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July 27, 2022

Relay for Life South of the James surpasses 2022 fundraising goal By Laura McFarland Managing Editor

POWHATAN – Powhatan and Chesterfield counties came together in the fight against cancer to help the Relay for Life South of the James combined teams not only reach goal but surpass it for the 2022 season. Relay for Life South of the James, which held its annual event on June 11 at Midlothian High School, had raised $120,568 as of Friday, well over this year’s goal for the two counties of $100,000. Looking back on what the teams accomplished for this year, event lead Pat Johnson said she was incredibly proud of the participation and the funds raised that will go to the fight against cancer and the support of those battling the disease. “My thought was how many lives have we saved going forward with this money that can be used for research? How many people have we helped with rides or the Hope Lodge? It just amazed me that so

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Relay for Life South of the James, which had its official event on June 11, shown here, ended its 2022 season well over its fundraising goal.

Powhatan County Public Library’s Teen Summer Reading Program drew teens throughout the summer to programs such as the interactive Five Nights at Freddy’s event held July 22. Teen Advisory Board members ran the frightening event.

Library sees strong turnout for teen Chadwick presents namesake summer reading many people reached into their pockets, whether it was a $500 or a $5,000 donation, and gave to a cause

see RELAY, pg. 5

orchid to First Lady Jill Biden

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Art Chadwick, owner of Chadwick and Son Orchid Inc., presents First Lady Jill Biden with her namesake orchid (shown inset) in a ceremony at the White House on July 19.

By Laura McFarland Managing Editor

POWHATAN – The moment was nine years in the making but Art Chadwick finally had the opportunity last week to present First Lady Jill Biden with an orchid he grew and named in her honor. Chadwick, owner of Chadwick and Son Orchid Inc. in Powhatan, presented two specimens of Brassolaeliocattleya Jill Biden to Dr. Biden on Tuesday, July 19 in a private ceremony at the White House. The event took place in the Vermeil room of the East Wing, where Chadwick said he spent about 25 minutes chatting with Biden and White House Chief Floral Designer Hedieh Ghaffar-

By Laura McFarland Managing Editor

POWHATAN – When teen services coordinator Brooke Rabas began brainstorming ideas for Powhatan County Public Library’s teen summer reading program, she was

aware of the challenges she faced. Planning a summer reading program meant to attract young people anywhere from 13 to 18 years old with a wide range of interests and activities see TEEN, pg. 3

Local youth shares passion for history By Laura McFarland Managing Editor

ian, who uses orchids regularly throughout the executive mansion. Chadwick said he couldn’t have anticipated the First Lady giving him so much of her time, but she is a flower lover and Ghaffarian also has so much experience using orchids in floral arrangements in the White House, so the conversation flowed naturally. “That was great because then we were all talking the same language. So the conversation went on,” Chadwick said. He added he got an even bigger surprise when the first lady said she would put one of the flowers he brought her on her desk and the other on her husband’s desk in the Oval Office.

POWHATAN – At the ripe old age of 8, Thomas Golden is well on his way to being a dedicated historian. While the rising third grader at Powhatan Elementary School is fascinated by history in general and the 20th Century in particular, there is one topic he would probably be happy to chat about all day long – World War II. Thomas devours books and documentaries on battle strategies, aircraft and machinery from that era with a voracious appetite. When he finished all of the books in the children’s section of the local library on World War II, his parents, Heidi and Jeff Golden of Powhatan, let him THOMAS GOLDEN move to the adult section to keep exploring and learning about the topic that has fascinated him since he was 6 years old. Thomas even studies maps showing troop movements during historical battles and redraws them to help him

see ORCHID, pg. 6

see HISTORY, pg. 8

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Nicole McNutt, rising sophomore at Powhatan High School, takes a photo of ice frozen with food coloring in the water during Powhatan County Public Schools’ final summer camp, Light Painting and Photography. See more photos on Page 8A. PHOTO COURTESY OF STEPHANIE WIRT

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O B I T UA R I E S ELIZABETH GILLS

JOHN NOECHEL

WILLIAM TOBOZ

GILLS, Elizabeth Jane (Burton), of Powhatan, Virginia, devoted Jehovah's Witness, mother, sister and friend, passed away on July 13, 2022. Her loving husband of 70 years, James "Jimmy" Gills, was by her side. After working for 20 years at GMAC, Liz spent her retired years gardening, cooking, sewing and caring for those she loved until her passing at age 90. She was preceded in death by her daughGILLS ter, Janet Marie Gills; her brother, JD Burton; and her sister, Coyl Macuch. She is survived by her sons, Dewey (Joyce) and Bruce Gills; her grandchildren, Kate Jones and Clay Gills; her greatgrandchildren, Samantha and Miller Dunn and Alex Jones; and her sisters, Peggy Wilson and Judy Terry. Service will be Sunday, July 31 at 10 a.m. at the Jehovah's Witness Kingdom Hall, 3228 Buckingham Road, Powhatan, Virginia 23139. For those unable to attend and who wish to view by Zoom, please call Jimmy Woodson for website link at (804) 218- 9009. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Jehovah's Witness Kingdom Hall, Powhatan, Va.

NOECHEL, John David. The book of life closed for John David Noechel on July 20, 2022. Dave was born in Lynchburg, Va. to John and Mildred Noechel on March 24, 1949. He graduated from E.C. Glass High School, earned his Bachelor of Education from Virginia Commonwealth University and then a Masters of Humanities from the University of Richmond. Dave's 39-year teaching career at Powhatan High School began in 1975. He taught English and Journalism, and coached basketball, track and cross country. He was a dedicated educator whose instruction transcended the classroom. In retirement Dave cultivated his sculptural woodworking practice, volunteered and read books at a precipitous pace. He is cherished by wife, Christy Noechel; his daughters, Ingrid (husband, Jared) and Emily Noechel (husband, Ian Quate); his grandchildren, Brooks, Willa and Jemma Anderton; and his sister and brother-in-law, Mary and Leon Wiley. A gathering will be held on Saturday, July 30 at 2 p.m. in the Commons area of Powhatan High School. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the PHS Dave Noechel English Memorial Scholarship fund.

TOBOZ, William "Bill" E., 80, of Powhatan, Va., passed away July 22, 2022. Born December 21, 1941, in Meadville, Pa., to Clara Yates Toboz and William E. Toboz Sr., he served in the U.S. Marine Corps, worked for Erie-Lackawanna R.R. and then owned Mac's Place Tavern, on Saegertown Rd., before moving to Ohio and going to work for Friendly Ice Cream for many years. He was a school bus driver for Powhatan County Schools and also drove the activity bus for several years. Most recently, he drove the bus for St. EdwardEpiphany Catholic School. Bill is survived by his wife of 57 years, Sue (Foster) Toboz; and three children, Kelly Goetz (John) of Lagrange, Ohio, Tim Toboz of Elyria, Ohio and Meg Anderson (Bill) of Powhatan, Va.; six grandchildren, Andrew (Katie), Alex (Kallie) and Matt Goetz (Ava), Brittany Kurz, Cody Toboz (Lauren) and Hannah Anderson; along with four greatgrandchildren; and his fur girl, Mollie. A memorial Mass was held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 26, at St. Edward's Church, 2700 Dolfield Dr., North Chesterfield, Va. 23235, with a reception following in church commons. In lieu of flowers, a contribution may be made to Powhatan Backpacks of Love and/or your local animal shelter.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR Wednesday, July 27

Thursday, July 28

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. The final children’s story time will be held at 10:30 a.m. July 27at the library. Enjoy stories, songs and rhymes! Contact Powhatan County Public Library at 804-598-5670. 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 wellbeing. 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: July 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 804-318-6485. 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. The July 27 schedule is: 10 a.m., Powhatan State Park presents on Autumn programs; noon, Art Class. 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 804-598-5670 and selecting option 3 to hear an updated recording. Call program coordinator Jayne Lloyd at 804698-0438 for more information. Powhatan County Public Library is open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Fridays, and from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays. Meeting rooms are available by reservation; study rooms are available first come, first served. The library offers e-books and materials to borrow in person or by using Books to Go. With Books to Go, patrons may reserve print materials, DVDs, and audiobooks 24/7 online at www.powhatanlibrary or by phone during open hours at 804-598-5670; once the patron is notified that their order is ready, they have three days to pick it up at the to-go shelf. The outdoor library book drop is open 24/7 for returning library items; however, patrons must return mobile hotspots to the circulation desk inside the library. The library accepts donations and the Friends of the Library bookstore is open during library business hours. Visit www.powhatanlibrary. net or call the library at 804-598-5670 for more details, and like the library’s Facebook page for all the latest, up-to-date library news, information and program schedules. 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 Lion’s Club will meet at 6 p.m. at the County Seat Restaurant. Contact Mike Jones at 804-794-1440 for more information.

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.

Graceland Baptist Church, 975 Dorset Road, holds a community meal called At the Table at 5:30 p.m. on the fourth Thursday of each month. Come enjoy a homecooked meal, a brief Jesus story, fellowship, and music. All are welcome.

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 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_2QUVzrPXDpYsV2HY11CH8KBrluif yO. 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. Mill Quarter Republican Woman’s Club (MQRWC) will meet on the fourth Thursday of the month at Italian Delight restaurant, 1795 South Creek One, Powhatan. Fellowship begins at 6:30 p.m. and the meeting starts at 7 p.m. The organization meets the fourth Thursday of every month unless otherwise advertised in the Community Calendar or MQRWC’s Facebook page. MQWRC is an active group and interested in expanding. Visitors are always welcome.

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

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

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/.

Guildfield Baptist Church, located at 2550 Manakintown Ferry Road, Midlothian, VA 23113, will hold a church yard sale from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Rent a space for $20 by contacting Bridgette Robinson at 804-982-2626 or Ardetta Gibson at 804-986-4221. Food items will be sold by the church as well as the yard sale. 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

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. The Aug. 3 schedule is: 10 a.m., Thomas, an incredible 8-year-old historian, will present on “How luck, bravery and strategy played into winning the Battle of the Bulge in World War II!”; noon, Southside Electric Cooperative representative Joy Stump will speak about energy efficiency in the home with some hands on and Q&A. 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 804-598-5670 and selecting option 3 to hear an updated recording. Call program coordinator Jayne Lloyd at 804-698-0438 for more information.

The Heart of Virginia Beekeepers plans to meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 6 at the Prince Edward County Extension Office, 100 Dominion Dr., Farmville, VA 23901 next to Lowe’s. Anyone who has bees or is interested in bees is welcome. For more information call Mary Jane Morgan at 434-315-1433. To check on possible cancellations or changes, visit Facebook or our website: heartofvirginiabeekeepers.org.

The Be Like Mike Auto Show presented by Seay’s Autobody and Towing will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 18 at 2693 Rocky Oak Road, Powhatan. The event is held annually in memory of Virginia State Police Special Agent Mike Walter, who died in the line of duty on May 27, 2017. This year’s event is also being held in honor of Kieran Hathaway. Proceeds from this event will benefit the Ask Childhood Cancer Foundation (www.askccf. org). The nonprofit helps fund the Pediatric Oncology program at Children’s Hospital of Richmond. Kieran was treated at this clinic. The event will have a $20 entry fee for vehicles but spectators get in for free. For more information or to donate, contact Wes at 804-833-1644 or Zac at 518-683-3955.

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

Sunday, July 31

Powhatan Home Defense will hold a Handgun Clinic for beginner handgun owners or as a refresher for more seasoned individuals. The clinic will cover safe gun handling and storage, marksmanship, and live-fire training. The event will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. on July 31 in Powhatan. Reserve a place by contacting Ally Cloman at powhatanhomedefense@gmail.com.

Monday, Aug. 1

The Free Clinic of Powhatan is offering walkin 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 804598-5637.

The Huguenot Ruritan Club meets at 7 p.m. at May Memorial Baptist Church. For more information, contact Tom Grasty at 804-5980777.

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, Aug. 2

The Heart of Virginia Beekeepers will meet at 7 p.m. at the Prince Edward County Extension Office, 100 Dominion Drive, Farmville, VA 23901, next to Lowe’s. The program will be a demonstration of Honey Extraction. Anyone who has bees or is interested in bees is welcome. For more information call Mary Jane Morgan at 434-315-1433 or visit Facebook or our website: heartofvirginiabeekeepers.org.

Have you ever wondered what tree you were walking by in Powhatan State Park? This walk may be just what you’re looking for. Led by a local master naturalist volunteer, the walk is an introduction to the basics of native tree identification. The walk will take approximately 1.5 hours on an easily travelled trail that passes many of the native trees found in central Virginia. Be sure to wear closed toe shoes and bring plenty of water. All ages are welcome. The walk begins promptly at 10 a.m. every Tuesday at the Playground Shelter through the end of August. Call the Park Office at 804-5987148 for more information.

The Beef Cattle Production 360 Discussion Group meets at 6 p.m. on the third Tuesday of the month. 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 Women in Ag Network meets virtually at 7:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday of the month. The organization’s mission is to foster female farmers. The Women in Agriculture Network will hold monthly Zoom sessions highlighting women farmers, offering opportunities for women to network, and educational opportunities. Register at https://docs.google. com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdZN-I3gWp0zjO AAzwFhvrTWNTK4BBesTRg6UoSH1b3l6 2o_A/viewform or call 804-598-5640. Preregistration required. Recorded sessions and more information: https://www.facebook.com/ vawomeninagnetwork.

PowHER Hour+ Monthly Luncheon is held from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the first Tuesday of the month at different locations throughout the county. Visit https://www.powhatanchamber. org/events/powher-hour-monthly-luncheon/.

Saturday, July 30

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.

Upcoming

Ongoing

The Country Piecemakers Quilt Guild is once again looking forward to honoring local veterans. Do you know a service member or veteran who has been touched by war that you would like to nominate to receive a Quilt of Valor? If so, the Powhatan-based guild would like to hear from you. Share your nomination by sending the guild a 250-word essay describing the service member or veteran to pooderlil1152@gmail.com or mail it to Country Piecemakers Quilt Guild, 2579 Walkers Ridge Terrace, Powhatan, VA 23139 along with your contact information.

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.

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. 7

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at https://jamesrivermasternaturalists.wordpress.com/. been looking for little ways to help even if they are not on the Teen Advisory Board.” Moving forward, Rabas said the Teen Advisory Board meetings and the Anime Club will return with their alternating schedules, but she is hoping to add to that with more programming that will bring the same energy as the teen summer reading program.

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competing for their attention is a tall order. To make sure she was on the right track, she took her initial list of ideas to the library’s Teen Advisory Board, inviting the members’ honest and even blunt reactions to make sure she was on the right track. “I suggested a lot of things. Some of them they told me immediately, ‘that is dumb and we should not do that.’ But I would much rather know it was dumb rather than run the program and nobody show up,” she said with a laugh. The final result was a full line-up of movie nights, tournament-style game nights, an escape room and an interactive Five Nights at Freddy’s event. The program was scheduled to wrap up Monday evening with the Teen Summer Reading Finale. “Teens are the hardest group to reach. They just have a diverse set of interests and also a conflict of interests because they only have so much time. They are juggling so many things they can only choose so many things they want to do,” Rabas said. “Kids are more apt to be, ‘oh cool a shark’ and you get 50 kids coming in, but teens, if they are not interested, they are not interested.” Fortunately, the group’s instincts were spot on, and the teen summer reading program had great attendance across the multiple events, Rabas said. In addition to the 67 teens registered this summer – much lower than the children’s program but great numbers compared to previous years and acknowledging the challenges in engaging teenagers – attendance at the almost weekly events was fantastic for teen programming. The movie and game nights averaged 10 to 20 teens, depending on the week, and the Bermuda Triangle-themed escape room had 21 teens trying to solve their way

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Powhatan County Public Library’s Teen Summer Reading Program drew teens throughout the summer to events such as movie nights, shown above, and game nights.

out of the room. For Rabas, who used to participate in the summer reading program as a teen and has planned it the last two years, there was a drive to make this summer’s program amazing. Knowing the program was going to be entirely in-person, she already had an advantage over the two previous years, which featured almost exclusively virtual events. The mood at last year’s online events was “kind of sad,” Rabas said, because young people were burnt out on virtual gatherings. “All the kids were doing school virtually so they didn’t want to get online again for a few hours to do even fun things. We did weekly game nights and bigger events once a month where they would pick up packets at the library, take them home and we would assemble them together. But the overall mood just felt sad,” she said. That made planning for this summer exciting, especially with the advisory board thrilled to pitch in and help with the planning and some execution of the events, she added. For instance, the teens chose the movies – “who knows what teenagers like to do better than other teenagers” – and acted as

the scary animatronic characters in last week’s Five Nights at Freddy’s Event. The members of the Teen Advisory Board are nice, hard working and love what they have gotten to do and experience with the summer reading program, said Rory Rook, 15, of Powhatan, one of the members. Rory talked about how great it has been to see teens attending the events and making new friends they might not have met otherwise. “To me it is a lot of building relationships. You can get physical things like when you go to the events you get tickets for showing up and when you win something you can get tickets for that, but I think a lot of it is the social connection,” he said. Rabas said that over the course of the summer, teens could win prize tickets by coming to events and reading. They can then use those tickets to exchange for other prizes or enter for the grand prize, a $150 gift card donated by Target at Westchester Commons. “I have seen there has been a lot more reading than I expected to see, which is awesome,” she said. “I have seen teens connect who wouldn’t have before and friends be made. A lot of them have

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Powhatan High School fourth nine weeks honor roll 9th Grade All A: Alexis Adkins, Henry Bowman, Aleah Burnett, Caroline Camp, Chase Connelly, Caleb Edling, Carter Estep, Savannah Forkey, Anna Franklin, Megan Gobble, Curtis Gouldthorpe, Ella Green, Kaitlyn Hancock, Mason Heckel, Matthew Henderson, Isabella Hiatt, Leah Holland, Addie Joyce, Parneet Kaur, Kaelyn Keaton, Zachary Kneessi, Matthew Langfitt, Claira Lively, Landyn Llewellyn, Clara McComb, Sydney McCracken, Caitlyn Milligan, Mackenzie Mozingo, Eli Muse, Kaitlyn Nicholson, Bevyn Nunnally, Enrique Pereyra Garcia, Trevor Robinson, Savannah Ryman, Sarah Seaman, Madilyn Seay, Isabella Shaw, Maria Stallings, Nolan Stamp, Megan Stocker, Taylor Sutphin, Emma Terry, Kevin Thomas, Gavin Utley, Hayden Vick, Margaret White, Jesse Whiting, Hayden Wilkerson, Nicole Yanguez.

9th Grade All A/B: Max Altieri, Marissa Anderson, Matthew Anderson, Jenna Autry, Michael Avery, Brian Avinger, Paul Avinger, Jackson Baker, Riley Baltz, Elijah Bell, Aidan Bibbee, Tori Bowman, Charles Boyer IV, Jameson Britt, Trent Britton, Trevor Britton, Cohl Brooks, James Brooks, Benjamin Brown, Riley Brumfield, Karley Burd, Allison Carroll, Emma Carter, Giovanni Casarez Hernandez, Analee Cave, Julia Cecil, Jacob Chim, Molly Christianson, Paige Clark, Daniela Conigliaro, Adriana Daniels, Emily Davis, James Davis, Mary Davis, Grayson Delaney, Virginia Dewey, Jacob Durrbeck, Addison Elliott, Max Erwin, Adrianna Flippen, Evangeline Fridley, Laylah Fritz, Nevaeh Gareau, Bryce Gilstrap, Aidan Gorman, Sara Gray, Rebecca Griffith, Mackenzie Halfon, Haydon Hall, Ava Harper, Parker Harris, Conner Hedgepeth, Hannah Hedwall, Rilynn Hiatt, Jadyn Hirsch, Chloe Holt, Jacob Huffman, Chloe James, John Jastram, Mya Johnson, Thomas Kimbrough, Ella Kinker, Mason Kite, Erica Krauss, William Lakel, Aubry Lecik, Wyatt Lennon, Reili Machotka, Gregory Mann Jr., Morgan Manson, Kennedy Martin, Krissa Martin, Samantha Martin, Lanie McGhee, Alyssa McNutt, Lucas Milligan, Emily Minbiole, Evan Mohr, Emma Morris, Jackson Morris, Caleb Murray, Torie Nash, Ryan Newcomb, Armando Nieves, Kaelin Ortiz, Jadyn Palka, Grayson Palmore, Avery Payne, Lauren Pike, Eleanor Pillsbury, Jenna Presley, Chloe Proffitt, Madison Pugh, Katelyn Rabas, Robert Reamy, Sadie Redlich, Shelby Reed, Kristen Roberts, Darryl Sanders, Michael Saunders, Shannon Seay, Sydney Shiflett, Carter Shust, Kasia Smith, Benjamin Speight, Cheyenne Sweeney, Logan Thompson, Anna Tingle, Lauren Traupman, Kate Travis, Addison Wallace, Jamison Wallace, Annaston Watts, Brittany Webb, Ellen Weimer, Madison Wellborn, Luke Wells, Ayden West, Noah Whelan, Ne’Vaeh Wiley, Matthew Willis, Peyton Wirt, Alex Wood, Hunter Wright, Anna Yarbrough.

10th Grade All A: Chase Babb, Madeline Barnwell, Summer Campbell, Kayla Cote, Austin Dodd, Julia Dondero, Samuel Favreau, Garrett Foltyn, Madison Fromherz, Breanna Gillespie, Katherine Harrison, Tane Jeffs, Isaac Kelley, Miriah Keuther, Alexander Kirkman, Matthew Layman, Jaimely Lebron, Ian Lockett, Zoe Lucas, Trinity

Luck, Adam Lyman, Zoey Mattison, Emily Meadows, April Milburn, Katharine O’Neil, Alexander Pearson, Sean Priddy, Carter Quinn, Kaitlyn Rissmeyer, Chase Schuhle, Abigail Seaman, Wesley Stotler, Allison Taylor, Eli Timmons, Ian Timmons, Brandon Vallent.

10th Grade All A/B: Michaela Amburn, Michaela Anderson, Hunter Atkins, Riley Baldwin, Connor Bates, Anabel Bichsel, Carrie Blashfield, Henter Blevins, Albert Bolt, Sadie Bondurant, Ciara Booker, Benjamin Britton, Zoe Broaddus, Elaina Buczkowski, Shauna Callahan, Ashlee Cates, Katherine Cerullo, Benjamin Chancellor, Trevor Coppock, Zander Crossman, Lindsey D’Ambrosio, Rhett Dauley, Jackson Davis, Lyla Davis, Austin Dean, Anthony Donnelly, Cole Donnelly, Ashlyn Dowdy, Kaylee Dowdy, Tyler Dunford, Matthew Duty, Joshua Easter, Christiana Edmondson, James Elam, Thomas Epps, Mia Evans, Sophie Farmer, Kaileigh Field, Mackenzie Flora, Tyler Fox, Skylar Galderise, Austin Gillespie, Olivia Goodrich, Madeline Gordon, Casey Grell, Georgia Griffin, Savannah Griffin, Jamie Hall, Autumn Harlow, Talon Harness, Preston Harold, Cole Harper, Grace Hayden, Victoria Hicks, Trinity Higginbotham, Natalie Hintz, Kendra Hogston-Royall, Aiden Houser, Katelynn Houston, Mason Hughes, Cortney Humphreys, Madalyn Ickes, Tinia Jackson, Madison Jamerson, Zachary James, Mayson Jenkins, Cal Johnson, Grant Johnson, Madalyn Johnson, Ryan Jones, Sarah Kantzler, Owen Kerns, Samuel Kernstine, Andrew Kingsley, Corynn Lampman, Noah Lane, Lindsy Lawyer, River Leynes, Taylor Ligatti, Samantha Lilly, Chelsy Luna, Dillon Mabe, Annabelle Mack, Madeline Mahoney, Gabriel Martin, Karley Martin, Madison Matko, Reese McLachlan, Emily McManus, Thomas Menting, Evangeline Mitchell, Madelyn Mohr, Eli Monson, Aubrey Morgan, Piper Morton, Olivia Moss, Justin Myers, Makenzie Nixon, Jackson O’Quinn, Alex Olah, Valeria Palacios-Marentes, Madison Palmore, Makenzie Parrish, Erin Pell, Cote Phillips, Camdyn Pitts, Rylan Powers, Cole Rakes, Isaac Rambo, Destinee Raynor, Evan Reese, Emily Reimondo, Noel Rhoden, Lauren Richardson, Jacob Riley, Preston Ritz, Luis Rodriguez Palasio, Sophia Rusin, Charisa Russell, Isabella Russell, Mara Rutkai, Leyla Sakrisson, Laura Samuels, Ethan Sargent, Michael Scioscia, Jaila Scott, Evelyn Seaver, Jason Seibel II, Caleb Shust, Kylee Sprouse, Amber Stewart, Michael Tambellini, Brynna Tester, Mason Timberlake, Howard Toft, Ava Tucker, William Tuttle, Jack Valcourt, Pierce Vandell, Leslie Walker, Jaden Watkins, Gracelin Watts, Logan Wilhelm, Abbigail Wilson, Mary Wilson, Sally Woodard, Courtney Woodel, Leeanne Wrenn, Nathaniel Yarhouse, Heath Yohman.

11th Grade All A: Olivia Adams, Christopher Adkins, Sara AkersveenDavis, Emily Allen, Haley Bauer, Nicholas Benton, Gunner Buzzard, Kaleb Cubbage, Alyssa Devereaux, Jessie Fens, Landon Gibbs II, Bethany Gilman, Alyssa Gorman, Evelyn Henard, Braeden Henke, Kalob Hiatt, Irina Hinson, Joshua Holland, Landon Hutchison, Raquel Iga, Margaret Ivey, Ava Kahn, Summer Kantanen, Mary Kimbrough, Brandon King, Hunter King,

Logan Lane, Gregory Langer, Nathan Maliff, Cole Malkerson, Tristan McAteer, Janik Meyer, Luis Nieves Jr., Polly Overboe, Alexander Peloke, Lucy Redlich, Chesed Russell, Delaney Sanders, Amanda Seaman, Tucker Thomas, Parker Unmussig, Sydney Wade, Taylor Watson, Rachel Webb, Cole Whiting, Jordan Wilkerson, LeeAnna Wilson, Colby Wright, Brandon Yoder.

11th Grade All A/B: Addison Adams, Emma Adams, Katherine Adams, Nathan Adkins, Shelby Akins, Monica Alejo, Erin Almond, Ellamae Anderson, Sara Barnett, Emily Beaudoin, Kyla Beyer, Hayden Blisick, Hayley Bonafilia, Paul Bonner, Olivia Bray, Luke Burkhart, Jaden Cabaniss, Alexandra Campbell, Samantha Carraway, Isabelle Carson, Briseida Casarez Hernandez, Angel Cedillo, Ella Chitty, Cameron Christopher, Liam Clancy, Bailey Claus, Sean Cleary, Kayden Cline, Margaret Compton, Jack Connelly, Daniel Cottone, Logan Cox, Terriah Crayton, Kayla Day, Alayna DeMann, Kasey Dillard, Amanda Donbrosky, Matthew Doyle, William Duty, Sofia Engen, Avah Etheridge, Robert Falconer, Brian Ferguson, Taylor FitzSimmons, Samantha Flippo, Gracie Fortenberry, Luke Futrell, Lillian Golden, Chayse Goodall, Jason Green, Wyatt Groseclose, Jacob Hackler, Jaycie Hammer, Reagan Hansen, Tucker Hartz, Dashaun Holder, Joseph Holliday, Richard Huber III, Kendall Humphreys, Austin Hurt, Janae Inglish, Hannah Johnson, Phoebe Johnson, Clayton Jones, William Karanian, Madyson Kelley, Hailey Kingsley, Taylynn Kratzer, Elizabeth Krumpter, Noah Lawson, Ryan Ledlie, Audrey Lennon, Michael Leonard, Camden Lippy, Nicholas Lombardi, Dori Magill, Wyatt Malkerson, Michael Maokhamphiou, Donald Markel, Anna Martin, Mary Martin, Luke Matthews, Rachel McClellan, Hayden McClintock, Johnathan Meade, Sadie Meade, Emily Morales, Hannah Morris, Mariella Moyer, Kaylee Munford, Hannah Newcomb, Carter Nuckols, Morgan Oliver, Autumn Osborne, Charles Osterman, Hannah Palmore, Kyra Pantos, Samantha Pavlish, Sophia Payne, Katrina Pitman, Rebecca Ray, Keeton Reed, Carly Rehme, William Reid, Matthew Reynolds, Gavin Rice, Bristoe Richardson, Berkeley Richter, Natalia Sanchez, Caleb Satterwhite, Kendrick Sheffield, John Simpson, Caleb Skeens, Eddie Slagle, Hayden Stamp, Isabella Stanbach, Cary Stancil, Lindsay Steele, Rebecca Stevens, Emma Stigall, Kanyanut Supasirisombat, Emilee Taylor, Madison Todd, Amanda VanAmburgh, Andrew VanSlyke, Rachael Wade, Conner Walters, Oscar Whitely, Austin Whitlock, Laci Wills, Bryson Wilson.

12th Grade All A: Logan Anthony, Patrick Baird, Davis Bean, Hayden Beasley, Austin Burnett, Hope Burton, Sarah Buser, Kayla Carr, Julianna Cascone, Miranda Dearbeck, Jordan Dudley, Carrie Elrod, Jack Ferguson, Ella Foster, Payton George, Katelyn Glover, Robert Green, Anna Guthrie, Rebecca Harrell, Faith Henderson, Isabella Hoffman, Russell Holland, Joy Johnson, Chase Lanehart, Sarah Law, Sydney Lee, Nina Marsho, Maleyna McCall, Cody McClintock, Keegan McCullough, Callie Mikita, Carter Mikita, Kristen Moore, Tiffany Ota, see HONOR ROLL, pg. 6

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 2910 Genito Rd. Powhatan, VA

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

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

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

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)

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

Advertise in

598-6090

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

Church Directory.

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

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Verizon retailer to donate backpacks on July 31 Contributed Report Round Room, LLC., the nation’s largest Verizon Authorized Retailer, has announced that its TCC and Wireless Zone stores are donating 140,000 backpacks full of school supplies in the upcoming milestone 10th annual School Rocks Backpack Giveaway. In its 10 years of occurrence, the School Rocks Backpack Giveaway has provided more than 1.2 million backpacks full of school supplies to children across the U.S. as they prepare for their upcoming school years. On Sunday, July 31, between 1-4 p.m. local time, more than 1,200 TCC and Wireless Zone nationwide stores are inviting local families to their locations to pick up a backpack filled with pencils, paper, a pencil box, folders, a ruler and glue. One backpack per child present will be given away on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.

Wireless Zone of Powhatan, located at 2490 Anderson Highway, will participate in the event. In addition to the backpack donations, families can enter their students in a sweepstakes to win a $10,000 college scholarship through the giveaway’s Big Impact. Children in grades K-12 are eligible for entry and can be registered at their local TCC and Wireless Zone stores during the School Rocks Backpack Giveaway event. Five scholarships in total will be awarded to randomly selected winners. “For the School Rocks Backpack Giveaway to reach its tenth edition is truly monumental for all of us at Round Room, TCC and Wireless Zone. This event is now an annual staple in communities nationwide and we couldn’t be more proud of how much we’ve been able to positively impact students these last ten years,” said Scott Moorehead, CEO of see BACKPACKS, pg. 7

Quild guild seeks to honor veterans The Country Piecemakers Quilt Guild is once again looking forward to honoring local veterans. Do you know a service member or veteran who has been touched by war that you would like to nominate to receive a Quilt of Valor? If so, the Powhatan-based guild would like to hear from you. Share your nomination by sending the guild a 250-word essay describing the service member or veteran to pooderlil1152@gmail.com or mail it to he Country Piecemakers Quilt Guild, 2579 Walkers Ridge Terrace, Powhatan, VA 23139 along with your contact information.

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that is near and dear to their hearts,” she said. The event participants actually reached the $100,000 goal on June 23 but kept going in fundraising efforts, she said. Corporate sponsorship accounted for about a quarter of funds raised, and that combined with team fundraising, company matches and day-of-the-event proceeds such as luminaries and on-site fundraising. The actual Relay for Life event on June 11 had a good showing this year, raising $10,537 on that day alone, said Stephanie Pugh, the event’s American Cancer Society staff partner. It’s been an outstanding Relay for Life season with teams executing successful team and individual fundraisers that ultimately led to the event hitting goal early this year. Pugh praised the participants’ of the combined Powhatan and Chesterfield event and what they accomplished throughout the year. A big highlight of the season was also the sponsorship committee and other participants more than doubling sponsorship dollars over last year. “We have seen a lot of great success with Relay for

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C R I M E R E P O RT Arrests One male was charged on July 12 with possession of controlled substances (felony) and driving a motor vehicle while intoxicated (misdemeanor). One male was charged on July 12 with violating a protection order (M). One female was charged

on July 14 with petty larceny (M). One female was charged on July 15 with petty larceny (M). One female was charged on July 15 with petty larceny (M). One male was charged on July 16 with destruction of property, monument

Incident report for July 11 to 17 - Incident type & total calls Advice 32 Animal calls 16 Assist 12 Attempt to locate 9 B&Es 2 BOL 2 Child welfare 1 Civil 1 Damaged property 1 Death investigation 1 Deliver message 1

Disabled vehicle 12 Disorder/disturbance 6 Domestic 8 Fingerprints 1 Follow-up 1 Fraud 2 Funeral 2 Gas drive off 1 Gunshot calls 3 Hit and run 1 Investigation 7

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

The Powhatan County Economic Development Department is pleased to announce Three Crosses Distilling Company’s latest wins from The 2021 Craft Distillers Spirits Competition. In the Premium Whiskey category, Three Crosses American Whiskey received a Double Gold medal, and Best of Class honors. A Double Gold is only awarded to those spirits that all judges unanimously award a gold medal. Additionally, Three Crosses Distilling received a gold medal for its Noble Hound Rye

Life events within the American Cancer Society this year. Relay for Life of South of the James was the first Relay in Virginia to exceed goal this year,” she said. Funds raised through events like Relay for Life are providing critical dollars to move the mission of the American Cancer Society forward, Pugh added. There are currently 13 active research grants between UVA and VCU totaling over $7.4 million. “The American Cancer Society directly and measurably improves the lives of people with cancer and their families by focusing on the core area of patient support,” she said. “We help people find answers and resources, whether they want to help reduce their cancer risk, understand a cancer diagnosis and treatment options, learn how to manage side effects, or find transportation or a place to stay at our Hope Lodge communities when treatment is far from home. “We work with health care providers, health systems and public health organizations in the U.S. and globally to reduce barriers for all people across the cancer care continuum, resulting in increased screening and vaccination rates, more effective patient support services, and greater access to treatments and pain re-

Whiskey and a silver for its Noble Hound Dark Rye Whiskey. The distillery also has previously won nearly two dozen awards from many national and international competitions across their product line, including awards from the Great American Spirits Competition, New York International Spirits Competition, American Distilling Institute, Virginia Bourbon Invitational, Sunset International Spirits Competition, Virginia Living’s Best of Virginia, and World Whiskey Awards. These numerous see THREE CROSSES, pg. 7

lief,” she continued. Even as they celebrate the accomplishments of the 2022 season, Johnson said she is already looking to the future and how organizers, teams and the public can make help make the 2023 season even better. Much of the 2023 leadership committee will return, including Johnson, but they are looking for volunteers to fill four key positions: activities and entertainment chair, fundraising and recognition chair, marketing, online and social communications chair, and registration, survivor, and caregiver chair. Johnson said she hopes to have the 12-member leadership committee in place by September for planning and to have team meetings begin in early 2023. The group will be meeting in person, which is crucial for an event this size spreading over two counties, she added. “We are really looking for sponsorships for 2023. We are looking for teams for 2023. I need four strong people for the committee,” Johnson said. Anyone interested in filling one of those positions can contact Pat Johnson at Pat.rflsoj@gmail.com. Laura McFarland may be reached at Lmcfarland@ powhatantoday.com.

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

Muddy Creek BAPTIST CHURCH Baptist Church MOUNT ZION

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

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

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

10 a.m. – Worship Service 8:30 a.m. – Church School

Transport 1 Trespass 2 Unconscious 1 Unknown emergency 29 Vandalism 1 Warrant service 5 Welfare check 5

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

Baptist Church

Rev. Bryan Stevens, Pastor

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Hollywood

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

Larceny Lockout MVAs Panic alarm Pd alarm Phone threat Reckless driver Shoplifting Suspicious Traffic hazard Traffic stop

BUSINESS BRIEF

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

(M) and reckless driving – failure to maintain control (M). One male was charged on July 16 with revocation of suspended sentence and probation (F). One male was charged on July 18 with assault and battery of a family member (M).

Advertise in Powhatan Today’s Church Directory. Call 804-746-1235 ext. 2 for details.

OLD POWHATAN BAPTIST CHURCH 3619 Huguenot Trail Powhatan, Virginia 23139 www.finecreekbaptist.org Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Worship Service: 11:00 a.m. Traditional 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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Barks, Bourbon & Bronze benefits Powhatan Animal Shelter

PHOTOS BY LAURA MCFARLAND

The annual Barks, Bourbon and Bronze Glow to benefit the Powhatan Animal Shelter drew a great crowd on July 21 to Three Crosses Distilling Co. The event, which was sponsored by the distillery and Island Glow Tanning & Beauty, raised $3,070 in monetary donations and over 550 pounds in food and supplies for the shelter. Plenty of people brought their canine companions to the event. Organizers offered appreciation to the local business who donated raffle prizes.

ORCHID “I even got an email from the White House florist saying, ‘they are on their desks just like we talked about.’ … What a compliment, my gosh. They could have anything on their desk and (Dr. Biden) thought it was important enough to have one of our orchid hybrids,” Chadwick said with a grin. It was a big moment in an even bigger tradition. Chadwick has presented every first lady since Hilary Clinton with a cattleya hybrid orchid he has grown. The practice existed before him but not by a single grower. “This is a tradition that was in pieces but there were about six or eight of them that had already been done,” he said. “I was reading about this in old magazines that my father had, and I was like gosh, no one has really picked this thing up; it is just sort of dying on the vine. And at the time Mrs. Clinton was first lady, so that was my first one in 1993.” Currently, 19 consecutive first ladies have had orchids named in their honor – 12 of them by Chadwick – although some of them are additions he did retroactively, such as Edith Wilson, the wife of the 28th president, Woodrow Wilson. “She revolutionized orchids because she wore them wherever she went,” he said of Edith Wilson. For Chadwick, this is a tradition that ignores politics since the orchids are presented to every first lady, regardless of political party. He occasionally gets pushback from people who see a particular presentation of an orchid “in a vacuum” rather than as the continuum he wants it to be. The Brassolaeliocattleya Jill Biden is a somewhat

unique addition to the tradition. Chadwick said he actually named the orchid hybrid in 2013, when Joe Biden was vice president. The couple was from Delaware and so was Chadwick, so he decided to name an orchid in Jill Biden’s honor then. However, throughout Joe Biden’s time as vice president and then again in 2021, the Bidens’ first year in the White House, Chadwick was unable to get an appointment to do a presentation at the same time one of the orchids was in bloom. “For 10 years in a row I have been watching it come to bloom and I try to get an appointment. It has got to be when she is available and the orchid is in bloom. That is a narrow window; that is just a couple of weeks. If she is traveling or whatever, it is not going to happen, and she’s got more important things to do, generally than accept flowers,” Chadwick said. “I mean, on Tuesday, when she met me, she had just come from a two hour meeting with the First Lady of Ukraine (Olena Zelenska) talking about what is going on over there, so the little orchid thing was very minor in her world.” Chadwick gave full credit to Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger for helping him get on the first lady’s schedule. When the orchid came into bloom this year, he reached out and asked if she could help arrange the meeting, which she did. Chadwick traveled to Washington, D.C. the night before to make sure he was at the White House in plenty of time, which was important, especially given how many security checks both he and the orchids had to pass through before meeting the first lady. “The security was unbelievable.” Then getting to have such a fascinating discussion with Jill Biden on a topic he loves, even examining the

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Haven Pope, Corbin Porthouse, Preston Pullin, Hans Rehme, Jacob Rogers, Jasmine Scott, Caitlyn Shelton, Reagan Sinkway, Ella Smith, Madison Spence, Kayla Terry, Kyle Thomas, Nathan Tomlinson, Vincent Torrijos, Brooke Turner Gregory, Hayden Wasson, Reagan Wilkinson.

MEET OSCAR AND OLIVIA

Garrett Albert, Ainsley Alexander, Riley Allen, Shane Allen, Jack Altieri, Lillian Amick, Bryson Amorese, Nathan Anderson, Carmen Andrews, Briauna Anstine, Joshua Atkinson, Neal Bailey, Peyton Baker, Regan Baltz, Delaney Balzer, Ryan Barnett, Isabella Boggs, Byron Bolt, Madison Bradley, Raleigh Braswell, Ivey Brooks, Kyleigh Brooks, Bianca Brumfield, Audriana Buczkowski, Andrew Cheatham, Dylan Coward, Sheyla Daniels, Jade Davis Brown, Marshall Davis Jr., Samuel Davis, Isabella Day, Carly DeLong, Jack Dennis, Natalie Diggs, Trista Domer, Conner Donnelly, Kylie Driscoll, Katie Drumheller, Nicholas Dudley, Amanda Eacho, Sophia Edwards, Abby Elliott, Sean Farmer, Naveah Ferguson, Riley Fletcher, Katlyn Foltyn, Cameron Fox, Owen Franklin, Lindsay Freeman, Kailani Ganaden, Chase Gayness, Anthony Gen-

They were strays that no one came to claim. Male has blue/brown eyes, Female has both blue eyes. Super friendly. If you would like to meet these 2 beauties Please contact us at 804-598-5672.

Colony Construction, Inc. is Hiring! Heavy Equipment & Heavy Duty Truck Mechanic needed at our Powhatan Shop.

P.S. We have some exciting news to share to you! We have been given an awesome opportunity to update our shelter kennels! We are starting our $$Cash for Kennels$$ Fundraiser! Our goal is to raise $100,000 for new kennels for the dogs and cats! Every dollar is greatly appreciated! Donations can be dropped off at the shelter located at 4000 Old Plantation Road or mailed to P.O. Box 133 ATTN Animal Control. In the memo write “$$Cash for Kennels$$”. If you have any questions please call 804-598-5672! 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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Art Chadwick, owner of Chadwick and Son Orchid Inc., presents First Lady Jill Biden with her namesake orchid in a ceremony at The White House on July 19.

flowers in the portraits of the six first ladies that hang in the Vermeil room, was amazing for Chadwick. He said he ended his visit with a tour of the gardens, which was a great way to wrap up a trip so long in the making. “It is a labor of love – 30 years of passion. It is totally a sideline to the other stuff I’ve got going, the everyday stuff, but this really energizes me,” he said. The hybrid is officially registered with the Royal Horticultural Society. The entire first lady orchid collection resides at the Smithsonian Gardens in Washington, D.C., which is where the orchids Chadwick presented last week will go once they are no longer in bloom. Chadwick also keeps a sample of every first lady’s orchid at his green house in case something ever happens to the official orchid.

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Just Kids volunteers make shop welcoming By Laura McFarland Managing Editor

everal weeks ago, I had a truly fabulous shopping experience that was of almost no benefit to me. I am going to start this off by saying I truly enjoy the journey that is shopping second hand. I am fine to go in a regular retail store and look through the carefully coordinated outfits of that season, all pristine and still bearing the tags that often make me want to drop them like a hot potato (the tags, not the clothes). However, in addition to being more expensive, the experience for me somehow lacks the sense of fun that you get when you are perusing the random offerings of a yard sale, thrift store or consignment shop. Do I have items in my closet that, to this day, don’t have complimentary articles of clothing to make them a complete outfit? Absolutely. My closet could reasonably be viewed as a work in progress to some. But for a deal shopper, the thrill of the chase – of finding the perfect shrug for the perfect tank or a gorgeous article of clothing you wonder how anybody could part with – makes it more than an exercise in functionality. I recently took that treasure hunting mindset along on a visit to the Just Kids secondhand shop that May

Memorial Baptist Church opened in June in the church’s youth building. The shop is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Thursdays and Saturdays and sells clothing and shoes only for $2 a bag full. When I was interviewing Sandra Cowles, the driving force behind the shop, about why she wanted to open Just Kids, I was automatically appreciative. She recognized a hole left by the closing of the Clothes Closet, which was formerly operated by the Woman’s Club of Powhatan, and wanted to help one of the more vulnerable populations – parents with young children – impacted by the closing. Since it is a children’s shop that sells only clothes newborn to size 8, it didn’t automatically seem like a natural fit for me. After all, I have no children and all of my nieces and nephews are grown. But I do have a friend who just had a baby in April and has multiple other children. I was eager to stretch my dollars and offer her some quality clothes to lighten the load since there were several years between the newborn and her youngest girl, making for a decided lack of hand-me-downs. I checked with her first, calling to make sure she was OK with secondhand clothes, which she was, saying she trusted my judgement since she couldn’t make it there herself that day. Then I headed over on my lunch break and started searching for cute outfits for a baby girl. I didn’t have to look far, soon having

A healthy dose of separation anxiety By Jim Ridolphi Contributing Columnist

As I sat in a dormitory room and gazed out of a window overlooking Monroe Park, I wondered just how long it had been since I’d been on the VCU campus. After pondering the question, I realized this was my first time on the campus since my graduation decades ago. And for sure, the campus has changed quite a bit since my days spending more time that I should have sitting in Shaffer Court, and what was once a disjointed collection of buildings has transformed in to a beautiful campus, something only envisioned when I attended. My twins, Jack and Emma, are attending VCU this fall, and Jack has enrolled in the Summer Scholar Program to get a head start on his studies. As I visited with Jack and listened to his excited conversations regarding his classes and the start of a new adventure, I was overcome with a sense of pride as I watched him. I’m sure it’s the same sentiment felt by most parents as they watch their children embark on new journeys, begin new adventures and stand on the brink of numerous possibilities and challenges. Whether it’s watching a child move to dormitory or seeing them begin new careers or pursue other interests, it’s a time of transition for both children and parents. But, in Jack’s case, that sense of accomplishment seems more important as I sat in his room and considered the challenges he’s faced on his journey to this college dormitory. I thought back to a dire diagnosis more than a decade ago when every obstacle seemed so impossible and solu-

tions seemed too distant to consider. In the depths of despair those days presented, it was Jack who led me from the darkness of hopelessness to the reality of life and the gift it provides each day. Giving up was always too easy for Jack and never considered an option. He began a steady and determined drive to achieve his dreams, because, in Jack’s mind, not only was anything possible – everything was possible. Certainly, I’m not the only parent saying farewell to children heading to college or other pursuits, and I’m sure the separation anxiety is an emotion felt by parents throughout time. No matter how confident we are in our childrens’ abilities to succeed, it’s always hard to stand back and watch from a distance. Jack’s independence is no different from the thousands of students making the same transition, and our feelings as a family are no more significant than any of those individual stories. But realizing my son’s limitations, the first few days haven’t been easy for those who love and support him. His sisters have taken turns spending evenings and nights with their brother, and his mother makes numerous trips each day to assist Jack. It’s a process, but Jack assures us he’s ready to begin his journey as an independent adult, and we’ve learned not to doubt his tenacity and determination. At the risk of sounding like an over indulgent parent who can’t stop bragging about their kids, seeing Jack in his dorm is one of the proudest moments of my life, and I exited the building with a single thought ran through my mind. You can’t hide happy! 8460 Times Dispatch Blvd., Mechanicsville, Va 23116 Phone: 804-746-1235 Toll Free: 877-888-0449 Fax: 804-344-8746

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a great stack of clothes to help clothe my friend’s baby from late summer into the fall. Even though the friend said she trusted my judgement, I wanted to be sure. So, with the permission and indulgent smiles of the ladies in the shop – Sandra Cowles and Pat Cover – I did a quick video chat with my friend, holding up the little girl outfits with pride. Fortunately, she liked almost all of my choices, which made me feel great because she can be particular. The one outfit she didn’t want for the baby was cute but had sleeves that ride up on arm and can be irritating to them, she told me. As my friend gave the green light on each outfit, Ms. Cover was there to help me take the clothing off the hangers, fold them neatly and put them in the bags. She didn’t throw the clothes in willy nilly – she packed those articles of clothing in the bags like she was maneuvering Tetris pieces to find the right fit and maximize the space. To say I got my money’s worth - $2 a bag – would be a drastic understatement. Everything about the experience was fantastic, but the part that made it the best was Sandra Cowles’ vision for creating a resource that could help families struggling but still wanting to give their children quality clothes and the church’s willingness to let that vision come to life. Laura McFarland may be reached at Lmcfarland@ powhatantoday.com.

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Round Room. “The rising costs of school supplies have made it immensely difficult for many families to adequately prepare their children each school year. Our goal is to alleviate these challenges for as many families as we can through this annual give back event.”

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Backpacks of Love, a nonprofit committed to eliminating hunger in school-age children by providing nourishing food for their weekend, needs help. BPOL is looking for delivery drivers that would be available to deliver on Thursdays. They are in immediate need of a driver to deliver to Cumberland County and or Amelia County. These are great jobs for students looking for community hours. Always accepting food donations of single serve raviolis, spaghettios, apple sauce, cereal, cookies, crackers and more. Contact Kevin Hardy at 804-350-1127. Young people in the 4-H community learn leadership, citizenship, and a vast array of life skills that benefit them for the rest of their lives. Through school-based, after-school, and community clubs as well as camp settings, 4-H members pledge to build a better community, country, and world. The new 4-H year starts Oct. 1 and runs through Sept. 30, 2022, so this is a great time to join a 4-H club! In Powhatan County, 4-H SPIN and project clubs include the following designed for youth ages 9-18: Livestock, Archery, Equine, Dairy Judging, and Shooting Education (waiting list). For our younger youth, ages 5-8 years old, we’re seeking new club leaders interested in starting a second Cloverbud 4-H Club in Powhatan. 4-H School Enrichment programs are also available for homeschool groups. Reach out to Cathy Howland, Powhatan 4-H Extension Agent, at 804-598-5640 or chowland@ vt.edu for details about the 4-H opportunities listed, and/or information on starting new 4-H clubs or programs.

According to the National Retail Federation, American families with school-aged children spent an average of $849.90 on school supplies in 2021 – totaling $37.1 billion spent in America last year on school supplies alone. Round Room is working to ease the strain of rising school supply costs with this annual program through its TCC and Wireless Zone stores nationwide. ery is run by wife and husband team, Michelle and John Davenport, in the heart of the Powhatan Village. Information submitted by the Powhatan County Economic Development Department.

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 804-3729526 or powhatanvafoodpantry@ gmail.com. Powhatan Parks and Recreation is pleased to offer the following at the Pocahontas Landmark Center Gym (4290 Anderson Highway, Powhatan). Keep in mind when county offices are closed for holidays, inclement weather, etc., activities will not be held unless specifically noted: Open Walking Club, Wednesdays, 9-11 a.m.; Open Gym Pickleball, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9-11:30 a.m.; Open Adult Special Needs Basketball, every Monday, 10 a.m.-noon; Paid Momentum Volleyball, Tuesdays and Thursdays through June as well as paid Volleyball Clinics this summer (contact Cindy Bryant by email at momentumvolleyballclub@gmail. com); Paid Pulse Basketball, Mondays and Wednesdays through March 2022. Contact Brian Griffen by email at vicepresident@powhatanpulse. com; Senior Basketball coming in April on Monday nights, so stay tuned for more information as the date get closer; Adult Open Gym Basketball will start back up on Wednesday nights beginning March 16; Open Volleyball will start back in the summer, and we are also hoping for a Pickleball night session once gym space opens up. Continue to follow all COVID-19 guidelines. Everyone will also need to sign a facility use waiver that we will keep on file for one year, and there is a $10 non-resident fee for activities. Remember we ask everyone to wear rubber soled shoes (no

heels) on the gym floor and only allow water in the gym. We are still working on other activities as well. Contact the Recreation Office at 804-598-5275 with any questions or send an email to mshelton@powhatanva.gov or mwoodel@powhatanva.gov.

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 COVID19 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.

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truly understand what happened on those battlefields eight decades ago. “I try to draw it in my way,” Thomas explained about his illustrations. “I don’t draw it detail for detail, but I draw it correctly. Instead of me forgetting the battle I can just look back at the map and trace the tactics.” And as much as he likes learning about the topic, Thomas is equally excited to share about it, which is exactly what he will be doing next week. Thomas is set to be one of the guest speakers at the Community Matters meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 3. He will speak at 10 a.m. on “How luck, bravery and strategy played into winning the Battle of the Bulge in World War II.” The gathering for people 55 and forward, which is free and open to the public, is held every Wednesday at the Rescue Squad Building, 3920 Marion Harland Lane. The Goldens had volunteered before with Community Matters, seeking to assist local seniors. When Thomas was invited to share his passion with Powhatan seniors, he decided to narrow his topic down to one battle. “I think there is a lot of bravery in that battle, a lot of tactics in that battle and a lot of strategy in that battle. I think it is interesting to learn their perspective of

Powhatan County Public Schools wrapped up a summer of enrichment summer camps with Stephanie Wirt’s Light Painting and Photography Camp, held July 18 to 21. Wirt said the campers, ages 13 to 15 years old, explored photography with exercises like colored smoke and freezing water with food coloring in it and then photographing the ice. The campers also played with light painting, which involved colored lights in a dark auditorium.

the Battle of the Bulge,” he said. Jayne Lloyd, program coordinator for Community Matters, said that in getting to know the Goldens through their volunteer work with her group, she saw not only Thomas’ heart for learning but the special quality he brought to the group of seniors. Generations need to encounter each other because intergenerational engagement benefits both greatly, she said. “Our culture has found it needs to be intentional about involving older generations with the younger and vice versa. One of Reach for Active’s goals is to incorporate intergenerational programming and close that gap,” she said. “Thomas is jumping in and sharing what he knows and engaging with another generation, which is not only critical but he’s modeling something pretty spectacular.” Heather Severson, Thomas’ second grade teacher, was not surprised when she first learned her former student would be speaking about a World War II battle to a group of local seniors. She saw firsthand during the last school year how much joy Thomas got out of sharing his experiences with his fellow students. When he would go on a trip or learn something he thought was interesting, he would ask to share it. Severson said she generally agreed when the class schedule allowed because the little boy was so compelling that he could spark curiosity

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in students who wouldn’t generally be interested in some of the topics he discussed. “I see the motivation and the grit to go after and learn it and the confidence to go out and share what he knows. Some kids may know a little bit or be a little interested, but Thomas is constantly reading and learning,” she said. “He would always have a book. As soon as he finished something early for me, he would have a book open and be learning. It was often about military or wars in history.” Having an 8-year-old who wants to pour over books on war that are bigger than his torso caught his parents a little by surprise, especially how consistent he has been in his interest. Having been a former first grade and kindergarten teacher before she had children, Heidi said she saw plenty of young children who were interested in the violence of war, so “when he first started being interested in the wars I was a little apprehensive.” “Then I realized it is really the history and the strategy. He finds that the most fascinating so we have tried to feed that, allowing him to see what is appropriate,” she said. There is an awareness on his parents’ part for what Thomas can appreciate at age 8, Jeff agreed. “His interest seems to be more about tactics and strategies as opposed to reenacting, so that is what we have tried to foster,” he said. Still, they are often surprised by what he is grasping, Jeff added. When Russia invaded the Ukraine earlier this year, Thomas spotted a map on the news and mentioned it in a discussion they were

having, comparing it to a blitzkrieg. “It reminded him of what happened to Poland,” his father said. Thomas’s interest was sparked two years ago on a family trip to Europe that included time in Belgium, where there was an abundance of World War I and World War II history to explore. The family retraced some of the key sites in the Battle of the Bulge – Lanzerath Ridge and Bastogne – as well as the site of the Battle of Liege from World War I. They found the burial sites of family members who died in the war and took photos and etchings at the grave to share with family back home. But the topic that the Goldens thought would surely fade with time has instead only continued to grow. Thomas loves finding new documentaries on the History Channel or one of his favorite YouTube channels, The Armchair Historian. He also loves reading new books on the topic, ranging from a graphic novel series on World War II to large coffee table sized volumes. On a recent extended family trip to Michigan, Thomas took about 30 books the family found at flea markets, discounted stores, book stores, or that people have given to him, Heidi said. Some of the content is likely to show up in Thomas’ Aug. 3 lecture, which Heidi hopes those who attend will appreciate. “I hope there is that generational connection made. There is value that these people bring to the table. I also hope they see part of the younger generation is taking an interest in what has happened in the past,” Heidi said. “I hope Thomas makes some new friends, and I hope he just enjoys sharing what he likes learning about.”

Patricia (Patsy) Llewellyn: A Tribute to Her Eternal Legacy of Love It’s been a year since Patsy Llewellyn of Powhatan was called home by Jesus on July 13, 2021. And, although we know where she is and that she is more alive than ever, it does not lessen the ache of separation. Patsy was the beloved wife of Nelson Llewellyn as well as coowner of Llewellyn’s Towing and Repair in Powhatan, VA, which they started together 40 years ago. Patsy and Nelson were married 59 years. They have four children, three grandchildren, two great-granddaughters, and a great-grandson who will be arriving soon. In addition to her family, Patsy treasured the Lord. She loved sharing her faith anywhere and with anyone. And it was that love and devotion that she poured into her family; one of the many reasons she is so greatly missed. She was also an amazing cook and blessed with the gift of hospitality. She regularly hosted meals and no one ever left the table hungry. And for those of us who were blessed to know her, there is no forgetting that she had a smile that lit up the room and a laugh that was infectious. Patsy, we love and miss you more than words can express. But, thanks to the legacy you have left, we know we will all be together again one day.

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Post 201 falls late in postseason battles By Robby Fletcher Sports Editor

ntering the East Region Championship Tournament of Virginia American Legion Baseball, Post 201 rode a wave of momentum, fresh off a convincing 16-2 victory over Post 361 on Wednesday, July 13, earning the three-seed in their bracket of six teams in the process. The team, which had just one win decided by a single run and a handful of victories where their offense was truly unequaled, had few close calls or tight finishes this season. That is, until they reached tournament play. In games against Post 280 and Post 39, Post 201 had battles that took the full seven innings — and in the case of Post 280, an eighth inning — to find a winner. In the end though, despite playing their typi-

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Post 201’s Reece Hamilton pitched six innings for the team in its matchup against Post 39 on July 19, allowing nine hits and striking out two batters during his appearance.

cal level of quality baseball, Post 201 fell in both contests, first losing 3-2 to Post 280 on Sunday, July 17 and later 8-5 to Post 39

on Tuesday, July 19. In the opening loss on the road, Post 201 allowed runs in the second and third inning that tied the

score 2-2, but held Post 280 scoreless the next four innings in large part due to a terrific performance on the rubber from

Connor Smith, who allowed just three hits in six innings played. The same praise can be heaped on the opposition as well,

who also held Post 201 scoreless in that same time frame. After a two-run second inning that found scores coming from a costly error on the mound that scored in Jacob Barbour and Reece Hamilton while putting Kendrick Sheffield on base, Post 201 faced the same scoring drought as their opponents on the other side of the field, making for a true defensive test that would come down to pitching and the efforts from the fielders waiting for the rare occurrence of the bat meeting the ball. After four innings of offensive chances that left both teams empty-handed, both teams made pitching changes late, with Post 201 turning to Connor Yates in the seventh inning. Yates calmly struck out two batters and saw another head back to the dugout after a ground out to extend the game to see POSTSEASON, pg. 2B

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Powhatan pitcher Thomas Cook was a second team All-Metro member after his senior season with the Indians.

Indians, Knights baseball stars make All-Metro team

The Powhatan Fastpitch Softball Debs AllStar Team had a strong performance in its state tournament, making it all the way to the championship game before falling to Halifax in the final, 11-1. The Debs — who are in the 16-19 age bracket — had a bye week on Friday, July 15 to start the tournament, and then played Amherst on Saturday. Though they opened things up with a 9-6 loss in

that matchup, they’d quickly bounce back, beating Lunenburg on Sunday morning 13-4 with a shot at revenge against Amherst later that night. With a win under their belt and a chance to adjust to Amherst’s play, the Debs stepped up in their second go-around, taking a 10-6 win that placed the Debs in the championship match with Halifax. Though Halifax proved too strong with a title on the line, Powhatan’s runner-up finish was still a positive result against

some quality opponents. The girls poured their hearts out into every game they played, sometimes even to the point of injury, as Courtney Osterman broke her wrist diving for an out in the opening match. Though it was a tough finish in Osterman’s final game of Dixie softball, she went out tough, successfully grabbing that out despite the injury and supporting her team even after the injury. Olivia Hamby also left her mark on the tourna-

ment with a standout showing on the mound, as she pitched 15 innings during the tournament and delivered strike after strike to help get the defense off the field. The Debs roster includes Hamby, Osterman, Sage Anderson, Riley Baldwin, Emily Erdman, Brianna Fox, Savannah Griffin, Nadia Howell, Kota Lewis, Bristoe Richardson, Marilyn Robinson and Hannah Wachtel. They are coached by Chris Bryant, Olivia Bryant and Kiara Berry.

By Robby Fletcher Sports Editor

Richmond Times-Dispatch continued releasing its All-Metro sports teams this past week, revealing the baseball stars from the area that stood out from the pack on Wednesday, July 20. Two Powhatan Indians were featured on the list, with graduates Thomas Cook and Drew Cheatham earning recognition for outstanding senior seasons. Cook was a second team All-Metro honoree as a pitcher while Cheatham was listed on the honorable mention list as an outfielder. Blessed Sacrament Huguenot was also featured on the list for the first time in 10 years, with star graduate Ethan Bishop earning an at-large bid on the honorable mention list. The last Knights baseball player to get an All-Metro nod was T.J. Dobrucky, who made the first team in 2012. Cook was a leader in the bullpen for the Indians in his senior year, helping guide a talented group to a see BASEBALL, pg. 2B

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The Powhatan Fastpitch Debs All-Star Team finished its state tournament run as the runner-up after losing to Halifax in the championship game.

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WHO: CARTER HUBLEY WHAT HE DID: After wrapping up his senior season with the Powhatan boys soccer team, Carter Hubley is continuing to bring in the accolades. Along with teammates Parker Sloan, Fischer Daniel and Colton

Hiatt, Hubley was honored on the AllMetro boys soccer team this past week, being featured on the second team. The star center back was a model of consistency in his time with the varsity Indians, starting every game the past three seasons. He was also a two-time team captain. Rounding out his final season, Hubley recorded two goals and nine

assists from the backline, while also chipping in defensively to hold off opposing offensive attacks. Along with his All-Metro honor, Hubley was also named a second team All-State defender and a first team All-Region honoree. He has committed to North Vermont University Johnson to continue his academic and athletic career.

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Gallery: Moose Family Center hosts golf tournament Staff Reports Powhatan Today

The Powhatan Family Moose Center held its annual fundraiser golf tournament on Saturday, July 23, and despite high temperatures, it was a huge success. Hosted at Mill Quarter Plantation Golf Club with proceeds going to various local charities, 124 people showed out alongside the volunteers that helped run the tournament to hit some golf balls, support a good cause and connect through the game of golf. The Family Moose Center also provided lunch and drinks to the attending golfers during the charity tournament. At the end of the tournament, the winning team featured Chester Ward, Jim Woodson, Cameron Yancy and David Pleasants. The Powhatan Family Moose Center’s headquarters are at 4140 Old Buckingham Road. The center currently has 549 active members.

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Powhatan softball has two players on All-Metro team By Robby Fletcher Sports Editor

After a run to the regional semifinals and a 17-6 record, two Indians on Powhatan softball’s stacked roster were rewarded for their efforts with a spot on the AllMetro Team that was announced on Tuesday, July 19. Pitcher Madalyn Johnson was named to the AllMetro first team after an exceptional sophomore season as Powhatan’s goto option on the mound. Considering Powhatan had eight games decided by two runs or less this

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10-9-1 record. Some of his best baseball came during the team’s three-game winning streak in early May that included a matchup against Monacan where he allowed just one hit and tossing six strikeouts on the mound while also nailing a three-run home run in a 5-2 victory. He was also a first team All-Region member. Cheatham was a steadying presence in the

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an extra inning, but after a double play helped make quick work of Post 201’s first chance to recapture the lead, Post 280 finally got the advantage on their turn at bat, winning the game on a walk on a 3-2 count with bases loaded. Despite losing a tough finish, Post 201 still had more baseball to be played, hosting Post 39

season, it was constantly relying on the efforts of Johnson to strike out batters in late-game situations, and a lot of the time, she delivered. Over 135 1/3 innings, Johnson struck out 214 batters with a 0.716 ERA. She finished with a 12-6 record, threw 15 complete games and logged a .991 fielding percentage. As a hitter, Johnson batted .371 and drove in 16 runs. Madalyn’s teammate Savannah was named an honorable mention outfielder in her final season. Savannah ended an impressive Powhatan ca-

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Powhatan’s Madalyn Johnson (left) was included on the first team All-Metro squad after her sophomore season while graduate outfielder Savannah Johnson (right) was honorable mention.

reer as one of the team’s best athletes in the outfield and a reliable hitter at the plate. Some of her top mo-

ments include a three-hit outing against Clover Hill on May 12, a tworun outing against Eastern View on May 25 and

a two-hit day with a run and a RBI against King George in the final game of the season on May 31. She will continue her

softball career next season at UVA Wise. Robby Fletcher can be reached at rfletcher@ powhatantoday.com.

outfield but will be remembered for his consistency as a hitter and his speed as a base-stealer. Cheatham was also a first team All-Region member alongside Cook. In Bishop’s final season as a Knight, he left his mark on the team as a pitcher and as a slugger. Bishop’s best performance of the season came against Grace Christian School on March 25, as he tossed 16 LEFT PHOTO BY ROBBY FLETCHER, RIGHT PHOTO CONTRIBUTED strikeouts and threw BSH’s first perfect game Left, Drew Cheatham goes to third base in a game with Post 201 on July 8. Right, BSH graduate in its 55-year history. Ethan Bishop stands with Knights baseball coach James Poore. for a chance at a response win. Early on, Post 201 looked like the more motivated unit, jumping out to a 4-0 lead after two innings. Andrew Cheatham opened the scoring after hitting a single on a shot down center field, stealing second and third and later earning a run on a passed ball. With bases loaded, a walk helped Stone Talley make it a 2-0 game. In the second, Talley again made a great play to

contribute to a score, this time nailing a two-run RBI single that advanced Smith and Jody Morris to home plate for a 4-0 lead. With great defense led on the mound by Hamilton and some error-free play in the field led by a handful of great plays by Josh Boelt at shortstop, Post 201 looked ready to run away with the game early, until Post 39’s defense finally settled things down to hold the home

team scoreless for the next three innings while their own offense started to generate hitting momentum. By the end of the fifth inning, Post 39 was able to chip away at the fourrun deficit to make it a 4-3 game. Post 201 was able to cut off the momentum temporarily with another great throw to first base from Boelt and later another bases loaded walk to make it a 5-3 lead, but in

the seventh inning, Post 39 threw a heavy punch that knocked their opponent down. The road team took advantage of a bases loaded situation headlined by a successful bunt to score three runs off walks to take a 6-5 lead, its first lead of the game. With just one out and all of the momentum, a line drive hit led to an attempt at a double play that proved costly, with the ball flying

past first base and leading to two runs to push the lead to 8-5. After finally getting off the field on defense, Post 201 had just one chance to extend the game or take back the lead, and though they gave a commendable effort with a run off a walk and bases once again occupied by Powhatan jerseys, two strikeouts and a caught out ended the game with a come-frombehind Post 39 win.

PHOTOS BY ROBBY FLETCHER

Left, Connor Smith looks to steal for second base. Middle, Joe Gordon catches an out at first. Right, Jody Morris goes up to bat.

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STUDENT NEWS Douglas Floyd named to SNHU Winter 2022 President's List Douglas Floyd of Moseley has been named to Southern New Hampshire University's Winter 2022 President's List. Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum gradepoint average of 3.70 and above are named to the President's List. Full-time status is achieved by earning 12 credits; undergraduate day students must

earn 12 credits in the fall or spring semester, and online students must earn 12 credits over two consecutive terms. Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) is a private, nonprofit institution with an 89-year history of educating traditional-aged students and working adults. Now serving more than 165,000 learners worldwide, SNHU offers approximately 200 accredited undergraduate, graduate and certificate programs, available online and on its 300-acre campus in Manchester.

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Belmont University announces spring 2022 Dean's List students Alexandra Dickinson of Powhatan achieved the Dean's List at Belmont University for the spring 2022 semester. Eligibility is based on a minimum course load of 12 hours (exclusive of audit and pass/fail courses this semester) and a quality grade point average of 3.5 with no grade below a C (inclusive of audit, pass/fail courses and zero-credit courses). Located in Nashville, Tennessee, Belmont University consists of nearly 8,800 students who come from every state and 33 countries to participate in more than 115 areas of undergraduate study, 41 master's programs and five doctoral degrees. Radford University shares names on Dean's List for spring 2022 Radford University has released its Dean's List for Spring 2022. Appearing on the Dean's List is the most prestigious academic recognition RU students can receive for their performance during a semester. Students will be placed on the Dean's List if they meet four specific

criteria. They must have 12 semester hours of coursework graded A-F; earn GPA's of at least 3.4 for all courses not graded on a pass-fail basis; obtain no grade lower than "C"; and no incomplete grades. The following students were included on the Spring 2022 Dean's List: Abigail Shiflett, allied health sciences major from Powhatan; Samantha Rea, chemistry major from Powhatan; Zoe Higley, criminal justice major from Powhatan; Collin Lawson, criminal justice major from Powhatan; Joseph Kaiser, computer science and technology major from Powhatan; Clara Defazio, management major from Moseley; Megan English, management major from Powhatan; Jacob Shelek, management major from Moseley; Katelyn O'Donnell, marketing major from Moseley; Kate Shelek, social work major from Moseley, and Elizabeth Zehner, social work major from Moseley. Radford University is a comprehensive public university of 8,998 students that has received national recognition for many of its undergraduate and graduate academic programs.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING POWHATAN COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION Notice is hereby given, pursuant to § 15.2-2204 of the Code of Virginia, that the Planning Commission of Powhatan County will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, August 2, 2022, at 6:00 PM in the Powhatan County Village Building Auditorium, 3910 Old Buckingham Road, to consider the following request: 22-03-REZC: Shum Homes (District #5: Smiths Crossroads/Trenholm/Provost) requests an amendment of the proffer statement for three parcels designated tax map numbers 23-48, 23-50F, and part of 24-9F (2625 Old Tavern Rd) located near the intersection of Anderson Hwy and Old Tavern Rd. The applicant is seeking to reduce the cash proffer amount from $12,462 (adjusted upward by increases in the Consumer Price Index) to $1,880 (Case #07-04-REZC). The subject properties are zoned Rural Residential – 5 (RR-5) and Agricultural-10 (A-10). The 2021 Comprehensive Plan designates the subject properties as Rural Areas and Protected Lands on the Countywide Land Use Map. Case 21-09-REZ: Stroud Ventures LLC (District 1: Manakin/Flat Rock/ Subletts) requests the rezoning of Tax Map Parcels #43-39B from Agricultural-10 (A-10) District to Commerce Center (CC) District and amendment of the zoning district map of approximately 5.93 acres of land located on the west side of Page Rd approximately 0.2 miles northwest of the intersection with Anderson Highway. This request is being made to allow for the construction of a contractor’s storage office. The 2021 LongRange Comprehensive Plan designates the subject property as Rural Areas and Protected Lands (Route 60 Corridor East Special Area Plan) on the Countywide Future Land Use Plan. The meeting may be watched live by visiting http://powhatanva.gov/432/LiveStream-of-Powhatan-County-Meetings. All Planning Commission meetings are open to the public and interested persons are encouraged to attend on the day and time specified above. Copies of the proposed plans, ordinances, and amendments may be reviewed in the Department of Community Development in the Powhatan County Administration Building (3834 Old Buckingham Road) between 8:30 AM and 5:00 PM of each business day. Copies of staff reports are available prior to the Public Hearing upon request and will be available online at least five (5) days prior to the meeting at http://powhatanva.gov/agendacenter. Please call (804) 598-5621 with any questions.

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lege. Today, Bridgewater College is home to approximately 1,500 students.

Local students on Bridgewater College’s Spring 2022 Dean’s List include: Isabelle Bauer of Moseley, a member of the Class of 2024 and a digital media arts major at Bridgewater. Katelyn Seagraves of Moseley, a member of the Class of 2024 and a(n) health and exercise science major at Bridgewater. Bridgewater College is a private, four-year liberal arts college located in the Central Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. Founded in 1880, it was the state’s first private, coeducational col-

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Students named to Bridgewater College’s Spring 2022 Dean’s List The Dean’s List for the 2022 spring semester at Bridgewater College has been announced by Dr. Leona A. Sevick, provost and executive vice president. More than 550 students were named to the list. Students on the Dean’s List have attained a 3.4 or better grade point average out of a possible 4.0.

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