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Regional plan targets affordability issues By Jim Ridolphi for Ashland-Hanover Local

ANOVER -- The mention of affordable housing conjures a variety of images and responses, some of them not as complimentary as others, but the problem is real and growing in the Commonwealth and across the nation. According to recent statistics, around 35 percent of metro Richmond residents are considered “costburdened,” paying more than 30 percent of their income for housing. Last week, Elizabeth Greenfield, Partnership for Housing Affordability director, and Laura Lafayette, Richmond Association of Realtors president, presented a vision for a comprehensive regional plan that

would address the problem in a variety of ways. “Fifteen percent are severely cost-burdened, paying more than 50 percent of their income on housing,” Greenfield told the Hanover County Board of Supervisors. The affected residents are evenly divided among renters GREENFIELD and home buyers. Senior citizens also compile a large majority of affected cost-burdened homeowners. While the homes in which they currently reside may be paid for with equity available, the cost of transitioning to senior living can be expensive. Many of those seniors own homes valued at less

that $200,000. “The cost of a new construction in a 55 and over community is about $340,000,” Greenfield said. About 27 percent of Hanover households are considered cost-burdened, according to Greenfield. It’s apparent that programs LAFAYETTE that might assist in downtown Richmond may not work well in Hanover County, but some county programs like the accessory dwelling unit provision allows older parents to construct small units on lots already occupied by family members. see REGIONAL, pg. 8

School district eyes methods to better prepare students MAP awards Nick Liberante for The Local

April Pruitt, Market Ashland Partnership (MAP) president for the past two years, encouraged members to give 1% of one day to MAP. "MAP has enriched my life personally and professionally," she told the group gathered Thursday evening for the organization’s Membership Dinner at the Hanover Country Club. Story on page 10.

By Jim Ridolphi for Ashland-Hanover Local ASHLAND -- Educators are constantly seeking new and innovative methods to teach traditional subjects or searching for new methodology that better prepares students for the future. Hanover County School Board members learned last week how two programs in Hanover County Public Schools are utilizing creative and non-traditional methods

to teach English and mathematics. Some Geometry/Algebra students at Patrick Henry High School are exposed to new ways of thinking regarding problem-solving and some changes in the classroom that might buck some “old school” thinking. Mathematics curriculum specialist Ian Shenk outlined a program called Mathematics Workshop. “In short, the mathematics

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Curriculum specialists Ian Shenk and Tami Slater joined Hanover Center for Trades and Technology principal Justin Roerink for a special presentation to the Hanover County School Board regarding innovative programs in Hanover schools.

workshop model takes an innovative approach to the traditional math sequence,” he said. Instead of a teacher beginning class by solving prob-

lems or a lecture, students are presented with problems that require creative thinking and problem-solving skills. “Unlike traditional classsee HCPS, pg. 8

Hines seeks re-election as sheriff Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com HANOVER – For 35 years, David R. Hines has been serving the citizens of Hanover County as a member of the Sheriff ’s Office. In September 2010, he moved into the role of sheriff with the title of colonel. In announcing his candidacy for re-election, he said he is “continually appreciative of the outpouring of love and support we receive from our community. I am HINES extremely proud of our record of excellent service, being internationally as well as state accredited, being fiscally responsible, and being committed to the safety of our citizens.” Hines acknowledged the past leadership of his predecessor, Col. V. Stuart Cook “The foundation of our crime prevention strategy has been, and always will be, the trust and support of those we serve,” he said. Hines continues to attribute his department’s success through strong partnerships, which have see HINES, pg. 2

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SHLAND -Randolph-Macon College will host its annual celebration of the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. from noon to 1 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 21, in the Blackwell Auditorium of the Center for Performing Arts at 205 Henry St. in Ashland. The Rev. Janie M. Walker will serve as the keynote speaker for the event, which is free and open to the public. Rev. Walker is a Baptist minister and co-pastoral director of Richmond Hill, a residential ecumenical Christian community whose mission includes working toward racial reconciliation in the Metro Richmond area. Committed to personal spiritual disciplines and practices, Rev. Walker maintains a discipline of spiritual guid-

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ance and healing as she walks with others on their spiritual journeys. For 30 years, Rev. Walker has provided ministerial leadership to churches, organizations and denominational bodies during times of start-up or transition. In addition to preaching, teaching and facilitating retreats and workshops, her ministerial services include spiritual guidance, healing prayer and community development. Rev. Walker graduated from the Central Virginia School of Ministry in 1993 with an associate degree in Biblical Studies, and from the RUAH School of Spiritual Guidance in 2002. She graduated from the Virginia Union University School of Theology in 2007, where she earned a

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Master of Divinity degree. Rev. Walker served on the faculty of the RUAH School of Spiritual Guidance from 2003 to 2017, and as dean of the school from 2014 to 2017. With plans in place to retire in May, Rev. Walker will continue pursuing her interest in collaborative efforts designed to promote healing and wholeness in individuals and institutions. Celebrating the Spirit of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Each year, RandolphMacon College celebrates the spirit of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by inviting a distinguished speaker to campus to commemorate his birthday. Previous speakers include former Virginia Gov. and Mayor L. Douglas Wilder, Pastor and Civil Rights leader Wyatt Tee Walker, former Richmond

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resulted in an overall reduction in crime and crime rates over the past four years. “In 2017 and 2018, there were historically low crime rates and historically high reported crime clearance rates. This is an accomplishment we share with our community. Our partnerships with our neighborhood watch, business watch and worship watch programs have paved the way for this unprecedented success,” he added.” Our philosophy has always been rooted in the understanding that we are only successful with the trust of our community.” “Although measuring past performance is important, this announcement is more about what we can continue to accomplish together in the

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future,” Hines said. “I will once again be seeking the office of sheriff for Hanover County in the upcoming election. Alongside the hardworking men and women of the Sheriff ’s Office, I look forward to continuing my service with the citizens of Hanover County and building upon our successes,” he said. “Our mission of reducing crime through problemsolving tactics, coupled with our shared values, provides the right combination to maintain and improve the quality of life in Hanover County for years to come,” Hines said. “I thank my wife, Pat, and children, Reed and SarahGrace, for their love and encouragement.” He closed by saying, “Thank for your support of the Sheriff ’s Office during my years of service.”

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Forging public records was reported in the 6000 block of Henrico County/ Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville. Larceny of bank notes and checks was reported in the 7200 block of Cold Harbor Road, Mechanicsville. Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported in the 7300 block of Sedgemoore Circle, Mechanicsville. Driver did not report an accident with damages, $500, in the 10100 block of Lewistown Road, Ashland. Simple assault was reported in the 14100 block of Big Bear Court, Montpelier. Possession of Schedule I and II controlled substance was reported in the 11000 block of Brookhollow Drive, Glen Allen. Damage to a vehicle, boat or aircraft was reported in the 6300 block of Kristy Star Lane, Mechanicsville. Credit card fraud, $200 in six months, was reported

Petit larceny building was reported in the 7300 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville. Possession of tobacco products, minor, was reported in the 10300 block of Chamberlayne Road, Mechanicsville. Firearms, regardless of value, not from a person, was reported in the 8200 block of Christian Ridge Drive, Mechanicsville.

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Petit larceny building was reported in the 13400 block of Liberty School Road, Ashland. Larceny of bank notes and checks was reported in the 11100 block of Air Park Road, Ashland. Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 9300 block of Chamberlayne Road/Atlee Road, Mechanicsville. Larceny of bank notes and checks was reported in the 11500 block of Fox Cross Road, Ashland.

Grand larceny building was reported in the 11200 block of Gwathmey Church Road, Ashland.

No driver’s license was reported in the 15300 block of Washington Highway/ Old Ridge Road, Doswell.

Violation of a protective order was reported in the 10100 block of Cool Hive Place, Mechanicsville.

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

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Driving under the influence of alcohol was reported in the 12000 block of Ashcake Road, Ashland.

Passing a stopped school bus loading or unloading was reported in the 14000 block of Mountain Road/

accident with damages, $500, in the 7400 block of Mechanicsville Elementary Drive, Mechanicsville.

Grand larceny from auto was reported in the 8200 block of Peaks Road, Hanover.

Possession of Schedule I and II controlled substance was reported in the 8100 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Grand larceny building was reported in the 9400 block of Atlee Station Road, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 7100 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/Lee-Davis Road, Mechanicsville.

ID theft ID to defraud, $200, was reported in the 10200 block of Brickerton Drive, Mechanicsville.

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

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OBITUARIES | Death Notices & Funerals JANICE HARLOW BAYLOR Janice Harlow Baylor peacefully passed away on January 9, 2019, in her home in Glen Allen. Janice, affectionately called “JJ” by her family, was happily married to John T. Baylor for over 67 years, and she was 91 years old. Janice originally hailed from Ashland, where she met her husband, John, while both were attending Randolph-Macon College. After college, Janice and John lived in several areas within Henrico County. Janice is survived by her husband, John; and their two children, Valli and Brad. JJ had six grandchildren, Ty, Clay, Baylor, Rawson, Keavy and Liam. Her family continues to grow with the recent addi-

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2019 CITIZENS’ PLANNING ACADEMY This is an opportunity for you to learn more about the planning process, the rules and regulations governing zoning and subdivisions, the legal bases for planning, planning for capital improvements, and ethics in the planning process. The course will include an opportunity for each participant to discuss the County’s future. The class will be limited to no more than thirty (30) participants and will meet on the following dates, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.: January 29, 2019 February 11, 2019 February 25, 2019

February 4, 2019 February 21, 2019 March 27, 2019

Each participant selected must commit to attend all the sessions. There is a fee of $30 per adult participant, to cover the cost of materials and refreshments. In selecting participants for the class, an effort will be made to achieve a broad-based representation of the community. Applications will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on Friday, January 18, 2019. Applicants selected to participate will be notified by the Hanover County Planning Office shortly thereafter. For additional information and to request an application form, contact: Tiffany M. Burton Hanover County Planning Office 7516 County Complex Road P.O. Box 470 Hanover Courthouse Hanover, Virginia 23069 (804) 365-6171 tmburton@hanovercounty.gov 4

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tion of three great-grandchildren, Levi, Margaret and Hudson. Janice always lit up a room wherever she was, always laughing and smiling with her family and many friends. She was an avid tennis player, and one of the best bridge players around. She will forever be missed.

RAYMOND L. DERRICOTT Raymond L. Derricott, 84, of Ashland, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, January 2, 2019. He was one of 11 children born on May 8, 1934, to the late Clarence and Elver Derricott. He was marred to the late Lucy Jane Derricott and to this union six children were born. He attended the public schools of Hanover County, where he graduated in 1953 from John M. Gandy High School. He was employed by Ashland Roller Mils, now Ashland Milling Co., from approximately 1958 to 1978. He was then employed by Springhill Nursery, where he developed a love for plants and greenery. He also was employed by NAPA, as a driver, until his health failed. Raymond loved to tell jokes and was always willing to share his humor to all he came in contact with. He DERRICOTT was the life of the bus trips on his many excursions to Atlantic City and other venues. As his health continued to fail and he was no longer able to communicate effectively, this was not a worry to him. He had his own operator, Faye, who lived across from him. He would walk over to her house several times a day, every day, with his cell phone in hand and she knew he would say, “call Benny or call my daughter.” He was preceded in death by his wife, Lucy Jane Derricott; and daughter, Tracey Lee Derricott. He leaves to cherish his memories, one daughter, Sandra (Luther) Fleming of Odenton, Maryland; four sons, Randy (Cacheeta) of Parkland, Florida, Robbie (Glenda of Richmond, Vincent of Ashland and Marvin Sr. of Richmond; nine grandchildren, Alisha, Candice, Traesha, Marvin Jr. (Todd), Randy Jr. (Craig), Shawn, Willie, Brittany and Joshua; 11 greatgrandchildren, two sisters, Thelma Mack of Norfolk and Patricia Cary of Ruther Glen; sister-in-law, Helen Derricott of Ruther Glen; devoted friend, Helen Fox of Ruther Glen; and a host of nieces, among them, Delores Derricott (Peanut), whom he helped raised; nephews, other family members and friends. Funeral services were held at noon on Saturday, January 12, 2019, at Jerusalem Baptist Church in Doswell. Owens Funeral Services in Ashland was in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.owensfuneral.com.

THE REV. DR. WILLIAM “BILL” STANTON NOE The Rev. Dr. William “Bill” Stanton Noe, 89, of Richmond, passed away on Tuesday, January 8, 2019. He was born December 7, 1929, in Greenville, North Carolina, to the late Rev. Alexander Constantine Davis Noe and Elizabeth Barber Noe. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Anita; and leaves behind two daughters, Lori Bocrie, and husband, Jerry, and Lisa Jennings; and grandson, Austin Jennings. Dr. Noe attended Porter Military Academy in

Charleston, South Carolina, University of the South in Sewanee, Tennessee (B.A. and M.Div.), Study Abroad at the University of Vienna (when Austria was still occupied by the Russians), Rhodes Scholar at Oxford University, Guggenheim Fellow, Fulbright Scholar at the University of Heidelberg, Germany, University of Virginia in Charlottesville, (Ph.D). After serving as Captain in The U.S. Air Force in Hornafyordur, Iceland, he was editor of an International theological quarterly, Episcopal Priest, founded St. Peter’s bythe-Sea in Swansboro, North Carolina; priest-in-charge, Church of Our Saviour in Montpelier for 20-plus years, supply priest in 35 different Episcopal churches in Virginia, founder of the Study Abroad NOE program and Chairman, department of German, Randolph-Macon College in Ashland (33 years), American Association of University Professors (former president for State of Virginia), member of Modern Language Association, English Speaking Union, founder and former owner of Interport Corporation. He also volunteered for Assistant Chief of Volunteer Fire Department, Adopt-aHighway program, Richmond Symphony, and two years as a member of the Medical College of Virginia/VCU Institutional Review Board. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, January 20, 2019, at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in Richmond. The family will receive friends at the church at 1 p.m. Burial will be immediately following at Fork Church in Hanover County; directions will be available after the service.

JENNIFER MARABLE STIVERS Jennifer Marable Stivers, 49, of Rockville, passed away on January 4, 2019. She was born in Columbus, Ohio, but grew up in Dallas, Texas. She graduated from Ursuline Academy, where she met her soulmate and future husband, Greg. Shortly after graduating from the University of Texas in 1991, Greg and Jennifer were married. They were blessed with four beautiful children, who, along with her Catholic faith, were her guideposts in her life. Her final decade was challenged by the effects of a brain injury, but her selfless love for friends and family never wavered. She found her calling in taking the Holy Eucharist to men and women at three local nursing homes along with her best friend and companion, Ludwig, her 165-pound Greater Swiss Mountain STIVERS Dog. Jennifer is survived by her husband, Greg Lewis Stivers; daughters, Elizabeth Madison Stivers and Grace Reed Stivers; sons, Samuel Marable Stivers and Andrew James Stivers; sisters, Lisa Palmer (Matthew), Kathleen Boucher (Oliver) and Nancy Stripling (Guy); brother, James Marable (Dawn); and many extended family members. She was preceded in death by her father, Samuel Addison Marable III; mother, Audrey V. Marable Fink; stepfather, John Fink; and brothers, Mike Fink and Samuel Marable. A Mass of Christian Burial see OBITUARIES, pg. 16

Sing-A-Longs planned during showings at Ashland Theatre Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND â€” After a successful reopening and several consecutive sold-out screenings, Ashland Theatre will present a double billing of award-winning films, Bohemian Rhapsody and A Star is Born, beginning Friday, Jan. 18. â€œWe are thrilled to bring these two award-winning films to Ashland Theatre,â€? said Douglas Love, president and CEO of Ashland Theatre Foundation. â€œThe stories in these films align so perfectly with our mission to bring exceptional film, live performance and live music to the community.â€? Channel your inner Freddie Mercury at special â€œsing-a-longâ€? evening screenings of Bohemian Rhapsody at 7 p.m. on Jan. 18, 29 and 24. The film will be accompanied by captioned lyrics. Costumes are optional, but encouraged. Rocking out is mandatory. â€œThe sing-a-long screenings of Bohemian Rhapsody, in particular, reflect the kind of unique and fun events you can expect to see from us in the future,â€? Love said. Matinee and evening screenings of Bohemian Rhapsody and A Star is Born

will run for one week â€” Jan. 18-23. For a full list of show times and to purchase tickets, go toÂ ashlandtheatre.org.Â Advance purchase is strongly advised as many show times are expected to sell out.Â Tickets were $10

for adults and $8 for children (12 and under)/student/senior/ active military. The price to attend a matinee is $6.50.Â

About Ashland Theater Ashland Theatre is located at 205 England St. in Ashland. Owned by the Town of Ashland, the theatre building celebrates its 70th year as it reopens its doors. Ashland Theatre features a new, stateof-the-art 4K Sony projection system and 7.1 surround sound system. There are brand new plush seating, expanded concession stands, full ABC license and a VIP lounge

with box seats to accommodate up to 300 patrons. For more information, visit www. ashlandtheatre.org or call 804401-7007.Â

About Bohemian Rhapsody (PG13) Bohemian Rhapsody is a celebration of Queen, the bandâ€™s music, and lead singer Freddie Mercury (Rami Malek), who defied stereotypes and convention to become one of historyâ€™s most beloved entertainers. Following Queenâ€™s meteoric rise, the bandâ€™s revolutionary sound and Freddieâ€™s solo career, the film also chronicles the bandâ€™s reunion and one of the greatest performances in rock history.

About A Star is Born (R) A Star is Born follows the story of seasoned musician Jackson Maine (Bradley Cooper) who discovers-and falls in love with-struggling artist Ally (Lady Gaga). She has just about given up on her dream to make it big as a singer -- until Jack coaxes her into the spotlight. But even as Ally's career takes off, the personal side of their relationship is breaking down, as Jack fights an ongoing battle with his own internal demons.

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OPINION | The Local Views From the managing editor

To grow or not to grow must be the question By Melody Kinser Managing Editor hen we were notified that the official grand opening of Publix at 6603 Mechanicsville Tpk. in the Brandy Creek Commons shopping center in Mechanicsville was scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 5, we took a photo to announce the news on social media (we’re very active on Facebook and Twitter). Reaction was immediate – both positive and negative, and it wasn’t necessarily targeted toward the Florida-based store chain when the post went up on Wednesday, Jan. 2. When Publix first arrived in the Richmond area, I had an idea as to what to expect since I had shopped at one of the stores when I visited Amelia Island, Florida, several years ago. As of Thursday, Jan. 10, it had reached 15,178, engaged 6,648, and prompted 69 comments and 58 shares. Now that’s some serious interest. But, to clarify, at issue wasn’t specifically the addition of Publix to the community, but growth and development. As I’ve said here before, I support the efforts of county lead-

ers in bringing in new business and industry. Restaurants also generated quite a bit of buzz on that thread. Five Guys and Mod Pizza are going in the plaza where Publix is located, and Chipotle and Panera is open at Hanover Square on Bell Creek Road. Zaxby’s is being built just down the turnpike from Publix. We love to boast about our school system, which needs a strong tax base to continue the renowned successes. I’m not sure what some folks expect when the topic of additional apartments and/or townhomes comes into the conversation. Based on what I’ve been reading on our Facebook page, there seems to be quite a bit of concern. Without question, we all want a safe and secure county. That’s why it’s imperative the sheriff ’s office continues to coordinate so well with county neighborhoods. This is another example of how additional funding is needed to provide enough officers and equipment. The same goes for our Fire-EMS department. We are blessed across-the-board with our emergency services. In addition to the funding for county services, the employ-

ment opportunities are expanding for our fellow Hanoverians. Many of those who posted were adamant in the desire to retain a “small town feel.” Others urged using vacant storefronts instead of building new structures. That issue often comes down to attractive incentives being offered by property owners to fill those spaces. As a Mechanicsville resident, who lives by the “Shop Local” slogan, I welcome any and all new businesses while continuing to support those that already exist. Economic development is booming -- and I encourage residents to get on board as we boost the county’s coffers. I believe it is possible to keep that small town feel while still experiencing beneficial growth. If we work with our county leaders -- as in take an active role in meetings and public hearings -- I’m confident we can reach common ground moving forward. Before closing, I want to note that Publix contributed $2,500 to the Hanover Education Foundation during the Friday, Jan. 4, preview event. These are the kinds of business partners our county needs and wants.

Thinking about the education that keeps on giving By Jim Ridolphi Contributing Columnist I’m not sure what goes on at VCU these days, and there’s no doubt that things have changed drastically since I took my last stroll through the campus years ago.

Admittedly, I haven’t been on campus since that final day of classes that spring long ago and I’m not sure if the more things change the more they stay the same applies in this case. As a mass communications major, most of my classes were journalismrelated, and finding just the right elec-

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tives to complement a busy schedule was essential to success. Those selections were made easier by campus word of mouth that always identified the best, and perhaps perceived easiest, must-take electives that would provide the highest grade with the least effort.

In those days, two classes stood out in that list of desirable electives, Motion Picture History and Human Sexuality. In 1974, I signed up for the movie class. “You just go in and watch a movie each week. What could be easier?” one of my roommates boasted.

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The small auditorium on Park Avenue was packed when I arrived for the first class. It seemed the popular class not only attracted those students needing electives for graduation but also was a magnet for area film buffs who often audited the class. When all the seats filled in the class, students took up space on the floor or steps. I soon learned the real attraction of the class lay in the person who taught the popular class. Times Dispatch movie critic Carole Kass took the assignment more than seriously and made it immediately clear that this class was not an easy mark. Kass had a cosmopolitan type delivery and an enormous knowledge of film and its history, and it became apparent that this class was not going to be a pushover. Kass, a transplanted New Yorker see EDUCATION, pg. 7

Peterson takes the gavel as Hazzard announces retirement By Jim Ridolphi for Ashland-Hanover Local

ANOVER -- A short organizational session marked the changing of the guard in leadership roles on the Hanover County Board of Supervisors during last Wednesday’s regular meeting. Mechanicsville supervisor Canova Peterson was selected by his colleagues to serve as chair for the upcoming year while Scott Wyatt, Cold Harbor District, was tapped to serve as vice chair. Both votes were unanimous. Outgoing chair and Henry District supervisor Sean Davis said the previous 12 months held moments of great joy and deep sadness for the county. He noted the passing of county employees, including firefighter Brad Clark. Davis commended the dedication and commitment of his fellow supervisors, noting that many began working in their communities long before they became supervisors. “The thing I can say about the board members I have served with is that they are out in the community constantly,” Davis said. He noted the extended effort and hours required to produce

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who for all intents and purpose, seemed to have West Coast connections. Her upstate New York dialect and unique voice somehow solidified her connection with the movie industry and many in the class thought Kass was a former actor or producer. Now, the first weeks of class featured silent movies and didn’t provide the frivolous form of entertainment many of

last year’s Comprehensive Plan Update, and recognized Col. David R. Hines, sheriff, for his outstanding service to the county and his commitment to keep Hanover safe. “As a strong public safety advocate, I want to say the safety in our community is due largely to the men and women of the Hanover [County] Sheriff ’s Office,” Davis said. “Supporting them and Fire/ EMS has been a top priority for me as well as this entire board.” Davis also thanked Commonwealth’s Attorney Tripp Chalkley for his dual role contributions to crime prevention and fighting. Davis noted the strong relationship between Hanover County Public Schools and the board of supervisors that resulted in funding for technological advances and a better understanding of what teachers, students and parents want from their education system. The board also has supported increased compensation for those employees. Davis cited economic successes in the past year that resulted in more jobs for Hanover citizens, including the reopening of Bear Island, which he credited to the efforts of longtime Beaverdam representative Aubrey “Bucky” Stanley. us sought, but Kass made even the most mundane of films interesting. Before each presentation, she noted camera angles, point of view and other vital elements of film-making. She took each scene seriously, and forced us to note the small details that separate great films from the run of the mill variety. Kass spent 25 years providing reviews of movies for the RTD, but always took time to

“He and the Economic Development department recognized the need to get that facility back open and worked with the folks in the private sector,” Davis said. He said one of the goals of the board is to make sure “The last thing we do is anything that takes place inside the beltway,” and said local expectations of elected officials is higher. Peterson took the gavel for his second time in his twoterm tenure, and said he welcomes the opportunity to continue on a positive path that betters the lives of all Hanover County citizens. “I need to thank my fellow board members for putting me in this position. It’s quite an honor,” Peterson said. “To you

and the citizens of the county, I promise to use my ears more than my mouth.” The Mechanicsville supervisor pledged continuation of a variety of projects currently endorsed by the board. He pledged continued cooperation with Fire/EMS and the Sheriff’s Office, and said the board will work closely with school officials to make sure ongoing programs like technology are funded. He also expressed a commitment to meeting the needs of Hanover citizens who have special needs. Peterson also noted that an important planning process regarding the county’s upcoming 300th is well underway. “We are establishing a plan

for our big birthday,” Peterson said. “We have citizens from all over this county already working on the committee along with Mr. Wyatt and Mr. Stanley and are reaching out to other people around the community to have a year-long celebration.” Peterson thanked Davis for his leadership during the past year and presented him with an honorary gavel to commemorate his tenure. In other news, South Anna supervisor Wayne Hazzard announced he would not seek re-election to that position in June. The two-term supervisor likened his relationship with Hanover County to a family and said leaving will not be easy. “This family relationship that I have been part of makes it that much harder to let this board and the citizens know that I do not intend to run for a third term on this board,” Hazzard told his fellow board members. By making the announcement early in the year, Hazzard said he hopes to allow candidates time “to get their names on the ballot.” Often positioned on different sides of the political arena, Ashland supervisor Faye Prichard expressed her appreciation of Hazzard’s work on

give back to her community. She not only taught the VCU class for many years, she also visited the State Penitentiary to enlighten those who would listen regarding the history of film and its importance. Looking back, many of the classes I took at VCU were vital in my career in journalism, and, even today, I still depend on information learned in those classes on Franklin Street. But, the lessons learned in Kass’ class also are ever-present

as I watch movies today. I’m always keenly aware of camera angles or the number used in a particular shot. When exam time rolled around, it became apparent that the class was not a pushover, and Kass expected students to take the information seriously. Even with the requirement to actually study, the class remains one of my favorite memories at VCU. As for Dr. Diana’s Human Sexuality class, it also turned

out to be more informative than entertaining and did not live up to our immature expectations implied by the title. The information learned in that class also resulted in a better understanding of life, relationships and how human beings interact. Years later, I finally realized that the two classes weren’t the most popular due to their lack of difficulty or simple exams. Both were taught by consummate professionals who

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Scott Wyatt, left, Cold Harbor District, and Canova Peterson, Mechanicsville District, were elected to the offices of vice chair and chair, respectively, during the Jan. 9 meeting of the Hanover County Board of Supervisors.

the board. “When I spoke to Mr. Hazzard this morning, I told him I was so very sorry to hear his announcement because we’ve developed such a wonderful relationship that grew out of respect for one another’s views and for the integrity I’ve seen in Mr. Hazzard,” she said. “I’ve appreciated the collegiality.” Hazzard said he will continue to serve on various boards and commissions through this year, and expressed appreciation to his colleagues: “Thanks to all my fellow board members for allowing me to be a part of the best board of supervisors in the region.” Stanley thanked colleagues, supporters and citizens for their gracious outpouring of sympathy and well wishes since his wife Ellen’s passing last month. “It’s been tough,” he said as he acknowledged the many cards and communication he has received since her death. Ellen Stanley was a dedicated volunteer in her community and a lifelong insurance agency employee with Erie. Stanley said her death has motivated a mission he will pursue for his remaining years. “Whatever time I have left, I‘m going to work to eradicate cancer.” somehow impressed on us the importance of the subject matter. In the end, it all added up to an education that exposed students to more than the basics and forced less than adult students to examine and question, notice and appreciate and realize that education was more than just checking off an elective on a requirement list. And watching a few great movies along the way didn’t hurt.

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rooms where teachers do most of the math, the workshop model allows for students to be the ones actually doing the math,” Shenk said. “They talk with each other, work collaboratively, and have choice about the activities that they are going to complete,” he added. The model emphasizes collaboration, communication, creative problem-solving and critical thinking. Mathematics isn’t the only subject utilizing innovative methods to better prepare students for the workplace. Justin Roerink, principal of the Hanover Center for Trades and Technology, said a new class called English for the Workplace is designed to provide students with real-life writing and communication skills.

This class prepares students for real-life communication in the workplace or other professional settings. “Workplace Readiness English has also worked on interpersonal skills such as handshaking, eye contact and posture and body language for professional settings, and currently we are working on phone and email etiquette,” said Tami Slater, English curriculum specialist. “While our focus is on Workplace English, we are not ignoring the Standards of Learning,” Slater said. “Students are reading and writing every day.” Roerink said the new English class is receiving rave reviews from students who enroll. “All of our course content is important and understandable. It prepares us better than any other class I’ve been in before,” one student said of

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“You all have the only accessory dwelling unit ordinance in the region. We would really like to tee that up in Henrico and in Chesterfield as well,” Lafayette said. “PHA’s mission is to preserve and strengthen the region’s economic competitiveness by helping the communities in the region develop a wide array of affordable housing choices and also build strong healthy communities,” Greenfield said. The agency is a nonprofit guided by a board that consists of public private and nonprofit members, and the area covered mirrors the Richmond Regional Planning Commission. Greenfield said the agency has spent the last several years gauging just what the community needs regarding affordable housing and compiling a list of what is available in the area that could provide solutions. PHA is currently involved in a regional plan to address those and other issues and provide a gambit of options for communities to consider when addressing affordability, or some-

the class. Another commented, “I would recommend this course because it really helped with preparing me for the workforce and everyone needs those skills.” School board member John Axselle applauded the efforts and said his real-life experience confirms the need for better communication skills in the workplace. He said some companies are providing employees with classes that assist in interpersonal communication or how to talk to other people. Axselle said the dependence on personal devices and an online presence might have contributed to the problem. “One of the things that concerns me about that is that you lose that interaction with people that I think is a very vital part of life: teamwork, collaboration and other

times called, workplace housing. Richmond Association of Realtors CEO and former PHA chair Laura Lafayette said a recent New York Times study cited Richmond as a city with one of the highest eviction rates in the country. This confirmed what experts already had established: a housing challenge existed in the region. Lafayette noted that eviction was just one element of a complicated housing problem and suggested a broader approach to the problem. “Stable shelter is an essential element of our quality of life,” Lafayette said. “It connects to everything in terms of positive outcomes in health, education and so many other ways.” To respond to the problem, PHA developed a regional housing plan in 2015 with a promise to update that data utilizing experts at Virginia Tech. That date is expected next year and Lafayette said she anticipates an increase in need for affordable housing. Additionally, “We want to develop a regional housing plan.” The plan would address all aspects of the problem, including homelessness up to market rate home ownership.

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things,” Axselle said. Superintendent Michael Gill said the two classes highlighted in the presentation are only a sampling of innovative education taking place in county schools. “This only represented two items … but I think it is representative of the innovation that is going on throughout the division,” Gill said. “It’s easy to say we want innovation, but it takes visionary leadership from our leaders, from or building administrators, from our Central Office specialists -- and I think that has been demonstrated here this evening.” In other matters, a budget workshop is scheduled for 7 p.m. on Tuesday Jan. 22, the Central Office. The school board will officially consider the proposed budget for adoption at its Feb. 12 meeting.

“Our plan is going to look at the gambit of needs of the citizens in the four larger jurisdictions,” Lafayette said. “The idea is that each jurisdiction will have its own plan and then we’ll roll that up into a regional framework.” The plan utilizes a partnership with the jurisdictions and plans in one district may differ from plans in another county or area. Lafayette said it’s another tool for government to utilize when devising plans to deal with issue. Whether it’s providing important data or commission studies, the plan is “another resource for moving your agenda in terms of housing forward.” The plan seeks to raise awareness regarding affordable housing and hopefully close the gap, but, more broadly, define affordable housing as a vital community element and display its value to community leaders. Nest steps include gathering that data from Virginia Tech and engaging the community regarding various options. “We need to hear from them,” Lafayette. There will be open meetings in each of the jurisdictions. “This is the biggest community

Ashland Players will show their love in the Center of the Universe on Feb. 14 Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND -- This Valentine’s Day, a real love story takes center stage in the Center of the Universe. As young teenagers, Becki and Wally Jones met doing a play at Theatre Bristol. They fell in love with theater — and each other. Seven years and many plays later, they got married at the theater in which they had met. Through the years, they’ve continued to perform in community and professional productions across Central Virginia, including for the Theater Company at

engagement that I’ve ever been involved with,” Lafayette said. While the plan is being developed, Lafayette said successful programs could be implemented where they could be beneficial. Vice chair Scott Wyatt, Cold Harbor District, asked if the program might be more effective in urban communities versus rural areas like Hanover. “We’re not suggesting a solution that works in an urban environment would necessarily make sense in any and all areas of Hanover,” Lafayette said. “I do think there are solutions in Richmond that might work well in Ashland.” Chickahominy supervisor Angela Kelly-Wiecek asked how private developers would be involved in solving problems like the senior affordable housing issue. “We have every intention of bringing the local homebuilders to the table,” Lafayette said. “The nonprofit community cannot build its way out of this. If anything, the for-profit developers have to be in this game with us.” Kelly-Wiecek said the plan is not intended to tell communities where they should put affordable housing. “This is a plan that would look at spe-

WALLY and BECKI JONES

Fort Lee, Dogwood Dell, and the Chamberlayne Actors Theatre. Becki worked for a time at Shakespeare’s Globe in London, taught theater for 11 see PLAYERS, pg. 16

cific strategies to address the problem.” Ashland supervisor Faye Prichard said affordable shouldn’t be confused with subsidized housing. “That’s not what we are taking about. We are talking about the best ways to make housing affordable for people who need to be in a stable living condition,” she said. “The goal here is to respect what communities want and need.” Lafayette said that’s the purpose of the aggressive public input process to listen to what people in the community want. “We want to hear from not the loudest voice in the room but the collective voice in the room.” South Anna supervisor Wayne Hazzard said part of the problem is the negative connotation associated with the term affordable housing. “The name brings ire from people who automatically think it’s Section 8 housing. Maybe we need to work on a new name for what we are trying to accomplish.” While the name does not hold those same impressions for Lafayette and PHA, she did acknowledge the perception and the need to perhaps use other nomenclature like workplace housing to alleviate those preconceived notions.

CALENDAR | News, Updates & Listings Wednesday, Jan. 16 The Town of Ashland will hold a public meeting from 6 to 8 p.m. in Town Council Chambers at 101 Thompson St. in Ashland. The purpose of the hearing is to discuss the 2040 Transportation Plan Update. Residents are invited to review preliminary information for the Town of Ashland Transportation Plan Update. The study is to help update the previous transportation plan by identifying and developing strategies necessary to support the future vision of the town. Citizens will be able to speak with study team representatives regarding the project. For more information, contact the Town of Ashland at 804-798-9219. The project website may be found at https:// ashlandplan.wpengine.com/. Provide written or oral comments at the meeting or submit them by Jan. 31 to Nora Amos, director of Planning & Community Development, at 101 Thompson St., Ashland, VA 23005. You also may email your comments to namos@ashlandva.gov. Reference “Transportation Plan Update” in the subject heading. In compliance with the National Historic Preservation Act, Section 106 and 36 CFR Part 800, information concerning the potential effects of the proposed project on properties listed in or eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places is provided in the environmental documentation. The Town of Ashland ensures nondiscrimination and equal employment in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you have questions or concerns about your civil rights in regard to this project or special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact the project manager listed above.

Sunday, Jan. 20 The Spring GriefShare Grief Support Group will meet at 2 p.m. in Room G111 at Shady Grove United Methodist Church at 8209 Shady Grove Rd. in Mechanicsville. Anyone grieving the loss of a loved

one (spouse, child, parent, friend) is invited to attend. The program provides an opportunity to be around people who understand what you are feeling, to learn valuable information on facing life situations, and to gain renewed hope for the future. If you’re interested or would like more information, call the church office at 804-746-9073 or email griefsupport@ shadygroveumc.org .

Monday, Jan. 21 The Pamunkey Woman's Club will meet at 6:30 p.m. at the home of a club member. The evening will begin with a soup and salad supper followed by a program by Jill Baughan. The topic will be "Find Joy No Matter What". For more information about the meeting or becoming a club member, contact Peggy Arnold, club membership chairman at 804-723-4156 or at facebook.com/ pamunkeywc.

Saturday, Jan. 26 Hanover Tavern Foundation, Transcend Paranormal and C.P.R.I. will join in presenting an unforgettable paranormal evening featuring cultural anthropologist, field archeologist, actor, author and ghost excavator John Sabol Jr. Meet Sabol and the investigation teams for a special dinner at 6:30 p.m., followed by a talk, discussing his Ghost Excavation methodologies. The evening will be capped off with a paranormal investigation led by Sabol at Hanover Tavern, the Historic Courthouse, and Old Stone Jail. For pricing and event times, visit www.hanovertavern.org.

Ongoing Families Anonymous Support Group meets from 7 to 8:30 p.m. every Monday at the Episcopal Church of the Creator at 7159 Mechanicsville Turnpike in Mechanicsville. The group is a self-help fellowship for the friends and family members of addicts who are in need of understanding and healing themselves. For details, call Sandy at 804-730-4812 or

email sandy.leigh@verizon.net. Overcomers Outreach and Women’s Codependency, a Christcentered anonymous support program offering hope and healing for recovering alcoholics, addicts and their families meet every Monday at 7 p.m., at the Mechanicsville Christian Center at 8061 Shady Grove Road in Mechanicsville. For more information, call 804-366-9645 or email kjfaith1@gmail.com. Civil War re-enactors are wanted for the 12th Va. Inf. Reg’t, Co B. Members said they are “a familyoriented unit dedicated to providing a high degree of authenticity while honoring our ancestors. The group does small and large re-enactments, living history, and have a period dance group. For more information, call 804-512-2621.

Saturdays Trinity Lutheran Church, Ashland Campus, located at 11515 Ashcake Road in Ashland two miles west of U.S. 1, holds it church service at 5 p.m. with Pastor Nycholas Greig. For more information, visit www.trinityrichmond.net or call 804-270-9626.

Sundays All Souls Episcopal Church celebrates Holy Eucharist Rite II at 9:15 a.m. at Messiah Lutheran Church at 8154 Atlee Rd. in Mechanicsville. A nursery will be available for infants and toddlers. Katherine G. Dougherty is the Deacon in charge of All Souls. For more information, visit www. allsoulsva.org. A Healing and Recovery SS Class meets at 9 a.m. at the Walnut Grove Baptist Church at 7046 Cold Harbor Rd. in Mechanicsville. The class is for adults 18 and over and is an extension of the NorthStar community that also meets at 6 p.m. Fridays at the church. The Christian 12 Steps and Biblical wisdom are the basis of study and discussion to learn about God’s place in our lives. All are welcome. For more information, call 804-746-5081 or contact

ax submissions to calendar to 730-0476, email to events@mechlocal. com, or mail to 8460 Times-Dispatch Blvd., Mechanicsville VA 23116. Deadline is 1 p.m. Thursday for the following week’s issue. Calendar announcements cannot be taken by phone. We reserve the right to edit all items submitted to The Ashland-Hanover Local.

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Tuesdays A Commanders Coffee is held from 10 a.m. to about 11 a.m. at the Beaverdam Post at 17662 Beaver Dam Rd. in Beaverdam. Members discuss issues of interest/befits of the American Legion. There also will be donuts. Eugene Truitt is the Post commander. He can be contacted at 804-746-4734. The Hanover Concert Band rehearses from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. every Tuesday, mid-January through mid December, at the Hanover Arts and Activities Center at 500 S. Railroad Ave. in Ashland, just south of U.S. 54. Membership is open to anyone who can read music and play a non-string instrument. High school students are welcome with parents’ permission. For more information, visit www. hanoverconcertband.org or call 804789-0536.

Thursdays The Rotary Club of Ashland meets at noon for lunch at the Henry Clay Inn at 114 N. Railroad Ave. in Ashland. For more information, contact Jennifer Fox at 804-314-2834 or jfox@barnesfamilylaw.com. Overcomers Outreach, a Christ-centered anonymous support program offering hope and healing for recovering alcoholics, addicts and their families, meets at 7 .pm. at 7446 Adams Farm Rd. in Mechanicsville. For more information, call 804-366-6524 or email mjfaith1@gmail.com.

Second Mondays The WEB of Hope meets from 10 a.m. to noon the second Monday of each month (Nov. 13 and Dec. 11) at the Black Creek Baptist Church at 6289 McClellan Road in

Mechanicsville. The WEB of Hope group, an extension of the American Red Cross, meets to knit, crochet, sew and quilt for those that need assistance. Gifts are distributed to such groups as the Pregnancy Resource Center, MCEF, Bless the Children, various Native American Reservations, etc. Participants will learn how to knit and crochet if they don’t know how. For more information, Laurie Wagner at 804-781-0338.

Third Mondays Alzheimer’s/Dementia support group for caregivers and others who want to help and encourage those who have loved ones with dementia illnesses meets at 7 p.m. on the third Monday of each month in Room E106 at Shady Grove United Methodist Church at 8209 Shady Grove Rd. in Mechanicsville. For more information, contact Jennifer Bean at 804-559-2805, Mark Elliott at 804-746-8288 or the church office at 804-746-9073.

Second Tuesdays Hanover Family Support Group, a support group for family members of a loved one with a mental illness, meets from 7 to 8:30 p.m. the second Tuesday evening of each month at the Ashland office of Hanover Community Services located at 12300 Washington Highway in Ashland. Attendees support one another, share experiences, challenges and resources and to advocate for their loved ones. For more information, contact Kathy Redfearn, LCSW at 804-675-4230. The Hanover County Historical Society will be conducting free tours of the Old Hanover Courthouse on the Historic Courthouse Green from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every second see CALENDAR, pg. 10

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MAP installs board of directors and presents awards By Melody Kinser mkinser@mechlocal.com ASHLAND – Market Ashland Partnership, which past president April Pruitt, described as “a true community of friends that support one another,” elected Chris Zaldivar as incoming president Thursday evening during the 2019 Annual Membership Meeting at the Hanover Country Club. Pruitt, who is with Edward Jones in Montpelier and Ashland, said MAP is a small organization in a small community. But, she added, “The beautiful thing about MAP is that in many ways you can grow and build.” Zaldivar, with Hometown Realty in Ashland, and the other members of the Executive Board were unanimously elected to serve one-year terms. Joining Zaldivar are: Lisa Checkosky, Pepicelli’s Pizza, vice president; Janet Thorn, Omni Park Senior Apartments, secretary; and Marnie Triscari, Sonabank, treasurer. Jonathan Mosley of South State Bank will serve as president-elect before taking the helm in a year. Pruitt recognized Melissa Miller, Hanover Chamber of Commerce; Lorie Foley and Bill Gatewood, Ashland Main Street Association; and Nora Amos, Town of Ashland. She also noted the entities’ continued support of “all that we do.” In addition, she recognized those who served with her in the past year, which includes all Executive Board officers except Mosley. Pruitt also extended her

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Tuesday through December. The address is 13182 Hanover Courthouse Road in Hanover. For more information, visit

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April Pruitt presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Jean Pollard, MAP social chair, on Thursday at the Market Ashland Partnership Membership Dinner at the Hanover Country Club. Right: Corrine Dixon won two tickets to the Ashland Theatre in a door prize drawing.

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April Pruitt presented a certificate of appreciation to Nora Adams, representing the Town of Ashland, on Thursday at the Market Ashland Partnership Membership Dinner at the Hanover Country Club.

thanks to her committee chairs: Rose Little, Brookmeade Sod Farm, membership; Jean Pollard, Roberts Insurance Group, special events; Mary Capule, CPA, networking;

Roger Reynolds, CJ Thumb’s Up Foundation, marketing; Lorna Smith, Covenant Home Care, education; Ben Moody, Turnout Marketing, social media. “I thanked them for all their

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of each month (except for the month of July) at the First Baptist Church in Ashland off of U.S. 54.

Second Tuesdays The Clay Spring Garden Club in Ashland meets at 1 p.m. on the second Tuesday

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hard work and all that they did,” she said. Pruitt explained that MAP was founded in 2000 as a business networking organization. “Our goal is to help local businesses thrive, be successful.” To achieve that goal, she said, “We do that through a variety of avenues -- from providing networking opportunities to growing your businesses and nonprofits.” She also said that MAP co-ops advertising by funding part of the cost for a business or nonprofit to utilize print, radio, television and social media. Small businesses have had an opportunity to have an ad that they otherwise couldn’t afford. Pruitt said MAP uses membership dues to help cover that cost. “Education-wise, we have provided at least four educa-

tion opportunities a year for our businesses and nonprofits -- anything from recent legislation or tax issues to retirement or investing to cyber security, interviewing personnel, marketing and so forth.” She said MAP has a variety of different courses, as well as offering networking and social opportunities. Currently, MAP boasts a membership “right at 100.” Pruitt said the group covers Ashland, Hanover, Montpelier, Beaverdam and Doswell – “businesses from all those areas come together.” Thursday evening’s program also included the awarding of door prizes. Lisa McCreight with Gotta Have It Gifts won a $50 gift certificate towards advertising at MAP co-ops and Corinne Dixon of the Beaverdam Ruritan Club won two tickets to the Ashland Police Officers Ball.

Alzheimer’s Association and the Hanover Adult Center will host a caregiver support group from 9:30 to 11 a.m. the second Wednesday of each month at the Hanover Adult Center

at 7231 Stonewall Parkway in Mechanicsville. The meetings will provide an opportunity for caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s to exchange coping skills and give mutual support.

ASHLAND – The At Home in Ashland Educational Series will be presented from 2 to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 23, in the MultiPurpose Room of KOLBERT the Ashland Branch Library at 201 S. Railroad Ave. in Ashland. At 2 p.m., Mary Catharine Kolbert, DispatchHealth, Community Engagement manager, in Richmond, will address “Urgent Care on Demand.” Beth Harrison, chair, and Jerry Scalf, M.D., treasurer, will conduct the At Home in Ashland meeting at 3 p.m. Registration and refreshments will begin a 1:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. At Home In Ashland is a volunteer 501(c)(3) organization committed to helping seniors age in place in Ashland; offering events, education, and other resources. The Educational Series is held quarterly to bring AHA members and the public together to learn about health and wellness innovations offered by educational partner, Bon Secours Medical Group.

Co-facilitators are Vivian Bagby and Barbara Allen. For more information, call the Greater Richmond Alzheimer’s Association chapter at 804-967-2580.

UPCOMING EVENTS

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Prep wrestling: Hanover County quad at Hanover 5:30 p.m.

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Girls/boys basketball: Patrick Henry at Lee-Davis 6:00 p.m./7:30 p.m.

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PH, Atlee deliver for fans on scrappy night By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor ASHLAND – No matter which game you watched, no matter which team you rooted for, if you went to the girls and boys basketball doubleheader between Atlee and host Patrick Henry Friday night, you got your money’s worth. Both games featured scrappy, exciting basketball. Both games featured a pair of teams determined to win. Both games featured a pair of teams each in a position to win well into the second half. The fans were the ultimate winners as the Patriot girls held off the Raiders 44-37 and the Atlee boys bumped off Patrick Henry 58-48. “Any time we can get a win in an environment like this – a big crowd, county rival, emotional game … it’s good,” said Patrick Henry head girls basketball coach Phillip Cobb. “It’s a great experience. You can’t get that kind of experience playing anybody. It’s great to be in close games – and come out with a win.” Atlee’s girls tied the game at the end of the third period, 30-30. Patrick Henry came out in the fourth a bit off on the offensive end of the court, but eventually the Patriots settled down to get and stay ahead. “We went back to what we focus on, and that is defense,”

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Atlee’s Aya Youssef (33) finds herself swarmed by a host of Patrick Henry defenders, including Logan Nuckols (11) and JaBryah Haverkamp (21), in the Patriots’ 44-37 victory over the visiting Raiders Friday. Atlee’s boys won their game later that night, 58-48.

Cobb said. “Our defense was better.” Cobb offered a figurative tip of the hat to Jessica Osuanah. “It was kind of a breakout game for her,” Cobb said. “She had some critical points at the end. She had 10 points and 10 rebounds – not only her scoring, but her rebounding was a

big part of this game.” Atlee assistant girls basketball coach Brittany Reed said the Raiders came out a bit flat. “We didn’t play our game. We started out a little bit slow,” she said. “We had way too many turnovers in the beginning and we weren’t shooting the way we normally do.

“So I think that the way we started off in the first half – even though we gave a great effort in the second half – we were still trying to play from behind and playing to catch up.” Logan Nuckols led the Patriots with 14 points, followed by JaBryah Haverkamp with 11. Jamie Hughes had 10

rebounds. Kayla Maxson led Atlee with 10 points. When the Patrick Henry boys looked to make a run away from the Raiders in the second game of the evening, Atlee deployed an aggressive full-court press in the hope that it would rattle the young Patriot

– three freshmen among its starters – lineup. The strategy worked. Turnovers and quick baskets helped the Raiders bolt out to a lead and to a dominant position in terms of momentum as they earned a 58-48 lead. “They handled our [manto-man defense] pretty well. We went 1-3-1 and trapped. We trapped, got some turnovers and said, ‘All right, let’s be a little more aggressive,’ and we went full-court press and that really got us going,” said Atlee head boys basketball coach Rally Axselle. “We were kind of stale. It was an even game – they played real well – and that turned the tide for us.” Patrick Henry head basketball coach Randy Anderson agreed. “It changed the game, man. That’s kind of been our Achilles’ heel all season,” Anderson said. “All we can do is keep working, keep working, keep working. Again, just stay focused and disciplined. Be disciplined on everything we go over in practice – that’s the part of the game that’s killing us.” Tyler Warren led Atlee with 19 points. Andrew Cook added 14. Tysen Brown led the Patriots with a double-double: game highs of 20 points and 10 rebounds. Camden Byrd scored see DELIVER, pg. 12

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R-MC keeps brisk pace in swatting Hornets 6 from beyond the arc for 15 points while Korey Turner had 10 points and 10 assists in 22 minutes on the floor. Former Hanover High standout Alan Dabney scored 10 points for Shenandoah. A quirk in the schedule gave Randolph-Macon the weekend off, and the Yellow Jackets spent it preparing for a trip to Bridgewater Wednesday. They then play two at home, hosting Randolph Saturday before a showdown with Virginia Wesleyan on Jan. 23. Merkel continues to look for that which shackled his team in one game, and lifted his team in another. “The tougher team wins,” Merkel said. “We’ve got to put up more resistance in the post, and we’ve got to do a better job on the glass.” In two losses, RandolphMacon has been outrebounded by double digits. Wednesday, the Yellow Jackets dominated the boards, 48-30. Rob Witham can be reached at sports@mechlocal.com.

By Rob Witham for Ashland-Hanover Local ASHLAND – After blowing a 13-point halftime lead the previous Saturday at Guilford to absorb their first Old Dominion Athletic Conference defeat, Randolph-Macon men’s basketball quietly stormed out of their locker room Wednesday night at Crenshaw Gymnasium and wasted no time beating up on the Hornets of Shenandoah. Scoring the game’s first 13 points, the Yellow Jackets were on fire from behind the 3-point line, hitting 12-of-19 shots to fuel a 68-point firsthalf performance as they pasted Shenandoah 117-60 to improve to 6-1 in ODAC play and 14-2 overall. “That was something special, something to remember,” noted junior Corey Bays when asked if he’d been a part of a first-half performance like the one his teammates turned in. Bays tied his career high with 24 points, shooting 9-of-11 from the floor, 5-of-7 from beyond the arc. Bays, one of six players to score in double figures, noted the stark reminder handed to the Yellow Jackets in their onepoint loss in Greensboro the previous weekend, saying the team better understands the target on their backs and how they must provide “great effort.” Their effort Wednesday was beyond great. But not without a problem. When the Hornets opened the second half on a 12-0 run, head coach Josh Merkel used a timeout and two sets of mass substitutions to make sure his players hadn’t already placed the game in the win column. While the run only cut Randolph-Macon’s lead to 33, it was another teaching moment on the way to a bigger goal. “That’s a human nature

SHENANDOAH (4-10, 0-6 ODAC) — Dabney 10, Horvath 2, Williams 9, J. Jarrett 6, Chaney 14, A. Jarrett 8, Johnson 0, Wall 1, Anthony 0, White 2, Melbourne 2, Tate 4, Swilling 1, Delgado 1. Totals 19 19-30 60. RANDOLPH-MACON (142, 6-1) — Williams 11, Nowell 4, Midulla 7, Bays 24, Anthony 16, Dave Lawrence/The Local Turner 10, Morris 0, Morrow 0, Woods 4, Neeley 15, Kilgroe 6, Randolph-Macon’s Korey Turner (1) is fouled by Shenandoah’s Harry Wall in the Yellow Jackets’ 117-60 thrashing of the visiting Avazov 1, Robertson 6. Totals 46 Hornets in Crenshaw Gymnasium Wednesday. Turner made the jump shot and converted the ensuing free throw to complete the 8-15 117 3-point play. He finished the game with a double-double, 10 points and 10 assists. 3-point goals — SU: A .Jarrett Horvath; R-MC: Bays 5, Neeley 5, thing, and [the Hornets] with More impressively, Randolph- point guard Buzz Anthony con- four rebounds, four steals and a 2, Anthony 3, Robertson 2, Williams, their backs against the wall,” Macon had 32 assists to only tinued his outstanding season block in only 23 minutes of play. Turner. Half time: R-MC 68-25. Merkel said of the second-half eight turnovers. Sophomore with 16 points, seven assists, Luke Neeley was 5-of-

start. “You have to give them credit, and nothing you can do or say can get those guys ready. We’ve just got to play.” Continued from pg. 11 Order was quickly restored, as the Yellow Jackets finished on a 27-10 run, the 117 points the 10 points. Dave Lawrence can be most scored in a contest since 2008, when they enjoyed a 123- reached at dlawrence@mechlo97 win over Emory and Henry. cal.com.

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Girls: Patrick Henry 44, Atlee 37 ATLEE — Brown 5, Green 0, Ayer 4, Maxson 10, McCombs 0, Ward 0, Baitinger 0, Raso 3, Isom 4, Youssef 7, Golliford 4. Totals 14 6-8 37. PATRICK HENRY — Osuanah 10, Nuckols 14, Baylor 2, Hughes 2, Haverkamp 11, Deshazo 1, Smith 4. Totals 18 6-14 44.

Atlee 11 8 11 7 — 37 9-13 58. Patrick Henry 8 15 7 14 — 44 PATRICK HENRY — Osuanah 3-point goals: ATl: Maxson 2, 2, Byrd 10, Mines 3, Allen 3, A. Brown; PH: Nuckols 2. Brown 9, Berry 0, King 0, T. Brown 20, Keller 1. Totals 14 12-16 48. Boys: Atlee 58, Patrick Henry 48 Atlee 7 14 16 21 — 58 ATLEE — Williams 9, Oliver Patrick Henry 8 9 18 13 — 48 6, Catterton 6, Warren 19, Keely 3-point goals — ATL: Catterton; 0, Bolling 0, Mochon, 0, Cook 14, PH: A. Brown 3, T. Brown 3, Byrd, Baitinger 0, Conway 4. Totals 24 Allen.

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In addition, it is the intent of the Board of Supervisors to adopt a motion approving a budget amendment to increase the total amount to be appropriated for the Fiscal Year 2019 by $2,400,000. The $2,400,000 will be appropriated for purposes of the Airport Fund budget.

Notice is herewith given that all 2018 Hanover County personal property taxes are due and payable on or before February 5, 2019. Anyone owning personal property that has not received a bill may go on-line to: taxes.hanovercounty.gov to pay, review and/or print their bill(s), or call the Hanover County Treasurer’s Ofﬁce at (804) 365-6050 or (804) 730-6050. Failure to receive a bill does not relieve the owner of penalty and interest if payment is not made by the due date. If you have any questions concerning the items listed on your tax bill, contact the Commissioner of the Revenue at 804-365-6129 or 804-730-6129.

A complete copy of a proposed resolution relating to the revenue bonds, the proposed motion relating to the budget amendment and related information is available at the ofﬁce of the County Administrator any regular working day between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Board of Supervisors has set Wednesday, January 23, 2019, 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 8706-032706(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) 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) CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 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) SPECIAL EXCEPTIONS

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SE-15-18, DENISE LYNCH CRAWFORD Request(s) a Special Exception Permit in accordance with Section 26-21.18 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit a contractorâ€™s equipment storage yard on GPIN 7719-83-5546, consisting of approximately 2.36 acres, zoned A-1, Agricultural District, and located at the terminus of a private driveway that intersects with Holloway Lane (private road) approximately 675 feet west of Walnut Hill Drive (State Route 622) in the SOUTH ANNA MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. (PUBLIC HEARING) SE-18-18, HHHUNT HOMES, L.L.C. Request(s) a Special Exception Permit in accordance with Section 26-334.2 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit a temporary sales trailer on GPIN 7796-69-7073, consisting of approximately 42.2 acres, zoned RS(c), Single-Family Residential District with conditions, and located on the north line of Atlee Station Road (State Route 637) at its intersection with Honey Meadows Road (State Route 2380) in the CHICKAHOMINY MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. (PUBLIC HEARING) Copies of the above case may be reviewed in the Planning Office, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Listed below is the Board of Supervisors adopted meeting schedule for 2019. All meetings are scheduled to be held in the Board Room of the Hanover County Administration Building, 7516 County Complex Road, Hanover Courthouse, Hanover, Virginia, unless otherwise noted. January – December 2019: Date

Day

Time

Type of Meeting

January 9, 2019

Wednesday

3:00 p.m.

Regular Board Meeting

January 23, 2019

Wednesday

6:00 p.m.

Regular Board Meeting

February 13, 2019

Wednesday

2:00 p.m.

Regular Board Meeting

February 20, 2019

Wednesday

2:00 p.m.

Special Budget Meeting

February 27, 2019

Wednesday

6:00 p.m.

Regular Board Meeting

March 13, 2019

Wednesday

3:00 p.m.

Regular Board Meeting

March 27, 2019

Wednesday

6:00 p.m.

Regular Board Meeting

April 3, 2019

Wednesday

7:00 p.m.

Budget Public Hearing

April 10, 2019

Wednesday

3:00 p.m.

Regular Board Meeting

April 24 2019

Wednesday

6:00 p.m.

Regular Board Meeting

May 8, 2019

Wednesday

3:00 p.m.

Regular Board Meeting

May 22, 2019

Wednesday

6:00 p.m.

Regular Board Meeting

June 26, 2019

Wednesday

3:00 p.m.

Regular Board Meeting

July 24, 2019

Wednesday

3:00 p.m.

Regular Board Meeting

August 28, 2019

Wednesday

3:00 p.m.

Regular Board Meeting

September 11, 2019

Wednesday

3:00 p.m.

Regular Board Meeting

September 25, 2019

Wednesday

6:00 p.m.

Regular Board Meeting

October 9, 2019

Wednesday

3:00 p.m.

Regular Board Meeting

October 23, 2019

Wednesday

6:00 p.m.

Regular Board Meeting

November 13, 2019

Wednesday

3:00 p.m.

Regular Board Meeting

December 11, 2019

Wednesday

3:00 p.m.

Regular Board Meeting

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was held at 10 a.m. on Friday, January 11, 2019, at St. Bridget Catholic Church at 6006 Three Chopt Road in Richmond. In lieu of flowers, Jennifer's family would ask that you make time monthly to visit a loved one or someone that you may not even know at a local nursing home. Your smile could change their life and their response may just change yours. Bliley's Funeral Home at 3801 Augusta Avenue in Richmond was in charge of arrangements.

TROY BENTON TIGNOR

Troy Benton Tignor, 52, of Ashland, passed away on January 5, 2019. He was the beloved father of Ben and Bridgette; husband of Erin V. Tignor; and son of Russell M. Tignor and the late J.B. Tignor. He grew up in Caroline County

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and was a member of Hopewell Methodist. He graduated in 1984 from Caroline County High School. He went on to graduate from Mary Washington College with a degree in political science. He was the Zoning Administrator of Spotsylvania County. TIGNOR He was an avid sportsman and auctioneer and will be missed by so many. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, January 10, 2019, at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home at 8014 Lee-Davis Road. Interment was private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be given to the American Diabetes Association and Shady Grove UMC in Mechanicsville, where he was a member.

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new DivorceCare group on Tuesday, Feb. 12. Meetings are held rom 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays at the church, located at 7171 Verdi Lane in Mechanicsville. A Kickoff Dinner is scheduled from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 5. the group leaders. For more information, call 804-730-3676 or visit www. divorcecare.org.

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The Hanover County Pound, located at 12471 Taylor Complex Lane in Ashland, has wonderful pets available to a good home. Snickers, 538764, is a 6-month-old (estimated) female domestic short-haired feline. She has had her first set of vaccines and is FELV/FIV test negative. Snickers is a nice little cat that was surrendered earlier this month. She has mostly been an outside cat. Snickers has not had much human contact, but the shelter staff has been working really hard with her. She has really warmed up to people. Snickers seems to be well litter-trained and keeps her living space very clean. She should turn out to be a great cat with a little TLC (tender loving care). Ace, 531898, is a 1-year-old male neutered pitbull. He has had his first set of vaccines and is Heartworm test negative. Ace is a young loveable dog. He has been in the shelter for over a month now. Ace really likes to be around people. He is sweet to anyone he meets. Ace also loves to run and play. He will be a really good dog for leash walks. Ace should fit in nicely with an owner who likes to stay active. He will do best as an indoor dog. For more information on these great pets, as well as the many more still in need of homes at the Hanover County Pound Facility, call 804-365-6485 during the day. The hours are 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday. The facility is closed on Sunday and county holidays. You also can visit the website to see other animals available for adoption at http://hanovercounty.gov/Animals/Adopt-a-Pet/.

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years at the Specialty Center for the Arts in Chesterfield, and is now the theater teacher at Liberty Middle School. An illustrator and designer, Wally has created artwork for numerous games, magazines, and books, and has taught digital entertainment and game design for eight years. In February, for the first time, they will be sharing the stage opposite each other as they take on the roles of Melissa Gardner and Andrew Makepeace Ladd III in the Ashland Players’ production of A. R. Gurney’s classic play Love Letters. Written in 1988, Love Letters was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize for Drama and has featured in its two roles actors such as Kathleen Turner, Elizabeth Taylor, Carol Burnett, Sigourney Weaver, James Earl

Jones, Martin Sheen, Alan Alda, and Tom Hanks. The play follows the relationship between Andrew and Melissa from childhood through boarding school, college, and the ups-and-downs of adulthood, careers, marriages, and families. Unlike most plays, the story is told entirely through the letters and cards that the two characters send each other over the years. “On one level, Love Letters is a play about two people who share a genuine romantic bond — a bond that at times has its flaws, but which is all the more authentic for those flaws,” Ashland Players co-director Matteo Pangallo said. “More than that, though, Love Letters demonstrates what great storytelling can accomplish, the transcendent power of the written word, and the capacity for theater to move us to reflect about, and appreciate,

the connections we share with the people in our own lives.” Love Letters runs two nights only: at 7 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, Feb.1415, at Ashland Coffee and Tea at 100 N. Railroad Ave. in Ashland. Tickets are $24 to $32 with choice of dinners, or $10 for the show without dinner. Wine and beer also are available for purchase. Reservations may be made at ashlandcoffeeandtea.com or by calling 804299-3605. The Ashland Players is a nonprofit organization dedicated to making meaningful, accessible, and enjoyable theater part of the cultural life of Ashland and the surrounding communities. For more information about the Players, Love Letters, or to become a donor or business sponsor, visit facebook. com/AshlandPlayers or contact ashlandplayers@gmail. com.