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Affordable housing easier said than done

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SHLAND — The 16th Annual Ashland Train Day is pulling into downtown Ashland on Nov. 3. To keep things fresh and interesting for repeat visitors and new visitors, Ashland Main Street Association is introducing new activities this year.

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ASHLAND – Ashland Town Council began a discussion regarding a topic that perplexes and challenges communities nationwide: the problem of providing affordable housing for its residents. Council has planned three presentations to start that conversation, and the first took

place at the Oct. 16 regular meeting. “This is a setting the table type presentation that prepares for us the discussions. Can we agree on the facts? This is about informed decision-making.” Town Manager Joshua Farrar said. In the first of three meetings see HOUSING, pg. 11

Planning Commission holds second workshop regarding Lake District By Jim Ridolphi for Ashland-Hanover Local HANOVER -- A second workshop session regarding a proposed mixed use project near the Henrico County line just off U.S. 33 provided some answers regarding the fiscal impact of the massive development, but also

raised a number of additional questions. Hanover County hired a consultant to gauge those capital and operational impacts associated with the Lake District project and representatives from that firm presented their findings in a workshop session

at Thursday’s regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting, the second scheduled to consider the project. Planning Director David Maloney said the purpose of the consultant’s study was to achieve a more clear undertanding of capital and opera-

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The Montpelier Center upcoming events Staff Report news@mechlocal.com MONTPELIER – The coming weeks will be busy for The Montpelier Center, which is hosting several activities. The schedule includes: Friday, Oct. 26 – 6 p.m. -- Family Movie Night. Bring blankets and pillows to set up the perfect spot for watching a movie on the big screen. The Montpelier Center will be screening “Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation.” Snacks will be available for purchase. This event is free to the public. Saturday, Nov. -- 7:30 p.m. -- The Montpelier Center Barn Bash. Put on your dancin’ shoes for a down-home country

concert featuring a performance by The Mullins Sisters. BBQ and beverages will be available for purchase. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., with music being performed from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 at the door. Tuesday, Nov. 13 -- 7p.m. -- History Returns to The Montpelier Center. A professional actor who loves history brings Patrick Henry to Montpelier. Enjoy Charles Wissinger’s portrayal of Hanover County’s favorite son along with a look at historically accurate costumes. Patrick Henry (Charles) also will be the final judge for “A Slice of History,” The Montpelier Center’s 2nd Annual Pie-Baking Contest. This event is free to the public. Thanks are extended to St. John’s Church Foundation

for partnering with The Montpelier Center for the event. Sunday, Nov. 11 – 2 to 4 p.m. -- 12th Annual Grand Local Holiday Show & Sale. Art Exhibit Opening Reception featuring the works of local artists from Hanover, Henrico, Louisa, and Goochland counties. The public is invited to attend the opening reception of this gallery exhibit that celebrates local art and artists. Refreshments will be provided. This event is free to the public. The exhibit will be on display Nov. 7 through Jan. 7, 2019. All events will be held at The Montpelier Center for Arts & Education at 17205 Mountain Rd. in Montpelier. For more information, call 804-8837378 or visit www.montpeliercenter.org.

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Staff Report news@mechlocal.com MECHANICSVILLE – The deadline for entries in the Mechanicsville Rotary/Ruritan Christmas Parade is drawing

near. Applications must be received by Thursday, Nov. 1, and are available online at Mechanicsvillerotary.org. Organizers have been encouraging more participants

“to make this year's parade extra exciting for all ages.” The parade will begin at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 2, in the Village of Mechanicsville. Among entries urged to join in the afternoon event are horseback riding groups, majorettes, tractor pulling tractors, race cars, musical groups (walking or riding),

clowns, hot rods, go-kart type small cars, color guards, patriotic groups, military groups, military vehicles, American flags and monster trucks. Rules and regulations also are on the website. For more information, contact Ronnie Planz at 804244-1700 or mrcparade@aol. com.

Quigley receives Girl Scout Gold Award Caroline Quigley, the daughter of Steve and Michelle Quigley of Beaverdam, recently earned her Girl Scout Gold Award. She is a member of Girl Scout Troop 490. For her project, she introduced the game of Field Hockey to local elementary school students.

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SHERIFFâ€™S REPORTS | Crime, Accidents, Fire & Rescue Oct. 10

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 6400 block of Bellflower Circle, Mechanicsville.

Petit larceny parts was reported in the 7100 block of Ellerson Mill Circle, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, subsequent offense, was reported in the 8100 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/Edgeworth Road, Mechanicsville.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 10100 block of Ashglade Court, Ashland. Driver did not report an accident with damages, $1,000, in the 8300 block of Meadowbridge Road, Mechanicsville. Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 3700 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 3800 block of Elm Drive/Connor Road, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, subsequent offense, was reported in the 500 block of South Washington Highway, Ashland.

DWI, third offense in 10 years, was reported in the 6500 block of Creighton Road, Mechanicsville. Grand larceny building was reported in the 5500 block of Pole Green Road, Mechanicsville. Driving under the influence of alcohol was reported in the 10900 block of Leadbetter Road, Ashland. Hit and run injury or death failure to notify police was reported in the 10300 block of Leadbetter Road/Cheroy Road, Ashland.

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Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 9200 block of Totopotomoy Trail, Ashland. Annoying phone calls were reported in the 11200 block of Gwathmey Church Road, Ashland.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 9100 block of Atlee Road, Mechanicsville.

Petit larceny, $500 not from a person, was reported in the 7000 block of Extreme Way, Hanover.

Driving under the influence of alcohol was reported in the 10100 block of Washington Highway/Kings Acres Road, Glen Allen.

DWI, third offense in five years, was reported in the 6300 block of Tammy Lane, Mechanicsville.

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Driver did not report an accident with damages, $1,000, in the 7300 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

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

Credit card fraud, $200 in six months, was reported in the 7200 block of Battle Hill Drive, Mechanicsville.

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $500, in the 11400 block of Air Park Road/Barret Park Road, Ashland.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 9000 block of Chamberlayne Road/Interstate 295 to Chamberlayne Road, Mechanicsville.

Driving under the influence of alcohol was reported in the 7500 block of Mechanicsville Bypass/ Cold Harbor Road, Mechanicsville.

Unlawful bodily injury was reported in the 10000 block of Holly Road, Mechanicsville.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 18200 block of Shiloh Church Road, Bumpass.

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Possession of Schedule I and II controlled substance was reported in the 11100 block of Cobbs Road/ Elmont Road, Glen Allen.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 17100 block of Dunns Chapel Road, Montpelier. Forging was reported in the 9200 block of Chamberlayne Road, Mechanicsville.

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

Simple assault was reported in the 10100 block of Lewistown Road, Ashland.

Destruction of property, monument, valued at $1,000, was reported in the 11500 block of Doswell Road/Old Ridge Road, Doswell.

Violation of a protective order was reported in the 18200 block of Teman Road, Beaverdam. Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 9200 block of East Patrick Henry Road,

Petit larceny parts was reported in the 7000 block of Covenant Woods Drive, Mechanicsville.

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OBITUARIES | Death Notices & Funerals NANCY HARRIS LAWSON Nancy Harris Lawson, 79, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday October 16, 2018, peacefully passing in her home. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Fred G. Lawson Sr. She is survived by her sons, Fred Lawson Jr. and Gary Lawson; Gary's wife, Patricia; daughter, Cheryl Lawson; and grandchildren, Ashley, Amanda, Richard and Erin. Affectionately known as "Nanny" to many, Nancy loved her family, especially

the time she spent raising her grandchildren. Graveside services were held at 11 a.m. on Friday, October 19, 2018, at Hopeful Baptist Church at 14340 Hopeful Church Road in Montpelier.

TAMMY LISA PRYOR Tammy Lisa Pryor, born April 21, 1965, to the late Ruben and Lillie Pryor, departed this life October 18, 2018, at ManorCare-Richmond. She leaves to cherish her memory one son, Tyrell Jefferson;

one brother, Kenneth Ray Pryor (Cynthia); sister-in-law, Sherry Pryor; five nephews, Reimonde, Jason, Keith, PRYOR Shawn and Timothy Pryor; and a host of other relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. today (Wednesday, October 24, 2018) at Bethany Baptist Church in Montpelier, with Rev. Patrick Jones officiating.

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er, George (Sharon) Street; and his nephews, Zachary and Joshua Street. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Agnes Street; and his infant son, James Watkins Street. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, October 27, 2018, at St. James the Less Episcopal Church in Ashland. Memorial gifts may be made to the James Street Memorial Fund at The Arc of Hanover, 417 England St., Ashland, VA 23005.

DAWN L. THORPE-SPROUSE Dawn L. Thorpe-Sprouse, 52, of Ashland, went to be with the Lord, her mom, dad and grandmother on Monday, October 15, 2018. She is survived by her husband of 30 years, THORPEB e r n a rd SPROUSE Sprouse; three children, Corey, Ashley and Samantha Sprouse; two stepdaughters, Patricia Barrett and Melissa Grawvunder; eight grandchildren; three brothers, Donald, Doug and John Thorpe; as well as several nieces and nephews. Dawn was a former member of Ashland Rescue Squad. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, October 20, 2018, at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home at 8014 Lee-Davis Road.

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ASHLAND -- Bethel Community Church will be hosting an Applebee's Flapjack Fundraiser breakfast on Saturday, Oct. 27, to support its "Refill Students' Backpacks" drive in January, as well as fund construction of an ADA entrance ramp at the church. The event will be at the Ashland Applebee's at 101 S. Carter St. Since it will be the

Prestigious honor recognizes servant-leaders who strengthen and highlight the region

SHLAND – The Richmond Times-Dispatch (RTD) has named Dr. Michael Gill, superintendent of Hanover County Public Schools, as a 2018 RTD Person of the Year honoree. Gill is one of only 25 individuals selected for this distinguished honor that recognizes servant-leaders and others who strengthen and highlight the Richmond region. “I am honored to be considered for such a prestigious award and part of a group of honorees who have contributed so much in our area. I feel privileged to serve the students of Hanover County, and I am fortunate to work alongside so many talented and dedicated professionals who always have our students’ best interests at heart. Our sustained success is reflective of their efforts, as well as the remarkably strong support of our community that continues to support a robust public education system in Hanover County,” Gill said. The RTD invites nominations from

MANCHESTER, New Hampshire – Nathan Letteri of Ashland was named to the Dean’s List for the second (spring) semester of the 2017-2018 school year at Saint Anselm College in Manchester, New Hampshire. To be eligible for the honor, a student must have achieved a grade point average of 3.1 or better in the semester with at least 12 credits of study which award a letter grade. Letteri is an engineering physics major in the class of 2021.

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Upcoming R-MC cultural events Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND – The 2018 fall semester at Randolph-Macon College is well underway, and cultural arts events also are filling the calendar. This month’s activities include: Friday and Saturday, Oct. 26-27 – 7 p.m. in the Cobb Theatre, R-MC Center for the Performing Arts. Closet Land by Radha Bharadwaj. Directed by Ashley Snead, 2019. Originally a 1991 film, this gripping psychological thriller follows Man as he pushes Woman to her mental, physical and emotional limits. As the torture builds, secrets are revealed, and the audience is forced to follow the characters on a journey to Closet Land. (Note: Not suitable for viewers under the age

of 16.) Tickets: Free for R-MC students, faculty and staff; $5 for general public. Box Office: 804-752-7316 Saturday, Oct. 27 -- 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Dollar Tree Room, Brock Commons. Eyes on Immigration Series: UndocuAlly Training. Learn how to be an ally to immigrants in your community. Students from VCU’s UndocuRAMs will offer UndocuAlly Training for students, faculty and community members. This program gives an overview of the history, laws and policies affecting undocumented youth, as well as practical ways in which to work with them. Presented in collaboration with R-MC’s Office of Campus Ministry. Space is limited; RSVP: patriciareagan@rmc.edu. Free.

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The RTD will announce one of them as the 2018 RTD Person of the Year during a private luncheon to be held on Monday, Dec. 10, where honorees and their guests will be recognized individually and as a group. The 2018 honorees will be featured in the December edition of the RTD’s Discover Richmond magazine, which publishes on Tuesday, Dec. 11. The magazine captures not just how the honorees have shaped the region but who they are as individuals behind their titles and accomplishments. The RTD introduced its Person of the Year program in 2015, which was the 165th anniversary of the RTD and the 40th anniversary of its Discover Richmond publication. To celebrate its milestone of service to Richmond, the RTD developed a civic recognition program to honor individuals who serve or achieve in our region.

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Remembering a man who defined service By Melody Kinser Managing Editor

hose who have never been exposed to the world of emergency services may not fully understand the family type relationship and environment members share. However, the untimely and tragic death of Lt. Brad Clark of Station 6, Hanover Fire-EMS, has affected our county in a way we will never forget. Even if you didn’t know Clark, I’m sure you, like me, felt a huge loss. Everything that has been said or written about him was positive. He was a local resident who truly served his community

and gave his all to his chosen profession. He may have been one of those who knew at an early age that he wanted to become a firefighter. Learning of his passing in a horrible accident that took place while he was on-site helping others was heart-breaking. Prayers immediately were said for his family, friends and Fire-EMS colleagues. I’ve mentioned in the past that I had the honor to serve on the Board of Directors for the ambulance authority in my home county. That’s when I first became aware of the camaraderie of those who literally risk their lives to help us. I was impressed to witness the bond they shared, knowing they were working together for the betterment of their community. That’s how it was with Clark -- he served for us. This is being written a couple of hours before Clark’s family,

friends and brothers and sisters in emergency services gather to say their final goodbyes. We have kept them in our prayers throughout the morning. Without a doubt, we know there will be an overwhelming crowd attending his funeral. He was loved and respected -- and he leaves an admirable legacy in Hanover County. We also continue to pray for the two injured firefighters who were involved in the same wreckage as Clark. Brad Clark made a difference in Hanover County, and he set an example for us to follow in how we serve and respond to our neighbors. Hanover County was blessed to have had him among us. In closing, keep your thoughts and prayers with Clark’s family, as well as those at Hanover Fire-EMS. We share their grief.

Firefighter’s death leaves a community stunned and saddened By Jim Ridolphi Contributing Columnist While most of us sat safely in our homes when the remnants of Hurricane Michael ripped through our area last week, a few brave public servants did not have that luxury. Some of us lost power for a few hours, while others escaped the episode of heavy rain, winds and tornados largely unscathed. Most of us were concentrating on constant news updates about tor-

nado and flood watches, keeping us alert to the danger that could arise. And just when the winds and rain were at their height, a firetruck rolled out of Station 6 responding to a two-vehicle accident on Interstate 295 just north of Pole Green Road. The men on that truck were not deterred by the torrential downpours, high winds or threats of tornados. They departed the firehouse on a familiar mission, helping and assisting people in need. No one knew or imagined that,

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for one of those firefighters, it was the last time he would roll our of that firehouse on U.S. 301. It’s easy for those of us who don’t risk our lives in that type of service to take their dedication and bravery for granted, but, on a night like this, their devotion is hard to overlook. The conditions were horrendous as the truck arrived, lights activated with the four men aboard focused on what they do best: save lives. In an instant, the lives of those four Hanover Fire/EMS men

changed as a tractor-trailer slammed into the back of the parked truck. Now, I suppose we’ve become accustomed to hearing death tolls associated with these types of storms, but when one of those fatalities hits so close to home it makes us reflect on the sacrifice that a few make regularly to keep our communities safe. The loss of Bradford “Brad” Clark leaves a community in shock, a county that finds it hard to resume normal activities with such a tragic void so fresh in their collective

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memories. The impact on this community was not lost on top state officials including the Governor, as they met with firefighters and their families the week of the accident at Station 6. It’s also recognized by the hundreds of people whose lives were touched by Lt. Clark, a military veteran whose friends describe as a “man’s man.” His loss reminds a community of the selfless sacrifice these public servants make every day of their lives, thinking little of all the things that could go wrong, and concentrating on how they can make someone else’s life safer or more secure. When newscasters continue to update the death toll associated with Hurricane Michael, those numbers equate to the pain of loss for Hanoverians. As the county prepares to memorialize and say its final goodbyes and thank yous to Brad Clark, the condolences of a community are extended with a sense of sincerity see FIREFIGHTER, pg. 12

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Randolph-Macon goes on OT for victory By Rob Witham for Ashland-Hanover Local ASHLAND – After three dominant performances to begin Old Dominion Athletic Conference play, RandolphMacon entered Saturday’s Homecoming game with Bridgewater a certain favorite. However, if there were any Yellow Jackets who didn’t believe there were no down weeks in conference play, they do now. Randolph-Macon saw a 17-0 lead evaporate as Bridgewater scored 24 unanswered points before it fought back to force overtime, finally clinching the victory on a 2-yard pass from Burke Estes to Robby Owens in the second extra session for a 44-41 victory in front of 3,216 fans at Day Field. “I think the last three weeks we’ve had some things go our way,” said Yellow Jacket head coach Pedro Arruza. “We’ve been able to jump on some teams. I don’t know if flat is the right word. I don’t think we played well, but our kids kept battling and battling. You have to give Bridgewater credit.” For most of the first half, it seemed like it would be another Saturday in the mode of the Yellow Jackets’ recent successes. Chris Vidal’s 35-yard field goal opened the scoring in the first quarter, then Tre Frederick broke off a 65 yard touchdown

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Randolph-Macon running back Tre Frederick (5) sprints away from Bridgewater defensive back Isaiah Williams (23) for a 62-yard touchdown run in the Yellow Jackets’ 44-41 double overtime victory over the visiting Eagles at Day Field Saturday.

run early in the second for a 10-0 lead. After stopping the Eagles’ offense, Eric Hoy was the recipient of a lucky break, recovering a fumble on a punt return at the Bridgewater 46. Eight plays

later, Estes found Sam Tanner (Lee-Davis) for an 8-yard touchdown reception in the back of the end zone. But Bridgewater ended the half on an 18-play, 71-yard drive capped by a 29-yard field

goal from Logan Weis to cut the halftime margin to 17-3. It was a portent of things to come. Randolph-Macon’s defense spent the second half in a complete fit of frustration, as Bridgewater converted on 9-of-

12 third down plays, scoring 21 unanswered points in a 15:13 stretch that started the second half. In that span, the Yellow Jacket offense gained just 27 total yards. Down 24-17, Randolph-

Macon finally woke up, compiling a seven-play drive highlighted by a 51-yard pitch and catch from Estes to Hoy, who faked on a jet sweep and found himself all alone down the left sideline. On the next play, Frederick scored his second touchdown, from 2 yards, to tie the game at 24-24 with 12:10 left. Bridgewater quarterback Jay Scroggins, who passed for 310 yards and rushed for 62, led the Eagles on another scoring drive, capped by a 15-yard run from Demetreus Jalepes, as they regained the lead 31-24. The Yellow Jackets’ conference lead was now in jeopardy. But Frederick, a senior, broke through a hole for a 62-yard touchdown run to tie the game at 31-31. Then, finally, the Yellow Jacket defense made a stand, as Bridgewater stalled at the Randolph-Macon 46, deciding to throw two Hail Marys towards the end zone in the final seconds of regulation. Both passes were knocked aside, forcing the first overtime game for the Yellow Jackets in a decade. Randolph-Macon began on offense, riding Frederick, who earned 12 yards, and Hoy, who nabbed 13, including a 4-yard touchdown run, for the 38-31 lead. Bridgewater answered on their possession from the 25, Scroggins finding Devonte see OT, pg. 10

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Patriots retool for comeback over Wildcats By Daniel Fritz for Ashland-Hanover Local ASHLAND – Patrick Henry went into the locker room at halftime trailing the Armstrong Wildcats by a touchdown. The offense looked dismal, failing sustain any consistency, and giving the Wildcats the ball with good field position. If the Patriots wanted to secure a homecoming victory, they would need to find a spark on offense. Enter Alex Sikkar. Sikkar has spent the season splitting reps at quarterback with freshman Jayden Mines. On Friday night, Mines got the start and played the entire first half. He and the rest of the Patriots managed only one first down during that span. With Sikkar at the helm, that would change, and the Patriots would leave the field with a 13-8 victory. The turn of the tide came while the homecoming court was being introduced on the field, Patrick Henry coach Keith Braxton informed his team of the adjustments being made in the second half. “[Coach] came up to me and told me I was going in at quarterback” Sikkar said. “He said, ‘We know you can do it, now let’s go get it.’ ” The Patriots returned to the field with a new level of energy. The defense continued to bend, but not break against the Armstrong offense. They stopped the Wildcats on consecutive fourth down attempts on their first two possessions of the half. The second stop came following a critical sack of Wildcat quarterback Jacqueal Thomas by Patriot defensive lineman Kevin Gholson. The Patriots took over near midfield. A pass interference call advanced the ball to the

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Patrick Henry quarterback Alexander Sikkar celebrates his 24-yard touchdown run at 2:31 in the thrid quarter to help his Patriots rally past visiting Armstrong 13-8 Friday night. The Wildcats had held Patrick Henry scoreless in the first half in taking a 8-0 lead.

Wildcat 30-yard line. A few plays later, Sikkar called his own number, running right up the middle and past the safety for a Patrick Henry touchdown. “The blocking was great” Sikkar said. “All I had to do was make one move against the safety, and it was easy from there.”

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The Sikkar touchdown seemed to change the momentum of the game. Although the Patriots still trailed by two points, both the team and the crowd were beginning to feel reenergized. The ensuing kickoff pushed Armstrong all the way back to their own 2-yard line. The

Patrick Henry defense stiffened, not letting the Wildcats off their own goal line, and forcing them to punt on fourth down from inside their own endzone. The punt was partially blocked, and the Patriots took over once again with great field position to start the fourth quarter.

A few plays later, Sikkar hit his receiver Antonio Ford on a slant route. After catching the pass, Ford was immediately contacted by a defender and the ball went squirting into the endzone and was picked up by Armstrong. After several suspenseful minutes, the referee confirmed

that Ford had already crossed the plane of the goal line prior to losing the ball, and thus, the Patriot touchdown would stand. The score gave Patrick Henry the lead for the first time in the game. Now it was up to the Patriot defense to preserve the victory. Armstrong quarterback Jacqueal Thomas threw for over 120 yards on the night and accounted for another 93 yards on the ground. Containing him was no easy assignment for coach Braxton’s defense. With only a few minutes left the game, Armstrong had the ball near midfield. After a penalty and a Patriot sack, they were forced into a third-andlong. Thomas took the snap and scrambled to his right because of pressure from the Patriots’ line. He then attempted to force a pass into coverage that was intercepted by James Epps. Following the interception, Patrick Henry was able to grind out another first down, forcing the Wildcats to use their timeouts. Armstrong would have one more chance, needing to go 75-yards in the final seconds. After connecting on a double pass to around midfield, Thomas brought the Wildcats to the line of the scrimmage for one final play. Pressure caused him to step up in the pocket and throw and errant pass that fell harmlessly to the turf as the clock hit zero. The Patriots earned their second win of the season, which is key to building towards the future. “The young guys are learning how to play” Braxton said after game. “We’ll try to build on this win and keep things going the next few weeks.” Daniel Fritz can be reached at sports@mechlocal.com.

Austin steals away with Dominion Classic win By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor HENRICO – Even though defending Dominion Energy Charity Classic champion Bernhard Langer started the final round of the tournament three strokes off the lead, he still looked to be the man to beat when play resumed at the Country Club of Virginia’s James River Course Sunday morning. But Woody Austin, who likewise began three strokes back of leader Jay Haas with a two-day score of 136, changed the script. Langer, who in the two previous days had performed well on the back nine, struggled to find a birdie. Austin, on the other hand, made four on the front nine Sunday and added two more on the back – including a critical birdie on the 18th hole that gave him a two-stroke lead over Langer – to claim the championship and move into eighth place in the Charles Schwab Cub standings as they head into the second week of the PGA Champions Tour playoffs. Austin joked about his spoiler role. “Yeah, it seemed like [Langer] couldn’t quite get it over the hump, you know,” Austin said. “I’m not going to feel bad for the guy. The guy’s kind of had things go his way for the last 12 years.” It’s not like things didn’t go Langer’s way. While he finished in a three-way tie for fourth after the second round with Austin and Billy Mayfair, Langer birdied the 18th hole to finish just a stroke behind Austin. He shot over par just once, triple-putting No. 5 for his only bogey of the day. But it was the missed birdie putts that took a toll. “I made a couple important ones and then I missed a couple

important ones, especially the one on 16,” Langer said. “I hit three really good shots and had about a 6-footer, something like that, and I just didn’t hit it hard enough. It broke away.” He said the Country Club of Virginia course is always a challenge – one made worse by the conditions Sunday. “These greens are maybe some of the hardest greens to read of all the greens we play, at least that’s what I find. I saw a couple other guys shake their heads, too,” Langer said. “Definitely, the wind made it a lot harder. I think that’s why the scores are higher today. It was cold and quite windy.” The challenging conditions, however, played to Austin’s strengths. “I really enjoy a difficult test,” he said. “I showed even at the Senior British, the worst conditions the last day and I played phenomenal in those conditions and moved all the way up tied for sixth … I enjoy even par meaning something. That’s my game. “I mean, if I can get it to where it’s hard, I’ll just make a couple birdies just hitting good shot after good shot. I just don’t make 20-footers on a regular basis like these guys do. So you get me to a golf course where I don’t have to on a regular basis, I’ve got a chance.” Nevertheless, Austin made more than a couple of birdies on the final day. Getting so many early helped his confidence. “I hit a real good shot on the first hole, made a really good putt on the first hole, so that gets you in a good mindset,” he said. “Then I stuffed it on the par 3 No. 4. to 4 feet. … Then No. 9 was a tap-in. I chipped it up there to about 6 inches. “It’s like anything, if you can give yourself enough chances, which is what I did … I got the break I needed at the end. I kept

he needed an eagle to force a playoff. He faced a longer chip for his third shot, and likewise dropped it about a club-length away from the hole. But close was not close enough. Haas had struggled somewhat on the front nine, with two bogeys on the fifth and eighth holes. But he was still very much in charge until he double bogeyed the 14th hole. He finished in a three-way tie for third with Fran Quinn and Kent Jones. “I played the first four holes like a champ, then got off the rails a little bit,” Haas said. “Had a good look at 13 for a birdie and left it short and then just made a mess of No. 14. That hole in the past has given me a big headache.” Langer remains at the top of the Charles Schwab Cup standings. Austin, with his win, leaped 11 places in the standings to eighth place. Jones improved 12 places to 32nd place and Haas 13 places to 36th. Quinn, who was looking to be eliminated from the playoffs without a big improvement, got the biggest boost on the week, climbing from 64th place to 45th – comfortably above the cutoff to advance to the second round this week at the Invesco QQQ Championship at Sherwood Country Club in Thousand Oaks, California. Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com. Dominion Energy Charity Classic (At Country Club of Virginia, Jamestown Course, par 72) Top 10: 1. Woody Austin 68-6869—205; 2. Bernhard Langer 70-66Joel Klein for The Local 70—206; 3. (tie) Fran Quinn 67-71Dominion Energy Charity Classic winner Woody Austin watches his birdie attempt just slip by on 69—207, Kent Jones68-69-70—207, the 17th hole of the Country Club of Virginia’s James River Course Sunday. Jay Haas 68-65-74—207; 6. (tie) Tom Gillis 69-70-69—208, Billy myself in there long enough and just beyond the fringe of the about a club-length away which Mayfair 9-67-72—208, 8. (tie) Jesper green, and the ball hit and rolled he sank for a two-stroke lead Parnevik 71-70-68—209; Glen Day fortunately got it.” 69-69-71—209, Vijay Singh 69-69The break Austin got came straight for the pin – but just a over Langer. 71—209, Marco Dawson 70-68Langer, in the next group, 71—209, Scott Parel 71-67-71—209, on this third shot on the par-5 little too fast. It bounced off the 18th hole. He chipped in from flag, but left him a birdie putt wasn’t ready to concede, but Gene Sauers 69-68-72—209.

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Patriots win grueling match against Raiders By Rob Witham and Dave Lawrence Ashland-Hanover Local ASHLAND – The move of Patrick Henry in 2017 from Class 5 to Class 4 stole a level of energy and excitement from its boys volleyball rivalry with Atlee. Thus, no longer destined to have a third (or fourth) meeting come November, bragging rights were on the line on Oct. 16 when the Raiders came to Ashland looking to take a win on their rival’s home court as the Patriots did to them earlier in the season. For a late-season encounter, both teams showed flaws. Both coaches saw work that still needed to be done. But, in an unusual twist, while Patrick Henry took a four-set victory (25-23, 25-23, 19-25, 25-22), it was Atlee head coach Randy Jones showing more optimism post-match. “We’re right there in the top three of the region, Glen Allen and Deep Run being the favorites,” Jones noted. “We’re right there behind them. We’ve just got to cut out our mental errors. We make more unforced errors than those teams, it seems. If we eliminate those come playoff time, we stand a chance against either one of them.” “That’s probably the best we’ve played as a team together in quite a few weeks. We kind of look like we’re just going through the motions,” said Patrick Henry head coach Michael Townsend of his concerns over his team’s performance. “There’s no dire urge to get the very next point. Iit’s like, let’s walk through this until it’s 20-20, and then we’ll start playing.” Jaxon Delgado led the Patriots with 14 kills, while C.W. McIlhenny had 13 and

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Patrick Henry’s Ethan Stiles (8) leads a celebration after a point in the Patriots’ 3-2 win on Oct. 16.

Jarrett Carrano 12. Carrano also notched a pair of aces and 17 digs. Atlee (11-5) was led by Mason Ellenberger and Daniel Hooper, each tallying 17 kills, while Nick Conway had 45 assists to go with 11 digs. The Patriots, who finish the regular season 14-3, begin postseason play Tuesday in the Class 4, Western Section tournament while Atlee will likely

host a Region 5B quarterfinal on the same night. Meanwhile, Nick Rodgers had 10 kills and 16 assists for Lee-Davis as the Confederates exacted revenge from an earlier loss to rival Hanover with a sweep at home, 25-18, 25-22, 25-19. The Hawks were led by Connor Askew with 10 kills, 12 assists, and 11 digs. Hawks outlast Confederates

MECHANICSVILLE – Hanover may not have needed a tiebreaker to dispatch LeeDavis in a cross-county girls volleyball match on Oct. 16, but that does not mean the Hawks were in any less of a fight. The resilient Confederates made Hanover work hard – with many well-contested points – before succumbing to the Hawks in Hanover’s 25-19, 25-21, 17-25, 25-17 home vic-

goal, Arruza decided to turn to Estes. “I thought if we were going to throw it, second down would be the best time,” Arruza explained when asked about the game-winning call. “I didn’t want to get in a third down situation where they stuffed us. ... I went with my gut. The coaches asked, what about this or this, and I said this is what I feel comfortable with.” The first try, on second and goal, was incomplete, Estes unable to find Owens. On third and goal, running the exact same play, Owens got open, and Estes, rolling right, did the rest. The play set off an unusual combination of wild celebra-

tion, and a communal sigh of relief, as the Yellow Jackets remained unbeaten in ODAC play at 4-0, winning their sixth game in a row. Frederick ran for 238 yards and the three touchdowns, while Estes finished 11-of-18 for 136 yards and two scores. For the first time this season, the Yellow Jackets did not win the time of possession. Arruza is keenly aware of the glaring weaknesses a surprising Eagles team exposed Saturday. “We certainly did not play like a championship team today,” Arruza opined. “We played with the heart of a champion, but did not play or execute the way we should have.

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Smith on a diving grab for a score. The Eagles lined up to go for two points to try to win the game, but a false start penalty negated the opportunity, and Bridgewater opted for the safer extra point, and a second extra session. Scroggins led the Eagles down to the 5, but on fourth down and 4, Bridgewater opted for a field goal for a 41-38 lead. The door to victory was finally open. Just like the first overtime, it was Frederick and Hoy combining for five rushes to the Bridgewater 2. On second and

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tory. Down the road, Patrick Henry outlasted host Atlee with a 23-25, 24-26, 25-22, 26-24, 15-12 win. Hanover was looking at a potential sweep, lead”ing through much of the first half of the third game. But Lee-Davis rallied, catchup to and then – late in the game – overtaking the Hawks for the win. Lee-Davis then took the early lead in the fourth set and looked poised to force a tiebreaker, but a bit of advice from Hanover head coach Greg Knight: to “not get so set on a team being a certain way.” “I think the reason the third set got in the place that it did was, No. 1, they started swinging all of a sudden,” Knight said. “We got so used to – in the first and second sets – nobody really hitting hard or well or in or effectively. In the third set, somebody really started to and that really shook us.” One of the leaders in the Confederate rally was Tori Crabbe, who led Lee-Davis with 19 kills, an ace and 11 digs. Cate

Pendlebury had nine kills and a block, and Jillian Turner finished with four kills, 41 assists, an ace and eight digs. “It was a strong match,” said Lee-Davis head coach Kristy Porterfield. “We fell short in a couple of areas. We’re just trying to put all of the pieces together. We did a little shifting around of our lineup to try to play to some of our weaknesses and strengths. We’re getting better, a little bit at a time. I’ll take it.” Hanover was led by Megan Kratzer with 24 kills, two aces, two blocks and nine digs. Quinn Kellogg finished with 32 assists and seven digs, while Leslie Anne Currie tallied five assists, two aces and 12 digs. Patrick Henry was led by Alexis McNair with 19 kills, Phoebe McLaughlin with 14, and Claire Williams with five kills and five blocks. Atlee was led by Chayse Tyler with 19 kills, five aces, two blocks and 22 digs. Brianna Brown had 16 kills, 20 assists, three aces, four blocks and 19 digs and Leah Zatorski recorded 22 assists, an ace and 13 digs.

I thought they out-executed us. We could have done a better job coaching our guys up, and that starts and ends with me.” In the end, the scare could be a blessing in disguise for Randolph-Macon, who should leave nothing to chance when they take the field at Emory and Henry Saturday. “I think you need games like this. Games like this are important,” Arruza said. “Did I want to come out here and win a game by 40, 50 points? Would that have been the best thing for our football team? No. I think we needed to play from start to finish. These kids need to understand, these are tough games.”

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RMC — Vidal 35 field goal RMC — Frederick 65 run (Vidal kick) RMC — Tanner 8 pass from Estes (Vidal kick) BC — Weis 29 field goal BC — Monson 2 pass from Scroggins (Kick failed) BC — Jalepes 38 pass from Scroggins (Conversion good) BC — Maturey 5 run (Weis kick) RMC — Frederick 2 run (Vidal kick) BC — Jalepes 15 run (Weis kick) RMC — Frederick 62 run (Vidal kick) RMC — Hoy 4 run (Vidal kick) BC — Smith 17 pass from Scroggins (Vidal kick) BC — Weis 22 field goal RMC — Owens 2 pass from Estes

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centered on affordable housing, Farrar focused on data and emphasized the interdependent relationship between affordable housing, transportation and poverty levels. He also noted the significant differences of Ashland’s numbers regarding affordable housing and the remainder of the county and region. The state defines affordable housing that allows residents with incomes below the median income to pay 30 percent of their wages for rent and utilities. The median income in Ashland is about $49,000 a year. Farrar pointed to the limited availability of land for new residential development and said the revitalization of the town’s housing stock could provide options for affordable housing. While the cost of an affordable residence is about $181,000, finding one of those units is easier said than done, according to council member

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for kids. Little kids and big kids will enjoy seeing big equipment from Crane Masters, Ashland Fire Department and Junkluggers up close and personal. Crane Masters, a Virginia company, fixes railroad tracks, picks up derailed train cars, repairs and maintains railcars, along with a host of big speciality lifting jobs. Junkluggers, a local Ashland company, is bringing one of their big green trucks to the “Touch a Truck” area. Junkluggers specializes in clean-up jobs with the goal of recycling and/or relocating

John Hodges. Farrar said the term affordable does not always equate to rentals, and, in many cases, the average monthly rental is more than a monthly mortgage payment. Another problem with affordable rentals in Ashland is the low turnover rate of the 700-plus apartments within the town. “We’re dealing with the stock that we have,” Farrar said. He said there could be affordable opportunities in the mobile home area. “There are some opportunities there.” Farrar acknowledged the complexity of the issue. “Affordability is relative. It’s an interesting and unique scenario that we are dealing with here. If we try to tackle everything, we won’t get anything done.” The second presentation is scheduled for Nov.20, where the next stage of conversation will occur, including town, county and state responsibilities and what has worked and what hasn’t in Virginia. The final session will address definitions, identify the problem, and begin a community conversation, according to items for folks in need. To round out the truck experience, the Ashland Fire Department is bringing a pumper truck.

Virtual Railfan Virtual Railfan is coming to Ashland Train Day. If you haven’t heard about this “live” streaming company for railroad buffs, they installed three cameras last year in downtown Ashland. These cameras are hugely popular with their 5 million monthly viewers from around the world on YouTube. Virtual Railfan is setting up a lounge at the Ashland Coffee & Tea for members who are making special trips to Ashland just for Ashland Train Day, but

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Ashland Main Street Association is targeting more community events for the downtown businesses. Ashland Train Day is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 3.

Farrar. “I want us to create that forum. I’m happy to do a road show to get this out in the community.” Maggie Longest, director of Ashland Main Street Association, updated council regarding the downtown business community. According to recent business surveys, Ashland’s target customer base is between 35 and 50 years old and resides in the Greater Richmond area.

Longest said this is important information when marketing plans are devised and how identifying that customer can assist the 133 businesses in the downtown Ashland area. She also highlighted an upcoming busy schedule that includes two signature events for the town. “We are leading into events season for Main Street. Train Day is Nov. 3 and we are looking forward to having stronger participation from downtown businesses than we’ve ever

the lounge is open to everyone. Stop by, check them out, buy some merchandise, and meet the team that considers Ashland their “virtual headquarters.”

reception, creative workshop space, retirement party or anything in between. The Depot will be a new Train Day scavenger hunt spot with a Z scale railroad in a suitcase. The Z Scale exhibitor is Dan McLaughlin, and he will be displaying the D&M Railroad setup. “Ashland Meat Company will be offering kids activities, old fashioned candy, a seasonal sandwich special, vintage sodas, Nightingale ice cream sandwiches, and a nostalgic shopping experience,” said Jessica Bruce, manager of the Ashland Meat Company.

The Depot Ashland Meat Company at Cross Bros arecelebrating the Grand Opening of their new event space, “The Depot” on Ashland Train Day. New to Downtown Ashland, The Depot is a community event space that mixes the historical charm of Ashland with a modern, industrial feeling.This 3,000-square-foot space is a perfect fit for any event, whether it be an off-site business conference, wedding

Raffle for 4 Tickets on Colonial Crafts Railcar Also new for Train Day

had,” Longest said. Light Up the Tracks, a seasonal lights event “creating a living holiday postcard,” is scheduled for December. “We are pleased to be able to use that as an attraction for downtown,” Longest said. Thanks to a grant from Dominion Energy, special events such as carolers will be featured during this year’s Christmas event. “We’re pleased to have all of these things coming together,” Longest said. Farrar explained that a proposed ordinance clarifying the town’s position on railroad crossing safety, specifically addressing the problem of stopped trains blocking all crossings for extended periods of time, makes the town’s position on this safety issue clear. “It’s not a situation that just affects Ashland. We are noticing that we are having longer trains and higher traffic delays,” Hodges said. The delays affect business and public safety, according to Hodges. The resolution asks federal officials to explore remedies that will alleviate the extended

delays and crossing blockings. Within 18 months, the request asks officials to establish maximum times a crossing can be blocked. Council member Dan McGraw had perhaps the most dramatic example of how those blockings can affect citizens. While waiting for one of those delays, he encountered heart problems that required Ashland police to assist him with transport. In other matters, council appointed Martha Miller to the Ashland Parks Committee and reappointed Timothy E. Shelton to the Economic Development Authority. Both appointments were approved unanimously. “We really appreciate the citizenry we have in this community,” Mayor Steve Trivett said. There also was discussion regarding parking regulations that allow cars to park in either direction adjacent to the curb. Police Chief Doug Goodman suggested reviving parking regulations that prohibit the practice. Council approved a motion to refer the matter for public hearing.

is a raffle for 4 tickets on the Colonial Crafts railcar, a fully restored 1949 Pullman sleeper/ lounge car, which will be pulled behind the Ashland Santa Train on Dec. 8. The value of the tickets is $800 and may be used for adults and/or children. One raffle ticket is $10; 3 raffle tickets $25. The lucky winner will be chosen on Nov. 8 at Tiny Tim’s Toys & Trains on the tracks in Ashland. Visit ashlandtrainday.com/ raffle to purchase raffle tickets online. As Ashland Train Day grows, more volunteers are needed. Volunteer opportunities include Train Day greeters, parking attendants, information booth helpers, Kid Zone

assistants, scavenger hunt conductors, Kiddie Train station masters, trolley docents and more. Thanks to the Ashland Kiwanis Club, it is easy to sign up to volunteer. The online sign-up form is available on the Ashland Train Day website (ashlandtrainday.com). As a bonus, volunteers will be fed by Jake’s Place at the Hometown Realty volunteer station. Ashland Train Day is sponsored by the Ashland Main Street Association, a nonprofit organization. To help keep Train Day free, Ashland Main Street Association is seeking sponsors. For more information, visit www. AshlandTrainDay.com

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Wade Park’s fate remains in limbo as sale talks continue By Jim Ridolphi for Ashland-Hanover Local HANOVER — The fate of Wade Park at Cold Harbor still hangs in the balance as the Hanover County Board if Supervisors met in closed session on Wednesday, Oct. 10, to consider the issue. The county is in negotiations with the American Battlefield Trust to sell the two tracts of land that, up until recently, was slated to become the county’s newest park, a 55-acre facility with six lighted playing fields located near the old Cold Harbor Crossroads. Residents in the area expressed immediate objection to the proposed park, which they described as more of an athletic complex than a family park. Plans for the park took a turn last month with officials from the preservation organization approached the board and expressed interest in purchasing the property and establishing it as a Civil War battlefield site. At the recent board meeting, the only official mention of the sale or the negotiation came in the form of an announcement for a closed session meeting on the agenda.

Item XII on the agenda was lion, but I may not have my figa closed session meeting for ures correct,” Kelly said. “I also “consideration of a proposal to understand that there is a 100purchase two parcels of land acre estate near Beaverdam that may also be offered.” from the County.” Kelly suggested that the During a public comment period, several citizens county use those funds to purexpressed support for the new chase land for a new park, and proposal, effectively moving cited the possibility that the the new park to another loca- county might acquire three new parks with one action, tion in the county. Meadow Kelly voiced her including a sports complex, a support for the sale of the new park at another location and the battlefield property. She lives site. off Rock Hill Road She suggestadjacent to the proed a site on U.S. posed park. 360 that could Kelly said her accommodate the opposition to the sports park and a new park is based new high school on the historical that will replace significance of the Lee-Davis High properties in quesSchool. tion. The crossroads KELLY “You all have at Cold Harbor the opportunity was the site of two as our supervisors to save the important battles during the old Cold Harbor crossroads Civil War — Gaines Mill and and adjoining 50-acre battleCold Harbor. field and getting in return two “This is hallowed land and parks, maybe three,” Kelly conit is sacred,” Kelly said. “You all cluded. have the opportunity to save Other speakers spoke in that land.” support of the sale and said the Kelly voiced her support new park should be located in for the possible sale of the a part of the county where resiproperty to the trust. dents could access and utilize “I understand that they are its facilities. offering approximately $1 milFollowing that closed session meeting, there was no SAT., NOV. 3 - 6:30 PM announcement of action taken The Montpelier Center but sources said negotiations

are continuing. In other matters, two stop work orders have been issued for construction on Phase I of the Taylor Farms project, but one nearby resident said the problem of runoff from the site is still evident. Despite construction plans, Bob Nelson said the developer cleared an excessive amount of property over the summer, well beyond the parameters described in the Phase I site plan. “This was done without sediment basins, traps or silt fencing in place. The developer’s goal is to denote the property as quick as possible,” Nelson said. The result is runoff that is affecting the lake at Honey Meadows with sediment runoff from the site. The developer was issued a second stop work order on July 17 and fined $1,500 for violating a notice to comply issued by the county. Under the stop work order, the developer was allowed to construct those basins and traps which they did. Following the torrential rains caused by Hurricane Florence, Nelson again inspected the site and noted the stream and pond degraded by runoff. After two stop work orders, a civil fine and demand for an

amended construction plan, he said the problem remains. “Overall, Taylor Farm has been as dark as the water in Wachter Pond,” Nelson said. He asked board members to require Taylor Farms to perform quarterly water quality tests to ensure compliance. He called for more civil penalties in the future if Taylor Farms does not file the amended construction plan. “Wachter Pond should not become the construction runoff and sediment trap for Taylor Farm,” Nelson said. Chickahominy supervisor Angela Kelly-Wiecek said, “We take the issues at Taylor Farm very seriously.” Planning director David Maloney said the county does have a set of plans from the developer “that seem approvable” and are currently being reviewed by Public Works. “We’ve been in the process of reviewing the amended plans for the last several months,” Maloney said. “The applicant has been responsive to staff comments …. and Planning is in a position to approve the plans,” he added. Maloney acknowledged that, after the excessive clearing this summer, there were some “significant gaps” in buffering required along Atlee Station and Honey Meadow

Roads. Director of Public Works director Mike Flagg said some of the activities outlined in Phase I were performed out of sequence. Flagg said that runoff described by Nelson after the storm was the result of excessive rainfall. “I acknowledge that some sediment had made its way down to the pond at Honey Meadows,” Flagg said. “It’s fair to understand the citizens’ concerns about sediment in the waters, but it’s also fair to understand we can’t control all that with circustanes we received that night (Hurricane Florence rainfall).” Flagg said the county continues to follow up with the developer to make sure all rules are being followed. Kelly-Weicek suggested another meeting with Nelson to consider the suggestions he offered, including some monitoring of water quality. “We are going to make sure that this is the development of quality and the appearance that we were promised,” KellyWeicek said. “I know that I have the backing of all of my board members when I say we are going to make sure that this developer makes it right and gets it right because that’s what the citizens were promised.”

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tion with significant injuries. The thoughts and prayers of a community are now focused on their recovery and rehabilitation, and the families whose lives have been changed. Being well-acquainted with the Hanover way of doing things, I believe this community will supply the support, love and compassion necessary to make those recoveries full, and empower these families to deal with the unbeliev-

able challenges that lie ahead. The heartbreak of this catastrophe cut deep into the soul of a community, and, at times like these, that strength and commitment of a county is the tie that binds. But, for now, it’s time for a county to mourn and remember the loss of Brad Clark, and support the families affected by this terrible tragedy. It’s a time when thoughts and prayers should be directed

toward the loved ones of those who lost the most. It’s also important to note that once the scene cleared, Clark’s colleagues returned to doing what they do 365 days a year, responding to calls and emergencies of their neighbors and saving lives. And that might be the greatest and most appropriate tribute to Lt Brad Clark. Somehow, I think that’s the way he would have wanted it.

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and true compassion. To his family and friends who take solace in the fact that Clark left this earth doing something that was dear to his heart, helping others, the coming days will be tough. Two of the three other firefighters injured in that accident remain in serious condi-

SERCAP and repair resource focus group and service event set HANOVER -- On Thursday, Nov. 1, Southeast Rural Community Assistance Project Inc. (SERCAP) and local home repair resources will be offering a Focus Group and Service Event from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Jerusalem Baptist Church in Doswell. SERCAP, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides water, wastewater, housing, and community development services, is interested in learning more about the community needs in Hanover County, and is inviting the public to participate in this free focus group and service event in partnership with Community

Resources, BB&T Bank, Hanover Habitat for Humanity, Housing Partnerships Inc., and Resurrection Disaster Relief. The program will begin with a short presentation on the resources and assistance available in Hanover County for both low- to moderateincome individuals and communities/community groups within Hanover County. Then, while everyone enjoys their lunch, SERCAP will facilitate a discussion on the most urgent needs in the community, and what services and resources might be needed to address these needs. Additionally, staff will be available to provide

application assistance and Information for grants and loans that are available to low-to-moderate income individuals to assist with individual household wells, individual household septic systems, and home repairs, for those who might be interested and in need of services. This event is free and open to the public. Lunch will be provided, and the event is being underwritten by BB&T Bank, as a SERCAP partner. Registration is required. Space is limited. For more Informationm contact: Lauren Mason, planning director, SERCAP, at lmason@

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Planning Commission members, from left, Steven Hadra, Alan Abbott, Jerrry Bailey and Fredric Mcghee listen to presentations regarding the Lake District at Thursday evening’s meeting.

could accommodate 750 students. The developer also took issue with many of the cost assumptions for public safety, education and other costs identified in the TischlerBise analysis. Initial revenue estimates provided by Ted Figura Consulting projected annual revenue for the county at about $1.2 million annually, but TischlerBise projected an annual defect of about $4 million when the project reaches completion. Those estimates include the need for a new fire station in the fifth year of development and the construction of a new elementary school. Road improvement costs also were included in the study. “The fundamental matter at hand is a land use matter, and land use decisions are based just on that,” Maloney said. “We typically don’t make zoning decisions based on forecasts or projected operational cost impacts rising from the land use. What we do focus on the capital impacts, particularly road impacts.” Boyd had promised to contribute a substantial amount to the widening of U.S. 33, but the TischlerBise analyses identified seven road projects associated with the project that would need to be funded at a

cost of $13 to $18 million. Next steps could include more discussions between the two consultants, the county and the applicant to more clearly define costs and revenues associated with the Lake District project. “We are more than happy to work with the applicant and talk about our methodology and address further questions as they come about,” Herlands said. Geiger said his team will be taking advantage of that offer. “We look forward to getting the actual methodology and a description of the methodology so we can understand the number that were included (in the TischlerBise analysis). “The applicant presented its own numbers showing a net positive impact,” Geiger said as he presented a 13-page letter from Figura addressing conclusions provided by TischlerBise. The Planning Commission will consider the application at its upcoming November meeting and provide a recommendation to the Board of Supervisors, which will make the final decision on the project, a vote that seems likely for early next year.

ASHLAND -- Celebrate the Halloween season by joining the Hanover Humane Society and the Friends of Hanover Dog Parks from 2 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 27, at Center of the Universe Brewing Company at 11293 Air Park Road in the Ashland Airpark for the fifth annual "Growl-O-Ween" Dog Halloween Fest. The event is free to the

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PLANNING benefits, according to her study, resulting in an annual net loss for the county of about $4million when the project is completed. The addition of a new elementary school, forestation and a list of road improvements would be necessary to accommodate the new development according to the TischlerBise report. “The intent of the analysis is to identify whether there is a surplus to offset potential capital impacts,” Herlands said. Attorney Jeff Geiger, representing the developer Boyd Homes, disputed the methodology utilized to arrive at those conclusions, and said the unique nature of the project was not considered in the consultant’s cost analysis. “In our analysis, the per student cost is reduced by more than 50 percent. The applicant does not believe that a new school is needed due to existing capacity in this area that could meet the number of students to be generated,” Geiger said. Maloney said the analysis did confirm the developer’s assertion that student ratios would be lower to the design of the project that features a number of one bedroom or studio apartments. “We were able to determine that there is some validity to the applicant’s assumption that there will be a lower student generation rate with this project,” Maloney said. “We were able to substantiate the applicant’s claims that the project such as this actually generates fewer students than what we typically see with a more conventional development.” Maloney also noted the costs associated with a new elementary school to accommodate the projected 240 additional students was proportional, and the developer’s portion would not fully fund a new school that

sercap.org or 540-345-1184, ext. 125. Online registration is available at https:// sercap.networkforgood.com/events/9264-freelunch-focus-group-and-service-event-forhanover-county. For information regarding the programs offered by these partner agencies, contact the agencies directly or contact Hanover County Department of Community Resources at 804365-4300.

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What every parent needs to know MECHANICSVILLE – Hidden in Plain Sight will be presented from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 7, at New Song Church located at 7450 Colts Neck Rd. in Mechanicsville. Hidden in Plain Sight is a free community initiative and is suitable for parents, grandparents, other community members and any adult who works with or cares about young people. A replica of a teenager’s bedroom will be on display for participants to browse and observe, becoming familiar with where and how teens might hide drugs or paraphernalia. Seemingly innocent items commonly used by youth could actually indicate a substance abuse problem. Would you be able to recognize signs of substance use and effectively intervene? Do you know what a lottery ticket is used for, or what about a mason jar or a dryer sheet? Don’t know the answer to these questions? Then this event is for you. It will allow you to be more knowledgeable and proactive in helping a young person who might be

using drugs, but also prevent youth from even starting. This event is hosted by the Teens Care Too Coalition, which is comprised of Hanover County high school students dedicated to educating their peers and parents about the dangers of substance use. Heather Johnson, Adolescent Development specialist with the Hanover

citizens who raise awareness of substance abuse issues and work towards reducing substance use among underage youth. Hanover Cares Executive Director Octavia Marsh said she is excited to continue to bring this event to Hanover and partner with the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office, Hanover County Public Schools and

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County Community Services Board, serves as one of the group’s advisors. “Parents in our community are often told to watch for warning signs that their teen might be vaping or using tobacco, alcohol or other drugs,” she asid. “Sometimes those signs are hard to see, even when they are right in front of you. Our teens know what’s going on, and that’s why we always have them onsite to help parents snoop through our mock bedroom!” The success of this event is due to the collaboration of the community partners. Hanover Cares is comprised of concerned organizations and

Hanover Community Services. “The Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office will have an officer lead a presentation and ‘Reveal’ over 75 items hidden in the bedroom, along with discussion of trends and signs of possible drug and alcohol use,” Marsh said. “I believe parents will be amazed at what is happening now with our youth. Youth experience peer pressure much more now than 10 or 20 years ago, and often have a perception that all their peers are using drugs and alcohol, or even vaping, when in fact that is not the social norm in Hanover. We need everyone in our community to become prevention advocates, because prevention

starts in the home. Our goal of this event is to educate the community, encourage engagement and conversation at home, and connect people to community resources.” Hanover County Intervention counselor Shelley Cray will provide a special presentation to parents called “Talking Tips” to prepare parents to effectively discuss this difficult topic with their teen. “Parents always state that they have learned things at these events they would have never thought of. As parents, we all need a little help, guidance and support to prevent negative consequences while navigating through these important teen years,” Cray said. Because of the sensitive nature of Hidden in Plain Sight, it is not recommended for children. There is no cost to attend the event, but pre-registration is required. Visit https:// tinyurl.com/HIPS1107 to register. For more information, contact Octavia Marsh, executive director of Hanover Cares, at 804-564-6119 or info@ hanover-cares.org.

Train Day raffle continues Colonial Supper to be served Sunday 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.

Staff Report news@mechlocal.com HANOVER – A Colonial Supper will be served from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 28, at Historic Hanover Tavern at 13181 Hanover Courthouse Rd. in Hanover. The evening will feature a fivecourse supper for the entertainment of all gentlemen and ladies. A genteel supper, $60 per person, suitable for such an occasion will begin precisely at 5:30 p.m. with Hanover’s own Patrick Henry and guests. The supper includes:

Course 1 -- Peanut Soupe with Biscuits and Virginia Ham Pate. Course 2 -- Salet of Baby Greens and Kale with French Beans, Roasted Radishes, Almonds, and Sweet Onion Dressing. Course 3 -- Fried Trout with Stewed Tomatoes and Hominy, Hashed Potatoes, and Caper Sauce. Course 4 -- Chicken Py cooked in Acorn Squash with Pastry Crust and Buttered Mushrooms. Course 5 -- Sweet Py – Apple Pear, Sweet Potato, Pecan Family Style Seating. For reservations, call 804-5375050.

PUBLIC SALE OF TAX DELINQUENT HANOVER COUNTY REAL ESTATE Friday, Nov. 9 @ 10 A.M. Hanover County Board Room Hanover County Administrative Building 7516 County Complex Road, Hanover, VA 23069

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NOTICE: SPECIAL COMMISSIONER’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE Pursuant to the terms of those certain Decrees of Sale from the Circuit Court of Hanover County, Virginia, the undersigned Special Commissioner will offer for sale at public auction at the Hanover County Board Room, Hanover, Virginia, on Friday, November 9, 2018 at 10:00 a.m., subject to the following terms and conditions, the following-described real estate: Parcel 1: (Holman) 1 acre, more or less, Improved, 8065 Cut Lane, GPIN 8800-87-6055 Parcel 2: (Lewis) 0.265 acres, more or less, Lot 8 a/k/a Lot B, east side of North Center Street; GPIN 7870-84-3779 Parcel 3: (Pence) 29.25 acres, more or less, Improved, 4176 Market Road; GPIN 8743-84-1273 Parcel 4: (Starke) 0.58 acres, more or less, Lot 7, Block A, Section 1, Walnut Grove Subdivision, Improved, 7092 Cornﬁeld Lane; GPIN 8714-85-2809 Parcel 5: (Yeager) 2 acres, more or less, west side of St. Peters Church Road, GPIN 7830-18-2160 TERMS OF SALE: All sales are subject to the approval of the Circuit Court. A 10% Buyer’s Premium will be added to the highest bid and will become a part of the total sales price on each property. The highest bidder shall deposit ten percent (10%) of the total sales price, by either cash or good check, which sum shall be credited toward the purchase at closing. The balance of the purchase price, in cash or certified funds, shall be deposited with the Clerk, Hanover County Circuit Court, within fifteen (15) days of Court confirmation. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE. All properties will be conveyed by Special Warranty Deed, subject to any easements and covenants of record, and any rights of persons in possession. Interested parties may go upon the UNIMPROVED real estate only for the purpose of making an inspection. Announcements made the day of sale take precedence over any prior written or verbal terms of sale.

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CALENDAR | News, Updates & Listings Saturday, Oct. 27 Bethel Community Church will be hosting an Applebee’s Flapjack Fundraiser breakfast on, to support its “Refill Students’ Backpacks” drive in January, as well as fund construction of an ADA entrance ramp at the church. The event will be at the Ashland Applebee’s at 101 S. Carter St. Since it will be the Saturday before Halloween, “Mr. Pumpkin” will be there to greet you and take photos with children. A breakfast of pancakes, sausage, scrambled eggs and a beverage will be held from 8 to 10 a.m. Tickets are $10; children 12 and under eat for $6. For tickets, call 804-798-3658 or email ellen.massie@gmail.com; write tickets in subject line.

Sunday through Wednesday, Oct. 28-31 Fall Revival will be held at 10 a.m. Sunday with Sunday School for all ages at Rural Point Baptist Church at 6548 Studley Rd. in Mechanicsville. Morning service begins at 11 a.m. and evening service starts at 6 p.m. Monday through Wednesday evening get underway at 7 p.m. Evangelist Max Alderman will be the guest speaker. A nursery will be provided. For more information, call 804 730-3226, visit the website, www.ruralpointbaptist.com, or check out

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ite canine companion(s) may bid on various silent auction items, with items displayed in two flights to allow for ease of check-out. In addition, various dog-related activities contests will be held (Best Trick Contest, Howling Contest, and a Main Event Costume Contest). While cash is preferred, all major credit cards will be

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Friday, Nov. 9 The Covenant Woods Christmas Market will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., providing a venue for holiday shopping with a curated selection of local artisans. The Market is the primary fundraiser for Covenant Woods’ Raymond T. Holmes Jr. Community Services Fund, which serves seniors in the Greater Richmond community. In the past year, the Holmes Fund provided free trips to medical appointments and the grocery store; cultural opportunities, and continuing education for chaplain interns.

Tuesdays A Commanders coffee, with donuts, is held from 10 to 11 a.m. each Tuesday at American Legion Post 90 at 17662 Beaver Dam Rd. in Beaverdam. Members discuss issues of interest/befits of the American Legion. Eugene Truitt, Post commander, can be contacted at 804746-4734. The Hanover Concert Band rehearses from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. every Tuesday, midJanuary through mid-December, at the Hanover Arts and Activities Center at 500 S. Railroad Ave. in Ashland, just

accepted. All proceeds will benefit the Hanover Humane Society and Friends of Hanover Dog Parks. For more information, contact COTU (info@cotubrewing.com) at 804-3680299, the Hanover Humane Society (info@hanoverhumanesociety.org), or Friends of Hanover Dog Parks (FriendsofHDP@gmail. com). The Hanover Humane Society is a 501(c)(3) non-

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south of U.S. 54. Membership is open to anyone who can read music and play a nonstring instrument. High school students are welcome with parents’ permission. For more information, visit www. hanoverconcertband.org or call 804-789-0536.

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.

Second Tuesdays The Clay Spring Garden Club in Ashland meets at 1 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month at the First Baptist Church in Ashland off of U.S. 54. Karen Fritter is the president. Doors are open to anyone who would like to attend. profit entity located in Ashland. It provides animal adoption, education, and prevention services for residents in Hanover County, Virginia and the surrounding counties. Friends of Hanover Dog Parks is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that promotes the health and welfare of companion animals and works in close cooperation with Hanover County to support and create off-leash dog parks.

Patrick Henry High School Homecoming King and Queen Patrick Henry High School Homecoming Queen Olivia Taylor and Homecoming King Quadell James were announced during halftime ceremonies Friday night of the Homecoming game.

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Programs listed for Ashland area libraries Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND – Librarian Carolyn Garner has announced upcoming programs at AshlandHanover area libraries of the Pamunkey Regional Library.

Oct. 23 and 30; Toddler, 10 a.m.; Preschool, 10:45 a.m. For more information, call 804798-4072 or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave.

Richard S. Gillis Jr./ Ashland Branch Library Thursday, Oct. 25 -- 7 to 8:30 p.m. -- Panther Party for ages 6 to 11. Dress up as your favorite super hero and see a great movie with your friends. Someone will win a very special prize. Refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Ashland Library. For more information, call 804-798-4072 or visit the library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. Storytimes – Monday, Oct. 29, Mother Goose,10 a.m.; Family,10:45 a.m.; Tuesdays,

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Hanover Branch Library Storytimes – Friday, Oct. 26, Family, 10:45 a.m. For more information, or to sign up for this class, call 804-798-4072 or visit the library at 7527 Library Dr.

Lois Wickham Jones/ Montpelier Branch Library Friday, Oct. 26 -- 6:30 to

8:30 p.m. -- Sherlock Holmes Movie Night for ages 18 and up. Join fellow fans of Arthur Conan Doyle’s famous detective for a great movie on the big screen. Snacks 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. Storytimes – Wednesdays, Oct. 24 and 31 – Family, 10 a.m. For more information, call 804883-7116 or visit the library at 17205 Sycamore Tavern Lane.

Cochrane Rockville` Branch Library Storytimes – Friday, Oct. 26 -- Family 10:30 a.m. For more information, call 804749-3146 or visit the library at 16600 Pouncey Tract Road.