Rappahannock News, March 23, 2006

* T* "V ' T'-TT - "P £ Rdppdfuinnock County’s Family NewspaperSince 1877 128th Year ... No. 12 Phone (540)675-3338 THURSDAY, MARCH 23, 2006 Worldwide at timescommunity.com 50 cents ‘I can’t believe I’m doing this’ By Anita L. Sherman Rappahannock News Staff Writer Shelly and Greg Dodson are advocates. Their only child, Sidney, was bom with cerebral palsy and their lives both as individuals and as a family have been down a path many would not walk. Sidney will be 7-years-old in May and for all of those years, her parents have focused on only one thing - that Sidney have as close to a normal life as possible. For Sidney, that could be feeding herself, going to the bathroom, holding objects, sitting upright and for brief periods - perhaps even riding a bicycle. Recently Sidney and her parents spent time in Georgia at Sunshine Therapy where Sidney got plenty of one-on-one attention that included a bicycle ride. “We believe in her,” said Greg Dodson who is on the verge of selling their family home. “We’re planning to move onto this farm where we’ll be able to provide for Sidney and still have a place to live,” added Dodson who is totally focused on his “little girl.” “She’s mainstreamed,” smiled an ebullient Shelly Dodson who said that Sidney attends the first grade at Rappahannock County Elementary School. “She’s probably smarter than the two of use combined,” laughed the two parents together as they described how quick a mind Sidney has. “Many children who have cerebral palsy also have some mental problems,” ' said Greg Dodson, “but in Sidney’s case, she’s got an active mind but it’s trapped in an infant’s body.” Last year, the Dodson’s took Sidney to Poland where she worn a special suit that helped her but this recent trip to Georgia proved far more satisfying for everybody - but at a cost. At a price tag of roughly $12,000 for their three-week stay, the center recommends that Sidney go four times a year. “We just can’t do that,” sighed Shelly Dodson, “but we are hopeful we can return in October. She’s met a friend there, Emily, and would like to see her again.” For Sidney and her parents it was well worth it. They’ve come back with training books and a rigorous exercise routine that includes two hours a day and 60 situps each night for Sidney. It takes both parents to help her with the exercises which will gradually build up and retrain her muscles. “She’s learning to navigate on her own,” said a teary-eyed Shelly Dodson. The Dodsons admit that all of this has been a strain on them personally and as a couple but it has given them a unique perspective on life. , “When you see the progress, you have hope,” said Greg Dodson. “Hope that she’ll have the best life that we can give her.” “We wouldn’t have gotten this far if it weren’t for the generous support of this community,” said Shelly Dodson. “They have been with us since the beginning.” On April 1, there will be a fundraiser for Sidney Dodson held at the Flint Hill Fire Department. All proceeds will benefit the Sidney Dodson Cerebral Palsy Fund. If you aren’t able to come and would like to help, send your tax deductible contribution to Project Rainbow/Sidney Dodson CP Fund, P.O. Box 343, Flint Hill, Virginia 22627. Photo by Shelly Dodson ALL SMILES: Six-year-old Sidney Dodson got lots of help with this effort but the ride was worth it. Photos by Jed Duvall CHAPPELL’S CORNER: Superintendent of Schools Or. Robert Chappell heard from only parent at Tuesday’s public hearing on the proposed budget. APPROVAL RATING: Amissville resident Lorinda Bosch is happy with the school system and particularly the Governor’s School. “Our whole community will benefit if the public school participates in the regional Governor’s School.” School Board tightens belts By Jed Duvall Special to the Rappahannock News The Rappahannock County School Board tightened their belts at their March 21 public hearing. They passed a budget seeking a smaller increase in spending than just about any public school board in Virginia. The five members of the Rappahannock County School Board looked out at a sparselyattended public hearing on the budget— nine adults and two small children in the audience — and voted unanimously to ask for nearly $8,000,000 in county funds. With expectations of more than $3,000,000 from the Commonwealth, plus monies from federal agencies and other sources, the bottom line became $11,732,992. The requested increase in spending is figured at 4.69 percent, one of the lowest increases anywhere across the Meetings & Notices • The Town of Washington’s Planning Commission will meet on March 27, at 7:30 p.m. at Town Hall. They will be considering recommendations to the Town Council on an ordinance to amend various sections of Article 1 and Article 5 of the Zoning Ordinance of the Town of Washington to create a governmental services district and establish development standards, • Immediately following the Planning Commission meeting there will be a joint meeting of the Planning Commission and the ARB to continue the review of the draft historic District Ordinance. 61 0370U " 23U5U ""2 Rappahannock News P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747 (540) 675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) ' state, according to Superintendent of Schools Dr. Robert Chappell. The small increase reflects a lower than expected increase in Anthem health insurance premiums for the school system, saving the schools around $100,000. Board Member Aline Johnson (Piedmont) offered that “we want the public to know this is a needs budget, not a wish list.” Lorinda Bosch of Amissville, a parent who said she is very happy with Rappahannock schools, was one of just two members of the public to rise and speak. She said, “we need to support the regional Governor’s School . . .1 would like to imagine that the Governor’s School may even serve as a model for the future of Rappahannock County High School.” She added, “I’d hate to see Rappahannock County left behind”. Board Member Ken Marlor (Stonewall-Hawthome) echoed praise for the Governor’s School program, in which students work with professionals in many fields to address genuine community problems. Marlor noted that Rappahannock can send only four students, saying “I just wish we could send twelve.” The only other speaker from the public ranks was Kathryn Treanor, See BOARD, Page A2 Photo by Jed Duvall Treanor thankful Band booster president Kathryn Treanor spoke at Tuesday’s School Board meeting thanking school officials for their support of the school’s music program. The goal of reaching $15,000 to purchase new band uniforms is fast becoming a reality with only $2,000 left to reach their goal. Contributions continue to come in and all involved with this effort are optimistic that the goal will be reached. Newsmaker Preserving peregrines Biologist Rolf Gubler will be kicking off a series sponsored by the Biodiversity Task Force that focuses on wildlife. See Page A7. 4 Flying Lessons Steven Kenny is having an exhibit at the Middle Street Gallery where some of his new works will be featured. See Page B1. Battle of the Rush Writer Monty Tayloe gives his take on the wastewater issue that has folks choosing sides. See Page A5. I Let’s play ball Baseball and softball are in full swing as the spring sports season winds up at Rappahannock high school. See Page A6. 'i

Police Briefs A sticky morning March 17: Early Friday morning, staff at Rappahannock County High School arriving for work discovered a sticky situation. Sometime between the closing of RCHS Thursday night and 6:00 a.m. Friday morning, someone had put super glue in the locks of almost every interior lock in the school. The glue made it impossible for teachers to enter their classroom or administrators to enter their offices. “If whoever did it thought of it as a prank, it was not a very good prank,” said RCHS Principal Roger Mello. If the goal of the culprits was to delay or cancel classes at RCHS, it was also a failed prank. After trying several solvents without success, the RCHS custodial staff started using propane torches on the locks, melting the glue. By the time students arrived at school, most of the locks were open, and no classes were delayed as a result of the incident. However, the extra man-hours needed to effect the quick repairs are going to cost the Rappahannock County School system, and it is likely that heating the locks could have caused long term damage that will come out of the r school budget later. “That’s not a prank, that’s vandalism,” said Captain Jeff Brown of the Rappahannock County Sheriff’s Office. Brown is the RCSO’s representative at RCHS, and is investigating the incident. According to sources at the school, there was no sign of forced entry, and some have speculated that the culprits hid in the school Thursday evening until all staff had left. Crash diet At almost 1:00 a.m. Saturday morning, the Thornton River Grill hosted an unexpected customer, allegedly a 1990 Mazda Protege belonging toLawrence Nash of Sperryville. Nash’s vehicle was driving through Sperryville on 522 when Nash, 35, allegedly ran off the right side of the road and collided with the front of the Thornton River Grill, which was closed. Nash went home, and Grille owner Andy Thompson and the Virginia State Police were informed of the accident the next day. Trooper KerriAnne Corbett charged Nash with Reckless Driving. Thompson estimates the damage to the Grille at “no more than $1,500.” The damage to the building did not effect the operation of the restaurant. 1 Correction In a March 16 article entitled ‘Taster’s Choice,” the Rappahannock News quoted John Pearson of The Flint Hill Public House as saying that his restaurant offered wines from Gadino cellars. This was incorrect. Pearson does sell wine from Rappahannock wineries, including The Grey Ghost Vineyard, but does not yet offer Gadino, although he would like to clarify that this is through no fault of Gadino. “I want to carry Gadino’s wines. I have heard good reports, however I haven’t had a chance to visit them yet as they are closed on the only day of the week I can visit wineries, Wednesday,” Pearson explained to the Rappahannock News. OFFICIAL CALL Mass Meeting of the Rappahannock County Republican Party As Chairman of the Rappahannock County Committee of the Republican Party, and pursuant to the Plan of Organization and as recommended and directed by the Committee, I, Demaris H. Miller, do hereby issue this call for a Mass Meeting to be held at the Rappahannock County Court House in Washington, Virginia, starting at 7:30 p.m. local time on Thursday, April 6,2006 for the following purpose: Reconstituting the Rappahannock County Republican | Committee and electing officers; and for the transaction of such other business as may properly come before the mass meeting. I Qualifications for Participation All legal and qualified voters of Rappahannock County under the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia, regardless of race, religion, national origin or sex, who are in accord with the principles of the Republican Party and who, if requested, express in open meeting either orally or in writing as may be required, their intent to support all of its nominees for public office in the ensuing election, may participate as members of the Republican Party of Virginia in its mass meetings, party canvasses, conventions or primaries encompassing their respective election districts. Registration Fee for Participating in this Mass Meeting There will be a $5.00 voluntary registration fee to participate in this mass meeting payable on or before the day of the mass meeting. Paid for and authorized by the Rappahannock County | Republican Committee. n Please enter my new subscription to: Sappahannocb Nemo Subscription Rates By Maiff^S Rappahannock. Elsewhere in the U.S. Name _ _ Address _ City_' State__ Zip. Mail subscriptions are payable in advance. Make check or money order payable to: Sappahamuxrfc Nrnts, P.O. Box 59, Washington, VA 22747 The Rappahannock News (USPS #455580) is publislied every Thursday at 249 Main Street, Washington. Virginia 22747 by Rappahannock News, a division of Arundel Communications, Inc. Periodicals postage paid at Warrenton, Virginia and at additional mailing offices. Subscriptions are $22.00 a year in Rappahannock: $29.95 elsewhere in l .S. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Rappahannock News. HO. Box 59, Washington. Virginia 22747 This form may also be used for CHANGE OF ADDRESS Old Address: New Address: L J -n *’f>-TjVt'‘if'Tt - '**!£ for Sidney Dodson * ., r , .. '■ . • ■ ■■ ■:■’■•’• . .. 'V ' ■ ■■■. •hosted by the Flint Hill Fire and Rescue Squad and Wakefield Country Day School Key Club . . . . . . • • . 1 . ; Saturday, April 1 8 a.m. to 1 p m. flint Hill Fire and Rescue “Do Not Re Foolish” on April Fool’s Day by missing tins great fundraising event. Wonderful items donated bv the community and local merchants &&***£&$$$ Baked Goods . Original Art Dog Goodies Collectibles Furniture Easter Baskets Flowering Plants and Herbs Cookbooks Housewares Quilts and Jewelry All proceeds to benefit The Sidney Dodson Cerebral Palsy Fund/Project Rainbow For information, call Candace Clough 540/675-2344 Will be held rain or shine! Contributions are tax deductible and may be sent tp: Project Rainbow Sidney Dodson ,CP Fund P.O. Box 343 Flint Hill, Va. 22627 Board From Page A2 who was effusive in her praise for the board’s support for schools generally and the music program specifically. ( Treanor is a volunteer teacher in the music room at least three nights a week.) The board also heard about further progress on the new track beside the high school. Chappell reported that work on the grading could begin as early as next week. He also announced that bids for the track itself, following the grading work, are being called for, and will be opened on April 18. Chappell urged the board to move ahead with paperwork, noting that funds are coming from the county and not, as he put it, “through the school board”, adding, “if we don’t start somewhere, I’m afraid we will never get it done.” The board vote to proceed NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO AMEND CHAPTER 151, TAXATION, ARTICLE XH, TAX RELIEF FOR THE ELDERLY AND DISABLED, OF THE RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY CODE The Board of Supervisors of Rappahannock County proposes to adopt an ordinance amending Chapter 151, Article XII of the Rappahannock County Code, dealing with Tax Relief for the Elderly and Disabled, which amendment shall change §151-50 D. to read as follows (deleted language struck through; new language underlined): D. The net combined financial worth, including equitable interests, as of December 31 of the immediately preceding calendar year, of the owners, and of the spouse of any owner, excluding the value of the dwelling, all furnishings therein, and the land not exceeding one three acres upon which it is situated, shall not exceed $100,000 $150.000. The proposed amendments shall have the effect of expanding eligibility for the current program. A public hearing on the proposed ordinance shall be held at 7:00 PM on 3 April 2006 in the Rappahannock County Courthouse on Gay Street in Washington, Virginia. followed immediately, and was unanimous. The board’s public deliberations on the budget, the track work and other items were bracketed by closed sessions. 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Government In Brief Extended hours The Rappahannock Commissioner of Revenue Office has extended office hours from March 27 through the tax season. The office will be open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. through May 1 to assist with income tax forms, personal property forms and Tax Relief for the Elderly. For additional information call 675-5370. Casting your vote April 3 is the last day to register to vote in Washington’s Town Council Elections, which will be held on May 3. All current Town Council members are running unopposed for their seats. The current makeup of the Washington Town Council is : Mayor Eugene Leggett, Vice Mayor Reinhardt Lynch, Treasurer Jerry Goebel, Alice Butler, Jeff Benson, Claudia Mitchell, and Jean Goodine. Citizens of Washington can register to vote at the Office of the Registrar in Washington. Efficiency apartments approved The Rappahannock County Planning Commission met on Wednesday March 15. The commission voted to recommend approval on two private efficiency apartments. The applications had been brought by Patil Pandit of Narmada Vineyard and Erwin and Elizabeth Opitz of Flint Hill respectively. No members of the public opposed or endorsed the apartments. The Planning Commission also began discussion of possible changes to the application requirements , but no changes were made at the meeting. Possible changes to the application submission requirements may come under review this summer. Young Rapp scientists win at regional fair By David Naser Special to the Rappahannock News Rappahannock County didn’t send a bus load of students to the 25th Annual Piedmont Regional Science Fair held in Charlottesville on March 9. But those they did send represented their county well. Winners from the local science fairs held at Rappahannock’s two public schools competed against other students from this region. In the junior division (grades 6-8), Isabelle Eastham finished in first place in the microbiology category. A student at Rappahannock County Elementary School, her project entitled “Which type of Cow Cheese does Mold Appear on First, Pasteurized or Nonpasteurized?” was also the winner of the Junior Division Discovery Challenge Award and was invited to participate in the Discovery Channel Young Scientist Challenge. In the senior division, freshman A.J. Collins received a second place in the Medicine and Health Division for his project, “A Bare Bones Problem: The Effect of Liquids on Bone Decay.” Collins didn’t stop there and also received an Honorable Mention awarded by the Task Force for Childhood Obesity. Coming in as another first place winner was sophomore Laura Keller in the Zoology division for her project, “Split Decision: Regeneration of Planaria.” Both Collins and Keller will now advance to the MOLDY QUESTION: Asked to participate in the Discovery Channel Young Scientist Challenge, Isabelle Eastham earned a first place for her project “Which type of Cow Cheese does Mold Appear on First, Pasteurized or Nonpasteurized?” Virginia State Science and Engineering Fair to be held April 7/8 at Virginia .Commonwealth University in Richmond. Participating students are called upon to explain their projects to groups of judges and answer any questions that they may have about the projects and how they arrived at their conclusions. “Considering the small number of entries from Rappahannock, five in the junior division and three in the senior division, we are truly honored to end up with two firsts and a second place finish,” said teacher Dave Naser who accompanied the students to Charlottesville and was proud of their efforts. SPLIT DECISION: Tenth grader Laura Keller received first place honors for her project on regeneration of planaha. She will advance to the state competition in Richmond. FAST SALE NEEDED? This Time Next Month You Could Have A SOLD HOUSE! Do you want to sell your house quickly and still get a fair price? Is your house vacant or in need of repairs? Are you making double payments, or behind on payments, in foreclosure? Are you facing divorce, liens, or being transferred? 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Editorial & Opinion A4 March 23, 2006 Rappahannock jgetoff Established 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 Ciatterbuck, Office Manager To Subscribe Phone (540) 675-3338 BY MAIL: $21 a year in Rappahannock County $27 a year elsewhere in the United States Back Copies: Recent 2 months, 50 cents Older copies to 1960, $5 (as available) Office: 249 Main Street, Washington, Va. Mailing address: P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747-0059 Telephone (540) 675-3338 Fax: (540) 675-3088 e-mail: asherman@timespapers.com Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday Member, Audit Bureau of Circulations www.TlmesCommunity.com THURSDAY, MARCH 23, 2006 Our View Landing in Antarctica When you’re expecting a child, you start planning. It’s like planning for a trip to a new place. There’s the baby’s room and new clothes, books on parenting and a fancy stroller. You ponder names and think about how your life is going to change and what you will see in this new place. You prepare yourself as best you can for the responsibilities of raising a child, educating them, going on vacations and standing on the soccer sidelines. Then, instead of a healthy birth, a child with special needs arrives and your planned trip to blissful parenthood turns into a world that you know nothing about and are ill-prepared to handle. Shelly and Greg Dodson went on this trip several years ago. They are still traveling and the road map doesn’t seem to get any easier to read. To meet them is to meet two very sincere and energetic parents that are totally devoted to their daughter. It would be unrealistic to say that they aren’t bitter or angry or on the verge of screaming their lungs out but they’ve been handed a jewel in their daughter and they both know that. It is because of that knowledge that their mission is so focused and that they are such beautiful advocates for Sidney. There’s a fundraiser on April 1. Come. New design If you are one of our many readers that frequents the timescommunity website, then be prepared. It’s changed. There are still a few glitches, so be patient as our web designers fine time this new product that will continue to give you access to not only the Rappahannock News but all of our sister papers throughout the Northern Virginia area. Polls have been added. Currently, you can cast your vote for who you think will be the NBA team to capture this year’s championship. Just how many people click on the Times? During the month of February, more than 500,000 viewers logged on to check out the news at all of our 18 newspapers. The average number of readers per day is over 6,000. Tracking Rappahannock readers only, former writer Bill Kossler’s article on cell towers took the number one spot during the last week of February with Monty Tayloe’s article on the Inn at Little Washington finishing at a close second. The printed version of the Rappahannock News comes out each Thursday but if you’re a night owl, you can log onto www.timescommunity.com late on Wednesday evening and you’ll find the paper online. Enjoy. Black Prince was no saint The editorial last week by Monty Tayloe painted a rather rosy picture of the Black Prince, so let’s meet this “cheerie chappie” by looking at his achievements. The Black Prince was remembered as an able commander with victories at the battles of Crecy and Poitiers. | Conquering France and Normandy) Noted for his barbarism, be slaughtered 3,000 civilians at Limages in 1370 in the war against France. What a charming fellow. This is no reflection on any English person today, as I lived in London for 14 years and found the natives delightful and I still communicate and visit on occasion, but anybody who would think a person of his character deserves a day of celebration over a saint needs their head examined. Perhaps next year Griffin Tavern will delight us with a celebration of Cromwell. Edmund Kavanagh Washington Transformer It's like a giant metai insect with huge movable parts but it's great for reaching those high places. Photo courtesy of Kathryn Larrecq Letters Giant machine comes to Rappahannock My fellow Rappahannock News readers may be interested in learning of a gigantic piece of equipment recently introduced in the county to tackle major tree work. It is known as an “aerial lift,” and can carry two men and their equipment as much as 70 feet up in its “bucket” to reach into the tops of the tallest trees. It then folds up its neck and legs like a huge insect and cuddles down on a trailer to travel to the next job. Such aerial lifts have been used for about ten years in Europe, but are still relatively rare in the U.S. Rappahannock County is the one of the first locales to have one! In the photo here, Wayne A. Woodward of Quality Tree Service, owner of the new lift, and Donald Hitt are pictured on the first day of operation, trimming up a giant white pine known as “Big Tom” off Hunter’s Road. Donald trims with a chain saw, while Wayne “steers.” For more information on the aerial lift and what it can do, please contact Wayne Woodward at 675-3773. He is best reached after 5 p.m. Kathryn Larrecq Woodville Washington is dealing with the pressures of growth The Tbwn of Washington and Rappahannock County share many concerns. One of our principal problems is dealing with the inherent conflict between care for the environment and the pressures of growth. We see it in the counties around us. Our objective is to restrict growth so that the impact on the environment is minimized. We wish to preserve individual rights while protecting the rights and welfare of the community. In the case of the Town of Washington sewer system, we identify our needs and then access the desires of the community. For this, the Comprehensive Plan is the instrument for the definition of the vision of the community for its future. In short, we do not put the cart before the horse and attempt to control the town by the size of the sewer system. We define the services by the objective the community expressed in the Comprehensive Plan. The relevant ordinances then have to be revised and the sewer system scaled so that the Comprehensive Plan can move forward. In the case of the Tbwn of Washington’s proposed sewer system, the needs were recognized and measured by an independent consultant, Resource International, in 1997. Similar results were reported by the Virginia Dept, of Health. The town is still laid out in the same lots and streets that were included in the original town plan of 1749 and the chartered town of 1796. These Vi acre lots with failing septic fields could not be restored in 1997 and have continued to deteriorate since. The Tbwn study group visited operating sites and researched the alternatives. Aspects to be considered includ ed volume, lifespan, pollution, and cost. Several different types of drain fields were explored and soil engineering firms tested a number of areas. The soil had few areas with adequate space to sustain the flow of waste water from the town and all drain fields will ultimately fail, usually in 15 to 30 years. The question of purity requirements depends on the decisions of the Dept, of Environmental Quality (DEQ). The Town of Washington desires to discharge treated waste water of the highest level of purity or at the “Limits of Technology” (LOT). We understand that this will result in a lower level of pollution than the Rush River now contains and will be a higher standard then is required for the Sperryville system. Cost will be determined when we know what specifications we will be required to meet. The Ibwn presently owns twenty acres (Avon Hall) which will be applied to the price and should result in $2-3 million to help pay for the system. In conclusion, please note that the Ibwn of Washington has been wrestling with this problem for several decades. In the mid 1990s, a committee under the chairmanship of Councilman Charles Tbmkins began the systematic study of the issue of failing septic systems and organized much of the foundation for the project as it stands today. The Town has made a substantial investment in time and money (approximately $250,000) and has held many public meetings with input from the citizens of the town and county on implementing a wastewater system. Gene Leggett Mayor Town of Washington A mortgaged future It is hard not to be baffled by the response of Robert Klaus to Ms. Theodore’s letter. At the risk of being labeled as a “Liberal”, or even a “Marxist”, I would like to take a look back at the 1960s. That was a time when Democrats waged senseless war, Republicans loathed deficits, and communists were “Red”. Today, Republicans call themselves “Red”. They’ve taken us to war in Iraq based on lies and run up the national debt by almost THREE TRILLION DOLLARS with no end in sight. They’ve made us dependent on places like Red China to finance the debt and mortgaged the future of our children and grandchildren to secure the debt. Where has the money gone? Significant amounts have gone to ‘incentives’ for oil companies (as if recordbreaking profits aren’t incentive enough), tax cuts for the wealthy, 5-year emergency nobid contracts for Halliburton, etc. A very small part has been used for illegal domestic surveillance. The President claims he needs this power because the FISA court does n’t work, yet he is unable to explain why the FISA Court doesn’t work or how to fix it. Clearly he needs something because, in the aftermath of Katrina, President Bush and Secretary Chertoff claimed t< be oblivious to what the rest of the civilized world could plainly see on television. The rest of us need a ne\ direction. While there is no direct link between Katrina and “Human Global Warming”, only the most diehard propagandists deny the existence of “Human Global Warming”. This environmental change is a very real threat. It is also an opportunity. We should use this opportunity to invest in basic research, develop alternative energy, replace the internal combustion > engine, and dry up a significant source of terrorist funding. In the process we might j even restore the budget surplus so recklessly squandered by the current administration and someday release the mortgage on our children’s future. John Diley Huntly Band close to goal The RCHS Band Boosters are close to our goal of raising $15,000 for new band uniforms. This would not have been possible without the tremendous support from our Rappahannock Community. Special thanks to Anita Sherman and the graphics designer (Damie Malone) at the Rappahannock News for the creative Band Meter on the front page of the paper which has kept everyone informed of our progress. As you can see by the fast increase in the number of notes on the Band Meter, the money we raise in these last months will be matched - dollar for dollar - up to $5,000 by a generous, anonymous donor. We are enthusiastically grateful for the commitment to the continuing success of these talented students. We hope to reach our goal by April 1 when the order for the new uniforms must be placed. We’d love to hear from everyone who can make a contribution - in any amount - because every dollar will be matched. Tax deductible checks can be written to RCHSBB and mailed to Sally Havstad, Treasurer, 71 Honeysuckle Lane, Sperryville, VA 22740 or taken directly to the high school for Matt Yonkey. If anyone has questions about our effort, please contact Kathryn Treanor, President of the RCHS Band Boosters at 937-5794. Thank you, Kathryn Treanor President, RCHS Band Boosters Happy to be home It is with much happiness and some trepidation that I will be returning to the area, which I love and has been my home. I thank God, the members of my family, the church and the many friends, whose love, caring and understanding I have and continue to receive. They will never truly know how much it means to me. I want to thank my legal counsel and the members of the Rappahannock County Sheriff’s Office whose assistance helped make my ordeal bearable. Luke 15:10. Ellis H. (Bootie) Smith Castleton

The Battle of the Rush Argentina and Uruguay are currently embroiled in an ugly environmental conflict over Uruguay’s construction of two wood pulp processing plants which would dump treated waste into the Uruguay River, which flows into Argentina. There, the situation is unresolved, and huge blockades and massive protests continue as the two countries try to work out a diplomatic solution. In a rare parallel between South America and Rappahannock County not seen since Che Guevara allegedly moved to Sperryville, the Town of Washington and several Rappahannock residents find themselves with a similar problem. On March 28, the Department of Environmental Quality will hold a public hearing on Washington’s application for a permit that would allow the town to dispose of up to 60,000 gallons of treated wastewater into the Rush River. ' Washington’s disposal plans are opposed by a group of county residents called the Friends of the Rush, composed of people who live along the Rush downstream of Washington, but not in town, and other concerned county residents. Choosing sides At the DEQ hearing, the Washington Town Council will try to convince all present that their septic situation is desperate, that the Rush River has become their only viable disposal option in terms of cost and feasibility, that the treated effluent going into the river will be clean and almost drinkable (though none of them may drink it), and that the Rush is already dirty, and that the effluent will actually be cleaner than the Rush is now. The Friends of the Rush will try to convince the public that Washington has not adequately examined their septic problem, that the town’s septic problem has been greatly exaggerated, that there are properties neighboring the town that could serve as alternatives .to dumping effluent into the river , that the effluent is not as clean as the town insists, and that dumping wastewater into the Rush can only make it dirtier. Many of the issues listed here are hard to definitely answer either way. As an example, take disposal alternatives: the Friends of the Rush point out that the town could buy two properties bordering the town and create a drain field with enough capacity for Washington’s needs, sparing the Rush. Meanwhile the Council contends that no drain field will last long enough to stop the Ask the Arborist I* By Jamie Wood I.S.A. Certified Arborist Why do people prune trees? People commonly prune trees to remove dead branches, remove crowded or rubbing limbs, or to eliminate hazards. Trees also are pruned to increase light and air penetration to the inside of the tree's crown or to surrounding landscape. But in most cases, mature trees are pruned as a corrective or preventative measure. Since each cut has the potential to change the growth of the tree, no branch should be removed without a reason. When to prune Most routine pruning to remove weak, diseased, or dead limbs can be done at any time of the year. But growth is maximized and wound closure is fastest if pruning occurs before the spring growth Hush - when trees have just expended a great deal of energy to produce foliage and early shoot growth. Heavy pruning immediately after growth Bush can stress the tree. Avoid pruning during active disease transmission periods. A few tree diseases, such as oak wilt, can be spread when pruning wounds allow spores to access a tree. Pruning large trees can be dangerous - it usually involves working above the ground and using power equipment. Ensure your safety, and that of your trees, by hiring a professional arborist. It you have any questions or comments regarding this article or other questions please contact me at jwood@bartlett.com or l-(877)-Bartlett. BARTLETT THEE EXPERTS The Forum Monty Tayloe problem. “We’ve been working on this problem for fifteen years, we don’t want a solution that will only last for twenty,” said Vice Mayor Reinhardt Lynch at the March town council meeting. A slippery problem While many of the points if contention between the Friends of the Rush and Washington reflect fundamental differences of opinion, there is one point that seems ripe for compromise: Washington could take the time to prove that there is a problem. A major contention of the Friends of the Rush is that Washington has not adequately shown that they have a wastewater problem, rhe town has relied on a survey filled out by citizens at their own discretion back in 1997 and anecdotal evidence to demonstrate Washington’s 3eptic difficulties. To the council, Washington’s failing septic systems are obvious. Council meetings are filled with descriptions of the “squishy” areas of town, and frightening stories of what flows in the town’s drainage ditches. “1 don’t need a study to tell me what’s in the ditch behind someone's house,’’ said Claudia Mitche}14aat week. ’' ■ With no definitive, objective study to detorndho the current condition of Washington’s septic situation, the council is left open to arguments that the problem could be corrected on a smaller, more individual scale. One of the council’s mam points is that the new wastewater system will help clean the Rush by treating the wastewater that now runs off from Washington’s failing drain fields and into the river, but this is also unproven by a study. “Your last survey of failing septic systems was done in 1997. Technolpgy has changed since then, solutions have changed,” Monira Rifaat told the council at their March session If the council commissioned a more current study of their problem, these questions could be answered with factual evidence. Many of the concerns of the Friends of the Rush could be settled. It’s unlikely that such a study would suddenly change the minds of Friends of the Rush. Unfortunately, the Washington Town Council sees the DEQ draft permit as the culmination of 15 years of work and frustration. They have appointed exploratory committees to examine disposal alternatives, shelled out money to engineering consulting firms, and actually almost committed to a sand filtration disposal system several years ago only to discover that it wouldn’t meet their needs. Some of the same questions brought up now by the Friends of the Rush have been rehashed in Washington Town Council meetings almost a decade ago. The council has built up 15 years of momentum to arrive at this point, and with the end in sight, it is unlikely that they will slow down to commission and fund a study whose results they see as a foregone conclusion, regardless of whether it would help settle the minds of Washington’s neighbors. 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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND INTENTION TO ADOPT ORDINANCES BY THE TOWN OF WASHINGTON, VIRGINIA KINDLY TAKE NOTICE that the Town Council and Planning Commission of the Town of Washington, Virginia will hold a joint public hearing on the 12th day of April, 2006, beginning at 7:30 p.m. at the Town Hall of Washington, Virginia to consider the adoption of the following ordinances: 1. An ordinance to amend and re-enact Articles 1 and 5 of the Zoning Ordinances of the Town of Washington, Virginia to create a Government Sen/ices Zoning District providing for government related uses by right and antennas and structures exceeding 35’ by special use permit and to establish development standards including minimum lot size and setbacks. 2. An application by the Town of Washington, Virginia to re-zone 4.00 acres, a portion of Tax Map 20A-1-115, a portion of the “Avon Hall” property, to Government Services if such ordinance be adopted by the Town of Washington. 3. To adopt as part of the Town Code a new “Cross Connection Ordinance” providing standards for connection to the Town of Washington public water system and installation of back flow prevention devices, inspection of certain users and related matters. A complete copy of the proposed ordinances and re-zoning application are available at the town offices during normal business hours. All are invited to attend the public hearing at the time and place aforesaid and present their views. The hearing is being held in a public facility believed to be accessible to persons with disabilities. Any person with questions on the accessibility to the facility should contact the Town Clerk by telephone at 540-675-3128. TOWN COUNCIL TOWN OF WASHINGTON, VIRGINIA John C. Bennett Town Attorney Looking for the top spot By Chris Krapf Special to the Rappahannock News Will it be Rappahannock, Manassas Park, Madison? Or Manassas Park, Madison, Rappahannock? Or Madison, Rappahannock, Manassas Park? No matter what way the order is now, Rappahannock County head softball coach Richie Burke knows where he wants to he when the Group A Bull Run District season ends. “Right now, we’re in the top of the mix,” he said, adding, “but my plan is to he on top.” The view from the top is especially nice, particularly when it takes a pair of upsets to put one there. Last spring, the Lady Panthers entered the district tournament as the third seed. They surprised second-seeded Manassas Park and top-seeded Madison to capture the championship and advance to the Region B tournament. “Because we were young, we waited until the last minute to blossom,” Burke said. Should the same happen this season, well... Rappahannock should have one of the youngest teams in the district, but youth does not translate into inexperienced. Burke pointed out that about six of his players spent most of Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Yayoi Ayukawa STAR PITCHER: Junior Rebecca Tupper is a returning player that will undoubtedly see a lot of time on the mound. last summer together on the same traveling softball team. They played an additional 25 to 30 games, evhich is equal to another high school season. “The girls have tried to bond as a team. They really want to succeed,” said Burke, who is in his second year as head coach. “We have a history of winning. We have to believe in ourselves to continue to win.” Rappahannock’s strength lies in its three, returning starters in juniors Rebecca FREE INSPECTION Protect your home. Permanently. Protect your home, family and pets against termites, fleas, ticks and other pests. 540-829-0000 www.PermaTreat.com PEST AND TERMITE CONTROL PermaTrem, B5E55E There's opportunity here i i BB&T Your business just doubled in size overnight. You need cash management. You need insurance. 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Burke anchors the infield from her first base spot. She had a pair of hits and two RBI in the 16-3 win over Warren County. Across the diamond is sophomore Noel Johns, who returns at third. Up the middle are two freshmen, Emily Carter at short and Amanda Smoot at second. Smoot also pitches for the Lady Panthers. In the win over Warren County, she tossed the final three innings and also helped the cause with three hits, including a home run and four RBI. The outfield includes senior Ashleigh Lamma in left, freshman Sarah Smoot in center and junior Jessica Lee in right. Lee had an RBI single in leading Rappahannock over Luray. Rounding out the roster are sophomore Elvira Yanez and freshmen player-managers Kara Corbin and Megan Edwards. Let’s play ball By Chris Krapf Special to the Rappahannock News The day is coming when Rappahannock County High School’s varsity baseball team puts all the pieces together. Solid pitching. Timely hitting. Strong defense. Good base running. Pity the opponent that day. “This team has a good nucleus,” Rappahannock County head coach Jeff Jenkins said. “We just need to get it going.” The season’s start has been slow for the Panthers, who dropped away contests to Warren County and Luray. Injuries and previous scheduled trips left Jenkins without three starters, juniors Will Miller and Ethan Russell and senior Karl Thornhill. Those inconveniences forced Jenkins to juggle his lineup in early games. But when most of that Rappahannock lineup is playing, it could be among the best in the Group A Bull Run District. The Panthers return three, All-District performers in Thornhill, Jason Jenkins and Jacob Dodson. Thornhill was on a trip and missed the first two games, but Jeff Jenkins expects him to play either right or left field this season. Jason Jenkins, a tall, lanky left-hander, took the loss in Rappahannock’s 2-0 defeat to Warren County. He surrendered two unearned runs in four innings. Jason Jenkins also plays first base and in the outfield. Dodson is Rappahannock’s starting catcher but also can pitch. “We’ve got some experienced pitching,” Jeff Jenkins added. “No question about that.” Senior Alex Sharp returns to play second base. His double play partner is freshman Chase Tupper. Sophomore Travis Jenkins can play first or third. Russell, who is coming off of an ankle injury, also plays first and pitches. Juniors Chris Anderson and Steven Butler make the jump from the junior varsity team. Anderson can play second or third. Butler will see playing time at third. The outfield will include junior Bobby Czekaj, Nathan Hartshorn, Shane Tucker and Eric Montague. Miller’s knee injury cost Rappahannock a potential starting outfielder, but Jeff Jenkins also can put Russell in the outfield when his ankle heals completely. While flexibility is important to the Panthers, so is get'ting on base and making their team speed work to produce runs. “Speed is one thing that you don’t have to team, and we’ve got a lot speed with this team,” Jeff Jenkins said. “Speed can make a difference in a game.” Once the Panthers reach base, they still need to hit the ball to bring in runs. That will happen, Jeff Jenkins said. “Right now, we’re putting the ball in play,” he added. “But the ball is just dribbling around a bit. But this team is going to hit.”

Preserving the peregrine Reintroduction Program brings Peregrine Falcons back to the Virginia Mountains By Pam Owen Special to the Rappahannock News The lightning speed and distinctive markings of the peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus) have captured the imagination of humans for centuries and made it the supreme choice of falconers. If you’ve never seen this magnificent bird in flight, you may get the chance, thanks to a program in Shenandoah National Park that is reintroducing this species to the Virginia mountains. In the 1950s and 1960s, due to widespread use of DDT and other persistent organochlorine pesticides, the number of peregrine falcons in the United States plummeted dramatically. By 1975, the entire population of peregrines in the eastern United States was considered to be wiped out. After the chemicals that led to its near-extinction were virtually banned by 1972, the peregrine began to make a strong recovery, partly because of restoration programs such as the one in the park. In 1999, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service formally removed the peregrine from the federal list of endangered and threatened wildlife. However, it is still considered a threatened species in many states, including Virginia. The peregrine’s bold markings—bluish upper parts, black cap, black moustaches below the eye, white chin, and buff-colored underparts barred with brown—gives it a striking appearance. However, the peregrine is not just a beauty queen; no other bird species is on record as matching its speed and maneuverability during a hunting flight. It is “nature’s perfect aerodynamic performer,” as one of its biographers put it. 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Peregrines kill with their talons, often stunning or disabling their airborne prey on the first pass, then swooping back to catch it in mid-air. A peregrine will go after more than 100 species of birds as well Photos courtesy of Rolf Gubler Adult male peregrine falcon as occasionally small mammals and amphibians. About the size of a crow, peregrines have also been known to kill and carry off ducks that are larger than they are. The peregrine’s name comes from the word “peregrinate,” which means to journey or travel from place to place. Once distributed worldwide, the peregrine now breeds primarily in the arctic region. However, breeding pairs are only slowly coming back to other areas, primarily because of the reintroduction programs. This former poster child for all that is wild is now rapidly infiltrating cities, using tall buildings as nesting sites and as vantage points to pick off pigeons below. 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Falcons From Page A7 involves taking young falcons from nests in coastal Virginia, where young birds often fledged prematurely over open water and drowned. The fledglings are put in a wooden box, which is placed on a high cliff ledge that mimics a natural peregrine falcon nest site. The boxes are constructed so that the young birds can view and acclimate to their environment as they mature, but are protected from predators, such as raccoons and owls. While they are in the boxes, park staff feed and care for the chicks, and monitor their condition, keeping contact with humans to a minimum. When the falcons are ready for flight, the boxes are opened and the falcons are allowed to leave. Park staff continue to feed and monitor the fledglings as they learn to hunt for themselves. The idea is that, once on their own, the birds will choose to return to the park the following spring to raise young of their own, thus creating a sustained breeding population. Tb ensure the safety of the young falcons, the area of the nest site is not advertised to the public and the area around it is sometimes closed to visitors. Last year in the park, not too far from Rappahannock County’s borders, the park’s Natural Resources staff documented that a banded male J Photos courtesy of Rolf Gubler These are the first two chicks bom in 1994 in the mountains of Virginia since the DDT era. identified as having been released in the park in 2003 as part of the reintroduction program successfully nested in the park with a young unhanded female. The pair produced one female young, which successfully fledged in early July. This pair represents only the second documented successful nesting of peregrines in the mountains of Virginia since the 1950s and 1960s. The first documented pair since the DDT era nested in the park from 1994 until 1998 and fledged eight young. Want to know more about this magnificent bird and efforts being made to bring it back to our area? Shenandoah National Park biologist Rolf Gubler will give a presentation on the reintroduction program at the Rappahannock County Library on March 30, at 7:30 p.m. The presentation is sponsored by the Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection’s Biodiversity Task Force, as the first in a series of nature programs this spring. For more information on the Task Force, its programs, and peregrine falcons, go to www.RLEP.org, call Pam Owen at 540-675-9989, or send e-mail to Biodiversity® RLEP.org. For more on recovery and management of peregrine falcons in Virginia, go to www.dgif.state.va.us/wildlife/fal contrak/recovery.html. Financial FVoblems? Bankruptcy May Help! • Too Many Bills • Harassing Phone Calls • Collection Suits • Auto Repossession • Wage Garnishments • Home Foreclosures We are a debt relief agency. We help people file for bankruptcy relief under the bankruptcy code._ : Earl J. Oberbauer, Jr. Attorney At Law 540-829-6900 • 1-800-434-3059 FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION Providing Affordable, Quality Legal Sendees Since / 075 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 l.aw '' 540-829-6900 • 1-800-434-3059 FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION Providing Affordable, Quality Legal Sendees Since 1975 •JJk' P.'J gx | jp #; Jgs jp f RIVING SOG M 2006 4Runner Sport 4x4, Auto, Sunroof, Loaded $90,695 Stk#3849T — ■ 2006 Sequoia SR5,4x4, Sunroof, Loaded, PW, PL, Tilt $35,895 Stk#3900T 2006 Tacoma SR5 Dbl Cab, PW, PL, Tilt, Cruise, Auto, V6 $22,995 Stk#3901T 2006 Sienna CE * Crutoe, PW, PL, Tilt, Roof Rack 'v. ' " $22,695 vStk#3953T S (JgJjTOYOTA moving forward > P 2002 Camry LE PW, PL, Tilt,1 Cruise, Keyless'Entry $12,995 Mr 1998 Corolla LE Auto, PW, PL, Tilt, Cruise $5,995 2004 Nissan Sentra S 4 DR, PW, PL, Tilt, Cruise, CD $11,995 2001 Cavalier 4 DR, Auto, AC, CD Player $5,995 Rt. 29 South I Culpeper | : lion.* Fri. 9:00am* 7 Sat. 9:00am-5:00pm

Kenny exhibits new work The Middle Street Gallery is pleased to announce the opening of an exhibition of recent paintings by Steven Kenny. The title of this show, Flying Lessons, loosely refers to the bird imagery that unites all the works on view. Kenny is fascinated by how thoroughly birds as subjects have always shared a rich visual, psychological, and spiritual relationship with their human counterparts. A wealth of avian symbolism stretches back throughout human history and has become interwoven in every level of our lives including literature, religion, language, fashion, mythology and, of course, art. As Kenny’s work has progressed over time, bird imagery has appeared more frequently and become a great source for artistic and personal inspiration. For the artist, these winged creatures have come to symbolize many aspects of the human condition. Their possible interpretation as symbols of transcendence, the soul, spirit, imagination, freedom, and messengers provides an abundant visual language to draw upon and utilize. By skillfully combining the human figure with bird imagery in a painting style reminiscent of the Old Masters, Kenny gives The Gibbet,’ 2006, oil on linen, 28” x 22" life to characters and scenes that exist only in the unconscious, but Which undoubtedly directly impact our daily lives. Kenny exhibits throughout the UJ3. and internationally. Concurrent with this exhibition, his work will be included in the inaugural exhibition of Galerie Brusen in Denmark which he will attend. Later this year two more solo shows are schedulSd at Trinity Gallery in Atlanta and Klaudia Marr Gallery in Santa Fe. * He is the recipient of many awards from arts organizations including the Franz and Virginia Bader Fund, the Virginia Center for the Creative Arts, the Joyce Dutka Arts Foundation and the Virginia Commission for the Arts. He has been featured in and has The Flame,’ 2006, oil on linen, 30” x 22’ appeared annually in since 2001. Please join Steve Kenny at an opening reception on Friday, March 31 from 6 to 8 p.m. He will also be present on Saturday, April 1 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. to sign copies of his new monograph which contains 17 full-color images and seven pages of text by the artist. The exhibition runs from March 31 through April 30. The Middle Street Gallery is open every Friday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. They erne located in Little Washington, VA next to the Inn at Little Washington. Please call (540) 675-2355 during business hours for .more information. You can view more of the artist’s work on his web site at www.stevenkenny.com. The Worker,’ Etching & Monoprint, 12” x 9” Heather Self exhibits new prints at Packing Shed Gallery Heather Selfs new exhibition of prints “When You Weren’t Looking”, at the Packing Shed Gallery, is a dynamic series of printed works. This will be her second exhibition at the Packing Shed Gallery since 2001. Self, a former resident of Rappahannock County, currently resides in Harper’s Ferry and is about to earn her B.F.A. in Printmaking at Shepherd University. Bach individual print has many layers of text and photographic imagery. The works are both engaging and mysterious, quietly prilling the viewer inwards. “When You Weren’t Looking” is on view from March 28-May 1, with an opening reception on Sunday, April 2, from 2-6 pm. The Packing Shed Gallery is located on the corner of Porter and Gay Streets in Washington, Virginia. Gallery hours are Thursdays through Mondays from 12:307:00. For more information, call The Packing Shed Gallery at 540-675-3410. ‘Good Night, and Good Luck’ By Anne Morgan Gray Special to the Rappahannock News The Rappahannock Association for the Arts and the Community is showing “Good Night, and Good Luck” at The Theatre on Gay Street, Friday, March 31, at 8:00 p.m. Please note that RAAC’s “First Friday of the Month film,” for April only, has moved to the last Friday in March due to The Theatre’s five performances the weekend of April 7-8. “Good Night, and Good Luck” honors, in powerful black and white clarity that both illuminates and simplifies, the challenges that have been ours to meet from the mid 20th century into the present. Smoke rings floating against black velvet curtains, white men in tuxedos and smiling women in lovely gowns, all rise to applaud the honored speaker, CBS newsman Edward R. Murrow. Harsh as a prophet, not as a guest, Murrow warns the assembled broadcasters about this new medium of television “if it is indeed good for nothing but to distract, delude, amuse and insulate us then the tube is flickering now and we will soon see that the whole struggle is lost. Otherwise, it is merely wires and lights in a box.” The year was 1958, four years after his famous confrontation that hastened the downfall of Senator Joseph McCarthy. So begins director George Clooney’s Academy Award nominated film “Good Night, and Good Luck,” a passionate and thoughtful look into truth telling, power and responsibility. With “Good Night” we enter a turning point in television that became a turning point in the history of our country, as the witch himt for communists that was begun by Senator McCarthy in 1951 was fueled by the fear and bewilderment of many Americans, a fear raging until there was little certainty as to where safety lay. David Strathaim embodies the strength and intensity of Murrow, his cadence that of Murrow, his words often those Murrow spoke or wrote. The supporting cast is superb: Patricia Clarkson, George Clooney, Jeff Daniels, Robert Downey, Jr., Frank Pianist Naoko Takao, a native of Japan, has been actively performing as recitalist, orchestral soloist, and chamber musician in the United States, as well as in France, Taiwan, and Japan. She will be returning to Little Washington on Saturday, April 1 to play her third concert here at the Theatre at Washington, Virginia. The concert begins at 8 p.m. Ms. Takao has chosen a program of music by three towering composers from the nineteenth century’s Romantic Movement: Robert Schumann, Fr6d4ric Chopin and, toward the end of that era, Sergey Rachmaninov. The sole work by Schumann to be included in the upcoming concert is Davids biindlertanze, which he wrote in 1837. The concert includes three works by Chopin: Barcarole, Op. 60; Mazurka in C-sharp minor, Op. 50, No. 3; and the Polonaise-fantasie, Op. 61. There will be three works by Rachmaninov also: two preludes, in C minor, Op. 23, No. 7 and in D Major, Op, 23, No. 4; and Etude-Tableaux in B minor, Op. 39, No; 4. c The date of the concert, April 1, marks the birthday of Rachmaninov, who was born in Russia in 1873. Earlier this spring concerts at the Theatre hav« marked the 250th anniversary of the birth of Mozart, and the 350th anniversary of Marais. While not a “milestone” anniversary, it is a happy coincidence that the concert at the Theatre will fall on Rachaminov’s birthday. ,*i; Tickets for the concert at the Theatre on Saturday) April 1 at 8 p.m. are $20 for adults and $5 for students 18 and under. 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, P.O. Box 322, Washington VA 22747. Th? website is Mnvw.Theatre-Washington-VA.com. - Langella, Robert Burke, Reed Diamond, Ray Wise and wonderful jazz singer Dianne Reeves. Clooney — himself the son of a newsman—directed, acted and co-wrote this remarkable film with Grant Heslov. Senator Joseph McCarthy plays himself through use of archival footage. When Murrow and his staff struggle to make the decision to take on McCarthy, knowing it might well cost their jobs and their reputations, “We’re going to go with the story because the terror is right here in this room” Murrow tells his staff, a terror we feel as well. A painful question arises out of the smoke would we have had the courage ‘ The film’s action is primarily within the newsroom, a neighborhood, and the corporate halls of CBS; action revealed not through car^Thases but through decisions made that elect how people in this country see themselves and one another, be they decisions of politics or economy, questions of loyalty or its kin, betrayal; fear trumping morality. Murrow proclaimed in a 1954 “See It Now” broadcast “We will not be driven by fear into an age of unreason, if we dig deep in our history and our doc trine; and remember that we are not descended from fearful men. Not from men who feared to write, to speak, to associate, and to defend causes that were for the moment unpopular.” “There is a mental fear, which provokes others of us to see the images of witches in a neighbor’s yard and stampedes us to bum down this house. And there is a creeping fear of doubt, doubt of what we have been taught of the validity of so many things we had long since taken for granted to be durable and unchanging. It has become more difficult than ever to distinguish black from white, good from evil, right from wrong.” Edward R. Murrow, 1951 The film is rated PG-13 for psychological intensity and mild profanity. Run time is 93 minutes.

'_ •• ' ( • \ oUpcoming Events Preview HkJaEOi 5———a ^ i - -"in i rr "m n' iim tit rnir hi ri ill ~niniiii«ti i ~ii iffir ~in ~ wn— | All the world’s a stage ■ V : . * • ' " , - ^ * \' * ,i Come to the Rappahannock County High School this Saturday, March 25 at 6:30 p.m. There will be plays and poetry performed and directed by students. The belly dancing group Mystic Fire will fol.? low along with Pink Mob from Rappahannock, Qualm fromf: Culpeper, and Pipe Dream frbm Fauquier. '£;■ Ages 12 and under: $2.00 Ages 13-17: $4.00 Ages 18 and older: $6.00 This is a fundraiser for a community teen center, yr For more information, phone Rebecca Oyster at (540) 937-2128. Saturday, March 25 2:00 pan. John W. Kropf, discussion and signing of the strategically located country of Turkmenistan. Located between Afghanistan and Iran, with one of the planet's largest natural gas reserves, this former Soviet Republic remains virtually unknown to the out* side world. The book penetrates this mysterious country, blending two years of adven vwjv. wiu* i.ui luucmobcuio tumultuous history to present an intriguing profile of the country and its people. Kropf was the former Country Director for USAID in Turkmenistan. 6:00 pan. to 8:00 pan. Violinists David Stenberg and Emily Bassing, along with Matthew Gattuso on the viola, will be appearing. All are classically trained musicians but listen for some Bluegrass variations and other surprises. Borders, 251W. Lee Highway, Warrenton, (540) 347-9412 Considering all periods and all peoples of Virginia Showcasing the latest research, scholarly thinking and .historic resources Shenandoah University’s History and Tourism Center (HTC) — The Knowledge Point and the Community History Project invite the public to attend the first-ever Virginia Forum on Virginia history, April 7 and 8 at Shenandoah University in Winchester, Va. The Virginia Forum brings historians, geographers, archaeologists and researchers/writers together for a vigorous discussion about the stories and people that make up Virginia’s past. Join us in historic Winchester, just a few miles from where Virginia’s English frontier first spilled over the Blue Ridge Mountains to settle “Fredericktown” in 1744 (later to become Winchester). It was here that a young George Washington first experienced the harsh realities of frontier life to gain critical military and political skills that would serve him so well during arid after the American Revolution. And it is here, at the 2006 Virginia Forum, where more than 60 scholars from 49 colleges and universities, libraries, museums and historical organizations across the United States will continue the dialogue about Virginia’s rich heritage with a new conference dedicated to the research, interpretation and presentation of Virginia history across time. Virginia has long needed a regular forum for ongoing discussion of issues and initiatives pertinent to all aspects of its history. The Virginia Forum at Shenandoah . University in Winchester is intended to address this deficiency. The event will be of interest to students, teachers, scholars and historical professionals from museums, historical societies, historic sites and all related fields including public history, preservation, geography, literature and archeology. Whether you are historian, teaching professional or history enthusiast, this Forum provides effective tools and techniques for getting the most out of your own history experience. What better way to “Come Home to Virginia” and celebrate America’s 400th Anniversary? Participate in engaging educational sessions on every conceivable topic ranging from Colonial Virginia and the Civil War to politics, reform and family. A wide choice of sessions will showcase the latest in ongoing research, scholarly thinking and historic resources — and of course there’ll be plenty of time to socialize. Let this Virginia history forum contribute to a better understanding of the present as well as inspire new research, writing, education, preservation and the public interpretation of Virginia history. Vendors will offer the latest books and publications now available from many “Virginia” scholars and presenters. Advanced registration is $45 before March 24. The registration fee includes all sessions, break refreshments and . a boxed lunch. A Friday evening optional banquet at Berryville Avenue Hampton Inn ($30) is priced separately. On March 24, registration fees become $65 and the optional banquet is $35. Students may apply for a limited number of scholarships for attending this forum. Each scholarship covers basic registration fees and assistance with accommodations. And you may also register for an optional academic track coursework while attending the forum to earn graduate or undergraduate credit and teacher recertification points. Visit www.theknowledgepoint.org for complete conference details and to download a registration form. Direct additional questions to Sandy Snyder at (540) 535-3543 or ssnyder@su.edu. Shenandoah University’s History and Tourism Center - The Knowledge Point serves as a primary resource and authority for history and historical research, heritage studies and tourism-product development, where the community and tourism industry come together to gain knowledge about the Northern Shenandoah Valley region. Shenandoah University Community History Project partners with the History and Tburism Center on this important project. Religious Notes Shawl Ministry Do you like to knit or crochet? Would you like to learn? Come and be a part of the Prayer Shawl Ministry, a group which lovingly creates shawls for those in their community that may be grieving, dealing with illness, or suffering from a loss, and also for those experiencing a joy such as a wedding or new baby. The Amissville United Methodist Women are sponsoring a local unit of this nationwide ministry which will be meeting on the first and fourth Wednesdays of each month from 9 a.m. -11:30 a.m. Contact Betty Jean Wheeler at 937-8251 or Sarah Boelte at 987-8819 for more information Wonderful information about this ministry may be obtained from the website www.shawlministry.com Spring Revival Mount Calvary Baptist Church in Haywood continues their spring revival on Thursday, March 23 with Reverend Anna Allsberry from Bethel Baptist Church, Unionville, and the Hopewell Baptist Church, Sperryville and Friday, March 24 with Reverend Clifford Waller, Rock Hall Baptist Church, Wolftown. at 7:30 p.m. each night. Breakfast at the Washington Baptist Church The Washington Baptist Church (WBC) will be having a breakfast on Saturday, March 25, from 7:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. This will be to raise funds for the WBC Building Renovation Fund. The breakfast will include bacon, eggs, sausage, gravy, biscuits, and dollar pancakes with whip cream and strawberries. During the breakfast there will be an occasion to purchase opportunities for a drawing of one of two baskets. A “Service & Gift Basket” and a “Sweet Delight Basket”, a basket filled with homemade decorated Easter Cookies. The Service & Gift Basket includes, but not inclusive , service certificates such as: Alteration of one item (skirt/pants), one dozen homemade cinnamon rolls, one dozen homemade dinner rolls, one homemade walnut cake, a Beauty box gift certificate of $30 and a one hour walk with the Llamas, one fresh flower arrangement. All proceeds from the baskets will go to the American Cancer Society and Rappahannock Relay for Life. Opportunities can be purchased at the door during breakfast or advanced purchases by contacting the WBC at 6753336. Basket drawings will be held at 11 a.m. after the breakfast. Come and join them for the good food and fellowship. Breakfast is $7. Opportunities: $2 and can be purchased through the Washington Baptist Church (540) 6753336 or at the Washington Baptist Church community Breakfast on March 25 at 7:30 a.m-11 a.m. Passover celebration The Fauquier Jewish Congregation invites you to join in their seventh annual celebration of Passover at a joyous first night Seder on Wednesday, April 12. They will have traditional Passover foods, recite the Four Questions, sing Passover songs together, give thanks and prayers together in this festival of freedom. There is a fee for members and non-members. Please respond to PO Box 3162, Warrenton, VA 20188 or (540) 341-1844 before April 5. Purpose Driven Life - Women’s Bible Study What on Earth am I here for? A 7-week Bible study will begin on April 20 at 7 p.m. in the Amissville area. Call by April 13 for more details and to obtain study materials. Phone Stephanie Kennedy at (540) 937-4987. Kids’ Community Bible Club 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 Usher Ministry Anniversary Macedonia Baptist Church Usher Ministry of Flint Hill will celebrate their 54th anniversary on Sunday, April 2 at 3 p.m. The guest speaker will be Revererid Duane T. Kay and his congregation from Ebenezer Baptist Church of Alexandria, Va. Dinner will be served at 1:30 p.ni., Ushers please dress in uniform. Spring Revival Maranatha Baptist Church in Amissville invites you to attend their spring revival beginning Sunday, April -2 through Friday, April 7. Sunday School begins at 10 a.m. with morning service to follow at 11 a.m. Each night revival will begin at 7:30 p.m. except Sunday the 2nd when service will begin at 6:30 p.m. The guest speaker will be Evangelist Jerry Whiteheart for the revival week. Nursery will be provided for each service. Special singing is planned for all services. The church is located on Route 211 just west of Route 229 intersection. FREE Food Every Month Additional food to add to your kitchen pantry based on the number of people in your family. April 20, May 18 and June 15 from 3:30 to 5 p.m. 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 may be directed to (540)675-3716, (540)-675-3336 or (540)-9879101 Sponsored by the Rappahannock Community Care Coalition Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Riley, Jr. Rileys celebrate 50th wedding anniversary Janice Dorch, Floyd Riley III, Jennifer Riggleman, and Deborah Carter are pleased to announce the 50th wedding anniversary of their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Riley, Jr. on April 5, 2006. The couple is from Stephenson, Virginia. In celebrating this occasion, the children will be hosting a recommemoration ceremony in which the couple will renew their wedding vows. The event will take place on April 1 at 3:00 p.m. at the Chester Gap Baptist Church in Chester Gap, Virginia and will be performed by Pastor Malcolm Cadd. The couple was originally married in Hagerstown, Maryland at Saint Paul’s Episcopal United Brethren Church by Pastor Eugene Fisher. Burdick wins first place in essay competition Tyler Burdick of Flint Hill won first place in the 2005-2006 Veterans of Foreign Wars Patriot’s Pen Essay Competition for the Eighth District, Department of Virginia. His family accompanied him to the awards presentation in Manassas on March 12. The Patriot’s Pen topic this year was “Who are Today’s Patriots?” Tyler’s essay advanced to the District level after winning first place at the VFW Local Post 2524 in Culpeper. Tyler is an eighth grade student and is home schooled. CHERRY STREET Building Supply Corp. “See Us For All Your Building Supply Needs" 1418 Orange Road Culpeper (540)825-0937 *§ Find your _ * new home PM - Mato as Rappahannock New 540-675-3349 T"hh photograph of “Gibson” Is up close and focused... on his nose! Perhaps life mimics the skill of a photographer. To produce a quality photograph, the photographer must take proper aim at the target and keep It In focus. Like the photographer, many of us aim well for a promising future, but forget to focus our lives upon God's Word. “As for God, his way is perfect; the word of the Lord is flawless....” (2 Samuel 22:31). Without His Word we make unclear decisions. Our life does not have quality. Visit your house of worship and study God's Word. Your future depends on your focus! Focus on the Father. SUN DAT Httekkuk 1:1-17 MONDAY Hacakkuk Xt 20 TUESDAY Habakkuk WEDNESDAY II THURSDAY Pialm » FRIDAY Pttlm Jl SATURDAY Palm }( SctipUjtes Se*/ctvd tty The A/nencan Bftee Society Copy■->(}-it 2006 Keater- Mttaw Neeasjepec S+(v>cot.. P O &c*8i97. s«fc> VA 22*06, a** k*n*m& ABERDEEN BARN JbOdL Steaks • Seafood • Prime Rib Banquets • Luncheons in the Holiday Inn of Culpeper (5401 825-1037 W.C. THOMPSON FUNERAL HOME 503-7 NORTH MAIN ST. 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All submissions in Upcoming Events must be received by 3 p .nu on Mondays in order to be included in the next edition of the paper. For eTna.il, send to Jan Clatterbuck at jdatterbuck@timespapers.com CALL FOR ARTISTS OF RAPPAHANNOCK The second annual Artists of Rappahannock Studio & Gallery Tbur will take place November 4 and 5, 2006. All artists who participated last year in the open studio portion of the tour, and other artists interested in having an open studio, should contact Joanne Hilty at 675-2205 or at johilty@shentel.net by April 15 to be included in this event. All sites offered will be visited by May 2 to ensure accessibility and parking accommodations, a big factor due to the great success of 2005. Applications for open studio artists will be mailed May 15. Please follow deadline dates in order not to be left out of this wonderful RAAC-sponsored event and opportunity to present your work. Galleries and group show artists will be contacted in the near future concerning deadlines for their participation. Watch the newspaper and Rappnet for more information. A call to artists The Griffin Tavern in Flint Hill is seeking local artists to display their artwork in the upstairs gallery. All forms of artwork will be considered. Please stop by the Tavern or call (540) 675-3227 to submit. Regular weekly events at the Griffin Tavern Monday -Chess League Tuesday- Dart League Wednesday- All you can eat spaghetti On Thursday, Trivia, come out and test your ^mental metal with some of the county’s brainiest. Fun starts at 7 p.m. Nature’s .y Day Spa: Spa sessions at Hearthstone School Nature’s Way Day Spa (located on the upper level of Hearthstone school) at 11576 Lee Highway is now open for appointments Mon, Ties, Wed, Fri & Sat from 10 - 4. Teat yourself or a friend for an hour, or a day, of the ultimate pampering experience! Gift Certificates available. Call (540) 987-9777 to schedule an appointment. Introductory Special: Three -60 min- massage sessions for $160 ($35 savings). LIFE STORIES WORKSHOPS Presented by Ki Theatre in Washington Open to adults of all backgrounds and interests. No prior experience is necessary. Call Ki Theatre to register (540) 987-3164. Sun and Moon Yoga Discover Sun and Moon Yoga amid the beauty of Rappahannock County We are in the middle of the winter yoga session at Belle Meade, but please drop in at any time. These classes are all levels and designed for the beginner as well as the more experienced yoga practitioner. Classes are Monday, 9:30-11 a.m. (Mary, Janice), Wednesday, 6-7:30 p.m. (Mary, Janice) and Friday, 9:30-lla.m, (Maiy/Kit). Please call Mary O’Meara at 825-1215 with questions, or email maryomeara® earthlink.net. March: QUEST MOVEMENT ARTS CENTER Located at 47 Main Street in Sperryville. Again this month, come by and take advantage of the TWO for ONE Deal offered to any new students. Pay for one Nia class, and get the second one free! Nia is FUN fusion fitness that combines modern dance, martial arts and healing arts into a playful and refreshing cardiovascular workout, enhancing flexibility and strength! Activate your dancer within! All fitness levels always welcome. Call Kim at 987-8039 or Linda at 987-3349 for more information. March Schedule Monday and Wednesday mornings with Kim Foster-Yoga 9:30 - 10:45 a.m., Nia 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Monday evenings with Kim Foster-Yoga 6 - 7:15 p.m. Thursday mornings with Virginie Audrain-SynergyDance 9:15 - 10:45 a.m. Friday ^Mornings with Linda Heimstra- Nia 8-9 a.m. and Saturday Mornings with Linda Heimstra-Nia 10-11 a.m. Time to start a new SynergyDance class with 'Virginie Thursday morning March 16 from 9:15 am to 10:45am. ■Switzerland was wonderful and they loved i Synergy Dance! The series of 6 classes will go on itill the end of April (no class April 20) drop in $15 or $72 for 6 classes. For more information call •Virginie at 937 5609. March 23,24: FamilyCare Hospice holds training for volunteers FamilyCare Home Health and Hospice Care invites individuals who are interested in serving as volunteers to attend training and orientation on Thursday, March 23 and Friday, March 24 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lunch will be provided. The trainings will be held in the conference room at Culpeper Regional Hospital. March 24: Conversation on Aging On Friday, March 24 there will be a “Community Conversation on Aging”at the Washington Fire Hall from 9:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. sponsored by the Rappahannock Rapidan Eldercare Coalition. Public invited to meeting and complimentary lunch by reservation. For more information call Social Services at 675-3313. March 24: Music at the Blue Rock Inn Tbnight enjoy Harley Starr! As always, the music starts at 7p.m. and admission is FREE. Come early and enjoy a delicious dinner and stay late for tasty beverages. For details contact Jim McCullough at 540-987-3190. The Blue Rock Inn is located at 12567 Lee Hwy., Washington, VA across from the high school. Upcoming music: 3/31 Ben Mason & Friends 4/7 Anders Drew & Bobby Glasker March 25: Piedmont Fox Hounds Point-to-Point More steeplechase action at the Salem course in Upperville. Races start 12:30 p.m. Phone (540) 687-3455 for more information. March 25: Car Wash/Yard Sale and Bake Sale at RCHS Rappahannock County Elementary School will be having a car wash, yard sale and bake sale on Saturday, March 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Rappahannock County High School, to raise funds for the seventh grade Williamsburg trip. For more information you can email emilyroop® rappahannock.kl2.va.us or gerardfrank@rappahannock.k,12.va.us. You can drop off donated goods for the yard sale at the front lobby of the elementary school. Thank you in advance for your continued support. March 25: Public House holds a special event Please join us Saturday night, March 25th for a very special evening when our special guest will be Austrian Importer Klaus Wittauer from KW selection. Sharing this evening will be our good friends, Item Lehman and John Oravec from Epicurious Cow — the E-Cow (as it is known) is the finest specialty food and wine market in the area. The quality of the wines are simply spectacular and as usual the wines will be available for purchase at the end of the evening. This time they will be available though the folks at E-Cow who will be on hand to pour and talk about the wines and their shop. The price of the dinner is $70 per person, which includes tax and gratuity. This dinner will fill up quickly so make your guaranteed reservation today. You can also make reservations via email: info@flinthillpublichouse.com. We hope to see you there! March 25: Breakfast at the Washington Baptist Church Breakfast at the Washington Baptist Church The Washington Baptist Church (WBC) will be having a breakfast on Saturday, March 25, from 7:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. This will be to raise funds for the WBC Building Renovation Fund. The breakfast will include bacon, eggs, sausage, gravy, biscuits, and dollar pancakes with whip cream and strawberries. During the breakfast there will be an occasion to purchase opportunities for a drawing of one of two baskets. A “Service & Gift Basket” and a “Sweet Delight Basket”, a basket filled with homemade decorated Easter Cookies. The Service & Gift Basket includes, but not inclusive, service certificates such as: Alteration of one item (skirt/pants), one dozen homemade cinnamon rolls, one dozen homemade dinner rolls, one homemade walnut cake, a Beauty box gift certificate of $30 and a one hour walk with the Llamas, one fresh flower arrangement. All proceeds from the baskets will go to the American Cancer Society and Rappahannock Relay for Life. Opportunities can be purchased at the door during breakfast or advanced purchases by contacting the WBC at 675-3336. Basket drawings will be held at 11 a.m. after the breakfast. Come and join them for the good food and fellowship. Breakfast is $7. Opportunities: $2 and can be purchased through the Washington Baptist Church (540) 675-3336 or at the Washington Baptist Church community Breakfast on March 25 at 7:30 a.m to 11 a.m. March 26: Community Drum Circle All are invited to join in creating rhythm and music on Sunday, March 26th from 5 - 6:30 p.m. at Hearthstone School. It’s fun, easy, and different every time. No experience necessary. Group drumming can stimulate coordination, cooperation, greater listening skills,and has been scientifically proven to reduce stress. All ages welcome. Suggested donation $5-10 (children free). For more information, call Wendi at Sage (540) 987-9699. Rappahannock-Rapidan Orientations The Rappahannock-Rapidan Medical Reserve Corps need you! Attend one of the following one hour orientations: Thursday, March 30 Fauquier Hospital from 6-7 p.m. Thursday, April 27 Culpeper Rescue Squad from 7-8 p.m. Complete an application form either by contacting the office at 540-829-7350 ext 132 or online at http:rrmrc.vdh.virignina.gov or via email at rrmrc.vdh.virginia.gov. March 30: Presentation on Peregrine Falcon Restoration Program Peregrine falcons are once again successfully nesting in Shenandoah national Park thanks to a program begun in 2000 by Shenandoah national Park and partner organizations. As part of RLEP Biodiversity Task Force’s Spring Nature Series, park biologist Rolf Gubler will give a Powerpoint presentation of the program at 7:30 p.m. at the Rappahannock County Library For more information on this and other events in the series, contact Pam Owen (540) 675-9989 or Biodiversity® RLEP.org, or go to www.RLEP.org. March 31, April 7: Linden Vineyards and Four & Twenty Blackbirds join together for wine tasting Linden Vineyards and Four & Twenty Blackbirds get together for more of their famous wine tasting dinners at 7 p.m. on Fridays, March 31 and Apnl 7. A great four-course meal paired with excellent local wines and winemaker Jim Law’s expert commentary. $78/person. Reservations call 675-1111. April 1: Rea Market to benefit Sidney Dodson Held at the Flint Hill Fire and Rescue on April 1 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Co-sponsored by the FHVED and the Wakefield Country Day School Key Club. Sale of donated new and nearly new items will include local art, household items, fresh baked goods, Easter holiday baskets and an assortment of perennial flowering plants and herbs. Something for everyone! Rain or Shine, all proceeds to benefit the Sidney Dodson Cerebral Palsy Fund in conjunction with Project Rainbow. For more information or to donate items, contact Kathy TVedwary at (540) 972-9830 or Candace Clough at (540) 675-2344. More information about Sidney is available at www.sidneydodson.org. April 2: Daylight Savings Time at Gray Ghost Sunday, April 2, special offer 9 a. m. to 11 a. m. Winery open until 5 p.m. Rise and Shine its Daylight Savings Time! Get up early and start saving! Gray Ghost is opening early and we want you to benefit! Make your first stop Gray Ghost and save 10% on all wine purchases from 9 a. m. to 11 a.m. For these two hours only enjoy free limited production wine tasting as well! Gray Ghost is located at 14706 Lee Highway in Amissville and can be contacted at (540) 937-4869. April 4,5: Classes are being offered for the Spring Session of Rappahannock County Public Schools Adult Education Program Scrap Booking will begin on Tuesday, April 4th and classes will last for six weeks. We will meet on Tuesday evenings from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The cost for this class is $40 plus $12 for materials. Ebay Classes will begin on Wednesday, April 5th. This class will meet on Wednesday nights for six weeks from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The cost for this class will be $40. Fly Tying will also begin on Wednesday, April 5th. This class will meet on Wednesday nights for five weeks from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The cost for this class will be $40. The materials have been provided by the instructor. All classes are being held at Rappahannock County High School. For questions on registering please call (540) 987-3367 or email natashawhite@rappahannock.kl2.va.us. April Red Cross Blood Drives 4/7 — Noon to 5 p.m. Wal-Mart, Culpeper 4/24 - 9 am. to 2 p.m. Culpeper Regional Hospital 4/25 — 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Madison Head Start Health Fair 4/27 — 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Culpeper County High School * Your blood saves fives! Please mark your calendar and plan to donate. Remember to drink lots of fluids — water or juice are best — the day before, and the day of, the blood drive. Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and fatty foods. Tb give blood, you must be generally healthy, 17 years of age or more, and weigh at least 110 pounds. RED CROSS CLASSES: CPR and First Aid - April 22, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pre-registration is required. For more information call the Red Cross at 825-8611. April 8: Vertical Cabernet Sauvignon Tasting Saturday evening, April 8 at 7:30 p. m. to 10 p.m. This candlelit, black-tie optional evening features past vintages of Gray Ghost Cabernet Sauvignons. Evening includes gourmet hors d’ouevres and discussion. Reservations required. $85 per person plus tax. Gray Ghost is located at 14706 Lee Highway in Amissville and can be contacted at (540) 937-4869. April 8 : Silent Auction at Hearthstone School Hearthstone School’s Annual Auction will be held on April 8. The silent auction begins at 4 p.m., and the live auction begins at 5 p.m. Hearthstone is interested in obtaining donations from local artisans and craftspersons, as well as artwork, antiques and other items. All donations are tax deductible. If you would like to make a donation to the auction, please contact the school office at 540-987-9212. April 8: Easter Cantata The Wayland Blue Ridge Baptist Association invites the community to the Easter Cantata, “The Victory” on Saturday, April 8 at 6 p.m., at the Wayland Blue Ridge Baptist Center, 15044 Ryland Chapel Rd, Rt. 640, Rixeyville. Musical Guests for the evening include Mr. Donnie Carter, for formerly of Rappahannock County and now Winchester, Agape of Fredericksburg, and Voices of Praise of Qulpeper. The All Association Cantata Mass Choir is under the direction of Rev. Lemuel Montgomery and Sis. Everetta Lewis. Rehearsals for youth and adults are on April 3rd and 7th at 7:00 p.m. Ticket donation is $5/person, children 17 & under are free, college students are $2/w/college id. For more information, directions, or tickets, phone (540) 399-1539 or email: waylandjblue ridge@usa.com Join us in praise and worship in remembrance of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. April 12: Passover celebration The Fauquier Jewish Congregation invites you to join in our seventh annual celebration of Passover at a joyous first night Seder on Wednesday, April 12. We will have traditional Passover foods, recite the Four Questions, sing Passover songs together, and give thanks and prayers together in this festival of freedom. There is a fee for members and non-members. Please respond to PO Box 3162, Warrenton, VA 20188 or (540) 341-1844 before April5. Visit us at www.fauquierjewishcongregation.org. April 13,14,17: Three-days Arts and Crafts Camp with Janet Kerig Arts and Crafts Arts Camp for ages 6-12 on April 13, 14 and 17 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Rappahannock Recreation Park (Pirate Park) in Washington. Spend Spring Break working on unique arts and crafts projects with a professional artist. The emphasis is on Creativity, Fun. Games and the Great Outdoors. The multiMedia experience includes: Basket weaving, paper making watercolor painting, drawing, bead work and jewelry making, beeswax candles, art from nature, drumming and movement. Children bring lunch, snack, drinks. RAIN or SHINE. For more information call (540) 9878670. or email artsandcraftscamp@yahoo.com April 16: Rappahannock County Vehicle Decals Rappahannock County 2006 vehicle decals are required to be displayed on windshield by midnight April 15. All delinquent personal property taxes in name of applicant^) must be paid before decals can be issued. Please bring your vehicle registration card. Hours are from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more information call the Treasure’s office at (540) 675-5360. April 20: Women’s Bible Study What on Earth am I here for? A women’s bible study will begin a 7-week study beginning April 20 at 7 p.m. in the Amissville area. Hosted by Stephanie Kennedy, they will be held each Thursday evening. Call by April 13 for more details and to obtain study materials. Phone Stephanie at (540) 937-4987. April 29: Hearthstone School’s Annual Open House Hearthstone School’s Annual Open House will be held on Saturday, April 29, from 12 until 4 p.m. Tburs of the school and classrooms will be held, and teachers, parents and students will be available to meet with prospective families to discuss the School and its programs. Please call (540) 9879212 for additional information. April 29: Rabies Vaccination Clinic Saturday, April 29, at the Rappahannock Animal Welfare League (RAWL) Route 639 off of Route 211 in Amissville by the landfill 9 a.m. -1 p.m. $10 per pet. All proceeds go to RAWL. Vaccinations wifi be available for cats and dogs from any county. Pets must be at least 4 months old. For more information call 937-3336 or visit http://www.rawldogs.org. May 6: Menokin Bluegrass Festival Plan ahead for the 2006 Menokin Bluegrass Festival on May 6 in beautiful Warsaw, Va.! Headlining this year’s event is bluegrass legend Dr. Ralph Stanley & the Clinch Mountain Boys. Other performers are bluegrass legends The Seldom Scene, Grammy nominated Old School Freight Train and two time defending Menokin Bluegrass champions, Bill Kelso & Gas Money Band. Tickets to the festival are only $20 dollars a piece and available by calling 804-333-0512 or at the gate on day of show. Tickets will also be available at local outlets in the spring and online at www.menokinbluegrass.com. For more information, visit www.menokinbluegrass.com. May 6, 9,13: Registration for Culpeper Football Culpeper Football Association, INC (CFA) Tb Hold Registration at CCHS Cafeteria Registration dates: Sat, May 6th from 9 a.m. to 12 noon, TVies, May 9th from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Sat, May 13th from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. All players should bring their birth certificate to registration for age verification. All football players and cheerleaders wifi be fitted for uniforms/equipment at registration. Fees: Anklebiter - Flag Ages 5-7, $50 , Midget - Tackle-Ages 8 -10, $80, Bandit - Tackle Ages 11 - 13, $80 and Cheerleading Ages 5 - 13, $50 Exceptions: seven -year-olds will have the option to move up to Midgets; ten -year-olds wifi have the option to move up to Bandits. Provided that the parents/guardians sign a waiver. League ages are based on the player’s age as of October 1st, 2006. If you have any questions, please contact Kathy Gardiner at 423-1192 or email at kmgceg@erols.com or visit our website at www.cfa4kids.com. GED testing The test dates for adult education GED testing at the Carver Center on Rt. 15 in Culpeper county is as follows for 2006: March 17/18, April 7/8, May 12/13, June 23/24, July 21/22, August 11/12, September 15/16. October 20/21, November 24/25, December 15/16 All testing begins on Friday afternoon and concludes on Saturday. You must register ten days before the test. Call 825-0476 to register or for further information. Various Support Groups at Spiritual Care Support Chronically 111 Support Group - 2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 10:30-11:30 am, Jan 24-May 23, Fauquier Hospital Bistro Restaurant (Brunch available at your own expense); parking available; wheel chair accessible. Call Spiritual Care Support Ministries for information. Chaplain Liz Danielsen 540/349-5814. Non-denominational. Free. Support groups available for Chronically 111, Spouse Loss, Bereaved Parents, Pet Loss, and GriefShare. Various days, times, and locations. Call for information. Sponsored by the Spiritual Care Support Ministry Center, 76 West Shirley Avenue, Warrenton. Non-denominational. Free. Chaplain Liz Danielsen 540-349-5814 (www.scsm.tv) Care Cafe - Thursdays 10 a m. - Noon - A place to come for a cup of coffee, a brief respite, a place to sit and chat. Spiritual Care Support Ministry Center, 76 West Shirley Avenue, Warrenton. Non-denominational. Free. Chaplain Liz Danielsen 540-349-5814. Community Prayer Hour, Thursdays, Noon until 1:00 pm, Spiritual Care Support Ministry Center, 76 West Shirley Avenue, Warrenton. Nondenominational. Come for prayer. Chaplain Liz Danielsen 540-349-5814.

School News from Around the County Chappell s Comer * The 7th gradq.will be having a CAR WASH / YARD SALE / BAKE SALE EXTRAVAGANZA on Saturday, MARCH 25, from 10-2 @ RCHS! Proceeds will benefit the seventh grade Williamsburg Trip. Please drop off donated gods for the yard sale at the front lobby of the elementary school. RCES students qualify to participate in Tn-County Honor Band March 24: 4th grade: Mimi white 6th grade: Austen Cloud,Katie Hale, Chris King, Alex Jung 7th grade: Michael Caporuscio, Cody Casey, Tiffany Clanagan, Stephanie Ellis,Jessa Frye, Dana Hockenberry, Miread McLoughlin, John Mills, Christene Minor, Lily Nealon, Heather Radebaugh, Laurel Rothrock, Joslyn Smith, Brittany Stephens,Sarah Wheatley Wakefield Country Day School Kingdom of Wakefield hosted a gathering for pages, damsels, squires and ladies Thursday, March 16, marked the 25th occasion that Wakefield Country Day School has celebrated one of its most popular festivities - the Medieval Banquet, complete with period costumes, food popular during the Middle Ages, medieval games, and other traditions from that period. Students in the third Photos by Kathie Russo DARLING DAMSELS: Ladies of the court included Harper VanNess, Grace Alexander, and Kimberly Pankow. through eighth grade, along with their parents and teachers, appeared as pages, damsels, squires and ladies, and spent the afternoon reveling amidst period music played by music teacher Evelyn Oyster on her flute. Led by Herald Douglas Weaver, who doubles as Wakefield’s pf-ep school history teacher, the celebration began with the “Donning of the Costumes,” followed shortly thereafter by the “Grand Entry and Procession of the Duke (Andrew Smith of Little Washington), . the Dutchess (Katie Huang of Amissville), and the Court (the rest of the eighth grade). Lady Lynn (school co founder Pam Lynn-Tucker) explained to all assembled the guidelines for the afternoon’s festivities, referencing the “Book of the Courtier of the Kingdom of Wakefield,” giving tips on appropriate etiquette for that time period in areas such as tests of skill or strength, and manners when eating. Cautions included, “The chivalrous courtier never cheats at tests of skill,” “The valorous courtier never engages in tests of strength so as to injure his opponent,” “The prudent courtier does not use his neighbor’s costume for a napkin,” and “The well-bred page or squire, damsel or lady samples the food provided with an open-mind and does not make belittling or disparag TAKING AIM: English teacher Kristin Hauger and third grader Jane Purnell of Washington tried out their archery skills. ing remarks.” Those in attendance were careful to follow these and other rules of “civilized behavior” throughout the afternoon. The “Queen of Love and Beauty” and “Squire of Worth” — awards given every year to the girl and boy in the 7th grade who have maintained the highest grade point average in British History — were awarded to Christine Pankow of Flint Hill and Timmy Pressler of Front Royal, who also took the award for “Best Shield” and won the 7th grade pancake race later in the day. Throughout the afternoon, students had the opportunity to test their skills at games such as the William Tell event, where ENARMORED: Third graders Chris Payne who won the ‘Best Armor” award and Madison Romine enjoyed their imaginary trip back to medieval times. students tried “shooting” an apple off the head of a dummy, Jousting, Quarter Staff (Little John on the Bridge), Quintran (training for jousting), among others. Face painting and fortune telling were available for the littlest ones present. Tbward the end of the celebrations, students were recognized for the authenticity of their costumes, and Rappahannock County winning pages, squires, maidens, and damsels included: Sam Mullany (3rd grade), Grace Alexander (4th grade), Will Mullany (6th grade), Kevin Fernandez (7th grade), and noble Andrew Smith (8th grade). Robin Purnell and Chris Payne won Best Clerical Costume, Winnie Thompson won for Best Headdress, and Best Female Adult Costume went to Susan Gabbay. This year’s banquet included spit-roasted beast and other authentic foods from medieval times prepared by parents and eaten off “trencher boards.” Before the evening was over, the eighth graders had presented a short skit to entertain the Court. They also engaged in a challenging quest/treasure hunt created by the 11th graders, with questions relating to the literature and vocabulary learned during the first half of the academic year. The most poignant moment of the day occurred when Lady Kathleen (Head of School Kathleen Grove) crowned PamLynn Tucker with the honorary title of “Queen Elizabeth” and announced Mrs. Lynn-Tucker’s plans to retire at the end of the academic year. Mrs. LynnTucker received an extended and enthusiastic ovation for her 35 years of service to Wakefield Country Day School. The “Queen” then gave brief remarks, wiyly observing that the most thunderous applause seemed to have come from the younger students who would not “be subject” to her well known seventh grade British History class. She cautioned them that their celebration might be premature; however, in that Welby Lynn Griffin, another history aficionado with similar high standards, would be replacing her. Mrs. LynnTbcker promised to return for future banquets and other WCDS special occasions. Students come home with honors from TSA competition By Layne and Ron Vickers Special to the Rappahannock News The middle and high school chapters of Technology Student Association attended their 2006 regional competition March 11, in the new Stafford County School, Mountain View High. The combined chapters came back with seven trophies and many other top ten finalists. The day long Saturday event consisted of last minute preparations, written tests, written reports, oral competitions, and on site problem solving. Tyler Crews, Brittani Dodson, Tiffany Wayland and Joe Vickers represented the middle school chapter. The high school chapter was represented by Kev Martin, Larry Oliver, Emily Raney, Megan Smith, Matthew Bywaters, and Clay Vickers. The students were accompanied by their advisors Ron and Layne Vickers. Rappahannock County Middle School winners • A-06 Computer Applications Level I - 2nd - Tyler Crews 4th - Joe Vickers • A-09 Digital Photography Challenge Level I 5th - Joe Vickers 10th - Tyler Crews • A-14 Flight Challenge Level I 6th - Joe Vickers • A-19 Marine Design Challenge Level I 4th - Brittani Dodson, Tiffany Wayland, Cody Dodson • A-22 Prepared Speech Level I 3rd - Tiffany Wayland 4th - Brittani Dodson 5th - Tyler Crews • A-27 Technical Writing Challenge Level I 1st - Tiffany Wayland Photos by Ron Vickers THE WRITE STUFF: Rappahannock County middle schoolers Tiffany Wayland and Brittani Dodson captured first and second place in the Technical Writing Challenge. 2nd - Brittani Dodson 5th - Tyler Crew • A-29 Transportation Challenge Level I 6th - Joe Vickers Rappahannock County High School winners • B-14 Extemporaneous Presentation Level II 3rd - T. Clay Vickers • B-19 Imaging Technology Level II 5th - Anna Owens 6th - Meagan Smith 7th - Emily Raney 10th - T. Clay Vickers • B-22 Prepared Presen tation Level II 2nd - Emily Raney • B-28 System Control Technology Level II 1st - Larry Oliver, Kev Martin, Matthew Bywaters One highlight of the competition was the team victory for Regional 1st place with the high school Systems Control Technology contest. A three-member team must prepare for an on-site problem that they model in Lego® bricks that actually do something. Given only a 2 V2 hour time span, this team must organize itself to problem solve possible solutions and then program the TOP MANAGEMENT: Freshman Joe Vickers was chosen as the Northern Region President for next year. His good friend, Tyler Crews, was named Parliamentarian. remote RCX 2.0 block to perform the necessary functions. This year the students where given an RFP (request for proposal) from Boeing for a new airbag system for its in-development aircraft. They needed a demonstration seat that would protect a passenger in case of a crash. The system must sense if a passenger was indeed in the particular seat, deploy front and side airbags at the command from the pilot’s seat, and could then be retracted by a second signal after the plane came to a halt. Warning lights must also be employed. The team did not have one leader since it took all three young men working steadily to arrive at a satisfactory solution for the judges. “This problem was much harder than last year, but we got it right,” said Kev Martin. Larry Oliver added, “The programming could not even begin until we decided how to model the airbags.” “This was my first time with the team in competition and I LEGO LAUNCH: Coming in at first place in the System Control Technology Level II category had these highschoolers taking Legos to the limit. Matthew Bywaters, Kev Martin and Larry Oliver were challenged with designing a new airbag system for an aircraft. am glad I spent hours learning the software before we left for the contest,” chimed in Matthew Bywaters. Not to be outdone by the high school members, both Tiffany Wayland and Brittani Dodson (both RCES 7th graders) showed the entire region that Rappahannock students can research and write better than most. They spent weeks learning about Global Warming to take first and second place respectively in the Technical Writing Challenge. Layne Vickers commented, “Being an advisor is worth while when former students excel in this much needed skill for the real world.” It was no surprise to Ron Vickers that Emily Raney and Clay Vickers won awards in snpfllfinff pnntncfc www.simplicitymfg.com INTEREST, PAYMENTS or DOWN PAYMENT srONEFULLYEAl H Simplicity is Mowing Perfection. SIMPLICITY Starting At ✓ $1999 NEW Regent Lawn Tractor • 18-hp Kohler to 24-hp Briggs & Stratton engines • 38“ to 50" Free Floating™ mower deck with full-width rollers • Tight 12" turning radius Achieve Lawn Perfection. ! HAS IT ALL! 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While all students that attended did not bring back trophies, they all agreed the experience was rewarding in representing their schools and being able to network with other students with similar interests. The digital photos entered in the Imaging Technology contest were quality material but through missing a slight change in the rules our students received point deductions due to the size of the display. Clay Vickers exclaimed, “Next year I will scan the rules with a passion to make sure it does not nappen again. Next year’s regional contest will be at the same school, but all 200 plus students attending will be presided over by Joe Vickers as he took the office of Northern Region President. He looks forward to this challenge without any thought of his being only a high school freshman. On the bus trip back, he was already developing ideas on how he could perform his new duties and still win contests. 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Area students make Dean’s List Brown makes Dean’s List at Shenandoah University Catherine Brown of Front Royal, a psychology major in the College of Arts and Sciences at Shenandoah University, was named to the fall 2005 Dean’s list and graduated December 17, 2005. Shenandoah University is a comprehensive Level VI University with an enrollment of approximately 3,300 students in five schools. The university offers more than 80 programs of study at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels in the College of Arts and Sciences, Harry F. Byrd Jr. School of Business, Shenandoah Conservatory, School of Health Professions, and Bernard J. Dunn School of Pharmacy. The university also offers courses in the School of Continuing Education and the College of Life Long Learning. For further information, contact the Office of Public Relations at (540) 6654510 or visit the web site at www.su.edu. Brown is the daughter of Jeff and Kim Brown of Front Royal. Riedel makes Dean’s List at Virginia Military Institute Lexington, VA - January 2006 - The following Virginia Military Institute cadet was among the 444 cadets who were recently named to the Deans’ £ist for the first semester, 200506 academic session. To be eligible for the Dean’s List, a cadet must have a grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale and no grade below C. David J. Riedel Jr.- A junior from Washington, VA is majoring in Civil Engineering. Cadet Riedel’s parents are Mr. and Mrs. David J. Riedel Sr.. • VMI, which has an enrollment of more than 1,300 cadets, is the nation’s oldest state-supported military college. U.S. News and World Report has ranked it as the top public-supported liberal arts college in the nation for the last five years. Taylor makes Dean’s List at Liberty University Julie Taylor of Sperryville was named to the Dean’s list at Liberty University for the fall 2005 semester. Taylor was one of 1,840 students at Liberty who earned Dean’s List recognition for the fall. Students named to the Dean’s List earn a ferade point average of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale and carry an academic load of at least 12 credit hours. Liberty University is a private, Christian liberal arts university in Lynchburg, Virginia. Inspiring/ TfumgfiU by Randy Minter I THINKING THE UNTHINKABLE In a culture such as ours that is so steeped in scientific knowledge and medical information, it would be unthinkable to mistake death with anything else. A death certificate is a requirement for burial. However, two and three centuries ago, when comatose and unconscious individuals were not so easily distinguishable from the death, it was possible for people to be buried alive. With this in mind, coffins were outfitted with safety devices that would enable buried individuals to convey their status to the world. In most cases, a string attached from the hand of the buried persons to an above - ground bell was rigged to the coffin. Some so-called “safety coffins” may have been supplied with food and water. Whatever your particular style, taste or preference, we’re here to help you with funeral services. At the MOSER FUNERAL HOME, 233 Broadview Ave, Warrenton, we understand the feelings of loss and grief that can overwhelm you at a time like this. For a tour, call 347-3431. Please send your questions or comments to my office or e-mail me at: moserfh@blackhawke.net "Have me decently buried , but do not let my body be put into a vault in less than hw> days after I am dead ." - dying request of George Washington ' Obituaries Mary F. Chadwell - Native of Rappahannock Mary Frances Chadwell, 86, of Front Royal died Sunday, March 19 in Front Royal. Mrs. Chadwell was bom October 23, 1919 in Rappahannock, County, daughter of Benjamin and Bertha Burke Hawkins. She was a member of Five Iforks Regular Baptist Church in Woodville and attended the Front Royal. Baptist Temple and the Rivermont Baptist Church. She was a member of the Jolly 60s in Front Royal. She was married to the late Shirley Chadwell, Jr. Mrs. Chadwell is survived by a son, Shirley Chadwell, Jr. of Front Royal and his wife, Judy, a sister, Ertha Corbin of Flint Hill, and four grandchildren, three stepgrandchildren and five greatgrandchildren and seven step-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by three brothers, Raymond Hawkins, Otis Hawkins and Milton Hawkins. A funeral service was held Thursday at Maddox Funeral Home conducted by Elder Roger Smith, Reverend Jerry Young and Reverend Danny Clegg, Jr. Interment followed at Panorama Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers were Chris Foster, Jack English, Gene Chadwell, Jim Beissel, Roy Thomas and Jackie Chadwell. Memorial contributions may be made to the Five Forks Regular Baptist Church do Elder Roger Smith, 363 Redman Store Road, Luray, VA 22835. John Robert Jenkins Viewtown resident John Robert Jenkins, 89, of Viewtown, died March 19 at his residence. He was born November 16, 1916 in Hawlin, VA to the late Herbert Kasper and Ida Elizabeth Burke. Mr. Jenkins served in the United States Navy from 1935 to 1939 and 1943 to 1944. He retired from the Naval Ordnance Station in Indian Head, MD after 33 years of service, after which he spent his time working for the Viewtown Post Office. He was a member of Forest Grove Baptist Church. Mr. Jenkins enjoyed the outdoors and cherished his grandchildren. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Elizabeth “Betty” Love Jenkins, two sons, John B. Jenkins and his wife, Caren, and Patrick Jenkins and his wife, Betty Lou, and one sister, Ruby Spicer. Additional survivors include five grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Sylvia, Pearl, Gid, Raymond, Elmer, and Gene. A funeral service was held Tuesday, March 21 at Found and Sons Funeral Chapel, 850 Sperryville Pike, Culpeper. Reverend William Snead and Reverend Mark DeAngelis officiated. Interment followed in Culpeper National Cemetery with honors provided by the Culpeper American Legion Post #330 and the Culpeper V.F.W. Post #2524. Pallbearers were Chester Jenkins, Johnny K. Jenkins, Korby Cattrell, Aaron Mann, Tommy Spicer, Carlton Spicer, Joe Cloud, and Donnie Jenkins. Honorary pallbearers were Roy Jenkins, Carson Jenkins, and George “Beau” Love. Memorial contributions may be made to the Forest Grove Baptist Church, 258 Forest Grove Road, Amissville, VA 20106 and/or Hospice of the Rapidan, PO. Box 1715, Culpeper, VA 22701. Sherlean D. Wayland Viewtoum resident Sherlean Dorothy Dodson Wayland, 66, of Viewtown died Monday, March 13 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was born April 4, 1939 in Culpeper to the late Eugene and Dorothy Bawkey Dodson. • Mrs. Wayland is survived by her two children, Kimberly Wayland and her husband, Glenn August of Viewtown and Sean Wayland and his wife, Nancy of Coatesville, PA, and seven grandchildren. Additional survivors include three sisters, Gloria Switzer, Janet Hitt and Joyce Wilson, and one brother, Ronald Dodson. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence Brown Wayland and two brothers, Clarence Dodson and Eugene Dodson. A funeral service was held Friday, March 17, at Found and Sons Chapel with Pastor Rick Love officiating. Interment followed in Fairview Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made for the ministry of Sean Wayland to Campus Crusade for Christ, 369 N. Sandy Hill Road, Coatesville, PA 19320. C$£t4pue131 acres in 5 adjoining parcels with superb views of the sought after Rappahannock Countryside. 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Alan Zuschlag 540-937-6124 Major's Hollow, Sperryville, VA 16+ 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 Mifc -1 'S;V Big Woods, Amissville, VA 103 acres of rolling woodlands, streams, springs, and old stone walls. In quiet area surrounded by larger farms in easement. Located between thevillages 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 country home. $12,000 an acre. Alan Zuschlag 540-937-6124 Howie Swaim 540-522-3921 Little Hungry Run, Flint Hill, VA Secluded 68+ acres of woodland and fields and bordering on two streams, Hungry Run, and Little Hungry Run. Access to this rolling woodland parcel is through a deeded private right-of-way. Winter views of mountains and surrounding (arms and forest. Very private in desirable area north of Flint Hill. $685,500. Alan Zuschlag Howie Swaim 540-937-6124 540-522-3921 740 Harris Hollow Road, Washington, VA Charming and cozy 2 BD, 2 BA home on 1.37 acres on a bluff overlooking the Rush River. Front porch, gas fireplace and lots of storage. Private, yet accessible to Little Washington and the Shenandoah National Park. Great weekend retreat or starter home. $298,300. Alan Zuschlag 540-937-6124

OUTSTANDING: Kenner Love and Teddy Gentry presented the 2005 Outstanding Forage Producer of the Year \ward to Becky Brown and Cliff Miller of Mount Vernon Farm. Mt. Vernon Farm honored By Kenner Love « Special to the Rappahannock News For the second consecutive year, a Rappahannock County farm was recognized by the Virginia Forage and Grassland Council. Cliff Miller and Becky Brown of Mount Vernon Farm received the Outstanding Forage Producer of the Year Award from the Virginia Forage and Grasslands Council and Virginia Cooperative Extension at their winter meeting. The award is presented to producers who consistently demonstrate innovative and economically viable forage management techniques and who excel at the use of conservation practices that protect water quality. Country Living in Rappahannock County Hl'ME Road - In the Old Dominion Hunt territory of Fauquier County, this 50 + acres will make an ideal horse farm. The land is mostly open with great mountain views and a strong stream. $880,000 Contact Justin H. WUey The MiUjER House C. 1842 - Victorian house on 17.4 acres. The main house has 3 BDR and 2 fill! BA and guest house has 1 BDR and a fireplace. 4 stall bam and outstanding views. $795,000 Contact Thome Auchter NDER CONTRACT ORCHARD Peak - 77 + acres in VOFeasement. Impressive mountain views and surrounded by protected land. Completely private but convenient to Washington. VA. $775,000 Contact Justin H. Wiley NETHEKS Road - The ultimate outckxtr enthusiast property, at the foot of Old Rag in Madison Co.. 7 acres in two lots with pleasant 2 bdr, 2bth cottage. Partially open and fenced. $419,000 Contact Martin Woodard Chancellor's Rock - This 446 acre Hum C ountry estate has a remarkable natural setting, every expected amenity and a splendid letreat for country pursuits. Price upon request. Contact Justin H. Wiley * Slate Mills Road - Lovely 18 acre wooded parcel with a fine house site under towering poplar trees. Complete with road, septic permit and utilities. $298,000 Ctwuct Cheri Wxxkinl The Farmhouse os Jacksos Lase - a large remodeled farmhouse is the heart of this 1()± acre property near Woodville. 3 bdr 4 bth, plenty of room for friends and family. $495,000 Contact Cheri Woodard PASSAGE Creek - Horse farm in Fort Valley, Shenandoah Co. Residence has 3 BDR. 2 BTH. gourmet kitchen, great nx>m. Guest cottage. 6 stall stable, paddocks. 93 acres, trout stream. $1,650,000 Contact Peter Wiley mr 0’BaNNON’s Mill. Road - A cozy home on 4.6 acres, near Boston. 3 bdr, 2 bth. 9 ft. ceilings, stone fireplace, large kitchen and breakfast area, 2 car garage, extensive landscaping $529,500 Contact Clieri Wtxxkuxl IHt C.HUM ON Mill. Run - Ok of Rappahannock's finest restorations, featured in Early American life. Oiginal 179t)'s log home with 2bdr. 2bth and kits of chaim on 25.6 beautiful acres $9454)00 Contact Marlin Woodanl RoCKEDGE - A Beautifully remodeled contemporary home on 15 acres with sweeping views of the Blue Ridge. 3bedrootns, 3 baths, screened porch, stone fireplace. More land available. $749,000 Contact Cheri Woodanl HlCKERSON Mountain I^ND - With views overlooking the Ben Venue Valley, this 14 +/- acre lot is an ideal building site. New road, underground utilities, drainfield permit. $325,000 Contact Cheri Woodard , Hickersos Mot stain Retreat 1 & 2 - in ' beautiful Ben Venue Valley, two duplexes, each on 10 acres. Great rentals or a unique family retreat. $375,000 & $410,000 Cimukl Cheri Wtxxlanl The Farm at Walnut Grove - A spectacular 75 acre tract in two parcels in one of the most desirable areas of Rappahannock County. Includes bam tenant house. $1,489,000 Contact Chen WoodaizJ Chen F. Woodard - 540-987-9080 Justin H. Wiley - 540-672-5603 Peter Wilev - 540-219-3771 Managing Broker Barbara & Thorne Auchter - 540-987-9450 Martin Woodard - 540-987-9080 Ft i rjfT{ H.L4MU]aL T: f m i; iTilf: djiI uRm yL^fi *M.i §>Ti7pYTi ^ iTTi Located in Sperryville and owned by Cliff Miller, the 830 acre Mount Vernon Farm has been in Miller’s family since 1827. Two years ago, Rebecca “Becky” Brown, a second generation farmer from Massachusetts became a partner in the livestock and grazing operation at Mount Vernon Farm. The farm operation raises 100 percent grass-fed beef, lamb, and pork, marketing their products directly off the farm and at area farmers’ markets. In addition to meat products, the farm sells eggs from free range hens and they sell their sheepskins. Brown has worked continuously to improve the farm’s soil and grass health through rotational grazing and other best management practices in an effort to produce a variety freerange, grass-fed meat products that are lean, flavorful, and healthy. According to Miller and Brown’s research, the meat they produce tastes the way nature intended with high levels of CLA, Omega 3’s, vitamin A and E, and beta carotene. All livestock at Mount Vernon Farm have access to fertile, lush pastures and are fed a minimum amount of stored forages until they reach the appropriate age, weight, and quality to be individual ly selected for processing Animals are marketed as free of antibiotics, vaccines, or synthetic growth hormones arid emphasis is placed on handling methods to minimize stress, as stress can reduce meat quality. The farm’s cattle and sheep herds are moved around some 45 paddocks throughout the farm that are created using electric fence. Under this rota tional grazing system, the pa >• tures have enough time to recover before being grazed again, manure is more evenly distributed, and livestock have access to grass when it is at its highest quality. In an effort to achieve the most desirable forage quality, the farm operation also incorporates the use of organic fertilizer and legume over-seeding into its management plan. This eliminates the need for synthetic fertilizers and produces a wholesome diet for the livestock, reducing the need for expensive dietary supplements. Rotational grazing serves as the primary weed control method on the farm. Brown prefers this mechanical weed management to the use of herbicides for both economic and water quality reasons. Mount'Vemon Farm relies heavily on its winter grazing program which starts in midAugust when one-third to one' half of the farm is stockpiled (not grazed) after an application of composted poultry litter Following the first hard frost the cattle are strip grazed through the stockpile. The)’ are moved to a new strip of grass every day throughout the winter which helps reduce the farm’s reliance on hay for win ter sustenance. With the assistance of Virginia Cooperative Extension (VCE), Mount Vernon routinely tests the quality of its stockpiled forages and hay. Test results in late February 2005 indicated that stockpiled fescue that had been previously grazed over was superior in quality than the best hay on the farm that had been stored under cover. Additional farm management practices include improving cattle genetics, using herding and guard dogs to move and protect livestock, and pel forming a business economic analysis according to the high ly recommended “Ranching For Profit” program. With 600 acres of the Mount Vernon Farm already under conservation easement Miller is intent on preserving farmland for future generations. The farm also has about 175 acres enrolled in CREP (Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program), which was instrumental in installing more than ten miles of fence, three wells, and ten permanent watering sites throughout the farm in an effort to protect the sensitive riparian areas from livestock damage by fencing livestock out. The CREP program was essential to the sir cess of the rotational grazing system on the farm. Mount Vernon Farm is con tinually striving to achieve quality forage production because it enhances animal performance and it makes good financial sense. You can learn more about the benefits of grass-fed meat and forage management practices by visit - ing Mount Vernon Farm’s website at www.mountvernon farm.net.

The acorn and the tree xiicjr »ay uie acorn aoesn t fall far from the tree. I’ve heard this before. Heard my father say it. But, the underlying weight of the statement never really struck me like it did one spring day on a Rappahannock trout stream. I have been fishing this stream with and without my father for my entire life. The first trout to ever take my hook was a resident of this stream. I still treasure it today. Surprisingly enough, when people walk into “my room,” as my wife likes to call our basement, the first fish to gamer a comment is this diminutive native trout mounted on an old slab of the once dominant, now all but extinct, American Chestnut. It s not the nice bass or the big pike, not the above average crappie, but the 8 inch brook trout. Most people, it seems, are not as prone to fishing and hunting as generations past and their idea of a mounted fish is usually some huge monster, a remembrance of the mighty struggle for both angler and fish. This trout doesn’t deliver on their expectations and always begs the question, “Why did you mount this little fish?” “Little,” being relative, this is a deceht sized trout and not one to be ashamed of. Especially for the young boy with a bobber, hook and the spin cast reel he found protruding from his Easter basket. These fish average about seven or eight inches, with anything over 10” being noteworthy. But, what these fish lack in size and brute strength is outclassed ten fold by their other attributes. They are a challenge to catch yet, not maddening, and they are the most beautiful fish in our waters, and they inhabit some of the most beautiful, pristine, untouched pieces of landscape around. Found in the cool mountain streams, our native brook trout is not a true trout at all, but rather a char, a relic of the Ice Age. The brook char is (me of the many deposits left in our locale by the climate of that harsh period. I always get a kick out of thinking about their nearest next of kin, the huge Flint Hill Richard Brady 675-3754 richardbradyl@ juno.com Arctic char, thousands of miles to the north. Getting back to the story, like the tree that this acorn has fallen from, I tend to ramble on about things like local history, fish and other items that catch my fancy. It was 6 years ago on that same little stream, fishing for the same little trout as I had my entire life, that new fight was shed on that old saying. I had recently taken up fly fishing, not because it was easier, or that I was so good with spinning equipment that I needed a new challenge. I had decided I needed a new rod and learning to fly fish seemed to be the best way to rationalize the hard earned dollars needed for the purchase. Fly fishing has a way of penetrating into many more aspects of your life than spin fishing. Most fisherman stand and stare at a huge, rack of spin fishing lures, all claiming to have the newest technology and guaranteeing you the best odds of landing your next trophy They often purchase something made of plastic, in Taiwan, tie it to the end of their line and toss it in the drink. The underlying romance of fishing being sucked out by the newest fad. I was searching for a more gratifying experience. Tying my own flies seemed the next logical step. Attached to the end of my fine was a fly I had tied from a squirrel tail I had saved from a previous hunting trip in these very same mountains. Very full circle. As I scrambled along the rocks landing a trout here and there, my father, right in tow, declined time and time again to take a turn casting to the willing brookies. “Happy to be watching.” and “Having more fun watching you catch them.” He recounted a story about how his father used to watch him fish on this very river and how his father was, “Happy to be watching,” and, “Having more fun watching you catch them.” The acorn doesn’t fall far from the tree. But, the acorn wasn’t me. It was my father. lb be continued. Editor’s Note: Our Flint Hill columnist is on break. I think he went fishing. This was submitted by his son, Jason. Hand’s Mule kicking up his heels lom Hand s Mule has just started kicking up his heels again. Ray T. Cannon of Castleton has just produced the story on CD, which is being sold by the Castleton Community Volunteer Fire Department. Support the fire company by buying one or more. They will make great gifts. Mr. Cannon’s retelling of the story is great. You will enjoy hearing it. Cost of the CD is $7.00. A real bargain. Saturday afternoon, around 50 family members and a host of friends, including a number from our local area, attended a party at Culpeper Life Center to honor Mr. Qwen Cubbage, who celebrated his 88th birthday on Tuesday. Last week our community lost two of her native citizens in the passing of Dallas Simpson at 75, who was laid to rest in Culpeper National Cemetery, and Roy Johnson, 90, who was laid to rest in Chestnut Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. Sympathy is extended to both families. Condolences go out to the family of Mr. Arthur Kelly who passed away at his home here in Boston last week. Ground work has begun in preparation to erect the new building for the Salem Fire and Rescue Department and we wish them much sue Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Monty Tayloe CD AVAILABLE: Ray T. Cannon stopped by the Rappahannock New^ recently to talk about his latest CD - “Tom Hand’s Mule”. You can purchase a copy for $7.00 at the Castleton Community Volunteer Fire Department or by calling Ray at 937-4900. All proceeds go to the department. cess. Friday was celebrated as St. Patrick’s Day or as our “old timers” used to say “potato day” for they thought of St. Patrick, the “Irishman” was the day to plant those “Irish potatoes, and that was back when there were very few other varieties, but we have other important happenings on St. Patrick’s Day as we extend birthday wishes to, Nick Norman, Linda Hitt, Jackie Cubbage, Matthew Bragg and Fred Soutter and may our good Lord bless each of you with many more St. Patrick Day celebrations. Of interest to many is that Mrs. Mary Nicholson has re-opened her shop in Woodville for the summer season and looks forward to seeing all her old customers and making new ones. Special services were held Saturday afternoon at Nazareth Baptist Church, here on 707 in celebration of Black History month, with the Righteous Singers of Warrenton as guests and this event was sponsored by the Willing Workers Ministry. Our prayers go out for Mrs. Brian Lee, as she is recovering from a recent fall. Mr. and Mrs. Jake Robinson and Timmy made a recent visit to his mother, Mrs. Mae Ballzinger in Edgerwater, Fla. Belated birthday wishes go out to Jennifer Peregory on Tuesday, Kay Boutchyard on Wednesday and cousin Pauline Kelchner on Wednesday, March 29th • 11 AM to 1 PM With light fare Call for Directions Quality constructed 5 BR/ 51/2 BA home on 30 acres near the Village of Flint Hill. Hexagonal great room provides open concept living, six skylights within vaulted ceiling, large slate-covered gas fireplace, cherry hardwood floors throughout the main living area. Gourmet kitchen, cherry cabinetry and designer appliances. Large master bathroom generously tiled, walk-in shower, Jacuzzi tub and walk-in closets, 180-degree south facing views. Attached 3 car garage, low voltage lighting system, with central and customized cunirui. inpie pane rena wmaows wiin run screens, iwo ncrA liners ana an energy recovery ventilation unit. Domestic hot water is provided by two tank-less, on demand, hot water heaters. This home was constructed in 2001 using materials that provide an extremely energy efficient living condition. Exterior walls are constructed out of Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF). There are six French sliding glass doors varying in size from 6 feet to 12 feet in width. The sliders are triple pane Pella doors. The house is heated and cooled with three energy efficient heat pumps. $1,600,000 This custom built 4BR/2.5BA homo sits on 19 fenced acres. Attached two car garage, terrace, decking with a I balcony off the master bedroom. Three story bank barn with large stalls and two upper levels are designed for I an apartment but used for t storage. A great hunt box in % | Thornton Hill Hounds Hunt Territory. " Appraised and Offered at $850,000 Saturday. All our area folks, for a great meal, don’t miss the Big Country Breakfast, consisting of biscuits, pancakes, sausage, fried- apples, sausage gravy, coffee and Boston Marie F. Atkins 987-8802 juices, to be prepared by our neighbors the Brightwood Ruritan Club and held at their club house on Saturday, April 1 at 7 a.m. until 11 a.m. going price of $5 for adults and $3 for children. For more information call Bob Reid at 948-4026. Please continue in your prayers for those on the sick list and this week we add Mary Chadwell and Roberta Jenkins. & Rick Kohler >40-675-1373 alEstateIU.com/Kohler

Can you get anywhere tomorrow and get back again today?’ j Said I, “My friend, I’d like to go to Morrow and return no later than tomorrow for I haven’t time to bum.” Said he to me, “Now let me see if I have heard you right. You'd like to go to Morrow and return tomorrow night. You should have gone to Morroiv yesterday and back today for the train that goes to Morrow is a mile upon its way. If you had gone to Morrow yesterday now don’t you see, you could have gone to Morrow and returned today at three For the train today to Morrow, if the, schedule is right, today it goes to Morrow and returns tomorrow night. ” Bob Gibson “The Plains.., Marshall.., Front Rawyal.., Strasburg.., Tom’s Brook..,” how well I recall my mother’s memories of the conductor announcing the passing railroad stations as she rode from Washington, D.C. to Woodstock as a young girl to visit her grandfather. Mother was bom in 1915. Effective September 15 of that year, the Front Royal and Washington Motor Transportation Company announced a schedule of bus service connecting Rappahannock County with the railroad in Front Royal. A review of that announcement indicates that one could get from Rappahannock County to ‘Morrow' or anyplace else on the map by catching a “modem and up-to-date Pneumatic-Tired Motor bus holding from 15 to 20 passengers” at Little Washington at either 6:00 a.m. or 4:00 p.m. The fare: Little Washington to Front Royal, $.90 oneway, $1.44 RT. The transit time: one to one and a half hours. At Front Royal the buses connected with a host of passenger trains. Just look at the morning connections: 7:55 a.m. for Washington, D.C. and points North, 11:46 a.m. for Harrisonburg, 8:31 a.m. for Hagerstown with connections at Shenandoah Junction for points North and East, 10:09 for Roanoke and points West. Southbound bus service from Front Royal for the return ride over Chester Gap left at noon and 7:15 p.m. after receiving passengers from midday and evening trains. With a touch of service perhaps now unheard in our oh-so-busy modem world, the buses would wait an hour or more should the arriving trains be delayed. According to Phil Irwin, Front Royal originally had no interest in a train station, but ■ changed its mind when the railroad proved successful. By this time however the mainline passed one mile north of town and a stub was required to ‘connect’ the town. As a consequence, in a maneuver usually required only at larger stations (e.g. Broad St. Station in Richmond) pas The Maples are budding. Dogwods are peeking, and the Redbuds are right behind! ■ uu <.on see an cms spectacular natural oeauty that nature oners from the unique Sycamore Hill House on the hilltop just outside Little Washington! Hie excitement of spring with the colours and joyous sounds of nature are exhilarating as you meander the two miles of walking trails situated on just under 52 acres. SHome has three bedrooms and three baths on the main level, and Kitchen off the Great Room with fireplace. Lower level also has Kitchen in Great room with bedroom and bath adjoining. Workshop, studio and storage areas complete the walk-out lower level. Offered at $ 1,650,000 TJaPPAHANNOCK *BiEAL ESTATE ^^^ESOUHCES 540-675-1190 Butch Zindel butch@rapprealestate.com Trish Bartholomew tbart 1 @earthlink.net fl M www.RappahannockRealEstateResources.com (3 V CturL Wh . ..r fi-|-n' NEW LISTING FT Valley Farmhouse An early farmhouse on 5 open acres along the FT. Valley Road, Rappahnnock County’s most scenic byway. The home features 3 bediooms and 1.5 baths, a large dining room and an inviting country kitchen. Although it is very livable as is, the home has limitless possibilities. The land is open, spacious and well kxated near tire Ha/el Mountain country of the Slienandoah National Park, $429,000 Cheri Woodard 540.987.9080 cfwoodard@earthlink.net senger trains had to back into the station from the mainline. The East-West trains from Front Royal traveled the historic route of the Manassas Gap Railroad MGRR). Chartered in 1850, the line was created to link Manassas Junction (then known as Tudor Hall) with the Shenandoah Valley. By 1854, the MGRR had reached Strasburg, by 1859 Mount Jackson. In possibly the first movement of troops via train, Stonewall Jackson’s soldiers were carried from the Valley to the 1st Battle of Manassas over this line in the first year of the Civil War. The embankment of an unfinished branch line near Groveton served as Jackson’s defensive position at the 2nd Battle of Manassas. Later in the War, trains would transport wounded soldiers West and South over the MGRR mainline to the major Confederate hospital at Mount Jackson. In 1865, nothing but roadbed remained from Manassas to Strasburg for this heavily contested section of track. Following the War, the destroyed portion was rebuilt and the line was extended from Mount Jackson to Harrisonburg. By 1884, business for the railroad, now known as the Virginia Midland Railway, was strong enough that special Christmas holiday excursion trains offered roundtrip tickets from Strasburg to Washington, D.C. for $1.75 (think of it, less than your average latte!). Additional travel • options from Rappahannock became available in the 1920s and 30s. During that period Walter Jenkins operated a daily bus service from Winchester to Fredericksburg via Front Royal and Culpeper traversing all of the current US Route 522 through dear old Rapp. The one-way fare from Little Washington to Front Royal was still just $1. With this service, additional rail connections were now available at each end of the bus route and at Culpeper. People went shopping in Front Royal or Culpeper, by (you don’t mean) taking the bus. In addition to regular stops at each of the county towns, it was also possible to ‘flag’ the buses along the road for more ‘personal’ service. TVy that today and watch/ smell my/his/her exhaust fumes. But all things change. Although most passenger trains were or would soon be in decline by the 1950s, it was still possible to ride the rails from Front Royal to Washington, D.C. as late as 1954. Trailways eventually absorbed the Jenkins bus line and the large carrier would only make stops in the towns. By the mid-seventies, even this convenience ceased. So lest we think of our predecessors as isolated or primitive in their transportation options, it seems they had perfectly adequate public methods for travel to the outside world. Histories & Mysteries Judy and John Tole evrgreenl@earthlink.net Even UPS had nothing on folks back then: both of the bus lines offered freight service in addi* tion to their passenger connections. Tbday, there are only two ways ‘outta here for most folks: 1) The ultimate of personal transport flexibility and luxury: the horseless carriage or 2) fancy or not so fancy footwork (emphasis on work). But at $2.50/gal., the powered option could change dramatically at any time by unintended consequences from a pre-emptive strike gone bad or one or more well-calculated strategic interruptions in the oil production infrastructure half a world away. The old “Pneumatic tires’ and steel rails combo might start to look downright prescient at say, $10/gal. But for the present, we pan all get to “Morrow” anytime we like, night or day. But whatever the conveyance, car, train, plane, ox-cart, rickshaw, mule-team, or (shudder) foot, can we ever solve the ultimate dilemma Bob Gibson poses about our journey: “Can you get anywhere tomorrow and get back again today?” While sorting this out, happy trails to you! Your Country Property Realtors WKUmtm flint Hill, Virginia...Exciting opportunity to own a beautiful 14+ acre tract of mountain land in Rappahannock County. Located just 10 minutes from downtown flint Mill. Perfect for a weekend getaway cabin or a permanent residence. Property is well defined with orange survey markers. Owner will perk with ratified contract. $275,000 JUST REDUCED TO $339,00C Very Nice Rambler located in Rappahannock County, within minutes to Warrcnton, Virginia. Perfect for commuters who travel and need easy access to Route 211. Property is located within 1/2 mile of convenience store and within walking distance to several churches. Call Listing Agent for more information and key location. BRING ALL OFFERS! WAS $349,000 - 'Visit our website and search all of the listings in the MLS system.' Your Hometown Realtors- www.samsneadrealty.cpm 540-987-9243 qj Real Estate Professionals Making Friends For Life ^ ^ Locally owned and managed. Prime Properties in Rappahannock Couniy j Lovely 3BR/2BA Cape on 2.3 ! acres in the village of Flint f Hill. Sweeping Blue Ridge f Mountain Views. Pine floors. Stucco out building with elec- f trie and water. f List price: $425,000 Listed, and sold by Strange & Company. I Under Contract in 15 days. I 65 Plus rolling acres with stone entrance. Historic 2BR, 2 BA log f cabin circa 1845. Stone fire places. Spectacular mountain and pastoral views. Barn, stocked pond. $1,950,000 j Spectacular 55 plus acre tract with outstanding mountain views that go for miles and miles. New gravel road and mature hardwoods on property. 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Home and land transfers These Rappahannock County home and land transfers were recorded in the Rappahannock County Circuit Court Clerk’s office for the period of March 13 to March 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.) Wakefield District Eldon Crowell to Eldon Crowell, Trustee, 46.3923 acres, Tax Map 5-A-160, $0 Mabel P. Lillard to David F. Gillis, 2.113 acres and .220 acres, Tax Map 13-100, $415,000 Piedmont District Daniel Parker Mason to George E. White and wife, .651 acres, Tax Map 26-4C, $195,000 Melvin Lyle Atkins to — Calvin J. Atkins, 1/6 interest in 16.9 acres plus Vi acre, Tax Map 37-37, $35,000 Elda W. Kreamer and husband to Elda W. Kreamer and others, 1.00 acre, Tax Map 262A, $0 Jackson District C. D. Green, Jr. and wife to C. D. Green III and wife, 24.7570 acres, Tax Map 33-55A, $0 • C. D. Green, Jr. and wife to Hugh Wiliam and wife, 4 acres, Tax Map 33-25, $0 Glasser and Glasser, PLC to Evert W. Sowards and others, 25.11 acres, Tax Map 15-15E, $440,000 C.C. Green, Jr. to Nancy Dishner, 2.085% undivided interest in 25.2430 acres, Tax Map 33-5-5, $0.00 Taylor can play the tuba The Marching Virginians, Virginia Tech’s marching band of Blacksburg, Va., consists of 330 students. They held their annual “BAND”QUET in January. Following the meal, Rank Captains, representing each section of the band, presented awards to the musicians best demonstrating hard work, dedication to learning the music and overall improvement. In the tuba section, Rank #57, Brian Taylor was selected as Outstanding Rank Member for 2005. This is Taylor’s first year as a Marching Virginian. There were 24 tuba players trying out. He made the audition and has enjoyed band on the college level very much. The Marching Virginians is Virginia Tech’s marching band that plays for the football games. 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All persons am hateall dwellings advertised are aveflabte on ai> (**s . ,'iasm REAL E STATE OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY, MARCH 26, 1-3PM 3904 Basford Rd, Frederick, MD 3BR, 2B Rancher in great location. Home features: fplc in LR, Irg DR, 2 car gar, deck, on over 1 acre. $429,900 RE/MAX 100, 301-624-5449 „ BIB Dominion Valley Country Club 15090 Sycamore Hills Place, Haymarket, VA 20169-$759,000 5BR, 4.5 BA. Luxury brick front home w/oversized 2-car side load garage on quiet cul-de-sac backing to trees & park. Fully finished basemt w/ media rm, surround sound, theatre seating, game room & MUCH MORE! Gary Holcomb, Re/Max Premier, 703-623-9003. Rt 66 West to 15 North, Left on Dominion Valley Dr, Left on Tournament Dr, Left on Sycamore Hills PI. The Silver Service Homesale Team www.thetdiver9crvtceteani.coin '—r— $375,900 • Remington Wonderful cape cod on almost 1.5 landscaped acres Warm co/.y 4BR/2BA country home. Great room with wood stove, high ceilings. 800-286-3009 ID#2001 Bristow, VA Bristow, VA , 5/6 BR 31/2 BA 4100+ Sq Ft Library. Open Kitchen, Cathedral Ceilings. Media room. Finished, walk-out. Base ment, Hardwood Floors. Grand 2 story foyer with Palladium Window | | Price: Highest Reasonable Offer, Above $597,855.00 01*1 NIK H SI . Iilltl -4:00 pm Sal,Sun. 4/0 Home will he sold Sundas iiisihijo nicau:sr mkasonahi'h <m h.r Information: (70.1) ;ih-57fW LAID-OFF RECENTLY? As S* buses! trucWig company, Shrader National's ousress s growwsandweienmg. • Expenenoe waded but not nqw«d • ComB^-provCedCOLiranngto „ quafec ancxaes .V • $345M57400 lOependng on apsnerw) •Imniea^ Derate to wpenenced drivers < • Stgn-on dots may apply Oar-30W-«W-«IW47-?<B VJt A 5 Vi BEALETON, 1br efficiency apt, no pets, $650 incl util, ref's, dep & 1 yr. lease req'd, (540)439-0771. Bed sit, bath, minimal kitchen, fireplace. Private ent. Horse boarding poss. $600/ m o / n e g (540)351-6036 MARKHAM, 1br apt on farm, sep. entr, new, 3 mis off I-66, all amities, W/D, D/W. FP; mtn views, $950/mo includ utils, no pets, 540-364-6261 Washington, VA, beaut brand new 1BR, kitchenette, LR, wd firs, prvt entr. No pets pis. Pool. $700/mo utls incl. (540)987-8189 Ybur Ad Could be HERE Call Today 347-4222 mm Rental* Condos The Arbors at Suffield Meadows, beautiful new end-unit, 2BR, 2BA in 55+ community. Sun room den W/D, garage/elevator in building, no pets, long/ short-term lease. Water included, amenities. (540)349-2484 or (703)283-6510 With 18 Newspapers In Our Times Community Newspapers Group, We’ve Got Northern Virginia Wrapped up! Call 347-4222 Real Estate for Sale Large Family Home in Braat Neighborhood Close to work, schools, and shopping. 4BR/3BA, 1 FP inviting split level backs into common area makes a wonderful family home. If you were here, you’d be home! 800-286-3009 ID82031 LB The Annie Lauler Corp- • 703-675-2759 (a? Ready to move in! Charming colonial with 3 (Possible 4) Bedrooms, 2 1/2 Baths and 1 car garage. $279,900 CONTACT KIM KUB CROWE H 540-270-2995 & WEICHERT REALTORS REDUCED! - WONDERFUL FAMILY HOME A BARGAIN! ! $619,990 Cascades Sterling, Virginia Siunnng WYETH II" iviouci on v uiuesac. wonuenui yuiet n/noou 4BR/2.5BA . 2 Sir) Fyr, u.d f irs. Huge Gourmet Kit, Calh Ceilings, Open Sunny Floor Plan. Selling for Less then Appraised Value 800-286-.4009 If >#2051 jg 'Hie Annie l.auler Corp. * 704-675-2759 ^ 121 Wateroo St. Bright and sunny charming 1930's home with many updates, 9' Ceilings, arches. COME SEE ME!! Call Marg or Christy Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage 540-349-4800 Fauquier Times-Democrat ADS WORK Call 347-4222 Retail /Flex/ Whse. Hemdon-8,000 SF Whse Sterling-2,222 SF Retail 7,000 SF Office Manassas-8,100 SF Office KLNB 571-382-2061 Retail /Flex/ Whse. Hemdon-8,000 SF Whse Sterling-2.222 SF Retail 7.000 SF Office Manassas-8.100 SF Office KLNB 571-382-2061 W 0p«tH0UM«| II tc£. OPEN HOUSE Sun March 26 l-4pm 290 Fraser Ct. Charles Town, WV Beautiful home on 1.3 acres, 4BR, 2.5BA. Many upgrades including two sunrooms. Kathy Long & Foster 304-268-9876 $598,900 2BR 1BA cottage on 50 acre farm in The Plains Va. Washer/Dryer, H e a t / A C . 540-253-5330 2BR Country House. Perfect for construction worker. $1000/mo + security deposit. Call 703-327-3615 140 N. Hatcher Ave. Purcellville Victorian Home zoned commercial or residential. Remodeled with granite countertops and upgraded appliances. Spacious, newly constructed family room w/wood beams & gas fireplace. $699,000 Call Lee Mellon al 540-295-0939. Sales ■ «T’ ' - Lots & Acreage AUCTION INVESTORS Now's the time to buy! 55 acres to develop or call your own in Marshall/Warrenton, VA (Fauquier County) Partially wooded parcel with spring-fed stream and surrounded by luxury horse farms. Hundreds of poplar and pine trees. Great investment opportunity, new homes being built nearby. Wednesday, March 29 1pm Visit our website for pictures and directions. Terms: 10% down payment and 10% Buyers Premium due on day of sale. Cash, cashiers check, or irrevocable bank letter of guarantee accepted. Closing in 30-45 days. Zedd Auctioneers, LTD VAAF#306 www.zeddauctions.com (“757)622.2226 4BR, 2BA 2-M SFH on 1-acre in Warrenton. $1700/mo. Avail 4/1. 703-447-3071, 571-221-6889. * 4BR/3BA restored Farmhouse near Washington, VA. 2car garage, barn, paddock $1800/mo. Avail. 4/1/06 * 4BR/3BA Farmhouse, W o o d v i 11 e , $125t)/mo Avail. 4/15/06 Call Piedmont Property 540-675-1675 5BR Foreclosure Only $18,500! Stop Renting. For listings call 800-749-8168 ext 1278. ALDIE: 2BR, 1BA, cozy cottage, new carpet & paint, deck w/mtn views. $1350/mo -nits. (703)327-6888. BOSTON VA, furnished 1 br cottage on Hazel River, beautiful setting, $900/mo.+ dep, no pets. (540)547-4998 Clarke County-For Rent 3BR, 2BA Cape Cod, walk out basement, wooded lot, 20 minutes from Leesburg! $1,000 Monthly. Short Term Lease. Call Edna Cross: 703-431-0012. Prudential Carruthers Realtors. Cottage tor rent, 1BR, small study, LR, eat-in kitchen on 1-acre. Near Marshall, no pets, $750/mo. Call 407-469-2454. DELAPLANE, 3BR, 1BA, renovated, $1050/mo mdaven © dlrecway.com, fax: 540-592-3717 Flint Hill/ Amissville: Cabin': 1 Br/loft, Irg kit, W/D, stone FP, Cath. ceiling, porch, on farm. $1000 + utils. Mrs. Brown 540-837-2988. 'lint Hill: New 3BR 1.5BA duplex w/mntn views, gas heat. AvI now. $900/mo + SD. Call (540)635-5600 FOR RENT: 3br, 2ba, split foyer on nice country lot. Includes full walkout basement w/ large family room. Shows well. Near Warrenton, VA. No pets. $ l 200/mo. Owner / Realtor . 703-754-8746 (St LEESBURG: 3BR, 2.5BA duplex. AvI 4/1. 6 or 12 mo lease avail. Small pets cons. Call 571-259-3707. $1585. 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Real E state NOTICES ' 15 . : V: 4,* TRUSTEE'S SALE OF 14 JENKINS LANE Sperryville, VA 22740 In execution of a Deed of Trust in the original principal amount of $103,230.00, with an annual interest rate of 5.8750% from ELWOOD DEWAYNE JENKINS dated March 2, 2005, recorded among the land records of the Circuit Court for the COUNTY OF RAPPAHANNOCK as Deed Book/Instrument # 050000475, the undersigned appointed Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at public auction in the COUNTY OF RAPPAHANNOCK, on the front steps of the Circuit Court building for the County of Rappahannock located at 238 Gay Street, Washington, Virginia on April 6, 2006 at 11:30 AM, the property with improvements to wit: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE NORTHWEST SIDE OF STATE ROUTE 231 LEADING FROM SPERRYVILLE TO MADISON, SAID POINT BEING THE CORNER COMMON TO THE LANDS OF PERLA R. COFFEY, GEORGE W JENKINS, AND SAID ROUTE 231; RUNNING THENCE NORTH 51-1/4 W 500' WITH THE LANDS OF PERLE R COFFEY; THENCE LEAVING THE LANDS OF SAID PERLE COFFEY AND RUNNING A IN SOUTHWESTERLY DIRECTION, THROUGH THE LANDS OF THE GRANTORS A DISTANCE OF 87' TO AN IRON PIN; THENCE IN A SOUTHEASTERLY DIRECTION A DISTANCE OF 510' TO ANOTHER IRON PIN PLANTED IN THE RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF SAID STATE ROUTE 231; THENCE IN A NORTHEASTERLY DIRECTION WITH THE RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF SAID ROUTE 231, A DISTANCE OF 41 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. and described in the above Deed of Trust. (Tax Map No. 38-50B). THIS COMMUNICATION IS FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. TERMS OF SALE: ALL CASH. A bidder's deposit of $10,300.00 or 10% of the sale price, whichever is lower, will be required in cash, certified or cashier's check. Settlement within fifteen (15) days of sale, otherwise Trustees may forfeit deposit. Additional terms to be announced at sale. Loan type: Other. Trustee's File No. 06-96494D.PROFESSIONAL FORECLOSURE CORPORATION OF VIRGINIA, Substitute Trustees, C/O SHAPIRO & BURSON, LLP, 236 Clearfield Avenue, Suite 215 - Virginia Beach, VA 23462 (757) 687-8822. CALL FAUQUIER TIMES-DEMOCRAT TO PLACE YOUR AD TODAY 540-347-4222 , Marshall, VA, 2BR, 2BA, » brick, FP, detached I garg. pets allowed upon approv., References, good credit. Avail, now, Call . Anna 540-349-8411. Martinsburg, WV, nr VA Hosp. IRS. 4BR, 3.5BA, FR w/fpl, Ig MBR, fin bsmt, 2 eg, gas ht, $1500/mo. AvI 5/1. 301-797-8201. MODEST 2br cottage, on horse farm near Middleburg, no pets, $1200/mo, sec dep & ref s. 540-687-3645 Rappahannock, 2BR, 1BA, laundry w/ W/D, appls, CAC, Ig stg bldg, deck overlooking Thornton Rvr, $850/mo + sec dep & refs. NO pets. (540)937-5147 — Stonehouse on quiet farm, The Plains, VA' 5BR, 3BA, LR, DR, Butler's pantry, large country kit. w/DW, laundry rm w/W&D, basement gar., $2000/ mo. + util. Ref req. 540-253-5228 Warrenton. 3br, 2.5ba. utils includ, furnished. $1850/mo. 540-219 -5239. credit ck. www40.brinkster.com/ kellyrdwam/ Warrenton, 3BR, 2BA, bsmt, 1-acre, lease/pur poss., no smok., avail, now. $1650/mo. 540-439-9899 WARRENTON,4BR, 3.5BA, FP, garage, finish bsmt, rec rm, laundry rm, $1795/mo+ dep. No pets. 703-946-1339 For Rent Marsh Run 3BR, 1 5BA. Section 8 voucher required. Avail 4/1. Dep. Required. (540)547-9644 V J LEESBURG: Large furn room, priv BA, w/ kit., rec rm, laundry access in nice family home. N/S. 540-718-9279. •W ?&*&*$***?**)# TOWN COUNCIL and PLANNING COMMISSION JOINT PUBLIC HEARING TOWN OF WASHINGTON, VIRGINIA PURSUANT to Section 6-1-1 of the Town of Washington Zoning Ordinance and Section 15.2-2204 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, notice is hereby given that the Town Council and Planning Commission of Washington, Virginia, will hold a joint public hearing on Wednesday, April 12, 2006 at 7:30 pm in the Town Hall on Gay and Calvert Streets in Washington, Virginia, in order to consider the following application: TW RZ #06-03-01 Application by the Town of Washington for the rezoning of a proposed 4.0 acre parcel of land (portion of Tax Map 20A-1, Parcel 115), a portion of the Avon Hall property, to be rezoned from the existing “RR” Rural Residential zoning category to a new proposed “GS” Government Services category. Said rezoning application contingent upon adoption by the Council of the new proposed “GS” zoning category and related standards, the subject of a public hearing at the same meeting. The Town Council proposes to sell the proposed parcel to the County of Rappahannock. Rezoning allowed under Section 9-1-1 of the Town of Washington Zoning Ordinance. A COPY of the foregoing application is on file at the Zoning Office in Washington, Virginia, and is available for public inspection, Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm. Said application will be reviewed by the Town of Washington Planning Commission first for such recommendation as the Commission may wish to make pursuant to Section 9-3, if any, and then considered by the Council. The above-named applicant, adjacent property owners, and any other parties desiring to be heard should be present at said meeting or should address their written comments to the Town Council, do P.O. Box 519, Washington, Virginia 22747, in advance thereof. BY: John W. McCarthy Zoning Administrator 3/23/06, 3/30/06 974000 TOWN COUNCIL and PLANNING COMMISSION JOINT PUBLIC HEARING TOWN OF WASHINGTON, VIRGINIA PURSUANT to Section 6-1-1 of the Town of Washington Zoning Ordinance and Section 15.2-2204 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, notice is hereby given that the Town Council and Planning Commission of Washington, Virginia, will hold a joint public hearing on Wednesday, April 12, 2006 at 7:30 pm in the Town Hall on Gay and Calvert Streets in Washington, Virginia, in order to consider the following application: TW RZ #06-03-01 Application by the Town of Washington for the rezoning of a proposed 4.0 acre parcel of land (portion of Tax Map 20A-1, Parcel 115), a portion of the Avon Hall property, to be rezoned from the existing RR Rural Residential zoning category to a new proposed GS Government Services category. Said rezoning application contingent upon adoption by the Council of the new proposed GS zoning category and related standards, the subject of a public hearing at the same meeting. The Town Council proposes to sell the proposed parcel to the County of Rappahannock. Rezoning allowed under Section 9-1-1 of the Town of Washington Zoning Ordinance. A COPY of the foregoing application is on file at the Zoning Office in Washington, Virginia, and is available for public inspection, Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm. Said application will be reviewed by the Town of Washington Planning Commission first for such recommendation as the Commission may wish to make pursuant to Section 9-3, if any, and then considered by the Council. The above-named applicant, adjacent property owners, and any other parties desiring to be heard should be present at said meeting or should address their written comments to the Town Council, do PO. Box 519, Washington, Virginia 22747, in advance thereof. BY: John W. McCarthy Zoning Administrator 3/22/06, 3/29/06 973540 Sterling: SFH, turn rm w/prvt dish TV, shr BA, kitchen, laundry. $450 + utils. 703-450-2264. ALDIE/StoneRidge TH 3BR incl lux mstr suite. 3.5BA, FP, 1 car gar, W/D, 3 fin Ms. $1760. AvI 4/1. 703-858-1526 ASHBURN: 2Br, 1Ba, kit, W/D, sep. ent., $1000 + electric. 703-609-7032. 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. Rwttalt — Office EXECUTIVE Offices in Warrenton, 6 single rm offices, common conf rm, all town conveniences, quiet, utils incld, consultants or no traffic clients pref'd. 540-347-4154 or 540-347-1656 Office space for rent. The Clarke Times-Courier has office space available for rent. For details call Pam Lettie @ 703-669-3022 WAREHOUSE SPACE AVAIL Remington. For storage & ears. Contractors Welcome. Gated & secure. Ample parking. 540-439-6007 ADS WORK Call 540-347-4222 090 Vacation' Rentals BETHANY BEACH, DE. 2BR Condo, pool, tennis, tv/vcr/dvd. $875/ wk. 703-437-5684. 0 B X, COROLLA Whalehead Beach. 6BR, 4VbB, 800’ to beach. Pool, hottub. Summer wks avail. Call 571-223-0297 r. 100 For Sale By Owner ' Fauquier Co. Orlean, 10.3acs, 3BR country contemporary. $650K. 540-586-5091 , 540-364-2111 LIKE NEW, 3/4br, 2.5 ba TH, new carpet/ paint, garage, Mews ot Menlough. Warr. $334K. Available for rent. 540-347-7313 MT GILEAD, MT GILEAD, MT GILEAD! Charming 2 Bed home on 3 perfect acres. 3 car detached garage, 5 ' Bed septic & more. $599,900. Call (703)777-9294 Orlean/Marshall, 6.52 wooded acs. partial drive, 4BR perk, OLREA (540)364-1895 Warrenton, VA Fauquier Co. Wonderful rural 3BR, 2.5BA split foyer. Private water & septic. Brand new 2-car garage/workshop, large multi-level deck, formal DR, unfinished basement, situated on 1.3 acr cul-de-sac. Huge yard for garden and room for kids to play! $429,000 Bring offers! Cali for appt. 540-270-6156 Fauquier Times-Democrat: Where the Readers Are! Call Today 540-347-4222 HAWKINS LANDSCAPE & GARDEN Weeding, Flower Beds, Edging, Shrubbery Trimming, Mulching, Tree Trimming. Call Lee 540-788-9473 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 Attn Investors FIXER UPPER Charming 3 BDRM, 2BA, on Blue Ridge Mtn Rd, 1 mile to Rte 7. 4 bdrm perk, endless potential for a flip, priced to sell. Call Jenny with Carter Braxton (540)454-1079 Battlefield Est. 4 bed Col. Berryville, fin bsmt, sunroom, fresh paint, fenced y r d, deck. $469,900. 540-9123 Ace Realty, Inc Bealeton, VA: Crest Lane Knolls subd. 2 story, 3BR, 2.5BA, 1/2 ac lot on cul-de-sac. Nr schls. $365k. $5k closing cost paid. Immed occpy. (703)674-8014 Foreclosure. 5BR. Only $18,500! Must sell! For listings call 800-749-8168 ext R528. Lake Gaston/VA/NC Waterfront home. $525,000. Free info. Wilkie Real Estate. Inc. Leave contact info at lkgaston@gte.net 800-384-5924 OPEN SUN. 2-4 7237 Traphill Way Gainesville, VA Best Value! Spectacular. almost hew 2500 sq ft. 3 lvl 3-4 BR brick TH & 3 BA. Bumpouts all 3 lvls. Sunroom FR Walkout lvl FR, BA. & bonus rooms. Loads of upgrades & waterview! Call Mary-Ann @ THIS SOLD HOUSE, INC. 703-281-5612 WARRENTON Model Cond. 2 yrs young, wd firs, ceramic, 2 story fam rm, deck, patio, 2 wet bars, media rm, upscale development. $599,000 Call Steve Frank RE/MAX 703-447-6669 Classified Ads Work Call 347-4222 PUBLIC/LEGAL iiv/ilvCiij M •», * TRUSTEE'S SALE OF 16 CASTLETON VIEW ROAD Castleton Virginia PARCEL #50-48E Pursuant to the terms of a deed of trust dated July 18. 2000. in the original principal amount of $80,000.00 recorded in the Clerk's Office. Circuit Court for Rappahannock County, Virginia, in Deed Book (KKKM)I(X)7. the property briefly described below w ill be offered for sale at public auction: All that certain lot or parcel of land on Stale Route 616, containing 2.022 acres, more or less. Beginning at a found pipe being the northeast corner of Tax Map #50-48D and being the northwest comer of the 2.022 acres hereby described, said point being in the southerly right of way State Route 616, thence along said right of way with a curve to the right having a radius of 142.11 and an arc distance of 77.23’ thence along a curve to the right having radius of 293.52' and an arc distance of 79.70' thence S 13.25' 45" H. 96.78' to a found pipe, thence leaving said right of way and following along the property line now or formerly owned by A.K Cannon, the following courses: S 53.00' 28" W 29.94' thence S 09 28' 28" W 68.70' Thence S 00 32' 32" E 162.00' thence S I 1° 49' 32" E 150.50' to a set pipe, thence leaving the property line of A.F. Cannon N 51 12' 31" W 350.72' to a set pipe, thence N 22 26' 50" E 417.33' passing over a pipe at 75.00' being the corner of Tax Map #50-48D and follow ing the property line of Tax Map #50-48D to the point of beginning, as the same is duly dedicated, platted and recorded as Instrument Number 00-35, among the land records for Rappahannock County. Virginia, as more particularly described in the referenced Deed of Trust, (the "Property”) The sale will take place on March 29, 2006 at 9:00 a m. at the main entrance to the building housing the Circuit Court for Rappahannock County. Virginia. Terms: A deposit in the form of certified funds in the amount of $8,000.00 or 1091 of the successful bid. whichever is lower, is required of any bidder at the time of sale. Closing w ithin fifteen (15) days of sale. Time is of the, essence. The property will he sold subject to all easements, covenants, conditions and jiens of record. Additional terms will be announced at sale. Purchaser to pay all closing costs. Sale subject to Seller confirmation. Stephen B. Wood and Nicole L. Rossi and F & M Services. l. C . Substitute Trustees FOR INFORMATION CONTACT: Stephen B. Wood. Friedman & MacFadyen. P.A.. 1601 Rolling Hills Drive, Ste. 125. Richmond, Virginia 23229, Telephone: (804)288-0088 Ref#2071 16 Ad dates: March 9, 2006 March 16. 2006. March 23. 2006 5.98 ACRES in Berryville close to town. $330,000 540-9123 Ace Realty, Inc FAUQUIER CO. FSBO (2) 2 ACRE APPROVED LOTS $199,900/ea. AND/OR 28.7 ACRES. Perfect for Horses. Open & Rolling w/ Water. State Route 658 & 786. $649,900 Call 540-547-4197 LINDEN, perked, conventional, 3.2 acs, 1.5 mis access to I66. 540-635-9435/ 540-551-2552 Marshall/ Warrenton Area 3 acres, wooded site with conventional Fauquier Co: Warrenton Area 17 acs, may be divided into 2 lots. Wooded, private, state road frontage $525K Emily Henry Long & Foster 540-341-3528 Emily Henry Associate Broker Long & Foster 800-523-8846 Ext 3528 540-341-3528 Direct 492 Blackwell Road Warrenton VA 20186 540-347-0825 Fax Mt. Jackson, 2 beaut 22 acs lot. Views, pasture, stream. 1 w/ brick house (needs renovation). Possible owner finance. 540-270-6180 Smith Mtn Lake, VA: 4.78ac lake frontage "Lake Tahoe of the East”. Springs, woods, pastoral views, on cove nr golf course. 30 mins Roanoke. Well & septic approv. Photo avail. 540-297-0968. 3br, Handyman special. Mt. Jackson, very near Bryce Resort. 8acs. some, horse fencing, stream. $120K. 540-270-6180 It took 6 YEARS to graduate. Find a job in about ' 6 MINUTES. Times Classified 347-4222 135 RealEstate RENTERS Why rent when you can own? STOP paying for someone else s home. FREE information on homes for what you pay in rent! buyahome inNOVA.com RE/MAX Gateway BmuIHuI Smith Mtn Lake a great place to live, retir, play or invest, 3718 sq ft new construction, 125ft WF, level lot, 3BR, 3Ba, dbl car garge, dbl boat lift, granite counter tops & many upgraded features, $899K. Phil Rife, Remax Lakefront, 540-580-6363 or email cbrife@aol. com DISTRESS SALE Bank foreclosures Free list of Foreclosure Properties. Receive a free Computerized Printout 877-532-7286/D# 1042 www virginiadistress sale.com NO MONEY DOWN Free list of Properties Available with No Down Payment 877-532-7286/D# 1043 FIXER UPPER Bargins, three homes need work, Lowest Prices. Call for a FREE List 877-532-7286ID# 1048 www.allvafixer uppers.com FIRST TIME BUYERS Why Rent When You Can Own FREE list of homes. Avail w/ no money down, Under $1500/mo 877-532-7286/D# J05t www. stoppaying rentlnva.com The Annie Lauler Corp. Find Out What Your Home is Worth On-Line visit'.www. VirginiaHomeValu. com Smith Mtn. Lake Great waterfront lot,117 ft WF, gentle slope, wooded, deep water, private, active septic permit, excellent investment or home site. $399K. Phil Rife, Remax Lakefront, 540-580-6363, or email cbrife@aol. com Ads Work Call a Rep Today Call 347-4222 J Sumerduck VA 7 YRS Young, Renovated, split Ivl, 4br, 3 fba on over 2 acs, natural stone front, new hdwd fls in LR /DR, tile in kit w/ new stainless steel appls, fully finished walkout bsmt. No HOA or covenants. $380K 703-371-7082 Prop Locate Realty Winchester 3/Z.5/2, cul ■ de-sac. all brk. Georgian colonial in all brk. subdiv. 3/4 oak on 1 st fir, Corian kit. gas frp all appl, 2 min to Old Town. Much more! $419,000. PRINC ONLY. 540-664-8000. Sully Station 3BR, 3.5BA, 3 level TH. Beautiful, Immac., shows like a model! Decorator fin, new hardwood floors, gourmet kitchen. MBR w/lux bath & s e p. shower. Custom deck. Unique touches. FX5477199. Call 240-731-3974 or 240-888-3603/ email kbrennan® hagner.com. Kate or Kevin Brennan www.hagner.com $469,900,000 ■ • I Randall Hagm \ HUE 1 Appliances V J BRAND NEW-DOUBLE QUEEN PILLOWTOP SET in plastic w/war $150. Can deliver 703-378-8866 Cherry Bedroom Set w/bed/drsr/mirr/chsl/nstand Still boxed $550. Can dlvr 703-263-7888 FULL SIZE MATTRESS SET. New in plastic $135. 703-263-7888 KING PILLOWTOP SET $250 in factory plastic w/ war. Can Dlvr 703-378-8866 QUEEN 17 EXTRA # PLUSH Pillowtop matt * box set. New in plastic $395. Can del 703-898-8768. Classified Ads Work Call 347-4222 Join the Times Community DISCOUNTS on your yard sale & other classified ads. to have a successful yard sale! In Addition... Members will qualify for entry into yard sale contests and promos throughout the year. FREE yard sale signs. FREE'yard sale price stickers. TIPS on how Join Today! 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£36 n** **■* a*«d J Mulch Hay, square & round bates in central Loudoun. Covered w/ easy access, quantity disc. 703-728-1951 “ > * '240 Horwa . " - • , \ i Black Thoroughbred Mare, Palomino Quarter Horse Filly for sale. $1000 each/ $1500 for pair. (540)937-5614 TT* T A Lawn/Garden Equipment _ _ _ J Stan Haworth ★ I sell Trees & Shrubs ★Locally grown ★Wholesale prices to everyone By appt. only 540-347-3681 540-270-9712 C~ 248 V_ ( 252 Livestock V_) Lamas, prices start @ $500. Show. Pets, Packing, Guard, Fleece. 540-987-9336 Sam or Wanda Snead. HillCrestLalamas.com AURORA HO SLOT cars wanted. 1960s Model Motoring. Also, Atlas. Tyco, AFX, Marx. Lionel. 703-960-3594 Bruno Pwr Chair #PWC2300. New cond. Oxygen bottle carrier. $1500. 2 Rascal #245. Gd cond. Auto seat adjustment, small rear basket, new tires & batt. Oxygen bottle carrier, supermarket basket. $600 each. 703-787-7779 HOT TUB: Never used, still in wrapper, 31 jets, seats 6 Ozone, watertall, lifetime warranty on shell. Retail $6500 Must sell $3700. Can deliver. 571-237-5015 LP GAS Fireplace. Only used 3 mos. Fiberglass sliding patio door. Call 703-753-4057 261 Miscellaneous Wanted GUITARSSEEKING ACOUSTIC GUITARS W/ PICK UP FOR PLUGGING INTO AN AMP. INTERESTED IN ANY MODEL (703)405-2447 Guitar & Amp, Squire Stratocaster 20th . Anniv. edition. Fender Princeton 65 DSP Performance Amplifier, barely used, perfect cond. 540-349-4469 VOLUNTEER drummer, guitarists, bassists, keyboardist & back-up vocalists. For a Christian group Call Carina after 5pm at 540-439-6944 273 Pete " V - : J Bichons - non-shed fluffballs, $400+ Yorkies - playful All shots/guar. $700+. Both ACA. 703-431-3034 Black English Lab Puppies. AKC reg litter. Champion Bloodlines. Avail. 4/21/06 $750. (703)868-9023 Dishes, kitchen Items, table, lamps, end tables, much more. Some items for sale too. (540)347-9353 FREE 4 room satellite. Call 800-811-8410. Enter code 16077 FREE FILL DIRT If you can take 100 loads or more. Call 703-771 -3975 Well aged horse manure with straw for gardens. You load! (540)687-3273. -— - 385 Lawn/Garden V J DOUBLE-SHREDDED hardwood mulch. Chips & top soil. Free delivery. 703-868-2524 Non-denominational church, seeking membership. Come & join us to hear the word of God. Services: Sundays @ 10am with praise & worship service.Call Rev. Donaid Carpenter 540-439-4398 In mid April, Dr. Dale Schusterman will be shredding all patient files dated prior to 12/31/2000. For more information call: 703-757-9268. For all of your Employment Needs call the Fauquier TimesDemocrat 540-347-4222 Pay for your home over 30 YEARS. Find it in about 30 MINUTES Times Classified 347-4222 or FAX 349-867'' Employment AUTOMOTIVE •Full Service Line Tech •Quick Service/ Light Maintenance Tech Must be exp'd. Salary & com'sion. Pay based on skill & exp Marshall Ford Mike Augun 800-289-2810 Your AD Could BE HERE Call 347-4222 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 Carpenter Helper/ Laborer Must have transportation. Call Jim (540)987-8453 cell 540-212-3659 COMMUNICATIONS Installers wanted for 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 CARPENTRY Independent contractors wanted for kitchen and bathroom remodeling. Great pay and local work. Contact 540-347-1028 Wait Staff The Ashby Inn & Restaurant, in Paris, VA (18 mis east of Winchester, Rt 50) 866-336-0099 or 540-592-3900 Fax resume to: 540-592-3781 FOREMAN SC PER VISOR for an Electrical Contractor. Commercial/ Residential-VA work only. Supervision and scheduling of all field employees and piece workers to meet deadlines. Manage job production and materials. Good communication skills. Ability to handle a wide range of tasks and multiple priorities. Knowledge of the trade and codes in order to get the inspections completed. Five years at least experience that includes single family homes and townhome construction. Excellent pay with paid vacation/holidays, health insurance, transportation provided. Apply by appointment only. KC ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS (540)349-8500 E.O.E. FARM HELPER The Plains, VA Must have experience in farm equipment, mowing, and mechanical abilities. Green card and own transportation required. Possible housing available. Call John 6-9 pm 540-349-4608 PART TIME GRAPHIC DESIGNERS We're looking for part-time graphic designers to work Monday and Tuesday evenings, Thursdays and Saturdays creating an interesting variety of black and white and 4-color ads for our group of 18 Northern Virginia newspapers. Designers work on Macs with OSX. Must be skilled in Quark, Illustrator, and Photoshop. Email resume and cover letter to kdavis@timespapers.com. northern Virginia WARRENTON OVERLOOK HEALTH & REHABILITION CENTER A 115 bed Skilled Long Term Care Facility has the following employment opportunities available: ❖ SOCIAL WORKER ❖ CHARGE NURSE - RN or LPN 7am - 3pm shift and $2000 Sign-on bonus for 11pm - 7am shift ❖ CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANTS $1000 Sign-On Bonus - 3pm-11pm ❖ HOUSEKEEPING / LAUNDRY AIDE We offer scheduling, competitive wages, bonuses, differentials, holiday pay, PTO. health, vision, dental and life insurance, medical treatment discounts, STD, LTD, tuition reimbursement, educational opportunities, retirement plan, credit union, caring supportive staff and much more. For more information please contact HR at: 360 Hospital Dr; Warrenton, VA 20186 Phone 540-349-1919 Fax 540-341-0431 scotts@faucjuierhospital.org AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIANS The areas fastest growing dealer is now expanding our service department and HIRING TECHS for all shifts. We offer: •Top pay •Easy Commute •Plenty of work •Great benefits •401k •Excellent equipment •Paid training •Great work environment •Opportunity to advance •Flexible hours •Exploding new and used car sales Country Chevrolet, Warrenton, VA Call: 540-341-2072 Fax: 540-428-2817 Veterinary Receptionist Needed in Warrenton.Full-time, experienced receptionist needed for small animal hospital. Competitive salary, medical/dental benefits, short- and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid vacation, and more. Fax resume to 203-255-4622 or e-mail ChervlSonlck@healthvpet.ora. Veterinary Technician Needed in Warrenton.Full-time, licensed or experienced vet. tech, needed for small animal hospital under new management. Competitive salary, medical/dental benefits, short- and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, vacation, and more. Fax resume to: 203-255-4622 or e-mall: ChervlSonlck@healthvpet.ora SECRETARIES 3 temporary positions mid-March through July in Meadows Farms busy Landscape Dept, in South Riding area. Permanent positions possible. Customer service, answer phones, filing, some computer input. 9am-5pm Mon - Fri. $9 per hour, employee discount. Call 703-327-5050 ext 200 to set up interview ACCOUNTING/ OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR Accounting/ Office Administrator needed. Must have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, high level of confidentially. a positive attitude, and ability to pass a 10 year background check. Respsibilities include accounts receivable and payable, human resources including payroll and benefits, and other office duties. Experience with QuickBooks software is a must. Excellent benefits, salary commensurate with experience. Call 703-858-5169 or email: rmacher@alltranspack.com ACCOUNTANT Landscape design and installation business seeks full-charge accountant. Applicant should have minimum of 5 years of accounting related experience and thorough knowledge of all aspects of GL, AP, AR, PR, Inventory, Job costing. Responsible for daily accounting functions, monthly computerized financial statements, payroll, business license and sales tax filings. Person should be able to work independently, take on responsibilities, and have experience with computerized accounting packages. Company offers health insurance assistance, 401 k and FSA programs. Salary based on experience.Send resume with salary requirements to: Tom Neil 4641 Sudley Road Catharpin, VA 20143 fax 703-754-2653 e-mail: tomn@ahlandscape.com Times Community Newspapers, For all of your Employment needs. 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 + actixJ 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 n Structural Systems, Inc., a leading manufacturer and distributor of residential housing components has immediate openings at our Culpeper, VA location for the following positions: Class A CDL Driver Looking for a Class A CDL Driver to deliver manufactured building components, this does include wide loads. All applicants must have a clean driving record. Deliveries are typically within 150-200 mile radius ... home every night! Utility Crew Member Proficiency in carpentry and building trade skills is a must. Some experience in residential wiring, masonry and grounds keeping is preferred. Ability to read blueprints would be a plus. 1st Mechanic Individual will be responsible for facility/ machine maintenance. The ideal candidate will possess a mechanical background. Mechanical knowledge of forklifts is preferred. Overtimewill be required and salary will be based on experience Great Benefits: Health Plans, Dental & Vision, 401 (k) Plan, Life & Disability Insurance Please forward your resume with cover letter and salary requirements to: Structural Systems, Inc. Attn: Human Resources, 201 Poplar Avenue, Thurmont, MO 21788; 800-800-7414, x260; Fax: 301-271-5259 Web-Site: www.structuralsystems. com; Email: humanresources@structuralsystems. com Equal Opportunity Employer Arcom Publishing Staff Vacancies ACCOUNTING; Accounts Receivable Specialist (#223) - CHQ • Status: Full-Time • Date Available: Now • 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 later than the 3rd day of each month. Oversees accurate cash application. Cash and credit card payments will be posted to customer 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, particularly in database and spreadsheet programs. Contact; accounting @ timespapers.com ADVERTISING: Display Ad Consultant (#323) - Fairfax & LTM • Status: Full-Time • Date Available: Now • Duties: The front line business representative of this newspaper with the business community and is directly responsible for growth and full service of assigned territory and for combination display and online advertising sales. • Qualifications: Sales experience preferred, excellent customer service skills, organized and motivated. Contact: mmohr@timespapers.com or felton @www.timespapers.com Real Estate Advertising Consultant I#327A) - Fairfax • Status: Full-Time • Date Available: Now • Duties: Serves as a professional consultant for the company to each real estate advertiser and is responsible for sales growth and full service of assigned territory accounts. Completes entry orders and other paperwork accurately and by deadline. • Qualifications: Sales experience preferred, excellent customer service skills. Contact: classiter@www.timespapers.com Junior Display Ad Sales Consultant (#322A) - Fauquier, Loudoun, Fairfax • Status: Full-Time • Date Available: Now • 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, semiannual or quarterly basis based on client needs. Understands concept of R01 and managing customer expectations. • Qualifications: Candidate must be organized, motivated, detail oriented, dependable and have superior customer service skills. Contact Supervisor: rfeIton@timespapers.com or psymington@www.timespapers.com or mmohr@timespapers.com CIRCULATION: Customer Service Assistant (#630) - FTD • Status: Full Time • Date Available: Now • Duties: answer phones and assist customers with circulation questions, become familiar with circulation systems and policies • Qualifications: Excellent organizational and administrative experiences, pleasant telephone manner, computer experience and circulation experience preferred. Contact Supervisor: jwhistler@timespapers.com Single Copy Sales Manager (#622) - FTD • Status: Full Time • Date Available: Now • Duties: manage newstand delivery operation including carrier distribution, quality control of equipment, route management, sale collections and other circulation tasks - docs require some work outside of the office. • Qualifications: Excellent administrative skills, some computer experience and newspaper circulation experience preferred. Contact Supervisor: jwhistler@timespapers.com Fairfax Circulation Distribution Manager (#628) • Status: Full Time • Date Available: Now • Duties: Hands-on distribution of papers from Gannett dock to TCN trucks and carriers, inter-office distribution of newspapers, collecting money from coin boxes in Fairfax and service checks on single copy locations and boxes, maintaining Fairfax archives and assisting circulation manager as needed. • Qualifications: Basic computer skills, good driving record, excellent organizational skills and communicate well on phone and in person. Contact Supervisor: dgriggs@www.timespapers.com Retail Distribution Manager • Status: Full Time • Date Available: Now • Duties: Responsible for maintaining a visible presence for our weekly newspapers at newsstands, retail stores, vending and rack locations and other high traffic places such as Metro stations and bus stops. Will work to increase outlets where papers are available. will maintain and improve retailer relationships, enhance retail position and point-of-purchase displays, and manage draws and returns. • Qualifications: must have 3-5 years of experience in distribution, retail and/or route sales, solid written and oral communication skills, strong attention to detail, and a willingness to work a flexible schedule. Contact Supervisor: dgriggs@www.timespapers.com CLASSIFIED Classified Sales & Production Administrator (#414) • Status: Full-time • Date Available: Now • Duties: Provide internal support to all Classified Consultants, serve as a liaison between the Classified sales and Production department, responsible for coordination of all classified special projects and theme pages, help generate new business leads for ewntry in AIMS, handle insert orders, handle and typeset all house ads, and pull and mail tearsheets for advertisers weekly. • Qualifications: Good verbal and written communicaton skills, PP1 system experience, and experience wiht Excel, Word and Access programs. Contact Supervisor: mcourtney@timespapers.com Special Classified Advertising Consultant (#416) - LTM (2) & FFX • Status: Full-time • Date Available: Now • 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 Calssified Manager. Maintains account information in AIMS. Follows up on all leads assigned and submits a written status report as required by Ad Manager. Haf fully lead and managed all classified directories for aH Times Community Newspapers, including also 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. Contact Supervisor: mcourtney @ timespapers com Outside Recruitment Advertising Consultant (#420) - LTM • Status: Full-time • Date Available: Now • Duties: Build agency and recruitment display revenue by means of a professional positive telephone, e-mail and personal sales program • Qualifications: Three to five years’ sales experience excellent customer service skills, superb oral and written communication skills. Contact Supervisor: mcourtney@timespapers.com CREATIV E SERVICES: Creative Services Designer/level One (#736) - LTM Status: Full-Time and Part-time • Date Available: Now • Duties: Under direct authority of the Creative Services Manager to design and produce creative ads, see that production deadlines are timely met and positively asssure that excellence of creative advertising quality is maintained in each ad produced. Qualifications: Professional experience in advertising design, PC/Mac experience required. Demonstrated proficiency in Mac knowledge. Knowledge and demonstrated proficiency in use of QuarkXPress, Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. Good design skills, excellent typing skills, and strong attention to detail. Contact Supervisor: kdavis@timcspapers.com EDITORIAL; Sports Reporter (#525) - FT1) Status: Full-Time • Date Available: Now • Duties: Able to write accurate, entertaining copy on strict deadlines. • Qualifications: Writing and game coverage experience required. Contact Supervisor: rearl@timespapers.com Ad Layout Supervisor (#716) - LTM • Status: Full-Time • Date Available: Now • Duties: Hired advertising production staff, enter all ad information into billing system, verify ad layouts, inserting reports, scheduling/reserving color and black and white ad placement. Qualifications: Minimum one year supervisory experience, excellent reputation tor attention to detail, able to make quick decisions in best interest of the company, computer knowledge, excellent verbal/written communication skills, and must be able to work well under pressure. Contact Supervisor: dbaker @ www.timespapers.com Level 1 Paginator (#747) - LTM • Status: Full-Time • Date Available: Now • Duties: To recreate newspaper pages from dummies provided by editors in the QuarkXPress program, to sec 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. Contact Supervisor: sconroy@www.timespapers.com Creative Services Manager(#NEW) - LTM • Status: Full-Time • Date Available: Now • Duties: To provide leadership and design direction to our team of designers. Position requires a skilled design leader with strong talent for advertising design and creative direction who can establish a positive and proactive team-oriented culture and lead by example. Ability to work closely and successfully with sales managers and ad consultants. Qualifications: Strong graphic design and illustration skills, and proficiency in Quark. PholoShop. and Illustrator, Experience with In-IXsign a plus. Contact Supervisor: dbakler@timespapers.com Community Newspapers NORTHERN VIRGINIA

Employment LANDSCAPING & GARDENING Work outdoors in beautiful Rapp County landscaping & gardening, seasonal position. Equip, operation or plan knowledge a plus, hard work - good pay. Leave contact info at: 540-675-2344 OFFICE ADMIN. F/T. Seeking experienced individual with sharp image for our growing company located in Rappahannock County, VA Duties include admin, A/P, and Microsoft Office utilization, knowledge of Quickbooks a plus. Excellent benefits,. Fax resume with cover letter and salary requirements tc 540-987-9645 or email to: Rhonda@mld-stateelectricmotors.com. INNKEEPER Love people? Service oriented? Need mature individual as innkeeper at award winning B&B in Warrenton, VA. Must live nearby, have flexible hours, exceptional phone and e-mail skills, exuberant personality, lots of energy. Up to 40+ hrs/wk. Hourly position. Salary commensurate with experience. Send resume to: relax@ blackhorseinn.com or fax 540 349-4242. Northern Virginia Drilling, a Manassas based company seeks experienced Held Service Mechanic Diesel, hydraulic and welding experience a plus. Company vehicle provided. Applicant must have a valid driver's license: CDL preferred but not required. Wage rate based on experience. Please contact Kevin or Jack at 703-361-6859 Retail Distribution Manager Full Time- Reston or Leesburg Times Community Newspapers, the largest local newspaper group in Northern Virginia, is looking for a retail distribution manager for Fairfax and Loudoun Counties. This manager will be responsible for maintaining a visible presence for our weekly newspapers at newsstands, retail stores, vending and rack locations and other high-traffic places such as Metro stations and bus stops. This individual will work to increase outlets where papers are available, will maintain and improve retailer relationships, enhance retail position and point of purchase displays* and manage draws and returns. The person also will recruit, train and supervise route drivers, and will be responsible for maintaining appropriate condition of company-owned racks and vending machines in the field. Work-related experience to include, but not be limited to, three to five years experience in distribution, retail and/or route sales, solid written and oral communication skills, strong attention to detail, and willingness to work a flexible schedule. Position offers salary, 401K, vacation, dental, and health benefits. EOE If interested in this opportunity, please contact dgriggs@timespapers.com or fax resume to 703-437-6019, to the attention of Dan Griggs, Circulation Director. (Times |Community Newspapers.; NORTHCRN VIRGINIA Carpenters Experienced. in Framing & Trim. (540)270-9680 CONSTRUCTION firm needs Carpenters, Plumbers & Elect. Helpers. (540)675-1510 With 18 Newspapers In Our Times Community Newspapers Group, We’ve Got Northern Virginia Wrapped up! Call 347-4222 or FAX 349-8676 r T:/.; V- >.!■!'? , N. IPtaM ffm* run I HUB Aw;* Construction HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR TRAINING FOR EMPLOYMENT Bulldozers Backhoes Loaders Dump Trucks Graders Scrapers Excavators Train in Virginia National Certification Financial Assistance Job Placement Assistance 800-383-7364 Associated Training Services www.stsn-schools.coin Dozer/ Loader Operator Experienced. Top pay, insurance and other investment opportunities. (540)439-2602 HOUSEKEEPING LAUNDRY STAFF ♦♦FULL & PART-TIME AVAILABLE Are you free in the days or evenings? Numerous positions available including 1 position at the ~ ... te Presidential Retreat located in Madison County. Work in a friendly atmosphere with available benefits, flexible hours & competitive wages! Apply in person at .The Inn at Little Washington Human Resources Office located at Middle & Main Street in Washington, VA or call JMi Kyle Balsis @ (540)675-3838 for more information. Estimator/Project Manager Electrical Contractor seeking an experienced Estimator/Project Manager for VA residential work only. Five or more years experience in the trade and basic knowledge of materials/tools a must. Candidate must be highly motivated, self directed, self starter with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Job responsibilities incluse all aspects in implementing the contract from the beginning of the project to the end. Position requires estimating, contract preparation, processing change orders, resolving warranty issues, service scheduling and implementation, purchasing and cost management of all materials, receiving of materials at job or warehouse, managing purchase order fulfillment, obtaining necessaiy permits and any events that impact the job. Candidate must be able to conduct a professional manner with contractors and clients to manage projects effectively. For eoufideotiil consideration plraar send resumes as a Microsoft Word or Word Perfect attachment to tobselectrician@qol.com BOOKKEEPER We are looking for an experienced bookkeeper with working knowledge of Quickbooks, payroll, accounts receivable and payable. Organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to work independently are essential. Excellent compensation package based on experience. Fax resume to: 540-347-7236 or email to: sroszel@mindspring.com PAGINATOR Times Community Newspapers in Northern Virginia is seeking resumes for a full time Paginator to join its production team. QuarkXPress experience is required. Email resumes and cover letter to sconroy@timespapers.com. ffime* Community Newspaper* Northern Virginia Century -i Stair Co. REPAIR/SERVICE TECH We are looking for a Service/Repair Technician to work in the field, measuring and servicing our stairs and rails. Construction or carpentry experience preferred but we will train the right person. We provide vans and tools. Starting pay is $17 and up, depending on experience. DRIVER Non-CDL for delivery in the Northern Virginia and Maryland and DC areas. Starting is $14. We will train the right person. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. or more on a regular basis. CUSTOMER SERVICE REP Wb are currently seeking a Customer Service Rep for our fast-paced sales department located in Haymarket, VA. Must be a quick learner, detail oriented and have an outgoing personality. Computer experience is required. Construction/Manufacturing experience is preferred. ; “ / We have excellent benefits including medical/dental, life, 401 (k), paid vacation/sick time, paid holidays and a monthly bonus program. Please call 703-753-2069 or stop by to fill out an application at: 15175 Washington Street, Haymarket, VA Fax Resumes to: 703-753-3905 Pre-Employment drug screening is required. Previous applicants need not reapply. EOE 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 Drivers! Do you drive a tractor trailer or tank wagon and make 50-60K a year? Does your employer offer a 401K, profit sharing plan, and hospitalization plan? Do you drive new clean trucks with new clean uniforms? If not, join us. Fannon Petroleum Services, a 100 year old company, is moving to the Gainesville area in Summer 2006. We have immediate openings for Class A CDL Hazmat drivers (we will train for Hazmat). Don't miss this chance to be a part of a great and aggressive company - with benefits that you can retire with, just ask our drivers! Check us out at www. fannonpetroleum.com and contact us at (703) 836-1133 or fax resume to: (703)836-4398. EOE. ELECTRICIANS ft ELECTRICAL APPRENTICE Industrial work. Excellent wages & benefits. Drug screening required. Must have own transp. Good work ethic is essential. If you would like a permanent full-time job with a wellestablished company of 40 years, call 703-406-3204. Farm Help/ Laborer, $10 per hour. Hume area. Call 540-631-0225. ATATATAT FOREMAN Underground Site Utility Co. Looking for a Foreman. Only experienced need apply. Call 540-662-4448 ATATATAT Fauquier Times-Democrat ADS WORK Call 347-4222 Veterinary Assistant/ Kennel Worker Needed in Warrenton.Full-time, experienced vet. asst/kennel employee needed for small animal hospital. Competitive salary, medical/dental benefits, short- and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid vacation, and more. Fax resume to 203-255-4622 or e-mail CherylSonick@healthypet.org. Special Classified Advertising Consultant Full-Time-Leesburg or Reston Office Expanding local newspaper group, Times Community Newspapers, is seeking for someone who will make an immediate impact through telephone sales. This self-starter must have strong communication skills, a keen sense of customer service, be goal oriented, and a team player. The ideal candidate will manage special business contacts, lead and supervise classified directories such as Business and Professional, Medical, Dining Out, Farm and Horse, and Church for all TCN properties. 1 to 3 years of similar experience necessary. Direct report is to the Classified Manager. Position offers salary, commission incentives, 401K, and health benefits. If interested in this opportunity, please contact mcourtney@timespapers.com or fax resume to 703-771-0036. (Times [Community Newspapers] Northern Virginia f—- ^ «i« Pull Time ] c<if|Aoymem i v._ J Heavy Equipment Operators in Sterling. Fairfax, and Manassas. VA for year round work. Start immediately with competitive salary. OT benefits & vacation available. Driver license, drug test, & background check required. 877-487-2264 Call between 9-3pm JANITORIAL Company seeks F/T cleaners. 210pm. Culpeper area, call: 540*379-6133 BUYING? SELLING? The Classifieds Have It! Call TODAY. 540-347-4222 or FAX 540-349-8676 MANAGEMENT Two Person Management Teams for MD & VA's largest self storage company. Benefits include on-site residence, $8 to $9.50 hrly rate, incentive compensation plan, company paid medical, 40IK plan with match, pd. vac/sick leave, team compensation pkg of $52-64K per yr. Prev. storage exp. not necessary, retail exp. is req'd. Apply on-line at www, ezstorage.com or call 877-GO STORE (877-467-8673) Ray ext 13008. I I PAVER / OPERATOR LUTE Superior Paving Corp offers competitive pay, full benefits including 401k & vacation. Call Todd Atkins at: 540-219-0170 or 703-631-0004 EOE Automotive Tech for Dodge Dealership Rick Hunt Ford Dodge 540-347-1234 Ask for Johnny Nicholson Fauquier's Only FIVE STAR Dealer we are looking for an Assistant Service Advisor to help with our expanding business, if you have sales/service experience or just good people skills, have strong ethics, a commitment to succeed and a desire to work with the best, join Joe’s winning team now. Health and dental Paid Vacation • 401K Contract Greg Proffitt 540.347.6622 gprofHMloejacoby.com PRINTING Pressman (Web & Sheetfed), Bindery Operators & Helpers. Fax resume: 703-914-6801 or call 703-970-2511 SCHEDULER Non-smoking steel company in Sterling, VA has opening for Dispatch/Scheduler. Hrs 7:00-4:00, construction environ. Duties to include some clerical, data entry, making & receiving phone calls. Fax resume to: 703-471-9527 Shipping & Receiving Position Growing company in Chantilly, VA is seeking experienced person for Shipping & Receiving in a controlled environment. Competitive salary based on experience Contact Steve Bishop at 703-834-0101. tjURVEY Party Chief Instrument Man 5+ yrs exp. DRH Design (540)349-8385 YOUR AD COULD BE HERE! CALL TODAY TO PLACE YOUR AD! 540-347-4222 OR FAX 540-349-8676 Swedish Match North America is the leading producer & marketer of other tobacco products. We are seeking a Territory Representative for our Manassas, VA area. The successful candidate will manage all sales & operational functions w/ this region. Will introduce new products & expand current sales. Seeking a Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of experience. Must have a valid drivers license & a good driving record. For consideration, apply online at www.smnajobs.coin Trades Field Supervisor For local flooring company needed immed. Floor covering experience(carpet/ hardwood) ! and reliabletransportation a' must. Excellent sal- . ary and benefits. Fax resume to 703-922-4816 . or call 703-922-4814 ext 13 . Welders & Helpers Wanted Superior Iron Works Inc Call: Teddy Long 703-471-5500 Heating and Air Conditioning Installers, Duct Men fif Service Technicians Tired of working in a company environment where your're not acknowledged for what your do? Perhaps your're not being compensated for going that extra mile or you have no opportunity to get ahead? Are youj a one or two man shop, tire of working long hours, chasing money, and have no time with your family? Lets talk! We offer excellent wages, commission opportunities, health insurance, laundered uniforms, company vehicle, paid vacation, paid sick days, eductional training, bonuses and paid holidays! We are a fast-growing, progressive, customer service oriented company with many opportunities for a person who is caring and motivated and seeks a challenge. Call Appleton Campbell, Inc. at 540-347-0765 and ask for Mark. PART TIME TELLER Rappahannock National Bank is seeking a part-time teller. Position requires good communication skills, an ability to excel in a retail sales environment, dependability, flexibility and experience with customer service and cash handling. Must be available to work every Mon., Wed. and Sat.. High School diploma or equivalent required. We offer a competitive compensation package. Please reference job number 101-41-031006 on resume. Resumes can be faxed to 540-987-9577, emailed to scillo@ubsh.com or mailed to: Rappahannock National Bank P.O. Box 179 Washington, VA 22747 EOE Rappahannock National Bank CHIEF COOK # 116-39-156 FT in Culpeper. Overseeing and participating in meal preparation and maintaining facility sanitation; purchasing and maintaining food utilization records and reports. High School Diploma or GED required and considerable experience with cooking foods in large quantities including some supervisory experience. Hiring range: $22,679.92 - $30,050.53 per/yr CLINIC OPERATIONS MANAGER #51-39-155 FT in Culpeper to supervise the support staff operations at RRCSB/AAA Behavioral Health Centers. Will work with various program managers to develop policies and procedures to reinforce best practices philosophy. Strong communication and management skills required to coordinate activities across stressful work settings in three counties and provide own transportation for work activities with mileage reimbursed HS diploma required; Any combination of education and experience equivalent to an associate’s degree with major course work in business management or related field and considerable office operations experience including some supervisory experience. $31,912.93 p/yr. CLINICIAN, Suicide Prevention #705-39-154 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 RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR #389-39-157 FT positions providing svcs in support of daily activities in a group home program for developmentally disabled adults. Evaluate consumer skills & needs, teach living skills, & emphasize community integration. Associates or equiv. exp. $26,254.09 p/yr Apply with RRCSB/AAA application by 8.30am, Monday, April 3, 2006, HR, PO. Box 1568, Culpeper, VA 22701. (540) 825-3100 TDD: (540) 825-7391EEO/AA Kjennings@rrcsb.org RAPPAHANNOCK RAPIDAN m COMMUNITY SERVICES 80A00 * CUSTOMER SERVICE TRAINEE Times community Newspapers is looking for a full-time individual to provide customer service and administrative support to the circulation department. This person will work closely with and report directly to the Circulation Administrator. Responsibilities will include answering telephones, responding to subscriber inquiries, resolving complaints and dispatching service calls. The candidate will be required to learn department workflow cycles and processes, and to provide daily hands-on assistance to the administrator and to other circulation staff. We seek outgoing, reliable and dedicated persons with a desire to grow this position to higher levels of responsibility and compensation. You must have excellent communications skills - both verbal and written, know your way around a computer using Microsoft Word and Excel and the desire and ability to learn our newspaper fulfillment software system. We offer a comfortable office and convenient location in Old Town Warrenton. This is a 40 hour per week position offering medical/ dental and 401K, and accrued paid vacation time. Wime$ Northern Virginia Please respond by mail, fax or e-mail to: (Please no phone inquiries) Joe Whistler P.O. Box 631; Warrenton, VA 20186 jwhistler@timespapers.com 540-349-8676 Fax Full-Time: Starting at $27,730 per year Plus Benefits Part- Time: Starting at $13.29 per hour Plus Benefits (Includes 1730*% localtry /h/v) TS A Job Fairs Monday. Mar 20th VfcC Fairfax 13132 Ue Jackson Memorial H\xv ' Suite 340 Fairfax. VA 4am - 1pm Tuesday. Mar. 21 si A J Eelux/o Building Employment Resource Center A SlullSourcc Affiliate 15441 Donald Curtis EH. Suite ISO W'oodbridge. VA 4.UI! | pm Thursday. Mar 2Vd l-ake Anne Tmploymcni Resource Cenier A SkillSource Affiliate 11484 Washington Pla/a W Suite 110 Rest on. VA 12pm - 3.30pm Minimum Requhcmentx. I S Cili/cn-Jiip or I S. 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Employment FREDERICKSBURG. VIRGINIA I ' And We're Ready To Invest In Quality Healthcare Professionals Like You. ► By bringing the finest healthcare professionals to our region—and providing them with the technologies, support, and benefits they need to perform at their best—Mary Washington Hospital is invested in our community's health. ELECTRONEURODIAGNOSTIC TECHNOLOGIST In this position, you will perform Electron euodiagnostics procedures (testing) with physicians orders and with clinical review by a Specialty Electroneurodiagnostics Technologist(s). Duties and responsibilities are performed in accordance with department and national standards for the performance of Electroneurodiagnostics testing. Requires a hfgh school diploma or GED and minimum of 15 months of clinical experience in the field of Electroneurodiagnostics. Graduation from an AMA EEG Program and R. EEG T. are preferred. POLYSOMNOGRAPHY TECHNOLOGIST, SLEEP LAB Full-time - 12-hour shift; 7:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m. Work every other weekend Requires successful completion of preplacement/employment evaluation and high school graduate or equivalent. Graduation from an AMA PSG or RT program preferred; and Neurodiagnostic Tech, PPSGT. CRT, EMT, EMT-P, or LPN preferred. Minimum 12 months clinical exp erience in field of polysomnography, respiratory therapy, emergency or paramedic medicine, or nursing required. WE OFFER EXCELLENT BENEFITS: • Completely structured salary and shift differential pay • Wide variety of flexible scheduling options • Tax sheltered annuities retirement program, with matching contributions • Generous scholarship and tuition reimbursement • Ample professional development opportunities • Free on-site parking Mary Washington Hospital MediCorp ► For more details, and to apply online, visit our website: Www.nMdicoipcarMrt.org EO£, M^/P/V r : IV , V' o.Vrv"' Health Cato V BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES Where compassion and healing meet...the essence of the spirit throughout our Behavioral Health milieu Are you looking for an opportunity where you can help to provide a safe, compassionate, and nurturing environment for acutely ill adult psychiatric patients? Where you can count on your peers to be true partners in the delivery of exceptional care? Search no more. We want you to join the group of caring nursing colleagues found in our 20bed adult inpatient behavioral health unit and our 6-bed geri-psych unit. Both are within our state-of-the-art Level II400+ bed Winchester Medical Center. RN OPPORTUNITIES Psychiatric Mental-Health Nurse Practitioner •NEW outpatient opportunity! , • Based in Woodstock, VA • Full-time, primarily day hours ; • Strong psych RN experience essential • VA RN, NP, and Auth to Prescribe required W' Charge RNs €1WMC Inpatient Unit • FT or PT, varied hours available • Three years' acute care RN experience required • Solid background in both med-surg and psych mining • Excellent leadership skills essential ? Assessment/Intake RNs @ WMC Inpatient Unit • FT or PT, varied hours available • Three years' acute care psych RN experience required • Able to work in fast-paced, stimulating environment • Excellent psych assessment skills essential Staff RNs @ WMC Inpatient Unit • FT, PT, or per diem - varied hours available • Med-surg and/or psych nursing experience a strong plus • Compassion and flexibility essential We are seeking highly motivated RNs with a dedication to excellence that matches our own. We offer competitive salaries and outstanding benefits, including on-site child care, a four-tiered professional practice ladder, and up to 100 percent tuition reimbursement. Come join us as we lead the way in quality healthcare! Valley Health, Office of Nurse Recruitment 220 Campus Boulevard, Suite 402 Winchester, VA 22601 • (540) 536-7855 (800) 776-8773 • fax: (540) 868-1304 email: sbirnessOvalleyhealthlink.com W Winchester Medical Center VALLSr HEALTH TOP HOSPITALS PAGE PIANNER Times Community Newspapers is seeking a page planner responsible for the ad placement and dummying of the company 's 18 weekly newspapers. SCS Layout 8000 or any page layout system experience is preferred. Email resume, cover letter, and salary requirements to dbaker@timespapers.com. northern Virginia f GENERAL MAINTENANCES PAINTER & HVAC One of America's most renowned country inns and restaurants are seeking candidates for Full-time General Maintenance/ Painter and Full-time HVAC position. We are located at trie foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, 70 miles southwest of Washington, DC. Ideal General Maintenance candidates will be multi-skilled in various areas to include painting, wallpapering and carpentry. Please send resume to Kyle Balsis at The Inn at Little Washington P.O. Box 300, Washington, VA 22747 or fax resume to (540)675-3100 For more information, please call (540)675-3638 CNA PERSONAL CARE AIDE Come join the In-Home Services staff at the RRCSB and Area on Aging. We welcome dedicated staff who wish to work with professionals to provide excellent home care in the community. Accepting applications for positions available in Rappahannock, Orange, Madison, Culpeper & Fauquier Counties. CNA certification required. Flexible scheduling. Must provide own transportation; mileage reimbursed. Apply with RRCSB application to Kami Stafford, Rappahannock - Rapidan CS, P.O. Box 1568, Culpeper, VA 22701. 540-825-3100 TDD: 540-825-7391 EEO/AA CLASSIFIED/EDITORIAL PAGINATOR Times Community Newspapers in Northern Virginia weeklies, is looking for a full time Classified/Editorial Paginator for its production team. SCS's ClassPag program or any classified layout system is preferred. QuarkXPress experience is required. SCS training will be provided. Email resumes and cover letter to sconroy@timespapers.com. {Time* I Community Newspapers I NORTHERN VIRGINIA Health Care "h ■•.Mr : Oak Springs of Warrenton Gompnhtnstvt Health Can Center Nursing Home & Rehab Is currently seeking energetic, motivated individuals for the following departments: vUnit ManagerSpecial Needs Unit vRn & LPN-All shifts VCNAS 3pm-11pm & 11pm-7am v Activity AssistantFT-Day, PT-Evening v Laundry AidePT-Evening v Floor PersonFT-Day, PT-Evening New FREE insurance for employee Contact: Human Resources 540-347-4770 540-349-2832 (fax) hr@oakspringsofwarrenton.com (email) EOE Health Care PHLEBOTOMISTS Alexandria, Fairfax, Falls Church, Herndon, Leesburg, Manassas, Reston, Springfield, & Sterling Quest Diagnostics seeks candidates with a minimum ol one year on-the-job phlebotomy experience servicing a pediatric/adult/geriatric patient popluation, HS diploma & good keyboarding/data entry skills required. Strong customer service skills also required 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 -800-522-9295, ext. 1447, Fax: 410-536-1667, email: BalHrResumes@ questdiaqnostics.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.questdiaqnostic.com. EOE Invite Half a million people to your next garage sale. Place your Ad Today! Times Classified Call 703-777-1110 Automotive 1974 Cadillac Eldorado Convert. Red. 73K mis. 1 owner. New brakes, tires & top. Runs excl. $5500. 703-618-6206, 703-444-0928 '61 VW Dunebuggy. Maroon, runs well, clean. Comes w/extra new chrome motor. $4500. 1-304-728-8311. '01 Silver Ford Focus SE. Dk. grey int., 4dr, auto, all power, 56K mi, under warr. to 75K. Good cond. $6,000. 703-689-3707; 703-435-6800, ext 2114 ask for Bob. '02 Mercedes, E Class, auto, 52K mis, tan, load, pwr sunroof, new tires, garg kept. $25,600 540-522-9427 03 FORD TAURUS: Loaded, new tires, 36k mi. 1 owner. $13,500. 703-988-0470 (H), 703-850-3219 (C). 05' Toyota Prius Hybrid, 14k mis. Excel Cond. $21 k or $22k w/ Ext Warr (540) 347-1709 1993 Cadillac Deville Fair cond., runs exc., engine well main. Great up keep. $2,000/ -obo. 540-718-5796 1993 White Honda Civic, 160K miles. $1,500/ OBO. Contact Bob (540)351-0196 $500. Police impounds! Honda's, Chevy's, Toyota’s, etc. from $500. For listings 800-749-8167 ext 2416 '92 LEXUS ES 300, runs great, Loaded, $1500. (301)350-9320 93 LEXUS LS 400: 4 dr sedan. Lthr sts, good cond, low mi. New tires/ brakes, Insp. $5999. (571)233-8140 '94 Cadilac Eldorado, 130K mis, 32 valve 4.6L northstar, all pwr, excel cond, green, 10 disc CD, $2900. (703)508-0106 ’94 Chevrolet Caprice Station Wagon. 147,000 miles/great shape Fully loaded. $3,900. Robert (703)378-6344 '99 Cadillac DeVllle: Low miles. Loaded. Very good condition. $11k. (703)669-1943 '99 Mercedez: Loaded, black. 99k mi. Excellent condition. $11,500. 703-723-3357. Chrysler, 2000, Sebring Conv. JXI. 99K Hwy mi, leather, loaded & well maintained. $6500. Lv. msg. 540-219-1075. Chrysler PT Cruiser Ltd 02, brand new eng(3yrwarr) & rad., sunroof, champagne,$1 0000, 540-347-2847, Teresa. CORVETTES WANTED, any year, any condition, cash buyer. (800)369-6148 FORD ESCORT ZX2 Sport 1999. 80K mis. 2 dr, 5spd, loaded. Excl cond in/out/running! $3600. 703-380-7460 Lexus, '95, LS-400. 96K mi, Blk, Ithr int., exc. cond. $9,500. 703-263-9560. Subaru '03 Forester XS: Black, 5spd, AWD, pw, ps, xm, lug. carrier. 51k hwy mi. $14,250. 540*338-4353. 1976 DJ5 Postal Jeep. Rebuilt trans., reman, carb, extra tires, Asking, $3000/obo. 540-364-1412 '92 Toyota Corolla. Red, 4dr, auto, A/C, very good conditon. 154K miles $2500 (703)273-8800 '95 Mltsu Diamante, auto,a/c.cd,grey !thr,75K 202-835-0689. After 7pm(703)4762101 $6500 ’96 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS. 5spd, all pwr, A/C, CD plwyer, white, snrf. Call 703-421-8260 Jeep Cherokee Country, 1993 4WD, loaded, very gd cond., recent inspection, new tires, $2,200. 540-273-7725 Jeep Grand Cherokee '96, 4x4, V8, loaded, black, 120K mis, looks & runs great, $3900 OBO (540)347-9824 Boats* Accessories 16-foot North wood Aluminum Bass Boat w/ trailer. Exc. cond. Merc. 9.9 Big Foot Outboard. Live well & fish finder. $2,700/obo. (540)878-2001 16 HYDROSPORT Bass Boat, 115 Merc motor, lots of extras, runs great, $2000, (540)905-0400 1999 20' Hurricane Deck boat with trailer. 150HP out board motor, salt water ready, excel cond. $12,500. 540-937-7449 75 Island 17 w/trailer, jib, mainsail, trailer, lifejackets, $1500.540-219-3913 01 Wandered TT, 22ft Lite-series 3500lbs, sips 6-8, Full kitch, bthrm, loaded. Asking $6000. (703)475-2876 05, FOREST River, 25ft, travel trailer, excel, cond, warranty + lots of amen. $15,800. (540)987-8798 JUST IN Time for summer! 03 Flagstaff pull trailer, Queen,, fold out twin, kit, ba, $10K/obo. 540-347-4883 Springdale, 04, 26.6’ Trav trlr, slide-out, blue decor, exc. cond. Warr + other amen. $17K/ obo. 703-968-7850. Wilderness, 04 Advantage, 32' trvl trailer.slide out, 4 bunks, $24K. Great cond. (540)439-1883 /640' Motorcycles j 1 •„ J 02 HONDA XR100, excel cond, $1200/obo. (703)754-0887 2002 honda shadow spirit. Very good condition. $3995. Call 443-513-0365 HD Sportster Hugger. 1996. 6,900mi. Garage kept. Lots of extras. Perfect for women. Warr. (540)439-8285 YAMAHA VIRAGO 750: 1982 V-twin cruiser. $1200. (703)669-6623 M-F, 8am -4pm for info & e-mail pics. 2003 Jeep Wrangler Hard top. Black. Excellent condition. $300/ ObO. (540)364-6373 after 7pm. 01 Jeep Cherokee Limited. 73K miles. Asking price $11,800. MUST SELL. (847)833-8313 '01 Nissan Xterra: 70k mi, black, sun roof, all auto. Great cond in/ out. $10k/obo. Must Sell! 703-437-4027 '02 Bulck Rendevous - Blue, auto, all pwr, tinted winds, new tires. Grt cond. 50k mi. $11. 5k/obo. 703-946-1179 02 LAND ROVER Freelander HSE: Top of the line w/all options. 49k mi. $14,995. lvgoHva@yahoo.com 95 JEEP Grand Cherokee Orvis: V8, 5.2, Loaded! Excel cond. 165k mi. $5200/ obo. (703)723-2799 96 TAHOE LE: Fully loaded, excel cond. 172k mi. 4x4 & 4 dr. $5850. (540)687-6923. '97 EXPLORER XLT, V8, AWD, 79K mis, gm, Ithr, alloy wls.tow pack, good cond, clean, $6300. (540)349-8258 99 4-RUNNER LTD: 4WD. Excel condition. Green. 92k miles. $11,000/negotiable. (703)802-7323 Ford, '00, Explorer XLT, 4x4, V6-SOHC, 64K, loaded, off-rd/tow pkg, exc cond. $11,500. 540-882-3744. Ford Bronco II, 88, 4x4, LX, limited, 5sp, good cond, clean.$1995 OBO. (434)941-8711 Warrenton area. TOYOTA 4RUN 98 limit, V6, load, WHT, new brakes. Excel cond. $9,000 540-825-1982 / 561-687-1415 03 Model Currahoo trailer, 16' deck 10,0001b rated. New brakes, good cond. $ 1 9 5 0 / o b o . (571)228-2280 Truck*/ 'Jj '00 Chevy 4x4 extra cab pickup with toolbox. V8, 5.7 liter, automatic, bedliner, tow package. 155K miles. $8,000. Call 540-338-5341 '00 F750 Super Duty Ford gravel dump. 7sp, AC. New tires & air brakes, Air tail gate, elect tarp, CB, 156K mis, new cond. $30K, (540)547-4998 02 CHEVY Silverado 2500 HD, Duramax Diesel, crew cab, am/fm cd, new heavy duty tires, spray in bed liner, 70 gallon diesel transfer tan, tow pack & electronic brake box, toolbox, 74,500 mis, excellent cond, $26,500/obo. 571-228-2280 05 GMC SIERRA, 1500, w/ V6 Vortec motor, wht/beige inter, auto, tilt, 16K mis, $11,600. 540-987-9434 1997 DODGE RAM 1500, auto, V-8 Hemi, ext. cab, a/c, 4x4, w/lift, $5995 (703)758-2559 '95 DODGE 2500, turbo diesel, 157K mis, 4x4, tool boxes, rack,$7500/ obo. 703-989-9937 '97 Dodge 1500 Short bed. Auto trans, air, needs motor work. $ 1 0 0 0 / O B O . (703)771-0497. Dodge 2002 Ram 1500 Quad Cab, 4x4 White with charcoal interior, 4.7 Magnum V8, auto, full power options, 20 wheels, new tires, bedliner, vinyl tonneau cover, cd/upgraded stereo. Immaculate condition inside & out, MSTA Only 33K miles. Asking $18,995/obo. Can 540-219-5102 or 540-347-3483 FORD F150, 4x4, EXT cab, XLT, 146K mis, auto, V8, pwr windows, cruise, very clean. $8,000 (540)341-8849 FORD F150, '82, 4x4, auto, V8, $750 (540) 937-8216 FORD F150, 99, 30K mis, cruise cntr. lumbar seat, stainless steel exhaust, V-6 4.2L $7,500. 540-439-4406 Jeep Commanche Pioneer pick-up '88 5sp, Ig Wrangler tires, 152K, AM/FM cass, liner, AC, $1150 OBO. - (540)272-3060 1997 Minivan - Mercury Villager, one owner, runs good, good tires, dark blue, 7 passenger, 120K miles. Kelley Blue Book value-$4165. Selling for $3500. Call David at 540-338-6982 1997 Minivan - Mercury Villager, one owner, runs good, good tires, dark blue, 7 passenger, 120K miles. Kelley Blue Book value-$4165. Selling for $3500. Call David at 540-338-6982 91 Ford E 2 5 0 Econoline. 215K miles. New trans. Runs good. $2000 or best offer. 703-476-0367 98 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport, auto V6, PW/PDL, 112K mis. Orig owner. Well maint. $3950. 703-217-8551 GMC Safarri Conversion Van 1993. 106K original miles, exc. cond. $2800/obo. 540-905-2047. Your Ad Could Be Here! Call or Fax You’re Ad Today! 347-4222 or Fax 349-8676 Fauquier Springs Country Club Food & Beverage Positions Full-time BANQUET COOK Eligible for benefits. SERVERS Full-time BARTENDER Part-time positions DISHWASHERS Part-time positions Please apply Tuesday to Friday between 9:30 am to 4:30 pm Springs Rd., Warrenton, VA 540-347-4205 Fax: 540-347-2743 Have a Yard Sale Call today! 703-777-1110 Community Newspapers Northern Virginia