Rappahannock News, August 14, 2003

2 0 c Ir W to 'JO VI 30 0(0 3>m on H (0*-1 so 2 V) I z <4 £ 0 01 Phone (540)675-3338 THURSDAY, AUGUST 14, 2003 www.timescommunity.com 50 cents to (j 125th Year... No. 33 Schools: ‘no’ to weapons By Naomi Smoot-Kimble Rappahannock News Staff Writer The Rappahannock School Board adopted a "no-nonsense" weapons' policy Tuesday which is stricter than a recent policy passed by the Virginia General Assembly. The state legislature had said that knives used for work and hunting weapons are no longer banned at schools. These items could be in possession of either a student or visitor. The board decided to place a clause in the school's handbook which states that Rappahannock's School Board would not tolerate any weapons, period, on school grounds, despite the recent alterations to state policy allowing hunting weapons stored on racks and knives used for work purposes, to be transported onto school property. The board's decision came after Chappell requested that a local policy be considered to counteract the state's more lenient stance. He proposed a See BOARD, Page A6 Personal bus service is a ‘phone call away’ By Kaye and Rick Kohler Special to the Rappahannock News , The Rappahannock Express bus system is changing on Aug. 18 to ‘on demand’ service only which means that county residents can call 9878400 and make arrangements to be picked up anywhere in the county and taken to their destination. Previously, the Rappahannock Express had offered a set bus route and schedule around the county and to the towns of Warrenton, Culpeper and Front Royal.’ The ‘on demand’ service will replace the fixed route service and schedule. Prices will See BUS, Page A6 Meetings & School Events • On Thursday, Aug. 14, the Washington Architectural Review Board (ARB) will meet at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Hall on Gay Street. • On Wednesday, Aug. 20, the Rappahannock County Planning Commission will meet at 7:30 at the county court house on Gay Street. • On Wednesday, Aug. 20 there will be a Kindergarten Orientation at 6:30 p.m. at the Rappahannock County Elementary School arid an Eighth Grade Orientation at 7 p.m. at the Rappahannock County High School. • On Thursday, Aug. 21 “Meet the Teacher” Day: Parents and students visit classrooms from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. and from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Rappahannock News P.0. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747 (540) 675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) Cheers from the new teachers Rappahannock News Photo/Naomi Smoot-Kimble Rappahannock County's new faculty arrived at school Aug. 11 to begin preparations for the coming year. The week’s activities included a bus tour of the county. They take a moment out before the tour to show their Rappahannock County public school pride and cheer on the students. New faculty this year are (from back left inside bus) Elementary School Principal David Covington, First Grade Teacher Sandy Fletcher, Spanish Teacher Patti Hartsog, Seventh Grade English Teacher Missi Magalis, Instructional Aide Michele Hurbert; (front left) Fourth Grade Social Studies and Science teacher Linda Brogol, Eighth Grade Math teacher Lindsey Burger, Seventh Grade Civics teacher Natalie Hathaway, Business teacher Ryan Bailey, Volunteer Coordinator K. Adams and Secretary Danatte Opseth. Making back-to-school a happy occasion By Anita L. Sherman Rappahannock News Staff Writer In less than two weeks, some 1,025 Rappahannock County public school students will be back in school. The first day of school is Aug. 25. That first day not only marks the end of summer but the beginning of another school year and for many parents and students, it is a stressfilled time of back-to-school shopping, anticipation over new teachers and challenging daily schedules. For many families, it’s a serious attitude and time readjustment period as late-night movie-watching and sleeping in will have to give way to early starts, quick-bite breakfasts and not only getting to school on time but being physically, emotionally, and psychologically ready to learn— a stressful challenge as parents prepare their children and themselves. Parents can ease back-to-school anxiety and make a smooth transition from summer to school by starting a routine with their child early in the year, said Dr. Richard E. Bavaria, vice president of education for Sylvan Learning Center. “While all children experience first-day jitters, parents should pay close attention to children in transition years—kindergarten, first grade and the start of middle school and high school. The first days of transition years are particularly difficult and come with new expectations and challenges,” he said. Sylvan Learning Center offers the following ideas to help children prepare for school and minimize academic stress. Get back in the routine. Ease transition from lazy summer days to the structure of the school year by reestablishing bedtime, mealtime, reading and homework routines. Set education goals. Help your child set goals at the very beginning of the year. Whether it is striving for an “A” in reading, handing in homework on time or preparing for tests well in advance, setting goals can help establish the routine for the new year. Develop relationships with teachers. Take the time to meet each See SCHOOL, Page A2 -— to Worleys sue Town By Mary Ann Kuhn Rappahannock News Staff Writer The Circuit Court of Rappahannock County has been asked to reverse a decision by the Washington Town Council which denied a Virginia couple’s request to build a new house in the town. In a lawsuit filed last Friday seeking $995,382.95 in damages, Sid and Mary Catherine Worley also asked the court to declare "invalid and unenforceable and void" the town's Historic District Ordinance thus making it not applicable to their petition to construct a single-family home on Main Street. They asked for an injunction preventing the town from enforcing the Historic District Ordinance against them and a jury trial on the damages. The Historic District Ordinance is "unreasonable, overbroad and impermissibly vague," and does not provide "reasonable, rational or objective guidelines for determining architectural compatibility," according to the suit. In papers accompanying the lawsuit, the Worleys requested the issuance of subpoenas to Architectural Review Board member Susan Babcock. Tbwn Council member Claudia Mitchell and the Inn at Little Washington seeking documents ’relating" to the lawsuit. Computers belonging to Babcock and Mitchell were also being sought "for inspection and analysis" and were to be delivered to the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Clerk, according to th< subpoena request. Babcock and Mitchell were also asked to provide documents relating to any visits to the Inn at Little Washington "as invitee, patron oi guest" since July 26, 2002, the date when the Worleys first applied for approval for construction of their house. The Inn at Little Washington was also asked to supply documents and receipts relating to any council members, ARB members or any other town official who has been "a customer, guest or patron" since July 26, 2002. The Worleys, who have retained See WORLEY, Page A5 Jackson District has highest population growth in county By Maureen Harris Special to the Rappahannock News From 1970 to 2000, the total population of Rappahannock County increased 34 percent. However, the percentage increase in the Jackson District in those decades was two to three times the county’s overall population growth. Jackson district, which encompasses Amissville, increased 38.3 percent from 1970 to 1980, compared to the county increase of only 17.2 percent. During 1980 to 1990, Jackson increased 20.4 percent versus 8.7 percent for the county, and during 1990 to 2000 Jackson district increased 18.1 percent versus 5.5 percent for the county. Wakefield district also increased more than the overall Rappahannock County average. Jackson and Wakefield border on the growing commercial areas of Culpeper County to ► Ninth in a series. At a Glance In previous stories analyzing recently released data on the 2000 U. S. Census, The Rappahannock News has reported on Rappahannock County’s education levels, population growth, employment, commuters, age groups, the decreasing number of children and the growing number of weekend homes. the southeast and Warren County to the north, which may influence the See CENSUS, Page A6 From 1970 to 2000 Population change in county’s districts Times Newspapers Graphic/Damie Malone Source: 2000 U S Census and Rappahannock County Board ot Supervtors' records The data compare the census counts at the end ot the decade tot the Board of Supervisors reapportioned population at the beginning of the decade Newsmakers Wine festival Virginia’s oldest wine festival, featuring hundreds of wines, takes place this weekend at Great Meadow. See Page B1. Mission trip County children from two Baptist churches go on a summer mission trip to Washington, D.C. See Page B2. - In memory Trapezoid will perform in memory of its longtime vocalist and violinist, Freyda Epstein, who died tragically. See Page A3. ‘Dukes of Hazzard’ Bob Smith of Sperryville barbecues chicken at Dukesfest’ which brought 10,000 fans to Cooter’s Place. See Page A4.

Nutritious school day breakfasts on the run By Karla Jones Seidita Rappahannock News Food Writer : Everyone knows that children who eat breakfast do better in school than those who leave home without food in their tummies. But a battle to get them to down oatmeal, scrambled eggs and sausage at the crack of dawn isn’t the way to start off the day, either. While June Cleaver may have taught us that a good hot breakfast is the way to go, that’s not necessarily gospel. There’s nothing wrong with a cold, light breakfast and it may well be more in tune with what’s needed today. Plus, since you’re rushing off somewhere, too, you don’t have time to cook a gourmet meal. Most mornings we eat in the car and'on the run. While we wish we didn’t have to, it’s a fact of life during our busy weekdays. A take-along breakfast for vour child is a great solution. It’s an easy way to get much-needed nutrients into growing bodies and to jump-start the school day. A single-serve box of cold cereal eaten dry, out of the box, is just as nutritious in the car as it is out of a bowl at the table. Provide a small container of milk or juice to drink rather than to pour over the cereal. It will save on spills. The key is flexibility and the goal is good nutrition without struggle. Individual snack packs of fruit, yogurt or pudding are easy to grab on your way out the door and easy to eat on the run. A few cheese cubes and a handful of carrot sticks makes an easy, nutritious breakfast, too. Granola and fruit bars are. always a favorite. But don’t stop there. There’s nothing wrong with your child’s favorite sandwich for breakfast. Ham and cheese, peanut butter, lettuce and tomato are all nutritious w ays to start the day. Even a slice of cold, leftover pizza or a quickly microwaved burrito makes a nutritious breakfast, when you think about it. A carry-along breakfast for children who ride the bus should be easy to nibble while chatting with friends in the school yard. A whole-grain muffin and an apple can’t be beat. Make those precious morning moments you share with your child joyful instead of a struggle. And while you’re at it, grab a take-along breakfast for yourself. Don’t you need a few nutrients to jump-start your morning, too? Veggie and Black Bean Breakfast Burritos This family-friendly vegetarian burrito makes a fun breakfast on the run. Makes a great lunch, too! Makes 4-6, 10-inch burritos. Skill level: very easy. Preparation time: 10 minutes. Microwave heating: 3 minutes. 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium onion, sliced (about 1/2 cup) 2 cloves roasted garlic 1/4 teaspoon chili powder 1/4 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon dried cumin 1 tablespoon water or juice from drained com 2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice (fresh or bottled) 1 sweet potato (cooked, cooled, peeled and diced, about 2 cups) or 1 (16-ounce can) yams (rinsed and diced) 1 can (15 1/2 ounces) black beans (rinsed and drained) 1 can (15 1/2 ounces) com, drained, or 2 cups fresh or frozen com, thawed and drained 1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped, about 1 cup 3/4 cup shredded cheese (Monterey Jack, Velveeta or American) or cubed firm tofu Salt to taste Cook onion and garlic in olive oil over low heat until onions are transparent, about 5 minutes. Add chili powder, paprika and cumin. Cook 1 minute more. Add water (or com juice) and lemon or lime juice. Remove from heat. Stir in Rappahannock News Photo/Naomi Smoot-Kimble BREAKFAST FOR STUDENTS: Research shows there is no better way to jump start a child's day than by beginning the morning with a healthy breakfast, enabling them to stay alert and learn more throughout the day. remaining ingredients except tortillas. Add salt to taste. Divide filling among the tortillas. Fold up all tortilla sides and fold over to enclose filling. Wrap each burrito in parchment paper or microwavable plastic wrap. Refrigerate up to three days. To serve, microwave 2-3 minutes to heat. Karla Seidita, Rappahannock News food writer, is a graduate home economist who owns and operates Karla's Great Cheesecakes. She may be reached at <540) 371-3754 or on the Web at www. CheesecakeFarms. com. Experts predict a decline in back-to-school shopping By Anita L. Sherman Rappahannock News Staff Writer Budgeting for back-to-school items catches many parents off guard, particularly those who are sending a student off to college for the first time. Spending goes well beyond a new set of pencils. It often means new clothes, shoes and sports equipment; fees; and dorm room supplies, which can include bedding, towels, computers, microwaves and refrigerators. Some experts predict a decline in school spending this Swetman’s "Unfinished Furniture __ & Gifts r-^w-— '# Our Very Own Wildlife Products %’ Bat Houses Bird Houses & Feeders «>' Amish rnBiiished Fine A(tS Signs, Yard .Art & Hooks <•' Finished Oak . f Country J Prints # Baskets W Gifts i • Graves Mountain Lodge Jellies #50 Gift Certificate Drawing Each Month! 480 James Madison Hwy., Culpeper. 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Box 59, Washington, Virginia 22747 year. “Back-to-school shopping is the most expensive time of the year for many families,” said Steve Rhode, president and cofounder of Myvesta, a nonprofit financial management organization. “It’s even more expensive than vacation spending and holiday shopping combined. People often don’t realize how much they will spend on backto-school, and they fail to plan accordingly.” Myvesta conducted a backto-school survey and found that Americans plan to spend $960 less this year on back-to-school purchases. These results continue the downward trend seen over the last three years. The average shopper plans to spend $3,184 this year, down 23 percent from $4,144 in 2002, 36.5 percent from $5,033 in 2001 and 41 percent from $5,423 in 2000. In comparison, the average American spent $2,378 on their summer vacation this year and $722 on their holiday purchases in 2002. FREE INSPECTION Protect your home. Permanently. Protect your home, family and pets against termites, fleas, ticks and other pests. PermaTrejil 540-829-0000 www.PermaTreat.com PEST AND TERMITE CONTROL r “Economic uncertainty, unemployment, and worries about terrorism and war are all playing roles in yet another decline in back-to-school shopping,” said Rhode. “People don’t want to part with their hardearned cash very easily these days, which isn’t the best news for retailers hoping for big backto-school numbers.” Myvesta’s survey, which was conducted in a random sampling of 1,000 adult Americans, based its findings on seven categories: electronics, clothing, fees, sporting activities, dorm room supplies, desk supplies and transportation. According to Rhode, back-toschool shopping, vacation spending and holiday shopping are part of the “trifecta of debt.” “Like any other major expense, good planning can go a long way in stretching your back-to-school dollars further,” Rhode said. “A simple act like buying a Sunday newspaper and checking out who has the best deals can save you big bucks. “Spreading your shopping out over a few weeks can also lower your back-to-school bills. People often spend more when they are shopping at the last minute and in a rush to get things done.” School From Page A1 teacher at the beginning of the school year. This plugs you into the best source for information about your child’s scholastic performance. Set homework routines. ST. LUKE’S 1 SCHOOL THE ST. LUKE’S EXPERIENCE “My years at St. Luke’s, preschool through ninth grade, provided me with a unique environment where I learned the skills to have a successfid high school experience, and to be prepared for college. The close bond with the teachers helped me to realize that I, too, want to be a teacher. I look forward to someday sending children of my own to St. Luke's." Carrie Miller St. Luke’s Lutheran School, 1999 Culpeper County High School, 2002 James Madison University, Class of2006 REGISTRATION NOW OPEN FOR FALL 2003 Call for a Personal Tour of Our Campus! St. Luke's Lutheran School 1200 Old Rixeyville Road Culpeper, Virginia 22701 2 Vi Years to Grade 9 Visit us at our website at www.stlukeslutheranschool.com email: dcockerill@stlukeslutheranschool.com Phone: 540-825-8890 Accredited by the Virginia Association of Independent Schools Designate a specific time for homework and help your child discover a quiet place where he can study. Make sure that this area is free from distractions, and that study tools are handy. Stay on schedule. Your child should keep a schedule of all classes, assignments and key dates, such as project deadlines and test dates. As part of that schedule, he should include specific times for studying, projects and extracurricular activities. Emphasize organization. For some students, having colorcoded binders for each subject helps them stay on track. Keeping notes organized helps students prepare for tests. A little work ahead of time can save a lot of headaches later. Encourage learning at home. Promoting learning outside of the classroom helps children perform better in school. Spend at least one hour per week reading with your child— that’s 10-15 minutes a day. Tb enhance math proficiency, try letting your child help plan the next family trip and encourage him to compute miles, cost of gas, expenses for food, hotel and entertainment. Don’t forget, other parents might have established good habits from which your own family can benefit. No matter where the ideas come from, organization and a positive attitude will go far to de-stress not only that first day back but the whole school year. Small winery wins big Sharp Rock Vineyards announces the success of its wines at the 2003 Virginia Governor’s Cup Wine Competition. The competition which took place in May represented over 300 wines from 40 different Virginia wineries. Sharp Rock, which entered six wines in the competition, won medals for all of them. Among Sharp Rock’s winners are the perennial winner 2001 Chardonnay Reserve, the 2001 Cabennet Franc (eight medals in 2002) and for the first time the new semi-dry white, Chamois Blanc. Sharp Rock Vineyards / is located along the Hughes River at the foot of Old Rag Mountain off Route 231.

Page County Civil War history is topic of Round Table By Rob Sherwood Special to the Rappahannock News More than any other man. Civil War historian Robert H. Moore II has made it his life’s work to detail every bit of army and civilian Civil War history that has occurred in Page County. He will be presenting a fascinating overview of his research, as well as unveiling his recent book, “Avenue of Armies: Civil War Sites and Stories of Luray and Page County, Virginia,” at a meeting of the Blue Ridge Civil War Round Table Tuesday, Aug. 19 at the Rappahannock County Library from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Everyone who wishes to learn more about the rich heritage of Civil War history that is literally at our doorstep here in the Piedmont is welcomed to attend. Blue and Gray armies passed through Page County on their way to and from at least seven major battles—McDowell, Front Royal, Port Republic, Cedar Mountain, Bristoe Station, Fisher's Hill and Gettysburg—making it one of the most traversed counties of the Civil War. What accounts for this? As you wind your way down from Thornton Gap and emerge into Page County, what do you see that dominates Luray and the surrounding countryside? Yes, the Massanutten Mountain Range. The veil provided by this crucial piece of geography made this region a favorite marching route for armies of both sides hoping to escape detection. Robert Moore has written seven books about 29 Virginia artillery batteries for the Virginia Regimental History Series, as well as articles for magazines such as Civil War Times Illustrated, Blue and Gray Magazine and America’s Civil War. For the past five years, Moore has also maintained the “Heritage and Heraldry” column featuring the history and genealogy of Page County every other week in the Page News & Courier. Moore also serves on the history committee for Virginia Civil War Trails and the education and interpretation Committee of the Shenandoah Valley Battlefields Foundation. Moore will also share his experiences about putting up Civil War historical markers, an activity about which he is passionate. A goal of the Blue Ridge Civil War Round Table is to put up , these markers in Rappahannock County as well as adjoining counties. Since 1997, Moore has played a role in securing funding and writing the text for eight of the nine Virginia Civil War Trails sites and one Virginia Department of Historic Resources marker in Page County. He has been involved in marking no less than 13 sites to date with Virginia Civil War Trails markers and Virginia Department of Historic Resources markers. Moore has also served as chairman for the Page County Civil War Commission. He is presently the Commander of the 4th Brigade, Virginia Division, Sons of Confederate Veterans and is the Commander of the Summers-Koontz Camp #490, Sons of Confederate Veterans in Luray, tracing his lineage to at least six direct Confederate ancestors that served in artillery, cavalry and infantry units from Page County. Recently he has published the definitive guidebook for the Civil War in Page County, “Avenues of Armies,” copies of which will be on sale at his presentation., The book includes over 300 miles of self-guided driving tours to over 94 stops at 70 different historic buildings and sites. Tburs follow the routes that led to major battles as well as those which followed in the immediate wake of battles such as Gettysburg and Fisher’s Hill. However, all the tours intermesh with various stories of Remembering Freyda Epstein and her music By Paul Reisler Special to the Rappahannock News Freyda Epstein, 46, died the early morning of May 16 in a tragic automobile accident near Madison, Va. A beloved singer, fiddle player, and teacher, she was widely known throughout the country for her work in the Trapezoid band of Rappahannock County. Freyda was on her way to a music weekend in Charlottesville when a car drove across the wide grassy median and head on into her car. We were to rehearse a few days later. Freyda had a gift. Her gift was song and she shared it with audiences throughout the world as a performer and as a teacher. She built community from song. She could take a crowd of people and turn them into a choir before your eyes. She had a keen sense for the story behind a song and she could bring it out with the subtle nuance of a Renoir or belt it out with bold authority of Bessie Smith. Always, it was effortless for the songs came from a place down deep inside and all she had to do was let them out. In Appreciation Freyda grew up in the Boston area and performed with several groups there until she moved to West Virginia in 1980 to join Trapezoid. Her harmonies with Lorraine Duisit were magically intertwined— each knowing what the other was about to do before they themselves knew. The kind of harmony singing that only happens between sisters. Together the created a unique and emotional sound that made Trapezoid one of the most popular acoustic groups in the country. During her time with the band, they performed in over 1,000 concerts and recorded three albums together as well as a dozen more with other artists such as John McCutcheon and Holly Near. When the band moved to the Virginia area in 1985, Freyda settled in Charlottesville. She quickly found a home in the thriving acoustic music scene in Charlottesville. In between Trapezoid tours, she became a certified teacher of the Alexander Technique which she incorporated into her vocal teaching. That, combined with her own innate musicality, changed many lives and voices. In the early 90s she started her own band, Freyda and Acoustic Attitude that recorded one album for the Red House label. In the mid 90s, she moved to Philadelphia and then a few years later to the San Francisco area where she continued to teach and conduct workshops at festivals throughout the country. Always inspired by the community of song, she began directing choirs and traveling to Cuba and South Africa to study the choral traditions of those countries. This past Christmas, after almost 15 years apart, she got back together with Trapezoid band mates, Paul Reisler and Lorraine Duisit for a reunion tour with John McCutcheon. The magic was still there and so they decided to begin touring together again and had a number of concerts scheduled for the upcoming season. Freyda will be remembered for many things—her voice, Trapezoid to perform in memory of Freyda Epstein Trapezoid will perform a series of special reunion concerts for the Bluemont Concert Series August 22-24 in memory of its long-time vocalist and violinist, Freyda Epstein, who was killed in an automobile accident in May. Epstein played with Trapezoid from 1980-88 and rejoined her old band mates, Paul Reisler and Lorraine Duisit last year. The concerts will be held on the courthouse lawn on Friday, Aug. 22 at 7:30 p.m. in Winchester; Saturday, Aug. 23 in Warrenton at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 24 at 7 p.m. in Leesburg. They will feature Reisler and Duisit, who will be joined by harmonica and piano virtuoso Howard Levy and vocalist Anna Wolfe. The Washington Post has called Trapezoid “the finest folk group in America.” Reisler, co-founder and leader of Trapezoid since 1975, is a songwriter, composer, multiinstrumentalist and songwriting teacher. The Washington Post wrote of Lorraine Duisit (vocals, mandola, harp, mandolin) that she is “an enchanting singer and writer of songs that sneak up out of Photo courtesy/John Bechtold Trapezoid band members Paul Reisler, with Anna Wolfe and Lorraine Duisit, right, will perform three concerts in memory of former band member, Freyda Epstein. Not pictured is Howard Levy. old traditions and surprise you with new twists.” Howard Levy is, without question, the greatest harmonica player of all time. A founding member of the Grammy winning Flecktones, he has appeared on hundreds of CDs, won a Grammy and a Joseph Jefferson Award for Best Original Music for a Play, and performed many times on American and European television. m 'll n. Anna Wolfe’s performances range from sweet to sweaty, from folk to jazz to rock and roll. A quirky and extremely creative singer, she has been compared to such diva greats as Janis Joplin and Joni Mitchell. 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Page County civilians as they observed the ever-moving line of Blue and Gray soldiers passing through. There is also a chapter that discusses the Civil War reunions, monuments and remembrances in Luray and Page County. However, the book isn’t just about the history of a county in a war that is indelibly etched in American memory. Moore hopes Photo courtesy/Irene Young Vocalist and violinist Freyda Epstein her fiddle playing, her sharp sardonic sense of humor, her teaching and her many friendships. And most of all, she will be remembered for the vibrant community she created wherever she went. That was her gift and song was her medium and art. that the book, through interpretation of so many sites, leads to historic preservation efforts to protect these historically rich buildings and sites. Tb help fulfil] this dream, a significant percentage of the profits from the book will go back to the local non-profit Summers-Koontz Camp, Sons of Confederate Veterans. The camp has been very active in preservation work in the county since its reorganization in late 1999. Civil War historical site preservation is a large goal of the Blue Ridge Civil War Round Table as well. In addition to putting up historical markers in Rappahannock County and adjoining counties, the group has discussed preservation efforts at such sites as the Spindle House on 211 in Amissville (just past the trailer park) which served as General George A. Custer’s headquar ters for two weeks in the aftermath of Gettysburg. It also is looking into getting signs put up along Ben Venue Road (6301 and Richmond Road 17291 that would memorialize Custer's nearly suicidal assault on A.P Hill's retreating corps on July 24, 1863. After splitting his forces two times in the face of an overwhelming force, Custer was outflanked by the 4th and 15th Alabama Regiments under General Henry L. Benning. Custer, with four cannons in tow, was lucky to be able to cut his way through thick trees to a back road that served as his escape route. The Round Table would like to see this important local battle become more widely known. Everyone is welcomed to attend meetings of The Round Table and, if interested, to join. Meetings are free. Sunnyside Farm Market 337 Gay St. Washington, VA 22747 540-675-1074 Open seven days a week from 10:30am-6:00pm, Friday till 8:00pm ♦ Sunnyside Produce Stand Opens In Sperryville Now you can shop for Sunnyside fresh, organic produce in Sperryville. The stand is located at the corner of Highway 211 and Highway 522. Hours of operation are Thursday through Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. New, meatier ribs Friday rib night will now be featuring meatier Angus ribs. $10.00 per rack and side dishes will be available. Ribs may be picked up after 4:00 and Farm Fresh Organic Produce Daily The bounty of organic produce from the farm is coming in daily, including a variety of heirloom tomatoes, herbs, Yukon and Red Gold potatoes. Red Haveh peaches, raspberries and much more. remember the stor.e is open until 8:00 pm on Fridays.See you soon! Browntown “Gooney Manor - circa 1870” A beauty she is, inside and out. This home offers the most spectacular views of the Shenandoah National Park and the hills leading to it. Gooney Manor Creek just outside your front door a joy to listen to and a pleasure to watch. Another great feature is the charming guest house with stone fireplace. The flower gardens are super and an inground pool to enjoy this summer. $575,000 Bethel Need a place to spread out You found it here with this home on almost 13 acres. Not far fiom 1-66 or 1-81 in Warren County. VA. 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-—mappafjannotb J2etosEstablished 1877 An Independent Newspaper Published Every Thursday ARTHUR W. ARUNDEL, PUBLISHER Mary Ann Kuhn, Editor 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: 249 Main Street, Washington, Va.. Mailing address: P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747-0059 Telephone (540) 675-3338 Fax: (540) 675-3088 e-mail: makuhn@timespapers.com Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 pm.. Monday-Friday Member, Audit Bureau of Circulations www.TimesCommunity.com THURSDAY, AUGUST 14, 2003 Our View Historic principles What the Town of Washington is going through in its debate—which has evolved into a lawsuit— over the town's Historic District Ordinance versus property rights has been happening throughout the country ever since the first historic district in the United States was established in Charleston, South Carolina in 1931. It's been debated in places like Old Town, Alexandria, and it currently is an issue in The Plains, Va., where the Town Council there will decide next week whether to substantially expand the town's historic district by 60 properties. Some residents there feel the historic district unfairly limits property rights. The issue of property rights was raised in a lawsuit filed against the Town of Washington last Friday by Sid and Mary Catherine Worley who have been trying for over a year to build a house on Main Street. They were turned down by the Architectural Review Board (ARB) and the Town Council over the composite materials that would be used in construction. Bottom line was the house would be "architecturally incompatible" with surrounding properties in the historic district. As buildings age, they frequently take on historic significance. Does historic significance outweigh historic principles of individual liberty and private property rights? We'd like to share our thoughts on this question by quoting former U. S. President William Howard Taft who also was Chief Justice of the U. S. Supreme Court. In 1913, he said: . .next to the right of liberty, the right of property is the most important individual right guaranteed by the Constitution and the one which, united with that of personal liberty, has contributed more to the growth of civi* lization than any other institution established by the hiiman race. "If it is to be eliminated from the rights secured to the individual, then we shall see disappear from our community the mainspring of action that has led men to labor, to save, to invent, to devise plans for making two blades of grass grow where one grew before, to increase the production of all human comforts and to reduce their costs ... Letters to the Editor Letters must be exclusive to the Rappahannock News, must be signed and include the writer’s telephone number and home address which can be verified (not for publication). For the best chance of publication, letters should be 250 words or less. Longer letters from those with special experience on a current issue may be published as a guest column (with your photo). While unable to acknowledge letters, we appreciate your views towards the newspaper’s Editorial values. Letters should be addressed to Letters to the Editor, Rappahannock News, P.O. Box 59, Washington, Va. 22747 and submitted via U.S. Mail, Fax (675-3088) or by e-mail (makuhn@timespapers.com). Rappahannock Today Rappahannock News photo/Richard Lykes Ben Jones, former congressman, TV star, and Rappahannock businessman signs autographs on fans he calls “Cooter's Garage Air Conditioners” for hundreds of his admirers. Some 10,000 gathered this past weekend at “Cooter’s Place” in Sperryville for an annual two-day celebration of the 25th Anniversary of the “Dukes of Hazzard,” the legendary television show that began its long-time hit run in the late 1970s. Letters Cooter’s Place thanks everyone for supporting ‘Dukesfest’ On behalf of all of us at Cooter’s Place, we wish to thank our friends in Rappahannock County for all the help and support we got from this extraordinary community during our “Dukesfest” gathering last weekend. Our heartfelt appreciation goes out to everyone who pitched in: Sperryville Volunteer Fire Department, Washington Rescue Squad, Rev. Jon Heddleston of Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church, ‘Getting issue of drug abuse out in the open’ Thank you for covering the issue of drug abuse in Rappahannock County. While the words “Out of Control” you attributed to me were, in fact, first uttered by a member of the audience, they have served a purpose—getting the issue of drug abuse out in the open. At this meeting of residents, several parents spoke openly of their concerns. One father mentioned that his school-age daughter claimed that anyone can get drugs and all the kids know where. As I stated at the meeting, getting the top circles of the drug distributors is the key. That can only be done by having a good, consistent relationship with the State Police, the school administrators, and the citizens of Rappahannock County— THAT IS MY PLEDGE. Please continue to cover the important issues of our county. Steve Butler for Sheriff Boston Sperryville Comer Store, Hearthstone School, Eric Kvames and the Glassworks Gallery, Bob and Linda Smith, Henry and Meredith Gorfein, Mountainside Market and Rappahannock County SherifFs Department. Many thousands of visitors came to our county for the event. They came from as far away as Holland, Ireland, and Australia. And they came from practically every state in the union. The consistent theme of the comments I heard was, “This is the most beautiful area I’ve ever seen,” and “The people around here are just wonderful!” I know that our festival created inconveniences for some folks. As Robert Bums said, “The best laid plans of mice and men aft gang awry.” Overall things went smoothly, but I want to apologize to any of our neighbors for any problems. We deeply appreciate your patience and forbearance. “Dukesfest” brought some needed tourist spending to our county, showed off our region’s talents and charms, and above all brought a lot of joy to a lot of people. It could not have been done without the help of our friends and neighbors along Highway 211. You’re the best. Ben and Alma Jones Cooter’s Place Sperryville Reader wants local paper ‘that respects the community’ I am beginning to resent the part that the Rappahannock News is playing in stirring up fear and confusion when it should be reporting on our community’s issues as if it cared about them. We are a small enough community for me to have that expectation. I feel that the news is being handled in a way to sell papers. I am naive to think that money isn’t behind everything these days. Issues that are at the heart of our community—growth, safety, education—are presented in an “us versus them” manner that is detrimental to our health as a community. We are them. Read your paper with a grain of salt and talk to your neighbors. What exactly are we talking about here, drugs in the Rappahannock schools, or kids who do drugs who attend the Rappahannock schools, or kids who know kids who do or sell drugs? I refer to the article “Drugs: ‘out of control’” in the Aug. 7 edition. How can Mr. Butler reasonably try to blame this on our sheriff's office? If I were to walk into the school and see the obvious effects of an “out of control” drug problem on the population, I would say that not only the sheriff’s office had a problem and include the teachers and the administration who know the students on a daily basis, as well as the parents themselves. If it were not an election year I don’t think we would have read such an article. Rappahannock News’ readers have read articles in the past from Jerry Och’s pen, and these were well-meaning and sincere efforts to acknowledge the fact of drug and anti-drug (alcohol) use. The problem ■referred to in the “out of control” article was trumped up by Mr. Butler in his effort to fix something that does not need fixing: our sheriff’s department. The generalizations that he suggests to face this “problem” have a certain ring to them, like rooting out the axis of all evil. The strength of the newspaper headline made the reader feel that these statements were facts. The reviewer included the drug quote to send shivers up any mother’s or father’s spine— how sad that a nine year old should know so much, especially out here in Rappahannock. But this kind of information, though sketchy, is learned through conversations, and this only leads me to believe that drugs are a big topic of conversation. That they are a big problem, an “out of control” problem, is not the case. I feel certain that we have our sheriff, Larry Sherertz and Capt. Jeff Brown of the DARE program as well as parents and the school, to thank for much of that. We are a community first and foremost. We are not char acters in a book of fiction. The truth is always stranger than fiction, have you heard? Often the truth remains behind closed doors, or in our neighbor’s heart. I need a local newspaper that respects the community of Rappahannock and does not lose sight of the truth when reporting the complexities of our county and the challenges we face in the coming years. Larry Sherertz can be trusted to work for the safety of our community. That is his job. No v one pays him to do otherwise. The stand he took against the commercial use of Schoolhouse Road was made for the safety of the children of this county. He was not alone in that opposition. His actions remind me of the lessons Alan Zuschlag learned from the late Dr. Werner Krebser. I respectfully quote. . . “have the courage of your own convictions. If you believe in something strongly, if you are convinced that something is the right thing to do, follow that path. Do not be dissuaded by the unpopularity of your views, or the potential for making enemies. Life is not a popularity contest, it is a struggle to be true to certain moral precepts—to do good.” I will vote in November for a sheriff who does the same. I am sure that person is our current sheriff, Larry Sherertz. Barbara Sherwood Washington Down Memory Lane From Back Issues of the Rappahannock News 53 YEARS AGO August 17,1950 The Inaugural Committee of Washington with L. V. Merrill, chairman, is putting the final touches on the installation ceremony for the AllLady Council and Lady-Mayor who take over the town government on Sept. 1. The ladies will be escorted into office in a style befitting the interests of the community. High executives of Ford Motor Company are supporting the occasion with their presence and as many new Fords, Mercuiys and Lincolns as may be necessary to furnish transportation for the parade. Several Rappahannock citizens were on hand Saturday to join with about 3,000 others as guests of Senator Byrd at his annual picnic at “Rosemont” near Berryville. Among the group present from Rappahannock were James W. Fletcher, Clifford Miller, C. E. Johnson, Jr, Lucio Kilby, Charles Wood Keyser, Wade H. Massie, Joe D. Keyser, J. E. Keyser, Jr, L. J. Turner, Mrs. Will Keyser, Mrs. H. M. Keyser, Mrs. J. E. Keyser, Hubert Foster, G. W. Smith, J. Rodes Brown and Mr. and Mrs. James EL Yates. Rappahannock News is trying to compile a list of the homes in the county by name. Each old estate and most of the new ones have their own identifying names, and the paper would like a complete and correctly spelled list. Please call Washington 2851 and give the name of your farm. 25 YEARS AGO ' August 17,1978 A new flag was hauled up in front of the courthouse last week by Clerk Diane Bruce and deputy clerk Eva Smith with a little help from Jack Miller.. The flag was given to the county by Congressman J. Kenneth Robinson who arranged for it to be flown over the Capitol on June 17, 1977. The new Rappahannock Mental Health Clinic has opened its doors at offices in the renovated Clopton House next door to Trinity Episcopal Church in Washington and office manager Becky Burke is handling operations there from a card table until furniture is delivered. In announcing on July 3 that Park authorities had abandoned plans to exchange 405 acres of Shenandoah National Park land for private property in Greene County, Superintendent Robert Jacobsen emphasized that the action was taken in response to citizen opposition—not because the trade was illegal under federal or Virginia law. John Harrison Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. John Harrison of Flint Hill holds an 18-inch lima pole bean that he grew in the family garden. Mrs. Harrison reported that most of their lima plants produced the same over-sized bean. 10 YEARS AGO August 18,1993 Richard and Joyce Abell of Woodville have joined Jim and Sally Mello of Rixeyville in nomi nating the Hazel River for inclusion in Virginia’s list of “exceptional waters,” Tier III. Tb be considered for Tier III status a stream must have “an exceptional environmental setting” and either “exceptional aquatic communities” or “exceptional recreational opportunities.” Mr. Abell said they intended to nominate the river for its entire length from the Shenandoah National Park to where it joins the Rappahannock in Culpeper County. The Washington Town Council last week scheduled a public hearing on the proposed zoning ordinance and plans to meet next month in the town hall, the former county library. Mrs. Susan Parrish presided over the meeting in the absence of Mayor Dean Morehouse. Real Estate III announces the appointment of Lynn Stone to the position of supervising broker in its Washington, Va., office. Stone, along with colleague Mitzie Young, hopes to become an active participant in the Rappahannock community and is eager to put her experience to work listing and selling real estate here. COMPILED BY MARY ANN KUHN

Virginia has ‘a higher standard’ than California to get on a ballot It is so ridiculously easy to get on the California ballot that there will be dozens of candidates for governor in the famous recall election featuring Governor Gray Davis. In Virginia, there is a higher standard and should be. Any serious candidates for statewide office should have enough people willing to sign petitions on their behalf so that we don’t end up with the kind of monstrous ballot that will face California voters in October. California is often the pacesetter in national trends, but Virginia remains one of the most traditional minded states in the union, although, perhaps, not so traditional as in former times. And I think that’s great. We have had a budget crisis in Virginia but it has been well managed by Governor Mark Warner and the Virginia General Assembly and when the economy recovers, the state should be restored to fiscal health. Our constitution requires a balanced budget. By contrast, California’s fis Old Dominion Poutics John Goolrick cal plight is so bad because of poor governance and reckless spending. And if Davis is voted out, his successor is going to be in the near impossible situation of trying to remedy all the damage that has been done. I am not arguing about the process of recall of public officials since a number of states allow such procedures, but there has never been any recall effort as dramatic as the one taking place in California. In Virginia a governor or other elected officials, except those in federal positions, can be impeached and tried by the General Assembly. At the local effort recall of elected officials is possible, but the process becomes a judicial one. A few years ago there was a recall effort against the entire City Council of my hometown of Fredericksburg. After a court hearing, a judge dismissed the case. But the reed issue is the California law dating back to 1911 that allows candidates in a recall election to have their names put on ballots by getting only 65 signatures from registered voters and paying $3,500. This tends to make a mockery of the complicated recall process with an election pending that will first determine if voters want to recall Davis and, if so, who should replace him as governor. A 99-cent store chain in the state offered to pay the filing fee and collect signatures for any 99-year-old person who would agree to run for governor. In the race already are a publisher of pornographic magazines, a pom star, a well known movie actor and many, many more. I went to the web sites of just a few of the candidates whose names will be listed on the ballot, including an artist named Trek Thunder Kelly, who says that while we kill many foreigners every year without justification, we do not use capital punishment often enough in our country against those who deserve it. Conservative writer Ann Coulter has suggested with tongue in cheek that, perhaps, we should try to give California back to the Mexicans. Others have proposed that California be broken up in three or more separate states to make governance closer to the people. Under the long rule of Harry Byrd Sr., Virginia was the most fiscally frugal state in America. Byrd hated the idea of borrowing of any kind and resisted all efforts calling for bond issues to improve vital areas such as roads and education. After the death of the senior Byrd and the collapse of his political machine, the state did start borrowing for a number of capital outlay projects but did so very prudently and has managed to maintain a high bond rating. California, by contrast, Worley From Page A1 attorney David L. Konick, former zoning administrator for the town and Rappahannock County in the early 1980s, are appealing a decision by the Tbwn Council on July 9 which they feel "was plainly wrong and an illegal abuse of discretion." That decision upheld an earlier one by the town's Architectural Review Board (ARB) denying the Worley’s a certificate of architectural appropriateness under the town's Historic District Ordinance. > The ARB refused to allow the home's construction because it was architecturally incompatible'' with other properties in the town. The ARB took issue with the composite materials being used in construction. The ARB decision and the Town Council decision were "based primarily, if not entirely, on the construction materials proposed to be used. . .not the architecture, design or external appearance of the proposed building," according to the lawsuit Nothing in the Virginia Code authorizes a ban on the use of composite materials, the town's Historic District Ordinance does not prohibit them and such a ban would be unlawful, the Worleys said in their appeal. The Worleys further contended that "nothing in the evidence presented to the ARB or Tbwn Council showed that construction of the proposed dwelling. . .would destroy or encroach upon, or be architecturally incompatible with, any lawfully designated or registered historic landmark, building or structure" in the town. In their lawsuit, the Worleys said that the Tbwn Council decision was "a capricious, irrational and biased exercise of regulatory fiat and excess, based on the whimsical tastes and incompetent personal opinions of individual members of the Tbwn Council all of whom are lay persons and none of whom have any professional training or experience as historians, architects or municipal planners." Asked to comment on the lawsuit, Town Mayor Gene Leggett said," The council members were neither 'arbitrary or capricious' but presented their conclusions with care, after much thought." Leggett, who was the lone council vote in favor of the Worley proposal, said, "I am proud of the Tbwn Council members. They spent the 60 days reviewing documents, talking to experts, listening to townspeople and most time- consuming, visiting multiple sites to see the materials in actual use. "I hope the courts will not find grounds to intervene in our local government process." Tbwn attorney John Bennett could not be reached for comment. The lawsuit delved into an analysis of the legislative history of the Virginia Code and said that the designation of the Washington Historic District as an "historic landmark" in 1975 by the Virginia Historic Landmarks Commission was "invalid and void” because no individual historic landmarks had been registered within the district at that time. The Worleys claim that the town failed to comply with the state enabling legislation on historic districts when the ordinance was adopted by not designating any specific buildings or architectural styles that were "of notable historical or architectural significance." According to the appeal, designating the boundaries of the historic district as the entire town without specific reference to architecturally significant buildings was inadequate and the district boundaries were not properly drawn. The town council's decision "unlawfully violated" the Worleys' constitutional right to "equal protection of the law" by denying them the right to use composite, synthetic or other modem materials "that lawfully exist or already had been approved by the ARB for use by a number of previous applicants," the lawsuit said. The Worleys also contend that the decision denying them the right to build represented an "unconstitutional" taking of property rights without compensation. Included in the appeal are allegations that two executive sessions held by the ARB in March "were unlawful" and in violation of the Virginia Freedom of Information Act. The lawsuit also said the Tbwn Council failed to state its findings of fact before rendering its decision thus "manipulating the process" and forcing the Worleys to file an appeal within 30 days "without knowing what the official findings of fact" were. The Worleys had no further comment on the lawsuit and directed inquiries to their attorney Konick. 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Census From Page Al populations of these districts. Hampton, Piedmont, and Stonewall-Hawthome districts generally had growth rates during 1970 to 2000 that were lower than the growth rates of the county as a whole. Most notably, each district and the county as a whole had lower growth rates from 19701980 than in 1980-1990 and still lower growth rates from 19902000. According to Virginia and federal law, there must be approximately equal populations in each of the five county districts. A variation of five percent among the districts is allowed, under these laws. This requirement is based on the fact that the five districts are voting districts and must meet the oneperson one-vote philosophy. Rappahannock County Administrator John McCarthy indicated that the county Board of Supervisors must approve a “reapportionment” of the population after each decennial census to meet the requirements of the law. “The county has an the incentive to maintain community cohesiveness in defining new district boundaries in this process. The statutory language also encourages use of roads or natural features to make the new boundaries of the districts,” he said. McCarthy said that the county takes advantage of a computer mapping system based on the 2000 census developed by the Virginia State Supreme Court and the Planning District Commission which serves five local counties. He noted that Rappahannock County requested two plans for redistricting using this mapping system and chose the one that seemed most appropriate for community integrity. “People in the county probably do not sense a difference in the five district boundaries until they vote,” said McCarthy. Those who are on the borders of Jackson district, for example, may now have to vote in Stonewall-Hawthome district. Individuals who are registered to vote are notified by mail if there is a change in their voting place. Primarily this concerns voting for the Board of Supervisors and the county School Board. All of the other county, state, and federal elections are tallied county-wide rather than by district. McCarthy also noted that Bus From Page A1 remain the same. With almost one in four older county residents living alone in Rappahannock, bus officials feel the bus will be better used by having “ondemand” service five days a week rather than one day a week. A major factor affecting ridership is the lack of transportation to the bus stops. Residents can schedule a trip for up to two weeks in advance, the earlier the better, officials say. For the past five months, the bus has averaged 76 passengers a month, with one month reaching 97. It has also accommodated three special events or 188 people, with another scheduled for over 100 people at the end of of this month. Beginning Aug. 18 residents may call up to 24 hours in advance to have the bus pick them up at home or office and take them to a destination anywhere in Rappahannock County or to Warrenton (Monday, Wednesday and Friday) or to Culpeper (Tuesday and Thursday). Service to Front Royal will be discontinued pending further review. At its Sept. 3 meeting, the Board of Supervisors will vote on whether the bus should continue for another year. The funds are available and the money is in the budget for the bus. &/<§, (§©* NMm ^ 1998 Ford Mustang GT/CPE loathor, VI, 74k Milot, faty to Alford 2002 Mitsubishi Spider Conv. Auto, Spotty, 4 Cyi A/C, CO Ilk Milo* 1 2000 Honda Prelude loaded, J Spd., Coup* SH, V Toth, 49K miioi 2001 CHEVY S-10 EXT CAB 4X4 Vi, AM, A/C Canftr J . 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Thus, a property deed may be registered in Stonewall Hawthorne district, but the residents of that property may be in the Piedmont district for voting purposes. The magisterial districts were established long ago, before the redistricting process was put in place. Dr. Maureen Harris is a resident of Woodville. She worked for 33 years at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Md., where she was a demographer and epidemiologist. Board From Page A1 policy which would be more in keeping with what he sees as the school's "no nonsense stance" on weapons in schools. "We're going to take a nononsense, zero tolerance approach to this. I think this is an issue we're going to be especially tough on," Chappell said. During a discussion on the weapons’ policy before it was adopted, board member Rosa Crocker wondered how this zero tolerance for students and visitors would affect parents coming on school grounds. She asked what the response would be to a mother who was coming to pick up her daughter and had a carpet cutting tool in the car. Board member Aline Johnson also wondered about the hard-edge stance, asking what would happen if a parent who was a security guard came on campus with his or her weapon in a vehicle. In response to Crocker’s and Johnson's concerns about the decision's implications for parents Chappell said, "I think we would use discretion in these decisions. There's no doubt about that." rte saia tnat parents who have a knife in their car which they use for work would be considered harmless. On the other hand school officials would react differently if someone, not related to the student came on campus carrying a knife on their belt, and asked to visit the student. "To me that poses a threat," he said. However, Chappell did not see the need for such leniency for students. "Students need to remember that they've gone hunting the night before," he said, "and take that hunting implement off the rack or out of their pocket." He felt students needed to remember that weapons of any kind were not suitable for school. "They're simply not welcome on school property;" he said. Also discussed were updates to the school's policy regarding reports of child abuse and neglect. Chappell said that while the current policy is simply a paragraph, the new one, which he has seen implemented in other schools and which he has discussed with Director of Social Services Beverly Leathers, will be more in depth. Alterations were also made to the school's sexual harassment policy, making Executive Director of Human Resources and Instruction Raye Tupper the new individual whom employees should contact with complaints and listing Chappell as their alternate compliance officer. In other discussion the board addressed recently created goals for the 2003-04 school year such as graduation of seniors in the face of new SOL requirements, SOL pass rates, decision-making for the coming year and strengthening the system of communication. These goals were created with input from a large section of individuals, including faculty, students and parents. Concerns about their structure were rampant however. "It's all good information," said Chairman Wesley Mills, "but I find it confusing. I'm not sure what to do with this information. I like to put things into little boxes and I'm not sure where to put some of these things." In addition to the structure of the ideas, he was also concerned by the omission of last year's goals and items which the school system had hoped to add on to in the coming year. Ine board discussed creating its own persona] goals and reworking those presented to them. They also agreed, for the time being, to grant permission for Chappell to present the current goals to faculty so they would have a sense of the school's direction. In other discussion, board member Sharon Kilpatrick addressed recent media coverage of the sheriff s race, in which candidate Steve Butler reportedly said drugs are "out of control” in county schools. Kilpatrick responded to the article by saying, "I do not think that drug use in our schools is out of control and I do not think that the board should ignore that story all together." Johnson responded to Kilpatrick's comments by saying she wished the parent raising these concerns to Butler would come to the school board and let it know more about the school's perceived drug problem. 'You can't do anything to take care of a problem if you don't know you have it," she said. 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• Neighbors/B4 • Classifieds/B5, B6, B7 • Obituaries/B8 Countryside Section B August 14, 2003 From grapes to wine By Joe David Rappahannock News Writer When I go wine tasting — and I’ve tasted my share from Argentina to New Zealand to France, as well as many out-of-the-way places in between and en route — I have often been more fascinated studying the degustateurs (wine tasters) than the wine. I’ve discovered that wine tasters perform the ritual almost the same everywhere. First, the wine taster observes the wine in the glass, noting its different shades of color (red wines can have a brilliant red to a purple hue). Second, he swirls it around in the glass to let it “breathe.” Third, he sniffs the wine to savor the bouquet, which the swirling releases. Fourth, he sips the wine and rolls it around in the back of his mouth for his taste buds to enjoy before swallowing or spitting it out. Fifth, he concentrates on the taste which lingers (the greater the wine, the longer the after-taste). And sixth, he reaches a conclusion, which he may or may not share with others. If all this seems a bit pretentious to you, you can do as I prefer to do. Select a satisfying bottle of wine, a tray of your favorite cheese and pate, then grab a baguette and sit under a shaded tree and just let the day pleasantly slip away in light conversation with someone special. Virginia wines Wine lovers may be pleasantly surprised to learn that Virginia produces some extraordinarily good wines. The Northern Virginia area has more than 20 wineries to visit, ranging in size from two to more than 100 grape-producing acres each. Tb be considered a “Virginia” wine, the wine must be made with at least 75 percent Virginia grapes. The state grape, named after Dr. Daniel Norton, was claimed to be discovered on the banks of the James River nearly 200 years ago. According to Jennifer McCloud, proprietor of Chrysalis, a 209-acre Middleburg wine estate, the thickskinned Norton grape “is the most disease-resistant and durable grape for wine production in the world.” Therefore, it is a very practical grape to grow. But more importantly, it produces a pleasant-tasting, deeply colored, robust, and full-bodied wine. Where does one go to acquaint oneself with local wines? I visited some recently; all will be exhibitors at the 28th annual Virginia Wine Festival on Aug. 16 and 17. Chrysalis 23876 Champe Ford Road, Middleburg (540) 687-8222 www.ChrysalisWine.com. Located outside the village of Middleburg Chrysalis Vineyards is one of the finest wineries on the East Coast, specializing in unusual Spanish and French grapes. By combining the best of modem techniques with the traditional handcrafted winemaking methods of the Old World, the winery produces some outstanding world-class wines. Under the guidance of award-winning winemaker Alan Kinne, the sixyear old winery produced two excellent white wines in its first year — a mellow Chardonnay and a robust and fruity Viognier. Over the years, McCloud has had great success growing varietals that perform well in Virginia soils. Private tours cost $8. Wine-tasting is free. Light food runs anywhere from $1.50 to $15. Wine by the glass costs $4.25 to $8.50 and by the bottle from $13 to $35. Open daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. year round (except key holidays). Gray Ghost Winery & Vineyards 14706 Lee Highway, Amissville (540) 937-4869 Named after the Confederate Civil War Hero Colonel John S. Mosby (popularly known as the Gray Ghost), the winery is located in picturesque Rappahannock County. It began in 1969 as a home project and grew over the years into what it is today, an independent-operating winery with more than 6,600 vines generating grapes for such classics as Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot, and Vidal Blanc. The winery has been successful at producing internationally award-winning wines. For those seeking a new experience, from late August to mid October, Gray Ghost offers a Volunteer Harvest Program. Those interested in helping with the harvest will spend the morning/afternoon picking grapes and enjoying barbecue. A 20-minute wine tour may be arranged by appointment. Wine-tasting is complimentary. Groups of eight Jennifer McCloud, proprietor of Chrysalis, basks in the sun at her 209-acre Middleburg wine estate. Photo courtesy/Chrysalis Vineyards Photo courtesy/Oasis Winery Oasis Winery in Hume is a perfect setting for couples seeking to enjoy the grapes at this internationally renowned 100-acre vineyard. or more should call ahead. A picnic special of crackers and cheese costs $5. Glass of wine costs $5 or $6 per glass and from $9.50 to $30 per bottle. Open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday to Sunday, year round. (Closed major holidays.) Oasis Winery 14141 Hume Road, Hume, (540) 635-7627 www. oasiswine. com The Oasis Winery, an internationally renowned 100-acre vineyard and winery, is located near Skyline Drive with a spectacular view of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The winery produces two styles of Chardonnay* “Riesling; Merlot, two styles of Cabernet Sauvignon, Meritage, Blush, and two styles of sparkling wines (brut and celebration). Although its Chardonnay and the Cabernet Sauvignon are outstanding, the Champagne and Riesling were an instant hit with me. Rated number 10 in the world, Oasis’ wines consistently win gold medals at the most prestigious international and national wine competitions. Tareq Salahi, director and co-propri Photo courtesy/Gray Ghost Winery Wine tours are offered at Gray Ghost Winery and Vineyards in Amissville which has been producing award-winning wines since its beginning in 1969. etor, runs the winery, which was started by his father 25 years ago. Wine tasting costs $5 and includes a souvenir Oasis wine glass. Wines by the bottle costs from $10 to $38.75 each. Iburs are free. Open daily, year round from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (except major holidays). Light food can cost anywhere from $2 to $10. For a private limousine tour of the wine country or for a wine-tasting outing on a yacht call (800) 304-7656 or visit www.oasislimo.com. Joe David is the author of four books, including two novels, “Teacher of the Year” and “The Fire Within.” For more information, visit www.bfat.com. Wine festival Conducted under the sponsorship of Vinifera Wine Growers Association (VWGA), the Virginia Wine Festival is the state’s oldest wine festival, featuring hundreds of wines from more than 50 wineries throughout the state. • What: Virginia Wine Festival ; V • When: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 16 and 17 • Where: Great Meadow, The Plains. • Special features: Set on 300acres of picturesque countryside, visitors may sample awardwinning wines from the best wineries in Virginia; attend regional wine-and-food-pairing seminars; and explore specialty shops for unique gifts (from wine accessories to gourmet food). Musicians will perform continuously throughout the day. • For children: There will be a petting zoo and rides. • Tickets: $16 if purchased in advance; $20 if purchased at the door; and $5 for children under 21. Visitors can save $3 off the price of a ticket by becoming a designated driver. • Price includes: Free winetasting and a souvenir, commemorative wine glass. More information: visit www.showsinc.com or call (410) 267-6711. Taste of Rappahannock: bid on dinner with Dave Barry By Tony Trujillo Special to the Rappahannock News The fifth annual Taste of Rappahannock fundraising dinner for Headwaters will take place on Saturday, Sept. 13 at The Belle Meade i Schcolhouse in Sperryville. As if the J promise of great food, fine } wines and wonderful company is not enough, this year’s Taste of Rappahannock will feature an exciting live auction of four truly unique opportunities. me gala evening 1 — begins with a live auction between 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. during the pre-dinner reception. The reception will feature fine wines from area vineyards and delicious appetizers prepared by the proprietors of some of Rappahannock County’s leading bed and breakfasts. Four exceptional opportunities will be up for bid during the auction: • Dinner with humorist Dave Barry: Enjoy an intimate dinner for two guests with world-renowned comic writer Dave Barry. The dinner will be 5tk An.anal Tagte.0? f^ppahannocks vSatur'day Septenber 13, 2008 3 pm hosted by Susan MacNelly at Four and Twenty Blackbirds in Flint Hill, a Washingtonian Magazine Blue Ribbon Winner of 100 Best Restaurants in the Washington, D. C. area. Enjoy a oncein-a-lifetime evening of great conversation, fine food and wonderful wine with everyone’s favorite humorist. • Sesame Street: A family trip for four to visit the Sesame Street workshop set in New York City. Through a special arrangement with Headwaters, Sesame Street will allow this family to view a taping of the show, an event that is not open to the public. This unique behind-the-scenes look at Sesame Street will debght young and old alike. • Art and The Artist: Three pieces of art and the story behind them: a photograph by Andrew Haley, an etching by Neil Rizos and a painted sculpture by Julie Huber of Braeland Studio. Two guests will be able to visit the studios of these exceptional local artists for a demonstration and discussion on how these pieces oi art were created, complete with gourmet refreshments. • From the Hands of Children: Self portraits of children glazed on handmade ceramic tiles adorn a one-of-akind console table that is a wonderful example of youthful creativity. The tiles were made by children attending Headwaters’ Summer Workshops ana are professionally arranged on a metal and wood base, 42”xl2”x 33”h. This console table will make a wonderful addition to any decor. Susan MacNelly has once again contributed a cartoon by her late husband, Jeff MacNelly, for the event. A very limited edition of prints of this cartoon will be for sale, with proceeds going to Headwaters. Prints will be displayed for sale at Longview Gallery in Sperryville and the night of the dinner. The framed print is $500, unframed $350. Contact Headwaters for more information. The Taste of Rappahannock dinner is the main fundraiser for Headwaters, the Rappahannock County Public Education Foundation, which uses the r funds raised to support Rappahannock County public schools. The Headwaters’ mission is to foster educational excellence by cultivating the cooperative spirit and resources of the whole community to benefit all students. Tickets are $125 per person. For reservations call Headwaters at (540) 675-1819. Seating is limited, attire is country casual. The fundraiser is generously underwritten by Sunnyside Institute, the educational arm of Sunnyside Farms. ‘Anger Management’ comes to The Theatre Anger Management, ’ a funny comedy that offers the wonderfully wacky teaming of Jack Nicholson at his most devilish and Adam Sandler at his most timid will be shown at The Theatre in Little Washington on Friday, Aug. 15 at 8 p.m. Critics say Anger Management" owes much of its success to a firstrate cast. But it s the especially playful Nicholson and the restrained, lowkey Sandler that makes this a treat to watch.

Church Activities Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church Pastor: John Heddleston Sunday: Contemporary Services 8:45 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday Traditional Services 11 a.m. Sunday Youth Night 7 p.m. Tuesday: Bible Study 7 p.m. New Hope Baptist Bible Pastor: Carl R. Menefee Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Prayer & Bible Study Monday-Friday 7 p.m. Amissville Baptist Pastor: Dr. Norman Edward Taylor Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Youth Group 6 p.m. Rejoicers Choir and worship 7 p.m. Wednesday: Adult Choir 6 p.m. Bible Study, Missions 7 p.m. Thursday: Bell Choir 6:30 p.m. Flint Hill Pentecostal Pastor: Rev. Jack Campbell Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 6:30 a.m. Wednesday: Worship Service 7:30 p.m. Woodville Baptist Pastor: Trey Hensley Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Choir Practice 6:30 p.m. Bible Study 7 p.m. Amissville Full Gospel Pastor: Rev. Jim Pittman II Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m: Morning Worship 11 a.m. Evening Worship 7 p.m. Wednesday: Evening Worship 7:30 p.m. County Methodist services Rappahannock County Methodist churches will have worship services as follows: Flint Hill at 8:45 a.m.; Willis Chapel at 10 a.m.; and Sperryville at 11:15 a.m. The Rev. Merlin Shorb is pastor and invites the public. Amissville United Methodist Pastor: Rev. John B. Haynes Sr. Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 p.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Thursday: Adult Choir 7:30 p.m. St. Peter’s Catholic Mission Pastor: Rev. Robert J. DeMartino Masses: Saturday Vigil, 5:30 p.m. Sunday, 8:30 and 10 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 First Baptist Pastor: Dr. Wendell Grant Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Trinity Episcopal Rector: Rev. Jennings W. Hobson III Sunday: Holy Eucharist 8 a.m. Holy Eucharist 9 a.m. Morning Prayer 10 a.m. Wednesday: Bible Study and Holy Eucharist Washington Baptist Pastor: Rev. Phillip Bailey Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Services 11 a.m. Tuesday: Adult Choir 7:30 p.m. -P Thornton *s Gap Regular Baptist Rev. Kirby Shenk Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. K 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. Five Forks Regular Baptist Pastor: Elder Roger L. Smith Sunday: .Sunday School 10 a.m. 'Worship Service 11 a.m. Wednesday: Prayer, Bible study 7 p.m. Fellowship Assembly of God Pastor: Joel Cress Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 p.m. Worship/Children’s Church 11 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Adult Bible Study 7 p.m. Thornton Gdp Primitive Baptist Church Pastor, Elder Richard Cox Meets first Sundays at 2 p.m. and third Sundays at 10:30 a.m. Church News Annual church bulh sale Trinity Episcopal Church Garden Guild is once - again holding its annual bulb sale with gorgeous tulips, daffodils, crocuses and many other i spring bulbs to beau- | uiy nome ana dusiness. Orders will be taken starting Sunday, Aug. 17 and continuing through Sunday, Sept. 14. Delivery will be at the proper planting time. Plan now to plant later for a beautiful and colorful spring. For further information, call Katherine Bull at (540) 6753716. Church celebration The F. T. Baptist ^ Church members and A friends are celebrating r the 225th anniversary of the church on Aug. 17 at 11 a.m. m u ur. rrea Anaerson ot f I the Virginia Baptist ' ' Historical Society will speak as the character, Dr. William E. Hatcher, a prominent late 19th and early 20th century Virginia Baptist minister. His topic will be, “Why I am tickled to be a Baptist.” An old-fashioned “dinner on the grounds” will be served. Everyone is invited to attend and enjoy visiting with old friends. Gid Brown church service Gid Brown Bible Baptist Church in Washington will hold a special service on Aug. 31 with Brady Rochester and family from Blackburg, S. C. For the 10 a.m service there will be singing, and for the 11 a.m. service, singing 'and preaching. Praise Fellowship meets Praise Fellowship, a non denominational, charismatic church is meeting in Amissville, 14876 Lee Highway. The building is adjacent to the mobile home park on the south side of Route 211. Praise Fellowship has been meeting in homes for the last year. There is an emphasis on praise, worship, prayer and teaching the Word of God. Worship is contemporary, and discipleship to the Lord is a high priority. All are invited to come to the service of worship on Sunday at 10:30 a.m. and information on home groups is available. For information call Gene and Van Nicholson, at 9379993. Baptist children go on D.C. mission This article was submitted by Joy Heddleston, 13, of Sperryville. Nine youths and three adults from the F.T. and Reynolds Memorial Baptist churches in Sperryville started their summer youth mission trip on July 21. This year the team traveled to the Johenning Baptist Center located on 9th Street S.E., in Washington, D.C. While there, the missionaries conducted various workshop classes for some 70 children ages 4-12. The classes were divided into appropriate age groups: 4-6, 7-9 and the 10-12-year-olds. Three workshops—Praise Dance, Sports & Recreation, and Music & Bible Story— were designed to teach children about the love of Christ and active praise worship. Each class was one hour; then students would rotate to the next session. Btmsene Win PH !>'»■ “Each age group presented its own set of challenges,” Rev. Jon Heddleston said, “but our youth, with God’s help, proper planning, patience and a willingness to adapt lesson plans, were able to overcome them.” “It was a great experience working with such bright and active children,” youth missionary Katrina Bigelow said. “I hope we can return to the center again next summer.” Youth leaders for the Praise-Dance sessions were TV Bigelow, Angela Bigelow, Katrina Bigelow, Joy Heddleston, Allie Yowell, and Kourtney Yowell. The adult coordinator was April Heddleston. “Praise Dance” is a form of worship, using contemporary Christian music. Its intent is to glorify God. The children of the Johenning Center mastered several TWINS TEACH TWINS: Twins Katrina and Angela Bigelow of Rappahannock County taught young twins from Southeast Washington, D. C. and 70 other children to “praise dance" as part of their summer mission trip. dances quickly; by the end of the week, they were able to perform with their youth leaders at the large-group afternoon sessions. Sports and Recreation class youth leaders were Blake Yowell and Taylor Yowell, with Rev. Dan Yowell overseeing the activities. This class gave the children a chance to release some of their energy, which they enjoyed immensely. Also, because most activities at the center are indoors, the children enjoyed the class because it gave them a chance to have fun through special learning games designed for the outdoors. The Music & Bible Story class, led by youth Bret Heddleston and Rev. Heddleston, combined the instructional and activity oriented elements of the other classes. Children sang some fun and energetic songs that were easy to learn, so they caught onto them (and added movements) quickly. Various Bible stories conveyed messages about the Golden Rule, God’s creation and loving one’s neighbor. Throughout the week the students had a wonderful time, and the mission became a learning experience for both leaders and students. “It was a great experience, and several of the youth said they wanted to return next year,” Joy Heddleston said. “I guess we’ll have to see where God leads us.” Photos courtesy/April Heddleston MISSION TRIP: Participants in the summer youth mission trip to the Johenning Baptist Center in Washington, D. C. last month are from left to right, front row: Taylor Yowell, Kourtney Yowell, Allie Yowell, Ty Bigelow, Bret Heddleston; second row, Rev. Dan Yowell, Blake Yowell, Katrina Bigelow, Angela Bigelow, Rev. Jon Heddleston and Joy Heddleston. The youths and adults are from the F. T. and Reynolds Memorial Baptist churches in Sperryville. 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The musically inclined particularly enjoy praise through music and song. There is something for everyone in Cod's House. Then there is a time for prayer and meditation. Certainly we each have a request of our Heavenly Father or maybe we need to give thanks for a blessing from the previous week. Whatever your need, God is there for you. In Exodus 25:8, Cod said, "Let them make Me a sanctuary; that I may dwell among them." Cod is waiting to serve your needs. Won't you meet Him there this week? SUNDAY MONDAY lofhua fadmi 24:1-13 24:14-28 UtSDAY WCDNCSDAY THUKSDAY FKIUAY SAWKDAY 2 Stmuel 2 SdrouW Psdm 1 Kings 1 Kings 7:1-17 7:18-29 89:1-37 2:1-9 9:1-9 * S'.npiure$ Selected py The American Bt-ie Society “ CopyngH 2003. Kei«*r Williams Newspaper Sd'vices P 0 B■» 8005. Charlottes vdl*. 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(540) 341-7000 GREYSTONETV & APPLIANCE Sales & Service RCA Video Products Antennas & Satellite Systems Radio Shack Dealer, Kitchen Aid, Whirlpool & Roper Appliances U.S. Route 29, Madison Located 5 miles west of Warrenton at intersection of Route 211 and Route 229 (540) 948-2200 WELDING RICK’S CUSTOM WELDING (540) 675-1888 Commercial - Residential Construction - Farm - General Wrought Iron gates & railings ALSO SANDBLASTING WINDOWS & DOORS • Can you feel the wind gust while sitting on your sofa? • Need a screw driver to open your windows7 • Need wooden spoons to keep them open’’ If so, our custom made European dit-turn, windows, & doors offer energy efficiency, and security. We install and service. Henselstone Window & Door Systems 540-937-5796 More of what you’re looking for. Get Into It! Call Jeanne Cobert 540-347-4222 Upcoming Events Family reunion The annual family reunion of the late Henry T. Wharton and Lillie Cloud Wharton will be held Sept. 6 at the Rappahannock Park, starting at 10:30 a m. Family and friends are welcome. Bring a picnic basket and enjoy the day. Butler for Sheriff rally Steve Butler, local candidate for Rappahannock County Sheriff, will be at the Flint Hill Volunteer Fire Department at 945 Fodderstack Road to meet with community residents on Aug. 16 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Complementary "cook-out style" food will be served. Butler will address guests at 6 p m. A question and answer period will follow. Thornton Hill Hounds Everyone is invited to the inaugural running of the Thornton Hill Hounds Point-to-Pomt races on Saturday, Sept. 13 at the Thornton Hill Racecourse, Route 522. two miles south of Sperryville. Gates open at 10:30 a.m. First race is 12:30 p.m. For more information, visit www.thorntonhillhounds.com. Cantoris representative Congressman Eric Cantor's Community Outreach Director Barbara Taylor will be available at the Rappahannock County Library. 4 Library Road in Washington, on Thursday, Aug. 21 from 10 a m. until 11 a.m. to speak to constituents who need assistance or have problems of a federal nature. Rappahannock skies The Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection will sponsor "An Astronomical Event" on Sunday, Aug. 31 at the Washington Fire Hall at 8:30 p.m. Mars is only 145 times the distance to the moon from earth and you may want to get a good look at it. The next time this planet will be as close is 284 years from now. This is a family event. Light refreshments will be served. Binoculars and telescopes will be available. You may bring your own viewing equipment. For more information, contact Francois-Marie Patorni at 937-3718. Flea Market on Aug. 30 Mark calendars now for the Second Annual Rappahannock County Flea Market on Saturday, Aug. 30 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Washington Fire Hall. The event is sponsored by the Rappahannock County Democratic Committee. On sale will be pottery, dishware, framed pictures, costume jewelry, yard equipment, ethnic objects, childrens’ toys, decorative items, musical instruments, tools, kitchen ware, pet equipment, sporting goods, small furniture, linens and fabrics, holiday decorations and bric-a-brac. Refreshments will be available at the Fire Hall. Donations may be brought to the Washington Fire Hall on Friday, Aug. 29 from noon until 7 p.m. Those who need someone to pick up their items, contact Maggie Francis (9878291), Gloria Allen (547-4621) or Linda Dietel (675-3826). Please do not donate clothing, books or used appliances. Celebrate fruits of summer The Epicurious Cow invites everyone to join in its second annual celebration of the tomato on Saturday, Aug. 23 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at its market in Ben Venue at the intersection of Route 211 and Route 729. This event will feature 15 different varieties of tomatoes which will be paired with seven types of goat cheeses from around the world. Wines will be offered at a tasting. Call for directions: 540-675-2269. Civil War meeting The monthly meeting of the Blue Ridge Civil War Round Table will be Aug. 19 at the Rappahannock County Library. Robert Moore, author of “Avenue of Armies," will speak on Luray and Page County Civil War history at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. For those not familiar with the area the Rappahannock Library is located off Route 211. Look for Route 683 (Library Road) just before getting into Little Washington. CPR Classes Red Cross classes will be held on Aug. 22 from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. on adult CPR and on Aug. 23 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on infant and child CPR. On Aug. 23 classes will be held from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on First Aid and Safety. All classes will be at the Red Cross Building at 146 N. Main Street, Culpeper. To sign up, call the Red Cross at (540) 825-8611. Teeth cleaning The -Lord Fairfax Community College Dental Hygiene Class is now accepting patients. If you would like to have your teeth cleaned including a complete dental exam, call 8687062 or 868-7140. These services are free of charge. Norman family reunion The annual Norman reunion will be held on Sunday, Aug. 31 at the Rappahannock Park on Route 211 in Washington. All relatives and friends are invited to attend. Please bring a covered dish and a beverage. Plates, cups and plastic utensils will be provided. A picnic lunch will be served around 1 p.m. at the Pavilion “rain or shine.” Bring a chair in case you may need it. Softball registration Piedmont Softball Association, the Babe Ruth-affiliated fast pitch softball league based in Amissville, is conducting fall season registrations for all area girls born anytime in 1986 through 1997 (five years old through 16 years as of Jan. 1, 2003). Registrations will be conducted Saturday,'Aug. 16 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., Wednesday, Aug. 20 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturday, Aug. 23 from 9 a.in. to 11 a.m. New registrations are $25 per player. The girls' original birth certificates must be presented at the time of registration. For more information call Mauri Payne at (540) 937-4142 or Debbie McCormack at (540) 937-7723. Free Clinic open The Rappahannock Free Clinic, a local branch of the Fauquier Free Clinic will be open on Aug. 20. It operates on the first, third and fifth Wednesday evenings of each month in the Rappahannock County Health Department in Washington. Patient registration is from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. For further information, call 675-2525 or 347-0394. Beahm family reunion \ The Beahm family reunion honoring George Washington and Nancy Bolen Beahm will be held Sunday, Aug. 24 at the Rappahannock County Recreation Center in Washington. Bring a covered dish and your favorite drink to share (paper goods will be provided). Lunch will be served at 1 p.m., program afterward. For information call Bob Johnson at (540) 743-5687.

Sympathy extended to bereaved families Our community extends deep sympathy to the family of Elizabeth Jenkins, who at 85 passed away at her residence on Route 707 on Thursday and was laid to rest on Monday, to the family of Olive Aitken of Boston who passed away at Culpeper Regional Hospital on Thursday, and the family of Bradford Hunt of Griffinsburg who passed away on Thursday at Culpeper Regional Hospital, with memorial services held on Sunday at CloreEnglish Funeral Home. Any member of the Paul and Maggie Grigsby family living in our area are reminded of the planned reunion to be held on Saturday, Aug. 23 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the -j BOSTON Boston By MARIE F. ATKINS 987-8802 Washington Fire Hall. Call (540) 987-8376 or (540) 937-4138 for more information. Wedding anniversary wishes go out to cousins James and Pauline Kelchner whose day was Wednesday and to Mr. and Mrs. Jackie Cubbage who celebrate another year on Sunday. Beat the Rush! Place your classified ad now! Early Closing Friday August 29, 2003 for September 3, 2003 Publications Times Community Newpapers will be closed on Labor Day, Friday, Monday September 1,2003 (Times Community Newspapers NORTHERN VIRGINIA Tel: 703.777.1110 Fauquier: 540.347.4222 Fax: 703.689.1278 E-mail: classified@timespapers.com Shiloh Baptist Church in neighboring Woodville will be having its homecoming day on Sunday, Aug. 17. The public is invited. The Windmore Foundation for the Arts will hold auditions Friday, Aug. 15 from 6 to 9 p.m., and Saturday, Aug. 16 from 10 a m. till noon at the Hazel River Armory for its upcoming October theatre production. For more information, call the office in Griffinsburg (540) 547-2555. Birthday wishes are extended to my nephew, Michael Wayne Frazier who celebrates another year on Washington Baptist Church picnic to be held Aug. 17 . The annual Washington Baptist Church picnic will be held Sunday, Aug. 17 at the Rappahannock County Park on Routet 211. Activities begin at 5 p.m. and supper at 6 p.m. The church will provide hamburgers and hot dogs and paper items. Those attending are asked to bring a covered dish and drinks to share. Keep in prayer our daughter Ann Foster in Chesterfield, Mich, who will be having surgery on Tuesday, Aug. 12. Also pray for Megan Neibert, five-year-old daughter of John and Sandra Neibert who will have surgery on Friday, Aug. 15 at the UV A hospital in Charlottesville. Happy birthday to Chelsea Smoot, daughter of Lynn Smoot of Warrenton and “Rock” Smoot of Harris Hollow who will celebrate her eighth birthday on Friday, Aug. 22. Best wishes for a happy birthday to our daughter, Ann Foster in Chesterfield, Mich, who will have her day on Thursday, Aug. 21. Thursday, Edward M. Clark visited with Vergil Atkins and Jean Dodson and family in Sperryville. Bonnie Brown of Germantown, Md., was a Thursday evening visitor of Sarah Brown, Amanda Brown and son Malik on Fodderstack Road. Wayne Brown of Woodville returned home recently after spending several days at UV A Hospital in Charlottesville. Our prayers are with him and his • Diesel Kubota T Series Lawn Tractors -T1570 • 3 Point Hitch • Power steering • Hydrostatic + transmission • Large diameter tires • Generous cutting area • Double element J air cleaner VmIiu to 0 “V Tongbness • Stogie and win cylinder OM> Bawim-<«pnM t H HP) 1 dented • One toudi nitiK> beijiK jJuMnKiM • hMpKUIa«ttolWbdr<*lalk: lbo*xbiful • Uit*uhlr h»$ tad seji > POLRRI5 The Way Out. Ranger 4x4 $8,700* |f *Cab also available Polaris Sportsman 600 Twin | Special 6X12 1 Trailer * $995 4 r Special \ POLARIS ^ The Way Out. Trail Blazer 250 . $2,995 Special ■Ilrti affno«wl .Twit V Pufons fa .vails Thu *■ hum iwpmiMin ♦ ♦ PULLENS TRACTOR . . 8 EQUIPMENT . 15133 RixeyviDe Road, Culpeper • (540) 82941893 M-F 8a.m.-6:30p.m., Sat 8a.m.-4:30p.m. Friday, to Alex Warner whose day is Sunday and to Ann > Marie Hetzer who gains a year Monday. Rev. Jeff Light of Woodville and pastor of Novum Baptist Church, Reva Way will be conducting revival services at Good Hope Baptist Church, Sunday through Wednesday, Aug. 17 through Aug. 20 each evening at 7:30 p.m. and the public is invited. The Utz family reunion will be held Saturday, Aug. 16 beginning at 4 p.m. at the Birghtwood Ruritan Clubhouse. Call (540) 6724570 for more information. Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Mills and daughters, Rebecca and Mary and Jennifer Peregory attended a Fellowship meeting in Pennsylvania on Friday evening. Condolences go out to the family of Mattie Dodson Hackley, who at 89 passed away at Fauquier Hospital last Tuesday and was laid to rest in Fairview Cemetery, Culpeper on Friday. Eunice Meade of Hash Lane, accompanied by Mrs. Ray Frazier of Turkey Ridge Road and Mrs. Alvin Atkins of Sperryville were in Charlottesville on Wednesday, when Mrs. Meade had an appointment with Orthopedic Doctor Paylor, who gave her a clean bill of health, pertaining to the amputation of her leg, which was done several years ago. Mary Tharp and Rosie Wharton of Aaron Mountain Road were Saturday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Tharp in Culpeper. Mr. and Mrs. Shelvy Frazier returned home Thursday from a trip to Camp Richlands. Reserve the date Aug. 22 and make plans for the next “Singing and Pickin” party. Hf—i-*= Washington By RUTH CLARK _<75-3608 family. Saturday, Edward and Ruth Clark visited Charles and Wendy Clark in Sperryville and shopped and had lunch in Culpeper. Happy birthday to our niece, Brenda Me Donald in Haymarket who will have her day on Sunday, Aug. 17. Monday an overnight guest of Alice Butler and family was Janet Henderson of New Hartford, N.Y. Janet and Alice were former roommates when they both worked for the FBI in D.C. in their younger years. Best wishes to our brother and sister-in-law, Bobby and Tansy Frazier in Castleton who have a wedding anniversary on Tuesday, Aug. 19. Sandra Neibert and daughters Megan, McKayla and Madaline and Anna Smoot and daughters, Christy and Mattie of Fodderstack Road enjoyed the weekend at Colonial Beach. Thursday Marilyn Bailey, Nina Norman and Leslie Norman shopped in Winchester. Have a safe week and give me a call when you have news for this column. ‘Emma’ wins ‘Best Mare Mule’ award Congratulations to Carole Pivamik and Emma. On Aug. 9, Carole Pivamik of Tulip Hill Farms in Castleton participated in the Virginia Draft Horse and Mule Association’s (VDHMA) Old Dominion Show in Fredericksburg. Emma, her twoyear- old Belgian draft mule, won Best Mare Mule (all ages) and Champion Conformation Mule. Visit www.vdhma.org to learn more about the Organization or www.tuliphillemma. com to find out more interesting information about Emma. Castleton By ROSE REED 987-8005 _ N , t "■>■ - i ? • 1 ; J.' ' ~ii£ al lll|M lMt..ll.*|l.MI. l.4-*lli....l||»ai The Mount Lebanon Baptist Church Beth Moore Bible Study is being held every Thursday at 7 p.m., at the church. Revival Meetings begin on Sunday, Aug. 17 at 11 a.ra. and 7 p.m., as well as Monday through Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. Baptismal Service for new converts and members will take place at Rock Mills at 3 p.m. Youth Initiation, for those who will be coming into the teen class, will be held on Aug. 22. In memory of Brenda Kay Smoot Gosling, August 26, 1964 - August 2, 2003: “Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal” — Thomas More. Flint Hill church holds Homecoming on Sept. 28 Make plans now to attend the Flint Hill United Methodist Church Homecoming services to be held on Sunday, Sept. 28. The Rev. Jim Grimmer, former pastor will be the guest speaker. More details to follow. The Flint Hill Baptist Church has worship services on the second, fourth, and fifth Sundays at 11 a.m. Beginning on Sept. 7 worship services will be held every Sunday at 11 a.m. The pastor, the Rev. John Farrar invites everyone. Michael Vest of Virginia Beach was a Thursday luncheon guest of his mother, Christine Flint Hill ^ ByPOLLYAYLOR —— **—' - ■m _ 987-8136 _ Vest. Michael and Jay Crowley of Warrenton were enroute home after spending two weeks on a motor trip to Sturgis, S.D. for a motor bike rally. They also toured the Black Hills and other places of interest. Visiting with Evelyn Walker in Culpeper on Sunday were Mabel Lillard, Louise Me Culloch and Mary Curtis. The Flint Hill United Methodist Church has worship service every Sunday at 8:45 a.m. The pastor, the Rev. Merlin Shorb invites the public. Choir practice is held on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. A special prayer goes out for all those on the sick list. The community breakfast will not be held for the month of August. SLOW and FIRM, yet TENDER That's how pasture-fed Meadow Green porkers are raised. We're not in a hurry to fatten them. In fact, they have no fat, only good fatty acids that come from lean, grass fed meat. Good for them, good for you. 1001b young boars, on the hoof or butchered for Labor Day parties, celebrations and plain good eating. Call Kiser 540-987-844^ from 7-9 p.m. (Member of Raprf Crass Fed Assoc. - No Antibiotics, No Hormones)

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To help recover this cost, AT&T will begin to include in your monthly bill a $1 95 In-State Connection Fee. starting September 1, 2003. The fee does not apply to customers on AT&T Virginia Local Service and the AT&T Long Distance Lifeline Program. For more information about the In-State Connection Fee. please call us at 1 800 333 5256 or visit us at www.alt.com/mstale-connectionfee. This notice is in addition to the postcard notice previously delivered to you. We look forward to continuing to provide you with the quality AT&T service you expect from us. 8-13,8-20-03 *518793 HORSE FARMS Culpeper 280 acres, 2 houses, barns, stables, board fence, stream, mountain views. $1,800,000. Manassas 20 plus acres, 5000 sq. ft home, pool, fenced, stable. $775K Fauquier Hume, 5 acres, traditional colonial, 4BRs, ready for horses. $419K Olafsen Realty www.olafsen.com 540-347-1505 SELL YOUR HOUSE in 10 days. We buy houses. Little equity, behind in paymts? No problem. 540-272-2530 SCHULT MOBILE HOME '93. 72 X 14, 3BR. 2 BA, CAC. must move Hillwood Sales. 703754-4611 FRAMED ORIGINAL DRAWINGS, paintings for sale 540-439-9290. V_7 FORD TRACTOR 1968, model 2000. very good cond, $4800 INTN'L truck '77. gooseneck hitch. good cond. $2000 540-347-7897 Fauquier Times-Democrat ADS7WORK Call 347-4222 Fumftur* / Appliances V _/ A BED CHERRY SLEIGH w/ mattress set. $450. Brand new. 703 898-9247 A BED- $139 FULL SIZE mattress set. New in plastic. Can Deliver. 703-898-8768 A BED $249 KING Pillowtop. New in plastic w/ manufact. warranty Can deliver. 703-8988768 A BED - $1195 - 5PC Cherry set: Bed. drssr. mirr. chest, nt stnd. New in box. Can deliver. 703-898-9247 A BED $149 QUEEN Pillow Top. New in plastic with warranty. Can deliver. 703-8988768 ALL ITALIAN LEATHER sofa & loveseat New in original rapper $1,100. Can deliver. 703-8989247. DINING RM SET Cherry Queen Anne, dbl pedestal table. 8 chairs $1495. Sideboard $495. China Cab. $995 Will divide, 703-691-2600 DINING ROOM SET - Cherry; Chairs, table, hutch & buffet Brand new in box $950 Can deliver. 703-898-9247. 7X7 SAGE GREEN sectional (2 pieces-V shape) Very good condition. $500 obo. 540364-6379 V_/ HUGE YARD SALE tons of baby to adult clothes, must go Tools, books, turn, misc. 8 16. 9-3. 81 Laurel Mills Rd Castteton. 540-937-4520 MULTI FAMILY YARD sale. Aug 16. Sam to 1pm 6625 Hanback Ct. Bealeton. Clothes, knick-knacks. Barbies, porcelain dolls, misc. HH. Metal cabs Something for everyone Cancel if ram NOTICE OF INTENTION TO ADOPT AMENDMENTS TO ZONING ORDINANCE KINDLY TAKE NOTICE that the Town Council and Planning Commission of the Town of Washington. Virginia will hotd a joint meeting and conduct a public heanng on Monday. August 25. 2003. beginning at 7:30 p m at the Town Hall on the subject of amendments to the zoning ordinance, histone district ordinance and subdivision ordinance of the Town of Washington Proposed amendments are both technical and substantive in nature A complete copy of the proposed amendments s available for inspection and copying by all interested parties at the town office during its normal business hours The Town Council intends to adopt the proposed amendments and revisions to al of the foregoing ordinances at such meeting or at such further meetings as to which consideration of the amendments and revisions and voting thereon may be adjourned Al are rrvtfed to attend and present their views TOWN COUNCIL TOWN OF WASHINGTON. VIRGINIA John C Bennett Town Attorney 8-07,8-14-03 *516023 V_/ FRI./SAT./Sun-Aug. 1517. 10-4p. Tools, mower, hshd goods 9425 Delancey Dr.. Vienna (off Beulah Rd.) May Mrw 4 V___ TRI COUNTY FEEDS. Marshall, VA; Pennfield Horse Feeds Stallmai SALE, $36 50 HAY AH, Tim, Mixed, Straw, Shavings. 888-8233337 NOVA & Montgomery Co. MD WANTED Good quality Alfalfa round bales Seeking bulk amount. Call 540-937-9832 (--— 240 Hotma s, BOARDING IN CASANOVA hunt country. 6 mis out of Warrenton, $350/mo Call Beth 540347-0412 This Could Be YOUR AD! Call Today to Place an AD! 347-4222 or Fax 349-8676 JOHN DEERE MOD 216, 48" cut. wheel weights, tire chains, snow blade & trailer $1100. 540-937-4549 Need mulch delivered? DOUBLE SHREDDED QUALITY hard wood mulch, Under $20 per yard plus delivery. 540364-6452 V J ART DECO BR suite. 7 pcs, White Ithr couch & chair, love seat, freezer, refrg, pots, pans, & tons more 540-347-2121 WRANGLER JEANS, 13MWZ. 0936 DEN Popular sizes in stock Special orders invited Happy Trails Western Wear, Bealeton 540-4391395 1954 HOBART- Cable console piano Cherry cabinet, needs tuning & repair $800 703-7719689. I*73™ ) BORDER COLLIES PUREBRED 1st shots wormed S150- f ema le $125-male 540-7431480 — Ugal Notices s BOARD OF SUPERVISORS RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY. VIRGINIA PURSUANT to Section 170-129 of the Rappahannock County Code and Section 15.2-2204 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, notice is hereby given that the Board of Supervisors for Rappahannock County. Virginia, will hold a public hearing on Wednesday. September 3. 2003 at 7:00 PM in the Courthouse in Washington, Virginia, in order to consider the following application: SE #03-08-01 Daniel B Clark. Trustee, owner of 0.5201 acre in Wakefield District known as the old Foster s Packing Shed (Tax Map 13, Parcel 89. zoned A -Agricultural) desires a Special Exception permit for an adaptive use of an existing structure for multiple office space Use allowed under Section 170-36H of the Rappahannock County Code: additional standards under Section 170-69B. A COPY of the foregoing application is on flit at the Zoning Office in Washington. Vir ginia, and is available for public inspection. Monday through Friday. 8:30 AM to 4 30 PM Said application will be presented to the Rappahannock County Planning Commission at their regular meeting on Wednesday August 20. 2003 at 7:30 PM at the Rappa hannock County Courthouse for such recommendation as the Commission may wish to make pursuant to Section 170-55. if any The above-named applicant, adjacent property owners, and any other parties desiring to be heard should be present at said meeting or should address their written comments to the Board of Supervisors, co PO Bo* 519. Washington. Virginia 22747. in advance thereof. . BY: John W McCarthy Zoning Administrator M7, 8-14, 8-21-03 #517392

CHESAPEAKE BAY Ret. AKC pups, show & pet quality, champ, lines. Shots/ health guar. $800. 540-349-5766. GERMAN SHEPHERD pups, AKC, vet exam, tattooed Istshots, wrmd, socialized. blk/red& blk/ tan $850 540-459-5972. JACK RUSSELL PUPS. NKC reg, top quality. 2nd litter smooth coat ready 9/18, reserve now. Culpeper, VA. 703-608-5463 PET BULL TERRIER. sweet & loving, 7 mos old, black F. registered, $400. 540-338-3104 FREE KITTENS. 540 347-5496 FREE MULCH- For gar dens- U Haul. 4mi oft Rte 29 on Rte 651 #6860 Sumerduck Rd. Remington. VA. 540439-2607 FREE TO GOOD home. 3 ferrets, cage. & accessories. Must go together 540-370-4226, 540-347-7649 KITTENS- PR of beautiful black & white, imale. ifemale. free to good home. Have shots' Approx 3mos old. Call 540-822-4243. V_/ D & J’s PAINTING Interior • Exterior Custom Painting! FREE Estimates. Satisfaction Guaranteed 540-778-1209 Licensed & Bonded V._/ Home Health Aide wanting to take care of your elder or handicapped loved one. 540-675-3136 V J GUN SHOW Aufi. 16-17 DALE CITY UFW POST 1503 14631 Minnieviie R<L Hours: Sat 9-5. Sun 9-4 Adults: $5 Info: 276-268-1343 HUMAN RESOURCES RECEPTIONIST Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute, a leading medical testing facility located in Chantilly, Virginia, is dedicated to providing the highest quality laboratory services. We are seeking an individual to provide front office support MondayFriday, 9:00AM6:00PM in our busy Human Resources Department. A pleasant, customer oriented demeanor and knowledge of general office procedures with some progressively responsible work experience and/or related education is required. Ability to handle multiple tasks is a must. Would be responsible for greeting visitors, providing clerical and telephone support to the HR Department and assisting customers by determining their needs and helping them accordingly. Also responsible for entering resumes into applicant tracking system and distribution of department mail Excellent communication skills, computer literacy and data entry skills also required. We offer a salary in the $25,000 range For immediate consideration, fax/mail resume, with salary requirements, to: Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute, 14225 Newbrook Drive, P.O. Bo* 10841, Chantilly, VA 20153-0841. Fax: 703-802-7088. E-mail: recruitva@ questdiag no sties, com EOt. AA Al TO MECHANIC Buss dealer*up hecfcjng «do mechanic lor Ford Sc Dodge 4kjds Great & benefit*. < all: (.corjir Prof fill Kick Hum l ard / Dodge For all of your Classified needs call the Fauquier Times-Democrat 540-347-4222 BARN & HORSE HELP WANTED Perm & PT. Care & feed 8 horses, flex, hours, once a day. Weekday' weekend positions open. Amissville. Call 703-522-3959 BARN MANAGER Needed for modern horse breeding facility. Excellent working environment, full-time, flexible hours, discounted services. Amissville, VA. If Interested call 540-937-9832 Cashier F/T Fair Lakes Caf6 / Convenience Store seeks F/T Cashier Mon-Fri Days. Full benefits. Call Tony 703-803-5099 CDL DRIVER needed to alternate between lowboy, dump truck and flush truck, must have a Class A CDL, good driving record and be willing to work varied hours. 703-594-3505 • CDL DRIVERS • ROLLER OPERATORS For Fauquier County area. 540-364-9121 CHEF New restaurant in Sperryville, VA looking for experienced chef with good kitchen management skills. Professional appearance and attitude a must. Opportunity to be creative with menu and help define direction of business. Send resume to Andy Thompson P.0. Box 215 Sperryville, VA 22740 CONSTRUCTION EOE RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISOR Northern VA Be Where It All Happens! Spend 95% of your time In the field supervising On-site home building Operations from start to Finish. Assume full Responsibility for home Including scheduling And supervising Sub contractors to Ensure quality control Excellent salary, Benefits, and PRODUCTION/ QUALITY BONUSES Are available. Forward resume & salary history to: eastemregionhr@ lennar.com Fax: 727-796-8476 US Home Corporation 311 Park Place Bfvd, Suite 200 Clearwater, FL 33759 CONSTRUCTION EXCAVATION OPERATOR for Established General Contractor. Must be experienced in structure excavation and pilefine installation. Assignment to a project in Marshall, VA and/or Centreville, VA. Reply to: M.A. Bongotvammi, Inc. 800-321-9937 Ext 214 CONSTRUCTION LEADS. CARPENTERS & HELPERS No Va- Destgn-build firm of equestrian facilities. Must be courteous & very detail oriented. Wil traxi. Competitive wages with excellent benefits FT year round with advancement opportunities Drug & alcohol free workplace Must have transportation 703-830-9500 Full Tim# Country Cate Positions available • Waitstaff • Dishwasher Evenings, Tues - Sat. FT/PT Apply within: Country Cate 389A Main Street Washington, VA 540-675-1066 Driver PT, needed, for mail route, no CDL required. Good driving record. 540-987-8582 It took 6 YEARS to graduate. Find a job in about 6 MINUTES. Times Classified 347-4222 DRIVERS Limousine company seeks drivers/chauffeurs with custom serv. exp. CDL & non-CDL drivers needed for HUM-V Limos & other limos. Must have great comm, skills, flawless driving record and be willing to work flex hours. Pay depends on exp. Apply In person with DMV record at Oasis Winery, Hume, VA 10amSpm. Ask for Dawn 540-635-7627 Your AD Could BE HERE Call 347-4222 Electrical contracting company Is seeking experienced: ELECTRICIANS & HELPERS Self motivated, able to manage crew and run jobs from start to finish - valid Virginia Driver's License and Copy of Driving Record Required. Must have Tools. Competitive Pay and Benefits. Call 540-349-9541 between Ba 4 5p tor interview. CLASSIFIED ADS WORK! Call Your Rep TODAY! 540-347-4222 or FAX 349-8676 Tobacco Prevention Coordinator Loudoun County Government Develops and implements a grand funded tobacco use prevention program for youth and ensures that all requirements for the grant are met. Program includes a science based health education curriculum for school age children, teen tobacco awareness, and prevention projects. Completes all budget and documentation requirements. Ensures effective program evaluation procedures are designed and implemented. Provides oversight of data collection and delivers data to contract evaluator. Promotes tobacco use prevention through interagency groups and community collaborations. Requires a Bachelor’s degree with major study in health science education, social work, or other human services field with an emphasis on youth, and six months experience including some program management. Prefer two years work related experience. Prefer Certified Prevention Professional. Apply immediately. Ref # 04-019. For additional information and to receive a required application contact Website: www.loudoun.gov or call 24-hr. job line: (703) 777-0536. Human Resources: (703) 777-0213. EOE SUNNYSIDE Job Fair New Business - New Opportunities We will be conducting two sessions to meet applicants for the following full-time and part-time positions for our new operations in Rappahannock County: - Retail Management - HR - Accounting - Kitchen Retail Sales Associates Janitorial Landscape Food Service Requirements: relevant experience for the applied position; motivation and energy; referrals; and excellent customer service and skills for retail positions. Two dates: August 20th from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. and August 23rd from 10:00 am to 2:00pm. Come to the old Sperryville School House at the comer of Hwy 211 and Hwy 522 in Sperryville, Va. Fill out applications and meet our team during your visit. Please, no phone calls or faxes - we'll see you in Sperryville. Come on over to the Sunnyside! FOE TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY LOUDOUN COUNTY GOVERNMENT Zoning Ordinance Case Manager Clerk of Circuit Court Leesburg, Virginia The Zoning Ordinance Case Manager will be responsible for managing all Zoning Ordinance cases during the pre-trial and trial phases of the cases. The case manager will act as the liaison to the Judges on related matters. The case manager will complete all data entry required to update the case disposition in all 200 cases in the case management system, file all pleadings in those cases and supervise the appropriate retention of the court files. This position will coordinate all special case management automation issues, such as electronic storage of filings with the Courts Services Manager and the Chief Deputy Clerk and will be responsible for the retention of all Zoning Ordinance cases. Prefer direct court experience, court file management experience court data entry experience, knowledge of basic clerks -office operations and case management practices. Contingent upon criminal background check. (Hiring Range effective: $16.59 - $22.89/hr) Ref #04-020. It Is the policy of the County of Loudoun to provide fair and equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age or disability FOR ADDrTIONAL EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION OPPORTUNITIES AND TO RECEIVE A REQUIRED APPLICATION: VISIT THE LOUDOUN COUNTY WEB SITE AT www.loudoun.gov Loudoun County, Division of Human Resources 1 Harrison Street S.E., 4th Floor, Leesburg, VA (703) 777-0213 Fax:(703) 771-5525 Telecomm. Device for the Deaf (TDD) Only: (703) 777-0107 Want to sell everything fast? Invest in a crowd-gathering Times Community Newspapers Classified garage sale ad. With one easy call, you can send your ad out to thousands of potential garage sale shoppers. So, dean out your attic. Dust off your kmckknacks Gather up those old clothes Then cal Times Community Newspapers and get ready to mate some quick cash. To place your ad Call 703-777-1110 Fauquier 540-347*4222 Tofl Free 800052-4797 Full Tim* ELECTRICIANSANECO Electrical Construction, Inc. is seeking J ourneymen Electricians, Leadmen, and Apprentices for local commercial projects. Top Pay & great benefits including paid vacation & holidays. For consideration, please call 703-435-6775 or fax resume to 703-435-7633, or email your resume to lllllucas@anecolnc. com. EOE/M/F/D/V/DFWP Electricians w/Residential Exp. New Construction Residential up to $20.00 per hour Health Ins., Pd Vacation, Holidays, and, 40IK. Certified Training Program. Must have transportation and Drivers License. Call Today 703-968-5545 EL. Kellogg Corporation YOUR AD COULD BE HERE! CALL TODAY TO PLACE YOUR AD! 540-347-4222 OR FAX 540-349-8676 • Excavator Loader & Dozer Operators • Laborers •Tandem Dump Truck Drivers Needed Health, Dental, 401K avail. 540-347-6628 Ricky L. Brown & Sons, Inc. Fauquier Springs Country Club • WAITSTAFF • GOLF COURSE EQUIPMENT OPERATORS • LABORERS Please apply Tuesday -Friday between 9:30 am - 4:30 pm Springs Road. Warrenton, VA 540-347-4205 Fax 540-347-2743 Floral Designer Experienced, for busy flower shop. Debbie's Ivy Garden Front Royal Ask for Debbie 540-636-3900 ADS WORK Call 540-347-4222 545 Pull Tim* HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR needed for residential excavation, must be able to read site plans, set grade, and be experienced on loaders, dozers and excavators. Company truck & health insurance provided. 703-594-3505 HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS No. VA developer in Dale City has' immediate openings for Heavy Equipment Operators. Seeking experienced candidates to operate DOZERS. We otter: year round work, medical/life ins., 401K, SsomeOT. Salary commensurate with exp. EOE To apply call: 703-590-4513 INSTALLERS Top Window Co. in search of experienced detail oriented installers with carpentry skills. Top Pay! Call 703-222-6900 IRON WORKERS Experienced rail mechanic, good pay, excellent benefits. Call 703-631-9400 Classified Ads Work Call 347-4222 $42K PLUS PER YEAR! NEED ROUTE SALES ASSOCIATES IMMEDIATELY! Crystal Springs U seeking self-motivated individuals with strong entrepreneurial spirit to join our team to work out of our Alexandria, VA, Sales Centers. The following position is now available; Route Sales Associate ($l2.50hr to start). Train to become a Route Sales Representative. RSRs earn an average of $42K PLUS per year! - Managing an existing customer base, supplying home Si office customers with their choice of water products & delivering 5-gallon bottles of spring water, coffee and related products. The successful candidate needs to be customer focused, have a clean driving record, the ability to handle physically challenging work, and be able to obtain a CDL class B within 30 days. Competitive Benefits package including 40IK with company match. Preemployment physical and dnig test required. EOE Interested candidates may respond by mailing or faxing your resume' to the sale center below. Crystal Springs Alexandria Sales Ctr. (phone: 703-924-5503) Fax: 703-719-9899 Attn: SCM 8630 Fleet Dr. Alexandria, VA 22310 MAINTENANCE/ GROUNDS TECH FT, must have own tools, & knowledge of general maintenance, electric, AC, plumbing,. Must have own transportation. Benefits. Warrenton, VA 540-820-7638 (cell) Fax resume to 540-249-9332 MOWING & WEEDING EATING property in Rappahannock Co. Flexible hours & excellent pay. 540-219-9900 PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT #2479USPS U.S. POSTAL JOBS NOW HIRING FOR 2003! $14.80 TO $36.00 + Hour Free call-Ap/Exam info, e Federal Hire e Full Benefits ePaid Training 1-800-892-5144 Ext. 146 REAL ESTATE SETTLEMENT/ LEGAL ASSISTANT For busy Warrenton law office. Minimum 3 years experience in real estate settlement. Fax resume In confidence to: 540-349-8166 Thomas James Ross II, P.C. Classified ADS WORK! Call Your Rep TODAY! 540-347-4222 or FAX 540-349-8676 Restaurant Waiters/ Service Staff Fine dining service experience preferred, extensive Wine/ Service knowledge a big plus. Earning potential dependant on the candidates working knowledge of wine/service, attitude, drive and professionalism. Full and part time positions as well as group health benefits available. For more information or to schedule and interview call John or Denise at 540-675-1700 or email resume to: lohn@ flinthill pubdchouse.com Flint Hill Public House Route 522 in Flint Hill, VA Sales Immediate openings for commission only sales reps in DC area. Big thinkers needed to sell financial edu cation products Six figure income possi lift* in 1st year. For a discrete interview call 877-656-3340 Sales Manager Area's 2nd largest home builder seeks aggressive, goal oriented Sales Manager for local community. Excellent communication skills, professional appearance and prior sales experience a must. Fax resume to CRANE OPERATOR Smith-Midland Corp. a precast concrete producer, has immediate opening for an experienced operator familiar with a 35 ton crane. We offer medical and dental insurance, 401K savings plan, paid vacation and holidays. This is a full-time and year round position. Qualified person* may apply at Smith-Midland Corp. 5119 Catlett Rd. Midland, VA Beat the Rush! iimundikHn^sj Gk&tfnesrtllefctttts tS &***£*&*£ Place your classified ad now! Early Closing Friday August 29, 2003 for September 3,2003 Publications Times Community Newpapers will be closed on Labor Day, Friday, Monday September 1,2003 (Times iCommufifty Newspapers Northern Virginia Tel: 703.777.1110 Fauquier: 540.347.4222 Fax: 703.689.1278 E-mail: classified@timespapers.com

545 Pull Tim* Minima tied Opening for full-time legal secretary for growing litigation firm in Tysons Corner. Legal experience required. Excellent benefits and competitive salary. Pleas* fax resume to: (703) 873-5519 TRAINEE/ APPRENTICE Plumbing and electrical knowledge helpful. Looking for FT energetic person to assist and be interested in growing into position of Service Technician. Full benefit package. Send DMv record with application or resume to: Country Water Systems 123 W. Spencer St Culpeper, VA 540-825-2781 www.countrvwater svstems.com BUYING? SELLING? Fauquier TimesDemocrat Classified s Have It! Call TODAY. 540-347-4222 Full Thu* > WARRENTON' FARMERS’ CO-OP Currently hiring for the following Full-time Positions • I • RETAIL CUSTOMER SERVICE ASSOCIATES • RETAIL ADMIN ASSISTANT • DELIVERY truck DRVERS We offer a full benefit package and competitive salary. Excellent opportunity to grow with a quality organization. Apply in person: 143 Washington St Warrenton, VA YARD PERSON Theros Equipment in New Baltimore is growing and seeks a dependable, hardworking person to handle checking in, pressure washing, loading and unloading of equipment Some experience preferred but not required. Benefits include health, life, dental & 401K. Come by to complete an application, ask for Chris: 4597 Lee Hwy., New Baltimore, VA 540-347-3291 Your Ad Could be HERE Call Today 347-4222 JIFFY LUBE of Warrenton NOW HIRING • Lube Technicians Experience helpful but will train. Great pay and benefits! (401K, Health Ins. Vaca Pay) Drug free work environment Upto$11.CX>tYxrbased or experience Call 540-341-8663 For Directions To Apply SALES EXECUTIVE SUNNYSIDE FARMS Hiring for a sales leader who has knowledge and experience in the food services sector. Sales management skills and successful track record in driving sales and managing client relationships a must. 8+years experience required. High motivation, strong communication skills, and energy are necessary. Expertise in the areas of protein foods and beef in particular a plus. Experience working with online channels for sailing products also a plus. Position is located in Washington, VA. Salary plus bonus and benefits! Position will report* t° coo. v Email resume Hhjobs@sunnystdefarms.com or mail to: Sunnyside Farms P.O. Box 478 Washington, VA 22747 Attn: HR - sales exec. EOE Day Care Assistant Lovettsvllle, VA Part-time position available at the Lovettsville Community Center. Work schedule Monday-Friday, hours vary but will be a morning shift between 7:30 am and 12:00 pm. Duties include assisting Child Care Supervisor in operation of a child care program, to include supervision of children’s recreational and educational activities. Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a hiah school diploma supplemented by jobrelated course work and two years experience supervision children in recreational or educational activities. Rec #04-031. For additional information and to receive a required application contact Website: www.loudoun. gov or call 24-hr. job line: (703) 777-0536. Human Resources: (703) 777-0213. EOE. 600 - Antiques * CORVETTE '73, clean, matching numbers, all original, T-Top, red, $10,000. 540-364-1524 MUSTANG 1969 2-dr coupe, works and runs great. Original engine, $6200/ obo. Call 703723-1808. BMW 325 Ci. 01: 6 cyl, 5 spd., leather, power sunroof, only 30k miles, $24,955. Jerry’s Chevy 703-771-8300. 1996 BMW 740IL, dk grn w/ beige Ithr int. 4.4 L V8, Auto, fully loaded. 61.500K mi. with 11 OK mi. extended warranty (B2B, $0 deduct). Immaculate condition. $20,900. 703-443-8347. CHEV MONTE CARLO ‘96 64K, leather, AC, Auto, PW/PD/PL, Exc. cond.$5,000. B&M Mo - tor Cars 703-209-7828. FORD EXPEDITION 00 5.4 liter Triton motor rear AC,running boards silver/ grey, 3rd seat 80,000k mi.,good cond. $12,500. 703-898-1336 FORD TAURUS GL ’97: Green, auto, A/C, PW, PL, 61 K mi., runs excellent, looks good. $4,300. 740-707-1998 or 703-929-1185. FORD T-BIRD, '89, 115K mis, AC, am/fm cass, all pwr, runs very good, rebuilt trans. $1700 OBO. 540-349-2602 GEO 1994 PRIZM LSI, 45K mi, excellent cond., $2,995. 703-255-5844. GRAND MARQUIS LS '97, loaded, 4DR, includes remote starter. Blue w/ white Ithr. New Michelin tires. 10 CD changer. Approx 75K mis.Garaged.Dream car $7200. 540-788-9568 HONDA CIVIC 1992 LX 4 dr, auto, cruise control, AC, 205K, good cond. int/ext. Original owner. $1,950. 703-727-2344. HONDA DEL SOL 1995 144K, runs excel, looks good, CD, AC, PW/PS/ PL, Black. $5200 OBO. Jancy 703-726-9965. JAGUAR XJ6 1987 Black, new tires, loaded AZ car. Gar. kept, 44K, Immaculate $11,500 OBO. 540-683-9677. LEXUS 2001, ES300, gray, 32K, AT, Ithr, snrl, CD, heated seats, non smkr, fact, warr, garaged home/work. $25,000. 540-347-6560 Nissan Altlma 1995, 100K mi, 4-drs, 4-cyl, p/s, p/w, abs, ac, cass-. new brakes. CarFax $3500. 540-837-2521 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX •95,AT, PW, PDL, keyless, 140K hwy mis, 1 ownr, well maint, $2995 OBO 540-428-1734 VOLVO 1987 240 DL, new brakes/ battery, Good car. $2000. Caall 540-751-0561. VOLVO 850 GLT 1996 Blue/green, beige Ithr. int., sunroof, new tires. 102K mi, $7000. 703222-0953. VOLVO 740, 90, 135K mis, runs great, AC, now inspection, $2500. OBO. 540-349-1262 VW JETTA WAGON'02, black, GLS V6, 4DR, 13,500 mis, moonrf, AC, CD, side airbags, PW. $500 less than Blue Book at $20,900. 703-628-8448 Fauquier Times-Democrat: Where the Readers Are! Call Today 540-347-4222 REAL ESTATE MANAGING, SELLING & PROCESSING Well-established and fast growing INC 500 Company is gearing up to manage and dispose of thousands of single-family properties throughout VA and WVA. If you have experience managing or selling real estate, processing Ml claims, coordinating closings we are looking for you. Fax resume & salary requirements to HR 703-726-6434, email to iobs@horizon-inc.com for more info visit our website at www.horizoninc.com AA/EOE PURDY BROS. TRUCKING CO., INC. WINCHESTER, VA. DUE TO EXPANDING BUSINESS HIRING FULL-TIME & PART-TIME DRIVERS • $1,000 SIGN ON BONUS • 99% NO TOUCH FREIGHT • 2001 MODEL CENTURY CLASS • FREIGHTLINER TRUCKS • UP TO 32 CENTS PER MILE • 401K • MEDICAL, DENTAL, VISION, LIFE, INS. REQUIRMENTS: / VERIFIABLE EXPERIENCE 4 CLASS A CDL < • GOOD MVR Midwest, over the road and regional positions INTERESTED, QUALIFIED DRIVERS CALL JERRY 1-888-444-9943 ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT/ EXECUTIVE SECRETARY Smith-Midland Corp. is seeking an Administrative Assistant to the CEO. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years experience working directly with a CEO. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office is required. Duties include transcribing correspondence, taking meeting minutes, proofing, supervising other office personnel and other duties such as planning meetings, corporate functions and company events, making travel arrangements and directing inquires from stockholders. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit package, including medical/dental insurance, 401K plan and educational reimbursement Qualified applicants may send resumes including salary history to: Human Resources Dept Smith-Midland Corp. P.O. Box 300 Midland, VA 22728 Fax: 540-439-1232 E-mail: vvtaylor@smithmidland.com EOE M/F/D/V •10 JEEP CHEROKEE SE 1999, 2dr, 4WD, 5 spd., 80K, originial owner, great cond. premium sound system. $6,000 OBO. 304-728-8871. INFLATABLE BOATS, 1 man $7.99, 3 man $14.99, 4 man $19.99, set/oars $4.99. Stokes Mart, 506 E. Main St. Front Royal, VA. HONDA SHADOW 750 CD '99: American Classic Edition, 5.7 K + extras, exe. cond., $4400/ OBO. 703-726-6496. 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Elizabeth Jenkins Sperryville resident Elizabeth Frances Jenkins, 85, of Sperryville died Aug. 7 at her residence. Mrs. Jenkins was bom Sept. 17, 1917 to the late Fred Garfield and Mary Frances Jenkins. She was a member of Slate Mills Baptist Church. Mrs. Jenkins is preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Gid Jenkins, a sister, Ethel Jenkins and a brother, John Thomas Jenkins. She is survived by a daughter, Joyce Brown of Sperryville and a sister, Mary Tbvar of Culpeper. Additional survivors include a special niece, Maria Tbvar and many other nieces and nephews. A funeral service was held on Aug. 11 at Found and Sons Funeral Chapel with Pastor Virgil Wilson and Rev. Sanford Martin officiating. Memorial contributions may be made in her name to the Hospice of the Rapidan. P. O. Box 1715, Culpeper, Va. 22701. John F. LeKander Sperryville resident John Foster LeKander, 51, died Aug. 7 at his residence in Sperryville. Mr. LeKander was born July 30, 1952 in Arlington to the late Gilbert LeKander and Carol Foster LeKander. He is survived by his wife, Ann Britto LeKander of Sperryville, stepmother, Mary LeKander of Manassas, four stepchildren, Hank Beaver of Warrenton, Ann Renee’ of Falls Church, Brian Beaver of Flint Hill and Daniel Beaver of Marshall. Additional survivors include two stepbrothers, Rick and John Squires, three stepsisters, Becky Squire, Judy Strachan and Nancy Castello, his cousin, Dale Olsen and a host of other family and friends. A memorial service was held at the family’s home at 120 Briar Ridge Lane in Sperryville on Aug. 10. Contributions may be made to Hospice of the Rapidan, P. O. Box 1715, Culpeper, Va. 22701. 1 CLARKE HARDWARE Has Canning Supplies •Mason Jars *Lids & Rings •Cold Rack •Pressure Canncrs Cannery •Canning Funnels & Tongs 201 E. Davis Street • Culpepir-s 825-9178 Open: 7:30 am-S:30 pm Monday-Saturday w w wclaxkghfcrdware.com Fred Hoffmann Amissville resident Fred (Mike) Hoffmann, 67, of Amissville died Aug. 5 at Fauquier Hospital. Mr. Hoffmann was bom Oct. 18, 1935 in Hungary. He worked as an auto body technician at Fairfax Chrysler Plymouth for 12 years. ' Survivors include his wife of 35 years, Mrs. Ann R. Hoffmann of Amissville; two daughters, Debbie Carpenter of Madison, Cindy Summers of Culpeper, and one son, Chris Hoffmann of Culpeper. Additional survivors include two sisters, Emily Petry and Maria Petrovich both from Arlington Heights, 111., and three grandchildren. A funeral service was held on Aug. 9 at Moser Funeral Home Chapel. Interment was in Bright View Cemetery in Warrenton. Percy E. Bane Sperryville resident Percy Edgar Bane, 80 of Sperryville died Aug. 10 at University Medical Center. He was bom May 3, 1923 in Lexington to the late Craig Bane and Elizabeth Bane of Rockbridge County. Mr. Bane was a veteran of World War II and a retired vehicle inspector for the federal government. He pastored Etlan Free Methodist Church for 13 \Mountain Majesty\ Only *495.000 Situated on 5 hilltop acres in Sperryville, Virginia, 3,500 sf. of living, 4 bedrooms. 3 1/2 baths, hardwood floors, fully furnished, accessorized, 3 stone fireplaces, Gazebo, intercom, upgraded appliances, the list goes on and on. | Excellent Corporate or Family Retreat! I Adams-Nelson & Associates, Inc. Call Mike Silek or Jim McLanrin to see this properti 1 540-667-2424 Liii ®swks rgm Bean Hollow- New Listing 171 acres located between Flint Hill and Washington. Frontage on Jordan River with numerous streams running through the property. Mixture of gentle slope and elevated building sites. All hardwoods with new roads through property. $990,000 Foi Flight - Located on the edge of the village of Orlean in Fauquier County, this charming restored 1840 house is truly one of a kind. Situated well off the road with mountain views and an extensive garden, this property is ideal for a weekend home or a hunt box in the heart of the Old Dominion Hounds Hunt. Property includes restored 2200 s. f. home, stable, pasture, and a garage. $639,000 Cornerstone, c. 1870 - 85+/- acres farm located in Rappahannock County with incredible mountain views. The 4200sf home has 5 bedrooms. 3-1/2 baths and has been completely restored with all modem conveniences. Other improvements include 18 stall stable, bam, riding ring, 5 fenced-paddocks and in-ground swimming pool. $1,500,000. Finally - Located just outside the village of Flint Hill, on 40+/open elevated acres, 4400 sf custom home built by well known builder, incredible mountain views in every direction. Property also has bam suitable for stable conversion. Pond with great flow. $869,000. Montpelier c. 1745. Under Contract - Early 18th century manor house on 400+/- acres in the Francis Thornton Valley, at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Rappahannock County. Grand eightcolumned portico, beautiful carved mantels and graceful main stairway. Dependencies include tenant house, ice house, bam, smoke house, 2 additional tenant cottages, and a 2500 ft. grass landing strip with three hangars. $2,600,000 Summerhill, Under Contracl^dteautiful 200 acre estate located in the ShenandoaE27aTTeK!iH at an elevation of 1200 ft, the 7,000sf horntj0Kki.^LstruBd^ 2000 and is built to the highest staiutek fliKwirmaterial. Breathtaking mountain v^EaMAjgjPre Worn almost every room. Amenities include tenag^^use; 10-stall stable, equipment shed, board fencing and 'numerous other improvements. Also numerous streams and a pond. $1,750,000. ISI Contact Justin H. Wiley (540) 672-5603 IE hi.W’K I l.\RI)Y l\( Ki-ai.tors All that glitters is not gold... It's the results that count! It has been a busy year! SOLDS *** SOLDS Nice Farmette, 4 acres in 3 tracts, horse farm...$199,900 4.10 acres, open lot near Amissville..$69,000 3BR/1BA Rambler on 1.72.....$99,990 Cedar sided immaculate home on 2 acres...$277,000 Farmhouse in town of Washington..$168,000 14.50 acres, two streams..$95,000 Rt. 231 30x50-frame dwelling on 11.098 acres.$235,000 71 acres view of Old Rag, mostly wooded...$350,000 Stunning home on 5 acres w/all amenities..$600,000 Beautiful estate home on 30 acres.$800,000 Duplex in Amissville on 2 acres.$120,000 Delicious retreat 2BR/1BA on 6 acres.$305,000 Cedar sided home on 34 acres, very private.$595,000 Great starter home on lot W/2BR/1BA.$105,000 Architecturally fun home on 6 acres.$310,000 10.5 acres, private with building site.$89,900 Private home on 5 acres near Town of Washington.$270,000 New home on lot w/3BR/2BA...$138,000 25 acres, mountaintop, great vws.$145,000 Spacious home on 2 acres, in ground pool......$274,000 ♦UNDER CONTRACT* • 12 acres w/small fruit stand • 2 acres near Sperryville • 31 acres nice views • Cedar sided home well kept 3BR/2BA • 27 acre-3 house property • 2BR/1BA home near Boston • Convenience store & residence Rt. 211 • 3BR/1BA home on lot • 12.34 acres on Rt. 231 ♦INVENTORY AVAILABLE* Brookside: Charming home on 46+ acres & guest cottage. $795,000 River Farm: Elegant home on 47+ acres, 2800 ft. river frontage. $975,000 Eagles Nest: 50 acs., 10,000 sq. ft. home, pool, tennis court. $1,895,000 Reality Farm: 175 acres, 5 ponds, silo apartment, lush fields. $1,750,000 Tucked Away 4BR/3BA home on 17 acres. $529,900 Farmhouse on,two separate lots. $220,000 Passive solar home W/3BR/2BA On, 14 acres. $395,000 Laurel Mills Store: Country store w/apt. above. $349,500 Stop by today to inquire about one of our listings or if you are interested in listing your property. We can give you a no obligation Customer Marketing Analysis! 12699 Lee Highway • Washington, VA 22747 Rappahannock Office: 540-987-9243 • tvww.SamSneadRealty.com If you wish to search the Multiple Listing System go to Homesdatabase.com/samsnead Denise Chandler, Agent Dulcida Estrada, Agent ■ Amy Sloane Timbers, Agent Emily Taylor, Agent nj Sam Snead, Broker ---' -*V a years, and attended the Free Methodist Church in Culpeper. After retiring from the ministry he continued the ministry at Our Fathers House Christian Home in Brandy Station. He is preceded in death by his first wife, Althea Bane, five brothers, Luther, John, Cleo, Rowe and William Bane, and four sisters, Lucinda and Virginia Bane, Estelle Vest, Rosa Hostetter. Mr. Bane is survived by his wife, Nina Bane, one brother, Leonard Bane of Clinton, Md. two sisters, Nannie Ailstock of Covington, Va. and Blanche B. Tutwiler of Stauton, Va. one stepdaughter, Jean Bettger of Palm Bay, Fla. two stepsons, John Merrel and Harry Merrel both from Handover, Pa. Additional survivors include 11 step-grandchildren nieces and nephews. A funeral service was heli on Aug. 13 at Found and Sor Funeral Chapel in Culpeper, with Rev. Charles Beahm, Rev. Mark Cook and Rev. Walter Taylor officiating. Interment followed at Culpeper National Cemetery, with military honors provided by the American Legion 330 and VFW Post 2524. Memorial contributions may be made in his name to the Free Methodist Church Building Fund, 1136 Spenyville Pike, Culpeper, Va. 22701. SOLD Regional, National and International Marketing SummerhiM Justin Wiley of Frank Hardy, Inc. is pleased to announce the recent sale of Summerhill, a beautiful 200 acre estate located near Stanley, in the Shenandoah Valley. Set at an elevation of 1200 ft, the 7,000sf home was constructed in 2000 and is built to the# highest standard with the finest of materiah Breathtaking mountain vistas are visible from almost every room. Amenities include tenant house, 10-stall stable, equipment shed, board fencing and numerous other improvements. Also numerous streams and a pond. Representing owners and purchasers of Virginia's most noted properties: WARRENTON PIEDMONT CHARLOTTESVILLE GLOUCESTER Justin H. Wiley, (540) 672-5603 Frank Hardy. Inc., Realtors FARM AND ESTATE BROKERS List your Property with Armfield, Miller & Ripley, Inc. & Sotheby’s International Realty ,4 Armfield, Miller & Ripley, Inc. is the sole and exclusive Sotheby’s International Realty listing agency for Rappahannock County. ’ Alan Zuschlag, of Armfield, Miller 8c Ripley, is accepting listings 4 of properties for sale in Rappahannock County.. - v ^ farmer $ftd landowner, Alan understood the r^needs and concerns of Rappahannock resident in finding the* % right buyers for their farms and homes. Let hkn work for you to market your property tp global audience of Qualified buyers. ^ Please contact Alan at 540-937-6124 or alab^aitns-estate&ccmi. for more information and to discuss listing your property with ' him and its potential to be listed in the Sotheby’s program. \bu can also visit his website at: www.farms-estate.com. f - ■ } •' - S.-v J}?**', j ££{. *•/ . # ». '•' V T^; Incorporated, Real Estate i, ¥::; fj ? v- : fe't.S" • .. *,*s r . 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