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General Election registration deadline set HANOVER -- Monday, Oct. 15, is the deadline to register or make changes to your voter registration in time for the Tuesday, Nov. 6, General Election.

The Hanover County Voter Registration and Elections Office reminds you to please check your voter registration to make sure it is correct.

Agricultural history still focus of State Fair Mechanicsville ‘hotbed of fair-goers’

By Melody Kinser Managing Editor

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ECHANICSVILLE – When the gates open on Friday, Sept. 28, at the State Fair of Virginia, the Virginia Farm Bureau will continue the tradition of emphasizing the commonwealth’s agricultural history, as well as attracting crowds to musical entertainment, competitions, many aspects of agriculture and livestock, and food for all taste buds.

Greg Hicks, vice president of Communications for the Virginia Farm Bureau, said this is the seventh year

the organization has owned the fair. “It’s the only Farm Bureau in the nation that owns a State Fair.”

Photos courtesy of Kathy Dixon

see FAIR, pg. 4

Kiddie Kingdom celebrates 50 years

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The Voter Registration and Elections Office will have special Saturday hours on Oct. 27 and Nov. 3 (8 a.m. to 4 p.m.) for In-Person Absentee voting.

Saturday, Nov. 3, will be the last day you can vote inperson absentee. Tuesday, Oct. 30, is the final day you can request an absentee ballot by mail. Monday, Nov. 5. at 2 p.m. is the cut-off for voting an emergency-only absentee ballot in the Voter Registration and Elections Office. see VOTE, pg. 5

The State Fair of Virginia offers something for everyone, including entertaining waterfowl, the ducks above are sliding into the water, and goats that compete in livestock shows, at right.

Anniversary event to be held Saturday Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com

Photo courtesy of Kiddie Kingdom

Youngsters who attended Kiddie Kingdom gathered in November 1981 for a photo with their teachers.

ASHLAND -- Kiddie Kingdom Inc., a 501(c) (3) organization, will celebrate its 50th Anniversary on Saturday, Sept. 29, at its current location at 813 Thompson St. (U.S. 54) in Ashland.

All are invited to attend the free activities from 10 a.m. to

2 p.m.

The Kiwanis Club of Ashland will serve hot dogs and there will be refreshments, entertainment and games for all.

Kiddie Kingdom began as a community service project in 1968 by the Ashland Christian Church, and, within a year, it became the first day care to be licensed in Hanover County. It was incorporated in 1969 and received its 501(c)(3) nonprofit status as an educational organization in 1974.

Under the leadership of

Harriet Jones, chairman of the Sunday School, and other church members, Kiddie Kingdom grew very rapidly. From four students at its opening, its enrollment grew to 33 students and five staff within a year. Today, there are 120 students and 27 staff; and Kiddie Kingdom has served well over 1,500 Hanover students in its 50 years.

Its rapid growth continued, and, in September 1975, Kiddie Kingdom moved to St. James see KIDDIE, pg. 7

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By Jim Ridolphi for Ashland-Hanover Local HANOVER — When the Hanover County Planning Commission deferred action on a rezoning request that would allow more than 2,900 residential units along Mountain Road near the Henrico Count line, members planned two workshops to gather more information on the massive project.

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Geiger said Lake District tion of answers surrounding was designed with that in the Lake District proposal.

The initial workshop session mind and caters to a changing addressed land use issues sur- market where millenials and rounding the project, a mixed baby boomers are seeking low use development with more maintenance, carefree lifestyles that do not include than 300,000 square yard work or confeet of commercial stant maintenance and retail space, issues. intermittently mixed Even with the with town homes extensive planning and apartments all and proactive profsituated around a fers, the panel had 16-acre lake. questions regarding The county the project. hired a consultant South Anna to assist in its assessGEIGER commissioner ment of the fiscal Larry Leadbetter impacts of the project, including possible effects asked if the development “was on schools, Fire/EMS and the compatible with Hanover County and its rural nature.�

Sheriff ’s Office.

Leadbetter also asked That report should be comthat the developer remove a pleted and a draft should be available in two weeks, accord- requirement that would allow ing to Planning Director David the construction of 600 additional units if no takers are Maloney.

Following a joint meeting found for 10 acres set aside for with Hanover County Public economic development.

Geiger said that request is Schools staff, possible estibeing considered but noted mates for increased student enrollment associated with the that the 10-year period should be more than enough to find a project are still incomplete.

But, Maloney said the base suitable tenant, and said Boyd number used to gauge student will couple with the county to enrollments, 5.63 students per market the site.

Chickahominy commishousehold, might be lower in sioner and chair Steven Hadra the Lake District.

According to Boyd Homes questioned the seemingly disrepresentative Jeff Geiger, that’s proportionate number of sinexactly the way the developers gle-family homes versus apartments and town homes. Initial planned it.

Geiger said initial discus- plans outline construction of sions with the county more 129 single-family homes. than a year ago provided the While there is no estabdeveloper with a clear vision lished standard for the perof the type of development the centage of houses versus county was seeking for that town homes and apartments, important corridor.

Maloney said the low number One of those desires at Lake District appeared to be included a community that disproportionate. did not attract a large number But Boyd again pointed to of children, therefore lessen- a changing market whose lifeing the impact on Hanover styles fit the type of develop-

ment planned for Lake District. “They don’t drive cars.

They don’t want to be tied to a house. The way they shop has changed,� Geiger said. “What they want is what we designed into this project.�

Commissioners queried the applicant regarding the appearance of the commercial portion and out lots that will front U.S. 33, environmental issues, traffic and other concerns. Some noted commercial vacancies in similar type developments in Short Pump, but Boyd contended the desired businesses at Lake District will focus on serving the residents and cited a lack of competition in that area.

Following brief presentations by planning officials, the applicant and a discussion by commissioners, Hadra opened the process for citizen questions or comments.

Bob Nelson voiced concerns regarding stormwater runoff issues and dam safety, and a question about location of the numerous utilities required.

Geiger said the developer is aware of dam concerns and plans to make improvements as needed. Maloney said all of those details are examined and must be approved by county officials before construction begins.

Ted Rubis, a Rockville resident, is the father of five children who attend Hanover schools, and said he’s concerned regarding the impact the new development will have on those campuses. “The impact is not known,� he said.

Rubis also questioned the validity of the financial benefits for the county and asked if the county could afford the see PLANNERS, pg. 7

Council recognizes public servants’ role

By Jim Ridolphi for Ashland-Hanover Local ASHLAND — Thomas Ford has been a paid firefighter for Hanover County for almost 20 years, but last week was his first time at the podium of Ashland Town Council.

Ford was invited to lead the pledge of allegiance that normally opens the meeting, but, due to a fire call, he was a little late. He was still welcomed with open and thankful arms.

“Don’t use the grills on the backs of your decks,” Ford said, providing all the legitimate excuse he needed for his tardiness. He was down the street helping a 90-year-old lady with her smoke detector.

Ashland Mayor Steve Trivett noted the important role these public servants serve in our communities.

“As we watched the news yesterday, we don’t want to lose the fact of the risk for our first responders -- police, firemen and armed services as well,” Trivett said. “And also I want to consider public works. They are out there taking a chance in stormy, icy weather.”

On the action agenda, Nora Amos,

director of Planning and Community Development, presented a request from Randolph-Macon College for a height exemption for an addition to Blackwell Auditorium and the new nursing school building.

The college requests that the new nursing school be no more than 59 feet, and requested a height exemption up to 50 feet for the addition at Blackwell.

Code changes initiated in 2011 allow for exceptions for the height requirements in the Higher Education zone.

Amos said the reason to allow the exceptions was to permit the college to expand without taking up additional space for its footprint. At the time, R-MC was embarking on an ambitious building plan.

After revisions to the Comp Plan and a review of the college’s Master Plan, officials worked to accommodate the expansion efforts.

“We talked about a desire for in-fill and to get as much height as we can to make sure the college had the space it needed, but hopefully to assist in keeping them from going too far out of their Master Plan boundary,” Amos said.

The code was changed to allow excep-

tions more than the 35 feet outlined in the ordinance.

The extended height also would allow the new buildings to fit in with the “historic architecture of the campus.”

Amos noted a number of buildings on the campus are more than 35 feet, and the exception allows the new projects to fit in with that general architectural character.

“We believe the proposed construction does match the scale and character of the existing historic structures,” Amos said. “The height exception would allow Randolph-Macon that additional capacity to go up an additional floor as opposed to going out in their footprint and encroaching in to those residential areas. It is within the interior portion of their campus,” she added.

Council approved both requests by a 3-0 vote with R-MC employee and council member George Spagna abstaining. He also recused himself from the discussion on the two requests.

R-MC vice president Paul Davies said the college hopes to break ground on the projects in February or March and were awaiting board approval on the height exception before proceeding.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;We purchased it because the old regime had gone bankrupt,â&#x20AC;? Hicks said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to see a void in a very important agricultural industry.â&#x20AC;?

The fair, he added, â&#x20AC;&#x153;provides so much education for consumers that we thought it would have been a travesty if the fair hadnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t continued with the agricultural presence.â&#x20AC;?

Last Thursday, Hicks and Kathy Dixon, assistant editor and senior staff writer for the Virginia Farm Bureau Federationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Communications Department, who serves as spokesperson for the State Fair of Virginia, talked about Hanover Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s significance to the event.

Based on surveys, Mechanicsville tops the list of communities represented at the fair. Hicks attributes that to the proximity to the Doswell, Caroline County, location, and the ease in traveling to the site. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mechanicsville has always supported it,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;All of our surveys and information have shown that this [Mechanicsville] is the hotbed of fair-goers.â&#x20AC;?

In addition to the strong presence from this area, Hicks said several longtime employees hail from Mechanicsville.

The 2018 State Fair of Virginia runs Sept. 28 to Oct. 7 at the Meadow Event Park at 13191 Dawn Blvd. in Doswell.

Hours are 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Fridays and Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sundays, and 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday.

General admission for adults is $13 in advance and $15 at the gate, while children and seniors pay $10 in advance and $12 at the gate. Members of the military will be admitted for

$12. Advance tickets may be purchased until Thursday, Sept. 27.

Among special events this year will be the second Craft Beer Fest, which, Dixon said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;is an event within an event.

More than 20 craft breweries are participating on Oct. 6.â&#x20AC;?

Tickets may be purchased in advance. Fair-goers also may buy a combo admission to the fair and Beer Fest on-site.

New this year will be Virginiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Finest Sundays (Sept. 30 and Oct. 7), featuring Virginiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s finest labels on products.

For fans of 1973 Triple Crown winner Secretariat, tours will be offered at Meadow Hall, which was the home of Chenery family who owned the famous horse.

Exhibits honor the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s horse history.

Collections from Penny Chenery will be displayed Saturday and Sunday, Sept.

29-30 and Oct. 6-7. Tickets are $5 each.

To help those in need, the State Fair is partnering with Food Lion for Hunger Relief Day on Friday, Sept. 28. Fairgoers that bring five Food Lion brand products will get $5 off admission.

Tasty treats are a big part of the success of the State Fair of Virginia. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pick in the new category features fresh-cut fries topped with Maryland crab dip, a hash bomb, cheddar cheese and bacon nestled between two hash brown patties.

Also new to the palate are jams made with fruit and mixed with champagne, wine or liquor, as well as arepas, which are authentic corn patties stuffed with cheese or other ingredients.

Returning favorite are butt fries, which are topped with pulled pork, sour cream, French fries, melted cheese and green onions. The beef companion is called bull fries.

Entertainment galore

will fill the fairgrounds, with events such as the Firefighter Combat Challenge, which has been televised on ESPN before; FMX Bike Show; K9 In-Flight, where the trained dogs jump up and catch Frisbees; Max Power Robot, which travels around in a monster truck; Interactive Cowboy Circus, with a circus and comedy show â&#x20AC;&#x153;all rolled into oneâ&#x20AC;?.

Pirates of the Colombian Caribbean play fighting 30 feet high in the air; Giant People, who are on stilts juggling and hoop dancing; chainsaw carving; demolition derby; giant pumpkin and giant watermelon weigh-in on Sept. 29.

Rosaireâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Royal Racers, a family-owned business that races pigs; sheep dog demonstration; State Fair Parade; Great American Spam Competition, with people making island-inspired recipes using Spam.

Virginia Loggers Association demonstrations, including chop, drop and roll logs; Virginia State Fair Auctioneer Contest, which features auctioneers from around state competing for 2018-2019 auctioneer title; and World Champion Blacksmiths Competition.

Henrico and Chesterfield will be represented in the Firefighter Combat Challenge.

And then thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s music -- and all concerts are free.

The 2018 fair will spotlight country, with American Idol winners Scotty McCreary and Trent Harmon; Craig Campbell; Dylan Scott; and Chris Lane. Gospel music will be performed by Natalie Grant. Ralph Stanley II and The Clinch Mountain Boys will take the stage at the Crooked Road Showcase, bringing Southwest Virginia bluegrass sounds to the fair. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fair-goers have an option see FAIR, pg. 5

ASHLAND – County Administrator Cecil R. “Rhu” Harris Jr. and Linwood Thomas, economic development director, will present the State of the County update on Tuesday,

Oct. 9, at the Hanover Country Club. The Hanover Chamber of Commerce breakfast will be held from 7:30 to 9 a.m. at 14314 Country Club Dr. in Ashland.

Registration is $20 for

member early registration, $25 member late registration, and $35 for all non-members.

For more information, email info@hanoverchamberva.com or call 804-442-2093.

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nizational moves by the town’s new Planning Commission that expands the number of committees utilized by the panel.

The current two-committee system (executive and bylaws) was altered to include four committees (finance, public, outreach and planning).

Spagna serves as treasurer of the Planning Commission and also will chair the Finance Committee.

Police Chief Doug

Goodman said petit larcenies are on the rise in the Ashland area, many involving items taken from unlocked cars.

He also noted a 30 percent rise in auto accidents this year.

“The main cause of our accidents are motorists failing to yield, but there’s no one smoking gun so we’ll be increasing our intersection patrols,” Goodman said.

He urged residents to be sure to lock their vehicles.

5 p.m. Monday through Friday, as well as from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Oct. 27 and Nov. 3.

When going to the polls on Nov. 6, be sure to bring a photo ID. You can register to vote and update your information online at www.vote.virginia.gov The Hanover County Voter Registration and

Elections Office is located in the Wickham Building, Room 119, of the Hanover County Government Complex. The phone number is 804-3656080. The email address is hanovervoting@hanovercounty.gov.

Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.

Climb, which has the waterfowl climbing up a set of stairs and going down into the water.

For those who want a real down-home farm experience, the fair provides an opportunity to milk a cow. The Dairy Pavilion welcomes those wishing to milk a cow the chance to do so. Also, a calf is usually born during the fair. Attendees are allowed to watch the cow give birth.

The focus remains on agriculture, including a backyard garden with a crop plot area of corn, soybeans, tobacco and sorghum to show what grows in Virginia.

Pizza aficionados can get a first-hand look at the Pizza Garden, a circular plot where tomatoes, basil and “things that would make ingredients

for a pizza” are grown.

4-H and FFA members compete in the youth livestock show, the Sale of Champions, where the “best of the best” compete. The clubs have cows, pigs, goats and sheep. The animals are auctioned with proceeds going to the State Fair Scholarship Program.

To get to the State Fair of Virginia, take Interstate 95 to Exit 98 (Doswell) and travel 1½ miles east on U.S. 30.

Alternate routes are: 1. Take U.S. 301 to U.S. 30; travel about three miles west on U.S. 30.

2. Take U.S. 1 to U.S. 30; travel about two miles east on U.S. 30.

For more information on the State Fair of Virginia, go to https://www.statefairva.org/.

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He said the school is expecting 30 students for its first nursing class in 2020. “We are excited about that program,” Davies said.

The Blackwell addition will facilitate more extensive theatre activities, and the facility is used by both the college and the community.

Spagna outlined new orga-

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of buying blue ribbon seating; $10 in advance ticket enables them to sit in a chair closest to the stage. Otherwise, people can bring their own chairs or just stand around and listen to music,” Dixon said.

Hicks pointed out that there will be horse shows and rodeos.

“A lot of people really like our agricultural exhibits, which are free with your admission,” Dixon added. There will be a Young MacDonald’s Farm featuring a collection of animals and exhibits that teach people about agriculture. Dixon said baby chicks will hatch on a daily basis.

A favorite of fair-goers is watching the Duck Slide

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The parade route is from Snead Street along Thompson Street to England Street then turn down Henry Street and end at Archie Canon Blvd.

Again this year, all invitations will be emailed to all recent participants by the third week of September. Note, they wil be emailed. Entries are due back by Oct. 19.

SHLAND -- The Kiwanis Club of Ashland is once again assembling the Olde Time Holiday Parade.

This is the 49th annual parade to bring Santa to town.

About 100 entries usually take part in the parade so early planning is necessary.

As always, the parade will be held on the Sunday before Thanksgiving, this year that

If your organization has not participated in the parade and would like to be considered, apply at https://www.surveymonkey. com/r/49thParade, again by Oct. 19. It is very difficult, if not impossible to add entries after the lineup has been established.

For more information, email ashlandkiwanis@gmail. com.

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OPINION | The Local Views From the managing editor

Americans prove they are great all the time

By Melody Kinser Managing Editor hile there are those who would say our country is divided in how neighbors view neighbors, there is no disputing that a disaster defines who we as Americans really are -- and that is united.

The images across the pages of newspapers and television were unmistakable in showing how helping those in need is the strongest example of what we represent.

Stranger isn’t a word in our vocabulary

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when we face the wrath of weather like Hurricane Florence.

Everyone joined in helping one another -even risking life.

There is an incredible sense of pride in the way we, without hesitation, go to the aid of those needing assistance.

Storms, winds and flooding did not deter first responders, volunteers and neighbors from going waist-deep -- or higher -- into waters to get others to safety.

Words almost fail me to express how blessed we are in this nation to be surrounded

by such compassion.

I would be remiss if I didn’t recognize Hanover County Public Schools, especially administrators, teachers and staff, for keeping students calm and secure on Monday, Sept.

17, when the decision was made to delay buses traveling as the threat of tornadoes increased.

Parents in this office were relieved and thankful to know their children were being cared for at the schools.

No matter how old we are, we want to be home with loved ones in times of emergen-

cies. From all reports, the students were real troopers while waiting to go home.

Without a doubt, superintendent Michael Gill made the right call to keep the kids at school.

Again, we praise the dedicated folks on-site who cared for the students.

Regardless of any political leanings, we are these United States when anyone is in need.

Maybe we can learn from recent events as to how important unity is as we move forward.

One can only hope.

Well prepared or not, dodging the bullet is still the best outcome

By Jim Ridolphi Contributing Columnist It all began at the deli.

Standing in line last Sunday night waiting patiently to purchase meat for the following week of lunches, I felt a tug on my arm and was greeted by an old friend.

It was one of the “school” dads that has a group of kids who have attended school with my children since kindergarten.

“I don’t have to ask what you are doing,” I joked to him.

We exchanged small talk, mostly about the children and their progress, and the many years we’d attended everything from recitals to field days together.

When the subject turned to employment, I asked him about his job at Dominion, and his reaction should have alerted me to the impending doom that would be Hurricane Florence.

“They’re talking 20 inches of rain,” he said with a startled tone.

It was the first I’d heard of the

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impending storm, or certainly the first time I’d actually paid any attention to the forecast.

As I moved to the produce section, it was immediately evident that most folks had gotten the news long before me. There wasn’t a cucumber left in the house, or any other type of fresh vegetable.

It seemed like Virginians were heeding the early warnings and making their traditional grocery store buyout runs before the storm arrived.

I headed for my standard backup

plan of peanut butter and jelly, a sure staple of our emergency kit, but, again, no luck. The shelves were already laid barren by a frantic group of shoppers who, by appearances, were preparing for the apocalypse.

I surrendered and left the store with only the sliced ham and turkey, and scurried home to watch The Weather Channel to see exactly what Florence had in store for us.

The forecast was dismal and it appeared Richmond might be in a direct line of impact, and surely

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would receive inches and inches of rain even if the storm passed south of the city.

The following days found me flowing with a sea of others from one grocery store to another searching for bottled water and gathering other vitals for the impending storm.

As the storm altered its predicted course and slammed into North and South Carolina, I joined many others in a collective sigh of relief. On the positive side, we had enough water and peanut butter to last a month.

As life slowly returned to normal around here, Florence was wreaking havoc on our southern neighbors, and it didn’t take a genius to realize what could have been had the storm ticked just a little to the north.

On my return to the grocery store, its shelves still only half full and dotted with huge empty spaces where water once sat, there was almost a sense of disappointment that the hurricane billed as the big one missed us.

Some complained the situation had been over-hyped, milking a natural disaster for ratings and using missee OUTCOME, pg. 8

ASHLAND – Steve Popalakis, owner of Vogue Flowers, was the keynote speaker for the Sept. 11 meeting of the Clay Spring Garden Club in Ashland.

He shared some interesting tips with the garden club and made a beautiful flower arrangement.

In other business, Betty Walters received “Best in Show” for her “Best of Summer” flower arrangement. Agnes Petrie received “Best in Show” for her horticulture specimen.

Shelia Weisensale will present the program, “Cooking with Herbs,” at the Oct. 9 meeting.

She will share cooked herbs with those attending.

Those wishing to attend are asked to contact Barbara Boor at bboor@comcast.net.

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project, citing vacancies in small businesses in the region.

He suggested that the developer build a new elementary middle and high school to offset those impacts. “Give us what we need,” Rubis said.

Although school impact numbers are still incomplete, Maloney said he didn’t envision the need for a new high or middle school associated with the project.

Beaverdam resident Corinne Dixon said she’s

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the Less Episcopal Church in Ashland. Again, due to needs for a larger space, it moved its operations to a building on U.S. 1 in 1999. In 2001, it purchased its current building located on Thompson Street

PHHS Orchestra to perform Nov. 28 at The Jefferson Hotel Friday, Dec. 14 – Lee-Davis High School Advanced Orchestra.

Monday, Dec. 17 -- Hanover High School Orchestra.

Performances are subject to change.

The 32nd annual Tree Lighting at The Jefferson Hotel on Monday, Nov. 26, will kick off the 2018 holiday season.

The event is free to the public and begins at 5 p.m. with live musical performances.

The tree lighting ceremony starts at 5:45 p.m. and will feature a host of Richmond’s most beloved holiday char-

acters.

Guests are invited to enjoy cookies, hot chocolate and cider following the lighting of the tree.

The hotel will be decorated for the season from Monday, Nov. 26, through Sunday, Jan. 6, 2019.

Hundreds of poinsettias, yards of garland and ribbon, thousands of twinkling lights and dozens of toy soldiers will adorn the public spaces.

The annual gingerbread display in the Palm Court Lobby will be constructed of hundreds of pounds of gingerbread, royal icing and candies.

“excited” about the project and having water and sewer extended to her property that is located on the north and south end of the project.

William Purvis has a residence across from the proposed development and said he is forced to regularly restrict outside activities at his home due to the smell that comes from the chicken processing plant located on U.S. 33.

“My outdoor activity is influenced by the smell of the chicken processing plant. Have you considered that for this project?” Purvis asked.

Geiger said the odor problem was one of the first concerns his company heard during community meetings. He said extensive improvements at the plant are designed to mitigate those problems and said having the development adjacent to the plant would enhance enforcement of that permit.

Nancy Patterson voiced concerns regarding traffic on U.S. 33 and questioned the validity of the traffic studies.

Martha Wingfield expressed her opposition to the project and said it was not

a good fit for Hanover County.

While she acknowledged the need for more tax revenue in Hanover, she contended that increase should come from commercial development, not adding more residential units.

She also was concerned about the process.

“Talking has been going on for a year and a half and we had our first chance last month to come down here and hear about it,” Wingfield said.

“I think this is not what’s best for the use of this property. I think we need to go back to the drawing board on this.”

on the west side of Ashland on U.S. 54.

Kiddie Kingdom has a long history of service to its students and staff.

The current organization’s director, Kathi Thomasson, is celebrating her 25th anniversary as director and there have been seven staff, over the years,

with even longer service to the students and mission of the organization. Also, five Board members have between 15 and 25 years of service to this educational organization.

Currently, the eight members of the Board, and the Kiddie Kingdom organization and staff, have a $20,000 fund-

raising project to purchase and establish sensory playground equipment for the students. To date, almost 40% of these funds have been raised or committed.

Donations may be made by mail to the above address or online to Kiddie Kingdom account on Facebook using the “Charity Fund Raiser” link.

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ICHMOND – Hanover County Public Schools will be representing by three orchestras and a chorus during The Jefferson Hotel’s Music at Midday concert series during the 2018 holiday season.

Performances, which start at noon in the Rotunda, are scheduled as follows: Wednesday, Nov. 28 -- Patrick Henry High School Orchestra.

Thursday, Dec. 13 -- Oak Knoll Middle School Eighth Grade Chorus – The Majestics.

Raffle tickets for Santa Train Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND – A raffle is underway for four tickets in a private rail car on the Ashland Santa Train.

The Colonial Crafts Rail Car will be traveling on Saturday, Dec. 8, with the Ashland Santa Train. Participants will enjoy a round-trip excursion to Williamsburg in a beautifully refurbished 1949 private rail car.

The value of the four tickets is $800, and may be used for adults and/or children.

One raffle ticket costs $10 or three may be purchased for $25.

To buy tickets, go to http://ashlandtrainday.com/raffle/.

The lucky winner will be chosen through a random generator and notified on Thursday, Nov. 8.

Proceeds from the Colonial Crafts Rail Car raffle benefit the Ashland Main Street Association.

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CALENDAR | News, Updates & Listings Saturday, Sept. 29 Hanover/Ashland AARP 5335 will hold a Yard Sale from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Ashland Moose Lodge/Moose Meadows at 11299 Washington Hwy. (U.S. 1) south of Ashland. Spaces are $15 each. Participants need to bring their own tables. Set-up begins at 7 a.m. For more information, call 804798-1373 and leave a message.

The Hanover Tavern Foundation is hosting the Hanover AutumnFest from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., providing food, craft beer, local wine, live music, and family fun. Musical talents Chad Hulsey, Nick Faulconer, and the Anvil Brothers will be taking part. Family activities include pumpkin picking, face painting, arts and crafts, a petting zoo, and a hay slide. For more information, visit www. hanovertavern.org.

A Cornhole Tournament will get underway with registration at 11 a.m. at the Pavilion Area of the Richmond East Moose Lodge at 7167 Flag Lane in Mechanicsville. The Militia Baseball Team Fundraiser has an entry fee of $40 per team before Sept. 28and $50 per team at registration. It will be a double elimination bracket, with large cash prizes, a raffle, and food and drink specials. No alcoholic beverages are permitted. There also will be a $10 Blind Draw tournament with an 80/20 split. Cornhole boards and bags will be provided. It is a rain or shine event. For more information, email dmparent2@ gmail.com.

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ery as a form of entertainment.

For others, the good for-

A 50th Reunion of the Lee-Davis High School Class of 1968 will be held from 5:30 to 10:30 p.m. at the Hanover Country Club in Ashland. For more information, contact Rebecca Bray by email at rdbraylaw@gmail.com or phone 804-647-4013.

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 804643-3509 or email danderson@cfpm. comcastbiz.net or Mary Pusey Cox at 804- 781-0508 or email ccoxjr10@ aol.com.

Saturday, Oct. 20 The Short Pump Ruritan Club will hold its 28th Annual Craft Show from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Short Pump Middle School at 4701 Pouncey Tract Rd. in Glen Allen. Vendors wishing to participate may get an application by calling call 804/387-6804 or emailing suebzink@aol.com.

The 1978 Class of Lee-Davis High School will hold its 40th reunion at The Via Club at Pebble Creek in Mechanicsville. As arrangements continue to progress, invitations will

tune of being out of the storm’s violent path left them with a feeling of neglect or solitude.

Still, others lamented the loss of a day of school that may be well needed when the

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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 self-help fellowship for the friends and family members of addicts who are in need of understanding and healing themselves. For details, call Sandy at 804-730-4812 or email sandy.leigh@ verizon.net.

Overcomers Outreach and Women’s Codependency, a Christcentered 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.

Tuesdays 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

winter storms arrive.

And, of course, more than a majority of the people I spoke with complained that the weather service had issued less than accurate predictions prior to the storm.

“You can never depend on what they say, “ one lady said to me.

I suppose advanced age has instilled a good sense of “Don’t look a gift horse in the mouth” philosophy in me, and I don’t exactly understand the disappointment or annoyance.

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instrument. High school students are welcome with parents’ permission. For more information, visit www.hanoverconcertband.org or call 804-789-0536.

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

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

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

It didn’t require an expert to realize the impacts of a storm that did, as the weather service predicted, slam into the East Coast with winds and more than 20 inches of rain, altering the lives of millions and costing more than dollars in damage.

Late Friday evening, I proceeded to the place that is second only to the National Weather Service regarding storm information: the local Waffle House.

While sitting at the counter

Thursdays The Rotary Club of Ashland meets at noon for lunch at the Henry Clay Inn at 114 N. Railroad Ave. in Ashland.

For more information, contact Jennifer Fox at 804-314-2834 or jfox@barnesfamilylaw.com.

Overcomers Outreach, a Christcentered anonymous support program offering hope and healing for recovering alcoholics, addicts and their families, meets at 7 .pm. at 7446 Adams Farm Rd. in Mechanicsville. For more information, call 804-366-6524 or email mjfaith1@gmail.com.

Second Mondays The WEB of Hope meets from 10 a.m. to noon the second Monday of each month (May 9, June 13, July 11, Aug. 8, Sept. 12, Oct. 10, Nov. 14 and Dec. 12) at the Black Creek Baptist Church at 6289 McClellan Road in Mechanicsville. The WEB of Hope group, an extension of the American Red Cross, meets to knit, crochet, sew and quilt for those that need assistance.

Gifts are distributed to such groups as the Pregnancy Resource Center, MCEF, Bless the Children, various Native American Reservations, etc.

Participants will learn how to knit and crochet if they don’t know how. For more information, call Laurie Wagner at 804-781-0338.

waiting for a waffle for one of my children, the conversation was brisk regarding the region’s good fortune to dodge such a hideous bullet.

Some laughed about the possibilities while others lamented the plight of the millions who still find themselves dealing with Florence, but one elderly gentleman had the most prolific view on the latest weather.

“There are two kinds of people when it comes to hurricanes,” he said. “There

are the ones who have lived through one and the ones who haven’t.”

This time, we are lucky enough to be included in that latter referenced group, and, if one lives long enough, you’ll find yourself in the first.

Either way, I was just thankful that our community was spared this time from the upheaval and heartbreak those wind and waves can bring, but also mature enough to know that next time, we might not be so lucky.

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By Rob Witham for Ashland-Hanover Local ASHLAND – Visiting Henrico shut down Patrick Henry Friday night, cruising to a 44-6 route over the Patriots.

The Patrick Henry defense struggled against a well-balanced Warrior offense that had no trouble running or passing the ball. Henrico quarterback Jalon Jones had a game high 140 rushing yards, while running back Eric McDaniels found the end zone on three occasions.

“They are a good team” Patrick Henry coach Keith Braxton said. “As good as advertised.”

For the Patriots, the game plan was to stay committed to the run. The team, however, managed only 40 yards on the ground on 31 rushing attempts.

The speedy Henrico defense was in the Patriot backfield on nearly every play, making it difficult for the hosts to build any momentum.

Things started off well enough for Patrick Henry. The defense delivered a three-andout on the Warriors’ first possession. The ensuing possession for the Patriots brought them to near midfield before the drive stalled.

On fourth down, the Patriots punted to Henrico return man Lamontre Satterwhite.

Satterwhite caught the ball on

his mark to receiver Jack Keck on a slant route for a big gain of 24 yards.

The drive would end three plays later when Warrior defender Rasheed Jackson intercepted a Sikkar pass and set up the Henrico offense inside Patriot territory.

Two plays later, Jackson would strike again, this time on offense. He lined up as the slot receiver and ran straight down the middle of the field. The Patriots failed to cover Jackson, leaving him wide open for an easy touchdown reception.

Henrico would climb to a 24-0 lead by halftime, and tack on three more touchdowns in the second half; one of which was a 61-yard quarterback scramble by Jalon Jones.

In the game’s final minutes, Patrick Henry was desperate to find something positive it could build on. Facing a home shutout defeat, the Patriot defense stepped up in a big way to provide the home crowd with something they could celebrate.

Henrico backup quarterback Hayden Vozar, who had taken over for Jones, moved the Warrior offense inside Patriot territory once again with less than five minutes remaining in Nick Liberante for The Local the contest.

Henrico’s Lamontre Satterwhite sprints past Patrick Henry defenders on a 70-yard punt return for a touchdown to open Henrico’s On second down with scoring in the first quarter of their 44-6 victory over the host Patriots Friday night. a short distance to go, Vozar his own 20-yard line, and ran sideline and cut up the field, touchdown.

Sikkar did his best to get some threw a pass that was tipped at to his left, setting up a bevy going untouched the rest of When Patrick Henry got momentum going the Patriots’ of blockers. Satterwhite got the the distance for the game’s first the ball back, quarterback Alex way. On a third-and-12, he hit see DUST, pg. 11

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Busch starts last, finishes first in playoff win

By Billy Fellin Richmond Suburban News HENRICO – Kyle Busch didn’t have the best starting position when the green flag fell on the Federated Auto Parts 400 Saturday night at Richmond Raceway.

In fact, he had the worst.

Busch started at the rear of the field due to unapproved adjustments to the car after damage during qualifying. But, despite the setback, he worked his way up through the field throughout the race.

After a restart on Lap 332, Busch and Brad Keselowski battled back-and-forth over the course of 40 laps. But Busch prevailed and secured the win at Richmond in the second race of the NASCAR Monster Energy Cup Series playoffs.

It was Busch’s 50th career win in the top-tier series and his sixth win at Richmond Raceway. It was his first win in the fall race at Richmond.

In addition, the win gave him a sweep of Monster Energy Cup races at Richmond Raceway this year.

“It’s really good to have the win,” he said. “Any time you can punch your ticket to the next round that makes it even better. I don’t know what was eluding us from winning in the fall. But, we got it done. The car wasn’t great early, but we made some adjustments and it really woke up.

“Winning anywhere is cool because you know you get to celebrate with your team and take home a trophy. The fall one is more special because it’s late in the season. It feels good to get a win later in the season.”

Busch and Keselowski started their battle on Lap 341 when Keselowski passed Busch after side-by-side with Keselowski other for the next 21 laps. stretch, side-by-side through the only caution of the race. on Lap 352 and the two were During that time, the two the corners and not allowing Busch came back and was within a car-length of each were drag racing down the back either car to gain much of an

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Above, Kyle Busch performs a celebratory burnout at the finish line following his worstto-first win in the Federated Auto Parts 400 at Richmond Raceway Saturday.

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Left, Kyle Busch howls in celebration in Victory Lane after winning the Federated Auto Parts 400.

advantage.

“It was a little nerve-wracking,” Busch’s crew chief Adam Stevens said of the battle. “He was pressing us as hard as we could to keep us behind him and Kyle was pressing as hard as he could to get by him.”

After Busch cleared Keselowski on Lap 363, Keselowski started fading from Busch’s bumper.

Kevin Harvick, who sat on the pole for the race, closed on Busch and Keselowski during their lengthy battle and pounced on Keselowski once he started to fade, passing him on Lap 372.

Harvick tried to run down

Busch, but ran out of time to catch the leader and finished second.

“We were definitely gaining a little bit of ground,” Harvick said. “But, we just ran out of time. It’s been a solid racetrack for us. We just haven’t had a winning car here. The Gibbs cars have been tough to beat here over the past few years.

Tonight was a good night to be good.”

“My stuff was really, really used up,” Busch said. “I lost tons of grip in those last 10 laps.”

Martin Truex Jr. dominated the first two stages of the race.

In the first stage, Truex took the lead from Harvick on Lap 40 and didn’t relinquish the lead for the duration of that stage, a space of 60 laps.

Truex led flag-to-flag in stage two as well.

All told, he led 163 of the race’s 400 laps, the most on the night by a long shot.

But, coming off pit road prior to stage three, Truex succumbed to an uncontrolled tire penalty on pit road and was sent back in the field.

“I just don’t know what we have to do to win one of these things,” Truex said. “To be so good and lead all these laps, we find all kinds of ways to miss it here. We recovered well and we did what we came here to do and that’s to move on to the next round.”

Chase Elliott finished fourth, Aric Almirola finished fifth, Austin Dillon was sixth, Kyle Larson was seventh, Jimmie Johnson was eighth, Keselowski was ninth and Clint Bowyer rounded out the top 10.

Former Chesterfield resident Denny Hamlin finished 16th.

It was the first time that Richmond hosted a playoff see BUSCH, pg. 11

Bell bookends race field for Go Bowling win four years in the mid-90s when I was growing up, trying to figure out how to drive. The Beach is just like this place,” Earnhardt said. “The surface is slick, wore out, there’s configuration banking – everything is so similar to Myrtle Beach.

When I came here, I thought, if there’s a track that I know how to get around, it’s got to be Richmond.”

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

By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor HENRICO – Christopher Bell started the Go Bowling 250 in front Friday night. He ended the race in the same position, but in between, he had to battle to stay near the front.

As the Go Bowling 250 entered the final 25 laps, it looked like Matt Tifft might steal away with the win.

But an accident in Turn 3 between Cole Custer and Justin Allgaier triggered a caution that gave Bell a chance to get the jump on the rest of the field.

He claimed his fifth and most important lead of the night on the final restart and held it to win the first Xfinity Series playoff race held at Richmond Raceway.

Bell said adjustments to the No. 20 Rheem Toyota by crew chief Jason Ratcliff were key.

“We weren’t the dominant car by any means,” he said. “But Jason did an excellent job of tuning that thing and getting it right at the right time. It was kind of the story of our day.

“Even qualifying, we were, I’m not going to say mid-back car, but I think we were fifth to tenth in each round of qualifying until the last round. He put the magic setup on it and we went out there and got the pole. … I was right there in the hunt and would fall back a little bit.

When it mattered, he put the tune-up on it.”

Bell took the lead in the Xfinity Series playoff race with

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the line of scrimmage. The ball hung up in the air and into the arms of Patrick Henry defensive back Samuel Williams.

Williams then scampered up

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Christopher Bell (foreground) and crew celebrate in Victory Lane after Bell wins the Go Bowling 250 at Richmond Raceway Friday.

Earnhardt’s appearance was no waste: He led 96 laps – the most of any driver and the most laps led in a race in his career – including 67 of the final 100 laps until Katherine Legge spun out in the grass down the front stretch and triggered the fourth of the race’s five cautions. Earnhardt ended up finishing third.

Richmond has always been a favorite of his.

“I raced [Myrtle] Beach for

2,090 points. Daniel Hemric (third) is second in points with 2,062. Allgaier, with an 11th -place finish after his late wreck, is third with 2,056 points. Ross Chastain (second) and Elliott Sadler (sixth in his final race at Richmond) round out the fourth and fifth spots in point standings, respectively.

It was an emotional night for Sadler, a native of Emporia who considers Richmond his home track. With him tonight

were more than two dozen family members – and his children gave the driver the command, “Start your engines.”

“It really hit me when my kids did the ‘Gentlemen, daddy, start your engines,’ and I could hear them,” Sadler said. “Man, that hit me hard. I have a lot of family and friends here and I love them to death and they know that. And they know what this race meant to me. My mom and dad brought me here

a long time, and next year I get to come back as a fan and sit up here and watch these guys do what they do.

“To be the last time on this track, I don’t have a win, but I have a lot of great memories here. I’ll cherish them the most -- but mostly with all my family and friends being here.”

Another emotional appearance was made by fan favorite Dale Earnhardt Jr., who retired from driving last year.

the home sideline taking it the distance for a 72-yard interception return.

“I was almost surprised how perfectly the ball landed into my hands” Williams said of the tipped pass. “Once I caught [the ball], it felt like a track meet, and I knew no one was going to

catch me.”

Williams’ touchdown provided a small celebration on what was an otherwise disappointing night for the Patriots.

The task will not get any easier this week. Patrick Henry will play host to another undefeated district foe – the Atlee Raiders.

Dan Fritz can be reached at H - McDaniels 13 run (Bryant kick) H –McDaniels 6 run (kick failed) sports@mechlocal.com.

race. Previously, the track was the final race prior to the playoffs beginning and had held that spot since the Chase format was introduced in 2004.

The win for Busch secured his spot in the Round of 12.

Keselowski had already secured his spot in the next round of the playoffs after his win the previous week at Las Vegas and Truex clinched a spot in the next round as well based on points.

The NASCAR Monster Energy Cup Series heads to Charlotte Motor Speedway for the third round of the playoffs and will race on the roval configuration there.

Billy Fellin is sports editor of Powhatan Today, Goochland Gazette and Cumberland Today.

He can be reached at wfellin@ powhatantoday.com.

Player no. 1 6-(minus 14).

PASSING H – Jones 61 run (Bryant kick) H: Jones 5 completions 12 H –McDaniels 3 run (Bryant kick) attempts 71 yards, 0 interceptions, Henrico 14 10 13 7 — 44 PH – Williams 72 interception Vozar 2-3-18-1; PH: Sikkar 4-13Patrick Henry 0 0 0 6 — 6 return (kick failed) 80-2.

RUSHING RECEIVING H – Satterwhite 80 punt return H: McDaniels 12 carries 83 yards, H: McDaniels 2 receptions (Bryant kick) H – Jackson 35 pass from Jones Jones 5-140, Neal 5-7, Vozar 1-8; 8 yards, Jackson 4-81, Goode 1-0; PH: Allen 1-2, Sikkar 11-13, Newell PH: Keck 1-24, Ford 1-5, Royall 1-6, (Bryant kick) 8-38, Ford 3-(minus 2), Sullivan 2-3, Tillman 1-45.

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ASHLAND – Market Ashland Partnership and the Kiwanis Club of Ashland will present Casino Royale to benefit Hanover County Public Schools through supplies and scholarships on Saturday, Oct. 6.

Described as a spectacular night of gaming, the event will be held from 6:30 to 11 p.m. at the Hanover Golf Club at 14314 Country Club Dr. in Ashland.

Games will include: Craps, Roulette, Blackjack, Poker, Texas Hold ’Em, and Horse Racing.

The evening also will include hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar. There will be prizes

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Tickets are $40 per person and may be purchased at AshlandVAKiwanis.org.

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TOWN OF ASHLAND NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Please take notice that on the 10th day of October 2018 at 7:00 p.m. at the Ashland Town Hall, 101 Thompson Street, Ashland, VA, the Ashland Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing for the purpose of receiving input, and may provide a recommendation on the following: CUP18-0907 R-MC Request for Athletic Field with Sports Lighting Randolph-Macon has applied for a conditional use permit in accordance with Sec. 21-128 (b) of the Ashland Town Code to operate an athletic field with sports lighting.

A copy of the request may be obtained by contacting Town Hall at (804) 798-1073. Written comments may be submitted to planning@ashlandva.gov or Town of Ashland, P.O. Box 1600, Ashland, VA 23005. All interested persons may attend and express their views. Any person with a disability requiring assistance in order to participate in this public hearing is asked to contact Town Hall in advance so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

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Nominations for R.E.B. Awards now being accepted ASHLAND – Nominations are now being accepted for the R.E.B. Awards for Distinguished Educational Leadership.

Students, parents, colleagues, school personnel and administrators, as well as community members, may nominate an outstanding principal by visiting https://www.cfrichmond.org/ Grantseekers/REB-Awards-for-DistinguishedEducational-Leadership.

The deadline is at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 8.

The R.E.B. Awards for Distinguished Educational Leadership will recognize four public school principals, one each from the counties of Chesterfield, Hanover, Henrico, and the City of Richmond. Each winner will receive a $15,000 grant – a $7,500 unrestricted cash grant to the principal and $7,500 to be used for school-based initiatives of the recipient’s choosing.

Nominees must have served as a principal of his/her school for at least three years.

Additionally, they must:

Manage effectively to promote excellence in education.

Demonstrate leadership and exemplify commitment.

Inspire their students and are advocates for their school and their faculty.

Encourage team spirit.

Foster cooperation between the school and the community.

Maintain dialogue with students, parents, faculty, and staff.

The program was developed by The Community Foundation and is funded by the R.E.B. Foundation. Since its inception in 2004, the program has awarded a total of $840,000 to 56 public school principals.

Information submitted by Chris R. Whitley, public information officer, Hanover County Public Schools.

SHERIFF’S REPORTS | Crime, Accidents, Fire & Rescue was reported in the 7400 block of Zorbas Lane, Mechanicsville.

Sept. 11

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 8400 block of Atlee Road, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 8000 block of Cold Harbor Road/Fast Lane, Mechanicsville.

Failure to appear on felony charge was reported in the 7500 block of County Complex Road, Hanover.

Failure to appear on felony charge was reported in the 7500 block of County Complex Road, Hanover.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 7400 block of Quiet Caper Court, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 8900 block of Lewistown Road, Ashland.

Trespassing after being forbidden to do so was reported in the 7800 block of Silktree Place, Mechanicsville.

Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported in the 7100 block of Pole Green Road, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, subsequent offense, was reported in the 3400 block of Interstate 295 South, Mechanicsville.

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $1,000, in the 9100 block of Atlee Road/Chamberlayne Road, Mechanicsville.

ID theft to obtain ID to avoid arrest was reported in the 8100 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Sept. 13

Sept. 12

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 7500 block of Cold Harbor Road, Mechanicsville.

reported in the 8000 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/ Cold Harbor Road, Mechanicsville.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 9000 block of Annex Lane, Mechanicsville.

Failure to stop for a school bus flashing lights

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 8000 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/ Cold Harbor Road, Mechanicsville.

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

Possession of marijuana, subsequent offense, was

Threats of death or bodiy injury by letter or electronic means was reported in the 8000 block of Lee-Davis Road, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, subsequent offense, was reported in the 3700 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, subsequent offense, was reported in the 11000 block of Richardson Road, Ashland.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 8000 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/ Cold Harbor Road, Mechanicsville.

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $1,000, in the 200 block of Ashcake Road, Ashland.

Simple assault was reported in the 10400 block of Comanche Lane, Glen Allen.

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

Simple assault was reported in the 6300 block of Gemstone Place, Mechanicsville.

larceny, assault armed, was reported in the 9000 block of Mercury Court, Mechanicsville.

Sept. 14

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 8100 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/Henrico County, Mechanicsville.

Violation of a protective order (general) was reported in the 7200 block of Courtland Farm Road, Hanover.

Sept. 15

Failure to appear on felony charge was reported in the 7500 block of County Complex Road, Hanover.

Grand larceny building was reported in the 6100 block of Stockade Drive, Mechanicsville.

Simple assault was reported in the 13200 block of Hanover Courthouse Road, Hanover.

Possession of marijuana, subsequent offense, was reported in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road/ Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Petit larceny shoplifting was reported in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road, ,Mechanicsville.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 7400 block of Quiet Caper Court, Mechanicsville.

Breaking and entering a house to commit

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

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $1,000, in the 11000 block of Old Ridge Road/Fountain Road, Ashland.

Concealment, price altering, $500, third offense, was reported in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

Petit larceny shoplifting was reported in the 9100 block of Chamberlayne Road, Mechanicsville.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 9000 block of Edgewater Circle, Mechanicsville.

Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 8000 block of Ellerson Station Drive, Mechanicsville.

Sept. 16

Assault and battery of a family member was reportedin the 16100 block of Woodman Hall Road, Montpelier.

Simple assault was

reported in the 7100 block of Haynes Drive, Mechanicsville.

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $1,000, in the 8000 block of Davis Avenue/Shady Grove Road, Mechanicsville.

Simple assault was reported in the 7700 block of Walnut Grove Road, Mechanicsville.

Petit larceny, $500 not from a person, was reported in the 6000 block of Shiloh Place, Mechanicsville.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 8000 block of Peaks Road/Hanover Courthouse Road, Hanover.

Sept. 17

ID theft ID to defraud, $200, was reported in the 9200 block of Rochdale Court, Mechanicsville.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 8200 block of Perryville Court, Mechanicsville.

Petit larceny building was reported in the 13000 block of Winston Road, Ashland.

Grand larceny from auto was reported in the 7100 block of Garden Park Lane, Mechanicsville.

Simple assault was reported in the 13200 block of Mountain Road, Glen Allen.

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