Rappahannock News, December 6, 2000

50 cents 123rd Year ... No. 47 Ur V lKOlNIA SERIALS SECTION 800 E BROAD ST Rappahannock County’s Family Newspaper Since, 1877 Phone (540)675-3338 WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2000 www.timescommunity.com Rapp Briefs Town Christmas Party scheduled The Town of Washington will have its annual potluck dinner Christmas party on Sunday, Dec. 10 at 5 p.m. at the Town Hall followed by the lighting of the Christmas tree at the courthouse at 7 p.m. All residents and employees who work in the town are invited to attend. Please RSVP to the Town Office at 675-3128 with the number of people who will be attending and the food item you wish to bring from salad, vegetable, meat or dessert categories. Winter Band Concert slated ;The Rappahannock Elementary, Middle and High School Bands will present their free Winter Concert at the Rappahannock High School auditorium at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 14. Special guest group, The Fredericksburg Renaissance Brass, will open up the concert and will later accompany the Rappahannock Wind Ensemble with special selections. Everyone is invited to this premier musical event. Last day to register for Indoor Soccer Get your registration forms for Indoor Soccer at RCES, RCHS and on site. On Site registration will be held on Dec. 9 at 3:30 p.m. at the RCHS gym, is limited and will be on a first come, first served basis. Games begin at 4 p.m,, depending on age. All 912th graders play from 6 to'8 p.m. If you are new to Rappahannock Soccer League, a birth certificate is required. Cost is $20 for the first family member and $15 for each additional family member. RSL will supply balls. Shin guards are required, elbow and knee pads suggested and absolutely no shoes allowed that will leave black marks on the gym floor. This program runs through the end of February. Call Mark Wallace at 675-1035 for more information. Happenings in Rappahannock • Tuesday, Dec. 12 at 7:30 p,m., the Rappahannock School Board will meet. • Wednesday, Dec. 13 at 7:30 p.m., the Washington Town Council will meet at the town hall. Rappahannock News P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 221 AH (540) 675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) Alumni Night of recognition By Jon Smythe Rappahannock News Writer The first home game for boys’ basketball was played to a packed house as the gym was filled to capacity with Rappahannock County High School fans and alumni. The overflowing crowd was treated to many firsts. The highlight of the evening was the unveiling of Regional, District, and State Championship banners that alumni teams had won over the years, but had not been recognized. These banners included four State Championships, six Regional Championships, and twelve District Championships. The Alumni section was asked to stand and the entire student body, as well as the basketball team, walked to the alumni bleacher area and gave them a rousing round of applause. The other impressive event of the evening was the recognition of the highest scoring basketball players in the 40 year history of Rappahannock County High School. The leading point scorer with 1374 points was Karen Jordan. Ms. Jordan was a varsity player during the time frame of 1983-1986. The all time leading male scorer was Mike Leake with 1238 points from 1980-1983. The next leading scorer was Harry Jordan with 1174 points from 1971-1974. Harry Jordan was unable to attend, but his mother was there. Michael Leake and his wife Pamela were escorted to half court along with Ms. Karen Jordan and her father Melvin Jordan. Here they stood as a large banner commemorating their superior performances was raised to the gym ceiling. These special guests were treated to a standing ovation in their honor. < Photo courtesy of Steven VonFange RECOGNITION: Alumni Recognition Night was held at the Rappahannock County High School gym last Friday night and the crowd applauds as banners are displayed. BZA agrees to Sprint appeal delay Cell tower Notes By Gerald Ochs Citing a desire to "reevaluate its proposals to see if mutually acceptable modifications to the pending applications may be made," Sprint PCS filed a notice of request that the Board of Zoning _ Appeals postpone con- ' sideration of its appeal of the Zoning Administrator's decision. According to Sprint PCS, their request to delay the hearing was based upon meetings held with citizens of Rappahannock, including representatives of the Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection, the Rappahannock County Conservation Alliance, and the Amissville Area Community Association, during which they received a local perspective on tower siting problems and a tour of their proposed sites and locally suggested alternatives. The Board of Zoning Appeals, at its meeting of Nov. 29, considered the request for continuance, and ultimately agreed to continue the hearing to Dec. 27. Sprint's representative, attorney Brian Buniva, told the Board that Sprint management had met with Rappahannock citizens on Nov. 13 and then had been escorted around the County and shown alternative tower sites. He suggested that information obtained on Nov. 13 had led to a decision by Sprint PCS to reevaluate its proposal and "see if it could come with a different proposal," presumably one that was more in concert with locally-derived siting options. Mr. Buniva said that it ' seemed to make the most sense to delay the process (the appeal . before the BZA)—if it can, we probably don’t have to trouble the this Board any further." His implication being that Sprint PCS would submit a new application and drop their appeal Wassail Weekend Holiday Celebration slated Dec. 9,10 The Smokehouse Winery will host its annual Wassail Weekend Holiday Celebration on Saturday, Dec. 9 and Sunday, Dec. 10 from noon until 5 p.m. j each day. Come toast to health, holidays and life on a cold winter's day. Enjoy the Meads and the season speciality Wassail • the traditional holiday drink of yesteryear. Partake in holiday gourmet goods and cheer before the holiday season has you rushing about. Call the winery at 987-3194 for information or check out our web site at www.8mokehousewinerybnb.com. Tb get there take Route 231 north and,go one quarter of mile past F.T. Valley Grocery and make a right onto Route 608 (Ashby Road), winery is three-quarters on the left,. The winery specializes in the cellaring and production of Traditional & Non-Traditional Meads (Honeywines), Historic Beverages and seasonal Hard Ciders. before the BZA. The only opposition to a continuance apparent on the BZA came from member Robert Weinberg, who said that there was no sense in delaying.the appeal because Sprint's points of appeal "all attacked County ordinances" and, since the BZA had no power to change the ordinances, it would have to find against Sprint PCS. Mr. Buniva's response was that Sprint had to initiate the appeal because the only remedy available to them, in light of unfavorable Zoning Administrator decisions, was to appeal to the BZA within 30 days, or else they would be prohibited from raising the issues again. He said that Sprint's reevaluation of its proposal though, "may result in eliminating the need to address these issues," again implying that Sprint's new proposal would be accompanied by a withdrawal of their appeal. Supervisors commends firefighters By Gerald Ochs Rappahannock News Writer "... Be it resolved, by the Board of Supervisors of Rappahannock County, that it praises unreservedly the actions of local volunteer fire and rescue companies, particularly the Sperryville Fire Company, under the direction of Chief Richie V. Burke, the Sperryville Rescue Squad, the Flint Hill Fire & Rescue Company, the Chester Gap Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company and the Castleton Fire & Rescue Company ..." This resolution, passed unanimously by the Board of Supervisors at their December meeting, also praised County Administrator John McCarthy for "going beyond the call of duty," and recognized the efforts of neighboring jurisdictions, the local Director of the Office of Emergency Services Col. D.C. Kneupfer, and his deputy Jim Marangoni, Sheriffs Office personnel, Virginia State Police, and various State agencies in contributing to the Shenandoah Complex fire fighting. County to host Education Funding Program In his "About our Schools" report to the Board, Schools Superintendent Dr. David Gangel noted that the Rappahannock County High School Auditorium will be the venue for a program conducted in support of the Virginia Joint Legislative Audit Review Commission's (JLARC) investigation into public education j funding. Dr. Gangel said that JLARC is seeking information on the prevailj ing cost of public education in the I Commonwealth and that the Rappahannock event, to be held on Dec. 19 at 7:30 p.m., will be hosted by the Virginia Consortium for i _ Adequate Resources for Education 1 T' with the participation of the Virginia Association of School Superintendents and the Rappahannock County Public Schools. Small Business . assistance available The Board of Supervisors also • heard from James O'Neill, who is serving as a local resource for small businesses. Mr. O'Neill’s efforts are funded by a State, grant, and he is available, at no charge, to assist those who wish to start a business or who need assistance with their existing business. His office is located at Germanna Community College, but he said that he can arrange to meet in the County with anyone seeking help. He can be reached at 540-727-3073. Sprint PCS application status County Attorney Peter Luke , and County Administrator John McCarthy reported that the Sprint PCS cell tower application is still on hold, and that their appeal before the BZA of the Zoning Administrator decisions regarding their application has been continued, at their request, until Dec. 27. The BZA has until Jan. 25, 2001 to. make a decision regarding the appeal. See COMMENDS, Page A6 Photo courtesy of Jen Cable Rappahannock residents are invited to a Wassail Weekend Holiday Celebration at Smokehouse Winery on Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 9 and 10. Local News That Clicks

RCPS News By Jan Makela Volunteer Coordinator Public School System • The holiday season is upon us and we are happily anticipating the many special events during the next few weeks. • The Holiday Band Concert featuring our very talented Fifth Grade, Middle School and High School Band students will be held on Thursday night, Dec. 14 at 7 at RCHS. Please plan to attend this wonderful entertaining program. • The Band Boosters will be holding a sale on concert night as well. Members will be offering items suitable for holiday gifts to all in attendance. Please take time to browse before or after the performance. • The Second Early American Re-enactment will be held at RCES on Thursday, Dec. 14 at 6:45 p.m. Kindergarten and second grade students and the sixth/seventh grade chorus will be performing. This special holiday event is part of the Artist in Residence Program at RCES made possible through many generous groups and individuals. • Dec. 8 is an early release day for our school system. Schools will be dismissed at 1:40 p.m. Please mark your calendars and make the necessary child care arrangements. Report cards for students in grades three through eight will be sent home on this day as well. Please take time to discuss your child's progress and areas of concern, and then return the report cards promptly. Teachers are always willing to meet with you to discuss your child's performance, in their classes. Please call either school to schedule an appointment at RCHS 987-8575 or RCES at 987-8259. • The Shenandoah Shakespeare Express will present a performance of "Twelfth Night" at RCHS on Saturday, Dec. 9 at 8 p.m. Tickets will be sold at the door; $10 for adults; $5 for students. This theatre company is internationally acclaimed and sure to present an enjoyable evening for all in attendance. • The December PTO meeting will be held on Friday, Dec. 15 in the RCES Cafeteria. Instead of a pot luck dinner we will hold a cookie exchange after our brief meeting. Please bring a plate of cookies to share and packages (six to a pack, all the same) of cookies to exchange with others. This is always a fun event, a great way to sample new cookie recipes! More information will follow. Questions? Please call PTO president Jimmy Swindler at 987-8597 or Jan Makela, Volunteer Coordinator, at 987-8259. • Many thanks to all of you who responded so generously during our RCES PTO Poinsettia Sale. We more than doubled our sales from last year and we are very grateful to all of you. • Mr. Wayne Switzer, RCES parent, has graciously agreed to serve as PTO Secretary for the remainder of the year. Many thanks to him for taking on this responsibility. • The December Middle School Incentive Party is scheduled for Friday, Dec. 15. Children must have permission to stay as well as money for snacks. • The regular December School Board meeting will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 12 at 7:30 p.m. Employees and the public are invited to offer input on the 2001-02 School » I i Budget. • The RCES PTO Holiday Gift Basket Auction will continue through Thursday, Dec. 14 in the main lobby of RCES. Please stop in to bid on the beautiful assortment of baskets. Volunteer Kaye Kohler and her committee have outdone themselves this year. You will be amazed! Some of the baskets may be displayed for bids at the RCHS Band Concert on Thursday, Dec. 14 as well. Please look for them there. • Many volunteers helped to prepare the baskets and we appreciate their tremendous effort: parents, first and foremost, who donated items, Rosa Crocker, Owen Monroe, Frances Monroe, Holly Propst, Gunnar Propst, Andrew Kohler, Eva Mills, Josh Makela, Marrietta Verrill, Ermine Jumak, Fay Smoot and Nanette Hogan. • Remember, sixth through 12th grade students and parents, your Science Fair will be held during the week of Jan. 24. If you need to do research, start charting changes or taking measurements over time, you should begin now. Time is running out! •Is your RCES student missing anything? Has your child misplaced a coat, a lunch box, gloves? On Thursday, Dec. 7 from 8:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. children and parents will be given an opportunity to go through items that have accumulated in our lost and found closet and pick out items that belong to them. If you are not able to visit the table during the designated times please stop by the school in advance, or call the school and request assistance. All unclaimed items will be donated. Questions or assistance, Call 987-8259, or see one of our secre| taries Mrs. Fay Smoot, Mrs. Martha Kidwell or Mrs. Donna Oliver in the main office. • For 25 years our RCPS rood Services Director Mrs. Judi Burke has organized the Living Nativity during the holiday season at the Red Shed next to the public library on Lee Highway. She involves many of our friends and neighbors in this re-enactment, and it has become a Rappahannock tradition. Mark your calendar for Saturday, Dec. 9 and stop by to enjoy this special event. • The RCHS Junior Class, to raise funds for the Prom, are selling beautiful Douglas fir wreaths for just $15. If you have not purchased one yet, it is not too late! Please call Mrs. Campbell, Mr. Glasker or Mrs. Ellis at RCHS at 987-8575 to reserve yours! Or better yet, ask a member of the RCHS Junior class! • RCES is once again collecting items for needy children during the holiday season. If you would like to donate non-perishable canned or boxed foods, soap, new gloves or mittens, school supplies, stocking caps, socks or sewing kits, please bring them to the main lobby of RCES anytime through this week. If you ,need information on other items to donate, please call RCES Guidance Counselor Mrs. Candace Lamma at 987-8259. • Many thanks to Mrs. Melbry Paratore and Dr. David Gangel for organizing College Night at RCHS on Tuesday, Nov. 28. VPI, George Mason University and James Madison University (the three college to which most RCHS students traditionally apply and are accepted) sent representatives to talk to Middle and High School students and parents about admission criteria and expectations Those who attended found the evening to be informative and very worthwhile. Because of the positive reviews, you may expect to have more opportunities like this in the future. • A Public Presentation on the State Funding Formula which determines how state funds are distributed to school districts (ours specifically) will be held in the RCHS Auditorium on Tuesday, Dec. 19. This is a topic which affects all of us. • This is such a fun and festive time for all of us in the school system. It is such fun to see the joy and anticipation on the faces of our children (and staff) as we all prepare for the holiday season. Children are naturally excited by so many changes around them. Please encourage your children to get lots of rest, and to maintain as normal a schedule as possible, in spite of all the distractions. Have a wonderful week! WCDS News By Lori Ferreira Rappahannock News Writer • Students at Wakefield Country Day School were treated to a special slide presentation about Silverback Mountain Gorillas by Dr. John Bosco Nizeyi at last week's assembly, after which they had the opportunity to ask questions on the subject. Dr. Nizeyi is a veterinarian from Kampala, the capital city of Uganda. He has spent the Yes! □ Please enter my new subscription to: fiappahannoch Netrn Subscription Rates By - Rappahannock.*21 .°°/yeaP Elsewhere in the U.S.........*27.°°/year Name_(_ Address - __ City___ State Zip_ Mail subscriptions are payable in advance. Make check or money order payable to: iUppaturnnoch Nnns, P.O. Box 59, Washington, VA 22747 This form may also be used for CHANGE OF ADDRESS New Address: Old Address: The Rappahannock News (ISSN #’s 1050-7655 & 188280) is published every Wednesday at 39 Culpeper Street, Warrenton, Virginia 20186 by Rappahannock News, a division of Arundel Communications, Inc. Periodicals postage paid at Warrenton, Virginia and at additional mailing offices. Subscriptions $21.00 a year in Rappahannock; $27.00 elsewhere in U.S. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Rappahannock News, P.O. Box 59, Washington, Virginia 22747. last two months at the Smithsonian Conservation Research Center in Front Royal studying the digestive tract of the Silverback Mountain Gorilla and has just returned to Uganda to continue his research. • Christmas is in the air at Wakefield Country Day School. Following the lighting of the advent wreath at Wednesday's assembly, the Latin students sang "Veni Veni Emmanuel", a Latin translation of "O Come, O Come Emmanuel" and Spanish students sang "Venid Fieles", a Spanish version of "Adeste Fideles". The entire assembly than sang traditional Christmas songs while in procession to the lighting of the Christmas tree which was donated by Tom and Donna O'Halloran of Glengary Tree Farm. • Under the direction of Mrs. Bobbi Andes, students in grades one through six will be presenting their annual Christmas program on Dec. 7. The production will immediately follow "Sarah's Supper", another WCDS tradition of good food and good company, provided with the generous help of John and Denise Pearson of the Public House, Patrick O’Connell of The Inn at Little Washington, David Huff of the Country Cafe, and Donna and Robin Kevis of The Gay Street Inn. OPEN APPLICATION FOR AGRICULTURAL & FORESTAL DISTRICTS Any persons wishing to make application for the creation of new Agricultural and Forestal Districts, or who wish to add on to existing Agricultural & Forestal Districts are encouraged to notify the County Administration Office of your intent by Wednesday, December 27, 2000 at 4:30 p.m. While applications for new districts or tag-ons may be made at any time, the Board of Supervisors’ policy is to encourage applications during a single enrollment period, thus limiting public hearing, advertising and related costs. The County Administration Office may be reached at (540) 675-3342, with correspondence directed to PO Box 519, Washington, VA 22747. Forms for new district creation or for tag-ons are available from 8:30-4:30 M-F. By Order of: John W. McCarthy County Administrator Scam reported in Rappahannock The Rappahannock County Sheriffs Office has issued a warning about a potential scam being perpetrated in Rappahannock County. According to Sheriff Larry Sherertz, an elderly Castleton woman was contacted by telephone on the evening of Nov. 28 by a man who claimed to be a representative of the local fire company. According to the woman, the man told her that a fundraising campaign was underway, and that she would soon find a blue envelope in her mailbox. He instructed her to place her donation in the envelope and return it to the mailbox, where it would be picked up. She asked the man to identify himself, but he refused; when she persisted, he hung up. The woman tried to trace the call by pressing *69, but the number he was calling from came up Unavilable." Deputies talked to the woman and also to fire company officers, who noted that while the holidays are usually a good time for fundraising, no such effort was currently underway in their community. "If a person calls asking See SCAM, Page A6 REMINDER TO DOG OWNERS COUNTY TAGS DUE All Rappahannock County dog owners are reminded that they need to obtain their dog licenses for 2001 no later than January 31. The Treasurer’s Office is open from 8:30-4:30 Monday through Friday to serve you. Should you have any questions, please call (540) 675-3334. By Order of: John W. McCarthy County Administrator Ride the Santa Express c Extended~ Holiday Hours y M-F until 8 p.m. ^ kr 'c, „ Placemats Mirrors Prints Hears Pottery Doll Furniture Baskets Shelves Recipe Books Jams & Jellies Quilt Racks Aprons' I^anips Afghans crocics Bath Accessories Wall Hangings Napkins Wind Chimes I.amp Shades Canister Sets Baking Mixes Gooseberry _ n__i.... 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By Jon Smythe Athletic Director Boys basketball On Friday, Dec. 1 the Luray High school boys' basketball team came to Rappahannock County for the season opener. Although it was a non-District game and the season opener for both teams, it had all the intensity and excitement of a mid-season clash between two District rivals. It was Alumni Night for the RCHS side and this fact along with a pre-game dedication ceremony produced both a full house in fans and a ; charged atmosphere of excitement. The Luray Bulldogs were a big team with a starting line up that averaged over six foot, four inches tall, which is the height of Rapp's tallest player, Junior Jamie Keys. Throughout the game this height advantage would repeatedly pay big dividends as the Bulldogs picked up second shots and offensive rebounds whenever the Panthers failed to "box out" all the Luray players. Luray jumped off to an early lead, capitalizing on their height and a somewhat nervous, excited RCHS team that was playing for the First time in front of a large, loud, home crowd. Midway through the second quarter, the Panthers had cut the Luray lead to two points 16-14 and had the ball. A missed shot by the Panthers and several quick baskets by Luray opened the lead up and it never got close again. The final score was Luray 75 and RCHS 57, but the score didn't reflect the effort of the Panther squad. After the game Coach Dayton said, "Luray was big and they played hard, but our guys didn't back down or give up. We gave it all we had buzzer to buzzer. We would all like to win our season opener, but despite the score, I was really proud of the effort I saw from our squad." Seniors Mark Wharton with 19 points and , Chris Fletcher with 18 points, including four three point shots, led the Rapp Panther scoring. The team faces Luray at their gym for a rematch on Wednesday, Dec. 13. Junior Varsity The Junior Varsity Panthers also suffered from crowd excitement as they played before a large, partisan crowd for the first time in their experience. They ended RAPPAHANNOCK TRASH SERVICE Serving Rappahannock County Only I to 7 bags per week, four pickups per month. RATES - $22. per month 540-937-5088 or 540-937-7701 This Week In Sports Photo courtesy of Steven Von Fange VOLLEYBALL: Girls JV Volleyball in action against Luray: Camille Freeborn awaits the serve. Others in back, left to right: Lindsey Niell-Dore and Ryisha Cook. up on the short end of a 57-39 score against the Luray JV squad. Sophomore Gregg Jackson led the Rapp JV with nine points and John Letsen, along with Tony Starks, each added six points. JV Coach Mike Atkins said, "They were pretty excited when we took the court and we made a lot of mistakes because of that. We ll be better next time." The Junior Panthers (eighth grade) boys team traveled to Fauquier County and faced the T.C. Taylor Middle School team for the season opener. They lost 53-14 in a game that showed the difference that exist in larger schools with established programs and our new effort to get back in the game. Both Coach Michael Leake and Gary Settle believe we'll grow a lot this year and the future looks good for this group of youngsters. Their goal remains to "let the boys feel the excitement that comes with a win." However they both admit, "We ll have to work real hard to give ourselves that opportunity." Volleyball The girls' Volleyball team opened their season with a home game against the Lady Bulldogs from Luray High School on Thursday, Nov. 30. "The excitement of the home opener and partisan crowd may have worked against us initially," said Coach Stan Brooks, Jr. "but we need to learn how to deal with the excitement and the pressure, because that's part of competitive volleyball." The Rapp girls were overpowering many of their serves and just couldn't find the court on the Luray side of the net. They lost the first game 15-5. The Lady Panthers played very well in the second game and even enjoyed a seven point lead. Their inability to get their serves in plagued them again and they fell to the Lady Bulldogs 15-12 in the second and final game. The Junior Varsity Lady Panthers looked good and played well for Coach Zylonis, but they also fell to the JV from Luray two games to zero. 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We re definitely in a learning stage. The one instant that I see and I really like is the way the team never quits, never gives up, regardless of the score." The next home volleyball game is Wednesday, Dec. 6 against Strasburg. Wrestling Coach Jim Wells and 30 wrestlers traveled to George Mason High School for a scrimmage on Saturday, Dec. 2. George Mason, Rapp, McLean, and North Stafford High Schools all showed*up for a great Saturday of wrestling. The Mustang gym floor was covered with mats as 18 matches went on simultaneously. Our wrestlers got in up to five matches each as the high-tempo match schedule kept all the boys moving on and off the mats as soon as each match was oyer. After the scripamage ended, Coach Wells said, "I was happy with the effort our guys put forward and I think some of our wrestlers are going to surprise some people this year, despite their lack of experience." Thursday. 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Favorite food: Spaghetti Favorite book: Hoop Dreams by Steve James and Frederick Marx Favorite TV Show: "Martin" Favorite movie: Next Friday Favorite music performer: R & B; Nelly Graduation ambition: I want to go to college and become a physical education teacher. I would like to come back and teach here. What I like most about RCHS: That it's small and everybody knows everybody. Parents: Helena Russell of Huntly Sister: Terry, age 30 ^1 <^!) mofiefiouse tnery V* 2 Wassatf Weekend 2 December 9tfi & I Otft X I 2 -5 pm Come toast tfie holidays & tfie season witfi our Xeads and Wassatf-tfie traditional Holiday drinlc oj yesteryear. 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-Eappafjannotfe jSetog— ‘ Established 1877 An Independent Newspaper Published Every Wednesday ARTHUR W. ARUNDEL, PUBLISHER Barbara C. Wayland, Executive Editor and General Manager Peter W. Arundel, President John T. Toler Executive Vice President To Subscribe Phone (540) 675-3338 BY MAIL: $21 a year in Rappahannock County $27 a year elsewhere in the United States Back Copies: Recent 2 months, 50 cents Older copies to 1960, $5 (as available) Office: Rappahannock News Building, Washington, Va. 22747-0059 Telephone (540) 675-3338 Fax: (540) 675-3088 e-mail: RappNews@timespapers.com Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday Member, Audit Bureau of Circulations www.timescommunity.com WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2000 Christmas list s the holidays approach, most of our neighbors are busy planning parties, dinners, visits with A. Aiamily and friends, becoming swept up in the spirit of the season. Many, too, are making out their holiday shopping lists — both for others and for themselves. We've got a couple of suggestions to tack on to the bottom of those lists, along with the family and friends. First, consider a gift to the County's Department of Social Services. The employees there are organizing their annual food drive for the needy, and will appreciate any donation of non-perishable foods to fill the baskets that will be distributed to the county's neediest families. Cash donations are also being accepted, which will be used to buy turkeys for the holiday baskets or other needs as deemed appropriate by the department. The department will accept donations through Dec. 18 for this holiday season. Second, don’t forget your local volunteer fire and rescue department. The volunteers work hard all year to provide emergency services to their communities. On top of the training and drills necessary to maintain their skills, and responding to the actual emergency calls, most volunteers spend extra time helping their department raise the money to keep it operating. Even if you contribute during the department's regular fundraising activities, we re sure that the volunteers will appreciate a little something extra at Christmas time. Those are merely two suggestions to add to the Christmas list. There are many other organizations that serve various segments of our community — and all will appreciate a holiday donation. Our View Be generous as you consider the approaching season Rappahannock Today Photo courtesy of Mary McCabe Father Christmas, Eric McCabe and Santa's Helper, Case Kramer were on hand to greet and meet the visitors to the town of Washington on Saturday and Sunday in celebration of Colonial Christmas. Letters Open letter on Sprint PCS application The Sprint PCS application to build seven tall unsightly towers in the county continues to be a moving target, due to the company's apparent inability to decide whether it wants to take the high road and accommodate to our zoning ordinances and comprehensive plan, or continue on the low road toward litigation that has marked their style thus far. Rather than explaining and defending their application in a public hearing scheduled before our Planning Commission in October, Sprint Filed a technical legal appeal to our Board of Zoning Appeals, contesting such standard requirements as setting back the proposed towers from property lines and informing affected neighbors of their plans. In effect, the appeal challenges the legal legitimacy, authority and applicability of our local ordinances. Most recently, just last week, the company requested and was granted a 30-day extension before the BZA appeal is heard so it can consider modifying its application to make it more palatable to the community. The company already knows from its community contacts that its application is in trouble. As I said in an e-mail to the Sprint team and its lawyers nearly a month ago, I believe this application is so fundamentally flawed that the company would be well-advised to withdraw it and start over. Sprint should expect that an application containing any of these seven proposed towers will meet with considerable community opposition. If Sprint seeks constructive "dialogue" with the community, as its chief lawyer said in an e-mail response, it should withdraw its legalistic challenge now. No such dialogue will take place in an adversarial BZA hearing, which will only exacer bate the litigious atmosphere the company created by filing the appeal. According to a Nov. 9 e-mail from team leader Michael Loucy, Sprint has a "successful record" dealing with community concerns. The company could begin to show its good faith by informing the whole community of their intentions, rather than putting the entire burden of public education on our local government and community groups. I therefore reiterate publicly the request I made to the Sprint team: 1) contribute substantial funds, to be matched dollar for dollar by the community, to a Community Chest to be used for public education on the application; and 2) tether a weather balloon at each proposed site at the height of the proposed antenna. I want to thank the members of the "Cellular Coalition", ah ad hoc group of community leaders, for their hard work on y behalf of all of us in compiling information and marshalling 9 technical and legal expertise to respond to this application. As reported in the Rappahannock News two weeks ago, members of the Coalition expressed many community concerns in a meeting with a high-level Sprint delegation, and took them on a tour of the seven proposed sites. (None of the dele- • gation had ever been in Rappahannock County!) The next step is up to Sprint. As it reconsiders its options, the company should be aware that, whether it chooses the high road of accommodation or the low road of litigation, the community is prepared to respond. Bayard Catron Sperryville Down Memory Lane From Back Issues of the Rappahannock News _ 50 YEARS AGO Dec. 7, 1950 Winds that reached 50 and 60 miles gales ripped through the county all day Monday, tearing down trees, breaking telephone and power lines and frightening those who tried to travel and those who stayed indoors. Most of the county was without electric power from about 10 o'clock in the morning to 4 in the afternoon, and the telephones were out most of the day. One hundred and twenty-two pupils at Rappahannock High School held perfect attendance records for the months of September, October and November. Sperryville School's perfect attendance records showed 160 pupils listed. The Rappahannock Garden Club is helping to beautify the grounds at the VFW Hall in Sperryville by planting flowering shrubs and evergreens. Anyone interested and having anything to contribute should call Mrs. John R. Revercomb, Sperryville 3737. William Haaker, director of the Virginia Symphony Orchestra, has contracted a disease well-known around the county. He and Mrs. Haaker have fallen in love with Rappahannock’s scenic beauty and they are making it possible for the county to have a student colony of the Virginia Symphony Orchestra established here in the beautiful . mountains. Mr. Haaker was in the county, three days early this week and visited possible sites for the location of a music colony His ideas included the possibilities of using a barn, or some similar building, where rehearsals and concerts could be held. 25 YEARS AGO Dec. 4, 1975 Triplet Angus heifer calves were bom about three weeks ago on the D.D. Miller farm at Washington. The mother took one and "Mr. Dick” had to adopt the ofher two which he gives very special care. He mixes their formula in his kitchen and carries it to them in feeder buckets which he hangs on the board fence. The mother of these calves produced twins last year. Mr. Miller said he didn't reckon she would have four next time. Multiple births in Angus cattle is rare and to have triplets, is indeed rare. With approximately half the big game season over, hunters in Rappahannock County have been quite successful, according to Game Warden Jim Bankston. After canvassing the game checking stations this week, the tally stands at 230 for deer, ten turkeys and two bear. Daily prize winners in the high school magazine campaign included Raye Rector, Mary Jordan, Dale Frye, Jimmy Swindler, Pam Settle, Tanya Brown, Judy Nicholson and Lynn Pullen. 10 YEARS AGO Dec. 6, 1990 The Rappahannock Library's new well is a gusher, producing 40 gallons a minute, according to Larry LeHew. Mr. LeHew, owner, of LeHew Drilling Company of Front Royal, donated the 260-foot deep well to the library. "The people of Rappahannock County have been good to me over the years, and I wanted to give something back to the community," Mr. LeHew explained. Alex Sharp will serve as the local staff person for the Piedmont Environmental Council, PEC announced la^st week. Mr. Sharp has been involved for the past 12* years in the apple business in Rappahannock County, and has owned and operated the cold storage in Sperryville since 1985. In his new position, Mr. Sharp will be responsible for assisting landowners in preserving open space through the donation of open space easements and the creation of agricultural and forestal districts. —COMPILED BY BARBARA C. WAY I AND Photo from On The Morning Sid© OUT-OF-THE-ATTIC: The miller at Nethers in the “twenties and thirties" was William Clifton (Tip) Nethers remembered by his children as a hard-working man who liked his job. This contentment is evident in this photograph snapped by an early park employee. It was labeled by the park simply “a miller at Nethers".

Twelfth Night comes to county By Saixie Morgan Rappahannock Nows Writer On Saturday, Dec. 9 at 8 p.m., the internationally acclaimed Shenandoah Shakespeare Express brings its fresh, funny and energetic production of Twelfth Night to the stage at Rappahannock County High School. The return engagement of this exciting ensemble of players is offered through the joint efforts of RAAC (The Rappahannock Association for the Arts and the Community) and the Rappahannock Curriculum Enrichment Committee. If you think Shakespeare might be a little dull, think again. Shenandoah Shakes-peare Express (SSE) has been described as theater that rocks" (Charlottesville Daily Progress), as "uncommonly understandable” (The Philadelphia Inquirer), and as "shamelessly entertaining" (The Washington Post). According to The Boston Globe,' "Shenan-doah's Shakespeare is, simply, fresh, fine theater. Its combination of intelligence, spirit and sheer kinetic energy is profoundly exciting. This is pure Shakespeare, richly alive.” SSE aims to present Shakespeare the way the shows would have been performed in his day, while making the reference points - costumes, music and such - as modem for today s audiences as the originals were in Shakespeare's time. SSE performs with house lights on, meaning that, like Shakes-peare's actors, SSE actors can see and engage with their audience. As in Shakespeare's theater, actors double roles, sets are minimal, and costumes are used just, enough to show the audience who's who and what's up. The Express focuses on the language, the lines and the intent of the play. Each show runs about two hours, with each scene moving rapidly into the other, since all of the performers are on stage nearly all of the time and there are no cumbersome sets. In, Twelfth Night, one of his most popular plays, Shakespeare creates comedy at every ele Photo courtesy of Salhe Morgan PRODUCTION: Twelfth Night will be coming to the stage of Rappahannock County High School on Saturday, Dec. 9. vation from low slapstick to high irony. Writing at the height of his powers, Shakespeare givesus in one play a feast of language and a stage full of memorable characters -- from the lovesick Orsino and Viola to the alesick Toby Belch, from the fop Sir Andrew Aguecheek to the jerk Malvolio. Sublime and subversive, Twelfth Night breaks rules and bends gender to show love in all its all its guises and disguises. Tickets at the door are $10 for adults and $5 for students. uu jeep Wrangler SE 14K,#P936 $16,950* ‘98 Expedition ddie Bauer 4x4 5.4, Moonroof, CD, 28K, #P888 $26,450* s ■ • • V.- ' > ' \ Sf . . ■ ‘99 Explorer XLT 4 x 4 19K,#P940 $20,950* ‘98 FI50 XLT S/Cab, 4x2 Auto, A/C, few Pkg. :>ower Seat. 24K, #P905 $17,450* uu Kanger Reg. 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Commends From Page A1 Mr. McCarthy also suggested that the Board review a memorandum prepared by Mr. Luke that addresses the legality of placing cell towers in agricultural/forestal districts. This document was prepared in response to questions by Pat Saltonstall and others at the September Planning Commission meeting, and to her suggestion that the question be put forth to the State Attorney General for his response. In the memorandum Mr. Luke summarizes the facts of the issue and his review process, and notes that the County Ordinance allows telecommunications facilities by special use permit in any district, but that the Mulkey Mountain District agreement states that "no use requiring a special use permit would be allowed if that use is in conflict with the purposes for which the District was created." ' "Since telecommunications facilities require such a special use permit," he continues, "it therefore follows that the permit may issue only upon a finding that the proposed use is not in conflict with the aforesaid purposes if the District." He concludes that "telecommunications facilities are not prohibited from being located in an Agricultural and Forestal District . . . However, facilities proposed for an Agricultural and Forestal District have a higher standard to meet . . . because such facilities must not only meet the tests set forth in our Zoning Ordinance, but must meet the additional test of not being in conflict with the purposes of the Agricultural and Forestal District. Other activities: • The Board unanimously passed a resolution delegating operational authority for the new ball fields to the Rappahannock County School Board. • The Board agreed to Mr. McCarthy's recommendation to contract with the architectural firm of Monroe and Crocker for work on the Aileen property. • The Board agreed to Chairman Pete Estes' nomination of Gheri Woodard, Robert Anderson’s nomination of Gordon Axelson, and Bryant Lee’s nomination of Marie Davis to the Library Board of Trustees. Scam From Page A2 for money, and refuses to give his or her name or a call-back number, you should be suspicious," said Sherertz. Thefts investigated The Rappahannock Sheriffs Office is investigating the theft of a gold bracelet, alleged to have been taken from a classroom at the Rappahannock Elementary School on the night of Nov. 20. The bracelet is valued at $400. Also under investigation is the theft of $200 worth of alcoholic beverages and $80 worth of meat from the Blue Rock Inn west of Washington. According to the report, access to the building was gained through an open window. The theft occurred late on the evening of Nov. 28, or morning of Nov. 29. Arrested for DWI Tony William Breeden, 24, of Sperryville, was stopped on U. S. 29 and arrested by Dep. J. C. Welch. While on patrol early on the morning of Nov. 3, Dep. Welch had noticed that Breeden's truck was displaying expired license plates. Upon stopping Breeden and interviewing him, Dep. Welch determined that he was I intoxicated and placed him under arrest. Only $4.60 per week fora 1 inch space (540) 675-3338 Next Deadline Dexember 23 Milton Russell Auto Detail Service, Upholstery Cleaning _Car Wash, Wax 540-937-3982 Fax 540-937-6200 BUILDING SUPPLIES CHERRY STREET BUILDING SUPPLY CORP. See Us For All Your Building Supply Needs 540/825-0397 1418 OrjiiRe Rd . 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Have your water tested in your home for PH (green stains), Hardness, Iron, Rust, Stains, etc. Correct any of these problems with WATER RIGHT Treatment System Call for more information Pullen's Electric & Plumbing Also: Pumps & Waterheaters, in stock installation Class A Certified _540-675-3249 In Brief New calendar features SNP The Shenandoah National Park Year 2001 Calendar, featuring the beauty of Shenandoah National Park, is now available. The 12 color photos in this calendar depict the park in all seasons, with scenes of sunrise and sunset, spring mountain laurel and autumn's brilliantly colored leaves, white-tailed deer, waterfalls, snow and ice, and more. Within the monthly grids, historic dates and tidbits of information are noted, for example, the date in 1936 when President Roosevelt dedicated the park; the date of the death of Annie Shenk, the last remaining life-resident within the park; the date of the first National Park Service employee hired at Shenandoah and many more. The calendar is jointly produced by the Shenandoah Natural History Association and the park concessioner, ARAMARK. The calendars, which retail for $8.99 are available from the Shenandoah Natural History Association at 540-999-3582 or locally from the Old Sperryville Bookshop in Sperryville. Supplies drive underway In an attempt to help children realize that giving can be as rewarding as receiving, a Christmas food and school supplies drive has been organized at the Rappahannock Elementary School. Participation is voluntary and the families receiving the supplies will remain anonymous. Following are some suggested items for this drive: School supplies, notebooks, pencils, crayons, coloring books, puzzles, books, canned goods, soup, drinks, cereal, mittens, hats, scarves, paper towels, sewing kit, first aid supplies, soap, toothbrushes and toothpaste. Drop off boxes will be in the lobby of the Rappahannock Elementary School before and after school now through Dec. 18. Contact Mrs. Candy Lamma at 987-8259. ountain Jvlyst _ J* . _j_ <y? &7unt (Bounty/ (BAnidlmaj al (9al/andd BPfan/a/ion November 18 - December 30 '/oin us to celebrate the holidays! Steeped in 190 years of nistory, Oatlands will come alive with the traditional decor and festivities of a southern yuletide. Open Monday through Saturday 10 a.m to 4:30 p.m. and Sundays 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Admission is $8 for adults, $7 for seniors and students (12' 16), children 6-11 $1, and children 5 and under are free. Oatlands' renowned candlelight tours begin on Saturday, November 25 from 5:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. and continue December 2, 9, and 16. Candlelight admission is $10 for adults, seniors and students, and $3 for children under 12. (Closed Dec. 24 & 25.) Christmas teas will be served Thursday through Saturday during the Christmas holidays. Reservations are required. Cost is $12.50 plus tax for the tea and $5 for the tour. Visit the Oatlands Carriage House Gift Shop for special and unique holiday gifts. Open all hours listed above. Oatlands is located just six miles south of Leesburg on Route 15. Call 703-777-3174 for information. Group tour rates are available. <% Information Meetings Tuesday, 7:00 p.m. / December 12, 2000 Davis Library, Bethesda, MD Wednesday, 12:00 noon December 13, 2000 ICA Office Washington, DC Tuesday, 7:00 p.m. December 19, 2000 Patrick Henry Library, Vienna, VA Tuesday, 7:00 p.m. January 9,2001 Davis Library, Bethesda, MD Tuesday, 7:00 p.m. January 16, 2001 Patrick Henry Library Vienna, VA Wednesday, 12:00 noon January 17, 2001 ICIA Office Washington, DC Placing babies and children from China • Russia • Albania • Bulgaria • Kazakhstan ■ * International Children's Alliance 1920 N Street, NW1630 Washington, DC 20036 www.adoptica.org 5hone 202-463-6874 adoptionopOaol.com Fax: 202-463-6880

• Neighbors/B2 • Obituaries/B6 • Classifieds/B4, B5 • Real Estate/B6 COUNTRYSmE Section B December 6, 2000 www.timescommunity.com Citizen of the Week Beverly Exline Family: Husband, Doug Exline, who is a trim carpenter for Edward Vernon at Rixeyville and son, Andrew Burke, age 15, a sophomore at Rappahannock County High School. Occupation: Dispatcher at Rappahannock County Sheriff's Office Hometown: Washington, Va. Points in between: Lived at Washington entire life Education: A1981 graduate of Rappahannock County High School rnterests: "Shopping, sports and I really enjoy watching my son play soccer." Most interesting travel experience: "My husband, son and I recently took a trip to Pennsylvania and were accompanied by my mother, Alice Racer, grandmother, Anna Clatterbuck and my sister, her husband and their two children, Hope and Danny Huff, Zach and Austin. It was a huge family vacation and everyone being together made us realize how important family really is. We had a wonderful time." Hardest/most important job: "To me the hardest part in my life has been to finally find a job such as this one which provides me with a chance to grow professionally and make a difference in society." Accomplishments: "Being able to raise my son for 15 years, take care of him, provide for him and being able to transport him to and from various school activities and other involvements. One of the hardest things in today's world is raising your children." Weekend Picks Performance set RAAC and the Curriculum Enrichment Committee are proud to present Shenandoah Shakespeare Express performing Twelfth Night at Rappahannock County High School on Saturday, Dec. 9 at 8 p.m. In Twelfth Night, one of his most popular plays, Shakespeare creates comedy at every elevation from low slapstick to high irony. Writing at the height of his powers, Shakespeare gives us in one play a feast of language and a stage full of memorable characters. Sublime and subversive, Twelfth Night breaks rules and bends gender to show love in all its guises and disguises. Tickets at the door will be $10 for adults and $5 for students. Camp scheduled Z If you are between the ages of 9 and 13 years old and you love to spend the weekend with a bunch of fun people and have an incredibly fun time, then you should attend the first 4-H Junior Holiday Camp! This exciting camping weekend will include holiday decoration-making, a special holiday visitor, gift exchange and surprises, a snowman competition and more. It will take place Dec. 8-10 at the Northern Virginia 4-H Educational Center near Front Royal. For a registration form, please call 675-3619 or come by the Extension Office. This camp is open to all youth. Ro ckahanno ck There's music in the Blue Ridge By Gerald Ochs Rappahannock News Writer Editor's Note: Among other things, Rappahannock County has an unusually active music scene. This short series provides a glimpse into that scene and its modern history. Cross over the rise and its laid out before you—an incredible vista that is Rappahannock County at its best. Farms, orchards, the Blue Ridge Mountains, rivers and streams, antebellum homes, log cabins circa 1700 and something. Twohundred and sixty-seven square miles. An hour and a half from DC. A population of 7,500 with two hundred musicians in the lot. And they’re not just any musicians, but some worldclass folk. • The Everything band—came here in 1992, fresh out of James Madison University to hone their craft and to become a factor on the national music scene. • Stick 'Em Up-a rowdy, whimsical, reggae/ska band who won last year's Charlottesville B'and Aid competition-a win that helped them produce their "Launch" CD. • Paul Reisler-a genius on guitar and hammered dulcimer, has been playing his unique blend of folk, new age, eastern, and mountain tunes for nearly three decades before international audiences. • John Jackson—one of 14 children of tenant farmers Suttie and Hattie Jackson, this Rappahannock native has been referred to as "the world's foremost finger-style blues guitarist. • Lorin Maazel—the world famous maestro moved to this sanctuary with his German-actress wife Dietlinde and their three children and created an acoustically-perfect theater, a school, and a charitable foundation to "nurture children, foster art, and reclaim the human spirit." Is this the new Woodstock? Nah! This is its own place, and it draws to it those attuned enough to care for ft, and it for them. The mountains were rockin' Back in the Sixties and Seventies, when urban sprawl meant nothing more than a guy on a couch in Hoboken, Rappahannock turned into a destination for those alternative lifestylers, the hippies. They came to live communal lives, to practice their arts, to groove in the mountains, to play some music. Barry Muthersbaugh came here a revolutionary in the late Sixties, but the mountains took his angst and the keyboard became his weapon. "The first time I came out here," he said, "we drove down a one lane road—on one side was a river full of naked girls, and on the other side was a view of Old Rag Mountain. The farmhouse we were staying at had been abandoned, and the whole farm rented for $65 a month. Three hundred hippies came here by the early Seventies—and most of 'em stayed." Warren Phinny came from San Francisco with the Timberline Flyers—they soon left, but he stayed and played. Linda Orfila came from South America via DC that same year to share her amazing voice. Julie Coon showed from San Francisco via Atlantic City to join the mix and to create a major annual party event, "Scrabble Rabble," with husband Howard. Muthersbaugh brother Scott came to join Barry, Bill Abernathy, Steve Pratt, and Terry Lee Waggener with the OK's. Scottish rocker and sound engineer Smiggy Smith found himself in the midst of all this and with the OK's after touring with Austalian band, the Dingos, and working sound for Elliot Mazur and Robin Trower. Smiggy recalled his move to the County: "I met the OK's at the Hideaway in Front Royal, when they came and played—those guys were raunchy and rough. They invited me to Rappahannock and to play with them. We played at a party, on a deck, in the middle of woods and with all kinds of people dancing around and having a great time. That's what I became a musician for .. . not playing in a studio, but in a place like this with people who were just looking for fun. That's what music is all about." People came and people went. Bands formed and played out for awhile, cut a disk, or just regrouped under some other name. A few new faces, a new dynamic, and then off again to the hills. The OK’s,. The Backwoods Bohemians, the Timber Rattlers, The Lost Beatniks, Pink Noise, The Okie Dokies, Rococo Loco, The Big Bristols, the Modem Tribal Orchestra, Venus Jones, Done Deal .. You could rent the Washington (Virginia) community center for twenty bucks and draw hundreds of the hip at two or three bucks a head. You could get a contact high in there that'd last for a week. You could rent a house for $40 a Everything Band month. You could grow weed in your backyard and smoke 'til you couldn't sing anymore. The Reagan years put a damper on things. With the President came infrared-equipped DEA helicopters, just scouting for the backyard greenery that served as an economic chariot for the new folks. With the Reagan years also came cocaine that cost some of the hippies their bank accounts. The community center fell into disrepair eliminating the primary rock venue, and all but the core left the county for greener pastures and maybe a more conventional life. The Eighties were dry, but a lot of the music stayed. And the aging hippies had babies, and the babies picked up guitars and drums, and sang til they couldn't sing anymore. Cats and birds By Jim Bywaters Rappahannock New* Writer As Christmas approaches, undoubtedly there are those of us thinking a cute little kitten would be a perfect surprise for a friend or family member. You should first be made aware of a few facts before making the final decision to buy or adopt that kitten. If you are already a cat owner, hopefully the following information will be beneficial to you as well. A good cat owner is a responsible cat owner and should take the necessary steps to care for and control their pet, as any pet owner should. In most cases pet owners consider their pet as part of the family and are dedicated to the care that the pet requires. Cats, however, present many problems other pets do not and many well-intentioned cat owners are not aware of those problems. Domestic cats are not a natural part of our ecosystem and do compete with natural predators. Cats were introduced to North America by the Europeans and brought in large numbers in the nineteenth century in an attempt to control the rodent population. As the cats accomplished that task, the following is now occurring. Cats are estimated to kill hundreds of millions of birds nationwide each year! More than 40 million domestically owned cats are allowed to roam free outside and kill birds and other wildlife. In addition an estimated 60 to 100 million homeless cats roam our cities, suburbs, farmlands and natural areas. Many assume that a cat can provide a benefit by killing certain animals such as field mice, but these native small mammals are important to maintaining a biological diverse ecosystem. For example, mice are an important food source for birds such as Great Homed Owls, Red-tailed Hawks and American Kestrels. Owned cats have a large advantage over native predators because they are afforded protection from disease and predation. Native predators such as owls, bobcats and foxes face competition and many times starvation, these are factors that control our native predators. Cats are also prolific breeders and female cats can have up to three litters with four to six kittens per year. The hunting instinct of cats is independent of the urge to eat. A cat presented with a live mouse, while eating its favorite food, will stop eating, kill the mouse and then resume eating its food. Well-feid cats are no less prone to ! hunting than cats that depend on hunting for food. In fact, many fat cats are avid hunters who can afford to patiently hunt more difficult prey, like birds. Some experts have estimated that over 4 million songbirds are " killed each day by domestic cats in the United States. This high death toll may be contributing to declines in some rare species. A cat owner can put a bell on a cat's collar but even this does not prevent it from killing birds for very long. Birds do not necessarily associate the sound of a bell with danger and most cats can learn to silently stalk their prey. Even if the bell rings it may ring too late and bells offer no protection to helpless nestlings and fledglings. Cats love to stalk birds at our feeders. Do not erect feeding stations near anything a cat can hide in or jump from. Birds that seem to escape a cat often do not get away unscathed. Wildlife rehabilitation centers report that most small animals injured by a cat will die. Even if treatment is administered immediately, only about 20 percent of the animals survive. The most effective way to prevent cats from harming birds and other wildlife is keeping cats indoors at all times. Initially, many cat owners may be reluctant to adopt this approach because they believe that confining cats would be cruel. Yet, studies have shown, indoor cats lead longer, healthier lives than cats that roam freely. Let’s introduce our cats to a fun activity that is safe and exciting, bird watching. Outdoor cats can easily make the transition to the indoor environment by following these four basic steps: 1. Establish a routine before moving your cat inside. 2. Confine your cat to one room (a bathroom or utility room) with a litter box containing a mixture of soil and litter. When you visit your cat, place it in the litter box. 3. After two or three days, allow your cat to have access to the rest of the house. Provide a second litter box in its permanent location and frequently place your cat in this box. 4. Once your cat regularly uses this second litter box, you can remove the first one. 5. Please have your cat spayed or neutered. There is nothing more upsetting for a bird lover than to see a bird in apparent need of rescue. Rescuing wildlife is difficult, often unsuccessful and usually illegal and each situation often requires a different solution. It is illegal to keep an injured bird in captivity. However you can transport it to a licensed wildlife professional for rehabilitation. Try your local humane society for a referral or help. If a bird appears to be sick do not handle it and report it to a trained professional in order to avoid contact with diseases. In the event of a window collision, there is usually no need to panic. Most birds survive window collisions and just need some time to recover from the shock. The problem is that they may be vulnerable to predators while they are waiting to recover. You can cover a stunned bird with a cardboard box (or something similar) in order to help protect it while it recovers. Punch several holes in the box with a pencil to allow air circulation. Lift the box every 5 to 10 minutes to see how the bird is doing and if it is recovered it will fly away. This however is only necessary if you have cats or other predators close by and the bird is in need of protection. The Tao of Steve to be shown Dec. 8 By Rosie Day Rappahannock News Writer Donal Logue stars as Dex, an overweight part-time kindergarten teacher with an uncanny way with women. A self-described, "big, fat, pig", he covers his paunch with Hawaiian shirts and spends his off-hours drinking and smoking, shooting pool and explaining his successful method of seduction to his buddies. Dex has a system, blending the philosophies of Martin Heidegger, Laotzu and Groucho Marx with a coolness based on Steve MQueen. Improbably, it works and the ladies just melt. Until Dex meets Syd, that is. Or rather, meets her again, at their tenth high school reunion. Syd (Greer Goodman) is now an opera set-designer, attractive, brainy, and fun. Smitten, Dex tries all his wiles, but to no avail. Firsttime director, Jenniphr Goodman, co-wrote the sparkling and funny script with her sister Greer and Duncan North, the real-life inspiration for Dex's character. For his portrayal of Dex, Donal won the Outstanding Performance Award at this year's Sundance Film Festival. RAAC is sponsoring this highly rated comedy and will show it Friday, Dec. 8 at The Theatre on Gay Street. Rated R, 90 minutes.

Church A Activities Woodville Baptist Pastor: Rev. Alpheus Atkins Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a m. Night Service 7 p.m. Wednesday: Bible Study & Prayer Meeting 7 p.m. Choir Practice 7:45 p.m. New Harvest Christian Fellowship The New Harvest Christian Fellowship meets at the Viewtown Store with Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. and morning worship at 10:30. A mid-week service is held in various homes in the community. For more information call 937-9993 or 937-5210 or 937-4929. Gid Brown Bible Pastor: John K. Burke Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Youth and Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Prayer Service 7:30 p.m. County Methodist services Rappahannock County Methodist Churches will have worship services for Sunday, Dec. 10 as follows: Flint Hill at 8:45 a.m.; Sperryville at 11:15 d.m. and Willis Chapel at 10 a.m. The Rev. Merlin Shorb is pastor and invites the public. Five Forks Regular Baptist Pastor: Rev. Roger L. Smith Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Slate Mills Baptist Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Wednesday: Children’s Choir 6:45 p.m. Youth & Adult Choirs 7:30 p.m. Thursday: W.M.U. Meeting Community Carol Service set The Flint Hill Baptist Church is having a community Christmas Carol Service on Sunday, Dec. 10 at 4 p.m. Several choirs from the community including Washington Baptist Church, Reynolds Baptist and Flint Hill Methodist will be singing. In addition, Jeff Light from Woodville Baptist and Florence Goff from Flint Hill Baptist will be soloist. There will be congregational singing as well as the special presentations. St. Peter’s Catholic Mission Father Jerry Pokorsky Masses: Saturday Vigil, 5:30 p.m. Sunday, 8:30 and10 a.m. Holy Days of Obligation call 675-3432 Weekdays Tuesday-Saturday, 8:30 a.m. Confessions: 4:30-5 p.m., Saturday, after masses Forest Grove Baptist Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Willis Chapel to present play A Christmas play titled "A Christmas Greeting" will be presented Dec. 17 at 6 p.m. at the Willis Chapel United Methodist Church in Huntly. Everyone is invited."We would appreciate a can of food for the needy as your entrance fee," said an organizer. Washington Baptist Pastor: Rev. Phillip Bailey Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Services 11 a.m. Tuesday: Children’s Choir 7 p.m. Adult Choir 7:30 p.m. Trinity Episcopal Rector: Rev. Jennings W. Hobson III Sunday: Holy Eucharist 8 a.m. Holy Eucharist 9:15 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Prayer 11 a.m. Wednesday: Bible Study, Holy Eucharist 9:30 a.m. Thornton Gap Primitive Baptist Sunday: Every third Sunday 10:30 a.m. Flint Hill Baptist Church Pastor: Robert Goff Second & Fourth Sunday: Worship Service 11 a.m. Christmas play at Sperryville Methodist The youth and adult choir of Sperryville Methodist Church will present their play, A Journey to Bethlehem on Sunday, Dec. 10 at 7:30 p.m. All are welcome. Thornton ’s Gap Regular Baptist Rev. Kirby Shenk Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a m. Living Nativity planned The Methodist Churches of Rappahannock will once again sponsor "The Living Nativity" on Saturday, Dec. 9 from 6 until 9 p.m. It will be held in the red barn at Sycamore Hill House, beside the Rappahannock Library on US 211, Washington. You may walk the lighted path to the barn or the "Nativity Scene" may be viewed from your car. FT. Baptist Rev. Randi Maki Sunday: Sunday School 10 a m. Services 11 am. Play at Fellowship Assembly The Fellowship Assembly of God will be presenting their Christmas program on Sunday, Dec. 17 at 6 p.m. All are invited. Boston residents prepare for holiday I Mr. and Mrs. J.R. Peyton attended the Rochester Rope Christmas dinner on Saturday evening at the Remington Lions Club. Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Bragg attended the Merchants Grocery Christmas dinner at Aberdeen Barn on Saturday afternoon and their cniidren, iveiiy, rvaria, Mattnew and Mark were with their grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Peregory in Front Royal. Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Peregory and Loren of Amissville were Monday evening guests of Mrs. Janet Peregory, Joseph and Jennifer. Belated birthday wishes go out to Glenn Tharp who celebrated Friday and Presley Cubbage whose day was Dec. 5. Birthday wishes are extended to Miss . __ _ . _ Boston By MARIE F. ATKINS 987-8802 Margie Lee Williams of Aaron Mountain Road who adds another year Dec. 6, and her sister-in-law, Mrs. Mike Williams whose day is Dec. 7. Condolences with prayers go out to the family of Mrs. Bertie Dodson Hackley who departed this life on Friday at Fauquier Hospital. Mrs. Ray Frazier of Turkey Ridge Road and her daughter, Mrs. Michael owindler ot Culpeper motored to Fredericksburg Sunday. Our prayers continue for Mrs. Judy N. Meredith, daughter of Mrs. Mary Nicholson, who remains a patient in University of Virginia Hospital in Charlottesville. Mrs. Elizabeth Deane of O'Bannon Mill Road, had her daughter, Geraldine of Fairfax with her during the weekend. Congratulations to Miss Amanda Sims, a senior at Rappahannock High School and Kevin Yowell, Boston residents and Kelly Meredith, Cindy Hurt and Patricia Brumett, all from Reva, who have been listed in "Who's Who Among American High School Students." Anyone in our area who wishes to contribute to the Community Christmas Basket Program may obtain information by calling Sue Jenkins, at 825-7768. Any used toys or canned goods may be dropped off at Clore-English Funeral Home on Route 29. Also any new toys can also be dropped off at the funeral home as they are the "Toys for Tots" dropping point. Volunteers are needed for this program, so please help make a special Christmas for those less fortunate. CJS Crafts and Stained Glass of Hazelland Lane, here in Boston held their third annual open house on Sunday. They have all kinds of Christmas gifts, including window panels, lamps, candle holders and other unique items. Longyear family returns from Florida Mr. and Mrs. Walter Longyear and daughter, Casey spent the Thanksgiving holiday with her mother, Mrs. Sivea Stovall in Sarasota, Fla. The Longyears other daughter, Amy of Boston, Mass., flew down and joined them for the occasion and to celebrate Mrs. Stovall's 89th birthday. Happy birthday to our granddaughter, Amanda Brown on Fodderstack Road who has her day on Friday, Dec. 8. Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy . Beatty and son Robbie were Sunday evening visitors of Sarah Brown. Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Atkins of Augusta, Ga. were recent visitors of Mrs. Addie Washington By RUTH CLARK 675-3608 Keyser. On Saturday evening Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Keyser of Sperryville were visitors of his mother, Mrs. Addie Keyser. Saturday evening Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark had Caroling planned The Flint Hill Baptist Church will have Christmas caroling at the church on Sunday, Dec. 10 at 4 p.m. Among those joining in the caroling, will be the choirs from Reynolds Baptist Church, Washington Baptist Church, Flint Hill United Methodist and Jeff Light of the Woodville Baptist Church. Everyone is welcome and there will be refreshments served following the program. The Flint Hill United Methodist Church will have a Christmas program on Sunday, Dec. 17 at 7:30 p.m. The public is welcome. The United Methodist Women will meet at the home of Barbara Jenkins on Monday, Dec. 18 at 7:30 p.m. The Flint Hill Baptist Flint Hill - i ■" *> V By POLLY AYLOR 987-8136 Church will have worship service on Sunday, Dec. 10 at 11 a.m. The public is welcome. The Flint Hill United Methodist Church has worship service each Sunday at 8:45 a.m. The pastor, the Rev. Merlin Shorb invites the public. Have a great week and give me a call with news!! dinner in Front Royal. Happy birthday to Mrs. Sallie Atkins of Fodderstack Road who has her day on Tuesday, Dec. 13. We wish Samantha Falls a speedy recovery. She and her family Tim, Edie and Robert went out Sunday afternoon to Baumgardners Tree Farm to get a Christmas tree and Samantha stepped into a hole and broke her left leg. Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Weakley of Fredericksburg were Sunday guests of Mrs. Erma Jenkins. Weekend guests of Mrs. Alice Butler were Mrs. Betty Klise, Mrs. Linnie Cummings and Mrs. Barbara Mandrell of Chesapeake who attended the Colonial Dinner at the Washington Baptist Church. . Mark your calendars for these two dates Friday, Jan. 26 and Saturday, Jan. 27 in the year of 2001. Pictures will be taken at the Washington Baptist Church for the new church pictorial directory. More information will be given at a later time. The Colonial dinner 'on Saturday and Sunday evening was quite successful at the Washington Baptist Church. The ladies served approximately 200 people. Miss Donna Sue (Susie) Smoot is recovering at home following surgery at Fauquier Hospital. We wish her well. Have a great week! Dear bayard, Christmas in the Blue Ridge-where else would you rather be?! The shops on Main Street are bright and bustling with good cheer. A steaming cup of freshpressed local cider and complimentary homemade cookies await holiday shoppers, and some merchants are offering a 10% discount to county residents. Local retailers must earn a substantial fraction of their annual income during the holiday period. The single most important thing residents can do to support the community economy is to buy local; In this era of sprawling malls and superstores-and, increasingly, internet shopping-family businesses are at risk of going the way of the family farm. Yes, prices are often higher at small shops, which must | operate at far lower sales volume than the big franchise stores. But it is a premiujn well worth paying to keep our country stores viable and support local artists ahd ( other neighbors who provide creative products and friendly, reliable services. Truly yours, Bill P.S., The cell tower application is on hold while the company reconsiders its options. I learned that the official name for the towers is "Antenna Support Structure" (ASS). Many of my neighbors are waiting for an opportunity to tell the company where to put them. Brookside Restaurant & Gift Shop U S. 211 E. Luray Foothills of Blue Ridge Mountains Sun. to Thurs. 7 a m. - 8:30 p.m. (540) 743-5698 ROBERT J. CLATTERBUCK Plumbing and Heating Flint Hill, VA 675-3378 W.C. THOMPSON FUNERAL HOME 503-7 NORTH MAIN ST. CULPEPER, VIRGINIA (540) 825-6700 CHERRY Building Supply Corp. “See Us For All Your Building Supply Needs” 1418 Orange Road Culpeper (540) 825-0937 Sperryville Emporium “The Shop that has EVERYTHING” U. S. 211, West Sperryville, VA (540) 987-8235 " "What do you want to be when you grow up?" Dad asked Tim. "1 want ■ to be rich", said Tim, without hesitation. What would your answer be if you were Tim's Dad? Would you encourage him to attend the right schools and wear the finest clothes? There is nothing wrong with that advice....as long as you remember the most important advice. Advise your youngster to always strive to be rich in the love of our Heavenly Father, for on the road to riches the# are always many potholes that the best clothes and the finest education will not get him through. Yet, God's love gives us the peace and the courage it takes to keep moving on toward our goal. "But thou shall remember the Lord thy God: for it is He that giveth thee power to get wealth." Deut. 8:18 Worship as a family each week. Prepare your son or daughter for adulthood by your example. You will all be richer for il Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Luke Zechariah Zechariah Zechanah Zechariah Zechariah Zechariah 21:25-33 8:1-17 8:18-23 »17 10:1-12 14:1-11 14.12-21 SctvDjres Sthcua Of The American B&* Soatty Copyngm 2000 Keister Williams Newspaper Services, P Q Bo, 8005. ClteiWtesvete. 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JHetmrrtes at (Effttatmus I guess the kid comes out in all of us at this time of the year. There is so much to do and yet, everybody is in such a pleasant mood. I often wonder, why can't it be like this all year. It could be if we put Christ back into Christmas. I had such a wonderful childhood, and I can remember all the things we did as a family. We didn't have much extra money, so we made gifts for each other. And the projects we worked on were such a big secret. We saved the wrapping paper from the year before, and we found out if you ironed the paper it would look like new. Now, remember we didn't have electricity yet, so we had to heat the old flat irons on the wood stove, and when they were hot you would iron the wrinkles out. We were taught how to recycle long before there were recycling. To find the right Christmas tree was left up to us. Daddy was to busy with all the chores that had to be done on the farm to go look for a tree. He would always cut it off from the bottom and nail it to cross boards and put it up for us. Sometimes we could find a pretty cedar, spruce, bull pine a Sperryville By SALLY KEYSER 987-8471 or white pine on our place. They may not have been the prettiest, but once they were decorated, they were to us. I can remember one year when Daddy saddled up his work horse "Old Nell" and I went to the neighbors house to find a Christmas tree. We looked and looked until we had found the perfect tree, but when I got home it had to have three feet cut off the bottom. It had looked just right when I was in the mountain, but before I got home it had gotten larger and heavier. Daddy didn't say anything except, he asked me how I ever got home with such a big tree? Our decorations were glass ornaments and sycamore balls covered with different colors of foil that we had saved from candy all year. We didn’t have electric lights, so we popped corn and would make long strings. We would use a needle and thread and what we didn't eat, we would add to the string. When we were through we thought it looked beautiful. The mantel was decorated with spruce and red berries gathered from by the creek. We also had a section from a small tree limb that had three holes cut out for red candles. Every Christmas Eve we would put a box under the tree with our name on it. Naturally we had to go to bed early so Santa would come. We were all much too excited to go to sleep, so we would lay there and whisper, so we could not be heard. No matter what we got, it was always the "Best" Christmas ever, and I still hold on to all the memories. You miss the ones gone and a tear may come to your eyes, but you are so thankful for the wonderful childhood that was given to you. If there was hard times, we never knew it because our home was filled with love. Mr. Jason Pullen celebrated his birthday last Sunday with family and friends. He received many useful gifts. We are happy to hear that Mrs. Florine Estes has been released from the Warrenton Health Care and is at the home of her niece in Woodville. Everyone is invited to the Christmas program, "Journey to Bethlehem" which will be held Sunday night Dec. 10 at the Sperryville United Methodist Church at 7:30 p.m. The Living Nativity will be held at the barn on US 211, next to the Rappahannock Library on Dec. 9 from 6 until 9 p.m. This is sponsored by the Willis Chapel, Flint Hill, and Sperryville United Methodist Churches. Please plan on stopping by. Stephanie Atkins-Scott and Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Atkins Jr. were recent Saturday evening dinner guests of Piedmont Blues Legendary singer, John Jackson and his manager, Trish Byerly at the Appetite Repair Shop. The rainfall recorded at the Sperryville Waste Water Treatment Plant for the month of November was two and a half inches. Call me with your news and make it a good week. Ruritan fruit orders ready for delivery What cold weather we have been having! Too bad we don't have the snow to go along with it. The Amissville Ruritans Fruit orders have arrived. They will be delivering the fruit this week, if you placed an order with any of the members please call them to make delivery arrangements. The raffle for the quilts .will be drawn on Dec. 19, ' 2000. Tickets are available from any Ruritan member or at Hackley's Store. The Amissville Baptist Church is having three different Christmas programs this year. The Youth Program, "eXtreme! Christmas: Not a Silent Night" will be presented Dec. 10 at 7 p.m. The adult cantata with the children’s nativity will be Dec. 17 at 11 a.m. The Rejoicers Choir will have their program on Dec. 17 at 7 • p.m. At this service refreshments will be served as well as bags of Old Fashioned Candy will be given out. Amissville By AMY HITT 937-3401 The Post Office is under roof, I see but it still has a way to go before it is complete. I believe the new target date is sometime in early March. Sympathy is extended to the family of Bertie Hackley. Congratulations are in order tor Vicky and Todd Sealock on the birth of their son Dec. 1. Get well wishes are sent out to Thelma Colvin, as she took a fall this past week and had to go to the hospital. She is at home now recovering. The Richard Hogan family went to upstate New York for Thanksgiving. They ran into the snowstorm around Buffalo. We also went to New York for the Thanksgiving holiday, we didn’t run into as much snow as Nannette and Richard did. But the temperature was below zero the whole time we were there. The Community Christmas Baskets will be delivered on Dec. 19. If you know of anyone in our area that is in need, please call Dorothy Hackley or me so we can get Christmas dinner to them. There are donation boxes at Hackley's Store, Mayhughs Store, and all the churches, so please put a non-perishable item in the box. Or you can send a donation to P.O. Box 75, Amissville, Va. 20106. We have to say good-bye to Charles Henry Hackley, as he and his wife Barbara are moving to Fairfax. We will miss them. A little hello to Mrs. Rose Bowey and to my nephew, Allen. Happy birthday wishes to Bethany Baldwin, Missy Baldwin, Beth Martin and Felicia Stonecipher. Frank McWhirt will be 88 on Dec. 6. Ronnie Lee Poe and Hazel Cooke will also be celebrating this month. Happy anniversary to Edward and Alice Lawrence. Woodville Church to present program Woodville Baptist Church will present a Christmas play on Sunday, Dec. 17 at 7 p.m. Last Tuesday night, Rena and Richard Burke had dinner with John, Nina, and Eric Norman in Washington. Also dining with them was Mrs. Marilyn Bailey. • Sympathy is extended to Doris Hackley Sealock who lost her mother, Mrs. Bertie Hackley this week. Daniel and Bessie Norman met Ken, Fran, Will, Wade, and Wyatt Norman and Steve and Teresa Norman at Golden R.H. 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The meeting is open to the public. Santa at Horse N Hound Santa will be making a special appearance at Horse N Hound in Flint Hill from noon until 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 9. Come, visit Santa in his sleigh and have your photograph taken with him. There will also be free hot cocoa and cookies. Band Boosters to meet The Rappahannock County Band Boosters will meet on Thursday, Dec. 7 at 7 p.m. at the High School Band Room. Everyone is invited. For more information call Ginger Estes at 675-3464 or John Wiese at 937-9909. Health Screening programs set The Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services Board invites persons 60 years of age and older to participate in the following Health Promotion/Screening programs to be held at the Rappahannock Senior Nutrition center: Blood pressure screening on Dec. 11 at 11:30 am. and Exercise program and review medications on Dec. 12 at 1 p.m. If interested in attending any of these programs, contact Anita Richards at 825-3100, extension #3321. Women's Community bible Study set A Women's Community Bible Study meeting at the Amissville United Methodist Church will begin meeting weekly on Thursday, Jan. 11 at 9:30 a.m. The study will be on Luke, using the Kay Arthur Study series. Nursery is provided. All women are welcome. For more information call K Adams at 937-4397. Front Royal Oratorio to celebrate The Front Royal Oratorio Society invites everyone to its 40th birthday party on Sunday, Dec. 11 at 7:30 p.m. at Boggs Chapel, Randolph Macon Academy. The society has a gift for everyone, an exciting concert of beautiful music, Magnificat by John Rutter and Gloria by Antonio Vivaldi. Director George Amos is bringing the RMA chorus to sing, a real event with wonderful soloists and instrumental accompaniment. A second performance will be held Saturday, Dec. 16 at 7:30 p.m. at the Front Royal Presbyterian Church. Free admission and for more information call Ann Andersen at 622-6974. Holiday bake sale scheduled Old Rag Mountain Pony Club will be holding a holiday bake sale to raise funds for their club on Saturday, Dec. 9 from noon until 2 p.m. at Horse N Hound in Flint Hill. Musical reenactment planned Former Rappahannock County resident, Tina Liza Jones, who now resides in Riner, Va. will be the second artist-in-residence at RCES. Her residence will extend through Dec. 14, when she will teach American folk songs from the 1700's to kindergarten through second grade students. Using guitar, violin, banjo, dulcimer and other folk instruments, she will also direct student performances at the second reenactment on Dec. 14 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Parents and the community are invited to attend any of her classroom sessions and the evening performance/reenactment. Services Board to meet The Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services Board will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 12 at 1 p.m., at Airlie Conference Center in Warrenton. Individuals with disabilities who require special assistance to attend and participate in this meeting should contact Paula Benenson at 825-3100, extension 3146, or 825-7391 (TDD). Craft show, bake sale set Culpeper Christian School will hold their fifth annual craft show and bake sale on Saturday, Dec. 9 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will also be a gift shop for children 15 and under to do their own shopping and wrapping (with helpers). Lunch will be available and door prizes will be announced throughout the show, you need not be present to win. For more information call Ruth Sousa at 423-1405. Ragged Mountain activities set The Ragged Mountain Resource Center will be coordinating the following activities in December 2000: Saturday, Dec. 9: Second Saturday Hike Series. Destination - Hazel Mountain and Hazel River Headwaters. Meet at Mountainside Market on US 211, west of Sperryville 987-9100, between 8-8:30 a.m. and caravan from there. Return mid-afternoon. Bring food and water for self and layered clothing according to the weather of the day. Fee: Donations welcome. Hike leader: Hunt Harris. 540-987-3366. Saturday, Dec. 9: Moonlight Hike of Old Rag Mountain. Meet at Mountainside Market on US 211 west of Sperryville. 987-9100 by 5 p.m. or at upper lot of Old Rag on Nethers side off Route. 231 by 5:45 p.m. Bring food and liquid for self and layered clothing according to the weather. Return time ??? Fee: Donations welcome. Hike Leader: Hunt (987-3366). Not an adventure for whiners or those who think they are in shape but are not really! Ragged Mountain Resource Center will also be coordinating clean-ups of older dump sites and other events into the next year, such as: Native Planting Programs; Surveys of damage and health in the SNP after recent fires; Surveys of older, notable trees; Establishment of a Quick Response Citizen Task Force, and much more. A call to artists The Middle Street Gallery, a non-profit artists' cooperative in Washington is planning their 2000 Holidays show focusing on the art of gift giving. The show will run through the month of December. "We are excited about having work by new artists as well as those who have shown with us before," said an organizer. Submitted work will be juried by gallery members. There will be no fee. A 40 percent (30 percent for members) gallery commission will be deducted from all sales. There is no limit to the number of pieces submitted, but keep in mind that this show focuses on holiday gifts. The Middle Street Gallery reserves^tje right to reject any work not meeting its standards. Required erttry forms are available by calling 675-2355. Leave name, address and a form will be mailed to you. Forms can also be picked ufV'Dy stopping by the gallery. Christmas craft show planned The 11th annual Christmas Craft Show will be held on Saturday, Dec. 9 from 9 am. until 3 p.m.at Grace Miller Elementary School at Bealeton. Featured attractions include, pictures with Santa, poinsettia sale, 50/50 raffle, door prizes, kids craft corner, entertainment, lunch and crafters. For more information call Peggy at 540-439-1272.

■ INDEX Please refer to category you wish to use Rentals 001. Rentals - Apartments 011. Rentals - Condo 022 Rentals - House 033. Rentals - Lots & Acreage 044 Rentals - Mobile Home 055. Rentals - Room 066 Rentals - Shared Housing/Roommates 077 Rentals - Townhouse 080 Rentals - Office 085 Property Management 088 Rentals - Wanted 089 Hunting Properties Vacation Places 090 Vacation - Rent 095. Vacation - Sale 099 Vacation - Wanted Residential Sales 100. For Sale By Owner 111. Sales - Condo 122. Sales - Houses 133. Sales - Lots & Acreage 135 Real Estate For Sale 144. Sales - Manufactured/Custom Housing 155. Sales - Mobile Homes 166. Sales - Townhouses 177. Sales - Wanted Commercial Real Estate 180. Commercial - Rent 188. Commercial - Sale 190. Real Estate Wanted 193. Real Estate Services 196. Franchises/ Business Opportunities Merchandise 200. Antiques & Collectibles 204. Arts & Crafts 208. Auctions 212. Cemetery Lots 216. Computers/Electronics 220. Farm Equipment 222. Farm Supplies 224. Firewood 228. Furniture/Appliances 232. Garage/Yard/Moving Sales 233. Estate Sales 236 Hay, Straw & Feed 240. Horses 244. Jewelry 248. Lawn/Garden Equipment 252. Livestock 254. Building Materials 256. Miscellaneous For Sale 260. Miscellaneous For Rent 261. Miscellaneous Wanted 262 Musical Instruments/Equipment 266. Office Furniture & Equipment 270 Penny-Pinchers 273 Pets 274. Pet Supplies/Service 278. Produce 282. Recreational Equipment/Health 284. Firearms 286. Seasonal Sales Free Merchandise 290. Found 294 Giveaways 298. Lost Services 350. Business Services 355. Child Care Services Ottered 356 Child Care Services Wanted 360 Commuters Corner 365. Domestic Services 370 Financial/Mortaages 375 Home Health Care 376. Home Improvement 380. Instruction 381 Career Education 383. Health & Beauty 385 Lawn/Garden 390. Personal Services 391. Miscellaneous Services 395. Services Wanted Announcements 400 Adoption 410 Announcements 420 Birthdays/Happy Ads 430. Coming Events 440. Entertainment 450. Personals 460 Seasonal Specials 470. Tributes Legal Notiee, 480. ABC License 490. Legal Notices 485. Bids & Proposals 492. Public Notices Employment 500. Domestic Help Wanted 515. Employment Services 545. Full Time Employment 560. Part Time Employment 590 Wanted: Jobs Transportation 600 Antiques & Classics 605. Automobiles 610. Jeeps 620. Aviation 625. Boats & Accessories 630 Campers/RVs 635. Construction/Heavy Equipment 640 Motorcycles 645. Off-Road/Unlicensed 650 Parts/Accessories 655 Rentals 660 Repair/Service 665 Sport Utility Vehicle 670. Trailers 675. Trucks/Pickups 680. Vans/ Buses 685. Vehicles Wanted I Employment General Classified Legal Notices i , Real Estate Rentals/ Sales Automotive rour Communi V ’ : .7 NORTHERN VIRGINIA t\J~ Pt6ce*b4*X New Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-6 p.m. By Phone: Loudoun 703-777-1110 Loudoun 703-689-1260 Metro 703-444-4480 Fauquier 540-347-4222 Clarke 1-809839-6267 Rappahannock 1-800-8524797 By Fax: 703-689-1278 By Web: ; www.timescommunity.com By Mail: Times Community Newspapers Classified Department, P.O. Box 359 Leesburg, VA 20176-3013 In Person: Stop by our Offices located at: Loudoun Times-Mirror 9 East Market St., Leesburg, Virginia Eastern Loudoun Times 101 East Holly Ave., Suite 7 Sterling, Virginia Fairfax County Office 1760 Reston Parkway, Suite 411 Reston, Virginia Fauquier Times-Democrat 39 Culpeper St., Warrenton, Virginia Clarke Times-Courier 16 West Main St., Berryville, Virginia Rappahannock News Rappahannock News Building Washington, Virginia Employment Classified 4:00 p.m. Monday Public/Legal Notices 5:00 p.m. Friday General Classified 6:00 p.m. Monday Your Community Directory 12 Noon Friday Horse & Farm Directory 1:00 p.m. Monday W~— EQUAL housing OPPORTUNITY All real estate advertising herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or intention to make any such preferences, limitations, or discrimination. Additionally, the Commonwealth of Virginia forbids discrimination based on elderliness, parenthood, or handicap. l<Ve will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. After An Ad Is Ordered it cannot be changed or cancelled after the posted deadline for that issue. At the time of placing your ad. it will be read or faxed back to you for any corrections to be made. Read your ad carefully the first time it appears in the paper. If it contains an error, or if you wish to make changes, call at once. No adjustments will be made on errors that do not materially affect the value of the advertisement. All errors must be reported by 3:00 p.m. Monday following the date of publication The Times will not accept liability for its failure, for any cause, to insert an advertisement and reserves the right to reject any advertisement deemed objectionable in subject matter, phraseology or setup The Times Newspapers are not liable for the auaM^^tdvedised£roducts^wsei^ices^^^ j Rentals ' Apartments v J WASHINGTON, VA 1 BR apt, 1 BA, kitchen livingroom combo, no smoking, no pets. $385/ mo. plus utilities, credit check, security deposit and references. OLREA 540-675-3637 V_/ ROOMMATE TO SHARE large NS home in town, rets, req., serious inquires only $550/mo + utili. (540) 675-2212. 88 Rentals Wanted PROFESSIONAL, SINGLE Male seeking 1 Bedroom apt. or small house to rent in the Warrenton area. Call 540-347-4222 (days). LEESBURG- open 12/10, 1-4 pm. $138,900. 3 Ivl. TH, 3 BR, 2 '/2 BA, deck, shed, fncd. yrd., new carpet/ paint. 111 Paddington Way NE. 703-691-0567 FREE FIREWOOD, Purcellville, Va- trees are down, you cut, remove ASAP Call 540-4542272 (cell phone). MIXED FIREWOOD FOR SALE $125/Cord. 540-9871153 SEASONED firewood $160/cord. Fast delivery Also Landscaping & Tree Work 540-7881546. Furniture / Appliance* BEDROOM BLACK LAQUIER California king platform, 6 pieces, $600, no mattress.703834-0911. OAK CHINA HUTCH/ BUFFET combo- w / server area. Perfect for Kit. or DR, $695. 703262-0270 7 PC. This End Up turn., brand new cushions, perfect for family, ex. cond. All for $1000/ OBO 703-818-2675 HAY - horse quality hay. Square & round bales. Also round bales for cattle. 540-937-5160 HAY: 1000 ROLLS 1st cutting alfalfa: fair to poor, take all $10.00 roll. 2nd cutting beautiful, excellent. 600 rolls $30/roll, take all. 540454-2272 (cell phone), Purcellville, Va. /----\ 252 Livestock V_ 15 PUREBRED BLACK Angus Bulls Ray T. Cannon. 540-937-4900. fogo kite. LC90 For Sol* CHANDELIER-Virginia Metalcrafters, Williamsburg style, solid brass, retail $3780, sell $1500. 540-349-9182. DIRECTV Mini-satellite dish $69.99 FREE INSTALATION Local channels now available! 1-800-459-7357F-11 LADIES DIAMOND RING. Outstanding value. Dazzling 1.84 carat marquise cut diamond surrounded by .90 carats of round brilliant diamonds for a total 2 74 of diamonds set in 14 karat yellow gold. Beautiful engagement or anniversary ring. $7,000 firm. Master gemologist appraisal included. 540-347-2890 after 6:00 PM ROLEX OYSTER PERPETUAL Watch Top cond Serious offers over $800 only! 540937-3606. Fuli Time Employment V J 256 Misc. For Sato TORSO TRACK $200/bo. Exercise bike $70. Antique china closet & desk, make offer! After 5pm. 703-777-8592. SEEKING A TRACING PROJECTOR. 540347-1970 after 6 PM or 540-347-4222. days, ask for Jeanne. f--—\ 273 w* V_ . . ■. '.J JACK RUSSELL TERRIER PUPS- whelped 10/16, Parsons line, great markings, tails & dew claws cropped, shots. Avail. now. www.shotton.com Y03443-8670 LAB PUPS, AKC/OFA/ CERF, chocolate & black females. $400 & up. Ready. 540-6364746. 5 POMERANIAN PUPPIES. vet checked, all shots, ready for Xmas., 540-825-5496 ✓-'-"«v 294 Giveaways v _) UPRIGHT PIANO WITH bench Prefer charity organization or equal. Must use movers dolly. Call 540-347-7106 ----\ 298 Lost V_ J STILL SEARCHING/ Missing since 9/7/00. Male Jack Russell/ Terrier-Mix blk./ white/ brown, Short-haired; bobbed tail; no collar, 25 lbs; not fixed; heartbroken in Orlean, Va. $2,000 Reward!!! 540364-1895. [545 Full Tim# Employment /380 Instruction V J FREE 2 DAY TAX COURSE Regional tax firm offering free tax school for individuals seeking employment in the tax industry. Classes starting December 8th. Space is limited. Call 1-800-809-2829 for more info. r—~—t’"—> 605 Automobile* V_____ FORD TEMPO 1991, white/ted interior, power equip., exc cond only 87K mis., $3000 OBO. 540-937-4286. GEO PRISM ‘96- fully loaded, sunroof, 6 disc CD ex cond, moving, must sell $6500/ firm. 703-858-7218 HONDA ACCORD 1990. EX. auto, new tires & exhaust $3700 OBO 540-349-1842 after 6 PM MERCEDES 2400 FOR parts dark blue. $1200 OBO 703-753-9096 SAAB 900 TURBO. 1984 5 sp., 4 dr., am/fm/cass. ac, all pwr, 100k, new insp. very good cond. $2000. 540-347-2708 TOYOTA COROLLA 1984, $350. Needs Work. 540-788-4887. gtB£% Pert* 8k Accessories V_/ COVER THAT PICK-up bed lor the winter Fiberglass truck cap.. . 60"W X 88" L. Great condition. $150. 540788-4626 545 Full Time Employment ★ ROUTE SALES ★ ★ DRIVERS ★ CDL Class A preferred ★ No Overnights ★ MERCHANDISERS * NEED A CAREER CHANGE? Are you tired of the commute? Would you like to work closer to home? Would you like to work for a solid, secure company? Then the Pepsi team is looking for a few bright, hard working individuals to work in our warehouse Benefits include: • Hospitalization • Disability Insurance • 401 (k) • Evaluations • Six Paid Holidays Medical and Dental Insurance Life Insurance Bonus Pay Uniforms Furnished Promotions from Within Vacation (Start 1 week, top 4 weeks) • Perfect Attendance Bonus • Good Incentive Programs JOIN THE PEPSI TEAM ROUTE 29-211 NORTH, WARRENTON, VIRGINIA 540-347-3112 APPLY IN PERSON • • • WALK-INS WELCOME KOK 665 Sport Utility Vehicle CHEVY SUBURBAN 1996. white, 1500 LT, loaded. 121K hwy. miles. $18,800 540987-9608 FORD BRONCO 1978. blue & white, 4WD, hard & sott tops, refurbished engine, runs great. $1500 OBO. 540825-3599 ask for Ben (days) FORD EXPLORER 1991, 4 dr., loaded, leather interior, 103k, excellent cond., $6250 OBO. 540-347-4997 after 6 PM. 675 Trucks/ Pickups CHEVROLET 1500 Pickup ’90- Reg. cab, shrt bed, 350 motor, Turbo 700 Tranny w/ shift kit. Blk ext/grey int. 6" susp lift 3" body lift, . New 39x18.5 Mickey Thompson tires. Bushwacker extended fender (lares, air damn hood, stereo sys. 139K. $12,000/060. 540-6876578. CHEVY 1978, 4 WD, 350 rebuilt eng. new tires, runs great needs little work. $2500 OBO. 703361-2223 ACCOUNTS PAYABLE Experience a must. Job cost accounting necessary. Some telephone and other office duties. Sterling, Virginia. Benefits and 401K. Call Helen 703-404-4887 CARETAKER for elderly Individual. Washington, VA 2 hours AM, daily. 540-347-3451 CDL DRIVERS NEEDED All local hauls. Home every night. Health/ Dental & Life Insurance. Uniforms. Paid Vacation. 540-788-4238 Earl Tapp Concrete Co. Certified Nursing Assistant Reliable, experienced (home care experience preferred but not required), flexible, CNA needed. Local travel required. PRN positions available immediately. Excellent working environment and benefits. Call Hospice of the Rapidan, 540-825-4840, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM weekdays. COMPANION AIDE Wanted to live-in, Mon. - Fri., some Sat. required. Will get another day off. Nice setting. Rixeyville area. Call Bridges 540-899-3404 Legal Hotices TRUSTEE SALE 37 Main Street Sperryville, VA In execution of a Deed of Trust from Wilson J Burke and Jean Clater Burke dated February 9. 1999 and recorded in the Clerk's Office. Circuit Court, County of Rappahannock, Virginia, as Instrument no 990000369, securing a loan which was originally $251,600 00 Default having occurred in the payment of the Note thereby secured, and at the request of the holder of said Note, the undersigned Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at public auction at the front steps of the County of Rappahannock Circuit Courthouse 238 Gay Street, Washington, Virginia on December 21. 2000 at 12:00 PM. the property described in said Deed of Trust, located at the above address and briefly described as: Beginning at point in the center ol Rt 1001, pipe in line on the northeast side, corner with Engham Estate: thence with Engham, the fence being considered the line, N 37-15 E 216 30 to a point in the center of the Thorton River, thence with the center of the river S 56-46 E 154 87 to a point: new corner with the store lot. remaining Wayland, property; Thence a new line with store lot, the line running 0 20 west of and parallel to the eaves of the store building, S 39-19 W 232 48 to a point in the center of the road; thence with the center of road N 50-44 w 146 15 to the beginning This Lot contains 33, 702 square feet, including one half the road Tax Map H38A-1-19 The property will be conveyed by Special Warranty Deed, subject to all existing easements, restrictions and any other conditions that may affect title to the propedy The Noteholder reserves the right to bid at the said sale TERMS: CASH: A bidder's deposit of $25,000.00, cash or certified check; will be required at the time of sale with the settlement and full payment of the purchase price within (15) fifteen days from the date of the sale Additional terms will be announced at the time of sale and the successful bidder will be required to execute and deliver to the Substitute Trustee a memorandum or contract ol the sale at the conclusion of bidding This notice is an attempt to collect on a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose Loan Type Conventional NP006884 FOR INFORMATION CONTACT Between 8-11 AM Nectar Projects, Inc Substitute Trustees 751 Miller Drive, Suite G1 Leesburg VA20175 (703) 777-8619 12-6. 12-13-00 *349006 Elderly Care Family seeks individual to stay with elderly lady in exchange for room & board in the Sperryville area. For additional details 540-987-9463 Days only WOOD WORKER Immediate opening, for early aircraft construction for Wright Bro's Centennial. Salary based on experience. Company benefits. 540-347-1909 • ELECTRICIANS • RESIDENTIAL MECHANICS • EXPERIENCED HELPERS Weekly pay & job security. Our work is strictly in Virginia. Sundance Electric Contractors, Inc. (540) 349-8200 ext 11 Legal Notices NOTICE OF SALE Pursuant to a decree ot the Circuit Court of Rappahannock County, Virginia, made and entered on the 2nd day ot November, 2000, in the partition suit brought by Milton L Grant, et al against Iva A. Fletcher, et al. Chancery Number 00-06, I will, on December 8, 2000. at the front door of the Court House in Washington, Virginia, at 2:00 o'clock p.m. on that day, otter for sale to the highest bidder, the real estate described as follows: All that certain tract or parcel ot land (Tax Map parcel 29-10). together with any buildings and improvements thereon and privileges and appurtenances therewith connected, situate, lying and being in Hampton Magisterial District, Rappahannock County, Virginia, the property being located on the east side of U S Highway Route 211 -Business and containing 113 acres, more or less This is a portion of the same and identical land conveyed to John Walker by deed from James L. Oden and Sarah Elizabeth Oden, his wife, dated January 2, 1904 and recorded in Deed Book W. page 256, said land being more particularly described by survey set forth in a deed dated October 31, 1877 and recorded in Deed Book O at Paae 354 LESS AND EXCEPT THEREFROM, however, the following described tracts or parcels of land previously conveyed from the original tract containing 4 acres, which tracts are more particularly described as follows: One that certain tract or parcel of land, being the eastern portion of the aforesaid lot and containing 2 acres, more or less, which tract was conveyed to Cora Hunter by deed from John Walker and Alice Walker, his wife, dated July 11, 1904 and recorded in Deed Book W. page 336. Two that cedam tract or parcel of land containing 0 16 acre as more particularly described according to a survey set fodh in a deed dated August 17, 1929, which tract was conveyed to the Commonwealth of Virginia by deed from John Walker and Alice Walker, his wife, and recorded in Deed Book 35, page 316. Three- that certain tract or parcel of land containing o 85 acre as more particularly described according to a survey set forth in a deed dated January 14. 1969 which tract was conveyed to the Cojmmonwealth ot Virginia by deed from the heirs at law of John Walker and Alice Walker, and recorded in Deed Book 96, page 375 Subject to a right of way fifteen (15) feet in width more particularly described by deed from John Walker, et ux to Cora Hunter dated July 11, 1904 and recorded amongst the aforesaid land records in Deed Book W at page 336 Said real estate is more particularly described by the records contained in the files of the above styled Chancery suit Terms of sale: A bidder s deposit of $5.000 00, said deposit being due and payable on the date of sale in cash or equivalent funds with the balance of said purchase price being due and payable in full thirty (30) days from the date of sale THE SALE IS SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF AND COFIRMATION BY THE CIRCUIT COURT OF RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY, VIRGINIA Settlement and compliance with the terms of sale to be had and complied with within thirty (30) days of the date of sale In the event of default by the purchaser, the Court reserves the right to declare a forfeiture of the deposit, keep the deposit, and re-advertise and re-sell the property at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser The Special Commissioner makes no representations as to the physical characteristics or condition of the property or any improvements located on the property Prospective bidders are encouraged to inspect the property prior to the date of sale The property is to be sold subject to all covenants, restrictions and easements of record DOUGLAS K BAUMGARDNER Special Commissioner For more information contact: DOUGLAS K BAUMGARDNER Special Commissioner Post Office Box 270 Washington, Virginia 22747 (540) 675-3617 BILL PAYNE VA A R 914 Post Office Box 178 Amissville. Virginia 20106 11-15, 11-22. 31 29. 12-6-00 #346774

DEVELOPER ChildbirthSolutions. located in Marshall, VA. has an opening for a Weh Developer. Candidates must have knowledge of HTML, PHP/ASPor equivalent server-side scripting language. JavaScript and MySQL preferred. Experience in original image creation and preparation for the web required. Please call 540-364-9023 for consideration. MEDICAL TRANSCRPHOMST Busy orthopedic office seeks experienced medical trgnscriptionist. Position is FT (M-F 8:305:00). Responsibilities include various clerical duties. Mail or fax resume to: Blue Ridge Orthopaedic Associates 550 Hospital Drive Warrenton, VA 20186 Attn: HR Dept. Fax. 540-347-0342 Make a difference, scheduled volunteers and .weekend , employees needed fora non-euthanasina county shelter located in Amissville. Will train. A fcve for does a must. 18 vcs. or older onto need apply. 540-937-3283 FT PERSON FOR small TB farm near Warrenton. All barn duties, ex. w/ yearlings & sales prep a plus. Small cottage on farm Ref. req. 540-364-2387. Exp. P/T merchandisers needed for wkly service & reset project in local retail stores. Must have own reliable transp. Leave your name, city, phone number w/area code & brief history of experience at call 1-800-2133040, ext. 610. OWN A COMPUTER? Then put it to work! $25-$75/hr PT/FT Free book 888-528-6532 www.vouworkhome.com RECEPTIONIST/ OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR Non-profit association in Reston seeks hard working, detail-oriented person for entrylevel member and office support. Superior computer and people skills required in an atmosphere of independence, commitment and cooperation. Fax resume to 703-2647778 or e-mail to luibrj1 Lmib jH. TAX & ELECTRONIC FILING EXPERIENCE gives you the opportunity to advance in fast growing regional tax firm expanding in this area. We are NO I a national tax franchise. Our company is a family owned and operated business that puts people first! If you’ve managed or worked in one of those national “nonpersonal" chains, it's time you FAXed your resume to: 804.984.1590 for a confidential interview. f —--\ Legal Notices .... ) VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF RAPPANNOCK COUNTY JESSICA LYNN GREENE, COMPLAINANT V. CHANCERY #: CH00-61 LARRY JOE BROWN, II, LAST KNOWN ADDRESS: 3795 27TH AVENUE , SW NAPLES, FLORIDA 34101 DEFENDANT ORDER OF PUBLICATION THE OBJECT of this suit is to obtain a divorce from the bond of matrimony from the Defendant on the ground of separation lor more than one (1) year It appearing from an Affidavit that diligence has been used by or on behalf of Complaint to ascertain in what county or city Larry Joe Brown, II is, without effect, it is ordered that the Defendant appear before this Court within twenty-one (21) days after due publication of this Notice, and do what is necessary to protect his interest herein. An Extract-Teste: Franklin B. Reynolds, Jr. Franklin B Reynolds, Jr,, P C. P.O. Box #355 Washington, Virginia 22747 (540) 675-3239 JDBruce Clerk of The Circuit Court A Copy Teste: M. Ralph Dep. Clerk 12-6,12-13,12-20,12-27-00 #349277 Full Tim* Employment 545 FuitTIm* Employment INTERIOR DECORATOR MANAGER ft SALES POSITIONS We are looking for someone with a strong decorating flare, plenty of energy & great people skills. We offer a positive working environment. Benefits include 401K, Health ins. & vacation. Please call, Nicole Balding G Street Fabrics Centreville, VA 703-818-8090 NOW HIRING • Head Bartender • Waitstaff • Bartender • Dishwasher Please call Nicholle Kne RAPPAHANNOCK WATERSHED COORDINATOR Temporary Full-time or Part-time Employment 30-40 hours/week Minimum B S. degree in environmental, or related studies or demonstrate from a combination of education and experience the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the position’s duties as required. Must possess strong communication skills, both oral and written. Facilitates work group meetings, provides administrative apd technical support to Council and work groups, works closely with the Watershed Manager, local elected officials, plans annual conference, coordinates volunteer projects, develops and disseminates educational material. Grant writing experience helpful. ?alary range: 13- $14.48/hour, depending on experience. Call 540-825-8591 E-mail: sharon-roqers@va.nacdnet.org VA State application required. Resume recommended. Closing date: December IS. 2000 ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Sunnyside Farm is looking for a qualified Administrative Assistant for F/J salaried position with benefits. Internet experience and strong communication skills a must. Salary commensurate with experience. 540a6S75a2y6OUrreSUmetO: please mail to: £ P.0. Box 478 " Washington, VA 22747 EOE BUSINESS MANAGER/ BOOKKEEPING/ SALES/ OFFICE ASSISTANT Part-time leading to full-time position. Computer experience helpful. Small office in Sperryville. Looking for very dependable, creative & motivated person to be part of a small growing business. Flexible hours. Starting in January, (5-15 hours/week), leading to 25-35 hours/week by spring or summer. Call Bob Etchells @ Rappahannock Design & Building Co. 540-675-1966 Viror We Keep Virginia Moving Culpeper District: TRANSPORTATION OPERATOR II (Maintenance Team Members) Positions located in the Charlottesville Residency at the following area headquarters: #08700 & 12310 - Yancy Mills; 15627 - Free Union; 07923 & 07999 - Boyd Tavern; 13726 - Keene; 01410 - Standardsville. Positions repair & maintain roads & surrounding rights of ways. CDL, physical examination, & safety shoes required. Positions are “essential” during emergency operations. Selected candidates subject to pre-employment drug test. Hiring Range: $17,116 - $35,127 (Pay Band 2). TRANSPORTATION OPERATOR II (Specialty Crew Member) Culpeper District Office. Bridge Section #04715 — Maintain & construction bridges & other structures. Same requirements as above. Hiring Range: $17,116 - $35,127 (Pay Band 2). TRANSPORTATION OPERATOR II (Environmental Team Member) Culpeper District Office. Landscape Operations. #02741 — In addition to the above requirements, must obtain Pesticide Registered Technician License within 3 months of employment, Hazardous Materials & Tank endorsements within 6 months, and Commercial Pesticide Applicators License within 18 months. Hiring Range: $17,116 - $35,127 (Pay Band 2). INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II Culpeper District Office #09214 - (Network Administrator) - Install and trouble shoot NT Operating System configurations on local area network; manage & administer district-wide servers. Provide technical support to users. Support technician for LAN & WAN systems using NT and BackOffice products. Develop & implement plans for fully integrated systems. Hiring Range: $34,910 - $71,646 (Pay Band 5). ■> #07140 - (IT Customer Service Support Team Member/Helpdesk support). Provide timely & accurate first-level escalation user support to variety of computer users. Resolve variety of hardware & software issues. Provide Rhone & on-site support, liring Range: $34,910 - $65,540 (Pay Band 5). Selected candidates for both positions #09214 & #07140 are subject to a criminal history check. HUMAN RESOURCE PRACTIONER II (HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST). Culpeper District Office #03909 - Provide comprehensive range of Human Resources services that support approx. 700 employees in the Culpeper District. Liaison between the HR Department and designated internal customers, as well as to external customers. Support services include, but not limited to employment, classification & compensation, employee relations, training & coaching. Hiring Range: $34,910 - $59,953 (Pay Band 5). HUMAN RESOURCE TRAINER & INSTRUCTOR III (TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR SR.L Culpeper District Office #04298 - Manage & administer training functions: conduct needs assessments; develop training plans; create, develop, deliver, evaluate training programs; manage training budget; negotiate & contract with consultant trainers; manage new district initiatives & specialty programs. Supervise training staff. Hiring Range: $34,910 • $59,953 (Pay Band 5). EQUiPMENT SERVICE & REPAIR TECHNICIAN I (EQUIPMENT REPAIR TECHINCIAN SENIOR). Warrenton Residency ^ #01611 - Diagnose & repair complex mechanical malfunctions or electrical systems in automotive, construction & maintenance equipment. Must obtain VA State Inspection License within 6 months of hire. Hiring Range: $20,455 - $41,980 (Pay Band 3). NOTE: Additional positions may be filled from this applicant pool for 90 days after the closing date in the counties of Albermale, Green, and Culpeper. Selected candidates subject to DMV record review. Salary negotiable based on training and experience. Excellent benefits. State Application required (www.dhrm.state.va.us) and must be received by Human Resources, VDOT, 1601 Orange Road, Culpeper, VA 22701; Fax number (540) 829-7448 by 5 PM on December 15, 2000. List position title & number on applications. Incomplete or late applications not accepted. Consideration for interview based solely on information provided on application materials. For more detailed job information call 540-829-7302. Virginia Relay Center; TDD/PC; 1-800-828-1120 or Voice: 1-800-828-1140. WE KEEP VIRGINIA MOVING VDOT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Classified . ADS WORK! Call Your Rep TODAY! 540-347-4222 or FAX 540-349-8676 WRITER Seeking experienced writer with a flair for arts, entertainment and leisure feature stories. Weekly deadlines. Can work mostly from home. Ideal candidate will be familiar with entertainment opportunities in Fauquier County. Prefer county resident Send resume, and dips to: Robin Earl, Managing Editor Fauquier Times Democrat P.O. Box 631, Warrenton, VA 20188 or call Robin Earl 540-347-4222 (Times northern Virginia ADVERTISING SALES EXECUTIVE O If you are a results-oriented sales professional. energetic and an out-going individual; with experience in advertising sales, you may be the person we are seeking. ft ft The Fauquier Times Demcx'ral has an opportunity for you to join a results oriented, sales team. ft ft ft Competitive benefits package plus lucrative earnings potential. Please fax resume to: Kathleen Keller Advertising Sales Manager The Fauquier Times Democrat 540-349-8676 E-mail: kkeller@timcspapers.com EOE (Times || Community Newspapers NORTHERN VIRGINIA Sheetz Convenience Store Is the place to go for Good. Managers Earn s34,000s45,500 per year Assistant Managers Earn *27,000$31,000 per year Shift Supervisor Earn *9.90 per hour Salespeople Earn $8.50 Clean. Ditch the fryers and small workspaces! Sheetz food service and cashier areas have a roomy, contemporary feel. You'll be comfortable in the new, clean atmosphereinside and out! No cheesy uniforms! How do you look in black pants and a polo shirt? Think about it! The quality of our gasoline is the highest available. The ideal Sheetz employee is a good communicator who takes pride in his/her appearance and values every customer. Fun. You'll have fun knowing that you're doing well in your career. Sheetz is very generous, our pay scales, advancement opportunities and benefit plans are second to none. Our team members get what they need and that's why they stay with us! We offer: • Educational Assistance— $1500 toward college tuition • Paid vacations and personal days • Bonus Programs • Medical Insurance—doctor visits, emergency visits, and prescription drugs • Dental Care—checkups, cleaning • Life Insurance—for you and dependents • Credit Union • Employee Meal Program • 401 (k) program • Employee Assistance Program • On-site training • Overtime pay for 7 holidays Now hiring for our Chantilly, Va. location: Route SO and Poland Road • Fax Us a Resume to 540/869-7286 lag. Were growing fast State-of-the-art 2< MSP One Night Only! Give the gift that keeps on giving 52 weeks a year r Rappahannock Neius will host a holiday... Call-In Night Thursday, December 7, 2000 5:30 to 8:30 pm (540) 075-3338 Send a subscription to friends and family near and far (you can even *»et one for yourself.) pO% Savings $11.00 in county must not have been a subscriber in the last 30 days

Obituaries Anne Clatterbuck Born in county Anne Jenkins Clatterbuck, 64, of Washington died Nov. 27 i* at Fauquier Hospital in ' Warrenton. She was born Aug. 15, 1946 in Rappahannock County, a daughter of Jonas Robert Jenkins Jr. and Maryanne Atkins Jenkins of Washington. She was a clerk for 7-11. She was predeceased by her husband Douglas N. Clatterbuck. In addition to her parents, survivors include a son, Adam Gabriel Clatterbuck and his wife Karin Lynne of Bristow; four brothers, Jonas Robert Jenkins Jr. and Ellis Jack Jenkins, both of Washington, Charles Randolph Jenkins of Front Royal and Jimmy Dale Jenkins of Clifton and a sister, Betty Lou Settle of Washington and three grandchildren, Adam Ryan Clatterbuck, Brittini Anne Clatterbuck and Daniel Gerhard Clatterbuck, all of Bristow. Funeral services were conducted on Thursday, Nov. 30 at Washington Baptist Church by the Rev. Phillip W. Bailey. Burial was at Hillcrest Memory Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to the Washington Baptist Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 209, Washington, Va. 22747. Clore-English Funeral Home in Culpeper was in charge of the arrangements. f Gilbert Mills White Post resident Gilbert Cleveland Mills, 76, of White Post died Monday, Nov. 27 at Winchester Medical Center. Funeral services were conducted Thursday, Nov. 30 at the First Assembly of God in Front Royal by the Rev. David Sterling. Burial was in Panorama Memorial Gardens at Waterlick. Mr. Mills was bom July 28, 1924,. in Rappahannock County, son of the late Grover Cleveland and Della Blanch Elkins Mills. He was a member of the First Assembly of God Church. * Surviving are his wife, Joyce Ann Lucas; a son, Donald Wayne Mills of Stephens City; two daughters, Elizabeth Dawn Martin of Binghamton, N.Y. and Jacquelyn Leigh Mills of Centreville; 15 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Also surviving are five grandchildren, Tammy Nagi of Waldorf, Md., Teresa Myers of Fincastle, Tina Scully of Winchester, T. J. Oaks of Front Royal and Evelyn Moore of Dublin, Ga.; a brother, Samuel Mills of Front Royal and two sisters, Dorothy Smith and Della Mae Day, both of Front Royal. Pallbearers were Darryl Day, Dwayne Day, Steve Nagi, D.J. Mills, Ryan Nagi and Darrell Myers. Honorary pallbearers were Doug Merchant, Ralph Murphy, Glen Updike, Larry Updike and Gary Williams. Turner-Robertshaw Funeral Home in Front Royal was in charge of the arrangements. Bertie Hackley Amissville resident Bertie Dodson Hackley, 89, of Amissville died Dec. 1 at the Fauquier Hospital in Warrenton. She was born Jan. 18, 1911, a daughter of the late Ernest George Dodson and Neva Nicholson Dodson. She was a member of the Amissville Baptist Church. She was predeceased by her husband, Johnie James Hackley; three brothers and four sisters. Survivors include a son, James Theodore "Bobby” Hackley and his wife Alice of Omaha, Neb.; two daughters, Jean Burner and her husband Nelson and Doris Sealock and her husband James, all of Amissville; an adopted son, Michael Haymaker of Ghesterfield; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Also surviving are three brothers, Acrey Dodson of Viewtown, Robert Dodson and Bealeton and Milton Dodson of Grand Junction, Col. and two sisters, Mattie Hackley and Florine Smith, both of Amissville. Funeral services were conducted on Monday, Dec. 4 at Amissville Baptist Church by the Rev. John S. Farrar. Interment was in the church cemetery. Pallbearers were C.D. Baldwin, Charles Hackley, Robert Dodson Jr., Tony t«s. FOUND Family Owned & Operated Scott Found, Mgr. 540-825-3530 850 Sperryville Pike Culpeper, VA 22701 . Clory-fcngiish ■FUNERAI ho me1 | "Families Serving Families" | Unparalleled Sendee Since 1830, the Benchmark of Funeral Service ? 11190 James Monroe Highway (Rt. 29 South) Culpeper, VA - 540-825-2361 • 540-825-0395 Wayne English, General Manag Dodson, Mike Settle and David. Smith. Luther Campbell Amissville resident Luther Lee Campbell, 61, of Amissville died Sunday, Dec. 3 at Fauquier Hospital. He was born Sept. 28, 1939 in Flint Hill to the late Leonard Daniel Campbell and Frances Katherine Jenkins Campbell. He served in the United States Navy for four years. He was a Superintendent of South Wales Golf Course for 36 years. Survivors include his wife of 38 years, Dorothy Stuard Dodson Campbell; a daughter, Wanda Lee Campbell Jenkins and a grandson, Brandon Lee Jenkins, all of Amissville. Additional survivors include seven brothers-in-law, seven sisters-in-law; his mother-in-law and a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services were conducted on Wednesday, Dec. 6 at Found & Sons Chapel with Rev. Jon C. Heddleston officiating. Interment followed at Hillcrest Memory Gardens in Jeffersonton. Pallbearers were Danny Baldwin, Kenneth Baldwin, Ronnie Dodson, Keith Jenkins, Ennis Jenkins and Opie Crawford. Memorial contributions may be made to Sperryville Methodist Church, P.O. Box 304, Sperryville, Va. 22740. UnijiLxincj ORougfos by Randy Minter A POSITIVE APPROACH At least one recent study confirms a suspicion that many of us hold - that viewing life in a positive manner helps us live longer. When researchers reviewed the lives of people who were assessed to be optimists 30 years earlier, they found that they lived nearly 20 percent longer than pessimists. This research provides one more piece of evidence that there is a mind/body connection, in which a healthy outlook confers health benefits to the physical being. Those who view the glass as being half full are thus likely to attract more positiveness to themselves than those who see that glass as half empty. This, as the title of Norman Vincent Peale’s book proclaims, is' “The Power of Positive Thinking”. A positive outlook always benefits us all, because it improves our outlook on our lives as well as positively affecting the lives of those around us. At the MOSER FUNERAL HOME, 233 Broadview Avenue, Warrenton, you’ll find gracious appointments, spacious rooms, and thoughtful professionals who make you feel comfortable. You’ll find us to be experienced in the ups and downs of grief and here to lend a hand. For years, we have worked with families, helping them through difficult times. Call us at 540347-3431. We’re here to lend a hand. “The optimist proclaims we live in the best of all possible worlds, and the pessimist fears this is true. ” -James Cabell Financial Problems? Bankruptcy May Help! • Too Many Bills • Harassing Phone Calls • Collection Suits • Auto Repossession • Wage Garnishments • Home Foreclosures Announcing our new location in Culpeper., 400 South Main Street, 3rd Floor (i'pstaits from rhe Social Security Office) Earl J. Oberbauer, Jr. Attorney At Law 540-829-6900 • 1-800-434-3059 FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION Providing Affordable, Quality Legal Sendees Since 1975 m w&M* A Real j Estate i Directory 5 - j " • Real estate transactions The following real estate transactions were recorded during the past week at the Rappahannock Clerk's Office on Gay Street in Washington. Elmer S. Atkins and wife to Sunnyside Farms LLC, parcel one, 12 acres, Piedmont District. $269,900. Robert J. Clatterbuck to Samuel J. Foreback, lots 17 and 18, Mountain View Subdivision, Wakefield District. $60,000 with life estate. New Design 6c Construction H Management Rappahannock Design Wjp -mm ^COniDailVi Ltd« ■;X fig P f 4 Robert Etchells «fit Washington, Virginia? 540-675-1966 Sperryville Realty James W. Leake, Broker 540-987-8088/office Woodville - Two story brick home, lovely hardwood floors, fireplace in living room, separate dining room, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, full basement. Nice .57 acre lot with beautiful stone retaining walls. $139,000 Sperryville - Conveniently located within the village of Sperryville, two story, six room & bath home, center hall, 1.4 acre lot. $89,000 FLINT HILL - Affordable two bedroom home, eat-in kitchen, living room with wood stove, recently remodeled bath, 1 car garage, 1.12 acre lot. $89,000 James W. Leake, Broker 540-987-8236 sperryvillerlty@aol. com Bud Corder (540) 675-3291 John Eubank ^ (540)987-8146 Wl ROY WHEELER REALTY COMPANY Offering Piedmont Virginia’s Finest Real Estate For Over Half a Century. Flint Hill - Relax on the full length front porch of this delightful 100+ year old Farmhouse situated on 29 open acres. The nine room house offers well-proportioned rooms, floor to ceiling bay windows, built-in china cabinets, some wood floors under carpet, two year old furnace, plus outbuildings. Located on scenic Ben Venue Road. $349,000 Flint Hill - Business/commercial possibilities with this charming 1840s stucco Colonial featuring seven large rooms, 2.5 baths, six fireplaces, old pine floors, beautiful wood and stonework, new standing seam roof and lovely porch, plus stucco outbuilding. $219,500 Washington - Lots of privacy! Wonderfully maintained cedar home with master bedroom/bath, two additional bedrooms, living room with fireplace, some new flooring and full length front porch. The five acres could be easily cleared for horses! $164,500 Hint Hill Office 540-675-7171 Hi fit Jean Lillard 540-675-3670 <» realty <» 12699 Lee Highway • Washington, VA 22747 0 AMISSVILLE - New brick & vinyl home with fully finished walk-out basement. Gourmet kitchen with breakfast nook. Formal dining room with cathedral ceiling. Floor to ceiling stone fireplace. Beautiful hickory floors upstairs, Berber carpet throughout downstairs, 5 acres surrounded by woods, very private setting. Easy access to 211. $265,000. View this home on the internet: www.Homesdataba8e.copi/samsnead. Click on listings then click on 69 Ivy Lane. Search the MLS for other comparable listings. Call Sam @ Home 540-987-9336 • Office 540-987-9243 Toll free 1-800-292-3548 OUR CURRENT LISTINGS (But not all available properties) Two-story, cedar-sided Country Colonial with wraparound porch, on 45+ acres on the Rappahannock. $459,000 Available with less acreage. Lake-side Bungalow on double lot affording the quiet privacy for which Rappahannock is known. $123,900 Twenty acres of land in the designated commercial zone with frontage on Rte. 211 and a state side road. Can be divided and sold in smaller parcels. $25,000 per acre as a whole. Can build to suit. Rappahannock Real Estate Resources 540-675-1190 Butch Zindel Greg Clark Mary Boudreau butchz@summit.net fengshui@tidalwave.net Subscribe to the Rappahannock News. Call 675-3338. 3 DAY. SALE Fri., Sat., Sun. Dec. 8,9&10 SAVINGS £ 65% Low Rate Financing Available • No Interest For 90 Days * GRAND ♦ CONSOLE • DIGITAL • Baldwin • Knabe • Kawai * Samick • Young Chang • Yamaha • Kurzweil Special Rent To Own Program For Beginners Lease To Own For Churche List $12,850 SALE $4,995 List $4,495 SALE $2,295 ■ <3. Ps *-X -'W \ Buyer’s Choice • New & Used J* Floor Models ♦ Rental Returns mi-i . 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