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Gee and Bridgers take top two spots in L-DHS Class of 2017

By Melody Kinser Managing Editor

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ichael Christopher Gee will accept his diploma as valedictorian of the Class of 2017 at Lee-Davis with a grade point average of 4.75.

Salutatorian is Kathryn Elisabeth Bridgers with a 4.73 GPA. Gee is the son of Chris and Julie Gee

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MICHAEL GEE

KATHRYN BRIDGERS

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At Lee-Davis, he has been a four-year member of the varsity golf team, a four-year soccer player, a four-year academic team competitor and captain, SODA member for fourth graders at Battlefield Park Elementary School, freshmen mentor in the

KOM program, and a member of the junior and senior class councils.

His community involvements include participating in CARITAS and Habitat for Humanity.

In the fall, Gee will be attending Virginia Tech to

study Engineering.

“I have thoroughly enjoyed the many opportunities that I have had at LeeDavis,” Gee said about his high school years. “I think the teachers have been fantastic and helped me to reach my potential. I look forward to the upcoming challenges of college.”

Bridgers is the daughter of Patricia H. Bridgers and Marvin Warren Bridgers III. She served as president of the National Honor Society, president of the National Beta Club, and on the Principal Student Leadership Council/ Student Advisory Council.

She was a member of the Tri-M Music Honor Society, Marching Band (Percussion captain), Wind Ensemble/ Symphonic Band, and Allsee L-DHS, pg. 3

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Emily Durando was the senior speaker. She received a B.A. in English, and was the recipient of a Presidential Scholarship.

‘Red Brick Road’ leads to diplomas for R-MC grads

By Logan Barry for The Hanover Local ASHLAND — Over 300 graduates marched across Randolph-Macon College’s “Red Brick Road” on Saturday, May 27, to accept their degrees.

They were applauded by family and friends as they made their

way underneath the shady, tree-covered Brock Commons.

The “Red Brick Road” is along the Janet Harvey Trivette (1978) Alumni Walkway.

The graduates will have their names imprinted on the bricks of the walkway, along see R-MC, pg. 7

Ashland Strawberry Faire is a day filled with fun and yum Photos by Nick Liberante

Sunshine and low humidity made it a great day for walking, shopping, talking, and enjoying all the booths and venues at the Ashland Strawberry Faire on Saturday, June 3. Ashland’s First Baptist Church sold strawberry shortcakes. Natalie Nichols, a member of the Patrick Henry High School Key Club, hands out free balloons. Keira Bowman from Studley enjoys a pony ride. More photos on page 2.

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Hanover Tomato Festival has a new website Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com MECHANICSVILLE — Check out the new Hanover Tomato Festival website at www.hanovertomatofestival. com. This new website give you more information about vendors, activities in the MaterFUN Zone, entertainment, history about the event and the schedule of performers on the entertainment stage!

Vendor spaces are still available! Add on options include additional booth spaces ($125 each), a tent installed at your booth ($200), table and chairs delivered to your booth space ($25), electrical hook up ($75) and loading assistance, where event staff will shuttle your items to you booth on Friday and to you vehicle on Saturday, following the event ($75).

The 39th annual Hanover Tomato festival is presented

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Left, Anora Mitchell smiles after being selected Little Miss Strawberry.

Right, this was Michelle Henry’s first year as the organizer of the Strawberry Faire Pageant. Below, Three-year-old John Morris of Mechanicsville is the 2017 Little Mister Strawberry.

Below right, Ashland’s Penelope Rose was named the Spirit of the Faire. She is 3, and a third generation Ashlander.

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Adalyn Campbell, kindergartner at Mechanicsville Elementary School, is the 2017 Junior Miss Strawberry.

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| Crime, Accidents, Fire & Rescue May 24

Grand larceny from an automobile was reported in the 10100 block of Leadbetter Place, Ashland.

Violation of protective order, second in five years, was reported in the 7400 block of County Complex Road, Hanover.

Identity fraud with a financial loss greater than $200 was reported in the 17100 block of Hanover West Drive, Montpelier.

Grand larceny of $200 or more, not from person, was reported in the 6400 block of Gaines Mill Road, Mechanicsville.

Destruction of property was reportedly in the 16100 block of Grove View Road

Trespass after being forbidden to do so was reported in the 8000 block of Mechanicsville Trnpk.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 14100 block of Washington Highway, Ashland.

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-Stars Basketball coach.

Bridgers also was a Champions Together Helper, teaching assistant in Functional Academics (Special Education), Interact Club, Lee-Davis Young Republicans, varsity girls’ basketball (9th and 10th grades), varsity indoor track (11th and 12th), and varsity outdoor track (9th, 10th, 11th and 12th).

She was a Hanover Scholar and an AP Scholar.

In her community, Bridgers is a member of Fairmount Christian Church and the Fairmount Christian Church Youth Group.

Threats of death or bodily injury by letter or electronic means was reported in the 13400 block of Liberty School Road Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 8000 block of Mechanicsville Trnpk/Cold Harbor Road Petit larceny of less than $200, not from person, was reported in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road Destruction of property was reported in the 17500 block of Old Ridge Road

She has made two Missions Trips to Mexico with Yugo Ministries to build houses for the less fortunate. She also has volunteered in the FCC Special Needs Ministry, FCC Children’s Ministry and CARITAS at FCC. She served as an Election Page for the 2016 election.

Bridgers will be attending The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill on the Pre-Med track. “I aspire to one day become a pediatric endocrinologist,” she said.

As of her high school experience, she said, “I would like to thank my family, especially my parents and grandparents, for loving and supporting me over

Possession of marijuana was reported in the 7900 block of Wynbrook Lane.

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Petit larceny of less than $200, not from person, was reported in the 7000 block of Mechanicsville Trnpk.

The violation of an emergency protective order was reported in the 7100 block of Civil Road, Mechanicsville.

The brandishing of a firearm was reported in the 7000 block of Mechanicsville Trnpk, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana was reported in the 9000 block of Shady Grove Road/Academy Drive.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 9100 block of Stephens Manor Drive/ Kings Charter Drive, Mechanicsville.

Grand larceny of $200 or more, not from person, was reported in the 16000 block of Theme Park Way, Doswell.

The unlawful purchase or possession of alcoholic beverages was reported in the 12400 block of W. Patrick Henry Road, Ashland.

Credit card fraud greater than $200 in 6 months was reported in the 8300 block of Reeds Grove Lane, Mechanicsville.

Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported in the 10300 block of Atlee Station Road, Ashland.

Possession of schedule I or II controlled substance was reported in the 8000 block of Mechanicsville Trnpk/Cold Harbor Road, Mechanicsville.

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Possession of schedule I or II controlled substance was reported in the 8500 block of Patrick Henry Road/Walnut Shade Lane, Ashland.

Forging of coin and bank notes was reported in the 11500 block of Lakeridge, Ashland.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was

the years. I want to thank all of my teachers and my counselor, Mrs. Karen Cole, for helping me through high school and in preparing me to take the next step in my life.”

“My life is forever changed by my experiences in assisting in the Functional Academics program -- a special thanks to Mrs. Sara Salvato and the Functional Academics Department for giving me the opportunity to be involved with such an amazing group of people. Thanks for all the good memories and friendships. You all mean the world to me and have helped shape me into who I am today and what I want to do in the future!” she added.

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reported in the 7200 block of Barnette Avenue, Mechanicsville.

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

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 7500 block of Mechanicsville Trnpk/Elm Drive, Mechanicsville.

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OBITUARIES | Death Notices & Funerals EVERETTE G. ALLEN JR. Everette G. Allen Jr., known to all as “Buddy Allen,” quietly left us on Monday, May 29, 2017 at his home. A man with boundless charisma, a towering intellect and an unmatched zeal for life, Buddy impacted everyone he encountered during the journey of his life. He was predeceased by his parents, Everette G. Allen and Grace Allen; and is survived by his ALLEN loving wife of 56 years, Ann Southall Allen; three children, Wendy Allen Schmitt, E.G. Allen III (Joanne Jones Allen) and James Southall Allen (Stacy Bosma Allen); sister, Peggy Layne (Aubrey Layne); eight grandchildren, Daniel Thomas Schmitt, Hallie Southall

Schmitt, Anna Grace Schmitt, Mark Allen Schmitt, Everette Garrett Allen IV, Virginia Jane Allen, Jillian Jones Allen and Delilah Marie Allen; brothers and sisters-in-law, Billy and Faye Bokkon, Bill and Sue Jenkins; and his beloved golden retriever, Brodie. Born on October 22, 1940, Buddy grew up in Highland Park in the 1950s, ingrained with a voracious work ethic from his parents. He honed his athletic and leadership skills first at Hotchkiss Field and later at John Marshall High School. He graduated from John Marshall in 1958, at the top of his class and went on to college at Randolph-Macon. Buddy developed an unparalleled love for the small college in Ashland, Virginia. He excelled in the classroom and in athletics. He was a quarterback on the football field, a shooting guard on the basketball court and a pitcher and shortstop on

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the baseball field. Buddy graduated Phi Beta Kappa in 1962. In 1997, he was elected to the Randolph-Macon Athletic Hall of Fame. In 2012, Buddy was awarded an Honorary Doctor of Laws Degree from the college. If you have attended a Randolph-Macon basketball or football game in the last 40 years, surely you have seen him in the stands. In 1965, Buddy graduated from law school at the University of Virginia.

Despite offers from New York firms, Buddy returned home to begin a successful legal career, spanning more than 50 years. Buddy developed an impeccable reputation as a Richmond lawyer, earning the respect and admiration of all he encountered, including clients, co-workers and even adversaries. Buddy received countless awards and recognitions, including election into the American College of Trial Lawyers. Buddy deeply appreciated the importance of education and philanthropy in his life. His notable generosity extended to a variety of organizations and educational institutions, none more so than his beloved Randolph-Macon College.

Among other initiatives, Buddy and Ann created an Athletic Endowment, as well as an Academic Endowment, which funds scholarships for a select group of Richmond students, appropriately known as the “Allen Scholars.”

In 2015, Buddy and Ann received a lifetime achievement award for philanthropy for their longstanding generosity to Randolph-Macon College. Buddy leaves an extraordinary legacy: developing lifelong friends at Highland Park and Hotchkiss Field; growing with JM and Yellow Jacket teammates and classmates; mentoring young lawyers; sharing a life of love, enrichment and adventure with Ann and an ever grow-

ing and loving family; and devoting time and resources to his passions. If you encountered or spent any time with Buddy, no doubt you will never forget it. Buddy, Dad and Grandpa Bud, we will miss you and love you forever! The Allen family received visitors on Sunday, June 4, at the Central Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 3215 Cutshaw Avenue, Richmond, Virginia 23230, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. A Celebration of Life followed on Monday, June 5, at 4 p.m. at Crenshaw Gymnasium, Randolph-Macon College. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Buddy’s memory to the Yellow Jacket Club at Randolph-Macon College, Office of College Advancement, P.O. Box 5005, Ashland, Va. 23005 or online at www. rmc.edu/givenow.

MARY ANDERSON Mary L. Anderson, August 2, 1931 to May 30, 2017. She went to be with the Lord and join our dad with family by her side. Preceded in death by her husband. She was retired from Signet Bank with over 25 years of service. Our mom had a feisty, detailed and to-the-point personality. She is survived by six children, Debbie Smith, Karen Dobbins (Richard), Jim Anderson (Paige), Raymond Anderson (Julie), Mike Anderson (Dawn), Susan Napier (Glenn); eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Mom had a love for reading, gardening, cats and really loved watching her sports. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of Mary Anderson to the Richard S. Gillis Jr. Ashland Library, 201 S. Railroad Ave., Ashland see OBITUARIES, pg. 5

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Va. 23005. The family in celebrated her life at 11150 Doswell Rd., Doswell,Va. 23047, from 3 to 5 p.m., on Saturday, June 3.

CLYDE BRAGG SR Clyde W. Bragg Sr., 92, of Ashland, passed away on Wednesday, May 24, 2017.

He was a graduate of John Marshall High School and a member of the Cadet Corps in F company. He was a World War II veteran and served in the Army Air Corps. Clyde was preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, BRAGG Bettie. He is survived by his son, Clyde (Ruth); daughter, Debbie (David); grandchildren, Christene (Jason), Jenny (Jon), Julie (Ben), Dave and Josie; and 10 great-grandchildren. The family received friends on Saturday, May 27 at Nelsen Funeral Home-Reid Chapel, 412 S. Washington Hwy., Ashland, Va. 23005.

A graveside service was held at Signal Hill Memorial Park, 12360 Hanover Courthouse Rd., Hanover, Va. 23069, on Sunday, May 28.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Southside SPCA at southsidespca. org or P.O. Box 66, Meherrin, Va. 23954.

Online condolences may be conveyed to the family at www.nelsenashland.com.

DELORES ANN BROWN Delores Ann Brown, of Ruther Glen, departed this life May 26, 2017. She was preceded in death by a son, Tony. She is survived by her husband, Sylvester Brown Sr.; five children, Marlette, Darlene, Sharon, Darcell and Sylvester Jr. Her remains rest at the Henry W. Dabney Funeral Home, 518 N. Washington Hwy., Ashland, Va., where the family received friends 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 30. Funeral service was held Wednesday, May 31 at Reedy Baptist Church Ruther Glen, Va. Interment church cemetery.

WARREN COLEMAN Warren Coleman, departed this life May 18, 2017. Remains rest with Owens Funeral Services in Ashland, where there was a public viewing Thursday, May 25.

Funeral services were held Friday, May 26 at Second Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Dawn, Va. Full obituary and online condolences at www.owensfuneralservices.com.

ANNE GENTRY Anne Chewning, “GranAnne,” Gentry, 96, of Farrington, passed peacefully into her eternal home with God on May 27, 2017. She was the daughter of the late John Wilkerson Chewning and Annie Bledsoe Chewning; and was preceded in death by her brothers, Warren, Thomas and William Chewning; and sisters, Ellen Chewning Nuckols and Virginia Chewning Holman; and grandson, John Warner Allison. Anne was a lifetime resident of Hanover County and a faithful member of St. Peter’s United Methodist Church in Montpelier. She was a great cook, homemaker, seamstress, gardener and a beloved grandmother. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, John R. Gentry Jr.; daughter, Sue Gentry Allison (Sam); son, John Chewning Gentry (Lee); granddaughters, Anne Peyton Gentry, Elizabeth “Libbie” Lee Gentry; brother, Charles Haywood Chewning; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, other family members and friends. The family received friends on Tuesday, May 30, 2017, from 12 to 2 and 4 to 6 p.m. at Nelsen Funeral Home & Crematory-Reid Chapel, 412 S. Washington Hwy., Ashland, Va. 23005.

A funeral service was held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 31, 2017, at St. Peter’s United Methodist Church, 15599 Mountain Rd., Montpelier, Va. 23192.

EARLINE HENDERSON Earline Henderson, departed this life May 26, 2017. Remains rest with Owens Funeral Services, Ashland, where there will be a public viewing Thursday, 4 to 8 p.m.

Funeral service will be held 1 p.m. Friday, June HENDERSON 2, 2017, at the Bethany Baptist Church, Montpelier. Full obituary and online condolences owensfuneralservices.com.

ELLA MAE MINES Ella Mae Mines, of Montpelier, departed this life May 19, 2017. She is survived by her sons, Herman and Kenneth Mallory; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Remains rest at the Henry W. Dabney Funeral Home, 518 N. Washington Hwy., Ashland, where viewing will be held Friday, May 26, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and where funeral services will be held Saturday, May 27, 12 noon. Interment in

Roselawn Memorial Gardens.

JOHN ROCK John Rixey Rock, 84, passed away after a short illness on May 23, 2017.

John was born on November 2, 1932 in Ashland, Va. He was warm and generous, with a wonderful sense of humor and will be greatly missed. In his early life, he served in the U.S. Navy aboard a submarine tender and worked with his grandfather, W.G. Powers, at the family business Virginia Hauling Company. For 35 years he was the owner of Central Supply Co., providing commercial contractors with construction tools and equipment. He was well liked and respected by his business peers. John’s interests included motorcycles and sport cars, antiques and boating.

John is survived by his daughter, Louise Rock Poltrack and son-in-law, Arthur Poltrack of Edgewater, N.J.; his two grandchildren, John Poltrack of Dallas, Texas and Leigh Poltrack of Charlotte, N.C.; Jennifer Santiago, his longtime companion of 28 years; and her son, Aaron Santiago of Richmond. He is also survived by Betty and Reed Sanderson of Varina, his caregivers and long time family friends. John was preceded in death by his parents, Carlin Rixey Rock and Marie Gardner Rock. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to the SPCA, www.richmondspca. org or by calling 804-521-1308. Services will be private.

MARGARET STANLEY Margaret Ellen Stanley, 68, of Beaverdam, passed away on May 26, 2017.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest “Berkley” Stanley; her son, Troy Eugene Stanley; and dear friend, Ruth Hall. She worked for Hanover County Public School System as a bus driver and aide for special needs students for 22 years.

She loved playing bingo and was a member of the Moose Lodge. Margaret is survived by her children, Roger Stanley (Sharon), Sylvia Howard (Daner), Cynthia Stanley, Theresa Willson and Edith Toney (Billy); 11 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren; sisters, Carol Lewis, Linda McComas and Debbie Marshall; brother, John Harris; as well as many nieces and nephews. The family received friends on Tuesday, May 30, 2017, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Nelsen Funeral Home & Crematory-Reid Chapel, 412 S. Washington Hwy., Ashland, Va. 23005, where a funeral service took see OBITUARIES, pg. 6

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OPINION | The Local Views

LETTERS

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Plague of addiction takes too many too soon

By Melody Kinser Managing Editor ords should come easy for someone who has spent most of her life writing, but some subjects are difficult to approach and address.

Such is the case as to what’s taking place in my hometown and cities and towns across our great nation.

Drug addiction claimed three lives in recent weeks. The most recent was the son of a friend of 45 years. I don’t know what went wrong in his life that led him down the path of addiction.

He was raised in a Christian home; he had served his country in Iraq; he was a husband and father. What is the turning point?

Thinking about my friend, who is a minister, and his wife has been heartbreaking the past week.

There’s no doubt in my mind they did a great job at raising their children and instilling the values to go forth in the world with God’s guidance.

To help her cope and spread the word of addiction, the mother of another one of the victims

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place on Wednesday, May 31, 2017, at 2 p.m. Interment followed in Riverside Community Church Cemetery in Beaverdam.

JOHN HENRY WATSON JR John Henry Watson Jr., 77, of

wrote a book in memory of her son. Sales are soaring as the community supports her efforts to teach all ages about the destruction of drugs.

As a teenager in the 1970s, like Arlo Guthrie sang with “Alice’s Restaurant,” you could get anything you want in that small city in the coalfields of West Virginia.

There is a struggle in finding the words to convey what is taking place in communities of all sizes. What drives someone to that dependence — especially when it would appear they have so much to live for and appreciate.

When I arrived in Mechanicsville, it reminded me a lot of my hometown. That is, with the exception of the expanse of the land and the everincreasing population.

There’s a small town feel about Mechanicsville — and I like that. Everybody pretty much knows everybody and you can expect a “Hi, how are you?” or “Hello. Have a good day.” That’s what makes it home.

We aren’t shielded from the evils of the world, but we are very fortunate that our county does not suffer the horrors of drugs seen in our neighbor-

Doswell, passed away on Monday, May 22, 2017. John was born in McDonald, Pennsylvania on March 2, 1940. When he was a young boy, his family moved to Richmond, where he grew up in the Ginter Park area. John retired from Management at Philip Morris after over 30 years of service. He moved to Doswell to fulfill his dream of becoming a farmer. He was preceded in death by his father, John H. Watson

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ing counties and cities.

Are we exempt? Of course not. But we are not reporting the kinds of stories of deaths as are being told in a small town about 350 miles from here.

I really worry when I think about those who return from war-torn areas after serving their country in the military. I don’t now if that played any part in my friend’s son’s death, but PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome) came to mind when I learned he had been in Iraq.

As you all well know, another advantage of that small town feel is the closeness in times of sorrow.

There’s a unity that can’t be broken.

We rejoice as one and we mourn as one.

With thoughts turning to young lives lost too soon, it is with a prayerful heart that families will heal as they look back on the good times. We also can hope for lessons learned.

No one can imagine the loss or why the attraction is so strong to something so lethal.

If you have a child, no matter the age, hug him or her now.

Responding to party chair’s Russian remarks

I am writing in reply to the letter in the May 17 edition from Toni Radler, chair of the Hanover County Democratic Committee, that pushed the same old Democratic lie about the Russians putting President Trump in office.

Just remember that the Democrats never offer any proof only accusations.

Tell a lie often enough and some fools will believe it.

I voted at Lee-Davis High School and did not see Russian President Vladimir Putin or any Russian agents around to tell me how to vote as the Democratic Party chair would have us believe.

Actually the facts, real facts, show a much closer relationship between Democrats and the Russians.

How about Mrs. Clinton giving the Russians 20% of our uranium Sr.; his mother, Elizabeth S. Watson; as Overton, who have production? Or Obama telling the well as his brother, James A. Watson. been very supportRussian ambassador that he could do He is survived by his former wife, ive during this difmore for them after the election? Poor Shelby C. Watson of Richmond; two ficult time. A priDemocrats. daughters, Deborah A. Watson of vate service will be Prior to President Trump firing Doswell and Kimberly W. McGuire held in McDonald, former FBI Director James Comey, a of Glen Allen; also, two grandchil- P e n n s y l v a n i a .

WATSON complete political hack, the Democrats dren, Ryan A. McGuire and Brittany E. Memorial contriwere talking about how bad he was, McGuire, both of Glen Allen. He will butions may be made to Staples Mill but quickly changed to him being be missed by his childhood friends, Road Baptist Church, 10101 Staples some kind of abused hero. Only in the Bill and Mary Lipscomb and Eddie Mill Rd., Glen Allen, Va. 23060.

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PHOTOS BY NICK LIBERANTE R-MC president Dr. Robert R. Lindgren welcomes graduates, family and friends to the ceremony. Below, testing the elements, members of the Macon chemistry department stand in the cool waters of the fountain after graduation. This was a department tradition.

Right, Carrington Wentz, a senior gift co-chair, holds a “check” signifying the amount of money the 2017 graduates were donating to the college.

Dr. Danial H. Weiss, commencement speaker, addresses future graduates.

He is t he president and interim chief executive of the the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Below, Sequoyah McGee is hooded by her mother Valerie. McGee received a B.S. in environment studies.

From Williamsburg, McGee graduated Cum Laude.

Dr. Robert Lindgren presents an honorary doctorate to Dr. John Kinney. Kinney was recognized for his leadership and service to the community and the state. He has served as pastor of Ebenezer Baptist Church in Beaverdam for more than 40 years.

Above, former Patrick Henry graduate Jordan Liesfeld holds her B.S in biology. From Rockville, Liesfeld planned on entering the education field as a teacher.

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with other graduates dating back to the early 1900s.

In his commencement address, Daniel H. Weiss, president and interim chief executive of The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, urged graduates to live their lives in the moment.

“It’s so important to recognize the gift that every day brings, because, after all, when you win the race, when you get there — it’s over. Celebrate what that has to offer you, and live in the moment.” Weiss told the students.

Earlier in his career, he served as the 16th president of Lafayette College in Easton, Pennsylvania, and as the 14th president of Haverford College in Haverford, Pennsylvania.

Weiss also gave R-MC’s current president, Robert R. Lindgren, his inauguration speech in 2005.

“As president Lindgren

said, 12 years ago I had the good fortune to come here and participate in his inauguration, and I had a chance to see what a wonderful liberal arts college looks like here in Virginia. I have watched with great interest and increasing admiration what all of you have accomplished under his leadership.”

Weiss was referring to the RM-C president’s introduction speech at the May 27 ceremony.

He encouraged the 2017 graduates to reflect on their good fortune and to always help those in need, stressing to them that even the smallest of gestures can build up over time, leading to better habits.

“We celebrate with you a major milestone in your lives, and to the world around you.

Yes, your graduation from college actually matters not only to your family and friends — but to the world around you,” he said. He told them that not only are they among a group

who are the most fortunate people of today, but that they were the most fortunate in all of history.

Acknowledging the problems that our world currently faces, Weiss said, “Such a claim may not seem obvious, but consider for a moment your prospects for good health and a long life, you have enormous opportunities for a rewarding and prosperous career and personal happiness.”

“And believe it or not, and it is hard to believe, the time we live in today is arguably the safest in all of history — not easy to believe, but actually true.”

Weiss also received an Honorary Doctor of Humanities degree from R-MC. Three additional honorary degrees were presented during the 2017 R-MC commencement ceremony to John W. Kinney, George Y. Birdsong and John A. Luke Jr. John Kinney, who has made a local impact on

Hanover County and Ashland, received an Honorary Doctor of Divinity degree. He is the senior vice president of the school of theology at Virginia Union University. In a career spanning 40 years, he has devoted himself to the pursuit of excellence in theological training and preparation.

Kinney has served on boards at the Patrick Henry YMCA and the Ashland Youth Association. For more than 40 years, he also served as the pastor of the Ebenezer Baptist Church in Beaverdam.

Resulting from his leadership and guidance within the church, it has seen a growing ministry, and his service has had a positive effect across Hanover County and the surrounding community.

John Luke Jr. received the Honorary Doctor of Humanities Degree, he currently serves as non-executive chairman of WestRock Company. He formerly

was chairman and chief executive officer (CEO) of MeadWestvaco, a global packaging company in Richmond.

The college awarded George Birdsong with an Honorary Doctor of Humanities degree.

Birdsong is the CEO and general counsel of Birdsong Corporation. The Birdsong Corporation have supported many of the university’s buildings, such as Birdsong Hall and the new science building that is under construction.

R-MC always tells the suc-

cess stories of certain graduating seniors whom are moving onto exciting new futures.

A few of these graduates who are sharing their senior success stories are: PJ Costello, David Gibson, Matthew Houle, Katelyn McCay, Amanda Metell, Robert Redenz and Abbey Warren.

More information about these seven graduates and their personal senior success stories can be found on the college’s news archive at www.rmc.edu/ news-and-calendar.

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Lee-Davis boys finish a step short at states

By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor NEWPORT NEWS – LeeDavis’ boys track and field team finished a step short in its bid to win a Virginia High School League Group state outdoor championship at Todd Stadium this weekend.

Going into the final two events – the 200-meter dash and the 1,600 relay – the Confederates held an 8.5point lead over second-place Potomac Senior High School.

After the 200, the Panthers had closed to within half a point of the Confederates. All Lee-Davis needed to do was finish in front of Potomac in the final event to win.

But the Confederates seemed snake-bit. Sam Franklin gave the Lee-Davis 1,600 relay team an explosive start in his initial attempt – but the starter fired twice more to halt the race, as a runner used blocks without a holder, slipping as he shoved off and forcing an unfair start. By the time the stop shots were fired, Franklin and a few others were well down the first straightaway.

The second time the event, began, Franklin had a strong start, but as he had spent so much of himself on the first attempt, it was not as explosive. He came into the exchange zone in third. Christian Gilliam and Cameron Good did what

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Sports camp calendar • ASHLAND – Randolph-Macon College’s softball program will hold a day camp for girls 5 to 14 from Monday, June 26, to Friday, June 30.

The camp, which will be conducted by RandolphMacon head softball coach Kevin Proffitt, is designed to help athletes learn the fundamentals of softball.

The cost is $285.

The camp runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Friday.

For more information, go to: http://www.rmcsoftballcamps.com/summercamp.cfm

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Patrick Henry’s Hailey Draper (997) runs strong mid-way through the girls 800-meter run in the Virginia High School League Group 5A state outdoor track and field championships Saturday. Draper was one of five Patriots competing at the state championships.

they could to keep up, but they slipped farther back by the time Good handed off to the anchor, Jeremiah Hankerson.

Hankerson gave it everything he had to catch up to Potomac’s anchor, Kofi Boateng, in the final stretch, but Boateng,

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who looked to his right and saw Hankerson, had just enough to pull ahead for a fourth-place finish in 3:21.25. Hankerson had nothing left – he turned in personal-best split by more than a second – coming in sixth in 3:21.46. The Panthers won

the team championship by less than 2 points, 65-63.5.

“That’s track and field,” said Lee-Davis head coach Neil Mathews. “We had done the work in the regular season to position ourselves and, on paper, we were pretty tough to

beat. We were a complete team, covering all events. Everyone has to do their job.”

While the restart arguably hurt the 1,600 relay team – their final time was 0.61 of a second see SHORT, pg. 8

• ASHLAND – Randolph-Macon College’s softball program will hold a Revolution softball camp from Monday, July 24, to Thursday, July 27.

The camp, which will be conducted by RandolphMacon head softball coach Kevin Proffitt, is designed to help athletes learn, develop, and enhance their see CAMP, pg. 8

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slower than their seed time for the event – they were hurt by athletes not reaching milestones they set earlier in the season.

Potomac’s athletes, however, outdid themselves. The 1,600 relay team, in the final, beat its seed time by 4 seconds.

“Potomac had a heck of a meet,” Mathews said. “They had to be perfect. … Everything they need to have happen, happened. Everything we needed to have happen just to stay in it happened. Then, when it came

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skills in all phases of the sport.

There are three options available for campers: day camp, extended day camp and overnight camp. Fees are $295 for the day camp, $375 for the extended day camp, and $475 for the overnight camp.

Check-in for overnight campers runs from noon to 1 p.m. Monday. Check-in for day and extended day campers

down to the 4-by-4, our bread and butter, they beat us. Hat’s off to them.”

Atlee’s boys finished fourth.

In the girls’ meet, Atlee and Lee-Davis finished in a tie for 23rd place. Patrick Henry had athletes competing, but none scored.

The meet was Atlee’s last state championship with Jim Triemplar at the helm.

“That part’s disappointing – just because it’s a wonderful group of kids, some of them I didn’t get to know very well before I’m having to hit the road,” Triemplar said as the meet wound down. “Some of

is from 12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Monday. Day campers should be dropped off at 9 a.m. each successive day and picked up at 4 p.m. every day. Extended day campers should be dropped off at 9 a.m. each successive day and picked up at 8:30 p.m. each day. All campers will check out at 4 p.m. Thursday at the softball diamond.

For more information, go to: http://summersoftballcamp. com/softball-camp/randolphmacon-college-softball-camp/

Basso to Hornets

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Patrick Henry soccer player player Sophia Basso (seated, center) announced her intent to play for Lynchburg College in a signing ceremony at Patrick Henry Wednesday. With her are (clockwise, from left): Leslie Bond, William Bond, Greyson Basso, Vincent Basso and Mark Basso.

them I did get to know and I’m sorry I have to leave them behind. I’ll always care about how they do.”

Lee-Davis thrower Connor Scott won the shot put (5 711.5) and was runner-up in discus (162-11). Alex Slinkman won the pole vault (16-0) and Nicholas Corbin won the 110 hurdles (14.27).

Atlee’s Cason Gardner won the high jump (6-6) and William Chapman finished second in the pole vault (15-0).

No one in Patrick Henry’s five-person contingent scored, but Patriots’ head coach Scott Brown was proud of his two underclassmen: Hailey Draper (11th in the girls 800 in 2:25.09) and Noah Campbell (13th in the boys 3,200 run in 9:39.42).

“I think it was a great experience for [Draper], being a sophomore and, kind of, seeing the potential she has for the future is huge,” Brown said. “Noah Campbell – you know, I can’t say enough outstanding things

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about him – ran an outstanding race in the 3,200, ran under 9:40 for the first time in his career and took about 8 more seconds off his personal best. … We’re just really proud of him because Noah’s the kid who comes to work every single day and busts his butt.”

Senior Daniel Thomas had a sub-par finish in the boys 300- hurdles, but for him, it was a victory just to finish.

“Daniel Thomas strained his hamstring a little bit two days

before the meet,” Brown said.

“He completed the race and ran a decent time, but I knew he was running in pain and I was proud of him for just really competing.”

Group 4A HARRISONBURG – Hanover’s girls finished 15th in the VHSL Group 4A championships at Harrisonburg High School Friday and Saturday. see SHORT, pg. 10

Berry picker

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Patrick Henry lacrosse player Kyle Ishler (seated, left) signed with Greensboro College in a ceremony at Patrick Henry Wednesday. With him is his mother, Christine Ishler.

Davis a Keydet

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Patrick Henry lacrosse player Parker Davis (seated, center) committed to play for VMI in a signing ceremony at Patrick Henry Wednesday. With him are (clockwise, from left): Alison Davis, Tate Davis his father — and former head Patrick Henry football coach — Bryan Davis.

Patrick Henry lacrosse player Andrea Lindgren (seated, center) committed to play for Berry College in a ceremony at Patrick Henry Wednesday. With her are (clockwise, from left): Robert Lindgren, Greg Lindgren and Cheryl Lindgren.

Ferrum bound

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Patrick Henry softball player Taylor McLarn (seated, center) committed to continue her athletic career at Ferrum College in a signing ceremony at Patrick Henry Wednesday.

With her are (clockwise, from left): Ronica McLarn, Kami McLarn, Chase McLarn and Ron McLarn.

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Makenzie Joiner led the way, with fourth-place finishes in the 400 (58.06) and 800 (2:20.05) runs. Rachel Crytser finished fifth in the 1,600 (5:11.87) and Sophie Kinney finished seventh in the 100 hurdles (16.24).

Joiner and Crytser, with Shelly Underwood and Ashley Brown,

finished sixth in the 3,200 relay (9:51.90).

On the boys side, Joey Badalamenti finished eighth in the pole vault (12-0).

“We did OK,” said Hanover head coach Rich Firth. “There’s always places you look where you think you can do better, but I was proud – we had the most kids we’ve had [at the state tournament].”

Hitting for Hornets

Group 2A ELKTON – King William’s boys 3,200-meter relay team of Chase Fletcher, Henry Gonzales, Gerald Hamilton and Stephen Robinson had the longest run of the Cavalier track and field athletes, reaching the Virginia High School League Group 2A state outdoor track and field championships at East Rockingham High School Friday and Saturday.

The team finished 17th in the state tournament with a time of 9:12.05. While they did not score any points with that performance, it was nearly 4 seconds better than the 9:16.01 time that earned them eighth place at the Region 2A East championships the week before and more than 30 seconds better than the time the team – with Jawaun Bishop-Randell instead of Henry Gonzales –

Off to American

Spring 16, (16) Henrico 12, (18) Deep Run 8, (23) Atlee 7, (23) LeeDavis 7, (25) Meadowbrook 6, (28) L.C Bird 4, (31) Varina 3.5, (31) Douglas Freeman 3.5, (34) Matoaca 3, (35) Hermitage 2.

Boys team scores: Potomac 65, Lee-Davis 63.50, Prince George 51, Atlee 41, Bethel 37, L.C. Bird 37, Group 5A Nansemond River, Deep Run 35, Girls team scores: Nansemond Douglas Freeman 35, Stone Bridge River 107, Maury 65, Broad Run 21, (19) Mills Godwin 10, (19) 42.50, Glen Allen 42, Stone Bridge Highland Springs 10, (26) Glen Allen 39, Mills Godwin 36, George C. 7, (27) Hermitage 6, (33) J.R Tucker Marshall 31, Albemarle 30, Stafford 3, (33) Henrico 3, (33) Matoaca 3.

29, J.R. Tucker 26.50, (13) Highland

turned in in their second-place performance at the Conference 33 championships on May 16.

Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com.

Playing for Capital

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Patrick Henry baseball player Parker Shaffer (seated, center) committed to play at Lynchburg College in a signing ceremony at Patrick Henry Wednesday. With him are (clockwise, from left): Autumn Shaffer, head Patrick Henry baseball coach Sam Hart and Alan Shaffer.

Patrick Henry field hockey player Aiden Rossman (seated, right) signed up to play for American University in a signing ceremony at Patrick Henry Wednesday. She was joined by her mother and head Patrick Henry field Hockey coach Abby Rossman.

Joining the Tigers

Bound for Beaufort

Patrick Henry volleyball player Laura Williamson (seated, center) signaled her intent to play at Capital University in a signing ceremony at Patrick Henry Wednesday. With her are (clockwise, from left): Jim Williamson, Claire Williamson and Stacey Williamson.

Becoming an Eagle

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Patrick Henry football player Bradley Gholson (seated, center) indicated his intent to continue his career at Hampden-Sydney College in a signing ceremony at Patrick Henry Wednesday. With him are (clockwise, from left): Dean Gholson, Kevin Gholson, Lindsey Gholson and Kim Gholson.

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Patrick Henry pole vaulter Alayna Richardson (seated, center) announced she was bound for the University of South Carolina-Beaufort in a signing ceremony at Patrick Henry Wednesday. With her are (clockwise, from left): Dona Richardson, head Patrick Henry track and field coach Scott Brown, Alycia Richardson and Charles Craft.

Patrick Henry football player Elijah Smallwood (seated, center) committed to continue his career at Bridgewater College in a signing ceremony at Patrick Henry Wednesday.

With him are (clockwise, from left): Keith Smallwood, Abigail Smallwood, Naomi Smallwood, head Patrick Henry football coach Bryan Davis, Elizabeth Smallwood, Caleb Smallwood, Lee Smallwood and Alysia Smallwood.

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The Hanover County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, June 28, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. in the Board meeting room at the Hanover County Administration Building, 7516 County Complex Road, at Hanover Courthouse, Hanover, Virginia, on the following ordinance being proposed for adoption:

The Hanover County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on June 28, 2017, at 7:00 p.m. in the Board meeting room at the Hanover County Administration Building, 7516 County Complex Road, at Hanover Courthouse, Hanover, Virginia, on the following ordinance being proposed for adoption:

ORDINANCE NO. 17-05

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 4, ANIMALS, ARTICLE II, ANIMAL CONTROL, DIVISION 3, LICENSING, OF THE HANOVER COUNTY CODE TO ABOLISH ONE, TWO, AND THREE YEAR DOG LICENSES AND REPLACE THEM WITH A LIFETIME DOG LICENSE PURSUANT TO §§ 3.2-6527, 3.2-6528, 3.2-6530, AND 3.2-6532 OF THE CODE OF VIRGINIA AND TO MAKE OTHER AMENDMENTS TO CLARIFY THE DANGEROUS DOG REGISTRATION CERTIFICATE FEE PURSUANT TO § 3.26540, PROPOSED TO BE EFFECTIVE SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 4-1 OF THE HANOVER COUNTY CODE, “DEFINITIONS,” TO BRING THE DEFINITION OF “DANGEROUS DOG” INTO COMPLIANCE WITH STATE LAW, AND AMENDING SECTION 4-75, “DANGEROUS DOGS” TO REQUIRE THE OWNER OF A DANGEROUS DOG TO PROVIDE THE NECESSARY NOTICE AND OBTAIN THE NECESSARY REGISTRATION CERTIFICATE WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THE ANIMAL BEING FOUND TO BE A DANGEROUS DOG, AND TO MAKE OTHER AMENDMENTS TO BRING INTO COMPLIANCE WITH STATE LAW A complete copy of the proposed ordinance and related information is available at the office of the County Administrator any regular working day between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

All persons wishing to comment on the proposal may appear at the stated time and place.

Cecil R. Harris, Jr., County Administrator

ORDINANCE 17-04

Sec. 4-59 – Taxes Imposed (a) A license tax is hereby imposed on dogs required to be licensed under this division, in the following amounts: EXISTING PROPOSED (1) For each dog: One (1) calendar year, if issued on or before June 30 6.00 not available One (1) calendar year, if issued on or after July 1 3.00 not available Two (2) calendar years 11.00 not available Three (3) calendar years 15.00 not available Lifetime (for the lifetime of the licensed dog) not available 10.00 (2) Private or commercial kennel, 20 dogs or less 35.00 35.00 (1 calendar year) (3) Private or commercial kennel, 21-50 dogs 50.00 50.00 (1 calendar year) Sec. 4-70. – Dangerous dog registration certificate fees.

Owners of dangerous dogs shall obtain a dangerous dog registration certificate for the following amounts: EXISTING PROPOSED (a) Initial dangerous dog registration certificate 150.00 150.00 (1 calendar year) (in Sec. 4-59) (in Sec. 4-70) (b) Annual dangerous dog registration certificate renewal 85.00 85.00 (in Sec. 4-59) (in Sec. 4-70) A complete copy of the proposed ordinance and related information is available at the office of the County Administrator any regular working day between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

All persons wishing to comment on the proposal may appear at the stated time and place.

Cecil R. Harris, Jr., County Administrator

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