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Chalkley reviews new laws enacted by Va. legislators (Editor’s note: The follow- the owner or custodian to appear ing article, which explains the before a general district court at a new laws that went into effect in specified time. The officer who applies for the Virginia on July 1, was submitted by Hanover County Commonwealth’s summons should provide written notification to the Attorney R.E. “Trip” owner of the applicaChalkley III. He protion. For 30 days folvides this information lowing said notice, every year through The the owner shall not Mechanicsville Local dispose of the animal and Ashland-Hanover other than by surLocal.) render to the officer I write to inform or by euthanasia by my fellow citizens of a licensed veterinarthe new laws enacted ian. If euthanized, by the latest special documentation of that CHALKLEY session of the General event shall be providAssembly. Effective July 1, 2021, the death ed to the officer. After service of the summons, penalty for those previously enuthe owner shall not dispose of the merated, specific acts of murder animal other than by euthanasia has been repealed. Those offenses until the case is adjudicated. The will now be referred to as aggracourt may compel the owner to vated murder and will carry a punishment of a life sentence without have electronic identification implanted in the animal. A hearthe possibility of parole. The procedure for adjudica- ing on the summons must occur tion that a dog is dangerous has within 30 days unless good cause been restructured. A law enforce- is shown. An animal is a dangerous dog ment officer or animal control if evidence shows it inflicted seriofficer that has reason to believe ous harm on a companion animal an animal is a dangerous dog and that is a dog or cat, including a is located in the jurisdiction where serious impairment of health or the animal resides or in the jurisbodily function that requires seridiction where the act was commitous medical attention, a serious ted may apply to a magistrate for see LAWS, pg. 7 issuance of a summons requiring
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These youngsters were decked out in their red, white and blue to take part in the Ashland Fourth of July Celebration. The town enjoyed a good crowd of parade participants, as well as spectators lining the streets. Residents and visitors continued the festivities at the Hanover Arts and Activities Center. More photos can be found page 2.
Town resumes special Fourth of July celebration Staff Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND – Celebrating the red, white and blue dominated activities in the Town of Ashland with attire and costumes spreading the joy of the Fourth of July. A high point every year is the parade, which features the unique and entertain-
ing along the route. Due to last year’s COVID-19 pandemic, the town had to forego one of its favorite ways to spotlight our country’s independence. This year, however, brought out plenty of participants and spectators. The parade was followed by festivities on the lawn of the Hanover Arts & Activities Center at 500 S. Center St. in
Ashland. Among the events were: An apple pie baking contest. The Lawn celebration with food, beverage, lawn games, and patriotic music. Patriotic Pet Contest on the lawn. Winning pies being auctioned to highest bidders.
Splashy Paws: Tails & Tomatoes event set
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ditor’s note: The following was submitted by Marcy G. Durrer, recreation program director for Hanover County Parks and Recreation.) ASHLAND -- Splish, splash, it’s not a bath . . . its Splashy Paws: Tails and Tomatoes!
As Tomato Month continues, under the supervision of Hanover County Parks and Recreation, Splashy Paws: Tails and Tomatoes is scheduled from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, July 22, at Taylor Park Dog Park located at 13017 Taylor Complex Lane in Ashland. see TOMATOES pg. 4
Ashland celebrates the Fourth of July in grand style
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Veterans proudly carried the American Flag in the parade; town council member Dan McGraw was decked out in the right colors, as was a furry friend. Judging pie contest entries is no easy task.
Glen Allen woman loses life as passenger in motorcycle accident Staff Report news@mechlocal.com
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From the Grand Marshal’s throne on a bicycle built for two to Uncle Sam, the Ashland Fourth of July Celebration returned this year with all the fanfare the community would expect.
23rd Annual HEF Golf Tournament raises $30,000 for county school system Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com GLEN ALLEN -- Twenty-one teams competed in the 23rd Annual Hanover Education Foundation’s (HEF) Golf Tournament held on June 21 at The Federal Club in Glen Allen. The tournament raised $30,000 to support Hanover County Public Schools. “We sincerely thank each of our sponsors for their generosity and ongoing support,” said
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Margaret Hill, executive director of Hanover Education Foundation. “We also thank our hardworking volunteers who helped to make this event a huge success. 2021 tournament winners are: 1st Place: Cigna – Lee Hannah, Jim Taylor, Josh Eakle, and Jim Sullivan. 2nd Place: Hobb’s & Associates – Michael Morris, Brad Hulse, Ben Page, and Tyler Johnson. Closest to the Pin: Matt Duffy.
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Longest Drive: Cecilia Rich. The following businesses, donors, teams, and sponsors supported this event: Atlee Station Family YMCA, Attronica, Auto Zone, Bogeys Sports Park, Bradley Properties, Brunetti’s Express 301, Bunkie Trinite Trophies, Chick-fil-A (Ashland and Virginia Center Commons). Children’s Museum of Richmond, Cigna, see HEF pg. 4
HANOVER – A 25-year-old Glen Allen woman died Friday night of injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident in the 11900 block of North Lakeridge Parkway in Ashland. Lt. James R. Cooper of the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office identified the victim as Amanda Paige Ball. She was the passenger on the motorcycle. The driver was taken to VCU Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries. The driver of the 2010 Dodge sedan was uninjured. Cooper said deputies responded around 11:06 p.m. on June 9 to a two-vehicle crash involving a motorcycle. “The preliminary investigation revealed that a 1997 Yamaha motorcycle, with two riders, was traveling westbound on North Lakeridge Parkway when it collided with a 2010 Dodge sedan turning eastbound onto North Lakeridge Parkway out of a business parking lot,” the lieutenant, who serves as the HCSO public information officer, said. According to Cooper, Ball was pronounced deceased at the scene. Investigators are still collecting information at this time. “We extend our thoughts and prayers to the family of Amanda Ball during this difficult time,” Cooper said, speaking on behalf of Col. David R. Hines, sheriff.
SHERIFF’S REPORTS | Crime, Accidents, Fire & Rescue Mechanicsville.
June 1
Breaking and entering building to commit larceny, assault and battery, etc., was reported in the 6000 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville. Larceny property, $500, with intent to sell was reported in the 9100 block of Chamberlayne Road, Mechanicsville. Violation of a protective order (general) was reported in the 7200 block of Courtland Farm Road, Hanover.
Profane and threatening language over a public airway was reported in the 7200 Elm Tree Terrace, Mechanicsville. Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 9400 block of Chamberlayne Road/Jupiter Drive, Mechanicsville.
June 2
Grand larceny building was reported in the 10300 block of Georgetown Road, Mechanicsville.
False alarm for ambulance or fire was reported in the 9400 block of Atlee Station Road, Mechanicsville.
Simple assault was reported in the 7500 block of Wickham Manor Way, Hanover.
Forging was reported in the 9500 block of Chamberlayne Road, Mechanicsville.
Eluding police, failure to stop, and attempt to escape/elude were reported in the 9200 block of Interstate 95 South, Ashland.
Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 7200 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville. Driver did not report an accident with damages, $1,000, in the 8000 block of Shady Grove Road, Mechanicsville.
Simple assault was reported in the 15400 block of Beaverdam School Road, Mechanicsville.
Grand larceny, $500 or more not from a person, was reported in the 7100 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.
June 3
Driver did not report an accident with damages, $250, in the 7400 block of Sujen Court, Mechanicsville.
Entering property with the intent to damage was reported in the 10200 block of Ashcake Road, Ashland.
Manufacture, sale and possession of a controlled substance, Schedule II and II, were reported in the 5500 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/ Walnut Grove Road,
Grand larceny from auto was reported in the 11000 block of Cobbs Road, Glen Allen.
license was reported in the 7800 block of Marshall Arch Drive, Mechanicsville.
Driver did not report an accident with damages, $250, in the 16600 block of Mountain Road, Montpelier. Concealment, price altering merchandise, $500, was reported in the 6600 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville. Driver did not report an accident with damages, $1,000, in the 13000 block of Ashland Road/ Greenwood Church Road, Ashland. Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 15000 block of West Patrick Henry Road/Quaker Church Road, Montpelier.
Profane and threatening language over a public airway was reported in the 10100 block of Kings Dominion Boulevard, Doswell.
Violation of a protective order (general) was reported in the 8000 block of Sherwood Crossing Place, Mechanicsville.
Concealment, price altering merchandise, $500, was reported in the 7300 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.
Profane and threatening language over a public airway was reported in the 7400 block of Early Drive, Mechanicsville.
Petit larceny building was reported in the 4100 block of Old Church Road, Mechanicsville.
DWI: Drugs, 1st offense, was reported in the 5100 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.
Petit larceny, $500 not from a person, was reported in the 9300 block of Atlee Road, Mechanicsville.
June 4
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DWI: 1st offense was reported in the 6100 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/Old Cavalry Drive, Mechanicsville.
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Petit larceny from auto was reported in the 5900 block of Dugout Terrace, Mechanicsville.
Concealment, price altering merchandise, $500, was reported in the 7800 block of Compass Point Lane, Mechanicsville.
Failure to appear on felony charge was reported in the 7500 block of County Complex Road, Hanover.
Grand larceny, $500 or more not from a person, was reported in the 11500 block of Lakeridge
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great-granddaughters and three great-grandsons. Beth Cline attended Strayer College and worked for the U.S. Maritime Commission in Washington, D.C. and Philadelphia during World War II. She was a volunteer for the Head Start program, Meals on Wheels, the Sherwood Regional Library and Sunnyside Presbyterian Home. She was recognized for her volunteer work by the National Association of Counties and the National Center for Voluntary Action. She loved to garden and was a longtime member of the Mount Vernon Garden Club; she was also a member of the Virginia P.E.O. chapter. Beth loved to travel and was an avid duck pin bowler on the Buckaneer Belles team. Beth Cline was an active member of Mount Vernon Presbyterian Church for 63 years, serving as both an elder and a deacon. Beth contributed to the founding of the United Community Ministries program. She especially enjoyed the Presbyterian summer camps she attended over a span of 75 years at Massanetta Springs near Harrisonburg, Va. Plans for a memorial service have not been finalized. Memorial contributions may be made to the Soar Harry Jaeger Scholarship Fund in care of Mt. Vernon Presbyterian Church. Funeral home: Cunningham Turch, 811 Cameron St., Alexandria, Va.
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All three Haynie brothers achieve Eagle Scout rank
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James Braden “JB” Haynie, the son of Tom and Teresa Haynie of Mechanicsville, followed in his brothers’ footsteps by achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. JB, a member of Boy Scout Troop 503, led a project to build a covered canopy over the rear entrance to the Giuseppe Verdi Lane #315 in Mechanicsville. He raised funds and got discounts from local suppliers to lead a group of 13 volunteers who worked 112 hours to complete the project. He was recognized by Angela Kelly-Wiecek, Chickahominy District, during last Wednesday’s meeting of the Hanover County Board of Supervisors. Shown are, from left, front, Gene, Brick, Teresa and JB Haynie and Kelly-Wiecek, and, in the back, Tom Haynie. Shown in the background are Supervisors Sean Davis, chair, Henry District, and Sue Dibble, vice chair, South Anna District.
Upcoming library activities announced HANOVER – Librarian Carolyn Garner has released the list of virtual activities for the month of July through the Pamunkey Regional Library. For more information or if you have a special physical or communication need, contact ask@ pamunkeylibrary.org. Atlee Virtual Book Club Wednesday, July 14, 11 a.m.-noon. This month’s title is Island of Sea Women by Lisa See. Registration is required at https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/7822685. This program is hosted virtually through Zoom and the meeting link will be sent to the email used for registration one day before the event occurs. If you don’t receive your reminder email on Tuesday, July 13, contact the Atlee Branch Library at (804) 5590654. Animals of Legend and Lore with the Virginia Living Museum Thursday, July 15, 2-2:30 p.m. for grades K-5. Gather around and listen to the lore behind some
of your favorite spooky animals. Visit with the animals of Virginia Living Museum and hear of the legends and learn why these animals are spectacular, not scary. Registration required at https:// pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/7656528. This program is hosted virtually through Zoom and the meeting link will be sent to the email used for registration one day before the event occurs. If you don’t receive your reminder email on Wednesday, July 14, contact the library. Kids’ Lego Club Friday, July 16, 3:30-4:30 p.m. for grades K-5. Meet other Lego fans and talk about your current creations. You can show off what you’ve made and ask questions. Registration required at https:// pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/event/7687557. This program is hosted virtually through Zoom and the meeting link will be sent to the email used for registration one day before the event occurs. If you don’t receive your reminder email on Thursday, July 15, contact the Atlee Branch Library at 804559-0654.
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OPINION | The Local Views From the managing editor
LETTERS
An error to a writer is like a gut punch misspelled under her photo on the front page of last week’s edition. I became ill when I saw her message. While I would hope all members of the Richmond Suburban News staff adhere to a goal of no errors, unfortunately, sometimes a mistake slips by and we beat ourselves up for it. Lauren Schenack was a class act in explaining her disappointment in the misspelling. We inadvertently had Scheneck. It was a big “Oh no!” moment that we sincerely regret. Changes were immediately made on our website, as well as the full edition on Issuu. Dealing with a misspelled or incorrect name has taunted me since I was a kid. I always said I could deal with Melanie if I was
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s soon as I saw the direct message on The Local’s Facebook page, I felt like I had been kicked in the gut. I know all too well how important it is to get a name right -- whether in conversation or in print. I’ve been called Melanie most of my life and it’s a detailed routine of how I spell my last name for someone to submit an email. At least it got an English spelling when my ancestors arrived at Ellis Island. The German version of Kinser is Kuenzer. To get to the point, the name of the salutatorian for Mechanicsville High School was
being invited to a birthday party or some kind of celebration. In junior high, friends started calling me Mel, and when I visit my hometown more people are likely to refer to me as that than Melody. Of course, I can’t help but think back to the days when one of my parents would yell “Melody Shawn,” code for “You’re in trouble”. If it was “Melody Shawn Kinser”, then it was really serious. What’s in a name? Everything when it’s wrong. Diligence is a key component in our day-to-day operations. In closing, we certainly expect you to hold us to the highest standards possible. That is our goal.
Accordion displayed as a tribute to the musician By Jim Ridolphi Contributing Columnist
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Accordion captured the essence of the man who played it.
The old accordion rests on a small table among other artifacts in my sister’s living room as a silent, but solemn, tribute to the man who played it. I suppose to some it would seem an odd accessory to display, but to those who knew him, nothing could better capture the nature of a man than that old well-worn Hohner accordion. Few of us have the distinction of being instantly remembered by a single object. My uncle obtained the instrument while serving in the Army during and after World War II, and
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dragged it home with a collection of German beer steins and other acquisitions from his extended tour of the country. He left behind a community of friends, relationships and memories of what he once told me were some of the best years of his life. But to the benefit of all that encountered him, Uncle Dudley did return to Gaithersburg, Maryland, and his dream of returning to Germany remained unfulfilled until late in his life. But, the memories of his stay remained strong throughout his life. see ACCORDION, pg. 11
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Rebuttal claims letter writer got ‘donned’ (Editor’s note: The following was submitted as a rebuttal to a recent letter from Patricia Lassiter.) My gawd, you got “donned” bigtime! You need many . . . many(!) things: beginning with a chill pill! Your “Gallop estimate of 59%” . . . that source could be very, very interesting. Maybe ONA? Maybe Alex (Widda) Jones’ InfoWars? Maybe Fox News (false noice, Tucker Carlson, Sean “Insanity” Hannity)? One thing for sure is that (after the Pony Express took up to 30 days to get news through to the readers) today we “want-what-we-want-andwant-it-yesterday,” you do not want truth (in the news) . . . you want the news to tell you what you want to hear. You need to know that the “lack of confidence in our elections” and the “widespread voter fraud” are all products of the greatest con artist who ever drew a breath in human history! You’ve been “donned.” Just one generation ago, we didn’t throw hate spears at each other. Just one generation ago, we didn’t label each other “conservative” and “liberal” as epithets. Just one generation ago, we accepted the results of our elections. Just one generation ago, we were “the United States of America” and not the divided hate-riddled collection of tribal idiots (we’ve all) become. Yes, we’ve got big, big problems. These problems did not begin when George Bush or Bill Clinton or Barack Obama or Ronald Reagan were in the Oval Office. These problems (the subject of your entire hate-filled rant in the June 30 edition of The see LETTERS, pg. 11
27 graduate from Youth Citizens Police Academy Photo submitted by Lt. James R. Cooper
Twenty-seven students representing the four high schools – Atlee, Hanover, Mechanicsville, and Patrick Henry -- in Hanover County Public Schools recently graduated from the Youth Citizens Police Academy. This is the largest number of students to ever participate in and graduate from the HCSO Youth Citizens Police Academy. Beginning on June 21, students received an inside look into the day-to-day operations of the Hanover County Sheriff’s Office. They also were able to interact with numerous sworn members of the Sheriff’s Office. They received instruction in a variety of topics, including emergency vehicle operations, traffic stops, defensive tactics and building searches. “It truly was an excellent week spent with an excellent group of young people. “It is our hope that these young people developed a better understanding of how and why the members of the Sheriff’s Office do what they do,” Col. David R. Hines, sheriff, said.
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disfigurement, any injury that has a reasonable potential to cause death, or any injury other than a sprain or strain, or directly caused serious injury to any person, including laceration, broken bone or substantial puncture of skin by teeth. No summons may be applied for by the officer if it is found that both animals have the same owner or the incident originated on the property of the attacking dog’s owner. In the case of injury to a person, no summons shall issue if the injury caused consisted solely of a single bite resulting only in a scratch, abrasion, or other minor injury. New requirements are imposed for the transfer of dangerous dogs, both within or without the Commonwealth. Effective July 1, 2021, a new protective order is created for adults, who within a reasonable period of time, have been subjected to an act of violence, force, threat or been subjected to financial exploitation. Violation of the order is a class 1 misdemeanor, up to 12 months in jail and/or a fine not to exceed $2,500. Any person who has been convicted of assault and battery of a family or household member is prohibited from purchasing, possession, or transporting a firearm for 3 years from the date of con-
viction. This only covers offenses occurring on or after July 1, 2021. The enhanced penalties for second or subsequent misdemeanor larceny convictions were repealed. The remaining provisions of the Habitual Offender Act were repealed and those whose privilege to drive were suspended or revoked solely under this Act will have that privilege reinstated by DMV. The new and/or amended marijuana legislation was 400 pages long. Some of the changes do not take effect until 2022, 2023, or 2024. Some of the legislation must be re-enacted by future sessions of the legislature. I will briefly touch upon the laws taking effect on July 1, 2021, of the most interest to the greatest number of citizens. There are no longer criminal penalties for simple possession of up to one ounce of marijuana by person 21 years of age or older. There are numerous civil penalties associated with marijuana but this article will not address those matters. Unlawful possession of more than one pound is a felony punishable by a prison term of not less than one year nor more than 10 years and a fine of not more than $250,000, or both. Any person 21 years of age or older may cultivate up to four marijuana plants for personal use
at their main place of residence. Regardless of the number of individuals residing at the main residence, no household shall contain more than four plants. The plants must be cultivated at the main residence, renting additional land or buildings will not let a household cultivate more than four plants. Any person cultivating marijuana for personal use shall ensure that no plant is visible from a public way without the use of aircraft or optical aids, take precaution to prevent unauthorized access by persons less than 21 years of age, and attach to each plant a legible tag that includes the person’s name, driver’s license or identification number and a notation that the plant is being grown for personal use. Penalties for cultivating more than four plants range from a civil penalty to one to 10 years and/or a fine of up to $250,000 depending on the number of plants in possession. Further, no civil or criminal penalty may be imposed for “adult sharing” of an amount of marijuana not exceeding one ounce or the equivalent amount of marijuana products. “Adult sharing” means transferring marijuana between those 21 years older without remuneration. No person shall consume marijuana or marijuana product or offer the same to another, at or
in any pubic place. A first offense is a civil penalty of $25, a second offense is a civil penalty of $25 and completion of a substance abuse program, and a third violation is a class 4 misdemeanor (up to $250 fine). A “public place” is any place, building or conveyance to which the public has, or is permitted to have, access, including restaurants, soda fountains, hotel dining areas, lobbies and corridors of hotels, and any park, place of public resort or amusement, highway, street, lane, or sidewalk adjoining any highway, street, or lane. Starting July 1, 2021, defense evidence of the accused’s mental condition at the time of the alleged offense, including expert testimony, will be admissible to show the defendant did not have the intent required for the offense charged. Evidence may be introduced of a mental illness, a developmental or intellectual disability or an autism spectrum disorder. No provision is made for the Commonwealth to have its own expert witness to examine the defendant. Prior to July 1, 2021, all convictions for robbery carried a range of punishment from 5 years in the penitentiary to a life sentence. Effective July 1, 2021, robbery was reclassified into 4 categories. The commission of robbery with a serious bodily injury or death carries a penalty of a class
2 felony (20 years to life). Robbery by using or displaying a firearm in a threatening manner is a class 3 felony (5 years to 20 years). A robbery by using physical force not resulting in serious bodily injury or by using or displaying a deadly weapon other than a firearm in a threatening manner is a class 5 felony (up to 10 years in a penitentiary or up to 12 months in a jail and up to a $2,500 fine, either or both). Lastly, a robbery committed by using threats or intimidation or any other means not involving a deadly weapon is a class 6 felony (up to 5 years in the penitentiary or 12 months in jail and up to a $2,500 fine, either or both). Anyone convicted of a crime and part of their sentence was suspended will be subject to new sanctions should that person violate a technical condition or provision of the suspended sentence. For a first violation, the court can no longer impose a period of incarceration from the previously suspended time. For a sec-
ond technical violation, there is a presumption against imposing a period of incarceration unless the judge finds the offender committed the second technical violation and cannot be diverted from incarceration through less restrictive means, then the court may impose no more than 14 days of incarceration. A third violation may result in up to the full amount of the suspended sentence being revoked. Prior to this statutory change, the judge could revoke any or all of the suspended sentence upon a first technical violation. As always, I caution the reader that this article is not a complete review of all legislation and only highlights certain portions of the new legislation noted herein. Should a reader have any questions, feel free to contact me at 804-365-6186. As always, my thanks to the citizens of Hanover County for the honor of serving as their Commonwealth’s Attorney.
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Improvements give good vibes in GRAL By Rob Witham and Dave Lawrence Mechanicsville Local
GLEN ALLEN – One of the best things about Greater Richmond Aquatic League (GRAL) swimming is that everyone can win. That’s how Milestone head coach Alli Moore can be so excited about her team’s performance Wednesday night at The Federal Club, though the host Eagles defeated the Makos in total points 1,162 to 711. “I already knew we were going to lose just because we’re a smaller team,” Moore said. “We were also missing a lot of kids. But during the meet, I was extremely happy. I want to say 95 percent of our kids dropped times in all three of their events.” With the season-ending Champs event on the horizon July 26, swimmers looked to either improve their position or make the qualifying time for the postseason. The Eagles soared thanks in part to seven quadruple winners: Brannan Agee, Amanda Barnard, Taylor Olivia Brown, Charlotte Bruning, Capri Fatigante, Leah Sculthorpe and Ford Sprouse. Fatigante qualified for Champs by winning the girls 11-12 50-yard backstroke in 38.87, taking just over seven seconds off her seed time. Later, she knocked 5.5 seconds off her time in the 50 freestyle to win and qualify with a time of 32.82. Bruning, Brown and Agee
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Above, The Federal Club’s Brannan Agee swims to victory in the senior varsity division of the 9-10 boys 100yard freestyle in a meet with visiting Milestone Wednesday night. His time of 1:12.44 was 10 seconds better than his nearest competitor. Left, Milestone’s Molly Sabo takes three seconds off her personal best while seimming to victory in the super varsity division of the 8-under girls 50 yard freestyle. Her time of 35.12 was more than 11 seconds better than the runner up.
Then there are swimmers joined Sprouse to win the mixed 9-10 200 free relay going like Cati Callihan, who has away, winning by 25 seconds in already qualified in the top Champs division, senior var2:17.91.
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sity, for the girls 13-14 50 but- 29.13, nearly a second shaved terfly. But that didn’t stop her off. from earning a new personal best time, winning the event in see GRAL, pg. 9
Atlee Little League’s 8-10 Baseball All Star team is in familiar territory, pursuing a Virginia state championship in the 8-10 state tournament at Richlands Little League in Richlands. The team is just one of several from Hanover County pursing state and regional titles in Little League or Babe Ruth tournaments. The Atlee 8-10 All Stars won the District 5 tournament with a 7-4 win over Tuckahoe Little League on June 29. They began pool play in the state tournament Friday with a 12-0 win over Bedford Little League. Pitcher Caston Bulheller got the team off to a strong start, allowing just one hit and no runs in 3-1/3 innings. Reliever Landon Viar closed out the game with two strikeouts. Saturday, the Atlee see TITLES, pg. 10
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For Eagles head coach Lindsey Hair – now in her fourth year of coaching for The Federal Club – satisfaction came not only from the night’s results, but also for the overall growth of the program. “We used to be a 60-swimmer type of club, and now we’re almost to 100,” Hair noted. “We have lots of new swimmers. It’s been a great time.” Milestone had five quadruple winners: Wyatt Jones, Emory Sproull, Emily Stevens, Michael Sabo and Molly Sabo. Molly anchored the 8-under 100 mixed freestyle relay team which won with an impressive time of 1:19.31, and returned moments later to set the No. 1 time in GRAL this season in the 8-under girls 50 free, taking three seconds off her personal best for a time of 35.12. She also owns the top time in the league in the 25 breaststroke, winning Wednesday in 21.44, nearly two seconds better than her previous best, and in the 25 free, which she swam in 15.97. Ainsley Agee of The Federal Club was second in the free with a time of 17.50, which is third best in GRAL this season. Perhaps the best race of the night was saved for last, when Sproull, Stevens and Jones partnered with Noah Brant in the mixed 15-18 200 free relay, nipping the Eagles’ quartet of Michael Bailey, Maggie McClintock, Ryan Matheny and Deklan Cauthorne in 1:46.78. The Federal Club finished in 1:47.53. Close competitions and improved times were a staple of the evening’s action. Elsewhere in the County, Pebble Creek edged Mechanicsville Recreation Association by a mere six points, 861-855. What gave Pebble Creek the edge? “I think our kids are really
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Above, Pebble Creek’s Jonah Volles kicks up some spray as he makes the turn in the 15-18 boys 50-meter freestyle in a Greater Richmond Aquatic League virtual meet with Mechanicsville Recreation Association Wednesday. Left, Old Church’s Wyatt Longo doesn’t let droopy goggles get in his way as he swims to victory in the junior varsity division of the 11-12 boys 50-meter breaststroke in a Greater Richmond Aquatic League meet with visiting Goochland YMCA Wednesday. Longo finished in 42.18, more than a second off his seed time in the event.
passionate about the sport,” said Pebble Creek head coach Ryan Griffiths. “I think that they really strive to go as fast as they can at every meet, which is great. What made the difference in this case? Yeah, I think it’s just that passion. I think it’s that drive to be the best that they can every time they get up on the blocks.”
While winning is important, it isn’t everything. What is more important in the long run for all the coaches is to see their swimmers improve. “My full-time job is as an educator, so I really have that growth mindset,” said Mechanicsville Recreation Association head swim coach Danielle Sisson-Jones. “I have
always worked with populations of younger kids and middle schoolers, and in my normal everyday job they really struggle with certain things. … “Growth is one thing that I have always focused on both for my students and then also for my swimmers as well. If we can get better each and every time, then I consider that personally
a win.” Both teams had their share of multiple winners. Pebble Creek was led by quadruple winners Maddie Fogg, Mason Hill, Wesley Hill, Emily Magill, Avery Minton, Olivia Minton, Kenzie Strohhacker, Reagan Strohhacker, and Maxwell Uzukwu. It’s triple winners were Trey Davis III, Chandler
Haskins, Madison Haskins, Tyler Hill, Isabelle Lindsey, Jackson Magill and Lainey Walker. MRA was led by quad winners Logan Deal, Jordyn Dillard and Brittany Hanner. It’s triple winners were Tyler Earley, Olivia Leonard, Arabella Lewis, Jackson McMackin, Alexander Patrick, Alex Pruemer, Nicholas Reid, Peyton Seward, Connor Smith, Whitney Speeks, Emily Willard and Katie Willard. Elsewhere in the county, Goochland YMCA edged host Old Church 866-828. Goochland was led by quadruple winners Nathaniel Carter, Audrey Darden, Caroline Darden, Ryan Johnson and Andrea Rogers along with triple winners, Madison Bostic, Bailey Brown, Cora Chapman, Jude Chapman, Callie Horst, Skyler Mann, Anneliese Rogerson, Lane Ways and Mady Winall. Old Church was led by quad winners Joelle Agee, Henry Atkinson, Liam Brehm, Nathan Kelly, Liz Laprade and Ty Williams. The Otters’ triple winners were Owen Agee, Alex Brehm, Connor Brooks, Gracie Brooks, Levi Grubbs, Bryden Hurtubise, Julia Laprade, Avery Pierce, and Claire Randolph. Attention turns to this week’s regular season finales, as The Federal Club travels to Old Church for an in-person meet on Wednesday, while Milestone goes to Fox Hall for a “flexible” meet, which gives Makos swimmers an option to swim at home. Pebble Creek will host Dominion Club and Mechanicsville will host Wembly. Flexible and virtual meets have been a vital part of keeping the 2021 GRAL season going successfully, with one more chance for swimmers to make it to the league’s biggest stage. Rob Witham can be reached at sports@mechlocal.com. Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com.
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8-10 All Stars continued rolling over the competition with an 11-1 win over Yorktown Little League and a 10-1 win over Spotsylvania Little League. They Virginia Beach played in the state quarterfinals Monday after this edition went to press. Rockville’s Babe Ruth baseball and softball teams are likewise blazing strong postseason trails. The Rockville 12U Majors 60 baseball team won the Virginia State championship with a 11-0 victory in a rematch with Arlington at Fox Field in Lexington on July 3. The team began its state campaign with a 12-0 shutout of Rockbridge on July 1 and followed it with a 5-0 shutout of Arlington on July 2. In the championship bracket semifinals, Rockville demolished South Augusta 8-0 before getting another shot at Arlington. In all the team scored 36 runs against its opponents in the state tournament, while giving up none in return. Rockville begins the Southeast Regional in Stafford County, Virginia,
Wednesday. The Rockville 12U Majors 70 baseball team likewise made a deep run in its respective state tournament, held at the Warhill Sports Complex in Williamsburg. Rockville advanced to the consolation bracket final of the doubleelimination tournament before eventual state runner-up Winchester 2-1 Sunday. Rockville was knocked into the consolation bracket with a 2-1, seven-inning loss to eventual state champion Glen Allen Saturday. The Rockville 10U softball team dominated its opponents in it state tournament, held at Veterans Memorial Fields in Shenandoah, Virginia. The 10U team began its title campaign with a 19-0 walloping of Peachtree on Thursday, followed by an 11-5 win over New Kent Friday and another walloping of Peachtree, this time by a 18-2 margin, in the state championship game Saturday. The Rockville 8U softball team struggled with the tournament host, but finished as state runner-up in its tournament, also held at Veterans Memorial Fields in Shenandoah. Rockville defeated Manassas twice, 15-1
on Thursday and 9-6 in the consolation bracket final Saturday, but it could not find a solution to Shenandoah. The tournament hosts
knocked Rockville into the consolation bracket with a 10-0 win Friday, then defeated Rockville in the championship game 12-1 Saturday.
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Hanover lacrosse player Madison Pfister (seated, center) commits to continue her academic and athletic career at Virginia Wesleyan University in a signing ceremony at Hanover High School on May 26. With her are (clockwise, from left) her mother, Joy Pfister; her brother, Riley Pfister; Hanover head girls lacrosse coach Matt Ellinghaus; and her father, Ken Pfister.
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Jordan Morris (seated, center) committed to continue his academic and basketball career at Richard Bland College in a signing ceremony at Patrick Henry on June 8. With him are (clockwise, from left), his brother, Elijah Morris; his sister, Layla Morris; his mother, Kim Morris; his father, Rico Morris; and Patrick Henry head baskeball coach Randy Anderson.
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Atlee’s Liam Harris (seated, center) committed to attend Ohio University in a signing ceremony at Atlee High School on June 10. With him are (clockwise, from left) his mother, Heather Harris; Atlee wrestling coach John Moses; his brother, Jude Harris; his sister, Isa Harris; Atlee head wrestling coach Gabe LaVey; and his father, Chad Harris.
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Hanover basketball player Emily Mott (seated, center) commits to continue her academic and athletic career at Randolph-Macon College in a signing ceremony at Hanover High School on May 26. With her are (clockwise, from left) her mother, Lori Mott; her brother, Parker Mott; Peyton Rosso; Hanover assistant girls basketball coach Richard Stewart; and Hanover head basketball coach Dave Butler.
Mechanicsville runner Sierra Puleo (seated, center) committed to continue her academic and athletic career at James Madison University in a signing ceremony at Mechanicsville High School on June 11. With her are (clockwise, from left) her mother, Jen Puleo; Mechanicsville prinicipal Charles Stevens; her brother, Braden Puleo; Mechanicsville head cross country coach Joey Wingo; Mechanicsville Athletic Director Tripp Metzger; and her father, Rick Puleo.
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Mechanicsville Local letters) began a few hundred years earlier (I draw a direct reference to your “hate-whitepeople-classes”). Your comments border on propaganda to join race-hate organizations (which seem to be rapidly growing [“out-of-fear?”]). Be honest with yourself: Donald Trump’s the “Great White Hope,” ain’t he? I spent 24 years in military uniform, guarding the Constitution so folks like you can have “freedom of speech” (as shameful as it gets sometimes in the public forum). Face it: You got “donned.” He’s not only the “greatest con artist who ever drew a breath in human history” . . . he’s also the best I’ve ever seen at stirring up the proverbial bucket of ($£¥#%*!) then watching “others fight” . . . like at the insurrection (with glee, then told Kevin McCarthy “maybe they care more about our country than you,” then said “Mike Pence may or may not do the right thing [throw the election]”). He’s best at seeking out folks who hate each other and then stonewalling the existing problems until they boil over (as in the same terrorist attack on “our” Capitol on Jan. 6). Then there’s your sarcasm with the “well-informed educated people who voted for Joe Biden” (remember the Trump quote, “I love uneducated people”). Let me tell you, as much as I dislike Hillary Clinton, she was much more than just “the first woman on a major national ticket” . . . she was the most experienced candidate for
President of the United States since Dwight “Ike” Eisenhower (the last decent/powerful/respected POTUS) while Trump was the all-time worst. Joe Biden is even more experienced than she was! As for your comment “physically/ cognitively impaired puppet”, are you blind? Are you certified to give such diagnostic comments? As for “impaired” . . . go Google “FTD” (frontotemporal dementia), then watch YouTube (it’ll take all day) to witness all the extensive symptoms Trump showed the world; (trouble [with excuses] walking down a ramp at the United States Military Academy [where he recalled all to for his rambling commencement speech], crooked stance(s), slurred speech (“unnnitedStaace”), chronic rambling in day-to-day conversations, socially inappropriate jesters/behavior, etc. Then “puppet?” Remember (I guess you can remember things you don’t want to) the numerous TrumPutin meetings: behind closed doors, with a different Russian interpreter each time (not once with an English interpreter; then what happened to these Russian interpreters?). Who’s the “puppet?” I’m one of those voters who voted for the best candidate. My first time voting in the national election was Richard Nixon. As a youngin’ in my first election, I read as much as I could to learn about the candidates (in 1972!). Just so happens, I voted Republican for each administration (especially Reagan!) from Nixon all the way to George W. Bush’s first term (then I found out about Dick Cheney and
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We knew none of this as we gathered around him as children and begged him to play the accordion. On some occasions, he’d tease for hours as we waited eagerly and suffered a severe sense of disappointment when he would wander close to the instrument, but not pick it up. And, when it seemed all hope was lost and the long-awaited concert would not occur, he’d scoop up the finely-tuned squeeze box and belt out a series of tunes, all recognizable. In retrospect, I suspect his actual musical
his dedication to the same military/ industrial complex Ike warned us all about in 1960). Google “Ike’s farewell address.” My entire point here is that you’re obviously attached at the hip with “Trumpism.” Your last (part of your letter) comments about “the end” and “dismantling” and “cut off, cut out, cut up” is going on as I write my rebuttal. The end is indeed, here already! Thanks (you got “donned”!). It all began on Jan. 6 at the site of the “pillars of democracy for the entire planet.” It began in 2011 with the “birther BS” (you got “donned” again then too; didn’t ya?). It began when idiots bought/sold “I’d rather be a Russian than a Democrat” T-shirts. It began when the first Black POTUS was blocked at every turn by the “Kentucky turtle.” Your “prophesy” will inevitably come about. Your obvious love of Trumpism will indeed cause that “Civil War 2.0” t’all Trumpers want sooooo badly. Only thing is: One side will not put the other side back together again like it did 156 years ago. China, Russia (because Putin also is a coward and will follow China into the war-torn U.S. as Trump would: behind someone unlike him who has strength), Iran, ISIS, Syria and Kim Jung “Un-human” will all; all of our (global) enemies will swoop in and clean-it-all-up! Then you can explain to your grandchildren who caused it all (by y’all getting “donned” over and over and over, again and again and again). Richard Ryder Mechanicsville
ability on the accordion was limited. It’s not an easy instrument to play, and, to my knowledge, he had no formal training. His routine was always the same. He closed his eyes and searched through a few chords for a starting point, and then joined in with a melody tapped out on tiny keys on the opposite end of the bellows. His foot tapped like a bass drum as he performed his melodies, and the most patriotic of tunes required an accompanying march around my grandmother’s large dining room table. And, yes, he took requests and somehow, could always devise something that sounded
Opinions challenge relationships (Editor’s note: The following was submitted “In response to ‘Integrity Demanded in Elections’,’ submitted by Patsy Lassiter.) The last several years have been difficult all around the world and most keenly, here in the USA. People have taken sides in a culture war that has divided our nation to an extent not seen since the Civil War era. The divisiveness has torn apart families, marriages, friendships, communities, churches. During this time span, I have attended to political news more closely than ever in my nearly six decades here on planet Earth. I have friends, family and neighbors on both sides of this war and I have challenged myself to maintain my relationships regardless of differences of opinion. This has not been easy. The culture war in which we have been tossed is not organic, it is manmade. The division is intentional -- it has been done to us for the benefit of political advantage. We are all entitled to our own opinions. “Opinion” however, is not “fact” or “truth”. Wanting something to be “true” doesn’t make it so. There was a time in our country, right up to the Reagan era, when opinions given through media sources were required to give equal time to the opposing viewpoint. This was the “Fairness Doctrine” and it arose after World War II as a means to mitigate
familiar to your request. Although he always seemed hesitant to perform and, at some times, the expressions on his face were almost painful as he played a song, Uncle Dudley played that accordion for hundreds of children throughout the years. I’m not sure what motivated him, but I thought in later life the accordion was his personal reminder of a life that might have been, far away in a different country. Dudley maintained relationships with many of his old German friends, and, as a child, I remember him speaking of Fritz and other German friends. Many visited over the
the effect of propaganda. We need to reinstate it. With the advent of the internet, information is everywhere. The average person in this era is exposed to as much information in a week as people in the 19th century accessed in their entire lives. Think about this for a moment. At this rate, individuals are exposed to the amount of information that would have been available for 52 lifespans in one year; 520 lifetimes in 10 years. Is it any wonder we are weary? The difference between “media” and “news” is similar to the difference between “opinion” and “fact”. We have a right to free speech, to share and embrace our own opinions. Forgive my redundancy: Wanting something to be true doesn’t make it so. Donald Trump lost the 2020 election. Regardless of the media that claims the election was “stolen”, numerous audits have been conducted in all the places that Trump believed he should have won, by Republican State Legislatures, all arriving at the same conclusion: Joe Biden won. Over the course of the four long years Trump held the position of president, the nation saw that he never admitted to any error, big or small. We also saw that he demanded loyalty from others but did not reciprocate loyalty to anyone who contradicted him in even the smallest matter. These facts are ignored by those who continue to embrace Trump. Ignoring facts does not make them opinion any more than wishing opinions are truth makes them fact. Anita Philp Mechanicsville
decades, and some even moved to America and maintained close relationships with my uncle throughout his life. I hope that old accordion maintains its welldeserved place of dignity in years to come. Perhaps, few will remember the story of Uncle Dudley and his accordion, but for the dozens of a generation who grew up with the man and that musical instrument, it will remind us of his kindness, compassion and ability to make special memories that last a lifetime. And for those of us who were lucky enough to benefit from his compassion and love of family, one glance at that old accordion tells the story.
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Richmond region embraces The Basics program for kids Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com RICHMOND – Early childhood champions throughout the Richmond region are getting back to The Basics … literally! A wide variety of nonprofit organizations, social services and government agencies, school systems and healthcare entities are rallying around The Basics, which are five simple and powerful things that parents, caregivers and child care providers can do to help young children thrive in the early years. The Basics provide the framework and easy-to-use tools for interacting with little learners in fun and meaningful ways. These
five evidence-based parenting and care-giving principles can benefit children from all backgrounds and across the spectrum of socio-economic factors: z Maximize Love, Manage Stress z Talk, Sing, and Point z Count, Group, and Compare z Explore through Movement and Play z Read and Discuss Stories Founded in Boston by Ron Ferguson, Ph.D., The Basics Inc. grew out of the Achievement Gap Initiative at Harvard University in partnership with the Black Philanthropy Fund. Amy Bartilotti, coordinator of the Office of Family &
Community Engagement at Chesterfield County Public Schools, heard Dr. Ferguson speak at a conference in 2017 and immediately knew she wanted to bring The Basics to RVA. “The Basics give parents and caregivers the tools to encourage brain development long before a child starts formal schooling in kindergarten,” said Bartilotti. “The five principles are so simple and yet they’re a huge gamechanger, leveraging everyday learning opportunities to nurture a child’s natural curiosity about their world and give them confi-
dence to keep exploring.” “Science shows that 80 percent of brain growth happens by the age of three,” said Meg Pienkowski, Ph.D., vice president of community partnerships and programs at Smart Beginnings Greater Richmond, a regional school readiness initiative providing leadership for The Basics. “Young brains develop like little muscles, getting stronger the more that families and child care providers interact with and are responsive to babies and toddlers.” All of The Basics can be integrated seamlessly into a child’s day-to-day routine. Best of all, there’s no purchase required to implement any of the five prin-
ciples. “Singing, dancing, talking, pointing, counting and reading are just a few examples of how a parent or caregiver can use The Basics to be a child’s first teacher in the all-important early years from birth to age five,” said Dr. Pienkowski. “We want to assure parents that they are doing a great job and to keep it up by trying an additional fun, brainbuilding activity from The Basics with their little one.” Many child care centers in RVA have enjoyed creating hands-on projects tied to The Basics. “We sent home a kit of pasta in different colors along with a list of things to do with the noodles such as sorting, count-
ing, comparing and grouping them,” said Peggy Moore, director of Bon Air Baptist Preschool. “We aimed to demonstrate how parents can use items in their homes as teaching tools — it’s just that easy.” According to Marie Harper, director of Salisbury Presbyterian Preschool, some effortless opportunities to use The Basics occur when adults are driving in the car with their preschool passengers. “Point to a street sign and talk about its shape and color,” she said. “If there’s a picture on the sign, such as railroad tracks, talk about what that means. Take advantage of environmental print
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PUBLIC NOTICE The Hanover County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on July 28, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. in the Hanover County Administration Building, 7516 County Complex Road, Hanover Courthouse, Hanover, Virginia for a public hearing on the following ordinance being proposed for adoption: ORDINANCE 21-08 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE HANOVER COUNTY CODE, CHAPTER 6, BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION REGULATIONS, SECTIONS 6-51, 6-52, AND 6-54 TO (1) CLARIFY THAT AN OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITY TO REMOVE, REPAIR OR SECURE UNSAFE BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES DOES NOT APPLY TO “FARM BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES”, (2) AUTHORIZE THE BUILDING OFFICIAL TO TAKE EMERGENCY MEASURES TO SECURE OR REPAIR AN UNSAFE STRUCTURE, AFTER NOTICE TO THE OWNER, AND (3) PROVIDE THE CRITERIA FOR WHEN A BUILDING OR STRUCTURE SHALL BE SUBJECT TO THE UNSAFE BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES REGULATIONS SET FORTH IN THE HANOVER COUNTY CODE. A complete copy of the proposed ordinance and related information is available at the office of the County Administrator any regular working day between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. All persons wishing to comment on the proposal may appear at the stated time
PUBLIC NOTICE The Hanover County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on July 28, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. in the Hanover County Administration Building, 7516 County Complex Road, Hanover Courthouse, Hanover, Virginia for a public hearing on the following ordinance being proposed for adoption: ORDINANCE 21-09 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE HANOVER COUNTY CODE, CHAPTER 22, TAXATION, SECTIONS 22-50 AND 22-53, TO INCORPORATE RECENT CHANGES TO THE CODE OF VIRGINIA REGARDING THE AVAILABILITY OF A PERSONAL PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE OWNED BY A DISABLED VETERAN, AS DEFINED IN THE CODE OF VIRGINIA, OR BY A SPOUSE OF SUCH VETERAN. A complete copy of the proposed ordinance and related information is available at the office of the County Administrator any regular working day between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. All persons wishing to comment on the proposal may appear at the stated time and place.
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in everyday life such as store signs, candy wrappers and food labels, to help children make important connections.” One of the most ardent advocates of The Basics is Virginia First Lady Pamela Northam, a former pediatric occupational therapist and science educator. “The Governor and I believe every child in Virginia is capable of success in school and beyond if given access to the resources they need,” she said. “The Basics are a simple, but vitally important, set of steps we can all follow to ensure we support our children’s healthy development. For example, every family walk is a great opportunity for a ‘Count, Group, and Compare’ activity. Growing up in Hampton Roads we loved collecting shells, flowers, and pinecones. These simple activities are the building blocks of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) education and can lead to a deeper dive of learning through ‘Reading and Discussing Stories,’ another principle of The Basics.” The website is rvabasics.org. features free, downloadable Tip Sheets with a list of suggested activities for each of the five principles of The Basics along with other resources designed for specific audiences such as parents and caregivers, educators, healthcare providers, faith-based organizations and the community. In addition to Smart Beginnings Greater Richmond, collaborative partners for The Basics in the Richmond region include Chesterfield County and Chesterfield County Public Schools, Children’s Museum of Richmond, ChildSavers, ExCELL, Family Lifeline, Hanover County, Henrico County Public Library, Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, Library of Virginia, Reach Out and Read, Richmond Public Library, Science Museum of Virginia, VCU Health, Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and VPM Early Childhood Education.
PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Hanover County Board of Supervisors has set Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at 6:00 P.M., or as soon thereafter as the Board’s consideration of the administrative agenda permits, 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: OOV2021-00001, NORTHLAKE PROPERTIES, L.L.C. Requests an Ordinance of Vacation in accordance with Section 15.2-2272, Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, to vacate a portion of the variable width slope and drainage easement, in Northlake, Sections 3 and 4, in the ASHLAND MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT, as shown on the plat prepared by Timmons, recorded June 30, 2003, in Plat Book 36, Pages 612, in the office of the Clerk of the Hanover County Circuit Court, on the parcel designated as GPIN 7788-49-3379. (PUBLIC HEARING) CUP2021-00008, BANNER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (FAIRMOUNT CHRISTIAN CHURCH) Request(s) to amend CUP-9-89 AM. 1-16, Fairmount Christian Church, in accordance with Section 26-20.21 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance, to add school-related uses on GPIN 8723-37-7812, consisting of approximately 25.84 acres, zoned A-1, Agricultural District, and M-1(c), Limited Industrial District with conditions, and located on the east line of Creighton Road (State Route 615) approximately 575 feet north of its intersection with Interstate 295. The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Multi-use. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Cold Harbor REZ2021-00005, WILLIAM WAYNE LAUTERBACH Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District, to AR-6(c), Agricultural Residential District with conditions, on GPIN 8727-71-1295, consisting of approximately 5.67 acres, and located on the south line of Studley Road (State Route 606) approximately 125 feet east of its intersection with Buck Trail (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 additional building lot for a family member for a gross density of one (1) dwelling unit per 2.84 acres. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Henry REZ2021-00006, 6127 MECHANICSVILLE TURNPIKE, L.L.C. Request(s) an amendment to the proffers and conceptual plan approved with rezoning request C-33-87(c), Frances L. and Wesley F. Dean, on GPIN 8725-72-7537, consisting of approximately 1.61 acres, zoned B-1(c), Neighborhood Business District with conditions. The property is located on the southwest quadrant of the intersection of Mechanicsville Turnpike (U.S. Route 360) and Pebblepath Parkway (State Route 2120). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Suburban General (1.5 – 3 Dwelling Units Per Acre). The proposed zoning amendment would permit an existing bank structure to be converted to a veterinary hospital. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Cold Harbor SE2021-00017, 6127 MECHANICSVILLE TURNPIKE, L.L.C. Request(s) a Special Exception Permit in accordance with Section 26-337 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit parking in a required thoroughfare buffer on GPIN 8725-72-7537, consisting of approximately 1.61 acres, zoned B-1(c), Neighborhood Business District with conditions, and located on the southwest quadrant of Mechanicsville Turnpike (U.S. Route 360) and Pebblepath Parkway (State Route 2120). (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Cold Harbor SE2021-00016, HOMETOWN REALTY SERVICES, INC. Request(s) a Special Exception Permit in accordance with Section 26-338 of the Hanover County Zoning Ordinance to permit a sign larger than permitted on GPIN 8706-62-5060, consisting of approximately 12.98 acres, zoned RS(c), Single-Family Residential District with conditions, and located on the east line of Shady Grove Road (State Route 640) at its intersection with Old Oaklawn Drive (State Route 1201). (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Chickahominy REZ2021-00002, DAVID N. HAMILTON, ET AL. Request(s) to rezone from A-1, Agricultural District and AR-6(c), Agricultural Residential District with conditions, to AR-6(c), Agricultural Residential District with conditions on GPINs 7871-10-9202, 7871-02-8509, and 7871-11-9890, consisting of approximately 170.81 acres, and located on the east line of Independence Road (State Route 669) approximately 600 feet south of its intersection with Blunts Road (State Route 716). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Agricultural. The proposed zoning amendment would permit the creation of 27 building lots for a gross density of one (1) dwelling unit per 6.33 acres. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: Beaverdam REZ2020-00043, BETTY F. GIRAGOSIAN, ET AL. Request(s) an amendment to the conceptual plan and proffers approved with rezoning request C-28-15(c), Am. 1-17, C Falls II, L.L.C., and a rezoning from A-1, Agricultural District, and RS(c), Single-Family Residential District with conditions, to RM(c), Multi-Family Residential District with conditions on GPINs 7777-98-9007, 7777-98-4439, 7777-97-2718(part) and 7777-88-6696(part), consisting of a 14.08-acre portion of the Chickahominy Falls Subdivision (179.72 acres). The property is located on the southwest corner of the intersection of Cedar Lane (State Route 623) and Holly Hill Road (State Route 713). The subject property is designated on the General Land Use Plan Map as Suburban General (1.5-3 Dwelling Units Per Acre). The proposed zoning amendment would permit the addition of 48 lots to a 404-unit subdivision for a total of 452 dwelling units; this represents an increase in the overall density from 2.27 dwelling units per gross acre to 2.52 dwelling units per gross acre. (PUBLIC HEARING) Magisterial District: South Anna 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., please contact the Planning Office or you may also go to https://www.hanovercounty.gov/697/Board-of-Supervisors-Upcoming-and-Archiv for more information. Ashland-Hanover Local July 14, 2021 13
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING HANOVER COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS The Hanover County Board of Supervisors has set July 28, 2021,
NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION SPECIAL COMMISSIONER’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE HANOVER COUNTY, VIRGINIA Pursuant to the terms of those certain Decrees of Sale entered in the Circuit Court of Hanover County, the undersigned Special Commissioner will offer the following parcels for sale to the highest bidder at a Simulcast (online and in-person) public auction to be held at the Hanover County Administration Building in the Board Room, on Thursday July 29, 2021, at 12:00 pm, EST., or as soon thereafter as may be effected. The sale of such property is subject to the terms and conditions below and any such terms and conditions which may be announced on the day of the auction. Announcements made on the day of the auction take precedence over any prior written or verbal terms of sale. Property Owner
at 6:00 p.m. in the Board meeting room at the Hanover County Administration Building, 7516 County Complex Road, at Hanover Courthouse, Hanover, Virginia, as
as GPIN 7788-48-3841 in the Ashland District.
David Purcell, et al.
Tax Map No. 8705-66-0678 Acct No. 10172871 TACS No. 300745
15.91 +/- acres fronting Shady Grove Road; back portion of parcel is adjacent to Interstate 295
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Kira Elizabeth Bazile
Tax Map No. 7777-59-9546 Acct No. 10169769 TACS No. 580836
5.01 +/- acres along Old Washington Highway
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Noble Ahmed Henderson
Tax Map No. 7855-09-0585 Acct No. 20998 TACS No. 456490
2.0 +/- acres along Verdon Road N/S RT 684 S/S C&O Railway
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Drucilla Wiggins
Tax Map No. 7788-25-6490 Acct No. 10161885 TACS No. 580835
0.46 +/- acres Carter Heights Lot 6
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Drucilla Wiggins
Tax Map No. 7788-25-5384 Acct No. 10160835 TACS No. 580835
0.45 +/- acres Carter Heights Lot 5
All persons desiring to be heard above may appear at the stated time and place. Copies of the subject quitclaims are available for inspection at the office of the County Administrator any regular working day between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
___________________________ John A. Budesky, County Administrator
HANOVER COUNTY, VIRGINIA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FISCAL YEAR 2022 PROPOSED BUDGET AMENDMENT Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to Virginia Code Section 15.2-2507, the Hanover County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on an amendment to the FY22 Budget in the amount of $29,274,115 of federal funds distributed in accordance with the American Rescue Plan Act. These funds will be used by Hanover County and the Hanover County Public Schools to make purchases related to the expansion of broadband service, COVID-19 pandemic response and mitigation, local small business and community support, student support services, and learning loss in accordance with federal regulations. This public hearing will be held on Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Room of the Hanover County Administration Building, 7516 County Complex Road, Hanover, Virginia. At that time, interested persons may present written or oral statements and ask questions regarding the proposed budget amendment. Those wishing to provide comment without attending in person may leave a message at phone number (804) 365-3333 or send an email to Boardcitizencomments@hanovercounty.gov.
_____________________________________________ John A. Budesky, County Administrator
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the time, date and place for a public hearing concerning the quitclaim of a variable width slope and drainage easement and a Regional BMP easement on the property designated
Identification
GENERAL TERMS OF SALE: All sales are subject to confirmation by the Circuit Court of Hanover County. The Treasurer and Special Commissioner have the right to reject any bids determined to be unreasonable in relation to the estimated value of the Property. Properties are conveyed by Special Warranty Deed, subject to any easements, covenants, agreements, restrictions, reservations, and any and all rights of record which may affect the property. Properties are offered for sale as-is, where is, with all faults and without any warranty, either expressed or implied. Persons are encouraged to make a visual inspection of the property within the limits of the law and to obtain an independent title search, at their own expense, prior to bidding on any of the properties to determine the suitableness of the property for their purposes. It is not guaranteed that the property has a right-of-way or that it is not landlocked. Property is sold in gross and not by the acre. Subsequent taxes will be prorated from July 29, 2021 and the highest bidder will be responsible for taxes from that date forward. Any unsold property will be offered for sale again at the next auction, whenever that may be. There will be a 10% buyer’s premium added to the final bid to determine the “final contract price”. The buyer’s premium is due upon the close of the auction and will be in addition to the required deposit amount. The highest bidder shall make a deposit in the amount of twenty-five percent (25%) or One Thousand Dollars ($1,000.00), whichever is higher. Deposits shall not exceed Twenty Thousand Dollars ($20,000.00), per parcel. Such sum shall be held by the Special Commissioner and credited towards the purchase price following confirmation of the sale. Bids which are less than One Thousand Dollars ($1,000.00) shall be required to be paid in full In-Person Bidders Terms: The deposit and buyer’s premium are due on the day of the auction. No cash will be accepted. Online Bidders Terms: All interested parties must register and be approved by the Auctioneer. Registration and bidding are free of charge and are done through the Auctioneer’s website at www.forsaleatauction.biz/auctions. The highest bidder will receive their purchase contract and balance due via email following the close of the auction. The contract shall immediately be executed and returned to TACS. The balance due must be received in full no later than August 5, 2021. Time is of the essence. All payments must be made in the form of certified funds, cashier’s check, money order or wire transfer. Cash and personal checks will not be accepted. GENERAL TERMS OF SALE: The balance of the purchase price shall be deposited by the highest bidder with the Special Commissioner within fifteen (15) days of confirmation of the sale by the Court. Recording costs for deed recordation will be the responsibility of the successful bidder and will be due with the balance of the purchase price. By bidding, parties are entering into a legally binding contract, waive all rescission rights, and understand that their bid is immediately binding, irrevocable, and enforceable. Additionally, by bidding, parties are representing that they have read, and agree to be bound by, all terms and conditions for this sale. Failure to complete the property purchase will result in forfeiture of any funds paid and may subject the highest bidder to additional damages, which may include expenses and any deficit upon resale. To qualify as a purchaser at this auction, you may not owe delinquent taxes to Hanover County and you may not be a Defendant in any delinquent tax suit. Questions concerning the registration and bidding process should be directed to the Auctioneer; online at www.forsaleatauction.biz,, by email to: inquiry@forsaleatauction.biz or by phone to Andy Austin, at (434) 294-6093. Questions concerning the properties should be directed to TACS online at www.taxva.com,, by email to taxsales@taxva.com, by phone to (804) 548-4429 or by writing to the address below. Jeffrey A. Scharf, Esq. Taxing Authority Consulting Services, PC Re: Hanover County Judicial Auction P.O. Box 31800 Henrico, Virginia 23294
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