Rappahannock News, April 7, 2005

.Rappahannock County's Family Newspaper Since 1877 127th Year ... No. 14 Phone (540)675-3338 THURSDAY, APRIL 7, 2005 Worldwide at timescommunity.com : '-u yj • -I ?0Sgf Photo courtesy of Joanie and Robert Ballard LOCAL ARTIST: Tom Mullany prepares one of his pieces that will be on display at the R.H. Ballard Art Rug Home during the Artists of Rappahannock County Studio and Gallery Tour. Calling all artists from Rappahannock County By Betsy Hille Special to the Rappahannock News Autumn in Rappahannock County is filled with the colors and creations of nature. This fall those colors and creations will also be reflected in the works of many of Rappahannock’s most talented artists. The Rappahannock Association for the Arts and the Community (RAAC) will present the first, in what is hoped to be an annual two-day art festival, “Artists of Rappahannock County” Studio & Gallery Ibur, November 5 and 6. The goal for the festival is to draw crowds of art lovers throughout Virginia, the Greater Washington area, and from elsewhere in the Mid-Atlantic. “Rappahannock County is privileged to have some of the finest artists on the Atlantic Coast,” said Claudia Mitchell, president of RAAC, “By initiating this first festival, RAAC will begin to brand Rappahannock as an arts destination.” Artists participating in the juried See ARTISTS, Page A3 Photo courtesy of Jean Lafitte National Park Mammei Survey VIRGINIA’S BAT: The Virginia BigEared bat has been named as the state bat by Governor Mark Warner. Meetings • On Tuesday, April 12 the Rappahannock County School Board will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the Rappahannock County High School band room. • On Wednesday, April 13 the Washington Town Council will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the Town Hall on Gay Street Highlights from the Agenda include a Public Hearing on a Special Use Permit request by the Inn at Little Washington to convert existing retail space into overnight accommodations at 371 Main St., Wastewater and Reservoir Updates, Budget for FY 2005/2006, and nominations, evaluations, reappointments, and appointments to Tcwn Committees. Rappahannock News P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747 , (540) 675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) Virginia’s gone batty By Jeanne Spath Rappahannock News Staff Writer Ask most anyone in Virginia what the state bird is and a quick response, “Cardinal” would be given. The same would occur with the state flower and tree — the dogwood. However, dig a little deeper and the response time would lag a bit for the lesser known state representatives. As of July 1, 2005, the Commonwealth will have a state bat — the Virginia Big-Eared bat. The Virginia Big-Eared bat will now join the ranks of some of Virginia’s other celebrated critters including the state dog (American fox hound), a state insect (tiger swallowtail butterfly), a state fish (brook trout), a state shell (oyster), and a state fossil (Chesapecten jeffersonius). See BAT, Page A3 'V.. . •., . Giant down ip." ■ - ' ■ ■'V~ ' : - , . 7 7 ,, , / ■ ,' 7 Nasty weekend weather wrecked havoc on Brenda Lindsey'S property located at 473 Richmond .{Road in Castleton. Their 230-year-old mulberry ; tree was no match for gale force winds that leveled the majestic tree that was covered with English Ivy. '||f The windstorm that blew through Rappahannock County destroyed the tree on Sunday, April 3, taking with it two classic cars that were on the property. With the ground so heavily saturated, the | tree was uprooted. Lindsey said that she, was sura : the two cars -were a total loss. Ij| The tree lost a part of its historical value five years ago due to a lightening strike, which destroyed the house roof * fence and the well house. '“Amazing how much havoc mother nature can ’ ng upon us,” said Lindsey. - . V* S' The mulberry tree will no longer share its beauJt shade or privacy to the Lindsey’s family, but will be replaced with possibly a popular tree one day in the future. ' ' ’ " . _ \$ys> * $ Rappahannock Niwa Staff Photos/Jan Clatterbuck {- r' V *- .: , . . • ; .,; School board faces tough decision By Ruth Purnell Rappahannock News StafT Writer Tuesday morning started early for the Rappahannock County Public School Board as they gathered for a special session to hear some disquieting news from superintendent of schools, Dr. Bob Chappell. Chappell called the meeting in lieu of events that transpired at the Board of Supervisors meeting the day before when Chappell informed the board that the only bid they have received for the school facility construction package (which includes a variety of construction projects) was approximately $1.4 million dollars higher than expected. The school board found itself faced with a difficult decision. Approximately $3,715,000 has already been approved for the facilities construction plan for the 2005-2006 school year budget, however the construction bid from Lantz Construction in Winchester has come to $5,102,144. The construction plan includes several different projects each with their respective priority to the school board. Going from the highest to the lowest in priority the projects are as follows: • A new sloping roof was planned for the elementary school as well as an electrical system upgrade and an upgrade to the HVAC system. • At the high school level, there were plans for an upgraded track and athletic field and an auxiliary gym. • Coming in last on the priority list was the addition of three classrooms to the elementary school. Two Options In the wake of insufficient funds budgeted for these different facilities the board must now choose which project they plan to eliminate in order to stay within the $3,715,000 budget. In the meeting Tuesday the board discussed two different approaches to a hopeful solution. Proposed Projects 1. RCES New Sloping Roof (Building Area A-E) 2. RCES Electrical System Upgrade (Building AreaA-G) 3. RCES HVAC System Upgrade (Building Area A-G) 4. Upgrade RCHS Track and Athletic Field 5. RCHS Auxiliary Gymnasium 6. RCES Classroom Addition The first option is to eliminate the construction of the auxiliary gym which would come to a total deletion of $1,445,900 in costs. The total funds available for construction would then come to $3,656,244. The second option is to eliminate the construction of the high school track and the additional classrooms at the elementary school. It is estimated that this process will cut costs by $1,480,000 bringing the total funds available for the overall construction project to $3,612,144. Board members reviewed the pros and cons to each option at length, attempting to find alternative solutions to the problem. Based on his Monday meeting with the Board of Supervisors, Chappell felt that remarks made by County Administrator John McCarthy showed the board’s preference would be to have the track and elementary school addition removed and have the track See BOARD. Page A3 Smiling again Sri Lankan children get a treat with some new materials from local help. See Page A8. Hotel Rwanda Come see this riveting movie about one man’s struggle to protect family and country. See Page B1. Spring songfest, The Theatre is offering a gala of broadway tunes and arias on April 16. See Page B1. Where’s the beef? Sperryville Country store offers convenience and a cut above the rest. See Page A12.

How many black dots on the town horizon? By Jeanne Spath Rappahannock News Staff Writer The Tbwn of Washington has much on its plate right now, with the first and foremost issue being the potential growth of the historic town. The remainder of the town’s issues, such as the development of a wastewater treatment facility, hinges on this growth factor. In light of this, the town’s officials have hired consultants to assist them, making certain that all factors are considered. Last week members of the Washington Tbwn Council and Washington Town Planning Commission joined together in a public meeting with Milt Herd of Herd Planning & Design, Ltd from Leesburg, Va. and Vlad Gavrilovic of Paradigm Design from Res ton, Va., to discuss possible scenarios of growth under the current Tbwn of Washington Comprehensive Plan. “It is always good for areas to find out what the current potential is when they are updating their plans,” Hard Said. In the current plan, property with rural resident zoning must conform to no less than one and one-half acres, with the remaining property being broken into one-half acre parcels. Construction throughout the town has, for the most part, been confined to the streets within the original grid of the town and the roadways leading out of Washington. There are less than 100 homes within the town’s limits. Current zoning allows . for more homes However, Herd and Gavrilovic proposed several potential scenarios that could occur with the current zoning regulations, with increased housing varying from an additional 87 (on the high side) to a modest 27 new units. Throughout the presentation, the planners did continually remind their audience that these alternatives are “concepr Maps courtesy of Herd Planning and Design CURRENT ZONING: This map shows the Town of Washington as it appears today with the black dots representing current structures. tual in nature, created for the purpose of illustrating broad polity choices facing the Tbwn.” No zone changes provide several buildout options The first proposed scenario presented showed no change to existing zoning or subdivision regulations, allowing for a possible buildout maximum of 77 new units. In this situation, many of the lots would be non-conforming under current zoning standards, meaning that variances would need to be granted to accommodate new buildings. According to the proposed maps, rural residential areas would be subdivided with lots of approximately one acre, with one dwelling unit per lot. In providing a way to maintain open spaces on the outskirts of town, Herd provided an alternative, which he called cluster development. This density would also be permitted under the current rural residential zoning, using mandatory cluster provisions. These lots would be a maximum of one-half acre each, with the remainder of the larger tracts being under easement, allowing for an additional 87 new units. Roadways leading into these subdivisions could either be culde-sacs, which are under regulation by the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) or could be private roadways, developed and maintained by homeowners associations or private homeowners. However, there are drawbacks to these private roads, with school busses and postal service not being mandatory to residents. According to Herd, this would allow the land to be used BUILDOUT POTENTIAL: The buildout potential for the Town of Washington, under the current Comprehensive Plan, could allow up to 87 new dwellings. This map shows only 77 new dwellings. to maximum efficiency with views of the houses being limited from the incoming town roads. Downzoning a possibility Another possibility would be to have the rural residential property divided into large parcels, up to six acres each, with only one dwelling per parcel. While this option would allow for at least 41 new dwelling units, the town would have to downzone to reduce density and preserve more open spaces at the edges of the town. According to Herd, zoning regulations that apply to property are not always permanent. “Zoning is a legislative act by the governing body, and the governing body may change the zoning regulations, as long as the changes conform with state code and constitutional provisions,” he said. Town council member, Claudia Mitchell asked if landowners would have to be compensated for loss of land values due to downzoning. In response to that issue, Herd elaborated, “The U. S. Supreme Court has ruled that a zoning restriction must prevent ‘all economic use’ of the property before it qualifies as ‘taking’ of property rights requiring compensation. This allows quite a bit of regulation before compensation would be required.” The exception to this situation is when a landowner has ‘proffered’ certain conditions as part of a rezoning action under conditional zoning procedures. Then, government officials may not reduce the density of the tract without the landowner giving permission. ' Rezone the Town? Completely re-zoning the entire town would be a possibility as well, basing the entire Tbwn of Washington on the original traditional settlement pattern, ensuring the historic visual character. The existing subdivision standards do not allow the con DEPARTMENT ' - - — MONDAY, TUESDAY, THURSDAY & FRIDAY 8AM-6PM WEDNESDAY 8AM-8PM SATURDAY 8AM-2PM Yes! □ Please enter my new subscription to: Sappahannock Neius Subscription Kates By Rappahannock.*21 Elsewhere in the U.S.*27.°°/year Name __ Address __ City_ State Zip - Mail subscriptions arc payable in advance. Make check or money order payable to: Sappahatmocfc Nous, P.O. Box 59, Washington, VA 22747 ginia 22747. This form may also be used for CHANGE OF ADDRESS OUAkfaen: NewAddre* I---1 The Rappahannock News (USPS #455580) is published every Thursday at 249 Main Street, Washington,Virginia 22747by Rappahannock News, a division of Arundel Communications, Inc. Periodicals postage paid at Warrenton, Virginia and at additional mailing offices. Subscriptions are $22.00 a year in Rappahannock; $29.95 elsewhere in U.S. POSTMASTER Send address changes to Rappahannock News, RO. Box 59, Washington, Virginia 22747 Home alone? Are you sure? 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This would also allow limited new building units with private access easements and easements on open spaces. In this scenario, there would be a possibility of 67 new units, with the majority of them being located at the edges of the existing historic core. Herd offers a final possibility In closing the presentation, Herd and Gavrilovic offered a final possibility, which fits similarly with the engineering plan that has been developed by Herb White of W W Associates of Charlottesville. White is a consultant who has been hired by the Tbwn of Washington to provide possibilities of sanitary sewer designs. In his most recent report, White discussed the rate of growth that would be calculated for sewage provision, stating an increase of approximately 27 new dwellings within the next 25 years for the Tbwn of Washington. “You should not let sewer constraint growth,” Garvrilovic offered to the joint council and planning commission,”if necessary, additional Units could use wastewater alternatives, such as PureFlow.” Thus, a traditional, low-density option could possibly be the most appealing to the residents of the town in the new Comprehensive Plan. In this option, the same principles and standards would be mandated, however, lower density standards would be built into the new codes. This decrease in density would allow more of the rural landscape to be preserved with a less infill development around the historic core of Washington. Herd reminded his audience that, “now is the time to lower the existing development envelop.” As the Tbwn of Washington continues its pursuit of a revised Comprehensive Plan, Gary Schwartz, Tbwn Planning Commissioner, welcomes input and asked, “How can we get the residents of the town to these meetings?” The next scheduled joint meeting between the Tbwn Council and the Tbwn Planning Commission will be held at the Washington Tbwn Hall on April 25 at 7:30 p.m. with Herd and Gavrilovic addressing the town’s gateway and how the newly-revised Rappahannock County Comprehensive Plan could affect the Tbwn of Washington. xiarihmn Woodward ^JhanL 'Ljou To All The Family & Friends of Thomas D. Compton Special Thanks to David Clanagan and Jim Williams Perhaps you sent a lovely card or sat quietly in a chair Perhaps you sent a funeral spray if so we saw it there Perhaps you spoke the kindest words, as any friend could say Perhaps you were not there at all, just thought of us that day Whatever you did to console our hearts We thank you so much whatever the part. v,. by the Family of £»* Thomas D. Compton

Lost Foxhound Reward Large, White, Male, Long Hair Coat Brown Spots on Both Ears #66 Written on Both Sides (which are shaved) Call Michael Brown 540-547-2466 or 540-825-0682 Rappahannock News Photo/Ann Spieker Cutting edge Washington Volunteer Fire and Rescue (WVFD) members Nathaniel Griffin (left) and Johathan Bankston prepare to remove the roof of a vehicle during a recent Fire School training in Winchester. Five members of WVFD, D.J. Frye, Kim Hogan, Julie Estes, Bankston and Griffin, became certified in extrication, or using tools and Jaws of Life to get trapped people out of wrecked vehicles. Artists From Page A1 festival will display their artwork either in their own studios or in a gallery setting at one of the many professional galleries in Washington, Sperryville and Flint Hill. At least eight venues are anticipated for the festival, showcasing a variety of different media. Visitors will pick up a descriptive map of the many studios and galleries on the tour at the Fire Hall in Washington. The Fire Hall itself will be transformed into a gallery during the event, serving as one of the group show locations. Mitchell observed, “One of the great features of this art tour is that it gives attendees the unique pleasure of visiting artists in their very own stu dios and seeing their works it progress. After all, an artist’s studic environment can actuallj inspire the artistic process.” She continued, “We will have brochures to encourage patronage of our local restaurants, retail shops and inns The festival can be experienced as a day-long event or a weekend stay. We invite oui local businesses to plan special promotions or events foi that weekend.” A RAAC committee of volunteers is responsible for tht planning, promotion and management of the festival Already, a “Call for Artists’ has been issued. Entries will be judgec against specific criteria by a panel of professional jurors foi acceptance into the show. All applicants must be Rappahannock County residents. There will be entry fees foi all participating artists, gallery and studio owners. Self-Storage Special «25 OFF 1st Month Pry • Clean * Above Ground Storage Closet $• Parage Size 540-987-8507 Hf/ Sperrvville Storage Company _I Three River Lane, Sperryville, VA 22740 Rappahannock County Road Map 24" by 24" dry-mounted, framed and ready to hang! $95 plus shipping and handling (free local delivery) Carl Zitzmann Photography 540-937- 6430 spayne r ools& Spas Service * Sales - Pool Cleaners •Wawkeye SPAS . il dimes || Community Newspapers j| For news that clicks... TIMESCOMMUNITY. COM Northern Virginia Bat From Page A1 In making his declaration to the Legislature, Governor Mark Warner said, “I see no harm in designating a state bat, no matter how odd-looking the Virginia Big-Eared bat might be.” However, I am compelled to add this. At this point Governor Warner broke into uncharacteristic prose: , I took some grief for my nudist park pun. But resist I cannot on this one. I will sign this bill, more or less of free will. „ But I can’t do it without having some fun. We have a state dog and a fish and a bird. And of the fossil I’m sure you have heard. So why not a bat? What’s wrong with that? The state beverage is no more absurd. Upon my signature now it appears, The designation will now last for years. I’ll spare you the Latin If you’re seeking the bat in A guidebook, it’s the one with big ears. I think our bat’s up to the test. If you doubt it, just ask Adam West. He was TV’s Bruce Wayne — the caped crusader’s real name — and could ‘Zap!’ and ‘Kapow!’ with the best. Searching for a siting of this unique bat could be difficult as it has been listed as an endangered species. However, look for a bat that is about three and one-half to four inches long with, as Governor Warner said, big ears. The ears on this bat are more than one inch long with two large lumps or glands on the muzzle. They are pale to dark brown on the back and light brown underneath and are often mistaken for Rafinesque’s Big-Eared bats, which are found in Kentucky. Virginia Big-Eared bats also have short toe hairs, in contrast to Rafinesque’s Big-Eared bats who have hairs on their feet that extend past the toes. The Virginia Big-Eared bat can be found in isolated populations in eastern Kentucky, eastern West Virginia, southwestern Virginia and northwestern North Carolina. They prefer caves with limestone bedrock, dominated by oak-hickory or beech-maple hemlock forest, with temperatures ranging from 32 to 54 degrees fahrenheit. If there is a siting, just be certain to remember that this strange looking creature is one of our own, a designated representative of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Jeanne Spath may be reached at jspath@timespapers.com Interested artists may contact Nancy Keyser at 540-675-3310 for an application. The time line for the application process is as follows: Applications will be available beginning April 21. Deadline for application is May 2. Artists will be notified of acceptance by May 31. Entry fees for all participating artists will be due June 15. The committee also seeks local sponsorships to help defray the cost of organizing and promoting the festival. “Artists of Rappahannock” is one of the many ways that RAAC supports the arts and culture of Rappahannock County. Over the last 23 years, RAAC’s mission has been to enrich the lives of local residents through exposure to the arts, and to promote a sense of community in the county through workshops, dances, programs, concerts, school events, cinema, and other activities. “With the art festival, RAAC reaches out through the Mid-Atlantic region to introduce many others to the unique beauty of our county, both the natural beauty, and the beauty that has been created by so many local, talented artists,” concluded Mitchell. For more information, contact Nancy Keyser at 540-6753310. MARKET LEADERS Since 2002, we have handled 25% of all real estate sold in the county, more than twice as much as any other firm. Frank Hardy, Inc. Realtors RAPPAHANNOCK OFFICE 540-675-3999 www.farmandestate.net The History of SOCIAL SECURITYIts Past, Present, & Future Dr. Edward Berkowitz Chairman, Department of History . George Washington University Saturday April 16, 2005 7:30 PM Rappahannock County High School 1,500-4,600 sii ft.' Office 1,500 4,700 so. ft. Warehouse Olce/Warehonse Excellent Condition £ Read) lor Immediate Oecopanej Adjacent to Faoooier Ties Democrat io le Heart of Warrenton Board From Page A1 project reopened for bidding as a separate project. The School Board discussed this idea and saw some merit in it as Lantz Construction company would be sub-contracting the track project out as it presents a building and engineering challenge not in their realm of construction. Chairman of the board Wesley Mills (Jackson) said he wanted to work with the Board of Supervisors in a “cooperative spirit” and suggested that each school board member contact their respective supervisor to get a clearer understanding of how he or she feels about the issues, at hand. Coming down to a vote Board members were not in agreement on which way to go and the vote was not unanimous. School board chairman Wesley Mills was in favor of passing a motion made by Ken Marlor (Stonewall/ Hawthorne) which would eliminate the track and school addition with the objective of reopening bids for the track at a later date. Both Mills and Marlor voted for this option. School board members Meredith Gorfein (Hampton) and Rosa Crocker (Wakefield) voted against. The School Board was now in a stalemate position with two votes for this option and two votes against. A deciding fifth vote was not possible as Aline Johnson (Piedmont) was not present. Since Johnson was unable to vote, the issue will be voted on again and decided at the next scheduled school board meeting on April 12. Education vs. athletics Crocker and Gorfein both expressed concern about con MO structing a new gym over providing additional educational space. They also expressed their desire not to see the track upgrade put off for yet another year. Marlor reminded the board that according to Title IX the school is required to offer one more girls sport during the winter season. Currently, boys are offered both basketball and wrestling, while girls are only offered basketball. Gymnastics would be the alternative option for the girls. Marlor further stated that out of the numerous calls he has received from constituents in his district the residents have mostly been in favor of the construction of the auxiliary gym. Chappell added that practice time has become an issue as some students are not getting home until 9 p.m. or having to come to school at 7 a.m. to practice because of the limited space that only one gym allows. Emotions were visably at a peak among board members. While not opposed to providing additional room for sports activities, Gorfein and Crocker were not comfortable with sacrificing additional classrooms stressing the academic side of educating the county’s youth. However, other members clearly saw the need for an adequate sports program partnered with academics. With emotions running high among board members over essentially weighing the risks and rewards of this decision, the board found themselves at a stand still. The meeting adjourned with the board’s assumption that Chappell would get more exact figures on construction plans and that board members would take more time to ponder the options put to them, as well as getting in touch with their respective supervisors. Ruth Purnell may be reached at rpurnell@timespapers.com. rully Insured • Bonded C.R. Jenkins 540-987- 9048 VvC<=osed Jenkins Tree Service & Landscaping Trimming • Topping • Take Downs Stump Removal • Mulching Fertilizing • Root Feeding • Spraying Lot Clearing & Cleanup P.O. Box 331 Sperryville, VA 22740 *. . Ice House Antiques &. 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Completed forms and fees may be mailed to RCDC, PO Box 277, Washington, VA 22747 or given to one of the officers. Linda Dietel, Ray Boc, Julie Emery, or Yogi Bear. In all cases the forms must be in the hands of an officer no later than 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 13, 2005. Slates p nla> be formed, and the same deadline and rules shall apply. Delegate Filing Forms, copies of the Call to Caucus, and the Temporary Rules for the Caucus are available at the Registrar of Voters' office on Gay k Street, Washington, during their regular business hours, or by calling Julie Emery, Secretary, 937-2314. On Monday. April 18, the doors to the Caucus will be opened at 6:30 p.m. for the check-in /certification process. All participants of the Caucus shall sign a standardized declaration form stating that he or she is a Democrat; does not intend to support any candidate who is opposed to a Democratic Nominee in the next General Election; is not a member of any other political party; has not participated and will not participate in the nomination process of any other political partv for the 2005 General Election; and is a registered voter in Rappahannock County. Caucus Declaration Forms must be filled out at the Caucus prior to participating m the Caucus. At 7:30 p.m. the doors to the Caucus will be closed and no person may complete a form and participate in the Camus after that Ume with the exception of those persons in line to check-in at 7:30 p.m. y.he f-ongresxional District Convention will convene on Saturday May 21 at 12:00 noon at the Pocahontas Middle School, 12000 Three Cahopt Road, Richmond, Virginia. For further information, please contact Meredith Gorfein 675-3515. t_ PaK3 tof ancl authorized by the Rappahannock County Democratic Committee

Editorial & Opinion -—-&appafjannotfe J^etoaiEstablished 1877 An Independent Newspaper Published Every Thursday ARTHUR W. ARUNDEL, PUBLISHER Anita L. Sherman, Editor Peter W. Arundel, President John T. Toler, Executive Vice President Jan Clatterbuck, Office Manager 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: asherman@timespapers.com Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday Member, Audit Bureau of Circulations www.TimesCommunity.com THURSDAY, April 7, 2005 Our View Testing the tar baby It is the prerogative of the editor to publish or not publish letters that are received which were no doubt intended to be printed or they wouldn’t have been sent. While some letters immediately strike a chord as they might contain material that could be taken as slanderous or libelous or are totally incorrect there is another category of material that sort of sits on the fence. It’s not incorrect. It wouldn't fall under the category of libelous. But, in the editor’s opinion, it is considered mean spirited and to print it would be to open a Pandora’s box of community hurt feelings that perhaps should be left shut. Running a newspaper often presents such situations determining what is actually newsworthy and something the public needs to know and what is considered more along the newsy lines and those “in the know” will know and those who aren’t will wonder what this is about. This newspaper reflects a lot of community voices as it should. All are valid. All should be heard if they have something valid to say. It’s easy for the press to be used as a public bulletin board,, a pawn between local politics and players to have their say for all to see. When it is determined that the message would only cause more harm than good to the community, it is the prerogative of the editor to leave it out. It’s a sticky wicket no doubt and perhaps a no win decision but “Letters to the Editor” are just that — letters. Some are cherished and saved. Others are tossed. Meet the editor Invitations are extended to community residents who would like to meet the editor at the next RappNews Coffee Club gathering. It will be held in the conference room at the Rappahannock News office at 10 a.m. on Thursday morning, April 21. Just let us know if you’ll be coming so we’ll have plenty of donuts and coffee on hand. Letters Come help the Rappahannock 4-H Livestock Club The Rappahannock County 4-H Livestock Club is the longest surviving 4-H Club in Rappahannock County’s 4-H history. Many of the original 4-H members of the club still live right here in good ole Rappahannock County. They are still farming, raising their livestock, com, kids and even grandkids. Farming is a tradition in Rappahannock County and one to be VERY proud of. Hard work, surviving through droughts, and feeding cattle hay with 20 inches of snow on the ground is no easy task. Farming teaches appreciation for the land God gave us and using it to its fullest potential. So now, with that said, the Rappahannock County 4-H Livestock Club needs Rappahannock County to rise to the occasion to help them out. The numbers are few in the club these days, which is the normal course for a youth club. But the need is still large for funds to help club members learn how to manage livestock. Some members in the past have needed financial assistance for feeding and caring for their livestock projects. Many local farmers and veterinarians have graciously offered assistance to 4-H members over the years free of charge, but learning how to raise money is part of the learning process for youth and the club really needs your help. So April 9th at the Flint Hill Fire Department the 4-H Livestock Club will have their 4-H Jumble Sale with lots of goodies for sale, a BBQ sandwich with some slaw, and some good ole live country/gospel music to listen to. Please help support this worthwhile youth organization while we still have one in this county. And help keep agricultural a tradition our kids want to learn and live by. See ya April 9th! - Hazel Zinn-Day WoodviUe unester map Williams plans to retire as tire cmet in I am writing this to all the citizens that live within the Chester Gap area. For those, of you that do not know me, my name is Kevin Williams and I have been serving as the current fire chief of the Chester Gap Volunteer Fire Department since the beginning of January this year. It is with the deepest regrets that I write this letter to let the citizens of the Chester gap area know that on May 1, 2005 I will be stepping down as the Fire Chief of Chester Gap Vol. Fire Dept. In 2004,1 was approached by several local government officials, citizens of the community and members of the department about coming back and helping with the department due to them feeling it was going down hill. After talking to members of the Rappahannock Fire & Rescue Association, area fire/rescue departments, several citizens of the community, and government officials, I decided to go back to the department to try to help out. In December I was voted in to take over as fire chief for the year of 2005. Within the past few months I have been approached by members of other departments in Rappahannock, Warren, Culpeper and Frederick Counties. They have advised me of some rumors that were being spread by some members of the department that could be very detrimental to my career as a paid firefighter/EMT. But everyone knows how it goes, you confront them about it and they deny it all day long and say that you’re doing a tremendous job. These rumors were being spread by a few members that if they don’t have complete control of something then whoever is in charge at that time is doing everything wrong but, when they are in control they feel everything goes smoothly with no conflicts. Within the past two and a half years there have been more than 10 members that have left this department for the same reason that I am and probably because of the same people. Over half of these people that left were firefighter/medics and or a firefighter/EMT. I have seen so much talent and experience leave this department over the years and if you go around and ask them all why they left, they all would have the same answer. ' What happens in the long run because of a few people that get jealous because they see someone else making something of themselves and the department, THE COMMUNITY WINDS UP SUFFERING! The only thing that is keeping me from resigning as of this date is that when I went back to the department in October 2004 I found out that the Electoral Board advised the department that the handicap ramp did not make ADA Compliance and needed to be replaced by January 1, 2005 in order for the department to be an elections site in November 2005. I took this project on with the help of life member Jna. Williams and got the deadline extended to August 2005. Prior to leaving the department I will make sure a contract is awarded so the ramp can be replaced and the citizens can continue to vote in Chester Gap instead of having to travel to Flint Hill, which is what would have happened if Someone didn’t pick up this ball that was dropped. I would like to thank the members of the department, citizens of the community, and local government for the support you have given me in the past few months while chief of the Chester Gap Volunteer Fire Department. I encourage each and every citizen to get involved with the issues going on at the Chester Gap Volunteer Fire Department because it is the community’s fire department, not one single member as some in the department think. Remember that is why we have elected a supervisor for our area (Roger Welch), so that you can call him and tell him how you feel about things going on within your community fire department. Kevin S. Williams Chester Gap Down Memory Lane From Back Issues of the Rappahannock News 40 YEARS AGO April 8, 1965 Gavor Foster of Flint Hill was presented a trophy by the Rappahannock Game and Fisi. Club for bagging the largest deer during the hunting season. The presentation was made at the meeting Monday night of the club held in the courthouse in Washington. Old Hollow near Sperryville was teeming with fishermen, women and children on the opening day of the trout season with was noon Saturday. Four game wardens from adjoining counties patrolled the streams as well as the local fire warden who was keeping a sharp eye out in the event a careless fisherman dropped a cigarette or match. Two and a half acres of land near Washington were burned over Saturday when a brush fire got out of control on the «• Donald Porter property and burned over onto the property of Mrs. C. R. Wire just back of the local high school. 25 YEARS AGO April 10, 1980 The new section of the dual lane highway will be open today, Thursday, to traffic. Area residents are reminded to be cautious leaving and entering driveways, using proper crossovers, etc; in other words, change habits acquired during the road construction period. The speed limit on this section of highway will remain 45 mph, for some work remains to be done and construction will continue in the area. Airman Wade T. Brown, son of Mr. and Mrs. George R. Hagerty of Sperryville, has been assigned to Kelly Air Force Base, Texas, following graduation from the U. S. Air Force communications course at Sheppard Air Force Base in Wichita Falls. The airman is a 1979 graduate of Rappahannock County High School. 10 YEARS AGO April 5, 1995 A house owned by George Harrington in Harris Hollow was broken into and burgled last Friday. According to Sheriff John Henry Woodward of the Rappahannock County Sheriff’s Office, the burglars ripped the electric meter box off the house and cut the phone lines. Missing from the house are a Seth Thomas wall clock, 23 bottles of wine, a slide projector, various tools and audio tapes. All told, the items were valued around $1,000. Sheriff Woodward said that the meter box was probably removed to turn off any alarm system which may have'been in place. He said, however, that most alarm systems have a battery as back-up. The Student Council Association raised money to buy clothes and food to send to an orphanage in Uganda. They learned about it from Lynnell Prudhum, a RCHS graduate who works in the embassy there. Ttiis Sunday seventh grader Katrina Smoot will travel to Hermitage High School in Richmond to represent Rappahannock County Elementary School in the state spelling bee. She won first place in a spelling bee held in the school in February. Representatives from each classroom, from fourth through seventh grades, competed in the school bee. Melanie N. Moffett of Washington performed the role of Jack’s mother in awara-winmng musical “Into the Woods,” presented by Mary Washington College. Ms. Moffett is the daughter Mr. and Mrs. William F. Moffett III of Washington and a 1993 graduate of RCHS. COMPILED BY RUTH PURNELL

Fodderstack 10-K 2005 Following protracted negotiations with Baltimore Orioles majority owner Peter Angelos, we are pleased to report that all sporting events in the known Universe will now be broadcast on the new “If There’s A Score Kept, It’s Mine” network of the excessively litigious and epically self-regarding investor. This will include, perforce, the Twenty-seventh Annual Fodderstack 10-K Race, which will run from the Vierling’s Packing Shed in Flint Hill to Washington. We expect that this will be a new dawn for the annual 10K in Rappahannock, offering us the ever sought, but elusive opportunity for “branding” significant features of the race, for “synergies” in marketing, and for, quite frankly, simply wallowing in cash. To those ends, we are interested in selling the Preregistration Ceremony to an appropriate vendor for advertising purposes. The Department of Motor Vehicles has reviewed satellite imagery of the lines of the race registrants who waited too long to mail in their fees, and they feel that it would be perfect advertising for them. The Forum John McCarthy Similarly, the traditional bungled start for the Race will have naming rights auctioned to the highest bidder. We’ve had your stalled starter’s vehicle, a misfiring starter’s gun, a malfunctioning bull-horn, and a lost time-keeper to our credit, not to mention the occasional unprovoked deer attack on the fender of the Starter’s Rural Rolls-Royce (Dodge 1500 w/a Hemi) a few years back. Most of the Recreational Facilities Authority volunteer brain trust has confabbed to ensure that “heroically dumb” will set the tone for the race. Just picture it-”The Enron Fodderstack 10-K Race”. This would be a great fit, but getting fees out of that sponsor might be a bit tough to slip by the federal Bankruptcy Court. We’re exploring parking a Gatorade sign on the upper slopes of Fodderstack Mountain while the Rangers aren’t looking, floating the MetLife blimp (we like Snoopy) down the course at about tree-top height, and having a “Alka Seltzer—Oh What A Relief It Is’ Finish line Camera” tied into the web. On the other hand, all of this corporate media manipulation sounds way too much like work, so perhaps we’ll stick with the usual, just go out, have a good time, and ignore the folks who take themselves too seriously. While there are any number of participants who legitimately compete for the $300.00 cash prize offered to the runner who bests the course record of 31:26 for men or 36:46 for women, the emphasis is on having a good time. The first, second and third place trophies crafted by local artisan Merrill Strange for males and females in each of now twelve categories adso acts as something of an incentive...and perhaps the Eva Smith Memorial trophies to the first finishing Rappahannock County resident (male and female) a1*'' adds some fleetness of foot to a field which is otherwise rather short on attitude but long on...well...perseverance. If you have a heartbeat, and you can drag yourself across the finish line, the odds are good that you’ll be able to seriously compete. Really though, the bottom line is getting out and eryoying the first blush of Spring. In addition to the awards, T-shirt s and the cheers of the teeming millions lining the race course, for the fourth time we are offering drawings for gifts donated by local businesses. Local B&Bs will offer overnight accommodations for two, the Flint Hill Public House is offering dinner for two, Four and TVenty Blackbirds is offering Brunch for two, among many others. You must be present at the awards ceremony to win these prizes; besides, scalpers offer little for unwanted seating in the Washington Olympic Arena. The Race runs from the Flint Hill Packing Shed down Rt. 522 to a right turn onto Fodderstack Rd. (look for the State Trooper; don’t run into him, he or she is armed). Continue winding down the Fodderstack road where some helpful local residents will keep you from wandering off the course, hint: if the only other runners you see are four-legged, have ear tags and a certain bovine expression, you’re off-course, unless you are a member of Future Farmers of America. At several points, Girl Scouts will be passing out water (or water to those passing out), and the Rescue Squad will be perched on Lee’s Hill for the faint of heart, short of breath and imminent of death. Don’t worry, you’ll be on the home stretch then, and its (almost) all downhill from there. A Deputy (don’t dissent, he’s armed also) will turn you left in Washington, and you’ll go right to the Courthouse on Gay Street and a big finish where the spectators will cheer you to the rooftops (which as you probably know aren’t all that high so this isn’t saying much). Since its inaugural run in the dim recesses of recorded time, the Fodderstack has become a high point in the local calendar of events. Both long-time local runners, Rappahannock wannabes and the odd dedicated runner (no double-intendre intended, much) travel to Rappahannock for what is often the first great day of Spring. Counsel has advised us that a guarantee of great weather would be injudicious, not to mention potentially actionable in the event of unforeseen meteorological events, so we will simply add that there has been only one rainy Fodderstack in the last fourteen years. Bus service begins from Washington to Flint Hill at approximately 8:45 a.m. Registration in Flint Hill at the Volunteer Fire Department Fairgrounds starts at 8:30 a.m. and runs until 9:30 a.m., in time for the Race’s start at 10 a.m. Preregistration (postmarked by April 11 to P.O. Box 124, Flint Hill, Va. 22627) is $20.00, and is $25.00 the day of the Race. In any event, win or lose, a good time will be had by all, and we urge you to come out and run, walk, crawl or roll the race. Failing that, come out and enjoy the day by cheering the runners and attending the awards ceremony on the Courthouse steps, which should go 6ff about noon. John W. McCarthy County Administrator Rappahannock County Fund raiser set to help the County Farmland Preservation Program dy Hal Hunter Special to the Rappahannock News Worried about Clevenger’s Corner? Want farmland to remain farmland? Open spaces open? Keep developers at bay? The Rappahannock County Conservation Alliance (RCCA) has a suggestion — come to dinner on Saturday, May 14. Where, When and What The dinner will be held at the home of Judith Hope, on land that is in conservation easement. The speaker will be Robert Lee, executive director of the Virginia Outdoors Foundation, the organization that “holds”' all but a small handful of the easements in Rappahannock County. Entertainment will include live blue grass music by local musicians. The event will honor landowners who have placed their land in conservation easement in 2004. The Farmland Preservation Program The dinner is a benefit, with fifty percent of the net proceeds going to the Farmland Preservation Program. The Farmland Preservation Program encourages working farmers to donate conservation easements in exchange for cash payments, cash that can be used to pay taxes and otherwise stay on the farm. That is, the program helps farmers to keep farming. The county benefits through the preservation of farm and forest land, clean water and airsheds, biological diversity, scenic vistas and our rural character The program is targeted to active farmers, not weekenders or hobby farmers. The criteria for ranking applications gives extra weight to farms that provide the landowner’s principal occupation and income. The county contribution is a negotiable dollar amount, usually around $20,000 per development right. Additional funding may be available from state and federal grants, and private donations from individuals and foundations. The response of the farming community has been encouraging. The Farmland Preservation Program committee recently approved the purchase of development rights bn 300 acres owned by a fourthgeneration farming family. Applications to the Farmland Preservation program are available from John McCarthy, County Administrator. Conservation Easements A conservation easement is a legal agreement that limits the future development of the farmer’s property in order to preserve natural, scenic, or open-space area. The agreement does so by restricting industrial, commercial, or residential uses of the land. Farmers may still build on their land, sell it, or pass it on to their heirs. RCCA has several publications on conservation easements in Rappahannock Bob Lee Executive Director Virginia Outdoors Foundation County, for farmers and anyone else who is interested in donating an easement. (You don’t have to be a farmer.) Materials include an introduction to easements, complete procedures for donating an easement, myths about easements, and how to lower your taxes while benefiting the county by buying and selling Virginia tax credits. Materials will be available at the dinner, and by leaving a message at 987-9118. Tickets are $100 per person. Tables of ten are available at $1,500 and $2,500. Most of the ticket and table price is tax deductible. For more information call 987-9118. Clay’s Horse Taxi Service Custom Training Available 24/7 Competitive Rates ? Clayton Smith, Marshall^VA I '! 540-409-6887 . Yourjtorsc Will Get A Good Ride ^ Photo by Judith Hope View of Old Rag Mountain CONSERVATION In the past six years, we have helped our clients preserve Rappahannock County by placing over 1,700 acres in conservation easement Frank Hardy, Inc. Realtors RAPPAHANNOCK OFFICE 540-675-3999 www.farmandestate.net Times Community Newspapers. _Call 540-675-3349 with news tips. 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Registered under the EPA's Reduced Risk Initiative, Quintec does not disturb populations of non-target species or biological control agents, such as predatory mites. In addition, Quintec'" fungicide has excellent crop safety on its labeled crops, and is rainfast in one hour. Rotate Quintec with sterol inhibitors like Nova* 40W fungicide or strobilurin chemistries. Adding Dithane* DF Rainshield* fungicide as a tank-mix partner pn sides protection from downy mildew; Phomopsis and black rot. To learn more about controlling powdery mildew in grapes with Quintec. contact your local ag retailer or visit www.quintecfi.ingicide.com. Patti Schorr AgroSciences •KTrKk'ituri m Uw \gn»Si mu i'll! » irasl .utafkitkns Ubcl cfc»vy:*>uv www.farmsniMt.com

FROM THE HEART: Sarah Wheatley reads from Shel Silverstien’s “The Giving Tree” to an attentive audience. Photos courtesy of Jenny Kapsa Sharing the fun By Jenny Kapsa Special to the Rappahannock News If you didn’t make it to this year’s 4-H Share the Fun Talent Show on March 20th, you missed seeing Rappahannock youth shine as they performed 8 very different acts ranging from singing to karate to poetry reading to story telling. Thanks to Evelyn Oyster, this year’s performance was a huge success. Evelyn has been coordinating this 4-Hprogram for more than 10 years and gives the direction and energy that the show needs to be the success that is has become. Along with Evelyn were many other volunteers that helped the talent show run smoothly. Jesse Palmer and Laura Wheatley hosted the event and did a wonderful job of entertaining the audience while stage changes were made. Corey Hitt and Aaron Oyster controlled the lighting during the show, which sec the tone for each act. Andrew Oyster was the stage coordinator and helped set up props, microphones and managed the curtain. Megan Wheatley controlled the music for the various acts, and Michael Besecker video taped the entire performance. Ruth Oyster and Margo Hawkins were the judges and provided the performers with good feedback and awarded each person —Ill li ■ I M DYNAMIC DUO: Laura Wheatley and Jesse Palmer aptly acted as hosts for the 2005 4-H Share the Fun Talent Show. with an appropriate ribbon. Barbara Wheatley and Jan Besecker handled all loose ends and provided snacks for audience members. A special thanks goes to Mike Tupper who allowed the 4-H members to use the high school auditorium for the rehearsals and the final performance and even put the Share the Fun program dates on the information board in front of the school for everyone driving by to see. The youth who performed were fantastic! 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Hearthstone School welcomes the community to come out for their annual fundraising auction to enjoy an afternoon of acquiring some wonderful and unique gifts, antiques, food, furniture and dining opportunities! The auction will be held at the School, located on Route 211, just 2 miles west of the town of Sperryville. Hearthstone’s event will kick off on Saturday, April 9, with a silent auction from 3 p.m. until 6 p.m., and a live auction beginning at 4 p.m. and running through 6 p.m. We are veiy excited about the caliber of our auction items this year, many of which have been generously donated by Rappahannock County businesses and community members. Hearthstone School greatly appreciates these donations and would like to sincerely thank these businesses and individuals for their generous support. The Auction will feature many wonderful items, including a brunch for two at Four & Twenty Blackbirds, overnights for two at the Foster-Harris House and the Middleton Inn, a wine tasting at Sharp Rock Vineyards, a handmade quilt from Beech Spring Farm, a perennial garden and other exciting items. Numerous businesses have generously donated gift certificates and items for the auction, including The Thornton River Inn, Griffin’s Tavern, Sunnyside Farms, the Epicurious Cow, Datalytix Computer Services (computer repairs/upgrades), Tea, Lace & Roses, Momingside Farm & Nursery, Green Mountain Horticulture (3-man landscaping crew for a day and/or plant installation), Tbrry’s Photography Studio (family or other portraits), Journey Wythyn, The Jewelry Box, Nature Neutral, Inc., The Natural Marketplace and Hartman Jewelers. Gift baskets have also been donated by several local businesses, including The Rappahannock . Co-Op, Food for Thought, Whole Foods Mar Davette Leonard ket, Uncommon Sense and Better Thymes Natural Foods. Each student class at Hearthstone has also created a special gift basket for the auction. The following local artists have generously donated their artwork: Davette Leonard has donated an original painting, Jeanne Drevas has donated a unique piece of handcrafted pottery, Spirit Trail Fiberworks ' has donated a hand-dyed, hand-knit shawl, and Nancy Keyser has donated a piece of her original artwork. Several Hearthstone students have also donated their own artwork to the auction. Other auction items include antiques donated by several local antique shops, including miscellaneous furniture, a plow and a handmade doll. Local practitioners have donated nutritional counseling, yoga classes, personal life coaching and professional massage sessions. We will also have baked goods, arts and crafts, wind chimes, candle holders, jewelry, games and much more! Hearthstone School is a growing, private school currently serving forty-four students, whose curriculum is inspired by the teachings of Rudolf Steiner and the Waldorf School. Funds acquired from the auction will be used for educational resources and playground improvements. Donations are being received at the School office until the afternoon of April 8. Please call 540-987-9212 for more information or to donate goods and services. Please visit us on the web at www.hearthstoneschool.org. Bealeton APRIL 9™ & lO™ GUN SHOW I D ^ i_w»jv. u/uuiuivi i wi iv_/vv : MODERN, ANTIQUE & MILITARY ARMS Saturdav 9-5. Sundau 9-4 Admission §5.00 W Quality Collectors Show BUY * SELL * TRADE I I On Rt. 17, 8 miles South of Route 29 Intersection. I I Look for Huge Roller Skate on left, 12085 Marsh Rd. I I GUNS, EDGED WEAPONS, BOOKS, COINS, MUITARIA, CARTRIDGES I FREE INSPECTION Protect your home. Permanently. 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The team, consisting of team captain Allison Russo of Flint Hill, Alec Toth and Cat Toth of Front Royal, Rachel Marx of Strasburg, and Danielle Purtell of Culpeper, earned this unique opportunity by beating twelve larger and more experienced teams at a regional competition hosted by East Carolina University (ECU) in Greenville, North Carolina last November. As the winning team of the East Carolina University competition, the WCDS team earned a 3 day, all expenses paid visit to our nation’s capitol, courtesy of ECU. The weekend included a cruise down the Potomac, a dance, a performance by The Capitol Steps at the Ronald Reagan Building, and the actual competition itself, which took place in the historic Organization of American States building. The tournament drew fifty school teams from throughout the United States, with some students coming from as far away as Alaska and Hawaii. Spring Auction Wakefield is hosting its sixth annual Spring Auction and Dinner on Saturday, April 23, and this year’s theme is “Mountain Spring.” Tickets are only $40 per person, and include a reception and sit down dinner. Auction items include, to name just a few: overnights at the beautiful Middleton Inn and Fairlea Farm in Little Washington, a gift basket from Royal Oak Books, a hand-made “schoolhouse” quilt lovingly stitched by WCDS grandparent Jane Heile, a framed, limited edition civil war print by Mort Kuntsler, a beautiful rooster plate from Geneva Welch, for you football fans: 4 tickets to the Cincinnati Bengals vs. Baltimore Ravens and 5 tickets to the Washington Redskins vs. the Baltimore Ravens pre-season, an oil painting entitled “Backfield in Fall” by Barbara Heile Sherwood, two round trip tickets on Independence Air, and a $150 gift certificate to Hartman Jewelers. For reservations, call (540) 6358555, ext. 231. Wakefield Coffee House The Key Club is sponsoring the 2nd Wakefield Coffee House on Saturday, April 9, from 8-10 p.m. The event is open to Wakefield students in grades 7-12 and their guests. There is a cover charge of $2.00. College News Congratulations to the following WCDS seniors, who received more college acceptances this past week: Paul Beattie—The College of William & Mary, Jin Han Cho— Virginia Tech, Jordan Ham melman—Mary wasmngton University, Becky Leser— Mary Washington University, Aaron Marx—Mary Washington University and Virginia Tech, Rachel Marx - Mary Washington University, James Nilan—Virginia Tech, Aubree Parker—Mary Washington University, Jesse Paul— Catholic University with a $4Q,000 scholarship, Alec Toth—The College of William & Mary Rappahannock County Public Schools plan International Festival By Natalie Hill On June 8, the third annual International Festival will offer Rappahannock County Public School students a chance to travel around the world without even leaving the area. The festival, sponsored by Headwaters’ Global Spotlights program in partnership with the Curriculum Enrichment Program and RAAC, will be held at both the Rappahannock County Elementary School and the Rappahannock County High School campuses. Students will have the opportunity to enjoy international cuisine, x music, story tellers, dancers, and an array of colorful international exhibits and displays prepared by RCPS students. Teachers and students are already hard at work researching their adopted countries and would like the community’s help. Rappahannock is a county rich with residents who have traveled or worked internationally. Students and faculty alike would love to see souvenirs, photographs, and videos and to hear about the different cultures that you have experienced. Individuals who are familiar with the cultures of Asia, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, South America, and Latin America are needed. Guest speakers who wish to share their travel adventures with “tourists” in the classroom are welcome. Community participation is Very important to the success of the festival. If you have the time or talent to contribute to this worthwhile event, Headwaters would love to hear from you. Please call Paige Coombs at 540-6751819. Headwaters, the Rappahannock County Public Education Foundation, through programs such as Global Spotlights, Mini-grants and the RCHS Farm to Table Program, assists the Rappahannock County Public Schools as they strive to be second to none. Please share your wealth of knowledge and experience and together we can make the third annual International Festival even more successful than last year’s event Hearthstone School Hearthstone teacher Jill Kiehn attended a week long conference with local Rapp Flow and Piedmont Environmental Council representatives on Watershed Planning. Hosted by the Center for Watershed Protection in Shepardstown, West Virginia, Kiehn was among sixty national participants that included EPA representatives, local government officials, non-profit organizations, and Department of Conservation Resources staff that participated in a hands on educational opportunity to learn how to help communities in the mid Atlantic region create a healthy watershed plan to protect the quality of the nation’s water supply. The purpose of this event was to not only learn how to collect the data and analyze it but to use local citizens, county government and area resources to partner in creating the ordinances and educate the community on steps to take to ensure that our watershed plan supports clean water down stream as well as locally. A local pilot study will begin this spring that will lead to the creation and implementation of a larger watershed conservation plan to follow. Kiehn hopes to take her knowledge to the Hearthstone classroom next fall and partner with area private and public school students, as well as homeschoolers, to allow all county youth an opportunity to be fully engaged in the development of this project.

Hosting Bull Run Hunt earns top tricolor at inaugural By Betsy Parker Rappahannock News Staff Writer Taking an ancient game and making it new, the inaugural Virginia Foxhound Performance Trials last week gave four area hunts a chance to show off the best of the best. The Bull Rim Hunt and Rappahannock Hunt hosted the March 22-24 event, with hounds from the Rockbridge Hunt and Deep Run Hunt also taking part. Organizer Oliver Brown explained that although judged field trials — in which judges mark individual hounds for singular performance — are a longstanding tradition in Virginia and around the nation, performance trials are a relatively new game. “Unlike the field trials, where you just have an overall individual winner, at a performance trial, you’re adding up scores of all the hounds to get a ‘pack score,’ “ Brown said. “Basically, this is an all-star meet,” said judge Epp Wilson, master of the Belle Mta-’e Hunt in Georgia. “These hunts have brought their best hounds, the ones that can. work under trial conditions,” for an unknown huntsman alongside 30 hounds they’ve never seen before. “It takes a special hound, but that’s what you get at these trials.” Wilson said that the first performance trials took place at the Midland, Ga., hunt in 1996. Brown said he was pleased to introduce the pack judging trials to Virginia. “You better believe I was pretty apprehensive,” Brown said. “With so many people, spectators, judges, staff members coming and going.” Judges included Wilson, Why Worry Hounds (S.C.) master George Thomas, Master of Foxhounds Association executive director Dennis Foster, and Elkridge Harford (Md.) master Liz McKnight. Tony Leahy acted as huntsman for the combined pack that included up to 10 hounds from each participating hunt. Judges were mounted so they could follow, or even get ahead of, the action. They carried radios, tape recorders and notepads, and had assistance from aides who rode along with them. Hard hunting days Though Wednesday’s relentless rain made for difficult scenting and paucity of game, 75 field members and 20 various staff members (competing hunts’ huntsmen and whippersin), plus judges, mounted up at The Hill near Boston. Out for two and a half hours, the 37 hounds worked well as a “pack,” acting huntsman Leahy said. “It was a frustrating day,” said Leahy, one-time huntsman for Bull Run who is now huntsman for Chicago’s Fox River Valley. “The weather was tough: It really kept the foxes clamped down. “The hounds were right busy, though, and they did a good job” to get two foxes on the run for the judges to mark thensodden cards for trailing, speed, drive and endurance. Rockbridge Wally, in particular, caught the judges’ eyes on Wednesday, winning for trailing, speed and drive, and endurance. Rappahannock Molson, judge Wilson said, earned top marks for his “finding” ability, notable especially given the tough scenting conditions. By contrast, Thursday’s meet was one for the record books. Hounds met at Muckamoor south of Culpeper, near Mitchells. The field numbered about 65, plus the 20 assorted judges and staff. Leahy cast hounds northwest of the farm, heading for higher ground towards Cedar Mountain. In the first covert, Rappahannock Kaboom and Bull Rim Michael pushed a fox westwards, with the entire pack falling in for a 20-minute chase. Rappahannock’s Brown said that, next, two foxes broke covert within 20 seconds of each RCHS boys’ baseball downs Page County Panthers By Jeanne Spath Rappahannock News Staff Writer The Rappahannock County High School Panthers edged past Page County on April 1 for the 4-2 win, upping it’s season record to 3-1. It was a slow start for both teams with the game remaining scoreless until the Page County Panthers got it’s bats swinging in the top of the third, pulling in two runs on walks and an error. That spurred Rapp into action as Jason Jenkins nailed a double, allowing a run to score. Ben Hahn followed, scoring Jenkins with a single. Ethan Russell’s hit with stolen bases put the home team ahead 3-2 in the bottom of the third. Russell, who was on second, went on to score in the bottom of the fifth on a solid single by Jacob Dodson, to win the outing 4-2. Dodson went 2:3 with two RBI’s while Russell went 2:2. Jenkins took the mound, pitching seven innings with 16 strikeouts and giving up only two hits and two walks. The Panthers travel to Millbrook High School in Winchester on Saturday at 10 a.m. Ben Venue is open Saturday Saturday’s Old Dominion Hounds Pointto-Point races will give racegoers a chance to see some of the best U.S. timber ‘chasers when they take to the course in the featured Leeds Don open timber. The three-mile headliner runs as the day’s last race. Also over timber are events for ladies and owner-riders. Rounding out the card are a trio of hurdle races, a novice rider flat and a card-opening junior field masters chase. Entries were not complete at press time, but preliminary reports pointed towards overfilled races in all categories. Ben Venue is located in Rappahannock County, 16 miles west of Warrenton, just off of Route 211. Parking spaces are still available in the railside areas and general admission tickets can be purchased the day of the races. Call (540) 364-1843 for more information. Full entries can be viewed online at www.morvenpark.org/ceo. 3820 Prince William Pkwy. Woodbridgef VA 22192 Toll Free 1-866-583-9600 www.motorcyclefactorylnc.com Rapp girls’ softball on a roll By Jeanne Spath Rappahannock News Staff Writer The Rappahannock County High School girls’ softball team improved it’s season record to 40, defeating the Page County Panthers on Friday, April 1,1-0. The sole run of the game was scored by Rapp senior, Danielle North. North took a four-count to advance to first on a walk, then stole second on an error. A sacrifice by freshman Noel Johns advanced North to third, followed by a bunt by senior Sara Mills scored North, as well as put Mills on base due to an error by Page County. Rappahannock’s Rebecca Tupper sealed the win in the pitcher’s circle, striking eight batters out, walking one and gave up six hits. “Excellent defensive effort from the whole team was a major part of this win,” said Rapp Panther coach, Richie Burke, “I was pleased with the team effort and hustle displayed by them.” Rapp’s Jami Jacobs lead the hitting with two on-base hits with singles from Tupper, Johns and Megan Payne. Jeanne Spath may be reached at jspath@timespapers.com WIND-UP: Rappahannock’s Rebecca Tupper winds up for the pitch against Page County while Noel Johns gets set for the play at third base. Rapp boys’ soccer looking strong for the season By Ruth Purnell Rappahannock News Staff Writer Returning to coach boys’ soccer for the fourth year in a row, Shay Bell is pleased to be leading the Rappahannock County High School team this season. Bell’s soccer accolades include play in high school and then in college for Maryland’s Frostburg State. “I have stayed with this team because I really like the area and the kids are great,” said Bell, who is a teacher in Culpeper County. Returning players include seniors Malcolm Sonnett and Dustin Tbrrence, juniors Dos Allen, Tbm Gillis, Matt Lav/rey and Isaac Raney and sophomores David Clement, Alex Ramey and Tristan Sonnett. RETURNING PLAYERS: From left to right Tristan Sonnett, Isaac Raney, Matt Lawrey, Malcolm Sonnett, Dos Allen, David Clement, Dustin Torrance, Alex Ramey and on the ground Tom Gillis. 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AND READ YOUR OWNERS MANUAL THOROUGHLY KICK ON: Left, Huntsman Tony Leahy leads the performance trial pack, heading out from Muckamoor near Culpeper. SHOP TALK: Middle left, thafs Bull Run master Joe Kihcheloe, left, judges Er>p Wilson and Dennis Foster and Rappahannock master Oliver Brown discussing the performance trials. BEST OF THE BEST: Far left, overall , champion Bull Run Michael trots to first covert. Rappahannock News Staff Fhotos/Betsy Parker other, with hounds running to the one headed west. “The spectators viewed one of them away,” Brown said, noting that hounds found yet again within 10 minutes, leading the pack up, across, over and down the north face of Cedar Mountain. Hounds and huntsman Leahy crossed U.S. Route 15, working west from the Brandywine Park racecourse all the way to Meander Farm along the Robinson River, Conservative estimates put the hounds on a 12-mile point, with five or six different foxes chased at some point in the fivehour hunt. “They got their money’s worth today” said Leahy. Judges liked Bull Run Farmer for his speed and drive, and endurance, as he was among the lead hounds to the very end of the exhausting day. Rockbridge Wally earned top marks again for his trailing ability, and was second-best to Farmer for speed and drive. Final tally When all the points were added, including marks from an informal bench show held after hunting on Wednesday, Bull Run Michael scored top honors in individual judging. His top points, along with kennel mates Ripley (fifth overall), Farmer (sixth) and Tfeasel (10th), earned Bull Run the pack championship. Deep Run Farmer, third overall, Keepsake (seventh) and Buckshot (ninth) keyed the reserve championship for the Richmond area pack. “These are two of the very best territories in Virginia,” said Wilson. “They were selected to allow the hounds to ‘show ofF for the judges. I think it was a terrific success, in terms of hunting and judging.” Plans are under way already, Brown said, for a hopedfor repeat — and possible expansion — in 2006. Wilson Hornets sting Panthers in girls soccer By Jeanne Spath Rappahannock News Staff Writer The Rappahannock County High School girls’ soccer team made the two-hour trip to Wilson Memorial High School, the ride home seeming even longer after its 5-0 loss. Rapp goalie, Caity Waites, thwarted many goals, however the remaining defense could not keep the Homet3 from scoring. “We are working on kicking the ball hard,” said Rapp’s coach, J.C. Maldanano, “The girls are having to change their style of kicking and they don’t know what to do at times. 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Residents remain active with tsunami relief By Ruth Purnell Rappahannock News Staff Writer While reports may have abated in international media coverage about the relief efforts being made for victims of the tsunami that wreaked havoc in Southern Asia, people in the Rappahannock/Culpeper area are still working arduously to alleviate as much suffering as possible. Rappahannock residents Carol and Bill Conley and The Hearthstone School are working side by side with the Culpeper-Sri Lanka Relief Fund (CSRF). The CSRF was established, at the urging of concerned Culpeper citizens, by Amal and Aruna Ratnavibhushana, owners of Another Dimension, a gift store in Culpeper, Va. “These were the two people everyone in the community went to who wanted to help,” said Carol Conley. The Conley’s have used their expertise to create and maintain the fund’s web site, www.powerofcompassion.org, which has become the voice of the Ratnavibhushanas. Returning March 1 from a trip to both Sri Lanka and India to assess the damage caused by the natural disaster, r Photo Courtesy of the Culpeper-Sri Lanka Relief Fund NEW FAMILIES: Sri-Lankan children orphaned by the tsunami are placed in SOS villages uniting them with new “families.” the Ratnavibhushanas came home armed with information; Through observation, conversations with survivors, and even a meeting with a UNICEF representative, the Ratnavibhushanas gathered information on how to best contribute to the rebef efforts. With plans to assist the rebuilding of two schools in Sri Lanka and to help children who lost both parents to the tsunami, the organization has its hands full trying to raise funds. Member Carol Conley said, “The response has been incredible. Fund raising has been selfpropelled and Amal and Aruna have never asked for money.” Conley continued to say that as long as people want to contribute the effort in Sri Lanka will continue. Thanks to the help of Jane Mullan of Hearthstone School tax deductible donations can now be made to the CSRF through Mullan’s existing nonprofit foundation created for charitable works, Project Rainbow. In addition a combined garage and bake sale enabled Hearthstone School to raise $970.00 for the fund. New York magician John Lepre will be performing at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Culpeper the weekend of April 16 and 17. One hundred percent of the profits will go directly to the fund. Saturday performances will be held at 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. and the Sunday performance will be at 3 p.m. “John’s magic act is familyoriented, squeaky clean, very visual, filled with comedy, and packed with opportunities for audience participation,” states the CSRPs web site. The show lasts approximately 75 minutes and ticket prices are $5.00 for adults and $3.00 for children under 16. Tickets are limited and can be purchased at the following retailers in Culpeper; Another Dimension Inc., 172 East Davis Street, A Piece of New York Bagel and Deli Shop, 102 Duke Street, Comer Shelf, 451 James Madison Highway, Golden Goose Farmer’s Market, 300 East Street, and The Cameleer. Photos courtesy of Miranda Hope ALL DECKED OUT: RCHS students toured the Culinary Institute of America. From left, Rebecca Oyster, Bob Pearson, Robbie Swann, Windham Lucking, Emily Hilsher and Kyle O’Harrow Culinary students travel to New England By Miranda Hope Special to the Rappahannock News On Sunday, March 13, six culinary students and three chaperones embarked on a 600-mile journey to Bur. lington, Vermont. The adults were culinary teacher, Chef Mary Arthur, Eric Hilsher, father of one of the students, and myself, Miranda Hope, the Next Step Advisor. 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Touted by some as the best culinary school in the country, CIA’s program was clearly intense, combining hands-on work with a heavy academic course load and a required externship. On Tuesday, the students donned jackets, hats, and aprons and attended a morning of classes. Chef Arthur said, “I see these students in chef whites every day, but when they put them on to be in a CIA classroom — I saw in their faces a combination of excitement, awe, and nervousness.” All the students had a wonderful time “shadowing” their chefs and they all learned a great deal about the school and the industry through their experience. In the afternoon, we toured the campus and saw their Olympic-sized swimming pool, their classroom-kitchens, and a sample dorm room. Tuesday night, we enjoyed an exceptional, complementary meal at the student-run Ristorante Caterina De’ Medici. For some of the students, it was their first formal threecourse meal, filled with homemade mushroom ravioli, enormous steaks, and specialty desserts like homemade ice cream and tiramisu. Wednesday began with breakfaist at the CIA studentrun bakery, a walking tour of the campuis library and Danny Kaye Theatre, and a driving tour of the surfownding areas, including the grounds of the Vanderbilt mansion.. . . We returned to Rappahannock at 7 p.m. Wednesday — tired but exhilarated by the experiences we had shared. A trip like this requires great trust and commitment from everyone involved. The students raised the money for their hotel rooms and a portion of their meals by catering two events at the high school. Every moment of the trip, they behaved with maturity and professionalism; a great credit to the school and the county. The School Board approved the trip and provided the cars and the gas. The Curriculum Enrichment Program gave money to help cover the cost of the students’ meals. Chef Arthur arranged the itinerary and believed in the importance of it. She said, “It makes them realize what is out thr:e. It’s not just about the trip, it’s about the excitement in their eyes and seeing a possible life beyond high school — a trip like this expands their horizons, that’s what it is all about.”

School improvement estimates concern Board of Supervisors By Jeanne Spath Rappahannock News Staff Writer Each month the Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors hear a report about the county’s public schools by the Superintendent, Dr. Robert Chappell. On Monday the report stirred numerous questions by board members as Chappell provided a listing of the actual bids received for construction to renovate the existing buildings and new constructions. Chappell reported that he too was concerned with the additional costs, especially since the bids were received from only one contractor, Lantz Construction of Winchester. “I’m not sure why we only received one bid,” Chappell said. However, with the increased costs, Chappell’s recommendation to the Board of Supervisors was to eliminate building a new auxiliary gym for the high school, which would cost $1,333 million as opposed to the estimated $680,000. “We are trying to negotiate the best possible bid we can get,” Chappell explained, “but due to the war in Iraq and rebuilding in China and other countries, construction costs are increasing.” County Administrator, John McCarthy inquired, “Is the school board open to other suggestions?” Chappell responded that they would entertain other suggestions, to which McCarthy offered to remove classroom addition at the elementary school as well as the bid for a new track at the high school, bidding out the track separately with $300,000 appropriated toward the construction. Chappell voiced his disapproval of the suggestion, saying, “If you delete the classroom space, you will spend more money per square-foot in the future.” The superintendent went on to explain that the actual amount available to be spent was closer to $3.7 or $3.84 million since the architect would need to be paid. In quick response, Supervisor Ronald Frazier of Comparison of Bid to Architect’s Construction Cost Estimates item Description New roof at Elementary School Upgrade existing HVAC System at Elementary School Upgrade existing Electrical System at Elementary School Communications Upgrade Classroom addition at Elementary School New Auxiliary Gym for High School Sitework New Track at High School Storm Water Management Totals Est. Construction Cost November 2004 $895,000 $659,000 $288,000 $115,000 $582,000 $680,000 $156,000 $464,000 $3,986,000 Actual Bid March 2005 $1,207,000 $628,400 $465,000 Included in Electrical . $747,000 $1,333,000 Included in Gym $670,244 $51,000 $5,102,144 Jackson District asked, “Are you staying with this architectural group?” to which Supervisor Roger Welch of Wakefield District added, “The architect missed it by 40 percent.” “We have already signed a contract with the architect,” Chappell said. Frazier responded, “He didn’t hold up his end of the contract already.” Chappell replied that he would call a special session of the Rappahannock County School Board to discuss the options. In public forum, Dr. Monira Rifaat bf Sperryville expressed grave concerns regarding the bids, “I am very concerned with how you are spending- my tax dollars if construction on this project proceeds based on only one bid.” Other business The county has sought bids for reassessments of land values within the county, receiving only two offers. “We received two fully compliant and complying bids,” reported McCarthy, adding that the company who did the reassessments four years ago offered the lowest bid. Thus, the Board of Supervisors unanimously voted to use Blue Ridge Mass Appraisal for the assessment of the 2007 fiscal year taxes once again, costing the county $91,350. McCarthy also reported that a historical marker will be erected in front of the Millwood Property in Woodville, honoring traditional musician John Jackson. According to McCarthy, there will be a gravel area where vehicles can pull off the roadside to read the marker. New landfill hours The board approved a change in operation hours for the Rappahannock County Landfill in Amissville. Currently, the landfill has been open in the evening for several days of the week. However, to avoid problems for the contractor and the County, the landfill will be opened from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. starting May 1. For those needing waste disposal after working hours, Flatwood will remain open until 7 p.m. on Wednesday through Sunday. Planning commission appointment Charles Strittmatter of Flint Hill was unanimously reap pointed to the Rappahannock County Planning Commission by the Board of Supervisors, with, the motion being made by Supervisor Robert Anderson and three other board members seconding the motion in unison. “It really makes me feel good to know the board supports me that much,” Strittmatter commented. Strittmatter currently serves as chairman of the Planning Commission. No more growth Sondra Richardson of Piedmont Road, Washington, voiced grave concerns regarding the threat of growth within the county, especially on the- outskirts of the Tbwn of Washington. “My little world is crumbling down,” she said, shaking her head, “Too many people, more people and that is the end of peaceful tranquility. Every time I hear hammer and nails, it’s time for me to get up and start looking.” Richardson begged for more land conservation easements to be placed on land in Rappahannock County. Jeanne Spath may be reached at jspath@timespapers.com Sunnyside Farms designated disability friendly business By Jeanne Spath Rappahannock News Staff Writer Walking into a place of business and being able to talk with clerks is something many take for granted. However, when someone is confined to a wheelchair, has to rely on a seeing-eye dog or cannot use their voice to communicate, the obstacles of day-to-day shopping can become overwhelming. For consumers at the Sunnyside Farms, LLC markets in Rappahannock County, those obstacles are not present according to The Virginia Business Leadership Network (VABLN) as they were awarded the local business with the distinction of being one of Virginia’s Disability Friendly Businesses on April 4 during the Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors meeting. Sunnyside Farms, LLC manager Tamera Waldo was on hand at the meeting to receive the prestigious award. Receiving a seal of recognition is based on meeting any of the following: accessibility, customer friendliness: commitment of promoting awareness among its employees of the needs of people with disabilities and employment-friendliness whereby having a commitment to hire persons with disabilities or aiding employees with disabilities in furthering their careers. “We put groceries in the vehicles of many of the elderly, especially pedple with canes,” said Ruth Purnell, clerk at the Washington Sunnyside Market. Both the Washington and Sperryville locations have wheelchair ramps for easy access to the market as well. In the letter of recognition, The Honorable John H. Hagar, spokesperson for Disability Friendly Business wrote of Sunnyside Farms, “This seal serves to identify your organization as a role model for business excellence in meeting the needs of employees and customers with disabilities in terms of accommodation and accessibility in the workplace.” The local business will be able to proudly display the disability friendly business logo on any of its business sites. “There’s no way to count how many people with disabilities you employ or the true impact you are making on the community or in the marketplace,” said Dana Rosanelli, VABLN’s manager of business development, “That’s very hard to do. So businesses like to see these awards because it’s a way for them to kind of count, to be recognized.” County Administrator, John McCarthy, who serves as one of the Rappahannock-Rapidan members of VABLN, praised Sunnyside for its contribution to the i community. Jeanne Spath may be reached at jspath@timespapers.com EXPERIENCED Our agents have a combined total of over 100 years of real estate experience Frank Hardy, Inc. Realtors RAPPAHANNOCK OFFICE 540-675-3999 www.farrmmdestate.net ' Motorcycle riders brave high winds for poker-run By Jeanne Spath Rappahannock News Staff Writer Approximately 20 motorcycle riders braved 40 mile-perhour winds Sunday, enjoying Amissville’s American Road Motorcycles third annual pokerrun, with the proceeds going to The American Road Motorcycles Club. The group left from American Road on Route 211 at 11 a.m., traveling through Flint Hill, to Marshall, then to Wartenton and back to the store, picking up playing cards at stopping points along the way. Hence — a poker-run. The best hand at the end of the run was the winner. However, from the smiles on faces upon returning to the shop, everyone who rode was a winner, just enjoying an opportunity to get out on their bikes. For Tom Pescitani of Jefferson, after riding his Honda Shadow off-and-on for 20 years, this was his first pokerrun event. “My hands got cold on a back stretch, but then I warmed up and was fine,” he said, donning a leather jacket to keep warm. Pescitani heard about the run and decided it was for a good cause, and it also gave him a chance to get oat an ride his bike. For the Coleman’s of Fredericksburg, the ride was a family event Campion Coleman and his daughter Kaiiynn rode his Harley Davidson Ultra Classic, while wife Sharon tagged along driving her Yamaha V-«tar 1100. The Coleman's hems been riding for less them I year as Campion bought his Harley last May. 1 told him I wasn't going to ride with him, so I bought my own bike,” laughed Sharon. Thus, Kaiiynn became her father’s riding partner. The family, who are members of the STAR Tburing and Riding Association out of the Fredericksburg area, joined the poker-run at die urging of the riding club’s president, Jim “Fuzz” Fulton, who rode his brand new Midnight Star Venture. “I rode as a kid,” Fulton said, “and have been back on a bike for three years now.” For American Road Motorcycle shop owners, Bill and Ginger Paolicelli, the busi -Harris t Teeter There's just one place near D.C. where you want to see a tailgate up close. And that's at Great Meadow on , Virginia Gold Cup Day. Virginia Gold Cup Races ness is basically an extension of their love for riding. 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Fire Chief plans to resign ■ Our local Fire Chief Kevin Wiliams has announced plans to resign his position affective May 1. If this doesn’t bother you or strike you as odd it’s because you’ve never met Kevin. Kevin says that he loves this community and plans to raise his son who will arrive soon with the help of his lovely wife, Samantha. Kevin was one of those young boys who lived, breathed, eat, and dreamed about the fire department and of one day being chief. He took Fire Science classes in high school and every single other fire training class he could get himself into through the department as well to prepare himself for a career as a paid firefighter when he graduated. He has held several positions within the department all the way from Jr. Captain up to and including his current role as Fire Chief. Kevin has continued his training to this day to make himself as prepared as he can possibly be not only to perform his job but also as to be able to use his hard earned skills in our own community. Kevin did get that job he always wanted and in a big way as he is a paid Firefighter for the U.S. Government. Kevin has made the Fire Service his life and tried to devote himself to it, well as much as Samantha will let him anyway. There was a time period though were he did step away from the fire department due to the lack of support he felt he was receiving from the limited membership staff in maintaining the equipment and level of service our community deserved. He kept his membership but chose not to run calls with the department so as to avoid any further problems. In the late summer and fall of last year though, Kevin was approached by members of the Rappahannock County Fire and Rescue association as well as by our county supervisor Roger Welch about returning to the department, because as he says “they felt that the department was heading in the wrong direction”. The fact is, without Kevin’s Chester Gap Chris Ubben 635-6094 bigshowl995@ yahoo.com leadership in resolving the access issue with the handicap ramp, the Elections Board would’ve had no choice but to require us all to travel to Flint Hill to vote this year. Also, the equipment that your tax dollars and mine pay for was left unserviced and basically unattended to the point that the oil hadn’t been changed for sever• al thousands of miles over when it should have and the tires on some trucks were bald! Again these issues and others were not attended to and handled, as they should have but, left for Kevin to try to resolve and fix at the end of the year. I don’t know about you folks but the fact that no one felt the need to have the oil in a $100,000 and some fire truck that my hard earned tax dollars and yours went to pay for definitely got my attention! The treasurer’s books were in horrible disarray when Samantha took them on. It seems that no one felt the need to follow up on them even though the former treasurer had told those above her she was not able to handle the books properly with all of the of issues she had going on. Again the responsibility to sort this out as well as 'the handicap ramp, the equipment repairs and that fact that membership levels are were very low were all left for Kevin to handle. Folks if this doesn’t seem just a little more than wrong to you like it does to me then, well you’re a better Christian than me. What all of this is getting at folks is this, we all need to call Kevin and try to get this young man to stay on as Fire Chief and show our support for him and our local fire department. I can you tell folks that I was there at the meeting when the elections were held and no one else cared to step forward to lead the department but Kevin. X1.- . .Ju'.. . * Future of Fire Department If we don’t come together over this then it could be that we will end up right back where we were some four to five months ago with a level of service to the community that was nowhere near what it needed to be. Also think about this, when was the last Beauty Pageant held for our community? It was back in 2002 folks, the last big fund raiser the department had before this year they actually lost money, the Beauty Pageant brought in over $3,500! I’m sure everyone remembers the community dinner we all enjoyed just a few months back. When was the last one of those held, when was it that at crowd that large last turned out for a fire department event? Folks, I know a lot of you were not happy at all about where the department was heading before the first of the year because a lot of you told me so. What I ask, you same folks now, is to let not only our Fire Chief Kevin Williams know but our county supervisor, Roger Welch, as well what you think about this issue. Roger needs to know how you feel about this issue and Kevin needs to know that we are all behind him in leading our department back to where it needs to be. Ill get off of the soapbox now but I sincerely hope that you people will not let this young man make a decision we, as well as him, may regret one day soon. I hope you all forgive me if I have offended anyone, it was not my intent. I wanted to make the sure we all had a chance to understand Kevin’s side of this story and to have a chance to, well show him how much we appreciate his hard work and deification to our fine little community here. I will say one last thing, if the alarm should go off right now for a rescue call at your house whose face do you thank you’d see racing to your aid to render help? I know whose and I hope, should I ever need it, that it’s the same one I’d see too. Sperryville Business Alliance seeking members The Sperryville Business Alliance (SBA) has extended the deadline for membership enrollment to April 14. Many area business owners received packets of information that included a membership form that must be completed and turned in before the deadline in order for their business to be listed in the 2005 Spenyville brochure and on the web site. The directory-style brochure will be placed in selected Virginia visitor centers, Shenandoah National Park, and in regional kiosk and information centers, potentially reaching large numbers of customers. A listing in this brochure and on the web site will include a description of the business, contact information, and a map locator. Both the brochure and the web site will be divided into the following sections: Accommodations; Dining & Snacking; Shops & Galleries; Wineries; Farms, Orchards & Markets; and Services. Business owners may select the section that Sperryville Nancy Ostinato 987-8444 ddsperryvillebookshop@iglide.net they deem most appropriate for their business. SRA membership is offered in two categories at an excellent value. For those within the 987 Speriyville phone exchange, Sperryville Membership is offered at $85. For those that are outside the 987 phone exchange, but are within Rappahannock Comity or the closely surrounding areas, Associate Membership is offered at $165. Both Sperryville and Associate Members are entitled to the same membership benefits including the listings in the brochure and on the web site. Members will also have the option of purchasing additional advertising in the brochure, available as half-page, full page, or front or back cover advertisements. If you have questions about membership or advertising opportunities, please contact Elizabeth Lee at 540-987-1002 or Eric Kvames at sba@oldway.net. , In other SBA news, volunteers are needed to provide specific skills, serve on committees, and to help the business community achieve their collective goals. The following volunteer positions are available: accountant, legal adviser, administrative assistant, volunteer coordinator, editor and contributing writers (for brochure and web site), and brochure distributor. The following committees are also in need of volunteers: membership, fundraising, marketing, calendar and event planning, beautification, and community outreach. If you are interested in any of the volunteer opportunities, please contact Elizabeth Lee or Eric Kvames at the phone or email listed above. Clark death saddens our town Sympathy is extended to the family of Jim and Ellie Clark of Tiger Valley. Jim’s mother, Cora Clark, of Ellicott City, Md. died March 22. She was a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and greatgrandmother to her large family- lyAt the age of 96, she was an avid bridge player and golfer. Elbe’s step-father, Ray Cass, of Pierre, S. D. passed away on Feb. 11. Ray married his high school sweetheart, Elbe’s toother Garnett TaUey, in 1994 at the age of 82. The couple honeymooned at the Gay Street Inn here in Washington. They were blessed with ten happy years together, enjoying the love of each other’s extended families. Let’s all plan on heading down to the The Tbwn Hall on Washington Jan Clatterbuck 675-3338 jclatterbuck@ timespapers.com Gay Street on April 16 from 12 noon to 4 p.m. to an Earth Basketry workshop to learn the ancient art of basket weaving. The instructor, Janet Kerig, is a fiber artist specializing in earth basketry, using local materials that mother nature provides. The cost is $45. Sounds like fun and such a good deal! For more information, call (540) 987-8670. Mother’s Day is a month away. A friendly reminder for everyone that Washington Baptist Church will be taking orders for fresh flower arrangements and corsages. They offer simple one flower-style corsages for $3.50 and a more detailed style for $5. Orders for corsages must be made by May 2. Flower arrangements are $15 to $25 for the largest arrangement. You may place an order by May 3. Because flower supplies are limited, they cannot guarantee your flower selection or color requests but will do their best. Proceeds will benefit the Women’s Missions Fund, a designated fund to help Women in Need. Call the church for your order at (540) 675-3336. Happy belated birthday wishes go out to Austin Huff, who had his birthday on Saturday, April 2 and Andrew Burke had his day on Monday, April 4. TRIBLE EQUIPMENT, INC. WHEN IT COMES TO FINANCING 0% REALLY ADDS UP. 737 Z Trak NO INTEREST. 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Country store thrives in Sperryville By Jeanne Spath Rappahannock News Staff Writer Standing behind the 150 year old counter, just to your left when you walk into the Sperryville Comer Store, coowner Andy Thompson feels right at home. “This is a great place to pick up things,” Thompson said, “People may have to pay a little more, but they don’t seem to mind having to pay for the convenience.” Convenience is the key. The nearest grocery store to Sperryville being a 25-minute drive into Culpeper. Thompson’s parents, Ken and Mary Thompson, moved to Rappahannock County approximately 12 years ago, followed by the younger Thompson and his wife, Dana, who moved five years ago from Dallas, Texas. “We had been visiting and saw this neat building,” Thompson said, “there is nothing like this around Dallas. It is so neat that places like this are still around.” While Thompson is not certain when the store first opened in Sperryville, he does have accounting books that date as far back as 1870, the ledgers neatly handwritten. Thompson was a truck driver for a furniture company in Dallas, while Dana taught school. The hours they worked were not the best for a young family, so when they moved to Sperryville, they wanted something they could do as a family. The idea to purchase the corner store from Randolph Claytor seemed a perfect family endeavor, and the Thompsons began renovating the property, which consists of three adjoining buildings. Three-in-one building With the store itself already established, Dana began a boutique, but after several years decided to return to teaching. That building is now rented by Wayne and Dot Waller who operate the Apple Hill Bakery. Through a door at the end of Rappahannock News Staff Photos/Jeanne Spath CENTURY-OLD COUNTER: The front counter at the Sperryville Comer Store has lasted as long as the store itself, for 150 years. the cashiers counter is one of Rappahannock County’s most popular eating establishments, Thornton River Grille. “It all began with a simple menu,” laughed Thompson, “but one thing led to another and now it is a wonderful casual fine dining restaurant.” Wien Thornton River Grille first opened, chef Tbm Nash brought eclectic cuisine to the small town. However, after five years, Nash is moving on to a new restaurant in The Plains, opening the door for a new chef, Randall Cooper at Thornton River. Cooper has gained experience as a chef with the Grille at Prince Michel Vineyard in Leon, Va. “The future at Thornton River Grille is bright,” Thompson said, adding that he sought someone who would meet or exceed the standards that have been set by Nash. Upon Nash’s leaving, Thompson said, “we wish him (Nash) luck. He has helped us build this business and we have nothing but gratitude toward him. We both agreed that it was time for us to move in different directions.” A different cut from the rest When asked what sets the Sperryville Comer Store apart from the other country markets in the county, Thompson quickly said that it is their butcher shop area. “Most of the others don’t have fresh cut and fresh ground beef,” he added, “the first time I tasted beef freshly ground made me know I did not want to buy it anywhere else again. This is a calling card for this store.” That is one of the features that has regulars come back time and again to do their shopping in the small market, which carries a variety of items from canned goods to staples, such as bread and milk. “I am going to be adding more upscale items, such as gourmet mustards, grilling sauces and natural foods that Mountainside used to cany,” he said, “we want to constantly upgrade, to see what people want.” , As for the future of the Sperryville Comer Store, Thompson knows it will be difficult to continue competing with larger stores outside of Rappahannock County, but for now he will rely on the convenience factor. “It helps to know that we are not solely reliant on the groceiy business, but we will definitely keep it since we have other endeavors on each side,” said Thompson, adding that he has no plans to change the store from what it is now due to the expansive histoiy and tradition of the old-time country store. Jeanne Spath may be reached at jspath@timespapers.com Photo by Richard Lykes ENVIRONMENT MINDED: Bob Lander (left) was presented with an award from Paul Farmer (right) for his work in protecting the Rappahannock environment. Lander receives environmental award Bob Lander, who recently retired as president of one of the county’s most important environmental protection organizations, was awarded a citation on March 21 for his vision and leadership of the Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection (RLEP). Lander was cited for much respected work in guiding RLEP in its formative years—particularly in working to minimize the visual impact of new cell-phone towers in the county, work on a draft for an improved county comprehensive plan, his leadership of the Washington Courthouse gardens project, and his role in helping launch “RappFLOW (to protect the county’s water resources). In awarding Lander this citation, new RLEP president, Paul Farmer, praised Lander’s leadership as “serving the environment well while respecting the interests of Rappahannock citizens and institutions.” Lander will continue to devote his spare time to other civic and community affairs, including the Lions’ Club, Scrabble School Foundation, and volunteer work in the county schools and at Trinity Episcopal Church. Show From Page A6 karate. Tommy Fantaci recited two poems and Joanna Hughes sang a beautiful song while her mother accompanied her on guitar. Sarah Wheatley read Shel Silverstien’s book “The Giving Tree” followed by Megan Wheatley who sang a country song. Laura and Megan Wheatley performed the Abbot and Costello act of “Who’s on First” which was hilarious. The program ended with Laura Wheatley delighting the audience with one last song. The 2005 Share the Fun Talent Show was entertaining and gave the performers a chance to show the audience the wonderful talents they each have. Who knows, maybe America’s next Idol is right here in Rappahannock County! If you would like to find out more about the Rappahannock 4-H program, please call Jenny Kapsa, 4-H Coordinator, at 540-6753619. Come GeUlwseVett» 00 Chevy Corvette i 00 Chevy Corvette j vAA Corvette 54980 _,~hi*Tnn White w/Bcige leather. 02 Pontiac Trans AM 02 Pontiac Trans AM 9AQfi9 01 Pontiac, Formula 8.750 *'*$28,700 —ii’BfflfiSSSSS i SS»S5SSSB UWJUivj - !*>**>*»» OH THE ,-r Vv

• Events/B3 • Obituaries/B4 • Real Estate/B4 • Classifieds/B8-B12 April 7, 2005 www.timescommunity.com Photo by Richard Lykes SAY YOU WILL: Buddy Darden and Pat Hamilton pose for their leading roles in Anton Chekhov’s “The Marriage Proposal” one of two romantic comedies opening Ki Theatre’s spring season. r Ki Theatre opens spring season with two Chekhov comedies By Richard Lykes Special to the Rappahannock News Theatre goers will be treated to a riotous good time this month as Ki Theatre opens its spring season on April 16 with two plays by Russian playwright Anton Chekhov, one of the best known drama-_ often to Brazil where he visits his daughter, son-in-law, and granddaughter. Hombostel has been regaling Rappahannock audiences with his inspired storytelling for some years at various Ki Theatre productions and “Soup and Soul” events. _ Onp nf Hirpctnr HnmKnofnl’o rrmcf foa_ tists of the late 19th century. Both plays are of the “loveconquers-all” genre with the antics of the would-be lovers said to resemble “Saturday Night Live” without the intellectual content. “The Marriage Proposal” is a farce in one act, telling the stoxy of a nervous would-be suitor who comes to propose to a neighbor’s spinster daughter. Usually an exciting and romantic event, petty squabbling over the disputed ownership of an adjoining sliver of land almost derails the attempted proposed. Mayhem and madness soar in “The Bear,” where Chekhov tells a different story of romantic reality — that of a spirited, virtuous widow who is pressed by an unexpected visitor to pay off the debt of her late husband. He vows to stay in her home until the debt is paid. In the 66 We come to the theatre to be amused, but we are all part of the amusement as well. In these plays, Chekhov gently reminds us of the foolish things we have all done at some time in our lives and causes us to laugh at the madness and humor of life. Peter Hombostel Director vxit ui uii cvwi iiumuusici o muot iaacinating personal tales are of his childhood when Albert Einstein used to bounce him on his knee. His parents were close friends of the great scientist who used to come to his home to visit with his family. Among the Ki productions in which Hombostel has appeared are “Under Milkwood,” “The Christmas Play” and The Shepherds’ Play.” His directing debut came at Ki Theatre last spring with “Ancestral Voices.” lb hone his skills in drama, he currently is taking graduate studies in drama at Catholic University. In an interview, director Hombostel discussed how Chekhov’s goals in writing these plays have a universal appeal with audiences. “Clearly,” he tells us, “Chekhov enjoyed poking fun at the often foolish chases which happen between young men and women, and the way that they seem so often to be working against their own desires.” He added, “Chekhov ever so oent.lv and kindlv. end, love somehow enters the picture and the widow winds up receiving an offer of marriage instead from a man she first found obnoxious. Come see if they five happily ever after. Hombostel at the helm The director of these two plays is long-time Rappahannock resident, Peter Hombostel. A seasoned storyteller, actor, and in his professional life, an attorney who specializes in international corporate law, Hombostel was a Fulbright scholar in Austria. In addition to his fluency in German, he also speaks Portuguese and travels would poke fun at the audience as well, causing us to recognize now and again, that we have often acted just as foolish. Stellar performers grace the stage “The Marriage Proposal” The suitor in this comedy as Ivan Vasilievich Lomov, is Buddy Darden. Darden returns to the Ki Theatre stage from his debut last spring in “Ancestral Voices.” Darden, See PLAY, Page B5 It’s Showtime! By Wendy Weinberg Special to the Rappahannock News Opera lovers and fans of Broadway musicals alike will delight as the best loved arias marry with well-known Show tunes for a concert of beautiful music to be held at the Theatre at Washington, Virginia'on Saturday, April 16 at 8 p.m. The Broadway selections are taken from “Carousel," “The Sound of Music,” “The King and I,” and “Showboat.” The operatic music comes from Mozart’s “The Magic Flute,” and Puccini’s “Theca,” with a couple of songs by Dvorak and Giordano. Bringing this popular music to “little” Washington are Jacqueline Neimat, soprano, Joshua Saxon, tenor, and George Peachey, piano. This will mark the fifth time that Jacqueline Neimat and George Peachey have performed together at the Theatre. It will be the first appearance here of the youthful tenor Joshua Saxon. Jacqueline Neimat is an accom plished classical artist who has performed for a number of years in the Washington area. She has trained and worked with George Gibson, Elizabeth Daniels, and Renata Scotto. Her recitals include performances at a variety of venues, including Strathmore Hall, the Arts Club of Washington, the Italian Cultural Society, and the Austrian, Finnish, Lebanese, and Egyptian Embassies. Neimat has sung for audiences comprising members of Congress, the White House staff, and the Diplomatic Corps. Joshua Saxon is becoming recognized as one of the most promising young artists in the Washington area. He is the 2002 first place winner of the National Symphony Young Soloists Competition, a first place winner of the National Association of Thachers of Singing Regional Competition and Student Auditions. He has received the Artist of the Year Award from the Amadeus Orchestra, and was a second place winner of the Rosa Ponselle All Marylander’s Jacqueline Neimat Soprano Competition. George Peachey is well known in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area as a vocal accompanist, chamber musician and soloist. He has performed at The Kennedy Center Terrace Theater, The Phillips Collection, The Corcoran Gallery of George Peachey Pianist Art, and Lisner Auditorium, among many other venues, and has appeared frequently as guest artist on Jerome Barry’s popular Embassy Series. Peachey has been guest artist on the National Symphony Chamber Music Series, and has performed with the Stratford Chamber Players, led by Joshua Saxon Tenor violinist William Steck. Tickets for the concert at the Theatre at Washington, Virginia on April 16 are $15 for adults and $5 for students 18 and under. For reservations or for a copy of the Theatre’s spring schedule, phone (540) 675-1253 or e-mail TheatreVA@aol.com. ‘Hotel Rwanda9 is a film of rare courage By Joanne Hilty Special to the Rappahannock News “Hotel Rwanda” is one of the year’s most moving and powerful films. Based on a true stoiy, the film chronicles a devastating event in recent world history — the 1994 Rwandan genocide. A long-simmering conflict between the ruling Hutu tribe and Tutsi rebels turned into civil war and 1 million Rwandans, many of them women and children, were murdered in the space of 100 days. Starring Oscar nominee Don Cheadle in the performance of his career, the Rappahannock Association for the Arts and Community is showing this film at The Theatre in Washington, VA, Friday, April 15, 8:00 p.m. Cheadle as Paul Rusesabagina is the black assistant manager in a Belgian-owned luxury hotel in Kigali, Rwanda, Africa. (Rusesabagina, who is now living in Belgium with his family, was a consultant for the film.) It is 1994 and civil war has broken out outside the walls of the four-star lodging and the powerful Hutu tribe is bent on getting revenge on the previously powerful Tutsis. Paul, a Hutu but non-political, only wants to save his wife Tatiana (Sophie Okonedo) and their children but it soon becomes obvious that his sizable extended family is in danger too. Due to his influential position at the four-star hotel that r is regarded as a safe haven amid the chaos of Rwanda, Paul has amassed a cache of favors from influential people both in and out of the country. The white, foreign workers and man< agers are abandoning Rwanda into the hands of the mur' derous Hutu with only a token United Nations force remaining, led by Colonel Oliver (Nick Nolte), but hamstrung by a . no-fire zone. * The abandonment of Rwanda by the western powers *■ leaves the door open for rampant abuse and murder by the ! Hutus and more and more refugees flock to Paul’s hotel, ; where he is placed in charge by the Belgian owners after the white manager of the hotel flees. Paul utilizes the support ‘ and political clout of the company’s chairman (played by * Jean Reno) to protect his steadily growing number of wards. • But, for every good deed and success, the hotel manager must face increasing obstacles that could mean the whole■ sale slaughter of his refugee residents. He calls in his fast• diminishing markers to feed and protect the still-growing numbers. Cheadle, as the lead in a significant and important film, Starring Oscar nominee Don Cheadle, RAAC is showing ‘Hotel Rwanda’ at The Theatre in Washington, VA, Friday, April 15, 8:00 p.m. is commanding in the role of Paul Ruysesabagina as he must juggle his influence and stockpile of favors and bribes to maintain a tenuous balance as he tries to work both ends against the middle. His bravery in the face of brutal violence is an impressive depiction. Sophie Okonedo, as Paul’s wife Tatiana, gives a strong performance in a demanding role. While she is supportive of her husband and stands by him, she is also concerned for her family and their survival. Nick Nolte, as the UN peacekeeper, does a superb job depicting a man who wants to do the right thing in the war tom country but whose hands are tied by forces and influences outside Rwanda. This is a film that rivals “Schindler’s List” and “The Killing Fields.” It is a powerful story with dynamic acting. Its raw emotion will bring tears to your eyes. Oscar nominations were bestowed on Cheadle for Best Actor and Okonedo for Best Supporting Actress. Don’t miss this moving and powerful film. “Hotel Rwanda” is rated PG-13 and contains widespread violence, racial epithets and obscenity. It’s enlightening for high schoolers, but not for middle schoolers. Run time is 121 minutes. Pianist Takao to play April 9 Ine Japanese-born pianist Naoko Takao will play a recital of music by Beethoven, Chopin, Ravel, and Rachmaninoff at the Theatre at Washington, Virginia this Saturday, April 9. The concert begins at 8 p.m. This will be only the second piano recital to be played on the 1 heatre s new grand piano. Reservations and more information can be obtained by contacting the Theatre at 6751253 or emailing TheatreVA® aol.com. Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for students 18 and under. 1 Photo by Richard Lykes Gallery lovers Artist and friends gathered at the Packing Shed Gallery in Little Washington over the weekend to view its latest event — “The Resurrection Show” which features the work of ten artists working in a variety of mediums. Pictured left to right are: Barbara Sherwood, Jane Purnell (daughter of artist Robin Purnell), Jeanne Drevas, Chris Stephens, and Nina Moore. The marble carved sculpture, entitled “Miss Rappahannock of the Chesapeake Watershed,” is by sculptor Gary Colson. The Packing Shed gallery is open Thursdays through Mondays from 12:30 to 7:00 p.m. The current show runs until May 2.

Church Activities i 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. Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. Prayer & Bible Study Hope HiU Baptist Church Pastor Mitton switzer, Sr. Asst. Pastor John Lines Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Services 11 a.m. Evening Worship 7 p.m. Wednesday: Prayer & Bible Study 7:30 p.m. AmissviUe 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 HiU Pentecostal 1 Pastor: Rev. Bobby W. Jenkins Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 6:30 a.m. Wednesday: Worship Service 7:30 p.m. Woodville Baptist Pastor: Visiting minister Doug Farmer Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Evening ministry, children’s ministry 7 p.m. Wednesday: Devotions and prayer 7 p.m. Choir practice 7:30 p.m. AmissviUe Full Gospel Pastor: Rev. Jim Pittman lr Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship 11 am 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., Sunday School, 10 a.m.; Willis Chapel at 10 a.m.; and Sperryville at 11:15 a.m. The Rev. Merlin Short) is pastor and invites the public. AmissviUe United Methodist Pastor: Rev. Edward “Ned” VanDyck Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 p.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Tuesday: Youth Group 7 p.m. St. Peter's Catholic Mission Administrator: 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 Thursday: Meditation 7:30 a.m. Sunday: Holy Eucharist 8 a.m. Holy Eucharist 9:15 a.m. Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist 11:00 a.m. Wednesday: Holy Eucharist and Bible Study 9:30 a.m. Kids’ Bble CUd 3:45 p.m. Washngton Baptist Chuch Thursday: Meditation 7:30 a.m. Washington Baptist Pastor: Rev. Phillip Bailey Sunday: Bible Study 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Tuesday: Adult Choir 7 p.m. Wednesday: Men’s Discipleship Class 7 p.m. Thornton's Gap Regular Baptist Rev. Kirby Shenk Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m Gid Brown Bible Baptist Pastor: John K. Burke Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Prayer Service 7 p.m. Five Forks Regular Baptist Pastor: Elder Roger L Smith1 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. tist Church Meets first Sundays at 2 p.m. and third Sundays at 10:30 a.m. Washington Baptist Church Washington Baptist Church is located in the heart of Washington, Virginia at 180 Gay Street. On Route 626, what is known as Tiger Valley Road, there is another baptist church that is nestled up in the foothills of Long Mountain. Mt. Salem Baptist Church, known as the “Mother of all Baptist churches in Rappahannock County”, is now a national landmark. Under the leadership of its long time pastor, Drawing by local artist Geneva Welch Rev. Barnett G Church wi rimsley, a Baptist is established in the county seat of ington. Through the ance of Miss Mary a member of Mt. Baptist Church, a ing was erected in > and the Washington iptist Church was constituted in 1882. The pastor of S, Wa s h i n g ton Baptist Church is Rev. Phillip W. Bailey who has filled this role since Jan. 1996. Regular Sunday services include Sunday School for all ages at 9:45 a.m., followed by 11 a.m. &_ worship service The church has a Kids’ Community Bible club program that meets every Wednesday at 3:30 p.m. This is in conjunction with Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church of Sperryville and Trinity Episcopal of Washington. Every Tuesday at 7 p.m. the adult choir meets and practices. On the first and third Sunday of each month the children’s church worship meets at 11 a.m. The Men’s Discipleship Group meets every Wednesday at 7 p.m. and the second and fourth Sundays at 11 a.m. Washington Baptist Church hosts a fun-filled week of Vacation Bible School in June in partnership with Trinity Episcopal Church of Washington. Rev. Phillip W. Bailey welcomes everyone . For more information about he church, call the office at (540) 6753336. Religious Notes Southern Gospel Group Amissville Baptist church will be having a Southern Gospel Group called “Sons of Praise” from Lynchburg on April 10 for the 11 a.m. service. Everyone is welcome. Revival planned Gid Brown Bible Baptist Church in Washington will hold a revival from Sunday, April 3 to Thursday, April 7 at 7:30 p.m. with Evangelist Jinuney Clark from Lexington, N. C. There is special singing each night and nursery care provided. Pastor John Burke invites all to attend. Bible study A precept Bible study on the book of Jude will be held at the Rappahannock County Library beginning April 12-17 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. by Jeanette Beck and Pat Alard. For more information, call (540) 937-9954 or (540) 6752568. Revival planned Thornton’s Gap Regular Baptist Church of Spenyville will hold a revival from Monday, April 18 to Friday, April 22 at 7:30 p.m. with Elder Nelson Pettit of Smiths Creek Regular Baptist Church of New Market Va. who will be the guest speaker. Everyone is welcome. Local student finds ‘True Love Waits’ party a success By Kevin Riedel Special to the Rappahannock News On Sunday, March 20, a large group of Rappahannock County teenagers gathered at the Washington Baptist Church. They belonged to different churches and schools scattered across the county, but they came for one unifying reason — to pledge themselves to a lifetime of purity including sexual abstinence until marriage. Thanks to the efforts of several volunteers, they were presented with activities which will allow them to do so. Nurse practitioner Anne Miller spoke to the youth about the types of sexually transmitted diseases that she sees most frequently in her patients. However, she did not just offer medical reasons for staying pure. Mrs. Miller discussed how remaining pure allows teenagers' to focus on their everyday responsibilities, r avoid obsessive relationships, and become the best partner that they can be for their future spouse. After Mrs. Miller answered questions, those who desired could sign cards pledging abstinence until marriage for the benefit of “myself and those I love”. The evening was not spent in complete seriousness. The youth attending competed in a St. Patrick’s Day Olympics by battling in rounds of ping-pong and card tossing. Afterwards, members of the competing “limericks” and “tiperaries” were able to join together and talk while enjoying delicious food prepared by the organizers. When it was time to clean up and leave, most participants felt that the event had been a worthwhile and enjoyable use of their time which allowed them to confirm and affirm their convictions. 1 IBirth It’s a boy! Richard Lee and Renee Nicole Settle Jr. of Chester Gap are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Elijah William Settle. Elijah was bom on March 20 at t auquier Hospital in Warrenton. He weighed 81bs. 8ozs. and was 20 inches long. Elijah’s grandparents are William and Kimberly Goodwin of Chester Gap, Richard and Tamara Settle of Flint Hill and Terri and Terry Brooks of Amissville. Great grandparents are William Richard and Ester Settle of Flint Hill, Thomas and Carolyn Leake of Chester Gap and Thomas and Betty Martin of Uniontown, Pa. Art Show looking for artists By Enid Adams Special to the Rappahannock News Artists of all media, age and level of experience are invited to exhibit at the 58th Annual Neighborhood Art Show to be held the weekend of May 20th22nd at Grace Episcopal Church in The Plains, VA Categories include painting on canvas or board, watercolor techniques, photography, sculpture, graphics (including printmaking, drawing and pastels), ceramics, textiles and mixed and other media. This well established regional exhibit is a wonderful opportunity to see and buy the work of talented area artists within a radius of 75 miles. The entry fee .is $15 for adults with a limit of 2 entries. Fees includes one admission to Friday evening's Opening Gala per entry. Commission of sales is 20%. An exhibit of youth art runs concurrent with the adult exhibit. School entries are $5, limit one per exhibitor. Group projects may be entered as a fundraiser for the school, and have been popular enough to cause bidding wars. Student exhibitors are admitted free on Saturday and Sunday. Ribbons will be awarded in each category by a panel of distinguished judges. Work must be delivered ready to hang on Wednesday, May 18th, between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Commission of sales is 20%. Honrs of the show and sale are Friday 6-8:30 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and after Sunday evening’s concert. Exhibitors must pick up unsold works on Monday between 10-5. In addition to showcasing area artists, the show is a fundraiser for worthy causes in our community and worldwide. Gala tickets for exhibitor’s guests and the public are $15. Sponsors receive admission to the Opening Gala for their charitable contribution of $30 or more. From last year’s proceeds, $9,000 was raised for Habitat for Humanity, John Page Turner Community House, Grace’s community food pantry, and other outreach ministries. Earlier this year Grace Outreach donated $5,000 to tsunami relief efforts. Entry forms must be postmarked by Monday April 11. Artists may call 540-253-5177 to request a form by mail or download it from www.gracechurch. net. Entry and sponsor forms are also available for pickup at Grace Church and RR Arts in The Plains. Registration opens for two new Life Stories Workshops Come join two one-day workshops presented by Ki Theatre this April and taught by award winning writer Julie Portman. Both workshops are new. On April 23 “Stories in Performance” is scheduled. The workshop will explore techniques and the practice of sharing stories with small and large audiences. The skills of delivery, projection, creating characters, working with images and relationship with See WORKSHOPS, Page B5 Brookside Restaurant & Gift Shop U S. 211 E. 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Paul writes in his letter to the Romans 1:1 l-12...“For I long to see you, that I may impart to you some spiritual gift to strengthen you, that is, that we may he mutually encouraged by each other’s faith, both yours and mine.” Won’t you share your joy with others at your local church or synagogue this week? God will smile upon you. That We May Be Mutually Encouraged.. TWSMV 1K12-M IfcttHH 1:1-1* I1HI fWW UTHBMT IMW IM» fcl-17 t*n Scr pCums S -tfclmj by 7b* Ar^njff Society Ccprf&r JOOt- K*si* Hviutms N#*rtp*p*r P O 6o» 91$/. Che/totH*»««*. VA ??906 mw*.k#fwix&r> ABERDEEN -<2^ BARN r&i Steaks • Seafood • Prime Rib Banquets • Luncheons in the Holiday Inn of Culpeper 15401 825-1037 W.C. THOMPSON FUNERAL HOME 503-7 NORTH MAIN ST. CULPEPER, VIRGINIA (540) 8256700 Church Activities are brought to you courtesy of these advertisers and the Rappahannock Newsy

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While teams can register right up to the day of the Relay, those team captains who register their teams by this meeting will assure that their team’s name is on the back of this year’s Relay shirts. Also, team members may be added to teams until the day of the Relay but only registering before April 7 will assure that team shirts will be ordered in the proper sizes. Team packages can still be picked up by calling Ben Atkins at 635-2377 or Bette Mahoney at 675-3446. Sign Language of the Soul at the Library Rappahannock Association for the Arts and the Community welcomes Dr. Dale Schusterman, who will give a talk at the library, Friday, April 8 at 8 p.m. The chiropractic physician will talk about his book, “Sign Language of the Soul-A Handbook of Healing”. Sponsored by RAAC as part of the Second Friday at the Library Series. Admission is free. Four & Twenty Blackbirds host a dinner Four & Twenty Blackbirds Restaurant in Flint Hill will host a wine dinner with Linden Vineyards on Friday, April 8. The five dinner courses will be matched with different Linden wines and winemaker Jim Law will be on hand to talk about his wine crafting techniques before each course. Dinner is at 7p.m. and the cost is $75 per person. Call for reservations at (540) 675-1111. This week Four & Twenty blackbirds celebrates its 15th year. anniversary in Flint Hill. Many thanks to our loyal customers, wonderful staff, past, present, supportive Bed and Breakfast owners, and reliable local food purveyors. Sign Language of the Soul Dr. Dale Schusterman will hold a weekend course presenting his latest material and insights drawn from his book “Sign Language of the Soul.” Participants will learn a comprehensive, yet easy hands on approach to balancing oneself and accessing the hidden issues behind illness on April 9 and 10 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Belle Meade Schoolhouse in Sperryville. For more information, call Brenda Van Ness at (540) 987-9527 or email www.Sign Language of the Soul.com. Drum Call Workshops Learn the language of the drum including world beat,primal beat, entrainment, West African rhythms, Belly Dance rhythms, hand and stick techniques, and build up your chops . All levels welcome at the Town Hall on Gay Street in Washington,Va. Sat. April 9 from 2 to 4 p.m. for women only. Cost $25 . Instructor Janet Kerig percussionist, artist and drum circle leader. Contact artsandcraftscamp @ yahoo.com or 987-8670. Extra drums available. Read Partners session Books & Barks R.E.A.D. Partners session will be held on Friday, April 8. At the Rappahannock County 4-H office from 4-6 p.m. Preregistration is required. Each child will have a half hour, one on one session to read to one of our special dogs. Bring a favorite book with you or read one of the dogs favorites! We make reading fun! Call (540) 987-9632 or e-mail: books_n_barks@yahoo.com to sign up or for more information. Book signing and reading James P. Gannon joins the growing list of Rappahannock County authors with his newly published book, “A Life in Print.” Gannon plans to read selections on his life as a political reporter in Washington D.C. and his retirement years in Rappahannock County at the Old Sperryville Bookshop on Friday, April 8 at 7:30 p.m. 4-H Jumble sale The Rappahannock 4-H Livestock Club is seeking items from the community for its second annual Jumble Sale on Saturday April 9 at the Flint Hill Fire station. Some of the county’s antique furniture, collectibles, and other household items will be for sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Shoppers can buy refreshments, raffle tickets and meet members of the dub. No dothing please. Items that are related to Rappahannock County are especially appreciated. Donations are tax dedudible. While you shop, enjoy music by Debbie Zinn. Contact Jim Massie (937-5361) to arrange to have any items picked up. Proceeds of the sale will go to support the sale of their livestock at the Culpeper. Madison and Rappahannock Farm Fair. Piano recital Naoko Takao, a native of Japan, will give her first recital at The Theatre in Washington on Saturday, April 9 at 8 p.m. Takao has been active as recitalist, orchestral soloist, and chamber musician in the United States as well as in France, Taiwan, and Japan. Tickets for the concert for adults are $15 and $5 for students 18 and under. For reservations call (5400 675-1253 or e-mail Theatre VA@aol.com. Hearthstone’s auction Mark your calendars and plan to attend Sperryville’s most lively auction on Saturday, April 9 from 3-6 p.m. Hearthstone’s most significant, yearly fundraising event begins with an hour tong silent auction at 3 p.m. at the school, located west of Sperryville on Rt. 211. Donations of goods and services from the community are gratefully received by calling 987-9212. Items can also be dropped off during school hours. Vertical Cabernet Sauvignon tasting Vertical Cabernet Sauvignon tasting will be held on Saturday, April 9 from 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m at Gray Ghost in Amissville. Blacktie optional evening features vintages 1993-2002 of Gray Ghost Cabernets, gourmet hors d'ouevres and discussion. Reservations required. The cost is $64 per person plus tax. Gray Ghost is located at 14706 Lee Highway and can be contacted at (540) 937-4869. Meadery events On April 9 Smokehouse Winery of Sperryville will host an evening of music starting at 8 p.m. which will feature dulcimer, guitar, percussion, voice et al. Unique local musicians will entertain in the folk tradition. Meads will be available (limited), small fee required. Call 987-3194 for information. Spring cleanup The first spring cleanup project of Route 231 for a couple of miles from Route 522 to Ashby Road will take place on April 10 from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Free mead will be provided to the participants as well as other nourishments after the mornings cleanup. Small fee require. Call 987-3194 for information. Earth Day celebration Earth Day celebration will be held on April 17 starting 12 noon at Ben Venue Farm on Route 729 Ben Venue Road at the race course. Fun and kite flying for children of all ages. Parents can bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the day as well. Therapy dogs Waggin’ Hearts Therapy dogs will meet on Thursday, April 14 at 7 p.m. at the Rappahannock County 4-H office. If you are interested in becoming a therapy dog team with your favorite canine or would like more information about therapy dogs, please join us. For more information, call Sally at (540) 987-9632 or email wagginhearts@yahoo.com. Congressman Eric Cantor’s Community Outreach Director to visit Congressman Eric Cantor’s Community Outreach Director, Mrs. Barbara Taylor, will be available at the Rappahannock County Library, 4 Library Road, Washington, on Thursday, April 14, at 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. Congressman Cantor s office is happy to provide this service to speak with constituents who need assistance or have problems of a federal nature. Citizens are also welcome to express their opinions on matters of concern, particularly national topics or issues before the United States Congress. Constituents who wish to make direct contact with Congressman Cantor’s District Offices may call (540) 825-8960 in Culpeper or (1-800) 438-3793 in Richmond. In addition, constituents may visit http://cantor.house.gov. Ki Theatre announces spring season Two one-act plays by Russia's most famous playwright, Anton Chekhov, open Ki Theatre's spring se son on Saturday, April 16 at 8 p.m. These short plays (“The Marriage Proposal" and “The Bear"), are set in rural Russia in the late 19th century. Both are famous for Chekhov’s comic interpretations of romantic reality. Call for reservations at (540) 987-3164 or email your request to bettemah@stoneledge.net . Tickets are $12 for the one-night-only performance which begins at 8 p.m. L See EVENTS, Page B4

Obituary Charlie Putnam Amissville resident Charlie Putnam, 87, of Amissville died April 3 at Oak Springs Nursing home in Warrenton. Mr. Putnam was bom July 25, 1917 in Hume, son of the late Joseph and Eva Jane McCormick Putnam. He was a farmer and had worked on the Dunnottar Farm for some 40 years. Mr. Putnam is survived by three daughters, Ann P. Clate of Amissville, Jeanette Wright of Warrenton and Deborah Faye Putnam of Mineral, Va., and one stepdaughter, Doris Falls of The Plains, Va. He was a member of the Bethel United Methodist Church. Additional survivors include one brother, Harding Putnam oi Bentonville, Va., one sister, Pauline Snyder of Cincinnati, Oh., seven grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held on April 6 at Royston Funeral Home in Marshall, Va. Interment was followed in the Orlean Cemetery. Home and land transfers this week These Rappahahnock County home and land property transfers were recorded in the Rappahannock County Circuit Court Clerk’s office for the week of March 25-April 1. Jackson Delmas Dean Dotson to Delmas Dean Dotson and wife. 0.9273 acres, 0.6828 acres, 0.1351 acres. Wakefield Wade W. Massie and others to Michelle K. Poret, 2 acres. $150,000. David Mayhugh Estate to Broadlands Management LLC, 81.5386 acres. $850,000. Cio ('^English • r U NF R At HOMf"Families Serving Families" Unparalleled Service Since 1830, the Benchmark of Funeral Service 11190 James Monroe Highway (Kt. 29 South) Culpeper, VA Wayne English, Funeral Director 540-825-2361 Kyle M. Gibbs, Funeral Director wMrw.cloreenglish.com Toys for Tots Sponsor www.keymemories.com Prime Properties in Rappahannock County Flint Hill - Breathtaking Blue Ridge Mt. views plus pastoral & pond views from this smartly designed 3/4BR/3BA stucco contemporary home w/ numerous custom amenities that add to its beauty. A cobblestone Porte-co-chere w/ stone pillars conveniently attaches the 2-car garage. The 25 open/rolling acres offer small apple/peach orchard, partial fencing, a workshop & fully landscaped yard. $995,000 Ben Venue area - 31.45 surveyed acres offer panoramic views of Battle Mts. & Blue Ridge Mts., pasture, woodlands, stream, and fencing. Located in Old Dominion & RaDO’k Hunt areas. $650,000 .Really C o< Jean Lillard 540-675-3670 www.roywheeler.com/rc 617 Zachary Taylor Highway Flint Hill, Virginia 22627 [H. HHl Thomas D. Compton Last week Tbm left us to go home to be with God. He was a wonderful person in the Amissville community and always available when you needed a helping hand. Tom \yill be greatly missed as he touched the lives of so many people. He worked hard all his life but still found time to collect cookie jars. He loved people and we all loved him. A space has been left in our community because Tbm is gone, no one can fill this space because he was unique. Tbm is now resting in peace in the arms of Jesus. He will be a part of our fives in this community for a long time. God bless Tom. If anyone would like to make a contribution, you may send donations to the Tom Compton Memorial Fund, P. O. Box 100, Culpeper, VA 20701. Vivian Yancey Hilda Gibson Amissville W.C. Thompson Funeral Home, Inc. “We Care About Tour Peace Of Mind” 503-7 North Main Street • Culpeper, Virginia 22701 Telephone (540) 825-6700 Wilbur Thompson, Mortician & Notary Serving the Piedmont area for over 40 years Sperryville Realty 11909-A Lee Highway • P.O. Box 102 Sperryville, Virginia 22740 540-987-8088 Great location, Sperryville/Woodville area, 7 room and bath farmhouse, needs restoring, outbuildings, 2.44 acres. $269,000 James W. Leake, Broker - 540-987-8236 Bud Corder - 540-675-3291 Barbara Sisk - 540-987-9015 Events From Page B3 Old fashioned country breakfast buffet There will be a old fashioned country breakfast buffet on Saturday, April 16 from 7 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at Reager School located beside the Willis Chapel United Methodist Church in Huntly. This will benefit the Relay for Life. Breakfast prepared by Pat Jenkins and Shirley Fry Learn more about Social Security Local resident Frank Brosgol has arranged for Ed Berkowitz, a noted professor of history at GeorgeWashington University and published author on social security issues, to give a lecture entitled “The History of Social Security: It's Past, Present and Future.” The talk, which is open to the public, will be presented Saturday, April 16, at 7:30 p.m. at Rappahannock County High School. There is no charge. Second “Miss Relay for Life” Womanless Beauty Pageant and Talent Show Miss Relay for Life Womanless Beauty Pageant and Talent Show will be held at the Old Washington School (CCLC) on Saturday, April 16 at 6 p.m. The pageant will be hosted by the Love, Laugh and Live Relay team. Master of ceremonies will be a friend of last years' winner Miss La La Debois from Mississippi. Food and drinks will be available as well as free door prizes. Come out and support this worthy cause and have a great time while doing so. A donation of $5 for adults and $3 for children 10 and under is appreciated (children 3 and under free) For more information call 635-4673 or 635-2073. Registration fee for contestants is $10. Thanks for your support, there is no finish line until we find a cure! Advanced Dowsing, Healing and Self Empowerment seminar Advanced Dowsing, Healing and self empowerment seminar will be held on Tuesday, April 19 and Wednesday, April 20 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Belle Mead Schoolhouse in Sperryville by Raymon Grace. The fee is $250, a Home with Views Mice family home on 2.5 acres situated on quiet cul-de-sac. Built in 2000. Sunny .country Kitchen/dining room combo. Mew berber carpet and vinyl flooring. Walkout basement. Central air/ceiling fans and propane heating. Minutes from downtown Front Royal and 166. Half mile from Shenandoah Mational Park. Lot may be subdivided (please call for details). Appliances and curtains convey. Offered at $275,000 Mountain Views Mine wooded acres less than a mile from Shenandoah Mational Park affords solitude and views. Lots of glass in this three-bedroom contemporary with open floor plan provides bright sunrises and magnificent sunsets. Offered at $450,000 JJappahannock ■“^^EAL ESTATE ^^esources 540-675-1190 Butch Zindel Trish Bartholomew butch@rapprealestate.com tbart 1 @earthlink.net d www.RappahannockRealEstateResources.com 1=1 deposit of $100 by April 5 is requested. Your deposit check will not be cashed, it will be held until the day of the class, bring the payment for the class in cash and your check will be returned to you. Receipts will be given for tax deductions. Send deposit check to Hardie Newton, 2684 Whippoorwill Road, Madison, VA 22724 or for more information email hardieblossoms@earthlink.net Wine Dinner There will be a wine dinner at the Griffin Tavern on Wednesday, April 20. They are featuring wines from Rappahannock Cellars and a rep will be on hand to pour and discuss each wine. It's a seven course meal, five of which will be paired with a Rappahannock Cellars wine. Cost is $75 per person, start time is 7 p.m. For reservations, call Griffin Tavern at (540) 675-3227. Free Clinic open The Rappahannock Free Qlinic, a local branch of the Fauquier Free Clinic operates on the first, third and fifth Wednesdays of each month at the Rappahannock County Health Department in Washington. The next date April 20. Patient registration is from 5:50 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. For further information, call 675-2525 or 347-0394. RAAC Call to Artists Rappahannock Association for the Arts and the Community is pleased to announce 'Artists of Rappahannock County Studio and Gallery Tour1 scheduled Nov. 5-6. All Rappahannock County resident artists are encouraged to apply. Please contact Nancy Keyser at 675-3310 before April 21 to receive an application. The application deadline for participation is May 2. Ki Theatre Workshops On April 23 and 24, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Town Hall on Gay St. in Washington, Julie Portman will offer two exciting opportunities: Saturday, the 23, 'Stories in Performance', which will provide principles and techniques for all types of performance. On Sunday, the 24, 'Stories as Adventure' will give writers guidance in creating stories from their life experiences. For more information call (540) 987-3164 to register. oeeamg young lacues Flint Hill Volunteer Fire Department is seeking young ladies between the ages of 1 -21 to complete for the following titles: Little Miss, ages 1-7, Junior Miss, ages 8-15 and Miss Honorary Fire Chief, ages 16-21. The young ladies will sell tickets on the 2005 Colorado pick up truck and the heifer for the carnival in July. For more information call Karen Williams at (540) 635-4673, leave message. Lions Club Annual Auction Rappahannock Lions Club President, Ken Marlor, announced that the annual auction will be held on April 30 at Bill Payne's Auction Gallery in Amissville. The club is now soliciting donations of furniture, collectibles and other resalable merchandise for auction. All proceeds are used for the benefit of the Rappahannock community. For more information, call Bob Lander, 987-8750. Yard sale If you are thinking of spring cleaning the Flint Hill Volunteer Fire Department is seeking items for the yard sale on June 4 which will be held at the carnival grounds. For more information call Karen and Bruce Williams at (540) 6354673 or Bill Jarrett at (540) 6751000, no clothes, remember “another man's junk is another man's treasure.” Sperryville seeking contestant Sperryville Volunteer Fire Department is seeking carnival queen or king contestants. The carnival is Aug. 10-13. For more information call, Michelle Jenkins at (540) 987-9440. 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Flay From Page Bl an architect with the U.S. Department of Justice, came to Rappahannock County 13 years ago. His interest in theatre began in his native Louisiana where he worked as an architect and volunteered to do stage sets for his community little theatre. Before long he was acting and singing as well in a number of popular plays and musicals, including “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat,” “A Christmas Carol,” “The Wizard of Oz,” and “Hot! Baltimore.” Playing the role of Natalya Stepanovna Chubukova, the neighboring landlord’s unmarried daughter who with her father’s frustrated shove finally receives the “proposal,” is Pat Hamilton. Hamilton is Ki Theatre’s first executive director and has lived in Rappahannock for several years. Hamilton has been a long time supporter of Ki programs and has acted in a number of plays, including “The Shepherds’ Play.” Professionally, she is a speech therapist and was a school principal and later a government contractor specializing in education with the federal government. Hamilton also conducts education evaluations for the Rappahannock County Public Schools. The father of the hopeful Workshops From Page B2 explored. The workshop runs from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. on Saturday. On April 24, “Stories as Adventure” is being offered. Using images of mystery, risk, daring, the unknown, fear, discovery, challenge, death, rebirth, romance and transformation, participants will enjoy a bride-to-be in the Comedy is Michael Mahoney who plays the part of Stepan Stepanovich Chubukov. This long-time Rappahannock resident has been active in local theatrical productions for many of his 19 years in the county. Mahoney has appeared in Ki Theatre’s initial production of the “Shepherd’s Play” and performed several different roles in that play over the years. His credits at Ki Theatre also include the first “Shepherds’ Play,” as well as “The King’s Play,” “Mid Summer Night’s Dream,” “Waiting for Godot,” “Under Milkwood,” and “Ancestral Voices.” Mahoney retired from a long career in the federal government, including policy positions in the Office of the Secretary of Defense and the Department of Health, Education and Welfare. He is a member of Trinity Episcopal Church and a board member of the Rappahannock Association for the Arts in Community (RAAC) and the Rappahannock Non Profit Center. “TheBeai* Popular local actress Stephanie Mastri takes the role of Yelena Ivanovna Popova, a lovely widow and landowner. Mastri debuted at Ki Theatre in 1992 in the original one act play, “Rhythms.” She also has been part of the troupe in “Stories Run Through Us” and in the original one act play “Skunk Scrabble.” This past fall Mastri lively and fun-filled day of writing and sharing adventure stories from the inspiration of life experiences. The workshop runs from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. on Sunday. Each one-day workshop costs $130. Tb reserve your place in the workshop send a check for $50 to Ki Theatre, PO Box 203, Washington, VA 22747. Or call Ki Theatre 540-987-3164. Continuing Education Units are offered for bothworkshops. very convincingly played the role of an abandoned German child in World War II in Joyce Abell’s “Children of War,” an original play produced as part of the “No Ordinary Person” series at the Ki Theatre. Mastri is a speech language pathologist with Fauquier County Public Schools and lives in Warrenton where she just had a successful debut with Fauquier Community Theatre as Friar Francis in Shakespeare’s “Much Ado About Nothing.” Taking the role of Grigory Stephanovitch Smirnov, the debt collector who, uninvited, moves in with the landowner to collect a debt is Philip Roeemond. He has been active in the theatre for most of his professional career as a professional dancer for 25 years. Rosemond has danced for some 10 professional ballet and modem dance companies, performed in numerous plays, musicals and operas as a dancer, actor and singer. Rosemond first appeared on Ki Theatre’s stage last summer in “Stories Run Through Us.” He has taught dance, theatre, performance aesthetics, and arts career developments at the University of Cincinnati and at Colorado State University. Currently he is a freelance curator, archiving the art of the late cartoonist Jeff MacNelly. His family has had a farm in Rappahannock County since 1970 and he came back to retire here several years ago. In the role of the landowner Praising Portman Julie Portman who teaches the workshops is an Obie award-winning theatre director, performer and writer who teaches Life Stories Workshops in Washington, Virginia, in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, 75 miles southwest of Washington, DC. She also trains the staff of businesses, human service organizations and federal agencies to use stories to increase the effectiveness Yelena’s elderly servant, Luka, is Norman Getsinger. A retired diplomat with a long career in the U.S. Foreign Service, Getsinger was last posted in Hong Kong as deputy consul general. He now lives near Flint Hill. Mr. Getsinger’s interest in theatre actually began in the 1940s with summer stock in New York City. His love of the theatre brought him back to play various roles in Ki Theatre productions in recent years, including “Under Milkwood” and “The Shepherds’ Play.” Behind the scenes With the successful production of five plays at Ki Theatre in recent years to her credit, producer Bette Mahoney has garnered the appreciation of audiences in such plays as “The Shepherds’ Play,” “Ancestral Voices,” “Stories Run Through Us,” and “No Ordinary Person.” Mahoney is a retired economist whose work focused on the design and analysis of large governmental surveys. She is a graduate of the University of Chicago and serves on the board of the Headwater’s Starfish Mentoring Program and the Rappahannock chapter of the American Cancer Society. She and her husband, Michael* have made their home in the county for nearly two decades. Carl Alpin and Ibdd .Morgan, long-time Ki Theatre aficionados and volunteers will be in charge of the lighting for of their work. 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Sponsored by The Rappahannock Association for the Arts and the Community and topping the fist of exciting films are “The Aviator,” nominated for 11 Oscars including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor and both Best Supporting Actor and Actress; “Million Dollar Baby,” up for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor and Actress and Best Supporting Actor; and “Hotel Rwanda,” nominated for Best Actor and Best Supporting Actress. These and other great selections are listed below with their show dates. at The Theatre in Washington, VA: f APRIL 15: “HOTEL RWANDA” (PG-13, 121 minutes) Based on a true story, a Rwandan hotel manager (Don Cheadle) shelters and saves hundreds of Tutsis in the 1994 genocide in that African country. (Cheadle nominated for Best Actor; Sophie Okonedo for Best Supporting Actress, Original Screenplay) fMAY6: “THE STORY OF THE WEEPING CAMEL” (PG, 90 minutes) Magical “narrative documentary” about a Mongolian family’s efforts to get a mother camel to accept a newborn calf and a fascinating look at a culture living in close harmony-with nature. In Mongolian with English subti ties. (Up for Best Documentary) f MAY 20: “THE HOUSE OF FLYING DAGGERS” (PG-13, 119 minutes) Two Tang dynasty officers try to trick a blind dancer into leading them to the Flying Daggers, a group of insurgents. A love story ensues along with martial arts sword and sorcery. In Mandarin Chinese with English subtitles. (Cinematography) f JUNE 3: “BEING JULIA” (R, 104 minutes) Annette Bening is the reigning London stage diva who in 1938 begins an affair with a much younger American man. Based on W. Somerset Maugham’s novel, this comedy about theater types also stars Jeremy Irons. (Bening for Best Actress) fJUNE 17: “THE AVIATOR” (PG-13,169 minutes) Leonardo DiCaprio plays Howard Hughes, a movie mogul, aviation pioneer and paranoid obsessive struggling with many psychological demons. Also stars Cate Blanchett as Kate Hepburn. (Eleven nomirations!) fJULY 1: “PHANTOM OF THE OPERA” (PG13, 143 minutes) From the renowned stage musical, the movie stars Emmy Rossum who is tom romantically between childhood sweetheart and opera patron Raoul de Chagny (Patrick Wilson) and the spec tral Angel of Music (Phantom) who lives in the basement and will do anything to make Christine successful. Opulent, dreamlike production with rock-operetta score. (Cinematography, Art Direction, Original Song) f JULY 15: “MILLION DOLLAR BABY” (PG13,132 minutes) Clint Eastwood directs and stars in this deceptively simple story about a tough boxing coach in LA. who reluctantly agrees to train a 31-year old waitress (Hilary Swank) They form a quasi-father-daughter relationship and then something awful happens. Not just a boxing film. (Seven nominations, Eastwood for Best Actor and Director, Swank for Best Actress, Morgan Freeman for Best Supporting Actor, and Best Picture) f AUGUST 5: “THE CHORUS” (PG-13, 96 minutes) A new teacher comes to work at a boarding school for wayward boys, raising their spirits and changing their fives through music. Starring Gerard Jugnot, this simple story delves into abuse of power and authority and the tyranny of adults’ low expectations of children. In French with English subtitles. (Best Foreign Film, Original Song) All movies are shown at The Theatre on Gay Street, Washington, VA at 8 p.m. Adults $6, Students $4, Children $3. Save the first and third Fridays for movie night. See you there! Rappahannock County Garden Club announces new members The Rappahannock County Garden Club met on March 16 at the fire hall. A social time was enjoyed by all prior to a business meeting with Carol Miller, Ruth Baumgardner and Mary Priest as hostesses. Blue ribbons for Horticulture, “Minor Bulbs’ were awarded to Janet Eastham, Joanne Tfepper and Betty Wood. Blue ribbons for “Hellebores” were awarded to Cindy Hartz, Betty Wood and Sandra Anderson. Blue Ribbons for “Flowering Branches” were awarded to Sandra Anderson, Susan Jones and Mary Revercomb. In the design class, “Spring has Sprung” file Blue ribbon was awarded to Celene Siira. In the design class, “Garden Memories”, the Blue ribbon went to Betty Wood. Jim Bauman was the judge for horticulture and designs. Plans are being made for members to attend the district meeting which will be held April 14 in Staunton. The state meeting will be held in Roanoke, April 25-27. Maureen Harris was elected to serve on the scholarship board for 2005-2008. Officers elected to serve for the next two years are president, Susan Jones, vice president, Louise Bondelid, secretary, Karen Darby and treasurer, Jeanne Jarrett. They will be installed by Florence Nordone in April. The program “Hardy Camelias” was given by Carole Bordelon. A salad luncheon is planned for the April meeting at the firehouse. All committee chairpersons are expected to give an oral and written report of their activities during the past two years. The blue folders will then be passed on to the new committee chairmen. Your Country Property Realtors 14455 Bushong Lane - Culpeper: 4BR/2.5 BA Privately located home with the convenience of being just outside of Town. Completely renovated; new carpet, new roof. Comfortable large rooms. 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Walks in Shenandoah r>Y iVlAUKEEN HARRIS Speaal to the Rappahannock News There is a lovely walk along the Appalachian Trail that will take you past the remnants of a 1950’s Shenandoah Park wayside, through a 100-year-old apple orchard, up the gradual ascent of Dade’s Mountain, along an old dirt wagon road, and past a quarry used to harvest stone for the Skyline Drive and the rock walls along the drive. The walk begins at 14.2 miles from the Front Royal entrance station to Skyline Drive. After you enter the Park at the Front Royal station, drive south along Skyline Drive, passing several overlooks, the Compton Peak parking lot (10.1 miles from the entrance station), and the Jenkins Gap parking lot (12.4 miles). At 14.2 miles from the entrance station, you will see a grassy area on the right side of Skyline Drive, with a 4’ concrete post and, behind it, a tree with a 2” by 6” white blaze on it. Park here to begin the walk, The 2” by 6” white blaze indicates that the trail is the Appalachian Trail, and you will find these qp trees throughout the whole trail, from Georgia to Maine. The one-way walk is 1.7 miles. If you have two cars, you can leave the second car at the Jenkins Gap parking lot (an asphalt-paved lot for about 14 cars). If you have only one car, you will have to retrace your walk, making the total walking distance 3.4 miles. (If you enter Shenandoah Park from the Thornton Gap entrance station on Rt. 211, drive north passing, among several overlooks, the Brown town Overlook on the left after 16.2 miles. The grassy parking area will be on your left at 17.2 miles from the Thornton Gap entrance station.) A walk through history The walk begins with a short incline and then a short decline (total of about l/10th mile). When the trail flattens out, on your right will be the small concrete foundation of an abandoned building. This was originally a Skyline Park wayside and rest station, built during the 1950’s when many waysides were built along the drive for tourists. Later, the philosophy of the park changed to make Shenandoah more “natural,” and most of these waysides were removed. As you walk on, you will enter a 100-year-old apple orchard. The apple trees are still there and they still blossom in the spring and bear fruit in the fall. If you plan your walk during apple blossom time (which, because of the higher elevation and colder temperatures, is about 2 to 3 weeks later than in our apple orchards here in the lower county), you will be treated to a wonderfiil display of apple blossoms and apple blossom fragrance, with many very busy bees collecting nectar (they are so intent on their nectar-collecting duties that they will pay absolutely no attention to you at all). The apple species does not seem to be that of our modem apples. The fruit is small, and it is difficult in autumn to find one that does not have many imperfections. The land was apparently cleared to create this orchard. Now, however, the apple trees are overshadowed by a “secondgrowth” forest of locusts, paks, hickory, black cherry, and other trees. Settle s legacy This orchard and the land on which you are walking was owned by Julia M. Settle, who was bom and raised in Rappahannock County. She inherited the 170 acres of land from the estate of her father, John J. Miller, in 1926. Miller owned several thousand acres in the Flint Hill area, extending up the slope of the Blue Ridge to what is now Skyline Drive. At age 22 years, on June 6, 1923, Julia had married James M. Settle. James was Clerk of the Rappahannock County Circuit Court, and he served in this capacity from 1922 through 1962. In 1933, Julia sold this tract of land to the Virginia State Commission on Conservation and Development under the provisions of the Virginia Public Park Condemnation Act. This, and many other tracts of land along the Blue Ridge, were then given by the Commonwealth of Virginia to the U. S. government to form what became Shenandoah National Park. When Julia inherited the land in 1926, it was valued at $5,000. She sold it to the Commonwealth of Virginia in 1933 for $6,385. Dade’s Mountain As you proceed on, you will gradually be climbing “Dade’s Mountain.” This mountain also has significant history, dating back to the original land grants from Lord Fairfax in the 1700’s. When Julia inherited the land in 1926, it was described in the Rappahannock County court deed records as “the Dade tract” and a 1844 County Court decree indicates sale of a 170-acre tract of land on the Blue Ridge near “Dade’s Gap,” 5 to 6 miles from Flint Hill. The Dade family is mentioned as early as the 1650’s in land grant records. They were granted land in many areas of Virginia along the Potomac and Rappahannock river watersheds (then known as “the Northern Neck” extending to the headwaters of these rivers in the Blue Ridge mountains and thus including much more land than we now know as the Northern Neck). Colonel Tbwnshend Dade owned land near George Washington’s father’s property in Stafford County in 1650; Francis Dade owned land in Westmoreland County in 1653. Another Francis Dade owned land on the Blue Ridge near Dickey’s Hill in 1768; it is also described as being near Bear Wallow in 1777 and on the Blue Ridge near the Peak Mountain and the Bluff Mountain in 17961798. This is probably the land subsequently owned by Julia M. Settle. After you reach the highest point, you will descend Dade’s Mountain and shortly reach what was an old wagon road that is now somewhat overgrown. Walk along this road for about one-half mile. At about 1.6 miles into your walk, you will cross an abandoned dirt road. If you walk to the left for about one-tenth mile (you will have to do some bushwacking as this road now has many fallen trees), you will come to a quarry. The rock cliff rises about 100 feet. This was one of the sites used by the Civilian Conservation Corps to create Skyline Drive and to build the rock walls lining many sections of the drive. The end of the walk is at 1.7 miles where there is a 4’ concrete post. If you left a second car at Jenkins Gap parking lot, turn right and proceed for about 50 yards to the parking lot. Maureen Harris can be reached by email at friday28542@hotmail.com. Springtime apple blossoms Photo by John Waiveris NEW LISTING THE RETREAT ON PINEY BRANCH Steps away from the Shenandoah National Park on a quiet country lane, the Retreat boasts 650' of frontage on the cascading Piney Branch brook. The perfect location for fly-fishing, hiking, or drinks by the pool. Featuring a standing seam metal roof, wrap-around porch, and yellow pine hardwood floors, this delightful 3 bedroom, 2 bath cottage with pool is the ideal weekend retreat or full-time escape. $390,000 Amy Sloane Timbers 540-987-8668 Armfieldy Miller & Ripley, Inc. 322 Main Street • P.O. Box 266 • Washington, VA 22747 Phone: (540) 675-1488 • Web: www.farms-estates.com Exclusive Member of the Estates Club Sotheby's INTERNATIONAL REALTY REALTOR" 1 t — Country Living in Rappahannock County RAGLAND Farm - 130+ acres with incredible mountain views located in the beautiful Francis Thornton Valley. Long frontage on the Hughes River and also on a large lake. Mostly open pasture, with some hard woods. Property has a new timber frame cottage with 3 bedrooms and numerous new farm buildings. $1,795,000 Justin H. Wiley 540.672.5603 JACKSON House - This recently renovated 4,600 sq. ft. home on 4.5 acres is an extraordinary property. Built as an assisted living facility with 6 bedrooms and 4 full baths, a large dining/living room, and second kitchen, it is ideal for a B&B or family retreat. Fine mountain views and convenient location in Rappahannock County. $549,000 Philip C. Strange 540.937.5858 PADUA Lane - The perfect retreat - beautifully designed custom home with many special features, tucked in on 14 secluded acres. The property is laced with walking trails, ancient stone' fences and towering hardwoods - minutes to the Park and two trout streams. The home features an outstanding gourmet kitchen, a large living/dining area, library, office. 3 bedrooms (including a separate master suite) and 2.5 baths. Includes garage and bam. $749,000 CheriF. Woodard 540.987.9080 Thanks to our clients, customers and friends, Frank Hardy, Inc. is the foremost realty firm in Rappahannock County. If you need the services of an excellent realty firm, we would be delighted to discuss how Frank Hardy, Inc. may be able to assist you. Consider the facts: •Frank Hardy, Inc. has handled over 56% of properties over $700,000 in Rappahannock Cbunty. •Since 2002, we have handled over 25% of all property sold in Rappahannock County. •We have over 100 years of experience, •We have helped place more than 1,700 acres in conservation easement. •We are the only firm in the county that consistently handles properties over $ 1,0ti0,000. Sincerely, Meadow Brook Farm The heart of this 100+ acre estate is an impressive cedar and stone home that overlooks a large lake with magnificent mountain views. The home is grand yet inviting with a large living room, great entertaining spaces. 8 bedrooms, 6.5 bths, 7 fireplaces, greenhouse and mature landscaping. The property is open and tolling and well fenced. Includes stables, bams, guest house and tennis court. $2^00,000 Justin H. Wiley 540.672.5603 Running Cedar Lane High in a mountain forest on 12 secluded acres near Sperryville, this artisan-built home is remarkably well designed for carefree country living. The light-filled first floor is an ingenious open plan that can be separated into private spaces or opened up for entertaining. The second floor feels like a tree house with a latge second bedroom suite. $650,000 Cheri F. Woodard 540.987.9080 Bessie Bell Mountain - if you have dreamed of owning your own mountaintop, this 58+acre tract high atop Bessie Bell Mountain is perfect. The property has commanding mountain views and an excellent house site on a high broad knoll. Protected by scenic easement and very private with excellent access. $395,000 Cheri F. Woodard 540.987.9080 Sl/NSET Hills Farm This 25 acre estate overlooks some of Rappahannock County’s most breathtaking views. The contemporary home mirrors its spectacular surroundings and features great room, large kitchen/family room, 3 bedrooms and 4 baths. Includes beautiful landscaping, 8 stall stable, tack room with heat/AC and bath, and 4 board fencing. $1,585,000 Justin H. Wiley 540.672.5603 The MlLLER House This home. c. 1842 is on the National Register of Historic Places, and is a classic example of Victorian architecture. The original kitchen, a separate 2 story structure, has a living room with fireplace one'BR and a full BA. The main house has 3 BR and 2 full BA. There is a 4 stall bam and outstanding mountain views on the 17.4 acres. $895,000 Philip C. Strange 540.93 7.5858 Whippoorwill Mountain - 33 + wooded acres with outstanding views in all directions - Old Rag in the south, to The Peak in the north. This property is in conservation easement and surrounded by properties also in easement. It is well protected but still very convenient to the town of Washington. VA. (inn Justin H. Wiley 540.672.5603 Cabin ON Piedmont Avenue - Completely hand crafted log and clapboard home built by a master craftsman. Hand hewn logs, stone foundation, stone chimney and fireplace, tin roof and many other artistic features. This 2.000 sq. ft. home is 2/3rds finished, allowing the new owner to add his or her own personal designs. Conveniently located on a 1+ private acre, an easy walk to the center of Washington, VA. $369,000 Justin H. Wiley 540.672.5603

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OWNED BY AGENTS SON WHO HAS RE-LOCATED 7164 COMRIE CT. SMACK IN THE MIDDLE OF CUL-DE-SAC CIRCLE BACKS TO PARKLAND / TREES ... BLINK ...AND IT S GONE-! CALL MARE DANIEL,RE/MAX OLYMPIC REALTY 703-753-2899 OR EMAIL: MARE@PANICCITY.COM WWW.VIRGINIAHORSEFARM.COM TORY STATION APARTMENTS Bealeton, VA Available now! • I-arge 2BR. 2BA, D/W, carpet, ceiling fans, AC, W/D Pets allowed upon approval. Starting at S795/mo Call 540439-9162 WARRENTON 2BR, 1BA, apt, utils incl. $750/mo. Call 540-349-1411 & Iv msg. For all of your Employment Needs call the Fauquier TimesDemocrat 540-347-4222 Ashburn: Open Sunday l-3pm!! Brand new 3 Ivl 3BR, 2.55 BA TH w/2 car gar. ENJOY BCC amenities. $1950. Margaret Borrell 703-858-3450 EHO lj)ng & Foster Real Estate, Inc. BEN VENUE- Remodeled 3 BR/2 BA w/ FP, wood firs , CAC & heal, pari, bsmt., W/D hook-ups. $1200/mo. AvI. 4/1. Call J. Lillard 540-675-3670 CHALET, MTN views, horse stalls avail, avail 4/1.8 mis horn Culpeper $875+utils. 252-4418546, 252-599-1832 DC side WARRENTON 3BR. 2BA, full basement, deck, Vi ac. $1550/mo + utilities Call: Will Farley 540-219-6617 Duplex nice w/ garage Central AC. gas heat, lawn care & trash by owner 1 non smkr only. Refs & dep req 540-347-5555 Rentals — Houses PRINCE WILLIAM CO. / PIEDMONT / GAINESVILLE FOR RENT NOW! ! 3 LEVEL BRICK GARAGE TOWNHOME W/BUMP-OUTS, 3 BR 2.5 BA, UPGRADED, WALK-OUT BSMT TO PATIO PLENTY OF SPACE IN COMMUNITY W/GREAT AMENITIES AND WALK TO POOL & SHOPPING, 5 MIN. TO #66, 15 MIN. TO VRE $1,900/MONTH & WILL CONSIDER SHORT TERM. VACANT & READY. 6703 LUCAS POINT LOOP, GAINESVILLE, VA. CALL MARE DANIEL RE/MAX OLYMPIC 703-753-2899 OR EMAIL: MARE@PANICCITY.COM f “ \ Sales — Townhouses Shenandoah Valley Luray, VA Beautiful country townhomes with Northern Vir giria quality but not Northern Virginia prices.' • Only 1 home remains in section one at our special pre construction pricing • Second section prices will increase! • • In-town convenience with country charm. • • Great investment! • • Near town park, featuring trout fishing! Won’t last long at only $149,900 Foxfire Properties, Inc. Luray, VA 540 743 2499 FAUQUIER: Charming guest house oh equestrian estate. 2BR, 1 BA, W/D + 3 stalls & pastures incl. Refs, req'd. $1490. 540-364-4104. FLINT HILL, 18 Mi from 66 & Warrenton, 1BR $835 & 2Br $875, on 10 Wooded Acres, Great Rooms. .Natural Light, Woodstoves, A/C, W/D, Decks. 703-354-4488 FOUR BR Foreclosure! $23,900. Never rent again. For listings, call 800-749-8168 Ext 1278 HARPERS FERRY- Nice Rambler. 35 min to Dulles, 3BR, 2BA, Beaut, hw firs FP WD, DW, Gar, scrd porch, NSkg. $1295/mo 703409-7968. Pets?? Immaculate new home in Culpeper. Pelhams Reach Subdiv, 4BR, 2.5BA $1600/mo. Avail NOW, Jean Jones. Keller Williams Realty 703-963-7834 JEFFERSONTON STUNNING BRAND New SFH 4BR, 2.5 BA on 2 + acres, short term OK $2500 mo neg 703-395-9824 LEESBURG HISTORIC District Stone cottage. FP, hrdwd firs. 2BRs, 1B. no pets $1300. 540-882-3540 ■\ J LeesvHie Lake, Central VA- 5 ac. landscaped, 400 ft. water + 3 ponds Many extras. Investment or private, use. $200,000,434-239-8672 LITTLE WASHINGTON, charming cottage, furnished, for 1-2 adults, no pets, refs, $1000/ mo. 540-675-1776 jo22 Rental*' Houses MARSHALL, BEAUTIFUL 3 bdrm, newly remodeled, minutes fr. I66, stores & schools. $1500. 540-364-2318, or 571-277-6323. MARSHALL- Perfect for small bus. or family. 3 BR, 1 BA, newly renovated, bsmt., porches. Great location. $1850/ mo.'540-364-0461 MIDDLEBURG/PLAINS Sm house 3BR, 1 5BA Garage, deck, big yd. CAC, No smkg. $1300/ mo 540-687-6763, brevnov@starpower.net NEWLY RENOVATED HOME in Town of Middleburg, VA. 2BR, 1.5B. eat-in-kit, LR, DR, gas AC/heat, fenced yard. Avail 5/1. $1500/mo. 540-687-6590 for appt NEW UPSCAPE COLONIALS located just 20 min from Brandy Staton starling at $169Smo.Catl Buider Agent Lorraine Howell. Green & Assoc Realty 540-7869439 or 540-220-7801 r Vacation Rentals J Garden City & Surfside Beaches Minutes from Myrtle Beach a Pawley 's Island Over 900 Homes and Caidos Oceanfront, Second flow & Canal • Pools or tot tubs avalable PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY / MANASSAS / RIVERVIEW ESTATES 3 25 ACRES NEXT TO OCCOQUAN W/ SMALL 3 BED 2 BATH IN 1100 SQ 1926 FARMHOUSE AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY IN COMMUNITY W/ HORSE TRAILS & BOAT RAMP / SERENE PARK PRIVACY & VIEWS -BUNK & IT'S GONE SOLD "AS IS" BUT IS NICE & READY TO OCCUPY 6051 GREENWAY CT MANASSAS, VA OFF DAVIS FORD RD & RIVER FOREST CALL MARE DANIEL. RE/MAX OLYMPIC 703-753-2899 OR EMAIL: MARE@PANICCITY.COM WWW.VIRGINIAHORSEFARM.COM Weety£4^1ef Monthlies Free 100* page Drochure Bring your FOR SALE $444,900 ORLEAN, CHARMING ’ 1840s country Victorian, 3BR, 2.5BA. CAC, 1.5 acs w/ bam, $2000/mo. 540-2720200 PURCELLVILLE: 2BR, 1BA, SFH. Adorable house w/ beautiful setting. Close to town & Rt. 7. $1400/mo. 540338-4996. PURCELLVILLE- 5 BR house on 150 acre cattle farm. Available now. $1600/mo. Call 540338-6335 PURCELLVILLE: Bright, open 4 BR, 3.5 BA, 3 lvl TH w/new W/D, blinds, paint, fully fin. w-o bsml w/BR & BA. Fncd yd & deck. Pets CBC. $1600. Dawn Perusse 703-669-6715 Long <fi Foster Real Estate, Inc. Rappahannock CoSperryville: • Immaaiate Colonial W/3BR/2BA, open floor plan. 2 fireplaces, hardwd floomg. Modem kifchen w/all the amenities; skyfejit, sunroom. This home has a lot to offer. $180Crimo Sam Snead Realty 540-987-3326 RAPPAHANNOCK COWoodville, 4BR, 2BA, bungalow w/gar, yd, ext office & scr porch. NS $1300/mo540-987-9066 SPERRYVILLE: 2BR stone cottage, studio, barn. 17 acs. Hiking trails Rare find! $1200/ mo. 301-371-0886 THE PLAINS Newly Renovated Farm house on 2 acres. 2BR, 1 BA HW firs., granite & stainless steel kit., deck & porch, $1300 mo., Miller Properties 703915-9498 CENTREVILLE: Room avail, m 2 BR, 2 BA apartment to share w/ female. Private full BA, share kit/ family room/ washer & dryer 24 hour access to computer lab & workout center, swimming pool & hot tub. Close to shopping center & restaurants. Rt. 66, Rt. 28 & Rt 29 NS apartment. $560 plus '/i util. Avail. June 1st-August 31st. Please call Jennifer at 217725-3598. Place Your Ad Today Call 347-4222 Fax 349-8676

ROOM AVAILABLE IN 2BR, 2BA Apt. to share w. FM roommate. Pvt. full bath, share kitch., family room, W/D, 24 hour access to computer lab & work ou1 center, swimming pool & hot tub. Close to shopping center restaurants. 66, 28 & 29. Non smoking apt. $560.00 plus Vi utils. Avail. 6/1 - 8/31. Call Jennifer 217725-3598 STERLING - $450 - room in N/S townhome, utils +kit. prvlgs inc. w/ balcony near pond. No pets. 703-404-8429 CENTREVILLE: 3 level Twhome, 3BR, loft in mstr, 2 full bths, 2, Vi bths, fplc, deck, Irg EIK, $1800. 703-606-7236. For Rent: TH 3BR, 2.5BA, beautiful and in nice area. Avail. Immediately Call: Chaste Properties 571-323-2700 STERLING (NEWBURY) 2BR twnhs, 1 ViB, newly decorated. No pets. Avail now. $1300 + utils. Call 703-729-6232 WARRENTON - 3 Bedroom. 2Vi bath, 2 levels, no pets. Security deposit. Refs. $1025/ mo. Call 540-349-4917 Rappahannock CoSperryville: Fbtertei cfice space: Property has 5 rms - 2 ipstais & 2 down sep ML lautty area lor storage Nee by Spenyvie Shops. Mn ws,rver $1200/tra Sam Snead Realty 540-987-3326 Warrenton across from Fauquier Co. Courthouse 30 Ashby St. Office space with assigned parking. $475 to $575/mo owner: 540-347-5555 Warrenton a Main St. location 5,500 square feet. $2000 per month. Call owner: 540-347-5555 aae Hunting Properties DEER AND small game hunting in No. Va. Call 703-670-9783 or visit www.nsa-inc.com A 4 BR Foreclosure! Only $23,900! Must sell! For listings call 800-7498168 ext R528. Place Your Ad Today Call 347-4222 Fax 349-8676 COMFORT and CONVENIENT Brick 'n' frame raised rancher, 3 BR, 2.5 BA, Ig. FR. Enjoy beautiful views of North Mtn. from your own 8-person romance spa. in-ground pool. A haven on a quiet, 5-ac. private estate, perfect for horses, just 10 min. from Winchester & Medical Ctr. $389,000 Call for appointment 540-877-9990 Realtors Welcome FOR SALE BY OWNERFarmette. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 10 acre. Call 540-825-7431 FOR SALE: New Construct- Dominion ValleySingle family Attached End Unit. Gladwyne/ Carriage Collection, gated community, golf & wooded lots. 2600sq. ft. finished, 1250 sq ft walk out basement, 3BR, 2.5 BA, 2 car garage. sec sys/ cable/ internet wired, granite, hardwood, 9’ ceilings, 1st. floor Master, gas cook top, builder warranty, no yard maint, and many more Toll Brother’s luxuries! 5657 & 5674 Solheim Cup Drive, Haymarket, VA $555. Contact Info. Michelle 703-622-3704. BUYING? SELLING? Times Community Newspapers’ Classified Has It! Call TODAY. 540-347-4222 or FAX 540-349-8676 42+ acsriver frontage, Hazel River, lovely. Also frontage paved state maintained rd. $680K. Call Sylvia Williams, Weichert Realtors, 540-6358000, 540-660-4062 ATTENTION!!! 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Must be dependable & have own transportation. 540-878-2072/2073 Legal 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 of Rappahannock County, Virginia, will hold a public hearing on Monday, May 2, 2005 at 7:00 PM in the Courthouse in Washington, Virginia in order to consider the following application: SE #05-03-03 Tony L and Kelley E. Williams desire a Special Exception permit for a private sewerage treatment facility to serve an existing lot for single-family residential use. Property is located in Chester Gap on Tax Map 1F1, Parcels 2 and 3, zoned VR'- Village Residential, Wakefield District. Use allowed under Section 170-36C of the Rappahannock County Code. A COPY of the foregoing application is on file at the Zoning Office in Washington, Virginia, 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, April 20, 2005 at 7:30 PM at the Rappahannock 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, c/o P.O. Box 519, Washington, Virginia 22747, in advance thereof. BY: John W. McCarthy Zoning Administrator 4-07,4-14-05, #641376 BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS 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 Zoning Appeals for Rappahannock County, Virginia, will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, April 27, 2005 at seven-thirty in the evening in the Courthouse in Washington, Virginia, in order to consider the following application: SU #05-03-01 Alvin J. and Lori C. Core desire to build a three-car garage with a family apartment above on their 7.0973 acre property located at 147 Hinsons Ford Road in Amissville. The family apartment will be for Mrs. Dore's parents. The property is known as Tax Map 32, Parcel 74, Jackson District, and is zoned A’Agricultural. Use allowed under Section 17036A of The Rappahannock County Code; additional standards under Section 170-62G of the Code. No applicant or other party in interest, and no attorney for an applicant or party in interest, shall initiate a contact with a member of the BZA for the purpose of conducting a private discussion, in person or by telephone, concerning the merits of any application, appeal, or other matter pending before the BZA. No member of the BZA shall participate in any such private discussion. Site visits or similar contacts initiated by CZA members shall not constitute such ex parte contacts. A copy of the foregoing application is on file at the Zoning Office in Washington, V rginia, i and is available for public inspection, Monday i through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Said i application will be presented to the Rappahannock County Planning Commission at their regular meeting on Wednesday, April 20, 2005 at seven-thirty in the evening at the Rappahannock 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 Zoning Appeals, do P.O. Box 519, Washington, Virginia 22747, in advance thereof. BY: John W. McCarthy Zoning Administrator 4-07, 4-14-05 #641372 Employment Country Cafe Positions avuilable t WaltstafF • Dishwasher • Kitchen Asst. Evenings Apply within: 389A Main Street Washington, VA 540-675-1066 FMThm I i cfnptoyiTimu i DOMESTIC HELP to live-in and cate for house pets & some housekeeping, must be able to travel. $500 per month, meals provided. 703-753-8733 Ads Work Call a Rep Today Call 347-4222 c'i v Legal Notices ;SCv£fc|i ■aaai. Trustee’s Sale 1111 S. Poes Road Flint Hill, Virginia. (Tax Map ID No. 15-15E) Default having been made in the terms of a certain Deed of Trust dated December 30, 2002, in the original principal amount of $154,673.90, and recorded in the Clerk’s Office of the Circuit Court of the County of Rappahannock, Virginia in Instrument No. 030000009, the undersigned Substitute Trustees, will sell at public auction on April 20, 2005, at 11:00 am, in front of the building housing the Rappahannock County Circuit Court, 238 Gay Street, Washington, VA the property designated as contained 25.11 acres according to a plat and survey made by J.L. Covell, C.L.S., on 9 October, 1975 and being part of the Wintold Kuncewicz tract and more particularly described by metes and bounds in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. Sale is subject to all prior liens, easements, restrictions, covenants, and conditions, if any, of record, or other matters which would be disclosed by an accurate survey or inspection of the premises. TERMS: CASH. A deposit (in certified funds) of $15,400.00 or 10% of the sale price, whichever is lower, will be required of the successful bidder at time of sale and settlement to be made within 15 days. The successful bidder will be required to execute a Memorandum of Trustee’s Sale outlining additional terms of sale and settlement. This is a communication from a debt collector. Glasser and Glasser, P.L.C., and/or Colchester Hunt Title & Escrow, Inc., Substitute Trustees, Crown Center Building, Suite 600, 580 East Main Street, Norfolk, VA 23510, File No. 54986, Tel: (757) 321-6465. Between 10:00 a.m. & 12:00 noon only. April 6,2005 April 13,2005 #641378 TOWN COUNCIL Town of Washington, Virginia Pursuant to Section 6-1-1 of the Town of Washington Zoning Ordinance and Section 15.2-2204 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, notice is hereby given that the Town Council of Washington, Virginia will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, April 13, 2005 at 7:30 p.m. at the Town Hall on Gay and Calvert Streets in Washington, Virginia to consider the following application: TW SU #05-03-01 Patrick O'Connell and Reinhardt Lynch, dba The Inn at Little Washington, owners of the property located at 371 Main Street, Washington, (Tax Map 20A-1, Parcel 37A, zoned ‘VM”-Village Mixed -Use) desire a Special Use permit to use the first floor of the building as hotel accommodations to include one guest bedroom and a common guest sitting area. Use allowed in compliance with Town of Washington Zoning Ordinance Section 1-4-3 (f). A copy of the foregoing application is on file at the Zoning Office and available for public inspection, Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 290 Gay Street, Washington, Virginia 22747. The above-named applicant, adjacent property owners, and any other parties wishing to be heard should be present at said meeting or should address their written comments to the County Administrator, P.O. Box 519, Washington, Virginia 22747 in advance thereof. BY: John W. McCarthy County Administrator 3/31,4/7/2005 #639549 BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS 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 Zoning Appeals for Rappahannock County, Virginia, will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, April 27, 2005 at seven-thirty in the evening in the Courthouse in Washington, Virginia, in order to consider the following application: SU #05-03-02 Paul P. and Melbry A. Paratore desire a Special Use permit to build a garage with a family apartment above on their 5.06 acre property located at 36 Cabin Lane in Amissville. The family apartment is for their child. The property is known as Tax Map 32, Parcel 141, Jackson District, and is zoned 'A'-Agricultural. Use allowed under Section 170-36A of the Rappahannock County Code; additional standards under Section 170-62G of the Code. No applicant or other party in interest, and no attorney for an applicant or party in interest, shall initiate a contact with a member of the BZA for the purpose of conducting a private discussion, in person or by telephone, concerning the merits of any application, appeal, or other matter pending before the BZA. No member of the BZA shall participate in any such private discussion. Site visits or similar contacts initiated by BZA members shall not constitute such ex parte contacts. A copy of the foregoing application is on file at the Zoning Office in Washington, Virginia, 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, April 20, 2005 at seven-thirty in the evening at the Rappahannock 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 Zoning Appeals, c/o P.O. Box 519, Washington, Virginia 22747, in advance thereof. BY: John W. McCarthy Zoning Administrator 04/07/2004 04/14/2005 #641352 Senior Program Assistant Position #40 Salary $26,118.20 - $39,176.77 This position assists in coordinating administrative support activities, recommends changes in office procedures to improve efficiency client service, performs customer service functions, receives moneys in payment of departmental fees/services and issues receipts. Registers benefit program applications on state computer system, maintains log of GR/SLH cases and submits status report to eligibility workers. Compiles and prepares specialized and statistical reports relating to department activities. Orders supplies, prepares work orders, and submits surplus forms. Submits and proofreads advertisements for agency positions in local newspaper. Acts as backup security officer, EBT issuance, and intake coordinator. Compiles and submits CIU reports. Special Requirement: Knowledge of Excel desirable. Required state application available at www.drhm.state.va.us or Fauquier County Dept, of Social Sen/ices, 320 Hospital Drive, Suite 11, Warrenton, VA 201863037. Applications must be received by NOON on April 15, 2005 |1K1 RAPPAHANNOCK - RAP1DAN AilK community services board CASE MANAGER/MH #5-75-02 FT in Culpeper. To provide assessment, advocacy and consultations for MH consumers & their families. BS in human services and relevant experience required. $30,047.16 per/yr SUBSTANCE ABUSE TECHNICIAN #5-25-02 Hourly and on-call positions working at SA treatment facility to monitor activities of consumers. Implement & monitor education & rec activities & maintain clinical records. . HS Diploma w/exp in human services field. $9.64 per/hr SUPPORTED LIVING PROGRAM MANAGER #4-32-14. Supervise program providing supports to MH & MR consumers. Develop housing options, coordinate activities with inter- and intra-agency providers & provide direct supports & crisis intervention. Bachelor's & 2 yrs. exp. $30,047.16 per/yr APPLY WITH RRCSB/AAA APPLICATION BY 8:30am, April 25, 2005, HR, P.O. Box 1568, Culpeper, VA 22701. (540) 825-3100 TDD: (540)825-7391 EEO/AA SSSwmSR? KJennings@rrcsb.org VIRGINIA PRESS SERVICE INC. AUCTIONS •AUCTION - Farm, Construction Equipment & Trucks, Sat., April 9, 8:00 AM, Augusta Expoland - FishersvHle (Staunton), Virginia .Tractors, Attachments, Excavators, Loaders, Trucks, Motley's Auction & Realty Group,804-355-2100, VAAL #16, www.Motleys.com • ABSOLUTE AUCTION - Abingdon, VA. Commercial Real Estate & Personal Property, April 27, 12 Noon. 7.86+/- contiguous acres .10 mile from Exit 19, 1-81. Property 1: 1.76+/- acres with a strip center and an Xpress Lube building. Property 2: 1.75+/- acres with 4,400+/-sq.ft. building and 2,208+/- garage occupied by Pro Bass Shoppe. Property 3: .255+/- acres between Properties 2 and 4. Properly 4: 4.09+/- acres with several retail and storage buildings. Tenants are Hair Obsessions, Quick Signs and Green ATV parts and accessories. Previews: Wednesdays, April 13 & April 20 from 12:00 Noon - 3:00 P.M. Call Jonna McGraw (VA#2434) for more information or visit www.woltz.com Woltz & Associates, Inc., Brokers & Auctioneers (VA#321), 800-551-3588. •ABSOLUTE AUCTION - LAND AND FARM EQUIPMENT - Saturday, April 23, 10:00 AM, Floyd County, VA. 171+/- Acres Offered in 20 Tracts, Open, Crop and Hay Land. Beautiful Views. 2 Feed Lots. Equipment includes 9 JD Tractors and JD Disc Bine, JD Round Baler, JD & NH Silage Equipment. New Idea Com Picker. For detailed list see our website: woltz.com. Preview Dates: Saturday, April 9 and Sunday, April 17, 1:00 - 4:00 PM at Farm 1 on Tract 1. For more information call Woltz & Associates. Inc. Brokers & Auctioneers (VA #321). 540-551-3538. •425.67 Acres in 8 Tracts. Fox Trail: Spotsylvania Co., VA. Absolute Auction: April 14. Streams, rolling terrain, estate-sized tracts. Brochure available. 800-780-2991. countsauction.com (VAAF93). • GOVERNMNET SURPLUS - Great deals on local and national surplus and confiscated items right at your computer. Items added daily. Register free www.govdeals.com or call (800) 613-0156 •ABSOLUTE AUCTION: Trustee's Foreclosure 99 acre farm, Farmville, VA. Fronting Highway 45 - 960 feet - May 6 at 12 Noon. Fenced Pasture, Hardwoods, Streams, Homes, Bam. Call: Walter Commercial Services (VAAF#549). 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Job ready in 4 weeks! Good pay & benefits! 1-800-874-7131. HOMES FOR SALE • Log Home Auction - Surgoinsville, TN * Saturday. April 16th - 26 New Log Home Packages offered. One absolute to highest bidder! Package includes sup-floor, logs, windows, doors, rafters, roofing... Daniel Boone Log Homes 1-800-766-9474. LAND FOR SALE • LAND WANTED!! Cash buyer seeks 50 acres or more with development potential. Special interests are property with lakes, streams, rivers, coastal / tidal frontage. Will consider existing subdivisions, foreclosures, estates & bankruptcies. All inquires confidential. Fax information to 804-752-8463. E-mail: dgirouard@vatimberiine.com or mail: Land Buyer, 11159 Airpark Road, Suite 1, Ashland, VA 23005. • MOUNTAIN BARGAINS 20+ Acre Parcels. Creeks, useable mountain property, 50 mile views. 2 hours DC. Minutes from C&O Canal / Potomac River www.landneardc.com • 50 MILE VIEWS! 20+ Acres - $149,900 Long ridge to build on. Low rate financing. ONLY ONE! 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Prioritize multiple tasks and handle confidential data. Knowledge of Word Perfect 5.1. Includes evening hours. HS diploma and one year exp. in the secretarial field. $18,438.03 per/yr. m RAPPAHANNOCK - RAPIDAN COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD APPLY WITH RRCSB APPLICATION BY 8:30AM, MONDAY, APRIL 18, 2005, TO HUMAN RESOURCES, PO BOX 1568, CULPEPER VA 22701 (540)-825-3100 TDD: (540) 825-7391 AA/EEO. Kjennings@rrcsb.org V Seize this unique opportunity to be a part of a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your experience, hard work, commitment and creativity can make a difference in the shaping of Loudoun County’s business landscape. This position with the Loudoun County Department of Economic Development Business Investment Team will proactively function as a Business Ambassador to market Loudoun County as a favored business location. Understand, address and communicate Loudoun’s key differentiators to prospects and existing businesses. Primary focus will be on mid-tier accounts (10-70 K s.f.) and select targeted industries. Network with key partners and industry organizations. Manage mid-tier existing business retention and expansion program. Manage special events, and support'the marketing and business teams. Requires excellent networking, communication and writing skills as well as the ability to creatively solve problems and address issues. A background in or passion for science and technology is a plus. Any combination of education and experience equivalent to Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or public administration or related field, and at least three years related professional experience working with business, civic and elected leaders. Bachelor’s degree highly desirable. This position requires the ability to work non-standard hours to include early mornings, evenings, and weekends (Hiring Range: $38,965 - $58,447/yr) Apply immediately Ref #05-299 email resumes to hr@loudoun.gov. For additional information and to receive a required application contact www.loudoun.gov. Human Resources: (703) 777-0213. _ EOE 4 jjiricw iowi Thursday, April 7, 2005 BH Employment DRAFTING Computer aided, entry level, careertrack job for Dwyer Engineering in Leesburg, Va. Good pay, good people, good benefits. Fax resume to 703/771-4066 or fill out an application at www.dwver.com (click on careers link) DRIVERS/ DELIVERY Full-time and parttime positions. AM & PM shifts. Full benefits, year-round work, not seasonal. Locations in Loudoun, Prince William & Fairfax Counties. Call: Fairfax Auto Parts 703-323-5300 DRIVERS WANTED Make $500 - $1000 per week. Must be 21 wHh vafd drivers license & cal Tiffany for more info. 540-286-6970 Electrician Experienced. Driver's license required. 540-347-2500 FORKLIFT ! MECHANIC i Alliance Material Handling is currently accepting applications for experienced technicians for customer site forkift repair and maintenance. Full benefits, company truck, uniforms. Employee Owned and Employee Operated Company. Call Paul @ 540-869-6100 X4185 YOUR AD COULD BE HERE! CALLTODAY TO PLACE YOUR AD! 540-347-4222 OR FAX 540-349-8676 GROWING FAST!! J&£ Jacpby is seeking 2 LOT ATTENDANTS/DETAIL PERSON to ad to our expanding family. LOT ATTENDANTS/ DETAIL PERSON ✓401K We offer ✓Health/Dental Insurance ✓No Sundays ✓Excellent Pay Call Now! Gregg Profit 540-347-6622 The Times Community Newspapers, an aggressive and award-winning chain of Northern Virginia weeklies, is looking for candidates for the following positions: Special Classified Advertising Consultant Duties Include: Working directly with Ad Managers throughout Times Community Newspapers to sell classified ad sales to special business groups in Northern Virginia. Qualifications: Candidate must have related work experience; PC literate & Customer Service skills. Legal Classified Advertising Consultant Duties Include: Working directly with local governments and law firms to organize and handle legal advertising throughout Times Community Newspapers. Develops Legal/ Public Notice Sales through telemarketing & prepares and mails notarized Affidavits to advertisers. Qualifications: Candidate must have related experience with legal advertising; minimum one year classified sales experience, PC literate, excellent verbal & written skills. Classified Sales & Production Administrator Duties Include: To provide full effective and efficient operational support to the Classified Advertising Department including ad traffic control by serving as a liaison between the Classified Sales and Production Departments. Qualifications: Good verbal and written communication skills; PPI System experience; Experience with Excel, Word and Access programs. Send cover letter & resume to: Margaret Courtney, Classified Supervisor Times Community Newspapers P.O. Box 359, Leesburg, VA 20178 Fax: 703.771.0065 or e-mail resumes to mcourtney@timespapers.com COMPANION CAT^E NURSES’ AIDES Adult Companion Care is seeking Certified Nurses’ Aides & Nurses’ Aides for Live-In & Shift work positions in convenient Manassas, Gainsville. Centreville, and Fairfax locations. Part-time & weekend work available. (Licensed drivers with reliable transportation desirable). For further info, please, contact the Director of Human Resources and/or mail your resume to ACC. 1055 N. Fairfax St. Ste. 202, . Alexandria, VA 22314. Phone 703-549-7894. Times Community Newspapers. We are where the readers are. Speech^ anfiano Pathologist Part-time at skilled nursing facility in 'Warrenton, VA. Call: 540-349-7224 or fax resume to: 540-349-8117 PHYSICAL THERAPIST FT Position available for a physical therapist in ran Orthopaedic Practice. Position is MF. Experience preferred but will consider recent graduate of a recognized training program. Excelent benefits, salary comparable with training and experience. Fax or mail resume: L. Spence Ispence @ broava.com 540-347-0342 52 West Shirley Ave Warrenton, VA 20186-3008 HOME WORKERS NEEDED NOW! Many legitimate companies wil employ you now. Assembly work! Craft work! List comping work! Many choices. Free report. Send SASE to: Informational Marketing P.O. Box 181 Brandy Station* VA 22714 INSTALLERS/ MECHANICS wanted for truck acessohes & trailer repair. Benefits avail. Hillwood Sales Gainesville,VA 703-754-4611 Lawn Maintenance Laborers Excellent pay for right person, Mon.Thurs. 4:30 - dark. Occasional Sat. (6 hrs). Own transportation a must $10$12 Der hour. 540-675-1468 . ; LIFEGUARDS/ i POOL MANAGERS Summer time job. Full time / Part time. Pay negotiable. Several different locations. Please call: 1-888-378-2105 will help with certification needs. Full Time LINEMAN & LINEMAN TRAINEES To do ‘alephone wok in Northern Virginia. CDL required. F/T work w/ lots of overtime. Good pay. To apply call: Woodlawn Construction 1-800-296-3214 EOE LoadenBackhoe Operator for work in Loudoun & Fauquier Co. Must have transportation. Gulick Excavating, 703-327-4868 MECHANIC / HEAVY EQUIPMENT / NIGHTS Vulcan Materials in Manassas. 703-368-3135 AA/EOE mechanic SUPERIOR PAVING CORP. is hiring Mechanics for repair and preventative maintenance on company vehicles and equipment Contact Chris Griffith at: 703-631-0004 or email: chrlsgriffith@ superlorpavlng.net ADS WORK Call 540-347-4222 Become a State Farm Agent! State Farm Agent Opportunity Open Home Explore tbe incredible Entrepreneurial opportunity of becoming a State Farm lasaraace and Financial Service* Agent. Any time between J:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Tbnreday, April 14, 2005 Fairfax Operations Center 4401 Village Drive Fairfax, VA 22030 Please RSVP by Tuesday, April 12. 2005, by phone at 1-908-729-2915 or 1-434-872-5979. Be sore to reference 07AD74. . Stele Farm b as Basil Opportunity Empleysr First. Year. National company seds honest dependable person to service commercial accounts with name brand drink/snack products. Part-time and fall-time opportunities available. No StQmg. No Cherhead. You must have $19,900 to invest now. 100% secured. Our company finances all future expansion! if you sincerely want to be paid what you are worth, and want to own your own business, call for confidential interview. 1*8004542382 (PVS, Inc.) VIA SATELLITE, INC. Now Hiring TECHNICIANS $500 Sign-on Bonus!! Via Satellite is the local fulfillment contractor for Dish Network. We currently are doing work for Costco, Wachovia, Radio Shack and Sears. In addition we are also doing Installation and trouble shooting for residential customers. You must be able to work outside and climb ladders. You will be assigned a company van, ladders, gas card, and Nextel. This is a full or part-time position with the following benefits offered: Group Health, Prescription Card, Vision, Life, Dental, 401K, Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Paid Training, and will earn $42,000 ♦ a year. 1-800-635-1050 ext.176 total up an Interview _ EOE Salesperson FT. Fast growing business in need of qualified personnel. Knowledge of M/C & ATVs a must. Competitive salary & commission & benefits package. No calls please! Fax resumes to: 540-347-7581 Oasis CD Manufacturing Little Washington/SperryviUe Entry-Level Graphics Technician Full-time Requires knowledge and familiarity of Mac & , PC operating systems. Graphic file processing knowledge along with printing industry experience preferred. Requires acute attention to detail & ability to work in fast-paced environment. Resume AND cover letter by email or fax to: employeesearch@oasisCD.com or (540) 9878812. No phone calls. Oasis provides medical, dental, disability, life insurance, & retirement. riliULE^l^g™ CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE Miter Toyota Scion is recruiting individuals for a mute faceted position in our service department teat wtl require great customer service relabons and communications skis, a professional appearance and some computer experience. Some Saturdays required. Full Time postion, Moo-Fri fiom 12noon to closing & every thrd Saturday from 8a-6p. . We offer an excelent wage and benefit package commensurate with experience, a non-smoking work environment and al required training. Call John Strain at; 703-396-5053 CELLULAR COMMUNICATION TECHNICIANS / TOWER HANDS ye; bui Stanton Hill Company, Inc., is a local ear round construction company, tiding new communication tower sites, upgrades, service and maintenance. Looking for safety conscious, attitude, mechanically skilled, outpeople. Plan / blueprint reading, assembly, rigging, climbingjtnd general labor skills are desirable, benefits with good pay. Training and Fax resume / references to: 571-261-2954 1 NEWSPAPER CARRIER WANTED in Rappahannock area. 7 days per week. No collecting. Call 540-854-5564 OFFICE MANAGED Cascades area. FT MonFri 8-5PM. Successful candidate will have 3 yrs. \onin. exp., 60 wpm, b*).. w/ Word, Excel, Adobe, Quickbooks. Wen organized person able to prioritize assignments & maintain confidentiality. Letter writing & Aoct/ Bookkp tasks, exp. pref. Fax: 703-430-1077 Wm*9eum OPTICIANS Sears Optical is corning to the Wanrent on area and we are looking for Lfc • censed Opticians, . full time and parttime, flexible scheduling, benefits and competitive pay. Contact: 703-392-0877 for more Info. PASTRY CHEF For French Country Inn and a 4 Diamond Restaurant in Clarke County, VA, (an hour west of Beltway). Five nights, weekends a must. Experienced person to work in pleasant surroundings with team effort. Starting 32K, benefits, paid vacation. Call 800-638-1702 for interview or bx resume 540-837-2004. Pianist PT, Sunday Service; Special Programs. Send resume to: Washington Baptist Church - P.O. Box 209, Washington, VA22747 540-675-3336 • Pipe Crew • Foreman • Equipment Operators needed Health, dental, 401K avail. Ricky L. Brown & Sons, Inc. 540-347-6628 PLANT REPAIRMAN/WELDER. NIGHTS. Vulcan Materials in Manassas. 703-368-3135 AA/EOE Plumber Experienced. Driver’s license required. 540-347-2500 PLUMBERS If you have 5 years residential experience, a good driving record, and a great attitude, First Call wants to offer you top pay and benefits TODAY. 703-378-7000 over-see t Hour” operations of an emergency shelter. Requirements: high school diploma or GED. Sand resume to: FFSS 540-351-0133 pi ECEPTIONIST MILLER TOYOTA has opportunity as our eva wknd receptewst Mon-Fa 4p-9p, Sat, 8a-7p and last 2 Sim of month 12rv5p. Would consider sharing the hours wf 2 part tme people. Non-smkg ervronment. Cust feeing skis, mufr tasking, exceptional phone skis and high energy individual sought Bi-ingual skis a -v but Engtsh must be ptinary. These strengths and scfd refs *4 put you at the tope! the list Call John Strain 703-396-5053 Restaurant Fauquier Springs Country Club SERVERS Part-time, am & pm Please apply Tuesday - Friday between 9:30 am -4:30 pm Springs Rd., Warrenton, VA 540-347-4205 Fax: 540-347-2743 Classified Ads Work Call 347-4222

545 Full Time Employment J SALES District Retail Mgr. DC & No. VA. Entry level nigmt. position w/ fast paced retail merchandising co. The CRM is responsible for Retail assignment. Reset work in the hiring, training & mgmt. of PT merchandisers." We offer comprehensive benefits Competitive salary, 401K .Sc oo. vehicle. Overnight travel leq’d. Please send resume to: DSI 2840 Titleist Drive, Salem, VA 241 5 3 or fax 540089-6518 Shop Labor Steel fabricator in Sterling, VA has immediate positions for night shift. Call: 703-471-5321 SUNRISE LOADER SERVICE Small excavating Co., in Warrenton searching for experienced: LOADER OPERATOR Fti or part time. Excelent pay. 540-351-1 TANDUM DUMP TRUCK DRIVER needed 540-347-6628 TEACHERS Small, private ■ day school in beautiful Rappahannock Co. seeking dedicated teachers. Positions open for upper school math (exp. preferred) and 4th grade. Parttime positions include philosophy, world religions, economics and psychology. Send resumes to: “Teacher Search” PO Box 739 Flint Hill, VA 22627. VEHICLE INVENTORY Are you an energetic person? Do you like thfe outdoors? Do you have a good driving record? If you've got what it takes, Miller Toyota Scion has an opportunity for you to be a Vehicle Inventory Attendant. Call John Strain at: 703-396-5053 ADS WORK Call 540-347-4222 f«45 FUN Time Employment V J Winery Tasting Room Staff needed for Saturdays and Sundays. Applicant must be at least 21 years old with excellent customer service skills and the ability to work well under pressure. Basic wine knowledge a plus, but not required. $10 an hour. Call Shannon at Farfelu Vineyards 540/364-2930. Find out more about us at: www. farfeluwine.com rz—-\ u>n Part Time ] rmnln. I ^ ■, cmpwymem ^ The Fun Shop Middleburg, VA needs PT/FT & VWend help. Want Cheerful, energetic self-starter, Computer exp. helpful. Call Page 540-687-6590 r~Antiques & Classics Classics V. CHEVROLET 1986 CAMERO IROC Z-28. 5-sp, 91K mi, needs front suspension work, good shape. Trans AM wheels $3500. Call after 5pm 703-777-1054 CHEVY C10, '66, stepside pick up. Runs good, straight , six, 3 spd., $2500/obo. 540-349B282. FORD FALCON 1963 Sprint Convertible. Recent restoration. Many new parts. $8900. Call 703-444-0631 MERCEDES '77 280 SE. Silver. Mint, like-new condition. Everything works 103k mi. $5000. 703-425-2723. PORSCHE, '88, 944, excel cond, 6 cyl. stand trans, never raced, 133K mis, $7750 540347-2248 after 8pm STUDEBAKER, 1962, GT Hawk. 289, AT. FORD 1930, 2DR sedan, Street Rod. 540937-5124 STUDEBAKER LARK 1963, 4 dr sedan. 259 V8. 3sp, reclining front seats Many new parts, including clutch, rocker panels, gaskets, and front fender patches. Runs great, needs exhaust $1500/obo. 540347-4997 after 6pm. Automotive c——^ 605 Automobile* v J ACURA '99 INTEGRA LS, green, 5 sp, AM/ FM/CD, AC, excel cond Full pwr, 73K mis. $7995. 540-347-1255 AUDI 1993 100CS, red w/blk ini., Quattro wgn, AC, cass plyr, 160K mi, $5200. 540-295-7575 or 540-788-4257. BUICK RIVIERA '99. last edition, collectors car, superb. 60K , mis, $10,000. See & you wjM buy it! 540-937-2019 86 CADILLAC Fleetwood, Brgm. Runs great, looks good. New tires, curr. inspect. $1200. 703-391-0447 99 CHEVY Astro Cargo Van. V6, auto , 88K mis. Airbags/AC, am/fm ladder rack. inside shelving. $6099/BO. 703-729-3000 x652 CHEVY 00 BLAZER. white, 4 door, 4 WD, immaculate cond., 41 K, $10,750. 540-8229282 CHEVY 77 CAPRICE CLASSIC: 350- 4Brl, runs well. Needs some work. $750/BO. As is 703-431-5778 CHEVY ’03 CAVALIER, 5spd trans. 20K mi. 2 dr Exc. cond. Remainder of 3yr/36K bumperto-bumper warr. $6900/ ObO. 703-772-4741. CHEVY CAVALIER 01: 5 speed trans, 60K miles, 2 door, very good condition $6,000/OBO 703-669-2700. CHEVY '77 CORVETTE, mostly restored, runs good. 105K mi. auto trans. New/replaced parts: carpet, dash, exhaust, brakes, fuel tank,' steering controls, shocks, tires, stereo, CD, front & rear speakers. Call 571-233-9362 CHEVY MALIBU, 02, Auto, grn, cd/cass, sunroof, pw, ps, cruise, Ithr. PWr seats $8000/obo 540-751-0661 CHEVY WAGON ‘90-Hi mi. Runs good Needs some repairs. $500. Call 703-723-3010 00 CHRYSLER T&C Ltd 54K Entertainment system. 1 owner. All records. $12,900. Call 703-919-5871 '94 CHRYSLER Town and Country 171K mis. All records. $1800. Call 703-919-5871 CORVETTE, ’94, convertible, 67K mis, admiral blue, bk top. auto, new tires, warranty, $19K, 540-937-3200 CORVETTES WANTED Any year, any conditior cash buyer. 800-369 6148. CORVETTE 78 25th An niv., V8, AT, pw, pi cruise, tilt, Ither, T-tops 89K orig mi, vgc $12,500. 703-707-0508 DODGE '96 INTREPID good cond.. pi, pw. dua airbags, 105K mi $370Q/obo. CaH 703728-6864 FORD MUSTANG GT 2002, 48K mis, 5sp fully loaded, new tires CD, Ithr $14,200 OBO 703-969-3281 FORD 1993 TAURUS, A door, 41,416 miles, mini condition. Perfect foi student. $1800. Cal 703-929-3031 FORD TAURUS STATION Wagon 98 89K 1 owner $3995/obo Looks good, runs great! 540-338-6428 GMC, ‘97, conv. van. Lthi seats, fully loaded, incl. TV, VCR & game sys $1500 firm. Needs fue pump. 703-339-0655. HONDA ‘00 ACCORD EX Coupe: Red/ Beig. LTHR, 6 IK. 4 cyl, AT, ac, cruise, snrf, FSBO. $9,995. 703-771-9424 HONDA '96 ACCORD EX, 5 speed, loaded. 97 K miles, 1 owner; all records, runs great. $4,000. 703-406-3303 HONDA ACCORD, LX, '98. V6, 101K mis, original owner, all main records. $7000 703298-6022 HONDA 1991 ACCORD LX: White, AC. AM/ FM/CASS. AT, 240K miles, $1200/bo. Runs well. 540-882-9668. HONDA '95 CIVIC 4-dr. 66K miles. AC, dual airbags, AM/FM, good condition. $3750 OBO. Ph 703-266-5611. HONDA '99 CIVIC EX, 2 dr,5 spd. 98 K, 1 owner, loaded. New tires, battery & insp. $6200 obo. 540-882-3806 HONDA '90 CIVIC WAGON, 4WD. red, 249,000 mi., AC/FM cassette, current insp. $800 703-430-7521 HONDA CRV 02: automatic, fully loaded, ex. cond., 35K mi., AC, power locks, windows, 6 disc CD player, sunroof, $16,800. 703554.7502, after 7pm, serious inquires only. HONDA 00 ODYSSEY EX. 79 K miles, leather interior & roof rack. Excel. condition. Asking $12,990. 703-858-2388 INFINITY 00 I30T. loaded, 1 owner, black, excellent condition, $11,500. 703-726-2577, JAGUAR 1989 XJS-V12 65K miles. $9500. Call 703-830-5894 JEEP ’96 Grand Cherokee Laredo, exc. cond, all power. Less than 100K miles. $7000. Call Erin 703-779-2593. LINCOLN LS, 00. 82K mis, V8, all options, well serviced. $l5,00Q/obo. 540-937-8256 or 4763. Merc Benz ’99 E320, black ext., saddle int., excel, cond., moving, must sell! 46 K mi, loaded. $21,000. 703421-0163 MtKUtUtb Dtlu ZUUJ E500 Soort, 6800 mi. Black/Black, loaded. Exc. cond. $47,500/ obo. 703-754-2906. MERCEDES 98 C280 SPORT: Black Lthr. int/ ext., 6 CD changer, Runs great! Fast! 107K, $14K, 703-815-5255. MERCEDES '93 300 station wagon, very clean, white, low mileage $7950. 540-822-5809 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE RS 01-all opts, 5 spd, new $5000 factory eng., 40K w/warr. A-1 cond. $7500. 703-915-2020 MITSUBISHI 3000 GT '95, pearl white, black interior, 5sp, V6, full pwr options. CD, Mobile 1 since new. garaged, immaculate condition. Looks & runs like new. MSTA. Asking $7125 OBO. Call John 540219-5102 or 540-3473483 MUSTANG COVERT, 01. Beautiful gray, lthr, 6cd, new tires, great cond. 55K mis, $11,500. 540-847-6822 NISSAN '93 MAXIM, lthr, loaded, new tires, keyless entry, moonroof, great car, 186 K mi, $2700. 703-669-0643 OLDS CUTLASS SIERRA S '93, loaded, all power. 71K miles, V6, very good cond. $2000. I 540-347-2973 OLDSMOBILE '94 ACHIEVA, 117K mi, good cond., AC, pi, pw, relatively new tires, $1800. 571-426-3819. 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MlM • yeutMeMemar'ew MSMNTIAI ■ EDUCATION ■ COOMUUNQ Saturday, April 9,2005 10am-6pm 2SatSS5SSS»Major Auto Show Sponsors: iiuaunaui ■mat FAX YUNOAI MERCHANTS iQt 9WBW UAIM,UiRCllRYSU.R Auto Show Exhibitors: Show cars on display: BMW of Sterling Brown's Sterling Nissan Stohlman Mitsubishi Duties Motorcars PohankaAcura Lindsay Volkswagen of Dulles tl&SobbyLabonte *20- Tony Stewart Saturn of Sterling Sterling Chevrolet Zipcar Nextel Music provided by: w mmCall703-472-7938 www.timescommunity.com 93 PLYMOUTH GRAND Voyager. Runs well. PS, PB, PW, PM, PL, cruise/tilt 703-421-8260 (500!, Police Impounds! Honda’s, Chevy's, Toyota's, etc. from $500. For listings 800-7498167 ext 2416. 1999 PONTIAC GRAND AM GT. White. 2dr, sunroof, good cond. 79K miles. $6500. Call 732-921-8312 PONTIAC TRANS AM. '01, 14K mis, V-8 Garage kept. Loaded perfect cond, (must see) $21.000 obo. Call Cindy 540-727-0020 (6am4pm) Nights 540-4396442 before 9pm. '93 SAAB 9000 CSE, 4 cyl, 148,686 miles, gray, exc. cond.. $4000. 540-937-4420. SATURN SC1, '95 2DR coup. 5sp, manual, runs great. Needs tires/ brakes. $1100/ OBO. 540-349-8700 • Subaru '95 Legacy wagon, all wheel drive, excel, cond., 5 sp., well maint., recent insp, $4000. 540-338-3421 rOYOTA '97 AVALON, 90,500 mi, 4-dr, navy blue, auto, am/fm/CD, $7000. Call Paul 703560-4391. rOYOTA CAMRY LE '93: sunroof, 182 K miles, runs great! $1,150 540-955-0503. royota '04 Corolla LE. 4 door, AM/FM, CD/cass., auto, 12 K miles, pwr windows & locks $11,900. 703-606-1177 rOYOTA 02 SIENNA LE- Excellent cond., new tires, low mileage, fully loaded. Must see! $19,000. 703-378-8221 /OLKSWAGON 76 BUG: fuel injected, exc. cond. 98% restoration, Colorado car, $6200/ BO. 703-748-5026 or 571238-3875. /OLVO 02 S-60, 4 dr, white/ash int, spotless cond. 50 K mi MovingMust Sell! Loc. in Sterling /Leesburg. $15,000 firm for quick sale. Call 240-338-7272 /OLVO, 03, S80, 2.9, 43K miles. Non-smkr. Ext. warranty. Silver. $22,000. 540-837-1461. /OLVO 2000 S80 silver sedan, exc, cond., AC, all power, sunrf, dual airbags front/head/side, CD/am/fm cass., new tires, 49K mi, $14,200. 703-433-0775. VW CABRIO CONVERT, runs great, white w/ white top. 5 sp, pw, pi. $6000/obO 540-3498282. 610 mun POSTAL JEEP 77, good cond. route ready, many new parts & extras. $3000 OBO. 540272-4999 HOLIDAY RAMBLER, 37ft, ‘94, Class A, 40K mis, 460 w/ OD, fiberglass roof, Ithr, corian countertop, w/o slides, w/d hookup, $25K/obo 540-222-2579 Sunline Solaris '02 SR 33', bunks, sleeps 8, cover, slide room, nonsmoking. like new. $18,995. 703-430-8431 ■ Construction/ 63S Heavy ^ Equipment ^ BX 22 loader/backhoe under 400 hours, 12" bucket. $10,500. 540675-3548 L35 LOADER/backhoe, under 700 hrs, 12" & 24" buckets, $23,000. 540-675-3548 HARLEY DAVIDSON, •'89. Soft tail custom, custom paint, lots of chrome, $11,700. 540439-8883. HARLEY DAVIDSON 2001. Sportster XL1200 Custom. 5,100 mi. Blk & red. Quick release detachable windshield XL custom seat & matching back rest pad Detachable side plates, sissy bar, sport lugg. rack. New Ithr saddlebags, chrome eng. guard, lots of x-tra chrome. $8,450. 703803-4192. HARLEY DAVIDSON 02 Ultra classic. Jade Sunglow. Gar kept. Many extras. Svc rec. Excl cond $16,500. 540-347-3488 Your Ad Could be HERE Call Today 347-4222 HONDA 929 CBR '00: Yellow, excellent cond., low mileage, accessories included (helmet & jacket), $6,800/OBO. Call 571-233-1496. MOVING SALE - 1982 Yamaha 750 SECA. Good shape. $1000. Call 703-669-9157 2001 PW50, $700; & Yamaha TTR 90, $800; dirt bikes. Cash only 540-439-4524 aft 6pm TOYOTA, 1990. 4 Runner. Selling for parts. 1,000's of new repairs, bad motor. $500. Call 703-430-8631. TRUCK CAP, FIBER glass, burgundy, fits Ford 8’ bed, call for details. $100. 540-3475996 Sport UtWty Vehicles CHEVY BLAZER S-10, '93. 4 wd, 4 dr Black int/ext. V6 Vortex rebuilt eng., pwr steer/wind., ABS brakes, AC, am/tm cass. Tow pkg & lugg. rack. Good cond. $2000. Susan or Chip @571-233-7135. FORD EXPEDITION ’99 XLT. 63K, 3rd seat, white, tan cloth, excel cond. $10,500. 703587-4153 '02 FORD EXP. XLT, 41K, green, Ithr intr, CD, AC. Ext wmty. 703724-1416 Moving overseas must sell. $16,500 HONDA 2001 CRV LX: AT, AC, Am/Fm/ Stereo Cass, cruise control, 60.500 mi, $11K. 703421-9710. '98 ISUZU AMEGO: 116k mi, new tires, runs good. $5500/obo. Call 540-338-0706 ’93 ISUZU AMEGO. 5 spd, 4 cyl. $1000/obo. 703-406-8726 ISUZU RODEO ’97, blue. 76K mis, 4x4, AT, V6, cass, CD, cruise, PW, PL. ABS brakes, airbag, tilt, rear defrost, sunroof, excel cond. $7000. 540-439-2915 Sport Utility JEEP CHEROKEE SPORT 99 4 dr, 6 cyl auto., 4 whl dr.. AC, pwr wind/locks. Cass. $6000. 703-608-5920 JEEP GRAND CHAROKEE limited. '96. bk / tan, 4x4, am/tm/cd, all pwr, sunroof, tow pack, $4895. 540-347-4289, Jeep ’03 Grand Cherokee, 34 K mi, clear title, excel, cond. fun service records. $16,500 obo. Call 703-470-2811 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE Laredo ‘94 Exc. running cond. Great shape) White 150K mi. $3800obo 703-314-5200 MERCEDES BENZ ’99 ML430, low miles, excel. cond., many extras, Priced for quick sale, $16,900. 703-798-6323 MITSUBISHI 2002 MONTERO LTD, 4WD, 42K mi., dark blue, leather interior, $14,000. Call 703-406-3439. 96 NISSAN PATHFINDER SE. black w/ grey int, sunroof, CD, roof-rack. 116k. $4,700 obo 703-620-2788. TOYOTA '00 4Runner LTD. Beige, tan Ithr, 4WD. AT, all pwr, snrf, Well maint'd 105Kmi. $16K/BO 540-687-5000 '99 TOY. 4 runner 58k mi, exc. cond.. Michelins, sunrf, run boards, tow & sport pkg, super clean. $15900. 540-347-0841 CHEVROLET DIESEL, '87 mail truck, runs great, $3000/obo. 540351-0744 / 540-5473061. CHEVY 1994 CAVALIER 5 speed, 133,000 miles $1000. Please call: 703-459-7004. CHEVY ’01 2500 HD LS. blue, 6.6L diesel. 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Northern Virginia Auto Show debuts this Saturday First annual Auto Show timely introduction in one of America’s fastest-growing regions WPIBiR Next to u trying a nome—ana ngnt up there with sending kids to college— buying a car ranks among the biggest financial decisions a family can make. So, when you get the opportunity to see what’s out there, gather information about safety and fuel efficiency and give a car or two the “sniff” test—all in one place—it makes the process a lot more pleasurable. That’s the goal of this weekend’s Northern Virginia Auto Show. In addition to local dealerships showing off their latest models at Dulles Town Center (southwest parking lot between JCPenney and Lord & Taylor department stores), there will be information booths providing answers to everything from financing to safety issues for teen drivers. “With this springtime showcase, we wanted to provide an informative event that’s also entertaining for the entire family,” noted Peter Arundel, publisher of Times Community Newspapers, which initiated the Northern Virginia Auto Show. “Given the increasing costs of owning and operating a vehicle these days, people need to make informed decisions.” Which is not to say the decision process is all facts and figin*es. After all, who among us has not imagined themselves behind the wheel of the latest luxury vehicle? (Not to worry, those will also be on display at the show.) America’s fascination with cars—especially fast cars—is worldrenowned, and nowhere is that more evident than right here in the commonwealth. In fact, with more than 20 oval tracks, three major racing venues, numerous drag strips and one significant road course, Virginia has one of the strongest contingents of racing venues and motor-sports businesses in the country—a fact not overlooked at the Northern Virginia Auto Show. Tb the delight of race fans, Joe Gibbs Racing show cars will be on display (Bobby Labonte’s No. 18 and Tony Stewart’s No. 20) in connection with Youth For Tomorrow—a nonprofit organization that operates a residential group village for atrisk teenage boys and girls—the 2005 Northern Virginia Auto Show Charity See 4NTRO, Page 3

Intro From page 2 While the race cars are sure to thrill, the Auto Show will also feature an important program aimed at safety for teen drivers. In our. increasingly populated corridors, safety—especially among first-time drivers—is on everyone’s mind these days. That’s why Road Ready Teens, a research-driven, home-based program for parents and teens that offers tips and innovative tools designed to help teens gain necessary driving experience, will be at the Auto Show. Thanks to the support of DaimlerChrysler and others, Road Ready Teens will provide an interactive kiosk featuring Streetwise, a slick video game that lets teens test their driving skills before actually taking the wheel. In addition, valuable information addressing teen driving issues will be provided by the Department of Motor Vehicles, GEICO,’the National Safety Council and USA Today. There’s something for everyone at the Auto Show, and the young ones will not be disappointed. Entertainment will abound, including a 24-foot climbing wall, a Turbo iuu iiuc anu clowns perpetrating face-painting and balloontwisting artistry. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. this Saturday, April 9, only; admission is free. (Rain date is Sunday, April 10, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.) Presented by Times Community Newspapers, the first Annual Northern Virginia Auto Show is an event not to be missed! Auto Show promises style, safety, substance Dear friends: Our philosophy has always been to support the communities that we serve, and that mission statement has never been more important than today. In the midst of escalating gas prices and competitive pressures among auto manufacturers, Peter Arundel wc icit me umc waa iigui wj piuviue local dealers a signature event to showcase their impressive array of vehicles and services, improve brand awareness, provide product sampling and increase their visibility in the Washington metropolitan area. With the Northern Virginia Auto Show, our overall goal was to feature experienced automotive merchants who are passionate about their industry and take tremendous pride in their contributions to the community, and I believe we have accomplished that. Transportation in any form—private, shared, public—has always been an essential component in our everyday lives. Throughout the years, our choices and means of transportation have been driven variously by affordability, stature, practicality, recreation and relaxation. I am sure that you will find a variety of options available at this show to address your needs and desires. Also in keeping with our mission, we are thrilled that the 2005 Northern Virginia Auto Show Charity Recipient is Youth For Tomorrow, a nonprofit organization that operates a residential group village for at-risk teenage boys and girls in Bristow, Va. Having followed Youth For Tomorrow’s tremendously successful programs and observed their valuable contribution to the community, it seemed only appropriate to have Dr. Jones and his exceptional staff on board with us for this exciting kickoff event. As the Presenting Sponsor of this activity, it will allow Times Community Newspapers the ability to provide heightened awareness as well as a financial contribution to a designated charitable organization with each annual event. In addition, we are pleased to present the Road Ready Teens program from DaimlerChrysler, along with information from other organizations that offer guidance and instruction to young drivers as they prepare to travel onto the open highways. With a combined circulation of 275,000 and a total readership over 1 million—based on 18 newspapers located in Loudoun, Fairfax, Prince William, Fauquier, Clarke and Rappahannock counties—and more than 200 years of newspaper history as the dominant print and online news organization serving Northern Virginia, we are delighted to present this new program to the community. Enjoy the Show, Peter Arundel President/CEO Ti .es Community Newspapers The Northern Virginia Auto Show Times Community Newspaper Peter Arundel President/CEO Chip Wiggington Vice President of Sales and Marketing Lance Lewis Classified Manager/ Director of RE Advertising Margaret Courtney Classified Supervisor Richard Hausner Automotive Manager Stephanie Chapman Automotive Advertising Brian Bauer Editor Tonya McKimmey Production Coordinator * Katie Dolac Layout Design Amy Lloyd Cover Design Cecelia Capece Special Events Coordinator 703-777-1111 classifieds(a>times- ' nanarrc ^ (limes Community Newspapers Northern Virginia •P 18 weekly newspapers serving Northern Virginia TlmesC6fnmunity.com

2005 Hyundai Tucson is perfect as small SUV For those who appreciate a little (or a lot of) spontaneity in their life, the all-new 2005 Hyundai Tucson is the ultimate gear bag to take along for the ride. As one of the latest entries in the small SUV class, the Tucson stands out with its sleek and easygoing design, affordable entry price and abundance of standard features. From a safety standpoint, it’s coming at you from all angles. Dual front airbags, front seat-mounted sideimpact airbags and roof-mounted sidecurtain airbags are standard, not extra cost options like with some of the competition. And Electronic Stability Control with Traction Control System and the Anti-Lock Braking System combine to provide ' the proper response and handling you need in emergency situations. From a performance standpoint, prepare to be impressed. The base model GL comes standard with a spirited 2.0L DOHC four-cylinder engine with Continuously Variable Valve Timing (CWT); the GLS and LX models crank it up a notch with an even more powerful 2.7L V6. All models feature fully independent front and rear suspension and are available with either 2WD or 4WD configurations. As for practicality, we really packed it in. The front passenger seat folds flat either forward or backward, the easy-to-clean composite cargo floor also includes a removable rubber cargo mat, and the cargo area has thoughtful built-ins like grocery bag Fairfax Hyundai Marilyn Moran 10595 Warwick Ave. Fairfax, VA 22030 ads ©fairfaxhyundai.com 703-352-0444 www.f ai rfaxhyundai .com hooks, cargo netting and tie-down anchors to secure those more substantial loads. If you’re the adventurous type, the Tucson is the trusty sidekick you want to have on all of life’s roads. Fairfax County Federal Credit Union Attention Fairfax County Residents! IMPORTANT INFORMATION If you live, work, worship, attend school and/or volunteer in Fairfax County you are now eligible for membership at Fairfax County’s first community credit union. NEW & USED AUTO LOAN RATES as low as 3.9&/o aprfree $25 Gas Card with Every Approved Car Loan! - Apply online today at WWW.FAIRFAXCU.ORG Or call us at (703) 218-9900 (press 3) 'Al rates and terms are subject to change without notice and credit qualiHcalon APR s Annual Percentage Rate Managed nsk tenting pncng b used tor vehicle loans. Majarmm interest rate tor loans wil not exceed toe maximum slowed by law. HYUnDFll *5,000 Below MSRP I EL ANTRA I Fully Equipped with Air I Conditioning, Power Windows, < Power Mirror, Power Locks £i»mtm “21)04 Total Qualify Award" for Brae Small Car Ownmhtp Eipovnor Ctte}" -Stmugt, lawn SONATA Air Conditioning, Power Brakes, Power Windows, Locks and Steering, AM/FM Cass., Cruise Control, Dual and Side Airbags, 4Cyl., ' 16 Valve *4,500 Below MSRP $4,000%£& Santa ftfe Air Conditioning, Power Windows, AM/FM Cass., Power Locks, Power Steering, Power Brakes, Cruise Control 2(XM f»*fal Qualify Award" fm Rr*f Small SLV Ownership tjtpciwnc*” -Stwqpt Hwn , Till an ? Anti-Lock Braking System, Traction Control, Side Curtain Airbags, Air Conditioning, PW, PM, PL, Dual Front & Side Airbags & More! *2,000 AIRFAX HYUNDAI 10601 Lee Highway, Fairfax, VA 22030 Rts. 123 & 50, 3 minutes from 1-66 703-352-0444 Visit our web site: www.fairfaxhyundai.com 23 9 '—’ V

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from-now ho one ■ ■ :*m remember who h great season or v Thatiwhy Youth rappf|g|§ Tomorrow is so importanE0 For each young man woman that we are able Sf§ help, we start er chain of goog results because he or she :|jjj will influence his or her own spouse and children and ’mm others around them. AiuT*?| they will pass along what the have learned to otherigjjHgl What last In this world | is what kind of influence we have had on others, j j . '■->*mmmmmm-A joe Qwbs Joe G i bbs' Youth for Tomorrow I wo decades after Coach Joe Gibbs and some friends first conceived the idea of Youth For Tomorrow, the Board of Trustees, the staff, and all of YFT's supporters remain faithful to his vision. Youth For Tomorrow is a licensed group home, certified special education facility and counseling center which is accredited by the Virginia Association of Independent Specialized Education Facilities (VAISEF), an accrediting organization of the Council 1 for Private Education recognized by the Commonwealth of Virginia, yi-i serves cmiaren ages w. to from an area that includes Northern Virginia, Washington, DC and suburban Maryland: Today there is a marked increase in the number of youths being referred to YFT. At the same time, there is an increase in the severity of the problems that boys and girls present as they enter the program. Seventyfive percent of these youths come from homeless situations or nonfunctioning families. Half are without fathers, a third without mothers, and virtually 100% arrive one or two years behind in school. Young men and women who come to YFT live as a family with other youths and houseparents who are chosen for their skills and ability to work with adolescents. The YFT school, with its small classes and certified teachers, offers an education plan for each student that is coupled with weekly counseling sessions, and a weekly assessment of goals' achievement relative to personal behavior, academic ■ '‘i ^1 Vf»ll I. sion of YFT is to provide youth with the opportunity and motivation to focus their lives and develop the confidence, skills, intellectual ability, spiritual insight, and moral integrity to become responsible and productive members of society. Coach Gibbs' dream was to create a place where young people who had taken a wrong turn in life would have a chance to make a fresh start. Today, this dream is alive at Youth For Tomorrow, which provides a loving family atmosphere, special academic attention, and counseling for the residents and their families. The cross-fertilization of these program components has produced a record in which 85% of those that graduate from YFT's program do not return tp.the negative behaviors that brought them to the program. YFT has served more than 700 young people since opening their doors in 1986. Residential YFT residents live in a family atmosphere with houseparents who consult daily with teachers, counselors, and other staff to ensure that each resident's needs are addressed in a coordinated manner. The. houseparents also work with the resident's family, probation officer, social worker, and other residential staff. Care is provided 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The program has a strong character development and rehabilitation component. Residents learn to manage anger, cooperate with others, and establish an environment of mutual respect in all their relationships. Academic The YFT-school offers classes at both the middle and high school level, with separate facilities for boys and girls. Staffed by state certified teachers, the school is accredited by the youth ror tomorrow • / iojd Hazel urcie Drive • bristow, Virginia 70136 • Phone: 703-631-3360 • Fax: 703-361-4335 • www.youthfortomorrow.org I Fall Country Fair and Auctions Spend a memorable day in the country with your family and friends at Youth For Tomorrow's Country Fair and Auctions. More than 6,000 people attend this fun-filled event every year. Explore the 200 acre Youth For Tomorrow (YFT) campus, enjoy a picnic lunch, hunt for the perfect find in our live and silent auctions, and have a great time with your kids, There will be batting cages, climbing walls, and other concessions to challenge teens and young adults. Try your luck on the mechanical bull ride or maybe the rock climbing wall is more your style. Virginia Associanon ot Independent Specialized Education Facilities, recognized by the Commonwealth of Virginia. The education program is designed to meet students' individual needs, including those with learning disabilities and/or a history of truancy or nonparticipation in the education process. With small classes and a student to teacher ratio averaging 7:1, students typically are able to increase their academic standing by two years. Youth For Tomorrow is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit tax-exempt organization as determined by the Internal Revenue Code. YFT is registered with the Commonwealth of Virginia. Sweetheart Ball A fun way to help change lives. Each year YFT has a black-tie optional, Valentine Ball fundraiser that allows friends and supporters to celebrate their loved ones with a four course gourmet meal, big band dance music in an elegant candle light setting - while directly supporting the YFT programs. The next Sweetheart Ball will be February 11,2006 at the McLean Hiltion. Joe Jacoby Annual Golf Classic Hosted by Joe Gibbs. Tuesday, May 10, 2005 11:30 AM Shotgun at Westfields Golf Club in Clifton, Virginia. Each Sponsor has the choice of a Redskin celebrity as part of their foursome. Everyone plays their own ball and eaqh team will compete against the field and Joe Gibbs' team for prizes. FOR MORE INFORMATION ON EVENTS PLEASE CALL 103-631-3360 or visit our website www.youthfortomorrow.org. Burgundy and Gold One of the Washington region's premiere spring fund raising events, attracting over 800 guests. Joe Gibbs hosts this event that offers executives a great opportunity to support a deserving cause, entertain clients, reward employees and gain public recognition among area civic leaders as a generous supporter of YFT's programs. This year's event will be held on April 21st at the McLean Hilton and the festivities start at 6:30 PM. llTII H)H lOMofluVY RAH'I-E -11"4 aim, Virginia 101 YTO toaoitot _ ^gsoscud ck*$nr „ ' fia Ydr»an( 'H. ».Q4 • ■ 15 aaaacc Andrew Hill, 1990 graduate and co-founder with another YFT grad of a technology consulting business that is now a multimillion dollar company in several states. * ^ "Coach Gibbs invested in us, the place possible, because without their help, I wouldn't have the blessings that came into my life

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No* 99 race car has. second life as promotional vehicle In 1999, Jeff Burton drove the No. 99 Exide race car to a fifth-place finish in NASCAR’s Brickyard 400 and a third-place finish in the Kmart 400. Today, after being discovered for sale on eBay and carefully restored, the very same, car is again capturing the attention of race fans—as a promotional vehicle for Exide customer Tire Kingdom. “I’m told that it is rare to find one of these race cars so well preserved, because they are usually taken apart for testing and the components are cannibalized for use in other cars,” said Rick Wieda, a member of Exide’s Transportation Americas sales team. “Tire Kingdom thought the car would be a great marketing tool to use at store openings and corporate functions, so they agreed to use the promotional funding allocated by Exide to buy it,” Wieda said. As the owner of the car, Tire Kingdom then paid to have No. 99 restored, since it was missing the hood, motor and transmission. It also hired Leading Edge Race Cars to transport it from location to location and to “talk NASCAR” with racing fans during promotional events. That’s a small price to pay for such a great crowd pleaser, said Lynn Parker, Vice President of Purchasing at Tire Kingdom. “This car is the darnedest thing,” he said. “It is a great attention-getter, and it will be years before the excite Merchants Tire and Auto Centers National Tire and Battery Chris Hatfield 1700 East Parham Road Richmond, VA 23228 chatfield@tirekingdom.com 804-683-9567 www.merchantstire.com www.ntb.com ment about it wears off.” In fact, Tire Kingdom plans to ship the car to Las Vegas in April for its national managers meeting at the MGM Grand hotel and local store promotions. “Until recently, our Las Vegas Big O Tire franchisees had not signed up for the Exide battery program,” Parker said. “Now all 16 are signed up thanks to that car.” Tire Kingdom sells Exide branded batteries through their Tire Kingdom, Merchant’s Tire, and NTB retail stores, and Exide manufactured "Bigfoot” branded batteries at Big O Tires retail locations. In addition, Exide has recently entered into an agreement to distribute batteries through their Carroll Tire operations. All of these facilities are owned or affiliated with TBC Corp. * VV’VJI iuuvjuj, npiii v, LVA/v* Join Forces To Bring You The LOWEST PRICES! ' BEST SELECTION! FAST SERVICE! Growing to 600 + Locations NATIONWIDE! We've Got Vou COVERED! State & Emission Inspections Available! Call -1-800NEW TIRE To Directly Connect To A Locaion Near Vou!

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