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Candidates announce plans to seek council seats Hodges pursues office he was appointed to in August Cook: sense of community, active citizens inspire run Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND – John Hodges, who was appointed to Ashland Town Council on Aug. 1, 2017, is seeking election to one of two open seats in the May 1 General Election. He is said he is fiscally committed to: Being fiscally conservative in meeting the town’s financial responsibilities. Practicing good planning that is environmentally sensitive and supportive of businesses with the goal of maintaining the town’s diversity, historic character and high quality of life. Being a good partner with Randolph Macon College, Hanover County and all those organizations whose success is integral to the success of the town. Supporting continued excellence by the
town in the provision of the public safety, staffing and facilities that serve its residents and businesses. Hodges said major challenges facing the town include: Maintaining a stable tax rate through HODGES the encouragement of appropriate economic development and new investment by existing businesses. Addressing the need to upgrade or replace substandard public facilities like Ashland Town Hall and Carter Pool. Supporting community groups such as see HODGES, pg. 7
Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND —Terry L. “Les” Cook Jr., a candidate for Ashland Town Council, has been a resident of the town for 18 years. He is seeking one of two open seats that are up for grabs in the May 1 General Election. He is married to Dr. Patricia Cook, and together they raised their three sons in the Center of the Universe. He holds a BA in Biology and a Master’s in Administration and Supervision from the University of Virginia. He currently works as an educator and has served the last 21 years working as a teacher, assistant principal, and program coordinator. “Ashland’s sense of community and the activeness of its citizens is what inspired me to run for Ashland Town Council,” Cook said. “In Ashland, people are always willing to help when
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The Hanover Idol 2018 competitions were held Sunday at the Hanover Arts and Activities Center in Ashland. In the photo at left, Jason Call received his crown, sash and gift from RaeLyn McMillion, the 2016 Hanover Idol. Call sang the John Waite song “Missing You,” and accompanied himself on guitar. In the photo at right, Call is shown with Madison Cox, who won the Junior event. For more information about the event, turn to page 10.
needed.” As an Ashlander, Cook has served as a coach for multiple recreational youth sports teams, co-commissioner of the Ashland Youth Association Basketball League, board member of the Hanover Arts and COOK Activities Center, and a Sunday School teacher at Duncan Memorial United Methodist Church. Now, he said, at this stage of his life, he has decided to seek a new town leadership role as a member of Ashland Town Council. Cook recently became more involved in town business by attending the meetings in see COOK, pg. 7
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ECHANICSVILLE -- Frances Aylor, author of the financial thriller “Money Grab,” has won the Ignite/Rising Star Award from IngramSpark, an international book distributor and wholesaler. The award recognizes new authors for “savvy approaches to content creation, marketing and distribution.” A Mechanicsville resident and graduate of Lee-Davis High school, William and Mary, and VCU, Aylor turned to writing thrillers after retiring from a 28-year career in financial services and investing. Her book features Robbie Bradford, a female financial advisor who becomes the primary suspect after one of her colleagues is murdered.
“Writing about financial topics was easy,” Aylor said, “because that had been my job for so many years. But to write about crime, I had to do some research. I signed up for the Hanover County Citizens Police Academy, where we learned about investigative techniques, traffic stops, undercover work and so much more. Those classes were fun and informative, and included a ride-along with a deputy on his shift, time on the shooting range, and a visit to the Pamunkey Regional Jail. Many thanks to Sheriff David Hines for organizing this.” “Money Grab” can be ordered in paperback from local bookstores. Both the paperback and ebook versions are available on Amazon. Aylor is working on the second book in the Robbie Bradford series. It will be set in Switzerland and include some of the characters from “Money Grab.”
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BEAVERDAM -American Legion Post 90 will meet at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, March 12, at the Beaverdam Post at 17662 Beaver Dam Rd. in Beaverdam.
All veterans, Post, SAL and Auxiliary members are encouraged to attend. There will be a meeting of the Post 90 American Legion Riders starting at 6:30 p.m. A Commanders coffee is held from 10 to about 11 a.m.
every Tuesday at the Post to discuss issues of interest to the American Legion. Donuts also will be available. For more information, contact Post commander Eugene Truitt at 804-746-4734.
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SHERIFF’S REPORTS | Crime, Accidents, Fire & Rescue
Embezzlement, $200, was reported in the 11000 block of North Lakeridge Parkway, Ashland.
Driver did not report an accident with damages, $200, in the 12400 block of West Patrick Henry Road, Ashland.
Concealment, price altering merchandise, $200, was reported in the 7300 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville. Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 3700 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville. Possession of marijuana, subsequent offense, was reported in the 7000 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/Henrico County, Mechanicsville. Failure to stop for school bus with flashing lights was reported in the 8200 block of Sugar Wood Drive/ Huntington Woods Drive, Mechanicsville. Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 10200 block of Lakeridge Parkway/Lakeridge Green Drive, Ashland. Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported in the 8100 block of Oatman Court, Mechanicsville. Firearms, regardless of value, not from a person, was reported in the 8300 block of Curnow Drive, Mechanicsville. Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 10200 block of Grand Hickory Drive, Mechanicsville. Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 6100 block of Pond Grass Road, Mechanicsville. Assault and battery of a family member was reported
Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 9100 block of Chamberlayne Road, Mechanicsville.
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Petit larceny from auto was reported in the 9200 block of Harpe Court, Mechanicsville. ID theft ID to defraud, $200, was reported in the 8900 block of Mann Drive, Mechanicsville.
Petit larceny building was reported in the 6400 block of Tammy Lane, Mechanicsville. Concealment, price altering merchandise, was reported in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.
Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 7000 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.
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Accusing person of an offense, intimidation for money, was reported in the 8100 block of South Mayfield Lane, Mechanicsville. False alarm for ambulance or fire was reported in the 12400 block of West Patrick Henry Road, Ashland. Driver did not report an accident with damages, $1,000, in the 15500 block of Coatesville Road, Beaverdam.
Concealment, price altering merchandise, $200, was reported in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.
Grand larceny, $200 or more not from a person, was reported in the 8000 block of Industrial Park Road, Mechanicsville.
Credit card fraud, $200 in six months, was reported in the 9400 block of Morrisdale Way, Mechanicsville.
Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 12300 block of West Patrick Henry Road, Ashland.
Obtaining money, etc., by false pretense, larceny, $200 conspiracy, was reported in the 7400 block of Rural Point Court, Mechanicsville.
Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 14000 block of West Patrick Henry Road, Doswell.
Firearms, regardless of value, not from a person, was reported in the 6400 block of Camille Drive, Mechanicsville.
Credit card fraud, $200 in six months, was reported in the 9300 block of Roseland Court, Mechanicsville.
Possession of marijuana, subsequent offense, was reported in the 16300 block of Tyler Station/Beaver Dam
Identity theft financial loss, $200, was reported in the 7500 block of County Complex Road, Hanover. Petit larceny building was reported in the 7000 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville. Grand larceny building was reported in the 11000 block of Dude Ranch Road, Glen Allen.
Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 8300 block of Westchester Drive, Mechanicsville. Driver did not report an accident with damages, $1,000, in the 7100 block
Brandishing a firearm was reported in the 11200 block of Howards Mill Road, Glen Allen.
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Grand larceny from auto was reported in the 6000 block of Dugout Terrace, Mechanicsville.
Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 9000 block of Cudlipp Avenue, Mechanicsville.
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Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 9400 block of Crescent View Drive, Mechanicsville.
Sale and distribution of marijuana, ½-ounce, was reported in the 7900 block of Kenmore Drive, Mechanicsville.
Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 8000 block of Darva Glen, Mechanicsville.
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OBITUARIES | Death Notices & Funerals MASON B. HENLEY Mason B. Henley, 83, of Rockville, passed away on Tuesday, February 27, 2018. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 64 years, Justine C. Henley; two infant brothers; a brother, Kelly; and a sister, Jeannette (Claude). He is survived by two daughters, Sheila Alexander (Jim) and Karen Newton (Fred); brothers, Buck Henley (Brenda), Kenny HENLEY Henley and Herbert Henley (Cindy); sisters, Gladys Jones and Linda Tomlin (Doug); grandchildren, Travis (Barbara), Josh (Hollie), Niki (Robert) and Ryan; great-grandchildren, Michael, J.T., Mason and Emma. A funeral celebration was held at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 2, 2018, in the West Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home at 11020 West Broad Street in Glen Allen. Interment followed in Berea Baptist Church Cemetery.
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Ashland area for 37 years, passed peacefully under hospice care on February 23, 2018. She was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, in 1917, and celebrated her 101 years on February 4, 2018. Marion was preceded in death by her mother and father, David and Vera Dickson; sister, Lois Patrus and husband, Leo. She is survived by her sons, David (Kay) and James; David's sons, David Dickson Koren and Emeka Mark Koren (Jill); and James' son, James Michael Koren; and James' daughter, Riley Elizabeth Koren; her great-grandchildren, Sonny and Esphyr Koren and Caleb Koren Lee; her niece, Carol Craig; and nephew, John Patrus. In her 40s, Marion went back to school to become a Licensed Practical Nurse. For the last 55 years, she was the nurturing hub of the extended family. After retiring in 1981, Marion and Leo moved to Ashland to be near their newest grandchild. Her final residence was Hanover Manor Assisted Living Facility in Ashland. A graveside service was held at 11 a.m. On Tuesday, March 6, 2018, in Woodland Cemetery at 11310 Hanover Avenue in Ashland, VA 23005. In lieu of flowers, contributions may
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Metabolism: The secret to knowing your drinking limits ( Editor’s note: The following was submitted by Octavia Marsh, executive director of Hanover Cares.) Know your limits. Do you really understand how alcohol affects your body and your ability to function physically and mentally? Many people underestimate the effect of alcohol and, as a result, could be putting lives in danger by “driving happy” or “feeling no pain.” Do you know how many drinks it would take for your Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) to be above 0.08%? Do you know how long it would take for your BAC to go back down to 0.00%? Do you know how your senses are affected even under 0.08%? You might have done some calculations based on some information from the internet, or maybe you’ve just guessed. The fact is that most people do not have accurate information to know the answers to these questions. Did you know that at a BAC of 0.03% (or about 1 drink) you are already experiencing increased self-confidence, decreased inhibitions, decreased judgement and impairment of sensory-motor skills? That means you could be physically impaired to drive a vehicle and overly confident about your abilities to do so. That makes for a dangerous combination. Also, after drinking, depending on the number of drinks, age, and body weight, it is possible that one’s BAC may remain above the legal limit longer than another individual. Everyone’s body metabo-
lism is different. It’s important to allow time for alcohol to clear your system and BAC to return to normal prior to driving or engaging in other activities. Bottom line, the best choice is not to drink alcohol and then drive. Because so many people don’t have enough information to accurately assess their BAC, they unknowingly and unintentionally put lives in danger. If you knew your BAC, would you think twice about driving? We want to help our community members stop guessing and understand how BACs work and how drinking affects your body. Hanover Cares recently was awarded a Virginia ABC Education and Prevention grant and we are using that grant to educate our community. With the grant, Hanover Cares invested in the Intoxiclock Pro software. This software allows you to visually illustrate impacts of drinking alcohol, using one’s gender, weight, number and type of drinks consumed and the length of time over which those drinks are consumed. Using an active scenario, you can add drinks as time goes by and the software updates to tell you how long until your BAC will return back to 0.00%. Throughout the process, you’ll see a visual simulation and descriptions of the effects of your BAC and your body’s ability to metabolize the alcohol. As a part of our grant, we will train our coalition members and community partners see DRINKING, pg. 5
ABC headquarters, warehouse coming to county By Jim Ridolphi for The Hanover Local MECHANICSVILLE — The Virginia Alcohol Control Board (ABC) announced late last week plans to move the department’s headquarters and warehouse to Hanover County, a preferred site chosen from more than 15 locations in the metro Richmond area. The 315,000-square-foot facility and 95,000-square-foot office building will be located on a tract near the intersection of Pole Green Road and Interstate 295. No sooner had the news of the relocation been released, some were linking the announcement with a renewed effort to build a new baseball stadium near the Boulevard in downtown Richmond. Although city officials have expressed a desire to open areas in the corridor to accommodate a new stadium, officials said Friday’s announcement was more about efficiency, expansion and ABC’s goal to continue its revenue-producing mission.“
Enhanced facilities will allow Virginia ABC to continue its steady increase in revenue, and, consequently, its significant contribution to the Commonwealth’s general fund,” Travis Hill, ABC executive, said in a prepared statement. ABC contributed more than $2 billion in revenue to the state’s coffers during the past five years. In conjunction with the Department of General Services, the agency considered sites in Chesterfield and Henrico counties and the City of Petersburg but settled on the Mechanicsville property based on several criteria. Located about a dozen miles from its current location on Hermitage Road near the Diamond, the current warehouse is both outdated and over-capacity, and ABC said drive time for its current 500 employees was a consideration along with available nearby amenities, crime statistics, freight costs and proximity to nearby interstates. “Be assured, we are sensitive to the fact that moving the central office and warehouse affects each of us differently, and we are confident that with the selection of the Pole Green site, we have
struck the best balance between taking care of our employees, while positioning the Authority to meet current and future business needs,” the agency said in a statement. H&M Construction will develop the project. The Tennessee-based company specializes in construction of distribution centers and manufacturing facilities. Design for the project will begin in July and continue through April 2019, with construction beginning in late 2019. A move to the new facility is anticipated in the spring of 2021. Local reaction to the late Friday afternoon announcement was guarded. Hanover County Board of Supervisors chairman Sean Davis, Henry District, expressed concern regarding a facility that would provide no tax dollars to the county. He also noted that jobs would not be created, only transferred from the Richmond location. “Additional traffic from tractor trailers as well as commuter traffic from the estimated 500 relocated employees is going to be an issue,” Davis said. “Pole Green Road has problems now,
and will only increase with the reduced state funding for secondary roads as well as the addition of the ABC on an already stressed roadway.” Davis also had other concerns. “Additionally, this property will be taken out of the private sector potential tax base,” he said. “Remember, the state won’t be paying taxes on the facility.” Davis said he would continue to follow the state’s plans for the facility, but hoped some accommodation could be made to assist Pole Green Road. “I hope there is a plan for Polegreen Road. I’m very concerned at this point,” Davis concluded. Hanover Economic Development director Linwood Thomas said he understood the reasoning behind ABC’s choice. “We do believe ABC has corroborated in what we have seen for some time in that corporations see the significant value of Hanover County’s strategic location from a logistics standpoint with easy access to both I-95 and I-295 and a very affordable cost to do business.”
Bald will be the new green at COTU’s St. Patrick’s Day event Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND -- For the fourth year in a row, The El Balderinos are going all out to raise money for the St. Baldrick’s Foundation. The event, which is free of charge, will be held from 1 to 10 p.m. on Saturday, March 10, at the Center of the Universe Brewing Company in Ashland. Each year, this St. Baldrick’s team -- named after a Center of
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on the software so that we can use this technology across the community and share this resource with partner organizations. We want you to make smart, informed decisions before you get on the road after having a drink.
the Universe Brewing Company beer (El Duderino) -- partners with COTU to raise money for the annual shave event at the Church Hill Irish Festival. The festival has welcomed St. Baldrick’s ambassadors and participants for 13 years to host a show of solidarity for cancer patients: a community head-shaving. While the shaving is just one part of the big Irish Festival, it means a great deal to those who participate. The El Balderinos are just
one of many teams that participate each year. They are made up of “COTU Satellites,” a group of beer enthusiasts who use COTU as their hub. The team started with just one Satellite: Bridgette Francine Kelly. Her efforts began in 2014 when, as a first year “Shavee,” she stopped into the brewery to celebrate her inaugural shearing. The Satellites and COTU crew were there to congratulate her and were inspired by her dedi-
Want to learn more about drinking and driving, Hanover Cares or our Intoxiclock Pro software? Visit us at www. hanover-cares.org or contact me at 804-564- 6119. Mark your calendar for the upcoming events or prevention observances: March 15 -- Hanover Cares Coalition Meeting, 4:30 to 6 p.m. at New Hanover
Presbyterian Church at10058 Chamberlayne Rd. in Mechanicsville. March 21 -- Kick Butts Day-- https://www.kickbuttsday.org/ March 22 -- Hidden in Plain Sight, 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the First Baptist Church Ashland at 800 Thompson St. in Ashland. Register at https:// tinyurl.com/HIPS322.
cation and passion. The team has grown every year since. Last year the team raised $20,552 and was the second highest fundraisers at the festival. Their team leader Bridgette raised $10,347 and was awarded the medal as the highest individual fundraiser.
The event will include: live music all day from The Satellite Jam Band, Gift Horse, VEXINE, The Royal We RVA, and Something Shiny Band; a huge silent auction (all proceeds benefit St. Baldrick’s); $2,000 worth of raffle prizes (all proceeds benefit St. Baldricks);
food trucks: Grandpa Eddie’s Alabama Ribs & BBQ and Freekin’ Rican (a portion of food sales from Freekin’ Rican will benefit St. Baldrick’s); and limited Irish Beer Release -100% of this beer’s sales from the event will go to the St. Baldrick’s charity.
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e was seated alone in the restaurant, looking up occasionally to see who was passing by his table. After I caught a second glance, I knew what I had to do: Pay for his meal. There wasn’t any hesitation on my part -- and I had no idea what he had chosen for his late lunch/early dinner. All I knew was that I was going to pay for it, as well as tip his server. Maybe it’s the writer in me but I tend to consider the back story when I see someone alone, with the hope that they aren’t lonely. While I nearly teared up trying to piece togeth-
er in my mind what his circumstances might be, my heart got the message loud and clear from the Lord. And, despite any emotions tied to my wandering mind about this man and his life, I received an incredible blessing for that decision. I don’t know what was said to him when it came time to pay for his meal, but I do know you can’t put a price tag on the joy it brought to me. We all hear the term “Pay it forward.” Well, how many of us actually live by those words? This recent incident convinced me that I need to spread kindness as often as possible. God is good to me, I don’t do without, and helping others should be a priority for all of us. What makes this story more personal to me is the fact that until my father died in 1992 I was a
very self-absorbed person. Not particularly pleasant either. His sudden death changed me for the better. He gave back to his church, his family and his community. The reality of his passing erased any self-centered notions I had. I am blessed to have a job I enjoy and working with people who are like family. Mom and I have a good life here, with extended family in the area. When Dad would address men’s meetings at our home church, he would often tell the group to take their wives out for a good dinner and tip the server well. I’d like to think some of his generosity finally landed on his youngest daughter. Pay it forward -- you’ll be glad you did.
Artist’s story proves it is in the eye of the beholder By Jim Ridolphi for The Hanover Local When it comes to art, I know what I like but have no idea why, or the theory that prompted the result. On the rare occasions when I do find myself in a gallery setting, I approach the viewing casually, usually gravitating to the works that appeal to me on a visual level. I do know enough to realize the real beauty of some of the greatest works are hidden in the stories of the men and women who created them,
and knowing the artist offers a new appreciation of their work. When I heard the story of Emery Blagdon, I was intrigued by both his work and, probably more importantly, his life. To those who knew Emery, describing him as an artist seems appropriate, but not exactly accurate when considering his creations, a collection of unique items that he called his “pretties.” Blagdon ended his education at an eighth grade level and spent the
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formative years of his life traveling and working a number of jobs, mostly at sawmills on the West Coast. News from his Nebraska home was usually bad, and Blagdon eventually lost two of his siblings to cancer. He returned to his farm near North Platte, and began a simplistic existence that centered on self-reliance, and Blagdon was often seen tending to his two enormous gardens. When he wasn’t working his hands in soil, Blagdon retreated to a small shed adjacent to his barn
where he created what he described as magnetic machines with mystical healing powers. The eccentric inventor and artist designed and manufactured more than 400 pieces, each strategically located in the small shack alongside a multitude of Christmas lights, aluminum foil and other reflective items. Blagdon’s relatives would often visit and marvel at his healing machine. To others in town, the eccentric recluse was somewhat of a see ARTISTS pg. 11
An all-you-can-eat Salt Fish Breakfast will be hosted by Independence Ruritan Club from 6:45 to 8:45 a.m. at 14033 Independence Rd. in Ashland. The event will benefit Hanover Safe Place. 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 Independence Christian Church, off Route 54. For more information, call 804-798-6579.
Tuesday, March 13 The Mechanicsville Chapter 5407 of AARP will meet from 10 a.m. to noon at the Episcopal Church of the Creator at 7159 Mechanicsville Tpk. in Mechanicsville. Debbie Thompson of ClearCaptions will describe a phone available to hard of hearing seniors that has a text screen to assist the hearing impaired. Lunch will be served. All national members of AARP are invited. For more information, call Larry Gooss at 804-839-2347.
Saturday, March 17 An all-you-can-eat Salt Fish Breakfast will be served from 6 to 9 a.m. at the Doswell Ruritan Club at 16433 N. Washington Hwy. in Doswell. The breakfast will include scrambled eggs, bacon, potatoes, spiced apples, biscuits, cornbread, coffee and juice. Take-outs are available. The price is $9 for adults and $4 for ages 4 to 10.
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The Hanover Concert Band rehearses from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. every Tuesday, mid-January through midDecember, 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 non-string instrument. High school students are welcome with parents’ permission. For more information, visit www. hanoverconcertband.org or call 804789-0536.
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Main Street Association and the Ashland Theatre Foundation that are committed to keeping Ashland business friendly and a great place to live. Pursuing minimally destructive, long-term alternatives to projected rail
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town where the High Speed Rail and different track construction ideas were presented and discussed. “The town council worked hard at these meetings to help protect Ashland from potentially destructive track upgrades, and their leadership served as an example for me as I decided to throw my hat into the ring and run for Town Council,” he added.. Cook said he believes in:
ous offices. Activities include legislative sessions, court proceedings, law enforcement presentations, assemblies plus band, chorus and sports recreational programs. Interested students are urged to visit the Boys and Girls State websites at www. vaboysstate.org and www.vagirlsstate.org Applications are available by contacting American Legion Post 175, www.post175. org click on “Youth Citizenship” or by contacting Betty Flippo, Girls State coordinator, at 804-746-3440 or Harold Padgett, Boys State coordinator, at 804-550-0330. Applications also may be available from your school counselors or Social Studies Department at the Hanover County high schools. The deadline to submit an application is Friday, March 23.
means was reported in the 9400 block of Atlee Station Road, Mechanicsville.
value, not from a person, was reported in the 8400 block of Walnut Grove Road, Mechanicsville.
SHERIFF’S $500 in the 16200 block of Washington Highway, Doswell.
senior as of the end of the current school year. Students who do not attend a Hanover County high School, but reside in a Hanover County high school district also may apply. Scholarships include complete tuition, room and board for the entire week. The American Legion Boys State and Girls State are among the most respected educational programs of government instruction for high school students. Each participant becomes a part of the operation of his or her local, county and state government. Participants are exposed to the rights and privileges, the duties and the responsibilities of a franchised citizen. The training is objective and practical with city, county and state governments operated by the students elected to the vari-
Colonial Estates Circle, Mechanicsville.
Possession of Schedule I and II controlled substances was reported in the 7300 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.
Convicted felon (non-violent) possessing firearm was reported in the 15100 block of Brown Pleasants Road/ Mountain Road, Montpelier.
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Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 3700 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.
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traffic increases anticipated by DC2RVA that threaten to destroy the downtown and split the community. In 1982, Hodges and his wife and two sons moved to Ashland. His sons attended Henry Clay Elementary School, Gandy Elementary School, Liberty Middle School and Patrick Henry High School.
He worked in local government, including 16 years as Planning Director and 12 years as Deputy County Administrator for Hanover County, retiring in 2010. Hodges is an active member of community groups, including Ashland Kiwanis, Ashland Museum, Hanover Habitat for Humanity and Ashland Christian Church.
Continuing to monitor the decisions being made in regards to train track upgrades in order to protect Ashland from potentially destructive decisions. Promoting a business friendly climate in order to attract new businesses and keep already successful businesses in town. Bringing in new businesses that can provide jobs for our citizens.1 Being economically responsible with the town’s money in regards to tax burden and town projects.
Continuing the strong sense of community in the town (upgrading the town pool and responsibly monitoring the finalization of the Ashland Theater renovations). Strategic and careful land development in Ashland. Finding ways to involve everyone in Ashland in community events. As a member of Ashland Town Council, Cook said he will strive to work not as a politician, but as a representative to all Ashlanders.
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MECHANICSVILLE -Hanover County Parks and Recreation invites runners and walkers, both with and without their canine companions, to register for the Pooch Pursuit 5K Run/2K Walk on Saturday, April 21, at Pole Green Park. The deadline to register is Wednesday, April 18, but don’t delay as the first 100 registered participants will receive a t-shirt and pet friendly goodie bag. Registration fees are $30 for each 5K runner and $15 for each 2K walker. Runners and walkers are welcome to participate with their canine companion at no additional cost. Awards will be presented to 5K runners in overall team (runner and canine) and individual (runner only) and age categories. Everyone, including runners and walkers are encouraged to stay for this special event honoring K9 heroes and companions.
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K9 Heroes Day, featuring the Pooch Pursuit 5K Run/2K Walk, will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Pole Green Park.
The event will highlight a variety of pet-friendly vendors, amazing demonstrations and K9 Fun Zone filled with activities and games. K9 Heroes Day, featuring the Pooch Pursuit 5K Run/2K Walk, will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Pole Green Park. The event is free to attend and is family-friendly. All dogs must remain on a secure lease and have current license and rabies vaccination. For more information, contact Hanover County Parks and Recreation at 804365-7150 or parksandrec@ hanovercounty.gov. Information submitted by Marcy G. Durrer, recreation program director, Hanover County Parks and Recreation.
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Call and Cox win titles in Hanover Idols 2018 event Staff Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND – Who is the best talent in Hanover County? The junior and adult versions of Hanover Idols 2018 took to the stage of the Hanover Arts and Activities Center on Sunday, March 4, for the evenyear competitions. Jason Call captured the adult title, while Madison Cox won for the juniors. Participating in this year’s competitions were: Adults: Julia Kinder, Karis Adam, Jason Call, Annie Photos courtesy of Lorie Foley The finalists in the Hanover Idols Juniors competition were, above, from left, front, Molly Strange-Boston, Ben Overby, Layla Morris Duncan, Meredith Elliot, Faith
Gitchell, Alena Hicks, Sydney Johnson, Kennedy O’Hanley, Roger Reynolds, James Watson and Lisa Williams. Runner-up is Ella Lauritzen. Juniors: Rebekah Blackburn, Autumn Just, Iris Leffler, Sophie Lynn, Ben Overby, Samantha Slopey, Molly Strange-Boston, Savannah Whitley, Layla Morris, Nicholas Bannon, Madison Cox and Lauren Moncure. Runner-up is Daniella Macklin-Soto. All proceeds from the Idols shows benefit HAAC, a nonprofit organization.
and Iris Leffler, and, back row, Nicholas Bannon, Samantha Slopey, Sophie Lynn, Madison Cox, Autumn Just, Lauren Moncure and Savannah Whitley. Below, the Hanover Idols finalist were, from left, front row, Karis Adam, Julia Kinder, Roger Reynolds and Kennedy O’Hanley, and, back row, Lisa Williams, Alena Hicks, James Watson, Annie Duncan, Jason Call, Meredith Elliott, Sydney Johnson and Faith Gitchell.
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Hanover Habitat celebrates 63rd home Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND -- Hanover Habitat for Humanity’s 63rd home has been under construction for five months and is now complete. Shera Glasco, a single mother of two daughters, purchased the home and is excited to move in. Shera has lived in Hanover County her entire life and said she loves that she has the opportunity to stay here and raise her girls. Her family was living in overcrowded conditions, making it difficult to give her daughters a stable learning and growing environment. Shera said she is “incredibly thankful” for this opportunity to give her girls stability and a place to call home. She actively built this home alongside other volunteers and saw her dream of homeownership come to life. Her home has three beds and two baths, nestled on about one acre across from a farm with a lake and livestock. After five months of hard work, and completing over 200 hours of sweat equity, Shera can officially call it home. Shera’s house was dedicated on Monday, Feb. 5, with her family and friends, Hanover Habitat staff and board members, sponsors, donors, as well as many volunteers who helped build the home. A “Thank you” was extended to the United States Department of Agriculture which helped finance Shera’s home. Beth Green, USDA state director, was in attendance with several colleagues to celebrate
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tolerated oddity, and he made lifelong friends, most of them boasting at least one visit to the machine. Dan Dryden ran a small family pharmacy in North Platte, and encountered Emery when he entered the store and inquired about acquiring some “elements” for his machine. He explained his theory to Dryden, a somewhat muddled approach to energy fields and the gravitational pull of the moon. The pharmacist became good friends with Emery and supplied the elements he requested. Dryden moved away about a year later and pursued a dream of becoming a sound engineer in New York City, a path he credits to Emery’s insistence that people follow their dream. Years later, Dryden returned to Nebraska
the partnership and to see the finished product. USDA sent several volunteers during construction to help complete the home as well. Hamilton Beach donated multiple small appliances to help get Shera started in her new kitchen. They also sent volunteers to help with construction. Cake Art Divas provided a cake which everyone enjoyed. Thanks were extended to all who came out for the dedication. The attendance was described as “a true representation of how a community can come together and support a family.” Without volunteer labor, Shera would not have been able to purchase her home at an affordable cost. During the ceremony, she said, “I am blessed, and I will continue helping others who are also able to purchase a home through Hanover Habitat.” Shera has already started to help Hanover Contributed photo Habitat’s 64th homeowner, Kimberley Shuler. Beth Green, State Director of USDG Rural Development with homeowner, Shera Glasco and her Her foundation has been laid and builders are daughters in front of their home. in active construction. Habitat homeowners help build their own About USDA homes alongside volunteers and pay an affordAbout Hanover Habitat for Humanity USDA Rural Development provides loans Hanover Habitat for Humanity was formed able mortgage. With Habitat’s help, Habitat and grants to help expand economic opportuin 1990 by a committed group of Hanover homeowners achieve the strength, stability and nities and create jobs in rural areas. This assiscitizens who wanted to provide safe and afford- independence they need to build a better life for tance supports infrastructure improvements; able housing in Hanover County. Since that themselves and their families. Hanover Habitat business development; housing; community time Hanover Habitat has built homes for 63 for Humanity is an Equal Opportunity Housing services such as schools, public safety and families. People in the community and all over Agency, and an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative health care; and high-speed internet access in the world partner with Habitat for Humanity Action Employer. To learn more about the orga- rural areas. For more information, visit www. rd.usda.gov. to build or improve a place they can call home. nization, visit www.hanoverhfh.org. and learned of Emery’s death in 1996. The fate of the farm, and the shack containing the machine, hinged on a hastily scheduled auction to settle an estate left behind without the guidance of a will. Dryden knew the years of work that resulted in Emery’s pieces, and placed one of only two bids on the collection. He won and, for the next 18 years, he exhibited the machine around the United States and the globe. Enter the Kohler Arts Museum in Wisconsin, which offered to take the collection and display it in a permanent location, ensuring the work would stand the test of time and be available to millions of viewers. It’s a far cry from anything Emery envisioned, who described himself as an inventor, not an artist. But the works speak to a simplistic mastery of a medium, rough and unspecific, yet symmetrical and balanced.
As I viewed a PBS special telling Blagdon’s story and showing many of his works, I quickly realized the attraction and there was something about the machine that at least enlightened in an almost mood-changing fashion. Maybe, that’s what good art does — reaches out and shakes your senses. But, the real magic of the story was the man himself. Creative people around the globe search lifetimes to find their voice, their unique niche in a world of overused, non-original competitors. It’s a place many artists strive to achieve, but few actually realize. Emery found his voice in the years he worked on his pretties and constructed his healing machine. Appreciating his work and the unique style he achieved is one thing, but the real beauty for me as I looked at the works was the man behind the efforts. It’s inspiring that the works were produced
minus financial or personal gain, with no intention of recognition or worldly achievement. I suppose it’s truly art for the sake of art, created for the purest of reasons. Experts will tell you there’s no real healing power in Emery’s reconstructed machine as it attracts thousands of visitors each year, but everyone who experiences it comes away changed, some for minutes, others for a lifetime. Now I’m not sure about the magnetic fields, or the therapeutic value of Emery’s machine, but I can attest that the work does have power and influence. And when I look at it, it makes me feel better and maybe that’s the real healing power in his work. Learn more about Emery’s work and view his machine at www.pbs.org/program/emeryblagdon-healing-machine/ or www.kohlerfoundation.org/preservation/major-collections/ emery-blagdon/.
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R-MC falls in 2nd round of NCAA tourney By Adam Culler Richmond Times-Dispatch ASHLAND – Coming into the season, Randolph-Macon coach Carroll LaHaye had plenty of questions about what to expect from a team returning so little experience and only one senior. Picked to finish fourth in the preseason in the Old Dominion Athletic Conference, the Yellow Jackets outperformed all expectations with a 23-win season and an ODAC tournament title. Though the Yellow Jackets’ season ended Saturday with an 84-58 loss against Christopher Newport at Crenshaw Gymnasium in the second round of the NCAA Division III tournament, LaHaye had plenty to reflect on after another banner-raising season. “We did have some adversity in the beginning of the season, but we had 10 strong young women that stuck with us, and we went with that,” LaHaye said. “They believed in it, we believed in it, and we pushed them. “There are a lot of players that go through the ODAC that wish they could win an ODAC championship, and for this young squad to have won one this early in their careers says a lot.” Coming into the game, Randolph-Macon was aware of CNU’s pressure defense, as the
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said. “We just came out and punched them in the mouth with our defense.” The Yellow Jackets had 31 turnovers. And while Williams and Charlotte Woods had their way in the paint, combining for
ASHLAND – Jayla Wade scored all 12 of her points in the second quarter to spark a 25-4 run to end the first half, and Randolph-Macon’s women’s basketball team advanced past Valley Forge in the Ashland Regional of the Division III NCAA tournament Friday with a 67-56 win at Crenshaw Gymnasium. After a shaky start that saw Valley Forge dictate play with a 5-0 lead from the opening tip, the Yellow Jackets eased in with a Kelsey Wisner 3-pointer that drew back iron and dropped in – a sign of things to come later in the half for Macon. Charlotte Woods gave Randolph-Macon its first lead of the contest at 12-11, and the Yellow Jackets traded leads five times with the Patriots, who built a 20-16 lead with 7:50 to
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Randolph-Macon’s Kelly Williams (50) takes the ball from Christopher Newport’s Sam Porter during the Captains’ 84-58 victory over the host Yellow Jackets in the second round of the NCAA Division III women’s basketball tournament Saturday.
Captains force an average of 30.4 turnovers. It was evident from the gun that the preparation the Yellow Jackets went through wasn’t enough following the one-day turnaround after defeating Valley Forge on Friday. “It is hard to simulate,” soph-
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omore center Kelly Williams said of the Captains’ defense. “Our team isn’t full of players that are that fast, we’re full of players that play with our heart and go out there every night and just do what we can do.” The Captains got out to a 7-0 lead and never trailed.
By the time it was 11-2, LaHaye had already called two timeouts as her team made just one basket to go along with six turnovers in the first four minutes. “I think that was the key to the game today,” Christopher Newport guard Bailey Dufrene
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play in the second quarter. From that point in the half, it was all Randolph-Macon as Wade spurred the 25-4 run with 12 points, including a bankedin 3-pointer that sent a rowdy crowd at Crenshaw Gym into exaltation. The Yellow Jackets drilled four 3-pointers during the run. Wade led a rare departure from Randolph-Macon’s regular reliance on Kelly Williams with her 12 points, and the Yellow Jackets had four players in double figures with Woods adding 13 points and Wisner 11. “With a taller post player [in Valley Forge forward Jhanel Brown] that we usually don’t have, we had to obviously step up, and the shots were there in their zone,” Wade said. “It was just a matter of believing in the shot and taking it.” The Yellow Jackets were content to trade baskets with the Patriots for most of the second half with a lead reaching as high as 21 points. But as Valley Forge threatened with a late run and cut the lead to 60-47 with 6:40 to play, RandolphMacon called on Williams to put the game away. Williams struggled for the better part of the contest on 6-of-21 shooting as she was stifled by opposing center Jhanel Brown, who had 14 blocks in the contest. Brown finished with a triple-double with 12 points and 18 rebounds to go with her blocks total. But Williams got the last word, as she made a shot while
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35 points on 13-of-23 shooting, it was the full-court pressure that buried R-MC’s youthful backcourt. Williams scored 21 points
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University of Valley Forge forward Jhanel Brown (23) gets one of her 14 blocks at the expense of RandolphMacon guard Becca Arrington (4) in the Yellow Jackets’ 67-56 victory over the visiting Patriots Friday.
getting fouled by Brown and made the free throw with 6:28 to play to quell the Valley Forge comeback attempt and seal the win. Williams, the leading scorer in Division III, finished with 17 points and 17 rebounds. Her 17 points were enough to set a single-season ODAC record for points with 715, eclipsing former Randolph-Macon guard Megan Silva’s 714 in the 200506 season. With the win, RandolphMacon advanced to an allVirginia matchup against Christopher Newport, which defeated Haverford 63-50 in the other Ashland Regional game. Micah Maloney and Kiana Kirkland scored 12 points apiece for the Captains, Anitra Thomas added 11 more, and CNU cruised past Haverford College (21-7). Adam Culler can be reached at aculler@timesdispatch.com. VALLEY FORGE (15-9) — A. Brown 15, Cortes 12, Mayforth 12, J. Brown 12, Conrad 2, Faison 0, Lesueur 0, Hess 1, Walker 2. Totals 19 15-17 56. RANDOLPH-MACON (23-5) — Wisner 11, Woods 13, Wade 12, Reynolds 5, Williams 17, Arrington 7, Green 0, Zimmerman 0, Knobloch 0, Shumate 2. Totals 25 10-15 67. Valley Forge 13 11 18 14 — 56 R-MC 12 29 17 9 — 67 3-point goals — VF: A. Brown, Cortes, Mayforth; R-MC: Wisner 3, Wade 3, Arrington.
to go with 15 rebounds, the final chapter of a season that has her in contention for national player of the year honors. She finishes the season leading the country in scoring and will likely finish second in rebounding average. “I certainly think she has
Dealership raises funds for Ashland LL ASHLAND – Luck Chevrolet is partnering with the Ashland Little League Baseball. Luck Chevrolet has joined forces with the national Chevrolet Youth Baseball program to provide new equipment, invitations to free instructional clinics, and an opportunity for community members to earn donations for their league via a Test Drive fundraiser. “Playing the game of baseball helps kids develop skills like leadership, cooperation and sportsmanship while bringing families and communities together to show their support. Luck
the statistics, and I think that she deserves several looks (for player of the year,” LaHaye said. Williams said all year statistics meant very little to her. What was important was raising a banner at Crenshaw Gymnasium — something to build on for her final two years.
Chevrolet and Chevrolet Youth Baseball are proud to participate in a sport that brings so many smiles to kids and families in Ashland,” said Ross Luck, general manager for Luck Chevrolet. “Chevrolet believes that in sports, there are unique possibilities and supports the spirit of teamwork that baseball instills in its players.” This year, 2018, marks the Chevrolet’s Youth Baseball program’s 13th year, and since its introduction has helped aid local teams, benefiting more than 12.4 million young people in communities where Chevrolet’s cus-
“We only have one senior, so next year, we’re all going to be back, and we’re going to be better, hopefully, than we are now,” Williams said. “Maybe we’ll win another ODAC championship or maybe we’ll get to host [an NCAA regional] again.”
tomers live, work and play. In 2017, more than 1,500 Chevrolet dealers participated across the country. Luck Chevrolet will present an equipment kit that includes useful items such as batpacks, scorebooks, industrial-strength batting tees, ball buckets and T-shirts. The sponsorship also includes youth clinics featuring current and former MLB/ MiLB players and coaches, or instructors from Ripken Baseball. In addition, Luck Chevrolet will present a check representing a onetime monetary contribu-
tion to Ashland Little League Baseball. Sponsored leagues across the country will have the chance to earn additional funds as community members take test drives at their partnering dealership to help support the league. In addition to its commitment to youth baseball, Chevrolet also is the Official Vehicle of Major League Baseball. For more information about Chevrolet Youth Baseball, please visit its web site at: www.chevrolet.com/ youthsports.com. — Contributed content
RANDOLPH-MACON (23-6) Adam Culler can be reached — Wisner 6, Woods 14, Wade 7, at aculler@timesdispatch.com. CHRISTOPHER NEWPORT (25-4) — Tannor 7, Dufrene 16, Fancher 5, Porter 19, Maloney 2, Wright 2, Kirkland 6, Bonivel 2, Byrd 7, Howdyshell 2, Norman 2, Daguilh 7, Thomas 7, Carroll 0, Hodges 0. Totals 33 12-19 84.
Reynolds 0, Williams 21, Arrington 6, Green 0, Zimmerman 0, Knobloch 1, Shumate 3. Totals 19 16-28 58. CNU 25 22 17 20 — 84 R-MC 14 17 18 9 — 58 3-point goals — CNU: Thomas 2, Tannor, Fancher, Porter, Byrd; RMC: Arrington 2, Wisner, Wade.
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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Planning Commission has set Thursday, March 15, 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: CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM
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 2.49 acres. (PUBLIC HEARING) CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
CUP-1-18, CHRISTOPHER W. HARVEY Request(s) a Conditional Use Permit in accordance with Section 26-130.4 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit used automobile sales on GPINs 8704-830911 and 8704-73-9878, consisting of approximately 0.43 acres (CUP area is limited to 0.3 acres), zoned B-3, General Business District, and located on the west line of Mechanicsville Turnpike (U.S. Route 360) approximately 170 feet north of its intersection with Elm Drive (State Route REZONINGS 1108) in the MECHANICSVILLE MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. The subject property is designated on the General Land Use C-31-06(c), AM. 1-18, ARLENE AND FRED SAUNDERS Plan Map as Mixed Use (High Commercial/Low Residential). Request(s) an amendment to the conceptual (PUBLIC HEARING) plan and proffers approved with rezoning request C-31-06(c), Mary Wells, on GPIN 7841-29-6289, consisting ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS of 5.4 acres, zoned AR-6(c), Agricultural Residential District with conditions, and located on the east line of Scotchtown ORDINANCE 18-03, EQUIPMENT STORAGE YARDS Road (State Route 621) approximately 0.28 miles south of AN ORDINANCE to amend the Hanover County Code, its intersection with Three Oaks Lane (State Route 1030) in Chapter 26, Zoning Ordinance, Section 26-20, Conditional the SOUTH ANNA MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. The proposed Uses in the A-1 Agricultural District; to remove the zoning amendment would amend the cash proffer and limitation in the A-1 District regulations which provide that modify the location of the proffered driveway. (PUBLIC a contractor’s equipment storage yard is allowed only as HEARING) part of a commercial landscaping operation as is currently allowed, and to allow contractor’s equipment storage yards with a Conditional Use Permit in the A-1 District as a C-14-17(c), PEARL J. HARRIS Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District to principal or accessory use. RS(c), Single-Family Residential District with conditions, on (PUBLIC HEARING) GPIN 7788-97-7837, consisting of approximately 1.0 acre, and located at the southwest corner of the intersection ORDINANCE 18-04, PLACES OF WORSHIP of Johnson Town Road (State Route 755) and Ashcake AN ORDINANCE to amend the provisions of the Hanover Road (State Route 657) in the ASHLAND MAGISTERIAL County Code, Chapter 26, Zoning Ordinance, related to the DISTRICT. The subject property is designated on the location of, and other regulations applicable to, places of General Land Use Plan Map as Suburban General (1.5-3.0 worship, as follows: units per acre). The proposed zoning amendment would 1. By amending Section 26-6, to provide a permit the creation of one (1) building lot for a gross density definition of “place of worship”; of two (2) dwelling units per acre. (PUBLIC HEARING) 2. By amending Section 26-18 and Section 26-33, to provide that places of worship are permitted by right in the A-1 Agricultural District and the AR-6 C-27-17(c), STEPHANIE W. ROEDER AND DEBORAH S. BAIRD Agricultural Residential District on parcels or lots Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District, to that are (a) two (2) acres or greater in size and (b) AR-6(c), Agricultural Residential District with conditions, not located within recorded subdivisions containing on GPIN 8735-18-9556, consisting of approximately 4.98 three or more lots; acres, and located on the south line of Pole Green Road (State Route 627) approximately 0.30 miles east of its 3. By amending Section 26-20 to provide that places intersection with Walnut Grove Road (State Route 615) in of worship are permitted on parcels or lots less than The Hanover County Planning Commission has scheduled a Work Session at 6:00 P.M. and Public Hearing at 7:00 P.M. to review the proposed FY 2019 through FY 2023 Capital Improvements Program (CIP), as recommended by the County Administrator, and to consider adoption of a resolution setting forth the Planning Commission’s recommendations concerning the CIP. (PUBLIC HEARING)
two (2) acres in size, or in recorded subdivisions containing three or more lots, in the A-1 Agricultural District with a Conditional Use Permit; 4. By amending Section 26-35 to provide that places of worship are permitted in a recorded subdivision of three (3) or more lots in the AR-6 Agricultural Residential District with a Conditional Use Permit; 5. By amending Section 26-45 to provide that places of worship are permitted in the RC Rural Conservation District with a Conditional Use Permit; 6. By amending Section 26-88, to clarify that places of worship are permitted in the MX Mixed Use District with a Conditional Use Permit; 7. By amending Section 26-107 and Section 26-110, to provide that places of worship are permitted by right in the B-1 Neighborhood Business District and, by reference, in the B-2 Community Business District, the B-3 General Business District, and the OS Office/ Service District; 8. By amending Section 26-163, Section 26165, Section 26-172, Section 26-174, and Section 26-183, to provide that places of worship shall only be permitted in the M-1 Limited Industrial District, the M-2 Light Industrial District, and the M-3 Heavy Industrial District with a Conditional Use Permit; and 9. By amending Section 26-24, lot size requirements in the A-1 District; Section 26-39, density requirements and lot size requirements in the AR-6 District; Section 26-59, conditional uses in the RS, Single-Family Residential District; Section 26-72, conditional uses in the RM Multi-Family Residential District; Section 26-243, regulations applicable to side yards; Section 26-248, modification of height regulations; Section 26-251, parking requirements; Section 26274, general requirements for signs in the residential districts; Section 26-295, regulations applicable to cemeteries; and Section 26-317, uses and activities which require a site plan; to replace references to churches, rectories, parish houses, convents, monasteries, temples, synagogues and other similar terms to “place of worship”. (PUBLIC HEARING) ORDINANCE 18-05, STANDARDS FOR HOME OCCUPATIONS AN ORDINANCE to amend the Hanover County Code, Chapter 26, Zoning Ordinance, Section 26-279, standards for home occupations, to provide greater flexibility on conditions related to the floor area, the number of nonresident employees, the number of required parking spaces, and the permitted vehicles for such use. (PUBLIC HEARING)
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CancerLINC receives $5K grant from Dominion Energy Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com RICHMOND -- CancerLINC, a nonprofit organization established to connect cancer patients and their families with legal assistance as well as financial and community resources, has received a $5,000 grant from the Dominion Energy Charitable
Foundation, the charitable arm of Dominion Energy. The funds will be used to support CancerLINC’s core services, which are provided at no charge, throughout 2018. According to Denise Kranich, executive director of CancerLINC and a cancer survivor herself, the organization primarily serves the City of Richmond, Petersburg, Hopewell,
Colonial Heights, and the 13 surrounding counties of Amelia, Caroline, Charles City, Chesterfield, Dinwiddie, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, King William, New Kent, Powhatan, Prince George, and Sussex. “We link cancer patients with our 200 pro bono volunteer attorneys and financial consultants to alleviate many of the legal and financial burdens that
can keep cancer patients from focusing on battling the disease and recovering. Each year, we help about 600 people with 1,000 different issues,” she said. CancerLINC is headquartered in Chesterfield County. For more information, visit cancerlinc.org. As part of its ongoing commitment to communities, Dominion Energy
launched the new year with more than $1 million in Critical Community Needs grants to help feed, shelter and care for people in need across the company’s footprint. Donations were shared by 161 nonprofit organizations providing critical community services in 11 states. For more information, visit dominionenergy.com.
Nancy Ross Hugo to speak about Trolley Line today
Photos submitted by Nancy Hugo
Looking north along the Trolley Line Trail, Oct . 1, 2016. Right: RichmondAshland Railway fares.
Photos by Betty LaPlace
Giesela Carson and Nancy Ross Hugo looking at plants along the Trolley Line Trail.
Nancy Ross Hugo will discuss the Trolley Line trail, “One Wild Mile: The History and Natural Beauty of the Ashland Trolley Line,” at 7 p.m. today (Wednesday, March 7) at the Ashland Library. The Ashland Museum and the Ashland Library are partnering for the program. The event is free of charge and open to the public.
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