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Strawberries take center stage in Ashland’s annual Faire

Solar power plan OK’d by school board; Gill gets new contract

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Vol. 4 No. 40 | Richmond Suburban News | June 19, 2019

Congratulations to the 2019 classes of HCPS

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Commencement ceremonies for the 2019 classes of Hanover County Public Schools -- Patrick Henry Atlee, Lee-Davis and Hanover high schools -- were conducted on Saturday, June 15, in the E.J. Wade Arena at the VCU Siegel Center in Richmond. Dr. Michael Gill, superintendent of schools, delivered the keynote address (his speech appears in its entirety on page). Additional photos of the graduations are on Community, page 18 The names of all the graduates can be found on pages 12-15.

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This rendering of the Sheltering Arms Institute shows how, with VCU Health, the two will consolidate several locations to create one 114-bed hospital. Sheltering Arms Institute will combine 68 beds from Sheltering Arms’ two inpatient hospitals, located in Midlothian and Mechanicsville, with 46 beds from VCU Medical Center located in downtown Richmond. All outpatient services for both organizations will operate separately for now and into the foreseeable future.

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RICHMOND — Sheltering Arms Institute, a collaboration with VCU Health, recently announced the appointment of Richard Kunz, M.D., as chief medical officer.

Kunz has been serving as an assistant clinical professor in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the VCU School of Medicine. He also was the medical transitional team leader on the Sheltering Arms Institute project.

Kunz earned his bachelor of science in psychobiology and a master’s degree in behavioral neuroscience from the University of Southern California.

Additionally, he holds his doctorate of medicine from Virginia Commonwealth

University, where he completed a clinical fellowship in brain injury rehabilitation. “We are confident that Dr. Kunz will successfully lead the continued development of a transdisciplinary rehabilitation team that delivers on our vision to reinvent rehabilitation for a life beyond limits,� said Alan Lombardo, CEO of Sheltering Arms Institute. “His leadership experience in medicine, hospital operations, and administration will be valuable assets.

Additionally, his enthusiasm for advancing person-centered care and elevating the quality of rehabilitation care will play a leading role for the organization.�

Scheduled to open during the summer of 2020, the new rehabilitation facility will be situated on 46 acres in the West Creek Medical Park off Broad Street Road, just

east of the state Route 288 interchange in Goochland County.

The joint venture combines the strengths of both organizations to provide exceptional care for individuals who have survived strokes, spinal cord injuries or brain injuries, as well as those in need of general rehabilitation for various neurological diseases and disorders.

Sheltering Arms and VCU Health will consolidate several of their locations to create one 114-bed hospital.

Sheltering Arms Institute will combine 68 beds from Sheltering Arms’ two inpatient hospitals, located in Midlothian and Mechanicsville, with 46 beds from VCU Medical Center located in downtown Richmond.

All outpatient services for both organizations will oper-

ate separately for now and into the foreseeable future.

About Sheltering Arms Institute Sheltering Arms and VCU Health System have formed a joint venture, Sheltering Arms Institute, a state-of-thescience physical rehabilitation hospital, to bring together the brand and clinical reputation of Sheltering Arms and the nationally ranked programs of VCU Health. The institute, opening summer 2020, will blend advanced technology, research, and evidence-based clinical treatment to create an innovative, transdisciplinary model of rehabilitative care that will facilitate superior outcomes for patients. For more information, please visit www.shelteringarmsinstitute. com.

Incumbents and newcomer get Republican nod for Nov. 5

By Melody Kinser Managing Editor HANOVER – The stage has been set for the Nov. 5 General Election with three incumbents and a newcomer capturing the Hanover County Republican Party’s nominations for the Hanover County Board of Supervisors.

Angela Kelly-Wiecek, Chickahominy District; Canova Peterson, Mechanicsville District; and Aubrey “Bucky” Stanley, Beaverdam District; are being joined on the fall ballot by Michael Herzberg, Cold Harbor District.

Peterson, who is serving as chairman of the board, said, “I am fortunate to live in old Mechanicsville, which has long been the heartbeat of this part of our county.”

“This is home to the people and families who built this community into a shining star that is respected throughout the Commonwealth,” he added. “For these same people to place their continuing trust in me has got to be one of the greatest honors I have ever known. I thank each and every one of them for making this Tennessee-raised boy one of their own.”

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Herzberg, a 26-year resident of Mechanicsville, refers to himself as a conservative activist, and small business owner.

“I would like to thank all my supporters, volunteers who worked tirelessly to lead us to victory, and the voters who overwhelmingly supported our campaign to ensure that they continue to have a supervisor in Cold Harbor that works for lower taxes, creates jobs, supports conservative solutions to education, and will manage growth protecting Hanover’s rich history and culture,” Herzberg said.

I am fortunate to live in old Mechanicsville which has long been the heart beat of this part of

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our county.

Toni Radler, chair of the Hanover County Democratic Committee, said this about the Primary: “Democrats had only one primary in Hanover and that was to choose a candidate to run for the 12th District Senate seat. We have an outstanding candidate in Debra Rodman and

are looking forward to helping her win that seat.”

Unofficial results are as follows: Beaverdam District – Aubrey M. “Bucky” Stanley Jr., 998, 71.95%; and Andrew D. “Andy” Schaeffer Jr., 389, 28.05.

Chickahominy District – Angela C. KellyWiecek, 945, 55.88%; and Tom E. Walsh, 746, 44.12%.

Cold Harbor District – F. Michael Herzberg IV, 606, 50.04%; Sarah Richardson Via, 369, 30.47%; and Paul D. Cash, 236, 19.49%.

Mechanicsville District – W. Canova Peterson IV, 465, 58.79%; and Ryan > Hudson, 326, 41.21%.

The lone Democratic seat on the Primary Election ballot was for the 12th District Senate seat. Debra H. Rodman garnered 296 votes, 53.82%; to Veena Gupta Lothe’s 254 votes, 46.18%.

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SHERIFF’S REPORTS | Crime, Accidents, Fire & Rescue May 2

Failure to stop for school bus with flashing lights was reported in the 17300 block of Rocky Ford Road, Montpelier.

Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 8200 block of Meadowbridge Road, Mechanicsville.

Forging was reported in the 6400 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 7400 block of Sujen Court/ Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $250, in the 10200 block of Guenevere Court, Mechanicsville.

Grand larceny, $500 or more not from a person, was reported in the 8400 block of

10200 block of Chamberlayne Road, Mechanicsville.

Simple assault was reported in the 6400 block of Birch Tree Trace, Mechanicsville.

was reported in the 7500 block of Cold Harbor Road, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, subsequent offense, was reported in the 7300 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

Simple assault was reported in the 13100 block of Verdon Road, Ruther Glen.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 13100 block of Verdon Road, Ruther Glen.

Credit card fraud, $200 in six months, was reported in the 9100 block of Stephens Manor Road, Mechanicsville.

Petit larceny from auto was reported in the 16200 block of Gun Barrel Road,

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Petit larceny, $500 not from a person, was reported in the 7900 block of Compass Point Lane, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 4000 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

Operating a motor vehicle, habitual offender, second, subsequent offense, was reported in the 8100 block of Mechanicsville Byway/ Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Credit card fraud, $200 in six months, was reported in the 11300 block of Air Park Road, Ashland.

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Strawberries take center stage in Ashland’s annual Faire

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Chaos reigns inside the Kid Zone's bouncy castles at the Ashland Strawberry Faire on Saturday, June 15, along the streets of the campus of Randolph-Macon College.

These two ladies proudly displayed last week’s edition of The Mechanicsville Local in which their photo appeared on the Community page for being recognized with the Spirit of Volunteerism Award for “Spirit of Team.” They are members of the Moment of Hope Pantry Volunteers. They stopped by The Local’s booth to say “Hi.”

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Blue skies and sunshine welcomed attendees to the Ashland Strawberry Faire. The annual event filled the streets in and around Randolph-Macon College in Historic Ashland.

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Sincere Carter, much to his mother’s delight, was “talking” to the horses at the Faire. He kept making a “neighing” sound to get their attention. The horses were behind a gate.

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Potato, at left, a 2-year-old pit bull mix with Operation Paws, takes a break from mooching for treats to show why she won Best AllAround in the Pet Pageant. At right, attendees enjoy a refreshing cool snack under the shade of the trees on the R-MC campus. Shaved Ice Express was among the vendors that took part in Saturday’s annual Ashland Strawberry Faire. Mother Nature cooperated with a sunny -and not too hot -- day for the event in the historic town.

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The "Rat King" Robert Birzer of the Concert Ballet of Virginia goes down for a dip in the dunk tank at the Ashland Strawberry Faire.

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Miyah, 10, of Henrico walks around with her alien friend at the Strawberry Faire.

Solar power plan OK’d by school board; Gill gets new contract

By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local ASHLAND -- Hanover School Board members unanimously approved a contract with Sun Tribe Solar to install solar panels at eight county campuses at last week’s regular meeting.

Utilizing a variety of ground-based and roof-mounted panels, the 20-year contract with two five-year extensions is projected to save Hanover County Public Schools more than $10 million during that period.

The ground-based campuses include Kersey Creek and Pearson’s Corner elementary schools; The Georgetown School; and Hanover Center for Trades and Technology. Roofmounted units are planned for Hanover High School, Oak Knoll Middle School, and Laurel Meadow, and Cool Spring elementary schools.

The power purchase agreement allows county school officials to lock in electricity rates at .0876 cents per kilowatt hour for the life of the contract.

“That rate is maintained for the entire 30 years. That is about 17 percent less than what we are paying today,” Terry Stone, assistant superintendent of Business & Operations, said.

Studies indicated electricity rates increase by about 3% annually.

The schools will purchase their power from Sun Tribe, and extra-generated power will be sold to Dominion by Sun Tribe.

The company approached school system officials in March with a plan to install the systems at five campuses, but at the request of the school board and administration, expanded that proposal to include eight total campuses.

Stone and other administration officials worked with

TERRY STONE

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Samantha Brook, senior development manager, and Seth Herman development manager for Sun Tribe, attended last week’s meeting of the Hanover County School Board to witness approval of solar panels being installed on eight campuses in the division.

Sun Tribe to establish the contract presented at the Tuesday, June 4, meeting. Each school requires a separate agreement.

John Axselle, Beaverdam District representative on the HCSB, asked about the termination fee for early withdrawal from the contract. Stone said the projected savings would decrease with early termination, but still result in cumulative savings.

Sun Tribe will own and operate the systems, and it is responsible for removing the system at the end of the contract.

For example, if the county decided to withdraw after 20 years in a 30-year contract, the savings would be reduced and termination fees could exceed $3 million.

The company also is responsible for obtaining, planning, and zoning approval. If for some reason, those approvals cannot be obtained, the county is released from the contract.

Stone said initial discussions with Planning Director David Maloney indicate Conditional Use Permits would be required for ground-mounted projects.

Norman Sulser, Cold Harbor District school board member, asked if the Hanover County Board of Supervisors had expressed an opinion on this proposal.

Stone said Wayne Hazzard, South Anna District, HCBOS, reviewed the documents and Canova Peterson, HCBOS chairman and Mechanicsville District representative, also

requested more information regarding the project.

Bob Hundley, chairman and Chickahominy District on the HCSB, pointed out that a number of supervisors attended a presentation by Sun Tribe at a Joint Education Committee meeting.

“If I understand right, we are saving the taxpayers of Hanover County $10.2 million

over 30 years,” Sulser said.

Seth Herman of Sun Tribe Solar said his firm is the only provider that offers full service, including planning design, construction, and maintenance.

He told board members Sun Tribe is actually contracted by other providers to construct their projects, one of them currently taking place at Huguenot High School.

Stone said the company had won all but one of the RFPs (Request For Proposal) for similar projects in the Commonwealth.

Sue Dibble, South Anna District, HCSB, said she had intended to request more proposals from other providers, but was inclined to approve the contract once she became aware of the limited number of providers that can offer the service.

Herman said the success of the program relies on a Pilot see SOLAR, pg. 13

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Rules of the road: Common sense should prevail

By Melody Kinser Managing Editor

D

oes a logical reaction have to be enacted into law to become a part of our driving etiquette?

Some motorists don’t seem to think they’re supposed to yield when entering the interstate from a ramp or even consider that caution light as they zip through what became a red light.

And then there are those who have the mobile phone leaning on their shoulder. I want to scream (but I’ve been working on my temperament for years and -- slowly but surely -- am making progress).

No, I not a road rage type driver, but I the hillbilly can rise to the surface sometimes. This is particularly unsettling to my mother when she’s in the vehicle.

OK, I’ll confess: More often than not, I’m the one who will stop traffic to allow those drivers delayed at some intersections without lights to proceed into traffic.

And I always give school buses the go-ahead to enter the roadway.

A few months ago, I wrote about the Move Over Law in Virginia. I have been questioned about using the word required in referring to how motorists should respond when they encounter

such a highway situation.

To clarify, I’ll share what Section 46.2-921.1 of the Code of Virginia (http://www.vsp.virginia.gov/ SlowDownMoveOver_VAcode.shtm) states: § 46.2-921.1. Drivers to yield rightof-way or reduce speed when approaching stationary emergency vehicles on highways; penalties.

A. The driver of any motor vehicle, upon approaching a stationary vehicle that is displaying a flashing, blinking, or alternating blue, red, or amber light or lights as provided in § 46.2-1022, 46.2-1023, or 46.2-1024 or subdivision A 1 or A 2 of § 46.2-1025 shall (i) on a highway having at least four lanes, at least two of which are intended for traffic proceeding as the approaching vehicle, proceed with caution and, if reasonable, with due regard for safety and traffic conditions, yield the right-of-way by making a lane change into a lane not adjacent to the stationary vehicle or (ii) if changing lanes would be unreasonable or unsafe, proceed with due caution and maintain a safe speed for highway conditions.

B. A violation of any provision of this section shall be punishable as a traffic infraction, except that a second or subsequent violation of any provision of this section, when such violation involved a

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vehicle with flashing, blinking, or alternating blue or red lights, shall be punishable as a Class 1 misdemeanor.

C. If the violation resulted in damage to property of another person, the court may, in addition, order the suspension of the driver’s privilege to operate a motor vehicle for not more than one year. If the violation resulted in injury to another person, the court may, in addition to any other penalty imposed, order the suspension of the driver’s privilege to operate a motor vehicle for not more than two years. If the violation resulted in the death of another person, the court may, in addition to any other penalty imposed, order the suspension of the driver’s privilege to operate a motor vehicle for two years.

D. The provisions of this section shall not apply in highway work zones as defined in § 46.2-878.1.

(2002, cc. 163, 341; 2008, c. 818; 2010, c. 289.)

That being said, I’m going to continue to move over any time I see a vehicle in distress or a law enforcement officer alongside the road doing his/her job to assist or protect other motorists.

Required or not, being mindful of those beside the highway merit our caution and decision to simply move over.

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Ashland Town Council will meet at 7 p.m. at Ashland Town Hall at 101 Thompson St. in Ashland.

Wednesday, July 10

Ashland Planning Commission will meet at 7 p.m. at Ashland Town Hall at 101 Thursday, June 20 Ashland Economic Development Thompson St. in Ashland.

Authority will meet at 6:30 p.m. at Ashland Town Hall at 101 Thursday, July 18 Thompson St. in Ashland.

Ashland Economic Development Authority will meet at 6:30 p.m. at Ashland Town Hall Monday, June 24 American Legion Post 175 will at 101 Thompson St. in Ashland. sponsor a Blood Drive from 2 to 6 p.m. in the Main Hall at 8700 Bell Ongoing Creek Rd. in Mechanicsville. For an Civil War re-enactors are appointment, visit redcrossblood.org see CALENDAR, pg. 15 or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

SHERIFF’S Continued from pg. 3

Petit larceny pick pocket was reported in the 7000 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $500, in the 7300 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 15000 block of Mountain Road, Glen Allen.

Montpelier.

Disorderly conduct was reported in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 15000 block of Mountain Road, Glen Allen.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 16000 block of Mountain Road, Montpelier.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 15000 block of Mountain Road, Glen Allen. Driver did not report an accident with damages, $500, in the 7500 block of Mechanicsville

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Possession of Schedule I and II controlled substance was reported in the 9200 block of Hanover Crossings Drive, Mechanicsville.

Unauthorized use of vehicle, boat or animal was reported in the 6100 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Violation of a protective order was reported in the 8300 block of Plum Grove Drive, Mechanicsville.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 7400 block of Jennifer Lane, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 9300 block of Kings Dominion Boulevard/Caroline County, Doswell.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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GRAL swimming: Ashland at Burkwood 6:00 p.m.

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Legion baseball: Post 361 vs. Post 175 at Hanover H.S. 7:00 p.m.

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Post 175 gets off to ragged start in opener

By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor MECHANICSVILLE – The first week of any American Legion baseball season is fraught with challenges: rosters thrown together at the last minute, limited practice time, and the annual migration of just-graduated high school seniors from the hinterlands to the beach. So, when the season starts, play can be a bit ragged as the teams begin to congeal.

Sunday night, in both teams’ 2019 season opener at Hanover High School, Powhatan Post 201 and Mechanicsville Post 175 showed signs of such raggedness, but Post 201 wore it better, jumping to an early lead and holding off Mechanicsville in later innings for a 6-4 win.

Both teams were working to control pitching, and both teams had to employ a number of pitchers over the course of the seven-inning game. Powhatan deployed three, with starter Tommy Preston getting the win, and Mechanicsville sent four to the mound.

With a severely beachdepleted roster, Post 175 head coach Ken Schrad was busy improvising.

“We were down six guys today, so we were out there patching things together and trying to roll things and don’t really give our pitchers enough time to warm up like they

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Mechanicsville Post 175 catcher Hunter Beck prepares to fire to first to throw out Powhatan Post 201’s Colby Cheatham on a dropped third strike in Post 175’s 6-4 loss to visiting Post 201 in both teams’ season opener at Hanover High School Sunday.

should because they’re coming off of position play,” said Post 175 head coach Ken Schrad.

“Frankly, we gave them the game. I think we committed four errors at least. I think two of the runs scored on either

passed balls or wild pitches. …

It’s the first time a lot of these kids have played together. I think we returned four or five from last year’s team.”

Post 201 did not lose as many seniors to the beach, but

head coach Eric Mead likewise had little team to get his team together, with his roster finalized at 5 p.m. the day before.

“We’re starting a lot of underclassmen on this team,” Mead said. “This past spring, a

lot of these guys were just getting their feet wet with respect to varsity baseball. … I told them at the beginning of the game that all the young ones had to play big today. They did a good job.”

Powhatan’s win broke a seven-game run of losses to Mechanicsville.

“This was a good game, to come out here on this first game and get a win against 175 – that’s a good baseball program,” Mead said.

Mechanicsville mistakes proved costly. Post 201 recorded only two RBI. Powhatan got much of its run production from the bottom of its batting order: second baseman Stone Talley went 3-of-4 for two runs scored. Third baseman Connor Woodel was 2-of-2 with a walk, a run and one of the team’s RBIs. Post 201 tagged Post 175 starter Landon Smith for four runs – only two earned – in the first two innings. By the bottom of the second, however, Mechanicsville started a comeback, closing to within 5-4 after four innings, two off Post 201 starter Tommy Preston in three innings, and two off of reliever Chase Gayness in the fourth.

Mechanicsville catcher Hunter Beck was responsible for half of the team’s runs, going 3-of-3 with a walk and two RBI. But Powhatan reliever Alex Kyle came in in the fifth inning and kept Post 175 from getting home – though Mechanicsville threatened to score several times – to preserve the Post 201 win.

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Swimmers return to ‘schools,’ or pools, for GRAL the 6-and-under boys 25 backstroke. The finishing time of 2:00.35 wasn’t the focus. All the cheers for Morgan, who raced only in the 25 freestyle last summer, was for completing the race, and conquering a new task.

And, when it comes to opening night for Milestone, and every GRAL team, writing new chapters, and growing as a swimmer, whether it be Morgan or a veteran like Jones, is what it’s all about.

Milestone continues their season Wednesday night when the Makos hit the road to face Mechanicsville at 6 p.m.

By Rob Witham for Ashland-Hanover Local MECHANICSVILLE – Wyatt Jones, frankly, wouldn’t quite know how to plan his summer vacation if it didn’t include copious time spent at the Milestone swimming pool.

“I’ve been swimming here since I was 5 or 6,” Jones explained following one of his four victories in Milestone’s win over Goochland YMCA in the Makos’ 2019 Greater Richmond Aquatic League opener Wednesday night. “I don’t do much else during the summer, so why not?”

Jones, one of six quadruple winners for Milestone, had just completed the 15-18 boys 100meter breaststroke in a new best time of 1:22.81. After just a couple of questions, he was headed back to the check-in tent, the 50 butterfly quickly approaching. Jones won that in 30.34, a half-second off his personal best.

While Jones knows the ropes when it comes to GRAL events, for some of the younger Makos, while returning, they’re still building their own summer swimming tradition. But, overall, Milestone returns a lot of competitors this season, which excites assistant coach Alli Pryor.

“The first meet is usually a little chaotic as we’re trying to get into the swing of things as school is ending,” Pryor explained. “I couldn’t have asked much more, especially our 8-and-unders. I started tearing up a little bit, because some did the backstroke for the first time, some were in a new age group. I am pleased with all of our swimmers.”

Joining Jones as four-time victors were Noah Brant, Chase Dudley, Emory Sproull, Emily Stevens and Jenna Stevens.

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The Federal Club’s Amanda Barnard strokes to a big lead in the 11-12 girls 100-meter freestyle in the Greater Richmond Aquatic League’s season-opening swim meet between the Eagles and host Mechanicsville Recreation Association Thursday.

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Left, Milestone’s Wyatt Jones races to victory in the 15-18 boys 100-meter breaststroke with a personal best time of 1:22.81 in the Makos’ win over visiting Goochland Wednesday. Above, Milestone’s Maggie Watson approaches the finish line in the 1314 girls 50 backstroke with a winning time of 44.06.

were Emily Devlin, fresh off her season with Atlee girls lacrosse, Tamia Marshall, Jeffrey Sproull and Maggie Watson.

Highlights included Emory

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Sproull’s victory in the 13-14 boys 50 freestyle, knocking more than 5-1/2 seconds off his personal best to win the event in 30.78, Emily Stevens

besting her time in a winning performance in the 13-14 girls 50 butterfly with a 33.43 finish, and Jenna Stevens, who shaved just under 2 seconds off her

best time in the 11-12 girls 50 backstroke, winning in 43.19.

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by Pryor, was 5-year-old Christopher Morgan’s debut in

Federal Club wins MECHANICSVILLE – The Federal Club dominated in its GRAL season opener at Mechanicsville Recreation Association Thursday night, winning five of seven division for an overall 850.5-732.5 victory.

Four quadruple winners and six triple winners led the Eagles: Brannan Agee, Amanda Barnard, Mateo Blanco and Catherine Callihan were the quad winners, while Lauren Armstrong, William Barnard, Karina Blanco, Taylor Oliva Brown, Charlotte Bruning and Avery Duke were triple winners.

The Marlins were led by quad winners Tyler Earley, Brayden Eichenlaub, Abegale Gammon, Alison Harvey, Ashton Herndon, Patrick Herndon, Colin Neylon, Alexander Patrick and Whitney Speeks. Gavin Dillard, Jordyn Dillard, C.J. Lewis, Alex Pruemer, Nathan Stevens and Katie Willard were triple winners.

Mechanicsville Local sports editor Dave Lawrence contributed to this report.

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Superintendent to graduates: ‘Be kind’ is the message to live by

By Dr. Michael Gill Superintendent, HCPS RICHMOND -- Good morning/afternoon/ evening parents, grandparents, relatives, friends, distinguished guests, and, most importantly, Class of 2019! I’m honored to share in this special day of celebration and accomplishment with you.

For some time, I imagine you have counted the days, weeks, or perhaps even months until the moment you will experience very shortly. Now, you can countdown the time until you reach the culmination of your high school career in mere minutes. As is the case when one nears any noteworthy milestone, it is typical to reflect upon the many accomplishments, as well as obstacles that you have faced along the way. Perhaps your mind has drifted back to when you met your best friend, a favorite memory from homecoming, the nervousness of your first exam, or maybe even further back to lunchtime conversations in middle school, or even stepping onto the bus for the first time in kindergarten. Parents, I know that undoubtedly you have reminisced as well, shocked at where the time has gone, but bursting with pride at the young men and women your children have become.

Like you, I have reflected on past events that have brought us here today and shaped our journey along the way. While preparing my remarks, my mind did not go back to an event at one of our schools, but, strangely enough, to an email that I received just five days before the start of this school year. That date was Aug, 31, and, with the author’s permission, I will read a portion of this email to you: Good morning Dr. Gill, My name is Gini Bonnell, I live in Richmond, Virginia, and since the beginning of the year I have been hand-making and giving away “Be Kind” signs and to date have delivered over 850 signs all across the country. And I am so pleased to report that there are signs up in 239 schools in Virginia!

I just watched the HCPS video and saw one of my signs in it! I currently have signs in 13 schools in Hanover County plus I have supplied your bus drivers with signs to go on the school buses starting next week (photos attached).

Wow! This was and remains such a simple but profoundly beautiful message and positive reminder for us all — be kind! Ms. Bonnell generously

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He also stressed the importance of a long-term relationship with Hanover County and the company’s desire to

offered to donate additional signs for the remainder of our schools, and as I hope many of you have noticed, we graciously accepted. Each sign has an accompanying note from Gini that reads, “I started making the ‘Be Kind’ signs as a way to cope with all the negativity and polarizing messages that exist today. What began as a simple sign in my front yard has spread across the country.” Signs are now on display in schools, businesses, as well as in the front yards of friends and strangers as a way to remind people to simply be kind. The movement has taken off in ways I’m sure she could not have imagined and, in fact, now her signs can be found literally all over the globe.

Her two-word message does indeed seem in stark contrast to the divisive times in which we live.

Unfortunately, one of the casualties of contemporary society seems to be the ability of individuals who may have opposing views to sit down face-toface and have a productive dialogue — to take the time to understand those with differing opinions and work despite them for the common good. It is far easier to point fingers, to shout with the aid of social media, and to point out other people’s flaws while denying our own.

The fact is, though, that while saying “be kind” is relatively easy, actually being kind is far more difficult than other actions prevalent in our culture.

The Random Acts of Kindness website paraphrases Teddy Roosevelt by commenting that kindness is, “doing what you can, where you are, with what you have.” While an individual act, random or otherwise, should never be devalued, I submit to you that kindness is not a singular event. Rather, it is a commitment and a way in which you live your life. The word “doing” in Roosevelt’s definition implies that one who is kind does so not only in words but also by sustained actions.

As we celebrate the compilation of thirteen years of your formal education today, it is fair to ask: Where does this lesson on kindness fit into the curriculum you have just completed? Which Standards of Learning best correlate to kindness? How does kindness relate to the diploma that will soon rest in your hands?

During the entirety of this school year, a dedicated group of educators pondered similar questions and built upon work that began last year to create

meet expectations.

The school board authorized administration to sign the Power Purchase agreement and accompanying documents by a 6-0 vote.

Hundley abstained from the vote to remove any sign of conflict of interest because Sun Tribe does work with the company where he is employed.

a guiding document entitled, Profile of a Hanover Graduate. Their goal was to define specifically what your diploma represents. It, of course, symbolizes the passing of various tests and thousands of hours of school attendance, but we wanted to go further by explicitly stating the knowledge, skills, and abilities that you, as graduates, will possess when you embark on your post-secondary plans. In short, we want that piece of paper that you have worked so hard for to hold significant meaning. We want to say to the world that a Hanover County graduate is life-ready!

The document has four overarching domains: 1. Empowered Learner 2. Globally Engaged Communicator 3. Resilient Individual 4. Responsible Citizen Each of these domains includes a series of gradelevel-appropriate “I can” statements, such as: “I can connect, assess, and extract relevant information,” in the empowered learner domain, or “I can use positive coping strategies to address life stressors,” in the resilient individual domain.

The totality of these statements embodies the commitment we are making to go beyond the basic curriculum to ensure the relevance of your education. Again, however, it is fair to ask, “Where does kindness fit into the domains that we now outwardly say will ensure a successful Hanover County graduate?”

The answer, quite simply, is all of them. You see, the knowledge that you have gleaned since kindergarten will empower you to make a greater impact in the world. However, when kindness and knowledge act in unison, you will make a more meaningful impact. To look at it through Roosevelt’s lens, it allows your “where you are” in life not to simply be a physical place, but rather the potential that you have for influencing those around you. Similarly, your “what you have” refers not to physical possessions, but the wisdom that you have to impart. The work you have done that led you here today, your profile as a graduate if you will, is strong and will forever change your impact potential.

As the old saying goes though, it’s not what you say, it’s how you say it. Or, perhaps more accurately, it’s not what you do, it’s how you do it. Too often, there are those who have good intentions but

In other business, the board approved a four-year contract extension for Michael Gill, superintendent of HCPS. The board extended his contract until 2023.

“It is a privilege to continue to serve this wonderful community,” Gill said.

In other matters, in order to conform to federal regulations, lunch

mistakenly believe that acts of kindness may compromise their stature or even make others question their beliefs when they show kindness to those who may be somehow different from themselves. Do not be fearful of doing what is right. I believe that those who are most secure and grounded in their own beliefs are the most willing to be kind to those who have different perspectives than their own.

Similarly, living a life of kindness does not somehow prohibit one from acknowledging the very human emotions of anger, hurt, or loneliness. Unfortunately, you will continue to experience every one of those emotions, and many more, during your life. However, kindness is the strength to persevere in a way that makes a positive impact on others, even when we are hurting inside ourselves.

And, by doing good for others, we often experience cathartic healing.

In her book, A Passion for Kindness, Hanover County teacher Tamara Letter discusses her kindness journey, as well as how tragedy and heartache brought her to a crossroads in her life. She could have remained mired in the hurt, lashed out at the world, or taken a different path. Fortunately, she chose the latter. As she explains in her own words, “That’s the beauty of kindness; it doesn’t have boundaries. It isn’t limited to race, religion, gender or location. It can be small. It can be grandiose. It’s a characteristic of the soul, a universal language of the heart. It’s a mindset you either embrace, or you don’t. It’s a choice.”

You do indeed have a choice, graduates, and I implore you today and every day that follows to choose wisely. You don’t need to undergo a ceremony, make a public profession, or post on Instagram or Snapchat in order to begin. As Mrs. Letter explains later in her book, “Kindness is being the best version of you every chance you get.” That’s it — nothing secret or out of the ordinary. The best version of you is more than adequate to make a tremendous impact in this life. Your profile as a graduate is strong. You now have tremendous powers. Use your powers for good!

Congratulations Class of 2019, I could not be more proud of you. The world awaits your impact.

Go, and make it a kinder place.

prices in Hanover County will increase next year.

Elementary school lunches will increase 5 cents to $2.95, while middle school prices will increase from $2.90 to $3. High school lunches will see a 10 cents increase from $3 to $3.10.

Adult lunch prices will be set at

$3.75, an increase of 20 cents.

Finally, next month’s school board meeting will occur on the first Tuesday of the month as opposed to the regular second Tuesday scheduling. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. on July 2.

The board is scheduled to reorganize and elect new officers at that meeting.

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CLASSIFIEDS Residential for Rent Apartment Referral Services Policy Apartment referral service companies sell lists of available apartments for rent in your area.

Please read contracts thoroughly to ensure that you understand and agree to all the terms and the cancellation policy of the contract.

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Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Board of Supervisors has set Wednesday, June 26, 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: REZONING C-5-13(c), AM. 1-19, MORSE CODE, L.L.C. Request(s) an amendment to the proffers approved with C-5-13(c), Debra L. and Kenneth D. Harper on GPINs 7788-25-7146, 7788-149733 and 7788-43-3970, consisting of approximately 14.92 acres. The property is zoned M-3(c), Heavy Industrial District with conditions, and located on the north line of Morse Code Drive (private road) at its intersection with Old Telegraph Road (State Route 661). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as BusinessIndustrial. The proposed amendment would allow the storage of boats and recreational vehicles.

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SPECIAL EXCEPTION SE-4-19, GILES FARM HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION Request(s) a Special Exception Permit in accordance with Section 26338 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit two signs larger than permitted on GPINs 7796-65-6999 and 7796-76-0009, consisting of approximately 0.20 acres, zoned RS(c), Single Family Residential District with conditions, and located at the terminus of Halifax Green Drive, approximately 1,000 feet west of its intersection with Atlee Station Road (State Route 637). (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Chickahominy 956170-01

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Copies of the above case may be reviewed in the Planning Office, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

Ashland Main Street rebrands as ‘Downtown Ashland’

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Association follows development and constituent marketing research in addition to launching new visitor-focused website Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND – Following months of brand development and constituent marketing research, Ashland Main Street Association has officially changed its name to Downtown Ashland Association, launching a new, visitor-focused website – ashlandvirginia.com.

As an accredited member of Main Street America and the Virginia Main Street program since 2013, Downtown Ashland Association works in partnership with the Town of Ashland to revitalize Ashland’s historic downtown to ensure local businesses and the community not only grow, but thrive.

“We decided to rebrand the organization to ensure that our message is clear: come enjoy Downtown Ashland!” said Maggie Longest, executive director of Downtown Ashland

Association. “We are most excited about the launch of ashlandvirginia.com as a storytelling tool to share all there is to see, do, and experience in our quaint and quirky downtown.”

With a directory of local businesses, a comprehensive events calendar, a news-style blog featuring profiles and sample trip itineraries, ashlandvirginia.com is a onestop resource that encourages visitors and residents to shop locally and enjoy this unique, historic community.

“With our new site, you’ll never miss a chance to enjoy downtown,” said Lorie Foley, Downtown Ashland Association president. “We have fabulous restaurants and shops, cycling routes, historic walking tours, turn-of-the-century rail history, sports games at Randolph-Macon [College], and shows at Ashland Theatre.

Plus, you can bring the family

to events like Train Day and Light Up the Tracks. There is so much to explore in Downtown Ashland!”

For more information about Downtown Ashland Association, visit www.ashlandvirginia.com, and follow the association on Facebook and Instagram.

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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.

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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 honoring our ancestors. The group does small and large re-enactments, living history, and has 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.trini-

Sundays 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 is http://www.mcshin. org.

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

About Downtown Ashland Association Downtown Ashland Association (formerly Ashland Main Street Association) is a community non-profit organization that works toward a vibrant future for Ashland.

Through marketing initiatives, special events, business engagement, historic preservation and more, Downtown Ashland Association contributes to the town’s vitality by deploying our time, funding, and voice on behalf of the community.

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 804-789-0536.

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NOTICE OF DELINQUENT TAXES AND JUDICIAL SALE OF REAL PROPERTY On July 30, 2019, or as soon thereafter as may be effected, actions will be commenced under the authority of Virginia Code §58.1-3965, et seq., to begin proceedings to sell the following parcels of real estate for the payment of County of Hanover delinquent real estate taxes: Property Owner(s)

Tax Map No.

Account No.

TACS No.

Christine Young

7872-91-9036

10162006

580839

Dorothy L. Lisbon

8765-31-1501

10168968

580842

Drucilla Elizabeth Wiggins

7788-25-5384

10160835

580835

Drucilla Elizabeth Wiggins

7788-25-6490

10161885

580835

James E. Bowles

8743-12-5562

10170106

580843

James E. Bowles Builder, Inc.

8724-66-4694

10183922

580844

Jeffrey Lamont Mills

8743-79-2248

10161891

580838

Kira Elizabeth Bazile

7777-59-9546

10169769

580836

Molly Beth Armentrout

7864-59-0664

10191730

396746 & 580856

Patty E. Mason

7748-95-8440

10166035

580840

Paul Calderon

8705-59-9362

10166901

580841

Virginia Investment Associates, Inc.

7797-67-3197

10193062

493789 & 580852

Properties subject to delinquent real estate taxes may be redeemed by paying all accumulated taxes, penalties, interest, costs and fees. Payments should be made payable to County of Hanover and mailed to Taxing Authority Consulting Services PC, Post Office Box 31800, Henrico, Virginia, 23294. Interested bidders and inquiries regarding the above-listed properties should be directed to TACS at (804) 5452500, taxsales@taxva.com or www.taxva.com or by mail to: John A. Rife, Esq. Re: Hanover County Delinquent RE Taxes Taxing Authority Consulting Services, PC Post Office Box 31800 Henrico, VA 23294

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