Rappahannock News, October 13, 2005

"I * 3> s r 3 q (ft K Benefit raises funds Gulf Coast victims ini.i By Richard Lyres Special to the Rappahannock News The tragedy that struck the Gulf Coast states from the winds and water of Hurricane Katrina has prompted a continuing and heartfelt effort by many committed Rappahannock citizens to reach out and help their neighbors in the South. The “Rappahannock Samaritans,” as the coalition of religious and secular organizations and individuals is being called, held its latest fundraising event on Saturday evening at the Washington Fire Hall. Nearly $2,800 was raised from the event. Braving drenching rain in our own area, some 75 people attended a covered dish dinner to raise needed funds and awareness of the overwhelming nature of the problem: providing assistance for tens of thousands of increasingly depressed people who are both homeless and job-less. Guests at Saturday evening’s fundraiser were rewarded not only Route 600 dosed next week at the Hazel River Bridge On Tuesday, October 18, Route 600 in Rappahannock County will be closed to thru traffic between Route 681 and Route 608, near the Madison county line. VDOT crews plan to begin replacing the bridge over the Hazel River by 7 a.m. and to - reopen the road to traffic that evening, Residents should plan on using alternate routes through' . out the day-. ;v .’ r • “" Meetings & Notices • On Thursday, Oct. .13, the Washington Town Planning Commission, and ARB, will hold a joint meeting at 6 p.m. at the Town Hall, to review a proposed draft of the Historic District Ordinance. • On Wednesday, Oct. 19 the Rappahannock County Planning Commission will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the county courthouse on Gay Street. Old business RZ#05-08-02 Salvano Village Commercial rezoning New Business Resolution Proposing Ordinance Amendment Regarding Package Sewage Treatment Plants* Discussion of Permit Submission requirements Informational Building permit report* • On Monday, Oct. 24 the Town Council and Planning Commission of the Town of Washington will hold a Public Hearing at 7:30 p.m. at Town Hall on the proposed revision of the Comprehensive Plan. There being no business to be brought before them, and after consultation with the Chair, the regular October Board of Zoning Appeals meeting has been cancelled. • On Wednesday, Oct. 26 the Rappahannock-Rapidan Regional Commission will meet at 1 p.m at the Rappahannock-Rapidan Regional Commission offices, 420 Southridge Parkway, Suite 106, Culpeper, VA 22701. Rappahannock News P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747 (540) 675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) JOINING IN: Picking up the rhythm of the beautiful gospel singing and the spirit of the evening, Rachel Aylor and Catherine Adolfi clap their hands and sing out with evident joy. with a sumptuous buffet, but also with soul-moving gospel songs that filled the hall with singing and clapping. The musical entertainment was provided by the Promise Land Baptist Church Men’s Choir and the Eric Olsen Trio (known as “Intrepid See BENEFIT, Page A2 Photos by Richard Lykes MOVING: Rev. Anna Allsberry of Hopewell Baptist Church sang with the Promise Land Baptist • Men’s Choir to entertain and inspire guests at Saturday's benefit. Former basketball coach sentenced on indecent liberties charges By Alexandra Bogdanovic Rappahannock News Staff Writer An area basketball coach who pleaded guilty to an indecent liberties charge in connection with an alleged incident involving a Fauquier County teen earlier this year received his sentence Tuesday. At an afternoon hearing, Fauquier County Circuit Court Judge Jeffrey Parker heard statements from the victim's father and the offender’s father before rendering his decision. The victim's father testified that his daughter had trouble sleeping and that she "didn't even want to go near a basketball" since the alleged offense occurred. The girl's grades have slipped and she has received counseling since the incident, according to her father. Edwards' father testified that he was "shocked" and disappointed when he learned of the charge against his son. But he also said he would continue to support him and do whatever he [ couid to keep something similar from happening in the future. When all was said and done, Parker sentenced Waymond James Edwards Jr., 29, of Warrenton, to four years in prison with all but one year suspended. He will be on three years of supervised probation, subject to specific terms and conditions, once he is released. In addition to incarceration and probation, Edwards will face other consequences, the judge said. 'You will have to noisier with the | State Police as a sex onender and you will be prohibited from going within 100 feet of any school," Parker told him. "The stigma of being branded a sex offender will be with you for the rest of your life." Addressing Parker prior to sentencing, Edwards apologized to the victim' and her family, and said he takes full responsibility for his actions. See EDWARDS, Page A2 Chappell on warpath over school roof leaks By Bill Kossler Rappahannock News Staff Writer In the recent heavy rains several leaks appeared in the elementary school roof. School Superintendent Dr. Robert Chappell says the worst is in the cafeteria, in a part of the roof dating to 1996. Other leaks appeared in areas from 1993, and some, lesser leaks in roof work just completed. Chappell informed the School Board Tuesday evening that the current roof contractor, the Lantz Construction Company of Winchester Virginia, has denied responsibility, because they did not work on that part of the roof. The roof area in question is under warranty, and Chappell has called them and says he "experts them to come and say it's because of folks tramping around on the roof. “ There may be some discussion' over who is responsible, but we are going to get this repaired. Another small portion is in a part of the roof worked on in '93, and the third company involved with that work will be contacted shortly. Chappell noted all parts of the roof are under one warranty or another. Native son home safe School Board chairman Wesley Mills announced at the beginning of the meeting, that Secretary to the Superintendent, Mrs. Mel Paratore’s son Frank Paratore is returning from Iraq, safe and sound. This met with good wishes to Paratore and her son, and a moment of good cheer and warm feelings for his safe homecoming. College guidance intern speaks Paige Coombs of Headwaters introduced Taylor Wood, the new college guide working with the school’s Next Step program. Wood just graduated from the University of Virginia and is interning with Rappahannock public schools through a grant from the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation. Wood addressed the board. "I just graduated in May and have been here since August working with Miranda Hope. We've been putting together packets of lists of colleges, helping with essays and applications, See BOARD, Page A2 Homecoming royalty The rulers of Rappahannock County High School for a weekend, seniors Jason Jenkins and Cburtney Hutcheson (left) were crowned king and queen with great ceremony and a great deal of blue ribbons on Saturday night. Allison Antony and Matt Lawrey (right) reigned as prince and princess over the evening's festivities. Photos courtesy of Janet Long On the Porch Alaina Breeden has realized her dream of opening her own shop in Sperryville. See Page B5 Irish roots This popular duo is back to perform at the Theatre with lyrical Celtic music. See Page B1 Fall flowers This weekend is the 49th Annjal Dried Flower Sale and Home Tour. See Page B1. Mississippi bound Bob Wellemeyer and friends visited the devastated Gulf Coast area. Read about local efforts. See Page A8.

Water and Sewer Authority adds Mike Brown yrvP" By Bill Kossu^V' Rappahannock News S^tiffjWriter Michael L. Browft has been appointed to the;’Water and Sewer Authority pf Rappahannock County. The .authority, under the auspices of the Rappahannock Board" of. Supervisors, oversees the operation and maintenance of the water treatment facility in Sperryviflei The Tbwn of Washington also pays the authority, under contract, to aid with testing of the town's water. BroSyn^ihe owner of B & B Service Ctaner in Sperryville, was raised^® Rappahannock, and his famimhas been in the area for generations. Commenting oi;]the addition, Authority Qhairman Eugene Leggett %ati: "I think he's going to kfeyft valuable asset, becauaS^Jiehas got the history JShitJtetdtground, and knows 'all the people. So I think it will work out well." Bill Kossler can be reached at bkossler@timespapers.com Edwards From Page A1 Edwards was initially charged with "animate object sexual penetration" after authorities investigated the incident that apparently occurred this March. He was indicted on and pleaded guilty to the indecent liberties charge in May. Edwards had reportedly coached JV girls basketball at Fauquier High School, and applied for the head coach position when it became available, but wasn't hired. He also coached at Highland School in Warrenton for two years, and then went to Wakefield Country Day School as an assistant girls basketball coach this past season. He faces similar charges in Rappahannock County later this month. CLIMB ABOARD: Tanner Perry climbed into a fire truck during an educational visit by members of the Flint Hill Fire and Rescue Squad on Tuesday as part of National Fire Prevention Week. Rappahannock News Staff Photos/Jan Clatterbuck FIRE PREVENTION: Assistant Chief Michael Williams educated students on fire and emergency procedures. ROOM TO GROW: Gabriel Williams has plenty of room to grow in this firefighter suit. Wakefield students learn about fire safety By Jan Clatterbuck Rappahannock News Staff Writer > As part of National Fire Prevention Week from October 9 to October 15, members of Flint Hill Fire and Rescue Squad visited Wakefield Country Day School in Huntly to educate them on fire and emergency procedures. A fire truck was on hand at the event and Assistant Chief Michael Williams demonstrated the vehicles' capabilities and explained the different pieces of equipment. All children had the chance to climb inside the big red fire truck. Williams demonstrated each step with the smoke detector telling them to make sure working smoke alarms are on all levels of the homes. They should be tested once a month to make sure they are working and batteries should be replaced once a year. “A smoke detector can save your life,” emphasized Williams. Plan and practice a home-escape plan He also demonstrated in case of fire, to stay low, crawl to safety, feel the door, never open a hot door, leave by another exit, plan ahead, know the quickest and safest way out and call 911 from the nearest phone outside the building. All students received a fire hat and a goodies bag with a coloring book, ruler, stickers and Fire Safety Book. The children learned that everyone has a role in fire safety. A reminder for all of us, to change our smoke alarm batteries when we change our clocks back to standard time, which occurs on Sunday, October 30. Benefit From Page A1 Jazz”). Judy Reidinger, who organized the musical entertainment, played the guitar and sang as well. Rev. Phil Bailey of the Washington Baptist Church acted as master of ceremonies for the evening. He noted that the “Rappahannock Samaritans” are a group of local churches and others who are committed to assisting their fellow Americans in such an extraordinary time of need. The work of this coalition is being refined as events unfold, but the goal is to raise funds to help displaced families either in their home states, or here—if they choose to accept our hospitality Bailey noted that among many initiatives in the county,'consid erable aid has already been raised and sent to the area, including some $10,000 raised by the Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church of Scrabble. Moving first-hand stories told Powerful first-hand stories of devastation and unspeakable grief—and yet hope^—were told by two Rappahannock citizens who actually went down to the disaster area to offer their assistance. Among the most moving stories were those told by Barbara Adolfi, a mental health counselor from Sperryville. 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Suddenly, in one fell swoop, all this was taken away from them, including homes, loved ones, precious memories, and a livelihood. In their counseling sessions, survivors told Adolfi of their fears and sheer exasperation of survival—working with FEMA and insurance adjusters, trying to find food and shelter, and in the end, trying to adjust to communal living—sometimes 15 to a house. Bill Jarrett of Flint Hill, who traveled with Jim Gannon and Dave Kerr, to investigate the needs in the Bay St. Louis area of Mississippi, reported on efforts by St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Little Washington to “adopt” St. Ann’s parish. This sister church was largely destroyed and needs help with rebuilding and assistance for their homeless parishioners. Jarrett’s group also witnessed unspeakable devastation and human suffering and likened it to a war zone. Every family they met had a sad and compelling story. Yet there was faith and hope that these resilient people can recover and rebuild their fives. In the words of Castleton resident Jim Gannon who wrote movingly of his experience, “We are pff to a good start A r but much remains to be done.” Organizers and contributors to Katrina benefit A very long list of churches, civic groups, and individuals contributed untold hours and food to make this event a success. Among the churches were Trinity Episcopal, Washington Baptist, St. Peter’s Catholic, First Baptist, Promise Land Baptist, Macedonia Baptist, Amissville Methodist, Woodville Baptist, Hopewell Baptist, Shiloh Baptist, Amissville Baptist, Chester Gap Baptist, Flint Hill Methodist, Flint Hill Baptist, and Reynolds Memorial Baptist. Civic groups, including the Lions Club, the Garden Club, and the Boy and Girl Scouts of Rappahannock also contributed their efforts. Many individuals, including Louise Eastham and numerous others, as well as area businesses, provided food or services, including the Inn at Little Washington. Contributions to assist this ongoing effort can be made either to (1) Trinity Episcopal Church, (2) Washington Baptist Church, or (3) the Lions Club who all will collect funds for this effort. For further information call Trinity Episcopal Church at (540) 675 3716. Board From Page A1 working on JMU (James Madison University) and UVA trips and student tours. We are trying to give them an idea of what they may want for college. Ibday I met with a group of 7th graders to help give them an early exposure to thinking about college. It's already been a great experience." Senior pushes for community center Rappahannock County High School senior Rebecca Oyster spoke, saying she and others have been "trying to get a community center set up for students and younger college students" in the county. Oyster began this project earlier this year, and a letter outlining the idea appeared in the Rappahannock News in March. She related that high school principal Roger Mello has supported her efforts and offered fund raising suggestions such as holding a benefit concert. Oyster expressed a hope that the board would consider and find ways to support her efforts to acquire a location 1 ^MOCK ANIMAL WELFADr_ ****** ——j£ un, games & prizes in Sperryville 10:00 am - 4:00 pm for mors info Shotfor 540937*3283 Sarah Van Dam 540987*7263 www.rawtdog&arg and funds for the youth center. Governor's School report Chairman Mills reported on the most recent meeting of regional school officials working out plans for a regional Governor's School, with an advanced curriculum for select area students. He urged the board to read over, and be prepared to sign agreement documents by the November school board meeting. Mills said, "The document is the constitution defining the body (of the school)... In order to get the documents to the Department of Education at the correct time, they must be signed by the November board meeting" and delay beyond then would postpone the project many more months. Mills and Chappell both noted that there were several other factors, including delayed action by any of the other area counties involved in the Governor's School, that could delay the project as well. Chappell opined further that “next Fall might be too short a time frame to be ready” although he did not oppose immediate approval of the mutual agreement document establishing the framework for a future school. Places at the proposed Governor's school would be allocated by school population. Rappahannock would have four reserved seats under current plans, and would be obligated to pay around $3500 per student, or some $14,000. School board member Rosa Crocker expressed support for the idea of advanced curricula, but expressed concern that separating out some students for a completely different educational experience “runs counter to some basic school principles”. She said she was in favor of "facilitating opportunity for students, although it (the Governor's School) is spending a lot for a very few students.” Crocker went on to praise the work Headwaters has done with mini-grants for innovative teachers, the Next Step college guidance program, the Farm-to-Table program and curriculum enrichment within the local schools. We are pleased to welcome Kimberley Nichols, MD, as an anesthesiology and pain management specialist at Blue Ridge Anesthesia and Pain Services. Dr. Nichols is board eligible in anesthesiology and pain management and recently relocated to this area from Chapel Hill, N.C. Dr. Nichols is a medical graduate of the University of North Carolina School of Medicine at Chapel Hill. She completed her internship and residency in ant v! lesiology at the University of North Carolina Healthcare system and in June 3005, completed her fellowship at UNC jn pain management. She specializes in the evaluation of acute and chronic pain and its treatment, including epidural injections, selective nerve root blocks, joint injections and othyr modalities of treatment. Dr. N ichoU will hold office hours each Wednesday and alternating Thursdays in the Blue Ridge Anesthesia and Pain Services offices located on the second floor of Culpeper Surgical Center. For more information about anesthesia and pain management services at Culpeper Regional Hospital, logon to www.culpeperhospital.com Kimberley R. Nichols, MD Blue Ridge Anesthesia and Pain Services 541<Sunset Lane, Culpeper VA 22701 To make an appointment with Dr. Nichols, please contact her Culpeper office at (540) 829-8846. Culpeper Regional Hospital S3 Promoting health Preserving community. www.culpeperhospital.com

Rappahannock learns about terror By Monty Tayloe Rappahannock News Staff Writer “Many of you may have thought that as soon as you got rid of [Osama Bin-Laden], slam dunk, problem gone. You are wrong,” explained former CIA operations officer and terrorism lecturer Brian Fairchild, speaking before a gathering of the Culpeper Minutemen chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) at the Rappahannock County Public Library on Tuesday. Fairchild spoke to the group about the often misunderstood relationship between Islam and terrorism, ' attaching meanings to some of the vocabulary words that often flash across cable news channel headline tickers. “This is something we need to understand. We wanted to increase our understanding,” said DAR member Jane Volchansky. The Culpeper Minutemen, which is made up of DAR members from Culpeper, Madison, and Rappahannock counties, had been seeking an expert to educate them on terrorism and Islam since last year but all their prior attempts had fallen through. Fairchild gives versions of the same talk he gave the DAR to law enforcement officials and FBI agents as part of his work with the Higgins Counterterrorism Research Center. His talk focuses on dispelling myths about Islam and Islamic terrorists, and giving listeners a historical reference point for the current events they read about every day. History class Fairchild's informative lecture explained the relationship between Islam and terrorism in stages, first explaining the basics of the religion and then showing how very specific groups within the larger scope of Islam have diverged through history, creating extremist organizations such as AIQuaeda. “Most Muslims are fine upstanding people, the bad guys are a minority. Unfortunately they are a minority in the millions. The bad guys have hijacked the religion,” began Fairchild's lecture. Fairchild was careful to give DAR listeners a context for this information, pointing out fundamental differences in the ways Islam affects the daily lives of most of its practitioners compared to Christianity or Judaism. “Most Muslims take religion as the primary aspects of their fives. Most Americans are different. We tend to fit our INFORMATION IS A WEAPON: Fairchild and the DAR believe that a public better informed about terrorism can better fight it. Rappahannock News Stall Photo/Monty Tayloe religion around our secular lives.” Fairchild illustrated this with the Islamic requirement that practitioners pray five times daily towards Mecca. While most American Christians think of spiritual matters only on Sunday, practitioners of Islam are repeatedly throughout the day reminded of their beliefs. “You wake up and you pray, and then you go to work and just as you start to get into that secular work mode, it’s time to pray again,” explained Fairchild. Besides outlining the basic practice of Islam, Fairchild's talk was about the history of the religion. He explained the origins of the split between the Sunni and Shia Muslims, which goes back to a battle for the succession of the leadership of Islam after the death of the prophet Muhammad in the seventh century. Fairchild compared this split within Islam to similar divisions within Christianity between Protestants and Catholics. Religious hijackers After giving his audience a historical framework, Fairchild went on to explain how further fractures within Islam resulted in the creation of several smaller sects, analogous to the Protestant denominations like Lutherans or Christian Scientists. One of these Islamic sects, Wahhabism, is the official religion of Saudi Arabia. “Wahhabism is a virulent, violent version of Islam. It's anti-west, anti-secular, and anti-Jewish. Saudi Arabia is not our friend,” said Fairchild. According to Fairchild, Wahhabism and similar movements within Islam led to the foundation in Egypt in 1928 of The Muslim Brotherhood, an organization that Fairchild says is responsible for the ideology behind Al-Queda, Hammas, and similar Islamic terror groups. According to Fairchild, this ideology is a threat greater than specific individuals or organizations. “We're not fighting a war on terror. We'r^ fighting a war on ideology. As long as we have that ideology out there, as long TOWN OF WASHINGTON TOWN COUNCIL & PLANNING COMMISSION JOINT PUBLIC HEARING: PROPOSED 2005 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN NOTICE OF INTENTION TO ADOPT REVISED COMPREHENSIVE PLAN The Town Council and Planning Commission of the Town of Washington, Virginia, in accordance with §15.2-2204, §15.2-2223, and §15.3-2225 through §15.2-2228 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, shall hold a public hearing on Monday, October 24, 2005, at 7:30 PM, at the Town hall in Washington, Virginia, to consider the proposed revised Comprehensive Plan for the Town of Washington prepared over the past year by the Planning Commission and the Town Council’s intention to adopt the revised Comprehensive Plan. The revised Comprehensive Plan is a general, long range plan dealing with all aspects of zoning and physical development within the Town of Washington. Its revisions include, among other things, policies to implement sewer service within the Town, policies for connection to the sewer system, a Rural Preservation zoning classification for areas currently zoned Rural Residential with a maximum density of one unit per five acres unless a special use permit is granted, a transportation policy to maintain the current 2x5 road grid, provision of an Historic District Ordinance to preserve the historic designation and characteristics of the Town and development standards for new and infill building. The entire proposed plan should be inspected by interested parties. Copies of the plan are available for public inspection during normal business hours at the County Administration Office, and the Town Hall, at 290 and 485 Gay Street, respectively. All interested persons are invited to attend and present their views. Written comments will be accepted at the Town Hall, PO Box 7, Washington, VA 22747, until the conclusion of the Hearing. as we focus on only the most obvious aspects, we're not going to win.” explained Fairchild. Fighting Ignorance Public confusion about who or what America is fighting against in the war on terror is what compelled Fairchild, along with two colleagues, tofound the Higgins Counterterrorism Research Center to educate rank and file law enforcement and military about Islam and terrorism. The center is a not for profit organization started four years ago after 9/11. “It's a public service thing. The first year we were pro bono, and even now our fee is very small,” explained Fairchild. While Fairchild has trained more than 7,000 law enforcement officials on these subjects, this speech before the Culpeper Minutemen was his first such talk to the general public. “We want them to be able to make informed decisions about these issues. I want you to be able to ask your congressmen questions about Wahhabism and dismiss him when he has no idea.” explained Fairchild. “We haven't taken care of the problem, and we don’t have it figured out. Education is the most important thing.” The audience for Fairchild's talk, primarily composed of DAR members and a few guests, was very responsive to his lecture. Following his talk, several DAR members expressed regret that they hadn't recorded the lecture to play for people that were not present. For more information on the Higgins Counterterrorism Research Center and Brian Fairchild, contact Monty Tayloe at mtayloe@timespapers.com Taxing and spending in Rappahannock Editor's Note: This is the first in a series of articles exploring real estate assessmen t and your taxes. By Bill Kossler Rappahannock News Staff Writer If you own land in Rappahannock, you should have recently received your real estate property tax statement in the mail, and may be wondering why it is more this year than last year. Contrary to one popular perception, steep increases in land value in recent years have nothing to do with the increase. Assessment is an important part of determining your tax, and a new assessment is going on right now, but it will take effect in the next cycle. But counter-intuitively, increased land values don't increase your tax. Every time the county reassesses land, it automatically reduces the tax rate to get the same amount of revenue as before. Each year the Rappahannock Board of Supervisors, (BOS) with the County Administrator, figure out how much money they need to raise for the year's expenses, and set the property tax rate at the level that should give them the amount they need. If they need more than the last year, they hold budget hearings and vote on a tax increase. If they need the same amount, they adjust the rate so the tax revenue raised by it is about the same. If you are a farmer or have land in a conservation easement, you may pay a lower tax based upon land use value rather than upon sale price of the land- and if you are a farmer, you know all about that. But for most people, for homeowners, you pay the amount determined by the most recent assessment and this year's rate. Rate increases The year before last, the property tax rate was 70 cents for every hundred dollars of property value. Last year, the rate was 72 cents per hundred . dollars of assessed land value. This year, the BOS increased the rate to 80 cents. If your house is assessed at $175,000, you paid $1,225 the year before last, $1,260 last year, and this year you owe $1,400. What caused these increases? The short answer is spending increases. But what sort of spending increases, and why? The short answer: we are spending more to get and keep qualified teachers in the public school system. The long answer is more complicated. Pay increases led spending The county's spending was $15,759,950 in fiscal year 2004, $17,057,033 in fiscal 2005 and is expected to be $18,531,500 in the current, 2006 fiscal year. (The fiscal calendar runs July to July, and is dated for the year in which it ends.) About half that money comes from local taxes, and half from state and federal sources. For each of the last two years, spendingand as a result, taxing- has increased by a little over eight percent- somewhat less than a $1.5 million each year. The reasons for the increases are different for each of the two years. County Administrator John McCarthy says those increases were due "mostly (to) school salaries, county employee salaries and the sheriffs office". Budget figures bear this out. Ignoring the school system for a moment; moderate pay increases for county employees, increases in insurance costs and retirement plan costs for the jail, court, sheriffs office and county government mounted up to several hundred thousand dollars of increased spending, almost entirely in the budget two years ago. Spending to keep teachers The school system is by far the biggest beast in the county corral, consuming more than 60 percent of all county spending. As a result it had the biggest impact on budget increases. In 2004, the school budget was $9,627,572, in fiscal 2005, $10,185,241 and in the current 2006 fiscal calendar spending is projected t< ■ be $11,207,832. Of that amount, nearly three quarters goes in the category of "instruction" REPUBLICAN FOR DELEGATE “I grew up in the 15th District. As a career prosecutor, I have fought to protect my fellow Virginians from dangerous criminals. 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Without salary increases, teacher. turnover would increase and teacher quality might decrease. Over the two years, school spending increased by $1.5 million. More than a million of that is due to increased salaries, and almost all of the rest is the first debt payment on last year's $4 million dollar school construction bond. Cleaning foul water Lastly, the unavoidable cost of treating foul water, called "leachatethat seeps from the Amissville landfill has more than tripled to $180,000 since last year. Your increased property tax paid for pay increases to teachers and county employees, debt service on a bond for school construction and cleaning dirty water. Increased property values did not cause your tax to increase. But they have triggered property reassessment. Next time: Your county property assessment, what is happening, how it happens, and what you can do about it if you think it's wrong. 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-Eappafjattnocb JSetosiEstablished 1877 An Independent Newspaper Published Every Thursday ARTHUR W. ARUNDEL, PUBLISHER Anita L. Sherman, Editor Peter W. Arundel, President John T. Toler, Executive Vice President _ Jan Clatterbuck, Office Manager To Subscribe Phone (540) 675-3338 BY MAIL: $21 a year in Rappahannock County $27 a year elsewhere in the United States Back Copies: Recent 2 months, 50 cents Older copies to 1960, $5 (as available) Office: 249 Main Street, Washington, Va. Mailing address: P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747-0059 Telephone (540) 675-3338 Fax: (540) 675-3088 e-mail: asherman@timespapers.com Hours: 8:30 a m. to 5 p.m.. Monday-Friday Member. Audit Bureau of Circulations www.TimesCommunity.com THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13,2005 Our View Investing Public schools take their share of hits and the two public schools in this county are no different. Even though they are blessed with a much smaller school population than surrounding counties, they are still vulnerable to big-time ailments. They are plagued with construction woes like leaky roofs and classrooms that are too hot or too cold and a staff that is underpaid and overworked. With most county residents being in their senior years, forking.out money to educate this county's youth is often met with indifference, arrogance or annoyance. Where's our money going? Are they handling it right? What are they doing over there? Nurturing young minds takes time. It also takes the support and encouragement of a whole community to make it happen. What we do collectively, how we partner with those we've entrusted our children to is an investment in what we hope to be a fine future. It should be everyone's concern what kind of children our schools turn out after 12 years or more of public school education. Are they good citizens? Are they committed to giving back to their coihmunity? Can they survive out there? Make the grade? Support a family? It takes time. It takes money. The doctor you see, the mechanic that fixes your car, the musician that delights you at an evening's entertainment, the soldier that goes to war for you, . the artist whose work you purchase, and the deputy that comes when you call were all school students once and depended on their teachers, parents and community to get them through. - Rappahannock County is a unique place to live. There is no question about that. It's a wonderful place to raise children and watch them grow. They are a long-term gain that everyone will profit and benefit from. Let's be bullish with this investment. Keep the orange They're everywhere. They are dotting the county's horizon like large gumdrops. They come in a myriad of sizes. Some of them are white. Most of them are orange. Some have a handle or come dimpled. You can bake them in a pie or carve them with a knife or you can add them to a bale of hay and a stalk . of com. Pumpkins! Make sure you get one...no, get several and have a party. 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). Letters Paintings by Washington artist Geneva Welch Please accept our apology Inadvertently, the name of well-known local artist Geneva Welch was not included in the Rappahannock News listing of participants in our November art event. Sponsored by RAAC, and well publicized throughout this region, the Artists of Rappahannock County Studio and Gallery Tbur takes place the weekend of Nov. 5-6. The Geneva Welch Gallery, where her work in both oil and watercolor can be seen and purchased, is most definitely a part of the tour. Located on Main Street in Washington, she will be open, as will 9 other galleries, both days from 10-5. We regret that her name did not appear in the article, and feel sure many will want to visit her gallery during this first ever, county-wide art event. Lois Manookian Planning Committee Washington Readers were misinformed I am responding to an article in last weeks 10-06-05 Rappahannock News that was written by Bill Kossler. The article on the legalization of crossbow hunting in Virginia was very accurate and informative for the first half. However; in the second half Bill stated that hunting from a treestand with a crossbow is prohibited. It further stated that Ken Carter from the Trading Post Gun Store was particularly concerned about hunters being injured who may haul cocked crossbows up onto treestands, despite the legal prohibitions. I was appalled when I read this and immediately reverified my interpretations of the Virginia game regulations on the internet site www.dgif.virginia.gov. Crossbows in treestands are not prohibited. They are legal in treestands just like compound bows, muzzleloaders, shotguns and rifles, where applicable. I even made a phone call to the VDGIF information service and triple checked myself the next day. They reassured me that the same exact rules and regulations apply to crossbow hunting as any other type of bow. As a matter of fact, the regulations have a special section called "General Crossbow Safety Tips". They are very informative and should be read by all hunters. Here are three of the suggested tips. • They recommend that you cock your crossbow on the ground verses attempting to cock it in the treestand. • Always use a haul line to raise and lower items from the stand unloaded. • Manufacturers recommend that you go to the bottom of your stand to cock your crossbow between shots. There are also sections covering crossbow use, frequently asked questions and a link to view the final regulation amendments adopted June 23, 2005 and effective August 24, 2005. There is also a Director's Column from September 2005 from Colonel W. Gerald Massengill-Interim Director. Manufactured temporary treestands have been proven to be safer than homemade wooden stands that may damage trees and over time become weak and unsightly from the elements. The Game Commission and crossbow manufacturers encourage you to use treestands for hunting. Modem treestands allow hunters to remain sedentary for long periods of time while remaining reasonably comfortable. They also provide the hunter with a backstop for arrows or bullets to hit the ground after your shot passes through the animal. Many stands have a shooting rail to rest your crossbow or gun on. Shot placement is the key to ethical and humane game harvesting. Hunting success depends on eliminating or minimizing four potential barriers. First and most obvious, your weapon must be dependable and shoot accurately. Second, you must be able to hold steady on your target. Third, your projectile must fly straight. And, finally, you must judge distances accurately. If you do not or cannot deal effectively with these barriers, you will not be successful in the field. The thing that appealed to me most to purchase and hunt with a crossbow was the fact that I could use it and share it with my children in my "Buddy Stands" that are built for two people. This allows us to enjoy our hunting experiences and have some quality time outdoors with the wildlife. They have been going with me all of their lives and almost everyone knows that hunting is a passion for me and has been a major part of my life for the past thirty years. Our family eats and shares our harvest with our friends all year long. I am constantly cultivating new hunting prospects and couldn't imagine living and hunting in a better part of the country. Ken Norman Tiger Valley Road Washington What’s in a name? Some of you may have read the editorial entitled “Forming Alliances” in last week’s Rappahannock News. As stated in the editorial, “some members of the [Washington Hospitality and Visitors Association] are a bit concerned that the Sperryville Business Alliance has elected to change its name [to Rappahannock Business Alliance], Using ‘Rappahannock’ implies an inclusiveness that not all members necessarily agree with.” These statements may lead readers to believe that Washington’s business association is not inclined to work with Sperryville’s. As business owners in Washington and as participants in both business associations, we see the need for an alliance between the two, but we also understand the purpose of having separate organizations to support the specific needs of each town. For example, the WHVA is working to revive the traditional “Christmas in Little Washington” event that has taken place in prior years. We certainly wouldn’t expect Spenyville business owners to volunteer their time to plan, promote, and participate in this event with the same dedication as Washingtonians. However, a future farmer’s market, for example, would be a countywide effort. If we were to organize such an event, we’d hope that the two business associations would join forces. So.. .whats in a name? While it may or may not be appropriate for Sperryville Business Alliance to call itself the Rappahannock Business Alliance, it’s not our place to tell them what to call their organization. In the end, we’re glad to see that two motivated groups of business owners are working toward similar goals to preserve and promote what is special about Rappahannock County. If an alliance forms in the future, all the better. John and Diane MacPherson Foster Harris House Bed and Breakfast Tbur d’Epicure Virginia Cycling Adventures Washington Support urged for Jim Biubaugh In this year's election, Rappahannock voters will be asked to chose between two candidates for the 15th District seat in the House of Delegates. The right choice and the wise choice is our own Jim Blubagh, Rappahannock County native. Jim has lived in Rappahannock for over 25 years, his children went to school here, Jim and his wife, Elizabeth, a former schoolteacher, run a small business from their home in Washington. They have three children, including a son in the navy. Before moving here, Jim worked for the CIA, back when it got things right. Now that the sprawl from northern Virginia has spread right up to the county line, it is vitally important to have someone in Richmond who knows what matters to us. We need someone who knows what a tough time counties have trying to fund education with not nearly enough help from Richmond. We need someone who knows how critical clean air and clean water is to our local economy. We need someone who knows how important it is to keep land open for hunting and fishing. We need someone who can give • mr county the tools it needs to control growth so that we can still tell where Fauquier and Culpeper end and Rappahannock begins. We need Jim Blubaugh in Richmond to make all these things happen. Jim's opponent, Tbdd Gilbert, is a nice young man, but if he goes to Richmond, he will be just another cog in the Republican machine, in service to an agenda not our own. Democracy only works if you show up. On November 8th, show up at the polls and vote for Jim Blubaugh. Fred Schaefer Sperryville On blowing a tire in Rappahannock Recently, on my way to the dump in Amissville, I blew a tire near Massie's Comer. Moments later two young landscape gardeners stopped asking if they could help. They gave me a lift to the Co-op so I could use the phone to call B&B Service Center and was told by Mike Brown that their wrecker driver was returning from ' Front Royal and would stop by the truck en route. Since I had the keys with me I started walking back toward Massie's Comer and was picked up by Capt. Brown of the Sheriffs Office and driven to my truck. I thanked him and settled down to wait for the B&B truck. While I was waiting David Frye made a U-tum and asked if he could help. Then Major Williams, also of our Sheriff s Office, stopped to check if everything was okay. Major Williams called his office who called Mike Brown and was told the wrecker driver had already stopped by and found the truck locked. While Major Williams was calling a State Trooper stopped to help. David Frye offered to drive me to Sperryville to deliver the keys to B&B. Mike Brown then lent me a truck to get home. It's really fun telling this litany to our city guests - makes you proud to live in Rappahannock, doesn't it? Gentlemen, thank you one and all. Norman Cartwright-Brown Congratulations Rappahannock County On September 20, Rappahannock County High School hosted a GED Test Out at their facility. This was the Official Practice Test (OPT) for the GED. Over half of those taking the OPT passed,in Rappahannock County and were awarded a voucher for a free GED test as part of the GED Test Out Program. On September 26 and 27 those adults took the free GED test in Rappahannock County and all passed the GED test. I would like to thank Dr. Robert Chappell, superintendent of Rappahannock County Schools for his support and hosting of the OPT and the GED test, Susan Fox for administering the OPT and coordinating the GED te,st, and Denise Vogt, Chief GED Examiner, for coming to Rappahannock County to give the GED test. Without their help and support, this test would not have been possible. The GED Test Out will be given again in October and November and I look forward to the results of those tests for Rappahannock County. Margaret Buraker Regional Director/Specialist - Adult Education Rapidan

Down Memory Lane From Back Issues of the Rappahannock News 40 YEARS AGO October 14,1965 Letters have been received this week from the American National Red Cross-Fauquier chapter, serving Rappahannock and Fauquier Counties, calling attention to the 1965 Fund Drive now in progress. In it were mentioned some of the services being undertaken in the local area. These are important and merit support. More far reaching are the needs of our servicemen and their families. Not since the Korean conflict has the American Red Cross been as busy helping servicemen and their families as it is today because of the situation in Viet Nam. Hurricane Betsy will require Red Cross relief expenditures exceeding $14 million, it was announced on October 6, as southern Louisiana victims continue to apply for ARC recovery aid. These two statements alone will prompt all Americans to want to share generously in financing relief to the suffering caused by disaster. Your American Red Cross is there! Let us help keep it there and wherever needed by contributing to this year's Fund Drive. 25 YEARS AGO October 2,1980 In his 50 years of snipping and trimming, Marion Watts has left a trail of hair that stretches from the Fiji Islands in the South Pacific to the Blue Ridge foothills of Rappahannock. A barber in the county for 36 years, Watts celebrated a half century in the business in September... Now the red and white pole goes round and round again in front of the apartment building next door to Washington’s post office, a flag marking one of the county's unofficial landmarks. Watts started his career at a Richmond barbering school in 1930. A native of Lynchburg, he set up shop first in Culpeper, a long way from home. But that was just the first jump. He put thousands and thousands of more miles between his barberchair and southwest Virginia with the outbreak of World War II. Death, Taxes and Haircuts One of the constants in this life is a regular haircut. Only baldies can ignore the clippers. Hair keeps right on growing through times of crisis, through depression, inflation, recession--and war. Without Marion Watts, hundreds of sailors in the pacific would have been forced to pull away from their gun sights to brush the hair out of their eyes. For 37 months, he barbered on the USS Massachusetts, a destroyer with a crew of 2,900. In between 27 major clashes at Formosa, Saipan, the Fiji Islands, New Guinea, Okinawa and other Pacific battle sites, Watts worked full time to keep hairlines in compliance with Navy regulations. 'We didn't necessarily have to cut it real short, just off their necks and off their ears" he reported. The war took priority over trims, of course, and during engagements with the enemy, "Mighty Mamie's" barbershop closed. Watts then traded his scissors for a battle station, manning phones on the third deck. Appointments were often interrupted. 'We were the first out and the first to leave" he said of the Massachusetts and her crew, noting that they never even struck land during their last year in action. . Watts left the Navy and her battlewagons behind at the close of World War II and returned to Virginia to open a barbershop in Washington, building the red brick office and apartments which now house the county's welfare department. ... Tbnsorial Artist Save Money on Your Virginia Income Taxes Land Tax Credits for Sale Last year, over 3,000 taxpayers saved millions of dollars by paying their Virginia income taxes with Land Preservation Tax Credits. The savings result from buying the credits at less than their full tax paying value. For instance, $5,000 of tax credits can be purchased for $4,000 saving you $1,000 when you pay your Virginia income tax. 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In 1968, a serious automobile accident interrupted his barbering for a year. After his recovery, he sold the red brick building in Washington and relocated, first in the Washington post office and then in Amissville. Ten years later, he came back to Washington, this time as the right-hand side, instead of the . left-hand side neighbor of the Rappahannock News. ... His star regular and oldest customer, Jack Campbell o£ Culpeper, got his first haircut 12Photo from the Rappahannock News Archives BARBER MARION WATTS granted a return engagement last week(1C80) to his first Rappahannock customer of 36 years ago, Paul Walker of Washington. September marked a half century in the "Clip Joint” business for Watts who has barbered in Washington, Amissville, Culpeper and across the Pacific Ocean. irom watts in iyaz at one ol Virginia s Conservation Corps Camps.... 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Hearthstone School News On September 29, the feast day of St. Michael the Archangel, Hearthstone School celebrated Michaelmas. The feast of St. Michael and All Angels (or Michaelmas) falls around the autumnal equinox, which marks the period when the nights begin getting longer and the earth begins to slow and cool with the approach of winter. During the Middle Ages, Michaelmas was a great religious feast and many popular traditions grew up around the day, which coincided with the harvest in much of Western Europe. Michaelmas was a time for celebrating light and growth and the summer season that was coming to an end. St. Michael came to be seen as the protector against the forces of the dark, and became very popular in the Middle Ages. It was during this time that St. George and the Dragon became a popular story. The dragon represented darkness and evil, and St. George was the earthly representation of St. Michael. Hearthstone’s celebration included a play performed by the first through fourth grades, reenacting St. George’s fight with the dragon. The middle school recited poetry, and the high school then recited poems they had composed, many with an autumn theme. Katrina Relief In other Hearthstone news, the high school classes have begun performing community service in Rappahannock County. One to two times per month, they depart from the school for several hours to assist elderly members of the community. Finally, Hearthstone School and the Rappahannock community recently sent a trailer full of donations to a relief center in Mississippi, in an area hit extremely hard by Hurricane Katrina. Donations included bottled water, bleach, blankets, laundry powder, shovels and other tools for clean up and reconstruction, toys, clothes, camping supplies and cleaning supplies. Bob Wellemeyer, a Hearthstone parent, drove a trailer IN RHYME: Fourth Graders (from l-r) Taesha Plonka, Maya Orenic, Miguel Lorenzo-Day and Skye Dixon recite poetry during the Michealmas Celebration. loaned by Luke Martin, also of Rappahannock County, to the Pass Christian Relief Center in Pass Christian, Mississippi. The Pine Lake Church operates this center in a suburb of Jackson. Mr. Wellemeyer recently returned from his trip, during which he assisted in various reconstruction efforts. The donations were deeply appreciated, as this Relief Center desperately needs help and has not received much assistance to date. We would very much like to thank all the members of our School and the Rappahannock community who dropped off donations. PLAY TIME: The second and fourth grades performed St. George and the Dragon. St. George, played by Jackson Heverly, duels with the dragon, played by fourth graders Skye Dixon, Taesha Plonka, Maya Orenic and Miguel Lorenzo-Day. To the left, second graders Jackson Strickler, Daniel Vaughn and Schuyler Reynolds watch the duel. IN VERSE: Highschoolefs recite their original poetry. From l-r, Victor RogersPhillips, Vanessa Dunn, Kerry Keane, Jack Coon, Brittany Dixon and Kaitlyn Doyle. Photos courtesy of Hearthstone School Auction and party planned for Child Care and Learning Center By Monica Worth Special to the Rappahannock News Volunteer leaders at Rappahannock’s Child Care and Learning Center (CCLC) have many attributes, but among the most prized is a sizable pick up truck. Weekend after weekend - and quite a few weekdays, too - dedicated board members scour the landscape for furniture, antiques, local art and other treasures to be auctioned at the group’s only fundraising event of the year, the Fall Auction and Party. Doors open for CCLC’s tenth annual event this November 12th at 5:30 p.m. at the Washington School on Mt. Salem Avenue in little Washington. A good eye for space is another winning quality in a CCLC leader. Two outdoor furniture sets, a primitive cabinet, a couple of rugs, country kitchen stools, an ornate threetier stand, outdoor ornaments, lamps - not to mention an array of beautiful antiques and fine furnishings, along with boxes and boxes of rare finds and fun handiwork - such is a typical load to be arranged, rearranged, and bungee’d for a ride to CCLC’s storage space, defying logic and the laws of physics, but not the will of a hardworking CCLC volunteer. A year's worth One full year in the making, each auction is a triumph of hunting and gathering, not to mention the elbow grease required to refresh and refurbish items so that they yield maximum value on behalf of the children CCLC serves. The huge undertaking is spearheaded by the Friends of CCLC, a committee of volunteers cochaired by Amy Burnett and Debbie Donehey. An entrance fee of $25 helps to cover the cost of a lavish spread of food and drink that is a much-anticipated part of the evening’s festivities. Mary Arthur’s Culinary Arts program from RCHS is responsible for all food preparation, giving students aspiring to a career in hospitality real-life experience in catering a large event. This year, guests will be invited to browse through the Sursum Corda Shoppe for already-priced antiques and collectibles, to sign up for any of the 40+ items and services available for bid at silent auction tables, and to get a closeup onstage look at the impressive array of items awaiting the live auction at 7 p.m. New for 2005 is a critical volunteer: Kathy Shumate of Kathy Shumate Auctions, who will be donating her services. Kathy is no stranger to fundraising auctions and will skillfully and enthusiastically coax guests to part with their checks, credit card balances and cash. Preview The traditional CCLC Preview Night will be offered on Friday, November 11th from 6-8 p.m. at the Washington School. Live and silent auction items 11 Kat*f to GED Regional Adult Education for PD #9 (Culpeper, Madison, Orange and Rappahannock Counties) ANNOUNCES GED TEST OUT IN OCTOBER FREE GED Practice Test The free GED Practice Test will be available at the following locations in Rapahannock County: Where _ Rappahannock County High School When Wednesday, October 19lh Time 5:00 p.m. - 9:15 p.m. PASS THE GED PRACTICE TEST QUALIFY TO TAKE THE ACTUAL GED TEST FREE (First Time Test Takers Only) Call 825-0476 to register. You Must Register by October 17th in order to reserve your test packet. The Free GED test will be October 24th and 25th at Rappahannock County High School October 24,t’ - 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. October 25th - 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Rev your engines for the Race to GED Fueling Tomorrow's Leaders will be available for viewing. Absentee bids can be lodged on that evening for those who will not be able to attend the Saturday night auction. But be forewarned: nothing, will be sold in advance! Funds from the auction support the CCLC Scholarship Fund for preschool and school age programs and will help with the pending roof repair at the old Washington School. The -Child Care and Learning Center is now completing its 29th year of service to families in the Rappahannock community, providing exceptional preschool, day care, and after-school programs for local children - at as low a cost to families as possible. In order to “mainstream” economicallydisadvantaged and developmentally-delayed children with children from families who are fortunate enough to provide full tuition, CCLC solicits donations for scholarships. As such, CCLC, a not-for-profit institution, serves a representative cross-section of all children in the community. The Center also provides Rappahannock County's Head Start program for some 18 three- and four-year olds. “I cannot say enough about the CCLC Board, the CCLC Friends, and the dozens of loyal donors who support us year after year,” says Amy Burnett, event co-chair. Adds fellow cochair, Debbie Donehey, “When you come to this event and see the beautiful furniture donated, the silver, the art, the jewelry, the services, the hours and hours of time donated by volunteers coordinating this event, you will realize once again what a wonderful community we, have here and how we truly cherish our children. I am so proud to be a part of it!” For more information, contact abumett@titan.com. Roundtable discussion of the college admission process to be held Oct. 26 Wakefield School in The Plains will host a College Admissions Roundtable on Wednesday, October 26, at 7:00 pm. The guest of honor will be John Blackburn, Dean of Admissions at the University of Virginia. He will be joined on the panel by Mr. Michael Maxie, Vice President of Enrollment at Roanoke University; Pamela Mason, associate Director of Admissions at Columbia University; and Mr. Glenn Thomas, Enrollment Management consultant and former Director of Admissions at John Hopkins University. This is a wonderful opportunity for students and parents to hear about the college admissions process first hand, from the colleges’ perspective, and to get answers from the professionals who make the decisions. The format of the evening will provide time for questions. The panel discussion will run from 7:00 to 8:30 pm in Wakefield’s Upper Gym. A reception will follow from 8:30 to 9:00 pm in the Lower Gym and will provide a chance to meet the panelists individually. The event is free and open to the public, but reservations are required. Tb reserve a space please contact Patrick DeBenedictis at 540-253-5393, ext. 205, or at pdebenedictis® wakefieldschool.org. Reservations must be made by October 25. Chappell’s Corner RCES Interim Reports went home on Tuesday, October 11 On Friday, Oct. 14th , there will be an early release at 1:00 for a teacher workday On Thursday, October 20, there will be a 1:00 early release followed by ParentTfeacher Conferences from 2-5 Mark C. Grove, ma, aaa, asa American Society of Appraisers Personal Property/Antiques ■ 8 a a a a a a l for estate planning, insurance scheduling, donations, equitable distribution, divorce settlements, consultations. www.mgrove.com (434) 964-1403 & 6-8 Construction Update: The contractor has made some final repairs to the library. The RCES library staff, with help from several volunteers, has worked diligently to prepare to open for the Book Fair on Monday, Oct. 17. Parking lot lights (conduit damaged during construction) are being restored in time for the Reading Favorites program this coming Thursday at 6:30 p.m. Also, the air conditioning is on in the gym. 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Photos by Ann Spieker MUDSLINGER: Jonathan Butler is safe in the pocket in Saturday's muddy battle against Chincoteague PONYFLINGER: Tim Fitzmorris muscles the ball carrier to the dirt in the Panther's closest game this season. On the sports scene in Rappahannock Volleyball The RCHS Panther Varsity Girl's Volleyball team sustained their first loss this season on Tuesday, falling to Bull Run District rival Strasburg 2 sets to 1. The Panthers had been an astounding 13-0 before the loss, and had soundly defeated Clarke 3-2 at RCHS just the Thursday before facing Strasburg. Interestingly, the Panthers received their first loss last year from Strasburg as well. The Panthers go on to face Madison on Thursday and George Mason in Falls Church on October 18. Football The RCHS Football team played their first close game of the season in their Homecoming game on October 8, losing to the Chincoteague Ponies 12-6. The game was a wet and muddy defensive struggle, with most of the action occurring in the final minutes. Running back Bobby Czekaj scored on an 88 yard touchdown, pass, but Chincoteague ran the ensuing kickoff all the way back for the winning touchdown. As part of the homecoming festivities at RCHS on Friday, freshmen football’player Daniel Rollins was recognized for setting a school record of six touchdowns in a single game against Luray. Cross Country The RCHS Cross Country team came in at third out of five teams in a match at Clarke County High School in Berryville, VA on Wednesday October 5. Alex Ramey came in fifth overall and Josh Makela placed eleventh. Amanda Smoot placed twenty-first out of thirtythree for Girls Cross Country, which again did not field enough competitors to qualify. Panther Classic Golf Tournament The Panther Classic Golf tournament, open to all participants , will be held at the Bowling Green North Course in Front Royal, VA on October 22 at 9:00 a m. Proceeds from the tournament will go to the Rappahannock County School Sports Association. The tournament will be conducted in a four> person scramble, Captain's choice format, and prizes for a hole in one will include a one million dollar annuity and a Buick Lacrosse, lb sign up or for more information, contact Tournament Director Jim Humbles at jkhumbles@aol.com or call (540>-987-1218. Wakefield Country Day School Soccer The WCDS varsity boys soccer team lost twice last week falling to SVC A 9-0 on October 3 and Seton 0-6 on October 6. The Owls will play away at Highland on October 14. Cross Country The WCDS cross country team ran at Randolph Macon Academy on Tuesday October 4. Kevin Riedel was the top male finisher for WCDS with a fourth-place finish, Naoki Kiyama was 32nd and Ben LeBeau was 51st. In the girls division, Abby Whitaker finished 6th. THEY ALWAYS LAND ON THEIR FEET: The Panthers aren't afraid of heights when it comes to scoring on opponents. Business Briefs Grantwriting Seminar draws over 15 organizations On October 17 and 18 over 15 nonprofits, community service organizations, government agencies and nohgovemmental organizations will gather at the Town Hall in Washington, Virginia to attend Grantwriting USA’s two day seminar. The Rappahannock Nonprofit Center is sponsoring the event which will bring Grantwriting USA in from Nevada to run the workshop. Grantwriting USA has held workshops across America that dramatically enhance performance in the areas of grant writing, grant maker research and relations, program planning, and personal and organizational excellence. Participants will learn how to write and review winning proposals including the essential components of a grant proposal package, how to customize a proposal to match a grant maker's interest, how to initially approach a funder, the differences between government and foundation proposals, how to report on a grant's progress and impact, how to develop working relationships with grant makers, what to do if your proposal is denied and the behind-the-scenes decisions that determine proposal acceptance and denial. As of October 10 the attendance list for the October 1718 workshop includes Virginia Department of Fire Programs, Virginia State Firefighters Assoc., Fauquier County Man agement Analyst, Parent Advocates for Gifted Education, Wakefield Country Day School, Boys & Girls Club of Orange, Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection, Air Serv International, Hospice of the Rapidan, Citizens For Fauquier County, Rockingham County School’s Superintendent, Fauquier Free Clinic, Daughter For The Day, Inc., Fauquier County Sheriffs Office, and The Castleton Community Volunteer Fire Company. Some of the groups are coming from as far away as Maryland and North Carolina! In an effort to assist the fire and rescue organizations in Rappahannock County with attending the workshop, $200 scholarships are being offered. The Rappahannock Nonprofit Center’s Board of Governors authorized the issuance of $200 scholarships for each of the fire and rescue organizations in the county. Beneficial workshops This workshop is fifth in a series of workshops that Rappahannock Nonprofit Center began in the fall of 2004. The seminars and workshops are aimed at strengthening nonprofit and community organization’s fundraising and strategic planning skills. To date over 100 people have attended the workshops and more workshops are planned for 2006. In early 2006 a volunteer recruitment and retention workshop will take place and further into the year a Board Governance Workshop: Best Practices and Self Evaluation is planned. If you would like to attend, there is still time to register, go to www.grantwritingusa. com and click on the link to schedule of events and find the October 17-18 event. The Rappahannock Nonprofit Center is an organization committed to improving the vitality and success of the nonprofit ' community in Rappahannock County and the surrounding region. 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St. Peter’s parish ‘adopts’ parish devastated by Katrina By James P. Gannon Special to the Rappahannock News Reaching out to directly aid a church and its congregation devastated by Hurricane Katrina, St. Peter’s Catholic parish of Washington has established a “sister parish” relationship with . Father Joseph Trinh and his people of St. Ann’s parish and St. John’s Mission in Lakeshore, MS. Three members of St. Peter’s parish drove 1,000 miles to the storm-wrecked Gulf Coast to meet with Fr. Trinh and members of his congregation to explain their wish to offer aid and to connect personally with the people and their pastor. Bill Jarrett, David Kerr and Jim Gannon representing St. Peter’s, found a community in ruins, and a people in shock but still clinging to faith, hope and love for one another. Fr. Trinh, a VietnameseAmerican, is pastor to the two churches—St. Ann’s parish and nearby St. John’s Mission, in this coastal community that was hit Aug. 29 by 150-milean-hour winds and a 25-foot storm surge. Lakeshore, a small community near Waveland, MS, was at the eye of the storm and sustained near-total devaluation. St. John’s mission church was wrecked by the storm and may be beyond repair, Fr. Trinh said, while St. Ann’s survived but was damaged by wind and eight feet of water that filled the church and coated it with mud. The flooded priest’s home is mud-caked and turning green with mold inside, with all furnishings and equipment ruined. The priest has been living for a month in a shelter at an Air Force base, while most of his homeless parishioners are either in shelters, away with relatives, or living in tents or trailers on their rubble-strewn properties. At an outdoor Mass Sunday, September 25, Fr. Trinh gathered with about 70 of his parishioners for the first time since the storm. Amid tears and hugs of consolation, he prayed with them and offered his condolences for their losses. Standing under a Photo by Jim Gannon COPING: Eugene and Paula Garcia and their daughter Emily, members of St. Ann's Church in Lakeshore, Mississippi, have been living in a tent set up behind the storm-wrecked church. They are among the hundreds of local people made homeless by Hurricane Katrina. The "sister parish" program being established by St. Peter's Catholic church of Rappahannock County is aimed at relieving their plight. pavilion shelter behind St. Ann’s church, he told them: “The church is not this building. The people are the church. Care for one another in this time of need. The church is family. It is' family that keeps us alive.” Virginia visitors The Virginia visitors came bearing a few gifts, including donated food and Mass vestments given by St. Peter’s pastor, Fr. Robert DeMartino, to replace those that Fr. Trinh lost in the hurricane flood. After Mass, Gannon explained that the St. Peter’s men came to see how their parish could offer help. Earlier, Gannon had contacted the Diocese of Biloxi about its “Adopt a Parish” program that links one of its many Katrina-wrecked parishes with a parish from afar that wishes to offer aid. The St. Peter’s visitors offered temporary housing and support to any members of St. Ann’s or St. John’s who would be willing to come to Virginia. They also discussed with Fr. Trinh and his people how St. Peter’s parish could help restore St. Ann’s and help individuals or families in need. They heard many heartfelt expressions of thanks. With the strong support of Father DeMartino, St. Peter’s parish is developing its “sister parish” program, which will include financial aid, moral support, future volunteer visits to the Mississippi parish, and donated goods. Special collections were taken up at all Masses at St. Peter’s on the weekends of October 1-2 and October 8-9. Funds collected will be sent to Fr. Trinh to help clean up and repair St. Ann’s church and help individuals or families in distress. Lending a hand from afar The Rappahannock County parish has formed a task force to plan and carry out the sister parish program. Possible future projects include Thanksgiving gift baskets, Christmas gifts for children, pen-pal programs involving kids of both parishes, and other direct contacts. The hope is to develop a long-term, personal relationship between the sister parishes that will outlast the destruction of Katrina. Anyone wishing to make donations to this relief program may contact Bill Jarrett, 675-1000, or John Hagarty, 937-2200, or mail checks to Fr. Joseph Trinh, St. Ann’s Church, P.O. Box 1037, Lakeshore, MS 39558. County residents take relief supplies to Mississippi By Jennifer Tepper Heverly Special to the Rappahannock News When Rappahannock residents Bob Wellemeyer and Rick Henderson left for the Gulf Coast, they didn’t know exactly what to expect. In some ways, it wets better than they feared, and in some ways it was worse. Bob Wellemeyer, a resident of Castleton, performs bee inspections for the Virginia Department of Agriculture, and also owns Windsong Apiaries. Rick Henderson is a carpenter in Rappahannock County and FREE INSPECTION Protect your home. Permanently. Protect your home, family and pets against termites, fleas, ticks and other pests. 540-829-0000 www.PermaTreat.com PerhaTreal PEST AND TERMITE CONTROL resides in Sperryville. They both took time off from work and family to travel to Louisiana and Mississippi for two weeks, to help in relief and reconstruction efforts. Wellemeyer and Henderson left Rappahannock County on September 23 pulling a trailer loaded with supplies donated by members of Hearthstone School and residents of Rappahannock County. Another Castleton resident, Luke Martin, owner of Martin Trucking, generously donated the trailer as well as some funding for fuel for the trip. The Rappahannock Co-Op also donated shovels and tarps. The trailer had been parked in front of Hearthstone School for several weeks, and donations filled the trailer by the time they departed. Cleaning supplies, bleach, bottled water, tools, paper goods, laundry detergent, toys and clothes comprised the donations. Pass Christian Relief Center Wellemeyer and Henderson had planned to take the donations to Biloxi, Mississippi, through a contact they had made with Grassroots Relief Services. 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Kaine, Kilgore trade punches By Dominic Bonaiuto Rappahannock News Staff Writer The candidates for governor revived their arguments over immigration, taxes and the death penalty in Sunday night’s final debate before the Nov. 8 election. Democrat Tim Kaine was pressed about his religious objection to the death penalty in a question that referenced the recent killing of Virginia Commonwealth University student Taylor Behl from Vienna. “Tm a Catholic. I’m against the death penally and abortion. That’s what my church teaches,” Kaine said. “But I put my hand on a Bible and swear to uphold the laws of the commonwealth.” . Kaine, the lieutenant governor, has said he would not seek to abolish the death penalty or overuse the governor’s powers to grant clemency. Republican Jerry Kilgore, the former attorney general, said he would support the death penalty in the Behl case if someone is convicted for her killing. Kilgore was later asked how supporting the death penalty is consistent with the “culture of life” promoted by the Republican Party. “I support protecting innocent life at the beginning and end of life, but what I don’t support is protecting the life of those who commit the most heinous crimes among us,” he said. Absent from Sunday’s debate was Russ Potts, a Republican state senator from Winchester now running for governor as an Independent. He filed suit late last week to be included* but a judge denied his claim. The Virginia Center for Politics, which sponsored the Relief From Page A8 residents painting large plywood signs to thank volunteers. Service people from alTover the United States were present, including police and fire personnel from Kansas, Florida and North Carolina, Game Wardens from Virginia and electricians from Oklahoma. Landscapers, plumbers, construction workers, medical workers and regular citizens have and continue to make their way to this devastated area to help in any way they can. On the downside Worse than expected was the state of much of the housing and infrastructure in the area. Many homes along the coast were built on pilings 10-14 feet off the ground, and yet the water still reached 8 feet up into the homes. Many built on pilings did not appear to have been actually attached to the pilings, and simply floated off when the water rose, later falling to the ground Many houses appeared to be in good shape from the exterior, but their interiors had been completely ruined by the high water. Most, if they are still structurally sound, still need to be completely gutted and reconstructed. Many homes were simply gone, leaving empty concrete slabs and strewn debris where they once stood. Camping trailers are slowly being delivered to families for temporary housing, as roads and former home sites are cleared. Worse than expected also was the fact that there are still many areas and neighborhoods that remain completely closed subsequent to the first, cursory search and rescue efforts occurred after the hurricane. Many major roads are still completely impassable and closed, which makes relief efforts to rural areas extremely difficult at best. Highway 90 remains closed from Bay St. Louis to east of Biloxi, and Interstate 10 remains closed into New Orleans. While progress made every day, there is a long way to go to rebuild these devastated coastal areas. It will take time and the continued assistance of all United States citizens to rebuild this area of our Country. In appreciation Wellemeyer and Henderson would like to thank Luke Martin, whose donation of his trailer and fuel funds made the trip possible. They would also like to sincerely thank all the members of the Rappahannock County community and the Rappahannock Co-Op, whose generous donation of supplies was so greatly needed and appreciated by the residents of Pass Christian, Mississippi. Wellemeyer and Henderson may make a second trip to Mississippi in November. debate, said he needed to reach 15 percent in the polls to be included. The latest figures show Potts in the single digits. Appearing on WTOP News Radio’s Politics Program last Friday, Potts rattled off his political credentials from serving 14 years in the Virginia Senate, adding, “You cannot say I’m not a credible candidate.* During Sunday night’s debate, which was televised statewide from Richmond, Kilgore and Kaine repeated their standard attacks on one another, Kaine saying Kilgore would undo the popular success of Democratic Gov. 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October 13, 2005 www.timescommunity.com debuts new co of wildlife art Goldfinch Stephen R. Wagner By Kerri Wagner Special to the Rappahannock News Internationally-pubN* lished illustrator Stephen R. Wagner is currently displaying a new series of wildflower/ wildlife art in conjunction with the Artists of C: £ v ^ nappanannock County Studio and Gallery Tour, scheduled for November 5 and 6. The majority of the paintings, done in gouache, were used in a pocket guide to wildflowers published by the National Geographic Society. Although some of the works depict a single type of flower, many of the pieces include insects, birds and other animals associated with that particular flower. One painting shows a herd of buffalo in wild _ blue lupine, for example, while another has a hummingbird collecting nectar Monarch Butterfly Stephen R. Wagner i ii um <x wim ^oiumDine. mm Trillium, Jack-in-the- nf Pulpit and Jacob’s Ladder are a few of the other lovely wildflowers in the series. There are also several airbrush and oil paintings of related topics, such as cardinals and egrets, included in this new show. The wildflower paintings have never before been displayed, and will also be offered for sale. Stephen Wagner has been an \ illustrator and painter for 40 years. His work has appeared in the Washing4 ton Post, in a permanent colr lection at the Smithsoh lan’s Nation cu iuuacuui ui Natural History, and in many educational publications from National Geographic Society. Wagner has had shows at Packing Shed and Long View galleries. He is also the designer of the Rappahannock County seal. Steve lives at Sycamore Hill House & Gardens, the bed and breakfast he operates with his wife, * Kerri Wagner. The couple has lived in Rappahannock County for the past Praying Mantis \ Stephen R. Wagner 18 years. Visitors are welcome to view this art during the Artists of Rappahannock Tbur. For a private viewing at another time, please call Stephen at 675-3068. Escape to see ‘Madagascar’ By Joanne Hilty Special to the Rappahannock News In “Madagascar,” Dreamworks’ latest computer-animated family film, a quarter of the animals escape the Central Park Zoo to taste the freedom of the wild world beyond and end up in Madagascar in this high energy antic. The Rappahannock Association for the Arts and the Community is showing the movie at The Theatre on Gay Street, Washington, VA, Friday, October 21,8:00 p.m. Played by Chris Rock, Marty the zebra, has visions of a bigger world outside the captivity he knows in the Central Park Zoo. He meets up with four penguins bent on tunneling out and heading to Antarctica. Marty turns this idea into an escape plan of his own. Alex (voice of Ben Stiller) the lion is king of the Central Park Zoo and loves living in the Big Apple with the sounds of cars and sirens, the black night sky with helicopter spotlights and simply the feel of cement. Marty escapes via Grand Central Station to sample the wilds of Connecticut. Alex follows close behind, along with Melmn the Giraffe (David Schwimmer) a hypochondriac and Gloria the Hippo (Jada PinkettSmith.) For a while, they turn Manhattan into a playground, but they end up cornered by police at Grand Central Tferminal. Packed off in crates to a Kenyan wildlife reserve, they are shipwrecked on Madagascar, a tropical island that looks like Waikiki. Led by King Julien (Da Ali G Show’s Sacha Baron Cohen) and his right-hand animal, Maurice (Cedric the Entertainer), the lemurs, the restless natives, are a festive bunch, forever singing and dancing, except when fearsome predators come trawling through. The lemurs’ song-and-dance sequence and their initial meeting with the zoo escapees are a highlight, thanks to Cohen’s wit and quirky accent. There is also an adorable baby lemur named Mort, voiced by Andy Richter. Mort is bound to be a favorite of younger kids, as are the penguins. The animation is visually stunning md the characters endearing. Directors Eric Darnell and Tbm McGrath give a modem twist on the Bugs and Dalfy cartoons of Ttex Avery and Chuck Jones and come up with the zippiest comedy DreamWorks has produced to date. “Madagascar” is rated PG for cartoon violence, some humor centered on excretory functions, a bit of mild vulgar language and thematic material related to the fact that animals eat one another. Rim time is 86 minutes. (“Ladies in Lavender,” originally scheduled to be shown on this date is unavailable *to small movie houses at this time.) The Rappahannock Association for the Arts and the Community is showing ‘Madagascar’ at The Theatre on Gay Street, Washington, VA, Friday, October 21, 8:00 p.m. Photo courtesy ot The Theatre Allison Hampton and Linn Barnes Hampton and Barnes gather at the Theatre By Wendy Weinberg Special to the Rappahannock News On Saturday, October 22 at 8 p.m., the Theatre at Washington, Virginia will present a Celtic music concert performed by Linn Barnes and Allison Hampton. This annual concert is eagerly awaited each fall by the many lovers of Celtic music in the region. On a misty morning the Blue Ridge is remarkably reminiscent of Ireland, with fog hovering over the green fields, especially at this time of the year. Linn Barnes and Allison Hampton, part time residents in Rappahannock county, say that they are constantly inspired and amazed by the similarity to their other favorite place, Ireland. For their annual fall concert at the Theatre they will play a variety of instruments Celtic, such as the harp and Irish bagpipes (uillean pipes) as well as lute, mandolin, viola da gamba and guitar. The music will be Irish, from lively jigs and reels to stately compositions by Turlough O'Carolan. There will also be pieces from Celtic France, Brittany, the 17th century English country dancing tradition, and a new piece composed by Barnes at Notre Dame Cathedral on a recent trip to Paris. Tickets for the concert on October 22 are $20 for adults and $5 for students 18 and under. For reservations, or to obtain a copy of the Theatre’s fall schedule, phone (540) 675-1253 or send email to TheatreVA@aol.com. Photo by Richard Lykes TEA TIME: If you need a civilized break this weekend, stop by Mary Ann Kuhn's Middleton Inn for some tea and refreshments. Residents and visitors alike can savor the ambiance between touring the three unique homes offered this year on the House Tour. Rappahannock News Start Photo/Jan Clatterbuck Photo by Richard Lykes COME EARLY: The women at Trinity Episcopal Church in Washington have been busy for weeks creating their floral masterpieces. Top off your home tour with a beautiful bouquet! Dried Flower Sale and Home Tour set for this weekend The 49th Annual Dried Flower Show and House Tour of the Episcopal Church Women of Trinity Church in Washington begins Saturday at 11 a.m. Tours continue until 5 p.m. on Saturday, and on Sunday October 16, from 1-5 p.m. Tickets for all and any of the houses are available at each house and at the Church in ' the Town of Washington. Three of Rappahannock’s most interesting homes are included in this season's tour: High Meadow Farm is a beautifully restored 1790s fieldstone manor house located on High Meadow Lane just off Crest Hill Road, about 2.2 miles east of Flint Hill; The Worley House is a charmingly restored 1920s bungalow located at 616 Zachary Taylor Highway in Flint Hill; and the modern architecture of the Batchelder home located at 32 Harris Hollow Road in Washington is sure to please. Tickets are $10.00 for each individual house and $20.00 for all three houses. The $20.00 purchase includes the traditional tea at The Middleton' Inn in Washington from 2-5 p.m. each day. The Middleton Inn is a beautiful 1850s Federal style brick manor house built by Middleton Miller, who manufactured uniforms for the Confederate side in the Civil War. It is now a deluxe bed and breakfast, owned and operated by journalist Mary Ann Kuhn since 1995. The downstairs living and dining rooms can be viewed during the tea. Tea can alsb be purchased separately on both Saturday and Sunday. For more information, contact Helen Williams at (540)9374279.

Upcoming Events Previews Blue Ridge Civil War Roundtable monthly meeting The next meeting of the Blue Ridge Civil War Roundtable will be on Tuesday, October 18, 2005 at the Public House Restaurant in Flint Hill, VA. Ms Debra Sandoe McCauslin will talk on “ Kitty Payne’s Pain”. This is the story about Kitty Payne and her four children who were once slaves in Rappahannock County, VA; were freed; and then recaptured and returned to slaveiy. Debra lives in Heidlersburg, PA, eight miles north of Gettysburg. She was bom in Gettysburg and is a life-long resident of Adams County. She has worked for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for 25 years. For several years Debra has been researching the life and death of George Washington Sandoe, who was the first to fall at Gettysburg. His story was published in the August 2000 issue of the Civil War limes Illustrated. She has developed and taught the course, “The Rebels Have Arrived” at the Harrisburg Area Community College and she has spoken to school groups, historical preservation societies and Civil War rpundtables in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Maryland. She is currently serving on the Board of Directors for The Preservation Society of Gettysburg/Adams County where she chairs the Underground Railroad Committee. 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, October 17. CD Release Party Celebrating the release of her new album "Been There ” Brooksie brings her country and rock roots music to the Bleu Rock Inn on Saturday, October 22 at 7 p.m. ($8 cover charge). Joining her for the evening will be Medicine Wind and Jeff Severson. Crane out and eryoy a fabulous night of live music. Brooksie's new CD will be available for purchase and she is generously donating $5 hum the sale of each CD to Hurricane Relief. The Bleu Rock In is located at 12567 Lee Hwy., Washington, VA (across from RCHS). For more info contact Jim McCullough at 540-987-3190. Brooksie Wells Shenandoah Valley Quilters invite new members The Shenandoah Valley Quilters Guild invites and welcomes new members. We meet monthly, normally at Sunnyside Retirement Center in Harrisonburg. Our members live throughout the Shenandoah Valley from Winchester to Lexington. Our October meeting will feature Jan Carlson who’s talk is titled “The Fun I’ve Had Along the Way - (Oh, You’re Supposed to Finish Them?). Jan has been a quilt maker for more than twenty years and is passionate about applique. She teaches, lectures, and design patterns for quilters. Please join us Saturday, October 15 at 9:30 a.m. at the Highlands Building at Sunnyside Retirement Center, For further information call Marcia Perkins at 540.465.9612 or email at perkiqlt@shentel.net. The Shenandoah Valley Quilters Guild is a non-profit organization devoted to the promotion and preservation of the artistry of the quilter with membership covering the entire Shenandoah Valley region. New members always welcome. Tb join the Guild, send $20.00 annual dues to: Membership Chairman, SVQG, P.O. Box 913, Harrisonburg, VA 22803. Gadino Cellars Hallowine Event on October 30th Trick or Treat at Gadino Cellars! Ghosts and Goblins wanted to compete in Halloween Costume contest at the winery from 2-5 p.m. Adults and kids welcome to vie for most creative costume prizes. Treats, hot apple cider and pumpkin soup provided to spice up your Halloween fun. Celebrate the season with the family in a fun, welcoming environment. A full slate offered and white wines will be available for purchase as well as tastings and tours. Happy Halloween! P.S. Remember we're releasing our Reds this coming C weekend on the 15th and 16th! x Shenandoah National Park Celebrates Wilderness Shenandoah National Park will honor America’s wilder-* ness heritage during the 6th annual Wilderness Weekend, October 16 - 16, 2005. Celebrate wilderness and enjoy fall foliage by viewing Shenandoah’s wilderness from Skyline Drive, hiking a wilderness trail, joining a ranger program or stopping by a visitor center. Two special events will take place at Byrd Visitor Center, milepost 51 on Skyline Drive. The first event will be a traditional tool demonstration from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. each day. Shenandoah National Park Trail Crews and Potomac Appalachian Trail Club (PATC) volunteers will highlight the traditional tools used to maintain trails in wilderness. Visitors will have opportunities to try their hand at using these tools and will gain insight on the important role trail maintenance plays in protecting wilderness for future generations. The second event will be 30-minute ranger programs held at 11:30 and 3:30 each day. These programs will explore the history and values of Shenandoah’s wilderness. Commemorative Wilderness Weekend passport book ink stamps will be available at both Byrd Visitor Center and Dickey Ridge Visitor Center (mile 4.6). Shenandoah’s wilderness was designated by Congress in October 1976. Forty percent of the park, almost 80,000 acres, is wilderness and represents one of the largest wilderness areas in the Eastern United States. Areas preserved as wilderness provide sanctuaries for human recreation, habitat for wildlife, sites for research, and reservoirs for clean, free-flowing water. Wilderness areas have been designated on public land across the United States. Ibday more than 106 million acres of public land are protected in the National Wilderness Preservation System. For more information on Wilderness Weekend events, contact Shenandoah National Park’s Education Office at 540-999-3489. Religious Notes Maranatha Baptist Church in Amissville invites you to attend their fall revival which began Sunday, October 9 and will continue through tomorrow, October 14. Each night the revival will begin at 7:30 p.m. The guest speaker will be Evangelist Bennie Becham of Georgia. There will be special singing and nursery provided. The church is located on US 211 just west of the Route 229 intersection. Everyone is welcome. Come join Amissville Baptist Church for their Harvest Festival on Saturday, October 15 from 2 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at the church. (Rain date is October 22 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.). This event is FREE to all. There will be a moon bounce house with slide, lots of games and prizes where everyone is a winner, cupcake walks, hot dogs, snow cones, popcorn, and cotton candy machines, door prizes, and much, much more. For more information or directions, please call the church at (540) 937-6159. The Usher Board of the Mount Moriah Baptist Church in Amissville will be celebrating their annual day on Sunday, Oct. 16 at 3 p.m. The program will be a full concert rendered by a gospel group from Front Royal. Dinner will be served after the 11 a.m. service. Come out and support the ushers. Rev. Lemuel Montgomery is the pastor. Bethel Baptist Church of Amissville Cemetery Club will have a concert after their morning service on Oct. 23 at 3 p.m. Music will be by the Spiritual Harmonizers of Northern Va. Join the congregation of Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church in Sperryville on Oct. 30 at 11 a.m. to honor Rev. Jon Heddleston at their “Pastor Appreciation” Sunday. Please bring a greeting card with your written tributes, thoughts, and thanks as Jon and his family are presented with a "Card Shower." A pot luck dinner will follow the service. Gifts can be made out to RMBC designated as “Pastor Appreciation,” Call Sara at (540) 937-4437 for ques tions or more information. A Kids' Community Bible Club sponsored by Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church, Trinity Episcopal Church and Washington Baptist Church has begun its second year and wants to invite all children in Grades 1-3 to attend. The Kids' Club meets on Wednesday afternoons from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Washington Baptist Chinch. This program consists of Bible memorization, games, singing, crafts, refreshments and fun orchestrated by Rev. Jon Heddleston. Rev. Jennings Hobson, and Rev. Phil Bailey. For more information, call the Washington Baptist Church office at 675-3336. Julie Portman conducts Life Stories Workshops By Lori Dore Special to the Rappahannock News One of the country’s master teachers, playwrights, actors, and storytellers lives here in Rappahannock County. Her name is Julie Portman. She is the founder and Artistic Director of Ki Theatre and an award-winning writer and performer. She has been living in the area since 1986, sharing her gifts through theatre, story and community. Ki Theatre is physically located in Washington, Virginia. But Julie has performed, taught workshops and given school residencies in Warren, Fauquier, Culpeper and Madison Counties as well as Rappahannock. She also performs in countless cities and theatres across the United States and abroad. “I know where home is,” Julie said adamantly. “In the last twenty years each play and every workshop I have taken to British Columbia or San Diego or Atlanta, I have developed here in my home community. People ask me: what do I mean by community? Well it’s a sense Julie Portman of belonging.” The sense of belonging - of community - lies at the heart of Julie Portman’s Life Stories Workshops. You may have heard about Life Stories Workshops from friends or neighbors. Three-hundred fifty people from the area have participated. The basic idea behind the workshops is simple: Everyone has unique stories to tell and the need for their stories to be heard. When people share and really listen to one another’s stories community is bom. The number of people in a Life Stories Workshop is intentionally small: 12 - 14 women and men, farmers, lawyers, computer experts, moms, nurses, therapists; grandparents who want to write their stories for the kids; teachers who want to learn new ways to inspire students, a mother who has a short story inside her heart and no time to get it on paper; a writer who has gotten stuck working by himself. All gather for three days to discover, tell, write and share stories. People leave with six stories in hand, discovering they have stories to tell and their stories are important, that writing and sharing is freeing and fun; that they are creative. And, people discover they have created community together by sharing their stories. Upcoming workshops There ife a Three Day Introductory Life Stories Workshop scheduled for November 11 -13: Friday through Sunday. Sessions are from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. each day. Continuing Education Units are available for teachers, counselors, therapists and other professionals. The total fee for the workshop is $390 with a 20 percent discount for people who register before October 22. There are other reductions in the fee for people who have already taken a Life Stories Workshop or who register with a friend. October workshops Julie Portman will be conducting a workshop entitled “Directing: Bring a script from the page to the stage” this Sunday, October 16 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. The cost is $60 00 October 21, 28 and Nov.3: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Acting Workshops - a Thursday Series Life Stories Workshop in the winter and spring 2006 include: February 25-26: Special Two-Day: Life Stories and Community Building March 3-5: Advanced Three-Day March 10-13: Training the Trainer April 23: One-Day Writing Stories from Nature June 23-25 Tb register, call Ki Theatre offices at (540) 987-3164 or email lori@kitheatre.com Splendid season ahead for Grace Church Concert Series Grace Church in The Plains, VA continues its 150th anniversary celebration with the announcement of its 2005-2006 Concert Series. Four very different programs are linked by an emphasis on the singing voice. The opening concert on Sunday, October 16 at 5 p.m. showcases eight young singers from the Washington National Opera’s Domingo-Cafritz Young Artist It’s a Boy! Mr. and Mrs. Kevin McGuire of Vienna were delighted to announce the birth of their son, Duncan Lewis McGuire. Duncan was born Sept. 18. He is the grandson of Alice and the late Lewis Butler of Washington and Mr. and Mrs. Charles McGuire of Vienna. He is the greatgrandson of Emma Jenkins and the late Lillie and Amos Butler. Program in a variety of semistaged arias and ensembles from ‘ favorite operas and operettas. Now in its fourth season, the Young Artist Program is overseen by Pldcido Domingo, general director of the National Opera. This unique course guides young singers, coach/ accompanists, conductors, 'and stage directors on the verge of international careers. It provides intensive study with renowned voice and drama coaches, offers voice and language lessons, and even training in yoga and nutrition. Participants have the opportunity to perform and cover roles on the main stage of the Washington National Opera, as well as concertizing in venues ranging from the White House to embassies, schools, and military bases. In response to one of their performances The Washington Post declared that it “had a quality nearly equal to (and in some places better than) the main stage performances of this production”. Graduates of the Program have gone on to successful careers in ipajor opera companies around the world. A Festival Christmas Service of Nine Lessons and Carols marks the holiday season on Sunday, December 18 at 5 p.m. The Grace Church Choirs, directed by Samuel Carabetta, will be augmented by organ and brass. The candlelight program of carols and readings features music by Rutter and Willcocks. 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Upcoming Events Upcoming Events All submissions in Upcoming Events must be received by 3 p.m. on Mondays in order to be included in the next edition of the paper. For e-mail, send to Jan Clatterbuck at jclatterbuck@timespapers.com October 13, 27: Bleu Rock Inn Brooke Parkhurst & Lorraine Duisit October 13 th 7 p.m. Free. Warn my award winning artist performing traditional Irish and Appalaichain music. Brooksie Wells, CD Release Party on October 22nd at 7 p.m. $8 cover Celebrating the release of her new album ' Been There", Brooksie brings her country and rock roots music to the Bleu Rock Inn. Joining her for the evening will be Medicine Wind and Jeff Severson. Aplus October 27th, 7 p.m. free Alice Reeve, Tbm Guidice and Harry Crusenberry performing a unique mixture of original heartfelt songs and crowd pleasing covers. The Bleu Rock Inn is located at 12567 Lee Hwy., Washington, (across from , RCHS). For more information, contact Jim McCullough at (540) 987-3190. October 14: Chris Johns Chris Johns, editor of the National Geographic Magazine, will speak at the Library Series hosted by the Rappahannock Associations for the Arts and the Community. Admission is . free. The talk is held at the Rappahannock Public Library and begins at 8 p.m. Quest Movement Arts Center Monday and Wednesday evening: 5:30 Nia (creative/fun fitness!) 7 p.m. yoga (all levels always welcome) Wednesday mornings 9 a.m. yoga and 10:30 a.m. Nia Thursday evening SyneryDance with Virginie (937-5609) 6 to 7:30 p.m. $15/drop in or $72 for 6 weeks session All Nia/Yoga classes are $15/drop in or monthly rates - $55/1 day per week $75/ 2 days per week private sessions and studio rentals, call Kim at 987-8039. Quest Movement Arts Center is located at 47 Main St., Sperryville 987-8039 September-December: Fall Yoga Classes Yoga Classes at Belle Meade Schoolhouse Fall yoga is now underway at Belle Meade Schoolhouse on Rt. 231. from September 8- December 18. 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 (Mary/Kit) Come join us in this beautiful setting. Questions? Email maryomeara® earthlink.net, or call Mary O'Meara at 825-1215. October: Seminars To Walk and Not Grow Weary (inspirational study). Has life left you feeling out of breath, drained? Learn how to identify human problems and welcome God’s solution. Sundays, October 9, 16, 23, 30, from 5:30-7 pm., Spiritual Care Support Ministry Center, 76 West Shirley Avenue, Warrenton. Nondenominational. Free. Chaplain Liz Danielsen (540) 349-5814. Comfort and Care (GriefShare), Tuesdays, 7:30-9 p.m., weekly seminar and support group for those grieving the death of a loved one. Spiritual Care Support Ministry Center, 76 West Shirley Avenue, Warrenton, Free. Teens and adults welcome. Chaplain Liz Danielsen (540) 349-5814. Comfort and Care (GriefShare), Mondays, 7-8:30 p.m. weekly seminar and support group for those grieving the death of a loved one. Culpeper Hospital (conference room), Free. Teens and adults welcome. Chaplain Liz Danielsen (540) 349-5814. Care Caf6 - Thursdays 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Invite your friend who is ill, bereaved, a caregiver, or a family member of a loved one deployed in the military to the Care Cafe for a cup of coffee, a brief respite, a place to sit and chat. Spiritual Care Support Ministry Center, 76 West Shirley Avenue, Warrenton. Non-denominational. Free. Chaplain Liz Danielsen 540349-5814. Community Prayer Hour, Thursdays, Noon until 1:00 pm, Spiritual Care Support Ministry Center, 76 West Shirley Avenue, Warrenton. Non-denominational. Come for prayer. Chaplain Liz Danielsen (540) 349-5814. October, November, December: Castleton Shooting Match Castleton Community Volunteer Fire Department shooting match on Friday nights. From October 7 through December 16 at $2 a shot or 3 for $5, 12 gauge only, no scopes or no sleeves. October, November: Rappahannock Free Clinic • The Rappahannock Free Clinic will be open on October 19, November 2 and November 16. There will not be a clinic on November 30. For more information call the Fauquier Free clinic at (540) 347-0394. October 15/16: Dried Flower Sale and House Tour Visit three unique Rappahannock homes and then take a break for tea at the Middleton Inn. Tickets are available at Trinity Episcopal Church and at each home on the tour. Cost is $10 per house or $20 for all three. Phone Helen Williams for more information at 9374279. October 15: Family Fall Festival and Yard Sale On Saturday, October 15, Wakefield Country Day School, located at 1059 Zachary Taylor Highway in Flint Hill, will host a Fall Festival from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the school grounds. Activities will include a yard sale, fall plants for sale, assorted baked goods and hot and cold food, face painting, a pinata, a hands-on science project, egg races, a beanbag toss, a cake walk, jewelry and candles for sale, mini-golf, and a moon bounce. Proceeds from the Festival will help fund various class and club projects throughout the year, and with most prices in the 250 to $1 range, it’s a great way to spend the day for the whole family. In case of rain, activities will be moved to the gymnasium. October 15: Hidden Treasures II Fall Showing Rappahannock Quilt Club will be showing more of the Hidden Treasures of Rappahannock County on Saturday, Oct. 15 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sunday, Oct. 16 at the Washington Fire Hall from 12 noon to 5 p.m. A $5 admission fee will be charged with all proceeds going to the Washington Volunteer Fire Department Ambulance Fund. Their first show was a spectacular success and they have more beautiful examples of antique and modern quilts for your viewing pleasure. October 15: Strutt Your Mutt The Rappahannock Animal Welfare League's 2nd annual Strutt Your Mutt Dog Walk has been rescheduled for Saturday, October 15th from 10am to 4pm. The event will take place at Sunnyside Farms Harvest Moon Fall Festival in Sperryville at the ccmer of US 211 and Rt. 522. Join us for a day of fun, games, raffles and super prizes. Walk registration will be at 10am followed by the group walk at 11am, Doggie games get underway at 11:30am followed by a parade of RAWL adoptable dogs and RAWL alumni. Prizes will be awarded at 4pm. It's not too late to start collecting pledge money and be the Grand Prize winner (valued at over $250)! Pick up pledge forms from area merchants or download from the RAWL website www.rawldogs.org. October 16: Ki Theatre Directing Workshop Sunday from 10-3 learn the basic principles of directing from Julie Portman in a hands on workshop at Ki Theatre. This master teacher will take the experienced and completely new through the elements of directing. Advanced registration is required. Price is $50 Students will receive a discount. Call 540-987-3164 or info@kitheatre.com for additional information and to reserve your space. October 16: Washington Hospitality and Visitors Association meets The Washington Hospitality and Visitors Association will hold its monthly meeting on Sunday, October 16, starting at 7 p.m. at the Extension Office on Gay Street in Washington. Phone president John MacPherson at 675-3757 for more information. October 20: Food Distribution Rappahannock Care Coalition is working with the Social Services Department, the Area Agency on Aging and the Blue Ridge Food Bardt to provide food for those who need the assistance. Food distribution will take place every third Thursday from 4-6 p.m. at the Washington Baptist Church. The next distribution will be Oct. 20 . October 22: Warrenton Singer/ SongWriter releases new all-original CD, “Been There” Brooksie Wells, veteran children's musician and mother of two, returns to her county and rock roots with a new CD. Come celebrate at a CD release party on October 22 at the Bleu Rock Inn in Washington at 7-10 p.m. Recorded in her Warrenton home studio, she combined local talent with well-known old friends from her early days in the music business, both to perform and produce the recording. For more information contact Lisa Kay Howard at (540) 270-2875 or visit www.brooksiewells.com October 22: Rabies Vaccination Clinic There will be a Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Saturday, October 22 at the Rappahannock Animal Welfare League (RAWL) located on Route 639 off of US 211 in Amissville by the landfill starting at 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. The cost is $10 per pet. All proceeds wil go to RAWL. Vaccinations will be available for cats and dogs from any county. Pets must be at least 4 months old. For more information, all (540) 9373336. October 22: Yard Sale There will be an indoor yard sale at the Washington Volunteer Fire and Rescue Squad on Saturday, October 22 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Donations of articles are needed and can be picked up by members by calling 6753615. Please assist the fire department in this ambulance purchase fundraiser. October 22 Bag Sale Washington Ladies Auxiliary Thrift Shop will have a $5 Bag Sale on Saturday, Oct. 22 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information call Jean Alther at 6753844. October 23: A Little Thai in Little Washington Following up on their pledge to make a sustained commitment to fund the recovery of Ban Pak Tream, the “adopted village” near Phuket, the Thailand Tsunami Relief Organization is sponsoring an afternoon of food, music and dance from Thailand for Sunday, October 23 beginning at 3 p.m. at the Trinity Episcqpal church in Washington. For additional information, please contact Alaina Love Cugnon at (540) 631-0174. October 24, 25, 26: RCHS Varsity Cheerleaders Rappahannock County High School Varsity Cheerleaders to Host Cheer Mini Camp on Oct. 24, 25 and 26 at the Rappahannock County Elementary school gym from 6-8 p.m. The cost $25. Permission forms can be picked up at the elementary school and/or high school office. Come join the RCHS Varsity cheerleaders as they teach the latest cheers, chants and dances for the 2005 season. October 26: Kick Boxing Rappahannock County Public Schools Adult Education Program Presents: Kick Boxing with Mary Pat Corrigan on Wednesday, Oct. 26 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at The Old Washington Schoolhouse. The enrollment fee will be $40. ^Equipment Purchase: $10.00 (Bag Gloves and Jump Rope) Kick Boxing will be offered as a six week course meeting on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. Students under 18 must have a parent or guardian sign a medical release form. For more information call Natasha White, coordinator at 987-3367 or email natashawhite@rappahannock. kl2.va.us October 28: Chalet Maternity costume ballet Chalet Maternity Home Costume Ball will be on Friday, Oct. 28 at 8 p.m. at Rivendell Club, 1190 Progress Ave., Front Royal. Music: Rock, Pop, Country, Oldies, DJ and Live music, raffle prizes costume/dance contest awards, $5 tickets. Benefit for the coordinatior's medical expenses, RSVP, for directions call (540) 660-2196 October 28: RLEP Annual Meeting On Friday, October 28 at 7:30 p.m., the Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection (RLEP) will hold its Annual Meeting at the Washington Fire Hall, to which RLEP members as well as the general public are cordially invited. This year's Annual Meeting will be dedicated to RLEP's celebration of its 35th anniversary. The business portion of the meeting will consist of a brief presentation of the organization's history, past achievements and future goals; also, several new. candidates to the Board of Directors will be elected. But the major part of the evening will be devoted to enjoying good conversation and food and beverages among members and friends of RLEP. The complimentary food will consist of delicious appetizers and desserts supplied by Rappahannock County eateries. There will also be an auction of some items and services donated for this occasion by local merchants. For further information, consult the website www.rlep.org. October 28: Hearthstone Annual Fairytale Walk Come and join Hearthstone School for its Annual Fairytale Walk on Friday, October 28 beginning at 7 p.m. Parents, students and teachers will act out their favorite fairytales for an evening of fun for the whole family. Fresh apple cider, home-baked cookies, and a community bonfire will follow the fairytale walk. Children are encouraged to wear their Halloween costumes! A $5 donation per family is requested. Hearthstone School is located on Route 211, one mile west of Sperryville. For information or questions? Call the school office at (540) 987-9212. October 29: Homecoming The Directors of the Scrabble School Preservation Foundation will sponsor the First Annual “Scrabble School Homecoming” to be held at the Mount Lebanon Baptist Church in Scrabble on October 29, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Activities will include a picnic at Mount Lebanon with entertainment provided by local music groups. Tours of the old scrabble School building will be conducted. This event will be a fun time with food, music and memories. Donations will be accepted for the food with all other activities free. For more information, please cal Dorothy Warner, 987-8103, Lillian Aylor, 987-8064, Ellen Timbers, or Anna Allsbeny, 675-1243. October 29: Crossing Workshop on caring for our own at death Helping families create a meaningful, valuable and beautiful experience at the time of a loved ones death. Topics include but are not limited to: Educating the - family to be their own funeral director, cultural myths vs. reality, review of state laws additional resources Saturday October 29th 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Hearthstone School in Sperryville. Space is limited: Call (540) 636-8315 for information. Pre registration is required. The cost is $125, lunch included. October 30:.Hallowine Trick or Treat at Gadino Cellars Hallowine -Trick or Treat at Gadino Cellars’ Ghosts and Goblins wanted to compete in Halloween Costume contest at the winery from 2-5 p.m. Adults and kids welcome to vie for most creative costume prizes. Treats, hot apple cider and pumpkin soup provided to spice up your Halloween fun. Celebrate the season with the family in fun, welcoming environment. A full slate of red and white wines will be available for purchase as well as tastings and tours. Gadino Cellars is located on 92 Schoolhouse Road, Washington. Happy Halloween! October 30: Culpeper Crime Solvers fund raiser Culpeper Crime Solvers will host a fund-raising event on Sunday, Oct. 30 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. A team of professional appraisers will provide oral appraisals of items brought to the “Antique Appraisal Fair” at the Lakeside Clubhouse, 12282 Sperryville Pike. Appraisers will be available for coins, currency, tools, guns, silver, toys, furniture, glassware, painting, jewelry, and other items. For a donation of $8 per item, or 5 for $25 a person may find out how much that “old item in the attic” may be worth. Call Nancy at 5473985 or Mary Lou at 8250108 for mdre information. Tickets do not need to be purchased in advance. Novembe. 5: RAA/RCB FALL FUN FAIR RAA/RCB Fall Fun Fair will be held at Stuart Field in Amissville on Nov. 5th from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Rent your space for crafts, yard sale items, home-based business with table provided by RAA. Cost $25 with table provided by RAA, $20 without table. Spaces are limited, reserve by Oct. 29. For information and details call 937-7900 or email raarcb@y ahoo. com. Activities for the day will be moonbounce, face painting, music. Plenty of food and drinks, chicken, burgers, BBQ, hot dogs will be available. There will be 50/50 raffle and more. RAA will accept donations for a league table. Rain date will be Nov. 12 November 5r6: Artists of Rappahannock Studio and Gallery Tour The Rappahannock Association for the Arts and the Community (RAAC) presented “Artists of Rappahannock Studio and GalleryTour on November 5-6 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Rain or shine. You are invited to tour the studios of 11 artists and visit 10 participating galleries in this first, of what is hoped to be an annual two-day art festival. Tour Headquarters will be the Washington, VA Fire Hall with driving tour information available. Admission is free. A suggested $10 donation goes to RAAC. For more information, call (540) 6753193 or visit www.raac.org November 6: 4-H Chili Cook fundraiser Do you think you have a chili recipe that is the best? Do all of your friends and family love your chili recipe? The Rappahannock, County 4H Livestock Club is inviting everyone to participate in their 4-H Chili Cook-Off to be held at the Rappahannock County High School on Sunday November 6th from 26 p.m. Prizes will be awarded to both the participants and winner of the best chili in Rappahannock County. If you would like to be a participant, please contact Hazel ZinnDay at 937-3185. Participant spaces are limited. Those performing are Cliff Waldron and the New Shades of Grass, The Shenandoah Travelers. Adult tickets $10 in advance and $12 at the door, students $5 and kids under 5 years old free. Advance tickets may be purchased at Culpeper Music Box, Culpeper, The Beauty Box, Washington, Drum and Strum, Warrenton. For information call 937-3185. November 12: CCLC Annual Auction Everyone is invited to CCLC's Tenth Annual Fall Auction and Party on Saturday, November 12, at the Washington School on Mt. Salem Avenue. Doors open at 5:30pm to a sumptuous gourmet feast prepared by the RCHS Culinary Arts class. The $25 entry fee entitles guests to food, libations, and fun, as the Washington School brims with unique treasures up for bid during a Live Auction. Guests may also browse and bid on Silent Auction offerings, or purchase priced items from The Shoppe. Proceeds benefit CCLC's Scholarship Program for the pre-school and school-age children of Rappahannock. October-December: Ballet Classes Ballet is a fun way to get fit and gain strength and flexibility. Registration is now open for ballet classes being held at Belle Meade Schoolhouse in Rappahannock County. Creative Movement, Pre-ballet, Ballet and Adult Ballet will be taught by Meghan Cupp, a former professional ballet dancer, from October through December. For more information, including class times and descriptions, please call Meghan at (540) 987-8081. October-December: Yoga at Belle Meade Summer yoga is now underway at Belle Meade Schoolhouse on Rt. 231. The Fall Session will continue through December 18. Fee is $12 for drop-ins, $10 for 6 or more classes or with registration. Monday, 10:30 a.m to 12 ' p.m. (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. More information available at http: www. sunandmoonstudio.com. GED Classes Enroll now for GED classes in Rappahannock County. Evening GED classes are designed for adults over the age of 18 years old. Classes are Monday and Thursday evenings from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. You must register with Regional Adult Education for PD # 9 in order to enroll in class. There is a $25 assessment fee for pre and post test assessments, but the class and books are free. Enrollment is limited to 8 students, so call early to reserve your seat. Call 825-0476 for more information or to enroll.

.Country Life at its Best * NEW LISTING! LITTLE LONG MOUNTAIN - 25 acres on Little Long Mountain Road. Magnificent wooded parcel of hardwood forest and rolling hills. Old stone wall along Little Long Mountain Road. With some slight clearing, outstanding views can be had from upper elevations. Perfect estate parcel in Old Dominion Hounds territory. $475,000 Alan Zu selling (540) 937-6124 NEW LISTING! MAJOR'S HOLLOW -16+ wooded acres on_a private right of way near the Park in Sperryville. Springs, several bold streams, walking and riding trails, old stone walls and beautiful rolling terrain. Extremely private with several possible building sites to capture the mountain views. $325,000 Alan Znschlag (540) 937-6124 HIGHLAND FARM - 30 acre estate on three tax parcels in southern Fauquier County. Rappahannock River frontage. Commanding views. Manicured lawns. Sparkling pool. Koi pond. Historic stone guest cottage. Four bedroom main house, includes 2 master suites, stone fireplaces, cathedral ceilings, solarium with jacuzzi. Horen facilities include 5 stall barn with foaling mom, wash stall and loft, run-in sheds and board fenced paddocks. $2 million Amy Sloane Timbers 540-987-8668 Wm INDIAN RUN FARM - Impressive center hall colonial with 2 master bedrooms, 3 BR, 4.5 BA’s, finished basement with wet bar and fireplace. Formal dining room. Black granite kitchen. Numerous fireplaces. Cherry floors. Tiled baths. Numerous decks, porches, and patios. Attached 3 car garage and a workshop. Offered on 10 acres at $1,700,000, on 25 acres for $1,952,000 or on 75 acres for $2,750,000. Amy Sloane Timbers 540-987-8668 or Jud Glascock 540-592-8238 THE STUART HOUSE - Rare combination of 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, weekend home, or bed and . breakfast in the town of Washington. $695,000 Alan Zuschlag 540-937-6124 71 ACRES - SOUTH POES ROAD - This nicely wooded and gently rolling pafcei is surrounded by larger parcels and land in conservation easement. Located between the villages of Amissville and Flint Hill, this property is the ideal setting for your new home in the country. $850,500 Howie Swaim 540-937-3996 or Alan Zuschlag 540-937-6124 55 ACRES - SOUTH POES ROAD - Located just south of the 71 acre parcel described above, this 55 acre wooded parcel is secluded yet convenient to Route 66. A fine opportunity to own a prime Rappahannock county land parcel. $664,000 Home Swaim 540-937-3996 or Alan 7.uschlag 540-937-6124 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, 5-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. Shown by appointment to qualified buyers only. Price available on request Gloria Armfield 540-687-6395 or Alan Zuschlag 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. Pool. Center aisle, 4 stall bam. Fenced and cm s-fenced. Old LX>minion Hunt territory. Spectacular park-like setting and views. $2.9 million Alan Zuschlay 540-937-6124 or Ruth Ripley 540-253-5133 MT. WELBY - Exquisitely renovated historic estate in Fauquier near Rappahannock County. Generously proportioned rooms and high ceilings in this 3BD 2.5BA home. Commanding views of the Blue Ridge, old stone walls, and 3 ponds cm 22 acres. Additional acreage available. Old Dominion Hounds territory’ near Marriott Ranch. $1,595,000 Alan Zuschla^ 540-937-6124 RENTAL - Charming old log home with all the modern conveniences. Three bedrooms, 11/2 half baths. Two porches. Spectacular views and 50 acres to hike. Amy SInane Timbers 540-937-6663 RENTAL - Lovely new 2 BD 2 BA decked home on 84 acres with streams, rock walls and and walking trails. The ideal weekender or writer's retreat. Amy Slornie Timbers 540-937-8668 Armfield, Miller & Ripley, Inc. 322 Main Street • PO. Box 2bb • Washington, VA 22747 Phone: (540) 675-148S • Web: www.amr-rpk.com Exclusive Member of the Estates Club Sotheby's INTERNATIONAL REALTY a i=j PiK'QP Police Briefs Cents-less crime in Rappahannock 4:42 p.m. October 5, Wednesday. A clerk at the Hillsdale Country Store on US-211 called the Rappahannock County Sheriffs Department to report the theft of a package of chewing gum priced at $.69. According to the clerk, Karl Laing-Peterson, of Amigsville, became belligerent and angry after the clerk saw him taking the gum and asked him to pay for it. The 18-year-old LaingPeterson was charged with misdemeanor petty larceny by Deputy Breeden of the RCSD. 1:13 a.m. October 4, Tuesday. Deputy Breeden of the RCSD stopped a vehicle on Rt.522 in the vicinity of Willis Church for speeding at 78 mph in a 55mph zone. The female driver of the vehicle did not have a driver's license, and her male passenger became belligerent towards the deputy. The couple claimed that they did not have to obey traffic laws because she was speeding home to care for a sick child. “That's just not the case. If you have a sick baby, you still have to obey the law,” Sheriff Larry Sheretz said later The driver of the vehicle was charged with reckless driving. 10:30 p.m. October 3, Monday. A complainant called the RCSD to report that her house on Dearing Road near Flint Hill had been burgled and that her possessions had been rifled through, including a lock box. After the complainant phoned police, she waited outside her Rappahannock County Flint Hill: 65 stunning acres with 2BR/2BA log/frame cabin (circa 1825), stone spring house, bam, pond, board and stonewall fencing. Panoramic Blue Ridge Mountain views from hillside building site overlooking the farm. $1,950,000 Ben Venue Area: Adorable 8-room stucco Cape on 12.7 mostly open and fenced acres. Special features: pine and oak floors, 2 remodeled bathrooms, front porch with swing, tin roof plus bam, equipment shed and storage bldg. $625,000 Ben Venue Area: Bordering the 12.7 acres is 31.45 open acres offering building site with mountain views, stream, fencing, approximately 3-4 acres of woods and new entrance. Exceptional location! In foxhunting area. $597,500 Roy 'WTieeler Realty C '©< Jean Lillard 540-675-7171 540-675-3670 (H) www.roywheeler.com/rc jlillard@lynxconnect.com home until the RCSD had secured the area and made sure her residence was clear of intruders. The only items reported missing were two pitchers filled with loose change, estimated to be worth around $25.00. —Monty Tayloe Commonwealth Transportation Board meeting The public is invited to comment on transportation improvements that will address critical needs in this region at a public meeting next Tuesday, October 18. The Commonwealth Transportation Board (CTB) will hold the meeting, to discuss projects in the nine-county Culpeper District, at the Virginia Department of Transportation's Culpeper District Headquarters auditorium, located at 1601 Orange Road in Culpeper. CTB members will take the public comments gathered in similar meetings held across Virginia into consideration as they update the Six-Year Improvement Program for next year. The program allocates funding for rail, public transportation and commuter assistance programs and primary and interstate highway improvement projects over six years. The board adopted the current six-year program in June. The current six-year program is online at www. VirginiaDOT.org. Members of the public will have several opportunities during the meeting to talk about the proposals: 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. Open house session - Regional CTB members and representatives from VDOT, the Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation and Metropolitan Planning Organizations will be available to answer questions about transportation planning, projects and programs. Citizens can submit comments during this time. 6 p.m. - Public discussion starts - Comments may be submitted during this time as well. Canterbury Allen Real Estate Co. Ltd is pleased to announce the sale of this world-class estate. Often referred to as the Queen Mary of country homes, Canterbury was built of English brick between 1932 and 1936. There are eight master suites, 13 FPs, a three-story circular, marble staircase, pool, tennis court, 4 cottages, long river frontage and lovely mountain views. Situated in the Warrenton Hunt, Canterbury has 373 gently rolling acres of pasture and woodland. It is purported to be one of the finest examples of Georgian architecture in America. Asking price was $7,500,000. Canterbury was both listed and sold by Joe Allen. Allen Real Estate is at your service in every price range with 2005 transactions starting at $220,000 and up. Marketing. . . at a Higher Level Allen Real Estate Company, Atd. Joe Allen, Jr. Owner/Broker In the Historic District 43 Culpeper Street Warrenton, VA 20186 540-347-3838 V isit our website at www.allenrealestate.com Tray Allen, Associate Broker KEAl FMAH

Dreaming 6 On the Porch’ By Jan Clatterbuck Rappahannock News Staff Writer There s a new shop with a special flair located in the heart of Sperryville on Main Street. As the name suggests, “On the Porch” welcomes visitors to the warmth and charm that they'll find inside coupled with the friendliness of its young owner, 21-year-old Alaina Breeden. The name “On the Porch” is close to Breeden s heart. “It stems from my love of Southern culture. Porches were a place where families and friends came together. The past was passed down to children through storytelling and music. Porches were a place where people came to gossip, or have a cool glass of tea on a hot summer evening,” said Breeden who wanted her store to have the same home-like feeling, a place where people would be comfortable. As a small child, her mother knew she was never cut out for desk work. She would come up \^ith entrepreneurial ideas as early as the age of five mixing perfumes and soaps into concoctions and putting them in unique containers that she wanted to sell. She would spend summers trying to convince her greatgrandmother in South Carolina to set up a roadside stand at her home to sell her homemade jellies and preserves, and the bounty of produce grown in the two gardens. Making something out of nothing kept Breeden occupied through her adolescent and teen years. Her strong interest in photography and handicrafts also developed during this time. This all led to the concept of selling her items not only for profit, but the pleasure derived from another person's enjoyment from what you've hand crafted. After spending a recent fall season as part of a work study program at the John C. Campbell Folk School in the mountains of North Carolina, Breeden became hooked on folk art, black and white photography, rural music, and all things vintage. Thus began her dream of having a small store in Rappahannock County, where the rural mountain setting is very much like that of the Folk School. She could not only sell her own handicrafts and photographs, but consign out with friends and locals who have similar skills and wares. She could also include small antiques and items with a vintage or rustic feel. Crafting a business With all this in mind, On the Porch” was finally bom. The small shop will cater to those seeking antiques and fine gifts, such as scarves and glassware. The opening has been a slow one, and the inventory still has not reached its full potential. Currently, the majority of stock is of the small antiques variety. Breeden has hand-picked each of these items, and put love and care into cleaning and refurbishing each so that they show their true worth. And as time goes on the handicrafts and photography that are truly the core of what “On the Porch” hopes to offer will abound. While the store may lack in inventoiy at the moment, the shop space itself is inviting and you can't beat the friendly greeting you'll receive when you visit. Breeden wanted to work in Rappahannock County since she was a child. She knew that job opportunities were scarce around here, so she decided to create her own. She loved going to flea markets and auctions. “The rush of getting a good deal on something you really want is like no other experience,” said Breeden. “It's been a long road to get where I am today. There have been a lot of doubts, sleepless nights, and tears shed over this business. I know that I wouldnt have been able to get through it without the help of my family and friends. My mother especially, who has always had words of encouragement when I was feeling low, I will always be thankful to her for that.” Whether you're a resident or just passing through the area, gather your friends and stop in this new shop in Sperryville. You will feel right at home. Even Maggie will greet you at the door. “On the Porch” is open Thursday from 10 a m. to 5 p.m.; Friday and Saturday from 10 a m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday and Monday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The store is closed on Tuesday and Wednesday. NOT FOR SALE: Owner Alaina Breeden with her dog, Maggie, who is not for sale. Rappahannock News Staff Photos/ Jan Clatterbuck ON THE PORCH: Come right in and make yourself at home and browse around to find that special gift for someone on your list. Phone (540) 937-9222. Jan Clatterbuck can be reached at jclatterbuck@timespapers.com SAVVY SCARVES: Breeden has collected a lovely assortment of scarves - some that are bound to match your outfits. (9cto&e/* Z6 /f'f t \ oon - 4:OQ/mi Jfitchell Jfountain ^arn rf// (fPe/come I KEEPSAKES: Breeden is hopeful that her taste in old collectibles will be yours as well •71 ||MM*** us and see why Rappahannock National Bank is... RAPPAHANNOCK’S CHOICE LENDER FOR LAND & FARMS Rappahannock National Bank Ask For Kim Love (540) 987-95% (877) 632-1122 7 Hank Road PO. Box I 79 Washington. YA 22747 tsJ mm Products you want, service you deserve, from a lender you can trust. Memt>er FD/C Rappahannock Office Brokers of Farms, Estates and Five Country Property Running Cedar Lane -12 secluded acres near Sperryville with well designed artisan-built home. 2 bedrooms. 2 baths, and an ingenious open plan. $549,000 Contact Cheri Woodard mm iff Ben VENUE Road - A Stately Virginia farmhouse is the heart of this spectacular 29 acre property. The land has beautiful views and the farmhouse has wonderful potential. $659,000 Contact Cheri Woodard Meadow Brook Farm - Impressive cedar and stone home on 1 (X) acres overlooking a large lake. 8 BDR, 6.5 BTH. 7 FP. Stables, bams, guest house, tennis court. SZiOO.OOO Contact Justin H. Wiley StlAIJ/m Crew Z^tv/-. - The iileal farm - 59 mostly open, rolling, acres with 3 ponds. 2 houses and outbuildings. Horne has 3BDRand 1.5 B m Guest house has 2 BDR and I BTH. $945,(XXI Cmuu tChen Shxxtan/ Old Jenkins Farm - 80 ± acres in VoF easement Numerous building sites, hiking and riding trails, old stone walls, an ideal pond site and mature hardwoods. $795,000 Contact Justin H. Wiley ROCKEDGE - Beautifully remodeled contemporary home on 15 acres with sweeping views of the Blue Ridge. 3 BDR, 3 BTH. screened porch, stone fireplace. More land available. $749,000 Contact Cheri Woodard ORCHARD PEAK-11 + acre-, in VoF easement. Impressive mountain views and surrounded by protected land. Completely private but very convenient to Washington, VA. $775,000 Contact Justin H. Wiley P.ASSAUE CREEK - Horse fann in Fort Valley. Shenandoah Co. Residence has 3 BDR. 2 BTH, gixinnet kitchen. great room. Guest cottage, 6 stall stable, paddocks. 93 acres, trout stream. $1,650,000 Contac t Peter Wilev Lee HIGHWAY - Nicely renovated farm house with two bedrooms, one bath and large two story garage. On Rt. 211 near the Park. Ideal for tourist related business. $349,000 Contact Martin Woodard UNDER Old Stillholsl Road - 10 acres in Culpeper Co. with commanding views of the Blue Ridge. A solid three bedroom, 2.5 bath log home needs renovation. $3804)00 Contact Cherri Woodard SlWSET \HILLS - 25 acres with breathtaking views. Contemporary home with great room, kitchen/family room, 3 BDR. 4 BTH. Ideal for vineyard and/or winery. $1325,000 Contact Justin H. Wiley Castle Heights Secluded A-Frame W ith spectacular views. 2 BDR, 1.5 BTH larce living nxitn with fireplace, 2nd floor deck, recently remodeled. 5 acre* with stream. $329,000 Contact Thome Auchtcr Justin H. Wiley - 540-672-5603 Cheri F. Woodard - 540-987-9080 Peter Wiley - 540-219-3771 Barbara & Thorne Auchter - 540-987-9450 Martin Woodard - 540-987-9080 257 Gay Street, P.O. Box 102, Washington, VA 22747 540-675-3999 www.farmandestate.net

The International Gold Cup prepares for fierce rivalry On Saturday, October 15 as horses race competitively over a spectacular race course, the competition surrounding the field is equally interesting. Candelabras, fine china and exquisite cuisine are all part of the Virginia steeplechase tradition as the 68th International Gold Cup returns to the Great Meadow Events Center in The Plains, Virginia. As one of the largest steeplechase meets in the nation, the International Gold Cup brings together riders, trainers, horses and attendees from around the world. This event also includes a tailgate competition. Gold Cup is pleased to announce that Michael Birchenall, Times Community Newspapers, Ann Limpert, Washingtonian magazine and Shawn Sell, USA Today will be judging the competition. The judges See GOLD CUP, Page B8 2 GREAT NEW LISTINGS ■■■Mu i i "i • SlIAIJim CREEK Lase - The ideal farm near Castleton - 59 mostly open, rolling and. fenced acres with 3 ponds, 2 houses and outbuildings. The main home lias a dramatic Great Rtxim with a soaring tieldstone fireplace, covered veranda and pleasant deck overlooking a large pond. It features 3 bednxnns and 1.5 baths and 2-car garage. The 2 bedroom. 1 bath Guest Cottage is serenely located in a wooded area above another laige pond. $945,(XX) [y ETHERS - At the l«.K»t of Old Rag, this property is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream. The Hughes River is in your front yard and fishing, hiking, biking, kayaking. cross country skiing and hunting opportunities abound. The property Ts 7 acres w ith about 2 acres in fenced pasture to accomodate horses, The balance rises on a mountainside with numerous hiking trails. The pleasant cottage has a large great room. 2 bedrooms and 2 baths. .lust across *1 e line in Madison County. $4ld,(XM) Martin Woodard www.farmandestate.nrt Times Community Newspapers. Call 540-675-3349 with news tips. Remembering Debbie By Jed Duvall Special to the Rappahannock News The camera that can save lives is now at work at the Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company. It was dedicated this past Sunday to the memory of a woman who grew up in Amissville, the late Debbie Wharton. Debbie was a stalwart of the Jesse and Rose Loeb Foundation of Warrenton, where she was the secretary. Her boss, Thomas Kirk, Executive Director of the Foundation, told a gathering of family and friends in the fire hall that “Debbie was instrumental” in the work of the organization. The Foundation provided the grant money for the Fire and Rescue Company’s purchase of the $11,000 thermal imaging device. The imager, demonstrated by Amissville Chief J. B. Carter, Jr., detects heat. The hand-held device lets firefighters “see” through impenetrable smoke, finding both unconscious victims and unseen flames. Chief Carter told the group Photo by Richard Lykes IN FOCUS: The addition of an infra-red camera will enable firefighters to quickly find people in dense smoke. Gathered for the presentation were (left to right): Thelma Martin of Amissville, Debbie’s mother; Kinsey Wharton of Amissville; J B. Carter, Jr., AVFR Chief; Thomas Kirk, Executive Director, Jesse and Rose Loeb Foundation of Warrenton; and Jack Atkins, president, AVFR. that the imager is available for rescue use not only in Amissville, but neighboring fire companies as well. The imager was passed among those attending, some of whom tried it out in a darkened room down the hall. “You can’t hurt it,” said Carter, “we fall on it or drop it and it works just fine.” The president of the Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company, Jack Atkins, arranged the brief memorial. Atkins said of Debbie: “We wore neighbors, we grew up togetiler.” Debbie Wharton died of cancer three days after Christmas of last year after 31 years of marriage. Her widow er, Kinsey Wharton, was in attendance, as were Debbie's mom Thelma Martin, and several other family members. Your Country Property Realtors 10 Acres privately located in Rappahannock County, % / -**4*1**-' * 411 k nnn './■ --c ' A-.: *" '-iX/ 9115,UUU *A.;;.*V' ^ , ; \ X. - i'~' y%~ * V 14 acres located near flint Hill come build your dream home. i . y‘ $275,000 24.58 acres @ $19,800 per acre, with an additional 52 acres bordering the Shenandoah National Park available. The southern border of the 24+ acre tract borders beautiful Waterfall Branch in Riley Hollow. Location provides easy access to Front Royal and Route 66. You can visit our website and search all of the listings in the MLS system. Locally owned and managed. 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Obituaries George L. Ohrstrom Jr. Sportsman and conservationist The Plains A modest giant of Virginia and national horse sports in our times, conservation leader and philanthropist George L. Ohrstrom Jr. died at his home near The Plains on Oct. 6. He was 78. He had been the driving force behind building the new, internationally recognized National Sporting Library in Middleburg, and a founder of the nonprofit Great Meadow field events center near The Plains. / Over the past half-centuiy, Mr. Ohrstrom and the late Paul Mellon set the leadership pace in gathering and preserving classic books and art of the sporting world, and protecting open space in Virginia for future generations. Born June 9, 1927, in Bronxville, N.Y., Mr. Ohrstrom was the second of three children of George L. Ohrstrom Sr., and Emma Riggs Ohrstrom. He was raised in Greenwich, Conn. Mr. Ohrstrom graduated in 1945 from St. Paul's School in New Hampshire and after two years in the U S. Marine Corps, graduated from Princeton University in 1950. After working at the U. S. State Department and in the intelligence services, he began his business career in New York with Lehman Brothers. Joining his father's G.L. Ohrstrom & Co. in 1960, he was the firm's chairman until his death. The company is one of the original private equity firms which started and built three New York Stock Exchange companies, Dover Corporation, Carlisle Companies and Roper Industries. An active lifelong sportsman, he rowed bow on the Princeton crew that finished third in the 1948 Olympic trials. As a passionate lover of foxhunting, he rode in amateur steeplechase races, became president of the Orange County Hunt, and in recent years founded the Bath County Hounds near Hot Springs, Va. Mr. Ohrstrom raced multiple stakes winners in the United States and Europe, including France’s champion 3 Year Old Filly, Comtesse De Loir, and grade 1 Stakes winner Mossflower. He had a special passion for timber racing, and bred and raced Appolinax, among many notable winners, in the jump-racing sport. As an active and generous conservationist and philanthropist, he established the George L. Ohrstrom Jr., Foundation and led construction of a library at St. Paul's School in Concord, N.H., which was dedicated in his honor in 1991. As a founding benefactor of the Piedmont Environmental Council, he was an early supporter of the use of conservation easements to pr ^serve open space. As chairman of The National Sporting Library, the country's only scholarly reposi George L. Ohrstrom Jr. tory dedicated exclusively to equine and field sports, Mr. Ohrstrom provided the leadership and vision for its growth from a few bookshelves to become the premier facility in its field in the nation today. Known to his friends as "Buzzie," Mr. Ohrstrom worked largely behind the scenes in support of a wide range of Virginia conservation projects. Fellow Marine Corps and Virginia friend, journalist Arthur "Nick" Arundel termed him "a remarkable quiet doJr in a world of talkers." Peter Winants, a president of the National Sporting Library, said, "He just went out of his way to avoid accepting credit for what he did." Mr. Ohrstrom is survived by his fifth wife, Jacqueline; his sister, Magalen O. Bryant of Middleburg; three sons, George F., Clarke and Wright Ohrstrom; and a daughter, Winifred O. Nichols. He also leaves five grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his eldest son, Peter F.S. Ohrstrom. His previous marriages ended in divorce. He will be buried at a private funeral service at his Silver Tip Ranch in Montana. A memo rial service is planned for 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 21 at Grace Episcopal Church in The Plains. Contributions in his memory may be made to The National Sporting Library in Middleburg, or to the Piedmont Environmental Council in Warrenton. Marion E. Simpson Sperryville Marion Elizabeth (Yund) Simpson, 85, of Sperryville, died Wednesday, October 5, after a long illness. Mrs. Simpson was bom in Detroit, MI, the daughter of the late Elmer W. Yund and Sarah Fogel, She was reared in Pittsburgh, PA. A graduate of Muskingum College in New Concord, OH, she taught school in Ohio and Pennsylvania for fourteen years. She married Allan R. Simpson, Jr. in 1942 at Fort McClellan, AL. She served as a tour guide at the U.S. Capitol for Congressman Ralph Regula of Ohio from 1980-1985 before retiring to Rappahannock, Virginia. Mrs. Simpson had been a member of John Knox Presbyterian Church in Canton, Lewinsville Presbyterian Church in McLean, VA and was an active member of F.T. Baptist Church near Sperryville at the time of her death. A former chairman of the Woman’s Missionary Union of the church, she also had been a volunteer with the Rappahannock literacy program. She is survived by her husband, Allan R. Simpson, Jr. and two sons, Allan Bruce Simpson of Mukilteo, WA and Scott Simpson of Edmonds, WA; a daughter, April Marie Heddleston of Sperryville. Additional survivors include nine grandchildren; a greatgrandson; a sister, Carolyn Graszl of Greensburg, PA and a half brother, E. Willipm Yund of —Qmntty feitnat— Hidden on a ridge deep in the forest on twenty-five acres is a secluded home which has hickory floors, beautiful builtin bookcases, river rock hearth, large library/office, sunroom, and gourmet kitchen with granit countertops, cherry cabinetry, stainless appliances and center island. Two master suites. Large utility-mudroom contains second kitchen and laundry There is a insulated workshop with water, elec, phone & heat with large shed which could be a stable. The peace and quiet of this private paradise is only broken by the sound of the stream and the wildlife passing near. Call Boo Ingrain 540-825-3300, ext 16 &na 332 James Madison Hwy. Culpeper, Virginia 22701 .. REALTORS www.MontagupMilicr com M0 Imagine sitting on your porch at sunset with a breathtaking view of the Blue Ridge* in the heart of Rappahannock. Or walking down a wooded path to a hidden pasture and serene stream, great building site. Have it all!_;_____ $295,000 DAVID ADOFF REAL ESTATE 540-987-1168 DavidA@MRIS.com Washington, VA OWNER / AGENT B^o^^ovington River Front Lot. Easy access down a .^6®. ,i lined creek to secluded riverfront. Big trees and a nice U building site. $275,000 San Francisco, CA. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Heath Raymond Simpson. A memorial service was held October 9 at F.T. Baptist Church. Memorial contributions may be made to the church, P.O. Box 52, Spenyville, VA 22740. hmpirwy by Randy Minter | ELEVATING HOSPICE AWARENESS Even as high-tech interventions to improve endof-life care have developed over the past few decades, increasing numbers of elderly people facing death are most receptive to hospice care. Hospices are facilities and service organizations that specialize in end7of-life care. According to recent research, giving straight forward information to elderly individuals facing death in nursing homes makes them more likely to enter hospices, where they can receive better, more personalized care during their last days. Researchers found that one out of every five terminally ill nursing home residents who received an informational visit describing hospice care entered a hospice with in the next 30 days. Hospice patents and their families, in general, are more satisfied with the end-of-life care they receive. More and more people are benifitting from the ease and gentle care offered by hospice workers. At the MOSER FUNERAL HOME, 233 Broadview Ave., Warrenton we are proud of our record of service to this community. Call us at 347-3431 to set up an appointment. “God does not take away trials or carry us over them, but atengthens us through them." E.B. Pusey Evelyn E. Burro ugh Amissville Evelyn Elinor Burrough, 83 of Amissville, died Oct. 7, at her residence. She was bom March 2, 1922 in Culpeper County, a daughter of the late Cletus Thomas Stover and Elinor Lucy Hitt Stover. Mrs. Burrough retired as a Centra] Supply Clerk at Fauquier Hospital where she was affectionately called “Miz B”. She was a member of Amissville United Methodist Church. She is survived by two See DEATHS, Page B8 Lots for Sale | Boston Area of Culpeper County At. OlO ST\L*CuS€ POO The Road is in and these lots are ready for your house plans. Each lot has been perked for 4 bedroom home. Mature trees and great location. 12.5 Acres = $265,500 5.2 Acres = $189,500 5.00 Acre = $189,500 Call for more information. james L Wiley, II Inc, Real Estate : 6482 MAIN STREET • P. 0. Bo* 33 • THE PLAINS, VIRGINIA 20198 ountr ii:_■ 4 ... a*-*. ■ **0* • views wimming pool ana mature pees otters; ip.. . 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Going back to being a kid again You have probably heard it said that we revert to being a kid as we age. I think I’m beginning to see some examples of that in my particular case. When you are a kid, patience isn’t something you see as a huge virtue. When I was a little fellow, I was always being told to, “Just sit still.” I had a terrible time with that. I wanted to get up and make things happen. Then, when I was big enough to go hunting, I found out what a big help it w as to be able to sit still and remain almost motionless. So, I learned to do that. I learned to fade into the surroundings. My eyes were opened to a lot of small miracles. I have had squirrels practically crawl up my pants leg when I was deer hunting. (They rarely do that when you are squirrel hunting.) I have watched foxes while they hunted, and have seen owls return to their hollow tree in the early morning. It’s pretty neat. That was then; this is now. I can’t sit still anymore. I want to get up and walk around, and make things happen. I’m not sure how this happened. I’m fighting it, but I think it is a lost cause. The urgency and temptation of fall This is a wonderful time of the year, but there are conflicts. The urgency that you can almost feel in the air is most certainly brought on by the universal knowledge that the days are becoming shorter, and cooler, and that winter can’t be far behind. There are Flint Hill Richard Brady 675-3754 richardbradyl@ juno.com many things that need to be done to get ready. You have to get some apples'. You have to clean and set up the stove. You have to get some wood. You know the list. Everyon? has one. And, all of nature seems to be in the same rush mode. At the same time, the oppressive heat and humidity has slackened. There are a few less bugs, the grass in the yard doesn’t demand all your time, and there is a wonderful, almost sinful, temptation to just lay back and let it happen. April may, indeed, be the cruelest month, but October comes along and makes up for a whole lot Enjoy what is left of this wonderftil month. Yes, go ahead and do your chores, but, every once in a while, give in to the sweet temptation of autumn. Condolences Our community mourns the loss of Maynard Nethers, of Stephens City, who passed away last week. Maynard was bom and raised in Flint Hill. We are also saddened to learn of the passing of John Ralph, who lived here in the village. Our sympathies and condolences are extended to the families of both of these gentlemen. There’s a new business in Sperryville A new shop, “Out on the Porch,” recently opened its doors on Main Street in Sperryville. The opening other own business was one of two major milestones reached by owner Alaina Breeden within the past few weeks. The other was her 21st birthday. The young entrepreneur, who wanted to live and work in Rappahannock County, found that there were not many options in her search for employment. She decided that if she wanted to stay here, she would have to come up with her own way of making money and she decided the best way for her to do that was to open her own business. The shop, which sells, antiques and gifts, is an informal place, much as the name would suggest. The day I visited, I saw inexpensive antique bottles, small plates, and picture frames, as well as a green Sperryville Nancy Ostinato i 987-8444 I oldsperryvillebook1 shop@igkje.net painted wooden teakettle and a small black table with a decoupage of sheet music for the song “Mountain Greenery.” The shop also offers scarves and handmade soaps. . “I love going to antique shops,” said Breeden. “I know what I like and I thought I’d know what other people would like, too.” Breeden shared that her true love is folk art but that she has not been able to get inventory so far. She also hopes to eventually add some of her own black and white photography to the walls of the shop. Breeden, who originally hailed from Rappahannock County, moved around to Manassas, Culpeper and Chantilly. “I missed small town life when I was living in Fairfax County where the growth and traffic is disheartening at times,” she said. Out on the Porch, which is located at 31 Main Street in Sperryville, is open Mondays and Thursdays 10-5 and Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays 10-6. For more information call 937-9222. Rappahannock Business Alliance The Sperryville Business Alliance, which has been working for the past few years to boost business prospects in the area, has concluded that small business in Rappahannock County would best be served by banding together in a countywide effort that would promote all local businesses in one comprehensive publication that covers everything the county has to offer. The alliance also wants to help the non-tourist related businesses by listing local services that residents need to know about. As a result of more than a year of planning and with the most recent attractive Speriyville booklet now in circulation, the Sperryville Business Alliance invited all county businesses to pool their resources and form the Rappahannock Business Alliance at a meeting on October 6th. Any small business owners who missed this meeting can still become involved in the effort to promote the offerings of our area more effectively. For more information contact Eric Kvames at macahannock® mac.com or check this column, for information regarding upcoming meetings. Student received trophy for reading most hours Parker Critzer who lives in the Town of Washington, received a trophy last week for reading. Parker is in Geraldine Payne's second grade class at RCES and she got the trophy for reading the most hours in the month of September. Each student keeps a “reading diary” and keeps track of all the time they read at home. Parker got 30 “points” and each point is for 15 minutes of reading. Parker said that she loves Mrs. Payne and says she makes learning fun. She also has Mrs. Karen Williams for a teacher and says she is a great teacher too. Parker garnered another trophy for being Washington Jan Clatterbuck 675-3338 jclatterbuck@ timespapers.com named a “good citizen” by her classmates. Keep up the good work Parker! A great bargain for everyone Don't miss the Washington Ladies Auxiliary Thrift Shop $5 Bag Sale on Saturday, Oct. 22 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Take the time out Deaths From Page B7 daughters, Gloria A. Clatterbuck of Amissville and Doris B. Breeden of Culpeper; one brother, Wallace B. Stover of Amissville. Additional survivors include five grandchildren and eight great -grandchil dren. Mrs. Burrough was preceded in death by her husband, Charles D. Burrough, a daughter, Hazel Mae Frazier and a brother, Charles T. “Tommy” Stover, Jr. A funeral service was held on Monday, Oct. 10 at Amissville United Methodist Church by Rev. Ned S. Van Dyck. 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Mr. Ralph was retired from the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts as a stage technician. After retirement, he moved in 1980 to Flint Hill where he became a building contractor until his second retirement. He was proud of the fact that he was a co-founder of the Corvette Club of America. He was also a member of Trinity Episcopal Church, Washington. He is survived by his wife, Peggy Ralph; one son, Michael Monetta of Amissville, and three grandchildren. A memorial service will be held on Friday, Oct. 14 at 1 p.m. at Trinity Episcopal Church, Washington, by Rev. Jennings W. Hobson. Interment will follow at the Flint Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice of the Rapidan, PO Box 1715, Culpeper, VA 22701. Arrangements are by Moser Funeral Home, Warrenton. 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You can also catch the indoor yard sale at the Washington Volunteer Fire and Rescue Squad from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Birthday wishes go out to Mae Smoot of Harris Hollow who has her day on Tuesday, Oct. 18 and also to John Clark Jr. of Harris Hollow who will have his day on Monday, Oct. 24. Happy belated anniversary to Junior and Michelle Jenkins of Flint Hill who had their day on Tuesday, Oct. 11. Pumpkins aplenty - choose your own size A reminder for all of you who do not have your pumpkins for Halloween carving yet. You'll find pumpkins from the mini variety to large ones and for very reasonable prices at Muskrat Haven Farm in Amissville on US 211. Also available are straw, com stalk bundles, Indian com, gourds of different shapes and colors Parker Critzer earned a trophy for her reading points and beautiful pots of mums to complete your fall decorations. By making one stop here, you could just about decorate your yard in true har® vest and Halloween style. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Tammy Bruce of Washington, who died on Saturday, Oct. 1. Also to Wayne Corbin . of Sperryville, who lost his wife, Frances on Sunday, Oct. 2. May both families be comforted holding their memories in their hearts to get them through this time of sorrow. Gold Cup From Page B6 « will critique registered tailgates at the race and will award two roundtrip airline tickets on American Airlines to the winner. The International Gold Cup is as much a social outing as it is a horse race, many corporations and individuals purchase tents and rail spots to host lavish parties that include extensive tailgate fare. All within the heart of Virginia horse country, 45 minutes west of Washington, DC in a spectacular setting with views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. 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Rappahannock home and land transfers These Rappahannock County home and land property transfers were recorded in the Rappahannock County Circuit Court Clerk s office for the period of September 26 to October 7. 7b find transfers in other Northern Virginia counties, visit www.timespapers. com. (Please note that only the first person named as the grantor or grantee is listed.) Stonewall /Hawthorne No land transfers were recorded this week. Hampton Susan E. Binford and others to SSI Properties Inc.; 25 acres, $275,000 Anna Wat and others to Christopher I Parrish and wife; 0.57 acres, $80,000 Wakefield Hussein Bumie and wife to Andrew Gerard and wife; 2.4953 acres, $269,000 JS&C Properties Inc. to James A. Williams and' others; 4 parcels, Wakefield Blue Ridge Mountain Estates, Map IE-1-3-26, $20,000 William B. Hilbish to Murray B. Williams arid wife; 0.25 acres, $2,000 George D. Trump and wife to Philip G. Krastman; Wakefield Twin Falls Subdivision (Skyland Falls) Lots 23, 24, 25, $179,000 Joseph B. Fisher Sr. to Mill Creek Homes LLC; Wakefield BRME (Blue Ridge Mountain Estates) Lot H, Block 3, Section E, Plat 5, $15,000 Piedmont Carroll E. Settle and others to PLL Properties LLC; 0.1982 acres, $189,000 Dorothy Taylor to Sixteen Main Street LLC; 0.5 acres, $400,000 Thomas R. Taylor to Jeffrey R. Snay and others; 4 acres, $213,000 Thomas G. Taylor and wife to Jill Waller; 1.2755 acres, $385,000 Michael Gregory Ostinato and wife to Nancy Madsen-Ostinato and other trustees; 0.2981 acres, $0 Jackson Diane Ortner and others to Jane O. Duguid; 23.1621 acres, $680,000 Woodville G. Barron to Woodville G. Barron; 24.5854 acres, $0 Dana Allen Crane and wife to John J. Varga; 8.716 acres, $481,500 Peter S. Snyder and others to Timothy Thoman; 0.9494 acres, $339,000 Donald D. Hall to Jonnie Sue Hicks and others; 9.5057 acres, $472,000 Caught red-handed Bob Clements-of Flint Hill was “caught red handed” perfecting his chili recipe for the 4-H Chili Cook-Off Bluegrass Festival to be held on November 6th from 2-6 p.m. at the Rappahannock County High School. Advanced tickets may be purchased at the Beauty Box in Washington, Drum and Strum in Warrenton and Culpeper Music Store. Advance tickets are $10. At the door, $12. Students are $5 and children under 5 are free. Please come out and enjoy the fun! Seating is limited. Photo courtesy of Hazel Zinn-Day :'*W - -. . Caff to Advertise! 540-347-4222 ■ :0£y s*4| M'lfist Sfc"' BUILDING SUPPLIES CHERRY STREET BUILDING SUPPLY CORP. See Us For AH Your Building Supply Needs 540/825-0397 1418 Orange Rd., Culpeper Brandy Station Rt. 762 825-9690 M-F 7:30-6:00 • Sat. 7:30-4:00 * Closed Sunday BUSH HOGGING BUSH HOG Service ...need your field cut? No Job too big or small! Call today for FREE estimate. 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Ideal Hunt Box situated 9 miles from Middleburg on Family Farm in the Heart of Piedmont Hunt territory. 4 BR. 2 , BA. Country Kit.. Living Rm . Rec Rm, Hrdwd Firs through-out. Ig porch overlooking pond washer dryer, grounds maintained by landlord, pets welcome Utilities not included $ 1800 mo 540 554 8671 Your Ad Could be HERE Call Today 347-4222 CLARKE, SE: Log cabin. 2BR 1FB, 2HB, CAC, FP, porch, priv. Refs req2d. $1500/mo + utils. 540-837-1824. CTLPEPER Brand New!!3BR. 2BA. 5950/mo. Avail immed. Sec dep & credit check req Olafsen Realt>540-3471505 r Fairfax 2BR, 2Ba remodeled kit, spacious LR, FP, updated BA w/ ceramic. Sec dep, $1400/mo (703)915-9498 Forest Cottage The Plains Log cabin behind Great Meadow 1BR. BA. gas heat S AC. 2 tenant max. No pets Avail end of Nov. $950'mo Cathy Bernach 540-687-4144 For lease or lease purchase Fabulous 4800 sf 4br 3ba home in Warrenton Virginia. This beautiful home is available now on a short term lease of month to month up to six months for only $2599 per month plus last month rent and cleaning deposit. Call Thomas @ 540 878-1088 Hampton House The Plains Behind Great Meadow Small 1BR cottage, 1BA. heat pump with AC. 1 tenant max. No pets.Avail, end of Oct. $950/mo Cathy Bernach 540-687-4144 MIDDLEBURG THE PLAINS furnished, quiet serene country side Beaut views. 3BR. 2BA gourment kitch $2900 flex, lease So much Better than a hotel1 703-754-7371 MIDDLEBURG/ THE PLAINSSm 2 B R . IBA.on farm CAC. garg porch. No smkg Stalls paddock avail $ 1 4 0 0 mo 540-687-6762 brevnov@ star power net Nr LOVEETTSVILLE: Highly appealing 2BR. 3BA home Beaut grds. carport, wetbar. stor age $1600 mo (540)882-4668 On Top Of The World Bluemont, Immaculate, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, deck, sunrm. Breathtaking view of valley. Exc. loc., 30 min. to Dulles. No lawn care. $1325/ mo, sec. dep, credit check reqd. Million $$ area. AvI 11/1. 703-887-3121. ORLEAN, VA Lovely 1840s country Victorian, 3BR. 2.5BA, AC. 1 4acs, barn, walk to country stores & restaurant. Sm pet w/ extra sec dep. $2000/mo. Refs, requr 1. 540-272-0200 ROUND HILL 2BR + of fice. 1BA, indoor laundry, fplc, deck, on 11 acre farm. $ 1350/mo. Horse field board extra. Call 540-338-6654 Small Efficy cabin, Rapp Co. renivated. views, private. $550/ mo. + utils. (540)987-7214 Sperry v i I le Log/frame settlers home, 30acs 4bd. :.5ba SFP.LR. DR. den. off/ nurs 2 Irg porch. Lg lavsn/gdns. Stream. Near park S2.400/mo. 540-9373l85aff 6 STERLING, 4BR, 3 FULL BA. FIN BSMT, inground pool Avail. 11/1/05 Call 410-546-4202 STERLING SFH Colo mal on cul-de-sac. 4 BR, 2 5 BA $1800/mo. + util. Great schools. Call for details . 703-999-4524. Warrenton, 2BR, 1BA, no pets/smkg. nice neighborhood, $1000/ mo Call 4 - 7 p m (540)439-3851 Classified Ad$ Work Call 347-4222 Warrenton: Newer 3 BR, 3BA in town. Full finished basmt, porch, deck, $1500/mo. W i I I F a r I y 540-219-6617 V J WARRENTON: Unfurn MBR w/bafh, nonsmoking. $650 share utils. Quiet/AC.refs. 540-955-1278 LEESBURG/ ARCOLA: Modern Cntry home, room avail to share in 4BR. 2BA, 3-acres $500 incl. utils. 1 fno sec. CAC. deck. Avail now. C) 703-622-8637 (H) 703-327-2498. Gainesville, 3BR, 2.5BA, TH. 2 car garg, gourmet kit, hdwd fls. $2000/mo + sec dep (703)915-9498 Stoneridge/Aldie: 2cg, 3BR. 2FB. 2HB, fpl. all appls $1850 Great loc. ease w/option avl. (703)327-7771 \ Rentals — Office V____/ MARSHALL, VA OFFICE SPACE convenient to everywhere. Great building/ multiple offices/ share kitchen Big >ard/dogs allowed/ ample parking, avail, mimed Call Ruth 540-364-9023 Auctions A J Fox*), iw>wl i DM btau Auction Friday, Oct 21,2005 ■ Waynesboro, VA Ew**m 10 un MEm 12 Noon ■<7i Mracain la »?« Untie t». 1 aar wrrr erw rx aa»v? i sss ard 'ajny« &z dfiow ~r& arc woftwrt'd ^cner a/pu ~ Jtf a&/r **£ tty* 1305jff ZM} J>A3; it A3XS?£ £ r«fi SfX* !fflC EOfflBIT 4 «6xt V? v»et^ ;.TacB «i i Hi* W yrs. MacMflr< {' Ik/jn, *fe**ts 3 y*» jft &.-•>« -4 a*?^ ws Vx*, >c,u- Hflcr* uu«r rs 3 J*? *U»»i'.fc'nr W. /way. iixv. WH* .jd» -»/*■«*?*»« ******** kmUkmtm+UMrftmtlimnvi + Hm r'ZM }«*&; \+. p,i tafeuuhc **■ a** * ***'' f\-t>erv bofaauafet .fcenr#.r X I n<s Sewc X*wev kwm •A’^'-ae I4Q ftCMMflQ a Srwng 9* toAUn* 804-232-3300 maw tu> wwx.Motteys.com /^ ma INntato — Office V____ OFFI CE FOR RENT Warrenton 1 block from courthouse, 1550 sq.ft. 4 reserved parking spaces. 540-272-0053 WAREHOUSE SPACE AVAIL Remington ' For storage & cars. Gated & secured. Ample parking. 540-439-6007 DEER AND small game hunting in No. Va. Call 703-670-9783 or visit www.nsa-mc.com BEALETON, RAMBLER, 3BR, 2BA, culde-sac. 1/2ac, fenced yd, porch, work shed, hot tub. $ 2 9 0 K. 540-270-6677 BEAUTIFUL CONDO Lakevlew. 2BR, 2BA, fplc, gar. Excl condl $399,900. Call for appt. 703-327-9383 Marshall, VA, 2BR 1 BA, 1.75 ac, bsmt, upgraded kit, deck, views, near 16 6, $345K. (703)475-6100 $5K towards closing Rappahannock Cty Flint Hill: Charming 3BR, 2BA stucco cape (1940) w/full-length front porch on 2+ac w/ stunniong BlueRidge Mtn views. Lg bldg suitable for studio/ofc + storage bldg. $399,900. Principals only. (540)675-3670 Rappahannock Cty Flint Hill: Charming 3BR, 2BA stucco cape (1940) w/full-length front porch on 2+ac w/ stunning Blue Ridge Mtn views. Lg bldg suitable for studio/ofc + storage bldg. $399,900. Principals only. 540-675-3670. r~-\ 499 Sate* — Houma V J CULPEPER :2005 Rambler 3BR/2BA, 2070sf, lg lot. deck. fncd. 2 car gar. fp. $409,900. (540)727-0544. FORECLOSURE: 5BR. . Only $19.9001 Must sell! For listings call 800-749-8168 ext R528. ADS WORK Call 540-347-4222 Auctions ^t Auction Real Estate Presents... Multiple Homes, Land & Commercial Real Estate in the Fredericksburg & Northern Neck regions ot va. to be sold at public auction over the coming weeks! Fw Toth, Dmcnom k Odin Wo, Via Our Wrkwtt: wwwAtAuctionJjiz Oui 540/899-17% Q} A WfUKDOBf Rval Estate Auctions Gigantic Auction West Columbia. S.C. .Weds Oct. 19.7005 .900 a.m.'EOT Crawler toederi (Tractors • Hydraulic Excavator. - End Dumps • Motor Oroders t Scrapers ■ Rubier-tired loaders - loader lackhpts - Rollers Hydraulic Cranes ‘ Paving t Compaction - Trenchers' Forklifts • Single, Tondeat and Tri-axle Dumps • Truck Tractors • Specialty Tracks • lowboys ' Skidders ■ Feller tunchers1 leg loaders - Site fcep Equipment - Mi sc Contractor end logging Equipment For Wo cod "The Equipment Auctioneers" ah 1400447-7085 J. M. Wood Auction Co, Inc. Montgomery ki Itchod Wood SC UC 9003529 («2EJ Gainesville: $629,900 New/SF/Detached/ Brick Front Colonial never lived-in. 4BR, 2 1/2 Baths, LR. DR, FR Gourmet kitchen, Rec. Room, Hardwood in foyer (2 story), Dining area & kitchen. 2 car garage in prestgious Piedmont subdivision Call: Amjad (571) 217-9710. Split foyer, 4 BR, 2 full BA, eat-in kitchen, LR, family room w/ FP, office or den, newly painted, paved driveway, beaut, landscaped yard, central heat & air, shop w/ elec., privacy fence, backs up to common ground w/ creek. Move in condition. Off Rt. 7 great for commuters. 1 mi. from Winchester. $ 3 4 9,9 0 0 540-869-4482 Your AD Could BE HERE Call 347-4222 42+acs river frontage, Hazel River, lovely sandy beach. Potential for subdividing. $650K. Call Sylvia Williams, Weichert Realtors, 540-635-8000, 540-660-4062 BUILDING LOT FOR SALE 3.0ac, 4BR, perc, rd frontage, nice view. Settled, pastoral & wooded nghbrhd of 10+ac lots. Horse boarding nearby. Hampton Rd 1/2 mi S of Rt 9. $330,000. (540)882-9013 Culpeper Co. 3 lots, quiet area. 2.4 ac$ 1 25 K, 4.8 ac$ 150K & 10 acS200K. Builder will build to suit. Bring your plan or choose one of ours. Emily Henrv 540-341-3528 Long & Foster Classified Ads Work Call 347-4222 'v. RaAm POTS FAUQUIER SPCA STRAY ANIMALS 540-788-9000 Visit our homepage at www.fauquierspca.com e-mail fspca@netzero.com tor a complete up to date listing r --— Real Estate for Sale Fabulous home for sale in Warrenton The minute you enter this home you sense the openness and pride of ownership. The main level features a huge kitchen with light colored cabinets and counters. A spacious morning' room looks out over the lovely back yard. The family room is twenty feet taH with windows surrounding a marble aas fireplace. There is an additional bedroom and bath on this level. The upper lever has three bedrooms and two more baths including a large master suite with sitting room and his and hers walk-in closets. A beautiful master bath completes this space. On the lower level your family can spend many enjoyable evenings in the gigantic recreational room featuring surround sound speakers. This 4800 plus square foot home is priced $75,000 below the market at only $699,000! Call now for your appointment to see this beautiful home at: 540-878-1088

Real Estate 133 Sates — UrtsA Acreage Fauquier Co Located near Warrenton/ Marshall. 2 adjoining lots of 3 & 4 acs. Wooded site w/ road frontage. $229,900 & $239,900 Emily Henry 540-341-3528 Long & Foster Grand Opening Oct 15th & 16th Beacon Hill Estates 5 to 10 acre estate parcels with deeded access to the Shenandoah River. 20 mins to Dulles Tech Corridor. Starting at $425,900 Limited availability. Call today! 800-316-9821 wwu.beaconhilln vconv This Could be Your Ad! Call 540-347-4222 Only One! 5 acres, private, access to 2 recreational ponds, new well, wooded with unique rock out-croppings. Just 90 mins west of DC.$49,900. 800-316-9821 echostoneproperties.com POND/ STREAM 5+ acs. $59,900, trout stream, close to recreation river, new well Great financing avail Call 800-316-9821 echostoneproperties com RIVER FRONT PROPERTY quiet, secluded. 3 tracks to choose from. 6-9 acres.540-721-5010 Fauquier Times-Democrat ADS WORK Call 347-4222 cun iwuesEm. onT.V.i MMBariKURMEElifDinS (800) mm J^ientwortii mem CASH W)i W5JnJCUlM5Klief!#mS; Announcements J KEEP AMERICA SAFE Be i nitar/ poke officer »ASe you are 19 to I00X colege (moon asssmce. Serve and protect American heroei l-NMO-OtUD www.l-Mt-GO-GUUD.cwii Shenandoah River ? to 10 acre estate parcels with deeded access to the Shenandoah River. Limited availability. Starting at $425,900.' Beacon Hill Estates Grand Opening Oct 15th & 16th Call 800 ? 16-9821 www.beaconhillwv.com Stream/Spring 7 ac open/ wooded, excellent Pond site, incredible view. Mature hardwoods. $82,900. 90 mins, west of DC beltway. 2 mins, to town. 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CULPEPER COUNTY Privacy minutes from town, 26 ac. with immaculate 3BR, 3BA, brick rambler, rolling fields and pond. $649,900 Call Gene Smith MADISON COUNTY Brightwood Areabeautiful circa 1900 home on 9.5 a c , barn/ outbuildings, pond, mountain views, partially fenced. $578K Call Gene Smith Deer Ridge Privacy on 64 Z wooded acres, main residence built in 2002, guest/rental cottage, pond, abundant wildlife. $735K Call Bill Gentry Rochelle Area 32+- acres, mostly open, rolling pastures, circa 1900 farmhouse, long road frontage on one of Virginia's Scenic By-Ways. $500K Call Bill Gentry or Gene Smith PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY Located in the Lake Manassas Area, 10Z acres, partially wooded, lake frontage. $699,900 Call Gene Smith Jefferson Land & Realty 540-948-5050 www.Jeffersonland.com Find Out What Your Home isWorth On-Line visicwww. VirginiaHomeValu. com CLASSIFIED ADS WORK! Call Your Rep TODAY! 540-347-4222 or FAX 349-8676 r~~ 135 V._ Real Estate __ Historic District in Front Royal, VA. Completely renovated home built in 1924 with lots of charm and quality workmanship. Property has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and large country kitchen. Beautiful wood floors. Property is priced to sell at $249,900.00. Owner will pay $7000.00 in closing costs...Lovely property for more information call Bruce Wood at Stonewall Realty 866-635-7717 Lake Views'IContemporary. 7.9 acrs. built ’01, upgrades throughout. 3BR. 2BA. CAC, 2 car garage. S469K540-721-3323800476-2992brenda@ country side.com LEESBURG $352,500, Open House 1 p-4p, Loc Loc! End unit TH, 3br, 1.5ba, upgrades, fresh paint, deck & more. US15N, L Edwards Ferry, L Heritage, R Carnaby Way to #122 Paul Grimshaw. 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Fret No Obligation Approval—Refinance or Purchase Loan Call ToU Free 800-957-7622 Unahser torheytan whcixifrt a .awutae* a tang t iktsay Lenin AF% a' PUBLIC/LEGAU NOTICES VIRGINIA IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY IN RE: Change of Name of ASHLEY NICOLE HENSLEY TO ASHLEY NICOLE ARNOLD ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of the above-styled suit is to seek an Order changing the name of Ashley Nicole Hensley to Ashley Nicole Arnold pursuant to Section 8.01-217 of the 1950 Code ot Virginia, as amended And it appearing by affidavit filed according to law that Tammy Lynn Hensley, the above named Defendant, may not be a resident of the State of Virginia, AND that the due diligence has been exercised ti ascertain her whereabouts, without effect, it is therefore ORDERED that the said Tammy Lynn Hensley appear on or before the 11th day of November, 2005 in the Clerk2s Office of this Court and do what is necessary to protect her interests. Diane Bruce Clerk of the Circuit Court I ASK FOR THIS: Douglas K Baumgardner Counsel for Plaintiff 211A Mam Street PO Box 270 Washington. Virginia 22747-0270 Telephone:540-675-3617 Facsimile: 540-675-3225 09/29/05. 10/06/05, 10/13/05, 10/20/05 #678215 166 Sate* — Townhouse* BEAUTIFUL BRAND new Strasburg TH for sale by owner. UNDER MARKET VALUE, Own this beautiful home in the most desirable location in Shenandoah Located minutes from 1-81 and I-66. TH outside quaint, quiet town of Strasburg. 3br. 2 5ba, luxury master suite w/ vaulted ceiling. Country kitchen 1300 sf of living spaces w/ unfinished bsmt. (perfect for studio or office suite) $243,590. Agents welcome 540-287-7679 Sterling $415,000 3BD/2FBA/2HB Woodstone end-unit TH Immac. New A/C unit, updated Kit w/ new appliances. Fresh paint & energy eff. windows. Upgraded h/w firs kit and DR 3lvls w/ 1 cargar. Corus Home Realty 703-803-6000 www.corushome.com --->. Commercial v__/ Retail/ F lex/ Whse. Herndon-8.000 SF Whse Sterlin)>-2.222 SF Retail Manassas -8.100 sq. ft. Whse . N A I K L N B 571-382-2061 RETAIL FOR RENT OLD TOWN WARRENTON 850 sq. ft. beautiful display windows. 540-272-0053 V__/ For'Sale 8,050 SF Office/Flex Condo PDGI w/ storage $150. PSF, fully built out NAI KLNB 571-382-2061 It foo/c6YEARS to graduate. Find a job in about 6 MINUTES. Times Classified 347-4222 or Fax 349-8676 N < oc Business Opportunities V_I__J Own A Computer? Tut it to Work! Up to $ 1 5 00- $ 7 50 0/mo TT/FT SSS-6S4-S14^ 24hr recording. Free Online UtckaL’c' www.MiraGente.com Turn Key Operation Restaurant sitting up to 200. Ideal for diner in very busy section of Lancaster County, PA. For info call 717-368-4618 ask for Chris. \9Qn Antiques & | “W —»»» ■ - - I uoneciNHes V_/ WANTED: Older fishing tackle, bamboo rods, reels, lures, etc. Also Coleman camp gear, hunting items, Zippo lighters Wild Game Calls & Recurved bows. Call Bob 540-545-8508. Berryville. r 220 Farm Equipment J 9N FORD TRACTOR w/ Woods bushhog Some tools & turn. 703-754-3764 Kubuta Grand L3830DT: Excel cond, 4whl drv, attachs mwr deck, bush hog & plow. $15k. 703-727-5386. (-- \ 224 Firewood V J ALL OAK SEASONED hardwood. Delivered $160/ full cord. $85/ half cord 703-868-2524 or 703-897-0016. FREE fIREWOOD, you cut & haul, near Ben Venu. 540-675-3606. Seasoned Firewood, $175/cord. 2 or more, $165 per cord. Other woods avail. (540)948-4907 228 Funyur*/ J $270 BRAND NEW KING PILLOWTOP SET Factory sealed w/ warranty. Can deliver. 703-263-7888 7 pc Cherry Bedroom Set. All Dovetailed-still boxed. Must move $875. Can dlvr. 703-898-8768 BED- 2pc FULL SIZE MATTRESS SET. New in plastic. $135. 703-263-7888 BED-DOUBLE QUEEN PILLOWTOP SET New in plastic w/ warr $165 Can deliver. 703-378-8866 BEDRM- 5 PC set NEW IN BOXES. Sacrifice $550. Can deliver 703-898-9247 CHERRY 6pc DINING ROOM Group- Table/ Chrs/China Cab. Still boxed. $895 Can deliver. 703-898-8768 ooo Garage/ * YM Sales 3 FAMILY Garage/Estate Sale. . Penderbrook Community. 3779 Center Way, Fairfax, VA 22033, Sat. 10/15. 8am-3pm Purcellville Townwide Tag'Yard Sale. Sat. Oct. 15th. 8am. 120+ sales. Maps available Info @ pvilletaqsale. com r 233 Estate Sales V__ J ESTATE, TAG, YARD SALE, 10-15, 8a-4p. lots from antique shop closing, 656 Viewtown Rd. Amissville. VA(540)675-3691 -N Hay, Straw ft Feed V J GOOD CLEAN ORCHARD Grass hay 700lb round bales 50 bales 2nd cut $35ea. 100 bales 1st cut $30 ea No delivery will load. Orlean area Ready now, get before weather gets bad Mulch hay also avail. 540-364-2419 Manure Removal, Saw Dust, general hauling. Free est Horse transportation. (540)351-1625 v_y AURORA HO SLOT cars wanted. 1960s Model Motoring Also, Atlas, Tyco, AFX, Marx, Lionel. 703-960-3594 HOT TUB: Never used, stil' in wrapper, 31 jets, seats 6. Digital control, ozone, waterfall, lifetime warranty on shell. Retail $6500 Must sell $3700 Can deliver. 571-237-5015. NEW OAK CABINETS For Sale. 69'/2 cabinet for sink, floor wall & pantry cabinet, new counter top. island, stove & micro new, refrig. Cabinets $6000 new. will sell all for $4000 703-338-7539 Your Ad Could be HERE Call Today 347-4222 Border Collie pupsBlack & white. S300 305-401-3596 BOXER PUPPIES- AKC. champ bloodline, shots.’ wormed, tails docked dew claws removed. vet checked Males and Females available 8 weeks old $650-$700 each Call 304-279-8583 or check out ou: Web site http:/ /users adelphia net/ -copelandsboxers/ GERMAN Shep pups. AKC quality Euro lines, titled Sire. 4 M's. 4 F s. black/tan & black/red healthguar. wormed, shots, hip cert 7wks.$800 ea.5404 3 9 - 0 9 1 2 / 540-229-9464 LAB PUPS, AKC/OFA/ CERF yellows. Vet checked & socialized, well bred. Ready to go' (540)636-4746 Weimaraner pups- 1st & 2nd shots. AKC reg.. champion lineage. 10 wks. ready now1 Can dlvr. 540-668-7670 tranquillafarm @aol. com YORKIES, puppies, 3 females, AKC. ready now. Only serious inquireis. $1000. 540-937-5492 --- 294 Giveaways V_ 3 YR OLD lab mix, to good home, very loving. good w/ kids. Midland Va. 703-967-3315 CUTE, ADORABLE, happy. Zebra finches. Wonderful for children or adults. Ability to watch from egg laying to first flight w/o assistance. No fuss at all. Very, very low main. . Free to good home. 540-338-2524. FREE CAT, 2 loving adult home, no dogs, beautiful gray long hair, 3yrs old, affectionate, playful, all shots, spayed ( male, owner disabled, (540)364-3671 FREE FILL DIRT If you can take 100 loads or more. Call 703-771-3975 Free firewood, you cut & haul. (540)253-5575 BOOKKEEPER AR/AP Payroll Taxes Call for more info. & services. 540-937-5128 Ads Work Call a Rep Today Call 347-4222 Home I**'0 Healthcare Jackson Mouse Assisted Living provides senior citizens, a safe home like selling. X Jackson I n Boston, \ A 22713 540-987-8746 ( \ 376 Homo ° Improvement v j Dave s Glass & Home Repair Stcrrr Windows' Doors. Patio Doors Insulated Glass Glass Repair Sorry. No Auto Glass Free Estimates-' 1-877-679-0350 ( Y *p4 Health & > 383 Beauty V J BOWFLEX ELITE, 04; excellent cond. $750.' (540)439-1687 r \ 480 ABC Licenses CopperFox Distillery Enterprises. LLC % trading as Copper Fox ' Distillery 9 River Lane, Sperryville, Rap-' pahannock County, Virginia, .. 22740 is applying to the' VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL for a Distillery license to sell or manufacture alcoholic beverages. Richard Day Wasmund Jr Managing Member 10/13/05, 10/20/05 727710 Classified ADS WORK! Call Your Rep; TODAY! 540-347-4222 or FAX 540-349-8676 fill III

Employment *Mm Full Tint# > tmptoyment Work with a company that values individual growth and learning. Join our full-service restaurant team and enjoy the kind of good life that keeps getting better. Servers Hosts Full and Part-Time, Ull Shifts Apply in person or online at www.unos.com Uno Chicago Grill 21035 Dulles Town Center Sterling, VA 10701 Bulloch Or. Manassas, VA 7390 Atlas Walk Way Gainesville, VA 119481 Fair Oaks MaU Fairfax, VA We are an equal Opportunity employer. Our employees make us 01 taapa i ' ‘ When you’re . trying to reach ; qualified * job applicants, use a newspaper : that’s qualified for the job! I » i * I * I • To ' advertise in the I • i - Times ! 'Community i *. 1 Newspapers | Job Update I » I i Call 540-347-4222 or FAX 540-349-8676 545 Full Time Employment AUTO BODY TECH Icar certified. Great company, facility pay plan and benefits. Call Larry Allen Rick Hunt Ford Dodge (540)347-1234 Auto Parts COUNTER SALES FT/PT Positions 15 Northern VA locations. (Prince William, Loudoun & Fairfax Counties), Full benefits. Call: Fairfax Auto Parts 703-323-5300 BUYING? SELLING? Fauquier TimesDemocrat Classified s Have It! Call TODAY. 540-347-4222 Construction HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR TRAINING FOR EMPLOYMENT Bulldozers Backhoes Loaders Dump Trucks Graders Scrapers Excavators Train in Virginia Next Class: Nov. 7th National Certification Financial Assistance Job Placement Assistance 800-383-7364 Associated Training Services Drivers $55,000 PLUS per year to Start! Short Haul premium Pay. Excellent benefits with automatic increase every 6 months. CDL-A and 6 mths T/T exp. required. Call Sunday/ Anytime 800-546-0405 or 1-800-444-1272 x 3005 --e Full Time 3,3 Employment V J Drivers $55,000 plus per year to Start! Short Haul Premium Pay Excellent benefits with autommatic increses every 6 months. CDL-A and 6mths T/T exp. required. Call Sunday/ Anytime 800-546-0405 or 1-800-444-1272 X3005 DRIVERS/ DELIVERY Full-time and parttime positions. AM & PM shifts. Full benefits, year-round work, not seasonal. Locations in Loudoun, Prince William & Fairfax Counties. Fairfax Auto Parts 703-323-5300 ELECTRICIAN Residential, mechanic & experienced helpers wanted for long term employment with Manassas based contractor. Up to $20 per hr. Advancement available. Benefits = vacation, holiday, health/ dental / vision. insurance, tuition assist & 401k. VADL. SSN & Drug test required Call :703-365-0792 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR ELIGIBLE SENIOR CITIZENS The Senior Community Service Employment Program, authorized under TITLE V of the Older Americans Act provides training, jobs and independence for older men and women. If you are 55 years of age or older, on a limited income, and live in Culpeper, Fauquier, Madison, Orange or Rappahannock Counties, you may be eligible for training and employment through the RAPPAHANNOCK - RAPIDAN COMMUNITY SERVICE BOARD/AREA AGENCY ON AGING, located in Culpeper. Give Neil LaGrow a call at (540) 825-3100, ext. 3420 and find out more about this opportunity to learn and earn. EEO/AA '^BloomsUSA Why commute? Work close to home! Earn $40,000 - $50,000 a year! Sales Reps needed for national floral company to handle in-bound sales calls. Other opportunities available in: Customer Service & Operations Earn $8-$12 / hour plus bonuses To enjoy great pay & benefits, Call our Job Hotline at (571) 261-2200, email a resume to HR@BloomUSA.com. or stop by any day during daylight hours for an application at 15405 John Marshall Highway Haymarket, VA Social Worker Loudoun County 's Department of Social Services Position oversees initial intake and assessment process for all newly admitted youths to the Juvenile Detention Center. Performs clinical assessments via interview and testing instruments to ascertain mental health, behavioral and security status. Make referrals when appropriate tor lurther assessment re: adjustment problems, suicidal ideation, medication or hospitalization. Act as case manager for all detained youths ensuring that they understand the adjudication process and maintain regular contact with all professionals related to their case. Act as clinical superv isor to security staff for consultation and decision making regarding youths behavioral and mental health issues. Schedule may include occasional evenings. Education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or similar field and a minimum of three years experience working directly with troubled adolescents. Master's Degree preferred Position requires a valid driver's license. Successful candidate will undergo a CPS and FBI background check, physical exam and drug screening. Upon hiring, employee must successtully become certified in CPR/First Aid, non-violent crisis intervention and physical restraint. (Hiring Range: $42,800 - $57,793/yr) Closes: lO/2l/2(X>5 06-138. For additional information and to receive a required application contact Web site: www.loudoun.gov or call 24hr. job line: (703) 777-0536. Human Resources: (703)777-0213. HOE Join our award-winning team 01 Graphic Designers Work parttime four days a week - Monday thru Wednesday and Friday, creating all kinds of original, artistic ads for this large Northern Virginia newspaper group. We work on Macs with OSX. Must be skilled in Quark, Illustrator 8 Photoshop. Call Kathy Davis, Creative Services Supervisor, at 703-777-1111 ext. 1307 or email kdavisSltimespapers.com. (Times Community Newspapers Northern Virginia* Field Representatives Advanced Field Services seeks field representatives in Northern Virginia to complete a variety of residential insurance and real estate property surveys. To apply: www. afsweb.com HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS needed immediately!! Loader, Dozer, Backhoes, FT. Warrenton Area. Call: Virginia Excavating Co. 540-295-2303 Classified Ads Work Call 347-4222 545 Full Tbn* Emp'oyment HOUSE CLEANING Wanted in Washington, VA. Weekly or biweekly housecleaning for part time residents. Flexible schedule. 202-338-8777 ACCOUNT MANAGER Blake Landscapes in Leesburg. VA seeks an individual to manage commercial landscape maintenance accounts. Must have a min 1 yr experience in hort or landscaping. S35-50K/ yr plus full benefits. 703-777-5506 x!03 Fauquier Times-Democrat: Where the Readers Are! Call Today 540-347-4222 CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE Miller Toyota Scion is recruiting individuals for a multi- faceted position in our service department that will require great customer relations and communication skills. Outgoing personality and good organization are key attributes. Two shifts available. M-F 12 noon to closing. Some Saturdays required. We offer an excellent wage and benefit package commensurate with experience, a non-smoking work environment and all required training. Call: John Strain to schedule an appointment. 703-396-5053 \/DOT Trans. Contract Administrator POS# H9252 (District Equipment) NOTE: Re-advertisement. Previous applicants must reapply to be considered. This position is a Wage position limited to working maximum of 1,500 hours in a 365-day calendar year. No State Benefits. Prepares and administers contracts for the procurement of goods and services in accordance with procurement guidelines in support of the NOVA District Equipment Section. Assembles project bid documents with all pertinent data including plans, specifications, quantities, copies notes, and length of time for project completion: Provides detailed financial and status reports. Monitors and provides professional administrative support ot the NOVA District Equipment Team for contracts and purchases Communicates effectively both orally and in witting to contractors, oilmens, and others. May be req'd to work druing emergency situations. Proficient in the use of personal .computers and Microsoft Office software applications. Ability to acquire VCO license. Criminal History check req'd. For job annc & application, call (703) 383-2520, visit local VF.C. select careers at www.virginiadot.org. Salary negot based on tmg/exp Separate State Application req'd: apply by 5 PM on 10/21/05 to VDOT-HR, 14685 Avion Parkway. Chantilly, VA. 20151-1104. TDD. I-800-828-1120. EOE. Distribution Manager Wanted Times Community Newspapers is seeking a full-time Distribution Manager for Fairfax County. This is a hands-on position handling bundles of newspapers, driving throughout Fairfax (checking on service and delivering papers) and speaking with our customers. Prefer previous circulation experience, some EXCEL experience, be able to communicate well with customers on the phone and in person, have good driving record, be able to read a map and have own vehicle. Excellent opportunity for retirees. We offer a competitive salary with medical, dental, 401K, and paid vacation. Please call or email Ron Sauer Circulation Manager rsauer@timespapers.com 703-777-1111 ext. 1365 or send resume to Loudoun Times-Mirror P.O. Box 359, Leesburg, VA 20178 Advertising Consultant Gainesville Times is currently seeking a Full Time ADVERTISING SALES CONSULTANT Duties and Responsibilities: • Business to business 'sales • Develop and maintain client and corporate relationships • Develop and implement effective marketing plans specifically targeted to assigned territory and client type • Work with individual clients in determining then fulfilling their advertising needs. • Act as a corporate ambassador at community and business functions • Create advertising themes, write copy and prepare layout designs • Manage accounts receivable for customer base Requirements: • Motivated self starter that is very customer service oriented with professional appearance • Must thrive on cold calling, business develop ment and prospecting • Ability to deal effectively with all types of personalities. • Above average initiative, creativity, negotiation and listening skills. • Reliable transportation • Computer / INternet literate, basic Microsoft products. Work and Excel skills Additional Information: We offer excellent training and lucrative, sales opportunity that includes • Base salary + commissions • Bonus • Auto allowance program • Health Beneftis • 401K Plan To apply: Please forward resume, Cover letter and salary history to: psymington@timespapers.com or fax: 540-347-5193 rnMm FUfl Time Employment V. J LEAD CARPENTERS REMODELING Must have exp. in framing, drywall, tile, paint & trim. Need to know how to read blueprints. Majority of work in Prince Wm & Fauqu ier Cnty s. 703-856-3971 YOUR AD COULD BE HERE! CALL TODAY TO PLACE YOUR AD! 540-347-4222 OR FAX 540-349-8676 ——^ Full Time J ■ Employment V . J MAINTENANCE TECH Academy Hill Apis in Warrenton, vA seeks PT person for maintenance & custodial duties MWF 24 hrs per week. Pays $10 / hr. Prefer at least 1 yr related exp. Send resume to fax: 540-347-8599 or call for more info. (540)347-3361 eoe Nonny FT, live-in, for a smart friendly 6 year old girl. Tues - Sat. Competitive negotiable salary. 540-987-8378 MECHANIC Class A contractor located in southern Fauquier Co. seeking mechanic with light to heavy truck experience in.gas and diesel equipment. Fabrication welding experience a plus. Must be able to obtain State inspection certification within 6 months. Excellent pay and benefits. Fax resume to: 540-439-6338 or call: 540-439-8513 EOE Manassas Park Police Department Certified Police Officers Police Officer 1 position. Starting salary $38,654 Obtain application from Captain Matthew 703-361-1136, visit website at www.manassasparkpolice.com or City Hall. Great benefits package EOE Manassas Park Emergency Communications Specialists: Starting Salary $33,391 will receive training to perform work involving answering emergency and non-emergency voice and TDD calls and dispatching appropriate police, fire, rescue, animal control, and support units. Obtain application from Captain Matthew:703-361-1136, visit website at:www.manassasparkpolice.com or City Hall. Great benefits package EOE m*K FuH Time Smploymaiit ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE / BILLING Manassas, VA Construction Company has an immediate opening for an Accounts Receivable / Billing Position.Responsibilities shall include= All AR functions including the preparation of invoices using Excel and automated invoicing systems.. Interaction with Project Management staff and customers in order to facilitate payment of invoices,Perform in critical deadline situations. Analysis of unbilled data & preparation of Accounts Receivable Analysis Reports. Other special projects as assigned. This is not an entry level position and requires the ability to work independently with minimal supervision or instruction.Ideal candidates will have 2-4 years of previous Accounts Receivable and billing experience. Job cost experience preferred. College degree preferred, but not required. E-mail resume including salary history to: dcacctg@yahoo.com. EOE Retail Advertising Sales Consultant The Reston Division of Times Community Newspapers, a major Northern Virginia publisher and 2005 recipient of the Best of Reston award, is looking for an enthusiastic, highly-motivated person to sell advertising to local, small to mid-sized businesses furthering their financial results. Position involves cold calls, developing and presenting marketing plans, closing sales, networking and developing strong customer relationships. Candidates should possess a professional attitude and demeanor, strong work ethic, persistence, energy, and strong organizational and planning skills and should be able to work under deadline pressure. To help you succeed, TCN provides strong leadership and management, in-house and professional sales training, a dedicated sales support team and a second-to-none, award-winning creative services department.TCN offers competitive benefits, a solid compensation plan with base, commission and incentives and opportunity for advancement. Cftme* To become a part of this highquality, high-growth organization, send resume and salary requirements to lschilling@ timespapers.com or fax 703-478-6691. EOE /BloomsUSA Why commute? Work close to home! Professional opportunities with fast growing national flower company. ® VP. Finance; CPA Senior banking and mezzanine financing experience. QuickBooks & Excel expert. Duties include monthly P&L, balance sheet, cash flow statements, AR/AP. ® VP. Internet Sales: Establish and track internet opportunities. Familiar with Google, Yahoo, on-line yellow pages, and other search engines & directories. Web site optimization experience required. ® Director, Web Site Graphics; Monitor and update Web site daily. Create holiday themes. Maintain competitive standards for Web site. Web graphics experience required. * A Director. New Product Development: Seek out new Web gift products. Establish business relationships with new product companies. Work with internal specialists to implement soup-to-nuts sales processes. • Mail resume to: BloomsUSA Attn Human Resources 15405 John Marshall Highway Haymarket, VA 20169 or fax to (703) 754-6470; or email to HR@BloomsUSA.com Structural Systems, Inc., a leading manufacturer and distributor of residential housing components has immediate openings at our Culpeper, VA location for the following positions: Class A CDL Driver Looking for a Class A CDL Driver to deliver manufactured building'components, this does include wide loads. All applicants must have a clean driving record. Deliveries are typically within 150-mile radius...home every night! Inside Sales Representative Must be a team player, detail oriented, organized, highly motivated and possess strong interpersonal, communication, math, customer service skills, and the ability to read architectural plans. Blueprint experience and construction related sales knowledge are a must. Knowledge of AutoCADD is helpful, but not required. Proficiency in MS Office including Word and Excel. This is a unique opportunity to work with all products offered to our customer base. Escort Drivers An excellent part-time opportunity for individuals seeking supplemental income 2-3 days per week. Escorted loads are local. A valid drivers license and good driving record are required. Windows & Doors Driver - Class B Needed to load/unload truck, verify deliveries, inspect material upon delivery and pick-up, maintain trip log records and deliver windows and doors to job sites. Must be self-motivated! able to work with little or no supervision, detail oriented, nave a clean driving record and be able to drive a box truck. Drivers Helper Load and unload trucks for jobsite deliveries, requires a lot of lifting and moving of Millwork products in the warehouse and at jobsite, no experience necessary, will train for trie position. Warehouse Shipping and Receiving Load and unload trucks and trailers of Windows and Exterior Door units, requires substantial lifting and loading of millwork products. No experience necessary, will train for the position. Millshop Worker At least 2 years experience Architectural millwork, must have knowledge in Millwork machinerysetup s, blueprint knowledge,and ability toread shop drawings. .Only qualified applicants need apply. Great Benefits' Health Plans. Dental & Vision, 401 (k) Plan, Life & Disability Insurance Please forward your resume with cover letter and salary requirements to: Structural Systems, Inc., Attn: Human Resources, 201 Poplar Avenue, Thurmont, MD 21788; 800-800-7414; Fax: 301-271-5259Web-Site: www.ssimidatl.com Email: HumanResources@ssi-midatl.com Equal Opportunity Employer

Employment FuBTfcm • > Employment NEWSPAPER CARRIERS WANTED!!! Carriers needed for home delivery in Leesburg & Western Loudoun County. Contact: Mike Dean Loudoun Times-Mirror 703-777-1111 No phone calls on Wednesdays, Please! TECHNICIANS Custom In-home Audio/Video and Home Automation. HomeRun Communications is seeking experienced technicians to join our team. Qualified candidates must be dynamic, motivated, technically advanced and focused on quality. Experience with Structured Wiring, custom A/V systems, or home automation is required. Please email resume insines @ homeruncom.com or call 703-779-2914 TODDLER CAREGIVER WANTED Full-time position. Experience required. Benefits. EOE (540)592-3908 Alice or Tona WAREHOUSE SPECIALIST International tableware distributor seeking FT Warehouse Specialists. Duties to include, but not limited to, product picking, packaging, shipping, receiving, inventory checks, and stock filling. Overtime is common, must be willing to work as required. High school education required. Must have own transportation. Vacation and benefit packages available after 90-days. Previous applicants need not apply. Apply in person at Pimpernel, 3 Industrial Road, Warrenton, VA (Across from Wal-Mart) 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. 540-347-2772 X234. Classified Ads Work Call 347-4222 Sheet metal co. in Manassas looking for experienced commercial SHEET METAL MECHANIC with field & shop experience, and good driving record. Benefits include top pay, health insurance, paid vacation, holidays, health insurance, retirement pain & annual bonuses. For interview please call 800*432-8221 Marketing Manager Nash Construction, Inc. a fast growing company located in Marshall, Virginia is looking for a highly motivated professional team player. Applicant should have proven record in marketing and communications, should have excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office, and be able to work on concept development. Duties include: market research, customer interaction, project tracking, lead generation, show preparation, customer fulfillment, and much more. Applicant must have a strong desire to grow with our company. Good benefits: competitive salary, vacation, health, dental, and retirement. Send resume to: Helen@nashconstruction.com; fax to 540.364.2658; mail to: 8135 E. Main Street, Marshall, Virginia 20115. JIFFY LUBE of Warrenton NOW HIRING »LUBE TECHNICIANS« Exp. helpful but will ttfein Great pay & benefits! (401k, health Ins. Vac Pay) Drug free work environment. Up to $11 / hr based on exp. Call: 540-341-8663 for directions to apply SUPERVISORS We re looking for friendly individuals who want to make a differnce as Landcare Maintenance and Enhancement Supervisors in our Gainesville Branch. Gread advantages of joining the TruGreen LandCare team includes exel beneftis. Commercial Landscape exp. preferred but not reauired. Willing to train. If you are looking for a career with ling term potential, this is it. Fax resume to: 703-754-9926 Call 703-753-2000 EOE/M/M/F/D/V CULPEPER BAPTIST RETIREMENT COMMUNITY has openings for C.N.A.'s. Part time on all shifts, full time available on 3-11 shift. Great benefits! (Partial benefits for part time) WORK 35 HOURS A WEEK FOR FULL TIME BENEFITS! Low staff / resident ratio, competitive wage scale, uniform allowance. We are knowN for our supportive environment and auality of care! Contact Wanda Stover or Paula Bolton at: (540)825-2411 r' 11 .. a M 800-852-4797 Fax 703-689-1278 Automotive eiMl Arrtl«»u«* & ouu Classics V ) 72 Lincoln Cont. Mark IV. 91K miles, new vinyl top, new tires. Runs well, in good cond i t i o* n . $ 1 8 0 0 703-621-3510 or email dkarmol@yahoo.com - . QOS Automobiles V 00, BMW Excl cond. Loaded. Tan leather interior, Blue/Gray exterior. All maintenance done on schedule. 101k miles. $17 500. 703-779-7765 02 SUBURU Outback,AWD, Auto, Cass/ Cd,White,excel cond. $13,500 540-364-2201 02 TOYOTA CAMRY/ SOLARA SLE, 30k Mi. loaded, sun roof, new tires,excl cond. $15,500 neog 571-276-9116 03 FORD MUSTANG GT new cond, 13k mi, garg kept, torch red, loaded. Mach 1000. Sound call 703-591 -3424 1969 SS 396-350HP Chevelle, blk w/blk intr. Runs & looks great. $18,500/OBO. Pise , call 703-737-3430 ask for Randy. 88 Mercury Sable. $105,000 miles. Auto, everything, sunroof, V6, excellent condition. Kelly bluebook value $1200. selling for $800. Call Dave or Gina 703-818-0104. 90 FORD TAURUS SHO: Red w/blk Ithr int. 192k mi. good cond, 5 spd, loaded. $1000, 1 owner. (703)904-8129 91 BUICK ROADMASTER: 135k mi. Great cond. Loaded, leather, moonroof. 3rd seat. $3199.(540)338-1648 '93 INFINITI J30: Hunter green. 150k mi. Good cond. Loaded w/auto start, hwy mi. $2900/ OBO. (703)777-7911 94 PLYMOUTH: 4 door sedan, excel cond. 74k miles. AC, auto, am/fm. $2100/080 Lv msg 703-669-8157 '95 LEXUS LS400: 4 dr sedan. Black interior, beige leather. 95k miles, excellent cond, $10.5k. 703-263-9560 '96 Honda Accord LX: 4dr, auto, CD, black w/ grey int, all pwr, 140k, 1 own. Honda serv'd., $3500. (703)449-0936 (->1 60S Automobiles V J '96 JETTA: Silver. 68K mi,. AC, auto, sunroof, 6 CD changer $4500. Good cond. Runs great. 703-430-8399 96 VW Passat GLX, 5sp, new tires, 6cd changer, navy blue, sun roof, 53K+mls. $6500. (540)347-1656 97 VW - Golf : Standard, 4 dr hatchback, n. blue, approx 97k mi. $3300. 703-444-6033 98 MERCURY MYSTIQUE LS 61k mi & copy 60k/mi SVS RCD Leather.CD/MP3, OBO $5,785 703-867-8975 98 Toyota Avalon XLS: 4 dr. fully loaded, blck Ithr, 6cd, sunroof. 110k. $6,500/obo. 571-277-5112. '99 Mitsubishi Eclipse: 97k, gd cond, PW. PD, sunroof, Sony cd, etc. $5,750. 703-220-4262 /571-246-3828. BUICK ELECTRA convertible 225, '69, maroon w/ black top, good cond, $3900 / obo. (540)364-3101 Chevy 96 Blazer: 4WD, sunrf, alarm sys, 1x6CD changer, prem sound. 135K mi. Needs work-as is. $ 1 7 0 0 / b o . 703-430-0626. CIVIC EX Coupe, 02, fully loaded, sunrf, cd, bucket frnt seat 34.500K mis, manual $12,800 540-937-4881 COUGAR 200, exc cond. loaded. . 5sp, cruise, Ithr, sunrf, spoiler, etc. 70K mis. $8500 Betwn 4-7 pm only 540-347-0757 Ford 02 Escape XLS, 1 owner, blue, 49 K mi, 5 spd, CC, PS, PW, AC, 23/27 EPA MPG. clean & great shape. $8,800. 703-858-2283 FORD 02 FOCUS LXRed, 4 door. AM/FM stereo/cassette. 43. K miles. $6,900. Call 703-280-1206 Ford '97 Explorer XLT, 4x4. great in snow! V6. 92 K mi, 6 CD, full pwr opts, svc & main. docs. $5500. 703-435-7760 Honda '04 Civic EX, 2 dr, 5 speed w/ pwr opts, SR, nice extras. EC, 37K mi. $13,900. Call 540-955-6337 HONDA CIVIC, 1994. $1,000/obo. Police impounds from $500. For listings 800-749-8167 ext C410. —-\ 608 AutamoMtes V_) HONDA CIVIC 297, 5 sp, 128K mis, $4000 540-270-2995 Honda's from $500. Police impounds! For listings call 800-749-8167 ext 2416. Jaguar 94 XJ12: 153K miles, $5000. 540-687-3802. LEXUS, 1996, ES300 V6, 101K, Gold/lvory Lthr, keyless entry, sunrf, CD chgr. Exc. i cond $8,200/ obo. 703-932-5259 LEXUS SC400 294, 75K orig mis, sun rf, 3Naka4 stereo, gold, lthr, mint condition, must see. $10,900. 540-349-4437 LINCOLN TOWN CAR, '96, 1 owner, excel cons, #$380Q. 540-347-1966 MERCEDES BENZ, 2002. For lease, 1-3 yr. contract. Warranty good thru 209. $1,000/ mo; 2 mos pymt in adv. lmilne6@hotmail.com Attend Vale Methodist Church. MINI COOPER 2005 Conv. 13K, red w/blk top, 5 spd, lthr, chrome wheels, 40mpg. CA car. $24,500. 304-725-1280 or 301-524-9497. NISSAN 03 Pathfinder LE, 23 K mi., V6, fully loaded, 4wd, charcoal/ pewter, excel. ,cond. $ 2 2,0 0 0. 703-815-2980 PONTIAC 96 GRAND AM, 4 door sedan, runs & looks great. $2200. 703-435-6464 or 571-259-5908 PONTIAC 97 SUNFIRE convertible, black w/ tan leather, loaded, great shape. $4200. 703-435-6464 or 571-259-5908 Pontiac Grand Am '89, 1 owner, burgundy, 4 dr, 63K mis, quad 4, $2500 540-987-8577 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX 201 - 4 door, A/C. radio & cass. Alloy whls. 98,642 miles. $6000. Call 301-237-3269 Toyota 1994 Previa: AWD, high mileage, great shape,$3000. 540-687-3802. Toyota Solara SE Sport; Auto, AC, pwr, mnrf, 17 alloys, remote st, black, 11k mi. $17,999/ bo. (571)344-9030 This Could be Your Ad! Call 540-347-4222 609 Automobiles v J Volvo SW, 00 V40T, bl, Ithr, CD, snrf, 65K mis, 30 MPG. NADA @ $13450, ask $11,850. (540)361-4570 610 JMfM JEEP CHEROKEE, 96 w/ cd. crome wheels, new tires, hitch, good cond, $3800 / obo. 540-788-4211. NISSAN Sentra 201 5spd, 84K, silver, AM/FM cass, 4dr, airbag, PB, PS. Askg $5300. 703-669-1784 VW Passat GLX 01 72K, pwr opts 8 snrf, ABS, V6, CD 8 tape, Ithr intr. Excl mech cond. Int/ext $10,900. 703-729-2099 630 Campwm/RvJ V ___._J 95 LAYTON, 272, w/ awning,slps8, rear bunk /bath, loaded. QBR, very clean, excel cond. $8600. 540-788-9088 f ~ 640 Motorcycles V J 03 HONDA XR80 Excl cond, low hours, garage kept. Rider needs bigger bike. $1,300 703-777-8997 2001 HARLEY DAVIDSON ELECTRAGLIDE: 28k mi. Excel cond. Black. $15000/ Firm. (703)729-3595 '94 HARLEY Davidson Sportster 1200, 6000 orig mis, excel cond, $4195. 703-405-8282, aft 7pm (540)727-1016 ATV 2005 YAMAHA Raptor 660, low hours, blue matching helmet included $5,500/OBO. (703)777-4812 Harley Davidson 2001 Fatboy- Teal 8 pearl white. 9470 mi., garage kept. orig. owner, many upgrades, excel, cond. $14,500. 540-955-2157 HARLEY Davidson, 2003 Road King. FLHRI, 100-Anniv. 14K, garaged, tour pack 8 more. $18,500. 703 502-0007. Your Ad Could be HERE Call Today 347-4222 / ^ 640 Motorcycles V J HONDA SHADOW 1100 99 Grgd kept, windshield, Cobra pipes, silver/black, lots chrome & extras. $5200 703-338-5400 YAMAHA VIRAGO: 250cc/01': 7 k miles. Good condition. Great starter bike. $2000. (703)690-3665 34K OfHtoad/ Unlicensed ATV 2005 YAMAHA Raptor 660, low hours, blue, matching helmet included. $5,500 OBO 703-777-4812 650 Parts/ Accessories H PIPE with cats. Brand new in box. For Mustang, V6 3:6. Normally $350, selling for $275. 703-777-6977 aft 6pm. >65 Sport Utility Vehicles 00 Nis Xterra SE. V6, 4WD, auto, sunrf, CD chngr /tape. Low mi. Syn oil $11.5k/obo (BB $13.5k)(703)798-2270 01 MITSUBISHI MON TERO XLS. 4x4. Black. Good condition. Keyless Entry 86K mi. $12,500. 703-6690269 02 GMC Jimmy, 4x4. 4.3 Vortec eng PW, PL, radio w/CD. New Michlin tire. VG cond. 55,300 mi. $10,000/ OBO. 540-545-7884 02 RANGE ROVER HSEV8, a/1, a'c, p/I, p/w, s/r, h/s, Ithr, nav, tow. 6cd + cass, blue/ tan 46k mi, $3lk/obo 703-929-0187 2002 JEEP Grand Cherokee 4/whl drive. 54 000 miles, excellent condition. V8. sunroof & towing package. $15,400. Pat 703 375 8416 94 JEEP Grand Cherokee Ltd: 1 owner. 170kmi. New trans @ 66k current St insp. $5350. (703)777-5046 '95 Toyota 4-Runner, SR5, V6, very good cond, 124K mis, $6600. 540-364-4469 ADS WORK Call 540-347-4222 TiWHiTljM 11[iTiTiFI HELD BACK... PILOTS - CRUS - ODYSSEYS - HYBRIDS ELEMENTS - CIVICS - ACCORDS - S2000S ;ome Celebrate with the ie Years lowestPrices THE ALL NEW 2005 . EsfJiifnT THE ALL NEW 2005 Nissan Pathfinder_ *18200 Model# 05716 • Stock# DX1085 • A/C, Loaded Stock# 12053 Model# 09615 • *4x4 ’ * A/C, Loaded ■ 2 at this price ■Pr 2 at this price ■IkAtito* leather . Spo {Package ; ^ Washington Metro Sales Volume Leader* INFINITT SttLINL The All New Infiniti M In stock & ready for immediate delivery Rosenthal Infiniti 1527 Leesburg Pike | Tysons Corner, VA | www.rosenthalinfiniti.com 703.556.6900 *2004 YEAR TO DATE SALES THROUGH YEAR TO DATE. PER MONTH BASED ON 39 MONTH FX35, 24 MONTH G35 COUPE 12K MILES PER YEAR CLOSED END LEASE. $3,335 FOR G35 COUPE. $3,399 FOR FX35 DUE AT SIGNING (SECURITY DEPOSIT WAVED BASED ON TIER 1 CUSTOMER CREDIT, i FREIGHT INCLUDED) ALL OFFERS SUBJECT TO CREDIT APPROVAL. INCLUDES ALL FACTORY REBATES A INCENTIVES. ALL RETAIL OFFERS PLUS TAX & TAGS. OFFERS EXPIRE 10-17-05. PLUS $299 PROCESSING FEE. /— 665 V_ Sport Utility UaMaIm “cniCicS _) '96 HONDA ACCORD EX. 4dr, sunrf, cd. fog Igts, spoiler, keyless entry, 159K mis. $3000 /obo. 540-272-3419. 97 CHEVY TAHOE LT: 4x4. burg w/tan Ithr, cd. all power. 146k well maint mi. $7,599. Call Charlie 540-882-4713 97 FORD EXPLORER XLT, 4wd, loaded, keyless entry. 131K mis. $4000 obo. 540-272-3419 97 JEEP Grand Cherokee:. Ltd edition V6. 4 dr, loaded, auto.. 114k mi. Excel cond. $6400. 703-444-6033. Chevrolet 99 Tahoe LS, 4x4, tow package, CD, great condition. 1 owner. $10,900. 540-937-2255 CHEVYSUBURBAN 2500 299, 4x4, 454 tow pkg, 3 seats, CD. trailer brake. 42K mis. Clean. $14K OBO 540-349-9542 DODGE DURANGEO, 99. grn. Ithr inter, 3rd seat, new tires, 3 yr full w a r r. $ 8 5 0 0. 540-905-5456 GMC 96 Jimmy, 4x4, auto, 4dr. trlr hitch, new tires, gold/tan int, pwr/ tint wndws, roof rack. 152K. $4000. 703-8978581 /7pm GMC JIMMY SLE 96 4x4 Clean, well maintained, 120K mi., Exc. on gas. $3500 obo. 703-314-5200 Jeep '94 Grand Cherokee Laredo Exc. running cond. Great shape! White 150K mi. $3200 must sell 703-314-5200 JEEP CHEROKEE w/ hitch, good tires, ran well, Needs starter & windshield. $500/obo. 540-341-3239. 10a-6p MERC MOUNTIANEER, 00, 69k mis. blue. 4x4, 6cyl. OHC.Ioaded, serv & maint docs,$10,900, 703-754-1825 Mitsubishi 95 Montero- fully loaded, selling AS IS $3000 OBO. Please Call 703-593-8906' TOYOTA 4RUNNER 98 limited, V6 loaded, white, new brakes. Excel cond. $10,000 540-341-4911 TOYOTA LAND Cruiser 299, AT, silver, loaded, sun roof, Ithr, new tires,. 72Kmls. Excel cond $21K. 571-228-2280 VOLVO 740 SEDAN, '91, needs tune up & brakes, great cond, $1 500/obo. 540-905-5456 r675 Truck*/ *'5 Pickups ^_ J )0 Chevy S 10 LS Extended cab 4x4 Loaded $9950/080. 540-751-1571, 902-369-0145 (cell). 01 F150 XLT. Supercab, V6. auto. PW, PL,till, cruise. 6 cd, new tires, excel shape, 67K mis, $12K 703-928-2411 )4 DODGE »DAKOTA SXT: 4X4, auto, 20k miles. Paint/fabric warrty $15.000 OBO. Matt 540-687-5874 2001 Ford Ranger XLT. Bine*, chrome wheels, manual. 1 owner 59K miles. $6500. 703-830-4724 79 F250 4x4 Pick-up w/ flatbed, extra cab & front clip $2500 '92 Dodge N2-50, auto, been wrecked, bed gd shape, motor & trans gd. both rear axels good, interior gd. make offer: '94 F- 350 Flatebed w/hydraulic dump & Myers 8' snow plow. 4x4. 142K mis. $ 1 4 , 0 0 0 / B O . 703-338-7539 39 FORD F-150 LARIAT. 4X4, short bed, loaded, shell bedliner. Tonneau cover, 63K mis. asking $12,500,540-347-3245 DODGE 01 - Ram SLT: Load, Xcab, V-8 4x4, auto, match cab. Insp 06. 80.4k mi. $10700 /obo 540-822-9275. FORD 79 F250 Super cab, 4wd, runs fine, needs work. $700 obo. Nr. Harpers Ferry. 540-822-4137 Ford 88 F150, 4x4. 5 0L, PS, PB, AC. 5 speed, reese hitch, fiberglass cap. $4000. Call 540-338-0907 FORD F150, '97. 4x4, Amissville area. Great cond, $8000. (540)937-3655 FORD F350 201, dually great service veh, PS, PB. V8, 5sp. $9,995. 540-272-0200 FORD F350 Lariat 204. ext cab dual!y.4x4, grn' tan. d'esel. 25K mis. warranty. $33,500 obo 540-219-S90C GMC 95 YUKON GT 2dr. blk w/ gray Ithr int, 2nd owner, all options, 17 chrome wheels, no rust. Looks great its a head turner. 703-929-1157 It took 6 YEARS to graduate. Find a job in about 6 MINUTES. Times Classified 347-4222 04 CHRYSLER T & CVan: Power everything. „ Excel cond. 34k mi. asking $17k/obo CaH (540)788-9940 ’ < 1998 FORD WINSTAR* Emerald green extr * w/tan cloth mtr. SOK^-, mis. $5300/OBO. Call . 540-338-1797. 87 DODGE (Redskins)- « VAN- Fully loaded, « mint cond. 32k mi. Tbl, ■» microw, TV. refrig. > $5500 703-777-2240. 4 88 FORD SPORTS Van -. runs good, 2 tone gray. * automatic. PW & PL * $1,000 as is or OBO "* 703-887-9894 '96 Ford Windstar LX: ’ 101k mi. Ithr sts. capt ‘ chrs, ac, keyless, etc. Gd cond As is. $2400/ obo. (703)858-3426 2, CHEVY CONVERSION VAN 1994 Mark III 6 ■; runs great, body needs work. TV/VCR, back * seat folds down to bed. , $2200. Sterling 703-303-9235, or , 703-406-3655 ext 16 - HONDA 98 ODYSSEY, > 120K. good cond., new rear brakes, curr. inqj, $7000. 540-751-0463 J eve/wknds ‘ Toyota Sienna LE, 99. Runs great. Pwr " wndws, pwr locks. A/C. ' 190K mis. Excl cond. $6200 540-955-0503 " ‘ With 18 Newspapers In Our Times Community Newspapers Group, We’ve Got Northern Virginia Wrapped up! Call , 347-4222 or FAX 349-8676 battlefieldford.com •v 877.248.1309 CToii Free) 8980 Mathis Ave,-Manassas, \fl

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