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OPINION Remembering a kind and caring community leader.

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Fire-EMS improves in insurance evaluation Staff Report news@mechlocal.com HANOVER – Hanover Fire-EMS has improved to be among the top 11 percent in the nation for fire protection after a recent evaluation by the Insurance Services Office (ISO. Battalion Chief Gregory Martin said, “Previously,

our Public Protection Classification (PPC) survey rating was a 5/8B and has now improved to a 3/3Y. This previous ranking held us in the top 46 percent of the nation or countrywide. This new rating will take effect March 1, 2018, where property owners within Hanover County could potentially receive lower insurance costs.”

ance companies, ISO evaluates a community’s fire protection system to include: The fire department.

The emergency communications system.

The municipal water supply system.

Community Risk Reduction efforts (additional points awarded).

According to Martin, the

The Insurance Services Office is an independent organization and is the leading supplier of data and analytics for the property/casualty insurance industry.

Most insurers use PPC for underwriting and calculating premiums for residential, commercial and industrial properties. In order to provide this risk type of analysis to insur-

resulting Public Protection Classification rating system establishes a range from a Class 1 (the highest obtainable property protection system) to a Class 10 (does not meet the ISO minimum standard).

“In our 3/3Y rating, the first number represents Class 3. This is an evaluation of see IMPROVED, pg. 2

Ashland prepares for General Election EDA ends year by looking at Staff Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND – Voters in the Town of Ashland will able to cast their ballots for two seats on Ashland Town Council during a General Election on Tuesday, May 1.

Citizens also have the opportunity to run for town council.

Photo courtesy of Town of Ashland Ashland Town Hall at 101 Two seats on Ashland Town Thompson St. serves as the Council will be on the ballot on polling place. Polls are open May 1.

from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Information on voting registration may be obtained by contacting the Hanover County Voter Registration & Elections Office at hanovervoting@hanovercounty.gov or 804-365-6080. For absentee voting information, contact the Voter Registration & Elections Office. The website is https://www.hanovercounty.gov/365/Voting. see ELECTION, pg. 12

‘Ashland by the Numbers’

By Logan Barry for The Hanover Local

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SHLAND -- Economic development in the Town of Ashland wrapped up the year with an inside look into “Ashland by the Numbers,” and what the Dominion Resources Innovation Center has in store for the future of technology.

Nora Amos, director of the town’s planning and community development department, used statistics in a presentation to Economic

Development Authority (EDA) members to welcome them “to the world of planning” by showing how the two governmental departments interconnect.

In the “Ashland by the Numbers” 2016 report that Amos presented to Authority members, it explains how it “was developed to help spark discussion on all things Ashland.”

“Numbers and graphics help us examine preconceptions, analyze trends, evaluate against see EDA, pg. 5

2018 Hanover Idol auditions to be held Jan. 20 Staff Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND -- Do you have what it takes to be the next Hanover Idol? Auditions are going to be held on Jan. 20.

Sponsored by the Hanover Arts and Activities Center, the competition takes place every even

year.

Contestants need to sign up online at hanoverarts.org. Sign-up forms also are available at the Hanover Arts and Activities Center and the Ashland Library.

For more information, call 804-798-2728.

The Hanover Idols competition is on March 4.

Auditions are scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 20,

in the afternoon.

Application forms are due Monday, Jan. 15, at HAAC at 500 S. Center St. in Ashland.

Contestants must live in Hanover County.

They will be assigned an audition time.

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The second number or 3Y, represents the properties within five miles of a fire station, but not within 1,000 feet of a credible water supply source,� Martin said. “Due to the improvement in Hanover County’s PPC rating, it is recommended that you contact your insurance carrier to see if you can expect a premium reduction upon your policy renewal. The ISO projects that a savings of up to 5% per PPC class improvement is predicted to be the national average,� Martin added.

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Watson and Foley also said that previous Hanover Idols runners-up and participants may audition for future Hanover Idols Competitions.

Past Hanover Idols winners are not eligible to audition for their winning category (i.e., Hanover Idol winners may not audition again, however, a Junior Hanover Idol winner may audition for the Hanover Idols once he/she reaches the age requirement).

To audition for Junior Hanover Idols, applicants must be 10 t0 15 years of age (as of Jan. 1). To audition for Hanover Idols, applicants must by 16 years of age or older (as of Jan. 1).

Auditions are limited to two minutes. The organizers will contact participants regarding

their audition time slot.

Participants must bring musical accompaniment or a karaoke CD to the auditions.

A cappella singing is acceptable for the auditions. A pianist will not be provided for the auditions, but participants may bring an accompanist or accompany themselves on a

musical instrument.

The competition will be held at 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 4, for Hanover Junior Idol Finalists and at 7 p.m. for Hanover Idol Finalists.

The show will be presented at the Hanover Arts & Activities Center.

Rehearsals for the Finalists will take place at the Center and are TBA. Dress Rehearsal will take place on Saturday, March 3, at th Hanover Arts & Activities Center.

Judging will be based on

performance standards, stage presence, vocal ability, power to evoke emotion, and suitability for the Ashland Musical Variety Show and other public venues. All varieties of music are encouraged, including, but not limited to, show tunes, church music, gospel, opera, rap, hip/hop, pop, folk, country, etc.

Top finalists will be selected by a friendly team of local celebrity judges.

Finalists will be invited to perform at the 2019 Ashland Musical Variety Show, as well as other public venues (i.e., Strawberry Faire, Ashland Street Parties, 4th of July Parade, etc).

Hanover Idols Competition Rules: 1) Solo singing performances only; 2) No lip-synching; 3) Jr. Idol contestants must be 10 years and older as of Jan. 1; 4) Music must be familyfriendly entertainment; 5) Contestants must reside in Hanover County.

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| Crime, Accidents, Fire & Rescue

An accident causing damage was not reported on the 8500 block of New Ashcake Road, Mechanicsville.

Carrying a concelead weapon, first offense, was reported in the 14200 block of Washington Hwy, Ashland.

Garand larceny from a building was reported in the 9400 block of Atlee Station Road, Mechanicsville.

Operation of a motor vehicle by a 2nd offender was reported on the 7100 Block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Breaking and entering structure with intent to commit larceny was reported on the 6300 block of Pine Slash Road, Mechanicsville.

Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 11300 block of Yowell Road, Ashland.

ID theft ID to defraud, $200, was reported in the 7500 block of County Complex Road, Hanover.

Assault and battery to a family member was reported in the 11200 block of Gwathmey Church Road, Ashland.

Profane, threatening language over a public airway was reported in the 7200 block of Courtland Farm Road, Hanover.

Embezzlement over $200, was reported in the 7200 block of Hanover Green Drive.

Mechanicsville.

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

A Driver did not report an accident with damages over $500 in the 6300 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Assault and battery to a family member was reported in the 19200 block of Holly Court Lane, Rockville.

Petit larceny, $200 not from a person, was reported in the 5400 block of Winsmith Drive, Mechanicsville.

Assault and battery to a family member was reported in the 9200 block of Monongahela Trail, Ashland.

Possession of marijuana, subsequent offense, was reported in the 8200 block of Atlee Road, Mechanicsville.

Assault and battery to a family member was reported in the 8100 block of Woodbridge Road, Mechanicsville.

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Possession of schedule I, II, controlled substance was reported in the 7000 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Use person’s identity w/ intent to harass or intimidate was reported in the 7300 block of Barnette Avenue, Mechanicsville.

Firearms, regardless of value, not from a person were reported in the 10000 block of Johnson Town Road, Ashland.

Possession of schedule I, II, controlled substance was reported in the 7400 block of Pole Green Road, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 8100 block of Elm Drive, Mechanicsville.

Manufacture, sale, possession of a controlled substance, schedule II, was reported in the 10200 block of Sliding Hill Road, Ashland.

Petit larceny, $200 not from a person, was reported in the 6300 block of Chenault Way, Mechanicsville.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 8100 block of Woodbridge Road., Mechanicsville.

Petit larceny from an auto was reported in the 6300 block of Sledds Lake Road, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, subsequent offense, was reported in the 8500 block of Patrick Henry Road, Ashland.

ID theft to avoid arrest was reported in the 8200 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

DWI, 3rd in 10 years was reported in the 7500 block of Cold Harbor Road, Mechanicsville.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 8300 block of Walnut Grove Road., Mechanicsville.

Issuance of 2 or more bad checks in ninety days, was reported in the 15000 block of Brown Pleasants Road., Montpelier.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 17500 block of Mountain Road, Montpelier.

Credit card fraud, $200 in 6 months, was reported in the 7200 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

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

Possessing forged coin or bank notes over $10, was reported in the 10100 block of Lewistown Road, Ashland.

Sale, distribute marijuana over ½ ounce under 5 lbs was reported in the 10200 block of Washington Highway, Glen Allen.

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Obtaining money or signature by false pretense was reported in the 7200 block of Loralea Drive, Mechanicsville.

block of Sledds Lake Road, Mechanicsville.

Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 11000 block of Founders Place, Mechanicsville.

Obtaining monument or signature by false pretenses was reported in the 8000 block of Studley Road, Mechanicsville.

Petit larceny, shoplifting was reported in the 7000 block Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

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OBITUARIES | Death Notices & Funerals PLUMBING, HEATING & COOLING

HANOVER COUNTY Announces the

2018 CITIZENS’ PLANNING ACADEMY This is an opportunity for you to learn more about the planning process, the rules and regulations governing zoning and subdivisions, the legal bases for planning, planning for capital improvements, and ethics in the planning process.

The course will include an opportunity for each participant to discuss the County’s future. The class will be limited to no more than thirty (30) participants and will meet on the following dates, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.: January 29, 2018 February 12, 2018 February 26, 2018

February 5, 2018 February 15, 2018 March 28, 2018

Each participant selected must commit to attend all the sessions. There is a fee of $30 per adult participant, to cover the cost of materials and refreshments. In selecting participants for the class, an effort will be made to achieve a broad-based representation of the community.

Applications will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on Friday, January 19, 2018. Applicants selected to participate will be notified by the Hanover County Planning Office shortly thereafter.

For additional information and to request an application form, contact: Tiffany M. Burton Hanover County Planning Office 7516 County Complex Road P.O. Box 470 Hanover Courthouse Hanover, Virginia 23069 (804) 365-6171 tmburton@hanovercounty.gov

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FRANCES ATKINS Frances May “Grandma” Atkins, 84, of Ashland, passed away Friday, January 5, 2018.

She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Hazel Howard; husband, James K. Atkins; and daughter, Joyce Marable. She is survived by her son, James “Tommy” Atkins (Judy); grandchildren, James “Dougie” Atkins (Lisa) and Edward Marable; greatgrandchildren, Brandon and Cody Atkins; sister, Phyllis Napier; dear friends, Maxine Jessee and Ruby WatkinsHall; and her North Run Baptist Church family.

Frances was known to everyone as Grandma. She worked for Richmond Christian Children’s Fund for over 30 years and was an avid bowler.

A Celebration of Life was held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, January 9, 2018, at Bliley’sStaples Mill at 8510 Staples Mill Road. Interment followed at Woodland Cemetery in Ashland. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to any breast cancer organizations.

ALLEN BRICE Allen Christopher Brice, 57, of Mineral, departed this life on Wednesday, January 3, 2018, at his residence after a courageous battle with cancer.

Allen joined those whom preceded BRICE him in death: his daughter, Contina Scott; his devoted uncle, Johnie Grooms; and his mother-inlaw, Ludie Ann Thompson, who loved cooking for him and watching him eat. Allen was born February 7, 1960. to the

late Allen J. Brice Sr. and Sarah Grooms, both who preceded him in death. Allen joined ST Thomas Baptist Church on November 11, 2006. He loved his family, friends, the Washington Redskins, and all children. Some of his favorite things to do were dancing, cooking out and spending time with his wife. Allen worked several jobs during his lifetime. His last employer, J.B. Hunt, was a job that he loved; he even had his own trucking business at one time. Allen met and married his true love, whom he married and shared 20 years with until his passing. Allen leaves many precious memories for all to cherish. He leaves his loving and devoted wife, Shirley; three loving daughters, Alexis, Ashley and Alexandra Brice; two sons, Ellis (Nedra) Jackson and Paul Scott (Shanelle); five sisters, Joan Brice, Shelia (Leonard) Morton, Conseylania (Douglas) Passley, Michelle Brice (Eric) and Linda (Rodney) Eziar; three brothers, Gregory (Karen) Brice, Robert (Susanne) Brice and Andre (Melody) Coffee, who also was his best friend. Allen also leaves behind a host of other relatives and friends, including a devoted aunt. Evelyn Grooms; two devoted cousins, Pamela Quarles and Shenda Allen; 11 grandchildren; seven greatgrandchildren, three sistersin-law, Ludie Lynette, Tiffany and Helen Thompson; and two brothers-in-law, Herbert and Otis Thompson. Allen also leaves a very special and devoted aunt and uncle, William and Mary Jackson. Funeral services were held at noon on Monday, January 8, 2018, at Mt. Olivet Baptist Church in Montpelier.

Owens Funeral Services in Ashland was in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be made at owensfuneralservices.com.

HAROLD DUKE

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Harold Sidney "Jose" Duke, 86, a lifelong resident of Ashland, departed this life peacefully on December 30, 2017. He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas Nelson Page Duke and Pauline Wood Duke; brother, Thomas Nelson Page Duke Jr.; and sister, Pauline Wood Duke.

He is surDUKE vived by his dear friend, Lois W. Herndon; numerous cousins and friends. Mr. Duke was a graduate of Benedictine and attended Randolph-Macon College briefly before he left school to serve in the United States Air Force. Harold was most well known as the owner of Duke's Market located off Route 1 in Ashland, which opened in 1963. He retired and closed the store in 2001. Harold had a strong passion for his hometown college, RandolphMacon, where he was a loyal and consistent supporter of the Yellow Jackets Club.

Harold also enjoyed attending the Richmond Braves games, loved to tend to his farm, fish, bowl and play bingo. Ffuneral services were held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, January 4, 2018, at the First Baptist Church of Ashland at 800 Thompson Street in Ashland. Interment followed in Woodland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church of Ashland, or Ashland Christian Emergency Services (ACES), 507 B Caroline St., P.O. Box 114, Ashland, VA 23005. Nelsen Funeral Home - Reid Chapel at 412 South Washington Highway in Ashland was in charge of arrangements.

Mary "Sugarfoot" Carter Hall, 77, of Rockville, went to be with the Lord on December 27, 2017, at her home surrounded by her loving family and friends.

Mary was born in Richmond on Parham Road, on HALL August 30, 1940, and graduated from Freeman High School. She is survived by and lovingly remembered by her husband of 54 years, William Thomas Hall; daughter, Nancy Hall Nelson; grandson, Houston Carter Nelson; two sisters, Faye Carter Pruitt (Dick Pruitt) and Barbara Ann Carter Atkinson (Gray Atkinson); and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, George H. Carter of Afton Mountain and Betty Jane Carter of Richmond. Mary was an avid fisherwoman; she spent many hours casting lines from her favorite fishing pier in Virginia Beach. She enjoyed cooking, entertaining and helping others, especially through her participation as an active member of Westhampton Baptist Church in Richmond.

Before she became a wife and mother, she worked as a supervisor for several years at the telephone company. A service celebrating her life was held at 3 p.m. on Saturday, December 30, 2017, at Bennett Funeral Home o West Broad Street. Interment wa private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Centerville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Squad at 52 Broad Street Rd., Manakin -Sabot, VA 23103. see OBITUARIES, pg. 7

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other small towns, identify market position and understand our context within Hanover County, the Richmond region and Virginia,â&#x20AC;? the reportâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s introduction reads. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ashland by the Numbersâ&#x20AC;? focuses on six demographic elements regarding the town and its citizens. These include: poverty, employment, and housing (affordable and executive), as well as median income. It looks at how all of these demographics within Ashlandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s corporate limits affect its economic development.

While the report looks into everything, a particular topic was discussed during the Nov. 30 meeting.

According to Amos, approximately 29% of the Town of Ashlandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s child population is living in poverty, making up almost one-third of its children. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In talking about the economy, it all ties back to population and town housing, the conversations weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had about the hotels and motels and the conversations we have when Joe [Topham] is prospecting with a busi-

ness or [when] weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking to provide initiatives. What is the income that weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to be paying their employees and how does it impact our numbers here?â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;So, I think our poverty numbers are quite shocking; I think there are a lot of people out there who probably arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t aware of the poverty issue that we have here in the Town of Ashland.â&#x20AC;?

Other statistics mentioned during the EDA meeting were how Ashlandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unemployment rate has been kept fairly low and how 77% of Ashlandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s residents havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t earned a bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree.

Amos said anyone interested in seeing the 2016 report can access it on the townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website at www.town. ashland.va.us by entering in â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ashland by the Numbersâ&#x20AC;? in the pageâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s search box.

Amos also talked about questions asked in regard to the townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Comprehensive Plan (CP).

What is it? How does it impact development or future land use?

These were some of the questions the presentation considered.

Amos also addressed the townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s relationship with Randolph-Macon

College (R-MC), asking: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Are we a college town or a town with a college?â&#x20AC;?

Lastly, she also talked about Ashlandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s relationship with its business partners, such as the process required to open a business in the town, its coordination and perception.â&#x20AC;? Amos said theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve recently done a lot of work to improve that perception. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve improved our process. It used to take a long time to get approval in the town. We have approved our applications.â&#x20AC;?

During the final economic development update for the Ashland before 2018, Topham, the departmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s business retention and expansion manager, highlighted some interesting startup businesses being supported by the Dominion Resources Innovation Center (DRIC).

There are four companies that are start-ups in the DRIC, which is located at 201 Duncan St., and is described as â&#x20AC;&#x153;A stem tech start-up and co-working space.â&#x20AC;?

DRICâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mission is to â&#x20AC;&#x153;Produce financially viable and freestanding ventures in the community by providing start-ups with workspace,

mentoring, guidance, resources and business support services.â&#x20AC;?

The four businesses in the DRIC are as follows: Ivy Oaks Analytics â&#x20AC;&#x201C; An agriculture technology company in the post-revenue stage with $300,000plus of funding in 2017, which is self-funded with zero outside investment. It was a 2017 participant in Lighthouse Labs, a Richmond-based business accelerator which offers companies grants and mentorship opportunities.

Virginia Online Fantasy Sports â&#x20AC;&#x201C; An online fantasy sports company in the post-revenue stage with an undisclosed amount and also is selffunded. The businessâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; founder is the vice chairman of the Virginia Israel Advisory Board and former chief executive officer and president of American Homecrafters Inc., Chuck Lessin.

GOGO Band â&#x20AC;&#x201C; A company in the wearable technology industry at the pre-revenue stage that is looking at an early 2018 launch and has received $750,000 in funding and closed their seed round in early October. This business participated in the Lighthouse Labs 2016 Accelerator

Program, which is in the nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top 25 programs. This medical band technology is a predictive and potentially preventive measure for kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; bed-wetting problems.

Ultrasonic Probe â&#x20AC;&#x201C; A business selling a medical device that is in the pre-revenue stage with a prototype prepared for a 2018 product launch and is in the final stages of refining the technology; it has been given $750,000 in funding. The company is working with Virginia Commonwealth University and Old Dominion University.

Recent former companies supported by the DRIC in Ashland included Therajournal LLC and Lifecycle Organic Waste LLC. In wrapping up the final EDA meeting before the New Year, Darrell Leftwich, chairman, made one additional note before officially bringing the public session to a close. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If anyone has anything they want to talk or discuss, just contact either myself or Mr. Topham and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll figure something out towards making it an agenda item, or whatever it needs to do to become an agenda item,â&#x20AC;?

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OPINION | The Local Views From the managing editor

Remembering a kind and caring community leader

By Melody Kinser Managing Editor

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ain was falling steady outside the bay of the Black Creek Volunteer Fire Department that summer day in 2008.

As crew members and residents filled the area, one gentleman stood out as he greeted and chatted with those gathered to celebrate a new fire truck (if memory serves me).

I was still a newcomer to Hanover County and that was my first journey to Black Creek. I quickly learned the gentleman was Elton Wade, who represented the Cold Harbor District on the Hanover County Board of Supervisors.

He approached me with a warm welcome before the program started. His impact in Black Creek was evident based on the response of his constituents.

Sadly, Mr. Wade passed away on Christmas Eve. He had served as a supervisor for 24 years.

He is remembered as a kind and caring leader

who truly supported those he was elected to represent.

He was a lifetime member of his beloved Black Creek VFD. He also was employed for 52 year by Hanover County Public Schools as a bus driver and traffic guard.

Mr. Wade had a smile and a gracious manner in his personal and professional actions.

When I regularly covered the meetings of the board of supervisors, he maintained a cool and calm disposition as he voiced his decisions involving his county.

Some colleagues expressed their thoughts about Mr. Wade and shared them with us: Sean Davis, vice chair and Henry District representative on the HCBOS: “Elton Wade was one of the dearest people I have ever met.

“When I came home from the Marine Corps, Lisa and moved into Elton’s district.

Within a week, I received a note from him welcoming us to our new home.

“It is hard to even comprehend the enor-

mous impact Elton had on so many lives.

“I feel privileged to have known Elton Wade and greatly look forward to the day we will see each other again.”

Canova Peterson, Mechanicsville District: “I had the opportunity to get to know Elton before my election to the board through my work as an architect. I often represented clients before the board and had a chance to deal with each of the members individually on cases in their districts. Elton was always available and attentive to items I brought before him.

“While we were not always in agreement, our workings were always kind and respectful.

“Once I began working with him on the board I found him to still be the same kind, considerate and respectful person I already knew. He was open, honest and a man of solid values. I don’t think Elton was ever a politician, he was simply, no commendably, a citizen servant.

“I have missed his presence on the board

and I will miss him even more in the community.”

Scott Wyatt filled Mr. Wade’s seat on the board when he chose not to seek re-election after his 24-year tenure. He said this about his predecessor: “Yes, my family and I are saddened by the passing of our neighbor and friend Elton Wade.

“He served Hanover County as Cold Harbor supervisor for 24 years and was a true gentleman and public servant.

“Elton was a family man who was community-minded and always willing to give back.

He never forgot he was serving the citizens.

He always brought their needs to the forefront and supported their concerns, which made Hanover a better place.

“He will be missed by many in Hanover.”

We echo the sentiments of these men who knew Elton Wade the way our county will remember him: a caring gentleman who was always about service and home.

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Throughout the day, more than 500 families with 1,300 children received food, gift cards and countless toys, dolls, skateboard and bikes – all thanks to your tremendous generosity.

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days a little brighter for nearly 100 seniors citizens.

On distribution day, I had the pleasure of meeting families who were so grateful for this support. Some mentioned health issues, grandmothers who were caring for grandchildren (in one case because the mother had

died in a car accident) and job loss.

A father was excited that his youngest daughter was receiving her first bike, so she could ride with her siblings.

None of these wonderful gifts that bring happiness – and I dare say hope – would have been possible without

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generous donations from individuals, local businesses, service organizations, the faith community and Hanover County schools.

It has been my tremendous pleasure and honor to serve as the 2017 Hanover Christmas Mother.

During the past few months, so many have offered their thanks to me, but really the thanks go to the Hanover Christmas Mother committee, which has worked tirelessly for many years to ensure families have a brighter Christmas.

Thanks also to the generous donors and army of volunteers.

Hanover County is a wonderful place to live, because our neighbors truly care about each other.

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LORRAINE HOPE Lorraine Yeamans Hope, 94, of Montpelier, passed away on Wednesday, January 3, 2018. She was preceded in death by her husband, W. Davis Hope; and son, Robert M. Hope. Left to cherish her memory are her children, Melinda H. Ray (Alan), William H. Hope and Faith H. Bentley; daughter-in-law, Dawn Starkes-Hope; eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, January 12, 2018, at Nelsen Funeral Home-Reid Chapel at 412 South Washington Highway in Ashland. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 13, 2018, in Hopeful Baptist Church Cemetery at 14340 Hopeful Church Road in Montpelier. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or a charity of your choice.

CLYDE JACKSON SR. Clyde Lee Jackson Sr., 84, departed this life on Tuesday, December 26, 2017, at Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center. Clyde was born May 30, 1933, in Hanover County in a place called Wickham. Clyde was the son of the lade Jessle T. and Edith C. Jackson. On April 26, 1958, he was united in marriage to Catherine Ann Richards and from this union three children were born.

Clyde received his education JACKSON in Hanover County through the Wickham school system. Clyde worked for Flippo Lumber Mill Company in Doswell for 29 years. At an early age Clyde accepted Christ and joined Providence Baptist Church. Clyde loved the Lord and loved attending church each Sunday.

He attended Providence Baptist Church until his health started to fail. Clyde had a love for gardening. He would plant a huge garden with all kinds of vegetables and he loved to give the vegetables to family and friends. Clyde also had a love for dressing, he loved his suits and he had many of them. He had to have the matching hat and shoes.

He got great compliments on this. He also loved cars and lawnmowers. Clyde also had a breakfast and lunch group that met regularly at McDonald’s.

They would eat and fellowship together. Clyde also was a very kind-hearted, giving and generous person. He would give you money if you needed it, pay for your food, give you a ride and take you places. He never expected anything in return. If you needed help he was always there to help you.

Clyde’s famous saying to his family was “I love you, but I love everybody.” Clyde was preceded

in death by his late wife, Catherine R. Jackson, of 50 years. Clyde also was preceded in death by his late sisters and brothers, Marion Jackson, Edith Lewis, Katie George, Rachel Winston, Cora Kates, Everett Jackson and James Jackson. He leaves to cherish his memory a loving son, Clyde Jackson Jr. (Donna); two daughters, Cathy Holman (Carl) and Susie Jackson; five grandchildren, Cherelle D. Holman, Summer W. Jackson, Hannelore, Bobby and Courtney Trayer; three great-grandchildren, Madison Holman, Lily and London Trayer; one sister-in-law, Carrie Cary; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. One devoted niece, Wilnette Jackson; three devoted friends, Marguerite Mines, Henry Wilkerson Sr. and Darren Eggleston; one devoted cousin, Celestine Mickens. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, December 31, 2017, at Providence Baptist Church in Ashland. Owens Funeral Services in Ashland was in charge of arrangements.

GREGORY MINES Gregory Derek Mines departed this life suddenly on December 23, 2017, at his home. He was born on December 11, 1957, to the later Walter A. Mines Sr. and Evelyn J Mines. He was a member of the Ebenezer Baptist Church family. Gregory was known by several different names among them Derek, Shaft, Plastic Man, Yuppie and Buddy Dog. Derek attended public schools in Hanover County and graduated from MINES Patrick Henry High School.

Derek was a forklift operator at Jones Lumber Mill Just like a man with many names, he was a man with many skills: a bricklayer, drywall installer, mechanic, furniture mover, landscaper and his favorite a painter. The only problem when getting Derek to do any work you had to hear him brag about it every time someone said something about his work. He truly had a style of his own. He was the only man to wear a newspaper suit and was proud of it. Derek was always going to be the life of the party whether he was invited or not. Derek loved his family he was always willing to help them whenever he could.

He was the family jokester, dancer and the first one to go to sleep. He told his family he loved them was just like telling them good morning. He leaves to mourn a daughter, Lajoi Mines; a son, Derek Lucas; six grandchildren; Jordan, Jayden, Jarrel, Amaya, Brianna and Madison; mother, Evelyn Mines; three brothers, Rev. Kelvin Mines (Cathy); Walter and Anthony; three sisters, Marzetta, Jacqueline White and Deborah; a host of nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly and other relatives and friends, including devoted friends Neil Fountain, Marvin Coles and Harvey Shelton. Funeral services were held at noon on

Saturday December 30, 2017, at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Beaverdam. Owens Funeral Services in Ashland was in charge of arrangements.

to Fine Creek Baptist Church, 3619 Huguenot Trail, Powhatan, VA 23139 or a charity of your choice.

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Clifton L. Saunders Jr., 67, of Beaverdam, passed away on December 31, 2017, after a brief but difficult battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Shirley Stanley Saunders; his son, Christopher L. Saunders (Laura); and grandson, Stephen Andrew Saunders of Chester; daughter, Jennifer S. Luck (David); and granddaughter, Elizabeth Abbigale Luck of Beaverdam.

He also is survived by his sister, Charlotte Tate of Ashland; a nephew and two nieces. Clifton was a retired Henrico County firefighter, having served more than 28 years. After his retirement, he continued to work in a variety of jobs that kept him outside and allowed him to meet people, two of his favorite things. He also loved to fish and work in his vegetable garden. He was an uncomplicated man who never failed to help someone in need. Clifton will be greatly missed by his family and numerous friends, many he knew for a lifetime. A memorial service was held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 6, 2018, at Nelsen Funeral Home at 412 South Washington Highway in Ashland. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. Online condolences may be conveyed to the family at www.nelsenashland.com.

Clara H. Taliaferro, 94, of Ashland, departed this life December 30, 2017. She was born on August 5, 1923, to the late Iretha and Frank Hewlett. She was preceded in death by her brother, William Frank Hewlett. She was a devoted member of Shiloh Baptist Church. Clara graduated from Hanover Training School and worked at the Defense General Supply TALLAFERRO Center until her retirement.

She leaves to cherish her memory, her loving husband of 65 years, Benjamin Taliaferro; her children, Benjamin Jr. and Robin; brother-in-law, James Taliaferro; goddaughter and niece, Diana (Raymond); her devoted friends, Sylvia Robinson (Reynolds) and Georgia Lee Stephens; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, January 4, 2018, at Shiloh Baptist Church in Ashland. Interment followed in the church cemetery. F.E. Dabney Funeral Home in Ashland was in charge of arrangements.

DONNA SCOTT Donna Jeane Church Scott, age 74, of Powhatan, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 28, 2017. She and her smile will be missed by all who knew her. She was the daughter of the late Artie Belle Mullins Church and Dennis Church. Donna was the proud and loving wife of Lloyd Roger Scott for 54 years and a true inspiration SCOTT for her family and friends.

She is survived by her husband; her son, Brian Scott of Montpelier; her daughter, Diane and her husband, Chris Murphy, of Glen Allen; and her grandchildren, Lexi and Charlie Scott and Annabelle Murphy. She also is survived by her brother, Charles Church, and his wife, Bonnie, of Blacksburg; her sister, Ramona, and her husband, Jack Vaught, of Lake Wales, Florida; her mother-in-law, Hazel Scott of Nickelsville; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, January 3, 2018, at Bliley's-Staples Mill at 8510 Staples Mill Road. Interment will be in the Virginia Veterans Cemetery at Amelia and will be announced at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made

ANNE TAYLOR Anne Turner Taylor, 83, of Ashland, passed away on December 22, 2017. She was preceded in death by her husband of 34 years, Edmund Keith Taylor III; and her brother, Mike Turner. She was an executive secretary for the Town of Ashland for 33 years as well as a member of Fork Episcopal Church. She attended Madison College and volunteered for the Ashland Museum. She loved spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by her son, Edmund Keith Taylor IV; daughter-in-law, Pamela Davis Taylor; grandchildren, Brooke Ashton Taylor and Edmund Keith Taylor V; siblings, Alfred Turner, Jean Basto and Peatross Turner; and nieces, nephews, family and friends.

A memorial service was held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, January 6, 2018, at Fork Episcopal Church. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Fork Episcopal Church or American Cancer Society.

Nelsen Funeral Home in Ashland was in charge of arrangements.

BEATRICE WICKHAM Beatrice Lahocki Wickham, 82, went to be with the Lord on December 30, 2017. She was preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Anna Tomanek; husbands, Paul Lahocki and J. Bryan see OBITUARIES, pg. 12

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Adams gives R-MC boost over Shenandoah

By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor ASHLAND – RandolphMacon’s men’s basketball team began its year with a depleted roster, with a couple of stalwarts – Jon Nowell and Darryl Williams – on the bench because of injuries from a freak accident in practice.

The remaining Yellow Jackets, facing their first opponent of 2018, found themselves with their hands full against visiting Shenandoah Wednesday in Crenshaw Gymnasium.

The Hornets held their own for much of the game – even led for much of the first half – but eventually the Yellow Jackets, with some especially timely baskets from junior forward Montese Adams, pulled away for an 80-66 win.

Adams led all scorers with 19 points – 13 in the second half. He knew something about sitting out with injuries himself, having sat out RandolphMacon’s Coaches Classic tournament on Dec. 29-30 because of an ankle injury.

“I felt fine. Our trainer had me in the training room doing rehab and stuff like that,” Adams said. “I just felt like I was good enough to play. I trusted him, got it wrapped up and came out here and got it done.”

Adams said the team missed Nowell and Williams.

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Randolph-Macon forward Daniel Noe (3) drives between a pair of Shenandoah defenders for a basket late in the Yellow Jackets’ 80-66 Old Dominion Athletic Conference victory over the visiting Hornets Wednesday.

of them on the boards,” Adams said. “They outrebounded us, I think by four.”

Shenandoah finished with 43 rebounds, compared to Randolph-Macon’s 39 boards.

With the exception of a couple of brief periods, the Hornets (6-5, 1-1 Old Dominion Athletic Conference) most of

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the first half. The Yellow Jackets (8-3, 2-0) took the lead for good on a 3-point goal by Luke Neeley with 33 seconds before intermission.

Just because they took the lead for good, they didn’t have it easy finishing Shenandoah off. The Hornets fought to stay in the game, closing to within

five points once and to within six points twice after RandolphMacon had opened up bigger leads.

But the Yellow Jackets weren’t worried.

“Our assistant coach [Chris Hamilton], he’s always, like, if we give up a lead … he always says ‘Calm down, we’re going to

win the game.’ And we just trust in that and we just keep fighting,” Adams said. “Yeah, we’re going to make mistakes. That’s fine. We just have to [regroup] on how we’re going to get back on defense and how we play on the next offensive possession.”

The first time Shenandoah cut Randolph-Macon’s lead to

six, sophomore guard Korey Turner hit a jump shot to give the Yellow Jackets a 53-45 lead with 11:50 left in the game.

The Hornets’ Aaron Patterson connected on a 3-pointer to cut RandolphMacon’s lead to five points, but freshman guard Buzz Anthony connected on a 3-pointer of his own to get the Yellow Jackets back up by eight, 56-48 with 11:03 left in the game.

Randolph-Macon extended its lead to 11 points, 61-50 with 8:54 left on a layup by Adams, but Shenandoah chipped at it and cut the Yellow Jackets’ lead to 61-55 on a layup by Christian Meredith with 6:27 on the clock. After that, though, the Yellow Jackets steadily pulled away.

While the Hornets got close, they didn’t get as close as Hobart did in the RandolphMacon’s previous outing.

“The second-half defense, which has been really bad the last three games, tonight was better,” said Yellow Jacket head coach Josh Merkel. “We were upset at halftime about our defense. Those guys know that we weren’t playing to our standard. We did a better job in the second half.

“They take some tough ones and then they put you on your heels some with their drives. Then it’s all about habits and getting your hands up and trusting the guy behind you.”

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County School Board has set Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at 7:00 PM in the School Board Administration Building, 200 Berkley Street, Ashland, Virginia, as a time and place for a Public Hearing inviting citizen input on the Superintendent’s 2018-2019 Proposed Budget.

Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Board of Supervisors has set Wednesday, January 24, 2018, at 7:00 P.M., in the Board Room of the Hanover County Government Building at Hanover Courthouse, Hanover, Virginia, as the day, date, time, and place for a public hearing to consider the following cases, at which public comments will be accepted: REZONINGS C-4-98(c), AM. 1-17, JTB PROPERTIES, INC. (BEAUTIFUL BODIES) Request(s) an amendment to the proffers and conceptual plan approved with rezoning request C-4-98(c), Beautiful Bodies, Inc., on GPINs 7788-25-2549, 7788-25-2466, and 7788-25-2288, consisting of approximately 2.19 acres, zoned M-2(c), Light Industrial District with conditions, and located on the south line of Lewistown Road (State Route 802) approximately 675 feet east of its intersection with Washington Highway (U.S. Route 1) in the SOUTH ANNA MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Business-Industrial. The proposed zoning amendment would permit expansion of the existing structure and the outside storage area in the rear yard.

(PUBLIC HEARING) C-19-16(c), AM. 1-17, KATHLEEN A. AND ROBERT D. MCGRAW Request(s) a proffer amendment to rezoning C-19-16(c), Kathleen A. and Robert D. McGraw, to rezone GPINs 8708-44-2198 and 8708-44-1278, consisting of approximately 8.42 acres, zoned AR-6(c), Agricultural Residential District with conditions, and located on the north line of Stumpy Road (State Route 654) approximately 800 feet west of its intersection with Roinick Lane (private road) in the BEAVERDAM MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Agricultural. The proposed zoning amendment would eliminate the proffers that require a family division. (PUBLIC HEARING) C-21-17(c), WYWC, L.L.C. Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District to AR-6(c), Agricultural Residential District with conditions on GPIN 7841-73-9359, consisting of approximately 14.71 acres, and located on the south line of Windmill Drive (private road) approximately 0.3 miles east of its intersection with Greenwood Church Road (State Route 657) in the SOUTH ANNA MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Agricultural. The proposed zoning amendment would permit the creation of one additional building lot for a gross density of one (1) dwelling unit per 7.36 acres.

(PUBLIC HEARING) CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS CUP-8-17, RIVERSTONE PROPERTIES, L.L.C. (GRAHAM REAL ESTATE, L.L.C.) Request(s) a Conditional Use Permit in accordance with Section 26-130.12 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit a self-storage warehouse facility on GPIN 8714-97-5670, consisting of approximately 5.6 acres, zoned B-3(c), General Business District with conditions and located on the east line of Lee-Davis Road (State Route 643) across from its intersection with Brandy Run Drive (private road) in the MECHANICSVILLE MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Suburban High (4-8 dwelling units per acre). (PUBLIC HEARING) Copies of the above case may be reviewed in the Planning Office, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Planning Commission has set Thursday, January 18, 2018, at 7:00 P.M., in the Board Room of the Hanover County Government Building at Hanover Courthouse, Hanover, Virginia, as the day, date, time, and place for a public hearing to consider the following cases, at which public comments will be accepted: REZONINGS C-2-15(c), AM. 1-17, NORTH LAKE II, L.L.C. Request(s) an amendment to the proffers and conceptual plan approved with rezoning request C-2-15(c), Baldwin Family Partnership, et al., zoned A-1, Agricultural District, and M-2(c), Light Industrial District with conditions, on GPINs 7789-52-5415 and 7789-42-6349 (part), consisting of approximately 25.83 acres, and located generally at the terminus of Harley Club Drive (State Route 2029) in the ASHLAND MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Destination Commerce and Limited Industrial. The proposed zoning amendment would permit recreational vehicle sales. (PUBLIC HEARING) C-28-15(c), AM. 1-17, C FALLS II, L.L.C., ET AL. Request(s) to amend the conceptual plan for C-28-15(c), C Falls, L.L.C., et al., zoned RS(c), Single-Family Residential District with conditions, and RM(c), Multi-Family Residential District with conditions, on GPINs 7787-07-4029, 7787-06-0802, 7787-06-0279, 7787-05-0774, 7787-16-1009, 7777-96-4624, 7777-868580, 7777-85-7641, 7777-87-3089, 7777-97-2718, 7777-98-9007 and 7777-98-4439, consisting of approximately 179.38 acres, and located on the south line of Cedar Lane (State Route 623) at its intersection with Holly Hill Road (State Route 713) in the SOUTH ANNA MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Suburban Transitional (1-2 dwelling units per acre) and Suburban General (1-4 dwelling units per acre). The proposed zoning amendment would permit changes to the conceptual plan west of Holly Hill Road. The total number of dwelling units would remain at 404 units with a gross density of 2.25 dwelling units per acre. (PUBLIC HEARING) C-20-17(c), DONNETTA WHITFIELD, ET AL. Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District to Agricultural Residential District with conditions on GPIN 7872-65-1573, consisting of approximately 14.7 acres, and located on the south line of Lucas Road (State Route 690) approximately 0.5 mile west of its intersection with Breedens Road (State Route 694) in the BEAVERDAM MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Agricultural. The proposed zoning amendment would permit the creation of three (3) building lots for a gross density of one (1) dwelling unit per 4.9 acres. (PUBLIC HEARING) C-22-17(c), WINSTON ROAD REALTY, L.L.C. Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District to AR-6(c), Agricultural Residential District with conditions on GPIN 7850-68-7493, consisting of approximately 17.62 acres, and located on the north line of Winston Road (State Route 696) approximately 350 feet east of its intersection with Winston Estates Lane (private road) in the SOUTH ANNA MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Agricultural. The proposed zoning amendment would permit the creation of one (1) building lot for a gross density of one (1) dwelling unit per 8.81 acres. (PUBLIC HEARING) C-23-17(c), SANDRA S. AND DWIGHT C. WAGGY Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District, to AR-6(c), Agricultural Residential District with conditions, on GPIN 8727-28-6698, consisting of approximately 10.39 acres, and located on the north line of Blackbear Trail (private road) approximately 1200 feet east of its intersection with Pollard Creek Road (State Route 742) in the HENRY MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Agricultural. The proposed zoning amendment would permit the creation of one (1) additional building lot for a family member for a gross density of one (1) dwelling unit per 5.2 acres. (PUBLIC HEARING)

CALENDAR | News, Updates & Listings Wednesday, Jan. 10 Hugh Campbell will talk about the Lewis and Clark Expedition at 7 p.m. at the Ashland Library. The program is being sponsored by the Ashland Museum and the Ashland Library. Light refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Ashland Library. The program is being presented free of charge and is open to the public.

Saturday, Jan. 13 An All-You-Can-Eat Salt Fish Breakfast, hosted by the Independence Ruritan Club, will be held from 6:45 to 8:45 a.m. to benefit Ashland Christian Emergency Services (ACES). Breakfast includes: salt herring fillets, scrambled eggs, bacon, spiced apples, cornbread, grits, coffee and orange juice only $9 for adults. The Ruritan Club Community House is located behind the Independence Christian Church at 14033 Independence Rd. (off U.S. 54, west of Ashland). For more information, call 804-7986579.

Thursday, Jan. 18 The Hanover Chamber of Commerce will host Business After Hours at the Pixel Factory and Richweb from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 9680 Atlee Commons Dr. in Ashland. For more information about the Pixel Factory and Richweb, visit pixelfactorydc.com and richweb. com. Registration is $15 for members (early) or $25 for non-members. Nibbles and beverages provided. Payment options online or on-site. For more information, contact the chamber at 804-442-2093, info@hanoverchamber va. com or http://hanoverchamberva.com/. The Business

After Hours series enables members to tour the county and visit 10 Hanover companies. Invite a guest or bring a valued customer.

Ongoing Families Anonymous Support Group meets from 7 to 8:30 p.m. every Monday at the Episcopal Church of the Creator at 7159 Mechanicsville Turnpike in Mechanicsville. The group is a self-help fellowship for the friends and family members of addicts who are in need of understanding and healing themselves. For details, call Sandy at 804-730-4812 or email sandy.leigh@verizon. net.

Overcomers Outreach and Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Codependency, a Christ-centered anonymous support program offering hope and healing for recovering alcoholics, addicts and their families meet every Monday at 7 p.m., at the Mechanicsville Christian Center at 8061 Shady Grove Road in Mechanicsville. For more information, call 804366-9645 or email kjfaith1@ gmail.com.

Tuesdays The Hanover Concert Band rehearses from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. every Tuesday, midJanuary through mid-December, at the Hanover Arts and Activities Center at 500 S. Railroad Ave. in Ashland, just south of U.S. 54. Membership is open to anyone who can read music and play a nonstring instrument. High school students are welcome with parentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; permission. For more information, visit www. hanoverconcertband.org or call 804-789-0536. see EVENTS, pg. 12

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Wickham Jr.; her brother, Leo Tomanek; daughter, Carole Sue; and stepgrandson, J. Bryan Wickham IV. She is survived by her children, Bill (Nancy), Paula (Rick), Brenda and Debbie; 10 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, with two more on the way. She also is survived by four stepsons, John III, Robert, WICKHAM Allen and Fred and their families. She had a lifelong passion of caring for children and loved spending time with all her friends at Shiloh and St. Peter’s United Methodist Churches. The memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 13, 2018, at Nelsen Funeral Home, 412 South Washington Highway in Ashland. The interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, please make dona-

tions to Shiloh (17420 Shiloh Church Rd., Montpelier, VA 23192) or St. Peter’s (15599 Mountain Rd., Montpelier, VA 23192) Youth Groups.

FREDERICK WYATT Frederick McKinson "Little Bubba" Wyatt Jr. departed this life on December 23, 2017. He was born on November 11, 1953, in Richmond, to the late Frederick M. Wyatt Sr. and Dorothy Wyatt. Fred accepted the Lord at an early age and later joined his son’s church, Speaking Spirit Ministries.

He retired in 2015 WYATT from SuperValue (Richfood), after 20-plus years of service. He cherished his time with his wife, children, and grandchildren. Next to his love for God, and his family, the Dallas Cowboys team came in third. Everyone who knew him knew that they would get two things, the

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truth and a friend for life. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Gina Wyatt, their two children, Pastor Frederick Wyatt, III (First Lady Inger Wyatt) and Brandi Woodson (Derrick Woodson). His legacy will continue with his five grandchildren, Frederick M. Wyatt IV, Rashad Evans, Brianna Woodson, Delanie Woodson and Gabriel Wyatt. From Fred and Dorthy's union Fred is survived by his beloved sister, Alberta Kelsaw. His sister Carloyn Mallory preceded him in death. He has three living aunts and uncles: Mayme Kane, Sam Wyatt and Pauline Anderson; three sisters-in-law; four brothers-in-law; and mother-inlaw, Marie Valentine. Fred also leaves four foster sisters and brothers, Walter Jones, Margaret Jones, Shirley Stanley and Nelson Jones. He also leaves a host of loving nieces, nephews, cousins, family and many friends. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, January 2, 2018, at St. Paul’s Baptist Church at 4247 Creighton Road in Richmond. Owens Funeral Home in Ashland was in charge of arrangements.

Teresa F. “Teri” Smithson serves as Hanover County’s voter registrar.

The last day to register is April 9.

Those considering seeking office may

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General cancer support group meets from 9:30 to 11 a.m. in the Cancer Resource Center in Medical Office Building 1 on the hallway leading to VCU Massey Radiation Oncology. The group is cofacilitated by an oncology social work navigator, registered nurse navigator and survivorship nurse practitioner.

Wednesdays At 3 p.m., the Gathering Place, formerly Ashland Coffee and Tea, hosts the “AHA Moment,” which is sponsored

by At Home in Ashland (AHA).

At Home in Ashland is a taxexempt nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting seniors wishing to remain in their homes as they age. The

go to the Virginia Department of Elections website at https://www.elections.virginia. gov/.

The deadline to submit filing forms to the

informal get-togethers are open to any interested Ashland area senior and provide an opportunity to make personal connections and discuss topics of mutual interest. No registration is needed. For seniors who are still employed, AHA also has arranged for evening gatherings at 6 p.m. every fourth Tuesday at Trackside Grill. This event does require advance registration before noon on the fourth Monday.The contact person is Carol Dedischew: 804-299-3171 or cdedischew@aol.com.

Thursdays The Rotary Club of Ashland meets at noon for lunch at the Henry Clay Inn at 114 N. Railroad Ave. in Ashland. For more information, contact Jennifer Fox at 804-314-2834 or jfox@barnesfamilylaw.com.

Hanover County General Registrar is 7 p.m. on March 6.

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