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Reality replaces optimism in HCPS budget By Jim Ridolphi for The Hanover Local

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Dr. Michael Gill, superintendent of Hanover County Public Schools, presented his first budget Jan. 19 to the Hanover County School Board.

ASHLAND — When Hanover County Public Schools officials initially began considering a new budget last year, the prospects looked promising with a recovering economy and a slightly increased enrollment in county schools. That optimism was replaced with a healthy dose of reality last week as Dr. Michael Gill, superintendent, presented s Hanover County School Board members with his 2017 budget proposal

… and there are challenges. When Gill said he realized the early numbers were not sufficient and more money would be needed, he worked with county administrator Cecil R. “Rhu” Harris Jr. to solve the problem. “The county administrator stepped up to the plate and recognized that — while the funding was not forthcoming from the state as we had expected — we would be able to make up for that locally,” Gill said. see BUDGET, pg. 5

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Hanover County School Board members Marla Coleman, left, Sue Dibble and Robert Hundley listen to Dr. Michael Gill’s proposed 2017 budget presentation.

Council OKs height exemption for R-MC building By Meredith Rigsby News Editor ASHLAND – Randolph-Macon College’s request seeking an exception to the height regulations was approved Tuesday, Jan. 19, by Ashland Town Council. R-MC asked that a new addition

to the Copley Science Center be constructed, noting Section 21-123(b) of the Town Code, that would match the size and scale of the existing building and would not exceed 54 feet in height. The new building will be buffered from residential areas near the campus

by the existing Copley Science Center, which is located between where the new building will be constructed and residences along Caroline Street and Macon Circle. R-MC has sent letters to abutting property owners to make them aware of its plan to make the height exemp-

tion request. The height of the building will be measured from the eave to the ground, which will be in-filled with about four feet of dirt before the building’s construction, creating a four-foot grade on which the building will sit. During the presentation, Nora

Amos, director of planning and community development, listed the heights of other already existing buildings on the campus to provide some perspective as to the height of the new building. Andrews Hall is 31 feet tall,

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OBITUARIES | Death Notices & Funerals WALTER ANGEL JR. Walter Marshall Jr., 93, of Richmond, died January 16, 2016. He was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Virginia B a s s Angel. He is s u r vived by his sons, ANGEL Ronald P. Angel (Lyda) and Robert M. Angel (Linda); six grandchildren, Deborah Smith, Nicole Murray, Ashley Angel, Jason Angel, Sean Angel and Virginia Drummond; and 10 great-grandchildren. Walter was a three-year veteran in the Naval Coast Guard from 1942 to 1945. He retired from RF&P railroad in 1978. His interests were sailing on the Chesapeake Bay, hiking and playing tennis, in which, he won numerous Richmond City championships. He also enjoyed horseback riding in Arizona. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, January 20, 2016, at Bliley’s-Staples Mill at 8510 Staples Mill Road. Interment followed in Signal Hill Memorial Park at 12360 Hanover Courthouse Road in Hanover. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Biltmore Baptist Church, 1300 New York Ave., Glen Allen, VA 23060.

BARBARA BRICE Barbara Brice, 68, of Rockville, went home to be with the Lord on January 20, 2016. She was predeceased by parents, Wallace A. and Ada M. Green. She was a graduate of Virginia Union University and taught Special Education for 30-plus years. Surviving are her dedicated sons, Thomas Jr. and Derrick Brice; devoted daughter-in-law, Keeron Brice; sister,

Dorothy G. Brooks (Robert); grandchildren, Kenny, Colby and Trey Brice; one aunt, Marie Harris; along with a host of other relatives and friends. Homegoing services were held at noon Tuesday, January 26, 2016, at the Abner Baptist Church in Glen Allen, with the Rev. Jamal Hayes, pastor, officiating. Interment f o l lowed in Rosel a w n BRICE Memo r y Gardens. F.E. Dabney Funeral Home in Ashland was in charge of arrangements.

BARBARA EDWARDS Barbara Edwards, 76, of Montpelier, was called home on January 16, 2016. She was preceded in death by her husband, W. Grayson Edwards; and a son, Warren A. Edwards. Survivors include her children, Debbie Marshall and fiance, Johnny Dewsbury, Donna Gay Ford and her husband, Billy, Clay Edwards and his wife, Tammy, and Todd Edwards and his wife, Tracey; 10 grandchildren and three greatgrandchildren. Barbara spent many years driving a shuttle bus at King’s Dominion and for Hanover County Public Schools. A Celebration of Life was held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, January 20, 2016, at the Beaverdam Baptist Church at 19110 Beaver dam Road in Beaverdam. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the church.

RICHARD SMITH Richard Vincent Smith, 76, of Mechanicsville, returned home to the Lord, January 18, 2016, at Bon Secours Memorial

Regional Hospital surrounded by his loving family, clergy and friends. Richard leaves behind his loving and devoted wife of 51 years, Jean; his daughter, Sharon Wolfgang; son-in-law, Kevin; and the apples of his eye, his two granddaughters, Lauren and Courtney; and many close friends. Born and raised in Burlington, North Carollina, he was the son of the late Aurelious and Alice Smith. He also was preceded in death by his half-brother, Jeep Smith. He lived his life between North Carolina and Virginia. He also was preceded in death by his sons, Craig and Perry. Richard was an avid athlete, playing basketball before graduating from Walter Williams High School in 1957. He went on to work for Western Electric for 30 years retiring as a supervisor for AT&T ’s Richmond manuacturing facilWHITE ity. Not ready to retire, Richard worked for the Virginia State Golf Association as the Director of Championships until his latest endeavor, implementing and running the Junior Youth Golf Tournaments. As a devoted member of Slash Christian Church in Ashland, he served as the congregations’ treasurer for 30 years. He was an avid golfer and a member of Hermitage Country Club in Manakin-Sabot since 1978. During his golfing career, he won many championships in the area, including the Richmond Open Amateur and RGA Seniors Open. Hermitage Country Club made Richard a lifetime honorary member in 2007 for all of his many

years of service to the game of golf and it members. In 2008, the PGA Middle Atlantic Section presented him with the David Wortman Citizen of the Year Award for his outstanding community leadership and generous and tireless support of golf, the PGA, and the Middle Atlantic Section. Funeral services were held at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, January 21, 2016, at Bennett Funeral Home at 8014 Lee-Davis Road in Mechanicsville. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Slash Christian Church, 11353 Mount Hermon Road, Ashland, VA 23005, c/o Richard Smith Fund. Interment was held at 1 p.m. Monday, January 25, 2016, at Alamance Memorial Park at 4039 South Church Street in Burlington, North Carolina.

MARGARET WOODS Margaret Satterwhite Woods, 82, of Ruther Glen, died Wednesday, January 20, 2016, at her home. Born in Caroline, she was the daughter of the late Claude Anderson Satterwhite Sr. and Clarice Middlebrook Satterwhite. She was a 1952 graduate of C.T. Smith, retired from Best Products, and was a lifetime member of the Carmel Baptist Church. Survivors include her son, Preston Jarrell, and his wife, Ann; two sisters, Frances Allen and Patsy Benner; three grandchildren, Preston Scott Jarrell of Phoenix, Arizona, Sarah Jarrell Wade of Richmond and Danyell Jarrell of Montpelier; and two greatgrandchildren, Natalie Grace Jarrell and Jade Cantwell. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Claude Anderson Satterwhite Jr., and a son, Dennis Jarrell. A memorial service was held see OBITUARIES, pg. 3

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Suspect assaulted victim on Turkey Road.

Suspect stole items on Richardson Road.

Suspect used victim’s information without permission on Leadbetter Road.

Suspect stole items on Crown Hill Road.

Suspect was in possession of controlled substance on Cold Harbor Road.

Suspect used victim’s information without permission on Cold Harbor Road.

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Suspect was in possession of controlled substance on Hewlett Road/Old Ridge Road. Suspect broke into listed location on Mary Esther Lane. Suspect broke into listed location on Tyler Station Road.

Suspect obtained money under false pretense on Bell Creek Road.

Suspect obtained money under false pretense on Cheroy Woods Court.

Suspect was in possession of controlled substance on Mechanicsville Turnpike/Old Hickory Drive.

Suspect assaulted victim on Kiwi Lane.

Suspect used victim’s information without permission on Cedar Lane.

Suspect forged bank note on Mechanicsville Turnpike.

Jan. 14

Suspect brandished a firearm on Old Ridge Road.

Suspect assaulted victim on Brandy Hill Terrace.

Suspect stole items on Beaver Dam Road. Suspect stole items on McClellan Road. Suspect was in possession of controlled substance on Mechanicsville Turnpike/ Cold Harbor Road. Suspect as in possession of listed items on County Complex. Person attempted to harm themselves on Whitetail Drive.

Suspect stole items on Air Park/Lewistown Road.

Jan. 15

Suspect was in possession of controlled substance on Mechanicsville Turnpike.

ASHLAND — Candidates and voters in the Town of Ashland interested in participating in the May 3 elections will want to make sure Suspect fled scene of they’ve completed the appropriate registrations accident on Shady Grove on time. Road. Candidate declarations/petitions are due Suspect was in possession Tuesday, March 1. Voter registrations or changes of alcohol and under 21 on are due Monday, April 11. Little Jocelyn Drive. Local elections in Ashland occur in evennumbered years on the first Tuesday in May. Jan. 17 The following dates are important to review Suspect assaulted victim on for the upcoming 2016 election:

Suspect stole items on Hanover Courthouse Road.

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Suspect fled scene of accident on Deer Beable Lane.

Suspect assaulted victim on Kelly Ashley Court.

Suspect fled scene of accident on Bell Creek Road.

Suspect brandished a firearm on Allen Harris Road.

Suspect stole items on Mountain Road.

Suspect assaulted victim on Garden Park Lane.

Jan. 18

Suspect was in possession of controlled substance in Air Park/ Lewistown Road.

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Suspect stole items on Stonewall Drive.

Suspect stole items on Leadbetter Road.

Suspect damaged victim’s property on Vaughan Drive.

Suspect broke into listed location on Airpark Road.

Suspect assaulted victim on Bell Creek Road.

Suspect assaulted victim on Guenevere Place.

Suspect was in possession of controlled substance on Elm Drive.

Suspect stole items on Leadbetter Road.

Suspect fled scene of accident on Bell Creek Road.

Suspect stole items on Lakeridge.

Suspect broke into listed location on River Land Hills.

Suspect stole items on Whitesel Road.

Person was reported missing on Avenel Place.

Suspect broke into listed location on Cofield Lane.

Suspect stole items on Bell Creek Road.

Suspect fled scene of accident on Teman Road.

Suspect assaulted victim on Shady Grove Road.

Suspect assaulted victim on Fairview Drive.

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Jonas drops 16 inches of snow on town, 13 on county By Melody Kinser Managing Editor Sixteen inches of snow fell on the Town of Ashland over the weekend, while 13 inches covered Hanover County following the weekend storm named Jonas, according to the National Weather Service. The weather event closed schools and government Monday. Some businesses and many churches were closed during the storm. The cleanup continued Monday with the Virginia Department of Transportation

keeping interstates and primary roads clear. The focus was turning to secondary roads. Public work crews in the Town of Ashland were working 24 hours a day since Friday, Jan. 22, to clear snow accumulation resulting from the storm,. Approximately 22 households lost power in Ashland during the storm. On Saturday, Jan. 23, Dominion Virginia Power was working to resolve the issue and restore electricity to residents. As of Sunday, town crews had cleared some of the more

heavily used streets but most neighborhood streets had not yet been plowed. Cancelations due to the snow included: Ashland Town Council strategic planning meeting scheduled for 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 23, at the Henry Clay Inn was canceled. The meeting will be rescheduled in the near future. Ashland Planning Commission Comprehensive Plan amendment work session has been rescheduled for 3:30 p.m. today (Wednesday, Jan. 27) at Town Hall. Randolph-Macon College was closed on Monday, Jan. 25. Town of Ashland offices were closed on Monday, Jan. 25. Hanover County Public Schools were closed Friday, Jan. 22, and Monday, Jan. 25. The weekend’s storm “was

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Jonas proved to be quite a challenge for Winston, who attempted to maneuver through the higher than him snow at his home in Ashland. business as usual for Fire and EMS,” Battalion Chief J.T. Williams said. “We had steady call volumes throughout the entire storm, and were able to answer every call safely.” He said they were prepared “and it showed when it came time to respond to calls. It

was evident that most of the citizens took our advice to stay home, which really made a difference.” “Fortunately, we had no major incidents during the storm,” Williams added. Sgt. Christopher Stem, speaking on behalf of Col.

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David R. Hines, sheriff, said the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office had “worked diligently to prepare for the storm to assure that we had appropriate resources to handle the bad weather and increased call volume.” “Throughout the weekend, our main focus was keeping motorists safe and the roads clear of disabled vehicles. The call volume, disabled vehicles and motor vehicle accidents, averaged approximately 100 incidents per day,” Stem said. As the storm worsened over Saturday, Stem said the Sheriff ’s Office “became unable to tow vehicles so deputies transported motorists to the closest safe destination.” “We experienced impassible roads for the majority of Friday night all the way until Monday morning. As of this morning (Monday), many secondary roads and neighborhoods have been unplowed and are still considered to be impassible,” he added. “Fortunately, most of our citizens adhered to our warnings and remained home for the weekend.” Stem said most deputies were able to remain safe for the

Suspect broke into listed location on King Road.

Suspect damaged victim’s property on New Hunter Road.

Suspect damaged victim’s property on Lee Davis Road.

Person was found deceased on Cedar Lane.

Suspect fled scene of accident on Jackson Arch Drive.

Suspect stole items on Mechanicsville Turnpike.

Suspect was in possession of controlled substance on Mechanicsville Turnpike.

Suspect assaulted victim on Bell Creek Road.

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“We want the state to continue to fund what we feel is their share, but the conversations with the county administrator have been very beneficial and are the reason that I am able to come to you with this budget this evening.” The county’s share (local funding) for the budget increased by $2.5 million, while state lottery funds only increased about $300,000. Since state funding did not meet preliminary expectations, the local share did increase in order to preserve the school board’s original budget goals to provide a pay raise, keep salaries competitive, and decrease class size. Gill proposed a $175.6 million budget for 2017 for the board’s consideration. The document contains a 2 percent raise for all employees, an additional $1 million ($2 million total for 2017) for technology upgrades, 16 new teaching positions and no increases

for employee shares on health insurance. Despite last -minute “financial curveballs” thrown at the county’s budget process, the new budget addresses the school board’s stated budget objectives. Gill said the county received a significant slash in state funding due to a reformulated Local Composite Index (LCI), the method the state utilizes to determine education funds allotted to that community. Hanover County had the largest increase in its LCI and that equates to fewer dollars for this year’s budget. In addition, this year’s state budget under consideration contains no salary increases for teachers. Salary increases are funded in the second year of the governor’s budget in 2018. With the General Assembly session still in its infancy, Gill said hundreds of bills regarding educations have already been introduced, so the final allotments could contain more, or less, for Hanover County. “We’re always optimistic,”

Gill said. Adding to the challenges are the county’s mounting technology costs, including bandwidth upgrades and other infrastructure improvements such as providing devices for all teachers. The proposed budget also fully funds the Health Specialty Center and CTE Summer Governor’s School programs, and provides 15 new buses to the county’s fleet. The proposed budget figures represent an increase from last year’s $171.8 million tally. The salary increase will cost the system about $2.5 million and increased contributions to VRS (retirement) will cost another $1.1 million. There was some good news. The county saved $200,000 in lowered fuel costs with falling prices at the pump. Ashland representative Hank Lowry asked if this budget contained funding that addresses the school board’s desire to cut teacher workloads by decreasing their number of total students.

Gill said 24 new teachers at a cost of about $1.6 million would be required to comply with a 130-student maximum for county high school teachers. That funding was not included in the budget, as proposed. “If additional funding were to come from the General Assembly, the board would certainly have a choice to make on where our priorities are as a division,” Gill said. Lowry said he would focus attention on that commitment during the school board’s work session scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 26. The proposed 2017 budget also includes $50,000 to supplement the fee paid by lacrosse athletes in the county. The program was established three years ago, but was instituted as a self-funding extracurricular activity. John Axselle, Beaverdam District, asked why the county was providing funds to a program that organizers said would never cost the county

a dime. David Myers, assistant superintendent of business and operations, said the sport is not supported by any federal, state or local taxes and is funded through gate receipts. But the money agreed to by the lacrosse community when the county agreed to add the sport, has not been forthcoming. Myers said the funds were paid the first year, but none have been received since. Since many of those founding players have cycled through the system, participants now are asking why they are the only sport that requires a payment. Parents now subsidize the sport with a $200 payment. The proposed budget would cut that payment to $100, at a cost of about $50,000 to the school system. South Anna representative Sue Dibble said the limited funds and mounting challenges equate to a need for serious decision making on the part of the school board. Referring to the decreased

funding and increased expenditures. “It’s going to come down to over the course of these work sessions, we are going to have some tough choices,” she added. Myers presented the system’s 2017 Capital Improvement Budget that includes $10 million for 2017 and $41.5 million over five years. “One of the goals of this fiveyear plan was to catch up on our deferred maintenance goals,” Myers said. “I’m happy to say we can do that with this plan.” Many professional teaching organizations had requested a 6 percent raise with an end to the 6 X8 class schedule, and they would have an opportunity to speak at the workshop session Jan. 26. The budget process proceeded with that workshop and public hearing scheduled that evening. Final approval is slated for Feb. 9. Gill will present the approved budget to the county at its Feb. 17 board of supervisors meeting.

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Music is one constant that links good times By Melody Kinser Managing Editor Despite having recently lost two major musical influences from my teen years — David Bowie and Glenn Frey — the memories of their music brings a smile through the sadness of two very talented and creative geniuses. Music is a staple in this writer’s life. And my selections from iTunes are definitely eclectic. Many would be surprised at the variety of artists and genres that grab my attention. Of course, the early purchases by Bowie and The Eagles were vinyl singles and albums, 8-tracks and cassettes. If you aren’t familiar with any of those — as my parents said to me back in the day — “Look it up.” There have been moments of reflection with both artists. Their impact on the music world will live for generations. I think of Bowie’s style and how he wowed the music and fashion industry by being so daring in his “look.” The song “Changes” has gone through my mind so many times since his death was announced. “Modern Love” is on my Top 10 list. And then the news was released about Frey and the end of an era. The Eagles were scheduled to be recognized last month at the Kennedy Center Honors, but, due to Frey’s illness, his band mates asked that they wait a year so he could attend. Sadly, that acknowledgement with all the members will not take place. It only seems fitting to close with a sense of a “Peaceful Easy Feeling” for the good times shared with friends as a teen in a small town where hanging out on the curb of a local drive-in and listening to The Eagles, Lynryd Skynyrd, Edgar Winter and so many others made life sweeter.

Put on your seat belt — it’s almost budget time Not one to envy the work of the Hanover County Board of Supervisors or Hanover County School Board, we’re well into budget talks season. When public comment time comes around, if you have a concern, express yourself. Our government leaders can only help you it you ask them.

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Reasons to remember Lee, Jackson By Jim Ridolphi Contributing Columnist The post on Facebook read, “Closed for Lee Jackson Day! WHAAAAAT?” While most of the nation centers on a holiday to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Virginia also celebrated Lee Jackson Day a few days prior to the national MLK Day. It’s a holiday that puzzles people who have origins above the MasonDixon Line. At first glance, its opponents have described the recognition as a “Confederate fetish,” and some localities, including Charlottesville, have decided to cease in its celebration of the holiday. And the numerous posts on Facebook were brutally unkind to the expression of Southern pride, and equated the celebration to the con-

tinuation of a legacy of defeat. I understand the sentiments, but cannot endorse efforts to disqualify the holiday as a racist attempt to revive a commitment to the cause. I don’t see it that way. It seems completely appropriate for states to celebrate the actions of past heroes. It’s also historically accurate to separate Generals Lee and Jackson and the men who fought under the Confederate banner from the serious political issues underlying the conflict. The Civil War in the South represented more than an episode, described more accurately as an era that ended an era. Some argue to simply forget the four years of conflict and sacrifice represents a better path for the “Never Forget” crowd. Few could argue that remember-

ing and celebrating significant figures from a region’s past is a right left best for each state to decide. Or, in a recent example, each locality. Charlottesville is the latest to derecognize LJ Day, recently voting to discontinue its official observance. It’s a move that angered more than a few citizens who view it as a continuing example of political correctness run amuck. I’m not sure the observance of holidays is a true indicator of a region’s failure to forget and move on. Nor, does it represent an endorsement of the political and economic issues of a cause that, in the end, was lost. I also believe there’s a significant difference between the glorification of a cause and a respect for history. When it comes to Lee Jackson see REASONS, pg. 7

LETTERS | Reader Views

Christmas Mother shares feelings about generosity As I sit back and reflect on this past holiday season, I can’t help but marvel at the kindness and generosity shown by so many. You made Christmas a special time for families who, for whatever reason, may have gone without. In October, I was honored to have been asked to serve as the 2015 Christmas Mother for Hanover County. In doing so I have come away with, among many things, a new appreciation for the volunteers who make this wonderful tradition a reality each year. The men and women of the Doswell Ruritan Club work tirelessly from late October when the new Christmas Mother is introduced, until just before Christmas when the boxes of food, bags of toys and gift cards are handed to the final recipients. From counting and separating each food item, bagging toys and loading them onto tractor trailers, the descriptions of these work days and nights could range from “organized chaos” to “poetry in motion”! Volunteers from other Ruritan clubs, Boy Scout troops, Hanover firemen, Dominion Power employees, hunt club members and ordinary citizens came to lend a hand, and each individual was appreciated for their willingness to serve and take part in this community project.

I would be remiss if I didn’t acknowledge the many donations received. Our Hanover school children donated 13,000 cans of food! The Patrick Henry High School NJROTC held a toy drive in front of the Ashland Walmart for four hours on a Saturday in December and came away with, not only an SUV packed with bags of toys from front seat to back door, floor to roof, but also over $1,000 in see LETTERS, pg. 7

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Birdsong Hall is 50 feet tall, the Copley Science Center is 46 feet tall and the library is 42 feet tall, Amos said. All HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) equipment for the building will be enclosed within the structure and the proposed new addition is shown in Randolph-Macon’s previously approved Master Plan that was reviewed by the town. Mayor George Spagna and council member James Murray, both affiliated with RandolphMacon, recused themselves from the height exemption request discussion and vote. In other business: Council approved a

rezoning request filed by Yancey Jones to rezone approximately 0.05 acres from R-2 Residential Limited to B-1, Central Business District for operation of a consignment shop. The property, located at 110 Myrtle St., was previously a church and houses an approximately 800-square-foot building at the location that sits east of Fin and Feather and west of Virginia Street where there is a single-family home. Both the proposed and past use of the building by the applicant meets future land use Comprehension Plan requirements, which calls for the property classification to be Mixed Use Downtown. Because the water and sanitary sewer services for the build-

ing located on 110 Myrtle St. are both shared and owned by 302 Virginia St., future actions by the applicant will require the services to be separated and brought to Department of Public Utilities standards. The previous use for the property utilized a grassy area behind the building for parking; however, grass surface parking is not permitted in the commercial district. During review of the rezoning request, planning commission staff recommended that the applicant either pave the parking area behind the building or initiate a parking agreement with an adjacent business to provide customers and workers with off-street parking. Tom Wulf provided number results from Ashland’s

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James Foley, left in the photo above, was sworn in Tuesday, Jan. 19, by Hanover County Clerk of the Circuit Circuit Frank D. Hargrove Jr. as a member of Ashland Town Council. Foley replaces Faye O. Prichard, who was elected in November to the Hanover County Board of Supervisors. Judith Marston, left in the photo below, was sworn in as a new member of the economic development authority by Hargrove.

first “Light Up the Tracks” illumination event. In an effort to help facilitate the first of what will now be an annual event, the town contributed $4,891, which was 33 percent below budget; The Ashland Main Street Association contributed $2,409; and private donations amounted to $560. The 2016 “Light Up the Tracks” event is scheduled for Dec. 3. Dan Bartges, who came up with the Ashland “Light Up the Tracks” event, also is working with CSX to create a year-round tourist attraction to provide “islands of interest up and down England Street.” The permanent attractions would center on the history of the railroad and its connection to Ashland. Hanover Clerk of the Circuit Court Frank D. Hargrove Jr. administered the oath of office to James Foley, new town council member, and Judith Marston, new member of the economic development authority. Foley replaces Faye O. Prichard, who was elected in November as the Ashland District representative on the Hanover County Board of Supervisors. The next Ashland Town Council meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 4, at Town Hall located at 101 Thompson St.

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Day, it’s probably a holiday that won’t survive the current climate of historical sensitivity, a trend that seeks to remove Confederate statues and shelve any shred of evidence of the struggle. I understand the sensitivity of the issue and its lead to a contrast that almost seems hypocritical.

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monetary donations! Many churches and civic clubs were well represented and gave generously, including handmade hats and scarves, monetary donations and toys.

I recognize the seriousness of underlying issues that are associated with the Civil War, and the offensive reminder it presents to many Americans. But, I also respect the sacrifice of those who carried out the admittedly misguided mission, the ones who led and fell on the battlefield … men like Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson … and the ones who marched behind them. Some gave all. The Village Banks as well as county fire stations came forward, offering their help in serving as collection points for food donations. Our community rallied and individuals gave from $1 to over $1,000. No amount see LETTERS, pg. 9

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Snow causes roof collapse at Ashwood Gardens and Nursery By Meredith Rigsby News Editor ASHLAND — As snow continued to pile up in the Ashland and Hanover County areas, Charlie and Terry Blair, owners of Ashwood Gardens and Nursery, received word from their neighbor, Dan Williams, that a large amount of snow had accumulated between the two roofs of their connected greenhouse, causing the rafters on the west roof to fold under the

weight of the snow. The Blairs were finishing up a sailing trip in the Virgin Islands, when Williams, who had been checking on their goats, noticed the greenhouse sagging and heard the sound of rivets popping. The greenhouse located at Ashwood Gardens and Nursery is made of two separate connected houses, according to Charlie Blair, and a large amount of snow was able

to accumulate between the two roofs, causing the collapse. An effort was made by Williams to help ease the pressure the snow was placing on the greenhouse roof by turning the heat on full blast, but to no avail. Fortunately, the growing season for Ashwood Gardens and Nursery had not yet started and there was minimal plant material in the greenhouse at the time the damage occurred,

Charlie Blair said. However, because the damage to the greenhouse occurred right before the start of the retail grower’s main growing and selling season, “There will most definitely be an impact,” Charlie Blair said. The owners of Ashwood Gardens and Nursery are currently in talks with their insurance company in hopes of recovering some losses. They don’t have any concrete

plans in the meantime, but rebuilding the collapsed greenhouse will definitely happen “right away,” Charlie Blair said. Ashwood Gardens and Nursery hopes to still grow some plants on site but also plans to contact local growers to help fill gaps during their growing as a result of the damaged greenhouse. All perennial and nursery stock production should not be affected.

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Tuesday, Feb. 2 A Kickoff Dinner for DivorceCare, a group of people who offer support during one of life’s most difficult experiences, will be held from 6:30 to 8 p.m.. at 7171 Atlee Church on Verdi Lane in Mechanicsville. The 13-week seminar sessions, which meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. starting Feb. 9, include topics such as Facing My Anger,” “Facing

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Wednesday, Feb. 3 Col. David R. Hines, Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office, and Chief Jethro H. Piland III, Hanover County Fire-EMS, will present a Hanover County Public Safety Forum from 7:15 to 9 a.m. in Birdsong Hall on the campus of Randolph-Macon College at 106 E. Patrick St. in Ashland. The event, presented by the Hanover Business Council of the Greater Richmond Chamber of Commerce, is being hosted by R-MC. The presenting sponsor is Virginia Credit Union and the associate sponsor is True North Advisors LLC. Advanced registration is $15 for GRCC members, $15 for Hanover Chamber of Commerce members, and $20 for non-members. On-site registration is $25 for GRCC and HCC members and $30 for non-members.

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The Studley Ruritan Club’s “Super Bowl Chili” will be available for pickup between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. at the Studley Store/Post Office (on the corner of Studley Road and Williamsville Road). Early orders are encouraged. The price is $7 per quart. Proceeds benefit the commu-

nity. For more information, call Douglas Newcomb at 804-730-0570 or any Studley Ruritan member.

Wednesday, Feb. 10 The Lunch and Learn series of the Hanover Industrial Airpark Business Association will present the program, “A Spirit of Service: The Little Things that Drive Customer Loyalty,” from noon to 1 p.m. at Hanover Fire Station #10 at 10414 S. Leadbetter Rd. in Ashland. Todd Bradberry, MBA, of Parallel Management Company, will be the keynote speaker.

Saturday, Feb. 13 The 6th Annual Bluegrass Concert to benefit the McShin Recovery Foundation will be held from 1 to 8 p.m. at Hatcher Memorial Baptist Church at 2300 Dumbarton Rd. in Richmond. Performers include Code Blue, Nu Fescue, Josh Gigsby & County Line, New Virginia Grass, Dust Cutters, Copper Ridge, and Heritage. Food, drinks and vendors will be on-site. Doors open at noon. To purchase tickets, which are $10 at the door, contact Alden Gregory at aldeng@mcshin.org or call 804-836-5383.

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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 804-7304812 or email sandy.leigh@ verizon.net. Overcomers Outreach and Women’s Codependency, a Christ-centered 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 804366-9645 or email kjfaith1@ gmail.com.

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 cofacilitated by an oncology social work navigator, registered nurse navigator and survivorship nurse practitioner.

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Robert Wood Jr. and his family recently visited Col. David R. Hines, sheriff, and other members of the Hanover County Sheriff’s Office. They stopped to say “Merry Christmas” and extended their thanks for the Sheriff’s Office’s assistance when Robert became lost in the fall of 2011 in the North Anna Battlefield Park. “This was truly a demonstration of the cooperation we share with our public safety partners, the partnerships we share with our citizens, the compassion and faith of our community and the dedication we all have to serve those in need. Seeing Robert is another reminder of how blessed we are to be a part of this community,” Hines said.

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was too small and every dollar became a gift of love to our neighbors in need. This past Christmas 120 senior citizens were given gift cards for food and 668 families, which included 1,578 children, received help in the form of food, gift cards from Martin’s grocery stores and Peebles Department Store, as well as toys from

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the Christmas Mother program. Perhaps the most gratifying and humbling event for me occurred on a Saturday in December when I had the opportunity to meet many of these families as they came to pick up their gifts. There were no expectations, only sincere appreciation for what they were to receive. I experienced so many emotions as I spoke with these lovely people, from the

heart-breaking reality of the numbers of needy families in our county, to the gratification of seeing their open tears of joy as they left with, in many cases, the only toys their children would find under the Christmas tree. Finally, I would like to thank those who offered prayers and words of encouragement ... they were truly appreciated! To the men and women of the Studley Ruritan Clubz,

thank you for giving me this wonderful opportunity, one which will never be forgotten. And on behalf of the Doswell Ruritan Club, which sponsors the Hanover Christmas Mother program each year, thank each of you who selflessly and generously gave to make this Christmas so special for others! Kay Beazley 2015 Hanover Christmas Mother

educational policy analyst. She is among appointees in McAuliffe’s Administration focused on finding common ground with members of both parties on issues that will build a new Virginia economy and create more jobs across the Commonwealth.

Cath Wing shared this photo of her dog posing for the camera despite the depth of the snow in her yard in Ashland. The town was slammed with 16 inches.

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entire weekend and not have to have excess travel during the storm. “Overall, we experienced no major incidents during the

storm. We still urge all citizens to remain home to allow for VDOT (Virginia Department of Transportation) to continue working and clear the roadways,” the sergeant said. News Editor Meredith Rigsby contributed to this article.

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Yellow Jacket offense falters against Quakers By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor

ASHLAND – Guilford’s women’s basketball team had a plan to thwart RandolphMacon’s offense when the Quakers visited the Yellow Jackets in Crenshaw Gymnasium Thursday night. Despite that plan, RandolphMacon, with a strong defense, led much of the second half and was in a position to win late. Unfortunately for the Yellow Jackets, they could not get the shots they needed in the final four minutes and fell 66-63 in a game that gave Guilford the top spot in the Old Dominion Athletic Conference. The Quakers kept senior Hannah Livermon off her pace, holding her to eight points. The Yellow Jackets as a team shot just 25 percent from the floor. Their 75 percent free-throw percentage – with some key misses down the stretch – cost them dearly. “It’s been our defense that’s let us down in many games this year. … I thought our defense was much better tonight,” said Randolph-Macon head women’s basketball coach Carroll LaHaye. “We let [Guilford’s leading scorer Anais] Weatherly start out really strong – she had 17 points in the first half and we held her to six points in the second half. So I do think that our defense was much stronger

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Randolph-Macon guard Kelsey Wisner (5) drives past Guilford’s Essence Abraham in the Yellow Jackets’ 66-63 loss to the visiting Quakers at Crenshaw Gymnasium Thursday. Wisner and Katie Anderson led Randolph-Macon with 14 points apiece.

than our offense.” The Yellow Jackets had just two double-figure scorers, Katie Anderson and Kelsey Wisner, with 14 points apiece. “There were times where we were getting the shots that we wanted in our offense,” LaHaye said. “Lots of times in

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lots of games we hit those shots. Tonight, it was not meant to be.” Randolph-Macon (8-8, 44 ODAC) was sluggish at the start, falling behind 20-12 after the first quarter. While most of the Yellow Jacket rotation seemed to struggle, Wisner had

a breakout night. Nine of her 14 points came in the third quarter as the Yellow Jackets pulled out to a 48-44 lead. “We had that slow start, and we all looked at the score and were, like, ‘This isn’t us. This doesn’t reflect how we play,’ ” Wisner said. “We … came

together, and, as I said before, we’ve just got to hit the open man. We’ve got to hit the open cutter, hit the open shooter. And whoever that is, they have to knock down that shot. … Today my teammates found me, and luckily, I was able to knock down the shot.”

The Quakers (14-2, 8-1) were helped by inside knowledge of Randolph-Macon – one of their assistant coaches, Madison Dulaney, played for the Yellow Jackets from 20092013, overlapping with current seniors Anderson, Livermon, Khajae Hester and Lauren Vugteveen. “I’m responsible for a lot of the film work,” Dulaney said. “I did play with the four seniors, so that obviously helps. That being said, they’ve matured a lot and I’m very impressed with how they’ve come along through their careers. … It definitely does help when you know a little bit about them.” The game was pretty tough on the floor, with a lot of contact and relatively few whistles. “We like to attack the basket, and most of the time we attack the basket, we’re able to either come up with the basket or we get an opportunity to go to the line. We weren’t getting that,” LaHaye said. “When the other team takes that away from us, and I thought they did …, we didn’t capitalize – we weren’t able to run our offense like we have in the past.” In addition to her 23 points, Weatherly led Guilford with nine rebounds. Essence Abraham scored 15 points and Lauren Ramsey had 14. Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com.

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