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Panel seeks answers on rail options By Jim Ridolphi for The Hanover Local

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Local Richmond bluegrass band East of Afton performed Friday, Aug. 25, at a free summer concert series, Music Under the Stars, at The Center for Arts and Education in Montpelier. The community-centered event attracted a large audience.

‘Music Under the Stars’ attracts crowd to Montpelier center By Logan Barry for The Hanover Local MONTPELIER — A free summer concert series in Montpelier, once a past favorite of the community, kicked off for the first time in several years on Friday, Aug. 25; at The Montpelier Center for Arts & Education. see CONCERT, pg. 5

ASHLAND — Those attending last week’s fourth meeting of a Community Advisory Committee (CAC) hoping for some definitive answers left less than satisfied as they exited the Blackwell Auditorium at RandolphMacon College. The committee is tasked with identifying alternative options for a proposed high speed rail project from Richmond to Washington, D.C. The Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT) is holding the meetings to gather public input and come up with recommendations to the Commonwealth Transportation Board. That state agency will make final recommendations to the Federal Railway Administration (FRA)

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Community Advisory Committee members from Hanover are, from left, Carey Carlisle, Aubrey “Bucky” Stanley and Cecil R. “Rhu” Harris Jr. and Ashland CAC representative Kristin Riehl.

in December regarding the controversial project. On Monday, Aug. 28, DRPT director Jennifer Mitchell told committee members she expected some of the more than a dozen alternatives to be eliminated through discussion at the meeting, but it quickly became apparent that most members were not prepared to issue final recommendations, or eliminate most of the options. “What we really like to do is start taking some alternatives off the table,” Mitchell

said. “We’re hoping to get a CAC recommendation from this group.” Committee member and Randolph-Macon College representative Preston Bryant issued a warning of sorts of the consequences of the panel not reaching consensus and leaving the decision up to the CTB or FRA. “If you’re telling us that the FRA gives great weight to the CTB and the CTB is looking to us for our decision, then it’s see RAIL, pg. 5

Hanover County 9/11 Memorial Ceremony set at new courthouse HANOVER -- The public is invited to attend Hanover County’s 9/11 Memorial Ceremony at 9 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 11, in front of the new Hanover County Court Complex in the U.S. 301 Government Center at 7530 County Complex Rd. in Hanover. This annual event, held in partnership

with Woodmen of the World (WOW), focuses on the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice saving others during the terrorist attacks on our nation. Guest speakers include: Angela KellyWiecek, chair of the Hanover Board of Supervisors; Wayne Anderson, regional man-

ager of Woodmen of the World; Lt. Col. Allen Davidson, Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office; and Chief Jethro Piland, Hanover County Fire/EMS. In addition, the Hanover County SheriffFire/EMS Honor Guard, will participate in the ceremony.

For questions, contact Hanover County Parks & Recreation at 804-365-7150, parksandrec@hanovercounty.gov. Information submitted by Niko Reikalas, recreation coordinator, Hanover County Parks & Rec.

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SHERIFF’S REPORTS | Crime, Accidents, Fire & Rescue

Assault on law enforcement, court, doctor, fire and medical was reported in the 10000 block of Sliding Hill Road.

Petit larceny from auto was reported in the 7400 block of Sherwood Crossing Place.

Exploit mental person for money, $200, was reported in the 15200 block of Horseshoe Bridge Road.

Grand larceny, $200 or more not from a person, was reported in the 8400 block of Meadowbridge Road. Conspire to commit or assist in larceny, $200, was reported in the 16000 block of Theme Park Way. Possession of Schedule I and II controlled substance was reported in the 8000 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/Cold Harbor Road.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 7200 block of Walking Horse Drive. Unlawful purchase or possession of alcoholic beverage was reported in the 9000 block of Brigadier Road.

Petit larceny from auto was reported in the 9300 block of Ravensworth Court.

Destruction property, monument, value $1,000, was reported in the 16400 block of Tyler Station Road.

Petit larceny building was reported in the 9000 block of Doswell Road.

Prescription fraud obtained by forgery or fraud was reported in the 7000 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike.

Simple assault was reported in the 8100 block of Solitude Lane.

Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported in the 6700 block of Codel Court.

Petit larceny building was reported in the 7100 block of New Hunter Road.

Grand larceny building was reported in the 7100 block of Brooking Way.

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

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 15200 block of Bourne Road.

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Petit larceny, $200 not from a person, was reported in the 9100 block of Stephens Manor Drive.

Assault and battery on a family member, third offense, was reported in the 7100 block of Brooking Way.

Petit larceny from auto was reported in the 7200 block of Bellspring Drive.

Breaking and entering into a house to commit larceny and assault was reported in the 10200 block of Wanzer

Possession of marijuana, subsequent offense, was reported in the 8100 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/ Hanover Green Drive, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, subsequent offense, was reported in the 8200 block of Shady Grove Road/ Meadowbridge Road, Mechanicsville.

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Credit card fraud, $200 in six months, was reported in the 9300 block of Colvincrest Drive.

Grand larceny, auto theft, was reported in the 7100 block of Mill Valley Road.

in the 6500 block of Nells Trace, Mechanicsville.

Grand larceny, $200 or more not from a person, was reported in the 12400 block of West Patrick Henry Road, Ashland.

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

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 8100 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/Hanover Green Drive, Mechanicsville.

Destruction of property, monument, was reported

Grand larceny, $200 or more not from a person, was reported in the 5400 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike.

Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported in the 8300 block of Ironclad Drive, Mechanicsville.

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

Obstructing justice, no force, was reported in the 11400 block of Elmont Road, Ashland.

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Simple assault was reported in the 4000 block of Fox Hunter Lane, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 7000 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Credit card fraud, $200 in six months, was reported in the 8000 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Carrying a concealed weapon, first offense, was reported in the 7000 block of Chamberlayne Road/Atlee Station Road, Mechanicsville.

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EDMOND LAWRENCE Jr. Edmond T. “Pete” Lawrence Jr., 80, of Ashland, passed away on August 28, 2017. He worked as a brick layer, building inspector, and construction site manager. Pete was a lifetime member of Independence Christian Church, serving as a trustee and deacon. He loved all sports and deer hunting. Pete is survived by his wife, Shirley C. Lawrence; two daughters; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; and his best friend, Skeeter. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Friday, September 1, 2017, at Independence Christian Church at 14023 Independence Road in Ashland. Interment followed in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, LAWRENCE memorial contributions may be made to the Building Fund at Independence Christian Church. Nelsen Funeral Home & Crematory- Reid Chapel at 412 South Washington Highway in Ashland was in charge of arrangements.

PRICILLA SCRUGGS Pricilla Gale H. Scruggs, 71, of Ashland, passed away on August 28, 2017. She was born on June 30, 1946, to the late Willie and Emma Hammock. Pricilla was preceded in death by her sister, Martha Ann; and brothers, Ronnie and Kevin Hammock. She was a devoted employee of GE, Best Products and QuibicaAMF. She loved animals and supported the rescue initiatives of Best Friends Animal Society. Pricilla is survived her husband, E.W. “Bill” Scruggs; brothers, Billy Hammock (Sue) and Warren Hammock (Liz); special nephew, Warren Jr.; nieces, SCRUGGS Linda and Cathy; cousins, Glenda (Ray), Polly; beloved dogs, Sassy, Bandit and Jake; as well as her special friends and neighbors. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Thursday, August 31, 2017, at Nelsen Funeral Home & Crematory - Reid Chapel at 412 South Washington Highway in Ashland. Interment followed in Signal Hill Memorial Park. Online condolences may be registered at www.nelsenashland. com.

Strawberry Faire Committee’s Annual Meeting set Sept. 15 Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND — The Ashland Strawberry Faire Committee will hold its Annual Meeting on Friday, Sept. 15, at the Ashland Library. The public is invited to attend the Annual Membership meeting from 10 to 10:30 a.m. during which time board members are elected.

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The Center is located at the corner of Mountain Road (U.S. 33) and Clazemont Road in the tiny rural village of “Montpelier Proper.” About 10 years ago, The Montpelier Center hosted the same free summer concert series, “Music Under the Stars,” on an annual basis due to its popularity among the community – but was then discontinued. At the Aug. 25 event, there were activities set up for kids, in addition to a frozen yogurt truck and tents selling food; such as hot dogs and hamburgers. Beer and wine sales were made available at 6 p.m., and the music started at 7. East of Afton, a local bluegrass band from Richmond,

performed, according to their website, “an energetic mixture of ‘newgrass,’ originals and classics.” “We’re a bluegrass band with a strong respect for the greats while also loosening up to play something new.” This is in addition to including the band’s own original works. The recent Montpelier performance attracted a large turnout, according to Pauline Sumner, executive eirector of The Montpelier Center. Sumner is new to The Center, and Montpelier, but was enthusiastic about reviving the Music Under the Stars concert series and her involvement with the nonprofit. She succeeds Theresa Bowen in the position. In the past year, the community showed The Center a strong interest in bringing

Music Under the Stars back to Montpelier – and it was back, and larger than ever before. Sumner and Amanda Gardner, the organization’s assistant executive director, said the concert series, which has always been free to the public, used to be a very popular event for the community. “They used to be superpopular – [several] years ago. It’s been awhile [but] it used to be a very popular community event,” Gardner said. She also is the program manager. When asked if it was a bigger turnout than the first event this summer, Sumner said, “Oh, yeah – more like triple.” During the event, Center event coordinator Herbert James said there’s “definitely way more people here, it was

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November ...” The event she was referring to is called “An Evening of Blues at The Montpelier Center,” and it is scheduled to take place on Saturday, Nov. 4. ”… Now that one is a ticketed event,” Sumner noted. Although, she added how that will not always be the case. “There are going to be plenty of new things that are going to be free to the community, free to the public.” Sumner said a survey is going to be posted to the website soon. Anyone interested can find the survey at www.montpeliercenter.org.

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very important for this group to come to some consensus,” he said. Hanover representative Aubrey “Bucky” Stanley pointed out the potential consequences of not arriving at a mutually derived decision. “If for some reason we can’t come to a conclusion on this and give them something to work with, do you think they (the CTB) would go with the cheapest option?” he asked. Mitchell said cost was one see RAIL, pg. 6

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Concord Baptist Church at 15625 Concord Rd. in Ruther Glen will host a “Come Back Weekend with Tim Menzies,” Christian music artist. A concert and ice cream social will begin at 7 p.m. Saturday and morning worship services followed by a cookout and cornhole start at 11 a.m. Sunday.

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Every little bit helps — give what you can By Melody Kinser Managing Editor A profound sadness fell over me last Tuesday when I submitted a donation to the American Red Cross. The images of what we had been seeing for days taking place in Houston resurfaced in my mind and brought a chill. This disaster hit close to home for the Richmond Suburban News family. Laura McFarland, news editor for Powhatan Today and Cumberland Today, is a native of Houston and most of her family resides there. She is a woman of faith and has a strong resolve, but being that far away from family at a time like that was nerve-wracking. She shared details of what was taking place on her newspapers’ social media sites.

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She also was receiving emotional support from a group of people on social media with ties to Houston. Their stories have probably been similar, but they are blessed to have one another. Back to donating. The Red Cross and The Salvation Army always answer the call during an emergency and Harvey has continued with that commitment. As I fight back tears with thoughts of the people in Texas and Louisiana, I urge you to please donate. The Red Cross will accept a minimum of $10. Hopefully, you can give more. This is the real America. It isn’t about fighting over monuments or possibly shady political deals — it’s about neighbors helping neighbors. We don’t need to make America great again. She already is.

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aspect of the consideration but the community impact also is an important factor in the consideration. Another representative on the CAC, Ashland Mayor Jim Foley, told fellow members that the 3-2-3 above ground option is the least intrusive of the options although it would require that the current Ashland station be relocated. CSX representative Randy Marcus said that option would not work for anticipated freight traffic and would cause substantial delays. “Our team has taken time to go back and look at the modeling and it shows significant freight delays in places like Newport News, Petersburg and Emporia,” he said. “The two track option is not one we could support.” DRPT staff introduced an additional option in the underground category, a trench through downtown Ashland (three tracks) with a partial covering that would allow pedestrian access to the downtown area. That option would also eliminate the crossing at U.S. 54. Foley said he would take that idea to his council and constituents in an upcoming meeting, but said the new plan does have some merit. It also has some drawbacks. The construction time on the project would take about two years, an extended period of time for downtown businesses and residents to be inconvenienced or affected negatively. The latest option seemed viable to some members, but most said more information is needed and public input gauged. Marcus said CSX is involved in the construction of a similar partially covered project on Virginia Avenue in Washington, D.C., and offered to share that information with interested parties. The group did make limited progress in eliminating some options on the table, including eastern bypass alternatives that included utilizing the Buckingham Branch Railroad and a third rail above ground through the town. Those BBRR options were eliminated due to speed restraints on the BBRR and substantial impact contained see RAIL pg. 16

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Defense comes up big in PH win over Cavs By Jonathan Howard For the Hanover Local MILFORD – Keith Braxton’s debut as head football coach at Patrick Henry will not be remembered as pretty, but it will be remembered as a win. The Patriots overcame early penalty issues and punished several Caroline miscues in a 40-19 victory. Patrick Henry (1-0) forced Caroline (0-2) into seven turnovers, including five interceptions. Two of those turnovers were returned for touchdowns. Three more were followed by touchdown drives. Braxton noted the forced turnovers, especially in the second half, as a key to the Patriots’ victory. “That’s just getting the extra possession and making money on it,” Braxton said. “The more turnovers you get, they less they have the ball. I thought we did a tremendous job capitalizing on their mistakes.” The game was pushed back three days due to heavy rain in the area from the remnants of hurricane Harvey Friday night. Both teams appeared to struggle with the late start, combining for 14 first-half penalties. “The guys were ready to go on Friday and didn’t get to do it,” Braxton said. “It’s fighting through adversity. I’m sure their mind is in their classes and that stuff, but they found a way to get it done.”

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Patrick Henry’s Terrance Oxendine scores a touchdown early in the second quarter to give the Patriots a 14-0 lead over Caroline.

The Patriots failed to convert on the game’s opening possession, but came through on the defensive end. Caroline drove the ball into the Patrick Henry red zone by eating up large chunks in the run game. But when quarterback Talen Smith mishandled a handoff exchange, Patrick Henry’s Devyn Coles jumped on the loose ball and ran 85 yards for the game’s opening score.

Caroline’s ensuing offensive drive was cut short by a Chase Allen interception. The Patriots turned the change in possession into a scoring drive, ending in a 1-yard run by Terrance Oxendine and a 14-0 secondquarter lead. The interception was Allen’s first of three on the day – a big feat for a player that wasn’t initially expected to be on the varsity squad.

“He started camp on the JV and we had to bring him up,” Braxton said. “He started, and he showed what he can do.” Caroline clawed back into the game behind a strip sack and fumble return by Gavin Coleman and a 5-yard scoring run by Smith, closing the game to 14-12 with 2:40 left in the first half. It appeared the Cavaliers would get a chance to take

the lead before halftime, but Allen’s second interception of the game shut down a potential drive, and gave the Patriots the chance to extend their lead. The visitors did just that, as quarterback Alex Seikkar found Jamel Jackson streaking down the sideline for a 29-yard score to put Patrick Henry up 20-12 at intermission. In addition to his score, Jackson also had two intercep-

tions on defense. “He’s a senior, he’s a quiet guy and he’s one of our captains. It was good to see him step up and take a leadership role,” Braxton said of Jackson. “I know he was dog tired and never said a word. It was a tremendous game by him.” In the second half, the Patriots stepped on the gas. Quadell James recovered a fumble on Caroline’s second play of the third quarter, leading to a 7-yard touchdown run by Brandon Sullivan. Allen capped the quarter with fireworks, picking off Caroline’s Seth Shannon and racing nearly 70 yards down the sideline to give the Patriots a 33-12 advantage heading into the fourth quarter. “I jumped up, tipped the ball to myself and my blockers just did their thing,” Allen said of his interception and return. Oxendine capped Patrick Henry’s scoring with a 34-yard run late in the final quarter, his second score of the day. He led the team in rushing with 56 yards. Jackson finished with 77 yards receiving, while Seikkar – filling in for Hunter Hart – finished with 127 yards of total offense, including 101 through the air. Gareth Coleman had 130 yards on the ground for Caroline. The Patrick Henry sideline see DEFENSE, pg. 10

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Field hockey teams begin season with questions goalie.” Farling said her main strength, though, is in the middle of the field. “I have a long of strength and endurance in my midfield, which is unusual,” Farling said. “I have a lot of subs in the midfield position, which is helpful.” Expect to see some underclassmen generating highlights for Atlee, too. Sophomore forward Taylor Bates and junior midfielder Sarah Reutti – pushed up to forward to help in Anna’s absence – both have the ability to generate goals.

By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor ASHLAND – Hanover county field hockey teams begin their season with a number of questions. Can Patrick Henry repeat if not improve upon its success last year? Can Atlee and Lee-Davis weather early season injury issues? Can Hanover’s experienced quad meet the expectations of a new coach? And, of course, which team will prove itself the master of the county by the time the season ends? Patrick Henry Last year’s Patriots set a high bar for their successors by earning their first win in regional play with a 1-0 defeat of Wakefield in the first round of the Region 5A North tournament. This year, the Patriots play in a new classification – dropping from the Group 5A level last year to Class 4, Region B (along with Hanover) – this year. Given that it lost a handful of seniors, including Aiden Rossman (19 goals, 11 assists), to graduation, the team seems to be poised for another postseason run – albeit in a Virginia High School League landscape that will not have conference/ district tournaments. “We have a large senior class. We have eight seniors, so we have some really great leadership,” said Patrick Henry head coach Abbie Rossman. “They’ve been with me, some of them since eighth grade when I was the JV coach. “I’m very comfortable. They know me well. I know them well. They’re very capable of stepping up into and filling that [leadership] role.” Seniors Molly Enright and will lead the Patrick Henry Kaitlin McLendon. Caroline Quigley, who com- offense. In the middle will Senior goalkeeper Taqiyah bined for 27 goals last season, be senior Victoria Watts and Chernesky, who allowed just 18

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Above, Patrick Henry’s Molly Enright (4) maneuvers the ball around the Louisa defense in the Patriots’ 6-0 win on Aug. 22. Left, Hanover defender Anna Dockum (right) shadows Powhatan forward Hanna Hathaway (8) in the Hawks’ 3-0 loss to the visiting Indians Wednesday evening.

goals in 20 games last season, will anchor the defense, with another senior keeper, Emily Barker providing backup, and defenders Olivia Trent, a senior, and Libby Klinger, a junior, providing a lot of support. Atlee The Raiders should field a typically strong team this year, but injuries have taken a toll early in the season – several in their season opener against Mills Godwin. How much of a problem the injuries will pose for Atlee success remains to be seen. Atlee’s key offensive player, senior forward Faith Anna,

was – unfortunately – one of the injured players, but Raider head field hockey coach Alyssa Farling expects Anna to be back soon. And not too soon: Anna scored 10 goals and had three assists in 2016. Farling is happy to have junior Campbell Whyte back in goal for another season. Whyte has been inhospitable to wouldbe scorers with an 88 percent save rate. “She was strong for us last year,” Farling said. “She’s playing year-round hockey now. That’s a big asset for us. As far as returning players, it’s always good to have your goalie back, especially when she’s a strong

Lee-Davis Injuries and players on family vacations hampered the Confederates’ ability to put together a cohesive team by the time the regular season started last year. The Confederates are struggling for the same reasons this year. The absences leave LeeDavis struggling to find its identity early on. “We usually spend the first month of the season trying to find the optimal place for everybody to play,” said Confederate head coach Merridee Gibson. “That’s been a little bit of a struggle.” One big absence is junior midfielder Casey Carnohan who is recovering from an injury. “She plays right-mid, or has played right-mid for us,” Gibson said. “Just missing one key component makes you shift players around from other places. We’re not right now consistent with who plays where.” Gibson expects Carnohan to return soon, however. “I think once we get to that point – she might be able to be back next week – and we get ourselves settled in to a lineup that is consistent, then I think see QUESTIONS, pg. 9

R-MC has growing pains, but still gets win By Brad Bess Richmond Times-Dispatch ASHLAND – Growing pains are to be expected from a team as young as RandolphMacon’s football team. But in the Yellow Jackets’ season opener, the growing pains appeared few and far between. Three different running backs scored, the defense kept Dickinson out of the end zone, and Randolph-Macon began its Old Dominion Athletic Conferene championship defense with a 41-6 win over the Red Devils on a soggy Day Field on Saturday. “I think that we’re definitely young, but we do have some ability and some guys that can play,” Randolph-Macon coach Pedro Arruza said. “I think we’re going to have to experience some growing pains. Certainly, that wasn’t the best that I’ve ever seen us play. We’ve got a lot of room for improvement, that’s for sure. But I’m excited about the guys we have.” Tre Frederick, the reigning ODAC offensive player of the year, led the Randolph-Macon ground attack with 97 yards and two touchdowns on 17 carries. His first score from 3 yards out gave the hosts the early 70 lead. His second came from 21 yards out midway through the fourth, putting RandolphMacon ahead 34-6.

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Randolph-Macon’s Tre Frederick dives to cap a 4-yard touchdown run in the Yellow Jackets in a 41-6 win over Dickinson Saturday.

J.P. Redmond (Monacan) added 35 yards and a score on six carries. Marcus Bazala (Hanover) rushed for 21 yards, including a 20-yard touchdown midway through the fourth quarter that gave the game its final result. The Yellow Jackets had success through the air and on special teams as well. Burke Estes completed 17 of 22 passes for 191 yards and a touchdown to Sean McDonald, who made a

diving catch in the back of the end zone midway through the second quarter. Freshman Chris Vidal made field goals from 24 and 35 yards out. Eric Hoy, the team’s leading receiver with five catches for 69 yards who finished tied with Frederick for a team-high 113 all-purpose yards, said having a plethora of backs will be huge for the Yellow Jackets. “We have a ton of different

backs that we can rotate in, and I think that’s a big benefit,” he said. “It’s phenomenal having them all out there.” Calvin Whitehead, a sophomore safety from Hermitage, led the Yellow Jackets with 12 tackles, including one for a loss. De’Angelo Barr, Bryan Sullivan and Jake Pinkston each recorded 10 tackles. Sullivan and Pinkston each recorded a half sack. Sullivan led the team with 2 1/2 tackles for losses

and forced a fumble, one of six Dickinson cough-ups, five of which were forced and three of which were lost. The Red Devils moved the ball effectively in the middle of the field but were held to a pair of field goals in five trips to the red zone. Whitehead said the camaraderie developed over the summer makes up for the lack of experience. “It starts with the chemis-

two starters lost to graduation. Their defense is loaded with Continued from pg. 8 experienced seniors, and firstyear head coach Noelle Najjar we’ll start to progress a little Wheaton will rely on them to stop opponents as well as to faster.” help their forwards generate offense. Hanover Wheaton will rely on junior The Hawks had relatively little turnover last year with just forward Kora Kane and senior

midfielders Ciarra Ashworth and Lauren Didlake to lead the offense. “They lead our offensive corners,” Wheaton said. “They’re definitely the driving force in our offense.” They should get help from junior forward Brandilyn Williamson and sophomore

forward Allison Moore – a transfer. “She’s pretty amazing to watch,” Wheaton said. “She’s definitely helping lead the offensive team.” The defense will be anchored by junior goalkeeper Avery Ancarrow. “Our defense is strong,”

Wheaton said. “Addison Michael is a senior and Alexis Slicker is a senior. They’ve both been playing five years and they’re kind of our goalie’s backup. They’re really strong getting [the ball] out.” Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com.

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try,” he said. “We’re always eating, doing everything together. It’s just a big brotherhood, and that helps us out on the field. I had 10 other guys out there, who were working really hard this summer, pushing me to get better. Holding each other accountable. It was just really good, and we worked hard, and that’s the result.” Starting the season out with a win is “awesome,” Hoy said, but the Yellow Jackets aren’t resting after Saturday’s performance. “Great to start off 1-0, having that first step done, (those) first-game nerves (gone), stuff like that. But we need to come out a lot better. A lot of mistakes were made. We definitely need to get better for the next game.” His coach agreed. “We won. That’s a positive,” Arruza said. “But I think we’ve got a long ways to go.” Brad Bess can be reached at bbess@timesdispatch.com. Dickinson R-MC

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RMC — Frederick 3 run (Vidal kick) RMC — FG Vidal 24 RMC — McDonald 4 pass from Estes (Vidal kick) D — FG Golowski 26 RMC — FG Vidal 35 D — FG Golowski 36 RMC — Redmond 3 run (Vidal kick) RMC — Frederick 21 run (Vidal kick) RMC — Balaza 20 run (Vidal kick) RUSHING D: Walsh 13 carries 57 yards, Butler 19-39, Burger 10-24, Fusco 3-3. Frederick 17-97, Redmond 6-35, Bazala 2-21, McBride 2-7, Hoy 5-4, Estes 2-0. PASSING D: Burger 20 completions 32 attempts 212 yards 0 interceptions. Estes 17-22-191-0, McBride 1-2-9-1. RECEIVING D: Walbert 4 receptions 85 yards, Salamone 10-57, Longo 234, Donahue 2-28, Butler 2-8. Hoy 5-69, Redman 5-51, Tanner 2-30, McDonald 3-20, Smith 1-19, Frederick 2-11.

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County cross country teams return with strength By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor ASHLAND – New seasons usually bring turnover as last year’s seniors graduate and a new crop of freshmen arrive. But this year, all four county cross country teams escaped much of the potential upheaval from such turnover, all fielding teams with considerable experience. That experience is much needed in postseason in the new Virginia High School League landscape that forgoes conference/district tournaments and goes straight into regionals. The abbreviated playoff schedule is not the only change of note. Patrick Henry drops to Class 4 – where it will directly compete with Hanover – and Atlee has a new head coach: Tyler Busch. Of the four teams, Lee-Davis

may be the one that benefits most from the seasonal change. Many of its runners, such as Jack Ikenberry and Patrick Sutphin on the boys side and Whitney Anderson, Nicole Van Ess and Desirae Horsley on the girls, have been steadily improving from year to year and should improve upon already solid career achievements. Lane Johnson and Cole McAndrew will join Ikenberry and Sutphin among the Confederate boys top four. “They all did their work in the summer and they look good,” said Lee-Davis head coach Neil Mathews. “Each one of them had their own set of injuries last year – setbacks. They all seem to be healthy and we’re trying to keep them that way.” Seniors Noah Campbell and Blake Mason will lead Patrick Henry’s boys team. “They’re going to be my top

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Patrick Henry runner Jennifer Macias takes the baton from Emily Morris in the Patrick Henry Relays Thursday. The Patriot boys finished second and the girls third. Lee-Davis won both races.

two runners,” said Patriot head coach Jeremy Dobrinski. “They put in a lot of work this summer. The rest of my guys are pretty young.” Patrick Henry’s girls will be

led by senior Jennifer Macias. She will get help from a lot of underclassmen. “I’ve got a plethora of freshmen, sophomores and juniors that can all step in and help out,”

Dobrinski said. Hanover head coach Cameron Hopper said that his boys – led by Nathaniel Good – look pretty solid for the season. The girls, however, have a few questions following Courtney Rosser’s decision to focus on soccer. Still, they have a solid leader in sophomore Rachel Crytser, who had an impressive freshman season. “It’s really hard to say how

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erupted in cheers after Rian Pecci-Young, a girl, kicked an extra point after Oxendine’s final score. Jonathan Howard can be reached at sports@mechlocal. com. Patrick Henry 8 12 13 7 — 40 Caroline 0 12 0 7 — 19 PH — Coles 85 fumble return (Seikkar run) PH — Oxendine 1 run (run failed) CAR — Gav. Coleman 5 fumble return (kick failed) CAR — Ta. Smith 7 run (run failed) PH — Jackson 29 pass from Seikkar (pass failed)

we’re going to stack up because they’ve changed everything this year,” Hopper said. “I think it’s going to be a really interesting year.” Atlee’s roster features a number of familiar names – either because individuals have returned, or because younger siblings have joined the team. On the boys side, senior Kameron Helmlinger will set the pace. Sophomore Cabell Franklin and freshman Rachel Mudd should do the same on the girls side. While first-year Raider head coach Tyler Busch likes his team’s athletic potential, he likes the kids even more. “They’re talented runners, but most importantly, they’re really good kids – real friendly. They’ve been real nice,” Busch said. “They’ve worked real well together. We’ve got a few new kids coming in – freshmen, eighth graders. This is their first time doing it. You see the experience kids being friendly helping them out.” Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com.

PH — Sullivan 7 run (kick failed) PH — Allen 67 interception return (Roland kick) CAR — Gav. Coleman 7 run (Thorne kick) PH — Oxendine 34 run (PecciYoung kick) RUSHING PH: Oxendine 6 carries 56 yards, Williams 12-31, Seikkar 826, Sullivan 3-11, Norris 1-(minus 2). CAR: Gar. Coleman 14-130, Ta. Smith 13-38, Gav. Coleman 321, LaBonte 4-17, Ty. Smith 6-14, Romero-Baker 1-3. PASSING PH: Seikkar 8 completions 14 attempts 101 yards 0 interceptions. CAR: Smith 4-8-38-3, Shannon 4-828-1, Mauk 0-1-0-1. RECEIVING PH: Jackson 4 receptions 77 yards, Coles 3-16, Taylor 1-8. CAR: Stanley 4-32, Ty. Smith 2-20, Baker 1-9, Grant 1-5.

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AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE HANOVER COUNTY CODE, CHAPTER 17, OFFENSES--MISCELLANEOUS, SECTION 17-19, OPEN STORAGE OF INOPERABLE MOTOR VEHICLES ON RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY, TO: 1. CONFORM THE PROVISIONS OF THIS SECTION TO THE CODE OF VIRGINIA WHICH PERMITS THE OWNER OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY TO KEEP, ON THE PROPERTY, ONE INOPERABLE MOTOR VEHICLE THAT THE OWNER IS ACTIVELY RESTORING OR REPAIRING THE VEHICLE AND ONE (1) ADDITIONAL INOPERABLE MOTOR VEHICLE BEING USED FOR THE RESTORATION OR REPAIR, PROVIDED BOTH VEHICLES ARE SHIELDED OR SCREENED FROM VIEW; 2. TO PROVIDE THATTHE REGULATIONS GOVERNING INOPERABLE MOTOR VEHICLES SHALL ALSO APPLY TO THE RM MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT; AND 3. TO PROVIDE THAT VIOLATIONS OF THIS SECTION SHALL BE ASSESSED A CIVIL PENALTY EXCEPT IN SITUATIONS WHERE (A) THE AMOUNT OF CIVIL PENALTIES IMPOSED EXCEEDS FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS FOR OFFENSES BASED UPON THE SAME SET OF OPERATIVE FACTS, OR (B) THREE CIVIL PENALTIES HAVE PREVIOUSLY BEEN IMPOSED ON THE SAME DEFENDANT FOR THE SAME OR SIMILAR VIOLATION, NOT ARISING FROM THE SAME SET OF OPERATIVE FACTS, WITHIN A 24-MONTH PERIOD, IN WHICH CASE THE VIOLATION MAY BE PROSECUTED AS A CRIMINAL MISDEMEANOR. 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.

The Hanover County Board of Supervisors will hold a public room at the Hanover County Administration Building, 7516 County following ordinance being proposed for adoption: ORDINANCE 17- 08 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE HANOVER COUNTY CODE, CHAPTER 18, REFUSE, SECTIONS 18-20,18-22, AND 18-27, TO UPDATE THE PROVISIONS REQUIRING THE CUTTING OF GRASS AND WEEDS TO (1) REFLECT THE ADOPTION OFTHE RM, MULTI-FAMILYDISTRICT; (2) TO CONFORM THE PROVISIONS REQUIRING THE CUTTING OF GRASS AND WEEDS ON CERTAIN PROPERTIES TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE CODE OF VIRGINIA; AND (3) PROVIDE THAT THE CIVIL PENALTIES ASSESSED AGAINST OFFENDING PROPERTY OWNERS SHALL BE THE SAME WHETHER THE PROPERTY IS ZONED FOR RESIDENTIAL USE OR IS ZONED FOR COMMERCIAL OR INDUSTRIAL USE.

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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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Board of Supervisors has set Wednesday, September 27, 2017, at 7:00 p.m. in the Board Room of the Hanover County Administration Building, 7516 County Complex Road, Hanover Courthouse, Hanover, Virginia, as the time, date and place for a public hearing concerning quitclaim of easement interests affecting GPIN 8724-39-5325, located within Mechanicsville Magisterial District in Hanover County, Virginia. All persons desiring to be heard on the above may appear at the above time and place. A plat of the subject real estate is available for inspection in the County Administratorâ€™s Office, County Administration Building, during the regular business hours of 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. __________________________________ Cecil R. Harris, Jr., County Administrator

LEGAL DISPLAY ADS

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Hanover County Board of Supervisors has set Wednesday,

September 27, 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, as the time, date and

place for a public hearing concerning disposal by quitclaim deed of the

following interest in real estate:

A certain portion of a permanent utility easement shown as “Permanent Utility Easement to be Quitclaimed” on a plat titled “Plat Showing Portion of a 65’ Permanent Utility Easement to be Quitclaimed Across GPIN 8707-70-4065,” made by WileyWilson, dated August 17, 2017.

Certain portions of a permanent utility easement shown as “20’ Utility Easement D.B. 2204, PG. 63 Portion to be Quitclaimed” on a plat titled “Plat Showing Portions of a 20’ Utility Easement to be Quitclaimed on the Property of NLD Land LC (GPIN 7789-41-7169),” made by JenningStephenson, P.C., dated August 8, 2017.

All persons desiring to be heard above may appear at the above

time and place. A plat of the subject easement is available for inspection

at the office of the County Administrator any regular working day

between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

_____________________________________________ Cecil R. Harris, Jr., County Administrator

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in those plans to Interstate 95. All of the eastern alternatives were “screened out” early in the process by DPRT staff, but reinserted when some residents requested that those options be considered. Mitchell asked the panel regarding the least desirable options in each group, including eastern bypass options, western bypass alternatives and through town choices. Hanover county administrator Cecil R. “Rhu” Harris Jr. asked if all the options were on the table. “Is there anything on this list that is not viable?” Mitchell said the CTB would consider cost, community impact and other factors, but she noted that any plan that disrupted traffic on I-95 presents approval challenges. “It would be a big hurdle for the CTB,” she said. Carrie Carlisle, another Hanover County representative, said she could not in good

conscience prioritize western bypass alternatives since one of the plans would seize her property. Stanley said he would prefer more time before eliminating all of the eastern bypass options. Mitchell addressed previous questions regarding when that construction would begin and she provided some guidelines for the timeline. Once approval is received, she said it begins a process where state officials prioritize portions of the project. Initial emphasis, according to Mitchell, would be in the Northern Virginia sector where improvements to the “Long Bridge” that connects the tracks to Washington must be completed before other improvements can proceed. DRPT is expected to release a draft EIS on Sept. 8, followed by 60 days of public meetings. One of those sessions is scheduled for mid-October in Hanover. The draft document will not contain recommendations for the Ashland portion of

the project. But, Mitchell indicated the clock is running pertaining to the work of the CAC, and emphasized that final recommendations will be required at a hastily added fifth meeting on Sept. 11. The time and place have not been announced. At that meeting Mitchell said members should be prepared to select the best option from each group and attempt to form a consensus on one final option. She also indicated that prioritizing the selections might be helpful for CTB members to consider. “We’ve got them in town, the underground and we need a bypass scenario … so that we take options to the CTB. Is that a fair statement?” Harris asked. “I think that’s a good way to sum it up,” Mitchell replied. “At the end of the day, we’d like to see a consensus recommendation from this group, even if it means they are prioritized. It’s very important that we come back with something at the next meeting,” she added.

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