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Vol. 4 No. 48 | Richmond Suburban News | August 14, 2019
Requirements for Arrests pending in July 25 shooting residency reminder issued by HCPS ASHLAND – Parents and guardians of students in Hanover County Public Schools must report any recent change of address. Chris R. Whitley, public information officer, said, “Hanover County Public Schools
Two of the following, which must reflect the resident’s name, physical mailing address, and service address: a current bill for land-line telephone, cable, internet, satellite, water, gas/oil, or electricity service; a voter registration card;
Staff Report news@mechlocal.com SHLAND – The individuals involved in the July 25 shooting of a teenage male in the South Taylor Street Park area have been identified and criminal charges are pending. Officer Chip Watts, Public Information and Community Policing for the Ashland Police Department, said the victim contin-
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ues to recover. “Due to this incident being an ongoing investigation and the suspects’ ages, no information regarding suspect identity will be released,” Watts said. “Although there is certainly evidence of criminal activity that led up to the meeting of these teenagers, to address some community speculation, there appears to be no links to gang activity whatsoever,” said Chief Doug Goodman. “We appreciate
our partnership with the Hanover County Commonwealth’s Attorney as we continue this investigation and pursue criminal charges.” Watts also said, “The Ashland PD would like to express our gratitude to the Hanover County Sheriff’s Office and our community for their assistance in this case.” APD officers responded around 11:46
New name, same mission for Downtown Ashland group
“If a change in the bona fide legal residence occurs, it is the responsibility of the parent(s)/legal guardian(s) to notify the school immediately .” CHRIS R. WHITLEY HCPS public information officer
would like to remind you of our residency requirements and policy. If a change in the bona fide legal residence occurs, it is the responsibility of the parent(s)/ legal guardian(s) to notify the school immediately.” Parents/legal guardians should provide the schools in which their children attend three proofs of residency upon a change of address. Proof of residence includes: One of the following, which must reflect the resident’s name and physical address: a sales contract for the purchase of the residence (signed by seller and purchaser), a deed, a current mortgage statement from the lender, or a signed, current lease; and
a current automobile registration card; a W-2 tax document for the most recent tax year; a combined bill and receipt for personal property taxes paid within the current year; bank statements, medical bills, or official correspondence from a governmental agency dated within the last two months. The school division will accept only original documents for proof of residence. Copies of all documents presented for proof of residence will be retained in the student’s cumulative file as part of the student’s enrollment documentation. “Should you have any questions, please contact your school registrar,” Whitley added.
see ARRESTS, pg. 3
By Jim Ridolphi for Ashland-Hanover Local
COTU to hold cookoff to benefit Circles Ashland Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND -- Round up your friends, family, and neighbors for the third annual Circle Contributed photos the Wagons BBQ Cook-off Food and entertainment and Concert benefiting Circles will take center stage Ashland. on Aug. 24 when Center Six BBQ vendors, two of the Universe Brewing Company once again bands, celebrity judges, and sponsors a fundraiser for one great cause equals the BBQ Circles Ashland. The Circle the Wagons BBQ Cookoff throwdown of the Summer. This year, Circle the Wagons is moving to Green Top to accommodate the crowd. has been moved to Green Top
Hunt and Fish to accommodate the overwhelming amount of attendance of last year. Green Top is conveniently located across Interstate 95 from Center of the Universe Brewing Company and has plenty of parking and space. The event will take place outside and attendees are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs, pop-up tents, tables, etc., to relax and enjoy see CIRCLES, pg. 12
ASHLAND -- With a new name and improved website, Downtown Ashland Association is continuing its efforts to attract and maintain customers in Ashland’s downtown district through special events and marketing projects. Maggie Longest, Downtown Ashland Association executive director, presented town council with an update last week on the organization’s recent activities. “We are very proud of the work we’ve been able to do in 2019, and this year really tells a lot about the trajectory of our organization going forward,” Longest said as she presented fourth quarter updates for 2019. see ASHLAND, pg. 2