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Latest News Stories Published: Mar 28, 2012  A special meeting of the Goochland Historical Society was held on March 12 at Byrd Church to mark the publication of the latest edition of its journal, which showcases little known letters from the front lines of the Civil War. Written by William Callis Kean, whose family tree includes many prominent names in Goochland history, to his niece, Susan Kean Boston, the letters provide an intimate look at the war through the eyes of one soldier. Kean survived the war and lived out his life at Oakley near Dogtown Road. He is buried in the cemetery at Byrd Church. Dr. Bruce Venter… Read more... Published: Mar 23, 2012 Prom Dress Up tomorrow at Grace Episcopal Church Need a dress or accessories for your upcoming prom or special spring event? Please join us Saturday, March 24 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon at Grace Episcopal Church, 2955 River Road W, Goochland 23063 and shop for the items that will make your night the dream you deserve. All items are deeply discounted or available for your donation, no entrance fee. All proceeds will benefit Relay For Life Goochland. Contact Jami Perkins with questions, jperkins749@gmail.com or www.relayforlife.org/goochland. Published: Mar 22, 2012  A Goochland County man is behind bars tonight for distribution of child pornography. Virginia State Police took Paul E. McKinney, 43, into custody without incident Wednesday evening, March 21, at his Goochland County residence. He is being held without bond at the Henrico County Jail on 17 felony counts of child pornography distribution. Each charge carries a penalty of a maximum of 10 years in prison and a $2,500 fine. The Virginia State Police High-Tech Crimes Division initiated its investigation concerning McKinney in March 2011. Forensic examination of McKinney’s… Read more... Published: Mar 21, 2012  If you’re itching to have some fun and to support a good cause, both at the same time, the Goochland Educational Foundation’s First Annual Spring Gala could be just what you’re looking for. Brainchild of GEF President Elizabeth Nelson-Lyda, the event takes place at the Adams International School at 1655 Broad Street Road in Maidens. The theme is “Giddy Up,” denoting a Western motif. GEF’s flyer encourages all to don their “dancin’ boots, cowboy hat and bandana and come on out…” Nelson-Lyda said she swiped the idea… Read more... Published: Mar 21, 2012  The quick thinking and fast actions of some Oilville Exxon employees and patrons made the difference between life and death for one Goochland resident in a December incident. Just as Roger Hix pulled into the station and exited his vehicle, he collapsed on the pavement of the popular outlet just off Interstate 64. Employees inside the station wasted no time in picking up the phone and calling 911. Beth Harcum, Kristin Smith and Kelvin Lewis immediately noticed that Hicks was experiencing a life threatening medical emergency and quickly took measures to help. Staff members… Read more... Published: Mar 21, 2012  The Goochland High School Drama Department will stage their production of “Grease,” a musical play that should have everyone in the audience tapping their feet at Goochland High School March 23, 24 and 25. While Olivia Newton-John and John Travolta will not appear to recreate the film roles of Sandy and Danny, the students cast in their roles are excited. “I’m very excited to be playing Sandy,” said sophomore Madelynn Hyman after rehearsal March 15. “I know I can’t play the role like Olivia Newton-John did. I’m just going to do the… Read more... Published: Mar 21, 2012  Still in college, Goochland resident Sandy Fisher traveled to Washington D.C. in 1961 to hear John F. Kennedy exhort Americans to give back to the country in his famous inaugural address. “Ask not what your country can do for you,” said Kennedy in a dramatic summation that those listening in person or to the address on TV and radio still remember, “Ask what you can do for your country.” Fisher, then 21, decided he would do just that and joined the Peace Corps in 1962. Beside’s Kennedy’s stirring speech, Fisher said he was also influenced by his… Read more... Published: Mar 21, 2012 County appoints two to interim posts Goochland County has filled two vacant positions with the appointment of interim directors, according to an email from Deputy County Administrator John Wack to the Gazette. Wanda Tormey will serve as Interim Purchasing Director, filling the spot held by K. C. McCullough, who left March 6 to pursue another employment opportunity. Part-time assistance will be added to help with accounts payable. In addition, the departments of Information Technology and Geographic Information Systems have been combined and Qiana Foote has been named Interim Director of the new department,… Read more... Published: Mar 21, 2012  Can a team of high school students really design, build and program a robot, in only six weeks, to play basketball and cooperate with other robots to achieve a state of perfect balance on a teeter-totter? These were some of the engineering challenges faced by members of Team 2106, the GHS Junkyard Dogs, as they prepared for the 21st annual FIRST® Robotics competition - the Rebound RumbleTM. The Virginia Regionals, held March 15-17, at the VCU Siegel Center, brought together 59 teams from Virginia, North Carolina, Maryland and as far away as Holland. In this… Read more... Published: Mar 21, 2012 Local 4th of July celebration coming to an end after 30 years After 30+ years of hosting the local 4th of July Celebration, Cartersville Ruritan Club regretfully calls an end to this longstanding tradition. “We’ve had many successful years, first on the Greens overlooking the James River and more recently at the Club’s location in Cartersville on Route 45. For many years, this has been the biggest event in Cartersville and Cumberland County. When we lost the Greens four years ago, we were worried that the event would suffer. To our surprise, the first year was a success and people enjoyed the change in venue. Unfortunately with… Read more... |
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