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Megan Bower and Grace Baker lead Atlee High Class of 2019 By Melody Kinser Managing Editor
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ECHANICSVILLE – Megan Bower will receive her diploma on Saturday, June 15, as valedictorian of the Atlee High School Class of 2019. She has a grade point average
Atlee 12 p.m. Saturday, June 15 E.J. Wade Arena Stuart Siegel Center VCU 1200 W. Broad St. Richmond
of 4.73973. Grace Baker, with a
MEGAN BOWER
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4.72973 GPA, has been named salutatorian of her class. Commencement ceremo-
nies will begin at noon at the E.J. Wade Arena of the Stuart Siegel Center on the campus of VCU at 1200 W. Broad St.
in Richmond. Megan is the daughter of Karen and Douglas Bower of Mechanicsville. She served as treasurer her junior year and president her senior year of the Key Club. She was a member of the Atlee Archery Team, and participated on the state, national and world competition teams. Megan was a member of the Atlee Marching Band, Beta Club, National Honor Society, and German National Honor Society. In her community, she has been a Girl Scout and received the Gold Award Girl see ATLEE, pg. 4
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ASHLAND – With a new Ashland Strawberry Faire footprint on the Randolph-Macon Campus this year, the entertainment stage is moving to a new location by the fountain on Henry Street. The “Fountain Stage,” sponsored by the Town of Ashland, showcases a strong lineup of bands and the traditional Strawberry Faire Pageant. The Faire will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the streets of R-MC in Historic Ashland. Kevin Damian, the Faire’s entertainment coordinator, has been booking bands for the
MECHANICSVILLE – Sarah Richardson Via, a lifetime resident of Hanover County, has announced her candidacy for the Republican nomination as the Cold Harbor representative on the VIA Hanover County Board of Supervisors in the June 11 Primary Election. “I am tired of feeling helpless in this time of complex and divided politics,” Via said. “I love Hanover County and, having lived in the Cold
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Incumbents and newcomers seek school board seats By Jim Ridolphi for Ashland-Hanover Local HANOVER -- Four candidates, including incumbent Marla Coleman, placed their names in nomination for the soon-to-be open Henry District seat on the Hanover County School Board at last Wednesday’s meeting of the Hanover County Board of Supervisors. New candidates for the position include Paul Sutton, Jesper Lorentzen and Elwood Sanders. In addition, two people will be considered for the Beaverdam seat on the school board, includ-
ing incumbent John Axselle and Rev. Scott Bray. Coleman, a former guidance counselor and career AXSELLE COLEMAN education administrator, is completing her first term of service on the board, and expressed her desire to continue in that role. She cited a productive working rela-
tionship with Henry District supervisor Sean Davis and her willingness to address and solve problems as factors in LORENTZEN SANDERS her decision to seek another four-year term. “I’ve always been focused on service to youth and service toward my community,” Coleman
said. “I feel it in my heart. I am pleased with the progress we have made.” Sebena Moritz, Harold Flippo and Rachel Levy spoke in support of Coleman’s reappointment. “Her devotion to her students, to her purpose, to her job has pleased us as constituents and we hope she will be strongly considered,” Moritz said. She is being challenged by local attorney Elwood Earl “Sandy” Sanders, who expressed a desire to be involved in the school policy process. see SEATS, pg. 4
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SHLAND – Alan B. Rashkind, Randolph-Macon College Class of 1969, will address the Class of 2019 on Saturday, June 1, at the Frank E. Brown Fountain Plaza on the R-MC campus. He also is a distinguished attorney, and will be retiring this spring after 10 years as chairman of R-MC’s Board of Trustees. Robert R. Lindgren, president, said Commencement ceremonies are scheduled to get underway at 10 a.m. and should conclude around 12:30 p.m. Dr. Arthur McKinley “Mack” Reynolds Jr., Class of ’47, will receive an Honorary Doctor of Humanities Degree during the ceremony. Rashkind recently announced that he will be retiring from the R-MC Board of Trustees. His service on the board spanned 29 years, during which time he tirelessly shared his time, talent and expertise with the college community and beyond. He has been active on numerous Board and College committees, including the Society of Alumni Board and his 25th and 50th Class Reunion Committees. Since 2009, Rashkind has served as the board’s chair, and his contributions have had a significant impact on the life of the college. Under his leadership, the college concluded its historic
$125 million capital campaign, Building Extraordinary; facilitated its current Strategic Plan; experienced significant enrollment growth; increased its endowment by 29 percent; and completed facilities such as Andrews Hall, Brock Commons, Birdsong Hall, Macon F. Brock Jr. Hall, the Banks Tennis Center, the new Day Field, the John B. Werner
advanced study by tenuretrack faculty. This initiative was spearheaded by Alan’s mother, Eleanor, and father, Julian, who himself served for 12 years as a Trustee of the college. To date, the fund has generated nearly $1 million in faculty grants to over 100 recipients. The Rashkind Fund also is generously supported by Alan’s brother, Michael Rashkind, 19
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Pavilion at McGraw-Page Library, and Hugh Stephens Baseball Field at Estes Park. Rashkind and his wife, Suzette, are extraordinarily philanthropic and are recognized among of the college’s most generous donors as members of the Presidents Society and Heritage Society. In 1989, the Rashkind Family Foundation established the Rashkind Faculty Development Fund to reward the efforts of tenured faculty during sabbatical leaves and promote research and
71; his son, Graham Rashkind, 1996; and daughter-in-law, Cameron Morgan Rashkind, 1994; and his son, Doug. Dr. Reynolds will receive an Honorary Doctor of Humanities Degree, based on a recommendation of the college's Joint Trustee-Faculty Committee and approval of the Board of Trustees, He has been a longtime, active, and effective volunteer on behalf of his alma mater. For nearly a decade, he was on the college's Society of Alumni Board. He also served as the President of R-MC's Boydton
Society, leading this significant group of alumni who attended Randolph-Macon 50 or more years ago. In recognition of Dr. Reynolds' important service to the college, he has received the Society of Alumni's Distinguished Service Award. He and his late wife, Jan, received the prestigious Sydney Algernon Sullivan and Mary Mildred Sullivan Awards, respectively, in 2012. The Sullivan awards are given to individuals who serve others in an extraordinary and humble way. Dr. Reynolds is a generous supporter of a wide range of R-MC's programs and initiatives, including the college's career program, The EDGE. As a result of his philanthropy, he is a member of the Presidents Society and Heritage Society. In 2008, he established the Arthur McKinley Reynolds Lecture Series in memory of his mother and father, Arthur McK. Reynolds Sr., a member of R-MC Class of 1925. The Reynolds Lecture Series provides an important contribution to the College community as well as the greater Ashland and Richmond areas by sponsoring national figures to speak on issues of current events. Information submitted by Anne Marie Lauranzon, director, Marketing & Communications, RandolphMacon College.
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ASHLAND -- In July, Hanover Humane will once again offer its "Loving Critter Camp" for animal-loving chil-
dren (rising second through fifth graders) during summer vacation. "Loving Critter Camp" is a five-day program, offered from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. see CRITTER, pg. 3
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Destruction of property, monument, valued, $1,000, was reported in the 11100 block of Air Park Road, Ashland.
Petit larceny shoplifting was reported in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.
Failure to appear on a felony charge was reported in the 7500 block of County Complex Road, Hanover.
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Obstructing justice no force was reported in the 4500 block of Mechanicsville. Driver did not report an accident with damages, $1,000, in the 14200 block of Washington Highway, Ashland.
Assault and battery of a family member was
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Monday through Friday, July 22-26, at Hanover Humane's facility in Ashland, located four miles north of Virginia Center Commons Mall. Hanover Humane has dedicated this educational program for children in honor of Diana Lynn Loving, one of Hanover Humane’s patrons. Through eyes of the children enrolled in “Loving Critter Camp,� Loving’s respect, love, and appreciation for animals will live on. "Loving Critter Camp" is the place where campers will learn about the animals that share our world from a knowledgeable and enthusiastic staff. Rising second through
Possession o f marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 18000 lane of Mountain Road/Waldrop Lane, Montpelier.
Driver did not report an accident with damages, $250, in the 7000 block of Bonniefield Drive, Mechanicsville. Reckless, general, was reported in the 9100 block of Chamberlayne Road, Mechanicsville. Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 3700 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.
Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 16100 block of Woodman Hall Road, Montpelier.
Simple assault was reported in the 16000 block of Theme Park Way, Doswell.
Petit larceny, $500 not from a person, was reported in the 16000 block of Theme Park Way, Doswell.
Driving under the influence of alcohol was reported in the 8200 block of Shady Grove Road, Mechanicsville.
fifth graders will participate in age-appropriate lessons, crafts, and hands-on animal encounters that teach them respect and compassion for animal, and they also will learn how to provide a lifetime of care for animals. During camp, children will encounter all sorts of creatures, large and small, and will handle a wide variety of friendly pets. They will examine animals, both domestic and exotic, and learn what it takes to care for these animals as pets. The children will have the opportunity to meet individuals in the field such as animal trainers, animal handlers, etc., and will learn what it takes to work with these amazing creatures as pets. Nestled on five acres,
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Hanover Humane's facility has a full-service Boarding and Grooming Kennel with a play yard and wooded walking trails. Presentations and camp activities will be conducted both indoors and outdoors, weather permitting. To better meet the needs of campers, course materials and activities have been arranged for rising second through fifth graders. There are a limited number of slots still available, and these slots will be filled on a first come/ first paid basis. For more information on Hanover Humane's Loving Critter Camp July 2019 Session, and to obtain registration materials, email the coordinator at info@hanoverhumanesociety.org.
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“It’s an awesome responsibility to even be considered for something like this,� Sanders, the father of three, said. “I’ve always been interested in what’s going on. I believe there is much that is good in Hanover schools. We want to keep the good and avoid the bad.� Sanders described himself as a “change the world� type person, and said he writes a blog for a conservative website. Also seeking the seat is veterinarian Jesper Lorentzen, the father of four daughters who figures to be involved in Hanover schools “for the next 17 years. After considering a busy
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schedule, Lorentzen said he decided that the time to serve is now -- even with the challenges. “I want to make a difference for my children, not my grandchildren,� he said after the meeting. “For many of us the time to serve is when we get older and have a little more time on our hands. I want to make a difference for my children now.� Lorentzen told the supervisors that he and his wife chose Hanover County because of its excellent schools and expressed a desire to be part of that process. “We have some of the best schools and I want to keep it that way. Actually, I want to make it better,� he concluded. George Sutton could not attend the meeting due to illness, but Pastor Ed Vinson presented his name for consideration. “I have known Mr. Sutton
for eight years and have found him to be a man of character and integrity,� Vinson said. “He’s fair and impartial and listens to all points of view with empathy. He respects all people.� Long time Beaverdam school board representative John Axselle said he wants to be reappointed so the system continues on a path toward excellence for the students it serves. “I want to provide the best learning experience we can for the children of Hanover,� Axselle said. “I look forward to continuing to serve . . . and, hopefully, provide an even better education for the children of Hanover County.� Robert Barnett nominated Rev. Scott Bray, pastor of Springfield Baptist Church, for the Beaverdam seat. Bray did not attend the meeting but Barnett relayed the pas-
tor’s thoughts on serving the students of Hanover County. Bray, a local business owner and pastor who was born and raised in Mechanicsville, provided his vision for Hanover’s educational future. “For Hanover public schools to thrive in these diverse times, we must lead in a way of inclusion by creating schools that promote and celebrate cultural diversity,� Bray said in a message delivered by Barnett. “Diverse schools are a great preparation for all students.� Beaverdam supervisor Aubrey “Bucky Stanley� said he would be meeting with both candidates, and Henry District representative Sean Davis expressed his intention to do the same with the four candidates in his district. Supervisors will name the selected nominees at the June 26 meeting.
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am glad to have been impacted by so many wonderful teachers and friends, who have challenged me to be my best. Looking to the future I know that my time as an Atlee Raider will be an important and valuable memory.� Grace’s parents are Bob and Debbie Baker of Mechanicsville. While at Atlee, Grace served as captain of the Advanced Girls’ and Mixed Show Choirs, captain of the Atlee High School Tennis Team, president of the National Beta Club, and vice president of the Spanish Honor Society. She also has been a student mentor for SODA and was a member of the Atlee High School Field Hockey Team.
Grace has served as a counselor at the Westview on the James Non Profit Summer Camp, a volunteer for Church Ministries in RVA, piano student and teacher at Grand Staff Studios, and middle school leader and high school member of Small Group. Grace will be attending the University of Virginia in the Echols Scholars program. She will be studying biology and Spanish on a pre-medicine track. “Although challenging, Atlee was an amazing environment in which I was able to develop my skills and personality through interdisciplinary education,� Grace said. “The collective efforts of my teachers and parents have prepared me, along with the rest of my class, to fulfill my role in improving the world. I am honored to receive this academic recognition and grateful for my experiences at Atlee throughout the last four years.�
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Scout. She served as a member of the Board of Directors her senior year. She attends All Souls Episcopal Church, where she is a Youth Group member, Acolyte, and Sunday School assistant. Megan has served as a volunteer counselor “Buddy� at St. Elizabeth’s camp, a camp for young adults with special needs. She also is involved with Community Bible Study. Atlee’s valedictorian will be attending the University of Virginia (UVA) to study chemical engineering. As for her years at Atlee, Megan said, “I have enjoyed my high school experience. I
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2018 Hanover Idol Jason Call will performs on the Fountain Stage on June 15.
Clash. They recently released a new single called “Fever Dreams.” Sharing the stage with A Higher Third is Moniker, a rock/new wave band led by Jordan Scott. Scott’s eclectic taste in music includes Stevie Wonder, the Eurythmics and New Order. Moniker has toured the U.S. from New York to Texas, and recently released an EP called “Private Prophet.” Pumphouse, led by dynamic front man Lutha Lucas, is a Chicago-style blues/swing/ rock band. The eight-member band has been playing together for four years and recently was featured in River City Magazine and Chesterfield Living. The group regularly performs around the Richmond area and beyond. Pumphouse Blues takes the stage at 2:45 p.m. They are excited to perform at the Powhatan Music Festival and Floydfest after the Faire. Finishing the lineup at 4 p.m. is Saint Square, an indie rock band led by Ben Berumez. Musical influences on the band include John Mayer, Jack Johnson and Dave Matthews. Saint Square has been together since 2017 and can be seen in various upcoming festivals in the Richmond area. They are releasing a 5-track EP this year. The Ashland Strawberry Faire committee hopes to see you on Saturday, June 15 --rain or shine. Free trolley rides are available from various locations in the Town of Ashland, thanks to trolley sponsors Richmond Orthodontics and Ashland Family Dentistry. For more information, visit www.AshlandStrawberryFaire. com. The Ashland Strawberry Faire is a 501(c)(3) organization.
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Pumphouse, led by front man Lutha Lucas, will entertain the crowd at 2:45 p.m. with their blues/swing/rock music.
Hanover Harmony is a faith-based group led by music director Donna Underwood. The men’s chorus will start the Faire day at 10 a.m. on the Fountain Stage. Members of the Hanover Concert Band, led by Karla Bloom, are the self-proclaimed “musical ambassadors for Hanover County.” Come hear the Hanover Concert Band at 11 a.m.
Indie-rock band Saint Square is the finale band on Faire day.
Performances for the June 15 Ashland Strawberry Faire on the “Fountain Stage,” sponsored by the Town of Ashland: 10 a.m. 11 a.m. 11:45 a.m. 12:45 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 2:45 p.m. 4 p.m.
Hanover Harmony Hanover Concert Band “Mister and Miss Strawberry Pageant” sponsored by Tompkins Jewelers 2018 Hanover Idol, Jason Call A Higher Third and Moniker Pumphouse Saint Square
Indie-rock band A Higher Third takes the stage at 1:30 p.m.
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Faire since 2010. “The stage schedule books up really quickly. We have bands from all over contacting us now to play for the Faire,” Damian said proudly. The all-men’s choral group, Hanover Harmony, will start the day with a range of musical selections in tight harmonies. The group has been performing together for about two years, singing in churches, nursing homes, community adult living facilities and other community meetings. Music Director Donna Underwood said that “the group sings mostly hymn arrangements and sacred music, but they also love to sing patriotic music and some secular pieces.” Following the men’s chorus, the Hanover Concert Band, also known as “the musical ambassadors for Hanover County,” is celebrating its 30th year in 2019. The 40-member band is under the direction of Karla Bloom and performs 12 to 15 concerts each year. The Mister and Miss Strawberry Pageant, a Faire tradition, returns with emcee Shelly Perkins. The Pageant is a free, non-competitive event for kids as young as 3 years old. Each winner receives a tiara or a crown, thanks to Pageant sponsor Tompkins Jewelers. 2018 Hanover Idol Jason Call returns this year at 12:45 p.m. to entertain the crowd with his guitar and amazing voice. By day, Call is a certified hand therapist and by night, he leads his own band, the Jason E. Call Band. The next set belongs to A Higher Third and Moniker. Indie-rock band A Higher Third has been playing together since 2016. Led by Jackson Howe (vocals/guitar) and Madison Hinson (drums), the band is a regional favorite having played in local venues such as the Camel, the Canal Club and Garden Grove Brewing. The band is influenced by the music of Def Leppard and The
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Crazy thoughts seem to come to mind at night By Melody Kinser Managing Editor o you ever have one of those nights when -regardless of how tired you are -- you just can’t get to sleep. Yes, I’ve read the reports about insomnia with aging. But, I love to sleep. When I babysat friends’ children years ago, I would tell them “You’ll wished you had taken this nap when you get older.” Considering most were lucky to have reached the rolling over stage, I’m confident they didn’t take my advice. So, on those rare occasions when sleep eludes me, the commentary going on in my head is either too in-depth or just silly. Among the “conversations” taking place are: Why do people count sheep? Why would that make
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someone sleepy? Never tried it. I wish I had the wit and sense of humor of Jerry Seinfeld with his hilarious observations. My attempts -- keep in mind, only shared with me -- fall flat. Now here’s a biggie: Did the United States really put men on the moon? I have some conspiracy theorist friends who are convinced the whole landing was filmed on a movie or TV stage in Burbank, California. My parents didn’t give me an option the night of July 20, 1969. I was five days shy of becoming a teenager and watching astronauts walk on the moon didn’t excite me. But I remember it like it was yesterday on that black and white TV in the living room. Why do some people prefer cats over dogs? What can a cat do to be considered a pet? I know cursive and shorthand -- can I take notes in
an unknown “language”? How hands-on are students in a classroom with apps on iPhones that can aid in course work? There was no such thing as a calculator way back when. But we did have an abacus (if you don’t know what it is, as my parents said to me, “Look it up.” That meant an encyclopedia or dictionary). What kind of world are we leaving for younger generations? I worry about the future of my great-nephews and great-nieces. Whether you believe in climate change is your decision, but there’s definitely something taking place with glaciers melting, snow falling in areas that never had it before, insane flooding, and heat and cold in unusual locales. Overall, writing this has been therapeutic. Although I still don't know how some topics even come to mind. With that, I'll say "Sweet dreams."
Photographer shared his unique wide-angled view of life By Jim Ridolphi Contributing Columnist When I got my first job as a photographer, I quickly learned that I was a member of a strange brew of collective souls, a sort of band of brothers who sometimes didn’t play well together. I also quickly realized that shooting sports, especially football, in low light conditions with film that had not yet progressed to a high enough ASA
to acomodate those elements was no easy task and required a different set of skills from those necessary for news assignments. As luck would have it, all the help I needed lived three doors down, a lifetime resident of a sleepy little street near Willow Lawn. Wilton and Eleanor Tenney’s home was always a hub of activity that usually involved students from Patrick Henry High School. Eleanor Tenney taught at the
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school for decades and established a reputation as a teacher who lived for her students and taught long after the final bell ended in Ashland. Some years into Eleanor’s tenure, her husband Wilton began shooting yearbook and sports team photos for the school. Those years of photos are iconic for their clarity and precise composition, and Wilton dragged his big Haselblad to Ashland for his annual assignment for many years.
To my good fortune, he also was a kind man who found time in his busy schedule to mentor me as a photographer and provided answers to those pesky sports-related questions I could not seem to solve. He assured me he could have me shooting publication-worthy night football photos in no time if I paid attention and followed instructions to the “t.” A couple of days passed before he
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invited me to shoot a football game at PHHS and I accepted without hesitation. That perfect fall evening outside Ashland is clear in my mind for two reasons. It’s when I first began to understand the challenges, and felt comfortable on the sideline thanks to Wilton’s tutelage. It’s also the first time I met Nick Liberante, another disciple of Mr. Tenney, who was on the sideline shooting the game. Wilton joked that he felt especially safe on this night because he was surrounded by Italians, and he watched as Nick and I scurried up and down the sidelines following his instructions to the letter. He seemed like a proud father watching his sons take over the family business. In the years that followed, Nick and I found ourselves side-by-side on many evenings, either on the sideline of a football game or in the gymnasium covering basketball. We also see LIFE, pg. 12
CALENDAR | News, Updates & Listings Saturday, June 1 A yard sale and bake sale will be held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Mount Hermon Methodist Church at 12637 Mount Hermon Rd. in Ashland. Hot dogs, chips and soft drinks also will be sold. The sales are being held to raise funds for the small church. A Spaghetti Dinner featuring homemade meat or veggie sauces, garlic bread, tossed salad, dessert, and beverages will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Doswell Ruritan Club at 16433 N. Washington Hwy. in Doswell. The cost is $9 for adults and $4 for ages 4 to 10. Takeout will be available.
Ongoing Civil War re-enactors are wanted for the 12th Va. Inf. Reg’t, Co B. Members said they are “a family-oriented unit dedicated to providing a high degree of authenticity while
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Harbor District for 19 years, I recognize the successes and the challenges faced when making decisions for this special part of Hanover. Via, a loan officer assistant at Assurance Financial and a group fitness instructor at the YMCA, said she understands what it means to work hard for her family. She and her husband, Justin Via, are raising two children while trying to teach them the value of volunteerism and good citizenship. Her husband works as a journeyman electrician at Hill Electrical in Mechanicsville, and her children attend the public schools in the district. Being in the mortgage industry, Via said she appre-
honoring our ancestors. The group does small and large reenactments, living history, and has a period dance group. For more information, call 804512-2621.
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.
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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 804-7464734.
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.
Outside the Walls, a new Narcotics Anonymous group, has been organized and will meet from 6 to 7 p.m. in the lobby of the Pamunkey Regional Jail at 7240 Courtland Farm Rd. in Hanover. For more information, contact John Shinholser, McShin president, at 804-249-1845. The website
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
ciates that Hanover has one of the lowest real estate tax rates among the surrounding counties. She said she believes that keeping the tax burden low will require smart, managed growth and enticing more businesses to Hanover. With her degrees in Political Science, Criminal Justice, and Education, she said she is uniquely qualified to this role. She said she understands the role and needs of government, the important role and needs first responders and police officers have in a rural community, and the significant responsibility the school board plays in developing the school system. As the secretary of the PTA at Battlefield Elementary School and a long-time volunteer and youth leader at
her church, Via has worked to support and improve this community. She said she lives and advocates conservative values and fiscal responsibility. “I believe in creating a more transparent local government and working to provide the Cold Harbor District with access to broadband internet as it is now an essential utility for any school district in the 21st century. I would also love to explore the idea of a park for families to enjoy. This could also help alleviate the hazards faced by runners and cyclists who risk their lives on our shoulder-less roads,� Via said. Via is hosting a Meet & Greet from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, June 2, at the Fellowship Center of Black
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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 804675-4230. Creek Church (the old fire station). Her campaign may be contacted at sarahviasupervisor@ gmail.com.
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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 Tuesday through December. The address is 13182 Hanover Courthouse Road in Hanover. For more information, visit http://www. hanoverhistorical.org/index.
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R-MC falls to top 20 teams in D-III series Emory, Ill. Wesleyan oust Yellow Jackets By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor Randolph-Macon had a short stay in the NCAA Division III softball World Series in Tyler, Texas, but the Yellow Jackets have nothing to be ashamed of after being eliminated following losses to Emory Thursday and Illinois Wesleyan Friday. The Yellow Jackets fell two runs short in each game, losing to No. 18 Emory 7-5 and to No. 7 Illinois Wesleyan 5-3, but they had a benchmark season after winning their first NCAA super regional and reaching the College World Series for the first time in program history. Randolph-Macon was not overpowered by either team – a play here or there in each game could have flipped the result. “There’s a certain level of disappointment because we went down there and went 0-2, but I couldn’t be prouder of our kids,” said Randolph-Macon Courtesy of Lang White Photography Randolph-Macon pitcher Candace Whittemore, a former Patrick Henry standout, ended her stellar scholastic career on the biggest head coach Kevin Proffitt. “I’m pretty sure we were the only stage of her life in the NCAA Division III softball World Series at the University of Texas-Tyler Thursday and Friday.
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first-timers, but, you know, we did not play scared. We didn’t play like we were not sure we belonged.” An error – RandolphMacon’s only error of the game – triggered a three-run comeback by Emory in the sixth inning that unraveled what had been a Yellow Jacket lead. Randolph-Macon had gotten off to a strong start with four runs in the first inning of that game, but could not get any more runs across after the third inning despite an 11-hit performance. Another error – likewise, Randolph-Macon’s only error of the game – led to an unearned run in a three-run first inning by Illinois Wesleyan in the Yellow Jackets’ second game in the World Series. While the errors hurt, they are not what should stand out in anyone’s memories. The fact is that Emory had two errors and Illinois Wesleyan one. Randolph-Macon nearly matched Emory in hits – 11 to 14 – and did match Illinois Wesleyan in that department (both teams finished with nine apiece). Emory had more extra-base hits than the Yellow Jackets – Cassie Baca had a home run and Sami Feller had a double – but Randolph Macon had three doubles (by Kerstin Roth, Ali Celiberti and see R-MC, pg. 10
Hawks keep competitive edge despite break By Rob Witham for Ashland-Hanover Local MECHANICSVILLE – Hanover baseball entered this year’s Region 4B tournament in a familiar place, but with an unusual situation. The top seed once again, the Hawks took the field for their Thursday night quarterfinal against No. 8 Eastern View having not played a game in 13 days, and, after starting 16-0, having lost their last two games. First was a 10-inning defeat to eventual Virginia Independent Schools Athletic Association (VISAA) state champion Benedictine, the other, their first loss at Lee-Davis in years. So, how do you erase the memories, keep the players fresh, and look ahead? Head coach Tyler Kane decided to utilize the team’s “Blue/Gray World Series”, normally held in the fall, holding a special best-of-three intrasquad event to simulate live action, after a game versus Jamestown scheduled for May 17 was canceled by the Eagles. “We got guys on the mound, figured out some things offensively, and continued moving forward as a team. It was really positive,” Kane noted. “For pitchers, you can throw bullpen after bullpen, but nothing simulates that game-like environment.” The work helped, especially on the mound, as Eric Anderson scattered two hits and three walks over five innings and Chase Hustead fanned four in the final two innings for the save as Hanover shut out the Cyclones 3-0. Hanover (17-2) touched up Eastern View starter Cooper Thomas for two runs in the second inning as, after a Jack Mardigian walk, catcher Brandon Taylor roped a double
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Tyler Newell (14) slides safely into second as No. 6 Patrick Henry takes on third-seeded Midlothian in a Region 4B quarterfinal at Midlothian Thursday. The Trojans proved to be too strong for the visiting Patriots, downing them 9-1.
Hanover hammers Trojans By Rob Witham For the Times-Dispatch MECHANICSVILLE – In the huddle before Thursday’s Region 4B softball quarterfinal, Ellen Palya, Hanover’s starting pitcher and one of only two seniors on the squad, imparted some sage advice. “I told them, at this point in the season, it doesn’t even
to score Mardigian. Courtesy runner Chase Flora – in for Taylor – raced home from second as junior Jordan Watkins singled for a 2-0 Hanover lead. The Cyclones left two runners aboard in the third, then, in the fourth, after Anderson issued a leadoff walk to Peyton Folsom, a seemingly innocent
matter who’s more talented,” Palya recalled. “Softball is a game that anybody can win any day. It doesn’t matter who you’re playing, at this point, you just have to want it more.” With precision in all phases, the top-seeded Hawks scored four runs in the third, added seven in the fifth as its offense returned to its powerful production from earlier in
the season to eliminate eighthseeded Midlothian 12-0. Hanover (17-2) hosted Powhatan, which defeated Caroline, in Tuesday’s region semifinal – which took place after this edition went to press – with a trip to the Class 4 state tournament on the line. The Hawks bested the Indians
pickoff throw to first became successful when Folsom’s momentum forced his hand off the base for just a second. First baseman Blake Doggett, utilizing a plan practiced many times, was in position to apply a second tag, ousting Folsom. “We work on it every day, putting tags down and holding
tags, because this turf plays fast, and you get teams who haven’t played on it,” Kane explained. “It exposes the speed. It’s really, really hard to hold your ground on the bag, so one thing we always teach is keep the tag on them as long as you can.” The Cyclones stranded two more in the fifth. Hanover
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added an insurance run in the sixth as Caleb Gorman scored on an RBI single from Caydon Richardson. Hustead, who struck out the side in the sixth, retired the Cyclones in order in the seventh. The win places Hanover in familiar territory, playing for a berth in the Class 4 state tournament. Having fallen short of that goal last season, Kane’s kids are hungry to return. “These guys have been really receptive all year, learning from their mistakes,” Kane said. “It’s about moving forward in a positive direction.” Midlo pounds Patriots MIDLOTHIAN – Three batters. Three baserunners. One big hit. Three runs. The third-seeded Trojans wasted no time getting on top of No. 6 Patrick Henry in a Region 4B quarterfinal Thursday, with their first two batters of the game getting on base and the
third batter driving them all in with a home run to left field in what became a 9-1 rout of the Patriots. Patrick Henry got its 4B tournament off to a winning start, eking out a 1-0 victory over No. 11 Monacan on May 21, but the rested Trojans – who drew a first-round bye in the regional – overmatched the Patriots. Christian Chambers began Midlothian’s half of the first inning with a walk. Carter Lovasz singled, advancing Chambers to third. Then Trojan starter Camdton Furman gave himself all the run support he needed by driving a 2-2 pitch over the left field wall. Patrick Henry starter Wyatt Stanley shook it off and retired the next three Midlothian batters, but the damage had been done. Lovasz finished the game going 2 for 4 with three RBI. Evan Heine also went 2 for 4, and Zach Vanderslice finished 2 for 3. Seth Keller led the Patriots with a 2 for 3 performance, driving in one run. Zach Plagerman had a double. Patrick Henry got the only run of its first-round win over Monacan in the third inning. Eoin Rossman led off with a free base after getting hit by a pitch, then he stole second. Tyler Newell singled and Scott Gillman grounded out to move Rossman to third and Newell to second. Noah Madison then drove Rossman home on a single. Newell tried to score on the hit, but was thrown out at home. Patriot pitchers Vince Basso (five innings) and Gabe Lassiter (two innings of relief) shut out the Chiefs, yielding just two hits and four walks. Rob Witham can be reached at sports@mechlocal.com.
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Hanover boys, girls advance to region semis By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor MECHANICSVILLE – Twice during the regular season, Patrick Henry’s boys soccer team defeated Hanover. So when the two teams met in a Region 4B quarterfinal Thursday, the third-seeded Hawks had plenty of incentive to beat the sixth-seeded Patriots. The incentive, assuming it was needed, worked. Hanover controlled the pitch in a dominant performance for a 4-1 win. The Hawks traveled to No. 2 Chancellor for the region semifinal Tuesday after this edition went to press. Hanover head coach Laurent Body said the Hawks made no special adjustments for the Patriots in the quarterfinal. “None at all, because the
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6-4 on March 22. Having waited 10 days to return to live action, Hanover head coach Michael Rohr quietly emphasized adjustments needed to rejuvenate an offense that averaged more than eight runs per game in their first 14 contests, but only 10 runs total in their last four, where they went 2-2. “We got into a lull near the end of the season,” Rohr said. “I thought the kids did a really good job the past week and a half buckling down, working on swings and concentrating on their approaches at the plate.” After taking an early 1-0 lead in the first, the Hawks used aggressive baserunning to jump start the offense in the third, as Leslie Currie singled to left, and advanced to second and
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Patrick Henry defender Albert Blackburn (left) gets away from Hanover midfielder Noah Thompson in the Hawks’ 4-1 win over the visiting Patriots in a Region 4B quarterfinal Thursday.
two (previous) games we had opportunities, but did not put them in,” he said. “Tonight, we were a little bit more motivated.” Midfielder Josh Lambour scored a hat trick, getting the Hawks’ first goal in the first half, then adding a pair of insur-
ance goals in the second. Fellow midfielder Jack Leimann scored what would prove the go-ahead goal in the second half. Patrick Henry head coach Chris Giannasi knew his Patriots had a tough task ahead. “It’s tough to beat a team
then to third on a wild pitch. When a throw to third went into left field, Currie scampered home, sliding under the tag for a 2-0 lead. Jessica Russell next rocked a triple to right center and scored on a squeeze play by Julia Mardigian, who reached safely. Next came Palya, who, as she’s done numerous times, helped her own cause with a two-run home run to center for a 5-0 advantage. Hanover flexed its muscle in the fifth as Russell and Mardigian hit back-to-back homers as part of the seven-run outburst which put the game out of reach. Palya, as any pitcher would, appreciates the run support, but believes it can start sooner. “At the beginning of the season, we were hitting it hard in the first inning, going at people, and then it kind of fell off a little bit,” Palya explained. “We have
worked really hard on hitting, making sure we’re at the plate with a good approach.” Hanover will need that approach in all three phases in the rematch with a Powhatan squad who, after starting 1-3, has won 14 of their last 16 games.
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Patriots advance to semis Sixth-seed Patrick Henry turned in a pair of dominating performances last week to advance to the Region 4B semifinals. The Patriots thrashed No. 11 Monacan 15-0 at home on May 21, then shut out No. 3 Dinwiddie 4-0 on the road Thursday. They next faced second-seed Courtland Tuesday after this edition went to press. Patrick Henry used sustained offense in its win against Dinwiddie, scoring a run in each of the second, third, fifth and seventh innings.
Indians played a defensive gem in their Region 4B girls soccer quarterfinal Thursday night, but Hawk midfielder Maggie Sobel found an opening through the Indians’ defensive wall late in the game to lead Hanover to a 1-0 victory. Hanover kept Powhatan goalkeeper Katie McCarthy busy – she finished with 11 saves – but the Hawk defense was so impregnable that no Indian got a shot on goal against Hanover’s keeper, Tallulah Miller. Hanover, seeded No. 1, hosted fifth seed Midlothian Tuesday after this edition went to press. Hawk head coach Manny Tavares described Sobel’s goal as a “one-time shot.” “The ball came out, and Powhatan tried to drop too many people inside the box,” Hawk girls win squeaker M E C H A N I C S V I L L E Tavares said. “They crowded – Hanover and the visiting each other, and she just slid it
that good three times,” Giannasi said. “We knew we were up against it, but we had confidence. But [Hanover] played great. There’s no shame in losing to that team.” The Patriots never gave up, either, pressing and pressing and pressing until they scored a goal late in the game when midfielder Turner Hart found a game in a crowd and redirected a ball into the Hanover net. The three Hanover secondhalf goals came in a flurry. “They saw a team that lost its confidence and they were a good team. They pounced on us,” Giannasi said. “We put our heads down for a few minutes and they scored three goals, and that was that. That’s the game of soccer.”
The only run it needed for the win can in the second. With one out, Jamie Hughes doubled and scored on an Emma Keys’ single. Patrick Henry catcher Saxon Radcliffe opened the third with a single and moved to second one out later on her battery-mate Riley Dull’s single. Radcliffe then stole third and scored on an Emma Keys single to make it 2-0. Radcliffe scored another run in the fifth. With one out, she singled, advanced to second on a wild pitch and then to third on a passed ball. Erin White walked. Radcliffe scored on a Dull sacrifice fly, but White was caught trying to advance to third on the sacrifice to end the inning. Patrick Henry’s final run came with two outs in the second. Blair Rhodes singled and stole second. She came home on a Radcliffe single.
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Rachel Andrzejewski (right) celebrates with Maggie Sobel (left) after Sobel scored the only goal of the match late in the second half of Hanover’s 1-0 win over Powhatan in a Region 4B girls soccer quarterfinal Thursday.
in the goal, like passing it into the net. To me, I like to call it a sublime goal.” Patrick Henry fell to Monacan 4-0 in another quarterfinal Thursday night. Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com.
Radcliffe led the Patriots, going 3 for 4 with two runs scored and an RBI. Keys went 2 for 3 with two RBI. The Patriots already had a 7-0 lead when they erupted for eight runs in the fifth in their thrashing of Monacan. White capped the eight-run outburst with her only hit of the evening,
a grand slam that brought in Rhodes, Radcliffe and Sienna Perry. Hughes also had a home run, leading Patrick Henry with a 3-for-4 performance with a two-run home run, one-run double and four RBI total. Rob Witham can be reached at sports@mechlocal.com.
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two). “We played hard. … We seemed to have a rough halfinning defensively in each game. It was late in the first game and early in the second game,” Proffitt said. “But again, we hit with teams and we made some great plays defensively. … I saw everybody play, and I thought we stacked up well with all of them.” Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com.
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Taylor Sanderford) to just one for Illinois Wesleyan (by Mia Massaro). Pitching-wise, RandolphMacon’s Candace Whittemore had more strikeouts (two) than Emory’s two pitchers (Toko Miller and Madison Schaefer), and she had almost as many (four) as Illinois Wesleyan’s two pitchers (starter Ally Wigand’s three, and reliever Brea Walker’s
Emergency communications and animal control honored for outstanding officers of 2018 HANOVER -- Hanover County honored its Emergency Communications and Animal Control Officers in a recognition ceremony held on April 17 at the County Administration Building. During the Animal Control portion of the ceremony led by Chief Jeff Parker, Officer Jennifer Niess was honored as the Animal Control Officer of the Year for 2018. Volunteer of the Year for 2018 went to Ed Bernas and Kennel Attendant of the Year was
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Nathan Elswick, Shannon Harrell, Janie Hayes, Kim Kinker, Casey Lawrence, Liz Limerick, Preston Main, Kim Mills, Megan Nixon, Judson Smith, Katie Sprouse and Nick Tragesser. Their performance was described as one the finest examples of how emergency communications personnel come together during a time of extreme crisis and perform as a highly effective team during such a stressful and tragic event. Senior Communications Officer Tiffany Dowdy was recognized as the Communications Training Officer of the Year for 2018 and Supervisor Judson Smith was recognized as the Supervisor of the Year for 2018. Communications Officers Katie Sprouse and Jude Dawson tied for and received the eighth annual Heins “Dedication to Duty” award for receiving the highest number of peer recognition cards for 2018. This award is named for retired Director Phil Heins, who was present for the award. Several communications personnel were recognized for their years of service: Zach Hazelwood and Judson
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Smith, 5 years; Charles Smith, 15 years; Kim Kinker, Angie Conley and Dawn Drewry, 20 years; and Carole Starcher, 35 years of service. The department also recognized Communications Officers Diane Branch and Megan Pembroke for their outstanding performance utilizing the department’s automated Emergency Police, Fire and Medical Dispatch Protocols for having the highest annual EMD/EFD/EPD scores for 2018. W. Canova Peterson IV, chairman of the Hanover County Board of Supervisors, read and presented Curt Shaffer, director of the Public Safety Emergency Communications Department, with a Proclamation honoring the Hanover Public Safety Communications Officers for their dedication, service and sacrifice during National Telecommunicator’s Week. Peterson also read and presented to Chief Jeff Parker, head of the Animal Control Department, with a Proclamation honoring the Animal Control Officers for their dedication, service and sacrifice during National Animal Control Officer Week. The Board of Supervisors establishes the sec-
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frequently crawled around in the dirt at baseball and softball games. And whether it was one of those rain-soaked nights on a soggy sideline or scampering up a narrow ladder to access a photographer’s stand at RIR, shooting with Nick was always special. Over those years I learned from Nick’s energy and dedication and his boundless enthusiasm for life in general. He approached his photography similar to the fashion he approached life, realistically and filled with hope. After Wilton and Eleanor passed, Nick became the unofficial trustee of their memory, keeping their names prominent in PHHS history and preserving those precious photos. Both of us expressed frustration at not being able to fully explain just how much Wilton
had done for us, both as photographers and men. He set examples on both counts that were high marks of aspiration for both of us. I thought about those conversations with Nick as I sat in St. Anne’s Catholic Church and stared at a coffin that contained his body, but not the soul of a man. I realized that Nick’s message is one of life as I saw the outpouring of love from friends and family who came to say their tearful goodbyes. I couldn’t help but remember a conversation I had with Nick as we carried Wilton’s coffin to his final resting place on a snowy winter day years ago. “Many people will never know how much he meant to so many people,” Nick said. “We will,” I replied. Now, plenty of people will miss and remember Nick for years to come. He became a beloved member of his community and never failed to support
numerous projects, both with his photography and hard work. And some might forget or fail to remember the subtle nature of Nick or the joy it brought just being in his presence, or the void his passing leaves for that tiny band of brothers. But, his family and friends do have the special privilege of remembering and knowing that Nick’s legacy truly lies in the way he lived and the people he touched. And there might be some who will never know the subtle dignity and compassion of the man who took photographs that will last long past our time on this earth. Maybe, those who follow won’t appreciate or remember what Nick meant to a community, the large group of admirers he called friends, the countless students who were inspired by his words and actions, or the family who always came first for Nick. But, I will.
Photo submitted by Tom Harris
Members of the shift that won the APCO award for Outstanding Performance by a Team during a Critical Incident for their performance on Oct. 11, 2018, are shown with members of Fire/EMS Station #6 (Henry), who were the respondents in the accident in which Lt. Brad Clark lost his life. They gathered during the 2019 Emergency Communications Awards ceremony. Shown are, from left, front row, communications officers Katie Sprouse, Chelsea Davis and Megan Nixon; second row, firefighters Evan Smith, Jeremiah Sheehan, Ryan Hoy, Carter Lewis and Dave Johnson, along with Judson Smith, communications supervisor, and communications officers Liz Limerick and Kayla DeNapoli; behind Evan Smith is Preston Main, communications senior supervisor; n the back row are Cheryl Buchanan, communications center manager; Lyn Buchanan, Fire-EMS battalion chief; Robbie Phillips, assistant chief; Jethro Piland, chief; Eddie Buchanan, assistant chief; Chris Elish, firefighter; and Nathan Elswick, communications officer.
ond week in April each year as Hanover County Emergency Communications Officer Week and Hanover County Animal Control Officer Week. Peterson, representing the board of supervisors, praised all Hanover County Emergency Communications
and Animal Control personnel for their service, noting the stress and demands placed on them each and every day, along with the great job they do for the citizens of Hanover County. For more information about Hanover County Public Safety
Emergency Communications, call Charlie Udriet, deputy director of Emergency Communications, at 804365-6311. Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.
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Antiques: _______________________________ Appliance Store: _________________________ Auto Dealership: _________________________ Bookstore: ______________________________ Boutique: _______________________________ Comic Book Store: _______________________ Fishing Supply Store: ____________________ Flowers/Gifts:____________________________ Furniture Store: __________________________ Grocery Store: ___________________________ Hardware Store: _________________________ Hunting Supply Store: _____________________ Jewelry Store: ___________________________ Thrift Store: ____________________________
HEALTH & FITNESS Chiropractor: ____________________________ Day Spa: _______________________________ Dentist: ________________________________ Dietician: _______________________________ Family Physician Office: ___________________ Gym: __________________________________ Gymnastics: ___________________________ Hearing: ________________________________ Massage Therapist: ______________________ Orthodontist: ____________________________ Optometrist: ____________________________ Pediatrician Office: _______________________ Pharmacy: ______________________________ Physical Therapist: _______________________ Veterinarian/Vet Hospital: __________________ Yoga/Barre Studio: _______________________
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Art Gallery:______________________________ Band (Local): ____________________________ Bowling Alley: ___________________________ Children’s Party Spot: _____________________ Dance Studio: ___________________________ Golf Course: ____________________________
Historical Landmark: ______________________ Karaoke: _______________________________ Live Music Venue: ________________________ Music School: ___________________________ Summer Camp: __________________________ Winery: ________________________________
EATS & DRINKS Bakery: ________________________________ Bar & Grill: ______________________________ Barbecue: ______________________________ Breakfast: ______________________________ Brewery: _______________________________ Buffet: _________________________________ Chinese: _______________________________ Coffee: _________________________________ Deli: ___________________________________ Dessert: ________________________________ Dinner: _________________________________ Hamburger: _____________________________ Hot Dog: _______________________________ Ice Cream: ______________________________ Italian: _________________________________ Korean: ________________________________ Lunch: _________________________________ Mexican: _______________________________ Pizza: __________________________________ Seafood: _______________________________ Sports Bar: _____________________________ Steak: _________________________________ Thai:___________________________________ Wings: _________________________________
SERVICES Attorney/Law Firm: _______________________ Auto Services: ___________________________ Auto Body Shop: _________________________ Assisted Living Facility: ____________________ Barbershop: _____________________________ Builder: ________________________________ Car Wash: ______________________________ Powerwashing: __________________________
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