Rappahannock News, June 23, 2005

127th Year ... No. 25 Phone (540) 675-3338 THURSDAY, JUNE 23, 2005 Worldwide at timescommunity.com 50 cents Rev. Merlin to retire By Richard Brady Special to the Rappahannock New* 7b everything there is a season and a time to every purpose under heaven. Bed. 3:1 Rev. Merlin W. Shorb, Sr., pastor of the Rappahannock Methodist Church, has announced his retirement. On June 26, at 10 a.m., at the Flint Hill Methodist Church, Rev. Shorb will lead a combined worship service for all three churches in the Charge: Sperryville, Flint Hill, and Willis Chapels, bringing to a formal close 23 years of service to these congregations as their pastor and spiritual leader. Hie public is invited. Merlin and Joy, his wife of 46 years, have made their home at the Flint Hill parsonage since he began his tenure here in 1982. At that time, there were three teenagers in the household; a son and two daughters. Their daughters attended and graduated from Rappahannock High School. Their son was already in college. Merlin Shorb has always been a man of God although not always a pastor. Shortly after graduating from American University in 1957 With a degree in chemistry, he began a career in music. Traveling with two of his brothers, Happy and Will, the Shorb Brothers Sae SHORB, Page AS , ■ Merlin and Joy Shorb have been married for 46 years --••• - Rose Hill breaks ground on large animal clinic By Richard Lykes Special to the Rappahannock News In 1998, Dr. Tom Massie—a lifelong resident of Rappahannock County—began a solo ambulatory practice for Large Animals, making “in-house” calls at farms around the area. The practice, which grew rapidly in the next few years, added a Small Animal clinic to their services in 2003. And, this past week, with a growing need for a hospital/clinic facility in the county to bring in large animals for, treatment, ground was broken for a full-service Large Animal Clinic adjacent to their wellknown Small Animal facility on U.S. 211. See CLINIC, Page A2 Photo by Richard Lykes ROOM TO GROW: Dr Tom Massie and Dr. Kim Cole look on as assistant Crystal Ritenour holds the reins of “Edith” the draft mare in a symbolic groundbreaking ceremony. Not pictured are Dr. Monica O’Brien and Dr. Derek Vandry who will be working with the large animals. TEAM PUBLIC HOUSE: Driver Tom Pearson, sponsor John Pearson and co-builder Bob Pearson. Rappahannock News Start Photo/Bill Kossler Public House team racing in Culpeper By Bill Kossler Rappahannock News Staff Writer Saturday morning, June 25th, there will be a day of reckoning in Culpeper. It will be a struggle of wills; a story of man, machine and gravity. The Culpeper Soap Box Derby will begin around 9 a.m. at Blue Ridge Avenue and Yowell Park. For the first time since the Culpeper Derby began three years ago, Rappahannock has a team in the race. Ibm and Bob Pearson, both students at Rappahannock High School, are our men in the race. Their car is sponsored by the Public House, whose owner, John Pearson, is a cousin to the two brothers. In essence, it’s a three-man, family team. See DERBY, Page A2 ‘Eddie From Ohio’ headlines Rivers and Roots Festival By Monica Worth Special to the Rappahannock News' “Eddie From Ohio” is actually a quartet from Virginia, among the hottest new folk bands. Its quirky, hilariously smart-alecky songs are bringing young fans to folk and a welcome spirit of fun to the oftendour world of the songwriter,” raved the Boston Globe. Billboard magazine calls “Eddie From Ohio”...the darling of the East Coast singersongwriter scene....employing instrumentation that crosses the musical spectrum, a superb flair for clichefree melodies, and the stunning voice of Julie Murphy.” The band, whose members hail from the region, will take a brief break from wowing audiences nationwide to support Rappahannock County school music programs at the June 25th Riv ,rs and Roots Festival. Must hear music The day-long celebration of music, agriculture and the environment kicks off at noon with a stellar lineup of bands, including: • Walnut Ridge Boys - Pickin together for more than a decade, the six members of this well-known tra MUSIC FESTIVAL ditional bluegrass band play throughout the heartland of Virginia, Maryland and West Virginia. • Debbie Zinnand Touch of GrayDubbed “the Voice of the Mountains” by The Fredericksburg FreelanceStar, Zinn performs regularly, offering her special brand of folk, bluegrass, classic country and contemporary music. • RCHS Jazz Ensemble- This innovative ensemble impresses audiences throughout the region with its skill, style, and toe-tappin’ swing. • A Plus With Alice Reeve And Tom Guidice- Regional favorites, this seasoned group performs a unique mix of original, heartfelt material and crowd-pleasing covers. • RCHS Concert Band - This award-winning group, made up of 8th-12th graders, attained best-inshow honors at major band competitions in 2005. See FESTIVAL, Page A2 Meetings & Notices • Rappahannock Friends and Lovers of Our Watershed (RappFLOW) monthly meeting will be held from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, June 23 at the Rappahannock Library. All are welcome. See www.rappflow.org. • On Monday, June 27 the Town of Washington joint meeting of the Planning Commission and the Town Council has been cancelled. Rappahannock News P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747 (540) 675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) Newsmakers All smiles Kelly Hutcheson was among nearly 100 Rappahannock County High School grads. See Page A6. Beary happy Local resident Paul Farmer writes about his recent bear encounters in Gid Brown Hollow. See Page A9. life’s a bowi of cherries Check out Cherries-Oh-Top Orchard in Flint Hill for this year's bounty in several varieties. See Page B1. Phantom fans Andrew Lloyd Webber's movie version of "Phantom of the Opera” . will be presented at The Theatre. See Page B1.

Shorb From Page A1 brought their brand oF Christian and patriotic music, or “inspirational pop,” to each of the 48 contiguous United States, Canada and Mexico. Traveling in a large Suburban-like vehicle, they played for colleges and churches throughout the country. They also performed in the Air Force Academy Chapel, and the large People’s Church in Toronto. Working in construction as necessary to help finance their musical ministry, the Shorb Brothers were on the road almost every week. They began as an a cappella group but, as two of the brothers were accomplished musicians, they soon added instrumentation to their act. Once, caught in a blizzard in Boston, they were unable to get to their engagement. The place they were staying had a lounge, and the act that was to perform there was similarly stranded elsewhere. The Shorb Brothers stepped in and played their show to a grateful but captive audience. During the 23 years that the Shorb Brothers were performing and touring, they were also writing and arranging their own music. They were in recording studios 34 times, and released 17 albums. Lillian r ox, a member ol the Willis Chapel congregation, said they were losing a multi-talented minister, and atrue scholar of the bible. She said that Merlin was always there for any member of the community who needed him and was generous with his time, his presence and his prayers. She said Rev. Shorb was “one in a million.” Barbara Jamieson, organist for both the Flint Hill and Sperryville churches, praised Rev. Shorb for his gentle spirit and nature, and his dedication to God’s word. She noted that his passion for the Lord is an inner passion, and part of his gentleness. Music, she said, is part of his spirit; it is who he is. Mabel Lillard has been a member of the Flint Hill Methodist Church for 78 years. She said no other minister had ever stayed more than five years. She welcomed having church eveiy Sunday, and communion every month, which was not always the case before Rev. Shorb arrived. She said Merlin has helped the church to grow, and was quick to point out that he “preaches from the bible.” She said, as did others, that she has never heard him say a negative word INSPIRATIONAL HARMONY: The traveling Short) Brothers, left to right: Hubert or “Happy,” Merlin and Wilbert “Will” Short) about anyone in 23 years. She said, very directly, “If you have listened to his sermons, and paid attention, you will be well grounded in the scripture.” Soon after beginning his stewardship to the Rappahannock Methodist Charge, Rev. Shorb returned to his studies and received his Masters of Divinity from Wesley Theological Seminary. Merlin grew up in Silver Spring, Maryland. Joy grew up in the Baltimore suburbs. Merlin and Joy will return to the home in Silver Spring that was built for them by Merlin’s father, a carpenter, on land that he gave them. Rev. Shorb hopes to complete his effort of the last 12 years on a book he is writing: ivomee, in neiense of the God of the Bible,” and have it published. He will serve as pastor to his family and plans to lead some small group bible studies. His advice for pastors: Stay with the Word. Do your homework. Pray for the people. Take a day off. When asked what he hopes will be his legacy, Rev. Shorb did not hesitate. “I Hope I have left them well grounded in the scripture.” Mabel Lillard believes he has done that. Merlin Shorb will be sorely missed by those who have come to love him for the gentle spirit that he is, and by those who have come to rely and depend on the comfort he has brought to so many of us in our darkest hours. We can only say to him as he says to us at the close of each service, “May the Lord bless you and keep you. May the Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious unto you. May the Lord lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace.” Following the June 26 service at the Flint Hill Methodist Church, there will be a pot luck dinner at the Sperryville Fire Hall. All are invited; all are welcome. Heai thy Processed Beef (no fillers or supar} Beef sticks (like Sum Jims) Salami/Bologna Sausages, Hot dogs Beef Jerky Multiple' flavors available Grass Fed Meat ♦Contains Omega 3 fatty acids normally found in fish oils, (grain fed meat has little) ♦Conjugated Linoleic acid, Vit E Spring SALE: Hamburger. Dog bone Yes! □ Please enter my new subscription to: j&appahantioch News Subscription Rates By Mail!"* Rappahann( x:k..... .s21 .'"'/yeafElsewhere in the U.S.s27.""/year Name Address __ Citv _ State Zip_ Mail subscriptions are payable in advance. Make check or money order payable to: Sappahaimodt News, P.O. Box 59, Washington, VA 22747 ginia 22747. • This tirrm may also be used for CHANGE OF ADDRESS Old Address: New Address: 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, P.O. Box 59, Washington, Virginia 22747 Photos by Richard Lykes Rose Hill Small Animal Clinic V Clinic From Page A1 In a symbolic and colorful ceremony last week, Dr. Massie—joined by his staff of other doctors in the large and small animal practice, hitched a plow to “Edith,” a large draft mare, and broke ground for their new Large Animal “haulin” facility. The new building, expected to be finished in the fall, will allow Rose Hill to provide full service hospitalization for large animals, minor surgery, digital radiography, video endoscopy, embryo transfer, and neonatal intensive care. Additionally, the new 6,000 square foot facility will allow Rose Hill to better serve clients in emergencies and provide more rapid response times to these situations. There also will be a conference room for client education meetings and special events. With the additional facilities, Rose Hill will be able to provide services to distant clients that are sometimes difficult to visit at their home farms by allowing them to come to a full-service large animal facility. With five full-time veterinarians and eight skilled sup1 port staff members, Rose Hill Veterinary Practice, PC. is a busy place. They currently make 400-500 farm calls each month in the Large Animal Practice while the Small Animal clinic sees approximately 500-600 patients per month. The practice has had phenomenal growth in the last six years. Starting solo in 1998, Dr. Massie added his first employee in 1999. In the spring of 2000, Dr. Derek S. Rose “Jilll VETERINARY PRACTICE pc SmallA'linuils Q87-9300 LarqeAnimali y87-1200 KIMBERLY S-COLEdv* BETTY L MYERS tw> w. THWiASRV»«IE|R.wDEREK S. VANDREY w MONICA LOWJENc FAMILIAR: On the north side of U.S. 211 is the well-known Rose Hill Veterinary Practice sign. With Rose Hill’s additional new building expected to be finished in the fall of 2005, larger animals can be brought to the clinic for medical attention and stabled there as well. Vandrey joined the Large Animal Practice. Later, in 2004, Dr. Monica O’Brien joined the staff to assist with large animals. Dr. Massie purchased the property that houses the current office in 2001. With this purchase, Massie said in a statement, “We moved closer to reaching our goal of providing full-service, high quality veterinary care to all animals from Rappahannock and surrounding counties.” The large animal practice has continued to grow and now offers services to Culpeper, Fauquier, Madison, Loudoun, Page, and Clarke counties, as well as Rappahannock. Construction of the Small Animal practice was completed and opened for business in January 2003. Dr. Kim Cole joined the practice at this time as the lead small animal veterinarian. She has a strong interest in canine reproduction and provides all aspects of modern reproductive technology. Dr. Betty Myers joined small animal staff in the fall 2004. Dr. Cole specializes in orthopedics and surgery. Rose Hill plans to add further grooming and boarding services in the future. In welcoming the community to come by and see the Small Animal Clinic and meet the staff, Dr. Massie added, “We also welcome visits to watch the progress on the construction of the new Large Animal Clinic. I hope that all will find our practice a friendly, helpful facility for all of your veterinary needs.” Festival From Page A1 • Brian Taylor & Hollowbound- RCHS alumnus and recording artist Brian Taylor leads Rappahannock County Public Schools Superintendent and noted bluegrass instrumentalist Bob “Doc” Chappell and ’04 alum Anthony Clinedinst in an old-time bluegrass romp. As day turns to night, bluegrass turns to blues when Catfish Hodge takes the festival stage. Crowned an “American folk blues hero,” Hodge has been a mainstay of the American blues music scene for three decades with twentyfour albums of mostly original music to his credit. Hodge leads the Festival to its crescendo with the introduction of pop, country, jazz, folk and “calypso-grass” greats. “Eddie From Ohio” will rock the crowd til dark. Home grown and nationally known The Rivers and Roots Festival shines a spotlight on the region’s ascendancy to national renown for its success in the arenas of sustainable agriculture, environmental preservation and 100 percent organically-grown music. A full schedule of events and exhibits provides a first-hand look at the work of nearly every major sustainable agriculture and environmental protection initiative in the region, including farm-toclassroom and school garden programs. Festival visitors will feast on locally-raised, certified organic Virginia Kobe beef burgers and chicken — if they can tear the kids away from the teacher dunking booth, the climbing wall, cowpie bingo, paper making, or performances by Missie the International Champion Jumping Mule. Bass humor “Eddie From Ohio” bassist, Mike Clem, recently offered his irreverent take on the day’s events. “Sharing the bill with cowpie bingo and Missie the International Champion Jumping Mule will definitely dethrone the Los Lobos-opener mention in our press kit,” Clem said. “Rivers & Roots — weren’t they a Catskills comedy team from the 50s?” The Rivers and Roots Festival begins at noon at the intersection of U.S. 211 and Route 522 in Sperryville, at Sunnyside Farms @ the Schoolhouse. For more information, contact Amy Silver at 540/743-3083 or visit www. Photo courtesy of Monica Worth Catfish Hodge riversandroots.com. Admission is free until 5:30 p.m. Evening admission is $10 for adults, $5 for kids 10 to 17, and free for kids under 10. Bring ’lawn chairs and blankets. Derby From Page A1 The Pearsons have always been into racing in all forms, and are NASCAR fans. NASCAR has partnered with the All American Soap Box Derby (AASBD) since 2002 as part of its youth initiative. So when county Derby coordinator Tom Pellikan approached the Pearsons, Tom and Bob were immediately interested. Tom, being smaller and lighter, is the driver and is in the eighth grade. He's a budding troubadour; in the school band, and learning a bit of guitar. Bob, the older brother is in the 11th grade, races go-karts and is interested in a motor sport career. AASBD runs several divisions of cars, for kids from eight to seventeen years of age. The Soap Box Derby of Culpeper runs the Stock and Master Stock divisions. In both of these, the cars arrive in kits which the kids must assemble. Our team’s car is Master Stock, which takes more time and work to assemble than Stock. Master Stock also allows larger and heavier drivers (up to 150 lbs.) and, unlike Stock, the team may paint the vehicle. Since the first AASBD national race was held in 1934, the Derby has organized local and rally races throughout the states, culminating in their Amissville< Firemen's Carnival Wednesday Carnival Begins Thursday Grand Feature Parade 7 p.m. Friday Crowning of Queen Saturday Grand Prizes Awarded Fun for the Whole family! June 22 through lune 25 Ride all-u-can until closing each night for one low price! Rides • Games Concessions Shows Midway by West Virginia Amusements Company Sponsored by: Amissville Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad annual competition at Derby Downs, in Akron Ohio. The AASBD describes their goals as being to encourage adult-youth activities, through the building and racing of the cars. Building the cars, they hope, will help kids learn to set and complete goals, develop good character, self-confidence, perseverance, sportsmanship, and the importance of craftsmanship. The thrill of competition and having a lot of fun with kids and adults on a fine summer day may also play a role in the appeal of the Derby. Derby teams can also compete in rallies around the nation, and the two winning racers from each Derby race locale are selected to compete in the annual All American Soap Box Derby in Akron Ohio. On Derby Day in Culpeper, drivers also vote among themselves, choosing one of their number as showing the best sportsmanship. At the race Saturday, all cars will run two heats, in oneon-one competition with one another. After the first heat, the competitors switch wheels and lanes, to eliminate any inherent unfair advantage. The Pearson brother’s both agree that the Derby cars are fundamentally similar, so racing strategy is crucial to determining the winner. Since the cars are driven by gravity, keeping the car going as nearly perfectly straight downhill, to maximize acceleration throughout the race is their plan. Will it be enough? Show up and find out. If anyone is interested in sponsoring a vehicle next year, or would like any more information on the Derby, Tom Pellikan is our local coordinator. He can be reached at 9878447. The Culpeper Soap Box Derby is being hosted by Rosson and Troilo, and Frankie Troilo can be reached for information at 825-3722. Bill Kossler may be reached at bkossler@timespapers.com 1,500 4,600 sa ft. Office 1,500 4,700 sq. ft. Warehouse Excellent Condition & Read; lor Immediate Ocenpane;

Hi Photos by Ann Spieker HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: D.J. Frye and Ashley Williams don hazardous materials suits while instructor Keith Jenkins inspects. CHAINSAW: Herb Reynolds makes the cut as Russ Collins, Jonathan Bankston and Marc Deal observe. BOMB AWARENESS: E.J. Estes dons protective explosive handling suit with the guidance of instructors Wayne Sumner and Robin Ebersole. County volunteers suit up at rue and rescue training By Ann Spieker Special to the Rappahannock News Washington Volunteer Fire and Rescue has been hosting fire training for the county during the past four weekends. Nineteen local firefighters greeted officers Wayne Sumner and Robin Ebersole of the Virginia State Police, and participated iq a two-hour bomb awareness for firefighters class. Participants were shown equipment used by the State Police when searching for a bomb. Volunteer E.J. Estes put on the bomb protection suit. Later, an explosion demonstration took place. The goal of the class was to train firefighters in their role of assisting the State Police during a bomb emergency. Watch out! Eleven firefighters attended the Hazardous Materials Operations class over the course of two weekends. Classroom time was accompanied by field exercises, including personal decontamination, the damming of nvers to prevent the spread of spilled contaminants, drills in donning of special protective gear, and strategies for handling hazardous material spills and leaks. Instructors Larry Oliver and Keith Jenkins, of Frederick County, were very understanding as Washington squad mem bers periodically left to go on calls. They waited until all members returned then continued class. Handle with care Fourteen firefighters came out on a hot Saturday for the Chain Saw Safety class presented by the Virginia Department of Forestry. Herb Reynolds taught the class. The group had morning classwork and safety talks, then proceedT ed to the woods in the afternoon for demonstrations. Firefighters learned how to control the fall of a tree that may be on fire, as well as ensuring escape routes from the falling tree, proper clothing and chainsaw starting and handling. Business Briefs fjrntnn on the go Griffin Tavern has recently acquired a catering van which means that they can now bring Griffin Tavern to you! Please consider them for your next cookout, field event, birthday party, holiday party, office party, or any type of social gathering. No event is too large or too small! To book an event, please contact Liz at 540-675-3227 or email lizgriftav@earthlink.net Blackwater Publications publishes new edition of James Russell book Blackwater Publications, a new publishing business based in Rappahannock County, has just published a new, revised edition of Sperryville author James D. Russell’s book, “Beyond the Rim: From Slavery to Redemption in Rappahannock County, Virginia.” The new publishing firm was established by James P. Gannon of.Castleton, a former newspaper editor and author, who is offering his services to writers who hope to see their own non-fiction books in print. Blackwater Publications plans to specialize in local history, biography, autobiography and other “life stories,” and special-interest books, Gannon said. James Russell initially self-published Beyond the Rim, the life story of his greatgrandmother Caroline Terry, who was a slave on plantations in Rappahannock County. When he was a young boy, Russell, now aged 84, would help take care of his aged great-grandmother and listened to her stories of plantation life, slavery, the Civil War, and her life after slavery in Sperryville. Russell sold more than 1,500 copies of the book himself, and now has designated Blackwater Publications as his publisher and marketing arm. The new edition of his book, priced at $14.95, is available on the internet at www.blackwaterpublications.c om, or through Amazon.com, and also is sold locally at the Uld bperryville cooksnop in Sperryville, Fly-By-Night Books in Flint Hill, and at the Rappahannock Historical Society in Washington, Va. Blackwater Publications also published Gannon’s book, “A Life in Print: Selections from the Work of a Reporter, Columnist and Editor,” which is a compilation of columns and essays written by the former journalist during a 40year career in newspaper work. The new publishing venture is working with other authors who hope to bring their own books to print. “I think it is very important to preserve local history and people’s life stories in biography and autobiography,” Gannon said. “I want to encourage people to write their own life stories, to preserve a record of our times and to capture in print the memories that will be important to their own families and to future historians. That’s why I helped James Russell with his book and published my own collection of columns, and I would like to assist others who have the urge and the ability to write for publication.” Blackwater Publication’s services include editing, book format and design, consulting on printing, marketing and distribution of books, and promotion and publicity. More information on Blackwater Publications’ services is availanle online at its website, www.blackwaterpublications.c om, or by calling Gannon at 987-9536. . On the market Farfelu Vineyards in Flint Hill, Virginia's first winery, has been placed on the real estate market by Evers and Company of Washington, D C: for $3,850,000. The 86-acre property not only includes the vineyard, but a five-bedroom, threebathroom house. The winery began in Rappahannock County in 1967 and according to management at the winery, will continue to be in operation until a sale has been completed. 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Editorial & Opinion --ftappafjannocfe jSetoaEstablished 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 ft THURSDAY, JUNE 23,2005 Our View Walking with the Lord Putting aside one's own personal religious affiliations or beliefs, there is much to be said for those men and women who have dedicated their lives to being ambassadors for their faith. One of those, Rev. Merlin Shorb, Sr., will be retiring after serving as the pastor of the Rappahannock Methodist Charge which includes churches in Sperryville, Flint Hill, and Willis Chapel. Rev. Shorb has served this community as a spiritual leader for more than a decade. No doubt the combined worship service followed by a pot luck dinner this Sunday will be packed as many plan to come and celebrate his ministry. Dedicating your life to anything is demanding enough but dedicating yourself to the service of God requires a special sort of stamina and inner strength and grace that is a “calling” reserved for the very few. You'll know them when you shake their hand, exchange gentle smiles or share raucous laughter, are lifted by their words, encouraged by their advice or touched by their own human foibles. There are times when you will be privileged and blessed to have shared their company and felt a special “chill” because something other worldly, perhaps spiritual, has touched your mind and heart. As our world gets more complex and the meaning of everything seems to come into question, let’s celebrate those who have partnered in a special way with God. The Rappahannock Guide The Rappahannock News is publishing, for the first time this summer, The Rappahannock Guide. This guide will include a listing of local businesses, schools, services and attractions as well as local officials serving the town and county. Our attempt is to make it as comprehensive as possible. While this is a “first” for the Rappahannock paper, many of you may be familiar with the Fauquier Guide or the Prince William Guide. These are products that have been published on an annual basis by our sister papers. While advertising in the Rappahannock Guide is being handled by our ad rep, Terri Carper, out of the Warrenton office, the editonal content is the responsibility of this office in Washington. Knowing that there are many in the community who share a love of this county, I'd like to include your thoughts, poems or other vignettes in the publication as space allows. Please include your name and town or village and send them to me via e-mail at asherman@timespapers.com or mail to Anita Sherman at the Rappahannock News, P.O. Box 59, Washington, Va. 22747. Many of you as well have captured scenes of Rappahannock on film. Please send those as well including title and name. Rappahannock County has a growing reputation for its artists and musicians. Please send photos of your artwork or group that can be showcased in this publication. Help celebrate this very special county in our premiere issue of The Rappahannock Guide. Letters to the editor WRITE: Letters to the Editor, P.O. Box 59, Washington, Va. 22747 EMAIL: asherman@timespapers.com ...Tuey stf tube's £ PtAl/^M T Avi V l\JW£^C£ 0F if.. Letters Farewell to Rappahannock County students The seventh grade graduation was a huge success! Thank you to all the RCES faculty for their years of time and dedication given to our children! The day was an incredible way to say goodbye to a wonderful group of children. The day concluded with the seventh grade grad bash that was hosted by parents. Thank you to all parents, grandparents and community who gave of their time and talent to make the party a huge success. lb the ladies who helped me to set this evening up, thanks! What a wonderful way to bring our community together in a positive and fun event, lb the local vendors who shared their gifts with us, Thank You. Without your support this woul4 not have been possible. * To our children, thdnk y'all for all the smiles and memories that yiall have given to us over the years. «yt » Lori Dore Amissville Amissville resident unhappy If you came out to vote in the Virginia primaries held last Tuesday, June 14, you LOST your right to vote in PRIVACY! You LOST your RIGHT to split your vote if you are not a DIE Hard Democrat or Republican in hope of voting for maybe a person from each party or for other means, plus you could not write in your vote either. I went past the Amissville Volunteer Fire Department (AVFD) on the way to Hackley's store around 11 a.m. passing the firehouse where the voting is done for this area. No lights, no cars and no sign stating ‘Yfote Here” either. I thought that the polling had been moved, but at Hackley's store they claimed they were voting at the AVFD. I stopped at the fire house with No Signs, No Cars in front of it and walked to the Main Hall doors - still no sign on the doors, but the doors were closed but not locked so I walked in and there were three ladies behind a table and before I could tell them my name and address one lady asked me if I was a Democrat or Republican. I was shocked to be asked that before asking me my name. I told them I was there to vote in privacy and they stated that if I didn't tell them what party I was going to vote for I could not VOTE. The paper they gave me only had one side filled out too. They could have put both parties on one paper and saved us some tax money in order to vote. Plus now we have lost our privacy to vote for the people you want. Is that why at 11 a.m. only 20 people had lost their right to vote in privacy in the Amissville area ? Frank RMcGhee Jr. Amissville Editor's Note: Several people in Rappahannock County were caught offguard during the last primary election (held June 14) and perhaps some clarification may be necessary in the future. Different states have different ways of handling primaries but in Virginia, you are required by law to designate your party and vote for candidates within your party affiliation. In other states, thyt is not a requirement in a primary election. Section 24.2-530 of the Code of Virginia specifically provides that, in any primary election, “All persons qualified to vote...may vote at the primary. No person shall vote, for the candidates of more than one party. ” Therefore, each voter must tell the Officers of Election at the pollbooks the name of the party in whose primary he or she wishes to vote. Write-in votes for any person whose name does not appear on the ballot are not permitted in a primary (Section 24.2-644) / Down Memory Lane From Back Issues of the Rappahannock News 40 YEARS AGO June 24,1965 A Dinner and Dance will be given at Pine Knot Inn Friday, June 25 for the benefit of the Rappahannock Rescue Squad. A chicken and pig feet dinner will be served from 5:30 until dancing begins at 9 p.m. Music by Hank Johnson. Dinners 75<2 in, $1.00 out. Come one, come all, and help the Rescue Squad. Mrs. Havana Jeffries, Sponsor The Wool Pool proved somewhat harassing this year. For the first time that I recall, there was intermittent light rain and mist. Your scribe had been told the pool would be held unless there was hard rain or, word of cancellation came from Fauquier. There was neither. Got up before day to milk “Two Spots,” fed the dogs, took my wife to her class and was at Culpeper Coop before farmer's started arriving. Had assured a couple early callers (during the shaving process) “yeah, yeah, yeah, the pool would be held for sure, sure, etc.! Got to Culpeper as planned. Ranny Aylor, the first face recognized, bellowed, “What you're doing here Lyne . . no wool pool today according to radio.” Hum ditty la, but I'd been put in the middle which made me boil; temper's highly volatile on such occasions. Blew a gasket. Called to stop producers. Went back to county. Weather was much the same next day. Most everyone planning to pool got their wool there on time. Ruby on phone at office. Me calling the rest of numbers from the Co-op. Wound up with 5054 pounds from Rappahannock from 24 producers. Last year there was 6960 pounds from 26 producers. Sure hate seeing our sheep population declining so fast. Money-making livestock,, these sheep. I know, I know! Have heard a thousand different ways why them. If you are one of those bellyachers, then don't cry to me about not being able to make money on livestock. - W. H. Lyne 25 YEARS AGO June 26,1980 For the twentieth consecutive year, Avon Hall at Washington, home of Mr. and Mrs. William Carrigan, will be the site for the July 4th fireworks display in celebration of Independence Day. The evening celebration, following a day of activities appropriate for a real American homespun Fourth of July, will begin about 5:30 on the grounds around Avon Lake. Prior to the largest aerial display of fireworks ever held here, there will be major activities. - "The Potowmack Ancients", Fife and Drum Corps of Arlington with 25 seasoned troopers under the direction of Dr. Robert Wright will entertain with an hour of music and drills. ... balloon rides over Washington... There's a long, long trail a winding from Houston, Texas to Sperryville - to which Gina and John Sigwald can attest, for they've covered all 1500 miles of it - on bicycles. And, if that isn't enough, they plan to leave Sperryville Friday and add another 1500 miles, back to Houston by way of Orlando, Fla. Gina and John are visiting their aunt, Mrs. Gladys Havstad and Peter in Old Hollow this week. They left Houston May 12 and arrived in this vicinity six weeks later. They went sight-seeing in the Nation's Capital before coming to Sperryville during the weekend. ... Gina said they started out at just the right time, during the strawberry season and they have enjoyed them all along the way, eating them for breakfast and keeping some for supper, storing them in their water bottles. ... 10 YEARS AGO June 21,1995 The Rappahannock Association for the Arts and the Community which sponsored the premiere of Laurie Marshall's "Stories from the Dust in the Comer" this spring, is continuing its support of the project. The National Hospice Organization has invited the production to be presented at its national Conference on Bereavement and Spirituality in San Francisco Aug. 1921. Ms. Marshall and other members of the Song Sweepers will also offer a workshop in the use of storytelling, art and movement in the bereavement process... An open invitation:' For the 34th consecutive year, Mr. William Carrigan extends a Cordial invitation, to the people and Mends of Rappahannock County to spend the evening of July Fourth on the grounds of Avon Hall. Families and groups are encouraged to bring picnic suppers and spread out their blankets and enjoy the variety of activities from the vantage point on Courthouse Hill. Food and drink will also be available at the monument entrance at Avon Hall, sponsored by the Washington Volunteer Fire Department. ... Beginning at 6 p.m., there will be a program of games, entertainment and music, followed by fireworks by the lake in front of Avon Hall. The fireworks are provided by the Town of Washington, and the fireworks show will be produced by Hubert S. Gilkey and friends.

New brain research on mind-bodv link By Michael Ceo, M.A. LPC Special to the Rappahannock News Exciting developments are taking place as a new wave of research highlights the links between the brain the mind and body. Preserving and improving our brain functioning and its connection to our memory, emotional and physical health is much more under our control than previously thought. Dramatic evidence of how this research can benefit us is being shown through colorful pictures called SPECT Scans (Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography) which vividly show parts of the brain lighting up with electrical or biochemical activity. Regions of the brain that are under functioning or damaged are clearly evident. The Scan shows how a living brain is working. What is emerging represents a road map for using nutritional supplements, dietary and lifestyle changes, Yoga breathing, hormone replacement as well as psychiatric medicines to correct biochemical and “hardware” deficiencies that lead to diminished brain function. As brain function is brought back into balance, disorders including: ADHD, anxiety, depression, bi-polar disorder' and memory loss can be relieved. Furthermore, there is evidence that many physical diseases such as: arthritis, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer’s and multiple sclerosis are now being traced to brain chemical or structural dysfunction. We are learning what makes our brains either age or remain youthful. I recently spoke with two of the physicians who are pioneering this research, Daniel Amen and Eric Braverman. Both are heading in similar directions that have promising implications. In Dr. Braverman’s book, “The Edge Effect,” he suggests that we all have a “nature” reflected in one of the four neurotransmitters. These are biochemicals manufactured by the' brain from amino acids that we consume in food. The neurotransmitters govern various brain activities and therefore serve as the chemical language of our brains. We can either be a playful Seratonin nature, a stable GABA nature, a strong Dopamine nature or creative Acetylcholine nature. Since we tend to bum up the particular neurotransmitters that define our nature these tend to require special care and feeding. We can also have deficiencies in one or more of these neurotransmitters. Emotional or environmental stresses over our lives as well as unhealthy diets or difficulties in assimilating what we do eat erode the brain’s ability to manufacture these biochemicals. Remarkably, the brain is a major chemical factory that needs raw materials to do its work otherwise it breaks down. Brain breakdown For example, if someone is a creative acetylcholine nature, you are social, innovative, perhaps charismatic, perhaps an artist or writer. This degree of energetic activity is dependent on an ongoing supply of acetylcholine that the brain must manufacture to support it. Since liver function and the protective sheaths around nerve cells also depend on this biochemical, if it’s being depleted, liver and nerve function is diminished and can degenerate into high cholesterol, Multiple Sclerosis or Cardiovascular disease. BEAM (Brain Electrical Activity Map) evaluations are used before and after treatment to determine it’s effectiveness. Dr. Braverman has actually measured the speed at which particular brains work and how diseases such as dementia and Alzheimer’s show markedly reduced brain speeds. He describes how we can diminish or enhance our brain’s speed. Dr.Amen especially stresses the importance of avoiding head injuries. He describes the brain as being the consistency of custard or tofu. While the skull is quite durable, he claims that head injuries that are often regarded as minimal or inconsequential medically have severe and lasting effect on brain function. He is a strong opponent to sports that involve head contact. His SPECT Scans of damaged brains are downright scary. He outlines his research in his book, “Change Your brain, Change your Life.” A psychotherapy mentor of mine once cautioned me, neither to be the first to embrace the new nor the last to give up the old. This new medical research and treatment approach, while certainly cutting edge is well documented and may become mainstream in the future. Its implications are far reaching. What might we look for in the next ten years? Can't sleep? A fascinating new approach to treating insomnia as well as anxiety and depressive symptoms advocated by both physicians is called Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation. This is a procedure that one can utilize at home with a fairly inexpensive device. It is attached to the wrist and scalp whereby a tiny voltage is used that stimulates the brain to increase neurotransmitter production, correcting imbalances. Dr. Braverman refers to it as the best treatment for insomnia available to date. He invited me to his New York clinic to learn more about his work. I hope to report to you what I will learn in a future column. Natural brain foods When Dr. Amen talks enthusiastically about the next ten years, he suggests that there will be less reliance on psychiatric medicines but more on the use of amino acids which are ' natural foods for the brain to manufacture the neurotransmitters that it needs for optimum functioning. For example, amino acids he might prescribe include: tyrosine, tryptophan or taurine. Other nutrients he might recommend are lecithin or vitamin B-6. He also employs pharmaceutical grade herbal products such as: St. John’s Wort or Valarian in his treatment. I would envision that training in ma ximizing our edge in brain performance would become widespread in corporate, educational and government settings. Imagine our nation’s leaders and those in crucial roles of importance learning to improve their edge, especially under stress. Productivity would increase and conflict might decrease as the emotional undertow of a dysfunctional a brain is healed Visit: www.MichaelCeo.com for more information about his Leesburg counseling and consulting practice. Good news and bad news for Republicans in Virginia's primary elections Dr. James H. Broussard By Dr. James H. Broussard Special to the Rappahannock News At the most basic level, Virginia s primary election was good news for Republicans. Both parties had contests for lieutenant governor, and in that match-up far more people cast Republican than Democratic ballots. With nearly complete returns in, Republicans outpolled Democrats by about 175,000 to 115,000. Although the overall turnout was very low - less than 10 percent of the state's registered voters - the fact that Republicans had a 3-2 edge in primary voters has got to be encouraging for the fall. In addition to the overall results, the Republican gubernatorial campaign ran a “test case” in 100 precincts of its “get out the vote” machinery. By learning what worked well and what did not, the Kilgore campaign will be better able to maximize its “base vote” in November. Conservatives could celebrate the outcome in the hard-fought Republican battle for lieutenant governor, where Bill Bolling convincingly beat Sean Connaughton by 56 percent to 44 percent. This nearlandslide for Bolling belied pre-election estimates that the race would be very tight. Both candidates claimed to be conservative, but Bolling made a point of emphasizing his hard-line anti-tax position while Connaughton pitched himself as the more moderate choice and even made a friendly nod or two toward potential tax increases. But in the highly-publicized effort to punish half a dozen renegade Republican house members, conservatives came up short, and that is bad news for Republicans in the long term. In a generally conservative state like Virginia, Republicans benefit when voters see a clear distinction between the parties on the tax issue. There may be states where supporting higher taxes is a net plus for a political party, but Virginia isn't one of them. When Republicans take a firm and Call540^7^3349 with<your ne^JB tips. V unified stand against tax increases, they nearly always gain more voters than they lose, and the conservative base is energized to show up at the polls. Every time a Republican legislator votes for higher taxes, it makes it more difficult for the party to motivate conservatives to turn out. And almost no liberal voters are won over by a tax-raising Republican, because Democrats will promise even more government spending. That's why the Republican delegates who deserted their party to help liberal Democrats pass a big tax increase last year were'so destructive. They blurred the distinction between the parties and disheartened the Republican base. On primary day conservatives tried to unseat several of the renegades. They did succeed in one case, defeating Del. Gary Reese by a sizeable majority, but failed in five other races. Only two were even close, with the tax-raisers winning by a 55 percent44 percent margin. It may be that having to spend big money and campaign hard, even though winning, will force some of the victorious five to rethink their support of higher taxes. 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Seventh graders on their way By Jan Clatterbivk Rappahannock News Staff Writer Rappahannock County Elementary School students took their first step over the bridge to high school as they celebrated their graduation from elementary school last Wednesday, June 15. Most of the eighty-four seventh graders will continue their education this fall at Rappahannock County High School. At the graduation ceremony, numerous awards were presented, ranging from academic excellence to physical education. Each year the seventh graders are asked to choose a student who embodies the characteristics of one of their volunteers, Liz Ible. Tble loved learning and shared that love with others, she was characterized as kind and generous to a fault. The recipient of the Liz Tble Award exemplifies the meaning of kindness, consideration and the love of learning. “This child worked tirelessly all year to improve their skills in the classroom &nd in sports,” said Ms. Holly Massie. William Wordsworth once said that “the best portion of a good man's life is his little, nameless, unremembered acts of kindness and love.” This year's Liz Tble Award went to Wesley Grant Minder. ‘Second to None’ School principal David Covington remarked, “we have enjoyed an excellent year at RCES because of the leadership displayed by our seventh grade students. They set the tone for a veiy productive school year. We are extremely proud of their academic accomplishments and their performance in chorus, band, athletics, and SGA Leadership. Seventh grade parents have been extremely supportive of school functions, events, field trips and other activities such as PTO involvement at the school. We take our hats off to this group of young people and wish them well as they prepare for the transition to the high school. They will be missed, but the teachers have prepared them well for the new challenges they will face in high school. Our rising seventh grade class will have some big shoes to fill and we hope that they too will rise to the task of creating a school that is Second to None.’ ” Graduate Jacob Racer had this to say about his elementary school days. “RCES has been my school ever since kindergarten. Out of those years, seventh grade has been the best. This year was different from the others. This year was very hard. We could not just breeze through our classes, we were truly challenged by the teachers. They helped us successfully conquer this challenge. We also got to attend Williamsburg on our class trip. That was amazing. We learned more about these four people then we ever would have just in the classroom. They are Ms. Holly Massie, Ms. Natalie Hathaway Ms. Lucy Ann Meayer and Mr. Gerard SMILING FACES: Rappahannock's seventh grade class is all smiles as they look ahead to high school. Frank, I am sure I am speaking for everyone when I say thank you for teaching us at RCES and we will miss you all. Especially Ms. Massie, who will be at a different school system next year. Good Luck!! There are things to look forward to when we go to RCHS. We will have more sports to choose from, and well be able to see old friends again and can make new ones. The teachers at RCHS will help us determine what we will be doing the rest of our lives. I hope they are up to that job, we are a determined bunch! All in all, I am glad that I am a student of Rappahannock County Public Schools.” Another graduate, Conner Miller, is looking forward to a new environment. “I’m glad to be leaving the elementary school and move on to the high school. I have a lot of friends in the 8th grade,” said Miller. At the closing remarks Ms. Massie said “it is not the critic who counts, not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually m the arena, whose face is marred by Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Jan Clatterbuck BIG WORLD: Graduates Travis Edward and Samuel David Torrance are looking forward to a new world in the fall at Rappahannock County High School. dust and sweat and blood, who strives valiantly; who errs and comes short again and again; because there is not effort without error and shortcomings; who does actually strive to do the deed; who knows the great enthusiasm, the great devotions, who spends himself in a worthy cause, who at the best knows in the end the triumph of high achievement and who at the worst, if he fails, at least he fails while daring greatly. All this, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who know neither victory nor defeat.” “Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined.” Later that day, the parents of the seventh grade class had a party for them at The Washington School with a five hand and good food. Everyone had a great time saying goodbye to one era and celebrating the beginning of another. These students have crossed a bridge to a bigger world. Jan Clatterbuck may be reached at jclatterbuck@timespapers.com LOOKING FORWARD: Conner Miller proudly accepts his diploma. Nearly 100 graduate from RCHS UY KICHARD LYKES Special to the Rappahannock News Pomp and circumstance and a few “pearls of wisdom” highlighted the graduation ceremonies at the Rappahannock County High School as some 91 students came forward on Saturday, June 18, to receive their diplomas. As has become customary to set the mood for such a solemn occasion, the prize-winning RCHS band played Edward Elgar’s famous “Pomp and Circumstance,” as well as a selection of other musical compositions. Too close to call While the highest scholastic honor went to Anna Kreyling as -the class Valedictorian, the hon;or of Salutatorian was co-shared -by students Kelsey Hutcheson .and Mattie Nawrocki. Hutheson was active ■throughout her high school years and looks to continue her Anna Kreyling Valedictorian successful student career as she heads off to college “As a student in Rappahannock High School, I have participated in a variety of activities. My senior year I was a captain on the varsity cheerleading squad and also cheered at the 2005 Orange Bowl as part of the NCA All-American squad. This year I was also president of the Bone & Joint Specialists of Winchester, P.C. GRAND OPENING . Wc arc pleased to announce the opening of Bone & Joint Specialists of Winchester, P.C. Dr. Thomas W. Daugherty and Dr. James B. Troup Peter Duncanson, PA-C and Kdli M. Eglinger, PA-C Crystal Lynn Cubbage Received warm applause for her strength of character and perseverance in overcoming difficult physical challenges National Honor Society and participated in the high school band. I recently acted in a role in our school production of “The Princess Bride.” Next year, I will attend The PICK UP YOUR CIRCULAR Packed With Great Sawings In Every Department! oawua can mi m ivtar irena w FltnessQuest ABLOUNGE 2 Tightens and Tones Upper Aps tower AM. and OObques Os run A LUUAIIUN NtAH TUU CALL: 1 -800-ASK-MODELLS Photos by Richard Lykes Rachel Gall Senior Class President College of William and Maiy as a freshman and will be a member of their varsity cheerleading squad. I plan on majoring in Histoiy and going on to become a teacher or attend law school,” said Hutcheson who added, "I am so thankful for all that God has blessed me with: salutatorian, cheerleading, scholarships, my family and friends. The list never ends. I think I figured out why I'm so motivated in everything I do. It's because I'm sc afraid that somewhere down the line I will regret not taking a chance or giving something my best shot. I try to live with no regrets.” Mattie Nawrocki, the other Kelsey Hutcheson Co-Saluatorian co-salutatorian, had an equally stellar high school career. Nawrocki plans to attend James Madison University aiming for a Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy. A member of the National Honor Society, Nawrocki was involved heavily in the music program as a member of the marching, concert and jazz band as well as being a strong athlete participating in volleyball, basketball and track and field. “Living here on a farm all my life has taught me what it means to work hard and to earn my way through life. 1 know that the lesson that I learned here will help me to be success FREE INSPECTION Protect your home. Permanently. 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Applications, rules and regulations will be available at the Fair office Tuesday-Friday. 10:00 a m. — 4,00 p.m Saturday and Sunday 9 a m — 5 p.m. or online at www.warrencountyfair com. All applications must be turned into the Fair office , prior to deadline of July 16“’ at 5 00 p m. A late fee of $5 00 will b^ added after June 25, 2005. 1 A non-refundable registration/sponsor fee of ' $30.00 is required for each contestant. Fairest of Fairs Division - (Male or female division) • contestant must be a resident witl-iln a 50-mile radius of “ Warren County, Virginia Newborn 0-5 months ' Newborn 6-11 months J 1 Year Old ’ 2 Years Old ' 3 Years Old . ■4 Years Old Tiny Miss (5yrs.-7yrs.)* t, ^ Little Miss (8yrs -1 Oyrs. )* * Preteen (11 yrs.-12yrs )* j Jr. Miss (13yrs.-1 5yrs )* Miss (1 6yrs.-22yrs .)* * “Must be resident of Warren Count, < For more information please contact: ■ Director - Sara Brannon (540) 869-3695 ' °tsst. 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School News Photos courtesy of Wakefield Country Day School FRENCH EXCELLENCE: Grace Alexander Wakefield Country Day School Winners of Le Grand Concours 2005 - National French Contest Wakefield Country Day School students did extremely well in this year’s national French Contest - Le Grand Concours 2005. Competing with over 103,000 other students, six WCDS primary school students received commendations for their performance on the National French Exam and were invited to the official awards ceremony in Washington, D.C., which was held May 25, 2005. These students scored in the top 20% within their division: John Morgan Christoph (ranked in top 16%), Sonia Mehta(ranked in top 14%), Sam Nolan (ranked in top 17%), Josh Gressley ranked in top 20%), Danielle Gressly (ranked in top 20%), and three students from Rappahannock County — Alex Foster of Flint Hill (ranked in top 17%), Grace Alexander of Woodville (ranked in top 17%), and Katie Huang of Amissville (ranked in top 4%). Headmaster’s Honor Roll Marguerite Beattie of Woodville (9th grade) and Allison Russo of Flint Hill (11th grade) made the Headmaster’s Honor Roll for the 4th Quarter, having earned a 9.8 average or higher Student named to honor list at Roanoke College SALEM, VA- Local area student David Hamilton Massie of Amissville was named to the faculty's list of honorable mention for the 2005 spring term at Roanoke College. In order to be named to the list, a student must be enrolled in at least four units during the term and earn a grade point average between 3.00 and 3.49 in those courses, with no grade lower than a "C." Roanoke College, the country's second oldest Lutheranrelated college, is an independent, co-educational, four-year liberal arts college. Roanoke is one of just 270 colleges nationwide with a chapter of Phi Beta Kappa, the nation's oldest and most prestigious honor societies. Roanoke's 1,850 students represent 41 states across the U.S. and 25 foreign countries. Area students named to Dean's List at Virginia Tech BLACKSBURG, Va„ June 20, 2005 — The following students enrolled at Virginia Tech were named to the Dean’s List for the Spring 2005 semester. Tb qualify for the Dean’s List, students must attempt at least 12 credit hours graded on the A-F option and earn a 3.4 grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) during the semester. Harmony K Pennington 2428 Wildwood Circle Amissville, VA 20106 Pennington is a graduating senior majoring in finance in the Pamplin College of Business. Justin N. Wesselhoft 3127 Indian Run Road Amissville, VA 20106 Wesselhoft is a sophomore majoring in ocean engineering in the College of Engineering. Amanda R. Weakley P.O. Box 162 Sperryville, VA 22740 Weakley is a junior majoring in political science in the College of Liberal Arts and * Human Sciences. Allyson M. Dodson 2471 Jericho Road Flint Hill, VA 22627 Dodson is a junior majoring in biology in the College of Science. FRENCH EXCELLENCE: Katie Huang HONOR ROLL: Marguerite Beattie HONOR ROLL: Allison Russo Founded in 1872 as a landgrant college, Virginia Tech has grown to become the largest university in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Tbday, Virginia Tech's eight colleges are dedicated to putting knowledge to work through teaching, research, and outreach activities and to fulfilling its vision to be among th6 top research universities in the nation. Local student makes Dean's List at Liberty University Brandon Dawson of Amissville was named to the Dean's List at Liberty University for the spring 2005 semester. Dawson was one of 1633 students at Liberty who earned Dean's List recognition for the spring. Students named to the Dean's List earn a grade point average of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale and carry an academic load of at least 12 credit hours. Liberty University describes itself as a private, Christian liberal arts university in Lynchburg, Virginia. RCES sweeps economics contest By Bill Kossler Rappahannock News Staff Writer Students at the Rappahannock County Elementary school walked away with many of the top prizes at James Madison University's (JMU's) GEM (Global Entrepreneurial Market) Fair that was held on June 2. The fair is funded by the Ewing Marion Kaufmann Foundation of Kansas City. It is the culmination of a year-long economics education program for elementary school students, run through JMU’s Center for Economic Education. Students from each participating school set up “mini-societies” or markets. Within these, they created entrepreneurial companies with actual products. They traded with their own mock currency and competed amongst one another for business. Awards were given for the best entrepreneurs, not just for how well they did financially, but for the effort and thought that went into their projects. Students were invited to submit essays about what they had learned from the experience. Awards were given for the best essays. Rappahannock County Elementary School informs us that out of more than three hundred participants, students Rita Cliffton and Seth Way land won first and second place, respectively. Evan Hitt and Amber Dodson won first and second place for their essays. Bill Kossler may be reached at bkossler@timespapers.com Essay contest winners announced The United Daughters of the Confederacy, Culpeper Chapter #73 are pleased to announce the winners of their essay contest: Grades 1-3: First place, Chris Payne from Flint Hill, is a second grade student at Wakefield Country Day School. Grades 4-6: First place, Hunter Kapp from Viewtown, is a 6th grade student at Culpeper. Grades 7-9: First place, Austin Burdick from Flint Hill, a 7th grade home-schooled student. Second place, Caroline Massie from Amissville, is an 8th grade student attending Rappahannock County High School. Third place, Tyler Burdick from Flint Hill, is a 7th grade home-schooled student. Grades 10-12,: First place, Erin Junior attending Culpeper High School. Jessica Ward, a senior graduating from Culpeper High School, received the Lillian Stonesiffer Scholarship. Congratulations to everyone for a job well done! ESSAY WINNERS: Amber Dodson and Evan Hitt took top honors for their writings. P Football Camp . There will be a football camp held at Rappahannock County High School on June 22, 23 and 24 from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. for 6th grade through 10th grade students 2005/2006). The cost is $25 per participant. Please bring cleats and water. Permission or guardian signature is required. For more information contact Kemp Pullin at (540) 547-2034. Gold Tournament to benefit new Cancer Center Warrenton, Virginia - The Stonewall Ladies League is hosting a golf tournament to help raise money for the Fauquier Hospital Foundation and the Prince William Hospital Foundation. Proceeds will benefit the new Cancer Center being built at the WVPT seeks recipes for ‘WVPT Cooks’ program HARRISONBURG — Submit recipes for your favorite casserole dishes to WVPT—Virginia’s Public Television by July 15 and you could be on television. From the recipes submitted to WVPT,1 “WVPT Cooks” host Tassie Pippert will choose several to be prepared live on air by their contributors. During “WVPT Cooks: Casseroles to Love” airing August 6 at 10:00 a.m. on WVPT, Pippert and special guests will prepare fast, nutritious meals in a jiffy. All of the recipes submitted go into the WVPT Cooks cookbook, which will be available for purchase in August. Send recipes by July 15 to: WVPT COOKS “Casseroles to Love” 298 PortRepublic Road Harrisonburg, VA 22801 NEW LISTING Biackwater Oaks Under towering oaks on a bluff overlooking Blackwater Creek, this unique architect designed home gently reflects its spectacular natural setting. The heart of the home is a dramatic great room w ith exposed beam framing, hickory floors and a large fteldstone fireplace. The w-ell-designed kitchen features cherry cabinets, a sun-filled breakfast area an adjoining screened porch. The large library/office, paneled with solid walnut harvested on the property, is a comfortable, private room, full of inspiration. Adjoing the main wing of the house via a screened breezeway is a two-car garage with a complete two bedroom apartment above. In total, the home features 4 bedrooms and three full baths. The 27 acre property is very private and is partially wooded with about ten acres in pasture along the creek.. $895,000 Cfieri F. Woodard 540.987.9080 Frank Hardy, Inc. Realtors RAPPAHANNOCK OFFICE 257 Gay Street. P. O. Box 102. Washington. VA 22747 PHONE: (540) 675-3999 FAX: (540) 675-3910 www.furniandestate.net entrance of the Stonewall Golf Course in Gainesville. The tournament will start at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, August 23, at the Stonewall Golf Course. Prizes will be awarded to the first and second place women’s, men’s and mixed foursomes. There will also be a silent auction, a 50/50 drawing, and door prizes. Tournament fees are $500 per team or $125 per person if received by July 1, or $560 per team, or $140 per person if received by the entry deadline of July 23. The fee includes cart, greens fee, range balls, breakfast, lunch, goodie bag, special gift and more. For additional information or to obtain a registration form, please contact Missy Good at the Fauquier Hospital Foundation at (540) 347-2550, ext. 3107. Champions Head coach, Richie Burke, is proud of all his players who took home the Bull Run District Tournament Championship for the 2004-2005 school year. Assisted by Fred Naramore and Sarah Burke, the Panthers had a 16-8/9-4 record. At this year's Athletic Awards banquet, Jami Jacobs garnered the Coach's Award while Rebecca Tupper was named Most Valuable Player. Quaint Country Farmhouse on 1.3 acres in Slate Mills area. Three bedrooms, two and a half baths, warm and inviting country kitchen,, and hardwood floors throughout. Large maples and weeping willows in front yard. Offered at $375,000. 1800s Log Cabin moved from Pennsylvania to rest on 2.8 acres with amazing view of Old Rag Mountain. Two floors1 erected under new tin roof. Heart pine flooring from original home throughout. Has power but needs septic and well. Offered at $500,000. Nine wooded acres less than a mile from Shenandoah national 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 $429,000. Beautifully wooded 79 acres. Many building sites, huge trees with picturesque streams. Winter views. Endless possibilities. You have to walk this property to see all it has to offer. Offered at $1,100,000. Madison County Five acres, open and fenced with barns and mountain views. Four bedroom, two baths with full walkout basement. Offered at $540,000. Madison County Very nice first time home or investment property on 4 acres with small stream. Has a two car garage or building can Be used as a work shop. Offered at $270,000 12.5 acres Hicely wooded parcel with river frontage in desirable area of Old Dominion Hunt. Surrounded by larger parcels, some in scenic easement. Meadow by the river with house site overlooking the river. Rock ledge across river provides mini waterfall 8c swimming holes. Offered at $429,000. APPAHANNOCK E AL ESTATE ESOURCES Butch Zindel 540-675-1190 Trish Bartholomew butch@rapprealestate.com tbartl@earthlink.net 03 www.RappahannockRealEstateResources.com

Jr 1 Your Country Property Realtors "The Totten House" Own a piece of history in downtown Sperryville. Sit on the front porch and listen to the Thornton River or take the beautiful mountain views. This pristine, pre Civil-War home rests on a knoll overlooking beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and River. Built, Circa 1830, The Totten House is one of the oldest homes in the Village of Sperryville. Situated on a one acre lot, it offers many conveniences. Stone fireplace in the living room and heart pine floors. On entering the spacious yard, one will find a pavilion (20'x 40'). which can house 3 cars or maybe a family party! There is also a building for storage. The home is approximately 2400 sq ft. 3BR/2BA, Kitchen, DR, LR, Fireplace, cable TV/internet ready, utility room. The zoning is Village Commercial. This property would be a wonderful BfieB, or have an office/business operation. You could just lounge around in this home as your full time residence or a weekend property in scenic Rappahannock County. $449,900 Four lots being offered as 4.38 acres in the Twin Falls Subdivision of beautiful and secluded Riley Hollow. Existing drainfield approved, possible 2 building sites. $329,000 [9 10 wooded acres, privately located, mountains surround you. $125,000 Locally owned and managed. Your Hometown Realtors- www.samsneadrealty.com 540-987-9243 ^ Real Estate Professionals Making Friends For Life , Shelton G. Adams Family in Amissville Shelton Gene Adams, 64, of Catharpin, Va. died on June 16, at Inova, Fairfax Hospital. He was a self-employed contractor and a member of the Elks #2521 of Manassas, Va. for over 31 years. Mr. Adams is survived by his wife Shirley E. Adams, daughter Deborah Thorpe of Catharpin, Va, two sons Gene S. Adams, Jr. and David Adams both of Amissville. Additional survivors include four brothers Warren Adams, of The Plains, Va.,; Robert Adams of Warrenton, Va.; Kenneth Adams of Louisa, Va.; and James Adams of Bealeton, Va. , and a sister Ethel Colburn of Purcellville, Va. Also survived by nine grandchildren. The family received friends Obituaries from 7 to 9 p.m. on Monday, June 20 at Moser Funeral Home, Warrenton, Va. whv. e funeral services were held on Tuesday, June 21. Interment followed in Little Georgetown Cemetery, Broad Run, Va. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 124 Park Street SE, Vienna, VA 22180. Henry S. Leggett 4 months old Henry Senzo Leggett was bom on Feb. 8 and died June 2 of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) He has left behind a grieving family. His parents Eugene Sheldon Leggett III and Kathleen Uston Leggett, his sister Katharine E. Leggett, age nine and his brother Eugene Sheldon Leggett IV, age three. Police Briefs A BMW motorcycle driven in the westbound lane by Christopher Layne, 53, of Manassas ran off the right side of U.S 211 at approximately 5:15 p.m. on Saturday, June 18, striking the guardrail, approximately two miles on the Rappahannock side of Skyline Drive. Layne was driving west, toward Skyline Drive at the time he lost control. Layne was transported, with non-life threatening injuries to Fauquier Hospital and charged with failure to maintain control of a vehicle by Virginia State Trooper Derrick Mauck. Shortly prior to the accident, less them a mile east, another westbound motorcycle sideswiped a motorist's automobile, wrecked, then righted their bike and fled the scene. Because the investigation is ongoing, details are currentlybeing. However, both an eyewitness and police examination of the scene confirm that this and the preceding incident are unrelated. RAPPAHANNOCK OFFICE Brokers of Farms, Estates and Fine Country Property NEW LISTING BlaCKWATER Oaks - Architect designed home in spectacular natural setting. Dramatic great nx>m with exposed beam framing, tieldstone fireplace, walnut paneled library. 4 BDR. 3BTH on 27 acres. $895,000 RAGLAND Farm - 13(>+ acres with incredible views in the F. T. Valley. Long frontage on the Hughes River and a large lake. Mostly open pasture. New 3BDR timber fntme cottage and new farm buildings. $1,795,000 Fair Haven - Completely renovated in 201)4. Unique design with enclosed courtyard and spacious newer wing. Approx. 5,300 finished sq. ft, gourmet kitchen 4 BDR. 4 BTH. 2 half BTH. 15 acres. $1,489,000 Old Stiu hol si; Road - 10 acres in Culpeper Co. w ith commanding views of the Blue Ridge. A solid three bedroom. 2.5 bath log Ikime needs renovatum. $425.(100 Cams os Pii dmost Avtsrh^-Mami crafted log and clanjjiaHil draftsman. J'-^rds tinished. On a 1 + private acre nearWashington, VA. $369,000 MemxjW BROOK Farm - Impressive cedar and stone home on 100 acres overlooking a large lake with magnificent view's. 8 BDR. 6.5 BTH, 7 FP. Includes stables, bams, guest house, tennis court. $2^00,000 KL \.M\(i C hi)AH LA\h - 12 secluded acres near Sperry ville with well designed artisan-built home. 2 bedriKtms. 2 baths, and an ingenious open plan. $569,000 The MlUJ-K House c. 1842 - Victorian house on 17.4 acres. The main house has .7 BDR and 2 lull BA and guest house has 1 BDR and a fireplace. 4 stall barn and outstanding views. $895,000 SUNSET Hi US - 25 acres estate overlooking breathtaking views. Contemporary home with great room, large kitchen/family room. 3 BDR and 4 B I'll. Beautiful landscaping and 8 stall stable. $1,325,000 JiCKSOX Hoi st: - 4.5 acres am] ^ WITm.]. ft. home huiha^iiysjWKQ^iTlRl^VV^ln h bedn V alaige dining/living room, arurwcond kitchen. $549,000 PADVA La\E - Beautifully designed home with many special features on 14 secluded acres - minutes to the Park. Outstanding gourmet kitchen, living dining room, library, office. 3 BDR and 2.5 BTH. $749,000 Wmi’I’OOKW 11.1. M(>l \r\l\ - 33 + wooded acres vyith outstanding views in all directions. It is in conservation easement and well protected but still very convenient to Washington. VA. $575,(HM) 257 Gay Street, P.O. Box 102, Washington, VA 22747 _540-675-3999 www.farmsandestates.net C3 r Preserving the rural character of Virginia through the sound stewardship of property He is survived by his grandparents, Eugene Sheldon Leggett and Clarissa L. Leggett of Washington, Va. and Elizabeth S. Uston of Cleveland, Ohio. Additional survivors include three aunts; Katherine Leggett of Washington, Va., Clarissa W. Bonde of Washington, D.C., and Beth Ann Uston Murphy of Mason Neck Virginia as well as two uncles, Blake Leggett' of Nokesville, Va. And John Uston of Cleveland, Ohio and many cousins. A funeral service was held at St. Albans Church in Washington, D.C. with Rev. Jennings W. Hobson III of Trinity Episcopal Church, Washington, Va. and Rev. Margo Critchfield of St. Albans Church in Washington D.C. The burial was at Oak Hill Cemetery in Washington D.C. Rappahannock home and land transfers this week These Rappahannock County home and land property transfers were recorded in the Rappahannock County Circuit Court Clerk's office for the period of May 27 to June 10. To find transfers in other Northern Virginia counties, visit www.timespapers.com. (Please note that only the first person named as the grantor or grantee is listed.) Hampton Lawrence Finch and wife to Alan Dranitzke: 4.195 acres, $125,000 Paul F. Wiley and wife to Lisa R. Wiley: 2.072 acres, $0 Paul F. Wiley and wife to Travis W. Wiley: 2.125 acres, $0 Piedmont Linda J. Dobson to Daniel Spillman Dodson: 19.195 acres, $0 Jackson Anna Marie Davis to Marie Antoinette Davis-Roman: 3.44 acres, $0 Christopher Parrish and wife to James F. M. Williams: 2.1611 acres, more or less, $400,000 Ernest B. Schwartz and wife to Barbara Jean Schwartz: 5 acres, $0 Stonewall /Hawthorne Barbara H. Auchter and husband to Elizabeth G. Verville: 25.067 acres, $525,000 Joseph L. Chappell to Edward D. Fletcher Jr. and wife: 18.7675 acres, $253,000 Inspiring, Tfuumfits W Randy Minter THE COLORS OF MOURNING If you were to ask Westerners to name the color most associated with death and mourning, they will choose black while people of Asian descent will choose white. Black signifies darkness and the absence of light. White, on the other hand, recalls the color of the bones and the paleness of the corpse. Yet, the line demarcating East from West is not all black and white. For instance, Westerners still fill their graveyards with white tombstones. It is also interesting to note that Chinese tombstones often appear before the death of the person commemorated on the stone. Red lettering indicates that the person is still alive. When the person dies, the letters in the name are repainted white. White flowers are often popular at a funeral, but bright colors are also appropriate. At the MOSER FUNERAL HOME, 233 Broadview Ave., Warrenton, we do everything you wish to honor the memory of the one you have lost. Call us at 347-3431, to set up an appointment. "Difficulties are things that show what men are.” -Epictetus

Who let the bears out? A personal note on the bears we love By Paul R. Farmer Special to the Rappahannock News We have bears. But then you probably do too if you live in Rappahannock County. These are black bears of course, and right now they are hungry. This is not your garden-variety hunger; this is “111 eat the rail off your porch if you forget to leave the bird seed out,” hunger. The bears are not starving, but they are lean from a long winter’s nap and from trying to nurse one, two, or in our case three baby bears, also known as cubs because they are so cute. More than usual it seems, this spring Rappahannockers are reporting bears stealing bird seed off their back porches. Well, we don’t leave any bird seed out (in fact we don’t feed the birds except briefly in the most severe winter weath George W. Glam, Jr. Inc. 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Glaize, Jr. Realtor for details 540-662-5058 er), but we have ants under our rocks, and boy does momma bear love ants! Those rocks are way more than I can lift and took hours to lever into place in carefully dug holes up on our steeply sloped flower garden. Some mornings lately I have found several of the boulders at the bottom of our hill, a few feet from the front porch. ...Drat! I used to think that the best place for ants (and other bugs) was under rocks. Not with bears around! We love our bears and they have never gotten into any real trouble here, unless you count tearing the siding off the house. But their antics (i.e., constant search for something nutritious, or even just tasty) r—-—1—: cause us casual observers to think of them as mischievous. Hence, when one started dislodging the carefully set rocks and stepping stones in the mountain trail I finally started building early this spring— not to mention leaving her scat (Can I say “poop” in a family newspaper?) right in the footway—I got the idea for this little ditty: Who let the bears out, From their winter hibernation, Who let the bears out, To terrorize the nation? Now, I mean “terrorize” in the playful sense we someSee BEARS, Page A10 Newly constructed 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath country home with attached garage, full basement on 4.05 acres just minutes from historic Little Washington and the Skyline Drive, between Culpeper and Sperryville. The property features spring fed stream, and room for a horse. Inside hardwood floors, ceramic tile kitchen floor, gas fireplace, breakfast nook with bay window, rear deck, bonus room over garage. $399,999 James L. Wiley, II Inc. Real Estate 6482 MAIN STREET • P. 0. 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Photo by Joy Lorien BACKYARD BEAR: Rappahannock resident, Joy Lorien, caught this bear on film before their dog, Duke, could scare him away. Bears From Page A9 times used to use it in a more innocent time, before it came to represent all that is evil in the world. For their own good, I try to “terrorize” in turn little bears that get too friendly (For instance, by coming up oh our deck and putting their nose prints on the storm door glass). I want them to fear man and steer clear of human habitation. Bear scare tactics If a bear loses its fear of man, it can lose its life as well. Bears who become habituated to people, or learn to associate food with people, are far more likely to get into life-threatening trouble. So we should never feed bears; never let them get into our garbage, bird seed, or other feed; and in fact it is best to scare them off when they approach our homes. Yelling at bears, throwing up my arms, and even stomping after them has become a routine around here. (Children: Don’t run after bears. Go in the house. Call daddy or mommy to come chase the bears. ... Daddy and Mommy: Make sure the bear is already running away from you if you decide to give chase - and keep your life insurance paid up! Also, PLEASE NOTE: I ani not actually advocating chasing bears and I will not be liable if you are attacked while chasing bears!) By the way, if you put dog r cat food out on the porch for our pet, the bears will come, tnd the ants, and the racoons, and the mice and rats, oven the foxes.) And bear trou ble with bird feeders and pet food is not just a summer thing. Bears sometimes awake from winter hibernation and roam for a snack or two. We once had one show up a few hours before a predicted big winter snow storm, plop down under a black walnut tree in the unclipped meadow out back, and take a two-hour nap before wandering off up the mountain. I guess the bear hadn’t heard the weather report. Paw prose But like I said, we love our bears, and Joy Lorien recently reminded me of this with her own little ditty about bears: Round and round in Nature I go, On mountains high and valleys low, And above all things I love to see, Are those black bears a’running free. Yes, me too, Joy. I especially like meeting up with them nose-to-nose in the middle of the raspberry thicket; me with my raspberry bucket threequarters full and him with raspberry goo all over his snout. At least his breath is improved when the raspberries are in. A bounty of bears It really is spectacular though the way the bear population has recovered in the Virginia Blue Ridge and the piedmont, with the return of eastern forests and the regulation of hunting. Bears need large tracts of relatively undisturbed land. As omnivores they eat most anything: Photo by Paul Farmer PERSIMMON PICNIC: Black bears love fruit and this one has stumbled into nirvana. berries, roots, fruit, grasses, bugs, and road kill. But they are most dependent upon the abundant fall mast (nuts) of a healthy hardwdod forests. Around here that means oak, hickory, beech, and black walnut. Bears need to put on a lot of fat to survive winter hibernation and to nurse cubs bom while they are sleeping. The tree nuts are high in fatty oil as well as protein. The peaches and apples from Rappahannock orchards go a long way toward helping the bears out too. As one master-of-overstatement orchardist here in Rappland once told me, “I don’t so much mind the bears gorging themselves on the fruit, I just wish the 600-pounders wouldn’t get out on the narrowest limbs.” Out hunting merkles this spring, I came across some sprouting, non-green, parasitic plant stalk emerging from the ground. It vaguely resembled the morel but was clearly a different animal—I mean plant. I looked it up when I got back to the house and sure enough, it was squaw root, a spring food for black bears; although I think they prefer peanut Dutter. I also learned this spring that it is impossible to successfully merkle hunt and build trail at the same time. In fact, I learned that it is impossible to successfully merkle hunt, period! (I’m going to try again next year anyway; they just taste too dam good. And other people seem to find them.) Beary unhappy I was putting in trail way YOUR LAND LEGENDARY POWER AND PERFORMANCE PRICED FOR THE RURAL HOMEOWNER 5103 W/ LOADER & CUTTER ’199“ Forth* lint 36 moirihi PER MONTH BRAND 50 HP TRACTOR AS SHOWN $ 19,995 John Deere www JohnD«ere com tSubject to approved credit on John Deere Credit Revolving Plan, a service of FPC Financial, f.s b For consumer use only All introductory payments are Itsed tor Vie t'rst 36 months only After 36 montns. the minimum required monthly payment wall he larger and well he calculated as 20% of the original transection amount wth 7 9% APR. 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Sure enough; a big old crow standing on the side of a tree trunk about six feet up, just like a pileated woodpecker, but doing that crow squawking. Wait a minute; I’ve never seen a crow stand on the side of a tree trunk before! Yep...it was the smallest little baby bear you can imagine, crying for momma. Well, cute as he was, I got out of there! Mom obviously put him in the tree and went off looking for a meal. I'Ve been in this situation more than once before; enough to know that if mom is still within earshot (and she has big ears) she’ll be back pronto and not happy about someone messin’ with her cub! I was worn out from trail building and not finding any merkles anyway. Well, in a few short weeks it will be raspberry pickin’ season, so I better find my pail. I’ve noticed tunnels forming again through the berry thickets. When the tunnels are big enough for me to get through without getting down on all fours, I known the bears have already been well fed and are getting big. They seem to scope out the berry patches well before the berries are set and ripe. My only decision now is whether to wear camouflage Photo by David Yowell BEARLY ENOUGH: “My supper dish is empty,” sighed this hungry black bear on the search for a meal. David Yowell, a neighbor of Paul Farmer's in Gid Brown Hollow, photographed him on Yowell's front porch on the hunt for food. or bright orange. Since bears don’t see too well, I guess it doesn’t really matter. I just need to keep the berry juice off my shirt...those long bear snouts are for super-sensitive smelling! All this writing about good things to eat has put one more little ditty in my head that the children might eiyoy: Feeding the Bears Bears are coming to dinner, * Bears are coming for soup, If you don’t have soup, Sister, put out the pie. Bears will eat corn soup, Brother, but they really like pie, Put out the pie, Sister, with plenty of spice. Bears like a fruit pie, With plenty of spice, If you don’t have spice, Sister, sugar might do. But whatever you do, Sister, put out the pie, Put out the pie, Sister, and then stand by. As bear populations continue to increase in the piedmont and more people move toward the Blue Ridge Mountains, bears will undoubtedly come into increasing contact with people. Hopefully, we will all Photo by Paul Farmer BEAR BISCUITS: Squaw root—flowering parasitic plant that grows on oak roots and, like most anything else, will be eaten by bears. respect the bears as wild creatures of nature, protect their habitats from overdevelopment, and keep our distance, ensuring long life and good health for our bears (and ourselves). Happy bear watching! Paul Farmer is President of, the Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection. Experience the magic of Great Meadow V^l at your neighborhood Giant Food Star* Tickets'now

• Neighbors/64 • Classifieds/B6-B10 June 23, 2005 www.timescommunitv.com Life is a mountaintop of cherries By Bill Kossler Rappahannpck News Staff Writer What could possibly be finer than to go out on a fine June day, to a breezy mountaintop and pick pounds and pounds of sweet ripe cherries in the sun? Picking cherries with Gary Sellers, the charismatic dynamo who founded Cherries-QnTbp outside of Flint Hill. The dnve up to Sellers' thousand tree orchard is not for the faint of heart. A sign at the entrance advises you not to slow down as you gun it up the hill. This is good advice as the rutted roadway is narrow and steep. But the climb and the wear and tear on your vehicle is worth it. And if you have four-wheel drive, then life is gravy. The season is short, but during those few prime weeks, fat bunches of ripe juicy red, purple and yellow cherries hang heavy and shine brightly in the sun, just begging to be plucked and popped into your mouth. As you gaze out over the valley below, you drink in a bucolic landscape painted from a pallet of a hundred shades of green. Old Rag Mountain looks back at you sleepily in the distance, through a blue-gray haze. Winter has faded to a memory, and you can feel the onrush of summer in the warm breeze and verdant aromas of unknown trees and plants all around. For a little while life really can be a bowl of cherries that fills your soul and your belly 'til you are stuffed. Too rhapsodic? Say that Photos by Richard Lykes CHERRIES FROM HEAVEN: Once on top, not only are the cherries heavenly but the view is breathtaking of Old Rag Mountain nestled among the Blue Ridge. after you've spent an afternoon gorging on cherries in the sun and spitting the pits out as you go. Seller's dream If you make it up to Cherries-On-Top, a gregarious, athletic and diminutive man CHINA CHERRIES: Owner Gary Sellers stands by one of several refrigerated trucks used to transport large shipments. Sellers has his cherries traveling as far as China. of seventy, with wild blond hair and a tanned, weathered face full of smile lines will likely greet you. Sellers will gladly tell you the story of his one thousand tree orchard atop a mountain off the Fodderstack, starting long before he arrived in Rappahannock. A lawyer by education, Sellers has been in the busineSs of cherries jS for forty years. Right after law school Sellers pur tnaseu o<*u acres oi land on the North Branch of the Potomac River. Five acres were cherries. That first year Sellers and four lawyers from DC filled out postcards and sent them out inviting people to come and pick. .. --. BUCKETFULS OF BINGS: Filling up a bucket or two is easy to do al Cherries-on-Top Orchard in Flint Hill. “We didn't know if anyone would come,” Sellers recalled. That same year in 1965, Hurricane Elena swept up the coast threatening to wipe out the crop. “It almost hit, but missed and went up and on to Michigan. Then, at six in the morning, we got up and saw a whole line of cars stretching back it seemed like a mile. They picked seventeen tons in the driving rain. I never saw anything like this, and figured the economics... it’s a classic example of 'inelastic demand',” said Sellers. Inspired by this clamorous instance of urban interest in going to the country and picking cherries, Sellers threw himself wholeheartedly into the affair. “I took a year off and lived at that other orchard, lived with the men, got up at 6 every day and planted cherries all year.” But the farm had some built in CHERRYLAND: Cherries-On-Top claims 1,000 trees with 11 different varieties. drawbacks. So Sellers began a quest for the best spot to start a new orchard. “I drove in a range of 500 miles looking for the right soil and terrain. Looking for a place closer to Washington (DC),” remarked Sellers who said that it wasn't a quick or easy search. “It took me fifteen years of driving all around these roads to find a place.” In the end Sellers found what he needed: a hillside plot facing Southeast, with some gravel and soil rather than the ubiquitous Virginia red clay. “See this soil? This used to be a seabed, before the mountains rose,” Sellers lectured as he walked amiably among his many rows of cherry trees occasionally plucking off a bunch to munch on. Some ten years ago, Sellers began his venture here, planting trees, and grooming them for the seven or eight years they need to begin bearing fruit. There are a thousand trees atop the hill, all in dwarf varieties so they're easy to pick. Among the tantalizing varieties are red Bings, black Hedelfingens, blush and yellow Raniers and Royal Annes- and a half dozen more. They're grown naturally, and, while not fully organic, Sellers keeps chemicals to a minimum. He sprays the leaves with a nutrient mix made from seaweed, rather than using chemical fertilizers, for instance. His crop is lush and bountiful. Come up and take a look for yourself. Go down the Fodderstack, turn onto Rte. 641. and follow the signs. You can call (703) 845-1160 or email gary.sellers3@verizon.net to find out when he will be open for business. Oh, and if you know anyone who is shut in, Sellers will give you free cherries to take to them. Bill Kossler may be reached at bkossler@timespapers.com Andrew Lloyd Webber’s ‘The Phantom of the Opera’ will wow audiences By Joanne Hilty Special to the Rappahannock News “The Phantom of the Opera,” Andrew Lloyd Webber’s spectacular stage musical which opened in 1986 and is still running with box-office receipts of $3.2 billion, may be the biggest grossing theatrical event of all time. Webber fans will surely embrace this fabulous film production of “Phantom” starring Gerard Butler as the Phantom (previously in “Dear Frankie”); Emmy Rossum as Christine (daughter in “Mystic River”); and Patrick Wilson as Raoul. Brought to you by The Rappahannock Association for the Arts and Community, the film is showing at The Theatre in Washington, VA, Friday, July 1, 8:00 p.m. Based on Gaston Leroux’s 1911 novel “The Phantom of the Opera,” Christine (Emmy Rossum) is an upand-coming opera star who has taken extensive voice lessons from the mysterious Phantom, who lurks in caves beneath the Opera House. The Phantom loves Christine, but will not allow her to see his scarred face for fear that she will reject him. His goal is to make her a star, but, when he achieves that, he loses her to Raoul, her childhood sweetheart who is now the Opera House’s patron. But, once he realizes Christine has slipped away, the Phantom’s jealousy has terrible consequences. The Rappahannock Association for the Arts and Community will be showing ‘The Phantom of the Opera’ at The Theatre on Friday, July 1 at 8:00 p.m. While there have been several cinematic editions of “Phantom” over the years, this time the goals are different. Lloyd Webber was not striving for shock and horror. Instead, he wanted to emphasize the romance and operatic elements. There is a lot of singing and some whole passages of dialogue are sung rather than recited. Director Joel Schumacher (“Batman Forever,” “Falling Down,” and “Phone Booth”) presents the material in a very straightforward manner. He offers one tremendous visual image, when the chandelier is raised and the Opera House returns to its splendor of 1870. The casting of 18-year-old Emmy Rossum as Christine is right on. See MOVIE, Page B2 Photo by Richard Lykes Grand performance Renowned pianist, Emanuel Ax, performed brilliantly at a recent concert at the Castleton Theatre which is winding down its spring season of benefit concerts for the Chateauville Foundation. Rappahannock audiences were treated last week to a rousing recital of Chopin and Beethoven by Emanuel Ax, one of the world’s most distinguished piano virtuosos. Devoted to chamber music, Ax often appears with major symphony orchestras and performs recitals in concert halls worldwide. This coming Sunday afternoon, guests at the Chateauville Foundation’s last benefit performance before the summer break will be entertained by an acclaimed British duo, Jamie Walton and Daniel Grimwood. Walton is considered one of the best young cellists in concert today and will be joined by Grimwood, another notable young British star of the concert stage, playing the piano. The program will include a cello sonata by Benjamin Britten and several sonatas by Chopin and Rachmaninoff.

gm& » Sg I itjlllfl ' I Church A Activities Shiloh Baptist Pastor: Rev. Michael Tinsley Sr. Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship service 11 a.m. F.T. Baptist Pastor: Dan Yowell Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship 11 a.m. Trinity Episcopal Rector: Rev. Jennings W. Hobson III Thursday: Meditation 7:30 a.m. Sunday: Holy Eucharist 8: 00 a.m. Holy Eucharist 9:00 a.m. Morning Prayer 10:00 a.m. Wednesday: Bible Study & Holy Eucharist 9:30 a.m. Thursday: Meditation 7:30 a.m. Promise Land Baptist Pastor: Herbert Johnson Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. New Hope Baptist Bible Pastor: Carl R. Menefee Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Evening Prayer, Bible Study 7 p.m. First Baptist Pastor: Rev. Dr. Wendell R. Grant Services: First and third Sundays 11 a.m. Church School: First and third Sundays 9:45 a.m. Bible Study: Wednesday 7-8 p.m. April through August 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 Forest Grove Baptist Pastor: Dan Hough Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Macedonia Baptist Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. County Methodist services Rappahannock County Methodist churches will have worship services as follows: Flint Hill at 8:45 a.m., Sunday School at 10 a.m.; Willis Chapel at 10 a.m.; and Sperryville at 11:15 a.m. The Rev. Merlin Shorb is pastor and invites the public. Washington Baptist Pastor: Rev. Phillip Bailey Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Services 11a.m. Adult Bible Study: 7:00 p.m, Wednesday: Mens Discipleshi; Group 7:00 p.m. Chester Gap Baptist Pastor: Rev. Malcolm Cadd Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday Worship 11 a.m. Evening Worship 6:30 p.m. Tuesday: Bible Study 7 p.m. Massanova Pentecostal Pastor: Rev. L. D. Savage * Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Youth 5:45 p.m. Evening Worship 7 p.m. Tuesday: Worship 7 p.m. Hopewell Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Henry A. Townes Associate pastor: Rev. Anna L. Allsberry Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Wednesday: Bible study 7 p.m. New Harvest Christian Fellowship Pastors: Kent. nd Duane Willoughby, Dana Crane Sunday: Praise/Worship service 10.30 a.m. Wednesday: Praise/Worship, Prayer, Bible Study 7:30 p.m. Services at Viewtown General Store Flint Hill Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. James L. Payne Sunday: Worship sen/ice 11 a.m. Gid Brown Hollow Pentecostal Sunday: Sunday School 11 a.m. Second and Fourth Sundays only Battle Run Primitive Baptist Church Pastor, Elder Forest Atwood Meets second Sunday at 10:30 a.m. Praise Fellowship, Amissville Pastor: Gene Nicholson Meeting at 14876 Lee Highway Sunday morning 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Prayer Service 7 p.m. Religious Notes Shiloh Baptist Church revival services Revival Services will be held at the Shiloh Baptist Church in Woodville from June 22-24. Devotions will be 7:30 p.m., followed by the service at 8 p.m. The guest speakers will be on Wednesday, June 22 the Rev. James M. Kilby of Front Royal, Thursday, June, 23 Rev. Greg Mack of Mt. Pisgah and on Friday, June 24 Rev. Marrim Jackson of Pilgrim Locust Grove. New Hope Baptist Bible Church revival services Revival services will be held at the New Hope Baptist Bible Church starting ■ on Sunday morning, June 26 at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m., Monday, June 27 thru Thursday, June 30 at 7 p.m. Evangelist Dr. Floyd Brewer will be the guest speaker. Special music will be provided each night. The church is located at 116 Water St. in Sperryville. Everyone is welcome. Vacation Bible School Woodville Baptist Church and FT Valley Baptist Church will join together in the presentation of this year's Vacation Bible School. The VBS will be held at Woodville Baptist Church from Sunday, July 10 through Wednesday, July 13, from 6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. The theme for ages 3 through 6th grade will be “Beach Blast;” the theme for teens will’ be “The Rambling Road — Decisions and Destin ations” All are invited. To preregister please call 987-8845. Thornton Gap Regular Baptist Church revival services Thornton Gap Regular Baptist Church in Sperryville will have their Vacation Bible School June 27 through July 1 at 6:30 p.m. Each evening. On Friday, July 1 the program will be at 7 p.m. The church invites children of the area to attend. Spaghetti dinner to benefit Matthew Geer There will be a spaghetti dinner, served with salad, bread, dessert and beverage on Saturday, June 25 to help raise funds for Matthew Geer. The event will be held at the Richardsville Volunteer Fire Department from 4:00 - 8:00 pm. Geer was diagnosed with leukemia in April . He spent two months in John Hopkins Hospital in Maryland. Geer is home now, but still has to go back for more chemo-treatments. He is a devoted member of his community serving on the Rescue Squad and Fire Department. Geer is married to Melissa Alther, daughter of Roy and Janet Alther of Sperryville. They are expecting their first child in October. Raffle tickets are being sold for a drawing of donated door prizes. All proceeds will go toward his medical expenses. If you're not able to attend the dinner and would like to send a get-well-card, to Matthew Geer, his address is 26226 Eleys Ford Road, Lignum, Va. 22726. Matthew and Melissa Geer Shenfcjones announce engagement Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Settle of Amissville and Mr. and Mrs. Gary Shenk of Front Royal are very pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Teri Michelle to Benjamin Lane Jones, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ormond Jones of Ellicott City, Md. The bride-to-be is a 1998 graduate of Rappahannock County High School. She is employed as an assistant manager at Fashion Bug in Front Royal. Groom-to-be is a 2001 graduate of Howard Community College. He is employed at Bartlett Tree Experts. A May 13, 2006 wedding is planned. Movie From Page B1 Opera-trained and movie experienced she is a phenomenal talent who carries the movie with an unaffected grace and charm. Nominated by the Golden Globe Awards for Best Motion Picture and Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture Musical or Comedy (Rossum) and for Best Musical Score and Art Direction at the Academy Awards, you will love the dungeons and cellars, the Styx-like sewer with its funereal gondola and the sensational masked ball. Most impressive are the rooftop scenes, with Paris as a backdrop in the snow. This is a fabulous production. The film is rated PG-13 for brief violent images; run time is 143 minutes. Bolen family and friends gather By Wayne F. Baldwin Special to the Rappahannock News In its many and varied forms, whether as above or spelled Bolin, Bolling, Bowlin, Bowling etc., this family whose roots run deeper than the county itself claim the tradition that their lineage can be traced to Pocohantas. We confess we do not have documentation for this but this tradition has passed down through the ages with each generation. We do know that our remotest ancestor was Nathaniel Bolen who was born in 1779. He was married about 1805 to Nancy Scroggins (or Scoggins-born in 1780), by whom were bom four sons; Edward, John Turner, Daniel and Robert, and one daughter the eldest child, Lydia Ann who died early and never married. Nathaniel died in 1870 in his ninety-second year. He and Nancy or Ann, were members of Thornton Gap Baptist Church, residing somewhere near there. Anyone whose Bolen ancestors lived in Rappahannock can trace back to either Edward or John Turner. Incidently, John's descendants choose to use the Bowling spelling, and these settled primarily in the Flint Hill area. Daniel and Robert Bolen seem to have gone west in the mid-1830s and not much more is known of them. Honoring our heritage and respectful of our still living elderly Bolen cousins, on June 4, we had a picnic/cemetery clean-up day. The old family burying ground lies within the bounds of Shenandoah National Park where several generations are interred. Among them being John Henry Bolen (1831-1910) a son of Edward Bolen and his first wife, Mary Bowen. Thirteen friends and family gathered on that morning including Beulah Bolen, Mary Bolen Burner, James F. Bailey Sr., James F. Bailey, Jr. and his wife Mildred Clatterbuck Bailey, Charlie F. and Florine —:—-:— 1-——tttti ir ■ ■ t rf— ■ Photo courtesy of Wayne Baldwin Miss Beulah Bolen P. Baldwin, Wayne F. Baldwin, Russ Scovill, Sandy and James Goodall, Dorothy Kelley. McWaters and Mike Beahm. Miss Beulah Bolen, age 86, of Luray, Va. is the matriarch of the Bolen family whose roots are originally in Rappahannock County. If you are familiar with portraits of Lady Rebecca Rolfe, alias Pocahontas, you no doubt will see a hint of resemblance. After weed wacking and raking last year's leaves, we settled into a repast prepared by the ladies. The senior James Bailey offered the blessing and all dined to their satisfaction. The author of this article also needs to confess. He made a terrible blunder in his notices which appeared in the Rappahannock News, that read “bi-annual”... that should read semi-annual event. Thus, the next picnic will be in October. Last year the condition of Keyser Rim Fire Road was such that our concern for future trips might not occur. After that trip I contacted Mr. Clayton Jordan at park headquarters who referred me to Mr. Dixon Freeland about the road. I was informed that in the spring work would be done. On or about May 14, Mr. Dixon both e-mailed and telephoned me that the work had been completed. Now, speaking for the family, I would like to publicly thank Mr. Dixon Freeland, Shenandoah National Park and any and all who had a part in making such repairs. Our trip was made much easier. 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Photo courtesy of Janet Kerig Past campers weaving baskets Arts and Crafts Camp Arts and Crafts Camp gives children the opportunity to spend a week working on unique projects with a professional artist and percussionist Janet Kerig. The camp is held at the Pavilion located at the Rappahannock County Park across from Little Washington on U.S. 211. The emphasis is on creativity, fun, games and the great outdoors! The multi-media experience includes: tie dye, basket weaving, paper making from plants, watercolor painting, sketching, beadwork, beeswax candlemaking, Cherokee plant prints on scarves, plant identification, nature walks and drumming! The goal of the camp is for children to express themselves freely and to provide an atmosphere that nurtures the young artist, improves their hand skills and gives them the techniques to improve their sense of color, form and materials. I Photo courtesy of Caro! Lucking SUMMERTIME SNOWBOARDERS: The Ski Club dons summer attire. Pictured from left to right are members: Jordan Torrance, Historian; Dustin Torrance, secretary; Tristan Sonnett, vice-president; Windham Lucking, President; and Malcolm Sonnett, Treasurer. Thinking about snow By Carol Lucking Special to the Rappahannock News Rappahannock became home to Virginia’s first 4-H Ski/Snowboard club this year when an enthusiastic group of twelve teens began meeting this past December. Drawn together by their passion for downhill skiing and snowboarding, the club met with leader Carol Lucking monthly to formalize the club, establish its goals, and educate themselves on careers in the snow industry. Officers were elected in January and weekly excursions to Massanutten began throughout the snow season which ended mid-March this year. The club will have a booth at this Saturday’s Rivers and Roots Festival in Sperryville and will raffle off a set of donated Rossignol skis and poles to begin fundraising efforts to help offset the cost of a club trip to Snowshoe in West Virginia this winter for a more challenging experience. For more information on 4-H, Carol Lucking can be reached at 987-9556. Email: spydermountain@yahoo.com. Impact of War What was it like for the people living along the Little River Turnpike (the John Mosby Highway-Route 50) during the turbulent years of the Civil War? Participants of the newest Mosby Heritage Area Association’s program, Impact of War, are lead on tours that focus on the Civil War in the areas of Aldie and Atoka. Interpreters will be at Mount Zion Church on Saturdays from 10am to 6pm to give tours of the church and John Singleton cemetery, rich in Civil War history. The Mosby church was one of the rendezvous places for John Singleton Mosby; battles were fought around and near the church; and the building served as a hospital and burial ground for Confederate and Federal soldiers. Incorporated in the tours are stories of the people who lived in the area and the soldiers who marched past the church. On Sundays from 10am to 6pm interpreters will be at the Rector House in the village of Atoka (4 miles west of Middleburg along Route 50). This too was a rendezvous place for Mosby, and the site where Mosby signed the original orders creating the 43rd Virginia Battalion. The Battle of Aldie, Middleburg and Upperville, fought along the turnpike, is interpreted on a two-mile walk from the Rector House to Goose Creek Bridge. This walk will be taken at 3pm in the afternoon. This program will continue through the summer with the last program at Mount Zion Church being given on August 20, 2005 and the one at the Rector House on August 21, 2005. The program is free to the public. For further information contact the Mosby Heritage Area Association at 540-687-6681 or email them at info@mosbyheritagearea.org. Upcoming Events Upcoming Events Notice All submissions in Upcoming Events must be received by 3 p.m. on Fridays in order to be included in the next edition of the paper. For e-mail, send to Jan Clatterbuck at jclatterbuck@timespapers.com June 23, 30: Furry Thursdays at the Bleu Rock Inn Bleu Rock Inn and RAWL will present a summer-long concert series to benefit Rappahannock Animal Welfare League. Thursdays 6 p.m. to 10 p.m, rain or shine. All ages, free admission, donations to RAWL greatly appreciated. June 23: Aplus (unique originals and covers) June 30: 6 p.m. Brooke Parkhurst and 8 p.m. Michael Rand (Decca recording artist performs clever versions of classic oldies) Come on out, listen to music, relax with friends, and support the animal shelter. The Bleu Rock is located in Washington VA, on Rt. 211 (12567 Lee Hwy.) across from the high school. For more information contact, Jim McCullough at 987-3190 June 25: Bluemont presents Mark Newton The Bluemont Concert Series is proud to present the Mark Newton Band on Saturday, June 25th at 7:30 p.m. for the second of ten Saturday evening performances. Due to construction activities at the new Fauquier Courthouse building, Bluemont concerts are relocated this season to the Old Shadow Lawn facility at 73 Culpeper Street between Franklin and Lee streets, one block south of old Warren Green in downtown Warrenton. Admission is $5 per person, $4 for Bluemont Friends and seniors, $1 for kids under six; proceeds go to support Bluemont’s year round Artist-InEducation Programin area schools. Mark Newton will also participate in Bluemont’s Healthcare Outreach Program by performing for the residents of a local healthcare facility. Mark Newton, a Stafford Virginia native, has been on the cutting edge of bluegrass for over two decades. Since his emergence on the bluegrass scene as a founding member of the legendary Virginia Squires twenty years ago, Newton has acquired a national following and critical acclaim for his innovative style and smooth vocals. Joining Mark Newton are Clay Hess on mandolin and flat-picking bluegrass guitar, Thomas Wywrot on banjo and guitar, and Beth Lawrence on bass. Join them for a night of world-class bluegrass. Plan to bring a lawn chair or a blanket to sit on. A local community group will provide homemade refreshments as a fundraiser for its programs. Door prizes donated by local merchants will be awarded during the intermission. Pets, alcohol and smoking are prohibited at all Bluemont events. In case of bad weather, the concert will be held at the Taylor Middle School auditorium. For schedules, directions and visitor information contact the Bluemont office at (703) 777-6306 or visit www.bluemont.org. June 25, July 9: Blooming daylilies and hosta Long Mountain Nursery will open for the daylilies that have started blooming. The hostas are blooming as well. If you wander through the nursery, you might just find an exotic late blooming azalea that catches your eye. For those of you who can make it, the nursery will be open on the following Saturdays from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. If these times prove inconvenient for you, please call the nursery (540) 675-3707) and they will work out something. The dates are Saturday, June 25 and July 9. The nursery will be closed on Saturday, July 2. June 17, July 15, August 12: Dressage Schooling The Old Dominion Hounds Pony Club is organizing a series of Friday evening dressage schooling shows this summer at Windsor Lodge Farm, Flint Hill. The dates are June 17, July 15, and August 12. The shows will run from 4 p.m. to dusk, with food available on the show grounds. Series championship to be awarded. For entry forms and information, email lesleyarnold@hotmail.com, or call Lesley Arnold on (540) 636-2344. June, July: Red Cross Blood Drives 6/27 from 12 noon to 6 p.m., at WalMart Super Center, Culpeper 7/12 from 12:30 p.m. to 6 p.m., at Culpeper Community Drive, at Culpeper Baptist Church 7/19 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Culpeper Regional Hospital 7/19 at 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., at Madison Jaycees Community Drive, at Madison Rescue Squad Building Your blood saves lives! Please mark your calendar and plan to donqte. Remember to drink lots of fluids — water or juice are best - the day before, and the day of, the blood drive. Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and fatty foods. To give blood, you must be generally healthy, 17 years of age or more, and weigh at least 110 pounds. For further info, call the Red Cross at 825-8611. June 25: Rivers and Roots Festival On Saturday, June 25 the "Rivers and Roots Festival" kicks off a day long celebration of Rappahannock agriculture and the environment. Cowpie bingo, Missie the International Champion Jumping Mule area farm and garden programs, exhibits on alternative fuels, watershed initiatives and environmental protection a packed line up of hands on learning experiences, all offered against a backdrop of homegrown music ranging from blues to bluegrass and beyond, and served up with a heaping helping of organic burgers, chicken and sides. Proceeds benefit Rappahannock school music programs. Performers include "Calypso-grass" favorites, Eddie From Ohio, plus Catfish Hodge, the award winning RCHS concert and jazz bands and more. Admission is free until 5:30 p.m., $10 evening admission for adults $5 for kids 10-17 kids under 10 listen free. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. The fun begins at noon at Sunnyside Farms @ the Schoolhouse Volunteers are needed. See www.riversandroots.com for more information on artists, exhibits or volunteering. June 24-26: Ki Theatre Life Stories Workshop Kick-Start your writing this summer with a Ki Theatre Life Stories Workshop. Taking place in Washington, VA on June 24-26, Obie award-winning playwright, actor, director and master teacher, Julie Portman presents a 3-day Introductory Course for people of all backgrounds, ages and writing experience. Participants learn to write creatively and freely and experience the joy of listening and being listened to. It is an amazing and rewarding experience. Call 540-987-3164 or email Julie@kitheatre.com for additional information." June 25: “Stories Run Through Us” On Saturday, June 25 at 8 p.m. Ki Theatre will present, “Stories Run Through Us” at Ki Theatre in Washington. The production, which played last year to standing room only crowds, features an exciting array of short stories written by local authors and adapted for the stage and directed by County residents Joyce Abell and Patty Hardee. The evening is inspired by writing done in Julie Portman/Ki Theatre’s Life Stories Workshops. This year’s stories are written by Rappahannock writers Jane Coon from Woodville, Nicole Espinola, a young author who attends Rappahannock high school, Melanie Kopjanski from Boston and Sharon L. Davie from Charlottesville. The plays star area actors. Tickets are $12 and reservations may be made by calling the theatre at 540-987-3164. June 25: Coppage-Woodard Reunion It’s time to get together. Please plan to come to the Coppage-Woodard family reunion planned for Saturday, June 25 starting at 11:30 a.m. At the Washington Fire Hall. Everyone is welcome. Contact Louise Woodard at (540) 675-2041 for details. June 26: RCCA Board Meeting Rappahannock County Conservation Alliance (RCCA) Board Meeting to be held on Sunday, June 26 at the library beginning 5 p.m. RCCA members and the public are welcome to attend. June 26: Weaver, Butler, Thornhill Reunion The Weaver-Butler-Thornhill reunion will be held on Sunday, June 26 at the Rappahannock Recreation Park on highway 211 in Washington. Come and bring a covered dish. Lunch served at 1 p.m. June,July, August: Arts and Crafts Camp Arts and Crafts Camp will be held Monday through Friday 9 a m. to 3 p.m. Session I starts on June 27 Finishing on July 1 and Session II runs from July 11 through July 15. Session III is August 8 to August 12. The cost is $150 per session. For registration call (540) 9878670 or email artsandcraftscamp@yahoo.com June 28: Oriental Dance Oriental Dance classes with Charmaine Lee A new series of four classes will begin Tuesday June 28 open especially to beginners. It's at Belle Meade on Route 231, six miles south of 522 at 6 p.m. The cost is $60 for the series and $18 drop-in. Call (800) 578-6678 or visit synergydance.com for more information. July: Seeking young ladies Flint Hill Volunteer Fire Department is seeking young ladies between the ages of 1-21 to compete 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 garnival in July For more information call Karen Williams at (540) 635-4673, leave message. June 29: Rappahannock Free Clinic closed The Rappahannock Free Clinic will be closed on Wednesday, June 29 at the Rappahannock Health Department in Washington. The clinic will be open on Wednesday, July 6, Wednesday, July 20 and August, 3, and August, 17 but will be closed on August 31. Patient registration is 5:30-6:30 p.m. For more information, call the clinic at 675-2525 or 347-0394. July: Christmas at Gray Ghost Vineyards Throughout the month of July, Gray Ghost is hosting a food drive to benefit the Culpeper Food Closet. Any food or monetary donation enters you in a drawing for tickets to Gray Ghost’s Holiday Open House! Winners will be contacted by phone ahd the tickets will be mailed. Gray Ghost is located at 14706 Lee Highway in Amissville and can be contacted at (540 937-4869. Come see a spectacular fireworks display at Graves' Mountain Lodge on Monday, July 4 . Fireworks begin around 9 p.m. Donations benefit Madison County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Squad. For more information, call (540) 923-4231. July 8: Smokehouse Winery On Friday, July 8 the Smokehouse presents an acoustic evening in the Mead Hall featuring: Dawg Mung Dulcimer-interpretations on stringed box Kristin Sweetland, Canada’s own folk sweetheart. Other talented local acts to be confirmed. To Brag about.... our BRAGGOT will be available that night in both the current dry version as well as a sweeter version and possibly a ‘Barrel Aged’ version might be available for sampling. Stay with us here at our cabin this summer, we still have some open weekends this summer for a quick getaway, so give a holler to the holler. The county is a buzz this summer with local music from pickin parties to Blue Rocks Thursday jams (6-10) to Rude Rock Fests (next is Sat. the 9th of July)..think Thurs/Fri/Sat that week!! We will announce more music here soon as well. July 30: Tasting at Gray Ghost Vineyards Vertical Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot Tasting at Gray Ghost Vineyards on July 30, at 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Black-tie optional evening features Gray Ghost Reserve Cabernets and Merlots, gourmet hors d’ouevres and discussion. Reservations required. $69 per person plus tax. Gray Ghost is located at 14706 Lee Highway in Amissville and can be contacted at (540) 937-4869. August: Sperryville seeking contestants The 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. Tuesday evenings: GriefShare seminar GriefShare, evening group weekly seminar for those grieving a death; Tuesdays, 7:30-9 p.m., Spiritual Care Support Ministry Center, 76 West Shirley Avenue, Warrenton; non-denominational group; all ages welcome; Chaplain Liz Danielsen 540-349-5814. Tuesdays: Noon prayer hour Community Prayer Hour, Tuesdays, 12 noon to 1 p.m., at Spiritual Care Support Ministry Center, 76 West Shirley Avenue, Warrenton. Nondenominational. Come for prayer. Chaplain Liz Danielsen 540-349-5814. Wednesday daytime Grief Share seminar GriefShare daytime group, weekly seminar for those grieving a death, Wednesdays, 10-11:30 a m., spiritual^ Care Support Ministry Center, 76 West Shirley Avenue, Warrenton; non-denominational group; all ages welcome; Chaplain Liz Danielsen (540) 349-5814. Quest Movement Arts Center Quest Movement Arts Center of Sperryville announced their Spring Schedule of Classes Mondays: 6:30 am. earlybird Nia/yoga 5:30 p.m. Nia 7 p m. yoga, Wednesdays: 9 a m. yoga 10:30 a m. Nia 5:30 p.m. Nia 7 am. yoga, Thursdays Synergydance with Virginie5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., Fridaysparent/child creative yoga 11:15 a.m. to 12 noon (beginning mid April. Last Sunday of the month- Dance your Prayers-Five rhythms authentic movement 11 a.m. to 12 noon. Upcoming workshops to be announced. For more information, call Kim (540) 660- 2060, or (540) 364-9299.

A fish tale ... and a big cat They are not called great northern pike for nothing. They fight like the dickens, are meaner than snakes, and will take a chunk out of your finger with no remorse whatsoever. And the larger ones are such a thrill to catch, I put almost every one of them back to fight another day, except when I want some of the best tasting fresh fish you every sunk a tooth into, or when you finally, finally, get the one you have wanted for a long, long time. I have some wonderful friends in a beautiful little place called Shining Tree, Ontario, several hours north of the old nickel mining capital of Sudbury, up highway 144. Brandon and Cindy Baker, two of the hardest working and nicest people you will ever meet, run a fishing and hunting and snowmobiling outfit called Three Bears Camp. They are outfitters, in the truest sense of the word. I try to get up there for a week every year that I can. To give you an idea how far into Ontario it is, if you are driving, as I do, when you get to the Canadian border, you are only about half way there. Or, as the Canadians so beautifully put it, “Going to the bush, eh?” A couple of years ago I was scheduled to go in June, and a nasty thing called a pulmonary embolism just about put my lights out permanently. But God or his evil twin was playing catch and release that day, and after about a week in intensive care they let me out to live the rest of my life. And then last year, we made the break from Fairfax to Tiger Valley and then from there, finally, back to Flint Hill and I didn’t get to go that year, either. This year I made up for that. Remembering Stupart My brother, M.H., and a number of his buddies from the Flint Hill area starting going to Canada in the 1950s. Some friend owned or leased a little two room cabin on the side of the Canadian National Railroad track, and they would make the pilgrimage every year or so. At that time, they drove north as far as they could, to the town of Capreol, and from there, loaded all their gear on a train. At mile post 52, where a small, faded, white sign with crude black letters announced that you were in Stupart, the train stopped just long enough for them to unload their provisions. They would buy a block of ice from the conductor, and about the middle of the week, when the train came throughagain, he would throw off another block of ice. The train didn’t slow down for that, and sometimes they had to walk up and down the track looking for their block of ice to put in the bottom of the icebox. There, in the middle of the northern wilderness, where no one lived, were two small cabins. That was Stupart. That’s all that was there, save for a little shack by the railroad track where CNR kept some hand tools and grease and oil for the train and to work on the track. M.H. and his friends had the use of one of the cabins. I was fortunate enough to make that trip twice. It was a wonderful, desolate, isolated place. There was no running water, no electricity or anything like that to complicate the serene beauty of the place. We fished all day, cooked on a wood stove and went to bed when it got dark, or sat by an oil lamp. I remember thinking that this must be what heaven is like. On my first trip to Stupart, with my three brothers, in about 1970, we were returning to camp after a long day of fishing in the southern end of Lake Deschenes, in two boats: M.H. and I were in the lead boat. He was in the back, running the motor and trolling with a huge red and white spoon. We were less that a half mile from the take out point, and had to pass through a deep channel, with the shore on the right and some large, flat rocks on the left. Just as we were coming out of that channel, and about the same time his lure was deep in the middle of the channel, his fishing rod bent over double. He thought he had hooked another log or some other piece of Canada, but when he cut the motor and got the rod under control, he shouted, “It’s a fish!” And what a fish it was. Pike power Pike do not often surface Flint Hill Richard Brady, 675-3754 richardbradyl@ juno.com when they begin to battle. This one apparently wanted to show his antagonist just what he was up against. The fish made a couple of swirls at the top of the water and I could not believe what I saw. M.H. immediately started to yell to Charles and Robert in the other boat to hurry and get up close enough to see this fish before it got off, because he surely knew he would never get it in the boat. We were ill-prepared for a fish such as this. In those days, many of us did not have a lot of what is now called disposable income. And for that particular brother, if he had had an excess of disposable income, he probably would have bought another carburetor for his hot rod Ford. What I’m trying to say is, the rod he was using should have been in some fishing museum years ago, and the old, black, braided line had long since seen its better days. But, sometimes, the fishing gods smile on you. And so it was, when that fish finally came close enough to the boat, probably just to get a better look at us, his little brother, some 17 years his junior, and on his veiy first trip to the great north, deftly got the too-small net over the toobig head of that aquatic monster and deposited him neatly in the bottom of the boat. And no matter what else you believe, believe this: a big fish in the boat is a thing of joy forever. That was 1970. Most men in those days were not given to what the young folks of today call PDA. For those uninitiated in the jargon, that’s “public displays of affection.” Nevertheless, I was quite certain my oldest brother was going to kiss me. Fortunately for me, he was satisfied with thanking me profusely for the rest of the trip, for getting the fish in the boat. You would have thought I had presented him with the keys to Fort Knox. I still have the picture of the Good fishin’ at Three Bears Camp in Shining Tree, Ontario pike on a stringer, hanging over the disheveled screen door of the old cabin in Stupart. Someone had brought along something in a big round bottle for snake bites with a name like Old Grandfather, or such, and they, rather unceremoniously, I might add, put the bottle in the mouth of the pike, and the only thing sticking out was the cap. (Years later, I found out there are no poisonous snakes that far north, but, for some reason, they still brought along the medicine, just in case.) The fish was 40 inches long and weighed 10 pounds. Most 40-inch pike, it turns out, will weigh somewhat more than that, say 15 to 17 pounds. I know of at least one 40 inch pike that weighed 20 pounds. That fish is on the wall of The Bear’s Den at Three Bears Camp. Nevertheless, M.H.’s pike remains the biggest fish that anyone that I knew of had ever caught while staying at Stupart. Here kitty, kitty... A few years later, I made another trip to Stupart, my last. There were no 10-pound pike caught. The most exciting thing I recall about that trip was the sighting of a cougar. There was no doubt what it was. The body of the animal was 4 to 5 feet long, and its long bowed tail was as long as its body. It was walking along the shore on a log. We all saw it. We had no idea there were cougar in that part of Canada. We were within a half mile of where M.H. had caught his big pike. We couldn’t wait to get on the train to tell the local folks what we had seen. We would have had more credibility if we had told them we were visited by little green men in flying saucers. “Nothing like that ‘round these parts. Must have been a lynx, eh?” They rolled their eyes. At the time, I was working for the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, and it was shortly after the passage of the Environmental Protection Act. When I returned from that fishing trip, I paid a visit to Dr. Ron Ballard, Director of the Environmental Specialists Division. Ron had world-class biologists, terrestrial ecologists and every other type of ologist you could think of on board, and they were very good at what they did. Ron listened to what I said, and pulled out a map of the area where we had been fishing. He overlaid the map with a transparency showing the expanding range of the cougar. The edge of that range passed through the southern end of Lake Deschenes. The illusive cougar Last week, while I was sitting in The Bear’s Den at Three Bears Camp, being treated for snakebite, Brandon Baker told me that some years ago he had seen a cougar, not far from Three Bears Camp, and that others with him had seen it as well. Brandon spends his life and earns his living in the great outdoors of northern Ontario. He knows more about the natural fauna of Ontario than anyone I know. He knew what he had seen. I told him my story of the sighting of the cougar at Stupart, less than 30 miles from Shining Tree, as the crow flies. Seated at the same table with us was one of Brandon’s oldest and dearest friends, an official of the Ministry of Natural Resources. We would call him the game warden. He listened to both our stories. He rolled his eyes. That concludes Part 1 of the fish tale and the lynx with the four-foot tail. The fish tale continues at a later date. Bee-thinkin’ Concerning the article I wrote a couple of weeks ago about the swarm of honeybees, I received a great email from Ann Harman of the Northern Piedmont Beekeepers Association and a certified teacher of beekeeping. Ann writes that the swarm I encountered was gentle because the bees had fed on honey before leaving their hive and therefore felt quite peaceful. (I’m wondering if it works with people.) Seriously, Ann said they had left their hive and had nothing to defend, and were simply waiting to find a new home. The part of her email that I liked best was that she said the drones, the made bees, are very important to the colony. They are responsible for the morale of the colony. A colony without drones is a colony that does not function very well. I just knew those lazy males were good for something. She also said that the queen lays 1,200 to 1,500 eggs a day, not 3,000 to 4,000. Thanks, Ann. Saying goodbye to Rev. Shorb And finally, don’t forget to join the community on Sunday at 10 a.m. at the Flint Hill Methodist Church for Rev. Shorb’s final service. Following the service, there will be a pot luck dinner at the Sperryville Fire Hall. Please join us as we pay tribute to Merlin and Joy Shorb and wish them the very best in a well-deserved retirement. Until next time, stay well, and keep fresh line on your fishing pole. June honors the dairy industry, Dads and grads The month of June is claimed by grads, dads and brides as their month. Also June is claimed by the dairy industry in its own honor. “Triple play with three a day” is the theme for this year, which serves as a reminder to everyone to get three servings of dairy products every day. Last year in the state of Virginia over two hundred million gallons of milk were produced. So don’t just stop with a glass of cold milk, but add cheese and ice cream to your daily intake. At graduation exercises for Culpeper County High School, when over four hundred seniors marched the aisle to receive diplomas, one of our young men, Mike Frazier, had achieved the honor of co-salutatorian. He is the son of Michael and Diane Boston Marie F. Atkins | 987-8802 Hitt Frazier, and resides on O’Bannon Road here in Boston. He plans to enter the University of Virginia this fall. Any graduate of Madison High School of the class of 1980 living in our area call Freda White at (540) 948-6296, as a reunion is being planned. Sympathy is extended to the family of Mr. Robert Murphy Dodson, who passed away on Friday at Overlook Care Center in Warrenton. Car and Bike Show fans are invited to the show in downtown Culpeper on Monday, July 4, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Wedding anniversary wishes go out to cousins, Roger and Linda Fayaw who celebrate on Tuesday and to Jake and Nancy Robinson who observe another year together Saturday. • Thoroughfare Church of Reva Way will be hosting a Downtown Southern Gospel Concert on Sunday, June 26 beginning at 7 p.m. Congratulations to George Puryear who has graduated from Woodberry Forest School and will be entering Princeton University in the fall. Guests in the Joe Peregory home during the week have been Matthew, Mark and Karla Bragg, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Early [.Deadline limes Community Newspapers will be closed on Monday, July 4th, 2005 p ■ 1 July 4th Holiday Deadline Schedule: Publication Date: Wednesday, July 6th, 2005 i Deadline Date: Friday, July 1st, 2005 Deadlines: Real Estate: Friday, July 1st @ 11:00 a.m. Employment & Horse & Farm: Friday, July 1st @ 4:00 p.m. ’laces of Worship & Your Community Directory: Wednesday, June 29th @ 12:00 noon To Place Your Ad Call: 703.777.1110 or 1.800.852.4797 Fax: 703.689.1278 Fauquier Businesses and Residents Calh 540.347.4222 Fax: 540.349.8676 Or Email Inquiry to: Classifieds@timespapers.g|m ^ NORTHERN VIRGINIA Peregory of Front Royal, and Johnny Bragg of Culpeper. Camp meetings are in progress all this week. They began Monday at Massanova Pentecostal Campgrounds with Randy Webb, of Richlands, a guest speaker. Congratulations to Miss Kendra Hitt who was among the graduates at Rappahannock High School on Saturday and received several scholarships. Birthday greetings of the week are extended to Michael Heflin on Tuesday, Cliff Racey celebrates on Thursday, nephew Christopher Frazier adds a year on Saturday and cousin Della Fincham observes her day on the twenty first. Happy anniversary to Gary and Michelle! Congratulations to Gary and Michelle Schwartz of Washington, owners of Heritage House and The Ice House, on their 13th wedding anniversary. The Schwartz’s celebrated by heading off to Las Vegas to renew their wedding vows. The ceremony will be performed by an Elvis Impersonator. Hope all you dads had a wonderful Father’s Day. The community would like to welcome George and Agnes Spicer to Rappahannock County. The Spicers have a retreat in Harris Hollow. Mark your calendar, plan to go and hear the Ageless Wonders, a group from Lynchburg, who will be at Washington Baptist Church on Sunday, June 26, providing an inspirational program of worship during the 11 a.m. service. Happy belated birthday to Nina Shepardson, our clerk at the Washington post office. Washington (Jan Clatterbuck 675-3338 |jclatterbuck@ timespapers.com Shepardson’s birthday was on Saturday, June 18. Calling all boys and girls ages 6-12 Arts and Crafts camp will be at the Rappahannock See WASHINGTON, Page B5 Social Security Disability Claims • Disabled? Turned Down? • Over 37 Years Experience • No Recovery - NO FEE Announcing our new location in Culpeper... 14115 Lovers Lane 1 Culpeper Business Center EarlJ. Oberbauer, Jr. Attorney At Law 540-829-6900 • 1-800-434-3059 FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION Providing Affordable, Quality Legal Sendee* Since 1975

Washington From Page B4 County Park in Washington. There will be three Monday to Friday sessions, running from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The planned dates are June 27-1, July 11-15 and August 812. Tuition is $150 for one child, but additional siblings are $50. Children bring lunch, snack and drinks plus a cotton t-shit to tie dye. For more information call, Janet Kerig at 987-8670. email: arts andcraftscamp@yahoo.com What a great way to spend the summer. Here’s a thought for today Life is as beautiful as your thoughts will let it be. We are positive thinkers. This day and every day our minds are filled with positive thoughts creating a beautiful and positive life for us. Let’s relax and imagine ourselves filled with positive thoughts. In our mind’s eye we can see ourselves surrounded by a blanket of light which only allows positive thoughts into our consciousness. Let’s imagine going through the day thinking positive thoughts and experiencing the wonderful and beautiful reality these thoughts create for us. We can see the positive responses from other people that our positive thoughts attract. Let’s combine these images with the feelings of joy and let them go, knowing that they will create the good things we' are visualizing and thinking. Proud grandmothers Mae Racer and Anna Huff, both employees of the Country Cafe in Washington, are proud of Zachary Huff for receiving nine awards in the school year. He will go to the fifth grade in the fall. His brother Austin received one award. Zachary and Austin are the sons of Danny and Hope Huff in Sperryville. Keep up the good work boys! Mom’s and dad’s don’t forget the Amissville parade tonight starting Zachary Huff at 7 p.m. Also, on Friday, June 24 will be the crowning of the Honorary Fire Chief Queen and on Saturday, June 25. Grand prizes will be awarded. Be sure and get your ticket for the July 4 fireworks show at Great Meadows in The Plains. Cost is $30 and the gates open at 4 p.m. Fireworks start at dusk. Tickets are available at the Rappahannock News in Washington, Va. * Democratic delegate Rappahannock CoCinty resident Jim Blubaugh who is running for delegate in the 15th District which includes the counties of Rappahannock, Page, Shenandoah and Rockingham greeted some 40 supporters at a recent rally in Little Washington. Blubaugh vowed to uphold small town and country values and fight for strong schools, more and better jobs with health benefits, better control over unplanned growth, fiscal responsibility in the state government in Richmond, more open land for fishing and hunting, and cleaner air and water for our state. He also announced that his new website for delegate (www.rappdems.org/jimblubaugh) - is now online. Photo by Richard Lykes BUILDING SUPPLIES CHERRY STREET BUILDING SUPPLY CORP. 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We win not knowingly accept any advertising tor I •state which is in violation of the law All persons are f by informed that a* dwellings advertised are available on « ADORABLE SMALL NEW effic. apt, ideal for single teacher, psychology / social worker, landscaper^ nurse, writer, scholar, 15 mins from Culpeper & Sperryville, No pets, $650/mo includes utilities, 540-547-4465 Apt. near 166 For 1 quiet person. Furnished & carpet, kit, BA, Ig. LR, BR, patio. No pets/ smoking $650/mo includes utils. 540-364-3348 ASHBURN- 1 BR. Eff Pool membership. No pets. N/S. High speed avail. W/D. Avail. 7/1 703-729-7777. Ads Work Call a Rep Today Call 347-4222 Middleburg 2BR apt, convenient in town location. Refs, required. 1 yr lease req. $9D0/mo Cathy at: Thomas & Talbot Real Estate 540-687-4144 ROUND HILL 1BR bsmnt apt. Fplc, Jacuzzi tub, separate entrance. W/D hook-up. No pets. Call 540-554-2282 YOUR AD COULD BE HERE! 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Starting at S795/mo Short Term Incases Offered 540439-9162 Sterling, 2bdr, 2'/i ba, gas fireplace, deck, washer and dryer, $1,475/mo. Short term lease negot. (703)581-4029 BEALETON/ MORRISVILLE, 3BR, 2BA, private, approx 1ac, porch. $1150/mo 540-4392302, 202-262-3523 CULPEPER 3BR, 2BA, $950/mo. Avail immed. Sec dep & credit check req. Call about our Rental Special! Olafsen Realty 540-347-1505 FOR RENT: SFH Fairfax/ Loudoun County 4BR, 2.5BA, Great location. Avail now Call: 571323-2700. MARSHALL Beautiful 3 br, remodeled, mins fr. I-66, stores & schools$1500mo 540-364-2318 571-277-6323 MIDDLEBURG/ THE PLAINS Small house on farm 3BR, 2BA porch, dishwasher, microwave W/D, no smkr, AC $1500/ mo. + utils 540-687-6763 NEVER RENT AGAIN! Buy a 3BR,only $5,500. For listings, call 800749-8158 Ext 1278. Classified Ads Work Call 347-4222 ( “ \ Real Estate lor Sale V_ J Sperryville VA $628,900 5.2 acres, surrounded by gorgeous mountain views, minutes from Shenandoah National Park in Sperryville, VA, above ground pool and hot tub. Laundry chute on both levels, finished basement, 3,472 finished sq ft, 5 BR, 4 1/2 BA, hard wood floors on main level, master on main (carpet), skylight & Jacuzzi tub. Contact Mary Guckert at (703)930-0367 or 1-800-209-7586 NO MONEY DOWN Free information on how to buy a home with no money down. Free recorded message 1-800-560-3547 ID# 1074 Nr Waterford: Hist log farm hse, totally rest, new everything! 2BR, 3FBA, Fieldstone pub room w/ wet bar. Mtn & Lake views. $1750/mo. 540-882-3686 ORLEAN, CHARMING 1840s country Victorian, w/ new tin roof, 3BR, 2.5BA, CAC, 1.5 acs w/ barn, $2000/mo. 540-272-0200 POINT OF ROCKS. MD 10 mi. N of Leesburg Rt. 15, New Dev. 3BR, 3BA, fin. bsmt. inground pool, fenced yard, deck, Nr Marc, great schools. Av 7/2 $2500mo + dep. 301-874-3379 PURCELLVILLE- Adorable farm house, 3 acres + barn, 2 BR, 2 BA, FR, deck overlooking mtns, $1450/ mo. 540-751-0224 Purcellville 3 BR, 2.5 BA Beautifully renovated home. ,$22>00/mo. plus sec. dep. Utils Not included. Western Loudoun Realty 540-338-7914 TINY GATEHOUSE ON secluded farm 17 mi. west of Warrenton. Mint cond. Loft/bedroom, LR, A/C. W/D, woodstove/fplc $775, eletricity, sec. dep., ref’s. 540-675-3761. RentalsHouses WARRENTON, 2BR, 1BA, full bsmt, deck, section 8 ok, $1200/mo plus utils. No pets. 703919-0126 Warrenton Farm Cottage, 3BR, 2BA, CAC, FP, on large farm, $1575/ mo. 540-364-9480 Julie Armfield, Miller & Ripley WINCHESTER: 3 BR, 2 1/2 bath wall to wall carpeting nice fenced yard front porch, washer dryer hookups. Must see to appreciate $1,200 Avail Aug 1st. Please cad 540 678-5528 BARN/PASTURE,40 acs, alfalfa/orchard; pristine, no livestock 15+yrs. board fence, streams. 36x72 barn, will build out. Springs Rd/ Warrenton Hunt. Make offer. 540-347-4040 or maureen.wilcox Qfemmecomp.com ASHBURN private BA, W/D, cable & pool privs., ns hse, no pets short • term considered 703-729-7777 avl. imm. FREE - IN exchange for light household chores, country home in quiet neighborhood, between Warrenton/ Gainesville. 540-341-3656. f ^ Real Estate for Sale V __) MOVING TO CULPEPER??? “Why buy the Pre-Fab...” When you can have the best quality in the best area of old town. Must see this 4,500 sq ft rock home, French doors, hardwood floors, paved drive, privacy fence, garage and upgraded windows. Extras include and office, den and upper level sunroom overlooking landscaped lawn. Kaye Barfield Montague Miller Realtors 540-825-2487 ASHBURN TH Pvt end unit backs to woods. 3 fin Ms w/walk-out. 4BR, 2 full/2 1/2B, gar, deck, patio, W/D. $1650/mo. No pets.703-729-4563 CHARLESTOWN: BRAND new . 3BR, 2.5BA TH, MARC Train to DC. Call Chaste Properties 1 -888-4404550 toll 571-323-2700 office. CHARLES TOWN WV 3BR, 2.5 BA, $1400mo see more at: bmswanson.com 703-842-7976 COUNTRYSIDE/ STERLING 2BR, 2BA, 3 fin. Ms, FP, fenced back yard, no pets. $1250. AvI 6/1. 703-430-8267. Owner Agent CULPEPER, NEW TH, 3 (vis, 3br, 2.5ba, 1 car garg, w/d, lake views $1295/mo. avail 6/1. 540-349-0728. FOR RENT: TH Fairfax/ Loudoun County. Beautiful 3BR, 2.5BA nice area. Avail now! Call: 571-323-2700. HIGHLAND COMMONS, 3BR, finished bsmt, eat in kit, deck & patio, W/D, $1350/mo. 540347-7012 MARSHALL, TH, 3br, 1 5ba, fenced ' back yard, HW floors, avail 8/1, $1300/mo. 540364-1760. M'BURG WV GOLF Course: BRAND new 3BFI, 2.5BA TH. Close to MARC train. Call Chaste Properties 1888-440-4550 toll 571323-2700 office. RESTON: 3br, 2.5 ba TH, LR, kit, w/d, backs to golf course, privt, stunning view. $1,395/mo 703-476-2324 x- .. i RESTON DEEPWOOD 3BR Twnhs, 11/2B, LR, FR, kit, W/D, semi fin bsmnt, small yard. $1400. 202-302-4970 WARRENTON Townhouse. 3BR, 1.5BA, in town location, fenced in yd, patio, carpet, no pets.$1150/mo. 540-270-2995 With 18 Newspapers In Our Times ' Community Newspapers Group, We’ve Got Northern Virginia Wrapped up! Call 347-4222 or FAX 349-8676 Real Estate for Sale OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY _12:00-4:00pm 103 Runyon Court Manassas Park. Directions: I-66 to Centre^le exit Route 28 South, Ri^t on Otd Centres/*? Road, left on Runyon Ct.$430,000. Charring rambler wth beautful lanciscaping on pnvaiecuki&sac. Hometas3BR, 1BH and huge rec room v#i bar and wood stove. Great commuter and shcppng location near Rt 2& I-66 and VRE. Sue Butter: (540) 270-7061 Cell Times Community Newspapers will be closed on Monday, July 4th, 2005 July 4th Holiday Deadline SchedulePublication Date: Wednesday, July 6th, 2005 • Deadline Date: Friday, July 1st; 2005 ’ ‘ ‘ -—-- -: ; Real Estate: Friday, July 1st @ 11:00 a m. Employment & Horse & Farm: Friday, July 1st @ 4:00 p.m. Places of Worship & Your Community Directory: Wednesday, June 29th @ 12:00 noon I /f To Place Your Ad: Call 703.777:1110 of 1.600.852.4797 Fax: 703.689.1278 Fauquier Businesses and Residents: Call 540.347.4222 Fax: 540.349.8676 EBBlIjZSi&S northern Virginia Or Email Inquiry to: Classifieds@timespapers.com

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For additional information, call the Commissioner of Revenue Office at 540-675-5370 VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY YVONNE H. CARTER, ET AL. IN CHANCERY NO. 05-24 v. Any other unknown heirs DEVISES AND SUCCESORS IN TITLE, if any such there be. and/or any unknown parties having a interest in the real estate Charles Carter, a/k/a Charles H. Carter, died seized and possessed, whose names and addresses are unknown and who are made parties defendant by the general description of PARTIES UNKNOWN. Defendants ORDER OF PUBLICATION The Object of this suit is as follows: to partition the real estate and right of way thereto that Charles Carter, a/k/a Charles H. Carter, died seized and possessed containing three(3) acres, more or less, with right of way thereto of 174/2420 acre, to State Secondary Route 626 located near the Town of Washington:, Hampton Magisterial District, Rappahannock County, Virginia. An affidavit having been made and filed stating that there are or may be persons interested in the subject matter of this cause, whose names are unknown and making them parties defendant by the general description of PARTIES UNKNOWN, an affidavit having been made and filed that they are unknown. It is ORDERED that the said UNKNOWN HEIRS, devisees, and successors in title, if any such there be, and/or any unknown parties having an interest in the said real estate and right of way thereto, of which Charles Carter, a/k/a/ Charles H. Carter, died seized and possessed, whose names and addresses are unknown and who are made parties defendant by the general description of parties unknown, are hereby required to appear on or before September 30, 2005, and do what many be necessary to protect their interests. It is further ORDERED that this Order of Publication be published once a week for four (4) successive weeks in the RAPPAHANNOCK NEWS. Dated: June 6. 2005 Diane Bruce, Clerk T.C. LEA, Jr. Esq. T.C LEA, Jr. P C. Counsel for Complainants 218 West Cameron Street Culpeper, Virginia 22701 VSB #07817 Phone: (540) 825-0033 Fax: (540) 825-7480 6-15, 6-22, 6-29, 7-6-05 PERFECT LOCATION Fordid HomeRetirement 21+acresw50mie views. Close to shopping, cining&hospital Only $119,900 Cal now 1-800688-1262 SHENANDOAH ValleyRiver, private access w/canoe club. 40 mi valley views, national forest. Board fence 10 paved miles to US 81/66. 5% down. $175K & up. Great financing. Call 828-226-3213 Stream/12 Acres 700 ft frontage Paved rds, new well, pond, Nice views. Great for horses! Close to town. $125.(XX). Excellent financing! Call 800-316-9821 echostoneproperties.com Views, Views, Views 7 Acres Gently rolling terrain. Big hardwoods, end of the road privacy, stellar views! New well, paved roads. Only One! $89,900 Call 800-316-9821 echostoneproperties.com 135 Sak>8“ I Real Estate V, J Fauquier County/Amissville: Almost 6 acres of rolling pasture only 1300' from Rappahannock River. Perced and ready to go! At $249,900, this is a GREAT BUY in Fauquier County!! Call Sherry at 540-675-4901 Re/Max Regency FIRST TIME BUYERS Why rent when you can own? Free list of homes available with NO money down! Under $1,400 per month. Please visit www.n-vahomeinfo. com.com Remax Alleiance. FSBO, Bethal Academy Warrenton, 3BR. 2.5ba, kit, DR. LR, deck, sunroom 2car gar. '/2 acre, $484,900,540-347-4804 135 Sates — Real Estate FSBO, WARRENTON. 3700sf( 4br, 2 5ba. fabulous views, desirable Menlough area, gourmet kit, HDWD firs, 3FPs, Jacuzzi hot tub off MBR deck, lots of extras, cul-de-sac. $685K, 540-341-8408 , Potential Horse Property Great WatTenton location 199+ acre farm. Stream, springs, bams, 2 houses. $3.2M Olafsen Realty www.olafsen.com 540-347-1505 Smith Mtn Lake, beautiful water front home, newly remodeled, ' prime water front lot, views, currently set-up for vacation rentals. Great investment. 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Pri v. rear patio, hacks to wooded area, fails of light, l.g. storage area & home office. Brand new DW and oversi/e W/D $435,000. Call Chris @ 202-744-9949 ERA Teachers S ALL CASH $ FOR YOUR HOUSE Any Reason or Cond. Call 703-961 -ALLCash AIICashForYourHouse. com f-—\ Commercial ■ I9nnt nla wentats VA COMMERCIAL/ INVESTMENT PROPERTIES GREENE COUNTY Commercial property - 38± ac and 14.7± ac zoned B-2, Commercial. R-1 Residential & R-2 Residential with frontage on US 29 & VSH 607 at Food Lion Center, water/sewer/out-parcels available. MADISON COUNTY • M-1, Commercial - US 29N, 3.2± ac, 6,000 sf office/shop/warehouse , three phase elec, available, security system. $615K • Seminole Ridge - US 29S-18± planned for active adult community, adjoining Food Lion Center, water/sewer avail. • South Park Centre - Development plan will allow for many commercial/retail uses, including restaurants & offices. Owner will sell or build and lease inline spaces. Call Bill Gentry for your commercial or investment needs. Jefferson Land & Realty 540-948-5050 www.Jeffersonland.com 190 Real Estate Wanted WE BUY HOUSES/ ALL CASH/ FAST CLOSING- any condition. Call Karen @ 703-507-0812 r 200 Antiques ft Collectibles BLACK MARBLE MANTLE, pocket doors, chestnut staircase, dble frt doors. Old House Parts 540-631-8906 WANTED: Older fishing tackle, bamboo rods, reels, lures, ,etc. Also Coieman camp gear, hunting items, Zippo lighters Wild Game Calls & Recurved bows. Call Bob 540-545-8508. Berryville. ( -\ 208 Auctions V_) BROOKS AUCTION TRANSFER LLC. now has auctions every Friday night at 6P.M. all year long at their new location! 12099 Marsh Rd. Bealeton, VA 22712 (Old Hugo's Dance Hall) Special auction Sat 6/25 at 4p.m. with quality estate furniture. smalls & antiques. Call Tom at 540-439-7273 to turn your unwanted items into cash. Firm #2908 000497. r >v 99tt Furniture/ Appliances V J BDRM- 6 PC Cherry set new in boxes. $585. Can deliver. 703-8988768 Bed- $125 Full size mattress set. New in plastic w, warranty. Call 703-898-9247 BED- Queen Pillow Top Set! $165 Brand new, still in plastic w/ warranty Can deliver. Call 703-898-9247 Classified Ads Work Call 347-4222

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BOXWOODS. 3 4 ; White Pines. 5 -7' 540937-6178 DOUBLE-SHREDDED hardwood mulch, Chips & top soil Free delivery. 703-868-2524. 256 Miscellaneous For Sale AURORA HO SLOT cars wanted. 1960s Model Motoring. Also. Atlas, Tyco. ■ AFX, Marx. Lionel 703-960-3594 BLOW OUT CLEARENCE SALE on name brand kids ware! Save 50-70% off retail. Log onto: www.magickidsusa.com mention dealer coupon code: mkw161357a 22" GAS snow blower. Electric Stan. 5 hrs use. $250 703-444-3370. LARGE BIRD CAGE $100. Weight set w bench $100. Oval cherry table $100. 703327-7643 30" ROPER ELECTRIC Range, 2 yrs.$275 18 2' Cubic FT Hotpoint tnd freez w ice maker. $200 25' GE TV console $75 Tharnngton oil heater LIKE NEW $400. 4 solid oak stools $200 540-987-8163. 273 Pets V_ J AUSTRALIAN SHEP PUPS ready to go1 Shots, wormed, tails, dewclaws ASCA regis $400 540-364-4124 BOXER PUPPIES- AKC. champ bloodline, shots, wormed, tails docked, dew claws removed vet checked Female. 4 mos fawn, black mask: $400 Sold as pet. no breeding rights Call 304 239-8583 or please check out our website http users adelphia net c opelandsboxers DO BE RMAN PUPPIES AKC male & female S500 each Call 703999 841 5 Iv msg JACK RUSSELL PUPS NKC - leg top quality smooth coat males & '-■males 1st shots & dewormed - Culpeper 840 905 0405 ( N 273 Pets L__) STANDARD POODLES11 wks: 1 blacjr male, 1 silver male & 1 silver female. Exc. conformation Chamf cp bloodlines. Spay'neuter contract required $1200 firm Serious inquiries only 540-877-1571 / ' ^ 294 Giveaways V_) BARN CATS - All vet checked, will deliver. Tame kittens and cats, pups and dogs, need temporary 'permanent homes. Call 202-2442866 or Toll-free 1-877225 7935 BARN CATS - All vet checked, will deliver. Tame kittens and cats, pups and dogs, need temporary permanent homes Call 202-2442866 or Toll-free 1-877225-7935 CATS AVAILABLE Wild cats- need homes at farms, barns or horse stablps. Healthy, feral cats have beep sterilized 'and vaccinated. Will need daily food and water. Alley Cat Allies at 240-482-1987. FREE FILL DIRT If you can take 100 loads or more. Call 703-7713975 FREE HAY - You cut & move Lee Hwy. Sperryville. approx 5 acres. Call 540-987-9021 or 540-825-6044 Iv msg FREE KITTENS, 7T WEEKS old. very social. 540-788-4622 FREE TO GOOD Home 2 Ferrets, lion head rabbit, dwarf rabbit & long haired Guinea Pig. Call 703-754-8648 GAS GRILL: Fair- Good cond. 540-882-3508 OLD HOME COMFORT wood cook stove w/ warmers. 540-822-5618 SLEEP SOFA. Multi color good condition. 540347-0821 f \ .en Business Services V J BOOK KEEPING Part time / flexible hours. Experienced in QuickBooks program. Desire 1 day per week. 540-675-1754 /356 Childcare Wanted V. "\ t BEFORE / AFTER school Ages 8.10&13. Rappahannock Dist. prefer Amissville/ Castleton area. 540-937-2309/ 703-530-3619. f 370 V_ Financial/ Mortgage ~\ J DMV MANAGEMENT PAYS CASH For owner-financed mortgages, structured settlements. lottery payments, or business notes.. Call 540-718-9185 C \ Home ° Improvement V_ J DAVE S GLASS & Home Repair Storm Windows Doors. Patio Doors-lnsulated Glass. Glass Repair. Sorry. No Auto Glass. Free Estimates' 1 -877 679-0350 BUYING? SELLING? Fauquier TimesDemocrat Classified s Have It! Call TODAY. 540-347-4222 Employment Fauqitfcr Springs Country Club has the following positions mailable in the (iolf Course Maintenance Dept: Assistant Superintendent - FT Spray Technician - FT Equipment Operators - Seasonal, FT/PT laborers - Seasonal. PT Horticulturists Assistant - Seasonal Good Pay & benefits, t all Scott at: 5-10-3 17-51 17 Employment 5^5 Time 3,3 Employment V J Administrative Assistant FT. M-F, 9-5:30 for conservative political non-profit organization in Warrenton. General office duties to included answering phone, writing letters, overseeing daily travel & speaking schedules. Strong organizational and have communication skills necessary. Basic computer knowledge a must. Fax resume to: 540-341-8917 call Connie: 540-341-8911 AUTO ESTIMATOR Entry-level. Will train. Basic computer skills a +. Must be personable. 703-444-4669 AUTO MACHINIC Working car / truck mechanic wanted. 10 yrs exp preferred. Flourty. plus flat rate plan. Call John a Rodger at Warnenton Midas 540-341-0033 f ~\ m.m FuHTfme Employment \_ J Auto Parts COUNTER SALES FT/PT Positions 15 Northern VA locations, (Prince William, Loudoun & Fairfax Counties), Full benefits. Call: Fairfax Auto Parts 703-323-5300 Auto Sales SALES CONSULTANTS NEEDED • Training Salary • 401K • Health Insurance • Vacation Pay Contact: Troy or Marci 540-547-3700 Culpeper, VA No exp, necessary Fauquier Times-Democrat ADS WORK Call 347-4222 Automotive Sales JERRY’S M Lincoln Mercury Jeep of Manassas Our Sales Dept is looking for career oriented men & women to join our team. Bilingual encouraged. WEOFFER: • Excellent pay plan • Fun working Environment • 100% Management Support • Flexible Schedule • Weekly Bonuses • Much Much More! Contact: Chris Cotton or Gary Cohen 703-631-1181 Retail JOB FAIR 22250 Shaw Road, Dulles. VA 20166 Wednesday, June 29th 2005 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m: SALES AND INTERIOR DESIGN... make a great career move and find out how to join the area's leading furniture retailer. Some retail sales, design and furniture experience is a plus, however, we train motivated individuals. Voted “Best Furniture Store in Loudoun County" since 1995...you simply won’t find a more dedicated team. It's easy to sell at Belfort... we offer leading designer name brand products all in our high traffic location on Route 28. Opening Soon...new showroom BB.FORT INTERIORS Medical • Dental • Vision Life • 401Kw/match • Profit Sharing Merchandise Discount • Fitness Center • EAP • Credit Union • Wellness plan PAID TRAINING Call our Hiring Center (877) 568-5607 E-mail your resume to jobs@belfortfumiture.com For directions: www.belfortfurniture.com BELFORT F U R N I T U R F WASHLNGIOK'* PWMlEA FURNITUftf MAI I GALLERIES basics mcticrt mattress h ' ===== ■ "" - .I dimes Community Newspapers Northern Virginia SENIOR ACCOUNTANT Northern Virginia newspaper publisher located in Herndon, VA is seeking applicants with accounting experience, degree required. Candidate should be dependable, self-starter, organized and detail-oriented. Responsibilities include fixed assets, general ledger postings, reconciliation of balance sheet accounts, financial reporting and direct supervision 703-399-1908 and back-up to Accounts Receivable and General Ledger Clerk. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including: Health and dental coverage 401K plan (with match) Short term and long term disability plan (company sponsored) Life insurance (company sponsored) Please fax your resume with cover letter to TLO, at 703-478-6691 or email towens@timespapers.com. Only those with a salary history or requirements will be considered. EOE CABINET MARKER COMMERCIAL Culpeper, Salary based on experience. 540-423-9511 RlB Tim# Empioymefit V J •Experienced in ai aspeds, from frarwig to trim•Join a company that prides it set in quaftywiK. Greg 540-675-3901 N Full Time y Employment V J This Could Be YOUR AD! Call Today to Place an AD! 347-4222 or Fax 349-8676 Looking for a job got you frazzled? Join a Winning Team* We have a full-time position in our Ad Layout Department for an Ad Layout Coordinator. Responsibilities include ad order entry and verifying ad placement in our various products. Skills we are seeking include: computer knowledge, good typing ability and a keen eye for detail. Must be punctual and a team player. You will also have the opportunity to learn our Ad Layout System, with which you will determine ad placement and color configuration in our 18 newspapers. Fax nr Email resume or letter of interest to: {Times APARTMENT LIVING RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR #5-33-07 Support adults with mental illness & mental retardation by providing assessment, & living skills training in apartment settings. Knowledge of community, housing & financial resources for chronically mentally impaired. BS degree or equiv. exp. $25,985.00 P/YR CLINICIAN/MH/SA #5-105 FT position split between Culpeper and Orange providing MH assessment, outpatient treatment and targeted case management for seriously mentally ill and chemically dependent clients. MS degree in licensed eligible field. Licensed eligible: $31,585.00 p/yr, Licensed: $34,822.00 p/yr PSYCHOSOCIAL REHAB PROVIDER #5-73-04 FT in Culpeper to coordinate a unit within the clubhouse program. Provide training and educational opportunities for mental health consumers, including job-readiness, independent living skills and community integration. Combination of education and experience to meet Virginia's requirements for Qualified Mental Health Professionals. $25,985.00 p/yr. DAY HEALTH & REHAB SERVICES MANAGER #5-47-09 Provide supervision & administration of a day support program serving a population of consumers with mental retardation. Develop program curriculum to ensure safety & compliance with guidelines while maximizing training & supports which meet consumer's individual needs and ensure service plans are met daily. BS preferred & 2 yrs exp. Or 4 yrs exp managing and/or supervising a comparable program $33,164.00 p/yr. RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR #5-101-02 Provide svcs in support of daily activities in a group home program for developmental^ disabled adults. Evaluate consumer skills & needs, teach living skills, & emphasize community integration. Associates or equiv. exp. '$24,747.00. SUBSTANCE ABUSE CLINICIAN #5-104 FT at residential substance abuse facility in Culpeper. Sun-Thurs with one late evening. BS or equiv exp & knowledge of SA techniques. $30,081.00 p/yr 3) RAPPAHANNOCK - RAHDAN i COMMUNTH’ SERVICES BOARD ' fat Apply with RRCSB/AAA application by 8:30am, Tuesday, July 5,2005, HR, P.O. Box 1568, Culpeper, VA 22701. (540) 825-3100 TDD: (540) 825-7391 EEO/AA Kjennings@rrcsb.org Call Your Rep Today To Place Your Ad 540-347-4222 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Loudoun County Web Site: www.loudoun.gov Visit the Loudoun County Web Site to review Position Summaries NEW JOB OPENINGS Recruitment # Position-Title 05-447 05-452 05-438 05-450 05-445 05-430 05-449 05-444 05-431 05-466 05-465 05-461 05-368 05:443 05-441 05-437 05-434 05-463 05-464 05-40605-459 05-455 05-436 05-446 05-457 05-428 05-453 05-448 05-440 05-462 05-460 05-442 05-454 ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGER — Fire and Rescue Services Regular, Full-Time, Full Benefits ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT ASST. - Social Services RegularrFull-Time, Full Benefits ASSISTANT COMMONWEALTH ATTORNEY - Commonwealth Attorney Regular, Full-Time, Full Benefits CAPITAL PROJECT TECHNICIAN - Parks, Rec, and Comm Svc Regular, Full-Time, Full Benefits CHILD CARE ASSISTANT — Parks, Rec, and Comm Svc Regular, Part-Time, Full Benefits; Hrs per wk: 20 CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER - Social Services Regular, Full-Time, Full Benefits COMMUNITY CENTER ASSIST. MGR - Parks, Rec, and Comm Svc Regular, Full-Time, Full Benefits CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER-General Services Regular, Full-Time, Full Benefits CPS CASE ASSISTANT — Social Services Regular, Full-Time, Full Benefits DIRECTOR TRANSPORTATION SERV- Transportation Services Regular, Full-Time, Full Benefits ELECTRICAL SUPERVISOR- Parks, Rec, and Comm Svc Regular, Full-Time, Full Benefits ENGINEER-PROJECT MANAGER —Building and Development Regular, Full-Time, Full Benefits FIRE FIGHTER/ EMT - Fire and Rescue Services Regular, Full-Time, Full Benefits GRANT ADMINISTRATOR — Building and Development Regular, Full-Time, Full Benefits GRANT SPECIALIST - Management & Financial Serv Regular, Full-Time, Full Benefits GIS ANALYST — Mapping' Geographic Info Regular, Full-Time, Full Benefits GIS WEB ANALYST - Mapping/Geographic Info Regular, Full-Time, Full Benefits HVAC TECHNICIAN I-General Services Regular, Full-Time, Full Benefits HVAC TECHNICIAN II - General Services Regular, Full-Time, Full Benefits IMMUNIZATION NURSE - Health Services Regular, Full-Time, Full Benefits LANDFILL SPOTTER/SITE CONTROL- Solid Waste Management Temporary, Full-Time, Partial Benefits LIBRARIAN-Library Services Dept. Regular, Full-Time, Full Benefits LIBRARY PAGE — Library Services Dept. Regular, Part-Time, No Benefits; Hrs per wk: 15 LIBRARY WEB MANAGER — Library Services Dept. Regular, Full-Time, Full Benefits MANAGER, DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION- General Services Regular, Full-Time, Full Benefits PARALEGAL - Social Services Regular, Part-Time, Partial Benefits; Hrs per wk: 20 PREVENTION PROGRAM SPECIALIST-Mental Health/ Retardation Regular, Full-Time, Full Benefits PRINCIPAL ENG/ TEAM LEADER - General Services Regular, Full-Time. Full Benefits PROCUREMENT/ ASST. PURCH AGENT —Management & Financial Serv Regular, Full-Time, Full Benefits RECEPTIONIST- Building and Development Regular, Full-Time, Full Benefits RECORDS CLERK- Social Services Regular, Full-Time, Full Benefits SOCIAL WORKER — Social Services Regular, Part-Time, Partial Benefits; Hrs per wk: 20 SR. PREVENTION PROGRAM SPLT. — Mental Health/ Retardation Regular, Full-Time, Full Benefits Hiring Range $33,661 - $45,442/yr $25,117- $31,396/yr $52,219 - $67,885/yr $29,078 - $39,255/yr $11.13 -$15.02/hr $38,965-$58,447/yr $33,661 - $45,442/yr $45,108-$75,781/yr $29,078-$39,255/yr $69,977 -$111,963/yr $29,078 - $39,255/yr $33,661 - $45,442/yr $32,567 - $32,567/yr $38,965 - $52,602/yr $38,965 - $52,602/yr $38,965 - $52,602/yr $38,965 - $52,602/yr $25,117- $42,197/yr $29,078 - $48,851/yr $38,965 - $52,602/yr $25,117- $33,908/yr $33,661 - $40,393/yr $9.61 - $11.53/hr $33,661 - $45,442/yr $45,108- $75,781 /yr $17.26-$23.30/hr $33,661 - $45,442/yr $45,108-$75,781/yr $52,219-$65,000/yr $25,117- $33,908/yr $25,117- $28,885/yr $19.99 - $26.98/hr $38,965 - $52,602/yr TO RECEIVE A REQUIRED APPLICATION: VISIT THE LOUDOUN COUNTY WEB SITE AT WWW.LOUDOUN.GOV OR CALL THE 24 HOUR JOBLINE AT 703-777-0536 Loudoun County, Division of Human Resources, 1 Harrison Street S.E., Leesburg, VA 20177 703-777-0213 Fax:703-771-5525 TDD ONLY: 703-777-0107 Office Hours: 8:30 a.m. -5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday It is the policy of the County of Loudoun to provide fair and equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age or disability #65743

Employment HORSE CARE Part-time WEEKENDS ONLY Mal6 or Female, Viewtown area 15-20 minutes from Culpeper Part-time care for horses, feed, turn-out, clean stalls, general work in horse barn. Must have good transportation, valid driver’s license & current references. Please call: 540-937-3758 g>ie Full Time Employment V- J Clean for #1! • Earn $300 - $350 • M-F Day-time hrs. no nights or wknds • Paid holidays, vacation & mileage • • Must Have Car Merry Maids 540-347-0199 578 Waterloo Rd Warrenton, VA 20186 I Are You Tired Of Workina A Job7 I * SUCCESS STARTS HERE! We need 15 enthusiastic self-starters to learn the art of Auto ,S^!osjoj-3£n_BIG_MONEY! No Experience Necessary! FIRST YEAR INCOME FROM $43,600 TO OVER $80,00b+ One of the areas most prestigious, highly competitive dealers has teamed up with a corporate sales training firm with over 30 Years Experience Specializing in the Automotive Industry to interview & screen all of their applicants to offer state of the art Sales Training to All who applv. COLLEGE EDUCATION REQUIRED. If you are friendly, and have good people skills we encourage you to apply. Today is the first day of your new life, don't waste anymore precious time. Start building on a CAREER, instead of a JOB. • SALARY - TOP COMMISSION LEVELS • MEDICAL & DENTAL BENEFITS/INCLUDING EYE CARE • PAID VACATION • 5 DAY WORK WEEK • 401K (RETIREMENT PLAN) • MONTHLY BONUS • PROFESSIONAL TRAINING • HIGHLY SUPPORTIVE MANAGEMENT STAFF INTERVIEWS 2 DAYS ONLY!!! ■I Mon. & Tues., June 27th & 28th 10:00 AM until 5:00 PM NO PHONE CALLS - DRESS FOR INTERVIEW LEESBURG CHRYSLER DODGE 219 Catoctin Circle S.E. • Leesburg, Virginia Ad protected by copyright Violators will be prosecuted Ad placed by PM&T Inc 545 Full Time Employment V J construction LOCAL BUILDER . seeking Experience Carpenter / Carpenters helper. Good salary & benefits. Call: 540-222-9970 Construction Mechanic/ Service Tech needed. Call 540-347-6628 A Fu*Time Employment V J DRIVER for Manassas Steel Company. Must have COL - Class A, Deliver & Pick up some out of state required. Fultine. Excellent benefits. 703-368-3193 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 CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE Miller Toyota Scion is recruiting an individual for a multi faceted position in our service department that will require great customer service relations and communications skills, a professional appearance and some computer experience. One position available. Mon-Fri from 12noon to closing. Some Saturdays required. We offer an excellent wage and benefit package commensurate with experience, a non-smoking work environment and all required training. Call John Strain at: 703-396-5053 to schedule an appointment. Restaurant Fauquier Springs Country Club FT/PT Food & Beverage Positions Cooks _ Servers Bartenders Preparation/Utility ^ Please apply Tuesday - Friday between 9:30 am -4:30 pm Springs Rd., Warrenton, VA 540-347-4205 Fax: 540-347-2743 Going places. The time is right to join United. We're on the move and headed towards an exciting new destination. Currently in search of individuals who understand our commitment to meeting our customers' needs — we need people like you to play an integral part in exceeding those goals. Join us, we’re currently seeking: Regular Part-Time RAMP SERVICE EMPLOYEES Position Location: Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) • Full-time Benefits Apply • Responsibilities may include loading or unloading baggage/cargo: and receiving & dispatching aircraft. Starting salary for Ramp Service Employees is S9.12/hr. including line pay Qualified applicants must possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record; be 18 years of age or olcler; and be able to work shifts, weekends, & holidays. Lcam more... you are cordially invited to attend our upcoming Job Preview A Testing Sessions. Each Job Preview & Testing Session w« include an overview of job responsibilities & benefits, as well as testing for imerested/qualffied appScants. Please be prepared to complete an application, to include your 10-year work history. When: Monday, June 27th at 10am OR Noon OR 2pm Where; Washington Dulles Reservations Center 22800 Davis Drive • Sterling, VA 20164 (off of Sterling Btvd) Important details regarding the Job Preview A Testing Sessions: Doors will dose promptly and each session will last approximately 2 hours. Seating will be limited, so please arrive earty. Come fly with United and enjoy worldwide travel privileges for you and your , eligible family members, among other key benefits. If you are unable to . attend our Job Preview & Testing Session, please apply online at united.com/careers or fax your resume to (773) 801-5124 (Attn: JO). If UNITED eSSS, It s time to fly. LOUDOUN COUNTY GOVERNMENT CAREER FAIR Monday, June 27th, 2005 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM At Historic Carradoc Hall 1500 East Market Street (Route 7) Leesburg, VA 20176 Representatives from the following agencies will be available to meet applicants, discuss employment opportunities, and answer questions. Please join us. Some positions we are recruiting for include: Building & Development - * Erosion & Sediment Control Inspectors, Engineers Fire and Rescue - Fire Fighter/EMT’s, Administrative Manager Information Technology - Programmer Analysts Library Services - Library Aide Management & Financial Services - Appraisers, Grants Specialist Mental Health & Mental Retardation - Early Childhood Educator, Clinicians Parks & Recreation - Afterschool Child Care Positions, Project Managers SherifFs Office - Field Deputies, Correctional Deputies Solid Waste Management - Landfill Spotter/Site Control We offer competitive salaries, supportive work environment, and a comprehensive benefits package. For additional information call Human Resources 703-777-0213. EOE 545 Full Time m ■ IBM j. mA Employment DRIVERS WANTED BUSY TOWING COMPANY HEALTH/DENTAL/ PAY INCENTIVES CDL PAYS MORE MONEY EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED CALL 571-437-0635 ELECTRICIANS .. Entry Level New Construction Residential EL Kellogg Corporation, since 1961, is seeking motivated individuals for Trainee Positions. Start $9.50 per hour Health las.. Paid Vacation & Holidays, & 401K Retirement Plan. Certified State Approval Training Program. Call today to start your new career! 703-968-5545 Fauquier Times-Democrat ADS WORK Call 347-4222 ( \ Full Time Employment v J ELECTRICIANS &/or HELPERS Join a growing firm specializing in new residential wiring. Competitive pay. Benefits & company vehicle avail to qualified individual. Must have valid driver's license. 540-364-4005 or fax resume to: 540-364-4588 Excavating, Demolition Learn from the ground - up Call 540-439-0231 CLASSIFIED ADS WORK! Call Your Rep TODAY! 540-347-4222 or FAX 349-8676 Structural Systems, Inc. located in Culpeper, VA has current openings for: Escort Drivers An excellent part-time opportunity for individuals seeking supplemental income 2-3 days per week. Escorted loads are local. A valid driver’s license and good driving record are required. Please apply in person M - F 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at 601 Germanna Hwy., Culpeper, VA or forward your resume with cover letter and saury requirements to: Structural Systems, Inc., 201 Poplar Avenue, Thurmont, MD 21788, Fax: 301-271-5259, Email: humanresources®ssi-midatl.com; Web-Site: www.ssi-midad.com Full Time Employment V J Fresh Air Don't get stuck in some stale office. Join Clark Associates Invisible Fence Team. WE PROVIDE The Tools The Truck The Training The Vacation The Health The Dental The Retirement YOU PROVIDE The Driving Record The Great Attitude The Hard Work Call For Details 703-968-6500 HEAVY EQUIPMENT Operators needed immediately!! Loader, Dozer, Backhoes. Off Road End Dumps, Dump Truck Drivers, etc. Full time, Warrenton Area. Call: Virginia Excavating Co. 540-295-2303 Commercial Service" Technicians. Defined territory, great pay & benefits with Fidelity Engineering Corp. Fax resume to (703) 729-9375 or call (703) 726-9900 LINEMAN & LINEMAN TRAINEES To do telephone work in Northern Virginia. CDL required. F/T work w/ lots of overtime. Good pay. To apply call: Woodlawn Construction 1-800-296-3214 EOE Classified Ads Work Call 347-4222 VDDT VDOTs Northern VA Construction Office is hiring for multiple positions in Fairfax, Prince William and Loudoun Counties. Please indicate position number and preferred location on you application. All positions are open until filled. • Engineering Technician I- Position #17082 Construction inspector trainee position. Requires strong math skills • Engineering Technician II- Position #20624 Transportation construction inspector with exp. in roadway construction • Engineering Technician III- Position #08990 Senior transportation construction inspector with Considerable road and bridge inspection exp. • Engineering Technician III- Position #19203 On-Site Office Engineer for VDOTconstruction projects. • Engineering Technician IV- Position #17334 Smv. const, project teams, requires strong exp. in trans. construction inspection • Engineering Technician IV- Position #03731 Sr. Construction Mgr., requires strong supervisory and project mgmt exp. In tran. const. • Architect/Engineer I- Position #20631 Scheduling and Construction Engineer to develop and monitor CPM schedules, and other project controls resp. • Architect/Engineer II- Position #11426 Requires Civil Eng degree, PE license and extensive transportation const, project mgmt. and tran design exp. Positions may be filled at higher or lower level based on manager’s discretion and qualifications of applicant. May be req’d to work emergencies. Valid Driv Lie & DMV Record Check req’d. Statement of Economic Interest req’d at time of hire. State application req’d; apply to VDOT-HR, 14685 Avion Parkway, Chantilly, VA 20151-1104. For job announcement & application, call (703) 383-2520, visit local VEC or select “careers” at www.virginiadot.org TDD, 1-800-828-1120. EOE MOORE AUTOMOTIVE POSITIONS AVAILABLE — HUMMER SALES — Is excellence a priority to you9 Is the customer "Numoer One" to you? Do you always complete what you start? Do you need to be in a growing environment? Are you a professional in work, style, and appearance? If so, Moore Cadillac Hummer may have a position for you. The ideal candidate will have sales experience (not necessanly automotive) a strong track record, high customer satisfaction scores, computer familiarity, and the ability to develop a strong customer base through individual marketing: These Breakthrough Opportunities Offer: • Management who appreciate and reward performance • A growth opportunity • The opportunity to work with the best in the industry • Excellent benefits and a competitive salary • and/or commission • No Sunday or holiday hours ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES: Receptionists, Customer Service Representatives, Body Shop Personnel, Tow Truck Drivers, Service Technicians, Sales Assistant Please Contact Our Selection Consultant Bill Hunsberger • Thurs—Sun. Noon to 7:OOpm 703-930-7721 www.MoordCadiliac.com TOrSubmit your resume via email: jobsi^moorecadi'tac.com lEMPLOYMENT REf ERINCLS AND BACKGROUND CHECKS WIlL OE RCQU'REDi 8595 LEESBURG PIKE ‘VIENNA, VA 22182 25450 PLEASANT VALLEY RD»DULLES. VA 20152 "The Choice Is Yours... Moore or Less." Equal Opportunity Employer fi<A£ Time 9 Employment v J MAINTENANCE MECHANIC Ciruar Oppty w / a "rowmg Co! tonimiTrial Mgmt Co, socking Motivated mdivdual tor Class A otic bldg m Herndon, \'A. Ckxxl pay, Good henes, Gcxxl Environment. Pis fax resume nr 202-898-00S1. .Ann: 11 iring Mgr. Make $700-$1000/ Drive a 5-speed pickup fa deliveries and such. Must be 21 with a good driving record, quick on Your feet, dependable and Able to lift 35 bs. Call Tiffany today! 540-286-6970 Medical Receptionist Immediate opening, FT, medical office experience preferred. Excellent work environment and compensation package including medical/ . dental benefits. Fax resume and references to: Blaser Physical Therapy 540-341-1923 Parts Driver/ Receiving Clerk FT Apply in Person Rick Hunt Ford/Dodge 6443 Lee Hwy. Warrenton, VA PLANT REPAIRMAN / WELDER. NIGHTS. Vulca° Materials in Manassas. 703-368-3135 AA/EOE / "\ gLAgt ^ Time employment v J PLUMBERS & HELPERS Exp, we offer paid holidays/ vacation, health, dental. Work in Culpeper/Fauquier areas Must have good DMV record. New construction. Fax resume 540-364-7412 or call 540-364-7312 PRODUCTION ASST Aftermarket automotive co. seeks. Hourly FT employee. Start @ $14.00 p/h salary negotiable based on exp, salary review after six months. Must be flexible to work overtime & be able to lift 50-75 lbs. Must have reliable transportation/& speak fluent English. No exp necessary. Will train the right person. Ask for Eric 703-661-1300. Pax resume 703-661-1304 Punch Crew Foreman needed 540-347-6628 RECEPTIONIST/ DATA ENTRY PT position with Sterling based roofing company. Applicant MUST be dependable, organized & Detail Oriented, Basic Computer skills a MUST with 65+ wpm. MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE. Email resume to mdorsey @johndarvish.com VIA SATELLITE, INC. Now Hirino lilt 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 6Xt.176 to set up an interview EOE MANAGEMENT TRAINEES/ SALES Put your college degree to work! Due to our continued growth, were seeking service oriented professionals with management potential to start out as Management Trainees. We are looking for candidates with a clean driving record, preferable a BA BS degree, and the individual looking for an entry-level career opportunity. We offer a fast paced environment and excellent benefits package. For consideration on our current openings in the Culpeper, Charlottesville and Orange areas please visit our website at: www.enterprise.com EOE/M/F ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR AihertiMng Consultant Times Community Newspapers is currently seeking a Full Time Advertising Consultant Duties and Responsibilities: • Business to business sales • Develop and maintain client and corporate relationships. • Develop and implement effective marketing plans specifically targeted to assigned territory and client type. • Work with individual clients in determining, then fulfilling their advertising needs. • Act as a corporate ambassador at community and business functions. • Create advertising themes, write copy and prepare layout designs. • Manage accounts receivable for customer base. Requirements: • Motivated self-starter that is very customer service oriented with professional appearance. • Must thrive on cold calling, business development and prospecting. . • Ability to deal effectively with all types of personalities. • Above average initiative, creativity, negotiation and listening skills. • Reliable transportation. • Computer / Internet literate, basic Microsoft products. Word and Excel skills. Additional Information: We offer excellent training and lucrative sales opportunity that includes: • Base Salary + Commissions • Bonus • Auto allowance program • Health Benefits •40IK Plan To apply: Please forward resume, cover letter and salary history to lschilling@timespapers.com or fax to 703.435.9754

Automotive 545 > Putt Tima: .r* Employment Restaurant Claire's is now hiring experienced LINE COOKS SERVERS MANAGER Fax or mail resume to: 540-341-0302 65S. 3rd St. Warrenton, VA , 20186 or apply In person: 2:30 to 5:30 Tues. to Fri. RETAIL POSITIONS AVAILABLE F/T employment opportunities avail, at busy feed & pet supply stores in Warrenton. Ability to lift 50 lbs. is a must. Avail, to work evenings & weekends rcq'd. Sales incentives offered. Experience with animals is not essential. but appreciated. Please apply in person: Booth Feeds 25 Broadview Ave. Warrenton, VA ROUTE SALES $800-$1500/WK Tired of a limited income! Not afraid to work? National leader in gourmet food sales seeking 2 people immediately. Call Lytle: 703-321-8444. Secretary For IP law firm in Fairfax, VA. At least 1 year of experience with a law firm preferred. Must have dictation or transcribing exp. Benefits and competitive salary. Fax resume to 703-385-9719 SUPERIOR PAVING is currently hiring experienced Milling Machine Operators and CDL Licensed drivers. Please call: 703-631-0004 for more information — —----V Full Tima Employment V__ J OLD DOMINION FREIGHT LINE, INC. Is seeking qualified local drivers ' Candidates should be a least 22 years of age with minimum of 12 months driving experience. Applicants must also have a clean accident and driving record, meet DOT and company requirements, (including drug test) and furnish a current (within 30 days) MVR. Must possess a commercial driver’s license with Hazmat and Twin endorsements. Apply at: 7937 Gainsford Road Bristow, VA 20136 703-368-1177 EOE I As #* *000 s busiest tnxjmg :onp*iy. 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Must have experience with - • Cattle (cow/calf) • Operation and maintenance of farm equipment including tractors, hay making equipment, bush hogs, etc. • Building and grounds maintenance, fencing (permanent and electric), snow removal, etc. This is a full time position with the possibility of on-site housing for the right individual. References required. Please send resume along with salary/compensations requirements to: Box JEC-658065 The Fauquier Times Democrat P.O. Box 631, Warrenton, VA 20188 Immediate Openings FT- Case Manger Services to homeless famies & children indudife skis, economic, health & social issues. (Social Work or related) at least 2 yrs exp, knaMedge of client ntervertion practices. Rex schedule some evenings. Opportunities for benefit package vV position. - Resident Manager evening supervision of emergency I shelter. Position requires high school | diploma or GED._ ! FT - Administrative Assistant for a busy and growing non-profit Must be proficient in MS Office and Database systems; good oral and written communication skills; detail oriented, strong organizational skills and (2) years of experience. Excellent benefits. EOE. Send resume w/ cover letter to: FFSS P.O. Box 3599; Warrenton, VA 20188 EDITOR/WRITER Are you a creative, enterprising, organized editor/writer with a flair for design and knowledge of the Northern Virginia entertainment scene (or at least the desire to learn)? The Times Community Newspapers, a large award-winning group of weeklies in one of the most dynamic markets in the country is looking for an editor for its "Weekender" lifestyle and entertainment section (print and online) and other special sections. Think movies, food, music, art and recreation - all wrapped in dynamic visual packages. If this sounds like you, then send a cover letter, resume and at least three samples of prior work to: Amanda Graham, VP Fairfax Division Times Community Newspapers 1760 Reston Parkway Reston, VA 20190 or FAX 703-437-6019 or email agrahamgitimespapers.com Ig,/*£■■• - ' * 1* *■ ■ ■ ‘ THORNTON RIVER GRILL Is seeking career minded, exp: COOK Great opportunity & competitive pay. Call Andy 540-987-8185 or fax resume to: 540-987-9533 WAREHOUSE SUPERVISOR/ INVENTORY CONTROL FT Position with Sterling based roofing company. Applicant MUST be dependable, organized & Detail Oriented. Basic -Computer skills a MUST. MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE. Benefits Available. Email resume to: mdorsey@ iohndarvisn.com Fauquier Times-Democrat ADS WORK Call 347-4222 r. . ... " ; \ 550 Health Care V ....___) PHYSICAL THERAPIST FT/PT Position available for a physical therapist in an Orthopaedic Practice. Position is M-F. Experience preferred but will consider recent graduate of a recognized training program. Excellent benefits, salary comparable with training and experience. Fax or mail resume: L. Spence lspence@broava.com 540-347-0342 52 West Shirley Ave Warrenton, VA 20186-3008 Sales PET FOOD SALES Outgoing & articulate pet lovers are needed to promote premium pet food in local pet stores. $11/hour weekends only. Must be 18. Call 1-866-231-4542 Ext. 106 VIOLIN TEACHER for motivated advanced young student Exceterrtpay. 540-987-9066 Ads Work Call a Rep Today Call 347-4222 With 18 Newspapers In Our Times Community Newspapers Group, We’ve Got Northern Virginia Wrapped up! Call 347-4222 or FAX 349-8676 Full Time Employment i*) Blootfisl'SA Tired of traffic? Work close to home! We are searching for an experienced Office Housekeeper. Earn $8.00/hour and work in a positive work environment. Call our job hotline at: (571) 261-2200 or stop by any day during daylight hours for an application at 15405 John Marshall Highway Haymarket, VA. EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT Needed, full or par1 '.ime in Rixeyville area in smoke-free environment. You need to be flexible in hours. Excellent salary based on prior experience and skills, must be pet-friendly, hardworking, motivated, organized, self-starter, detail oriented, with strong typing, computer, filing, client, database, commercial and farm office administration, phone, email and internet skills. Must be flexible and interact well with co-workers and be accustomed to a fast pace, significant paperwork and multiple project responsibilities. Strong references required, with -multiple years of experience with large commercial and property contracts, clients and commercial operations in fastpaced environment. Please fax resume with multiple work references to: 540-937-7011 or email: robbinboxer@yahoo.com for prompt consideration * ma Antiques & pw Classics 1994 FIREBIRD FORMULA. 24K mis, stock V8, 275HP, auto trans disk brakes, loaded showroom cond. $9000. 540-349-4610 1605 Automobile* i-'T'-.;'-' 'V“ ' BMW ’8$ 325ES, 5sp, AC, white, new VA insp, orig. owner, 150K mis, runs great, $1500, 703257-3386, Manassas BMW 3281 1997 Conv. Sports Pkg. 50,000 E-Z mi. Seats 4. Dk. grn with Ithr. Perfect cond. $16,500. 540-592-3262. BUICK ’99 LE SABRE LTD, 85 K miles, leather, loaded. $6500. 703-476-1139 BUICK REGAL CUSTOM. '92, excel cond, 125K mis, 25mpg; $2200/Obo. 540-4399198. BUICK REGAL GS 01' Supercharged V6, LOADED! 61K. New tires! All svc rec. avail. $10,100. 703-966-2720 02 CADILAC SEVILLE. owned & driven by 100yr old independent lady. Pristine condition, On-Star system, 4900 actual mileage. Will be sold to highest bid over $19,000 received by 6/25/05. Call 540-6753104. CADILLAC FLEETWOOD Brougham '94 Corvette V8 eng, 74K mis. New AC & fuel pump, 15K mis on tires, clean intr, 2 extenders for seatbelt, Ithr seats, wheelchr hitch w/cover. $7000. 703-725-3625 CHEVROLET CORVETTE STINGRAY 74 Excellent cond. 42K mi on new motor $18,500 obo 540-349-4342 CHEVY 1994 CAPRICE CLASSIC, 57 V-8, auto, white w/ blue interior, $5000. Call after 5pm 703-777-3443 CHEVY LUMINA '00 4dr, auto. AC, AM/FM cass, blue with grey interior. Fair condition. $1500. Call 703-242-8192 CHEVY '96 LUMINA LSsedan, original owners, good cond.. clean Cartax, 134 K mi. $1950. 703-731-1257 CHEVY 86 MONTE Carlo SS: Black/ Gray int., a/c, pw, pi, cruise, exc. cond. garage kept. $5900. 703-969-1063. CORVETTE 1984- red/ saddle, auto, 101K mile?, excellent me■ chanical condition. $4000. 703-827-2248 CORVETTES WANTED Any year, any condition cash buyer. 800-3696148. DODGE 1989 SPIRIT. 4 door, auto, AC, March inspection. $750. Call 301.-834-4214 FORD 93 ESCORT: 62K mi. exc. mech, not pretty. VA insp., Car fax clean, needs driver $1600bo. 703-620-0015 FORD ’95 Mustang GT Conv. 5.0L eng., auto trans. 68K mi. Very good cond. $6,300. Call 703-554-4661. FORD 2000 MUSTANG, silver. V6, 5 speed, 50 K miles, garaged, great cond., new tires. Reston 540-338-1781 FORD '95 WINDSTAR LX. loaded, quad seats, 87 K miles, no accidents, excellent cond. $4,000. 703-818-3803 GRANT SPECIALIST Management & Financial Services Loudoun County Government in Leesburg. VA, is seeking an experienced grants management specialist to assist with the implementation of a new Countywide grants initiative. This position will report to the Budget Manager under the leadership of the grants analyst and will be responsible for developing information on public and private grant resources and assisting with the preparation of grant proposals and applications. The grants specialist will work collaboratively with administrative, financial and budget staff to track grant funded activities and ensure compliance with grantor guidelines and requirements. The, ideal candidate will have prior experience identifying and developing outside grants resources in a government or nonprofit environment and thorough knowledge of the theory, principles and practices of grants management and budgeting. This position requires a combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree with significant coursework in public administration, public policy, grants management or a closely related field and three years directly related experience. A Master's degree may be substituted for up to two vear's of experience. (Hiring Range: $38,965 - $52,602/yr) Closes: 07/01/2005 Ref# 05-441. For additional information and to receive a required application contact Web site: wxvw.loudoun.gov or call 24-hr. job line: (703) 777-0536. Apply to both Ref 05-150 and Ref 05-169 Apply immediately. EOE GREAT FOR STUDENT OR GRAD! '91 Pont ' Grad Prix, DOHC 4 cyl, PW, PDL, Alpine CD, '1 New Headliner, Only 57L mis, runs & drives great. $1500 / obo. 703508-3778/ 540-3477790.__ 2000 Honda Accord Ex, auto, 4dr, silver, 54K mi., sun roof, am/fm cd cass, pw/dpl, $11 k obo. 703-868-8024. HONDA ACCORD EX 04 sedan, loaded, immaculate, CD. XM, Ithr, moonrf, must see, $21K OBO. 540-788-9622 '95 Honda CBR600 F#, 13K miles, $2,800. Cargo net. tank bag & 2 helmets included. 703624-2967 HONDA CRV 02: automatic, fully loaded, exc. cond.. 39K miles, AC. power locks, windows, 6 disc CD player, sunroof. $15,500. 703554.7502, after 7pm, serious inquires only. Jeep '03 Grand Cherokee Limited- loaded, V8, 4 WD, blk w/ taupe int, 10 CD changer, htd seats, 20 K mi, $23,500. 703-434-0808 LINCOLN TOWN, 97, 66K mis, tires less than 1 yr, A1 condition, $7500. 540-347-9344. MITSUBISHI 3000 GTVR4- '93, twin turbo, 5 spd, red, blk Ithr., AWD, 12 CD, 143K mi. Runs good, good cond. Best offer! 540-558-8285 NISSAN SENTRA, 01. 69K mis, 5sp, AC, stereo upgrades, great gas mileage. $5900 OBO 540-349-8781.Must sell $5001, Police Impounds! Honda's, Chevy's, Toyota's. etc. from $500. For listings 800-7498167 ext. 2416. '82 PONTIAC TRANS AM, T-Top, black, V8, loaded. Setting 7 yrs. Needs work. $500. Call 540-822-4274 PORSCHE, '01, Boxster, 5spd, extras, spec whls, 34K mis, ext cond, under warr, new tires, just Porsche serviced. $22,900 540-272-2038. SAAB 9-5 LINEAR SPORT WAGON 2003 38k mi, On-star, snrf, Ithr & new tires. $19.9k. 703-759-1311 SAAB 900S, '95, hatchback, green ext. New tires, new inspect. $1950, OBO Call Bruce 540-522-9957 SATURN, 1996, only 27K mi., mint cond., asking $5900/ obo. 1985. 703444-2971 or 703-3092305 after 5pm. Ybur Ad Could be HERE Call Today 347-4222 c MS iMfcKniiklU* ■ t* , , ■■" / SATURN SW2 '94 Station. Wagon. Great cond. 1 owner. 165K mis. 5spd. $2150/OBO. 540-338-6314 hr mso '95 Subaru Legacy Right hand drive mail wagon, AWD, new tires, excl cond. 176K mis. $5200 or BO 703-858-7854 SUBARU 1995 LEGACY SW: Great cond & corncar. New tires/ timing belt. A/C, PW, $ 4000. 304-283-3996. TOYOTA CAMRY, 11 OK mis, runs great, clean '-eliable car! $4900. 540-347-2576 TOYOTA 1997, Camry, XLE. V6, AT, all power, sunroof, 1 owner, 125K mi. $6,500. 540-3232324. TOYOTA COROLLA '95, 63K mis, excel cond, AC, AT, dual air bags, AM/FM. $4900. 540522-3395 VW BEETLE ’98 32.5K mi., auto, cruise, airbgs, exclt cond. New tires. $8000 obo 703-7711812 Great Starter Car! VW 03 TURBO gas Beetle, 5spd, P/W, P/L, alrm, heated seats, sunroof, 6 CD changer, .cy^er green w/ matching Ithr & alloy whls, 28K mis, excel cond, $13,500. 540-349-3991 JEEP Cherokee sport ‘01 4x4 Auto, pwr, Wind/locks, 178 hwy mi, AC, Rf rack, new tires, Grt cond. $6150 OBO 540-955-3885_ JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE '97. 120K mis, V8, PS, tow pkg, service maintaine,loaded,$5500 OBO. 540-364-6113 BAYLINER, '98, 2352LX limited, like new, cuddie cabin, I/O, w/ trailer & many extras. 703-4990157 / 540-752-6268. $15.000/obo BOAT SUPS FOR lease. 4 standard, 1 large, at Waters by Lake Anna on warm side. 540-4391673__ 14’ FIBERGLASS BOAT, w/ trailer, 4 strk 70hp Yahama outbrd. $3500/bo. Exc. cond. w/ new fir. 703-777-4367. LIKE NEW 02 19 FX Stingray fishing/ skiing boat w/ only 16 hrs. Stern-drive MerCruiser eng, MINN KOTA Riptide electric motor w/ 55lbs. thrust (never used), magnetic compass. pwr steering. Upgraded Kenwood CD/AM/FM, GPSMAP 168 sounder (depth finder, fish finder), 2way radio,' Xtra prop & mounting tools, cockpit & mooring covers, dual batteries, 5 Starr trailer w/ spare tire. $16K. 540-882-3437. '97 MAXUM, boat & trailer, rebuilt motor & carb. Runs excel. $13,000. 540-439-3298, 540-845-2058_ SEA-OOO )et ski, '97, XP, low hours, excel cond, w/new trailer. $3500 OBO. 540-2199900 SUNFISH 15 FT. to sail to Potomac this summer! $300 sets sail. Please call 703421-5633 Walker Bay 8 ft. w/ cover & paddles. Great w/ elec, motor on Reston lakes. Sail attachments. $550. 703-390-1008 CLASS A '96, Damon Chev MH, base storage, aux gen, AC, furnace, 2 dr fridge, micro, awning & much more! 16,500 mis, exc cond, _ $23K 540-349-8655. _ 04’ EVEREST 5TH WHEEL, 36', 3 slides, excel cond, fully loaded, must sell. $35,500. 218-« 270-0290. FLEETWOOD MALLARD 27FT 2001 slide oul- stove, refr. mw, oven, tub/shwr, qz bed sleeps 6 $11,500 703455-5264 fpr more info 99 PACE ARROW 35ft slide out loaded, ext. warranty, 25K mi, $47,000 540-955-0745 ROCKWOOD ROO, 01, 23ft, expandable in good cdnd, w/ electr. slide out. gas water heater, ducted furn, & much more! $13K, Call for apot. 540-341-4665 5TH WHEEL BY design 2005: 37', 3 electric slide outs, self contained. Sleeps 6, W/D, $23,900. 863-529-2573 CAT 963C, w/ forestry pkg, AC/heat, enclosed cab, 4 in 1 bucket, root rake w/ toe clamps. For lease 540-439-1673 1996 Classic Electra Glide, mint cond., only 2229 miles, previously owned by Riddick Bowe (Heavy Weight Champ) $13,500. Please call Robbie 571-437-3460 HD, '96, Culpeper Co. Police Road King, 12.600 mis, white, fuel injected, lots chrome, $11,847 firm. 540-9873330. 540-341-2070_ 01 KAWASAKI CONCOURS. 12K mis. Blue. Sport touring, tall WS. Well svcd excl cond. $4500. 703-431-4108 SUZUKI GSX-R600, 02 1.600 mis. Black & yellow, Excellent cond, $5,900 obo. 540-4392623. YAMAHA 2005 ZUMA Sport motor scooter, 49cc, electric, start, all terrain tires, only 300 mi, perfect cond $1700 703-444-7188 f «« OffRoad/ ATV ’01 HONDA Sports Traxx 450cc, low hrs, new battery, good cond, $3500/obo. Cash only. Call Mike 703-380-0332 1995 CHEVY 8’ TRUCK bed & cap. good cond. $750 (or both or will separate. 540-675-3548 •mw* 111tMtu apon uuny CHEVY 1999 1500 LS: 5.7L eng. well maint, great cond. pewter ext./ cloth int. all pwr„ 4x4, tow pkg. 64K $12,500. 703-926-7376. CHEVY SURBURBAN, 03' Limited, excel cond. Pewter color, tan Hhr inter, sunroof, total loaded, 6CD player, •OnStar, XM ready, quad middle seats. 40K mis, asking $28,500. 540-987-8615. CHEVY 2004 TRAILBLAZER LT: DVD, XM radio & warr. tow pkg, 17K mi, like new! 703728-8444. FORD EXCURSION LIMITED, 03, V10. 4x4, loaded, sun roof. T dvd, 6cd, 51K mis, 540825-6589. $24K/obo GMC 1994 JIMMY- Runs but needs work! $1000 or best offer. Call Brenda 703-327-4746 GMC YUKON SLT, 98, 4wd, dark blue, Ithr, tow pack, 101K mis, $8000/obo. 540-3417045 GMC YUKON XL 00, excel. cortd., pewter ext., leather, sunroof, records. $16,500. Call 540554-8884 INFINITY QX4 '01. Burgundy, 49K mis. Lthr, tow pkg, running brds. Excl cond. $18,999. Call 703-929-1481 JEEP '93 CHEROKEE auto, 4WD, V6 engine, sunroof, 156K mi., burgundy, $2K obo. Call 703-628-9777 JEEP 1997 CHEROKEE Country: 4dr, 4x4, AT, PW, PL, AM/FM/ CASS, A/C, $4200. 703-554-5322. JEEP ’94 WRANGLER, dk green, 2.5L, soft top, 102K mi, manual trans., 4WD, great in snow. 703-318-0911 KIA SORENTO, 04 EX. black, all options, Ithr, auto 4x4, only 5400 mis, like new. $20,000 OBO 540-937-2816 RANGEROVER, '03. 19k MLS, excel cond inside & out. $60,000 / obo. 540-270-8292 CATERING Truck 2001 F-350. 75K mis. Jumbo box, grill, refrigeration, steam table, $22,000. Call 407-466-4718 675 Truck*/ Pickup* m iM FORD E350, 02, 15 Box truck, V8, Tommy liftgate. Excel cond. Good tires 75K mis. $18,000. Call Ron 240-882-0976 FORD F350, Diesel 4x4 crew cab, super duty, 60K mis, call for details. $31K. 540-439-2713 / Jerry cell 540-270-6531 FORD 00 F-450 XL DUALLY, Diesel, flat bed, side tool boxes, extra tires, Western plow & Byers spreader (used 2 mos.) new insp, 81 K mi, excel, cond., $23,500. 540-882-9781 or 703-928-4255 FORD F150, 93, XLT, 5.0L, V8, 2wd, 8ft bed, ext cab. 82,500 orig mis, rebuilt trans, orig owner, $6000/obo. 540347-5996 TOYOTA PICK UP DX 4x4 '95 AC/PS/5-SP am-fm CD 111K mi. Excellent cond. $5600 703-774-3073 TOYOTA TACOMA 03 Slvr, Ex. cab, SR5, 2WD, 4 Cyl. Air CD, 10K, Bedliner, Tool box, $13,500 703-554-4414 TOYOTA TUNDRA 02 TRD 4x4 Access. 28K mi., Bedliner/cvr, Auto, CD, Tow, garaged, $21K 540-554-2435 Chevy '93 Cargo Van G10 Sport V-6, 105 K miles, excel cond, runs great, roof rack, can come equipped w/ mobile detailing equip. $3500 obo. 703-7279153 CHRYSLER T&C 01' 7 pass, silver, fulty loaded, all maint recs, 69k, xlnt cond $11,500/firm. 703-4069779 HONDA ODYSSEY '97. good cond in/out, 84K mis, AC, loaded, am/fm cass. $7500. 540-3477843__ HONDA, 1995, Odyssey. New engine & tires. Good cond. $6,400/ obo. 703-815-6077 or 703-296-0659. TOYOTA PREVIA v93 pwr wind/lock, alarm, CD, ac recharged, good gas mileage, $3000obo 703-771-6311 TOYOTA '99 SIENNA LE, 84 K mi., tow pkg., remote start, new tires & brakes, runs great. $9,900. 703-569-3171 TOYOTA '99 SIENNA XLE, 81 K mi., Ithr, pwr. door/seats, sunroof, all maint. records-dealer serviced. 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