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Celebrating her 104th birthday!

County focused on vaccinating those 75, older 75 and older population is a priority for us, and we do not want to miss anyone.”

Hanover If you are a Hanover County resident, are 75 years old or older, and have pre-registered on either the state’s portal, vaccinate. virginia.gov, or with the Chickahominy Health District, call the call center at Hanover County 804-365-3240 and continues its help will be availefforts to increase able to help make vaccinations. an appointment.

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Helen Gilliam of Ashland celebrated her 104th birthday on St. Patrick’s Day (Wednesday, March 17). She lives across the street from the Central Office of Hanover County Public Schools and John M. Gandy Elementary School. Michael Gill, superintendent, was joined by students from Gandy Elementary and others in wishing their neighbor “Happy Birthday”. She is shown with family members, daughter Alma Nelson, grandchildren Tina Wilson, Melvin Bingham and Lee Williams Jr., and daughter Annie Williams. Fourth grade students from Gandy, at right, are shown with the birthday cards they designed for their very special neighbor. Ashland community and business leaders also helped Mrs. Gilliam observe her birthday. Story on page 18.

ASHLAND -County is making special efforts to vaccinate any remaining residents who are 75 and older and preregistered.

“We have continued to reach out to people in this group through email and phone calls, but we are not sure we have connected with everyone,” said Deputy County Administrator Jim Taylor. “The

see VACCINATING, pg. 4

HR director: neighboring counties’ Survey spotlights impact of COVID salary compensations lure employees on Virginia farms and agribusiness taining that workforce.

The job is made more difficult each year as neighboring localities increase salary compensations at record paces, tempting employees from other localities to consider a switch.

“Today, I will be sharing some of the challenges facing our workforce and also recommended investments

By Jim Ridolphi for The Mechanicsville Local

HANOVER -- Hanover County regularly ranks among the top when it comes to employee satisfaction and most employees will tell you the county is a great place to work.

Staffing and retaining that quality workforce isn’t easy, and Janet Lawson, Human Resources director, is responsible for retaining and main-

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ASHLAND -- Researchers in the Agricultural and Applied Economics Department at Virginia Tech are inviting all Virginia farms and agribusinesses to participate in a study to assess and quantify the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on their farm or business.

The purpose of this survey is to understand the effects of the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) on Virginia commercial farms and agribusinesses throughout the

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OUISA – Representatives of the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office recently took part in the 9th Annual LCSO Winter Bloodhound Seminar, which was hosted by the Louisa County Sheriff ’s Office (LCSO) and the Virginia Bloodhound Search and Rescue (VBSAR).

Hanover was among 20 law enforcement agencies participating in the training.

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Scout was a K9 officer with the Hanover County Sheriff’s Office. She has since retired at her forever home with her handler, S.J. Mahler.

These teams trained in several areas around Louisa, including the Town of Louisa, Zion Crossroads, Troy, Kents Store, Town of Gordonsville, and even Orange County (Agricultural Fairgrounds).

A spokesman for the Louisa County Sheriff ’s Office said, “These amazing floppy eared K9s are great at searching for all kinds of people, tall people, short people, good people, bad people, missing people and even especially smelly people.”

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IN THE NEWS Solid waste centers to be closed Easter HANOVER -- Hanover County’s solid waste convenience centers will be closed on Easter Sunday, April 4.

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Food distribution continues in Aylett Staff Report news@mechlocal.com AYLETT – Food distribution through the CornerStone Food Program continues from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. today (Wednesday, March 24) at 11235 West River Rd. in Aylett.

Additional distributions are scheduled for: z 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 27. z 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 31.

The Lily Field Clothing Shed at 11235 West River Rd. in Aylett is open on select Wednesdays and Saturdays.

Those wishing to donate are asked not to drop off items outside the building; call ahead to schedule a drop-off.

The CornerStone Free Health Clinic

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operates by appointment at 8270 Richmond Tappahannock Hwy. in Aylett.

No walk-in appointments are accepted.

For more information on the programs or the clinic, call 804-769-2996 or email theccdc@ gmail.com.

Staff Report news@mechlocal.com RICHMOND — Several American Red Cross blood drives are scheduled in the region. A year ago, many things in the world paused due to the COVID-19 pandemic. But the

need for blood never stopped.

Today blood donations are just as essential, and the American Red Cross urges individuals who are healthy to make an appointment to donate blood.

Donors have opportunisee BLOOD, pg. 4

17 COMMUNITY Stacie C. Taylor named BCMC Teacher of the Year.

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SHERIFF’S REPORTS | Crime, Accidents, Fire & Rescue of Verdon Road, Ruther Glen.

Feb. 23

Petit larceny building was reported in the 6000 block of Shiloh Place, Mechanicsville.

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $1,000, in the 15000 block of Washington Highway, Doswell.

Grand larceny from auto was reported in the 7300 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

Grand larceny, auto theft, was reported in the 6000 block of Pole Green Road, Mechanicsville.

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $250, in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

Larceny of bank notes and checks was reported in the 9200 block of Ivy Banks Drive, Mechanicsville.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 13100 block of Verdon Road, Ruther Glen.

Feb. 24

Contempt of court, misbehavior in court, was reported in the 7500 block of County Complex Road, Hanover.

Petit larceny building was reported in the 13100 block

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 13000 block of Mountain Road/Henrico County, Glen Allen.

Petit larceny, $500 not from a person, was reported in

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $1,000, in the 5300 block of Sandy Valley Road, Mechanicsville.

DWI: 1st offense was reported in the 7400 block of Lee-Davis Road/ Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 7100 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike/Colony Drive, Mechanicsville.

Uttering was reported in the 19100 block of Beaver Dam Road, Beaverdam.

Petit larceny shoplifting was reported in the 7200 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

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the 6200 block of Rimfire Road, Mechanicsville.

Concealment, price altering merchandise, $500, was reported in the 7200 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

Simple assault was reported in the 7200 block of Garden Park Lane, Mechanicsville.

Petit larceny building was reported in the 16200 block of International Street, Doswell.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 7400 block of Lake Terrell Drive, Mechanicsville.

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of Winston Estate Lanes, Ashland.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 13300 block

Unauthorized use of a vehicle, boat or animal was reported in the 14300 block of Bethany Church Road, Montpelier.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 3700 block of Interstate 295 North, Mechanicsville.

Identity fraud use of identifying ID to defraud was reported in the 9700 block of Sliding Hill Road, Ashland.

Credit card fraud, $200 in 6 months, was reported in the 8000 block of Dunwoody Road, Mechanicsville.

Simple assault was reported in the 300 block of South James Street, Ashland.

DWI and declared habitual offender for DWI or involuntary manslaughter were reported in the 3500 block of Interstate 295 South, Mechanicsville.

Violation of a protective order was reported in the 10200 block of Grand Hickory Drive, Mechanicsville.

Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 7800 block of Compass Point Lane, Mechanicsville.

Failure to stop for school bus flashing lights was reported in the 6300 block of Greystone Creek Road/Sugarpine Road, Mechanicsville.

Driving after forfeiture of license was reported in the 13000 block of Mountain Road/Henrico County, Glen see INCIDENTS, pg. 7

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Commonwealth.

The survey results will help to inform Extension programming to better serve stakeholders in response to ongoing challenges.

This survey should take no more than 20 minutes to complete. The researchers will invite all participants to take part in this study again in the future in an effort to capture the evolving effects of COVID-19.

Participating in the follow-up survey will help the researchers better understand the impact COVID-19 has on agricultural operations.

No personal information (name, address, e-mail, telephone number, IP address, etc.) will be collected. All data from this survey will remain confidential and anonymous.

The survey is available at: https://bit.ly/3qLd10V The survey is open to operators and managers of farms and agribusinesses with

a primary location in Virginia.

Respondents must be 18 years of age or older. There are no benefits or rewards for participating in this study.

Results from this study may be used to communicate the effects of COVID-19 on Virginia farms and agribusinesses to state and federal agencies in an effort to secure relief. Results from this study also may be published in the future. Participation in this research survey is voluntary.

The first 500 valid survey participants will be given the opportunity to enter a drawing for a $10 electronic gift card for Amazon. Participants must provide a valid email address at the end of the survey to enter the drawing.

Again, multiple entries from the same address will be disqualified. One hundred gift cards are available, so the chances of winning are at least 20% (100 in 500).

Participants may be withsee SURVEY, pg. 7

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ties to give from 1 to 6 p.m.

Thursday, March 25, at the New Highland Baptist Church at 9200 New Ashcake Rd. in Mechanicsville.

For patients in the emergency room, fighting cancer or coping with a life-threatening illness, help can’t wait. Their health is reliant on the selfless generosity of blood donors.

However, the blood supply continues to face challenges from the ongoing pandemic and extreme winter weather that impacted much of the U.S. last month.

More donors, especially those with type O blood, are needed now to ensure that patients have lifesaving blood

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The call center is staffed from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

products available for emergencies and everyday medical treatments. Schedule a blood donation appointment by downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800733-2767) or enabling the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device.

March is Red Cross Month, and the Red Cross is celebrating blood, platelet and plasma donors for stepping up to meet the constant need for blood amid the pandemic.

The Red Cross is testing blood, platelet and plasma donations for COVID-19 antibodies. The test may indicate

if the donor’s immune system has produced antibodies to this coronavirus, regardless of whether an individual developed COVID-19 symptoms.

Testing may also identify the presence of antibodies developed after receiving a COVID19 vaccine. Red Cross antibody tests will be helpful to identify individuals who have COVID-19 antibodies and may now help current coronavirus patients in need of convalescent plasma transfusions.

Convalescent plasma is a type of blood donation collected from COVID-19 survivors that have antibodies that may help patients who are actively fighting the virus. Plasma from whole blood donations that test positive for high levels of COVID-19 antibodies may

be used to help COVID-19 patients.

COVID-19 antibody test results will be available within one to two weeks in the Red Cross Blood Donor App or donor portal at RedCrossBlood.org. A positive antibody test result does not confirm infection or immunity. The Red Cross is not testing donors to diagnose illness, referred to as a diagnostic test.

To protect the health and safety of Red Cross staff and donors, it is important that individuals who do not feel well or believe they may be ill with COVID19 postpone donation.

Each Red Cross blood drive and donation center follows the highest standards of safety and infection control, and

“We have a great team in Hanover County and the Chickahominy Health District, with many people dedicated to our vaccination efforts,” Taylor said. “While we have made

some good progress these past couple months with about 35,000 vaccine doses being administered to Hanover residents, we want to make sure that we are not missing anyone

that should be having a vaccination now if they want one.”

The Hanover vaccination center is in the former Food Lion building in the Ashland Junction Shopping Center.

Important COVID-19 information for donors

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We are currently proposing a project to rebuild a portion of electric transmission line which is nearing the end of its service life.

The line was originally built in the 1960s and is nearing the end of its service life. The rebuild is necessary to bring facilities up to current reliability and safety standards.

Due to the ongoing public health concerns resulting from the spread of the coronavirus, there will not be an in-person community open house. Please join us for a virtual community meeting online.

Please visit our project website for more information. If you have questions, contact us by sending an email to powerline@ dominionenergy.com or calling 888-291-0190.

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Why would anyone damage a cemetery?

By Melody Kinser Managing Editor hen I heard the news that some tombstones and markers at Hollywood Cemetery in Richmond bad been vandalized, it was like I had been kicked in the gut. Not only do I respect and value the sanctity of a final resting place, but, in this case, I have family buried there.

My sister and my brother-in-law’s brother were buried there in 2011 and 2015, respectively.

Michael will be placed next to my sister. I don’t know about the fourth grave.

We knew my sister’s life was coming to an end in April of 2011 (it will be 10 years on the 27th), but -- despite a long-term illness -- Robin

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and Michael really hadn’t discussed final arrangements.

It was a Sunday night when he called, saying, “I’m coming over” after having spoken to one of the specialists involved in her case. I told Mom, “We’ll agree with whatever he decides.”

Her days were numbered, so we had to talk about preparations for her death. I asked about Hollywood Cemetery, knowing it was one of her favorite historical spots in the city.

The cemetery was always a destination whenever I brought family or friends to visit before I moved here.

We agreed Michael would check into the availability of any plots. He was successful.

Of course, we go often to visit and clean the

tombstone, bench and marker for Robin and Bryn. Not to sound macabre, but it is a lovely, peaceful setting. And the history is incredible.

Also noteworthy are the mausoleums and statues located throughout the massive cemetery.

So, how could anyone topple over tombstones and markers and break some into pieces? How heartless and cruel!

I pray the culprits are caught and face the toughest consequences possible.

While I’m relieved my family members’ graves were undisturbed, I understand the grief of those whose loved ones were impacted.

Whatever caused such a disruptive action is not excusable.

I hope to hear about arrests soon.

Don’t give up -- your vaccination call will come

By Jim Ridolphi Contributing Columnist Like thousands of other Virginians, I was beginning to believe the call informing me I’d been approved for a COVID-19 vaccination would never come.

And it didn’t.

The good news arrived in the form of an email from the CDC (Centers for Disease Control), notifying me that my number had finally come

up and it was time to schedule an appointment.

After several attempts to schedule were met with crashing websites or blank pages, I finally scheduled my slot for the sought-after vaccines.

I’d listened carefully to news reports that described a level of frustration with the registration system that raised sufficient alarm, so I felt I was well prepared for the process.

For days, I heard that recipients would not be able to choose which

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vaccine they preferred, and citizens should not be choosy and take the first shot that was available.

So, I was a bit surprised when the first question on the CDC registration form was “Which vaccine do you want?” There were three selections. In other words, all of the vaccines were available and choices were available — a pleasant surprise.

I chose Johnson and Johnson for several reasons, but mostly I only wanted to go through the process

once and the J&J shot offered that option.

Appointments were scheduled according to what vaccine you selected, but all varieties offered slots within days of the email notice.

I received confirmation from the CDC regarding my appointment with instructions on what to bring and where to be.

Within minutes, I began receivsee CALL, pg. 8

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America is navigating in perilous water Prior to the last 12 months, which proved to be exceptionally traumatic for America, progressives had been exploiting anything in this nation of 330+ million that could be used to restructure America into their version of a perfect society.

Modern America is barely recognizable compared to its former self.

With more reforms on the way, progressives have already achieved quite a bit of success: 1. God … the foundation upon which America was built and the core of its generosity and contempt for evil is no longer recognized in public institutions, despite God’s prominent role in evicting slavery and the nation’s belated emphasis on human rights; 2. National border … disregarding longstanding immigration laws, the border once protected by presidents and the blood of countless Americans is being overrun by illegal refugees, some of whom are likely drug smugglers, slave traffickers, terrorists and/ or worse; 3. Public safety … claims of “systemic racism” in law enforcement, which contradicts credible researched data, incited lawlessness, sanctification of felons and condemnation of those donning uniforms. Meanwhile, the individual’s right to bear arms is under intensified siege, which, if lost, will leave law-abiding citizens at the mercy of armed aggressors; 4. Right to life … while the Black Lives Matter movement is glorified and acclaimed, the lives of countless babies of all races and colors in the womb can be snuffed at the whim of their mothers; 5. Fiscal control … setting themselves above constraints that govern see LETTERS, pg. 8

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drawn from the study without their consent if the research team has concerns about the validity of their answers. If an individual is withdrawn, no compensation will be offered.

Results from this study will be summarized in publications and presentations.

These will be made available to all stakeholders and the broader public upon completion of this study.

All data will be aggregated so that it will be impossible for anyone to identify information supplied by any individual respondent (farm or agribusiness).

For more information about the project, see a summary of the first-round results, available at: https://bit.ly/3jPeKAm.

years, was reported in the 7300 block of Bell Creek Road/Battle Hill Drive, Mechanicsville.

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Allen.

Damaging property generally was reported in the 6400 block of Strawbank Drive, Mechanicsville.

Larceny of bank notes and checks was reported in the 9500 block of Chamberlayne Road, Mechanicsville.

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

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 10200 block of Lewistown Road/Carters Heights Road, Ashland.

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DWI, BAC .15 to .20, 1st offense, was reported in the 6100 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Entering property with intent to damage was reported in the 7900 block of Loganberry Court, Mechanicsville.

Possession of Schedule I and II controlled substance was reported in the 7500 block of Cold Harbor Road, Mechanicsville.

DWI, 3rd offense in 10

This survey will close at 11:59 p.m. (Eastern Standard Time) on Monday, April 12.

After beginning the survey, responses will be automatically saved so that the participant may return to complete it later using the same device, and the link with which the survey was originally accessed.

If you would like a copy of the summary results, or have any questions about this study, contact John Bovay (bovay@vt.edu) or Catherine Larochelle (claroche@vt.edu).

If you have questions about your rights as a research participant, or concerns or complaints about the research, you may contact the Virginia Tech HRPP at 540-231-3732 or irb@vt.edu and reference 20-617.

Information submitted by Laura M. Maxey-Nay, Agriculture & Natural Resources Extension Agent, Unit Coordinator.

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additional precautions – including temperature checks, social distancing and face coverings for donors and staff – have been implemented to help protect the health of all those in attendance.

Donors are asked to schedule an appointment prior to arriving at the drive and are required to wear a face covering or mask while at the drive, in alignment with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention public guidance.

About blood donation Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor

of Lee-Davis Road/ Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

ID theft ID to defraud, $200, was reported in the 11000 block of Stonefield Court, Mechanicsville.

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $1,000, in the 7500 block of Cold Harbor Road/Fast Lane, Mechanicsville.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 8300 block of Soft Wind Drive, Mechanicsville.

Violation of a protective order (general) was reported in the 10300 block of Brickerton Drive, Mechanicsville.

Stalking: Type not clear from record was reported in the 7300 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

Reckless handling of a firearm was reported in the 7100 block of Garden Park Lane, Mechanicsville.

Driving after forfeiture of license was reported in the 8100 block of Elm Drive/ Mechanicsville Bypass, Mechanicsville.

DWI: BAC .15 to .20, 1st offense, was reported in the 8200 block of Shady Grove Road/Meadowbridge Road, Mechanicsville.

Feb. 27

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 7000 block of Brooking Way, Mechanicsville.

Concealment, price altering merchandise, $500, was reported in the 7000 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Feb. 28

ID theft ID to defraud, $200, was reported in the 8000 block of Willow Avenue, Mechanicsville.

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $1,000, in the 7400 block

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

DWI: 1st offense was reported in the 13200 block of Ashland Road, Ashland.

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $1,000, in the 7100 block of Brandy Hill Terrace, Mechanicsville.

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $250, in the 4400 block

App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800733-2767) or enable the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in.

Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood.

High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height

of Crown Hill Road, Mechanicsville.

Threats in writing were reported in the 8200 block of Atlee Road, Mechanicsville.

Petit larceny shoplifting was reported in the 8000 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

Driver did not report an

and weight requirements.

About the American Red Cross The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, visit redcross. org or cruzrojaamericana.org, or visit us on Twitter at @RedCross.

accident with damages, $250, in the 10400 block of Atlee Station Road, Ashland.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 13200 block of Old Ridge Road, Beaverdam.

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $1,000, in the 14100 block of Hickory Oaks Lane, Ashland.

Brandishing a firearm was reported in the 17400 block of Rocky Ford Road, Montpelier.

Driver did not report an accident with damages,

$250, in the 8200 block of Atlee Road, Mechanicsville.

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Library system continues with virtual programs for the rest of the month of March CALL Continued from pg. 6

ing notification from VDH (Virginia Department of Health) that I had been selected to receive a vaccine and should schedule through its website. Since I had the confirmation, I ignored these emails and patiently waited for my appointment day to arrive.

Shortly before leaving for the appointment, I checked

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wage earners and taxpaying families, progressives in control of America’s budget cite Modern Monetary Theory claptrap as justification for gross mismanagement, which certainly includes self-serving perks, abuse that aggravates inflation and burdens current and future generations with higher cost of living and massive debt.

6. Social reform … in the name of social justice, while defaulting taxpayers and those in arrears face the IRS, Federal subsidy programs, once properly directed at helping disadvantaged citizens and those in temporary distress, reward able-bodied people for not working, conditioning them to laziness and groveling instead of testing their capabilities, the backbone of America’s rise to affluence. Long gone is John F. Kennedy’s incisive challenge, “Don’t ask what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country.”

7. Unification … claim-

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Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com HANOVER – Librarian Carolyn Garner has released the list of virtual programs being presented this month through the Pamunkey Regional Library.

Virtual programs on Zoom

Ashland Museum History Talk – 7 to 8 p.m. Thursday, March 25.

Kate Chenery Tweedy, daughter of Secretariat’s owner-manager Penny Chenery and granddaughter of breeder Christopher Chenery, shares stories of visiting her grandfather’s farm, The Meadow, and watching his thoroughbreds, including Secretariat, race at tracks throughout the north-

east. Registration is required at https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/ event/7438285. This program is hosted virtually through Zoom and the meeting link will be sent to the email used for registration one day before the event occurs. For more information, or if you have a special physical or communication need, contact ask@pamunkeylibrary.org.

CoderDojo Workshop – 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 27, for ages 8 and up. Learn how to develop logicbased coding skills and use creative problem-solving with Scratch. Go to https://pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/ event/7535862 to sign up. This program is hosted on Discord. For more see LIBRARY, pg. 14

email and noticed an alert from CDC informing me that I had not completed my registration and an important questionnaire form was missing from my application.

After several attempts, I accessed the CDC site and filled out the short questionnaire, submitted it, and ran out the door heading for the Raceway, and, finally, a real defense against a virus that had caused disruption for all who

encountered it during the past year seemed within reach.

A cool wind interrupted the first signs the of pre-spring day as I lined up outside the iconic red barn at the old fairgrounds, joining hundreds of other seniors who were lucky enough to get the call.

“Everyone take one of these forms and fill it out before you enter,” the man in fatigues shouted as he distributed a single page of questions.

I mentioned that I already had filled out the same form online and submitted it, but the cordial soldier told me that was for federal registration and I was at a state-run vaccination center. Now, I could have retorted and explained I didn’t register at the state site, but got my appointment on the federal site, but this guy was working hard enough without my input.

It took only seconds to

check no on all the boxes and gain entry into a long line that wound through the old barn, back and forth like waiting for a ride at Kings Dominion.

After an insignificant wait, I was directed to a station where an off-duty Henrico fireman prepared to give me the shot.

“Did you answer no to all the questions on the form?” he asked.

“Yes, twice,” I responded.

Seconds later, the deed

was done and I became one of many seniors who have been vaccinated. With it came a sense of security that I can only hope will envelop a nation as more and more of us take the plunge.

I also left with a renewed respect for the many public servants and other volunteers who made the clinic run smoothly and provided more than just medicine to the residents they encountered.

ing to be unifying America, progressives instead profile and judge everyone according to economic condition, race, sex, creed, and so forth, a divisive, anti-Christian concept that fosters resentment via blatant, false stereotyping: (a) Caucasians are privileged and bigoted; (b) people of color are oppressed, disadvantaged and needy.

8. Truth … reality is no longer necessarily a by-product of fact and reason, but can be shaped by misinformed and/ or misguided perceivers with access to platforms – politicians, newscasters and entertainers; 9. Patriotism … appreciation for America is no longer fashionable, evidenced by removing the Pledge of Allegiance from schools, while disrespecting America is tolerated, even encouraged; 10. Election reform … while proponents of the “For the People Act of 2021” hype the bill as an expansion of voting rights and a cleanup of corruption, critics assert it will lead to a federal takeover of the

election process and give every member of Congress up to $5 million of campaign funding.

Throughout the course of history, the adage nothing lasts forever has proven accurate with many forms of government. America was birthed nearly 2½ centuries ago and became united about a century later with the end of the War Between the States.

The good ship America now finds itself in deep, dangerous water. Will it move out of the storm, better for the experience, or will it bring to fruition Abraham Lincoln’s warning, “America will never be destroyed from the outside.

If we falter and lose our freedoms, it will be because we destroyed ourselves?”

Daniel Corso Mechanicsville

for the well-run COVID-19 vaccination clinic in Ashland.

Kudos to their efficient operation. Thanks to all the workers and volunteers.

Now all we need is more vaccines for more people!

J.M. Thomas Mechanicsville

munity and surrounding area.

There are many food pantries right here in Hanover County. The Beaverdam Food Pantry is ably staffed by Sandy Wilcox and her inner core of volunteers, Mickey Craig, Tom Harrison, Mr. and Mrs. Dave Hunt and Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Wilson.

Without the dedication of these individuals named above, many people would continue to go hungry and/or in need of food and sundries each week in order to survive during these trying times.

They have provided food and sundries for up to as many as 200 families on a Sunday, who are very much in need during these times.

Another food pantry in Hanover is the Western Hanover Emergency Action Team (W.H.E.A.T.). They service Beaverdam, Doswell, Montpelier and Rockville area residents. This past year they have served an average of 62 families each week.

These outreach efforts have touched over 500 souls and is led by Rickie Hall Smith and

her dedicated roster of volunteers.

There also is Moments of Hope Food Pantry, which is located near the Hanover Courthouse on Route 301 and was founded by Bob Hummer, who is the founder and executive officer. The everyday operation of the pantry is handled

by Betty Jo Hayes and her capable staff of volunteers led

by Maureen and Sydney.

There are many others not listed that help Moments of Hope reach out to their community and beyond, just as W.H.E. A.T. and Beaverdam Food Pantry do.

In closing, I would encourage all to donate what they can to one or all of these organizations as they “stand in the gap” for so many families during these difficult times.

The Scripture from Matthew 25:40 -- “Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.”

Be blessed and stay safe.

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Kudos to health district and county I want to give a shout-out to the Chickahominy Health District and Hanover County

Food pantries meeting need in the county This past year has put a lot of added stress on so many people and their families, with the loss of various jobs and employers having to cut back on some employees’ hours due to the pandemic.

With these lost jobs, and some hours for others, come the decisions that have to be made whether to pay the household bills, the medical bills or provide food for the family. This is where the many food pantries in the Hanover County area and beyond have kicked in to meet this unprecedented need within our com-

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within the FY22 [Fiscal Year 2022] to address these challenges and support our greatest asset — our workforce,” Lawson told the Hanover County Board of Supervisors as she presented the Human Resources budget review for the upcoming budget at a meeting earlier this month.

Nearly 50 percent of the operating budget is allotted for benefits and salaries, and the FY22 proposal includes requests for 14.6 new full-time positions, most of them in the Hanover County Sheriff ’s Office and Hanover County Fire/EMS. Remaining competitive in attracting and retaining employees is a critical mission for Lawson’s department.

She said this year’s problem has been exacerbated by record increases in Chesterfield and Henrico counties and the City of Richmond, with some of them offering packages that included substantial increases and more.

“It is important to note that historically we have been on par with Chesterfield and Henrico counties,” Lawson said. “However, this current fiscal year has shown we are already behind both of them.”

“While we are happy to provide this 2.5% merit increase, we are not keeping pace with our peers,” she added.

Lawson said Henrico teachers are receiving at least a 6.9% increase in compensation and Chesterfield is investing more than $13 million for all public safety staff and up to 70% of the workforce will receive additional compensation. They also are investing $46 million over three years for schools with $25 million in FY22 for teachers and support staff.

Henrico is investing more than $58 million in FY22 for teachers and schools, repre-

senting an 18% increase with starting pay going up $6,000.

“Remaining competitive with our peers from a compensation perspective is critical to attract and maintain talent. We have known for several months that our competitors have dedicated significant investments in their public safety and educational staff,” Lawson said.

Salary increases in the public safety and education areas in those counties could increase as much as $20,000, according to Lawson.

“We are already seeing a detrimental impact on our workforce as our employees are keenly aware of these pay adjustments,” Lawson said.

“As we expected, the impacts are already having a domino effect. This domino effect will only add to the challenges we are facing with our recruitment.”

That combination of factors is hampering the county’s ability to retain good employees due to retirements and resignations and applications for new positions also have decreased.

It is imperative that we provide funds to compete with our peers,” Lawson said “Otherwise, we are going to lose high-performing employees.”

In an effort to combat those competitive challenges, Lawson proposed several steps to begin a process that enhances the county’s ability to attract and retain quality employees.

Lawson said the 2.5% merit increases proposed in the FY22 budget are not on par with our peers but do include a $1.8 million increase for sworn public safety employees, coupled with longevity increases and starting salary changes.

The FY22 proposal also allots $1.8 million to address teacher, support staff and bus driver increases. The plan included $3,500 increases in starting salary for sworn public service employees.

Even with the challenges,

Hanover County employees will receive additional compensation contained within this year’s budget, including the 2.5% merit increase for all employees.

“In addition to the merit increases funding for a performance incentive for our top performers, market adjustments for specific positions and funding for meeting increasing health care costs complete the proposed 2022 budget from a workforce perspective,” Lawson said.

“Please keep in mind that these increases represent only a fraction of increases our peers are providing their employees,” Lawson noted. “Without these investments, we would expect to see significant increases in turnover.”

Lawson said her department will continue to conduct benchmark surveys, an annual review of all positions focused on starting salaries in comparison with others in the Metro Richmond area.

The most recent results revealed that 75 positions fell under that mark this year and required adjustment, and Lawson said neighboring localities have scheduled an extensive review of all non-public safety positions that will result in more adjustments in 2023.

“This could have a significant impact on our workforce, especially next year,” Lawson said.

In addition to the 2.5 percent merit pay, the top 15 percent of county employees will receive performance awards “to promote and award exceptional performance.”

The county’s proposed 2022 budget continues to fund healthcare coverage increases for its employees, a benefit to more than 80 percent of county employees. Premium increases were actually lower this year due to a reduction in claims.

Lawson lauded the hard work of county employees

during the pandemic and indicated, despite the challenges, Hanover remains a destination point for perspective employees.

“Hanover County has always had a reputation of being an employer of choice as evidenced by our high performing workforce and survey results,” Lawson said. “We are fortunate to have a loyal workforce who consistently demonstrate consistent customer service to our citizens and those who conduct business here.”

Lawson said the county receives applications from all

areas seeking employment in Hanover County due to that excellent reputation. She noted the quality of the county’s employees allowed the workforce to transition quickly to COVID challenges and maintain county services during a difficult period.

“Their resiliency and dedication are some of the many qualities that make Hanover county a great place to work,” Lawson said.

“I want to remind everyone how this past year has presented numerous challenges from the COVID pandemic to

competing peer market adjustments on a very large scale.

However, our employees have consistently remained dedicated and committed to their jobs as public servants,” she said.

Investing in those employees renews the county’s promise to service excellence.

“This budget demonstrates our appreciation through investments in our workforce,” she said. “We believe by investing in our workforce we will promote our commitment to service…. and demonstrate our greatest asset is truly our workforce.”

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WILLIAM ELROD

ELROD, William “Bill” Patrick, 71, of Henrico, Va., went to be with the Lord Thursday, March 18, 2021.

He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 52 years, Bonnie Elrod; three sons, Bryan (Michelle), Mark (Cathey) and John; seven grandchildren, Joe (Erin), Kristina (Chris), Austin,

Amanda (Nick), Brooke, Brynne and Abigail; five greatgrandchildren, Brody, Logan, Ethan, Carter and Nathan; three brothers, Joe (Sissie), Bob (Carol) and Ricky; a special cousin, David (Darlene); his special friends, Billy, Teresa and Junie; and many other nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Bill treasured the titles of Husband, Father, PaPa, and PopPop; he shared many grand adventures with his children and grandchildren, making beautiful memories for them to cherish forever. He loved to fish, go on cruises and to hunt for civil war relics. He had a huge heart and a welcoming smile, and he will be greatly missed by all who had the honor of knowing him. Bill’s family would like to

offer a special thank you to Dr. Weyman and his team for the care and compassion shown to them during this difficult time.

The family received friends 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 20, 2021 at Monaghan Funeral Home, 7300 Creighton Pkwy., Mechanicsville, Va. 23111, where a memorial service was held at 4 p.m.

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HARDING, Allie H. III, 67, of Mechanicsville, Virginia, passed away on March 15, 2021. He is survived by his sister, Peggy Williams (George); two brothers, Walter Wayne Harding Sr. and Chris Harding (Sharon); nephew, Walter Wayne Harding Jr.; niece, Amber Harding (Silka); and other nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Allie H. Harding Jr. and Estelle B. Harding; and sister-in-law, Tommie D. Harding. He loved bluegrass music, animals and gardening. His family was very grateful for the care he gave their mother until her death. Services will be private.

Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, 11835 Canon Blvd., Suite A 102, Newport News,

HILL, Mark. It is with great sadness that the family of Mark Hill (Edward Mark II) announces his passing after a brief illness on Wednesday, February 10, 2021 at the age of 58 years.

Mark will be lovingly remembered by his sons, Eddie and Christopher Hill; daughter-inlaw, Christine; granddaughters, Natalie Spagnalo and Teagan Hill; sisters, Karen Hill and Denise Fitch (nee Hill); brother-in-law, Gary Fitch; niece, Brittanie Cochran; many family members and friends. Mark was preceded in death by his parents, Edward Mark Hill and Shirley Hill (nee Baldwin). A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, April 17, 2021 at Oaklawn Cemetery, 7225 Eastern Avenue, Baltimore, Md. 21224.

DOUGLAS LEE HORTON

HORTON, Douglas Lee, 71, of Mechanicsville, Va.,

passed away the morning of Sunday, January 17, 2021, at home after a noble battle with cancer. Doug was born in Suffolk, Va., on September 15, 1949 to Eldridge P. Horton and Martha “Gray” Horton.

He graduated from Virginia Tech in 1971. He wed his high school sweetheart, Brenda on August 22, 1971 in Suffolk, Va. They moved to Richmond, where he dedicated 40 years as a civil engineer for the Structure & Bridge Department of VDOT. Doug served faithfully as a member, deacon and beloved Sunday school teacher at Oak Hall Baptist Church.

After retirement, Doug served with Gideon’s preparing their monthly newsletter.

He made homemade cards to give on various occasions.

Doug was preceded in death by his parents; brother, James Horton; and sister-in-law, Sherry Horton. Left to cherish his memory are devoted wife of 49 years, Brenda W. Horton; son, Jason Horton; daughter, Tiffany Hertel and husband, Steven; grandchildren, Haden and Miles Hertel, who always brought a smile to his face. He is also survived by brother, Jerry Horton; sister-in-law, Betty Horton; sister-in-law, Kathy Winslow; brother-in-law, Jay Winslow; uncle, Darrell Lee; cousin, Larry Dilday; and other relatives. The family extends a special thank you to Bon Secours Hospice Care for their care during Doug’s brief illness. Memorial contributions can be made to Gideons International or Oak Hall Baptist Church. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, April 17, 2021, at 11 a.m. at Oak Hall Baptist Church, 1877 Old Hanover Rd., Sandston, Va. 23150.

DOROTHY V. MARTIN

MARTIN, Dorothy V., 96, of Mechanicsville, passed away Wednesday, March 10, 2021. She was the widow of William Earl Martin. Mrs. Martin retired from Duplex Envelope Company. She is survived by a daughter, Barbara Tate; one granddaughter, Jean Greenwood; one greatgranddaughter, Amanda Waddell (Alex); and three great-great-grandchildren, Nicholas, Jemma and Bentley.

The family received friends from 4 to 6 p.m. Monday, March 22, at Affinity Funeral Service Mechanicsville Chapel, 8074 Mechanicsville Trnpk., Mechanicsville, Va. 23111. A graveside service was held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, March 23, at Gethsemane Church of Christ Cemetery in Mechanicsville.

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CAROL OWEN

OWEN, Carol Elizabeth, 83, of Mechanicsville, became see OBITUARIES, pg. 11

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a heavenly angel on March 20, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents, Herald Leon Edds and Nandine Henry Edds. She is survived by her devoted husband of 62 years, Ellwood Leo Owen; a son, Jeffrey Scott Owen (Cathy); granddaughter, Christy Owen; great-grandchildren, Lilly and Evan Harris; daughter, Kimberly Kay Howell (Marc); grandchildren, Zachary (Abigail), Katheryn, Samantha and Lauren Howell; a son, John Eric Owen (Lisa); grandson, Gabriel Owen. Carol was a graduate of Richmond Professional Institute in fashion illustration; a retired artist whose love was in tole painting.

She was a former co-owner of the Christmas Loft. She loved to collect cookbooks, cook and travel (espically cruises).

Her passion was researching family genealogy. The family received friends from 4 to 6 p.m. on Monday, March 22, at the Mechanicsville Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee Davis Rd., where the service was held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 23. Interment was private. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Samaritan’s Purse, P.O. Box 3000, Boone N.C. 28607, or the Gideons International, P.O. Box 193, Mechanicsville Va. 23111. Online condolences may be registered at bennettfuneralhomes.com.

left this life on Wednesday, March 10, 2021. Judy was born on November 12, 1946, in Richmond, Va. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert “Bobby” N. Parker III; and son, Robert “Robby” N. Parker IV. She is survived by her two sons, Christopher Scott Parker (Kim) and Derek Andrew Parker (Karen Long); her grandchildren, Amanda, Cameron, Emma, Madison, and Eden; her great-grandchildren, Brantley and Dawson; her sister, Shirley McGee (Stephen); her brother, George “Chip” E. Toney Jr. (Linda); her uncle, Warren Christian (Janice) and many nieces, nephews, family and friends.

Judy was a longtime resident of Hanover County and Debary, Florida, who enjoyed cooking, fishing and family beach vacations. Her family would like to thank the many family members and friends who have reached out with their condolences and offers of assistance.

A private graveside service will be held. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 530 E. Main St., Suite 200, Richmond, Va. 23219. Online condolences at woodyfuneralhomeatlee.com.

MARGARET PETTIROSSI JUDITH L. PARKER

PARKER, Judith “Judy” L., of Mechanicsville, Va.,

PETTIROSSI, Margaret Stewart, affectionately known as “Bootsie,” donned her wings and was called home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March

9, 2021, at the age of 91. She was preceded in death by her dear friend, Joseph R. Parr; her late husband, Paul Pettirossi; nine of her siblings; and her great-granddaughter, Charlotte Brown. Bootsie was born on May 18, 1929, to the late Jacob and Della Minor Stewart in Nottoway County, Virginia.

She is survived by her children, Paula Brown (Steve), Daniel Pettirossi (Joyce), Vincent Pettirossi (Christy); and her youngest sister, Thelma Lampkin. She was also blessed with five wonderful grandchildren, Holly Brown, Paul Pettirossi, Nick Brown, Justin Pettirossi and Patrick Pettirossi; as well as four greatgrandchildren. Bootsie could always be found with a smile on her face. She loved growing roses and gardening at her homes in Mechanicsville and Tappahannock. She was known for cultivating beautiful floral arrangements that she shared with family, friends and customers of the Stagecoach (Richmond, Ashland and Tappahannock) and Prairie Schooner (Mechanicsville) Restaurants. She enjoyed bringing laughter to those around her, spending time with family, working on puzzles, playing Bingo, completing wordsearches and generally loving life. She spent her later years living with her granddaughter and her granddaughter’s husband throughout Alabama, Michigan and North Carolina.

Those years were filled with lots of adventures (roller coasters, parasailing, kissing dolphins and riding a four-wheeler). Bootsie always enjoyed activities with her friends at Sarah Care and The Retreat.

She enjoyed daily walks, feeding the birds, silver sneakers workouts and a surprise “celebrity” bash for her 90th birthday! This past year she missed her interactions with others, but always looked forward to phone calls, window visits and

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the colorful flower arrangements that seemed to arrive just as she would mention her current ones were fading.

Funeral and viewing are limited to immediate family only, due to these unprecedented times. We appreciate friends and extended family honoring these wishes. In lieu of flowers or gifts, memorial donations may be made to any Hospice/ Palliative Care Organization, a charity of your choice, or, the option Bootsie may have chosen, a rose or flower planted anywhere in her honor for the enjoyment of all, especially Bootsie herself, as she will forever watch over us from the heavens above. Online condolences may be registered at bennettfuneralhomes.com.

VELINA PRICE-WILKERSONGILLISON

PRICE-WILKERSONGILLISON, Velina, 68, of Richmond, departed this life Monday, March 15, 2021.

Arrangements entrusted to March Funeral Home, 2110 E. Laburnum Ave., Richmond, Va. Funeral notice TBD.

VERNA MAE BOYD

BOYD, Verna Mae Talley, peacefully left this earthly life for her Heavenly home March

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15, 2021 at 11:18 p.m. She bravely battled angiosarcoma.

She was born September 9, 1935 to Spencer Lee Talley and Myrtle Silver Kirby Talley, in Mechanicsville on her family’s farm on Talley Farm Road. She was one of nine children. In an era where her family faced many hardships while she grew up on the farm, she persevered through hard work. It made her stronger and wiser.

She graduated from Battlefield Park High School when the school only offered 11 grades.

She was a charter member of the Liberty Christian Church (Compass Christian) when it formed in 1961. The church was her passion. She was involved in the Ladies’ Circle a great deal for most of her adult life. She had a servant’s heart.

Although she couldn’t attend because of health in her later years, she still sent her checks every month to support God’s work. She was dedicated and retired from C&P Telephone Co. after 30 years. She refused to institutionalize her daughter, Robin, born with Down Syndrome, but instead nurtured her until Robin passed away in 1996 at the age of 33.

Verna Mae loved to bake. Her sausage balls were an appetizer to treasure. Many joke about fruitcakes. That’s ONLY because they never had Verna Mae’s fruitcakes. Favorite memories include sharing her cooking skills with her grandchildren, allowing them to lick the bowls, but not allowing them to jump when the cakes were in the oven! As a younger woman, she was always polished and well-dressed. She prayed for her family and God’s work. Verna Mae was a quiet woman, not freely expressing her opinions, though she had many. Her family loved her soft laugh and hearing her say to them, “I love you,” addressing each person specifically by name before they went home.

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at her parent’s home December 3, 1955. They were married for over 58 years until his passing in 2014. She was “Mom” to Gayle B. Alexander (Ray III), Robin C. Boyd (deceased) and Renee B. Owens (Russell L “Rusty” III, deceased). To her grandchildren and greatgrandchildren, she was “Mema.” Her grandchildren are Karen A. Drake (Timothy), Kelly A. Smither (Christopher), Spencer W. Alexander, Britney N. Owens, Brandon R. Owens.

Her great-grandchildren are Clark Eugene Drake, Amos Lee Drake, Larkin Boyd Smither, Lloyd Alexander Smither and Lawson Talley Smither. Gayle was at the home each night after work and on weekends to care for her mom. Sharon Talley Martin, niece, was Verna Mae’s caregiver. Sharon served through rain, snow, heat or any possible hindrance and was always there twice each day.

The family will receive friends at the Mechanicsville Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home, 8014 Lee-Davis Rd., from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, March 19, 2021. A celebration of her life in the Lord was held 11 a.m.

Saturday, March 20, at the Compass Christian Church, Mechanicsville. Interment was held 1 p.m. Monday, March 22, in Signal Hill Memorial Park, Hwy. 301, Hanover, Va. Before she passed, Verna Mae asked that in lieu of flowers donations be made to Compass Christian Church or Hanover ARC.

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Young adults most vulnerable for online scams Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com

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“Fresh Start with Art,” featuring The Lee Artists Association, will set up from noon to 4 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, March 26-27, at the Windemere Art Gallery at 6162 Mechanicsville Tpk. in Mechanicsville. The show will be presented from 2 to 4 p.m. April 10-30.

Susan Singer will be the judge. For more information, call 804-730-0384.

RICHMOND -- Adults aged 18 to 24 reported the highest median losses ($150) and were the highest likelihood for loss (56.6%) in 2020, according to the BBB Scam TrackerSM of the Better Business Bureau.

In recent years, older age groups in general consistently lost higher average dollar amounts to scammers year over year, even while young adults tended to lose money more often. This just completed year, the financial loss reported by those 18-24 was equal to that of adults 65+.

Online scams rise during COVID-19 pandemic: 2020 BBB Scam Tracker Risk Report (BBB.org/ RiskReport), focuses on the impact of scams in the wake of the pandemic and the demographic groups most at risk.

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Deadline nears for entries into Hanover Rotary Club’s essay contest for 5th graders Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com The Rotary Club of Hanover County is sponsoring the seventh annual essay contest for interested fifth grade students in Hanover County.

The topic of this year’s contest is “Rotary’s Four Way Test and What It Means to the Conduct of my Daily Life.”

The Rotary 4-Way Test consists of 24 words that can help us create an attitude and atmosphere in which to better relate, share, and implement ideas.

These four questions encourage us to apply principles of truth, justice and caring regard for our neighbors in our relationships with each other.

The 4-Way Test asks us to consider these four questions when making decisions about what we think, say or do …

1. Is it truth?

2. Is it fair to all concerned?

3. Will it build good will and better friendships?

4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

Eligibility: All fifth-grade students in Hanover County (public, private, and homeschooled students) are eligible to participate.

Essay Length: The essay must not exceed 300 words in length.

Format: It may either be neatly handwritten single-sided on white paper or typed. If typed, use Microsoft Word format either Arial or Times New Roman font; print size 12 point; double spaced; printed on white paper, size 8½x11.

Do not insert graphics, use of bold, italics, or underlining.

Original Work: The essay must be the original work of the student submitting the essay for competition. Team writing and/or the use of work written by other sources, even if footnoted, is not authorized.

Cover Sheet: Participating students must sign the pledge on the Cover Sheet stating that the essay is their original work. This signed Cover Sheet must be submitted and attached (paper clipped or stapled) to the essay.

Libraries: Instructions and Cover Sheet can be found at the Hanover County branches of the see ESSAY, pg. 16

Ethisphere honors HCA Healthcare as a 2021 World’s Most Ethical Company NASHVILLE, Tennessee – HCA Healthcare (NYSE:HCA), one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers, recently announced that it has been recognized for the 11th time by Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices, as one of the 2021 World’s Most Ethical Companies.

HCA Healthcare is one of only seven honorees in the Healthcare Providers category.

“We are honored to again be recognized as a World’s Most Ethical Company and owe it all to our incredible colleagues, especially those working on the front lines,” said Sam Hazen, chief executive officer of HCA Healthcare. “This acknowledgement underscores that, even when faced with a threat to public health and safety like that of a pandemic, we are committed to doing what’s right for our people, our patients, our communities and other stakeholders.”

The COVID-19 pandemic was at the forefront of 2020 and HCA Healthcare responded by protecting its colleagues and patients, and by partnering with others to improve care beyond the organization.

HCA Healthcare has not laid-off a single employee due to the pandemic, and, in April, it instituted a pandemic pay program, which allowed the organization to continue to pay more than 127,000 colleagues, even when their hours were affected by the significant decrease in patients visiting hospitals across the country.

Additionally, HCA Healthcare hospitals do not bill patients who are diagnosed with COVID-19, whether they have insurance or not, for testing or hospital care related to the treatment of COVID-19.

As a learning health system, HCA Healthcare analyzes data from its approximately 35 million patient encounters each year to develop best practices that improve patient care. To help combat COVID-19, the health system teamed up with Google and SADA on a data portal to help communities prepare and respond to COVID19, offered more than $1 million to local community partners to aid in coronavirus

relief efforts and participated in the White House collaborative to provide up to 1,000 ventilators to other health systems.

“The world has faced tremendous obstacles this past year, but we are proud to be recognized for the positive impact we are having in the communities that we serve,” said Kathi Whalen, senior vice president and chief ethics and compliance officer at HCA Healthcare. “During these challenging times, our colleagues have shown an unwavering commitment to doing what is right.”

In 2020, HCA Healthcare donated more than $45 million to community organizations and provided charity care, uninsured discounts and other uncompensated care at a cost of $3.4 billion.

Last year, HCA Healthcare colleagues spent more than 83,000 hours volunteering in the communities they serve.

As part of its sustainability plan, HCA Healthcare seeks to protect and preserve the environment inside and outside of its facilities by encouraging the reduction of energy usage throughout its facilities and considering the environment in all new construction and renovation projects.

In 2020, HCA Healthcare hospitals across the country were honored with 60 national Practice Greenhealth awards for their steadfast sustainability efforts.

Recognition by Ethisphere is in part affirmation of HCA Healthcare’s commitment to fostering a culture of diversity and belief that excellence in healthcare starts with a foundation of inclusion, compassion and respect.

HCA Healthcare continues to deliver on this promise exemplified in recent diversity and inclusion efforts, including its award-winning BRAVE Conversations program, which provides colleagues an opportunity to discuss complex topics in a safe and respectful setting.

HCA Healthcare also announced a $10 million investment over the next three years in Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HCBUs) and Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs).

Additionally, in response to a heightened focus on racial injustice, HCA Healthcare instituted a provisional social justice match, which supported gifts from colleagues to organizations and nonprofits supporting racial justice and addressing health equity for communities of color. In total, HCA Healthcare and its colleagues helped make an impact of $227,364 across 21 total organizations from June 5 to July 31, 2020.

“While addressing the tough challenges of 2020, HCA Healthcare led through resilience and a commitment to ethics and integrity,” said Ethisphere CEO Timothy Erblich. “The World’s Most Ethical Companies honorees continue to demonstrate an unwavering commitment to the highest values and positively impacting the communities they serve. Congratulations to everyone at HCA Healthcare for earning the World’s Most Ethical Companies designation.”

In 2021, Ethisphere recognized 135 honorees spanning 22 countries and 47 industries. The full list of the 2021 World’s Most Ethical Companies can be found at https://worldsmostethicalcompanies.com/ honorees.

About HCA Healthcare Nashville-based HCA Healthcare is one of the nation’s leading providers of healthcare services comprising more than 2,000 sites of care, including 185 hospitals, surgery centers, freestanding ERs, urgent care centers, and physician clinics, in 20 states and the United Kingdom. With its founding in 1968, HCA Healthcare created a new model for hospital care in the United States, using combined resources to strengthen hospitals, deliver patientfocused care and improve the practice of medicine. HCA Healthcare has conducted a number of clinical studies, including one that demonstrated that full-term delivery is healthier than early elective delivery of babies and another that identified a clinical protocol that can reduce bloodstream infections in ICU patients by 44 percent.

HCA Healthcare is a learning health system that uses its more than 35 million annual patient encounters to advance science, improve patient care and save lives.

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Official Call for Election of Delegates to State Convention issued Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com The chairman of the Hanover Republican Committee of the Republican Party of Virginia has issued an Official Call for the Election of Delegates to the State Convention.

She said, “As and pursuant to the Plan of Organization and as recommended by the Committee, I, Dale Alderman, do hereby issue this call to elect delegates to the May 8, 2021, State Convention at which candidates for Governor, Lieutenant Governor, and Attorney General will be selected between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.”

Qualifications for Participation All legal and qualified voters of Hanover County under the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia, regardless of race, religion, national origin or sex, who are in accord with the principles of the Republican Party and who, if requested, express in open meeting either orally or in writing as may be required, their intent to

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information, or if you have a special physical or communication need, contact ask@ pamunkeylibrary.org.

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support all of its nominees for public office in the ensuing election, may participate as members of the Republican Party of Virginia in its mass meetings, party canvasses, conventions or primaries encompassing their respective election districts.

Filing Requirements Those wishing to serve as delegates to the State Convention shall file the form available at hanovergop.com, which must be received no later than 5 p.m. April 15.

Forms may be submitted by: (Mail to Treasurer, 6174 Fire Ln, Mechanicsville, VA 23116) (In Person to Shari Yorke at 804-363-2709) (By E-mail to newsletter@hanovergop.com) Pursuant to Art. VII and Art. XII of the Party Plan, all individuals who qualify under Art. I will be declared elected and no mass meeting, party canvass or convention will be held to elect delegates.

stay in touch with family and friends or explore the world around you? Join in for a weekly detailed, step-by-step presentations about what each platform is, how to make an account, basic tips on how to use it, and more. Starting March 4, go to https://www. youtube.com/user/pamunkeylibrary or https://tinyurl.com/ prladults to see the videos.

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Storytime for Grownups -- Premieres Wednesday, March 10. Storytime is not just for kids! If you like to be read to, join in for a reading of "Galapago" from the collection Sabrina & Corina by Kali Fajardo-Anstine, a finalist for the 2019 National Book Award. Starting March 10, go to https://www.youtube.

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to the State Convention.

Military Provision Any Military Member who is otherwise qualified under Article I to participate in Republican Party actions and who complies with the procedures to become a delegate to the Convention, and who produces valid military identification or other proof of active-duty status shall be certified as a delegate and shall not be required to be elected as a delegate.

Military Members who are certified as delegates pursuant to the preceding paragraph that are unable to attend the convention in person due to obligations of their official military orders, shall have their votes cast within their unit delegation. Military Member ballots shall be made available by the RPV Chairman or his designee at least twenty (20) days prior to the convention (April 18). Ballots must be received by the Chairman no later than 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 5.

Registration Fee There will be no registration fee to a delegate com/user/pamunkeylibrary or https://tinyurl.com/prladults to see the video. For more information, or if you have a special physical or communication need, contact ask@ pamunkeylibrary.org.

Edible Gardening -Premieres Wednesday, March 17, for ages 3 and up with an adult. Enjoy a reading of the book Bunny Built by Michael Slack and learn how to make an edible garden. Go to https:// pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/ event/7535717 for a list of supplies. Starting March 17, go to https://www.youtube. com/user/pamunkeylibrary or https://tinyurl.com/prlchildrens to see the video. For more information, or if you have a special physical or communication need, contact ask@ pamunkeylibrary.org.

Poetry Break -- Premieres Wednesday, March 17. Take a break and visit the library’s YouTube channel at www. youtube.com/user/pamunkeylibrary or https://tinyurl. com/prladults starting March

Publication This call will be published at hanovergop. com and rpv.org. The Unit Committee has eliminated the requirement to publish this call in a newspaper of general circulation by a twothirds vote.

The Purpose of the Hanover County Republican Committee 1. Promote and promulgate the principles of the Republican Party 2. Seek out and encourage qualified candidates to run for public office 3. Elect Republican candidates to public office 4. Assist generally the citizens composing the districts served by the County Committee 5. Assist elected Republican officials in the execution of their responsibilities

17 for monthly poems to uplift and inspire you. This month’s theme is “Contrasting Perspectives/Forces.” For more information, or if you have a special physical or communication need, contact ask@ pamunkeylibrary.org.

Cooking Class: Global Feast -- Premieres Thursday, March 25, for ages 12 and up with an adult. Celebrate International Waffle Day by learning to make Belgian waffles! Find your ingredient and tools list at https:// pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/ event/7535923. Starting March 25, go to https://www.youtube. com/user/pamunkeylibrary or https://tinyurl.com/prlteens to see the video. For more information, or if you have a special physical or communication need, contact ask@pamunkeylibrary.org.

Take & Makes Poetry Contest -- March 15-April 9. Enter at https:// tinyurl.com/prlpoetrycontest. Categories for all ages!

Winning poems will be read on “Poetry Break with Elizabeth,” premiering April 21 on our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube. com/user/pamunkeylibrary.

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How to Make Paper Flowers -- Premiere and pickup starting at 10 a.m. on Monday, March 29, for ages 12 and up with an adult. Learn how to make a variety of paper flowers and how to display them this spring. Kit materials may be picked up at the Upper King William Branch, while supplies last. Go to https:// pamunkeylibrary.libcal.com/ event/7536814 for templates and a supply list if you can’t get a kit. For more information, or if you have a special physical or communication need, contact ask@pamunkeylibrary.org.

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By Melody Kinser Managing Editor ASHLAND -- In their ongoing efforts to help residents and businesses trying to recoup economically due to the COVID-19 pandemic, members of Ashland Town Council unanimously approved an amnesty period for penalty and interest applied to delinquent real estate, personal property, business license, meals, and lodging taxes.

Action was taken during last Tuesday’s regular council meeting on the one-time benefit to delinquent taxpayers, which waives penalty and interest on payments made between Tuesday, March 16, and Saturday, May 1.

Payment plans made after May 1 will not receive a waiver of penalty and interest. After May 1, any outstanding penalty and interest will be reapplied and collected GOLDSBOROUGH vigorously.

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Finance Director Charles Goldsborough brought the ordinance proposals before council.

Public hearings were conducted on each, with Mayor Steve Trivett opening each for comment.

Ordinance No. 2021-04 amends the town code by reducing the penalty and interest for late remittances of food and beverage taxes and transient occupancy taxes to zero from Jan. 7, 2016, until May 1, 2021.

It also reads that “Any person who fails or refuses to remit to the Director of Finance transient occupancy taxes first required to be remitted on or between January 15, 2016, and May 1, 24 2021, will be assessed a penalty of zero percent for failing or refusing to remit the taxes, so long as the remittances are made on or before May 1, 2021. All other requirements regarding transient occupancy taxes shall remain in force, including but not limited to the requirements for recordkeeping and for timely filing of reports of such taxes collected. After May 1, 2021, any person who has failed or refused to remit such taxes will be assessed a penalty in the amount of ten

percent (10%) of the tax past due. Any such penalty, when assessed, will become part of the tax.”

According to Goldsborough, there will be assessed interest at a rate of zero percent per year between Jan. 15, 2016, and May 1, 2021, and 10 percent per year thereafter, on past due transient occupancy taxes that were first due on or between Jan. 15, 2016, and May 1, 2021.

Failure or refusal “to remit to the director of Finance food and beverage taxes first required to be remitted on or between Jan. 15, 2016, and May 1, 40 2021, will be assessed a penalty of zero percent for failing or refusing to remit the taxes, so long as the remittances are made on or before May 1, 2021. All other requirements regarding food and beverage taxes shall remain in force, including but not limited to the requirements for recordkeeping and for timely filing of reports of such taxes collected. After May 1, 2021, any person who has failed or refused to remit such taxes will be assessed a penalty in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the tax past due. Any such penalty, when assessed, will become part of the tax.”

The ordinance, which notes an assessed interest at a rate of zero percent per year 48 between Jan. 15, 2016, and May 1, 2021, and 10% per year thereafter, on past due food and beverage taxes that were first due on or between Jan. 15, 2016, and May 1, 2021.

It took effect upon adoption, and the reduction in penalties and interest contained in the ordinance are retroactive to Jan. 15, 2016.

“Nothing in this ordinance shall be construed to require a refund for penalty and interest that have been paid on or before March 15, 2021,” Goldsborough added.

The other ordinance works within the time frame of Jan. 15, 2016, to May 1, 2021, and read like Ordinance No. 2021-04 in that remittances and assessments that were first required to be remitted on or before Jan. 15, 2016, and May 1, 2021, will be assessed a penalty of zero percent for failing or refusing to remit the taxes, so long as the remittances are made to the director of Finance on or before May 1, 2021. They also went into effect upon adoption.

Ordinance No. 2021-05 is an uncodified ordinance that amends the town code by reducing the penalty and interest for late remittances of Business, Professional and Occupational License (BPOL) taxes to zero from Jan. 15, 2016, to May 1, 2021.

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BREAKING NEWS: Millions of Americans take the supplement CoQ10. It’s the “jet fuel” that supercharges your cells’ power generators, known as mitochondria.

As you age, your mitochondria begin to die. In fact, by age 67, you lose 80% of the mitochondria you had at age 25.1 But if you’re taking CoQ10, there’s something important you should know.

As powerful as CoQ10 is, there is a critical thing it fails to do. It can’t create new mitochondria in your cells.

Taking CoQ10 is not enough “There’s a little-known NASA nutrient that multiplies the number of new power generators in your cells by up to 55%,” says Dr. Al Sears, owner of the Sears Institute for Anti-Aging Medicine in Royal Palm Beach, Florida.

“Science once thought this was impossible. But now you can make your heart, brain and body young again.”

“I tell my patients the most important thing I can do is increase their ‘health span.’ This is the length of time you can live free of disease and with all your youthful abilities and faculties intact.”

Medical first: Multiply the “power generators” in your cells Al Sears, M.D., recently released an energy-boosting supplement based on this NASA nutrient that has become so popular, he’s having trouble keeping it in stock.

Dr. Sears is the author of over 500 scientific papers on antiaging and recently spoke at the WPBF 25 Health & Wellness Festival featuring Dr. Oz and special guest Suzanne Somers.

Thousands of people listened to Dr. Sears speak on his anti-aging breakthroughs and attended his book signing at the event.

Now, Dr. Sears has come up with what his peers consider his greatest contribution to anti-aging medicine yet — a newly discovered nutrient that multiplies the number of tiny, energy-producing “engines” located inside the body’s cells, shattering the limitations of traditional CoQ10 supplements.

Why mitochondria matter A single cell in your body can contain between 200 to 2,000 mitochondria, with the largest number found in the most metabolically active cells, like those in your brain, heart and skeletal muscles.

But because of changes in cells, stress and poor diet, most people’s power generators begin

If your bottle of CoQ10 does not have this NASA nutrient in it, then you are NOT getting the full benefits of CoQ10 to malfunction and die off as they age. In fact, the Mitochondria Research Society reports 50 million U.S. adults are suffering from health problems because of mitochondrial dysfunction.

Common ailments often associated with aging — such as memory problems, heart issues, blood sugar concerns and vision and hearing difficulties — can all be connected to a decrease in mitochondria.

Birth of new mitochondria Dr. Sears and his researchers combined the most powerful form of CoQ10 available — called ubiquinol — with a unique, newly discovered natural compound called PQQ that has the remarkable ability to grow new mitochondria. Together, the two powerhouses are now available in a supplement called Ultra Accel II. Discovered by a NASA probe in space dust, PQQ (Pyrroloquinoline quinone) stimulates something called “mitochondrial biogenesis” — a unique process that actually boosts the number of healthy mitochondria in your cells.

In a study published in the Journal of Nutrition, mice fed PQQ grew a staggering number of new mitochondria, showing an increase of more than 55% in just eight weeks.

The mice with the strongest mitochondria showed no signs of aging — even when they were the equivalent of 80 years old.

Science stands behind the power of PQQ Biochemical Pharmacology reports that PQQ is up to 5,000 times more efficient in sustaining energy production than common antioxidants.

“Imagine 5,000 times more efficient energy,” says Dr. Sears.

“PQQ has been a game changer for my patients.”

“With the PQQ in Ultra Accel, I have energy I never thought possible,” says Colleen R., one of Dr. Sears’ patients. “I am in my 70s but feel 40 again. I think

clearer, move with real energy and sleep like a baby.”

It works right away Along with an abundance of newfound energy, users also report a sharper, more focused mind and memory, and even younger-looking skin and hair.

Jerry M. from Wellington, Florida, used Ultra Accel and was amazed at the effect.

“I noticed a difference within a few days,” says Jerry. “My endurance almost doubled. But it’s not just in your body. You can feel it mentally, too,” says Jerry.

“Not only do I feel a difference, but the way it protects my cells is great insurance against a health disaster as I get older.”

Increase your health span today The demand for this supplement is so high, Dr. Sears is having trouble keeping it in stock. “My patients tell me they feel better than they have in years. This is ideal for people who are feeling or looking older than their age… or for those who are tired or growing more forgetful.”

“My favorite part of practicing anti-aging medicine is watching my patients get the joy back in their lives. Ultra Accel sends a wake-up call to every cell in their bodies… and they actually feel young again.”

Where to nd Ultra Accel II Right now, the only way to get this potent combination of PQQ and super-powered CoQ10 is with Dr. Sears’ breakthrough Ultra Accel II formula.

To secure bottles of this hot, new supplement, buyers should contact the Sears Health Hotline at 1-800-778-1879 within the next 48 hours. “It takes time to get bottles shipped out to drug stores,” said Dr. Sears. “The Hotline allows us to ship the product directly to the customer.”

Dr. Sears feels so strongly about this product, he offers a 100%, money-back guarantee on every order. “Just send me back the bottle and any unused product within 90 days, and I’ll send you your money back,” said Dr. Sears.

The Hotline will be taking orders for the next 48 hours.

After that, the phone number will be shut down to allow them to restock.

Call 1-800-778-1879 to secure your limited supply of Ultra Accel II. You don’t need a prescription, and those who call in the first 24 hours qualify for a significant discount. To take advantage of this great offer use Promo Code NP0321UA195 when you call in.

THESE STATEMENTS HAVE NOT BEEN EVALUATED BY THE FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION. THIS PRODUCT IS NOT INTENDED TO DIAGNOSE, TREAT, CURE OR PREVENT ANY DISEASE. RESULTS MAY VARY.

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E-waste, household hazardous waste recycling events scheduled HANOVER -- On Saturday, April 17, Hanover County will host an e-waste recycling event at the Mechanicsville Solid Waste Convenience Center at 7427 Verdi Lane. The event will be held from 8 a.m. to noon.

Flat screen monitors will cost $6 per unit to recycle and flat screen televisions will cost $14 per unit. CRT (old convex style) monitors or televisions will not be accepted.

Computers, tablets and cells phones will be accepted and shredded (hard drive only for computers) at the event for a $5 charge.

Printers under 25 pounds will cost $2 per unit to recycle and those over 25 pounds will cost $5 per unit.

You will be able to pay with checks, cash and credit/debit cards.

All other electrical items (anything with a plug except appliances that contain Freon), including microwaves, will be accepted without charge.

All items with plugs will be recycled.

In addition, rechargeable batteries will be

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ed the highest probability of financial loss in 2020. This is likely connected to consumer habit shifts since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.

In a survey of over 5,000 individuals that reported scams to BBB Scam TrackerSM (BBB.org/ScamTracker) in 2020, 43.1% said they spent more time online due to the pandemic, and 57.1% said they purchased more online because of the pandemic.

“It’s no surprise scammers will take advantage of anyone at any time, more especially the most vulnerable among us -- seniors and elderly, the very young, and now you can also add

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accepted for recycling at this event. Be aware that these batteries can pose a fire hazard.

Hanover County solid waste facilities have experienced numerous fires related to rechargeable batteries.

Alkaline batteries or smoke detectors will not be accepted.

There are some special requirements for residents participating in this event: z All residents must wear masks. z All residents must stay in their vehicles. z Material being dropped off must be in the trunk, far rear of SUV/Van or bed of pick-up truck (furthest point from resident).

The contractor will remove e-waste from vehicles.

This event is for Hanover County residents only (ID required).

No business-generated material will be accepted.

Call the Hanover County Department of Public Works at 804-365-6181 with any questions.

young adults to those especially being ripped off,” said Barry N. Moore, president & CEO of BBB serving Central Virginia.

“Scammers never take a day off, and neither can consumers in protecting themselves.”

According to Melissa Lanning Trumpower, executive director of the BBB Institute for Marketplace Trust, which is BBB’s educational foundation, it was unsurprising that scams perpetrated online through websites and social media apps were the riskiest contact methods for all age groups in 2020.

The risk of financial loss also rose significantly in 2020.

Nearly one of every two reports to BBB Scam Tracker (46.7%) noted a financial loss, with two-thirds of reports (64.7%) resulting in financial loss being

online purchase scams, which was the top riskiest scam in 2020.

Online purchase scams were the most common scam reported to BBB, comprising 38.3% of all scam reports. Pet and PPE-related online purchase scams spiked during the pandemic.

A way scammers take advantage of younger adults in particular is by utilizing a payment method less familiar to younger generations: checks.

Fake check scams were the second most risky scam for adults ages 18 to 24 in a year where payment via online payment systems rose across all age groups.

Fake check scams yielded one of the highest median dollar losses per encounter at

Wickham Jones/ Montpelier and Cochrane Rockville Branch), on the Hanover Rotary website www.hanoverrotary.org or by e-mailing HRCEssayContest@gmail. com.

Deadline: All entries must be postmarked or e-mailed by Wednesday, March 31.

Prize: Essays will be judged on content, organization and style. The first place winner will receive $100; second place

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HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE AND SHRED PERSONAL INFORMATION OR DOCUMENTS During a special recycling event at the Mechanicsville Trash and Recycling Center on Saturday, April 24, Hanover County residents can bring household hazardous waste free recycling and personal information or documents to be shredded from 8 a.m. until noon.

For liquids, aerosols and solids, which are classified as household hazardous wastes, there will be no charge but a 5-gallon limit. These are based on container size.

Examples of materials accepted include oil based paints, flammables, organic liquids, aerosols, oxidizers pesticides, herbicides and corrosive liquids and solids including: pool, hot tub and spa chemicals, household cleaners, muriatic acid, acetic acid, drain openers, oven cleaners, grease and rust removers, glues, mold and mildew removers, art and hobby supplies and photographic chemicals.

Mercury thermometers and switches also $1,679 in 2020.

“Scams aren’t just a drain to people’s wallets,” Trumpower noted. “In our annual study of individuals that reported a scam to BBB Scam Tracker, a majority reported losing time and confidence or peace of mind in the marketplace, with over one-third also losing personally identifiable information in the encounter. We share these insights to help fight fraud and promote a trustworthy marketplace for all.”

will be accepted.

No batteries, tube fluorescent light bulbs, explosives or radioactive materials will be accepted.

Up to four boxes (10” by 12” by 18”), paper bags or equal of documents also will be accepted for shredding.

This event is for Hanover County residents only (ID required). No businesses will be permitted. No out-of-county materials will be accepted.

There are some special requirements for residents participating in this event: z All residents must wear masks. z All residents must stay in their vehicles. z Material being dropped off must be in the trunk, far rear of SUV/Van or bed of pick-up truck (furthest point from resident).

The Mechanicsville Trash and Recycling Center is located at 7427 Verdi Lane.

Information submitted by Tom Harris, Hanover County public information officer.

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will receive $75; third place will receive $50. Essays will not be returned. Only one essay per student.

Submissions: By Mail: Hanover Rotary Club, PO Box 6451, Ashland VA 23005.

Essays will not be returned.

New: Essays may be sent electronically.

Upload to http://bit.ly/ HRCEssayContest2021or emailed to HRCEssayContest@gmail.

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Document must include the cover sheet and essay in one document, be saved in Word format, filename should be student’s first and last name.

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2021 IB Exams must be taken in person from April 29-May 21 ASHLAND -- The 2021 International Baccalaureate Exams will be administered from April 29-May 21 using a written format.

The International Baccalaureate (IB) is requiring all exams to be taken in person.

The 2021 IB Exams cover the full scope of the course.

In-person students will take the exam at their home school (or home school’s designated site).

Online students will also take the exam at their home school (or home school’s designated site). Students who are unable to test in

person should reach out to their IB coordinator

by Friday, April 16.

Before making a final decision on taking the exam, it is important to review the opportunities that a qualifying International Baccalaureate exam score provides to students as they plan for their education after high school.

“We encourage you to review the resources provided by the International Baccalaureate as well as any information provided by the colleges and universities you are applying to when making a decision regarding the IB exams,” Andrea Herndon, coordinator of

Shiver in the River being held statewide through March 31 Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com RICHMOND – Keep Virginia Beautiful (KVB) has opened registration for Shiver in Virginia, a reimagined version of its annual Shiver in the River festival that has been KVB’s largest annual fundraiser since 2015.

This year’s initiative is designed to be COVID-19 safe and give people more choice in how they can contribute to the beautification of their communities. Shiver in Virginia runs through Wednesday, March 31.

“We’re taking Shiver in the River statewide this year,” said Mike Baum, executive director of Keep Virginia Beautiful. “We want people to be proud of their communities and the challenge is all about getting outside and making a difference – and influencing others to do the same, at a safe social distance.”

Participants engage in activities, including litter cleanups, recycling,

trail cleaning, graffiti removal and other good deeds.

For a small and impactful donation of $20.21, participants will receive a free Virginia State Parks parking pass, with no expiration date.

Participants also will have access to the KVB Mission Challenge website, where they can map the collective progress on the 2,021mile path across the state.

With each act reported, participants will be entered into drawings for additional prizes.

Keep Virginia Beautiful is challenging participants to share their photos, contributions and successes with others on social media. Help spread the word using the hashtag #shiverinvirginia. ***** The mission at Keep Virginia Beautiful is to engage and unite Virginians to improve our natural and scenic environment. We believe in a shared responsibility to end littering, improve recycling, and beautify communities.

Gifted Education & Advanced Studies, K-12, said.”

Students also may reach out to your IB coordinator for additional information: Atlee High School: Wendy Edelman, wedelman@hcps.us Hanover High School: Jessica Orth, jorth@hcps.us Mechanicsville High School: Lesa Berlinghoff, lberlinghoff@hcps.us Patrick Henry High School: Megan Lindemann, mlindemann@hcps.us

Hanover County Online School:

Contact your home school IB coordinator “As we get closer to the testing dates and have more specific information to share about each test, we will reach out again with updates and the specific schedule, location, and times of exams,” Herndon said.

“Please consult with your teacher or reach out to your counselor if you have any questions about a particular test or other logistical considerations,” she added.

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

BCMS principal honors key staff

Photos submitted by Dr. Quentin L. Ballard

The Support Employee of the Year, Beginning Teacher of the Year, and Teacher of the Year for Bell Creek Middle School have been announced by Dr. Quentin L. Ballard, principal. They are, from left, Ronald Abernathy, Technical System operator, Support Employee; Corey L. Martin, band director; and Stacie C. Taylor, Instructional Technology Resource teacher, Teacher of the Year. “Congratulations to Mr. Abernathy, Mr. Martin, and Mrs. Taylor! Thank you for your selfless service to our students, school, and community. We are so fortunate to have you on Team BCMS!” Dr. Ballard said.

FeedMore Mobile Food Pantry set for First Shiloh visits

Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com MECHANICSVILLE -- The FeedMore Mobile Food Pantry will be distributing food from 10 to 11

a.m. on the fourth Monday of the month at the First Shiloh Baptist Church at 8150 Walnut Grove Rd. in Mechanicsville.

For more information, contact Heather at hshaheen96@gmail.com.

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April programs at Scotchtown spotlight textiles, raw wool Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com BEAVERDAM -- Have you ever been curious about how cloth was made in the 18th century or how they achieved the beautiful reds, blues and yellows we often see in period paintings and portraits?

Every Saturday next month, Preservation Virginia will explore the process of producing textiles from raw wool at Patrick Henry’s Scotchtown, which is located at 16120 Chiswell Lane in Beaverdam.

The programs will vary throughout the month, but

Photos courtesy of Preservation Virginia

The production of textiles and raw will be addressed every Saturday in April at Scotchtown, Patrick Henry’s home in Beaverdam.

each Saturday will feature a special family-friendly pro-

gram with hands-on activities, demonstrations and more.

The first Saturday will include a shearing demonstra-

tion by Delly’s Delights Farms, a local source for hand-dyed yarns and much more.

The last three Saturdays will feature Clotho’s Handspinners on-site to demonstrate natural dyeing, spinning and other techniques used in the 18th century. Clotho’s, an educational non-profit organization located in Richmond, promotes handspinning through education and demonstration, to preserve our cultural heritage and promote its future in Central Virginia, as well as to provide opportunity to its members to share and understand techniques, knowledge,

and love of the craft.

Grounds-only self-guided cell tours and the fiber program is $5 per person or $10 per car/family.

If you wish to take the guided house tour, the tour and fiber program are both included at $8 for students, $9 for senior/ AAA/military, and $10 general admission. Preservation Virginia members are admitted free of charge.

For more information, call 804-227-3500 or visit https:// preser vationvirginia.org/ historic-sites/patrick-henrysscotchtown for a listing of each day’s events and times.

Ashland helps Helen Gilliam celebrate 104th birthday (Editor’s note: The following was submitted by Sue Watson, one of the Town of Ashland’s most avid “cheerleaders”. She joined last week in celebrating Helen Gilliam’s 104th birthday.)

ASHLAND -- On March 17, Helen Gilliam’s 104th birthday was celebrated by her loving family. They were joined by Gandy Elementary School children, Hanover County Public Schools Superintendent Mike Gill, Ashland representative on the Hanover County Board of Supervisors Faye Prichard, Ashland Mayor Steve Trivett, Vice Mayor John Hodges, members of the Ashland Police Department, and a few friends and neighbors.

The crowd gathered in a socially- distanced fashion outside of the Gilliam home to enjoy the brief celebration.

Several weeks ago, Alma Nelson, Mrs. Gilliam’s daughter, told her friend and neighbor, Emily Lee, that the family would like to celebrate

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this big birthday in a way that was appropriate and safe for their mother and grandmother.

Emily talked with Lorie Foley and me about how to make this happen. Gill said they would like to be a part of this birthday for their neighbor.

Personnel with HCPS were leaders in making this big birthday one that will be remembered and valued by everyone who was there.

Before the big day, many birthday cards arrived at the Berkley Street house that is directly across from the entrance to HCPS’ Central Office.

Balloons and posters set the stage for the noon gathering.

The Ashland police blocked off the street for the ceremony.

Gandy principal Leigh Finch and Gandy music teacher Megan Standlick and five Gandy student house leaders -- Ansley, Ellie, Gabe, Nathaly, and Noadiah -- made the short walk across their campus to lead the singing of “Happy

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Birthday,” while holding Happy Birthday cards made by Gandy art students.

Mayor Trivett brought birthday greetings from all of Ashland.

Then Gill brought neighborly birthday greetings from all of Hanover’s schools and people.

After presenting Mrs. Gilliam with a bouquet of flowers and a birthday cake, the Gandy students sang “Happy Birthday.” Then the whole crowd joined those singers with another energetic version of “Happy Birthday.”

Even though the ceremony was short, it was obviously filled with spirit and love.

People in the neighborhood who joined the gathering, family members, and community leaders were obviously glad and excited to be a part of such a positive community event — one that reflected the contagious energy and joy of the honoree and her family.

Mrs. Gilliam and her family’s big day continued after the community

gathering dispersed.

Governor Ralph Northam called to wish her a “Happy Birthday” later in the day. Alma Nelson, Mrs. Gilliam’s daughter who lives with her, said that her mother had a lively and pleasant conversation with the Governor.

And to top off the ceremony, the people at the Ashland Chick-fil-A brought over birthday cards and 104 chicken nuggets for a birthday afternoon treat.

In a conversation the day after the birthday, Emily Lee said that everyone who participated in this party felt blessed just as she feels blessed to have known Mrs. Gilliam for so many years.

As Mrs. Gilliam has been blessed with her 104 years of living, the Ashland/Hanover world has been blessed with an event that holds up to its people the values of being neighborly, of sharing time, resources, and talents with other people, and thus contributing positively to the world.

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Helen Gilliam was the Town of Ashland’s honoree last Wednesday when council members, community and business leaders, and Hanover County Public Schools representatives helped her celebrate her 104th birthday with her family. She lives across the street from the HCPS Central Office on Berkley Street.

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Brittany Dunn to become bride of Robert Chrisco

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Shelley and Diane Dunn of Mechanicsville, VA are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter, Brittany Nicole Dunn, to Robert Daniel Chrisco, son of Frank Chrisco and the late Jean Chrisco of Broken Arrow, OK.

ASHLAND -- The next Hanover Human Services Network Meeting will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. on Thursday, April 1, via Webex. Lisa Adkins, MSW, administrator,

An Easter Egg Hunt will begin at 10 a.m. at the Black Creek Baptist Church at 6289 McClellan Rd. in Mechanicsville. The event will feature snacks, crafts, and fun for all ages. For more information, call 804-781-0330.

The Highland Springs High School Class of 1970 has had to postpone its 50th reunion again. This will be the last cancellation. “If we are unable to have the event on the new date, we will cancel and the caterer has agreed to refund our deposit,” William Brooks said. “We will then either donate the remaining proceeds to the new school or refund the money to you after expenses.” The new date is Saturday, Oct. 9, at the Hill Building at Sandston Pool at 501 Beulah Rd. in Sandston. Music will be presented by DJ Dalton Beagle. Dinner, drinks and dessert will be provided by Champagne Taste Catering. Bring your own mixers and alcohol. Small coolers are welcome. The doors will open at 4 p.m.; cocktails at 5 p.m.; dinner at 6 p.m.; and good night and cleanup at 10 p.m. The cost is still $45 per person. No tickets will be sold at the door. For invitations, or more information, contact Bill Brooks at 1970HSHS@gmail.com.

Ongoing ROBERT CHRISCO and BRITTANY DUNN to be united in marriage in September 2021

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Saturday, April 3

Saturday, Oct. 9 Rescheduled

Brittany graduated from Lee Davis High School and is The Owner of Bubble-Kini Boutique, Bedlam Bar-tique and Okie Outdoors in Broken Arrow, OK. Robert graduated from Broken Arrow High School and is The Owner of Process Manufacturing Oil Field Equipment Supplier in Tulsa, OK. The wedding is planned for September 2021 in Myrtle Beach, SC.

Fax submissions to calendar to 344-8746, email to mkinser@mechlocal.com, or mail to 8460 Times-Dispatch Blvd., Mechanicsville VA 23116. Deadline is 1 p.m. Thursday for the following week’s issue. Calendar announcements cannot be taken by phone. We reserve the right to edit all items submitted to The Mechanicsville Local.

Hanover County Department of Community Resources, said, “This is your opportunity to ‘meet’ other service providers and learn more about available resources for Hanover residents.”

Each participant will have an opportunity to share their program updates, upcoming

events and outreach needs.

Those wishing to take part are urged to register by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, March 30. The Webex invitation will be sent after the registration is closed.

For more information, call 804-365-4302 or visit www.

HanoverVolunteers.org.

Mechanicsville Churches Emergency Functions One Stop Shop (MCEF OSS) is open for food, clothing and linens from 9:30 to 11 a.m. on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday and from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday at 7235 Stonewall Parkway in Mechanicsville (rear parking lot).

The shop is available for residents in the 23111 and 23116 zip codes with identification and proof of residency.

Overcomers Outreach and Women’s Codependency, a Christ-centered anonymous support program offering hope and healing for recovering alcoholics, addicts and their families meet every Monday at 7 p.m. at the Mechanicsville Christian Center at 8061 Shady Grove Road in Mechanicsville. For more information, call 804-366-9645 or email kjfaith1@ gmail.com.

Saturdays Trinity Lutheran Church, Ashland Campus, located at 11515 Ashcake Road in Ashland two miles west of U.S. 1, holds it church service at 5 p.m. with Pastor Nycholas Greig. For more information, visit www.trinityrichmond.net or call 804-270-9626.

Sundays All Souls Episcopal Church celebrates Holy Eucharist Rite II at 9:15 a.m. at Messiah Lutheran Church at 8154 Atlee Rd. in Mechanicsville. A nursery will be available for infants and toddlers.

Katherine G. Dougherty is the Deacon in charge of All Souls. For more information, visit www. allsoulsva.org.

A Healing and Recovery SS Class meets at 9 a.m. at the Walnut Grove Baptist Church at 7046 Cold Harbor Rd. in Mechanicsville. The class is for adults 18 and over and is an extension of the NorthStar community that also meets at 6 p.m.

Fridays at the church. The Christian 12 Steps and Biblical wisdom are the basis of study and discussion to learn about God’s place in our lives. All are welcome. For more information, call 804-746-5081 or contact Craig Simpson at craigwgbc@gmail.com.

Outside the Walls, a Narcotics Anonymous group, meets from 6 to 7 p.m. in the lobby of the Pamunkey Regional Jail at 7240 Courtland Farm Rd. in Hanover. For more information, contact John Shinholser, McShin president, at 804-2491845. The website is http://www.mcshin.org.

Tuesdays A Commanders coffee is held from 10 to 11 a.m. at American Legion Post 90 at 17662 Beaver Dam Rd. in Beaverdam to discuss issues of interest/befits of the American Legion. There also will be donuts. For more information, call Post Commander Eugene Truitt at 804-746-4734.

The Hanover Concert Band rehearses from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. every Tuesday, mid-January through mid-December, at the Hanover Arts and Activities Center at 500 S. Railroad Ave. in Ashland, just south of U.S. 54. Membership is

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Prep football: Hanover at Patrick Henry 6:00 p.m.

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Allen’s charge helps PH forestall Raiders strike to Nick Sikkar late in the first half to build a 12-0 halftime lead. Camden Byrd scored on a 5-yard run on the Patriots’ first drive to open the scoring.

The Patriots held Atlee to 158 total yards. Eric Rankin carried nine times for 42 yards for the Raiders.

Patrick Henry continues to be in a group of four schools – with Monacan, King George and Louisa – that are unbeaten atop Region 4B. Lurking behind them are one-loss teams Eastern View, Powhatan, and the Patriots’ next opponent: Hanover.

“We know we need a great week. We know that it’s the one,” Allen explained when asked about their second meeting with the Hawks, who took the Patriots to the limit before falling 22-14 on March 5.

Head Coach Ken Wakefield knows Friday’s contest could be an elimination game when it comes to the postseason.

“One thing we tell our kids, you’re going to hit adversity,” Wakefield said. “You just don’t know when it’s going to come, and it’s how you respond to it.”

Hanover hopes to bring plenty of adversity to Patrick Henry beginning at 6 p.m.

Friday.

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

By Rob Witham For the Mechanicsville Local ASHLAND – A final score can be quite deceptive.

Patrick Henry’s 28-6 win over Atlee Friday night to sweep the Raiders in two meetings and move to 4-0 came in a game very much in doubt early in the fourth quarter.

A forced fumble by Atlee (1-3), recovered by Tyler Garr and returned 28 yards for a touchdown with 9:28 remaining cut a precarious Patriot lead to 12-6.

Enter Jordan Allen. The junior quarterback, who broke off a 56-yard run on the Patriots’ first play from scrimmage, found a hole up the middle, turned right, and raced 38 yards to the Atlee 35.

“I got all those yards and thought, it’s my time. Let’s go get it,” Allen said.

On the next play, Allen went left, gaining 18 yards. His next carry traveled 9 yards. On the fourth play of the drive, he patiently waited for two blocks to his left, then bolted for the pylon, breaking the plane of the goal line just ahead of an Atlee defender.

For good measure, Allen converted a 2-point conversion that made it 20-6 Patriots with 7:05 remaining.

In the blink of an eye he did it again.

James Valentine’s recovery of a Raider fumble on the first play of the ensuing possession set up Patrick Henry at the Atlee 9-yard line. Allen, who wears No. 9, looked left, cut up the

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No. 8 Patrick Henry 28, Atlee 6 Top performers: Patrick Henry — Jordan Allen 14 carries, 152 yards, middle, and scored his second Patrick Henry’s lead was secure.

“Two sophomores, three win or go home at this point – 2 TDs rushing, 7 of 8, 93 yards, TD passing; Nick Sikkar 4 rec., 78 yards, 9-yard touchdown run in 15 Allen is quick to praise his juniors. They’re growing,” Allen that’s great for me.” seconds. He used the superior young offensive line and to noted. “Three of them didn’t Allen had 14 carries for 152 TD receiving Atlee — Mike Joyce 8 31 yard rushing; 5 for 15, 33 blocking of his offensive line point out their journey this sea- play much last year, so to see yards with the two 9-yard scores carries, yards; Tyler Garr fumble return TD

Patrick Henry quarterback Jordan Allen disposes of Atlee defender Luke Jasinski in the Patriots’ 28-6 win over the Raiders Friday.

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that drive in a big game – it’s and threw a 31-yard touchdown

Samardge stays steady in Hanover victory

By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor MECHANICSVILLE – Placekickers rarely attract the plaudits given to other skill positions in football, like quarterbacks, running backs, receivers and the like, but that doesn’t mean their jobs are any less important for the success of their teams. Friday night, Hanover placekicker Ethan Samardge more than earned his stripes.

With less than a minute before the first half expired, the game scoreless and the Hawks with the ball on fourth down at the Mechanicsville 6, Hanover called a timeout to prepare for a field goal attempt. The Mustangs then followed with three timeouts of their own to see if they could rattle the Hawk kicker.

The ploy didn’t work. With a wisp of a second remaining, Samardge launched a 24-yard lob toward the goal posts. It didn’t look like it would make it. The ball started to fade short and drifted right – but it just found its way through the uprights. Those three points proved the winning margin in Hanover’s 17-14 win.

“Three points on the board, that’s what won the game, but it was the entire team, the entire unit,” Samardge said. “I couldn’t have done it without them. It was 100% team effort.”

But there comes a time where the burden is all on Samardge – and his ability to tune all the distractions out.

“It’s just me and the ball,” he said. “They tried to throw me off mentally with those three timeouts, I think it was. It don’t work. I stay locked in almost like we do in practice. You’ve got to stay calm. You’ve got to No matter how locked in he toward the upright. ” Samardge said. “My left foot block out all the noises and may be, he can still feel stress “You better bet I was pray- slipped a little bit because the everybody yelling at you.”

– as he did as the ball drifted ing. I was, like, ‘Please go in!,’ ground was a little muddy, but

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Above, Mechanicsville running back Cole Varner (24) tries to get away from Hanover’s Jackson Currie in the Hawks’ 17-14 victory over the host Mustangs Friday. Left, Hanover’s William Flora (1) hauls in an interception late in the first half. The turnover set up the first score of the game, a 24-yard field goal by Hanover’s Ethan Samardge.

that’s no excuse. I still was praying for it to go in. It was a close one.”

The muddy ground contributed to a number of slips throughout the game as both offenses struggled at times. The heavy rains of the latter part of the week did not help the field’s

condition. It and the cold contributed to a number of turnovers by both offenses.

The Mustangs went ahead in the third quarter on an 8-yard run by quarterback Logan Harris, but the lead did not last long. The Hawks responded with a pair of touchdowns in the fourth quarter, both on runs

by Hanover quarterback Levi Huesman of 8 and 12 yards, respectively.

Samardge supplied both extra points.

Huesman led the Hawk offense, completing 15-of-29 passes for 125 yards and carrying the ball 23 times for 68 yards and his two touchdowns.

Mechanicsville got the final score of the game in the final minute on a 1-yard run by Avant Johnson. The Mustang placekicker, Thomas Richman, was steady as well, providing both Mechanicsville extra points.

The victory is further evidence that Hanover head coach Sam Rogers’ efforts to instill a winning mentality at Hanover is paying off.

“We’ve been at it since February of last year,” Samardge said. “The coaching staff, all the kids, everything has changed.

The culture is completely different at Hanover. It’s on its way back to where it once was. We’re on a roll. I could not be more proud of the coaches and the entire team.”

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

Hanover 0 3 0 14 — 17 Mechanicsville 0 0 7 7 — 14 HAN — Samardge FG 34 MEC — Harris 8 run (Richman kick) HAN — Huesman 8 run (Samardge kick) HAN — Huesman 12 run (Samardge kick) MEC — Johnson 1 run (Richman kick)

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Raider girls win close one at Patrick Henry

By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor ASHLAND – Looking at the final match score of 3-1, one could be excused for thinking that Atlee girls volleyball team dominated the floor at Patrick Henry Wednesday night.

But anyone coming to that conclusion would be wrong.

Three of the four games went into extra time, and the other just missed the opportunity.

Atlee on the first match 31-29, and the second one 28-26. The Patriots took the third game 26-24 before the

Raiders claimed the match with a 25-22 win in the final game.

“Patrick Henry’s a good team. We knew they’re a good team,” said Atlee head coach Curtis Carpenter. “Especially coming here. They bring energy from someplace, from way down in the depths of something. I don’t know where, but they bring it.”

The energy was most evident in the fourth game when the Patriots hoped to send the match to five. Atlee jumped to a solid lead early, but Patrick see CLOSE, pg. 23

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Atlee’s girls volleyball team celebrates the final point in their 3-1 victory over host Patrick Henry Wednesday night.

Mechanicsville’s Will Oliver (right) fires a shot past Hanover’s Josh Brooks in the Hawks’ sweep of the Mustangs Wednesday.

Youth step up in R-MC win over visiting Guilford

By Rob Witham For the Mechanicsville Local ASHLAND – Coming off a disappointing 24-8 defeat at the hands of No. 11 Christopher Newport Wednesday, Randolph-Macon men’s lacrosse entered Senior Day on Saturday looking to apply the lessons learned from that loss.

The Yellow Jackets, whose starting lineup includes freshmen both in goal and on attack, are still developing their

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chemistry in a season where little is normal thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic. Though they turned in an uneven performance in a 16-10 Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC) victory over Guilford at Day Field, Randolph-Macon came closer together.

“We only have five seniors.

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experience, not only for themselves personally but they need experience for us as a group, chemistry-wise.”

Goalkeeper Oz Potter, from nearby Midlothian High School, has been stellar between the pipes so far, registering eight saves in Saturday’s win, anchoring a defense that kept the Quakers off the scoreboard for nearly 21 minutes in a first half stretch that saw Randolph-Macon (3-2, 2-0 ODAC) go on an eight-goal

run that turned a 2-2 tie into a 10-2 advantage.

Junior Jack Averna scored all four of his team-leading four goals in a nearly 13-minute timeframe, half in the aforementioned run. Guilford ended it on a goal from DiMaggio Wilson with 2:37 left in the second period for a 10-3 halftime margin.

The learning for the Yellow Jackets continued in an uneven third period, which saw the Quakers score three of the first

four goals to trim their deficit to 11-6. Finally, on a man-advantage, Ryan Pritchard, another freshman, and one of three Yellow Jackets to score three goals, fired a shot past Guilford goalkeeper Jack Rogers with 2:58 left in the quarter.

Nick Homkomp answered just 19 seconds later, but junior Brandon Smith scored one of his three goals less than a minute later, making it 13-7 Yellow Jackets. The teams traded goals to start the final period, then,

with 8:22 left, Pritchard took a pass from Cameron Foti and scored, the second of three straight Randolph-Macon goals to put the game out of reach.

The final goal, fittingly, came from senior attacker Michael Peters, who entered the game when freshman Jack Smith, who scored three goals, was shaken up. For Peters, it was his third collegiate goal, sending his Yellow Jacket teamsee YOUTH, pg. 23

Taylor, Crytser claim wins at Poor Farm Park

By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor ASHLAND – Patrick Henry’s Luke Taylor may have smoked the field, but Mechanicsville High School’s teamwork helped the Mustangs prevail in the boys race in a Hanover County cross country quad Wednesday afternoon at Poor Farm Park.

The soggy conditions of earlier in the day did not seem to slow any of the athletes. Taylor sprinted to the finish, clocking in at 15:38, 25 seconds ahead of Mechanicsville’s Grayson Clark. Clark led a tight grouping with No. 3 Ethan Coleman of Hanover and No. 4 Travis Albon of Atlee. The trio finished the 5-kilometer course in 16:03, 16:04 and 16:07, respectively.

The Mustang boys finished with 34 points, followed by Atlee (52), Patrick Henry (61) and Hanover (78).

“I was very pleased with how we ran today,” said Mechanicsville head coach Joey Wingo. “We had a nice little

group of runners. We packed it in. … We ran well as a team and it showed in the results.”

Patrick Henry head coach Jeremy Dobrinski wasn’t expecting Taylor to come in so hard and fast.

“He was not necessarily supposed to be going hard because we just came off a bunch of different races,” Dobrinski said.

“But he felt comfortable and you can’t take anything away from the weather.”

While the day began damp, and some of the course was a bit soggy, the cool temperatures made for good running weather.

Hanover’s Alli Crytser won the girls race by 48 seconds, coming in at 18:26 while runner up Rachel Mudd of Atlee finished in 19:14. Mechanicsville’s Sierra Puleo was third in 19:17.

“We were a little bit legweary because we worked hard on Monday,” said Hanover head coach Rich Firth. “Alli Crytser ran really, really well and ran away from the field and ran a nice time for a Wednesday meet.”

Winding down

While Kali Denney was Patrick Henry’s highest finisher in the girls race in fifth place, she led the Patriots to victory in team scores with 26 points to Hanover’s 32. Neither the Atlee nor the Mechanicsville girls had enough varsity girls to score as a team.

But after both teams reached 20 points, the Raiders took conContinued from pg. 22 trol and closed out the game and match with a win.

“That was a battle,” said Henry caught its breath and closed the gap, and neither team Patriot head coach Jessica Jones. was shy about sharing its emo- “It was probably the best battle we’ve seen in a couple of years tions.

with our girls. It was awesome.

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was held prior to the match. A moment of celebration capped it off.

“He went through something that nobody would ever want to go through,” Sheridan explained. “We are really fortunate that he is close to our team and the other seniors and everyone else were there to help support him and Trina. He knows the scout of the oppo-

nents and does a good job of organizing the guys.”

In the end, Saturday’s victory was a great reminder that, for all the importance placed on team chemistry on the field, the more important quality is when that chemistry is called upon off of it.

The Yellow Jackets host Bridgewater Saturday afternoon at 1 p.m.

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Randolph-Macon starting pitcher Madie Rhoads faces her final batter in a five-inning no hitter, walking two while striking out 10 as the Yellow Jackets won the opener of a doubleheader sweep 8-0 over Southern Virginia University Saturday aftern0on in Ashland.

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Left, Patrick Henry’s Luke Taylor sprints to the finish well ahead of the competition in a Hanover County cross country quad at Poor Farm Park on Wednesday, March 17, 2021. Taylor finished in 15:38, 25 seconds ahead of runner-up Grayson Clark of Mechanicsville High School. Above, Clark (right), Hanover’s Ethan Coleman and Atlee’s Travis Albon come in second, third and fourth, respectively. Clark finished in 16:03, Coleman in 16:04 and Albon in 16:07.

mates into a frenzied celebration, and for good reason.

Peters’ parents, Bill and Trina, were tireless supporters of the Yellow Jacket lacrosse program. On August 30th, Bill died unexpectedly at the age of 63. A moment of silence

6 kills, 2 blocks; Jada Foreman 18 kills, 7 blocks, 1 dig; Rylie Harris 35 digs, 4 assists Patrick Henry — Claire Williamson 2 aces, 6 kills, 35 assists, 1 block, 20 digs; Corinne Delgado 9 kills, 1 assist, 2 blocks, 1 dig; Wren McLaughlin 13 kills, 2 Girls assists, 1 block, 20 digs Atlee 3, Patrick Henry 1 Records: Atlee 7-0, Patrick Top performers: Atlee — Brianna Brown 52 Assists, 15 digs, Henry 4-3

Meanwhile, the women’s lacrosse team, who have not played since opening the season with a win over Methodist College Feb. 28, hope to resume play when they are set to welcome the Eagles to Day Field as the second half of a lacrosse doubleheader on Saturday at 4:30.

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Railroad Ave. in in Ashland. For more information, contact Steve Dunham at 804-496-6093 or sandrdunham@yahoo.com.

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open to anyone who can read music and play a non-string instrument. High school students are welcome with parents’ permission. For more information, visit www.hanoverconcertband. org or call 804-789-0536.

Overcomers Outreach & Women’s Codependency is a Christ-centered anonymous support program offering hope and healing for recovering alcoholics, addicts and their families. Meetings are held at 7 p.m. at Shalom Baptist Church at 8116 Walnut Grove Rd. in Mechanicsville. For more information, call 804366-6524 or email mjfaith1@gmail.com.

Wednesdays Hanover Rotary meets from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Roma's Restaurant at 7240 Bell Creek Rd. in Mechanicsville. Due to the pandemic, contact President Penny at pennyguiles43@gmail.com for current meeting at Roma's or Zoom connection information.

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Alzheimer’s/Dementia support group for caregivers and others who want to help and encourage those who have loved ones with dementia illnesses meets at 7 p.m. on the third Monday of each month in Room E106 at Shady Grove United Methodist Church at 8209 Shady Grove Rd. in Mechanicsville. For more information, contact Jennifer Bean at 804-559-2805, Mark Elliott at 804-746-8288 or the church office at 804-746-9073.

The WEB of Hope meets from 10 a. m. to noon at the Black Creek Baptist Church at 6289 McClellan Rd. in Mechanicsville. It is one of several groups in the Richmond area that crochets, knits, sews, and quilts gifts for the American Red Cross to distributed to those in need. Since its inception, the WEB has donated over 153,000

The Ashland Rotary Club meets weekly at noon at the Iron Horse Restaurant at 100 S. MONDAY EVENING 4 PM 4:30 5 PM

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gifts locally, nationally and globally. If you can make it, the WEB can use it. There are so many organizations in need of help. For more information, call Laurie Wagner at 804-781-0338.

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The Hanover County Community Services Board meets at 6:30 p.m. at 12300 Washington Hwy. in Ashland.

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Fourth Mondays The FeedMore Mobile Food Pantry will be distributing food from 10 to 11 a.m. at the First Shiloh Baptist Church at 8150 Walnut Grove Rd. in Mechanicsville. For more information, contact Heather at hshaheen96@gmail.com.

Second Tuesdays The Mechanicsville Fellowship Club meets each month (excluding July and August) at 10:30 a.m. in Room G110 of Shady Grove United Methodist Church at 8209 Shady Grove Rd. in Mechanicsville. Bring a covered dish and join in with a group celebrating faith, fellowship, friends and fun. Meetings are cancelled if Hanover County Public Schools are two hours late or cancelled due to inclement weather. To register, call the church at 804-746-9073. For more information, call Janet Lewis at 804-3988947.

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Groover writes ‘Environmental Cartoons for Teachers Staff Report news@mechlocal.com Dr. Richard Groover, who recently retired from Reynolds Community College, recently wrote “Environmental Cartoons for Teachers”, which, he said, can be a useful educational resource for teachers, at any level of education.

“With over 40 cartoons, teachers can copy the images to assist with teaching environmental and biological topics to students,” he said, noting he had used the cartoons for years. “The cartoons are great conversation starters for students. They reveal interesting images on many topics covered in environmental science, earth science, and other biology courses.”

Across the page from each image is a short statement that relates to the cartoon.

One cartoon mentions that insects and pollinators provide a service for three-

“If you teach any form of environmental sciences, then this book could be the stimulus needed to start much needed important conversations.”

DR. ANNE MANNORINO Science educator

quarters of all our food crops, a value of $500 billion per year. Another cartoon mentions the “Wood Wide Web” and how trees “talk” to each other.

The book is endorsed by the Virginia Science Teachers Association stating, “ ‘The Environmental Cartoons for Teachers’ is a useful educational resource for teachers, at any level of education to get

the conversations started.”

Science educator Dr. Anne Mannorino said, “This book uses the power of over 40 visual cartoons to address environmental issues today . . . If you teach any form of environmental sciences, then this book could be the stimulus needed to start much needed important conversations.”

Groover began paying students 20 years ago for the images. They are very professional. The students got something published and made a few dollars. The book is on sale for the price of $12. Once you purchase a copy of the book, the buyer is given the legal rights to use the cartoons, in public, for educational purposes.

Dr. Groover is an occasional adjunct faculty member at Randolph-Macon College and is a current board member at the Science Museum of Virginia.

For more information about the Environmental Cartoons for Teachers, contact rgroover33@gmail.com.

MECHANICSVILLE CHURCHES EPISCOPAL

INDEPENDENT BAPTIST

All Souls Episcopal Church Worshiping at Messiah Lutheran 8154 Atlee Rd Sunday Worship 9:15 am Holy Eucharist 10:50 am Adult & Children’s Formation We are a welcoming, Inclusive faith community Nursery Provided 804-559-9302 Rev. Katherine G. Dougherty, Priest allsoulsepiscopal@gmail.com www.allsoulsva.org

Hanover Baptist Church (3 mi from Va Ctr Commons Mall).

Practical Bible preaching & conservative, sacred music. Active teens & children’s master club.

Family oriented & God-centered.

Emphasize personal salvation through repentance and faith in Jesus Christ as Lord & Savior.

798-7190 www.hbcva.org

EVANGELICAL FRIENDS Hanover Evangelical Friends 6420 Mech Trnpk. 804-730-9512, friendlychurch.org Worship: Sun. 10:30AM Sunday School @ 9:15AM

INDEPENDENT CHRISTIAN Fairmount Christian Church, 559-8070 6502 Creighton Rd. Sunday AM Worship Services Visit fairmountchristian.org for details. Rick Raines, Senior Minister; Chris Santasiere, Associate Minister; Seth Wortman, Associate Minister; Tracy Thomas, Worship & Music Minister; Ryan Card, Associate Worship Minister; Davis Ellenberger, Youth Minister; Ashley Sears, Children’s Director Gethsemane Church of Christ 5146 Mechanicsville Turnpike Sunday AM Worship Services (Check website for times) 804-779-2044 Bill Wines, Senior Minister www.gethsemanechristians.org

Truth Baptist Church, 627-2170 COME & SEE! All info at: www.truthbaptistchurch.com

LUTHERAN St Paul Lutheran Church (LCMS) 427-7500 ∂ 8100 Shady Grove Rd, saintpaul-lcms.com Rev. Rodney Bitely, Pastor; Sun. Sch. 9:15am, Worship 10:30am

NAZARENE HOPE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8391 Atlee Rd. 23116 / www.hopenow.cc office@hopenow.cc Atlee Christian Academy PK - 5th Grade & Afterschool Care 746-3900 www.atleechristianacademy.com

acainfo@atleechristianacad emy.com HopeNow Counseling Center Licensed Counselors available 277-4558 / paul@hopenow.cc

PRESBYTERIAN Fairfield Presbyterian Church 6930 Cold Harbor Rd., 23111 8:45 & 11:00am services www.fairfieldpcusa.org

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST Meadowbridge Seventh-Day Adventist Church 7400 Antique Lane Mech., Saturday Services: Sabbath School, 9:45 am.

Worship Service, 11 am.

Wednesday evening Prayer Meeting, 6:30pm.

Church phone: 746-2788 meadowbridgesda.org meadowbridgesdachurch@gmai l.com

SOUTHERN BAPTIST Grace United Family Church "Where Grace Unites Us" 7252 Beulah Church Road (Historic Beulah Church) Mechanicsville, 23111 Sundays, 10:30AM & Wed. Dinner, Study, Prayer: 6:00-8:00 p.m.

For info, call 335-6728

SOUTHERN BAPTIST Black Creek Baptist Church, 6289 McClellan Rd. Sunday Worship - 10:15 a.m.

Pastor, Ken Stalls, www.blackcreek.org or call (804)781-0330 Broadus Memorial Baptist 804-779-2700 www.BroadusChurch.org 1 Church in 2 Locations Worshipping on Sundays Live Indoors, Drive-In Style & on Facebook!

5351 Pole Green Rd. Mechanicsville, 23116 Phil Peacock, Pastor 9 a.m.

3407 King William Rd. Aylett, 23009 Jeff Poythress, Pastor 9:30 a.m.

Making each one a witness!

Cool Spring Baptist Church 9283 Atlee Station Rd. For info, activities & worship times visit www.coolspring.org or call 746-0800

"Love God, Learn the Bible, Care for People"

SOUTHERN BAPTIST New Highland Baptist Church 10:30 am Worship 9200 New Ashcake Road, 550-9601 www.newhighland.org Shalom Baptist Church 8116 Walnut Grove Rd. Office: 746-7737 Worship in person and Live Streamed on YouTube & Facebook Live on Sundays at 8:30 a.m. & 11 a.m.

Find us on the web at shalombaptist.net

Glenn Hawkins, Pastor

SOVEREIGN GRACE BAPTIST

Hillcrest Baptist Church 11342 Hillcrest Road Hanover, VA. 23069 730-1500.

Wed Eve 6 p.m.-Dinner & Study, Sunday 11am Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School. www.HillcrestHanover.org

New Hope Baptist - Located at 5452 Spotslee Circle, Mech. Sunday school 9:45 am, Morning worship 10:30 am, afternoon 1pm, Wednesday Prayer & Bible study 7:30 pm. L. Ronald Staley, Pastor. For more info 321-2110. www.sovereigngraceinmechanicsville.org

Mechanicsville Baptist Church, 8016 Atlee Rd, Office: 746-7253 Worship in person and Lived Streamed on YouTube on Sundays at 10:30 a.m.

Find us on the web at mechanicsvillebaptist.org New Bethesda Baptist Church 9019 New Bethesda Rd. 779-2101 Rev. Tom Gaskins, Interim Pastor Caleb Bittler, Minister to Students & Family Sunday School 10 AM, Worship 9 AM & 11 AM Bible Study/Prayer Youth & Children activities 6:30pm, Wednesday www.newbethesda.org

UNITED METHODIST Mechanicsville United Methodist Church 7356 Atlee Road 746-5118 Reverend Amy Dunn, pastor 10 am in person worship or Facebook live @MechUMC Childrens and Youth Programs Cub Scouts Pack 517 www.mechumc.org Shady Grove United Methodist 8209 Shady Grove Rd. at the corner of Meadowbridge Rd., Mechanicsville 804-746-9073 Weekly Online Worship Sundays at 9:45 a.m. shadygroveumc.org/worship online Rev. Jay Kelchner, Pastor info@shadygroveumc.org

ROMAN CATHOLIC

UNITED METHODIST Enon United Methodist Church 6156 Studley Rd; 746-4719 ReNe’e Teague, Pastor Join us for Sunday School, for all ages, 9:45am Worship Service at 11am (Nursery provided) www.enonumc.org office@enonumc.org

Church of the Redeemer 8275 Meadowbridge Road 746-4911 www.churchredeemer.org Mass celebrated on Saturday 5:30 PM Sunday 10:00 AM

Lebanon United Methodist Church 8492 Peaks Rd, 746-0980 R. Spencer Broce, Pastor Facebook Live; 9:30 am each Sunday www.facebook.com/LebUMC JOIN US ONLINE www.lebanonumc.org

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HOME IMPROVEMENT SPECIALISTS CARPENTRY

FLOORS

Affordable Home Repairs Carpentry, Roofing, Siding, Replacement Windows, Gutters & Decks. Lic/Ins. BBB A+ Rating!

Jim Martin, 347-3812

Phil’s Floor Sanding & Repair, LLC Upfront Customer Service, Dust Containment Sanding & Finishing. Earth friendly green choices. Free Estimates.

Offering FREE Standard Oak trim with all new sanding jobs for 2021!

Call 804-201-8283

CHIMNEY CLEANING Hanover Chimney Sweeps Serving area since 1981. Ins. Chimney & Gutter Cleaning.

746-1056

GENERAL CONTRACTORS

DRIVEWAYS Charles Stanley Jr. Paving & Seal Coating. Free Estimates Call NOW! 804-346-5602 You have tried the rest Now try the BEST!!

RVA PAVING Commercial and Residential Asphalt Paving. Seal Coating, Repair, Crack Filling, and Restriping. Lic & Inc. Call 804-840-9993, for Free Estimates.

ELECTRICAL Affordable Electrical Installations For your home or business.

Lic./Ins. BBB 746-4350 www.mallory-electric.com BLS Electrical Specializing in Residential Service, New Residential and also LED Lighting.

Affordable pricing Lic/Ins. 804-397-5478 or email at BLSELECTRICAL.LLC@gmail.com Danny Electric Specializing in Residential Service. Professional work that you can afford! Lic/Ins. Danny Hinton, 804-640-5044

FENCING **Fence Scapes** 559-8797 Custom Wood, Chain-Link, Vinyl, Ornamental Aluminum. www.fencescapesllc.com

HANOVER HANDY SERVICES Low Pressure Powerwashing Gutter Cleaning Lic. & Ins. Call 363-8393 www.hanoverhandy.com

Weekly Detailed Lawn Cutting at affordable rates. Extremely Professional & Punctual. Contact Mike with Absolute Turf Management.

ATM-VA.com 804-244-0333

PAINTING

Locally owned & operated since 2001. Licensed & Insured. Houses, decks, deck staining & aggregate concrete sealing. 804-5399682 www.mpadrichmond.com

LAWN CARE Ground Keepers Lawn Care Your #1 Choice Grass Cutting • Trimming • Hedges Mulching • Aerating • Seeding • Snow Plowing • FREE Est. Reasonable Rates Rick Custalow, 804-517-3321

GUTTER Gutter Specialist Seamless Gutters, Guards, Cleanings & Repairs, 20 yrs. exp. Lic/Ins. Free Est. Stronghold Construction 804-218-1136

HAULING Aaron’s Outdoor Maintenance Junk, Trash & Small Debris Removal Free Estimates & Insured.

Call 804-629-4826 or 804-357-7121

Stanley Home Improvement Repairs inside & outside your home. No job too small!

25 years experience.

Licensed & Insured Ken 840-0464 or 262-8845 Drywall Repairs- Small jobs welcome.

Clean & Dependable.

Licensed & Insured 30 years experience. Dean~ 803-8417 Herring Home Improvement-

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ALLSHOUSE PAINTING Powerwashing, Sheet Rock Repairs, Gutter Cleaning, Commercial/Residential.

Lic/Insured. Int./Ext. Call 730-6531 or 402-6531 Guy Stinchfield Painting & Repair Int./Ext. Painting, Carpentry, Drywall Repair, Pressure Washing, Wallpaper Removal. Lic/Ins. 20 yrs experience Refereneces. Free Est. 804-439-7700 PCT Remodeling Exterior/Interior Painting.

Licensed/Insured. 264-9352

ROOFING Davidson Roofing Co. Residential Roofing & Repair Specialists. Lic/Insured GAF Master Elite Contractor BBB /Free Estimates 804-672-0540 www.davidsonroofing.com

KING’S LAWN CARE - Grass Cutting, Mulching, Leaf Removal, Hedge Trimming, Edging, Mulch & Gravel Delivery!

Call for a fantastic quote, 804-296-1148, Malikmanquin@aol.com

STUMP REMOVAL

Short Cuts Landscape LLC All your Landscaping & bush hogging needs! Driveway Grading Available Licensed / Insured Free Estimates Call 218-8780

Tree Removal, Trimming, Stump Grinding, etc. No Job too BIG or small. Lic/Ins. Free Estimates.

STUMP GRINDING 804-387-5797 Mechanicsville

TILE PCT Remodeling Tile / Kitchens & Baths Free Est. Licensed & Insured.

Call 264-9352

Tree & Shrub Pruning, Removals, Stump Grinding. Health/Risk Assessments. Insured. Free Estimates.

804-779-2170 Certified Arborist and MD LTE

TREE SERVICE

PLUMBING

8unclog 804-886-2564 Gary’s Plumbing Repair Service. Lic./Ins. 218-1467 Paul Brown Plumbing - in Business Since 1983. New Residential, Light Commercial, Renovations, Additions & Service. We do it all! Senior Citizen Discounts. For free estimate, 746-5030

24 Hour Emergency Storm Service Trimming, Topping, Tree & Stump Removal. Firewood.

Lic. & Ins. / Res. & Comm 804-937-3671 William A. Silva Jr., Owner/Operator Bernard’s Tree Service Tree Removal, Stump Grinding, Landscaping, Cleanout, Mulching, Planting & More! Free Est. Licensed & Insured References. Please Call 804-874-9184

ROOFING LAWN CARE PLUS - Complete Lawn Care & Landscaping LEAF REMOVAL We offer Curbside & Full Service Leaf Removal! Fully Lic/Ins. Free Estimates 730-2367

TREE SERVICE Pay it Forward Tree Service Tree, Lawn & Handyman Serv.

Storm Damage, Stump Grinding & Log Splitting. Credit Cards Accepted. Free Est. Ins. 387-3434

Roofing - All Types of Installation & Repair. 40+ years of experience.

Licensed / Insured. BBB A+ Rating!

Call 804-347-3812

Clogged Drain ?

HANOVER LAWN CARE Offering local residents High Quality Lawn Care services at an Affordable Rate: starts at $35. MOW ∂ TRIM AERATE∂ LIC & INS ∂ CALL 398-8287

HOME REPAIR

Windows, Decks, Sheds, Repairs Licensed & Insured. Call 537-5755

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A BROWN’S HOUSE WASHING ROOF STAINS REMOVAL 804-937-8351

Hunter Purcell 804-972-2215 www.PurcellConstruction.Biz Custom Renovations & Homes∂ Sunrooms ∂ Historical Additions ∂ Church Renovations ∂ Decks ∂ Porches∂ Siding ∂ Replacement Windows ∂ Barns∂ Stamped Concrete ∂ Kitchens & Baths ∂ Handicap Ramps ∂ T e r m i t e Damage ∂ Insurance Claims ∂ Interior & Exterior Renovations ∂ Commercial Renovating & MORE! Class A License & Insured ∂ 37 yrs exp ∂ A+ Rating with the BBB & Angie’s List Don’t Move...Improve!

LAWN CARE Todd’s Lawn Care Grass Cutting, Trimming, Edging, Mulching, Leaf & Brush Removal.

Firewood Available.

Call Todd 804-366-3628 or 804-366-8185

Purcell Construction Custom Builder

CONCRETE & BRICK Bernard’s Concrete Services Concrete, Retaining Walls, Pavers, Brick, Sidewalks. Install & repair.

Free Estimates. Licensed & Insured.

References. Please call 804-874-9184

HOUSEWASHING

Tree & Stump Removal ∂ Lot Clearing ∂ Brush Removal Topping & Trimming Insured Free Estimates 804-730-0600

Trimming & Take Downs. Stump Grinding. If it’s tree work we do it! Insured. Free Est. BBB THANK YOU!!!

MC/VISA/Discover.

WALLPAPERING

Committed Experience Over 20Years!

New & Re-roofs Residential & Commercial Certified/Master Installers for GAF & Certainteed Standing Seam, Metal &Copper, Gutter Installation. BBB Member VA Class A Licensed - Fully Insured We accept all major credit cards.Call today for your FREE Estimate, 559-4144

Wallpaper Hanging & Removal.

References. Reliable.

Call Jane Watkins 746-9025 www.janeswallcovering.com Full Service Tree Company.

(Removal, trimming, topping, stump grinding & firewood delivery) Offering free estimates and providing fully insured work.

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TRUSTEE SALES

Legal Notices LEGAL NOTICES NB&C, LLC is proposing to construct a 155-foot overall height monopole telecommunications structure located at 7168 Flag Lane, Mechanicsville, Hanover County, Virginia (N37° 35’ 48.5" W77° 20’ 53.8"). NB&C, LLC invites comments from any interested party on the impact the proposed undertaking may have on any districts, sites, buildings, structures, or objects significant in American history, archaeology, engineering, or culture that are listed or determined eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places under National Historic Preservation Act Section 106. Comments may be sent to Environmental Corporation of America, ATTN: Annamarie Howell, 1375 Union Hill Industrial Court, Suite A, Alpharetta, GA 30004 or via email to publicnotice@eca-usa.com. Ms. Howell can be reached at (770) 667-2040 during normal business hours. Comments must be received within 30 days of the date of this notice. X0544 DMG NB&C, LLC is proposing to construct a 199-foot overall height monopole telecommunications structure located at 4146 Crown Hill Road, Mechanicsville, Hanover County, Virginia (N37° 36’ 50.9" W77° 14’ 32.8"). NB&C, LLC invites comments from any interested party on the impact the proposed undertaking may have on any districts, sites, buildings, structures, or objects significant in American history, archaeology, engineering, or culture that are listed or determined eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places under National Historic Preservation Act Section 106. Comments may be sent to Environmental Corporation of America, ATTN: Annamarie Howell, 1375 Union Hill Industrial Court, Suite A, Alpharetta, GA 30004 or via email to publicnotice@eca-usa.co m. Ms. Howell can be reached at (770) 6672040 during normal business hours. Comments must be received within 30 days of the date of this notice. X0628 EEC

NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE 7631 Aquarius Loop, Mechanicsville, VA 23111 By virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Jorge Armando Chavez ("Borrower") to SunTrust Mortgage, Inc., ("Lender"), dated August 18, 2006, and recorded in the Clerk’s Office of the Circuit Court of Hanover, Virginia at Instrument # 20060821000001570 060015935, Book 2756, page 385, said Deed of Trust and accompanying debt instrument having since been assigned to NDF1, LLC, and default having occurred under the terms thereof, and at the request of the party secured thereby, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at public auction at the Circuit Court for Hanover, Courthouse Door, 7530 County Complex Road, Hanover, VA 23069, on: Wednesday, April 7, 2021 at 10:00 AM Improved real property, being known as 7631 Aquarius Loop, Mechanicsville, VA 23111 and described as follows: ALL THAT CERTAIN lot, piece or parcel of land, together with all improvements thereon and appurtenances thereunto belonging, lying and being in Hanover County, Virginia, known and designated as Lot 30, Beaverdam Bluffs, as shown on plat entitled "Beaverdam Bluffs, Mechanicsville District, Hanover County, Virginia", dated April 12, 1990, prepared by Goodfellow, Jalbert, Beard and Associates, Inc., recorded June 27, 1990, in the Clerk’s Office of the Circuit Court for Hanover County, Virginia, in Subdivision Plat Book 6, page 379, reference to which plat hereby made for a more particular description.

GPIN: 8714-31-1657 Account: 10189046 Terms of Sale: The purchase price in the form of immediately available funds will be due and payable on the closing date. A deposit in the form of immediately available funds in the initial amount of $6,000.00 will be required at the time of sale from the successful bidder, which deposit amount may have to be increased by the successful bidder within two business days of the foreclosure sale to an amount that equals 10% of the total bid price. The successful bidder will be required to close within thirty (30) days of the date of sale. Time will be of the essence as to the closing date and the payment of the purchase price. In the event an auctioneer is used in connection with the sale of the Property, there will be included a buyer’s premium of 10% of the purchase price that must be paid by the successful bidder. All loss or damage to the Property from the time of sale and before settlement shall be at the risk of the successful bidder. The Property will be sold "AS IS" and the Real Property will be conveyed by Special Warranty Deed, subject to all rights, reservations, leases, covenants, conditions, easements and restrictions, as they may lawfully affect the Property. Any Personal Property will be conveyed by Bill of Sale, without warranty. Neither the Substitute Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the Deed of Trust will deliver physical possession of the Property to the successful bidder. The purchaser at the sale will be required to pay all closing costs, including the Grantor’s recording tax. Real estate taxes will be pro-rated as of the foreclosure sale date. Additional terms may be announced at the sale.

THIS NOTICE IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. CBKN Trustees, LLC, Substitute Trustee. FOR INFORMATION CONTACT, Council, Baradel, Kosmerl & Nolan, PA c/o Brian Gallagher, 125 West Street, 4th Floor, Annapolis, MD 21401, 410-268-6600

ADVERTISE Call 746-1235 to find out about upcoming opportunities to advertise with The Local in print and online!

Homes for Sale Real Estate Policy All real estate advertised herein is subject to the Virginia Fair Housing Law, which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, elderliness, familial status, or handicap.”

We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate that is in violation of the law.

All persons are hereby informed that all the dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis.

HOMES FOR SALE 1950 sq. ft split level house in quiet neighborhood off Studley Rd. 4-bdrms, 2.5 ba, wheel chair accessible family rm from garage. Florida Rm, Living Rm, Dine-in Kitchen, Paved Driveway, 10x16 out building. Largest lot on cul-de-sac.

Call 804-997-9904. No Sunday Calls.

Business & Service Directory CLEANING & HOUSEKEEPING Candy’s Home Cleaning A professional cleaning at an affordable rate. Openings available.

Please call Candy at 804-572-4924

COMPUTER SERVICES Geeks for Rent 6701 Cold Harbor Rd Mechanicsville VA 23111 804-221-6816 GeeksforRent.com

CONCRETE WORK Bernard’s Concrete - sidewalks, cobblestones, retainer walls, patios, repair brick, References. Licensed. & insured.

Call 804-874-9184

HAULING Hauling - All Types of Light Hauling Trash - Brush - Junk - Clean Out Garages and Sheds - Etc. Reasonable Prices.

Call 347-4943 or 746-8653

TREE SERVICE Bernard’s Tree Service, stump grinder, clean up mulch, mulch, landscaping, plant trees & more. Free estimates.

References. Licensed. & insured. Call 804-874-9184

Recruitment COMPUTERS Anthem, Inc. seeks an ENGINEER SENIOR in Richmond, VA to design and develop user interface and microservices. Apply at www.jobpostingtoday.com, ref# 24564.

Anthem, Inc. seeks a RELEASE MANAGEMENT ADVISOR in Richmond, VA to conduct software and infrastructure release planning and execution for multiple large internally developed software programs. Apply at www.jobpostingtoday.com, Ref# 49458 Anthem, Inc, seeks BI Developer Advisor in Richmond, VA to conduct root-cause analysis, modify code and implement the code to fix production incidents/issues. Apply at www.jobpostingtoday.com, Ref# 45388 Anthem, Inc, seeks BI DEVELOPER ADVISOR in Richmond, VA to develop and define application scope and objectives and supervise the preparation of technical and/or functional specifications from which programs will be written.

Requires domestic travel up to 6% of the time. Apply at www.jobpostingtoday.com, Ref #17942 Anthem, Inc. seeks ENGINEER III in Richmond, VA to develop reports and extracts, automate business/user requirements, and develop and perform unit and system testing. Apply at www.jobpostingtoday.com, Ref #15426 Anthem, Inc, seeks ENGINEER II in Richmond, VA to participate in the design, development, and implementation of automation components. Requires domestic travel up to 5% of total duty time. Apply at www.jobpostingtoday.com, Ref# 12211 Anthem, Inc, seeks ENGINEER LEAD in Richmond, VA to prepare Technical Solution Architecture of multiple Enterprise Data Management applications Apply at www.jobpostingtoday.com, Ref #84334.

Anthem, Inc, seeks IT QUALITY CONTROL ADVISOR in Richmond, VA to Review, approve and sign off on all testing deliverables including test plans, test scripts, and test completion reports. Apply at www.jobpostingtoday.com, Ref# 65438

To advertise, email us at sales@mechlocal.com

or call us at (804) 746-1235

COMPUTERS Anthem, Inc, seeks IT QUALITY CONTROL ANALYST SR. in Richmond, VA to write and execute test cases, perform automation testing and perform mobile and Web testing. Apply at www.jobpostingtoday.com, Ref #20127 Anthem, Inc. seeks IT QUALITY CONTROL SR. ADVISOR in Richmond, VA to define appropriate testing methods to employ to assure developed product conforms to requirements and design.

Apply at www.jobpostingtoday.com Ref # 45579.

Anthem, Inc. seeks SYSTEMS ANALYST ADVISOR in Richmond, VA to define functional, usability, reliability, performance and support requirements of a system. Requires domestic travel up to 20% of total duty time. Apply at www.jobpostingtoday.com, Ref #87492 Anthem, Inc. seeks ENGINEER SENIOR in Richmond, VA to perform design, analysis, development, testing and deployment phases of software development. Apply at www.jobpostingtoday.c om Ref # 76895.

GENERAL Glenwood Golf Club located at 3100 Creighton Road now hiring full & parttime employees for all positions. Golf Course Maintenance, ProShop Help & Golf Cart Attendants. Great place to work! Competitive salaries based on experience. Call or stop by for an application, 804-226-1793.

Mulching: $15 per hour to start. $20 per hour average pay. Experienced preferred. Contact Mike with Absolute Turf Management at 804-244-0333 The Richmond Times-Dispatch is seeking a Full-Time Metro Distribution Supervisor in the Northside/Henrico area. Job Responsibilities: To recruit, motivate and train carrier force to provide good service while increasing/ maintaining circulation volumes and meeting service goals. Assist in maintaining overall distribution center operations. All Distribution Supervisors are responsible for achieving consistent, proper and on-time delivery to subscribers. Handle customer’s problems and service requests to the customer’s satisfaction. Work with carriers to meet retail collection goals and resolve problems with retail outlets. Collect all open routes and collect payments from carriers. As a Distribution Supervisor, you are responsible for the successful overall performance of your assigned area within the distribution center.

Starting salary is $40,000 plus commission. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Valid Drivers’ License and proof of insurance required, the ability to work well with others in a team environment and the ability to follow all Company policies and procedures including but not limited to attendance standards.

Education and Experience: High School diploma or equivalent. Must successfully pass Criminal Background Investigation and Drug Screen.

Please contact Neal Whitlow 804-640-3360 or gwhitlow@timesdispatch.com.

INSTALLATION & REPAIR Electrical Apprentice needed for a local company in business for more than 30 years. At least 1 year experience with residential wiring preferred. Candidate must have valid driver’s license and be able to pass a background check.

Tuition assistance for Electrical School is available. Immediate hire for qualified candidate. Compensation based on experienc. ALSO, hiring for Licensed Journeyman position.

Please submit a resume and include a contact phone number to MMAYO@SmartWire360.com Any submission without contact number will not be considered.

Harris Mechanical Services a 34 + year old (local) Commercial Service Company is looking for: Commercial HVAC Service Technician HVAC Installer (2 positions) Excellent pay and benefits.

Commercial or Residential Service HVAC Technician with 5+years experience.

Tradesman cards and certifications are a plus.

Must have good driving record and pre-employment drug testing is required to be eligible for employment. $$ Sign on Bonus $$ ccarter@harrismechanical.com (804) 264-2229 8816 Brook Road, Glen Allen, VA

RESTAURANT & FOOD SERV. Part time - Bartenders, Cooks, Busboys & Hostesses needed! Send resume or apply within for an interview, Calabash Seafood, 7514 Lee Davis Road, Mechanicsville, Virginia 23111. 804-746-8630

TRANSPORTATION Part-Time: Seasonal Truck Driver with overtime opportunities, CDL, Drug Test, DMV Records required. Retired person welcomed. Please apply in person E.O.E. Aylett - 804-769-9200. Nutrien Ag Solutions.

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MANUFACTURING

MANUFACTURING

OPERATIONS & LOGISTICS

FULL-TIME: MANUFACTURING / ASSEMBLY PART-TIME: SEWING WILL TRAIN Music Industry’s leading case manufacturer needs highly-motivated and responsible team members with positive attitude.

TKL offers: • Fully-paid medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance • Paid vacation and holidays Located 10 minutes West of Innsbrook / Short Pump, off I-64 Oilville Exit 167, then 1/4 mile North on Route 617

Must have reliable transportation • Drug Testing Required

TKL Products Corp.

2545 Turkey Creek Rd, Oilville, VA 23129 (804) 749-8300 Call 746-1235 to find out about advertise with The Local in print and online!

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OPERATIONS & LOGISTICS

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PART-TIME UTILITY WORKERS NEEDED

PART-TIME UTILITY WORKERS NEEDED

Ashton Lewis - Ruther Glen, Inc. has an excellent part-time job opportunity available for planer mill Utility Workers pulling lumber at the sawmill facility located in Ruther Glen, Virginia.

Ashton Lewis - Ruther Glen, Inc. has an excellent part-time job opportunity available for planer mill Utility Workers pulling lumber at the sawmill facility located in Ruther Glen, Virginia.

Pay is $15 per hour, and applicants must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.

Hours are day shift between 7:00 AM and 5:30 PM. Individuals interested in applying for this part-time position may apply in person at 17258 Doggets Fork Road in Ruther Glen, or call (804) 633-9737 for more information.

Pay is $15 per hour, and applicants must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.

Hours are day shift between 7:00 AM and 5:30 PM. Individuals interested in applying for this part-time position may apply in person at 17258 Doggets Fork Road in Ruther Glen, or call (804) 633-9737 for more information.

Ashton Lewis - Ruther Glen, Inc. is a drug-free workplace and EOE.

Ashton Lewis - Ruther Glen, Inc. is a drug-free workplace and EOE.

BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY Roofing Davis Financial Services, LLC

“Small enough to know you, large enough to serve you.”

Standard Roofing Co.

Convenient Tax Preparation I can come to you!

No job too small - all types of roofing FREE Estimates

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47. Ribonucleic acid 48. Japanese honorific 49. Pieces of music 52. Expressed pleasure 55. Having ten 56. Type of sword 60. Humble request for help 61. Eating houses 63. Italian Seaport 64. Cain and __ 65. Measure the depth 66. U. of Miami’s mascot 67. Political outsiders 68. Greek sorceress 69. Body part CLUES DOWN 1. Mother 2. Jewish calendar month 3. Jai __, sport 4. Establish again 5. Swiss river 6. Racetrack wager 7. __ but goodie 8. Closeness 9. Soviet Socialist Republic 10. At right angles to a ship’s length 11. Women’s undergarments 12. Mountain stream 13. Expresses pleasure 21. Painful places on the body

23. Automobile 25. Scandinavian god of battle 26. Expresses surprise 27. Secret political clique 28. Yields manila hemp 29. River in central Italy 32. Brain injury science acronym 33. Mental illness 34. A person from Asia 36. Father 37. General’s assistant (abbr.)

38. Cooked or prepared in a specified style 40. Large terrier 41. Hillsides 43. Golf score 44. Not or 46. Type of student 47. Flower cluster 49. Closes tightly 50. Saudi Arabian desert 51. Famed vaccine developer 52. Multi-function radar (abbr.)

53. Actress Jessica 54. Pay attention to 57. Beloved big screen pig 58. __ Clapton, musician 59. Take a chance 61. Cost per mille 62. Helps little firms

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5"6364 t "QS .BZ Taurus, many people like to live by the mantra ‘don’t judge a book by its cover,’ but many times appearances matter. Don’t regret picking out a nice outfit or a trendy restaurant.

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The good news is that things are finally turning around for you. Enjoy this exciting time.

7*3(0 t "VH 4FQU There is much more clarity in your life this week, Virgo. It’s almost as if a veil has been lifted or if your eyeglasses prescription has been finetuned.

-*#3" t 4FQU 0DU Libra, there might be a lot of activity going around you over the course of the week. Whether it’s good or bad, you won’t be directly involved in any of it.

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"26"3*64 t +BO 'FC Aquarius, if you have been trying to become better acquainted with someone in your personal life or even at the office, pay attention to their body language. It can say a lot.

4"(*55"3*64 t /PW %FD There is great harmony in your life right now and it’s due mostly to the fact that you are working together with people both at home and at work. Keep up the collaborations.

1*4$&4 t 'FC .BS Pisces, trust your heart this week and be honest with how you feel about situations. Not every decision has to be based on analysis.

Trust your gut.

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"3*&4 t .BS "QS Don’t shy away from the issues that keep cropping up this week, Aries.

They may cause a few headaches, but they also are making the days much more exciting.

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Discover why we won BIG in the Locals Choice Awards!

We love our community and our loyal customers and are so grateful for the privilege of serving you with art, books and jewelry designed to make the heart glad in this challenging time.

Come in and let us delight you with fresh ideas.

Winner Art Gallery

Winner Boutique

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Winner Gift Shop

Honorable Mention Thrift Store

Honorable Mention Jewelry

8106 Mechanicsville Turnpike • 730-2665 • booksbeadsmore.com • CDs and DVDs

Thank you, Hanover!

We want to give a huge shout out to our loyal L&M customers for voting for us!

We’re proud to be the winners of the Local Choice for 2020 and couldn’t have done it without your help.

In a year that’s been anything but normal or easy, we want to say thank you for your continued support and business. We have been blessed to grow during a time that has been unpredictable in more ways than one.

If you’re planning a home update or refresh to your space, our experienced team is here to help. We have proudly served the Greater Richmond, Virginia, area since 1969.

CARPET • HARDWOOD • LAMINATE • TILE • LUXURY VINYL • AND MORE 6156 Mechanicsville Turnpike • 730-3016 www.LandMCarpetOneMechanicville.com

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Arts & Entertainment Dance Studio Art Gallery First Place Books Beads & More Honorable Mention Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

First Place The Dance Company Honorable Mention School of Dance Arts 804 Dance Place

Golf Course Band (local) First Place Sleave Honorable Mention Blair's West

First Place Queenfield Golf Club Honorable Mention The Crossings The Hollows

Bowling Alley First Place Bowlero Mechanicsville Honorable Mention Uptown Alley

Children's Party Spot First Place Cobblestone Hanover Lanes McDonald's

Historical Landmark First Place Windmill Honorable Mention Cold Harbor Battlefield Park Historic Pole Green Church Hanover Tavern

Karaoke First Place Gus' Italian Cafe

Music School

Eats & Drinks Bakery First Place Lark Baking Co. & Market Honorable Mention Willams Bakery 7 Muffins A Day

First Place Greater Richmond School of Music Bar & Grill Honorable Mention First Place Mako Music School Industrial Taphouse Honorable Mention Summer Camp Gus' Italian Cafe First Place Kreggers Tap and Table Greater Richmond School Sports Page Bar & Grill of Music Honorable Mention Barbecue Aerial East First Place The Ozone Carter's Pigpen Bar-B-Que

Winery First Place James River Cellars Winery Honorable Mention Saudé Creek Vineyards

Honorable Mention The Salty Pig Smokehouse Buz and Ned's Real Barbecue Q Barbeque

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We want to thank everyone for voting us #1 in the Local’s Choice Dinner category and Honorable Mention in the Italian category!

Come & Checkout Our New Self Pour Tap Room 7500 Jackson Arch Drive, Mechanicsville, VA 23111

804-730-0900

Your Partner in Care Giving

Thank you to the community for voting us #1 ADULT DAY HEALTH SERVICES

• Reliable health care, recreation and companionship during the day • Alzheimer’s/Dementia Care • Assistance with personal care and activities of Medicaid CC Plus Wa C daily living iver Accepte d • Socialization and structured therapeutic activities • Health monitoring by full-time CNAs and part-time RN • Breakfast, Lunch and Snacks provided • New program for veterans available, call for more information • Financial Aid available • Licensed by Department of Social Services

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Thank you for choosing us as your Local’s Choice for Best Pest Control!

UNIVERSAL EXTERMINATING CO Family Owned & Operated by the Belfield Family Since 1971 Providing quality termite and pest control at reasonable prices.

746-1631 www.uecva.com

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Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

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• Community-based and center-based day support for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities • Every activity & interaction reinforces individual preferences & builds on strengths • Assistance and training with personal care needs Medica id DD Waiv • Health monitoring by full-time CNAs er Accept ed • Licensed by Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services

CELEBRATING 50 YEARS IN BUSINESS!

www.hanoveradultcenter.com Cold Harbor Business Center 7231 Stonewall Parkway Mechanicsville, VA 23111 • 804.746.0743 A Special Supplement to The Mechanicsville Local & Ashland-Hanover Local

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Breakfast First Place Riverbound Cafe Honorable Mention Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Lark Baking Co. & Market

Brewery First Place Center of the Universe Brewing Company Honorable Mention Hardywood Intermission Beer Company Triple Crossing Beer

Buffet First Place Cold Harbor Restaurant Honorable Mention Stevi B's Pizza Buffet Ginger Red Asian Bistro

Chinese First Place Ginger Red Honorable Mention Peking Restaurant Chen's Chinese Restaurant

Dinner First Place The Giambancos Italian Grill Honorable Mention Industrial Taphouse Roma Restaurant, Catering & Events

Italian First Place Roma Restaurant, Catering & Events Honorable Mention The Giambancos Italian Grill Giovanni's Pizza

Coffee First Place Local Cup Honorable Mention Little Bean Coffee Company Lark Bakery

Deli First Place EAT Kitchen and Catering Honorable Mention Lark Baking Co. & Market Publix Red Rooster Country Store

Hamburger First Place Riverbound Cafe Honorable Mention Industrial Taphouse Five Guys

Korean First Place Ginger Red Asian Bistro Honorable Mention Bonchon Mechanicsville Fuju's Asian

Hot Dog First Place Sam's Hot Dog Stand Honorable Mention Sonic

Lunch First Place Carter's Pigpen Bar-B-Que Honorable Mention Industrial Taphouse Lark Baking Co. & Market

Ice Cream Dessert First Place Lark Baking Co. & Market Honorable Mention 7 Muffins A Day Sugar Sweet Dessert Cafe

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First Place Bruster's Real Ice Cream Honorable Mention Treats And Treasures Inc. Gelati Celesti Ice Cream see EATS & DRINKS, pg. 7

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honor that we would expect our own family to be treated with during such a difficult time. In a world where so many things have become impersonal and strictly business oriented, we have striven to not only serve with dignity but to make personal connections with each family over the years. With your continued support, we promise to continue to serve with compassion, understanding, and most by the readers of the Mechanicsville Local. When we decided to break ground in this community, the of all, with humility. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you Mechanicsville. We are proud to call very same community we were born and raised Hanover our home! in, we wanted to bring back the family approach Sincerely, to funeral service that has been absent with the emergence of all the corporate and big chain Jerry Monaghan firms. Since 2007, we have made it our mission to treat each and every family with the respect and Owner and President All of us here at the Monaghan Funeral Home family would like to express our deepest and most humble gratitude for being voted the

#1 FUNERAL HOME IN MECHANICSVILLE

Pictured from left to right: Tammy Olsen (Licensed Funeral director and office manager, Daniel “Burt” Olsen (Licensed Funeral Director and General Manager), Jerry Monaghan (Licensed Funeral Director/Owner/ President), Chandler Monaghan (Licensed Funeral Service Intern), Niely Morgan (Licensed Funeral Director)

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Mexican First Place Mexico Restaurant Honorable Mention The Patron Mexican Restaurant Rico's Mexican Grill

Pizza First Place 360 Pizzeria Honorable Mention Roma Restaurant, Catering & Events Anna's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria

Seafood First Place Capt Gregs Seafood Honorable Mention Calabash Seafood Halterman's Eatery Skrimp Shack

Sports Bar First Place Sports Page Bar & Grill Honorable Mention Gus' Italian Cafe Buffalo Wild Wings

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First Place Scherm Family Chiropractic Honorable Mention Health Link Chiropractic Atlee Chiropractic

First Place Outback Steakhouse Day Spa Honorable Mention First Place Texas Roadhouse Old Mechanicsville Firebirds Wood Fired Grill Health Spa Honorable Mention Laura D's Hair & Day Spa

Family Physician Office First Place Ashcake Family Practice Honorable Mention Cold Harbor Family Physicians Mechanicsville Medical

Gym First Place Salle Green Fencing School Honorable Mention Gold's Gym American Family Fitness

Thai First Place Pad Thai Restaurant Honorable Mention Ginger Red Asian Bistro Marigold Thai

Dentist First Place Boyle Dentistry Honorable Mention Elrod and Dunham Dentistry Virginia Family Dentistry

Wings First Place Buffalo Wild Wings Honorable Mention Sports Page Bar & Grill Bonchon Mechanicsville

Dietitian First Place Susan Hulburt Honorable Mention Dr. Ruth Latham

Gymnastics First Place Aerial East Gymnastics

Hearing First Place Hanover Audiology Honorable Mention Virginia Ear Nose & Throat Associates Pediatric & Adult ENTAssoc PC see HEALTH & FITNESS, pg. 14

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We want to thank you for voting for us.

We just celebrated 15 years in business and we are so honored to be chosen as the number one pet groomer.

We offer: self serve dog washing, full service washing, grooming, and nail trimming.

Remember, we supply everything but the dog!

7999 Creighton Parkway Mechanicsville VA 23111 804-730-Sudz (7839) Follow us on Facebook.

Celebr ating 44 years!

Trusted value, selection and service from a local jeweler with more than 44 years of experience.

Thank you for voting Susan McLauchlan Jewelers as your favorite jewelry store!

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G.I.A. GRADUATE GEMOLOGIST BILL FOREMAN ON SITE

Craftsmanship at its finest.

10388 Leadbetter Rd. Located in the Hanover Air Park• 550-2505

It is with great honor and pleasure to have been able to serve the loyal communityy of Mechanicsville over the past years.This year is even more meaningful for our company as we celebrate 25 years in business!! I am humbled by the recognition of the Mechanicsville Local newspaper and our community for being chosen as the People’s Choice ‘Best Landscape Company’ in our area.

I am grateful for the support, trust and loyalty the community has shown to my company over the past 25 years. I have also been blessed with great employees that work hard every day to serve our clients to make sure they receive the quality and reliable service we are known for.

It has been rewarding to design, build and maintain so many beautiful landscapes over the years but most importantly we have gained many friendships along the way that are so valuable to us.We look forward to continuing our business for many years to come.We appreciate all of the love and support and we wish you and your family a healthy and safe 2021.

Sincerely, Charles Kirby Jr. President Kirby’s Lawn and Landscaping Service Inc. 8B

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Thank you Hanover!

WE DO THE SHOPPING. YOU DO THE SAVING.

804-789-0795 www.AtkinsonInsuranceAgency.com

We would like to say thank you, very much for voting

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We sincerely appreciate all of your support!

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IN MECHANICSVILLE 2ND YEAR IN A ROW (2019 & 2020)

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Thank you for all your business and support especially this past year.

We are very thankful and proud to serve Mechanicsville.

Online Ordering now available at Romaitalian.com Contact us about our private Dining rooms and catering Also, winning Honorable Mention for Dinner, Catering & Pizza!

7240 Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville,VA 23111 • www.Romaitalian.com

T hank you, Hanover County!

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From all of us at Wells Tree Service, we would like to say thank you to everyone who took the time to vote for us in this year’s The Mechanicsville Local & Ashland-Hanover Local “The Local’s Choice” contest. We could not be more proud of our outstanding team and our dedicated customers who truly make this recognition possible. Our vision is simple, be the best at what we do and provide the service our customers have come to expect. Thank you for allowing us to serve you for over 50 years and for voting for us as the best tree company in the area!

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Wells Tree Service Wayne Wells, Owner

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WHY CHOO SE DOR DORN’S? S? CHOOSE

THANK YOU! YOU!

 State of the art equipment

The Dorn’s Family would like to express our sincere appreciation for your business, confidence, loyalty and support.

We are deeply thankful and look forward to continue serving all your vehicle needs.

 Highly trained professionals

manufacturer certified I-CARE GOLD trained ASE certified  Certified repairs  24/7 transport services

we can pick up and drop off your vehicle  Full service mechanical repair

COME CHE COME CHECK CK OUT OUR NEW NEW SERV SE RVICE ICE CEN CENTE TER R NOW OPE OPEN N!

 Lifetime warranty on body work  2-year/24,000 mile warranty on

mechanical repairs  Check out our Detailing department

ASK AS K AB ABO OUT OUR AUTOSPA FO FOR R LI LIFE PAR ART TNERI RIN NG WI WIT TH YOU SINCE 1964

DORN DORN’S AUT TO HAS AS A STATE-OF OF-THE THE-AR ART—

ADV AD VAN ANCE CED D DRI DRIVE VER R ASS ASSISTAN ANCE CE SYSTEM (AD (ADAS) AS) ADAS systems are quickly becoming standard equipment. It displays alerts, provides camera images, takes instantaneous control of the vehicle as needed, and provides information about the vehicle surroundings.

If you have sensor problems, give our Auto Center a call today!

DORN ORN’S IS A PLAC P ACE YOU CAN TRUS RUST TO KEE EEP YO YOU SAFE, SAF E, BO BOTH TH IN AND AND O OUT OF YO YOUR VEH VEHICL ICLE. E. WE RECYCLE:

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COVID PREVENTION: Dedicated to handwashing between customers Regularly disinfect building contact areas Provide digital invoicing if preferred Disinfect contact areas in vehicle Store keys in plastic bag Exercise social distancing Pens are 1 time use

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1st Place Winner

Where you ALWAYS get a BETTER BUY and SERVICE Too! Factory Trained Technicians Trained Sales Associates Relaxed Atmosphere • Since 1964

Greater Richmond School of Music

We sell large and small appliances including: Beverage Chillers Compactors & Disposers Cooking Parts & Accessories

9109 Dickey Drive, Mechanicsville, VA 23116 (near 295/301 intersection)

Refrigerators Washers & Dryers Wolf Gourmet

BEST Music School + BEST Summer Camp

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Instructors all hold Music Degrees

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APSPTLOIARENCE STORE

• 15 Point Oil Change • Coolant Flush • Tire Rotation • Fuel Filter Service • Tire Balance • Fuel Injection Service • Transmission Service • Cabin Air Filter Replacement p

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The Lube Tech Difference is Clear

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✓ Locally Owned ✓ Vacuum Interior ✓ Check/Fill Brake Fluid ✓ Combined 85 YEAR of Service Experience

Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-6pm, Saturday 8am-5pm 9080 Atlee Station Road, Mechanicsville, VA 23116

✓ FREE Service Engine Light Reset/Code Reset with oil Change ✓ FREE Battery Check with oil Change ✓ FREE Wi-Fi

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WE SERVICE ALL NATIONAL FLEET ACCOUNTS—ARI, DONLEN, ENTERPRISE FS, EMKAY, G.E. FLEET, LEASE PLAN, MAP, ELEMENT, WHEELS, AND WRIGHT EXPRESS

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Thank for your continued TRUST!

Currently Open for Takeout Only

Thank you for voting us Best Hot Dog FIVE YEARS IN A ROW! STORE HOURS

Monday-Friday 11 a.m.-3 p.m. • Saturday 11 a.m.-2 p.m. • Closed Sunday

9502 Chamberlayne Rd. Unit 12, Mechanicsville, VA • (804) 559-7267 (SAMS)

Franchises Available

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Welcoming new patients to our expanding practice!

- Dr. Schafer

Recommended by your neighbors!

Search us online to read what our patients are saying about us.

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CATERING AVAILABLE

LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED

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Orthodontist

HEALTH & FITNESS Continued from pg. 7

Massage Therapist First Place Old Mechanicsville Health Spa Honorable Mention Health Link Chiropractic Scherm Family ChiropracticDebbie Luther

Pharmacy

First Place Dominion Orthodontics Honorable Mention Monacell Orthodontic Virginia Braces and Invisalign® Center Nicholas Germane Orthodontics

Pediatrician Office Optometrist

First Place Pediatric Associates of Virginia Honorable Mention Bon Secours Pediatrics of Mechanicsville Hanover Pediatrics

First Place CVS Honorable Mention Mechanicsville Drug Store Publix

Physical Therapist First Place Tuckahoe Orthopaedic Associates MRMC Honorable Mention Performance Physical Therapy and Sports Training Physical Therapy Solutions see HEALTH & FITNESS pg. 18

Thank you for voting us “Best Coffee” in Hanover 3 years in a row!

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thelocalcup.com

9502 Chamberlayne Rd, Mechanicsville

First Place Michel P Kish, OD Honorable Mention Virginia Eye Institute Charles W. Harrill, OD

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Thank you for trusting us for all your roofing needs!

From new construction, re-roofs and repairs on your homes in the RVA area and through the Northern Neck area.

804-559-4144 (RVA)

804-435-4044 (Northern Neck)

mrcva.com VA Class A Licensed

Family Owned and Operated

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Celebrating 21 3 years of business.

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Thank you to the customers and employees that have made it possible for the restaurant 3 years. to be in business for 21

MECHANICSVILLE TOYOTA OYOTA

Thank you to all the customers that nominated the restaurant for honors in The Mechanicsville Local.

Banquet rooms available • Breakfast Buffet: Fri. 7-11am, Sat. 7am-1pm, Sun. 8am-1:30pm.

A Cut Above the Rest!!!!

Voted Best Daycare 2020

FUN and EXCITEMENT for Kids in a SAFE and COMFORTABLE Place 16B

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For Our Awesome Kids

11169 Air Park Rd Ashland, Va 23005 804-723-1222 …...www. ToTheOzone.com

Thank You Awesome Staff For the Awesome Programs

The Ozone - Daycare and Summer Camps

COME DINE WITH US TODAY! 8153 MECHANICSVILLE TNPK • 746-4333

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Thank You Mechanicsville!

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Veterinarian/Vet Hospital First Place Hanover Green Veterinary Clinic Honorable Mention Mechanicsville Animal Hospital Hanover Animal Hospital Lee Davis Veterinary Hospital Rutland Animal Hospital

Adult Daycare First Place Beechwell Adult Day Program,LLC Hanover Adult Daycare SOAR365

First Place Yoga on Center Honorable Mention Pulse Barre Studio Health Link Family Chiropractic

First Place Lube Tech of Mechanicsville Honorable Mention 301 Auto Repair Tire Pros

Caterer First Place EAT Kitchen and Catering Honorable Mention Roma Restaurant, Catering & Events Homemades By Suzanne

Assisted Living Facility First Place Covenant Woods Honorable Mention Autumn Care

Attorney/Law Firm Yoga/Barre Studio

Auto Services

First Place Tronfeld West & Durrett Honorable Mention Allen, Allen, Allen & Allen The Railside Law Group

Barbershop First Place Bob's Hair Shop Honorable Mention Fadez & Bladez Barber Shop Charlie's Barber Shop

Computer Repair Services First Place Sklar Technology Partners Honorable Mention Geek Squad

Builder First Place Contractor Balducci Builders, Inc. First Place Honorable Mention Branch Property Services RCI Builders Honorable Mention Graybeale Construction Inc SJB Contracting

Auto Body Shop

Services Accountant First Place RBI Services Honorable Mention Tronfeld West & Durrett McCauly , Martin, Evans & Cook P.C. 18B

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First Place Collision One Car Care Center Honorable Mention Dorn's Body and Paint Beautiful Bodies Auto & Truck

Car Wash First Place Car Pool Car Wash Flagstop Car Wash Honorable Mention Lube Tech of Mechanicsville LL Auto Detailing

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Daycare First Place The Ozone Honorable Mention Taekwondo Works Bundle of Joy Childtime of Mechanicsville

Financial Institution/ Planning Firm First Place Mary M.M. Ashby, Primerica Financial Services Honorable Mention Sonabank M&T Bank

Heating & Cooling First Place Air Pro Mechanical LLC River City Heating & Air Honorable Mention Herman W. Allen, Inc. Middleton Heating & Air, Inc. Woodfin Your Home Team

Home Improvement First Place Hard Lines Home Improvements Honorable Mention Aikey's Home Improvements, LLC Branch Property Services L & M Carpet One Floor & Home

Flooring Company Dry Cleaner First Place Hanover Cleaners & Tuxedo Rental Honorable Mention Puritan Cleaners Rutland Dry Cleaners

Electrician First Place SmartWire 360 Honorable Mention D S Mitchell Electric Inc. Mechanicsville Electrical

First Place L & M Carpet One Floor & Home Honorable Mention Carpet America

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Funeral Home First Place Monaghan Funeral Home Honorable Mention Bennett Funeral Home Woody's Funeral Home

Hair Salon First Place Guys & Dolls Honorable Mention Stylist Sophie Agostino Sola Salon Studios

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SERVICES Continued from pg. 19

Home Remodeling First Place Hard Lines Home Improvements Honorable Mention Aikey's Home Improvements, LLC Balducci Additions and Remodeling

Insurance Company First Place Atkinson Insurance Agency LLC Honorable Mention Ronald R Toombs Insurance Inc RBI Services

Landscaping First Place Kirby's Lawn & Landscaping Honorable Mention Greener Days Landscaping

First Place D1 Moving & Storage Honorable Mention All My Sons Moving & Storage Door To Door Solutions

Pet Boarding First Place Apple Dog Daycare, Lodging & Grooming Hanover Your Pet LLC Honorable Mention Alpha Love Dog Training

Pool/Spa Company First Place Pla-Mor Pools

Powerwashing First Place Virginia Powerwash Inc.

Real Estate Company Nail Salon First Place Fancy Nail Honorable Mention Ruby Nails & Spa Tia's Tips & Toes

Pet Grooming First Place Pups N Sudz Honorable Mention Pet Smart

First Place Hometown Realty Honorable Mention Dalton Realty Realty Richmond

Photographer Painting First Place S&S Painting, LLC

Pest Control First Place Universal Exterminating Co., Inc. Honorable Mention Integrated Pest Control Allied Termite and Pest Control

First Place Anika Colombo Photography Honorable Mention Jessica Robertson Photographic Artistry Kristie Bradley Photography

Plumbing Company First Place M. A. Williams Honorable Mention Herman W. Allen, Inc.

Roofing Service First Place Martin Roofing Company Honorable Mention J. King DeShazo, III, INC. Deshazo and Son Roofing Incorporated

Senior Living Community First Place Covenant Woods see SERVICES, pg. 21

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First Place #1 Tailor Honorable Mention A-1 Tailor Richard Cleaners

First Place Aikey's Home Improvements, LLC Honorable Mention Balducci Exteriors BNW Builders Mobile Pro Auto Glass Inc Tanning Salon First Place Storage Palm Beach First Place Honorable Mention Lee Davis Mini Storage Cameron B. Carson, LLC Honorable Mention Key West Tanning Blue & Gray Self Storage Native Sun Tanning Prime Storage

First Place Artistic Obsession Tattoo Honorable Mention Loose Screw Tattoo

Tractor & Lawn Repair First Place Atkinson

Travel Agency First Place Cruise Planners - Chris & Cassie Brown Honorable Mention Star Vision Travel AAA Travel Guides Royal Treatment Travel

Tree Service First Place Wells Tree Service Honorable Mention Howard Tree Service Shady Tree Service see SERVICES, pg. 22

TRIMMING • TOPPING TREE AND STUMP REMOVAL LOT CLEAR • GRAVEL DRIVEWAYS FIREWOOD • CUSTOM LANDSCAPING DANGEROUS/DEAD TREE REMOVAL

RESIDENTIAL / COMMERICAL FREE ESTIMATES

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The Staff of Shady Tree Service would like to thank all of our loyal customers for making our business what it is today. Shady Tree Service has been serving the Richmond Metro Area for over twenty years.

It has been our pleasure working for you and providing you with excellent service.

We look forward to servicing the Richmond Metro Area for many more years to come!!

Sincerely, William A. Silva, Jr., President

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SERVICES Continued from pg. 21

Videographer First Place Bradley Elgin Guy In The Sky, LLC Patriot Productions

First Place Lipscombe Appliance Honorable Mention Lowe's Home Improvement Lakeside Appliance

Shopping

Bookstore First Place Books, Beads & More, Inc. Honorable Mention Barnes & Noble Chop Suey Books

Children's Clothing First Place Kid to Kid

Comic Book Store First Place Third Eye Comics

Boutique

Antiques Auto Dealership First Place First Place Class and Trash At Scott's Mechanicsville Toyota Addition Honorable Mention Through the Garden Gate Bill Talley Ford Honorable Mention Mechanicsville Honda Red Poppy Pickin' By Chelsea's Creations, LLC

First Place Books, Beads & More, Inc. Honorable Mention For Posh Sake Belle Cottage

Fishing Supply Store First Place Green Top Hunt Fish Honorable Mention Bass Pro Shop see SHOPPING, pg. 23

We would like to thank the community for your continued support through these trying times for voting us

# BEST PIZZA IN THE AREA.

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We attribute our success to the knowledge we have 1st Place gained over the years in the “traditional cold rise method for our dough,” as well as the best available WINNER ingredients.

Thank you again to our customers and the Mechanicsville Local for this award.

We look forward for continuing growth in our community.

Danny and the team at 360 Pizzeria.

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SHOPPING Continued from pg. 22

Flowers/Gifts First Place Books, Beads & More, Inc. Honorable Mention Flowers By Zoie Coleman Brothers Flowers, Inc. King William Florist

Furniture Store First Place Home-makers Furniture Red Barn Furniture Outlet

Hunting Supply Store

First Place Publix Super Market Honorable Mention Kroger Food Lion

Hardware Store

First Place Green Top Hunt Fish Honorable Mention Bass Pro Dick's Sporting Goods Tractor Supply

Jewelry Store

First Place Pleasants Hardware Honorable Mention Lowe's Home Improvement Ace Hardware

Thrift Store First Place Goodwill Mechanicsville Retail Store Honorable Mention The Fix Thrift Books, Beads & More, Inc. ReStore Hanover Habitat for Humanity

First Place Susan McLauchlan Jewelers Honorable Mention Books, Beads & More, Inc. Glasco Jewelers

YOGA - PILATES - COMMUNITY

THANKS TO THE LOCALS FOR VOTING FOR US AS “BEST YOGA/BARRE STUDIO” IN THE ASHLAND AND MECHANICSVILLE AREA! WE ARE SO GRATEFUL TO EACH OF YOU. WE HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON IN STUDIO OR BY ZOOM!

403 S. CENTER STREET, ASHLAND, VA www.yogaoncenterva.com

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S&S Painting is voted 2020 Local’s Choice Winner!!

This is the 5th year in a row that the company has won! In 2016, 2017, and 2019 the company won first place and honorable mention in 2018.

S&S Painting wants to thank all of our customers for supporting us over the past 17 years, especially this past year, during Covid. We would not have been able to keep painting with out you!

As we continue to move forward, we are still following CDC and OSHA guidelines to keep our customers and employees safe during the pandemic.

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WINNER S&S Painting is comprised of an office manager, an operations manager and 7 painters. The interior painting company offers a wide variety of services, including traditional and decorative finishes, cabinetry painting, wallpaper removal, drywall repair, furniture painting and color consulting. For more information, contact Stacey Spear at info@sspaintingllc.com or call (804) 399-7429. You can also visit the website at www.sspaintingllc.com.

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