Rappahannock News, June 29, 2006

,-^trr -*'C *fr*Y ■ - ~y- ■? -U--n~ *-*~ *• •./, .' s.. j /> * V WAM • ®'4 -. Al ■.jAOIuAl T»T-T - T1C t 5 (Rappahannock County ’s Fdmily Newspaper Sin# M 128th Year ... No. 26 Phone (540)675-3338 THURSDAY, JUNE 29, 2006 Worldwide at timescoM&jnity.BS^oLR 50 <^Jrs JO IS) *I> I $ P Ol :«#' j* jean Lillarck \ ard Lykes the 584 ie ConDistrict Rappahi_ Staff Photo Anita MctrocK^on the;d* »Casement District propose) would it reach and scope ment. I^ogove less." iy&; rce: Resident of ' Pidfce presented OS, with a petition rting the Conservation ment District containing ignatures. 1 , i a Photo by Rich#*! tykes “ Sherertis. / Sheriff rtz asked me BOS to a new road deputy for ahanqoqk County. 3: . f < 'r#' ' X^WSM?' \ * John iMcCarfhf^ n’m ftp bad4g guy, and/or thd-good guy, J depending oh where you're * -ebfrtng (ram.- x ' * '• By Monty Rappahannock News a special June 26 budget adoptioif the Rappahannock County Board of sors unanimously approved a 2007 udget reduced by almost $500,000 19,644,547.00 figure originally pro' County Administrator John McCarthy, 'Hie budget cuts-reflect ifc«ipwered 20Q7 re irer than ax rate of $ the/original! Included in tbc#e cuts and $.02 from. 0\ /controversial ■ Fi '• i tax rate Conserv cents ed $.62. the >300,000.00 presented by the Easement Voted down the budby severmeeting start of ; was which was unanimou by the Supervisors before adop get. Both final votes were precede SI hours of public comment from room filled to capacity, at least at t1 the meeting. 1 The evening budget adoption ha< . (divided into two public hearings, because the f Supervisors could not vote on the final budget ' wj&out first deciding on the Conserve!* Easement Ordinance, the proposed , legi 'i«n^.that would create the (Ws^ati! ‘asement Tax district. , . ■. r | ^ bearing wa| t>h the proposed Conservation Easement District,! which would have added $,02 cents to the county real estate tax rate, and generated about $300,000. Attendees to this hearing filled the Rappahannock County Courtroom to capacity, taking every seat, sitting On the window sills,and standing on the stairs. . After hours of public debate, the Conservation Easemenm)rdinance was unanimously vote^ ' Itoard of Supervisors. Minutes down later, a second public hearing began, to decide the fate totaling However! r county’s entire fiscal 2007 budget, round nineteen million dollars, gfepfthe seccnriWeting ^gfsd, Vi EM* , ikn .. .Is t£'j**38KraI - ity of citize|fefiled out of theyP ~ spacejor the twenty of about. _lea!. ___ „_ people left tp s t before . .. find it ^ ironi^^^^wll|p|i|iywyo»® lj said Somes Gannon tting in their two" ceni Conseifyation Easement pistrud and propo$#d by atof'ilohn MfiQarthyff along <*:As . ■'r i > r - r Hi ,v ige A2t Schoolhouse to close By Charlie Spiering Rappahannock News Staff Writer Last Friday, former AOL CEO David Cole made the 5,000 mile trip from Maui, Hawaii to Rappahannock County to discuss the fate of his County and Town Meetings and Notices • All Rappahannock County government offices will be closed on Monday, July 3 and Tuesday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day. • The Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors July meeting will be held on Wednesday, July 5 at 2:00 PM. • On Thursday, July 6 the Rappahannock County Water and Sewer Authority will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the Rappahannock County Courthouse on Gay Street. • The Rappahannock National Bank will be closed Tuesday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day and will reopen on Wednesday, July 5. • BB&T Bank will be closed Tuesday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day and will reopen on Wednesday, July 5. •The Rappahannock News will be closed on Tuesday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day. All items for publication in the Thursday, July 6 edition should be submitted by 3 p.m. on Friday, June 30. • All Virginia Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) customer service centers will be dosed Monday, July 3 and Tuesday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day. Rappahannock News P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747 (540)675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) remaining Sunnyside Farms busr ness investments. “Sunnyside @ The Schoolhouse,” one of Cole’s last investments left in Rappahannock County, is now slated for closure. This announcement followed shortly after General Manager of the Schoolhouse, Philip Morgan announced his departure from the Sunnyside operations. Morgan, who recently stated that the Schoolhouse would continue as a viable operation, declined to comment on.the nature of his departure. “Mr. Cole has been withdrawing from the county for several years,” Sunnyside spokeswoman Tamara Waldo wrote in' an email to the Rappahannock News, “This has been a gradual, well thought out process.” Waldo also declined to comment on Morgan’s departure. The closing operations at the Schoolhouse, located in Sperryville, include the Burger Barn and the Flying Pig, which opened as a pub last November. Cole leased the Schoolhouse property from Cliff Miller, a local farmer from Sperryville. A clause in the contract between Miller and Cole allowed Cole to buy his way out of the lease early if necessary. “Mr. Cole is doing exactly what he has to do,” said Miller. “I am just sorry that it didn’t work.” Both Miller and Waldo confirmed that Cole’s lease of the property ends June 30. Cole is currently CEO of Maui Land and Pineapple Inc., but local residents remember him for his recent adventure into sustainable organic agriculture in Rappahannock County. Cole invested millions into Sunnyside Farms LLC. which was based on farm land he purchased in 1996. Since then he began building a top notch certified organic farm with several business outlets for its products. It was during his time in Rappahannock County that Cole invested in the financially troubled Maui Land and Pineapple operation. In 2003, Cole moved to Hawaii and was named CEO of that company. Since then, according to associates of Cole, he has demonstrated a gradual declining interest in continuing the Sunnyside operation. The 422-acre organic farm was recently listed for sale with local realtor Alan Zushlag of Armfield, Miller & Ripley, Fine Properties, LLC. for $7.5 million. What’s next for the schoolhouse? Miller hopes that someone will be interested in the prominent retail location for future business. “Right now I have got to re-group, and decide what will be best for the community,” Miller said. He mentioned that he’s gotten a lot of advice from area residents, but See MARKET, Page A2 J mKm^MmasdSBM rff - Rappahannock Staff Photo 8*ant M: r»ett HAND OFF: Local influence will decide the future of The Sunnyside Market in Washington. Gleaming the cube ' Rappahannock skaters celebrate “Go Skateboarding Day" and draw attention to the sad plight of our skate park. See Page B1. X A matter of Principal School is out, but Rappahannock’s new Elementary School Principal Carol Johnson is getting to work See Page A3. Hip Hip Hooray! The Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company got dolled up for a carnival and parade. See Page A9. f Munich Spielberg's take on Israel’s response to terror comes to The Theatre in Washington, Friday, July 7, at 8:00 p.m See Page B1. V

• Market From Page A1 any. future businesses would not start until the end of the summer. “You can’t really start a business in the middle of of the season,” he said. Miller is confident that the - property will be used for something else fairly soon. “Unfortunately this didn’t work, so we’ll move on,” Miller said about “Sunnyside @ the School house.” “The Schoolhouse property has proven itself as a retail spot for 30 years. Our most important thing now is to get the right mix.” Miller is also making plans for the Schoolhouse building that used to be “Rae’s Place.” Many local residents were furious when Cole leased the Schoolhouse property, bought the popular restaurant, and eventually closed it. Cole gave up the lease on that building earlier this June. Since then, Miller has rented part of the building to local non-profit organizations, including the Rappahannock Non-Profit Center, RappFLOW, and the Rappahannock County Conservation Alliance. Rae’s former kitchen, however, remains in the building. Miller is currently communicating with the county health inspector about its future. mum im—i Photo by Richard Lykes CLOSED: Sunnyside will no longer be at the Schoolhouse in Sperryville “Hopefully it will continue to be a kitchen,” Miller said, “I am currently talking with people who are interested in using it.” The Sunnyside Market in Washington Cole also made decisions concerning the Sunnyside Market, which remains open in the Town of Washington. Over the weekend, Cole met with Washington resident and businessman, James DeBergh about the fate of the Market. Cole transferred the 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 _RART Or OUR COMM f^ART Or yoUR LI [ EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH V "" I 1 ^ ^ . T U /i I T Y PermaTreal “We have a good team and we all get along. 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Subscriptions are $22.00 a year in Rappahannock; $29.95 elsewhere in U.S. POSTMASTER; Send address changes to Rappahannock Neivs, RO. Box 59, Washington, Virginia 22747 % Sunnyside Market to Sunnyview LLC, an organization Cole formed with DeBergh and Aqua-Terra, a Maui based company. DeBergh said that Cole was involved with the land transfers and wanted him to be part of the organization. “I respect what Cole has done,” said DeBergh, “He could have just held a fire sale and sold it to the highest bidder. Instead he wants the transition to be good for the county and good for the town.” , Earlier this year, Cole transferred other pieces of his Washington area property to Sunnyview LLC. These properties included the corner of 211 next to Washington, The Black Kettle, the Updike tract and the Clopton tract, both of which border Harris Hollow Road leading into Washington. DeBergh said that the Market, will transfer to Sunnyview in November and it will remain open until then. “What happens after that remains to be seen,” he said. “I know that a lot of Washington residents, myself included, would like for it to stay open.” DeBergh said that he did not know what would happen with the land transfered to Sunnyview LLC. “We have no future plan for the properties yet,” he said, “Lately, our focus has been just to keep them intact. Email the reporter at cspiering@timespapers. com BOS From Page A1 with the early draft of the 2007 budget, would have added $.02 to the real estate tax rate. The increased rate would have generating $300,000 to be used by the county to purchase the development rights on farm land for the purpose of preserving agriculture and farmland in Rappahannock County. Prior to Monday’s hearing, the proposed district has become a lightning rod for public attention, with petitions supporting and opposing the district circulating in the county since the first budget public hearing back on June 5. At Monday’s hearing, Sharon Pierce of the Rappahannock County Conservation Alliance submitted a petition with 180 signatures supporting the district. Jean Lillard, a resident of Flint Hill who has been active in organizing opposition, to the district countered with a petition of 584 signatures opposing the district. Wagging the dog The debate over the use of public funds to purchase development rights and the increased tax rate focused public attention on the Supervisors yearly budget process. The controversy over the district even overshadowed the rest of the budget, as evidenced by the stream of people leaving the courthouse after the Conservation Easement District had been voted down, but prior to the hearing for the actual budget. Those in favor of the proposed Conservation Easement District, including McCarthy , phrased it as a way to keep Rappahannock’s taxes down in the long term while preserving the county “This is not really a tax, it’s more like an investment” said Reed Fulsome, of Hampton District. This argument hinges on the idea that acres of open or agricultural land require less dollars in county services than acres occupied by residential space, keeping taxes down. Proponents of the district also see increased county emphasis on purchasing development rights as a tool for protecting Rappahannock County from the increasing development of the Northern Virginia region. “I’d like people to look at this as a rescue squad for our view shed,” said realtor Philip Strange, comparing the $.02 Conservation Easement district to the $.04 fire levy. ■ Opposing arguments to the Conservation Easement District focused on the perceived inequality of publicly funding the purchase of development rights, since all residents of Rappahannock County would be taxed while only those owning large parcels of agricultural land would be eligible to sell their development rights to the county. Currently, Rappahannock county funds the purchase of development rights with rollback taxes, which does not burden the average Rappahannock taxpayer. “Why should the poor have to pay for the rich?” asked Bobby Carter “Farming in Rappahannock is not economical. It doesn’t make any sense to support a declining industry,” said John Marocki. Timing is everything Many of those opposing the District said that while they supported the idea of conservation easements, they thought the timing of the tax rate increase was poor, or the particular ordinance proposed too broad, or too suddenly proposed. “Timing, is everything. There has not been one time when we discussed this ordinance,” said Margaret Ralph, of Wakefield district, referring to the fact that the Conservation Easement Ordinance was not brought up by the BOS or McCarthy in public meetings prior to June’s budget hearings. Ralph also questioned the intentions of the ordnance which contains language which would have allowed personal property as well as real estate to be taxed within the district. 4th of JulyJireworks in the ■n for the Whole Family pfiates Open 4:00 PM eworks Set to Music at DUSK WWBMBfc ✓ - grlmSuflj ^ -**■>■■■ *■-; ?■? *? 1$0& Jauquirt iimcs-Oonoctat gjES22^ Jjf t “There is no guarantee that this will reduce future taxes-. Government is a hungry beast, and taxes once imposed are rarely rescinded," said Demaris Miller. “I’ve done a miserable job selling this” said McCarthy, once the public hearing was concluded. In fact, before voting unanimously against the ordinance, all of the Supervisors gave the impression that they agreed with McCarthy’s reason for proposing the ordinance, but realized that the county was not persuaded. “This is the wrong year, but this is a good program. You’re going to have to make up your mind on whether you want to see grassy fields and trees or houses when you look out your window,” said Wakefield Supervisor Roger Welch. “I don’t have the gumption to try to tax the little man or anybody for someone else,” said Chairman Bob Anderson, of StonewallHawthome District. The 2007 Budget With the defeat of the Conservation Easement District, the $300,000 associated with it were automatically cut from the budget. However, aside from that money, the 19 million dollar budget would still represent more than 20% tax increase for Rappahannock County citizens. There has only been a similarly large tax hike twice in, the last decade, according to McCarthy. The fraction of the public that remained for the 2007 budget portion of Monday’s meeting engaged the Supervisors on ways to lower that increase. According to the BOS, Rappahannock County has enjoyed lower taxes in recent years because the BOS was dipping into budget surplus to fund some county projects and avoid raising taxes. “A couple of years of minimal tax increases run the surplus out,” explained Jackson District Supervisor Ron Frazier. The increased taxes of fiscal 2007 were intended to replenish that money. According to the BOS, Rappahannock uses surplus money to fund county expenditures that don’t have a predictable timing, such as the eventual capping of the county landfill, or funding emergency measures. Bank Road The higher taxes were also partly caused a three cent tax rate increase “to sequester to build funds for the Bank Road office project costs” according to McCarthy’s cover sheet for the first draft of the 2007 budget. The Bank road office project is part of the county’s plans to begin construction of new county offices on a 1.8 acre lot behind the Rappahannock National Bank on US-211. The BOS purchased the land in March for future county office buildings expected to cost almost two million dollars. According to the BOS the purpose of the new offices is to save taxpayer money in the long term, since many county offices currently rent space in Washington. Along with new offices on Bank Road, the county has purchased four acres of land in Washington adjacent to Avon Hall at a cost of $400,000, which twill eventually also be used for offices. night now we re renting, and we’re paying a lot of money. Rent has continued to go up in Little Washington,” said Supervisor Bryant lee of the Hampton District. The Bank road office project was the focus of many complaints at Mondayjs hearing, with some of the public criticizing the BOS and the Rappahannock News for failing to adequately inform county residents about the project when it was first proposed back in January and March. “There has been a serious breakdown in communication,” said James Gannon.” “A lot of people are in the dark on this,” echoed Pat Saltonstall. Gannon and others at the meeting contend that with more public awareness, there would have been more visible public opposition to moving county offices out of Washington, and burdening the tax payers with the considerable cost of the new See BOS, Page A3 V

Carol Johnson named elementary school principal The new principal of the Rappahannock Elementary School has known since she was a first grader that she wanted to be a teacher. Mrs. Carol Johnson did indeed become a teacher, has been the assistant principal at the elementary school, and was last week chosen by the Rappahannock County Board ofj Education to be the new principal of the Elementary School. She will move into the principal’s office, succeeding Dave Covington, who had been appointed by the Board to be the executive director of human resources and instruction. Covington in turn succeeds Raye Tupper, who resigned to take a job with the Fauquier County school system. Johnson, interviewed out side the elementary school following her promotion, said, “a good part of my life has been spent in this building”. She began teaching first graders here in 1983. Her own daughter Mikayla, now 6 and a half years old, will be in the first grade this Fall. Carol Johnson was bom and raised in Rappahannock County. Her parents, Junior and Rosalie Atkins of Flint Hill, encouraged her choice of vocation. “My dad raised pigs and cows, and that’s how I was able to go to college”, she said, adding, “I went to Longwood College in Farmville...in those days that was thee teacher’s college.” The new elementary principal points to relatives on both her mother’s and father’s side who were teachers, say ing, “it’s in my genes.” Looking Ahead As principal, Mrs. Johnson’s foremost hope is to arrive at a 100 percent pass rate in the Standards of Learning (SOL) test. “I want to make sure all the kids who take the test pass it”, she says. Can parents help with that? They can, she says, by overseeing homework, and by making sure the children come to school. Improving attendance, she says, is a big step toward lifting SOL scores. There are many who feel that American youngsters are out of shape. “I agree”, says Mrs. Johnson. “Our goal will be to have every child in two P. E. classes each week. Beyond that, we will combine proper nutrition with P.E. and steadily lower the fat content in school lunches. We are already doing that.” School Board Vote The County School Board looked over seven applicants for the job of principal of the elementary school.. According to Board Chairman Wes Mills, the number was winnowed to two candidates, who were interviewed at a special board session last week. After those interviews, Mrs. Johnson was selected. Her mother-in-law, board member Aline Johnson, recused herself from the vote. Said chairman Mills of the final selection: “we found a highly qualified person. I am sure this was the best choice.” Planning underway for this year’s Taste of Rappahannock By Laura Overstreet Special to the Rappahannock News Plans are underway for the 2006 Taste of Rappahannock to be held Saturday, September 9, 6:00 p.m., at the beautiful venue of Belle Meade Schoolhouse. This popular fund raising event sponsored by Headwaters, Rappahannock County’s Public Education Foundation, kicks off the county’s busy fall season of events and is sure to be a sell-out once again this year. In fact, Taste of Rappahannock has become so popular that it is limited only by the number of available seats. The evening kicks off with a cocktail reception and live auction featuring oncein-a-lifetime experiences and items, followed by a gourmet dinner with the best food and drink Rappahannock has to offer. Co-chair Terri Lehman promises that everyone will be pleased with what is being planned for this year’s menu. The Taste of Rappahannock is made possible through the generous donations of local and regional businesses, organizations and private donors. Taste planning co-chair Cheri Woodard and sponsorship Photo by Richard Lykes PLANNING: Last year’s Taste of Rappahannock was a huge success thanks in large part to its co-chairs Cheri Woodward (left) and Terri Lehman (right). Culinary teacher Mary Arthur (center) and her students contributed many of the delicious dishes served that evening. chair Betsy Hille would like to thank Griffin Tavern and Restaurant, Linda and Bill Dietel of Over Jordan Farm, and Gail Montplaisir and Norman Smith who have already agreed to underwrite the 2006 event. Contributors who have made sponsoring commitments as partners (as of June 26) include: Patron Sponsor level - Rappahannock National Bank; Sponsor level - Doug & Margaret Baumgardner; Partner level - Aaron Mountain Surveys, RH Ballard Art, Rug and Home, BOS From Page A2 buildings. “This is the county seat. We don’t want to start this nonsense. If you’re [county government] all together it’s easy to keep an eye on you,” said Joy Sloan. “Moving the government service district will result in a drain of services out to Bank Road,” said Paul Farmer. The cruelest cut In the end, the Supervisors were responsive to the request for needed tax relief that had been the theme of both hearings., although not as responsive as some members of the public wanted. “We fight this budget every year. There’s got to be some(Times Community He Northern Virginia Call 540.6753338 with your news tips. r thing besides tax, tax, tax.” said Supervisor Roger Welch. $150,000 was cut from the building fund for bank road, which will move back the proposed date of construction, previously suggested as 2009. A proposed $10,000 hike in the funds set aside for overtime pay for the Rappahannock County Sheriff’s Office was also cut. However, the Supervisors did approve Sheriff Larry Sherertz’s request for a new road Deputy, which will cost the county $44,318 for 2007. The deputy will allow the RCSO more freedom in scheduling backup for night shifts, and provide greater public safety and greater safe* ty for officers. Combined with the $300,000 Conservation Easement district and $32,000 cut from the Farmland Preservation Program, the BOS were able to adopt a tax rate of $.58 per $100 of assessed real estate value. After suggesting the cuts several Supervisor expressed concern about the future of the county’s building project and the plan to replenish the county surplus. “If $.58 don’t cut it, there won’t be a building fund. Just a nice piece of land with lots of wildflowers” said Supervisor Frazier. “The Gold Standard in Equestrian Construction” Toll-free: 1-888-GOLD-CUP (1-888465-3287) VW/ taMrpmM] ~ MarSha"’ Virginia~ ^atanaffordabkpncejFencing, Barns, Sheds ~Va. 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These include Next-Step, the Rappahannock College & Career Access Program, Farm-toTable Programs, Starfish Mentoring Program, Minigrants for teachers, Summer Enrichment Workshops for children, and the RCPS Complimentary Staff Development Fund. These programs are all part of the Headwaters mission to foster educational excellence in Rappahannock Comity. For more information about opportunities to sponsor the 2006 Taste of Rappahannock, including reserving a patron table, contact Betsy Green Hille at 540-987-3107. For information on reserving individual tickets for the Taste, contact the Headwaters office at (540) 675-1819 or email headwtrs@shentel.net Carol Johnson s n • Discounts Vary by Manufactureer. Sale Ends July 9th. 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Editorial & Opinion June 29, 2006 'vsmmmmm■ -&appaf)anttotfe J2etoSEstablished 1877 ' *fi Independent Newspaper Published Every Thursday j ARTHUR W. ARUNDEL, PUBLISHER Anita L. Sherman, Editor Peter W. Arundel, President John T. Toler, Executive Vice President Jan Clatterbuck, Office Manager To Subscribe Phone (540) 675-3338 , BY MAIL: $21 a year in Rappahannock County $27 a year elsewhere in the United States • Rack Copies: Recent 2 months, 50 cents i 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 i www.TimesCommunity.com THURSDAY, JUNE 29, 2006 Our View. Saving face and four cents Monday evening’s second public hearing oh the proposed budget should have had food. The courthouse was packed and folks lined the stairwell as well. Major Chris Williams stood guard at the ■. tsf> of the stairs just in case the crowd got unruly, but they didn’t. Instead, many of them spoke in favor of or in opposii ion to County Administrator John McCarthy’s plan to add a two-cent tax to create a Conservation Easement district. ‘ Monies garnered would add to the county’s ability to purchase development rights from farmers who might otherwise cave in and sell off their land in the 1 iture to a developer rather than keep farming. His a i ategy was, and is, sound. If you want to keep this county pristine and drive along looking at green hills rather than housing developments or strip malls, you have to keep fueling that fire. Strict zoning laws alone may not be enough. Perhaps a plan that encourages, with monetary incentives by the county, a program to v 11 otect open space is not a bad idea. Board members theoretically supported the notion, out in the end the proposition failed unanimously to the a pplause of many and to the agony of others. With the hour growing late and the deed done, the majority of folks filed out. bonically, they didn’t stay for the next part of the . /leUiot meeting which was a proposal to increase the tax ret City three cents largely to fund the county’s building ' ! mow facilities for some of its agencies. I’hat, to the few that remained, was even more criti.1 than the proposed two cent tax which would have cre•d t he conservation easement district. Now, you get into a discussion of whether the county ; eminent should or needs to move offices away from the 1 own. And if a few folks hadn’t rallied against that ; i>, .ml, would it have gone through unnoticed. Once the country administrator and the supervisors o .’ i ie under fire for proposing a tax rate that would place oKeived unfair burden on the citizenry. In the end, that amount was lowered, h-j. let's see where we are. ' torn a proposed $.62 tax rate per $100 of assessed ■ ;'i '“ 'ate value (that would have included the conserva■ moment district), the new tax rate is $.58 per $100 1 ) he elimination of the two cent tax and a fiirther . at reduction. '■•Inst monthly board meetings are scantily attended : ’ business concluding in short order. In feet, last i budget passed without a whimper, i i s year there were issues that brought the citizenry n for ce and the supervisors listened and backed off, ■ : maybe they shouldn’t have. They are elected to rep> ut their districts to the best of their ability, to make t1 ■ ' turd decisions and to do so in the face of admiration mi adversity. dorm Alev anhy is a class act. While he didnt win the ■Minty’s pocketbooks on his two cent investment in the io' urn, lie did win their heaits by his honest, upfront ■ i ’ :-sion that he failed in his methodology and that he m v for causing people grief. What a guy. No 1 ■ [ ’V defensiveness. No stone throwing at his naysay1 -nfeat with dignity. ! 1 n\v ever, when the time is right, such a plan will • ye again, for as many of the surrounding counties i discovered, it is a plan that works and has good I : t ’Tn benefits. i 'm Rappahannock News didn’t come away ' a: aihed in all of this. Criticism was hurled that the i >v\ spaper, as the sole source of information in the count . \ asn’t up to snuff, wasn’t being a good enough watch c m the county in letting the citizenry know all the ■ so'in enough for- them to react, i unity issues are complex and the consequences if 'nothing passes or doesn’t pass is serious business for • i -o idents. The newspaper has a tremendous responsi\ and burden to the citizenry. W hale trying to serve up Cordon Bleu every week, it is ; h illonge with ever shifting chefs and cooks in the kitchen. ! fiat being said, the intent is to produce a fine and i •• 11 .lot a meal. ik- Mov. I’d get back to food. t ,$o m wteTiwi 'H UR*.^.vlwaPM'T IT « Kicg \ f IT W*S OMW ua gnomon* >V.. Letters To the Board of Supervisors I sincerely regret not being able to attend the Board of Supervisors meeting tonight. The proposed fund for a conservation easement district in our county is something that I strongly support, and gladly will pay the required tax on two county properties. What is all the hoopla by the opposition to a tiny tax, which holds such great promise for preserving open space and county land use values for all of us? Some of the loudest protestors appear to have a vested interest in the failure of this measure. Naturally, they give considerable lip service to affordable housing. But in reality, realty income is derived mainly from selling land for McMansions, not low-income dwellings. Who is kidding whom? The proposed preservation district is important for our county, and offers the strongest tool we can devise to slow the march of the major subdivision developers who want nothing more than to create more clusters of overbuilt, speedily built, row-onrow of large, double garage houses on mini-lots. All of us regularly blow a small amount of money each day non-productively. Here, we have a chance to spend a little to add a lot of value to our County and to preserve a wonderful and extremely historic American landscape — one which dates back to George Washington and our founding fathers. While we work to save the historic lands for own families as well as for future generations, the preservation easements work to lower our county cost ratings — a fact that gives Rappahannock County a valuable edge in gaining added state money for our schools. The proposed conservation easement district offers a WINWIN for Rappahannock! K. Christie Rappahannock County Mr. Cole’s legacy was not appreciated .. :( * Your June 15, 2006 edition suggested that David Cole has recently decided to leave Rappahannock County. In fact, he began planning his departure when the County Board of Supervisors rejected plans for headquartering his charitable programs on a 60 acre parcel adjacent to the Tbwn of Washington in the summer of 2002. This action blind sided him, since the county planning commission had enthusiastically endorsed his plans earlier that summer. Although he immediately began to search for a new home for his applied research programs in sustainable agriculture, his legacy lives on here in Rappahannock. Consider the following: He was a founding member of The Dupont Farmer’s Market/Fresh Farm Markets in Washington, D.C. which has now expanded to many other locations in and around the metro DC area and features producer only produce, fruit, poultry, flowers, and beef. The farm continues to participate in this market as well as others by way of the Sunnyside Institute, the non-profit educational arm of Sunnyside Farms. Sunnyside Farms and the Sunnyside Institute are founding members of the Rappahannock County High School Farm To Table Program. This program enables local High School students to work with local farmers to pass on our agriculture knowledge — knowledge critical to preserving our local heritage. Food grown by the students and donated by local fanners is contributed to the Rappahannock County High School Culinary Arts program which in turn creates and provides meals to the local Meals On Wheels Program; Sunnyside Farms has donated apple trees, funds to construct the High School Green House, supplies, and the time of its employees and Institute Director, Gustavo Diaz. Trista Scheurlein, the director of the Farm lb Table Program can testify to the leadership of both Sunnyside Farms and the Institute. Sunnyside Farms and The Cole Family Foundation have made generous donations to dozens of organizations in a region where funding for nonprofit organizations is very thin. As the former Chief Operating Officer, I was asked on a daily basis to give to various causes and events on behalf of the company and continually amazed at the level of generosity as requests were approved time and time again whether it be by way of much needed funds, goods, inventory or the donation of our employees’ time and talents. An incomplete fist of recipients would include The Blue Ridge Area Food Bank, The Hurricane Katrina Fund of ITie American Red Gross, The - Fodderstack 10k, The Washington Baptist Church Fuel Assistance Fund, The Trinity Church Garden Guild, The Washington Volunteer Fire Department, The Sperryville Volunteer Fire Department, Hearthstone School, Wakefield Country Day School, The Scrabble School Fund, The Rappahannock County 4-H Club, The Rappahannock County Lions Club, Headwaters and its StarFish Mentoring Program for children of Rappahannock County, The Rappahannock County High School Music Program and Band Uniform Fund Raiser, The Rappahannock County School Sports Association, The Rappahannock County 1 Recreational Authority, Rappahannock Animal Welfare League, The Rappahannock Historical Society, Child Care and Learning Center, The Piedmont Environmental Council, RAPPFLOW, The Rappahannock Relay For Life, and The Rappahannock County Sheriffs Office where Mrs. Cole provided portable heart defibrillators for inclusion in eveiy police cruiser in the county — a vital tool for saving fives. In addition, the Coles have literally contributed millions of dollars to conservation causes worldwide through The Nature Conservancy, World Wildlife Fund, and the American Farmland Trust — to name just those organizations where Mr. Cole has served as a director. Sunnyside Farms has employed many local tradesmen, students, consultants, and interns in a location that otherwise is severely limited in employment opportunities. Think of all of the people who have learned a new skill and received sustenance from Sunnyside to feed their families; all without having to spend most of their time commuting to and from Northern Virginia. Sunnyside Farms has also helped its migrant workers learn language and other skills as part of the company’s commitment to continuous improvement. Sunnyside Farms has also been a significant force in preserving the historical architecture and landscape of The Tbwn of Washington and Rappahannock County. The Sunnyside Farm Market is an example of the extraordinary lengths that were taken to ensure the look and feel of the original mercantile building. The original flooring and shelving were saved and returned to the original color; right down to the “Katie bar the door” handle on the hack porch entrance. The entire Tbwn of Washington has been improved by the restoration of the mercantile and The Clopton House grounds which allows commerce to continue while other businesses have cut and run. As a direct result of the Coles passion for historic preservation, Sunnyside Farms itself is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The main farm house, former slave quarters, school house, and original diy stack rock walls were all meticulously restored by some of Virginia’s finest craftsmen and architects. Great care was taken to preserve the native plants and landscape because the Coles understood the importance of the farm and its history as the first apple orchard planted in Rappahannock County. They have chosen to continue the farm’s agriculture programs while many farms of similar size have sold out to developers. Their listing agreement for the farm requires that the new owner agree to an easement program as condition of sale. As we look to the next phase of Sunnyside Farms and its consolidation of operations to Maui it would be a disservice to the community to not reflect on the accomplishments made by Mr. Cole, his family, and the dedicated team of people who have worked with him to connect local, organic foods to the families in our region. See WALDO, Page A5 > Fond farewell I would like to send a fond farewell and “aloha” to Maggie and David Cole as they return to Hawaii - their home! Not only will they be missed in Harris Hollow, but throughout our entire community. Our friendship with the Cole family began when one of our sons — then a college student — was employed by Sunnyside Farm. We soon got to know Maggie and David not only as employers, but as bighearted and hospitable neighbors, parents, and friend. The Coles have supported the community in numerous ways while they called Rappahannock home. The most obvious was their beautiful organic farm and fabulous Sunnyside Market. But, being the parents of four children and having two grandchildren, they have also shown a huge interest in the children of Rappahnnock. A few of the programs that have benefited from their wonderful generosity to children are the Rappahannock High School Farm-to-Table Program, Headwater’s Starfish Mentoring Program, The Annual Taste of Rappahannock Event to benefit Headwaters, Rappahannock County High School Music Program and Band Uniform Fund Raiser, Rappahannock County School Sport Association, Rappahannock Recreational Authority, Child Care and Learning Center, Hearthstone School, and Wakefield Country Day School. I send the entire Cole family all my best wishes as they return to Hawaii where their heartsvhave always been. I will miss them, but I understand that the opportunity was there for them to go home. Hopefully, they will come back to Virginia often, and I, for one, will look forward to those visits. Beth DeBergh Washington

Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Anita L. Sherman New officers The Washington Hospitality and Visitors Association elected new officers at their June meeting. Taking a break from the heat last week at the Heritage House are: Phil Irwin, vicepresident, Gary Schwartz, President, Joanie Ballard, Secretary, and Jay Brown Treasurer. Water baby This is the newest addition to our family - our little boy Jaeger shown after his daily swim in the Rush River in Harris Hollow - he’s beyond adorable No great adventure or special antics, just a cute puppy . Is he grinnning? — Chris Doxzen Send us your Pet Tale The Rappahannock News would like to feature some of your pet stories. Have a trickster terrier or favorite feline? Maybe a chatty toucan. Send us your “pet tale" plus a photo. Include your name, the name of your pet and a short account of their ' antics or adventures. Send to Anita Sherman at asherman® timespapers or mail to Rappahannock News, P.O. Box 59, Washington, VA. 22747 or drop it by. We think it would be fun to share! ! 'IReturn Ta | Tartfi I by j Randy Minter HELPING CHILDREN COME TO TERMS Grieving the loss of a loved one is a difficult task, regardless of age, but it may be ever more so difficult for a child. In some cases, children i may experience a stigma ! associated with death, as expressed by peers who perceive them as different. Otherwise children may not | be told the truth about death i itself or the circumstances surrounding the death of a loved one. These examples illustrate the need to be sensitive to children’s needs in time of personal crisis. Many times, parents can get their cues from children themselves, by listening and eliciting their questions. Like adults, children value honesty and can gain some comfort from the fact that they are being treated with integrity. Grieving the loss of a loved one is really hard for children if no one speaks with them. At the MOSER FUNERAL HOME, we can connect you with the resources to support your child during this very tough time. We’re at 233 Broadview Avenue, Warrenton. Call 347- 3431. /’lease send your questions or i iminients to my office or e-mail me at: moserfh @ blackhawke.net It is not the length of life, but the depth of life - Ralph Waldo Emerson Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Monty Tayloe Settling in New Planning Commissioner Gary Settle, after his first planning commission representing the Piedmont District. Settle is a former Rappahannock County Sherriff, and continues to protect the public as First Sergeant of the Area 12 Office of the Virginia State police. Settle was appointed to the Planning Commission last month by New Piedmont Supervisor Tom Taylor, replacing Thomas Junk. Taylor’s appointment of Settle was surprising since Settle had initially considered competing with Taylor for the Piedmont Supervisor position. “It wasn’t bad. It’s a lot of reading,” said Settle of his first meeting. Waldo From Page A4 Rappahannock is indeed fortunate to have been one of the special places Mr. Cole chose to explore sustainable agriculture, historic preservation, and applied research in sustainable agriculture. Today, the citizens of Maui are the beneficiaries of a unique talent that the citizens of Rappahannock once had a chance to keep as their own. As a Virginian I understand how hard it can be to accept new ideas from outsiders. However, in this day and age we may want to extend the welcome mat to those that are genuinely interested in preserving our best farms and our cultural memory. If we are fortunate enough to get another one, let’s not drive the next David Cole away. Tamara L. Waldo Consultant Sunnyside Institute Former COO for Sunnyside Farms, LLC Orlean, Virginia I I (^TOYOTA moving forward > USED CAR SAVINGS ratttofte KMK (I

What’s all this hot fuss about the World Cup anyway? That’s right! It’s that time again for World Cup soccer! (Or “football” as they call it). One month every four years we are blessed with the opportunity to watch soccer teams from all over the world compete and fight for the hopes of hoisting the golden World Cup trophy for their beloved country. This is the ultra plus of sporting events where 1.5 billion people can be viewing the matches at any given time and ^ where the men come to play and the boys are better off left behind. It is where high expectations are tested, dreams are broken and lives changed forever. This is what it’s all about; the pinnacle of sport, the World Cup. But really, it is just another sporting event on TV that is a little more exciting than baseball, but not by much. With the NBA finals played out and NFL football just beyond our grasp, we are now stuck in this languid purgatory know as, baseball season. God bless soccer I say! Soccer huh? Well, did we at least win that World Cup? No, I’m sorry to say # mat me Americans did not win the World Cup. In fact, we did not win one game. The closest we came to winning was a tie with Italy, which was more of a shot to the kidneys to them by not beating us than us not winning. We were then bounced out of the third round after the Ghanaians soundly handled us in front of the world with a 2-1 victory. It was sad to see the USA get knocked off like that, but we reap what we sow. The team played passionless, blase soccer and really didn’t This Sporting Life Brant Marlett seem to know what they were doing and where they were doing it. We were embarrassed and whipped on world wide TV with billions of people watching. It is a shame that the Americans didn’t bring their A game for the world to see. But who really cares? Precisely. So what if we didn’t win the world cup, is that going to affect our influence or power on the world today? No. So cest la vie, arrivederci, adios, and thanks for at least pushing baseball to the back to make way for your graceful games - the beautiful game - for just a little while anyway. . . at least we still have real football. Editor’s Note: Brant Marlett is a rising junior at Virginia Tech and is working as an intern with the Rappahannock News during the summer. 'We’re happy to have him. Financial Problems? 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. inKmii.iiiia -in n i , , , i ■■■!...■ i,.....i..iiii.ini-.mm ■ i —■' .it.i.n. n i—■ ! i — m,, n , Earl J. Oberbauer, Jr. Attorney At Law 540-829-6900 • 1-800-434-3059 FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION Turf hack finds much to like at the Downs Ever wondered how reporters get their stories for a major sports event, like, say, the $1 million Colonial I\irf Cup, run June 24 at Colonial Downs? Because farrier and friend Lee Rose and his wife Jan observed me in action, I would like to get my version of the story out there first before stories that may be less accurate get in circulation. The Roses, in fact, were a major part of my favored working plan when covering competitions of every sort — Rule No. 1 includes if at all possible getting a friend to come along, preferably one who will drive for me should fatigue or the need for a really big drink overcome me on the way home. Julia Thieriot was originally signed up for the job, an especially exciting prospect since she had a horse entered at the New Kent County track. However, trainer Timmy Girten decided Friday’s race was a better spot for Dynaquiot, so I both missed both Juba’s companionship and even, alas, a trip to the winner’s circle. However, I counted myself fortunate that Rose, .an excellent horseman and dyedin-the-wool racing fan, accepted my last-minute invitation, sugar-coated as it was with promises of passes to the club house, Virginia Thoroughbred Association and Horsemen’s Benevolent Protection Agency’s Sky Box, and lunch at the brand new VHBPA building on the backside. Thus bringing up Rule No. 2: Procure access to as many areas and as much free food as possible. Having eaten our fill of dehcious chicken salad and admirable cookies at the VHBPA party honoring last year’s VTA champions, we salfied forth to the track. Starting at the top with the press box, I obtained my pass for restricted areas such as the paddock and winner’s circle. The view from the fifth floor press box at Colonial, as at other tracks, is the best, as is the repartee; the food, though, was a cut below that served at the earlier luncheon, but then, reporters typically don’t discriminate in such matters. Next we checked out the cush environment of the Sky Box, where I caught up with a bevy of interesting friends including Smallwood Farm owner Phyllis Jones, best known for a lifetime WAKEFIELD COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Flint Hill, Virginia FOURTH QUARTER HONOR ROLL - 2006 Headmistress's List (9.8 average and above) Allison Russo, Grade 12 GRADE 1 First Honors Emma Callanan Jonathan Carrier Lucas Dumez Gage Landis Monica Marciano Haze Packwood Tanner Perry Justin Ramey Teague Sanders Tatumn Vaught Harrison Wells Gabriel Williams GRADE 2 First Honors James Allen Christoph Brier Clough Joseph Dowell Taylor Jones Tor Mowatt -Larssen Evan Lester Luke Miller Abe Nolan Christopher Pari os Nikolas Patton Rahmet Rahimi Ashlyn Ramey Julia Weir GRADE 3 First Honors Amy Chadduck Anna Clark Maeve Dale Devon Downes Ocie Grimsley Tim Johns Lily Lauben Willow Lynn Sam Mullany Ixel Ochoa Christopher Payne Jane Purnell Madison Romine Tom Sanders Harper Van Ness GRADE 4 First Honors Grace Alexander Alex Foster Shivam Mehta Sam Nolan Kimberly Pankow Michael Stone Lucy Van Ness Marcus Williams Second Honors Joshua Gressly Emily Hennessy Cheyanne Larkins Ahmed Rahimi GRADE 5 First Honors Marc Cugnon Rachel Dumez Woody Hazel Henry Johnson Konstantin Langenberg Wesley Maxey Sonia Mehta Shannon Weir Ryan Zablocki Second Honors Daniel Chadduck Luke Dumont Sean Lyte-Risher T GRADE 6 First Honors Kaitlin Burgess John Morgan Christoph Jessica Coello Alexander Hinton Maria Lee William Mullany Ryan Ochoa Jennifer Shaffier Brian Shafran Second Honors Garrett Maxey Danielle Stryker GRADE 7 First Honors Sarah Hazel Christine Pankow Timothy Pressler Second Honors Laura Bancroft Bret Heddleston Alexander Hernandez Jessica Lester Sarah Wells Carla Williams GRADE 8 First Honors Katie Huang Gaia Read Annelise Riedel Stephanie Stryker ‘ Abigael Whitaker Second Honors Patrick Brown Louise Johns Ryan Kim GRADE 9 First Honors Ryan Kearney Saheel Mehta Keenan Sherwood Katie Von Fange Second Honors Julia Bancroft Rachel Carrier Sebastian Langenberg GRADE 10 tem Honors Marguerite Beattie Taylor Hammelman Joy Heddleston Derek Perry Katherine Russo Alex Shafran SflOMMl Hvovry Emma Clark Benjamin Lebeau Matthew Wingfield GRADE 11 First Honors Amir Arsalan Patrick Dale Jody Green Se Youn Lim Ben Luke Saawan Mehta Kevin Riedel T Second Honors Manami Aihara Dan Carrier Kate Kevis Peter Kim Naoki Kiyama Jong Lim Chantel Paul Ho Sung Woo GRADE 12 first Honors Eflire Bar Caitlin Hammelman Dorian Matthews Kelly O'Connor Second Honors Song Yi Chang Benjamin Clark Mary Davis Katie Doss Marissa Sullivan SPECIAL AWARDS The AU-Around Girl and All-Around Boy Awards: Brian Shafran - Grammar Sonia Mehta - Grammar Ben Luke - Prep Jody Green - Prep Art Awards: Sam Mullany - Primary Sarah Hazel - Grammar Brian Ross - Prep The Athletic Awards: Fraser MacPherson - Prep Caitlin Hammelman - Prep Citizenship Awards: Rachel DuMez - Grammar Daniel Carrier - Prep Creative Writing Awards: John Holsinger - Grammar Ben Luke - Prep Courtesy Awards: Tatumn Vaught - Primary Carla Williams - Grammar Sarah Merritt - Prep 1st Grade Handwriting Award: Gabriel Williams \ 1st Grade Reading Award: Haze Pack wood Gali Sanchez Music Award: Jody Green - Prep * Geography Award: Christine Pankow - Grammar Good Samaritan Award Mrs. Joyce Hunt Grammarian Awards: Timothy Pressler - Grammar Allison Russo - Prep History Awards: Anna Clark - Primary Christine Pankow - Grammar Matthew Wingfield - Prep Laura Virginia Hale History Award: Marguerite Beattie - Prep Y Mathematics Awards: Harper VanNess - Primary Christine Pankow - Grammar Amir Arsalan - Prep Most Improved Student Awards: Gage Landis - Primary Jessica Lester - Grammar Chantel Paul - Prep Music Awards: Luke Miller - Primary Maeve Dale - Primary John Holsinger - Grammar Brittany Sasse - Grammar Outstanding Service Award: Kate Kevis - Prep Sports Awards: Gabriel Williams - Primary Harper VanNess - Primary Henry Johnson - Grammar Kimberly Pankow - Grammar Catherine B. Warren Scholarship: Joy Heddleston - Prep The Latin Awards: Christine Pankow - Grammar Patrick Dale - Prep Molly Fraser French Award: Annelise Riedel - Prep Pamela Lynn Leadership Awards: Christine Pankow - Grammar Patrick Dale - Prep Pamela Lynn New Student Awards: Shannon Weir - Grammar Amir Arsalan - Prep The Religion Awards: Teague Sanders Justin Ramey The Science Awards: Lily Lauben - Primary John Morgan Christoph - Grammar Allison Russo - Prep The Spanish Awards: Haze Pack wood - Primary Woody Hazel - Grammar Alex Shafran - Prep The William E. Lynn, Jr. Awards: Ben Luke - Prep Jody Green - Prep The William E. Lynn, Sr. Awards for Academic Excellence: Monica Marciano - Primary Lucy VanNess - Grammar Allison Russo - Prep Perfect Attendance Awards: Julia Bancroft Laura Bancroft Ocie Grimsly Naoki Kiyama Ben Luke Willow Lynn Neil McClung Shivam Mehta Sarah Merritt Derek Perry Harper VanNess Julia Weir Piedmont Perspective Jackie Burke of handling championproducing stallions like Clavier, Castle Magic, Castle Cove, and Rock Point; Mignon Smith, who was awarded the VTA Award of Merit for the achievements of her Mede Cahaba Stable as well as innovative contributions such as providing dickeys for handlers to wear in the paddock at steeplechases and point-topoints so racing fans can easily identify the horses; horseman and scion of the Maryland polo dynasty Joe Muldoon; commentator Carol Holden; and her cohort in racing and in the West Virginia Breeder’s Classic (and all-time Redskins’ great) Sam Huff. Having said our how-do-youdos, we proceeded to the paddock, where I challenged Lee Rose to pick a bet based on looks alone, lb me, the 3 horse was the class of the field, but farrier Rose said that my favorite was sure to be sore due to very long front toes and a badly rundown heel on the right fore. Rose later picked up his winnings on No. 3 while, having listened to Rose’s advice, I tore up my ticket on No. 9. I next collared trainer Bill Mott, who trained the 2002 and 2003 Virginia Derby winners, as I find it expedient to do my winning interviews before the fact whenever possible. (My favorite example of this was years ago when I walked the course with then rider, now trainer, Doug Fout, before he won the Colonial Cup on Rodion Cantacuzine’s Sailor’s Clue.) After tearing up a few more $2 tickets it was time to move on to the next important part of the working journalist’s day: staking out the best vantage point for the big race with fastest access to the finish line. One must consider also how long it takes to reach this point from the paddock and what security guards might object to your choices in order to eliminate roadblocks thrown in your path at the last minute. After several test runs, I had the good fortune of settling next to Mott-trained Go Between’s owners, Mr. and Mrs. Peter Vegso who, like me, were looking slightly self-conscious having co-opted an empty box near the finish line. The Vegsos call Florida home, but love racing in Virginia, as they have a daughter at the University of Richmond and perhaps also because they were hoping for their third straight big win at Colonial Downs after having claimed two Virginia Derbys. I, at least, was sitting in EMO’s empty box and figured I could put forth an urgent insurance question to its rightful owner Ernie Oare should he show up at the last minute. t>___• i.„ j_j. _i. the next race was the $200,000 Grade II All Along Breeders’ Cup for fillies and mares, thus diverting my attention temporarily from the luscious chocolate ice cream cones nearby patrons were consuming, and long enough also to note where Graham Motion, trainer of the favored Film Maker, was standing. This proved a great time-saver, since I trotted down the steps behind him en route to the winner’s circle, interviewing in full stride and leaving plenty of time to find the ice cream stand before the Turf Cup, which was next. The polite paddock guard, showing good judgment, denied me and my rapidly melting chocolate ice cream cone entrance to the paddock. So instead I stood uninterrupted and ice cream now dripping onto my race program on the outside stairs to the clubhouse and studied the trainers. I knew only Barclay Tagg and Bill Mott by sight. Back in position for the big event, I spotted Tagg’s slightly balding dome several boxes away. And so it was, when Showing Up surged to the front in the last strides of the Turf Cup, that I rushed forward to grab hold of the shoulders of Tagg’s seersucker sports coat. As jubilant fans surged around him with cheers, handshakes and congratulations, Tagg said dazedly, “I don’t even know where to go.” “Don’t wony,” said I, deftly guiding him toward the steps to the winner’s circle. I had my most pertinent questions answered before we had even arrived, so that I could politely step back from the throng of beaming trophy presenters and “pushy” reporters. And you know what I Showing Up formulates first $1M victory at Colonial By Jackie Burke Special to the Rappahannock News NEW KENT COUNTY - In a word — make that a name — Showing Up is the first and most necessary step to success. The Barclay Tagg-trained Showing Up, winner of tiie Colonial Turf Cup, proved it Saturday. Saturday at Colonial Downs, Showing Up shattered the eight-year-old course mark for a mile and 3/16ths, winning the $1 million Colonial Turf Cup in 1:52.98, nearly four lengths ahead of the Richard Dutrow-trained Kip Deville. Kip Deville gave Tagg some anxious moments, sprinting out of the 14 slot and opening up a big lead. Kip Deville folded to Showing Up’s challenge, though, faltering in the final furlong to finish just ahead of the Bill Motttrained Go Between. Tagg said, “I would have preferred my horse to lay three or four back, but that wouldn’t have worked in this case. That’s the way races get stolen by front-runners.” Rider Comelio Velasquez kept the winner, bred by Virginia’s Nellie Cox, just ahead of 12 well-bunched other starters. All of them were nearly a furlong behind Kip Deville, who looked like a runaway train heading up the long grassy stretch the first time. Jockey Quincy Hamilton tried to give the field the slip, attempting to “steal” the race with a gigantic lead, 15 on the backside, and complacent competitors. Velasquez was not fooled, though, and timed his run with Showing Up to nip Kip Deville inside the eighth pole for the big score. The Turf Cup is first of two $1 million races at Colonial’s turf festival meet. The second, the Virginia Derby on July 15, joins the Tbif Cup and Breeder’s Cup turf in the fall to form the Grand Slam of Turf Racing. A winner of all three races takes a $5 million bonus, making this the richest bonus opportunity not just in horse racing, but in all sports. When asked if he planned to be back for the second $1 million at Colonial, jubilant Tagg turned serious. “I don’t See VICTORY, Page A8 learned? Tagg, who goes stonefaced in front of the TV camera as he did when hounded by the ’media as Derby and Preakness winner Funny Cide entered final preparation for a disappointing lost in the Belmont - smiles good naturedly as run-of-the-mill racing hacks pummel him with sometime absurd questions. But the best part is, he has dazzling blue eyes, which he focuses on his questioner, leaving me slightly disappointed that my own questions were all directed into his back. Still, I had the distinct honor of speaking with winning owners, Lael Stable’s Gretchen and Howell Jackson, who also own ill-fated Derby winner Barbado. After our formal interview, we swapped stories about their Fauquier County cousin, my neighbor and friend Drew Schaefer. I had the opportunity to relate to the Jacksons how Schaefer told me excitedly that his cousins had two horses in the Derby, causing me to mentally roll my eyes and think “Yeah, right.” But you know, the Jacksons do own two champions, the one in the Turf Cup winner’s circle and Derby winner Barbado, bravely fighting for his life at New Bolton Center after his misstep at the Preakness. Yeah, right. Good racing. Good friends. Well run, clean, comfortable facility. And piercing blue eyes to contemplate on the drive home. Jackie Burke is a graduate A pony clubber and writer based in Orlean.

Equestrian pages win national awards At the weekend’s American Horse Publications’ seminar and awards in Orlando, Fla., the Fauquier Times-Democrat — the only “regular” newspaper represented in the international news organization, came away with top prizes in photo and overall general excellence categories. Times-Democrat Horse and Field Sports editor Betsy Parker won first prize in the black and white photo division for her “Racing for the rest of us” photo from the North American Point-toPoint Association championships at Leesburg’s Morven Park. Judges raved: “Superior photograph. Joy and elation radiate from the page. All elements: perfect timing, camera position, lighting combine to capture the moment. Excellent focus, good tonal range and rich flow of raw motion make this a top-notch image, the composition and rhythm of the human faces balance with the strength and dignity of the horses.” second and third prizes went to Middleburg’s Chronicle of the Horse. Giving honorable mention to the paper in the “General Excellence” category for tabloids and newspapers (won by full-color glossy monthly Horsemen’s Yankee Pedlar and the full-color glossy weekly the Thoroughbred Times), judges were equally positive: “Professional reporting and newspaper layout helped this entry stand out among its peer group. Stunning photos ... plus effective use of type .. pulls readers inside. Interior layouts are clean. Story topics score well with readers for service orientation and education.” Times-Democrat business editor and Rail Chatter columnist George Rowand was recognized in the equinerelated book category with second prize for his “Diary of a Dream” autobiography. Publisher Eclipse Press nominated the work. A number of other Virginia publications also scored well at the AHP awards. Millwood’s Norman Fine, editor of the Covertside magazine of the Masters of Foxhounds Association, won honorable mention in the feature article category and magazine cover page category, and second prize in the editorial category. Middleburg editor of the Chronicle of the Horse magazine Tricia Booker won honorable mention in the event coverage category for her story on the Spruce Meadows horse show. Eventing USA, produced by Leesburg’s U.S. Eventing Association, won honorable mention in the event coverage design category for their story on Scottsville rider Kim Severson and her 2005 Rolex Ask the , Arborist SBy Jamie Wood LS.A. Certified Arborist A Lightning Strike Can Make an Irreplaceable Asset a Liability in Seconds Violent weather has been all too common this year and with these types of storms comes the unpredictable power of an air-to-ground lightning strike. In an instant, a treasured tree can be severely damaged or destroyed. Thousands of trees are stuck each year. It’s difficult to predict when or where lightning will strike, however, some trees are more likely to take a hit than others. Taller trees, lone trees, trees near water features, on hilltops, or near homes or buildings are most often hit. Data has shown that pine, tulip poplar, maple, elm and oak are hit more frequently than other species. While you can’t predict when, if ever, a tree will be destroyed by lightning, you can choose to provide effective protection at any time. A lightning protection system, designed to harmlessly dissipate the destructive force of a 100,000 volt strike, can be installed in a high-risk tree at any time. The cost to insure the protection of your tree is surprisingly affordable. For an assessment of your lightning protection requirements or to evaluate other tree-care needs, call me at 1-877- BARTLETT, or e-mail me at jwood@bartlett.com. BARTLETT I REK EXPERTS victory. The Times-Democrat, a weekly county newspaper, competes on equal footing against monthly and bimonthly glossy, full-color magazines with circulations upwards of 70,000, such as the American Quarter Horse News and the Arabian Horse Journal, as well as weekly color trade glossies such as the Blood Horse and the Chronicle of the Horse. Times-Democrat publisher Arthur Arundel’s vision for the Horse and Field Sports section began more than 30 years ago. Fauquier TimesDemocrat executive editor John Toler said, “We are extremely pleased that we can continue to bring our readers equestrian sports coverage that consistently wins national recognition. Along with her wide knowledge and appreciation of all things horse-related, Betsy’s stories, and her photographs, show a real passion for the sport and its many facets. 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Kinsey’s Wasps The idea for this column comes from David Clement, soc cer aficionado and nature lover, who thinks oak apple galls are really cool things. And we agree. These galls are actually tumorous mutated oak leaves. They serve as both protective homes and food supply to tiny wasps that alternate i 2006 BLUEMQNT SUMMER EVENINGS ! s This Week: Winchester Friday, June 30th 7:30 p.m. At the Old Courthouse on the downtown mall in historic Winchester, VA Marlins burg Jazz Orchestra Big Band Swing Warrenton Saturday, July 1st 7:30p.m. ^ ,, At the Old Sltadowlawn in downtown historic J, Warrenton, VA Martinsburg Jazz Orchestra Big Band Swing Leesburg Sunday, July 2nd 7:00 p.m. At the Old Loudoun Courthouse in downtown historic Leesburg, VA Seldom Scene Bluegrass Upcoming: Middleburg Saturday, July 8th 7:30 p.m. On Madison Street in the center of downtown historic Middleburg. 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All galls are (divided into three parts—no wait, that’s Julius Caesar) aberrant plant growths caused by a variety of microorganisms, nematodes, mites and insects, particularly flies, wasps and aphids. Galls can be found on all groups of plants and come in all sizes, textures and shapes, resembling everything from marbles to dunce caps, spikes, cups or buttons. Most insect galls develop on oaks and they’re caused by (ynipid wasps, a diverse group of small wasps numbering over 600 species in North America and many thousands more worldwide. Some oak galls are quite valuable. They concentrate a mixture of resins and tannins, used commercially to make permanent inks and astringent ointments. Inks of the best quality have been made from oak galls, the most prominent coming from the Aleppo galls of Europe and Asia. Oak galls we commonly see in the county are thin-shelled, spongy “apples” that start out green and slowly turn brown* during the summer. They are formed by the (ynipid Amphibolips confluents, a tiny darkcolored ant-like wasp. During the summer, each gall contains a single male or female wasp. The galls are stimulated to grow by chemicals in wasp saliva that mimic the effects of plant hormones. In late June or July winged adults emerge from their oak apple condos to mate. After this brief sexual phase, males die and females burrow into the ground and lay fertilized eggs on oak roots. These hatch into all-female larvae that begin feeding on root tissue, which stimulates development of another sort of gall below RappNature Sara and Jim Lawray RappnatureOyahoo.com ground. This phase of the life cycle lasts more than a year, and then larvae develop into wingless asexual females that look completely different from their sexual parents. These crawl up the oak tree to lay unfertilized eggs on developing leaves. No males are required. Males seem to always get the short end, don’t they? It’s a common theme in nature. If you have a choice, be a female. Oak apple gall wasps of both sexes and all life cycle phases are stingless, so they dont bother people. Since they don’t really bother trees either, they don’t warrant much interference on our part But their wacky life cycles and chemical effects on plants have long interested scientists. Herein lies an interesting tale. One of the greatest authorities On cynipid gall wasps is best-known as the father of sexology, the scientific study of human sexuality. Alfred C. Kinsey began his career as an entomologist specializing on cynipids. As a young college professor at Indiana University he traveled extensively throughout the United States collecting wasps and galls. He eventually collected over 5 million specimens and published several massive monographs describing hundreds of new species and their complicated life cycles. 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One wonders how he had time to think about anything else. f • But he obviously had other interests as well because H*S 1935 he began a long-term scientific study of human sexual behavior that culminated in the famous (or infamous, depending on your persuasion) Kinney Reports, which topped the bestr seller lists in the 1950’s and turned Kinsey into a celebrity ' His research on humans was done the same way he studied cynipids, by collecting enormous amounts of objective raw data and then analyzing it-to discover important underlying patterns. His sex research lias always been controversial, but his contribution to our knowledge of cynipids represents a magnificent achievement in entomology. Next time you see an oak apple gall, think of the tiny wasp living inside like a pearl in an oyster, fed and sheltered by plant tissues that develop in response to its very presence. And then think of the cynipid expert, Alfred C. Kinsey, who probably knew more about these wasps than anyone before or since. I . . I Victory From Page A6 like the idea of running again in the middle of summer with just three weeks in between.” Tagg further noted that unlike the Triple Crown races, in which all entries go off at equal weights, the races at Colonial are run under allowance conditions. Showing Up carried 120 compared with Kip Deville’s 116 and Go Between’s 118, and would cany even more in three weeks. Tagg said he believes the Strategic Mission colt, though undefeated on the dirt before his disappointing sixth-place finish in the Kentucky Derby, actually moves better on the turf. When asked how he prepared Showing Up for his conversion to turf, Tagg, who owns a bam at the Fair Hill, Md. training track, said he galloped the colt on the grass about 15 times and that the bay liked it each time. Tagg applauds Colonial’s efforts to promote turf racing, which lacks the broad media respect generated by name races on the dirt. Tagg said, “Colonial Downs could change all of that. “Showing Up has a grass pedigree,” Tagg explained. “When you go to the sales and read the catalogs, grass pedigrees are not so popular. Everyone is looking for a classic winner that can run on the dirt.” Winning owners Gretchen and Howell Jackson of Andrews Bridge, Pa., won a race on the turf with homebred Barbado before capturing the May 6 Kentucky Derby (on the dirt). That same day George Washington, also homebred but sold as a yearling by the Jacksons, won the English 2000 Guineas at Newmarket, also on the turf. Barbara broke a hind leg early in the running of the second jewel of the Triple Crown, the Preakness Stakes at Pimlico. He underwent delicate surgery to repair his pastern joint and remains in intensive care at the New Bolton Center. 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Photo by David L. Konick TREACHEROUS: The Rock Mills area was flooded on Tuesday evening and Routes 626 and 622 dosed. Photo by Larry Grove OVERFLOWING: At 7 p.m. on Tuesday evening, the Thornton River Was full. VDOT begins cleanup as rain subsides After heavy rains fell Tuesday evening, many roads were closed. Cleanup began early Wednesday morning Route 20 was closed in Scottsville (Culpeper County) due to high water and detours were in place as the James River continued to rise early pp M , 1^11 ,PH^ ^ ■r^-.-»W -g. li F T j iPQyg rl =0%FOR36MOS! MS SB SAVE THOUSANDS $ *0% excludes 06 G6 Convertibles, Pontiac Solstice. 0% for 36 mos on 07 GMC Yukons. Sale Ends July 5. Buick Pontiac GMC Dealer #1612 Doing Business the Old Fashioned Way with a Handshake & a Smile. 250 West Shirley Ave.,Warrenton,VA www.jimharrisauto.com 540.347.3341 800.255.6377 on Wednesday morning. Numerous secondary roads were also closed and the Virginia Department of Transportation warned motorists to continue to use caution while traveling Wednesday morning, particularly on secondary roads and in flood-prone areas. Approximately two dozen roads in Albemarle, Greene, Culpeper, Fauquier and Rappahannock counties were reported closed due to high water. VDOT crews continued to monitor the area’s roads for damage due to the heavy rains and began repairs to the flooded roads as the water receded on Wednesday. At 5 a.m. Wednesday the following roads were closed due to high water: Albemarle County Route 20 at Scottsville Route 600 between Route 29 and Route 20 Route 602 Route 626 Route 672 Route 704 Route 708 Route 712 Route 713 from Route 20 to the dead end Route 715 Route 723 Route 724 Route 726 Culpeper County Route 644 from Route 607 to Route 707 Route 657 from Route 645 to the Madison County line , Route 721 from Route 15 to Route 614 Greene County Route 634 from Route 33 to the gravel portion of Route 635 Route 637 at Route 621, South River crossing Route 642 at Route 643 Route 667 from Route 613 to dead end Rappahannock County Route 601 from Route 707 to Route 602 Route 612 from Route 653 to Route 600 Routes 626 and 622 in the Rock Mills area Route 644 from Route 707 to the Culpeper County line Fauquier County Remington Road Kings Hill Road Route 667 Bastable Mill Road TinPot Run Lane Flash Flood Warning: Take Care During heavy rainfall, if there is a flash flood warning in effect, motorists are urged to avoid travel overnight, and if you must drive, to observe the following precautions: • Never drive through water flowing across a road. It takes only six inches of moving water to float a small vehicle. • Never drive around barricades. Remember, the road has been closed for your safety. • Slow down when driving through standing water. Driving too fast through water could cause loss of control due to hydroplaning. • Avoid flood-prone areas, especially along creeks and other low-lying areas. • If a flash flood warning is broadcast, seek high ground immediately. • Watch for debris on the roadway. If you encounter a downed power line, do not try to move the line. Motorists can receive updated information about roads closings and weather by dialing 511 on any telephone within Virginia, or on the Web at www.511Virginia.org.

SW®'V PERFECT BALANCE: Philip von Feilitzsch soars off a ramp that they brought to iha By Charlie Spiering Rappahannock News Staff Writer A group of boys shoved their skateboards forward on a stretch of asphalt in Pirate Park, eying their homemade rails and ramps, preparing the execution of their next stunt. They built their props out of assorted scraps of wooden pallets and plywood. Their rail is a steel pipe supported by concrete blocks. A well worn plastic ramp is their only piece of professional equipment. Last Wednesday, Will Mullany and his friends came to the Rappahannock County Park to gather like-minded friends and exhibit their passion: skateboarding. For anyone who has wondered about the 40’x60’ lone patch of asphalt near “Pirates Park,” local skaters will tell you that its all that remains of Rappahannock County’s skateboard park, located just outside of the Town of Washington along US 211. Will Mullany was inspired to draw attention to the situation for international “Go Skateboarding Day.” Member companies of the International Association of Skateboard Companies (IASC) first introduced the annual “Go Skateboarding Day” on June 21, 2004. Raising the ramps Since then, swarms of skateboarders hit the local skating parks and the streets on that day to promote skateboarding and raise awareness about their sport. “I really want to organize the skaters in the area and see if we can get something else done to the park,” said Mullany who, along with his brother, got interested in skating after playing Tony Hawk video games. When Will went to visit his cousin in Maryland, he started fooling around with a skateboard that he found in the garage. Later, Will purchased his own skateboard and began practicing \ <xr**--*s* >i- :■*■'• V ■■V.>• ■*«**■ c;V5s^\ THE PARK: The team brought their own equipment to the asphalt pad at the county park to celebrate international “Go Skateboarding Day” BALANCING ACT: Will Mullany takes it to the edge as he gracefully maneuvers his skateboard. at home. His little brother Sam was right along side of him. “I think that they play less video games now,” said Mullany’s mom who was watching nearby. Will began collaborating with other kids in the area while starting to engage the skating culture. Together they have assembled a team called “Sk8 Ratz” complete with T-shirts and hats splashed with their logo. Lately they have been filming a home documentary that showcases the team’s stunts. “We’re street skaters,” said Fabian von Feilitzsch. We just do stunts on whatever we can find.” The streets usually are not available for long, however. “Basically its O.K to skate anywhere unless they tell you not to,” smiled Evan Espinola. He said that a short time ago some skaters got reprimanded in Flint Hill. Now there are signs posted that prohibit skateboarding in certain areas. Thats why the Sk8 Ratz want a skating park. Although there are parks in Culpeper and Warrenton, the boys say they would like a place ‘Artist’s Speak - Contrasting Images’ Middle Street Gallery in Washington, Virginia will be presenting “Artist’s Speak - Contrasting Images” from July 7 to July 30. This year’s Artist’s Speak will be featuring the work of Linda Lawler, Ann Georgia McCaffray, Wayne Paige, and Barbara Heile Sheu'wood. The annual, members exhibit gives the artists an opportunity to present and discuss aspects of their work which offer the public an inside view of their artistic process and concerns. The artists will speak at 4 p.m. during the July 9“ opening, having chosen work that reflects new developments, directions, or discoveries. This show will give the interested public much to pohder regarding the individual artistic journey and colorful vision of these contributing artists. Middle Street Gallery is located next door to the Inn at Little Washington. Everyone is invited to the July opening from 3-6pm. Discussion begins at 4 p.m. The show runs July 7- July 30, 2006. Gallery hours are Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 11-6pm. Gallery phone is 540675-3440. r “Swingless Swing;” Wayne Paige t V “Ozone Studio;” Barbara Heile Sherwood “Serene Sunset;” Linda Lawler 1 V ■4*rat>-K*«W » wE.r-.'flWif •'Sffsr.'- my ”»s '.iilf ltit ri ’niY magi “SK8 RATZ”: Rappahannock skateboarders pictured are back row, (l-r): Evan Espinola, Fabian von Feilitzsch, Will Mullany. And starring in the front row (l-r) are: Sam Mullany, Philip von Feilitzsch, and Matthias von Feilitzsch. that isn’t so far away. “We’d like to skate in a place where we don’t have to get our Mom’s to drive us 1/2 an hour,” said Will. “It would be cool if we could get a few professional ramps for us to practice on.” Getting support After word of their efforts hit the web, the American Ramp Company in Joplin, Missouri contacted See SKATERS, Page B9 ‘Munich,’ a hunt for terrorists By Joanne Hilty Special to the Rappahannock News Steven Spielberg’s “Munich” is much like reading one of John Le Carre’s exciting espionage thrillers. With remarkable depth, this tense and thought-provoking film details Israel’s deadly response to the murder of 11 members of its Olympic team at the 1972 Munich Olympics. Two were killed and nine kidnapped and murdered by a Palestinian terrorist group called Black September, as the world watched. One of the best films of 2005, RAAC brings “Munich” to The Theatre in Washington, VA, Friday, July 7, 8:00 p.m. I remember well the surreal feeling as the event unfolded right before my eyes. It was difficult to understand that this was real. The television coverage was done best by Jim McKay and Peter Jennings and you will be reminded of this horrific historical event when you see some of that coverage from McKay and Jennings during a 15minute prologue in “Munich.” \ The film is not about the terrorist action that shattered the stillness of the Munich Olympic village but instead about Israel’s response. Israel, with Prime Minister Golda Meir’s full endorsement, then dispatched assassination squads to kill anyone known to have helped plan the attack or support Black September. “Munich” is based on a true story. Eric Bana plays Avner, the main character. He is the leader of a fiveman team of covert ex-Mossad operatives who have been given unofficial status by the government of Israel so they can track down and assassinate the Palestinians responsible for planning and executing the attack. With him are Hans (Harms Zischler), an expert forger; Robert (Mathieu Kassovitz), a toymaker-tumed bomb maker; Carl (Ciaran Hinds), an intellectual doubter; and Steve (Darnel Craig), playing an instinctive man, not plagued by conscience, a natural See MUNICH, Page B5 V

Z< James Russell ■ vT*... Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Anita L. Sherman Book Signing at Old Sperryville Bookshop J^EvE,' ... £$• Local author, James Russell will be at the Old *' Sperryville Bookshop to sign copies of his latest book, Resting Rock on Saturday, July 15th between 3:00 p.m. . and 5:00 p.m. The book is a collection of some of Mr. ^ Russell’s favorite folk tales of Rappahannock County of ' the past. At 85, and a native of our county, Mr Russell reveals the humor, tragedy, drama and courage of days gone by in Resting Rock - Ghosts, Memories and Folk Tales. The book is illustrated by local artist and teacher Davette Leonard who will also be at the event to sign copies of the book. # | ;f| In addition to Resting Rock, Mr. Russell’s first book, Beyond the Rim: From Slavery to Redemption in Rappahannock County, Virginia will be available for . * sale at the event. In this widely appreciated book, local- if - ly published by Blackwater Publications and now in it’s 'seventh printing, Mr. Russell relates the stories he remembers hearing from his great-grandmother, Sister •Caroline Terry, of her days as a slave in Rappahannock County. L Old Sperryville Bookshop owners, Nancy and Greg. Jf :Ostinato, invite the public to stop by the store anytime E f on July 15th between the hours of 3:00 and 5:00 to meet >‘Mr. Russell and Davette Leonard. In addition to the '' books being available for sale and signing, photographs of Mr. Russell (and other Rappahannock sites) by local K photographer Ray Boc will be available. Light refreshments will be provided, and the event is free. If you are unable to attend this event, both books and photographs will be on sale at the bookshop. Located on . Main Street in Sperryville in an old Episcopal church, '" the shop hours are Fridays and Saturdays 10-6 and Sundays 11-5. .. ......-... .. J Farm Fair The Culpeper-Madison-Rappahannock Farm Fair will be held July 26-31 at the Culpeper Agricultural Enterprises on , Route 29 south of Culpeper. The members of the Rappahannock 4-H Livestock Club have been preparing for the fair since January. Kevin Riedel, Caroline Massie, "Samantha Falls, Robert Falls, Timmy Jenkins, Amber Dodos, Conner Forrest, and new members Taylor YowellJKourtney Yowell and Allele Yowl are all exhibiting hogs. Caroline Massie is also raising three market steers and Samantha Falls will be showing markets lambs for the first time. They have been busy feeding, halter breaking and working with their animals. A clinic was held at Meadow Grove Farm to show the new members of the club how to exhibit and prepare their animals for the show. Keeping data is also an important part of their projects. They will complete record books following the fair. are also selling raffle tickets for meals at local restaurants to raise money toward the sale of their animals. • Come see the Rappahannock 4-Her’s proudly exhibit their projects at the Swine Show on Thursday, July 27, the Sheep Show on Friday, July 28 and the Beef Show on Saturday, July 29. The sale concludes the show on Monday, July 31 Please come and support our county youth. Do you bake, sew, paint or grow beautiful flowers? If so, consider entering one of your homemade items in the Culpeper-Madison-Rappahannock Farm Fair. This family friendly farm fair will take place July 27 to July 31 at the n Culpeper Agricultural Enterprises on Rte 29. You and your family can enter items to be judged or can simply go to the fair to support local 4-H members as they show and sell their animals at the 4-H Livestock Show and sale, July 29. Kids and adults can enjoy the petting zoo and the many activities and 1 entertainers who will be performing throughout the week. A complete schedule and a registration form for entering items in the fair can be found at cmrfair.com. Please note, only current 4-H members can show livestock animala Registrations for the Showcase building (homemade/grown items) are due July 27. For more information, please call the Rappahannock Extension office at 675-3619. Where are the fireworks? In Manassas: Signal Hill Park Join with friends and rieighbors as we celebrate America’s Independence Day! Games, food, rides and fireworks are just some of the highlights of this family-friendly event. Events start at 5 p.m and end with fireworks at dark. Food vendors open at 3 p.m. Limited parking is available for $3 per car. Free bus shuttle service from all Omnilink stops along Manassas Drive as well as Manassas Park VRE lot, City Hall, Costello Park recreation Center, Manassas Park High School and Manassas Park Shopping Center. Signal Hill Park is a drug and alcohol free park! Cooler checks will be done at each entry point. No outside grills allowed. No sparklers or other fireworks allowed. Also, no skateboards, bicycles, or scooters are allowed on this day. All dogs must be leashed. In Culpeper: 4th of July Celebrations 8 sum. FREEDOM 5-K RACE The race will start at 8 a.m. sharp at Gold’s Gym in the Southgate Shopping Center. 9am - 3pm YOUTH SOCCER & LITTLE LEAGUE All tournaments take place in Yowell Meadow Park. Organized by Tim Kearney of RE/MAX Crossroads and Mark Settle. CULPEPER RENAISSANCE 4th OF JULY CAR and BIKE SHOW A full day show at The Depot and Davis Street in Downtown Culpeper. Judging begins at 10 a.m., awards are presented at 2.30 p.m. The show is open and free to all. Registration information and forms are posted on the Car Show page. Noon PATRIOTIC PROGRAM: READING OF THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE The Sons of the American Revolution (SAR), Culpeper Minute Men Chapter, will present a program that includes the reading of the Declaration of Independence on the courthouse lawn. Noon to 4 pm STATE THEATRE OPEN HOUSE Get a sneak peek inside the State Theatre, a Culpeper landmark. Learn about the history of the theatre and the work being done to restore it to its former glory. Visit with your favorite characters from TV and Movie classics. 4 pm INDEPENDENCE DAY - MAIN STREET PARADE This hometown parade is open to anyone who wants to participate. The typical hometown Main Street parade was once the center of most annual community events and local gatherings. Culpeper’s 4th of July Celebration brings that memory back to life. Continue the tradition and be a part of the Eleventh Annual Main Street Parade. If you are interested in sponsoring the Parade, please contact the 4th of July Committee. 4:30 pm DINNER AND MUSIC IN THE PARK Yowell Meadow Park is the place to be as of 4:30 pm for food, music and entertainment. You can also spend some time visiting the art & craft vendors in the parking lot area. Join the “After 5 Band” for music at 5:15 pm. 9:15 pm FIREWORKS The Grand Finale of a funfilled day can only be FIREWORKS! Sponsored by the Town of Culpeper and the County of Culpeper. In Luray: Family Funfest Food, crafts, music duck races, fireworks, begin at 3:30 p.m. Hawksbill Greenway & West Main St. Huge Fireworks display at dusk. In Warrenton Great Meadow has one of the largest fireworks display in the Washington, D.C. area. Open at 4 p.m. Fireworks at dusk. See related ads. MAKE IT A RED. RIPE AND BLUE HOLIDAY Pick the Good Stuff for your 4th of July celebration Choose fresh-picked or pick 'em yourself at local farmers markets, roadside stands, pick-your-own farms or grocery stores, along with a rainbow of other colorful and delicious produce. For convenient locations explore wwmviqpniagrownxom Photo by Richard Lykes Photo by Ray Roc I want to see you there! It’s the traditional waterfilled balloon toss, and the last couple standing in dry clothing is the winner. This survivor game is one of the headliners at the Rappahannock County Fourth of July Picnic next Tuesday at the Rappahannock County Park on Route 211 in Washington. The old-fashioned all-p.m. and features burgers and dogs, lemonade, homemade cookies and brownies. And those games - a halfdozen contests for young and old: The three-legged race, horseshoe toss, passing-theorange from chin to chin, spoon races, and the toilet-paperwrapping game, too! Finally - there will be sack races, because we think we can find the sacks! Yall come — the red, white, and blue bunting will be on display. The traditional Fourth picnic is sponsored by the Rappahannock County Democratic Committee which extends a warm welcome to our neighbors of all political persuasions. “See Us For All Your Building Supply Needs” 1418 Orange Road Culpeper (540) *25-0937 a Find your % new home With the Rappahannock News 540-675-3349 ■ 54U-075-3My How strong and how steady are the waves of the sea! When we look at the ocean we can glimpse the nature of God’s mighty power and love. It Is predictable. Ills dependable. The waves will crash upon the shore with the rhythm that has continued from the time the seas were created, this we do not question. Perhaps the question we must consider is one concerning our faith in God and brHIs Word. Is it as steady and as strong as the waves of the ocean? Does our faith in God shape our consciousness as the waves shape the line of the shore? In Isaiah 48:18, God proclaimed, “...your peace would have been like a river, and your righteousness like the waves of the sea.” Worship each week in God’s House, and learn such trust in Him that your faith will flow with the strength and constancy of the waves of the sea. Sunday Monday EzaMal EzaMal 11:14-25 20:33-44 Tuaaday Wednesday Thursday EzaMal Ezekiel Ezekiel 33:1-20 36:1-15 38:16-3* Friday Saturday EzaMal Denial 39:21-24 6:10-28 Scriptures Selected by The American Brbie Society Copyright 2006. Keister Williams Newspaper Services. P O Box 8187. Charlottes idle. VA 22906. j ABERDEEN ^>>1 BARN !□! Steaks • Seafood • Prime Rib Banquets • Luncheons in the Holiday Inn of Culpeper [540} 825-1037 W.C. THOMPSON FUNERAL HOME 503-7 NORTH MAIN ST. CULPEPER, VIRGINIA (540) 825-6700 Church Activities are brought to you courtesy of these advertisers and the Rappahannock News

All submissions in Upcoming Events must be received by 3p .m. on Mondays in order to be included in the next edition of the paper. For etnml, send to Jan Clatterbuck at jclatterbuck@timespapers.com Tree Seedlings available As in previous years, tree seedlings are now available for planting in the county. This year’s selections are Sugar Maple, Loblolly Pine, and Yellow Poplar. The seedlings are available in bundles of 10-25 trees or less. Donations to help defray costs appreciated. For more information and pick-up, call or email John Kirchner at 987-9154, info @ johnkirchner.com 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 Sushi nights, every other Monday: Next date, July 17. Sushi menu begins at 4 p.m. Tuesday- Dart League Wednesday- Prime Rib night Thursday - Games, fun starts at 8 p.m. with trivia teams vying for local kudos Fridays - Live music, 8-11 p.m. For more information, please call (540) 675-3227 June 30, July 1: Griffin Tavern This weekend dinner special at the Griffin, Alaskan Dungeness Crab legs. Friday night, David LaFleur, rock and Saturday night, Bushmasters, rock and blues. Dinner served 4 p.m to 10 p.m. Music in the bar starts at 8:30 p.m. For more information call 675-3227. Friday nights at the Hint Hill Public House Friday night BBQ every Friday night! All summer! Choose from a Pulled Pork or Beef Platter or Sandwich, Pork Ribs, a whole chicken or Top Sirloin. Try the North Carolina style BBQ Shrimp, burgers or brats. Don’t want to sit down? Then, call ahead for carry out at (540) 675-1700. June 15-August 15: Cooling assistance applications Assistance available for needy families this summer. Applications accepted from June 15 through August 15. Assistance is available to households that include a child or children under age six, a disabled individual, or an adult age 60 and over who meet income and eligibility requirements. The maximum gross monthly income to qualify for cooling assistance is $1,062 before taxes for a household of one and $2,167 before taxes for a family of four. Families and individuals must apply at their local department. For more information contact, Nancy Dingle at the Rappahannock Department Social Services at (540) 675-3313. June 20-August 23: Weight Watchers session begins A new 10-week session of Weight Watchers will begin at Rappahannock County High School if there are 15 people interested. Cost is $120 per person. Please contact Kelly Settle at 540.987.8575 if you are interested or for more information. Session dates: June 20 - August 23. June 30: Blue Rock Inn rocks with music - Street Legal Join us for “patio season” at the Blue Rock. All shows will be out on the scenic patio, weather permitting. Shows start at 7 pm. Cover charge is $5 and $9. Great food, tasty beverages and good times for all. Come early for dinner and stay late for great music. The Blue Rock Inn is located at 12567 Lee Hwy., Washington, VA across from RCHS. For details contact Jim McCullough at (540) 987-3190. Upcoming shows: 6/30 Street Legal June 30, July 1: Bag Sale On Friday, June 30 and Saturday, July 1 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., the Washington Thrift Shop will have a bag sale for $5. For more information call Jean Alther at 675-3844. July 1: Red White and Blues We will be celebrating the Fourth of July with the return of Pop Walker to Gadino Cellars. If you have not heard the Blues of Pops (www.popswalker.com) before, now is your chance. Pops will be performing from 1:30 - 5:00 p.m. Seating available on our deck and lawn. Do not miss this intimate and engaging event in Northern Virginia’s Wine Country. No reservations needed. No admittance fees. Wine Tasting $3 to include logo glass. Tasting Room Hours - 12 noon to 6 p.m. Gadino Cellars is a proud member of the Blue Ridge WineWay. July 1: Yard Sale The Flint Hill Volunteer Fire Department will have their yard sale on July 1 starting at 8:30 p.m at the fire department. For more information call Bruce Williams at 635-4673. July 1, 2 : Yard Sale Multi-family yard sale on July 1 and 2 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m at the north house in Huntly. For more information call Judi Burke at 631-6103. July 1,2: Annual Bark Explorations with Jeanne Dreavas Annual Bark Explorations with Jeanne Dreavas from July 1-2 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The cost $130. Learn to strip bark from newly cut trees and manipulate them into functional or sculptural objects through sewing, weaving, pegging and maybe some techniques you’ll discover on your own. Check my web site jeannedrevas.com, email carijeanne @earthlink.net or call 987-3113. Rappahannock County Public Schools Rapp-Fitnlss Center * “Fit minds are ’Rapped’ in fit bodies” Photo by Ray Boc ITEMS NEEDED: Now is the time to clear out your attic, basement or garage and donate things to the Rappahannock County Democratic Committee fund raiser. To arrange for pickup, phone Barbara Adolfi (shown holding antique mannequin heads) at (540) 987-9706 or Barbara Dennis (shown with a doll collection) at (540) 364-2569. All kinds of items are being gathered for the big yard sale on Saturday, August 26. At the Rappahannock County High School 12576 Lee Highway Washington, VA 22747 Holiday Schedule The Rapp-fit Center will be closed July 3 and 4. Hours: Monday-Friday from 4:00 - 7:30 Note: Hours are subject to change. Rates Through June 30 (Buy now to extend current rates past July 1): $6- One month or $50 / year for age 62+, for county fire & rescue volunteers, part-time school and county employees, and for state employees who work in Rappahannock County (State Police, VDOH, VDOT, Etc) $12- One month or $100 year for county residents $20- One month or $150 / year for non-residents $5- Per day for daily users - county residents, $8 for non residents Note: Full-time school employees, full-time county employees and all K-12 students (regardless of where they attend school) may be members at no charge. Rates Effective July 1 : $7- One month or $60 / year for age 62+, for county fire & rescue volunteers, part-time school and county employees, and for state employees who work in Rappahannock County (State Police, VDOH, VDOT, Etc) $14- One month or $120 year for county residents $23- One month or $180 / year for non-residents $7- Per day for daily users - county residents, $10 for non residents Note: Full-time school employees, full-time county employees and all K-12 students (regardless of where they attend school) may be members at no charge. July 4: Old Fashioned 4th of July celebration Join us in an Old Fashioned 4th of July celebration at the Recreation Park in Washington from noon until 3 p.m. Picnic lunch provided: hamburgers, hot dogs, salads,watermelon,cookies and lemonade in addition to patriotic music,games for kids,new friends and old:.AII are welcome. Sponsored by the Rappahannock County'* '*> Democratic Committee. July 4: Great Meadow July 4th celebration On July 4th gates open at 4 p.m. (rain date July 5) at Great Meadow, at The Plains between Middleburg and Warrenton, 1-66 Exit #31. Admission is $30 per car in advance (higher at the gate). Advance tickets on sale June 1 at the Great Meadow website www.GreatMeadow.org. For more information call Great Meadow at (540) 2535001 or info@greatmeadow.org. Great Meadow is home to the famed Virginia Gold Cup Races and many other community events. Tickets available at the Rappahannock News. July 8 - Gadino Cellars-First Anniversary Event One year down and oh how exciting it was! We’re proud to bring back the eclectic Folk Rock music of Danny Schneible to play at this special event, (www.fossilmusic.com) Danny played at our grand opening and is an accomplished guitarist singer/songwriter whom you’re sure to enjoy. He will be playing between 1:00 and 5 p.m. We will also be serving light Hors d’oeuvre s in the tasting room. Please join us for our exciting anniversary celebration made possible by you, our Friends of Gadino Cellars. No reservations needed. No admittance fees. Wine Tasting $3 to include logo glass. Tasting room hours from 12 noon to 6 p.m. July 5,19: Rappahannock Free Clinic The Rappahannock Free Clinic will be open on Wednesday, July 5th and July 19th at the Rappahannock Health Department in Washington. Patient registration is from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. For more information call the clinic at 675-2525 or 3470394. RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVES: 7/6 — 3 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Culpeper Church of Latter Day Saints 7/11 — 12:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Culpeper Community Drive, at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church 7/12 — 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. RRCSB, Culpeper 7/18 — 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Madison Community Drive, at Madison Rescue Squad Building Your blood saves lives! Please mark your calendar and plan to donate. Remember to drink lots of fluids — water or juice are best — the day before, and the day of, the blood drive. Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and fatty foods. To give blood, you rrwust be generally healthy, 17 years of age or rrore, and weigh at least 110 pounds. RED CROSS CLASSES: CPR and First Aid - July 14, 7-9 p.m. and July 15,9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Red Cross building, 146 N. Main St. in Culpeper. Pre-registration is required. CPR For the Professional Rescuer (CPR/PR) at the Red Cross building, 146 N. Main St. in Culpeper Recertification class - July 25 at 9:30 a.m.; $45. Full.course - July 27,9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; $90. Pre-registration is required. For further information call the Red Cross at 825-8611. July 10-14: Headwaters’ Summer Workshops Sign-up now for the 5th year of Headwaters’ Summer Workshops. The workshops are open to all county children from grades 5-12; age requirements vary depending on the workshop chosen. The cost is $35 per child per week. Space is limited, so resen/e your child’s place today! “Workshops are sponsored in part by a generous grant from Target Stores For an application and workshop descriptions, please call Headwaters at 675-1819, or email Lucille Niessen at LNiessen @ Nedpower.com July 10-14: Panther Summer Basketball Camp Register now for the RCHS Panther Summer Basketball Camp, from July 10th through July 14th. Five 4 hour sessions (830AM - 1230PM) will feature fundamentals instruction followed by live game experience. The camp is open to boys and girts who will be in 4th through 8th grade this Fall. Preregister by mailing your deposit of $25 and your camp application by June 23. Applications can be picked up at the Rappahannock County High School or Elementary School Office and also at the Rappahannock County Library. Cost of the camp is $75 for the week, all campers will receive a T-shirt at the end of camp. July 14: Dressage schooling shows start Old Dominion Hounds Pony Club is planning a second series of Friday Dressage Schooling Shows this summer, following the first, very successful, series in 2005. The shows will again be held at Windsor Lodge Farm, just outside Flint Hill, and will start at 2 p.m. A new offering this year is a combined test, which will be open to Beginner Novice, Novice, and Training riders, The schedule is as follows: Dressage shows: July 14, August 11, and September 15 Combined test: July 9 These shows provide a wonderful opportunity for riders to show in a friendly, tow-key, stress-free environment, and are particularly valuable for introducing young horses, or riders who have had little showing experience, to the show ring. For more information, and entry blanks, contact Lesley Arnold, at (540) 636-2344, or email tesleyamold® hotmail.com. July 15: Book Signing at Old Sperryville Bookshop James Russell, local author, will be at the Old Sperryville Bookshop on Saturday, July 15th from 3 p.m to 5 p.m to sign copies of his newest book, Resting Rock. Davette Leonard, the book’s illustrator, will also be at the event. The public is invited to stop by anytime between 3 p.m. to 5 p.m to meet them. Resting Rock and Mr. Russell’s first book, Beyond the Rim, as well as photographs of Mr. Russell by Ray Boc will be available for sale and signing. The event is free. Located on Main Street in Sperryville in an old Episcopal church, the Old Sperryville Bookshop hours are Fridays and Saturdays 10-6 and Sundays 11-5. July 20: FREE Food Every Month Do you need additional food to add to your kitchen pantry based on the number of people in your family. When is it? July 20, Thursday from 3-5 p.m. August 17. Check newspaper or call 6753313 to confirm future date Where is it? Washington Baptist Church, 180 Gay Street, Washington. Families that are income eligible or that receive Food Stamps, Medicaid and/or SSI will automatically qualify to receive USDA Food Commodities. Registration & Distribution will be first come - first served! Questions my be directed to (540) 675-3716, (540) 675-3336 or (540) 987-9101. Sponsored by the Rappahannock Community Care Coalition. July 22: Rea Market and Yard Party On Saturday, July 22 the Chester Gap Volunteer Fire & Rescue will have a flea market and yard party at the carnival grounds in the fire hall from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. They will even pick up the items for you. For pick up call Adam Moore at 671-5839 or Stephanie Crawford at 635-5091 and leave a message. July 22: RappahannockRapidan Medical Reserve Corps orientation training Are You Ready for Hurricanes, Tornadoes, Floods, and Public Health Emergencies? If someone knocked on your door and said to evacuate in five minutes, are you ready? Do you know what to take with you? RRMRC orientation and trainings will take place on Saturday, July 22 in Culpeper from 9 a.m -12 noon. Registration is necessary. The RRMRC is a group of volunteers who are prepared to volunteer in the case of a natural disaster or public health emergency in the counties of Culpeper, Fauquier, Madison, Orange and Rappahannock. Complete an application form either by contacting the office at (540) 829-7350 ext 132, or online at http://rrmrc.vdh.virignia.gov, or via email at rrmrc@vdh.virginia.gov. August 26: Democratic Committee yard sale The Annual Yard Sale of the Rappahannock County Democratic Committee is not that far away -August 26th. Now is the time to look around the house to see what you’d like to donate: small furniture, holiday decorations, kitchenware, videotapes, how-to books. The fund-raiser yard sale this year will feature something new: a collector’s comer, our own boutique for the very special items. To arrange a pickup^or your donation please call Barbara Adolfi at ^540) 987-9706 or Barbara Dennis at (540) 364-2569. Summer Camps at Belle Meade Belle Meade Day Camp located at 353 FT V&ltey Road in Sperryvtlle wHI be offering summer fun for boys and girls 6-13. They will have five twoweek sessions, June 19-30, July 3-14, July 17-28, July 31 - August 11, August 14-25. Camp activities include swimming, canoing, hiking, arts and crafts, archery, informal sports. Bede Meade Swim Camp has three one-week sessions: June 5-9 for 3-6 year olds, June 12-16 and August 28 - September 1 for 4-8 year olds. For more information visit www.bellemeade.net/camp or cal Susan Hoffman at 987-9748. Arts and Crafts Camp Arts and Crafts Camp gives children the opportunity to spend a week working on unique projects with a professional artist and percussionist Janet Kerig . The location is the Pavilion at the Rappahannock County Park across from Little Washington. The emphasis is bn creativity, fun, games and the great outdoors! The multi-media experience includes: tie dye, basket weaving, paper making from plants, watercolor painting, sketching, bead work, beeswax candle making, Cherokee plant prints on scarves, plant identification, natures walks and drumming! The goal of camp is for children to express themselves freely and to provide an atmosphere that nurtures the young artist, improve their hand skills and to give them the techniques to improve their sense of color, form and materials. Hours are Monday thru Friday 9am to 3pm. Dates are session 1; July 10 to July 14, session 2 is Aug 7 to Aug 11, session 3 is Aug 14 to Aug 18, session 4 is Aug 21 to Aug 25 ..The cost is $155 per session, second sibling $55 For registration call (540) 987-8670 or email artsandcraftscamp@yahoo.com. Janet Kerig has a BA from the University of Maryland, is an exhibiting fiber artist, percussionist, and a joyful teacher specializing in Earth basketry, natural dyeing and children’s folk arts. She has taught workshops at Mountain Laurel Montessori, Rappahannock Public Schools, Hearthstone School, Wakefield Country Day School,Sidwell Friends, Middle Street Gallery and the National Park Sen/ice at Glen Echo Park, Md. Sperryvllle Pottery Clay Camp Registration is beginning for the Spenryville Pottery’s Summer Clay Camp. Weeks are June 2024, July 25-29 and August 8-12 for kids ages 5-11, June 27-July 1 for Advanced kids 5-11, and August 1-5 for Teen Throwing. Hours will be from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. The cost is $225/wk. For more information or to register, call Suzanne at (540) 987-1000. Contestants for Flint Hill Volunteer Fire Department The Flint Hill Volunteer Fire Department is seeking young ladies and young men between the ages of 1-21 to compete for the following titles: Little Mister, 1-8; Tiny Miss, 1-4; Little Miss, 5-9; Junior Miss, 10-15; and Miss Honorary Fire Chief, 16-21. The Little Mister and Tiny Miss are new categories this year. Contestants will be selling tickets on the 2006 Chevrolet Colorado Pickup. For more . information, please contact Karen Williams at 6354673 and leave a message. October 24,25,26: RCHS varsity cheerleaders to host cheer mini camp Come join the RCHS Varsity cheerleaders as they teach the latest cheers, chants and dances for the 2006 season on October 24,25,26 at the Rappahannock County Elementary School gym from 6-8 p.m. Cost $25. Permission forms can be picked up at the elementary school and/or high school office. FOR YOUR MIND, BODY, SPIRIT AND SENSE OF WELL BEING Nature’s Way Day Spa Spring Specials Deep Cleansing, personalized Facial Therapy $65 - a $10 discount Personalized Facial with 30 minute Reflexology Treatment $90 - $15 discount Swedish or Deep Tissue Massage with hot stone treatment and herb infused hot towels 90 minute $90- a $20 discount Swedish or Deep Tissue Massage with hot stone treatment and herb infused hot towels 60 minute $60- a 15 discount Combination of Swedish massage for 60 min. and Personalized Facial for 60 min. $120 - a $15 discount Gift Certificates Available call Terri Freeborn at (540) 987-9777 to schedule your appointment. Nature’s Way Day Spa is located at the Rappahannock Wellness Center, 11576 Lee Hwy., Sperryville. Yoga at Sun and Moon Studio - Belle Meade Schoolhouse Spring Semester is now underway: April 17-July 2. These classes are all levels and designed for the beginner as well as the more experienced yoga practitioner. Please drop in at any time; your first class is free! Classes are Monday, 9:30-11 a.m. (Mary, Kit), Wednesday, 6-7:30 p.m. (Mary, Janice) and Friday, 9:30-11 a.m. (Mary/Janice). Please call Mary O’Meara at 825-1215 with questions, or email at maryomeara@earthlink.net Registration forms are available at the door, or on line at http:www.s.unandmoonstudiocom. Synergy Dance happenings Update for the Oriental Dance classes at Belle Me^de Tuesday night at 6 p.m. The next fou^ See EVENTS, Page B4

Careful what you wish for Goodness knows, we needed some rain, but I think we have now received our allotment for June, July and August. Our garden was getting awfully dry. We had enjoyed some crook neck squash with new onions and nice cabbage and a few early potatoes, and one little red tomato. But, before the rain started, the com had curled up tighter than Dick’s hat band, as Mom used to say. When I was a young man, I could almost make it rain, by washing my car. This time, it took a bit more effort, but I think I can take at least partial credit. With the garden drying to dust, my brother gave me a gasoline powered water pump, and my brotherin-law came up with two plastic barrels. I installed a petcock in the bottom of each barrel so I could hook up a garden hose, and I was ready to go to the river for 100 gallons of water for my parched vegetables, and Linda’s flower garden. That night, we got over a half inch of rain, and it has rained every day since. What more can I say? I am still having a hateful time with these blasted Colorado potato bugs. Why they didn’t stay in Colorado, I’ll never know. Nothing I can Flint Hill Richard Brady 675-3754 richardbradyl@ juno.com buy seems to work. A friend told me recently that it was a sorry day for our country when a fellow could no longer go down to the local hardware store and buy dynamite. I am not exactly sure I agree with that, but I do agree with the general sentiment. You see, it used to be that a gardener could go to the store and get something to spray his garden with that was effective. That is getting to be a thing of the past. There are still products out there that are effective, but they are not available to the general public. You have to be somebody or know somebody to get them. That’s a shame. Your government wants to protect you from hurting yourself, or the environment. Again, I can agree with the sentiment, but not the way it is being administered. The last word It is kind of like that two cent tax that spurred such wonderful, spirited public debate The concept of open space is good. Encouraging open space is good. But, we already have land use valuation. We already have easement possibilities, with real money-in-your-pocket tax credits. I am persuaded that you cannot ration a rat in a corn house. If property owners want to cash in their chips bad enough to divide their land into the smallest pieces possible and sell it or develop it, I believe they will eventually do that. I do not believe that taxing the general population to raise revenue to use as an incentive, if you will, to deter that type of activity would be effective public policy in the long run. I am reminded of the words of the great Chief Seattle of the Duwanish Indian tribe whose home was what is now the northwest United States. He said he did not understand the ways of the white man. The idea of owning the land, he could not comprehend. The concept of selling and buying land was foreign to him. But, he said, perhaps it is because I am just a simple man, and do not understand the ways of the new world. Maybe that’s it. It’s a boy! Jeff and Destiny Compton of Castleton are proud to announce the birth of their son, Hunter Ray Compton. He was bom on May 30 at Fauquier Hospital. He weighed seven pounds and 11 ounces. Paternal grandparents are Ray and Darlene Compton of Castleton. Maternal grandparents are Carl and Donna Menefee of Madison. Hunter Ray Compton Events From Page B3 classes will teach the basics so we encourage beginners to get started now. Please feel free to join us and bring a flowing skirt. The Rappahannock County SynergyDance class with Virginie Audrain is relocated at Ki Theatre, Gay Street in c Washington, VA. We resume our Spring/Summer schedule with an / evening class on Thursdays 6- < 7:30pm for 6 weeks. You need to ( bring your own mats and wear < < The Shade Mountain r 284 acres with mountain views from numerous building sites. Trails, stone fences and streams throughout property. Streams can support a pond or lake: This property is one of a kind! Walk this property to enjoy the solitude and beauty of nature. Offered at $2,400,000 Enjoy the spectacular panoramic views from the unique curved great room and deck that Sycamore Hill has to offer. Situated on the hill just outside Little Washington, the excitement of the season with the colors and sounds of nature are yours to enjoy while meandering the two miles of walking trails on just under 52 acres. Home 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 walkout lower level. Available for short-term rental at $2,500 per month plus utilities. Offered at $1,500,000. 79 acres of nice "walking” woods. Large trees, strong flowing creeks and building sites overlooking streams or allowing winter views. Located in southern part of Rappahannock County, near the Culpeper line. Possible Division - - Offered at $995,000. Two lots in Blue Ridge Mountain Estates, back-to-back, each with road frontage. $70,000 takes both. Fly the American flag proudly This July 4th, we will celebrate the 230th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Independence Day is regarded as the birthday of the United States as a free and independent nation. On July 4, 1776, we claimed our independence from Britain and democracy was bom. OurAmericanflagisasym- • bol of our freedom and we should fly it proudly. As we celebrate our nation’s birth and heritage, the thoughts of everyone turn to enjoy the day in the spirit it was intended, a day of independence and fun for us all. We wish all our readers a happy and safe Fourth of July, but urge everyone to use caution and prudence in order to avoid happiness turning into tragedy. The Rappahannock County Sheriffs Office and the Virginia State Police will be working full force on the highways to make sure that everyone will have a safe and enjoyable holiday! Washington Jan Clatterbuck 675-3338 jclatterbuck@ timespapers.com Old Fashioned celebration On July 4, the Rappahannock County Democratic Committee invites everyone to an Old Fashioned 4th at the Recreation Park in Washington from noon until 3 p.m. There will be hamburgers, hot dogs, salads, watermelon, cookies, and lemonade, also music and games for the kids. Old and new friends are welcome. For all of you readers, don’t forget the bag sale on Friday, June 30 at the Washington Thrift Shop from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information call Jean Alther at 675-3844. At $5 a bag, it’s a bargain! News from Rappahannock National Bank Sherry Cillo, Assistant Vice president/Branch Manager is the proud mom of a baby girl, Payton Madison. She was bom on June 20 and weighed 6 lbs. 15 ounces. Both mom and daughter are doing well. Birthday wishes go out to Carroll Racer, who will be celebrating his day on June 30. The community wishes Alice Butler a speedy recovery. Bill Welch is recuperating at home after back surgery. Headwaters Summer Workshops Sign-up now for the fifth year of Headwaters’ Summer Workshops. The workshops are open to all county children from grades 5-12, age requirements vary depending on the workshop chosen. The cost is $35 per child per week. Space is limited, so call Headwaters at 675-1819 to reserve your child’s place soon! Johnson-Mills to exchange vows I. ..- - - fc— - mHUm -.. ■ -■■•■■■ Daisy Anne Johnson to wed Don Conway Mills Jr. Charles and Deborah Johnson Jr. of Amissville, are pleased to announce the upcoming wedding of their daughter, Daisy Anne Johnson to Don Conway Mills Jr., son of Don and Janet Mills Sr. of Stafford, VA. Johnson is a 2000 graduate of Rappahannock County High School and a 2004 graduate of George Mason University with a Bachelor of Arts, in Psychology. She is employed with the Rappahannock Rapidan Community Services Board as a Psychosocial Rehabilitation Provider. Mills is a 2001 graduate of North Stafford High School and is employed with the Manassas City School Board as an HVAC Technician. The happy couple will exchange vows on Sunday, July 23, 2006 at Locust Shade State Park Amphitheater. Their reception will be held immediately following the ceremony at Rockhill VFD and the couple will honeymoon in the Poconos. omfortable layered clothing. Charmaine Lee and Virginie kudrain teach in tandem a lynergyDance class in Charlottesville, downtown at Jtudio 206 Friday morning at 1:45 a.m. Join us, we are happy d carpool. All classes are: $15 drop-in and !72 for the series of 6 classes. For more information call /irginie at 937-5609 or Charmaine at 987 8734 or visit is at www.synergydance.com Optimal Health & Nutrition Sessions at Hearthstone School Learn how to create more 3nergy and vitality in your life, through vibrant health, stress management, improved digestion and dietary habits. Contact - Kathy J. Edwards, CTN, CNC., (540) 987-9272 (ext. 1) to schedule an appointment Exercise class Join a group of fit and friendly women of all ages for an hour of exercise three mornings a week! These classes, an evolving mix of stretching, aerobics, dance, free weights, mat work, and yoga, have been going on for years! Classes are held at Trinity Episcopal Church (parking lot across from the Inn) on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, at 8:15. Drop-ins welcome. Call Martha at 636-8315 or Ellie at 675-3978 for more information. Healing Energy “Gil Brooker, Reiki Master, opens a new practice at the Rappahannock Wellness Center located above the Hearthstone School at 11576 Lee Highway in Sperryville. His hands-on Reiki sessions utilize healing energy to promote individual well being on an emotional, physical and spiritual level. Reiki is an ancient healing technique which restores inner harmony and vitality. To begin this practice all new clients will have half their first fee donated to the Hospice Support in Warrenton. Call (540) 987 3359 for an appointment. COUNTRY PLACES S. REALTY ^ 257 Gay street • Washington, VA www.countryplacesva.com 540-675-1200 Mountain Views & Southern Exposure! RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY Beautiful & private 3 acre lot near Shenandoah Park nestled between Flint Hill & Little tr r Washington. This treed site has dra matic rock outcroppings and is surveyed, perced & ready for building. 1j» New driveway to house site, jjl Owner/Agent. $194,500 10,000 Sq. Ft. Conference Center PERFECT FOR A RETREAT, CAMP OR B&B 9 bedrooms, 12 bathrooms, 2 kitchens, meeting room, caretaker’s quarters, 31.5 acres with spring-fed trout lake just off the Blue Ridge Parkway. $929,000 -i-N laa Denise Chandler, Principal Broker E*_ ft H

Religious Notes trinity Episcopal Church welcomes Reverend Hoddinott During the sabbatical of The Reverend Jennings W. Hobson, III, Rector of Trinity Episcopal Church, two priests were called to serve as Celebrants. The Reverend Nigel Mollink of Johannesburg, South Africa, departed on June 20 having served since April 23. He shared the services on Sunday, June 18, with The Reverend Rosalie Hoddinott, who recently arrived from New Zealand. Reverend Hoddinott will be the Celebrant at Trinity through midAugust. All are cordially welcome to attend Sunday Services at Trinity Episcopal Church, 379 Gay Street, Washington, Virginia at 8 a.m. (Holy Eucharist), 9 a.m , and 10 a.m. Please call the Church Office, (540) 675-3716, for more information. Arctic Adventure Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church is ready for an Arctic Adventure. Trek on over June 26-30 from 9-12 noon each day. We’ll study God’s word in the Big Bear Lodge, sing songs at Echo Bay, play games at Kayak Cove, discover more about missions thru Glacier Pass, stop off at the Snowsho'e Canteen for a quick bit to eat, then on to the crafts depot. Please pre-register at (540) 987-8354 so you miss this daytime adventure. Vacation Bible Schools Thornton’s Gap Regular Baptist Thornton’s Gap Regular Baptist Church, Sperryville will have their Vacation Bible School from June 26-30 at 6:30 each evening. The theme is Trading Places, commencement will be on Friday, June 30. All area children are invited to attend. Hope Hill Baptist Church Hope Hill Baptist Church, Castleton will be having their Vacation Bible School from July 10-14. This year’s theme is “Be All You Can Be,” and will run from 7-9 p.m. each evening for children Pre-K through 6th grade. There will be games, singing refreshments, awards and lots of fun as part of the program. There will be special activities for the teens every afternoon from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. and a special awards night on Friday, July 14. For more information call (540) 829-4924. Fellowship Assembly of God Fellowship Assembly of God, located off of Gid Brown Hollow Road, will be holding Vacation Bible School, “Set Sail: Spread the Good News,” on Monday, July 10th -14th from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. . If you have any questions, call 987-8230 or 987-9134. Woodville Baptist Church Woodville Baptist Church at 4629 Sperryville Pike in Woodville, will be holding Vacation Bible School from July 16th thru July 19th from 6:30 pm till 8:30 pm Nightly. Ages Pre-school through grades 6. Tuesday Night July 18th will be a special Slip N Slide Event. All children are urged to bring their swim suit and a towel. Wednesday Night will be “Make Your Own Sundae” Night. For information and registration please call Mindy Alexander at 987-9066 or Annette Ferguson at 987-9621 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.shawlmihistry.com. FREE Food Every Month Do you need additional food to add to your kitchen pantry based on the number of people in your family. When is it? July 20 Thursday from 3-5 p.m. August 17. Check newspaper or call 675-3313 to confirm future date Where is it? Washington Baptist Church, 180 Gay Street, Washington. Families that are income eligible or that receive Food Stamps, Medicaid and/or SSI will automatically qualify to receive USDA Food Commodities. Registration & Distribution will be first come - first served! Questions my be directed to (540) 675-3716, (540) 675-3336 or (540) 9879101. Sponsored by the Rappahannock Community Care Coalition. Home and land transfers this week These Rappahannock County home and land transfers were recorded in the Rappahannock County Circuit Court Clerk’s office for the period of June 16, 2006 to June 23, 2006. To find transfers in other Northern Virginia counties, visit www.timespapers.com. (Please note that only the first person named as the grantor or grantee is listed.) Hampton District Jeremy Adam Clem to Steve S. Sami and others, 21.5 acres, Tax Map 19-22A, $75,000 Jackson District James Ronald Magee to William Magee, 18.75 acres, rax Map: 32-72, $200,000 Wakefield District James Randolph and Wife to Joseph R. Hall and Wife. 26.276 acres, Tax Map: 13-91, $450,000 Easement Update Reservoir deal adds to easement acreage In connection with agreement by the Virginia Outdoors Foundation to support expansion of the Town of Washington’s water sup ply reservoir on land protected by an easement granted in 1978 by Sidney and Anne Berry, the Berrys have added two additional tax parcels to their earlier 50acre easement. Recorded on June 8, the Berry easement amendment increases protection by another 21 acres — raising the county wide easement total to 23,180 acres. Celebrating Virginia’s history As Jamestown, Virginia prepares to celebrate its 400th birthday, The Rappahannock News will occasionally print selected Virginia Vignettes as a way of celebrating Virginia’s history. Was the Virginia colony a fledgling democracy? No. Authority for running the colony resided first with the London Company and later with the King and his privy council, which could impose rules on the colony and veto the actions of governors and the General Assembly. Furthermore, powerful planter elite controlled the internal affairs of Virginia through its positions in the House of Burgesses, county government, and on church vestries. And yet the assembly was a representative body elected by the freemen, all of whom were eligible to vote prior to 1670. Although voting was later restricted to land and lease holders, eligibility was still considerable up to the Revolution. Most importantly, < distance from England and the isolation of the frontier cultivated a spirit of individualism, a defiance of authority that would be the basis for a democratic polity in the future. Were the first Africans brought to Virginia as slaves? In 1619 a group of some twenty Angolans arrived in Virginia on a Dutch frigate, which had taken them from a Virginia Vignettes Portuguese vessel. These first Africans were likely Kimbundo-speaking Christians from Ndongo, where 4,000 had been captured in 1618. Although probably considered slaves by their captors, they apparently were accorded the status of indentureship in the Virginia colony. As indentured servants they were required to serve a four-to-seven year contract as laborers. Thereafter, they would be free to hire themselves out or work their own land, as Antonio Johnson did on the Eastern Shore. By the 1640s, however, the colony was passing laws that clearly discriminated against Africans, preparing the way for a black slave labor system by the end of the century. Who was Captain John Smith? Captain John Smith (15801631) was a member of the resident council sent by the London Company to establish an outpost in Virginia in 1607. A short, stocky soldier of fortune from Lincolnshire, Smith had fought Spaniards and Turks across the map of Europe. He had been captured and enslaved in Turkey, until he killed his master and escaped to Russia before returning to England. Having survived internal dissension that had led to his temporary arrest on the voyage over, Smith assumed leadership of the colony during the first starvation crisis and saved Jamestown by imposing discipline among the colonists and negotiating with the Powhatans to supply them with com. He navigated most of the Chesapeake waterways, mapping the region and contacting many tribes. He endured captivity among the Indians and plots against his life by both Indians and his fellow Englishmen. Smith returned to England in 1609, never to return to Virginia, but he explored the northern coast of America and is credited with naming it New England. When was the first General Assembly held? An important attraction for liberty-loving Englishmen to come to Virginia in the 1620s was the creation of a representative assembly to assist in the governing of the colony. Twenty-two elected delegates or burgesses convened with new governor Sir George Yeardley and his advisory Council of Munich From Page B1 soldier. As Avner begins learning the locations of his targets, his mission takes him around the globe. Some tragic near misses with a wearing away of conscience and the realization that the hunters may have become the hunted turn Avner’s assignment into a nightmare. Each assassination brings about a Black September reprisal even providing a rational terrorist who engages in an intellectual debate with Avner about how the Palestinians have resorted to the only methods left to them. They will wait generations to establish their home no matter how unattractive the actual land. But the determined Meir (Lynn Cohen) argues, in a line that sums up the film, that “every civilization finds it necessary to negotiate compromises with its own values.” Spielberg and writer Tbny Kushner project that painful compromise on the oftenanguished face of Avner Kauffman, superbly played by Bana. Spielberg is most certainly one of the most compelling filmmakers. While this is a historical story, the synergy with today’s events is impossible to miss. All that is spoken about terrorism is as relevant today as it was in the early 1970s. Rated R for intense violence and sexual content, “Munich* is a serious adult film. Run time is 140 minutes. TTortragg Loan* Purchases and Refinances Low Fixed Rates Pre-Approvals Available Kim Love ISperryviUe: 540-987-8768 Warrenton: 540-341-8260 Cell: 540-878-1186 iuvccaiivwaoi.com Offices in Sperryville & Warrenton Capital Assets Financial Inc State on 30 July 1619 in the wooden Jamestown church to discuss company rules and enact laws of governance that prohibited gambling, drunkenness, swearing, and idleness. The assembly was not intended to be a miniature Parliament; legislation required the approval of the governor and the council, which limited its power. Nevertheless, the General Assembly or House of Burgesses was the first elected representative body in the New World, establishing the principle of self-government that would be a hallmark of the American experiment. Source: The Virginia Foundation For the Humanities Photo by Susan Lalng WELCOMED: Reverend Rosalie and Graeme Hoddinott will be at Trinity Episcopal Church through mid-August. Reverend Hoddinott welcomed at Trinity Episcopal Church By Bob Lander Special to the Rappahannock News The Reverend Rosalie and Graeme Hoddinott arrived on June 16 from their home in Christ Church, New Zealand and will be at Trinity Episcopal Church through mid-August when Trinity Rector Jennings W. Hobson III, returns from sabbatical. Reverend Hoddinott served as Celebrant at Trinity in 2001. She assumed these same duties on June 18 from The Reverend Nigel Mollink who returned on June 20 to his home in Johannesburg, South Africa after eight weeks as Celebrant with the church. In Christ Church, Reverend Hoddinott serves as Residentiary Canon at Christ Church Cathedral and serves on the staff for pastoral care. She is also the Ecumenical Chaplain. While at Trinity, Reverend Hoddinott will be basing her messages each week on the Episcopalian Lectionary and plans to conduct a New Zealand Episcopal Service during her tenure as Celebrant. The Hoddinotts love to travel and camp having completed many outings on the South Island among the mountains and forests prevalent there. Their first international trip was to Rappahannock County in 2001. Reverend Rosalie’s interests include cooking and sewing. Graeme, retired for two years, plays golf as much as possible when he is not woodworking or doing renovations and serving the church. Trinity Episcopal Church is located at 379 Gay Street in Washington. All are welcomed to the three services conducted each Sunday at 8,9 and 10 a.m. For information, please call 540-675-3716, or email: trinwash2@shentel.net. 25 Years Local Experience Appraisals for Refinances, Purchase and Pre-Purchase, Divorce and Estate 540-347-7826 3BR/1BA home located near Little Washington on .80 acre. Great Starter home or Retirement home. New windows, central air, heat pump, freshly painted and great landscaping. $248,000 Exceptional Brick Rambler located in Scenic Rappahannock County. This property has a lot to offer. 3BR/3BA, sunroom, full finished basement, completely fenced backyard, great mountain view, paved driveway, wood floors throughout. Sellers are motivated! $399,990 (priced below appraisal) . ‘ ■—^V, V.. ■ Custom built home w/4BR/2.5BA and is situated on 19 fenced acres. Attached two car garage, terrace, decking w/ balcony off the master bedroom. Three story bank bam with large stalls, the upper two unfinished levels are designed for an apartment but used for storage. Offered and Appraised at $850,000 Working Country store on main level w/gas pumps. Upper level houses 2BR/1.5 BA Apt. Lower level has shop space w/brick floor and stone wall. Large front porch. All this situated on 1.19 acres. This 1877 landmark offers approximately 3400 sq feet of leaseablc *P»«. $349,500 i This quality constructed 5 BR/ 5 1/2 BA home is tucked away on 30 acres near Flint Hill. 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‘Be all you can be?’ Author Garreau says technology will radically redefine what it means to be human By Don Del Rosso Rappahannock News Staff Writer • Will technology and medicine lead to a perfect world, eliminating disease, physical disabilities and perhaps evpn death? Or will it produce a kind, of hell on Earth, destroying the planet, or at least making it virtually uninhabitable? Neither, postulates Broad Rim resident and author Joel Garreau. He prefers to believe that informed, “cussed,” ingenious and rational men and women on the street will decide how genets ics, robotics, information and nanotechnology should be used to develop “solutions” to the big “challenges” that face society on a global scale. For an hour last Wednesday night, Garreau gave the Hume Ruritan Club the Cliffs Notes version of “Radical Evolution: The Promise and Perils of Enhancing Our Minds, Our Bodies and What it Means to be Human,” his new book on the subject. “I don’t do predictions,” the Washington Post editor and writer warned the 40 or so gathered June 21 at the Leeds Episcopal Church Parish House for the club’s monthly dinner meeting. “I don’t have a crystal ball.” Instead, as a reporter, “I’m here to talk about what’s in the pipeline and what’s coming at us.” The pipeline could include “memory pills” for people in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease and devices that could “blur” the distinction between mind and machine to allow multiple sclerosis victims to walk, permit the deaf to hear and the blind to see. “This is the here and now,” according to Garreau, who said some of these advances could be commercially available within five to 10 years. “What we’re talking about tonight is one of the biggest revolutions in hundreds of thousands of years in what it means to be human,” he said.. As he spoke, he paced the meeting room and clicked PowerPoint images of evolution-themed New Yorker cartoons, history’s first “telekinetic monkey” and cloned goat and alleged steroiduser and San Francisco Giant outfielder Barry Bonds at the plate. Until recently, technology has been “aimed outward” to change the environment, Garreau said. Think of agriculture, the creation of cities and space travel, he suggested. Now, for the first time, technology is “increasingly aimed inward” to “modify our minds, bur memories, our metabolisms, our personalities and our kids,” he said. “And if you can do all of that, then you’re really talking about what it means to be human and what it means to change human nature.” Technology suddenly gives new meaning to the U.S. Army recruitment slogan “be all you can be,” Garreau added. In striking ways, people and society soon will face tough questions about how and/or whether to adopt such technolo gies. For instance, “memory pills” would provide obvious medical benefits for Alzheimer’s patients. And aging, forgetful boomers won’t be able to gobble them fast enough, he said. They will be bigger than Viagra, he predicted. Memory pills also could mean huge educational advantages for many, but perhaps not for all. And therein lies the dilemma, Garreau suggested. Imagine your children or grandchildren returning home from school in tears because they cannot compete on any level with their “enhanced” peers, he said. Such kids are brighter, bigger, stronger, better behaved and more attractive because their families “invested” in technologies that “are improving what it means to be human and you’re not,” Garreau said. He offered three responses. Parents can ignore their kids’ teary-eyed complaints, telling them: “We love you just the way you are. Just pull up your pants and foiget about it.” They can refinance the farm and go on an “arms-race” spending spree to create superkids. Or, “You could try to get these enhanced kids banned from your schools,” Garreau said to howling laughter. He spoke of his research for “Radical Evolution,” during which he learned about the Defense Advance Research Project Agency, effectively the Pentagon’s personal think tank. “These guys have an amazing track record,” Garreau said. “No matter what A1 Gore says, these are the guys who really did invent the Internet.” Among other things, DARPA created the Saturn 5 rocket (he described NASA as a DARPA spinoff) and most recently Belle, the world’s first “telekinetic monkey,” as Garreau put it. By virtue of intense exposure to computer games and a brain implant the size of a baby aspirin, Belle, who lives at Duke University in North Carolina, manipulated via computer line a robotic arm some 600 miles away at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Boston. A real, five monkey, the technology-aided creature used only her “thoughts” to move the robotic arm. That kind of technology someday might permit fighter pilots to control their crafts more precisely or help the disabled walk, Garreau said. “You blur the distinction between the mind and machine,” he said. What we’re made of Garreau, 57, is the author of two national bestsellers, “Edge City: Life on the New Frontier” and “The Nine Nations of North America.” He said he cares less about technology than about “culture” and “values” and how they influence the application of technology. He wants to know “what makes people tick.” In “Radical Evolution,” Garreau provides three scenarios, which he calls “Heaven,” Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Ashley Sullivan THE FUTURE IS NOW: Author and Washington Post reporter Joel Garreau spoke to the Hume Ruritan Club about the new choices that people will be asked to make because of rapidly advancing technology. “Hell” and “Prevail.” He expressed little intellectual interest in the Heaven and Hell scenarios, which argue that technology “is in control.” Heaven scenario proponents believe technology will manage “pain, suffering, stupidity, ignorance, ugliness and even death.” Hell scenario believers think technology will be the end of us. Garreau opts for the Prevail scenario, which puts its faith in people and their ability to develop measured and appropriate “responses” to “challenges” almost as quickly as they arise. He cited history to make his case. For the first time, the printing press gave man a chance to “share, store and deliver ideas in ways that were never before possible.” With that you get the Renaissance, the rise of global trade, the Enlightenment* the creation of democracy and so on, Garreau said. Harvey Ussery of Hume, who attended the Ruritan Club dinner, said Garreau impressed him. “I think it’s a timely topic. Maybe he’s right. Maybe the middle ground (Prevail scenario) is it.” But Usseiy believes Garreau missed the boat in failing to address the “manipulation” of technology in food production. “The modem food system given to us by technology is wrecking” food, said Usseiy, a “homesteader” who grows organic fruits and vegetables and raises organic chickens. Ruritan Club member Tbm Davenport of Delaplane called Garreau’s talk “very stimulating.” “There’s the double-edged sword to technology,” said Davenport, an independent filmmaker. “The Frankenstein monster thing. They (technologies) have elements of good and elements of the destruction of human life. The enhancement of human possibilities can be used a number of ways for good and for bad.” E-mail the reporter: ddelrosso@timespapers. com An apple a day They’re pretty, they’re good for you, and their production may involve environmental concerns. They are also heavily associated with the history of Rappahannock County. Because the trees like warm, light-filled days, and relatively cool nights in order to produce, apple orchards have a long association with the Blue Ridge, the Northern Shenandoah Valley and Rappahannock. If one studies aerial photos and topographical maps of the County from the first half of the 20th Century, a characteristic, highly regular grid of dots (or tree tops) can easily be ' observed. As the distribution and frequency of the dots might readily suggest, apple production in Rappahannock once ranked third in Virginia during the 1950s and 60s. Where did they come from? It is easy to imagine that there were always app\e orchards in the County, however it appears that attempts at commercial production only arose after the Civil War. After the conflict, Rappahannock veteran C.B. Wood started a nursery. In addition to selling apple trees that led to the advent of local orchards, Wood, in a clever advertising ploy, also sent a barrel of apples to Queen Victoria of England. The barrel’s contents, Albemarle Pippins, caught the queen’s fancy and a foreign market for Rappahannock apples was created. Growth of the industry By 1900, an estimated 200,000 apple trees dotted the Rappahannock landscape. Around that time, much of the For Sale: Mountain Retreat with Million Dollar Views. Located in a secluded hollow of the Blue Ridge. This property was once part of a large apple orchard and many trees remain in the high meadows above the homestead. fruit from these trees was packed and shipped from a store in Sperryville owned by P.H. O’Bannon. Apples not quickly sent elsewhere after picking were dried at several small plants also located in Sperryville. Much of the dried fruit would be consumed locally. When demand for Rappahannock apples accelerated during the (nineteen) 30s, larger storage and packing plants became a necessity. Most of the resulting buildings for these plants, all constructed prior to and just after World War II, remain today as massive reminders of the once immense scope of the local fruit industry. mm Amissville, Virginia Charming Cap Cod in Village of Amissville. Room for expansion with 33 X 13 upper level. Qreat starter home or investment home. Detached 2 car garage, fenced back yard on almost one acre. $309,000 Amissville, Virginia This well maintained Rambler features 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, a two-car attached garage and large deck. 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The huge complex near the substation in Sperryville housed the Rappahannock Cold Storage Co-operative. The cold-storage portion of the operation continued operation through the 1980s. The enormous building, today housing an array of antique vendors, is still awe-inspiring (and comfortably cool inside all year round). Historic apple structures Another building in the same complex housed the Blue Ridge Fruit Grower Co-op, which concentrated on juice production, marketing its products under names such as Skyline Drive and Red Creek. On 211 near Flatwoods, the building we know as the Rappa’r hannock Farmer’s Co-op began life in 1945 as the packing/storage facility for the Washington Apple Growers. Other medium sized facilities still standing include the Flint Hill Packing Shed, now providing cold-storage for books, etc., at the north end of that village and Foster’s Packing House, a mile or so further north on US 522 at Hittle’s Mill Road, just below the entrance to Wakefield Country Day School. Various other smaller buildings used for sorting/grading/ and retail sales of apples remain. Some now have different uses, however others play a continuing role in the efforts of longtime orchards with familiar family names such as Lee, Williams, Alther, Moore, and Jenkins. Work and worry Like many agricultural endeavors, orchards are pretty to look at for the casual observer like you and me and a continual opportunity for work and worry on the part of the owner/operators. Weather, competition, the intensity and degree of manual labor required for care and harvesting, and bugs, the inevitable bugs, all do their part to take a pinch of the fun out it all for the growers. Apples are relatively tolerant of cold but may still have buds ‘zapped’ by the occasional !V Health Report: Apples are loaded with flavonoids such as quercetin, important for keeping blood vessels healthy, reducing inflammation throughout the body, preventing DNA damage that can lead to cancer and slowing cancer cell growth and reproduction late frost. Over the last half of the 20th Century competition from Washington State orchards and foreign growers has become fierce; all of the large packing and storage operations have fallen prey to this demon. Creative out-of-county sales arrangements together with tourist and local sales are important to our current producers. Even they do grow on trees, apples do not lend themselves to automated harvesting; the old fashioned method (by-hand) still applies. Spraying and pruning are also continuing labor-intensive tasks. Sorting and grading of the fruit is also time consuming. As with all fruits and vegetables, product ‘shelf appeal’ of the Red Delicious, Granny Smith’s, et.al. is important for sales. Apples, probably more than most other crops, seem to attract an amazing array of insects and diseases necessitating frequent (10-20 times/season) spraying to achieve marketable yields of fruit that is pest-free and ‘look good’ to the consumer. Certain varieties that are disease and pest resistant such as ‘Liberty’ lend themselves to organic production. Apples have received a fair amount of publicity in recent years because of health benefits. Old timers always knew this. Turns out “an apple a day keeps the doctor away” was not just a catchy phrase you learned from your grandmother. There is science to back it up. We are fortunate to have some great producers of this oldtime health food right here at our doorsteps. Be sure to salute our heritage, look after your beautiful bod’, and help the local economy by picking up a bushel or two at one of our fine orchards. 4th of July is coming up and there is nothing more American than apple pie! Note: We are not aware of a great deal of written records on local orchards. The primary source for this article is the wellknown book on Rappahannock history by Johnson & Johnson. The Rappahannock Historical Society would be very interested in receiving additional information on the subject. “Give me spots on my apples But spare me the birds and the bees” f Jom Mitchell

Sheila Johnson: catalyst for change By Jana Renn Rappahannock News Staff Writer One of Sheila Crump Johnson’s most vivid childhood memories came in her family’s kitchen in Chicago. She and her mother were doing something one day when Sheila became frustrated. “I can’t do this,” she told her mother repeatedly as she struggled. “Don’t let me hear that word come out of your mouth ever again,” her mother replied. Young Sheila stormed off but returned shortly thereafter. Her mother told her to try again. “But, Mom, I can’t.” With that, her mother backhanded her, and that was the last time Sheila Johnson said “can’t.” “I thought I was going to see stars, and I’ve never used that word again.” Years later, Johnson - this country’s first AfricanAmerican female billionaire — is asserting her “can-do” attitude throughout the Washington, D.C., metro area, and locally in Middleburg. She became a billionaire in 1997 when then-husband Robert Johnson sold Black Entertainment Television to Viacom for a reported $2.3 billion. The Johnsons had cofounded BET, but a few years later the two divorced and split the money. Johnson moved to Middleburg 11 years ago, partly because of her daughter’s passion for horseback riding. Since then, she has opened Market Salamander, offering gourmet specialties. She is about to begin building Salamander Inn & Spa on a 341-acre tract of land she purchased on the outskirts of Middleburg - the former Averill Harriman estate at Snake Hill. The Middleburg Town Council has voted to bring the land completely within town boundaries, so Johnson can proffer a new water treatment plant. Several Middleburg and Loudoun County residents have expressed concern over the resort, but Johnson believes it’s the best use for the land. “[Middleburg] is wonder- ' ful the way it is, but it’s at a point in time where so many other people who have fallen in love with the area want to come out as tourists, and there really is no destination for them to stay,” she said. Johnson said she remains a driven person who has never been wrong in trusting her instincts. She wants the public to trust her instincts on Salamander. “I still believe it’s the perfect location,” she said. “This is something that’s going to be done right. The vision is there, the vision is going to be executed, and I’m very excited about it.” oaiamanaer is jusi one oi many items on Johnson’s plate. In 2005, she became the owner of the Washington Mystics, a team in the WNBA. Taking the reins of the professional women’s basketball team was an eye-opener. For example, the Mystics have two showers and bathroom stalls in their locker room, whereas the NBA Wizards and NHL Capitals have several. Johnson is working to market the WNBA and turn it into a profitable organization so the professional female .athletes can enjoy the same amenities as their male counterparts. The Mystics average 6,838 fans a game. They drew more than 10,000 a game last year and in 2002 averaged more than 16,000 a contest. Johnson also works hard in the area of philanthropy, mainly in causes to benefit women and children. With the Mystics Foundation, she is leading fights against obesity, violence, teen pregnancy, drugs and AIDS. Another part of her work with the Mystics Foundation is teaching young men to respect women. She is upset, she said, by what BET and the rest of television has become, with music videos that degrade women. Johnson said she feels the public must start boycotting these videos and programs, so networks will stop making money from them. She is also on the board of the Sorenson Institute, a program at tlsie University of Virginia that encourages young people to take an interest in serving their country through politics. She was instrumental in helping get Gov. Tim Kaine elected in Virginia, and would like to help get Mark Warner elected president in 2008. While she said she does not plan to ever run for political office herself, she would be supportive of her daughter, Paige, 20, and 16-year-old son, Brett, if they ever decided to. She remains adamant about making sure Paige and Brett help others the way she has, Johnson said, and to. that end gives them each $25,000 a year to put back into the community. They have spent lhat money giving scholarships to the less fortunate and helping charities, she said. Brett even organized an effort to put in a new playground at Middleburg Elementary School. “I’m trying to get them to work [from the heart],” Johnson said. She said she wants to be remembered as a “catalyst for change,” for her changing many people’s lives for the better, especially young people. As long as she keeps the word “can’t” out of her vocabulary, instituting change shouldn’t be difficult. Contact the reporter at jrenn@timespapers.com Sheila Johnson, owner of the Mystics and co-founder of Black Entertainment Television, is influencing the thinking and the landscape in Middleburg and the Washington region. Rappahannock News Staff Photo/ Lisa Johnson Country Living in Rappahannock County FT. Valley Farmhouse - An early farmhouse on 5 lovely acres in the beautiful FT Valley. 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School News From Around the County Wakefield Country Day School Local seventh graders take top awards This year for the first time, Wakefield Country Day School marked its lower school’s closing ceremonies in the comfort of its newly air-conditioned Leonard M. Cowherd Auditorium -- a welcome change from sweltering celebrations of the past. The Class of 2010 marched into the auditorium, all smiles, to the strains of Pomp and Circumstance, and college advisor Marsha Dowell gave the invocation. Following the national anthem, head of school Kathleen Grove gave welcoming remarks, and the faculty then took turns presenting various awards for achievements in academic subjects, athletics and leadership. Seventh grader Christine Pankow of Flint Hill dominated the evening, receiving the grammar school’s geography award, mathematics award, history award, Latin award, and the Pamela Lynn-Tucker Leadership award, and she also participated in a new tra.dition introduced this year. As part of the closing ceremonies, the two grammar school students with the highest grade point averages were given an opportunity to give brief Comments. That honor fell to Christine and her classmate Sarah Hazel of Spenyville. Both girls showed tremendous poise and composure during their remarks, prompting both proud smiles and appreciative chuckles from their audience. Sarah Hazel received the grammar school art award. Other Rappahannock students who were singled out for recognition were: Haze THE CAST: Drama stars in the Trojan War cast included in the front row, (l-r): Jonathan Carrier, Karl Palenkas, Josie Vernick, back row, (l-r): Devon Downes, Connor Johnson, Natie Vaught, Brier Clough, Joseph Dowell Packwood, a first grader from Sperryville, who won the reading award and the Spanish award for the primary school; Kimberly Pankow of Flint Hill, who won the grammar school girl’s sports award; Harper VanNess of Washington, who won the primary school girl’s sports award and math award; Woody Hazel of Sperryville, who won the grammar school Spanish award; Brittany Sasse of Huntly, who won the grammar school music award; Teague Sanders of Flint Hill, who won the religion award along with his classmate, Justin Ramey of Sperryville; Sam Mullany of Washington, who won the primary school art award; Anna Clark, who won the primary school history award; Shannon Weir of Amissville, who received the grammar school “new student” award; Brian Shaft an of Viewtown, who won the “All-Around-Boy” award; Lucy Van Ness, who won the grammar school William Lynn, Sr. Award for Academic Excellence; and Jessica Lester of Huntly, who earned the title of “most improved student” in the grammar school. Willow Lynn, Harper Van Ness, and Julia Weir each received “perfect attendance” awards. Summer Camp Program After a year of intense academic challenges, WCDS has switched gears, offering local students of all ages the opportunity to engage in a cross-section of entertaining summer activities, including Arts, Crafts and Cooking; Sports, Crafts and Games; Soccer Camp, Basketball Camp; Science Camp; and Drama Camp. Latin Camp and a Math SAT Prep Camp also are being offered, but the priinary focus this summer is on fun. If you recently strolled through the WCDS gymnasium or out onto the soccer field, you were likely to catch a glimpse of one of the half dozen Wakefield alumni volunteering his or her Photos Courtesy of Katie Russo AWARD WINNER: Christine Pankow receives history award from teacher Douglas Weaver time to help little ones master a new sport or fine-tune the skills of students already athletically proficient. Youngsters were observed carrying home elaborate “marble mazes” they had created at Science camp, and throughout the week, shrieks of delight could be heard emanating from the stage, as WCDS English teacher and drama coach Kristin Hauger drew out the acting talents of her troupe. The week culminated with the Friday afternoon performance of The Trojan War, starring eight children ranging in age from six to nine. Based loosely on stories adapted from D’Aulaire’s Book of Greek Myths, the students exercised a wide range of creative talents. Not only did they memorize and deliver three acts of lines; they helped write the script and also designed costumes and props, including swords, shields, a boat, a “horse,” and the program cover (illustrated by third grader Brier Clough). Chappell’s Corner Summer Schedule for the Rapp-Fitness Center Rappahannock County High School 12576 Lee Highway Washington, VA 22747 Hours: Monday-Friday from 4:00 - 7:30 Holiday Schedule: The Rapp-fit Center will be closed July 3 and 4. (Note: Hours are subject to change.) Summer Rates (Through June 30: Buy now to extend current rates past July 1) $6- One month or $50 / year for age 62+, for county fire & rescue volunteers, parttime school and county employees, and for state employees who work in Rappahannock County (State Police, VDOH, VDOT, Etc) $12- One month or $100 year for county residents $20- One month or $150 / year for non-residents $5- Per day for daily users - county residents, $8 for non residents Rates Effective July 1 $7- One month or $60 / year for age 62+, for county fire & rescue volunteers, parttime school and county employees, and for state employees who work in Rappahannock County (State Police, VDOH, VDOT, Etc) $14- One month or $120 year for county residents $23- One month or $180 / year for non-residents $7- Per day for daily users - county residents, $10 for non residents Note: Full-time school employees, full-time county employees and all K-12 students (regardless of where they attend school) may bemembers at no charge. Following the appointment of RCES Principal David Covington to the position of Executive Director of Human Resources and Instruction, the position for the RCES principal was posted. Seven applications were received. Three applicants were interviewed by a team of teachers and administrators. The School Board interviewed two finalists. Following closed session at the end of Friday's School Board meeting the Board voted 4-0, with Aline Johnson abstaining, to appoint RCES assistant principal Carol Johnson as principal. Johnson has served 18 years as an elementary teacher and five years as RCES assistant principal. She holds a Masters Degree in Educational Leadership. A Rappahannock native and graduate of RCES and RCHS, Carol Johnson professes a great love for the school, its students, employees and parents. "I have a strong staff," she said . "I look forward to being a 'leader of leaders' to provide an excellent education for our students." The position ‘ of RCES Assistant Principal has been posted. Qualifications include successful teaching experience and a Post-graduate Professional license with the endorsement as Elementary Principal. School Board points Carol hnson RCES Principal Lord Fairfax Community College Honors List The following students from Rappahannock County made the president’s and dean’s list at Lord Fairfax Community College for the spring 2006 semester. President’s list recognition is given to students who achieve a grade point average (GPA) of 3.8 or above in any academic semester with 12 or more credits completed. Dean’s list recognition is given to students who achieve a GPA of 3.2 or above in any academic semester with 12 or more credits completed. 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This year’s Butterfly Celebration, like most Hospice of the Rapidan events, succeeded with the help of dedicated volunteers. Susan Sandlin of Culpeper played the harp, and Star Rotothrock of Rappahannock, Sue Hurt Shifflett, James Shifflett, Christinia Taylor of Orange, Libby Borne and Lil Jacobs of Fauquier helped run the event. Kathy Clements, Executive Director of Hospice of the Rapidan, expressed thanks to those who sponsored butterflies with a contribution and to the staff of James Madison’s Montpelier for arranging the lovely setting. Hospice of the Rapidan is a licensed, nonprofit hospice organization providing skilled medical care and compassionate support to terminally ill patients and their families in Culpeper, Fauquier, Madison, Orange, Rappahannock and surrounding counties. Call Hospice of the Rapidan at 540-825-4840 or visit online at www.hotr.org.

It’s not too early By Taylor K. Wood Special to the Rappahannock News Preparing for college is a long process. It begins in the eighth grade with course selection, study habits, and extracurricular activities. What colleges are looking for is very simple: students who challenge themselves academically and do well, who have interests they have pursued in depth. With this in mind, you can’t wait until your junior or senior year to start thinking about your future. The sooner you start, the more options you will have and the better able you will be to make a good decision. The following information is designed to give you an idea of the steps every student should take. It is never too late to start. Eighth Grade The classes that you take in eighth grade are important in deciding what classes you will take in high school. Take the harder classes so that you will be ready for college prep classes. The sooner that you begin challenging yourself and learning good study habits, the easier the transition to high school and college will be. Get organized. It all starts now! j Freshman Year Many young freshmen get caught up in the excitement of high school and don’t focus on their grades as much as they should. Here are a few steps to consider when starting your freshman year: • Take challenging classes. Get help if you need it. • Get involved in activities. Exploring activities outside of class can be beneficial in developing skills, having fun, and building a resume. Look for clubs, sports, church activities, student government, yearbook, school paper, summer programs, etc. • Start a calendar with important dates and deadlines. • Research the PSAT test at www.collegeboard.com. • Learn about college costs and how financial aid works. Start a savings plan for college - ask your local bank about the Virginia 529 Plan. • Visit schools while they are in session to get an idea of what kind of college you want.' Large, small, public, private, in-state, out-of-state. Every college campus has something different to offer. Sophomore Year Sophomore Year is the time to continue working hard and learning about college admissions requirements. Identify academic strengths and weaknesses and get help where you need it. Yes, this year does count. Along with guidance meetings, activities, campus visits, and keeping up your grades, remember to ... • Sign up for the practice program for the PSAT test at www.collegeboard.com. Take the PSAT to get experience and possible scholarship money. Also, you can sign up for an SAT “question of the day” at the same website. • Begin talking with your guidance counselor about the SATII tests (specific subject exams that are best taken right after the completion of the last course in a given subject.) • Write a personal resume that includes accomplishments, activities, and work.. • Put money away for college. Get a summer job and set goals. Try to find a job in a field that you are interested in for a career. Junior Year This year can make a huge impact on your college plans. Talk to Guidance! Save money! Keep up your grades! And ... • Attend college trips, fairs (offered in surrounding counties) and the financial aid night (usually in early December.) • Study, Register, and take AP Exams and the SAT. • Seek out leadership roles in your extracurricular activities, Colleges look at how you spend your free time. Don’t be afraid to start your own club, newspaper, band. Keep a folder of all that you do, all the awards you receive. • Put together a list of colleges that interest you. Take time to research in the Next Step Office at the High School or on the web. • Begin to explore scholarship opportunities, financial aid options, and eligibility requirements. Talk to your guidance counselors. Visit the following sites for free information: www.studentaid.edu. gov, www.students.gov, www. ed.gov, www.studentloanfunding.org, www.collegeboard. org, www.fastaid.org • Before you end the school year, identify teachers, employers, activity leaders, etc., who will write letters of recommendation for you. Speak to these people as soon as possible because this is a very important factor in the application process. Senior Year It is time to start getting excited about college! You are almost there. As always, meet with your guidance counselor, keep your grades up, and try to save money. • Monitor Mr. Gochenour’s website on a weekly basis for college/financial aid information. • Research and record registration, application, financial aid, and scholarship deadlines. • Register for the SAT I This is a very popular exam date for high school seniors, so the sooner you register, the more likely you will receive your first choice location. To prepare - go to www.collegeboard.com, buy their book and take their practice test. • Tty to narrow your college list to five schools, research and visit them. • Know exactly what material each college expects and submit your applications. Remember that all colleges have different deadlines. • Pick up the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) from Jason Gochenour or the Rappahannock Library. For faster, easier processing, fill out the FAFSA on-line at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Everyone should fill out this form, even if you think that you will not be eligible for financial aid. Send it in as close to January 1st as you can - even if you have to estimate. • Sign up for free scholarship information, tailored to you and sent to your email address at www.fastweb.com. • Update your personal resume with your senior year activities. • In April, colleges will begin sending acceptance letters. Be sure to review the financial aid award packages you receive from these colleges and make your choice. • May 15th is the deadline for most of the local scholarships. Apply! This is your best shot at getting help with paying for college. It may seem like an intimidating process, but there is a lot of help available, through the school, on the web, and through the colleges themselves. Take it one step at a time. The most important thing a student can do is to set a career or educational goal for the future. With a long-term goal in sight, come senior year, the question will be “Where?” and not “Whether?” when it comes to college. Having a “plan” for the future makes all the small steps in between easier. It may seem like a lot of work, but it is worth it! Skaters From Page B1 Mullany sending him a full support package. Inside was a catalog of their products and a handbook explaining how to get public support for a skate park. During skate breaks, the boys pour over well worn ramp catalogs and skating magazines, gazing at the professional equipment. “Basically we want a park that is very similar to a street,” said Espinola, “curbs, steps, rails, and walls.” “First though we need some sort of surfacing to make the asphalt smoother,” Will reminded his team. The patch of asphalt was funded by a previous fundraiser/donation drive by citizens. They created the paved area for a previous generation of skateboarders who had been skating in Washington and getting into trouble. County Administrator John McCarthy has informed Mullany that there is no money budgeted for further development and maintenance of the skate park. Ramps and grind rails were part of the original park but they have since deteriorated. After Will wrote a letter complaining about the current condition of the park, the dilapidated equipment was removed. Now all that remains is the asphalt. Skating moms “I always wondered what that asphalt was for,” said one mother who was joined by fellow mothers at the event, “Once my boy started skateboarding, I learned that it was Rappahannock County’s skating park.” The mothers that drove their kids out to the park did not seem to mind being “Skating Moms.” “Once in a while I drive the kids to the skating park in Culpeper,” said Will’s mother, Kerrie Mullany. “I like it too, its fascinating watching them do their stunts. After a while you can see their confidence go up as they attempt more difficult stunts.” Most of the kids have spent time skating at home on whatever they can find or build. “I now have a half pipe in my garage,” said another mother with a laugh. The moms rested in the shade and socialized as they watched their kids perform various stunts, wincing slightly if they stumble out of a trick gone bad. “It’s the same with any sport,” said Mullany’s mother, “Kid’s in basketball break their arms and hurt their knees, but, either way, I still want them to be careful.” Making it happen Sheryl Crews, founder of “The Living Sky Foundation,” also wants to help with the park. “I am here to start a crusade with Will to get a professional skate park in Rappahannock County,” she said. After presenting multiple park sketches and plans to the team she recited her strategy plan. “We need Upstart a grassroots effort, she said. “We need to start fundraisers and startwriting letters, making a documentary.” She said that after completing a portfolio she wanted to approach the county officials and pro-skater Tbny Hawk for more funding. Skate parks usually succeed when local organizations and businesses support the effort. A skateboarding group in Front Royal, Virginia raised over $150,000 for their an ambitious skate park project that is estimated at around $300,000. As the day waned, the team packed their equipment into the mini van and headed home, satisfied with their efforts. After all, half of the fun comes from pursuing their dream: To make the skate park in Rappahannock County a better place for fellow skateboarders. Email the reporter at cspiering@timespapers. com Sunnyside Farm, Washington, VA Stunning 422 acre certified organic farm near SNIP. 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Entrance on Crest Hill Road in desirable area north of flint Hill. $685,51 X). Alan Zuschlag 540-937-6124 Howie Swaim 540-522-3921 Little Long Mountain, Huntly, VA 25 acres on Little Long Mountain Road. Magnificent wooded parcel of hardwood forest and rolling hills. Old stone wall along Little Long Mountain Road. With some slight clearing, outstanding views can be had from upper elevations. Perfect estate parcel in Old Dominion Mounds territory near Mint Hill. S4~5,0<M). Alan Zuschlag 540-937-6124 Glen Gordon, Huntly, VA 45 acres of spectacular Blue Ridge views. Historic sq. ft. manor house, stables, guest house, tenant house, pool. High ceilings, oak paneled hunt room, 5 bedrooms, T fireplaces. Perfect for entertaining and family gatherings. $2,‘)( 10,000. Alan Zuschlag Ruth Ripley 540-937-6124 540-687-6395 Commercial, Woodyille, VA 1. acre lot zoned village commercial. PresentU used tor two small shops anti havt'icld. lias residential potential. Cireat Mountain views, all open, lots ot roatl frontage. (ireat potential tor house or business in the charming anti tpnet village ot Woothille. S299,Oltii. Amy Sloane Timbers 540-987-8668 VA »MT, a . n. Blackwater Cabin, Castleton, VA A private retreat with frontage* on beautiful Blackwater Creek. Over 11 acres of woods, fields, water and mountain views. Substantial log home with large county kitchen with 2 fireplaces; sunroom and loft open to living room. Master suite and 2 additional bedrooms. Smalleroutbuilding suitable for office or guest house. $695,1 HHI.' Amy Sloane Timbers 540-987-8668 Hazel River Farm, Sperryville, VA Premier equestrian facility in Thornton l founds ternton. 83+ acres. Pitenomen.il views. Hazel River frontage. Spacious 3 BR, 3.3 BA main house. 2 BR manager's house. 7 stall center aisle barn, equipment garage. Kennel, machine shed, more. Tour Ixiattl fencing. 6 large paddocks - all with water. 4 runin sheds. Horse training/driving facilities. $2,88.3,1 mi. Howie Swaim Amy Sloane Timbers Alan Zuschlag 540-522-3921 540-987-8668 540-937-6124 Major’s Hollow, Sperryville, VA 16+ wooded acres on a private rieht ot wav near the Shenandoah National Park in Spcrrvville. Sprinjis, several holel streams, walking anel rieling trails, old stone walls anel beautiful rolling terrain, 1 xtremclv private- with several possible buildint' sius to capture the corneous mountain views. S’2s,iHill. Alan Zuschlag 540-937-6124 L<pl I m lWI

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Lg wrkshp. $1600. 703-203-4728 Leesburg Hist Distr: Stone Cottage, 2BR, fpt, hdwd firs, full bsmt No pets/smkg AvI 8-1. $1400. 540-882-3540 Leesburg Hist Distr Stone Cottage. 2BR. fpl. hdwd firs, full bsmt No pets/smkg. AvI 8/1. $1400. 540-882 3540 LOVETTSVILLE Area Top floor brick ranch. 3BR 2BA. fpl, all appls. $1400/mo Call 540-882-3686 LURAY, 4BR 2BA. in town. $950/mo. Sec dep. No pets/smkrs. (540)778-2689 Middleburg: 2BR, 1 58A cottage on quiet 24 acres. AvI immed $1500 mo. ORLREA. 540-687 3888 Near Rectortown, 2br. 1ba house on farm. CAC H. deck. $1350 mo a v i I 7 15 202 445 5974 New SF 2200sqft. 4BR. 2.5BA. FP, 2-car qrge. FR. MR, LR, DR. $ 1650/mo. Remington/ Fauquier Co Call Andy (301)675-7820 ORLEAN, VA, 1840s Victorian. 1 . 4acs quaint village 3BR, 2.5BA. AC. FP $1800, mo Rets540-272-0200 Purcellville (Bluemont) Immaculate. 2 BR 1 BA in million $$$ area w deck, sun room Breathtaking view ot valley Excel loc 30 min to Dujles No lawn care $1295 mo + SD. Credit Check reqd 703-887-3121 YOUR AD COULD BE HERE! CALL TODAY TO PLACE YOUR AD' 540-347-4222 OR FAX 540-349-8676 Rentals -i; Houses Rappahannock County: Brand new contemporary home w/2 BR's, 2 BA's, 3 decks, wide open spaces. Huge balcony loft perfect for home office. Full bsmt, cac. Winter mountain views. Available immediately. $1200/mo. Owner/ agent. 540-675-4901 or s h e r r y @ sherrysnyder.com. Rixeyville, 4BR, 3BA whrlpl tub. huge rec rrr, w/bar open layout, la frnt porch over lake, quiet., fenced yard $1500 No smkg. Dep req'd (540)349 111 7 Round Hill: Beautiful 4BR. 2.53A home on 3 wooded acres. 2 car gar, fpl CIs to town $2400. (540)554-2250. ROUNDHILL: Single family on seven acres 3BR. 3 1 2 BA $2 500 571 334-6999 Rustic 2br cottage on 5 acs in Rappahannock Co 25 mins from War r e nto n . $9 50 mo (540)937-5160 Shannondale, WV 4BR 3BA. . LR, office, lam rm W D 20mm, Leesburg. 30min Reston, 45mls Tysons $1800. 304 725-0542 SHORT TERM: Near Shenandoah Nat I Park & River. Quick access io 16b at Linden. New JiilK f urnished watei \ icw contemporary. Stun-" j ning house' 3 HK ' BA. Full hsmi. Decks galore! See Vacation Rentals I at www. I sherrysn\der.com lor j photos. S2UOO/mo. O w n e r / A g e n t 540 675-4901. SPERRYVILLE, V A nr Old Rag mtn 3BR 2 SB. home office. 5ac fenced pasture 2 dec ks $1450 mo Call 540 987 7263 SUMMIT POINT. Jet teison County. WV L'g sing e F am homo w gar cn 3' ■ acres Built m 2000. 4BR? 3 . B ail app1 s. CAC. oak f> ti e firs covered front porch eg deck oft back .veil & septic . Darn X pasture avail tor add l rent Sec dep credit appl $2500 mo Call 54c 955 1384 THE PLAINS: 5 acs tent ed wrap porch 3BR 3BA WO CAC Barn office w BA Quiet $1950 m o I 703*927 2392 Washington, Harris Hollow 2BR 1BA. house $700 mo Call Wanda @ Sam Snead Realty 540 635 9753 *

r~—:-\ Rentals -™ I Shared Houslngj ROUNDHILL: In single family 7acs+. above ground bsmt apt $800 Room $500. 571-334-6999 STERLING Fum MBR/ pvt bth. dish TV & hispeed Internet Share kit. Indry $625 + utils. Call 703-450-2264 Ashburn (Belmont Greene)- 2 Ivl. 3 BR. 2 5 BA, 2 car garage. W.D. FP, like new. 1st floor master BR. $1995. 301-537-6256 Manassas, 3BR, 2 5BA, 3lvl TH. Exc cond. $ 1500/mo + sec. dep. Owner/ Agent Avery Hess . (703)753-1225 Warrenton, 2BR, 2.5BA. W D. low main yard. No pets/smkg. $1300/ mo. +sec. dep. (540)349-1854 Rentals — Office V _J Consultants and Executives sought for single room private secure offices in a restored vintage Warrenton home. Comfortable and attractive common space inside, quiet gardens outside. Several blocks to banks. Post Office, restaurants and courthouse. Multiple phone lines, cable and wireless in each office. Utilities included in ! rent. Contact owner 540-347-4154-day of 540-347-1656-eve FRONT ROYAL Beautiful 1000sf. Plenty of parking, near courthouse, HUD & Technology zoned, $1200/mo including utilities, 540-635-9011 Hay market/ Gainesville Home Office (not zoned for bus) Call (703)385-1541 Owner Lie Agent eohs Upperville Village Business Ctr. Comm business space / storage. oxfordmanage@aol. com (540)341-7991 Wayside restaurant property, HamiltoN Virginia. $1200/mo. Rentals Near Shenandoah Nat I Park and River: New fully furnished water view contemporary. Stunning house! 3 BR 2 BA. Decks galore! Sleeps 6-8. See www.sherrysnyder. com for details. Owner/Agent 540-675-4901. Vacation — Sales : Florida: Great SFH in Orlando Almost new, many upgrades 3Br, 2BA, spac kit. Gated comm, close to Disney, schools & shop ctrs. Priced to sell, no agents. 703-743-1227. iOO •'«**«*» I 100 By Owner J Culpeper: 3Br, 2Ba. Lg Fam Rm. Lg 1 Car Gar, Lg Corner Lot. Ph: 202-423-7696 or www gtechno com/2001 Reduced!! Culpeper, 16244 Shadow Dr. rambler. 5 acs. 3BR, $449,999 (540)727-8781 Scenic & Private 100 acre farm w'landing strip in No VA. outside DC ADIZ Custom Cape Cod home & fenced pastures for the horse lover. $1.6 mill. (540)955-3471 or 540-454-2658 Leesburg Reduced price $330,000 Wonderful, active adult community with tons of amenities at Leisure World Spacious. 2 MBFL2B. glass enclsd blcny By owner 703-729-5698 v_y Bealeton, VA: Crest l ane Knolls subd 2 stc-y 3BR 2 5BA 1 2 an o' on cal de sac Nr nr CIS $365k $5k clos1 q cost paid Immed ^.py 840 436 3846 Exquisitely Crafted Clarke County Home on 5 beautiful mountain acres. Over 4000 sqft & 16 rooms, Opt 4/5th bedroom 3 car garage. $599,999 Realtor: Amy Furrow United Country Action Realty 540.550.5025 Broker: William J. Baker III First Time Buyers Why rent when you can own? Free list of homes with pics for no money down. WWW. n-vahomeinfo.com MARSHALL $199,000 GREAT STARTER HOME! Freshly painted & ready for new owners. this 2BR TH offers 1.5 baths, eat-in kitchen w/pantry, living/dining combo, w/w carpeting, a deck & nice fenced yard w/storage shed! Great price & condition! Call: Delores McDonald 703-928-1537 LONG & FOSTER FAIR OAKS 703-968-7000 8 >FH • LEESBURG 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath - $405,999. Please call 703-470-0466 for appointment. SPRINGFIELD $629,900 SFD, Reduced over $20k. 3 lev Col. 5BR, 3.5BA. Mis #FX6044627. 2 gar. When selling and moving up tho this Listing, Ray will Sell your home for Fre Guaranteed. See: FreeFsboSchool. com for more info. r 133 Sales ■ Lots & Acreage Five wooded lots, rang- I ing from 10 acres to I 1.9 acres, near Delap- I lane, ready for bonding. Owner wants to sell all to a Builder. Call 540-270-2866. Gorgeous Long | Range views from | this large parcel of mountain top land. Level area for home, quiet, peaceful. Close to historic Berkeley Springs, WV. Call Kathy at 800-635-0478 Century 21 Colonial Realty Near Warrenton 17.5 private wooded acres w/state road frontage and creek on property. May be divided to 2 lots. $499,900. Emily Henry, Long & Foster, 540-341-3528 or 800-523-8846. Orlean/Marshall, 6.52 wooded acs. partial dove, approved survey & 4BR perk, S340K OLREA (540)364-1895 The Plains 9+ useable acres in sought after Northern Fauquier, close to I-66 Priv, remote, wooded setting w/ expired conv 4BR drainfield permit. $295,000. Emily Henry 540-341-3528 Long & Foster 134 Mountain IIV. Minutes to Leesburg, access to lake & appalachian trail, undergrnd utility. $159,999. John Theis Realty 540-837-1634 135 Sales - Real Estate 00% Seller Financing New 4BR, SFH. Many to choose. $1000 dwn. Any credit/income. (703)881-0898 www.WalkerMLS.com $279,000 Rent-toOwn, Manassas 2BR & sunroom, 2BA condo. Grt cond, Portion of $1600/mo. rent is your down pmt. Owner Agent, Avery Hess (703)753-1225 ' .5 acs, w/ chalet, horse barn, pasture, mtn views, on Rapidan River in Orange, VA. $ 3 5 0 K . Go to: webpages.charter. net*griffith9176 or call (252)441-8546 or 252-619-7088 Find Out What Your Home Is Worth On-Line visit:www. VirginiaHomeValu. com Find Out What Your Home is Worth On-Line visit:www. VirginiaHomeValu. com Find Out What Your Home Is Worth On-Line visit:www. VirginiaHomeValu. com Great waterfront lot on beautiful Smith Mtn Lakegentle slope, wooded, private, deep water, active 3BR perc permit, no POA, .94 acre, 102 ft. waterfront. Priced for quick sale at $369,900. Please call 'Phil Rife, R e m a x L a k e f r o n t , (540)580-6363 or 540)721-8878 for full information on this lot or other properties. Email at cbrife@aol.com Rare, lovely 1840s country Victorian quaint Orlean, VA renovated; NEW roof, kit & BAs, paint in/out 3BR, 2.5BA, 2 LRs, DR, sip porch, wd burn FP, CAC, old style radiators, 1 4acs, barn Aprs d $ 6 0 0 K s e 11 $ 58 5 K. 540272-0250 Possible lease-own. Rent or rent to buy, War renton. 4BR, 2.5BA. 1 yo, brick front, sunrm, 3 car garg, patio, kit. w/cherry cabinets, morning room, FP, jet Jaccuzzi, MBR w/ sitting rm, hdwd fls 1st level Over $100,000 in up grades. Almost 4000 sq ft finished 703-624-6539 ask for Kevin f ^ Pete v_ . . ' 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 Announcements LAID-OFF RECENTLY? I As ire mxC s xs** nutting company. Scmeoer National s Dusness s jwmg arc ^ T: hnng • Experience warded but not reqjsd • Company-prow*! COL ’rave W dustfee cerooaes • $34.500-557.500 depending v MMnencej • mnedale derefe 'v experienced drivers . • Srgn-cn ooas ne> apeft Aooly Online d ! vcnnoNwrjODtxoin Culpeper, Soutbridge Community townhouse for sale 2bd., 2.5ba.,lr w/flreplace,dr,eatin klt.w/new disposal & dishwasher, freshly painted, fenced rear w/enlarged concrete patio, central heat & a/c. convlenent to shopping, school & medical care, community offers clubhouse w/pool & hottub. Owners very motivated!! Contact Linda Thornton at ERA The Holden Group Realtors, Inc. 540-825-1613 or by cell 540-717-7118 Sellers Motivated! 3BR, 2.5Ba, 3-story garage end unit TH, Town of Culpeper. I yr old, 3-story sunroom, many upgrades. Immaculate. Must see! Listing# CU5570911 Contact Paul Draisey-Keller Wil1 i a m s Realty 703.431.1730 194 Retirement J RETIRING? RELOCATING?* Sunbelt Newbern, NC. Free retirement pkg. Ask for Whit Morgan-Ne wbern Real Estate 1-800-636-2992 '84 Ford. 1910, 4WD, Tractor w/ 758A Backhoe, 770B Ft. End Load, 5 ft Bush hog. $13,300 703-447-6237 17 Thick Queen Extra Plush Double Pillowtop Matt & Box Set. New in plastic w/warranty. Val $1,600 - Sell $4951 Can d I v r 703-378-8866. 6 PC Cherry Sleigh Bed Set. 100% Solid wood. New still pkgd. Worth $3000 sac $1,095. Can del. 703-378-8866. Bed - Full size matt/box set, New in plastic w/ w a r r . $12 0. 703-263-7888. Bedroom 6 pc Cherry set still in boxes must sell $595. Can del. 703-263-7888. Brand New Microfiber Sofa & Loveseat set. Val 1,200 Sacrifice $500. Dlvr avail 703-263-7888. NEW King Pillowtop Mattress Set. $250 in plastic w/warranty. Can dlvr. 703-378-8866.. Queen Pillow Top Mattress set new in plastic with warranty. Sacrifice $149. Can del. 703-263-7888.. *9 Oarage/ “ Yard Safes Specials: 2 oak Dressers, SI99 ea; FYN Booth $20 off; Green wicker set $149; Blue pie safe $795; WWW. foxdenantiques. com (540)347-1162 f N 9<>c Hay, Straw P3® & Feed _y Shenandoah Co, Bleach Rye Straw, ex quality, 540-436-3611/ 540-335-0526 STRAW Square bales! No weed seed. $3 per bale. Delivery available. Call 540-270-3451 ( > Lawn/Garden ] Equipment John Deere 4115 Tractor, Less than 100 hrs. 60in MMM, 48in rotary cutter, 72in rear blade. $14K (540)364-4295 Architectural Old house parts; doors, mantels, glass, shutters, hardware, columns, lumber, sinks, cabinets. Call 540-631-8906. HOT TUB: Never used, 31 jets, seats 6. waterfall, life warr. msrp $7700. Must Sell $3500. 571-237-5015 Pole Bam Kits: All sizes available! Special 30x32x10 Entry Door & 9x8 Garage door included! $11,500 Installed! Call Jamie 888-533-2985 ww w.apbuilding supply.com POOL TABLE- 8 ft. solid wood still in box. 1 in. slate, access. MSRP $6995 Must sell, $1495.57}-237-5015. TREK LIQUID 20 MTN. BIKE: Great shape. $1,000/obo.(703)2500162. BOOKS BOUGHT- outright or consignedTop Dollar Paid- Hardbacks & PB's: esp. Old & Rare. 540-364-3366 Bichon puppies: absolutely adorable! Vet ek'd, all shots, 3 yr guart, raised in home. 703-585-5752 www. bichonboutique.com UnlnUAnUA Kuppies, also MinPins, also Pugs. Ready, diff colors, males/females, health guar, regist, delivery. Cash only. 540-778-3314 540-631-7652 Golden Ret. pups, AKC, OFA, beautiful blonde, health guar, vet check, 1st shots, ready now. $800 540-788-4772 Jack Russell puppies, males, smooth coat, 1 st shots & dewormed, NKC registered. Culpeper. (540)905-0405. Kittens for adoption to approved homes. 6 boys, 2 girls, 1st vac. Some part Siamese. $30 fee, pics @ http7/ s59.photobucket.com/ a I b u m s / g 3 1 4/ mrsatomik $30 571-246-2010, 540-937-8940 Free kittens. 540-788-1023 ■ IflAJ fthtniuwtm 494 utveaways i t, - £ ■■ _ Antique Loveseat. 540-349-0012 FREE FILL DIRT If you can take 100 loads or more. Call . 703-771-3975 Free House, exc cond. It can't be moved, salvage only. 2-story colonial, all working appliances & fixtures. (540)270-6034 Free Kittens, Week & Healthy, brother & sister, 9 wks old. 540-675-3376 SHREDDED PAPER - free, mixed colors, in large bags. Good for packing, bedding, garden mulch etc. 10-30 bags for weekly picku p s . U-haul. 703-779-2100 ECHO LOST: Golden Retriever Mon 6/19 in vie of Ashbum Farm. Answers to Shivers. If found, pis call 703-858-4878 or 703-297-7360. REWARD Boost Your Business with a Professional Website - Now offering Free Web Hosting - Order Nowl Call 888-728-5607 www.ronarts.com House Cleaning Weekly/biweekly/ monthly/special occasions, Great refs., Reliable. Call Samantha (540)937-7710 Science Tutorials High School Chemistry & Physics, $50/hr (540)364-2415 ■: ■ ' , . 400 Mopflnn PRIVATE ADOPTION - Caring childless couple hoping to adopt an infant. Medical & legal expenses paid. Call Amy & Phil, (410)499-5280 Full Time Employment Barn Help Wanted PT/FT, Muck, feed & turnout, must be reliable, call (540)364-3099 Legal Notices as&j, ■ ■ ■ '.’ii'ftYv ' ■. - ? ' 5 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE n execution of a certain deed of trust dated May 28, 2003, and recorded on June 3, 2003 in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court for the Rappahannock County, Virginia , AS INSTRUMENT #030001304, from the Original Borrower(s) to Samuel I. White, Trustee(s), and default having been made in the payment of the debt secured, with the original principal balance of $250,000.00, and at the request of the beneficiary under said deed of trust the undersigned, having been duly appointed Substitute Trustee(s), has declared all the debts and obligations secured by the deed of trust due and payable and will offer for sale at public auction to the highest bidder in front of Rappahannock County Circuit Courthouse 208 Gay Street Washington Virginia 22747, on July 3, 2006, at 10:00 AM, the following described property located at 400 Lake Drive Amissvilie, Virginia 20106, and more particularly described as FOLLOWS, TO WIT: ALL THAT CERTAIN LOT OR PARCEL OF LAND TOGETHER WITH IMPROVEMENTS THEREON, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY, STATE OF VIRGINIA, AND MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A SET IRON PIPE AT THE NORTHWESTERN MOST CORNER OF THE LAND OF WILLIAM L. AND LIDA S. ANDERSON, AS RECORDED IN DEED BOOK 111, AT PAGE 258, SAID PIPE BEING ALSO AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE INTERSECTION OF STATE ROUTE 645 AND LAKE DRIVE, SAID LAKE DRIVE BEING A FORTY FOOT RIGHT-OF-WAY AS SHOWN ON THE PLAT OF SECTION ONE, RAPPAHANNOCK PARK AND FOUND IN THE PLAT BOOK AT PAGE 15 AMONG THE LAND RECORDS OF RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY, VIRGINIA; THENCE WITH THE SOUTH RIGHTOF-WAY LINE OF LAKE DRIVE 497.40 FEET ALONG THE ARC OF A CURVE TO THE LEFT HAVING A RADIUS OF 399.90 FEET AND CHORD BEARING NORTH 86 DEGREES 20 MINUTES 11 SECONDS EAST, 465.95 FEET TO A FOUND ANGLE IRON, A CORNER TO LOT ONE, SECTION TWO, RAPPAHANNOCK PARK AND THE LAND OF PAUL HURLBUT; THENCE WITH THE LINE OF HURLBUT SOUTH 36 DEGREES 15 MINUTES 36 SECONDS WEST, 287.05 FEET TO A FENCE CORNER POST, A CORNER OF THE LAND OF STEVEN C. ELLIS; THENCE WITH THE LINE OF ELLIS SOUTH 37 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS WEST. 320.90 FEET TO A FENCE CORNER POST, A CORNER TO THE LAND OF PAUL R. ST. CLAIR, ET UX; THENCE WITH THE LINE OF ST. CLAIR, NORTH 69 DEGREES 56 MINUTES 12 SECONDS WEST, 357.24 FEET TO A SET IRON PIPE IN THE EAST RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF STATE ROUTE 645; THENCE WITH SAID RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE NORTH 34 DEGREES 50 MINUTES 20 SECONDS EAST, 408.67 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING AND CONTAINING 3.5685 ACRES OF LAND. TOGETHER WITH THE USE IN COMMON WITH OTHERS OF THE FOLLOWING^) PUTNAM RIGHT-OF-WAY (2) THE UNLIMITED USE OF ALL COMMON ROADWAYS, LAKES AND/0R PONDS, CREEKS, 30 FEET AROUND LAKE MOSBY AND LAKE WILSON, AND THAT CERTAIN PARCEL OF BOTTOM LAND CONTAINING APPROXIMATELY 5 ACRES LOCATED NEAR THE CONFLUENCE OF WHITE OAK RUN AND RAPPAHANNOCK RIVER. This conveyance is subject to all easements, restrictions, conditions, and reservations of record affecting the title to the property hereinabove described.The beneficiary reserves the right to bid at said sale. TERMS OF SALE: Certified funds, cashiers checks, trust account checks.A bidder's deposit of TEN percent (10%) MUST be present at the time of the Trustee2s Sale with settlement in full to be made within 15 days from the date of the said sale. This notice is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. TS#: 06-V15013VA Loan Type: CONV For Information Contact: SPECIALIZED INC., OF VIRGINIA, SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE 722 E MARKET STREET Suite 200 LEESBURG, VIRGINIA 20176 (703) 779-0080 Call between 9AM-11AM ONLY www.specofva.com 6/22/06, 6/29/06 1153070 Employment Workers Compensation Coordinator Loudoun County Government is seeking an experienced professional to coordinate Workers Compensation programs. This position is responsible for the effective coordination of the programs to include accurate record keeping, compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and County policy, and day to day program administration. Must have a strong working, knowledge of standard concepts, practices and procedures within Workers Compensation, OSHA, Disability, FMLA and Risk Management. Requires good analytical, organizational and problem solving skills and the ability to perform statistical and trend analysis and generate required reports. Requires experience proactively managing cases to successful outcomes. Desire experience with self-insured Workers Compensation programs. Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communipation skills a must. Requires a combination of education and experience eguivalent to a Bachelors degree in business administration or related field and three years work experience in Workers Compensation administration or related benefits program administration experience. (Hiring Range: $40,134 - $54,181 /yr) Closes: 07/07/2006 06-479 Additional information and required application contact web site: www.loudoun.aov ♦. Officers provide security and protection for air travelers, airports and aircraft. Full-Time: Starting at $27,730 per year Plus Benefits Part-Time Starting at $13.29 per hour Plus Benefits (Includes 17.50% Locality Pay) Minimum Requirements: t'S. Citizenship or U.S. National • High school diploma. GED or equivalent, or one year of security or aviation screening experience • English proficiency • Prc-employment medical evaluation • Pass a background/credit check Please apply online at: http://tsacareers.recruitsofLcom 1-800-887-1895; TTY: 1-800-887-5506 Transportation Security Administration TSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. PRETRIAL OFFICER Position is responsible for interviewing and investigating incarcerated pretrial defendants charged with violating criminal laws and evaluating their suitability for community supervision. Prepares bond recommendations/risk assessments for Court. Supervises defendants placed into the program by the Courts which includes monitoring all conditions of bond, drug testing, criminal record checks and treatment verification. Testifies in Court as needed. Completes the defendants' application for Courtappointed legal counsel. Requires a Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, psychology or related field and three years directly related experience in criminal justice or counseling. Six months experience working on individual and/or team projects, and functional or operational administrative experience within the criminal justice system is preferred. Must have a VCIN Operators Certification or obtain within six months of hire. Must be certified to conduct State mandated substance abuse assessments (Simple Screening Instrument) within sixty days of hire. Mandatory criminal record and fingerprint check required for successful candidate. Valid driver's license required. (Hiring Range: $40,134 - $54,181 /yr) Closes: 06/30/2006 06-480 for additional information and required application contact web site: www.toudoun.aov Volunteer Recruitment and Retention Specialist Loudoun County Fire & Rescue This position is responsible to provide assistance to each station in creating and revising volunteer, operational and administrative manuals; recruitment and county required forms. Assist in streamlining and maintaining volunteer files. Provide training to points coordinators, membership chairs, and public relations chairs. Perform continual recruitment efforts on the County and station level and assist in promoting volunteerism. Responsible for data collection and developing reports. Provide assistance in presentation of the annual awards banquet, leadership forums, and graduations. Maintain recognition and benefits programs. Requires a combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree with major course work in volunteer management, fire and/or EMS science, public relations or related field and 2 years experience as an operational volunteer in fire/rescue. Loudoun County volunteer experience preferred. Criminal and driving record check. (Hiring Range: $34,671-$46,805/yr) Closes: 06/27/2006 06-468 for complete information and required application contact web site: www.toudoun.gov « t A 7 U a S’. H i rtVrtW FAUQUIER HOSPITAL Advanced Care Close at Hand PHYSICAL THERAPISTS LICENSED PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANTS Take a closer look at Fauquier Hospital for opportunities in our Physical Medicine and Rehab department. PTs and LPTAs practicing in the Outpatient, Inpatient, Skilled Nursing Facility, and Home Health arenas. $5,000 Sign-On Bonus PRN Contingency Pool Continuing Education Tuition Reimbursement $6,000 Scholarship Clinical Ladder Relocation Assistance Professional Dues Mail resume to: Fauquier Hospital / Attn: Human Resources 500 Hospital Drive Warrenton, VA 20186 540-341-0823 (fax) www.fauquierhospital.org EOE Call Your Rep Today To Place Your Ad 540-347-4222

Appraiser Assessor ® Office is seeking motivated, professionals to join a team environment- Pnmary responsibilities will focus on appraising real property rtandardTanli maoS»h^i^ntpr0CeSSw^he P0?'*'00 requires the use of accepted appraisal rfILd method?Jofly in accordance with state laws, county ordinances and office ^w anH^?iLe r®sP°ns,bll,t|es include field review and analysis of sales data, appraising me^t DroM^ fhoer^ti^,nSIrUCtl0n Pr°iec,s’ and participating in the general reassessBoarrfnf^naJJlti^K^00-a so requires participation in administrative review and in the ^nf.irioe fquallzatlon heanng process as well as daily contact with the public regarding know^edo^0 nferi!^li nfi ~Siate. as®essments. The successful candidates will maintain £ope1y trends’ sta,e and ,ocal ,aws end modern appraisal/ ,hrough course attendance as offered to staff. A working knowledge l^,Ca,?of1ware and CAMA systems is preferred. A Bachelor's Degree from an ArmmalSfa/5? 090 0r university in a related field and a minimum of 3 years residential/ sxnerienre appra!sa| experience or related experience. A combination of Aiactit m,anK educatj°" equ,va|ent to 7 years experience appraising all residential msfriontiaT rortifLriSUi,SH Ut^di or edYcat,on and licensing requirements. A licensed ^>ndinn?oaiC<f<!?a, td= eS,den?a ’ or cfrtlf|ed-general appraiser and/or professional designavarinuci nutHn«ral2aa?hraiSa 51-rea assessment are preferred. Ability to work in e,a!h.er oopdffions. Ability to traverse undeveloped and developed land. dnver^s llc®n5®IS required. Successful candidate will undergo credit record, criminal background, and driving record checks. (Hiring Rang®: $40,134 - $54,181 /yr) , Closes. 07/14/2006 06-474 Additional information and * required application contact web site: www.loudoun.oov New Store Opening in Woodhrivlffe Now Accepting Applications |g I for our NEW location *11:.^ |: Woodbridge, VA!f! We’re a Top Furniture Retailer looking for energetic, enthusiastic folks to join our Sates Team! Must be able to work flexible schedule including some nights and weekends. Opportunities available: Sties Professionals, Customer Service Reps, Warehouse Handlers, and Office (Operations) Managers Dare to compare our work environment to all the rest! You'll be pleasantly surpnsed. We are a progressive, fast growing company covering 8 states with over 70 locations. Eligibility for all company benefits including paid vacation, insurance and 401k. TO APPLY Call 703- 7175066 Visit us onlinB. www.rnDmstDrp.Koin ASSISTANT FIRE CHIEF Fire and Rescue Services Seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Assistant Chief for its Department of Fire, Rescue and Emergency Management Services. Loudoun County Fire-Rescue is a combination career/volunteer system that provides Fire, Rescue and Emergency Medical Services (ALS & BLS), as well as evolving Special Operation Programs (Hazardous Materials Incident Response and Mitigation, Swiftwater Rescue, Wildland Fire-fighting etc ) This position will have the flexibility to manage the five departmental divisions. Specifically these divisions are Field Operations, Support Services which includes Emergency 911 Center and Office of Emergency Management, Fire Marshal, Emergency Medical Services/ Training/Public Education, and Planning & Administration. Manages and supervises operations within all divisions of the Department of Fire-Rescue, including fiscal and strategic program planning. Performs difficult, broad and influential services for assigned programs ana projects through collaborative efforts with senior staff and senior employees within other county agencies. Plans, establishes and implements division-specific management goals, objectives, policies, procedures and processes for a rapidly growing department. Certifications required include: NFPA Fire Officer II and/or NFA Executive Fire Officer Program, NFPA Fire Instructor II, OSHA Hazardous Materials Operations-Level I Responder, Virginia EMT-B (or equivalent from another state, but must obtain reciprocity within one year of ■employment), and a valid driver's license. Selection process for the position will consist of a review of application, review of Fire Rescue Addendum and an interview process. Fire Rescue Addendum must be included with County job application on or before the date of ad closure. The Fire Rescue Addendum is available directly from the Fire Rescue Department at 703-777-0333. Candidate must successfully complete a background and reference check, NCIC criminal and driving record checks and a medical physical examination, to include substance abuse screening, to be fully eligible for hire. (Hiring Range: $75,689 - $122,617/yr) 06-463 Closes: 07/07/2006 for complete information and required application contact web site: www.loudoun.aov Times Community Newspapers, an award winning community newspaper with offices in Fairfax, Loudoun, Fauquier, Clarke and Rappahannock Counties has immediate openings for the following positions: Division Business Manager Warrenton.VA Display Adverting Consultant Leesburg, Reston and Gainesville, VA Junior Display Advertising Consultant Leesburg, Reston and Gainesville, VA Circulation Administrator Reston, VA Home Delivery District Manager Reston, VA Single Copy District Manager Leesburg and Reston, VA Customer Service Assistant Leesburg and Reston, VA Dispatcher Reston, VA Classified Sales & Production Administrator Leesburg, VA In-Training Classified Sales Consultant Leesburg, VA Real Estate Telemarketing Advertising Consultant Leesburg, VA Junior Systems Specialist Leesburg, VA Creative Services Ad Process Coordinator Leesburg, VA Creative Services Designer Level One & Level Two Leesburg, VA Copy Editor Warrenton, VA Staff Reporter warrenton, VA Level One Paginator Leesburg, VA Ad Layout Coordinator Leesburg, VA For the complete list of Employment Opportunities, visit: wmmm www.TimesCommunity.com ihh interested applicants should send a resume and salary requirements to: Jaicin Lowe, 13873 Park Center Road, Suite 301 Herndon, Virginia 20171 Email to: HumanResource@timespapers.com • Fax to: 703.435.9754 Times Community Newspapers is an Equal Opportunity Employer Times Community Newspapers, For all of your Employment needs._ Times Community Newspapers. We are where the readers are. SDE Administrator Mapping/Geographic Info Position to manage the ArcSDE database including quality control, user access and security, and the development of data maintenance procedures. Supports the maintenance of the SDE software, resolves technical issues, and establishes protocols for access by web based tools. Coordinates the establishment of data linkages to other county systems and establishes data maintenance training programs. Determines optimal configuration for spatial data in the geodatabase model, establishes accuracy, ensures topology, and manages instances. Offers professional advice regarding the SDE service and represents the Office of Mapping at public meetings and to local, state, and national agencies. Requires a bachelors degree in Information Technology or related field and four years of directly related experience, including supervisory experience. Experience in ArcGIS, ArcSDE, and DB2 preferred. (Hiring Range: $46,461 - S62,722/yr) Closes: 06/30/2006 06-482 for additional information and required application contact web site: www.loudoun.gov I Systems Administrator CAMA Primary responsibilities include implementing, modifying, and maintaining the CAMA system and assisting with the implementation of policies and procedures related to the CAMA system. Monitoring CAMA operations, performing systems analysis, managing database security, conducting staff training, generating statistical and tracking reports and assisting with long range planning, system upgrades, and analysis of processes and procedures. Candidate needs strong technical knowledge and experience in real estate and automated systems. Requires a Bachelors degree in information technology, business, real estate management or a related field and 3 years experience in managing and administering an automated system or a combination of education, experience and training equivalent to 7 years of progressive systems administrator experience Requires possession of a valid drivers license. Successful candidate will undergo criminal, credit and background checks. (Hiring Range: $40,134 - $74,167/yr) Closes: 07/12/2006 06-489 for additional information & required application contact web site: www.loudoun.gov ANIMAL CARE TECHNICIAN Animal Care and Control Seeks individual to care for and work with animals who is also people oriented, self motivated and dedicated to improving the welfare of animals. Candidate's primary functions are the health and welfare of various types of animals. Duties include cleaning of cat cages and dog kennels, feeding animals, administering medications, assisting with adoption matchmaking, and, when necessary, performing euthanasia. Candidates must be available to work all shifts, including mornings, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. Requires a High School diploma and at least one year of job-related experience. Basic knowledge of and experience handling dogs, cats and other companion animals is required. Experience in a kennel or veterinary office is preferred. Must have the ability to control large and potentially dangerous animals over 100 pounds and lift animals Weighing up to 75 lbs. Successful candidate will undergo a background investigation, physical exam and drug screening. Must possess a valid driver's license and obtain certification to perform euthanasia within 6 months of hiring. (Hiring Range: $27,595 - $37,254/yr) Closes: 07/06/2006 06-488. For additional information and required application contact web site: www.loudoun.gov ASSISTANT BOOKKEEPER Clerk of Circuit Court Assists In the preparation and review of all daily financial reports to meet daily accounting requirements. Consults with the Bookkeeping clerk to resolve receipt or report discrepancies. Prepares financial reports for the Financial Management System (FMS) and records accounting data as required by die Code of Virginia, the Supreme Court of Virginia and the Auditor of Public Accounts. Reviews Lists of Allowance forms submitted to the Clerk by attorneys, guardian ad litems, court reporters, foreign language Interpreters, forensic scientists and other professionals who perform services for the Circuit Court in criminal court cases. Examines and certifies the authenticity of all submissions before seeking approval for payment from the ■fudges. Processes the office paper and forms supply requisitions. Prepares a report on the monthly usage of the office credit cards. Collects all required reports amt credit card receipts from staff for audit purposes. High School diploma or equivalent and four years experience are required. Job contingent upon successful criminal background Check. (Hiring Range: $29,950 • $40,433/ yr) Closes: 07/04/2006 e*-4S4 for additional information and required applicatlon contact web site: Torn Up the Heat on Tour Career! i, the nation's largest propane distributed WE ARE GROWING! We haw jmmedkUe openngs lor hard working, c ustomer ocused ndMduals al out Warrenon Nullmn VA kjr^rtjori us DELIVERY DRIVERS lo deliver propane lo our customerWe Offer ,JJ • CornpeUtive Wages • Paid Training • Paid Uniforms • E xcellent Healthilifcdnsurance and More • 2 Weeks Paid Vacation • 401 (K) Plan w/Co Match • Guaranteed 40hr Week • Overtime Opportunity Requirements include: A valid CDL with HA/MAI endorsements, a great driving record & the ability lo pass a DO I physical, drug test am: backgiound check Applications are being act opted now at: Amertga. 8356 MooUe Rd, Warrenton.VA 20187 j . Phone: 540-347 2055 • Fax 540 247-2904 J Licensed Veterinary Technician Needed in Warrenton.Full-time, licensed vet. technician 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-mail HeatherWeatherly@healthypet.org. POPLAR SPRINGS INN SPA & RESTAURANT Full & Part Time Positions * CERTIFIED MASSAGE THERAPISTS ★RECEPTIONISTS ★VALET Fax resume to: 540-788-1273 or email resume to: innspa@poplarspringsinn.com www.poplarspringsinn.com ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT/ OPERATIONS MANAGER For a financial planning firm. Small office in Warrenton, M-F 8:30-5:00. Impeccable people skills, warm and friendly. 5 year min admin experience required. Prior experience in a similar office a plus. Looking for a mature person with lots of common sense. Comfortable with a computer and proficient in word and excel. Must be very organized and able to multi task. A drug screening and criminal background check will be done as part of employment. Salary range is 30K and is based on experience. Email resumes to: Chris@gregbodoh.com Qualified candidates will be contacted HR SPECIALIST Mental Health/Retardation Work with Department HR Liaison to assist with human resource activities to include recruitment, performance planning and assessment, employee records management, and special projects. Reviewing and updating departmental policies. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and have the ability to research and analyze data and to develop reports, identify trends and develop recommendations; ability to communicate effectively and to develbp productive working relationships with staff and the general public. Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to Bachelor's degree in human resource management or related field. Experience in human resource management is preferred. Employment is contin?ent upon criminal background check and B test. (Hiring Range: $29,950 - $40,433/ yr) Closes: 07/07/2006 06-492 for additional information and required application contact web site: www.loudoun.gov CLINICIAN Mental Health/Retardation Provide clinical and supportive services to Adults with serious mental illness and families in the psychosocial rehabilitation program. Work schedule may require day. evening, or weekend hours. Responsibilities include assessment and treatment planning, case management, training and community integration activities. Must have knowledge of psychotherapy, case management and techniques of assessment. Responsibilities include transporting clients in program vehicles. Qualified applicants require a Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work or mental health field and two years of related experience or equivalent in experience. Masters degree preferred. CPR/ first aid certification are required. Training provided. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal background check, TB test, driving record check and a valid driver's license iq Virginia or regional state of residence (Hiring Range: $34,671 $46.805/yr) Closes: 07/07/2<X>6 06-490 for additional information & required application contact web site: wwwdoudoun.gov Environmental Health Specialist Position with the Loudoun County Health Department in Leesburg, Virginia. Candidate will have knowledge of soils, landforms and geology as they relate to onsite wastewater treatment and disposal; groundwater movement and water well development. Must have the ability to make independent decisions and be able to prepare accurate documentation of regulatory activities. General knowledge of onsite sewage disposal systems and water supplies is preferred. Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field and two years of related experience. Experience as an Environmental Health Specialist is preferred. Registered Environmental Health Specialist (NEHA) preferred. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal background check and driving record check. Requires a valid driver's license in Virginia or regional state of residence. (Hiring Range: $34,671 $53,739 /yr) Closes: 07/07/2006 06-481 for additional information and required application contact web site: www.loudoun. gov l ..l Cashiering Supervisor Cashiering Supervisor position m the l.eeshurg Treasurer's Office. Position has direct supervision of three full lime cashiers and manages all aspects of front counter lax collection and internal department transmittal payments. Coordinates courier services responsible for safe receipt and collection of county revenue. Responsibilities include balancing cash drawers, preparing cash deposits, operating an automated imaging payment processor, and safekeeping of all county funds collected daily. Requires fluency in multiple windows-based and mainframe computer systems. Development and implementation of procedures for the day to day operations of the front counter; Must have superior math skills and excellent written and verbal communication skills. Position requires a heavy volume of interaction with the public and other county agencies on a daily basis Occasional overtime during tax deadlines. Requires a combination of education and experience equivalent to an Associates Degree and four years of directly related experience. A credit cheek and criminal background check will be conducted on the successful candidate. (Hiring Range: S34.67I - $43‘,33K /yr) Closes: 06/30/2006 06-476 Additional information and required application contact web site: www. joudnumgiiy Classified Ads Work Call 347-4222 CNA/LPN Busy Medical Practice with an upbeat office and an excellent team, hasan immediate requirement for a FT, CNA/LPN. Benefits include health insurance and paid vacations & holidays, 401K, profit sharing. Interested candidates should fax their resume to: (540) 349-4401 Attn: HR Become a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT Earn High Hourly Rates - $10 - $30 per hr Work Anywhere Required: Computer (PC preferable), Internet Access, and a Telephone Software expertise needed: PowerPoint, Pagemaker, Quicken, Photoshop Skills needed: Database, Brochure Design, Bookkeeping, Internet Research My Virtual Assistant - 540-341-7330 K.Redditt@My-Virtual-Assistant.r^et ftty Virtud 'Assistant LPN Busy seven-physician practice seeking full time LPN. Supervisory experience a must. Great benefits package included! Fax or E-mail resume with salary requirements: Attn: L. Spence Fax: (540)347-0342 Mail: 52 West Shirley Avenue Warrenton, VA 20186 lspence@broava.com / Q^/ in 'Front Desk Receptionist PT Nights, weekends & holidays a must. Only serious candidates need apply. Fax resume to (540)399-9960 or contact Jamie or Michelle (540)399-1779 16589 Edwards Shop Road, Remington, VA 22734 Assistant Director of Development Highland School, an independent PK-12 school in Warrenton, Va., has an opening for an Assistant Director of Development to be part of a dynamic development team. This position is responsible for annual giving programs, volunteer management, and special event coordination, as well as prospect stewardship and solicitation. Qualified applicants have excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills, and a minimum of two years development experience. To apply, please email cover letter and resume to: Suzanne Musgrave at gmusgrave8highlandschool.org. Rappahannock County Public Schools Teaching Positions Must hold or be immediately eligible for Virginia license w/ proper endorsement Salary Range $34,502 - $56,359 plus benefits * Middle School Math (Mathematics endorsement) * Elementary * Reading Specialist * Drama (part-time with benefits) *High School Social Studies Other: Information Systems Assistant Duties include PC installation and repair, network and web/e-mail administration Salary $31,256 plus benefits Application Deadline:July 6 or Until Filled Applications at: www.rappahannock.kl2.va.us For information contact: David Covington, Executive Director of HR & Instruction Telephone: (540) 987-8773 E-mail: davidcovington@ rappahannock.kl2.va.us Fax: (540) 987-8896 EOF. library Aide library Services Dept. You win check materials in and out tor library customers using the automated circulation system, registering borrowers and routine clerical tasks. Loudoun County Public Library seeks a vibrant, innovative individual who will be detailed oriented and enjoys working in a routine environment. Schedule will vary and wilt include weekends and evenings. We support the growth '* of our employees by having an active training program, education reimbursement , and participation in conferences. Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to high school diploma and a minimum of 2 years related experience some of which must be library experience. Ability to lift and move heavy materials ana some bending and stooping required. (Hiring Range: $25,871 - $34,925/yr) Closes: 07/06/2006 06-491 for additional information and required application contact web site: www.toudoun.gov Counselors/Therapists needed to provide Intensive In-Home Counseling services for youth with emotional and/or developmental disabilities and their families. Growing agency seeks proactive, creative Counselors who can work both independently and collaboratively. Master s Degree preferred ■ Bachelor's with one year of direct care experience considered / four years of direct care experience considered for mentoring positions. Conversational Spanish skills a plus. Those interested in working with at-risk adolescent males are encouraged to apply. Must pass FBI Background Check. DSS Central Registry Check, DMV driving record check, and TB screening Email resume to: careers@counseling interventions.com »

Employment Dental Hygienist Busy, friendly, dental practice looking for part time hygienist. If interested, please contact our office at: 540-347-2777 DRIVER Tractor trailer w/CDL-A, good driving record, 2 yrs min exp. Willing to work m steel fab shop when not driving. Yoder Steel Corporation 703-369-2329 Linden Vineyards is looking for Tasting Room Staff on weekends from 10a-6p. Must have an internet in fine wine and food. Retail or wait staff experience is a plus. Call (540)364-1997. Con str ut t ?o n Sales ROAD SALES/JOB COORDINATOR Re'it-A-Crane is seeking a mature, motivated n iiv d ja! to join our safes team. We otter full benefits.s top pay. transportation and incentives package. Must have been in the crane industry. 800-255-2741, 703-475-1097 LINEMAN & LINEMAN TRAINEES to do telephone work in DC & NOVA. CDL req d. Permanent work with plenty of OT. Good pay. To apply call: Woodlawn Construction 800-296-3214. eoe. Sales Rep/Manager Commercial Landscape BusinessAggressive Sales Personality. With proven Sales record in Landscape Industry but not limited. To that type of business. Fax resume to 703-754-9926 first And then call 703-929-6583 EOE/M/M/F/D/V Automotive Import Technician Great opportunity for the Tech with the right credentials. Professional wage & benefits. Signing bonus. Contact Chris or Dan 540-347-9800 Kennel Manager/ Groomer/Trainer for new upscale pet boarding & daycare facility in Warrenton, VA. Experience required. Email tsroehr@yahoo.com or call (540)364-3685, evenings. LANDSCAPE FIELD SUPERVISORS For Maintenance and Installation. Landscape experience needed. Earning Potential $30k to $45k per yearPlus benefits. ONLY SERIOUS INQUIRIES PLEASE Fax resume to 703-754-9926 Call 703-753-2000 EOE/M/M/F/D/V Landscape Mid-Level Managers Commercial Landscape experienceWith excellent Customer Service Skills required. Earnings potential $42K to $62K. Excel. Benefits Fax resume to 703-754-9926 And then call 703-929-6583 EOE/M/M/F/D/V MECHANIC GENERAL MAINTENANCE Repair shop working on pick up trucks, automobiles farm tractors and small engines looking for qualified mechanic benefits health insurance 401K paid vacation sick leave uniforms paid holidays top pay for naht individuals. 540-347-4238 FRONT DESK CLERK Must be reliable & dependable to able to work nights & weekends. GREAT PAY Benefits available, opportunity for the right people! Retirees welcome! COMFORT INN 540-349-8900 Previous applicants need not apply Excellent MI DH AL ASSISTANT Busy seven-physician practice seeks a FT Medical Assistant to assist with patients in ourclinicaJ area. Experience working with patients EMT or CNA trainings plus. Fax or mail resume & salary requirements: Attn: J. Ozolins Fax: (540)347-0342 Mail. 52 West Shirley Avenue Warrenton, VA 20186 jozolins@broava.com Times Community Newspapers. We are where the readers are. It took 6 YEARS to graduate. Find a job in about 6 MINUTES. Times Classified 347-4222 i -6 CABINET MAKERS Architectural millwork company is seeking experienced cabinet makers, lead mechanics and finish carpenters. Pay based on experience - signing bonus available Competitive benefits. Contact Mike at 703-631-2588 for an interview Plumbers wanted Never on call! Full benefits package $100K potential 401K $1000 plus calls weekly Start from your home. Call 800-280-2820 Fauquier Times-Democrat: Where the Readers Are! Call Today 540-347-4222 Full Time wnpioynwm WAIT STAFF DISHWASHER to join our team, M-Sat evening dinner shift. Apply within: The Country Cafe 389A Main St. Washington, VA (540)675-1066 Washington Times Newspaper Distributor Wanted Warrcnton, Fauquier County. Delivery of daily newspaper to homes, racks, and store accounts. Pay bi-weekly. Start Immediately. Must have valid drivers license, proof of insurance and social security card. Call (703) 041-7083 It took 6 YEARS to graduate. Find a job in about 6 MINUTES Times Classified 347-4222 960 Part Time Employment Kitchen Help Part Time Baking and dessert experience helpful but will train. Four & Twenty Blackbirds. Flint Hill'. 540-675-1111 For all of your Classified needs call the Fauquier Times-Democrat 540-347-4222 Pay for your home over 30 YEARS. Find it in about 30 MINUTES Times Classified 347-4222 or FAX 349-8676 PHYSICIAN'S ASSISTANT Announcement # SH084 The Fauquier County Sheriff's Office is recruiting for a full-time Physician's Assistant at the Adult Detention Center. This position will be responsible for coordinating, implementing and performing inmate and employee health initiatives; and screening for, preventing and medicating inmate illnesses.Qualified applicants must possess knowledge of and ability to complete medical screenings; perform physical exams; perform, read and interpret PPD skin tests; take blood pressure, pulses, respirations and patient temperatures; complete daily medical statistical reports; draw DNA blood samples; conduct drug screenings; and supervise medical treatment of inmates. Preferred applicants should have any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school, supplemented by experience and/or training in routine medical care. Successful applicant must complete continuing education requirements for Physician's Assistants; possess and maintain valid certification as an Emergency Medical Technician; and pass a pre-employment physical and criminal background check. Minimum starting salary is $29,579 effective July 1, 2006. Position is open until filled Interested applicants must submit a Fauquier County Online Application available at www.fauquiercounty.gov For assistance please call 540-428-8700.EEO/AA/M/F/D RAPPAHANNOCK RAPIDAN COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD ADULT DAY CARE PROGRAM MANAGER #289-52-231 - Exciting FT position in Culpeper to develop and manage a new Adult Day Care Program for frail elders and persons with dementia . Duties include marketing, facility management, assessing client needs, planning day to day activities, supervising staff and volunteers, and fund-raising. ■ Bachelor’s degree with major course work in human services, recreational or occupational therapy, or related field, and two years experience working with older adults or persons with disabilities. Nursing home administrator license or RN license may be substituted for degree. Some program management experience, including some supervisory experience. $31,912.93 p/yr RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR #286-52-230 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 2 yrs equiv. exp. $26,254.09 p/yr SUBSTANCE ABUSE TECHNICIAN #131-52-232 Hourly positions working from 8am to 4pm on Sat/Sun, or 4pm to 12am on Fridays or 4pm to 12am every other weekend at SA treatment facility in Culpeper to monitor activities of consumers. Implement & monitor education & rec activities & maintain clinical records. HS Diploma w/exp in human services field. $11.63 p/hr. Apply with RRCSB/AAA application by 8:30am, Monday, July 10, 2006, HR, P.O Box 1568, Culpeper, VA 22701. (540)825-3100 TDD: (540) 825-7391 EEO/AA Kjennings@rrcsb.org WARRENTON OVERLOOK HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER A 115 bed Skilled Long Term Care Facility has the following employment opportunities available: ❖ CHARGE NURSE - RN or LPN 11pm - 7am shift and PRN * CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT 3pm-11 pm & 11pm-7am PRN and WEEKEND PROGRAM ❖ DIRECTOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES * 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@fauc|u ierhospital.org CALL FAUQUIER TIMES-DEMOCRAT TO PLACE YOUR AD TODAY 540-347-4222 * Automotive ann Antiques & 1962 Corvair 900 Monza, 2dr hrd top. Exc/show condition. $42K miles. Serious inquiries only. 540-454-6508 1968 Chevy Impala Convertible. Nice cruiser, drives anywhere. $7,500/obo. (540)937-7551 ( TN 60S Automobiles L. i_ J 00 Cadillac Deville. Blue, moon rf.lded, 68K. $10,500 OBO. (703)538-2622 (202)-414-3829 00 HONDA Accord EX, 6 cyl, Ithr, sunroof, great cond, 62K mis, asking $9,50 0.. (540)341-1946 '00 Volks Beetle Turbo, slvr, auto, orig owner, 80K, garaged, exc cond. Ithr int, sunroof $8900. (540)439-8596 01 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT Spyder Conv. Auto, 6 cyl, silv w/black roof & Ithr int. Very good cond. 70k mi. XM. $10.7k neg. Call Gail 703-517-6012. 01 VW Jetta GLX V6 - $10,695 obo, Silvr w/ Blk Lthr, All Power, AC, AM/FM CD Cass SatelliteRad inclu. 75K mi. Call 571.239.1104 04 CORVETTE, 12K miles. 2 tops. Auto. Excellent conditio. All options. $36,000. Call 703-753-0210 05 FORD Mustang: V6, Auto, 5200 mi, power, am/fm/CD/MP3. Maint & detail g pkg incl. $20k. 703-517-0119. 1971 Mustang Mach 1 Fastback (body only) $2000/OBO. Engine parts, trans, int parts incl. For info/photos: community.webshots. com/user/nyjetsfans 1986 Mustang 5.0 GT Convertible $750/ OBO. Runs, needs body work/int rest, extra parts incl. For info/ photos: comm unity. webshots.com/ user/nyjetsfans 1993 Cadillac Allante, NorthStar motor, blk on blk convert. 63K. $ 1 3,5 0 0. (540)788-4241 Iv msg. 1997 Line TwnV8, auto, leather, immaculate, 50k miles. $7500. (540)882-4910 or 703-309-5143 1998 Honda Civic DX Hthbck, good cond, 145K ml, black, CD player, $3500. (571)215-7652 1999 Saturn SL2 4-dr sedan, 180,000+ mi, AC, new tires. $1200. Call 540-347-5761 1999 Toyota Camry LE, auto, sec system w/ remote start. 8K on new eng w/warranty. $6000/ obo. (540)349-0634 2000 Honda Civic Si, 58K mi, black, 5-spd, 2-dr, $11,000. (703)754-2800. 2004 Jeep Liberty 4x4 Ltd, leather, htd seats, 6disc CD, sunroof, roof rack, 42K mi, $16800, (540)428-7065 '92 Pontiac Grand AM, 168K mis, new radiator & rear brakes, runs grt needs minor work, $500 540-825-9650 !94 Cadilac Eldorado, 130K mis, 32 valve 4.6L northstar, all pwr, excel cond, green, 10 disc CD, $2700. (703)508-0106 '95 Buick Skylark. 106K, AT, Runs great, a/c needs work. Recent upgrades. VA/insp. $1175 (703)643-9463 '95 Cadillac Concourse Deville: 180k mi, fair cond. $2000/OBO. 703-777-2467, 703-297-6166 (cell) '95 Lincoln Towncar Spinnaker. Upgrd audio w/DVD. Smoothest ride you'll ever own. 93k mi. $4500. (540)347-3805 '96 Cadillac DeVille. 1 owner. Gar'd. Excl cond. 106K. Kelly BB $6400, askg $5600. 703-444-6640 '96 FORD WINDSTAR: Insp, runs great, new engine. Asking $850. Needs some body work. (703)726-1554 '97 Pontiac Grande Prix SE, V6. 150k mi, fair cond. $2000/OBO. 703-777-2467, 703-297-6166 (cell). Buick 95 LeSabre: Exc. eng & body cond. $3,000/bo. VC eng, 3.8L, AT, A/C, ps & pw, pi, blue. 703-883-0378. CORVETTES WANTED, any year, any condition, cash buyer. (800)369-6148 Ford Escort XLT '98, sunroof, runs great, loaded, 120K mis. $5200 OBO. (540)347-3779 aft 5pm Grand Marquis, five mts, old Ultimate Edition, 3,560 mi, Cost $30,288.66, take $26,200, all records. (540)987-7231 Honda Accord 92, loaded, good cond, $2700. (540)272-7090 Pontiac, 1984, Fiero SE. Auto, 4 cyl, sunroof, new VA insp. & emissions. $1995 or BO. Call 703-771-0280; 703-203-6799 Pontiac Grad Prix, '90, 3.7 multi port engine, AC, PS, PB, 101K mis, $850. (540)349-8240 Volvo S/40 Turbo 2004, fully loaded, like new, leather, sunroof, tinted wind., spoiler. $16,000. (540)341-1995 ADS WORK Call 540-347-4222 01 HONDA CR-V, white, looks & runs great, 84K miles, one owner, all svc records. $11,000. Call 540-338-5291. 01 VW Jetta GLX V6 - $10,695 obo, Sitvr w/ Blk Lthr, All Power, AC, AM/FM CD Cass SatelliteRad inclu. 75K mi. Call 571.239.1104 1987 VW Scirocco. Grey. 190K. runs well, new tires. $850 obo. Call (540)687-5969 16' Alumacraft conv. to bass boat, w/ trailer, live well & 35hp Evinrude motor & elec w/ bat. (703)729-9146 '88 Sportcraft 250cEagie. Cuddy cabin. 5.7L inboard, hardtop, Windlas, clr f/f. $7500. 703-303-5903. 630 Camper*/RV* Flair MH, 2003, Class A. 30ft, NO Pets/Smoke. Exc. Cond. Loaded. One owner. MUST SEE. $43,750 OBO. (703)968-8425 01 Yamaha Mid-night Star, Lots of extras, low miles, $7000. (540)937-2423 02 HD SPORSTER 883: Screaming Eagle pipes, Completely chromed. Garage kept. This bike is perfect. 1900 mi. $6800/OBO. 443-765-1751 Cell. 02 Yamaha YZF R-1 Like new red/white/ blck. Adult Owner, Never Down. $7500. (540)379-2429 05 HD Dyna Wide Glide, Vance & Hines I o n g s h o t s , diamondback convs thru out, lowered, Corbin Hollywood Saddle, less than 600 mis, much much more, mint cond, invested $23K, will sell $17,500. (703)754-4418 2002 Honda Goldwing. Low miles, garage kept. $1 2,500. (703)929-6809 HD 2005: V-Rod, Screaming Eagle, 1250cc, 1/800 custom, 2700mi, Orange/ Black Aztec paint.$29,500. 619-807-7194. We’ve Got Northern Virginia All Wrapped UP! Times Classified. Call Today! 540-347-4222 2005 Yamaha Raptor 660, blue. Well maintained, lots of extras, garage kept. $4,100/ obo. Please call (540)222-9073 after 5pm. FOR SALE: 2001 Honda XR80 Dirt Bike. Excellent Condition. $ 8 0 0. Call (703)732-5873 HONDA 04 CRF-250X: Adult driven, low hours, worth . seeing. $3450 (703)250-0162. 1987 Ford Bronco If, body & suspension in good cond.no motor, being sold for parts but have title and will transfer. $150 obo, (540) 788-4626. '87 Ranger 2.3L new parts.Tune-up, brake parts, starter, water pump, crank pulley. Pat 1571)214-5786 Sport UtMty Vehicles 01 2DR/4WD Blazer. 138K miles, black, full size spare, V6, drvr airbag, ABS,$6000 OBO (703)303-4290 '02 JEEP Wranger, 4x4, 5sp, fully loaded, 52K mils, soft top, blue. $14K, 540-272-0800 2002 Explorer-exc. cond, 4x4, V6, auto, CD, 49k mi. $13,500 (540)882-4910 or 703-309-5143 79 JEEP CJ5: 4 speed manual, 350 V-8. $7000/OBO. (540)882-9905. 90 Toyota 4-Runner, rolled once, drive-train perf, 5spd, 4WD, 3.0V6. Runs, Nds bdy. $950. (540)439-2342 '97 Jeep Cherokee Sport: 4wd, 6cyl, 104k mi, ac, mp3/CD, auto, gd cond, runs grt. $4k/ neg. (703)655-4026 '98 Dodge Durango SLT: V8, 5.9L, Ithr, 3rd row st/sts 7. Loaded. Looks/runs well. $5800. 703-468-1364. '98 Mercury Mountaineer. 4WD, totally loaded, exc. cond., $5600. (703)430-9404 FORD 02 Explorer Sprt Trc-Auto, 62K, Silver, CD, Tow Pkg, Alloys, 1 owner, well-maint., $ 1 5,7 5 0, (540)668-7768 Toyota 4 Runner 00. LTD. Loaded. Snrf. Traction. Qrush/lite guards. Slvr/tan. $14,000 540-687-3535 Fauquier Times-Democrat ADS WORK Call 347-4222 1 v4T-;; p ,lM «ir ^ v !<*• Tmcki/ ^ 1,8 Pickups * 04 Ford F-150 XL, 4x4 stndrd cab, 11K, i.4L V-8, tow pack, cruise. Lin-x, like n«yr $ 1 6,990/o He; (571)224-2720 1985 FORD F-250. ‘, 3fi ton blue p-up, 4 sp'd, very clean, new paint * & many new custom prts. Serious inquiries only. 540-454-6508 ; - 2001 Toyota Tacorrja, extra cab SR-5, 172K, $7,500. Excellent Condition. (540)295-5074' 2002 Ford F250 XLT, supercab, long bed, 28K mi, dark green, auto, $19,000.1 -owner (703)754-2800 '86 Toyota, 4x4, 79K mis on body, brand new engine, $2000. (540)349-8240 < '94 Toyota Pickup: 4wd, new engine, clutch, radiator, belts, hoses, battery & much more. $3750. 703-913-0070* --Tr[680 Vans/Bus^e .... '00 FORD Windstar 7 pass minivan. 92K. Great cond, dual A/C, cruise, AM/FM cass, pwr seat, PW, P/L, spruce green w/grey cloth. $6400. Vln 2FMZA5146YB. Call 703-858-4878 02, Chevrolet 3/4 Ton Utility Van with bins and ladder rack, V-8, Auto, AC P/S, P/B. $11,200 703-447-6237 '02 Chrysler Town & Country Limited. Loaded w/lther, 48K mi., 2nd owner, immac cond, $14,500. (540)829-0159 97 Plymouth Voyager, 3.0V6, auto, air, well main, roof rack. 137K, inspected. $2250. (540)347-2093 (540)229-3408 ’99 Dodge Caravan: Orig owner. Gobd cond. AC, cd, stereo, $4500/OBO. (540)751-0145. HONDA 99 OdysseyLX, Auto, 142K, Drk Grn, , CD, AC, 1 owner, well-maint, $6500, 540-668-7768 With 18 “ Newspaper* In Our . Times Community Newspapers Group, We’ve Got 'T Northern Virginia Wrapped upl Call 347-4222 or FAX 349-8676