Rappahannock News, January 19, 2006

128th Year ... No. 3 Phone (540)675-3338 THURSDAY, JANUARY 19, 2006 Worldwide at timescommunity.com 50 CENTS v In the spotlight Rappahannock County High School Academic Team members didn’t let the hot lights get to them. Junior Clay Vickers answered the winning question in this match-up with Covenant. Pictured from the left are junior Clay Vickers, freshman A.J. Collins, Jesse Palmer and senior Chad Carroll. See story, Page A2 Photos courtesy of Dave Naser Stabbed mother recovering at home By Monty Tayloe Rappahannock News Staff Writer Dominique Barbier, an Amissville single mother who was stabbed repeatedly by her 16-year-old daughter two weeks ago, is out of the hospital and recovering at home. Barbier was airlifted to Fairfax Inova Hospital on January 5 with multiple knife wounds to her face and torso, but was released late last week. Barbier’s daughter Mayalene is a junior at Rappahannock County High School, and is currently being held at the Loudoun Juvenile Detention Center on charges of Meetings & Notices • On Monday, Jan. 23 the Town of Washington’s Planning Commission will meet at 7:30 p. m. at the Town Hall on Gay Street. • On Wednesday, Jan. 25 the Rappahannock County Board of Zoning Appeals will meet at 7:30 p. m. at the courthouse on Gay Street. Agenda ELECTION of OFFICERS (Conducted by Zoning Administrator) -Chair -Vice-Chair -Planning Commission Representative New Business -SU#05-12-01* Miller Professional Office Other Matters -July/22, 2005 Minutes* -September 28, 2005 Minutes* Rappahannock News P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747 (540) 675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) Aggravated Malicious Wounding. According to Dominique Barbier, the fight began as an argument about Mayalene’s grades at RCHS and obedience to her mother’s rules. “It’s the case of a teenager fighting the rules, trying to get rid of the authority. She can be very sweet but very willful. I knew this would come to a head,” said Barbier. Breaking rules This year at RCHS was Mayalene’s first in public high school, as she had been home schooled from the 8th grade to the 10th . “I have an open mind, I was trying to see what she would do if I let her decide for herself,” said Barbier. According to her mother and her friends, Mayalehe had been chafing under her mother’s authority increasingly prior to the January 5 fight. She had a boyfriend that she refused to introduce to her mother, and complained to friends about how controlling her mother was. Among her RCHS friends, Mayalene used a nickname, “Aia”instead of her full name. “It was like she had a different personality. I used to call her the ouch girl, because in French we say “Aia” when someone is hurt,” said Dominique Barbier. See MOTHER, Page A2 The Windy Town Rappahannock News Staff Photos/Jan Clatterbuck WASHINGTON — Strong winds rocked all of Rappahannock County over the weekend but especially hard hit was the Town of Washington. “It feels worse than Hurricane Isabel,” said a distressed Michelle Schwartz on Sunday morning as a large tree came crashing down on the Ice House.” Sunday morning’s 11 a.m. service at Trinity Episcopal received some unusual sounds as shingles flew off the roof and further down on Fodderstack Road a large tree thundered down. “We were busy all weekend,” said Sheriff Larry Sherertz, “answering calls, chain-sawing trees, and dealing with distressed residents.” Many in the county were without power for several hours. Photo by Richard Lykes ROOM AT THE INN: Co-owner of the Inn at Little Washington Reinhardt Lynch welcomes Mark Warner and his wife, Lisa Collis. Warner: From Williamsburg to little Washington By Richard Lykes, Special to the Rappahannock News Informally, without hoopla nor agenda, former Governor of Virginia Mark R. Warner and his wife, Lisa Collis, came to Little Washington Saturday afternoon as Mr. and Mrs. Mark R. Warner, arriving several hours after he left office and putting his blessing on the inauguration in Williamsburg of Tim Kaine, his former lieutenant governor. The departing governor spent the afternoon at the Middleton Inn watching the Redskins playoff football game with his oldest friends, who were staying there. The Warner’s were welcomed warmly by Mary Ann Kuhn, owner of the Middleton Inn. It turns out that new governor Kaine, and wife, Anne Holton, friends of the Warner’s, stayed at Middleton when he was lieutenant governor. See WARNER, Page A2 Teenager killed in ATV accident By Monty Tayloe Rappahannock News Staff Writer Douglas “Lee” Leroy Ricketts Jr. of Washington was killed on Sunday January 15, when the All Terrain Vehicle he was driving collided with one driven by his lifelong friend Glenn Tharp of Castletorf Tharp, who also sustained serious injuries in the accident, is in stable condition and awake and alert at Fairfax Hospital. The two 18-year-olds were riding their ATVs with friends on private property in Castleton, and had separated to ride trails in a wooded area near Hawkins Lane. Not aware of their proximity to one another, Ricketts and Tharp each approached a Curve in the trail from opposite ends. Despite the lack of foliage on the trees, State troopers investigating the accident described the curve as having “a very limited sight distance.” Unable to see See ATV. Paoe A2 Newsmakers 1 Histories & Mysteries Mentoring Month January is National Mentoring Month. The Starfish Mentoring Program sets the pace. See Page B1. District delegate Todd Gilbert has gotten his first taste of the Legislative Assembly. He wants to stay in touch with constituents. See Page A5. Honoring 250 years Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and his early sonatas will be celebrated in the upcoming event at The Theatre. See Page B1. Ink on your hands Local historians John and Judy Tole take readers on a ride through the printed page. See Page A3.

Academic Team is victorious By Dave Naser Special to the Rappahannock News The RCHS Academic Team competed successfully in a WVPT Pop Quiz match against the Covenant School of Charlottesville on Thursday, Jan. 12. The final score was Rappahannock 200 to Covenant’s 190. The entire match appeared on television this past Sunday. The victory not only bolstered the team but sent them to Harrisonburg on Tuesday for Round 2 where they faced off against Turner Ashby High School. Moving right along, the team defeated the much larger Turner Ashby in Rockingham County by a score of 190-130. As a result of that victory, the Panthers earned the right to compete in the Pop Quiz Final Four. In the semis RCHS lost to Robert E. Lee in Staunton which will now go on to face Charlottesville High School in the finals. Team coordinator Dave Naser is optimistic for the future of the Rappahannock Academic Team. “The level of competition and the difficulty of questions were high, but the team conducted themselves admirably and did advance to the Final Four. Tune in Sunday afternoon to WVPTTV to see the team’s performance.” “We’re very proud of our team’s performance against larger public and exclusive private schools. Our Academic Competition Team kids are smart, quick, and young. Only one of the members of the team competing on TV is a senior. I believe they are capable of making the finals of this event next year,” said Nasar. Covenant win The student? who competed were: Chad Carroll, a senior; Jesse Palmer and Clay Vickers, juniors; and A.J. Collins, a freshman. In the toss-up round, the first category was Algebra, allowing the team to take an early lead. RCHS maintained that lead throughout the match until finally tying at 190 in round 3, the lightning round. Clay Vickers correctly answered a literature question about Ralph Waldo Emerson right before the final buzzer, giving the Panthers the win. All four students contributed to the victory by buzzing in as quickly as possible and correctly answering questions in Algebra, Geometry, Literature, Chemistry, and other academic areas. The Academic team has been competing in Bull Run District competition this winter. The entire team roster includes the following students: seniors, Eddie Taylor, Forrest Marquisee,Chad Carroll, Tom Gillis, Emily Hilscher, and Larry Oliver; juniors, Clay Vickers and Jesse Palmer; sophomore, Nathan Stout; freshman, A.J. Collins; and 8th grader, Kristin Taylor, The team is open to all students in grades 8-12 who are in good academic standing. While our major competition has been against Bull Rim District Schools, these students also competed successfully in the Knowledge Masters Open (KMO) last December, placing 18th among Virginia High Schools. The 8th and 9th graders also fielded a team which ranked 1st of all Virginia Middle Schools. Both KMO teams will compete again in April. Photo by Pat Kane, Capital News Service WARNER WAVE: Mark Warner, now an ex-governor, bid a fond farewell to his constituents on Saturday and then headed to Washington for some football watching at the Middleton Inn. Warner From Page A1 The Warner’s and their friends gathered for dinner at the Inn at Little Washington, where the Warner’s were staying. Reinhardt Lynch, coowner of the inn, greeted the Warner’s in the Inn's “Living Room" where the group socialized before dinner. Ever a gracious and astute politician, Warner readily smiled and posed for photos with several fans. He gratefully acknowledged the signs put up at the entrance to the town from his last campaign announcing that "This is Warner Country." Sunday morning, Warner and his wife returned to the Middleton Inn to join his old friends for breakfast. And then back to the family home in Northern Virginia to contemplate the future—maybe a run for the presidency in 2008, as many pundits have suggested? Crom will build tank of steel By Monty Tayloe Rappahannock News Staff Writer. The Washington Town Council voted unanimously at their January 11 meeting to accept a bid of $467,500 from the Crom Corporation to build the new water storage tank for the town’s new reservoir. Crom’s bid was lower than the $574,350 bid offered by Dutchland Inc, the town’s only other bidder for the project. Under the terms of the bid, Crom would complete the project within 210 days of being authorized to begin, or owe the town $250 for each day behind schedule. This timeline and the price of the project both include the demolition of the old water tank as well as the construction of the new one. The council was advised in their decision by Don Hearl of Environmental Systems Service (ESS). Hearl recommended Crom’s offer based as much on their plan for the tank’s construction as the lower price. Crom’s water tanks are constructed of steel cables layered with concrete, and are built entirely at the building site. The proposed tank from Dutchland would have been ATV From Page A1 each other, and unable to hear due to the loud ATV motors, Ricketts and Tharp struck one another head on at the apex of the curve in the trail. Both drivers were wearing safety helmets. Both men were transported to Fairfax Hospital, where Ricketts died from severe head and chest trauma. Ricketts worked for William A. Hazel Inc. and was engaged to be married to Stacey Burke of Culpeper. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, January 19 at 2:00 p.m. at Washington Masonic Cemetery in Washington, VA. Longlea owners still tweaking development plans near Boston By Randy Arrington Rappahannock News Staff Writer Revised plans for a large mixed-use development near Boston could be unveiled in less than three months. The State Water Control Board renewed a sewage discharge permit for Boston Water and Sewer last month. The permit — first issued in 1995 and reviewed every five years — allows the discharge of up to 450,000 gallons of treated wastewater into the Hazel River each day. Now, the property owners must resubmit its request to the county for another permit allowing the construction of a wastewater treatment plant. The plant represents the catalyst to launching the development of more than 840 acres surrounding the religious retreat at Longlea. In September, Boston Water and Sewer withdrew its request to the county. The proposed mixed-use community less than 15 miles from the Shenandoah National Park drew opposition from residents ASA Mark C. 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Consultants working with the property owners — Opus Dei, a sect of the Catholic church — said earlier this month that those plains may be ready for the county’s planning department by spring. “I would guess that we will be engaging the county in a discussion by late first quarter or early second quarter at the latest,” said Greg Hamm of The Reston Group who represents the owners. The American See LONGLEA, Page A7 built from huge concrete panels, trucked in separately to the site. Dutchland’s plan would have necessitated 40 foot panel trucks to bring the concrete in, which might have meant removing trees to allow the trucks to navigate Washington’s narrow streets. “Man, that’s a major milestone right there,” said Council member Jeff Benson when the vote was cast. The acceptance of this bid signals that the town is nearing the end of a reservoir building process that first began almost seven years ago. Cross Connection Survey The Washington Town Council approved a proposal from Environmental Systems Service for updating and administering a Cross Connection Survey mandated yearly by Virginia’s health department. “A cross connection control program must protect the system from back-siphoned contaminated water,” explained ESS’s Don Hearl. As part of the survey, ESS will inspect outside spigots, wells and “cross connection danger areas” belonging to town residents. According to Hearl, danger areas would include any business or resident who deals with large volumes of contaminated liquids, such as private darkrooms, undertakers, and restaurants. For the survey, ESS will inspect these locations water systems, and make sure any places where they join with town water are protected by backflow filters, which keep liquid from flowing back into Washington’s water system. The town council authorized $2,000 to pay for the survey. AKB applications received The council acknowledged the receipt of five applications for the two empty Architectural Review Board seats, but declined to vote on a selection at their January meeting , in order to give council members time to meet and consider applicants. The applicants are. Michelle Schwartz, owner of Heritage House and wife of Planning Commission Chairman Gary Schwartz, Kevin Adams, owner of the Gay Street Inn,'John Sullivan, a Flint Hill resident who owns “The Log House”,a small Bed and Breakfast affiliated with the Middleton Inn and who recently purchased High Meadows in Washington, Randy Greehan, a local land use attorney, and John MacPherson, owner of Foster Harris House. Mother From Page A1 Both Dominique and Mayalene’s friend and classmate Emily Welch said that Mayalene often talked about being legally emancipated from her mother, and according to Welch Mayalene had done research on the Internet about the process. Dominique believes that Mayalene was increasingly breaking rules before the January 5 fight, concealing visits with her boyfriend and possibly frying recreational drugs. Grades In addition, according to both Dominique Barbier and Welch, Mayalene had been using a computer to falsify her school report cards as well as her mother’s signature, which is required by RCHS as proof that parents are aware of their children’s grades. Dominique Barbier found out about the deception when she tried to get transcripts of Mayalene’s grades as part of the application process for the competitive Washington International School, in which she wanted Mayalene to enroll WAKEFIELD COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Preschool (Age 3) through 12th Grade College Preparatory Day School 1059 Zachary Taylor Highway, Flint Hill, Virginia 22627 • Bus Service from Eight Counties •Challenging Academics in Small, Structured Classes Open House Sunday, January 29, 2006, 1;00—3:00 p.m. For further information, contact: (540)-635-8555 ext 227, or visit www.wakefieldcds.org WCDS is accredited hy the Virginia Independent School Association, whose accreditation process has been approved by the Virginia Council for Private Education Committee on Accreditation, as authorized by the Virginia State Board of Edur ation. WCDS k a non-profit, te» exempt corporation, under Section SOI tc) (1) of the Internal Revenue Service code. toe admit students without regard to rare, religion, sex or national origin next year. Barbier, who is originally from France, works for the World Bank, and her daughter is bilingual. Although Mayalene generally received good grades at RCHS, she was having trouble in chemistry according to classmate Emily Welch. “When she didn’t get straight A’s, her mom would flip out on her,” said Welch. ‘This kid is gifted and in a sense, privileged. I’m not going to let that be wasted. I can’t bend on that,” said Dominique Barbier. “I confronted her, she was giving me the runaround. You have to have honesty about problems.” Never let up According to Welch, MayaIene’s struggles with her mother had intensified. Welch said that Mayalene often claimed to be physically abused by her mother, although Welch never witnessed such an incident. “Aia said things were really abusive on her mother’s part. [Dominique] would toss her around, and she smashed her gamecube in the yard.” Welch also related an incident where Mayalene came to school with bruises covering her arms , and said that the bruises came from being thrown down a staircase by her mother, only a few weeks before the stabbing incident. Dominique says that the bruises came from karate, in which Mayalene was a red belt. “That did not happen. Mayalene was going several times a week to karate. She is much bigger than me, much stronger.” Dominique Barbier believes that the fight happened at least partly because of problems going back to Mayalene’s father, who left the family when she was very little. “He got involved with drugs, I told him to get help or get out. He never came back. This was a deep issue with her, a hidden rage. I knew it would come out at some point,” said Dominique. This matter is still under investigation by the Rappahannock County Sheriff’s Department. Commonwealth’s Attorney Peter Luke declined to comment on the state’s case. The Rappahannock Juvenile Court hearing for Mayalene Barbier will be held January 26. Contact the reporter at mtayloe@timespapers.com Warren Memorial Hospital Welcomes Brenda Arnett, M.D. Internal Medicine Physician Joining the practice of Front Royal Internal Medicine Associates 315 West 10th Street, Front Royal, VA Dr. Arnett completed her residency in internal medicine at Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, DC, and is a graduate of West Virginia University School of Medicine. She is board-certified in internal medicine and has special interest in women's health and primary care internal medicine. Call 636-6131 to schedule an appointment

If It Bleeds, It Leads (Always Did) Local weekly newspapers are fascinating entities. Eccentric, curious, whimsical, and often humorous they are as varied as the communities they serve. They capture and contribute much of the ongoing fabric of life in their localities while also playing a vital role in the chronicle of current and future social, political, and legal matters. Even casual thought, however, might cause one to wonder how these publications exist at all in the era of the bottom line, a question that doubtless gives many an editor pause as the weekly deadlines approach. How many dollars are there, after all, in stories about local politics, schools, businesses, and social activities? Both common sense and simple observation of the layout of a typical paper reveal the obvious: advertisements! Lots of them! And locally at least, lots and lots and lots and.(well, you get the idea) of real estate ads. It sometimes seems a miracle that any news whatsoever is covered. But the name of the game is now and always has been attracting and retaining information consumers. Communications media of all sorts compete for our attention using all means of sensoiy stimulation and psychological gimmicks. Local news publications have never been immune from this cognitive fray. Catchy advertisements and sensational headlines have been the ‘attraction’ staples of media throughout history. It’s true today; it was true ‘back then’. An example from our county’s past is illustrative. Early reading From 1899 until the 1930’s, Rappahannock County was served by The Blue Ridge Guide, one in a series of papers published in the county over the years. (The full prior sequence of papers goes as follows: Rappahannock News, 1877-78, Blue Ridge Echo, 1878-1883, The Call, ’83-’85, and The Echo once more, from 1888-1899). Tb the reader of today, the typical front page of The Guide seems a curious mix of headline stories ripped, Law and Order fashion, from the pages of a national daily of the time crossed with those of a tabloid. These stories were thfen blended with items one might find on the opening news segment of a (local) TV channel and humorous anecdotes reminiscent of Mad Magazine’s zany ‘Scenes We’d Like to See’. The editorial brew was then backfilled with ads for such medical necessities as Fig Syrup Laxative. Often, the front page was also supple merited by the complete text of a sermon from the previous Sunday, though, interestingly, not usually by a local preacher. Whether this was a tacit editorial commentary on the community clergy is difficult to say. Two observations are clear from looking over the musty remains of The Guide in the bowels of the Rappahannock Historical Society. First and foremost, the editorial style was clear: if it bled, it led. From ferryboats sinking in the Orient or political intrigue and assassinations in Haiti, to multiple, gruesome murders in Arkansas, no tale of woe escaped the editor’s watchful eye. The ‘style’ seems not dated in the least. Consider the content of the nightly local or national TV news of say yesterday, for example. Actually, the TV news seems rather tame in comparison to some Guide headliners. Looking for local Beyond the numerous references to mayhem, the second striking aspect of The Guide was the nearly total lack of ‘hard’ local news articles. There was much discussion of national topics (WWI dominated from late 1915 tol917) and Virginia statewide issues, but not so much on the affairs of Rappahannock County. The local stuff, more often than not, was found in the neighborhood social columns, which were extensive. The columns and authors were colorful: “Raindrops from Cloud’ by Sunshine, ‘Around Amissville by John Quill, and ‘Sperryville Sparks’ by Uno. Additional pen names included True Blue’ and “Nay Say’. Often these columns were much more lengthy than those of today. Were people then really that much more interesting? Ads, humor, and philosophy were smartly interspersed in another of the formats: “If your back aches, or you are all worn out, good for nothing, it is general debility. Brown’s Iron Bitters will cure you, make you strong, cleanse your liver, and give you a good appetite -tones the nerves” (Geritol, anyone?)” “When gossip beats the drum of the ear, the tongue tells the tune” “Frazier Axle Grease is the standard... of the US without a rival” “While one woman is quiet the other ninety-nine are asking her why she is.” And a quaint variation on an old chestnut: “No sympathy is felt for the man who is a fool twice” Piedmont Volunteer Center connects volunteers and programs Use of the 1-800Volunteer.org website will make it easy for local residents find ways to serve In December, the Piedmont Volunteer Center joined over 100 local communities in the 1800-Volunteer.org network. Now, local volunteers and nonprofit organizations in Culpeper, Fauquier, Madison, Orange and Rappahannock Counties can easily find each other and information about local volunteer activities by simply logging onto the 1-800Volunteer.org website and putting in their zip code. 1-800-Volunteer.org, a service of the Points of Light Foundation & Volunteer Center National Network, is an online, community-based volunteer network designed and built to increase local capacity for volunteering. Volunteers can log onto the 1-800-Volunteer.org website and see the numerous volunteer opportunities in the communities of the Piedmont. They can apply online for a volunteer opportunity they are interested in and connect with local nonprofit organizations and programs. In conjunction with the automatic reminders, Volunteer Alerts that deliver automated emails with updated opportunities that match volunteer’s interests and availability, the online service allows participants to set their own calendar, and provides the essential tools for busy volunteers. The site additionally provides a nationwide database of volunteer opportunities and volunteer management tools to Volunteer Centers and the organizations in their network. Local non-profit leaders can use 1-800-Volunteer.org to recruit, manage, and track volunteers for their organizations or community events. It is a free service to volunteers and local non-profit organizations. 1-800Volvmteer.org has registered over 100 Volunteer Centers from across the nation and is currently active in 31 states. “We are excited about joining the 1-800-Volvmteer.org network”, said Jill Skelton, Director of the Piedmont Volunteer Center. “We are still in the early stages of getting organizations and opportunities listed but the website is up and new information is available almost daily.” If you are interested in volunteering or run a non-profit community program and would like to register your volunteer opportunities, log on to the 1800-Volvmteer.org website or contact the Piedmont Volunteer Center at 540-825-0317 or volunteer@piedmontunitedway.org According to Warren McKeen, Executive Director of Piedmont United Way, the Piedmont Volunteer Center was established as a program of the Piedmont United Way in July 2005 and serves Culpeper, Fauquier, Madison, Orange and Rappahannock counties. The mission of the Volunteer Center is to promote community volunteering, connect people with opportunities to serve and assist community agencies, businesses and organizations in building effective volunteer programs. McKeen added, “Our Board and I viewed the volunteer center as an opportunity to help connect existing and new residents of the region to the communities in which they live and to provide local non-profits with more resources.” Larger advertisements, often with interesting graphics, gave a picture of the wide range of services and products available locally. Trucks, tires, undertakers, marble, shoes, insurance, etc.; if one needed something, chances are it was available nearby and publicized in the pages of The Guide. However eclectic this mix of front page editorial content might seem to us, it kept readers coming for 35 years, so it must have had the appreciation of subscribers and advertisers. Then, for reasons unknown, but perhaps due to factors related to the years of the great depression, The Blue Ridge Guide was sold in 1934 and condensed into a single page within the Culpeper Star until 1949 when the modem Rappahannock News began publication. Today pressures on print Histories & Mysteries Judy and John Tole media of all sorts are rapidly escalating with the movement af advertising dollars away from ink-on-the-page to electronic format on the Internet. We information consumers are bombarded with sensory stimuli from all quarters. But as in days of old, the unique, quaint, but ever important combination of really local news and ads and an occasional sensational piece seem likely to keep papers like the Rappahannock News beckoning “Read Me, Read Me” for years to come. 1 Thursday, January 19th BROOKSIE WELLS and LISA KAY HOWARD , 7-11 p.m. “An eclectic blend of folk, bluegraes, blues > and old nek - all acoustic and fabulous" m The Flying Pig Pub Friday, January 20th DONTEZ One man show 7-11 p.m. Grill ooen until 10 o.m. —WSJ Need Info call 987-3600 or 987-3609 *1000 REWARD *1000 the return of the "Sunnyside Chicken’; an 8 foot tali fiberglass chicken that was stolen from the Sperryville location Sunnyside Farms @ The Schoolhouse Rte. 211 & 522, Sperryville, VA *540-987-3609 Sperryville Market closed on Mon, Tues, & Weds for the Winter Sunnyside Farm Market, Gay Street, Washington open 7 days Sunnyside Farms - World's Shortest Food Chain - From Our Farm to Your Table™ Conservation funds are available By Peter Acker Special to the Rappahannock News The Virginia Agricultural Best Management Practices Cost-Share Program provides funds used to help install conservation practices that protect water quality. Administered locally by the Culpeper Soil and Water Conservation District, the cost-share program provides funding to install numerous practices to restore and protect stream banks, better stabilize cropland, manage pasture land for maximum benefit, better utilize animal manures and manage forest land. All are designed to prevent soil and nutrients from being lost and entering local streams and to provide producers with additional management tools. Commonly referred to as “best management practices,” some are paid at a straight per acre rate or are cost-shared on a percentage basis up to 75 percent of the total cost of the installation. In addition, the Virginia Best Management Practices Tax Credit Program allows producers to receive up to a 25 percent tax credit on their out-of-pocket expenses incurred on the installation of the best management practices. As of January 11 the District has approximately $508,000 available to local producers interested in improved stewardship. Of this, $21,238 is available for nutrient management, cover crops and continuous no-till. These three practices have been identified by the Commonwealth as the most cost effective practices for promoting Chesapeake Bay restoration. There are also numerous opportunities for conservation incentive payments through United States Department of Agriculture programs. Land owners/managers interested in pursuing conservation improvements should contact the Culpeper District office at (540) 825-8591 or (540) 672-1638. All producers in the Culpeper District coverage area are potentially eligible. The member counties are Culpeper, Greene, Madison, Orange and Rappahannock. Although many producers are familiar with the opportunities to receive 75 percent cost sharing for stream fencing put up 35 feet from the bank top and water development to exclude livestock from surface waters, there are many other practices that deserve attention also. Cross-fencing fields in combination with fencing out streams in order to facilitate rotational grazing, and hardening stream crossings and/or installing culverts to move equipment and livestock across those all-toooften steep/rough/muddy streams are both aspects of only one (although by far the most popular) of the District’s cost-share programs. There are many other aspects to look at: Do you want to plant trees? The District and USDA have many programs to help pay for them. One federal program, the Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP), can financially profit the landowner through land rental payments, rather than simply cost sharing the installation of best management practices and tree planting. Do you have a critically eroding area that needs shaping, fertilizing, and seeding to stabilize? The District can help there too. Critical areas are eligible for up to seventy-five percent cost sharing and an additional tax credit. See FUNDS, Page A7 5:30 pm Friday, January 20,2006 at the auction gallery, Rt. 211, Amissville This auction will feature a small Rappahannock Counts' estate -everything from antique furniture to box lots., as well as a substantial collection of Longaberger baskets and accompaniments. Don t miss this wonderful little auction; keep an eye on the website to see a more complete listing as we unpack, as well as photos... Elderly Furniture includes a walnut single-drawer desk w/ turned legs; washstand; vanities; serpentine dresser; lots of mule-ear chairs; snazzy iron bed; etc. ALSO ironware (including butchering kettle on stand w/bail); stoneware; porcelain; glassware; kitchenware; wonderful old prints/frames/etc,; tools (elderly and more recent); and much more. including box lots... AND at least 60 lots of Longaberger baskets and collectibles of all description. 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Editorial & Opinion A4 January 19, 2006 -ftappafjannocfe jSetosfEstablished 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: asnermarKjgptimespapers.com Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday Member, Audit Bureau of Circulations www.TimesCommunity.com THURSDAY, JANUARY 19, 2006 Our View Photo by Pat Kane/Capital News Service King Kaine Virginia has a new governor. The inauguration was a wet affair as the rains poured fairly steadily on the hundreds who turned out for the event held in Williamsburg. Kaine is coming into office on the tails of a very popular Mark Warner who earned respect from both parties for bolstering the budget and paving the way for some major improvements. While Warner may have opened the door for Kaine, they are different guys and time will tell if Kaine is able to exude the same charisma as his predecessor and work the numbers with the same finesse. Speaking of numbers, Kaine will have a near $1 billion surplus to work with and transportation nightmares in Northern Virginia and the Tidewater area will be calling for much of it. Kaine’s speech on Monday evening addressed many areas where money could be directed in addition to solving the state’s traffic web including education, healthcare and property tax relief. One area that might be of particular interest to Rappahannock readers is Kaine’s plan to have localities have more say in major development projects and their’impact on traffic and to have better partnering between localities and state agencies when it comes to land use. While not a new concept, it is one that Kaine hopes to make happen. Fairfax County is about tapped out when it comes to finding any available acreage to do anything with and Prince William and Loudoun while struggling to hang on to some open space may lose the fight with development dragons in their lands. For counties like Rappahannock it continues to be “lesson time” and so far the county gets an A plus for holding the line on rampant growth. Kaine would like to see 4-year-olds in Pre-K pro grams. He d like to see faith-based organizations like non-profits partner with state agencies if there is an emergency situation. He’d like more information given to constituents about all this assessment business and he definitely would like to see us get where we are going faster. Kaine has some good ideas and lots of money to make it happen. As far as important speeches go, he did alright but some don’t find him a fine speaker as far as orators go. “He’s not'a fine orator,” said local Democrat Lois Manookian. “But, mainly I was impressed by his vision of the future, the list of actions we need to take, and by the number of actions he has already taken to implement his vision. Kaine seems to know where he is going and shows integrity to ideals he has long expressed. Manookian summed it up succinctly and with optimism-. "In fact, he seems real - a rare commodity among politicians.” Let’s hope she’s right. ' 4 Spruce up Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Anita L. Sherman The area around the Civil War Monument and Washington Courthouse is getting a make-over thanks to the efforts of local folks like Bob Lander. Look for new plantings soon. Letters Washington Courthouse Project update With the garden areas along the stone fence on Porter Street planted in September, the Civil War Monument surveyed in October, the beautification project of the area in front of the County office buildings on Gay street, begun in March 2004, is about to enter into Phase 2. Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection (RLEP) continues to evolve the design and phase the work accordingly. The intended design and desires changed only slightly when we went to the actual planting and scoping out of the paths and “rooms”. Our timetable is a bit off but spe cific sub-projects are intact and we will observe more progress this year. When initiated, the overall project was deemed to be long term and deliberate and we determined that work would be done as funds were available to complete a task. In 2005, we succeeded in having the CW Monument surveyed by a professional monument restoration company. RLEP and the County shared equally the cost of the survey and we await the report and a recommendation for its refurbishment. Volunteers planted the cleared garden areas that will provide a Spring show for passersby. The cost of the soil amendments and plant materials was bom by individual donations, the County and RLEP. Maintenance of the gardens may be done by the Rappahannock County Girl Scouts as one of its community projects. RLEP will be soliciting pledges for benches, pavement stones, plants and a “wall” that lists donors that contribute time, talent and treasure to the project. Details about the fund raising campaign and how prospective donors can contribute are being formulated. Citizens are encouraged to contact a RLEP Director to offer their services to work with the ad hoc committee on this aspect of the project. We are delighted with the community support so far that includes the Board of Supervisors’ approval, the contributions of funds by individuals and organizations, the volunteers that have done the physical work and the planners that have given us the picture of what can be. For information and/or volunteering your talent and time, please contact a RLEP Director and/or Bob Lander, 987-8504. Bob Lander RLEP Chair for the Project Local sports activities rate coverage I read with interest Amy Hitt’s recent Letter to the Editor entitled, “Rappahannock deserves more sports coverage.” Speaking as the Athletic Director at Wakefield Country Day School in Flint Hill, I couldn’t agree more that additional community sports coverage would be a welcome addition to the Rappahannock News. Our students — I’m sure like the students at Rappahannock — not only work very hard academically, they also “give their all” when it comes to sports activities. In our case, it is often times against bigger, more experienced teams, and winning is an elusive thing. I believfe having the local, paper cover more athlet ic activities and accomplishments by local students would be very well received. Recognizing that we are a small community and that reporters are often spread quite thin and ‘‘can’t be everywhere,” the school has sent in numerous releases summarizing sports events as they occur, but more often than not, they do not appear in print. In particular, this fall, Wakefield’s middle school girls’ volleyball team and boys’ soccer team both had outstanding seasons - ranking first in their conference throughout the season, and the boys’ team even won the championship. To our disappointment, none of these accomplishments were covered in the Rappahannock News, although information and photographs were provided. Several parents got together and pooled resources at the end of the season to place an ad to congratulate the teams and to let the kids know we were proud of them. At Wakefield, we also have Athletes of the Month; they too receive little or no coverage. Our varsity girls basketball team has won several games against tough opponents, while we have a player on the boys team averaging over 26 points a game. We’d like to see these stories covered. It seems to me that with all the “bad news” out there about today’s youth, including the growing obesity problem plaguing our nation’s children, finding ways to spotlight and encourage wholesome activities by kids, be it sports or other areas of interest, is a good thing. And, yes, a newspaper is in business to make money, so some of what is printed (or not printed) is driven by advertising, but we shouldn’t lose sight of the fact that those newspapers ads are often placed by the very same community members who read it. Ms. Hitt said she could not speak for Wakefield, but in my view she represented us well! Let’s see more about our young people and their sports accomplishments in our local paper! Mike Kenney Athletic Director Wakefield Country Day School

Gilbert stays in touch Curiously, my first action on the floor of the Virginia House of Delegates occurred during the Model General Assembly of 1988. Through the annual work of the YMCA, we high school students from across Virginia were able to organize ourselves into a replica of the regular House of Delegates, sit in the large plush chairs, with the great seal of Virginia emblazoned on the thick brown leather, and pass legislation just like our elders. Portraits of past Speakers of the House surrounded us as we deb'!*erated in the ancient chamber. At that time, I could hardly imagine that one day I would return to the oldest ongoing legislative body in the New World as a bone fide, elected member. In November of last year, the voters of the 15th district honored me by electing me to serve as their delegate. Fate, however, would deny me-at least temporarily-the longawaited opportunity to sit in one of those chairs in the State Capitol, first constructed in 1788. The Capitol is undergoing a major renovation and as a result the General Assembly will meet in temporary, somewhat cramped quarters in the old Libraiy of Virginia building, renamed as the Patrick Heniy Building. It is just as well though. I don’t think any of us should ever get too comfortable down here. Wednesday (January 11) was swearing in day. It was a thrilling moment for my parents who were in attendance as Delegate Notes from the 15th District C. Todd Gilbert the House Clerk administered the oath of office to the 100 members of the House of Delegates. My folks watched the swearing in, but not from the gallery, as would have been the case in the House chamber. Family and friends of the 17 new members of the House watched in a nearby room on closed circuit TV as we swore our oath. We will legislate without a hitch in the Patrick Henry Building, but I look forward to my “return” next year to the historical House chamber in the Capitol of Virginia. I am pleased that visitors from back in the district have begun arriving in Richmond. The evening after my swearing in I went out to dinner with three friends from home. Shenandoah County’s Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney Amy Tisinger, Commissioner of Revenue Kathy Black and Deputy Clerk of Circuit Court Sarona Irvin came down to check out the proceedings. Thursday, I had a productive chat in my office with Mike Leake, president of the Rappahannock National Bank. Mike was in town for the annual “Banker’s Day at the General Assembly.” I have also talked on the phone with a number of the supervisors from Page County and look forward to meeting with members of the boards of supervisors and Achieving Excellent Health Through: •Balanced Diet ^Optimal Food Assimilation •Body Waste Elimination *Stress Management At New Location: Hearthstone School 11576 Lee Highway SperryviUe, VA 22740 ^ 540-987-9272 Ext. 1 Kathy J. Edwards CTN, C.N.C., C.N.H.P. 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That really motivates me in my job" Another thing Bruce especially likes about Fauquier Hospital is the teamwork. "We practice a true team concept here," Bruce says. 'We always help each 'other out, and everyone has great credentials, so we re always learning front each other. And I espec ially like the relationship we luce with our physicians We respect each other and the lines of communication are always open." Bruce Ines in Opal with Ins wife aid their two young children I le enjoys living in a small town, and he is currently an officer in the Warrenton Ruritan Club—a club that provides scholarships for k*al high school students and helps needy people in the community FAUQUIER HOSPITAL Advanced Care Close at Hand www.fauquicrhospttal.org Physician Referral & Community l ink: S40 V49.0S8K referral(iPfauquierhospital.org Photos by Pat Kane, Capital News Service ON THE FLOOR: C. Todd Gilbert was elected to the 15th District Delegate seat in November. Gilbert represents Page, Shenandoah and Rappahannock Counties. school boards from Page, Shenandoah and Rappahannock Counties visiting with us later in the session. It will be a good time to learn more about the needs and concerns of many of my local elected officials. As a newly minted Delegate I will admit to a bit of anxiety over the committee assignments that Speaker Howell would give me on day one. Because of my many years of prosecutorial experience and interest in public safety and law enforcement, I was particu larly interested in being a member of the Courts of Justice and Militia, Police and Public Safety committees. The most intense consideration of the bills members sponsor is accomplished at the sub-committee and committee levels. Delegates bring a variety of experience and expertise to the House, and it makes good sense to put it to work in the various committees. Luckily, the Speaker appointed me to these two committees where my experience will come in handy. Tb add a lit SOGGY: Del. C. Todd Gilbert, R-Woodstock, braved the weather at the inauguration of Tim Kaine as governor on Saturday in Williamsburg. tie frosting to the cake, Courts of Justice Committee Chairman, David Albo, has informed me that he has placed me on the Criminal Law Subcommittee. Delegate Beverly Sherwood is Chairman of the Militia, Police and Public Safety Committee. She represents the Frederick County district just north of the 15th district, and is serving as one of my informal mentors during my first year. I look forward to my work in the committee she chairs. Additionally, I learned that I am also a member of the Education Committee and look forward to learning more about and tackling many of the important issues that come through there. I am pleased with my committee assignments and know that I will be working hard. The Courts of Justice Committee alone will deal with fully 40 percent of the approximately 3,000 bills expected to be introduced this year in the House of Delegates. The serious work of the General Assembly is beginning as I write. The House is about to take up the Marriage Amendment on the first day of actual debate. I hope to be able to report more on our work and the other goings-on in Richmond very soon. STARTS WEDNESDAY! • W ^ 1 ~'fSm 1 i INCREDIBLE SAVINGS ON GREAT WEAR-NOW FASHIONS! Total savings off original prices. ROYAl PIAZA • EKONT KOVAl S.A • i40'btv tO I • MUt RA M( >\ > VI 'il ’l,SUN 1 if S IURAY SHOWING CENTER • U K AV \A* S40> ~4llh> • I H H>RS \W >N I kl lo« sAl ** H ,sl N l.*Jo>U> WARREN TON CENTER • WARREN TON \A • t4’ |«Jo • lit H Ks W »N sA! At N \ » *.

School News Around the County Wakefield Country Day School National Geographic Bee: Three Rappahannock County Students make it to the final round Nine students in Wakefield Country Day School’s lower school participated in Phase I of the 2005/2006 National Geographic Bee, a competition held at schools throughout the United States between November 14, 2005 and January 13, 2006. The questions arid answers for the Bee are provided by The National Geographic Society, and the competition is designed to test students’ knowledge on a broad range of geographic topics. Questions cover such material as physical regions, languages, cultures, populations, cultural characteristics, topography, religions, economic characteristics, and map details of different countries. This was the third National Geographic Bee in which WCDS has participated. This year’s WCDS contestants were the two top students in grades four through eight who had competed in their individual class competitions: 4th Grade: Lucy Van Ness of Washington and Marcus Williams of Front Royal; 5th Grade: Daniel Chadduck of Winchester and Heniy Johnson of Warrenton; 6th Grade: Will Mullany of Washington and John Morgan Christoph of Front Royal 7th Grade: Laura Bancroft, arid Alex Hernandez of Marshall; 8th Grade: Kathie Huang of Amissville and Andy Leser of Front Royal. The WCDS competition consisted of a Final round and a Championship Round. Students were eliminated from the Final Round after giving two incorrect answers. Upon completion of the fourth series of questions, five students had been eliminated; the fifth series eliminated one more. Six grader Will Mullanjr earned a “finalist” slot, and then sixth grader John Morgan Christoph went up against eight grader Katie Huang to determine the other finalist, with John Morgan emerging as the winner of that round. The final round pitted sixth grade classmates Will Mullany against John Morgan Christoph, with Christoph ultimately claiming victory, having answered two of his final three questions correctly. Upon conclusion of the WCDS competition, Christoph took a seventyquestion, multiple choice written exam, which has been sent on to the National Geographic Society for scoring. The top 100 scorers in Virginia’s school competitions will compete at the state level, and the state winners then go on to compete in the national competition. Social Security Disability Claims • Disabled? Turned Down? • Over 37 Years Experience • No Recovery - NO FEE Announcing our new location in Culpeper... , 14115 Lovers Lane Culpeper Business Center Earl J. Oberbauer, Jr. Attorney At Law 540-829-6900 • 1-800-434-3059 FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION Providing Affordable, Quality Legal Services Since 1975 la 4; Wakefield places third and fifth in Cert amen Competition Three teams of WCDS Latin students recently traveled to the Flint Hill School in Oakton to compete in a regional Certamen contest, in which students answered questions on Latin language, Roman history and culture and Greek and Roman Mythology, to accumulate points. In this latest competition, Wakefield Country Day School won awards in two different categories. Its Level II Experienced Team, consisting of Amir Arsalan of Gainesville, and Jody Green and Ryan Kearney, both of Culpeper, earned a third place trophy, and its Level I Advanced Team, made up of Katie Huang of Amissville, Andrew Smith of Washington, and Rachel Wells of Warrenton, placed fifth. Bret Heddleston of Sperryville, Christine Pankow of Flint Hill and Tim Pressler of Front Royal also competed, representing WCDS in Level I match-ups. College Panel Last week, Wakefield’s Wednesday Assembly served as the setting for a special “College Panel,” with three WCDS graduates appearing as guest speakers before the 4th through 12th grade students. The panel consisted of Christina Luke, a resident of Washington who currently attends the University of Virginia (UVA); James Nilan, a resident of Flint Hill who currently attends Virginia Tech and is a member of their ROTC program, and Alec Tbth of Front Royal, who also currently attends UVA. The three spoke of their experiences in successfully navigating the college entrance process with the help of WCDS college advisor Marsha Dowell, and they each described their perception of what it is like to be a college student. 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From left to right are Andy Leser, Will Mullany, Alex Hernandez, Marcus Williams, Lucy VanNess, Jon Morgan Christoph, Daniel Chadduck and Katie Huang. MYTH MAKERS: Wakefield students placed on Certamen Team. Pictured from left to right are head of School Kathleen Grove, Jody Green, Ryan Kearney, Amir AWalan, Andrew Smith, Katie Huang, Rachel Wells and Latin teacher John McMahon. mal assembly, the three remained behind to answer numerous questions posed by the upper school students. Hearthstone School The 6th and 7th grades at Hearthstone School are currently studying the Geography of Africa. This is a coordinated curriculum between their Geography class, as well as Mathematics, Art, English and Drama. The Math class is creating bar graphs with statistical information about Africa and the art class is creating traditional African masks that will be used in a skit, written by the children, based on a traditional African proverb. The skit will be performed for lower school students. 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Sports Briefs ine Ktns Girls Varsity Basketball team was unable to sustain their two game winning streak, falling 33-85 against Clarke on Friday, and then losing 42-61 versus George Mason. The Panthers hope to recoup their losses with two home games in a row, first against Madison Thursday night and then against Strasburg on Tuesday. The RCHS Boys Basketball Panthers are faring no better having lost to Strasburg last Tuesday 50-30, still needing just one win to improve over last year’s winless season. They wifi face Madison on Friday for the second time this year. In their last match up, Madison came to Washington and just squeaked by the Panthers 49-38. It was their closest game this season. Now the Panthers will go into Madison hoping to make the balance shift their way. They definitely have more to play for. In Panther wrestling, Dos Allen continues his undefeated rampage, with a record of 11-0 after wrestling against Clarke County. Teammates Tyler Armor and Andrew Lee have each won three matches. On Wednesday they will face Manassas Park, in the team’s last match before Saturday’s News Leader Tournament in Staunton. The Tournament will be a good opportunity for Senior Allen to see how he stacks up around the state. Wednesday will be the first match back for Alex Sharp, who has been out nursing an injured shoulder. If he’s back to fighting form against Manassas Park, Sharp should be able to make an impact Saturday as well. WCDS Sports Wakefield Country Day School had mixed success during the past week with both their boys and girls teams splitting their two respective games. On January 10 in Manassas, the girls got their first Delaney Athletic Conference victory by rallying in the fourth quarter for a 42-34 win over Emmanuel Christian. Chantel Paul led the Owls scoring with 13 points. The Owls ladies hit the court again on January 12, hosting Mt. Carmel Christian Academy of Luray. Unfortunately, Paul, a junior guard, suffered tom ligaments in her ankle midway through the opening quarter and is likely lost for the year. In Paul’s absence, Caitlin Hammelman tallied 15 points but it wasn’t enough to prevent a 4437 setback to the Warriors. The Funds From Page A3 Crop farmers should keep the following in mind: the District will pay 75 percent of the cost as well as $50/acre to convert cropland or fallow fields into sod for 10 years; you may be eligible to earn up to $40/acre for planting cover crops in the fall. Planting Crimson Clover as a cover crop can earn $20/acre, and save 60 lbs on your nitrogen application the next year. These are just some of the cpst-share opportunities, but tljere are also tax-credit prac tices that save the producer on projects they are undertaking on their own. Do you need to reshape and add gravel to a farm road? 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Of particular concern for Rifaat are out-of-area owners that may be renting their property for farming purposes. “The renter can’t negotiate with the state, the owner has to,” said Rifaat, “any many of them don’t know about these programs.” These are some examples of the great deals out there for the taking; simply contact the District at 540-825-8591 for more information. pPIEDMONT PROPERTY Great for country living in Rappahannock County. This custom built home has 4BR/2.5BA with over 4000 sq feet and is situated on 19 fenced acres. Attached two car garage, terrace, decking with a balcony just off the Master Bedroom. Three story bank barn with large stalls, the upper two unfinished levels are designed for an apartment but are now being used for storage. $895,000 261 MAIN STREET, P.O. BOX 332 « WASHINGTON, VIRGINIA 22747 '■PROPERTY.COM Running Cedar Lane Cheri Woodard and Frank. Hardy, Inc., Realtors are pleased to announce the sale of Running Cedar Lane, 12 secluded acres near Sperryville with a well designed artisan-built home. The home features 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, wonderful porches and an ingenious open plan. Cheri Woodard would like to thank Trish Bartholomew of Rappahannock Real Estate Resources for her assistance in this transaction Cheri Woodard 540.987.9080 cfwoodard@earthIink.net girls bounced back quickly, however, dropping SVCA 52-49 on Monday in a long three overtime game before taking Quantico 34-20 on Tuesday. They will face Colonial beach away this Friday. For the WCDS Boys, things got off to a miserable start and never recovered in a 72-25 loss to Emmanuel Christian on January 10. In a Thursday the 12th contest with Mt. Carmel the Owls pulled out a thrilling 58-57 victory on the strength of scoring by Patrick Dale and Ben Luke. The Owls had barely had a chance to savor their victory before they were handled by SVCA 83-37 and then by Quantico the following day 47 KEEPAWAY: J.V. Lady Panther Megan Lee looks for space in a wall of defense. 20. Hopefully the Owls will get over that double whammy as they face a beatable Colonial Beach this Friday at home. Photo by Ann Spieker FOR 3: Bobby Czekaj makes a three point shot in the faces of two defenders. Longlea From Page A2 Securities Council, which previously owned the property nine miles west of Culpeper, initially drew up the project’s site plan in 1995. The county approved a rezoning that same year for the planned unit development. The original plans called,for up to 1,000 homes, a 27-hole golf course, retail and office space, an equestrian center and other amenities. But Hamm has stated that the revised site plan will reduce the housing density and scale down the development. “We’re looking possibly at a scenario that will incorporate some conservation easements on land we think is important,” he said. Once the county’s planning department reviews the permit application for the sewer plant, a public hearing will be held before the planning commission. The commission will then make a recommendation to the board of supervisors, which holds final approval. While the revised site plan will provide additional information for local decision makers about the future plans for the Longlea property, it remains a separate issue from the sewer permit. If the wastewater treatment plant is approved, the N landowners will still be required to submit a site plan for the development to the county. “We’re continuing to work on the plan and weigh the situation — between existing zoning and the needs of (the owners) and the community,” Hamm said. DANCING TREE: An incredibly serene property with 1000s of bulbs, a beautiful large creek and an amazing home for the artist, refuge seeker and spiritualist in you. Walk through the forest to the Mb kMS & JELLIES^ Continue the dition from the varied fruit trees Sc ies, or enjoy the many facets of the ;ly pond on this rolling 10 acres. This es solid brick tome with full •s terrific r P HP? iews are just the beginning of this gi fronting _ on a FOUR AC SP >far swimmings fishing and ing. A stupendous site amid gig« ountain laurel and mature fewest most too much to a&k. (A nearby alEstateII The Best. One Home at a Time* \___ Sycamore Hill House 8t Gardens This property boasts some of the most spectacular views in Rappahannock County situated on 51.23 acres. Two miles of walking trails meander through the property located within one mile of Little Washington. Three bedrooms, three bathrooms, unbelievable Great Room with large fireplace and Kitchen on main level. Home has hardwood floors and a fifty-foot wrap around deck. Fully finished walk-out lower level with Great Room, stone fireplace and Kitchen. Private Bedroom and bath adjoins Great Room, work shop, abundant storage and artist studio completes the lower level. Offered at $1,650,000 Wooded 8 acre lot close to Little Washington. Mountain views and a small stream make this an ideal building site for a weekend or full time home. Offered at $375,000 79 Wooded Acres Many building sites, mature trees with picturesque streams. Winter views. Endless possibilities. You really have to walk this property to see all it has to offer. Offered at $995,000 % APPAHANNOCK EAL ESTATE ESOURCES n 540-675-1190 Butch Zindel: butch@rapprealestate.com Trish Bartholomew: tbart 1 (gearthlink.net ^ www.Rappahann6ckRealEstateResources.com 01

Kuth V. Williams Amissville resident Ruth Virginia Williams, 77, of Romney, West Virginia, formerly of Front Royal, died Tuesday, January 17, 2006 at Hampshire Memorial Long Term Care in Romney, West Virginia. Mrs. Williams was bom November 25, 1928 in Amiss NEW LISTING Chancellor’s Rock Featured twice in Architectural Digest, Chancellor’s Rock is a sophisticated and elegantly understated estate in the tradition of Virginia’s Hunt Country. This 446 acre Rappahannock County estate has a remarkable natural setting, every expected amenity and is the perfect retreat for country pursuits and entertaining. It is a complete working horse and cattle farm, just one hour from Dulles Airport. Price upon request. Justin H. Wiley 540-672-5603 jwiley@farmandestate. net 'SS® ville, Virginia daughter of the late Wade and Dora Riley Wines. Surviving are her husband Linwood Williams of Romney, WV; one son Jeff Grove of Chester Gap; three daughters Barbara Rinker of Front Royal, Linda Davis of Slanesville, WV and Carolyn Cooper of Romney, WV ; two sisters Kathleen Alexander of Front Royal and Thelma Sealock of Chester Gap; eight grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter Mary Leigh Patterson; two brothers Joe Wines and Early Wines; two sisters Hazel Miller and Etta Mauck; and two grandsons Rodney Patterson and Cody Cooper. Pallbearers will be Curtis Williams, Charlie Frazier, Bill Campbell, Steve Sealock, Steve Mahoney, and Jay Crawford. Honorary pallbearers will be Mike Sealock, Bobby Sealock, Eddie Alexander, and Jimmy Sealock. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, January 19, at 2 p.m. at Maddox Funeral Home conducted by Rev. Malcolm Cadd. Burial will follow in Williams Family Cemetery in Chester Gap. 360° Mountain Views! 'jff Nestled between Flint Hill and Little Washington A 3 bedroom, 2 bath home in excellent condition. Spacious family room compliments the living room w/bay window, dining area w/sliding glass doors and full walkout basement. Large 32’ x 12’ deck overlooks level 2.6 acre lot w/pretty stone wall & 3 board fencing. $399,500 Denise Chandler, Broker 257 Gay Street * Washington, VA • 540-675-1200 St? • fir www.count IfeiMlIiMMilflSii — Highland Farm, Lakota, VA 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. Horse facilities include 5 stall barn with toaling room, wash stall and loft, run-in sheds and board fenced paddocks. 52,000,000. Amy Timbers 540-987-8668 Major's Hollow, Sperryville, VA 1(>+ wooded acres on a private right of way near the Shenandoah National 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 gorgeous mountain views. $325,000. Alan Zuschlag 540-937-6124 Leeds Manor Road, Orlean, VA The perfect hunt box. Directly opposite the ODH kennels, this 3 BR, 2 BA home boasts mountain views, a woodland pond, three fenced paddocks, 2 run-in sheds, and a garage/barn all on 5.32 acres near the village of Orlean. Cozy fireplace in the living room, charming woodstove in the knotty pine paneled den, and nicely landscaped garden areas make this the ideal equestrian property. $549,500. Alan Zuschlag 540-937-6124 114 Acres, Hume, VA 114 mainly open acres with a log cabin and another small farm building. Superb views to the Blue Ridge and as far south as Old Rag. The property has a Virginia Outdoor Foundation Easement and cannot be further subdivided. There is a creek and several smaller streams. $22,000 per acre. Carole Miller 703-705-9110 Big Woods, Amissville, VA Two beautifully wooded and gently rolling parcels of 71 and 55 acres surrounded by larger farms and land in conservation easement. Located between the villages of Amissville and Flint Hill, this property is in the heart of Old Dominion Hounds hunt territory and is the ideal setting for your new home in the country. $12,000 an acre. Howie Swaim Alan Zuschlag 540-937-3996 540-937-6124 Little Long Mountain, Huntly, VA 25 acres on Little Long Mountain Road. Magnificent wooded parcel of hardwood forest and rolling hillL 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 near Flint Hill. $475,000. Alan Zuschlag 540-937-6124 HELP PROTECT RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY - PLACE YOUR PROPERTY IN CONSERVATION EASEMENTTODAY !• hyt Rebekah M. DeBergh Family in Washington Rebekah Major DeBergh died at Warren Memorial Hospital on Monday, January 16. Mrs. DeBergh was bom November 20,1922 in Riverton, Virginia. The daughter of Julian Neville and Jean Richards Major. She attended the Warren County Public Schools and graduated from Hollins College in 1943. She was a life-long member of Calvary Episcopal Church singing in its choir for many years. She belonged to the Daughters of the American Revolution, the United Daughters of the Confederacy, Warren Heritage Society, and the Garden Club of Warren County. She had also been a volunteer at the Samuels Public Library and had served on the Board of Trustees. Mrs. DeBergh was preceded in death by her husband, James Van Lowen DeBergh. She is survived by her children, James Van Lowen DeBergh, Jr., his wife Elizabeth; Rebekah DeBergh Green, her husband Alexander; and Richard Randolph DeBergh, his wife Pamela; her eight grandchildren; her sisters Jean Elizabeth Wilson and Ann Major Moffett. Honorary pallbearers will be Clyde Baker, Robert Flournoy, Dr. William Major, Shawn O’Malley, Charles Moore, and Robert Wilson. Tlie family will receive friends on Friday 6-8 p.m. at Maddox Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at Calvary Episcopal Church on Saturday at 3 p.m. conducted by Rev. Deborah Rutter. Interment will be at a later date. Following the service on Saturday, family members will greet guests at the church followed by a reception at her home on 304 Grand Avenue in Front Royal. Memorial contributions may be made to Samuels Public Library, 538 Villa Avenue, Front Royal, Virginia 22630. Douglas L. Ricketts Washington resident Douglas “Lee” Leroy Ricketts, Jr., 18, died on Sunday, January 15. He was employed by William A. Hazel Inc. He was living at home with his Mom and Dad in Little Washington. Mr. Ricketts was bom on June 24, 1987, in Warrenton, son of Tammy Rae and Douglas Leroy Ricketts, Sr. He was the fiancee of Stacy Burke of Culpeper. In addition to his parents Lee is survived by: a sister, Stacy Dawn Ricketts and her fiancee Tim Skaggs of Stanley, VA; maternal grandmother Anna Deavers of Front Royal, VA; paternal grandmother, Kathleen Ricketts of Warrenton, VA; maternal grandfather, Reid Payne of Flint Hill, VA; maternal great-grandmother, Jessie Corbin, Culpeper, VA; seven aunts and three uncles, one niece, a special cousin, and numerous cousins and friends that loved him. Pallbearers will be: Jeff Burke, Jr., Tim Skaggs, T.W. Fritts, Ricky Burke, Jr., Tbdd Myers, and Jesse Keyser. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Tbm Jenkins, Ted Jenkins, Mike Feul, Chuckie Weeks, Howie Clark, Jimmy Norman, and Wallace Donford. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, January 19 at 2 p.m. at Washington Masonic Cemetery in Little Washington. Reverend David Clanagan will officiate. Arrangements by TurnerRobe rtshaw Funeral Home in Front Royal. Edgar J. Woodman Boston resident Edgar ‘Woody James Woodman of Boston, formerly of Arlington, passed away at his residence on Tuesday, January 10. Mr. Woodman had a gentle and sweet nature and was a loyal friend to many. He was always willing and eager to help anyone in need and often wouldn’t take no for an answer. His generous and outreaching personality was well known. He was an avid reader and had a great passion for Blue Grass music and traveled to many concerts over the years. He especially enjoyed going to the, “Pickin Parties” at the Sal£m Volunteer Fire and Rescue building and of course, “Effie’s” famous lemon meringue pies served there. Mr. Woodman is survived by his wife, Linda, her son Brian Christopher Harlow, Woody’s children Bryan Mitchell Woodman, Roy Duncan Woodman, Arthur Andrew Woodman, and Maijorie Lee Woodman-Hawkins, sixteen grandchildren and three great- grandchildren. He was preceded in death by See DEATHS, Page A9

Deaths From Page A8 his mother, Frieda Delis Duncan Woodman, his father, Chester Roy Woodman and his beloved son Peter James Woodman. A graveside service was held Friday, January 13 at Quantico National Cemeteiy, in Quantico, Va., with full military honors provided by the United States Army. Minnie B. Payne Amissville resident Minnie Burke Payne, 80 of Amissville, died Tuesday Jan. 10 at her residence. Mrs. Payne was bom March 22, 1925 in Kingsport, TN, a daughter of the late Nelson H. Burke and Bertha Caywood Burke. She was married to the late John B. Payne, Sr. She was employed by Rhodes Drug Store in Warrenton for 11 years. She also worked at Payne’s Restaurant, the family business in Warrenton for many years. After her husband passed away, she was employed by Warrenton Gift Shop until she moved to Delaware in 1984 to be closer to her daughter and son. While in Delaware, she was employed by two different Hallmark stores in Rehoboth Beach. Mrs. Payne hobbies and interests included cooking, gardening, knitting afghans and reading. She is survived by two daughters- Polly Bray, Atwater, CA and Sylvia Glascock of Rehoboth Beach; son- John B. Payne, Jr. of Amissville; sisterAnnie Smallwood of Woodbridge, VA; six grandchildren and nine great- grandchildren. A funeral service was held on Saturday, Jan. 14 at Moser Funeral Home. Interment followed in Warrenton Cemeteiy. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Assn. 7203 Poplar St., Annandale, VA 22003. Myrtle M. Lofton Family in Rappahannock Myrtle M. Lofton, 91, of Stephens City, died Sunday, January 1, 2006, at Bon Air Nursing Home. She was bom July 5,1914 in Page County, the daughter of James E. and Bertie Deavers Molden. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Mrs. Lofton was retired as an inspections agent for the U. S. Department of Agriculture. She and her husband, Robert W. Lofton, were married in 1952 in Front Royal. He died in October of 1973. Mrs. Lofton was preceded in death by her mother and father, three sisters; Kate S. Gordon, Vivian Lofton and Lizzie Baldwin; and five brothers, Virgil Molden, Jack Molden, John Molden, Leonard Molden Inspiring Tfiaugfifo by Randy Minter I TRAUMATIC GRIEF In the normal grieving process, although there is great sadness, a person still retains an emotional attachment to others that imbues life with meaning and purpose. Traumatic grief, however, is characterized by detachment from the world, as well as feelings of futility. There is a yearning and searching for the departed person, a denial that he or she is gone, and an inability to imagine life alone. Those most at risk are those who live alone and lack social support, as well as those who are extraordinarily attached to one person and feel as though they have lost a soul mate. Fortunately, those who suffer from traumatic grief can be helped if their trauma is recognized and treated quickly. If you find you are not recovering from your loss even as time goes by, perhaps it’s time to seek additional support. At the MOSER FUNERAL HOME we connect those who grieve with resources that can support the process of coming to terms with loss. Call 3473431. We’re at 233 Broadview Avenue, Warrenton, 24 -hours a day. Please send your questions or comments to my office or e-mail me at: moserfh@blackhawke.net . “Difficulties are the things that show what men are.” -Epictetus and Lloyd Molden; and four sons, John V., Kenneth L, Robert E. and Virgil L. Presgraves. Additional survivors include two sons; Max R. Presgraves of Marion and Robert W. Lofton, Jr. of Winchester; a daughter, Barbara Sardelis of Richmond and Florida; 14 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. A graveside service was held on Wednesday January 4 at Refuge United Methodist Church Cemetery, Stephens City, with the Rev. John Lock officiating. Pallbearers were John Gordon, Tbby Gordon, Noah Gordon, Max R. Presgraves Jr., Virgil L. Presgraves III and Virgil L. Presgraves IV. Robert P. Manly Resident ofHuntly Robert Phillips Manly, 92, a development aid consultant with expertise in engineering and economics, died Dec. 23 at his home in Huntly. He had suffered complications from Parkinson’s disease. Mr. Manly, for several decades a Washington, D.C. resident, entered the field of development aid in the 1950s and worked for several agencies. His first overseas assignment was to Laos, where he spent seven years and helped build the Laos Printing Press. He also had extended assignments in Afghanistan, Guyana and Indonesia as well as other shorter assignments in Africa and Asia before retiring in the late 1980s. He was bom in Chicago and was raised by his grandparents in St. Paul, Minn. He graduated from the University of Minnesota with bachelor’s degrees in engineering and economics. He played on the university’s basketball team. Before entering the field of development aid Mr. Manly worked in several fields, including shipping, coal mining and newspaper publishing and printing. In the late 1940s, he helped publish a newspaper that his brother, Charles Manly, owned, the Falls Church Echo. Robert Manly nandled the production side and ran the commercial printing business. Starting in the early 1980s Robert loved to .visit Rappahannock and was delighted to be able to make a home here. He claimed that the air here was better than anywhere else he knew. * Survivors include his wife, Jennifer Manly, five daughters - Judy Blakeney of Winthrop, Wash., Margie Petersen of Santa Rosa, Calif., Robin Hart of Terrace Park, Ohio;,Nicole Manly of Uganda and Washington, D.C. and Sidney Benner of Greeley, Colo; a half-brother; 11. grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. A memorial celebration will be arranged at some future date. Donations may be made in memory of Robert to the Blue Ridge Hospice, 333 W. Cork Street, Winchester VA 22601 in lieu of flowers. Il 25 Years Local Experience Appraisals for Refinances, Purchase and Pre-Purchase, Divorce and Estate 540-347-7826 Your Country Property Realtors | Joins F<ariu as far as you can go into 'Old Hollow." 60 plus +/- acres to be. determined by survey. Ride horseback directly into the adjoining Shenandoah national Park from this tract Beautiful building sites, stream, stone walls 8e views compliment this very private mountain land. Could be partially cleared for horses. One of those special pieces of property everyone is looking for. Don't wait on this one! Priced at $20,000 per acre Page County Sportsman's Paradise 264 +/- acres to be determined ^ by survey. Perfect hunters retreat | or tree farm, recreation, conser1 vation long acreage with I Shenandoah Park. Strong mounI tain streams, seven ponds with ■ hunting lodge. Absolute seclusion privacy! $ $1,500,000 Flint Hill, Virginia Wonderful 77 acre tract borders the Shenandoah national Park in the Riley Hollow with long frontage on beautiful waterfall branch. Secluded yet good access to 1-66 makes this either a good commuter location or weekend get-away! 77 acres for $1,504,800, or 24.58 acres for $486,599 / 52.60 acres for $ 1,041,480 "Visit our website and search all of the listings in the NLS system.* Locally owned and managed. . Your Hometown Realtors- www.samsneadrealty.com 540-987-9243 ^ IB Real Estate Professionals Making Friends For Life Rappahannock Office" Brokers op Farms, Estates and Fine Country Property >' nTHKt a ii 'i i-irv i"" in i areMEttanii—BMT—M———————— PASSAGE Creek - Horse farm in Fort Valley, Shenandoah Co. Residence has 3 BDR, 2 BTH, gourmet kitchen, great room. Guest cottage, 6 stall stable, paddocks, 93 acres, trout stream. $1,650,000 Contact Peter Wiley ORCHARD Pear - 77 + acres in VOF casement. Impressive mountain views and surrounded by protected land. Completely private but convenient to Washington. VA. $775*000 Contact Justin H. Wiley The Miller HoL SE c. 1842 - Victorian house on 17.4 acres. The main house has 3 BDR ami 2 full B A and guest house has I BDR and a fireplace. 4 stall ham and outstanding views. $795,000 Contact Thome Auchter OlJ) StU.LHOVSE Road - 10 acres in Culpeper Co. with commanding views of the Blue Ridge. A solid three bedroom. 2.5. bath log home needs renovation. $380,000 Contact t hem Wothturil R(Kkh.lX,l- - Beautifully remodeled contemporary home on 15 acres with sweeping views of tlie Blue Ridge. 3 BDR. 3 BTH, screened porch, stone fireplace. More land available. $7494)00 Contact Chtri Woodard NETHERS Ro.W - Tire ultimate outdoor enthusiast property, at the foot ot Old Rag in Madison Co.. 7 acres in two lots with pleasant 2 hdr. 2bth cottage. Partially open and fenced. S410.000 Conuu t Martin Woodard HARRIS HoiJjOW Road - Picturesque cottage with a great location in Washington, an easy walk to the center of town. Two bednxwns. I bath, nice kitchen, on landscaped lot. S2.S9.UX) Contact Clieni Wtxnhml Sl'NSKT HttlS - 15 acres with breathtaking views. Contemporary home with great mom. kitchen/family mom. 3 BDR. 4 BTH. Ideal tor vineyard and/or winery. $1.3254100 Conuu i Jusim H. WUy ()ij>Je\KJSS Farm - HO + acres in \'OI- easement. Numerous building sites. Inking and nding trails, old stone walls, an ideal |xind sue and matuie hardwixxls. $7^5,000 C\mhK t Justin //. m<y 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 serving the rural c

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• Churches/B2 • Real Estate/B4 • Classifieds/B5-B8 January 19, 2006 www.timescommunity.com Celebrating National Mentoring Month Starfish: Keeping it running By Amy Silver Special to the Rappahannock Newsletters For Carol Lucking, one of the most exciting moments during her tenure as Starfish Coordinator was when the very first “graduate” of the Starfish Mentoring Program turned 18 and, to the surprise of many who had known her, was on her way to college. “This young woman going off to college to study art, her passion, was in large part due to the work her mentor did with her. The mentor offered her the opportunity to see herself in a college situation for the first time,” said Lucking. As the number of long-term successful mentoring pairs increases, more and more of the young people served by the program are now in high school, on the threshold of going out into the world. “Mentors make a one-year commitment to be in the program, but frequently they get so “hooked’ by the rewards of the relationship that they stick with it for two, five, or even more years,” continued Lucking. Rappahannock County High School Principal Roger Mello has seen the impact of these long-term successes first-hand. Third in a series “The mentors of these teens do such an amazing job. I see them picking the kids up and driving them to the places they need to go, tutoring them after school, and helping them through the process of applying to college,” he said. At the helm of Starfish Carol Lucking came aboard as Starfish Program Coordinator in 2003. She had moved to the county in 1989 with husband Bob, a fine furniture maker, and their three children, now all students at Rappahannock County High School. With a bachelor's degree in Psychology and Community Leadership & Development and a Master’s in Counseling and Human Resources, as well as extensive experience working with youth and families, Lucking%as a natural choice to replace then-coordinator Ellen Adams. Adams still serves on the Starfish Executive Committee, the volunteer group that manages and oversees the program. Luckihg, who still maintains a private practice as a personal life coach, had also worked in social service agencies, Photo by Tiana Lucking MANAGING MENTORS: Carol Lucking is the coordinator of the Starfish Mentoring Program that is sponsored by Headwaters. as a family therapist, and as a drug prevention specialist in the Dade County, Florida, public schools. “I had always wondered how I would best use my background in community leadership and development in combination with my counseling experience,” said Lucking, “and working with Starfish was such a perfect fit— especially givdh the collaboration with other programs (such as the Next Step College Access program), with the school faculty, guidance counselors, and administrators, and with the Department of Social Services.” Mentor health In addition to coordinating the involvement of the various organizations connected to the program, starfil;^ Mentoring Program. ^ i 7^ ' Photo by Richard Lykes HELPING HANDS: Starfish Mentors and Executive Committee members shared a Starfish Thanksgiving feast at the Washington Town Hall. Pictured from left to right are: Carol Lucking, Linda Dietel, Frank Bigelow, Beth DeBergh, Dick Bull, Helen Williams, Dorothy Armistead, Susan Jones, Lillian Aylor, Polly Scoville, Joyce Abell, Margaret Baumgardner and Geoff Gowen. Lucking oversees the rigorous screening process undergone by prospective mentors. “The mentors go through quite an exhaustive process, they will all tell you that!” said Lucking. “They complete an extensive application about their histoiy, and provide three personal references which are checked out. Then there are three background checks: one with the state police, one with the DMV, and one with social services. Then we have a personal interview in their home and run background checks on any adult over the age of 18 who lives in the household, including spouses, renters, older children, etc. Finally, there’s a four-hour training in a group setting with other potential mentors.” But it doesn’t stop there. “We encourage mentors to attend three yearly Roundtable trainings, read monthly newsletters that address issues, and read books on mentoring offered at the local library on the Starfish Mentoring shelf." . Since taking over as coordinator, Lucking has standardized and formalized the interview process, and, with the help of the Executive Committee, established a more formal system for keeping in touch with families and the mentors themselves See MENTORING, Page B2 Martin Luther King, Jr. remembered By Richard Lyres Special to the Rappahannock News Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. would have been 77 on Sunday, January 15. A full house gathered at The Theatre in Washington to honor his legacy as a great civil rights leader whose vision was equal justice for all Americans. For the fifteenth year, the Julie E. Boddie Scholarship Committee sponsored this celebration to honor his memory by bringing together inspired word and song. Ms. Vida Timbers of the Macedonia Baptist Church in Flint Hill served as Master of Ceremonies and introductions were done by the celebration’s organizer, Nan Butler Roberts. Music for all times Tears flowed freely as the audience listened to The Martin Luther King Choir, under the direction of Rev. Lemuel Montgomery of the Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Amissville. Strong and beautiful voices filled the theatre with both hymns and more contemporary music, including the old gospel hymns such as “Deep River” and “Swing low, sweet chariot, coming for to carry me home.” Especially noteworthy were the many soloists who sang out —including the choir’s director, Rev. Photos by Richard Lykes SOLO: Rev. Lemuel Montgomery of the Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Amissville as well as director of the Martin Luther King Choir, sang a glorious solo with his choir. Montgomery with his deep, rich baritone voice. The final soloist, Donnie Carter— a Rappahannock County High School graduate of some years ago, sang a spirited rendition of “I can’t give up now.” The words of the song resonated strongly with many in the audience: There will be mountains that I will have to climb And there will be battles that I will have to fight But victory all defeat, it’s up to me to decide But how can I expect to win if I never try. I just can’t give up now I’ve come too far from where I started from Nobody told me the road would be easy And I don’t believe He brought me this far to leave me. This year’s “Dream Keeper Award” was given to E. Franklin Warner, posthumously, and accepted by his wife, Dorothy Warner. Bob Lander, president of the Scrabble School Preservation Foundation established by Mr. Warner in the 1990s, spoke of Warner’s contribution to education and his service to many organizations in the county. Lillian Aylor, president of the Julia E. Boddie Scholarship Committee, presented the award to Mrs. ' Warner. I I See MLK, Page B2 I KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Betty Kilby Fisher, who as a child won an important civil ights case to desegregate Warren County public schools, addresses the Martin Luther King Jr. birthday celebration. Master of Ceremonies, Vida Tim>ers of Flint Hill’s Macedonia Baptist Church, listened attentively on stage. Library series focused on ‘Scrabble School: Respect for the Past, a Dream for the Future’ By Richard Lykes Special to the Rappahannock News Scrabble School was the topic of a threepart presentation on Friday evening at the Rappahannock County Library. The event, co-sponsored by the Rappahannock Association for the Arts and Community (RAAC) and the Scrabble School Preservation Foundation, was organized to illuminate the work now underway to preserve the Scrabble Elementary School—one of several small schoolhouses built in the early 1920s to provide education to young black students in the county. Although the building was abandoned as a See SCRABBLE SCHOOL, Page B2 rrm: ? Photos by Richard Lykes PRESERVING THE PAST: Scrabble School Foundation president Bob Lander welcomed guests to the library series co-sponsored by the Rappahannock Association for the Arts and the Community. SEGREGATED SPACES: Craig Barton, assistant professor of architecture at the University of Virginia, provided thoughtful interpretation of architecture as it is reflected in urban design— particularly from the perspective of race and segregation in our early history. Kenneth Slowik Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Naoko Takao Sonatas celebrate Mozart’s 250 Anniversary By Wendy Weinberg Special to the Rappahannock News Musicians and audiences around the world will be celebrating the 250th anniversary of the birth of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart throughout 2006. Mozart was bom on January 27, 1756. The Theatre at Washington, Virginia will mark the 250th anniversary on January 28, 2006 the day after the anniversary, with an exceptional concert of sonatas which Mozart wrote for keyboard four hands. Kenneth Slowik, Artistic Director of the Smithsonian Chamber Music Society, who is well known to Theatre audiences, will be joined by Naoko Takao, the fine Japanese pianist who is now living in this country. The concert on Saturday, January 28, begins at 8 p.m. Slowik and Takao will play sonatas written by Mozart to be played as duets on one instrument. Two of the sonatas were written while Mozart was still a teenager, living in Salzburg, to play with his gifted sister Nannerl. One of the later sonatas dates from ‘The Marriage of Figaro” year, 1786, and another from the following year with close ties to the famous “Eine 4. Kleine Nachtmusik” and to “Don Giovanni.” Tickets for the concert in Little Washington on January 28 are $20 for adults and $5 for students 18 and under. The concert is the first of three piano recitals this spring at the Theatre. In addition to the recitals, the Klemperer Trio, the San Francisco Quartet, and the Smithsonian Chamber Players will bring more classical music to the Theatre. Celtic music and jazz will be well represented too, and Mark Russell, the great political satirist, will bring his unique wit to the Theatre in February'. The new season runs from January into June, with frequent performances on Saturday evenings at 8, and occasional performances on Sunday afternoons. Tickets are generally $20 for adults and $5 for students 18 and under. Reservations are recommended, both because the schedule is subject to change and because seating is assigned at the time reservations are made. For reservations or to obtain a copy of the Theatre’s current schedule contact the Theatre by phone at (540) 675-1253 or by email to TheatreVA@aol.com, or by mail to The Theatre, 291 Gay Street, PO. Box 322 Washington VA 22747. The website is wwv/ Theatre-Washmgtnn-VA.com.

Mentoring From Page B1 to provide consistent support throughout the relationship. In order to continue improving the mentors’ training, Lucking attended VA Mentoring Partnership’s “Training the Trainer” workshop in Richmond this year. As a member of the National Mentoring Organization, she keeps abreast of current trends nationwide, attempting to bring new ideas to the program. She continues to support ongoing relationships with volunteer professional consultants such as licensed professional counselors and social workers. “Mentors often need help discussing their own emotions, and also some children have difficulty bonding with adults, it takes them a long time to trust,” said Lucking who believes the professional consultants help the group to deal with difficult issues such as these. Not a parent substitute “Mentors are not meant to take the place of a parent,” Lucking pointed out. “It’s so useful to have several supportive adults in a young person’s life— people with different outlooks on life, so that young people can see themselves through others’ eyes, find out what resonates with them.” Lucking’s own teenaged children have other adults in their lives besides their parents that they feel connected to, talk with, and seek guidance from, she said. This year the Luckings hosted a Norwegian foreign exchange student, 17-year-old Ida Engen. “I get to be her mentor—we are having so many wonderful conversations which she says she could never have with her mother, and which I probably couldn’t have with my own daughters. There’s just a different relationship when you’re an ‘outside’ adult.” “Starfish grew in a very ‘organic’ way,” remembered Lois Manookian, who co-founded the program with Judy Tble in 1997. “Everything was volunteer, we had ho concept of a paid staff.” Within a year, however, the group realized they’d need at least some funding. “It gradually occurred to us that we needed to be sponsored, and Headwaters was the obvious organization to support us,” continued Manookian. “We were not into fundraising— we had our hands full trying to create a first-rate program. It was going somewhere! That means you can’t let people down.” Since Headwaters “adopted” the program in 2001, with the exception of a one-time $5,000 grant received from Piedmont United Way, the Rappahannock community has covered all of Starfish’s operating costs. This January, to complement the Rappahannock News’ series of articles on Starfish, local businesses are contributing funds to the program in honor of National Mentoring Month. “It’s such a great program, and there are so many kids this makes a real difference for. In fact, I am thinking of becoming a mentor myself!” explained Beverly Atkins of Piedmont Properties, one such sponsor. Business sponsors are identified by the “We Support Starfish Mentoring” graphic on their ads in the paper. By accident, Carol Lucking happened to run into Starfish’s first graduate over the holidays. The student was visiting her former high school art teacher, Ms. Sours, and Lucking was there to ask Ms. Sours if she knew of another art student who might be a good match for the young woman’s former mentor, a local artist. “It’s funny how things come full circle,” said Lucking. “This year we have more graduates going off to college or choosing other positive futures. These successes spur us on as an organization to continue to work to see the kids through, whether they stay in the community or leave, to help them find what their own unique vision is for their future.” Special thanks to the Rappahannock News and Starfish’s other local business sponsors. Tb find out how to become a mentor, to request a mentor for a child, or to donate funds or become a business sponsor, please call Paige Coombs at 675-1819. Scrabble School From Page B1 schoolhouse in the 1960s, it remained a property of Rappahannock County. In the early 1990s, the late Franklin E. Warner, an alumnus of the school, established the Scrabble School Preservation Foundation to rehabilitate the building whose new purpose will be as a Senior Citizens Center, with dual use as a Heritage Center to educate the public about the history of the school. History of the Rosenwald Schools Guest speakers addressed the origin and significance of Scrabble School from several different historical perspectives. The presentations began with a discussion by landscape architectural historian, Jacky Taylor, on the importance of light and space in the small one and two-room schoolhouses represented by the Rosenwald Schools. Most of the labor, the site, and over half the construction funds were donated by the local African-American community. About a fourth of those funds came from The Rosenwald Foundation as part of a nation-wide program to build over 4,000 schools for African-American children throughout the South. The Scrabble School operated from 1922 to 1967. What one man could do Scot French, interim director of the Carter Woodson Center for Afro-American and African Studies at the University of Virginia, provided an intriguing discussion of the history of the Scrabble School itself. What caught everyone’s imagination was the amazing history of how one man—Isaiah Wallace of Woodville—pressured both the black and white community of Rappahannock to build a schoolhouse for “colored children.” Wallace was a black laborer who traveled extensively in his youth and often traded his labor for schooling. As he traveled and learned, he continued to improve his status to more skilled labor and recounted the hundreds of homes he plastered when he returned to live and work in Rappahannock County. Isaiah Wallace’s quest to educate African-American children was inspiring. When French told the group that Isaiah Wallace lived on Red Oak Mountain in the county, many people in the room exclaimed, “Oh, yes ... I remember who he was.” The fact that so many people still remember the Wallace family encouraged the UVA professor to seek oral histories of Scrabble School alumni in the audience to add additional details to this fascinating history of the Scrabble School. Architecturally speaking Craig Barton, assistant professor of architecture at the University of Virginia and director of the American Urbanism program, presented a slide show with eloquent observations on his research of cultural and historical motivations as is seen in architecture. His first slide of many was a stark black and white photograph of two separate but obviously unequal water fountains—with signs above indicating “For Whites” and the inferior fountain “For Colored.” In commenting on his professional work in combining historical preservation with adaptive new uses for a building, Barton showed the group plans he has drawn up for a new National Voting Rights Museum and Visitors’Center in Selma— the site of the bloody 1965 confrontation between civil rights marchers and state troopers in Alabama that led to the Voting Rights Act of 1965. It is Professor Barton’s hope, with the help of the Scrabble School Preservation Foundation, to preserve the old Scrabble School for its historical significance and to adapt it to a new use as a senior citizen center for the county. The Foundation—a 501(c)3 tax exempt organization —is currently raising funds for this important work. All who are interested in contributing to this worthy effort are encouraged to contact the Foundation at 174 Scrabble Road, Scrabble, VA 22716. Other information and links are also provided at www.scrabbleschool.org or one can contact the Foundation’s president, Bob Lander at kplander@aol.com Religious Notes There will be a community breakfast at the Flint Hill Fire Hall served by the Flint Hill United Methodist Church on Saturday, January 28 at 8 a. m. A free will offering appreciated. The Deanes Gospel Group from Stanardsville, Va., will be performing at Amissville Baptist Church, 776 Viewtown Rd., Amissville on Saturday, Feb. 4 at 7 p. m. For more information and directions call the church office between 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday through Friday at (540) 937-6159. 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 Church. This program consists of Bible memorization, games, singing, crafts, refreshments and fun all orchestrated by Rev. Jon Heddleston. Rev. Jennings Hobson, and Rev. Phil Bailey. For more information, call the Washington Baptist Church office at 675-3336 FREE Food Every Month Additional food to add to your kitchen pantry based on the number of people in your family. Jan. 19, Feb 16, & Mar. 16, 2006. Check newspaper or call 675-3313 to confirm future dates Where is it? Washington Baptist Church 180 Gay Street, Washington, VA Families that are income eligible or that receive Food Stamps, Medicaid and/or SSI will automatically qualify to receive USDA Food Commodities. Registration & Distribution will be first come - first served! Questions my be directed to 540-675-3716, 540-675-3336 or 540-987-9101 Sponsored by the Rappahannock Community Care Coalition Devon Mario Cordle to wed Daniel Victor Hahn David and Charla Cordle of Charles City, VA., are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Devon Mario, to Daniel Victor Hahn, son of Rolf and Judy Hahn of Nokomis, FI. The bride-to-be is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Sisk of Sperryville and Mrs. Eleanor M. Cordle of Stafford, VA. Cordle is a 2002 graduate of the University of Virginia where she received a bachelor’s of science degree in civil engineering. She is currently employed at Whitman, Requardt and Associates as a transportation engineer. Hahn graduated from Cornell University in 2000 and 2001 where he received bachelor’s and master’s degrees in applied engineering physics. He is employed as a staff mem Photo by Charla Cordle ber at Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory. A May 2006 wedding is planned in Charlottesville. It’s a girl! Hope Jacobs and Bobby Compton are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Skyla Mae Compton. Skyla was bom on January 6 at Winchester Medical Center. She weighed 7 lbs. 10 ozs. Maternal grandparents are James and Bertha Jacobs of Amissville. Paternal grandparents are Robert Compton Sr. of Clearbrook, Va and Christine Compton of Front Royal. MLK From Page B1 King’s dream kept alive The keynote speaker, Betty Kilby Fisher, gave an aweinspiring, motivational talk directed at keeping Martin Luther King, Jr.’s.dream alive. Fisher was an infant plaintiff in the case of Betty Ann Kilby vs Warren County Board of Education. In 1958, the 4th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in young Betty Kilby’s favor and closed Warren County’s only high school under Virginia’s Massive Resistance laws. Fisher then graduated from the reopened Warren County High School.A native of Flint Hill and Front Royal, Fisher now lives in Dallas, Texas. A college graduate, Fisher went on to reach upper management positions in the corporate world as well as becoming an author and motivational speaker. A book-signing reception for Betty Kilby Fisher’s new book, “Wit, Will and Walls,” was held immediately following the event at the Washington Baptist Church. Fisher noted that slavery ended as well as segregation, but justice did not come easily. As Fisher recalled her own experience growing up in Virginia before desegregation in the 1950s, she remembered Dr. King’s “Dream Speech” in which he yearned for that day when all people “will be judged not by the color of their skin but by the content of their character.” Fisher left her audience with a thought: “When the roll is called up yonder, will you be able to say, ‘I made a difference in anyone’s life?’” Anne Claire is welcomed by mother Amy Hunter and brothers Charles and William It’s a girl! Shawn and Amy Hunter are the proud parents of a girl, Anne Claire Hunter Ann i was bom on December 31,2005 in Portland, Maine. She weighed 8 lbs. 7 ozs. Other proud family members include her brothers, Charles and William. Delighted paternal grandparents are Hal and Beverly Hunter of Amissville and maternal grandparents Bob and Marilyn Entwistle of Naples, Maine. Also thrilled is great-grandparent Ethel Roberts of Bakerstown, Pa. Photo by Clay Vickers CANNED KING: Vincent Rice came up with the most canned food in the recent drive hosted by the Leo Club. Leo Club hosted successful food drive By Emily Raney Special to the Rappahannock News The food drive sponsored by. the Rappahannock County High School Leo Club was quite a success. Students at the high school brought in canned food for roughly a one-month period from November 16 to December 13, 2005 during their first period classes. Apple Hill Bakery in Sperryville provided a big incentive. The class bringing in the most would get a free breakfast. This year the winning class was Beth Gall’s Environmental Science Class with a total of 361 cans. The main source of cans in that class was from senior Vincent Rice, who alone donated more than 120 of his own cans to the food drive. His generosity towards the needy was a great asset to his class and to the community. Combining all of the first period classes, the total number of cans donated was 657. The Leo Club Food Drive is an annual activity that is looked forward to every year and one that provides extra food to those in the county who need it. CHERRY STREET Building Supply Corn. "See Us For All Your Building Supply Needs" 1418 Orange Road Culpeper (540) 825-0937 Find your new home With the ?appahannodt Seta 540-675-3349 If this house had not been neglected, it would still be functional today. Just a coat of paint and some consistent care might have saved it from the damaging destruction of time. Such a simple thing... In Genesis 15:1, God said to Abraham, "I am your shield, your very great reward.” Our Father can protect us from the wear and tear of life. If we open our hearts and let him in, the reward will be great. As you attend your house, of v worship this week, let God be your shield and your reward. He will protect your soul and keep your spirit shining and new. It’s such a simple thing. 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2006 Workshop Series Recruiting and Retaining Volunteers 13 Groups Already Registered! Who: The Rappahannock Nonprofit Center What: Workshop on Recruiting and Retaining Volunteers When: January 24,1:00 until 5:00 p.m. •- ~ Where: Rappahannock Public Library Rappahannock Nonprofit Center Executive Director Bridget Chisholm is excited. “We already have 13 groups signed up fin- the January 24 workshop and we hope to have 20 by the end of next week. The Virginia State Firefighters Association, Windmore Foundation, Rappahannock County Public Schools, WVPT Public Television, Culpeper County Office of Emergency Services, Rappahannock County Conservation Association, RappFLow, Hospice of The Rapidan, Rural Madison County, Serve Inc., and others have already registered. Seating is limited, so if you would like to participate, please do not delay in , registering,” said Chisholm. The fee for January’s workshop is a voluntary contribution based on the annual budget of your organization. If your operating budget is less than or equal to $25,000 a year the requested donation is $20.00, greater than $25,000 but less than or equal to $50,000 the requested donation is $35.00, greater than $50,000 but less than or equal to $200,000 the requested donation is $50.00 and if you have an annual budget of more than $200,000 the requested donation is $100. Tb register, email info® mpc.org or phone (540) 987-8011. If you are unable to afford the voluntary contribution do not let that deter you from attending the workshop, all will be welcome regardless of ability to donate. Jill Skelton, Director of the Piedmont Volunteer Center will lead the four hour workshop. Jill explained that, “during the workshop we will discuss the nature of volunteering; present a profile of today’s volunteers, consider what motivates people to volunteer and the benefits of volunteering to both the community and to individuals. We will then look at the characteristics of successful volunteer programs, focusing on the development of recruitment strategies and the effective incorporation of volunteers as valuable members of participant organizations.” . The mission of the Rappahannock Nonprofit Center is to help nonprofit organizations in our region improve their management practices and successfully attract the human, financial and other resources necessary to carry out their missions. Art of living Yoga of Breath course to be offered Ankur Rupani is inviting the public to free introductory sessions of the world famous Art of laving Yoga of Breath course that will be offered at Hearthstone School in Sperryville at the end of March. “You can come and know about this wonderful course which millions have done all around the world in over 144 countries,” encouraged Rupani. The six-session program will be held from March 30 to April 4. The free introductory sessions will be held at the Rappahannock County Library on Wednesday, January 25, from 4-5 p.m. and again on Wednesday, February 1, from 4-5 p.m. Sessions include light yoga, meditation and introduction to the Yoga of breath course. The Art of Living Breath Course is a revival of the ancient Vedie knowledge and the healing power of the breath, the Art of Living Course includes meditation and breathing processes which reduce fear and anxiety, and help promote well-being and a sense of peace. The techniques are simple to learn and easy to practice. Benefits include reduced stress, improved health and wellness, heightened enthusiasm, greater concentration, improved self-esteem, greater creativity and clarity of mind, increased physical energy, and enhanced interpersonal skills. Tb register for the Free introductory Sessions or the Course call 510-499-5593 or email ankur_rupani2000@ yahoo.com Also, please RSVP to Ankur which session you will be attending. Workshop on Coping with Grief Hospice of the Rapidan is offering a free workshop on “Coping with Grief - How Tb Brighten The Winter Blahs” on Thursday, January 26. The discussion will cover issues and concerns of people who have recently lost a family member, loved one or close friend, which can be more of a burden during the shorter days of the winter season. All members of the public are welcome and no prior affiliation with Hospice of the Rapidan is necessary. The workshop will be held on Thursday, January 26, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. in the community room of Hospice of the Rapidan, 1200 Sunset Lane, Culpeper. Reservations are appreciated but not necessary. Reservations and additional information are available from Craig Wilt at 540-825-4840. Hospice of the Rapidan offers a broad range of grief support services to families throughout Culpeper, Fauquier, Madison, Orange, Rappahannock and surrounding counties. Many families receiving grief support have experienced the death of a family member who was not under Hospice of the Rapidan’s care, including families who did not have the opportunity to say good-bye because their loved one died suddenly. This caring service is offered free of charge even though its costs are not reimbursed by Medicare, Medicaid or private insurance. Tb learn more about hospice care, grief support, or becoming a volunteer call Hospice of the Rapidan at 540-825-4840 or visit online at www.hotr.org. Blue Rock Inn presents Friday live Music 7-10 p.m. Free Admission January 20: Anders Drew January 27: Andrew Acosta February 3: Ben Mason with special guests Steve Van Dam, Nate Brown, James of Annandale and Jeff Severson February 10: Bob McDugald February 17: Andrew Acosta February 24: Street Legal acoustic Andrew Acosta plays on January 27 and February 17 The Blue Bock Inn u located at 12567 bee Highway, Washington, VA across from the Rappahannock High School. For more info call Jim McCullough at (540) 987-3190. I I 4 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. Fore-mail, send to Jan Clatterbuck at jclatterbuck@timespapers. com. Apple Hill Bakery is open again! Sweet thing lovers rejoice! Apple Hill Bakery is located at 15 Main Street (last building on the right as you are heading back out to Hwy 211 - Yellow color). They are open now to serve you on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 7 a .m. to 5 p. m. They are closed on Tuesdays. January 18: Culpeper Little League sign-ups Culpeper Little League will be holding sign-ups for the 2006 season. Sign-ups will be held at Culpeper County High School Cafeteria on Wednesday, Jan. 18 from 6 p. m. to 8 p. m. You may also register online at www.eteamz.com/cll .For further information please call Debbie Mcllwee 829-0988 January 19: Special Education Advisory Committee On Thursday, January 19 at 3:45 p.m. at the high school library there will be a second meeting of the 2005-06 Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC). This was formerly known as the Local Advisory Committee (LAC). Present Committee members include Rose Ann Sharp, Marsha Thompson, Marrieta Verrill, Helen Williams, Karen Alexander, Sherry HamillHuflf, Edith Clark, Linda Clark, Janet Jenkins, Elizabeth Lee-Harris, Jennings Hobson, Ellen Mustoe, and Ester Settle. The philosophy of Rappahannock’s Special Services Department is one that provides opportunities for learning for a diversity of learners. Ideally, our schools are places where children are valued and differences are seen as opportunities, not obstacles. The inclusion of students with disabilities in the general education curriculum plays a big part in this learning opportunity The meeting is open to any and all parents, teachers, community members that wish to attend and learn more about inclusion and participate in the discussion of how we can improve each Rappahannock student’s classroom experience. Please RSVP Fran Moore Krebser at the School Board Office (540) 987-8773) if you are interested in participating in this year’s SEAC. January 19: RappFLOW Monthly Meeting The regular monthly meeting of the Rappahannock Friends and Lovers of Our Watershed (RappFLOW) will be held at 6:30 p. m. on Thursday, January 19 at the county library. AD are welcome and volunteers are needed to help us preserve, protect, conserve and restore our water resources and watersheds. For more information please call Bev at 937-4038 or to sign up as a volunteer, call Jean 937-2603. Check out what’s new on our web site! www.rappflow.org. January 19,20: The Flying Pig Pub At Sunnyside Farms@The Schoolhouse in Sperryville in the Flying Pig Pub, Thursday January 19th: Brooksie Wells and Lisa Kay Howard from 7-11 p. m. An eclectic blend of folk, bluegrass, blues and old rock — all acoustic and fabulous on Friday January 20th DONTEZ from 7-11 p. m. “One man show - musician extraordinaire.” For more information call 987-3600 or 9873609. January 19: Kick-Off Meeting for Relay for Life Team Captains The first meeting of the Rappahannock County Chapter of the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life Team Captains will be held on Thursday, January 19 at 7 p. m. at the Washington Baptist Church. Everyone thinking about participating as a Team Captain in the Relay, and anyone can do it, is invited to attend. The overall plans and preparations for the upcoming Relay will be discussed at this Kick-Off Meeting. Team packages and information to help your team get started will be available. The Relay for Life is the annual fund raising event of the Rappahannock County Chapter of the American Cancer Society. The Relay will take place at the Rappahannock County Elementary School on May 2021. January 19: Free food distribution Additional food to add to your kitchen pantry based on the number of people in your family. Jan. 19,J<eb lb, & Mar. 16. Check newspaper or call 675-3313 to confirm future dates Where is it? Washington Baptist Church 180 Gay Street, Washington, VA Families that are income eligible or that receive Food Stamps, Medicaid and/or SSI will automatically qualify to receive USDA Food Commodities. Registration & Distribution will be first come - first served! Questions my be directed to 540-6753716, 540-675-3336 or 540-987-9101 Sponsored by the Rappahannock Community Care Coalition January 20: Actor's Showcase Rappahannock County High School Drama Class presents Actor's Showcase on January 20 from 8-10 p.m. Please join them for songs, poetry, original works, monologues, improvisational comedy and five modem one-act plays. Cost is $5. January 20: Public House Friday Night Fish Fry The Flint Hill Public House brings back its annual winter Fish Fry on Friday nights all winter long All-You-Can-Eat beer-battered, fresh, Atlantic Cod with cole slaw, fries, tartar sauce and com bread. Price per person is $18. Reservations are recommended. Phone: (540) 675-1700. January 20,27, February 3: Riday nights live music The Blue Rock Inn is now doing live music on Friday nights from7-10pm. Admission is FREE! Come and enjoy our fantastic local musicians. For more information call Jim McCullough at (540) 987-3190. 1/20 Anders Drew 1/27 Andrew Acosta 2/3 Ben Mason, Steve Van Dam & Jeff Severson January 21: Baseball registration The Rappahannock Culpeper Babe Ruth Baseball League will be holding registration for the upcoming 2006 spring season. Stuart Field, home of RAA/RCB, is conveniently located just a few minutes from Clevenger’s comer traffic light off Route 211. Registration days will be held at the following locations: Amissville Firehouse on Saturday January 21st and February 4th Jeffersonton Community Center on Saturday January 28th and February 11th Registration times at both locations will be held from 9 a. m. until 1 p. m. Players new to the league will need to provide a birth certificate. Further information can be obtained by visiting the RAA/RCB website at www.rappculpbaseball.com. Or by calling the league phone number at 937-7900 at Stuart Field if you have questions. January 21: Red Cross classes CPR and First Aid - January 21, 9 a. m. to 5 p.m. Pre-registration is required. For further info, call the Red Cross at 8258611. January 23: RLEP meeting The January meeting of the Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection will be held on Monday, January 23, at the library. Socializing begins at 7 p. m. with the business meeting following at 7:30 p. m at the library. The agenda will focus on finalizing the budget and planning for the Alternative Energy Expo. January 24: Weight Watchers meetings series starting Weight Watchers meetings series starting on Hresday, January 24 at 4 p. m. to 5 p. m. at the Rappahannock County Elementary School. Cost $144 for 12 weeks. Several payment options available. Call Kim Vest at 675-1117 after 3:30 p. m. for more information. January 25: Meet Chaz Evans-Haywood U.S. Senator George Allen (R-VA) will have his representative for Western Virginia, Chaz Evans-Haywood, available to meet with local citizens on Wednesday, January 25, at the Rappahannock County Library from noon to 1:30 p.m. to discuss issues facing the area with constituents and to help anyone having problems with a federal agency. “If you’re having problems with a federal agency or want to express your opinion on issues facing Virginia or the nation, I’d urge you to come down and talk to Chaz in Washington. Through these local visits, we can bring some good Virginia common sense back to Washington, D.C.,” remarked Allen. For more information, constituents may call Chaz Evans-Haywood at (540) 421-1394. January 25-March 8: Rower arranging classes offered The Rappahannock County Garden Club is offering classes in “Very Basic Flower Arranging” starting Wednesday January 25 and running for the next six Wednesdays through March 8. Classes, open to club members and interested community residents alike, will be held in Trinity Episcopal Church Parish Hall in Washington at 11 a. m. Please call Susan Jones, 675-3152, to reserve a space. Cost is $30 for the series. Class size is limited. January 28: Community Breakfast There will be a community breakfast at the Flint Hill Fire Hall served by the Flint Hill United Methodist Church on Saturday 28 at 8 a. m. Saturday, January 28, at 8 A. m. A free will offering. January 28, February 11: Workshops presented by Ki Theatre Open to adults and students 15 years old and older. No prior experience is necessary. Saturday Jan. 28: 10 a. m. - 3 p. m. ($50) Acting: Principles of Performing and Building Character with Julie Portman Julie is Artistic Director of Ki Theatre. She is a New York Obie award winning theatre artist, recipient of a Fulbright artist award to India and most recently received the 2006 Fellowship in Playwriting from by the Virginia Commission for the Arts. Phone Ki Theatre to reserve your spot at (540) 9873164. January 29: Softball sign ups! Piedmont Softball Association will be conducting spring program registrations for all interested girls residing in Rappahannock, Culpeper, and Fauquier counties from 1pm - 3 pm each Sunday, January 29, February 5, and February 12, at Bill Payne Auction Gallery on Rt. 211 in Amissville. Girls between the ages of five and eighteen years (as of January 1, 2006) and ALL levels of skill are welcome; girls new to Piedmont must present their original birth certificate at the time of registration. Signup fees are $40. for girls registering to play ages 5 through 12 and $45. for girls to playing 13-18; multiple registrants from the same household will receive discounts. Inability to pay fee will not prevent any girl from registering, however. Piedmont Softball Association is a Babe Ruth Softball affiliate and provides regular spring and fall season schedules within its own league, as well as with any other interested leagues. For interested spring players, there is also an All-Star tournament trail for all age teams, as well as World Series for some age levels. For further information, please contact Mauri Payne (937-4142 or 675-3729) or Donna and David Sheffield (937-5595), or check out the league website: www.piedmontsoftball.net January 29: Wakefield Country Day School Open House The public is invited to a special Open House on Sunday, January 29 from 1 p. m. to 3 p. m. at Wakefield Countiy Day School, a preschool through twelfth grade college preparatory day school located at 1059 Zachary Taylor Highway in Flint Hill. Come take a tour of the school and meet some of the facility, staff, parents, and students who make up the Wakefield community. WCDS emphasizes scholarship in the classical tradition, and its stated mission is to develop each student’s character and intellect to its fullest potential. For more information, please call (540) 635-8555, ext. 227 February 1,15: Free Clinic schedule The Free clinic schedule for February 1 and 15. We still have clinics on the first and third Wednesdays of each month. February 1: Mime Artist Mark Jaster to Perform A Fool Named ‘0’ at Wakefield Country Day School - Local Families Invited to Attend Mark Jaster, a mime artist who has appeared at the Kennedy Center and Wolf Trap, is scheduled to appear at Wakefield Country Day School on Wednesday, February 1st at 10:00 a.m. in the Leonard M. Cowherd Auditorium. The performance, entitled, A Fool Named ‘O’ is appropriate for children in kindergarten through twelfth grade. Wakefield is extending an invitation to Rappahannock County families who would like to join them for the performance, subject to seating availability. If you would like to attend, please call 540-635-8555, ext. 231. The performance should last about 30 - 40 minutes and is described as “a medieval fool engaging the audience in some really old-fashioned fun, using wordless wit, kinetic humor and playful interaction.” Jaster trained under Marcel Marceau and appeared recently at Chateauville to rave reviews. February 11: Join Leslie Jacobson at Ki Theatre for exciting workshop 10 a. m. -4 p. m. ($75) Transform a Story into a Play with Leslie Jacobson Leslie is the Artistic Director of Horizons Theatre in Washington, DC and has worked for several decades as a playwright and dramaturgist. In addition to directing traditional plays, she creates theatrical scripts from stories and improvisations with emphasis on women in contemporary culture. Phone Ki Theatre at (540) 987-3164 for reservations or information. February 11: A Valentine's Day Extravaganza Saturday, February 11, from 7 p. m. to 10 p. m. , A Valentine’s Day Chocolate Extravaganza! Come to Hearthstone School for the Perfect Night with your Sweetie. A $10 admission includes luscious liquid chocolate with bite-sized pieces of cake and fruit for dipping. Champagne, wine, coffee and herbal teas will be available for an additional charge, as well as delicious chocolate desserts and flowers to purchase and take home with you. Enjoy dessert and drinks while listening to music with your Sweetheart. Hearthstone School is located two miles west of Sperryville on Route 211 West. Questions? Please call the School Office at (540)987-9212. February 11: ‘That’s Amore’ at Gadino Cellars Our first event for 2006 will be the That’s Amore” dinner that we are planning for Saturday, February 11th. We will be sending out a special in invitation we have the menu set for our first ever sit down wine dinner where we will be pairing our wines with gourmet Italian cuisine. Seating will be limited to 24 people. February 11,12: Irresistible Chocolates and Cabernet at Gray Ghost Vineyards Saturday & Sunday, February 11 and 12 Event entry: 11a. m. to 4 p. m. winery open until 5 p. m. Treat your Valentine to decadent chocolate desserts and Cabernet at the premier Valentine winery event in Virginia! $15 per person includes unlimited desserts, tastings of gold-medal winning red wines and an all new Valentine glass! Gray Ghost is located at 14706 Lee Highway in Amissville and can be contacted at (540) 937-4869. February 12: Annual Lions Club Bland Music Contest Rappahannock Lions Club will conduct its Annual Bland Music Contest at The Theatre in Washington on February 12 at 2 p.m. All voice and instrumental musicians in grades K through 12, residing and/or enrolled in public and private schools and home schooled in Rappahannock County, are eligible to enter the contest and compete for cash prizes. Winners will go on to compete for awards and scholarships at District, Regional and State levels. Contestants can obtain applications from their school's music teacher or call Bob Lander (987-8504). Application deadline is February 1

Home and land transfers this week These Rappahannock County home and land property transfers were recorded in the Rappahannock County Circuit Court Clerk's office for the period of January 11 to January 17. To find transfers in other Northern Virginia counties, visit www.timespapers.com. (Please note that only the first person named as the grantor or grantee is listed. ) Stonewall/Hawthorne District Richard Lee and wife to Christopher George Johns and wife; 26.4971 acres; Tax-Map 39-7B, $380,000 Hampton District No listings during this period. Piedmont District James Gregory Foster and others to Four Sons River House LLC; Piedmont Lots 1&2; Tax-Map 38-75, $0 Jackson District Homer Jackson and wife to Dwayne Jackson; 2 acres, TaxMap 33-598, $0 Wakefield District John J. Dabney to Jill M. Repiscay; 2.6375 acres; Tax-Map 13-108.13-108A, $402,500 Jennifer K. Shanks to Peter Salvano and wife; .8144 acre; TaxrMap 13-58A, $376,000 Lindsey named outstanding teacher Joyce Lindsey, the cosmetology instructor at Madison County High School, was named the recipient of the 2005 National Outstanding New Teacher of the Year Award presented by ACTE - Association for Career and Technical Education, Trade and Industrial Education Division. The engraved plaque reads, “This award is presented in recognition of the highest meritorious contribution to the improvement, promotion, development and progress of the trade and industrial education in America”. Lindsey qualified for this national award after receiving the 2005 New Teacher of the Year in Virginia presented by VATIE - Virginia Association of Trade and Industrial Education in August. Award nominees must have been new to the teaching profession and have taught a minimum of three years but no more than five years. Nominees could be in their sixth year of teaching at the time of submission. The Madison Cosmetology program, under the Instruction of Joyce Lindsey, is known for winning many local, district and state competition awards and trophies. Every student that has completed this program has passed their Cosmetology state exam for licensure in Virginia. “I want to be the very best and I always want my students to be better than I am. Their success is what makes me successful. We have a lot of pride in our program and I am very proud of all of our accomplishments. This national award is an honor and I am blessed to have a job that allows me the opportunity to have fun while working. I’m having the time of my life,” said Lindsey who was particularly pleased as she received this award on her birthday - January 10. Joyce is the daughter of Lester and Hazel Deal of Sperryville and a 1978 graduate of Rappahannock County High School. 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BLUEMONT: Lovely, secluded 1BR barn apt. on west side of Mt. Weather w/ W/D. gas log f/p . Avail NOW. $675 /mo. + util. No pets. 540-955-1256. Clifton/Davis Ford Rd/ Manassas - Lg 800+sf. 1BR walkout apt in SFH on 2+ acs. W/d, lg eat-in gourmet kit/ MB suite, prvt entr w/ patio. AvI immed. $ 1200/mo utils incl. For info call 571-238-8418. Downtown Berryville - An Antebellum mansion called The Crows Nest. High ceilings, hardwood floors, man tels. large windows. A bachelor flat $600. 1BR $700. 2BR $750. No pets, no smoking. Avail, late January. Deposit and references r • e> q u i r e d . ~ £40-955-1256 Leesburg Hist. District: studio apt. w'large bay window, separate eatin. kitchen, shared porch in Victorian house, shared garden, rent includes: heat, hot water and AC. $675 + electric (301) 791-8141. MARKHAM, 1br apt on farm, sep. entr. new, 3 mis off I-66. all amities. WD DW FP: mtn views. $1000 mo mclud utils, no pets. (540)364-6261 c ^ 101 Open Houses V ) Culpeper - 409,900 Open house 12-5 pm Sun 1 22 872 Am bleside Dr Culpeper, redwood lakes. 2100 st rambler-MUST SEE 3 B R 2 B A 540-727 0544 PurcellvilleOPEN SAT 1-3 34281 Charles Town Pike Country Cottage Farmette on Rt. 9 Four bedrooms. 2 baths. 3 acres. Large barn garage www CRIS ws or call Vicky, Keller Wil hams. Leesburg. 703-669 3142 Fauquier Times-Democrat: Where the Readers Are! Call Today 540-347-4222 ALDIE FOR RENT Beautiful Single Family Homes, 4 Spacious Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths Colleen Baggetta 703/786-2247 RE/MAX Allegiance EOEiS Ashburn: Beatiful brand new 3BR. 2.5 BA . tin bmst. nr. golf course in Belmont. $ 1 , 9 9 5 / m o . 703-989-5026 703-909-9678 BEALETON Liberty Run 4 br. 2 full & 1/2 ba. 2 car garg, bonuses are morning & great rooms- Large kitchen Hdwds on main Ivl. $1895/ mo. Never lived in. Call for sale price or ask about rent to own option Jobin Realty 703-599-2765 CUTE 2/3 br house in Flint Hill $1100 mo. Ret s & sec dep req d. (540)364-0203 between 7am-9pm GAINESVILLE Parks at Piedmont. 4 br, 2 full & 1/2 ba. 2 car garg. bonuses are morning and greatrooms - Large kitchen. Finished bsmt. $1895/ mo. Never lived in. Call for sale price or rent to own option Jobin Realty 703-599-2765 HAYMARKET, 3BR, 1BA. Bsmt not mclud, W D. FP. conv to I-66 $1325 mo * sec dep. 703 819 5616. Huntly, 1999 cape cod. 4BR. 3BA. 22 acs. hdwd tls Avail Feb. $1950 mo » dep Mi chael 970 405-8975. 970 506 9090 Your Ad Could be HERE Call Today 347 4222 A S H B U R N ZERODOWN FREE COMPUTERIZED LIST OF HOMES MAILED TO YOU EVERY DAY Free Recorded Message 1-800-556-2820 ID#3043 OR www.ashburnhomeinfo.com Leesburg house on farm 3BR. 3BA . new kit/FR w/fpl, Ig dining/ living combo. Ofc/exer room. Potomac River views. $1995/mo. Refs. (703)777-1139 MIDDLEBURG, rental house on private farm off Atoka Rd, 3br, 1ba, newly painted, $1200/ mo. 703-418-6095. Rappahannock Co. •2BR/1.5BA cottage on Farm. $950/mo. •3BR/2BA home Lrg kiMmly room, basement, Ig lot mtn views. $1200/ mo Call Piedmont Property. (540)675-1675 Stop Renting. 5BR Foreclosure Only $18,500' For listings call 800-749-8168 ext 1278. THE PLAINS: Horse property 3BR. 3BA house. Also barn.otfice wbath. 2 fenced pad docks w run-ins $1950. (703)927-2392 \ Rentals — Rooms J Sterling Countryside M/F mature NS prof to share spacious renovated house $875 plus 1 2 util 703 421-8191 066 Rentals*— Shared Housing Leesburg: Rm for rent in non-smkg TH with prof, female. Small pets ok. $800/mo + utils. Call Laura 703-401-1313. Leesburg TH to share Female preferred to rent master BR that overlooks the bike trail $600/mo. all utils mcl plus cable TV & wireless high-speed internet access Prof cleaning service twice a month for an addtl. $50. Fully turn., if desired. Room includes walk-in closet & Ig. bathroom. Full kitchen/ laundry privileges. Very : private. No smoking. Pets a possibility. Avail. Feb. 1 (negotiable) 571-215-4143. LOvettsville: Basement w sunroom, new carpet. paint, priv. bath.poss pet MARC. $750 + dep. 540-822-4274 Rentals — Townhouse* V J Ashburn (Belmont Greene) 2 Ivl. 3 BR 2.5 BA. 2 car garage. W/D, FP. like new. 1st floor master BR $1950 301-537-6256. Gainesville (Somerset Crossing) New 3 Ivl, 3 BR. 2 5 BA. end unit garage. FP. W D. dec* $1795. 301-537-6256 Fauquier Times-Democrat ADS WORK Call 347-4222 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 OPEN HOUSE Sun. Jan 22th 1-4 pm 14265 Snickersville Rd . Gainesville Gated Piedmont Community 3 finished levels, brick front, walk to pool. 5 min. to #66 Owners have relocated - must sell this weekend1 $609,900 Mare Daniel, RE/MAX OLYMPIC (703) 753-2899 mare@paniccity.com / www.virginiahorsefarm.com '■'Stephens City $1,400, 3BR. 2.5BA. 1 car garg Haymarket $1,999. 4BR. 2.5BA fin bsmt. 2 car garg. hdwds 1st Ivl .'Bristow $2,650. 5+BR. 4.5BA. fin bsmt. 2 car garg. cul-de-sac •' Manassas $1.700. 3 BR 2.5 BA w 1 car garg Walk to VRE. brand new Centerville $1400. 2BR 2BA condo McLean $1.850 3 BR 2 BA luxury condo Dumfries $1,650 2 3 BR. 2 BA SFH 1 car garage Miller Properties 703-915-9498 millerpropertiesonline.com f077 V_ Rentals — Townhouses __ J MANASSAS Independence. Beautiful Never lived in. 3br.2'2 ba. many upgrades, breakfast room & family room off kitchen.deck backs to woods, 2 car garg, mins to VRE & 66. $1845 mo Jobin Realty 703-599-2765 Sterling- Lux. end unit TH, 2876 SF. 4 BR, 3.5 BA. LR. FR. rec rm. deck, Dulles Town Cntr. 703-444-0840 Classified Ads Work Call 347-4222 080 Rentals — Office EXECUTIVE Offices in Warrenton. 6 single rm offices, common conf rm, all town conveniences. quiet, utils meld, consultants or no traffic clients pref d 540-347-4154 or 540-347-1656 ( 090 \_ Vacation — A Rentals J BETHANY BEACH: Luxurious Bethany Beach Area Rental: 3BR. 2 5BA new and spacious single family home in sought after Bear Trap Village Backs to pond in quiet neighborhood Storybook community with pools, tennis, play ground and golf. Sleeps 8 $1600-$1900 week. Call 301-774-4025 vinthill FOR SALE OPEN HOUSE Sun, 1/22,1-4 pm 4163 Wirth Lane, Warrenton Va $624,000 4 bedrm 2.5 bath brand new woodbine on premium lot on cul-de-sac. Owners transferred before closing .... their loss is your gain, instant equity. Caution: this house is only for really nice, large families who enjoy one awesome community for the adults & kids! This investment is a winner! CALL Mare Daniel (703) 753-2899 mare@paniccity.com www.virginiahorsefarm.com ^ IB — 100 L. For Sale ' By Owner _J BEALETON, RAMBLER, 3BR. 2BA. culde-sac. 1 2ac, fenced yd. porch, work shed, hot tub $300K. '540-270-6677 Colonial 3br, 2.5 ba w attach garg. needs some cosmetic work. Ivy Hill sub. Warrenton. VA, close to shopping & hospital. $370K 540-937-3244 & Ive mess. Opal-Warrenton $359,900 3BR. 3B on 1 acre. Very clean. Many extras. See: WWW forsalebyowner com. #20577406. 540-341-2825 or 540-522-6686 r 100 V... For Sale By Owner "\ J Drlean/Marshall. 6 52 wooded acs partial drive. 4BR perk (540)364 1895 f 122 \_ \ Sales — Houses J 5BR Foreclosure. Only $18.500' Must sell1 For listings cail 800-749-81 68 ext R528. Lake Ot The Woods Premiere gated lake community Beautiful 4BR 2 5BA Fami'y room. FP deck over looking large lot Close to pool & park 294.900 w $3000 closing cost Call Dee Flood - Weichert Realtors 540-809-8680 1-800 256-2545 ' FULL SCOOP FARM" Equestrian Facility on 33.98 Acres Only 2 4 Miles off Route #17 South on Courtney's Corner Rd 20 Minutes to Warrenton. Culpeper Fredericksburg1 Gorgeous Level Pastures Bordered By Trees Offers 180'x60 Indoor Arena ' 72' x 34 Center Aisle 9-Stall Barn W Water' 37' x 34' Metai Barn w 4 Huge Foaling Stalls. Water & Hay Storage ' 2 - 12' x 16 Run-Ins in Two Separate Pastures ' 16 1 x 20" Older Tractor Barr Feed Barn ' Huge Pond Fabulous Property w Estate Entrance & Board Fence11 Blink ... And It's Gone! Quicker Than Hay Through A Horse! Call Mare Daniel, RE MAX OLYMPIC REALTY (703) 753-2899 (703) 624-6542 www.virginiahorsefanTi.com This Property Is For Immediate Sale for '$859,000 ‘ _ Offers Perfect Home Site, m Q Well & Septic System! Don’t forget the one you love this Valentine’s Day! 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UC. & Ins. • References Cells 540-683-6192 or 540-675-3633 Owner George Groves LAWN CARE Ronnie Dodson D&D Services 540-987-9350 Landscaping, Lawn Service, Bushhogging, Driveway Grading, Hauling & Mulch,Backhoe Services & Snow Removal, etc. r Mountain View Service ^ * Complete lawn care & landscaping • Exp. in all phases of design, installation & maintenance Satisfaction guaranteed il for estimates & references Janies Jenkins 251 Old jRoSow Rd, Sperryville, VA2274d . zEwmsso i MINI STORAGE 211 Mini Storage • various Sizes Available • Short & Long Term • Computerized Gate • Niaht Liahted Perfect For: Homeowners, Contractors, Retailers, & Businesses Call: 540-987-9032 or 540-229-2470 Located on RT 211 outside Washington, VA Visa, Mastercard, Auto Payment RESTAURANT THE COUNTRY CAFE Mon. - Sat. 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday: Closed Day of Rest 675-1066 Take out Available ROOFING Blue Ridge Roofing 540-631-0666 TV & APPLIANCE GREYSTONETV & APPLIANCE Sales & Service RCA Video Products Antennas & Satellite Systems Radio Shack Dealer, Kitchen Aid, Whirlpool & Roper Appliances U.S. Route 29, Madison (540)948-2200 WINDOWS & DOORS Europe's Finest Windows & Doors New & Replacement • custom Made • Wood, Aluminum-Clad, • Energy Efficient • Secure • Affordable Henselstonc Window & Door Systems 540 937-5796 — www.hens6lstone.com S_r To place an ad, please call Jeanne Cobert at 540 347-4222 and watch your business grow! 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Lake Of The Woods - Premire gated lake community. Golf course home. 3BR/2. 5BA, den, living room w/ FP, separate dining room, 3 decks and 2 car garage for 335,000. Dee Flood - Weichert Realtors 540-809-8680 or 1-800-256-2545 WINCHESTER: Single Family Home; Built 1997; 3 bedroom, 2 bath; New carpet & paint; $269,900. www.CRIS.ws or Call Vicky, Keller Williams/Leesburg, 703-669-3142. BUYING? SELLING? Times Community Newspapers Classified Has It! Call TODAY. 540-347-4222 or FAX 703- 349-8676 I Call Me * Today!! I Will Work for You!! 14+ acres in Madison County, $168,500 Bonnie Coffey 540-270-5362 Montague Miller J & Co. tat 20 Acres and Larger parcels, with Hardwoods, Streams, Just 3 miles from Historic Town and River, Great Retirement and Second Home. Less 2hr Beltway. LandinWV.com A reality check tor the owner who reduced price $25K, but says buyer paints! Chalet with 747 views, 900 sq ft media/family room, so you decide if it's worth a little paint. $365K. Nancy Heflin Stone Wall Realty 540-635-7717 TRUSTEE S SALE 1111 S. POES ROAD, FLINT HILL, VIRGINIA (Tax Map ID No. 15-15E) Default having been made in the terms of a certain Deed of Trust dated December 30, 2002, in the original principal amount of $154,673.90 and recorded in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of the County of Rappahannock, Virginia in Instrument No. 030000009, the undersigned Substitute Trustees, will sell at public auction on January 23, 2006, at 11:30 a.m., in front of the building housing the Rappahannock Circuit Court, 238 Gay Street, Washington, VA, the property designated as containing 25.11 acres according to a plat and survey described as "Being part of the Witold Kuncewicz tract” and more particularly described by metes and bounds in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. Sale is subject to all prior liens, easements, restrictions, covenants, and conditions. If any, of record, or other matters which would be disclosed by an accurate survey or inspection of the premises. TERMS: CASH. A deposit (in certified funds) of $15,400.00 or 10% of the sale price, whichever is lower, will be required of the successful bidder at time of sale and settlement to be made within 15 days. The successful bidder will be required to execute a Memorandum of Trustee's Sale, available for review on the Foreclosure Sales page of www. glasserlaw.com, outlining additional terms of sale and settlement. This is a communication from a debt collector. Glasser and Glasser, P.L.C., and/or Colchester Hunt Title & Escrow, Inc., Substitute Trustees, Crown Center Building, Suite 600, 580 East Main Street, Norfolk, VA 23510, File No. 54986, Tel: (757)321-6465. Between 10:00 a.m. & 12:00 noon only. 01/12/06, 01/19/06 858040 r 135 A Real Estate Fauquier County: •Former well lot on DC Side Warrenton i/2 ac $75K •5 acs, Marshall/ Orlean area. Wooded, expired conventional 4 BR perk $275K •3 acs, Marshall/ Warrenton area. Wooded site w conventional perk $229,900 Culpeper County: •Builder has 3 lots build to suit 2 acs valued @ $125K •4 acs at $150K & 10 acs at $200K Rappahnock Co: •27 acs in scenic country setting offered @ $425K •131 acs, 5 parcel,outstanding views & privacy $1, 650K Emily Henry Long & Foster 540 341 3520 Find Out What Your Home is Worth On-Line visit:www. VirginiaHomeValu. com Spring into Country! Only Linden can offer 3 acres of winter views & 2300 sq ft of living space for $280K New kitchen, wood floors, sassive solar & EZ access to I66. Call Nancy Heflin Stonewall Realty (540)635-7717 Waterfront private dock, 5 wooded acs, 3BR, 2BA, lovely views. 1 car garg + 3 car detached garg. 540-580-0022 Manufactured 144 * Custom Homes s-.'. • - y Nationwide Homes Authorized Builder wttimW, NATIONWIDE k ■ **-**•<>• «<i Buckte* ■ Norwood Construction,Inc. ^Modular Homes <=>Additions «Sunrooms <=>Commercial Buildings Owner CompletionProgram Class A License #270102219 540-788-4570 540-788-4100 <■ "—■ - Commercial ' 10W Rentals _ y WAREHOUSE SPACE AVAIL Remington For storage & cars. Contractors Welcome. Gated & secured. Ample parking. 540-439-6007 It took 6 YEARS to graduate. Find a job in about 6 MINUTES. Times Classified 347-4222 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY, VIRGINIA PURSUANT to Section 170-129 of the Rappahannock County Code and Section 15.2-2204 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, notice is hereby given that the Board of Supervisors for Rappahannock County, Virginia, will hold public hearings on Monday, February 6, 2006 at 7:00 PM in the Courthouse in Washington, Virginia, in order to consider the following applications: SE 05-12-02 Gary G. Harvey, owner of 79.5 acres in Hampton District located at 12567 Lee Highway (Tax Map 28, Parcel 48, zoned A' - Agricultural in the Jenkins Mountain Agricultural and Forestal District), desires a Special Exception permit to build a second dwelling on the property. Use allowed under Section 170-36A of the Rappahannock County Code. SE 05-12-03 Mountain Laurel Montessori School, contract purchaser of the property owned by Fred and Christine Moulton (35.46 acres, Tax Map 12, Parcel 49B, zoned A - Agricultural, Hampton District) known as Rock Haven Farm, 149 Bear Wallow Road, desire a Special Exception permit to operate a school for students, age 12-15 years, with a total enrollment of 30. Use allowed under Section 170-36B of the Rappahannock County Code; additional standards under Section 170-63B, C and E of the Code. A COPY of the foregoing applications are on file at the Zoning Office in Washington, Virginia, and are available for public inspection, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Said applications will be presented to the Rappahannock County Planning Commission at their regular meeting on Wednesday, January 18, 2006 at 7:30 PM at the Rappahannock County Courthouse for such recommendation as the Commission may wish to make pursuant to Section 170-55, if any. The above-named applicants, adjacent property owners, and any other parties desiring to be heard should be present at said meeting or should address their written comments to the Board of Supervisors, c/o P.O. Box 519, Washington, Virginia 22747, in advance thereof. BY: John W. McCarthy Zoning Administrator 01/05/06, 01/12/06, 01/19/06 846830 r ~ |00 Commercial Rtr Sale/Lease 8,050 SF Office/Flex Condo Pl)GIw/stnrage$l5aPSF; Lease $10. PSF Apply lease payment towards purchase. KI.NB 571-382-2061 224 Firewood ALL OAK SEASONED hardwood. Delivered $165/ full cord, Call 703-868-2524 or 703-897-0016. Seasoned firewood. $145/ cord. (540)987-8796 Wolff Farm & Landscaping Services LLC. Guaranteed Seasoned. Full & Multiple cords avail. $200/ cord. 540-338-9591 r~ 228 Furniture/ Appliances 2 matching beige wing chairs, fine cond $75 ea, (540)675-3122 BED-DOUBLE QUEEN PILLOWTOP SET $175 New in plastic w/ war. Can deliver. 703-378-8866 BEDROOM SET- Cherry Sleigh Bed, drsr, mir, chst, n-stnd $895. Can dlvr. 703-263-7888 FULL SIZE MATTRESS SET. New in plastic. $135. 703-263-7888 KING PILLOWTOP SET $270 in factory plastic w/ war. Can Dlvr. 703-378-8866 MOVING SALEM Mahog round kit tbl w/6 chrs, lawn equip, TIVO, patio fum, Ethan Allen love seat & chair, glass coffee & end tables, carpets, bar chrs, original oil paintings. Call 703-505-2902 WUt Mteeetan®** For Sale v._ ABERCROMBIE - Reversable Vest/ jacket. Black fleece on one side and green slick on other. Rarily worn & in great condition. $45 OBO. 703-405-2447 HOT TUB: Never used, still in wrapper, 31 jets, seats 6. Digital control, ozone, waterfall, lifetime warranty on shell. Retail $6500. Must sell $3700. Can deliver 571-237-9654 POOL TABLE- Never used, still in box. 8 ft. solid wood. 1.25 in. slate, accessories. Retail $5500 Must sell, $1595. 571-237-9654 /261 V_ _ Piano Wanted- Prefer giveaway. Good cond. Pis. call 703-430-8360. 262 Musical Instruments UPRIGHT PIANO: Story & Clark. Excellent condition. Call Judy (703)631-5425. Violin/Fiddie Piano Voice Guitar Lessons Drum & Strum (540)347-7484 ( ” 273 Pets V_ Boxer puppies, AKC, champion bloodline, shots, wormed, tails docked, dew claws removed, vet checked. Males available, fawn with both white and black masks. Born Aug. 2 $400. Call 304-279-8583 or check out our Web site http:/ /users.adeiphia.net/ -copelandsboxers/ Your AD Could BE HERE Call 347-4222 r 27 V_ * * F R E E * * PURE BRED 4 yr old male neutered Akita, good w/kids, dogs & cats. MUST SEE PHOTO, goodwin® myvabb.com 540-222-7463 STD POODLES blk M/F, 1yr, spyd/ntrd, trained. Very social/loving. $ 5 0 0 e a / n e g . 571-434-0079. FREE aged Horse Manure. 703-620-9323. Will help load with tractor. Free Black Gold! We turned over our muck pile and discovered Black Gold! Perfectly rotted, soft crumbly compost-mulch for your spring garden. Will load by tractor bucket for pick-up truck loads, or shovel your own for smaller quantities. Easy access, Flint HillOrlean area. Call for appointment. (540) 364-2929. FREE Hotpoint refrigerator. Computer desk. Black entertainment center. 703-961-1658 370 Financial/ , Mortgage : ATTN: RE Investors!!! Purchase or Refi LoansStated/No Ratio/No Doc 1-4 unit properties Mixed Use & apt bldgs.Some restrictions apply. Call: 888-345-1940 NOW! . . ---v 385 Lawn/Garden V___) Tree & Landscaping work. Winter rates. (540)987-8796 400 Adoption V- J Open Adoption: Loving couple wishes to adopt an infant. Medical/legal expenses paid. Let’s Talk! Call Alyssa and Patrick collect 410-276-2920. r 480 ABCUcanaaa Gay Street Inn, LLC trading as Gay Street Inn 160 Gay Street, Washington, Rapphannock County, Virignia, 22747 is applying to the VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL for a Bed & Breakfast license to sell or manufacture alcoholic beverages. Jay Ward Brown Member 01/12/06 01/19/06 860980 ADS WORK Call 540-347-4222 ( >1 Announcements V.___J COROLLA, NC VACATIONS Call us todaij k>r ijour 2006 Destioatioii Guide! cation on the Outer Bonks ol North Larolino! Oceuiroot to Souadlroat 2 to K) Bedroom Vacation Homes Private Pools and Hot Tola, Peti Welcome! Wonderful BeacW Book online at wwwLrindleijteackcom 1-877-642-3224 Its all about you at Brindley Beach! fOR STRUCTURED SETTIEMBITS, ANNUITIES and INSURANCE PAYOUTS (800) 794-7310 AG. Wentworth means CASH NOW for Structured Settlements! fKjtK Full Urn* J Employment V J Classified Ads Work Call 347-4222 RESTAURANT STAFF Fine ■ Dining experience required. The Ashby Inn & Restaurant paris VA 866-336-0099, 540-592-3900 Fax resume to: 540-592-3781 LINEMAN & LINEMAN TRAINEES to do telephone work in DC & NOVA. CDL req'd. Permanent work with plenty of OT. Good pay. To apply call: . Woodlawn Construction 800-296-3214. eoe. Accounting/Bookkeeper FT to support growing financial services firm in Washington, VA. Experienced bookkeeper with strong Quickbooks skills. AR, AP, bank reconciliations, general ledger and payroll. Strong interpersonal skills, organizational skills, multi-tasking and attention to detail. Fax resumes to: 540-675-3369 AUTOMOTIVE SALES We are in an immediate need for exp. sales personnel. Great compensation, facility, products, pay plan & all major benefits including 401K. Apply in person to: Ed Burton Rick Hunt Ford Dodge. Lee Highway, Warrenton (540)347-1234 MECHANICS Meadows Farms Landscape Dept, in Chantilly, VA has immediate openings for 2 mechanics to service our trucks and small equipment. Full time work Monday-Friday, starting up to $15 per hour depending upon experience, plus benefits including medical insurance and vacation. Call 703-327-5050 ext 200 to set up interview RECEPTIONIST Busy 3 physician office has an immediate requirement for a Receptionist. Must have excellent communication skills and be detail orientated. Benefits include health ins. & paid vacation, & 401K. Interested applicants should mail their resume to: Attn. HR, 428 Hospital Dr, Warrenton, VA 20186 or fax to: 540-349-4401 CNA/LPN Busy Medical Practice with an upbeat office and an excellent team, hasan immediate requirement for a FT, CNA/LPN. Benefits include health insurance and paid vacations & holidays, 401K, profit sharing. Interested candidates should fax their resume to: (540) 349-4401 Attn: HR Whether you just need extra money for those post-holiday billsor are seeking a new & rewarding position in 2006, MidAtlantic Home Health is looking for you! Immediate openings for RNs, LPNs, CNAs, PTs & OTs FT & PT Openings for Private Duty - Flexible-Schedule - all shifts As well as Per Diem visits Please call 800-989-0055 or fax /e-mail your resume to 877-368-7528, Mclark@mahhni.com Oasis CD Manufacturing Sperryville, VA Graphics Technician & Graphics Coordinator Full -Time Technician - Requires knowledge and familiarity of MAC and PC operating systems. Graphic file processing knowledge along with printing industry experience preferred. Requires acute attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Coordinator - Schedules projects and has quality control responsibilities. Requires Macintosh and PC platform experience along with ability to multi-task and organize workload. In-depth graphics knowledge not required. Requires acute attention to detail and excellent communication skills. Please email or fax resume AND cover letter to employeesearch@oasiscd.com or FAX to (540) 987-8812. No phone calls accepted. Oasis provides medical, dental, disability, life insurance, & retirement. "—I CENTUM Y SALES-Account Manager We will provide you with a six month training program. No experience necessary but a background in manufacturing and/or construction will receive preference. We have several openings to fill. You must be dependable, people-oriented, reliable and able to work indpendently. Starting salary based on experience, plus commission after one year. We offer medical/dental/life, 401k, paid holidays, vacation and paid time off. Please fax your resume to: Century Stair Company 703-753-3905. Pre-employment drug screening Is required. EOE. r -M- FuJITbm employment V « J r 545 Full Time Employment r 545 Full Time Employment ^BloomsUSA Earn $20.00/hour! BloomsUSA needs Temporary Valentines Help to handle in-bound calls for floral orders nationwide. February 10-14. Operating hours are 7am-midnight. If you have average typing skills and a clear phone voice - We want you! Stop by M-F 9am-4pm and fill out an application. BloomsUSA 15405 John Marshall Hwy Haymarket, VA 20169 ✓ k BloomsUSA Professional Opportunity with fast growing national floral marketing company. Director of On-Line Media & Partnerships Seek out and lead development of on-line media relationships. Lead search optimization, paid placements, and banner buys. Create advertising campaigns, including email marketing programs, special promotions, and manage development of banners. For great pay & benefits, mail resume to BloomsUSA, Attn: Human Resources, 15405 John Marshall Hwy, Haymarket VA 20169; or fax to (703) 754-6470; or e-mail to HR@BloomsUSA.com Why commute? Work close to home! Earn $40,000 - $50,000 a year! Sales Reps needed for national floral company to Other opportunities available in: Customer Service & Operations Earn $8-$12 / hour plus bonus Enjoy great pay & benefits! For more information call our Job Hotline at (571) 261 -2200, To apply email a resume to HR@BloomUSA.com. or stop by any day during daylight hours for an application at 15405 John Marshall Highway Haymarket, VA handle in-bound sales calls. k BloomsUSA Why commute? Work close to home! Sales Team Manager needed for national floral company. Responsible for daily management, motivation & success of sales team handling in-bound sales calls. For great pay and benefits, Mail resume to BloomslISA, Attn: Human Resources, 15405 John Marshall Highway; Haymarket, VA 20169 or fax to (703) 754-6470; or e-mail to HR@BloomsUSA.com Be a member of our winning crew. AirTran Airways 1$ the place for Customer Service/Ramp Agents and Flight Attendants: Informational Sessions for Washington—Dulles International Airport and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Here are |ust a few of the great benefits of being an AirTran Airways Crew Member • Free travel • Full benefits • An environment that values pride teamwork and innovation To learn more about AirTran Airways and what we have to otter visit airtranjobs.com Please complete an online application Bilingual applicants welcome. flight Attendants 9.00am and 4 00pm. Sharp Customer Service/Ramp Agents. ? 00pm, Sharp Thursday. January 19. 2006 Holiday Inn Select (Chantilly-Dulles Expo) 4335 Chantilly Shopping Centei Chantilly. VA 20151 Business attire required Bung a va'id Driver s license limited seating Doors open 30 minutes prior to session start SYSTEMS ENGINEER FAUQUIER HOSPITAL Advanced Care Close at Hand Want technical challenges but don't want to drive two hours to get to them? Would you look to spend your days where you choose to live your life? Take a closer look at Fauquier Hospital; we offer the latest in Information Technology and a competitive package to make working in Fauquier County not only convenient, but rewarding. We are currently seeking a talented, dedicated individual to fill fhe position of Sysfems Engineer. Experience with SAN technology, Citrix, Exchange, Windows Server 2003 required Fauquier Hospital provides an excellent benefits package, competitive pay, and the best cafeteria around! Please visit www. fauquierhospital.org to submit your application or send your resume in confidence to: Fauquier Hospital ATTN: Human Resources 500 Hospital Drive Warrenton, VA 20186 540-341-0823 (Fax) E.O.E.

IAPAC Atlantic, Inc. in Stephenson, IVA is now accepting applications for I the following positions: Experienced Asphalt personnel including: Distributor Operators, Paver Operators, Roller Operators, Shuttle Buggy Operators, Lute Men and Laborers. Company Benefits Include: Health, | Dental, Life, 401k, and Pension APAC-Atlantic, Inc. 2786 Martinsburg Pike I Stephenson, VA 22656 • 1-800-239-90741 FARM APPRENTICE Must be experienced in farm equipment, operations and pasture care. Also experience preferred in mowing, and mechanical abilities. Green card and own transportation required. Call John 6-9 pm 540-349-4608 Merry Oak Farm The Plains, VA Times Community Newspapers, an award winning community newspaper with offices in Fairfax, Loudoun, Fauquier, Clarke and Rappahannock Counties has immedicate openings for the following positions: Personnel & Payroll Administrator Full-Time - Dulles Office Duties: Electronically import hours from time clocks, payroll processing, disbursement of checks, processing of garnishments, health, dental, life and disability insurance. Calculates and pays commissions/bonuses when due. Recruitment and orientation. Places ads to fill staff vacancies. Qualifications: Previious payroll and HR experience or accounting experience helpful. Excellent attention to detail and working knowledge of computers, especially Excel. Accounts Receivable Specialist Full-Time - Dulles Office Duties: Billing of receivables, oversight maintenance of all customer accounts. Responsible for invoicing all ads weekly. Balance receivables monthly before issuing of statements, generating monthly statements and ensuring they are issued no latter than the 3rd day of each month. Oversees accurate cash application. Cash and credit card payments will be posted to customers accounts daily. Makes certain that trade account balances are kept posted and up to date. Sees that all customer research, billing questions and inquiries have been followed through to completion. Qualifications: High school diploma and course work in accounting/computer systems. Three years minimum A/R experience, solid knowledge of A/R and general ledger accounting, excellent computer knowledge and skills, preferably in database and spreadsheet programs. If interested in either of the above positions, please email your resume to accounting@timespapers.com Business Manager Full-Time - Fairfax Office Duties: Responsible for all aspects of office management to include personnel, benefits, departmental financial budgets and liaison between other offices and HQ. Excellent organization and proficient computer skills. Supervisory and customer service/PR experience required. Qualifications: Personnel administration, accounting and newspaper experience required. Local resident preferred. If interested in the above position please email your resume to bnorrisQ timespapers. com Office Manager Full Time - Clarke Times Office Duties: Responsible for all aspects of office management to include customer relations, building safety and security, financial management, and personnel administration. Excellent organizational skills, proficient computer skills, and customer service/PR skills required. Job also includes editorial tasks on an as needed basis. Qualifications: Personnel administration, accounting experience and newspaper experience. Local resident preferred. Special Classified Advertising Consultant Full-Time - Loudoun and Fairfax Office Duties: Works directly with the Display Ad Managers to carefully organize and sell classified ad sales to special business groups throughout the company's circulation area. Manages special business account sales under authority of the Classified Manager. Maintains account information in AIMS. Follows up on all leads assigned and submits a written status report as required by Ad Manager. Has fully lead and managed all classified directories for all Times Community Newspapers, including Business & Professional, Medical, Best of Dining Out Directory, Farm & Horse and Church directories. Qualifications: Candidate must have related experience; be computer literate, and have excellent customer service skills. Outside Recruitment Advertising Consultant Full-Time - Loudoun/Fairfax Office Duties: Build agency and recruitment display revenue by means of a professional positive telephone, email and personal sales program. Qualifications: Three to five years sales experience, excellent customer service skills, superb oral and written communication skills. If interested in any of the above positions please email your resume to mcourtney@timespapers.com Junior Display Ad Sales Consultant Full-Time - Openings in Fairfax, Fauquier and Loudoun Offices Duties: Completion of orientation training and demonstration of over-all knowledge of the company. Completion of both office and field system training with Advertising Consultants, advertising management, production staff and other training resources provided. Show a mastery of the company product and service information. Demonstrate ability to organize sales materials and present them in a professional manner through the use of good sales skills. Learns to conduct a needs analysis for advertiser and design advertising programs on an annual, semi-annual or quarterly basis based on client needs. Understands concept of ROI and managing customer expectations. Qualifications: Candidate must be organized, motivated, detail oriented, dependable and have superior customer service If interested in the Fairfax position, please email your resume to rfelton@ tlmespapers. com If Interested in Fauquier position, please email your resume to psymington® timespapers.com. If Interested in Loudoun position, please email your resume to cfields® tlmespapers. com. Level 1 Paginator Full-Time - Loudoun Office Duties: To recreate newspaper pages from dummies provided by editors in the QuarkXPress program, to see that all the production deadlines are timely met and that the highest quality is maintained in all pages produced. Qualifications: Strong pagination skills, proficiency in PC/MAC knowledge and use of QuarkXPress and Acrobat. If Interested in the above position please email your resume to sconroy@ timespapers. com Fairfax Circulation Distribution Manager Full-Time Duties: Hands-on distribution of papers from Gannett dock to TCN trucks & carriers, inter-office distribution of newspapers, collecting money from coin boxes in Fairfax and service checks on single copy locations & boxes, maintaining Fairfax Archives and assisting Circulation Mgr. as needed. Qualifications: Basic computer skills, good driving record, excellent organizational skills and communicate well on phone & in-person. NEWSPAPER CARRIERS WANTED!!! Carriers needed for home delivery in Leesburg & Western Loudoun County. If interested in the above positions please email your resume to rsauer@ timespapers. com Times Community Newspapers offers it's employees health, dental, 401k and vacation. EOE/M/F/D/V. Resumes may also be faxed to 703-435-9754. Please specify position when applying. dime* j Community Newspapers northern Virginia 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 Barbers & Salon Stylists Competitive Pay Health/Dental Ins. Paid Vaca & Hldys 401K/Profit Share Uniforms Call Mark 540-272-7544 Darrell 703-929-2283 mjtm Futl Time • gj t tmpioynwm V '-, :; - .-, ;■ '. 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 Wanted. Must have one year exp and good driving record. Exc. pay & benes.703-926-7376 For Your Employment Needs call Times Community Newspapers Call 347-4222 COMMUNICATIONS Installers wanted tor telephone, internet and cable TV. Work available in Fairfax and Prince William counties. Must have PU truck or van. Please call for best offer: 703-503-8593 MECHANIC Construction equipment dealership has openings for field techs in NOVA area. Great pay & benefits, paid vacation etc. Fax resume to: 703-393-7844 or call: 703-393-7344 ESTIMATOR Experienced in earth work and utility take-offs. Fauquier based company. Salary & benefits negotiable. Fax resume to: 540-439-0128 Framers Lead & Helpers for Northern VA construction company. (540)270-9680 HOUSEKEEPING PT, Fridays Call (540)675-3122 Installers FT, all positions. Will train. Insulation/ Fireplaces/ Garage Doors/After Paint. Must have valid VA driver's license. Drug free environment. EOE Apply in person: 15488 Montanus Or, Ste A, Culpeper, VA (540)829-9999 Your Ad Could be HERE Call Today 347-4222 American Residential Services, LLC A Service Master Co. We are looking for experienced service technicians to join our winning, growing team based in Manassas, Va. We are the largest residential HVAC service company in Northern Virginia. We service Arlington to Winchester, Loudoun to Charlottesville, and everywhere in between. Technical expertise, good customer relationship skillsrequired. Satisfactory DMV record and background check - required. We drug test. Work close to home, year round with top pay. We offer excellent benefits and 401K after 90 days. Up to a $2000 sign on bonus for the right person. Contact Lisa Booth for more information Ph 703-366-2352 fax resume 703-366-2479 or email LBooth@ars.com We are also looking for customer service representatives! AA EOE M/F/V/D CASE MANAGER SPECIALIST #187-29-129 FT in Culpeper. Providing support to Case Managers; preparing appropriate intake forms; transporting clients; assisting in individual service plan preparation; preparing and maintaining files and records. High School Diploma or GED required some experience working with developmentally disabled or mentally ill clients required. $22,679.92 p/yr. RAPPAHANNOCK RAPIDAN m COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD CLINICIAN, Suicide Prevention #705-29-128 Full-time position under a newly awarded grant. Work will focus on developing programs & services relating to teen suicide prevention, to include assessment & evaluation of prevention efforts. Masters degree required. Grant period: 3 years. $33,508.53 p/yr Apply with RRCSB/AAA application by 8:30am, Monday, January 30,2006, HR, P.O. Box 1568, Culpeper, VA 22701. (540) 825-3100TDD: (540)825-7391 EEO/AA Kjennings@rrcsb.org Full-Time: Starting at $27,371 per year Plus Benefits Part-Time: Starting at $13.12 per hour Plus Benefits (Includes 15.98% locality pay) Monday, Jan 9ih VhC Fairfax 13135 Lee Jackson Memorial Hwy. Suite 340 Fairfax. VA 22033 10am - 3|yn TSA Job Fair Wednesday, Jan 11th VhC Alexandria 5520 Cherokee Ave Alcxandna, VA l()an» - 3pm Friday, Jan 13th Sktllsourec Fairfax 12011 Government Center Pkwy Suite 246E Fairfax. VA lOoin 3pm Minimum Requirements: U S. Citizenship or U S. National • High school diploma. GED or equivalent, or one year of security or aviation screening experience • English proficiency • Prc-employ merit medical evaluation • Pass a background/credil check Please apply online at: http://tsacareers.recriiitsoft.com 1-800-887-1895 • TTY: 1-800-887-5506 / WW'a Transportation Security Administration TSA is an Fxjual Opportunity F.mpkiycr. Advertising National Account Manager Veteran sales person w/strong newspaper track record w/national-based & large regional major accounts has opportunity to fill rare opening on dynamic sales team of Washington’s highly successful community newspaper network of 98 newspapers/1.3 million total circulation. Solid client base + active business development. Position reports to the president. Top earnings potential. Excellent benefits. Qualified applicants may send confidential resume & salary req’s to Terry Andersson: Washington Suburban Press Network 1760 Reston Pkwy, Ste 403 Reston, VA 20190 fax 703-904-1009 or tandersson@wspnet.com Washington Suburban Pri Network Maintenance Person PT. Small apt. complex in Warrenton area. Must have own transportation. Mon-Fri. 540-249-0341 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! Plumber Residential restoration work in unoccupied homes. John (703)675-6594 retail STEEL SALES Looking for energetic person to learn the business. Knowledge of steel or building materials helpful but not necessary.Great benefits. 703-368-3193 SATELLITE INSTALLATION TECHNICIANS $40K-$60K MasTec-Advanced Technologies has immediate openings in Winchester & Chantilly. Industry related exp & valid lie. Read. Exc. benefits. Fax or email resumes: 214-483-5127, atjobs@ mastec.com, or apply online www.mastec.com. Must reference job code #2349. Call 800-532-4991 for more details Stock Transfer Specialist Looking for a person who has a Business or Financial background for a Stock Transfer Agency. 40 Hours a week. Medical/ Dental Benifits. In Washington VA Fax resume to: Laurel Poffenroth @ 540-675-3281 TRAVEL AGENTS Carlson Wagonlit Travel has immediate openings in their Ft. Belvoir and Arlington offices. 3-5 . yrs experience. Fax resume to 703-799-9284 or Eml: vrufenacht@ carlson.com. EOE. WAIT STAFF PT, Mon - Sat. The Country Cafe (540)675-1066 ADS WORK Call 540-347-4222 jmmm _. F '* * f: l i «ooJ|f2^* .... __ 1950 Ferguson TO 20 Tractor - New tires, runs good. $1600. (703)777-6471 01 CHRYSLER PT Cruiser, red. excel cond, 78K mis, $9,000/ obo. Call Mary: 540-349-1122 1986 VW Golf diesel, 40-45 MPG, 200 K miles, excel, drive train. $ 7 9 5 (703)573-3746 2005 Mercedes E500 4Matic, 12 K miles, like new. Silver & black. Must Sell I Call John 703-346-6226 $500. Police impounds! Honda's, Chevy's, Toyota's, etc. from $500. For listings 800-749-8167 ext 2416 75 TRIUMP TR6, 2dr conv, yellow/bk int, restored, looks & runs grt, 75K mis, $15,500/ obo 540-439-3599 87 Ford Taurus GL wagon, 6cyl, auto, 178k mi, pwr, cass, VA emiss/insp, no rust. AC heeds rechrg. $1000/ obo. 540-454-3608. 92 HONDA Accord EX 2 dr coupe, blk / tan, 148K mis, fully loaded. $2600. 703-867-3678 '94 BMW 318IS, 2 dr coupe, red / tan, great cond, $3800/obo 703-867-3678 94 MAZDA PROTOGE, LX: 107k, p/w, p/m, a/c, am/fm cass. Runs well. $1800/OBO. Call 703-542-8367. '96 Saab 900ES, blk/ beige Ithr, 149K mis, shiny paint, great mech cond, loaded $3000/ obo. 703-489-0934 97 HONDA CIVIC DX: Very clean. New tires, CD. 101k mi. $4000 obo. (703)444-6595 '98 CHEVY Lumina 4dr, A/C, cruise, CD, Alloy wheels, very clean, $4495. (540)364-9432 '98 Subaru Forester S, Blk/Gray, 114K mis, top phys / mechanical cond, runs new, loaded $6,900. 703-489-0934 98 VW PASSAT GLS: 5 spd. Top mechanical cond, sunroof, Ithr seats, 90k mi. $5700. (703)726-8767 CORVETTES WANTED, any year, any condition, cash buyer. (800)369-6148 Dodge Intrepid '96, 128K (hwy), AT, all pwr, am/fm cass, good cond. $2000. (540)341-1826 FORD 500, 2005, 20K MLS, great car fully loaded, white, tan Ithr, AWD, great gas mlg, $25K, (540)364-4513 FORD Thunderbird, 02, yellow. 22,700 mi., V8. $24,500. Always garaged. Tom, 571333-7373. LINCOLN Continental '97 Runs & looks great. Loaded. 98K mis. Pearl. $4700/ OBO. 703-729-6264 Mercedes '84, 500 SEL, runs good, 320K mis, needs repairs to heater & air. $1500/080 (540)364-1913 Plymouth 95 Neon: gray, ps, 140K, good running cond, $1395/ bo 703-444-2971 or 703-737-8747 610 Jeeps ■ 96 INFINITI Q45 95K mis. Silver, black Ithr, 4.5L V8. Excl cond. New tires. $7500. Call 703-709-1446 Jeep 2005 Grand Cherokee limited, 4x4, only 8500 mis, 5.7L Hemi, MDS V8, 5sp AT, stone wht/tan Ithr, loaded with every opt. $ 2 7,5 0 0. (540)937-2816 Fauquier Times-Democrat ADS WORK Call 347-4222 Health Cure Clinical Staff RN/LPN/CMA FT, Warrenton/ Culpeper Excellent benefits. Nephrology Internal Medicine Fax resume 540-347-7152 r It took 6 YEARS to graduate. Find a job in about 6 MINUTES. Times Classified 347-4222 PHLEBOTOMISTS Alexandria, Fairfax, Falls Church, Herndon, Leesburg, Manassas, Reston, Springfield, & Sterling Quest Diagnostic seeks candidates with a minimum ot one year on-the-job phlebotomy experience servicing a pediatric/adult/ geriatric patient popluation, HS diploma & good keyboarding/data entry skills re3uired. Strong customer service skills also esired. Medical training and a working knowledge of medical terminology preferred. We offer competitive benefits including generous vacation time, goal sharing and shift differential. Please forward your resume for consideration to: Quest Diagnotics, Attn: HR, 1901 Sulphur Spring Rd., Baltimore, MD 21227, Ph: 1-800-522-9235. ext. 1447, Fax: 410-536-1667, email: BalHrResumes@ questdiagnostic.com Quest Diagnostics Incorporated has been proudly recognized as a ' Best Place to work" in NJ, TX. NY, OH, Mid-East PA and AZ and our employees throughout the U.S. would agree. Find out more about joining our outstanding team at www.questdiagnostic.com. EOE WINNEBAGO, OS class C, $68,500. health forces sale, also, ;04 tow equip Saturn. (703)869-8232. '03 HD Road King: 100yr mod, blk & chrome. $17,500. Screaming Eagle pipes, gar, many extras. (703)502-0007 -- Sport Utility llhhhltfli : /J; . , „ .1 ...Jj '00 DODGE Durange, 4x4 SLT, V8, gray, 3rd row seat, Ithr, run boards, 88K mis, $9,500. 540-219-9866 '00 Toyota 4 Runner LTD: 4wd, tow pkg, sunrf. Excel cond. 86k mi. $15k. Warranty. L'burg. (703)508-5568 00 TOYOTA LAND CRUSIER, 68K mis, black / tan, beautiful fully loaded. $24,950/ obo. (540)219-9900 '01 Ford Explorer LTD: V8, 5 Liter, AWD, 1 Owner, clean, 59K mi, teal w/tan Ithr, dual power seats, cruise, tilt whl, prkg sensors, tow pkg, moon roof, +++. (540)554-2441 0 3 Chevy Trailblazer.exe. cond, 53K mis, 6-Cyl, AT, 4WD, all pwr, OnStar, Tow Pkg, Lthr, PremSnd. Ask $15K. 540-347-9191, Cindy 04 HONDA PILOT EXL, 34K mis, silver, lthr, excel cond, $24,500/obo. (540)428-2273 2000 Durango SLT 4X4, Black w/ grey leather exc. cond. 112K $8995 OBO 301-370-0772 www.eadlister.com #B33CF 93 Jeep Grand Cherokee LTD. Great shape. 137K mis. Snrf, lthr, pwr. S4900/OBO. Call 703-608-8583 '97 EXPLORER XLT, V8, AWD, 78K mis, grn, lthr, alloy wls.tow pack, good cond, Clean, $6900. (540)349-8258 FORD ESCAPE, 04, XLT, 4x4, 46K mis, lthr, moonroof, 6 disc cd, white/black, $14,000. (540)439-4381 Jeep 02 Liberty limited: 4x4, V6, AT, loaded, lthr, alloys, black ext. 96K mi, $11,500/060 (540)338-1651 (C)703380-9005 Jeep '97 .Grand Cherokee Laredo, AT, 4x4, 177K mis, all pwr, needs work, $2K OBO. (540)341-2818 Must Sell Exc cond: 04 Tahoe, 11k mi. Reduced $25.3k/obo. '00 Lexus RX 300, $19k/ obo. (703)477-9237. TOYOTA 4RUN 98 limit. V6, load, WHT, new brakes. Excel cond. $9,500 540-347- 4911 / 561-687-1415 02 Toyota Tacoma: Reg cab, 5 spd, 4 cyl, 2WD, 44k mi. AC, bdlnr, tool box, new tires. Sharp! $9800. 703-475-9827. 04 FORD F350, dually lariat, 4x4,diesel, 28K mis, green / tan, brand new, $33,000/obo. (540)219-9900 '97 f350 Crew white 4X4, 7.3 Diesel, 8ft bed w/liner. Low miles. Exc Cond. 540-270-6520 b-4 8pm. $15,5QO/OBO FORD 01, F150 XL, super cab, 4dr, 4x4, 4.6L V8, 5sp, 61K mis, nice truck, $10,500. (540)825-5685 TOYOTA TUNDRA, 00, 6 cyl, 3SK mis, AC. great economy truck, excel cond, $9500 540-788-3145 00 TOYOTA SIENNA LE, 93K mis, blue, CD, AC, DVD/VCR TV, very good cond, $10K/obo. (540)349-1042 '98 ford windstar gl: 3.8, V6, ABS, 4 bucket seats, tow pack, track cntrl, ac. $5000. 90k mi. 703-266-1261 Dodge, 00 Grand Caravan, 77K, White, tint windows, Exc. cond. $6500. 703-606-0517. FORD, 1994 Aerostar XL. fair cond., dual zone A/C, cass., 156K mi., $1 400/obo (703)648-3223. With 18 Newspapers In Our Times Community Newspapers Group, We’ve Got Northern Virginia Wrapped up! Call 347-4222 or FAX 349-8676