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Vol. 4 No. 12 | Richmond Suburban News | November 28, 2018

Olde Time Holiday Parade

Affordable housing discussion continues By Jim Ridolphi for Ashland-Hanover Local

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The Olde Time Holiday Parade officially kicked off the season on Sunday, Nov. 18, in the Town of Ashland. The streets were filled with spectators and participants brought enthusiasm to the annual event. More photos can be found on page 16.

ASHLAND -- Ashland Town Council members have immersed themselves in a complicated conversation regarding affordable housing and its implications and impacts on the town. As council listened to Part 2 of a three-part presentation by Town Manager Joshua Farrar, it became increasingly apparent there are no easy answers to a problem confronting every locality in America. Farrar said last week’s presentation was designed to

provide more information for community’s solution or council to ensure sufficient approach,” Farrar said. “I need to hear from the background when community. I the real conversaneed to hear from tion begins next council. I haven’t month. heard a peep on Farrar stressed this . . . not word the importance of one,” Farrar said. “I community input need guidance and regarding affordhelp.” able housing, the The town manparameters of how ager noted ways or if to address FARRAR in which localithe problem and ties could address regional versus local responthe affordable housing issue. sibilities. “I don’t want this to be Some localities address local Josh’s solution to affordable see HOUSING, pg. 7 housing. I want it to be the

Deck The Halls! continues tradition of supporting Hanover Safe Place Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND – Once again, Carolyn and Jerry Peart will be hosting Deck The Halls!, which raises funds for Hanover Safe Place. The hours are from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This is the 16th year they have opened their home, Pine Grove Farm, at 12438 Elmont Rd. in Ashland to the public for this charitable fundraiser. It provides a variety of services in Hanover County for women and children in crisis.

For more information, visit the website at www.hanoversafeplace.com. Monies raised from the event support organizations for women and children. Santa Claus and Rudolph will make appearances. An entry donation of $35 for adults and $10 for children is requested. Guests receive up to three wreath forms and three premade bows to make fresh decorations for their homes, offices, wherever.

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Deck The Halls! provides an opportunity to add lovely decorations to one’s home, but, most importantly, the event benefits Hanover Safe Place. Proceeds support organizations for women and children. Examples of some of the wreaths designed at Jerry and Carolyn Peart’s fundraiser are shown above.

All forms must be used onsite. Attendees can make additional swags, table runners, roping, etc., and their own bows -- as many as they wish. “We supply wreath forms, wire, clippers, decorations (all natural), to include several types of pine cones, holly berries, beauty berry, winterberry, juniper berry. Greenery: fir, cedar, holly, boxwood, pine, magnolia, etc.,” Carolyn said. “We provide pre-made bows or ribbon to make your

own,” she added. (The bows alone cost $12 to $20 at the big chains). “We have candles and holiday decorations for festive table centerpieces.” Twenty-five to 30 coaches (garden club experts and decorating experts) are available to help with creations. Tables are set up with wire, clippers, gloves, wreath forms, etc., with a gardening “expert” at each table to teach and mentor, including a special section for boxwood wreaths see DECK, pg. 8

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County Parks & Rec offers trip to U.S. Air Force holiday concert ASHLAND -- Celebrate the holiday season with Hanover County seniors as they travel to the DAR Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C., to hear a holiday concert by the U.S. Air Force, one of the premier musical organizations, based at Bolling Air Force Base in Washington. Originally formed as a men's chorus in 1945 from the rank and file of the U.S. Army Air Forces Band, the Singing Sergeants became the first premier military chorus to inte-

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Hanover County Parks and Recreation is sponsoring a trip to Washington, D.C., to hear the U.S. Air Force Band.

fees, U.S. Air Force Band Concert, lunch and refreshments. Hanover County Parks and Recreation has organized the trip. Participants will depart and return to Courthouse Park at 7232 Courtland Farm Rd. in Hanover. Advance registration and payment is required.

Spaces are limited. Register at www.hanoverparksrec.com. For more information, contact Hanover County Parks and Recreation at 804365-7150 or parksandrec@ hanovercounty.gov. Information submitted by Marcy G. Durrer, recreation program director, Hanover County Parks and Recreation.

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grate women in 1973. As part of The U.S. Air Force Band, the Singing Sergeants honors those who have served, inspires American citizens to heightened patriotism and service, and positively impacts the global community on behalf of the U.S. Air Force and the United States. Before the concert, enjoy lunch at Gordon Biersch Brewery & Restaurant. Lunch consists of a choice of grilled salmon fillet, beef tenderloin tips, Woodford Reserve Chicken or pasta marinara (other entrees include starch and seasonal vegetable), house salad, New York cheesecake for dessert and coffee, tea or soda. Please note entrĂŠe selection upon registration. The trip is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 8, departing at 9 a.m. and returning at 7:30 p.m. Cost is $132.50 per person and includes all motor coach

ASHLAND -- The Hanover County Community Services Board (CSB) will celebrate the one-year anniversary of its Same Day Access program with an open house event from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 1, at its Ashland location at 12300 Washington Hwy. Same Day Access offers walk-in hours for citizens who are seeking services for mental health, substance use, and developmental disabilities. The program, now a year old, also offers clients a comprehensive, clinical assessment during their initial visit as well as immediate crisis intervention when necessary. The celebration event will offer guests an opportunity to tour Hanoverâ€™s CSB office, meet the staff, and receive information about

resources available to Hanover County residents. There also will be childrenâ€™s activities and Mrs. Yoderâ€™s Donut truck. Following the celebration there will be a Revive training from 1:15 to 2:15 p.m. at the same location. Revive training is a lifesaving tool for those who may come into contact with someone suffering from an apparent opiate/heroin overdose. For more information about this event, visit www.hanovercounty.gov or call the Hanover County CSB office at 804-365-4222. Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.

SHERIFF’S REPORTS | Crime, Accidents, Fire & Rescue

Violation of protective order was reported in the 7200 block of Cold Harbor Road, Mechanicsville. Grand larceny building was reported in the 8100 block of Elm Drive, Mechanicsville. Destruction of property, monument, value, $1,000, was reported in the 15400 block of Beaverdam School Road, Beaverdam. Simple assault was reported in the 12400 block of West Patrick Henry Road, Ashland. Trespassing after being forbidden to do so was reported in the 11400 block of Edgelake Court, Glen Allen.

Credit card fraud, $200 in six months, was reported in the 9000 block of Brevet Lane, Mechanicsville. Possession of Schedule I and II controlled substance was reported in the 8100 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville. Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 3700 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Identity theft financial loss, $200, was reported in the 2300 block of Cavalry Lane, Mechanicsville.

Stalking: type not clear from record was reported in the 7200 block of Spring Hill Farm, Hanover.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 16400 block of St. Peters Church, Montpelier. Simple assault was reported in the 12300 block of Hancock Place, Lane, Ashland.

Petit larceny building was reported in the 13200 block of Mountain Road, Glen Allen. Failure to stop for a school bus with flashing lights was reported in the 11100 block of Washington Highway, Glen Allen. Failure to stop for a school

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

Simple assault was reported in the 13400 block of Liberty School Road, Ashland.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 8200 block of Shady Grove Road, Mechanicsville.

Credit card fraud, $200 in six months, was reported in the 8200 block of Atlee Road, Oct. 31

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

Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported in the 11300 block of Washington Highway, Ashland.

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

Simple assault was reported in the 10100 block of Lewistown Road, Ashland. Robbery business was reported in the 16000 block of Mountain Road, Montpelier. Petit larceny, $500 not from

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False statement to obtain property or credit was reported in the 6300 block of Little Sorrel Drive, Mechanicsville.

Threats of death or bodily injury by letter or electronic means was reported in the 12400 block of West Patrick Henry Road, Ashland.

Driving under the influence of alcohol was reported in the 8000 block of Creighton Road, Oct. 31

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

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 6200 block of Creighton Road/Henrico County, Mechanicsville.

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Firearms, regardless of value, not from a person, was reported in the 8100 block of Prospect Lane, Hanover.

Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported in the 11200 block of Old Ridge Road, Doswell.

Assault malicious victim injured was reported in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

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OBITUARIES | Death Notices & Funerals JUDY HAYS ADERHOLD Judy Hays Aderhold, 74, of Ashland, passed away on Sunday, November 18, 2018. Judy was born in Staunton to Elmer and Irene Hays, and later moved to Richmond to attend nursing school. After starting her family, she spent the rest of her life in the Ashland area of Hanover County. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, David; and a sisADERHOLD ter, Ann Hoft (Johnny) of New Port Richey, Florida. Surviving her are her sons, David (Kelly) and Daniel (Wayne); as well as grandchildren, Griffin, Anne Rhodes, Howard and Hays. Judy also is survived by a family of friends who meant the world to her and surrounded her with great support and comfort during her illness. Judy was a proud 1964 graduate of Grace Hospital in Richmond and spent her life caring for others as an RN. Her nursing school classmates from Grace Hospital were known as the “Saving Graces” and had a long history together. The time together and memories she carried with this group were cherished by her. She also was a dedicated member of Ashland Presbyterian Church, where she enjoyed singing in the choir each week. Judy also could regularly be found associating with the knitting group known as “The Purls,” another group of friends that was special to her. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, November 30, 2018, at Ashland Presbyterian Church at 401 Virginia Street in Ashland. A reception will follow immediately after at the nearby Hanover Arts & Activities Center at 500 South Center Street in Ashland.

BERKLEY ANDERSON GAMMON Berkley Anderson Gammon, known to many as “Buck” or “Burt,” 79, of Ashland, went to be with the Lord on November 20, 2018, surrounded by loved ones. He was the son of the late Ewell and Annie Gammon; and was preceded in death by two children. He is survived by his loving wife of 26 years, Bernice Gammon; daughters, Erin Kubicki (Scott), Cheryl Coons (Russ) and Shelby Kelly; sons, Burke Gammon (Crystal), Brian Gammon, Mike Murray and David McCloud (Bridgette); 17 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; and sister, Audrey Loving (Walter). He was a longtime general contractor who truly loved to work and help people. Buck loved his church

and church family at the Ashland Church of God. He was known to make an impression on everyone he came in contact with. Funeral services were held at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, November 27, 2018, at the Ashland Church of God at 407 Myrtle Street in Ashland. A committal service followed at 1 p.m., at Signal Hill Memorial Park at12360 Hanover Courthouse Road in Hanover. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make contributions to Ashland Church of God.

JAMES HENRY JONES SR. James Henry Jones Sr., 77, of Ashland, born in Prince Edward County, on April 3, 1941, passed away on Wednesday, November 14, 2018, after a lengthy illness. He is survived by his beloved wife of 33 years, Louise L. Jones; a brother and a sister-in-law, Richard L. and Nancy Y. Jones of St. Cloud, Florida; sons, James H. Jones Jr., W. Edward Jones, Robert M. Jones (Robin) and Clyde A. Jones (Luz); estranged son, Matthew; JONES several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Also surviving are three stepchildren, Byron LaMare, Susan Ailstock and Christine Beard; numerous relatives and friends; including special cousins, James and Carolyn LaPrade and Lorene Morton; the Dunaway families; Donnie Jones; sister-in-laws, Margaret Minton, Zella Rock (Rodney), Renalda Wood (Robert) and Flossie Bushey (Robert). Mr. Jones was preceded in death by his parents, Willie E. Jones and Fannie D. Jones Rutledge; two brothers, W.E. Jones and Clyde Jones. Mr. Jones was a very talented piano player, enjoyed cooking, painting, NASCAR racing and watching old Westerns. He loved his pets and family. Mr. Jones worked many years in foodservice, including Allied Tankships Inc., on the Seadrift tanker. Mr. Jones was a veteran who served with the U.S. Army as an E-2 Medical Specialist from 1958 to 1961. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Monday, November 19, 2018, at Nelsen Funeral Home-Reid Chapel at 412 South Washington Highway in Ashland. A graveside service also was held at 2 p.m. on Monday, November 19, 2018, at Virginia Veterans Cemetery at 10300 Pridesville Road in Amelia. The family of Mr. Jones would like to say a special thank you to all the doctors and healthcare workers that contributed to Mr. Jones’ care during his lengthy illness. Memorial contributions may be

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made to the Humane Society, 12190 Washington Hwy., Ashland, VA 23005, or to the Wounded Warriors Project. Online condolences can be received at www.nelsenashland.com.

EVANGELIST RUTH PEARL MALLORY Evangelist Ruth Pearl Mallory, 91, of Montpelier was born to the late Arthur William and Mary Annie Yancey on July 19, 1927 in Bumpass, Louisa County. She was the fourth of seven children all of who preceded her in death: Lewis A. Yancey, Virginia A. Chapple, Elsie Upshur, Arthur C. Yancey, Dannie Yancey, Dorothy Jackson and Marie Collins. Ruth was married to the late William Arthur Mallory for 63 his death in MALLORY January 2012. To this union five children were born: Sandra Winston (Douglas) of Montpelier, Ronald Mallory (Earline) of Mineral, Elder Patricia Banks (Kenneth) of North Chesterfield, Rev. William Mallory (Delores) of Richmond and Jerry Mallory (Evangelist Doris Mallory) both deceased. Ruth, Nanny as the grandchildren called her, has 10 loving grands: Katurah B. Lewis, Christopher Mallory, Anitra B. Massie, Shannen W. Lucky, Eric Banks, Ryan Mallory, Eric Banks, Jamie Mallory, Ronald Mallory Jr. and Shanika Mallory; one deceased, LaShell Mallory-Athey; two sisters-in-law, Lucy Mallory and Ruby Yancey. She has 17 great grandchildren and one stepgrandson and one stepgreat-grandson. Ruth has a lot of relatives, all of whom were special to her, and friends -- of whom 4 are special: Lucy Mallory, Lois Ann Graves, Lucille Pryor and Bernadine Henson. She joined Mt. Zion Baptist Church at an early age, and later moved her name to Mt. Olivet Baptist Church to join her husband and children. Ruth was very active at Mt. Olivet Baptist Church; she belonged to every auxiliary and singing group, with the exception of the usher board and men’s groups. Ruth P. Mallory loved, loved, loved church, and you could find her at any one of them if the doors were open or if someone invited her to go with them -- as recently as the week before she became ill. This was a woman of God who was on the go! She was mother to many, and was the hairdresser to most of the Mallorys and Yanceys back in the day. Ruth did domestic work until she joined the staff at Louisa Manufacturing

Factory in Louisa, where she worked as a floor worker and later as cutter for 26 years before she retired. Ruth was called to preach the Word in Ministry on May 10, 2003, through a divine experience she likens unto Jonah and the Whale. She attended Virginia University of Lynchburg and received her Ministerial Certificate on May 10, 2003. She received her Certificate of License to preach the Gospel Ministry from Mt. Olivet Baptist Church on September 3, 2005. She was a warrior on all sorts of levels, even in death. The night before she died, she ministered to the angels or someone in her room. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 24, 2018, at Mt. Olivet Baptist Church in Montpelier. Owens Funeral Services in Ashland was in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.owensfuneralservices.com.

ROGER BERNARD RICHARDSON Roger Bernard Richardson, of Montpelier, entered into eternal rest on November 11, 2018, at St. Mary's Hospital in Richmond. He leaves a lifetime of memories with his wife of 39 years, Juanita; two children, Titania Lee (Kelvin) and Portia Richardson; two grandchildren, Aniya and Ayden; two brothers-in-law, Keith Nelson (Vera) and Wallace Nelson Jr. (Theresa); RICHARDSON four sisters-in-law, Faye Nelson, Avis Nelson, Pecora Richardson and Carolyn Richardson; a devoted cousin, Jerry Doyle (Gloria); and a host of other cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Friday, November 16, 2018, at Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Bumpass. Interment was in Roselawn Memory Gardens in Glen Allen. Owens Funeral Service in Ashland was in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.owensfuneralservices.com. The Ashland-Hanover Local welcomes obituaries from residents of the area. Obituary submissions must include your address and a phone number. E-mail to news@mechlocal.com or mail them to: The Ashland-Hanover Local, 8460 TimesDispatch Blvd., Mechanicsville, VA 23116

THE UNIVERSE FROM THE CENTER

How Pluto was demoted to ‘dwarf’ planet By Dr. George Spagna Special to Ashland-Hanover Local Note: Public viewing at the Keeble Observatory at Randolph-Macon will be on winter break after the scheduled December 5 session, 7:30 – 9:30 pm. We will resume in January on a different night (the Observatory will be in use for an astronomy class on Mondays and Thursdays). Watch the web site (https://www.rmc.edu/ campus-life/facilities/keebleobservatory) for updates. Or, call the Keeble Information line at 804-752-3210.

hen most of us were growing up, we were taught that there were nine planets circling the Sun. Pluto, of course, was only discovered in 1930, so it has yet to make a full 245 year orbit since then. By the 1990s its planetary status was called into question with the discovery of several other objects or similar or larger size orbiting beyond Neptune. In 2006 the International Astronomical Union “demoted” Pluto to “dwarf planet” – a status it shares with those other transNeptunian objects and Ceres, the largest asteroid in the gap between Mars and Jupiter. Planets orbiting other stars (“exoplanets”) have now been detected in sufficient numbers to confirm that the processes which lead to planet formation are a part of the process which forms stars themselves. A workhorse for the exoplanet search has now gone silent after a 9 year mission. NASA’s Kepler probe was launched in 2009, and it examined some 530,000 stars while

returning 678 gigabytes of data. What Kepler was looking for were slight dimming of starlight as a planet passed in front of its parent star. From the recurrence of these occultations, we are able to calculate the orbit’s parameters and determine the mass and size of the planet(s). Kepler data has confirmed the existence of 2681 exoplanets and hinted at 2899 more. They await confirmation by follow up observations by other observatories. Kepler ran out of fuel to maintain pointing stability in October. Controllers sent a series of final commands to the spacecraft on November 15th, ordering the on board computer to shut off the radio transmitters, and then to disable the automatic fault correction programs that might attempt to restart the transmitters. They then shut down the computer, leaving Kepler to orbit the Sun in silence. Kepler is roughly in a slightly larger orbit than Earth, but 151 million kilometers behind (near, but not at the L5 Lagrange point), and slowly moving farther away. In 2060 we’ll catch up to it, and Earth’s gravity will deflect it into an orbit a bit closer to the Sun, where we will reverse roles. Kepler will catch up to Earth around 2117 and then the reverse will happen! So, approximately every 57 years they’ll perform a celestial do si do! Swing your partner! Lunar phases for November: New Moon on the 7th, at 2:20 am; First Quarter on the 15th, at 6:49 am; Full Moon on the 22nd, at 12:49 pm; Last Quarter on the 29th, at 4:34 am. All times are Eastern Standard. The Geminid meteor

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degrees to the northwest. This would be a good night for binoculars. Start with Andromeda, and sweep your view toward the eastern horizon. You’ll find the Pleiades. The bright star a few degrees below is Aldebaran, and the open cluster just above and to the right of Aldebaran is the Hyades cluster. Closer to the horizon is Orion – but this constellation hardly needs introduction, and is easily recognized by nearly everybody. To your left and a little lower than Orion you’ll see the “twins” – Castor and Pollux in Gemini. To the north, Ursa Major is so low that you may have difficulty finding it … the “handle” is below the horizon, so the familiar asterism of the Big Dipper will not be obvious. Vega is to the northwest, below the Northern Cross of Cygnus. If readers have questions about astronomy or science in general that you would like to see covered in one of these columns, please feel free to contact me at gspagna@rmc.edu.

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OPINION | The Local Views From the managing editor

Can you hear the sleigh bells? Santa is on his way By Melody Kinser Managing Editor Magic will be in the air on Sunday when the Mechanicsville Rotary/Ruritan Christmas Parade makes its way through the Village of Mechanicsville. This is a tradition that brings folks from around the region to take part in the parade and sit by and enjoy the festivities The streets are filled as Rotary and Ruritan members sell concessions to support the Hanover Christmas Mother. For 2018, as usual, parade participants will kick off at 2 p.m. as they entertain young and old. Of course, age isn’t an issue when it comes to Christmas and an appearance by Santa Claus. He always travels to the Village to join in the fun.

There is a sad note to this year’s parade, though. Gloria Clodfelter, who, with her husband John, founded the parade recently passed away. They established a lasting legacy for so many to delight in every Christmas season. We thank Mr. Clodfelter for the years he and his wife gave to the community. So many people volunteer to help with the parade. While there are too many to name, we thank them for the time they give -- most every year -- to make the event such a success. We get to take in the parade from the judges’ table. Talk about a front row seat! Ronnie Planz of the Mechanicsville Rotary Club spearheads organizing the parade every year. Many thanks go his way as we

prepare for the 2018 event. He is humble about his efforts but we know how much he does. A parade the size of Mechanicsville’s takes a lot of planning. The Rotary and Ruritan clubs are great partners in this endeavor. We do appreciate them. Now, it’s time to get ready for the sound of Santa, Mrs. Claus and those reindeer. They will be heading our way soon. Let’s hope Mother Nature is kind to us, with sunshine and blue skies. If not, take advantage of the hot chocolate sales in front of Mechanicsville Drug Store. We’re excited and hope you are too. It is the most wonderful time of the year. See you Sunday.

CALENDAR | News, & Listings Wednesday and Thursday Nov. 28-29 Hanover Tavern will present the Spirits of Dickens' Christmas at 6:45 and 7:30 p.m. Twelve years after he wrote “A Christmas Carol,” Charles Dickens is going to America. He is to perform a dramatic reading about the values of Christmas. At home in London with his family, he struggles to write his script. He will get some help. The dreams, phantoms and ghosts that always guided Dickens’ imagination do not fail him. Some of his imaginary friends arrive with words of wisdom and a little humor to inspire and remind

him of the true meaning of Christmas. There will be two performances each night. Purchase tickets, which are $10 each, at www.hanovertavern.org.

books. Raffle prizes, a cake walk and photos with Santa Claus also will be included. Over 20 local artisans and vendors will be participating.

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The Kersey Creek Elementary School PTA will hold its second Holiday Vendor Market from 5 to 8 p.m. at 10004 Learning Lane in Mechanicsville. The purpose of the market is to raise funds for the school. The event will feature a silent auction, food trucks, artisans and vendors. Children are invited to enjoy cookies and hot cocoa with Mrs. Claus while she reads holiday

A Christmas Sale for Mt Herman Methodist Church at 12637 Mt Herman Rd. in Ashland will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Crafts, baked goods, breakfast and lunch will be served. Drawings will be held at the church at 2 p.m. For more information, call 804-514-4241.

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Sunday, Dec. 2 A Christmas Tree Lighting cer-

emony will begin at 6 p.m. at the Doswell Ruritan Club at 16433 N. Washington Hwy. in Doswell, featuring the Hanover Christmas Mother, the Snow Princess and the big man himself, “Santa Claus.” Bring the kids and join in singing a few Christmas Carols. Refreshments will be included. Admission is free of charge.

Tuesday, Dec. 4 Hanover AARP Chapter 5335 will meet at 10 a.m. at the Hanover Arts & Activity Center at 500 S. Center St. in Ashland. Lunch will follow. The Hanover Harmony choir will provide

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Christmas music. The chapter will be collecting non-perishable food items and toiletries for the local Food Bank.

Thursday through Saturday, Dec. 6-8 A Live Nativity will be presented at 7:30 p.m. at Rural Point Baptist Church at 6548 Studley Rd. in Mechanicsville. Begin your Christmas season with the Reason for the Season: our Lord Jesus Christ’s birth. There will be one showing each night at 7:30 p.m. Refreshments will be available and one door prize will be awarded each night. For more information, call 804-7303226 or visit www.ruralpointbaptist. com or www.facebook.com/RPBCVA.

Friday, Dec. 7 Atlee Kids will present “Jingle Jam . . . A Sense-ible Christmas” from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Atlee Community Church at 7171 Verdi Lane in Mechanicsville. Looking for something exciting for the whole family to do this holiday season? Take a break from the mall, the shopping, the endless rolls of wrapping paper, and come chill at the coolest party this side of the North Pole. see CALENDAR, pg. 7

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This Christmas party will be big enough for the whole family. For more information, contact atleekidsmin@atleechurch.org.

Friday and Saturday, Dec. 7-8 New Highland Baptist Church at 9200 New Ashcake Rd. in Mechanicsville will present “How to Have the Best Christmas Ever” at 7 p.m. Friday and 11 a.m. Saturday. This is a seasonal musical featuring actors, singers and a student orchestra from area high schools. Admission is free of charge.

Saturday, Dec. 8 Breakfast with Santa will be held from 8 to 10 a.m. at Applebee’s at 101 S. Carter St. in Ashland to support the Ashland Figure Skating Team. The cost is $10 and will include pancakes, sausage, eggs, coffee, tea and soda, as well as visits with Santa Claus. There are a limited num-

ber of tickets available. For more information, contact Kenny Janes at 804-698-9468 or email kenny.james03@gmail.com. The Lydia Circle of Trinity Lutheran Church-Ashland Campus, located at 11515 Ashcake Rd. in Ashland, will host its 9th annual Homemade Cookie Sale from 10 a.m. until 1 p,m. In addition to a variety of homemade cookies, there will be baked goods, jams/jellies, pickles/relishes, homemade fudge and candy for sale. The proceeds from this sale will benefit LWML Mites, LCMS Southeastern District Disaster Relief. For more information, call 804-798-6937. Hanover Fire Station 10 will host its Annual Breakfast and Pictures with Santa from 8 to 11 a.m. at 10414 Leadbetter Rd. in Ashland. Children under the age of 5 are admitted free of charge; 5 to 10 cost $5 each; and over 10 years is $7. Children are encouraged to bring their wish lists for Santa Claus.

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zoning code to address the problem, and Farrar said state code does allow localities to increase density in an effort to meet the challenge. The Comprehensive Plan is another tool localities may select to combat affordability. Farrar said Hanover County’s Comp Plan relies on a private sector element to meet the problem. “The developers out there will provide that based on the value of land that they are purchasing,” Farrar said. Ashland’s Comp Plan addresses housing extensively. “One theme you will see is that notion that we have a current diversity of housing . . . and there seems to be a need for more high end housing, above $300,000,” Farrar said. “It was really a matter of looking at the numbers and seeing what we didn’t have.” In order to attract nationalbased chain investment like large grocery stores, devel-

opers often look at median income and housing stock as an indicator of success. The town’s plan also encourages improving the town’s existing affordable housing stock and includes 10 policies that address housing. Regionally, the Partnership for Affordable Housing is compiling a plan that should address specific areas with options. “There are a lot of people looking at this,” Farrar said. “I think we need to keep an eye on the regional approach and realize that Ashland can’t do this alone,” Farrar said. He also noted the importance of community involvement in many programs currently in use in state localities. In Ashland, groups like Circles Ashland and Habitat for Humanity have taken the lead in providing affordable housing for low income residents. At some point, Farrar said, the discussion must address minimum income levels and when does an affordabil-

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Light Up the Tracks! will welcome the Christmas season to Ashland with various activities Saturday, Dec. 1.

ity issue become a homeless problem. For example, a person making $10,000 a year, by state standards, could only afford $250 a month for rent. “There are things we can do here, but, at some point, some of the solutions may not be applicable to all income levels,” Farrar said. “I don’t want for us to get bogged down in the need to address everyone and not being able to do anything.” Collective conversations must be had regarding the town’s path forward and whether to partner with the county in a regional approach or devise a plan specifically addressing Ashland’s affordability issues. “We’re going to need partners to help us on this,” Farrar said. Regarding next steps, the final council presentation on Dec. 18 will attempt to answer all of these questions — what might work and how to proceed. Mayor Steve Trivett suggested future workshop sessions to address the many issues associated with affordability. In other matters, Police Chief Doug Goodman asked council to approve a new parking ordinance that would prevent motorists from parking in the wrong direction against the curb. Goodman said that means making sure the right side of your car is against the curb, pointing in the direction of flowing traffic.

It’s against state law to cross oncoming traffic and park on the wrong side of the street, but Goodman said an adjustment to local code could better address the issue. State code requires a summons and initiates a much more costly process than a simple parking ticket. Council approved the new law by a unanimous vote. In other matters, Maggie Longest, executive director of the Ashland Main Street Association, told council members that this year’s Train Day drew almost 10,000 people in an expanded footprint format. She also reminded council members of the upcoming Light Up the Tracks!, a Dominion Energy-sponsored event taking place for four weekends in December. The goal is have to every building in the downtown area trimmed with old-fashioned white lights, creating a living postcard during the holiday season. There are special events planned for the one month celebration, beginning with the grand illumination at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 1, followed the next Saturday with the Patrick Henry High School Marching Band. An Ashland Street Party and reception at the Ashland Theatre also are planned for the month, and Santa comes to town on Dec. 22. For more information, visit lightupthetracks.com.

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$20 million Atlee Road Holiday Walking and House Tour extended project completed to benefit Ashland Museum MECHANICSVILLE -- Hanover County and the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) have completed the major construction project of extending Atlee Road from Rutland about one-half mile to Atlee Station Road. The $20 million project involved constructing a bridge over the Buckingham Branch railroad, closing the previous rail crossing and modifying the alignment FLAGG of both Cool Spring Road and Atlee Station Road to connect with the extension of Atlee Road. A traffic signal was installed at the intersection of Atlee Station Road and the new Atlee Road extension. Sidewalks and bicycle lanes also were built as part of this project. “We want to thank the citizens for their cooperation and understanding during con-

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struction” said Mike Flagg, Director of Public Works. “We know it has been an inconvenience.” “We want everyone to be able to move through the area safely and efficiently,” said Angela Kelly-Wiecek, Chickahominy District representative on the Board of Supervisors. “While construction is complete, VDOT will now conduct traffic studies to determine whether traffic signals can be KELLY-WIECEK installed at Cool Spring Road and at the Kroger Marketplace, as well as whether the speed limit can be reduced. VDOT is still evaluating additional changes to the Cool Spring Road connection to improve safety and site distance.” Abernathy Construction Corporation was the contractor on the project. Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.

ASHLAND -- Join the Ashland Museum for a Holiday Walking and House Tour at 2 and 4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 2. The Ashland Museum will lead a guided walking tour along Henry Clay Road and College Avenue. Participants will walk along Henry Clay Road looking at the different architecture of the homes and noting the businesses and hotels along the way. In the late 19th century the greenhouses for Palmer Gordon’s florist business spread out across Henry Clay Road and James Street. He built his home at 123 Henry Clay Rd. in 1888. Then we’ll continue across the tracks along College Avenue for a look at this neighborhood and stop for a wine and cheese reception at 205 College Ave. This lateVictorian home was built in the mid-1880s and is currently owned by Buffy and Rob Bickford. From there, the group will return to the Museum. The 90-minute tour will be offered at 2 p.m. and again at 4 p.m. Each tour begins and ends at the Ashland Museum at 105 Hanover Ave., next to

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Deck The Halls! welcomes participants with this sign at 12438 Elmont Rd. in Ashland.

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“If you just want to enjoy the event and not create,” Carolyn said, “we have decorations for low prices, made by experts from area garden clubs. For an additional donation, folks can buy gorgeous fully decorated wreaths, swags, table-toppers created by our design experts with all freshly cut greens.” Carolyn and Jerry encourage guests to visit the 1905 barn, heated with a wood stove, where they serve hot chocolate, tea, coffee, cider and plates and plates full of homemade goodies.

In the spirit of “green,” they use their special Deck The Halls! mugs. According to Carolyn, the entrance donation is less than the typical garden center or retail outlet cost of one wreath or one centerpiece or one any fresh holiday decoration. Handicap, elderly and guest drop-off is at Pine Grove Farm, 12438 Elmont, Ashland. All other parking is at Henry Clay Elementary School on Hanover Street in Ashland. The Holiday Trolley will drive folks ½-mile to the event at the farm. Sponsors are: Gulf Gulf Seaboard General Contractors;

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Charles H. Francis & Sons Plumbing; Andrea Brown, Edward Jones; Foam to Size; Patriot Mechanical. Luck Chevrolet; Bon Secours Foundation; Claybrooke Tree Farm; ACE Hardware of Ashland; Maine Wreath Company. Ashwood Gardens. The Flower Market/Vogue Flowers; The Garden Club of Ashland; and Starbucks of Ashland. For more information, or to volunteer for Deck The Halls!, contact Carolyn Peart at 804543-5765 (mobile) or carolyn. peart@verizon.net.

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The Ashland Museum will host a Walking and House Tour on Sunday, Dec. 2. Included on the tour are, from left, the Bickford House at 205 College Ave. and the Palmer Gordon House at 113 Henry Clay Rd. Proceeds from the tour benefit the Ashland Museum outreach programs.

the Red Caboose. Tickets are $15 in advance for museum members, $25 in advance for non-members, and $30 at the door for all on Dec. 2. Reservations are encouraged, as each tour has limited space.

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Grand larceny building was reported in the 14400 block of St. Andrews Lane, Ashland.

first offense, was reported in the 8200 block of Beatties Mill Road, Mechanicsville.

reported in the 12000 block of Ashland Heights, Ashland.

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For more information or to purchase a ticket, email ashlandmuseum@comcast. net, visit www.ashlandmuseum.org or call 804-368-7314. Proceeds from the tour benefits the Ashland Museum outreach programs.

Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 7000 block of Covebrook Lane, Mechanicsville.

Petit larceny building was

Possession of marijuana,

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 10400 block of Comanche Lane, Glen Allen.

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Prep gymnastics: County meet at Stonewall Jackson 7:00 p.m.

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Boys basketball: Caroline at Patrick Henry 7:00 p.m.

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Mules too stubborn for Randolph-Macon By Rob Witham for Ashland-Hanover Local ALLENTOWN, Pa. – As Randolph-Macon football made its return Saturday evening through the rain to Ashland, the Yellow Jackets spent little time grappling with what-ifs and questions about what could have been against fellow Division III Cinderella Muhlenberg College. The Mules – led by a relentless, speedy and physical defense – limited a RandolphMacon offense, which averaged 389 yards a game this season, to just 98 yards, frustrating the Yellow Jackets at every turn en route to a 35-6 win in the second round of the NCAA Division III playoffs at Scotty Wood Stadium. The six points were Randolph-Macon’s lowest output in a game in four years. The normally reliable Yellow Jacket offensive line, who had pushed aside opponents all season, were dominated by a Muhlenberg defense that consistently lined up nine players at the line of scrimmage, fluidly changed schemes before snaps, shut down Tre Frederick and the Randolph-Macon rushing attack, and dared the Yellow Jackets to throw the football. Junior Frankie Feaster matched his season high in tackles with nine for the Mules, eight of them solo, including 7.5 tackles for loss and all four

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Randolph-Macon running back Erick Hoy (24) tries to find running room against a tough Muhlenberg defense in a NCAA Division III second-round playoff Saturday. The Mules ended the visiting Yellow Jackets’ historic season with a 35-6 victory.

Muhlenberg sacks of quarterback Burke Estes. Randolph-Macon (9-3) managed just 21 rushing yards – 14 from Frederick, who exited the game in the second half after aggravating an ankle injury – and only 77 passing yards

as Estes went 14-of-26, throwing two interceptions, including a pick six by Nick Sirico, whose pick six last week in the final minute gave the Mules a firstround win at Delaware Valley. The game plan, according to Feaster, was geared toward

making the Yellow Jacket offensive line uncomfortable and out of rhythm, and it worked to perfection. “We knew they had big O-lineman, so we wanted to get them moving laterally so they couldn’t get downhill on us,”

Feaster explained. The Mules (11-1) employed multiple schemes, spreading three lineman across, bringing up linebackers and confidently utilizing a secondary not afraid to get physical to manhandle Yellow Jacket receivers snap

after snap. “Offensive, we did not help our defense one bit. I think that was the key,” Randolph-Macon head coach Pedro Arruza said. “I didn’t think our offensive skill was what it needed to be at the receiver position. We definitely got exposed today.” After scoring on an impressive opening drive of 74 yards, Muhlenberg survived a fumbled punt return, but on their next possession, quarterback Michael Hnatkowsky threw a pass right to defensive back Anthony Williams, who returned the interception to the Mules’ 12. Three plays later, Estes scored on a 2-yard run, but Chris Vidal’s extra point attempt was blocked to make the score 7-6. The Mules answered with a 12-play, 61-yard drive, running the ball on every play, culminating with a James Diggs 2-yard score for a 14-6 lead with 11 seconds left in the opening period. Two plays later, opening the second quarter, an Estes pass to the sideline was picked off by Sirico – the first of his two interceptions. While the Mules couldn’t convert off the turnover, their defense forced another threeand-out, giving Hnatkowsky and company the ball back. A four-minute drive was capped by perhaps the play of the game, see MULES, pg. 12

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County teams bring added depth to season By Rob Witham for Ashland-Hanover Local While most of the attention in the Capital District is paid to defending Class 5 state champion Varina, state contender Highland Springs, and perennial power Henrico, don’t be surprised if at least some teams in Hanover County boys basketball build on foundations laid a season ago and battle for playoff position this winter in their respective regions. Atlee (11-11, Region 5B): Sharpshooter Carson Miller is one of four departed Raiders from graduation, but secondyear head coach Rally Axselle is excited about his team’s chances this year. “We have 10 returning players, so that is a strength for us,” Axselle said. “We had a poor turnover to assist ratio last season, and need to improve on it dramatically.” Junior Tyler Warren, a Virginia Tech football commit, is Axselle’s top returning scorer from last year (11 points per game), while Andrew Cook will be counted on for quality minutes in the paint. Jayce Catterton will help cut down on the turnovers of last year, and Axselle says he could average in double figures. Early injuries will have to be overcome, as senior returning starter Alan Williams and junior Kemondre Claiborne both will be out until after winter break. Keep an eye on two Jacksons, seniors Weatherly and Baitinger, to help fill depth. The Raiders get an early road test at Varina on Dec. 4. Lee-Davis (6-16, Region 5B): While Chad Bishop’s program has improved in his first three campaigns, the win-loss record hasn’t always shown it. This year, in a crowded Region 5B, they’ll need to start winning

sophomore Dana Woodley will all be expected to contribute, whether on or off the court. Bishop knows lack of size is an issue, but it can be overcome in different ways. “What we lack in size, we’ll need to make up for with athletic ability in rebounding and contesting shots,” Bishop noted. “We return the majority of our scoring from last season. This year’s team is the deepest we’ve had.” Lee-Davis goes to King William Friday, then to 5B rival Douglas Freeman Tuesday. Hanover (4-22, Region 4B): After a Cinderella run to the Class 4 state tournament two years ago, ninth-year head coach Darren Thornton dealt with a depleted roster last season. Now, the Hawks look to turn back to past winning ways thanks to hard lessons learned, but invaluable experience gained, last season. “Our biggest hole this year is going to be able to put all the pieces together and find playing time for the 16 guys on the team,” Thornton said. Will Fahed, Cole Wallace, and Tyler McCormick are cocaptains, Fahed and Wallace joining returning starters D.J. Sims, Trevor Brooks and Anthony Luck. Sims and Brooks are young, just sophomores. Look for newcomers Kenny Blaylock, Stephen Cassell and Sam Lipscomb to bring much needed inside depth. Overall depth will help as Thornton wants to play uptempo on both sides of the floor. “The style of play that we’re going to do this year requires us to be in ultimate shape,” Joel Klein for The Local Thornton explained. Atlee’s Andrew Cook (21) should bring some quality time in the paint for the Raiders’ basketball team this season. Hanover has an early region games which in the past have James Wallace III and Elijah lead the Confederates in the bring experience and depth, road test Friday, heading to slipped away from them. Jones all return, as does forward paint. Seniors Avery Fusco, while seniors Robert Fraley Guards Devin Christian, Adonis Johnson, who needs to Tyler Berry and Dontae Baker and Adam Bartley, along with see DEPTH, pg. 12

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Hawks hope to lead girls teams into playoffs By Rob Witham for Ashland-Hanover Local A new season dawns as Hanover looks to take the next step forward, Atlee looks to return to the postseason, young talent comes together at Patrick Henry, and a year’s worth of experience should help LeeDavis improve. Hanover (16-8, Region 4B): Sixth-year head coach Mike Rohr built a foundation, then took his Hawks to the playoffs in each of the past two seasons. Key to their success has been the play of junior Jordan Davis, whose sophomore year ended in February due to an Achilles’ injury. Davis’ return is an important cog in Hanover’s plans to go deeper into postseason play. “We need to be balanced on the offensive end, coupled with an up-tempo pace to hopefully make us tough on defense,” Rohr explained. “We must be active and aggressive on the defensive end.” Tons of experience returns via starters Madison Miller, Sarah Johnson and Julia Mardigian, while Jessica Russell, Ellen Palya and Adrianna Jacobs all saw lots of playing time last season. Newcomers Elise Melia and Emily Mott look to add depth to help aid in their defensive hopes. The Hawks open with three straight home games, including a Tuesday date with Henrico. Atlee (12-10, Region 5B): The Raiders bring back four starters: guards Kelly Ayer and Kayla Maxson, forward Aya Youssef, and center Addison Raso. Rachel Green, Julianna Ward and Grace Gulliford return as well. Head Coach Michael Rawlings welcomes inside depth in senior Mary Pat McCombs and freshman Layla

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Lee-Davis guard Gracie Pappas drives to the basket for a score in a scrimmage at Saint Catherine’s School Tuesday.

Bryson, plus freshman guards Danielle Brown and Brooklyn Isom. In a challenging region where only eight of 15 teams make the postseason, a strong start to the season is key, thus, the importance of four returning starters. “All of them will be counted on heavily this year,” Rawlings explained. “Brown brings consistent outside shooting. We look for her to knock down a few shots to firmly establish and match her nickname of ‘Downtown’.” Ayer (14 points per game) and Maxson (12 points per game) will appreciate Brown’s help, forcing opposing defenses to spread out, giving Youssef

and Raso opportunities in the paint. An early trip to Region 5B rival Deep Run Friday will be a good early barometer of the team’s fortunes. Patrick Henry (6-16, Region 4B): In a season filled with growing pains a year ago, now-senior guard JaBryah HaverKamp brought poise, points, and leadership. She’s the key to the Patriots’ hopes to return to their winning ways this year. Ava Smith contributed well as a freshman, and returns as a good option either at guard or forward. Jamie Hughes grinds out rebounds and defends well, and Cali DeShazo is similar to Smith in skill set.

Watch for freshman guard Logan Nuckols, who could contribute, heavily, immediately. Fellow freshmen Jessica Osuanah, T’Niyah Baylor and Alexa Reichert bring an infusion of depth for head coach Phil Cobb, joining Mimi Plear, Olivia Hudak and Mary Holland. “Team defense and controlling the boards will be the strength, and the focus, early in the season,” Cobb said. “Pushing the tempo and consistent scoring will determine long-term success. We should be much more competitive than in the last two seasons.” Patrick Henry has two early road tests against Region 4B

foes at Caroline Thursday and at Louisa on Friday. Lee-Davis (6-14, Region 5B): In recent seasons, the biggest struggle for the Confederates has been having all the necessary pieces together. Eleventh-year head coach Alvin Puller begins from scratch in the backcourt this season, but has an excellent cornerstone down low in senior forward Codie Heilig. Madison Williams plays tough at small forward, aided by Megan Brooks. Lee-Davis will need more minutes and production from experienced returnees like Carlee Harding, Campbell Huber, Kaylee Gray and Tori Heller. Newcomers

Gracie Pappas, Bailey Rooks and freshman Madison Butler could find opportunities to contribute early. “We have smart girls. Working together and understanding the game better should make us better,” Puller noted. “Plus, we’re a year older. We believe in each other.” Lee-Davis gets two early home games where wins are available, hosting King William Friday and Maggie Walker Governors School Tuesday (after this edition went to press) before a trip to Patrick Henry on Dec. 7. King William (5-11, Region 2A): Head Coach Kerry Johnson begins season eight heading the Cavaliers with four returning starters. Jamie Hooper is the lone returnee at forward, while there’s more experience at guard as KaDedra Temple, Channing Pitts and Mallory Salmon all reprise their backcourt roles. There will be depth this year as senior forwards Keyera Carter and Jewel Mitchell, junior forward Fane’ Weeden and sophomores Mya Holmes and Kristen Dungee return, joined by newcomers Allie Patterson and Emma Anderson, both freshman, plus juniors Amber Harris, Kendall Leach and Rhianna Hurson. “Hooper has the experience and size to get this team far,” Johnson explained. “Jamie has the determination and work ethic to move to the next level. KaDedra ...will make a big difference this year. She works hard every second she is on the court.” Available depth should aid in Johnson’s hopes to play an up-tempo style which will wear down opponents, especially in the paint. The Cavs will be testsee HOPE, pg. 12

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Classic outing

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Randolph-Macon freshman Lauren Lewis scores two of her 16 points in the Yelllow Jackets’ 88-74 victory over Arcadia Saturday afternoon in the Randolph-Macon Classic.

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Randolph-Macon running back Tre Frederick (5) may have some running room now, but he was held to a paltry 14 yards by a stingy Muhlenberg defense in a NCAA Division III second-round playoff Satuday. The Mules allowed just 21 rushing yards total.

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as, on third and goal at the 3, the snap went sailing over Hnatkowsky’s head. He picked the ball up off a perfect hop from the turf, turned, rolled, and found Nick Ugarte for a touchdown pass sent perfectly over the head of RandolphMacon defender Stephen Richardson. A 3-yard pass in the record books sailed nearly 30 yards. Everything was going Muhlenberg’s way. Part of the Mules’ success was thanks to depth, an asset built through a regular season which found Muhlenberg giving up its bye week in October to travel to Thomas More for a non-conference game after their originally scheduled opening-week opponent backed out of the contest. “It turned out to be a bless-

ing for us, that long road trip,” Muhlenberg head coach Nate Milne noted, discussing the trip to Kentucky. “We made sure to rotate players throughout the season. We knew if we were going to go 10 weeks straight, we’d have to rotate guys.” Helping to clinch the win was an immediate three-andout from Randolph-Macon to start the second half, followed by a six-and-a-half minute drive over 15 plays that ended in Hnatkowsky finding Max Kirin in the end zone for a 9-yard touchdown throw and a 28-6 lead. Sirico’s second pick six in as many weeks ended the scoring with 8:52 to play. While Arruza and his staff have built the Yellow Jacket program to emulate, and last week withstand, the toughness of football from the Midwest, it was an even tougher brand of the game from due north that ended Randolph-Macon’s best

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season in a half-century. Two of their three losses come to Centennial Conference teams in Muhlenberg and Johns Hopkins, who both find themselves among the final eight teams standing in Division III. After a year where the motto “Good To Great” leapt to the forefront during their postseason run, only time will tell whether the Yellow Jackets can use the 2018 season as a foundation for more consistent winning, and even deeper postseason runs, in the future. “We have a great group of seniors, and I’m appreciative of everything they’ve done for this program,” Arruza said. “I don’t know, I need some time to mull things over.” For as well as the Yellow Jackets performed this year, their final act was disappointing, but should leave them hungry for a return to their game’s biggest stage.

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Rob Witham can be reached at sports@mechlocal.com. Spotsylvania to face Courtland. Patrick Henry (7-15, R-MC 6 0 0 0— 6 Region 4B): The Patriots lost Muhlenberg 14 7 7 7 — 35 experience both to graduation MUH — Curtiss 11 pass from (five seniors) and a big transHnatkowsky (Spirt kick) fer as Devyn Coles now plays R-MC — Estes 2 run (kick blocked) football at Highland Springs. MUH — Diggs 2 run (Spirt kick) MUH — Ugarte 3 pass from Head Coach Randy Anderson will rely on 6 feet, 2 inch junior Hnatkowsky (Spirt kick) MUH — Kirin 9 from Hnatkowsky forward Tysen Brown to lead (Spirt kick) the new age of Patriots. At 6 MUH — Sirico 74 interception feet, 5 inches, Chris Osuanah return (Spirt kick) brings size, as do a pair of freshRUSHING R-MC: Frederick 11 car- man forwards – both at 6 feet, 3 ries 14 yards, Hall 3-12, Hoy 3-4, inches – in Camden Byrd and Estes 12-(minus 9). MUH: Diggs 17-105, Riggio 8-42, DeLucas 12-28, Christian Berry. Quarterback Jayden Mines Lawrence-Wright 1-18, Hnatkowsky 2-10, Ugarte 1-0, TEAM 1-(minus joins Anderson’s crew in the 10). backcourt with fellow freshmen PASSING R-MC: Estes 14 completion 26 Jordan Allen and Aaron Brown. attempts 77 yards 2 interceptions. Patrick Henry will be extremely MUH: Hnatkowsky 14-24-153-2. young, but very athletic. RECEIVING “There was a lot of senior R-MC: Redman 4 receptions 24 yards, Hoy 5-22, Ritter 2-14, Gill 1-7, leadership last season, and, McDonald 1-7, Frederick 1-3. MUH: with that being said, the freshKirin 4-60, Ugarte 4-39, Curtiss 3-30, men that I have will have to Murphy 2-27, Diggs 1-(minus 3). grow up quick,” Anderson

opined, saying Brown will need to assume “the big brother role” to his teammates. The eighth-year coach extols the importance of his group improving quickly on the defensive side of the ball so that they can be prepared to battle for playoff position in 4B, where all 13 teams qualify for the postseason tournament. The Patriots face region rivals on back-to-back nights, hosting Caroline Thursday before traveling to Louisa on Friday. Rob Witham can be reached at sports@mechlocal.com.

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The Hanover County Board of Supervisors has set Wednesday, December 12, 2018, at 7 p.m. in the Board meeting room at the Hanover County Administration Building, 7516 County Complex Road, at Hanover Courthouse, Hanover, Virginia, as the time, date and place for a public hearing concerning conveyance of 2 parcels identiﬁed as GPIN 8734-90-7211 and 8743-09-4401 and totaling approximately 50 acres to the American Battleﬁeld Trust.

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All persons wishing to comment on the proposed conveyance may appear at the above time and place. A copy of the Agreement of Purchase and Sale is available for inspection at the ofﬁce of the County Administrator any regular working day between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

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Cecil R. Harris, Jr., County Administrator

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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Planning Commission has set Thursday, December 13, 2018, at 7:00 P.M., in the Board Room of the Hanover County Government Building at Hanover Courthouse, Hanover, Virginia, as the day, date, time, and place for a public hearing to consider the following cases, at which public comments will be accepted: REZONINGS C-20-04(c), AM. 1-18, TL HUNT, L.L.C. (RUTLAND) Request(s) an amendment to the conceptual plan approved with rezoning request C-20-04(c), TL Hunt, L.L.C., et al., on GPIN 8706-03-2706(part), consisting of approximately 11.48 acres, zoned M-1(c), Light Industrial District with conditions, located in the Rutland Commercial Park on Center Oak Court (private road) east of its intersection with Center Path Lane (private road) in the CHICKAHOMINY MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Limited Industrial. The proposed zoning amendment would permit open space to be converted to parking area. (PUBLIC HEARING) C-17-16(c), AM. 1-18, RDEV CORPORATION, INC. Request(s) to amend the proffers approved with C-17-16(c), Debra and Ronald Martin, on GPINs 8717-52-6106, 8717-62-1675, 8717-62-3654, 8717-62-5615, 8717-62-6674, 8717-62-2267, 8717-62-0268 and 8717-52-8258, consisting of approximately 12.5 acres, zoned RC(c), Rural Conservation District with conditions. The property located on the east line of Georgetown Road (State Route 651) approximately 1,000 feet north of its intersection with Rural Point Road (State Route 643) in the HENRY MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Agricultural. The proposed proffer amendment would change the permitted building materials. (PUBLIC HEARING) C-15-18(c), MARY E. HUGHES AND DAVID M. MANN Request(s) to rezone from B-1, Neighborhood Business District, to B-3(c), General Business District with conditions, on GPINs 8714-79-9346 and 8714-79-9536, consisting of approximately 1.74 acres, and located on the west line of Old Hickory Drive (State Route 1342) approximately 0.25 miles north of its intersection with Mechanicsville Turnpike (U.S. Route 360) in the MECHANICSVILLE MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Commercial. The proposed zoning amendment would permit automobile repair. (PUBLIC HEARING) CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT CUP-15-18, ONEENERGY DEVELOPMENT, L.L.C. Request(s) a Conditional Use Permit in accordance with Section 26-20.12 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit a solar power facility on GPINs 8757-62-1191 and 8756-49-8757, consisting of approximately 226 acres (CUP area limited to 145.48 acres), zoned A-1, Agricultural District with conditions, and located on the north and south line of River Road (State Route 605) approximately 0.37 miles west of its intersection with Mechanicsville Turnpike (U.S. Route 360) in the HENRY MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Agricultural. (PUBLIC HEARING) COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT

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CPA-2-18, CJEHN PARTNERS, L.L.C. A request to amend the Comprehensive Plan for Hanover County, Virginia, adopted February 14, 2018, pursuant to Sections 15.2-2204, 15.2-2223 through 15.2-2232 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended. The proposed amendment will be a change to the adopted Comprehensive Plan as follows: General Land Use Plan Map – An amendment to change the land use designation from Commercial to MultiFamily (8-15 Dwelling Units Per Acre) in the vicinity generally located on the west line of Sherwood Crossing Place (State Route 1340) approximately 350 feet north of its intersection with Mechanicsville Turnpike (U.S. Route 360) in the MECHANICSVILLE MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. (PUBLIC HEARING) Copies of the above case may be reviewed in the Planning Office, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

Ashland-Hanover Local November 28, 2018

LEGAL DISPLAY ADS

Town of Ashland Planning Commission Public Hearing The Ashland Planning Commission has scheduled a public hearing for Wednesday, December 12, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Town Hall at 101 Thompson Street, to accept comments from the public on the following: Capital Improvements Program FY 2019-2020 through 20232024: Review recommendations for amendments or revisions to The Capital Improvements Program (CIP). The CIP is a program that spans ﬁve (5) budget years. Non-recurring projects that are capital intensive are included in the CIP. The identiﬁed projects and assigned priorities are reviewed annually by the Planning Commission and the Town Council. A copy of the proposed CIP is available for review in the Town Hall at 101 Thompson Street, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Board of Supervisors has set Wednesday, December 12, 2018, at 7:00 P.M., in the Board Room of the Hanover County Government Building at Hanover Courthouse, Hanover, Virginia, as the day, date, time, and place for a public hearing to consider the following cases, at which public comments will be accepted: REZONINGS C-41-03(c), AM. 1-18, BETHANY DEVELOPMENT, L.L.C., ET AL. Request(s) to amend the proffers for C-41-03(c), Am. 1-13, Bethany Development, L.L.C., on GPINs 7822-40-0924, 7822-30-9638, 7822-30-8359, 7822-30-7132, 7821-39-6804, 7821-39-4511, 7821-39-3191, 7821-39-9293 and 7821-49-5642, zoned AR-6(c), Agricultural Residential District with conditions, and located on Bethany Estates Way (State Route Pending) at its intersection with Mountain Road (U. S. Route 33) in the SOUTH ANNA MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. The proposed zoning amendment would allow a reduction in the proffered minimum house size from 3,000 square feet to 2,250 square feet. (PUBLIC HEARING) C-24-17(c), MARCHETTI PROPERTIES, III, L.L.C., ET AL. Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District, and B-3, General Business District, to MX(c), Mixed Use District with conditions, on GPINs 7767-17-2423, 7767-08-0569, 7757-98-4106, 7757-96-1157, 7757-96-5577 and 7757-86-7936, consisting of approximately 323.29 acres, and located on the east line of Mountain Road (U.S. Route 33) at the Henrico County Line in the SOUTH ANNA MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Commercial and Planned Business. The proposed zoning amendment would permit a mixed use development, which includes the creation of 2,202 residential units for a gross density of 6.8 units per acre and 313,140 square feet of retail and office space. The residential units include 970 multi-family units, 129 single-family detached units, and 1,103 townhouses. (PUBLIC HEARING) C-1-18(c), LEWISTOWN COMMERCE CENTER, L.L.C. Request(s) to rezone from M-2(c), Light Industrial District with conditions, and B-3(c), General Business District with conditions, to RM(c), Multi-Family Residential District with conditions, and M-2(c), Light Industrial District with conditions, on GPINs 7788-66-2054 and 7788-56-6691, consisting of approximately 9.06 acres, and located on the east side of Lakeridge Parkway (State Route 782) approximately 925 feet south of its intersection with Lewistown Road (State Route 802) and in the SOUTH ANNA MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Destination Commerce (concurrent Comprehensive Plan Amendment (CPA-1-18) request to change to Multi-Use). The proposed zoning amendment would allow development of a 1.15 acre office building site and a 7.91-acre townhouse community, consisting of 85 units with a density of 10.75 units per gross acre. (PUBLIC HEARING) C-9-18(c), TRUSTEES OF HILLCREST BAPTIST CHURCH Request(s) to rezone from AR-2, Agricultural Residential District, to A-1, Agricultural District with conditions, on GPIN 8708-76-7971, consisting of approximately 2.49 acres, located on the east line of Hillcrest Road (State Route 649) approximately 1,000 feet north of its intersection with Hanover Courthouse Road (U.S. Route 301) in the BEAVERDAM MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Agricultural. Since AR-2 zoning does not list churches as a permitted use, the proposed zoning amendment to A-1(c), Agricultural District with conditions, would allow this parcel to be added to the adjacent property of Hillcrest Baptist Church. (PUBLIC HEARING) C-14-18(c), SHIRLEY W. MITCHELL AND WILLIAM E. WRIGHT, JR. Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District, to AR-6(c), Agricultural Residential District with conditions, on GPIN 8746-19-7618, consisting of approximately 9.98 acres, and located on the north line of Double Five Drive (State Route 1622) approximately 400 feet east of at its intersection with Studley Road (State Route 606) in the HENRY MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Agricultural. The proposed zoning amendment would permit the creation of one additional building lot for a family member for a gross density of one dwelling unit per 4.99 acres. (PUBLIC HEARING) CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS CUP-6-03, AM. 1-18, TRUSTEES OF HILLCREST BAPTIST CHURCH Request(s) an amendment to a Conditional Use Permit in accordance with Section 26-20.21 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit the addition of GPIN 8708-76-7971 (2.49 acres fronting on Hillcrest Road and adjacent to the Church) to the area of the Church CUP (GPIN 8708-76-6495, 5.42 acres), together consisting of approximately 7.91 acres. The Church property is zoned A-1(c), Agricultural District with conditions, and the parcel being added to the area of the CUP is zoned AR-2, Agricultural Residential District (A-1(c), zoning pending). The Church is located on the west line of Hanover Courthouse Road (U.S. Route 301) at its intersection with Hillcrest Road (State Route 649) in the BEAVERDAM MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Agricultural. (PUBLIC HEARING) CUP-13-18, CARLOS USUDA AND JASON ROBINSON Request(s) a Conditional Use Permit in accordance with Section 26-130.4 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit a used automobile dealership on GPIN 8725-93-0101(part), consisting of approximately 1.83 acres (Conditional Use Permit area 0.87 acres), zoned B-3, General Business District, and located on the south line of Mechanicsville Turnpike (U.S. Route 360) approximately 1,100 feet east of its intersection with Pebblepath Parkway (State Route 2120) in the COLD HARBOR MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Commercial. (PUBLIC HEARING) COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENTS CPA-1-18, LEWISTOWN COMMERCE CENTER, L.L.C. A request to amend the Comprehensive Plan for Hanover County,Virginia, adopted February 14, 2018, pursuant to Sections 15.2-2204, 15.2-2223 through 15.2-2232 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended.The proposed amendment will be a change to the adopted Comprehensive Plan as follows: General Land Use Plan Map – An amendment to change the land use designation from Destination Commerce to Multi-Use in the vicinity generally located on the southwest quadrant of the intersection of Lewistown Road (State Route 802) and Lakeridge Parkway (State Route 782), extending west to Lickinghole Creek in the SOUTH ANNA MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. (PUBLIC HEARING) CPA-5-18, SECTION 4, ACTIVE LIVING A request to amend the Comprehensive Plan for Hanover County,Virginia, adopted February 14, 2018, pursuant to Sections 15.2-2204, 15.2-2223 through 15.2-2232 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended.The proposed amendment will be a change to the adopted Comprehensive Plan as follows: Section 4, Active Living – An amendment to include a text section on active living that promotes planning for pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure within the Suburban Service Area. (PUBLIC HEARING) ORDINANCE AMENDMENT ORDINANCE 18-10, TELECOMMUNICATION FACILITIES AN ORDINANCE to amend the Hanover County Code, Chapter 26, Zoning Ordinance, Sections 26-284 and 26-289, to update the regulations in the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance related to telecommunications facilities to reflect changes made to the Code of Virginia related to fall zone setbacks and to information that can be requested from an applicant at the time that an application for a Conditional Use Permit or Special Exception is submitted. (PUBLIC HEARING) SPECIAL EXCEPTION SE-6-18, MARCHETTI PROPERTIES II, L.L.C., ET AL. Request(s) a Special Exception Permit in accordance with Section 26-336 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit light poles taller than permitted on GPINs 7767-17-2423, 7767-08-0569, 7757-98-4106, 775796-1157, 7757-96-5577 and 7757-86-7936, consisting of approximately 323.29 acres, zoned A-1, Agricultural District, and B-3, General Business District (rezoning to MX(c), Mixed Use District with conditions pending), and located on the east line of Mountain Road (U.S. Route 33) at the Henrico County Line in the SOUTH ANNA MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. (PUBLIC HEARING) Copies of the above case may be reviewed in the Planning Office, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

Ashland-Hanover Local November 28, 2018

Olde Time Holiday Parade welcomes season and Santa

The Hanover Arts & Activities Center was represented, photo at left, in the Olde Time Holiday Parade on Sunday, Nov. 18, in Ashland. At right, members of 804 Dance Place perform for the spectators lined along the streets of the town.

A favorite in parades are the horses -- youâ€™ll notice various sizes. Also taking part were, below left, Hanover Fire-EMS and Col. David R. Hines, sheriff. Members of Ashland Town Council smile as they waved to folks along the parade route. Below, photos were being taken of the parade, as the little ones welcomed the participants and posed for the camera. Santa and Mrs. Claus waved to the crowd as the parade came to an end. The Jolly Old Elf always wraps up the event, which kicks off the holiday season in the Town of Ashland. At right, a member of the ACCA Motor Patrol wheels through the parade route.

Photos by Joel Klein for The Mechanicsville Local

Ashland-Hanover Local November 28, 2018