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Vol. 5 No. 4 | Richmond Suburban News | October 9, 2019

Ashland Theatre welcomes new leadership; Cathy Buckenmaier named general manager Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND -- Cathy Buckenmaier will assume the position of general manager of the Ashland Theatre, according to an announcement from the Board of Directors of the Ashland Theatre Foundation.

“Cathy has been with us since we opened in December,” said Clark Mercer, the foundation’s board president. “As operations manager, she has played an important role in all

decisionmaking and shares the board’s vision for the theatre being BUCKENMAIER both an entertainment venue, as well as an economic driver for the community.”

Liz Bryant, a Richmond-

based business etiquette consultant who grew up in Asland, PERSON has served as interim executive director since June.

“When our previous direc-

tor moved to Florida, Liz offered to step in for the summer to LATIMER give the board time to assess the foundation’s priorities and what we see THEATRE, pg. 7

County citizens encouraged to seek office

By Jim Ridolphi for Ashland-Hanover Local ASHLAND — Contrary to the nature of the current political atmosphere nationally, a less competitive situation exists

on Ashland Town Council.

Current council members have consistently delivered a message of inclusion, especially when it comes to elected positions in the town.

“It’s not the typical compe-

tition that you see portrayed on the news,” Town Manager Joshua Farrar said. “Everyone here is just serving and they would be happy to have people serve along with them.”

The effort to encourage cit-

izens to run for council or seek other public service positions continued at last week’s regular meeting.

On Tuesday, Oct. 1, Farrar see OFFICE, pg. 16

All schools get full accreditation ASHLAND – Hanover in English (reading and writCounty Public Schools (HCPS) ing), math, history, and science, has achieved full accreditation as well as met or exceeded the by the Virginia Department state average on 28 out of 29 of Education (VDOE) based SOL tests.

Hanover’s stuupon results durdent performance ing the 2018-2019 continues to rank school year. This highly in the state in the first year that all five subject areas. school divisions have For the fourth year been solely assessed in a row, students under the newly earned the highest revised and more pass rate in math rigorous Standards of among the 15 largest Accreditation estabschool divisions in lished by the Virginia the Commonwealth.

Board of Education.

GILL Other highlights HCPS is one of the include: largest school divisions Black and white students’ in the Commonwealth to experience this level of success at all overall pass rates exceeded state pass rates in all five subject areas. of its schools.

Students with disabilities’ Students exceeded all of the Standards of Learning (SOL) overall pass rates exceeded state benchmarks set by the VDOE see SCHOOLS, pg. 4

Passenger Rail Month being observed with $10 tickets Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com RICHMOND -- The Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT) has designated October as Passenger Rail Month in Virginia.

The Commonwealth began preserving and expanding intercity passenger rail in Virginia a decade ago with the inau-

gural run of the daily Amtrak Northeast Regional service between Lynchburg and Washington, D.C. Since 2009, DRPT has grown Amtrak’s services in Virginia from one to four routes, which includes six daily roundtrip trains, with average annual ridership exceeding 850,000.

To kick off the 10th anniversary of Virginia-sponsored passenger rail, DRPT and Amtrak are offering a limited amount

of $10 tickets for travel between Oct. 1 and 10. Over 10,000 tickets have already been booked for the 10-day celebratory deal since the promotion was first announced. One-way tickets can still be purchased until Oct. 10, subject to availability, on any Amtrak Northeast Regional train within Virginia and Washington, File photo D.C., using code V110 at check out.

An Amtrak train rolls through the Town of Ashland. The see RAIL, pg. 8

Commonwealth of Virginia is celebrating Passenger Rail Month.

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ASHLAND – The Hanover Humane Society and Friends of Hanover Dog Parks are joining with the Center of the Universe Brewing Company for the sixth annual “Growl-O-Week�

Dog Halloween Fest at 11293 Air Park Rd. in the Ashland Airpark.

The event is being presented free to the public and runs from 2 to 5 p.m. On-site parking will be available.

Dress up your favorite canine in their Halloween costume and enjoy an afternoon with various dog-related activi-

ties and contests (Best Trick Contest, Howling Contest, etc.)

Listen to live entertainment

will benefit the Hanover Humane Society and Friends of Hanover Dog Parks.

while you bid on silent auction items and enjoy food and golden beverages!

While cash is preferred, all major credit cards will be accepted.

All proceeds for this event

For more information, contact COTU (info@cotubrewing.com) at 804-368-0299, the Hanover Humane Society (info@hanoverhumanesociety. org), or Friends of Hanover Dog Parks (FriendsofHDP@

gmail.com) ----The Hanover Humane Society is a 501(c)(3) non-profit entity located in Ashland.

The Hanover Humane Society provides animal adoption, education, and prevention services for residents in Hanover County and the surrounding counties.

Friends of Hanover Dog Parks is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that promotes the health and welfare of companion animals and works in close cooperation with Hanover County to support and create off-leash dog parks.

Local NSDAR chapter celebrating Senior Day of Service on Friday, Oct. 11 Law Day set Oct. 29

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As a child of the Baby Boom Generation, I learned to read with Dick and Jane, knew that penmanship counted, and my research tool was the good old encyclopedia.

Technology back then was a typing class taught on a manual typewriter.

How different school is today! While I sometimes still feel like an immigrant in a strange world, students today are natives to this digital age. Technology affects every aspect of life. It aids students in learning at their own pace and style, while fostering creativity, and promoting independence.

Technology has enhanced the way students learn, has aided in student knowledge retention, and engages students with the world.

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Photo submitted by Lee Lythgoe

The Scotchtown Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution will observe its Day of Service on Friday, Oct. 11. This year, members will be honoring Technology Services for Hanover County Public Schools. Shown preparing goody baskets for the department are, from left, Susan Leachman, Melanie Rubeck and Nancy Jett

of the American Revolution, would like to recognize the staff of Technology Services of Hanover County Public Schools for everything they do on a daily basis to provide our youth with the skills necessary to succeed in this rapidly changing digital age.

As technology careers become in greater demand, technology has become a necessity for success. How far will technology go in the future? The possibilities are endless.

Lee Lythgoe is Community Classroom chair for the Scotchtown Chapter of the NSDAR.

HANOVER -- The Hanover Council on Aging is partnering with Senior Connections and Williams Mullen to provide free preparation of Wills, Powers of Attorney and Advanced Directives for persons over 55 or those with a disability.

Individuals or couples must meet low-income guidelines (one-person household: $2,792/month or less; two-person household: $3,782/month or less).

Appointments are limited to 16 persons. All participants must complete and submit preliminary documents to Senior Connections in order for paperwork to be prepared prior to the event date on Oct. 29. Participants see SENIOR, pg. 7

We Have It All

SHERIFF’S REPORTS | Crime, Accidents, Fire & Rescue block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/Cold Harbor Road, Mechanicsville.

Sept. 6

Failure to stop for school bus flashing lights was reported in the 10000 block of Chamberlayne Road/Rural Point Road, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 89 block of Interstate 95 South, Ashland.

Simple assault was reported in the 7500 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Petit larceny, $500 not from a person, was reported in the 10000 block of Kings Dominion Boulevard, Doswell.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 10300 block of Old Keeton Road, Ashland.

Possession of marijuana, subsequent offense, was reported in the 8000

Sept. 7

Petit larceny, $500 not from a person, was reported in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

Passing a stopped school bus loading or unloading was reported in the 13100 block of Waltons Tavern Road, Montpelier.

Possession of Schedule I and II controlled substance was reported in the 11400 block of Washington Highway/North Lakeridge Parkway, Ashland.

Larceny or theft, third or subsequent offense, was reported in the 9500 block of Kings Charter Drive, Ashland.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 16000 block of

Mountain Road, Montpelier.

Theme Park Way, Doswell.

Grand larceny, $500 or more not from a person, was reported in the 11500 block of Hanover Courthouse Road, Hanover.

Profane and threatening language over a public airway was reported in the 7000 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

DWI, first offense, was reported in the 8500 block of Chamberlayne Road/Henrico County, Mechanicsville.

Sept. 8

Possession of marijuana, subsequent offense, was reported in the 10300 block of Kestrel Drive, Ashland.

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $250, in the 16200 block of

Pets of the week Photo submitted by Andrew Hodnett

The Hanover County Pound, located at 12471 Taylor Complex Lane in Ashland, has wonderful pets available to a good home. Joe, 557470, is 2-yearold (estimated) male neutered ptitbull. He has had his first set of vaccines and is Heartworm test negative. Joe is a sweet man who has been in the shelter for almost three months now. He came to the shelter as a stray. Joe has many friendly qualities that are desirable in a dog. He loves to be around people. Joe also is really good on a leash. He is getting good at learning commands. Joe should be suitable for any household. Diva, 561227, is a 1-year-old female spayed domestic short-haired feline. She has had her first set of vaccines and is FELV/FIV test negative. Diva is a very nice cat. The shelter doesn’t have much previous history on her but one thing is obvious, she was someone’s cat. Diva is well litter-trained and tidy. She is not overly active, but she loves human attention. She has a constant purr motor. Diva will probably do best in an indoor living environment. For more information on these great pets, as well as the many more still in need of homes at the Hanover County Pound Facility, call 804-365-6485 during the day. The hours are 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday. The facility is closed on Sunday and county holidays. You also can visit the website to see other animals available for adoption at http://hanovercounty. gov/Animals/Adopt-a-Pet/.

DWI, first offense, was reported in the 8300 block of Peaks Road/Colefield Drive, Hanover.

Breaking and entering at night with the intent to commit a felony was reported in the 11300 block of Washington Highway, Ashland.

Simple assault was reported in the 7100 block of Flag Lane, Mechanicsville.

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Simple assault was reported in the 8300 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

Simple assault was reported in the 7200 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 9200 block of Shannon Road, Mechanicsville.

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Nominations being accepted for R.E.B. Awards for Distinguished Educational Leadership A SH L A N D – Nominations are now being accepted for the R.E.B. Awards for Distinguished Educational Leadership.

Students, parents, colleagues, school personnel and administrators, and community members may nominate an outstanding principal by visiting http://bit.ly/REB_ Awards_Leadership.

The deadline is 5 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 7.

The R.E.B. Awards for

Distinguished Educational Leadership will recognize four public school principals, one each from the counties of Chesterfield, Hanover, Henrico, and the City of Richmond. Each winner will receive a $15,000 grant – a $7,500 unrestricted cash grant to the principal and $7,500 to be used for schoolbased initiatives of the recipient’s choosing.

Nominees must have served as a principal of his/

her school for at least three years.

Additionally, they must: Manage effectively to promote excellence in education.

Demonstrate leadership and exemplify commitment.

Inspire their students and are advocates for their school and their faculty.

Encourage team spirit.

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Maintain dialogue with students, parents, faculty, and staff.

The program was developed by The Community Foundation and is funded by the R.E.B. Foundation.

Since 2004, the program has awarded a total of $900,000 to 60 public school principals.

Information submitted by Chris R. Whitley, Hanover County Public Schools public information officer.

Solid waste convenience center taking mattresses HANOVER -To increase efficiency to customers, as of Sept. 15, citizens bringing mattresses to Hanover County’s Solid Waste Convenience Centers are being asked to fold them length-wise.

This requirement applies to any mattress that is larger than a twin size.

Folding your mattresses will increase the speed at which they can be compacted and reduce wait times If the mattress cannot be folded in such a way for any reason, you are asked to take it to the Courthouse Solid Waste Convenience Center for disposal.

For more information, call the Department of Public Works at 804-3656181.

Information submitted

by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.

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pass rates in reading, math, history, and science.

Hispanic students’ overall pass rates exceeded state pass rates in reading, writing, math, and science.

Dr. Michael B. Gill, superintendent of schools, said, “I am proud of our students’ continued hard work and high achievement. Our teachers, faculty, and staff are true professionals who work tirelessly to establish authentic relationships and build trust with every student, and I am grateful for their dedication.

I am also thankful for the strong and unwavering support of our families, school board, and community partners who are essential to our longstanding success.

As always, we remain committed to meeting the unique academic and socio-emotional needs of all learners to help ensure they maximize their potential and further close achievement gaps.”

The revised and more rigorous Standards of Accreditation now include multiple school quality indicators as opposed to solely measuring overall student achievement on SOL tests, making it more challenging for schools to achieve full accreditation. This is intended to provide a more comprehensive assessment of a school’s performance to encourage continuous improvement and close achievement gaps.

The new school quality indicators more closely evaluate achievement disparities among student groups; student absenteeism; overall proficiency and growth in English and math; the progress of English learners towards English-language proficiency; college, career, and civic readiness; graduation and completion; dropout rate; and, more.

Performance on each school quality indicator is rated at one of three levels, as follows: Level One — Meets or exceeds standard or sufficient improvement.

Level Two — Near standard or making sufficient improvement.

Level Three — Below standard.

Schools earn one of three accreditation ratings based upon their performance in these areas, as follows: Accredited—Schools with all school quality indicators at either Level One or Level Two. Accredited with Conditions—Schools with one or more school quality indicators at Level Three.

Accreditation Denied— Schools that fail to adopt or fully implement required corrective actions to address Level Three school-quality indicators.

“While we welcome the increased rigor of the new state accreditation standards, we are cognizant that test scores captured at a single moment in time do not define the success or worth of a student, teacher, school, or division. We will continue to support and advocate for further revisions to the accreditation criteria that are practical and consistent with our sustained focus on relevance, equity, and innovation. Above all, our primary goal is to provide our students with exceptional learning experiences that will help to ensure they are well-rounded, life-ready, and productive citizens,” said Dr. Gill.

To learn more about the Standards of Accreditation, visit the VDOE website at http:// www.doe.virginia.gov/boe/ accreditation/2017-schoolaccred.shtml.

To view Virginia School Quality Profiles by school or division, visit http://schoolquality.virginia.gov/.

The VDOE will soon release graduation and dropout rates.

Again this year, HCPS expects to far exceed the graduation benchmark at all four high schools, as well as maintain one of the lowest dropout rates in Virginia.

Information submitted by Chris R. Whitley, Hanover County Public Schools public information officer.

HANOVER — Absentee ballots for the for In-Person Absentee voting.

Saturday, Nov. 2, will be the last day you 2019 General Election are now available.

If you qualify to vote by absentee, you can vote In-person absentee.

Wednesday, Oct. 30, is the final day you can obtain your ballot from the Voter can request an absentee ballot by Registration and Elections Office in mail. the Wickham Building at Hanover Monday, Nov. 4, at 2 p.m. is Courthouse from 8:30 a.m. to 5 the cutoff for voting an emergencyp.m. Monday through Friday in only absentee ballot in the Voter addition to Oct. 26 and Nov. 2 from Registration and Elections Office.

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When going to the polls on Nov. Tuesday, Oct. 15, is the dead5, be sure to bring a photo ID. line to register or make changes to You can register to vote, update your voter registration in time for your information and request an the Nov. 5 General Election. Check Absentee Ballot online at www.vote. your voter registration to make sure SMITHSON virginia.gov. it is correct.

Information submitted by Tom The Voter Registration and Elections Office will have special Saturday Harris, Hanover Coumty public information hours on Oct. 26 and Nov. 2 (8 a.m. to 4 p.m.) officer.

All open air burning prohibited in county due to current weather HANOVER -- Hanover Fire-EMS recently has responded to an increased number of brush fires where the severity was made worse by current weather conditions.

Battalion Chief Gregory Martin, who serves as public information officer for Chief Jethro Piland, said, “It has been determined that drought conditions exist and

that forest lands, brush lands and fields have become so dry or parched it has created an extraordinary fire hazard throughout the county, therefore the county administrator has declared that all open burning is prohibited countywide.� “Following this declaration,� he continued, “it shall be unlawful for any person to burn brush, grass, leaves,

Ashland Museum events Friday, Oct. 11, and Sunday, Oct. 20 Ashland Museum will lead two guided walking tours of historic Woodland Cemetery. Friday's tour will highlight the Randolph-Macon College history and stories at Woodland. Sunday’s tour will highlight Ashland history and stories. For details and registration, go to ashlandmuseum.org.

Wednesday, Oct. 16 Ashland Museum presents History Talks: Lynda Wright, R-MC associate professor and head of Technical Services in the McGraw-Page Library, will discuss “Desegregating Randolph-Macon College:

es on funding planning, operations, equipment acquisitions, trainings, exercises, construction and renovation efforts at the local government level. “Delivering core capabilities requires the combined efforts of the whole community, rather than the exclusive effort of any single organization or level of government,� said State Coordinator Jeff Stern. “The grant program supports efforts across the Commonwealth to

Ashland Museum presents History Talks: Rosanne Shalf and Lorie Foley will discuss the history, architecture and families of some of Ashland’s historic homes at 7 p.m. at the Ashland Library. The program is free of charge and open to the public.

Saturday, Nov. 23 Ashland Museum will lead a guided walking tour of Richmond’s Trail of Enslaved Africans. For details and registration, go to ashlandmuseum.org.

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Remember, a fire can start from something as simple as the improper disposal of a cigarette, the burning of brush in a back yard or a camp fire.

build and sustain core capabilities across key mission areas including prevention, protection, mitigation, response and recovery. Federal grant funding is essential in supporting local emergency management programs.�

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OPINION

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| News, & Listings Wednesday, Oct. 9

From the managing editor

Newspapers impacted life before career started

By Melody Kinser Managing Editor ewspapers have always been a significant part of my family’s home. Growing up, we received morning and afternoon editions. I was more inclined to peruse the hometown publication, which is where my 45-year career got its start.

The kitchen table was our version of discussing current affairs through whatever meal was being served by mom.

My parents were avid news junkies and kept the conversation going from the hard news like President Richard Nixon’s resignation during the Watergate Scandal or the local cat named Midnight that could “talk.” (I witnessed that interview -- all I heard was “meow.”)

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The point here is that newspapers are an important part of our everyday lives. You’ll get the entire story of a governmental meeting, what’s happening in your child’s school, your neighbors celebrating a milestone wedding anniversary, and who scored the most points in one of many sports played throughout the county.

We are celebrating National Newspaper Week, which means the focus turns to you, the reader and advertiser. How we work in this industry is always with our communities in mind.

And, often, we are your neighbors. We enjoy getting to know you and that special feeling when you call or email with a tone that makes you seem like a long-time friend.

We share our voice and opinions and welcome yours. Our goal is always to provide you with the

news and sports that you want.

The value of newspapers has been part of my life since I started reading. Conversations about articles through the years bring back memories of lively debates and thought-provoking moments.

Being employed by newspapers has brought many rewards, especially getting to know you.

As we observe the 79th annual National Newspaper Week, with a theme of “Think F1rst -- Know Your 5 Freedoms,” we can’t emphasize enough how important your role is in our continued successes.

I am thankful for a dedicated staff and supportive supervisors. We’re literally on the same page when it comes to what we’re doing at Richmond Suburban News.

To wrap up, I ask that you just keep reading.

Riding the rail losing integral part in the dining car

By Jim Ridolphi Contributing Columnist Is the Amtrak dining car headed for the same fate as plastic drinking straws — a form of social extinction prompted by societal changes in attitude?

In an effort to save more than $2 million annually, Amtrak recently announced a plan that will phase out the dining car and freshly prepared meals on many of its trains.

Many contend the soothing nature of the dining car was the last symbol of train travel when it provided a unique, exotic experience. Others contend those romantic memories have been just that for many years, citing bad service and mediocre food on the once Five Star eateries.

My earliest memories of train travel are centered on trips to the dining car. It was a respite from the monotony of the clicking tracks

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and scenery that too soon became uniform.

Back then, the dining car was no place to fool around. I remember my mother washing our faces and straightening our clothes in preparation for our trip to the dining car.

Starched white tablecloths and napkins indicated a sense of quality and class, and the food, as I remember it, was good.

But, there’s always been more to the dining car than just the food

or individual attention. Due to its limited seating, guests were often seated with customers who they didn’t know. For some it was an awkward experience, but, for many, it was a chance to meet new people and share experiences.

It was all part of a menagerie of experiences that made train travel popular and often the preferred option for travelers seeking options to air travel. see FEELING, pg. 8

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The Ashland Planning Commission will meet at 7 p.m. at Ashland Town Hall at 101 Thompson St. in Ashland.

Thursday, Oct. 10 The Town of Ashland Parks and Recreation Committee will meet at 6 p.m. at Ashland Town Hall at 101 Thompson St. in Ashland.

Friday, Oct. 11, and Sunday, Oct. 20 Ashland Museum will lead two guided walking tours of historic Woodland Cemetery. Friday's tour will highlight the RandolphMacon College history and stories at Woodland. Sunday’s tour will highlight Ashland history and stories.

For details and registration, go to ashlandmuseum.org.

Saturday, Oct. 12 An All-You-Can-Eat Salt Fish Breakfast, hosted by the Independence Ruritan Club, will be held from 6:45 to 8:45 a.m. at the Ruritan Club Community House behind Independence Christian Church at 14033 Independence Rd. (off U.S. 54, west of Ashland). The breakfast will benefit the Hanover Christmas Mother. Breakfast includes: salt herring fillets, scrambled eggs, bacon, spiced apples, cornbread, grits, coffee and orange juice.

The cost is $9 for adults. For more information, call 804-798-6579.

Wednesday, Oct. 16 Ashland Museum presents History Talks: Lynda Wright, R-MC associate professor and head of Technical Services in the McGraw-Page Library, will discuss “Desegregating Randolph-Macon College: Research through Oral History” at 7 p.m. at the Ashland Library. The program is free of charge and open to the public. see CALENDAR, pg. 7

Local man wins two-day T-H Marine Bass Fishing tourney Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com

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ENRICO – Boater Bryan Elrod of Mechanicsville recently brought a twoday total of 10 bass to the scale weighing 29 pounds, 7 ounces, to win the two-day T-H Marine FLW Bass Fishing League (BFL) Shenandoah Division super-tournament on the James River. Elrod earned $3,542 for his efforts.

Stephen Miller, also from Mechanicsville, placed 10th in the tournament came in with five bass, 11-7.

Ashland resident Dillon Reid placed 9th in the co-anglers category with two bass, 6-4.

“I started each morning making the 45-minute run down to Chickahominy Creek, then I’d work my way back up with the low tide,” said Elrod, who earned his fifth career BFL victory – third this season. “I was flipping a green-pumpkin Zoom Brush Hog and throwing a 4- to 6-foot diving crankbait around wood. I probably caught around 7 or 8 keepers each day.”

Elrod said that of the 10 fish that he brought to the scale, five came on the Brush Hog and five came on the unnamed crankbait.

“I was just rotating the baits, throwing them in the same areas,” Elrod said.

“I think there were two keys to my victory. One was my Evinrude outboard.

I made a long run on both days and it ran efficiently and flawlessly – a huge weight off of your shoulders when we’re on the water. I also think that my local knowledge of the river was key. With the tides, you have to be in the right area at the right time and I knew what I was looking for.”

Complete results can be found at FLWFishing.com.

The top 45 boaters and co-anglers in the region based on point standings, along with the five winners in each qualifying event, will be entered in the Oct. 3-5 BFL Regional Championship on Lake Hartwell in Seneca, South

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needed in our next staff leader,” Mercer said. “As it turns out, the best person was already with us.

We’re delighted to see Cathy take on this expanded role and thank Liz for her contributions to the process.”

In addition to Buckenmaier's promotion, staff member Lamar Person will be promoted to technical and facilities director and Maggie Latimer will assume the position of communications manager. All promotions were effective Oct, 1.

----The historic Ashland Theatre, built in 1948, is an art deco style, 260-seat entertainment venue. The Ashland Theatre Foundation’s mission is to reinvent the classic American movie house experience through exceptional film, live performances and live music. As a not-for-profit organization, the Submitted photo Foundation will deliver a deeper Bryan Elrod of Mechanicsville recently won the two-day T-H Marine FLW Bass Fishing level of engagement through League (BFL) Shenandoah Division super-tournament on the James River, with a total speakers, panels, talkbacks and of 10 bass to the scale weighing 29 pounds and 7 ounces. events that entertain, educate, the T-H Marine FLW Bass Fishing inspire and are welcoming to all.

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Boaters will compete for a top award League on FLW’s social media outof a Ranger Z518L with a 200-horse- lets at Facebook, Twitter, Instagram power outboard and $20,000, while co- and YouTube.

Continued from pg. 6 anglers will fish for a new Ranger Z518L Thursday, Oct. 17 with a 200-horsepower outboard.

Ashland Economic About FLW The 2019 BFL is a 24-division circuit Development Authority will FLW is the world’s largest tourna- meet at 6:30 p.m. at Ashland devoted to weekend anglers, with 128 tournaments throughout the season, five ment-fishing organization, providing Town Hall at 101 Thompson St. anglers of all skill levels the opportuqualifying events in each division.

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Virginia Master Naturalists to host sessions for prospective volunteers

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AutumnFest, the signature community event of the Hanover Tavern Foundation, will be held on Oct. 19.

Tavern’s signature event scheduled for Oct. 19 Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com HANOVER -- The fall season will kick off on Saturday, Oct. 19, with the 4th annual Hanover AutumnFest presented by Anton Paar.

AutumnFest is Hanover Tavern Foundation’s signature community event of the year.

The Tavern grounds become the backdrop for a day of food, family fun, and live music from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The event features onsite, smoked pork, turkey, and beef brisket, Brunswick stew, side dishes, and fresh pies from Hanover Tavern's

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restaurant.

In addition, there is local craft beer and wine, live music by Nick Faulconer and The Anvil Brothers, as well as games and activities for the kids.

Children’s activities include pumpkin decorating, petting zoo, hay slide, face painting, scavenger hunt, magic show, and kids' crafts.

Admission is free and open to the public.

Proceeds from this event benefit Hanover Tavern Foundation with a mission is to preserve, interpret, and utilize Historic Hanover Tavern as an historic, educational, community, and cultural resource center for the enjoyment of all.

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Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com RICHMOND – The Riverine Chapter of the Virginia Master Naturalist Program will host two Information Sessions in October for prospective volunteers.

Adults who are interested in conserving and managing Virginia’s natural resources can learn about training and volunteer opportunities on either Wednesday, Oct. 9, at Ashland Branch Library or Thursday, Oct. 17, at Henrico’s North Park Branch Library.

Both events are 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Attendees can meet active Master Naturalists, see examples of volunteer projects, and ask questions.

Virginia Master Naturalists are volunteer educators, citizen scientists, and environmental stewards helping Virginia conserve and manage natural resources and public lands.

The Riverine Chapter is one of 30 chapters in Virginia and serves the greater Richmond area.

The chapter’s yearly training course for volunteers will start Thursday, Jan. 9, 2020.

Classes run from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. and contin-

FEELING Continued from pg. 6

The mystery of that era is hard to find when you board an Amtrak train these days.

I suppose train travel has become more of just a travel option than an anticipated journey.

According to Amtrak officials, that personal interaction and those chance personal encounters with strangers prompted officials to make the move beginning this fall.

One explained that millennials don’t like the idea of sitting with people with whom they are unacquainted, and are more comfortable with pre-packaged meals served in their berths.

If that’s true, it’s sad.

But, I believe there are a majority of millennials who, given the choice, would still opt for the dining car, espe-

ue every Thursday for 14 weeks in the Henrico County Government Complex. Cost is $100.

The training course is the first step in becoming a Virginia Master Naturalist Volunteer. It includes presentations in subjects such as ecology, geology, aquatic systems, botany, entomology, mammals, and ornithology. In addition, field trips are conducted.

Applications are available on the Riverine website www.riverinemn.org and are due by Nov. 15.

For more information, visit the chapter website www.riverinemn.org and the state website www.virginiamasternaturalist.org or contact Emily at riverinechapter@verizon.net.

The Virginia Master Naturalist Program is jointly sponsored by the following Virginia organizations: Cooperative Extension; Museum of Natural History; Institute of Marine Science Center for Coastal Resources Management; and the Departments of Conservation & Recreation, Environmental Quality, Forestry, and Game and Inland Fisheries. The program is based in the Department of Forest Resources and Environmental Conservation at Virginia Tech.

cially those who have suffered through a pre-packaged sandwich in the club car.

And that theory that millennials are uncomfortable interacting with strangers also is questionable in my mind.

Sure, it’s true we live in a world of conveniences that don’t enhance personal interaction. We have our groceries delivered to our doors followed by take-out served up by a delivery driver, and buying clothes at the department store is the exception, not the rule.

The new dining car policy follows that line of thinking and officials say customers welcome the flexibility of extended ordering hours and room service versus the often long waits and limited selections in the dining car.

Trips that require overnight travel for one night will be the first routes affected by

the changes, and an Asian noodle bowl will replace steaks cooked to order.

Understanding the immense pressure on rail travel, and its record of unprofitable operation for decades, it’s hard to criticize them for attempting to save money by eliminating kitchens and staff aboard the trains.

But, I think they might be underestimating the potential backlash created by the changes, and they might be surprised to learn that the dining car is a part of Americana that travelers are not anxious to surrender.

If the changes don’t work, and Amtrak revives meal service served by wait staff, you can be assured the fault will be placed firmly at the feet of the group that caused the problem: those doggone millennials.

RAIL Continued from pg. 1

DRPT and Amtrak partner to provide intercity passenger rail service throughout Virginia. Customers can take advantage of same-seat service on six daily Amtrak Northeast Regional trains to and from 18 stations, including Newport News, Norfolk, Richmond, Lynchburg, and Roanoke, connecting to Washington, D.C., Baltimore, Philadelphia, New York City, and other cities in the Northeast.

Virginia also has financially supported exclusive discounts on Amtrak travel throughout Virginia and Washington, D.C., introducing the Virginia Anytime Fare (15% off) and the Virginia Student Fare (25% off for ages 13 to 25 with valid student ID).

In-state travelers also can enjoy other select discounts supported by DRPT, including ShareFares, which allow travelers a savings of up to 45% on tickets when traveling with up to five companions, and the Saturday BOGO Sale, which offers customers one free adult ticket with the purchase of one adult ticket for Saturday travel on the Amtrak Northeast Regional service.

For more information on the terms and conditions of all Amtrak discounts available to Virginia travelers, and to book online, visit: www.amtrak. com/virginia.

Discount codes include: $10 Fare – V110.

15% off Virginia Anytime Fare – V552.

Virginia Student Fare – V449.

ShareFares – V291.

Saturday BOGO Sale – C222.

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Prep football: Varina at Patrick Henry 7:00 p.m.

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College football: Shenandoah at Randolph-Macon 1:00 p.m.

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Patriots take early lead, hold off Raiders

By Dan Fritz For the Times-Dispatch MECHANICSVILLE – The Patrick Henry offensive line took control of the line of scrimmage and allowed quarterback Alex Sikkar to have a big night as he amassed 147 yards rushing – with three touchdowns – and 141 yards passing against the Raider defense as the Patriots knocked off county rival Atlee 32-23.

“We were able to fix the little things this week in practice, and it showed by us executing at key times” said Patrick Henry head coach Ken Wakefield. “The biggest thing was we were able to finish drives.”

That was certainly the case.

The Patriots found the end zone on their first five possessions. Meanwhile, the defense for Patrick Henry was able to contain Atlee quarterback Tyler Warren for most of the night.

After an opening-drive touchdown by the Patriots on a Sikkar 11-yard run, the Raiders answered just nine seconds later.

Warren went to the play action and found a speedy Alex Oliver for a quick 53-yard strike. After the extra point, Atlee took its only lead of the game 7-6 early in the first quarter.

Patrick Henry countered with a steady dose of Tyler Newell and Samandre Williams on the ground and a balanced passing attack from Sikkar. A

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Rachel Witham for The Local

Patrick Henry’s Antonio Ford (5) leaps above and away from Atlee pursuers in the Patriots’ 32-23 victory over the Raiders Friday.

17-yard strike to Zeik Williams set the Patriots up just outside the goal line. A Williams 2-yard run finished the drive and allowed the Patriots to regain the lead.

In a game that featured no punts by either side, Sikkar

would extend his team’s lead to 18-10 on a 24-yard scamper halfway through the second quarter.

A big kickoff return by Alex Oliver started the Raiders’ next possession near midfield. A long run by Caleb Warren set

the offense up with a prime scoring opportunity. On a thirdand-goal from just outside the 10-yard line, Tyler Warren eluded the pass rush, but was forced outside the pocket. He rolled to his left, then threw back across the field on a pass

that was intercepted by Jayden Mines at the goal line.

With not much time to work with, the Patriots looked to deliver a huge blow to the Raiders just before halftime.

GREENSBORO, N.C. – On the first crisp, overcast Saturday of this football season, the Randolph-Macon Yellow Jackets won their fourth consecutive game, defeating Old Dominion Athletic Conference rival Guilford 34-21. Their performance was far from crisp, and the outlook for the second half of their regular season is certainly cloudy.

When asked what went right for his team in the victory, Yellow Jackets head coach Pedro Arruza paused and thought for a moment.

“We won. That’s a positive,” Arruza said. “I thought that was a very underwhelming performance.”

While there were outstanding individual perforsee R-MC, pg. 12

see PATRIOTS, pg. 11

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Confederates recover, overcome Hanover

By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor MECHANICSVILLE – Hanover drew first blood in the battle between the county’s two 0-4 football teams Friday night, with two quick touchdowns at the beginning of the second quarter lifting the Hawks to a 14-0 lead.

Unfortunately for Hanover, visiting Lee-Davis was determined it would not fall apart, and the Confederates regained their composure, overtaking the Hawks and scoring the games last two touchdowns en route to a 35-24 victory.

The comeback was indicative of the effort the Confederates have put in all season, even if the results had not been reflected in the win column.

“I told our team just now, an 0 and 4 team could have very well packed it in,” said LeeDavis head football coach Ryan Turnage. “We fought and got our way back. We answered from then on out. We found some things on offense … we found some things we could do – and that’s what we did.

“Our kids played hard.

They’ve been playing hard all year. Tonight, we finally executed a little bit. And we got guys healthy. That’s big.”

Lee-Davis quarterback Mike Joyce provided much of the spark igniting the Confederates’ recovery, rushing 13 times for 172 yards and two touchdowns and completing 7-of-9 passes for 45 yards and another touchdown.

Lavell Williams did his share for the Confederate win, too, carrying the ball nine times for 99 yards and two touchdowns.

Chase Stattelman had nine carries for 52 yards.

After a largely ineffectual first quarter, Hanover started

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on their 35-yard line after a Hanover illegal procedure penalty on the kickoff, the Confederates rode the backs of Joyce, Stattelman and Williams – who ended the drive with a 40-yard touchdown run – and a Thomas Richman point-after to close the gap to 14-7 with 8:47 left in the half.

An ensuing stop deep in Hanover territory gave the Confederates excellent field position on their next drive.

Starting at the Hawk 26, LeeDavis needed just five plays to score on a 12-yard pass from Joyce to Dallas Hairfield with 4:24 remaining in the half.

The Hawks were undaunted, however. After the ensuing kickoff return and a Lee-Davis personal foul put Hanover at the Confederate 28, the Hawks took just three plays to regain the lead on a 20 yard pass from Huesman to Elrod. Samardge again provided the extra point to make it 21-14 Hanover with 3:22 before intermission.

Lee-Davis refused to coast toward the break. After a kickoff return to their 45, they took 10 plays and a little less than three minutes to score on a 4-yard run by Joyce. The Confederates were ready to settle for a tie with Joel Klein for The Local an extra point by Richman, but Above, Lee-Davis running a Hanover offside penalty on back Lavell Williams (1) the conversion attempt gave eludes Hanover linebacker James Kinney en route to Lee-Davis another chance, and compiling a 99-yard, twoinstead of another kick, they tounchdown performance went for the run. Hairfield took in the Confederates’ 35-24 the snap and ran toward the victory over host Hanover right corner to make it 22-21.

Friday night. Left, Lee-Davis quarterback Mike Joyce (10) Hanover took the lead one breaks free for an 81-yard more time, driving 70 yard on touchdown scamper that gave the opening drive of the secthe Confederates the lead for ond half but stalling at the Leegood.

Davis 16. The Hawks turned returned it 72 yards. Placekicker to Samardge, who successfully Ethan Samardge converted on converted the 33-yard field goal both touchdowns to make it attempt to give the hosts a 24-22 lead. sustained drive late in the pass from quarterback Levi Sixteen seconds later, Hawk 14-0 with 11:36 left.

But Lee-Davis wasted litquarter and capped it early Huesman to Cole Elrod with defensive back Jackson Currie in the second with a 20-yard 11:52 remaining in the half. intercepted a Joyce pass and tle time responding. Starting see OVERCOME, pg. 11

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Lee-Davis dominates Patrick Henry; Raiders win

By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor

Dave Lawrence/The Local

Lee-Davis’ Carsyn Poppa (left) winds up for a shot in the Confederates’ 5-1 victory over visiting Patrick Henry on Sept. 30.

OVERCOME Continued from pg. 10

From then on, however, the Confederates took over, finding ways to shut down the Huesman-Elrod express that had worked so well for Hanover in the first half and making few mistakes of their own. On their next drive, Joyce broke free for an 81-yard touchdown scamper

PATRIOTS Continued from pg. 9

After a holding penalty set Patrick Henry back, Sikkar found Mines beyond the Atlee secondary for a 75-yard score in the final seconds of the half, giving the Patriots a 14-point lead going into the locker room.

“We went to a spread look and I didn’t think the safety saw [Mines]” Sikkar said. “I gave

to go up 28-24.

Lee-Davis added an insurance touchdown in the fourth quarter on a 37-yard run by Williams. Richman successfully converted on both point-after attempts to make it 35-24.

Hanover was led by Huesman, who was 19-of-25 for 160 yards and two touchdowns – both to Elrod, who finished with two catches for 94 yards.

Ben Chadwick had a 24-yard

reception for the Hawks.

“The boys fought hard. This is going to sting,” said Hanover head coach Dave Butler. “It’s not necessarily a bad thing. We’re a young team. We’re learning, and we’ve got to learn how to win.”

Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com.

a quick look off and just let it go. I knew right where he was going to be.”

The score seemed to swing all the momentum in the direction of the Patriots. The Raiders did show resiliency to start the second half. A 16-yard pass from Warren to Carter Nash, coupled with a roughing the passer call brought Atlee to the fringe of the red zone. The next play, Warren called his own number, getting outside

the Patriot’s containment, and pounded his way in for a score to bring the Raiders back to within 7 points.

That would be as close as the score would get for the rest of the night. Patrick Henry went on a long drive lasting most of the third quarter, culminating in another Sikkar touchdown run.

“Every time Atlee gained momentum, we did a great job of taking it back” Wakefield

Lee-Davis Hanover

0 22 6 7 — 35 0 21 3 0 — 24

HAN — Elrod 20 pass from Huesman (Samardge kick) HAN — Currie 72 INT return (Samardge kick) LD — Williams 40 run (Richman kick) LD — Hairfield 12 pass from Joyce (Richman kick) HAN — Elrod 20 pass from Huesman (Samardge kick) LD — Joyce 4 run (Hairfield run) HAN — FG Samardge 33 LD — Joyce 81 run (kick failed) LD — Williams 37 run (Richman kick)

said.

Atlee was able to cut deficit to 9 points, but that would be as close as it could get to the Patriots. For Sikkar, a win against Atlee is a step towards a season long goal.

“We want to be county champions” Sikkar said. “This was the first step in accomplishing that.”

Dan Fritz can be reached at sports@mechlocal.com.

of the stadium – they hit each other so hard.”

The Patriots never had as good of an opportunity to score afterward.

The aggressive Confederate attack kept Patrick Henry goalkeeper Ella Arruza busy. Arruza finished with 18 saves. The sophomore has had to grow up fast.

“We had been playing a senior at goalkeeper (Allison Rathbone), but she was just too valuable on the field,” said Patrick Henry head coach Abbie Rossman. “So we brought up a sophomore keeper and we’re hoping that we can keep grooming her to get better at each game and each season as well.”

MECHANICSVILLE – LeeDavis attacker Brynn Gibson, with three goals, led the Confederates to a 5-1 victory over long-time rival Patrick Henry in a cross-county field hockey contest on Sept. 30.

Paige Moore and Carsyn Poppa scored the other two Lee-Davis goals.

Patrick Henry’s only goal came in the first half on a breakaway by Maggie Ward. LeeDavis keeper Brooke Nichols did not challenge Ward, and the ball got by her. That prompted a talk at halftime with Lee-Davis head coach Meridee Gibson.

When the Patriots had another breakaway opportunity in the second half, Nichols did not Atlee 3, Hanover 1 wait.

MECHANICSVILLE – The “That time, she stepped Raiders got a pair of goals in the up and they just ran into each second half to help them hold other,” Meridee Gibson said.

“You could hear it at the top see LEE-DAVIS, pg. 12 P. Henry Atlee

12 12 8 0 — 32 7 3 7 6 — 23

RUSHING PH: Toliver 3 attempts 19 yards, Newell 17-66, Williams 10-32, Sikkar PH — Sikkar 11 run (kick failed) 22-147; ATL: C. Warren 3-30, Nash ATL — Oliver pass from Warren 2-3, T. Warren 12-74, Slade 2-8, Ohl (Atkinson kick) 1-(minus 10).

PH — S. Williams 2 run (conversion PASSING failed) PH: Sikkar 9 completions 12 ATL — Atkinson 27 field goal attempts 141 yards 0 interceptions; PH — Sikkar 24 run (conversion ATL: Ohl 1-1-15-0, T. Warren 12-20failed) 173-2.

PH — Mines 75 pass from Sikkar RECEIVING (kick failed) PH: Berry 1 reception 10 yards, ATL — T. Warren 20 run (Atkinson Mines 1-75, Byrd 1-5, Williams 5-43, kick) Newell 1-8; ATL: Nash 3-35, Oliver PH — Sikkar 1 run (Sikkar run) 6-93, Owens 1-10, C. Warren 1-9.

ATL — T. Warren 9 run (kick failed)

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Patriot golfers take second in Region 4B South Patrick Henry (314): Jessica Rathbone 72, Daniel Ailor 77, Miles Krishnamurthy 80, Dillan Baskind 85.

Hanover (315): Andrew Wilkinson 70, Jacob Mertl 80, Conner Bond 81, Adam Kelly 84.

Powhatan (329): Conner Voorhees 73, Brandon Washburn 78, Adam Camp 89, Parker Snellings 89.

Lee-Davis (391): Mason Burrows 90, Matthew Lavinder 95, Austin Testerman 102, Trevor Scott 104.

Dinwiddie (438): Nicole Frye 100, Taylor Miller 109, Cole Bunch 111, Ethan Townsend 118.

By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor -At the beginning of the 2019 golf season, Hanover head golf coach Phil Hein handicapped the season. He predicted that Monacan would handily win the Region 4B South championship. He predicted that either his Hawks or Patrick Henry would finish second and win the other ticket to compete for the Region 4B title.

After the Region 4B championship at Dogwood Trace Golf Club in Petersburg on Sept. 30, Hein’s prediction proved spot on. Monacan won with a score of 307. Unfortunately for the Hawks, they finished a stroke behind Patrick Henry in the battle for second place. The Patriots collectively carded a 314, while Hanover scored 315.

“It was just one of those days,” said Patrick Henry head coach Dave Hudak. “It could have gone either way. … It was a matter of a couple of strokes per player. That was probably one

R-MC Continued from pg. 9

mances, from ODAC Defensive Player Of The Week Calvin Whitehead and breakout senior Jordan Foster, the Yellow Jacket running game, the heart of their offensive game plan, underperformed against a defense that entered the game giving up an average of 40 points and 236 yards rushing.

Randolph-Macon (4-1, 3-0 ODAC) gained just 136 on 40 carries. The lack of physicality shown by the offensive line, as well as continued uneven play by his corps of receivers, left Arruza concerned about the direction of his team.

“We’re having a hard time finding a rhythm in the run-

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of the closest regionals, or subregionals. Everybody did well.”

Patrick Henry was led by Jessica Rathbone with an even-par 72. But she finished second to Hanover’s Andrew Wilkinson, who claimed medalist honors with a 2-under 70.

The Region 5B champion-

off Hanover on Sept. 30.

Stella Harrison led the Raiders with two goals, and Nick Vandeloecht/Powhatan Today Kate Miller chipped in two Above, Patrick Henry’s Jessica Rathbone led the Patriots to a second-place finish in the Region assists. Atlee’s other goal was by 4B South golf championships at Dogwood Trace Golf Club on Sept. 30. The finish earned Olivia Triplett. the Patriots a berth competing as a team in the Region 4B championships on Monday. Left, Tristin Williamson, with an Hanover’s Andrew Wilkinson was the Region 4B South champion with a 2-under par 70. assist by Reagan Patrick, scored (at Dogwood Trace, par 72) the Hawks’ only goal. ships were held at Mattaponi reached at dlawrence@mechloDave Lawrence can be Springs Monday after this edi- cal.com.

Monacan (307): Quint reached at dlawrence@mechlotion went to press.

Dingledine 75, Brayden Latham 77, Region 4B South championships Ben Maxwell 77, Luke Neale 78. cal.com.

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ning game,” Arruza said. “We’re dropping a lot of passes that’s killing drives. I can probably list 10 drives in my head that were killed this year because of guys just dropping routine passes.”

The offensive line allowed a pair of sacks in the first half to a Guilford defense that only got to the quarterback twice in their first four games. The first set up the Quakers’ first scoring drive, capped by a 2-yard run by quarterback Derrien Phillips, making his first collegiate start.

The Yellow Jackets answered with an eight-play drive of their own, as quarterback Presley Egbers’ 13 yard run and Tre Frederick’s 17 yard scamper set up a 9-yard run from quarterback Andrew Ihle into the end zone to tie the game at 7.

Early in the second quarter, Randolph-Macon took the lead when, on a third down at the Guilford 13, Egbers found room on the right side of his line, racing to the goal line for the touchdown and a 14-7 advantage. Later in the quarter, a 37-yard pass from Phillips to Guilford’s leading receiver, Jermaine Russell, helped set up a 2-yard touchdown run from Shanaan McKoy to again tie the score.

Foster, who accounted for 241 return yards on the day, made his mark on the game with a critical 65-yard punt return to the Guilford 34.

Six plays later, Gavin Stone’s 26-yard field goal gave the Yellow Jackets a 17-14 lead going into halftime.

Whitehead’s biggest impact

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came on the first drive of the third quarter, as the Quakers marched down the field on the verge of retaking the lead.

Phillips took off from the Randolph-Macon 28 on a quarterback draw, racing inside the 10. From behind, Whitehead lunged, punching the football out of Phillips’ arm, sending it rolling into the end zone and out of bounds.

The touchback broke the back of the Guilford offense, and the Yellow Jackets took advantage. Despite a penalty that wiped out an Egbers touchdown pass to Trey Owens – guilty of offensive pass interference – Egbers found Nariq Bailey in the back corner of the end zone from 22 yards out for a score. Instead of 21-17 Quakers, it was 24-14 Yellow

Jackets.

Egbers, who went 16-for-21 for 160 yards and two scores, hit Foster on a 5-yard pass for his second passing score in the fourth quarter. Frederick, who did not play in the second half, finished with 52 yards on 10 carries.

The defense had four sacks of Phillips, who, after completing 8-of-13 passes in the first half for 98 yards, only completed 10-of-20 in the second half for only 85 yards. Whitehead and Matthew Vergara each had 11 tackles, while Joel Calkins added nine.

It is important to note that, whether you are playing up to your expected standards or not, winning back-to-back road games in the ODAC is never easy. The Yellow Jackets

return to Day Field Saturday for Homecoming.

The Shenandoah Hornets, embarrassed by Randolph-Macon in Winchester last year, will come calling with their new quarterback Ben Agostino, who went 36-of-44 for 509 yards and six touchdowns in a victory Saturday over Southern Virginia University.

Whitehead and the rest of the Yellow Jacket defense are in for a stern test.

“Here’s a positive. We’re 3-0 in the league, and 4-1, and we haven’t played very well,” Arruza said. “I think we need a wake-up call.”

Shenandoah looks to provide one Saturday at 1 p.m. in Ashland.

Rob Witham can be reached at sports@mechlocal.com.

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TOWN OF ASHLAND NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Please take notice that on the 15th day of October 2019 at 7:00 p.m. at the Ashland Town Hall, 101 Thompson Street, Ashland, VA, the Ashland Town Council will conduct a public hearing for the purpose of receiving input, and may take action on the following: CUP19-0812 HANOVER FOILS HOWARD HAGER HAS APPLIED FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (CUP) TO ADD AN OXIDIZER TO THE REAR OF THE EXISTING BUILDING AT 301 SOUTH HILL CARTER PARKWAY (7789-27-9804). THE OXIDIZER WILL HAVE A 50-FOOT EXHAUST STACK WHICH WILL EXCEED THE 45-FOOT HEIGHT LIMIT FOR THE M-1 ZONE DISTRICT. EXCEEDING THE 45-FOOT HEIGHT LIMIT REQUIRES A CUP PER ASHLAND TOWN CODE SECTION 21-124 (B), HEIGHT REGULATIONS. Copies of CUP19-0812 may be obtained by contacting Town Hall at (804) 798-1073, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Written comments may be submitted to planning@ashlandva.gov or mailed to Town of Ashland, PO Box 1600, Ashland, VA 23005. All interested persons may attend and express their views. Any person with a disability requiring assistance in order to participate in this public hearing is asked to contact Town Hall in advance so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Board of Supervisors has set Wednesday, October 23, 2019, at 7:00 P.M., in the Board Room of the Hanover County Government Building at Hanover Courthouse, Hanover, Virginia, as the day, date, time, and place for a public hearing to consider the following cases, at which public comments will be accepted: REZONINGS REZ2019-00016, WAYNE E. FORD Request(s) to rezone from B-3, General Business District, and R-1, Single-Family Residential District, to RS(c), Single Family Residential District with conditions, on GPINs 8704-84-3613 and 8704-84-2686, consisting of approximately 0.34 acres, and located on the east line of Edgeworth Road (State Route 1101) approximately 55 feet south of its intersection with Dogwood Place (State Route 1119). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Mixed-Use (Low Commercial/High Residential). (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Mechanicsville REZ2019-00017, DKD DEVELOPMENT, L.L.C. Request(s) an amendment to the proffers, conceptual plan and elevations approved with rezoning request C-4-03(c), Hard Rock, Inc., on GPIN 7788-85-0527, consisting of approximately 9.8 acres, zoned M-2(c), Light Industrial District with conditions. The property is located on the southwest corner of the intersection of Patterson Park Road (State Route 822) and Air Park Road (State Route 809). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Industrial. The proposed zoning amendment would permit additional square footage in multiple buildings, new architectural elevations for the proposed structures, and revisions to the proffers. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Ashland REZ2019-00020, JOAN BATIAO AND WILLIAM M. THORNBURG, SR. Request(s) to rezone from B-O, Business-Office District, to RS(c), Single-Family Residential District with conditions on GPIN 8706-22-2586, consisting of approximately 0.90 acres, and located on the south line of Chamberlayne Road (U.S. Route 301) approximately 250 feet west of its intersection with Rutlandshire Drive (State Route 2320). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Suburban General (1.5-3.0 dwelling units per acre). The proposed zoning amendment would allow the existing building to be used as a residence. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Chickahominy SPECIAL EXCEPTIONS SE2019-00008, SUSAN BISHOP ROBERTSON (MCDONALD’S USA, L.L.C.) Request(s) a Special Exception Permit in accordance with Section 26-338 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit a signlargerthanpermittedonGPIN7796-91-5579,consistingofapproximately1.33acres,zonedB-2(c),GeneralBusinessDistrict with conditions, and located on the northwest quadrant of the intersection of Chamberlayne Road (U.S. Route 301) and Leon Lane (State Route 1364). (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Chickahominy SE2019-00009, LIBERTY CHRISTIAN CHURCH Request(s) a Special Exception Permit in accordance with Section 26-334.2 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit a temporary classroom trailer on GPINs 8725-31-9218, 8725-40-1234, 8725-40-2226, 8725-40-1473 and 8725-308257, consisting of approximately 17.57 acres, zoned A-1, Agricultural District, and located on the north line of Mechanicsville Turnpike (U.S. Route 360) approximately 850 feet west of its intersection with Creighton Parkway (State Route 1015).

(PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Henry Copies of the above case may be reviewed in the Planning Office, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Planning Commission has set Thursday, October 17, 2019, at 7:00 P.M., in the Board Room of the Hanover County Government Building at Hanover Courthouse, Hanover, Virginia, as the day, date, time, and place for a public hearing to consider the following cases, at which public comments will be accepted: REZONINGS C-2-19(c), JAMES P. RAWLS Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District, to RC(c), Rural Conservation District with conditions, on GPIN 8737-78-9319, consisting of approximately 94.0 acres, and located on the west line of Summer Hill Road (State Route 644) approximately 0.64 miles from its intersection with River Road (State Route 605). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Agricultural. The proposed zoning amendment would permit the creation of fifteen (15) building lots for a gross density of one dwelling unit per 6.27 acres. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Henry C-5-19(c), HWS WEST L.L.C. Request(s) to rezone from B-2(c), Community Business with conditions, to MX(c), Mixed Use District with conditions, on GPINs 871478-5898 and 8714-78-6883, consisting of approximately 6.08 acres, and located on the west line of Sherwood Crossing Place (State Route 1340) at its intersection with Old Hickory Drive (State Route 1341). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Commercial and Multi-Family. The proposed zoning amendment would allow for mixed use development that includes commercial uses and 90 residential units, for a gross density of 14.80 dwelling units per acre. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Mechanicsville REZ2019-00014, D. TODD VANDERPOL Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District, to M-2(c), Light Industrial District with conditions, on GPINs 7758-53-1025, 775842-9941 and 7758-53-5102(part), consisting of approximately 3.12 acres, and located on the west line of Mountain Road (U.S. Route 33) approximately 715 feet north of its intersection with Winns Church Road (State Route 660). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Planned Business. The proposed zoning amendment would allow a contractor’s equipment storage yard and vehicle storage area. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: South Anna REZ2019-00021, NORMAN L. PURYEAR AND WILLIAM A. PURYEAR, Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District, to AR-6(c), Agricultural Residential District with conditions, on GPIN 7852-726267, consisting of approximately 8.88 acres, and located on the east line of Horseshoe Bridge Road (State Route 686) approximately 400 feet north of its intersection with Rehoboth Road (private road). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Agricultural. The proposed zoning amendment would permit the creation of one (1) additional building lot for a gross density of one (1) dwelling unit per 4.44 acres. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Beaverdam ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS ORDINANCE 19-07, COMMERCIAL STABLES IN THE RC, RURAL CONSERVATION DISTRICT An Ordinance to amend the Hanover County Code, Chapter 26, Zoning Ordinance, Section 26-46, to provide that public or commercial stables may be permitted in the RC Rural Conservation District, as a Special Exception. (PUBLIC HEARING) ORDINANCE 19-08, MULTIPLE PRESERVATION LOTS IN THE RC, RURAL CONSERVATION DISTRICT An Ordinance to amend the Hanover County Code, Chapter 26, Zoning Ordinance, Section 26-51, to provide that more than one preservation lot may be permitted in the RC, Rural Conservation District, under certain specified conditions. (PUBLIC HEARING) Copies of the above cases may be reviewed in the Planning Office, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

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Scotchtown upcoming events

By Melody Kinser Managing Editor

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Ross Luck of Luck Chevrolet presents donation check to Michael Spence, president of the Patrick Henry Patriot Club

Luck Chevrolet gets in the game with Chevy Youth Sports Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND – Luck Chevrolet is partnering with Patrick Henry High School and the Patrick Henry Patriot Club on the Chevy Youth Sports program.

The partnership will feature a one-time monetary contribution to assist the Patriot Club with athletic department costs, such as association fees, equipment costs, and facility maintenance.

The program also provides an opportunity for community members to earn additional funds for the club via a Test Drive fundraiser.

“Being involved with sports helps kids develop life skills like leadership, cooperation, and sportsmanship while bringing families and communities together to show their support. Luck Chevrolet and Chevy Youth Sports are proud

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to help the Patrick Henry Patriot Club bring so many smiles to kids and families in Ashland.” said Ross Luck, general manager for Luck Chevrolet. “Chevrolet believes in the power of play as a foundation for young people to build the skills needed to be successful in the future.”

The Chevy Youth Sports program gives Chevrolet dealerships the opportunity to provide support for youth athletic programs across the country.

In 2019, more than 500 Chevrolet dealerships will participate in the program nationwide.

“Chevrolet vehicles are designed and built with busy families in mind, featuring a comprehensive suite of available safety features, technologies that make the journey more comfortable and engaging for the entire family, and the space and flexibility needed

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to haul people and cargo. We would encourage everyone to come take a look at what Chevrolet has to offer,” said Luck.

For more information about Chevrolet Youth Sports, please visit www.chevrolet. com/youthsports.com.

About Luck Chevrolet Founded in 1916 by James N. Luck, Luck Chevrolet is one of the oldest continuouslyowned Chevrolet dealers in the world.

The dealership currently has three generations of family members on the management team, and a wonderful staff that has over 150 years of combined loyalty and experience.

Stop by and see why it’s the dealership where friends tell friends to buy.

Visit them on U.S. 1 in Ashland or online at luckchevrolet.com.

BEAVERDAM – With the start of the month of October, Patrick Henry’s Scotchtown, with Preservation Virginia, has several “exciting events,” according to Dawn Burnett, co-site coordinator.

Scotchtown is located at 16129 Chiswell Lane in Beaverdam.

“Was It Murder? A Colonial Mystery” will be presented on Saturday, Oct. 19.

The play is about a mysterious death involving one of Scotchtown’s early occupants. It takes place throughout the house and concludes in the rarely-open cellar.

Refreshments will be provided afterwards in the kitchen by the open hearth fire, while ghost stories are being told.

An 18th Century Military Encampment and Re-enactment are scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 26.

“Join the militia in drills; stop in the kitchen to see what the cook is making for the hungry sol-

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told council members he had addressed issues regarding public service and running for public office in another media outlet.

The article includes information on filing and generic data on elections, but also seeks to offer an up-close and personal look at the job.

“I tried to put a softer touch on it by including what council members have said about the time commitment and the impact you can have,” Farrar said.

Regarding qualifications, there are statutory requirements, but Farrar said the main factor is “largely if you care about Ashland and want to be involved in the community.”

Council member George Spagna echoed those sentiments and spoke for his comembers regarding elections.

“I think I speak for every member of council,” Spagna said. “If anyone is interested in running for town council and

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Militia in drills is an exciting event planned this month.

diers; consult the surgeon on the latest treatments for what ails you,” Burnett said.

She also encourages attendees to “swing by the house and meet the occupants of Scotchtown after Patrick Henry and his family have moved to the Governor's Palace in Williamsburg.”

The event also will include a local artist who will be drawing silhouettes.

General admission rates will apply.

For more information, visit patrickhenryscotchtown.org, email scotchtown@preservationvirginia.org or call 804-227-3500.

wants a first-hand account of what it’s like, any of us would be happy to talk with you.”

In other news, Farrar reported good financial results from a recently completed audit.

“We had our audit last week with largely positive results,” Farrar said.

The town manager indicated he was pleased with a report noting the amount of turnover endured during the past year including the finance director, an account clerk and two employees in the Finance office.

“It was really good news based on all of that,” Farrar said. “Financially, we’re in good shape. We’re going to come in under budget,” Farrar said, “noting final numbers will be available at the next council meeting later this month and regular quarterly reports will be available.

In DC2RVA news, the Federal Rail Administration has issued its final approval on the proposed plan that includes the Ashland corridor.

Last month, the agency signed

a record of decision that completes the Environmental Impact Statement study process and allows the project to receive additional federal funds for planning.

The approved plan proposes a 3-2-3 option for the town, eliminating a dreaded third rail through the town.

The decision is an endorsement of the state’s Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT) plan, but does not end the process for Ashland.

“It’s certainly not the worst case scenario, considering what could have been the worst case,” Farrar said.

“But, it does mean there will be impacts on the community and that will be our collective responsibility to figure out what those impacts are and plan for them and try to mitigate them as best we can.”

Although the approval represents the final stage of the EIS process, construction will begin near the northern sections of the route and it is unclear when projects near Ashland will be scheduled.