The Goochland Gazette – 05/24/2023

Parents, students

New CVWMA recycling carts rolling into county

COMMUNITY REPORT

The Central Virginia Waste Management Authority joined o cials from Goochland, Henrico and Hanover counties in May to celebrate the first deliveries of new recycling carts to 95,000 households.

The 95-gallon carts are being delivered to all homes that recycle with the authority in Goochland and Hanover —and all single-family homes in Henrico—and represents the largest cart rollout in the authority’s history.

The CVWMA is a publicservice authority established in 1990 to assist the region with recycling and solid waste management initiatives.

“This endeavor is part of a broad, regional approach to increase access to recycling and provide residents with the tools and education they need to be involved,” said Kim Hynes, CVWMA executive director.

The carts are being funded in part with a $1.5 million grant from The Recycling Partnership, a national nonprofit that advocates for building a better recycling system in U.S. communities.

“The Partnership, with support from PepsiCo Foundation,

INSIDE: Local shelter kitty

Aria still waiting on a new home.

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Volume 67, No. 21 • Wednesday, May 24, 2023

thank Goochland County Sheri ’s O ce after incident at high school. See Page 4

TRUE COLORS: GOOCHLAND DAY OFFERED CHANCE TO SHOW OFF HOMETOWN SPIRIT

A participant in last Saturday’s Goochland Day parade let her red, white and blue costume do the talking as she made her way down the Courthousearea parade route. For more photos from Goochland Day, see page 5.

GoochlandCares stressing importance of mental health care

COMMUNITY REPORT

Local nonprofit GoochlandCares has announced that this year’s Mental Health Awareness Month theme is “More than Enough.”

Mental Health Awareness

Month has been in observance since 1949, and in that time treatment options have come a long way. Awareness has increased over the past few years in part because mental health problems were ex-

acerbated by the isolation and trauma of COVID-19. Two in five adults report anxiety and depression, and two in five teens describe experiencing persistent sadness or hopelessness.

colleagues, and loved ones are battling mental health challenges and cannot always access treatment due to lack of resources and insurance,” said Ruth Baldwin,

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“Many of our friends,

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Parents, students

New CVWMA recycling carts rolling into county

COMMUNITY REPORT

The Central Virginia Waste Management Authority joined o cials from Goochland, Henrico and Hanover counties in May to celebrate the first deliveries of new recycling carts to 95,000 households.

The 95-gallon carts are being delivered to all homes that recycle with the authority in Goochland and Hanover —and all single-family homes in Henrico—and represents the largest cart rollout in the authority’s history.

The CVWMA is a publicservice authority established in 1990 to assist the region with recycling and solid waste management initiatives.

“This endeavor is part of a broad, regional approach to increase access to recycling and provide residents with the tools and education they need to be involved,” said Kim Hynes, CVWMA executive director.

The carts are being funded in part with a $1.5 million grant from The Recycling Partnership, a national nonprofit that advocates for building a better recycling system in U.S. communities.

“The Partnership, with support from PepsiCo Foundation,

INSIDE: Local shelter kitty

Aria still waiting on a new home.

SEE PAGE 3

Volume 67, No. 21 • Wednesday, May 24, 2023

thank Goochland County Sheri ’s O ce after incident at high school. See Page 4

TRUE COLORS: GOOCHLAND DAY OFFERED CHANCE TO SHOW OFF HOMETOWN SPIRIT

A participant in last Saturday’s Goochland Day parade let her red, white and blue costume do the talking as she made her way down the Courthousearea parade route. For more photos from Goochland Day, see page 5.

GoochlandCares stressing importance of mental health care

COMMUNITY REPORT

Local nonprofit GoochlandCares has announced that this year’s Mental Health Awareness Month theme is “More than Enough.”

Mental Health Awareness

Month has been in observance since 1949, and in that time treatment options have come a long way. Awareness has increased over the past few years in part because mental health problems were ex-

acerbated by the isolation and trauma of COVID-19. Two in five adults report anxiety and depression, and two in five teens describe experiencing persistent sadness or hopelessness.

colleagues, and loved ones are battling mental health challenges and cannot always access treatment due to lack of resources and insurance,” said Ruth Baldwin,

Please see CARE, Page 2 Please see CARTS, Page 2

“Many of our friends,

PHOTO BY ASH DANIEL

a licensed clinical social worker with GoochlandCares. “This is especially true in rural and other underserved communities.”

The lack of access to treatment calls attention to strategies and approaches that help all Americans achieve wellness and good mental and overall health. Basic steps to maintain well-being involve focusing on a balanced diet, regular exercise, proper sleep, a sense of self-worth, coping

skills that promote resiliency and connections to family, friends, and the community. “These steps can be complemented through regular mental health checkups,” Baldwin said.

GoochlandCares is working to ensure that the community is aware of the organization’s mental health program. Mental health evaluations, medications, and counseling are available for many uninsured clients who meet the organization’s eligibility guidelines but are ineligible for the GoochlandPowhatan Community Services Board (CSB).

The CSB is the state mental health program. The CSB main phone number is (804) 5565400 and the emergency services hotline is (804) 556-3716 or (804) 5982697. To find out more about the Mental Health program at GoochlandCares call (804) 5560405.

For assistance with any mental health issue, call the Mental Health Services Administration’s National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP or visit www.FindSupport. gov.

GOOCHLAND HISTORY REVEALED

Carts

is excited to see these recycling carts start to roll out,” said Mari Long, community program manager. “The carts will provide residents with more capacity to recycle more materials and keep valuable recyclables out of the landfill.”

In addition to the grant, the authority is in the process of securing a loan from Closed Loop Partners, a leading investment firm that supports recycling services and infrastructure.

“This collaboration is a key part of our work to advance local collection infrastructure in the U.S., which we view as critical to building a robust recycling value chain and more broadly, a circular

economy,” said Jennifer Louie, head of the Infrastructure Group at Closed Loop Partners.

A circular economy is an economic system based on the reuse and regeneration of materials or products. The carts themselves were manufactured in part with recycled plastic, including some from old Henrico County trash cans. Cart delivery is anticipated to be complete by June 30. Residents can begin using them as soon as they arrive.

“This is an important milestone for curbside recyclers in Goochland County and our neighboring localities,” said Vic Carpenter, Goochland county administrator. “These new carts will not only provide our residents with greater access and opportunities to recycle, but they will also make it

easier to contain material for pick up.”

Each new cart will come with instructions. Recycling collection with CVWMA is every other week. The following items are accepted:

Aluminum and steel cans

Mixed paper and cardboard

Plastic bottles, containers and tubs

Food and beverage cartons

Food and beverage glass bottles and jars

More information about the new carts is available at https://cvwma.com/ recycling-2023. More information about curbside recycling in Goochland County is available at https://www.goochlandva.us/256/CurbsideRecycling.

— Submitted by Goochland County

PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF BILL HADEN

This photo, taken around 1920, depicts a baseball game being played at the state Farm in the early part of the twentieth century. Baseball became commonplace in prisons across the nation in the early 20th Century, in the hope that it would boost morale and promote rehabilitation among the inmates.

EVEN IN PRISON, CALL WAS ‘PLAY BALL!’

Meet Aria, the Fabulous Feline! Are you ready to welcome a glamorous diva into your life? Look no further because Aria, the longhaired wonder, is here to steal your heart and bring a whole lot of purrfection into your home! With her luscious coat and majestic tail, she’s practically a feline supermodel. Move over, runway models, there’s a new queen in town, but let’s not get carried away by her beauty alone. Aria is more than just a pretty face; she has the demeanor to match her good looks. Now, let’s talk about Aria’s hobbies. She’s a true connoisseur of luxury. If you’ve ever dreamt of having a feline companion who appreciates the finer things in life, Aria is the one for you. She loves lounging on satin cushions, sipping from crystal water bowls, and dining on the most decadent cat treats. She’s not afraid to indulge herself, and she’ll show you how to live your life in style! Aria is about 3 years old, is spayed, chipped, tested, and fully vetted. The Goochland Animal Shelter is located at 1900 Hidden Rock Lane

in Goochland. For more information on the many pets still in need of homes, call (804) 556-5302. You also can visit the shelter on Facebook at “Goochland County Animal Control.”

The shelter’s hours are Tuesday and Wednesday

Post 215 will host Memorial Day ceremony

COMMUNITY REPORT

On Memorial Day, Monday, May 29, at 10 a.m., American Legion Post 215 will be sponsoring a tribute to the people have died protecting our freedoms in conflicts across the world. The ceremony will take place on the Goochland Courthouse Green at 2938 River Rd West. In addition to Post 215 members, the ceremony will include the Goochland High School Marine Corps JROTC, students from the GHS Veteran’s Project, and

Memorial

the Goochland Sheriff’s Office. Goochland Board of Supervisors member, John Lumpkins, will deliver the keynote address.

At the conclusion of the ceremony, the Post 215 Honor Guard will execute a three-shot volley (with blank ammunition) followed by Taps.

The soldiers, sailors, aviators, and marines who died for our freedom represent the diverse patchwork that is the United States of America. They were rich

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UPCOMING PROGRAMS AT THE GOOCHLAND BRANCH LIBRARY

Family storytime at the Goochland Branch Library. Thursdays, June 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29, 10 –10:30 a.m. enjoy a fun time with books, signing, rhymes, and much more! For ages 0-5 with caregiver.

Call (804) 556-4774 or visit the library at 3075 River Road West for more information.

Toddler/Preschool s torytime at the Goochland Branch Library.

Fridays, June 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30, 10 – 10:30 a.m. enjoy books, music, fingerplays, and much more at storytime! For ages 2-5 with a

caregiver. Call (804) 556-4774 or visit the library at 3075 River Road West for more information.

Goochland Bridge Club at the Goochland Branch Library. Mondays, June 5, 12, 19, & 26, 3 – 5 p.m. ages 18 & up. The Goochland Bridge Club is for those that want to learn how to play or those with a basic knowledge of the game. each week there will be instruction and play time. Call (804) 556-4774 or visit the library at 3075 River Road West for more information.

Volunteen Training at the Goochland Branch Library. Tuesday, June 6, 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. For ages

13-18. Looking for volunteer service hours? Join us for a training session and learn about opportunities to help with summer reading and more! Call (804) 556-4774 or visit the library at 3075 River Road West for more information.

yoga at the Goochland Branch Library. Wednesdays, June 7, 14, 21, & 28, 4 — 5 p.m. For ages 18 & up. Bring your mat and join us for a yoga session that aims to promote strength, flexibility, and balance.

Led by certified instructor, Kathleen Tsengas. Call (804) 556-4774 or visit the library at 3075 River Road West for more information.

Writing for Joy at the Goochland Branch Library. Wednesdays, June 7 & 21, 7 — 8:45 p.m. For adults 18 & up. a creative writing discussion group for those that are interested in sharing original writings, participating in prompted writings, and encouraging others in their pursuit of writing. This program is open to “would be” writers, experienced writers, and writers of all skill levels. Call (804) 556-4774 or visit the library at 3075 River Road West for more information.

Friday Book Club at the Goochland Branch Library. Friday, June 9, 11 a.m. — noon. ages 18 and up. Join us to discuss our monthly book

choice! Call (804) 556-4774 or visit the library at 3075 River Road West for more information.

summer Reading Kickoff Party at the Goochland Branch Library. Tuesday, June 13, 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. all ages. Join us for a fun night of crafts, games, and Kona Ice! It’s a great time to sign up for summer Reading. Call (804) 556-4774 or visit the library at 3075 River Road West for more information.

action Figure art Class at the Goochland Branch Library. Wednesday, June 14, 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. For ages 10-18. Meet local artist Curtis Brown and learn techniques to draw your own superhero action figure. Call (804) 556-4774 or visit the library at 3075 River Road West for more information.

adult Game night at the Goochland Branch Library. Thursday, June 22, 5:30 — 8:30 p.m. For ages 18 & up. Grab a friend and join us for a fun night of gaming and socializing. We provide board/card games, nintendo on the big screen and free wifi for online gaming. Popcorn Bar and Mocktails provided by the Friends of the Goochland Library. Call (804) 556-4774 or visit the library at 3075 River Road West for more information.

Children’s s torytelling with

Woven yarns at the Goochland Branch Library. saturday, June 24, 10 — 11 a.m. For PreK — 6th Grade. Join us for a fun-filled session of storytelling with songs, folk tales, and hand puppets. Meet the storytelling team of “Woven yarns”, dee Kysor and George Crafts as they take you on an adventure with all creatures living together in harmony. Call (804) 556-4774 or visit the library at 3075 River Road West for more information.

Mystery Book Club at the Goochland Branch Library. Tuesday, June 27, 10 — 11 a.m. ages 18 & up. Join us to discuss our chosen mystery title for the month. Call (804) 556-4774 or visit the library at 3075 River Road West for more information.

UPCOMING PROGRAMS AT THE COCHRANE ROCKVILLE LIBRARY

Family storytime. Friday, June 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30, 10:30 — 11 a.m. enjoy a fun time with books, signing, rhymes, and much more! Family storytime is for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. Call (804) 749-3146 or visit the library at 16600 Pouncey Tract Road for more information.

First Friday Films at the Cochrane Rockville Branch Library. Friday, June 2, 4 — 6 p.m. Round up the

neighborhood crew and catch a full-length feature film the first Friday of every month! Call (80) 7493146 or visit the library at 16600 Pouncey Tract Road for more information. Giant Game day! at the Cochrane Rockville Branch Library. saturday, June 3, 1 — 3 p.m. all ages. Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of giant games! Call (804) 749-3146 or visit the library at 16600 Pouncey Tract Road for more information.

Read 2 Rover at the Cochrane Rockville Branch Library. Thursday, June 15, 4:30 — 5:30 p.m. Grades K-2. Read 2 Rover provides comfort and motivation for beginning readers as they read aloud to Colby or Pepper, our therapy dogs. space is limited. Call the Rockville Branch Library at (804) 749-3146 or visit the library for more information to register for this rewarding program! Old dominion appalachian Trail Club at the Cochrane Rockville Branch Library. Tuesday, June 20, 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. all ages. Learn all about the beautiful hiking trails in Virginia with Pat doyle, president of the Old dominion appalachian Trail Club! Registration required. Call (804) 749-3146 or visit the library at 16600 Pouncey Tract Road for more information.

PARENTS, STUDENTS THANK GCSO AFTER INCIDENT AT HIGH SCHOOL

One week after the Goochland County sheriff’s Office (GCsO) responded to a text threat targeting Goochland High school, a group of parents and students stopped by the sheriff’s Office building to drop off some treats as a gesture of their gratitude. “We are honored and humbled to serve this amazing community,” the GCsO posted on Facebook, “and we’re constantly reminded of the importance of strong partnerships, especially in times of adversity.”Thank you so much to you all for your unwavering support.

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For the love of Goochland

From music to food to the return of everyone’s favorite parade, this year’s Goochland day celebration was a resounding success.

PHOTOS BY ASH DANIEL

even a few characters from star Wars got in on the action.

The Goochland day parade has quickly become one of the most anticipated events of the year.

The Gospel Music Workshop of america brought their talents to Goochland day.

Miss Goochland 2023 dakota Higgs enjoyed the festivities.

Liza Cioffi of Courthouse Creek cider serves up a taste of the local business’s popular offerings.

Cub scout Parrish Moody takes part in a martial arts demo.

Has America soured on the Royals?

JIM RIDOLPHI Contributing Columnist

There are few things in life more relaxing than a late July day lounging on a Nags Head Beach, and that’s where I found myself in July, 1981. Like many other local families, we chose a week at the beach as our summer vacation, and the Outer Banks was still uncrowded and offered a certain allure with its pirate history and mysterious legacy.

But, on this day, the normally leisurely pace was disrupted by an excitement derived from an event taking place an ocean away, the marriage of Princess Diana and Prince Charles. And our day at the beach turned to a daylong almost voyeuristic peek at the Royal family through constant television coverage, and the pomp and circumstance of a royal wedding. Americans couldn’t get enough, and news of the wedding flooded the airwaves attracting a worldwide audience.

I contrast the mood of that occasion with the collective yawn expressed by most Americans as Prince Charles ascended to the throne recently. Early ratings revealed more Britains watched the late Queen’s funeral

To this day, some war stories still confound

than the Coronation, and fewer Americans showed interest in what once a momentous event that attracted global attention. That doesn’t mean the Brits didn’t make every effort to promote the event, spending a reported $125 million on the ceremony that attracted dignitaries from the Crown’s shrinking empire as well as official delegations from numerous countries. First Lady Jill Biden represented her husband, a move that some equated to a snub from the American aristocracy, but White House officials claimed it was no more than a traditional diplomatic move. Turns out other American presidents have taken a pass on past coronations.

All of this doesn’t indicate that America’s bond with England is less than substantial, and we still watch with intrigue as the royal family continually makes headlines; but maybe were fed up with the more than pretentious lifestyle associated with the crowned ones coupled with the endless streams of controversy.

I heard a British commentator who explained Charles’ lack of embrace by the public by explaining he’s less likable that the recently passed

Queen or Diana. No doubt Charles is no rock star, but I’m thinking a regime that surrounds itself with jewels and riches while its citizens struggle to make ends meet might also have something to do with the lack of public acceptance.

Looking back to the that day in Nags Head, perhaps we were more infatuated with the story book tale of Charles and Diana, a love story we now know was mostly invented.

And that was before we had been flooded with royal news that painted a less than favorable picture of life in the castle. Maybe the bubble broke with Prince Andrew and Fergie’s misguided exploits, or perhaps we overdosed on Prince Harry and Meghan’s public pursuit of privacy. In any event, our lack of interest in Charles coronation wasn’t an exclusive American viewpoint. Surveys showed large number of Brits also didn’t watch the event, and big name performers like Adele, Ed Sheeran and the Spice Girls turned down invites to perform at the gala.

In any case, the who cares attitude may be a sign of things to come for monarchs universally. As one commentator said, “People just aren’t that keen on Kings anymore.”

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Editor’s note: The following is part of a continuing series in which we ask readers to share a true story with us—any story—as long as it happened to them or a family member. Do you have a story to tell? Send it to news@ goochlandgazette.com.

One of my good friends in the late seventies was a former Marine infantry sergeant named Terry. He was leading a sixman squad on night patrol in Vietnam, when they were fired on from a village, with a machine gun. They were surrounded by rice paddies, and hiding behind the gravestones in a small cemetery on a little knoll outside of the village. They were exposed and had basically no cover. Rice paddies obviously being flat as water, and Terry was a great big guy.

The rules of engagement that Henry Kissinger negotiated (and the DC politicians agreed to) included maps designating certain villages as “friendly”, and therefore it was against policy for the US to hit them. Terry radioed for an air strike on the village, but the operator said, “I can’t, it’s a friendly village.” You can imagine how Terry reacted, he went berserk. A different voice got on the phone and said, “Son, I’ll have you know you don’t talk to my radio operator like that. I’m a full-bird Marine

colonel! Don’t use language like that!” Terry shouted, “I don’t care if you’re God Almighty! If you don’t hit that village with an air strike, I’m going to kill you with my bare hands if we live through this. THEY’RE FIRING ON US!”

He threw the radio away and hollered to his squad, “They’re not coming!”

During those years in the military, we had a grenade launcher that was lethal. You could put a grenade down a rat hole, it was really effective. Terry hollered to his grenadier, “I’m going to run forward and throw a grenade, and in the flash you better hit that gun, or we’re all dead!” He jumped up and went splashing through the rice paddies. Terry was 6’3” and weighed about 250, he was a big guy. Once he got to where he thought he was close enough, he planted his feet, threw a grenade, then heard a splash.

He was going to try to throw two of them, so when he heard the splash, he thought he had dropped the second one. When he looked down, he saw a flash, and that’s the last thing he remembered from Vietnam. He woke up in a hospital in the States three or four months later, in a body cast.

One day (after he had come out of the coma and was halfway on the mend), his grenadier came into the room laughing. Terry said, “What in the name of con-

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science is so funny?” “Do you remember that night in Vietnam?” he asked. Terry answered, “Yeah, everything right up to the flash between my legs.” He told him, “Yeah, well, they saw you coming, and they got you with a grenade right after you threw yours. But the reason I’m laughing is that you must have been scared to death when you threw your grenade, because it went off about a quarter of a mile behind the village.” Terry smiled at the hyperbole and said, “Yeah, I guess I was scared.” The grenadier continued, “But anyway, in that brief flash, man, I nailed them, I got ‘em all. You were so cut up, we just put you in a body bag, we knew you were dead, you were just covered in blood. But you squeaked when we threw you on the floor of the medevac chopper, so I cut your bag open with a bayonet, and the medic saved you. You came so close, we just knew you couldn’t be alive.”

To this day, I still can’t believe that a Marine, or an Army officer, or anybody with a fellow American out there in a rice paddy getting chopped to death with a machine gun wouldn’t go help them. It dogged me for years, I couldn’t understand it. I think I made my peace about it, knowing he probably did it so he wouldn’t get a letter of reprimand from the politicians in D.C. and then not make general, which would cut down his retirement money. At least there was a reason, no matter how stupid. I don’t know, but they wouldn’t help them. They would not hit that village, and it’s criminal. It’s criminal what we did to those kids in Vietnam. We tied one hand behind their backs, and told them to go fight a war. It was insane. And it left 58,000 dead.

Benedictine’s dramatic playoff run ends in state finals loss

ROBBY FLETCHER Sports Editor

It was a spirited run to the final game for the Benedictine Cadets, who charged through two nail-biting playoff games to make the VISAA Division I state championship, where they fell to the Cape Henry Dolphins 6-2 in front of a packed house at Shepard Stadium in Colonial Heights.

The Cadets needed a complete-game shutout by sophomore Jake Wise, and an RBI single from junior Riley Roarty, to escape the scrappy Miller School of Albemarle Mavericks in their first postseason game. They followed that by posting a game-winning tworun RBI single from senior Daniel Lingle in the bottom of the sixth to get past the Paul VI Panthers for a shot at the state title.

Their reward for those wins? A date with the defending champion Cape Henry Dolphins, who captured the two-seed entering the tournament and needed to win two close games to reach the final.

Cape Henry survived an extra-innings 6-5 finish against St. Christopher’s in its first matchup, which then led to a highly-anticipated showdown with the three-seeded Collegiate Cougars, who took an early 3-1 lead on the Dolphins but were outscored 4-0 from the fourth inning to the finish.

The Dolphins never trailed the championship game at any point, but the Cadets were never far behind thanks to an admirable performance defensively that was led on the mound by Roarty. The pitcher started the contest and pitched three innings, allowing four hits and two

runs.

After a two-run RBI triple from Cape Henry’s Parker Wight opened scoring in the top of the second, Benedictine was quick to respond in the bottom of the third when Roarty doubled on a line drive to right field to bring home Elijah Coston, who previously nailed a muchneeded double of his own with a center field shot that bounced off the wall.

In the top of the fourth, Wise was introduced into

the game as Benedictine’s second pitcher, but his day took an early hit when Wight had his second big hit of the day, this time homering a shot down right field for two more Dolphins runs to make it a 4-1 lead entering the bottom of the fourth.

Wise and the defense settled down after that home run, getting three outs on three batters in the top of the fifth to keep the score close. The offense responded with three play-

ers getting on base and the team adding another run on a shortstop error that cut the deficit to 4-2.

After another strong defensive outing, the Cadets had a huge opportunity to carry their fifth-inning momentum over into the bottom of the sixth. And while two walks got runners on first and second, a backbreaking double play on a line drive ended the inning with the Cadets scoreless.

In the top of the seventh, Benedictine head

coach Sean Ryan made his final pitching change in the hopes of creating another spark to get the defense off the field, this time turning to Jagen Ratlief, but Cape Henry was able to pull away with two more runs in the inning. The first came on an error off a bunt, and the second came on a basesloaded walk on a 3-2 count with two outs.

When the defense got off the field on a pop-out in foul territory by Roarty at first base, the Cadets had

one final chance to pull off the comeback. And though a walk on Coston started things off with promise, the Dolphins were able to finish the job with three straight outs to put the game away and hoist the state championship trophy for the second consecutive year.

Though not the desired outcome, it was an excellent season of baseball for the Cadets, who finished the year with a 24-8-1 record and a state runner-up trophy to their name.

PHOTO BY ROBBY FLETCHER

Benedictine junior Collin Clarkson (4) rounds second base during the VIsaa division I state championship game against Cape Henry on May 20 at shepard stadium.

Bulldogs win third straight heading into region tournament

ROBBY FLETCHER Sports Editor

After a 1-6 start to the season put them behind in the standings early, the Goochland Bulldogs have steadily built on each performance and in the process risen in the district standings in time for the postseason.

Goochland closed the regular season with an 8-4 record and a three-game winning streak, a seasonbest for the Bulldogs, which has given them a 9-11 record entering the Class 3, Region B Tournament. Awaiting them is a matchup against the Caroline Cavaliers, who beat the Bulldogs in their season-opener 12-2 and are winners of three of their last four games.

While Caroline is entering with its own momentum, Goochland is playing well, ending the last week of the regular season with wins over Orange County (2-1), Albermarle (11-10) and Louisa County (6-3).

The win against Orange County was Goochland’s second of the season against the Hornets. Before weather halted play in the bottom of the fourth, senior GrahamMichael Fletcher-Mintz contributed to the first run by reaching base on an error

while D.J. Jones got home for a 1-0 lead in the bottom of the third.

The Hornets tied the game in the top of the fourth and freshman Will Johns made the play of the day, hitting a line drive single for an RBI that got senior John Sum-

mitt home for what would be the game-winning run.

The next day, the Bulldogs handled a shootout affair against the Albemarle Patriots, starting the game with a rocket blast down left field by freshman Jackson Bell for a two-run home

run in the first inning. The Patriots tied soon after, but RBI singles from Summitt and senior Chase Breedlove put the Bulldogs ahead again with a 4-2 lead by the top of the second.

A six-run third inning pushed them ahead to 10-2,

with three consecutive walks with bases loaded adding to the Goochland lead before a three-run RBI triple from Jones cracked open the advantage to eight runs.

A flurry of runs in the third and fourth innings cut the lead to 10-8 entering the top

of the fifth, but a sacrifice fly from Bell gave the Bulldogs just enough wiggle room to hold off two more Patriots runs in the bottom of the sixth. When senior Reese Vincent entered as the closing pitcher in the sixth, he tossed two crucial strikeouts to end the inning. Two batters were walked in the seventh, but the Bulldogs earned their three outs to hold off the late comeback.

There was again no breaks between games in the final week, as the Bulldogs traveled to play Louisa County and started off with a 2-0 lead early thanks to a balk by the pitcher and an RBI single from FletcherMintz. The Lions took a 3-2 lead in the bottom of the fifth, but the Bulldogs were already prepared to battle to the end, recapturing the lead with a run by Bell on a groundout and a two-run RBI single on a hit from A.J. Condrey.

Another balk led to Goochland’s sixth run of the day in the top of the seventh, and with the defense needing to close out in the bottom of the final frame, Breedlove took care of business with two strikeouts to give Goochland its third win in as many days.

Goochland soccer team feels confident entering home playoff game

ROBBY FLETCHER Sports Editor

The postseason mentality of “win or go home” has finally entered the minds of the Goochland boys soccer team, who closed out the regular season with a 2-1 win over Orange County and a nail biting 2-2 tie against Albemarle.

The Bulldogs, now 7-8-1 on the season, earned a home playoff game for their efforts, which sets up a rematch against the William

Monroe Dragons on Thursday, May 25. After starting the season 4-0, it was a tight 2-1 loss to the Dragons — headlined by a late penalty kick — that killed their winning streak to start the season, but Goochland head coach Leon Williams says his team is a more confident unit since that last meeting.

“We’re better than we were back in March. We’re better than we were last week,” he said. “But

I expect that William Monroe has improved since March as well. We’re preparing as if it’s a new team.”

Williams says the team’s midfield is playing more direct and distributing faster, while his goalie Braedon McKeown is playing more assertive and confident patrolling the box, which have both helped the attack prosper over the back half of the season.

That was evident throughout

most of the Albemarle game, which Goochland led 2-0 with less than 10 minutes remaining after long-distance strikes from seniors Drew Meiller and Conner Doersch. Albemarle, who is second in the district with a 11-2-6 record, was able to fight back late with a goal in the 73rd minute and ultimately tie the game in the final seconds off a mad scramble in the box after a quick free kick caught Goochland’s defense by surprise.

Despite not holding onto that win, it was a positive result against a top opponent out of the Jefferson, and another game to point to that shows the team has the talent to battle with anyone in the region.

Against William Monroe, the Bulldogs are hoping for a packed house on their home turf, as they look to keep their season alive and get some revenge from an earlyseason loss in the process.

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Goochland pitcher Reese Vincent, seen playing in a game against William Monroe on March 17, was instrumental in the team’s 11-10 win over albemarle on May 17, closing the game with two strikeouts and holding off a late Patriots comeback.

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VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR GOOCHLAND COUNTY

JSC FAMILY, LLC, Plaintiff, v.

PARTIES UNKNOWN:

UNKNOWN HEIRS, DEVISEES, CREDITORS AND SUCCESSORS-IN-INTEREST OF PINKEY E. CRAWLEY, a/k/a PINKEY ELLIS CRAWLEY, a/k/a ELSIE P. ELLIS, et al. Case No.: CL23-225

ORDER OF PUBLICATION

WHEREAS, the object of this suit is to Seek Allotment in Lieu of Partition with respect to certain parcels of real property in Goochland County, Virginia commonly known as 0River Road, Goochland County, Virginia, and more specifically identified as Tax Map #63-2-0-1-0, GPIN 7723-38-5212 and as Tax Map #63-2-0-20, GPIN 7723-38-2027; it is therefore ORDERED that Arthur Ellis; Julia C. Ellis; and Leroy Davis appear at the above-named court and protect his/her interests on or before July 14, 2023 at 3:00PM ;

ENTERED: 5/2/2023 Timothy K. Sanner, Judge Goochland County Circuit Court

TRUSTEE’S SALE 1604 Haskin Rd Goochland, VA 23063

In execution of the Deed of Trust dated July 25, 2006 and recorded on July 31, 2006 in Instrument #060003859 of Goochland County land records, Trustee Services of Virginia, LLC, the appointed Substitute Trustee, will offer for sale at public auction at the front of the Courthouse of the Circuit Court for Goochland County, Goochland, Virginia on June 28, 2023 at 11:00 AM the property more particularly described in the aforementioned Deed of Trust, located at the property address listed below and briefly identified as follows:

ALL that certain lot, piece or parcel of land, lying and being in Byrd District, Goochland County, Virginia on the west side of State Route No. 616 and containing 0.93 acre as shown on aplat of survey made by H.S. Jones and W.K. Cofer, Certified Land Surveyors, dated March 8, 1976, acopy of which plat is recorded in the Clerk’s Office, Goochland Circuit Court in Deed Book 145, page 94, reference to which plat is hereby made for amore particular description of the land.

BEING the same real estate conveyed to Leon Turner and Rebecca Turner, husband and wife, as tenants by the entireties with right of survivorship as at common law by deed from Landmark Builders, Inc., aVirginia corporation, dated November 30, 1977, recorded December 6, 1977 in the Clerk’s Office, Circuit Court, Goochland County, Virginia in Deed Book 152, page 699.

Tax No.: 39-1-0-48-A

Property address: 1604 Haskin Rd, Goochland, VA 23063

The property will be sold "AS IS," WITHOUT REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND AND SUBJECT TO conditions, covenants, restrictions, reservations, easements, rights of way, and all other matters of record taking priority over the Deed of Trust, if any, as might be listed in this notice or may be announced at the sale.

TERMS OF SALE: Anon-refundable bidder’s deposit of $10,000.00 or 10% of the sale price, whichever is less, by cashier’s certified

deposit $10,000.00 price, whichever is less, by cashier’s or certified check required at time of sale, except for the party secured by the Deed of Trust. Risk of loss is on the purchaser from date and time of auction. Balance of the purchase price must be paid by cashier’s check within 14 days from sale date. Except for Virginia Grantor tax, all settlement costs and expenses are purchaser’s responsibility. Taxes are pro-rated to the date of sale. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining possession of the property. If purchaser defaults, deposit may be forfeited and property resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser who shall be liable for any deficiency in the purchase price and all costs, expenses, and attorney’s fees of both sales. If Trustee does not convey title for any reason, purchaser’s sole remedy is return of deposit without interest. This sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan secured by the Deed of Trust including but not limited to determining whether prior to sale a forbearance, repayment, or other agreement was entered into, the loan was reinstated or paid off, or whether the property became subject to an automatic stay under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code prior to the sale; in any such event this sale shall be null and void and purchaser’s sole remedy shall be return of deposit without interest. Pursuant to the Federal Fair Debt Collections Practices Act, this law firm is adebt collector attempting to collect adebt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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FOR INFORMATION CONTACT: BROCK & SCOTT, PLLC (Attorney for TRUSTEE SERVICES OF VIRGINIA, LLC) 484 Viking Drive, Suite 203 Virginia Beach, VA 23452 (757)213-2959

a licensed clinical social worker with GoochlandCares. “This is especially true in rural and other underserved communities.”

The lack of access to treatment calls attention to strategies and approaches that help all Americans achieve wellness and good mental and overall health. Basic steps to maintain well-being involve focusing on a balanced diet, regular exercise, proper sleep, a sense of self-worth, coping

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skills that promote resiliency and connections to family, friends, and the community. “These steps can be complemented through regular mental health checkups,” Baldwin said.

GoochlandCares is working to ensure that the community is aware of the organization’s mental health program. Mental health evaluations, medications, and counseling are available for many uninsured clients who meet the organization’s eligibility guidelines but are ineligible for the GoochlandPowhatan Community Services Board (CSB).

The CSB is the state mental health program. The CSB main phone number is (804) 5565400 and the emergency services hotline is (804) 556-3716 or (804) 5982697. To find out more about the Mental Health program at GoochlandCares call (804) 5560405.

For assistance with any mental health issue, call the Mental Health Services Administration’s National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP or visit www.FindSupport. gov.

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Carts

is excited to see these recycling carts start to roll out,” said Mari Long, community program manager. “The carts will provide residents with more capacity to recycle more materials and keep valuable recyclables out of the landfill.”

In addition to the grant, the authority is in the process of securing a loan from Closed Loop Partners, a leading investment firm that supports recycling services and infrastructure.

“This collaboration is a key part of our work to advance local collection infrastructure in the U.S., which we view as critical to building a robust recycling value chain and more broadly, a circular

economy,” said Jennifer Louie, head of the Infrastructure Group at Closed Loop Partners.

A circular economy is an economic system based on the reuse and regeneration of materials or products.

The carts themselves were manufactured in part with recycled plastic, including some from old Henrico County trash cans. Cart delivery is anticipated to be complete by June 30. Residents can begin using them as soon as they arrive.

“This is an important milestone for curbside recyclers in Goochland County and our neighboring localities,” said Vic Carpenter, Goochland county administrator. “These new carts will not only provide our residents with greater access and opportunities to recycle, but they will also make it

easier to contain material for pick up.”

Each new cart will come with instructions. Recycling collection with CVWMA is every other week. The following items are accepted:

Aluminum and steel cans

Mixed paper and cardboard

Plastic bottles, containers and tubs

Food and beverage cartons

Food and beverage glass bottles and jars

More information about the new carts is available at https://cvwma.com/ recycling-2023. More information about curbside recycling in Goochland County is available at https://www.goochlandva.us/256/CurbsideRecycling.

— Submitted by Goochland County

PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF BILL HADEN

This photo, taken around 1920, depicts a baseball game being played at the State Farm in the early part of the twentieth century. Baseball became commonplace in prisons across the nation in the early 20th Century, in the hope that it would boost morale and promote rehabilitation among the inmates.

EVEN IN PRISON, CALL WAS ‘PLAY BALL!’

Meet Aria, the Fabulous Feline! Are you ready to welcome a glamorous diva into your life? Look no further because Aria, the longhaired wonder, is here to steal your heart and bring a whole lot of purrfection into your home! With her luscious coat and majestic tail, she’s practically a feline supermodel. Move over, runway models, there’s a new queen in town, but let’s not get carried away by her beauty alone. Aria is more than just a pretty face; she has the demeanor to match her good looks. Now, let’s talk about Aria’s hobbies. She’s a true connoisseur of luxury. If you’ve ever dreamt of having a feline companion who appreciates the finer things in life, Aria is the one for you. She loves lounging on satin cushions, sipping from crystal water bowls, and dining on the most decadent cat treats. She’s not afraid to indulge herself, and she’ll show you how to live your life in style! Aria is about 3 years old, is spayed, chipped, tested, and fully vetted. The Goochland Animal Shelter is located at 1900 Hidden Rock Lane

in Goochland. For more information on the many pets still in need of homes, call (804) 556-5302. You also can visit the shelter on Facebook at “Goochland County Animal Control.” The shelter’s hours are Tuesday and Wednesday

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Anyone wishing to make a monetary donation to the shelter is asked to make donations payable to Goochland Pet Lovers.

Post 215 will host Memorial Day ceremony

COMMUNITY REPORT

On Memorial Day, Monday, May 29, at 10 a.m., American Legion Post 215 will be sponsoring a tribute to the people have died protecting our freedoms in conflicts across the world. The ceremony will take place on the Goochland Courthouse Green at 2938 River Rd West. In addition to Post 215 members, the ceremony will include the Goochland High School Marine Corps JROTC, students from the GHS Veteran’s Project, and

the Goochland Sheri ’s O ce. Goochland Board of Supervisors member, John Lumpkins, will deliver the keynote address.

At the conclusion of the ceremony, the Post 215 Honor Guard will execute a three-shot volley (with blank ammunition) followed by Taps.

The soldiers, sailors, aviators, and marines who died for our freedom represent the diverse patchwork that is the United States of America. They were rich

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and poor; black, brown, and white; male and female. They were from cities, farms, and suburbs. They came from every ethnicity, background, and political spectrum. In short, they looked like any one of us.

These heroes deserve our admiration and respect. Please join us as a community to honor and remember the sacrifices of those who died safeguarding our liberty.

—Submitted by American Legion Post 215

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UPCOMING PROGRAMS AT THE GOOCHLAND BRANCH LIBRARY

Family Storytime at the Goochland Branch Library. Thursdays, June 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29, 10 –10:30 a.m. Enjoy a fun time with books, signing, rhymes, and much more! For ages 0-5 with caregiver.

Call (804) 556-4774 or visit the library at 3075 River Road West for more information.

Toddler/Preschool S torytime at the Goochland Branch Library.

Fridays, June 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30, 10 – 10:30 a.m. Enjoy books, music, fingerplays, and much more at storytime! For ages 2-5 with a

caregiver. Call (804) 556-4774 or visit the library at 3075 River Road West for more information.

Goochland Bridge Club at the Goochland Branch Library. Mondays, June 5, 12, 19, & 26, 3 – 5 p.m. Ages 18 & up. The Goochland Bridge Club is for those that want to learn how to play or those with a basic knowledge of the game. Each week there will be instruction and play time. Call (804) 556-4774 or visit the library at 3075 River Road West for more information.

Volunteen Training at the Goochland Branch Library. Tuesday, June 6, 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. For ages

13-18. Looking for volunteer service hours? Join us for a training session and learn about opportunities to help with summer reading and more! Call (804) 556-4774 or visit the library at 3075 River Road West for more information.

Yoga at the Goochland Branch Library. Wednesdays, June 7, 14, 21, & 28, 4 — 5 p.m. For ages 18 & up. Bring your mat and join us for a yoga session that aims to promote strength, flexibility, and balance. Led by certified instructor, Kathleen Tsengas. Call (804) 556-4774 or visit the library at 3075 River Road West for more information.

Writing for Joy at the Goochland Branch Library. Wednesdays, June 7 & 21, 7 — 8:45 p.m. For adults 18 & up. A creative writing discussion group for those that are interested in sharing original writings, participating in prompted writings, and encouraging others in their pursuit of writing. This program is open to “would be” writers, experienced writers, and writers of all skill levels. Call (804) 556-4774 or visit the library at 3075 River Road West for more information.

Friday Book Club at the Goochland Branch Library. Friday, June 9, 11 a.m. — noon. Ages 18 and up. Join us to discuss our monthly book

choice! Call (804) 556-4774 or visit the library at 3075 River Road West for more information.

Summer Reading Kicko Party at the Goochland Branch Library. Tuesday, June 13, 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. All ages. Join us for a fun night of crafts, games, and Kona Ice! It’s a great time to sign up for Summer Reading. Call (804) 556-4774 or visit the library at 3075 River Road West for more information.

Action Figure Art Class at the Goochland Branch Library. Wednesday, June 14, 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. For ages 10-18. Meet local artist Curtis Brown and learn techniques to draw your own superhero action figure. Call (804) 556-4774 or visit the library at 3075 River Road West for more information.

Adult Game Night at the Goochland Branch Library. Thursday, June 22, 5:30 — 8:30 p.m. For ages 18 & up. Grab a friend and join us for a fun night of gaming and socializing. We provide board/card games, Nintendo on the big screen and free wifi for online gaming. Popcorn Bar and Mocktails provided by the Friends of the Goochland Library. Call (804) 556-4774 or visit the library at 3075 River Road West for more information.

Children’s S torytelling with

Woven Yarns at the Goochland Branch Library. Saturday, June 24, 10 — 11 a.m. For PreK — 6th Grade. Join us for a fun-filled session of storytelling with songs, folk tales, and hand puppets. Meet the storytelling team of “Woven Yarns”, Dee Kysor and George Crafts as they take you on an adventure with all creatures living together in harmony. Call (804) 556-4774 or visit the library at 3075 River Road West for more information.

Mystery Book Club at the Goochland Branch Library. Tuesday, June 27, 10 — 11 a.m. Ages 18 & up. Join us to discuss our chosen mystery title for the month. Call (804) 556-4774 or visit the library at 3075 River Road West for more information.

UPCOMING PROGRAMS AT THE COCHRANE ROCKVILLE LIBRARY

Family Storytime. Friday, June 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30, 10:30 — 11 a.m. Enjoy a fun time with books, signing, rhymes, and much more! Family storytime is for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. Call (804) 749-3146 or visit the library at 16600 Pouncey Tract Road for more information.

First Friday Films at the Cochrane Rockville Branch Library. Friday, June 2, 4 — 6 p.m. Round up the

neighborhood crew and catch a full-length feature film the first Friday of every month! Call (80) 7493146 or visit the library at 16600 Pouncey Tract Road for more information. Giant Game Day! at the Cochrane Rockville Branch Library. Saturday, June 3, 1 — 3 p.m. All ages. Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of giant games! Call (804) 749-3146 or visit the library at 16600 Pouncey Tract Road for more information.

Read 2 Rover at the Cochrane Rockville Branch Library. Thursday, June 15, 4:30 — 5:30 p.m. Grades K-2. Read 2 Rover provides comfort and motivation for beginning readers as they read aloud to Colby or Pepper, our therapy dogs. Space is limited. Call the Rockville Branch Library at (804) 749-3146 or visit the library for more information to register for this rewarding program!

Old Dominion Appalachian Trail Club at the Cochrane Rockville Branch Library. Tuesday, June 20, 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. All ages. Learn all about the beautiful hiking trails in Virginia with Pat Doyle, president of the Old Dominion Appalachian Trail Club! Registration required. Call (804) 749-3146 or visit the library at 16600 Pouncey Tract Road for more information.

One week after the Goochland County Sheri ’s O ce (GCSO) responded to a text threat targeting Goochland High School, a group of parents and students stopped by the Sheri ’s O ce building to drop o some treats as a gesture of their gratitude. “We are honored and humbled to serve this amazing community,” the GCSO posted on Facebook, “and we’re constantly reminded of the importance of strong partnerships, especially in times of adversity.”Thank you so much to you all for your unwavering support.

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PARENTS, STUDENTS THANK GCSO AFTER INCIDENT AT HIGH SCHOOL

For the love of Goochland

From music to food to the return of everyone’s favorite parade, this year’s Goochland Day celebration was a resounding success.

PHOTOS BY ASH DANIEL

Even a few characters from Star Wars got in on the action.

The Goochland Day parade has quickly become one of the most anticipated events of the year.

The Gospel Music Workshop of America brought their talents to Goochland Day.

Miss Goochland 2023 Dakota Higgs enjoyed the festivities.

Liza Cio of Courthouse Creek cider serves up a taste of the local business’s popular o erings.

Cub scout Parrish Moody takes part in a martial arts demo.

Has America soured on the Royals?

JIM RIDOLPHI

Contributing Columnist

There are few things in life more relaxing than a late July day lounging on a Nags Head Beach, and that’s where I found myself in July, 1981. Like many other local families, we chose a week at the beach as our summer vacation, and the Outer Banks was still uncrowded and o ered a certain allure with its pirate history and mysterious legacy.

But, on this day, the normally leisurely pace was disrupted by an excitement derived from an event taking place an ocean away, the marriage of Princess Diana and Prince Charles. And our day at the beach turned to a daylong almost voyeuristic peek at the Royal family through constant television coverage, and the pomp and circumstance of a royal wedding.

Americans couldn’t get enough, and news of the wedding flooded the airwaves attracting a worldwide audience.

I contrast the mood of that occasion with the collective yawn expressed by most Americans as Prince Charles ascended to the throne recently. Early ratings revealed more Britains watched the late Queen’s funeral

To this day, some war stories still confound

than the Coronation, and fewer Americans showed interest in what once a momentous event that attracted global attention.

That doesn’t mean the Brits didn’t make every e ort to promote the event, spending a reported $125 million on the ceremony that attracted dignitaries from the Crown’s shrinking empire as well as o cial delegations from numerous countries. First Lady Jill Biden represented her husband, a move that some equated to a snub from the American aristocracy, but White House o cials claimed it was no more than a traditional diplomatic move. Turns out other American presidents have taken a pass on past coronations.

All of this doesn’t indicate that America’s bond with England is less than substantial, and we still watch with intrigue as the royal family continually makes headlines; but maybe were fed up with the more than pretentious lifestyle associated with the crowned ones coupled with the endless streams of controversy.

I heard a British commentator who explained Charles’ lack of embrace by the public by explaining he’s less likable that the recently passed

Queen or Diana. No doubt Charles is no rock star, but I’m thinking a regime that surrounds itself with jewels and riches while its citizens struggle to make ends meet might also have something to do with the lack of public acceptance.

Looking back to the that day in Nags Head, perhaps we were more infatuated with the story book tale of Charles and Diana, a love story we now know was mostly invented.

And that was before we had been flooded with royal news that painted a less than favorable picture of life in the castle. Maybe the bubble broke with Prince Andrew and Fergie’s misguided exploits, or perhaps we overdosed on Prince Harry and Meghan’s public pursuit of privacy. In any event, our lack of interest in Charles coronation wasn’t an exclusive American viewpoint. Surveys showed large number of Brits also didn’t watch the event, and big name performers like Adele, Ed Sheeran and the Spice Girls turned down invites to perform at the gala.

In any case, the who cares attitude may be a sign of things to come for monarchs universally. As one commentator said, “People just aren’t that keen on Kings anymore.”

JACK AGNEW Contributing Writer

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One of my good friends in the late seventies was a former Marine infantry sergeant named Terry. He was leading a sixman squad on night patrol in Vietnam, when they were fired on from a village, with a machine gun. They were surrounded by rice paddies, and hiding behind the gravestones in a small cemetery on a little knoll outside of the village. They were exposed and had basically no cover. Rice paddies obviously being flat as water, and Terry was a great big guy.

The rules of engagement that Henry Kissinger negotiated (and the DC politicians agreed to) included maps designating certain villages as “friendly”, and therefore it was against policy for the US to hit them. Terry radioed for an air strike on the village, but the operator said, “I can’t, it’s a friendly village.” You can imagine how Terry reacted, he went berserk. A di erent voice got on the phone and said, “Son, I’ll have you know you don’t talk to my radio operator like that. I’m a full-bird Marine

colonel! Don’t use language like that!” Terry shouted, “I don’t care if you’re God Almighty! If you don’t hit that village with an air strike, I’m going to kill you with my bare hands if we live through this.

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FIRING ON US!”

He threw the radio away and hollered to his squad, “They’re not coming!”

During those years in the military, we had a grenade launcher that was lethal. You could put a grenade down a rat hole, it was really e ective. Terry hollered to his grenadier, “I’m going to run forward and throw a grenade, and in the flash you better hit that gun, or we’re all dead!” He jumped up and went splashing through the rice paddies. Terry was 6’3” and weighed about 250, he was a big guy. Once he got to where he thought he was close enough, he planted his feet, threw a grenade, then heard a splash.

He was going to try to throw two of them, so when he heard the splash, he thought he had dropped the second one. When he looked down, he saw a flash, and that’s the last thing he remembered from Vietnam. He woke up in a hospital in the States three or four months later, in a body cast.

One day (after he had come out of the coma and was halfway on the mend), his grenadier came into the room laughing. Terry said, “What in the name of con-

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science is so funny?” “Do you remember that night in Vietnam?” he asked. Terry answered, “Yeah, everything right up to the flash between my legs.” He told him, “Yeah, well, they saw you coming, and they got you with a grenade right after you threw yours. But the reason I’m laughing is that you must have been scared to death when you threw your grenade, because it went o about a quarter of a mile behind the village.” Terry smiled at the hyperbole and said, “Yeah, I guess I was scared.” The grenadier continued, “But anyway, in that brief flash, man, I nailed them, I got ‘em all. You were so cut up, we just put you in a body bag, we knew you were dead, you were just covered in blood. But you squeaked when we threw you on the floor of the medevac chopper, so I cut your bag open with a bayonet, and the medic saved you. You came so close, we just knew you couldn’t be alive.”

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To this day, I still can’t believe that a Marine, or an Army o cer, or anybody with a fellow American out there in a rice paddy getting chopped to death with a machine gun wouldn’t go help them. It dogged me for years, I couldn’t understand it. I think I made my peace about it, knowing he probably did it so he wouldn’t get a letter of reprimand from the politicians in D.C. and then not make general, which would cut down his retirement money. At least there was a reason, no matter how stupid. I don’t know, but they wouldn’t help them. They would not hit that village, and it’s criminal. It’s criminal what we did to those kids in Vietnam. We tied one hand behind their backs, and told them to go fight a war. It was insane. And it left 58,000 dead.

Benedictine’s dramatic playo run ends in state finals loss

ROBBY FLETCHER Sports Editor

It was a spirited run to the final game for the Benedictine Cadets, who charged through two nail-biting playo games to make the VISAA Division I state championship, where they fell to the Cape Henry Dolphins 6-2 in front of a packed house at Shepard Stadium in Colonial Heights.

The Cadets needed a complete-game shutout by sophomore Jake Wise, and an RBI single from junior Riley Roarty, to escape the scrappy Miller School of Albemarle Mavericks in their first postseason game. They followed that by posting a game-winning tworun RBI single from senior Daniel Lingle in the bottom of the sixth to get past the Paul VI Panthers for a shot at the state title.

Their reward for those wins? A date with the defending champion Cape Henry Dolphins, who captured the two-seed entering the tournament and needed to win two close games to reach the final.

Cape Henry survived an extra-innings 6-5 finish against St. Christopher’s in its first matchup, which then led to a highly-anticipated showdown with the three-seeded Collegiate Cougars, who took an early 3-1 lead on the Dolphins but were outscored 4-0 from the fourth inning to the finish.

The Dolphins never trailed the championship game at any point, but the Cadets were never far behind thanks to an admirable performance defensively that was led on the mound by Roarty. The pitcher started the contest and pitched three innings, allowing four hits and two

runs.

After a two-run RBI triple from Cape Henry’s Parker Wight opened scoring in the top of the second, Benedictine was quick to respond in the bottom of the third when Roarty doubled on a line drive to right field to bring home Elijah Coston, who previously nailed a muchneeded double of his own with a center field shot that bounced o the wall.

In the top of the fourth, Wise was introduced into

the game as Benedictine’s second pitcher, but his day took an early hit when Wight had his second big hit of the day, this time homering a shot down right field for two more Dolphins runs to make it a 4-1 lead entering the bottom of the fourth.

Wise and the defense settled down after that home run, getting three outs on three batters in the top of the fifth to keep the score close. The o ense responded with three play-

ers getting on base and the team adding another run on a shortstop error that cut the deficit to 4-2.

After another strong defensive outing, the Cadets had a huge opportunity to carry their fifth-inning momentum over into the bottom of the sixth. And while two walks got runners on first and second, a backbreaking double play on a line drive ended the inning with the Cadets scoreless.

In the top of the seventh, Benedictine head

coach Sean Ryan made his final pitching change in the hopes of creating another spark to get the defense o the field, this time turning to Jagen Ratlief, but Cape Henry was able to pull away with two more runs in the inning. The first came on an error o a bunt, and the second came on a basesloaded walk on a 3-2 count with two outs.

When the defense got o the field on a pop-out in foul territory by Roarty at first base, the Cadets had

one final chance to pull o the comeback. And though a walk on Coston started things o with promise, the Dolphins were able to finish the job with three straight outs to put the game away and hoist the state championship trophy for the second consecutive year.

Though not the desired outcome, it was an excellent season of baseball for the Cadets, who finished the year with a 24-8-1 record and a state runner-up trophy to their name.

PHOTO BY ROBBY FLETCHER Benedictine junior Collin Clarkson (4) rounds second base during the VISAA Division I state championship game against Cape Henry on May 20 at Shepard Stadium.

Bulldogs win third straight heading into region tournament

ROBBY FLETCHER Sports Editor

After a 1-6 start to the season put them behind in the standings early, the Goochland Bulldogs have steadily built on each performance and in the process risen in the district standings in time for the postseason.

Goochland closed the regular season with an 8-4 record and a three-game winning streak, a seasonbest for the Bulldogs, which has given them a 9-11 record entering the Class 3, Region B Tournament. Awaiting them is a matchup against the Caroline Cavaliers, who beat the Bulldogs in their season-opener 12-2 and are winners of three of their last four games.

While Caroline is entering with its own momentum, Goochland is playing well, ending the last week of the regular season with wins over Orange County (2-1), Albermarle (11-10) and Louisa County (6-3).

The win against Orange County was Goochland’s second of the season against the Hornets. Before weather halted play in the bottom of the fourth, senior GrahamMichael Fletcher-Mintz contributed to the first run by reaching base on an error

while D.J. Jones got home for a 1-0 lead in the bottom of the third.

The Hornets tied the game in the top of the fourth and freshman Will Johns made the play of the day, hitting a line drive single for an RBI that got senior John Sum-

mitt home for what would be the game-winning run.

The next day, the Bulldogs handled a shootout a air against the Albemarle Patriots, starting the game with a rocket blast down left field by freshman Jackson Bell for a two-run home

run in the first inning. The Patriots tied soon after, but RBI singles from Summitt and senior Chase Breedlove put the Bulldogs ahead again with a 4-2 lead by the top of the second.

A six-run third inning pushed them ahead to 10-2,

with three consecutive walks with bases loaded adding to the Goochland lead before a three-run RBI triple from Jones cracked open the advantage to eight runs.

A flurry of runs in the third and fourth innings cut the lead to 10-8 entering the top

of the fifth, but a sacrifice fly from Bell gave the Bulldogs just enough wiggle room to hold o two more Patriots runs in the bottom of the sixth. When senior Reese Vincent entered as the closing pitcher in the sixth, he tossed two crucial strikeouts to end the inning. Two batters were walked in the seventh, but the Bulldogs earned their three outs to hold o the late comeback.

There was again no breaks between games in the final week, as the Bulldogs traveled to play Louisa County and started o with a 2-0 lead early thanks to a balk by the pitcher and an RBI single from FletcherMintz. The Lions took a 3-2 lead in the bottom of the fifth, but the Bulldogs were already prepared to battle to the end, recapturing the lead with a run by Bell on a groundout and a two-run RBI single on a hit from A.J. Condrey.

Another balk led to Goochland’s sixth run of the day in the top of the seventh, and with the defense needing to close out in the bottom of the final frame, Breedlove took care of business with two strikeouts to give Goochland its third win in as many days.

Goochland soccer team feels confident entering home playo game

ROBBY FLETCHER Sports Editor

The postseason mentality of “win or go home” has finally entered the minds of the Goochland boys soccer team, who closed out the regular season with a 2-1 win over Orange County and a nail biting 2-2 tie against Albemarle.

The Bulldogs, now 7-8-1 on the season, earned a home playo game for their e orts, which sets up a rematch against the William

Monroe Dragons on Thursday, May 25. After starting the season 4-0, it was a tight 2-1 loss to the Dragons — headlined by a late penalty kick — that killed their winning streak to start the season, but Goochland head coach Leon Williams says his team is a more confident unit since that last meeting.

“We’re better than we were back in March. We’re better than we were last week,” he said. “But

I expect that William Monroe has improved since March as well. We’re preparing as if it’s a new team.”

Williams says the team’s midfield is playing more direct and distributing faster, while his goalie Braedon McKeown is playing more assertive and confident patrolling the box, which have both helped the attack prosper over the back half of the season.

That was evident throughout

most of the Albemarle game, which Goochland led 2-0 with less than 10 minutes remaining after long-distance strikes from seniors Drew Meiller and Conner Doersch. Albemarle, who is second in the district with a 11-2-6 record, was able to fight back late with a goal in the 73rd minute and ultimately tie the game in the final seconds o a mad scramble in the box after a quick free kick caught Goochland’s defense by surprise.

Despite not holding onto that win, it was a positive result against a top opponent out of the Je erson, and another game to point to that shows the team has the talent to battle with anyone in the region.

Against William Monroe, the Bulldogs are hoping for a packed house on their home turf, as they look to keep their season alive and get some revenge from an earlyseason loss in the process.

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Goochland pitcher Reese Vincent, seen playing in a game against William Monroe on March 17, was instrumental in the team’s 11-10 win over Albemarle on May 17, closing the game with two strikeouts and holding o a late Patriots comeback.

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JSC FAMILY, LLC, Plaintiff, v.

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UNKNOWN HEIRS, DEVISEES, CREDITORS AND SUCCESSORS-IN-INTEREST OF PINKEY E. CRAWLEY, a/k/a PINKEY ELLIS CRAWLEY, a/k/a ELSIE P. ELLIS, et al. Case No.: CL23-225

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WHEREAS, the object of this suit is to Seek Allotment in Lieu of Partition with respect to certain parcels of real property in Goochland County, Virginia commonly known as 0River Road, Goochland County, Virginia, and more specifically identified as Tax Map #63-2-0-1-0, GPIN 7723-38-5212 and as Tax Map #63-2-0-20, GPIN 7723-38-2027; it is therefore ORDERED that Arthur Ellis; Julia C. Ellis; and Leroy Davis appear at the above-named court and protect his/her interests on or before July 14, 2023 at 3:00PM ;

ENTERED: 5/2/2023 Timothy K. Sanner, Judge Goochland County Circuit Court

TRUSTEE’S SALE 1604 Haskin Rd Goochland, VA 23063

In execution of the Deed of Trust dated July 25, 2006 and recorded on July 31, 2006 in Instrument #060003859 of Goochland County land records, Trustee Services of Virginia, LLC, the appointed Substitute Trustee, will offer for sale at public auction at the front of the Courthouse of the Circuit Court for Goochland County, Goochland, Virginia on June 28, 2023 at 11:00 AM the property more particularly described in the aforementioned Deed of Trust, located at the property address listed below and briefly identified as follows:

ALL that certain lot, piece or parcel of land, lying and being in Byrd District, Goochland County, Virginia on the west side of State Route No. 616 and containing 0.93 acre as shown on aplat of survey made by H.S. Jones and W.K. Cofer, Certified Land Surveyors, dated March 8, 1976, acopy of which plat is recorded in the Clerk’s Office, Goochland Circuit Court in Deed Book 145, page 94, reference to which plat is hereby made for amore particular description of the land.

BEING the same real estate conveyed to Leon Turner and Rebecca Turner, husband and wife, as tenants by the entireties with right of survivorship as at common law by deed from Landmark Builders, Inc., aVirginia corporation, dated November 30, 1977, recorded December 6, 1977 in the Clerk’s Office, Circuit Court, Goochland County, Virginia in Deed Book 152, page 699.

Tax No.: 39-1-0-48-A

Property address: 1604 Haskin Rd, Goochland, VA 23063

The property will be sold "AS IS," WITHOUT REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND AND SUBJECT TO conditions, covenants, restrictions, reservations, easements, rights of way, and all other matters of record taking priority over the Deed of Trust, if any, as might be listed in this notice or may be announced at the sale.

TERMS OF SALE: Anon-refundable bidder’s deposit of $10,000.00 or 10% of the sale price, whichever is less, by cashier’s certified

deposit $10,000.00 price, whichever is less, by cashier’s or certified check required at time of sale, except for the party secured by the Deed of Trust. Risk of loss is on the purchaser from date and time of auction. Balance of the purchase price must be paid by cashier’s check within 14 days from sale date. Except for Virginia Grantor tax, all settlement costs and expenses are purchaser’s responsibility. Taxes are pro-rated to the date of sale. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining possession of the property. If purchaser defaults, deposit may be forfeited and property resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser who shall be liable for any deficiency in the purchase price and all costs, expenses, and attorney’s fees of both sales. If Trustee does not convey title for any reason, purchaser’s sole remedy is return of deposit without interest. This sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan secured by the Deed of Trust including but not limited to determining whether prior to sale a forbearance, repayment, or other agreement was entered into, the loan was reinstated or paid off, or whether the property became subject to an automatic stay under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code prior to the sale; in any such event this sale shall be null and void and purchaser’s sole remedy shall be return of deposit without interest. Pursuant to the Federal Fair Debt Collections Practices Act, this law firm is adebt collector attempting to collect adebt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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