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By Melody Kinser mkinser@mechlocal.com Col. David R. Hines apparently agreed with his predecessor when it came to the work of Deputy Davis Gooding. Like retired Col. V. Stuart Cook, Hines found Gooding’s performance to be so impressive that he named him Officer of the Year. What makes his selection especially noteworthy is the fact that Cook had recognized Gooding as Rookie of the Year last year. With the back-to-back designations, the officer made history in the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office. “Deputy Gooding’s exceptional performance during 2010 is representative of his preparation, strong work ethic and desire to ensure the safety of the citizens of Hanover County,” Hines said. The deputy joined the

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After re-enacting the flag presentation to commemorate the 150th anniversary, the unit moved across the street to pose for photos with the monument that recognizes the Hanover unit.

Tavern Civil War exhibit shares ‘stories never told’ DEPUTY DAVIS GOODING Hanover County Sheriff’s Office Officer of the Year

Gooding for the Officer of the Year honor based on his more than 50 drug arrests. Of those, about 90 percent were self-initiated. Hines said Gooding “continually impressed everyone not only with his creative think-

HANOVER COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE AWARDS Officer of the Year — Deputy Davis Gooding Rookie of the Year — Deputy Jason Taylor Reserve Officer of the Year — Deputy Danny Rudock Explorer of the Year — Deputy Michael Mason

Sheriff ’s Office in 2008 in ing, but also with his dedication Patrol Operations. Hines chose to seeing cases through to the

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end.” According to his statistics, Hines said Gooding “is always productive while on duty and gives 100 percent when at work.” The deputy made 155 criminal arrests, responded to 445 calls for service, and had an additional 170 assists last year. He also had 820 self-initiated incidents, made 770 traffic stops, and issued 205 summonses. After making 34 driving under the influence (DUI) arrests, Gooding received an award from Mothers Against Drunk Driving, as well as six see OFFICER, pg. 4

provides the backdrop for By Jim Ridolphi For The Mechanicsville Local many events that parallel the history of Hanover County f walls could talk, -- and a young nation. the ones at Hanover Reception attendees Tavern would have also got a first look at the a long and storied Tavern’s new Civil War history to tell . . . and now exhibit, “Hanover County, they do. The Impact of the Civil The Hanover landmark War.” unveiled its new audio tour The exhibit features last week at a special preloaned historical items from event reception for invited Hanover citizens and focusguests. The new program brings es on the personal side of a soldier’s life. “We’ll leave the the long history of the tavern alive, and allows visitors battles to the National Park Service,” said Tavern executo tour at their own pace tive director David Deal. and trace the numerous Deal and his staff colevents that surrounded the lected about 125 objects for local gathering house. Handthe new display and repreheld devices provide the

audio link, but the Tavern

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Memorial Regional Medical Center in Mechanicsville hs been ranked No. 3 among the top hospitals in Richmond by U.S. News & World Report’s 2011-2012 Best Hospitals rankings (www.usanews.com/besthospitals). Another Bon Secours Richmond Hospital, St. Mary’s Hospital, was ranked No. 2. The latest rankings showcase 720 hospitals out of about 5,000 hospitals nationwide. Each is ranked among the country’s top hospitals in at least one medical specialty and/or ranked among the best hospitals in its metro area. Memorial Regional Medical Center performed nearly at the level of nationally ranked U.S. News Best Hospitals in eight adult specialties: Cancer, Diabetes and Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Geriatrics, Nephrology, Neurology and Neurosurgery Orthopedics and Pulmonology. St. Mary’s Hospital performed nearly at the level of nationally ranked U.S. News Best Hospitals in nine adult specialties: Cancer, Gastroenterology, Geriatrics, Gynecology, Nephrology, Neurology and Neurosurgery, see MRMC, pg. 4

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Suspect was found in possession of controlled substances on Mechanicsville Turnpike.

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whose care may not demand the special expertise found only at a nationally ranked Best Hospital or who may not be willing or able to travel long distances for medical care. The U.S. News metro rankings give many such patients and their families more choices of hospitals within their community and in their health insurance network. “These are hospitals we call ‘high performers.’ They are fully capable of giving most patients first-rate care, even if they have serious conditions or need demanding procedures,” Comarow said. “Almost every major metro area has at least one of these hospitals.” Hard numbers stand behind the rankings in most specialties — death rates, patient safety, procedure volume and other objective data. Responses to a national survey, in which physicians were asked to name hospitals they consider best in their specialty for the toughest cases, also were factored in. Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center and Henrico Doctor’s Hospital also are among those ranked in Richmond. ----Bon Secours Virginia (BSV) is the fourth largest and only faith-based health system in Virginia. Bon Secours Richmond includes St. Mary’s Hospital, Memorial Regional Medical Center, Richmond Community Hospital and St. Francis Medical Center. Information submitted by Karen Batalo Marketing and Public Relations.

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other commendations. In addition to his regular patrol duties, he serves as a breathalyzer operator, is certified in the operation of RADAR, and is a member of the Tactical Field Force. Hines also noted Gooding’s education and military background, as well as his law enforcement training, in influencing what the sheriff called “his strong performance since he began his career with the Sheriff ’s Office in 2008.” Gooding, who grew up in eastern Henrico County and graduated from Highland Springs High School, received a criminal justice degree from The Citadel, where he also prepared for the U.S. Marine Corps. Courses included Platoon Leader and Officer Candidate School. “Once I graduated, I received a commission in the Marine Corps and volunteered for the infantry soon thereafter,” he said. He received orders to go to Camp Lejeune, N.C., to join his unit. He was a rifle platoon commander in the 1st Battalion Infantry with the Marines. His military journey then found him in Al Anbar Province in Iraq, where he led combat operations. Gooding left The Citadel as a second lieutenant in the USMC and has since risen through the ranks to first lieutenant and captain, the office he now holds. A humble man, Gooding

said he was honored by the recognition he has received from the sheriff and his fellow officers. “A lot of respectable men have received this title and I’m thrilled to be one of them,” he said of being named Officer of the Year. “I was 22 years old when I hit the fleet, so I was leading men that were a lot older than me and more experienced,” he said about the first of two tours of duty in Iraq. “We saw pretty heavy fighting,” he said of his first deployment. “I experienced the loss of a few Marines under my leadership in firefights and IED (improvised explosive device) explosions.” “We went over there in 2005; we supported the elections, which was a very violent period in the Al Anbar Providence,” he continued. “Essentially, we were fighting Al Qaeda in Iraq.” “I finished that deployment in 2006 and turned right back around in 2007 and went over again. This time was a first lieutenant with a Weapons Platoon.” They went to Ar Rutbah, clearing the town of about 50,000. Again, Al-Qaeda was the enemy and Gooding and his unit found themselves in what he described as “very heavy combat.” He took command of a tribal militia of about 40 men, who previously had been enemies. The local insurgents “basically wanted revenge against Al-Qaeda.” Gooding said the Marines’ efforts took 40 men and organized a force of 400. see OFFICER, pg. 8

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R-MC welcomes prospective students Virginia Private College Week provides application fee waivers to participants By Jim Fields jfields@mechlocal.com With Virginia Private College Week underway, Randolph-Macon College is doing its part to accommodate potential students. The observance started on Monday and provides prospective students with the opportunity to receive application fee waivers that can save them as much as $150. The waiver is contingent upon visits to three or more participating colleges. The Council of Independent Colleges in Virginia (CICV) is working on the program with 25 private colleges, including Ashland-based R-MC, in Virginia. A student, with or without a parent(s), must visit the admissions department of a participating college on or before Saturday, July 30. After each tour, a student will receive a voucher that can be used with an admission application to a CICV college that will waive the application fee. Application fees range from $25

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What were you doing on Sept. 11, 2001? Depending on your age, there are events that make you immediately think “I was doing (fill in the blank) when I heard the news.” Such was the case nearly 10 years ago when our nation was shaken to the core by attacks. As the 10-year anniversary (yes, it’s hard to believe it has been a decade) of that horrific day nears, the question we ask is: What were you doing on Sept. 11, 2001? If you are willing to share those memories, please submit to mkinser@mechlocal.com. For this writer, the day started like many with a call to the news editor at the daily newspaper in southwestern West Virginia. As editor, my shift ended after midnight and started mid-day. The morning check-in call was just part of our routine. The call that day, however, was met with a “Turn on the TV.” “What channel?” “It doesn’t matter — turn on the TV.” The conversation started not long after the first plane hit the World Trade Center. And then the wheels started turning on another news cycle. That’s part of this business: We kick into “go” mode when we receive a news tip, regardless of the level. Obviously, this story was of a magnitude many in our small newsroom had never encountered or faced. Even though the events of that day occurred in New York, Pennsylvania and Washington, D.C., we discovered several local connections — and reporters went about the task of gathering whatever information they could about former residents and their status in those locations. As a nation, we all felt a vulnerability most of us had never experienced. We ached for the losses — and the loved ones they left behind. The sounds of the newsroom echo in my mind as we were vigilant in pursuing the stories, yet staying in tune with the stream of updates provided through the wire service and television news broadcasts. We did our job that day but remained ever mindful of what our country, the land of the free, had endured. So, what were you doing on Sept. 11, 2001? Melody Kinser

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LETTERS | Reader Views informative on many levels of the struggles before and during the American Revolution. Our heartfelt thanks and gratitude go out to the Historic My wife and I attended the Polegreen Lecture Series on Polegreen Church Foundation, who hosted the event. This July 12. The speaker/author was Dr. John Ragosta and the was as educational, entertaining and politely social as any title was “Religious Freedom — How we got it: Hornets, Snakes, Presbyterians and Baptists.” This event was held see LETTERS, pg. 8 at the Library of Virginia. The event was followed by a wonderful reception, giving delicious time to munch and mingle. Dr. Ragosta was phenomenal.We enjoyed learning The Local welcomes your signed letters to the editor on topics of about the struggles faced by the Virginia colonists and the interest to Mechanicsville residents. Letters must include your civil ways that they answered the prejudices of the times. He address and a daytime telephone number. We reserve the right to gave an entirely new and respectable view of the separation edit letters. We do not guarantee that every letter received will be of church and state. Our modern views of the reasons and published. Letters reflect the opinions and positions of the writers ramifications of this “wall of separation” do not do justice to and not The Mechanicsville Local. the history of the need to create this separation. Send letters to: We purchased and have just started reading Dr. Ragosta’s The Mechanicsville Local, 6400 Mechanicsville Turnpike, book, “Wellspring of Liberty: How Virginia’s Religious Mechanicsville, VA 23111 Dissenters Helped Win the American Revolution and Fax: 730-0476 E-mail: mkinser@mechlocal.com Secured Religious Liberty.” It is thought-provoking and

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Hanover Tavern executive director David Deal, at the podium in the photo at left, addresses visitors, flanked by re-enactors from the 15th Virginia Infantry, a Civil War unit that contained many Hanoverians. Above, volunteers explained exhibits featured in the new Civil War exhibit to an appreciative group of visitors at the pre-opening reception.

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sents Hanover’s celebration of the 150th anniversary of the Civil War. “This was truly a community effort,” Deal said. “All the artifacts that are here on loan were given to us by the community. This is a big deal for the Tavern.” He said the personalized display of clothing and other items highlight “stories that were never told.” The event featured a presentation by the 15th Virginia infantry re-enactors who replicated a scene from the corps’ illustrious past. When the Hanover-based troops were stationed at William and Mary in 1861, a woman used her wedding gown to make a flag presented to the unit. That flag exists today at the Museum of the Confederacy. Liz Watkins Morris sewed the replica for the special Tavern event. After completing several flags for Five Forks, Morris said the group contacted her to produce the duplicate. Asked how many hours it took to complete the project, Morris said, “I stopped counting.”

Following the presentation, visitors got a chance to experience the audio tour first-hand and many focused on the room that contains the new Civil War exhibit. “I think it was a great turnout,” Deal said. “It shows the respect and support people have for the Tavern.” The director said it’s another

step in an ongoing process to enhance the Tavern and allow it to reach its full historical potential. “We needed to present and interpret some history here,” Deal said. “We have a great old building that has a great history. We were missing the boat because people would come and go to the play, have dinner,

but then they would wander around the building with only a few placards to look at.” That’s all been remedied with the new audio tour. “Now with the audio tour, you can read and hear the details, and, along with the Civil War exhibit, it gives people a reason to enjoy their history here,” Deal said.

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No evidence of being born gay I am responding to the letter “Pride is beautiful” on July 6. Love is not the question. Tolerance and support are misplaced if the issue is immoral. We all have free will choice as to what we will do, think or say. Despite claims to the contrary, to date, no scientific evidence has been found that proves “homosexuals” are born that way. In fact, God’s Word is clear that sexual activity is to be only within the bounds of marriage, between one man and one woman. Homosexuality goes against God’s created order and expressed will. Homosexuals, who claim to be born that way, need to know that the Bible says all people are born with a sin nature. And that our nature makes us sinners. Homosexuals argue that see LETTERS, pg. 13 "

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With a criminal justice degree, Gooding said he “wanted to put it to good use. I’m not the kind of guy that likes to sit in an office all day. I like to solve problems, work with people. I like to outsmart the bad guys.” He was encouraged to pursue law enforcement opportunities in Hanover County and joined the Sheriff ’s Office in 2008 after graduating from the local academy. He left active duty with the Marines on July 14 and officially started work at the Sheriff’s Office the next day. A patrol deputy, Gooding said he patrols a beat, mainly in the Mechanicsville area. He is available for calls for service, to investigate crimes, and enforce traffic laws. Looking ahead, he plans to have “a long career here with the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office. I’ve been propositioned to do work with different federal entities, but I like life here and, moreover, my wife (Rachel, who was born and raised in

Old Church), does. And I like this work. Basically, this is the first line of law enforcement,” he added. “I guess it kind of goes with my roots in the infantry. I like being out there on the front lines with what’s going on in the streets.” Local law enforcement officers, Capt. Michael J. Trice noted, “get people in crisis, an opportunity to intervene and immediately make a difference – sometimes by your presence alone.” “You have the benefit of the citizenry,” Gooding said. “I guess the relationship you build with the community will either help or hurt you in an investigation – whatever crime you’re investigating.” Deputies, he said, have the benefit of establishing community relations. “We have a good agency to work for, good leadership,” Trice said. “All of that goes into attracting good candidates. We have a civic-minded approach, a service-type attitude.”

“Davis is a good example of our young officers,” the captain added. “We have a set of standards that go all the way across-the-board – whether you’ve been here a minute or 25 years.” In addition to Gooding, Hines honored Deputy Jason Taylor as Rookie of the Year, Deputy Danny Rudock as Reserve Officer of the Year and Deputy Michael Mason as Explorer of the Year. The awards are based on nominations, recommendations from a committee and a peer review process, with the final selection being made by the sheriff. Of Gooding, Hines said, “He serves as an example of the type of individual we seek to employ and our expectations for performance soon after the completion of law enforcement training.” Gooding and his wife have two children, Hunter, 5, and Karleigh, 3.

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| Death Notices & Funerals Paul W. Barlow, of Ash-

land, passed away on Friday, July 22, 2011. He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter M. and Maude Puller Barlow; two sisters-in-law, Hope Barlow and Nancy Barlow. He is survived by three brothers, Walter (a special brother, friend and caregiver), Warren and Bobby Barlow; and a dear friend Catherine Painter. The family received friends on Monday, July 25, 2011 at the Nelsen Funeral Home, Ashland where services were held on Tuesday, July 26, 2011. Graveside services followed in Signal Hill Memorial Park.

Melanie Kay Walton Bernier, 49, of Mechan-

icsville, went to be with the Lord on July 20, 2011, after a valiant fight with cancer. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Charles and Marion Lauterbach and Joseph and Dorothy Walton; and her niece, Anna Christine Borger. She is survived by her son, Ryan Kent Peterson; father, Norman “Freddie” Walton and his wife, Betty; mother, Norma L. Evenson; brother and sister and their spouses, Chris and Mildred Walton, Todd and Timberley Walton Borger; and father of her son, Kent Peterson. She is also survived by her niece, Brandy Walton; nephews, Christopher Walton and Samuel Borger; loving aunts, uncles and friends. A memorial service was held on Monday, July 25, 2011 at Biltmore Baptist Church, 1300 New York Ave, Glen Allen, Va. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the church.

She was preceded in death by her husband, James Clinton; three brothers, Ollie Jr., Clyde and Thomas Coleman. Left to cherish her memory are her daughters, Louise Clinton and Jean Scott; three sisters, Annie Terrell, Elizabeth Harris (McKinley) and Marie Johnson; two brothers, Edward Coleman (Ruth Ann) and Oliver Coleman (Phyllis); and a host of other relatives and friends, four devoted, Michael Johnson, Daric Cotman, Golden Lewis and Julia Dendy. The family received friends at the F.E. Dabney Funeral Home, Ashland. Homegoing services were held Wednesday, July 20, 2011 at the Brown Grove Baptist Church, Ashland. Rev. Dr. Darius Beechaum, pastor, officiated. Graveside services were held at the Jones Family Cemetery, Egypt Road, Ashland. Online condolences can be made at fedabneyfuneralhome.com.

Donna Faye Worley Cole, “Memaw”, of Mechan-

icsville, lost her battle with Parkinson’s on Thursday, July 14, 2011. She was the daughter of the late Don and Ruth Worley. She is survived by her loving husband of 12 years, Wade Cole; brother, Jerry (Joy) Worley; sister-in-law, Joanne (John) Martin; brother-in-law, Peter Cole; sons, Scott (Shawn) McMillian and A. McMillian; daughter, Debra (Matt) Ruppert; daughter-in-law, Brenda McMillian; granddaughters, Kelli McMillian, Ashley Ruppert, Macy Ruppert; grandson, Matthew McMillian; and numerous other family and friends. A memorial service was held on Saturday, July 23, 2011 at Dinwiddie Church of the Nazarene, 24604 Old Nannie Ann Vaughan Road, Dinwiddie, Clinton,”Pete”, 78, of Ashland Va. 23841. In lieu of flowers, (Brown Grove), went home to donations may be made to the be with the Lord July 15, 2011.

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bie Butler and Ricky Cochran. Mrs. Conrad was a member of Rockville United Church and felt closest to God when she Gene M. Collins of was in her garden; she loved Ashland, formerly of Richroses. The family will receive mond, son of the late Bernie friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, and Bernice Collins, died July July 29, 2011 at Pumphrey 22, 2011. He was preceded in Funeral Home in Rockville, death by his brother, Bernie Md. A funeral service will be Leo Collins, and is survived held 12:30 p.m. Saturday, July by his wife of 52 years, Joy; his children, Lisa Cardwell and her 30, 2011 at Rockville United husband, Kent, Ben Collins and Church, followed by interment in Parklawn Memorial his wife, Lisan, Kerri Watson Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, and her husband Bernie; his memorial contributions may grandchildren, Grace, Eddie be made to the Alzheimer’s and Benjamin Cardwell, Eric, Emily, Mark and David Collins Association. and Taylor and Justin Watson; his brother, James M. Collins Joyce Latta Creech, 81, and his wife Jean. Gene proudly of Mechanicsville, formerly served in the US Navy aboard of Granville Co. N.C., passed the USS Hornet during the away Tuesday July 19, 2011. Korean conflict. He retired She was preceded in death by from the Richmond City Fire her husband, James E. Creech. Department after 31 years of Surviving are her sons, James service and was a member of E. “Jimmy” Creech Jr. and John Kings Chapel Presbyterian Charles “Charlie” Creech (BarChurch, Doswell, Va. The fam- bara); granddaughters, Tiffany ily received friends Monday, Creech Howell (Scott) Jennifer July 25, 2011 at Bliley’s-Staples Creasy (Tyler) and Christina Mill, 8510 Staples Mill Rd. Creech and great- grandson, A graveside service was held Tucker Creasy. The family Tuesday, July 26, 2011 in received friends Wednesday Westhampton Memorial Park. from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the MeIn lieu of flowers, memorial chanicsville Chapel of Bennett contributions may be made Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis to The Alzheimer’s AssociaRd. Graveside services will be tion, Respite Care, 4600 Cox Thursday 10 a.m. at Signal Hill Road, Suite 130, Glen Allen, Va. Memorial Park. In lieu of flow23060. ers, memorial contributions may be made to Ashcake Volunteer Rescue Squad, Henry Doris Conrad, 79, of Fire Department or Mothers Rockville, Md., passed away Against Drunk Drivers. July 20, 2011 in her home at The Haven in Mechanicsville. She was the widow of Floyd James Mitchell Davis Conrad and is survived by her Jr., 68, of Rochester, N.H., children, Dan Conrad, Debra formerly of Mechanicsville, Conrad, Linda Harrison and departed this life Thursday, Kim Sanders; grandchildren, June 30, 2011. Mr. Davis Suzanna, Katie, Sarah, Sam, was preceded in death by his CJ, Riley and Madison; her parents, James Mitchell Davis only great-grandchild, Lilian; Sr. and Rozelle Harper Davis. siblings, Marjorie Helmich, Jean Rutter, Bill Cochran, Absee OBITUARIES, pg. 11 !

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He is survived by his son, James (Kimberly) Davis of Accomac; daughters, Mary (Richard) Gastrich of Quinton and Laura (Robert) Franklin of Henrico; sister, Mary Elizabeth Davis Watson; six grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; two nieces and one great- niece. Mr. Davis was born December 17, 1942 in Richmond, Va. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy and later worked at Philip Morris USA as an engineer, where he developed a passion for computers and information technology. A memorial service was held Saturday, July 23, 2011 at Stockton Memorial Baptist Church, 5100 Claypoint Road, Chesterfield, Va. 23832. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established with Stockton Memorial Baptist Church.

Irene Gibson, 72, of Williamsburg, passed away on July 19, 2011. She was preceded in death by her mother, Gladys Duerr, her father, Clarence Duerr, her brother, Clarence

Duerr, Jr., and her nephew, Douglas Duerr. Born in Brooklyn, NY, Irene worked for more than twenty years as an instructional teacher’s aide in the Darien Public School System. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and a faithful sister and friend to many. Irene had lived in Williamsburg since November 2010. She is survived by her loving husband of 43 years, Anthony Gibson; two sons, Stephen Gibson and wife, Karen, and Jonathan Gibson and wife Carrie; grandchildren, Dylan and Tucker as well as a granddaughter to be born in September 2011, Chloe Irene; brother, Kenneth Duerr and wife Jean, two sisters, Marjorie Nixon and husband Wesley, and Audrey Jester and husband Roy; and many nephews and nieces. The family received friends on Thursday, July 21, 2011 at Nelsen Funeral Home, 3785 Strawberry Plains Rd, Williamsburg. A service was held on Friday, July 22, 2011 at Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church, 1677 Jamestown Rd, Williamsburg. Graveside services followed at Williamsburg Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers,

donations may be made to Focus on the Family, Colorado Springs, CO 80995 or to Ravi Zacharias International Ministries, 4725 Peachtree Corners Circle, Suite 250, Norcross, GA 30092. Online condolences may be offered at www.nelsencares.com.

Richard Machalski, of Mechanicsville, passed away July 17, 2011. He was born Sept. 29, 1938 in Bondys, Poland, and arrived in the U.S. Aug. 9, 1949. He was preceded in death by his parents, Tadeusz and Marianna Machalski. He is survived by a daughter, Lisa M. Gordon; two brothers, Robert Machalski and Edward Machalski and wife, Janice; two nephews, Christopher E. and Tony P. Machalski. Mr. Machalski served in the Army from August 1962 through December 7, 1967. The family received friends Wednesday, July 20, 2011 at the Monaghan Funeral Home, 7300 Creighton Pkwy., Mechanicsville. Graveside services were held Thursday, July 21, 2011 with military honors at Signal Hill Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the East Hanover Volunteer Rescue Squad.

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Credit Women’s Association (TACWA) and an active 4-H volContinued from pg. 11 b unteer. She is survived by her parents, Cdr. Harold A. Smith (USN Mildred C. Miller, of Ret) and Patricia Walker Smith; Mechanicsville, passed away and her siblings, Ann E. Schmidt, on Sunday, July 17, 2011. She Wayne A. Smith, Nancy Smith was preceded in death by her Kesler and Donald T. Smith; loving husband of 60 years, Roy Linda Lee Scott, 66, of former husband, Gary Helton; L. Miller. Mildred had a long and many other loving family and Hanover, died Wednesday, July career as an educator and was friends. Katherine’s final wishes 20, 2011. She is survived by her passionate about music, having husband of 47 years, Charles Scott were for private services, and in served as organist and pianist lieu of flowers, donations made to III; daughter, Janice Firestone for a number of churches, as the McShin Foundation at 2300 (Mike); son, Charles Scott IV well as at numerous weddings. (Susan); four grandchildren, Dumbarton Road, Richmond, Plans for her service will be Casey, Malyn, Scott and Max; one Virginia 23228. announced soon. great-grandson, J.R.; two sisters, Evelyn Englehart and Betty A. Charlotte Seay Sullivan, Wilma Milner Santini, Davis; and two brothers, Jim and 82, of Mechanicsville, passed 93, of Mechanicsville, went to be Ed Lynch. Family received friends away at her residence Wednesday, with the Lord on Sunday, July 17, Friday, July 22, 2011 at Bliley’sJuly 20, 2011. She was a member 2011. She was born in Gadsden, Staples Mill, 8510 Staples Mill Rd., of Good Hope Baptist Church. Alabama, to the late Molly and where a funeral service was held. She is survived by her brother, Finis Clowdus, and was preceded Graveside services were private. In Carlton R. Seay of Jacksonville, in death by her husbands, Ralph lieu of flowers, memorial contriFla.; sister, Frances C. Carter of E. Milner and Norman F. Santini; butions may be made to Ashcake Fredericksburg; nephew, Wallace and her son, Ralph E. Milner Jr. Volunteer Rescue Squad. Glenn Martin of Chesterfield; and She is survived by her daughter, a niece, Jodie Martin of MechanValecia Milner Bruce; sister, Betty Katherine Smith Helton, icsville. She was preceded in death C. Bowles; grandchildren, Mark by her husband, Warren H. Sul“Kati”, age 52, died on July 18, Bruce (Lindey), Scott Bruce, Jen- 2011 at her home in Mechaniclivan; and sister, Adelle S. Martin. nifer B. Adkins (Rodney), Melanie sville. She was a 1976 graduate A service was held at Good Hope B. White (Sam), Kendall M. Baptist Church on Monday, July of Frank W. Cox High School in Tucker (Ed) and Sean Chalifoux; Virginia Beach and after serving 25, 2011, with the family receiving great- grandchildren, Tabitha in the Army with B CO 124 Maint friends an hour prior to the serChildress, Afton Bruce, Brooklyn BN 2 AD and 48th Med BN 2 AD vice. Graveside services followed Bruce, Chasity Hufner, Brittany in the church cemetery. Memoriin Ft. Hood, Texas, she attended May, Scottie Bruce, Logan Bruce, Old Dominion University. She als may be made in her name to Megan Adkins, Hunter Adkins, Good Hope Baptist Church, 5601 loved volunteering at McGuire Miles Chalifoux and Isabelle Veterans Hospital, where she also Courthouse Rd., Spotsylvania, Va. Tucker. Wilma led an adventur22551. Online condolences may received outstanding support ous life spanning many decades, and medical treatment for cancer. be made at mullinsthompsonand left a legacy of love and fredericks.com. She was a resident of Charles laughter to her beloved family. City County for many years Although legally blind, she was an and worked in the field of credit Clinton E. Tucker Jr., avid bowler. The family received management. She was the charter “Eddie”, age 69, of Aylett, Va., friends Thursday, July 21, 2011 president of the Tidewater Area went to be with his Lord on Saturat the Mechanicsville Chapel of day, July 16, 2011 after a valiantly fought battle with lung cancer. Eddie was a retired Richmond Police Lieutenant with 30 years of service. He was preceded in death by handbags his father, Clinton Tucker Sr; and mother, Dorothy Broach Tucker; clothing and his brother, Randy Tucker. He & is survived by his wife of 25 years, “must have” Karol Via Tucker; daughter, Joy accessories Sadler (Wes); son, Clint III; sister, Judy Beck (Bob); stepsons, David 804.798.1939 and Brian Marshall; grandsons, 107 robinson street • ashland, va Hudson and Jordan Sadler and

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Chase and Taylor Tucker; and stepgrandchildren, Sydney and Matthew Marshall. The family received friends with a Masonic Service on Tuesday, July 19, 2011 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home. Funeral services and graveside services were held at Sharon Baptist Church, 901 Sharon Road, King William, Va., on Wednesday, July 20, 2011. Pastor Lyttle Buckingham officiated. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Indian Rivers Humane Society, P.O. Box 264 Aylett, Va. 23009. The family would like to express their sincere appreciation for the kindness given to Eddie during his illness by the staff and nurses of the Bon Secours Hospice Program. bennettfuneralhomes.com.

Barbara Moore Washington , 69, of Mechanicsville, departed this life on July 23, 2011. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Julia Moore. She leaves to cherish her memory a loving and devoted husband, Clifford Washington Sr.; daughter, Angela Simmons (Julian); three sons, Larry and Junius Thompson and Antoine Washington; four step-sons, Clifford Jr., Mario (Bertha), Darryl (Angela) and Rodney Washington; 13 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; sister, Lisa DeWitt (Morris); three brothers, Roland (Blanche), Charles (Patricia) and Learman Moore; loving aunt, Elise Cephas; two devoted friends, Phyllis Brooks and Charlotte Sherman; and a host of other relatives and friends. Family received friends at March Funeral Home, 2110 E. Laburnum Ave., where viewing was held on Tuesday, July 26, 2011 and where family received friends. Funeral service 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 27, 2011 at First Shiloh Baptist Church, Mechanicsville, where Rev. Doctor R. Neil Siler is Pastor. Eulogist, Rev. Don Hayes. Interment in Forest Lawn Cemetery. see OBITUARIES, pg. 28 `

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they did not make a conscious decision to be that way, so it must be natural. They are born that way just as all of us are born with a sin nature and sinful desires. It is natural for them, and for all of us, to be tempted to do things that God says are wrong. In the same way, pedophiles, adulterers, alcoholics, drug addicts, etc., do not make a conscious decision to choose that self-destructive lifestyle; they simply give in to their sinful desires. Rather than offend homosexuals by directly confronting this sinful lifestyle, modern evangelism often tries to soften the approach by saying that “God hates the sin, but loves the sinner”. This is not a new concept. Some people have labored very hard to set up this ridiculous and absurd abstraction that God is angry at sin, yet not at the sinner. He hates theft, but loves the thief; He abhors adultery, but is pleased with the adulterer. This is supreme nonsense. The Bible says God is angry with the sinner, not the abstract sin. And that He is angry with all sinners every day. Psalm 7:11 says, “God is always right in how He judges. He is angry

with the sinful every day. If a man is not sorry for his sins and will not turn from them, God’s wrath abides upon him and he (the sinner) will be judged on Judgment Day as guilty and cast into the fire of Hell.” Therefore do not argue with the sinner about his lifestyle but rather use God’s law — The Ten Commandments — to bring the knowledge of sin. This will show him that he is guilty of breaking God’s holy law, and he is damned despite his sexual preference. The law was made for homosexuals as well as all other lawbreakers. No sinner will enter the kingdom of Heaven. Not because God does not love us but because He cannot tolerate sin. Sin is natural for unbelievers, that does not mean God wants them to remain that way. We must all confess our sins to God and ask for His forgiveness. God can set us free from our sinful nature, give us new and right desires, and help us withstand temptations. Homosexuals are deceived if they think the Scriptures condone their lifestyle, or think it’s okay with God, because they cannot change. Homosexuality is sin. 1 Corinthians 6:9-10 lists sins, which encompasses all the Ten Commandments and makes it clear no sinner will

be allowed in heaven. Verse 11 reminds us that we were all sinners but that God can wash sinners clean and make them righteous in His sight. Homosexuality is sin, no worse that any other sin. Sin is sin in God’s eyes, and He will judge all sin on Judgment Day. We are all charged by God in His Word and by the life and actions of our Savior Jesus Christ to love, care and help each other. We are not to judge one another for judgment’s sake but are to show true compassion. Part of that compassion is to tell others the truth of God’s Word. Look at these Scriptures: Ephesians 2:1-3 (We are all sinners), 2 Romans 7:23-8 and Ephesians 4:22-24 (God cleanses sinners and gives them new desires), 1 Corinthians 10:13 (All are tempted to sin but God provides a way of escape), 1 Corinthians 6:9-10 (NO sinner will enter the kingdom of Heaven) Claudine Rellihan Mechanicsville

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Averett graduates Eleven Mechanicsville area residents were among the 350 students to receive their diplomas during Averett University’s Dec. 11 Commencement, which was held at its E. Stuart James Grant Center in Danville. The local graduates are: Timothy Lamar Austin, who received a BBA in business administration; Beth Ann Cole, MED in curriculum and instruction; David M. Ercolano, BBA in business administration; Erin Carroll Herrity, MED in curriculum and instruction; Charles A. Hines, BBA in business administration; Rachael Austin Redford, BS in sociology; Daniel B. Ritchie, MBA in business administration; Rita McDaniel Toney, BBA in business administration; Michael W. Zmuda, MBA in business administration; Brandon Michael Malone, BS in physical education, wellness/sports medicine; and Tamara Nichols Brown, MED in curriculum and instruction.

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and Dean’s Lists for both traditional and inSPIRE degree completion students for the spring 2011 semester. To be named to the President’s List, students must earn a grade point average (GPA) between 3.9 and 4.0 during the spring semester, while those that earn a GPA between 3.5 and 3.8 are named to the Dean’s List. Hanover County students earning placement on the spring 2011 President’s List were: Donese Elligan and Dana Thierry, both of Glen Allen, and Elizabeth Wright of Ashland. Tina Wood of Glen Allen was placed on the Dean’s List. Brevard honors lists Brevard College in Brevard, N.C., has named Savannah Kathleen Sargent and Chelsi Ann Mallory, both of Mechanicsville, to the Dean’s List and Honor Roll, respectively, for the spring semester of the 2010-2011 academic year. To be eligible for the Dean’s List, a student must be enrolled full-time and earn a 3.50 grade point average or higher for the semester. To be eligible for the Honor Roll, students must be enrolled

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work. During that time Tim needed rides to work, movies and other interesting places, which sort of got me out of the house and gave me something to do. I sort of enjoyed this attention, even though “he was using me” for rides. I sort of lost sight of Tim for a few years and we caught up again when he was about to get married. Then the fun started. Just about every week all three of us were always going somewhere, this time in a car, maybe to Virginia Beach or some campground. Then after a few years his wife lost interest in all this outdoor activity so it was just Tim and me. I loved every minute of it. Tim got a boat and we went boating, which opened a new world to me. I generally am a landlubber but quickly got to like the water, which was Tim’s

prime interest. At one time he wanted me to adopt him or become blood brothers, a procedure that was a bit extreme but in actuality in word, deed and action we were “brothers.” I saw potential in this young man and, in fact, got him and his wife interested in computers. Tim’s interest went further: He wanted to be a computer programmer. I was delighted and helped him all I could with financing some things needed to further his budding career. I even employed him as my computer technician to come and fix any computer problem I encountered. I gave him $20 a visit, which he really didn’t want to take but made him take it anyway. I told him upon getting his certificate for computer programming I would raise his pay to $25. Unfortunately, that day was cruelly denied him last on July 9 when he tragically died from his fall from the stairwell at the James River. His death has

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‘Town pride’ has made Ashland so successful By Jim Fields jfields@mechlocal.com

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NextEra Energy Resources has helped the Town of Ashland with a Flashing Alert sign that notifies citizens and travelers of emergency messages being broadcast on Hanover AM 1700. Shown are, from left, front row, Deputy Fire/EMS Chief Bear Carneal, Ron Rosinski of NextEra Energy Resources and Ashland Police Chief Doug Goodman, and, back row, first responders John E. Portwood, Eric N. Harper and Adam McInemy.

In case of emergency . . . Donation helps police department buy flashing alert sign A donation from a private company will enable the Town of Ashland to receive a Flashing Alert sign that will notify citizens and travelers of emergency messages being broadcast on Hanover AM 1700. NextEra Energy Resources, parent company of Doswell Limited Partnership, worked with Hanover Fire/EMS and the town on the donation. The donation will enable Hanover Fire/ EMS to place the Flashing Alert sign on a location permitted by Town Council, potentially in the median strip near the intersection of U.S. 1 and U.S. 54.

“We’re doing this because public safety is a top priority for our company,” said Ron Rosinski, environmental specialist. NextEra Energy’s plant is located in the Doswell area and is part of NextEra Energy Resources fleet of clean and renewable energy facilities. Ashland Police Chief Douglas A. Goodman Jr. expressed his appreciation to NextEra Energy for the donation. “On behalf of the mayor (Faye O. Prichard), Town Council (James Foley, Dr. George Spagna, Terri Winston-Abri and Ned Henson) see EMERGENCY, pg. 17

Charles W. Hartgrove has an anniversary to celebrate Aug. 1, but it’s not with a spouse. He is engaged to be married, but his upcoming anniversary will be to mark eight years as the town manager of Ashland. “I have been a town manager in the Commonwealth for 14 years and became the Ashland town manager on Aug. 1, 2003,” he said. “I have been very fortunate to work with good town leaders here as far as the mayor and Town Council. They believe in the town’s employees and allow us to do our jobs.” He started his career as town manager in his hometown of Gate City and then headed to the same position in Middleburg. He did three-year stints in each town. Hartgrove said “town pride” is a huge plus for Ashland. “Just look at the July 4th parade, the Railroad Run, the Patrick Henry Half-Marathon and our 150th Anniversary celebration several years ago as to how much this town means to its citizens,” he said. “Businesses and private individuals are always ready to pitch in with time and resources to make a project work. I don’t know of

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Charles W. Hartgrove will celebrate eight years as town manager in Ashland. The town’s success, he said, is due in part to the pride residents have for their home.

any other town that can pull traveling Interstate 95 contriboff a community talent show utes handsomely. “The revenue Ashland takes like the one we have here. We have more and more people in through meals and lodging taxes is by far the largest part of our budget,” he said. “Other “Other taxes taxes don’t come close to prodon’t come close viding the revenue for the town to providing the that meals and lodging taxes do and most of it is from I-95 revenue for travelers.” the town that With that in mind, Hartgrove meals and lodging was asked about development of taxes do and the eastern side of the Ashland most of it is from exit from I-95, since there is I-95 travelers.” little or no property on the CHARLES W. HARTGROVE already developed western side available. Ashland town manager “Hank Wilton of Wilton Properties wanted to develop each year who want to be in it, the property on the southeast and it is just one example about corner of the exit, ” he said. “We how town pride has launched went through several years of and developed an event.” working with him to come up Ashland’s economy is based on many factors, and the traffic

see TOWN, pg. 17

Shenandoah National Park paintings to be featured at Montpelier center The Montpelier Center for Arts & Education will present A “Meet the Artist” event, featuring education, enterThe center is located at 17205 Mountain Road in Jonathan Frazier’s “Skyline” series Aug. 2 through 31. tainment and a demonstration, is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Montpelier. For more information, call 883-7378 or visit “Skyline” is a solo exhibition of paintings of the on Friday, Aug. 26. “Music Under the Stars” will follow at www.montpeliercenter.org. Shenandoah National Park in Virginia. 6:30 p.m. Lois Shipley is director of the art gallery.

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and the town manager (Charles W. Hartgrove), we really appreciate it,â&#x20AC;? Goodman said. In the event of an emergency in the town, the Ashland Police Department will be able to transmit messages on AM 1700, Hanoverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s low-power radio system designed to provide emergency and community information to motorists. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This provides us with another way to quickly get information out to the public,â&#x20AC;? said Goodman, adding that the Town Police recently began employing Facebook and Twitter as additional public information tools. Hanover Fire/EMS Deputy Chief Bear Carneal worked with Rosinski to secure the donation. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was the county administratorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (Cecil R. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Rhuâ&#x20AC;? Harris Jr.) goal to try and obtain funding for a Flashing Alert message sign for the town,â&#x20AC;? Carneal said. The orange lights on the

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signs flash when Hanover AM 1700 is activated for an emergency message. The system was permitted by the FCC as a low-power travelerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s information station with limited range. However, if you see the lights flashing but are unable to find the signal, the message can also be heard by dialing 365-1700. The Hanover AM 1700 radio system was built with Homeland Security grant funds and is designed primarily for motorists, but under good conditions also can be heard with a battery-operated radio. The Flashing Alert signs are located on major traffic corridors dispersed throughout the county. Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.

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Members of the 3rd Hanover County Public Schools Citizens’ Academy were recognized at the June 12 meeting of the Hanover County School Board. Class of 2011 members participated in seven sessions from September 2010 through May 2011.

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The academy, which originated as a strategy in the 20072013 Long-Range Plan, was recommended as a means to broaden the school district’s communication outreach and extend community partnerships. A certificate was presented to each participant in recogni-

tion of and appreciation for good citizenship, civic responsibility and community service. Members were: Melodie Bobko, Ben Branson, Tamara Brown, James Campbell. Alice B. Clark, Movita DanielGardner, Ian Fay, Rachel Gann, Pamela Gasper, Marilyn

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Block Party 4-H camp starts Monday Hanover 4-H will take campers between the ages of 9 and 12 for a five-day Block Party residential camp Monday through Friday, Aug. 1-5, at the Jamestown 4-H Camp. 4-H camping teaches youth to make their own decisions, solve problems, and manage their resources without the help of family. Through involvement in the 4-H camping program, youth become better family members by learning how to be more responsible.

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Susan Allen, the former first lady of Virginia, will visit Hanover County next week to announce her support of Angela Kelly-Wiecek. Kelly-Wiecek is the Republican candidate for the Chickahominy District seat on the Hanover County Board of Supervisors. Allen will speak at ALLEN

10:30 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 1, at the Atlee Station Village Clubhouse at 10068 Forrest Patch Drive in Mechanicsville. The event is being sponsored and paid for by Friends of Angela Kelly-Wiecek. Coffee, bagels and donuts will be served. Business casual attire is requested. For more information, contact Jenny Mundy, the event coordinator, at eljmundy@aol.com. Those planning to attend also may RSVP at www.angelaforsupervisor.com or Facebook at www.facebook.com/angelaforsupervisor.com.

is a member of Ducks Unlimited and the social fraternity Kappa Continued from pg. 15 Alpha and played varsity golf full-time and earn a grade point last year. A government major, average of 3.0 to 3.49 during the he is a graduate of Atlee High School. Tomlin is the son of semester. Danny and Joanie Tomlin of Mechanicsville.

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Tyler Goss of Mechanicsville, a junior majoring in philosophy and religion and mathematics, has been named to the Dean’s List for the spring semester at Bridgewater College. Students on the Dean’s List have attained a 3.4 or better grade point average of a possible 4.0. Any student who earned all As for a perfect 4.0 grade point average for the 15-week semester is identified with an asterisk by his/her name.

Emory & Henry Dean’s List Sarah Jenkins of Mechanicsville has been named to the Dean’s List at Emory & Henry College for the spring 2011 semester. To qualify for the Dean’s List, students must achieve at least a 3.6 (A minus) grade point average and must have completed at least 12 credit hours of course work during the semester.

Johnson graduates Shannon H. Johnson of Mechanicsville has earned an associate degree in science from Excelsior College in Albany, N.Y.

Tomlin inducted Hampden-Sydney College senior Curtis Walton Tomlin was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa on March 28. Membership recognizes the highest academic achievement, moral character, responsible citizenship and broad intellectual curiosity. A Patrick Henry Scholar, Tomlin

H-S Dean’s List Local students attending Hampden-Sydney College were named to the Dean’s List for the first semester of the 2010-2011 academic year. To earn this distinction, students must achieve at least a 3.3 semester grade point average out of a possible 4.0. Hanover County students named to the Dean’s List are: Matthew Lee Boschen, sophomore, a graduate of Patrick Henry High School and the son of Kenny and Amy Boschen of Ashland; Stuart Russell

Callahan, senior, a graduate of Hanover High School and the son of Daryl and Robin Callahan of Mechanicsville; Kenneth Earl Fryman of Mechanicsville, sophomore, a graduate of Hanover High School; Mitchell Scott Huzek, sophomore, a graduate of Hanover High School and the son of Scott and Margaret Huzek of Mechanicsville; Cody Thomas Murphey, junior, a graduate of Patrick Henry High School and the son of Mr. and Mrs. Dwayne T. Murphey of Ashland; Benjamin Todd Rogers, junior, a graduate of Hanover High School and the son of Todd and Becky Rogers of Mechanicsville; and Jacob Bruce Sommerville, sophomore, a graduate of Lee-Davis High School and the son of Bruce and Linda Sommerville

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Symposium attendee Deane S. Flickinger, the son of Jeff and Kathy Flickinger of Mechanicsville and a student at Lynchburg College, received a scholarship to attend the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge 50th Anniversary Symposium in January at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Conservation Training Center in Shepherdstown, W.Va. About 150 attendees listened to several important conservation historians and conservation leaders, including former President Jimmy Carter and field biologist Dr. George Schaller. During the symposium, Lynchburg College students were given the opportunity to learn about the impor-

tance of the Arctic refuge and the untouched ecosystems that reside there. Flickinger said, “The fact that there were scholarships given to only a handful of students by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service National Conservation Training Center made the opportunity even greater. For four days we were able to interact with some of the world’s top players in conservation, politics and history. I took away a much better understanding of the Arctic refuge and how important a place it truly is to our earth.”

in the Student Government Association for 2011-12. Amber Ocasio of Mechanicsville was elected treasurer of the Baldwin Program Board. Baldwin Program Board, part of the Student Government Association (SGA), consists of a chair and three board members. The board is responsible for filling and organizing the social calendar with movies, entertainers and other programming. Kawanda Temple of Hanover was elected Sophomore Class secretary. Class officers are part of the Student Government Association (SGA) at Mary Baldwin. The SGA is responsible for the management and development of the MBC student community and is based Two Hanover County resi- in the principles of the Honor dents, who are students at Mary System. Baldwin College in Staunton, have been elected to serve see EDUCATION, pg. 22

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Delaney Schmutte recently held her 5th annual LemonAid stand in her front yard to benefit Children’s Miracle Network. Her goal was to raise $500 to help kids with cancer. Thanks to her friends and family, she raised $723.50. Delaney mailed a letter, passed out flyers, and made signs for the neighborhood to advertise her event; she even got her Nana to make 100 cupcakes to boost sales. Her mother said she worked very hard to reach her goal and it paid off.

Miss Mechanicsville Brandy Kieper was joined by Isabella and Jillian Moncure, Junior and Little Miss Mechanicsville, in sponsoring an Anthem LemonAid station on July 16 on the sidewalk at Panera Bread on Bell Creek Road in Mechanicsville. In addition to selling lemonade to raise money for children with cancer, they also painted children’s faces. Panera donated the lemonade. The girls raised $125 for the Children’s Miracle Network. For more information about the program, visit www.childrensmiraclenetwork.net/lemonaid.

Hogg hosting large yard sale for MDA ERA Woody Hogg and Associates will hold a large yard sale from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Aug. 6, at their office at 9137 Chamberlayne Rd. in Mechanicsville, with all proceeds going to the Muscular Dystrophy Association. ERA is a national corporate sponsor of the MDA. Woody Hogg, the broker owner, said, “We have been working with MDA for 35 years. Our agents have helped raise over $500,000 since we started.”

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LEAD Scholars Award recipient Lauren Keeler of Mechanicsville, a student at Radford University, received a Leadership Through Experience, Academics and Development (LEAD) Scholar

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Several Hanover County firefighters recently took steps to see that LemonAid fundraiser events were successful. Engine 8 and Company 1 personnel found opportunities to pitch in and boost sales at LemonAid stands nearby. The kids hosting the charitable activities were excited -- and thankful -- to have the responders participate. This annual event earns strong support and the proceeds benefit the Children’s Miracle Network. In the photo above, Ashland Volunteer Fire Department crew members and their young friends support a great charity at the Kiddie Kingdom. Firefighters are, from left, Diana May, Logan Stanley, Dallas Larsen, Jesse Allen, Jason Atkinson, Erik Colley and District Chief Ben Murray. Below, Engine 8 was represented by Andy Beaulieu, Marquita Ford, Lt. Chip Hartle, Leigh Bolick and Butch Fuzy. They joined these youngsters in taking a cool break in Montpelier.

Ashland photographer wins awards Robertson captures Photographer of the Year honor for second year in a row Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com Jessica Robertson of Jessica Robertson Photographic Artistry was awarded Photographer of the Year for the second year in a row from Professional Photographers of America (PPA) at the 2011 International Print Competition. She will be honored and her work will be on display Jan. 15-17, 2012, at the Ernest N. Memorial Convention Center

in New Orleans, La. This exhibit of images constitutes one of the world’s largest annual exhibits of professional photography gathered simultaneously under one roof. A panel of eminent jurors from across the United States selected the top photographs from more than 4,000 total submitted entries at Gwinnett Technical College in Georgia. Robertson earned a merit for each of the four images included in her case.

Judged against a standard of excellence, only about 15 percent of entries were selected for the esteemed Loan Collection, the best of the best. Two of Robertson’s prints will be included. The Loan Collection images “Halleluiah” and “Milk Drunk” will be published in the “Loan Collection” book and a third image, “Sitting for Norman Rockwell,” will be published in a “Showcase” book for Judge’s Choice images. This follows her success at

the Southeastern Professional Photographers Association (SEPPA) convention and print competition in the spring, where Robertson submitted four of her state award winning prints and two additional images to this much larger judging venue. She returned home with Best portrait of a child for her image “Boys and Their Toys.” Robertson also was awarded two Second Place Distinguished Awards for Portrait of a Pet

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Jessica Robertson Photographic Artistry in Ashland’s “Sitting for Norman Rockwell” won for Showcase in a competition sponsored by the Professional Photographers of America (PPA).

entitled “Milk Drunk” and Portrait of a Woman entitled “Hallelujah!” These three prints have been selected for SEPPA’s new notable Loan Collection and one

image will grace the cover of SEPPA magazine. Robertson’s award-winning images are on display at her studio at 307 England St. in Ashland.

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BE WELL lifts excess weight at MES The facility and staff at Mechanicsville Elementary School are energized to BE WELL! Success in lowering disease risk through best health practices have resulted in 1,000 pounds lost. Hanover County Employee Wellness program, BE WELL, proves measurable success in its mission to improve the health of Hanover’s workforce. School nurse and wellness coordinator Elisa Allen is purposeful in her intentions to integrate best health practices daily at Mechanicsville Elementary. Her appetite for success has resulted in cultivating a health conscience community. In October 2009, Allen launched BE WELL’s weight management initiative by

hosting weekly Weight Watchers At Work meetings where accountability, support, education and success are integral components. She also hosts exercise classes and health seminars to foster a comprehensive approach to employee wellness. Since beginning the initiative, employees report improved focus and productivity and possess a better sense of well being. Staff members also are proud to declare lowered heart disease risk and being medically released from maintenance medications to manage high blood pressure and diabetes that the extra weight caused. Allen said she believes that her “small contribution” to battling the national obe-

sity crisis has the potential to reach the students and parents at MES. “I want the children to benefit from our efforts by thinking twice about what they eat and how much they exercise — baby steps can make a profound difference.” She attributed her success to the readiness of the staff and the BE WELL program. “Knowing that the administration with Hanover County Public Schools and Mr. Rhu Harris, county administrator, care about our health by supporting employee wellness, motivates us to take full advantage of this wonderful program.” Information submitted by Linda M. Scarborough, Hanover County Public Schools communications specialist.

Parsons’ Cause to be Testifying Toastmasters presented on Saturday welcomes new members The Parsons’ Cause Foundation Inc. will present free public performances of The Parsons’ Cause — Prelude to Revolution at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 30 and Aug. 13, at the historic Hanover Courthouse (U.S. 301/Hanover Courthouse Road). In 1763, in a court case known as The Parsons’ Cause, which took place in the same courthouse, Patrick Henry

Community yard sale set Aug. 6 King William-Dawn Community Doctors will host a community yard sale from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Aug. 6. There is no set-up fee and all profits stay with you. Health screenings and activities for children also will be available. For more information,, call Nina Evers at 7693022.

was thrust into the forefront of Colonial legal and political circles by challenging the authority of the Church of England and the King of England. Audience members are encouraged to participate by assuming roles as jurors, parsons, parties to the case, or gentleman justices. For more information, visit www.parsonscause.org or call 837-4900.

For those looking to improve their self-confidence, enhance communications skills, and become more valuable to an employer or potential employer, Mechanicsville’s Testifying Toastmasters welcomes members. The club meets at 6:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the

month at the Hanover Church of the Nazarene. Testifying Toastmasters is a service to the community from the church. For more information, contact Sandy Sanders, membership/public relations vice president for Testifying Toastmasters at eesjresquire@netscape.net.

‘Are You Ready?’ class set for Aug. 9 If disaster strikes, are you and your family ready? If not, learn how. Hanover County is offering a series of free Community Disaster Preparedness Training Classes – called “Are You Ready?” – at locations throughout the county. The next class will be held at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 9, at the Cool Spring Baptist Church at 9283 Atlee Station Road in Mechanicsville. The two-hour program will help you to have an awareness of what to do and how to be informed about hazards and emergencies that may affect you and your family if there is a disaster. It will focus on how you and your family can

become self reliant for three days by getting a kit, making a plan, and staying informed. Representatives from the Sheriff ’s Office, Fire/ EMS, the Health Department, Social Services and Public Schools present the program. Seating is limited, so early registration is recommended. To sign up, call 365-4822. For more information, call Sgt. Chris Atkinson of the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office at 3656110 or e-mail him at rcatkinson@co.hanover. va.us The final “Are You Ready” class of 2011 is scheduled to be presented on Oct. 4 at the Mechanicsville Library.

‘Putts for Mutts’ golf event set The Hanover Humane Society will hold its second annual “Putts for Mutts” Golf Tournament on Oct. 24 at the Hanover County Club in Ashland. Proceeds will support Hanover Humane’s Adoption, Education and Prevention Programs. A shotgun start is scheduled for noon, with refreshments on the course throughout the event. The cost per participant is $100 and includes lunch, all green fees and amenities, as well as dinner. There also will be a variety of contests and raffle items at the event. Dinner and the Awards ceremony will

SmmrBkChts program starts Hanover County Public Schools’ middle school librarians and reading coaches invite all Hanover County middle school students to participate in the 2011 SmmrBkChts (Summer Book Chats) program. A book chat will be held in each of the county’s four middle school libraries and students may attend any or all of these group discussions regardless of which school they attend during the school year. The only requirement is for each student attendee to have read the featured book prior to attending. The SmmrBkChts will be held at the following schools on the dates indicated. ✏ 2 to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 10, at Oak Knoll Middle School: Flipped, by Wendelin Van Draanen. ✏ 2 to 3 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 11, at Liberty Middle School: Swindle by Gordon see PROGRAM, pg. 26

be held at the conclusion of the event at the Club House. Individuals and businesses may participate in the event by establishing teams, sponsoring holes on the course, and donating raffle items. The event will provide prizes for first, second and third place teams, as well as a number of door prizes. Additional contests with prizes are planned. The tournament is drawing near, and slots are limited for participation and sponsorships. For more information on how you and/ or your business might participate, e-mail

info@hanoverhumanesociety.org . A General Information Brochure, TeeBox Hole Sponsor Form and Entry Form are available online at www.hanoverhumanesociety.org. ----The Hanover Humane Society, located at 12190 Washington Highway in Ashland, is a 501(c)3 nonprofit entity established to promote humane treatment of animals. Established more than 25 years ago, it continues with its mission to help homeless cats and dogs by providing veterinary care, food and shelter until forever homes can be found. Information submitted by Juliet Nisley.

National Night Out to be observed next Tuesday The Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office has started planning for National Night Out 2011, which will be observed on Tuesday, Aug. 2. “National Night Out is an annual event designed to strengthen our communities by encouraging neighborhoods to engage in stronger relationships with each other and with their local law enforcement partners,” Col. David R. Hines, sheriff, said. “The goal is to heighten crime-prevention awareness, build support and participation in local anti-crime programs, and, most importantly, send a message that our neighborhoods are

organized and fighting back. It’s also the perfect opportunity to get to know your neighbors even better.” Capt. Michael J. Trice said that any community planning an event, or in need of more information, is asked to contact Deputy Barry Bland at 365-7116 or at bwbland@ co.hanover.va by Friday, July 22. Neighborhood organizations are urged to contact Bland so the Sheriff ’s Office can participate in those communities. Information submitted by Capt. Michael J. Trice.

School supply collection underway Ready, Set, School! Hanover’s county-wide school supply partnership is underway for the second year. This is a joint effort by the Hanover Youth Service Council (HYSC), Hanover Department of Community Resources, Hanover’s Helping Hands, Hanover County Public Schools, Stuff the Bus with

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✓ Hanover Youth Service Council will have Supply Drop Boxes at local libraries and participating businesses from July 20Aug. 18. ✓ HIAPBA Supply Drop Boxes: Aug. 8 at EVB (9495 Charter Gate Drive), Village Bank (10374 South Leadbetter Road), and Food Lion store in the Kings Charter Shopping Center. ✓ First Capital Bank’s Stuff the Bus: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Aug. 6 at the Ashland Walmart. ✓ Hanover Youth Service Council School Supply Collection Event: 8:30 a.m. to noon on Aug. 8 at the Mechanicsville Walmart. Critical supplies needed include: Durable 3-ring binders, composition

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Goodloe wins music competition Joel Goodloe, a 2011 graduate of Hanover High School, won first place in the Lions Club Music Scholarship (vocal music division). He won the local, regional and state competitions and received a $2,500 scholarship for his state win. He plans to attend Carnegie Mellon in the fall as a voice major. The purpose of the Lions of Virginia Bland Music Scholarship Foundation is to promote cultural and educational opportunities for the musically talented young people in Virginia (primarily of high school age). The goal is achieved through progressive competi-

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Zachary Holmes. He is also survived by Gus Eanes and family; his nephew, Carl Moore and his wife, Patrice, nephew Bud Weis and wife, Gerri of Colorado; and niece, Joanne Austin and husband, Clyde. Having served as a deacon for 30 years, Ed was an active member of his church. Ed was a gifted athlete and avid outdoorsman who spent most of his career in the sporting goods business, working for C.P. Dean and as co-owner of Trophies Unlimited. A champion bowler and archer, he also loved hunting and fishing. In addition to Edward C. Weis, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bunnyâ&#x20AC;?, being an avid outdoorsman, 82, of Mechanicsville was called Ed spent many years collecting and restoring antique cars and home to be with the Lord on July 19, 2011. He was preceded parts. While these simply were hobbies that he enjoyed, Ed in death by his parents and was passionate about helping siblings Margaret, Nicey and those in need. To many, he will Erhardt. He leaves to cherish his memory his devoted wife of be remembered as the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Turkey 32 years, Judy Timberlake Weis, Manâ&#x20AC;? based on his many years of leading a Christian ministry her children, Daniel Timberto provide hundreds of turkeys lake and Kathleen Holmes, to residents of Essex Village at their spouses, Paula Otto and Thanksgiving. He also helped Gary Holmes; and grandson

collect and distribute books for underprivileged children. Ed was a true witness of Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s love on earth, performing many simple acts of kindness throughout his life, many times for strangers. Early in his career Ed served his country as a Naval reservist based out of Virginia. The family received family and friends at Monaghan Funeral Home, 7300 Creighton Parkway, Mechanicsville on Wednesday, July 20, 2011. Funeral services were held Thursday, July 21, 2011 at Cool Spring Baptist Church, 9283 Atlee Station Road Mechanicsville. Graveside services were held at Forest Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Bon Secoursâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Hospice.

a homemaker who enjoyed knitting, golfing, and her family. A service will be held in the memorial garden of St. Martinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Episcopal Church on Saturday, July 30, 2011 at 12 p.m. Memorial donations in her name can be made to St. Martinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Episcopal Church, 9000 St. Martinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lane, Richmond Va. 23294.

Vivian J. Woodson, 73, of Glen Allen, departed this life July 21, 2011. She was preceded in death by her husband, David L. Woodson. Surviving are two daughters, Muriel Iris Short and Shelly A. Woodson; two grandsons, one great-grandson; brother, Michael B. Smith (Shurline); a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Family received friends at Scottâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Funeral Home, 115 E. Jane Stevens Willis, Brookland Park Blvd. Graveâ&#x20AC;&#x153;Steveâ&#x20AC;? 90, of Glen Allen, side services were held Monday, passed away on Thursday, July 25, 2011 at Quioccasin July 14, 2011. She is survived by Cemetery. Rev. Andred M. her loving husband of 67 years, Daniel A. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Dukeâ&#x20AC;? Willis; and her Mosley officiated. Online guest daughter, Tish Willis. A Baltimore book at www.scottsfuneralhome.com. resident for many years, she was

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Wednesday, July 27 For those looking to improve their self-confidence, enhance communications skills, and become more valuable to an employer or potential employer, Mechanicsvilleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Testifying Toastmasters welcomes members. The club meets at

month at the Hanover Church of the Nazarene. Testifying Toastmasters is a service to the community from the church. For more information, contact Sandy Sanders, membership/ public relations vice president for Testifying Toastmasters at eesjresquire@netscape.net.

Lunchtime Book Club will read and discuss the book, Out Stealing Horses, by Per Petterson. Come and join us for a lively discussion and meet some new friends. As always, bring your lunch and bring a friend! Dessert and beverages will be provided by the Hanover Branch Library The Holiday Craft Show at Friends. AshCreek is accepting applications for the 2011 show. Friday, July 29 Handmade crafts only. Contact The Mechanicsville Sandra Griffin, 550-2223 or Branch is having Senior Story sandragriffin@comcast.net. Hour on at 10 a.m. Come, relax, and listen to new and uplifting stories each month. Thursday, July 28 Hanover Lunchtime Light refreshments and time Book Club at the Hanover to chat afterwards. Are you

break and enjoy the Library! Please call the Mechanicsville Library at 746-9615 for more information.

Saturday, July 30 Frog Level Volunteer Rescue Squad will be hosting a Crab Picnic in order to raise funds for their organization. The picnic will be held from 12-5 p.m. There will be all you can eat crabs, hamburgers, hotdogs, beer soda and side dishes as well as other picnic foods available. The event will be held at the Singleton Manor, 16078 Dawn Blvd., Doswell, Va. 23047 at the corsee CALENDAR, pg. 30 `

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EDWARD and MARIANNE BUTLER

Edward M. and Marianne Francis Butler of Mechanicsville celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on April 30, 2011. They have four children, ten grandchildren and one great grandchild.

AMBER BROOKE TRAUTMAN and JEFFREY WILSON WHITE to be married September 2011

Goldsmiths celebrate 60 years

Mr. Patrick Neil Rice of Brookville, Ohio and Mrs. Stephanie Hope Anderson of Mechanicsville are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Amber Brooke Trautman, to Jeffrey Wilson White, son of Mr. Jeffrey Wilson Friedhoff and Mrs. Bobbi Jean Vick, all of Mechanicsville. Amber is a graduate of Atlee High School. She is employed by Dr. Maury A. Hubbard Jr., DDS, of Richmond. Jeffrey is also a graduate of Atlee High School, and is currently employed by Comcast Corporation in Chesterfield. A September wedding is planned.

For information on Celebrations, or to place your anniversary, birth, engagement or wedding announcement please contact David Lint at 746-1235, ext. 17.

ROB and PEGGY GOLDSMITH

Rob and Peggy Goldsmith celebrated their 60th Wedding Anniversary on April 28, 2011. The couple has five children, seventeen grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

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will hold a dog adoption stand at its facility at 12190 Washington Highway in Ashland from 9-12 p.m. Cat adoption stands will be held at the Mechanicsville and Virginia Center PetSmart stores from 11-3 p.m. Please visit www.hanoverhumanesociety.org for available animals and additional adoption information.

ner of Rt. 30 West and 301. Tickets in advance are $30 per adult, $10 for children 12 and under. $40 for adults at the gate, $10 for children. For more information please call Harolynn Quash at 994-8720. All proceeds and donations will go to Frog Level Volunteer Rescue Sunday, July 31 Squad in order to assist the Hanover Humane Society Rescue Squad in better serv- will hold a cat adoption ing the community. No take- stand at the Virginia Center out available. PetSmart store from 2-5 p.m. Please visit www.hanoverhuVBS Extravaganza will manesociety.org for availbe held at Oak Hall Baptist able animals and additional Church 9-3 p.m. for ages adoption information. 2-12. Come out for the fun with Bible lessons, crafts, New Bethesda Baptist music, & missions. Lunch is Church gospel sing at 6 p.m. provided. Call 737-5812 for featuring Amy Ladd and questions and to register. Friends with Special Guest Hanover Humane Society

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be held at 9019 New Bethesda Friday, August 5 Rd., Mechanicsville, Va. 779August 5 – August 6, Atlee 2101. All are welcome. Girls Volleyball tryouts, from 6 to 9 p.m. on the 5, and 9-12 p.m. and 12:30-2 p.m. Monday, August 1 August 1– August 4, Atlee on the 6 at the Atlee High Girls Volleyball Clinic from School gym. For more info 6 to 9 p.m. at the main gym. contact Curtis Carpenter at Cost is $80. For more info 730-4998. contact Curtis Carpenter at 730-4998. Saturday, August 6 The 1966 graduating class Bingo at the Mechanicsville of Highland Springs High Branch Library at 3 p.m. Ages School is having its 45th 3-10. Win prizes! For more reunion. The reunion will be information call 746-9615 held at the Doubletree Hotel, or visit the library at 7461 5500 Eubank Road, Sandston, Sherwood Crossing Place. VA (near the RIC airport.) from 7–12 a.m. We would like anyone who has moved Tuesday, August 2 Parkinson’s Disease – or changed their e-mail Support Group – Roundtable address to contact: Mary F. discussion for Parkinsonians Wagner mfwagner348@comand caregivers held at Circle cast.net or Dale N. Ballowe Center, 4900 W. Marshall Street sec3sec@comcast.net. We are at 7 p.m. Contact Kathy H. also listed on FB and Springer Morton at 730-1336 for more Connection. information. King William – Dawn Community Doctors will host Wednesday, August 3 Heather Mentz 2010 a community yard sale from Valedictorian of Lee-Davis 8-12 p.m. No set up fee and High School will be singing all profits stay with you! There the National Anthem at the will also be health screenings Richmond Squirrel’s Game at and activities for children available. Call Nina Evers at 7:05 p.m. 769-3022 for more information or to reserve your spot today.

Thursday, August 4

Keepin’ It Cool Movie Morning at the Hanover Branch Library at 10 a.m. Bring a friend and enjoy a movie and snacks provided by the Hanover Branch Library Friends. For more information call 365-6210 or visit the library at 7527 Library Drive.

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Ronald D. Bozeell Jr., seven years old, of Mechanicsville recently caught an 18 ½ inch Flounder in the Rappahannock River at Bethpage Campgrounds.

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Salem Presbyterian Church, Studley Rd., will host it’s monthly “SingA-Long” at 10 a.m. Our hymn of the month is “I’ll Fly Away” and we will be singing some of our gospel favorites. Bring a friend and come join us! Light refreshments are served.

Richmond Harley Owners Groups presents a fundraiser to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of Richmond. The Richmond Ronald McDonald House provides a Home-away-from-home for out of town families whose Children receive medical treatment in local facilities. There will be four bands playing from 2-12 a.m. “No Outlet”, “Weeping Molly”, “Crossroads Voodoo”, and “Bush League”. The event will be held at The Ville Bar and Grille, 7526 Mechanicsville Turnpike. The cost for the event is a $5 dollar donation. For more information please contact Bobbie Jean Miles at 971-6835 or bobbiejean53@verizon.net.

ERA Woody Hogg and Associates will hold a yard sale from 8-12 p.m. at their office at 9137 Chamberlayne Rd. in Mechanicsville, with all proceeds going to the Muscular Dystrophy Association. ERA is a national corporate sponsor of the MDA. Proceeds stay in the Central Virginia area to help families with dystrophic members. Donations of goods to be sold for the yard sale can be dropped off at ERA Woody Hogg and Associates or call to arrange a pick-up of items. Furniture, household goods, clothing, toys, pictures and electronics are among the items that will be available. For more information, call 559-4644. There will be a tractor pull to be held at the Ruritan Park on Walnut Grove Road on August 6-7 (rain dates – August 13-14). Gates open at 7 a.m. and pulling will start at 9:30 a.m. Anyone interested can check out their website at www.hanoverhistoricmachineryclub.com for further information.

Monday, August 8 The American Cancer Society’s Look Good...Feel Better workshop will be held at 1 p.m. The session is hosted by the Hanover Massey Cancer Center. The workshop is a free, two-hour, hands-on activity conducted by a volunteer cosmetologists. It includes a 12-step skin care and makeup program, as well as a demonstration on how to use wigs, turbans, and hats to help a woman cope with the appearance related side affects of cancer treatment and help restore her sense of inner and outer beauty. Patients must be undergoing chemotherapy or radiation treatment or have recently finished their treatment to participate. Please call Karen Mullin at 559-1841 by July 29

to register. Pre-registration is required.

Tuesday, August 9 COPD Updates with Dr. Wong from 12:30-1:30 p.m. at Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center, Medical Office Building 1, Community Education Room, (Room #111) located at 8260 Atlee Road, Mechanicsville, VA 23116. For more information please contact Jacqueline BunnGray or Cynthia Claude at 764-7632. The Arthritis Foundation is offering Tai Chi at the Church of the Redeemer in Mechanicsville. The class meets on Tuesday afternoons from 1-2 p.m., August 9September 27. This program uses easy to learn, gentle movements that improve physical strength, flexibility, balance, and well-being. The fun and interactive classes are suitable for every fitness level. Cost is $48. Pre-registration is required and class size is limited. Contact Jo Ann Widner RN at 370-3906 for more information or to pre-register.

Thursday, August 11 The Bridge Community Garden, 7980 Walnut Grove Road, Mechanicsville, VA 23111 is accepting applications from the public for a free 20’ x 20’ organic heirloom vegetable and herb garden plots. We are also hosting a hands on build your own rain barrel class to be held from 5:30-7:30 p.m. by Clean Virginia Waterways from Longwood University at The Bridge Church. Reservations are required for the class. To receive more information about the garden or rain barrel class, email: thebridgecommunitygarden@gmail.com. see CALENDAR, pg. 34 `

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