Powhatan Today –06/15/2022 by Powhatan Today

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Vol. XXXV No.. 50

June 15, 2022

Large crowd drawn to Field of Honor tribute By Laura McFarland Managing Editor

POWHATAN – Until they saw the tag with their fathers’ names on it, Frank and Melanie Skala didn’t realize how emotional the Field of Honor experience was going to be. Melanie Skala of Powhatan had purchased an American flag at the event without her husband knowing and brought him to the opening ceremony held Friday, June 10 as a complete surprise since he hadn’t actually heard of it before. She purchased one of the 500 flags laid out in the Village Meadow this weekend and dedicated it to their fathers, one who served in the U.S. Navy and one in the U.S. Air Force. “It brought us both to tears to see these flags,” her husband said. “My thought was I hadn’t seen anything like this since I saw Arlington in D.C., and it

had the same effect.” More than 1,000 people packed the Village Meadow for the opening ceremony and the Village Vibe concert featuring KOS Band that followed. It was an evening with plenty of fun and laughter but also great moments of patriotism and honor. The Rotary Club of Powhatan hosted the Field of Honor from June 10 to 14 as a way for people to purchase a flag to honor a “Hometown Hero” of the owner’s choice, living or deceased, including veterans, friends and family members, first responders, teachers, medical professionals, and people who have made an impact in their lives, said Don Smith, public relations chair. “We had heard about this project from other organizations that had done the PHOTO BY LAURA McFARLAND Field of Honor, and we had seen the picFrank and Melanie Skala of Powhatan photograph a flag they purchased tures, but there is nothing that can replace during Field of Honor to recognize two of their personal heroes, their seeing all the flags out here on display. see FIELD OF HONOR, pg. 6

fathers, both of whom served in the military.

Summer reading kicks off at library PCPS hires two

new principals By Laura McFarland Managing Editor

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Pocahontas Elementary principal Tom Sulzer reads to a huge crowd of families during Powhatan’s Summer Reading Program Kickoff Party on June 7.

By Laura McFarland Managing Editor

POWHATAN – With more than 500 people in attendance and 208 readers of all ages registered, organizers are calling Powhatan’s Summer Reading Program Kickoff Party a success. Those there to participate in this year’s program kickoff on Tuesday, June 7 were greeted at the door by encouragement from Powhatan High School cheerleaders and the music of the marching band. Inside, National English Honor Society students, along with staff and volunteers, welcomed visitors with a free book for the chil-

dren, free pizza and the chance to register for this summer’s reading program and experience an Ocean of Possibilities. “They bring their school spirit and get kids excited with their music and cheers,” English instructional specialist Tracey Ingle said of having the high school students take such a prominent role. “The little ones look up to them and get excited about what they can do one day.” Organizers of the program, which is a collaboration between the library and the school division, were thrilled with the response. Ingle said she was super excited to see so many people there

with smiling faces ready to have a fun summer of reading and special activities. “I think this is one of the biggest kickoff events we have had in the library,” she said. “It was an incredible evening,” agreed Ann Blankman, youth services librarian. “It went better than our wildest dreams. We had a huge turnout. In a way I am not surprised because the Powhatan community is so engaged in the library. They are so involved and they are always eager to participate in the different activities that the community offers. “But it was still insee SUMMER READING, pg. 5

POWHATAN – Powhatan County Public Schools recently hired two new principals to fill the vacant spots that opened at Powhatan High and Flat Rock Elementary schools. New to Powhatan, Chris Sumner will take the helm of the high school starting July 1, although he may already be spotted getting to know the lay of the land before then. Long-time assistant principal Isabella Worrell will see some familiar faces when she begins leading Flat Rock, where CHRIS SUMNER she previously worked, on July 1. Chris Sumner Sumner will come to Powhatan from Nelson County, where he is currently the school division’s special projects administrator. He said he has worked ISABELLA WORRELL in pre-kindergarten through 12th grade for nearly 20 years, working as a visual arts teacher, field hockey and tennis coach, eighth and ninth grade assistant principal, and high school principal. He took a job earlier this year as the special projects administrator, which he said afforded him rich central office experience with auditing and aligning curriculum and pacing, the Virginia Preschool Initiative, and the Title III grant. But he realized almost imsee PRINCIPALS, pg. 4

Relay for Life makes ‘superhero’ effort to fight cancer By Laura McFarland Managing Editor

MIDLOTHIAN – Relay for Life South of the James always brings out a myriad of emotions. There are so many touching moments, such as the Survivors Lap that kicks off the event and honors those who have fought or are fighting cancer, led this year by Ken and Jen Schoemmell of Moseley, whose daughter, Olivia, is currently undergoing treatment for acute myeloid leukemia after being diagnosed in May. While survivors were cheered on as they made their lap, the footPHOTO BY LAURA McFARLAND ball stadium at Midlothian High School, Ken and Jen Schoemmell of Moseley lead the Survivor Lap that kicked off where the event was held Saturday, June 11, was respectfully quiet for the luminaria cer- Relay for Life South of the James’ event on June 11. The couple’s daughsee RELAY, pg. 8

ter, Olivia, is currently undergoing treatment for acute myeloid leukemia.

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O B I T UA R I E S JAMES COOK COOK, James Monroe, 86, of Powhatan, passed away June 8, 2022. He was preceded in death by his wife, Norma Jean Cook. He is survived by two daughters, Cindy Ricker (Ricky) and Vickie Cook (Billy); grandchildren, Brandon, Jason and Emily Ricker and Christopher and Ethan Cook; eight brothers, five sisters; great-grandchild, Erica COOK Ricker; and many nieces and nephews. The family received friends Sunday, June 12, 2022, from 3 to 5 p.m. in the

Bennett & Barden Funeral Home. Services were held Monday, at 2 p.m. in the Mt. Moriah Baptist Church; interment church cemetery. Online condolences may be made at bennettbardenfh.com.

DOROTHY WILKINS WILKINS, Dorothy Jane Worsham, 91, of Powhatan, Virginia, passed away Wednesday, June 9, 2022. She was born in Powhatan, Va., on November 24, 1930. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Robert Frayser; daughter, Terry Leigh Frayser; second husband, Carlton Wilkins; parents, Archer and Nora Worsham; brothers, Nelson and Clark Worsham.

She is survived by two stepdaughters, Linda Tolley and Peggy Wilkins; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends Wednesday, June 15, 2022, from 10 to 11 a.m. in the May Memorial Baptist Church. Service to follow at 11 a.m. Interment in the Powhatan Community Cemetery. WILKINS In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to May Memorial Baptist Church, 3922 Old Buckingham Rd., Powhatan, Va. 23139. Online condolences may be made at bennettbardenfh.com.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR Wednesday, June 15

Powhatan County Public Library is proud to partner with Powhatan County Public Schools for the children’s summer reading program. The 2022 theme is “Oceans of Possibilities!” Participants are encouraged to attend summer reading events and check out books at the library. All programs at all locations are free and open to the public. Children’s story times will be held on Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. at the library on June 15, 22 and 29, and July 6, 13, 20 and 27. Enjoy stories, songs and rhymes! Contact Powhatan County Public Library at 804-598-5670. Community Matters is a resource for all 55 and forward interested in learning, staying active and engaging with peers. Challenge and socialization are powerful combined and crucial at any age! Program is free; requires independent participation. Weekly sessions with a wide range of topics and activities are held on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Rescue Squad Building, 3920 Marion Harland Lane. Information on various offerings, activities and topics presented can be found on Facebook: Powhatan County Reach for Active Services and also by calling the Powhatan Library 804598-5670 and selecting option 3 to hear an updated recording. Call program coordinator Jayne Lloyd at 804-698-0438 for more information. Powhatan County Public Library is open for in-person services. The library is open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Fridays, and from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays. Library bathrooms and meeting rooms are now open again and rooms may be reserved. Books to Go and Curbside Print services will continue to be available. Books to Go is a convenient contactless pick-up option for those who prefer to quickly obtain library materials in traditional formats. With Books to Go, patrons may reserve print materials, DVDs, and audiobooks online or by phone. Patrons have two options: place items on hold online through the catalog at www.powhatanlibrary.net or call the library at 804598-5670 to request items. Online hold placement is available 24/7. Depending on their account settings, patrons will be notified that their Books to Go order is ready for pickup either by phone or email. Items are packaged in a new paper bag labeled with the patron’s last name. The bag is then placed on a table in the atrium. PCPL’s Books to Go pickup is available during open hours. Items are held for three business days. The limit of 20 holds per cardholder per day and the 50 item checkout limit per card will remain in effect. Curbside print/copy service will continue to be offered. Patrons may submit one printing/copying request per day for up to 10 pages of black and white printing at no charge. Requests may be submitted via email to print@powhatanlibrary.net. Staff will notify the patron via email when the print request is ready for pickup on the table in the library atrium. The library book drop continues to be open 24/7 for patron convenience; however, patrons are asked to return mobile hotspots in the bin below the Books to Go table in the atrium during business hours. The library is once again accepting donations and the Friends of the Library bookstore is open during library business hours. Visit www.powhatanlibrary.net for more details and like the library’s Facebook page for all the latest, up-to-date library news and information. People may also call 804-598-5670.

Business Network International (BNI) Powhatan chapter meets virtually from 8 to 9:30 a.m. every Wednesday. Visit Www.BNIVA. com for information. To register, visit https://tinyurl.com/BNIOnFire or contact executive director Dawne Gulla at dawne@bniva.com or 804-690-9220 for more information.

The Free Clinic of Powhatan serves residents from Powhatan, Amelia and Cumberland Counties as well as select Chesterfield areas. Services include medical, dental, counseling and women’s healthcare by appointment. Note: Walk-in medical services for current registered patients now available on the first and third Mondays of May and June. Eligibility requirements on website www.freeclinicofpowhatan.org/patients. Registration for new patients by appointment Mondays 5-8 p.m. or walk-in Tuesdays from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. For more information or to make an appointment, call (804) 598-5637.

The Powhatan Village Farmers Market is open from 4 to 6:30 p.m. every Thursday through September on the grounds of Bienvenue, 3841 Old Buckingham Road, Powhatan. The market offers families a great way to unwind with live music and food truck fare while catching up with neighbors. The Powhatan market meets all your local farm produce and pastured meat needs, as well as those specialty goods you’re looking for like honey, soap, baked treats, unique artisan crafts and more. Lots of SNAP and Double SNAP options! We’re excited to welcome you to the Powhatan Village farmers market! For more information, contact 302-893-0068 or visit https://rvagriculture.org/. A Called to Care Meeting will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Powhatan United Methodist Church. This organization offers both support to persons who have health issues and those who are caring for persons with health issues. The meetings may include guest speakers on a myriad of topics related to aging and good health. Guest speakers have included a nurse practitioner, neurologist, nutritionist, physical therapist and many more. All are welcome to attend. This group is facilitated by Judy Cain-Oliver, licensed clinical psychologist.

The Powhatan Food Pantry is open from 10 a.m. to noon on Thursdays, Saturdays and Tuesdays at 2500 Batterson Road. Contact the pantry at 804-372-9526 or powhatanvafoodpantry@ gmail.com.

Extension specialists and industry experts share timely topics for farmers in the Virginia Cooperative Extension Ag Today, held virtually at 9 a.m. every Thursday. These updates are relevant and

A free caregiver support group sponsored by Powhatan United Methodist Church and Powhatan Family Counseling will be held at 11:30 a.m. at the church, 2253 Rosson Road. It is an open group for anyone who has family or friends dealing with chronic mental health or physical illness. Some meetings will have a special guest speaker. The group is facilitated by Dr. Judith Cain-Oliver, licensed clinical psychologist. Contact Dr. Oliver at 804-598-9577.

The original Powhatan AA meets from 7 to 8 p.m. every Thursday in the Powhatan Village Building.

The Beef Cattle Production 360 Discussion Group meets at 6 p.m. New members are always welcome to join if you are a seasoned beef cattle producer or just getting started. Prior to the pandemic the group typically started with a pot luck meal. Meetings have currently either been held virtually or on farm socially distanced with masks. For more information, contact Rachel Henley at 804-598-5640 or rachelhenley@vt.edu.

The Powhatan Rotary Club meets at 7:30 a.m. every Thursday at the County Seat Restaurant.

Awaken to Hope Al-Anon meets at 8 p.m. every Tuesday at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church.

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.

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

The Powhatan Ruritan Club will meet at 6:30 p.m. at Rosa’s Pizza and Italian Eatery in Flat Rock. Dinner will be served followed by a program and a brief meeting. They are a community service organization dedicated to our county. All are welcome. For more information call Jake Berman at 804-651-4503. The Powhatan Chamber of Commerce luncheon will be held at noon at County Seat Restaurant. Visit www.powhatanchamber.org.

Friday June 17

Upcoming

Lonesome Dove Equestrian Center, which is located at 6137 Old Buckingham Road, provides year-round therapeutic horseback riding exclusively for veterans with special needs and disabilities. Focusing on veterans in Central Virginia, the goal of this program is to improve the quality of life for the participants through activities that are positive to their cognitive, physical, emotional and social well-being. As of Jan. 1, 2021, the program is also welcoming first responders to come ride with the program. From April through October, volunteers are asked to arrive at 9 a.m. and the riding sessions begin at 10 a.m. Upcoming dates are: June 22; July 12, 19 and 27; August 2, 16 and 24; Sept. 13, 20 and 28; Oct. 4, 18 and 26. In November, volunteers are asked to arrive at 10 a.m. and the riding sessions begin at 11 a.m. Upcoming dates are Nov. 1, 15 and 30. There are no sessions in December. LDEC is able to provide a variety of services to the veterans because of dedicated volunteers. Those who would like to help and have fun at the same time are asked to consider becoming a member of one of these teams. For more information about Lonesome Dove, visit http://ldequestrian.com/ or contact 804-3186485.

The Village Vibe Concert Series is wrapping up a three-concert season in 2022. All shows are free and open to the public, with gates opening at 6 p.m. at the Village Meadow, 3920 Marion Hardland Lane. The final Friday concerts will feature the Jangling Rhineharts on June 24. No outside food or drink. Bring your own lawn chair and friends. No pets or tents.

Emmaus Christian Church, 1801 Huguenot Trail, will hold Bands, BBQ and Firefighters from 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday, June 25. Join us for an evening of live music, smoked barbecue and fun for all ages. We will be raising money for the Fine Creek Volunteer Fire Department. Music by The Biscuit Eaters, Eddie Dickerson, and more! Free admission. Contact emmauscc1@verizon.net.

The American Red Cross needs volunteers to help on the ground and blood and platelet donors to roll up a sleeve to maintain a stable blood supply in the face of emergencies. Eligible donors can help overcome the critical need for blood and ensure blood is readily available by making an appointment to give by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enabling the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device. Upcoming local blood drives currently scheduled for the area are from: 1 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 28 at Powhatan County Public Library, 2270 Mann Road.

Habitat for Humanity-Powhatan is accepting applications for its homeowner program through June 30, 2022. Applicants must have lived or worked in Powhatan for at least the past year, and must qualify for an affordable mortgage through our partnership program. Applicants must be experiencing a need for affordable housing and be willing to partner with us through sweat equity service hours. Income guidelines differ based on household size. For example, income guidelines for a family of four range between an estimated minimum annual income of $36,000 through approximately $63,000. Refer to website for details at habitatpowhatan.org. Other factors considered include a valid credit history, debt ratio, and ability to verify a stable income for at least two years. If you have had a bankruptcy, it must be a full three years since it has been discharged. In addition, Habitat will begin a Pathways to Homeownership Program in autumn 2022 for those who wish to work toward applying in 2023. Those interested are encouraged to read the information published on the Habitat website, or contact to executivedirector@habitatpowhatan.org or call 804-594-7009, ext. 2.

The Powhatan Freedom Festival will be held from 5 to 10 p.m. Sunday, July 3 at the Powhatan County Fairgrounds, 4042 Anderson Highway. Cost is $5 per person. Tickets can be purchased at https:// www.598.events/. Vendor spots available by emailing Melinda Hitt at hitt.melinda@gmail.com. The event will include fireworks at dusk but also have food, vendors and live music. Bring your own chair.

The public is invited to a circle of healing workshop at 6:30 p.m. in the Second Antioch Baptist Church fellowship hall. The topic will be “Healing our Community Together.” The speaker will be Minister LaVonda Felder of Fountain of Deliverance outreach ministries. The gathering will also have chicken dinners available for a donation of $8. It will be hosted by The Helping Hands Ministry of SABC.

Saturday, June 18

Powhatan County NAACP will present the Juneteenth program “Learn Through Exhibits, Songs and Skits” about the longestrunning African-American holiday” at 4 p.m. at the Powhatan African American Cultural Arts Museum, 4290 Anderson Highway, Powhatan. All are invited.

Habitat-Powhatan will host the second annual Juneteenth Celebration from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the lawn beside the ReStore at 1922 Urbine Road. Come participate in a family-friendly, fun day. The event will feature food and desserts for purchase, authors, historians, artisans and more. Powhatan’s own EPIC Fit will host a free fitness class at 9:30 a.m. on the lawn. Powhatan Cruizers car club will display their vintage automobiles. The ReStore also will be open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Don’t miss the 50%-off furniture sale that day. Taste Good Authentic Jamaican food truck will be on site as will locally owned Planet Snowcone and Barbie’s Cakes & More. Everything is Taste also will feature a menu of grilled chicken, hamburgers and hotdogs and fried fish along with sides. Dinners-to-go will be available. Habitat-Powhatan’s Juneteenth Celebration will also feature a number of other Black-owned businesses including locally owned The Cozy Headband and Kingland Valley Farms, which will be selling produce grown in Powhatan.

Habitat For Humanity - Powhatan depends on volunteers and donors. Habitat is blessed with the community’s helpful, kind and generous participation. The Habitat Store at 1922 Urbine Road will be open on the first and third Saturdays of the month from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. During this pandemic, anyone coming into the store must wear a facemask. The office is located in the Habitat Store and the office number is 804-594-7009. Call and volunteer! Donate! Help us build!!

Betty McCracken with Monocan Soil and Water Conservation District will be doing a presentation and activity at Powhatan State from 10 to 11 a.m. The title is “Water Extravaganza” and is designed for elementary children. It is a fun, hands-on activity that help kids understand the water cycle and how important clean water can be. It will be at the Nature Center down by the campground.

Thursday, June 16

County Public Schools for the children’s summer reading program. The 2022 theme is “Oceans of Possibilities!” Participants are encouraged to attend summer reading events and check out books at the library. All programs at all locations are free and open to the public. Maker Mondays will take place at 3 p.m. at the library on June 21 (a Tuesday) and 27, and on July 11, 18 and 25. This craft program for children will bring out their inner pirate! Make a shark suncatcher, participate in a scavenger hunt and more! Contact Powhatan County Public Library at 804-598-5670.

brief and are recorded for folks who can't join on that day and time. Podcasts (audio only) are posted on Westmoreland VCE webpage and YouTube video recordings can be found at https://www.youtube. com/ playlist?list=PL7_2QUVzrPXDpYsV2HY11CH8KBrluifyO. Contact Stephanie Romelczyk (sromelcz@vt.edu) for information on joining the meeting live. Watched or listened to VCE AG Today? Let us know how we are doing! Find our survey here: https://vce.az1. qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6fiYBb914AYRdn7.

The Cumberland County Branch NAACP would love for the public to join us at the Bright Hope Center in Cumberland from noon to 6 p.m., with some special friends (to include good food and treats with Smokin' Ice Chef Earl Lee and the wonderful FreshGirlz Club; and fun and enlightenment with many of our community partners)! Call or text 804-909-0049 for more information.

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

Farmers Market at Tavern 19 is open from 9 a.m. to noon every Saturdays through October on the grounds of Independence Golf Course, 600 Founders Bridge Blvd, Midlothian, VA 23113. The new Farmers Market at Tavern 19 is a grower’s market, featuring farm fresh seasonal produce, grass fed meats, fruits and berries, honey, baked goods, value added products and select artisan crafts. Independence Golf Course is the ideal setting for a farmers market – it’s a park-like setting with plenty of parking and grass covered by large shade trees. The market has free Wi-Fi, a stage, electricity, food provided by Tavern 19, picnic tables, live music, kid’s activities and more! Come grab some dinner and stock up for the week on fresh local products! For more information, visit https://rvagriculture.org/.

The Christian Motorcyclists Association Powhatan chapter Living Wheels will meet at 6 p.m. at Company 4 Fire station at the intersection of Route 711 and Judes Ferry Road. Find out what they have been doing, and where their next ride or event will be. For more information call Tom Barnes at 804-690-4884 or Mark Lewis at 804432-1831.

Monday, June 20

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The Free Clinic of Powhatan is offering walk-in medical appointments for active current patients from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on the first and third Mondays of the month at the clinic at 2320 Skaggs Road. No appointment necessary. For more information, contact 804-5985637. 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.

Tuesday, June 21

The Powhatan County Democratic Committee will meet from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the large conference room of the Powhatan County Library on the following dates: June 21 and July 26.

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Farm Tire Recycling Day set for June 25 Contributed Report Often tractor tires semi-tires, and other off-road vehicle tires are accepted for a fee at county recycling facilities or not accepted at passenger vehicle tire amnesty days. If you are willing to travel to a recycling center, the cost can add up very quickly. After their useful life, some people may be interested in re-purposing them for flower planters or climbing obstacles for children or goats, but after that they can become a huge pollutant on local farms. Do you have tires sitting around your farm? If so, mark your calendar for Saturday, June 25. The Powhatan Extension Office is offering a Farm Tire Recycling Day with support from the Powhatan Anti-litter Council and Powhatan Farm Bureau for agriculture producers to recycle farm tires. The tires that will be accepted are:

tractor tires, semi-truck tires, mud terrain tires, ATV/UTV tires, passenger vehicle tires. Tires must be clean and off rims. Tires accepted as space permits. If you would like to get text updates (morning of June 25) on the status of space for additional tires, register here: https://www.remind.com/join/agtires. Agriculture producers only may drop off tires from 8 to 10 a.m. (limit two per resident - oversized tractor tires). The general public drop-off time is from 10 a.m. to noon (limit 10 per resident – up to 22.5-inch tires). You must be a Powhatan resident to participate in this free event - no commercial businesses. This event will take place at a private property located 2651 Dorset Meadow Drive, Powhatan. Submitted by the Powhatan Extension Oﬃce.

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Just Kids opens for business

PHOTO BY LAURA MCFARLAND

Just Kids, an affordable clothing shop selling gently used children’s clothes, sizes newborn to 8 plus, had its official opening June 7. Moving forward, the store will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. The shop is located in the Memorial Baptist Church Youth House, 3926 Old Buckingham Road. Just Kids is a ministry of May Memorial Baptist Church. Clothes cost $2 per bag. Above, volunteers Sandra Cowles, left, and Pat Cover restock the racks.

Delegate named a recipient Simmons and Barfield wed of 2022 Free Enterprise Award

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Contributed Report Del. Lee Ware, R-65, is one of three legislators, from among 140 legislators in the entire General Assembly, to be named recipient of a 2022 “Free Enterprise Award” by the Virginia Chamber of Commerce. “This award recognizes Del. Ware for his support for the principals and initiatives outlined in the Chamber’s long-term economic development plan, ‘Blueprint Virginia 2030,’” said Barry DuVal, president and CEO of the Virginia Chamber. The presentations were made at a chamber luncheon in May. Sen. George Barker and Ware’s close friend, Del. Israel O’Quinn, were named Legislator of the Year for the Senate and House of Delegates, respectively. Two other legislators joined Ware in receiving “Free Enterprise Awards”: Sen. Scott Surovell and Del. Carrie

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public. On Thursday, July 7 at 1 p.m., AWARE Wildlife will appear at Flat Rock Elementary School. Meet animal friends from this local wildlife rescue organization. Contact Powhatan County Public Library at 804-598-5670.

Reach for Active Services offers private technology assistance sessions to Powhatan residents (55 & forward) by reservation. Located at the Powhatan Library conference room bring your device for handson learning; call or email to reserve a time slot. Now filling reservations for Friday, July 8. Contact the program coordinator at 804-698-0438 or RAServices.PVA@gmail.com. Graceland Baptist Church will hold a Vacation Bible School Day Camp the week of July 11 to 15. The camp will be held from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. It is open to first through sixth graders. The camp is free. Children need to bring their own lunch. There will be games, crafts, Bible stories, etc.

The Powhatan County Public Library Adult Summer Reading Program will the second of two summer movie nights! Join us on Tuesday, July 12 for a viewing of "Death on the Nile." The movie is PG-13 and runs from 4 to 6 p.m. Popcorn is on us! Registration is required. For details, contact Powhatan County Public Library at 804-598-5670 or library@ powhatanlibrary.net.

Attention Powhatan businesses and start-ups: The Capital Region Small Business Development Center team will be in Powhatan from 2 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, July 12 for business consultation sessions. These are FREE business resources and assistance to businesses of all life stages (start-up, existing and legacy). Sign up for your session at tinyurl.com/ PowhatanOfficeHours. Visit https://capitalregionvasbdc. com/.

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Morgan Simmons, of Powhatan (Class of 2005) and Eugene Barfield of Richmond (Class of 2006) wed on June 11, 2022, at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden in Glen Allen. Morgan and Eugene have been building their relationship since 2013 and were looking forward to sharing their special day with family and friends.

Coyner. “The Virginia Chamber of Commerce recognizes the vital role that state legislators play in the implementation of initiatives that foster economic development and job growth,” DuVall added. Ware is chairman of the House committee on Agriculture, Chesapeake, & Natural Resources (ACNR) and is a former chairman of the House committee on Finance. He remains a ranking member of the Finance committee, and he serves, too, on the crucial Commerce & Energy committee. Agriculture, by the way, remains the largest industry in Virginia in terms of gross domestic product. The sixth ranking member in the House, Ware represents the 65th House District consisting of western Chesterfield, all of Powhatan, and western and eastern Fluvanna counties.

Schools for the children’s summer reading program. The 2022 theme is “Oceans of Possibilities!” Participants are encouraged to attend summer reading events and check out books at the library. All programs at all locations are free and open to the public.

The popular performers, Mad Science, will appear twice at Flat Rock Elementary School on Thursday, July 14, first at 12:45 p.m. and later at 2 p.m. Join these mad scientists for a mind-boggling series of experiments in their new show: see CALENDAR, pg. 7

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mediately how much he missed working directly with students. “Two months in the central office and I really missed the kids, so I am excited to get back into a building, and particularly Powhatan. I am originally from the Richmond area, so I realize what a great school division Powhatan is,” he said. As teachers, parents and staff have met with Sumner, they came to believe that he would be fully engaged with the whole community, that he will fit in the school culture, and that he has a positive, calm, unflappable demeanor, said Tracie Omohundro, assistant superintendent for instruction. “Dr. Sumner has shared specific experiences around school discipline, unique programs like ‘bring a tractor to school’ and homecoming bonfires, as well as extracurricular activities that are important to the PHS school community,” she said. Sumner’s career has spanned Prince George and Nelson counties and the City of Colonial Heights. Most recently, he was the assistant principal of N.B. Clements Junior High School in Prince George and principal at Nelson County High School. In many ways, Sumner said his administrative career has focused on growth and improvement, and the last two years have helped him take a step back and take a more “people-centric approach.” “It was really building that capacity and pouring back into folks because it has been a rough couple years,” he said. “I know there are some things we are going to have to do. I know there are things constantly coming down from the state and you are constantly watching metrics and things like that, trying to move the needle forward. But at the end of the day, you can’t do it without people. “So I think coming back in, it is trying to build relationships, become a part of the community and invest in people,” he said. He added his goal is to help make Powhatan High School’s environment one where people are hired and never want to leave. As an administrator, Sumner said he prefers to hit problems head on and make sure communication and consistency are emphasized, as well as making sure supports are in place to get the desired outcomes. He pointed to behavior issues his high school was having when students came back from virtual into a hybrid setting, such as the “devious licks” TikTok trend that saw students vandalizing school property. “Quite honestly, the way we were able to address that in Nelson was hitting

it head on. We held folks accountable. We involved the Commonwealth’s attorney. We ended up doing a second set of class meetings in October where we went through and had him talk about the legal implications of some of the actions to help raise some awareness,” Sumner said. “We got parents involved in the process and we just addressed the behaviors, “Whether it was addressing it through school means, financial restitution or however we needed to, it did help to clean it up pretty quickly. From November until about March, we really didn’t have much discipline at all to speak of,” he added. Sumner said he has been working with outgoing PHS principal Michelle Martin and already meeting staff and students to get to know the school better. “Everybody has been fantastic – super nice and very welcoming. I have gotten messages from staff and students about them being excited about me being there and looking forward to working with me,” Sumner said. “It has been an awesome experience so far, and I can only imagine it is going to get better.” Isabella Worrell Worrell worked 18 years in classrooms as a reading specialist and third grade teacher in first Goochland and then Chesterfield counties before coming to Powhatan in 2008 to join the administration team with PCPS. She was an assistant principal at Powhatan Elementary for four years, held the same role at Flat Rock Elementary for five years, and returned to the position at Powhatan Elementary for the last five years. After Tanja Atkins-Nelson announced her retirement, Worrell said she decided to apply to become Flat Rock’s new principal because it felt like a natural progression in her career. On top of that, because she was returning to a school where she had worked for five years, it felt like a “joy to go back to a place that was one of your homes.” “I think it is very interesting because I am following Tanja, who has been phenomenal and opened that building,” Worrell said “For Flat Rock to have a transition of leadership after 14 years, that is huge for them. But I think what will ease that fact is people know me. There are certainly a lot of parents and staff who know me. “I felt very welcomed when the announcement was made. I was literally answering texts and emails until 11 p.m. that night. It was so sweet. That does a heart good,” she added, still obviously touched as she showed a video of the cheers she received when she was announced as the school’s new principal. Cheryl Thomas, director of elemen-

C R I M E R E P O RT Arrests One male was charged on May 31 with contempt of court. One male was charged on May 31 with surety capias. One male was charged on May 31 with driving a motor vehicle while intoxicated (Misdemeanor). One female was charged on May 31 with trespassing (M) and petty larceny. One male was charged on June 1 with contempt of court. One male was charged on June 1 with contempt of court. One female was charged on June 1 with petty larceny (M). One female was charged on June 3 with petty larceny (M). One male was charged on June 3 with petty larceny (M). One female was charged on June 3

with petty larceny (M). One male was charged on June 3 with petty larceny (M). One male was charged on June 3 with petty larceny (M). One male was charged on June 4 with petty larceny (M). One female was charged on June 5 with petty larceny (M). One female was charged on June 5 with petty larceny (M). One female was charged on June 6 with petty larceny (M) and driving a motor vehicle while intoxicated (M). One female was charged on June 6 with assault and battery-simple (M). One male was charged on June 6 with trespassing (M). One male was charged on June 6 with trespassing (M).

Incident report for May 30 to June 5 - Incident type & total calls Advice Animal calls Assist Attempt to locate Child welfare Civil CPR Damaged property Disabled vehicle Disorder/disturbance Domestic Drugs Fingerprints Fireworks Fraud

31 29 7 3 1 1 1 4 12 6 5 1 1 1 3

Gunshot calls Hit and run Investigation Larceny Lockout Lost property Loud music MVAs Noise Pd alarm Phone threat Project lifesaver Psychiatric Pursuit Reckless driver

tary education, said Worrell has such strong educational knowledge and an invaluable 14 years of experience with PCPS, including her years of experience with Flat Rock. She praised Worrell’s service to her schools and the relationships she has built in her time working and living in Powhatan. Worrell will bring a wide range of experience to Flat Rock and has shown a willingness to work with the teachers, PTOs and parents to help guide how the team as a whole should move forward and “create a vision together.” Worrell said her leadership style is focused on building relationships with the staff, students and parents. One of the biggest opportunities she is excited about is to see the trend of students going out on field trips, celebrations being held, and parents coming back in the school to participate in events with the students continuing in force next school year.

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“It is kind of an overused phrase – it takes a village – but it really does,” she said. She added she plans to have an opendoor policy, so parents should feel free to call or email both about concerns or praise regarding things going on at Flat Rock Elementary. “I want to know all of it. They are a huge part of the big picture.” Recognizing that a major focus of the school year that just ended has been on making up some of the learning loss experienced by students during the COVID-19 pandemic, Worrell said she looked at recent scores last week and saw students are making good progress. At the same time, like every year, there will be a continued focus on helping students do better, which she will oversee in her new role with Flat Rock students. Laura McFarland may be reached at Lmcfarland@powhatantoday.com.

CHURCH DIRECTORY

St. Luke’s Episcopal Church

SUNDAYS 8:00 AM in person service in the church 10:30 AM in person service in the church (livestreamed) www.stlukespowhatan.org All are Welcome For more information visit www.stlukespowhatan.org Route 711 at Three Bridge Road 794-6953

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

Worship Service at 10:00 AM Meeting at 2375 Skaggs Road, Powhatan. ECCPCA.ORG

598-8844

Genito Presbyterian Church

Sunday School 10 AM Worship Service 11 AM Pastor John Engle 603-933-0141 3540 Old Buckingham Rd. www.pmchurch.net

372-9074

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

Providence Presbyterian Church

“Worshiping and Witnessing in Western Powhatan since 1825”

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

Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Wednesday Night 7:30 p.m. Worship Service 11:00 am All Are Welcome! 3308 Pleasants Road, 598-4970 1/4 mile off of Route 711 Located 1950 Ridge Road Russ Cress, Pastor (Rt. 627) 598-0733

2020 Red Lane Road Powhatan, VA 23139

1801 Huguenot Trail Sunday Worship 10am Bryan M. Holt, Pastor 804-378-3607

www.EmmausChristianChurch.org https://www.facebook.com/2emmaus/

Rev. Walter G. Lewis, Pastor Living As Christ’s Disciples Within Our Hearts and Beyond Our Doors 2253 Rosson Rd.

Just off Rt. 13 in the Village

598-4438

Worship: 8:30 & 10:30am

www.powhatanumc.us Weekday Preschool (ages 2-5) 598-6090

Mount Calvary Baptist Church Pastor, Larry B. Collins Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:30 p.m. Office 804-598-2398

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2910 Genito Rd. Powhatan, VA

St. John Neumann Catholic Church Meeting Sundays in Farmville, Fork Union, Midlothian, Powhatan and Online. Visit pccwired.net for services times & locations. 598-1174 pccwired.net

Recovered property 1 School threat assessment 2 Sex offense 1 Shoplifting 10 Stolen vehicle 1 Suspicious 27 Traffic hazard 17 Traffic stop 59 Trespass 1 Unknown emergency 20 Vandalism 2 Warrant service 4 Welfare check 5

Saturday - 5 p.m. Sunday - 8:30 a.m. & 11 a.m. 598-3754 www.sjnpowhatan.org Located behind Flat Rock Village Shopping Center

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PHOTOS BY LAURA McFARLAND

Powhatan’s Summer Reading Program Kickoff Party was a busy success with more than 200 people of all ages registering at the June 7 event. Shown clockwise from top left: volunteers Gunner Buzzard and Katie Rabas give free books to Taylor and Harper Westby while mom Jami watches; library staff help register 6-year-old Bentley Toskes, who came to the party with his grandmother, Florence Toskes; Evan Ford, 9, shows off his new book with mom Hope; the Powhatan High School Marching Band performs in front of the library to welcome visitors; PHS National English Honor Society members volunteered at the party, including handing out pizza; pizza was very much enjoyed by Madisyn Haynie, 7, Emrie Crawley, 5, Lauryn Haynie, 4, and Jax Crawley, 3; the Burgos family; the Buchholz family, and (below) Lauren Rachels attends with her children, Walker, 1, and C.J., 3.

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credibly heartwarming and exciting, especially after two years of COVID, to see so many children turn out to sign up for summer reading, to celebrate summer reading, to receive free books, and just to come together in community,” she continued. During the 90-minute kickoff party, the library registered 178 children, 17 teenagers and 13 adults for their respective summer reading programs, Blankman said. Those kinds of early numbers bode well for the summer ahead, which will include weekly craft and story times and a number of performers who will be putting on great shows. “I think so many of us are eager for normality and hungry for it, particularly children. When you think about two years in a child’s life, that is a lot longer than it is in an adult’s life. Their world got closed down at a time when it should have been getting bigger, so I think for them it is incredibly important that they are able to participate fully in these kinds of events again,” Blankman said. After most of the people had registered and eaten, families gathered around the fireplace in the library to hear Pocahontas Elementary principal Tom Sulzer read Ross Burach’s “I am not a Chair” and Mo Willems’ “Leonardo the Terrible Monster.” He said he was honored to be the guest reader for the kickoff party and happy to see so many children already in the library so soon after the school year ended. “The more times kids spend with books in their hands, the better off they are,” he said. “They build their vocabulary, they build their fluency, they build their comprehension. It doesn’t matter to me what they are reading over the summer just as long as they are reading.” He added he thinks it is important for parents to continue reading to their children over the summer to take the place of teachers who may be reading to them books that are on or slightly

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above their level “so they are challenging them, they are exposing them to new vocabulary, they are exposing them to different concepts.” Elizabeth Buchholz of Powhatan attended the kickoff party with her husband and three children. The first-time participants said the party may be the only event they can attend this summer because it took place in the evening, after they got off work, but they are registered and are excited about a summer of reading. “Reading is very important to our family. We love books, so that is why we came out to instill in them a love of reading as well,” she said, adding they are regular visitors to the library and read most nights. Daughter Rory Buchholz, 8, said she loves reading, especially “Dory Fantasmagory” books. “There is super fun stuff and silly stuff I like to read.” Kristyn Haynie of Powhatan brought her children, Madisyn, 7, and Lauryn, 4, to sign up for the program. Also first-time participants in a summer reading program, she is hoping the program will keep them engaged and incentives such as picking up weekly beads at the library for a necklace they were given will make them want to come back and read more. “This is really important. We want them to continue reading because we believe that good reading comprehension helps in all subjects,” she said.

CHURCH DIRECTORY

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

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

2095 Red Lane Road

2390 Emmanuel Church Road 804-372-9254 www.newwalkbible.org Sunday Worship 10:00 AM Sunday School 9:00 AM Bible Study Wed. 7:00 PM

Holly Hills Baptist Church www.HollyHillsBaptist.org

(Independent Bible Believing)

Randy Blackwell, Pastor Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting 7:30 p.m.

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

1/2 mile off Rt. 60 on Red Lane Road 804-598-2455 www.redlanebaptist.org Small Group Classes Worship Service

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

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

Muddy Creek BAPTIST CHURCH Baptist Church MOUNT ZION

Rev. Bryan Stevens, Pastor 10 a.m. – Worship Service 8:30 a.m. – Church School

Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Worship - 11 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study & Prayer Service - 7:00 p.m. Pastor Jeff Beard, MA, MBA 3470 Trenholm Road www.muddycreekbaptist.org

9:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m.

Dr. James Taylor, Pastor

Hollywood

2591 Ridge Road Powhatan, Virginia 23139 804-598-2051

Graceland Baptist Church Dr. Ronald Wyatt, Jr., Pastor

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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 Vern Gilmer, Pastor

Service times are 8:30 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. Worship online at 10:15 a.m.

2202 Old Church Road www.powhatanbaptist.org

“Your Community Church” 2901 Judes Ferry Road Powhatan, Va 23139 804-379-8223

Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. Morning Service at 11:00 a.m. Bible Study Every Wednesday Night at 6:30 p.m. 3964 Old Buckingham Road

Sundays 10:00 a.m. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 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

FIRST ANTIOCH BAPTIST CHURCH

Sunday 10am, 11am & 6pm Wednesday 7pm

3920 MAIDENS RD., POWHATAN

804-598-2301

Evening Bible Study 7:00 p.m.

Brad Russell, Pastor 598-4241

Family Worship Center

598-2763

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

Contemporary – 9:00 a.m. Sunday School – 9:45 a.m. Worship – 11 a.m. Children’s Worship – 11 a.m. Praise & Worship – 6 p.m. Lighthouse Youth – Wed. 5:30 p.m. Bible Study – Wed. 6:30 p.m. Children’s Worship (all ages) – Wed. 6:30 p.m. Miracles of God Sp. Needs Service: 2 p.m. the 2nd Sat. of each month 598-3481 • 975 Dorset Road www.gracelandbc.org

Travis L. Keith- Pastor Church Office: 794.7054 1530 Cook Road (Rt. 636)

www.glbcpva.org

Just Across from South Creek Shopping Center!

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Supervisors approve Beldale Solar project to move forward By Laura McFarland Managing Editor

POWHATAN – The Powhatan County Board of Supervisors paved the way for the addition of another solar facility in the county with the approval in May of a conditional use permit for Beldale Solar. The board approved the conditional use permit (CUP) in a split 3-2 vote at its May 23 meeting. Chair Mike Byerly, who represents District 3; Steve McClung, District 2, and Karin Carmack, District 5, voted to approve the CUP, while David Williams, District 1, and Bill Cox, voted against. The solar facility will take up 350 acres on a much larger grouping of properties consisting of 2,942 acres about 1 mile north of the 5000 block of Anderson Highway along the western edge of Cartersville Road in western Powhatan County. The company previously came before the supervisors at their March 28 for a substantial accord appeal that passed in the same 3-2 split vote. The board’s decision then was not an approval of the solar farm itself but an appeal of the planning commission decision earlier that month to find Beldale Solar was not in substantial accord with the 2021 Comprehensive Plan. When the

company won the appeal and went back before the planning commission on May 9 to have its CUP case heard, the commissioners voted 3-2 in favor of recommending it. Both in the presentation made by Beldale representatives and some of the board comments, a number of comments were made about the many concessions the company made and the amount of time its staff put in to work with the county, surrounding neighbors and others to address concerns and put forward the best possible project. A great deal of emphasis by supporters was placed on 14 new and six enhanced conditions added to the CUP (bringing the total to 35 conditions) to address concerns about buffers, protection of wetlands, erosion and sediment control, construction traffic and protection against future solar facilities on the property. The only questions about the project came from Cox, who wanted more details on the fencing and natural buffers meant to block the facility from view; wanting the decommissioning of all materials related to the facility at the end of its use, and concerns about the erosion and sediment control, which he said would not be sufficient. Four people spoke during the public hearing on the project in support of the project.

In a related matter, the board then approved a siting agreement with Beldale Solar in a 4-0-1 vote with Cox abstaining. Other business handled at the meeting included: Byerly announced a new policy stating that any presentations or documents anyone wants displayed on the large monitors during meetings must be submitted to county administration at least 48 hours before the meeting to give staff time to format and prepare them for display. Those items will be added as an addendum to the meeting agenda and sent to the other supervisors “so that there is full disclosure and transparency for the meeting.” He said it would take effect after that night’s meeting. When asked by Cox about setting policies like this, county attorney Tom Lacheney said the “chairman is tasked with the responsibility of running the orderly flow of the meeting.” However, it could be overruled by three votes. Cox said this policy would “limit the ability of the public to see what is going on” and said it is part of an ongoing effort to stop supervisors from making things clear to the public. Williams agreed with Cox that since handouts would see SUPERVISORS, pg. 7

PHOTOS BY LAURA McFARLAND

Scenes from the Rotary Club of Powhatan’s Field of Honor, held June 10, included, clockwise from top left, the crowd standing during the playing of patriotic music; a Presentation of the Colors by the Powhatan Sheriff’s Office; the Rev. Darnell Carruthers offering a special prayer; Pinckey Sowers of Powhatan taking photos of her grandchildren, Aiden and Ellie, next to a flag she purchased in memory of her fatherin-law and in honor of her son; Donna Schultz and Karen DiNardi, both of Powhatan, looking at names on the Global War on Terror Memorial Flag, and the crowd standing for the Pledge of Allegiance

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… I had heard people say it is a moving experience, but to actually be here and see it is a whole different thing,” he said. The event was also a fundraiser for the civic organization that funded two $2,500 scholarships, which were awarded to Isabella Boggs and Joel Messer, the children of Powhatan first responders. All other proceeds will go back into the community through the events and organizations Rotary supports. While the flags were on display for several days for people to visit, organizers wanted to have a special ceremony to do it justice. The opening ceremony held Friday night included a message from keynote speaker Del. Lee Ware, R-65, who thanked Rotary for bringing Field of Honor to Powhatan, calling it a “tapestry of lives that you have furnished an outsized canvas to celebrate.” Ware talked about the men and women honored through the flags, who come from all walks of life but are united in the fact that they are a “solemn testimony to lives which themselves were signposts to others.” “It is a field of honor, but let me assert, too, it is a field of hope. The heroes we acknowledge and recognize give us this conviction. Their actions, their words, their very existent and the way they live revives, re-

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Sharon Lebron, left, sings the National Anthem; James Howard speaks about the Global War on Terror Memorial Flag he brought to the event.

kindles our hope,” Ware said. He added he posted two flags, one to his great-greatgrandfather, a veteran, and another to his high school French teacher because of the impact he had on his life. The crowd also heard from James Howard, the creator of the Global War on Terror Memorial Flag, which he brought to display in the field. The “flag” is made up dog tags bearing the names of 7,065 service members who have lost their lives since Sept. 11, 2001 (as of September 2021). “It reminds us of the price of freedom and what it takes to live under this one flag in this

country,” he said, adding Veterans and Athletes United (VAU) is working on constructing a second flag that can be taken to events. Other special moments included a prayer from the Rev. Darnell Carruthers; Sharon Lebron singing the National Anthem; a Presentation of the Colors by the Powhatan Sheriff’s Office; a playing of “Taps” on the bagpipes, and brief messages from sheriff Brad Nunnally, flag runner Donna Schultz, and Jim Napier, president of Napier ERA. After the ceremony, the field was transformed into a lively concert venue by the

music of KOS Band for Village Vibe. The Powhatan Chamber of Commerce will hold its final Village Vibe concert of 2022 on June 24, featuring the Jangling Rhineharts. The event is free

and open to the public. Gates open at 6 p.m. and the music begins at 7 p.m. Laura McFarland may be reached at Lmcfarland@powhatantoday.com.

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Cancer survivors offer message of hope By Laura McFarland Managing Editor

“I won’t do you wrong,” I assured Rose Tyler as she sat across from me on one side of the football field of Midlothian High School. “You better not,” the 95-year-old Powhatan resident warned with a knowing glint in her eye. I couldn’t blame her. Sharing the story of what was probably one of the most difficult times of her life – battling and beating breast cancer twice – with a complete stranger takes a leap of faith. Sure, the setting – the Relay for Life South of the James event held jointly by Powhatan and Chesterfield teams Saturday – and my position with the Powhatan Today may have eased some of the uncertainty. But talking about such a personal thing can’t be easy by any stretch of the imagination, much less with someone you have known for a matter of minutes. Talking about her story, we only scratched the surface, and she said as much. “You don’t want to know,” she said with a coy smile reminiscent of the Mona Lisa. She had just shared with me her initial reaction to being diagnosed with breast cancer in 1992. Doctors at the time told her she would not live longer than five years. Told she was dying, she got busy living, including going on a

vacation to Oklahoma and going on a hefty shopping spree and spending like there was no tomorrow – and probably part of her worried that there might not be one. “Somebody tells you that you are going to die in five years, you’re going to try to get those five years in there,” she exclaimed. But Mrs. Tyler beat the odds doctors gave her then and beat them again when she was diagnosed with breast cancer for a second time in 2008. She said there was no accompanying shopping trip with the second diagnosis. “I was older and had more sense,” she said. Of course, Mrs. Tyler’s victory over cancer wasn’t without cost – she lost both breasts to the disease. But she survived and was there this weekend at Relay, inspiring others who may be facing that same fight and demonstrating that odds are made to be beaten. Mrs. Tyler first drew my attention during the moments leading up to the Survivor Lap. Pat Johnson, the event lead, had survivors divide up by the amount of time since they first heard those dreaded words, “You have cancer.” The first line of people was the group who had been diagnosed within the last year. Pat acknowledged that it might be their first lap as a survivor and that couldn’t be an easy thing to do. But that’s OK, she told them.

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still be allowed, not having something on the screen for the audience to see would only cut off access to the public getting information. Carmack took an opposing view, saying having something in the packet that the public can view ahead of time and other supervisors can vet “is far more transparent” than recent meetings with impromptu presentations with lag times getting them ready and no one having had the chance to review them ahead of time. McClung agreed with Carmack’s comments. In a segue from the concept of “orderly flow of the meeting,” Cox brought up what he said was an “illegal public meeting” being held before the 6:30 p.m. meeting. He had tried to have the topic added to the meeting as an official agenda item but only Williams supported the motion. The earlier meeting, part of an ongoing schedule of what has been described as a “staff update meeting” to offer a chance for the supervisors to meet with county staff members, had crossed that boundary into actual discussions about board business with three or more board members present, he said. Lacheney said he had concerns because no minutes or agendas had been prepared for the staff board meetings, so “technically they are not in compliance with open meeting requirements.” He said the media also needs to be notified, which did not happen. County administrator Ned Smither pointed out these staff update meetings had been going on for 18 months with Cox and other board members attending. Williams said he hasn’t been receiving notifications pointing out who would be speaking and agreed if it was going to be an official meeting before the official meeting, they needed to be clear about it. What is usually a quick vote on the consent agenda – the approval of the minutes – at the May 23 meeting

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“We have hope – hope in all of the participants who are gathered here to support you,” she said before having them turn and look at the second line of people – those who had been diagnosed anywhere from one to five years ago. “If ever there were a symbol of hope that cancer will be defeated, you are looking at the faces of that hope right now,” Pat told the first group “Just take a moment and let that sink in. Cancer is

After giving an overview of the proposal, Schardein answered questions about the options moving forward, including moving forward with looking at the PPEA, applying for SMART Scale funding, using Central Virginia Transportation Authority funds to have the county pay for the project, or other options. Schardein said staff would keep working on the issue. After a brief discussion, the board unanimously approved a request from Colony Land Investmetns LLC to rezone 18 acres of land located at the end of South Creek One adjoining one parcel to the east of the Colony Construction asphalt plant addressed at 1890 South Creek One from Commerce Center (CC) to Heavy Industrial (I-2). The applicant is making this request to construct an office and clarify existing on-site storage associated with adjoining asphalt plant. The board approved an amendment to the zoning ordinance regarding nonconforming structures, to add a section clarifying the regulations for adaptive reuse of nonconforming structures. This amendment will allow property owners of nonconforming structures to more easily renovate and utilize their properties provided there is a conforming use. This amendment clarifies the regulatory framework in which an abandoned nonconforming building can be re-used and occupied by conforming uses. The board had a lengthy discussion on this issue before it ultimately passed in a 4-1 vote with only Williams voting against. The board unanimously approved an amendment to the zoning ordinance adding a child day care center to the conditional uses in the Light Industrial District (I-1). Lacheney asked for and received a “head nod” to give him permission to petition the Powhatan Circuit Court to add a special election to the November General Election to fill the Commonwealth’s attorney seat after Richard Cox retires Aug. 1.

partner with Powhatan County Public Schools for the children’s summer reading program. The 2022 theme is “Oceans of Possibilities!” Participants are encouraged to attend summer reading events and check out books at the library. All programs at all locations are free and open to the public. The library will wrap up the children’s summer reading program on Thursday, July 28 at 6 p.m. at the library. Celebrate the end of summer reading with a free pizza dinner generously provided by PCPS elementary school PTOs. Contact Powhatan County Public Library at 804-598-5670.

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Rose Tyler, 95, of Powhatan survived breast cancer twice. She participated in Saturday’s Relay for Life South of the James event, bringing hope to other survivors.

devolved into an almost 35-minute long discussion. At the heart of the matter were requests by Cox and Williams to have more detail – either in a more descriptive retelling of comments made during the meeting or documents added as an appendix – in the minutes. Carmack asserted the minutes are supposed to be general in nature and people who want more detail can still go watch the full meeting. Byerly supported her argument. Also pulled off the consent agenda was an item to authorize Smither to execute agreements with Dewberry Engineers Inc., Draper Aden Associates, Dunbar, and Timmons Group for architectural and engineering services on an as-needed basis, pending contract review by the county attorney. Cox initially argued the county has been doing fine without such an agreement, but Smither said there have been delays on projects while waiting to retain these services. He said the county won’t be charged until staff actually reaches out to ask for a company’s services. When asked, Lacheney said he originally had concerns but he redrafted the whole agreement, which is what was before the board. The board then unanimously approved the motion. Bret Schardein, assistant county administrator, gave the board an update related to the proposed eastern convenience center. The county previously choose to utilize the Public-Private Education Facilities and Infrastructure Act of 2002 (PPEA) process to solicit bids from the private sector on how to best accomplish the county’s goals. In the county’s request for proposals (RFP), it requested proposals that would construct a new eastern convenience center, construct all or some of the Carter Gallier Boulevard extension and facilitate commercial or light industrial development in the vicinity. The county received one proposal, from Branchway Development.

time! On Adventure Island we’ll explore the stories of familiar Bible characters from the Old and New Testaments and see how they were connected with God. We’ll also talk about how our connection with God brings the invitation to shine God’s light in the rest of our world. After the conclusion of the final session, join us for dinner and fun on the May Memorial grounds at 6 p.m. July 21. Our VBS students will share what they’ve learned throughout the week, and we’ll all celebrate God’s light together! You can register for Vacation Bible School now at https://www. maymemorialchurch.org/vbs-2022 or in person the morning of July 18.

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not an easy journey, but when the road is long, think about this – this moment and these faces looking back at you right now. This is what hope looks like. These faces and these people are proof that cancer can be defeated.” It went on like that, with one group turning to the next, silently witnessing a shared bond – that of having faced cancer – a bond none of them sought or wanted but didn’t shy away from as they walked the track for that Survivor Lap, not splintering off but staying in those groups, even if only for a few minutes. Those there to participate in Relay lined the track and cheered them as they passed. Waiting patiently under the punishing afternoon sun in the minutes leading up to the start of the first lap, Mrs. Tyler held the sign for her group, 10 to 15 years, part of the larger group of survivors of 10 years or more that Pat called the “ultimate source of hope for all of the fellow survivors.” Speaking to me later while sitting with her team members from Unity Community Church, Mrs. Tyler said she felt proud to be among her fellow survivors, whom she enjoyed meeting, and expressed the hope that “maybe I would give them courage that there is hope after all. … A lot of people think once they have cancer that that’s the end, but I am a survivor.” Laura McFarland may be reached at Lmcfarland@powhatantoday.com.

Do you enjoy talking with people? The Free Clinic of Powhatan is looking for volunteers to work at the Front Desk. Duties include greeting & checking in patients, scheduling new appointments, answering the phone, coordinating with other volunteers to insure smooth daily operations, and other projects as needed. If this opportunity appeals to you, contact Betsy Blandford, Volunteer Coordinator, Free Clinic of Powhatan (804)-380-1270 or visit the freeclinicofpowhatan.org and click on the About Us button and follow to Volunteers. There you will find the online volunteer registration forms and further information about the Free Clinic. see CALENDAR, pg. 8

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Village Vibe offers community an entertaining night out PHOTOS BY LAURA MCFARLAND

The Powhatan h t Chamber Ch b off Commerce held its second Village Vibe Concert of 2022 on June 10, featuring KOS Band. The concert followed the opening ceremony for Field of Honor, which provided a beautiful backdrop to the community night out.

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emony toward the end of the night that saw people walking past a seemingly endless line of illuminated bags dedicated in memory or in honor of a loved one. There are also funny moments, like when a large crowd of people joined in to learn line dances or do calisthenics or the laughs shared as they visited different teams’ tents along the way. With a good turnout, excellent fundraising and a great deal of heart, organizers of this year’s event called it a wonderful success. Relay for Life, now in its third year, combines the efforts of teams from Powhatan and Chesterfield counties, although people from other localities have been participating as well, said Stephanie Pugh, the event’s American Cancer Society staff partner. “Our event leadership team has done an outstanding job bringing everything together. Our dedicated teams and our community supporters also make it outstanding through their participation and donations,” she said. This year, 23 teams participated in the event and have worked together to

raise $85,362.85 as of Sunday toward the group’s $100,000 goal, according to Pat Johnson, event lead. At least $30,000 of that was from corporate sponsorships, she pointed out, which is a huge part of their success and wholly appreciated. This year’s theme, “Be a Superhero,” made for some fun moments, whether it was games or seeing participants in costumes such as, Superman, Star Wars characters or plenty of caped crusaders walking the track. Cancer survivor Patti Hatfield of Powhatan was tasked with lighting the Relay torch during the opening ceremony. She fully embraced the superhero theme, putting her own pink spin on it, complete with a tutu, cape and tiara. The longtime participant, who survived breast cancer, said she sees Relay as an opportunity to walk and fight for people going through cancer now and honoring those who have come before. “I am proud to be here and proud to see everybody here. It is a big honor to see all these people out here – what they represent and what they are here for,” she said. Rising Powhatan High

Hello Everyone, It’s me again Patrick. I still haven’t had any visitors and am wondering if anyone is out there for me. I wasn’t taken care of in my previous home, as when I was found I was emaciated, and all alone. I was so lucky to have been found by some wonderful people and being brought here saved my life. I started wondering what I did to deserve that type of treatment, but now I am happy and healthy and starting to wonder if I will ever find my home. I can be a little funny, and crazy at times, but once I get that energy out I just lay back. I know that someone out there is looking for a fur babe just like me, but I guess they haven’t come across my bio yet, So If you could kindly pass the word around to family, friends or rescues, I would greatly appreciate it. I would like to add also that I am now neutered, up to date on shots, and microchipped. If you would like to schedule a meet and greet please call 804-598-5672 and the staff will be happy to assist you.

School junior Tyler Atchison also embraced the theme, dressing as Spiderman. It had been many years since he came to a Relay event, and attending with other members of the PHS Leftovers Club, which he is now president of, was truly inspiring, he said. The club does different fundraisers throughout the year to raise money for the American Cancer Society, including the Mr. PowhatPHOTO BY LAURA McFARLAND an competition, the Color- Above, several Relay for Life participants embraced this year’s theme, ‘Be A-Cure Fun Run/Walk, a Superhero,’ by coming in costume. and the Block Out Cancer Volleyball tournament. “When I was 4, I lost my grandfather to cancer, and I want to do as much as I can to make sure there are not kids who grow up without a grandfather,” he said. Darlene Massenburg of Powhatan, said she joined other members of the Unity Community Church because she lost her father to cancer and has had cousins PHOTOS BY LAURA McFARLAND face it as well. She liked the exercise around the Top left, before the track and the camaraderie Survivor Lap, survivors with everyone who came were divided up by out to participate with a years since diagnosis shared goal. and challenged to look “I feel great and am to those who came glad that I could be a part before for inspiration of it,” she said. and courage; learning With the 2022 Relay for line dances was one of Life event nearly finished the fun activities; volexcept for getting in the fiunteers are essential nal funds of the year, orgato the success of Relay nizers are already looking for Life; above, Patti ahead to 2023, when there Hatfield lit the torch are expected to be several during the opening openings on the leadership ceremony. team due to family commitments. Those interested may contact Stephanie Pugh at Stephanie.pugh@ cancer.org.

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Powhatan Food Pantry is currently seeking volunteer drivers who can pick up food from the local Food Lions on different days between 8:30 and 10 a.m. and transport them to the nonprofit at 2500 Batterson Road. Contact the pantry at 804-372-9526 or powhatanvafoodpantry@gmail.com.

The Friends of Powhatan County Public Library’s Bookshop is open during library hours and accepting donations again. The bookshop accepts books, movies, audiobooks, CDs, and magazines. Materials can be given to a library staff member or placed in the book shop corner (tuck them by the file cabinet in the back), which is at the end of the passageway once you come in the front door. Proceeds from the book sale are used for additional library programming.

The Powhatan County Cooperative Extension Master Gardener Help Desk is here for yet another growing season. Although office hours are reduced because of COVID-19 restrictions, the Help Desk is still ready and available. Email questions and detailed photos of your stricken plants to gpmastergardener@gmail.com and volunteers will try and find a solution for you. You can also directly call the Powhatan County Extension at 804-598-5640 and leave a message. The Help Desk will be in touch. If a real-life diagnosis or determination is needed, large plant samples including root, stem and leaves can be dropped off at the Powhatan County Extension’s office after consulting with Master Gardener volunteer. If you have plants/shrubs/ trees needing identification in your yard, or are new to the Powhatan or Goochland area, we also offer free one to two-hour site visits.

The Coalition of Powhatan Churches has available resources to help people who would like assistance in learning to manage their finances. If you know of anyone who needs or would like to have this service, or to get more information, call Robin Cupka at 804-8019851.

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 Powhatan Sheriff’s Office | Division Of Animal Control Phone: 804-598-5672 | Fax: 804-598-5109

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Jacob Pfab is a state champion By Robby Fletcher Sports Editor

istory always has a place for those who are the first to achieve. Nowhere on the list of accolades within Powhatan High School’s illustrious athletic history was there a boys singles state tennis champion. That is, until senior Jacob Pfab placed himself onto that list. Just a year after falling short in the VHSL Class 4 State Tennis Singles Championship match, Pfab found himself atop the mountain in his final run as a Powhatan player, running through the semifinals on the courts at Huntington Park in Newport News against E.C. Glass’ Spencer Knight with sets of 6-1, 6-4 and later in the title-winning match against Lightridge’s Sid Dabhade. In the final, Pfab only lost the opening game to Dabhade, then proceeded to win everything else the rest of the way for a 6-1, 6-0 victory. That score is misleading to just how close the

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Senior tennis player Jacob Pfab hits a backhand shot during the Class 4 State Semifinals for doubles at Huntington Park on June 9. Pfab won the singles state title two days later at Huntington Park after beating Lightridge’s Sid Dabhade 6-1, 6-0.

matches truly were between the two title-contenders, who had faced each other before in a tournament last season that Dabhade won 6-4, 6-1. This time though, Pfab

was prepared for Dabhade’s style of baseline shots and aggressive attempts at hitting winners. Pfab says with his speed, patience and endurance, he was able to extend

games and force Dabhade into getting aggressive and making mistakes, which proved to be a successful strategy. “That’s why I ended up winning that match,” he

said. “I played smart tennis and I made him make mistakes. I think I only hit four winners during that entire match.” The win serves as a true testament to Pfab’s mental

toughness to endure such long-winded games as it seemed from the very first serve that no point would be won easily. Starting things off, the two went on a 13-ball rally that went in Pfab’s favor, though Dabhade ultimately won that game. With multiple games coming down to hardfought rallies, Pfab was the one coming away with the wins and high-intensity break points to take games on the way to a 6-0 second set that ended with two games that were fully in Pfab’s favor, as he took every point and closed out the match with an ace. When Pfab delivered that match-winning ace, there was still that classic sense of calm that’s been a trademark of his time at Powhatan, as he gave a simple fist bump toward his coach, teammates and family in attendance, and walked off the court for the last time as a Powhatan Indian. Lee Kelley, who has coached Pfab all four years, is someone Pfab see PFAB, pg. 5B

Indians soccer season ends in states shootout By Robby Fletcher Sports Editor

t took 20 minutes of overtime play, a red card to a key player early in overtime and an intense eight-round penalty shootout for the Great Bridge Wildcats to gain an advantage, but after a riveting state quarterfinals matchup against the Powhatan boys soccer team, the Indians finally saw their historic season come to an end. In their first appearance in the Class 4 State Tournament since 1995, the Indians took on the Region 4A champion Wildcats at Kellum High School in Virginia Beach, on Tuesday, June 7 in a match that on paper had the Indians coming in as the road underdogs, but they played like a team that had no intention of ending the season early. While both sides had some close chances throughout the game, it was a true defensive battle, with neither team finding the net before the shootout. For most of the match, it felt like a game

where the first team to make a mistake would decide the outcome, but that never happened, with a lot of credit on Powhatan’s side going to the defensive efforts of guys like Carter Hubley, Paul Bonner, Keegan McCullough and Connor Nickerson. Once the game reached the shootout though, it was goalie Tucker Thomas who gave the Indians hope, saving three shots and nearly stopping two more to give the team a chance at a monumental postseason win. “He did everything in his ability to save us in that shootout,” head coach Willie Miles said. “I am so proud of him, and he earned that first team AllRegion status.” Despite an impeccable performance in net from Thomas, the Wildcats were able to get one more goal in for a 5-4 shootout victory, with Thomas coming mere inches from saving what would be the game-winning goal. The Indians saw two goals each from Nickerson and from junior Colton Hiatt during the

shootout. “I’m still so proud of how they went through eight rounds, they kept their composure,” Miles said. “It didn’t go our way and that’s life. It’s a team game and we just lift each other up, but my Lord, Tucker Thomas gave us the chances to make something happen.” Miles says the team prepared for a potential shootout situation as early as the regional quarterfinals, saying assistant coach Zachary York played a key role in preparing Thomas for as many shot types and angles as possible. “Going into this postseason run, even before states, we knew that we needed to prep for any situation,” Miles said. “I always tried my best to prep my guys to get in that moment, thrive in that moment and just take advantage of that moment.” The game had plenty of controversial moments leading up to that penalty shootout, with both sides seeing calls that changed the course of the game see SOCCER, pg. 2B

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Above, junior Colton Hiatt winds up for a penalty kick in a shootout against Great Bridge during the VHSL Class 4 State Quarterfinals held at Kellum High School on June 7. Hiatt scored two of Powhatan’s four goals during the shootout. Right, senior Parker Sloan makes a run down the sideline during the second half.

C&F C&F BankBank’s AthleteAthlete of the Week of the Week TENNIS ALL-STAR WHO: JACOB PFAB WHAT HE DID: For the second straight season, senior tennis star Jacob Pfab is a region champion. In fact, he won two titles this past week. Pfab cruised through the Region

4B singles tournament held at Mechanicsville High School with a veteran savvy, a deadly serve and a wide variety of shots that his opponents just couldn’t handle. In the title match, Pfab took down Hanover freshman Will Hart with a 6-1 opening set and a 6-4 closing set to take the region crown yet again. In the doubles bracket, Pfab

paired with freshman Jamison Wallace to again run through the bracket all the way to the final with Hanover, who had Hart and senior Ethan Belote on the opposite end of the court. Pfab did even better alongside his doubles partner, playing a key role to take down Hanover with two 6-2 sets for his second title of the day.

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Crump, Indians look ahead to softball team’s future Contributed Report For Powhatan Today

The Powhatan softball team had faced six games this season that were decided by one run, with the team winning four of those games. After facing King George in the Region 4B semifinals, that count went up to seven games, though this time the result would swing in the opposition’s favor. A 4-3 loss to King George in extra innings in that semifinal round of a very tough regional playoff run ended an exciting season for Powhatan. Finishing the season with a record of 16-6, the Lady Indians reached the semifinal round with a 7-0 win over Eastern View and followed that with a 6-2 win over perennial power Atlee in a game that spanned two days due to weather delays. Powhatan led the Raiders 1-0 going into the top of the fourth inning on Friday, May 27 before

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Left, senior Carsen Hogston rounds on third base after a hit in a match against Eastern View on May 25. Right, senior Payton George makes a throw to third base against Cosby on May 19.

thunderstorms suspended action. Powhatan traveled back to Atlee on Monday night and scored four more runs in the top of the fourth en route to a 6-2 win for a spot in the semis. Traveling to King George for the semi-final round on Tuesday, May 31, the Lady Indians traded runs and remained deadlocked

with the Foxes for eight innings before giving up the winning run in the ninth inning in the 4-3 loss. “Obviously we are disappointed with the loss to King George since we had several opportunities to win, but that loss certainly does not define this team and the progress and im-

provement we made through the course of the season,” head coach Marie Crump said. “We had only six returning players and several of them lacked a lot of varsity playing experience, so we were very young, both in age and experience.” While the Indians may have lacked varsity expe-

rience early in the year, they handled the new challenge well by making strides through practice and through in-game experience in a tough Dominion District. “We asked them to try to get a little better each day, and through a lot of hard work, they accomplished that,” Crump said.

“The returning players knew the level of competition we would be facing in the Dominion District, but some of the newer players had not competed at that level before so there was certainly a learning curve for the team. I’m very proud of the progress we made and see SOFTBALL, pg. 6B

PLL celebrates champs, aging out players Staff Reports Powhatan Today

With the seasons winding down with Powhatan Little League baseball, more and more teams have been able to take home championship trophies after hard-fought seasons. Just a week after the Powhatan Legends won their third consecutive Senior Division Championship, the PLL had multiple other teams find themselves victorious. In the Intermediate 50/70 league, the Irish capped off a perfect season to take home the championship trophy, while in the Majors, Arsenal and its team of up-and-coming ball players were at the top of their game to win it all. In the Coach Pitch Division, the Rockhounds also won it all. In the Minors Division, the Diamondbacks were victorious for a championship victory of their own. The PLL also had five players honored after aging out of the league: Charleigh Tomlin, Cyrus Dooley, Matthew Layman, Gradie Mingee, Hayden Stamp and Hayden Campbell. To find out more about Powhatan Little League, visit pllbaseball.com or visit their Facebook.

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completely. For Powhatan, it was a red card given to freshman forward James Davis just 30 seconds into the first overtime after Davis slid in for a stop near midfield that the referee considered a dirty play, despite Davis getting his foot on the ball before making contact with the player. While Miles and the Powhatan staff is still awaiting an appeal decision on their dispute of the card, the team had no choice but to play nine defenders back with senior Parker Sloan playing up as the lone forward. With Sloan getting extra attention from the Wildcat defenders all evening, who saw as many as three defenders once the ball touched his foot, the red card limited Powhatan’s offense greatly for the entirety of overtime, though they were able to give themselves a chance with the shootout. “I fully believe with James in the game, we would’ve had more chances going into that overtime period,” Miles said. On the Wildcats side, they too faced a officiating decision that sent the

home crowd into a frenzy with 13 minutes left in the second half when their corner kick nearly led to a go-ahead goal and was arguably across the line before Nickerson cleared it. With the officials saying to play on, there was no time to argue the call, and what could’ve been the lone goal in regulation was declared a no-goal. The game would also be the last for six Powhatan seniors, with Sloan, Hubley, McCullough, Jacob Hymel, Hunter Stoddard and Conner Donnelly all making their last appearances in a Powhatan uniform. Sloan, who now ventures off to the collegiate game at UVA, left it all out on the field in his final appearance despite being hounded by Wildcat defenders. Starting out the game, Miles decided to play Sloan in a more central midfield role as opposed to his natural forward position in order to get Sloan involved as a facilitator and on-ball creator rather than a run-creating striker, but he was eventually moved into his normal role later in the first half. Nickerson and sophomore Brayden Elzey were also moved up to more attacking roles than usual dur-

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The Irish won the 50/70 Intermediate Division Championship in the PLL. From bottom row left to right: Peter Stallings, Matthew Taylor, Braxton White, Luke Seay. Top row left to right: Reese Stuart, Leo Stallings Chandler McPherson, Nicholas Dekeyser, Cohen Belcher and coaches Robert Taylor Shannon Seay and Bobby Curcio Sy Dekeyser. Not pictured from the Irish: Landon Bogue.

ing the game as well, as Miles looked for new ways to get through a stifling Great Bridge defense. While the Indians weren’t able to extend what was already a treasured season for the program, there’s hope now that this state tournament appearance will be a new norm rather than a oneyear wonder. Miles points to the presence of eight rising seniors and rapidly developing young skill players like Davis and Elzey as evidence that their district and regional opponents PHOTOS BY ROBBY FLETCHER have not seen the last of Above, Powhatan head coach Willie Miles plans the shooting rotation for the Powhatan Indians on the penalty shootout. Below, goalie Tucker Thomas makes a diving save the big stage. during the shootout. “We celebrate our success, but at the same time, we are not done yet,” Miles said. “We are on the doorstep to getting toward that potential state final, and I know this group coming up next year can do it.” As Miles looks ahead after watching the success of this year’s team, he was reminded of a quote that Nickerson told the group not long after their season ended that perfectly encapsulates what this program intends to become. “The standard of play that was set needs to be matched and maintained.”

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Gallery: Powhatan Little League Champs

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The Rockhounds were the Coach Pitch Division Champions. From top row left to right: assistant coach Brandon Trevillian, head coach Chris Gravely and assistant coach Kade Brunstetter. Bottom row left to right: Brody Gravely, Bryson Trevillian, Keegan Brunstetter, Austin Maxey, Lucas McCord, Hunter Marshall, Chance Johnson, Logan Rochette, Robert Fobes, Kollin Brunstetter, Cole Hatchett and Jayce Duffie.

,EGAL .OTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS POWHATAN COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Notice is hereby given that the Powhatan County Board of Supervisors will conduct public hearings on Monday, June 27, 2022, at 6:30 PM in the Powhatan County Village Building Auditorium (3910 Old Buckingham Road) regarding the following matters. Ordinance O-2022-24: Powhatan County on June 3, 2022, the Powhatan County Board of Supervisors passed an emergency ordinance extending the personal property and real estate due date to June 24, 2022. Penalties and interest should be effective for payments made after August 1, 2022, should payment of the taxes not occur by the extended due date.

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Powhatan Little League’s aging out players (from left) are Charleigh Tomlin, Cyrus Dooley, Mathew Layman, Gradie Mingee, Hayden Stamp and Hayden Campbell.

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Ordinance O-2022-26: Case #22-06-AZ: The County of Powhatan requests the amendment of the provisions set forth in Chapter 83 (Zoning Ordinance) Article III (Rural Districts) Sec. 83-160 – Agricultural-10 (A-10) District, Sec. 83-240 – Commerce Center (CC), Sec. 83-250- Light Industrial (I-1), Sec. 83-260 Heavy Industrial (I-2), and Article XI Sec. 83-521 - Definitions to create new use of wood and stump recycling and add it to the A-10 and CC zoning districts as a conditional use and to I-1 and I-2 as a by-right use. Ordinance O-2022-27: Case #22-07-AZ: The County of Powhatan requests the amendment of the provisions set forth in Chapter 83 (Zoning Ordinance) Article III (Rural Districts) Sec. 83-160 – Agricultural-10 (A-10), Article IV (Village Growth Area Districts) Sec. 83-240 – Commerce Center (CC), Sec. 83-250- Light Industrial (I-1), and Sec. 83-260 Heavy Industrial (I-2) to add the contractor storage yard use to these districts. The contractor storage yard use will be added to A-10 and CC as a conditional use and to I-1 and I-2 as a by-right use. Ordinance O-2022-28: Case #22-08-AZ: The County of Powhatan requests the amendment of the provisions set forth in Chapter 83 (Zoning Ordinance) Article IV (Village Growth Area Districts) Sec. 83-230- Village Center (VC), 83-300 – Village Center Planned Development (VC-PD), Sec. 83-220 – Village Residential (VR), Sec. 83-290. - Village Residential Planned Development (VRPD) and Sec. 83-310. - Commerce Center Planned Development (CC-PD). This amendment will amend the purpose section of each respective zoning district to align each district with the areas denoted Economic Opportunity in the 2021 Powhatan County Comprehensive Plan. Ordinance O-2022-29: Department of Real Estate Assessment: Pursuant to Va. Code §58.1-3274 the County of Powhatan wishes to amend County Code Division 1A – Department of Real Estate Assessment to place the Department of Real Estate Assessment within the office of the Commissioner of Revenue.

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Ordinance O-2022-25: Case #22-05-AZ: The County of Powhatan requests the amendment of the provisions set forth in Chapter 83 (Zoning Ordinance) Article IV (Village Growth Area Districts) Sec. 83-210. - Single-family Residential-2 (R-2) District, Article III (Rural Districts) Sec. 83-160. - Agricultural-10 (A10) District, Sec. 83-180. - Rural Residential-5 (RR-5) District, and Article V (Transition Base Districts) Sec. 83-350 - Residential Utility (R-U) District, to amend the by right accessory uses and conditional accessory uses involving Accessory Dwelling Units (detached). This provision will eliminate the need for a conditional use permit for an Accessory Dwelling Unit (detached) and make the use by right as an accessory use in the given district.

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Ordinance O-2022-30: Pursuant to Virginia Code § 1-219.1, Powhatan County will consider an ordinance to acquire property by condemnation for a public purpose. The property is identified as a fifty foot (50’) wide parcel of land 0.510 acres (22,214 SQ. FT.) in area, for ingress and egress over, upon and across the property of South Creek Properties LLC known as Powhatan County Tax Map Parcel No. 42-7A. The proposed public use of the Property is for construction of an access road to serve a new convenience center to be constructed east of the Property. The new convenience center is a necessary public facility of the County required as a result of the significant population growth in the County and the need for such a convenience center to serve the eastern portion of Powhatan. The current convenience center being inadequate to provide for the trash disposal needs of the County citizens. Further, the acquisition will allow the completion of Carter Gallier Boulevard, a parallel road to Anderson Highway, depicted in Powhatan County’s Comprehensive Plan’s Major Thoroughfare Plan. Members of the public may also participate remotely by joining a webinar at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83998792911 or by dialing in by phone at 1-929-205-6099 OR 1-312-626-6799, then typing in the webinar ID 839 9879 2911. During the public comment period, participants may raise their hand using the zoom controls on the computer screen, or (if dialing in) by pressing *9 on a phone. The meeting may be watched live by visiting http://powhatanva.gov/432/LiveStream-of-Powhatan-County-Meetings.

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Public comments may also be submitted to administration@powhatanva.gov or by leaving a voicemail at (804) 598-5612. Any comments received prior to 5:00 PM of the date of the public hearing will be recorded in the meeting minutes. All interested persons are invited to participate in the public hearings and to present their views and/or to submit written comments. Persons requiring special assistance to view or participate in those hearings should contact the Powhatan County Administrator’s Office at (804) 598-5612 at least three days prior to the meeting. Full text and documents related to these proposals can be reviewed by contacting the County Administrator’s Office at administration@powhatanva.gov or (804) 598-5612.

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WWE Friday Night SmackDown Å USFL Football: Tampa Bay Bandits vs New Orleans Breakers. SportsCenter (Live) NBA ESPN Films ESPN Films SportsCenter Wheel Jeopardy Kimmel NBA 2022 NBA Finals: Warriors at Celtics News News Holly Sheldon United-Al Ghosts B Posi Bull (In Stereo) Å News Colbert Big Bang Big Bang MasterChef Å Don’t Forget Fox News at Ten You Bet DailyMail ET Inside Law & Order Law & Order: SVU Law & Order News J. Fallon On Balance Marni Hughes Dan Abrams Live Banfield (N) Å NewsNation Home Clearance Get to Know QVC Å Patio & Garden PBS NewsHour (N) Black: Untamed Roadtrip Natn: Afropop: Cultural Amanpour-Co Untamed Expedi To Dine Great Performances Å Line of Separation PBS NewsHour (N) E. B. OutFront Anderson Cooper CNN Tonight (Live) Don Lemon Tonight Don Lemon Tonight The ReidOut (Live) All In With MSNBC Prime Å The Last Word 11th Hour Shepard Smith Shark Tank Å Shark Tank Shark Tank Å Shark Tank Jesse Watters Tucker Carlson Hannity (Live) Å Ingraham Gutfeld! (N) Å Chicago Fire Chicago Fire Chicago Fire Chicago Fire Chicago Fire ››‡ “Aquaman” (2018, Action) Jason Momoa. Å (DVS) AFI Life Achievement Award: Tribute, Big Bang Big Bang Big Bang Big Bang Rat in the Kitchen Full Full Sheldon Sheldon The First 48 Å After the First 48 Accused: Guilty Interrogation Raw The First 48 Å Two Men Two Men ›››‡ “Shrek” (2001, Children’s) Å ››› “Shrek 2” (2004, Children’s) Å Office Office Office Office Office Office Office Office The Daily Show Naked and Afraid Naked and Afraid Naked and Afraid Naked and Afraid Naked and Afraid Dr. Pimple Popper Feet-Killing Me Feet-Killing Me Feet-Killing Me Dr. Pimple Popper Deadliest Catch Deadliest Catch Deadliest Catch Deadliest Catch Deadliest Catch Office Office Office Office Office Office Office Office The 700 Club Å Andy G. Andy G. Raymond Raymond Raymond Raymond Raymond Raymond King King “Best Yrs-Lives” “Ride in the Whirlwind” (1965) ››‡ “The Shooting” (1967) “China 9 Lib 37” “Love at Glance” “Caribbean Summer” (2022) Å Golden Golden Golden Golden Rizzoli & Isles Å Rizzoli & Isles Å Rizzoli & Isles Å Rizzoli & Isles Å Rizzoli & Isles Å Good Bones Å Good Bones Å Windy City Rehab Hunters Hunt Intl Hunters Hunt Intl Beat Beat Restaurant: Im. Beat Beat BBQ Brawl Å Beat Beat Family Business Celebrity Fam 2021 BET Awards: Å ›› “Colombiana” ››‡ “The Hitman’s Bodyguard” (2017, Action) “The Hitman’s Bodyguard” “Live Free-Die” ››‡ “Uncle Buck” (1989) John Candy. ››› “Pitch Perfect” (2012) Å Last Man Last Man Mom Mom Mom Mom Mom Mom Mom Mom Alone (In Stereo) Alone (In Stereo) Alone “The Beaver” (N) Kings of Pain Å Mnt. Men

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MLS Soccer USFL Football: New Orleans Breakers vs Houston Gamblers. Agility MLB Baseball: Chicago White Sox at Houston Astros. (Live) SportsCenter (Live) SportsCenter (Live) Kimmel NBA 2022 NBA Finals: Celtics at Warriors NBA News Bull Å 60 Minutes (N) Å 60 Minutes (N) Å The Equalizer Å NCIS: Los Angeles News MacGy MasterChef Å Simpson Burgers Duncan Fam Guy News Attkisson Paid Prg. FamFeud Weakest Link Dancing With America’s Got Talent “Auditions 3” Å News Invest. NewsNation Prime NewsNation Prime NewsNation Prime NewsNation Prime NewsNation Prime Denim/Clearance Susan Graver Style (N) (Live) Å Total Gym Exp. Finding Your Roots Hotel Portofino (N) Endeavour on Masterpiece “Striker” (N) Austin City Limits Slavery by Another Name: Recon Stroud Untamed Shaw Rising: Å Amen Music: Juneteenth: Juneteenth: A Global Celebration for Freedom: (N) (Live) Å The 2000s Å American Voices Mehdi Hasan Ayman (Live) Å The Culture Is: Mehdi Hasan Shark Tank Shark Tank Shark Tank Shark Tank Shark Tank Sunday Night Life, Liberty Revolution Sunday Night Life, Liberty “Doctor Strange” ››› “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” (2017) Chris Pratt. “Guardians 2” Animal Kingdom (N) Animal Kingdom (N) Animal Kingdom ››‡ “Captain Marvel” (2019, Action) ›› “Suicide Squad” (2016, Action) Will Smith. Å BadBoys ›› “Bad Boys II” (2003, Action) Å Bobby Brown Bobby Brown: Bobby Bobby Bobby Bobby Origins of Hip-Hop Yellowstone Å Yellowstone Å Yellowstone (In Stereo) Å Yellowstone (In Stereo) Å Office Office Office Office Office Office Office Office Office Office Naked and Naked and Afraid XL (N) (In Stereo) Å Naked and Afraid Naked and Afraid 90 Day Fiancé 90 Day Fiancé (N) (In Stereo) Love-Mama’s Boy 90 Day Fiancé (N) Louisiana Law Louisiana Law Louisiana Law Louisiana Law Louisiana Law ››› “Mulan” (1998) ›››‡ “The Lion King” (1994, Children’s) ››› “Onward” (2020, Children’s) Å Two Men Two Men Two Men Two and Half Men Two Men Two Men Two Men Two Men Two Men “The Wiz” (1978) ›››‡ “Life With Father” (1947) Å ››› “The Courtship of Eddie’s Father” “Moriah Light” “The Vows We Keep” (2021, Romance) Golden Golden Golden Golden “Fifty Shades” “Who Kidnapped My Mom?” (2022) Å “Left for Dead: Ashley Reeves” Unsellable Houses Battle on the Battle on the Beach Beach Beach Beach Guy’s Games Guy’s Games Food Truck Race Beachside Brawl Guy: Hawaiian Party ››› “Harriet” (2019, Biography) Cynthia Erivo. Premiere. Å TBA Martin “Harry Potter and Half-Blood” ››› “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1” (2010) Dark Winds Å ›››‡ “American Sniper” (2014, War) ››‡ “Man on Fire” (2004, Crime Drama) Silverado ››› “Twister” (1996, Action) ››› “Pure Country” (1992, Drama) George Strait. Å Built America: Booze, Bets and Sex: The Fast The Fast The Fast The Fast

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TUESDAY EVENING

Truck Series NASCAR RaceDay NASCAR Truck Series Drag Racing UFC Fight Night: Kattar vs. Emmett (N) (Live) Boxing: Top Rank Boxing. (N) (Live) Wheel Jeopardy 2022 Stanley Cup Final: TBA at Colorado Avalanche. (N) Å News Bull Å The List Bensin Auto Race 48 Hours (In Stereo) News Storm of MLB Baseball: St. Louis Cardinals at Boston Red Sox. Å News Mod Fam Name That Tune U.S. Open Golf Transplant (N) Å Dateline NBC (In Stereo) Å News SNL NewsNation Prime NewsNation Prime NewsNation Prime NewsNation Prime NewsNation Prime Maran Cosm. Summer Fashion Belle by Kim Gravel - Fashion (N) (Live) Belle Beauty All Creatures Great Death in Paradise Murder Midsomer Murders Songs Song of Mountains Untamed Outside Nature (In Stereo) NOVA “Polar Extremes” (In Stereo) Å Independent Lens CNN Newsroom CNN Newsroom Dreamland-Burning of Black Wall Street: The Nineties Å American Voices Ayman (Live) Å Ayman (Live) Å American Voices Ayman Å Undercover Boss Undercover Boss Undercover Boss Undercover Boss Undercover Boss Gutfeld! Å One Nation Dan Bongino Lawrence Jones One Nation Captain ››› “Captain America: Civil War” (2016) ››› “Doctor Strange” (2016, Action) Å (DVS) ››‡ “Men in Black 3” (2012) ›› “Gemini Man” (2019, Action) Will Smith. Å “Blade II” (2002) ›››‡ “Avengers: Endgame” (2019) Big Bang Big Bang Big Bang Big Bang Rat in the Kitchen The First 48 Å The First 48 Å The First 48 Å The First 48 Å The First 48 Å Yellowstone Å Yellowstone Å Yellowstone Å ›››› “The Godfather” (1972) Å Ofﬁce ››› “The Hangover” (2009, Comedy) ››› “The Hangover” (2009, Comedy) South Pk Expedition Un. Expedition Un. Expedition Un. Expedition Un. Expedition Un. Little People, World Welcome Welcome Welcome Welcome River Monsters River Monsters: Deadliest Man-Eaters Shark Academy River Monsters ››‡ “Hotel Transylvania” (2012) Å ››‡ “Hotel Transylvania 2” (2015) Å “Mrs. Doubtﬁre” Two Men Two Men Two Men Two and Half Men Two Men Two Men Two Men Two Men Two Men “King of Cool” ›››‡ “Woman of the Year” (1942) ›››› “Annie Hall” (1977) Woody Allen. “One Summer” “Moriah’s Lighthouse” (2022, Romance) “Sweet Pecan Summer” (2021) “Dirty Little Secret” “Suitcase Killer: McGuire” TextMeWhen Sleeping With Love It or List It Love It or List It Love It or List It Love It or List It Love It or List It Diners Diners Diners Diners Diners Diners Diners Diners Diners Diners “All Eyez on Me” ›› “Get Rich or Die Tryin’” (2005) Curtis 50 Cent Jackson. “8 Mile” (2002) “Harry Potter-Phoenix” ››› “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire” (2005, Fantasy) Lethal ›››‡ “Lethal Weapon 2” (1989) Mel Gibson. Å ››› “Lethal Weapon 3” (1992, Action) ›› “Tommy Boy” (1995) Å “Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story” ›› “Happy Gilmore” (1996) Pawn Stars Å After Jackie: (N) (In Stereo) Å Pawn Stars (N) Å Pawn Stars

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DAYTIME AFTERNOON

NHRA NHRA Drag Racing USFL Football: Stars vs Maulers 2022 Men’s College World Series: Game 2: Teams TBA. (Live) Pro Fighters League Wheel Jeopardy Juneteenth: 20/20 (N) (In Stereo) Å News Kimmel News Holly Come Dance Watergate: High Crimes in the White: News Colbert Big Bang Big Bang WWE Friday Night SmackDown (N) News First Spo You Bet DailyMail ET Inside American Ninja Warrior “Qualifiers 2” Dateline NBC Å News J. Fallon On Balance Marni Hughes Dan Abrams Live Banfield (N) Å NewsNation Fri-YAY! Style Celebrate Summer Compression RMS Beauty (Live) Friday Night Beauty PBS NewsHour (N) Wash Hoover Great Performances at the Met “Rigoletto” Å Aman Articu Unwine’d Antique Roadshow “8 Days: Moon” Without: PBS NewsHour (N) E. B. OutFront Anderson Cooper CNN Tonight (Live) Special Report Anderson Cooper The ReidOut (Live) All In With MSNBC Prime Å The Last Word 11th Hour Shepard Smith Shark Tank Å Shark Tank Shark Tank Shark Tank Å Jesse Watters Tucker Carlson Hannity (Live) Å Ingraham Gutfeld! (N) Å Law & Order: SVU Law & Order: SVU Law & Order: SVU Law & Order: SVU Law & Order: SVU Shazam! ›› “Justice League” (2017, Action) Ben Affleck. All Elite Wrestling Rich & Shameless ››› “Men in Black” (1997, Action) ›› “Men in Black II” (2002) ››‡ “Men in Black 3” (2012) The First 48 Å The First 48 Å The First 48 Å The First 48 Å The First 48 Å Two Men Two Men ››‡ “The Accountant” (2016, Suspense) Ben Affleck. Å “The Accountant” Office Office Office Office Office Office Office Office “Wedding Crash” Gold Rush Å Gold Rush “The $5 Million Bet” (N) Å Opal Hunters Gold Rush 90 Day Diaries Å 90 Day Fiancé (N) (In Stereo) 90 Day The Family Chantel 90 Day Tanked (In Stereo) Treehouse Masters: Branched Out (N) Insane Pools Insane Pools Fam Guy Fam Guy Fam Guy Fam Guy Fam Guy Fam Guy Fam Guy Fam Guy The 700 Club Å Andy G. Andy G. Raymond Raymond Raymond Raymond Raymond Raymond King King “Life-A. Hardy” ››› “The Harvey Girls” (1946) Å ›››‡ “Easter Parade” (1948) “Valentine Mat” “A Shoe Addict’s Christmas” (2018) Golden Golden Golden Golden Castle (In Stereo) Castle (In Stereo) Castle (In Stereo) Castle (In Stereo) Castle (In Stereo) Dream Dream Dream Dream Vacation House Dream Dream Dream Dream Diners Diners Diners Diners Guy’s Diners Diners Diners Diners Diners The New Edition Story “Part Three” Å N.Y. Undercover New York Undercover “Unis” Encore Quantum Leap Å Quantum Leap Å Quantum Leap (In Stereo) Quantum Leap Å Quantum ››› “Back to the Future Part II” (1989, Comedy) ›››‡ “Back to the Future” (1985) Michael J. Fox. Last Man Last Man Golden Golden Golden Golden Golden Golden Golden Golden Watergate: Å Watergate: Å Watergate: Å Watergate: Å Watergate: Å

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MLB Baseball: Milwaukee Brewers at New York Mets. (Live) MLB Postgame CONCACAF ESPN Films 30 for 30 (N) 30 for 30 (N) 30 for 30 (N) SportsCenter Wheel Jeopardy Conners Gold Abbott Home E. Press Your Luck News Kimmel News Holly The Price Is Right Celebrates 50 Years: S.W.A.T. (In Stereo) News Colbert Big Bang Big Bang MasterChef Å So You Think Fox News at Ten You Bet DailyMail ET Inside Chicago Med Chicago Fire Chicago P.D. News J. Fallon On Balance Marni Hughes Dan Abrams Live Banfield (N) Å NewsNation Le Creuset In the Kitchen With David (N) (Live) Å Form & Line L. Geller Makeup PBS NewsHour (N) Nature (In Stereo) NOVA “Polar Extremes” (In Stereo) Å Amanpour-Co Inside Time/By Professor T Å Professor T Å Professor T Å PBS NewsHour (N) E. B. OutFront Anderson Cooper Anderson Cooper Don Lemon Tonight Don Lemon Tonight The ReidOut (Live) All In With MSNBC Prime Å The Last Word 11th Hour Shepard Smith Shark Tank Å Shark Tank Å Shark Tank Å Shark Tank Jesse Watters Tucker Carlson Hannity (Live) Å Ingraham Gutfeld! (N) Å Law & Order: SVU Law & Order: SVU Law & Order: SVU Law & Order: SVU Law & Order: SVU Lucifer (In Stereo) ››‡ “Central Intelligence” (2016) ››‡ “Tag” (2018, Comedy) Ed Helms. Big Bang Big Bang All Elite Wrestling: Dynamite (Live) Å American American American American The First 48 Å The First 48 Å The First 48 Å The First 48 Å The First 48 Å Two Men Two Men ››› “Top Gun” (1986, Action) Tom Cruise. Å ››› “Air Force One” (1997) South Pk South Park Å South Pk South Pk South Pk South Pk South Pk The Daily Show Expedition Un. Expedition Unknown (N) (In Stereo) Å Expedition Un. Feet-Killing Me Dr. Pimple Popper Feet-Killing Me Feet-Killing Me Hoard-Buried The Zoo (In Stereo) The Zoo: San Diego (N) (In Stereo) Crikey... Irwins Crikey... Irwins Office Office Office Office Office Office Office Office The 700 Club Å Andy G. Andy G. Raymond Raymond Raymond Raymond Raymond Raymond King King “Flight From Glory” ›››‡ “Splendor in the Grass” (1961) ›››› “Five Easy Pieces” (1970, Drama) “Perfect Wed” “Sweet Carolina” (2021) Lacey Chabert. Golden Golden Golden Golden Castle (In Stereo) Married at First Sight (N) Å ››› “Taken” (2008) Liam Neeson. Å Bargain Block Å Bargain Block Å Bargain Block Å Buy It or Build It Bargain Block Å Guy’s Games Guy’s Games Guy’s Games Guy’s Games Guy’s Games Family Business Celebrity Fam Tyler Perry’s Sistas All-Queen’s Men Tyler Perry’s Sistas Olympus ››‡ “Tomb Raider” (2018) Alicia Vikander. Å ››› “Wanted” (2008) James McAvoy. “Die Hard 2” (1990) ››› “Die Hard With a Vengeance” (1995) Bruce Willis. Å “Live Free-Die” Last Man Last Man Mom Mom Mom Mom CMT Crossroads CMT Crossroads Forged in Fire Forged in Fire Forged in Fire (N) Å Forged in Fire

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credits as a major influence for teaching him to play the game the right way from a mental and physical standpoint, even saying his interest in the sport was nowhere near what it is today before joining Powhatan’s team. “He’s been there for me since freshman year,” Pfab said. “He really pushed me into becoming a better player, and I really thank him for that because I definitely wouldn’t be here today without him.” Kelley hopes that Pfab’s historic title-

winning senior season will be a blueprint for which other Powhatan players could follow, as he exhibited the integrity, intelligence and ideas of invincibility that Kelley believes started Pfab’s journey as a champion. With a solid foundation, new training techniques and the pursuit of tennis knowledge, Pfab has built a game at Powhatan that can compete and win among college players while also displaying what Kelley calls “the will to win.” “The key is if I can just get into the mental and get rid of fear and doubt, all of

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their potential will flow, and Jacob experienced that flow yesterday,” Kelley said. Harkening back to the philosophy of Aristotle, Kelley also says that Pfab is a special example of someone who has the entelechy, or realization of one’s potential, to take a tough loss on the biggest stage, work to improve on the areas of weakness and come back stronger and ready for the challenge. “To be an athlete on that level, you have to take, sort and then train to the best of your ability and he did that, he definitely did that. I’m very proud,” Kelley said.

From last year’s championship defeat down to the nagging back injury he endured for much of the season — of which he thanks Gregg Tobey and his team of physical therapists at Powhatan Physical Therapy — Pfab knows for as hard as he had to work to get to this point, he still sees a far road ahead in his playing career. With a quick turnaround time from the celebration of winning the title, Pfab now sets his sights on becoming the top player at the University of Mary Washington, where he aims to take the next steps in his athletic and academic career.

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proud of the perseverance and grit we showed in district play and in the playoffs.” A huge part of the team’s success can be traced back to the efforts and leadership of their five seniors, who all stepped into bigger roles in their final season to make the Indians one of the top teams in the district. “We’re going to miss this group of seniors,” said Crump. “They did a great job and worked hard to help

make us successful. Hopefully, they enjoyed their softball experience as much as we enjoyed having them in the program.” Several of those seniors — infielder Joy Johnson and outfielders Savannah Johnson and Carsen Hogston — will continue playing at the college level. Joy will be attending Emory & Henry, while her sister Savannah heads to UVA Wise. Hogston, meanwhile, will be heading to Ferrum College. Senior outfielder Payton George and infielder Emma Phillips also

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