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Vol. 2 No. 26 | Richmond Suburban News | January 4, 2017

Motor assist workers receive lifesaving honor By Melody Kinser Managing Editor

outine probably isn’t a word Jim Rosalez and Rick Rust would use to describe their work with the motorist assist program of the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office. But, because of their commitment, they found themselves with the title of hero after an incident last February. It was about 5 p.m. on Feb. 26, 2016, when they were dispatched to an unconscious/not breathing male in the parking lot of Target on Bell Creek Road in Mechanicsville. Dispatchers had advised that the male was in the driver’s seat of a Volkswagen sedan in the side parking lot. Rosalez and Rust were in the Target parking lot when the call was dispatched. They found the vehicle and started life-saving efforts inside the vehicle. A deputy arrived, and Rosalez and Rust helped remove the victim from the vehicle. He was said to be in and out of consciousness until Hanover Fire-EMS arrived. Fire-EMS administered multiple doses of NARCAN, and transported the male to Memorial Regional Medical Center for observation. Sgt. R.B. Laine recommended that Rosalez and Rust “be

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Rick Rust, left, and Jim Rosalez received the Woodmen Life Lifesaving Award for their efforts last February. The two are part of the Hanover County Sheriff’s Office’s motor assist program.

commended for their quick thinking and motivation to help an individual in need. Mr. Rosalez and Mr. Rust did not hesitate to enter the victim’s vehicle and start life-saving efforts until more help arrived. Their actions bring good light to both Mr. Rosalez

Time to sign up for the Ashland Musical Variety Show Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND — Now is the time to join a musical, family, entertaining, community-building experience. The Hanover Arts & Activities Center is accepting sign-up forms for the Ashland Musical Variety Show — “Ashland Loves a Parade.” Sign-up to be on stage or back stage for the show, sponsored by the Hanover Arts and Activities Center. It is easy to join the fun. Go online at www.hanoverarts.org or pick up sign-up forms at the Ashland Library, Cross Brothers, or the Hanover

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The 2015 Ashland Musical Variety Show got “Happy” in this rendition of Pharrell Williams’ popular hit song.

and Mr. Rust, as well as the Sheriff ’s Office.” Rosalez and Rust were recognized for their efforts as recipients of the Woodmen Life Lifesaving Award. The two, modest about their hero status, recently talked about their responsibilities and the satisfaction helping others brings to them. There are always two riding together, Rust said. “The biggest thing we do is we relieve a deputy if we’re waiting for a wrecker to come.” Rosalez added, “There’s usually at least two or three deputies. What we do is come in and we can relieve those other two and they can go into the county and do other stuff. Waiting for a wrecker sometimes takes up to an hour or two.” Sgt. James R. Cooper, public information officer for Col. David R. Hines, sheriff, said, “They can take the spot of two deputies; they can do traffic control and we can get back to patrols.” An important part of the motor assist program to Rosalez and Rust is helping with funeral processions. “As the funeral starts the procession, we replace the deputy who starts the procession,” Rosalez said. “Other deputies see our lights, so they can take off. We try to help out as much as we can. We’ll relieve the deputies.” see LIFE pg. 2

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Arts and Activities Center at 500 South Center Stree in Ashland. The deadline to join the show is Monday, Jan. 9. Rehearsals start on Jan. 16. Presented every-other year at Blackwell Auditorium on the campus of RandolphMacon College, since 1982, this entertaining, family show traditionally features around 400 cast members, ages kindergarten and up. Cast members usually rehearse each of their numbers one night a week for 30 minutes, and enjoy singing and dancing

ASHLAND – Gallery Flux will present “Colors of Home,” with an opening reception and artist talk scheduled Thursday, Jan. 5, at 307B England St. in Ashland. The reception will Image submitted by Tammi Teefey-Conti be held from 5:30 to 8 Amy Donahue’s “Summer at p.m. The talk begins at the Henry Clay,” 16x20, oil of 6:30 p.m. Downtown Ashland. A second reception is planned from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Feb. 2. The show runs Jan. 5 through March 31.

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HANOVER — Hanover County makes real estate tax relief available for residents who are elderly or permanently disabled and who have a net worth of $200,000 or less, and combined household gross income of $50,000 or less. The application period for the upcoming year started Tuesday, Jan. 3. The deadline is March 1 for the relief to be applied to the tax bills due (first half) on June 5. Applicants must be 65 years old or permanently disabled and must own or partially own the property and have lived in it on Dec. 31. If the applicant is in a hospital or extended care facility, he or she may still qualify as long as the house is not rented or leased. The $200,000 net worth figure does not include the value of the house and up to 10 acres around it. All owners must live in the home. The home’s owners can have a combined gross annual income of up to $50,000 and still qualify. The income of relatives living in the home is counted

except for the first $10,000 of the relative’s income, which is exempted. If an applicant qualifies for 100% tax relief, they pay no real property taxes on that qualified parcel. The discount percentage is based on a sliding scale of the total income. About 1425 households currently participate in Hanover County’s tax relief for the elderly and disabled program. The average tax savings is about $960 for those households; about 34% of the participating households pay no County real estate tax at all as a result of the program. Because of this program, qualifying Hanover County residents had their real estate taxes reduced by about $1.3 million last year. Disabled applicants must provide certification of disability. This can be a statement from the Social Security Administration, a statement from the Veterans Administration, a statement from the Railroad Retirement Board or a sworn affidavit from two (2) medical doctors. Once an application is on file, only

an affidavit is needed for the following two (2) years, unless there is a significant change in income or net worth. A new application is necessary only every third year. All information on the application is confidential and is not open to public inspection. Applicants must sign up by March 1, 2017, for the relief to be applied to the real estate tax bills that will be sent out later this spring and which are due (first half) on June 5, 2017. “This is a great program designed to help those taxpayers who most need the help,” said Scott Harris, Hanover’s Commissioner of the Revenue. “We invite all residents who think they might qualify to call our office.” To apply, call the Commissioner of the Revenue at 804-365-6128. If you have computer access, application forms can also be downloaded from www.hanovercounty.gov.

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you for what you do.’ ” “We do it because we enjoy it,” Rosalez added. “To us, it’s kind of different, it’s fun.” When he retired, Rosalez said, “I didn’t want to just sit at home; I wanted to get active.” That’s how he became involved with the motor assist program. He had been employed as the director of International Human Resources for an oil company in Bakersfield, California, managing the Latin America and Canadian operations. His wife is a Virginian and that’s how he ended up settling here. “We both worked for GTE, now Verizon. You marry a Virginia girl, they don’t leave home. Rust’s wife was from Mechanicsville so it became home to them. “For 30 years, I sold professional beauty supplies to salons. I was on the road all the time.” He started with the motor assist program in 2011. “We cannot go by a beauty salon that they don’t know him,” Rosalez said. He also said his partner “knows every nook and cranny in this county. We’re good as a team.” Rust agreed: “We do work

good together.” They have been working together for two years. Rosalez has been with the program about three years. He had started with the Citizens Police Academy. “The Sheriff ’s Office has so many opportunities to volunteer for,” Rust said. “We both do the courtesy patrol for the holiday shopping season.” The two “hear everything that’s going on in the county.” They respond to accidents, traffic congestions, and “nine out of 10 times we head to the scene” after being dispatched. Rust said the personal reward for them is “We just enjoy it.” “We like to give back to the county and this is how we do it,” Rosalez added. “We do different things for headquarters -- whatever they want, whatever they need. “The ‘thank yous’ are enormous,” Rust said. “It just means a whole lot to us.” Sgt. Tim Simpson is the administrator of the motor assist program. He is supported by Lt. Lonnie Carter of Special Operations.

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Rust said there are rewards every day with everybody. “They appreciate having us. You can do the simplest little thing and you get a hundred thank yous and that’s worth everything we put into it.” Rosalez said they also volunteer for the police academy operated by the Sheriff ’s Office. “It’s good to see these young kids out on patrol. When you see them, they greet you like you’re family. That’s a lot of rewards.” Rosalez, whose father was from Spain and his mother from Mexico, has been helping a deputy who teaches a Spanish class. He speaks five languages – Spanish, Chinese, French, Russian and Mandarin – and is often asked to translate for the deputies. The two usually work Friday evening/ night. “Civilians thank you,” Rust said. They frequent the Hanover Café, where people will “come up to us and say, ‘Thank

SHERIFFâ€™S REPORTS | Crime, Accidents, Fire & Rescue Dec. 20

Petit larceny from auto was reported at Brook Way Court, Mechanicsville.

Grand larceny from auto was reported at Walking Horse Drive, Mechanicsville.

Embezzlement, $200, was reported at Westwood Road, Mechanicsville.

Petit larceny from auto was reported at Little Sorrel Drive, Mechanicsville.

Driver did not report accident with damages, $500, at Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

Simple assault was reported at Brandy Run Drive, Mechanicsville.

Destruction of property, monument, was reported at Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Dec. 21

Grand larceny building was reported in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

Simple assault was reported in the 7200 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $500, in the 8300 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

Embezzlement was reported in the 16100 block of Theme Park Way, Doswell.

Identity theft, financial loss, $200, was reported at Turkey Road, Rockville.

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $1,000, in the 7000 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville. Possession of marijuana, subsequent offense, was reported in the 7200 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 7400 block of Mechanicsville Elementary Drive, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 10100 block of Lakeridge Parkway/Kings Acres Road, Ashland.

Trespassing on posted property was reported in the 8300 block of Windsor Walk Lane, Mechanicsville. Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 3700 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville. Grand larceny, $200 or more not from a person, was reported in the 10300 block of Colonial Estates Lane, Glen Allen. Driver did not report an accident with damages, $1,000, in the 14100 block of Washington Highway, Ashland. Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 8000 block of Cold Harbor Road/ Mechanicsville Turnpike eastbound to Cold Harbor Road, Mechanicsville.

Operating a motor vehicle, habitual offender, second subsequent offense, was reported in the 3700 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Concealment, price altering merchandise, $200, was reported in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

Grand larceny building was reported in the 13000 block of Riverside Court, Ashland.

Driving under the influence of alcohol was reported in the 10200 block of Washington Highway/ Sliding Hill Road, Glen Allen.

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Dec. 22

False identify self to law enforcement was reported in the 3900 block of Interstate 295 to Pole Green Road eastbound, Mechanicsville.

Dec. 23

Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 9100 block of East Patrick Henry Road, Ashland.

Possession of marijuana, subsequent offense, was reported in the 8100 block of Woodbridge Road/Sussex Road, Mechanicsville.

Operating a motor vehicle, habitual offender, second subsequent offense, was reported in the 7500 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville. Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 13300 block of Elmont Road, Ashland.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 8000 block of Elder Trail, Mechanicsville. Possession of Schedule I and II controlled substances was reported in the 8200 block of Atlee Road, Mechanicsville.

Grand larceny, $200 or more not from a person, was reported in the 10400 block of Atlee Station Road, Ashland.

more not from a person, was reported in the 6300 block of Morning Glory Road, Mechanicsville.

Dec. 26

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $500, was reported in the 8100 block of Atlee Road, Mechanicsville.

Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 7000 block of Adaline Lane, Mechaicsville.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 7100 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/Wynbrook Lane, Mechanicsville.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 6300 block of Queens Lane Circle, Mechanicsville.

Possession of Schedule I and II controlled substance was reported in the 10900 block of Wychwood Drive, Mechanicsville.

Dec. 27

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 3700 block of Interstate 95 North, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 7300 block of Smoothbore Lane, Mechanicsville.

Grand larceny building was reported in the 9900 block of Luckinghole Road, Ashland.

Simple assault was reported in the 8000 block of Little Florida Road,

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $1,000, in the 3700 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Credit card fraud, $200 in six months, was reported in the 7000 block of Covenant Woods Drive, Mechanicsville.

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Grand larceny from auto was reported in the 7100 block of Kella Way, Mechanicsville.

Simple assault was reported in the 8200 block of Pleasant Grove Road, Mechanicsville.

Larceny, less than $5 from a person, was reported in the 8000 block of Kiwi Lane, Mechanicsville.

Dec. 24 Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 9300 block of Chamberlayne Road/Atlee Road, Mechanicsville.

Concealment, price altering merchandise, $200, was reported in the 6300 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

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ID theft ID to defraud, $200, was reported in the 7100 block of Brooks Farm Road, Mechanicsville.

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Proposed Montpelier commercial node will receive public hearing By Jim Ridolphi for The Hanover Local

ANOVER – Members of the Hanover County Board of Supervisors have opted to advertise a public hearing for a comprehensive plan amendment that would establish a commercial node near Montpelier to accommodate a project that would eventually contain a gas station, outdoor movie facility and a special events park. The panel delayed action last month when Planning Director David Maloney suggested the county extend the rural village line to include the property in question and allow the project to move forward. At that time, some supervisors viewed that as spot zoning, or changing classifications for a particular project or request. Also at that meeting, South Anna District supervisor Wayne Hazzard made it clear it was up to the neighbors to decide the ultimate fate of the project, and advertising a commercial node would allow a public hearing process and Hanover County Planning Commission consideration to move forward prior to board consideration. Last week, the supervisors decided to abandon the village boundary extension and advertise a public hearing for a comprehensive plan amendment creating a commercial node on the south end of Montpelier. “The initial proposal was to expand the rural village designation, and the alternative would create a commercial node to encompass the applicant’s parcel,” Maloney said.

Since last month’s meeting and the deferral, planning staff, supervisors and the applicant arrived at this alternative plan that modifies the current Comprehensive Plan. “Just for clarification, the commercial node is encompassing an area that is already commercial,” Hazzard said during a comment period. “It’s not just his parcel that would be commercial.” Maloney said there are other businesses located along that corridor on Mountain Road, including a plumbing supply business and a garage. “So, this is still a request for a Comprehensive Plan amendment but instead of extending a rural village, we would have a commercial node,” said Chickahominy supervisor Angela Kelly-Wiecek. Ashland supervisor Faye Prichard said she is not a fan of Comp Plan amendments that occur outside the normal update window, but could support a motion to advertise. “In this case, where I don’t see any citizens complaints … I think I would consider this as positive.” Maloney pointed out the process is subject to a public hearing. “I’m not going to try to predict the outcome of what that process may produce. I can tell you my office has received quite a number of phone calls in opposition to the request to add a commercial node.” While expressing his support for commercial development, Hazzard said the ultimate decision should rest with the people who live in that area. “It’s not in my backyard,” Hazzard said. “All this does is authorize a public hearing and

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The Hanover County Sheriff’s Office received two awards from the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police during the Dec. 14 meeting of the Hanover County Board of Supervisors. Shown are, from left, Aubrey “Bucky” Stanley, chairman of the board; Col. David R. Hines, sheriff; Sgt. Mike Tilley, Capt. Kenny Epling, Maj. Tom Woody, and Dana Schrad, Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police.

people can come forward. I’ve told the applicant if this amendment is not approved, then it’s over. We are not going to do spot zoning.” Mechanicsville supervisor Canova Peterson said he’s always anxious to hear from the public, but questioned the wisdom of considering a Comprehensive Plan amendment so close to a

formal update of the plan scheduled to begin early next year. The motion to advertise a public hearing regarding the proposal passed unanimously and the matter will be placed on the planning commission agenda and eventually make its way back for board consideration.

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Colors of Home is an art exhibition of original landscapes in oils by Amy H.R. Donahue, pastel paintings by Dan Michael and ceramics by David Camden. For more information, call 804-752-3540 or visit www.galleryflux.com.

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Amy Donahue’s works include: “Light Over the Bank,” 13½x7, pastel and Rural Plains on Display,” 10½x7, pastel plein air.

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Rotary Club of Hanover announces essay contest Diabetic awareness 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; double spaced; printed on white paper, size 8½x11. 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 foot-noted, 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.

Salt Fish breakfast set Jan 14 Staff Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND – 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. on Saturday, Jan. 14, at the Ruritan Club Community House. The Ruritan Community House is located behind the Independence Christian Church at 14033 Independence Rd. (off Route 54, west of Ashland). Proceeds from the breakfast will benefit Ashland Christian Emergency Services (ACES). Breakfast includes: salt herring fillets, scrambled eggs, bacon, spiced apples, cornbread, grits, coffee and orange juice. The price is $9 for adults. For more information, call 804-798-6579.

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together for a good cause, the Hanover Arts and Activities Center. There also is a Children’s Chorus that rehearses after school at Gandy each Wednesday afternoon starting on Fe. 8. This year’s show is called, “Ashland Loves a Parade.” Lorie Foley and Sue Watson, co-producers/directors, and Carter Flippo and

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 $100; second place will receive a $75; third place will receive a $50. Essays will not be returned. Only one essay per student, please. Entries must be postmarked by midnight, Feb. 28, 2017. 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.

Gymnast scored perfect 10 Local level 3 gymnast, Kennedy Fisher, who trains with Paragon Gymnastics, recently scored a perfect 10 on her bar routine. This is considered an extraordinary accomplishment. To give a frame of reference, of the tens of thousands of level 3 gymnasts in the United States, only six have scored a 10 on bars the entire 2016 year. With this score, Kennedy is ranked No. 1 in the country on bars.

Fred Horn, music directors, have planned musical numbers that will showcase many different kinds of music, talents, dancing, singing, comedy, and people for three shows: March 30, 31 and April 1. The show begins at 7:30 p.m. Talent is not required, but appreciated. The only requirement is a smile and a desire to have fun together. Ashland residency also is not required. The cast traditionally comes from all over the Ashland/ Hanover/Greater Richmond area. Many

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Emily Fleming, the 2016 Cinderella Miniature Miss Virginia, enjoyed visiting with Del. Chris Peace, R-97, and gave him a pin to wear for Diabetes Awareness Month. Diagnosed at the age of 4 with Type 1 diabetes, Emily said she works hard to raise money for research to help find a cure.

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new friendships are formed each year during the rehearsals and the show. For more information, contact Sue Watson at 804-798-5686, Lorie Foley at 804-798-0704, or the Hanover Arts and Activities Center at 804-798-2728. The Hanover Arts & Activities Center is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote arts, education and community building. For more information, visit www. hanoverarts.org.

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OPINION | The Local Views

2016 brought us a new term, fake news, but that’s not what we do By Roslyn Ryan Richmond Suburban News

s we look back at the year 2016, it’s easy to conclude that it was a year like no other. There was the good (the Olympics), the bad (a vitriol-soaked Presidential election), and the just

plain odd. And firmly in that last category, particularly for those who work in the media world or just follow it closely, we can add the rise of so-called “fake news.” Even if you haven’t heard of fake news, the term given to false

stories produced largely by websites and spread through social media sites, you have probably still come across at least a few examples — possibly without realizing it. Plenty of it isn’t actually dangerous: Who is truly hurt, for example, by believing a man in Spain has figured out how to train cockatoos to file your taxes for you? No one. But a fair amount of it - particularly when it purports to offer damning information about candidates running for office - can have far-reaching consequences. While I wish we could say that the New Year will allow us to leave fake news behind us, the way we do with last year’s fashions, we all know that isn’t likely to happen. So the best we can do,

as both contentious news-consumers and champions of good old-fashioned common sense, is to make sure that we are always reading critically, and always challenging those who deliver us our news to maintain the highest standards. As we move forward into 2017, we thank our wonderful, dedicated readers for their support, and pledge that we will continue to deliver information about our community in a way that is fair, honest and ethical. Thank you for the trust you have placed in us, and we wish you a happy and healthy New Year.

Only after approved development is absorbed, and impacts known, should Taylor Farm be considered. Third, Taylor Farm features 128 narrow 45’ wide single family lots and townhouses. These ASR incompatible lots and houses are fused with a 3.93 units/acre density, well above neighboring communities: Summer Duck -- 1.7, Honey Meadows -- 2.0, and Giles Farm -- 2.1. Reducing Taylor Farm’s density consistent with these communities was recommended by planning staff, and the Comprehensive Plan (CP) states development shall “ensure” land uses “harmonious with surrounding uses and residential density.” Taylor Farm violates the CP’s compatibility and density mandates. Fourth, in 2014, after reviewing Summer Duck’s pre-filed plan for 120+ homes, Angela Kelly-Wiecek, Chickahominy District representative on the Hanover County Board of Supervisors,

stated it “would be difficult for citizens to accept.” She advocated for a “more compatible plan,” leading to approval of 68 single family homes on large lots and no townhouses. Planning norms haven’t changed and won’t support a 168unit development now. Summer Duck principles should be followed. Taylor Farm’s upper limit should be 84 homes consistent with CP requirements. Assuming Taylor Farm’s approval, developers will be unconstrained in selecting homes and lots. Density will likewise be non-negotiable. A terrible precedent can be invoked, county-wide, regardless of community, school, or traffic effects; and the board of supervisors will be unable to alter subdivision fundamentals. Taylor Farm’s proposal would hobble Hanover County and must be rejected. Bob Nelson Mechanicsville

Roslyn Ryan is editor of The Goochland Gazette.

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Reader: Reject Taylor Farm plan Taylor Farm’s proposal for 168 homes on 42 forested acres raises fundamental planning issues. First, two lane Atlee Station Road (ASR) averages 12,000 vehicles daily. Three schools, 20 subdivisions, and ongoing development create major traffic delays. Adding Taylor Farm’s 1,476 vehicles would produce intolerable traffic. There’s nothing in the county’s 2017-2021 capital program for widening ASR, and it won’t happen before 2023. Second, development of 920 approved units, 34% of county suburban development since 2011, is adversely affecting the entire ASR corridor. The corridor is being amputated by developers and doesn’t need another 168 units.

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Randolph-Macon College has full list of events for new year Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND – The 2017 Cultural Arts Calendar for RandolphMacon College includes what is being described as “an extraordinary partnership” between the school and the Richmond Symphony Orchestra. Join the RSO in the R-MC Center for the Performing Arts for a season of musical journeys designed to introduce you to both new orchestral favorites and time-tested treats. Concerts begin at 3 p.m. Special subscription pricing is available. For ticket information, contact the RSO Box Office at 804788-1212. Admission at the door is $20 for adults; $18 for seniors; $10 for children; and $5 for all college students, R-MC faculty and staff with valid ID. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. Pre-Concert Lectures – R-MC Music Professor James Doering will lead a pre-concert lecture with an RSO conductor prior to each concert. This event is free of charge and will take place at 2 p.m. in the Brock Commons Dollar Tree Community Room. The 2016-2017 Metro Collection includes the following: Jan. 22, 2017 – Gluck, Purcell, Schubert. Steven Smith, conductor. Gluck’s Overture to Orfeo ed Euridice, Joan Tower’s Chamber Dance, Purcell’s The Gordian Knot Untied, Suite No. 1,Schubert’s Symphony No. 5 in B-flat Major, D. 485. Feb. 19, 2017 – Fischer and Beethoven. Steven Smith, conductor. Jim Jacobson, timpani. Bruce Adolphe’s Tyrannosaurus Sue: A Cretaceous Concerto, Fischer’s Symphony with Eight Obbligato Timpani, Beethoven’s Symphony No. 4 in B-flat Major, Opus 60. April 30, 2017 – Stravinsky, Beethoven and Mozart. ChiaHsuan Lin, conductor. Handel’s “Entrance of the Queen of Sheba” from Solomon, Stravinsky’s Danses concertantes, Beethoven’s Overture to The Creatures of Prometheus, Opus 43, Mozart’s Symphony No. 41 in C Major, K. 551 (“Jupiter”). Oct. 26 through Dec. 9 -- “Transit Landscapes – From Trains and Cars: Edinburgh-Glasgow, Washington-Richmond” Art Exhibit; 3 to 5 p.m. Oct. 23 Opening Reception; exhibit available from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday in PaceArmistead Hall in the Flippo Gallery. Dawn Latane’s paintings and prints are based on digital camera images of speeding landscapes from trains and cars. Forms become distorted, elongated and abstracted in color and light. Oct. 28 – 7 p.m. Fredericksburg String Quartet in Birdsong Hall. The Fredericksburg String Quartet plays a wide repertoire, from traditional classical to more modern styles. The concert will include various styles, and will be presented “in the round,” giving audience members an up-close look at the quartet. Oct. 29 – 7 p.m. Every 28 Hours (location TBD). Every 28 Hours consists of 75 one-minute plays inspired by the Black Lives Matter movement, with participation from artists across the nation. R-MC Theatre Arts students will be presenting these plays as part of the nationwide Every 28 Hours theatrical programming. Nov. 3 – 5:30 p.m. “Discovering Social Innovation: Business for Change” in Birdsong Hall, Dalton Room. How can you make the world a better place while making a living? Leigh-Kathryn

Bonner (of Bee Downtown) and Nate Myers (of the Malkuta Project) will explain the social impact of their startups and lead a conversation on resources for emerging entrepreneurs. Nov. 3 – 7:30 p.m. -- Phi Beta Kappa Visiting Scholar Jennifer Hochschild in Brock Commons, SunTrust Theater. Professor Jennifer Hochschild’s research and teaching center on the intersection of American politics and political philosophy, particularly in the areas of race, ethnicity, and immigration, and on the developing politics and ideologies around the societal use of genomic science. Nov. 3-5 and 10-12 – 8 p.m. -- Ghosts by Henrik Ibsen in Cobb Theatre, R-MC Center for the Performing Arts. In 1881, Ibsen rocked the literary and theatrical worlds with the publication of Ghosts. This play, a masterpiece of Western literature, is directed by Liv Klaers-Wohlford, Class of 2017. Contact the Box Office at 804-752-7316. Nov. 10 – 7 p.m. -- A Conversation with Artist Willie Cole in Birdsong Hall, Dalton Room. Willie Cole’s highly politicized art work comments on the history of slavery and oppression of African Americans. Cole invests everyday objects with broad ideological significance, thus engaging his audience with the complexities of race in American society. Nov. 14 – 7 p.m. “Searching for the Wild” in Brock Commons, SunTrust Theater. Environmental writer Emma Marris will probe the evolving definitions of “wild,” with examples ranging from wolves in the American West to the indigenous communities of the rainforest. Marris has written for many pub-

lications, including National Geographic. Nov. 14-18 -- 13th Annual International Education Week (Event times and locations to be announced). International Education Week celebrates the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide; it takes place in more than 100 countries. Highlights include a multicultural showcase, international films, and Passport Around the World. Nov. 17 – 6 p.m. -- “Anne Askew: The Making of a Martyr” in Brock Commons, Dollar Tree Community Room. John King, Class of 1995, a scholar of the Reformation, will discuss Anne Askew, who underwent torture and was burned at the stake because she was outspoken about her religious beliefs. She also was an outsider because she left her husband and resumed her maiden name. Nov. 19 – 7 p.m. -- Cambodian-American Heritage Dance Troupe in Blackwell Auditorium, R-MC Center for the Performing Arts. For almost 20 years, the troupe has performed selections from the repertoire of Cambodian classical and folk dances. This dance and music tradition, passed down from one generation to the next, is an indelible part of Cambodian culture. Nov. 19 – 3 p.m. -- R-MC Concert Choir Fall Concert at Duncan Memorial United Methodist Church. The Concert Choir presents its Fall Concert. The choir is under the direction of Music Professor Chris Ryder. Dec. 8-10 – 8 p.m. A New Holiday Tradition (Drama see RM-C, pg. 12

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OBITUARIES | Death Notices & Funerals CAROLYN MALLORY Carolyn Rae Mallory, 66, of Ashland, went to be with the Lord Thursday, December 22, 2016. She was preceded in death by her parents, Inez and Obie Mallory Sr. She is survived by four brothers, Obie Jr. (Betty), Raymond (Geraldine), Sherman (Vanetta) and Monroe Mallory; a sister, Nancy Mallory; a host of nieces and nephews, and many loving friends. Carolyn was born in Ashland and she was a lifelong member of Forest Grove United Methodist Church. She was a loving sister, aunt and loyal friend who will be missed by all. A funeral service was held at 1 p.m. on Monday, December 26, 2016, at Forest Grove UMC at 13384 Ashland Road in Ashland. Interment was in the church cemetery. In lieu of MALLORY flowers, memorial donations may be made to Forest Grove United Methodist Church.

CAROL SMITH Carol Britton Smith, 73, passed away December 26, 2016, in Henrico. She was born July 5, 1943, in Hollywood, California, to parents, William V. Britton Sr. and Helen Shipley Britton Meacham, who, along with her brother, William V. Britton Jr., have predeceased her. Carol grew up in Ashland, and graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University in 1965. She pursued a career in education and retired from the Henrico County School System as the principal’s secretary. Carol married her high school sweetheart, James R. Smith Jr. of Caroline County, in 1966, immediately after his graduation from The Virginia Military Institute. Carol was a devoted wife and mother and is survived by her husband SMITH of over 50 years, James; her son, James R. Smith III; her daughter, Susan Smith Kowtna; and her grandchildren, James R. Smith IV, Emily Grace Kowtna, Christopher Matthew Jr., and Andrew William Kowtna. A memorial service was held at 1 p.m. Friday, December 30, 2016, at the Parham Chapel-Woody Funeral Home at 1771 North Parham Road in Richmond. Online condolences received at woodyfuneralhomeparham.com.

HEF and PTA election help to be featured at next HCC meeting Staff Report ELMONT -- The Hanover County Council of PTAs is hosting two featured speakers at its next public meeting to be held at 7 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 9, at Elmont Elementary School. Margaret Hill, executive director of the Hanover Education Foundation, will explain the HEF mission and initiatives, as well as HCC PTA alignment and partnership opportunities. Also set to speak is Michael French, chairman of the Virginia PTA Health & Safety Committee.

He will address “Nominating Committee/ Election Help.” This will include the nominating and election procedures according to the bylaws, how to explain the value of the PTA to candidates, and how to move beyond the yearly reshuffling of current board members. More information regarding the Hanover County Council and the meeting can be found at www.hanoverccpta.org or by contacting Carey O’Brien, the council president, at hanoverccpta@gmail.com.

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SCOTT VAUGHAN Scott Vaughan, 53, of Hanover, passed away suddenly December 9, 2016. He is survived by his mother, Mary C. Vaughan; sister, Mary Kaye Vaughan; and his beloved dog, Fred; and cat, Ginger; and many kind and caring family and friends. A Celebration of Life will be held at 2 p.m. January 21, 2017, at the Springfield Christian Church at 18285 Vontay Road in Rockville. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Richmond Animal League, 11401 International Dr., Richmond, Va. 23236 or S.T.A.R.T, P.O. Box 2590, Woodbridge, VA 22193-2590.

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Men’s basketball: Virginia Wesleyan at Randolph-Macon 7:00 p.m.

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Girls/boys basketball: Lee-Davis at Patrick Henry 6:00 p.m./7:30 p.m.

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Patrick Henry girls earn first win of season By Billy Fellin Richmond Suburban News The Patrick Henry girls basketball team hadn’t won a game in the 2016-17 season. That changed on Dec. 29 as the Patriots put together a solid second half to defeat the Powhatan Indians 43-29 at the Douglas Freeman Holiday Invitational. “It’s great, we can check (getting a win) off the Christmas list,” Patriots head coach Phillip Cobb said. “The girls played really hard today.” Patrick Henry and Powhatan were neck-and-neck through the majority of the first half, as the teams ended each quarter tied. But, the Indians found themselves in serious foul trouble in the first half, putting the Patriots in the 1-and-1 bonus with 16.1 seconds remaining in the first quarter. With the frequent foulline trips, the Patriots had the chance to build a sizeable lead on the Indians, but were unable to, going four-of-16 from the charity stripe in the first half. “That’s one of our challenges, putting the ball in the basket,” Cobb said. “We work on the fundamentals every day. It’s something we struggle with. But, they call it a charity stripe for a reason it should be a free basket. We’re going to keep working at it.”

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Patrick Henry’s Grayson Radcliffe gets a shot off over Manchester defender Aynae Simmons in the Monarchs’ 37-34 win Thursday.

One Patriot that had no problem putting the ball in the basket was Jabryah Haverkamp. Haverkamp scored a careerhigh 23 points in the game, including the first six Patriot points. Her hot streak continued in the second half as the Indians

defense had trouble containing her. She also sank two 3-point shots that really started to open the game up early in the third quarter. “She really stepped up,” Cobb said. “We’re real pleased with our offense today.” Hailey Draper also had a key 3-point shot during the

Patriots’ key run early in the third quarter, marking her sixth 3-pointer of the tournament. She had nine points for Patrick Henry against Powhatan. The fourth quarter was all Patrick Henry as the Patriots outscored the Indians 10-0 in the quarter, distancing them-

selves as their defense locked down any chance at Powhatan attempting a comeback. It was especially poignant as the Indians had ended the third quarter on a 6-0 run that trimmed the Patriots lead to just four points. see FIRST, pg. 10

RICHMOND – The last time Patrick Henry met Louisa, the Patriots won. Thursday, in the consolation game in the Douglas Freeman Holiday Invitational, the outcome was decidedly different, as the Lions dropped the Patriots 68-49. Louisa was led by a pair of double-figure performances: Chris Steppe with a game-high 20 points and Malachi Poindexter with 16. Devyn Coles led the Patriots with 16 points. Arias Holman contributed 10. Patrick Henry head coach Randy Anderson said the outcome wasn’t from a lack of desire. “When you play these see OUTLAST, pg. 10

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R-MC repeats as Coaches Tournament champ By Brad Bess Richmond Times-Dispatch ASHLAND – Grayson Midulla, according to coach Josh Merkel, had been RandolphMacon’s best player in practice the two days before the R-MC Coaches Tournament. After the Yellow Jackets’ 69-62 win over York (Pa.) in the tournament championship game, he was officially named best player in the tournament. Midulla and Daniel Noe each scored 13 points, Randolph-Macon hit a seasonhigh 12 3-pointers and held on late to defeat York on Friday at Crenshaw Gym. Midulla, coming off a 21-point night in RandolphMacon’s 81-61 win over FDUFlorham the day before, was named tournament MVP. “It feels great,” said Midulla, a Glen Allen grad. “It was a big team effort.” Midulla, a 6-foot-4 sophomore, scored 12 points and hit all 3 of his 3-point tries in the final 5½ minutes of the first half, propelling Randolph-Macon to a 37-29 halftime lead. York cut R-MC’s lead to 4642 midway through the second half, but the Yellow Jackets went on a 14-4 run to get back up by 13 with about five minutes left. A 14-3 run by the Spartans pulled York to within 5 at 6661 with less than a minute to go, but Noe and Midulla made free throws late to seal it and give Randolph-Macon its first three-game win streak of the

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Christmas tournaments, part of the problem is that you don’t know who’s going to show up,” Anderson said. “You always worry about a lack of focus.

for 11 days. They had a season-low five turnovers, and set season highs with 81 points, 33 made field goals, a 49.3 shooting percentage, 11 3-pointers and 20 assists in their first game of the season. They eclipsed the 11 3pointers Friday and finished with 18 assists while shooting 46 percent from the field. They had just two turnovers in the first half, but finished with 14. “I actually think we’re shooting too many 3s,” Merkel said. “But it’s always good when you’re making them. I thought we’ve shared the ball much better. Twenty assists, 18 assists (over past two games).” Eleven players scored for Randolph-Macon while five recorded a pair of assists or more. “The worse thing we did (Friday),” Merkel said, “was just didn’t finish the game when they started pressuring us.” He credited York’s defensive pressure and relentlessness and said he thought his team, which has handled defensive pressure well in the past, took on the wrong mentality in the secondhalf stretch when the Spartans made their push. “Sometimes when you play not to lose, that’s what happens and that’s what it looked like,” Nick Liberante for The Local he said. Randolph-Macon’s Daniel Noe shoots from the top of the key in the Yellow Jackets’ 69-62 win over York in the R-MC Coaches It was the second conTournament championship game at Crenshaw Gymnasium Friday. Noe finished with 13 points, seven rebounds and two assists. secutive R-MC Coaches season. all-tournament team, scored 8 other,” Merkel said. “Our three whole way, and so that shows Tournament championship for the Yellow Jackets. Noe scored 9 of his 13 points of his 10 after halftime. seniors deserved to win their that guys were ready to go.” Brad Bess can be reached at in the second half. Michael “Those guys, that locker home tournament. I thought, The Yellow Jackets came into Taylor, who was named to the room, guys are playing for each for 80 minutes, we led the their tournament after being off bbess@timesdispatch.com.

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offensive firestorm, erasing a 12-point deficit to pull within three points of the Lions. That was as close as they’d get. The Lions’ defense stifled the Patriots’ offense at nearly every turn, and they out-rebounded Patrick Henry by nearly a 3-1 margin.

Despite the lopsided score, Anderson was proud of his Continued from pg. 9 team’s effort. “These kids came out and played today,” he said of his Cobb said he hoped that the Patriots squad. “They played first win of the season will build tough and they didn’t quit. They toward more success as the calfought to the very end. We gave endar flips to 2017. it our all out there today.” “We’ll take it one game at

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a time, one week at a time,” Cobb said. “We’re going to keep improving.” Billy Fellin is sports editor of Powhatan Today, Goochland Gazette and Cumberland Today. He can be reached at wfellin@ powhatantoday.com.

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HEF and PTA election help to be featured at next HCC meeting Staff Report news@mechlocal.com ELMONT -- The Hanover County Council of PTAs is hosting two featured speakers at its next public meeting to be held at 7 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 9, at Elmont Elementary

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Production) in Cobb Theatre, RMC Center for the Performing Arts. Directed by Theatre Arts Professor Janet Hayatshahi, R-MC will present a new, holiday-themed drama production. Contact the Box Office at 804-752-7316. Jan. 15 through Feb. 3, 2017 – 3 to 5 p.m. Opening Reception for “In Place” Art Exhibit. The exhibit will be on display from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday in PaceArmistead Hall, Flippo Gallery. Chris Gregson’s exhibition is a collection of geometric abstractions. The oil paintings explore and challenge the figure/ground relationship. Images are inspired by the artist’s routine interactions and, travel and memory. Jan. 16 – 12 p.m. -- Celebrating the Life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. (keynote speaker TBD) in Blackwell Auditorium, R-MC Center for the Performing Arts. Each year, R-MC celebrates the spirit of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by inviting a distinguished speaker to campus to commemorate King’s birthday. Previous speakers include L. Douglas Wilder, former Virginia governor and Richmond mayor, and Wyatt Tee Walker, pastor and Civil Rights leader. Jan. 22 – Gluck, Purcell, Schubert -- 2 p.m. pre-concert lecture in Brock Commons, Dollar Tree Community Room; 3 p.m. Blackwell Auditorium, R-MC Center for the Performing Arts. Steven Smith, conductor. Gluck’s Overture to Orfeo ed Euridice, Joan Tower’s Chamber Dance, Purcell’s The Gordian Knot Untied, Suite No. 1,Schubert’s Symphony No. 5 in B-flat Major, D. 485. Contact the Richmond Symphony Box Office at 804-788-

School. Margaret Hill, executive director of the Hanover Education Foundation, will explain the HEF mission and initiatives, as well as HCC PTA alignment and partnership opportunities. Also set to speak is Michael French, chair-

1212 Feb. 16 – 7:30 p.m. -- “Yours in Love and Revolution: The Immortal George Jackson in the Sun of Palestine” in Andrews Hall, MultiPurpose Room. Greg Thomas, Class of 1991, will discuss the link between a legendary revolutionary prisoner, George Jackson, who came to be a part of the Black Panther Party, and a legendary Palestinian poet, Samih al-Qasim. Feb. 19 -- Fischer, Beethoven -- 2 p.m. pre-concert lecture in Brock Commons, Dollar Tree Community Room; 3 p.m. Blackwell Auditorium, R-MC Center for the Performing Arts. Steven Smith, conductor. Jim Jacobson, timpani. Bruce Adolphe’s Tyrannosaurus Sue: A Cretaceous Concerto, Fischer’s Symphony with Eight Obbligato Timpani, Beethoven’s Symphony No. 4 in B-flat Major, Opus 60. Contact the Richmond Symphony Box Office at 804-788-1212. Feb. 26 – 3 p.m. Mid-Atlantic Wind Symphony in Blackwell Auditorium, R-MC Center for the Performing Arts. The Mid-Atlantic Wind Symphony is dedicated to the promotion of the finest classical band music through the performance of compositions by modern composers, while respecting the rich heritage of the American Wind Ensemble. Feb. 27 through May 5 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Best of R-MC Study Abroad Photo Exhibition in McGraw-Page Library. The exhibition of student and faculty photos illustrates moments of connection across the globe: discovering the history and religion of Cambodia, studying drama and literature in Ireland, exploring Japan through the lens of politics and film music, and more! March 1 – 6 p.m. -- “Lise Meitner: The Forgotten Physicist” in Brock

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man of the Virginia PTA Health & Safety Committee. He will address “Nominating Committee/ Election Help.” This will include the nominating and election procedures according to the bylaws, how to explain the value of the PTA to candidates, and how to move beyond

Commons, Dollar Tree Community Room. Lise Meitner led a remarkable life as a pioneering nuclear physicist. However, her path was fraught with difficulties. R-MC Physics Professor Rachele Dominguez will discuss this brilliant and under-recognized physicist. March 4 – 7:30 p.m. -- “Wind, Water, and the Moon” Piano Recital in St. Ann’s Performing Arts Building. R-MC Professor of Music James Doering presents an evening of music for the piano inspired by nature and the stars. Featuring works by Beethoven, Chopin, Debussy, Hayasaka, Vaughan Williams and Yoshimatsu. March 8 – 6 p.m. “Socializing Spouses in Gabon: The Women of The Petroleum Wives’ Club of Port-Gentil” in Brock Commons, Dollar Tree Community Room. Anthropologist Lisa Shutt examines the lives of French and American spouses of oil executives in PortGentil, Gabon and how the women, as members of the Petroleum Wives Club, constructed a Western identity for themselves in a Central African setting. March 16 – 6 p.m. -- “FirstClass Citizenship: African-American Women and the Struggle against Segregation in Virginia” in Brock Commons, Dollar Tree Community Room. University of Richmond Professor Melissa Ooten will explore the intersections of race, class, and gender as it relates to the fight against desegregation in Virginia’s public spaces from the 1940s to the 1960s. March 23 – 6 p.m. -- “The Science of (Trans)Gender” in Brock Commons, SunTrust Theater. Christine Labuski, assistant professor in the Women’s and Gender Studies program at Virginia Tech, will discuss how the category of “transgender”

the yearly reshuffling of current board members. More information regarding the Hanover County Council and the meeting can be found at www.hanoverccpta.org or by contacting Carey O’Brien, the council president, at hanoverccpta@gmail.com

challenges the ways that biological and other scientists both understand and produce the terms “sex” and “gender.” April 6 – 5 p.m. -- “Fighting King Coal: The Challenges to Micromobilization in Central Appalachia” in Brock Commons, Dollar Tree Community Room. Environmental Sociologist Shannon Bell will present findings from her recent book, Fighting King Coal, which examines why so few of the vast number of people who suffer from industry-produced environmental hazards and pollution rise up to participate in social movements. April 9 through May 26 – Perceptual Painters Art Exhibit -- 3 to 5 p.m. Opening April 9; exhibit open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday in Pace-Armistead Hall, Flippo Gallery. Perceptual Painters is a group of artists who share a common core of sensibilities. The group was formed in 2008 by Brian Rego and David Campbell. Since then several other painters, including Virginians Philip and Elizabeth Geiger, have joined the collective. April 11 – 7:30 p.m. -- The Loving Story in Brock Commons, SunTrust Theater. The Loving Story is a documentary account of the Loving vs. Virginia Supreme Court case that legalized interracial marriage in 1967. Following the film, Virginia Tech scholar Peter Wallenstein will lead a discussion about this landmark decision. April 24 – 6 p.m. -- “The Royal Love Triangle of Henri II, Catherine d’Medici and Diane de Poitiers” in Brock Commons, Dollar Tree Community Room. Henri II ruled France at the height of the Renaissance, but the woman who ruled him was not his wife. Instead, his mistress,

Diane de Poitiers, wielded political and social influence. Professor Kathleen Wellman will present this lecture. April 27-29 – 8 p.m. Thyestes by Seneca in Cobb Theatre, R-MC Center for the Performing Arts. In this gruesome tragedy, Tantalus is summoned from the underworld to destroy his family, Directed by Theatre Arts Professor Janet Hayatshahi, and translated by R-MC classics students. (Note: Thyestes also will be performed May 4-6.) Contact the Box Office at 804-752-7316. April 30 – 2 p.m. -- Stravinsky, Beethoven, Mozart -- 2 p.m. preconcert lecture in Brock Commons, Dollar Tree Community Room; 3 p.m. Blackwell Auditorium, R-MC Center for the Performing Arts. Chia-Hsuan Lin, conductor. Handel’s “Entrance of the Queen of Sheba” from Solomon, Stravinsky’s Danses concertantes, Beethoven’s Overture to The Creatures of Prometheus, Opus 43, Mozart’s Symphony No. 41 in C Major, K. 551 (“Jupiter”). Contact the Richmond Symphony Box Office at 804-788-1212. May 4-6 – 8 p.m. Thyestes by Seneca in Cobb Theatre, R-MC Center for the Performing Arts. In this gruesome tragedy, Tantalus is summoned from the underworld to destroy his family, rekindling the hatred between his grandsons Atreus and Thyestes. Directed by Theatre Arts Professor Janet Hayatshahi, and translated by R-MC classics students. Contact the Box Office at 804-752-7316. May 6 – 3 p.m. -- R-MC Concert Choir Spring Concert in Blackwell Auditorium, R-MC Center for the Performing Arts. The R-MC Concert Choir presents its annual Spring Concert. The choir is under the direction of Music Professor Chris Ryder.