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Vol. 1 No. 27 | Richmond Suburban News | January 6, 2016

Ted Cruz visits Mechanicsville By Joshua Lewis for The Hanover Local MECHANICSVILLE – The race to the White House recently made its way to Mechanicsville when Republican presidential candidate Ted Cruz, a U.S. senator from Texas, brought his campaign to Life Church on Atlee Road. On Friday, Dec. 18, Cruz included the local visit on his 12-city “Cruz Country Christmas Tour,” speaking to a standing room only crowd of nearly 1,000 supporters. In addition to the hundreds of community supporters, U.S. Rep.

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Republican presidential candidate Ted Cruz, a U.S. senator from Texas, recently visited Life Church on Atlee Road, where he addressed about 1,000 supporters. He is shown with Buddy Thompson, senior pastor of see CRUZ pg. 2 the Mechanicsville church.

CosPlay with Taylor as your host Circles MECHANICSVILLE — Taylor, the Hanover County Parks and Recreation mascot, has his CosPlay costume picked out, do you? Children are invited to join Taylor for some CosPlay fun from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 23, at the Richmond Times-Dispatch plant meeting room, located at 8460 Times-Dispatch Blvd. in Mechanicsville. Unfamiliar with what CosPlay is? Cosplay (Costume Play) is the performance art of dressing up as a character from a movie, book or specific video game. This event will feature special guests to include: superhero trivia with prizes from Stories Comics, Bricks-4-Kidz play zone, comic book design and games with Smart Solutions, caricature drawing by All-AboutFaces, superhero action figure displays and lots more. And, if you don’t have

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CosPlay (Costume Play) with Taylor, Hanover County Parks & Rec’s mascot, will be held Jan. 23 at the Richmond TimesDispatch plant at 8460 Times-Dispatch Blvd. in Mechanicsville.

a costume left over from Halloween or don’t have time to put something together, that’s okay. Come check out the cosplay experience anyway, and enjoy the fun. This unique event is for youth ages 5 to 13 and is only $15 per child; adults accompanying their child are free. To register online, go to: www.hanoverparksrec. com or enroll in person at the Taylor Park Recreation

Complex located at 13017 Taylor Complex Lane in Ashland. For more information, visit Hanover County Parks & Recreation at www.hanovercounty.gov, call 804-3657150 or email parksandrec@ hanovercounty.gov. Information submitted by Nikodemas M. Reikalas, recreation coordinator, Hanover County Parks and Recreation.

Nominations now being accepted for ‘Spirit of Volunteerism’ Awards HANOVER — Nominations are now being accepted for Hanover’s 2016 Spirit of Volunteerism Awards. March 7 is the deadline to submit nominations recognizing outstanding volunteer service throughout our county. These awards allow the community to acknowledge the work for those whose efforts change the lives of many. Anyone may nominate inspiring individuals or groups of any age. Self-nominations also are welcomed. Awards are granted in the following categories:

Spirit of One (honoring an individual over 18); Spirit of Youth (honoring youth or youth group up to age 18 or still in high school); Spirit of Dedication (honoring an individual 60 and over); Spirit of Team (honoring two or more adult volunteers working toward a common cause); Spirit of Family (honoring two or more family members working together toward a common purpose); Spirit of Inspiration (honoring an individual who has volunteered 20 years or more for a specific organization); and Commitment to Community (recognizing a Hanover business that has

demonstrated a sustained commitment to supporting the community). Award recipients will be selected from each category. All will receive an engraved plaque and a financial donation of up to $250 made in their honor to the tax-exempt organization designated on the honoree’s nomination form. The county also will nominate the award recipient for the statewide Governor’s Community Service and Volunteerism Awards. All nominees will be recognized and award see SPIRIT, pg. 3

ASHLAND — Circles Ashland is a new organization working with people living in poverty in the Ashland area, helping them move up to a sustainable income. The organization will be recruiting its first class of Circle Leaders (who are seeking a way out of poverty) and Allies (who provide encouragement and emotional support) this spring. Volunteers will commit to four to five hours per month. People with a strong commitment and an ability to work together with others on a team are needed. Specific needs include: Serving on the Advisory Team Coordinating fund development Recruiting Circle Leaders and Allies Supporting other resource team needs Members of the public are invited to a gathering to learn more about helping. The session will begin with an overview of the Circles Ashland program, then a discussion of the roles and responsibilities of these tasks. The meeting will be held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 7, at the Ashland Branch Library at 201 S. Railroad St. in Ashland. For more information, contact circlesashland@gmail.com or 804496-1212.

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It was standing room only at Life Church when Republican president candidate U.S. Sen Ted Cruz recently visited Mechanicsville. The campaign received a welcome from U.S. Rep. Dave Brat and an endorsement from Ken Cuccinelli, the 2013 Republican candidate for governor of Virginia.

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Dave Brat, R-Virginia, and former Virginia Attorney General and 2013 gubernatorial candidate Ken Cuccinelli also attended. Rev. Buddy Thompson, Mechanicsville native and senior pastor of Life Church, gave the opening statement to the crowd eagerly awaiting Cruz, who is climbing in the polls. “We were honored to be asked to host such a historic event on our campus. Life Church isn’t a stranger to community and civic engage-

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ment, but hosting a presidential contender was certainly new for us. We appreciate the opportunity and believe that the faith community needs to continue having a voice in the important issues of these troubled times that we live in,” Thompson said. The senior pastor’s opening remarks about the rich history that Virginians like Patrick Henry have had in forming our government brought some of the crowd to their feet as he said, “The church has always been a part of shaping our government ... it started in the church, let’s keep it in the church.” Cruz attended the event after first voting in the Senate on the $1.1 trillion omnibus spending bill. Having recently criticized presidential contender U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Florida, for not attending key votes in the Senate, the Cruz camp changed the time of the rally from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in order to be present at the key budget vote. Cruz addressed his Democratic rivals seeking the nomination for president and defeating global terror. “We will defeat radical Islamic terrorism. We will not weaken, we will not degrade, we will

utterly destroy ISIS,” he said. In an effort to win the support of the much sought after evangelical vote, Cruz talked about the importance of religious liberty and vowed on the first day in office to make it clear that “the persecution of religious liberty ends today.” He also said that “every service man and woman has the right to seek out and worship God Almighty with all of our hearts, minds and souls, and their superior officer has nothing to say about it.” Cruz did not fill his speech with many direct remarks at his Republican counterparts seeking the highest office in the nation, he differentiated himself by suggesting that he is the most loyal to his public commitments by saying, “the single biggest difference between me and the other very, very fine men and women standing on that debate stage, is that, with me, when I tell you I’m going to do something, I’m going to do exactly what I say.” After about a half-hour speech, Cruz made his way through the crowd to shake hands and get his photo taken with those wanting that memory of a man who may

one day lead the country. Clinton Lewis, an area firefighter, said, “This was my first presidential rally that I’ve attended and I was really impressed with what I heard from Ted Cruz. I was still unsure which Republican nominee I wanted to vote for and felt that this was a positive way to get personally involved. I feel by hearing Sen. Ted Cruz speak he isn’t just running as a candidate, but he’s presenting a political movement. ” “I have been a fan of Gov. Chris Christie, R-New Jersey, but after listening to Ted Cruz and watching the way he intently listened to people, he seems like an honest man with a real plan to help our country be all that it can be,” Mechanicsville resident Debbie Fuller said. Cruz said he believes that there is still a bright future for Mechanicsville and the rest of the country when he concluded his remarks by inviting the crowd to be a part of his campaign when he said, “If we come together as we the people, then we can and we will, bring back that last best hope for mankind, that shining city on a hill, which is the United States of America.”

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| Crime, Accidents, Fire & Rescue Dec. 20

Suspect stole items on Turkey Road.

Suspect assaulted victim on Burleigh Drive.

Suspect assaulted victim on Monogahela Trail.

Suspect forged bank note on Bell Creek Road.

Suspect trespassed at listed location on Richardson Road.

Suspect used victimâ€™s vehicle without permission on Mechanicsville Turnpike/Cold Harbor Road.

Suspect obtained money under false pretense on Tammy Lane.

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Suspect stole items on Mountain Road.

Suspect stole items on Atlee Road.

Burleigh Drive.

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Suspect assaulted victim on Mechanicville Turnpike.

Suspect stole items on Jupiter Drive.

Suspects assaulted each other on Pebble Lake Drive.

Suspect damaged victimâ€™s property on Sentry Station Road.

Suspect assaulted victim on

Suspect was in possession of controlled substance on Bell Creek Road.

Second Annual Police OďŹƒcersâ€™ Ball to be held Jan. 16 Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND â€“ The Ashland Police Foundation will present its Second Annual Police Officersâ€™ Ball on Saturday, Jan. 16, at the Brock Center on the campus of Randolph-Macon College in Ashland. According to Police Chief Doug Goodman, this event is the main fundraiser for the Ashland Police Foundation. Musical entertainment will be provided by by Kings of Swing.

Heavy hors dâ€™oeuvres will be catered by Chartwellâ€™s Catering. There will be a cash bar and silent auction items from the Ashland business community. Those interested in sponsoring the event are asked to visit http://ashlandpolicefoundation.org/wpcontent/uploads/2015/10/2016-APF-Ball_Sponsorform-w-choice_contact.pdf. Several levels are available. Tickets may be purchased online at http://ashlandpolicefoundation.org/policeball/. Tickets also may be purchased at Cross Brothers

Grocery and Caboose Wine and Cheese. The costs are $50 per ticket or $300 for six tickets and a reserved table. (That option is only available online.) Foundation officers are: Rhett Townsend, president; John Leber, vice president; William D. Hamner, secretary; and Upton S. Martin III, treasurer. Members of the Board of Directors are: Lee Roy Boschen Jr., Meriwether Gilmore, Lou Ann Z. Jewell, Ross Luck, Art McKinney, Kimberly S. Mills, Paul Sikkar and Joyce Smith. Chief Goodman serves as an ex-officio member.

recipients will be announced at the Spirit of Volunteerism Celebration at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 3, at Hanover High School auditorium. This event is free and open to the public. The goal of the celebration is to pay tribute to all volunteers within our community, as well as honor award nominees and announce the 2015 award recipients. Nomination forms for Hanoverâ€™s 2016 Spirit of Volunteerism awards are now available. Online submission information and other details are available at www.hanovervolunteers.org or by contacting the Hanover County Department of Community Resources at 804-365-4300. Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.

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SHLAND — It’s not too early to think about auditioning for the Hanover Idols Competition. Song selection takes time, and this competition takes place every other year. Auditions for the 2016 Hanover Idols are scheduled for Sunday, Jan. 24, 2016. This is the sixth time the Hanover Arts & Activities Center is sponsoring a singing competition for Hanover residents. Two winners were selected in 2014 by a panel of local celebrity judges: Sarah Hopkins was crowned Hanover Idol 2014 and Audrey Kate Taylor was crowned 2014 Hanover Junior Idol. These two “idols” went on to perform at various events in 2014 and 2015, including special appearances at the Ashland Musical Variety Show. Sarah is attending Trevecca Nazarene University and is part of the National Praise and Worship

Institute in Nashville. Audrey Kate is a seventh grader at Chickahominy Middle School, and is featured in many local musical productions, including Virginia Rep productions. Sue Watson and Lorie Foley, who team up every other year for the Ashland Musical Variety Show, are once again producing Hanover Idols. Hanover Idols is open to Hanover residents ages 10 and older. To audition for Hanover Junior Idols, applicants must be 10 to 15 years of age (as of Jan. 1, 2016). To audition for Hanover Idols, applicants must be 16 years of age or older (as of Jan. 1, 2016). Application forms are available at www.hanoverarts.org or by calling 804-798-2728. Sign-up forms are due to the Hanover Arts and Activities Center on Friday, Jan. 15, 2016. The producers will contact Photo courtesy of Lorie Foley applicants to schedule auditions to be held Sunday, Jan. 24, 2016, at the Sarah Hopkins, the 2014 Hanover Idol winner, is shown see IDOLS, pg. 9

performing. Auditions for the 2016 event are scheduled for Sunday, Jan. 24.

Chesapeake Bay Governor’s School receives Urban Award HANOVER — The Chesapeake Bay Governor’s School recently received the 2015 Urban Conservation Award from the Hanover-Caroline Soil and Water District at its annual conservation banquet. Accepting the award were Daniel Dutton, environmental science teacher, and students Madison Coleman and Jarlene Salgado. The Governor’s School was recognized for urban best management practices (BMPs) at its Bowling Green campus. Funded by grants from the Virginia Conservation Assistance Program (VCAP), the practices include a turf conversion to native plants and a planned rainwater harvesting system using two 250-gallon poly tanks.

Urban BMPs play an important role in mitigating stormwater runoff, which can carry sediment and pollutants to the Chesapeake Bay. Native plants are valuable in the ecosystem because they attract pollinators, require less water, and are acclimated to local weather conditions. Rainwater harvesting keeps rooftop runoff on site, providing a free source of water for horticultural or other uses. VCAP is administered by the Urban Committee of the Virginia Soil and Water Conservation Districts.

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Receiving the Urban Conservation Award for the Chesapeake Bay Governor’s School are, from left, Madison Coleman; Daniel Dutton, environmental science teacher, and Jarlene Salgado.

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Rotary Club of Hanover County sponsors essay contest ASHLAND — The Rotary Club of Hanover County is sponsoring the third annual essay contest for interested fifth grade students in Hanover County. The topic of this year’s contest is “Rotary’s Four Way Test and What It Means to the Conduct of my Daily Life.” The Rotary 4-Way Test consists of 24 words that can help us create an attitude and atmosphere in which to better relate, share, and implement ideas. These four questions encourage us to apply principles of truth, justice and caring regard for our neighbors in our relationships with each other. The 4-Way Test asks us to consider these four questions when making decisions about what we think, say or do” 1. Is it truth? 2. Is it fair to all concerned? 3. Will it build good will and better friendships? 4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned? All fifth grade students in Hanover County (public, private, and homeschooled students) are eligible to participate. The essay must not exceed 300 words in length. It may either be neatly handwritten single-sided on white paper or typed. If typed, use Microsoft Word format either Arial or Times New Roman font; print size 12-point; doublespaced; printed on white paper, size 8½ x 11. Do not insert graphics, use of bold, italics, or underlining. The essay must be the original work of the student submitting the essay for competition. Team writing and/ or the use of work written by other sources, even if footnoted, is not authorized. Participating students must sign the pledge on the Cover Sheet stating that the essay is their original work. This signed Cover Sheet must be submitted with each essay. Instructions and Cover Sheet can be found at the Hanover County branches of the Pamunkey Regional Library System (Ashland, Atlee, Hanover, Mechanicsville, Lois Wickham Jones/ Montpelier and Cochrane Rockville Branch), on the Hanover Rotary website www.hanoverrotary.org. or by emailing jomeaker@yahoo.com. Essays will be judged on content, organization and style. The first place winner will receive a $200; second place will receive a $100; third place will receive a $50. Essays will not be returned. Only one essay per student, please. Entries must be postmarked by midnight, Feb. 29, 2016. Send all submissions to: Hanover Rotary Club, PO Box 6451 Ashland VA 23005. For more information about the essay contest and the Rotary Club of Hanover County, visit the club’s website at www.hanoverrotary.org Information submitted by JoAnn Meeker, Hanover County Rotary Club.

2016 Tax season opens Jan. 19 for nation’s taxpayers ATLANTA — Following a review of the tax extenders legislation recently signed into law, the Internal Revenue Service announced that the nation’s tax season will begin as scheduled on Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2016. The IRS will begin accepting individual electronic returns that day. The IRS expects to receive more than 150 million individual returns in 2016, with more than four out of five being prepared using tax return preparation software and e-filed. The IRS will begin processing paper tax returns at the same time. There is no advantage to people filing tax returns on paper in early January instead of waiting for e-file to begin. “We encouraged taxpayers and tax practitioners to take a fresh look at the many benefits of e-filing. Tennessee experienced another record-breaking year with more than 2.5 million e-filed returns, said IRS spokesman Mark Green. “Everyone should try e-file. It’s safe, easy, fast and accurate. I strongly recommend that taxpayers try it.” We look forward to opening the 2016 tax season on time,” IRS Commissioner John Koskinen said. “Our employees have been

working hard throughout this year to make this happen. We also appreciate the help from the nation’s tax professionals and the software community, who are critical to helping taxpayers during the filing season.” As part of the Security Summit initiative, the IRS has been working closely with the tax industry and state revenue departments to provide stronger protections against identity theft for taxpayers during the coming filing season. The filing deadline to submit 2015 tax returns is Monday, April 18, 2016, rather than the traditional April 15 date. Washington, D.C., will celebrate Emancipation Day on that Friday, which pushes the deadline to the following Monday for most of the nation. (Due to Patriots Day, the deadline will be Tuesday, April 19, in Maine and Massachusetts.) Koskinen noted the new legislation makes permanent many provisions and extends many others for several years. “This provides certainty for planning purposes, which will help taxpayers and the tax community as well as the IRS,” he said.

The IRS urges all taxpayers to make sure they have all their year-end statements in hand before filing, including Forms W-2 from employers, Forms 1099 from banks and other payers, and Form 1095-A from the Marketplace for those claiming the premium tax credit. “We encourage taxpayers to take full advantage of the expanding array of tools and information on IRS.gov to make their tax preparation easier,” Koskinen said. Although the IRS begins accepting returns on Jan. 19, many tax software companies will begin accepting tax returns earlier in January and submitting them to the IRS when processing systems open. Choosing e-file and direct deposit for refunds remains the fastest and safest way to file an accurate income tax return and receive a refund. The IRS anticipates issuing more than nine out of 10 refunds in less than 21 days. Find free options to get tax help, and to prepare and file your return on IRS.gov or in your community if you qualify. Go to IRS.gov and click on the Filing tab to see your options.

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Tchaikovsy: Variations on a Rococo Theme to be presented Jan. 17 at R-MC Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND — Metro Collection Series Tchaikovsky: Variations on a Rococo Theme will be performed at 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 17, in the Blackwell Auditorium at Randolph-Macon College in Ashland. The Richmond Symphony and music director Steven Smith will present the concert as part of the Metro Collection Series. The performance includes selections from Ives, Tchaikovsky, Needham and Haydn and features Richmond Symphony principal cellist, Neal Cary. In describing his first experience with Tchaikovsky’s Rococo Variations, Cary said, “It was the first piece I studied under Leonard Rose while a student at Juilliard, which was certainly scary! Rose (world-famous for his interpretations of Romantic music, such as Tchaikovsky) was intimidating in his manner, but I soon found him to be totally devoted to his students, who he nurtured to the best of his ability. I have taken my unforgettable learning experience as a student of Leonard Rose, and have now added my own stamp of interpretation to this piece – including some

interpretive ideas, which are truly unique. An extraordinarily difficult work, it will be interesting to see if I still have the technique at 61 that I had in my 20s. I certainly will have mature interpretive skills to bring to bear for these performances!” A free pre-concert talk will be held from 2 to 2:30 p.m. in the Dollar Tree Community Room on the second floor of Brock Commons. Ticket prices are $20 for adults, $18 for seniors, $10 for children and $5 at the door for college students and faculty with ID. The concert is sponsored by the Cauthorne Paper Company. About the Richmond Symphony Founded in 1957, the Richmond Symphony is the largest performing arts organization in Central Virginia. The organization includes an orchestra of more than 70 professional musicians, the 150voice Richmond Symphony Chorus and more than 260 students in the Richmond Symphony Youth Orchestra programs. Each season, more than 200,000 members of the community enjoy concerts, radio broadcasts, and educational outreach programs. The Richmond Symphony is partially funded by the Virginia Commission for the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts.

Seventy percent of the nation’s taxpayers are eligible for IRS Free File. Commercial partners of the IRS offer free brand-name software to about 100 million individuals and families with incomes of $62,000 or less; Online fillable forms provides electronic versions of IRS paper forms to all taxpayers regardless of income that can be prepared and filed by people comfortable with completing their own returns. The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) offer free tax help to people who qualify. Go to irs.gov and enter “free tax prep” in the search box to learn more and find a VITA or TCE site near you, or download the IRS2Go app on your smart phone and find a free tax prep provider. The IRS also reminds taxpayers that a trusted tax professional can provide helpful information and advice about the ever-changing tax code. Tips for choosing a return preparer and details about national tax professional groups are available on IRS.gov.

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What will changes mean to supervisors? By Melody Kinser Managing Editor

ight as well take that leap and say there will be those who will say “Well, she’s lost it now.” With the new year comes some changes with the Hanover County Board of Supervisors and this writer has chosen to be optimistic about the two newcomers and the returning incumbents. Certainly new to the lineup is a Democrat representing the Ashland District. Faye O. Prichard brings to the supervisor’s position many years as mayor of the Town of Ashland, as well as serving on Town Council. Also new to the board is Scott Wyatt, who is representing the Cold Harbor District. Prichard takes the seat formerly held by G. Ed Via III, while Wyatt fills the vacated seat of longtime supervisor Elton Wade. Via and Wade decided not to seek re-election last year. The incumbents coming back to the supervisor’s office are Sean Davis, Henry District; Wayne Hazzard, South Anna; Angela Kelly-Wiecek, Chickahominy; Canova Peterson,

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Mechanicsville; and Aubrey “Bucky” Stanley, Beaverdam. This marks the second term for Davis, Hazzard, Kelly-Wiecek and Peterson. Stanley was first elected to the board in 1983. All of them ran unopposed in November. With the start of 2016, I’m going with the glass half full attitude. Let’s see what this board of supervisors will do in the coming year. In the meantime, we’ll continue to cover their meetings, interview them individually or as a group when topics of interest or controversy arise, and we will do our very best to keep you informed. Transparency on the part of government and our commitment to reporting the news go hand-in-hand. So, let’s see what happens at 3 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 13. A new day is dawning in Hanover County. Again, optimistic is the word. Adhering to resolutions Once again, the priority on the resolution list is to lose weight. It’s so easy to slide back into old (and bad) eating habits (with no excuses). We’re officially back on track and dedicated to a healthy, active lifestyle.

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Enjoying a tropical holiday By Jim Ridolphi for The Hanover Local

day prevented snowmaking operations, and there wasn’t a hint of the real stuff in the air. On the plus side, energy officials estimate the warm weather equates to savings of millions of dollars, as furnaces remained dormant and fireplaces were used only for decoration. On the downside, the extra oil adds to a global glut of petroleum and lowered costs mean challenging times for America’s emerging energy sector. Workers who depend on cold weather for livelihoods also are affected by the holiday heat wave. The summer-like setting did not deter thousands of people from enjoying the lights and displays in downtown Richmond, and officials reported record numbers of visitors to Blackstone’s famous train exhibits and holiday activities. Likewise for Williamsburg, where visitors enjoyed all the festivities of the season, including the Yule Log, without the need for long underwear or layered costumes. Costumed carolers roamed the historic streets to the delight of visitors who stopped to enjoy their rendition of our favorite songs, many of them cold weather-themed, all with a bead of sweat rolling off their foreheads. Closer to home, the warm weather

My family had originally scheduled a trip to Florida to enjoy Christmas with family in Tampa, but decided the schedule was just too tight to accommodate a quick trip South. As it turned out, it felt like Florida here in Virginia as temperatures soared near 80 degrees on the days surrounding Christmas, and the heat wave is showed little sign of collapsing as the new year approached. The weather was the talk of the season as shoppers hurried through crowded shops to complete last-minute purchases. The atmosphere in the shops was pleasant enough, and the brilliant lights and holiday music could almost make one forget the spring-like temperatures outside. The warmest Christmas on record provided its share of advantages, and, predictably, an equally long list of negative impacts on the holidays. Outdoor skating rinks struggled with the rising thermometer and worked overtime to keep ice from turning into slush. Skaters enjoyed the ice dressed in t-shirts and shorts in many cases. And Virginia’s ski industry didn’t break any records for the Christmas season either, as warm temps in the

allowed us to take in neighborhood decorations on foot, something we’d never done before. And I’ll have to admit completing those last-minute chores before Christmas seemed easier without the coat and gloves. But, there is a downside. The entire inventory of sleds, scrapers, gloves, hats, boots and snowboards that rested under trees and stuffed in stockings have to wait a few days to get a thorough test. New bicycles and scooters fared far better. The warm holidays also offered opportunities to establish new traditions, like grilling out in late December. And even if songs like “Frosty the Snowman” did not evoke the same frigid memories with the car windows down and warm breezes blowing, this season did offer a new experience for most of us. It also confirmed the reasoning behind the flight of snowbirds South each year to dodge the falling temperatures. I get it. For those who lamented the loss of snow-blocked sidewalks and frozen windshields, your time will come and much too soon for most of us. In the meantime, enjoy the warm weather respite and remember … the cold and flu season is right around the corner.

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Reminder: keep dog on a leash (Editor’s note: This letter, which refers to particular days, was received Wednesday, Dec. 23, 2015.) OK, dog owners . . . For the past four days we’ve seen two wandering pit bulls in front and behind our house, and yesterday — while walking our dog — I found out that two German see LETTERS, pg. 7

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shepherds were loose in the neighborhood after getting out of their yard. We walk our dog daily in our nice quiet neighborhood on a leash. Now, I have no idea if any of these dogs are digging their way out, or jumping a fence, or simply walking out of the house through an open door. Our own dog is an escape artist, so I know dogs have ways. We found this out during my second walk with him when he got out of his harness. We changed harnesses and hooked a second leash. Double-leashing him works great, and it resolved that problem. My dog is quite young and still pretty impulsive around other dogs, so my nightmare is to find a loose dog that wants to pick a fight. And even if he doesn’t want to pick a fight, I don’t want to face a loose dog with my excited pup on a leash. I fear for him, the other dog . . . and for myself! Too often during our runs or walks I encounter unleashed dogs. Last night, there was a man working on his car with a little dog happily bouncing around. No leash. Two weeks ago, a medium dog came running towards us — no leash — while the owner screamed at him to stop. Yeah, right! The dog came baring teeth and went directly for my leashed dog. A small fight ensued, with me in the middle of it getting wrapped up in the leash. Another neighbor came to help. And a few weeks ago, a beagle chased us while barking for a good block very early in the morning. He would not leave us alone, and then

I had to wait to make sure he made it back home (now, is it my obligation to ensure these loose dogs go back to the safety of their homes? I do not think it is). There also is a pit bull and a German shepherd that roam free while their owners are outside, enjoying the weather, or cutting the grass. I have no doubt they are both awesome dogs, but having our dogs in a leash is the law — at least here in this county. Even if they are cute and fluffy, or well trained, or very old and weak, or really good with people and other dogs . . . the law makes no distinctions Furthermore, it is up to us — owners — to make sure our homes and environment are safe and secure. Please check your fence the next time your dog gets out. f your dog is a digger, there are great tricks to keep him from doing so (bury his own poop and/or inflated balloons in his favorite digging spots!) For all of you who follow the rules, thank you. I look forward to seeing you and your pets around our town. The leash law went into effect June 30, 2010, in Hanover County, prohibint dogs from running free to help cut down on rabies. The law already applied yearround in Hanover’s more populated areas. Pets also must have a current county license tag affixed to their collars. For more information, visit http://www.hanovercounty.gov/Animals/PetLaws — Regulations/ Maria Quintas-Herron Mechanicsville

in response to the Dec. 23, 2015, letter. Donald Trump is not spreading fear or hatred in the nation: ISIS is spreading fear and hatred. And the fact is, whether anyone likes it or not, ISIS is spreading fear and hatred in the name of Islam. ISIS says that, not me. Donald Trump did not create ISIS. Nor did Mr. Trump create the $19 trillion federal deficit, the huge illegal immigration problem this country faces, or any other national security issue. In fact, Donald Trump warned the George Bush administration and the government not to go into Iraq to begin with. As Mr. Trump has stated many times, the reason he said not to invade Iraq is that doing so would destabilize the Middle East. Mr. Trump was correct in his warning then, and is still correct now. And because he is correct, his opinion and his warning now should at least be considered.

In fairness to Mr. Trump, he has stated repeatedly that he has several Muslim friends and that they are good people. He proposed a temporary ban on non-citizen Muslims traveling into the United States from other countries until our leaders could figure out what is going on. Why? He says that it’s a national security issue, not a religious issue. When the Islamic Republic of Iran kept American hostages in 1979, Jimmy Carter (a legally elected president and a member of the Democrat Party) ordered that all Iranians on visas report to the Immigration office. Many of those Iranians were deporte3d by our Democrat president. Carter wasn’t spreading fear or hatred; he was showing his concern for the national security of our county. Franklin D. Roosevelt (another legally elected president and also a member of the Democrat Party) ordered

Japanese Americans to internment camps during World War II. He wasn’t spreading fear or hatred either. This Democrat president was concerned about the national security of American citizens also. There are many Muslims in our country who are very good people and some are my friends also. Mr. Trump has never spoken negative about any Muslim who loves our country, nor has he ever spoken negatively about the religion of Islam itself. He has spoken out against the violence that is being carried out. The truth is that ISIS recruiting has nothing to do with Donald Trump and it never has. The Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS) has already declared war on the United States and it did so long before Mr. Trump announced he was running for president. ISIS is a group so large that even President Barack

Obama calls it the “Islamic State” (the first two letters of ISIS). Our leaders should take steps to protect American citizens first and foremost, over and above any foreigners wishing to travel here. Also for the record, Mr. Trump has stated that some exceptions could be made for some Muslims that are not any type of possible security risk. To clearly show that it is not Trump who is spreading hatred, consider the following: If none of the horrendous murders dating back to 9/11 had ever occurred, Mr. Trump would have no reason to propose a travel ban of foreign Muslims into our country, would he? So it is not Trump who is spreading fear or hatred, it is ISIS and the self-proclaimed “jihadists.” Similar to what two Democrat presidents have previously done, Trump is proposing one possible solusee LETTERS pg. 9

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OBITUARIES | Death Notices & Funerals WILBUR COFFEY JR. Wilbur “Bill” Hayden Coffey Jr., 69, of North Chesterfield, passed away after a brief illness on December 21, 2015. A native of Goochland County, Bill was born in Richmond on January 7, 1946, the oldest son of Bill and Kathleen “Kitty” Coffey. Bill was a retired Human Resource Director for the Commonwealth of Virginia, serving at Central State Hospital for 22 years and a retired high school footCOFFEY ball coach at Monacan High School in Chesterfield. For years, Bill was associated with the Chesterfield Quarterback League as a coach and Assistant Division Commissioner. Prior to becoming a coach at Monacan High School, Bill served as the League’s Northern Division Commissioner. In addition to coaching football, Bill was active his entire life coaching baseball, basketball and softball at the youth level. He also coached JV baseball and Varsity tennis at Monacan prior to his retirement from football. Bill was a musician, singing, playing guitar, keyboard and drums growing up. He was a member of the rock band “The Governors” for years, prior to entering the U.S. Navy in 1966 during the height of the Vietnam War. Before and after his military service, Bill attended Virginia Commonwealth University, majoring in History, and, in 2007, he attended Averett University, majoring in Business Administration. Bill’s HR experience included employment with the City of Richmond, VCU/MCV, the State Office of Housing and the Department of Human Resources for the Commonwealth, in addition to his service with Central State Hospital. Prior to being hired by GM in 1978, Bill was a construction contractor in Fredericksburg. He was proud to be the first Virginian to be employed by GM’s Delco-Moraine Division, when they opened a plant in Fredericksburg. Bill was a diehard Washington Redskins, Atlanta Braves, VCU Ram and Monacan Chief fan. Bill was preceded in death by his father, Wilbur “Bill” H. Coffey Sr., and mother, Kathleen “Kitty” Pace Coffey; his grandparents, Horace Justin Coffey and Maggie Mae Haden Coffey and John William Pace and Mary Singleton Parrish Pace of Goochland. He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Prim; five children, two sons, Richard Hayden Coffey and his wife, Beth Ann, of Hawkinsville Georgia, Justin Hayden Coffey and his wife, Catherine “Cat,” of Chesterfield; stepdaughter, Melinda B. Carson

and her husband, Randall, of Chesterfield; two stepsons, William M. Belcher II “Mike” and his wife, Trudy, of Beaverdam and Bryen E. Belcher and his wife, Deidre, of Hanover; one brother, John David Coffey of Louisa; 16 grandchildren, Sarah, Anthony, Garrett, Casey, William, Grant, Ellie, JJ and Mason, all of the Richmond area, and Hayden, Josh, Anna Katherine, Ethan, Reid, Claire and Charlotte of Georgia; in addition to numerous other cousins, family members and friends. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Monday, December 28, 2015, at Woody Funeral Home-Huguenot Chapel at 1020 Huguenot Road in Midlothian. A graveside service followed at Byrd Presbyterian Church at 2229 Dogtown Road in Goochland. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Byrd Presbyterian Church or to the “Coach Coffey Scholarship Fund,” c/o Union Bank, 11361 Midlothian Turnpike, Richmond, VA 23235 or any Union branch.

RUTH HALL Ruth Christine Hall, 69, of Beaverdam, died peacefully in her sleep on December 23, 2015. She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Mary Harper; and sister, Mary Moran. She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Joe Ben Hall; children, Rebecca Byiers, Shirley Price (Phil), Joseph Hall (Rose), David Hall (Linda) and Brenda Hall; 11 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren; brother, Richard HALL Harper (Sherry); sister, Jody Matthews (Irvin); and extended family and many friends. Ruth was a dedicated Hanover County school bus driver for 38 years. She was a member of Oak Grove Wesleyan Church in Montpelier. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Monday, December 28, 2015, at Oak Grove Wesleyan Church at 16354 Woodman Hall Road in Montpelier. Interment followed in the church cemetery. Nelsen Funeral Home, Reid Chapel, at 412 South Washington Highway in Ashland was in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be registered at www.nelsenashland.com.

CAROLINE SHARPE Caroline Elizabeth Sharpe, 34, of Montpelier, died peacefully at home on Saturday, December 26, 2015. She is survived by her husband, Dustin John Eastvold; two precious sons, Caleb, 12, and Gabriel, 4; two stepchildren, Haylee Somerman and John Eastvold; her parents, Chuck and

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Marsha Sharpe; sister, Emily S. Parker; and niece, Emma Grace Parker, all of Montpelier; grandfather, Rev. R. Berkeley Garnett of Richmond; and grandparents, Ronald and Helen Sharpe of Mineral. A memorial service was held at 3 SHARPE p.m. Friday, January 1, 2016, at Berea Baptist Church. A private graveside service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Caleb and Gabriel’s education fund through Chuck and Marsha.

JAMES TEETER James Leonard “Jim” Teeter, age 92, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 20, 2015. He was preceded in death by his great- grandparents, Sally and George Washington Teeter; his grandparents, Jennette and Wilson Teeter; his parents, Lexie and William Darrel Teeter; and his sister, Carrie “Sue” Furr Bostian, all formerly of Charlotte, North Carolina. Jim is survived by his wife, Doris Higgins Teeter. Daughters include TEETER Linda Barnett, Donna Johnson and Rena Kozden and husband, Daryl. Grandchildren include Dr. Lori Barnett Sweeney, M.D., and husband, Eric Sweeney, of Richmond; Christopher Lin Johnson and wife, Dana, of Richmond; and Sally Mayberry of Fredericksburg. He was blessed with 13 great- grandchildren. A funeral and memorial service were held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, December 30, 2015, at St. Giles Presbyterian Church at 5200 Grove Avenue in Richmond. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial gifts be made to the Blue Ridge School, 273 Mayo Drive, St. George, VA 22935, or to St. Giles Presbyterian Church. Jim was born in Charlotte, North Carolina, on November 26, 1923, and moved to Virginia in 1934, enrolling in Blue Ridge School. In 2002, Jim wrote and published, “An Orphan’s Safe Haven,” a book detailing his childhood memories and the six years at the school. Jim’s career in the healthcare field culminated with the development of Hanover Manor, an assisted living facility in Ashland. Jim was one of the key developers of Hanover Manor and remained active in the partnership until his death. Jim had a wonderful spirit, sense of humor, and keen mind, which he maintained throughout

his senior years. He loved family and his marriage to Doris was a key blessing in his life. Jim was a faithful servant of the Lord and he always encouraged others to trust in Jesus Christ.

CHARLES F. TUNSTALL Charles F. Tunstall, of Ashland, departed this life December 27, 2015. He is survived by his wife, Anne Marie Tunstall; one son, Shawn F. Tunstall; daughter, Trudy A. Mixon; six grandchildren; one sister, Mabel (Clarence); cousins; one brother, James Edward (Martha) Tunstall; motherin-law, Laura Johnson; one aunt, Eva Smithers; several nieces and nephews, four sisters-in-law, five brothersin-law, a host of other relaTUNSTALL tives and friends. Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. Saturday, January 2, 2016, at Second Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Hanover. The Henry W. Dabney Funeral Home at 518 North Washington Highway in Ashland was in charge of arrangements.

CAROLYN WATKINS Carolyn Nevin “Chick” Watkins died on December 28, 2015. She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Romaine Nevin; a brother, John Robert Nevin; and a grandson, James Street. She is survived by her husband of 66 years, George D. Watkins, and by three children, Bobbie Street (Tom) of Ashland, Dr. Paul B. Watkins (Joanne) of Chapel Hill, North Carolina, and Ann Peters of WATKINS Mechanicsville; six grandchildren, Wendy Sittner, Hilarie Koch (Matthew), Bobbie Ann Peters, Billy Peters, Andrew Watkins and Melanie Watkins; and one great-grandchild, Magnolia Paige Koch. She was born on March 2, 1926, in Scranton, Pennsylvania, but grew up in Boston, Massachusetts, graduating from Newton High School in 1943 and Boston University in 1947. Following graduation, she taught at The Stuart School in Staunton. In 1949, she married George, a graduate student in physics at Harvard University at the time. She spent the next 23 years raising their three children in Schenectady, New York. During this time, she enjoyed tennis, skiing see OBITUARIES, pg. 9

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tion to help solve a national security problem. Mr. Trump believes peaceful American Muslims have every right to their own faith in our country. He also believes in helping the poor and the needy. Here’s proof. Only Donald Trump has outlined a clear position in writing on how to help the wounded warriors and the veterans of America. While our veterans suffer for lack of resources and poor health care at times, Mr. Trump has spoken out on their behalf, and he also outlined his position to improve the Veterans Administration (VA) at DonaldJTrump.com. He recently used his own money to give a speech in Norfolk about how he wants to help our veterans. I was there and I found it to be extremely compassionate. Mr. Trump also has proposed a zero percent federal income tax rate on those who earn less than $25,000.00.

duced Richmond, Mechanicsville, Glen Allen and Ashland to the auto-servicing center. Since opening, this Mr. Transmission Milex® location has achieved an Award of Excellence every year for 10 years straight. Phil, franchisee, leads a team of local technicians who strive for excellence in servicing their surrounding community. Linda, franchisee, also teaches at Lee-Davis High School.

In Trump’s book “Crippled America,” he writes about improving our nation’s health care system while making health care accessible for the poor and for people who can’t care for themselves. How about helping the needy Muslims in Syria? Mr. Trump proposed that our government help build and maintain a “safe zone” in Syria, as well as provide humanitarian aid for the Syrian refugees, a population that is estimated to be 97 percent Muslim. Mr. Trump has no problem helping those Muslims, does he? It recently has been reported that ISIS has stolen hundreds of passports from Syrian government facilities. What could happen if ISIS soldiers use those passports to travel to the United States and carry out their “jihad” on American citizens? Think about that. This country has absolutely no obligation to keep its borders open to all foreigners when the risk of jihad and murder is so high.

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Hanover Arts & Activities Center. Judging will be based on vocal ability, performance standards, stage presence, power to evoke emotion, and suitability for the Ashland Musical Variety Show and other public venues. All varieties of music are encouraged, including, but not limited to, show tunes, church music, gospel, opera, rap, hip/hop, pop, folk, country, etc. “We want to stress that our local celebrity judges are friendly, talented and nurturing,” Watson said. Candidates are encouraged to sing with musical accompaniment, Karaoke CD, or a cappella for the two-minute audition. Fred Horn, music director at Berea Baptist Church in Rockville, will provide piano accompaniment for the actual competition. The 2016 Hanover Idols Junior Competition will take place at 3:30 p.m. Sunday, March 6, 2016, at the Ashland Theatre. Doors will open at 3 p.m. The 2016 Hanover Idols Competition will take place at 7 p.m. Sunday, March 6, 2016, at the Ashland Theatre. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. Donations of $10 will be accepted at the door for both shows. For more information, contact Lorie Foley at 804-339-6175 or loriefoley@comcast.net or Sue Watson at 804-402-0296 or watson240@aol.com. All proceeds benefit the Hanover Arts & Activities Center, a nonprofit organization.

and sailboat racing. After their children began to grow up, she went back to school at The College of Saint Rose in nearby Troy, New York, to obtain a degree in elementary education and taught at Brown School in Schenectady. She also served as director of the local area Fresh Air Summer Vacation Program for disadvantaged New York City children. Her next 30 years were spent in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, where her husband taught at Lehigh University. There she obtained her master’s degree in reading education, and had a career as a reading specialist. After retirement, she continued to volunteer in reading, ESL and GED programs in the community. She and her husband traveled worldwide and spent a year in Oxford, England, with the whole family, a year in Stuttgart, Germany, and three months each in Lund (Sweden), London (England) and Freiburg (Germany). In 2005, she and George moved to Cedarfield to be closer to their children. She was a lifelong lover of bird watching, reading, crossword puzzles and word games, but her passion was playing early music (piano, harpsichord, recorder and viola de gamba). Plans for a memorial service are in progress. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the James Street Memorial Fund, Hanover ARC, P.O. Box 91, Ashland, VA 23005. The family wishes to thank the staff at Cedarfield Health Care Center for their skilled and loving care.

In the previous Dec. 23 letter, the quote from Jesus doesn’t reflect the issue properly. First, Jesus always pointed people to himself for salvation. Jesus said in Matthew 11:28, “Come to me, you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” And second, Jesus never said anything about inviting some people into our house who want to kill us. Unfortunately, there are people in our country who do not love America. However, no one loves this country more than Donald Trump. He has sacrificed his personal business and time with his wife and children to help the country. And he is the only candidate using his own money for his campaign. Americans should be thankful that we have a true American patriot running for president; a patriot who loves our country so much that he is willing to endure the insults that follow when he speaks out on how to keep our country safer. Michael Herzberg Mechanicsville

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CALENDAR | News, Updates & Listings Wednesday, Dec. 30 to Thursday, Dec. 31 “Christmas Gifts Spectacular,” a Windemere Art Gallery Show, featuring Robert Duggan and Michael Martin, is being held from noon to 4 p.m. at 6162 Mechanicsville Tpk. in Mechanicsville. For more information, call 804-730-0384.

Monday, Jan. 4 The next monthly team meeting of Mechanicsville Relay For Life will be held at 6 p.m. at the Messiah Lutheran Church at 8154 Atlee Rd. in Mechanicsville. Lisa Goodall, community manager, Relay For Life, South Atlantic Division, American Cancer Society Inc., said the meeting is open to anyone interested in learning more about Relay For Life. For more information, contact Goodall at 804-397-9922 or visit www.relayforlife.org/mechanicsvilleva.

Saturday, Jan. 9 Mechanicsville Community Salt Fish Breakfast will be held from 8 to 9:30 a.m. at the Enon United Methodist Church at 6156 Studley

Rd. in Mechanicsville. The cost is $7 for adults (which includes fish) and $3.50 for children under 12. The family limit is $16. The menu includes salt fish and the usual breakfast items, eggs, bacon and sausage gravy. Proceeds support Heart Havens Fund (residential housing for those with intellectual disabilities). For more information, or to make reservations, call 804-746-4719 or 804-730-4956.

Wednesday, Jan. 20 Call Federal Credit Union will host a Shred-a-Thon from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Hanover Branch at 9397 Atlee Rd. in Mechanicsville. Members of the community are invited to shred documents and join in refreshments of free hot cocoa and cookies. There also will be a chance to win an Apple iPad Air2.

Monday, Jan. 11 The Hanover High School Counseling Department and PTSA are partnering to offer an evening program at 6 p.m. in the auditorium called “Planning Your High School Program.” Diploma types, requirements and strategies to select the best

academic pathway for your student will be shared. All parents and students are welcome to attend.

Sunday, Jan. 24 Charles Bryant, past president of the Virginia Historical Society, will speak at 3 p.m. at the Ashland Library. He will discuss “The History Crisis in America – Myth or Reality.” He also will sign copies of his new book, “Imperfect Past – History in a New Light.” Bryant’s appearance is being presented by the Ashland Museum.

Monday, Feb. 1 Applications are now being accepted for the following programs for the 2016-2017 school year, which are specifically intended for rising 9th through 11th grade students: The Advance College Academy (http://goo.gl/forms/N9mhbDFvls) The Health Sciences Specialty Center (http://goo.gl/forms/ 0ZYxAdXC4N) The Hanover Center for Trades and Technology (http://goo.gl/forms/ Zb7qPG3OrF) International Baccalaureate (http://goo.gl/forms/krQC90avyX)

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Ongoing Families Anonymous Support Group meets from 7 to 8:30 p.m. every Monday at the Episcopal Church of the Creator at 7159 Mechanicsville Turnpike in Mechanicsville. The group is a self-help fellowship for the friends and family members of addicts who are in need of understanding and healing themselves. For details, call Sandy at 804-730-4812 or email sandy.leigh@verizon.net. Overcomers Outreach and Women’s Codependency, a Christcentered anonymous support program offering hope and healing for recovering alcoholics, addicts and their families meet every Monday at 7 p.m., at the Mechanicsville Christian Center at 8061 Shady Grove Road in Mechanicsville. For more information, call 804-366-9645 or email kjfaith1@gmail.com.

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Tuesdays General cancer support group meets from 9:30 to 11 a.m. in the Cancer Resource Center in Medical Office Building 1 on the hallway leading to VCU Massey Radiation Oncology. The group is co-facilitated by an oncology social work navigator, registered nurse navigator and survivorship nurse practitioner

First Tuesday Cancer caregiver support group meets from 2 to 3 p.m. in the Cancer Resource Center in Medical Office Building 1 on the hallway leading to VCU Massey Radiation Oncology. The group is facilitated by a Bon Secours oncology social work navigator and VCU Massey social worker

Second Tuesdays Hanover Family Support Group, a support group for family members of a loved one with a mental illness, meets from 7 to 8:30 p.m. the second Tuesday evening of each month at the Ashland office of Hanover Community Services located at 12300 see CALENDAR, pg. 12

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Reminders, events announced for BES Staff Report news@mechlocal.com BEAVERDAM – Chip Joseph, principal at Beaverdam Elementary School, has issued several communication reminders for parents and guardians. They include: The Beaverdam website – Visit hcps.us\bes to find staff email addresses, links to educational websites, announcements and more.

PowerSchool – The school’s student information system provides parent access to your student’s record, schedule, grades, etc. Contact the registrar at 804-449-6373 if you need access codes or a password reset. School Closing and Delay Hotline – In case of power outages or if you do not have Internet access, be sure to save this number so that you can hear information that could

affect the regular school schedule – 804-277-4960. Transportation Hotline – The school administration tries to inform parents and guardians through e-connect when they are aware in advance of transportation changes but you also can follow the prompts at this number to hear daily bus notifications, including changes in bus numbers and drivers along with bus delays – 804-441-8274.

Middle school registration starting at BES Staff Report news@mechlocal.com BEAVERDAM – Chip Joseph, principal at Beaverdam Elementary School, is reminding parents of rising sixth grade students about registering for middle school.

According to Loren Watson, school counselor, a registration letter was sent home earlier this month. She said she would begin registering students for middle school in January. “If you would like to come in when I register your child, please be sure to sign up to

come in on Jan. 21, 22 or 25,” Watson said. She said she had received many appointment requests already and that confirmation was to have received before Winter Break. Watson may be contacted at lwatson@hcps.us or 804449-6373.

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Washington Highway in Ashland. Attendees support one another, share experiences, challenges and resources and to advocate for their loved ones. For more information, contact Jennifer K. Edelman, LCSW, at 804-365-4145. CareShare, a faith-based support group for anyone who cares for a person with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease meets at 2 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month at the New Highland Baptist Church in Room 103. For more information, call 804-550-9601. Caregivers can join the group at any time. The Hanover County Historical Society will be conducting free tours of the Old Hanover Courthouse on the Historic Courthouse Green from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every second Tuesday through

December. The address is 13182 Hanover Courthouse Road in Hanover. For more information, visit http:// www.hanoverhistorical.org/ index.html.

information, call the Greater Richmond Alzheimer’s Association chapter at 9672580.

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Cancer support for men meets from 3:30 to 5 p.m. in the Cancer Resource Center in Medical Office Building 1 on the hallway leading to VCU Massey Radiation Oncology. The group is facilitated by an oncology social worker.

Laryngectomees, patients who may be undergoing a laryngectomy in the future, their families, caregivers and the medical community, meet at 5:30 p.m. to provide support, education and socialization at the American Cancer Society at 4240 Park Place Court in Glen Allen. For more information, visit newvoiceclub@gmail.com.

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GriefShare, a Christ-centered support group to help those who have lost a loved one, will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Thursdays through Nov. 12 at the New Highland Baptist Church at 9200 New Ashcake Rd. in Mechanicsville. Participants do not have to attend every meeting; people can drop in at any time. For more information, call 804550-9601.

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3 Lg. bedrooms, 2 baths, huge kitchen opens to spacious den. Utility room, front porch. $179,950

Spacious open floor plan w/ lots of custom oak cabinets, large kitchen w/ bay window opens to den. Large master bedroom, foyer, front porch. $187,900

Spacious open plan with almost 1,600 sq ft. Lg. kitchen w/bay window & lots of oak cabinets. Huge den, 3 large bedrooms, 2 baths w/double bowl vanities, large utility room. $196,900

The Brook

The Milton

The Brandon

The Lee

Approx. 2,000 sq ft. Including huge bonus room, 2 baths, den w/vaulted ceiling, foyer bonus area can be 4th bedroom & playroom. $199,950

Over 1750 sq ft. 3 large bedrooms, each with walk-in closet, dining room, foyer, utility room, front porch. $193,900

Almost 1900 sq ft. colonial w/ huge master bedroom, also, 3 more bedrooms, 2 ½ baths, large den, foyer, utility room, attached garage, 2 porches. $209,850

Over 2100 sq ft. colonial w/4 bedrooms, including a huge master w/walk-in closet, 2 ½ baths, large kitchen, den, dining room, foyer, utility room, front porch. $215,950

The Hanover Local January 6, 2016