The marriage of Miss Kelley Darlene Pollard of Montpelier, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Len Francis and the late Mr. Thomas F. Pollard Jr. to Mr. Kyle Brandon Williams of Milford, son of Ms. Barbara Byrd and Mr. and Mrs. Hilton Williams took place April 6, 2013 at the King William Ruritan Club in King William. Frederick A. Hodnett Jr. officiated. The bride was given in marriage by her brother Thomas
Community members of all ages enjoyed a day of fun in the sun at Shiloh United Methodist Church’s second annual Spring Carnival Saturday, June 1. The day was centered on food, fun, and a unique contest with hopes of raising awareness and funds for the church’s growing children’s ministry. This fun-filled event included a dunk tank, face painting by a clown, games, and none other than the highlight of the
Bruce and Sandra Paulus, of Atlee, are proud to announce the engagement of their son Charles Brandon Paulus to Amber Brooke Edwards, daughter of Eddie and Lisa Edwards of Goshen, Va. Brandon is a 2008 graduate of Atlee High School. They are both recent graduates of VCU. Brandon is currently pursuing a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Radford. Amber graduated from the Jefferson College of Health Sciences and is a
By Greg Glassner Editor Emeritus Parents and children both know that summer vacation can bog down by the time August rolls around. Rising fifth and sixth graders have an opportunity to escape the summer doldrums, have a great time and learn a little bit about Civil War history at The Ashland Museum’s first History Camp, Aug. 12-16. The camp will run from 1-5 p.m., Monday-Thursday and all day Friday,
They knew something was up when there was cake at a special SOL meeting and the superintendent of schools was there. During a brief, surprise ceremony in the school library Tuesday afternoon, John Gandy Elementary School’s Christina Saunders, a reading specialist, was named Hanover County’s Teacher of the Year. “I’m a little overwhelmed. I’m very honored by this and I couldn’t have done it without such wonderful support from all
Patrick Henry, a Civil War soldier, and other historical characters chatted with fourth graders at the Hanover Tavern recently. The Hanover Tavern Foundation, in partnership with Richmond Discoveries, hosted an interactive field trip experience last month. Historical lessons spanned the colonial through Civil War eras. Students met Patrick Henry and his daughter, Patsy, at the historic courthouse where the real Henry rose to prominence. Then, by the old jail, a
Beginning Sunday, June 16, Mt. Olivet Baptist Church in Beaverdam will begin their summer worship schedule. Bible Study will be available for all ages at 9 a.m. with worship at 10:15 a.m. This schedule will continue until Sept. 22. The church is located one mile north of West Patrick Henry Road on Coatesville Road in Beaverdam. You may call the church office at (804) 883-5950 or visit www.mtolivetbaptist.org for additional
First Baptist Church, Ashland The Mosaic Group for seniors at First Baptist Church in Ashland is holding their quarterly luncheon Thursday, June 13, at noon. This event is open to the public. A luncheon will be served of chicken salad, potato salad, jello salad and strawberry shortcake dessert for $6.50. Reservations are required by Friday, June 7, at the church office. The phone number is (804) 798-9014. Cancellations are important
Community members of all ages enjoyed a day of fun in the sun at Shiloh United Methodist Church’s second annual Spring Carnival Saturday, June 1. The day was centered on food, fun, and a unique contest with hopes of raising awareness and funds for the church’s growing children’s ministry. This fun-filled event included a dunk tank, face painting by a clown, games, and none other than the highlight of the