Sophia Cassis and Jonathan Sutkus lead the Class of 2022 at Atlee High School as valedictorian and salutatorian, with grade point averages of 4.557 and 4.556, respectively.
A crowd of spectators flocked to the Ashland Junction Shopping Center this month to witness an impressive display of vintage and new cars for the first Kar-Wanis Car Show.
A proposal to amend a conditional use permit in regard to an existing construction debris landfill and borrow pit faced pushback from residents during last week’s Hanover County Planning Commission meeting.
There is so much joy to be found in exploring the hidden stories of Hanover County residents. Recently, hearing the enriching story of a resident who will soon turn 100 has offered a comforting message of life – specifically, the curious nature of time.
Reader discusses ‘2000 Mules’ film and voter fraud
MOORE, Sherry A., 55, of Richmond passed away on Thursday, May 12, 2022. She was preceded in death by her mother, Betty Stewart; stepfather, James Stewart; and her grandson, Charles Woods. Family remaining to cherish Sherry's memories are her husband, Jeffery Moore; children, John Martin Jr.…
LEWIS, Mr. James Lee, 79, of Mechanicsville, passed away peacefully on May 19, 2022. He is survived by his wife, Mary; two sons, Jeff and Steven; granddaughter, Ashley; and great-grandson, Raffi. He will be dearly missed, but always present in our hearts. Per James's last wishes, no memorial…
CAMPBELL, Arthur Von Jr., 77, of Mechanicsville, went to be with the Lord on May 14, 2022, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was the son of the late Arthur Von Campbell Sr. and Carolyn Sinclair Campbell. He is survived by his devoted wife of 58 years, Diane; his two loving children, …
SHEPPERSON, George Christopher Jr., 93, of Mechanicsville/Dunnsville, went to be with the Lord on May 15, 2022. He was born on October 24, 1928. He is survived by his wife, Bettye Shepperson; children Sharon Mueller (Frank), Chris Shepperson and Vickie Brooks; and grandchildren, Kyla, Taylor…
Members of the Superintendent’s Secondary Student Advisory Panel were spotlighted during last week’s Hanover School Board meeting, highlighting how the young students have served as powerful voices for their peers over the years and spurred meaningful change within their leadership roles.
The Hanover School Board is considering an amendment to its current Student Conduct Policy that more clearly and specifically addresses student protests, demonstrations and walkouts.
Two photographers for Richmond Suburban News have claimed awards for the Virginia Press Association’s 2021 News and Advertising Contest.
The Hanover Women’s Club celebrated the club’s 100th anniversary last week, gathering at the St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Hanover for a potluck-style luncheon, sharing an afternoon mingling and enjoying refreshments to mark the club’s milestone.
BRIERE, Leo Joseph Jr., 94, of Mechanicsville, Virginia, passed peacefully on May 7, 2022, at his home. He was born in Holyoke, Massachusetts on February 22, 1928 and was predeceased by his two oldest sons, Clifford Alan and Michael Jerome. He is survived by his wife of 72 years, Charlotte A…
DILLARD, Frankie Jean Tuck, 70, of Mechanicsville, peacefully passed away on May 9, 2022. Her passing ended a 22-month decline in health that she navigated with grace, love and humor. Frankie was preceded in death by her husband, Johnny; parents, Frank and Mary Ann Tuck; and brother, O.F. Tu…
HARDING, Patricia Trice, 79, of Mechanicville, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 7, 2022. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert G. and Nannie Garnett Trice; sister, Theresa (her twin); aunt, Ethel; and uncle, Russell Harris. Patricia is survived by her daughter, Robin Hard…
JOHNSON, Elizabeth Anderson, of Mechanicsville, passed away on May 9, 2022 at the age of 94. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Theodore W. Anderson Sr. and George W. Johnson; sister, Katherine Hall; brother, Marvin Davis; grandson, Cody Anderson; and great-granddaughter, Faith Corbi…
NUERNBERG, Patricia Anne Daugherty, 81, of Mechanicsville, Va., went to be with the Lord on May 7, 2022. She was preceded in death by her parents, Dorothy and James Daugherty Jr. She is survived by her son, Albert N. Pembroke Jr.; sisters, Bobbie Tinsley and Jean Marshall; nieces, Jan Osborn…
RUSSELL, Curtis L. "Curt," 57, of Portsmouth, passed away May 6, 2022. He is survived by his wife, Hillary Russell; parents, Charles and Joan Russell; sister, Wyndi Munn (Bill); and two nephews, Jonathan and Russell Munn. Curt was a graduate of Lee-Davis High School and was a former employee…
SANYOUR, Helen Powell, passed away May 3, 2022. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Aubrey "Bobby" Lee Sanyour; and daughter, Robin (Sanyour) Kreutler. Helen is survived by her son, Stephen Sanyour; daughter-in-law, Sheila Sanyour; son-in-law, James Kreutler; grandchildren, Dani…
News and social media accounts about how life changed for many people during the COVID-19 pandemic abounded. More people stuck at home were getting outdoors, planting gardens and adopting pets from animal shelters, we were told.
Parent wants to protect ‘the kids beneath the politics’
Randolph-Macon College (R-MC) recently held a weekend of celebration to recognize the opening of the school’s new Center for the Performing Arts, which offers an exciting expansion to the school’s variety of performing arts programs along with a beautiful open space for students and faculty …
Longtime Commonwealth’s Attorney for Hanover County R. E. “Trip” Chalkley was awarded the 2022 Battlefield District Spirit of Scouting Award last week, honoring his many years of outstanding service to the county.
Organizers of the Ashland Strawberry Faire recently held its third annual Scholarship and Sponsors Recognition reception to celebrate the events sponsors while commemorating the exceptional recipients of this year’s Hanover County Scholarship Program.