Rappahannock News, July 28, 2005

— sm Rappahannock County's Family Newspaper Since 1877 127th Year ... No. 30 Phone (540)675-3338 THURSDAY, JULY 28, 2005 Worldwide at timescommunity.com - AW O'" r-70 Z*-(o-c =... _ # n XOO ^ X m-n ^ w 5£ n o —* rtn i a n £ T *0 0 u 2: ro 3> o04 qN o w '■D 50 Cents Taking water to the edge down the drain By Monty Tayloe Rappahannock News Staff Writer , Preserving the traditional look of the Tbwn of Washington while meeting the needs of water customers were the main issues addressed at the fifth joint meeting of the Tbwn Council and the Tbwn Planning Commission to discuss the proposed revisions to the Comprehensive Plan. Milton Herd of Herd Planning and Design presented a new proposed draft based on the input from earlier meetings, this time basing the future water services of Washington’s projected 60,000 gallon a day capacity around the town‘s current zoning. At one point in these joint discussions, it was suggested to provide water/sewer services to all within the town’s boundaries. In this new draft, Washington is divided up into primary and secondary service areas. The primary area is the core part of town, where the majority of businesses are located and residences are closer together. The secondary service area is the more outlying parts of town, those identified on zoning maps as rural residential areas. “Where the town is more rural and the houses aren’t cheek to jowl,” explained Rappahannock County Zoning Administrator John McCarthy. The new draft prioritizes the extension of water service based on these designations. The rationale behind parceling out town water service based on th zoning system is that it uses lines that people are already familiar and comfortable with. “The zoning has such inertia, such history. It’s very firm, defensible. A good solid line of convenience based on inertia,” explained Herd. According to Herd’s presentation the hierarchy would be as follows: 1. Failing Sewer and Septic systems regardless of location. 2. Existing structures within the Primary Service Area 3. Areas of Government use regardless of location. 4. New Structures in the Primary Service Area. 5. Existing structures in the Secondary Service area. See WATER, Page A2 Meetings & Notices • On Monday, August 1 the Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors will meet at 2 p.m. There will be no 7 p.m. meeting. The 2 p.m. meeting will be at the Rappahannock County Courthouse on Gay Street. The agenda will include: Old business: Rt. 645 Tapps Ford Rd. Bridge Project New Business: Donation from Rappahannock County Conservation Alliance; Appointments: Water & Sewer Authority Vacancy (term expires on October 8, 2005); Correspondence: Letter re: Work Camp, VDOT Report; Information: July Building Permit Report; Closed Session: S2.23711 A.1., Personnel; Proposed Amendment, Family Apartments (continued until September 7 meeting) • On Thursday, August 4 the Rappahannock County Water and Sewer Authority will met at 7:30 p.m. at the Rappahannock County Courthouse on Gay Street. I Rappahannock News P.O. Box 59 Washington. Va. 22747 (540) 67|-3338 (540) 675-3G88 (fax) MOTORCYCLE MESS: Above, Trooper Don Corbin looks over one of the three bikes involved in a three motorcycle accident that occurred in Sperryville over the weekend. Both the Flint Hill and Washington Volunteer Fire and Rescue squads responded. FATAL: Deputy Gary Jenkins surveyed the crashed motorcycle which collided with a guard rail. The patient was taken to Page Memorial Hospital where he was pronounced dead. Photos by Ann Spieker Seven crashes in county Four motorcyclists injured and one dead over weekend By Monty Tayloe Rappahannock News Staff Writer Rappahannock County experienced a rash of motorcycle crashes over the weekend, with multiple accidents resulting in four injured motorcyclists and one fatality. All but one of the motorcycle accidents over the weekend are believed by deputies to have occurred due to the motorcyclist’s loss of control, and three of the accidents involved groups of riders. Rappahannock County Sheriff Larry Sherertz believes that the the unusual amount of similar accidents represents a reoccurring problem in the county. These are persistent issues. We have the performance of the motorcycles outstripping the riders’ ability to use them,” said Sherertz. Fatality Virginia State Police are still investigating the death of Timothy B. Ezell, a 28-year-old from Springfield, Massachusetts. Ezell was active duty Air Force, and stationed at Andrews Air Force Base. At around 12:30 p.m. on Sunday Ezell was riding his motorcycle westbound on US 211 with two other motorcyclists from Andrews when he apparently lost control of his bike and struck the right guardrail, fully ejecting him from his vehicle. His companions were some distance behind and have told police they did not witness the accident. “Nobody saw anything. That’s what I'm dealing See CRASHES, Page A2 Variance request denied By Monty Tayloe Rappahannock News Staff Writer After over an hour of Executive Session, The Rappahannock County Board of Zoning Appeals(BZA) voted 3 to 2 against granting a zoning variance to the AmissviUe Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company (AVFRC) Friday night. This decision may lead to the issue being appealed before the Circuit Court. The majority of the meeting was spent on the issue of re-zoning a one and a half acre parcel of land donated to the AVFRC. The parcel is surrounded by Route 729 and Route 676, and “setbacks” or legal requirements for how far from a roadway residences may be located currently prevent any building on the site. The AVFRC wanted the variance so they could sell the parcel far more money as a possible residential property. The BZA moved not to make an exception because they did not find that “granting of the variance would alleviate a clearly demonstrable hardship.” All three members of the board who voted against the variance cited the absence of a specific planned building as central to their objections. Legally speaking The AVFRC, represented by local attorney David Konick, contended the parcel would be worth around $75,000 if it were legal to build a house on the parcel. Konick arrived at the figure of $75,000 after consulting with real estate appraiser Alvin Henry, who testified before the Board on Friday. Without a variance and therefore no possibility of building a house on the land, its value has been estimated at anywhere from $5,000 to $10,000, based on county tax assessments and Henry’s testimony. Konick argued to the Board that this decrease is “a hardship approaching confiscation. It is almost [the BZA’s] primary function to prevent such takings or preventions.” No variance County residents Clyde Humphrey and Gwen Hays, a married couple who own land neighboring the parcel in question, asked the BZA not to grant the variance. They contend that since without a variance the AVFRC could still sell the land, the current zoning status does not amount to a confiscation. “The only use this applicant has for the property is to sell it for cash to finance fire and rescue operations. Denying the requested variance does not restrict that use,” explained Humphrey in a letter which he read aloud at the BZA meeting. Hays and See BZA, Page A2 A Dinner guests It was just around 7 p.m. on a recent July evening when Allen Rexlinger realized that he had dinner guests. It was a mama bear and her three cubs who had come unexpectedly to dine on the wild blackberries growing in Rexlinger's yard. “I looked twice," said Rexlinger. ‘The mama only had three legs.” . Photos by Allen Rexlinger Newsmakers Impact Virginia! Several churches played host to youth missionaries who helped fix up local houses. See Page A10. Barbershop blessings Local barber John Eubanks of Sperryville has been cutting hair and chatting it up for decades. See Page B1. ‘Process Revealed’ There's a new show at the Middle Street Gallery that invites you to share in the creative process. See Page B1. Contentment What are the essential ingredients for an idyllic life? Perhaps a blacksmith holds the key. See page A7

Hearing held on zoning changes By Bill Kossler Rappahannock News Staff VVriter The Rappahannock County Planning Commission held a public hearing on two proposed amendments to the family apartment provisions of the Rappahannock zoning code. They passed the proposal previously in closed session. The meeting Wednesday provided the public with an opportunity, after the fact, to speak and to question the Commission. The Board of Supervisors must now vote whether to enact the changes suggested by the Planning Commission. In the law, a family apartment is a secondary apartment,, near a primary housesuch as a mother-in-law cottage or a garage apartment, built for family members to live in. While you may not build two large houses right next to one another, or fill a single residential plot of land with rental houses, you may build a family apartment. The code tries to make it difficult to use this exception as a loophole for building rental properties willy nilly around your property. These changes would make the law easier and simpler to interpret and apply. They do not appear to affect the substance of the law. Here are the Commission’s proposed changes. The portions listed in italics would be taken out, and the section in bold type they propose to put into the code: §170-62 G. Additional standards for family apartments. (1) Such Use shall contain not more than 1,200 square feet of living space. If such living space is in a structure (other than an otherwise permitted single family home) that includes other accessory space, then it must be served by a separate entrance to the outside of the structure in which it is contained, and there can be no access connection between the family apartment and the balance of the structure. Such use shall contain not more than 1,200 total square feet of combined living and storage space. Storage space shall include basements, garages, crawl spaces of five feet or greater in height and attic spgices not constructed qf trusses with a pitch of nine to twelve (9:12) or greater. Carports shall be excluded from storage space calculation unless it is planned to close in the same at a later date; if excluded, then carports may not be enclosed later. Such use may be in a separate building constructed specifically for the use. Further, excluding renovation of existing structures, no such family apartment shall be more than 200 feet from the main residence, except upon a written finding by the BZA, to be recorded in the permit, that exceptional topographic conditions exist on the site (or that a negative impact on adjacent properties may be mitigated), such that varying this limit shall not act to the detriment of the public interest, upon which finding the BZA may grant such separation as it deems appropriate. No family apartment shall utilize a separate entrance to the property unless such entrance is already in existence. For apartments to be constructed in existing accessory buildings, the amount ofliv ing space shall be no more than 1,000 square feet and the limitation on enclosed utility! storage / accessory space shall not apply. In no case shall accessory space be converted to residential occupancy,... Lantern Lane Bed and Breakfast discussed at Commission. Approved by BZA Walter and Deborah Craig, owners of the Lantern Lane Farm applied to the Commission for a special use permit to operate a bed afm breakfast and an equestrian center. They have mewed their bed and breakfast fitapi Dodson Road, in Culpeper, to 16, Lantern Lane, in Viewtown. They have already built the facilities. With several qualifiers, the Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval. The Commission wanted two questions answered: Does having a plot of land straddling two counties legally make the plot only the size of that portion in the local jurisdiction, for zoning purposes? And is the right of way of the Craig’s access road as wide as the law requires? If neither of the answers presents any obstacles, the Commission recommends approval, with two conditions: TTiere can only be seven overnight guests and no more than eight customer cars parked at any one time. Since the Commission meeting, both issues have been settled in the Craig’s favor and the Board of Zoning Appeals have approved their application. Bill Kossler can be reached at bkossler@timespapers.com Water From Page A1 6. Undeveloped property in the Secondary Service Areas. Therefore, no properties hi the secondary service will be connected to the renovated town water and sewer service until the town government is satisfied that there is capacity to fill the needs of both existing and potential new structures within the primary service area. Tbwn Attorney John Bennett considered the focus on water for the town core to be positive. “One of the strengths of this plan is that the secondary is not competing with the town core, ” said Bennett. Concerns were expressed during the meeting about the time frame for extending sewer and water to the secondary service area. Planning Commission Chairman Gary Schwartz pointed out that the time was undefined. “There is no magic five year plan, it just might not come up until the next comprehensive plan,” explained Schwarz. A historic view Along with prioritizing the inclusion of water customers, Herd’s presentation also emphasized the preservation of the shape and look of the town. Included in the proposed plan are provisions to maintain the 2x5 street grid and discourage new public roads. Herd even outlined possible situations in which property owners would allow private lanes to cut through their property to serve as access to the lots of other owners. The idea is that private lanes wouldn’t be subject to VDOT regulations and therefore could be better tailored to preserve the viewscape of Washington. This was met with some skepticism by Vice-Mayor Reinhardt Lynch. “You have a private road going through one landowner to the second landowner, who’s going to let cars go through his property? How is that going to work?” queried Lynch. Guarding the borders A further innovation in this proposed draft of the Tbwn’s Comprehensive plan is where the new pipes will be installed. Herd’s presentation at the joint meeting suggested laying the new pipe just inside the lines of the primary service area, instead of right on the line as has been the previous system. This is to prevent properties which adjoin the primary service area or sit on the line from claiming that their proximity to the water system entitles them to service no matter the priority level of their property in the Comprehensive Plan. This is one of several strategies built into the plan to avoid legal challenges once it is approved. If aspiring builders can successfully challenge in court parts of what will become the Tbwn’s Comprehensive Plan, then it will become more difficult for the town to control its growth. “I,'you suddenly have pipes everywhere, there would be tremendous pressure W allow development outside [the boundaries set up by the council]” explained Herd. The final location of the pipes is still in doubt, however, because it was pointed out by the council that the new proposed locations for the pipes do not match up with the design for the new water system created by engineer Herb White. Herd assured the council that the issue will be addressed at the next joint meeting. Monty Tayloe may be reached at mtayloe@timespapers.com Crashes From Page A1 with here,” said Virginia State Trooper Chris Roop, brought over from Fauquier County to investigate the accident. Rescue personnel at the scene described Ezell as “severely injured” and transported him to Page Memorial Hospital where he was pronounced dead. Three down In an incident involving a similar loss of control on Sunday at 11:45 a.m., Larry Neal of Waldorf, Maryland was riding west on Route 647 at the head of a group of 10 motorcyclists when he inadvertently crossed into the eastbound lane. Neal’s Kawasaki motorcycle struck the the front of a 1998 Dodge pickup driven by Jesse Roberts of Marshall, Virginia. Roberts was riding with two male companions. According to State Trooper Don Corbin, Neal’s bike “bounced, and then collected the second vehicle behind it, and they collected the third [motorcycle]” Neal was severely injured and BZA From page A1 Humphrey presented several other arguments against the variance, all centering around technicalities and very precise interpretations of relevant laws. Humphrey and Hays objected to the variance because they are concerned that granting it could weaken the law and provide loopholes that could be exploited by developers. “One precedent can give [developers] the chance to break the covenants and the codes,” explained Hays. Sharp’s suggestion After hearing the arguments of both parties, the BZA withdrew into a secluded executive session to review court cases and laws relevant to their decision. The BZA was assisted by local attorney Douglas Baumgartner, brought in to advise on this case since Commonwealth’s Attorney 11 tWSBPKBJW w )) ^ Thursday, July 28th 6:30 p.m. 1 BLUE GRASS MUSIC by Richard Brady and I THE SHENANDOAH TRAVELERS I (Bring your own lawn chair and enjoy!) * S3®S? July 29th 6:45 p.m. Parade begins Promptly 1 BBO, CHICKEN (tom* early and get a good viewing location) BURGERS HOT DOGS BEEr BBO CROWNING of the Honorary Fire Chief, Little DESSERTS Miss * Jun'or Miss f*'nt HiH RAFFLE of black angus heifer donated CARNIVAL RIDES by w R We)ch 4 Sonj GAMES RAFFLE of 2005 Chevy Colorado pick-up truck BIBOO Carnival Begins at 6:30 Each Night PORT RING FamliFim Please Job Us! Yes! □ Please enter my new subscription to: fiappahatmock Nevus , .tHev* Subscription Rates By . - Rappahannock.s21/Vyear-^<^ Elsewhere in the U.S.$27.°°/ycar ' It? Name ____ Address ____ City State Zip. Mai) subscriptions an: payable in advance. 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However, Sharp’s proposal was met with little, response and the Board voted 3-2 to deny the variance. Charles Estes II, Jennifer Matthews and Chairman Weinberg voted down the proposal, with Farrell Nicholas and Vice-Chdirman Sharp dissenting. As he left the meeting following the decision, AVFRC president Jack Atkins told the board that he would “see them in court,” and Mr. Konick confirmed that Mr Atkins will be meeting with the Board of Directors of the AVFRC, seeking approval to appeal the BZA’s decision to the Circuit court. Heated discussion The dynamics between attorney David Konick and some members of the BZA was somewhat strained throughout the meeting, especially when Konick presented his initial position to the Board. As Konick spoke about the testi Photo by Richard Lykes DENIED: In the end, the Rappahannock Board of Zoning Appeals denied the request from the Amissville Volunteer Fire Department for a variance. mony of real estate appraiser Alvin Henry, BZA chairman Robert Weinberg repeatedly interrupted Konick’s presentation. “I don’t mean to cut you off but at this point we must proceed,” said Weinberg on one of his interruptions. As part of his arguments Konick referenced several court cases that had not been previously introduced in this case and Weinberg was dissatisfied with the amount of notice Konick gave the board. “When should the board Ends July 31st Last 4 Daysl 20% - 50% OFF On Selected Items: French Tablecloths, Towels, Placemats, Napkins, Lighting, Bath & Fragrance, Glassware, Purses, Scarves, Candles, Stationery, Furniture, Florals, Pillows, Books, Children’s Items 307 Main St., Washington, VA 540.675.1411 NOW OPEN EVERYDAY! 10-6 review these cases? I think your request is unreasonable, Mr. Konick,” said Chairman Weinberg. As Konick defended his introduction of the new cases, he became visibly angry at Weinberg’s interruptions. “Sir, I would like the opportunity to respond without being cut off for the millionth time,” exclaimed Konick. The meeting continued to be acrimonious. Attempting to counter the objections reused by Humphrey and Hays, Mr Konick challenged their reasons for becoming involved. “This case is about people who don’t want a house next door to them and are too cheap to buy it from the fire department . . .it’s absolute slander to use the word greed about the volunteer fire department. I can’t think of anything more stupid,” said Konick. Monty Tayloe can be reached at mtayloe@timespapers.com airlifted to Fairfax Hospital. The third motorcyclist, Darrel Compton of Andrews Air Force Base, was transported to Fauquier Hospital with multiple fractures and Rauf Rashid of Bowie, Maryland was driving the second motorcycle and sustained only minor injuries. Roberts and his companions in the pickup were unharmed. Crest Hill Road The third accident over the weekend involving a group of motorcyclists occurred on Saturday at 12:45 p.m. at the one lane bridge on Route 647. Bruce Hagues and Edward H. Coleman lost control of their Honda RC-51 motorcycles while crossing the bridge and collided with the railings which line the bridge. The railings were destroyed and the motorcycles totaled, but both men escaped with no injuries. Sherertz believes that Rappahannock County is particularly attractive to groups of motorcyclists because of its winding roads and mountainous terrain. The sheriff claims that some riders use the roads of the area as a timed racetrack. “Many people choose to ignore the belief that there’s a web site out there . . .they can post their best time going from the bottom of the mountain to the top of the mountain.” If such a website were found, police could seize the vehicles of those involved for participating in “a prearranged contest of speed.” “Younger folks get Daytona style racing bikes with clip on handlebars and fairings. If one of them wants to get away from you, they’re going to do it,” explained Sherertz. Harley down 1 The only motorcycle accident over the weekend to buck the trend of groups of high speed motorcyclists happened in Sperryville near the intersection of Route 522 and US 211 at 4 p.m. on Sunday. James Jons of Clifton, VA totaled his 2005 Harley V-ride when he collided with a 1999 Dodge Ram driven by Zachary Skinner of Madison, VA. 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Continuing heat wave prompts health message—‘Stay CooP The Rappahannock-Rapidan Health District wants residents to protect themselves and their community from heat-related illnesses throughout the ongoing heat-wave across the state in recent weeks. “Summer is a wonderful time to get outdoors to participate in the many recreational and sporting activities, cultural festivals, and county fairs around our region,” said Lilian Peake, M.D., M.P.H., Health Director for the Rappahannock-Rapidan Health District. “However, this year residents need to, pay particularly close attention to the extreme heat we’ve been experiencing. Heat stroke can target the elderly, but anyone who spends time outside, or in non-airconditioned locations is at risk for heat stroke and other heat illnesses,” she said. Heat stroke is the most serious heat related illness. It occurs when the body is unable to control its temperature: the body’s temperature rises rapidly, loses its ability to sweat, and is unable to cool down. Elderly people do not adjust, as well as young people, to sudden changes in temperatures. Also, people who take prescription medications could be impaired in their body s ability to regulate its temperature or ability to perspire. Look out for the warning signs of heat stroke Heat stroke can cause death or permanent disability if emergency treatment is not provided quickly. There are several warning signs people should look for during prolonged, extreme heat exposure: Extremely high body temperature (above 103 degrees) Red, hot, <hy skin (no sweating) Rapid, strong pulse Dizziness, nausea, paleness Throbbing headache Shallow, fast breathing If these symptoms are present, call for immediate medical assistance. While medics are en route, caretakers should get the symptomatic person to a cool, shady area. Cooling the person, with either a hose, cool shower, or tub bath is important. Monitoring the person’s temperature and continuing cooling efforts is critical. Dr. Peake reminds residents that while children, the elderly, and people with certain medical conditions are at greater risk for heat illnesses, people who participate in physical outdoor activities or drink alcohol are also at increased risk. She advises “air conditioning is the best way to protect people from heat related illness. Fans may be helpful, at certain temperatures, but research and history shows us that fan usage does not reduce mortality risk during heat-waves and can actually increase heat stress if used improperly.” Please stay cool The Rappahannock Health District and Virginia Department of Health recommends residents take the following actions to help stay cool and avoid heat related illness this summer: Drink plenty of fluids- 2-4 glasses each hour. Tb replace salt and minerals lost from sweating, drink fruit juice or sports beverage during exercise or when working outside. (If you’re on a fluid-restricted diet, diuretics, or low-salt diet, ask your doctor) Keep cool indoors. Stay in air-conditioning. Shower or take cool baths. Plan outdoor activities around the heat. If you must go outside, go in the morning or at night when it’s cooler. Resting frequently when you are outside will give your body a chance to recover from the heat. Avoid sunburn and wear light clothing. Sunburn limits your body’s ability to keep cool Rappahannock Quick Takes • Local food aficionados are thrilled that Tom Nash has returned as the chef to the Thornton River Grille in Sperryville. Welcome back Tom! • Best wishes are extended to Paul Farmer, President of the Rappahannock Environmental League, who outlived his vanagon. While the 1991 VW van is no longer viable, Paul is still vertical and still has a passion for the sounds of old time radio. While mourning his loss, Paul is happy the vehicle went out with flare albeit flames which mercifully spared him. • For those of you Harry Potter fans that didn’t make the trek into Northern Virginia, R.H. Ballard is cartying J.K. Rowling’s latest “Harry Potter and the HalfBlood Prince.” • The signs are springing up around the county - fresh peaches are now bountiful. Most of them are waiting to be made into a fresh cobbler or pie. • Speaking of pie, be sure and r check out Flint Hill columnist Richard Brady’s piece this week. He’s got a quick and delicious recipe for blackberry pie that can be frozen and enjoyed when the hills aren’t ripe with those delicious berries. • While accepting the truism that most Rappahannock folks aren’t particularly interested in what is happening outside of this county, there are busy things afoot around the Dulles corridor and the airport itself which aren’t to be discounted for this county does contain travelers and there are those who do commute. So, when you come across the articles about theT)ulles corridor, thank your blessings it’s not quite in our backyard, and take note of their challenges. • Freelancer Don Audette finished up his series on wastewater treatement facilities and took a departure by writing a piece on ‘contentment.” His visit to a 1730s forge inspired his menta) meanderings which readers will find interesting and reflective. • The Rappahannock News A Tribute to A Bit of Rappahannock... When the fietds are fresh and green, ‘tis then ofd lB(ac(i1(pcl<ishou(d Be seen. Its hills and meadows most serene, can readily inspire a poet's dream. When storms threaten, as they often do, ‘Blacky‘-KPff,takes on a different hue. 9{p matter w%at the time of year, we always hold our Bfackidear. It 's always tfu,re to excite emotion, and rekpuCTe anew our great devotion. I’ve traveled far, By sea and air, and never have f ound a (and so fair (As B(acf ‘-Kpcf (Fa rm with its tranquil air. --Oack^FIwyer In Loving Memory of John J. Dwyer January 10,1919 - July 27, 2003 has a new full-time writer. His name is Monty Tayloe and he’s already made an appearance at the most recent joint meeting of the Town Planning Commission and Town Council. Monty will be covering town government and cops and courts as his major beat along with features. Monty joined our staff on July 20. Many of you have already met Bill Kossler, our new parttime writer, who started in June. Bill will be taking on county government and schools as his major area of focus as well as features. Speaking of features, be sure and read his story on John Eubanks in this issue. It’s not only a good read, it’s a testiment to a man and his craft. A curious coincidence. 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Editorial & Opinion A4 -&appafjannocfe iSetofiEstablished 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 pm, Monday-Friday Member, Audit Bureau of Circulations www.TimesCommunity.com THURSDAY, JULY 28, 2005 Our View Manic over motorcycles This past weekend saw a record number of motorcycle accidents in Rappahannock County resulting in several injuries and one fatality. Local fire and rescue squads acted quickly in transporting injured riders to neighboring hospitals or arranging for them to be airlifted. Folks heard helicopters, traffic was stopped, troopers, were busy and our sheriff is not only alarmed but distraught. None of the riders were from Rappahannock County. The accident involving three motorcycles was a group from Maryland. It was a miracle really that not , all ten were involved as once the first one hit the truck it caused a domino effect for the next ones in fine. Residents along Crest Hill Road have a grim reminder. Part of the bridge over Hickman’s run is gone now with only yellow ribbons to remind them that guard rails were once in place. Having motorcyclists injured on Rappahannock’s scenic roads could send a red flag to the Virginia Department of Transportation that even more safety features should be considered - what would they be? Widening once one-lane roads? More signs to slow down? More paving? The royal blue helmet and downed bike lying along US 211 are the last vision for friends of the 28-year-old that died after flying off his motorcycle. In all these incidences, officials have agreed that ‘loss of control’ was the main ingredient. Too much bike and too little experience. This editor rode a motorcycle years ago - another life. Trust me - I don’t need any ‘motorcycle mama’ jokes. My experience was short and not so sweet. When the Harley hit the ground, so did I. With several more weeks of summer ahead, there will undoubtedly be more motorcycle riders testing the roads of Rappahannock. Some will be veteran riders, others not. Be mindful of them. Hopefully they will ride in and out again safely. What’s with the water? There was a joint meeting this week between the Town Planning Commission and the Town , Council. Two huge issues face town officials at the same time - updating the Town’s Comprehensive Plan and building a water/sewer facility. Once again, those two parallel issues continue to race against each other and when their paths cross the results are disconcerting at best. But the biggest issue is controlling growth. Will it be done by the size of the treatment facility? Or will it be done by strict ordinances in the Comprehensive Plan? Either? Neither? Current discussion suggests creating primary and secondary areas. If you’re in the ‘P’ zone you’re good, you'll get water. If you’re in the ‘S’ zone, you won’t. Part of this thinking doesn’t seem fair. It’s like putting heat on the first floor of your house and holding off putting heat on the second floor even though you've got children sleeping up there. You figure that if there’s no heat up there your kids won’t have friends over for a sleepover. There must be another way to control development without discriminating against your own family. Guide debuts Today’s the day. This issue marks the first for the Rappahannock Guide. While many of our sister papers have produced their own guides on an annual basis, this is the first for Rappahannock. Hope that you enjoy it! Letters Thoughts on motorcycle mayhem The weekend of July 23 and 24, we witnessed a number of accidents in the county involving motorcycles. I am told several people were injured and there was one fatality. Our condolences and prayers go out to those who were injured and to the family of the deceased. I rode motorcycles for over 20 years. I rode hard-tail choppers, with 17-inch extended front ends. I rode powerful, multi-cylindered sport bikes, and I rode a big 1,000 cc BMW with full fairing and bags. I loved every one of them. I loved riding a motorcycle. It was easy to love. Motorcycles are fun. Motorcycles are fast. Motorcycles will kill you if you don’t know what you’re doing and if you lose respect for the laws of physics. It doesn’t take a lot to learn how to ride a motorcycle. Just about anybody can do it. It doesn’t take a lot to get in way over your head when you think you have learned to control your bike. When you think this is the most fun you’ve ever had and you can handle this machine and anything the highway throws at you. That’s when you lose. That’s when the laws of physics catch up with you, and if you are very lucky, you live to tell about it. And if you aren’t, someone else will have to tell your story for you. It is very possible that every one of the motorcycle accidents that occurred in this county this year, happened to someone who was operating their motorcycle in the safest manner possible. It is possible that they were obeying the speed limit, and were doing everything they should have been doing to have a safe ride. It’s possible. It is possible that the number of man hours spent by the volunteer fire and rescue units in the county responding to motorcycle accidents is insignificant. It’s possible that the emergency resources available in this county are almost limitless. It’s possible that while these volunteers were on call to another motorcycle accident, there was no one else in the county who needed any emergency or rescue services for a fall or a heart attack or a stroke. It’s possible. All of these things are possible. They sure as hell aren’t very likely. What has been the response to these accidents? Is that response adequate? What else should be done? What else can be done? I wish I had the answers. Consider the following as a suggestion. There are situations where all of us have to give up some of our civil liberties when it benefits the greater good. It truly pains me to say that, but it’s true. Look at what’s happening in the subways of New York after the London terrorist bombings. Individual riders of the subways are having their bags checked by subway and law enforcement officials. Some say this is an infringement of their civil rights, that they ought not be subjected to searches of their personal belongings. For the time being, at least, the searches are continuing, and, from the poll results I have seen, a majority of the people believe these searches are justified for the protection of all the people who use that particular transit system. Of course, if we knew who the terrorists were, we would just stop the ones with the explosive material in their backpacks. We could just put up a sign before you go into the subway stations, and say, “All terrorists, please report to the bomb squad for detonation.” We wouldn’t have to stop everybody and search them. No reason to do that. Of course, we don’t know who the terrorists are. We have to respond in whatever way we can to make our lives safer. And all of us have to suffer a bit, and have our bags examined and our personal space invaded. That’s because, supposedly, we don’t know what terrorists look like. Now, I don’t know about you, but I have been able to tell the difference between a motorcycle and a car for a long time. And, yet, our response to motorcycle riders wht> don’t obey the laws of the highway and common sense, is to put restrictions on everybody. We have lowered the speed limits, for everybody, motorcycles and four wheel vehicles alike. Why? Were too many cars going over the bank? Were two many trucks sliding under the guardrails due to excessive speed? And rumble strips? Don’t even get me started. Why should I have the suspension of my car or truck tested to its limits and my teeth rattled because someone on a motorcycle wants to see a few sparks when he goes around dead man’s turn? Why? It makes no sense to me. Does anyone honestly believe that the individual who does not obey the 55 MPH speed limit, is going to obey a 45 MPH speed limit? Or a 35 MPH speed limit? Or even a 25 MPH speed limit? Should our law enforcement officials target motorcyclists? No. Absolutely not. The radar that is set up to help deter speeders should result in tickets to anyone who is breaking the laws of the highway, whether they are driving cars, motorcycles, trucks or horse drawn carriages. Should law enforcement have a visible presence on Fodderstack Road, Crest Hill Road, Luray mountain and other favorite twisty roads in the county? Absolutely. Should they ticket anyone breaking the law? Absolutely. Is that targeting motorcyclists? It is no^. It is simply putting your resources where you know the problem exists. I happen to know the sheriff in this county. He’s a good fellow, and he has some great people working for him. And I know he wants to get his arms around this problem. He, too, has limited resources. They can’t be everywhere at once. And yet, somehow, we need to send a strong message. And that message should be, welcome to Rappahannock County. Come, sit with us, eat with us, and enjoy the beautiful piece of this planet we call home. But, if you misbehave and endanger the lives of the people who live here and the others who come here to visit, it’s going to cost you. Big time. Richard Brady Flint Hill Down Memory Lane From Back Issues of the Rappahannock News 40 YEARS AGO July 29,1965 Champ Carney, son of Mr. and Mrs. John G. Carney, Jr. of Woodville, will leave by plane from Friendship Airport Friday for a month’s visit in the Virgin Islands. He will spend the time with his uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Williams , Jr. at St. Croix. Fort McClellan, Ala. - Cadet Nancy C. Latham, daughter of Mrs. Sarah Latham, Amissville, is attending a summer orientation program at the U.S. Women’s Army Corps Center here. The four-week College Junior Program is designed to give the college Students a knowledge of career opportunities available to her as an officer in the Women’s Army Corps and her first orientation of life in the Army. ... A memorable experience for Cadet Latham will be a 3-day trip to the Infantry Center, Fort Benning, Ga., where she will see the training that rangers, paratroopers and infantrymen receive. Shopping for Ironing Board. Today's homemaker may shop for an ironing board only two or three times in her life, says Miss Amelia Fuller, home economist at Virginia Tech. Some homemakers still use the same board they started with many years ago, but such equipment lacks many of the labor saving features of newer models. When shopping for an ironing board: Look for stability. Ask to see the table opened to positions in which you are likely to use it at home. Feel the table when it is in position to see if it is firm. Open and close the ironing board while in the store to see if it is easy to move into place. Note the adjustment levers. Most ironing tables today are adjustable. This makes the board adjustable to different persons, as well as for standing or sitting while working with it. Be sure the lever holds Rappahannock remembers... Mrs. Zephyr Glasker, 82-year old Woodville gardener, holds one of the giant, 15 pound cabbages she grew with no extra watering. The huge plant, one of about 20 in her garden, is not unusual, at least not for Mrs. Glasker. She grows them that big every year from plants she sets out in April. She plans to make umpteen gallons of sauerkraut from this year's harvest. Photo by Daphne Hutchinson L tightly to positions you desire. Left-handed persons should look for a table that has a lever on both sides. ... 25 YEARS AGO July 31, 1980 The excitement of the silver screen will return to Rappahannock County with the grand opening of the Mountain Magic Cinema and Theater in early September. Freeman Allan plans to “bring people’s entertainment consciousness back to Rappahannock” by showing a combination of new releases and timeless classics at the old theater on Gay Street. The habit of driving to Front Royal and Culpeper for Letters to the Editor We welcome your opinions and comments. Letters must be exclusive to the Rappahannock News, must be signed and include the writer’s telephone number and home address which can be verified (not for publication). Due to space limitations, published letters are subject to abridgment for length, accuracy and clarity. For the best chance of publication, letters should be 250 words or less. Longer letters from those with special experience on a current issue may be published as a guest column (with your photo). While unable to acknowledge letters, we appreciate your views towards the newspaper’s editorial values. Letters should be addressed to Letters to the Editor, Rappahannock News, P.O. Box 59, Washington, Va. 22747 and submitted via U S. Mail, Fax (675-3088) or by e-mail (asherman@timespapers.com). J entertainment is starting to be a luxury we can’t afford because of gas prices,” Freeman said, in explaining why he’s decided to reopen the old theater that last played to full houses with a regular weekly schedule during the 1940s to the ‘60s.... 10 YEARS AGO August 2,1995 Testing to determine the extent of ground water contamination at the Aileen property in Flint Hill has been completed. National Environmental Technologies of Charlotte, N.C., was hired as the consultant by Aileen to do the study. According to Don Litten, utility manager at Aileen, the three-inch thick report was to be sent to both the Department of Environmental Quality and the State Health Department on July 31... Billy von Till, a hydrogeologist at DEQ who is th project manager for the Aileen case, said that his office has received several reports since the testing began. Last year, it was reported that trichloroethylene (TCE) was detected in the well water at the Aileen plant. Since then, said Mr. von Till, tests have shown that the ground water and both wells at the plant are also contaminated with 1,1 dichloroethane (DCA), 1,1 dichloroethane (DCE), tetrachloroethene (PCE) and 1,1,1 trichloroethane (TCA) All are toxic chemicals which have entered the wells and groundwater due to leakage of solvents from the plant.

Rappahannock Lions Club elects new officers By Jax C ^atterbuck The Rappahannock Lion’s Club annual picnic was held on Thursday, July 15 at the county park. It’s always a major event and a festive celebration of family, fun and fellowship and country-style feasting for all. Aside from plentiful food what makes these traditional picnics so important is the official purpose of these parties. July brings a changing of the guard within the Lions; leadership. This year, Waller Jones brought in the swearingin and installation of the ‘05-06’ officers. Past-President Ken Marlor turned over the gavel to President David A. Hilty who will be very ably supported by First Vice-President Bob Lander, second Vice-President Dave Covington, and third VicePresident, Larry Grove. Bill Crosley accepted the duties of secretary while Charlie Shear accepted the duties of TVeasurer. Membership will be handled by Bob Darby, Arlen Ingman is an entertaining Tail Twister and Steve Miller as the _ Lion Tamer. Completing the board membership were Roger Andrews, Tbm Tapper, Bob Anderson, Joel Daczewitz and Bob Metcalfe as directors. Most of you are aware of the many good deeds that are done for the Rappahannock community by the Lions Club programs. It is a service organization that is committed to our community, with the mission to “create and foster a spirit of understanding among all people for humanitarian needs by providing voluntary services through community involvement and international cooperation.” lb that end, the members of the Rappahannock Lions Club raise funds to provide services and opportunities in the community. The club sponsors a Sight and Hearing Van which visits the county public and private schools. Members use the In times like these, let’s look at life for what it really is Sometimes life seems so pointless and there doesn’t seem to be any reason to go on. At times like these, we might stand back, get some perspective and look at life for what it really is. On the morning rush hour on July 7, bombs exploded at four different points in London, England. At least 50 people were killed in the explosions and about 700 were injured, Explosives were placed on three separate subway trains and one double-decker bus, reported The New York Times. In the recent terrorist attacks in London, it is reasonable to assume that more changes will be made to American security. But what else can we do? Haven’t we already given away many rights, possibly even our constitutional rights, under the Patriot Act? Doesn’t our nation unofficially support racial profiling in airports? If these immoral measures are options for the United States government, what hope do we have for the future? Even as these questions run through our minds, changes are occurring that concern our national security. Many are worried that, despite the billions of dollars that the Bush Administration has invested in national security, attacks similar to those in London could easily happen in the United States. The recent tragic acts of terrorism are unprecedented in the American experience. Children, like many peopje, may be confused or frightened by the news and will look to adults for information and guidance on how to react. I Rappy Snappy Says Jan Clatterbuck Establishing the peace We as parents can help our children cope by establishing a sense of safety and security. As the nation learns more about what happened and why, adults can continue to help children work through their emotions and perhaps even use the process as a learning experience. We as adults should try to stay calm and controlled.. Children sometimes take their emotional cues from the adults in their lives. Avoid appearing anxious or frightened. Reassure children that they are safe and so are the other important adults in their lives. Explain that these buildings were targeted for their symbolism and that schools, neighborhoods, and regular office buildings should not at risk. Remind them that trustworthy people are always in charge. Explain that the government emergency workers, police, firefighters, doctors, and the military are helping people who are hurt and are working to ensure that no further tragedies occur. Trust your feelings Let children know that it is okay to feel upset. Explain See SAFETY, Page A6 Auto Credit Center Bankruptcy - Divorce -Repossession Foreclosure - Tax Liens No Problem! 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The members of the Rappahannock Lions Club raise funds also through donations, apple butter sales, and selling tickets for the Grand Raffle, and then conducting it, selling brooms, light bulbs and mints and many other special events. These events enhance member camaraderie and spirit which flows into Lions club service Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Jan Clatterbuck TWO LIONS: Two lions, facing the past and the future, as past president Ken Marlor turned over the gavel to the future, new president David A. Hilty. activities. They never seek reward or public recognition for services they render as these needs arise. The Lion members’ motto is “I Serve,” and they do the best they can to live up to that mission. The Club meets at the Public House Restaurant in Flint Hill, at 7 p.m. every 2nd and 4th Thursdays. Anyone interested in membership in the Lions Club should contact David Hilty at (540) 675-2210 or any of the club’s members or one of the officers for more information. 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Chappell’s Corner School news from Superintendent Chappell According to unofficial tabulations of 2004-05 SOL pass rates both schools should be fully accredited for 200506, We will have the official state results by September. Grade 5 experienced its best pass rates ever on the following tests: English/Reading 96%r, English/Writing - 95%, and Math 91%. Other pass rates 90%+ were Grade 3 Math 91%, Grade 7 Algebra I 100%, Grade 8 Social Studies 90%, Earth Science 90%, World History I 96%, World History II 95%, US History 91%, and Grade 11 English/Reading 93%. We are examining the percent of students scoring pass advanced and will have that data available later. We credit our fine employees, students, parents and volunteers for continued success in this area. Construction Project: Lantz Construction of Winchester and sub contractors, plus our custodians are working hard to get RCES ready for the opening of school. Lantz told us in a meeting yesterday that they feel the Aug. 15 roof completion date is realistic. The HVAC sub is beginning to hang the wall heat pump units in the classrooms today and some will be operational by August 29. The rooms they don’t finish by then will be released to the contractor 3 at a time to complete the AC installation after school starts. New Bids The contractor has given us a price reduction to build the Aux. Gym ($1,269,000 compared to original bid of $1,333,000) and the Classroom Addition ($719,846 compared to original bid of $747,000). If we do both the gym and the addition, Lantz will reduce the price by an additional $81,846.00. While the prices are indeed lower than the bid Lantz originally made on the project, the total to do both ($1,907,000) exceeds the unencumbered balance of the loan of $1.4 million. Our Response Considering these new bids, The School Board’s Facilities Committee met July 18 and plans to propose the options detailed below to the full School Board at a special meeting on August 2. The information will also be presented to the Board of Supervisors on August 1. The loan and interest earned through June 1 totaled $4,034,165.74. The School Board has encumbered $2,635,759.00 of that for replacing the RCES roof, upgrading the RCES electrical, and installing RCES HVAC. The encumbered amount also includes architect fees, testing fees, etc. We are also setting aside an additional $78,000 from the loan as a reserve for unforeseen construction costs. $1,320,406.74 remains. Options Build the auxiliary gymThis price eliminates brick on exterior, bleachers, paving, etc. $1,200,000 Replace all three (not just band room) modular units with new modular units-$ 120,000 Ask Supervisors to pay for track. If request is approved, re-bid track. 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The committee estimates there would be additional site and access road costs associated with that. We also project that re-bidding the gym would result in higher construction costs for that structure. Therefore, the committee is not recommending that we relocate the gym. juocaung uie gym at ivv^rjo actually benefits both schools. RCES can use it for additional PE during the school day; RCHS can use it for practices after school to prevent the necessity for teams practicing until 9:00 PM. Another matter that will need attention in August is the RCES Library. There was some water damage in the library during roof construction. In early August we will determine if any library books or other contents of the building have been damaged. The contractor has assumed responsibility for any damage. We will need volunteers for the last couple of weeks in August to help our new Librarian Barbara Wheatley and her staff re-shelve books. 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During his time on the Headwaters Board of Directors, Dr. Krebser served as chairman of the Endowment Committee and was instrumental in establishing the Headwaters Endowment Fund. The completion of the challenge is a fitting tribute to Werner Krebser’s concern to strengthen education in Rappahannock. Local student graduates from Carleton College Northfield, Minn. - Steven Clark of Washington (22747), received the Bachelor of Arts degree in computer science cum laude from Carleton •College during its 131st Commencement exercises, held on Saturday, June 11. Clark is the son of James and Eloise Clark of Washington, Va. Ranked among the nation’s top liberal arts institutions, Carleton is a private, co-educational college of 1,900 students located 40 miles south of Minneapolis and St. Paul. High academic standards, an excellent teaching faculty and a diverse student body contribute to Carleton’s outstanding reputation. Sports News Fall Soccer Registration It is time to register for fall soccer in order that teams may be formed and uniforms ordered. Forms have been mailed to those families who have had soccer players within the last 2 years. Forms are also available at the Library or Settle’s Garage in Flint Hill. Deadline is July 28. Any questions email Tamara Settle at tamjsettle@aol.com or call 675-1084. RCHS Football Any student in the 8th thru 12th grade planning to play football should keep, in mind the following dates. Equipment Issues: Varsity 9 a.m. Saturday August 6 Freshmen 11 a.m. Saturday August 6 Practice Begins: Varsity 8 a.m. Monday August 8 Freshmen 5 p.m. Tuesday August 9. For more information call Kemp Pullin at (540) 547-2034, The Rappahannock County School Sports Association is now accepting ads to print in the 2005 Rappahannock County High School Football Program. This is a great way to advertise your business or company in our community. Full-page ads are only $100 Half-page ads are only $ 50 A Quarter page is just $ 30 Business Cards are only $15 Parents, Grandparents, friends, school staff and anyone else can also send a personal message to their special student athlete or to all of the athletes. Show you support of our Fall Sports program and send an ad now! If interested, please send a copy of the ad you would like printed with your payment, by August 15, 2005, to : RCHS Athletic Department Attn: RCHS Football - Program 12576 Lee Highway Washington, Va 22747 Checks can be made out to RCSSA unity. Baseball Central Va. Sting 18-U Fall Baseball will hold tryouts soon. If you are interested contact (540) 825-5294 or (540) 2700422 for an invitation to the tryout. On the web at www.eteamz. com/cvsting LFCC to hold new Student Workshop and registration in Page County LURAY, Va. - Lord Fairfax Community College (LFCC) will hold a new student workshop and registration session at Page County High School on Monday, Aug. 8, 2005, from 4 to 7 p.m. for students planning on taking courses at the new LFCC Page County Center. Participants may arrive at any time during the threehour session and meet with college representatives who will be available to counsel students in course and career programs and provide information about financial aid opportunities. In addition, participants attending the event may apply for admission to the college, take placement tests in math and English or register for fall classes. Students requiring placement testing should arrive no later than 5 p.m. to complete the testing and registration process. LFCC’s fall classes begin on Aug. 22 with a tentative schedule of 21 courses offered through the new Page County Center. Located ai 320 North Hawksbill Street in Luray and close to downtown and Route 211, the new Page County Center is part of a 127,000 square-foot commerce and education facility. LFCC’s Center will contain two general classrooms, one distancelearning classroom and one computer lab. In addition, the Center will have faculty offices and a student lobby. Construction is currently underway with plans to be finished this fall. For more information about courses offered at the Page County Center or to register for classes, interested individuals may contact the »LFCC Office of Student Success at 1-800-906-LFCC, ext. 7110 or visit www.lfcc.edu. Safety From Page A5 that all feelings are okay when a tragedy like this occurs. Let children talk about their feelings and help put them into perspective. Even anger is okay, but children may need help and patience from adults to assist them in expressing these feelings appropriately. Observe children’s emotional state. Depending on their age, children may not express their concerns verbally. Changes in behavior, appetite, and sleep patterns can also indicate a child’s level of grief, anxiety or discomfort. Children will express their emotions differently. There is no right or wrong way to feel or express grief. Tell children the truth. Don’t try to pretend the event has not occurred or that it is not serious. Children are smart. They will be more worried if they think you are too afraid to tell them what is happening. Stick to the facts. Don’t speculate about what has happened and what might happen. Don’t dwell on the scale or scope of the tragedy, particularly with young children. Keep your explanations developmentally appropriate. Let them share suggestions about how to make school safer and how to prevent tragedies in society. They will be more , committed to doing something to help the victims and affected community. For all children, encourage them to express their thoughts and feelings. Be a good listener and be there for them at all time! Though the world around us may be filled with confusion, noise and turmoil, we can choose to be peaceful in our own heart. Though life is filled with difficult challenges and setbacks that pop up out of nowhere, we can choose to move through each moment with a peaceful heart. When we live only for the shallow, fleeting, frivolous things, then true peace will most certainly elude us. No one can force your heart to be at peace. And no one can chase true peace away from you when it is there. Imagine how powerful it would be to live each day with peace in your heart. And know that it is always there for you to choose. Let’s observe some moments of silence for those terrorized in London and most recently in Egypt. 1 ' ■ “' .^ - * Financial Problems? 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Contentment: Thoughts on an idyllic life Local freelance writer finds that all is right in his world By Don Audette Special to the Rappahannock News In high school, I had a window seat because we were lined up alphabetically. I spent much time gazing into space, thinking long thoughts. Like, what would be an ideal job. I felt that checking precision micrometers for Starrett Tools, in Athol, Massachusetts was it. I had seen an illustration of their old factory, founded in 1880, in a catalog we had in the hardware store v here I worked after school. I had handled Starrett micrometers, felt their metallic heft, and admired their ability to measure things to one-thousandths of an inch. In the Starrett catalog, the scene of the factory was idyllic. A small brick building, trees all around, and a river flowing by. I’d imagine myself seated at a long, well-worn wooden bench, in front of a series of windows overlooking the river. It would be spring, the leaves of trees looking light green and luminous with the sun behind them. I’d just had a good lunch. Someone would hand me a finished micrometer for its final check. A Starrett No. 230 Micrometer. My favorite. Looking over its craftsmanship, checking this and that, I’d turn its knurled thimble and check its precision. “The micrometer is open one hundred and seventy-eight thousandths of an inch,” I’d say, smiling slightly. Then I would gently place it into its velvet-lined case, a case covered with leather, close it and give a final tap of approval. Then I’d gaze out the windows, observe the river flowing by, and think things over. I’d be content. Fond memories All this came back to me this spring when we took a 66 The forge is a very cold building to work in during the winter. Russ Stallings' mini-vacation, which included a visit to the Frontier Culture Museum of Virginia near Staunton, VA. Here were four farm buildings, dating from 1630 to about 1850, transplanted in their entirety from Germany, England, Ireland, and one from Botetourt County, Virginia. Amongst them was a 1730s blacksmith’s forge from County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland. It was a small, whitewashed building with a thatched roof, set next to a small steam amongst some trees. A pond with geese and ducks was out back. This struck me as an idyllic setting and an ideal job, crdfting a hinge, a nail, something from beginning to end, with almost three centuries of history within the forge. Then to the window to gaze at the stream and think a long thought. I got to know one of the interpretive blacksmiths, Russ Stallings. We corresponded by mail, as I was curious whether he felt he was leading an idyllic life. Russ replied ih a long letter, saying he appreciated the beauty of his blacksmith shop, next to the pond and stream, with trees lining the banking, and a hedgerow across the road. He did not sense he was back in the early 1730s, but he Photo by Don Audette SMITHY STALLINGS: Russ Stallings is right at home next to hot coals and iron as he works as a blacksmith in the 1730s forge transplanted from Northern Ireland and now located at the Frontier Culture Museum in Staunton. did think about what had gone on in the forge for hundreds of years; “the men hanging around, watching, and the “news” that must have been passed around while waiting for work to be done.” Russ kept an old time fiddle in the forge and during slow times played Irish fiddle music. He was well aware of the ambiance of the place. The weather and other working conditions reinforced this. He said the weather, “is right there in your face, and changes from day to day. The forge is a very cold building to work in during the winter; no heat gets down your feet. The water buckets on the floor will sometimes freeze solid and stay that way for days when there is a real cold spell; and nothing I do at the forge produces heat that travels far from the source. Most of the heat goes up the chimney.” He noted that his forge, with its thick, stone walls and thatched roof, was a relatively cool place during the hot, humid days of summer, a surprise to visitors. Russ therefore works with the vagaries of nature immediately at hand. He said he was not like “someone who works in an office In the Starrett catalog, the scene of the factory was idyllic. A small brick building, trees all around, and a river flowing by... Photo by Don Audette WINDOW VIEW: A view from the inside out experiencing life as it might have been in the early 1700s. Ask the . 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He said he has “deadlines to meet; programs to plan; stock and coal to order; training to schedule and conduct; research to do; orders to fill; costumes to maintain; tools, equipment, and building to maintain; and a budget to prepare.” Handled with care Each visitor is handled with respect and is told about forging iron in Ireland in the 1700s, and about the various immigrant groups who settled in . Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley. All questions are answered, even ones like, “What’s your middle name? Did they have coal back then? Do you live here? What kind of underwear do you have on?” With varying numbers of visitors entering the forge at any one time, Russ has to be on his toes to match forge work with explanations, and the making of a single nail works well in showing a project from start to finish when things get busy. Productive forge work is important. The wrought iron tools and hardware used in all four farms, plus wrought iron gifts at the museum’s visitor’s center, are all made in his forge. “A hinge for a German farm is different than that for an English farm.” He makes well over 30 items, such as axes, pot hooks, trivets, candle holders, oil lamps, chain of various sizes, door latches, garden hoes and trowels, various handy tools for the anvil, and lots of nails. In the end, Russ felt he had a job that gave him great personal satisfaction, and he appreciated being able to pick and chose the best elements of life from two centuries, the 18th and the 21st. His coworkers during breaks, lunch, or at meetings, often talk of “crops, weather, livestock, hardware, costumes, as well as computer problems, new movies, working for the state [of Virginia].” They are not there for the money. 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Dulles airport slowly gearing up for new look By JJ Ebro Rappahannock News Staff Writer Managing flight operations from an aircraft carrier is a study in organized chaos. The deck is crammed with planes— some are being launched by catapults, others are being lifted up on elevators. And then, the deck is rapidly cleared so that returning aircraft cam safely attempt what amounts to a controlled crash landing. Christopher Browne, a former Naval aviator and the manager of Dulles International Airport since April, has found his military experience on carriers useful. He is ultimately responsible for about a half-million takeoffs and landings and adhering to a $3 billion construction schedule—while trying not to rankle close to 23 million airline passengers. “Carrier operations are intense and tremendously complex,” he said. “Sometimes, it’s comparable to working in an airport such as this.” But rather than a flight deck, the former pilot (and “Tbp Gun” school graduate) now has 11,000 acres on which to work. His 17-year stint at Reagan National—including seven as manager, steering it through its own rehab and expansion program—gave him “the necessary skill sets to handle Dulles,” Browne said. Last year, Dulles moved 22,868,882 people, a 35-percent increase over 2003, and registered 469,634 flight operations, up from 335,397 previously. Dulles now ranks as the fifth busiest (jumping from 24th in 2003) airport in the country, according to the Federal Aviation Administration. Population of travelers New passenger air service from Dulles includes 71 U.S. cities and direct service to 40 foreign cities. Traffic numbers are expected to surge further this year, rebounding past pre-9/11 levels with the proliferation of low-fare regionals, a strong economy and reduced fears of terrorism. “We’re responding to the customer demand from this region,” Browne said. “We know that 70 percent of our passengers begin and end their flights at Dulles. That means the bulk of the traffic comes from Northern Virginia.” Established in 1962, Dulles International Airport was underused for several decades. Significant passenger increases began in the mid-1990s, as the information technology sector began growing along the corridor. The IT industries, dependent on just-in-time component deliveries, chose to locate near Dulles for access and connectivity to global markets, according to Browne. Economic impact The economy proved remarkably resilient when the IT sector nose-dived a few years ago. George Mason University professor Roger Stough found in a research study that most area IT workers simply shifted over to federal contracting, management and consulting firms. Then, after 9/11, these firms ramped up with government contracts “in rapid response to homeland and national defense initiatives,” Stough wrote. According to the Metropolitan Washington Airport Authority, Dulles employs more TAKE A VISUAL TOUR OF THESE HOMES AT OUR WEBSITE: www.KathyONeal.com JEFFERSONTON - $550,00G 5059 Beaver Dam Rd 10 Acre woodland setting. Charming Cape . Cod w/ unique New England boat roofline. Rumford fireplace, wide pine plank floors. 4 Bdrms, 2 baths, plus in-law apartment w/ handicapped accessible entrance, sunroom, full kitchen and own AC/heat system. MLS # CU5288374 Bright & light 3 bdrm, 2 bath raised rambler with finished walkout base* ment. 1.75 Acre lot w. private road. 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Looking at the rates, it is vying primarily with BWI,” said Reeves, referring to Baltimore-Washington International Airport. “Reagan National doesn’t have the parking space (Dulles has 25,000 parking slots), and Richmond is way too expensive.” However, with Dulles gearing up to frill build-out in the next 10 years—to a capacity of 50 million passengers annually—the ripple effect will soon be catching the region’s outlying counties. “We’re looking at 27 million passengers by the end of this year, and our demographic projections indicate another 20 million or so in the next 10 years,” Browne said. “So, there will be around 47 million going in and out of Dulles that we have to prepare for.” *D2’ construction According to Browne, the challenge is “phasing and coordinating construction schedules” under Dulles’ ongoing $3 billion capital construction program, christened “D2,” without disrupting flight operations. Moving walkways opened in time for last November’s Thanksgiving holiday. Work on the second air traffic control tower, which began last year, is expected to be completed in 2006. Upgrading one of the airport’s three runways is expected to be completed next month, while environmental assessments are being conducted for building two more runways. The fourth runway is expected to be operational by 2008. The mobile lounges that shuttle passengers from the terminal to the various concourses and aircraft gates will be replaced by an automated train system, which will run underground. It is aimed at both providing more efficiency and capacity than the mobile lounges do and reducing traffic on the airfield. Billion-dollar toll road takeover proposed By Dominic Bonaiuto Rappahannock News Staff Writer > A group of private investors is proposing to take over operation and maintenance of the Dulles Tbll Road for the next 50 years in exchange for paying up front Virginia’s share of expanding rail into the corridor and making a series of upgrades to the roadway itself. Dubbed a “twin win” for everyone in the corridor, the “Dulles Corridor Mobility Initiative” would invest more than $1 billion in cash and road improvements over the term of the deal. The group is expected to unveil its public-private partnership proposal this week at the Tbwer Club in Tysons Comer. According to a summary of the plan, Virginia would receive a lump-sum payment to cover the toll road’s contribution to the first phase of Metro’s expansion into Tysons Comer and out to Reston. That amount would also include a “significant portion” for the second phase of expansion to Dulles International Airport and Loudoun County. “I think the fact that we are making this proposal now will give everyone a lot more comfort to go forward with the project,” said Curt Coward, president of Vienna-based Trident Investment, which is advising the group. Both the airport, which owns the right of way, and land owners in Reston and MOVE OVER SILVER - I THE NEW BLACK RAZR IS HERE! . 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Coward said the group has factored in a small margin of increase for the toll road’s $305 million commitment to phase one given a recent jump in the cost estimate, but he said state transit officials still must bring the price tag down significantly if the project is to be built at all. Originally pegged at $1.5 billion, the cost estimate now ranges from $1.7 billion to $2.4 billion, which far exceeds a cost effectiveness standard set out by the Federal Transit Administration, which has been asked to pay half the costs. State officials expect to identify enough cuts to trim the latest estimate closer to the original target by the middle or end of next month. Rates on the toll road will remain at their current level until it comes time for another increase to help fund the rest of the second phase of Metro expansion. Any increases that occur once all rail commitments are paid off would likely be tied to some sort of consumer price index, Coward said. The Dulles Toll Road currently ranks among the cheapest fee-based facilities in the nation, and it will remain at or near the bottom of the scale “under any conceivable scenario,” Coward said. The consortium proposing this partnership boasts some of the biggest names in transportation both locally and internationally. It includes former Gov. Gerald Baliles, a partner with the law firm Hunton and Williams, and is headed by Italian-based Autostrade, the largest toll road operator in the world, and British firm John Laing, one of the leading infrastructure investment companies in Europe. Autostrade already has a local presence, operating the Dulles Greenway, the 14-mile extension from the toll road out to Leesburg. Aside from the rail investments, the private proposal differs from the state’s current plan by chipping in almost three dozen road improvements over the life of the agreement. “We’re basically now giving toll payers something they were not getting before,” said J. Kenneth Klinge, a former Commonwealth Transportation Board member from Northern Virginia, who is advising the group. “The biggest complaint those paying the tolls had was, “What are we getting from this? It all goes to rail.’” As part of the initial upfront cash investment, the group is proposing to make 19 improvements along the toll road within the next five years. The list includes: • Building a new flyover ramp from the outer loop of the Capital Beltway linking directly to the airport access lanes, saving motorists from having to weave over several lanes of traffic. • Building a new righthand loop to connect southbound Elden Street in Herndon to the eastbound toll road, eliminating a left-hand turn that routinely ties up traffic. The group is also proposing to build 14 additional improvements as part of the phase two toll increase for rail. Those improvements would target side roads making it easier to get to and from the toll road. 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First cases of Eastern Equine Encephalitis confirmed in VA The State Veterinarian has confirmed the first cases of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) in horses this year. Two horses from Chesapeake have tested positive and four more are under evaluation. In 2004, Virginia reported five cases of EEE in equines, four from Chesapeake and one from Suffolk. According to the Virginia Department of Health, the city of Chesapeake has experienced increased EEE activity this year with twelve positive sentinel chickens and forty positive mosquito pools, lb date, the numbers of mosquitoes have been less than from the same time last year, but with prime mosquito season just now beginning, officials expect more positive pools and, perhaps, more cases of EEE and West Nile Virus (WNV) in the near future. Horse owners should be sure their animals’ vaccines we up-to-date for both EEE and WNV. The State Veterinarian urges horse owners to vaccinate all equines every six to twelve months against these diseases. This is particularly important in the Southeastern region of Virginia, where many equine veterinarians already recommend the sixmonth vaccination interval. Generally, EEE is transmitted by mosquitoes. Typical symptoms include staggering, circling, depression, loss of appetite and sometimes fever and blindness. There is no cure for the disease, but it can be prevented through vaccination. Other prevention methods include destroying standing water breeding sites for mosquitoes, use of insect repellents such as DEET, and removing animals from mosquito infested areas during peak biting times, usually dusk to dawn. For more information, please contact the Office of the State Veterinarian at 804/692-0601 or consult your local veterinarian. Impact Virginia! hits local homes By Monty Tayloe Rappahannock News Staff Writer Roof shingles were flying last week as Rappahannock County played host to a group of dedicated young people who were visiting the county as part of Impact Virginia! The Baptist sponsored youth mission brought together over 300 high school students from all over the state to perform basic maintenance on the houses of needy locals, from painting interior walls to fixing shaky porches. “We find the youngsters would rather do this than go and play at King’s Dominion,” said John Heddleston, pastor of Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church in Sperryville. The Impact Virgina! volunteers are co-ed high school students who pay $75 to $180 to work hard for a week helping out with the basic construction jobs that low income, elderly or disabled households would have difficulty accomplishing on their own. The money is used to cover the students’ travel costs, while the materials used in the repairs are provided by the Virginia Baptist Association. Over 300 of these student missionaries and their adult crew chiefs and chaperones called Culpeper Middle School home for the week of their mission trip, sleeping in the classrooms and showering in the gym. “We pay money to sleep in a school and work on a roof,” explained 17-year-old Andy Davis, a student missionary from Fluvanna County on his fifth summer with Impact Virginia! The volunteers worked bn porches and handicap ramps as well as roofs , and some crews in Rappahannock County were repainting houses and replacing rotten siding. In the past Impact Virginia! volunteers have also 66 They’d rather do this than go to Kings Dominion. John Heddleston Pastor Reynolds Memorial helped to set up the occasional vacation bible school, but basic tasks that are simple for high school students to learn but difficult for those who can’t climb a ladder easily are the mainstay of their work. “Impact Virginia! work crews can’t put in a new foundation, but roofing, cleaning up trash, we can do that,” explained Joe Boronat, a crew chief with Impact Virginia! Giving and receiving Working with Impact Virginia! in Rappahannock County was Bill Welch, a Flint Hill resident who was one of three construction coordinators working with the mission while it was in Culpeper. Welch helped select the homes that volunteers fixed in the county, choosing local people in need based on referrals from social services or local churches , as well as households that he knew of personally from being a resident of the area. “The criteria we use is making the house safe, warm, and dry, and to try and give a little bit back,” explained Welch. Elizabeth Welch, Bill’s 14-year-old daughter, was also working with Impact Virginia! and spent her week , of mission work in Sperryville, just a few miles from her home. The Welch’s contributions to Impact Virginia! are particularly noteworthy because Bill Welch is disabled, and his own home was one of those being worked on by the volunteer crews. Welch has had four back surgeries and a hip replacement, all of which prevented him from performing some muchneeded repairs to his roof until Virginia Impact! provided the manpower and materials. Playing host on their turf Several of the local churches in Rappahannock County have been doing all they can to assist the visiting students in their work. Members of the Baptist churches in Rappahannock county have been providing lunch and transportation services for the visitors. Lunches were prepared by local volunteers like 12year-old Samantha Ferguson, of Sperryville, in the basement of Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church. On this particular day, sloppy joes were being served along with tunafish sandwiches, peanut butter celery sticks, brownies and a delicious blueberry coconut cobbler. Lemonade and ice water flowed freely along with laughter. John Heddleston, pastor of Reynolds Memorial , assisted with the transportation of the work crews. While most of the volunteers were being driven to their work sites in nondescript church vans, Heddleston’s transportees had the honor of being driven to work in “Nelly,” a 1972 school bus with an interior entirely upholstered in burgundy Naugahyde and Astroturf. Each trip began with a prayer with heads nodded and spirits focused. 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Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Monty Tayloe BACK ON TOP: One at a time the shingles went down giving a much needed repair to this homeowner’s roof. HEADING OUT: Above, refreshed and ready-to-go, these young missionaries head back to the bus. Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church served as a host for their stay providing meals during the days. Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Monty Tayloe LUNCHTIME: Right, after a morning’s hard work these young people were ready for an airconditioned break and some food and drink. R. ipahannock News Staff ’hoto'Anita L. Sherman i— ll “ - - ■ 1 Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Monty Tayloe SLEEPY HEADS: The day’s heat had taken its toll and a much needed power nap was taken on the way back to the work site. Impact From Page A9 from a traveling baseball team, the rough artificial grass surface was not uncomfortable enough to keep tired volunteers from catching a quick nap on the way to a work site. “These are such nice kids,” smiled Heddleston. “We covered the tables with large rolls of paper and put some crayons there for fun. Each day they've been leaving messages thanking us for the food. It was an unexpected treat for us to see that. I feel that we are acting as missionaries by ministering to them. It’s a wonderful program.” Impact Virginia! volunteers have a full schedule while on their mission trips; their days begin at 6 a m. with a morning worship devotional session before they head off to work until three or four in the afternoon. In the evenings the crews are treated to more relaxing activities, like skits presented by Impact Virginia! members and a performance by a Christian rock band. After their evening devotions, the crews have a mandatory^ lights out at eleven, in order to rest for their hard work, on the following day. Impact Virginia! Makes a difference in whatever community these volunteers end up in. “We’re planning a trip to Mexico next year,” grinned Heddleston. Monty Tayloe may be reached at mtayloe@timespapers.com Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Monty Tayloe PRETTY PAINTER: Sixteen-year-old Chelsea Whitley from Partlow, VA had no problems taking on a ladder and bucket of paint. Walk Tfiraugfi tfie “Bible Come join in the Walk Through the Bible at Chester Gap Baptist Church Friday, August 19th 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, August 20th 9 a.m. to 12 noon Register in the church fellowship hall after services July 31s', August 7th, August 14th Or by mail no later than August 10lh Paid Early Registration by August 10th Couple $35.00 Single $18.00 Family $45.00 Paid Registration alter August 10th Couple $38.00 Single $20.00 Family $50.00 Registration includes book and FREE CHILD CARE Sorry, we cannot make refunds. For more information please call: Chester Gap Baptist Church 540-636-4336 Rev Malcolm Cadd, Pastor 540-635-6109 TVQf 'Rggi&tratuuifor "Walk Tfirougfi tfie 'Bible Here is my check for $_,_ I/we want to attend Walk Through the Bible on August 19 and August 20 (names of individuals attending the class) (more than 3 family members, please attach list to form) We will need FREE CHILD CARE for Child's name and age Please mail registration and check by AUGUST 10th to: (memo on check) Walk Through the Bible Chester Gap Baptist Church 41 Waterfall Road Chester Gap, VA 22623 > Forget... We Have Great Used Car Deals Too! #924' #54409A 250 W. Shirley Ave., Wterrpntpru; Virginia

• Neighbors/B6 • Obituaries/B5 • Real Estate/B8 • Classifieds/B8-B 12 July 28, 2005 Saluting tke Barf^fr By Bill Kossler Rappahannock News Staff Writer Walk into John Eubanks’ barber shop in Sperryville and you will step into an oasis where the feel and the paceof a bygone day can still be found. In an impersonal age, where you can go around town, even in small towns, running your errands, and never know the name of. anyone you’re dealing with, it is all the more spe Eubanks in ciai wnen you waiK into a place where they know who you are and you can sit around and talk with everyone while you wait your turn. At the doctor’s office, the grocery or the DMV, most of us would never kick back and make jokes with friends and strangers while sitting in the waiting room or standing in line. But at the country barbershop, chatting is as . stall Photo/Bitt Kossler ** John HOW: the shop today. quality to small town life, something that folks in more urban areas miss and wish they had. In the com WEN: John Eubanks in 1Q*B Photos by Bill Kossler BEFORE: Rappahannock youth David Burke’s mother told him to get a haircut AFTER: So he did uatuitu ao uiiMiig uvei jruui Miuicii utuic. For many years now, there has been a certain mythic Photo by Bill Kossler i OLD CUSTOMER: I Rappahannock native 1 Downing Hitt has been frequenting the Sperryville shop for more than fifty years. NEW: Kaley Robey, granddaughter of Downing Hitt, gets her nails done by stylist Michel'r Burke. I11U11 WllOVJtV UOU&OO, 1<UC1C AO all idea of a certain pace to life, a sense of community, and of the personal, which is perhaps best symbolized by the personal hands on touch and universally useful service of the country barbershop. Mayberry memory Nearly four decades ago, the Andy Griffith Show aired an episode in which the town is up in arms over the prospect that the Mayberry barbershop might be turned into an impersonal modern, businesslike establishment. Floyd the barber can’t afford higher rent and a new barber came in with a sterile, impersonal business. The townsfolk went into an uproar over losing the comfortable, community feel of their country barbershop. Outraged, they pressured Floyd the barber’s landlord into a smaller rent increase, letting Floyd stay. Mayberry was saved from the ruin of modernization. Rappahannock original When that episode first aired ^ut of Los Angeles in 1967, John Eubanks had been cutting hair in Rappahannock a dozen years already, and had owned the Sperryville Barbershop nearly a decade. Lifelong Rappahannock resident, John Eubanks graduated from the old Rappahannock High School schoolhouse in Washington. His roots here go back before his birth; “My mother was from here, my father came from Carroll County,” Eubanks recalled. When Eubanks was a child, Marion Watts had the barbershop in Washington to the right of the Rappahannock News building. Watts took the young Eubanks under his wing: “I went to the barbershop as a shoeshine boy back when I was 12 years old,” Eubanks related. From ‘49 to ‘55 he worked for Watts here in Washington. “Haircuts were $.35 and $.50, $.50 for adults and $.35 for kids under 12,” he remembered. “When I was in the eighth grade, Mr. Watts said let me teach you how to cut hair”. So began a close bond between the two. Eubanks even lived in the same house as Watts for awhile as a teenager, while working at the barbershop and at his mother’s restaurant. Watts began building the Sperryville shop in ‘55 and Eubanks started cutting hair there in ‘58. He recalled. “I bought the shop from him in 1962 for $7,000. It was a loan with nothing down and a $1,000 a year, interest free.” Watt’s legacy Twenty-five years later, when Watts passed away, he left Eubanks $7,000. In the end, Watts both gave him the shop and let him earn it through his work. When Watts passed, Eubanks went down to Florida, where Watts had retired near his brother, and collected his last remains. Today, Watts’ ashes have a place of honor in a b*ass box on a shelf in the barbershop, enshrined along with a display of antique implements of the trade. Once the province of men alone, some changes have come. The shop now has two women cutting hair along with Eubanks, Michelle Burke, whose husband is a Rappahannock native, has been with the shop See BARBER, Page B2 This is the antique photograph that inspired the painting and served as the basis for it. Photos courtesy of Janet Brome “The Cooper’s Wife" Finished painting by Steve Kenny “Cooper’s Wife” sketch Kenny’s sketch based on the photo with additions and changes. The creative ‘Process Revealed’ By Janet Brome Special to the Rappahannock News Throughout the month of August, the memberartists of The Middle Street Gallery will treat viewers to an exposition detailing how each work of art was created. The finished work will be displayed with initial sketches, photos, and/or step-by-step explanations of each artist’s individual process. Patrons will be able to purchase the sketches as well as the framed art. This should prove to be an unusually interesting and informative show. The show, “Process Revealed,” runs from August 5th through the 28th. The public is invited to meet the artists at the opening reception on Sunday, August 7th from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. The Middle Street Gallery is a non-profit members’ cooperative gallery located next to The Inn at Little Washington. Hours are Friday through Sunday, 11:00 a.m to 6:00 p.m. You may call the gallery during business hours at 540 675-3440 for more information. ‘The Chorus’ comes straight from the heart By Joanne Hilty Special to the Rappahannock News “The Chorus” is a beautiful and moving film. It is a simple story which delves into such issues as abuse of power and authority and the tyranny of adults’ low expectations of children. A huge hit in France, the Rappahannock Association for the Arts and Community is showing “The Chorus” at The Theatre in Washington, VA, Friday, August 5, 8:00 p.m. A gentle and shy teacher named Clement Mathieu, played with great depth by Gerard Jugnot, takes a job at a forbidding-looking school he knows little about. The school’s name, Fond de L’Etang, means bottom of the pond and signifies hitting rock bottom. (The film was shot at a castle in the French countryside.) The students who attend are a collection of delinquent, miscreants and mischievous orphans. With the exception of one older kid with psychopathic tendencies, the boys seem just to need some tough love, boundaries and a bit more academic challenge. Instead, they are routinely beaten, put in solitary confinement and sadistically abused. The school is presided over by the vicious principal Rachin (Francois Berleand),who locks horns with the kindly Mathieu. Mathieu’s innate goodness modifies punishments to fit crimes: One bratty kid who injured an old caretaker is assigned to care for him, which unearths the child’s compassion. Mathieu tries to restore the kids’ dignity and self-confidence, and above all, their dreams. The biggest accomplishment achieved by Mathieu, a frustrated composer, is assembling the motley crew of boys into a choral group. Though they don’t evolve into the Vienna Boys Choir, with practice the boys come together into a delightful ensemble. (The musical score is one of the highlights of the movie.) The star singer is Pierre Morhange (an engaging and talented JeanBaptiste Maunier), who is described by one teacher as “the face of an angel but the spawn of the devil.” Along the way, the shy teacher manages to reform Pierre and, with an eye toward romance, begin a friendship with his beautiful single mother (Marie Bunel). Written and directed by French filmmaker Christophe Barratier in his feature debut, the film is deftly written and superbly acted. Barratier made this little film with only one camera, a host of amateur child actors and about $6 million. France nominated it for an Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film. Its emotional resonance and lilting music will remain with you well after the viewing. “The Chorus” is rated PG-13 for some language, sexual references and violence. Run time is 97 minutes. The Rappahannock Association for the Arts and Community is showing “The Chorus” at The Theatre in Washington, VA, Friday, August 5,8:00 p.m.

Igi Church b Activities M - iiiiliiiMtouiiiiyi m Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church Pastor: John Heddleston Sunday: Contemporary Services 8:45 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday Traditional Services 11 a.m. Sunday Youth Night 7 p.m. Tuesday: Bible Study 7 p.m: New Hope Baptist Bible Pastor: Carl R. Menefee Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: ' 7 p.m. Prayer & Bible Study Hope Hill Baptist Church Pastor: John W. Lines Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Services 11 a. m. Evening Worship 7 p.m. Wednesday: Prayer & Bible Study 7:30 p.m. Amissville Baptist Pastor: Dr. Norman Edward Taylor Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Youth Group 6 p.m. Rejoicers Choir and worship 7 p.m. Wednesday: Adult Choir 6 p.m. Bible Study, Missions 7 p.m. Thursday: Bell Choir 6:30 p.m. Flint Hill Pentecostal Pastor: Rev. Bobby W. Jenkins Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 6:30 a.m. Wednesday: Worship Service 7:30 p.m, Woodville Baptist Pastor: Visiting minister Doug Farmer Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Evening ministry, children’s ministry 7 p.m. Wednesday: Devotions and prayer 7 p.m. Choir practice 7:30 p.m. Amissville Full Gospel Pastor: Rev. Jim Pittman II Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Evening Worship 7 p.m. Wednesday: Evening Worship 7:30 p.m. County Methodist services Rappahannock County Methodist churches will have worship services as follows: Flint Hill at 8:45 a.m., Sunday School, 10 a.m.; Willis Chapel at 10 a.m.; and Sperryville at 11:15 a.m. The Rev. Leah DeLong is pastor and invites the public. Amissville United Methodist Pastor: Rev. Edward “Ned” VanDyck Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 p.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Tuesday: Youth Group 7 p.m. St. Peters Catholic Church Administrator: Rev. Robert J. DeMartino Masses: Saturday Vigil, 5:30 p.m. Sunday, 8:30 and 10 a.m. Holy Days of Obligation call 675*3432 Weekdays Tuesday-Saturday, 8:30 a.m. Confessions: 4:30-5 p.m., Saturday, after masses First Baptist Pastor: Dr. Wendell Grant Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Trinity Episcopal Rector: Rev. Jennings W. Hobson III Thursday: Meditation 7:30 a.m. Sunday: Holy Eucharist 8:00 a.m. Morning Prayer 9:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist 10:00 a.m. Thursday: Meditation 7:30 a.m.. Washington Baptist Pastor: Rev. Phillip Bailey Sunday: Bible Study 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Tuesday: Adult Choir 7 p.m. Wednesday: Men's Discipleship Class 7 p.m. Thornton’s Gap Regular Baptist Rev. Kirby Shenk Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Gid Brown Bible Baptist Pastor: John K. Burke Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Prayer Service 7 p.m. Five Forks Regular Baptist Pastor: Elder Roger L. Smith Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Wednesday: Prayer, Bible study 7 p.m. Fellowship Assembly of God Pastor: Joel Cress Sunday: Sunday.School 9:45 p.m. • Worship/Children's Church 11 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Adult Bible Study 7 p.m. Thornton Gap Primitive Baptist Church Pastor, Elder Richard Cox Meets first Sundays at 2 p.m. and third Sundays at 10:30 a.m. Barber From Page B1 for six years now. And the latest addition to the shop workforce is Eubanks’ grandniece Victoria Hudson. Longtime regulars Some old timers wait for Eubanks’ chair to be free, though. It’s what they’re used to: “Almost all the people who wait for him he grew up with,” Hudson tells us. Eubanks also makes house calls upon occasion for a few clients who are getting on in years and are shut in these days. There’s no extra charge, it’s just a community service. One of those who wait for his chair to be free is Rappahannock native Downing Hitt, who popped in one afternoon recently with his granddaughter Kayla Robey. Hitt has been coming to Eubanks to get sheared for more than fifty years. He and Eubanks drove school buses together for some 17 years. Eubanks still drives one, as he has for the last forty years in Rappahannock. Asked if he had any dirt on Eubanks from all those years they’ve known one another, Hitt replied, “John’s all right. AD we need is a few more like him.” On the afternoon Hitt and granddaughter popped in, there was talk of goings on around the area. A Mr. Tbm Shenk recounted that at the racetrack in Luray recently, they’ve been selling beer at the race, and fights have been breaking out, and aD present agreed that selling beer at a race was asking for trouble. Eubanks was able to help a patron who was having trouble finding someone to repair their car seats. “You know, Fve got the card of a fellow on my board. He’s done work for me on my barber chairs,” he offered. Debate ovei* Virginia road maintenance came up, with Shenk opining that “even if it doesn’t need repair, they pave it every year,” while stylist Burke rejoined “they better pave 522”. You can get restaurant advice and reviews there too. Burke and Shenk both praised Southern Kitchen, over in the VaDey, and Eubanks put a vote in for Johnny Appleseed, which caused some dispute. And local travels and goings on: Shenk, who recently returned from St. Johns, U.S. Virgin Islands, tells us “you ain’t gonna see Buddy Lucas, he’s gone to Myrtle Beach”. On another day not long ago, the main topic of discussion was the recent passing of another local icon, Carson Johnson. Several folks spoke about his funeral and in praise of his long history and public service in the county, as weU as his stature as a veteran of WWII. Chronicling changing times Country barbers used to be found all over the place, especially in the South. When asked what led to their decline, Eubanks opined. “When the Beatles came over to this country, barbers weren’t needed so much anymore, and everyone went to the beauty shop”. As he recalled, during the Beatles’ first tour, moptops became all the rage for boys. Then, in the years following, the fashion for long hair came and stayed for years, and many young men would get haircuts a couple of times a year at most. Ironically, since then crew cuts returned and moptops are back again with some high-school boys. Both barber and long-time patrons all agree that the most significant changes over the decades since the barbershop opened have been the decline in agriculture and the changes that have come along with the constant climbing of land prices. “My dad bought forty acres back in ‘48 or ‘49 for $5,000. Now my broker tells me ‘do' I want to be a millionaire?” Eubanks said. Although he’s been offered a royal sum for his land, he’s not biting just yet. Lake a lot of people from here, he’d like his family to be able to have a house here. It is hardly a revelation to most in the county to read that surging land values have been a double edged sword. Patrons at the shop bemoan the influx of wealthy outsiders, who come in and build grandiose houses but don’t do business inside the county. At the same time working people who have been here all their lives can make some cash by selling, but they would have to move, and their relatives and younger working people can’t afford to buy a hduse in the county. Oasis amid the noise and bustle Amidst the tides of change, though, there is still a place of quiet in Sperryville, where the tonsorial tradition of the country barber begun long, long ago by Marion G. Watts is carried on today under a sign saying “The Barber of S’Ville”. The Sperryville Barber Shop is open Tuesday and Thursday from 8:30 to 5, Friday from 8:30 to 5:30 and Saturday from 8:00 to 3:30. John Eubanks operates at the Flint Hill barbershop on Mondays, from 1 to 5:30, and the Sperryville shop is closed Sundays, Mondays and Wednesdays. Tel: (540) 987-8808. Bill Kossler can be reached at bkossler@timespapers.com Religious Notes Gid Brown Bible Baptist Church of Washington will be having revival services starting Sunday, August 7 and going through Friday, August 12 at 7:30 p.m. with David Sommerdorf of Wasilla, Ala. preaching. The. Sommerdorf family will be singing Christ-honoring music. Pastor John Burke invites everyone to attend. Hope Hill Baptist Church of Castleton will be having their annual Vacation Bible School from August 8-12 at 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. each night. This year’s theme is “Construction Zone: Building Character like Jesus.” There will be singing, Bible stories, puppets, games, refreshments and missionary stories each night. Come and meet our Mascot, Darrell the Barrel. For more information, call (540) 829-4924. Hope to see you all there. Fletcher-Furbush celebrate wedding Fletcher-Furbush exchanged vows Barry McAlister Fletcher and David M. Furbush were married on July 1 in the evening at the Trinity Episcopal Church in Washington, Va., by The Rev. Jennings W. Hobson, HI. A small family wedding party consisted of the Furbush children, Jack, Paige, Mike and Elizabeth, all of Bluemont and Huntly. Ms. Deryn Semmes and Mr. Chuck Stinnot of Indian Run Farm in Huntly were attendants. r The wedding party, including Rev. Jennings W. Hobson, III and Molly Hobson, enjoyed a dehghtful wedding dinner at the Flint Hill Pubhc House afterwards. Mr. and Mrs. Furbush and the children enjoyed a week long family honeymoon including a spectacular Fourth of July celebration at The Homestead in Hot Springs, Va. The newlyweds will enjoy further honeymooning in San Francisco and Carmel, California later this month. Kagan Eric Coughlin and Alexandra Pierce van Beuren Coughlin-van Buren engagement announced Ms. Sharon C Pierce of WoodviUe is pleased to announce the engagement of her daughter Miss Alexandra Pierce van Beuren to Mr. Kagan Eric Coughlin of Washington D.C. Miss van Beuren is also the daughter of Mr. Franklin van Beuren of New York City. Miss van Beuren is a 2005 graduate of Vanderbilt University, with a degree in Economics and History. She is a writer for FolioFn in Vienna Virginia. Mr. Coughlin, son of Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Coughlin of Springfield, Vermont graduated from St. John’s University in Annapolis, Maryland and is a business analyst with FannieMae in Washington, D.C. Miss van Beuren is the grand daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Pierce of Warrenton and the late Mrs. John Pierce and the late Mr. Michael van Beuren of Sun Valley Idaho and the late Mrs. Phoebe Archbold of Birchrunville Pa. 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Upcoming Events Previews Visit with Father Patrick A visit with Father Patrick who has recently returned from Kenya at Central Coffee Roastery. Ann Georgia McC affray would like to invite Rappahannock friends and community to stop in and meet Father Patrick Wanakuta Baraza on August 1 at 7 p.m. at Central Coffee, Sperryville. A native of Kenya and member of the Bukusu tribe, Father Baraza is a traditional African healer, a tribal elder and storyteller, a Catholic priest, and a scholar of Islam. Join us for delicious coffee and snacks and interesting and informative news from this traveler. For questions, you may contact Ann at anngeoigia@firstva.com New wine debuts Gadino Cellars announces the release of our Barrel Select Chardonnay on Saturday, August 13th. Stop by our tasting room and let your pallet savor this delightfully complex wine. Select cheeses paired to our wines and the eclectic music of the “A Plus” trio will be offered for your pleasure between the hours of 1:30 and 5:00 p.m. This is the last 2004 vintage white wine release adding to our portfolio of Viognier, Premium Chardonnay and Sunset White. Whether you are a chardonnay connoisseur or a happy go lucky wine lover, we invite you taste this delectable white wine. We are located just outside the town of “little” Washington at 92 Schoolhouse road. For detailed directions visit www.gadinocellars.com' or call (540) 987-9292. Susan Greenbaum comes to Old Shadow Lawn The Bluemont Concert Series is proud to present the Susan Greenbaum Band on Saturday, August 6th at 7:30 p.m. for the eighth of ten Saturday evening performances. Due to construction activities at Warren Green, This season’s Bluemont concerts are relocated to the Old Shadow Lawn at 70 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, $2 for kids 12 and under; proceeds go to support Bluemonf s year round ArtistIn-Education Program in area schools. Susan Greenbaum will also participate in Bluemont’s Healthcare Outreach Program by performing for the residents of Amerisist of Warrenton. Susan Greenbaum delights audiences with her powerful and versatile voice, her lively combination of acoustic rock and pop music, and her energetic onstage presence. Based out of Richmond, the Susan Greenbaum Band has won recognition for its intelligent lyrics, beautiful melodies, and catchy hooks. Greenbaum is a songwriter as well as a singer, and has received Finalist awards in both the John Lennon Songwriting Contest and the U.SA. Songwriting Contest. This is her first season with Bluemont. Plan to bring a lawn chair or a blanket to sit on. Mid Photo courtesy of Bluemont Concert Senes Susan Greenbaum wifery Options for Mothers will provide homemade refreshments as a fundraiser for its programs in our community. Door prizes donated by Carousel’s and Foster’s Grille 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. This summer, Bluemont will present more than 70 concerts in twelve communities in northwest and central Virginia including Ashland, Colonial Beach, Culpeper, Fredericksburg, Haymarket, Leesburg, Luray, Middleburg, Spotsylvania, Stafford, Warrenton and Winchester. We welcome you to visit any of the other Bluemont concert sites. For schedules, directions and visitor information contact the Bluemont office at (703) 777-6306 or visit www.bluemont.oig. Clear out now You don’t need it anymore. It’s useful, clean, not broken, but is just in the way at your place. You have been looking at it for years, and wondering what to do with it. Clear out the space now by donating this and other things around the house to the big yard sale of the Rappahannock County Democrats. This Rappahannock tradition is scheduled for September 3rd. We’ll come get it; large or small, short or tall, whatever it is, we will give you a receipt and take it away for you. Just about anything in and around the house, the barn or the garage - put it to good use by your neighbors. For questions, call Gloria Allen at 540 547 4621. 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 email, send to Jan Clatterbuck at jclatterbuck@timespapers.com July 28 , August 4: Furry Thursdays at the Bleu Rock Inn Tonight Aplus is performing! Admission is free but donations gladly accepted to benefit the Rappahannock Animal Welfare League. Thursdays 6 p.m. to 10 p.m, rain or shine. All ages. July 28: APlus August 4: Bare Witness Come on out, listen to music, relax with friends, and support the animal shelter. The Bleu Rock is located in Washington, Va. on US 211 (12567 Lee Hwy.) across from the high school. For more information contact, Jim McCullough at 987-3190 July, September: Yoga Classes at Belle Meade Summer Yoga Classes at Belle Meade Schoolhouse. For those of you who aspire to flexibility and serenity, summer yoga is underway now at Belle Meade Schoolhouse on Rt. 231. from July 10 through Sept. 8. Fee is $12 for drop-ins, $10 for 6 or more classes or with registration. Monday, 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon (Mary, Janice Wednesday, 6-7:30 p.m. (Mary, Janice) Friday, 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon (Tanya, Mary, Kit). Come join us in this beautiful setting Questions? Email maryomeara@earthlink.net, or call Mary O’Meara at 825-1215. Hope to see you there. July 28: Hint Hill Annual Carnival Flint Hill Volunteer Fire & Rescue will continue their annual carnival tonight Thursday, July 28 through Saturday, July 30. Lots of games, rides and food for all ages. Thursday night, July 28 at 6:30 p.m. Blue Grass music by Richard Brady and the Shenandoah Travelers. Friday night, July 29 the Grand Parade will start at 6:45 p.m. Saturday night, July 30 the Grand Prize drawing for 2005 Chevy Colorado Pickup and the Black Angus Heifer. July 30: Ancient art of Tai Chi On July 30 Ancient art of Tai Chi classes will be held at the Mountain Cafe from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. For more information call, Shana Salehi at 923-4133. 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 Civil War Roundtable Meetings Fauquier County Civil War Roundtable monthly meeting The Fauquier County Civil War Roundtable’s monthly dinner meeting will be held Wednesday, August 10, 2005,at the Fauquier Springs Country Club. Everyone, members and non-members are invited and welcome. Mr. Jack Price will speak on “The Role of Native Americans During the Civil War.” • Jack lives in Rappahannock County and has had a lifetime interest in history and the Civil War. He is a retiree of the Veterans Administration and now coaches pitching and hitting. Jack is the past President of the Blue Ridge Civil War Roundtable, and for several years the coach of the very successful girls softball team at Culpeper County High School. The evening starts with a social time at 6:30 p.m. Dinner is from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. followed by the program. Guests can come just for the program if they wish. For reservations and directions call President Jim Flanagan at 540-439-3549 by Monday, August 8. For information about Fauquier County Civil War Roundtable visit our website at: www.fccwrt.org. Blue Ridge Civil War Roundtable monthly meeting The next meeting of the Blue Ridge Civil War Roundtable will be on Tuesday, August 16, 2005 at. the Public House Restaurant in Flint Hill, VA. Mr. Frank Stringfellow Walker, Jr will talk on the “Battle of Cedar Mountain.” Frank was bom in Madison County and now lives in Orange County. He is the grandson of Robert Walker one of Mosb/s rangers. Frank got his BS degree in agronomy from VPI, and MBA at the University of Virginia, and a law degree from UVA He practiced law for many years in Orange, VA He is now founder and President of Tburguide, LTD, and provides tours of Civil War sites in the area. He is a member of the Orange County Historical Society and the author of “Remembering: A History of Orange County, VA The evening starts with a social time at 6.30 p.m. Dinner is from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. followed by the program. The cost of the meal is $12 per person. Everyone, members and non-members are invited and welcome. A person can come just for the program at 8:00 p.m. if they wish. For reservations and directions call Gary Wilson at 540547-4106 by Monday, August 15. tax. Gray Ghost is located at 14706 Lee Highway in Amissville and can be contacted at (cc540) 937-4869. July: Red Cross Blood Drives Times for the Red-Cross Blood drives as as follows: Culpeper Moose Lodge Drive, at Madison Rescue Squad Building. Your blood saves lives! Please mark your calendar and plan to donate. 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 information, call the Red Cross at 8258611. 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 ihonetary donation enters you in a drawing for tickets to Gray Ghost’s Holiday Open House! Winners will be contacted by phone and the tickets will be mailed. Gray Ghost is located at 14706 Lee Highway in Amissville and can be contacted at (540 937-4869. July 31, August Quest Movement Arts Center schedule for Nia, Yoga and Synergy Dance Monday and Wednesday: 5:30 Nia; 7 p.m. yoga. There will be Sunday evening yoga classes at 7 p.m. on July 31. Thursday evening’s Synergy Dance will be “a la carte” this summer. Drop in when you are in town for $15 or sign up for four classes in August. The time is still 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Call Virginie for more information on Synergy Dance at (540)937-5609. The studio can also be rented by the hour and private yoga and Nia sessions are available with Kim. Call (540) 364-9299 or (540) 660-2060 after 9 p.m. or on weekends. August 1: Central Coffee Roastery A visit with Father Patrick who has recently returned from Kenya at Central Coffee Roastery. Ann Georgia McCaffray would like to invite Rappahannock friends and community to stop in and meet Father Patrick Wanakuta Baraza on August 1 at 7 p.m. at Central Coffee, Sperryville. A native of Kenya and member of the Bukusu tribe, Father Baraza is a traditional African healer, a tribal elder and storyteller, a Catholic priest, and a scholar of Islam. Join us for delicious coffee and snacks and interesting and informative news from this traveler For questions, you may contact Ann at anngeorgia@firstva.com August 2: Monthly meeting The Culpeper Soil and Water Conservation District holds its monthly Board of Directors’ meetings on the first Tuesday of each month at 9:30 a.m. Meeting location rotates alphabetically through the five counties served by the District-Culpeper, Greene, Madison, Oranf"\ and Rappahannock. The next Board of Directors’ meeting will be held on August 2 in Culpeper, at Virginia Community Bank. For further information & directions, call 825-8591. August 5: “The Chorus” The Rappahannock Association for the Arts and the Community will present "The Chorus” on August 5 at 8 p.m at the Theatre in Washington. Nominated for Best Foreign Language film, ‘The Chorus” is a beautiful film with a memorable musical score. , August 6: Family reunion Clark/Chinn/Thompson/Cr enshaw/Dennis/Pope/Carter/C liffin/Woods/Grayson family reunion t There will be a potluck picnic at the Rappahannock Recreation Park on US 211 from 2-7 p.m. August 6: Susan Greenbaum performs in Warrenton The Bluemont Concert Series will present singer and songwriter Susan Greenbaum at this Saturday’s concert held at 70 Old Shadow Lawn in Warrenton. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and prepared to be entertained. The concert begins at 7: 30 p.m. Admission is $5 per person, $4 for Bluemont Friends and seniors, $2 for kids 12 and under. In case of rain, the concert will take place at Taylor Middle School. August 7: Artist’s reception at Middle Street Gallery Follow along with the artistic process and see the steps that lead fo the final product at the current show at Middle Street Gallery entitled “Process Revealed.” There will be an artist’s reception on Sunday, August 7 from 2-6 p.m. The gallery is located next to the Inn at Little Washington. Call (540) 6753440 for more information. August 7: JenkinsSisk-Woodard reunion Jenkins, Sisk and Woodard reunion will be held on August 7 at 11 a.m. at the Rappahannock Recreation Center, Washington. Bring a covered dish. For information call, Louise Woodard at 675-2041 or Jenny Conley at 635-9085. Everyone is welcome. August 10: Fauquier County Civil War Roundtable meeting The Fauquier County Civil War Roundtable will hold their monthly dinner meeting on Wednesday, August 10, at the Fauquier Springs Country Club. Mr. Jack Price will speak on “The Role of Native Americans during the Civil War.” Jack lives in Rappahannock and is the past president of the Blue Ridge Civil War Roundtable. The evening starts with a social time at 6:30 p.m. Dinner is from 7-8 p.m. For reservations and directions, call Jim Flanagan at (540) 439-3549. August 10-13: Sperryville Annual Carnival Speryville Volunteer Fire & Rescue will hold their annual parade and carnival starting on Wednesday, August 10 through Saturday, August 13. Lots of games, rides and food for all ages. Wednesday, August 10: Rides and games. Thursday, August 11: The grand parade starting at 7 p.m., carnival rides and games. Friday, August 12: Bluegras music by Brian Taylor and Anthony Clinedinst, also chicken dinners by the Sperryvillle Fire Depatment Auxiliary. Saturday, August 13: Crowning of the Queen and Little Mister Fire Chief, also the grand prize drawing $1000. Come out and support the Fire Department. 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 , August 12. The show 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 lesleyamold@hotmail.com, or call Lesley Arnold on (540) 636-2344. August 12: Arts and Crafts Camp Arts and Crafts Camp wrill be held Monday through Friday 9 am. to 3 p.m. Session III is August 8 to August 12. The cost is $150 per session. For registration call (540) 987-8670 or email artsandcraftscamp@y ahoo. com August 13: Gadino Cellars debuts new wines Gadino Cellars announces the release of our Barrel Select Chardonnay on Saturday, August 13th. Stop by our lasting room and let your pallet savor this delightfully complex wine. Select cheeses will be paired to our wines and the eclectic music of the “A Plus” trio will be offered for your pleasure between the hours of 1:30 and 5:00 p.m. wine. We are located just outside the town of “Little” Washington at 92 Schoolhouse road. For detailed directions, visit www.gadinocellars.com or call (540) 987-9292. August 16: Blue Ridge Civil War Roundtable meeting The Blue Ridge Civil War Roundtable will hold their monthly meeting on Tuesday, August 16 at the Flint Hill Public House. Mr. Frank Stringfellow Walker, Jr. will talk on “The Battle of Cedar Mountain.” The evening star+s with a social time at 6:30 p.m. Followed by dinner from 7-8: 00 p.m. Followed by the pro?ram. The cost of the meal is 12 per person. For reservations and directions, call Gary Wilson at (540) 547-4106. August 16: Introduction Ebase There will be an introuduction to Ebase on August 16 at 10 a.m. to 12 noon at the Rappahannock High School, led by Amy Silver. August 17: Rappahannock Free Clinic The Rappahannock Free Clinic will be open on Wednesday, August 17 but will be closed on August 31. at the Rappahannock Health Department in Washington,. Patient registration is 5:306:30 p.m. For more information, call the clinic at 675-2525 or 347-0394. August 31: “Images of Rappahannock and Warrenton” Artist Tanya Richey will be exhibiting “Images of Rappahannock and Warrenton” through August 31 at the Fauquier Hospital. August and September: Music Lessons We are adding guitar lessons to our list of music lessons offered through the RCPS Band Program. During the summer, some lessons rim every other week, last 45 minutes each and cost $18 each. Weekly 1/2 hour lessons cost $12, to late August. We hope to resume piano lessons in September. For more information contact, Kathryn Treanor at 937-5794 or reply to: treanors@purespeed.com September 3: Donations for yard sale . Your neighbors in the Rappahannock County Democratic Committee seek donations of saleable household items - from furniture to tools, dishes to puzzle for the annual yard sale to be held September 3rd. To donate or to arrange pickup of large items, call Gloria at (540) 547-4621. September 10: Taste of Rappahannock It’s not too early to reserve your seat and/or table for this year’s upcoming “Taste of Rappahannock” to be held at the Belle Meade Schoolhouse on scenic Route 231. The cost of the event is $135 per person with patron tables available at $1,500. Now, in its seventh year, it is one of the most popular and festive benefits featuring the finest from Rappahannock restaurants. To make reservations, call Paige Coombs at Headwaters at (540) 675-1819 or email at headwaters@shentel.net Tuesdays: Prayer Hour Community Prayer Hour, Tuesdays, 12 noon to 1 p.m.. Spiritual Care Support Ministry Center, 76 West Shirley Avenue, Warrenton. Nondenominational. Come for prayer. Chaplain Liz Danielsen (540) 349-5814. Spiritual Care Support Ministries Reaching for a Hand, and Touching a Heart 76 West Shirley Avenue, PO. Box 643 Warrenton, VA 20188 (540) 349-5814 or (703) 594-3168.

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 July 18 to July 22. To find transfers in other Northern Virginia counties, visit www. times papers.com. (Please note that only the first person named as the grantor or grantee is listed.) Hampton Lois Manookian and trustee to Timothy Carrington and wife; 8.312 acres, $500,000 Wakefield Everett O. Tauber to Leah Huston; Wakefield BRME Lot 23, Block 10, Section E, $800 (sic) Donald R. Chandler and wife to Richard Gehman Thomas; 3.6319 acres, $555,500 Piedmont Charles B. Dodson and wife to William F. Pumphrey and other trustees; 0.59901 acres, $245,000 Jackson Billy Rogers Dodson and others to Miscellaneous Real Estate Properties LLC; Map 42-19, unspecified lot, $160,000 plSliil 'Kaye and Rick Kohler Call us and see why Rappahannock National Bank is... 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VA. $575,000 * Oil) SririHOLSE Road - jo^jv^iMr^tTpeper Co. with a>mimmtoig**i<Ql^t|(Wli^Mfigc. A solititftki^J(£jl1>2.T^afn /< >y home needs renovation. MmOOO ** Fair Haven -Completely renovated in 2004. Unique design w ith enclosed courtyard and spacious newer wing. Approx. 5300 finished sq. If. gourmet kitchen 4 BDR. 4 BTH. 2 half BTH. 15 acres. $1,4*9.000 ** Ragland Farm - I V^^j^^v ,evvs and 1II^40m3^ JBDR timber frame cottage and new farm buildings. $1,795,(MM) * Rl \\l\(, ChD.AK I.\ \H - 12 secluded acres near Sperrvvilie with well designed artisan-built home. 2 bedrooms. 2 baths, and an ingenious open plan. $569,000 ** ii i ii i1 ii whih ii miii mmi m*\ in iiiiiiiiiiwiiiiBwiiiHiiiiw ()'B\\\0\'s Mm. Road - Secluded 3BR. 2 BA home on 1.35 acres near the Rappahanixick Co. line. I -arge (.leek, porch, open kitchen and living room with woodstove. Possible owner tinancing. $350,000 *** P.\OL.\ L.A\L - Beautifully designed home with many special features on 14 secluded acres - minutes to the Park. Gourmet kitchen, living/dining twin, library. office. 3 BDR. 2.5 BTH. $749,000 ** >• . V. . ‘ . .v.w Meadow Br(k>k Farm - impressive cedar and 'ti'ik' home on 100 ac res overlooking a large hike with magnitieent views. K RDR. h.5 BT1 I. 7 IP. Includes stables. hams. guest Ixxise. tennis court. $2500,000 * Bl.tf kWXfhK ()\KS - Architect designed home in spectacular natural setting. Dramatic great room with exposed beam training. Iieldstonc fireplace, walnut ptmeled library 4 BDR. 4BTH 27 acres. SJW5.000 ** Si\Shi UlIJS - 25 acres estate overlooking ba'athtaking views. Contemporary home with ga*at axm lame kitchen family nxmi. 5 BDR ami 4 BTH. Beautiful landscaping and S stall stable. Ideal lor a vinevard . .. * t-U IVi. V M *> IIIV I Y. 1 * Justin H. WUey - 540-672-5603 **Cheri F. Woodard - 540-987-9080 ***Philip Strange - 540-937-5858 Barbara & Thorne Auchter - 540-987-9450 Peter Wiley - 540-672-0773 ****Martin Woodard - 540-987-9080 257 Gay Street, P.O. Box 102, Washington, VA 22747 540-675-3999 www.farmsandestates.net I I gh the so Police Briefs Deer cause confusion July 23, 2:59 a.m.: A resident of Seven Ponds Road reported hearing shots fired at 3:00 a.m. Saturday morning. The complainant reported that the shots repeated every 5-7 minutes and had been reoccurring for several nights. Deputy Kearns of the Rappahannock County Sheriffs Department investigated the incident and found that the sounds were caused by a neighbor’s propane- powered air gun, an anti-deer “scare device” commonly used to keep deer away from orchards. In a similar incident on July 23 at 10:25 p.m. deputies were notified that a resident of Yancy road could hear shots fired near the Jenkins orchard. Upon investigation, it was found that that they had a special use permit to shoot wildlife causing harm to their plants. Hit and run July 23: At 10:25 p.m. Chad Bear, driving a Chevy Silverado was the victim of a hit and run accident on Fodderstack Road. The Silverado was sideswiped by a large style maroon truck Following the collision, the truck drove away headed towards Washington and was not apprehended. The victim waited for state police in Flint Hill. The damage to Bear’s car was minor. overturned trucK July 24: A truck driven by Robert McNeal of Winchester, VA overturned on US 211 heading west.The vehicle ran off the road and struck a drain culvert, causing the truck to roll three times. Mr. McNeal had his seatbelt on and walked away uninjured. Awaiting trial July 20: Flint Hill resident Jennifer Shanks was transferred to the Rappahannock County Jail to await trial for two counts of obtaining money in excess of $200 by false pretenses and four counts of writ-, ing bad checks. Shanks was arrested in Washington D.C. r 1 Inspiring Tfmigfite & Randy Minter MOURNING JEWELRY Mourning jewelry’s histpry reaches back nearly two millennia. It reached its peak in Victorian England at the latter half of the 19th century. Its height of popularity in this country came during the Civil War. The most popularly used material in this jewelry was jet, which is a variety of fossilized coal. In the first stage of mourning, jet jewelry was the only ornamentation women were allowed. In later stages of mourning, guttapercha (a natural latex obtained from evergreen trees and the first plastic material used for costume jewelry), gold, and human hair were incorporated into mourning jewelry. Taking a lock of hair and weaving it into jewelry started as a simple way of keeping the departed close. We all have our ways of remembering loved ones. At the Moser Funeral Home, we’re here to help you through a difficult time and provide the logistical support you need. We’re at 233 Broadview Avenue, Warrenton, call 347-3431. “People living deeply have no fear of death." ~ Anais Nin 1 w$f) apeiJ’s, v>^ > vr • 'c' ^ trcoi^jaties^ Call 540-675-3349 with your news tips.

Obituaries Cookie Wildman Family in Rappahannock Adlin Gay “Cookie” Wildman, died on Tuesday, July 19 at her resident in Locust Grove. She was bom in Marion County, W. Va., Feb. 26, 1942. Ms. Wildman was a 1960 graduate of Bentleyville High School in Pennsylvania and was Methodist. She was preceded in death by her parents, Rev. and Mrs. Thomas A. Wildman Sr., and a brother, Charles A. Wildman. Ms. Wildman is survived by six children; Carl Grohs , Jr. of Waynesboro, Thomas Grohs of Fredericksburg, John Grohs of Front Royal, Michell Grohs of Chester Gap, Jay Childrey of Amissville and Kim Garver of Hawaii. Additional survivors include two sisters, Rosa McElroy of West Virginia, Patricia Jeffries of Locust Grove, two brothers, Thomas Wildman Jr. of Maine and Robert Wildman of Amissville and fourteen grandchildren.. Funeral services were held July 22 at Moser Funeral Home in Warrenton, with Rev. J. Richard Winter officiating. Interment was held at Catlett Cemetery, Catlett, VA. Memorial contributions may be made to the Mary Washington Home Health and Hospice, 5012 Southpoint Pkwy, Fredericksburg VA 22407. Joseph J. Baldwin Family in Washington Joseph Jackson Baldwin, 84, of Rileyville, Va. died on Thursday, July 21 at Rockingham Memorial Hospital, Harrisonburg, Va. Mr. Baldwin was bom September 14, 1920 in Rileyville, Va. to the late George Burke Baldwin and Elsia Elizabeth Pullen Baldwin. He was a tanner for 25 years with Va. Oak Tannery, a lifetime farmer, Navy Veteran of World War II and was a member of the Gid Brown Baptist Church in Washington, Va. Mr. Baldwin is survived by his wife, Janice Arleen Baldwin of Rileyville, four daughters, Bonnie Stockner, Carolyn Fox and Doris Helton all of Luray, Jane Alger, three sons, J. B. and Roger Baldwin both from Rileyville and Ronnie Baldwin of Luray. Additional survivors include one brother, Daniel Baldwin of Luray, three sisters, Nina Fox of Luray, Nellie Clatterbuck of Harrisonburg, Va., and Bessie Baldwin of Washington, 14 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a daughter, Josephine Baldwin, four sisters, Verlie and Deplhia Baldwin, Vergie Smeltzer and Mary Welch. Funeral services were held on July 25 at Bradley Funeral Home, Inc. in Luray with Pastor John K. Burke and Harold H. Spencer, Jr. officiating. Interment followed in Keyser Family Cemetery, Rileyville, Va. Katherine R. Breeden Katherine R. Breeden Katherine R. Breeden, 85, of Culpeper, died on Wednesday, July 20 at Culpeper Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was bom in Amissville on April 8, 1920, a daughter of Ernest Jeffries and Gabrielle Jenkins Jeffries. Mrs. Breeden had retired from Whitehall Farm where she was the housekeeper. She had lived at Warrenton Manor for over 20 years and was a member of the Warrenton Church of Christ. She enjoyed music, gardening, and sewing and loved to cook for her family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Floyd Allen Breeden Sr„ a son, Floyd A Breeden Jr. and a grandson, Perry Breeden, eight sisters and brothers. Mrs. Breeden is survived by two daughters, Jeanette Spencer of Gaithersburg, Md. and Sheila Wines of Midland. Additional survivors include five grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. Funeral services were held July 23 at Moser Funeral Home, 233 Broadview Ave, Warrenton. Interment followed in Warrenton Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Warrenton Volunteer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 3370, Warrenton VA 20188. Edward Franklin Clatterbuck Formerly of Rappahannock Edward Franklin Clatterbuck, 82, of Arlington formerly of Rappahannock County, died Sunday July 24 at the Virginia Hospital Center in Arlington Va. He was bom July 14, 1923 in Jameson, Missouri to the late Stonewall Jackson and Martha Smedley Clatterbuck. Mr. Clatterbuck attended Thornton’s Gap Regular Baptist Church while living in Rappahannock; he was a life member of the V.F.W. Post #1150 in Sperryville, a member of Arlington Centennial Glebe Lodge #81, AF&AM in Arlington and a member of Ashton Heights Civic Association. He enjoyed his Bluegrass music, hunting and fishing. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Mary Elizabeth Johnson Clatterbuck, and their daughter, Jane Elizabeth Hoffer and her husband Robert, of Chantilly, three grandchildren, and two great grandchildren, also numerous nieces nephews and other extended family and beloved friends. In audition to his parents he is preceded in death by his two sisters and one brother. Funeral services were held on Wednesday July 27 at Found and Sons Funeral Chapel of Culpeper, with Rev. . Kirby Shenk and Rev. John Burke officiating. Interment followed at the Washington Masonic Cemetery in Washington Va. Memorial donations may be made to Thornton’s Gap Regular Baptist Church, Thornton Gap Road, Sperryville, Virginia 22740, and/or the Arlington Centennial Glebe Masonic Lodge #81 Scholarship Fund, 10721 Oakenshaw Court, Burke, Virginia, 22015-2320. 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 CivilWar 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 B&B, 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. $435,000 Visit our website at www.samsneadrealty.com to search ALL listings within the MLS Database Locally owned and managed. Your Hometown Realtors- ur\vw.samsneadrealty.com * 540-987-9243 * Real Estate Professionals Making Friends For Life J NEW LISTING! HIGHLAND FARM - Located in southern Fauquier Countv, this 30 acre estate is the ideal country property for those with discriminating taste. Boasting generous frontage on the Rappahannock River and commanding views of the rolling Virginia countryside Uxthe Blue Ridge mountains, Highland Farm has potential as a hunt box, vineyard, or private retreat. The outstanding collection of specimen trees, manicured lawns, a sparkling pool and koi pond provide an enchanting setting. An historic stone guest cottage overlooks a large pond and open pastures. The main house features 4 bedrooms, including 2 master suites, stone fireplaces, cathedral ceilings, solarium with jacuzzi and many other extras, thoughtfully laid-out horse facilities include a 5 stall bam with foaling room, wash stall and loft, together with a variety of outbuildings, run-in sheds and board fencing in all paddocks. The property is offered in three tax parcels. $2,000,000 Amy Sloaue Timbers 540-987-8668 NEW LISTING! TOUCHSTONE COTTAGE - A pardpner's Helighr this charming cottage is nestled in a i UNDER CONTRACT makes this 3 BA, 2BA house- vviui gitumiuu.se uiigm, auv anu easy :o maintain. $699,000 A thoughtful layout Alan Zuschlas 540-937-6124 L NEW LISTING! MT. WELBY - Exquisitely renovated historic estate in Fauquier near Rappahannock County. Generously proportioned rooms and high ceilings in this 3BA2.5BA home. Commanding views of the Blue Ridge, old stone walls, and 3 ponds on 22 acres. Additional acreage available. Old Dofninion Hounds territory near Marriott Ranch. More photos and description at: www.farms-estates.com. $1,595,000 Alan Zusclilag 540-937-6124 GLEN GORDON LODGE - One of Rappahannock's grandest estates. Large 5 BD manor house with wine cellar. 8 room staff house. 2 BD guest house with private entrance. Ppol. 4 stall bam. Fenced and cross-fenced. Old Dominion Hunt territory. $2.9 million Alan Zuschlag 540-937-6124 or Ruth Ripley 540-253-5133 . g 'a*" ’ 'jewy?-" "v nuf r '■LU. I VI. HJ CHANCELLOR'S ROCK FARM - Rappahannock's most magnificent estate. This 446 acre working cattle farm has twice been’featured in Architectural Digest and boasts a log and stone cabin main residence, two guest houses, manager's house, and a remarkable pool and dining complex. Numerous outbuildings include a garden cabin, 3-stall bam, run-in shed, hay barn, 4 bay machine garage, and 3 greenhouses. Incredible mountain views, frontage on the Rappahannock River, world class gardens and a tennis court complete this luxurious and private retreat. Shov\Ti bv appointment to qualified buvers only. Price available on request Gloria Armfield 540-687-6395 or Alan '/.uschlag 540-937-6124 ' THE HISTORIC GAY STREET INN - An exceptional opportunity to purchase a charming residence and thriving Bed and Breakfast. The restored 1860 s farmhouse features 4 guest rooms, each with its own full bath. The tasteful 3 BD, 2 BA 1992 addition serves as the Innkeepers' primary residence. $849,500 Howie Simim 540-937-3996 THE STUART HOUSE - Rare combination ot mountain views and rural ambience in an in-town setting. Large, comfortable, and elegant 4- BD, 3 BA, Victorian. Landscaped 1.5 acres bordering large meadow. Ideal full-time residence. $695,000 Alan Zuschlag 540-937-6124 'NEW RENTAL! - Charming old log home with all tire modern conveniences. 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 halt baths. Two porches. Spectacular views and 30 acres to hike. $1,500 per month. Amy Sloane Timber* 540-987-8668 Armfield, Miller & Ripley, Inc. 322 Main Street • P.O. Box 266 • Washington V A 22747 Phone:(540)675-1488 • Web: www.amr-rpk.coni Exclusive Member of the Estates Club Sotheby's INTERNATIONAL REALTY

Big doings in Flint Hill starting this week This week our little village is up to its neck with the annual Flint Hill Carnival. Besides the rides and games and good food, tonight we have bluegrass music. The Shenandoah Travelers will play at 6:30 pm on the carnival grounds. Come on down. We might pick one you know. Tomorrow night, Friday, the giant parade begins at 6:45 pm. And, on Saturday night, raffle frenzy, concluding at midnight with the drawing for the brand new pickup truck. Buy the lucky chance, and get a new truck. I « ills ■88 KK KK l&i l'k\ ■ isjs I W5 1«? “WfiiA Chrysler Auto Credit Center Bankruptcy - Divorce -Repossession Foreclosure - Tax Liens No Problem! -347-6622 A Name You Know, A Name You Can Trust I !! | n 1 i H I s? 1 I $ I v 1 « | y ■ The Best . One Home at JT. ^ NEW LISTING Lee Highway Craft House This nicely renovated farm house and large two story garage has a lot of i potential. The property fronts on Lee Highway, a well traveled tourist route to the Shenandoah National Park, just west of Sperryville. The home has two bedrooms, one bath, a loft, large living room and family room with iireplace. The garage has a total of approximately 960 j square feet. This property is ideal for a craft, antique or gift shop, outfit- j ter. office suite or other tourist related businesses. $349,000 Martin Woodard 540-987-9080 mhwoodardQ earthlink.net Can’t beat that. After all the heat we are expecting this week, you are going to want to get out of the house in the cool of the evening. Go to the carnival, have a good time, and show the men and women of this fire and rescue unit how much we appreciate all their hard work throughout the year. See you there! Berries everywhere Have you seen what a huge crop of red raspberries there is this year? They are every where. And blackberries, too. Linda and I just finished making blackberry pies. We had an assembly line going. They are so good, and freeze wonderfully. All you need is one cup of crushed berries (we use the food processor, and make a slurry), one cup of sugar, eight ounces of cream cheese (we use Lite), and eight ounces of cool whip (low fat). Put it all in a big mixing bowl and stir until it is all one consistent color. It’s best to stir, and not use the electric mixer, r Mold in your Home1 The buzz word today in Real Estate is “MOLD”. Over the past few years mold has become a bigger and bigger issue. Mold can provide a health hazard to those who are allergic to it, and it’s common to find mold in homes. Much has been made of indoor mold in advertising and media lately, and a common concern for homeowners and buyers. Whether you’re selling your current home or looking to buy a home, it is important to get a mold inspection. The presence of active mold can affect the resale value of any home. When mold spores drop where there is excessive moisture in your home, it will grow. Common problem sites include humidifiers, leaky roofs and pipes around sinks, bath tubs, plant pots, steam from cooking, wet clothes, and flooding, including wet basements. Have your home tested for Mold. If you have problems correct them. Your home will bring a higher price and you can give the buyer peace of mind that your home is free of mold. Sam Snead, broker GRI, crs. CRB Home: 540-987-9336 Locally owned and managed. Your Hometoum Realtors 540-987-9243 • www.samsneadrealtv.corn 1£> W0A i it I!«! 1 88 I?8?8 m ■ * : n \* Chrysler Auto Credit Center Bankruptcy - Divorce-Repossession Foreclosure - Tax Liens No Problem! 1-347-6622 A Name You Know, A Name You Can Trust A ******* ^ because that tends to reduce the air in the cool whip. Put that in a store bought graham cracker crust, that has the clear plastic top, seal it up and put in the refrigerator for some good eating, or freeze it for later. I have been told you can substitute any type of fruit for the berries, and I am anxious to try it with some good peaches. We have only used the blackberries. Enjoy. Bird sighting This week we saw a cormorant fly into the big maple tree growing beside the stream coming from Mrs. Lee’s place. I have seen them numerous times in the south, near the shore. They look something like an anhinga, or water turkey, but I am pretty sure this was a double-crested cormorant. I believe this is the first time I have seen one in Virginia. Our bird books say they are here, and I guess they must be right. They are aquatic feeders, and I wondered, with so many people building ponds, if they might be finding the pickings pretty easy. More fish stories Concerning the ‘fish tale’ article I wrote a week or so ago, I received a nice call from Basil Hickerson in Nokesville, VA. He told me he knew the Shining Tree, Ontario, area well, and had been up there Flint Hill Richard Brady 675-3754 richardbradyl@ juno.com on numerous occasions. As a matter of fact, he said he was headed up that way last week to go fishing. Like most people, he prefers the walleye to the northern pike. I appreciated the call, and we had a good conversation about our exploits in those regions. Hope to hear about his luck when he gets back to the states. (Small world note: Basil’s cqusin, “Dot,” married my cousin Mary Lillard.) Get well list Another of our community citizens took a fall last week. Bill Welch, whose wife used to write this column, fell and broke his leg. Bill was working with Impact Virginia, of the Shiloh Baptist Church Association, and they had about 350 youngsters working to help some of our citizens with repair projects on their homes. Bill does so much for the community and he will surely be missed this week at the Flint Hill carnival. Bill is at the Fauquier Hospital. Let’s keep him in our hearts and prayers and wish him a speedy recovery. Until next time, stay well, and I hope to see you at the carnival. Check out the post office for new commemorative stamps The U.S. Postal Service will issue two 37-cent stamps nationwide on July 30 and 31. American Advances in Aviation wil premiere te new designs in a pressure adhesive pane of 20 entitled American Advances in Aviation build on the popular Classic American Aircraft collection issued in 1997. Aircraft chosen for this new stamp pane illustrate American innovations and technological contributions to military, commercial, and general aviation during the 1930s, ‘40s and ‘50s. The following ten aircraft will be featured: Boeing’s 247 and B-29 Superfortress; Consolidated’s PBY Catalina and B-24 Liberator; Lockheed’s P-80 Shooting Star; Grumman’s F6F Hellcat; Republic’s P-47 1800s Log Cabin moved from Pennsylvania sits majestically on 2.8 acres with amazing view of Old Rag Mountain. Unusual two story with new tin roof. Heart pine flooring from original home throughout. Has power but needs septic and well. Offered at $500,000. 12.5 acres, nicely wooded parcel on the Jordan River 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 6e swimming holes. Offered at $395,000. Charming I850's Victorian Farmhouse on 1.3 acres in Historical 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. Nine iwooded acres less than a mile from Shenandoah national Park affords solitude and views. Lots of glass in this three-bedroom contemporary with open floot plan provides bright sunrises and magnificent sunsets. Offered at $429,000. APPAHANNOCK EAL ESTATE. ESOURCES 540-675-1190 Butch Zindel Trish Bartholomew butch@rapprealestate.com tbartl@earthlink.net d www.RappahamiockRealEstateRespurccs.com ^ Washington Jan Clattertxjck 675-3338 jclatterbuck@ timespapers.com Thunderbolt; Northrop’s YB-49 Flying Wing; Engineering and Research Corporation’s Ercoupe 415; and Beechcralt’s 35 Bonanza. Depicted in the header illustration are the Hughes H-l racer and Boeing’s YB-52 Stratofortress. The stamp illustrations and header design were painted by William S. Phillips, an awardwinning historical aviation and landscape artist who also created the artwork for the 1997 Classic American Aircraft collection. The second one is New Mexico Rio Grande Blankets commemorative stamps in four designs in a pressure-sensitive adhesive double-sided convertible booklet of 20. The stamps designed by Derry Noyes chose four 19th century New Mexico Rio Grande Blankets. The stamps feature photographs of blankets from the collection of the museum of International Folk Art in Santa Fe, New Mexico the museum of Indian Arts and culture/Laboratory of Anthropology in Santa Fe, New Mexico, and the Taylor Museum, Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center in Colorado Springs, Colorado. New Mexico Rio Grande Blankets will go nationwide on July 31. See WASHINGTON, Page B7 Boston Marie F. Atkins 987-8802 Congratulations to former teacher The University of Mary Washington located in Frederickburg has bestowed the “Distinguished Alumnus Award” upon Mrs. Virginia Lewis Dalton, who for many years was a science teacher in Culpeper High School. This writer had the privilege of being in her class in my senior year. Mrs. Dalton is a past president of the Virginia Education Association and a member of the National Education Association Board, and was named the “Outstanding Woman Educator of Virginia in the year 1976. While teaching in the Culpeper School system, Mrs. Dalton resided with her parents on the farm on Stonehouse See BOSTON, Page B7

Boston From Page B6 Mountain Road, but for many years she has been a resident of Chesterfield County, Va. It was good to have known her, and she attended many of our high school class reunions. / Off to grandma’s Kelly and Matthew Bragg visited their grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Peregory in Front Royal this past weekend. Careless Webb and the Gospel Strings rendered a Gospel musical at Bethel Baptist Church of Reva Way Saturday evening. Volunteers needed If there is anyone in our area willing to volunteer to teach adults, the Culpeper Literacy Council desperately needs you. Call Linda Bowers at (540) 8253677. Reunion reminder A reminder to any member of the Sisk, Jenkins and Woodard families that there will be a reunion held at the Rappahannock Park Recreation Center on Sunday, August 7 at 11 a.m. Call 675-2041 for more information. Happy birthday! Birthday greetings go out to Turner Foster whose day was Tuesday, Chris Richards and Wanda Bayne share Wednesday Washington From Page B6 Happy birthday! Birthday wishes go out to Charles Garrett Smoot (Bubba) of Washington. He will celebrate his day on Saturday, July 30. Family that would like to wish him a happy first birthday, parents, Rock and Lori Smoot,' brother Brandon, sister Chelsea, grandparents, Charles, Mae Smoot of Washington, Denny and Patsy Pennington of Bentonville, Va. Great grand mother, r Irene Frazier of Luray also want to wish him happy birthday. Many thanks ' Many thanks are due to everyone who had a hand in helping support our Impact Virginia! project. Some 380 young people from across the state took part in repairing homes of the disabled and needy to make them safer and warmer. Sympathy goes out to the family of Cookie Wildman, who passed away on Tuesday, July 19 at her resident at Locust Grove. Some of the community knew Cookie when she worked for Paul Baldwin Grocery about 11 years. Carnival time! A reminder for everyone, be sure to come out and support the Flint Hill Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company Carnival, starting tonight, Thursday, July 28 at 6:30 p.m, with blue grass music by Richard Brady and The Shenandoah Travelers. Be sure to bring your own lawn chair and enjoy BBQ Chicken, burgers, dogs, beef BBQ, desserts, carnival rides, games, bingo, pony ring. The grand parade will be on July 29 starting 6:45 p.m., better come early to g^t a good street view. On Saturday, July 30 will be the Crowning of the Honorary Fire Chief, raffle drawing for the Black Angus heifer and the 2005 Chevy Colorado pick-up. as their day, Chris Hetzer adds another year today, Thursday and niece, Michele Swindler celebrates her day on Friday. Mrs. Alvin Atkins of Sperryville was a Sunday luncheon guest of brother, Mr. and Mrs. Shelvy Frazier and after visited Mr. and Mrs. Joe Peregory, all of Castleton Ford Road. The Reva Volunteer Fire and Rescue participated in the Madison County Firemens Parade last week and returned home with two trophies, one for the “Best Appearing Fire Department” and the other for “Best Appearing Commercial Pumper.” Wedding anniversary bells will be ringing on Tuesday, Aug. 1 for Mr. and Mrs. Emerson Williams of Aaron Mountain Road, as they celebrate another year. Mr and Mrs. Johnny Bragg, Karla and Mark visited in the Joe Peregory home last weekend. Congratulations and belated wedding anniversary go out to Mr. and Mrs. Willie McFarland, who celebrated 60 years together last Friday and may our Lord rt them many more. BUILDING SUPPLIES CHERRY STREET BUILDING SUPPLY CORP. See Us For All Your Building Supply Needs 540/825-0397 1418 Orange Rd.. 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Olafsen Realty 540-347-1505 HARPERS FERRY Good commuter location. 3BR, 2BA, 1 acre lot. fin. bsmt. 2 car gar, $1500 + dep 304-5829271 or 304-725-4181. 304-262-4749 1-66 Marshall 2- 3 BR. 2BA, newly renovated. new appls. hdwd tls, Ig yard, shed, carport, no pets. S 1500/mo 540-364-3348 MIDDLEBURG AREA: Nice, modest 2 BR house on a private horsfe farm, secluded, ref. req No pets $1200/ mo. 540-6873645. f Real Estate For Sale 5 mi from Leesburg: Redecor 3BR, 2BA, LR w/fpl, end porch, deck, Ig lawn, entry set w/ scenic views. $1700 now avt 703-777-4586. 5 mi from Leesburg: Redecor 3BR. 2 BA, LR w/fpl, end porch, deck, Ig lawn, entry set w/ scenic ‘ views. $1700 now avl. 703-777-4586. 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,VA $1800/mo Mountain top house, beautiful views, secluded, 3BR, 4.5BA. Bsmt already rented. 540-347-9328 540-229-9328 Purcell ville, VA Lovely 4BR. 3BA cape cod on 2 acres. Private, but. close to major commuting routes. Beautiful views, wood firs, fireplace, in-ground pool. Fumished/unfum'd. b-24 mo. lease, flexible terms. .Available d/j s::oo/mo. Call Kathy LoBuglio Long & Foster Realtors 703-727-5284 For all of your Employment Needs call the Fauquier TimesDemocrat 540-347-4222 RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY: • AMISS VILLE: Vacation all year round in this 1 year old contemporary home with the Rappahannock River in your back yard and a lake in the front! 3 BR 2 BA full w/o bsmt, cac, FP. Only 20 minutes to Warrenton. $1400/mo Pets considered. Available now! • AMISSVILLE: Lake front cottage remodeled last year. 2 BR 1 BA, great room, family room, cac. Only 20 minutes to Warrenton. $975/mo. Pets considered. Available September! • EASY ACCESS TO 66: Between Flint Hill and Front Royal, this brand new contemporary sits on a beautifully wooded, private. 1 acre lot on cul-de-sac. 3 BR 2 BA full w/o bsmt, cac, FP, huge decks. Pets considered $1400/mo. Available first week in August. Call Sherry Snyder, owner/broker at 540-675-3991 RAPP’K COUNTY • 3BR. 2BA w/ CAC & heat on large farm. $1200 mo • 2BR, 1Ba, numerous sheds & Ig lot $1OOO mo • 3BR. 2BA farmhouse in village. $l000/mo Piedmont Property 540-675-1675 ext 4. Classified Ads Work Cali 347-4222 r Legal Notices NOTICE OF TAKING PROOF OF DEBTS AND DEMANDS IN RE: Estate of Rosalie G. Bowey, Deceased Fiduciary No. CWF 04-33 Please lake mjtice thal. at the request of HARRY NEl.SON Bl'RNER and CHARLES F. KOHLER III Personal Representatives of the Estate of ROASALIE (i BOWEY. deceased, and pursuant to 64 I I ot the code of Virginia. I have fixed the 5th da\ of August. 2005 at 10:30 AM as the time, and m\ office at 311A Main Street in Washington. Virginia, as the place, for receiving prool ol debts and demands against the said decedent or her estate Douglas k Baumgardner Commissioner of Accounts for the Circuit Court of Rappahannock Counts 07/28/05 #601712 Warrantor! 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 call 540 678-5528 CENTREVILLE: FURN. room for female in exch. for care of female adult age 40. Must be kind, patient, trustworthy Must drive. 703266-2223. HERNDON Furn bsmt room(s) for 1-2 $600 OR 2 rms $775 Pvt ba, cable & utils, ns., clean Rets req in fam home 703-318-1962 RESTONNo. Point: turn bsmt w 1300sf Prvl entr. bar. FBA. fridge, storage CIs to Towne Ctr. No pets $1300 Call Lisa 571-334-9090 3BR, 3 5BA, (ea BR has private BA)TH IN South Riding Hdwd fls. Corian tops, spkr sys, 2 car gar & 2 car drive, deck Walk dist to grocery & restaurants. Off Rte 50 w access to Rte 267 & 28. Avail 8 1. $2195 mo. Email at lmemerton@yahoo com or call 703-753-0380. CULPEPER Brand new TH. Spacious luxury1 End unit. 3br. 2 5ba garage, fin walkout bsmt. upgr kit & huge deck Call Now' Wont last! S1450 mo ♦ util. 240-606-4027 Fauquier Times-Democrat ADS WORK Call 347-4222 FOR RENT Brand New 3BR, 2.5B T/H located in Charles Town, WV - Country Green. Brick front, sunroom ext, finished LL, 1 car garage. Avail 8/1. $1400/mo. Call Kathv - 703-475-3484 FOR RENT IN Charlestown! End unit townhome. 3BR. 2.5B, 1 car garage. $1350 per + sec. dep. C Call Amber 800-955-4687, 304-725-1491 Shultz Realty, Bkfcr, WUHaniS. Shultz FOR RENT IN CHARLESTOWN I On Golf course. 2BR master w/full baths. 1 car gar. $1300/mo+ sec aep Call Amber 800-955-4687. 304-725-1491 Shultz Realty, Bdr, William S. Shultz c Open Houses J OPEN HOUSE 23655 Landmark School Rd. MIDDLEBURG, VA SATURDAY July 30 10:O0am-2:00pm 4 Bedroom. 2 Bath Larjte lot on quiet street v- ith ereat \ ieu $750,000 Dir: Rtc 50 west to Mhurg. left liiiht at S .Madison. tor 5 mi.. Mi:n on ri^ht.

ouix. i w imm. $1200/mo+sec. dep Call Amber 800-955-4687. 304-725-1481 Staaite Realty. Bfcta. William S. Shultz FOR RENT RANSON End unit Townho -e. 3BR. 2.5Bs. 1 car gar. $1200 per mo + sec. dep. Call Amber 800-955-4687, 304-725-1491 Shultz Realty, Bkkr, William S. Shultz LEESBURG/Heritage Sq $1150/mo. 8/1. No credit check or job verification. 2 mos. SD req. 703-214-5744 OFFICE / RETAIL Space available to rent. Washington, VA 540675-3625. PREMIUM OFFICE SPACE amenities, Greenhouse Bldg, Marshall, VA. Call Ruth @ 540-364-9027 - RESTON OFFICE RENTAL: Individual Windowed Offices- Furnished.. Reeept. area. Conference Room. Fas. Copier, utilities.(T-l line) RESTON BUSINESS CTR. EXEC-SUITES 11876 Sunrise Valey Dr. Restore, VA. 703-758-7123 RENTAL NEEDED: Mature professional woman seeks private or semi-private retreat in which to live & wri, -. Two well-behaved cats. Must be reasonable & have or have access to, washer 'dryer/kitchen. Near Leesburg. Move In July 31. 703-830-0802 703-217-1159 BETHANY BEACH: Luxurious- Bethany Beach Area Rental: 3BR. 2.5BA new and spacious single family home in sought after Bear Trap Village. Backs to pond in quiet neighborhood. Storybook community with pools, tennis, playground and golf Sleeps 8 $1600-$1900 week. Call 301-774-4025 111 Sales — Condos For Sale By Owner 3rd LVL Cedars Condo in Warrenton 2BR, 2BA, brokers protected. $227,000 540-272-1009 122 V Houses J FORECLOSURE! 4BR. 2BA Only $23,500! Must sell! For listings call 800-749-8168 ext R528. LEESBl'RG: 4BR. 3.5 BA w/ 3 fin. Ivls. brick fronted, near lake in desirable Stratford, gourmet kit., rec. ctr.. pool, tennis. 2 car gar., owner financing available. Lamkin Realty 703-437-3017 With 18 Newspapers In Our Times Community Newspapers Group, We’ve Got Northern Virginia Wrapped up! Call 347-4222 or FAX 349-8676 MOUNTAIN LAND BARGAINS! JustfWest of DC! ONE DAY-FINAL CLOSEOUT! Sat, Aug 6th Only! SAVE $3,000! 27+AC •‘114,900 Smtntn, stasml stem' 33+ AC*‘129,900 Largest parol, flat ridge! 30+ AC •‘169,900 Ridge teg, SS mite news! +Excellent financing* Exceptional large mtn acreages, just 5 mins from Potomac Hirer and Historic Trough! Close to 3 state parks, 2 large lakes! HURRY! ALUPARCEIS SOLD ON FIRST-COME. FIRST-SERVE BASIS! 1-800-888-1262 can non on mn. landinwv.com 79+/- AC $219,900 OVERLOOKS FAMOUS GREENBRER RESORT Own your very own mtn top w/ over 2500' nd frontage1 50 mile views in several directions. Call to be the 1st to view, opening soon 1-877777-4837. 20 Acres and Larger parcels, with Hardwoods, Streams, Just 3 miles from Historic Town and River, Great Retirement and Second Home. Less 2hr Beltway. LandinWV.com 10 ACS, HISTORIC CEDAR MOUNTAIN Heart of Bull Run Hunt Co. Rare opportunity to own a piece of Cedar Mountain. 10 ac lot, with double wide, 25x25 shop, mature trees & large lawn. Property extends to top of the mountain. Beautiful views! Kaye Barfield REMAX Crossroads 540-825-2487 Your AD Could BE HERE Call 347-4222 (— 133 V_ BUILDING LOTS EJkwood, 2-5ac buiding tote,S150Kea Goldvein, 9+ acres Owner/agent Olafsen Realty www.olafsen.com 540-347-1505 Capon Bridge, WV 10.22 wooded ac.. driveway & . septic install. HomeSite cleared on elevated area. 540-877-2300 or 304-496-7082 Fauquier County New land listings: 3 acre wooded lot $269,900 and 4 acre wooded lot for , $274,900. Emily Henry 540-341-3528 Long & Foster Harpers Ferry, WV 349k 3.5ac. Spectacular view of Shenendoah Valley. Blue Ridge Mtn top wooded lot. 30 mins to Leesburg, 5 min walk to Appalachian Trail. Sub divided, perced. paved. 300 ft road frontage. 304-724-7760 LAND FOR SALE: 12 wooded acres in Jeffersonton, perc-approved; near Fauquier Springs Country Club in serene Jefferson Estates where no lot is under 10 acres; $259,000; Annie Green. (540) 347-2250 MTN BARGAIN! 39+ ACRES Pristine Sunset Views $129,900 Park-like setting on ridgetop w/ hardwoods & easy access. Very private, end of rd. ready to enjoy! Special financing. ONLY ONE! Call 1-800-888*1262 MTN LAND BARGAIN 41+/-AC $94,900 HIGH MTN TOP Heavily wooded property, secluded w great views & lots of hiking, biking. Mins to state forest ONLY 1 AT "THIS PRICE. Call owner 1877-777-4837. Rappahannock County: 27 open and wooded acres between Sperryvitle and Washington. $475,000 Emily Henry 540-341-3528 Long & Foster ADS WORK Call 540-347-4222 RARE OPPORTUNITY! 25+ ACRES Close to Town Mountain Views All hardwood parcel w/seasonal stream Ready *o build, camp or enjoy. EZ financing. Only $99,900 Call owner 1-800-888-1262 2700’ Rushing Mtn Creek 46+/-AC $149,900 Incredible ndge with long range r.tn views. Very, very private. Hurry, only 1 w'this long creek front. Call now 1-877-777-4837. SHENANDOAH CTY 310 acres. Pvt river access. 40+ mi valley view. 10 paved miles to US 81/66. Near national forest. S175K & up. 10% down. No payments 2 years. George Murphy 828-226-3213 ireland-macneil.com VIRGINA PRESS SERVICES, INC. BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES • ALL CASH CANDY ROUTE. Do you earn $800 in a day? Your own local candy route. Includes 30 Machines and Candy. All for $9,995. 1 -800-814-6047 •Are you making $1,710 per week? All cash vending routes with prime locations available now! Under $9,000 investment required. Call Toll Free (24-7) 800-963-2654. EQUIPMENT FOR SALE • SAWMILLS-$2,795.00-LumberMate-2000 & LumberLite-24-Norwood Industries also manufactures utility ATV attachments, log skidders, porta 'e board edgers and forestry equipment, www.norwoodindustries.com - Free information: 1-800-578-1363 ext 300N FINANCIAL SERVICES / MONEY TO LEND •ANY CREDIT RATING! 1st & 2nd Mortgages Fast! Low Rates! Easy Payment Plans! No Upfront Fees! Apply Free/Call Kim or Charles Toney (804) 364-3666 or toll-free (800) 401-1011. Aggressive Mortgage. HEALTH / MEDICAL • FAMILY HEALTHCARE w/prescription plan! $69.95/month. Nationwide Coverage, No limitations. Includes: Doctors. Dental, Vision, Hospital & More. Everyone Accepted! Call WCG 800-288-9214 ext. 2321. HELP WANTED • Are you tired of working minimum wage jobs? Florida company hiring 18-24 motivated individuals. $500 signing bonus. Co-ed group. Free to travel, call Eva 1-866-888-8956. • Awesome Job! 10 immediate openings,for sharp girls/guys to travel US. Must be 18 or pver. For interview call 800401-1574, ask for Jessica or Leila. HELP WANTED - PART/TIME • Watkins Associates Needed. Flexible hours. $500 - $1000 month PT, $2000+ FT. Start while keeping your current job. No investment required. Free details at www.PM44.com HELP WANTED / SALES • Licensed Life & Health agents needed! Medicare Advantage $0 Premium. $1,200 - $1,500 Weekly Income Potential. No Cold Calling. Training & Support Provided. Call Mike or Wendy @ 866-224-8450 ext. 1412. • Sales Representative - Dynamic Aviation seeks Sales Representative for-Airborne Data Acquisition. Responsibilities include sales of flight services for variety of remote sensing projects, wwwdynamicaviation.com . Email employment@dynamicaviation.com. Fax 540-828-4031.' HELP WANTED / TRUCK DRIVERS • DRIVER TRAINING - GET YOUR CDL! TRAIN FOR CLASS “A" OR CLASS “B". Local and O-T-R jobs available for CDS Grads! CDS Tractor Trailer Training 1-800-646-2374.’ • Drivers - $55,000+ to start. Short Haul Premium Pay, Increase every 6 months. Benefits. CDL-A, 6 Months OTR. Call Anytime 800-546-0405 or. 800-444-1272 x3005. • Drivers - COVENANT TRANSPORT. Excellent Pay & Benefits for Experienced Drivers, O/O, Solos, Teams & Graduate Students. Bonuses Available. Refrigerated Now Available. 888-MORE PAY (888-667-3729). • DRIVERS 20 IMMEDIATE OPENINGS, Home Weekends - Top Pay - Full Benefits. Call Carri Bynum, 800-948-6766 • COMPANY DRIVERS with minimum 1 year OTR experience. $.35 CPM and $1,500 signing bonus. East Coast operation, William Edwards. Inc. 1-800-876-3436 , • Simply more! Run OTR and earn more money, a lot more money - $.46/mile! Get home when you need to be. HEARTLAND EXPRESS 1-800-441-4953. www.heartlandexpress.com • DRIVERS NEEDED - SIGN-ON BONUS - Unique hauling for the government. Be part of the solution. We offer top pay. benefits & advancement. We require that you have 2 years of experience. CDL-A with Hazmat. NO FELONIES. TEAMS & SOLOS - give us a call TODAY to begin your exciting career! TSMT 1-800-223-8768. www.tsmtco.com •HIRING FLATBED CLASS A CDL OTR DRIVER-S. Excellent Pay! EXCELLENT BENEFIT PACKAGE' BCBS Health Insurance. Visioa'Dental. Life Insurance. 401K Retirement Plan, Vacation + 11 paid Holidays. SIGN ON BONUS!!! WITH 1 YEAR FLATBED EXPERIENCE. MAGNATRAN CORP. CONTACT: Al Lott 800-316-9138. 334-688-2375. • DRIVERS Are you getting a pay raise in 2005? Roehl drivers are! Van - up to 39c. Flatbed - up to 41c: plus tarp. Sign-on bonus. Students Welcome. Class A required. EOE. Call Roehl, 877-774-5313 www.GoRoehl.com • Driver - New S38K-42K CAREER! 60+ Companies Like Werner. USA and CRST Sponsoring our Grads! TRACTOR TRAILER TRAINJNG. Flexible Schedules, Job Placement included. Call Now 1-800-874-7131. HOME IMPROVEMENT • HAS YOUR BUILDING SHIFTED? Structural repairs of barns, houses and garages. Call Woodford Bros.. Inc. for straiqhteninq, leveling, foundation and wood frame repairs. 1-800-OLD-BARN. www.1-800-OLD-BARN.COM LAND FOR SALE • GATED MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY NEAR ASHEVILLE. NC Spectacular view & river lots. Clubhouse, paved roads, hiking fishing. Grand Opening August 12-15. Huge Incentives! 866-411-5263. www.BearRiverLodge.net. • 20 Acres and Larger parcels, with Hardwoods. Streams. Just 3 miles from Historic Town and River. Great Retirement and Second Home. Less 2 hours Beltway. Landinwv.com •MOUNTAIN BARGAIN! 39 + acres. Pristine sunset views. $129,900. Park- like setting on ridgetop. hardwoods, easy access. Very private, end of road, ready to enjoy! Special financing. ONLY ONE! Call 1-800-888-1262. • Mountain-Top Bargain! 30 acres. $109,900. Private, wooded, high elevation ridge setting with mountain views. Next to state forest! Low financing. Call now 1-877-777-4837. • Mountain Land Bargains. High Elevation. Adjoins Pristine State Forest. 20+ Acres to 100 Acres. Sweeping Mountain Views. Streams, www.livemwv.com • RARE OPPORTUNITY! 25+ acres close to town. Mountain views, all hardwood parcel, seasonal'stream. Ready to build, camp or enjoy. Easy financing. Only $99,900. Call owner 1-800-888-1261 • RIVERFRONT Cumberland & Deep Creek Lake. MD. MOUNTAIN VIEWS. : Both 2 hours DC. 10+ acres, www.rcsland.com or 866-538-8150. • 10-20 ACRE WEST VIRGINIA MOUNTAIN ESTATES - FROM $49,990. ONLY TWO HOURS FROM BELTWAY NO MONEY DOWN. 100% FINANCING AVAILABLE. 1-866-2WV-LAND. • Panoramic Views of Allegheny Mountains - 14 +/- acres $149,990. Close to Lexington. Beautiful hardwoods, soils tested, underground utilities. Excellent financing. Won t last long1 Owner 866-526-3420. LISTINGS • DELIVERY MAIL POSITIONS. Earn $12-48 per hour, No Experience / Full Benefits / Paid Training. 1-866-297J Hirina fax 2005Posta! Positionse|l6.20-$5ahour. No expenence necessary 'Green Card OK. 1-866-329-0801 Ext. 330. Fee MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE • SWIMMING POOLS $688 - New 19 x31’ Pools. Includes Sundeck. Fence. Filter. Liner & Ladders! Factory 'nstalla tion Required & Additional! Financing Available. Call Today 1-800-447-7207. Limited area. • POOLS POOLS!1 Overstocked on Our 31’x19' Pools w Sundeck, Fence. Filter Now Only $745! 100% Financing' (W A C ) Installation Extra. Homeowners! Gall Now! 1-80D-316-4104. Limited Area. ■ • EARN DEGREE online from home. 'Business. 'Paralegal. 'Computers Job PJacement Assistance. Computer & Fi nancial Aid if qualify. 866-858-2121 www.tidewatertechonme.com • AIRLINE MECHANIC - Rapid training for high paying career. FAA predicts severe shortage. FAA Approved. Job placement assistance. AIM (888) 349-5387. • Free DIRECTV Satellite for 4 rooms. Add TiVo/DVR ard HDTV 220 Channels including locals. $29.99/month. First 500 orders get Free DVD Player. 800-360-9901. Promo #14700. • WOLFF TANNING BEDS. Buy Direct and Save! Full Body units from $22 a month! FREE Color Catalog CALL TO DAY1 1-800-842-1305. www.np.etstan.com • The Lowest Prescription Prices LESS THAN CANADA. Global Medicines. American Physician owned. 2 years in business. 1-866-634-0720. www.globalmedicines.ret. REAL ESTATE FOR SALE • Lake Gaston VA'NC 350 miles shoreline. FREE Lake Map Buyers Guide. Tanglewood Realty. Box 116, Bracey Viraima 23919. www.TanglewoodRealty.c6m. 1-800-338-8816 y SCHOOLS / INSTRUCTION • A GREAT OPPORTUNITY! NATIONAL COLLEGE OF BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY Offering Programs in Computer Technology Business. Healthcare & Office Administration Call 866-627-9806 ncbtnp-9 com Accredited Member ACICS #664568 7-27-05 streams, new 4 lane highway in WV. 135 Sates — Real Estate Potential Horse Property Great Warrenton location. 199+ acre tarm. Stream, springs, bams, 2 houses. S3.2M Olafsen Realty www.olafsen.com 540-347-1505 WARRENTON MENLOUGH $523,900 5br 3.5ba on 3 tin Ms. large formal rooms, fam room w/ FP, nee deck w/ stairs to patio & hot tub Private wooded lot backs to estate! Angel Tighe Long & Foster 703-851-5607 -a-■-^ manuraccurea \ 1144 ft Custom Nationwide Homes Authorized Builder NATIONWIDE Norwood Construction, Inc. Authorized Builder • Modular Homes, • Additions, • Sunrooms, • Commercial • Buildings Owner Completion Program Class "ft License #270102219 540-788-4570 540-788-4100 LEESBURG COMING SOON 4dR, in Exeter 3lvl. 3.5 BA, all new interior, End unit, fenced yard, S395K Avail. 0715/05 703-898-4262 Commercial Office Space for Lease New construction Town of Warrenton 1800-3600 sq ft Avail, mid summer Call: Charlie Ebbets Long & Foster 540-341-3547 chartes.ebbets @tongandfoster.com / ~-\ in v -- - ... J 4000 sq. ft. office space Sale or Lease Rt. 29 frontage. 3 mb N of Wamenton at New Baltimore. Exposure and e-z access. 540-270-4141 Call The Times Community Newspapers For All of Your Employment Advertising. 540-347-4222 or Fax 540-349-8676 r— ^ v_/ VA COMMERCIAL'INVESTMENT PROPERTIES GREENE COUNTY • Commercial property -14.7± ac zoned B-2, Commercial, R1 Residential with frontage on US 29 & VSH 607 at Food Lion Center, • Retail/office Spaces for Lease - Prime location 4 suites in The Lafayette-The Victorian on Main St, Stanardsville. Perfect for antique/craft/gift shop. • Retail Space 2,000 sf, currently a video store, high visibility, Stanardsville Shopping Center. MADISON COUNTY • Prime Business Location - US 29N, 3.344 sf retail space & residence, 1,496 sf unfinished basement, currently antique & English garden shop, 3.5 ac. long road frontage. $548K • 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. • Main Street Location - Zoned B-1, l, 183 sf building, built 1937+-, 0.5+ ac. Be a part of the revitalization of Historic Madison. S289K • For Lease - 3,500 sf retail/office space. Main Street, formerly laundry mat & book store. Jefferson Land & Realty 540-948-5050 WWW. 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Estate - Monday 11:00 am I Classified & Employment - Monday 5:00 pm ■ Legal/Public Notices - Friday 12:00 Noon Horse & Farm Directory - Monday 1:00 pm J ■ BILLING/PAYMENT INFORMATION 1 a Visa □ Mastercard □ American Express □ Discover • □ Check (Check if:__) | Credit Card #:_ | Expiration Date: __; § Name on Credit Card:_ ■ Signature (authorization to run)_'_ . By Phone: 703-777-1110 : || By Fax: Call 703-689-1278 . By Mail: Times Community Newspapers 1 Classified Dept . > | 9 E. Market St 4 v 4 ■ Leesburg, VA 20176 By e-mail: Cias3lfteds<g>tlmespapers.com_■ CALL FAUQUIER TIMES-DEMOCRAT TO PLACE YOUR AD TODAY 540-347-4222 SUPERB COMMERCIAL INVESTMENT PROPERTY (9100+ SqFt) Available in high visibility area located in Gettysburg. PA. Call today for more info 717-321-3052 CAST IRON COUNTRY Kitchen sink w/ 2 drain boards Legs, faucet, drain, soap dish & support incl. 540-788-4777. WANTED: Older fishing tackle, bamboo rods, reels, lures, etc. Also Coleman camp gear, hunting items. Zippo lighters. Wnd Game Calls & Recurved bows. Call Bob 540-545-8508. Berryville. Farm Equipment TRACTOR, ’02 v John Deere 4310 w / 420 loader. 4WD, 235 hrs. Excel Cond. $14,500 540-349-1864 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 DINING SET- Cherry Queen Anne double pedestal table with 8 chairs. $1495: Server $495: China Cabinet, $995 703-691-2600, $265- King Pillow Top set. Still in plastic, can deliver. 703-898-9247 YARD SALE, 7/29 &30. 8a-2p. From Bealeton, right on Old Marsh Rd, right on Balls Mill. 3 drive right, follow signs. Treadmill, gun cabinet, glider chair, metal lawn fum, weight bench, men's clths. Lots more. DK BAY TB g. 16h 11 yo ex-eventer avil for dressage. fox hunter or trail, lesson horse for 2 yrs. $5K neg. 703-815-0235 WALNUT & CHERRY Lumber. Air dried, up to T thick Some 3" slabs available S3-7bf. Call 703-994-9906. 273 Pets BULLMASTIFF, brindle male. 16mos Must neuter, exc. disposition. Apprvd home only. $1000. 540-439-2562 Coton BeTulear 2 female pups. Charming Magagascar rare breed Call 540- 349-2527 FAMILY RAISED HYMALAIN Kittens. CFA & non-CFA, $225 - 5275 540-752-7167 or 703-587-5497 Great Pyrenees puppies, male/femate. AKC OF A champion blood lines 703-347-5318. ' STANDARD POODLES11 wks 1 black male. 1 silver male & 1 silver female Exc conformation. Champion bloodlines Spay/neuter contract required S1200 firm Serious inquiries only, 540-877-1571 r v. Pets J THE FAUQUIER SPCA STRAY ANIMALS 540-788-9000 Visit our homepage at www.fauquierspca.com e-mail fspca@netzero.com for a complete and up to date listing It foo/c6YEARS to graduate. Find a job in about 6 MINUTES. Times Classified 347-4222 294 Giveaways v__ BARN CATS - All vet checked, will deliver Tame kittens and cats, pups,, and dogs, need tempdrary-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 1-877' 225-7935 CATS AVAILABLE- Wild cats need homes at farms, barns or horse stables, Healthy, feral cats have been sterilized and vaccinated Will need daily food and water Alley Cat Allies at 240-482-1987. COMPANION HORSE. Free to good home. 20 yr old gelding, gentle, no bad habits. 540-4281752 > CRAFTMATIC DOUBLE - BED. Fireplace Mirror. Vacuum Cleaner. All in excel cond. 540-8781308 after 6pm. DOG FREE - Collie Mix. Older, neutered male (540) 338-7959 or ■ (703)401-7022 FREE FILL DIRT If you can take 100 loads or more Call 703-7713975 FREE FIREWOOD, sawmill slabs, timber laps. Landmark Logworks 540-687-4124 FREE LAB/BOXER mix puppies. 6 weeks old. 4 males. 2 females. MUST SEE!' Rappahannock, Co VA 540660-1202 FREE PUPPIES, Basset Hound/ Dalmatian mix. shots & wormed, sweet & adorable 540-9372821 GIVEAWAY 1 pretty companion horse. 15h QH Gelding. gerc324224 © aol .com; Chris © 703-203-2880. READERS DIGEST, 8 years worth, also 71 large print Readers Digest 540-428-4361 r~. ~ 298 Lost V J COLLIE/SHEPARD mix. mid-size, clipped gray coat. Lost 7/23, Woodward Road area. Answers to Egee. 540-987-9234 Steven M. Man ion General Contract! tg, Inc Specializing in all forms of home improvements: • Kitchen & Baths • Additions • Screened Porches • Finished Basements • VWxjcw Replacements • Paint & Drywall • Decks Free Estimates Licensed/Insured 540-937-3588 376 , T) improvement i v J DAVE'S GLASS & Home Repair Storm Windows/ Doors. Patio Doors-lnsuiated Giass Glass Repair Sorry. No Auto Glass Free Estimates1 1-877-679-0350. BUYING? SELLING? 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Employment Mt Full Time 3 Employment ACCOUNTANT •Dulles Int'l Airport* Provide support for the Controller, perform inventory functions & a variety of related duties. AA Deg in Acctng or relevant exp. will be considered; proficiency in Excel. Resumes to: eugeneobrien@hmsho6lccm or fax 703-572-4611 We are where you travel. EOE M'F.D V, A Drug-Free Environment With Preemployment Screening. » Criminal background checks » required. Additional pre» employment testing based * on brand requirements may . apply ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE Manassas Company. PT/FT position available. Pleasant phone voice. Call: • 703-257-5910 or fax resume to: 703-257-1563 Administrative Assistant & Internet Customer Service Support FT. Skills needed: Strong Internet knowledge/ telephone communication skills. General office duties to include: answering phones, maintaining President's . daily travel/ speaking schedule. Must be organized and able to work under pressure. Hours are 9am - 5:30pm, M-F. Warrenton location. Fax resume to: 540-341-8917 AUTO BODY TECH Icar certified PAINTERS HELPER Great company facility, great salary, benefits. Contact Larry Allen Rick Hunt Ford Body Shop 540-347-1234 automotive Opportunity for employment with: Miller Toyota Scion’s Service Team as a part time Lube 1 Technician. Hours: MF: 6p-9p. Only careerminded, responsible '• individual need apply. Call J.D. Irvin or John i Strain to schedule an interview. •X 8566 Sudley Rd. Manassas, VA 703-369-3040 :, we are a drug free Co, 1 Auto Parts COUNTER SALES FT/PT Positions k 15 Northern VA lo;• cations, (Prince William. Loudoun & Fairfax Counties), ;■ Full benefits. Call: Fairfax Auto Parts : 703-323-5300 ; i ■ | HUIU Odltfb Mike Nelms Champion Chevrolet & Toyota SALES CONSULTANTS NEEDED • Training Salary < • 401K 1 • Health Insurance • Vacation Pay Contact: Troy or Marci 540-547-3700 Culpeper, VA No exp, necessary auto sales Sales Consultants FT. needed to support increased sales of Lincolns. Mercurys, Dodge. Chrysler & Jeeps. Salary, commission & bonus. Great company benefits-. Prefer prior retail experience. but will train a good people person. Call Bernie for interview MARLOW MOTOR Front Royal 540-635-4158 888-862-7569 Auto Technician/ State Inspector for a very busy shop. Exp & tools required. Good pay and benefits. 540-635-6728 Bartender/ Bar Staff Wanted . Call 540-987-3609 for application CABINET MAKER/ INSTALLERCOMMERCIAL Culpeper, Salary based on experience. 540-423-9511 CDL Class A or B aood driving record. * Dump truck * Roll off * Mulch blower truck Top pay. paid vacation, holidays, insurance. Call 703-754-0499. • CDL DRIVERS good df| record LABORERS Full-time. Pay based on experience. Must have own transportation. 540-347-6600 545 FuH Tkrw Employment CONCRETE FORM CARPENTERS Needed at Army Training Center in Warrenton, VA. Must be U.S. citizen or permanent resident. ' $22.89 per hour plus health, pension and annuity benefits. Call Gary Baggarly at 1-800-492-8144 Const. Dulles Airport Longterm Job Equipment Operators NEEDED IMMEDIATELY 703-296-1870 COUNTER SALES/ DELIVERIES Front Royal construction supply co. PT/FT position. Clean driving record $10 - $12/hr 540-635*2034 CUSTOMER SERVICE Fast paced Aviation Service Company at Manassas Regional Airport is currently hiring for FT positions. Great benefits available. Fax resume to: 703-330-9827 DRIVER for Manassas Steel Company Must have CDL - Class A. Deliver & Pick up some out of stale required Full trie. Excellent benefits. 703-368-3193 This Could be Your Ad! Call 540-347-4222 Fauquier Springs Country Club has the following positions available in the Golf Course Maintenance Dept: Assistant Superintendent - FT Equipment Operators - Seasonal, FT/PT Good Pay & benefits. Call Scott af 540-347-5147 . Yard Foreman Full-time position in Warrenton area includes benefits. Candidate must possess general knowledge of lumber and building materials. Some weekend work required. Driver's licensed required. Good customer skills and a healthy work ethic a must. Please fax resume to: 540-635-4097 Apply in person or mail to: Gilliam Lumber Company, Inc. 515 Commerce Ave. Front Royal, VA 22630 or email to: john25@shentel.net . Needed for our busy Warrenton warehouse. Must be an organized team player, self-motivated, detail-oriented, multi-tasked individual. Full Time Looking for full-time Mechanic with Gasoline LP Electric, Hydraulics. & fuel system experience. Heavy equipment & automobile experience considered. BENEFITS INCLUDE: • Above Average Wages • On-Going Training • Health 'Life 'Dental • Paid Vacation Holidays • 401 K Program Call or Send Resume to: Ben Karas Jr. Atlantic Lift Truck, Inc. Authorized Caterpillar Dealer 1-800-838-4566 410-644-7777 Bkaras@atlanticlift.com www.atlanticlift.com Call 540-347-5751 CARRIERS Adult and youth carriers wanted in the Reston and Fairfax Station areas. Papers are dropped at your house Thursday afternoon. You must be available to deliver on Thursday evenings. No collections. To apply or for more details call Gary Rudolph at 703-815-8695 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 FARM HELP Thoroughbred farm in Rixeyville is looking for reliable general farm help. No experience is necessary, but horse experience is a plus. Job responsibilities to include mowing, week eating, painting, fencing and general yard work. Please call to set up an interview: 540-937-7010 Drug & smoke free environment FLOORING Established new homes flooring contractor seeks Carpet. Ceramic Tile. Hardwood and Vinyl subcontractors. Must have own transportation, tools insurance and quality workmanship. Call Gary at: The L8>l Company 703-856-4464 For Your Employment Needs call Times Community Newspapers Call 347-4222 HEAVY EQUIPMENT • LOADER OPERATOR • DOZER jOPERATOR Residential GOOD PAY GOOD BENEFITS W/exp. Full-time, year round guararfd 703-929:8072 HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR TRAINING FOR EMPLOYMENT Bulldozers Backhoes Loaders Dump Trucks Graders Scrapers Excavators Train in Virginia Next Class: Aug. 15 -National Certification -Financial Assistance -Job Placement Assistance 800-383-7364 Associated Training Services Your Ad Could be HERE Call Today 347-4222 ACCOUNTANT Dulles-based executive is looking for a reliable individual to oversee personal finances. Accounting or Finance degree necessary along with at least 2 years experience. The right candidate will posses excellent oral and written communication skills, be very detailoriented, be able to multi-task effectively, work independently and meet deadlines. Responsibilities include preparation of financial statements, reporting, oversight of investments, tax preparation and cash management. Competitive group benefits plan includes 401 (k), life, health/dental benefits, etc.. Email or fax letter with salary requirements and resume to towens@timespapers.com or 703 478-6691. EOE Oasis CD Manufacturing Little Washington/Sperryville Full-Time Openings 1. Inside Sales Representatives Must be able to achieve monthly sales goals and provide exemplary customer service. 2. Sales Manager Must have sales and management experience and be able to drive sales growth by promoting new and existing products. 3. Administrative Assistants Must have excellent organizational skills and be very detail-oriented and accurate. Excellent data entry skills and ability to multi-task a must. 4. Warehouse Manager Responsible for all warehouse responsibilities, which include: ordering supplies, filing, shipping, and receiving. Send resume and cover letter by email or fax to employeesearch@oasisCD.com or (540) 9878812. No phone calls accepted. Oasis provides the employee with medical, dental, disability, life insurance and retirement benefits. LAND SURVEYING Dodd & Associates, PLLC Warrenton, VA Offering competitive compensation, benefits and great growth opportunities for qualified applicants in the following positions: PARTY CHIEF INSTRUMENT OPERATOR RODMAN COMPUTER TECHNICIAN CAD TECHNICIAN Immediate openings for applicants with experience in improvement surveys, boundary, topography and construction layout. Applicants must be motivated and reliable. Valid driver's license with a clean driving record is required. Fax or e-mail resume to: Attn: Office Administration 540-428-2929 tdodd@doddsurvev.com ©me$ Community Newspapers NORTHERN VIRGINIA Outside Recruitment Ad Consultant Northern Virginia newspaper is seeking an Outside Recruitment Ad Consultant, based in our Reston office, to sell print and online recruitment advertising. Candidate must be seasoned professional, have 3-5 years related sales experience and excellent customer service skills. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including: • Health and dental coverage • 401K plan (with match) • Short & Long Term Disability • Life Insurance Please email your resume with cover letter ' to llewis@timespapers.com or fax 703-689-1278 EOE HELP WANTED Driving Permit Required. CDL Preferred. Runyon Well Drilling & Pump Corp. Leesburg, VA 703-777-2270 Housekeeper needed, Foster Harris B&B. Parttime. Fri, Sat, Mon. & Occasional Sundays. Experience required. 812/lrr. (540) 675 3757 Place Your Ad Today Call 347-4222 Fax 349-8676 HVAC TECH Commercial Warrenton based company, servicing No VA area is looking for a technician with 3-5 yrs experience and good driving record. Top Pay, health insurance, paid vacation, holidays, retirement plan, annual bonus and cpmpany vehicle use. For interview please Call 703-724-1519 or fax resume to: 703-724-1457 Classified Ads Work Call 347-4222 RECRUITER LB&B Associates, Inc., a nationwide diversified services company, is seeking candidates for an exciting opportunity to work in our Corporate Headquarters with the HR team as a Recruiter. Qualified candidates must possess a four year degree and have at least three years of full life-cycle recruiting experience. Experience recruiting in the facilities maintenance services arena and skilled trades highly preferred. Ability to travel nationwide is essential. Estimated time spent traveling to remote locations is 25^-50%. This position involves working Monday through Saturday. We are looking for candidates who take ownership in their job and can understand and juggle constantly changing priorities. We offer a highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. For immediate consideration, please e-mail resumes to emDlovmentpm @ lbbassociates.com or fax to 301596-7879. Please reference "Recruiter - Patuxent” in the subject line of your fax or e-mail. EOE Ml/F/V/D ■^CENTURY ^ STAIR COMPANY REPAIR / SERVICE TECH We are the area's #1 manufacturer of stare and rails and we are looking for a Service / Repair Technician to work in the field, measuring and servicing our product. Construction or carpentry experience preferred. We provide van and tods, starting pay is $15 and up depending on experience. We offer Medial / Dental / Lie, 401 (k), paid holidays and a monthly bonus program. Please call 703-753-2069 or stop by to fill out an application at 15175 Washington Street, Haymarket, VA Pre-Employment drug screening is required, eoe. Rappahannock County Public Schools Secretary / Aide Salary: $22,011 (one 12-month position, grant funded) Application deadline August 1st or Until Filled Middle School Math Teacher Salary Range: $33,029-554,453 Coordinator of Adult Education and Volunteer Programs Salary: $14,506 plus benefits Coaches: •JP Girls' Basketball •JP Baseball • JV Softball •JP Softball •JP Boys' Soccer • Varsity Girls' Soccer • Ass't Boys'/Girls' Track Application Deadline: August 4th or Until Filled To apply, fax or e-mail application (available at www.rappahannock.kl2.va.us) to: Raye Tupper, Executive Director of HR and Instruction Phone: (540) 987-8773 Fax: (540) 987-8896 E-mail: rayetupper@rap^ahannock.kl2.va.us DISHWASHER IXX)R PERSONAAIvET II VAC DINING ROOM STAFF/POUSIIERS HOUSEKEEPING & LAUNDRY STAFF •mi & PART-TIME AVAILABLE* In need of extra money for summer sixrnding? Are you looking for a change? Do you enjoy working with l>copfe? Are you free in the days or evenings? Work locally & stay close to home! Work in. a fricndlu atmosphere truth available benefits, flexible hours A competitive wagesT Apply in person at: Inc Inn at Little Washington Human Res*"t ees Office located at Middle & Main Street in Washington YA, or call 540-675-3838 for more information THE INN AT LITTLE WASHINGTON It took 6 YEARS to graduate. Find a job in about 6 MINUTES. Times Classified 3,47-4222 The largest community newspaper advertising network in America, located in Rcston. YA, seeks computer-savvy, detail-oriented advertising sales assistant' for administrative/marketing support to its team of national account managers. This junior-level, fast-paced position requites a service-oriented person with good organizational skills and ability to multi-task. Must be intemct-iitcrate and have knowledge of Excel and MS Office. Power Point, Map Point, and/or advertising production background a plus! Bachelor degree or minimum of two years related experience required. Competitive salary and excellent benefits. Email resume and compensation requirements to: tandcrsson(rt! wspnct.com or fax to Terry Andersson at (703) 904-1009. Washington Suburban Prkss Nut work Saveners provide security and protection for air travelers, airports and aircraft. Full-Time: Starting at $23,600 per year Hus Benefits Part-Time: Starting at $1130 per hour Plus Benefits Minimum Requirements: U.S. Citizenship or U.S. National • High school diploma. GGD or equivalent, or one year of security or aviation screening experience • English proficiency • Pre-employment medical evaluation • Pass a background/credit check Please apply online at: http://tsacareers.recniitsoft.com 1-800-887-1895 ^ Transportation y Security Administration TSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Capital Project Manager Parks, Recreation, and Community Service Two positions available with the Capital Projects Team located in the Departments of Parks, Recreation and Community Services to manage complex building and site infrastructure projects during the planning, programming, design, bidding, and construction phases. Reviews engineering / architectural design and resolves design and construction issues. Performs construction field management and monitors contractor project documentation. Serves as a technical liaison for civil and architect resources. Applicants must have the ability to work extensively with citizens, developers and contractors, ■ interdepartmental and multijurisdictional representatives, and have excellent engineering, construction and customer service skills. Provides support as needed to other project managers. Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline, architecture, construction management or related field and at least 3 years experience in construction/project management including 6 month's individual or team project experience. Possess a valid appropriate VA driver's license. Successful candidate will undergo a driver’s license check. (Hiring Range: $38,965 - $65,461/yr) 05*390 Apply Immediately. For additional information and to receive a required application contact Web site: www.loudoun.aov or call 24hr. job line: (703) 777-0536. Human Resources: (703)777-0213. EOE (Interested applicants should also consider Facilities, Project Manager Position 05-432) The first step to a better career was reading this ad. If you're searching for a career with real growth potential, take a look ar the FORTUNE 50 company that s doubling in size every five years. So come share in our success. If you're willing to succeed, we re more than willing to help. Hourly Opportunities • CDL Drivers Specialist Opportunities • Millwork • Plumbing * • Live Nursery • Commercial Sales For job descriptions, or to apply on-line, go to www.lowes.com/careers. To apply »n person, stop by vour neighborhood location at 75<K) Broken Branch Lane in Manassas. VA or (3000 (airway Center Drive in Gainesville, VA and find out what's going on inside our remarkable stores. CDL drivers should have class AorB license to lv oinsidered. Lowe s is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to Diversity and Inclusion. GREAT JOBS!! Full-time Start Immediately $8.50 Imaging Acceptance (corporation is a leading provider of document management services for both large-scale commercial clients ami many Federal Government agencies, fte have production position for highly-motivated individuals in document management. No previous training required. Day and Kvening shifts available. ,\Iust he 18 years or older, LS citizen and pass a background investigation. Full-time opportunities. Imaging Acceptance Corporation is an Kqual Opportunit\ Fmployer tAM Apply on line or in person at: 100 Main Street Warrenton, VA 20186 www.hr@imagingacceptance.com

Employment CUSTOMER SERVICE Needed for our busy Warrenton office. Must be an organized team player, selfmotivated, detail-oriented, multi-tasked individual. Part Time or Full Time. iragsp) Fax resume to: 540-347-7280 or entail to: jobs@lespinc.com ___Previousj)ppiicants need not apply Become one of our most exciting... Energy sources. We ate Dominion. As one of die nations leading energy companies with over 16,800 employees j *nd $45.54 billion in assets, we do more than ft deliver the energy that meets the demands of f life- We also develop and maximize the potential ■ of our most exciting energy sources - our people. ■ I Groundmen I Leesburg, Herndon, Woodbridge | W: are seeking candidates who will assist in the coo'f Htuction, repair and maintenance of both wahead | and underground electrical distribution lines. A i majority of the work will be performed outdoors in all types of weather conditions. Ability to lift 50-75 pounds and overtime work (during peak and critical work periods) will be required. I lb learn mote about this asking opportunity and . toapply virit mac wwwdomxom. Click on the : “Careen at Dominion” link. Dominion is commit-1 ted to diversity in its workforce. EOE, MflrfD/V. Dominion Northern Virginia SENjOR ACCOUNTANT Northern Virginia newspaper H 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. I 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 r~ 545 ^_ Pull Time be flexible, able to work nights & weekends No phone calls. Please. Benefits available. Excellent opportunity for the right people! Retirees WELCOME! COMFORT INN Comfort Inn Dr. Wairenton Previous applicants need not apply Fauquier Springs Country Club FT/PT Servers Bartenders HOUSEKEEPER 25-30 hrs/week, flex schedule, $9 per hr. Please apply Tuesday - Friday between 9:30 am -4:30 pm Springs Rd., Warrenton, VA 540-347-4205 Fax: 540-347-2743 RESERVATIONIST / RECEPTIONIST Part-Time Flexible Middleton Inn, Washington, VA. # Experience preferred. 9 Good starting rate. 9 Some evening & weekend work. Come work in a friendly up-beat environment! Please contact Michelle 540-675-2020 to schedule an interview limes Community Newspapers Northern Virginia Classified Production Coordinator Northern Virginia newspaper is seeking a Production Coordinator for the Classified Department. This person will ensure that all classified ads are entered and paginated, coordinates ad process through art department and ensure that ads are completed by deadline. Requires attention to detail and organization, PC literate with excellent verbal and written communication skills We offer a comprehensive benefits package including: • Health and dental coverage • 401K plan (with match) • Short & Long Term Disability • Life Insurance Please email your resume with cover letter to llewis@timespapers.com or fax 703-689-1278 EOE INSULATIONS. GARAGE DOOR INSTALLERS Fii time, experience preferred but wi tain. Excelent Benefits. Vafd VA cover's fcensed required See John C. at Stafford Insulation 15488 Montanus Dr. Ste A Culpeper, VA 540-829-9999 KITCHEN MANAGER/ COOK Wet estafcfshed year rant Christian Preschool in Warrerton is lockiig lor an experienced managerfack to vwk M-F, 7am-^xn. Experience e required and Healh Depertment certfcation b a plus. Responstiffes hdude prepamg and stortig food, plaijrg food adets, and nvertxy Vaid dwers tense and transportation reojed. FAXRESUME TO 540-347-2696 OR STOP BY 123 MAIN STREET, WARRENTON BETWEEN 9-2 Fauquier Times-Democrat ADS WORK Call 347-4222 LABORERS & LABOR FOREMAN Needed for General Contractor at Dulles Airport. Applicants must have reliable transportation and be legally employable. Candidates MUST be able to communicate in English. FOREMAN candidates must be bilingual English/ Spanish and have previous relevant experience. Offers of employment will be contingent upon the ability to obtain and maintain an airport ID badge (background check, fingerprinting, testing), as well as, passing required drug test(s). For more information call: (703) 572-7847 Mechanic' needed for contraction company $40-347-66X8 ADS WORK Call 540-347-4222 _ BloomsUSA Tired of traffic? Work close to home! Earn up to $26,000 a year! We are searching for people with: • Enthusiasm • A Pleasant Phone Voice • Average Typing Skills To join our growing team with opportunities in: • Sales • Customer Service • Operations To enjoy great pay & benefits, Call our job hotline at (571)261-2200 or stop by any day during daylight hours for an application at 15405 John Marshall Haymarket, VA. PRINCE WILLIAM SURGURY CENTER is accepting resumes tor the following positions: • Operating Room Nurse • Pre-Op / Recovery Room Nurse • Certified Scrub Tech • Medical Assistant / Central Sterile • Scheduling Clerk • Business Office Manager • Clerical Assistant • Insurance Clerk / Coder / Billing - • Receptionist / Admitting Clerk The center is projected to open in September 2005. Send resume with salary history: Search Committee, PWASC 8700 Sudley Rd. Manassas, VA 20110 Fax: 703-369-8525 Email: wstacey@pwhs.org Newspaper Delivery Great part-time income only 1 day per week! Must have own vehicle Apply at Fauquier Times Democrat 540-347-4222 No phone calls on Wednesday, Please! r-\ j^FiTta, ] Employment j V- JLs MECHANIC I' Needed for General Contractor at Dulles Airport. Applicants must have current, valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and be able to verify relevant experience. Candidates MUST have previous experience repairing heavy and off-road equipment. Must also be prepared to work in a fast-paced and demanding environment. Offers of employment will be contingent upon the ability to obtain and maintain an airport ID badge (background check, fingerprinting, testing), as well as, passing required drug test(s). For more information call: (703)572-7847 NURSING AIDES Looking for 2 individuals to care for 56 yr old handcap Vietnam Vet, in exchange for room & board. Pay neg, must have own transportation and tove of outdoor sports. No access baggage, no drinking or drugs. Located near SpenyvDe VA Cal Bil Cameron at 804-675-6937 Classified Ads Work Call 347-4222 Plumbing/Electric Helper Entry level position. Seeking FT energetic person to assist techs with water filtration & pump services. Full benefits with 90 day intro period. Good DMV record a must! Country Water Systems 123 W. Spencer St. Culpeper, VA 22701 www.countrywater systems.com Evening supervision of emergency shelter. Position requires high school diploma or GED. Send resume w/ cover letter to: FFSS P.O. Box 3599; Warrenton, VA 20188 ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER Retail Building Material Business seeking qualified candidate for full-time position in the Warrenton area, includes benefits Candidate must possess good customer skills, basic computer skills, and knowledge of hardware, lumber and building materials. Position requires working directly with the public in a retail environment. Some overtime required. Please fax resume to: 540-635-4097 Apply in person or mail to: Gilliam Lumber Company, Inc. 515 Commerce Ave Front Royal, VA 22630 or email to: john25@shentel.net__ JIFFY LUBE of Warrantor) and Culpeper NOW HIRING 0 Lube Technicians Experience helpful but will train. Great pay and benefits! (401K. Health Ins. Vaca Pay) Drug free work environment Up to $11.0Gtxxr based cn experience Call Warrenton: 540-341-8663 Call Culpeper: 540-829-9052 For Directions To Apply RECEPTIONIST/ ASSISTANT Needed Part time for General Contractor in Sterling. Approx. 30 hrs/week. Fax resume to (703)406-9045 Retail Steel Sales Looking for energetic person to learn the business. Knowledge of steel or building materials helpful but not necessary. Great benefits 703-368-3193 WITH US! 100k sq. foot building planned! Currently hiring: •Counter / Trailer Sales •Installers for truck & van equipment •Lot porters for maintaining lot inventory' & maintenance. Full & Part time positions available. Health, Dental& 401k. Hillwood Sales 800-754-4202 sales Make $700-1000 per week Drive a 5-speed pickup for deliveries and such. Must be 21, with a good driving record, quick on your feet, dependable and able to lift 35lbs. Call Tiffany: 540-286-6970 sales Make $600 - $1200 /week Route Developers needed! Must be aggressive, Enthusiastic, and willing To work in a team environment. Must be 21 w/ a good driving record. Call Pete at: 410-3664514 I Service Tech Needed Residential Plumbing Excellent benefits. Foley Plumbing, Inc. 540-428-3290 between 8a-3p Stock Transfer Specialist Looking for a well qualified person to work in a Stock Transfer Agency. Financial background preferred • Great customer service/ communication skills. • Attention to detail. • Benefits Please fax resume to: Laurel Poffenroth 540-351-0472 or email resume to: laurel@ yourfransferagenLcom Times Community Newspapers We’ve Got Northern Virginia wrapped up Call 347-4222 ^ Blooms USA Tired of traffic? Work close to home! We are searching for an experienced Office Housekeeper. Earn $8.00thour and work in a pleasant 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. ] Rappahannock County Public Schools Middle School Math Teacher Salary Range: $33,029 - $54,453 Coordinator of Adult Education & Volunteer Programs Salary: $14,506 plus benefits Coaches: • JP Girls' Basketball • JP Baseball • JV Softball • JP Softball • JP Boys' Soccer • Varsity Girls' Soccer • Ass t Boys'/Girls' Track Application Deadline: August 4, 2005 or Until Filled To apply, fax or e-mail application (available at www.raDDahannock.k12.va.us1 to Raye Tupper, Executive Director of HR and Instruction Telephone: (540) 987-8773 Fax: (540) 987-8896 E-mail: rayetupper@rappahannock.k12. va.us The Rappahannock County Public School Board does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national ongin, disability, gender, or age in employment or in its educational programs and activities. JOB FAIR Thursday, July 28, 2005 4:00 PM -7:00 PM Parks, Recreation and Community Services Administration Building l'1 floor Senior Center ' 215 Depot Ct SE, Leesburg, VA Join the Loudoun County Parks, Recreation and Community Services team! Provide recreational, educational and fun activities for children in our after-school programs. County After School Activities Program (CASA) serving youth age 5 - grade 5 and YAS/Middle School ser/ing grades 6th - 8th *. • These positions follow the Loudoun County Public School Year (10 month-part-time positions with benefits) Substitute positions also available PRCS will be conducting on-site interviews for after school programs: Recruitment numbers: #06-015 After School/CASA Leader - $11.13-$15.02/hr #06-017 YAS/Middle School Leader - $11.13-$15.02/hr #06-016 After School/CASA Supervisor - $14.91-$20.13/hr #06-018 YAS/Middle School Supervisor - $14.91-$20.13/hr For applications and recruitment information go to: wwwdoudoun.gov Or call the 24-Hour Jobline at (703) 777-0536. HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR Training for Employment Bulldozers, Backhoes, Loaders, Dump Trucks, Graders, Scrapers, Excavators Train in Virginia Next Class: Aug. 15th • National Cerification • Financial Assistance • Job Placement Assistance 800*383*7364 Associated Training Services PSYCHOSOCIAL REHAB PROVIDER #179-4-33 FT In Culpeper to coordinate a unit within the clubhouse program. Provide training and educational opportunities for mental health consumers, including jobreadiness. independent living skills and community integration. Combination ot education and experience to meet Virginia's requirements for Qualified Mental Health Professionals. $26.764.55p/yr. SENIOR CLINICIAN MH/SA# 60-4-32 FT position at residential substance abuse facility in Culpeper. Licensed therapist working with client's that have Co - Occurring SA/MH problems. MS degree. clinical license required $41,520.33 p/yr. RAPPAHANNOCK - RAPllMN COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD Apply with RRCSB/AAA application by 8:30am, Monday, August 8, 2005, HR, P.O. Box 1568, Culpeper, VA 22701. (540) 825-3100, TDD: (540) 825-7391 EEO/AA Kjenninqs@rrcsb.org -

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Applicants must have current, valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and be able to verify experience. Candidates must be prepared to demonstrate operating skills as part of 'the evaluation process. Offers of ! employment will be contingent upon the ability to obtain and maintain an airport ID badge (background check, fingerprinting, testing), as well as. passing required drug test(s). For more information call: (703)572-7847 VA State Inspector/ Auto Mechanic Experience preferred. Benefits, good pay. Settle s Garage Call 540-675-3252 Fauquier Times-Democrat: Where the Readers Are! Call Today 540-347-4222 (Times Mp™ NORTHERN VIRGINIA Automotive Sales Representative Northern Virginia newspaper is seeking an Automotive Sales Representative. Working out of our Reston office, this person will sell automotive advertising in the Fairfax County area. Candidate must be seasoned professional and have 3-5 years related sales experience. Automotive advertising sales experience a BIG plus! • Health and dental coverage • 401K plan (with match) • Short & Long Term Disability • Life Insurance Please email your resume with cover letter to llewis@timespapers.com or fax 703-689-1278 EOE 11 ■ ^IIQMUI vMl CUMCAL MEDICAL ASSISTANT needed for physicians office. Full tme. great benefits. Pleasant work1 ing environment. Fax resume: 703-754-1105 Bsdiatric practice has opening for energetic. organized. Individual to work in fast paced offices in Sterling/Reston. Exp + out will train. Fax resume 703-404-0275 or mall: ipahmnanreie aol.com PHYSICAL THERAPIST & PTA Hiring Bonus!! - FT Position avaiabie far a physical therapist and physical therapist/ assistant in an prthcpaecfc Practice. Position is M-F. Experience preferred but wil consider recent graduate of a recognized training program. Hiring bonus of $2500. Apply for details. Fax or mail resume: L. 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Additional Information: We offer excellent training and lucrative sales opportunity that includes. • Base salary + Commissions • Bonus • Auto allowance program • Health Benefits • 401K Plan To apply: Please forward resume, Cover letter and salary history to: DSvmington@timespaDers.com or fax to 540-347-5193 1994 FIREBIRD FORMULA. 24K mis. stock V8. 275HP. auto trans disk brakes, loaded showroom cond. $9000. 540-349-4610 ( •-N MS AutomoMlea V _J BMW 3251 '95 convertible med. blue metallic & blue top. w/ gray lihr int. good cond. $7200 540-937-7670 BRONCO 1995 XLT, power windows S seats. AC, 4wd. $4000 obo. Call 301-465-0205 BUICK 2000 Century custom, excel cond. Very low miles. All pwr, warranty. $8000. 703-266-8530 BUICK '92 ROAD MASTER, loaded, full size luxury, leather, garage kept. $2900. Call 703777-8010 CADILLAC FLEETWOOD Brougham '94 Corvette V8 eng, 74K mis. New AC & fuel pump. 15K mis on tires, dean intr, 2 extenders for seatbelt, Ithr seats, wheelchr hitch w/cover. $7000. 703-725-3625 ’94 CHEVY CAPRICE Classic Wagon. ABS, A/C, power seat/wndw. well maint. 75K. $3950. Call 703-860-1790 CHEVY CAPRICE, 1989, 4 door classic. Auto. A/C. AM/FM. Showroom condition. $2500. Call 703-430-7055 after 6pm. 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 Carfax, 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. '02 DODGE STRATUS SE 44K miles. 4 door. 4 cyl, automatic, steel blue pearl. Exci cond. 703-803-0725 '99 FORD MUSTANG COUPE, 35th limited edition. V8. loaded. White w/ black hood scoop, 60K mis. IT HUMS, $11,000/obo. 540-439-1005. 2002 FORD RANGER 4x4, edge, 13k mi. super cab, Bedliner, cap, am/fm cd. All power. $14500. 540-822-5050 GRAND MARQUEE, 97, Excel cond, 150K mis, $2000. 540-439-8214 HONDA ACCORD EX 04 sedan, loaded, immaculate, CD. XM, Ithr, moonrf, must sue, $21K OBO. 540-788-9622 1991 Honda Prelude SI. Automatic, new brakes, tires. 59,000 miles $3800/OBO. 703-582-1124 HYUNDAI 99 Elantra. 94kmi, auto, am,1m CD, sun rf, AC. pw, pdl, ps, ABS. cruise. Runs geat. $3000. 703-573-7670 2004 INFINITY G35. Garage kept. Midnight blue. 12500 miles $26,750 Call after 7pm 540-955-9394. “I enjoy the ongoing relationships I have with my clients and the teamwork that exists among my colleagues’ ,Bmce “Do you fit into our equation? Award-Winning Newspapers + The Best Sales Teams = An Exciting Career!." „athl/ M///. Money. Success, i ^Recognition. Flexibility. Need more incentive? How about.. 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Dark green, excel cond, 33k mi. $30,000. 540-751-0194 LEXUS, 2000, RX300. 47K mi. Exc. cond. inside/out. Garage kept. Fully loaded incl. 4wd, Ithr, power moonrf, Prem. Stereo w/CD changer. Lexus power train warranty conveys. All maint. up-to-date. $21,500. 703-378-7131. MITSUBISHI 2002 Diamante LS. 23K mi. Auto. V6, white pearl w/lther. Fully loaded. $13,495. 703-690-7176. MITSUBISHI Eclipse. '97, 2 Door Coupe. Kenwood stereo, new tires, new clutch, new heater core, needs . engine work. Body in good cond., $1200/obo. 540439-9071 MITSUBISHI 3000 GTVR4- 93, twin turbo. 5 spd. red. blk Ithr., AWD, 12 CD, 143K mi. Runs good, good cond. Best otter! 540-558-8285 MUSTANG GT, -97. 4.6 78K miles, Red convert, 540-635-4706. 540635-4706 /703-3788300 X 240. $7500 NISSAN MAX GLE 03 36K, all power. 6CD Bose, sunrt tint, wndw Ithr loaded Silver excl. cond. $18K 703-4219178 02 ACURA RL 3.5. Loaded. , puffed- 41k mi. Charcoal. New tires. $21,995. 540-955-1283 or 540-533-8726 85 OLDS DELTA 88 2 dr. 5 Itr eng. Needs work. $500/ As Is. chatty_ cathy6@yahoo.com 202-306-4021 $500!, Police Impounds! Honda's. Chevy's, Toyota's, etc. from $500. For listings 800-7498167 ext. 2416. SAAB 93-SE convertible1999. Dk. Green, 89 K miles, tthr, new alloys, fully loaded, fun car. $9,999. 540-338-4036. TOYOTA CAMRY, 11 OK mis. runs great, clean reliable car! $4900. 540-347-2576 TOYOTA CAMRY LE, '03, grey, 64K mis, 4 newer tires, sunroof, all maint records, $14,900 OBO. 703-618-7375 TOYOTA CAMRY XLE, '92, loaded, pwr everything. sunroof. Ice cold AC, $900 obo. 540-3491778. TOYOTA CORELLA CE 05, AC, 5sp, cruise, 12K mis, $12,750. 540349-4200 Ext 141 TOYOTA ‘85 COROLLA: 4 dr. complete tune-up, sun-rf, perf run cond. 146K, CD, Ask $1395/ obo. 703-444-2971 or cell 703-309-2305. TOYOTA SIENNA, 05. AWD, XLE Ltd, Silver,. 8K mis, loaded. DVD New $40,186, ask $35,900,540-675-2133 /610 Jeep* V__ •99 CHEROKEE SPORT, 4x4, red w/ gray int, 6 cyl, 4 dr, auto, AC, full pwr options, looks & runs great. Asking $6000 703-608-5920 GRAND CHEROKEE, '98. 102K mis, 5.2V8. all options. Excel cond, srve & maint recs, silver $6500 540-428-2845 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE '97. 120K mis. V8, PS. tow pkg. service maint ame. loaded ,$5500 OBO. 540-364-6113 Fauquier Times-Democrat ADS WORK Call 347-4222 Sm Employ®*# Discount Jf We're Proud of our work Bifi ■ •«. -. •— ■ — u — — — jr AnH were■ W^bSSSHARING ^j*^Rrst Time! SATURN of Manassas 9 2000 SEA-RAY, 24 hrs, 230 Bow , Rider w/ trailer. 5.7 1 EFI-260 HP. Bravo III pkg, canvas. Fully loaded, ready to go. New 2 yr warranty on eng $34,500. 540-439-6502 SiLVERTON, 96, 29ft Express Cruiser, full galley, head w/ shower, sleeps 4-5, electronics. Pristine cond, $29,900 703-304-2508. SUNFISH 15 FT. to sail to Potomac this summer! $300 sets sail. Please call 703421-5633 SAND PIPER, by Forest River, 00, 25ft, sleeps 6-8, loaded w/ awning & accessories. $7500. 540-347-9119 HD, '04, sportster 883black, 2.200mls, mint cond, screaming eagle pipes, a must see! $6000. 540-439-6276 HD 04 Sportster XL883 custom, only 450 miles, new condition & $2,000 in upgrades. $9,500. Call 703-771-0820 HONDA REBEL 250, 02. sissy bar, rack, shield, cover and 3750 mis. Excel cond. $1500/obo 540-439-1779 HONDA '99 SHADOW SPIRIT, excel, cond., 13.5 K mi, windshield, helmets incl. $4200 obo. 703-350-9107 MMoad/ D ATV 05 KAWASAKI 360 4WD, auto, new, never titled, below dealers cost. $4450. Call 540687-8142 ATV 05 KAWASAKI 700 4WD, auto, new, never titled. Below dealers cost. $5800. Call 540’ 687-8142 95 CHEVY BLAZER LT, burgundy. 4dr, auto, 4x4. all options, leather, 111K mi., $3700/obo. 703-928-9780 ’98 DURANGO SLT 5.2L V8, 4x4, green, tow. pkg, all pwr, 138k well maint miles. $5950. 703-450-4079. 2 FORD BRONCO Ms: 1987, (interior & exterior in great shape, needs engine, transmission) & 1988 (had engine fire, is parts car only): plus new rebuilt V-6 engine w/German heads (never installed, have original papers); plus replacement used transmission, not installed; $950 takes all; ,(540) 788-4626. FORD BRONCO '91. XLT, 5.0 V8. 180K mis, PS. PB, AC, cruise, am/fm cass $2000 OBO. 540-439-0852 FORD, 2000. Explorer, Eddie Bauer Edt.. 4x4, 65K, Dark Blue ext/ Tan Ithr, sunroof. Power seats/windows/locks. Keyless entry, 6 disc CD changer. $10,500. Contact 703-810-8446. 2002 FORD EXPLORER SPORT 4x4, sunroof, 6 disk cd, 50k miles. $12,500. Call 703-675-1293. FORD Explorer '92 XLT: 4wd. V6, 148k mi, manual trans.. a/c, am/ fm/cd, pwr winds/ locks. aHoy whls. rf rack. Exc cond. orig ownr. $3300. 703-689-2146 GMC YUKON XL 00, excel. cond.. pewter ext., leather, sunroof, records. $16,500. Call 540554-8884 JEEP 93 CHEROKEEauto, 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, $3000/obo. 703-554-5322. 1998 JEEP CHEROKEE 4dr, 4WD, auto, good condition. $7500. Can 703-631-6877 Jeep '97 Wrangler Sport 4.0L, 5 spd, conv't, air, low miles, great cond. $12,500 obo. Call 703729-9333 & Iv message SUBARU OUTBACK SPORT 02. 50K mis, excel cond, AC, CO, new tires, $13,000. 540-439-0764 99 WHITE SUBURBAN LT: Great condition, 85k miles. Leather inter!or. $12,000. Please call 703-929-3031. Classified Ads Work Call 347-4222 2004 SOUTHWEST. heavy duty, 2 axles, 7x12x6'6", only 100 mis on trailer, excel cond. Paid $4500 sell for $3700. 540-987-9434 *74 Tructo/ fr-jp. ■:a CHEVROLET Silverado, 1500, 4x4, '91, fair cond, some rust, high mb, orig ownr, grt work I truck. $2200. 540-3491771 DODGE DAKOTA, 01. burgundy, quad cab SLT, AT. 8 cyl 4x4, 73K mb, all power, am/fm CO, AC, Rhino bedliner, Retrax bed cover, great cond. $14,000. 703973-6598 FORD F350, 03 Diesel 4x4 crew cab, super duty. 60K mb. $31K. 4 details 540-439-2713 / Jerry cell 540-270-6531 FORD F350, Super Duty. '99, dually, excel cond, tow pack & goose neck attach. 5sp, 108K mb, $10,900. 540-349-7966 FORD F150, '93. XLT, 5.0L, V8, 2wd, 8ft bed, ext cab. 82,500 orig mb, rebuilt trans, orig owner, $5200/obo. 540347-5996 m era ftmim/ TOYOTA PICK UP DX 4x4 '95 AC/P S/5 -SP am-fm CD 11 IK mi. Exceflent cond. $5600 703-774-3C73 Toyota Tundra ‘02 TRDSR5, 4X4, access, cd, tow, warr, 1k watt pwr invrtr, new bfg tako. 55k mil. $20k 571-237-2510 *94 AEROSTAR. Inspec. & emission gd to Nov. Runs. Needs trans. Stick shift tightened. $500. 703-431-9693 Chevy '96 Venture, dk. blue, V6, auto, AC, pwr windows & mirrors, tinted LS Extended, 16 K, seats 7. $3750. 703443-0246 Leesburg Plymouth 1994 Grand Voyager SE sport, rebuilt engine & trans., 146 K miles, new safety inspection. $2400 obo. 703-715-1028 TOYOTA '00 SIENNA XLE, 71K mis. Lthr, pwr door, snrf, new tires, beige/beige. $11,000. Call 703-928-2662 This could be your Ad! Call 347-4222

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Editor's 7Remarks This publication is a first for the Rappahannock Neu’s. It's not meant to be so comprehensive that it rivals the phone book but rather to touch upon information that a long-time resident, a newcomer or visitor might appreciate seeing in one place. Rappahannock County is located some 80 miles west of Washington, D.C. Driving out of Warrenton on US 211 and heading west or coming across the mountains from Front Royal on Rt. 522 or perhaps through Sperryville from Culpeper, you'll feel the magic of this county without much effort. Its lush green rolling hills nestled at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains are resplendent reminders of a land largely unspoiled by development. For many years, long enough to make a significant difference, elected officials and county residents have been on the same philosophical page as far as opening the gate to sprawl. They haven't. While neighboring counties have touted similar stands, the minds, hearts and pocketbooks of Rappahannock residents have partnered to make it a realitv. It's a legacy’ that many would like to have in place for a long time. Living without supermarkets and shopping malls is a small price to pay for those who choose to live here. Many have found sanctuary in this county, basking in the solitude that it offers but also spoiled by the many unique treasures that it holds. Treasures like organic farmers yielding seasonal goodies, a cadre of craftspeople who create fine furniture, blow life into glass, shape pots from mounds of clay and paint pictures that resonant with luminosity. There are galleries to stroll through, restaurants to try, theatre events to attend and a galaxy of wineries to rival the private stock of Dionysus. And then there's the Inn at Little Washington. What small town in America can boast the likes of Patrick O'Connell's five star, five diamond eating establishment in the heart of Washington - a town with a population of less than 200. There are award winning Angus cattle magnificently munching away, polo matches at Bleu Rock Inn and Kobe beef at Sunnvside <& The Schoolhouse. There are antique stores , fine gift stores, places to look at llamas and places to stretch your mind and body with Svnergy dance classes. For history buffs, the county holds haunting memories of Civil War battles lost and won. You can travel certain back roads that are still unpaved and come upon the leftover stones of a once fine fireplace. There are folks in Rappahannock that can claim heritage to the Mayflower, there are others that have turned their once weekend homes into permanent ones, others who have a passion for working the land but all with a desire to claim, keep and nurture a . place of beauty for many generations to enjoy. Your local officials are your friends and neighbors. Thev are as accessible as a phone call, a handshake or a lunch away. Official meetings are held in historic buildings usually without microphones and eye contact is easy, encouraged and can easily be followed bv a comment. My ramblings are only a prelude to the near spiritual rhythm of Rappahannock County. Getting back to the Rappahannock Guide which hopefully you are about to peruse, keep in mind that it's a first and like anv good recipe will hopefully get better each time we make one. Enjoy! ' Anita L. Sherman Editor , Rappahannock News Oh the cove7 There is one thing that all residents of Rappahannock can agree on and that is the natural beauty of this county. Flint Hill photo/journalist Richard Lvkes took all of the photographs that grace the cover. Lake Whippoorwill forms the background for three scenes starting at the top with the Blue Ridge Mountains at sunset, an aerial shot over the countv and the rolling farmlands of Vista Hermosa. ”1 had such beautiful photographs to work with," said graphic artist Sarah Colfelt, who designed the cover. The Financial Solution You’ve Been Looking For Is At Rappahannock National Bank. If you’re looking for individual and business solutions that big banks offer but the individual attention you get from small community banks, then Rappahannock National Bank is the bank for you. We offer a variety of products and serv ices such as, checking and savings options, loans, home equity, Internet banking, Internet bill pay and investments products, plus a knowledgeable, friendly staff ready to help. Stop by Rappahannock National Bank and let us help you find the right financial solution. Rappahannock National Bank arena rawahamtcM* ik-cam The Banking You Deserve. The Service You Can Trust. Member FDIC 7 Bank Road, P.O. Box 179, Washington. VA 22747 877-653-1122 ♦ 540-987-8384 - rr.rn IfHlPi Behind ail of our products and services are important values we all share: CUSTOMER FOCUS, INTEGRITY AND TRUST, KNOWLEDGE, RESPECT, PARTNERSHIP

‘Rappahannock ^uide ^CabU o$ (Contents Editor's Remarks 3 On the Cover 3 Table of Contents 4 Rapphannock Quick Takes 4 Agriculture 6 Arts and Entertainment 8 Arts and Entertainment 10 Bed and Breakfasts 12 Business 13 Calendar of Events 14 Churches 16 Churches 17 Courts 18 Education 22 Environment 24 Farms, Orchards and Nursuries 30 Fire and Rescue 31 Government 33 Government 34 Healthcare 36 Healthcare 37 History 38 History 39 Horses 41 Index to Advertisers 54 Map of Rappahannock 28-29 Organizations 42 Organizations 43 Rappahannock Staff 44 Recreation 45 Restaurants 47 Restaurants 48 Where To Find 49 Where To Find 50 Wineries 51 Wineries 52 ‘Rappahannock Quick ^Cahes 7,110 Rappahannock County’s estimated population on July 1, 2003, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. That’s a 1.8% increase since 2000, a 20% decrease since 1900 and 400 fewer people than projected in the county’s first comprehensive plan of 1980. 17, 548 The official count of head of cattle in Rappahannock for 2002. $18,531,500 The approved 2005-2006 budget for Rappahannock County. $11,207,832 goes to the public school system. That represents roughly 60.5 percent of the county budget. 2 Number of public schools in the county. 1.6% Rappahannock County’s official unemployment rate, the lowest in the state of Virginia. 515 The number of vacant housing units in the county, representing 15.6% of all the housing units. Fairfax County has 2.4% vacant, and Fauquier 5.7%. This high proportion reflects both the sometimes picturesque remains of old houses seen along our roads and the high numbers of weekenders and vacation homes we have here. $ -2,985 The average net cash income of a farm in Rappahannock. 0 The combined total number of McDonalds, Burger Kings, 7-Elevens, supermarkets and Wal-Marts in the county. 3 The number of stores selling organic produce and meats, and imported cheeses. 32 The number of churches in Rappahannock County. 20% The percentage of privately owned land in Rappahannock County that has been put into scenic easement. in Ti T HniTTi I rrr rriTBnmii Photo by John Toler Ben Venue

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■/\$encics saving <7\jippaknnnock CZountij Culpeper Soil and Water Conservation District The Culpeper Soil and Water Conservation District (CSWCD) is a political subdivision of the Commonwealth of Virginia. C »etgraphically it includes the counties of Culpeper, Greene, Madison, Orange, and Rappahannock. Founded in 1939 by citizens concerned about soil and water conservation, the CSWCD is the largest of fortv-si\ conservation districts within Virginia and serves an area covering 1,443 square miles with about 91,001) constituents. The Board meets at 9:30 am. bn the first Tuesday of each month, the Uvation rotating among the five member count it's. Greg Wichelns, district manager (.340) *23-8391 C. Virginia Farm Bureau hobbit's legislators w henever agricultural issues art* considered. Also provides insurance for its members. Bob kube, president (340) 347 3172 Virginia Cooperative Extension - Knowledge for the Commonwealth As the front door to the land-grant university system, Virginia Cooperative Extension uses objective, researchbased educational programs to stimulate positive personal, economic, and societal change. Hx'ir educational prt>grams lead to more productive lives, families, communities, and tarms and forests while enhancing and preserving the quality of the commonwealth's natural resources. Virginia Cooperative Extension provides every citizen of the state local access to the wealth of knowledge available through their two land-grant universities, Virginia Tech and Virginia State University. Recognizing that knowledge is power. Extension uses the We need to make room for our Flegant NFW Fall Fine! In-Store Off Merchandise Stroll Through Our “Idea Rooms" in— i \m§\ m Choose Irom hint* Home Accessories. Lamps. Accent Furniture. 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In addition, over 40,(XX) citizen volunteers contribute millions of hours every year helping identify and deliver needs-driven educational programs. Virginia Cooperative Extension: Provides educational programs to individuals, families, organizations, and communities in the four broad areas of: 1) agriculture and natural resources; 2) 4-11 youth development; 3) family and communitv sciences; and 4) food, nutrition, and health. Provides prompt access to unbiased, objective, research-based information and educational programs through an innovative network of human and technological resources. Collaborates with public and private partners to better utilize our resources, enhance our effectiveness, and reach a more diverse audience. Partners wj,th citizen-led Extension l eadership Councils throughout the state to identify kxal Agriculture and Natural Resources Educational programs in agriculture and natural resources help sustain the profitability of agricultural and forestry production, while enhancing and protecting the quality of our land and water resources. Programming efforts address a broad range of issues and critical needs associated with 1) the production of livestock, kxxf crops, and forests; 2) financial and business management; 3) soil and water conservation; 4) wist' and sate use*of pesticides, 5) natural resource management; and <•*) rural economic development. Agriculture and Natural Resources Virginia's agricultural industry generates approximately 11 percent of Gross State Product and contributes to 11) percent of state employment. TimCly and pertinent Extension educational programs in agriculture and natural resources are delivered through a network of 107 county and city of fives Uvated throughout and Extension Centers, and from leading research institutions-around the world. Extension Agents conduct educational programs that help sustain profitability of agricultural and forestry production while protecting and enhancing land and water resources. Programming efforts address a broad range of problems from traditional agricultural management and production issues in livestock and crops to farm business management, soil and water conservation, land and water quality, the safe use of pesticides, forestry and w ildlife, and commercial and consumer horticulture. Kenner Love (3400 675-3619 *3=. 4-H Youth Development 4-H is the largest comprehensive youth development program in the nation. Young people from ages 5 to 18 engage in hands-on learning experiences under the leadership of 4-H Agents and trained adult and teen volunteers. 4-H fosters development in effective citizenship, leadership, other important life skills through a strong science-based curriculum. Through com muni tv-based and school-partnered programs, 4-H members learn how to: make sound decisions,, manage resources, work with others, and utilize effective communication skills. Rappahannock Countv has an active and ever-growing group of 4-H members and is always looking for more, lennv Kapsa (540) 675-3619 Ct. Family and Community Sciences Eamily and Community Sciences programs assist families and communities w ith critical issues related to economic stability and quality of life. Comprehensive, communitv-based programs provide education for establishing or improving economic selfsufficiency and ft»ster an environment to sustain a “We’re not here ’ for a long time, so we might as well be here for a good time!” Welcome! •Casual Dining Fish-n-chips, Griffin wings, j Hamburgers, etc. •3 Dining Areas •Outdoor Seating •Live Entertainment •Full Bar with TV’s for Event Viewing ' J Tuesday Trivia Night Go to www. griffintavern. com for information 8c event schedule 659 Zachary Taylor Hwy, Flint Hill, VA • 540-675-3227 Photo by Jeanne Spath BEST IN BULLS: Rappahannock farmer Newbill Miller has long be recognized by the American Angus Association for his cattle breeding. Jviumii and productive workforce. 1 md.l Murphv '(540) 727-5455 C* F ood, Nutrition, and Health F txvl, Nutrition and 1 lealth programs help individuals ot all ages adopt positive lifestyle patterns that reduce the risk ot ehrrinie disease. Educational programs emphasize appropriate food and nutrition choices, encourage physical activity, and improve health .teracy as a means to ensure a healthier and more productive society. Christine Kastan ( 340) 672-136-1 C, Rappahannock, Culpeper Farm Service Agency Assists local fanners with its agricultural aim modi tv and conservation programs and specialized loans. Boh Williamson (540) 825-4200 dimes Community Newspapers Northern Virginia Rappahannock Guide Anita L. Sherman, Editor Terry Carper, Advertising Consultant Michelle Burdette, Page Design Cover by Sarah Colfelt Rappahannock News 249 Main Street Washington, VA 22747 Phone: 540-675-3338 Fax: 540-675-3088 E-mail: asherman@timespapers:Com 18 xxteekly newspapers serving Northern Virginia TimesCommunity.cow

Country Retreats Flint Hill: Fabulous estate featuring large farm-style home on 18 private acres with swimming pool, barn and spring fed fairy pond. Huntly: Spectacular waterfalls, normally found only in the national park, on 36 acres with cabin and extensive valley views, as pictured at center. Washington: Charming contemporary home with swimming pool, stable and mountain view. A perfect 29 acre horse farm. SperryviUe: A surprisingly large bungalow style home with formal living area, spacious kitchen, private study, sunroom and den. Join our lamily ot sausned clients when selling or buying your country property. State of the art service in an experienced and comfortable environment. The surrounding photos represent a few of our recent transactions. We invite you to visit our unique website www.RealEstateIII.com/Kohler PH Kaye, Rick & Andrew Kohler with wonder dog Crickles RjealEstateiii The Best. One Home at a Time “ 540-675-1373 Real Estate III offers a nation-wide network of referral agents to assist you in buying or selling a home anywhere in the country. The agent will always be well qualified and knowledgeable. Call or email for information. Washington: This charming in-town residence has a brick floored great room, 3 fireplaces and other delightful attributes. Vlewtown: A rustic cabin overlooking a splashing stream with hot tub, hammocks, campfire ring & fine craftsmanship. Flint Hill: A delightful home with gourmet kitchen and spacious entertaining rooms overlooks a pond near the village. Castleton: A four acre private lake and beautiful mountain views enhance a splendid large contemporary on 68 acres. Washington, VA Charlottesville, VA [B

Rappahannock County has been referred to as the "Sonoma County of the East" because of its array of culinary and cultural attractions all nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Rappahannock Count}' is fast gaining a reputation for housing some of the area's finest artists and as such draws art appreciators to its galleries and theatre offerings. Combined with unique antique stores, gourmet destinations and a haven for history buffs, Rappahannock County is also the gateway to the Shenandoah National Park and so attracts hikers, bikers and lovers of the outdoors. CydiLetLes 9 Middle Street Gallery A non-profit artists cooperative featuring museum quality painting, photography and sculpture. Exhibitions change each month. The gallery is available for workshops and parties. Hours: Friday-Sunday, 11a.m. - 6 p.m. By appointment 325-A Middle Street Washington, VA 22747 (540) 675-3440 9 Packing Shed Gallery A fine arts venue featuring up to eight guest artists shows throughout the year while representing many exhibiting artists. The gallery is connected to Cinema Pa rad iso Movie Rentals which offers a wide selection of current, classic and foreign films. Hours: 12:30 - 7:00 p.m. Thursday through Monday. ’ The gallery is located at the comer of Gay and Porter Streets. PO. Box 28 Washington, VA 22747 (540) 987-8098 9 Rush River Gallery Features a unique variety of fine American craft and art Nikki Eastham Multi-Milium Dollar Producer 221 Broadview Ave. Warrenton, VA 20186 Office: 1-866-341-4604 or --— 1-540-341-4604 •£* a*, . ' " *** W!' . ' ^ ' , Each office independently owned ar\d operated yHtts in *7R.a.ppakannock from over 100 different artists. The Rush River Bottom offers books, cards, gifts, gourmet foods and toys. P.O. Box 452 Located-in Gay Street in Washington (540) 675-1410 Hours: rhursday-Mondav 1 a.m. - 6 p.m. Saturday opens at 10 am. R.H. Ballard Art, Rug and Home Two floors of distinctive regional fine art, rugs and European home decor; original lithographs, oils, oriental/con ternporary mgs, French Jacquard tablecloths/linen, ceramics, and jewelry. 307 Main StreetsPO. Box 412 Washington, VA 22747 Hours: Wednesday-Monday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. And by appointment (540) 675-1411 Toll free: 1-866-503-3349 Email: directon&ThbA RTS.com Web site: www.rhbARTS.com Glassworks Gallery A wide selection of hand blown glass art pieces and other handcrafted items. Glass blowing classes offered. 11794 Lee Highway P.O. Box 219 Sperryville, VA 22740 (540) 987-8474 www.glassworksgallery.com V Long View Gallery Presents an outstanding collection of contemporary American painting, sculpture and jewelry by regional and nationally known artists. 42 Main Streets P.O. Box 550 Sperryville, VA 22740 (540) 987-3121 www.longviewgallcry.org V Chris's Shop Christopher Goodine offers designs in gold and silver. Christopher Goodine's distinctive wavelink jdwelry and custom designs are elegant adornment for Rappahannock residents and international visitors. Hours: Thursday-Monday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. 353 Main Street P.O.Box 417 Washington, VA 22747 (540) 675-3190 Email: Cgoodine@earthlink.net Web site: www.goodinewavelinkjewelry.com V Geneva Welch Galleiy Geneva Welch is a nationally known artist. Displaying watercolor, oil paintings and dry-point etchings of animals and country scenes. Limited edition prints and hand painted ornaments and platters. Hours: Thursday-Monday 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. 341 Main Street Washington, VA 22747 (540)675-3332 V Peter David Garon Studio/Gallery Working out of his studio in Washington, Peter Garon sells his beautifully inspired paintings worldwide. This artist's interest in innovative techniques and love of color combine to create uncommon images. 325-B Middle Street PO. Box 365 Washington, VA 22747 '540) 675-2402 www.petergaronstudio.rtmi Newborns Infants Adolescents Adults Geriatrics Michael T. Lin, M.D. Lisa Springer, C.F.N.P. Physical Exams Minor Office Surgery Sports/School Physicals Chronic Disease Management Office Gynecology Accepting New Patients Fauquier Family Practice, PLC 400-A Hospital Drive • Warrenton, VA • 540.341.4850 Glassworks Gallery ^ Sara Schneidman Gallery This Sperryville artist has a gallery in historic Culpeper surrounded by other galleries, fine shops, cafes, and restaurants. Sara's watercolor paintings are featured at the gallery, as well as her ceramics, stationery, rugs, quilts and needlepoint pillows adapted from her original artwork. Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday and Monday closed or by appointment 122 East Davis Streets Culpeper, VA 22701 (340) 825-0034 www.saraschneidman.com J'or the arts 9 Rappahannock Association for the Arts and the Community The Rappahannock Association for the Arts and the Community (RAAC) is the non-profit organization behind many arts programs and events that cdBnty residents and visitors have come to appreciate over the last 23 years. RAAC s mission is to enrich the lives of Rappahannock County residents and its visitors through exposure to the arts, and to promote a sense o4 community ,n *^e county through workshops, dances, programs, concerts, school events, cinema, and >uch other activities that enhance the county's communal and artistic well being. TO. Box 24 Washington, VA 22747 (340) 673-3193 vvvvw.raac.org RAAC will be presenting a wonderful new event this November tor anyone who loves the arts and who would partnering that w ith a day or weekend stay in the beautiful countryside of V irginia. ARTISTS OF RAPPAHANNOCK COUN TY" STUDIO & GALLERY TOUR, NOVEMBER 5 & 6 Hie Rappahannock Association for the Arts and the Community Presents Two-Dav Festival Autumn in Rappahannock County is filled w ith the colors and creations ot nature, lliis tall those colors and creations w ill also he reflected in the works ot many of Rappahannock's most talented artists. The Rappahannock Association for the Arts and the C ommunity (RAAC ) will present the first, in'what is hoped to ho an annual two-dav art festival, "Artists of Rappahannock County" Studio & Gallery lour, November S and 6, 10 am to 5 rain or shine. No admission is required, A suggested $10 donation goes to RAAC. Ibe goal tor the festival is to draw crowds of art lovers trom throughout V irginia, the Greater Washington area, and from elsewhere in the Mid-Atlantic. "Rappahannock C ounty is privileged to have some of the finest artists on the Atlantic Coast, said C laudia Mitchell, president ot RAAC By initiating this first festival, RAAC will begin to brand Rappahannock as an arts destination.'' Artists participating in the juried festival will display their artwork either in their ow n studios or in a gallery setting at one of the many professional galleries in Washington, Sperryy ille and Flint I toll. At least eight yen ues are anticipated tor the festival, showcasing a variety of different media. Visitors will pick up a descriptive See ARTS, Page 10

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Arts From Page 8 map of the many studios and galleries on the tour at the Fire Hall in Washington. The Fire Hall itself will be transformed into a gallery during the event, serv ing as one'of the group show locations. "One of the great features of this art tour is that it gives attendees the unique pleasure of visiting artists in their very own studios and seeing their works in progress," Mitchell said. "After all, an artist’s studio environment can actually inspire the artistic process." "We will have brochures to encourage patronage of our local restaurants, retail shops and inns," Mitchell continued. The festiv al can be experienced as a daylong event or a weekend stay. We invite our local businesses to plan special promotions or events for that weekend." "Artists of Rappahannock" is one of the many ways that RAAC supports the arts and culture ot Rappahannock County. Over the last 23 years, R A AC's mission has been to enrich the lives of local residents through exposure to the aits, and to promote a sense ot community in the county through workshops, dances, programs, concerts, school events, cinema, and other activities. "With the art festival, RAAC reaches out through the Mid-Atlantic region to introduce many others to the unique beauty of our county, both the natural beauty, and the beauty that has been created by so many local, talented artists," concluded Mitchell. Directions from DC/Capital Beltway: From 1-493 in Virginia, take 1-66 West to 17 South to Warrenton. Follow Route 17 Business into Warrenton. Turn right on 211 West and go 25 miles to Washington, VA. Turn right on 211 Business (Warren Avenue) to right on Firehouse l.ane. For more information on "Artists of Rappahannock" or RAAC, v isit www.raac.org or call 540-675-3193. ^TUeatet And ‘petfovnbvfr Arts Ki Theatre Ki Theatre operates a theater on Gay Street in Washington, Virginia, with offices in Sperryville. Programs are created by people who live in the community. Ki Theatre also has two national programs: Kid Pan Alley and Life Stories Workshops and Performances. Volunteer opportunities are available for acting, producing, staging, marketing, publicity, office support and fundraising. People of all ages and backgrounds are inspired to create through song and theatre. P.O. Box 203 Washington, VA 22747 (340) 987-31,>4 Email: patv*'kitheatre.com Web site: www.kitheatre.com Executive Director Pat Hamilton Ki Theatre is home to nationally recognized author and actress, Julie Portman and Paul Reisler, songwnter, musician and founder of both Trapezoid and Kid Pan Alley. You can also hear Paul Reisler and a Thousand Questions - original new music from Paul Reisler, Howard Levy of the I Iecktstones, Angela Kaset and Amy Speace, Ysaye Barnwell from Sweet Honey*in the Rock, master drummers Kenny- Malone and John Gardner, bass virtuoso Viktor Krauss.and Fred Bogert. ?The Theatre at Little Washington The Theatre at Washington is located in the county seat of Rappahannock County-. The town was laid out by Cieorge Washington when he was a youthful surveyor's assistant. Lovingly run by Wendy Weinberg for many years, the Theatre presents a wide variety of professional musical and dramatic performances, usually on weekends and often for one or two performances only. The Theatre presents professional music - jazz, chamber music, Celtic music, piano recitals, and an eclectic mix of other musical and dramatic performances. Performances draw a wide audience not only from Rappahannock County- but around the country as well featuring such performers as Mark Russell, the famous political humorist and satirist, Kennedy Center Chamber Players, classical pianists and the likes of Bill Allred and his classic jazz band. The Theatre has two seasons of live performances: September - December and Januaryh - June. The Rappahannock Association for Arts and the Community presents a twice-monthly film series on Friday nights. Community events are held at The Theatre from time to time as well. When The Theatre is not otherwise in use, it is available tor rent to individuals, groups, and companies wishing to present performances for themselves. Reservations are recommended for most events at The Theatre. For information and a schedule of upcoming events, contact lhe Theatre at: The Theatre 291 Cav. Street P.O. Box 322 Washington, VA 22747 (540) 675-1233 Email: 'IheatreVAw aol.com Web site: www.Theatre-Washington-VA.com Chateauville Foundation lhe Chateauville Foundation was established bv Lorin and Dietlinde Maazel in 1997 w ith a succinct, if ambitious, mission: "to nurture children, foster art and reclaim the human spint." Based at Castleton Farms in .Rappahannock County, Virginia, the focal point of the Foundation's activities is a private, state-of-the-art Theatre House built on the property in realization of a long-held dream. Its multi-purpose facilities make the theatre ideally suited to a wide range of performances-recita 1 and chamber music programs, dance and theatrical events, and chamber opera. To date, nearly 40 different performances, encompassing a broad range of artistic disciplines, have been offered at the Theatie House. Several of these have been gala events to raise funds for programs in support of children's causes, especially those* connected with music. Many other programs have been offered to the communi tv-at-large. The Chateauville Foundation will continue to support programs and create events that enhance the role of the arts in the lives of children and adults alike. The foundation is pleased to offer performances which bring worldclass artists to the unique setting of Rappahannock County and the intimate Theatre House, which allows an unparalleled degree* of communication between performer and audience. The Foundation welcomes the interest and support of individuals ind organizations to help maintain and expand these activities in coming vears, particularly so we can expand our offerings of affordable performances and educational programs for children and families. To leam more about the Chateauville Foundation, or to be placed on our mailing list for details of future programs, please- contact us via at contactWTnaestromaazel.com or bv writing to us at: The Chateau vilie Foundation PC. Box Amissville, VA 20106 ?Camerata Cantores I’O. Box 311 Warrenton, VA 20188 (540) 937-4(44 Email: camerata«'Starpower.net Web page: www.cameratacantores.org Contact: Richard Dill Fhese brilliant choral music performances are presented loca|ly and throughout Virginia. Members are from RappahannocC Fauquier, Culpeper, Orange and Fairfax counties and surrounding areas. V Workspace for Choreographers To provide a retreat in the Blue Ridge Mountains free of charge w here choreographers can experiment with new ideas free of performance pressures. Choreographers come with or without dancers for periods of time from a week to a month between March and November. They are chosen on the basis of a work plan they submit, not on previous accomplishment. 567 Woodward Road, Sperrvville, VA 22747 Contact Sandra Mirth at (540) 987-9234 wfosendmeW’yahixvcom BLEU ROCK INN

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C=r* Apple Hill Farm B&B Tht* 20 acres of Apple Hill Farm border the Thornton River and include wiHided walking trails. Fntire tucilitv completely renovated to. a 2 lst-centurv level of comfort. Dot and Wayne Waller 117 Old Hollow Road. Sperrvville VA 22740 (540) 987-9434, (800) 326-4383 applehillbntvraol.com , www.applehillfarmbnb.com &=* Belle Meade Inn This restored V ictorian farmhouse is situated on 138 acres in the foothills of the Blue Ridge facing Old Rag. It otters four rooms and a cottage, pach with modem private bath. Michael Bimek and Susan Hottman 353 F. I . Valley Road, Sperrvville VA 22740 (540) 987-9748 inKx” bellemeade.net www.bellemeadeinn.com Ben Venue Knoll On top ot a knoll with spectacular views, the hosts offer afternoon tea and gourmet breakfasts made with local produce Central air conditioning. 459 Ben Venue Road (Route 729), Flint 1 lilt (540) 675-1981 fci< Bleu Rock Inn & Restaurant This countrv inn is located on an 80 rolling acre horse farm. The old farmhouse has been renovated into an inn of five bedrooms with private baths and balconies. Jo Mariea 12567 l ee I hghvvay Washington, Virginia 22747 (340) 6*7-31 mu. (64H)) 341-2536 Fax <340, 687-3193 into"' v\ v\ w.bieunx'kinn.com or email thenx ICW'varthlmk.net fi=j< Caledonia Farm ITii" 1812 National Register home is situated in beautiful pasture lands surrounded bv stone fences. Two nx»ms Sed &. 7£fi>:akf>c\sts and the summer-kitchen suite have air conditioning and fireplaces. Phil Irwin 4 Fodderstack Road, Flint Hill VA 22627 (340) 675-3693. (800) BNB-1812 wvv w.bnbIS 12.com &=* Conyers House Inn & Stable The county's oldest inn dates to around 1790, and was a country store bv 1815. Offers seven rooms with private baths Sindra and \omian Cartwright-Brown 3131 Slate Mills Road (Route 707), Sperryville VA 22740 (540) 987-8025, tax (540) 987-8709 sandrawconyershouse.com w ww.convershouse.com fce Fairlea Farm B&B just a five-minute stroll from the village of Washington, this country manor house' overlooks a 40-acre sheep and cattle farm. Susan and Walt Longyear 636 Mount Salem Ave., PO Box 124, Washington VA 22747 (540) 675-3679, lax (340) 675-l()64 longy ea r<" shen tel. net wvvw.fairleatarm com for* Foster Harris House Hits tum-o(-!he-centur\ restored farmhouse is located in the village ot Washington, within walking distance of The Inn at Little Washington. Diane and John NlacPherson 189 Mam St., PO Box 333, Washington VA 22747 (540) 675-3757, (8(H)) 666-0153 stavwfivsterharris.com wvv w.losterharris.com Hill Public Hous * SINCE 1992 Enjoy the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains for lunch, dinner or your special event, in our tum-of-the-century renovated schoolhouse. Contemporary, seasonal American cuisine paired ; ^ k . with wines from our award winning wine list " >, " :■ / :'; ;' ■ v j 1. * *" Reservations ' 540.675.1700 www.flinthillpublichouse.coin 675 Zachary Taylor Highway - Route 522 Flint Rill, Virginia —--- 0 (6=,« Gay Street Inn Located in. historic Washington, the inn offers four large rooms. Watch the Blue Ridge Mountains change from a room, or the porch. Donna and Robin Kevis 160 Gay St., PO Box 237, Washington VA 22747 (540) 675-3288 gavstmnif'shentel.net www.gavstreetinn.com Heritage House B&B Established in 1837, this house is located in Washington, just one block from The Inn at l ittle Washington. It once served as headquarters for Gen. jubal Early during the Civil War. Gary and Michelle Schwartz 291 Main St., PO Box 427, Washington VA 22747 (540) 675-3207, (888) 819-8280 hhbb<" shentel.net ww vv.horitagehousebb.com £=? Hopkins Ordinary Built in the 1820s as an "ordinary" by John Hopkins, it also housed a tavern and was a stagecoach stop. The five guest rooms are named lor favorite herbs used in cooking. 47 Main Street. PO Box 437, Sperrvv ille VA 22740 Sherri Eickel and Kevin Kraditor (S40) 984-3383 innkeeperi" hopkinsordinarv.com wvvw.hopkinsordmarv.com £=»• Inn on Thistle Hill 1 Ins traditional bed and breakfast on ID acres features individual cottages. Romantic get-away packages November through March. , 5541 Sperry ville Pike, Boston VA 22712 (540) 987-9357. fax (540) 987-9359 InnkeeperwThelnnOnThistlel hII com www.theinnonthistlehill.com fc* Laurel Mills Farm The Victorian farmhouse offers three spacious rooms. 435 Laurel Mills Road, Castleton VA 2271b (540) 937-3600 lmfarm(fl'erols.com w w w. La u relm il Isfa rm.com ft* Middleton Inn Listed on the Virginia Landmarks Register, this manor house was built in 1850 by Middleton Miller, manutacturer of Confederate uniforms during the Civil War. All bedrooms have working fireplaces and private marble baths. Mary Ann Kuhn 176 Main St., PO Box, 254, Washington VA 22747 (540) 675-2020, (800) 816-8157, fax (540) 675;1050 innkeepers middletoninn.com www.middletonmn.com Sharp Rock Farm & Vineyaid Situated on 23 acres in a valley at the foot of the Blue Ridge, Sharp Rock Farm offers a two bedroom cottage and a one-bedroom carriage house. Buildings on the farm date from 1792 to 1864. Jimm and Kathy East 5 Sharp Rock Road, Sperry ville VA 22740 (540) 987-8020, (540) 987-9700 jeastw sharprockvineyards.com ww w.sharprockv inevards.com Smokehouse Winery & B&B Escape to a turn-of-the-century log and frame cabin with stone fireplace, kitchenette and sitting porch overlooking a stream. John Malberg 10 Ashby Road, Sperry vilie VA 22740 (540) 987- 3194 smokehousevvinerv ‘lt*arthlink. net vvwvv.smokehousewinerv.com &=* Sunset Hills Farm Ihis stone contemporary home high on Jenkins Mountain offers spectacular views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. * Betty and Leon Hutcheson 105 Christmas Tree Lane, Washington VA 22747 (540) 987-8804, (800) 9HO-2584). tax (540) 987-9742 tarmpeachtoaol.com www.sunsethillstarm.com Sycamore Hill House Spectacular views are offered by the 85-foot semi-cir cular veranda of this contemporary home Kerri and Stephen Wagner I 10 Menetee Mountain Lane. Washington Va 2274/ (540) 675-304b sycamore"'shentel.net www.syc4morehillhouseandgardens.iom OTHER PLACES TO STAY feqr< Engham House Guest Rooms Located on Main Street in historic Sperryville is decorated in 1920s style Iwo-night minimum stay. (340) 987-1002 &=* Piney River Escape Hike, fish or |ust relax - it's all here. Equipped with kitchen, bath, two bedrooms and living room with fireplace. (540) 753-6132 cpgauntwshentel.net vv w w. b I uer id ge- shenan d oa h ri ver. com Shadowrock Gallery & Guesthouse This charming circa 1800 log and stone home is located in Sperryville with the Thornton River at the foot of the gardens. Gary Harvey and Deborah Stoker 27 Main St., Sperryville VA 22740 (340) 987-3313 w ww.shadow rockguesthouse.com is what we do best Pat Whorton, LUTCF (540) 987-8225 11929 Lee Highway - Sperryville www.vfbinsurnnce.com FARM BUREAU INSURANCE Auto • Home • Life

business In T^appakannock For the most comprehensive listing of Rappahannock County businesses, the best source is the latest edition of "The Green Pages " which lists over 200 local businesses, offices and organizations. ‘^he Careen ^j2>a$es 2004.' \ « Rappahannock County Business Directory and Resource Guide PO. Box 733 Flint Hill, Virginia 22627 (340) 675-3137 wwvv.C iPages.net , « Sperryville Business Alliance Nancy Ostinato (540) 987-8444 oldsperTvvilletxx>kshop>aiglide.net Owner of the Sperry ville B<x>k Store, Nancy Ostinato, has spearheaded efforts in forming the Sperryville Business Alliance which consists of local businesses in the Spenvville area. ' . i Washington Hospitality and Visitors Association President: John Macl’herson (540) 075-1757 Formerly known as the Washington Business Council, the recently formed Washington Hospitality and V isitors Photo by Richard Lykes John MacPherson President Washington Hospitality and Visitors Association Association, elected officers. John MacPherson of the Foster Harris House was named the group's president. The group's mission is to rev italize and promote the historic Town of Washington. Other officers include: Phil Irwin from Caledonia Farms as vice-president; May Ann Kuhn, the owner of Middleton Inn, as treasurer; Joan Ballard of R.H. Ballard as secretary, and Laura Overstreet who serves as an advisor. Regular monthly meetings rotate among Washington businesses. , * Rappahannock Non-Profit Center Started by a group of local and concerned residents, the Rappahannock Non-Profit Center helps to improve and coordinate the e‘ brts of local charitable and volunteer groups in the ITiere is a growing list of community organizations whose missions are dedicated to the arts, environment, education and other volunteer efforts. Governed by a local Board of Directors, the center recently hired a part-time executive director and hopes to acquire office space in the near future. For more information, contact Bndget Chisholm, Fxecutive Director, at (340) 364-tX)to or email at bridgefiflbccplanning.com Check out their new web site which should be available in the summer of 2003: www.mpc.org < « Lord Fairfax Community College Small Business Development Center Located on the Fauquier campus of the Lord Fairfax Community College in Warrenton. Conducts seminars and classes and meets one-on-one with business people and those* interested in starting their own busi(340) 351-1393 NEW OWNERS: Paul and Kristal Stevenson are now at the helm of the Sperryville Antique Mart. Liotta, Dranitzke & Engel, LLP Attorneys and Counselors at Law A General Practice Serving VA, MD & DC Alan Dranitzke Esquire Virginia Resident Partner Offices in Washington, VA & Washington, DC 195 Main Street P.O. Box 501 Washington, VA 22747-0501 (540) 675-3032 1666 Connecticut Avenue, NW Suite 250 Washington, DC 20009 (202)-797-7700 err.ail - ad@ldelaw.com Rappahannock Title, LLC Quality Real Estate Settlement Services Alan Dranitzke, Managing Attorney Paula R. Kahn, Title Insurance Agent Offices in Washington, Virginia at the historic Jenkins Bus Station Washington, DC in the Dupont Circle Historic District 195 Main Street P.O. Box 501 Washington, VA 22747-0501 (540) 675-3032 1666 Connecticut Avenue, NW Suite 250 Washington DC 20009 (202) 797-7996 email - settle@rapptitle.com

O0X lr**~rlf 1 I Photo by Richard Lykes Former Rappahannock County high school student Brian Taylor and Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Bob Chappell, performed with Hollowband at the 2nd annual Rivers and Roots Festival. tlxtou^k /Plaich % Rappahannock Hunt Point-to-Point Races Dates for these early Spring races have not been firmly scheduled Typically, they are held around the first weekend in March. Phone: (540) 547-2810, or check Web site for details as the date approaches: www.rappahannockhunt.com jApiil % Fodderstack 10k Classic Race Every year in mid-April, a foot race is held, running from Flint Hill to Washington, down Fodderstack road. Contact jean Lillard at (540) 364-4573, or John W. McCarthy III at (540) 675-5330 or at jwm<tfshentel.net. You can get an application form on line at: http.// www.runnmgmtheusa.com/races05/05Ftxlderstack. pdf ♦ Old Dominion Hounds Pcrint-to-Painl Races Held at Ben Venue Farm, Washington, VA Date to be F I W1.V& (S'OLenda’i ofi Events Photo by Lisa Eiland Rappahannock high school student, Alex Ramey, finished third place in the 27th running of the Fodderstack 10K classic race. Ramey took home the coveted Eva Smith Memorial Award. and skill. This outdoor challenge benefits the Rappahannock and Fauquier Free Clinics. Call (540) 3470394, or vvww.fauquier freeclinic.org/rrr/ * Trinity Episcopal Church Dried Flower Sale and House Tour For almost 50 years now, the ladies of Trinity Episcopal Church in Washington have held this charitable function. Includes tea at Middleton Inn. ITione Helen Williams at (540) 937-4279 for more information. t Christmas in Little Washington Hus popular annual event is held the first or second weekend in December and includes activities, entertainment, and Colonial dancers performing by candlelight in the historic Town Flail. For information, call (540) 675-3128. 1 determined. Call (540) 364-4573 > Relay for Life The American Cancer Society Relay for Life is a community event in which teams take turns walking in the relay. Each team tries to keep at least one member walking at all times. Teams raise money in advance of the relay The relay - with food, fun and walking - has been tremendously successful for a number of vears in Rappahannock, goes on all night. Being on a team is your opportunity to get involved and make a difference in the battle against cancer. To volunteer, contact Tamara Waldo at (540) 987-9380, or tlwaldcx«’aol.com * Trinity Episcopal Church 'Great Spring Garden Party' Benefits the church garden guild, and their work on the landscaping around the church. Phone Katherine Bull at the church for information at (540) 675-3716. % Rivers and Roots Festival Now working on its third year, this annual music festival at Sunnyside Farms <# The Schoolhouse raises money for local school music programs. For information, visit www.su nnv side farms. com t Polo at Bleu Rock Inn Matches begin in June and are held on Sunday afternoons at 5 p.m. For information call (540) 987-3190. * AmissviUe Carnival and Parade This annual event benefits the Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue squad. Dates to be determined For informatioa call Jack Atkins at (340) 937-5125. steelframes for anyrnme or business. For over 30 years Montgomery Shade & Awning, a full service family business, has been serving the needs of Culpeper, Fauquier and Rapppahannock Counties We feature the Highest Quality products at the Best Prices, with expert installation, and a Lifetime Seam Warranty that applies to all our awning products! See us for: custom-made We've Got You Covered" ntgomery HADE&AwNiriQ awnings, canopies, patio and window coverings. Alcan aluminum and “Perfecta" retractable awnings. Porch shades. Hundreds of Sunbrella and other fabrics. All major credit cards accented • www.montgomeryawning com Local: 540-347-1941 . Toll Free: 800-300-1941 Quin * Flint Hill Carnival and Parade This annual event benefits the Flint Hill Volunteer Fire and Rescue squad. Dates to be determined For information, call Bill Jarrett at (540) 675-3286. * Sperryvillt Carnival and Parade, This annual event benefits the Sperryville Volunteer Fire and Rescue squad. Dates to be determined For information call Donna Gore at (540) 987-8085. £>e‘pten\befi > Rappahannock Music Festival This is a tFiree-dav music extravaganza showcasing area talent. It is held the weekend of September 17 and 18 on the grounds of Old way Art Center, on U S. 211 west of Sperryville, just before the road begins up the hill toward Skyline Drive rhone Brian Ross: (540) 987-1010 www. rappahannockmusictesti val ci >m ♦ Thornton Hill Hounds Point-to-Point Steeplechase This is held at Thornton Flill Farm in Sperryville. Date to be determined Phone: (540) 987-8348 or www.thomtonhillraces.com % A Taste of Rappahannock This annual festival of food and wine from local chefs and vintners benefits Headwaters, the Rappahannock Count}' Education Foundation Phone (540) 875-1819 * Rappahannock RoughRide Multiple bicycle races and events for all levels of fitness r Persimmon Springs Farm and Nursery Quality Flowering Shrubs for all Seasons Landscape Design & Consulting. 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Ixappakannock (Shuzckes •/\ssen\Uif crfc <3jod 1 Fellowship Assembly of God 15 Many La., Sperryville (540) 987-8230 Pastor: Joel Cress Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 p.m.; Worship and Children's Church, 11 a m.; Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Adult Bible Study, 7 p.m. 1 Amissville Baptist 776 Viewtown Rd., Amissville (540) 937-6159 Pastor: Dr. Norman Edward Taylor Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 am; Morning Worship 11 a.m.; Youth Group, 6 p.m.; Rejoicers Choir and Worship, 7 p.m Wednesday: Adult Choir 6 p.m.; Bible Study and Missions, 7 p.m. Thursday: Bell Choir, 6:30 p.m. i Battle Run Primitive Baptist Church 160 Ben Venue Road. Flint Hill (540) 652-6482 Pastor, Elder Forest Atwood Meets second Sunday at 10:30 a m. t Beech Springs Regular Baptist 11546 Let* Highway, Sperryville. One service a year i Chester Gap Baptist 41 Waterfall Rd. Chester Gap (540) 636-4336 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 1 First Baptist 687 Main St. Washington (540) 675-3382 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., Apni-August t F. T. Baptist 3143 Slate Milk Road, Sperryville (540) 987-90051 Pastor: Dan Yowell Sunday: Sunday School 10 a m.; Worship service, 11 a.m. 1 Five Forks Regular Baptist 68r> Rudasill Mill Rd Woodville (540) 743-3244 Pastor: Elder Roger L. Smith Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m.; Worship Service 11 a.m. Wednesday: Prayer, Bible study 7 p.m. 1 Flint Hill Baptist Church t>30 Zachary Taylor Highway, Flint Hill (540) 675-2431 Pastor Rev. lames L Pa\Tte Sunday: Worship service, 11 a.m i Forest Grove Baptist 258 Forest Grove Rd. Amissville (540) 937-3159 Pastor: Mark DeAngelis Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m.; Worship Service 11 a m See CHURCHES, Page 17 Piedmont Property Inc is an independent, unaffiliated firm that concentrates on Rappahannock and Northern Fauquier counties. We are able to provide personalized service and are equipped to show fell available properties whether listed by us or any other firm. We specialize in farms, estates, country and commercial properties in all price ranges and sell a sig|y ij Mi lUKjg m *1§ | M tv#eOl I [TTm Illustration by Tom Teppe' iye commuting solutions ~CbfMf£/r£ff car and vanpool ^ ' MATCHING Z l ; »»5m« CiMnUtton CALL US FOR GUARANTEED RIDE HOME PROGRAM VRE • & MORE! free commuting INFORMATION (540) S29-745I

Churches From Page 16 tCid Brown Bible Baptist 422 Gid Brown Hollow Rd. Washington (S40) 987-3118 Pastor: John K. Burke Sunday: Sunday School 10 a m.; Worship Service, 11 a.m.; Evening Service, 6 p.m. Wednesday: Prayer Service, 7 p m. i Hope Hill Baptist Church 17 Hope Hill Road, Castleton (340) 937-5719 Pastor: John W. Lines Sunday: Sunday School, 10 a.m.; Worship Service, 11 a.m.; Evening Worship 7 p.m. Wednesday: Prayer & Bible Study, 7:30 p.m. i Hopewell Baptist Church (540)987-9105 16 Hopewell l ane, Sperrvville Pastor, Rev. Henry A. Townes; Associate Pastor, Rev. Anpa L. Allsberrv Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Morning Worship, 11 a.m. Wednesday: Bible study, 7 p.m 1 Macedonia Baptist 374 Zachary Tavlor Highway, Flint Hill (340)675-3284 Pastor: Rev. Donald Simpkins Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m.; Worship Service, 11 a.m. t Mount Lebanon Baptist 19 Scrabble Road, Boston ( 540) 987-8354 Pastor: Dallas Smith Sunday: Early Worship 8:30 a m.; Bible Study for all ages, 9:45 a.m.; Worship Service, 11 a.m.; Bible Study, 7 p.m. Wednesday: Prayer service 7:30 p.m. t Promise Land Baptist 242 Gid Brown Hollow' Road, Washington (540)672-2131 Pastor: Herbert Johnson Services (second and fourth Sundays) Sunday School, 9:45 a.m.; Worship service, 11 a.m. t Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church 3948 Sperrvville Pike Sperryville (540) 987-9101 Pastor: John Heddleston Sunday Contemporary Services, 8:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10 a.m.; Sunday Traditional Services, 11 a m ; Sunday Youth Night, 7 p.m. Tuesday Bible Study,*7 p.m. t Shiloh Baptist 15 Red Oak Mountain Road, W'oodville (540)987-8515 Pastor: Rev. Michael Tinsley Sr. Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Worship service, 11 a.m. i Thornton Gap Primitive Baptist Church 193 Old Hollow Road, Sperry ville Pastor: Elder Richard Cox Meets first Sundays at 2 p.m. and third Sundays at 10:30 a.m. i Thornton's Gap Regular Baptist 2b2 Thornton Gap Church Road. Sperry ville (540) 987-9172 Rev. Kirby Shenk Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m.; Worship Service, 11 a.m. 1 Washington Baptist 180 Gav St., Washington (540) 675-3336 Pastor: Rev. Phillip Bailey Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a m.; Worship service 11 a.m.; Adult Bible Study: 7 p.m. Wednesday: Men's Discipleship Group, 7 p.m. t Woodville Baptist 4t)2<> Sperry ville Pike, Wood ville (=40) >187-3317 Visiting Minister, Doug Farmer Sunday: Sunday School 10a.m.; Worship Service, 11 a.m.; Evening Ministry, Children's ministry, 7 p.m. Wednesday: Devotions and prayer 7 p.m.; Choir practice, 7:30 p.m. (Zku^ckes iNew Hope Baptist Bible 116 Water Street, Sperrvville (540)987-8711 Pastor: Carl R. Menetee Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m.; Worship Service 11 a.m.; Evening Service, 6 p.m. Wednesday: Evening Prayer and Bible Study, 7 p.m. CZ atkolic i St. Peter's Catholic Church 12762 Lee Highway, Washington (540) 675-3432 Administrator: Rev. Robert j. DeMartino Masses: Saturday Vigil, 5:30 p.m. Sunday, 8:30 a.m aid 10 a.m Holv Davs of Obligation, call 675-3432 Weekdays: Tuesday-Saturday, 8:30 a.m. Confessions: 4:30-5 p.m. Saturday, and after masses. episcopal i Trinity Episcopal 379 Gav St. Washington Rector: Rev. Jennings W. Hobson III (540) 675-3716 Thursday: Meditation 7:30 a.m. Suriday: Holy Eucharist 8 a.m.; Holy Eucharist 9 j.m.: Morning Prayer 10 a.m. Wednesday: Bible Study & Holy Eucharist, 9:30 a.m. Thursday: Meditation, 7:30 a.m. J-ull C^jospet lAmissville Full Gospel 675 Vievvtown Road. Amiss\ille (540) 937-3645 Pastor. Rev Jim Pittman II Sunday: Sunday School. 10 a.m.; Morning Worship, 11 a.m.; Evening Worship. 7 p m. Wednesday: Evening Worship. 7:30 p.m. /l/Vet\\odist lAmissville United Methodist 14760 I ee Highway. Amissville (540) 937-4978 Pastor: Rev Edward "\'ed" VanOyck Sunday; Sunday School, *T45 p m.. Worship Service, 11 a.m. Tuesday: Touth Group. 7 p.m. These Rappahannock County Methodist churches hold worship sendees as follows 1 Flint Hill Methodist 651 Zachary lavlonHighwav, Hint Hill Sunday Worship at 8:45 a.m.; Sunday School at 10 a.m. 1 Willis Chapel 1804 Zachary Taylor Highway, Huntlv Worship Ser\ ice at 10 a.m ISperryville United Methodist 3731 Sperr\ \ ille Pike Sperryville. Worship Service at 11:15 a m. For information about theses churches, cal! (540) 675-3575. The Rev. Leah DeLong, pastor. ^>enteco9tai i Flint Hill Pentecostal t o I Aileen Road, Flint Hill Pastor: Rev. Bobbv W. Jenkins Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m.; Worship Serv ice, 6:30 a.m Wednesday: Worship Serv ice, 7:30 p.m. iGid Brown Hollow Pentecostal 116 kevser Run Road, Washington Sunday: Sunday School, 11 a.m.. Second and Fourth Sundays only. i Massanova Pentecostal o^l Aaron Mountain Rd. (540) <*37-5661 Pastor: Rev. L. D. Savage. Sunday: Sunday Sctu>ol. 10 a.m.; 'touth, 5:45 p.m.; Fvening Worship, 7 p.m luesdav : Worship. 7 p.m. i New Harvest Christian Fellowship Pastor: Puane Willoughbv Sunday:Praise and Worship service. 10:30 a.m Wednesday. Praise and Worship; Praver, Bible Study, 7:30 p.m.; Youth. 7:30 p.m. Visit our website at www.samsneadrealty.com to search ALL Listings within the MLS Database

A Tribute to A Bit of Rappahannock... When the fields are fres ft and green, ‘tis then oCd<BCachi^ocf^shouCdBe seen. Its hiCCs and meadows most serene, can readiCy inspire a poet's dream. When storms threaten, as they often do, rBfacl^y(pc/<i takes on a different hue. ■ [o matter what the time of year, we always hoCd our CBCacf^^ochi dear. It 's always there to excite emotion, and rekjndhe anew our great devotion. I 've traveCed far, By sea and air, and never have found a Band so fair As ‘BCachiOipc/iBFarm with its tranquil air. --lachiBDwyer in Loving Memory of John J. Dwyer January 10,1919 - July 27, 2003 Walk-in or Reservations Lunch Served 11:30-3 pm Dinner Served 5:30-9 pm Tues. - Sat. Sunday Brunch 10-3 pm Located in Historic Sperryville, VA on Main Street 540-987-8790 (Souxts in ‘Rappahannock Courts and Police Sheriff's Office Larry Sherert/, Sheriff 383 Porter St., Washington (340) 675-3800 Fax: (540) 675-5301 rvsheri it-- earth I ink net Virginia State Police Culpeper oltice serves Rappahannock County (540) 824-7767 Rappahannock Circuit Court, 20th Judicial Circuit of Virginia I he circuit court is the trial court with the broadest powers in Virginia. , It handles all civil cases w ith claims ot more than SI5,000, sharing authority w ith the general district court to hear matters involving between S4.300 and $18,000. I he circuit court has the authority to hear serious criminal case (felonies). lhe circuit court also handles tamilv matters, including divorce. In addition, the circuit court hears cases appealed from the' general district ci 0 and from the juvenile and domestic relations district court I here is a circuit court in each dtv and countv in Virginia. e ircuit court Hide's art' elected b\ the (ieneral Assemble tor 8-vear terms Hours: S 40 am. to 4..1(1 p.m Phone: (Alii) t>74-=i4Sn Fax: (=.40) (-.7=1-S141 Address: 24,St,at Street. It) Box s|7 Washington \ A 22747-0=. I 7 Web site: u it u .onits state ta ils courts omul Rappahannoek.'home html k lerk of the C ir*. uit C nurt I Ion. I )iune Brut,e klbriKf'jcourts state.\ j.us Judges Hon |ettree VV Parker, Presiding Judge lion, lames H Chamblm, Chiel ludce Hon. Thomas D Horne Hon. Burke I Met ahtll Combined District Court (( rt’neral District Court - Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court) Larry Sherertz Sheriff Rappahannock County (540) 675-5.456 Fax: (540) 675-1441 Hours: 8:30 a m. To 4:40 p.m. Monday through Fnda\ Patricia M. Davis, C lerk; Donna C. Foster, Deputy Clerk I’O Box 2Ob. Washington VA 22747 Commonwealth's Attorney Peter M l.uke (^40) 675-44 LS fae: (i-IH| 674-4608 ru|’|Homiiv> earthhnk.net l\> Box 400, Washington \'A 22747 Juvenile Court Services t ourtliouse, 240 (.av St. Washington (440| o74-4 44g fax: (440) 674-14.41 Magistrates' Office 14 C Kruiepler, Magistrate 4111 Mount Salem Ace., Washington (440) 675-5385 We Add Magic to Your Gardens Beyond Beds & Borders -V* Designs & Consultations '"Installation ^Nature Friendly '•Garden Maintenance & Mulching £ Waters Landscaping For all your gardening & landscaping needs 540-987-8076 ' Ann & Jenny Waters 892 F. I. Valley Rd., Sperryville, VA 22740 Virginia Contractor's License

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J V Ice House Antiques & Fine Gifts Friday-Sunday 10-5 pm Private Showings by Appointment Located next to Heritage House B1S1B 291 Main Street in “Little” Washington 540-675-3207 888-819-8280 www.heritagehousebb.com j^mLssvitle In 1763, Lord lair fax granted land in this area to Joseph Amiss and Joseph Bavse. The early settlers were mostly English and French Huguenots. In 1810, when application was made for a post office for the community, there was much discussion and debate as to the name of the town, Amissville or Bayse. An election was held with anyone who owned land within a three-mile radius eligible to vote. Amissville won out over Bayse by one vote. Photo by Jeanne Spath Hackley’s Store in Amissville RappSnap Where can I find "scooped" ice cream and a good piece of pizza? Try Hackley's store in Amissville but not on a Sunday. They are among the few businesses that notably still honor Sunday as a day of rest. The Villages of Rappahannock Mi lor s Note: I hroughout this guide there will be brief descriptions of each of its villages and the lawn of Washington. They are accompanied by beautifully illustrated drawings which resemble woodcuts done by local architect and artist lorn lepper. I hey are available as notecards and separate prints. Tepper, a longtime Rappahannock resident, has a deep fondness for many of the structures that make up this county and that is evident in his meticulous renderings. Tom Tepper has a studio in his home located at 53 Laurel Oaks Lane in Castleton, Virginia. He may be reached at (340) 087-9870. Information about the villages came from the records of the Rappahannock Historical Society; Rappahannock County, Virginia, A History; Fact, Fiction, Foolishness and the Fairfax Story, by Flisabeth B. and C. F. Johnson Jr., 1981, Walsworth Publishing Company; and A Journey Through Flint Hill, VA, by Esther Kidwell and Arland Welch, 199.3, Bowling Green Press. Spiritual @a/ui SuppoJd (YYlini^ thioA ...providing support. eJueation.and a Biblical perspective to those who are ill. thing iinii hcrcitvcti iimi those who journey with them 76 West Shirley Avenue Warrenton, VA 20186 (near Fauquier Hospitaf) Spiritual Care Support w Ministries 540.349.5814 ChaplainLiz@aol.com www.scsm.tv Open 10 am to 2 pm Monday-Friday [2lh£L times by appointment) Reaching for a hand and touching a heart All services are free of charge • rifcjyspapers, 0 counties 'Tnues Community Newspap ll__^a^S^Ik34fZ-4<ijg2 Witn«^wft tiyja

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Education Nearby colleges and universities t Lord F~ ufax Community College A two-year public institution, with two campuses: Warren ton and Midd’etown. Lord Fairfax offers an array of associate degrees and certification programs, along with continuing education and work force training. They have dual enrollment with the local high schools. In partnership with Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Lord Fairfax is part of the Teletechnet program, offering four year degrees from ODU through local, onsite computer classes. Website: www.lf.vccs.edu Fauquier Campus: 6480 College Street, Warrenton, VA 20187; (540) 351-1514 Middletown Campus: 173 Skirmisher Lane, Middletown VA 22645; (800) 906-5322 < University of Mary Washington A nationally recognized, four-year residential liberal arts colleges 1301 College Avenue, Fredericksburg, VA 22401 Phone: (540) 654-1000 Web site: www.mwc.edu * Northern Virginia Community College Offers a two-year associate degree. 6901 Sudley Road, Manassas, VA 20109 Phone: (703) 257-6600 Web site: www.nv.cc.va.us ‘T^a.'jppahantiock (Zounty puttie £>cl\oots The Rappahannock County Public Schools’ vision Ls to provide schools that are 'second to none Our mission is to create a passion for lifelong leamir , and to graduate students who make significant contributions to society Dr. Robert Chappell r Superintendent of Schools Phone: (540) 987-8773 * Rappahannock County High School (Fully Accredited) 12576 LeeHwy., Washington, Va. 22747 (540)987-8575 Fax (540) 987-9331 * Rappahannock County Elementary School (Fully Accredited) 34 Schoolhouse Rd., Washington, Va. 22747(540) 987-8259 Fax (540)987-1130 * Rappahannock County School Board Office 6 Schoolhouse Rd., Washington, Va. 22747 (540) 987-8773 Fax (540) 987-88% E-mail Address DIV078(apen.kl2.va.us. Http://www.rappahannockkl2.va.us ‘Rappahannock CZounty School ^oatd Meets the second Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p m. at Rappahannock County High School, Washington, Va. John Wesley Mills, Chairman District Jackson (540) 937-7542 mills_wesley<®bah.com Term expires: December 31,2007 Aline Johnson, Vice-Chairman District Piedmont (540) 9&7-8720 Term expires: December 31, 2007 Rosa T. Crocker District Wakefield (540) 636-6854 You’re Invited! The Owners of the Motorcycle ' Factory • Jim Racer, Mark Spence, Marc Steagle and Shane Thompson - invite you to their Woodbridge shop where you’ll receive the Best Prices backed by the Best Service! 7 y MULE 3010 Trans4x4 ^;..; . —.-. Kawasaki Lei the good times roll. 3820 Prince William Pkwy. Woodbridge, VA 22192 Toll Free 1-866-583-9600 www.motorcyclefactoryinc.com huntlyWshentel.net Term expires: December 31, 2007 Meredith Gorfein District Hampton (540) 675-3515 gorfeinwearthlink.net Term expires: December 31, 2007 Ken Marl or District StonewaU-Hnvthome (540) 547-3974 klmarloitamsn.com Term expires: December31, 2007 *j^>7ivate Schools 4 Wakefield Countiy Day School Wakefield County Day School is a pre -school through twelfth grade college preparatory day school whose curriculum emphasizes scholarship in the classical tradition. We draw students and provide bus transportation from seven counties: Culpeper, Fauquier, Frederick, Rappahannock, Page, Shenandoah and Warren 1059 Zachary Taylor Highway, P.O Box 739, Flint Hill, Virginia 22627-0739 Contact Kathleen Grove, Headmaster or Kathie Russo (540)635-8555 krussoWshen telnet wwwwakefieldcds.org * Hearthstone School Pre-K through 12th Grade A Waldorf school, Hearthstone s curriculum is designed to nurture and educate the whole child, "head, heart and hands Children are encouraged to see meaning and purpose, not simply facts. Small classes provide quality, individualized instruction The philosophy of the school is influenced by the theones of Rudolf Steiner Learning takes place in an environment of compassion and safety. PO Box 247, Sperryville, VA 22740 Contact [’resident lane Mullan 540-487-9212 ww'w. hearthstone school.org infixiihearthstoneschixilorg * Mountain Laurel Montessori School at Belle Meade A small private schtxil for children in the seventh, eighth and ninth grades (12-15) The program integrates a dial lenging academic curriculum with practical work and community life on a farm The farm school operates under the auspices of the Mountain Laurel school in Front Royal, a Montessori school which teaches first through sixth grades. PO Box 102, Front Royal, VA 22few 1 8.40-4257 Email; mlml23«iearthlink.net Web page: www mountainlaurelmontessori.net 'TSaij (Za’ie/^jb'ieschooL * Child Care and Learning Center NAEYC (National Association tor the Education ot %oung Children) accredited The Center is the only nationally accredited daycare and preschool in the surrounding ten counties as well as the local contracted provider of Head Start. They have programs for infants, toddlers, two year olds, three to four year olds, prekindergarten and after school care. They provide full time summer camp for school age children, from 7:30 to 5:30, Monday through Friday, where they provide instruction in swimming and arts and crafts. Contact Rose Ann Sharp. 12763 Lee Highway, PO Box 520, Washington, VA 22747 540-675-3237; roseannsharpc4>aol.com <H.ome £>choolin$ in ‘Rappahannock If you wish to homeschool your child, you need to send a letter of intent each school year, before August 15. Contact Superintendent Dr. Robert Chappell at (540) 987-8773 or email: rchappellcarappahannock.kl2.va.us. Alternatively, if you wish to claim a religious exemption, contact die Board of Supervisors: Charles K. "Fete" Estes, Chairman (540) 987-8951. The Virginia Home Education Association also has many helpful resources, including guides to the necessary forms. Their website is: www.vhea.org Educational foundations * HEADWATERS fostering educational excellence... Mini-grants for Teachers, Farm-to-Table, the Starfish Mentoring Program, the Summer Enrichment Workshops for children, the RCPS Complimentary Staff Development Fund, and our newest program, Next Step. . .the Rappahannock College & Career Access Program are just some of the many programs that Headwaters sponsors. Your generous support helps to ensure that these and other programs continue to flourish, enriching the lives of the children of Rappahannixk County. Headwaters is a community sponsored and supported not-for-profit foundation. Headwaters Paige Ciximb, Executive Director PO. Box 448, Washington, VA 22747 (540) 675-1819 Email: headwtrsw^shentel.net Web page, www.headwatersfdn.org * Starfish Mentoring Program Ehis program offers one-on-one mentoring by trained adult volunteers to Rappahannock Count}' tor youth aged 6-18 years. Headwaters PO. Box 448, Washington, VA 22747 (540) 987-7204 Email: spydermountaintuyahoo.com Contact person: Carol Lucking, Program Coordinator t Scrabble School Preservation Foundation, Inc This foundation dix*s active fundraising to support the preservation of Scrabble School and to educate and inform the Rappahannock County public and Virginia public about African American history' of education in post-Civil War Virginia and the South. 174 Scrabble Road, Scrabble, VA 22716 President, Bob Lander (540) 987-8504 Email: kplandenuaol.com Blue Ridge Emporium Antiques 90+ Shops Mulit Dealers... “Year Round” Christmas Shop <> R«nuns full ot < hristnus Splendor iradition.il ( ountry Speeialt\ Ornaments Linens Gifts One Room Lull of Byers' Choice “the Carolkrs Sweet Memories «| Candy Shop Nostalgic* & Traditional Candies ,

Ballet Academy of Warrenton Classical Ballet • Russian Method • Vaganova Syllabus Professional Quality Artistic Instruction For The Finest In Dance Arts Education Ages 3 - Adult • Limited Class Size Individual Attention Creative Movement • Pre-Ballet • Acrobatics • Modem Broadway Jazz • Hip Hop • Tap • Conditioning for Dancers Linda Voelpel, M S , Director 28 Years Experience State of The Art Facility Two Studios, Both With Sprung Wood Floors & Glassless Mirrors 410 Rosedale Court, #120 www.ballet-academy.com _ 540-347-4011 KELLYS hi WBkiWm j ft y mm* Tiki 16589 Edwards Shop toad Fax (540) 399-9980 ^ Email kcUytfordinxi^aolroin

^LnvtionmentaL ^>toAta.n\s Rappahannock County residents are keen on preserving the scenic beauty that is Rappahannock County Nearly 20 percent of all land has been put into scenic easement Following ts a list of the private, non-profit environmental organizations that operate in Raprpahannock Count}/ ^Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection (RLEP) Its mission is the environmental protection of open space and the rural character of Rappahannock County and the preservation of natural and historic places, wildlife, ecosystems and farm economy Contact: Paul Farmer, President P.O Box 94 Washington, VA 22747 (540) 987-8759 Email: maik^rleporg Web page: www.rlep.org Rappahannock County Conservation Alliance (RCCA) Specializes in conservation easements and land preservation Contact: Sharon Pierce, President P.O. Box 116 Sperryville, VA 22740 (540) 987-9118 Email: rccal<$earthlink.net * Rappahannock Friends and Lovers of Our Watershed (RappFLOW) The mission of RappFLOW is to "Preserve, protect, conserve and restore water resources and watersheds in Rappahannock County." Contact: Beverly Hunter, Coordinator 130 Mossie Lane DERMATOLOGY-LAWRENCE J. FINKEL, M g| Board Certified Dermatologist Medical • Surgical Pediatric • Cosmetic Featuring Intense Pulse Light Therapy • Sate Quick, No Downtime.. • Sun Damage • Brown Spots • Rosacea • Acne • Small.Veins Certified Female Clinicians Available Amissvil'c, VA 20106 (540) 937-1744. Email: maikaTappflow.org Web page: www rappflow.org ^ Krebser Fund for Rappahannock County Conservation (KFRCC) Its mission is to provide a resource that can assist with conservation of critical properties in Rappahannock County It’s administered by the Piedmont Environmental Council. Fran Moore Krebser, Chair 69 Twin Post Lane Huntly, VA 22640 (540)631-0821 Email: fmoorewshentel.net * Piedmont Environmental Council (PEC) Headquartered in Warrenton, VA Christopher Miller, president (540) 347-2334 - Sarah Gannon Rappahanm>ck and Clarke Conservation Officer Sperrvville Field Officer (540) 987-9441 sgannonwpecva.org Photo by Richard Lykes The Rush River is one of several rivers that runs through Rappahannock. ^ Native Wildlife Rescue, IncSeves Rappahannock, Culpeper, Madison, Page, and Warren counties. Receives sick, injured, orphaned wildlife only Not permitted to trap healthy animals that some might consider a nuisance. Available tor advice in dealing with wildlife. Contact: Amo Merrit 5488 Sperryville Pike Boston, VA 22713 (340) 987-8431 * Rappahannock Animal Welfare League (RAWL) rheir mission is rescuing homeless dogs and helping pets stay in loving homes. They have a shelter at 164 Weaver Road in Amissville •and also^offer spay and neuter programs and rabies clinics. PO.Box 428 Washington, VA 22747 (540) 937-3283 Web page: www.rappahanncxkanimals.org SALLY L. MURRAY, D.O. Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine including Cranial Osteopathy Front Royal 540-635-4100 J

Wakefield Country Day School Preschool (Age 3) Through 12th Grade College Preparatory Day School Scholarships are Available for Prep School Founded in 1972, Wakefield Country Day School (WCDS) is a pre-school through twelfth grade college preparatory day school whose curriculum emphasizes scholarship in the classical tradition, and whose mission is to develop each student's character and intellect to its fullest potential. Our challenging academic curriculum, taught in a nurturing environment, encourages scholarship, diligence, self-discipline and respect for others. We pride ourselves on offering an education designed to produce students who can write well, who possess strong critical thinking skills, and who are motivated by a high sense of ethical responsibihty. WCDS enrolls international students and offers numerous AP and elective courses and enrichment opportunities (e.g. Drama, Debate, Key Club, Publications, Junior Classical League, Model OAS/United Nations). Annually, we host art exhibits, musical performances, a Medieval Banquet, and International Day. WCDS participates in the Delaney Athletic Conference, fielding teams in soccer, volleyball, basketball, tennis and cross-country. 100% of WCDS graduates receive college acceptance and go on to some of the finest colleges ana universities in the nation. Wakefield students consistently rank well above the national average in SAT scores, generally scoring between 1200 and 1400. In 2005, our twelve WCDS graduates were offered over $900,000 in merit scholarships and in 2003, of the seven students who applied to the University of Virginia, all seven were accepted. QUESTION: Where do Students - • Begin foreign language study, art, and music at age 3 • Take at least two years of Latin • Study grammar, vocabulary, literature and composition two periods every day • All receive acceptance letters to college • Participate in weekly assemblies that include an invocation, pledge, song, varied programs • Take part in events such as Model United Nations, and Junior Classical League,- win national awards • Play sports throughout middle and high school • Receive individual attention in small, structured classes • Wear uniforms every day, dress uniforms for assemblies • Stand when nn adult enters the classroom ANSWER: At Wakefield Country Day School, where students receive a classical education for the twenty-first century! At WCDS students learn to respect others and feel respected. Older students are taught that they are to act as role models for the younger ones. - Jeff Leser, Front Royal parent WCDS provides a safe environment that truly fosters development - both individually and academically. Wakefield challenges students to meet their full potential and provides every possible assistance to help them achieve their goals. - Allison Russo, 2006 WCD.S is instrumental in developing students who are respectful, polite, and self-confident. Students here excel academically, but also there is a camaraderie‘and support among them that is unique. - Lorraine Duisit, French teacher People are really nice and welcoming to new students. Also, small classes give you an oppportumty to learn more and get individual attention from the teacher. - Song-Yi Chang, Korean Exchange Student Wakefield Country Day School 1059 Zachary Taylor Highway, Flint Hill, 540-635-8555 • www.wakcfieldcds.org • Admissions e-mail: gleser@shentel.net WCDS is situated about ninety minutes outside Washington, DC. on a 12-acre campus in scenic Rappahannock County We draw students and provide bus transportation from eight counties in Northern Virginia: Culpeper. Fauquier, Frederick, Rappahannock. Page, Prince William, Shenandoah and Warren WCDS is accredited by the Virginia Independent School Association whose accreditation process has been approved by the Virginia Council tor Private Education Committee on Accreditation, as authorized by the Virginia State Board of Education WCDS is a non-profit tax exempt corporation under Section 501 (0 (3) of the Internal Revenue Service code We admit students without regard to race religion sex or'national origin

.YA. tuumuiumiuminmimnm (Zkestet The town was originally called Happy Creek Gap, from the name ot the stream which rises here and flows through Front Royal. The name was changed to Chester 's Gap in the 1700s, after Capt. John Chester bought a tract of land on the west side in what is now Warren County. The town was referred to as Chester Gap in the journals of soldiers who had to march over the mountain during the Civil War There were two settlements in Chester Gap, one called Williamsburg, for the number of families who lived here * with the name Williams, and the other called Chester Gap. In I0>4, w'hen a post office was desired, it was thought this would be more easily accomplished it there was one name, and it was agreed that the new name would be Chester Gap. Looking down from Waterfall Lane as you approach the town of Chester Gap. All I want is a room with a viewU Whether you are buying, selling, or just have a question about real estate, Betsy knows Rappahannock and the surrounding area and would be delighted to assist you. Betsy offers exemplary customer service and marketing that works for you! And, yes, this is the view from the great room at one of Betsy’s satisfied real estate client’s Rappahannock homes. Sietdtf (freest SKilte realtor® RE/MAX REGENCY Call Betsy at her home office in Rappahannock: 937-7902 or outside Rappahannock: toll-free at 877-818-9951 www.greenhiile.com ni Each office independently owned and operated wfegWBa«eaaB»>g»wwe»i>BtfiwpiwBBKaBBBHHBaMMWiHHBBaBaBieagt¥-sg Alex Sharp Graduate of the Realtors' Institute I “Representing purchasers and sellers of fine | properties in Rappahannock County and | surrounding areas.” J As a 30 year resident of Rappahannock 1 County, a farmer and an active member of the | community, I bring a great depth of knowledge | about the area, the land and the people. 1 * Farms, Land, Homes, Commercial, Rentals * Visit my web site at www.AlexSharpRealtor.com to * See current listings. * Search the Multiple Listing Service. * Learn more about me and what I can do for you. Or contact me at: 540-675-3887 (Home) 540-219-4425 (Cell) AlexSharp57@aol.com (email) Thomas and Talbot Real Estate for over 35 years has stau"ched suPPorter of scenic easements, and a leader in the marketing and selling of the finest properties in the region. r THOMAS AND TALBOT REAL ESTATE MIDDLF.BliRG, VIRGINIA 20118 LAND AND ESTATE AGENTS SINGE 1967 Til l'PHONrj54».(rf>7-t).S1M) Mi lkO 70.1-47S-K180 Exclude k.SitLl’3.1 Member .»| Uk National I rust I.m IIisLmk.iI M,v<r Real I state Program WWW. I'honnis-1 .ilbot , om

Photo courtesy of RAAC Diamond pendant by Christopher Goodine Photo by Richard Lykes “Under the Maple Tree" by Janet Brome Rappahannock News Staff Photo/ Randy Litzinger I Glassblower (Eric Kvarnes in his studio Photo by Richard Lykes Beautiful blue glass bubbles 'V ot Lon’q View Gallery Photo courtesy . “Beet Brothers by John Corrao* - Photo .courtesy ot Long View Gallery “Coneflowers" by Nancy Keyser Photo by Linda rieimstra Davette Leonard r.h. ballard art • rug • home <Fri*ck ()AcguArA 'fabildoiks & JjlMMS £>U'fO\?tAH. 'StAA'lUg, 'foblt, '3Mk, JsA.oAc<a & Axti^ut 'Kugs - IjdcM, K.cgiomAl, UttV»CAtioK>l & Ovi^iMl ''Prints “jAost £)CWAorMnAvV) v^koppin^ in 'KA{7(7AkAH.OCk.{" 307 Main St. Washington, va. 540.675.1411 www.rhbARTS.com Open Daily • 10-6

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O Adams Custom SlaughterThe Adams family raises corn-fed beef by the half or whole, and also by the piece. They also sell bacon, scrapple and homemade sausage. At 27 ^fazms, Orchards and A) urseties Note that due to the seasonal nature of these businesses, call ahead to confirm hours and products available U S. 211 on Route 642), Amissville; call (540) 937-4707; e-mail: infcx®mistymountainfarm.com © Moore's Orchard Shurgen Lane (3 miles north from U.h. 211 on South Poes Road (Route 645), Amissville; call (540) 937-7497. OAmissville Nursery A little bit of everything in the greenhouse, including bedding plants and magnificent poinsettias at Christmas. Waterford Road, off Route 642, Amissville; call (340) 037-4333 for hours. OBearly Dairy Goats Sue Garvin and Ben Rupchis have high quality Alpine dairy goats for milk production, showing, meat, or pets. We are happv to show our goats to interested persons, small groups, and especially children. Year round bv appointment. 00 Rolling Road,Sperryvilie; Route 681, 4 miles south of SperrvviHe off Route 231; call (340) 987*7206; e-mail: garv in<« crosslink.net. ©Cherries-On-Top Orchards Garv Sellers has spectacular views of the county from his hilltop pick-vour-ow n cherrv orchard. I leven varieties including white Rainier and Roval Ann. Grinton Road (off Route 641). Flint Mill; call (703)843-1160. OComucopia Farm Beautiful white doves art* available April-October for spectacular release at weddings, graduations, funerals, and special events. Visits bv appointment only. Call (340) 673-2336. e-mail: merheincashentel.net , w w w virginiadoves.com. ©Country Gardens Margerv Manuli has fresh and dried lavender, lavender honev and a terrific herbes de Provence mix. MidNlav to October: 3S9 South Poes Road (Route 637; 2.3 miles from U.S. 211), Amissville; call (340) 937-3820. O Eastwoods Nurseries The premiere source of Japanese maples on the East Coast. By appointment only; 634 Long Mountain Road. Washington; call (340) 675-1234, fax 675-3114, maplestfija panesemaples.com, vvw wjapanesemaples.com. O Evergreen Etc. A small nursery specializing in rhododendrons with companion plants, evergreen trees and Christmas trees. Thanksgiving-Christmas; 283 Rock Mills Road (Route 622), Woodville; call (340) 937-3850; e-mail evrgreen(f* mnsinc.com ©Goat Hill Organic Farm & Nursery John Burns produces heirloom tomatoes and fresh-cut culinary and medicinal herbs, edible Bowers, plus pick-vour-own black and red currants, gooseberries, Chnstabella's, raspberries and blackberries. The nursery has perennials in 3-inch pots to 2-gallon containers, and a broad spectrum of ferns, annuals and vegetable plants in season. At 363 Tiger Valley Road (Route 626 off U.S. 211, first house on right), Washington; call (340) 675-3982. 0 Heritage Springs Orchard Steve and Victoria Miller grow over 34 apple varieties that were popular before 1900. Some trace their origin to Roman times, others were common to colonial America and 17th-century Europe, still others were the choice in Victorian America. At 14847 Lee Highway, Amissv ille; call (340) 937-4298; e-mail; 1 leritage \pples<« hotmail.com. HomeResources” ■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ Fhe^//'^-'every no me can use • Energy'Audits • Energy Saver Elome* • Free Water Eleater Repair • HomeGuard* Surge Protection • Individual Outage Notification • REC Electrical Services • Rappahannock Security Services • SureSaVer ihnmf healing#* tooling guaranirrl • Water Heater Replacement • World Wide. Link Internet Access 800.851.3275 / www.myrec.coop C Rappahannock Electric Cooperative A Touchstone Energy’ C'-oopcrutive 7^"^ OHigh Places Orchards Ed Strcapy has pick-your-own apples, (14 varieties) including Granny Smith and Ginger Gold, as well as peaches, nectarines and plums. Picnic by the pond with a view of Rattlesnake Mountain. At 121 Winesap Lane (off Route 662; 1/2 mile from U.S. 522), Flint Hill; call (540) 635-5537. OJenkins Orchard Pull up to the green and white packing shed for the Jenkins' family's fresh-picked apples (16 types including Rambo and Blacktwig). From their 50-acre orchard come peaches (12 tvpes, white and yellow), pears (6 types) and nectarines. At 355 Yancey Road (Route 621), Woodvilie; call (540) 987-8102 ©Lazy S Llama Ranch About 40 llamas in assorted ages, colors, and si/es. See how smart, social, friendly and clean these animals are. Great alternative to traditional livestock. Sales, boarding and breeding; 3166 Waterford Road, Amissville (Route 611, off Route 642). Call (540) 9377437 or e-mail: 1.lamaswerols.com, www.la/vsllamaranch.com. © Lee's Orchard These farms have been in the Lee familv since th 1880s. The farm on U.S. 211 has pick-vour-own and fresh-picked apples (28 kinds) including Mbemarle Pippin, Jonagold and Mutsu, plus hard-to-find quince, peaches and pears. In the tall the Lees feature cider, honey and pumpkins. At 65 Orchard Lane (on U.S. 211), Washington; call (540 ) 675-3201 (apple shed), (540) 675-3178 or (540) 675-3558. ©Long Mountain Nursery Long Mountain grows 3(H) varieties of evergreen and deciduous azaleas, all in containers, plus 50 hosta and 50 day'lily varieties. They sell to premier garden centers in the metropolitan area. Retail hours coincide with the peak a/alea bloom season. At 488 l ong Mountain Road (Route 62b), Washington; call 540-6755707; e-mail sandy** longmountainnurserv. com. O Manor Farm A family ow ned and operated cow-calf-beef cattle operation. Walking paths are available. U S. 211.2 miles west ot Washington. V isitors welcome tree bv appointment at no charge. C all Momra Rifaat at (540) 987-8613; e-mail, momra *'manortarm.us. O Misty Mountain Farm & Blue Ridge Yarns A hand spinning and weaving workshop offering classes and supplies for the fiber arts. Summer and weekend classes tor children and special sessions tor home schoolers. Supplies tor knitting, felting and natural dyeing. Finn sheep, l incoln sheep, angora goats , and llamas At 154 Quail Call l ane (2 2 miles south of Stop at Louis Moore's farm for freshpicked apples (nine types including Ozark Gold and Arkansas Black); peaches (five types, white and yellow); plums; sweet cherries; peppers and heirloom tomatoes. Also: Local honey from Admiral's Apiary. Open daytime, bring containers. At 630 Fodderstack Road (Route 628), Washington; call (540) 675-3553. O Muskrat Haven Farm Manfred and Etta Call have pick-your-own and freshpicked strawberries, blueberries, black and red raspberries, blackberries and pumpkins in addition to apples and yellow peaches. At season's peak. Muskrat has heirloom tomatoes, melons and sweet com. Reserve a fresh-dressed rabbit 24 hours in advance. At 20 Cedarbreak Lane (on U.S. 211), Amissville; call (540).937-5892; farm stand (540) 937-5191. ©Over Jordan Farm Bill and Linda Dietel offer custom-slaughtered whole lamb from their 200-acre sheep farm on the Jordan River; 15 Over Jordan Farm Lane (off Route 629), Flint Hill; call (540) 675-3826. O Persimmon Springs Farm & Nursery Bud and Donna Bruce specialize in quafitv flowering shrubs, retail and wholesale, plus landscape design and consulting services. Appointments any time; 69 Beat Wallow Road (Route 663); call (540) 675-3183; £rsi nspgsto shentel. net © Roy's Orchard & Fruit Market Roy and Janet Alther have strawberries, cherries, blueberries, peaches, nectarines, plums, blackberries, pears, apples and pumpkins, in that seasonal order, plus fresh vegetables. At 64 Old Hollow Road, Sperrv ville; call (540) 98r-8636. OSunnyside Farms F.stablished in 1720, it is among the oldest working ♦ arms in America. Located.on over 500 acres and certified organic, they farm and ranch Wagvu cattle without hormones, sub-therapeutic antibiotics, pesticides i>r herbicides. Farms tours bv appointment. Washington; call (540) 675-2627. O Sunset Hills Farm Betty and Leon Hutcheson make their own specialty gourmet products brandied peaches, dillv beans, and 35 others — in their own cannerv. Mums in the tall and gift baskets to order, all with a spectacular view. Pailv, but call first. At 105 Christmas Free Lane (oft C.S. 211), Washington; call (540) W-KS04 or (K00) 9602"*60; tarmpeacht"aol.com, www.sunsethillsfarm.com O Touchstone Farm Purebred C lun Forest Sheep. Whole or half lamb packages plus whole spring lamb and special orders. 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rRipp^lumnock (Sountu j'l’ie Si TRescue (ZompanLes C Amissville Volunteer Fire Department (Company 3) 14711 Lee Highway Amissvilie » (540) 937-5125 CCastleton Community Volunteer Fire Company (Company 5) 593 Castleton View Road Castiett»n (540)9374110 C Chester Gap Fire Department (Company 9) 42 Waterfall Road Chester Gap <340/ b35-54K2 C Flint Hill Volunteer Fire Department (Company 4) Wi Foddt-rstack Road Flint Hill (540 675-3286 C Sperryville Rescue Squad (Company 7) i2 Nlain Street Sperrvville (MO) 987-8085 (Sperryville Volunteer Fire. Department (Company 2) 11*171 Lee Highway SperryMlle (340) 9*7-* 124 (Washington Volunteer Fire Department (Company 1) 10 Firehouse Lane Washingtt <n ' 540 > t>7VjW>l 3 P-otc Zi; 3-cra.'-: On the way to Williams Orchard Farms From Page 30 Spring lamb March May, regular packages August October Bv appointment r rdcr :r >rri the »'•: Hill, call (540) 9T7-f>124, www t ouch stonef arm r»r'g OWaterpenny Farm Erie Plaksm and Rachel Bynum grow vegetables, melons, flowers and purr.pk.r-s w.tNx;* from the orchard and pumpkins in the faH C SA shares available At i-ee ri.grI’^av t» " -1 * call (540) 987 H5f>7 t Scerr*.'- .He OWest Wind Farm ______ Cwen Hays and Clyde Humphrey train llamas tur car'in^, ■>ho*:r(y ye r.r.T- y’-ar-^-r^ Te'iT* ■ .c* i206 Richmond Road. ( astleton. call tvlO) 917 V44. jpwerandclv de^yurr ard net -e?rwtn<—arras .*i i stead com , ' O Williams Orchard Family owned and operated orchard and farm offers vegetables ard narura. ductng quahtv fruit and vegetable's At T Williams farm t-are r: R.-ure - : H the SiiSe Ov 21’ lo-I >4»' • W.R. Welch 4c Sons, Mountain View Farm W ith farrr.s in Huntley and Hint Hill, the Welches •*•!! rusf^rn^r.rviirec: grafted ^arr.e ^ ^22 north of Flint Hill just past Wakefield School, call '540, '^r~^ r jr ^ “or' The information or. lc*al farms was bated >jt< material frurr. f .•Cesear-T. --srC.-te ir?«-rd L ' We o^er landscaping and compie'e awn maintenance 10-r years o* dependapie quairry serv ce m your neghoornood Mulching, Pruning, Planting, Fertilization and Snow Removal Family Owned & Goercred • Can Jeff for a Free Estimate 540-34^-5*51 •540-137-27*0 Ask aoo^* our year"/ connac^ 4 ‘em^zcrcm cans.

^tint d~{ilL The town of Flint Hill was established on March 27, 1843, bv an act of the General Assembly of the Commonwealth of Virginia, 10 years after Rappahannock County was formed from an area that was previously a part of Culpeper County. Prior to that, a post office had been established for the community in 1823. Several theories have arisen as to the origin of the name. It is known that there was a family in the vicinitv bv the name of FI inn, and records also indicate a family with the last name of Flynt - although neither of these names were listed among the trustees of Flint Hill, named in the act that established the town. The most prevalent theory ts that the town was named for the white rock that is found throughout this area, which, in fact, is quart/., but is known bv many as flint. vjjELCOAf/r FLINT HILL i Dorian Matthews, a senior at Wakefield Country Day School, designed and crafted the new village sign on both the north and south sides of Flint Hill. Pictured here erecting the new sign in June 2005 are left to right: Charles Crawford, Josh Bywaters, Matthew Bywaters, Dorian Matthews, Opie Crawford, Roger \ Pierson and \ Dwight Matthews. Photo by Richard Lykes RappSnap Where can I have fun with facts? Try trivia night at The Griffin Tavern in Flint Hill every Thursday evening. They even have trivia tournaments and local musicians play regularly. )~fcuv& ia OLO VWvfL t$Us h£M)bs? Your local Farmers' Co-ops of Culpeper, Marshall, Warrantor!, Remington, Maurertown and Rappahannock are now operating under a new name — CFC Farm & Home Center. We want to let everyone know that we are more than just a quality feed store. CFC Farm & Home "Centers service everyone. If you need it our.sales people will not only take the time to help you find it, but they'll also answer your questions on how to use it With six locations, there is always a CFC Farm & Home Center close by to help you take care of all those things you need for your farm, garden and home. Stop in today and see the service difference of a company that has been locally owned and operated since 1932 Things you need from people you know! Your Family of Co-ops now has a new name! Culpeper Marshall Warrenton 540.825 7700 540.564.1533 540 3477100 kerrun'gton Maurertown Rappahannock 540 4 39 3 754 6404595304 5409878665 Blalock Cycl YAMAHA Es» i»w Celebrating 20 Years in Warrenton, VA A full service motorcycle dealership, from routine maintenance to overhauls, from ATVs to snowblowers. • Motorcycles • Dirt Bikes • Side by Sides i • Snowblowers • Generators • ATVs lalock Cycle, "Home of the Coum 540347-4591 • 800725-4591 170 Lee Highway, Warrenton, V, www.blalockcycle.com • blalock.cy

&)ov eminent ^)ovetnment S> U.S. Senators Sen. John W. Warner (R) 225 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington, D C 20510 (202) 224-2023 Sen. George Allen (R) 104 Russell Senate Office Building Washington, D C 20510 (202) 224-4024 • U.S. Congressman Rep. Eric Canto (R) Washington, D.C Office 32V Cannon Building Washington, D C 20515 Phone (202) 225-2815 Fax; (202) 225-0011 Richmond, VA Office 5040 Sadler Place a 110, Glen Allen, VA 23060 ' Phone: (804) 747-1073 Fax: (804) 747-5308 Culpeper; VA Office 763 Madison Rd, *207, Culpeper, VA 22701 Phone: (5441) 825-8V60 Fax: (540) 825-8964 ITY/TDD (For the Hearing Impaired): 1-800-828-1120 To email: Go to website: http://www.govemor. Virginia. go\7Contac6email_form.html * State Government Governor Mark R. Warner (D) Executive Office Building, 3rd Floor 1111 East Broad Street Richmond, Virginia 23219 Phone (804) 786-2211 F»c (804) 371-6351 Et Governor Tun Kaine (D) 900 E Main St., Suite 100, Richmond, VA 23219 Phone: (804) 786-20768 Fax: (804) 786-7514 Attorney General Judith Jagdmaim Regional Office: V\estem Regional Office 2947 Peters Creek Road, Roanoke, VA 24019 Contact: Kathy Hayden Terry, Community Outreach Coordinator (540) 562-3570 E-mail: maiW>ag state va us lyii^inia. <3)cnefii\L T^ssemUii • House of Delegates Delegate Allen L Louderback (R), 15th District (Louderhack will not be seeking re-election) Cwneral Assembly Building I'O Box 40b, Richmond, VA 3231S Phone: iXtW)b9b-lt)15 Fax: (S04) 786-6310 Constituent Viewpoint: (800) 889-0228 Entail: Del Louderbackw house state va us District Office D31 t )ld banns Road, Lurav, VA 22833 Phone: (340) 743-7b44 Fax: (340) 743-1201 • Virginia Senate Marit D. Obenahain (R), 26th District ^•nate ot Virginia I’O Box 3^6, Richmond, VA 232IK Phone: (804) 698-7526 Fax: (804)698-7651 Constituent Hotline (H00) 889-0229 (When in Session) E-mail: district26‘«,sov.state .va. us District Office I’O Box 555, Harrisonburg, VA 22803 Phone: (340)437-3126 Fax:(540)437-3134 • County Government County Administrator John W. McCarthy III Phone: (540) 675-5330 Fax: (540) 675-5331 |wm.«shentel net • Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors Mtvts the first Mondav of everv month at 2 p m ror general business, and 7 p m lor public hearings NUvtmgs are,held at the Courthouse in Washington, Omits K. “Pete* Estes, Chairman District Piedmont Phone: (540) *87-8951 Robert P. Anderson, Vice-Chairman District StonewaU-Hawthome Phone: (>40) 987-8206 roberanderHwaol.com Ronald L. Frazier District Jackson Phone: (540) 937-5483 Roger A. Welch District Wakefield Phone: (540) 675-3886 roger welchwgefanuc com S. Bryant Lee District Hampton Phone:(540)675-3178 <% Clerk of the Circuit Court Diane Bruce Phone: (540) 675-5350 Fax: (540) 675-5351 • Clerk of General District and JDR Courts Patricia M Davis Phone: (540) 675-5356 Fax: (540) 675-1431 • Commonwealth's Attorney Peter H. Luke Phone: (540) 675-5338 Fax (510) 675-3698 rappcomnva'earthlink net ■® Commissioner of Accounts Douglas K. Baumgardner Phone:(540)675-3617 Fax:(540)675-3225 I1 Commissioner of Revenue Beveriy S. Atkins Phone: (540) 675-5370 Fax (540) 675-5371 S Health Department 441 Mam Street PO Box 5, Washington. Va 22747 • Environmental Health Official (Health Inspector) Medge Carter Phone; (540) 675-3518 • Building Official Richie V. Burke Phone: (540) 875 5340 Fax (540) 875-5341 rapco41 l'uadelphia net • Social Services Director Beverty Leathers Phone (5-40) 875 .'013 Fax (540) o75-3315 • Library Director David Shaffer Phone (540) 875-3780 Fax (5-40) 8/5-12V0 • E-911 Coordinator Richie V. Burke Phone (540)675-5310 Fax (540) (>75-5341 rapco91 1 aadelphia.net • Magistrate D.C Knuepfer Phone (540)875-5385 Fax (540) 675-5388 • Emergency Services D.C Knuepfer Phone (540) 675-5387 'Fax (540) 875-5386 • Sheriff Larry Sherertz Phone (540) 675-5300 Fax (540).675-5301 rcbhentf*5 varthlmk.net • Registrar Nancy S. Newlin Phone >540) 875-5380 Fax (540) b75-5381 -»> See GOVT., P3ge 34 300 Broadview Ave. Warren ton, VA • 540*341-8663 (Next to Warrenton Plaza) 560 James Madison Hwy. Culpeper, VA 22701 540-829-9052 d v rr\ _ V* take customer service PERSONALLY As Needed: • Lubricate chassis • Check & fill transmission/ transaxle fluid • Check & fill differential fluid • Check & fill power steerig fluid • Check & fill windshield washer fluid • Check & fill battery water • Inflate tires to proper pressure Styuvtune SenviceF Includes: • Change oil with up to 5 quarts • Install new oil filter • Check air filter Check wiper blades • Vacuum interior floors • Wash exterior windows Check brake fluid level Open 7 Days A Week Mon.- Thu. 8-7, Fri: 8-6, Sat. 8-5, Sun. 10-4

Govt. From Page 33 • Treasurer Frances A. Faster Flume: (340) 675-5360 Fax: (540) 675-5361 • School Superintendent Dr. Robert Chappell Phone: (510) 987-8773 • School Board For a listing of School Board members, see Page 22 ® Rappahannock County Planning Commission Meets the third Wednesday of each month at 730 p.m. at the Courthouse in Washington, Va. Charles W. Slrittulatter. Chairman Phone: (540) 364-4535 cloreviai'i'erols.com Raymond L Brown, Sc, Vke Chairman Phone (540) .937-5427 Alvin F. Henry Jt Phone (540) 675-3490 (home) Phone (540) 347-7826 (office) Thomas F. Junk Phone (540) 987-8617 dzjtfjM’wmconnect.com Thomas F. Tepper Phone (540) 987-9876 Alexander Sharp Phone:(540)675-3887 alexsharp57«iaol com Ronald L. Frazier Phone (540) 937-5983 # Board of Zoning Appeals Meets the fiturth Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Courthouse ill Washington, Va. Robert I-Weinberg, Chairman Phone (540) 547-3093 Charles K. 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Box 7, Washington, Va. 22747 Phone: (540) 675-3128 Fax: (540) 675-1742 Washington vat'Jvarthlink. net • Town Attorney John Bennett Phone: (540) 823-3838 • Town Planning Commission Mivts the fourth Monday of each month at 7.3ft p m at the down 1 fall in Washington, Va Gary Schwartz, Chairman Plume (Md) 6753207 Jean Goodine Phone i MO) 675 1M3 Robert Bland Phone (MO) 6751 113 Mitzi Young Phone (MO) 675-3555 • Washington Architectural Review Board Meets the second Ihursdav of each month at 7:30 p m at down Hall in Washington. Va. Edward Barton, Chairman Phone (540) 675-3533 Donna Kevis Phone (540) 67532H8 Patrick O'Connell Phone (540) 675.3N01 Charlie Kevia Phone 1540) 6751237 Susan Babcock Phone 15401 »i75-] h l n ® Virginia Department of Transportation James Williams, Superintendent VDOT RappahanruKk Area Headquarters 12 Flatwood Road, Washington, Va. 22747 Phone: (540) 987-8939 ® Virginia Cooperative Extension Kenner P Love, Extension Agent 311 Gay Street Washingtoa Va. 22747 Phone: (540) 675-3619 klovetnvt.edu ® Water & Sewer Authority Meets the first Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m at the Courthouse in Washington, Va. Eugene Leggett, Chairman Phone: (540) 675-1133 Charles K. "Pete" Estes, Vice Chair Phone: (540) 987-8951 Daniel Keyset Treasurer Phone: (540) 987-8471 Alexander Sharp Phone: (540) 675-3887 alexsharp57waol.com Amissville 20106 Phone (540) 937-5777 Boston 22713 Phone (540) 547-3474 Flint Hill 22627 Phone (540) 675-3430 Spenyville 22740 Phone 1540) 987-8388 Washington 22747 Phone (540) 675- 3881 • Animal Shelter Irt) Weaver Road. Anussville, Va. 20106 Phone: (^)) 937-3336 7Zccudi>u} and laan 'T^isposat <§ County Landfill IT»c RappahanntK'k Countv l.andtill accepts commercial and residential waste and recvclables. I'ires an* taken tor a nominal tee. Computer hardware is recycled tor a tee as well. Open Monday-Saturday 7:30 ’ 5:30, Closed Sunday 168 Weaver Road, Anussville, Va. 20106 Phone: (540) 937-3337 • Flatwood Recycling Centex Accepts Household trash and recvclables. There ls also a covered area tor items to be given away Open Wednesday-Thursday 7-7, FriSundav 9-7, Closed Monday--Tuesday 15 Flatwood Road, Washington, Va 22747 Phone: (540) 987-8985 • Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services Board Helen Williams Ierm expires January 1, 2007 Roberta Anderson Term expires IXvember 31. 2007 Kaye J. Kohler Form expires January 1.2007 § Rappahannock County Public Libiaiy David Shaffer, Director 4 Library Road, Washington, Va. 22747 Phone (540) 675-3780 library Board Peter Little Phone (540) 937-3294 John T. Feeney Phone (540) 987-1121 Sherri Woodard Phone (540) 987-8546 Louise Van Dort Phone (540) 987-8411 Marie Davis Phone (540) 675-3313 James Gannon Phone: (5-10) 987-9538 James Oyster Phone: (540) 937-1800 Charlotte Nichols Phone: (540) 875-3500 John W. McCarthy Phone ( 540) 875-5330 ® Farmland Protection Committee Monira Rifaat Charlie Sher Ah in Henry Phil Irwin Bryant Lee * Rappahannock Historical Society Donna Fisher, Office Manager 328 C»av Street, Washington, V'a 22747 Phone (540) 675-1163 * Rappahannock Recreational Facility Authority John W. McCarthy, m. Chairman Phone (540) 875-5330 jwm ">honti4 not • Voting Information Registrar Nancy S. Newlin Rappahannock County has six voting prounds. To find out where you are to vote, call or write the Rappahannock Countv Voter Registration Office. Phone: ( 540) 675-5380 P.O. Box 236, Washington, VA 227470236. You can also check online at: www.sbe.state va. us • Polling Places Washington: Washington Fire Hall, oft Middle St (business 211) Amissville: Ainissville Fire Hall, Route 211 Sperryville: Sperryville Fire Flail, Route 211 Scrabble: Mt Lebanon Baptist Church, Route 522, south of WtxKiville Chester Gap: Chester Gap Fin.* 1 iall, Route 610 Flint Hill: Flint 1 lill Fire Hall, Route 641 near intersection with Route 522 Electoral Board Members: Secretary: Raymond L Brown (l\*nuxrat) Chairman: 1 Christopher Parrish (Republican) Vice Chairman: Frances Schroeder (1 ViruHTJtl

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Although there are no hospitals in Rappahannock County, there are several excellent facilities in nearby counties. O Fauquier Hospital Breaking new ground Fauquier Hospital is an 86-bed acute care hospital serving this rural and suburban community. Established in 1954 by a group of community volunteers, Fauquier Hospital is a not-for-profit community hospital fully accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Care Organizations. It remains independently operated, and governed by a volunteer board of trustees. As the only hospital in neighboring Fauquier County, Fauquier Hospital provides a full array of innovative diagnostic and treatment capabilities. Patient care areas include two medical-surgical nursing units, an intensive care unit ICC-CCU, Family Birthing Center, five-room surgical suite, plus emergency, outpatient special procedures, cardio-pulmonary, interventional radiology, physical medicine and rehabilitation, and medical imaging and diagnostics departments. From''its hilltop campus, Fauquier Hospital is the central hub of medical care in the area. The present facility' was built in 1957 and has grown with several expansion projects, the most recent being the current $50 million dollar, hospital-wide renovation, which began in 2003. Tlie most notable changes patients have seen since then occurred with the opening of the five-storv Tower in January 2004 and the west w ing vertical expansion in March 2005. The hospital now houses a new 10 bed ICU/CCU, outpatient procedures department, cardio-pulmonary gym, infusion center, conference center, a health resource center, a chapel and a gift shop. All patients now enjoy private rooms with Internet d-ieaLtkccac connections and overnight accommodations for a guest. The new Bistro on the Hill restaurant, serves freshly prepared food and is open around the clock, seven days a week and its patrons are not only patients and hospital employees. With a menu that toasts Mongolian barbecue, oven-baked pizza made on site, fresh pastriesfalso prepared on -site), salads, sandwiches, a pasta bar, and home style lunches that vary daily, the Bistro is a destination restaurant for the whole county. Construction of this ambitious makeover will conclude in early fall 2005, with the complete renovation of all other existing departments and the opening of the new Family Birthing Center. Also slated for completion by 2(X)3 are a new Restorative Garden and Bistro veranda dining. Personal patient care ^ In May 2000, Fauquier Hospital joined the Planetree Alliance and today, boasts a patient-triendly environment that has been redefined by the philosophy of Planetree founder, Angelica Thieriot. The hospital's Planetree steering committee provides guidance to ten work teams that meet monthly to address such issues a communication, patient and family education, environment, staff recognition, spirituality and pet therapy. Fauquier Hospital is located at 500 Hospital Dr»ve, Warrenton, VA 20186 Phone number: (540) .347-2550Web site:, www.fauquierhospial.org Physician Referral: (540) 549-0588 l ifeline: A monitored telephone link to the emergency department; details are av ailable by calling (540) 3490531. O Warren Memorial Hospital 1000 N. Shenandoah Ave Front Royal, VA 22630 540-636-0300 www.valleyhealthlrnk.com Warren Memorial Hospital, a nonprofit community hospital, has served residents of Front Royal, Warren County and surrounding areas since 1951. The hospital has 196 licensed beds, including Lynn Care Center, the adjt^ning 120-bed long-term care facility. Warren Memorial Hospital is committed to improving the health of the larger com muni tv through injury and illness prevention, early diagnosis, medical and surgi- , cal treatment, rehabilitation, and ongoing support. The hospital offers 24-hour emergency care, women's care, occupational health, wellness services, cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, physical rehabilitation, home health care, and diagnostic imaging, including a new 16-slice CT Scanner and mobile MRI. In 2002, Lynn Care Center opened a new 96-bed replacement facility, including a 26-bed unit for residents with Alzheimer's disease and dementia. The building is made up of small nursing units, creating home-like neighborhoods with shared family-stvle activity and living spaces. The facility's second phase, a 24-bed unit for short-stay patients needing rehabilitation or skilled nursing care, opened in the fall of 2003, In 1999, Warren Memorial became an affiliate of Planetree, a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating patient-centered care in healing environments. The hospital has made a number of changes, including bedside meal,service, comfortable gathering spaces for patients and families, a healing garden, aquariums, fountains, plants, and a pet visitation program. Since 1993, the hospital has been part of Valley Health, a nonprofit regional organization of health care providers including Winchester Medical Center, * Shenandoah Memorial Hospital, Surgi-Center of Winchester, Winchester Rehabilitation Center, Urgent Care, Valley Home Care, Valley Medical Transport and Valley Pharmacy. The hospital is accredited by the ' Joint Commission on th£ Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations. For information ori Lifeline service, a personal emergency response system that links subscribers to the Emergency Department, call 636-0326. For a physician listing or other details, visit www.valleyhealthlink.com or pick up a copy of Valiev Health's Medical Staff & Services Directory from the hospital's main lobby. For phone assistance locating a personal physician, call Valley Health's physician referral service at 540-536-8877. ’ O Culpeper Regional Hospital Culpeper Regional Hospital is a 70-bed acute care hospital with comprehensive services including a 24hour, physician-staffed emergency room, state-of-the art Family Birth Center, both home health and hospice care through the highly-accredited FamilyCare Home Health & Hospice, Surgical Services and new Intensive Care Unit, and more. Please click on Hospital Services for more information. The hospital is open 24-hours a day, every day, to serve the people of Culpeper, Madison, Orange, Rappahannock, and surrounding areas. 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Fauquier Hospital in Warrenton has undergone major renovations all to improve patient care Healthcare From Page 36 Culpeper Regional Hospital was rated one of the Top 100 hospitals in America in 199t». It is one of the region's largest employers with nearly KX) employees and is conveniently located in the heart of the region it serves, at the foot of the rolling Blue Ridge Mountains in one of America's Top Ten Small Towns, Culpeper, Virginia. Culpeper Regional Hopital is located 501 Sunset Lane Culpeper VA 22701 P. O Box 592 (540) 829-41IX) O Rappahannock County Health Department llu- Health Department provides a variety of preventive clinical serv ices, dental care, environmental services, prenatal care, well-child care, diagnosis and treatment of sexually transmitted diseases, and VV1C nutrition services. The Health Department also inspects and permits restaurants, and permits private wells and septic systems It is also involved in a w ide variety of public health issues, such as rabies control, infectious disease outbreak investigation and control, tuberculosis control, and health education Call 829-7350. ° Fauquier Free Clinic The purpose of the Fauquier Free Clinic is to provide primary health care to uninsured individuals and families residing in Fauquier and Rappahannock counties with a spec. . effort to include all children Volunteer doctors, dentists,‘nurses, and administrators keep the clinic in operation. We provide health care to uninsured residents of Fauquier and Rappahannock Counties, mostly working poor families who earn a little too much to qualify for federal assistance. The need is tremendous: we have seen over 16,000 patients since we opened our doors. Wairenton (Main) Office: Medical Clinic registration even' Thursday from 5:30 to tv30 pm. No appointment needed to see the doctor. Dental Clinic each first, third, and fifth Thursday of the month Call (540) 347-0394 on Tuesday morning tq make an appointment Immunization Clinic for children on the second Thursday of the month. Call (540) 3474)394 tor an appointment Diabetes Specialty Clinic every first Tuesday at 5:00pm Call for an appointment. (540) 347-0394 Rappahannock Office: Medical Clinic registration first, third, and firth Wednesdays from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. No appointment needed Fauquier Free Clinic, Inc P.O Box 3138 Warrenton; VA 20188-1838 540-347-0394 o Free Clinic of Culpeper The Free Clinic of Culpeper which opened in 1992 on Sunset Lane in Culpeper, offers primary medical care at little or no cost to needy patients who lack health insurance and do not qualify for government programs. The clinic is open on Mondays between 9 a m. and noon. Call 825-2252. O Hospice of the Rapidan A community based, free standing medical hospice serving this community since 1983 Hospice of the Rapidan provides a tull range ot services with nursing care, medical social workers, spiritual and gnet support Hospice care is covered by Medicare, Medicaid and most private insurances to persons with a life limiting illness. To contact us for more information or to learn about volunteering with Hospice of the Rapidan call (540) 825-4840 or visit our web site www.hotr.org. o Rappahannock Senior Nutrition Center b03 Mount Salem Ave Washington (340) 673-2615 Hours: Monday through Thursday, 11 4 m. to 2 p m. 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eHistotic sites By John Toler Rappahannock News Staff Writer Traveling on the highways and back roads and through the hollows of Rappahannock County, one finds numerous unique and historic homes, churches and other structures. In recent years, the owners of these properties - whether they are the latest in a long family line, a newcomer to the county, or the trustees of their church - have listed their properties in the National Register of Historic Places or the Virginia Landmarks Register The Virginia Department of Historic Resources (DHR) administers both programs, both of which were started in 1966. The National register is administered by the U S. Park Serv ice, and includes over 2,000 properties in Virginia. Currently, Rappahannock County' has 10 historic r properties listed on both the National and Virginia registers. Earning a place on either registry is a meticulous, often time-consuming process, but the rewards make it all worthwhile. In addition to the satisfaction of knowing that they have preserved something of value, property owners are entitled to generous tax credits, based on the amount spent for rehabilitation and restoration of historic structures. Of course, there are certain regulations and restrictions when dealing with historic preservation, but the results of these efforts benefit everyone. In addition to individual properties, the Virginia Department of Histone Resources has authorized the creation of Historic Districts, which can include all of the "conforming structures" in an entire town or village. This program has brought the benefits of historic preservation to within the reach of many more property owners. Rappahannock County currently has three Historic Districts Historic structures Following is a list of the properties in Rappahannock that appear on both the National Register of Historic Prince William Cardiology ASSOCIATES We put our hearts into treating yours! Christopher J. 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In later years, the property through the Thornton family to their descendants in the Fletcher family. After standing vacant for a number of years, Montpelier was purchased in September 2004 by Mr and Mrs. Roger Scruton The Scrutons quickly commenced an ambitious rehabilitation project, which will be finished later this year Mount Salem Baptist Meeting House, located on Long Mountam Road southeast of Washington, Va„ was placed on the Virginia register in 1078, and on the National register the following vear The federal-style church, built in 1824, sits right beside the road It is impressive in both its size and state of preserv ation Ben Venue, located on Route 729 just off U S 211, was placed on both registries in 1979. The Ben Venue homestead, which today consists of the main residence, numerous farm buildings and brick cottages, dates back to 1805 Ben Venue is owned bv Mrs Louise King Eastham.whose family has owned the proper y for more than 200 years Recently, Mrs Eastham put 1,885 acres of the property under an open space easement. The main house is currently under renovation The Calvert (or Washington) Mill sits |ust below U S 211 at the eastern entrance to the Town of Washington. It was listed on the Virginia register in 1980, and the National register in 1982 Long out-of-use and vacant, the mill building represents an early 19th century rural industnal facility The John W. Miller House, located at the intersection of Route 707 and Route 804 near Boston, was placed on the V irginia register in 1990 and the National register in 1991 Tire Italianate structure dates back to 1825, and includes several outbuildings and a cemetery Caledonia Farm is located on Hearing Road near the intersection of Fodders tack Road near Flint Hill. The main house - a stone, federal-style structure - was built in 1812 Restoration of the residence was completed in 1985, and the property, owned by Phil Irwin, now serves as a premier bed-and-breakfast "Caledonia" - the mythical name for Scotland - was placed on both registers in 1990 Flint Hill Baptist Church, on Route 522 just south of the village, is a late Victorian structure, dating to 1854 It has been on both registers since 1997 Pastor of Flint' Hill Baptist Church ls Rev Robert Goff . Services are held there at 11 a m. Each Sunday See SITES, Page 39 Photos by John Toler Mt. 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Sunnyside Sites From Page 38 The George L. Carder House, also known as Boxwood Hill, is a Federal-style house located on the Scrabble Road in the Woodville/Castleton area Built in 1833, the two-story brick house with a gable roof is representative of the kind of home a relatively well-to-do farmer of the era might live in. There is a one-room log house next to the main residence that probably pre-dates it. The George L. Carder House was added to both registers in 2004. Sunny-side, located down Sunnyside Orchard Lane off Harris Hollow Road near Washington, was placed on both registers in 2004. Owned bv the Miller and later the Wood families, Sunnyside is now owned by David Cole. The main house at Sunnyside was built in four phases, from the original 1785 two-story' single-pile log structure, to the two-storv, ell-shaped addition built in 19%. Outbuildings include a stone cabin facing the drive , av near the main house. Historic Districts Rappahannock Counts- is home to four Historic Districts. Reci>gnized by the Virginia Landmarks Register and the National Register of Historic Places The Washington Historic District was created in 1975. If includes 1,400 acre's and 100 buildings, and fea- . tures Early Republic, Greek Revival and other architectur al sh ies Periods of significance include 1700-1749, 17501799, 1825-1849, and 1875-1899. Numerous private home's and businesses, as well as the County Courthouse and office buildings, are located in the Washington Historic Distnct. The Spenyville Historic District was added in 1983, and includi*s pmpertie's along Virginia Route's 522, 1001 and 1002. It e*ncompasses 380 acre's and 83 buildings Archite*ctural style's tor the residential, public and commercial structure's include Federal Late 19th and 20th Ce'nturv Revivals, and others. Periods of significance in Photos by John Toler Caledonia Farm Sperryvilie are listed as 1825-49, 1850-1874, 1875-1899, 190-1924, and 1925-1949. The Laurel Mills Histone District ls bounded roughly by Laurel Mills Road, the Thornton River, and Laurel Mills Farm The village was established in 1847. In addition to the ruins of the Rappahannock Woolen Mill, which ceased operation in 1929, and the old Victorian miller's house on a bluff above the villages, there are severed other unique structures -some of which were once the homes of mill workers. Centerpiece of the' village continues to be the Laurel Mills Store Laurel Mills Histone District was added to the Virginia and National registers in 2004. It was noted that "Laurel Mills appears today much as it did in 1927," in the Virginia Historic Resources Board notes. The Skyline Drive Historic District which crosses several counties from Front Roval to Rockfish Gap, has been on the registers since 199t>, with additional proper, ties added in 1997 and 21X13. This histone district includes 31*900 acres, nine buildings, 13t» structures and 22 objects. The* area inside the Skvlipe Drive Histone District is noted for part it has plaved in political, conservation, recreation, social history and transportation issues. Penods ot significance an* 1925-1949, and 1950-1974. Saving our past About two years ago, efforts were started to add more* Rappahannixrk County homes to the Virginia Landmarks Register At the time. almost 2(X) properties were surveyed bv an architectural history consulting firm. A "reconnaissance level" survey was done on 16^ properties, and 25 more* received intensive" study Of the 25, 17 were recommended for nomination to the V irginia register Hopefully, the properties surveyed since* that time - as well as others - will qualify for a listing on the Virginia Landmark Register, the National Register, or both Washington Historic District Sperryville Historic District Laurel Mills Historic District Jyothi C.adde, Vt.D. Board ivrtitii'd in Allergy and Asthma Do you suffer from any of these conditions f • allergies/hay fever p insect allergy • sinus problems • eczema •asthma • food all erg}/ The allergy specialist offers medications and allergy injections that can improve the quality of your life. Control your symptoms, don't let them control you.t) New patients welcome. Allergy & Asthma Specialists 7521 Virginia Oaks Dr. #200, Gainesville (703) 648-0015 493 Blackwell Rd. #311, Warrenton (540) 428-1715 3700 Joseph Siewick Dr. #402, Fairfax (703) 648-0015 Flint Hill Baptist Church George L. Carder House aka Boxwood Hill WARRENTON MEDICAL ASSOCIATES, PC. PERSONALIZED ^Concerned We manage common illnesses ari£l complex problems for adolescents, adults and the elderly. \ On-site services include: X-rays Laboratory Services Electrocardiograms Cardiac Stress Tests Currently Accepting New Patients Call for An Appointment (540) 347-5512 Warrenton Medical Associates Adjacent to Fauquier Hospital 555 Hospital Drive Warrenton, VA Dr. Norman I JVfauroner .■~sm Michael K_\ckermaii jDt Jennifer A. Ackerman Dr.RohLTtT.ljn Kl T

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♦ Amissville Area Community Association Our community is populated by folks who volunteer for local and regional organizations. Their selfless participation in these efforts contributes greatly to die sense of community and success of these most valuable organizations. Below are some of the organizations which are centered in Amissville, The heart of our community lies in its churches. There are many fine churches in Amissville. The Amissville Area Community Association (AACA) was founded in 1999 and formally incorporated in May 21X50. The AACA is a charitable and education focused, non-profit (pending) organization open to the public. Its purpose is to foster community' dialogue, knowledge, planning, welfare and pride. Activities include offering a forum for resident's views, informing them cm points of interest; and undertaking projects to enhance the community' and its environment It promotes the community, its welfare, and undertakes initiatives for it. Contact Steve Miller for information on AACA and its activities. Steve Miller (540) 937-7327 ♦ Blue Mountain Wizard Workshops Sacred Life Coaching Teaching Circles and Intensives, Tarot, Hypnosis, Retreats for Renewal PO Box382, Washington, VA 22747 (434) 296-2930 Fmaib bmwwwcstone.net Contact: Denise Horton * ♦ Rappahannock Animal Welfare League (RAWL) P. O Box 428, Washington, VA 22747 (540) 937-3283 Patti Want, Shelter Director Rescuing homeless dogs and helping pets stay in loving homes Services: Shelter (at 164 Weaver Rd. in Amissville); spay and neuter programs; rabies clinics. ♦ Rappahannock Republican Party Mailing Address dommunitu Cy^anizations Rappahannock County Republican Committee 32 Pophams Ford Road Sperryville, VA 22740 Chair Demaris H. Miller 32 Pophams Ford Road Sperryville, VA 22740 540-987-8920 demarismcademarismiller.com website http://wvyw rapprepublicans.com Vice Chair Kirk Milam, vice chairman 540-631-0949 milamlawvii’shentel.net ♦ Rappahannock Democratic Party In addition to supporting Democratic Issues, we provide a number of community services, including responsibility for keeping clean a three-mile stretch of US 211, hosting the county's Independence Day picnic, and maintaining a community calendar of all Rappahannock events on our Web site www.rappdems.org. Mailing Address Rappahannock County Democratic Committee PO Box 277, Washington VA 22747 Chair Linda Dietel PO Box 309, Flint Hill VA 22627 540-675-3826 LmdaRl>®shen telnet Vice-Chair E Raymond Boc P.O. Box 295 , Sperryville, VA 22740 540-987-9706 EraymondBoo»a tt.net ♦ Rappahannock.com Provides 24/7 information for tourists regarding county B&Bs, restaurants, wineries, and farms and other agricultural-related businesses. 130 Mossie Lane, Amissville, VA 20106 (540) 937-4600 Email: Haluftargetleam com Web site www.Rappahannock com Contact Hal Hunter ♦ Rappahnnock-Rapidan Medical Reserve Corps Vision: Volunteers Protecting Virginia's Public Health Mission: To serve the counties of Culpeper, Fauquier, Madison, Orange and Rappahannock by establishing local teams of public health volunteers to strengthen the public health infrastructure and improve emergency' preparedness and response. Location: Culpeper County Health Department 640 Laurel St , Culpeper VA 22701 Phone 540-829-7350 Fax: 540-829-7345 Email: RRMRCc4vdh.virginia.gov Volunteer Coordinator Claudia Vento ♦ RRMRC Board President Gene Mona go Vice-President John McCarthy Training; New member orientation and training sessions are offered once a month. The place, day and time vary for your convenience. One three-hour training session and one three-hour drill per year are required. ♦Rappahannock Lions Club P. O. Box 236, Amissville, VA 20106 David Hilty (540) 675-2205 Since 1917, Lions dubs have offered people the opportunity to give something back to their communities. From involving members in projects as local as deaning up an area park or as far-reaching as bringing sight to the world’s blind, Lions dubs have always embraced those committed to building a brighter future for their community. Our programs are continually changing to meet new needs and greater demands, but our mission has never wavered: "We Serve. The Rappahannock Lions Club is a service organization with the mission to "create and foster a spirit of understanding mong all people for humanitarian needs by providing voluntary services through community involvement and international cooperation." To that end, the members of the Rappahannock Lions Club raise funds to provide services and opportunities in the community The club sponsors a visiting Sight and Hearing van which visits the county public and private schools. Members use the equipment in the van to screen students and teachers for sight and hearing defidendes. The club also provides assistance to the local Boy Scouts, 4-H Clubs, and other special needs as they arise. The members of the Rappahannock Lions Club raise funds through donations, apple butter sales and special events. These events enhance member camaraderie and spirit which flows into Lions Club service activities. The club meets at the Public House restaurant in Flint Hill at 7 p.m. every second and fourth Thursdays. ♦Blue Ridge Civil War Roundtable The purpose of the Blue Ridge Civil War Roundtable is to provide a framework for persons to leam and exchange view s about our country's history during the period of See ORGANIZATIONS, Page 43 What if you could change your life in 30 minutes? Curves is 30-minute fitness, commonsense weight loss and all the support you need to achieve your goals. The power to curvesinternational.com amaze yourself.* (540) 428-3400 256 Broadview Ave. Warrenton, VA 20186 540-825-3799 610 S Main St (Asher & Main Sts) , Culpeper, VA 22701 *( >ftcr h.iscd on first visit enrollment. minimum 12 mo. c d. program Not valid with any other offer. Valid only at participating locations. Join Now 50% Off Service Fee Over 9,000 locations worldwide. 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Organizations From Page 42 period of the L|.S. Civil War. The Roundtable is a membership group open to all with an interest in this period of our history, regardless where they live or which side they favor. We have monthly dinner meetings on the third Tuesday of each month at the Public House Restaurant in Flint Hill, VA. There is a social time from 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.; Dinner from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.; and our Program at 800 p.m. Our Programs feature speakers knowledgeable about many different aspects of the Civil War. A question and answer period follows the speaker's 43 minute to 1 hour talk. You do not have to attend the Dinner, but can come at 800 pro. for the Program. For questions or comments about the newsletter or the Roundtable, please contact any of our Officers: For dinner reservations, contact Gary Wilson at least two days before tire monthly meeting. President: John Tole, 540-937-5850 285 Rock Mills Road, Woodville, VA 22749 email evrgreenlWearthlink.net Vice President: Gary Wilson, 540-547-4106, 3290 Emerald Hill Rd., Sperryville, VA 22740, e-mail: GkarenGarywaol.com Secretary7Trr Miner Jeanne Jarrett, 540-675-1000 jmjarrettWearthlink.net Newsletter Editor John Tole ♦Fauquier County Civil War Roundable The purpose of the Fauquier Civil War Roundtable is to provide a framework for persons to leam and exchange views about our country’s history during the period of the U S Civil War. Started in the Fall of 1998, the Roundtable is a membership group open to all with an interest in this period of our history, regardless where they live or which side they favor. We have monthly dinner meetings on the second Wednesday of each month at the Fauquier Springs Country Club near Warrenton, VA. There is a Social time from 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 p m.; Dinner from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.; and our Program at 8:00 p.m. Our Programs feature speakers knowledgeable about many different aspects of the Civil War. A question and answer period follows the speaker s 45 minute to 1 hour talk. You do not have to attend the Dinner, but can come at 8:00 p m. for the Program. For Dinner reservations or anv questions or comments about this website or the Roundtable, please contact any of our Officers: President Jim Flanagan, 13511 Silverhill Rd . Sumerduck, VA 22742, 540439-3549, e-mail: sumerduckwood.aaol.com Vice President Gary Wilson, 3290 Emerald Hill Rd , Sperryville, VA 22740, 540-547-1106, e-mail: gkarengarymaol com Secretaiy/Treasurer Bev Cone, 540-139-3549 ♦ Girl Scouts of Rappahannock/VA Skyline Girl Scouts 71 Honey Suckle Lane Sperrvville, VA 22740 Sallv Havstad, Coordinator (540) 987-9342 Web page: www.gsusc.org ♦ Boy Scouts of Rappahannock The Bov Scouts of Amenca was incorporated to provide a program tor community organizations that offer effective character citizenship, and personal fitness training for youth Specifically, the BSA endeavors to develop American citizens who are physically, mentally, and emotionally fit; have a high degree of self-reliance as evidenced in such qualities as initiative, courage, and resourcefulness; have personal values based on religious concepts; have the desire and skills to help others; understand the principles of the American social, economic, and governmental systems: are knowledgeable about and take pnde in their American heritage and understand our nation s role in the world; have a keen respect for the basic rights of all people, and are prepared to participate in and give leadership to Amenca Rappahannock County has several Boy Scout and Cub Scout troops For information, contact: Roger Pierson ,Scout Master (540) 222-9465 For ages 12-18 David Bailey, Cub Master (540) 987-8522 For ages 6-12 ♦Project Rainbow, Inc Provide support sendees for chronically ill children, adults, and their families. These sendees include physical, emotional, and financial support. Sendees provided in Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Delaware. Florida, Tennessee, Connecticut, and other areas Contact lane Mull n. President 140 White Rose Mountain Lane Spenyville, VA 22740 (540) 987-8978 ♦ Washington Ladies Auxiliary This group raises funds tor the Washington Volunteer Fire and Rescue Squad. Their Thrift Shop is open Wednesday and Friday 10 a m. - 4 p m. And located near the Washington Fire and Rescue Station C/o Frances A Foster, Treasurer PO Box 37 Washington, VA 22747 Contact person: lean Arthur ♦The Woodville Community Organization was established in 1998 to facilitate the Woodville Bicentennial Celebration (1798 - 1998). The informal organization exists today to foster and enhance the sense of communin- in Woodville. In addition to general maintenance of the town signs and road sides, the organization sponsors a tree annual town festival each Fall and everyone is invited. 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Rappahannock News 249 Main Street Washington, Virginia Drawing by Tom Tepper jW" k M«m>« buxUmj WAfci4iK£ll>**f'WM*HlA> ,i Photo by Jan Clatterbuck NEWSY NEWBIES: Some of the members of Chester Gap’s newly formed Cub Scout Troop Pack 200 visited the Rappahannock News during a snowy afternoon in February 2005. Pictured from left to right: Tyler McDowell, Jacob McDowell, Will Ubben and N.icky Taylor. The Rappahannock News was purchased twenty-eight years ago in 1977 by Arthur VV. Arundel It was changed from a tabloid format to its current broadsheet format as it had originally been when first published in 1877. Our newspaper mission: We will grow as a great Amencan news organization by working consistently in ways which result in the loyalty and trust of our readers, advertisers and staff. Web site www.rappahanntKknews.aim Phone: (540) 875-3338 or (540) 675-3349 Fax: (540) 675-3380 Address 249 Main St., Washington, VA 22747 Hours Weekdays, 8:30 a m. to 5 p.m. with a 24-hour answering service Advertising: Call (540) 347-4222 between 8 30 a m to 5 p.m. weekdays to plao? classified or display ads. Deadlines vary according to section. Subscriptions Call (540) 347-4222 for subscription information Joe Whistler is the circulation manager. Subscriptions are for one year $18 in-county with credit card auto renewal, $21 in-county and contiguous counties, $27 out-ot county. For six months in-county $18.95 and out of county $24.95. Three months in countv $14.95 and out of amnty $21 For single aipy $.50 Looking For A New Primary Care Doctor? Standing: Dr. David. Dr. Maoury. Dr. Chalmeta Sitting: Dr. SimpSon, Dr. Lee, Dr1. McCarthy PRIMARY CARE DOCTORS FOR ADULTS • Caring Competent Staff • Clean. Spacious. Convenient Facilities/Ample Parking • Same^Day Appointments for Urgent Problems • Evenings by appointment • Filing All Insurance • Electronic Medical Charts Welcoming New Patients! Call today for an appointment! 540-347-4200 Piedmont Internal Medicine 493 Blackwell Road, Warrenton, VA www.PiedmontlM.com • All Physicians Board Certified in Internal Medicine • General Medical Care for Ages 15 and Over • Comprehensive Wellness Care. Illness Care. Physicals • Office Hospital. Rehab. Nursing Home, and Home Care Rappahannock AJews John Toler Executive Vice-President/General Manager Fauquier Times-Etemocrat/Gainesville Times/ Rappahannock News ltolervtimespapers.com (540) 347-4222 Anita L. Sherman Editor ashermarKatimespa pers.com (540) 675-3338 Jan Clatterbuck Office Manager jclatterbuck«timespapers.a>m. (MO) 675-3338 Bill Kossler Staff Writer bkossler^ timespa pers. com (540) 675-3338 V Monty Tayloe Start Writer mtavloe^tunespapers com (340) 675-3338 Terri Carper Advertising Sales consultant tcarperotimespapers.com (540)347-4222

T^appakannock T^ecieatlon Jw Rappahannock County Park The Rappahannock Count)' Park itself is open dawn to dusk, every dav of the week. Fhe pavilion is available for rental (currently $30 per dav) for parties, reunions, etc., on Saturdays and Sundays only. The bathrooms are open M-F. (and when the pavilion is rented on weekends) from late March through October. ITie park was constructed mainly with Federal grant money in 1975 on donated land. The Rappahannock County Recreational Facilities Authority (appointed by the Board of^upervisors) operates it ITie Rappahannock County Park is located on U.S. 211, across from Warren Avenue. lo reserve the park pavilion, call John W. McCarthy III, county administrator, at (340) 675-5330. Shenandoah National Park Skyline Drive, 3655 U. S. Highway 211 east, Luray www.nps.gov/shen/home.htm. In addition to hiking through the park, .motorists can drive along the Skyline Drive passing rock cliffs, vistas, deer and other wildlife, through tunnels of trees and banks of wi Id flowers. lTiere are / 5 overlooks offering places to stop and absorb the view of the Shenandoah Valley below. Horseback riding is available. Shenandoah National Park has many stories waiting to be told, and a world of beauty that can renew and bring peace to the spirit. For information relating to road condition and hours of operation of visitor centers, lodges, restaurants and campgrounds please call 540-999-3500. ^Teamlink Inc. Mountain Sports Centers Licensed guides tor Shenandoah National I'ark - cilmbim- hike tours canoeing •5M8 Indian Springs Road Frederick (301)695-1814 Email: adventure«teamlinkinc.com Web site: wvvvv.teamlinkinc.com ™ The Rappahannock County Soccer Association RCSA is a volunteer staffed, non-profit organization that hosts youth soccer programs for ages 5-18. The program offers the area youth a positive, healths athletic pursuit in a recreational environment. We schedule in conjunction with Culpeper. Orange and Madison Counties. RCSA is part of the Virginia Youth Soccer Association based out of Burke, Virginia. Contact: Rich Hogan at (540) 937-51 SO tor more information. «*Piedmont SoftballAssociation ITie B.itx- Ruth League International affiliate based in Amissville between Earl> \ Carpet and MayhuglVs Store. The league is open to girls ages 5-1* years of age (born anytime in 1986 through 1999) residing in Rappahannock Countv. 1*5A offers both a regular season game s^ hedule, as well as tournament play for any girls interested. Everv Piedmont team has opportunities to play other I*SA and neighboring Babe Ruth teams, as well as teams with different affiliations. For more information, call Mauri Pavno at 937-4142. Rappahannock Athletic Association/Rappahannock Culpeper Baseball IX) Box 74 ■ Amissvilit, \ A 201 On Amy Hitt (540)^37-7900 We are a div lsion ot the Cal Ripken Babe Ruth Baseball L eague. All participants of RlB are made up ot volunteers; from the board members and coaches, to managers, and team moms We volunteer time and energv s«> that the children will have a fantastu place to plav baseball. Rappahannock’s Jamie Jacobs bunted for a sacrifice in a game against Clarke County. Photo by Ann Spieker Rappahannock Culpeper Baseball is fortunate to own a five-field baseball complex that serves as the site tor all of our games, from t-ball to Babe Ruth Captain and Mrs. Stuart, both long-time countv residents, gave this nine acre complex to the youth of our area to plav the Captain s favorite pastime, baseball. We, as a community, have been left with the task of taking care of this Field of Dreams tor our youth. With financial support and the contributions of numerous volunteers, Stuart Field remains intact tor the present and future generations of baseball, placets in Rappahannock and Culpeper Counties. R'c B is comprised ot five leagues: 1 -hall (the use ot a baseball tee and coach s pitching). Rookie ball (machine pitch). Minors Majors and Babe Ruth l he Babe Ruth league.consists ot a 13 war old prep team, a 14-In vear old team, and sometimes a ltvl* year old team Fach league has is own field tor prai tices and games. Y\e pride ourselves rn our unique complex. Our conces-ion stand is second to none, and cur families t njov the feeling o! comtnr* and secur.tv in our family-orientated facil tv \missv ille. on Route 211. five, miles trom k levenger s Corner ^Quest Movement Arts Centers Kperrv vilte \ \ Otters classes m \ia, Yoga and Svnergv'Dance I or information, on S\ nergv Dance phone Yirgmie at > >40' u 37-sot*1-' For information i>n \ia and Yoga, phone Kim ,r. - IS YEARS OF - Rappahannock Real Estate ' i « ?;: - • **»v, ■ •/.' ? ’ t v;Wj$£*£**$& wBav*&wf* i Associate Broker of Million Dollar i'l'Kt k»4m4» - ' ••♦.<,.. ' ’ 4>L0NG&. FOSTER fc REALTORS ® 492 Blackwell Road. Warrenton. Virginia 540-349-1400 ext. 3528 Search residential & land P JA £,r n jaa listings on my website;^ 540-675-3490 emllyhenry.longaiiclloster.net egp VM:

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iXappakannock T^estautants ^ Apple Hill Bakery Fresh baked pies, cookies, turnovers, cakes, eclairs, ice cream cones, sweet and savory tarts of alf kinds and most especially: outstanding fresh glazed donuts. You can special order most any baked cake or pie as well. Open Tuesday-Saturdav, 7 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday 7 am.-5 p.m. Closed Mondays. Call *>87-9870. Bleu Rock Inn and Restaurant Exceptional views ot vineyards and mountains. Ask for outdoor seating on a pleasant day. The Blue Horse Pub has its own menu. (Daily, 4 p.m.-midnight.) In the main dining room, entree' prices are mid$20 s. Weddings, receptions and catered events available. Newest steeplechase course. Stables with riding and horse training available. I ifnch: Wednesday-Saturday, 11a.m.- 2 p m.; Dinner: Wednesday -Sunday. 5:30 p.m.-9;30 p.m.; Sunday Brunch, 11a.m.-3 12567 l ee Hwy (Kt. 211), Washington; call 540-987-3190, www.bleurcKkinn.com ^Burgers n Things Best burgers and shakes in the country. BBQ and homemade coleslaw, great steakand-cheese subs. Corner of U.S. 211 & Rt. 522, Sperryville. Open: Mondav-Saturday 11a.m.-8 p.m., Sunday: 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Winter: SundayThursday 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Friday-Saturdav II a.m.-7 p.m. Call your order in for taster service, (540) 987-8311. ’tSs Central Coffee Company Smallest gourmet coffee roaster in Virginia and arguably the best. Green beans roasted trom plantations and cooperatives throughout the coffee-growing world belt. Retail outlet and sampling room. Call tor a reserve roast. Open Daily 9 a.m.-6 p.m. 11836 Lee Highway, Sperry'viUe; call (340) 987-1006 or <877 ) 394-1006; email: infotp centralcoffeer »asters.com ^Country Cafe Visitors arriving in stretch limo> eat at The .Inn. People who work in Washington.eat at the Cafe. Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Monday-Thursday. 8 a.m.-8 p.m.; FridaySaturday, 8 a m.-9 p.m.; Closed Sundays. 389A Main St., Washington; call 540-6731066 ^sThe Epicurious Cow Grocery products from the region and around the world. Specialty cheeses, charcuterie meats, select & regional produce. Wine & Beer. Prepared foods that are wholesome and fun. Giant Burritos. Weekly deliveries of high quality fresh seafood. Open: Sunday, Monday, Wednesday 10 a m.-6 p.m.; Thursday. Friday 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Saturday 9 a m.-7 p.m. Closed Tuesdays. 13830 Lee Highway. Amissville; call 340-673-A-Cow (22b9) ww w.epicu riouscow.com Photo by Richard Lykes The Inn at Little Washington 'Si Flint Hill Public House A restaurant and pub in a historic 1903 school building. In fair weather, ask tor a seat on the deck overlooking the garden. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 11:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m and 3:30-9:00 p.m.; FridaySaturday, 11:30 a m -2 p.m. and 3:30-9:30 p.m.; Sunday, 4 p.m.-S:30 p.m. 673 Zachary Tailor Hwy. (Rt 322), Flint Hill; call (340) 673-1700. www.tlmthillpublichouse.com vL^Four and Twenty Blackbirds Rated among the top 20 restaurants in the Metropolitan D C. area by Washingtonian magazine. Regional American and ethnic foods. Wednesday-Saturday. 3:30-9 p.m.; Sunday Photo by Jeanne Spath Picture perfect pears Epicurious Cow brunch. 10 a m.-2 p m. 630 Zachary Taylor Hwy. (Rt. 522). Flint Hill; call (540) h75-llll \v\v\v. tou rand t wen tv.com *S*Griffin Tavern A place where folks socialize, tell stories, get to know their neighbors, and eat tasty foods without emptying your wallet. Traditional pub food (fish n chips, shepherd s pie, bangers and mash) plus dishes mom used to make. Hours: SundavThursday: 11:30 a.m. To 11 p.m.; Friday & Saturday: 11:30 a.m.-l :00 a m. 659 Zachary Taylor Highway. Flint Hill: call (540) 675-3227, oyvnenflgnttintavcrn.com. www.grittintavem.coni ’QiThe Inn at Little Washington Five stars and five diamonds. A dining experience by w hich to measure all others. Open six days a week (closed on Tuesdays except May and October- when they are open 7 days a week.) Reservations strongly See RESTAURANTS, Page 48 UNITED FEDERAL MORTGAGE DIVISION Or UNITED MEDICAL,8ANK *r.-- f.+ir-vyy of loan programs avi ''. V ^ £ S ; *\ V.v ' & W- ‘.\’-\l Buy Your Home With Our Money.. . rom Application to Settlement, Our TEAM Will Earn Your Trust. rr Purchases, Refinances & Construction loans No Hassle*.clexibie In-house Underwriting, Processing & Closing 5.,^ • Immediate Pre-Approval, Fast Commitment aw** 170 West Shirley Ave., Suite 201 Warrenton, VA 540-878-2110 SIM f« t=*

Chef Jim McCullough Bleu Rock Inn Photo by Jeanne Spath 'N Family Docs r On Call An after-hours clinic serving our community for acute illnesses and minor injuries. Call for same day appointments starting at 3pm on weekdays, 8 am on Saturdays and 10am on Sundays. Located at 493 Blackwell Road in the Warrenton ' Professional Ctr, Piedmont Family Practice offices in back Walk-ins Welcome 540-341-1734 V Hours of Operation: Monday thru Friday 5pm-10pm Saturday 10am-8pm Sunday 12pm-6pm familydocsoncall.com Photo by Anita Sherman Chef Todd Eisenhauer Griffin Tavern Restaurants From Page 47 suggested. Washington; call (340) 673-3800 vvww.theinnatlittlewashington.com G Lombardy Restaurant No-frills breakfast, lunch and dinner in a simple setting. Gtx)d burgers. Open Tuesday-Thursday 8 a m.-8 p.m. FridaySaturdav, 8 a.m. -9 p.m.. Sunday 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Closed Monday. 14892 Lee Highway (Kt. 211), Amissville; call (340) 937-3951 * ^Mountain Cafe Mediterranean beef and lamb kebab. Simple, inexpensive tasty and fast tood in a casual, family atmosphere. Turn right at the stop sign across the bridge after Kt. 322 leaves U.S. 211. Go two blocks North on Kt. 322. The Mountain Cate is on the left, at the comer of s22 and Woodward Road. Open every day except Thursday, from 11:30 a m. To 8:00 p.m.; call (.340) 9878860 Sunny side Farms Markets Sunny side Farms has two retail destinations; Sunny side Square in Washington, YA and Sunnvside Farms The Schoolhouse in Sperryville, VA. Both feature their farm's fresh organic fruits, vegetables and herbs, and certified organic beef, plus specialty gourmet fotxis and an extensive collection of wines. Sunnvside Farms The Schoolhouse: call (340) 9873600. Store, cate and deli open daily 9 a m.-8 p.m.; restaurant open Thiirsdav-Sunday 9 a m.-8 p.m. Restaurant closed Tuesday and Wednesday. Sunnvside Square: Open Daily 9:30 a m.-6 p.m.; call (540)675-1074. You can buy their organic beef on line at w wvv.sunnvsidefarms.com. Ss* Thornton River Grille Owner Andy Thompson and chef Randy Cooper have a restaurant worth visiting in the heart of Sperrvville. hunch is served Fuesdav-Saturdav, 11:30 a m.-3 p.m.; dinner 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m. Sunday brunch 1 1 a m.-3 p.m. Dinner reservations suggested. At the stop sign across the bridge after Rt. 522 leaves U.S.. 211; call (540) 9878790. www.thorntonrivergrille.com Photo by Jeanne Spath Sunnyside@The Schoolhouse is located in Sperryville and offers choice goodies. Mosby's Confederacy Tours Discover the “Qray Qhost” Visit sites where Mosby and his men lived, fought and died in VC'arrenttin, Marsfu.il/, Middle burg and the surrounding countryside. Y Halt-day and Full-day Tours v Personalized Small Groups v Private Tours Available Contact Dave Goetz at 540-551-6075 www.moshvstours.cssm • email: mosbvman@infionline.net

YOhete to -faLnd iJr ...place to borrow a book Rappahannock County Public Library 1 Library' Road, Washington (540) 675-3780 Web site: www.rappahanntxrklibrary.org Hours Monday, Wednesday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Fhursday, Friday 10 a m. to 6 p.m. Saturday 10 a m. to 2 p.m Holiday hours Closed for the following holidays: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Washington's Birthday. Memorial Day, July 4, Labor Day, Veterans' Day, thanksgiving, Christmas Getting a library card Cards are free for Rappahannock County residents, property owners, students and tht>se employed in the county (ages 5 and up). In addition, cardholders from Warren, Culpeper and Fauquier counties may also obtain one from the Rappahannock County Library. To apply, just stop by the library and fill out an application. Staff • David Shaffer, director • Cindy Arlbelbide, assistant director, children's libranan, young adult librarian • Denise kruczynski, library aide Serv ices • Access to over 25,000 books/periodicals • Reference assistance • Free access to word processing/lntemet stations • Inter-library loan service ($2 per item) • l ax machine available for public use ($2 for first page, SI each additional page) • k opy machine (20 cents per copy ) Resources Adult literacy courses and CFD preparation are ottered Monday nights in the basement of the library. Contact YOkete can 5 fond? These are a few of the serv ices that you might find helpful while living or visiting in Rappahannock County Emerson Williams, (540) 937-4279, or Susan Fox (540) 9878575 for mom information. The Jamieson Room is the library 's meeting room, and is available tor use by the public. To reserve the meeting room, contact the library director at (540) 675-3780. Check the Web site for policies regarding the use of the room. Find It Virginia! Allows library cardholders to search magazines, newspapers and full text reference resources from anywhere outside the library. Children's programs Programs especially for children include preschool storytimes, summer reading programs, reading lists, links for homework help and homeschtxiling links. Similar resources are available for young adults. Art gallery The Rappahannock Library proudly displays the work of local artists. There is a “permanent" exhibit, showing the work oY Robin Purnell, and a "rotating" exhibit, which is shown in the lobby of the Library on an approximately monthly basis. Go to the library's Web site and click on the thumbnails to see closeups of the different pieces. Friends of Rappahannock County Library A tax-exempt, not-for-profit organization that provides funds to the library for books, video tapes, audiotapes and periodicals as well as new computers, fax machines, Internet access and other communication tools — including this Web site — to keep the library up to date. ■sir ...a place to get a book published? Book publishing services Blackwater Publications 80 Laurel Oaks Lane Cast let on. \ A 227 In Jim Gannon (540) 987-9536 Email: gannonj<p>earthlink.net Web site: www.blackwaterpublications.com iir ...a place to get a driver's license? Department of Motor Vehicles Rappahannock County does n6t hav e a [department of Motor Vehicles Office. The closest would be located in Culpeper. Fauquier or Warren Counties. Culpeper Department of Motor Vehicles (Culpeper County) 440 Southndge Parkway Culpeper, VA 22701 Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday: 9 a m. - 5 p.m. Saturday: 8 a.m. - noon Toll Free Numbers; 1-866-DMVUNE (1-866-368-5463) or 1-800-435-5137 Fax: (540) 829-7311 Directions: > Take Route 522 or Route 229 to Culpeper. Once in town, turn onto U.S. 29 South (toward Charlottesville). Turn nght onto Willis Lane. Turn left onto Southndge Parkway, and then turn at second nght. DMV is on the* left. From U.S. 29 South: Take the U.S. 29 Business exit. Turn right onto Willis Lane. Turn left onto Southndge Parkway. Turn at the second nght. DMV is on the left. From U.S. 29 North: Take U.S. 29 business third exit Turn nght onto Willis Lane. Turn left onto Southndge Parkway. Turn at second right. DMV is on the left. Warrenton DMV (Fauquier County) 94 Alexandna Pike Warrenton, VA 20186 Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday: 8 a.m. - noon Toll Free Numbers: 1-866-DM VUNJi (1-866-368-5463) or 1-80CM355137 Fax: (540) 347-6435 Directions: Take U S. 211 east to Warrenton, and proceed through the U.S. 211/U.S 29 intersection straight up Waterloo Street. At the intersection in front of the courthouse, turn left onto Alexandria Pike. DMV is on the left. Services: Wheelchair available upon request at the Information Counter. Front Royal DMV (Warren County) 15 Water Street Front Royal, VA 22630 Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. to - 5 p.m. Saturday: 8 a.m. to 12 noon Toll Free Numbers: 1-866-DMVUNE (1 -866-368-5463) or 1-800-435-5137 Fax: (540)636-7311 Directions: Travel north on Route 522 to the traffic light at the comer of 14th Street and Shenandoah Avenue. Turn left onto 14th Street (also Route 522/Route340 South). Continue to first traffic light. 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Where to find From Page 49 P. O. Box 222, Washington, VA 22747 (340) 673-5340 EMAIl rapco91 Uaadelpia.net Hours: 8:30 a m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Serv ices: Road name signs, E-911 street addressing, maintenance of E-911 database and computers. Point of contact Richie V'. Burke, E-911 coordinator, John H. Woodward, asst, coordinator. itr ...a nearby fire and rescue company? Amissville VFD CO. 3 14711 Urllwv Amissville. VA 201(16 P.O Box 147 Chief |B Carter and president lack Atkins (340) 447-3123 Castleton CVFC CO. 5 34.4 Castleton View Rd. Castleton. VA 22716 Chief John Hennv VVixxiward and president Jix1 Tate (340)447-4110 Chester Gap FD CO. 4 42 Waterfall Rd. Chester (,ap, VA 22624 Chiet l.ee GiOson and president Wavne \orth 1440) 6,43-3462 Flint Hill VFD CO. 4 443 Fodderxtack Rd. Flint I hll. VA 22627 P O. Box 140 Flint Hill, VA 22627 Chiet Bruce Williams and president Bill Jarrett (340) 673 42S6 Sperryville RQ CO. 7 12 Main St. Sperrvville VA 22740 PO. Box 17s Sperryville, VA 22740 Captain Mary Griffin and president Donald Gore (540) 987-8085 Sperryville VFD CO. 2 11871 Lee Hwv. Sperryvilte, VA 22744) P.O.Box 233 Sperryville, VA 22740 Chief Raymond Thompson and president Greg Williams (544)) 987-8124 Washington VFD CO. 1 10 Firehouse Ln. Washington, V'A 22747 P.O. Box 238 Washington, VA 22747 v Chief Eugene Leggett and president Ann Spiker (540)675-3615 ...a place to mail a letter or buy postage stamps? U. S. Post Offices Amissville 20106 768 Viewtown Rd. Amissville Blair Lear Monday through Friday, 5 a.m’. to 3 p.m. (dosed 12-1 p.m.) Saturday, 8 a.m. until 12 ntx>n. (340) 937-5777 Boston 22713 Castleton 22716 Woodvilie 22749 6276 Sperryville Pike Ken Marlor Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. (closed 11.30 afrn. 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Box 59 Washington, VA 22747 (540) 67533.58 Email the editor, Anita Sherman, at asherman<° timespapers.com ...place that will help me with foster care, get a free immunization or help in handling my teenager? Department of Social Services 354 Guv St. Washington, \ y 22747 (540) 675-3313 Hours: 8 am. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Fridas. Services: Otters benefit programs, foster care and adoption, Child Protective Sers ices (Cl’S) and Adult Protective Sers ices (AIN), parenting classes to assist in empowering parents to deal with adolescents (AFDC-L'P), Medicaid. Virginia initiative lor Fmplovment not Welfare (VIFW) Point of contact: call the office to be directed to the correct person. Information: Hie following is a l^ist of toll-free help numbers. Please look under the category of support groups for more help numbers. Child Abuse: 8(X)-552-70% Domestic Violence: -838-VADV (8238) Drug Abuse: 800-662-HFl.P (4357) Poison Center 1 -800-451 -1428 Mailing address P. O. Box 87, Washington, VA 22747 Food Stamp Programs 354 Gay St. Washington PO. Box 87, Washington, VA 22747 (540) 675-3200 Hours: S a m. to 4:30 p.m. Point of contact: call the office to be directed to the correct person. Health Department 4^1 A Main St. Washington P.O. Box 5, Washington, VA 22747 (540) 675-3516 Hours: S a m. to 4:30 p.m. Services: Family planning, maternity (prenatal, postpar turn), nutrition, free childhood immunizations, pre/post rabies, free HIV testing, women-infant-children, education/treatment for sexually transmitted diseases, free hypertension screening, pre-school physical, foreign travel, flu vaccine, and well baby exam (including medallion) Point of contact: Public Health Nurse Information: Please consult with this office on what clinics/services are chargeable. You will need to bring proof of income (last three pay stubs, YV-2) when registering. For a scheduled appointment social security numbers of Federal Tax Form 1040's are helpful. Services: Sewage disposal system permits (perc tests), well permits, animal bites/rabies reports, restaurant inspections and openings, public water supplies, and general environmental complaints. Point of contact: Environmental Health Specialist Information: Before the health department can "perc" vour land, an application must be made and the fees must be paid. Some of the fees are made payable to the Rappahannock County, so you will need two checks. All animal bites should be reported to the Health Department. Any contact your pets have had with a strav or wild animals should be reported. Services: Vital statistics (home births, certified deathsrecords sent to Richmond), notary, and collection of fees for Environmental I lealth. * Point of contact Office Service Specialist cir ...a place to take my trash and a place to get rid of an old stove? Landfill lfth Weaver Kd , Amissville Mailing address: Countv of Rappahannixk, l’. O. Box 5W. 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tXAVpakAnnock YOlneties f Farfelu Vineyard Enjoy the distinctiv e estate grown and bottled wines of V irginia's oldest winery. The winery is housed in a rustic IWOs bam. Picnic overlooking the vineyards and the Blue Ridge or hike along the Rappahannock River. Open April - November; 13038 Crest Hill Road (Rt. 647), Flint Hill; C>pen Thursday-Mondav 11 a m.-5 p.m. (540) 364-2930 www. fa riel u w ine. com tGadino Cellars Located between the historic towns of Little Washington and Sperryville, where you'll Find many B&B's, antique and gift shops and fine dining options. Committed Schoolhouse Road Washington Virginia, 22747 (540) 9879292 wvn vv.gadinocellars.com f Gray Ghost Vineyards Cray Ghost produces internationally acclaimed wines from 20 acres ot immaculate vineyards. Hie winery cists the largest private collection of logo glasses, and has picnic facilities along with its gazebo and gardens, c >fx*n Friday-Sunday 11 a.m o p.m.; Summers open Iliursdav-Sundav 11 a.m.o p.m. 14706 Lee 1 lighwav (U.S. 211). Amissv ille; call (540) 9374869 u wu grayght>stvineyards.com t Rappahannock Cellars 1 exated on the historic Glen way Fami. this state-of-theart vn inery is open for tours, tasting and enjoyment. Stroll through the \ ineyard, enjoy the new tasting room, or Nlmpl\ s|t or the deck and take in the surroundings. \me nineties of w me grape's are grown, including traditional E uropean French varieties. French- American hybrids and futive \ lrgmian grapes. Open year round, 11:30 a.m.o P m Jnd Saturday until 6 p.m. Located at 14437 Hume Road (comer of Rts. 522 & 635). \ luntlv; call (540) 6356398 wvcvv. rappahanrKxrkoellars.com f Sharp Rock Vineyards Unrated at the hast* ot the Blue Ridge Mountains. Sharp Rock is one of Virginia's most beautiful vinevards. ITie KXkyear-old bam overlooking the \ inevard and Hughes River is the winery and tasting room l he original tamihouse. built in 176.5, has been restored. with a cottage and carnage house that are now a B&B lasting nxnn open Fridav -Sundae 11 am.-5 p.m. Other times by appointment. Lodging Available. 5 Sharp R*vk Road (Rts. 601 and 707. oft Rt. 231). Sperrvv ille; call (540) 687-671X) Lor the B&B call (540) 687-8026 ww w.sharprockvinevards.com t Smokehouse Winery Taste unique wines m a thatched-nx>t tasting house. Smokehouse specializes in Mead (Honev Wine) - man's first fermented drink They also produce seasonal, one-ofa-kind bnglish-style. cask-served hard ciders and Old World historic beverages. A ml-16th venture log cabin that functions as a Bt*d & Breakfast is also on the premises. Weekends noon-6 p.m.. Lebruarv'-December. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year s. 10 Ashb\ Road (Rt 6()S, off Rt. 231). Sperrvville; call (540) 687-3164, t>mail: smokehouseoearthhnk.net f Unicom Winery lTie Unicorn Winery specializes m pnxiucmg premium Virginia varietal wines. Stop in sometime and take a stroll through the vineyard. Xou can plop down on the banks See WINERIES, Page 53 Photo by Richa'd Lykes Grapes like to grow in Rappahannock County TLttic ‘Treasures Come brozvse our barge sebection of primitive and Victorian Antique furniture and decorating accessories. We feature Tibgrim Candbes, tarts and burners. dor the collectors, we carry a farge sefection of Renton (J(ass and ‘J{pu>e Tottery. Antiques and neiv items arrive u>eekjy. Attic ‘Treasures is focated 0.5 mifes east of Sperryviffe on route 211. Open Wednesday - Saturday 9:00 - 5:00 540-987-9463

nrnraocrrrwwi^fTirrTmTtTtTr YOoodviUe The town ot Woodville was established bv an act of the (General Assembly in 1803, and a post office was established the same yerr. It is generally believed that the town was named for the Rev. John Woodville, who came to St. Mark's Parish in 1794. All of the original streets were given tree names. Woodville was a thriving aim muni tv in 1833, when Rappahannock County was formed, and was given serious consideration as the county seat. Washington was chosen as the county seat, it'is said, , because it was more centrally located in the new county. In November 1863, Ceil. John S. Mosby, CSA, established his headquarters in the town of Woodville. In 1929, Woodville was struck by a major tornado. Photographs from the Sons of the South website Col. John S. Mosby is shown here as a young man in his Confederate uniform in 1863 where he established a camp in Woodville. The later portrait shows him at the age of 80. The Mosby Rangers were active throughout this area during the f Civil War. WE BUY m SELL Bi TRADE BOOKS BASEBALL CARDS • FICTION-NON-FICTION • CHILDREN'S HARDCOVER-PAPERBACK • COMICS Mon.-Sat 10 AM - 8 PM; Sun. 12 PM - 5 PM « WATERLOO STATION SHOPPING CNTR. On the Bypass, Warrenton, Virginia 540-347-4111

Wineries From Page 51 ot the Rappahannock nver tor a picnic or enjoy a glass ot our award-winning \riognier or Chardonnav on the deck overlooking our sceruc koi-stocked pond Open weekends year-round and otter tastings and tours; Open 11-b* Saturdav-Sunday 12-5 Fnday 489;CMd Bndge Road Amissville, VA. 20106 (540) 3495885 www urucom winery, com AI eaibxf TO indies t Chrysalis Vineyards 2387b Champe Ford Road Middleburg, VA 20117 540) 687-8222 www chrv saliswme.com f Linden Vineyards 5708 Harrels Comer Road Linden. VA 22t42 1540) 364-1997 www linden vineyards. com f Mediterranean Cellars 8295 Falcon Glen Road Warren ton, VA 20186 (540) 428-1984 www mediterraneancellars com f Naked Mountain Vineyard 2747 Leeds Manor Road Markham. VA 22643 (540) 364-1609 www nakedmtn.com t Oasis Winery 14141 Hume Road Hume YA 22639 (540) 635-7627 vs'ww oasiswine com t Old House Vineyards 18351 Corky's Lane Culpeper, VA 22701 1540) 423-1032 www ol dhouse vinev ard s. com 1 Pearmund Cellars t?l90 Georgetown Road Gadino Cellars is the newest winery in Rappahannock County Shown here are Aleta Gadino and Derek and Stephanie Pross as they look forward to its grand opening in July 2005. MOSER FUNERAL HOME v/ V i . • 233 Broadview Ave., Warren ton 540-347-3431 • 800-64"-055" • Compint Fu r, rrasrrr i:c: • Frier Fro:rcurr Fnarranarw.cn: //'. a:d at f )Ui Auburn mill / umfnril hi! •Similr Stirs •Itinnly hits • I‘rrjirlnil 11/ I nt/nu rtl • .Mrturn ml: tttnl Monuments Itruilublr fur till irnirtrrtc! Broad Run, VA 20317 (540) 347-3475 www pea rm und oe liars com ? Piedmont Vineyards and Winery 254o-D Halfw ay Road' Nliddleburg, YA2011? 1540) 687-552* www piedmontwines com f Prince Michel Vineyards 154 Winerv Lane Leon. YA 22 “25 < NX' rsoowiNE www pnncemiche'. corn. 1 Rogers Ford Farm Winery 14^74 Rogers Ford Read Sumerduck. \ A 22“52 1540 • 43'*-?“’'“ www rogers; ord wine com. f Swedenburg Vineyard 235^5 V. men- Lane Middlebur^ \ A 2‘ ww w s w eo emu r £ w uvrs ocm. i Three Fox Vineyards 10Mi Thr« -iDelaplanr -A- '.44 >. ...' ■ ' ■ * ■ - ' - - - ~ f Veramar Vineyard Virginia^ i,- for Lovers Tareq Salani has partnered his love of wine making with his passion for poio. His Oasts W'nery r,as vaulted Virginia s wine reputation. 1 67 W. Lee Hwy., Warrenton • 540:347-2000I

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