Mechanicsville, VA
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About Mechanicsville
- • Warren Peace, a former NASCAR driver, hails from Mechanicsville.
- • The Richmond Flying Squirrels minor league baseball team originated near Mechanicsville.
- • Its location along major transportation routes helped Mechanicsville develop.
- • Some believe Civil War gold is buried somewhere in the Mechanicsville area.
- • The Civil War battle of Mechanicsville devastated the area in 1862.
- • Named for its tradesmen, Mechanicsville was established around 1848.
- • With over 37,000 residents, its population is larger than Colonial Heights.
- • At 164 feet, Mechanicsville's elevation is slightly higher than Richmond.
- • Many residents work in healthcare, retail, and professional services.
- • Mechanicsville feels like a comfortable, family-friendly community with a historic charm.
- • The Washington Commanders are the closest NFL team, winning Super Bowl XVII.
- • Lee-Davis High School (now Mechanicsville High) won multiple state football championships.
