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Bear Island site gets new life with Canadian firm By Jim Ridolphi for Ashland-Hanover Local

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The Bear Island paper mill is located just south of the Kings Dominion theme park in northern Hanover County.

HANOVER -- When Bear Island closed the doors at its Hanover County facility more than a year ago, the economic loss for the county was significant. But, the real impact was felt by the 165 employees who lost their well-paying jobs. An upcoming announcement by Gov. Ralph Northam is breathing new life into the shuttered plant and bringing some of those jobs back to Hanover County. Cascades Inc. of Canada announced

plans this week to invest $275 million to open the first pulp production facility in the United States. The company’s website provides insight regarding the scope of their operations. “Founded in 1964, Cascades produces, converts and markets packaging and tissue products that are composed mainly of recycled fibres. The Company employs 11,000 employees, who work in more than 90 production units located in North America and Europe.” When the Bear Island site on Old Ridge Road closed in 2017, officials of

parent company White Birch Paper cited declining demand for their main product, newsprint. The plant produced more than 240,000 metric tons of pulp-based newsprint annually. Gov. Northam said, “This major investment and the 140 jobs it will create is a major win for Hanover County and the Commonwealth of Virginia. International companies continue to choose the Commonwealth for its world-class workforce and outstanding infrastructure. The see BEAR ISLAND, pg. 5 Jim Ridolphi for Ashland-Hanover Local

Roger Bourassa, left, and Bob Hundley were chosen by their fellow Hanover County School Board members on July 10 to serve as vice chair and chair for the 2018-2019 year. Melody Kinser/The Local

A fundraising project is underway to purchase equipment to attract children ages 5 to 12 years old to Kiwanis Pufferbelly Park in Ashland.

Kiwanis, town raising funds for park equipment By Melody Kinser Managing Editor ASHLAND – With a goal of attracting children in the 5- to 12-yearold range to the Kiwanis Pufferbelly Park, the Kiwanis Club of Ashland and the Town of Ashland are raising money to purchase equipment for that

age group. The park is located at 601 England St. in Ashland. On Thursday, Kiwanian Ranny Robertson, Ashland Clerk Joseph Collins and Ann Martin explained the joint venture. Suz Morrison also is working with them to get the funds. see PUFFERBELLY, pg. 4

Hundley and Bourassa elected to lead school board in the new year By Jim Ridolphi for Ashland-Hanover Local ASHLAND -- Hanover County School Board members turned to a familiar face to lead the panel for the upcoming year. Bob Hundley was selected as chair during the June 10 regular reorganization session. First appointed in 2004, the Chickahominy District representative accepted a third turn with the

gavel and has served as vice chair several times during his tenure. Current vice chair Roger Bourassa, Mechanicsville District, was selected to fill a second term in that position. Hundley thanked his fellow board members for their unanimous vote of support. Following the meeting, he identified several areas see HUNDLEY, pg. 8

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Bike Walk Hanover hosts event in town Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND -- Bike Walk Hanover recently hosted its first National Bike Month event in the Town of Ashland. This event was part of the 5th Annual RVA Bike Month organized by Bike Walk RVA. The purpose was to showcase fun facts about Ashland in an active, non-competitive pace. This family-friendly event encouraged participants to bike, walk or run the 4.5mile course around Ashland’s main street corridor, and also encouraged support of local businesses by dining out and/ or shopping in the area after participants completed the course. Community partners included Ashland Main Street Association, Ashland Police Department, Ashland Parks & Recreation Committee, Hanover Arts & Activities Center, Ashland Library, Hanover County Black Heritage Society, Ashland Library, the Town of Ashland, and Bike Walk RVA.

Participants began their trip beside the tracks on Archie Cannon Drive, then headed south to the Visitors Center. Ashland Main Street Association mascots, Tender and Cinder, were on hand to greet participants. The course continued to the Hanover Arts & Activities Center where history-themed games were offered on the

Center’s lawn. The third stop highlighted Ashland’s seven town parks. The course concluded at the Ashland Library where Deborah Alsko, the

Backpack Storyteller, was on hand to take participants on a virtual ride via the magic of storytelling. “We are very pleased with the turnout for this event, and we are looking forward to hosting more events in our county in the future,” Bike Walk Hanover organizer and Ashland resident Judy Marston said. “Having great partners such as Bike Walk RVA, Ashland Main Street Association and the Police Department, as well as many volunteers, made this event a successful one.” Bike Walk Hanover is an advocacy group made up of local citizens who are passionate about biking, running, walking and active transport in Hanover County. The mission of Bike Walk Hanover is to create a safer, inclusive, connected community, and support active lifestyles across Hanover. This organization hopes to host a similar event annually in May. They also are planning more events in the county throughout the year. More information on Bike Walk Hanover can be found at www.bikewalkhanover.com and on Facebook @bikewalkhanover.

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Bike Walk Hanover received several Honorable Mentions at Bike Walk RVA's First Annual Bike Month Awards, including Honorable Mention for Best Bike Month Event (Ticket to Ride, which took place in Ashland) and for Bike Advocate of the Year. In addition to these awards, Bike Walk Hanover also celebrated its first year. Among the members of Bike Walk Hanover's team were Heather Allen, Judy Marston and Sheri Sullivan.

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June 16

Petit larceny, $200 not from a person, was reported in the 17000 block of Will James Lane, Montpelier.

Petit larceny from auto was reported in the 6300 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Simple assault was reported in the 7000 bloick of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $1,000, in the 17300 block of Mountain Road/Beaverdam Road, Montpelier.

Simple assault was reported in the 8200 block of Raven Run Drive, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 8300 block of Jane Lee Circle, Mechanicsville.

Petit larceny, $200 not from a person, was reported in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville. Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 17100 block of Mountain Road, Montpelier. Driver did not report an accident with damages, $500, in the 8200 block of Patrick Henry Boulevard, Mechanicsville.

Petit larceny, $200 not from a person, was reported in the 16000 block of Theme Park Way, Doswell.

Simple assault was reported in the 7200 block of Garden Park Lane, Mechanicsville.

Simple assault was reported in the 9000 block of Chamberlayne Avenue, Mechanicsville.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 7200 block of Cold Harbor Road, Mechanicsville.

Credit card fraud, $200 in six months, was reported in the 10300 block of Avenel Place, Mechanicsville.

Credit card fraud, $200 in six months, was reported in the 6400 block of Hanna Drive, Mechanicsville. Grand larceny, $200 or more not from a person, was reported in the 16000 block

June 19

Possession of Schedule I and II controlled substance was reported in the 7300 block of Pole Green Road, Mechanicsville.

Simple assault was reported in the 13500 block of Greenwood Road, Glen Allen.

Assault and battery, family member, was reported in the 7300 block of Hunterbrook Road, Glen Allen.

Firearms, regardless of value, not from a person, was reported in the 6200 block of Tammy Lane, Mechanicsville.

Driver did not report an accident, $500 in damages, in the 10100 block of Lakeridge Parkway, Ashland.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 7200 block of Ellerson Mill Circle, Mechanicsville.

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

Credit card fraud, $200 in six months, was reported in the 13100 block of Tower Road, Doswell.

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

Simple assault was reported in the 10400 block of Colonial Estates Circle, Glen Allen.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 16000 block of West Patrick Henry Road, Montpelier.

Reckless handling of a firearm was reported in the 9300 block of Gerljean Drive, Mechanicsville.

Petit larceny, $200 not from a person, was reported in the 16000 block of Theme Park Way, Doswell.

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June 17

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 8600 block of Sliding Hill Road, Ashland.

the 8200 block of Creekside Bluffs Lane, Mechanicsville.

Identity fraud use of identifying information to defraud was reported in the 5300 block of Via Farm Drive, Mechanicsville. Grand larceny, $200 or more not from a person, was reported in the 16000 block of Theme Park Way, Doswell.

Driver to report certain accidents in writing was reported in the 16300 block of Coatesville Road, Beaverdam. Breaking and entering occupied house to commit misdemeanor was reported in the 11100 block of Gould Hill Road, Hanover. Hit and run, personal injury, was reported in the 10400 block of Leadbetter Road, Ashland. Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 10400 block of Leadbetter Road, Ashland. Destruction of property, monument, was reported in

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OBITUARIES | Death Notices & Funerals FRANCES WOOLARD CAMPBELL Frances Woolard Campbell, 97, of Ashland, passed away on Sunday, July 8, 2018. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas C. Campbell Jr.; and her brother, James Woolard; a loving mother of Tom Campbell and his wife, Faye and Betty Cousins and her husband, Dick. She also is survived by CAMPBELL five grandchildren, 13

great-grandchildren; and a loving niece, Dianne Whitaker. She was a member of Immanuel Baptist Church. A graveside service was held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, July 12, 2018, in Riverview Cemetery. Bliley's-Staples Mill at 8510 Staples Mill Road was in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Bon Secours Hospice, 8580 Magellan Pkwy., #200, Richmond, VA 23227.

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Through the Kiwanis Charitable Foundation, Robertson said a grant of $10,000 was donated to the town’s Parks and Recreation Department for the addition to the park. While they continue to pursue funding avenues, Robertson emphasized that “This is really a Kiwanis effort.” “The mission of Kiwanis is serving the children of the world; here we’re serving the children of Ashland,” he said. “The idea here is to try to raise enough funds to get three pieces of equipment as the addition. We did some surveys of other schools, other towns, other locations that had children’s parks,” he added. Collins was at the Carter Park Pool on Saturday, June 9, to raise awareness of the fundraising project. He also took time to talk to kids going in and out of the pool, seeking their feedback on three different categories. The equipment the club and town are looking to buy “has motion, lots of physical activities for the kids, a lot of timing to it,” the three said.

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It incorporates two or three aspects in one piece of equipment.” “It is expensive, but it is quality,” they said. “It does a lot with providing the elements that we wanted for the older kids, with the idea that if we had something that was fun and challenging that they would come out of the house and leave the electronic equipment.”

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At this point, the Kiwanis Club and town have selected four pieces of equipment. While they realize they can’t purchase all four, they said they “certainly would like to buy two, like to push to get three.” Robertson noted that “The Town of Ashland has been gracious enough to rename the park to Kiwanis Pufferbelly Park.” With that branding, he said he hopes it will provide an incentive for new members to join the club. The club’s role in the fundraising project includes members donating through the Foundation. “Kiwanians were involved from the beginning when the park was established,” Martin said. “They purchased and installed the first playground equipment. Over the years, they have continued to be involved and have been over there and helped install some of the equipment that is there now.” Due to the club’s ongoing involvement over

his nephew, A. Austin Wallace IV (Nancy) of Beaverdam; his niece, Stefanie W. Mercier (Jared) of Arlington; great-niece, Emily E. Wallace; and great-nephew, Geoffrey G. Wallace. Special thanks to the neurological ICU at UVA Medical Center for their professionalism, expertise, care and support. A memorial celebration of John’s life will be held with friends and family at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made to the Humane Society/SPCA of Nelson County, 29 Stagebridge Road, Lovingston, VA 22949. Hill and Wood Funeral Service in Charlottesville is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.hillandwood.com. the years, Martin said, “Now we’re making the effort to address the older children. We need something more than slides or whatever; we need the equipment for the older children.” To acquire the particular piece of equipment wanted, an additional $10,000 to $15,000 is needed. Robertson said the Kiwanis Club wants to “make a good statement in this park so the town can be proud.” He said it is especially important to the club “because the town was so good to rename the park for the Kiwanis.” Martin said they want to provide “something for the kids that they will like, enjoy, and use. We’re trying to get the best that we can get.” “We’d like to have help,” Robertson added. He did say it is a “very, very nice piece of equipment.” The club and town representatives will meet on July 23 to make an award on the project. Having the needed funding is imperative to moving forward. According to the Town of Ashland website, https://www.town.ashland.va.us/, Kiwanis Pufferbelly Park is located on Randolph Street between England and Myrtle streets. The site was purchased in 1992 to build a police facility. The remaining acreage is fully developed, with playground equipment already in use. The “village green” was developed and a skate park was installed in the fall of 2004. Robertson said it is rare that he goes by the park “that somebody’s not there.” For those wishing to help the Kiwanis Club and the town reach the goal needed for the park equipment, donations may be sent to: Ashland Kiwanis Charitable Foundation, P.O. 2045 Ashland VA 23005. Robertson said contributions need to be earmarked for the playground or Pufferbelly Foundation.

‘Loving Critter Camp’ to begin July 23; limited space available appropriate lessons, crafts, and hands-on animal encounters that teach them respect and compassion for animal, and they also will learn how to

provide a lifetime of care for animals. During Camp, children will encounter all sorts of creatures, large and small, and will handle a wide variety of friendly pets. They will examine animals, both domestic and exotic, and learn what it takes to care for these animals as pets. The children will have the opportunity to meet individuals in the field such as animal trainers, animal handlers, etc., and will learn what it takes to work with these amazing

creatures as pets. Nestled on five acres, Hanover Humane’s facility has a full-service boarding and grooming kennel and a home equipped with a Wellness Clinic, a kennel, play yard, and wooded walking trails. Camp activities will be conducted both indoors and outdoors, weather permitting. To better meet the needs of campers, course materials and activities have been arranged for rising second through fifth graders. There are a limited number of slots still available, and these slots will be filled on a first come/first paid basis. For more information on Hanover Humane’s Loving Critter Camp July 2018 Session, and to obtain registration materials, email the coordinator at info@hanoverhumanesociety.org.

Hanover-Caroline Soil and Water Conservation District set dates for upcoming monthly meetings Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com HANOVER – Monthly board meetings for the remainder of the year for the Hanover-Caroline Soil and Water Conservation Service have been announced.

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location in Hanover County offers Cascades a turnkey facility ready for the company to install equipment and put a shuttered asset back into use, creating good jobs for Virginia workers in the region.” Hanover County Board of Supervisors chairman Sean

The Hanover-Caroline Soil and Water Conservation District Monthly Board Meeting will be held at 9 a.m. at the USDA Service Center Conference Room at 13224 Hanover Courthouse Rd., Suite 201, located behind the

Hanover Post Office next to the courthouse on U.S. 301) on the following dates: Aug. 14, Sept. 11, Oct. 9, Nov. 13 and Dec. 11. For more information, call 804-537-3009 or email kifetty@hanovercounty.gov.

Davis, Henry District, welcomed news that jobs will be returning to Hanover County and an important part of the county’s economy is making a return appearance. In a prepared statement, Davis said, “As chairman of the board, I want to welcome Cascades to Hanover County,” Davis said. “The Bear Island facility has played a critical role in the local Hanover economy

for almost 40 years and we are excited to see that continue with the capital investment being made to up-fit and repurpose the plant along with the new jobs that this announcement will bring,” he continued. The Toronto-based company specializes in packaging and tissue paper production and employs more than 11,000 employees worldwide.

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Octogenarians prove that friendship is a lifetime By Melody Kinser Managing Editor

hile many of us will be blessed to live into our 80s, there are two women -- both 87 now, with one preparing for her 88th birthday -- who have been best friends for eight decades. Sally Scaggs and my mother became friends as little girls in the 1930s in a coal camp in southwestern West Virginia. They have a remarkable bond and incredible memories that they still enjoy sharing. Sally and her husband left the hills of West Virginia in the 1950s for him to pursue employment opportunities in the steel mills in the Cleveland, Ohio, area. Despite the distance -- and the fact that the interstate system was just moving forward -- Sally and Mom remained as close as they were as children. Although the fourth of five daughters, Mom was the first to get a driver’s license. Sally braved the new driving skills Mom acquired as a teenager. They would go skating and both liked to dance. Mom

has several black and white photos of them with other young women looking glamorous while at the pool. Based on the hairdos and makeup, I doubt any of them ever set foot in the water. When Mom was 20, she was struck by a car when she exited the bus returning home from work. She was dragged about 300 feet. The road was snow-covered and the vehicle had caught her coat. She suffered a broken leg and was bedfast as she recovered. During her recuperation, Sally came to visit with a handsome man from a neighboring county. Well, that initial visit led to a courtship and marriage by year’s end. Dad told Mom in April that he would marry her by the end of the year, 1951, and did so on Dec. 29. A few months later, Sally married Don and the four settled into family lives, but the friendship strengthened with the men becoming best buddies. Sally and Don’s daughters were born between my sister Robin and me. I have so many good memories of vacations with the Scaggs family. With them living in Cleveland, we were exposed to culture and art. I’ll never forget seeing the skeletal remains of a brontosaurus in a Cleveland museum.

But I digress (typical, I derail often). Sally, like Mom, is now living with her remaining daughter. Both women lost their oldest daughters in recent years. Patty Reynolds invited her mother to join her and her husband Rick when they left Ohio for North Carolina. It’s a bonus for us. Rather than a seven-hour drive, they’re about half that distance now. As a matter of fact, they came for a visit on July 7. We treated them to a nice lunch at the Hanover Tavern. I delight in our county’s history, especially its role in our nation’s birth. Patty was taking photos around the Tavern and courthouse complex area. I also drove by Historic Polegreen Church, which became one of my favorite locales when I first moved here. The one staple in the visit was the relationship Sally and Mom still have. It’s always as if they saw each other the day before. That is a true and lasting friendship. I keep using the word friendship, when, in actuality, we’re family. Blood doesn’t define that relationship. Yes, they are blessed -- but so are those of us who are in their world.

Untold stories are sometimes best left undisturbed By Jim Ridolphi for The Ashland-Hanover Local

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It’s strange that, some three decades later, some of those first memories of misty fall nights on the sidelines enter my recall with the least friction. On one of those normal nights that found me on a remote football field with half-filled stands, I barely noticed a halftime ceremony that honored past heroes from a glorious

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sports history of a once prominent program. I only took notice when the announcer reeled off a list of records held by a running back, a man whose name was unfamiliar to me. But, the numbers were astounding, almost inhuman and the feats described seemed almost fictional. The man who walked slowly to

midfield was now middle-aged, still wiry and easy with his step, his short hair now grayed. He bowed slightly in thanks as he accepted a small wooden plaque. I jotted the name down in my notebook. It was one of those stories that I couldn’t get out of my mind, more motivated by curiosity than a dedication to sports journalism.

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It was early in my career and I’m not sure I would have known a good story if it arrived on tablets from above, but I couldn’t forget the endless questions I had surrounding this story. During the next few months, I poked around for answers. There was no sign of the whereabouts of the athlete, more than two decades since his heroics on the football field. Finally, I met a man who played on the same team with this superstar. He told a story of disappointment and lost opportunity that confronted a 17-year-old country boy as the standout running back left town on a full scholarship to a prestigious Southern university. He arrived in July and he was back home in Virginia by late August. The teammate explained how the star athlete made a bad decision when he first arrived on the campus and had see STORY, pg. 9

Ashland-area libraries list remaining July programs HANOVER – Librarian Carolyn Garner of the Pamunkey Regional Library has announced the list of upcoming programs at Ashland-area libraries.

Richard S. Gillis Jr./ Ashland Branch Library Computer Basics Class at the Ashland Branch Library – 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 18 -- Covers beginning computer skills like finding out about the parts of a computer, learning how to use a mouse, searching the Internet, and how to create and save documents with Microsoft Word. Call 804-7984072 or visit the library to sign up for the class. Zoo Pro Adventures at the Ashland Branch Library – 11 a.m. to noon Thursday, July 19 -- Walk on the wild side with Zoo Pro Adventures. Meet and greet new furry and scaly friends. Learn about where they live and what makes them special. For more information, call 804-798-4072 or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. Rainbow Puppets’ “Creatures Great & Small” at the Ashland Branch Library – 1:30 p.m. Thursday, July 26, 1:30 p.m. -- See the fantastic show “Creatures Great & Small,” starring an acrobatic flea, a giant stegosaurus, and almost everything in between. For more information, call 804798-4072 or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. Storytimes at the Ashland Branch Library -- Mondays (July 23 and 30), 10 a.m. Mother Goose Storytime and 10:45 a.m. Family Storytime 10:45 a.m.; Tuesdays (July 24 and 31) – 10 a.m. Toddler Storytime and 10:45 a.m. Preschool Storytime. For more information, call 804-798-4072 or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave.

Hanover Branch Library Zoo Pro Adventures at the Hanover Branch Library – 2 p.m. Thursday, July 19 -- Walk on the wild side with Zoo Pro Adventures. Meet and greet new furry and scaly friends. Learn about where they live and what makes them special. For more information, call 804-365-6210 or visit the library at 7527 Library Drive. Rainbow Puppets’ “Creatures Great & Small” at the Hanover Branch Library – 11 a.m. to noon Monday, July 23 -- See the fantastic show “Creatures Great & Small,” starring an acrobatic flea, a giant stegosaurus, and almost everything in between. For more information, call 804365-6210 or visit the library at 7527 Library Drive. Shark Week Fun at the Hanover Branch Library – 11:30 a.m. Saturday, July 28 -- It’s Shark Week! Join in on some super, shark-y fun at the library. Snacks will be provided by the Hanover Branch Library Friends. For more information, call 804-3656210 or visit the library at 7527 Library Drive. Mother Nature’s Travelin’ Road Show at the Hanover Branch Library – 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 31 -- The Virginia Living Museum's kid-friendly show returns to the library with up-close and personal experiences with the animals of Virginia. For more information, call 804-3656210 or visit the library at 7527 Library Drive. Storytimes at the Hanover Branch Library – Fridays (July 20 and 27) – 10:45 a.m. Family Storytime 10:45 a.m. For more information, call 804-365-6210 or visit the library at 7527 Library Drive.

Lois Wickham Jones/ Montpelier Branch Library The Amazing Race at the Montpelier Branch Library – 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, July 21, for ages 11 to 18 -- Do you have what it takes to finish the course? Create and fly paper planes, play giant games, and stack dice as you compete with your friends. Pizza will be provided by the Friends of the Montpelier Library. For more information, call 804-883-7116 or visit the library at 17205 Sycamore Tavern Lane. Rainbow Puppets’ “Creatures Great & Small” at the Montpelier Branch Library – 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Monday, July 23. See the fantastic show “Creatures Great & Small,” starring an acrobatic flea, a giant stegosaurus, and almost everything in between. For more information, call 804-883-7116

or visit the library at 17205 Sycamore Tavern Lane. String a Work of Art at the Montpelier Branch Library – 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, July 28, for ages 18 and up. String a unique work of art using one of our design templates, nails, and embroidery floss. For more information, call 804-883-7116 or visit the library at 17205 Sycamore Tavern Lane. Storytimes at the Montpelier Branch Library -Wednesdays (July 18 and 25) – 10 a.m. Family Storytimes. For more information, call 804883-7116 or visit the library at 17205 Sycamore Tavern Lane.

Cochrane Rockville Branch Library Rainbow Puppets’ “Creatures Great & Small” at the Cochrane Rockville Branch Library – 11 a.m. to noon Thursday, July 26 11 See the

fantastic show “Creatures Great & Small,” starring an acrobatic flea, a giant stegosaurus, and almost everything in between. For more information, call 804749-3146 or visit the library at 16600 Pouncey Tract Road. Happee Birthdae, Harry Potter! at the Cochrane Rockville Branch Library – noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 28 -- Celebrate Harry Potter's birthday with Rememberalls, make your own wand, origami owls, a Wanted Wizard selfie

station, and more. Cosplaying is encouraged. Hogwarts-style snacks will be provided by the Friends of the Rockville Library. For more information, call 804749-3146 or visit the library at 16600 Pouncey Tract Road. Storytimes at the Cochrane Rockville Branch Library -- Fridays (July 20 and 27) – 10:30 a.m. Family Storytimes. For more information, call 804-749-3146 or visit the library at 16600 Pouncey Tract Road.

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Vacation Bible School, “International Spy Academy,” will be held at Rural Point Baptist Church at 6548 Studley Rd. in Mechanicsville for ages 4 to 12. A special kickoff is scheduled from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. with a Bounce House, games and lunch. VBS Academy will get underway at 6:30 p.m. Sunday through Wednesday. For more information, and to pre-register your child, call 804-730-3226, or go to www.ruralpointbaptist.com and the church’s Facebook page www.facebook. com/RPBCVA/.

The Hanover County Department of Social Services will meet at 3:30 p.m. in the Conference Room of the Hanover County Social Services at 12304 Washington Hwy. in Ashland. The meeting is open to the public.

Sunday, July 22 and 29 All Souls and Messiah Lutheran combine for worship and fellowship beginning at 9:30 a.m. On July 22, special music will be presented by Michael Jones. On July 29, both congregations will participate in several outreach activities after the service, including Brunch and Fresh Food from the All Souls Community Garden giveaway for residents at Christian Village, and participation in the construction of Welcome Home Kits for St. Joseph’s Villa. All Souls and Messiah worship at 8154 Atlee Rd. in Mechanicsville. A nursery will be available for infants and toddlers. Rev. Katherine G. Dougherty is the priest. For more information, visit www.allsoulsva. org.

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of focus for the upcoming year. “I’m very appreciative of the board’s support and confidence,” Hundley said. “I want to continue to work closely with the board and our business community and mentorships, all of that correlating with the Department of Education changes to the profile of a graduate and getting more real world opportunities … for our students.” He also pointed to continued progress for the school system’s five-year technology plan, now in its second year. “We’re very excited to roll out the technology plan, the laptops for teachers that we have been able to do,” Hundley said. “We are extremely pleased that our county board of

Wednesday, Aug. 1 The Hope Haitian Choir will perform in concert at 7 p.m. at the Mechanicsville United Methodist Church at 7356 Atlee Rd. in Mechanicsville.

Saturday, Sept. 29 The Lee-Davis High School Class of 1973 will hold its 45th reunion at Creamfield Farm in Mechanicsville. The event will be catered by Smokey Bottom BBQ. Organizers are in need of address/ phone updates for classmates and in search of “1970s era” faculty members that would like to take part in the reunion. Invitations will be mailed soon. Those interested are asked to contact Dale Carter Anderson at 804-643-3509 or email danderson@cfpm. comcastbiz.net or Mary Pusey Cox at 804781-0508 or email ccoxjr10@aol.com.

Saturday, Oct. 20 The 1978 Class of Lee-Davis High School will hold its 40th reunion at The Via Club at Pebble Creek in Mechanicsville. As

supervisors has supported and funded this initiative on our behalf and looking forward to all of the instructional opportunities that will allow our students.” Outgoing chair Sue Dibble, South Anna District, thanked board members and said she is looking forward to devoting more time to a special time in her son’s life, his senior year. In other business, a group of Patrick Henry High School students took advantage of a public comment period to voice their support for PHHS principal Beth Smith. The students were joined by one long-time employee at the campus. Betty Tyler asked the board, “What is going on with our principal?” she asked, referring to a whirlwind of rumors regarding the status. “We’ve heard rumors and everyone

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arrangements continue to progress, invitations will be arriving soon. For details, go to Facebook (Lee-Davis Class of 1978), or contact Judi Craft Culver at judi.culver@ gmail.com or 804-387-6153.

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 selfhelp 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 Women’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 804-366-9645 or email kjfaith1@gmail. com.

wants answers from me but I can’t give them if I don’t know the answer,” she said. “She is a good principal and loves the kids,” Tyler said. Other students said Smith was there for them in difficult situations and was a great support for them personally. “She has been there 24/7 for a lot of students who can’t advocate for themselves,” said rising PHHS senior Harris. “It’s hard being an African American student at Patrick Henry High School.” Superintendent Michael Gill told board members he could not comment on matters that involved personnel issues, but thanked and commended the students for their “poised” comments. Another matter brought before the board was what a part-time bus driver

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Alexis McNair (#7), Patrick Henry High School; Cate Pendlebury (#9), Lee-Davis High School; and Kaylin Strichman (#5) of Atlee High School; were members of a Richmond Volleyball Club team that won a national bid to the USA Volleyball Girl’s Junior Championships in Detroit, Michigan. The tournament was held July 1-4. The three competed against the best players across the country.

described a dangerous situation that he said occurs daily. He also offered a possible solution. Frank Marotta said it’s almost a daily occurrence that someone ignores his stopped bus arm device and blinking lights and runs through without stopping. The extended stop arm prevents vehicles from passing through the bus zone and possibly striking children. “In the first week of school, I was passed with my stop arm extended every day at least once in the morning and once in the afternoon,” Marotta said. “Buses seem to be invisible to other drivers.” Marotta said there were only 19 convictions last year for the offense, largely due to the difficulty in identifying offenders. While mounted cameras do capture some drivers who ignore

the stop arm, they require a large amount of storage space for the hours of data collected. Maratto endorsed the extended stop arm solution to the problem. Mary Adams represents Bus Safety Solutions, the company that manufactures the extended stop arm, and said about 700 buses are equipped with the device, some of them located in five counties in Virginia. In Albemarle County, initial tests indicated the extended stop arm reduces violations by more than 50 percent. “The extended stop arm is the only thing that you can put on the outside of a bus that will physically keep children safe getting on and off the bus,” Adams said. “This stop arm will hit that car and make that car stop and physically protect that child crossing the street.”

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The A.M. winners – Team RRMM Architects -- were, pnoot at left, Willie Parks, Jeff Harris, Mark Probst and Eric Huff. The P.M. winners -- Cigna – were Marilyn Cole, Mike Greer, Lee Hannah and Jonathan Hand.

21st Annual HEF Golf Tournament raises $26,500 HENRICO – The 21st Annual Hanover Education Foundation (HEF) Golf Tournament recently raised over $26,500 to support Hanover County Public Schools. Twenty-five teams competed at the Jefferson Lakeside Country Club. “We sincerely thank each of our sponsors for their generosity and ongoing support,” said Margaret Hill, executive director of Hanover Education Foundation. “We also thank our hard working volunteers who helped to make this event a huge success. The 2018 tournament winners were:

AM FLIGHT First Place: RRMM Architects – Jeff Harris, Mark Probst, Willie Parks and Eric Huff. Second Place: Patrick’s Family of Dealerships – Mason Jones, Justin Barnes, Kevin Cooke and Steve Goldsmith.

PM FLIGHT First Place: Cigna – Lee Hannah, Mike Greer, Marilyn Cole and Jonathan Hand. Second Place: Board of Supervisors – Wayne Hazzard, Canova Peterson, Hank

Lowry and Roger Richardson The following businesses, donors, teams and sponsors supported the event: Apple Spice Junction, Attronica, Battlefield Commons, Berry’s Produce, Bogeys Sports Park, Bradley Properties Frank Bradley, Brookwood Bombers. Brunetti’s Express 301, Bunkie Trinite Trophies, Calabash Seafood Restaurant, Car Pool, Chick-fil-A at Virginia Center Commons and Ashland, Cigna, Col. David R. Hines, sheriff. Deluxe Nails & Spa, Don Pedro 2, Christopher Enright, Escape Massage, Fancy Nails, Ferber’s Tire & Auto Service, Fire Solutions Inc., Floyd Brothers. Fly Navy, Food Lion – Hanover Commons, For Posh Sake, Dan FryerBB&T Scott & Stringfellow, Giovanni’s Restaurant, Hair Country – Hanover Commons, Hanover Tavern, Harris, Hardy, Johnstone PC. Herff Jones, Hilton Richmond Hotel & Spa, Homemades by Suzanne, Hunting Hawk Golf Club, Jefferson Lakeside Country Club, Kitchen 64, Kroger – Rutland.

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. Lifetouch National School Studios, Marsha’s Block Party, Mexico Restaurant, Moseley Architects, O2B N Par, Patrick’s Family of Dealerships, Penelope. PepsiCo Food Service, Performance PT & Sports Training, Plaza Azteca, Red Robin, Red Rooster Country Store, Reynolds Community College. Richmond Flying Squirrels, Rich’s Stitches, Roanoke Slicers, Ros Runner & Team, RRMM Architects, Saxon Shoes, Schutte-Box & Yenser, Segway of Richmond, Son Metal Fab, Stiles, Franklin, Inge & Luck. The Dages Group, The Eakle Family, The Hanover Café, The Janes, The Local Cup, The Seniors, The Supply Room Companies, ThompsonMcMullan P.C., TowneBank, TRANE. Trolley House Refreshments, Paul Vecchione, Virginia Artesian Bottling Compan, Washington Nationals, and Zheng Chinese Restaurant. Information submitted by Beth M. Godbolt, Administrative Assistant II, Hanover Education Foundation.

been “put off ” the team and sent home. Further research revealed it was a misguided decision regarding marijuana that ended the young boy’s career. “He was the best running back that no one ever heard of,” the teammate said. When I finally sat down with the still fit running back later that year, it was immediately obvious it was a memory best forgotten. And, by all indications, the youthful mistake had not lastingly impacted his life. Upon his return, he enrolled in community college and eventually attended a state school and graduated. But, he never picked up another football, even declining requests to coach his son’s peewee football team. He explained that things had not gone well when he arrived at the larger-than-life campus, and coaches were immediately concerned with his slight frame and lack of bulk. “They wanted to make me a defensive back or wide receiver,” he told me. Most of our conversation involved his family, the achievements of his children and his commitment to his community. He spoke of those few months after high school graduation as a series of youthful missteps. To his credit, he learned from his mistakes and didn’t dwell on the past, refusing to let one mistake in life dictate how the rest of it would evolve.

At the end of our conversation, he told me he would rather not be part of a newspaper story. He described a life that followed the straight and narrow since his return from college that fall. The one mistake had not defined or confined the shifty running back. All that remained were a few newspaper clippings and a list of records that will probably stand forever. There were no videos reflecting his talent, no retired jersey on the wall of the gym, and that’s the way he wanted it. Finally, I knew the story. I also was assured it was a story that wouldn’t be told by me. I lamented that no one would know a story of redemption and a message that no obstacle is big enough to destroy a destiny. It was the first lesson in the power of untold stories and the people who inspired them. I wondered how many other untold stories are out there, better left undisturbed or investigated. For a young journalist, it was a valuable reminder that discovering a tragic event or episode in someone’s past is sometimes not a legitimate news story. I often reminisce regarding past stories I’ve told, the many amazing people I’ve met along the way and the impact they’ve had on me. In this case, it’s the story that wasn’t told that made the lasting impression. I realized that getting the big story is important, but not writing it is, in rare cases, the admirable choice.

First Aid workshop offered for adults caring for youth with mental health needs ASHLAND -- Hanover County Public Schools is offering a Youth Mental Health First Aid workshop for adults assisting young people. It will be presented from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 8, at the School Board Office at 200 Berkley St. in Ashland.

The session is an 8-hour course that teaches participants to recognize and respond to warning signs of mental health issues and crises in adolescents (ages 12 to 18) and teaches a 5-step action plan for crisis and non-crisis situations. This is an interactive training

with hands-on activities, role plays, and simulations. Those planning to take part are encourged to bring a bag lunch. Visit www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org to learn more about the program. Enroll at https://goo.gl/viKMsW.

Space is limited to 30 participants. For more information, contact Terry Woody at twoody@hcps.us or (804) 3654557. Information submitted by Chris R. Whitley, Hanover County Public Schools public information officer.

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Atlee Majors fall in District 5 baseball final By Rob Witham For the Mechanicsville Local MECHANICSVILLE – After falling into the elimination bracket of the 2018 Little League District Five Majors Baseball Championship, the Atlee All-Stars realized it would take a herculean effort to defend their district title. In fact, they would find themselves as the underdog in their next three games, fighting to make it back to the championship round. But with eight players returning from the 2017 squad, Atlee head coach Bryan Lawlor knew his team would not be eliminated easy. Thus began a four-night odyssey which produced upsets, heart stopping moments, and a tournament to remember. “It’s invaluable at this point,” Lawlor said of the experience on the roster. “Our upset with Tuckahoe National was completely unexpected by probably about everybody that was in the park, a nine-inning game that went just over three hours long. It battle tested the boys, and showed them they could drop down to the other bracket and fight.” The 11-10 upset over Tuckahoe National was followed the next night by a battle with rival Mechanicsville, Atlee finding another way to stay alive by virtue of a 6-5 triumph. Then came the final step back to the

Summer sports camp calendar • MECHANICSVILLE – Lee-Davis High School will host a youth football camp for rising first through eighth graders from July 23-25. Camp sessions will run from 9 a.m. to noon each day and will take place on the practice field. Cost is $75 per camper. For more information, contact Ryan Turnage at 804-723-2200 or leedavisfootball@gmail.com.

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Conner Reese not only saved the day but won the game as he pitched the final five innings in relief, allowing only one run as the Atlee Majors All-Stars came from behind to defeat Chesterfield 7-5 Wednesday. Atlee trailed 4-0 after the first inning.

title round, a rematch with the Chesterfield team which sent them to the elimination bracket three days earlier. When Chesterfield roared to a 4-0 lead after just one inning, Lawlor turned to Conner Reese, handed him the ball in relief, and watched as Reese hurled five innings, allowing just one

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run, giving his Atlee teammates the chance to, again, fight back. Fight back they did, as Atlee scored five runs in the fourth inning to take the lead, with later insurance runs giving enough cushion to survive a Chesterfield sixth inning comeback attempt for a 7-5 win. Atlee scrapped its way to victo-

ry, scoring runs in the fourth on a Chesterfield error, a fielder’s choice, an infield single, finally taking the lead on Shayne Lawlor’s two-out, two-strike double to right field to drive in two runs. It was Reese, who fanned seven in a 67-pitch performance, and timely defense that

clinched the win. Reese allowed his only run in the Chesterfield sixth. But Jonathan Eckert’s fine play of a grounder deep at third base to throw the batter out while holding runners at second and third, then Riley Bernardini’s throw to first on see ATLEE, pg. 11

• ASHLAND – Randolph-Macon College will hold its Jacket Diamond Youth Baseball Camp for youth baseball players at Hugh Stephens Field at Estes Park from July 23-27. The goal of the camps is to help campers improve their skills on the diamond. There will be two age see CAMP, pg. 12

GRAL swimmers scramble for Champs slots By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor MECHANICSVILLE – With time running out before Champs, area GRAL teams are scrambling to get more of their swimmers qualified. Last week, Burkwood, Milestone and Old Church hosted meets and all three emerged victorious, despite the weather forcing either early ends or postponements. But more important for those three teams as well as Rockville (which visited Milestone) and Pebble Creek (which visited Old Church), the primary focus was on qualifying more swimmers for Champs, which will be held on Saturday, July 28, and Sunday, July 29, at SwimRVA. “We have 70 [qualifiers] so far, which is great,” said

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his knees near second base on a ground ball for the second out prevented Chesterfield from scoring more than once and preserved the win. “Suffice it to say, what a little baller out there,” Lawlor said of Eckert, who had the presence of mind to prevent a run and throw a rocket to first base from behind third for the critical first out, halting the momentum swing in Chesterfield’s direction, the play preventing the tying run from reaching base. “He came on the mound against [Tuckahoe] National and shut them down, and he shows up here at third base.” The Atlee story would not have the fairy tale ending, however, Tuckahoe American awaited them in the championship round with an off day

Burkwood head coach Karen Seeber. “One a good day, we’ve got a lot of depth, which is exciting.” Burkwood’s closes rival in GRAL Division 1, Canturbury, had 51 qualifiers as of the weekend. Numbers are key to team victories, as more swimmers offer opportunities to score more points – especially as events are broken into different skill classes such as varsity, junior varsity, advanced, etc., which multiples the opportunities to score. For Rockville, weekly improvement has been extra important, as the Racers began their practice two weeks later because of renovations at their pool. But they, as do the other area teams, have one more shot to qualify swimmers for Champs – Tuesday night (after this edition went to press).

and with strong-armed Jackson York on the mound. A sevenrun first inning set the pace for the evening Thursday, as York handcuffed Atlee bats en route to a 17-0 win to claim the District Five crown. But Atlee fans will look back at 2018’s All-Stars, and memories will flood back from a series of comebacks, pitching gems, and defensive stands that proved that, despite not winning a banner, the team had the heart of a champion. At the Virginia Majors softball tournament, Atlee began with a pair of victories, 12-10 over Virginia Beach and 10-4 over Louisa on Friday. However, a 13-2 Saturday loss to McLean, the District Four champions, placed Atlee in the elimination bracket. They responded Sunday with a hard fought 9-5 victory over Broadway, setting up a Monday game in which Atlee would need two wins to

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Rockville 17 year old Madelaine McDowell pulls away from Milestone’s Elise Coward & Riley Massey while winning the 15-18 girls 100-meter freestyle victory with time of 1:12.78. Milestone edged Rockville in overall results 896-809.

“We have 13 or 14 peo- people who have made Champs Rockville head coach Madelaine Dave Lawrence can be ple who have already made who are on the fence of making McDowell. “We’re hoping to see reached at dlawrence@mechloChamps, and there are a couple Champs in more events,” said who can drop in the last meet.” cal.com.

reach the championship round and get a rematch with McLean. The game took place after this edition went to press. Meanwhile, at the Babe Ruth Virginia 12U tournament in Fishersville, the Rockville All-Stars swept their way to the state championship, outscoring opponents by a 51-7 margin. It took consecutive victories over Shenandoah, 5-1 Friday in the winners bracket final, then 9-5 in Saturday’s championship round, to claim the title. In the two wins, Reagan Litchford went a combined 5-for-7, while Brookelynne Winterson drove in one run in the first game, and two in the finals. Samantha Rao finished the championship game in relief of Maddie Winder in the sixth, earning the save. Rockville’s next stop is Jensen Beach, Florida, where the 2018 Babe Ruth 12U Softball World Series will begin on July 29.

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Mechanicsville Post 175’s J.B. Lavin drives in a run with a single late in Mechanicsville’s 19-4 victory over Midlothian Post 186 Saturday. With the win over Post 186 and an 8-5 victory over West End Post 361 Thursday, Mechanicsville clinched top seed in the District 11 tournament.

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groups: Diamond Rats (youths aged 5-6) and Traditional Campers (aged 7-13). Sessions will run Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to noon for Diamond Rats and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for Traditional Campers. Sessions for all campers will run from 9 a.m. to noon Friday. Fees are $175 for Diamond Rats and $250 for Traditional Campers. For more information, go to: www.jacketdiamondcamps. com/summer-camp.cfm or contact Randolph-Macon head baseball coach Ray Hedrick at (804) 752-7303 or rhedrick@ rmc.edu • ASHLAND – RandolphMacon College’s softball program will hold a Revolution softball camp from Monday, July 23, to Thursday, July 26. The camp, which will be conducted by RandolphMacon head softball coach Kevin Proffitt, is designed to help athletes learn, develop, and enhance their skills in all phases of the sport. There are three options

available for campers: day camp, extended day camp and overnight camp. Fees are $325 for the day camp, $395 for the extended day camp, and $495 for the overnight camp. Check-in for overnight campers runs from noon to 1 p.m. Monday. Check-in for day and extended day campers is from 12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m. Monday. Day campers should be dropped off at 9 a.m. each successive day and picked up at 4 p.m. every day. Extended day campers should be dropped off at 9 a.m. each successive day and picked up at 8:30 p.m. each day. All campers will check out at 4 p.m. Thursday at the softball diamond. For more information, go to: https://summersoftballcamp. com/softball-camp/randolphmacon-college-softball-camp/ • ASHLAND – RandolphMacon College’s men’s basketball program will hold a Shooting Camp in Crenshaw Gymnasium from Friday, July 27, to Sunday, July 29. The camp, for boys aged 10 to 18, gives campers the opportunity to focus on improving their shooting skills. Emphasis is placed on technique, foot-

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work, shooting drills, shooting off the dribble, shooting off the pass, shooting games, free throw shooting and post/perimeter shooting. Overnight and commuter camp options are available. Check in is from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Friday, followed by a session from 3 to 9 p.m. for all campers. Camp sessions are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and 9 to 11 a.m. Sunday. The cost is $250 for overnight campers and $200 for commuter campers. For more information, go to https://rmcbasketball. jumbula.com/Summer2018/ RMCShootingCamp • ASHLAND – RandolphMacon College’s men’s basketball program will hold a Shooting Camp in Crenshaw Gymnasium from Friday, July 27, to Sunday, July 29. The camp, for boys aged 10 to 18, gives campers the opportunity to focus on improving their shooting skills. Emphasis is placed on technique, footwork, shooting drills, shooting off the dribble, shooting off the pass, shooting games, free throw shooting and post/perimeter shooting.

to 2:30 p.m. Sunday, followed by a session from 3 to 9 p.m. for all campers. Sessions run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Wednesday for day campers, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. for extended day campers; and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday for all campers. The cost is $450 for overnight campers, $375 for extended day campers and $300 for The Rockville 12U day campers. All-Stars have set up a For more information, GoFundMe account raise go to https://rmcbasketball. funds to cover expenses jumbula.com/Summer2018/ related to their forthcom• ASHLAND – Randolph- RMCCompleteSkillsCamp ing appearance in the Babe Macon College’s men’s basRuth Softball World Series • ASHLAND – Randolphketball program will hold in Jensen Beach, Florida. a Complete Skills Camp in Macon College’s women’s basThe World Series begins Crenshaw Gymnasium from ketball program will hold an on July 29. Sunday, July 29, to Thursday, Elite Camp for girls entering Donations can be made grades 9 through 12 on Sunday, Aug. 2. at https://www.gofundme. The camp, for boys aged 10 Aug. 5. com/rockville-softballThe Elite Camp is for highly to 18, is intended to help players 12u-world-series . For more of all abilities develop athleti- motivated student-athletes that information, contact Keith cally, refine fundamental basket- have the passion and desire Winder, Rockville Softball ball skills and enhance their skill to play at the college level. League Commissioner at set at the post, wing, or guard Randolph-Macon staff and playbkwinder78@aol.com or position. Emphasis is placed ers will challenge and instruct 804-852-6684. on fundamental development, student-athletes on individual — Contributed shooting, offensive moves, skill development, as well as by Christi Loving defense, rebounding, team play, working in a team dynamic. The cost is $65 for the camp, and more. For more information, go to Overnight, extended day which will run from 9 a.m. to and day camp options are 2 p.m. Check in begins at 8:30 https://thinkyellowjackets.com/ camps.php#elite available. Check in is from 1 a.m. Overnight and commuter camp options are available. Check in is from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Friday, followed by a session from 3 to 9 p.m. for all campers. Camp sessions are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and 9 to 11 a.m. Sunday. The cost is $250 for overnight campers and $200 for commuter campers. For more information, go to https://rmcbasketball. jumbula.com/Summer2018/ RMCShootingCamp

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Patrick Henry softball player Delaney Nuckols (seated, center) committed to play for Randolph-College in a signing ceremony at Patrick Henry High School on June 13. With her are her father, Greg Nuckols (left) and her mother, Debbie Nuckols.

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Patrick Henry lacrosse player Emily Flinn (seated, right) committed to play for Goucher College in a signing ceremony at Patrick Henry High School on June 13. With her is her mother, Lori Flynn; and Patrick Henry head girls lacrosse coach Anna Mason.

Patrick Henry girls lacrosse player Emily Barker (seated, right) commits to play for Alderson Broaddus College in a signing ceremony at Patrick Henry High School on June 13. With her are (clockwise, from left): her mother, Katie Barker; her brothers, Josh Barker and Jeb Barker; and Patrick Henry head girls lacrosse coach Anna Mason.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Board of Supervisors has set Wednesday, July 25, 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: REZONING C-6-18(c), CYNTHIA AND RAYMOND PILKINGTON, JR. Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District to RS(c), Single-Family Residential District with conditions on GPIN 7796-73-9766, consisting of approximately 1.38 acres, and located on the north line of DeWitt Drive (State Route 1896) approximately 130 feet east of its intersection with Cudlipp Avenue (State Route 1206) in the CHICKAHOMINY MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Suburban General (1.5-3.0 dwelling units per acre). The proposed zoning amendment would permit the creation of one additional building lot for a gross density of 1.45 units per acre. (PUBLIC HEARING) SPECIAL EXCEPTIONS SE-10-18, TALLEY SIGN COMPANY (SHALOM BAPTIST CHURCH) Request(s) a Special Exception Permit in accordance with Section 26-338 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit a sign larger than permitted on GPIN 8735-11-1743, consisting of approximately 29.84 acres, zoned A-1, Agricultural District, and located on the east line of Walnut Grove Road approximately 925 feet north of Northfall Creek Parkway (State Route 2139) in the COLD HARBOR MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. (PUBLIC HEARING) SE-12-18, BECKY AND JEFF KILGORE Request(s) a Special Exception Permit in accordance with Section 26-166.1 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit a commercial dog kennel on GPIN 7796-96-3275 (part), consisting of 4.05 acres, zoned M-1, Limited Industrial District, and located in the Cool Spring Industrial Center on the south line of Mongo Way (State Route 2181) approximately 285 feet west of Cool Spring Road (State Route 652) in the CHICKAHOMINY MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. (PUBLIC HEARING) ORDINANCE OF VACATION OV-1-18, MEGAN AND KEITH BRESLIN Request(s) an Ordinance of Vacation in accordance with Section 15.2-2272, Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, in order to vacate the fifty foot (50’) Heritage Greenway Reservation on Lot 6, GPIN 8716-91-6366, located at the terminus of Strawbank Drive (State Route 1765) approximately 0.33 miles west of its intersection with Rural Point Road (State Route 643) as shown on the plat titled “Massey’s Addition, Section One,” prepared by J. W. Whitehead, R.L.S., recorded September 2, 2003, in Subdivision Plat Book 36, Page 642, and Deed Book 2174, Page 811, in the Office of the Clerk of the Hanover County Circuit Court. (HENRY MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT) (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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NOTICE OF DELINQUENT TAXES AND JUDICIAL SALE OF REAL PROPERTY On August 17, 2018, or as soon thereafter as may be effected, actions will be commenced under the authority of Virginia Code ยง58.1-3965, et seq., to begin proceedings to sell the following parcels of real estate for the payment of County of Hanover delinquent real estate taxes: Property Owner(s) 6145 Thicket Run Way, LLC Babcock, LLC Babcock, LLC Babcock, LLC Babcock, LLC James E. Harrell, Jr. Joseph C. Terrell Louise T. Pleasant Maude E. Funn Trust Peggy W. Goodman Estate R. L. Property Management Sherrod Robin Bunn Cowell Virginia Investment Associates, Inc. Virginia Investment Associates, Inc. Virginia Investment Associates, Inc. Virginia Investment Associates, Inc. Virginia Investment Associates, Inc.

Tax Map No. 8725-73-2129 8716-50-3281 8716-50-8500 8716-50-8012 8716-50-8187 7870-63-3793 7873-87-4356 8743-84-9674 8746-17-2766 8714-75-9343 7779-78-8586 7798-79-7484 7788-36-0015 7788-16-3630 7797-57-7848 7797-66-4765 7797-66-4950

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Properties subject to delinquent real estate taxes may be redeemed by paying all accumulated taxes, penalties, interest, costs and fees. Payments should be made payable to County of Hanover and mailed to Taxing Authority Consulting Services PC, Post Office Box 31800, Henrico, Virginia, 23294. Interested bidders and inquiries regarding the above-listed properties should be directed to TACS at (804) 545-2500, taxsales@taxva.com or www.taxva.com or by mail to: Re: Hanover County Delinquent RE Taxes Taxing Authority Consulting Services, PC Post Office Box 31800 Henrico, VA 23294

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Record crowd fills Pole Green Park for 40th Tomato Festival with the Hanover Tomato Festival Executive Committee.” She also praised the more than 250 staff ECHANICVILLE – Wow! and volunteers who helped make the day such That’s probably the best word to a triumph. describe Saturday’s record-setIn 1978, the Black Creek VFD started the ting attendance as the Hanover Tomato Festival to raise funds Tomato Festival celebrated its for equipment and training. 40th year. It was held at the old fire staMarcy G. Durrer, recreation tion on McClellan Road in program director for Hanover Mechanicsville. County Parks and Recreation, As the festival grew, so did said 43,750 people filled Pole the need to locate to a larger Green Park. She also boasted space. about tomato sales, with 550 The grounds of Battlefield cases being sold. Park Elementary School The previous record for became the second home of attendance was set in 2009, with the event. 42,000. Growth continued and “It was an amazing day, with members of the fire departfantastic weather, exceptional ment realized they needed to food, vendors and entertainJoel Klein for The Local move again. Pole Green Park Julie “The Juicy Tomato” ment,” Durrer said.” then became home for the “We (the Hanover Tomato from the Meadowbridge festival. Festival) are humbled and hon- Seventh Day Adventist Tomato sales support the Church shows spirit. ored by the support of our comBlack Creek VFD. munity, making this 40th anniThe park is filled with vendors selling wares versary the best event in our history!” she and food, with the Tomato Tent always being added. in the center spot. Live musical entertainment Durrer attributed the festival’s success to wafts throughout the area. “the year-long planning efforts of Black Creek The Hanover Tomato Festival is presented Volunteer Fire Department, Hanover County by the Black Creek Volunteer Fire Department, Sheriff ’s Office, Hanover County Fire and EMS The Mechanicsville Local and Hanover County and Hanover County Parks and Recreation Parks and Recreation.

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Ella Brady, above, 22 months old, of Mechanicsville focused on bubbles with her mom Kate. Photo below, Sisters Stephine, 10, left, and Isabella Bryant, 5, right, of Mechanicsville and 12-yearold cousin Natalie Bryant, center, from Tennessee show off their entries in the Best Dressed Contest sponsored by the Hanover Optimist Club in the center photo. At top right, Ed Wall with the Hanover Master Gardeners gives tips on growing tomatoes.

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Alexxis Cousins, 16 months old, of Varina didn’t show much interest in the chickens at the Misfit Acres Mobile Petting Zoo.

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Celebrating his 50th year of service with the Black Creek Volunteer Fire Department, Larry Leber, with the microphone in the photo above, tells the 40-year history of the Hanover Tomato Festival. Long lines of customers couldn’t wipe the smile of off David Fuller’s face, photo at right, as he expected up to 10,000 pounds of tomatoes to be sold at this year’s event.

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Hanover Fire-EMS District Chief Mary Frayser patrols the grounds on her Segway.