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Vol. 1 No. 40 | Richmond Suburban News | April 6, 2016
Piland: Rockville station will be manned By Roslyn Ryan Richmond Suburban News
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OCKVILLE — Hanover Fire-EMS Chief Jethro Piland had good news for the roughly 75 people gathered at the county’s Fire Station # 9 for a community meeting Thursday evening: As of May 1, the station will be staffed with nine full-time firefighters. It was a positive development after a difficult year, one that saw the Rockville Volunteer Fire Company officially disband after 62 years of service. But it didn’t completely alleviate concerns expressed by many during the meeting that the fire station may still be dangerously understaffed. When Piland explained that the new hires would likely allow him
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Hanover Fire-EMS Chief Jethro Piland addressed the concerns of Rockville area residents Thursday in a community meeting about the fire station.
to keep the station fully staffed and operational for at least six days of the week, one woman asked what
would happen “if my house catches fire on the seventh day?” The question served to under-
line what has been a growing concern as volunteer numbers continue to decline nationwide. As current volunteers advance in age and gradually leave the ranks, many fire stations have had to scramble to cover shifts and maintain service levels. The problem is due to a number of factors, Piland said, chief among them the fact that younger people today are simply not willing or able to volunteer the way the previous generation did. “The issue is just the dynamics of life,” Piland said, pointing out that many young people who do sign up to volunteer do not stay more than a few years before moving on to paid jobs with other departments. Piland stressed that he is tresee PILAND, pg. 7
Sheriff: Hanover faces nationwide challenges By Melody Kinser Managing Editor MECHANICSVILLE – As Col. David R. Hines looks to a new budget year, he is quick to point out that the Hanover County Sheriff’s Office “had a great year” in 2015 --“crime was down.” His tone then becomes more serious as he says, “We have challenges facing us; we have the same challenges that are facing this nation.” Hines, as sheriff, is the top law enforcement officer in the
county, and he quickly notes that his department has to consider the ongoing growth. “We also have to look at terrorism. To some degree, we probably have a little bit better experience than perhaps some localities across the nation, because, back in 2002, we dealt with it.” He was, of course, referring to John Allen Muhammad, “the Beltway Sniper,” who struck in Ashland, just off Interstate 95. Hines was in charge of operations under the command of
COL. DAVID R. HINES Hanover County sheriff
his predecessor, Col. Stuart V. Cook. Hines said the country is experiencing a similar methodology as they saw with the Beltway Sniper. “We saw what two individuals with one rifle and a Chevrolet Caprice could do. They literally shut down commerce on the entire East Coast.” The shooting took place on the parking lot of the Ponderosa restaurant. Fortunately, no one was killed, but a customer was
injured. Hines said he was “in charge of all law enforcement. We handled the crime scene; we worked with the rest of the task force. We had the opportunity to see what the type of crime could have on an entire nation.” That incident served as a reminder that the Hanover County Sheriff’s Office does “understand what happens -whether it happens in Hanover or somewhere else in the see SHERIFF pg. 8
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Beaverdam Wine Festival set Saturday Staff Report news@mechlocal.com BEAVERDAM – The Beaverdam Wine Festival will be held from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 9, at 19419 Beaverdam Rd. in Beaverdam. Tastings from local Virginia wineries will be included in the event, which will take place rain or shine. Live music will be provided by Cobalt Whiskey and Ron Moody. There will be a cruise-in of classic vehicles; arts and crafts vendors; and food vendors. Horse-drawn carriage rides will be given by the Virginia Percheron Association. Tours will be available of the Beaverdam Depot and Pop’s Country Store. Advance tickets may be purchased at www.beaverdamwinefestival.org or at Montpelier Family Chiropractic, Goodway Store, or Beaverdam Quick Stop.
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SHLAND — One of Virginia’s most inspiring women leaders, Virginia Secretary of Education Anne Holton, will be the guest speaker at the Hanover Democratic Committee’s annual Blue Moon Bash at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 21, at the Hanover Arts and Activities Center in Ashland at 500 S. Center St. State Sen. Donald McEachin will serve as Master of Ceremonies. A lifelong advocate for children and families, Holton served as a judge on the juvenile and domestic relations court in Richmond until 2005 when her husband, Tim Kaine, was elected Governor of Virginia. As First Lady of Virginia, Holton’s signature initiative helped secure permanent fam-
ily connections for foster youth, especially older children. She also held a leadership role in dramatically increasing the successful placement of at-risk children in permanent families. She later supported the college campuses program. which improved access to and success in higher education to Virginia’s foster youth and alumni. Holton received a magna cum laude BA degree from Princeton University and a magna cum laude law degree from Harvard University. She has received numerous awards for her service to children and families, including Outstanding Woman of the Year from the YWCA and the Annie E. Casey Foundation’s Families for Life Award of Distinction. In addition to Holton, McEachin and Bowling Green Town Councilman Matt Rowe will speak about their
Congressional campaigns from the Fourth and First Districts. “For the past six years, the Blue Moon Bash has featured some of Virginia’s greatest leaders, and this year is no exception. We are so excited to have Secretary Holton as our Blue Moon Bash speaker,” said Toni Radler, chair of the Hanover Democratic Committee. “In addition to her thoughtful leadership as Secretary of Education for Virginia, Anne Holton is considered one of the most inspiring and exciting women leaders in Virginia, if not the nation. We are so honored to have her speak at our signature event in a year when our next Democratic Presidential candidate is likely to be another wellknown and inspiring woman. And, of course, the fact that we have two Congressional candidates scheduled to speak is all the more exciting.” The Blue Moon Bash will fea-
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ture a buffet dinner, classical and jazz guitarist Mark Brummitt, and Dr. Alphine Jefferson, noted Randolph-Macon College professor, who will present an original vocal selection. To purchase a ticket to the Blue Moon Bash, go to the Hanover Democratic Committee’s website, www.hvadems.com, or call Blue Moon Bash committee chair John Suddarth at 804-550-5319.
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ASHLAND — The Patrick Henry Family YMCA and Hanover County Community Resources teamed up on Saturday, March 19, for the Global Youth Service Day Kickoff event. Held each year in April, Global Youth Service Day is a time for millions of young people from around the world to come together to celebrate their accomplishments and community service projects. Various projects will take place throughout Hanover this month. The Y invited the community to come together to prepare for Global Youth Day with food, music, mini service projects and more. Organizers said the event was the perfect way to help bring the community together. “We could not have asked for a more perfect event. The Hanover community is so amazing and supportive that we are beyond confident Global Youth Service Day will be a huge success. The Y is
thrilled to work with so amazing, likeminded partners in our community,” Jaime Gambaccini, executive director of the
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The Patrick Henry Family YMCA and Hanover County Community Services are ready for Global Youth Service Day. A kickoff was held March 19.
Patrick Henry Family YMCA, said. “As a lead agency for Youth Service America’s Global Youth Service Day, the Hanover County Department of
Community Resources is dedicated to providing youth opportunities for meaningful volunteer experiences. We know that the power of youth is a huge asset that can incite change and impact on a community. Our annual Global Youth Service Day Kickoff Party promotes that excitement and drive for young people to give their time to help others. Partnering with the Patrick Henry Y to host the event created a statement to our community’s youth that we all work together in support of their development. The party was a huge success, as the warm family-centered atmosphere of the Y created the perfect environment for service-centered fun,” David Duck, youth services specialist with the Hanover County Department of Community Resources, said. InformationsubmittedbyCharlotteDean, director of Marketing and Communications, Association Resource Center (ARC), YMCA of Greater Richmond.
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OBITUARIES | Death Notices & Funerals IDA COSBY Ida Madeline Cosby, 97, of Rockville, passed away Wednesday, March 30, 2016. She was preceded in death by her parents, Roscoe R. Cosby and Ida LaFratta Cosby; three brothers, Clifton Bernard Cosby, Algar Hubert Cosby and Lynwood Cosby (Maria); and one sister, Evelyn Linda Jackson. COSBY Survivors include two brothers, James Reginald Cosby of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, and Msgr. Roy Cosby; three sisters, Sister Lucille Cosby SCN of Louisville, Kentucky, and Patricia Elizabeth Cosby and Angeline Genevieve Davis (Jack) of Lake Charles, Louisiana; and many loving nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 11 a.m. Monday, April 4, 2016, at St. Bridget Catholic Church. Interment followed in Mt. Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Sisters of the Visitation, 12221 Bienvenue Rd., Rockville, VA 23146 or Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, 1800 Lakeside Ave., Richmond, VA 23228. Bliley’s-Central Funeral Home at 3801 Augusta Avenue was in charge of arrangements.
CHRISTIAN COZENS Christian Baird Cozens, 20, of Richmond, passed Friday April 1, 2016, after a courageous year-long battle against cancer. He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, William Frank Cozens and Benjamin O’Connor Baird Jr., and a cousin, Ella Handcock. He is survived by his parCOZENS ents, William Lloyd and Karen Baird Cozens; brothers, William Paul and Patrick Lloyd Cozens; a sister, Elizabeth Eleanor Cozens; grandmothers, Rita Wedemeyer Baird and Jacqueline Lloyd Cozens; aunts and uncles, Ben and Melissa Baird, Ingrid and Peter Girardi, David and Christi Handcock; and cousins, Emily, Connor, Catherine, Henry and Aidan Baird, Quinn, Ellie and Mia Girardi, Dawson and Sierra Handcock.
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Christian was born February 2, 1996, in Richmond. He graduated from Douglas Freeman High School in 2014, where he was an outstanding member of the football, lacrosse and track teams. Christian loved being a part of his church family at St. Bridget Catholic Church, where he was actively involved in Boy Scouts and the youth group. He spent his last seven summers on mission trips, where he helped and touched the lives of many people with his hard work and dedication. He was a student at Randolph-Macon College in Ashland. He was a proud member of the Yellow Jackets football team until he was diagnosed with Osteosarcoma in April 2015. Christian loved God, his family, friends, football, surfing, babies, puppies, fishing, hiking, camping and biking. Christian’s life was a blessing and his brave battle against cancer will forever be an inspiration to all who had the privilege to know him and even those who didn’t. His beautiful smile, kindness and his quiet strength will never be forgotten. The family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. today (Wednesday, April 6, 2016) at Bliley-Central at 3801 Augusta Avenue, where a Christian Wake will be held at 7 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, April 5, 2016, at Saint Bridget Catholic Church at 6006 Three Chopt Road in Richmond. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to SARC (Sarcoma Alliance for Research through Collaboration) - http://www.sarctrials. org/donate.
FRANCES GLANDON Frances Elizabeth Glandon, 73, went to be with the Lord on March 26, 2016. She was preceded in death by her mother, Lucy Helen Simmons, and her first husband, Elbert S. (Tommy) Thompson. She is survived by her children, Edward, Amy and John Thompson; five grandchildren, and her husband, Jack Glandon. She was an avid animal lover and a member of the Gwathmey Baptist Church in Ashland. A celebration of her life was held at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 2, 2016, at the Gwathmey Baptist Church. Burial was private. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions be made to the Richmond SPCA.
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BETTY HALL Betty Hill Hall, 77, of Beaverdam, departed this life on Easter morning, March 27, 2016. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Anna Hill; six brothers, three sisters; and her loving husband and soul mate, Alfred G. “Bro” Hall. She is survived by her sister, Evalyn Staudt HALL (Bob) of Oregon; and her stepchildren, Alecia Michelle (John) Herndon, Andrew Gordon (Laura) Hall and Teresa Lynn (Travis) McKinney. Betty loved her eight grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Being from a large family, Betty is survived by numerous relations, cousins, nieces and nephews. Betty’s family wishes to express gratitude to the many caregivers and friends at Elizabeth Adam Crump. She was a faithful member of Zion Christian Church and a proud resident of Beaverdam in Hanover County until her failing health required a move. She retired from Holly Farms/Tyson Foods Quality Department. In lieu of flowers, the family asks you to consider a donation to Zion Christian Church, P.O. Box 55, Beaverdam, VA 23015 or Parkinson’s Disease research. A celebration of the life of Betty Anne Hill Hall will be held at a future date, service notice to be published.
PATRICIA McDANIEL Patricia Brooks “Patsy” McDaniel, of Louisa, departed this life surrounded by her family on March 25, 2016. She was born February 22, 1948, a daughter of the late John Ryland Brooks and Ernestine Satterwhite of Goochland. She is survived by her daughters, Colleen Anne Hash MCDANIEL and Brenda Lee Lucase; her brother, Donald R Brooks; eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Per her wishes, there will be no service, but the family requests your presence at her Celebration of Life on Sunday, April 3, 2016, at the Montpelier Center for Arts and Education at 17205 Mountain
Road in Montpelier. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the COPD Foundation, 3300 Ponce de Leon Blvd., Coral Gables, FL 33134.
ROBERT POSTANS JR. Robert “R.B.” Brackett Postans Jr., 85 of Glen Allen, passed away on Wednesday, March 23, 2016. Born in Ashland on October 17, 1930, he was the son of the late Robert Brackett and Olive Layne Postans. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Evelyn Pound Postans; two children, POSTANS Robert Jeffrey Postans (Nancy) and Susan Postans Alexander (Doug); six grandchildren, Spencer and Tyler Postans, Elizabeth Alexander Preskitt (Nick) and Matthew Alexander, Jonathan Redling (Maggie) and Maegan Coor; one great-grandchild, Paxton; his brother, George L. Postans (Alice) of Altamonte Springs, Florida; and a nephew and niece. R.B. graduated from Henry Clay High School and attended Randolph-Macon College. He served his country during the Korean War era in the U.S. Navy. He worked at Buhrman & Sons and later retired from the Virginia Department of Taxation as an Interstate Audit Supervisor in 1996. He was a coach in the Tuckahoe Little League and also worked as an Institutional Representative with the Boy Scouts. He was a member of St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church, the American Legion Post 361 and the Westhampton Lodge #302. R.B. will be missed by all of those whose lives he touched. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 2, 2016, at St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church. The family is thankful for the compassion and care of their church family and the health care staff and friends at Lakewood Manor. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church, 9801 Fort King Rd., Henrico, VA 23229 or to the charity of your choice.
DAVID RONQUEST David “Butch” Ronquest, 68, of Ashland, passed from this life to eter-
nal rest to be with our Lord on March 21, 2016, after a brief illness. He will greatly be missed for his humble and kind demeanor and forever in our WINGO hearts. He retired from FFV after many years of employment. A memorial service was held at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 3, 2016, at the Shady Grove United Methodist Church in Short Pump.
TAMARA CHRISTIAN-WHITLOCK Tamara Lynn Christian-Whitlock, 49, of Glen Allen, transitioned into eternal peace on March 29, 2016. She was preceded in death by her son, James “Lil Jimmy” Whitlock III, and father, Vaughen Christian. She is survived by her husband, James M. Whitlock; daughter, Charisse Christian; and son, Marquis Christian. Funeral services were held at noon Monday, April 4, 2016, at the Mt. Olive Baptist Churc at 8775 Mt. Olive Avenue. Interment followed in Roselawn Memorial Gardens. The Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home at 8014 Lee-Davis Road was in charge of arrangements.
REESE WINGO Reese Southall Wingo, age 78, of Jetersville, passed from this life on Thursday, March 31, 2016. She was born November 12, 1937, in Jetersville to Stephen O. and Fern P. Southall. Reese retired after 33 years as a state employee, working at Piedmont Geriatric Hospital and the Virginia State Police Department. She was predeceased by her husband, Richard B. (Buck) Wingo. She leaves to mourn her passing her sister and brother-in-law, Fern and Robert Lane of Rockville; her nephew, Alvin Wingo, who was like a son, and his wife, Tammy, and their children; in addition to many other nieces and nephews and special caregivers. A graveside service was held at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 3, 2016, at the Sandy Creek Baptist Church at 25450 E. Saylers Creek Road in Jetersville. Hillsman-Hix Funeral Home at 16409 Court Street in Amelia was in charge of arrangements.
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| News, Updates & Listings Thursday, April 7 The next quarterly Human Services Network Meeting will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Hanover Human Services Meeting Room at 12304 Washington Hwy. in Ashland. A special presentation of a new service offered by Ways to Work will be included. Ways to Work is providing a Financial Opportunities Center. Center staff will work one-onone with clients to provide expertise and guidance related to financial matters, careers/ employment, and applying for benefits. Those attending are urged to use the back parking lot. RSVP to ldadkins@ hanovercounty.gov with plans to attend.
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The Lee-Davis High School Class of 1977 is planning for its 40-year reunion. The first meeting will be held April 9. For more information, contact Elaine Wren at 804-387-6390 or elainewren@verion.net. “Spring Awakening,� featuring the Lee Artists Association, will open with a reception from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Windemere Art Gallery
at 6162 Mechanicsville Tpk. in Mechanicsville. The mixed media show will be presented through April 30. For more information, call 804-730-0384. An all-you-can-eat Salt Fish Breakfast, hosted by the Independence Ruritan Club will be held from 6:45 to 8:45 a.m. to benefit Wings of Hope Ranch. Breakfast includes: salt herring fillets, scrambled eggs, bacon, spiced apples, cornbread, grits, coffee and orange juice. The cost is $9 for adults. The Ruritan Club Community House is located behind Independence Christian Church at 14033 Independence Road (off U.S. 54, west of Ashland). For more information, call 804-798-6579. A Paranormal Investigation will be held at the Hanover Tavern and Courthouse complex, with Transcend Paranormal leading participants through Nutshell, Hanover Tavern, Historic Courthouse, and Old Stone Jail. All experience levels are welcome. Tickets are $50 and can be purchased at www.hanovertavern.org. Reservations are required. Investigations begin at 10 p.m. at Hanover Tavern. A chicken dinner will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. at
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Sunday, April 10 “What Makes Great Nations Great,� a presentation by columnist and historian Charles F. Bryan Jr., will take place at 3 p.m. at the Ashland Branch of the Pamunkey Regional Library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. in Ashland. Bryan is CEO and President Emeritus of the Virginia Historical Society and a partner in Bryan & Jordon Consulting. Sponsored by the Ashland Museum, the program is free and open to the public. For more information, go to www.ashlandmuseum.org for more information.
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OPINION | The Local Views From the editor
Public safety, education remain top priorities By Melody Kinser Managing Editor
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dmittedly, I don’t envy members of the Hanover County Board of Supervisors. They have to make difficult decisions sometimes and that may involve cuts to services or increases in taxes. Both issues will get their constituents’ attention in a quick way. This budget season, however, it appears as if the supervisors are setting their goals in a realistic and, most of all, necessary manner. In a meeting with County Administrator Cecil R. “Rhu” Harris Jr. earlier this year, he outlined his proposed budget just before presenting it to the supervisors. His plan had an emphasis on public safety and education and we said “Bravo!” at the time and will repeat it today. No one wants to see any cuts in any county-funded operations, but we have to consider what’s best for the citizens. Public safety and education are at the top, folks. We have a relatively new board of supervisors, with two newcomers — Faye O. Prichard, Ashland District, and Scott Wyatt, Cold Harbor — joining Aubrey “Bucky” Stanley, Beaverdam; Angela Kelly-Wiecek, Chickahominy; Sean Davis, Henry; Wayne Hazzard, South Anna; and Canova Peterson, Mechanicsville. So, it’s still too early in the game to see how they will function as a voting governmental body, which sometimes can make it a bit more interesting. But, in the case of public safety and education, this vote should be unanimous. I understand the supervisors are being pulled in many directions by they people they serve (again, I don’t envy them and the time and commitment that’s involved), but a “Yea” for public safety and education is a must for our county. I’ll even go ahead and say “Thank you” to the supervisors for making sure we are protected and the children of the county are educated. Hanover County is envied — and there are many reasons for that. Let’s continue to make sure we can boast about why we live here and why it’s the best county in this region. If you have a comment or concern about the upcoming budget vote, make your voice heard.
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Theatre closing: end of an era By Jim Ridolphi for The Hanover Local
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he projection room at The Westhampton Theatre went permanently dark a couple of weeks ago. For the many who formed lifetime memories at the Grove Avenue landmark, it also marks the end of an era for venues like Westhampton. You stick around long enough and you witness the beginning and end of a way of life: going to the movies in America. It began early in our childhood, and Saturday morning movies at The Westhampton were a regular staple in our routine. My sister remembers the strict instructions from our father as she exited the car better than me. “ ‘Even if the movie is over, just sit there and watch it again, if I’m not there -- don’t move until I come to pick you up’ ” were our normal Saturday morning marching orders. The double features were rarely good, but always played to a packed house. The Westhampton was a neighborhood centerpiece in a collection of local landmarks that provided the foundation for many of our memories. In 1960, Richmond’s downtown featured a number of theaters, all of them decorated with under the marquee-situated signs advertising the latest creature comfort: air conditioning. Our Willow Lawn neighborhood connected to the line of movies on Broad Street via the bus, and we often made the trip to The National, The State or The Colonial. I recall a special trip to the most elegant of the downtown houses called The Lowes. After a trip on the bus, movies like “Goldfinger” at the Lowes transported its viewers to far away places. I attended the Richmond pre-
miere of “A Hard Day’s Night” at the Capitol across the street from the old Train Station, now the Science Museum.
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Many memories were made at the Westhampton Theatre, which recently closed its doors.
Decades of my life and the memories that document it were formed in movie houses around Richmond. Like many others, special relationships or first dates always seemed to somehow connect to one of the
many theaters in Richmond. I suppose it began to change when multi-movie theaters began to open around the area. They were stark in comparison to their predecessors, and depended on sheet metal and simplicity instead of elegance and mahogany. The Byrd and The Westhampton outlasted all of the others, with the latter continuing as a regular outlet for foreign and independent films. But, the writing was on the wall, and the theatre showed its last movie. The closing evoked many memories for many who loved the Williamsburg style movie house, a venue that seemed unique to those who visited. Dozens of club sandwiches at Phil’s, an untold number of orders of shrimp-fried rice at Peking and few underage beers at The Tempo Room later, it’s all just a memory. Since its closing, I’ve learned the theatre infiltrated many more lives than I realized, and its closing brought a unified sigh of dismay at a world that values new and improved, and ignores steady and sure. So, is it appropriate for many of us to feel a twinge of melancholy as the box office goes dim on Grove Avenue? I suggest that, after all, it’s never saying good-bye to an old friend.
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mendously thankful for the work of the volunteers who currently serve in Hanover. But the fact remains that a situation could arise — if someone working at the Rockville station gets sick and can’t come in, for example — in which the fire station is not adequately staffed to respond to calls. For Hanover resident Pat Lacy, the reality of understaffing hit home last year when a fire broke out in the home of her friend’s mother. Lacy said that — because the closest firehouse to the scene was not open on that day — help did not arrive until it was too late. “I don’t think fire departments should ever be closed—
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I think they should be like police stations,” Lacy said. “We also need to stop building new homes if we don’t have the resources to serve them. It’s not fair to the people who are coming here, and it’s not fair to the people who are already living here.” Like many others who spoke during the meeting, Lacy pushed Piland to find ways for residents to help ease the burden. One woman asked if they could make monetary
donations to the Rockville station specifically, while others urged the formation of a committee to help educate the public about fire safety. Most seemed to agree that the problem is one that will take a community-wide effort to fix. Rockville resident Bob Wilburn said after the meeting that he was pleased with both the turnout and theway county leaders responded to
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21 graduate from Hanover Planning Academy HANOVER — Twentyone citizens have graduated from the 2016 Hanover County Planning Academy. Graduates were: Larnie C. Allgood, Casey Bohn, Matthew T. Brann, Robert W. Brockmeier, Meredeth Dash, Laura T. DeRusha, James C. Driggs, Yvonne Gibney, Edward N. Gooding Sr., Steven Hadra, David Hobbs, Dalton Luffey, Brenda Rosalez, Lisa Rossi, Gwendolyn Taylor, Curtis Tomlin, Heyda Vass, Brigitt H. Walker, W. Martin Williams, Kenneth Winston and Tyler Womble. They learned about the planning process, the rules and regulations governing
HRWC offering $1,000 scholarship The Hanover Republican Women’s Club is offering a scholarship to an eligible high school senior in Hanover County. The scholarship has
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together.” Proudly, the sheriff talks about the community’s needs and the partnerships his office has formed. He said his department remains focused on what the needs are for the future. “We work to find a way to bring those two plans together in working with the county administration and the board [of supervisors]. We found a great willingness from the county administration and the board to want to partner to bring those two plans together this year.” In his budget request, he asked for 10 deputies and two administrative assistants. He said they need 10 deputies for the patrol division. “That doesn’t take into account seven others that we need for our investigative operations.” Under Hines’ leadership, the Hanover County Sheriff’s Office – with 211 deputies – covers nearly 500 miles. “We saw a slight increase in our response times this year,” he said. “I tell them [the supervisors] that every year. In this [budget] presentation, Priority 1 calls showed a two-minute increase in our response time over five years.” When he talks about his department, Hines emphasizes that “We’re part of this community; we understand it. We’re coaches; we’re peers; we worship in the same churches. We’re all neighbors and we understand the needs of this community.” “Our motto has always been ‘Continuing to be a part of, not apart from, the community,’ and we still believe that today.” With pride, he added, “And we’re recognized nationally for our partnerships with our com-
munity.” The partnerships his office has throughout the county is, in his opinion, “manpower intensive. You have to have officers available to be in the neighborhoods. You have to have officers available to meet with the businesses to keep those partnerships alive.” In his recent address to the supervisors, Hines said he stressed “manpower, personnel and also that we understand the county budget. We understand it. So I’m hoping that where we are – and I think we are – that there’s a willingness for county administration, the board of supervisors and Sheriff’s Office to bring those together: the county plan and the sheriff’s five-year plan.” “I’ve never gone into a budget presentation trying to scare this community,” the sheriff said. “I do have a broad understanding of what the county’s needs are and I make sure we fit into that.” When he approached the supervisors last year about his budget needs, Hines asked for six deputies. “We knew this year that we couldn’t ask for 17, but we would be able to ask for six or eight. We’re trying. I don’t just bring all my needs and dump them on the county. We cut it at least three different times before it goes over to the county administrator. I’m the one that has the last cut.” Cecil R. “Rhu” Harris Jr., county administrator, proposed a $427.7 million budget. The Hanover County Board of Supervisors will conduct a public hearing on the budget at 7 p.m. today (Wednesday, April 6). The adoption is scheduled for the 3 p.m. Wednesday, April 13, regular meeting.
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Graduates of the 2016 Hanover County Planning Academy are, from left, front, Yvonne Gibney, Ken Winston, Laurett DeRusha, Brigitt Walker, Meredeth Dash, Lisa Rossi, Heyda Vass, Gwendolyn Taylor, Brenda Rosalez and Tyler Womble, and, back, David Hobbs, Curtis Tomlin, Larnie Allgood, Ed Gooding, Matthew Brann, W. Martin Williams, Steven F. Hadra and James C. Driggs. Robert W. Brockmeier, Casey Bohn and Dalton Luffey also were members of the class.
zoning and subdivisions, the legal bases for planning, planning for capital improvements, and ethics in the planning process. Participants also had a chance to discuss the County’s future. For more informa-
tion about the Planning Academy contact Sharlee K.D. Mills, office manager at the Planning Office, at 804365-6169 or e-mail sdmills@ hanovercounty.gov. Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.
nation” and how it impacts “our community. We’re trying to be better prepared for that.” “At the same time,” Hines continued, “we’re trying to be better prepared, working with our board of supervisors and county administration. There are growth opportunities that are coming to the county.” “The budget that we put forward reflects our needs,” he said. “I left the board [of supervisors] with this, and I hope what I left them with was our willingness to partner to find a way to bring the sheriff’s office’s five-year personnel plan and the county’s fiveyear financial plan for personnel
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Whittemore stays in tune for Yellow Jackets By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor ASHLAND – Not matter what gets thrown at her, former Patrick Henry standout Candace Whittemore finds a way to stay in tune. Whittemore, a stalwart on the Patriots’ pitcher’s mound, helped lead Patrick Henry to three trips to the Virginia High School League state tournament in her four years there. She chose to stay close to home for college, attending Randolph-Macon and continuing her softball career there. Her college career has gotten off to a good start. Despite her own injuries that have altered her game, Whittemore has worked her way into the starting rotation with sophomore Nelda Bagley, and the pair have combined to give the Yellow Jackets a 22-6 record through a doubleheader sweep at Randolph Sunday. “She’s been throwing really, really well for us,” said Randolph-Macon head softball coach Kevin Proffitt. “She’s kept us in just about every game that’s she’s thrown except for maybe early on in the year.” Whittemore had to grow up quick. Bagley, who as a freshman last year ably pitched the Yellow Jackets to their first appearance in a NCAA Division III softball tournament, has had some health issues this year, so
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Former Patrick Henry standout Candace Whittemore has wasted little time getting comfortable on the mound for RandolphMacon, where she shares hurling duties with sophomore Nelda Bagley. Whittemore pitched the Yellow Jackets to a 2-1 win in the opener of a doubleheader with visiting Mary Washington Thursday.
Whittemore had little time to get used to the college game. “My first game, my nerves definitely showed,” Whittemore said. “It just got better as the innings and games went on. … I don’t think of it as nervewracking anymore. I like playing. don’t really think me being a freshman and playing – I just think that I’m glad to have play-
ing time.” She has had to be more mindful of how she approaches the game, however. She had hip surgery over the summer and spent the fall and winter recovering. As a result of the surgery – and some minor complications – she lost the velocity she readily called upon at Patrick Henry. Now she has to rely a lot
upon finesse. “The batters are definitely stronger,” Whittemore said of college hitters. “My speed is definitely not to what it was before my surgery … so now I’m kind of relying upon my movement the most. … I know I’m not just going to throw it by the batters.” Whittemore currently
leads the Yellow Jackets with a 12-2 record and 1.50 ERA. In 16 appearances – 14 starts – she has given up 31 runs (20 earned) and 31 walks while striking out 89. While the surgery and recovery arguably have made her a better pitcher, Whittemore’s
ASHLAND – It’s been like a tale of two teams. R and olph - Ma c on’s women’s lacrosse team started off the season with two straight losses. Both games were competitive, but the Yellow Jackets could not quite get ahead. Since then, RandolphMacon five of their last six games, including a 23-2 win over Hollins at Day Field Saturday. Midfielder Alicia Hsieh said teamwork has been the key. “Before we were kind of just doing our own thing,” Hsieh said. “Now it’s more of a team effort. … Last year, we had a lot more individual goals, but this year, we’ve had a lot of assists. You can see it in our stats. Almost all of our goals are assisted now. see LACROSSE, pg. 10
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Big sixth inning gets Louisa past Patrick Henry By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor ASHLAND – Patrick Henry began the sixth inning just six outs away from a shutout of visiting Louisa County Thursday afternoon. By the time the sixth inning was over, the Patriots trailed 6-5. By the time the game was over, Patrick Henry had been thrown overboard by the Lions 8-6. The Patriots took advantage of timely hitting and a rattled Louisa defense to take a 5-0 lead in the third inning. Patrick Henry starting pitcher William Strong dominated the Lions, holding them scoreless for the first five innings, but Patriots head coach Sam Hart had to go to the bullpen in the sixth. The bullpen proved shaky – it wasn’t helped by a pair of Patrick Henry errors that inning – and the Lions, sensing blood on the sand, pounced. “We kind of did some things that allowed them to jump out on us [in the third inning],” said Louisa head coach Kevin Fisher. “Our kids hung in there and [the Patriots] made some uncharacteristic plays for them. We battled, and then we got
things that he does for us. He’s been the No. 1 or 2 guy for three years for us – him and Chesdin. Obviously, he’s still throwing well, but we’ve got to find somebody else to play like he does for us.” Patrick Henry out-hit Louisa 14 to nine. Hunter Hart went 3 for 4, Kendall Stanley was 2-for2 and Cole Carrano was 2 for 3 for the Patriots (3-2). Jake Tally went 2 for 3 and Aaron Szlankiewicz went 2 for 4 for the Lions (4-2), but Cale Agee was the only player on either team to take advantage of the stiff wind blowing out to left field that day. Agee took about the only mistake Patrick Henry reliever Colton Crawley mad – drifting a pitch up a bit – and, with a little help from the wind, drove it over the left-center wall to extend Louisa’s lead to 8-5. “I told the kids before the game that it’s going to be a strange game due to the fact of the 22-, 25-mile-per-hour winds. It’s going to change the course of the game,” Hart said. “And it did – for us scoring Dave Lawrence/The Local some runs early, and again, it Patrick Henry baserunner Hunter Hart beats the throw to first in the fifth inning of Louisa’s 8-5 victory over the Patriots Thursday. played a part in the ball there.” Dave Lawrence can be some key hits.” fill the vacuum on the pitcher’s now plays for the University of Hart said. “But we’ve got to find Hart said the Patriots need mound left by the graduation Virginia. somebody else to get out on reached at dlawrence@mechlosomeone to step up and help of Chesdin Harrington, how “Will threw well for us,” the mound and exhibit .., the cal.com.
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Randolph-Macon’s Alex Lightfoot (second from left) launches a shot that gets through the Hollins defense for another Yellow Jacket goal in Randolph-Macon’s 23-2 victory Saturday.
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I think our team works a lot better together on the defensive side and the offensive side – and on the draw.” Attacker Alex Lightfoot agreed. “In the beginning, I feel like everybody had own agenda for the season and their own goals,” Lightfoot said. “That wasn’t helping us get anywhere. Now that we’ve come together, we’ve been a lot more successful.” Randolph-Macon head
coach M.K. Geratowski said playing a complete game was also key to the Yellow Jackets’ turnaround. “I think that playing 60 minutes is the biggest [change],” Geratowski said. “In … our first three losses, we didn’t start well. We didn’t win the first draw, we didn’t score the first goal and we went down by a bit. It put us in a hole that we couldn’t dig ourselves out of.” Hsieh and Lightfoot are the offensive leaders for the Yellow Jackets, with 32 and 26 points, respectively, this season. Hsieh has 28 goals and four assists.
Lightfoot has four goals and 22 assists. Saturday against Hollins, Hsieh had three goals and an assist while Lightfoot had one goal and two assists. Hsieh was one of four Yellow Jackets who finished with three goals: Saunders Riley, Hannah Makepeace and Katie Russo. Riley also had two assists. Shannon Jamieson recorded five assists for RandolphMacon. Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com.
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offense has suffered somewhat. “It was a lot easier coming back from the break pitching than it was hitting,” said Whittemore, who had been one of Patrick Henry’s more productive players on offense. “I hit in high school ball, but in college, my first chances at bat I didn’t do very well.” Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com.
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HANOVER – The Pamunkey Regional Library has announced programs that are scheduled in the area. They are:
Richard S. Gillis Jr./Ashland Branch Library Redacted Poetry at the Ashland Branch Library -- April 6-30. Celebrate National Poetry Month by finding verse in ordinary places like newspapers, magazines, or any page of the printed word. There will be sample pages you can use to create your found word poem and breathe new life into words on a page. This event will run during library hours until Saturday, April 30. For more information, call 804-798-4072 or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. Learning Microsoft Word Class at the Ashland Branch Library – 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Monday. Learn how to complete basic tasks in Microsoft Word 2010, like editing and saving a document, how to add formatting, and more. For more information, call or visit the library to sign up for the class. Teen Movie Night at the Ashland Branch Library – 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, April 8. Ages 11 to 16. Enjoy a great movie on the big screen. Pizza will be provided by the Friends of the Ashland Library. For more information, call 804798-4072 or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. What Makes a Great Nation Great? at the Ashland Branch Library – 3 to 4 p.m. Sunday, April 10. Charles
Bryan, former president of the Virginia Historical Society, will talk about the intriguing subject of what makes a great nation. Copies of his book, “Imperfect Past: History in a New Light,” will be available for signing. Light refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Ashland Library. For more information, call 804-798-4072 or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. D.E.A.R. (Drop Everything and Read) at the Ashland Branch Library – 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday. Ages 5 to 10. Reading is more fun and rewarding than almost anything (especially chores), whether you’re on your own or with friends, so “drop” what you’re doing and pick up a book instead. For more information, call 804-798-4072 or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. Must Love Words at the Ashland Branch Library – 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 12. Writers, are you looking for inspiration? Need readers with a discerning eye? Join in for constructive feedback and discussion about the craft of writing on the second Tuesday of each month. For more information, call 804-798-4072 or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave.
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years old. For more information, call 804798-4072 or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave.
Hanover Branch Library Family Movie Night at the Hanover Branch Library – 6 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, April 18. Join in for a free presentation of a current hit movie at the library. Snacks will be provided by the Hanover Branch Library Friends. For more information, call 804-798-4072 or visit the library at 7527 Library Drive. Storytimes at the Hanover Branch Library Friday, April 8, 15, 22, and 29. Family, 10:45 a.m., all ages. For more information, call 804-365-6210 or visit the library at 7527 Library Drive.
Lois Wickham Jones/ Montpelier Branch Library Second Saturday LEGO Club at the Montpelier Branch Library – 11 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 9. All ages. You bring your ideas, the library will provide the bricks. Buildings, superheroes, animals -- the sky’s the limit. Enter to win a LEGO book too. Snacks will be provided by the Friends of the Montpelier Library. For more information, call 804883-7116 or visit the library at 17205 Sycamore Tavern Lane. Storytimes at the Montpelier Branch Library
Wednesday, April 6, 13, 20, and 27. Family, 10 a.m., all ages. For more information, call 804-883-7116 or visit the library at 17205 Sycamore Tavern Lane.
Cochrane Rockville Branch Library Paint & Play with Magnets at the Cochrane Rockville Branch Library – 11 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 16. Calling all mad scientist kids. Experiment with magnets and paint with them, as science and art play together at the library. For more information, call 804-749-3146 or visit the library at 16600 Pouncey Tract Rd. Read 2 Rover at the Cochrane Rockville Branch Library – 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Thursday, April 28. Read 2 Rover provides comfort and motivation for beginning readers as they read aloud to therapy dogs. Call or visit the library for more information or to register for this rewarding program. For more information, call 804-749-3146 or visit the library at 16600 Pouncey Tract Rd. Storytimes at the Cochrane Rockville Branch Library Friday, April 8, 15, 22, and 29. Family, 10:30 a.m., all ages. For more information, call 804-749-3146 or visit the library at 16600 Pouncey Tract Rd. Information submitted by Carolyn Garner, librarian, cgarner@pamunkeylibrary.org and 804-746-3176.
residents’ concerns. “I knew we were not going to solve this problem in one budget cycle, but we’ve taken a big step,” Wilburn said. “I think our leaders have gotten the message.” Battalion Chief Jason Williams also viewed the evening as an overall success. “I think the public became more aware of some of our challenges, and I think we all know that at the end of the day it’s about resources,” Williams said. Like Piland, Williams wanted to make clear that the issues the station faces are in no way a reflection on the work of the dedicated volunteers who continue to serve the community. “We’re doing everything we can to promote volunteerism,” Williams said. “But we also want the volunteers to know we are so proud of what they’ve done and what they continue to do.”
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