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THURSDAY, JUNE 17, 2021 VOL. LXXXIV, no. 24 NEW SERIES (USPS 220-560) GLOUCESTER, VA. 23061 | MATHEWS, VA. 23109 two sections 30 pages 75 CENTS November’s Together, GHS Class of 2021 receives its diplomas BY KIM ROBINS conditions in the GHS stadi- ballots um Saturday afternoon, but They were six feet apart it did not dampen the spir- but all together, and that is its of those about to receive are set what the Gloucester High the crowning achievement of BY SHERRY HAMILTON School Class of 2021 wanted. their 13 years of studies. About 390 GHS graduates re- COVID-19 created a senior The slates of local candi- ceived their diplomas Satur- year full of uncertainties for dates are set for the Novem- day afternoon during a two- the Class of 2021, and both ber 2 general election, with hour commencement in the of the class’s top scholars both Gloucester and Mathews school stadium. referred to them in their fielding multiple candidates School officials had initial- speeches. for the board of supervi- ly proposed three different “Unlike any other class be- sors and school board, while commencement ceremonies fore us, we have been faced Gloucester has one candidate over the course of the day with tackling a new world running unopposed for clerk and limited guests due to of remote learning upon the of circuit court. COVID-19 restrictions. They eve of our senior year—a Gloucester next were able to consider time in which anticipation of In the Gloucester Board of two ceremonies, with half of our final year of high school Supervisors race, Petsworth the class in each one. turned into a series of un- District Supervisor Michael A survey of seniors showed knowns: Will grades still R. Winebarger will be facing that graduating together and count? What does an asyn- off against challenger Ken W. the maximum number of chronous day even mean? Gibson, and At-large Supervi- guests were important con- Is my microphone muted? sor Kevin M. Smith will work cerns for their commence- Please do not let them hear to fend off Teresa L. Altemus. ment. When COVID restric- my sister yelling in the back- tions were eased near the ground. Will we even have a SEE BALLOTS, PAGE 7A end of May, GHS was able graduation ceremony?” said plan for one ceremony with class valedictorian Madelyn each graduate receiving 10 Junker. guest tickets. Junker also referred to pas- Rain overnight and light KIM ROBINS / GAZETTE-JOURNAL Juneteenth showers in the morning SEE GHS 2021, PAGE 17A Gloucester High School senior chorus members, from left, Payton Thorpe, Lewis Lawrence, Veronica Trist and Devonte Garcia celebration made for somewhat soggy sang the national anthem and the GHS alma mater during the school’s commencement ceremonies Saturday afternoon. in Gloucester on Saturday Meeting Monday on proposed BY SHERRY HAMILTON A coalition of local religious mixed use project in Dutton and civic organizations will hold the second annual lo- BY MELANY SLAUGHTER project is to build multifamily multifamily dwellings, con- cal celebration of Juneteenth homes with some small retail dominiums, townhouses, or from 5:30-7 p.m. on Saturday, Rhetson Companies, Inc., businesses. shopping centers. June 19, at the First United will hold a community meet- Planning and Zoning Direc- Rhetson wants to work with Baptist Church, 6188 George ing on Monday evening at tor Thomas Jenkins said that the community on its pro- Washington Memorial High- 6 o’clock at the Piankatank the company has applied to posed project, not against it. way, Gloucester. The event Ruritan Club in Hudgins to rezone the property from Ru- “We want to be part of the will be held rain or shine out- gather feedback from the ral to Business-2. According community, not fighting the doors on the church grounds. community about a mixed use to Thomas, if the rezoning community,” said Parker. The theme of this year’s project that it is considering is successful, the developer Parker said that Rhetson will event is “CommUNITY & Cul- in Dutton behind the FasMart. would additionally be re- not try to construct anything ture…History & Heritage,” According to John Parker, quired to obtain conditional on the property that may be said a press release. Among project manager, Rhetson use permits for any of the fol- a nuisance to the community, the speakers will be Civil War wants to address any ques- lowing: a commercial building such as bars, night clubs or a historian Dr. Wesley Wilson tions or concerns surround- exceeding 7,500 sq. ft., any superstore. The company is and Bessida Cauthorne White, ing property owners may building that generates 150 or hoping that the property will president and co-founder of The familiar faces of Eva Mullins, above, and her friends are a welcome sight have about its potential proj- more vehicular trips during the Middle Peninsula African- in Gloucester’s senior living communities and nursing homes. ect. Rhetson’s goal for the the peak hour of operation, SEE DUTTON PROJECT, PAGE 7A American Historical and Ge- nealogical Association. Juneteenth commemorates the day that the last enslaved Mullins and company SEE JUNETEENTH, PAGE 7A love to spread the cheer Residents chime in on variety of State, local offices BY TYLER BASS topics at school board meeting Residents at Gloucester’s BY MELANY SLAUGHTER ing offense—and someone Vietnam—but it is more in- closed Friday for many assisted living fa- is always offended by some- sidious,” Dyar said. “Children Juneteenth cilities welcome the sight The Mathews School Board thing. Now the doctrine of are especially vulnerable to of Eva Mullins and com- heard from many residents at Critical Race Theory, or CRT, this dogma. One little girl of All courts, county offices, pany dressed in colorful Tuesday night’s meeting, for has come to our state and kindergarten age in New York school board offices, librar- costumes, strolling down many different reasons. neighboring school divisions. came home from school and ies, and DMV customer ser- the halls, spreading a bit Kaye Dyar of Cardi- We will have to make a deci- asked her mother: ‘Mommy, vice centers in Gloucester of happiness. Mullins is a Community Spotlight nal was the first resident sion as to whether to endorse am I bad because I’m white?’” and Mathews will be closed Gloucester resident who In this series, the Gazette- s i g n e d u p t o s p e a k d u r i n gand integrate the teachings David Jones also spoke on Friday, June 18, in obser- organizes monthly outings Journal shines the light on public comment period. of CRT, or parts of it, into our against Critical Race Theory vance of the Juneteenth state to the nursing homes and residents who are working to “America the beautiful, the school curriculum. I vote ‘no’ at the meeting. “I’m not go- holiday. senior living communities make this a better place. land of opportunity, the ‘melt- and ask you to do the same. ing to apologize for my color,” Waste facilities and ABC in the county with 20 of her ing pot,’ has now become “CRT itself is a form of psy- said Jones. “I’m a Christian,” stores in both counties will loyal friends. the land of political correct- chological assault in the man- Jones continued. “I don’t care be open. Post offices will be Mullins said she started herds and Sheep. The pro- ness, wokeness and equity,” ner of the KGB, Chinese cul- what color you are.” open, as well; Juneteenth is visiting the nursing homes gram had her and fellow began Dyar. “Much time is tural revolutionaries, and, to “Let the parents do the not a federal holiday. in 1993 when her church spent in discussions such as a lesser degree, the reeduca- ran a program called Shep- SEE EVA MULLINS, PAGE 7A which pronoun to avoid giv- tion camps of Cambodia and SEE SCHOOL BOARD, PAGE 7A

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Correction Newest Former Gloucester Coun- Toy truck destroyed by fire ty Clerk of Circuit Court member Margaret Walker retired in A toy truck fire that occurred December 2020 after a 44- in Gloucester last Wednesday The Kiwanis Club of year career. She did not re- provides a cautionary tale for Gloucester on May 19 sign, as stated in an article parents of small children. welcomed Linda Lewis as in the June 10 Gazette-Jour- Lieutenant Tony Villani, the newest member of nal about the Republican Fire Prevention Officer with the club. Here, club presi- party’s nomination of inter- Gloucester Volunteer Fire and dent David James presents im clerk Cathy Dale ahead Rescue Squad, responded to a Lewis her certificate of of the November general call on June 9 for a toy dump election. truck on fire. When he and his membership. crew arrived on Engine 45, the toy was blazing, and fire- fighters extinguished it with a water can, but all that was left were a few small pieces of metal and a black, smoldering spot in the grass where the toy had been. Villani said the homeowner reported that the toy truck, which the family had recent- ly purchased used, had quit working earlier that morn- ing, and they left it outside. Weekly Later, they saw smoke and went outdoors to investigate, only to find the toy in flames. This toy dump truck burst into flames and burned to ashes in Gloucester last week. They said the truck was not plugged in to a charger. They   Spotlight moved it away from the house Fine Used Books and filmed it as they waited for the fire department. It quickly became engulfed by TOMMY WHEAT flames. “Imagine what would have happened if the toy had been stored inside their home, ga- rage, or shed,” said Villani. Oasis BOOks ReOpens “Because it was plastic, it June 22-sept.  18 burned hot and quickly. It    would’ve quickly spread to Tues.-sat.   11 to 5pM destruction.” Virginia, Chesapeake  Bay,  U.s. History Since the truck was com- Literature, poetry, arts,  Biographies. pletely consumed by fire, Vil- Hardcover and  Hard to  Find Books lani said there was no way to new age, Healing  stones  & Crystals determine why it had burst   into flames, but he theorized  that the toy or the 12-volt bat-
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Y M C K THURSDAY JUNE 17, 2021 Mathews Mirror GLOUCESTER-MATHEWS GAZETTE-JOURNAL 3A Bridge closed to marine traffic Two county-owned Cake contest The Gwynn’s Island Bridge the Piankatank River and has been closed to boat traf- Chesapeake Bay,” said Mc- fic until further notice. Mo- Gowan in the press release. and sale at torists can expect potential “We are working urgently to delays until 5 p.m. on Sun- assess the bridge equipment communications towers are sought day, said a notice on 511vir- to determine next steps, and BY SHERRY HAMILTON company first contracted to Although the plan is pricey museum on ginia.org. we will announce more infor- provide the county with con- at nearly $2.5 million, Jeff According to a press re- mation as soon as we devel- The Mathews Broadband sulting services. The proposal Beekhoo said much of the lease from the Virginia De- op a plan to repair.” Advisory Board voted on at the time was to have a tele- cost would be offset by ap- Saturday partment of Transportation, Updates to the repairs Tuesday to ask the board of communications company proximately $1.52 million in At least 20 cakes are ex- the Route 223 bridge over were slated to be placed on supervisors to approve a plan build one of the towers in or- revenues the county could pected to be judged on Milford Haven that connects message boards on Route to erect two county-owned der to provide better service expect to earn over a 10-year Saturday for the Father’s Gwynn’s Island to mainland and at a place visible for wa- communications towers and to its customers. However, period from leasing equip- Day Cake Contest at the Mathews needs addition- tercraft in Milford Haven be- seek up to $2.48 million in getting a big company such ment space on the towers to Mathews Historical Mu- al work after mechanical ginning this week. grant funding to pay for the as Verizon or AT&T to com- various companies. seum on 200 Main Street, equipment that operates the Built in 1938, the bridge towers, 18 repeater poles, an mit to such an investment in Beekhoo said the towers Mathews. After the win- bridge’s movable swing span over Milford Haven opens to underground fiber backhaul, a rural community has proven could be paid for with a com- ner is announced at noon, experienced a failure last marine traffic approximately and other supporting broad- to be difficult, said Beekhoo, bination of funding from a cakes will be offered to the Wednesday evening. 3,000 times a year—more band equipment. Members explaining further that once a Virginia Telecommunications public for $10 each. More information on the than any other state-main- also voted to ask that the tower is in place, such compa- Initiative grant and from the The museum will be open repair timeline is expected tained movable bridge in Vir- board extend the county’s nies will be amenable to rent- funding the county will re- from 9 a.m., the deadline for later this week, said VDOT ginia, said the release. contract with consulting firm ing space on it for equipment. ceive under the federal gov- entrants to drop off their Fredericksburg District The bridge’s navigational Broadband Telecom for an- Beekhoo said that, once ernment’s American Rescue cakes, until 2 p.m. Maintenance Administrator clearance is 11 feet verti- other six months to a year so built, the towers will have Plan Act 2021. For now, how- In addition to the cake Joyce McGowan in response cally and 80 feet horizontally the company can continue no continuing costs to the ever, no money is required. contest, the museum will of- to an inquiry. when closed. Watercraft that to provide the county with county, since the companies The only thing the board of fer hot dogs and chili lunch- “We are in the process of cannot navigate underneath broadband-related services. that install their equipment supervisors needs to do on es from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. finalizing our review and re- the bridge within this clear- The recommendations will on them will be responsible Tuesday, he said, is adopt the A schedule of planned pairs in order to establish a ance requires an opening. be presented to the board for ongoing maintenance and plan and let the Broadband museum openings this sum- reopening plan,” she said. McGowan said the con- of supervisors during the for providing customers with Advisory Board look for ways mer can be found on the “We know that summer is a tract on a planned major re- board’s monthly meeting, what they need to connect to to fund it. website, mathewsvamuse- busy time on the water, and pair of the bridge is expect- which will be held at 6 p.m. services. um.org. we regret that mariners that ed to be awarded sometime on Tuesday, June 22, in the “They will just be a revenue operate larger boats will not this fall. Harry M. Ward Auditorium at stream,” he said. have direct access to reach Mathews High School. While there’s a stereotypi- The vote on the towers cal idea that wireless isn’t Offering Professional came after Broadband Tele- reliable, said Beekhoo, the $20 8x10 Celebrate Father’s Day on Saturday com’s President and Founder problem with unreliable sys- & other Specials Jeff Beekhoo and the compa- tems lies in the quality of the On Wellness Day! at the ny’s GIS Specialist and Project equipment and the method of Manager Tyler Beekhoo gave installation. He said installing Mathews Historical Museum a presentation on the Fiber/ high quality Cambium Net- 200 Main St., Mathews Court House Wireless Study and Radio works equipment and using Frequency Analysis they con- frequencies in the Citizens June 26th, 1-5pm $10 donation, ducted as part of their Fiber Broadband Radio Spectrum under 12 FREE! Take the opportunity to purchase a Master Plan for the county. would provide a signal even 5pm- Food Served – donation Jeff Beekhoo explained in heavily wooded areas. The 6-8pm Community Drum Circle homemade cake to benefit the museum. $10 donation, under 12 FREE! $ that placing one tower at the towers would be installed Drums furnished/no experience needed Cakes available after 12 noon for 10 each Mathews Volunteer Rescue with line-of-sight connections You can stay all day or just enjoy part ☺ James Magee – “Farmily” Squad building on Cricket to the repeaters, he said, and Mindfulness Meditations & $ Hill Road at Hudgins and the the repeaters would transmit Theme - “All Our Animals” Martial Arts Instructor, Grab a hot dog & chili Lunch for 6 from other one at the Fire Station the signal reliably to the cus- A Day of Wellness, Music & Farm Fun! be sure to meet him! 11:30-1while waiting for judging to be over. on East River Road at Bohan- tomer, even where no line-of- Benefits the GMHS! 703-728-4055 non would, along with a fiber sight is available between the (pet food, cat litter, $$$, etc. collected) backhaul connection to a transmitter and receiver. Unique Day on the Farm…COME! mathewsvamuseum.org Details on Farm Event Page of the website central county facility and in “If you build it correctly, you www.cajfarm.com combination with 18 repeat- will have a decent, robust net- ers around the county, pro- work,” he said. “If you have CA & J Farm vide enough signal strength decent broadband service, An Educational Wellness & Music Farm to make high speed broad- streaming works flawlessly.” Medicinal Herbs & Eggs West Mathews Community League 5620 East River Rd. band available to every part Tyler Beekhoo said he used Foster, VA 23056 of Mathews, including across heat mapping technology to Jean 804-815-2839 Alternative Energy Healing bodies of water within the analyze how strong the signal Jen & Chad Fortney “Farmily” county. would be at various distanc- Sing a Song of Wellness! Handmade Treasures & Reiki Master The use of two towers to es from the two towers and Our Rhythm Share – Music at the Farm form the core of the system used census data to deter- was proposed by Broadband mine which homes would be & Telecom last year, when the served. WROTEN OIL COMPANY Mathews • 804-725-2565 PLANT ATTENTION: PRE-BUY CUSTOMERS Library to have youth We are now offering Pre-Buy agreements to #2 Fuel SALE Oil customers for the 2021-22 heating season. This summer program guarantees delivery price not to exceed $2.999/gal Mathews Memorial Li- ages 6-12 will have activities for #2 Fuel Oil purchased under this agreement. The brary’s youth summer pro- available every Tuesday and agreement also guarantees that if the regular price is th gram will be held during the Thursday through July 29 at lower than $2.999/gallon, the lower price will be Saturday, June 19 month of July, offering every- the Put-In Creek Park Pavil- charged at the time of delivery. All agreements must thing from reading to outdoor ion, Mathews. The hours are exploration. 1-3 p.m. In addition to discov- be paid in full, signed, and in our office by 4 p.m. on 8 a.m.-2 p.m. • Rain or Shine Participants from toddlers ering stories of nature’s crea- Friday, June 25, 2021. Absolutely no exceptions to age 12 are welcome to at- tures and learning from indi- will be made to this time! Sorry, kerosene is not West Mathews Civic Center tend and learn about the viduals such as a park ranger included in this agreement. world of nature and the envi- or people who study nature, 4905 East River Road, Rt. 660, Bohannon, Va. ronment through reading, lis- children’s afternoons will be tening, and creating, said an filled with such activities as Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic and all the regulations Furniture • Glassware • Books • Jewelry • Bicycles email notification. a scavenger hunt, a walk on the state has mandated, Wroten Oil Company will be Beginning Tuesday, July 6, the nature trail, the produc- open for CURB SERVICE ONLY from Monday-Friday, tion of a puppet show, and creative activities. June 3-25 during the hours of 8 a.m.-4 p.m. We are Children from preschool available to assist you during these hours of 804-725- through kindergarten will 2565 with any questions you may have. Gwynn’s Island meet at 10 a.m. each Wednes- Event at Gwynn’s Island Civic Center day for Dr. Dolittle Club Story Chicken Dinner 1996 Old Ferry Road, Gwynn, VA 23066 Time. They will hear tales of

Proceeds benefit Gwynn’s Island Civic League/Museum animal adventures, again at Friday, June 25 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM the Put-In Creek Park Pavil- Drive Thru Only ion. Drive thru and snatch a chicken dinner Lemonade and cookies will with all the fixings! be served at each program. Registration is required, Tickets $14.00 but participation is free of Children 10 and under - $7 charge. available at the door only For more information, call

Questions call Jan Bassett (804) 725-7860 the library at 804-725-5747. Family Fun Raffle Proceeds from the drawing are used to ensure the Y programs Bank grant supports are available to all, regardless of ability to pay. communication Rejoice on the River Concert Series at Versability LAST CHANCE Our community has suffered a year of heartbreaking losses, Bank of America has Tickets may be purchased unprecedented isolation and the closure of our churches. awarded $20,000 in a at Markets on Main on June 19 But we survived. And now it's time to REJOICE! grant to VersAbility Re- Prices are $5 each or five for $20 sources of Hampton. The grant will be used in Drawing will be held June 19, 2021 June 30, 2021 at Williams Wharf Landing Heather Mackenzie VersAbility’s Supported Gates open at 5:30, Concert begins at 6pm Employment Program ONE winner will receive ALL of the following: Admission is free by funding purchase of a East River Cruise for 6 on the Helen Elizabeth with two-way video and audio Mathews Deadrise Charters Food will be available for purchase provided by wireless connection to Positive Pizza & The Seafood Shack assist conversations be- Ice Rink Admission, skate rental for 4 and a lesson Please bring a chair or blanket! tween employees who are package at the Hampton Roads IcePlex Shades of Country deaf or hearing impaired, Fun Passes for 4 to the Compass Entertainment Complex, on-site managers and a All concerts will feature Shades of Country from Virginia’s Irvington, VA VersAbility employment Family Photo Session by Jamie Dunn Photography Lil’ Old Opry & the June 30th concert will have special guest specialist. Trial Club Membership and Croquet Lessons for 4 from performances by local artists Heather Mackenzie VersAbility supports and the Kellum Family Singers. more than 1,300 people the Chesapeake Bay Croquet Club with disabilities and their Pickleball session for 4 at the Mathews Family YMCA Future concerts are July 18 & August 15. families on the Peninsula Party Nugget tray from Chick-fil-A For more information please check out our and Middle Peninsula, in- Memorabilia from Tides Baseball Team and MCVIC Rejoice on the River Facebook page or call 804.210.7630. cluding Gloucester and Afternoon swim for 4 at the Mathews Yacht Club pool Kellum Family Singers Mathews. Kayak or sail on Stutts Creek for 4 at the Mathews Yacht Club

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PHOTO BY VIRGINIA GLASS Corvettes for the Hungry Abingdon Ruritan Club, Bena, hosted a Corvettes car show on Sunday, gathering more than $1,200 and 200 pounds of New officers food in donations to help people in The Abingdon Woman’s Club installed officers to the next club year recently during a picnic at the home of Valerie Cook. From the community in need. Corvette left are Teresa Montgomery, vice-president; Dianne Fannin, corresponding secretary; Valerie Cook, recording secretary; Linda owners representing the Colonial, Affordable Self Storage Burton, treasurer; June James, standing in for historian Tina McManus, and installing officer, Amelita Thomas; not shown, Gloucester-Mathews and Northern Linda Deturk, president. Neck Corvette Clubs were all in at- tendance. Pete Shepherd, member of Abingdon Ruritans and the Co- lonial club, who helped to organize SPECIAL the show, passed away last week. His Two blood drives this week Corvette was on display as a memo- The American Red Cross will Gloucester Court House, 6565 Donors of all blood types, conduct two blood drives in Moose Drive. especially Type O and plate- rial. Gloucester in the next week. Jonathan McNamara, com- let donors, are being urged to BUY ONE MONTH GET ONE MONTH One drive will be held from munications director for the donate. Notice is hereby given that 1-7 p.m. Friday at the Abing- Red Cross Virginia Region, Appointments for dona- the contents of the don Ruritan Club, 8784 Guinea said hospitals “are respond- tions may be made by visiting following rental spaces will Road, Bena. ing to an atypically high num- RedCrossBood.org or calling be offered at auction for The second is set for ber of traumas and emergency 1-800-RED-CROSS. non-payment of rent. noon-6 p.m. Tuesday at the room visits” with a resultant CASH ONLY! Gloucester Moose Lodge near severe blood shortage. MARK’S MINI STORAGE Place Your Ad Here! 2384 Hayes Rd., Hayes Sat., June 26 • 9:30 a.m. Shacklefords • Cobbs Creek Call 804-642-5300 Mathews • Hayes Locations E58 Jenkins Cash Payments Only, and facility has the Call 757-723-6551 for information 804-693-3101 right to refuse any bid.

Willis Ellis Hicks and L.T. Wells tend to barbecuing pork butts at a prior event in the Buck’s Store Museum, Bena. BBQ sales at Bena for the Fourth of July weekend Things are cooking at offering the pulled barbecue Buck’s Store Museum in Bena. all day and the pork butts, Take-Out At YourFavorite Place The museum, run by the hot and ready for pickup, Guinea Heritage Association, from 2-4 p.m. During lunch will be selling pre-ordered time, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m., barbe- barbecue by the pound and cue sandwiches will be avail- pre-ordered pork butts on able, as they are every week, Our Local RESTAURANTS Saturday, July 3. Snowden said. Sal’s Sicilian Pizza This is a popular and regu- Fourth Fridays lar fundraiser for the museum Even before the fourth, be- before big holidays. ginning this month on June Takeout & Curbside Ginny Snowden of GHS said 25, Fourth Fridays programs all profits will go toward con- at Buck’s will resume. and SPECIALTY SHOPS tinuing renovations on the At 6 p.m. on Friday, June Full Menu & Specials store of the late Buck Rowe. 25, Sharon Zuber will show Siding put on around 1960 the film “They Live in Guinea” Mon.-Thurs 10:30-9:30 • Sat. & Sun 10:30-10:30 has been removed, “expos- which documents the joy and ing the older, original clap- struggle of working on the wa- Located in front of TJ MAXX 804-642-6470 board wood siding damaged ter. This is open to the public, 6685 Fox Centre Parkway, Gloucester by moisture,” Snowden said. and will include an audience 2520 Geo. Wash. Mem. Hwy., Hayes That repair work is a priority discussion, led by Hamilton Takeout, 8delivery04-210- 1and877 distanced dining for your safe enjoyment. now on the store. Williams after the film. THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING LOCAL BUSINESSES! Donations of money, mate- “We look forward to hear- rial and labor are all appreci- ing from local watermen and ated, she added. women about their own ex- Buck’s Store will be open periences and memories,” from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on July 3, Snowden said.

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Enon Hall, established as the Hathaway home in 1762. “Bill Chapman has been thinking about his connec- tion to Enon Hall ever since his six-times great-grandfa- his grandparents, Catherine Sons of Serendip he saw a photo of the house ther, the first William Hatha- Blake Hathaway and Ernest The Rappahannock Foundation for the Arts received a $10,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Arts to support when he was just seven way, had planted his roots Hathaway, grew up. His grand- the Dec. 18 performance of Sons of Serendip (above). “Their finish in fourth place in the nationally televised show, ‘America’s years old, growing up in and where Hathaways had mother’s family ran the old Got Talent,’ makes them a very popular show, said RFA board president Jamie Tucker. “Not only does RFA pay for artists’ fees, Richmond,” says LVHS ex- lived for over 175 years until Eubank Hotel in Kilmarnock ecutive director Karen Hart. the property was sold out of and his grandfather’s fam- lodging, food and publicity, RFA must pay for the rental of the instruments used by the performers and the sound and light- “When Bill and his wife, the family in 1940.” ily managed the White Stone ing technicians. The grant will further support RFA’s mission to enhance community life with performing arts.” The RFA 2021- Gay, purchased Enon Hall As a child, Chapman had Beach Hotel and steamboat 2022 season includes nine performances, beginning Sept. 25, with concerts held at Lancaster Middle School in Kilmarnock. in 1999, he was reuniting his also heard many stories about wharf. For details on tickets, visit www.Rappahannockfoundation.org. family with the place where Lancaster County where Enon Hall itself is a wood- frame Dutch Colonial style house with several additions. A report by the Virginia De- Delays start Monday for line removal at Norris Bridge partment of Historic Resourc- Portion of Middlesex road to es calls it one of the county’s Dominion Energy will re- daytime hours are possible, free mobile 511Virginia app few remaining intact 18th- move utility lines attached but all travel lanes will remain to stay connected, visit century buildings and notes to the Robert O. Norris open at other times. 511Virginia.org or call 511. its rare gambrel roof with one close for bridge replacement Bridge over the Rappahan- On July 13 through July 15, For more information on interior end brick chimney, a The Virginia Department hours on Friday and Saturday, nock River, and drivers on Route 3 will be reduced to a this Dominion Energy proj- release said. The property is of Transportation will close if needed. According to a re- Route 3 between Lancaster single lane on Norris Bridge ect, visit: www.DominionEn- also significant for its extant a portion of Route 625 (Bar- cent VDOT traffic count, ap- and Middlesex counties can between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. dai- ergy.com/rappahannock- kitchen and smokehouse out- rick’s Mill Road) in Middlesex proximately 413 vehicles use expect brief travel delays ly. One-way alternating traffic crossing. buildings. County for approximately 14 this portion of Barrick’s Mill as crews position the nec- will be directed on the bridge. weeks for a bridge replace- Road daily. essary equipment to safely On July 27, a single-lane clo- ment. Other projects remove the lines. sure is scheduled for 9 a.m. to The project will replace the This project joins two oth- From Monday through 3 p.m. with one-way, alternat- existing structurally deficient, er bridge rehabilitation and July 2, Dominion Energy ing traffic on the bridge. CC Jim’sJim’s timber deck bridge with a new replacement projects in the crews will install equip- Real-time updates on lane CJ 40-foot concrete slab struc- area. ment to start the removal closures for this work zone CABINETCABINET CREATIONS CREATIONS ture on concrete abutments The Poropotank River Bridge process. Brief traffic stops will be available through and concrete piles. on Route 14, at the county line up to 15 minutes during 511Virginia. Download the SALESALE The existing structure, built between Gloucester and King WhyGRANITE haveSALE toSALE qualify COUNTER for the cost TOPS based in 1971, is 22 feet long. Dur- and Queen counties, is be- GRANITE savings available COUNTERTOPS at the big box stores? ing construction, a portion ing replaced in a project that GRANITESTARTING COUNTERTOPSPRICE $48.00 SQ. FT. of Barrick’s Mill Road at Bar- should be done in July, ac- Drum circle Sunday in Kilmarnock STARTING PRICE $48.00 SQ. FT. rick’s Pond will be closed to cording to VDOT. A community drum circle will be held from 4-6 p.m. on Sun- FREEWeST SINKofferARTING WITHan Instant PRICE TOPS Savings$4 428.00 SQ. SQ FT.off. FT. min. FREE SINK WITH TOPS 42 SQ. FT. min. through traffic. During the The southbound bridge day at Kilmarnock Town Park in Kilmarnock. It will be pre- manufacturerFREE SINK WITHALSO retail AVAILABLE TOPS on any42 S Qpurchase. FT. min. closure drivers will be de- of Route 17 over Dragon ceded by a drum circle for children from 3-3:45 p.m. QUARTZ AND CORIAN PRODUCTS toured approximately three Run, where Middlesex and Participants should bring a drum and any percussion in- ALSO AVAILABLEof Waypoint QUARTZ ANDCabinetry. CORIAN PRODUCTS ALSO AVAILABLE QUARTZ AND CORIAN PRODUCTS miles using the following Gloucester counties meet, is struments available, along with a chair or towel to sit on. WhiteWhite Stone, Stone VA routes: Route 625 (Barrick’s being rehabilitated. That work Instruments will be available for those who don’t have any. [email protected] professionalCall 804.435.2061 service804.435.2061 [email protected] Pond Road), Route 626 (Wake is projected to end in August. Donations will be accepted by the sponsoring organiza- WhiteOptional Stone Delivery, ProfessionalCall 804.435.2061 installation Road) and Route 624 (Regent Also, a number of local tion, the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship on the Rappahan- [email protected]& Designing available. Road). paving and marking projects nock. White Stone, VA The road will be closed to on Gloucester and Mathews For more information, call Belinda Gaskins at 804-577-7974. [email protected] 804.435.2061 through traffic at the work county roads are getting un- site 24 hours a day. Construc- derway with the arrival of tion activity will be underway warm weather. These usually from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Mon- involve single-lane closures day through Thursday. Crews while work is in progress. may work during the same RWC residents create butterfly habitat With monarch butterfly Landscaping Committee, has populations dramatically witnessed. declining over the past few “You may see 20 or 30 but- years, residents at Rappahan- terflies clustered in one tree nock Westminster-Canterbury or bush,” she said. “When I in Irvington are aiding in the first saw this, I didn’t even rescue. know what I was looking at.” RWC residents Nick Ferriter Monarchs make the trip and Jane Henley bought 200 from Mexico and back to FOR Swamp Milkweed seedlings— points east of the Rocky selling almost 100 for resi- Mountains looking for milk- dents to plant and planting weed plants on which to lay more than 100 themselves in their eggs. The two-way mi- wetlands near the RWC plant- gration can often stretch up ing gardens to support and to 3,000 miles. Accordingly, feed the distinctive orange the massive migration seems and black butterflies. to be declining and the iconic Fa her’s “The health of monarch insects are disappearing. butterflies is important to According to the Center for watch because they are like Biological Diversity, “In 2020, the canary in the coal mine,” the yearly count of overwin- said Ferriter, a member of the tering monarchs showed an Northern Neck Chapter of the even more dramatic decrease D� Virginia Native Plant Society. of 53 percent from the previ- “If their population dwindles, ous year’s count. The num- it’s likely that other insect bers are now well below the populations are struggling as threshold at which govern- well.” ment scientists predict the Habitat destruction, climate migration could collapse.” change, and pesticide pollu- For now, RWC residents are tion have been cited as likely doing their part to help re- culprits, as has planting non- verse the trend. Ferriter, Hen- native plants. Monarchs lay ley and other volunteers are their eggs on milkweed and monitoring the Butterfly Sanc- that is the only food their cat- tuary frequently checking for erpillars will eat. eggs and caterpillars and lean- “Monarch butterflies have ing on RWC’s Wellness Coor- an extraordinary life cycle,” dinator’s (Jonathan Smith’s) Ferriter said. “Migration wife, Bethany Smith for her routes show that from the experience in raising caterpil- CUSTOM INTERIORS East Coast, butterflies cross lars from eggs to butterflies. Our Services Include: the Gulf and hibernate in Mex- The Smiths have a home gar- ico. How they know this route den that is a monarch sanc- Home Decorating Consultation and manage to get there, I tuary and have enjoyed the don’t know.” experience of watching cater- Furniture for Any Decor Bedding When butterflies are about pillars turn into butterflies for Floor Coverings Home Accessories to hibernate, they cluster to- many years. 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Y M C K 6A GLOUCESTER-MATHEWS GAZETTE-JOURNAL Opinion THURSDAY JUNE 17, 2021 A new state holiday READERS WRITE| “I remember as if it were yesterday how my old A tribute to Harry Ward, grandmother used to jump up and down, clap- school system builder ping her hands and shouting: ‘Free Bells Done Editor, Gazette-Journal: Ring! Free Bells Done Ring! De slavery chains done Last week a funeral was broke at last.’” held for Harry M. Ward; That was the recollection of Thomas C. Walker former teacher, Principal and of Gloucester, born a slave, still a very young boy Superintendent in Mathews during the Civil War. Young as he was, not quite County. As a former school counselor at Mathews High four when the war ended, his grandmother’s joy and a present member of made an indelible impression and spoke for an es- the Mathews School Board, timated four million people, mostly in the South, I am thankful that during his enslaved and with no voice. tenure as Superintendent, Mr. Friday brings the first official state observance Ward was both willing and able to “step up to the plate” of Juneteenth, a newly-adopted holiday affecting and advocate unrelentingly workers at the state and local levels. Juneteenth is for this school division. a day of celebration marking the final notification As Superintendent, Mr. to enslaved people, in Galveston, Texas, on June Ward was able to achieve 19, 1865, of the end of slavery in the United States. what very few superinten- Long ago and far away it was, but the tide has dents accomplish in a short period of time; that is not one changed enough that Virginia is now joining more but three (3) Capital Improve- than 40 other states in recognizing this day of joy. ment Projects. I would dare Thomas Calhoun Walker, in the first paragraphs say that this is unheard of in of his memoir and in the manuscript, “Lawyer Walk- small rural communities. As er of Gloucester, as told to two northern friends,” I consider this accomplish- ment it is apparent to me that Control and the American to fear a vaccine that will Concerns about told his interviewers more: “All of us Gloucester Mr. Ward had an uncanny and Academy of Pediatrics recom- protect them and their loved Negroes used to gather under the honey-pod tree, exceptional political gift for mend vaccination of children ones from illness and death? curriculum that sheltered the slave auction-block, on anniver- understanding this communi- 12 and older. These are questions I hope Editor, Gazette-Journal: saries of our emancipation to hear the Proclama- ty and what they were willing As an “older” pediatrician you will consider. Across the country school tion read over again and give thanks to ‘de Lawd’ to support and fund. who worked before there was Carolyn White boards are being challenged His first capital improve- a measles or polio or German Gwynn, Va. regarding the teaching of for giving us our freedom. Men, women, and chil- ment project was the build- measles vaccine, while the Critical Race Theory (CRT). dren like me, joined hands and shouted, jumped, ing of Mathews Elementary FDA was determining their Last week in Gloucester’s swayed, and sang our most joyous spirituals while School (formerly known as safety and efficacy, I can meeting, it was reported that tears of gratitude rolled down the faces of the old Lee-Jackson). The old school confidently recommend the it was the largest attendance black toilers—free at last!” was in terrible disrepair yet COVID-19 vaccine, as safe, Get your own dirt ever in its history and quite to build a new building took effective, and necessary. Editor, Gazette-Journal: disruptive. Having been there Lawyer Walker’s life history is familiar to us, risk. I have been told that su- John C. Partin, M.D. I am an old, now, science to observe, I’d say it was pas- recently renewed in the stunning mural on Main perintendents of small school Professor of Pediatrics, teacher. When I was still a sionate. Street. The times he spoke of were 150 years ago. divisions are often “let go” af- University of Cincinnati and student teacher at university For those of you who are The overwhelming emotions of gaining freedom, ter a new school is built due State University of New York I heard a joke about a scien- not yet aware of this crisis, it that wonderful gift all Americans cherish, seem as to the subsequent increase in at Stony Brook tist and God. A great labora- is essential that you become taxes. Not Mr. Ward. Gloucester, Va. tory scientist learned the informed and fast. It is often fresh as if they happened yesterday. After the completion of secret of creating life from a referred to as a Marxist the- What’s not to celebrate? the elementary school, he handful of common simple ory, but actually it is applied looked to the high school and dirt, just like God does. He in the manner of Chinese undertook a massive renova- was so excited at his discov- communism by an indoctri- tion project with the addition Troubled by publication ery that he published it and nation of shame, belittling of three new wings. It was went on the lecture tour to and new methods of learn- suggested during the prelimi- of letter tell the science community ing at ever-increasing levels Thank a bee today nary stages of this renovation Editor, Gazette-Journal: about it. and methods. In school, this that the front of the school I’m really very worried At one presentation he had indoctrination wraps itself n summers of yesteryear, children ran barefoot be where the addition would by your decision to publish just reached the part where around all subjects so it will through the grass and enjoyed feeling the soft take place; however, Mr. the recent letter, “A word of he said, “I’m as good as God not be in the curriculum as a earth and clover under their feet. They enjoyed Ward knew his community caution on vaccine for youth” himself at creating life!” In the subject. It is a general learn- I well enough to know that (Readers Write, June 10). At audience an old, tired, and ing theory across the entire themselves, that is, until they stepped on a bee, to change the façade of the last check the CDC reports worn-out looking fellow stood system of re-educating the feeding on the clover blossoms. school would be disconcert- 40.7% of Mathews County as up to raise a question. He child (K-12+college). It will We are not sure about children’s barefoot-in-the- ing to the community at large. fully vaccinated—woefully said, “I am God. Why don’t we come in various approaches summer habits these days, but it’s a good bet that His final capital improve- insufficient to protect this go outside and see how great under the names of CRT, SEL their feet are pretty safe from bees in the clover. ment project was the building area from a resurgence, es- you are?” (Social Emotional Learning), We have read about beehive collapse and loss of of a state-of-the-art audito- pecially given the continued Outside they stood facing VA Equity Education, and Na- rium. At the time the seating emergence and transmission one another. The scientist tional Equity Project, among habitat areas that attract birds, bees, butterflies of the auditorium surpassed of variants internationally. began by scooping up a others. These have been in and other pollinators. And then we read a state- any other auditorium on the The publication of letters like handful of common simple place in Virginia and about to ment like this from the Virginia Farm Bureau Fed- Middle Peninsula; it still may, these certainly won’t help dirt. Immediately, God raised go on “steroids.” It is critical eration: “According to the nonprofit Pollinator but of that I am not sure. matters. his hand and stopped the that citizens understand the Partnership, more than 75% of all flowering plants This auditorium was not just Ms. Giardina’s argument puzzled man. Then God said, stealing of our children and intended to be used by the probably sounds convincing “Get your own dirt.” country via these methods. on Earth need help with pollination” from bees, schools but for the Mathews to anyone inclined to distrust The lesson is clear to any- Gloucester’s school boards birds, butterflies and other living creatures. community at large. And to scientists, or vaccines, or the one with a lick of sense. In assured the attendees that Without pollination, our food supply would col- that it has certainly lived up government, but her sources today’s world which loves to they did not support this lapse as well. to its purpose. Our commu- are bad, her data are mis- love itself and its accomplish- theory and would not teach Next week, June 21-27, is National Pollinator nity has benefitted from this represented, and her advice ments, it is a lesson ignored, it. However, the truth is that showcase of an auditorium. is potentially harmful. Her in our hubris, at our own risk, they will not have the option Week, an observance that won’t be recognized In appreciation and thank- claim that children are largely especially in our love of all to reject—nor will any other by the bees and hummingbirds going about their fulness for his faith in our unaffected by COVID fails to things “scientific.” We assume school board. This indoctri- daily routines. We could, however, look at our schools and community the account for their ability to that somehow what we create nation comes from mandates own backyards to see if we can plant something auditorium was named for catch and transmit the virus from God’s bounty is superior (like many others) from state more, or preserve a him: Harry M.Ward Audito- to those who are more likely to the original. and federal enforcements. piece of habitat rather rium. to be affected: their parents, Thus, we have the vaccine Attend these meetings and Harry, we owe you a debt teachers, grandparents, passport supporters who let your determinations be than clearing it, to help of appreciation; you trans- and vulnerable members of would insist that everyone made known, but understand them maintain their formed the structures of our the public. She quotes Mike regardless of background that the majority of these populations. school facilities and, as such, Yeadon, whose recent state- must have received a vac- administrators and teachers Think of the pollina- transformed this school divi- ments have been roundly cination and ID card to enter are either unaware or un- tors. We depend more sion and community. We are condemned by the scientific or use planes, ships, trains able to change this policy. grateful for your willingness community, as well as Bhak- and buses and other public Education boards across our than we know on the to take the risks you took on di, whose numerous claims venues, and that we wear country are taking directions hard work of these behalf of our students and about the risks associated masks just to be ontologically from their state legislators. small creatures. their learning environment. with the COVID vaccine have certain we are safe to associ- These are the people you And please, plant Linda Gerhold Hodges been repeatedly discredited. ate with. must address fervently and some helpful flowers Member Yeadon’s assertion that the But what of us who were often. Create or join support Mathews County School Board vaccine “causes our cells infected and suffered the groups. We only have the for them. to produce the virus them- Wuhan virus and successfully power of our voice and our Butterflies find a feast. selves,” is simply not true. recovered and are so certified vote—make it count! Time is COVID-19 vaccine safe, These men are not serious or by the state? Their bodies short. Letters To The Editor effective reliable sources of accurate actually carry God’s own an- When a black man said he Letters to the Gazette-Journal on any subject of public in- information, and allowing tibodies to the disease which was called white because terest are always welcome. The newspaper, however, can- Editor, Gazette-Journal: someone to present them as not only make them immune, he objected to this teaching not consider for publication a letter which does not carry In response to the letter, “A such is irresponsible at best. but also incapable of infect- (now being forced in all adult the writer’s signature and address. Letters should also not word of caution on vaccines What’s more, Ms. Giardina’s ing anyone else. At this point levels of government service exceed 200 words. Writers will please include a telephone for youth,” (Readers Write, own claim that “emergency in time no one except the including the military and number where they can be reached during the day. The right June 10). use allows the FDA to cir- manufacturer knows how FBI) you must ask yourself: is reserved to edit letters. This letter seems to urge cumvent the usual testing for long this immunity lasts. what the heck is going on? The Gazette-Journal will not accept letters to Readers caution in using COVID-19 safety” is patently false; clini- Now come the vaccine When you can lose your job Write which comment on articles published in other peri- vaccine for the prevention cal trials test for safety before passport “musketeers” claim- for objecting, your freedoms odicals. Also, space limitations often prevent publication of of COVID-19 among children. effectiveness, and emergency ing everyone must submit are gone. thank-you letters. The letter expresses danger- authorized vaccines are spe- to the vaccine, which only Ruth Litschewski ous and unfounded assump- cifically considered for their offers 95% immunity in order Port Haywood, Va. tions. safety. Her assertion that to have a passport and go First, it minimizes the dan- “previously infected people about normal living. Even gers of COVID-19 infection in are likely to carry protec- former victims of the disease Happy Pride Month children and implies that the tive antibodies to COVID for who suffered and survived risk/benefit of vaccinating years” is similarly without and have 100% immunity Editor, Gazette-Journal: may be unfavorable, and that merit. She doesn’t know how must submit to the vaccine, A warm and Happy Pride GLOUCESTER-MATHEWS parents should be cautious long COVID-19 antibodies will and of course wear a mask Month to my fellow LGBTQ- about getting their children protect us. No one does. Our to demonstrate their social IA+ who end up reading this vaccinated. best epidemiologists seem commitment. message. As a proud Trans- In the United States, four unwilling to guarantee pro- At church today I had gender and Bisexual member Gazette-Journal million children have con- tection beyond two or three reason to consider all this as of this community, I just want tracted COVID-19. Last week months. our pastor was speaking to us to remind anyone who feels Elsa Cooke Verbyla | Publisher alone, 16,000 children were I ask the Gazette-Journal, on Acts 10:14-19 highlighting alone, feels isolated, and feels diagnosed. COVID-19 is now how does publishing Ms. the Holy Spirit’s words, “That they have no one to reach Charles E. Koenig | Editor one of the top ten causes of Giardina’s letter benefit your which God has cleansed, that out to that you are not and death in children. readers? To reflect their be- call not thou common.” In you do. We are here, we are Published by Second, the letter states liefs back to them, no matter other words, get your own out, and we will stand and Tidewater Newspapers Inc. that the FDA-approved vac- how rooted in fallacy those dirt. fight for you. I want to give a Gloucester, VA 23061 cine is “experimental” is an beliefs may be? To provide Bill Husztek shout-out to any and all in easily contestable statement. readers with new sources of Gloucester, Va. The Centers for Disease disinformation, or reasons SEE READERS WRITE, PAGE 7A

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READERS WRITE| Gibson to seek Petsworth seat on the board BALLOTS (CONTINUED FROM PAGE 6A)

BY KIM ROBINS farmland,” need improvement.” Marine Corps and graduated (CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1A) Gibson said. Gibson said he plans for his from the University of Vir- the Gloucester Community Ken Gibson has an- “Beth and I campaign to focus on econo- ginia and the University of Gloucester’s School Board who have been friends and nounced his candidacy for feel blessed my, public safety, internet, South Carolina Law School. race will consist of Petsworth allies of the LGBTQIA+ com- the Petsworth District seat to be rais- education and Constitutional Gibson said he serves the District incumbent Anita F. munity. There are many who on the Gloucester County ing our rights. “Local government community through the Parker running against Karen push against us, fight against Board of Supervisors in the children in is important because it af- Gloucester Point Rotary L. Espinoza, and York District us, and want us to remain Nov. 2 election. Gibson is a Gloucester, fects our daily lives. I will Club, where he was president incumbent Elisa A. Nelson bat- hidden, secret, and forgotten. partner with GibsonSingle- and we want Ken Gibson work hard to ensure that and was named “Rotarian of tling Carlton L. “Drew” Drew. They want to turn back the ton Virginia Injury Attorneys it to remain Gloucester County remains the Year” in 2015. He also vol- Running unopposed are clock. We will not go back, we in Gloucester. the treasure that it is.” a vibrant, competitive and unteers with the Middle Pen- York District Supervisor Phil- will not be silenced. You fight “Gloucester needs positive “I believe that real leader- safe place to live, work, raise insula Bar Association and lip N. Bazzani, At-large School for me and I’ll fight for you leaders who have a hopeful ship requires common-sense a family and retire,” he said. the Edge Hill House Founda- Board candidate Kellie L. and beside you. We will be vision for the future of our problem-solving rather than Before coming to tion, and coaches basketball Lockerby, and Circuit Court heard, we will be seen. We ex- community. I want to repre- short-sighted decisions that Gloucester, Gibson was a through Gloucester Parks Clerk Cathy L. Dale. ist and we are valid. You can’t sent all citizens of Gloucester hold back our community in federal prosecutor with the and Recreation. Mathews dampen our Pride and our County and be open, trans- the long run. This is exactly U.S. Department of Justice In his spare time, Gibson All Mathews County Su- flag(s) fly high. Happy Pride parent and responsive to the kind of experience and and earned commendation said he enjoys saltwater fish- pervisors and School Board Month everyone, never give the concerns of county resi- decision-making I will bring for his performance from the ing, watching football and members serve at-large, so them an inch, because they’ll dents,” said Gibson. to the job.” Federal Bureau of Investiga- basketball, and reading mili- there will be a five-way race push us off a cliff. Our only “We live in a wonderful “I want to spend the next tion. tary history. He also plays for two seats on the board “agenda” is to live our lives, community with kind and few months listening to the Previously, Gibson pros- drums for the local rock of supervisors and a four- free, in peace, and happily. generous people who have people of Gloucester and the ecuted violent crimes cases group, The Ballast Band. way race for two seats on the Jeri Evagood good values. We get to en- Petsworth District and un- as an Assistant Common- Gibson and his wife, Beth, school board. (formerly Jeri Evans) joy the natural beauty of derstanding the issues that wealth’s Attorney in Norfolk. are raising 12-year-old twins, Supervisor Mike Rowe is the Gloucester, Va our rivers, bay and rolling are important to them and He also served in the U.S. Jack and Katherine. only incumbent in the board of supervisors election, since Supervisor Amy Dubois is not In a left-wing crisis seeking re-election. The four Editor, Gazette-Journal: other candidates for the two The country is in a crisis seats are Billy R. Cook Jr., Da- as never before because of Dee Russell announces for county board vid S. Jones Sr., Dee Russell, this left-wing anti-American Dee Russell, 58, of Redart, part, they our community.” Resource Management, as and Mike Walls. administration. The hard-left has announced her candi- help create A self-employed Real Es- well as Georgia Tech’s OSHA School Board Chair Linda socialists have succeeded in dacy in the November elec- a stronger tate Signing Agent for clos- Training Institute Educa- Hodges is seeking to retain silencing their opponents by tion for the Mathews County foundation ings and transactions, tion Center for certification her seat on the board, but enablers such as the press, Board of Supervisors. for our com- Russell is also a licensed in Safety, Health and Envi- member Dr. Bambi Thompson social media, and large profi- Originally from Richmond, munity to Notary Public. Her profes- ronmental Services and ac- chose not to run again. The teering corporations. Russell has been a Mathews flourish,” sional background includes creditation to train 10- and other three candidates are Presidents should unite resident since 2012. She said she said in over 40 years of experience 30-hour OSHA classes. Robert A. “Bobby” Dobson, D. people of all stripes and as soon as she moved to the a press re- Dee Russell in management and human She said she and her Lorraine Forrest, and Saman- persuasions and not deride county, she became involved lease. resources positions in manu- husband Brian moved to tha L. Morgan. conservatives or an oppos- with community events and Mathews facturing, retail, hospitality Mathews for “the peace and The Mathews ballot will also ing political party by calling activities, including volun- County has much to offer, and the not-for-profit sector, quiet of a small town com- include an up-or-down, yes them white supremacists. teer work for Mathews Mar- said Russell, but to keep it including work with the Ron- munity. Mathews is such a or no vote, on the question, These disparaging remarks ket Days (past chairman), that way, the board of super- ald McDonald House Chari- wonderful place,” she said. “I “Shall the Mathews County do not sit well and are not the Gloucester-Mathews visors must be good stew- ties organization. Upon mov- think I can bring positive en- Board of Supervisors relocate acceptable. Justice should be Care Clinic, the Mathews ards of the government. ing to Mathews, she worked ergy and skills to the board. the Soldier’s & Sailor’s Monu- equitable and prevail for all, Main Street Committee, and “In recent years it seems with Sun RV Resorts before We need to create an atmo- ment located at the corner of including the Trump support- the Mathews Rotary Club. even the simplest tasks and deciding to be self-employed sphere of civility and have a Court and Church Streets on ers awaiting trial. She is currently a member decisions cannot be agreed in 2016. commitment to facts and co- the Historic Court Green? This President can redeem of the Broadband Advisory upon and nothing gets done,” Russell attended the Uni- operation to solve problems himself and rectify the many Board and the Preservation she said. “Some on the board versity of Richmond School and develop opportunities bad policies he has enacted Mathews Board. are failing to cooperate and of Business for certification for all our citizens.” by ending indoctrination of “When everyone does their act in the best interests of from the Society for Human our children in the schools, DUTTON ending shocking culture lectures and manipulating PROJECT historical events. Teachers (CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1A) must stop bringing their Hodges seeks another term on school board agendas and ideologies to the be more of a residential desti- classroom. No child should BY SHERRY HAMILTON grade level tentiary. Services Board. She is also nation than a retail one. have to apologize for his or by the third “These are costly alterna- associated with Chesapeake Rhetson is looking to get her skin color or have racism Linda Gerhold Hodges, 68, grade. How- tives to not reading on grade Counseling Associates in community support and poison their minds. of Mathews, has announced ever, she level by the end of third Gloucester. feedback during the informal Lastly, this President must that she is once again run- said, with grade,” she said. A charter member of meeting on Monday. close the borders before we ning to retain her seat on the school As a member of the school Apostles Lutheran Church “We really do care about the become a narcotics haven the Mathews County School board hav- board, Hodges said she in Gloucester, Hodges is also community and their input,” and a banana republic. His Board. If successful during ing ap- wants to offer appropriate a member of the Mathews said Parker. two major blunders with the November election, she proved a academic supports for each Lions Club and of PEO, Rhetson has reached out to catastrophic consequences will serve a third term on preschool Linda Hodges child who enters Mathews Chapter CA, a philanthrop- over 130 people about its po- are closing the Keystone the board. program Elementary School. She said ic education organization tential project. pipeline and not closing the “It has been an honor to that will be- her goal is also an economic that supports education for A public hearing for the pro- borders. In only four short serve my community in this gin this fall, “we have taken decision, since “if we invest women. posed rezoning is tentatively months our “pious” President manner,” said Hodges. “I a huge step in the right di- in our children early, then Hodges is married to Spen- scheduled for the July 20 Plan- has jeopardized our national have appreciated the sup- rection.” we will significantly save cer R. Hodges Jr. They live ning Commission meeting. security and sovereignty of port of Mathews citizens in If children are not reading taxpayer money when these in the Glebe section of the Contact Becky Lambert at our nation. the two prior elections.” on grade level by the third students have graduated county and are parents to Kaufman & Canoles at 757- This is quite an accomplish- Although small, the grade, said Hodges, there and are gainfully employed three children: Patricia, who 259-3832 or ralambert@kauf- ment, but on the other hand, Mathews County school sys- is a greater likelihood that and contributing to our tax lives in Owings Mills, Mary- can.com to ask questions I dare say that “stupid is as tem has a solid reputation they will drop out of school base.” land; James, who lives in about the potential project. stupid does.” for academics, said Hodges, prior to graduation. In addi- Hodges is a licensed Gloucester; and Katherine, Current COVID-19 protocols Christine Georges but it has not yet achieved tion, she said, there is a cor- clinical social worker and who lives in Newport News. will be observed at the meet- Gloucester Point, Va. the goal she focused on dur- relation between children executive director of the They have four grandchil- ing. ing her 2013 campaign— not reading by third grade 10-county Middle Peninsula- dren and three great-grand- having all children read on and serving time in the peni- Northern Neck Community children.

EVA MULLINS: With her JUNETEENTH: Local celebration is planned friends, a welcome sight (CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1A) (CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1A) people in the Confederate Jan. 31, 1865. history of their respective basis will be provided by the states were informed that Reflections on the meaning churches. First United Baptist Church members to look out for oth- and glorious day.” they had been emancipated, of Juneteenth will be offered There will be musical se- Youth Group. ers such as shut-ins. In a normal year, the group said the release. Union Gen- by representatives of the lections by the Gloucester/ Those attending may bring In the beginning Mullins picks a day each month ex- eral Gordon Granger arrived three sponsoring organiza- Mathews Male Chorus, sev- their own chairs or remain in said she was joined by five cept for July and August to in Galveston, Texas, to find tions, the Gloucester Union eral young people will recite their vehicles and listen to others, Sarah Finney, Pat visit each of their stops. Dur- Black people still enslaved Relief Association, the Wood- poetry and other reflections, the service as it is simulcast Carlton, Janet Sindle, Susan ing 2020 however, the group two-and-a-half years after the ville Rosenwald School Foun- and the Rev. E. Randolph on 102.7 FM. Briggs and Jane Rilee. Since was unable to visit anyone. In Emancipation Proclamation. dation, and Circle-Up Middle Graham of the First United Anyone who has not been then, she says her small April of this year Gloucester On June 19, 1865, he pro- Peninsula, as well as the Baptist Church will offer in- vaccinated is asked to wear group has grown from five to House allowed them to re- claimed that they were free. Gloucester Education Asso- vocation and benediction. a mask and maintain six feet 20 from around the area. turn. She said that the resi- Slavery was abolished in the ciation, the Mathews Histori- From 5-7 p.m., staff from of social distance. Early on, Mullins had the dents were excited to see United States with the rati- cal Museum, and others. The the Three Rivers Health Dis- For more information, call idea to start making costumes them after a long year. fication of the 13th amend- Rev. James Harris of Bethel trict will administer Pfizer Sheila Crowley at 540-907- for herself and her friends. Mullins said that this ment to the U.S. Constitu- Baptist Church and the Rev. COVID-19 vaccinations for 2993. She picks a theme and tells month they’ll head back to tion on Jan. 31, 1865, which Julia Forrest of Antioch Bap- ages 12 and older. her gang what they’ll be wear- Gloucester House, but hopes was passed by Congress on tist Church will discuss the Concessions on a donation ing. She said they’ve dressed that the monthly visits to up as everything from snow- each location can resume in men to potted flowers. September. Aside from her Not all of the costumes are monthly outings in costume, SCHOOL BOARD: Residents sound off on several topics welcomed by her crew, said she is also an active member Mullins, but despite the occa- in the Ware River Circle of (CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1A) sional critiques the costumes The King’s Daughters and the parenting,” he said. “Let the ects for the schools will in- minister a total of 10 virtual he would rather bring back help them stand out and put Five River Woman’s Club. teachers teach. Take the pol- clude looking at the air qual- learning days. Students will the building trades program smiles on faces. She said that Mullins said husband Don itics out of it.” ity at Thomas Hunter Middle not have to miss school for and automotive courses. no one quite gets the look Mullins is a wood worker History and social stud- School, renovating the boys’ weather events like north- Amy Bohannon-Stewart they do and they get a real who’s made everything from ies standards of learning in and girls’ bathrooms beside east storms or snow. also took the podium dur- kick out of looking so unique. tables to cutting boards. Virginia will not be adopted the gymnasium at Mathews Jones retook the stand ing the meeting and said that When Mullins and company Some of Don’s notable work until 2022. High School, renovating two when public comment pe- she is not pleased that MHS arrive at their destination, includes wooden crosses for After public comment pe- fifth grade classrooms at riod opened for items dis- has decided to use Google they pass out the cards she churches and artistic depic- riod was closed, Mathews THMS, and many more. cussed during the meeting. Classroom instead of Canvas has made to the residents. tions of Christ. She said that Superintendent Nancy Welch “They’re a sore site,” said He voiced his concern about for next school year. She said They contain a Bible verse, what her husband makes announced that there will be Welch about the MHS bath- the Virginia Preschool Initia- that Canvas is more acces- poem and small story. She from his creations is donated a grant-funded social worker rooms. “It’s time.” She said tive at MCPS in the fall. sible and truly prepares stu- said for each monthly outing to local charities. for Mathews County Public touchless faucets may be “Well, now you’re running dents for college since many she hands out around 400 Editor’s note: The Gazette- Schools for the next three installed in those bathrooms a babysitting service,” said colleges and universities use cards. Journal welcomes readers’ school years. The social to help stop the spread of Jones. He said that he is also Canvas. The residents can also ex- suggestions for Community worker will be able to help germs. against the program because Sharon Frye, Chris Bridge pect to hear the visitor sing Spotlight. Please call 804-693- with truancy cases, which Next school year, even three- and four-year-olds and Ray Balveni also spoke an original song written by 3101 or email editor@gazette- has become a problem though students must go “require a lot of attention at during Tuesday night’s meet- Mullins to the tune of “Jesus journal.net with your sugges- across the commonwealth. back to in-person instruc- home.” ing. Loves Me.” She said each tion. Summer renovation proj- tion, the schools can ad- Jones also mentioned that song ends with “Have a great

Y M C K 8A GLOUCESTER-MATHEWS GAZETTE-JOURNAL The arts THURSDAY JUNE 17, 2021

Amythyst Kiah Kiah to debut her new album SHERRY HAMILTON / GAZETTE-JOURNAL Singer/songwriter Amy- Painting on Main thyst Kiah will debut her new album “Wary + Strange” Plein Air Artist Kirk Larsen of Hicksville, New York, chats with a passerby while at 6 p.m. on Sunday, June 20, painting the firehouse on Gloucester Main Street during Saturday’s Paint Main, as part of the observation a two-hour competition among the 20 guest artists who were invited to par- of Juneteenth at Flat Iron ticipate in this year’s Gloucester Arts Festival. Community artists participated in Womba Africa will perform at Flat Iron Crossroads on Saturday as part of the venue’s celebration of the Juneteenth holiday. Crossroads in Gloucester. a separate competition during the same time frame. There was a steady drizzle Due for release on Fri- day, Wary + Strange marks of rain during the competition, but artists gamely painted under building over- the combination of the hangs, umbrellas, and even vehicle hatchbacks. Julie Eichenlaut of Gloucester, Flat Iron Crossroads to mark Juneteenth world of alt-rock that first who brought her family to watch the competition, said, “It’s more exciting in the Flat Iron Crossroads in has been in the U.S., sharing release. sparked Kiah’s musical pas- rain. It gives an extra air of adventure. I love that the rain doesn’t stop the art.” Gloucester will celebrate free- the rhythms and culture of At 6:30 p.m., Dr. Katrina sion with the roots/old-time dom and observe the June- Ghana. Brown will give a presenta- music scene where she’s teenth holiday on Saturday On Saturday at 11 a.m., the tion about Juneteenth, and found success in recent by welcoming Womba Africa musicians will be the special Womba Africa will take the years, said a press release. for a day of entertainment guests at The Soul of Music, stage at 7 p.m., possibly in- This success includes rec- Fiber artist featured and education. with host Jason Cale. They cluding some of the children ognition from Rolling Stone Womba Africa, a group of will discuss their culture and who participated in the ear- as “one of Americana’s great nine traditional drummers journey and demonstrate tra- lier workshop. up-and-coming secrets.” at Bay School and dancers from Ghana, ditional drumming and danc- “We are really excited about With a voice that’s both Gloucester fiber artist Ja- and shawls as well as felted came to New York a couple ing. Tickets to The Soul of this weekend,” said Dia Law- unfettered and controlled, net Griffin has been named 3-D and 2-D art. of years ago, armed with Music are $20. less, Flat Iron spokesperson. said the release, the Tennes- the June Artist of the Visit the Art Speaks Gal- one-year visas, little money, Then, from 2 to 4 p.m., Weather permitting, the con- see-bred singer expands on Month at the Bay School lery in the Bay School Com- and some instruments, said a there will be a Dance & Drum cert will be outside. the artistry she recently re- Community Arts Center in munity Arts Center to see press release. The group had Workshop with Womba Africa Doors open at 6 p.m. Shore vealed as part of Our Native Mathews. the exhibit in person or view two goals: to make enough for children ages 8-18. Call Bites food truck will be on Daughters—an all-women- Griffin considers herself and shop the show online at money to support them- 804-725-6773 to reserve one hand, and the bar will be of-color supergroup whose a hand-weaver and works www.bayschool-arts.com. selves and their families back of the few remaining avail- open. Tickets are $20. Kiah-penned song “Black with both cotton and wool in Ghana, and to compete able spots. Admission to the For tickets and more infor- Myself” earned a Grammy yarns on a four-shaft loom on “America’s Got Talent.” workshop is free, thanks to mation, visit flatironcross- Award nomination for Best to build fabric as well as Virginia's Since then, Womba Africa generous sponsors, said the roads.com. American Roots Song and tapestries, said a press re- won Song of the Year at the lease. Her tapestries are 2019 Folk Alliance Interna- based on the techniques Li'l Ole Opry tional Awards. developed by Theo Moor- (formerly of donk's THEATER) Kiah’s songwriting is de- man, an English weaver PRESENTS Larry Moore to give free painting demos scribed in the release as “a who worked in the 1940s Artist and 2021 Gloucetser said a release. In 2018, he raw yet nuanced examina- and ’50s. She also enjoys OLDIES Arts Festival Plein Air Judge wrote a workbook on the tion of grief, alienation, and creating with felted wool. Larry Moore will give free subject titled “Fishing for el- the hard-won triumph of to- Griffin’s felted paintings, SHOW live painting demonstrations ephants: Insights and exer- tal self-acceptance.” bowls, flowers and purses Harry M. Ward Auditorium, Mathews High School for realist and abstract paint- cises to inspire authentic cre- Weather permitting, the are inspired by function as SATURDAY, JUNE 26 ers next week as part of the ativity.” He has won awards concert will be outside. well as colors, said the re- Gloucester Arts Festival. One for his plein air paintings, Doors open at 6 p.m. The lease, adding that she loves Doors open at 7:30 demonstration is at 10 a.m. on and for decades he worked Black Pelican food truck will how soft, fluffy wool can be Show Starts at 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 22, and one is as a commercial illustrator, be on-site, with drinks by transformed with water to $15 Adults; $5 Children (12 & Under) at 6 p.m. on Thursday, June an advertising designer, and a the Flat Iron bar. Tickets at create a thick fabric. Buy tickets at the door or in advance at 24. Both will be held outside graphic designer. $20 are available at flatiron- Images from the nature Marketplace Antiques, White Marsh on the Gloucester Colonial Folding chairs and light re- crossroads.com. found in Griffin’s backyard, or Mathews Visitor Center Courthouse Circle. They are freshments will be available. neighborhood, and around For information or reservations free and open to the public. If it rains, the workshops will Virginia are incorporated 804-725-7760 or [email protected] Currently a teacher and move indoors at Arts on Main, into her pieces. Her exhibit www.donkstheater.com painter of abstracts, Moore 6580 Main Street, Gloucester. includes woven tapestries has taught courses on the For more information, visit Place Your creative process for 30 years, gloucesterarts.org. Larry Moore Ad Here! 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She additionally spent Ouellette’s first children’s many years as the book- book, “The Lost Gold Mine,” is keeper at LightHouse Church, about two boys, Ty and Jake, where she was a missions di- who go on a family vacation rector, as well. Ouellette said on a ranch in Arizona and find she also holds a minister’s out there’s a gold mine some- license. place nearby that’s been lost The Ouellettes have a for 100 years. The boys set out blended family of five daugh- to find the gold mine with the ters and nine grandchildren. help of their family. 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Y M C K THURSDAY JUNE 17, 2021 Obituaries GLOUCESTER-MATHEWS GAZETTE-JOURNAL 9A

LEIDY (‘LOTTIE,’ ‘LIGHTNING’) CAROLYN LEE JENKINS DOUGLAS SEAFORD STATON JR. BURTON (PETERS III) CLARK SR. Carolyn Lee Jenkins, age Douglas Seaford Staton Leidy (“Lottie”, “Light- 66, of Gloucester Point, died Jr., 76, of Topping, Va., went ning”) Burton (Peters III) peacefully at home on Satur- home to be with the Lord Clark Sr., 66, of Weems, day, June 12, 2021. Carolyn on Wednesday, June 9, 2021, passed away peacefully at was born on Nov. 6, 1954 to with his family at home. his home surrounded by his Roy and Mary A. Jenkins. Doug was born on July 13, closest family on June 11, Carolyn made her living in 1944 in Buena Vista, Va., to 2021. He is survived by his home health care. She loved Douglas and Kathleen (Car- wife, Donna Meyer Clark; to have the family all get to- ter) Staton. He met the love daughters, Jessica Hand gether and especially loved of his life, Bobbi, in August (Alex) of Lancaster, Kim- spending time with her 1967 on a double date and berly Clark of Weems, his “Scooter-butt.” Carolyn was they were married on Nov. “adopted daughter,” Rean- preceded in death by her 22, 1967 in Buena Vista. nan Keene (Jason) of Coeur husband, Edward Daniel Jen- Doug worked in the con- d’Alene, Idaho; sons, Grey- kins; parents and siblings, struction industry for over son Clark of Weems, and Lucille King, David Jenkins, 40 years as a cost estimator Leidy (“Butch”) Clark Jr. of Bernard Jenkins and Little and scheduler. He worked Gloucester; grandchildren Paul Jenkins. Carolyn is sur- on projects all over the Rozalina and Sophia Del- vived by her sons, James Haywood (Jamie) and Mickey Hay- United States as well as in Indonesia and Afghanistan. He aney, Benjamin Hand, Mariea Clark, Joshua, Jesse and Jacob wood; along with her daughter, Michelle Hogge (Andrew). enjoyed listening to country gospel music, leathercraft, and Clark; siblings, Alice West of Gloucester, Mildred (“Candy”) Siblings, Alice (Marion), Lester (Kristy), Donny (Wayne), playing Santa Claus. He was a volunteer EMT for 10 years in Fraley of Orange Park, Fla., and George (“Big Rusty”) Clark Wayne (Francis), and Betty (Larry Belcher) survive her. She is Virginia, New York, and Nevada. He was a member of Living of Bena; best friend, Charlie Reed of Gloucester. The family also survived by her grandchildren, Cierra, Dylan (Daphne), Waters Church in Dutton, Va. His great faith in Jesus and the would like to thank Hospice of Virginia for their compassion- Brandon, Gabrielle, Allexus and one great-grandson, Bryce. A knowledge of where he was going to spend eternity helped ate care during his last days at home. celebration of life service will be held at Hogg Funeral Home sustain him through his final illness. He was preceded in death by his parents, Leidy B. Peters Jr., on Thursday, June 17, 2021, at 2 p.m. Inurnment will be pri- He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Barbara, of Topping; Mildred R. (Elliott) Clark and stepfather, George R. Clark Sr. vate. Services are under the direction of Hogg Funeral Home. two children, Doug (Cheri) Staton of Battle Mountain, Nev., A Celebration of Life service will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, and Teresa (Paul) McLaughlin of Iowa City, Iowa; grandchil- June 22 at White Stone Church of the Nazarene, White Stone. dren, Sarah (Dylan) Martin, Jennifer Staton, Jakob McLaugh- A reception will follow the service. MARGARET ALENE POLLOCK RASH lin, and Carter McLaughlin; two great-grandchildren, and In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contribu- Margaret Alene Pollock numerous nieces and nephews. tions be made to the White Stone Church of the Nazarene, Rash of Gloucester, left us to He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Kathy P.O. Box 1270, White Stone, Va. 22578. be with our Father in heaven. A. Rion, and his granddaughter, Afton Staton. Currie Funeral Home LLC of Kilmarnock handled the ar- She was born on June 30, 1948 Funeral services were held on Saturday, June 12, 2021, rangements. and passed June 12, 2021 at at 2:30 p.m. at Bristow-Faulkner Funeral Home, Saluda, Va. the age of 72. She was pre- Graveside interment was held on Sunday, June 13, 2021, at ceded in death by her father, 2:30 p.m. at Rockbridge Memorial Gardens, Lexington, Va. Jack Pollock Jr., and mother, Bristow-Faulkner Funeral Home, Saluda, was in charge of all Florence Josephine Pollock. arrangements. JANICE NEALE ‘TOOTSIE’ CULVER She is survived by her hus- The family would like to thank Bay Aging and Riverside band of 54 years, Jimmy A Walter Reed Hospice for their support during Doug’s final Janice Neale “Tootsie” illness. Culver, 86, of Mechanics- Rash; brother, Robert Pollock ville, passed away peaceful- (wife Irene Pollock of Va.) ly on Sunday, June 6, 2021, and their two daughters; two with her family by her side. sons, Cort Rash (wife Dawn She was daughter to the late Rash of N.C.) and Adam Rash Thomas Iverson and Emily (wife Amber Rash of Va.); Teachey Neale. Janice was four granddaughters, and one HELEN LEORA STEINBERG predeceased by her loving great-grandson. As the anchor to the family, she will be loved Helen Leora Steinberg, husband, David M. Culver and missed by all. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to age 94, passed away in St. “PaPa,” in 2020. She is sur- Gloucester Volunteer Fire and Rescue. A celebration of her life Augustine, Florida, on Sat- vived by her children, Cyn- will be held at Andrews Funeral Home & Crematory on Satur- urday, June 5, 2021 after a thia Wyatt (Bobby), Neale day, June 19 at 3 p.m., with the family receiving friends follow- long successful life. She is Culver (Judi), and Margaret ing the service until 4 o’clock. survived by her daughter, Watkins (Wes). She is also Linda Hile; son-in-law, Don- survived by nine grand- ANNE MORRIS STUART RICHARDSON ald, and grandson, Evan children including Nealcyn, A memorial service and cel- Hile, all of Ponte Vedra Cash, Hardy and Avery, and 13 great-grandchildren. ebration of the life of Anne Beach, Florida. She was pre- Janice graduated from Hermitage High School and worked Morris Stuart Richardson will ceded in death by her hus- with the Virginia Funeral Directors Association for 15 years. be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, band, Edwin E. Steinberg; She was a member of Mechanicsville Baptist Church and the June 26 in Abingdon Episco- her parents, and her broth- Ruth Sunday School class. She dearly loved her church fam- pal Church, Gloucester. Fam- ers. She was born on April ily. She was a great cook and baker and loved sharing her gift ily and friends are invited. 26, 1927 to Albert F. Fuller with others. MyMa cookies, fruit cake and souse meat were Mrs. Richardson was the and Laura M. Balkey Fuller treats many received. Anyone who met Toots instantly had widow of retired U.S. Army in Stillwater, Oklahoma. She a true friend forever. Col. Philip S. Richardson Jr. was raised in Oklahoma and Janice enjoyed lots of trips to Gloucester. She didn’t miss and the mother of Philip Stu- Colorado. After high school she was employed in Chicago, many of her four Gloucester grandkids’ sporting events. She art Richardson and Anne Illinois, as an inspector and member of the International showed up for their plays, concerts and school programs. Dabney Asplen. She died Feb. Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW). She met Edwin Toots was a proud member of the “Summer of 2012 World 11, 2021. Her obituary was while they were both employed by Admiral Corporation. Series” GYB family. Toots was appreciative of the generosity printed earlier (https://www. They married in February 19, 1956. In 1962, the family moved of the Gloucester community. gazettejournal.net/anne-mor- to Southern California where they lived until 2007. They re- Her greatest joy was her family and she leaves behind ris-stuart-richardson/). tired in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, near their daughter, son- nothing but beautiful memories. Memorial donations may be Flowers are welcome. Me- in-law and grandson. She was dearly loved by her family and made to Gloucester Youth Baseball, P.O. Box 2046 Gloucester, morial contributions may be friends and her memory will be cherished in their hearts Va. 23061. A celebration of life to honor David and Janice will made to Abingdon Episcopal Church or to AdoptaPlatoon. forever. A 2 p.m. graveside service, conducted by the Rev. be held on Saturday, June 26 at 10 a.m. at Mechanicsville Ken Waclo, was held at Bellamy United Methodist Church Baptist Church, 8016 Atlee Road, Mechanicsville, Va. Cemetery on Monday, June 14, 2021. As per Mrs. Steinberg’s request, memorial contributions may be made to S.A.F.E. Pet HARRY WINGFIELD LOUTHAN SHEPHERD SR. Rescue, P.O. Box 840215, St. Augustine, Fla. 32080, 904-460- Harry Wingfield Louthan 0556 or Community Hospice & Palliative Care, 4266 Sunbeam Shepherd Sr. (Pete), age 68, Road, Jacksonville, Fla. 32257. Services under the direction JAMES W. DRUMMOND of Hayes, surrounded by fam- of Hogg Funeral Home. James W. Drummond of Hudgins, died Tuesday, June 15, ily, went to be with the Lord 2021. He was born on Sept. 29, 1933. on June 8, 2021. He was a A service will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, June 20 at Gwynn’s U.S. Navy veteran, owner of Island Baptist Church. Shepherd’s Waterfront Prop- erties, and a proud member of the GHS Class of 1970. He was both a Mayflower and a ESTELLE NOTTINGHAM TANKARD Jamestown descendant. He Estelle Nottingham Tan- had a relative who was killed kard, 92, of Cobbs Creek, ROBERT C. EBERLE at the Alamo. died Monday, June 14, 2021. Robert C. Eberle of He was a Ruritan Forever Estelle was the daughter of Gloucester, died peacefully and a Tom Downing Fellow. the late George Granville in his home in the early He was preceded in death and Estelle Nottingham Tan- hours of May 30, 2021. Born by his parents, Dr. Richard kard of Machipongo on the in Chicago, Illinois, to Swiss Thomas and Mrs. Mildred Eastern Shore of Virginia. immigrants Ann and Oscar Louthan Shepherd, and brother-in-law, John Stanley Clements Estelle was a graduate Eberle on Feb. 12, 1930, he Sr. of the College of William & received his B.S. (Phi Beta He is survived by his loving wife, Mary Lou; sister, Almeda Mary with an AB degree in Kappa) and his M.D. (Alpha Clements; brother, Thomas (Ginny); sons, Peter Todd (Betsy), English and Education. She Omega Alpha) degrees from Harry Wingfield Louthan Shepherd Jr. (Melissa); and Cameron received her Master of Hu- Northwestern University. (Natalie); seven grandchildren, Peter Thomas, Lucy, Mason, manities degree from the Following an internship at Eli, Locksley, Winston, and Harry Wingfield Louthan Shepherd University of Richmond. She Cook County Hospital and III. Also survived by godson, Matt Molter; sister-in-law, JoAnn taught for 34 years, begin- a pathology fellowship at Nystrom (Jon), and brother-in-law, Bruce Hogge (Karen). Also ning her career at Woodrow the University of Zurich, he survived by niece, Carroll Ann Lewter (John); nephew, Stan Wilson Junior High School served his country as a med- (Julie); great-nieces, Matison, Grace, and Carlie, and great- in Roanoke, Virginia. She then moved to Thomas Jefferson ical officer with the 82nd nephew, Jack. Pete’s brothers by different mothers are Don High School in Richmond, Virginia, and completed her ca- Airborne in Germany from Molter, Arthur Carr, Eugene Washer, and three Lawrence reer at McLean and Chantilly high schools in Fairfax Coun- 1956-1958. Residencies in both General Surgery and Otolar- brothers, Larry, Bill, and Lew. ty. In Roanoke, Estelle taught English and Social Studies; at yngology enabled Bob to play a leading role in the emerging Pete was smart, witty, and a natural-born leader, organizer, Thomas Jefferson, English, Journalism and Humanities, and specialty of Head and Neck Surgery. First at the University of and spontaneous orator. He was President of the Glouces- in Fairfax schools, English and AP English/Humanities. Dur- Chicago and subsequently as Chief of the Head and Neck ser- ter-Mathews-Middlesex Board of Realtors; President of the ing the 1963-64 school year, she won a John Hay Fellowship vice surgery at both Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital Gloucester Point Rotary Club; President of the Abingdon Ruri- to the University of Chicago where her professional focus and St. Vincent’s Hospital in New York City, he taught a gen- tan Club; Board President of Jamestown Education Center; Ru- switched to teaching an interdisciplinary course that she eration of residents. It was during his three years in Germany ritan Zone 4 Governor Chesapeake District; Ruritan Lieutenant wrote based upon her academic experiences in Chicago. Af- and Switzerland that he was able to hone his skills at moun- Governor Chesapeake District; Board Member & Secretary- ter her retirement in 1983, “Miss T” remained in touch with taineering which became one of his great loves. This led him Treasurer, Chesapeake Bay & Rivers Association of Property many of her former students who have had successful and to participate over the years in expeditions up Aconcagua in Services. Pete was a Mason in Urbanna Royal Arch Chapter enriched lives in many fields of endeavor. South America, Kilimanjaro and Mount Kenya in Africa, and No. 59 and Penn-Neck Commandery No. 33 Knights Templar of She is survived by a niece, Mary Tankard Pumputis, her many peaks in Switzerland, as well as the “long walk” to the Virginia. He was a member of the Gloucester Historical Soci- husband Doug Pumputis and their children, Amy and Adam, base camp for Mount Everest in later years. After retiring to ety, Colonial Corvette Club, Middlesex Shooting Sports Club, as well as a nephew, George G. Tankard III and his wife Carol Gloucester, Bob took up oyster gardening, “lawn & woods INO Hunt Club, and the INO Hearts Group. In his spare time, he and their daughters, Sara and Jane. “Stellie” is also survived maintenance,” and vegetable gardening. He also found time played tennis, bridge, planned bus trips to Dover, Delaware, by Carolyn B. Hudgins, a special friend of many years; her to volunteer on medical missions with the Maryknoll Broth- hunted, fly-fished and traveled with Mary Lou. children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. ers in Tanzania for a number of years. Bob enjoyed the rich This was Pete’s third bout with cancer. He fought the good Funeral services will be held 11 a.m., Thursday, June 17, offerings of the Virginia Symphony and, locally, Ware’s the fight. On the morning of June 8, he proclaimed that he wanted 2021 at Mathews Baptist Church, Hudgins, with burial to fol- Music. Bob is survived by his wife of 54 years, Wanda Eberle; to go home—his Heavenly Home. At 4:52 p.m. he was with low at H.C. Smither Memorial Cemetery, Hudgins. The fam- sister, Margaret Sather (Arvid); sons, Mark (Kelli) and Paul Jesus. ily will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the (Jennifer); grandchildren, Emma, Jack, Sophie, Nora and A Going Home Service conducted by Rev. Sven vanBaars, church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be Caroline; and inquisitive beagles, “Felix” and “Oscar.” His was held Saturday, June 12 at 11 a.m. at Abingdon Episco- made to the Mathews Volunteer Rescue Squad, 94 Cricket professional life was celebrated in New York City upon his pal Church, 4645 George Washington Memorial Highway, Hill Road, Hudgins, Va. 23076, to the Gloucester-Mathews retirement in 1999, and his family will celebrate his life with Gloucester, Va. 23061. Interment followed the service, fol- Humane Society, P.O. Box 385, Gloucester, Va. 23061, to them at a later time during the summer. The family wishes to lowed by a Celebration of Life at the Abingdon Ruritan Club, Mathews Baptist Church, P.O. Box 8, Hudgins, Va. 23076 or to thank the professionals of Riverside Walter Reed Hospice for 8784 Guinea Road, Hayes, Va. 23072. the charity of your choice. Faulkner Funeral Homes, Foster- the care extended to Bob during his last 17 days. Andrews Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Faulkner Chapel, Mathews, is assisting the family.

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Local man dies in Route 17 crash PUBLIC CALENDAR| COMMUNITY GROUPS| A single-vehicle accident on Rt. 17 in Gloucester on Tuesday took the life of a local man. The accident occurred at 12:51 p.m. in the southbound lanes of Route 17 at Canon Way. The driver of a 2003 Mazda THURSDAY the Colonial Courthouse. THURSDAY NEXT THURSDAY Tribute SUV, Mark Stuart Thomas, ran off the road and struck a tree. SOCIAL SERVICES: The Gloucester TUESDAY MCRC: “How to Start a Business in RETIRED TEACHERS: The Gloucester Thomas, 61, of Corr Street in Gloucester suffered life- Social Services Board will meet Mathews County” is the topic for Retired Educators Association threatening injuries and was taken to Riverside Walter Reed on Thursday, June 17 at 7:30 BZA: The Board of Zoning Ap- today’s meeting of the Mathews will meet on Zoom at 11 a.m. Hospital where he was later pronounced deceased. Thomas a.m. via electronic means. peals will meet on Tuesday, County Resources Council. For next Thursday, June 24. In a re- was not wearing his seat belt at the time of the crash, Call the main office at 804- June 22 at 7 p.m. at the Colo- login information to join the lease, the group extended in- according to the Virginia State Police. 693-2671 for information to nial Courthouse. meeting, call 804-210-9169. vitation to any retiree from This was the second traffic fatality in Gloucester in 2021. attend electronically. REPUBLICANS: The Gloucester Gloucester County Schools to WEDNESDAY County Republican Committee join the meeting. Contact Nancy MONDAY will meet at 7:15 tonight at DAV Keenan, communications rep- CARDS OF THANKS| EDA: The Gloucester Economic Building 58, 6265 Professional resentative (nkeenan49@gmail. SUPERVISORS: The Gloucester Development Authority will Drive. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. com), for the Zoom link informa- FITCHETT--The family of JACKSON Board of Supervisors will hold meet on Wednesday, June 23 New and prospective members tion. The program for this meet- Donna Ellen Fitchett wishes a special called meeting on at 8:30 a.m. at Olivia’s on Main. are welcomed, a release said. ing will be on the Gloucester – The family of to express our sincere thanks Monday, June 21 at 7 p.m. in County Department of So- Curtis M. Jackson (Willie- cial Services Foster Care Pro- to everyone, whether it was a gram. Trish Berg will speak. Neckbone) wishes to ex- prayer, a call, a card, food, visit, press our sincere thanks to everyone for your prayers, flowers, or donations, or just a calls and all acts of kindness kind word or deed, we thank during this time of great you. Virginia’s Covid-19 case rate falls sorrow. Your support is Nora Ellen, Dale, Frankie BY SHERRY HAMILTON one dose, he said, with over da. Again, no appointment is during the past week with the greatly appreciated and will and families. 80 percent of those aged 65 necessary. virus, for a total of 23. be remembered. God Bless While Virginia’s COVID-19 and over having received at The Mathews County Health Middlesex had two new INYou MEMORIAM and Thanks| Again! case rate continues to im- least one dose. Department will have Moder- cases, for a total of 575, but GREEN-COOKE--The family prove, the numbers across Getting vaccinated na vaccinations available by no new hospitalizations leav- the U.S. have levelled off to Williams continues to urge appointment for ages 18 and ing that total at 25 since last In memory of of Anna Green-Cooke wishes around 14,000 a day, with 20 everyone aged 12 and older up next Thursday, June 24, at March. to express our sincere thanks to states reporting increasing to get vaccinated against the the health department, 536 There were no deaths from case counts. virus. Those ages 12 to 17 Church Street, Mathews. COVID locally during the past everyone for your prayers, calls According to the weekly seeking vaccination outside Cases, hospitalizations, deaths week, leaving the total num- Doris Ann and all acts of kindness during pandemic update from Dr. a school setting must be ac- COVID-19 case numbers ber of people who have lost Mickelborough our time of great sorrow and Richard Williams, Medical companied by a parent or were stable locally during the their lives in the tri-county June 14, 1933~Oct. 24, 2020 Director of the Three Rivers guardian and provide proof past week. Gloucester added area at 49 for Gloucester, 12 a special thanks to Riverside Health District, the case rate of age. Only the Pfizer vac- six new cases, for a total of for Mathews, and 20 for Mid- Gone but not Cancer and Hospice team. Your in Virginia is down to fewer- cine is currently approved 2,266 cases since the pan- dlesex. forgotten. than 190 per day over a sev- for use by youth. demic began, and two new There were 14 new cas- support was greatly appreci- en-day average, and Three There will be a Juneteenth hospitalizations, for a total of es across the Three Riv- Happy Birthday Rivers is stable at “very low Pfizer vaccination clinic for 66. ers Health District during in Heaven. ated and will be remembered. Mary Mickelborough, new case rates,” of just two ages 12 and up from 5-7 p.m. Mathews had no new cases, the past week, for a total of Husband & Family to three per day for all 10 ju- on Friday, June 19, at the leaving the total at 599, but 10,175 people over the past risdictions in the district. First United Baptist Church, one person was hospitalized 15 months. Across Virginia, around 6188 George Washington Me- 56.8 percent of the total pop- morial Highway, Gloucester. ulation has received at least No appointment is neces- one dose of a vaccine, while sary. 69 percent of the population A second Juneteenth Pfi- over age 18 has received zer vaccination clinic will be at least one dose, said Wil- held for ages 12 and up from liams. In Three Rivers, about 2-6 p.m. on Sunday, June 27, 58.6 percent of the adult pop- at Lebanon Baptist Church, Happy Father’s Day In loving memory of ulation has received at least 11821 Tidewater Trail, Salu- Grand Reopening June 19 th
In memory of my father, my Hero Harry Woodrow Atwell Sr. George K. Hicks, Sr. at Our New Location!
Oct. 7, 1943~July 5, 2017 16 July 1944 - 18 June 2018 West Mathews Community League to hold sale 10880 General Puller Hwy., Hartfield We love you and miss you Who passed away 3 years ago. The West Mathews Community League will hold its yard,
very much. Still miss you like crazy and always will! plant and bake sale from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the Happy Father's Day and 804-776-0075
Wife, Lucy, children, Happy early Birthday! West Mathews Civic Center on Route 660 in Bohannon. grandchildren & great- I love you, The event, a fundraiser for the league, will be held rain Sales • Refreshments
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grandchildren your daughter or shine.

In memory of Marc Becker 2/10/1975 -1/28/2019

I know you can hear me, Daddy Way up in Heaven Because we talk through our hearts. Dear Daddy in Heaven, I miss you every day, And I know you miss me too. No matter how old I get Or how long you’re gone, I hear you, Daddy, Up in Heaven, Through the love in my heart! Happy Father’s Day in Heaven, Daddy! I love you, Always! Love, your baby girl, Aubrey Mae

ESTATE AUCTIONS onsite at each location Saturday June 26th -Auction at 11 am- HICKORY HILL LANE, Gloucester, Va. 23061: Residential Lot, 9 + acres, backs up to Beaverdam, Tax Map 24-184H. Turn onto Fary’s Mill (Rt 606), Turn onto Hickory Hill Lane, go to the end. Assessed $80k. Starting Bid $40k See Drone Video at www.VirginiaPropertyAuction.com Call Linda 804-832-8471 for Bid Package with Terms and contract PRE-AUCTION OFFERS ACCEPTED -Auction at 1 pm- 4028 George Washington Memorial Highway plus adjacent lot (2 Parcels), Hayes, Va 23072: Commercial Lot. Almost 1 acre on Rt. 17 in Hayes. (0.93 acres). Tax Map 45-371 and 371A. Assessment $183K, Starting Bid $50K. See Drone Video at www.VirginiaPropertyAuction.com Call Linda 804-832-8471 for Bid Package with Terms and contract PRE-AUCTION OFFERS ACCEPTED See websites for photos

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KIM ROBINS / GAZETTE-JOURNAL Walk-through Ware graduates Ten recent Gloucester High School graduates took a trip back to Botetourt Elementary School last Thursday for a walk through Ten eighth graders at Ware Academy completed their studies and graduated from the school on June 4. They included, the halls where they were congratulated by the younger pupils. The graduates included, from left, Tara Shetterly, Rickey front from left, Landon Spivey, Sage Tietjen-Forsythe, Mason Bull, Olivia Wilton, Dawson Britton; back row, Maggie Lan- Watkins, Haley Taylor, Madelyn Junker, Rebecca Brown, Ella Poulson, Jordan Scott; back row, Nicholas Carr, Ethan Ketchem caster, Gavin Rowe, Karson Marshall, Blake Berry and Kayleigh Moye. and Trent Fox. Gloucester School Board approves appointments

The Gloucester School Peasley Middle School. Also, was transferred to an instruc- Board made five personnel Teresa Bailey of Gloucester, tional technology resource appointments for the 2021- was appointed to a support teacher position with her lo- 2022 school year during its services position, effective cation to be determined, ef- May 27 work session at the July 1. fective Aug. 19. T.C. Walker Education Center. In transfers, Gloucester The board also accepted The board appointed Da- High School Principal Craig resignations from Achilles El- ryl Oakley of Shacklefords, Reed was transferred to the ementary fifth grade teacher as the new assistant princi- principal’s position at Peasley Matthew Payne, effective June Award recipient pal at Abingdon Elementary Middle School, effective July 17, and support services em- Brittany Ottarson, 2021 School, effective July 1. Also, 1. ployee Holli Gipple, effective graduate of Mathews High Alex Witowski of Mathews, Also, Peasley special edu- May 15. School, is the recipient of this was appointed as a technol- cation teacher Jennifer Stutz year’s $500 Ruth Smitt Edu- ogy teacher at Page Middle was transferred to teach Retirement was approved cational Award given by the School and Erica Banuski of special education at Page, for Peasley special educa- Cricket Hill National Society Yorktown, was appointed as a and Abingdon second grade tion teacher Barbara Collins, of the Daughters of the Ameri- sixth grade science teacher at teacher Stacey Marsh was Page technology education can Revolution. The award is Page, both effective Aug. 16. transferred to teach second teacher Rosser “Rusty” West, given in memory of Ruth Smitt In addition, Nancy Kast of grade at Botetourt Elementa- and Bethel Elementary school who was chapter regent for Albuquerque, New Mexico, ry, both effective Aug. 19. nurse Debra Wood, all effec- six years. Ottarson has been was appointed as an eighth In addition, Abingdon fifth tive July 1. accepted into the nursing pro- grade mathematics teacher at grade teacher Nicole Lantz gram at Rappahannock Com- munity College. Honor rolls announced SCHOOL BRIEFS| Sophomores: Ethan Hudgins, Faith Lisa Zerbe. Madeline Brown of Mathews High School re- Lewis and Fenella Vandermolen. Hudgins, graduated cum cently released its honor rolls Freshmen: Zoe Camp, Emersyn Duff, Students making the A/B laude with a degree in nursing Andrew Greve, Mary Hospodar, Lillian TYLER BASS / GAZETTE-JOURNAL for the second semester and Jarosz, Emilee Jarvis, Aries Jump, Claire honor roll for the entire from James Madison Univer- entire 2020-2021 school year. Kramer, Madeline Miller and Annalise school year were: sity during commencement Students receiving all As Morse. Seniors: Lois Beale, Bryce Fulford, exercises in May 2021. Other Flag retirement during the second semester Those named to the A/B Sophie Gibson, Taylor Hudgins, Connie local JMU graduates included Johnson, Alejandra McCurry, Jackson Members of American Legion Post 75 retired the United States and Virginia were: honor roll for the second se- Putt, Marysol Richardson, Brian Robin- Ellis Finney of Gloucester, Seniors: Melody De Guzman, Ab- mester were: son, Kelsey Ryan, Melissa Sochor and who received a degree in Eng- State flags at Page Middle School on Monday. The Page sixth grade class igail Hudgins, Lauren Hudgins, Brit- Seniors: Kylie Berry, Mahaila Burton, Dennis Wood. lish, Afton Thayer and Alex- came outside to watch and learn a bit about Flag Day and the significance tany Ottarson, Brian Robinson, Dennis Sophie Gibson, Taylor Hudgins, Connie Juniors: Kelly Britt, Carson Brown, Wood, Jennifer Young and Lillian Johnson, Alejandra McCurry, Marysol William Hospodar, Jenna Hudgins, Coo- andra Woller of Gloucester, of retiring flags when they’re worn out. American Legion Post 75 member Young. Richardson, Kelsey Ryan, Melissa So- per La Casse, Kathleen Moran, Zoe who both received degrees in Robert Berry cranks the new American Flag at Page Middle School up as fel- Sophomores: Sarah Ashbaugh, chor and Lanazia Whalen. Sawyer, Joice Small, Savannah Smith, psychology, Victoria Wilson low Legion members, from left, Rick Ward, Paul Miller and Michael McKee Ethan Hudgins, Faith Lewis and Fenella Juniors: Kelly Britt, Carson Brown, Cameron Stearns, Dylan White and of Gloucester, who received a Vandermolen. Grayson Camp, Ja’marri Henderson, Wil- Kathleen Winters. stand at attention. Freshmen: Zoe Camp, Emersyn Duff, liam Hospodar, Jenna Hudgins, Kath- Sophomores: Olivia Ashbaugh, degree in sport and recreation Andrew Greve, Mary Hospodar, Lil- leen Moran, Zoe Sawyer, Joice Small, Sarah Ashbaugh, Bradyn Barr, Reese management, Lauren Cross- lian Jarosz, Emilee Jarvis, Aries Jump, Savannah Smith, Cameron Stearns, Brock, Cody Deagle, Savannah Hart- ley of Hayes, who received a Claire Kramer, Madeline Miller, Annalise Dylan White and Kathleen Winters. love, William Jackson, Luke Lewis, Mas- degree in kinesiology and Ad- Morse and Natalie Price. Sophomores: Bradyn Barr, Reese simo Mastromano, Nicholas Revell, Brock, Cody Deagle, William Jackson, Emily Thiel-Goin and Tara White. dison Boyer of Mathews, who Those receiving all As for Massimo Mastromano, Nicholas Revell, Freshmen: Alexandra Bass, Morgan received a degree in psychol- the entire year were: Melody Smith and Emily Thiel-Goin. Crittenden, Timothy Dehoux, Brooklyne ogy. Trailer Repair Seniors: Kylie Berry, Melody De Guz- Freshmen: Timothy Dehoux, Brook- Fulford, Sarah Moughon, Conner Rob- man, Abigail Hudgins, Lauren Hudgins, lyne Fulford, Samantha Hodge, Con- ins, Chloe Schaible, Whitney Stewart, Brittany Ottarson, Lanazia Whalen, Jen- ner Robins, Chloe Schaible, Whitney William Stroud, Clay Walker III, Lainie Five local residents recently nifer Young and Lillian Young. Stewart, William Stroud, Lainie Wilson, Wilson, Christiana Wood, Taylor Wood graduated from the College and Parts Junior: Grayson Camp. Christiana Wood, Taylor Wood and and Lisa Zerbe. of William and Mary. They in- cluded Sterling Ransone of Cobbs Creek, who received a bachelor of arts degree, Trailer World Sailing coach on admissions call Reagan Jackson of Mathews, who received a bachelor of Christchurch School’s na- coach Kieran O’Connell will mission” Zoom information arts degree, Macy Calder of 804-642-6461 tional championship sailing be part of a “Coffee with Ad- call on Friday organized by Gloucester Point, who re-

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End-of-year ceremonies Separate end-of-year ceremo- nies were held Wednesday, June 2, at the three Mathews County Public Schools, rec- ognizing teachers and other employees who had reached milestones working at the school division. At Mathews El- ementary (top photo), employ- ees recognized included, front row from left, Pat Moughon (30 years), Amy Hudgins (30 years), Jennifer Jackson (School Board Office, 10 years); back row, Laurie Walden (25 years), Amy Shaw (25 years), Sprucing up Bethel Christina Davis (20 years) and Abingdon Ruritan Club members recently volunteered to help repaint the blacktops at Bethel Elementary School. The project (inset photo) Terrie Cooke (35 included repainting the United States map, basketball court and various games. Lending a hand were, from left, Roger Dick, years, retirement) ). At Thomas Yvonne Scales, Allen Scales, Betsy Tuttle, Regina Scott and Ann Dugas. Hunter Middle School (middle photo), those recognized in- cluded, front row from left, Sally Dispirito (retirement), Pam Hudgins (20 years), Gin- ger Case (15 years); back row, Honors list at Governor’s School Debbie Lowe (25 years), Tif- Several Gloucester and work. Hendrix and Joice Small. fanie Wheeler (15 years) and Mathews High School stu- Members of the Class of Leslie Hudgins (15 years). At dents were named to the 2021 named to the list were Members of the Class of 2023 Mathews High (bottom photo), second semester Director’s Kylie Berry, Clayton Garrett, named to the list were Savan- those recognized were, front List at the Chesapeake Bay Abigail Hudgins, Madelyn nah Hartlove, Ethan Hudgins, row from left, Christy Hender- Governor’s School. The honor Junker, Kathryn Parnell and Wilton Hudgins, Faith Lewis, is awarded to students who Kayla Schill. Members of the Joshua Mayer, Kayleigh Miller son (20 years), Lee Anne Bray have earned a 3.6 or better in Class of 2022 named to the and Makaela Tilley. (25 years), Susan Sanderson the term in their CBGS course- list were Dani Asnicar, Brenna (20 years), Katelyn Dodge (10 years); back row, Drew Greve (20 years), Debbie Todd (15 years), Rachel Morris (10 years) and, not pictured, Charles For- Mathews schools represented rest (15 years), Donna Croxton (15 years), Yvonne Rich (15 years) and Susan Foster and Al at conference Thomas (retirement). Mathews County Super- Law Conference held June 4. ing, providing remote services intendent of Schools Nancy The conference was spon- to special education students, Welch, accompanied by sored by the Virginia School school resource officers, and school board members John Boards Association and of- education legislation. Priest and Linda Hodges, at- fered legal guidance on topics tended the Virginia School including collective bargain-

Mathews Community Foundation Improving the Quality of Life for those Living and Working in Mathews.

Because of the generosity of our donors the Mathews Community Foundation is able to support the work of worthy organizations with 31 grants for 2021 The Mathews Community Foundation proudly announces the distribution of approximately $143,000 in grants to deserving Mathews organizations that contribute daily to the quality of life in our beloved community. This Spring we still faced pandemic related issues. There are families struggling, children that need to be fed, staff that need to be paid so they don’t become unemployed and operating expenses for many of our non profits were not being met. The Mathews Community Foundation is proud to announce that 31 grants will be awarded to worthy organizations that continue to Improve the Quality of Life for Those Living and Working in Mathews.

Bay Aging Gloucester-Mathews Humane Mathews Co Public Schools (5) Partners for Mathews Students Bay School Community Arts Society Mathews Co TRIAD Peninsula Metropolitan YMCA (2) Center Hands Across Mathews Mathews Co Visitors Center The Doorways Interfaith Council, Inc. (2) Coastal VA Wildlife Mathews Department of Social The Fairfield Foundation Observatory Helping the Homeless Services (3) The Salvation Army Community Strides Program Jacob’s Ladder, Inc. Mathews Volunteer Fire Dept. VersAbility Resources Gloucester Mathews Mathews Co. Historical Mathews Volunteer Rescue Virginia Symphony Orchestra Care Clinic Society Squad Mathews Community Foundation Advisory Board Brenda A. Ripley, Chairman, Ron J. Lambert, Vice Chairman, Gaylen J. Davis, Secretary, William H. Whitley, Treasurer, Lois G. Biddison, Rev Julia M. Forrest, Elizabeth S. Hospodar, Carroll A. Jackson, Brenda L. Moore, Janice H. Phillips, Jenny M. Pritchett, John S. Sieg, Jr., Edith W. Turner, John T. White, III, H. Alexander Wilson

Y M C K THURSDAY JUNE 17, 2021 Sports GLOUCESTER-MATHEWS GAZETTE-JOURNAL 13A GHS boys’ soccer advances

BY TYLER BASS goal,” said Raines Raines said the Dukes Gloucester High School second goal was scored off varsity soccer teams kicked a corner kick by Kennedy. off the Region 5A Playoff Dukes keeper, Riley Jayquish Tournament last week. The recorded 15 saves to keep boys faced off against Hick- the boys in the game. The fi- ory High School, and over- nal score was 2-1. The boys came a half-time deficit to will face Cox High School in advance to the next round the semi-finals. of the tournament. The girls, For the girls, the match however, fell to Nansemond went into overtime after River in overtime. both teams were tied after 90 For the boys, Bobby Cox minutes. Nansemond River and Frank Kennedy managed was able to strike first and to score Gloucester’s two took the game with a score points in the match. Head of 3-2. Coach Craig Raines said that Caroline Merchant scored Hickory scored in the first the two points for the Lady half and held the led until Dukes during their loss the second half. He said that against Nansemond River. Aaron Miller got the ball to Caitlyn Shelton and Cori Cox who took on a defender Morgan picked up the assists to even the score. for each point respectively. “The team stayed calm and Despite the loss, keeper Julie never panicked in the entire Trist recorded eight saves. game even being down a

Ulsaker picked to SHERRY HAMILTON / GAZETTE-JOURNAL Regional win coach for Olympic Blue Devil Daniel Moughon, above, was the winning pitcher during Mathews High School’s final Region 1A playoff game against West Point on Monday at Mathews Parks and Recreation. Relief pitcher Timmy Dehoux is shown below getting one of his two hits and two RBIs. The score was 10-2, with relief pitcher Aidan West scor- ing one hit, two RBIs, two runs, and two stolen bases. Dawson Adams scored one hit and one RBI and made “two great defensive plays at third base to prevent West Development Program Point from scoring,” said Coach Al DeWitt. Mathews was scheduled for a playoff game against Essex on Wednesday to determine which team will play in the Region 1A Championship on Friday. BY MELANY SLAUGHTER

Tim Ulsaker of Mobjack Rowing and the Mathews High School Crew program is going to spend his summer coach- ing for the USRowing Youth Olympic Development Camp in Jacksonville, Florida. He is on the staff as the U20 High Performance Men’s coach. Chris Chase, who started this program, asked Ulsaker to be on the coaching staff. Tim Ulsaker of Mobjack Rowing and the Chase joined USRowing as the Director of Youth Rowing in Mathews High School Crew program 2019. He is responsible for the was picked to be a coach for the Olym- U19 National Team. Chase’s pic Development Program this summer idea for the Olympic Devel- in Jacksonville, Florida. opment Program was to help teenagers learn how to row properly and keep them safe ity training, and land and lift while doing so. training. Lights out will be ev- Ulsaker said that the early ery day at 9 p.m. The rowers style for junior rowing selec- will have the day off on Sun- tion teams used to be “brutal” day to rest. and “a downright fight.” In The program will help the this program, young athletes rowers develop as athletes, will have the support they give them quality instruction need to get better while being from USRowing certified and cared for properly. There will Olympic experienced coach- be one coach for every eight es, expose them to regional athletes and one staff mem- and national team coaches, ber for every seven athletes. give them the opportunity to In addition to the coaching represent their region in com- staff, there will also be a yoga petition, and expose them to instructor and a nutritionist. college coaches invited to the “I want to help them get bet- Olympic Development Sum- ter,” said Ulsaker about the mer Cup. The rowers will also rowers signed up for the pro- be training and socializing gram. with the best athletes in their He said that the program is age group. almost like a college course. “It was a real honor for me The rowers will eat breakfast to be invited,” said Ulsaker every day at 7:50 a.m. and about being asked to be one then head to a classroom ses- of the coaches. sion. Other daily activities Ulsaker sets off for the camp include water sessions, land today. The 375 campers will Lady Devils beat MHS softball and post row, core or flexibil- arrive June 20. Northampton earns bye

The Mathews High School son had one. The Mathews High School Mathews advanced to PRLGA results varsity softball team beat Abbie Hudgins hit a triple softball team was scheduled Wednesday’s semifinal game, Northampton, 7-3, last for Mathews, Chelsea Ar- to enter post-season play which began at 5 p.m. at Wednesday, June 9. mistead hit a double and yesterday. The second-seed MHS, against either Nor- Winners in competition 72; Christie Pitts, 74. Second Joice Small hit a home run Reese Brock, Crittenden, Lady Devils received a bye in thumberland or Essex, with held June 10 in the Piankatank flight, Chrystal Welch, 73; for the team and also had Jackson and Ryan hit one the opening round of the Re- that winner playing for the River Ladies Golf Association, June Klink, 73; Lisa Laverly. two RBIs. Morgan Crittenden single each. gion 1A tournament, which regional crown. playing in Hartfield at the Third flight, Donna Lange, 70; and Kelsey Ryan also had Emily West pitched all sev- began Monday. Piankatank River Golf Club, Marney Richardson, 71; Carol two RBIs each and Aly Jack- en innings for Mathews. were as follows: First flight, Sennott, 73. Nina Carter, 71; Judy Spain,

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Mathews High School Tennis Player Connie Johnson, left, came in second place at the state finals last Friday. Here she stands with Coach LaDonna Crain. Johnson second PHOTO BY JEFF CHERRY in state tennis Paul Jones pitched three shutout innings to start the game against the Caroline Cubs, allowing just two hits while striking out four in his first start of the season.

Mathews High School’s the loss in the finals was her number one singles tennis first and only this year. Her Deltas rout Cubs, 22-0 player Connie Johnson com- state tournament record was peted in the state finals on Fri- 8-1. BY STEPHEN BLUE day, dropped a 6-1, 6-2 match Coach LaDonna Crain said, NABA championship. On Sat- second, the onslaught contin- line batters. Starting pitcher against Sara Nichols of Au- “It is really great to coach a The Deltaville Deltas rolled urday night, the Richmond ued, with Deltaville sending Paul Jones was credited with burn to finish. player like Connie who came to an easy victory Satur- Yankees come to town for 18 batters to the plate and the win, with relievers Cole Coach LaDonna Crain said to me four years ago not even day night, piling on 22 runs their inaugural game. Both coming away with 12 runs in Stamm and Nicky Wohlek- the score does not reflect how knowing how to hold a racket against the Caroline Cubs in a games start at 7:30 p.m. at the frame. The Deltas emp- ing each providing innings of close the match was, with and then she developed her shutout victory. Deltaville Ballpark. tied their bench, inserting scoreless relief. each point going very long. tennis skills to the point that The Deltas return to the In Saturday’s win, the new- all of their reserve players At the plate, 10 different Johnson defeated Sabrina she qualified to play for the field for a pair of home games ly formed Cubs of Caroline into the lineup, and eventu- Deltas collected hits, paced Dickerson of William Camp- state championship. She is this weekend. The Richmond County were simply over- ally scored four more runs to by a 2-hit, 3-RBI game from bell, 6-2, 6-0, in the semifinals a great athlete and has such Smokies come to town for matched by the Deltas’ of- complete the final score. Blake, and a 2-hit, 3-runs to reach the championship strong determination. She has their first game of the season fense. Deltaville plated 6 runs Things didn’t go much dif- score performance by Alex- match. been a pleasure to coach and Friday, as they come off an in the first inning thanks in ferently on defense, as three ander Crittenden. Johnson was undefeated all will do well in anything she at- 11-3 season in 2020, during part to RBI hits from Scott Deltas pitchers allowed just season in district play, and tempts in life,” Crain said. which they competed for the Crump and Chris Blake. In the four hits to shut out the Caro-

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Lady Gloucester PR&T announces its programs

Upcoming programs of The deadline for all options is CAMPS: Parks & Rec is spon- Each participant will have a PRT at 804-693-2355, email Dukes Gloucester Parks, Recreation June 29. soring two performing arts six foot table, chair and ac- [email protected] or and Tourism include the fol- EXPERIENCE GLOUCESTER camps from June 28-July 1 cess to restrooms, refrigera- stop by the office, 6382 Main lowing: HISTORY DAY CAMP: Parks, at T.C. Walker. For ages 7-11, tor, microwave and sink. The Street. fall in FOOD SAFETY CERTIFICA- Recreation & Tourism is Disney Camp will feature fa- fee is $15 and the deadline to TION: Parks, Recreation & sponsoring a day camp to vorites from Disney movies, register is July 7. Tourism is sponsoring a Food Explore Gloucester History, meeting from 9 a.m.-noon. For HUG A TREE: Parks, Recre- Safety Certification class on July 19-22, 9 a.m.-noon at the ages 12-17, the Girls “Show ation & Tourism is sponsoring Catch The regionals Tuesdays and Thursdays, Gloucester Museum of Histo- Music Choir” camp will fea- the Hug a Tree and Survive Sports News Nansemond River deliv- July 13-22 from 2-5 p.m. at the ry. Visit the Gloucester Muse- ture favorite show tunes, program for ages 7-11 on July ered a 14-0 shutout to the Stewart Building, across from um of History and Rosewell, from 1-4 p.m. The camp fees 12 from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at Whit- in the Gloucester High School var- Botetourt school. This class learn about archaeology and are $59 and the deadline to comb Lodge. This program Gloucester-Mathews sity softball team Monday, meets the Gloucester County artifacts, meet Revolution- register is June 21. gives youth tools to help ending a 7-5 short season for Code requirements for food ary War heroes and hear the SIT AND CRAFT: PR&T is them if they become lost. The GAZETTE- the Dukes. establishments. The full class sound of musket fire. Fee is sponsoring a day of crafting program is free and the dead- Cierra Gawryluk of Nanse- is $175; for the test only on $59 and the deadline to regis- at Whitcomb Lodge on July line to register is July 5. JOURNAL mond River threw a perfect July 22, the fee is $65 without ter is July 12. 14 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Bring For more information on game in the eastern regional a book and $85 with the book. PERFORMING ARTS crafts, friends and a lunch. these and other activities call tournament at the Stoney Run Athletic Complex. The sopho- more left-hander was in com- plete control from start to fin- ish as she went to a three-ball count only twice on the day. Gloucester struck out 11 times and only put the ball in play four times. Sierra West popped out to the catcher while Kimber Rainey ground- ed out to the shortstop. Grace Saunders also grounded out to the shortstop and hit a long line-drive that was caught on the move by the Nansemond center fielder in the second inning. The Dukes have made it to post-season play for the last three softball seasons, includ- ing a trip to the 2019 state tournament. Gloucester will look to do it again in 2022.

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Y M C K 16A GLOUCESTER-MATHEWS GAZETTE-JOURNAL THURSDAY JUNE 17, 2021 Dukes fall to Menchville Former MRA The Gloucester High ville had 16 hits and only two The Dukes finished their rower qualifies School varsity baseball team errors. Colton Smith had two regular season with a record fell to Menchville Monday at hits out of three bats and of eight wins and three loss- for Olympics home, 15-7. Tripp Roady had one hit out es. Gloucester had a total of of two bats. Both Smith and A rower six hits and four errors dur- Roady were walked twice by who took ing the game while Mench- Menchville. part in Mobjack Rowing As- sociation’s summer competi- Lindsay named to All-ODAC Second Team tive group in 2007 has Brett Lindsay of Gloucester, ing the ODAC Lindsay has also earned a qualified a student and baseball player Tournament two-week contract to play for Olympic U.S. Rowing photo at Eastern Mennonite Uni- as the EMU with the Charlottesville Tom competi- Michelle Sechser versity, was selected for the Royals, the Sox in the Valley Baseball tion in To- All-ODAC Second Team as a number eight League. The Valley League kyo, Japan, this summer. shortstop. seed, won is one of the upper-level Michelle Sechser of Fol- Lindsay, a 2017 Gloucester two out of collegiate summer baseball som, California, and her part- High School graduate, hit three games leagues in the country. Lind- ner Michelle Reckford won .365 for the 15th best in the from Ran- say will be playing with and the final of the lightweight conference in a COVID-19 dolph-Macon against Division I players women’s double sculls last restricted season where the College, the Brett Lindsay from across the country. month at the 2021 World Royals played only 19 regular number 21 Lindsay has two years of el- Rowing Final Olympic Quali- season games and five ODAC ranked team igibility remaining because of fication Regatta in Lucerne, tournament games. in the coun- COVID-19. He expects to en- Switzerland. ‘How Plants Grow’ As a freshman, Lindsay try. Lindsay went six-for-12 ter graduate school after he Sechser was a teammate of Gloucester Ruritan Club president Lou Serio, at left, presented past-president was named to the All-ODAC with four runs scored and completes his undergraduate Mathews High School/MRA Bob Beyea the club mug for his presentation to the club on “How Plants Grow.” Second Team as a third base- three RBI in the Royals upset degree this fall and plans to standout rower Allie Bridge Beyea, an avid Master Gardener, spoke on the importance of soil, CO2, leaf anat- man and was named the EMU win over the Yellow Jackets continue his playing career Robins at the University of Freshman Athlete of the Year. in the first round of the tour- at EMU. Tulsa, when she participated omy, and photosynthesis. He presents a free program every second Saturday at Lindsay was at his best dur- ney. in the MRA years ago. 2 p.m. at Brent and Becky’s Bulbs.

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(CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1A) tor Charles R. Swindoll’s claim that “Life is 10 percent what happens to you and 90 percent how you react to it.” “We are not bound by our present circumstances, nor our past failures, but how we respond to them,” Junker said. “A moment does not define the course of your life unless you allow it to. As you walk across the stage today, remember that you are far greater than your cir- cumstances. The depth of your impact is solely in your hands and the perspective you carry with you,” she said. “We have all had areas that required us to grow and overcome during the past 13 KIM ROBINS / GAZETTE-JOURNAL years. Memories like this really serve as Gloucester High School graduate Avery Nelson, top photo, KIM ROBINS / GAZETTE-JOURNAL a testament to how much we have been received her diploma Saturday from her mother, Gloucester challenged to progress outside of our School Board Vice-Chairman Elisa Nelson, during commencement comfort zones,” said class salutatorian ceremonies at GHS. Graduate Adam Hogge, bottom photo, Kathryn Parnell. received his diploma from GHS Principal Craig Reed. “In just a few hours we must say our Gloucester High School science teacher goodbyes regardless of where we are Susan Parr, above in the black robe, sat headed, but let us never forget where it all started and the hard work we each with a section of graduates socially had to put in to get here. We are about distanced on the GHS stadium field to embark on a new journey into a vast during commencement. Graduate world full of opportunities, and I know Austin Boughan, at left, waves at this group will achieve great things.” the audience after receiving his GHS “We missed out on a lot this year, but diploma. I think it’s important for us to focus on the strength and resiliency that each of us had to gain in order to make it here today. Everybody here has so much to be proud of and I am excited to see what we will accomplish,” said Parnell. Parnell will attend Virginia Tech and KIM ROBINS / GAZETTE-JOURNAL Junker will attend Liberty University.

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