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Vol. XXXIII No. o. 24

December 11, 2019

County announces winners of Process Innovation Grant contest

Flat Rock Elementary holds coat drive for Christmas Mother

By Laura McFarland Editor

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OWHATAN – Powhatan County asked its employees for good ideas, and it got them. The county recently announced the winners of the new Process Innovation Grant (PIG) contest, which was held to promote innovation and creativity among staff and hopefully find ways to improve the services offered by the local government. County administrator Ted Voorhees announced on Thursday, Dec. 5 that the winner of the new contest was the building inspector group, whose members – David Dunivan, Mark Casteel, Steve Shaw, and Rick Adams – submitted a recommendation called the “Happy Contractor” project. The project seeks to initiate use of PayGOV. US, a free service for localities, for use as a method of online payment for a permit, re-inspection, and other fees, so that contractors can avoid time-wasting trips to Powhatan County government offices to pay in person. Any re-inspect fee must be paid prior to scheduling inspections and this will allow them to pay over the internet prior to the county’s 3 p.m. cut off time and still maintain their schedule. Dunivan said he knew about the service because it is already in use in Cumberland County, where he

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County administrator Ted Voorhees, center, congratulates the Process Innovation Grant contest winners, Mark Casteel, from left, Steve Shaw, David Dunivan, and Rick Adams.

lives. When he learned the counties who use this service do not incur any fees, he and the other three men on his team thought it would be a great resource for Powhatan and collaborated to create a proposal and presentation. “We look forward to implementing it. It is going to make a lot of contractors happy, and it’s going to make everybody’s life a bit easier,” he said. And the best part about the Happy Contractor pitch – adding the service to the county wouldn’t cost any money. This led the PIG committee to name a second-place winner, Alyson Oliver’s “Zoning Hub” project, which was awarded a $1,000 grant. Her idea suggested setting up and implementing an all-in-one zoning information platform for Powhatan County through Zoning Hub (zoninghub. com). The purpose of the PIG

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Powhatan Christmas Mother 2019 Betsy Blandford visited Flat Rock Elementary School to meet students and collect coats for the 2019 coat drive. See more photos on Page 8.

Ted Voorhees presents the check to secondplace contest winner Alyson Oliver.

contest, which was announced in the fall, was to create improved workflow through out-of-thebox thinking and concepts that break the typical mold, Voorhees said. The grant is a one-time allocation of funds to be awarded to projects that show process improvement methods to better serve the citizens and save staff time or money. These projects must be completed within the fiscal year and allow for measured results of greater service. The funding does not cover projects for typical budget funding

requests. The innovative entrants were required to fill out an application and to participate in an in-person interview to explain their project. They had to explain how the project would be an improvement to workflow or the customer service experience and include a proposed budget. “It was a lot of fun and I think it shows we’ve got a great staff. As long as we give them opportunities to be creative, they will shine,” Voorhees said. He added that he loved see WINNERS, pg. 8

PHOTOS BY LAURA McFARLAND

Dan Niccolucci, left, and Roseleen ‘Spud’ Rick speak about the achievements of Habitat for HumanityPowhatan during the nonprofit’s annual meeting.

Habitat for Humanity focuses on critical repairs By Laura McFarland Editor

POWHATAN – When Habitat for Humanity – Powhatan’s critical repair team comes into a house with major problems, they are not looking to create a

dream home. They are there to make sure local residents have at least the basic acceptable standard of living. But that doesn’t mean that when they take the time and effort to help local people in need who are experisee HABITAT, pg. 6

Christmas Parade to roll through Village Dec. 14 By Laura McFarland

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POWHATAN – Holiday cheer will soon be filling the streets of the Village area as crowds gather to watch the Powhatan Christmas Parade roll through. The parade, which benefits the Powhatan Christmas Mother program, will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 14 along the stretch of Old Buckingham Road from Mann Road to the courthouse area. Organizers are pulling together several hours of fun for the whole family, starting with craft and food vendors filling the Courthouse Green and continuing as different community groups work together to put on a great parade for everyone, said Mary Harrison, Christmas Mother 2006 and one of the parade announcers, along with her husband Roy. Parade sponsor C&F Bank reported last week that it already had close to 40 parade entries and 15 craft and food vendors with the expectation that more would come in by the deadline on Thursday, Dec. 12, Harrison said. They will represent local churches, nonprofit organizations, youth activities groups, Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, businesses and emergency services personnel. This year’s grand marshals will be 2018 Powhatan Christmas Mother and Father Pat and Larry Lyons. The Christmas Mother Everyday Committee has decided it will be an annual tradition to have the previous year’s Christmas Mother as the grand marshal to keep the focus on Christ-

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Santa will be available for photos from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Dec. 14 on the courthouse steps before joining the Powhatan Christmas Parade.

meet your neighbors, enjoy a cup of hot cocoa mas, Harrison added. Also front and center will be 2019 Christ- on a cold day, see your children and loved ones and neighmas Mother bors celebrating Betsy BlandChristmas on ford, who will Powhatan Christmas Parade floats and with be joined by dance and song, many previous 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 14 as well as supChristmas Old Buckingham Road from Mann Road port the true Mothers. meaning of The commuto the courthouse area. Christmas with nity just emthe Christmas braces the opMothers, come portunity to join us on Dec. 14,” Harrison said. have a slice of Americana, begin the holiday The parade entries will line up at noon on season, be with their friends, and have a good time, Harrison said. As always, she is expect- Mann Road and start traveling down Old ing a great turnout and a fun festive atmo- Buckingham Road into the Village area at 2 p.m. Spectators are encouraged to bring chairs sphere for the annual event. “If you want to have a jolly good time, to see PARADE, pg. 7

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O B I T UA R I E S WILLIE LILLY Willie Carter “Pops” Lilly, 72, went to be with our Lord on Sunday, December 1, 2019. Forever a faithful husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother, our family’s guiding light, mentor, confidant and friend. He was preceded in death by his father, Willie Benjamin Carter Sr.; stepfather, Leonard L. Lilly; and mother, Erselle Lilly. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Andrea D. Lilly; sons, Benjamin Lilly (Donna) and Matthew Lilly; grandchildren, JonLILLY athan, Katelyn, Andrew and Ashlynn Lilly; great-granddaughter, Myrinn Carter Starnes; and sisters, Bonnie Harris-Tibbs and Patti Lindsey (Ed). He worked as an Inside Sales Representative for Tencarva Machinery Company for 34 years. He was a servant to many and gave considerably in support of Winfree Memorial Baptist and Bon Air Baptist Churches for the honor of the Lord and his greater plan. All who knew Willie, even for the first time, had to know he was a special, unique, curious and giving soul while on this earth. Always one with a multitude of questions, eager to learn about others and what they were doing. Always one to put others ahead of himself. Never an ill word. Forever

loved by all he touched. The family received friends 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, December 5, at Bliley’sChippenham, 6900 Hull Street Rd. A memorial ceremony was held at 11 a.m. Friday, December 6, at Winfree Memorial Baptist Church, 13617 Midlothian Turnpike. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Winfree Memorial Baptist Church.

the Bennett & Barden Funeral Home, 3215 Anderson Hwy. (Rt. 60), Powhatan. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Saturday, December 7 in the New Life United Methodist Church, 900 Old Hundred Rd., Midlothian. Interment Rocky Oak Church cemetery, Powhatan. Online condolences may be made at bennettbardenfh.com.

LOUISE NICHOLLS

Betty L. Williams, 83, of Powhatan, daughter of the late Robert and Audrey Creps, passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2019. She is survived by her daughters, Debra L. Hockett (Mike), Pamela Kay Will (Russ); brother, Richard; sisters, Mary and Joan; three grandchildren, Elizabeth Allen (Justin), Nicole Baisden (Paul), John-Colton B. Will; and two great-grandchildren, Meredith and James. Betty was preceded in death by three siblings, Morris, Robert and Sharon. The family reWILLIAMS ceived friends from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Tuesday, December 3, in the Graceland Baptist Church, 970 Dorset Rd., Powhatan, followed by graveside service at 12 p.m., in the church cemetery. Online condolences may be made at bennettbardenfh.com

BETTY WILLIAMS Louise Nicholls, 93, of Midlothian, widow of Aubrey N. Nicholls, passed away on Wednesday, December 4, 2019. She is survived by two sons, John Nicholls of Midlothian, Mark Nicholls of Florida; one brother, Eddie Bynum of Washington; three grandchildren, Mary Catherine LeBlanc, Marc Nicholls, Crystal Wright; three great-grandchildren, Anslee LeBlanc, Aubree LeBlanc, Caitlyn Shelton; and one devoted nephew, Jack Kenney. Mrs. Nicholls worked as an NICHOLLS accountant for Sears and retired after 40 years of service. She also operated a tax service out of her home for many years. With her leisure time, she loved playing Bingo. The family received friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, December 6 in

COMMUNITY CALENDAR Wednesday, Dec. 11

Business Network International (BNI) Powhatan chapter meets from 8 to 9:30 a.m. every Wednesday in the Huguenot Volunteer Fire Department at 1959 Urbine Road. Visit http://bniva.com/va-centralvirginia-bni-on-fire/en-US/ index for information. To attend a meeting as a guest contact Chapter President Page Yonce at pyonce@cfmortgagecorp. com. Senior Connections offers a lunch and social event called Friendship Cafe that is open 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday to Thursday at St. John Neumann Catholic Church. It provides socialization, nutrition, exercise, transportation and information about relevant topics for seniors ages 60 plus. For more information, contact Senior Connections intake at 804-3433000. The War Memorial Roundtable for all Veterans meets at 7 p.m. at the War Memorial Cultural Arts and Community Center, 2375 Skaggs Road. Contact Ruth Boatwright at 804-3376859. The Free Clinic of Powhatan, located at 3908 Old Buckingham Road, Powhatan offers health services (medical, dental, mental health, women's health) free of charge for uninsured and low income residents of Powhatan County. Administration hours are from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. On Thursdays, lab services are from 9 a.m. to noon and patient hours are from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. On Mondays, registration for new patients is from 5 to 7:30 p.m. and patient hours are from 4 to 8:30 p.m. All patient visits are by appointment. Contact 804-598-5637.

back end of the social services building. Donations accepted anytime but preferably during regular hours. Shoppers can fill a paper grocery bag full of stuff for $3. The second hand store sells clothes, shoes, books, movies, CDs, housewares, linens, toys, small electronics, games and more. Look for The Clothes Closet of Powhatan on Facebook.

Powhatan County’s Library for All Club will celebrate the season with a holiday party featuring a festive movie, craft, and snack at 1 p.m. at the library. Library for All is a social club designed for adults with disabilities and their caregivers; however, everyone from the Powhatan community is welcome to attend. Caregivers must remain with attendees during each program. Contact Powhatan County Public Library at 804-598-5670 or library@powhatanlibrary.net. Raise a glass and toast the season and the Christmas Mother program. Betsy Blandford and Fine Creek Brewery invite you to join them from 3 to 8 p.m. Explore the new flavors creatively produced by expert brewers and support the Powhatan Christmas Mother program. This annual event offers a relaxing end of your day as well as an opportunity to meet Betsy and other Christmas Everyday Committee members and learn how your support brings Christmas joy to many Powhatan seniors and children. The Powhatan Food Pantry is open from 10 a.m. to noon on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Tuesdays and 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursdays at 2500 Batterson Road. Contact the pantry at 804-372-9526 or powhatanvafoodpantry@gmail. com. The Woman’s Club of Powhatan’s Clothes Closet is open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Thursday, Monday and Tuesday and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Saturday at 3908 Old Buckingham Road at the

The original Powhatan AA meets from 8 to 9 p.m. every Thursday in the Powhatan Village Building. The Powhatan Rotary Club meets at 7:30 a.m. every Thursday at the County Seat Restaurant.

The Powhatan Republican Committee’s monthly meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m. at Powhatan County Public Library, 2270 Mann Road. Awaken to Hope Al-Anon meets at 7:30 p.m. every Thursday at St. John Neumann Catholic Church.

To get into the spirit of the holiday season, Powhatan County Public Library is offering a festive retro holiday film series on the first three Fridays in December at 11 a.m. On Dec. 13, we head to Connecticut at the end of World War II. While recovering in a hospital, war hero Jefferson Jones (Dennis Morgan) grows familiar with the "Diary of a Housewife" column written by Elizabeth Lane (Barbara Stanwyck). Jeff's nurse arranges with Elizabeth's publisher, Alexander Yardley (Sydney Greenstreet), for Jeff to spend the holiday at Elizabeth’s beautiful Connecticut farm with her husband and baby; however, the column is a sham, so Elizabeth’s publicist friend arranges a scheme for her to host Jeff and Yardley at a mutual friend’s country estate. Holiday chaos ensues as they attempt to keep up the ruse. This classic movie is not rated and run time is 105 minutes. For details, contact Powhatan County Public Library at 804-598-5670 or library@ powhatanlibrary.net.

First Independent Baptist Church, 2109 Anderson Highway, Powhatan, will hold a Community Christmas Concert featuring the Down East Boys at 7 p.m. A love offering will be taken. Contact 804-794-7054. Drive your car through the Bear Creek Lake State Park campground and beach area to experience a wonderland of lights and popular seasonal figures with its annual Lights at the Lake: A Drive-Through Christmas Light Show. The show is held from 5 to 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 13, 14, and 15 at the park, 22 Bear Creek Lake Rd., Cumberland, VA 23040. New decorations and displays will make the event brighter and better than ever before. Admission fees will be waived with a new unwrapped toy or a monetary donation to benefit Cumberland Christmas Mother. On Sunday, Dec. 8,

Kay’s Krafters, a small branch of From the Heart Stitchers, will meet from 1 to 5 p.m. For more information and location, call Donna at 804-598-7514 or visit www.fromtheheartstitchers.org.

Huguenot Volunteer Fire Department will hold its annual Santa Breakfast from 8 to 10 a.m. at the station, 1959 Urbine Road, Powhatan. Cost is $6 for adults, $3 for children ages 3 to 11, and free for 2 and under. No reservations are needed. Get your photo taken with Santa and do a little lastminute shopping. Starting at 11 a.m. vendors will be set up on the Courthouse Green in the Village ahead of the Christmas parade. Santa will be available for photos starting at 11 a.m. on the courthouse steps. He will stay until the parade starts at about 2 p.m. and stop back by afterward for more photos. Proceeds from the photos will go to the Powhatan Christmas Mother program. Vendors are wanted for the Courthouse Green. To reserve a space, contact C&F Bank, 2351 Anderson Highway in Powhatan, at 804-403-2070. The Powhatan Christmas Parade celebrating the Powhatan Christmas Mother program will be held at 2 p.m. in the Village area. Spaces are still open for parade entries. Sign up at C&F Bank, 2351 Anderson Highway in Powhatan, or 804-403-2070. For the second straight year, Unity Community Church (UCC) - Powhatan will show love to children in the community by giving away coats and toys. In 2018, the church, along with Gee Law Firm, CMA's Colonial Chevrolet, Marian Gray Thomas Funeral Home, Goodwyn Lumber, Powhatan Sheriff's Office, 106-5 The Beat! Radio Station, Community Transformers LLC, Ricky Johnson & Friends lifted the spirit of more than 300 kids with toys at Christmas. And in 2019, “We're Back!!!!” The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Powhatan Village Parking lot at 3910 Old Buckingham Road, Powhatan, Visit the church’s Facebook page Facebook or www. ucc4me.org. Hobson’s Chapel United Methodist Church, 6016 Old Buckingham Road, Powhatan, will hold a Live Nativity at 7 p.m. The church will have cookies and hot cocoa. Come see what's happening at the barn! Holiday Homemade Showcase will be held on Dec. 14 and 15 at 153 Perimeter Dr., Westchester Commons next

church and community through missions, spiritual outreach, community involvement, and Christian fellowship. We take our name to heart and work hard to do God’s will on many levels, supporting local, state, national, and international missions on a regular basis.

to Office Max. The annual craft show is open Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sundays from noon to 5 p.m.

Graceland Baptist Church hosts Miracles of God Church for those with special needs and their families or caregivers at 2 p.m. at 975 Dorset Road. The church is a special needs fellowship of individuals and families who come together once a month for praise, fellowship, music, poetry, testimonies, puppet shoes, and a message. Contact the church at 804-598-3481.

Powhatan AA meets at 8 p.m. every Saturday at Manakin Episcopal Church on Huguenot Trail.

The Powhatan Christmas Mother book and toy drive will be held through Dec. 16 at the Books-a-Million at Westchester Commons. Powhatan Crime Solvers meets at 7:30 a.m. on the third Monday of the month at The County Seat. Contact 804-403HELP ( 804-403-4357) or go to www.powhatancrimesolvers. com. A Powhatan Hope Narcotics Anonymous (NA) meeting will be held from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. every Monday at PCC Church, 4480 Anderson Highway, Powhatan, Room 102. It is an open discussion meeting. Wheelchair accessible.

Let the Huguenot Volunteer Fire Department put out your fire this Christmas. Bring your unwrapped gifts to Company 2 at 6 p.m. on Dec. 17 and 18 for free gift wrapping. Pick up by 9:30 p.m. Donations appreciated. Company 2 is located at 1959 Urbine Road, Powhatan.

The new Bridge of Reason AA meeting is held at 7 p.m. every Tuesday at Powhatan Mennonite Church, 3549 Old Buckingham Road, Powhatan. It is an open, decision and literature meeting for Powhatan, Goochland, and Cumberland counties.

Powhatan Area Radio Club meets at 8 a.m. The group starts with breakfast at County Seat and then moves at 9 a.m. to the emergency operations center in the basement of the Village Building. For more information, contact Curt Nellis, Curt Nellis, Powhatan’s emergency management coordinator, at 804-598-5677.

Let it rain, snow, sleet or hail! You’ll be prepared with the 2019 Powhatan Christmas Mother umbrella. For only $10 you can support the Christmas Mother program and be prepared for inclement weather, too! Small enough for a great stocking stuffer or to keep in your briefcase or bag, it’s available for sale at New Horizons Bank, Essex Bank, Citizens Bank and Trust, Hobby Hills Bakery, and Fine Creek Provisions!

The Coalition of Powhatan Churches has recently been given office space by May Memorial Baptist Church. This office is in the Youth House adjacent to the church. COPC is very grateful to finally have a central location. The nonprofit is now looking for volunteers to receive applications, answer the phone, etc. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. If this is something you think you would enjoy a day a week or month, contact Patsy Goodwyn at 804-598-4464 or patsy@ goodwynlumber.com. If you have submitted your name as a volunteer before, contact Patsy again as some previous information was lost.

The Powhatan Moose Family Center, 4140 Old Buckingham Road, will host Bingo with doors opening at 6 p.m. and games starting at 7 p.m. every Tuesday. Call 804-598-2809. The Powhatan Junior Woman’s Club meets at 7 p.m. The nonprofit volunteer organization is open to women over the age of 18. The club promotes friendship, community service and leadership. For information about the club, meeting locations or becoming a member, call Joy Matkowsky at 804-492-3038.

AA meets at 8 p.m. every Tuesday at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church on Huguenot Trail.

H.O.P.E. – Helping Others Prepare for Eternity is a Ladies Group that meets at 7 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall at Cartersville Baptist Church. All women are invited to join. H.O.P.E encourages Christian development of ladies in the

In the spirit of the holiday season, the Powhatan County Public Library Board voted unanimously in favor of offering Fine Forgiveness Month from Nov. 25 to Dec. 25. Library patrons are encouraged to donate canned goods to the Library’s Food Pantry Collection Box and fines will be forgiven. One overdue fine will be removed for each can donated at the library. To be eligible for fine forgiveness, library materials must be returned in good condition. Damaged items that are returned will be ineligible for fine forgiveness and billed to the patron account according to library policy. Fine amnesty does not include the cost of lost materials or collection agency fees. For details, contact Powhatan County Public Library at 804-598-5670 or library@powhatanlibrary.net.

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to involve their child in a Montessori based Christian experience. Each of the three “Catechists” has over 100 hours of training and are certified CGS instructors. The class will meet in a special area called the Atrium, which has been carefully prepared with everything the child will need to explore and grow in their faith and knowledge of God’s love for them. The program will run from 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. Monday mornings. Parents and younger siblings will be able to stay on site in the church nursery during the instructional time. There is no cost to attend the program. Interested parents may contact the church office at (804)794-6953 for further information and to sign up for a program orientation and introduction. St. Luke’s is located at 2245 Huguenot Trail, Powhatan (corner of Huguenot Trail and Three Bridge Road).

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Powhatan Stars Cancer Support Group, formerly known as Powhatan Supporting the Alliance and Respecting Survivors (STARS), meets at 6 p.m. at The County Seat Restaurant in the back room. The group is for survivors, caregivers and family members to listen and support each other. For more information, contact Sue Bird at 804-2128651 or Patty Hicks at 804375-3499.

Santa Claus will make a special appearance at Bear Creek Hall during a Pancake Supper where you can also have a souvenir photograph taken with Santa for $3 per photo. A $2 donation is suggested to partake in the Pancake Supper and the proceeds will benefit the Friends of Bear Creek Lake State Park (FOBCLSP). On Friday, Dec. 6 and 13 and on Saturday, Dec. 7 and 14, bring your appetite to S'mores, Cocoa, and Crafts at Bear Creek Hall. Enjoy a cup of hot chocolate by the bonfire, and at the craft table make an ornament or holiday craft for free. Ingredients to make s'mores will be available for a suggested $2 donation to benefit the FOBCLSP. Contact 804-492-4410 or BearCreek@ dcr.virginia.gov.

Powhatan Food Pantry is in need of volunteers for AM food pickups at both Food Lion stores for various days of the week or substituting for illnesses and vacations. Vans for pickup are provided. Contact the food pantry at 804-372-9526 or powhatanvafoodpantry@gmail. com. No one deserves to be abused. Find safety, options and support. Women’s support group based in Powhatan but open to all women impacted by domestic violence. The group is free, confidential and childcare is available. Contact 804-598-5630 ext. 2422 or 2420 for more information. St. Luke’s Episcopal Church is offering a Monday morning Montessori based Christian Formation program for children ages 3-7. The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS) program is centered on contemplation and enjoyment of God. The Monday morning program provides an alternative option for parents in the community who are seeking

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A box was provided by the National Association of Counties (NACo) to provide citizens a place to bring flags that need to be retired properly. It is located at the County Administration Building in the vestibule area by the front doors. County Administration is working with local groups that hold flag disposal ceremonies and will be routinely transporting the flags collected to these ceremonies. For questions, call 804-598-5612.

The Coalition of Powhatan Churches needs drivers for clients to go to doctor appointments and small errands as present volunteers are being overwhelmed with requests. For more information on volunteering, contact Liz Benton at 804-372-6384 or angels5517@aol.com.

Habitat for Humanity Powhatan depends on volunteers and so many friends and companies have helped in the past and continue to do so. The need is for so many different skills just showing up and helping, specific talents like plumbing, electricity and drywall, cooking for events, and staffing the new see CALENDAR, pg. 3

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FIRE AND RESCUE BRIEFS Fine Creek Volunteer Fire Department announces annual Santa Runs schedule Fine Creek Volunteer Fire Department will have Santa Claus in its fire engine coming to see the children of all ages in select neighborhoods from Dec. 17 to 22. Each night Santa will leave Fire Station #4 from 1825 Huguenot Trail promptly at 6 p.m. and head to the neighborhoods assigned to that evening. The volunteers invite all families to come out to the street and see Santa in the Fire Engine. They will stop for everyone who wishes to see and talk to Santa. Most children get in the fire engine to tell

Santa what they would like for Christmas. It is a great opportunity for pictures as well. See the schedule and details below. The information will also be posted on the station’s Facebook page and the volunteers will share live details of their movements each night. The schedule is as follows. Tuesday, Dec. 17 – St Mary's, Elioch Manor, and King William Woods. Wednesday, Dec. 18 – Shadow Creek, Huguenot Point, and French Hill. Thursday, Dec. 19 – Wooddale Acres, Woods Way neighborhoods, and Sherwood. Friday, Dec. 20 – Woodberry Mill, Country Town, Norwood Creek,

and Valley Springs. Saturday, Dec. 21 – Spencerwood, Spencerwood West, and Maple Grove. Sunday, Dec. 22 – Aston, Oak Leaf, Sea Sail, and Timberview.

Local firefighters hope to ‘Keep the Wreath Green’ The Powhatan Fire and Rescue Department is once again holding its “Keep the Wreath Green” fire safety campaign in the month of December. While this is a joyous time of the year, cold weather, holiday decorations, and festivities can create serious fire dangers.

Blossman Gas collecting food for Backpacks of Love

All of Powhatan’s fire departments hope to reduce the number of fires during the holiday season. The campaign began on Dec. 1 and will run through Jan. 2, 2020. During the monthlong campaign, wreaths will be on display at Powhatan Volunteer Fire Station 1, Huguenot Volunteer Fire Station 2, and Powhatan Fire Administration. Each time firefighters respond to a residential fire with damage, a green CONTRIBUTED PHOTO light bulb will be re- Huguenot volunteers Chief Troy Blair and presiplaced with a red one to dent R.E. Wiles III kick off the annual ‘Keep the remind citizens of the Wreath Green’ fire safety campaign on Dec. 1. dangers posed by fires in residential homes and The department has tial fire with damage on one white bulb will be already had to add one Dec. 7 in the 2000 block for those who have died red light after firefighters of Moseley Road. No in the line of duty. responded to a residen- one was injured.

Unity Community Church to hold coat and toy giveaway Dec. 14

Contributed Report Blossman Gas locations in Virginia have teamed up with Backpacks of Love this holiday season. Backpacks of Love is committed to eliminating hunger in school-age boys and girls by providing nourishing food for their weekends. This holiday season, the program is seeking any products with peanut butter, which will be included in weekly backpack meals for children to enjoy over the Christmas holiday. Listed below are the Blossman Gas locations participating in the Backpacks of Love program: Blossman Gas Powhatan: 2009 New Dorset Rd, Powhatan, VA 23139; and Blossman Gas North Chesterfield: 6901 Iron Bridge Rd, North Chesterfield, VA 23234. As a thank you for donating peanut butter products, participants who donate will receive a 20# grill cylinder fill for only $5. Grill cylinders must be certified, in-date. Restrictions may apply. See store for details. Participating locations are opened Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and will be accepting donations until

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Blossman Gas collecting food for Backpacks of Love.

Monday, Dec. 23. For further information, contact Jeff Jenkins at jljenkins@blossmangas.com. Blossman Gas, Inc. has been providing comfort to families throughout the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic for more than 65 years. Serving customers in 16 states from over 70 branches, the family-and employee owned company delivers propane and efficient propane appliances to their 170,000+ customers. For more information, call 1.888.Blossman or visit www. blossmangas.com.

Wells Fargo donates $15K to Habitat for Humanity-Powhatan

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On Oct. 19, a grant ceremony was held at a construction site on Anderson Highway, the location of the 14th home that will be built by Habitat for Humanity – Powhatan. The home should be completed before spring. It was a chilly morning and the volunteers had already begun work when Chandra Hurst of Wells Fargo’s Build grant program handed a $15,000 check to Roseleen Rick, the executive director of Habitat. Rosalina Tarasky of Wells Fargo Bank helped Habitat with the application process and also lined up Wells Fargo employees to help with the construction, including City Heiser the Powhatan Wells Fargo branch manager. “This is the kind of community involvement that helps make Habitat such a great organization. It is truly people helping their neighbors,” said Rick. Also in attendance were Jennifer Hammond, for whom house 14 is being built, and Bobby Shortridge, who is the construction manager.

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transportation for Powhatan County residents to court, rehab, job interviews, doctor's appointments, and probation meetings for the those who have lost their driver's licenses due to drug-related charges. Contact the Hope Project coordinator at 804-301-3324. Give a minimum of 24 hours notice.

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soon to be open Habitat Store. Habitat has hired a part-time volunteer coordinator, Maria Sharples, to set up a data base, respond to volunteer phone calls and assign volunteers to projects. The volunteer hotline number is 804-372-9755. It is an answering machine and phone calls are returned on a daily basis. Call and volunteer!

Hope Project provides free

The Powhatan County Cooperative Extension Office and Powhatan Department of Public Works have partnered

with Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Sciences (VDACS) to bring a free recycling service to area farmers and horticulture business that were, up until now, without a location to recycle their properly rinsed pesticide containers. The collection site is a shed in the back right corner at Powhatan Volunteer Fire Department Company 1, 3971 Old Buckingham Road. Before see CALENDAR, pg. 7

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For the second straight year, Unity Community Church (UCC) - Powhatan will show love to children in the community by giving away coats and toys. In 2018, the church, along with Gee Law Firm, CMA's Colonial Chevrolet, Marian Gray Thomas Funeral Home, Goodwyn Lumber, Powhatan Sheriff's Office, 106-5 The Beat! Radio Station, Community Transformers LLC, Ricky Johnson & Friends lifted the spirit of more than 300 kids with toys at Christmas. And in 2019, “We're Back!!!!” The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 14 in the Powhatan Village Parking lot at 3910 Old Buckingham Road, Powhatan, For more information, visit the church’s Facebook page Facebook or www.ucc4me.org.

Pipe replacement project to close Moyer Road in Powhatan Contributed Report

Weather permitting, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) will close Moyer Road (Route 602) between Pineview Drive and Timber Trace Road in Powhatan County for a pipe replacement project from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 11 . During work, drivers should follow the posted detour routes: Pineview Drive (Route 619) – Take Pineview Dr. (Rt. 619) north then west to Rocky Ford Rd. (Rt. 603) Rocky Ford Road

(Route 603) – Take Rocky Ford Rd. (Rt. 603) north to Pineview Dr. (Rt. 619). Anyone with questions

about the project can call VDOT’s customer service center at 800-FORROAD (800-367-7623).

In Memory of Chuck DeNoon May 19, 1950 – December 11, 2019

A sadness still comes over us Tears in silence often flow Memories keep you ever near us Though you died ten years ago

Love, your family & friends

Three-Day Antique Furniture Sale

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Powhatan Elementary School first nine weeks Honor Roll First Grade All A: Abigail Asencio, Caleb Austin, Kurtis Camara, Austin Corcoran, Gage Crist, Catherine Gerow, Charlotte Gregory, Zoe Harrow, Piper Herring, Colby Hicks, Sarah Huff, Katherine Isley, Allison Kerrick, Magnolia Koch, Walker Kronmeister, Joshua Matney, Camden Miller, Ayden Newton, Adalene Pantle, Mason Roberts, Katleigh Sadler, Isaac Seely, Charlotte Sheets, Clara Shirkey, Natalie Simmons, Katie Skeens, Kylie Smith, Maddox Steele, Maci Thompson, Rylan Williams. Trey Woodson, Bella Worsham, Olivia Wright, Kayleigh Young.

First Grade A/B: Aiden Black, Emma Blevins, Journee Boatwright, Caleb Burnett,

Weston Campbell, Brantley Clanton, Blake Costello, Liam Douglas, Reed Fillman, Chesney Florence, Colton Foor, Bentley Frank, Mason Garner, Landry Hamilton, Cole Marshall, Eric Milburn, Everret Morales, Leverette Nice, Caleb Ortiz, Alex OvalleBecerra, Trace Pennington, Cassidy Roy, Jackson Saunders, Hunter Short, Cathrin Simons, Liyah Spainhour, Skye To, Zaiden Wall, Jacob Willis.

Second Grade All A: Brantley Barker, Lillian Batchelder, Jordyn Batchelor, Graham Bilthuis, June Boyer, Allison Burkhart, Maelynn Campbell, Hailey Conlon, Liam Dickerson, Colin Dillon, Logan Fields, Michael Gibbs, Kaylin Gibson, Paisley Gray,

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PET of the WEEK Hello to Everyone! My name is Rambo, and a couple of weeks ago I was the pet of the week, and no one called or came and saw me. I was really hoping when people saw my face, and how handsome I was that someone would come for me, but they didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t, which made me pretty sad. I just donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t understand why. I am a good boy, and I am up to date on shots and neutered. I am not hyper like some of these younger pups. I really wish to have my own family to spend the holidays with, but I have been here since June with no interest. If you are interested in meeting me, please call 804598-5672 and the staff will be happy to schedule a meet and greet. Also there are others here with the same wish as mine.

If you would like to help the animals in our care, you can do so by donating to our medical fund at Claws and Paws, 4313 Anderson Hwy., Powhatan, VA 23139

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Elijah Green, James Hicks, Cutler Johnson, Parker Kellam, Isla Kimsey, Gunnar Kuhlman, Taylor Landess, Mason Lloyd, Colton Madures, Maddox Nelson, Stetson Nice, Gracelyn Peyton, Grey Roberts, Kelsie Ryman, Nathan Safritt, Charlie Saur, Ryleigh Scott, Charles Simons, Brendan Staffieri, Dawson Tatro, Hannah Taylor, Thomas Walker, Gabe Wilson, Julia Wilson, Mark Young.

Second Grade A/B: Jackson Arnett, Chase Atkins, Michelle Byers, Kemper Christian, Luke Cottone, Alexis Gillenwater, Sophia Gittin, Jonathan Harris, Kirsten Hayton, Ruby Herd, Sarra Hodges, Sophia Huckaby, Adam Irwin, Campbell Jamison, Carsten Johannsen, Zoey Nelson, Molly Nusbaum, Tristan O'Neil, Summer Spainhour, Amber Stone, Bryleigh Trevillian, Caden Warinner, Andrew Warrington, Raylynn Watson.

Third Grade All A: Madison

Baldwin,

Nala Batten, Braden Ferguson, Lily Frame, Russell Heinike, Monica Howell, Haden McQuiddy, Sophie Nice.

Third Grade A/B: Dylan Allen, Ben Arrington, Abigail Boland, Dylan Borgerding, Savannah Campbell, Alexis Carson, Kaleb Chaffins, Sydney Conlon, Michael Corcoran, Tyler Dickerson, Finn Douglas, Logan Elliott, Anna Falconer, Macie Farrow, Catherine Firda, Charlie Fountain, Clarke Gibson, Christian Helo, Landin Henke, Mason Henley, Hailey Henry, Sophie Hubbard, Favio Jaime Cruz, Waverly Jarvis, Kyleigh Jensen, Braelyn Jones, Marlana Jones, Mason Kerns, Alaina Luna, Casey Luna, Bryor Mays, Cody Merchant, Liam Mues, Berkeley Nice, Ali Osborne, Tyler Powers, Wyatt Saur, Jack Scioscia, Stephen Seeley, Stella Sheets, Gavin Slang, Rylan Snovell, Holland Stough, Nathaniel Upson, Bristol Vaughn, Hadley Wagner, Lily Wears, Briana Welch, Jackson Wells, Chase Willis.

Fourth Grade All A: Austin Andrews, Olivia Burkhart, Gene Carter, Elizabeth Dewey, Lily Faris, Blaire Fredette, Elizabeth Gibbs, Parker Kennedy, Maci Kinker, Bailey Pennington, Owen Pinnell, Sierra Ryman, Maya Sanders, Taylor Shenk, Mason Shirkey, Isabella Wright.

Fourth Grade A/B: Savannah Atkinson, Carter Baggette, Morgan Borgerding, Jemma Cabaniss, Madelyn Chaffins, Khloe Domer, Luke Evans, Landon Garland, Charlotte Golden, Savannah Hufner, Annie Kimbrough, Kylie Kitchen, Johnathan Lakel, Trey Landess, Madison Manson, Caleb Matney, Jeremy Mazza, Journey McAllister, Bryant Morris, Colton Nelson, Hazel Nice, Savannah Pallett, Justin Parker, Allison Phinney, Hannah Reynolds, Leo Seeley, Lauren Sickmiller, Laylah Steedley, Levi Thompson, Rylie Warinner, Liam Wyatt.

Fifth Grade All A: Cohen Belcher, Zachary

Bilthuis, William Blashfield, Kensley Blaska, Ryder Breaux, Jillian Butler, Isaac Csomay, Mason Easter, Cora Geary, Joshua Grasty, Brooklyn Hooper, Hennessee Jarvis, Lauren Johnson, Shagundeep Kaur, Jake Kimsey, Isabella Marshall, Leah Nice, Kinsey Ortiz, Caraina Pestka, Lila Robertson, Lisa Shaffer, Hunter Shupp, Blane Thompson, Abby Wright, Jason Young.

Fifth Grade A/B: Alayna Abel, Andrew Asencio, Rylee Bendele, Kyle Blinn, Henry Boyer, Gracie Braswell, Bryce Chapman, Lillie Cliborne, Aidan Conrad, Braylen Coppock, Jordan Crotts, Gavin Driscoll, Kaylee Falconer, Evelyn Favreau, McKenley Fox, Isabella Helo, Tyler Huckaby, Baylor Johnson, Carrie Mabry, Kaelan McCormack, Jordan Mercado, Charlotte Myers, Josie Reynolds, Trinity Richardson, Hailey Seay, John Shenk, Zachary Shumake, Suzanne Skeens, Dominic Sottile, Hailey Taylor, Eli Wagner, Brennon Welch, Keller Weyer, Sarah Wilkerson.

School board honors bus drivers for service to students Contributed Report During the month of October, the Powhatan County Public Schools Transportation Department received three separate communications commending three different drivers on building relationships that foster safety on local school buses. It is only fitting that the school district recognize these drivers and their efforts on the heels of National School Bus Safety Week. The first recognition was Pam West. A parent email explained how instrumental West was in fa-

cilitating communication when a kindergarten student that usually rides her bus was put on the wrong bus. West jumped on the radio to help locate the bus the student was riding. This gave dispatch the information they needed to reassure the parent that the student was safe and on the way home. West went the extra step to follow up with the family later that afternoon to check on them. This parent shared how much she values the relationship West has developed with her children and her family through the

years; and she described West as the â&#x20AC;&#x153;kind and caring bookendâ&#x20AC;? to her childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s day. The second recognition was Kristie Crouch. Tanja Nelson, principal at Flat Rock Elementary, called to share how Crouchâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s calm, proactive response to a situation on her bus was instrumental in Nelsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ability to resolve something that could have been dangerous. As Nelson worked to inform parents that the situation was averted, it was the relationships that Crouch builds with the students and families on

her bus that parents consistently discussed with Nelson. The division wanted to recognize Crouch for her caring approach, her relationship building, and her concern for students that contributes to their safety. The third recognition was Ann Saunders. A parent email came in to let the school district know it has a â&#x20AC;&#x153;fantastic employeeâ&#x20AC;? in Saunders. This parent communicated that Saunders has driven her children over a span of 16 years as each has made their way through Powhatan County see BUS, pg. 6

CHURCH DIRECTORY St. Lukeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Episcopal Church SUNDAYS 8AM Holy Eucharist (Quiet Service) 9AM Christian Formation (Sunday school for Children & Adults) 10:30AM Holy Eucharist All are Welcome For more information visit www.stlukespowhatan.org Route 711 at Three Bridge Road 794-6953

The Bridge The Church of Genito Jesus Christ of Church Presbyterian â&#x20AC;&#x153;Building a Bridge of Hopeâ&#x20AC;? Latter-day Saints

Church

Isaiah 58:12

2910 Genito Rd. Powhatan, VA

598-2086 Worship with us this Sunday Church service @ 9:30 AM Sunday school @ 10:30 AM

EVERGREEN COMMUNITY CHURCH (PCA) Proclaiming & Practicing the Gospel of Jesus Christ

www.EvergreenPowhatan.com

598-4970

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Located 1950 Ridge Road (Rt. 627) 2/10th of a mile north of Rt. 13

Rev. Robert Barnes

Powhatan United Methodist Church

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Powhatan Christian Fellowship Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m.

Worship Service 11:00 am Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Sunday School 10:00 am Wednesday Night 7:30 p.m.

Worship service at 9:30 AM Meeting at Flat Rock Elementary School

1957 Capeway Rd., Powhatan, VA

804-403-3963 Sundays: Morning Worship 10:00 AM Patrick Conner, Bishop Wednesday: Sacrament Service â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10 am - 11 am Family Life Night 7:00 PM Gospel Doctrine â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 11:10 am 2480 Academy Road Priesthood/Relief Society â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 11:10 am 598-7159 Located off Route 60 at Lower Hill Rd. Pastor: Johnathan M. Whichard

Providence Presbyterian Church

Living As Christâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Disciples Within Our Hearts and Beyond Our Doors

Worship: 8:30 Just off Rt. 13 in the Village1 . &. 11 a.m. Sunday School: Sun 598-4438 ol: 9: 9:45 .a.m. 2253 Rosson Rd.

www.powhatanumc.us

Weekday Preschool (ages 2-5)

Advertise in Church Directory.

Call 804-746-1235 ext. 2 for details.

3308 Pleasants Road, 1/4 mile off of Route 711 Russ Cress, Pastor 598-0733

St. John Neumann Catholic Church Rev. Walter G. Lewis, Pastor Saturday - 5 p.m. Sunday - 8:30 a.m. & 11 a.m. 598-3754 www.sjnpowhatan.org Located behind Flat Rock Village Shopping Center

598-6090

Mount Calvary Baptist Church 2020 Red Lane Road

Community Church Dr. Cavell W. Phillips, Pastor Where there is Unity, there is always Victory. A church â&#x20AC;&#x153;Where you are welcomeâ&#x20AC;? Wednesday: Bible Study Join Us For Sunday Worship 6:30 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7:30pm ( 60 Minute 11:00AM â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 12:30PM Warm Up To Sunday ) Powhatan Village Building 3910 Old Buckingham Road ucc4me.org Powhatan, VA 804-256-4411

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Powhatan, VA 23139 1801 Huguenot Trail Sunday School 9am Pastor, Larry B. Collins Sunday Worship 10am Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6:45pm Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study Bryan M. Holt, Pastor 7:30 p.m. 378-3607 www.EmmausChristianChurch.org Office 804-598-2398

Powhatan Today, December 11, 2019

Veterans learn cane is more than a crutch

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Former pilot speaks to Cub Scouts

CONTRIBUTED PHOTOS

On Oct. 5, 30 veterans from Powhatan and surrounding areas participated in the Warrior Cane Program at the Powhatan War Memorial Building. This event was hosted by Tom Ashmore and Cane Loyalty from Powhatan and Cane Masters from Lake Tahoe with Grand Master Shuey. The veterans learned that the cane is more than a crutch.

Cub Scout Pack 1838 in Powhatan recently invited retired Navy Commander Pete Greenwald, who is also running for Congress, to speak with the pack about his experience as a pilot in the U.S. Navy. Greenwald brought some items, such as his flight helmet, for the Scouts to see. Pictured, from left, are: top row, Aiden Marcum, Trevor Melton, Maddox Nelson, CONTRIBUTED PHOTO Wolf Den leader Tommy Marcum, Nick Rucci, Zack Seibel; bottom row, Christopher Harper, Collin Harper, Commander Pete Greenwald, and Dawson Tatro. The Wolf Den of Pack 1838 meets at Passion Community Church every Monday. As part of a requirement for an award, the Scouts needed to speak with someone who is a military veteran and/or a person involved in the community. After the talk, the Scouts wrote a thank you note for the speaker.

PHS students, teachers give thanks to each other

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Call your sales rep today •746-1235 Who was the fortunate teacher to receive a thankful note from Jonathan Roop?

Mrs. Jennifer Campbell writes a few thankful notes to students.

Conscience (II) Ephesians 5:11-12

Keeley Lamm, Julia Nuckols, and Zara Church embark on pie and thankful note deliveries.

Sadie Marks wrote a few thankful notes for teachers, and was one of nine pie giveaway raffle winners!

“Do not participate in the unfruitful deeds of darkness, but instead even expose them; for it is disgraceful even to speak of the things which are done by them in secret.” Like the 2nd Law of Thermodynamics in nature, unmaintained society goes from order to disorder. Unethical and immoral behaviors not even discussed openly a hundred years ago are now openly promoted by influential people in all walks of life seemingly without conscience. Paul said: “In view of this, I also do my best to maintain always a blameless conscience both before God and before men.” (Acts 24:16) Blessed are the pure in heart! “Eternal vigilance is the price of liberty.”

PHOTOS COURTESY OF POWHATAN HIGH SCHOOL

The Powhatan High School Library hosted a Thanksgiving activity on Nov. 25 that asked teachers to write thankful notes to students and students to write thankful notes to teachers. Librarian Melissa Glanden said she was hopeful to have 20 thankful notes written between students and teachers, but instead saw close to 200 written and delivered! All senders were also entered in a chance to win pies. Glanden said that because of the volume of senders, she increased the number of pies given away, and was able to do that by using a small amount of funds from the Curtis grant received this fall.

Old Trail Church of Christ oldtrailcoc.com | oldtrailcoc@gmail.com

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CHURCH DIRECTORY

SECOND ANTIOCH BAPTIST CHURCH

Dr. Ronald Wyatt, Jr., Pastor

Contemporary – 8:30 a.m. Sunday School – 9:45 a.m. Worship – 11 a.m. Children’s Worship – 11 a.m. Prayer/Bible Study – Wed. 6:30 p.m. Children’s Worship (all ages) – 2095 Red Lane Road Wed. 6:30 p.m. 1/2 mile off Rt. 60 on Red Lane Road New Generation Praise & Worship – 804-598-2455 Sunday 6 p.m. www.redlanebaptist.org Lighthouse Youth – Wed. 5:30 p.m. Worship Service 9:00 a.m. Miracles of God Sp. Needs Service: Small Groups 10:30 a.m. 2 p.m. the 2nd Sat. of each month Wednesday Night Classes for all ages at 6:15 598-3481 • 975 Dorset Road Dr. James Taylor, Pastor www.gracelandbc.org

1059 Dorset Road Powhatan, VA 23139 Reverend Mark A. Divens, Sr. Pastor

Praise and Worship Service Sunday School 9:45-10:45 Sunday Morning Worship will begin at 11:00 a.m.

GREENBRIER BAPTIST CHURCH

Holly Hills Baptist Church

“God uses ordinary people to do extraordinary things. We walk by faith and not by sight” – Pastor Darnell Carruthers

www.HollyHillsBaptist.org

Sunday School: 10:00-10:45 a.m. Worship Service: 11:00 a.m. 4731 Bell Road, Powhatan, VA 23139 804-598-5491

(Independent Bible Believing)

Randy Blackwell, Pastor Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Youth Ministry 6:00 p.m. Adult Bible Study 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting 7:30 PM

379-8930 1659 Anderson Highway 3½ miles east of Flat Rock

5680 Cartersville Road Powhatan, Virginia 23139 Pastor Gregory L. Beechaum Sr. “The church where Jesus is Alive” 9:00 a.m. ---- Sunday School 9:45 a.m. ---- Prayer & Praise 10:00 a.m.--- Sunday Morning Worship 5th Sunday at 11 a.m. Hour of Power 7:30 p.m. ---- Tuesday Night Worship & Bible Study

804-375-9404

Hollywood Baptist Church

SUNDAYS AT 10AM 1348 ANDERSON HWY POWHATAN VA 23139 RISENCHURCH.US

MOUNT ZION BAPTIST CHURCH 2591 Ridge Road Powhatan, Virginia 23139 804-598-2051 Rev. Bryan Stevens, Pastor 11 a.m. – Worship Service 9 a.m. – Church School Wednesday Bible Study 10 a.m. & 7 p.m.

Graceland Baptist Church

Advertise in Powhatan Today’s Church Directory. Call 804-7461235 ext. 2 for details.

OLD POWHATAN BAPTIST CHURCH 3619 Huguenot Trail Powhatan, Virginia 23139 www.finecreekbaptist.org Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Worship Service: 11:00 a.m. Traditional Rev. David A. Simpson, Pastor

Brad Russell, Pastor 598-4241 First Worship 8:30 am Bible Study for all ages 9:45 am Second Worship 11:00 am Wed. Family Ministry 6:30 pm

2202 Old Church Road www.powhatanbaptist.org

Family Worship Center

“A Church Where Love Never Fails!” Pastor Otis B. Lockhart, Jr.

“Your Community Church”

598-2763

2901 Judes Ferry Road Powhatan, Va 23139 804-379-8223

Sunday School at 9:30 am Morning Service at 11:00 am Bible Study Every Wednesday Night at 6:30 pm 3964 Old Buckingham Road

Sundays 10:00 AM Wednesday 6:30 PM Experiencing the presence, power and person of Jesus Christ

Loving, Investing, Fulfilling, Empowering Senior Pastor Justin Wilson Sunday Service 10:30am 2410 New Dorset Circle www.Communitylifechurchpowhatan.org Feeding Powhatan Open 3rd Wednesday of the month

Muddy Creek Baptist Church

FIRST ANTIOCH BAPTIST CHURCH

Sunday 10am, 11am & 6pm

Sunday School - 9:45 am Worship - 11 am Wednesday Bible Study & Prayer Service - 7:00 pm

3920 MAIDENS RD., POWHATAN

Wednesday 7pm

804-598-2301

Travis L. Keith- Pastor Church Office: 794.7054

Pastor Jeff Beard, MA, MBA 3470 Trenholm Road www.muddycreekbaptist.org

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Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Sunday Morning Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Mid Day Bible Study 11:30 a.m. Evening Bible Study 7:00 p.m.

1530 Cook Road (Rt. 636)

fbcpva.org

Just Across from South Creek Shopping Center!

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Fine Creek Brewery hosts fundraiser for Christmas Mother

BSH Homecoming Court PHOTOS COURTESY OF BLESSED SACRAMENT HUGUENOT

Raise a glass and toast the season and the Christmas Mother program. Betsy Blandford and Fine Creek Brewery invite you to join them from 3 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 12. Explore the new flavors creatively produced by expert brewers and support the Powhatan PHOTO COURTESY OF THE POWHATAN CHRISTMAS MOTHER Christmas Mother program. This annual event offers a relaxing end of your day as well as an opportunity to meet Blandford and other Christmas Everyday Committee members and learn how your support brings Christmas joy to many Powhatan seniors and children. Pictured are Blandford, left, and brewery employee Lexi Carden.

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Schools. This parent admittedly didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know Saundersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; first name, but she described the â&#x20AC;&#x153;incredible sense of safetyâ&#x20AC;? she feels as she waves to Saunders each day. She went on to describe the conversations in the comANN SAUNDERS munity when she would meet Saunders and the bus driver chatted to catch up on all the children â&#x20AC;&#x201C; even the ones she no

longer drives. Saundersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; sense of relationship building is one that adds to the overall safe environment for students the division transports. These three drivers are representative of the positive relationships that drivers throughout the division KRISTIE CROUCH build each and every day as they safely transport the students of Powhatan County Public Schools.

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encing drastic problems with their housing that they are not making someoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dream come true. The nonprofit organization held its annual meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 4 at the Mill at Fine Creek, where supporters learned about the accomplishments of 2019 as well as plans for the future. The accomplishments they could list off were significant, including finishing the local Habitatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 13th house and starting construction on its 14th; having healthy returns at the Habitat Store; updating the nonprofitâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website, https:// www.habitatpowhatan.org; and 6,166 volunteer hours of work, said Roseleen â&#x20AC;&#x153;Spudâ&#x20AC;? Rick, executive director. But perhaps where they were able to see the biggest impact in 2019 so far has been with the local nonprofitâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s critical repair program, which started in 2011 and has involved more than $175,000 in repairs and 1,800 volunteer hours on more than 150 projects, she said.

This fall, Blessed Sacrament Huguenot Catholic School recognized its 2019 Homecoming Court at its Homecoming Game. The Homecoming King and Queen were James Hawkins and Katie Schiefer. Her fellow queen candidates were Elizabeth Carter and Sidney McMinn. The rest of the court was made up of Cabrey Forward, Ninth Grade Princess; Braelyn Lawhorn, 10th Grade Princess, and Emily Smith, 11th Grade Princess.

Since July 1, the nonprofit has performed or been involved in 21 critical repairs. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When we build a house we help one family. When we do critical repairs â&#x20AC;Ś we help many more families,â&#x20AC;? she said. At the annual meeting, Rick challenged those in attendance to imagine they were a senior with disabilities and an annual income of $15,610 a year, all of that coming from Social Security or disability checks, and no savings. Now imagine being in that scenario and living with the horrifying reality of black mold all over your bathroom, she said. Think of a woman who worked hard, raised her children, and now is taking care of her grandchildren while living on a modest retirement. Then the roof caves in, literally. Those are realities real people in Powhatan have faced, and Habitat has been able to help them, she said. When Habitat gets that call, they send out the A Team â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Dan Niccolucci, Joe Romeo, Bob Butt, and Barry Watkins.

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Niccolucci usually goes first to assess the situation and figure out an estimate. When the other men go to the house with an issue, if they can fix it, they get to work. If they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have the skills â&#x20AC;&#x201C; they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t replace roofs or do electricity or plumbing â&#x20AC;&#x201C; they call local partner contractors. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are very, very blessed because weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got many trades people in the county who are willing to help Powhatan. What they do, in addition to helping us and giving us a break, we move to the top of their list so that the people who need help are not without help for a long period of time,â&#x20AC;? Rick said. Some of the repairs are also made possible because of partnerships with the Coalition of Powhatan Churches and the Powhatan County Department of Social Services. The three organizations recently worked together to help one man replace his roof. When he visits homes of those requesting help, Niccolucci said he usually finds people who are elderly or have disabilities and are living alone. Since July 1, Habitat has responded to a need for six roof repairs or replacements; two homes with miscellaneous

carpentry needs; two window repairs; five drywall and ceiling repairs; four plumbing repairs, one handicap accessible bathroom, and one HVAC repair. â&#x20AC;&#x153;All of these things make living in a home the bare minimum but sensible and safe â&#x20AC;&#x201C; that is what we are all about,â&#x20AC;? he said. The need in Powhatan is great, but so too is the capacity of people willing to help, Rick said. Habitat has three main needs: monetary donations, volunteers, and referrals for finding those people who need help the most. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We can help more people than we do, but we need to know where they are. So, if you see someone who needs help, let us know where they are,â&#x20AC;? Rick said. The organization also has needs for donated land, which is hard to come by in Powhatan; volunteers for the Habitat store and donated items to sell there, and volunteers for the construction and critical repair projects. For more information on Habitat for Humanity â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Powhatan, contact 804-5947009 or visit https://www.habitatpowhatan.org. Laura McFarland may be reached at Lmcfarland@powhatantoday.com.

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‘Hamilton’ brought history alive for viewer By Laura McFarland Editor

had chills from the first note to the last. Last week I had the privilege of seeing the touring production of “Hamilton” that came to Richmond, and I count myself so fortunate for the experience. For this viewer it was one part history refresher course, one part education about people I don’t remember beyond the basics from my school days, and all parts entertainment on a scale I can’t begin to describe. As I thought back to what I had witnessed during intermission and then again while waiting to get out of a parking space in the parking garage (where this column first started taking shape), I wondered how to capture what seeing this unorthodox retelling of the life one of our Founding Fathers meant to me without it just seeming like a theater review. I could easily talk about how marvelous it was to see the color-blind casting, listen to the amazing music, and witness the wonderful dancing. I could wax poetic about the choice of using the medium of a rap battle to represent Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton debating the formation of the country’s national bank. I could admit unashamedly that I was weeping soundlessly when Elizabeth and Alexander Hamilton mourned the death of their son, who was mortally wounded in a duel – the same way his father would die less than three years later. But while I love theater, seeing “Hamilton” was more than just lip syncing along to some of the catchiest music

in recent musical theater history (though I did that, too). For this viewer, it was a celebration of history and the way it is made. It is a remembrance of battles won and lost, ideas debated by great minds, and ideals fought for by brave men and women. It is an exploration of people we know – or think we know – and trying to translate them into a modern format we can better understand and appreciate. Do I think it was 100 percent historically accurate? No idea. But it made me curious to learn more, and isn’t that the point? For instance, I will admit my shortcomings in not being at all familiar with a young man named John Laurens, who hailed from South Carolina and was an aidede-camp to George Washington during the American Revolution. Despite the fact that his father made the family fortune in the slave trade, Laurens was staunchly anti-slavery. Several biographical articles I found about him online (not Wikipedia) talked about his belief that he thought the republican principles the revolutionaries were fighting for were hypocritical if they continued to use slave labor. During the revolution, Laurens went so far as to propose a regiment of enslaved people be recruited from the South and granted freedom after their military service was over. His plan was ultimately rejected by South Carolina and Georgia, but Laurens kept fighting for the revolution. When I heard he was killed in a skirmish with British forces at the Battle of Combahee River on August 27, 1782, it sounded so familiar. So, during intermission, I looked it up, and, sure enough, it rang a bell for a reason. Recently I watched

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One person makes a difference By Jim Ridolphi Contributing Columnist

It all seems so overwhelming at times, and, in a society filled with challenges, the idea of one person making a difference appears, at best, remote. And, at this time of the year, the needs of less fortunate people become more visible, and a joyous season reminds all of the plight of many of our fellow Americans. Giving has become part of our holiday tradition, and many groups highlight efforts to assist the underprivileged and provide cheer during a season that would otherwise be joyless. The efforts come in all shapes and sizes, just like the people they serve. There are coat and shoe drives, blanket collections, gifts for children donation programs and food collection, just to name a few. For decades, Christmas Mother programs throughout the region have provided countless smiles and hope for families who could not afford those extra gifts for their children, or that turkey in the oven. Their efforts are in full speed mode as Christmas approaches, and giving to one of these programs means your help will stay in the community and help folks who are your neighbors. These group efforts are a sure sign that goodness and compassion still are important to a society that sometimes moves too fast to notice the ones who are being left behind. But, what about that one person and what difference can they can make? I have been fortunate to witness the efforts of one of these heroes who spends countless hours, money and effort helping less fortunate individuals. He’s an old friend and colleague who now has dedicated his life to assisting homeless and underprivileged people in his neighborhood.

You can regularly catch him at the local McDonald’s purchasing breakfast and hot beverages for people residing on the street. He visits lines of people waiting for shelters to open and hands out clothing items or toiletries. His efforts have become wellknown to those who know him and his goodness. His efforts are pure and from the heart, and he seeks no attention of recognition for his efforts. Knowing this man’s history, a long and frustrating struggle with drugs, I understand his insight and willingness to delve into a problem that, to most of us, seems overwhelming and unsolvable. After dedicating his life to his faith, he was freed from his bonds of addiction and made a commitment to help those who need a hand-up. He knows first-hand that one act of kindness can transform a life, and it’s never too late to change a life for the better. His work is not as glitzy as a mall Christmas tree or as visible as a bell ringer, but the rewards of his tenacity and dedication yield no less important results. I write this story without naming this individual for several reasons. Primarily, it’s his message and work that are important, not his name. And, secondly, I know he doesn't seek publicity or public validation of his efforts. His small network of friends contribute clothes and food to ensure the work reaches more and more people, and he continues to spend his hours before and after work, doing what he considers the Lord’s work, visiting with and contributing to his fellow humans with acts of kindness and generosity. It’s a message that is especially poignant at this time of the year, but, as displayed by his efforts, is important 365 days a year. So, that’s what one person can do. 8460 Times Dispatch Blvd., Mechanicsville, Va 23116 Phone: 804-746-1235 Toll Free: 877-888-0449 Fax: 804-730-0476

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“Harriet,” a film that was shot partly in Powhatan County, based on the life of Harriet Tubman. One of Tubman’s greatest achievements was the Combahee Ferry Raid, in which she successfully led a force of Union troops to rescue more than 700 slaves working on nearby plantations. Thinking about the two, I like to think Laurens would have been cheering Tubman and the Union soldiers as they risked their lives to make sure others could live free. All of that quick research sprang out of only a few minutes of the musical. The rest of it posed so many unanswered questions I want to learn more about. But, the story didn’t just raise questions about the history of this nation. For me, this show also was a very real reminder that history is being written right now all around us. There are a few of them that popped into my head repeatedly during the show. Right now, only the fourth case of presidential impeachment inquiries in U.S. history is taking place. Across Virginia, including in Powhatan County, the very real debate about the Second Amendment and how it should be protected is only gaining momentum. And if you think the issues of immigration and figuring out America’s place on the world stage were complicated then, look at the issues we face now. I started this column because of excitement about seeing a great show. I end it thinking about how relevant the issues those men debated and advocated and fought for still are today. It is a show about historical memory and the shaping of that narrative – including the influence we try to exact over the legacy we leave behind. Laura McFarland may be reached at Lmcfarland@ powhatantoday.com.

Board of supervisors acted on sanctuary status without gathering enough information Dear Editor, I am writing in response to the Powhatan Board of Supervisors’ vote approving a resolution to declare Powhatan a Second Amendment sanctuary jurisdiction. I support the Second Amendment, but I oppose this resolution on its substance and on the procedural precedent it sets for Powhatan leaders and citizens. The great majority of public comment very strongly supported Second Amendment sanctuary status. However, I heard little or no description of proposed General Assembly legislation in question. During the public comments period, I did not hear one concrete example of how law-abiding, gun-owning Powhatan citizens were going to lose their guns, as repeatedly alleged. Universal background checks and so-called “Red Flag” laws are designed only to keep guns away from criminals and those deemed a threat to themselves or others, not taking guns away from lawabiding citizens.

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and blankets and sit along the parade route to enjoy the show. Arrive early not only to get a good spot along the parade route but to check out the vendors on the courthouse green, who will be set up from 11 am. until after the parade. Stop by the Christmas Mother booth to buy a raffle for a custom-made dollhouse, with tickets sold at $5 for one or three for $10. The winner will be drawn at the parade. The booth will also be selling the 2019 Christmas Mother

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bringing containers to the collection site, applicators must triple rinse or jet rinse containers, remove plastic sleeved label and/or label booklets, and remove caps. To schedule a drop off, contact Rachel Grosse at 804-598-5640 or 804-385-5370 or Dave Johnson at 804-385-6231.

I believe supervisors David Williams and Carson Tucker were correct in asking the questions about the legal basis of sanctuary status and implications for failure to enforce specific state laws in Powhatan County. They rightfully asked for time before the vote to check with the sheriff and commonwealth’s attorney to determine the potential legal liabilities for leaders as well as Powhatan County itself in refusing to enforce state law. The majority of the board did not heed their advice to wait for this information. Time will tell whether the effect of this resolution passage is an exercise in advocacy for the Second Amendment without legal grounding, or whether Powhatan and other like-minded counties can actually refuse to enforce selected laws passed by the Virginia General Assembly. I respectfully assert that the latter option is not legal, not likely, and not wise. Mike Asip Powhatan County

Umbrellas for $10. Santa Claus will be stationed in front of the courthouse steps for photos, and a professional photographer will be there to take photos for a small fee, with all proceeds from the sales going to the Powhatan Christmas Mother. Santa will leave at about 2 p.m. to go join in the fun of the parade. New this year, the parade entries will be judged, with a first, second and third prize awarded, Harrison said. There is a $25 entry fee to participate in the parade line

Backpacks of Love, nonprofit committed to eliminating hunger in school-age children by providing nourishing food for their weekend, needs help. In addition to the constant need for donated individual-sized food items, adults or students are needed to double bag the plastic bags the group packs in, which will help expedite the packing

up. There is a $30 booth/vendor fee to reserve a spot on the courthouse lawn. All proceeds from parade and vendor entries will benefit the county’s Christmas Mother program. All that participate in the parade must be decorated in a Christmas or winter theme but cannot have Santa Claus on their float. Applications may be picked up and returned to C&F Bank, 2351 Anderson Highway, Powhatan, VA 23139 by Dec. 12. They can also be downloaded online at www.powhatanchristmasmother.org. process. (This job can be done at home if people pick up bags at the pantry office.) The group also needs help breaking down boxes for recycling. This job should be done weekly preferably on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and/ or Thursdays after packing days. These are great jobs for students looking for community hours. Contact Gloria at 804-598-2723.

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Flat Rock Elementary holds coat drive for Christmas Mother PHOTOS COURTESY OF HATAN CHRISTMAS MOTHER POWHATAN

Powhatan whatan Christmas Mother 2019 Betsy Blandford visited Flat Rock Elementary School to meet studentss and collect coats for the 2019 coat drive. Tia ass Stout’s second grade class sponsored this year’s Christmas Mother coat d drive. Students collected close to 150 coats, both new and gently used, to o n donate to the Powhatan community. During d Blanford’s visit, she read Dolly Parton’s book, ‘Coat of Many Colors,’ to the class before they filled their arms with coats and helped load them up. Blandford and d the class were joined by principal Tanya Atkins-Nelson and 2002 y Christmas Mother Ginny Broughton.

Water towers painted over Thanksgiving break The water tower on Judes Ferry Road across from Powhatan High School, shown here, and the one on Old Buckingham Road near Powhatan’s Company 1 both got a splash of color Thanksgiving week. The water tanks, which were both plain white before, had the county logo painted on them on Nov. 25 and 26. Suez Utility Service Company, the company that has the service maintenance agreement for both tanks, painted them for a total of $17,674, according to Ramona Carter, director of public works. The logo was adopted by the county in addition to the Economic Development Authority. The county started putting the logo on vehicles, letterhead, signs, etc. When it came time to select an PHOTO BY LAURA MCFARLAND image to paint on the tanks along with the wording, staff considered both the new logo and the county seal, but the seal is very complex and would have been much more costly.

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how much fun the staff had in planning and executing the grant process. The committee that chose the acronym for the contest got Voorhees to shoot a tonguein-cheek video with Tucker the Pig encouraging employees to enter this fall. Winners were chosen by a judging committee who independently and privately scored all nine areas of the application and obtained a total score. All judge’s scores for each project were totaled, and the highest-scoring projects won.

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On Wednesday, Dec. 4, the building department issued its 1,000th building permit for the year, Dunivan said. The last time the department saw numbers like this was in 2006 and 2007 during the last big construction boom. “We have been very busy. Actually, throughout this whole year we have been up 20 percent over last year pretty much the entire time,” he said. That is not only a big workload for the county employees to handle, but it is a great deal of time spent by local contractors and business owners having to come to the office to fill out and turn in paperwork, he said. “In the past people have inquired about it. There has been a little bit of frustration of not being able to pay fees online. This would just make everybody’s life a lot simpler and easier and more convenient. Every contractor typically has a cell phone in their pocket that is connected to the internet, so they don’t even have to leave job sites in order to pay fees,” Dunivan said. The project has not been implemented yet because the contest just ended, but county staff will hold meetings at the beginning of the year to implement a pilot program, which hopefully will transition into a full implementation, Dunivan said. “We were all pretty thrilled, because, typically, with a grant you are thinking monetary funds awarded, and ours actually doesn’t cost anything. Any fees incurred are passed along to the contractor or whoever is paying the fees,” he said. “At the same time we are providing another level of customer service at zero expense, and it is actually freeing up county staff time in the process.” Voorhees pointed out that when county staff first began discussing how much would be the right

amount for the grant award to be an effective project, he wondered if there were any ideas that could be executed for free. So he was pleasantly surprised when the building inspector group’s idea proved those options are out there.

Zoning Hub When thinking about an idea to submit for the contest, Oliver said she wanted something that would increase transparency, “especially when it comes to land use and zoning-related cases because they are incredibly hot topics” and becoming increasingly important to more people. The zoninghub.com platform will allow the planning department to easily share information with the general public all in one place, said Oliver, who is a planner II. Some of the most common questions the office receives that could be easily answered online with this service include: What is my property zoned? What can I do with my property? Where can I put my business? What zoning applications are currently under review in the county? Every day, the planning department receives dozens of calls from members of the public with questions like these. Currently, the answers are located in several different documents and map that are available but not always easily accessed, Oliver said. This is confusing for citizens, making it difficult for them to find the answers they need. The Zoning Hub platform would provide answers to these frequently-asked questions in a user-friendly and detailed format, thereby increasing transparency and efficiency. “We get calls every day asking us questions. Sometimes they are really unique, and sometimes they are the same question over and over again – like ‘Can I have chickens on my property?’ We will be able to have all of that stuff in one location so it saves everybody time and allows people to feel like they know where that information is located,” she said. The website also has the capability of letting people sign up to receive notifications any time a new project is proposed near their house or check on pending or approved applications, Oliver said. “It will take awhile to get all the approved ones up there, but starting with current applications, those will be there,” she said, adding a date had not yet been set on getting all of that up and running.

Other projects The county received project proposals from several other employees: Jeffrey Wallace, with the fire and rescue department, proposed using the “First Arriving Digital Dashboard,” a platform that links to the county’s computer aided dispatch to display real-time dispatch information, links to scheduling software to show who is on duty, and lists who will be coming in. Carla Neidigh, with county administration, submitted the Citizen Education Understanding and Service project, which seeks to implement a formalized, multi-faceted, face-to-face citizen-engagement strategy. The strategy consists of town halls, monthly coffee with staff, office tours, focus groups, a county staff night, and other seasonal events. She said, “When citizens know why and how decisions are made, they will have higher satisfaction with county government and are less likely to disseminate erroneous information to their peers. When we learn what citizens consider important, we can make decisions that better represent their interests. More understanding equals smoother and quicker progress.” Tracey Holyfield, with the finance department, suggested “T-Shirt Fridays.” She wrote, “Friday is a casual day, why not take some of the guesswork out of deciding what to wear. Having the option of putting on an orange or black T-shirt with the county logo solves that problem. Casual Fridays offer employees one day's respite from company dress codes, in place of business wear, and dressdown days can be a way to reward employees for good work, thereby boosting morale.” Amanda Zirkle, with human resources, submitted “The Employee Rewards Program.” It would utilize prizes and other forms of incentives, to include team building activities and fun office days, to keep employees engaged, motivated, and feeling valued. Jamie Timberlake, commissioner of the revenue, suggested offering the “Business License Application Online.” Applying for a business license online would save time for both citizens and staff. Voorhees said he will be working with each department to decide how the county could implement all of these great ideas within existing resources or consider them for funding in the next budget cycle.

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BSH sets the tone

Knights open new season on back-to-back victories By Nick Vandeloecht Sports Editor

OWHATAN – Going into the 2019-20 season, seniors Raymond Avery and Robbie Kurtz, who did much of the heavy lifting on offense last year, were expected to lead the way again. Within just the first two games, the pair combined for 94 points and 43 rebounds. But they’re not alone. With hefty contributions from sophomore Zander Nadeau, a newcomer to varsity, and junior Henry Kiefer, Kurtz and Avery helped lead the Blessed Sacrament Huguenot Knights to a 2-0 start to the season. “Being a senior-led team is how we’re gonna win games this year,” BSH head boys basketball coach Chris Hamner said after the Knights’ season-opening 71-26 victory over a young Guardian Christian Academy unit on Dec. 3. “We might be out-matched, we might not have the talent that some other teams in our league do, but hopefully that experience is gonna carry us through some close games where we can upset some people.” Kurtz and Avery were the Knights’ scoring leaders in the opener. Kurtz double-doubled with 23 points and 14 rebounds, and Avery landed 17 points and 9 rebounds. After that game, Hamner pointed to the potential for higher totals, as both seniors left some points on the floor against GCA. “They both can shoot it a lot better than they did tonight, but they play hard and they lead and they get to the rim and they know how to attack,” Hamner said of

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Powhatan’s Linwood Hill works to pin his opponent from Varina in a 220 weight class match in New Kent.

New wrestling year begins By Nick Vandeloecht Sports Editor NEW KENT – He endured. Mitchell Johnson was on his back as his Varina opponent tried to pin him in Saturday’s season-opening invitational at New Kent High School. But the first

period’s clock reached zero, and while the referee signaled three points for the near-fall, Johnson, while falling behind 6-2, didn’t allow the pin, ensuring that the match rolled over into the second period. It paid off. Johnson got four points off of two

penalties and two escapes to tighten up the match, then strung together a takedown and a near-fall to power his way into the lead. That’s where the sophomore stayed, fending off a last-second takedown to narrowly grab his first varsity wrestling see WRESTLING, pg. 3B

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Reese Vandell (15) attempts a jumper in Powhatan’s Dec. 5 home game versus Huguenot.

POWHATAN - Facing the very team that cut their 201819 season short in the region tournament, the Powhatan Indians picked up their first win of the season by battling past Huguenot 49-42 on Thursday, Dec. 5 with the help of a relentless defense and five players scoring 8 or more points. “There’s a lot of firsts and there’s a lot of new things that are happening – new personnel, new chemistry,” said Powhatan head girls basketball coach Kristy Henderson. “We’ve just got to keep plugging away and just be patient.” Returners Reese Vandell and Kayla Terry each scored 10

to lead Powhatan, newcomer Sophie Dolan netted 9 and returning players Michala Taylor and Faith Henderson each made 8. All five players plus freshman Erin Almond hit shots that either tied the game or pushed the Indians back into the lead at different points, showcasing the team’s resiliency and ability to respond after going down on the scoreboard. “It gives us confidence,” Coach Henderson said, “and that’s what we need.” Powhatan adjusted its defense to put Faith Henderson at the top against Huguenot senior Janelle Sample, who did damage against Powhatan in last season’s regional contest and was the game’s leading

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Raymond Avery nets a layup in the Blessed Sacrament Huguenot Knights’ Dec. 3 season opener.

One relay team and individual swimmers Mia Wilson and Wyatt Malkerson won first places for Powhatan Swimming in its designated home meet to open the 2019-20 season this past Friday at the Goochland YMCA. Goochland, Louisa and a couple of swimmers from Blessed Sacrament Huguenot also competed. After Goochland overtook

Powhatan late for victories in the boys’ and girls’ 200 medley relays and won 6 of the first 7 events, Mia Wilson broke through for the Indians, taking first in the girls’ 50 freestyle on a time of 28.87. Wilson later joined forces with Emily Matthews and Summer and Bailey Kantanen to win a thriller of a girls’ 200 freestyle relay, edging past Goochland’s top group by 88 hundredths of a second with a

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Mia Wilson competes in the girls’ 100 backstroke of the season opener at Goochland YMCA.

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The Blessed Sacrament Huguenot senior helped his Knights set the tone on Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2019 in their season opener versus Guardian Christian Academy. Kurtz tallied up 23 points and 14 rebounds to lead

his Knights past the visitors 71-26. Also scoring in the double-digits were his teammates Raymond Avery (17 points) and Zander Nadeau (15 points). Kurtz racked up 14 points in the first quarter alone and helped break a 10-10 tie by helping convert five defensive grabs into an 8-0 run. He pulled down two boards after Avery

rebounded a BSH teammate’s missed free throw, then cashed in the second board for the go-ahead bucket (12-10) while drawing the and-one try. Kurtz in the 8-0 run twice converted steals into quick trips to the basket, and one of his defensive rebounds ended with Avery sinking two points on the other end of the court.

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VARSITY SCHEDULES Wednesday, Dec. 11 Boys Basketball 7:15 p.m. HOME vs. L.C. Bird Thursday, Dec. 12 Swimming 7 p.m. Powhatan away vs. Colonial Heights at SwimRVA

Girls Basketball 7:15 p.m. Powhatan away at Midlothian Friday, Dec. 13 Girls Basketball 5:30 p.m. BSH HOME vs. Tidewater Academy Boys Basketball 7 p.m.

BSH HOME vs. Tidewater Academy 7:15 p.m. Powhatan HOME vs. Midlothian

Friday, Dec. 20 Girls Basketball 7:15 p.m. Powhatan HOME vs. Douglas Freeman

Monday, Dec. 16 Girls Basketball 7:15 p.m. Powhatan HOME vs. Goochland

Thursday, Dec. 26 Boys Basketball 6 p.m. Powhatan vs. Douglas Freeman at Glen Allen

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scorer on Thursday with 18 points. The adjustment helped to keep the ball out of Sample’s hands a little bit more, and the Indians were able to rebound shots by the Falcons and outscore the visiting team in the second half. After the defense helped hold Huguenot to a 2-0 first-quarter lead, NICK VANDELOECHT/POWHATAN TODAY Powhatan landed five Powhatan’s Kayla Terry (2) guards Huguenot’s jumpers to tie the visitors 12-12 at the half. Vandell Makayla Nelson in Powhatan’s Dec. 5 home game. strung together back-to- the third quarter with was looking to make an back shots for a 5-4 lead, three buckets of her own, inbounds pass, and VanDolan knocked down a and after Taylor later spun dell, who had a wide-open deep three-pointer for a inside to net two points look in the left-hand cor10-7 edge and Almond’s for a 29-27 lead, Faith ner, called for the ball. corner jumper knotted up raced a steal to the basket Dolan threw it to her, and the contest again after to make it 31-27 going Vandell sent the lasering Sample’s jumpshot off of into the final 8 minutes of shot swishing through the an offensive board briefly regulation. hoop to push the Indians gave Huguenot a 12-10 After the Falcons net- ahead by 1. advantage. Powhatan nev- ted a runback in the fourth Powhatan never reliner went down by more quarter to go back up 37- quished the lead again. than four; Taylor respond- 35, Vandell made yet an“Reese is going to be ed to three made shots by other clutch shot to turn super important for us,” the visitors near the top of the tides for good. Dolan Coach Henderson said.

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Kurtz and Avery. “I’m just blessed to be coaching them this year to be honest.” Both players took back possession on steals, and Kurtz set up one of his own two-pointers on a block. They were the Knights’ sole scorers in an 18-11 first quarter that saw Kurtz rack up 14 points in the stanza, break a 10-10 tie and help convert five defensive hauls into an 8-0 run. He pulled down two boards after Avery rebounded a BSH teammate’s missed free throw, then cashed in the second board for the go-ahead bucket while drawing the and-one try. Kurtz in the 8-0 run twice converted steals into quick trips to the basket, and one of his defensive rebounds ended with Avery sinking two points on the other end of the court. “I thought if their shots weren’t dropping, it might affect the rest of their game – I think that’s happened to them in years past – and tonight that didn’t happen,” Hamner said of Kurtz and Avery. “They weren’t making shots and that didn’t really affect them. They just started driving it, they kept rebounding, they kept playing our defense, which was good to see.” And then, the following night at Millwood School, the two seniors led the way again in a thrilling 6863 overtime triumph over the home team. Avery caught fire and rolled

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Robbie Kurtz nets a layup.

out a game-high 33 points while double-doubling with 10 rebounds, and Kurtz once again double-doubled, this time with 21 points and 10 rebounds. Last year the team didn’t have another player who could consistently join the duo in going for double-digit points. But in his first game moving up to the varsity level, sophomore Zander Nadeau – who averaged 25 points on JV – had no problem finding the basket against Guardian Christian Academy. He tapped into a rhythm in the second quarter and ended the night with 15 points while also rebounding well throughout the contest.

“Offensively she’s a good shot, making good decisions…we need her.” Late in the stretch, Dolan drove into the lane for two, and sophomores Faith and Terry combined for 9 points against 5 from Huguenot to put the game out of reach. It was a bounce-back win from Powhatan’s season-opening setback to Cosby on Tuesday, Dec. 3 (68-29). In that game, Powhatan faced trapping and offensive turnovers that turned into a ton of transition layups for the Titans. But on Thursday, Coach Henderson said her team did a little bit better job of stopping transition, getting back on defense and forcing turnovers to put the ball back in Powhatan’s hands. The Indians played L.C. Bird on Tuesday, Dec. 10 and will play at Midlothian on Thursday, Dec. 12, 7 p,m. before hosting Goochland on Monday, Dec. 16, 7 p.m.

“He’s such a good kid,” Hamner said of Nadeau. “He listens, he’s very coachable and he just kind of does the little things that you might not recognize, but all of a sudden Zander’s there to get a rebound and a stick back for you. Zander’s there to get a blocked shot for you.” Henry Kiefer also enjoyed a strong start, totaling 8 points against GCA. He parlayed a steal into two points from the line after he was forced out of bounds on the runback, and he sliced a lasering threepointer through the hoop on the assist from James Hawkins. Both Nadeau and Kiefer hit huge three-pointers in overtime to help their Knights defeat Millwood on Dec. 4. Millwood was led in scoring by William Jackson with 29 points and Prince Anderson with 15 points. The Knights played at Grove Christian on Monday, Dec. 9 and New Community on Tuesday, Dec. 10. They host Tidewater Academy on Friday, Dec. 13 at 7 p.m. In addition to playing experience, Hamner praised the team chemistry on his Knights “where everybody likes each other.” “Everybody kind of knows everybody…they’re all friends with each other on the court and off the court,” he said. “It’s kind of nice to be able to coach guys where everybody’s just worried about the team…I don’t have to worry about any individuals wanting to score…I definitely am blessed to have 13 guys that care about how the team is going to do.”

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L.J. Alston goes for a jumper in Powhatan’s season opener versus Cosby on Wednesday, Dec. 4.

Looking to bounce-back Staff Reports

POWHATAN - Powhatan boys basketball will look to bounceback from back-to-back season-opening losses to Cosby (60-34) on Wednesday, Dec. 4 and Huguenot (82-38) on Friday, Dec. 6. L.J. Alston and Lo-

gan Wyatt broke-out in the season opener, each netting 12 points for Powhatan. The Indians (0-2) will look to rebound with back-to-back home matchups versus L.C Bird on Wednesday, Dec. 11 at 7 p.m. and Midlothian on Friday, Dec. 13 at 7 p.m.

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Blessed Sacrament Huguenot’s Madelyn Mitchell (left) moves inside the arc to set up a shot at the basket in the Knights’ Dec. 4 season opener versus the Central Virginia Homeschool Patriots.

BSH takes setback in 2019-20 opener Staff Reports

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Blessed Sacrament Huguenot’s Zander Nadeau (23), Michael Timmons (10), Carson Conner (25, background) and Raymond Avery (3) look to guard Guardian Christian Academy’s Sean Reed (25, foreground) in the Knights’ season opener on Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2019.

WOODLAKE - The Blessed Sacrament Huguenot Knights opened the new season on a tough loss to Central Virginia Homeschool, 56-17, at Millwood School on Wednesday, Dec. 4. Freshman Madelyn Mitchell was the Knights’ leading scorer with 9 points.

Seven different players scored at least 4 points for CVHAA, and Emma Gilchrist reached 1,000 career points with her first bucket of the night. The Knights played at Grove Christian on Monday, Dec. 9 and New Community on Tuesday, Dec. 10. They host Tidewater Academy on Friday, Dec. 13 at 5:30 p.m.

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Powhatan swims in YMCA Holiday Classic meet Staff Reports

William Blashfield was the top swimmer in the AAA divisions of the boys’ 9-10 50 backstroke (35.68) and in the 50 butterfly (36.25) as well as in the A division of the boys’ 9-10 individual medley (1:18.45), highlighting the Powhatan Barracudas’ successes in Saturday’s YMCA Holiday Classic at SwimRVA. Brinn Brown was the top swimmer in the AA division of the girls’ 7 & 8 25 butterfly (21.95) and Braelyn Jones was the top swimmer in the A division of the girls’ 7 & 8 breaststroke (25.78) and the B division of the girls’ 7 & 8 25 backstroke (23.26) ahead of Brown (23.43). Jones also took second in the girls’ 7 & 8 25 freestyle (18.55). Zachary Kantanen was the top swimmer in the boys’ 11-12-year-old 50 yard butterfly. Kantanen swam an AA division time of 33.46 in the fly; he also won the BB division of the boys’ 11-12 100 individual medley (1:20.09) and took second in the A division of the boys’ 11-12 50 backstroke (34.90). Summer Kantanen, seeded in the AA division, swam a 38.42 to earn the most points in the girls’ 13-14 50 breaststroke. She also swam second in the A division of the girls’ 13-14 freestyle (28.69) and second in the BB division of the girls’ 13-14 50 backstroke (33.46). Hannah Kantanen was the

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Zachary Kantanen swims the freestyle stretch of the boys’ 11-12 100 individual medley.

top swimmer in the A division of the girls’ 11-12 50 freestyle (30.94) and also swam runner-up in the girls’ 11-12 100 individual medley (1:17.80) and breaststroke (40.20) events. Bailey Kantanen was the top C division swimmer in the girls’ 17-18 200 individual medley (2:58.74) and 100 butterfly (1:32.92). Melanie Campbell was the sole competitor in the girls’ 17-18 100 backstroke, swimming a 1:15.40. She also was first in the BB division of the girls’ 17-18 50 backstroke (34.57) and in the B division of the girls’ 17-18 100 yard freestyle (1:09.13). Runners-up also included Gianna Smith in the B divi-

sion of the girls’ 11-12 50 freestyle (33.92), LeAnne Wrenn in the B divisions of the girls’ 13-14 100 individual medley (1:25.71) and 50 freestyle (32.90), Benjamin Compton in the B division of the boys’ 11-12 100 freestyle (1:16.54), Carson Hessick in the B division of the boys’ 6 & under 25 yard freestyle (34.06) and Savannah Hufner in the B division of the girls’ 9-10 50 breaststroke (58.50). The Barracudas took 8th out of 12 teams with 549 points scored through the 122 events held in the Holiday Classic. Shady Grove Family YMCA won with 2663 points. Midlothian Family YMCA was runner-up with 2002.5 points.

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Hannah Kantanen swims the breaststroke stretch of the girls’ 11-12 100 individual medley.

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Powhatan’s Wyatt Malkerson (at right, foreground) is congratulated after posting the top swim time in the boys’ 100 breastroke during Friday’s season-opening home meet at Goochland YMCA.

result of 1:58.02. Powhatan paced the next four first heats: Nathan Orban was the fastest in the boys’ 100 backstroke (1:14.96) although Louisa’s Josh Wright took the varsity win (1:20.81); Wilson took first in the first heat of the girls’ 100 backstroke (1:15.64) and second overall to Goochland’s Skylar Dacey (1:14.97) who swam in the third heat; Malkerson edged Goochland’s Garrett Eastwood to win the boys’ 100 breaststroke (1:19.45) by a mere 45 hundredths of a second; and Summer Kantanen (1:25.69) edged teammate Matthews (1:26.14) in the first heat of the girls’ 100 breaststroke, with both swimmers overall finishing second and third, respectively, to Goochland’s Anneliese Rogerson (1:16.39), who swam in the second heat. Wilson, Matthews and Summer and Bailey Kantanen were the runners-up in the girls’ 200 medley relay (2:15.41), Bailey swam runner-up in the girls’ 200 individual medley (2:58.25), Malker-

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win of the season in a wild, back-andforth 170 weight class match. A couple matches before, Johnson’s teammate Luke Wilburn, who had gotten pulled up from JV to get in some mat time, recovered from also being on his back to spin his way to the top and pin his Varina opponent in the 152 weightclass match with 24 seconds left in the first period. “Awesome to watch those kids get their varsity win – that’s always fun… especially new kids like that…they’re just kind of getting their footing,” Powhatan head wrestling coach Jonathan Tanaka said Saturday. Powhatan overall went 2-3 in Saturday’s invitational, defeating both Varina 56-9 and Douglas Freeman 53-21 and falling to Orange 42-24, Chantilly 48-27 and Lee-Davis 35-26. Juniors Sean Hall and Hayden Fitzsimmons both went 5-0. Hall rolled out four first-period pins in his 126 weight class and bumped-up to 132 to wrestle and defeat Varina’s Caleb Olgers by technical fall, 16-1, 45 seconds into the third period. “Sean’s one of those consistent kids that we kind of know what we’re gonna get, which is awesome,” Tanaka said. Fitzsimmons, who this year is moving up to the 182 weight class this sea-

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Powhatan’s Sean Hall (left) wrestles Lee-Davis’ Jacob Koenig on Dec. 6.

son, took wins by forfeit against Varina and Lee-Davis and commanded his three matches against Chantilly, Orange and Freeman. He earned his two 182 weightclass wins by pin, then bumped-up to 195 against Freeman and won by pin in the first period. Junior Linwood Hill, starting at 195 but bumping-up to his former 220 weight class for all but five of his matches, went 4-1 with three pins and picked up a last-second takedown to beat Lee-Davis’ Rob Grace by technical fall (20-5) at 195 in the third period. He pinned his Varina, Chantilly and Freeman opponents, all at 220.

Sophomore Andrew Cheatham recovered from an early loss to go unbeaten the rest of the way at 145. All four of his victories in the invitational came by pin – two in the first period against Freeman and Orange, one in the second against Varina and one in the third against Chantilly. Sophomore Tanner Palmore, stepping up into the heavyweight class following the graduation of Jarrett Tronge, shined with a couple of early wins. He opened the meet by edging past Lee-Davis’ Joseph Elaal on a 6-3 decision, then pinned his Varina opponent following a takedown 9 seconds inside the second period.

son took second in the boys’ 100 freestyle (1:02.16), Summer took second in the girls’ 100 breaststroke (1:25.69) and third in the girls’ 200 freestyle (2:27.39), Troy Porter swam third in the boys’ 50 freestyle (27.40, Aliah Greenhow swam third in the girls’ 50 freestyle (32.19), Matthews took third in the girls’ 100 butterfly (1:27.21) and Powhatan’s Sophia Edwards, Reese Smith, Sidney White and Kaitlyn Meador swam thirdbest of the girls’ teams (5:28.09) in the combined 400 yard freestyle relay, which closed out the meet. Blessed Sacrament Huguenot’s Jenna Schwab finished runner-up (1:07.00) to Louisa’s Lauren Dessent (1:05.85) in the girls’ 100 freestyle and third overall to Goochland’s Abby Pillion (1:05.44) who swam in the third of five heats that comprised the event. Goochland won 15 of 22 individual events, Louisa took first place in 4 events and Powhatan won 3. Powhatan travels to SwimRVA with opposing teams including Colonial Heights in a meet that begins at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 12. Returning sophomore Dylan Coward defeated his Orange opponent by pin at 113, sophomore Cade Van Buskirk picked up a win against Freeman at 138 and freshman Kieran Hathaway beat his Freeman opponent by tech fall at 106. Johnson earned his first win by pin of the season in the second period against Freeman. Micah Holt wrestled Lee-Davis in the 220 weight class, but got hurt by an illegal move; it was decided that Holt after getting hit by the move would not be able to continue to wrestle the match, leading to Holt winning by automatic forfeit. Tanaka after the first two team matches said that he was doing all right, but that they would get him to the trainer on Monday and see how that goes. “Really tough kid,” Tanaka said Saturday. “Just a tough break.” Hill wrestled at 220 for the rest of the invitational. Gavin Timmons, Powhatan’s starting wrestler in the 132 class and a two-time state qualifier, was not at Saturday’s meet as he had a pre-existing commitment to participating in a robotics competition on the same day; he and AJ Gaskins are projected to return this coming week and the team is hoping that freshman Britton Proffitt will return soon. Powhatan was slated to host Dinwiddie on Tuesday in its first home meet of the season and will take on the varsity classic at Lee-Davis High School the weekend of Dec. 19-20.

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TRUSTEE SALES TRUSTEE’S SALE OF 1996 Cook Road Powhatan, VA 23139 In execution of a Deed of Trust in the original principal amount of $77,140.00, dated January 23, 2006, recorded among the land records of the Circuit Court for Powhatan County on February 2, 2006, as Instrument Number 060000711, in Deed Book 675, at Page 347, the undersigned appointed Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at public auction, at the main entrance of the courthouse for the Circuit Court of Powhatan County, 3880 Old Buckingham Rd, Powhatan, VA on January 9, 2020 at 4:00 PM, the property described in said deed of trust, located at the above address and briefly described as: ALL THAT certain lot, piece or parcel of land, together with all improvements thereon, lying and being in the Macon District of Powhatan County, Virginia, containing 1.29 acres as shown on a Plat of Survey by Fred A. Gibson & Associates, Professional Land Surveyor, dated June 11, 1987, entitled ’’Plat Showing Improvements on a 1.29 Acre Parcel of Land Situated East of the Eastern Line of State Route 638 in the Macon District of Powhatan County, Virginia,’’ a copy of which is attached hereto and to which reference is made for a more particular description. TOGETHER WITH a non-exclusive easement of right of way over, along and upon that parcel of land designated on the aforesaid plat as a 50- foot easement for ingress and egress from the property conveyed hereby to State Route 636. ALL THAT certain tract, piece or parcel of land, with all improvements thereon and appurtenances thereto belonging, lying and being in Macon District of Powhatan County, Virginia, containing 4.02 acres according to Plat of Survey prepared by Woodrow K. Cofer, Inc., Certified Land Surveyor, dated September 25, 2003, entitled ’’Plat Showing 4.02 Acres of Land Lying East of State Route No. 636,’’ a copy of which plat is attached hereto and made a part of this conveyance, to which plat reference is hereby made for a more particular description of the said real estate herein conveyed. Tax ID: 035 54G. TERMS OF SALE: A bidder’s deposit of $7,700.00 or 10% of the sale price, whichever is lower, will be required in the form of a certified or cashier’s check. Cash will not be accepted as a deposit. Settlement within fifteen (15) days of sale, otherwise Trustee may forfeit deposit. Additional terms to be announced at sale. This is a communication from a debt collector. This notice is an attempt to collect on a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. (Trustee # 588058) Substitute Trustee: ALG Trustee, LLC, C/O Orlans PC PO Box 2548, Leesburg, VA 20177, (703) 777-7101, website: http://www.orlans.co m The Vendor Auction.com will be used in conjunction with this sale Potential Bidders: For sale information, please visit www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832. Towne #: 5000.2213 VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT OF THE COUNTY OF POWHATAN

HOMES RENTALS ACREAGE

DEBRA T. KELLER, Plaintiff v.

Notice is hereby given, pursuant to §15.2-2204 of the Code of Virginia, that the Powhatan County Board of Supervisors will conduct a Public Hearing at its meeting on Monday, December 16, 2019, starting at 6:00 p.m. in the Powhatan County Village Building Auditorium, 3910 Old Buckingham Road, to consider and act upon the following requests: O-2019-40 An Ordinance amending and re-enacting Chapter 80 (“Water and Wastewater”) of the Code of the County of Powhatan, for the purpose of updating information, and to clarify policies and procedures. Proposed amendments pertain to provisions of the following sections: Sec. 80-1 (“Definitions”), Sec. 80-67 (“Water meters for outside use”), and Sec. 80-106 (“Off-site and oversized mains credit policy”). All interested persons are invited to attend the hearing and to present their views and/or to submit written comments. Persons requiring special assistance to attend and participate in these hearings should contact the Powhatan County Administrator’s Office at (804)5985612 at least three days prior to the meeting. Copies of the full text of the proposed ordinance and related documents may be examined in the County Administrator’s Office in the Powhatan County Administration Building during regular business hours of 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday, located at 3834 Old Buckingham Road.

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ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to obtain a divorce from the bond of matrimony from the Defendant on the grounds of having lived separate and apart for a period exceeding one year.

ENTERED: 8/NOVEMBER/2019 S/PAUL W. CELLA, JUDGE Wallace D. Gram, III, Esq. BoykoNapier, PLLC 5807 Staples Mill Road Richmond, Virginia 23228 Phone: (804) 658-3418

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING POWHATAN COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

DONALD S. KELLER, JR., Defendant,

It appearing by affidavit that the Defendant’s last known address was 2864 Spencerwood Drive, located in the County of Powhatan, Virginia 23139, the Defendant’s present whereabouts are unknown, and diligence has been used by or on behalf of the Plaintiff to ascertain in what county or city the Defendant is without effect, it is ORDERED that the Defendant appear before this Court on or before January 6, 2020, to protect his interests herein.

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