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New Ashland District representative on Hanover County School Board

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he’s humble, enthusiastic, driven and, most of all, she is committed to the children of Hanover County Public Schools. Ola Hawkins recently was appointed to the Hanover County School Board by Faye O. Prichard, Ashland District representative on the Hanover County Board of Supervisors, to fill the seat previously held by Hank Lowry. This is her first experience in public office.

“I’m honored to be a part of the school board and I will do my very best,” Hawkins said. A former Verizon corporate employee and current instructor in Henrico County Public Schools, Hawkins said she has always had an interest in children “and what our children learn and how we help them to grow.” In deciding to seek the vacant position, Hawkins said she told herself, “You know, I’m interested in children and how children are taught -- not just academics, but also the social

piece. And I thought this would be a good place for my voice, my thoughts and concerns.” When she left the corporate world and focused her attention on public school students, she said, “When I went into the school system and started working with children, I thought this is exactly what I should be doing. So, from that, it was just the interest in children and helping them to gain what they need and to reach their potential -- not somebody else’s but what that child can see SCHOOL, pg. 26

Drug court slated to begin pilot program early 2017 By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local HANOVER -- Hanover County could become the state’s 27th locality to establish a local drug court designed to target and treat habitual adult offenders. The county established a juvenile drug

court, one of six in the Commonwealth, several years ago, and the results have been encouraging, according to Circuit Court Judge J. Overton Harris. The Hanover judge presented a plan to initiate a pilot juvenile drug court in Hanover to supervisors at their regular meeting on Sept. 28.

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Harris said the innovative program is needed to combat increasing drug abuse numbers throughout the nation, and he described as another tool to fight habitual drug abuse. “As you know, drug addiction is a national epidemic. Hanover County is not see PILOT, pg. 7

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Republican vice presidential nominee Gov. Mike Pence addresses supporters at a rally in Ashland on Monday, Oct. 3. For more photos, see page 16.

County leaders reveal optimistic outlook By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local ASHLAND -- Every fall, Hanover county administrator Rhu Harris makes the trek to Randolph-Macon College to deliver his annual state of the county address. This year’s event, sponsored by the Hanover Business Council, drew overflow crowds

and the local business community leaders who attended were not disappointed with Harris’ optimistic remarks. After several years of slightly increasing growth and revenue figures, the county’s latest overview seems to indicate a revived economy that is substantially recovered from see COUNTY, pg. 5

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Check smoke alarms during Fire Prevention Week Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com HANOVER – Every smoke alarm has an expiration date: What’s yours? Battalion Chief Jason Williams said Hanover FireEMS urges all residents to know how old their smoke alarms are, and to replace them every 10 years Does your home have a smoke alarm? According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), the answer is likely yes. NFPA research shows that most American homes have at least one. But do you know how old your smoke alarms are? If you’re like most people, you’re probably not so sure.

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A recent survey conducted by NFPA revealed that only a small percentage of people know how old their smoke alarms are, or how often they need to be replaced. That lack of awareness is a concern for Hanover Fire-EMS and NFPA, along with fire departments throughout the country, because smoke alarms don’t last forever. “Time and again, I’ve seen the life-saving impact smoke alarms can have in a home fire, but I’ve also seen the tragedy that can result when smoke alarms aren’t working properly,” Chief Jethro Piland of Hanover Fire-EMS said. “That’s why we’re making a concertsee FIRE, pg. 8

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Oct. 17 is deadline to register to vote in General Election (Editor’s note: There were a couple of mistakes in dates in the article that appeared in last week’s edition. We apologize for the errors and are publishing the story in its entirety again.) HANOVER -- Monday, Oct. 17, is the deadline to register or make changes to your voter registration in time for the Nov. 8 General Election. The Hanover County General Registrar and Electoral Board remind you to check your voter registration to make sure it is correct. “All Hanover County voters should have received their Voter Notification alerting to them our moving to the 1st Congressional District from

the 7th,” General Registrar Teresa “Teri” Smithson said. “This has given the voters a chance to check where they will vote in November.” “We are training and staffing the polling precincts to welcome the large number of voters that will turn out,” she added. “Please be patient when going to the polls and have your photo ID ready.” The Voter Registration and Elections Office will have special Saturday hours from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 29 and Nov. 5 for In-Person Absentee voting. Saturday, Nov. 5, will be the last day you can vote in-person absentee. Tuesday, Nov. 1, is the final

day you can request an absentee ballot by mail. Monday, Nov. 2 at 2 p.m. is the cut-off for voting an Emergency Ballot in the Voter Registration and Elections Office. In-Person Absentee ballots are now available. If you qualify to vote by absentee, you can obtain your ballot at the Voter Registration and Elections Office in the Wickham Building at Hanover Courthouse from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday in addition to 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 29 and Nov. 5. When going to the polls on Nov. 8, be sure to bring a photo ID.

You can register to vote and update your information online at www.vote.virginia. gov The Hanover County Voter Registration and Elections Office is located in the Wickham Building, Room 119, of the Hanover County Government Complex. The phone number is 804365-6080 and the website is www.hanovercounty.gov/ General/Voting/. The email address is hanovervoting@hanovercounty.gov.

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SHERIFF’S REPORTS | Crime, Accidents, Fire & Rescue block of Kings Dominion Boulevard.

Sept. 29

Simple assault was reported in the 9900 block of Honey Meadows Road. An accident with the driver not reporting damage, $1,000, was reported in the 16000 block of Tyler Station Road.

Credit card theft was reported in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road. Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 9600 block of Landcastle Drive.

fire and medical was reported in the 9200 block of Rural Point Drive.

Driver did not report an accident, damage $250, was reported in the 14000 block of Clazemont Road.

Simple assault was reported in the 9200 block of East Patrick Henry Road.

Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 6300 block of Kristy Star Lane.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 7200 block of Whipper Lane.

Petit larceny from auto was reported in the 16000 block of Theme Park Way.

Grand larceny, $200 or more not from a person, was reported in the 12000 block of West Patrick Henry Road.

Sept. 30

Credit card theft was reported in the 7000 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike.

Simple assault was reported in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road.

Passing a stopped school bus loading or unloading was reported in the 11000 block of Linderwood Drive.

Driver did not report an accident, damage $250, was reported in the 6300 block of Cold Harbor Road.

Petit larceny building was reported in the 7600 block of Autumn Park Way.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 17000 block of Mountain Road.

Concealment, price alter merchandise, $200, was reported in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road.

Credit card fraud, $200 in six months, was reported in the 7300 block of Dress Blue Circle.

Identity theft financial loss, $200, was reported in the 8200 block of Carter Lane.

Grand larceny from auto was reported in the 16000 block of Theme Park Way.

Assault and battery on a family member was reported in the 6000 block of Green Haven Drive.

Violation of protective order, violence, was reported in the 11000 block of Georgetown Road.

Assault on law enforcement, court, doctor,

Simple assault was reported in the 10000 block of Kestrel Drive.

Destruction of property, monument, value $1,000, was reported in the 10000

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Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 12000 block of Cedar

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Local builder teams with nonprofit group ‘Homes for Our Troops’ By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local

ECHANICSVILLE -- A local builder’s efforts are bringing more than just smiles to the family of a local disabled Iraq War veteran. Todd Rogers and R-CI Builders teamed up with nonprofit veterans support group Homes for Our Troops and is beginning construction on a new home for Sgt. J.P. McGuire on a lot just off New Ashcake Road in Hanover County. HFOT is a national organization that builds mortgage-free homes for severely injured veterans, and has built 222 homes since it was founded in 2004. Last week, R-CI officials, McGuire and his wife Brittany and their two children, Trace and Aubrie, assembled on the site of their new home for a groundbreaking ceremony. Rogers, president of R-CI Builders, is no stranger to community-based charitable projects, but being a part of this one was something that inspired the Hanover businessman from the minute he heard about it. It all began when Rogers learned about the project through the Homebuilders Association that was advertising for builders interested in constructing homes for returning disabled veterans. “Immediately, we responded, especially since this veteran was right here in our own backyard,” Rogers said. HFOT named R-CI as the official builder for the project, and the process began about a year ago. After HFOT located and purchased a lot, Rogers and his staff began planning for the project. And there’s a lot to consider, like specialized plans for the totally handicapped-accessible home and special VA inspections to ensure the home meets requirements. “It’s something different from what we normally build,” Rogers said. “They design these projects all over the country.” The project that Rogers first envisioned has expanded to include neighbors, contractors and members of the Hanover community. “We did this because we are thankful for the service of our troops. The community support and support of our R-CI vendors has been off the charts,” Rogers said. Many have contributed services or materi-

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Todd Rogers, far left, president of R-CI Builders, and co-owner Mike Chenault, far right, join members of the R-CI staff and other supporters to break ground for the McGuire family’s new home on New Britton Road in Hanover. Shown in the center are are JP, his wife Brittany and daughter Aubrie and son Trace.

als for the project, and HFOT also has provided supplies from its national vendors. Rogers’ firm is tasked with putting together all those pieces that will eventually result in a 3,700-square-foot single story home that will allow a new sense of freedom for its recipient, Sgt. James “JP” McGuire and his family. Rogers said a special part of this project has been just getting to know JP and his family. “We couldn’t have had a nicer young man and family to be doing this for. It makes you understand the troops and the sacrifices they make.” McGuire was on his second tour of duty in Iraq when he stepped on an IED, resulting in the loss of his right leg. The young veteran hasn’t allowed the injury to prevent him from pursuing his dreams. He works full-time as a product specialist at Bellwood, and volunteers as a wrestling coach at his alma matter, J.R. Tucker High School. The couple has two small children, and the new home will make it easier for McGuire to keep up with the energetic youngsters. The home features widened doorways for wheelchair access, pull-down shelving, lowered countertops and other special needs adaptations. McGuire said the efforts to assist him and his family are life-changing, and has overwhelmed him with the response.

“HFOT and R-CI both took this project on with no questions asked,” McGuire said. “They have been here for me the whole process, ready to answer any questions I had.” The new surroundings will offer McGuire the freedom and peace of mind that allows him to focus on the important things in his life. “This is a home that is made for me, totally handicapped accessible,” McGuire said. “I don’t have to worry about if I can get around the whole house, take care of the kids, anything I want to do. I can’t thank them enough.” The new home also allows his wife Brittany a new sense of freedom: the ability to leave home with the confidence that JP can access the entire home. “The house will be such a help in our daily lives, not only for my husband but for me caring for him,” Brittany said. “To have everything 100 percent accessible allows him to do so much on his own.” And the kindness and generosity displayed by HFOT, R-CI and the community won’t be forgotten by the appreciative family. “Both HFOT and R-CI have taken us into their families. We couldn’t be more appreciative.” The home should be move-in ready by the spring.

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January, 2017, and Harris said renovations will begin on the old courthouses that will eventually house the Treasury, Finance Department and Commissioner of the Revenue. A new project underway on the east side of the airport will enhance corporate and business opportunities when completed. The county also faces challenges that Harris described in his address. Pressing road issues are made complicated by revised state assistance that could make the process more expensive for local governments. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Some of the money we had for that will likely not be there in the future,â&#x20AC;? Harris said. He also pointed to an

for Farm Storage Facility Loan. Eligible commodities now include aquaculture; floriculture; fruits (including nuts) and vegetables; corn, grain sorghum, rice, oilseeds, oats, wheat, triticale, spelt, buckwheat, lentils, chickpeas, dry peas sugar, peanuts, barley, rye, hay, honey, hops, maple sap, unprocessed meat and poultry, eggs, milk, cheese, butter, yogurt and renewable biomass. FSFL microloans can also be used to finance wash and pack equipment used post-harvest, before a commodity is placed in cold storage. Information submitted by Ken Upshaw County executive director.

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the 2008 downturn. Harris pointed to a 23 percent increase in applications for building permits, coupled with increases in real estate assessments that exceeded 7 percent in some areas of the county as positive signs of growth in the county. The county administrator said the good news regarding that development is that most of it is located in areas targeted by county planners for expansion, the Suburban Service Area. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The plan is working and this is a great indication of that,â&#x20AC;? Harris said. A 1.6 percent increase in population is slightly over the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 1.5 percent goal. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are where we need to be in that area,â&#x20AC;? Harris said. He also indicated sales tax and lodging tax revenues are enjoying significant increases. The county continues to tout a AAA bond rating, something Harris said will continue in the future. He also pointed to substantial road projects that include the Lewistown Road bridge widening and U.S. 360 improvements, all moving ahead on schedule. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These improvements make life easier for our citizens and easier for our businesses,â&#x20AC;? Harris

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all sizes are eligible. The microloan option is expected to be of particular benefit to smaller farms and ranches, and specialty crop producers who may not have access to commercial storage or on-farm storage after harvest. These producers can invest in equipment like conveyers, scales or refrigeration units and trucks that can store commodities before delivering them to markets. Producers do not need to demonstrate the lack of commercial credit availability to apply. Earlier this year, FSA significantly expanded the list of commodities eligible

USDAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Farm Service Agency (FSA) will provide a new financing option to help farmers purchase portable storage and handling equipment. The loans, which now include a smaller microloan option with lower down payments, are designed to help producers, including new, small and mid-sized producers, grow their businesses and markets. The program also offers a new â&#x20AC;&#x153;microloanâ&#x20AC;? option, which allows applicants seeking less than $50,000 to qualify for a reduced down payment of five percent and no requirement to provide three years of production history. Farms and ranches of

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The election you do not want to miss

Confederacy not ‘Southern heritage’

By Melody Kinser Managing Editor Last week’s front page provided some very important information, courtesy of Hanover County General Registrar Teresa “Teri” Smithson. First, it has to be noted what a pleasure she is to work with at an incredibly frantic time in her office. She and her staff are so accommodating. So, thank you, Teri, for your professionalism and dedication to the people of Hanover County in preparing and executing everything necessary to hold an election. Without a doubt (and we aren’t going to talk about the candidates today), this election is

beyond the emphasis of you have to participate. Regardless of your preference in the presidential election, get out and vote. There are no excuses. Smithson and her team work extra hours and provide every imaginable access possible to ensure voters can register and take part in the process. Without fail, every election makes me think of my father. When I came of age to register, he instilled in me the responsibility — and privilege — voting provides. And, even when I’ve been a bit lazy about a special election where there’s only one item on the ballot, I hear his voice, “Melody, it’s your right and it’s an honor to vote.” As Nov. 8 gets closer, this theme will be addressed again, because every vote truly does

count. I’m not encouraging any candidate or any political affiliation. My goal is to see Hanover County with a remarkable turnout. Regardless of the weather, or what that day may hold, you have 13 hours to cast your ballot. Polls will open at 6 a.m. and close at 7 p.m.

Driving around Mechanicsville, I yet again noticed a bumper sticker that said “Southern Heritage.” I thought back on other similar signs and stickers I had seen and realized they were all accompanied by the image of a Confederate battle Be thankful for our voting machines flag. Why is this the only symbol (and a divisive one at that) used to I once worked in a small town where votes illustrate “Southern heritage?” were tallied on a blackboard in the hallway of Aren’t there other images that the courthouse. Despite the time involved, it was will do? entertaining to say the least. And it sure beat the So, I propose an alternative that heck out of counting paper ballots at another site. illustrates the warm and welcoming folks from the South: “Southern heritage” signs and stickers should be accompanied by the image of a glass of cool, sweet tea on a porch swing. Judy Thomas Mechanicsville of Bulldog players have taken the time is a lasting tribute to kids like Jack, who and effort to bend down and help Jack, struggle to share in the joy of athletics. to listen to his simple story and have By sharing their generosity and been touched by its serious message. kindness, Bulldogs, both past and And Coach Fowler has been more present, have allowed Jack to experithan just a friend to Jack. His deter- ence something that would never be mined and positive approach in deal- available to him or others that suffer (Editor’s note: The following was ing with my son has provided us with serious life-threatening conditions. addressed to U.S. Sen. Mark Warner, more than just the welcomed support Each year, I attempt to express D-Virginia.) for a disease that has no compassion my thanks and appreciation for Joe’s Sen. Warner: and often takes no prisoners. How can I obtain a list of the efforts to help Jack, and he waves me The coach’s commitment to Parents off with each effort. I can’t get the companies, countries and individuProject to Cure MD (PPMD) by holdals that make up ICANN and IANA? see WINNERS, pg. 8 ing annual games to benefit the cause I would like to know who will be controlling the internet. Did you really say you would WE WANT TO PUBLISH YOUR ISSUE-DRIVEN LETTERS vote for Hillary Clinton instead of the Republican nominee that we, the The Local welcomes your signed letters to the editor on topics of interest to Conservative Republican Voters of Mechanicsville residents. Letters must include your address and a daytime teleVirginia, decided we wanted to have phone number. We reserve the right to edit letters. We do not guarantee that every as the next president of the USA? letter received will be published. Letters reflect the opinions and positions of the We have been disappointed by writers and not The Mechanicsville Local. the way the Republican Majority in the U.S. Congress has not even tried Send letters to: The Mechanicsville Local to block President Barack Obama in 8460 Times-Dispatch Blvd. Mechanicsville, Va. 23116 his eight years in office. He has been Fax: 730-0476 E-mail: editor@mechlocal.com given a pass on everything he has wanted to do. He has not been a pres© 2016 by Richmond Suburban Newspapers. All advertising and editorial matter is fully

GHS football team: winners in more ways than one By Jim Ridolphi Contributing Columnist Goochland High School’s varsity football team is laden with a variety of multi-talented players, and it shows. The Bulldogs gain intensity and focus as they keep their eyes on a prize in the form of a state championship. While many of these players will undoubtedly capture post season individual honors, not a single one will wear the #1 jersey when the Bulldogs take the field.

It’s not that the number is not available for use, but the simple fact is that it’s already been taken for the past five years by a member of the team who has the most challenged set of physical abilities, my son Jack. Five years ago, Coach Joe Fowler became involved in a nationwide effort each year to raise money and awareness for Muscular Dystrophy with an emphasis on research to combat Duchenne, the most deadly form of MD. Throughout the years, hundreds

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The community is invited to Walnut Grove Baptist Church for a “Welcome Home” weekend celebrating its 175th anniversary. Founded in 1841 Photo submitted by Pam Burris with continuous worship services, except for a time during the Civil War when its chapel was used as a hospital for soldiers from both armies, the congregation has been known for its Healing and Recovery ministries such as the NorthStar community, Divorce Recovery, Grief Ministry, AA meetings and an annual memorial service held the first Sunday in November. In the upper parking lot, the Fall Festival will take place on Saturday, Oct. 29, and Trunk or Treat is planned for Monday, Oct. 31. Sunday, Oct. 30, will be a joyful “Welcome Home” celebration with events before and after the 10:15 a.m. worship service. All are welcome. For more information, contact the church office at 804-746-5081, www. walnutgrovebaptist.com or #ShineOn.

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immune, and it’s time we started doing business differently,” Harris said. He referenced drug offenders who are frequently arrested, incarcerated and then re-enter the system at alarmingly high rates. “Unless you give them life sentences, we have to do something that’s more effective,” he said. That different form of adjudication includes strict monitoring that requires bi-weekly visits to the courtroom, frequent and random drug and alcohol tests, and requirements for employment. Participants also are required to attend drug support meetings through AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) or NA (Narcotics Anonymous). “We are working to establish an adult drug treatment court program in Hanover similar to what we already have in place for juveniles,” Harris said. Drug courts were created about 25 years ago to offer local

officials an additional method to treat habitual offenders with goals of lower recidivism rates and cost reductions. While there are many variations of the system in use throughout the United States, Harris said this program would be unique to Hanover County. “I want to emphasize that our program is going to be designed to focus entirely on individuals that have been identified as both high risk for abuse and high need for substance abuse treatment,” Judge Harris said. The program targets offenders who have probation violations from previous convictions who are not appearing in court for new criminal charges. Harris served as a judge in a similar program that focuses on DUI offenders in Spotsylvania County. “I had a good exposure to the model at that time.” Harris also dispelled the belief that drug courts are soft on crime. “The answer is no,” Harris said. “The participants undergo long-term treatment and

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ployment rate. He cited Winding Brook as a good example of the expansion environment that is evident throughout the county. There are a new gun range, hotel and sports complex slated for that area. He also noted the innovative progress taking place at the county’s business incubator program. “We have a vibrant regional entrepreneurial system which we love, but we wanted to create that in Hanover and we have,” Gaskin said. Gaskin credited the economic development successes on a positive relationship his department maintains with the county’s business community. He said his job is made easier counseling, sanctions for violations, frequent court appearances, and violations (of the program) may result in jail time,” he said. Statewide studies indicate drug and other special courts can save localities substantial money by reducing incarceration and litigation costs. But the ultimate goal is rehabilitation and reduction of drug abuse coupled with efforts to return participants to a productive role in society. Those chosen for the program will pay $75 monthly to offset some of the costs of the program. “We think that’s an important part of the program,” Harris said. A team of local officials that included members from law enforcement, the Hanover

with the “consistent theme of new opportunity” evident in Hanover. “We go out and talk to our businesses and don’t sit around the office and wait for the phone to ring,” he said. “We have a business outreach program where we go out and canvas neighborhoods. We know where our customers are.” So what is the state of the county? The county administrator has a clear idea. “From my perspective, I see a county with a flourishing business community, a growing economy, the lowest real estate taxes in the region, a AAA bond rating, the lowest crime rate in the region, the highest graduation rate … the most money spent in the classroom — I think we are in a good pretty good state here in Hanover County.” County Sheriff ’s Office and special services compiled the plan that Harris will present for state approval. The program will begin seeking federal grants in January 2017, and also will begin a pilot program with six participants early next year. “We want to make sure we are taking the right steps so we are going to start small,” Harris said. The pilot program will not require additional resources, and volunteers would provide many of the services required. “As Sheriff [Col. David R.] Hines has told us, ‘We can’t arrest ourselves out of this problem,’ ” Harris said, referring to the growing drug addiction problem. “We need a new tool in our tool belt.”

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of Atlee Library is sponsoring a Food Drive, collecting nonperishable food items, toiletries, paper goods, and cleaning products, for the Mechanicsville Churches Emergency Functions (MCEF). If you can, bring a donation to the library, the Friends organization will deliver the donations to the organization. All proceeds from the Book Sale directly benefit Atlee Library. For more information, call the library at 804-559-0654.

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cannot do any of those things. As for those efforts by this year’s staff of coaches, players, students, fans and the Goochland community, I am overwhelmed by their kindness and they are all number one in my mind. As the team continues its campaign with a firm focus and a strong-willed determination, one team member will be watching … and he’ll be wearing #1.

every 10 years, but because the public is generally unaware of this requirement, many homes have smoke alarms past their expiration date, putting people at increased risk. As the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week for more than 90 years, NFPA is promoting this year’s Fire Prevention

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To find out how old your smoke alarm is and its expiration date, simply look on the back of the alarm where the date of manufacture is marked. The smoke alarm should be replaced 10 years from that date (not the date of purchase). The Hanover Fire-EMS Department also said smoke alarms should be tested monthly, and that batteries should be replaced once a year or when they begin to chirp, signaling that they’re running low. Anyone requiring special assistance with smoke alarms should contact the Hanover Fire-EMS Department at 804365-6195. If you live outside of Hanover County, you can call the Metro Richmond Smoke Alarm Hotline at 1-888-5375967.

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OBITUARIES | Death Notices & Funerals BILLIE ADKINS Billie Rochelle Parrish Adkins, age 77, of Henrico, was called home on Saturday, September 24, 2016. She was born to Thomas E. Parrish and Lucille L. Parrish on ADKINS September 29, 1938. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, T. Wayne Parrish; sister, Joyce P. Hayes;

brother-in-law, Coyette G. Hayes; and two grandsons, Michael Shawn Tunstall and Kanyon R. Wynn. Rochelle graduated from La Crosse High School, where she was a member of the Beta and Glee Clubs, before attending Ferrum College. She retired from the compliance department at Genworth Financial, formerly known as Life of Virginia. She was a lifelong member of La Crosse United Methodist Church. Family and friends were Rochelle’s passion and delight. She grew up spending summers and vacations with family in North Carolina

and Tidewater. In her later years, she enjoyed camping in Sandbridge, Virginia, with family and friends. She loved having a garden, reading, and taking walks in the evening with her neighbor. Rochelle is survived by her husband, Nemo “Pete” C. Adkins Sr.; her two daughters, Sherry L. Ramsey and Kelly R. (Kyle) Adkins-Leach; stepchildren, Nemo C. Adkins Jr., Shannon A. (Charles) Slemaker, Crystal A. (Ron) Wynn and Lisa A. Williamson; and a special nephew, Thomas “Tony” G. (Gretchen) Hayes. She also leaves behind numerous loving grandchildren, great-

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JESSIE BALES Jessie Lee “Peewee” Bales, 59, of Mechanicsville, passed away on October 6, 2016. He was preceded in death by his father, Clyde J. Bales Sr.; and his mother, Margaret T. Bales. He is survived by his son, Austin BALES Lee Bales; brothers, C.J. Bales (Sue), Wayne Bales (Sandra) of South Boston; special friend, Anne Grindstaff; nieces, Wendy Britt (Mike), Kim Benfer (Matt), Abby Bales; stepnephews, Jack and Buck Watkins; great-neph-

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ews, Quinton Wood, Chance Farmer, Michael Britt, Dylan Britt; and great-nieces, Kenlee Farmer, Hayly Britt. The family would also like to mention Nick Spade, John Grindstaff and Jason Henderson, whom Jessie always thought of like sons. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Anyone wishing to attend the memorial service is asked to contact the family for further information. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22478, Oklahoma City, Okla. 73123 or to the Boy Scouts of America, 4015 Fitzhugh Ave., Richmond, Va. 23230. Arrangements being handled by Monaghan Funeral Home.

MARVIN BOBB Marvin Lester Bobb Jr., 75, of Mechanicsville, passed away on Wednesday, October 5, 2016, in Richmond. He was born February 16, 1941 in Charlottesville, Va., to the late Marvin L. Bobb Sr. and Doris Derrick Bobb, who survives. In addition to his mother, he is survived by two sisters, Jane Bobb and Shelia Bobb Malone and her husband, Mike; and two nephews, Sean Malone and Andrew Malone. He is also survived by friends J.D. and Rhonda Gorman. Lester graduated from Lane High School in Charlottesville, attended Clemson University and then served his country in the Air Force. He was a member of American Legion Post 284. He was employed for 33 years as the manager of Technical Services for Charity Games, Inc., in Richmond, Va. Interment will be at Monticello Memory Gardens. Condolences may be sent to the family atwww.hillandwood.com.

MARY BUTLER, Mary “Rosalie” Butler, age 99, passed away September 29, 2016. Rosalie missed her 100th birthday by 24 days. She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward Otto and Goldie Virginia Husak; her beloved husband, Fred Butler; and three sisters, Virginia Spain, Goldie Gentile and Bragg Wade. She is survived by her son, Fred David Butler (Beverly Vaden); granddaughter, Elizabeth M. Butler. Rosalie was a teacher for the Chesterfield Public Schools and had a passion and was an advocate for education. She was ahead of her time in many ways and was very forward thinking. She was a voracious reader, always dressed well and was just a grand Southern lady. The family would like to thank Cathy Markham for her many years of loving care of Rosalie. Memorial service were held on October 2 at Bliley’s-Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Rd. Interment was private. The family would like to thank Jane Kaufelt and The Havens at Cold Harbor for all of their wonderful care and support.

SAMUEL COTHRON Samuel Madison Cothron, 74, of Mechanicsville, died Monday, September 12, 2016, at his residence. Born in Lowndes County (Georgia), he was the son of the late Thomas Grady Cothron Sr. and Sarah Zipperer Cothron Dasher. Mr. Cothron COTHRON

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was a graduate of Valdosta High School (1960) and Valdosta State University (1964). He taught science at Brooks and Lowndes County High Schools before joining the Weyerhaeuser Company. Mr. Cothron ran facets of industrial operations in Adel, Georgia, and Doswell, before assuming regional positions as an industrial sales engineer focused on product development, customer service and resolution of technical issues. He worked with Weyerhaeuser and Sierra Pine customers in the furniture belt of Virginia and North Carolina, as well as throughout the Eastern United States, Caribbean and Europe. After retirement, he managed his longleaf timber and straw operations. Survivors include his wife, Dr. Julia Harrell Cothron of Mechanicsville; a sister, Vivien Bly of Interlachen, Florida; a brother, Thomas Grady Cothron Jr. of Valdosta, Georgia; five nieces and nephews and four great-nieces and nephews. Mr. Cothron’s wife, Julia, is the daughter of the late Emmye Ramsey Harrell and Cuy Harrell Jr. of Whigham, Georgia. Sisters include Emily H. Maxwell of Whigham and Jacqueline H. Crew of Thomasville; a brother, Cuy Harrell III of Whigham; five nieces and nephews, and a great-niece. A memorial service was held September 24, 2016, with burial at the Redland Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Whigham United Methodist Church Building Fund, 146 W. Broad Ave., Whigham, Ga. 39897 or the Redland Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, Attention: Becky C. Sims, 5930 Cothron Ln., Valdosta, Ga. 31601. Online condolences to the family may be made at www.

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DOROTHY ECKLES Dorothy Franklin “Dot” 86 Eckles, of Reedville, died on October 8, 2016. She was preceded in death by her husband of nearly 58 years, Russell H. Eckles. She is survived by her four children, Dee ECKLES Majette (Shawn), David Eckles (Jennifer), Beth Duncan (Craig) and Mike Eckles (Brenda); and five grandchildren, Libby Majette, Sarah Majette Donahoe (Matt), Michelle Eckles, Erin Majette and Steven Eckles; and other nieces, nephews and cousins. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, October 11, at the Mechanicsville Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Road. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, November 12, at Fairfields Baptist Church, 15213 Northumberland Hwy, Burgess, Va. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to the Bon Secours Community Hospice House,www.bsvaf. org/hospicehouse, Bon Secours Richmond Health Care Foundation, 7229 Forest Ave., Suite 200, Richmond, Va. 23226.

PETER EDWARDS Peter R “Pete” Edwards Jr.. 71, of Mechanicsville, formerly of Wilmington, DE, passed away Monday, October 3, 2016. He is survived by his loving wife, Kathy Edwards; two step-daughters, Christy Barbee (Eric) and Rebecca

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as well as two sisters Geraldine McCarthy (Jerry) and Fay Cooke. Pete also leaves behind loving nieces and nephews, Cathy McCarthy-Myers (Parker and their children, Maive and Gavin), Kelly Stuart (Steve and their daughter Zoe), Jeff Cooke (Alayna and their son, Tanner), and LouAnn Cooke-Rees (Troy); brother-in-law, Robert E. Satterwhite; and sister-in-law, Mary S. Witt (John). Pete was a Vietnam Army veteran and retired after 27 years from the City of Richmond Police Department, having served as a city patrolman, K-9 master instructor, and retired while serving in the Mounted Squad. The family will receive friends from 11 am to 12 pm Saturday, October 15, 2016 at the Mechanicsville Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd., with services beginning at Noon. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Friends of Richmond K-9, PO Box 25495, Richmond, VA 23260.

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PHYLLIS GRAVATT Phyllis Elizabeth Nunn Gravatt, January 3, 1928 to October 7, 2016. On January 3, 1928, James and Dorothy Nunn welcomed baby Phyllis, Just five when her mother died, Phyllis was raised in Aylett Village by her paternal grandparents, Josiah and Bessie, on the banks of the Mattaponi. She attended King William High School; English was her favorite subject; math, she proclaimed, a bore. She graduated Valedictorian in 1945. Phyllis worked briefly as a secretary in Richmond before becoming reacquainted with 23-year-old Percy Gravatt Jr., an Air Force pilot just back from World War II. After a whirlwind three-month courtship, they married in October of 1946. Phyllis and Percy, or “Peewee” and “Juke,” as they affectionately referred

to one another, remained together until Percy’s death in 2004. Phyllis loved her perfectly imperfect children unconditionally, whether they deserved it or not. Despite her insistence to family and friends that she enjoyed “the having done rather than the doing,” Phyllis was truly a homeGRAVATT maker, and she was “doing” something to that end most of the time. She had a real knack for interior design, painting one wall of her cream-colored living room an audacious, and flawless, shade of blue; see OBITUARIES, pg. 13

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Virginia, married Howard on September 2, 1950 in La Plata, Maryland. Howard and Ethel moved to Yorktown in 1951 to start their family and moved to Marlbank Farm in 1957, where they resided until their passing. Ethel began taking classes at Christopher Newport College in 1967, graduated in 1974 and began a 10-year teaching career at York High School that fall. Ethel enjoyed her time with her children and their families, using her season tickets to see her Hokies play and spending time at the farm in Louisa, Va. Howard and Ethel enjoyed traveling the U.S. and cruising the Caribbean. Ethel never stopped being a mother, always willing to help others. She loved well. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Grace Church Historical Preservation Fund, Yorktown. Service was held at Grace Episcopal Church in Yorktown, Virginia on Sunday, October 9, 2016. Arrangements are by Amory Funeral Home, Grafton, Va.

NORMAN PATTERSON Norman Eugene â&#x20AC;&#x153;Patâ&#x20AC;? Patterson , 92, of Weems, Virginia passed away on October 5, 2016. He was a World War II Army veteran. He is survived by his wife

of 69 years, Betty Patterson; daughter, Frances P. Lee (Foster) of Weems.; grandchildren, Melanie L. Stephens (Greg) of Mechanicsville. and Kevin Lee (Jamie) of Moseley; and great-grandchildren, Rachel Stephens and Nathan, Colby and Dustin Lee. Pat was a retired State of Virginia employee having worked in many positions with his last job as a Ferry Boat Operator. He will be greatly missed and remembered for his special smile and his love for others. The family wishes to express their sincere appreciation to Hospice of Virginia and to his other special caregivers for the compassionate care that they provided. Funeral services

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KEVIN SATTERFIELD Kevin Reed Satterfield, 39, of Richmond, died October 7, 2016. He was preceded in death by his father, Daniel R. Satterfield. He is survived by his mother, Susan G. Satterfield of Midlothian; sister, Lisa D. Satterfield of Amelia; nephew, Patrick Sumrell; nieces, Hayley Sumrell and McKenzie Satterfield; uncle, Kenneth Green (Pam) of Mechanicsville; aunt, Carolyn Lyons (Jack) of Richmond; cousins, David, Brant see OBITUARIES, pg. 15

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wallpapering ceilings, and refinishing a throwaway chair into a conversation piece. She always said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Why be boring when you can be interesting instead?â&#x20AC;?, and she applied that to her home. She was a much loved staff favorite, and to the many folks there who cared for Phyllis with such compassion and kindness, her family extends a heartfelt thank you. Phyllis is survived by her four children and their spouses, Jodi and John Kimbrough, Gerry and Janet Gravatt, Jeff and Marcy Gravatt and Jenny and Dan McCarter. She also leaves behind her seven grandchildren, who affectionately referred to her as â&#x20AC;&#x153;Peegie,â&#x20AC;? Julie Cross, Justin Gravatt, Peyton Gravatt, Kylie Gravatt, Courtland James, Caroline James and Drew McCarter; and her seven great-grandchildren, Maitland Wright, Elizabeth Wright, Patton Cross, Freya Cross, Jackson Gravatt, Jillian Gravatt and Cora Belle James. The family will welcome friends Monday evening, October 10, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Bennett Funeral Home in Mechanicsville. Funeral services will be at Immanuel Episcopal Church, Old Church, Virginia on Tuesday, October 11, at 3 p.m. Memorial donations can be made to the Immanuel Episcopal Church Cemetery Fund. Instead of flowers, create an opportunity to honor Phyllisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; loving and lovely personality. Remember Phyllis by taking a bouquet to the sick, the shut-in, the elderly, the lonely, or the hospitalized. Share a Hanover tomato sandwich with the uninitiated. Donate a good book to your public library, or local homeless shelter. Consider feeding that feral feline lurking in your back yard. Donate a fabulous pair of sunglasses and shout out a â&#x20AC;&#x153;yoohooâ&#x20AC;? to

your friends and neighbors. Remember Phyllis with a smile, on her face, and on yours.

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Karla and Jaromir Raisinger celebrate 50th wedding anniversary

ECHANICSVILLE – Perseverance, dedication to family and knowing how to live life well are among the characteristics that the children of Jaromir and Karla Raisinger have exhibited as they celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary. The Mechanicsville couple was united in marriage on Oct. 1, 1966. The Raisingers celebrated their golden anniversary with their children, Iva and Johnny; son-in-law and daughter-in-law, Brian and Klaudia; and their four grandchildren, Oliver, Jean-Sebastian, Ana Karolina and Ava Viktoria. Iva and Johnny said their parents’ life in the United States “started with a movie-like adventure that was to disrupt but ultimately expand, as change does, their life. In 1980, the couple, both in their early 30s, made the difficult decision to uproot their family and leave their comfortable albeit limited life in communist Czechoslovakia for the unknown. He was a mechanical engineer; she had a degree in economics and worked as a human resource director. They lived a good life, balanced with work and leisure with family and friends, taking their children on summer vacations to the Adriatic Sea and snow skiing in the Tatra Mountains during the winter. “Nevertheless, the two of them, ambitious and capable young people, chose to go in search of a life of greater opportunities for them and their children, a life free of oneparty dictate, with the freedom to speak and not to have to close one’s windows, and the freedom to travel around the world without any limitations -- all that is embodied in the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.” The Raisingers, according to the children, “were willing to work hard, transition into a life spoken in English and adopt their new American culture.” The first step was to escape the closed borders. They arranged a vacation to Yugoslavia,

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the only communist country with an open border to the West. After an 11-month waiting period in Austria, the Raisingers arrived in Richmond on June 21, 1981. There were two adults, two children and eight suitcases in all. Iva and Johnny said that they were warmly welcomed by their sponsors, the families of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Prince George County. The Sacred Heart families became their new American family and remain as such. Iva and Johnny said they and their parents have so many people to thank for their help along the way, including the Seberas, Blahas, Beaudets, Skalskys, Hanzliks, Wagners, Cernys, Machs, Zittas, and Dingases. Once they came to America, they pursued employment. Jaromir was fortunate. With his mechanical engineering degree and knowledge of German, he was quickly spotted by Jeanet Beaudet, a savvy head-hunter in the Prince George community. Within a week, Jaromir was offered a job with the Richmond branch of the German company Hauni, which manufactures tobacco machines. The German Hauni became the cornerstone of the Raisingers’ successful and stable life in the U.S. Jaromir remained there for 30 years, after which he comfortably retired at the age of 62. With her limited English, Karla faced a greater challenge in finding a job in her white collar field. “Standing strong and dedicated to do what needs to be done,” her children said, “she left her professional career behind, and, when presented with the opportunity, set up an independent house painting business, with most of her work done for Balducci Builders.” Her decision proved successful, as she was able to provide a solid income while have the flexibility of being a mother. She built a

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reputation for quality work and enjoyed being her own boss for 25 years until she retired at age 59. After a mere two years in Prince George, the Raisingers were in a position to buy their own home. They chose to resettle in Mechanicsville for the good school district, proximity to a larger city and to cut down on Jaromir’s commute time. Cold Harbor became their new home and they steadfastly established their roots here. Both children went to Lee-Davis High School. Iva said she fondly remembers her teachers, among whom most notably her English teacher, Ms. Roberts-Gabay. Ms. Roberts-Gabay recognized Iva’s potential and dedicated time to mentor her. With her guidance, Iva was accepted early decision to the University of Virginia. Johnny, under Jaromir’s tenacious coach-

ing, became a Lee-Davis tennis star. While he was offered a tennis scholarship at a smaller college, he chose to head to Northern Virginia to attend George Mason University. For both children, their Virginian universities proved to be an excellent stepping stone for their further pursuits. Iva went on to get her master’s degree at Columbia University in New York, and then returned to UVa, where she received her MBA from Darden. Over the years, Iva held senior roles at Columbia University, New York University, IBM and Ernst & Young. After a year of traveling around Australia, New Zealand and South East Asia, Johnny settled in Northern Virginia, joined the United States Coast Guard, and, while on active duty during Operation Iraqi Freedom, completed see RAISLINGER pg. 25

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and Adam Lyons, Kim Bratton and Margaret Housman; and his partner, Mike Behmke. He was also preceded in death by his grandparents, Walter and Marjorie Satterfield and Myrtle and Dick Green, all of South Boston, Va. Kevin was a 1995 graduate of Manchester High School. He was a lover of all computer gadgets and loved to take things apart to see how they worked. He had a kind and loving heart and will be greatly missed by his family and friends. A private family memorial will be held at Bliley’s. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to NAMI Virginia, P.O. Box 8260, Richmond, Va. 23226 or online at namivirginia.org.

WILLIAM WINGFIELD William Scott Wingfield, age 25, died Friday, September 30, 2016, at Johnston-Willis Hospital. Scott was born November 27, 1990, to Randy and Debbie Barr Wingfield. He attended Lee-Davis High School. Scott worked for City Wide Decorators as a

supervisor. He was passionate about martial arts, had a thirst for knowledge, and had an insatiable curiosity for learning all that he could. Scott was a gentle soul, loyal, inquisitive, loving and caring. His friends have said that everything he did, he did with passion. Scott made it his personal mission to rescue those struggling with addiction. Scott is survived by his parents, Randy and Debbie Wingfield of Mechanicsville; sisters, Erika Bailey Kinner (Shane) and WINGFIELD Amy Morgan Wingfield, both of Mechanicsville; maternal grandmother, Linda Barr of Mechanicsville; maternal grandfather, William Barr (Deborah) of Topping; paternal grandmother, Dorothy Wingfield of Mechanicsville; niece, Karys Kinner; nephew, Kaden Kinner; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He also is survived by his beloved dog, Leonidas. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfa-

ther, Billy Wingfield, and aunt, Diane Wingfield. In lieu of flowers and to further Scott’s mission to help those struggling with addiction, memorial contributions may be made to Mark Houston Recovery Fund, 11503 Parsons Rd., Manor, TX 78653. Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. Thursday, October 6, 2016, at Woody Funeral Home, Atlee Chapel, at 9271 Shady Grove Road in Mechanicsville. Burial was in Forest Lawn Cemetery. Online condolences may be made at www. woodyfuneralhome.com.

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Congressman Dave Brat, above and John Cox, right addess the crowd at the Mike Pence rally in Ashland.

BEAVERDAM -- The annual Stanley family reunion will get underway at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 15, at the Mt. Olivet Baptist Church in Beaverdam. According to Mary Ellen Stanley Cauthorn, if there isn’t more participation in the long-time event, it may be discontinued. She said the Central Virginia Stanley family organization was formed to provide a forum for local descendants of the Stanley family to gather and celebrate their history in this area. Participation has been decreasing each year, reaching the point of having to consider no longer having the social event. “Be advised that, unless there is a marked increase in attendance and participation at this year’s reunion, it will be the final Stanley reunion for the Central Virginia Stanley chapter,” Cauthorn said. On behalf of the chapter, she sent out a request that family members “make every effort to attend and encourage any other Stanley families to join you.”

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The Central Virginia Stanley family organization will reunite Saturday at the Mt. Olivet Baptist Church in Beaverdam. A longtime tradition, the reunion may be the last as the number of family members attending has dwindled in recent years.

The reunion includes a covered dish luncheon at the church. For more information, call Mary Ellen Stanley Cauthorn at 804-798-8926.

Colonial Agricultural Educational Foundation awards $147,000 in scholarships to rural students A young fan of Donald Trump and Mike Pence attended the rally at Cox Trucking.

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A student at Randolph-Macon College recently received a $1,500 scholarship from the Colonial Agricultural Educational Foundation. Noah James Shepherd was among two organizations and 83 students residing in Central and Eastern Virginia and Southern Maryland to be awarded a scholarship from the Foundation. “Each year we are amazed at the number of exceptional and deserving students that apply for the scholarships,” said Gene Marker, president of the Foundation. “We hope that these scholarships help ease the burden that tuition places on many students and their families.” The Foundation was established by agricultural lender Colonial Farm Credit in 1990 to promote education and community enrichment through educational scholarships and to support

programs and services offered by community organizations. Scholarships are awarded to individuals who exhibit an aptitude for learning and a desire for self-improvement through education. To date, the Foundation has awarded more than $1,000,000 in scholarships. For more information on the Foundation, visit www.colonialfarmcredit.com. Applications for 2017 scholarships will be available at the scholarship link on the website starting Nov. 1. The deadline for all applications will be March 1, 2017. More information is also available by calling 804-746-4581, ext. 1155, or by email at CAEF@ colonialfarmcredit.com.

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The Hanover County Pound, located at 12471 Taylor Complex Lane in Ashland, has wonderful pets available to a good home. Athena, 448952, is a (estimated) 1-yearold female canine/hound mix. She has had her first set of vaccines and is Heartworm test negative. She has been in the shelter for almost 3 months. She was very malnourished when she arrived but she has filled out and is very healthy now. Athena is a sweet girl who loves to run and play. She does great with other dogs too. Athena is very friendly around people and loves to chase the tennis ball. She will be great for anyone looking for a young, energetic dog. Xena, 454682 , is (estimated) 1-year-old female pit bull. She has had her first set of vaccines and is Heartworm test negative. Xena is a super sweet dog who gets along with everyone. She has a playful disposition and does well with other dogs she comes into contact with. Xena does well walking on a leash and loves to go on walks. She will make a very good family pet. For more information on this great pet, as well as the many more still in need of homes at the Hanover County Pound Facility, call 804-365-6485 during the day. The hours are 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday. The facility is closed on Sunday and county holidays. You also can visit the website to see other animals available for adoption at http://hanovercounty. gov/Animals/Adopt-a-Pet/.

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‘Beekeeping 101’ class oﬀers tips on keeping your own honey bees Dorothy McAuliffe. “All of this is in recognition of the vital role honey bees have in our ecology and economy. However, if it wasn’t for those willing to be beekeepers, honey bee populations would be in an even more serious decline. With the myriad of human generated impediments to bees’ survival, beekeeping classes and mentoring programs offer new beekeepers skills needed to improve their bees’ chances of survival,” Bolton added. Class topics include: Colony Dynamics; Hive Components & Gear; Colony Management; Bee Pests, Diseases & Other Problems; and Acquiring Bees. Cost of the class is $50 per person (includes lunch and all-day beverages, and Beekeeping

Basics book); $45/person (discount applies only for additional member(s) of same household as person who purchases $50 ticket (required); no book included). To register, visit www.ashlandvabeekeepers.org, then click on the “Buzzings” menu tab, or scroll down and click on “Register Now” to access the online registration info with your credit card payment. Alternatively, download a registration form from the website; print out the form, fill it out, and mail it, along with your check, to the address given. The registration deadline is Oct. 24. For more information, email mail@ashlandvabeekeepers.org or call Ronnie at 804798-5191 and leave a message.

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CALENDAR | News, Updates & Listings Wednesday, Oct. 12 to Wednesday, Nov. 20 GriefShare, a support group to help and encourage those who have lost a loved one meets from 2:30 to 4 p.m., except for Labor Day, Sept. 5, in Room E106 at Shady Grove United Methodist Church at 8209 Shady Grove Rd. in Mechanicsville. For more information, contact shadygroveumc.org/griefsupport or 804-746-9073. Grief recovery

topics, featuring nationally recognized experts, include “Is This Normal?,” “The Challenges of Grief,” “Grief and Your Relationships,” “Why,” and “Guilt and Anger.” The sessions are self-contained, so you may join at any time. Walk-ins are welcome.

at 10077 Brook Rd. in Glen Allen. Robert Buchanon of Archer Integrations LLC will discuss “Network Security and Recovering from Any Type of Data Loss.” The event is being offered free of charge, but registration is encouraged to ensure seating. Sponsors are SunTrust and Thomas & Thomas.

Wednesday, Oct. 12 Hanover Airpark Business Association will present Lunch and Learn from noon to 1 p.m. at Courtyard by Marriott

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shine) at the St. Paul Lutheran Church at 8100 Shady Grove Rd. in Mechanicsville. Vendors of all types — inside and outside — are welcome. Handmade quilts will be for sale, as well as a charity quilt raffle. There will be free activities for the children, a bake sale, BBQ and chili. Vendors are still being accepted to fill outside spaces. Spaces are 18’x16’ and cost $20. Participants are advised to bring their own tables, chairs and tents. To reserve a space, contact Grace at omawilley@ gmail.com to sign up or call 804-779-3370. Windemere Art Gallery Art Show will open with a show reception from 2 to 5 p.m. at 6161 Mechanicsville Tpk. in Mechanicsville. The

ax submissions to calendar to 804-730-0476, email to mkinser@mechlocal.com or mail to 8460 TimesDispatch, Mechanicsville VA 23116. Deadline is 3 p.m. Wednesday for the following week’s issue. Calendar announcements cannot be taken by phone. We reserve the right to edit all items submitted to The Local.

show, featuring the Lee Artists Association, is titled “The Summer That Was . . .” The show runs through Oct. 29. Visitors are welcome. Henrico High School Class of 1976 will meet for its 40th reunion from 6 p.m. to midnight at ACCA Temple at 1712 Bellevue Ave. in Richmond. All Warriors from the 1970s are welcome to attend. A casual evening is planned, featuring BBQ, corn hole and music by the Sons of Zebedee. The cost is $60 per person. For more information, email 1976HHS@gmail.com.

Monday, Oct. 17 Del. Christopher K. Peace,

R-97, will address the Pamunkey Woman’s Club at 7 p.m. at the Walnut Grove Baptist Church at 7046 Cold Harbor Rd. in Mechanicsville. He is scheduled to provide members with a 2016 Legislative Update. Information about attending the club meeting or becoming a club member may be obtained by contacting the club’s membership chairman, Debbie Walker, at 804-730-2311 or by visiting the club’s website at www.PAMUNKEYWC.org.

Friday, Oct. 21 Winn’s Baptist Church at 12320 Winns Church Road in Glen Allen will host a gospel see CALENDAR, pg. 21

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music concert at 7 p.m. , featuring Smokey Wilson. A love offering will be taken. For more information, call 804-798-5512, 804-798-5513, 804-798-6179 or Carlton at 804-651-4544.

Saturday, Oct. 22 The Lee-Davis High School Class of 1961 will hold its 55th class reunion t Anna’s Italian Restaurant at 7017 Mechanicsville Tpk. in Mechanicsville. The cost is $25 per person. Member of the class who have made an address change within the last five years or need or more information are urged to contact Helen Zagos Blackwell at 804-356-9351or e-mail HelenZBlackwell@aol. com or Brenda Blake Bremner at 804-779-3375 or email Brendabremner@aol.com. Lebanon United Methodist Church will sponsor a Yard and Bake Sale from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 8492 Peaks Rd. in Hanover.

A Fall Festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., featuring a children’s bounce house, pony rides, face painting, music and food. Enon United Methodist Church Men, Women, Youth, and Discipleship groups will present their Fall Fun Day from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event includes the Men’s Famous Brunswick Stew for $8 quart or $3 a bowl. It will be ready at 11 a.m. To place an order, call 804746-4719, 804-730-4956 or 804746-2197. Leave name, contact number and number of quarters requested. A Bake Sale will be sponsored by the Women from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lunch, featuring stew, cornbread and a drink, will be available for $5 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Game Patrol, a video experience, games and hayrides will be offered from noon to 2 p.m. Trunk-or-Treat (costume or not) is scheduled from 1:30 to 2 p.m.

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The Oak Knoll Middle School 5K will get underway at 10 a.m. at the school at 10295 Chamberlayne Rd. in Mechanicsville. The fee is $20 per person or $50 for a family. A free kids’ run will start before the 5K. A Community Blood Drive will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Mechanicsville Branch Library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place in Mechanicsville. For more information, call Virginia Blood Services 800-989-4438, www. vadonor/portal/.

Sunday, Oct. 30 New Highland Baptist Church at 9200 New Ashcake Rd. in Mechanicsville will host its 10th annual Trunk-O-Treat event from 4 to 6 pm. Hot dog dinners will be served. The event is open to the community.

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SpookieFUN Fest is seeking Community Partners MECHANICSVILLE and ASHLAND -- Hanover County Parks and Recreation will host the annual Taylor’s SpookieFUN Fest coming Friday, Oct. 21, at Pole Green Park and Saturday, Oct. 22, at Poor Farm Park. “We are looking for childrelated businesses and/or organizations to be Community Partners at this annual celebration,” Nikodemas M. Reikalas, recreation coordinator, said. “This exciting youth-oriented event is a great way to celebrate the season. To become a partner, fill out the online registration by Oct. 14 at www. hanoverparksrec.com, keyword: Spookie.” There are two ways to participate in the SpookieFUN Zone: Hanover Treats – Hand out candy to the little trick or

treaters. Taylor’s Tricks – Provide games and interactive activities. Children will be entertained with flashlight candy hunts, dancing, games, trick Friday, Oct. 21, at Pole Green Park, 8996 Pole Green Park Lane, Mechanicsville. Saturday, Oct. 22, at Poor Farm Park, 13400 Liberty School Lane, Ashland. Any questions about becoming a Community Partner at this event, contact Parks and Recreation at 804-365-7150, visit www.hanovercounty. gov; or email parksandrec@ hanovercounty.gov. Information submitted by Nikodemas M. Reikalas, recreation coordinator, Hanover County Parks and Recreation Department.

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MECHANICSVILLE – The Cool Spring Baptist Church, located at 9283 Atlee Station Rd. in Mechanicsville, will host its second annual Q Commons event at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 13. Q Commons launched in 2014 as a live national event experience brought to local areas to help people focus on the advancement of good in the local community. It equips Christians on how to thoughtfully engage the cultural moment. Since its inception, more than 15,000 individuals have participated in 180 Q Commons city events on five continents. Q Commons is rooted in Christian values and doctrine, and will focus on equipping both those of the Christian faith, as well as those who do not identify as Christian on how to thoughtfully engage culture and advance the common good in their communities. Through immersive learning experiences where no topic is off limits, leaders are encouraged to think, process and consider their approach on the most difficult cultural conversations they will face. The theme for this year’s

event is “Engaging Our Divided Nation.” The national speakers, via satellite, for the evening will be author and Christian apologist Ravi Zacharias, authors and political commentators Ross Douthat and Kristen Powers, and Grammy winning hip-hop artist Lecrae. Three local speakers also will be featured at the event, including writer

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Stephen Jones, director of Elementary Education for Henrico County Schools; Dr. Michelle Kelly McQueen Williams; and Sandy Thompson, founder of Good Neighbor Village. This is a ticketed event and is not limited to but recommended for those 18 and older. For tickets, and for more information, go to owww. qcommons.com/mechanicsville or call Cool Spring Baptist Church at 804-7460800.

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do.” The vacancy didn’t attract any nominees the first time the Ashland District school board seat appeared on the supervisors’ agenda. Hawkins had been approached and encouraged to talk to Prichard. But, she said, “I just kind of moved on and I wasn’t saying yes or no; I was just kind of moving along. It [the position] circled around again.” That’s when she decided she would talk to Prichard. She said that conversation “really did spark that interest and this is the place where I can be and where I believe I can be heard and I can help. Help is the first thing.” From a personal perspective, Hawkins said her goal would be “to feel and know that I have done everything that I can do that’s going to enhance

children -- not just a child, but children in the community. Personally, I want to be able to reach out and communicate with those who would need my help.” “And when I say reach out and communicate with them,” she added, “I want to be able to provide the kind of help that is needed, but always keeping in mind that what I do is the best for the children -- that could be personal and professional. Hawkins has had a vested interest in the school district. A granddaughter started at the Hanover Academy and then went to Chickahominy Middle School and graduated from Atlee High School. A resident of Kings Charter, Hawkins had spent her teaching career in Henrico County. She started with Holliday Elementary School and then moved to Maude Trevette School, where she has been an instructional assistant for five

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years. However, Hawkins was not always in a classroom. Her years with Verizon found her in a very corporate world, where she was responsible for training and teaching. “But,” she noted, “as we know, teaching children and adults are kind of two different things.” Her work with Verizon included resource management and managing certain areas. She was she was “sure that kind of brought me the management skills.” Among the strengths she gained through that experience, she said, were the ability to manage what you have to do. “Not only do you have the processes, you have to take care of it.” She also pointed out the need for good people skills. As she takes on this new role in the school division, Hawkins said she is confident that she brings the managerial, management and people skills that will prove very helpful in the school system. The years at Verizon, Hawkins said, were enjoyable. She worked with prestigious clients. “But,” she said, “after a time it was time for me not to do that. After I left Verizon I knew it wasn’t time to do nothing.” That was when a friend in the school system suggested she go into the classroom. She said the friend was very encouraging and told her, “You have something to offer.” Hawkins applied in Henrico and Hanover. Henrico responded the next day. “It moved much faster than I anticipated. Well, I’m glad I wanted to go. Once I started that, it was ‘Wow.’ ” By coincidence, the friend who recommended she try her hand at teaching also works in Henrico. Since she was appointed, Hawkins said she has been welcomed and congratulated by so many people. “People that I don’t really know; I know by see SCHOOL, pg. 27

CELEBRATIONS | Births, Engagements, Weddings & Anniversaries

Miss Kerri Lynn Harlow weds Mr. James Allen Bennett

erri Lynn Harlow and James Allen Bennett were united in marriage on Saturday, May 14, 2016, at the Mechanicsville Baptist Church. The ceremony was officiated by Pastor Trey Critzer. The bride is the daughter of Eddie and Laura Harlow of Dunnsville, Virginia. The groom is the son of Bo and Teresa Bennett of Quinton, Virginia. The bride’s grandparents, Thomas and Dorothy Jones, and the groom’s grandmother, Nancy Juanita Meacham, were in attendance. The matron of honor was Mrs. Cheri Nelson of McKinney, Texas. Bridesmaids were Mrs. Carly Whitener, Mrs. Grace Senat, Mrs. Erin Arizmendi and Miss Charlotte Rivera. The best man was Matthew Lowery of Mechanicsville, Virginia. Groomsmen were David Williams, Jason Bennett and John Nance. The flower girl was Isabel Arizmendi and the ring bearer was Benjamin Dean. A reception followed the

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MR. and MRS. JAMES ALLEN BENNETT the former Kerri Lynn Harlow ceremony at the Via Club in Pebble Creek. The happy couple

honeymooned in Jamaica and will reside in Mechanicsville.

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Walnut Grove Baptist Having a RUFF time selling your home? Church oďŹ&#x20AC;ers classes Staff Report news@mechlocal.com MECHANICSVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Walnut Grove Baptist Church at 7046 Cold Harbor Road is offering several events this month. For more information about the events, which will be held at the church, call 804746-5081. According to Pam Burris, office assistant, the schedule is as follows: Wednesday, Oct. 12 -- Free ESL classes for adults of all nationalities at 9 a.m. Grief Ministry Support Group at 11 a.m. For more information, contact Craig Simpson at craigwgbc@gmail.com. Thursday, Oct. 13 -- Food Pantry at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call 804746-5091. Friday, Oct. 14 -- NorthStar community support group at 6 p.m. For more information, contact Craig Simpson at craigwgbc@ gmail.com. Wednesday, Oct. 19 -- Free ESL classes for adults of all nationalities at 9 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 20 -- MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) support group at 6:30 p.m.

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a masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in Quality Systems Management. After his two-year deployment, he had a successful career providing consulting services to CBP, ICE, DLA, NASA, and USCG. In 2014 Johnny joined the federal government at the Department of Transportation. He keeps up his duty as a Marine Science Technician in the United States Coast Guard Reserves. With passing years, Karla and Jaromir established themselves in the Mechanicsville community and solidified their circle of friends, among whom dearest are Erich and

Friday, Oct. 21 -- NorthStar community support group at 6 p.m. For more information, contact Craig Simpson at craigwgbc@ gmail.com. Wednesday, Oct. 26 -- Free ESL classes for adults of all nationalities at 9 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 26 -- Grief Ministry Support Group at 11 a.m. For more information, contact Craig Simpson at craigwgbc@ gmail.com. Thursday, Oct. 27 -- Food Pantry at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call 804746-5091. Friday, Oct. 28 -- NorthStar community support group at 6 p.m. Walnut Grove Baptist Church. For more information, contact Craig Simpson at craigwgbc@gmail.com. Saturday, Oct. 29 -- Fall Festival, featuring fun for the whole family from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 30 -- â&#x20AC;&#x153;Welcome Homeâ&#x20AC;? to Walnut Grove Baptist Church. A Homecoming service will begin at 10:15 a.m. with many other special events to celebrate 175 years of history in the Mechanicsville community. Monday, Oct. 31 -- Trunk or Treat will be held from 5:30 to 7:3 p.m., offering a safe place to trick or treat, prizes for great Halloween costumes and fun for everyone.

Beverly Presser. With children flown from the nest, they developed their interests. While Jaromir became a golfing fanatic, Karla found her passion first in tennis, then in yoga and then in travel. Her curiosity took her initially to Europe for leisure travel with her husband. Then she raised the stakes and ventured further afield with her daughter to exotic countries such as Thailand, Indonesia, Israel, Jordan, Columbia and Turkey. As she gets ready to celebrate her 70th birthday, Argentina is next on her list. When she is not abroad, she hops over to New York City to visit the grandchildren â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and to get a dose of opera, theater

and the buzz of the city. In Austria, Jaromir worked as a construction engineer on a large home for a local aristocrat. The two befriended each other and Jaromir got to take the blueprints with him to America with the hope that one day he would build such a house for his family. The day came just about 15 years to the date. In 1996, Jaromir and Karla bought three acres of land on the old Pebble Creek farm, edging up on a large pond with a good acre of woods. Here they set off to build their dream homestead. Through 20 years of care, the home has become a retreat for the whole family, especially the four grandchildren.

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Community Maker Mixer set for Nov. 17 RICHMOND -- McKenzie Payne, founder of Mac’s Smack|Skincare, a local entrepreneur has gathered a small army of socially responsible businesses to host a Community Maker Mixer that will benefit McShin Academy, a local recovery high school that is successfully impacting the community by helping teens who are struggling with substance use disorders.

it is my responsibility to help in every way. It’s imperative to bring awareness to our community and to acknowledge the beautiful people who are making a difference in many ways.” Payne said. Participants include: Tulip & Bear, Mac’s Smack, Shine Vessels, Naked Goat Soap Co., Murphy and Lola, Belle Isle Shine, Happy Clay, and SuperFun Yoga pants.

The event will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 17, at Balliceaux at 203 North Lombardy St. in Richmond. The epidemic of fatalities as the result of opiate overdose continues to plague our community. “I know the devastation and trauma that substance use disorders inflict on individuals and their families. I feel as a person in long term recovery

Reynolds to host Fall Job Fair Oct. 25 RICHMOND – Reynolds Community College will host a Fall Job Fair from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 25, in the commons area of Burnette Hall on the Parham Road Campus located at 1651 E. Parham Road in Richmond. The job fair gives students and the general public the opportunity to meet face-to-face with local, regional and national employers. The fair will connect participants to employers from a variety of industries, including business (sales and marketing), accounting, health

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face, see out in the community and they really, really very, very kind.” The support she has been offered has humbled her. “If you need me . . .” is a common phrase she is hearing. “That makes me feel very, very comfortable. I need their support.” She seemed surprised that people who do not reside in her district are calling to offer their assistance as she transitions. These days, Hawkins is learning. She took part in a sixhour training with Dr. Michael Gill, superintendent, and members of the senior staff. “To sit with the senior staff, to get to know who does what, that was a big part of the learning process all by itself,” she said. Chris R. Whitley, public information officer for HCPS, said, “Whenever a school board member comes on, we do training -- however long the school board member would like. It’s led by the superinten-

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