Rappahannock News, February 1, 2007

,7<-^SS6«s. Rappahannock County’s Family Newspaper Since 1877 129th Year ... No. 5 Phone (540)675-3338 THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2007 Worldwide at timescommunity.com Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Anita L. Sherman NEVER SAY NEVER: Dan Manzo will be opening Dano DeLucca’s this spring turning a dream into reality. The combination store/deli and coffee shop will be housed in the kitchen at The Clopton House in Washington and tables and chairs will be set up in the courtyard. Dano DeLucca’s is coming to Washington The Clopton House Kitchen will soon be a take out deli/coffee shop By Anita L. Sherman . Rappahannock News Staff Writer For all of you who mourned the closing of the Sunnyside Market in Washington, this will be news to warm the coddles of your hearts...and appetites. Dan Manzo, owner of Rush River Antiques, will be starting a new take out deli early this spring that will bring new life into the Clopton House kitchen. “I’m so excited,” said Manzo of his foray into a food venture. Manzo, who is fond of orchestrating large dinner parties, has catering experience from years ago. When Sunnyside Market closed its doors several months ago, it left a void that Manzo has decided to fill. “I’m planning to open around 8:30 a.m. with coffee and donuts, pastries and quiches,” smiled Manzo who admits that he is still on the hunt for the “greatest coffee” and then chuckled, “that’s my biggest fear, that I won’t have the greatest coffee and that’s what I want.” Heading into the lunch hour, Manzo is planning on at least two soup selections and an array of deli sandwiches. “There will be some already made that people can quickly purchase and then I’ll be making them to order as well,” elaborated Manzo who also plans to have a selection of cheeses, County and Town Meetings and Notices • On Thursday, Feb. 1 the Rappahannock County Water and Sewer Authority will meet at 7:30 p. m. at the Rappahannock County courthouse on Gay Street. • On Monday, Feb. 5 the Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors will meet at a 2 p. m. session and again at 7 p.m. for a public hearing. Both meetings will be at the Rappahannock County courthouse on Gay Street. 2 p.m. Agenda Highlights Old Business -Emergency Communications Update -Update on Sludge Working group -Update on Power line -Regional Jail Update -Rediviva Bridge -•-Conversion to Secondary Status of Three portions of old turnpike* See MEETINGS, Page A2 Rappahannock News P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747 (540)675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) v crackers, deli meats and wines available for purchase. Following a long established European tradition, Manzo will offer a sale hour toward the end of each business day. “Always fresh every day, that’s how I want it,” said Manzo. Manzo will also have use of the two small smokehouses and the open courtyard next to The Clopton House and he has something special in mind for one of the smokehouses. Walking inside the quaint building, Manzo opens wide the large red door that looks out onto the courtyard. “Ice cream,” he says with a grin. Hoping to attract the after school crowd, Manzo envisions that spring weather will bring folks out and why not to purchase a yummy ice cream cone. So, an ice cream parlor is in the works and Manzo is hoping that he will be able to entice local high schoolers to help him run it. The courtyard is another area tliat Manzo plans to enhance and furnish with outdoor tables and chairs so that people can purchase their goodies and then have a comfortable place to sit and enjoy their meal — weather permitting. “I see this as the town center,” said Manzo. “A place where the community can come together and share good food.” With a twinkle in his eye, Manzo added. “I’d also like them to be able to hook up to the Internet. They can come with their laptops, have something to eat and be able to go online.” “That’s what I’d ultimately like to be able to provide is wireless Internet connection.” In the meantime, Manzo is busy planning for his grand opening in the spring. “I started to think seriously about this in November, but it’s taken a long time getting health permits and various approvals,” said Manzo who has been meeting with various food reps. With Manzo putting new energies into Dano DeLucca’s, he is in the process of looking for additional help as there will be no changes at Rush River Antiques which is also located See DANO DELUCCA’S, Page A2 Still no word from festival firm By Kevin Allen Rappahannock News Staff Writer The Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors may have an easy decision to make Monday regarding a proposed outdoor music festival in the county. Representatives of Finley Productions, the Warrenton-based company that in December applied for a special-exception permit to organize a large outdoor music festival on the property of the Blue Rock Inn, did not show up for its Jan. 17 public hearing before the County Planning Commission. County Administrator John McCarthy said he has not been in contact with Finley executives for several weeks. The permit application is on the agenda for the board’s monthly public hearing, which is scheduled for 7 p.m. Monday at the Rappahannock County Courthouse. In January, planning commissioners voted unanimously to recommend that the supervisors deny the festival permit, but the board will have the final say on the matter Monday. Also on the agenda for the public r hearing is Mountain Laurel Montessori Farm School’s application for a special-exception permit to operate a school at the former site of True Ewe Farm, north ^of Flint Hill on Zachary Taylor Highway. At the same meeting on Jan. 17, planning commissioners unanimously voted to recommend that the board approve the farm school’s permit. The third and final item on the board’s agenda for the public hearing is the proposed repeal of the telecommunications tax. The matter has already been approved by the General Assembly, McCarthy said, and it therefore has no purpose in the County’s tax code. Afternoon meeting The board has a long list of items to address at its afternoon meeting, scheduled for 2 p.m. Monday. Supervisors will be updated about ongoing efforts to build a regional jail that would serve Rappahannock as well as Page, Shenandoah and Warren counties. The Virginia Department of Transportation is converting Rediviva Lane to secondary status. The 77-year-old bridge over the Covington River on the street was Closed in December, sparking protests From neighbors and property owners at the board’s Jan. 3 meeting. McCarthy said he has been told by VDOT administrator David Cubbage that bridge inspectors from Richmond are scheduled to analyze the Rediviva Lane bridge and will present their findings at the board’s March meeting. The board will touch on proposed legislation in the General Assembly that would trump the authority of local governments to regulate events at farm wineries. Supervisors will also discuss a resolution to request that the General Assembly and Gov. Tim Kaine provide Rappahannock County Public Schools with “Cost of Competing Add-on” binding, which is currently available to other public school systems in Northern Virginia. E-mail the reporter at kallen@timespapers.com New tenant moving into old Sunnyside Market building By Kevin Allen Rappahannock News Staff Writer The building at 337 Gay St. in the Town of Washington has a new tenant. The structure has been vacant since Sunnyside Market closed Nov. 5, but that will change Monday when PacWest Transfer begins operating in the space. PacWest is not moving far from its current location in the Clopton House, which is located on Main Street in Washington. The company is a full-service stock transfer agent and will employ five people in the Gay Street building. The move was necessary to make room in the Clopton House for the expansion of Belmont Partners, PacWest president Laurel Poffenroth said. Both companies are headed by Clopton House owner Joseph Meuse. PacWest is leasing the building from Sunnyview, which also owns the adjoining courtyard area. Sunnyview’s Jimmie DeBergh said the courtyard will be maintained as a public space for the town. E-mail the reporter at kallen@timespapers.com Clean cut Wendy Blakeman gets top hair care from Alexandria hair stylist, Bobby Briggs. Briggs works at the O.M.O Salon in Old Town Alexandria and will travel to The Hair Gallery in Washington, Va. for appointments. Briggs plans on coming out to Rappahannock County once a month for appointments and may move up to visiting twice a month. To make an appointment call his cell phone at 703-627-0787. Rappahannock News Staff PhoteVChartie Spienng Backyard wildlife Come to the Wildlife Habitat Open House and leam how to nurture nature in your backyard. See Page B1. S It’s in his veins Dr. Eric Larssen has brought a stateof-the-art treatment for varicose veins to downtown Culpeper. See Page A7. *» ‘Consider the Heart’ The Middle Street Gallery in Washington will be having a month long celebration for Valentines. See Page B1. New gV** Cory Ca’ art ga* frea»% See i

Business in Brief Hair Gallery appreciatiwflL Kim Nelson at Hair Gallery in Washington would like to extend a thank you to all of her clients that have supported her in the past. Especially to those clients who have decided to follow her. “I am very grateful to you and I send a warm welcome to all my new clients too and thank you,” said Nelson who is now located in the Town of Washington just a short 30 Insuring Farms & Fine Homes Since 1950 C. EDWARD WATERS INSURANCE TM 808 East Main Street, Luray, VA 22835 Office: 540-743-7151 j Fax:540-743-1853 E-mail: cewaters@shentel.net DAVID C. YOUNT, PRESIDENT Are you ready for some BBQ? 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Box 59, Washington, VA 22747 Old Address: This firm may also be used for CHANGE OF ADDRESS New Address: L J Tile Rappahannock News (1 SI’S #4555*40) is published every Tliursday at 249 Main Street, Washington. Virginia 22747 by Rappahannock News, a division of Arundel Communications, Inc. Periodicals postage paid at Warrenton, Virginia and at additional mailing offices. Subscriptions are S22.(X) a year in Kapp,ihannock; $29.95 elsewhere in l .S. IV tSTMASTKR; Send address changes to Rappahannock News, HO. Box 59, Washington, Virginia 22747 minute drive from Warrenton. The Hair Gallery is located at 261 Main Street in Washington and the mailing address is Hair Gallery, LLC, P.O. Box 56, Washington, 22747. Phone Kim at 540-6753076. Mount Vernon posts hours Greetings from Mount Vernon Farm! Over the years, a lot of people have asked us to establish regular hours so our local customers stop by the store without having to call in advance or take their chances that someone will be around when they come over. So we are announcing our new Hours of Operation: Mount Vernon Farm store hours: Wednesday - Saturday, 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. You are welcome to come out at any time whatsoever with a call in advance (540987-9559), but you can count on the store being open Wednesday through Saturday, 1 to 5 pm. We have a full compliment of grass fed beef and most cuts of lamb and pork in stock now. Our smoked ham is delicious in soups. We now have dog food made of a blend of ground beef and beef and lamb organs, which our 5 dogs love. Tried and true recipes are available. We are currently finishing steers on our winter grass stockpile, and will be processing some in February, so this is a good time to place your order for a whole, half, or quarter steer. Check out our website http://www. mountvernonfarm.net or email us at mtvfarm@verizon.net. Cliff Miller . Lillian Aylor Steve Beatty Mount Vernon Farm 206 Mt. Vernon Lane Sperryville, VA 22740 Police Briefs Single vehicle accidents Nicole Brown, 20, from Washington Va, ran her vehicle off the right side of the road on January 26. The accident occurred near the intersection of Highway 211 and Road 729. Her vehicle struck' an embankment and flipped over. Virginia State Police Trooper Kerianne Corbett worked the scene and charged Brown with reckless driving. She was transported to Fauquier Hospital for injuries. Camden Littleton, 37, of Sperryville, Va. drove her 1998 Volvo sedan off of the road and struck a tree near Rudasill Mill Road. Virginia State Police Trooper Kerianne Corbett handled the accident occurring on January Zd, charging Littleton with driving under the influence. Phone harassment Rappahannock County Sheriff’s Office deputies picked up Tracy M. Cooke, 32, of Amissville, Va. after Culpeper County issued a warrant for her arrest. She is charged with allegedly making harassing phone calls. School News from Around the County Chappell’s Corner LFCC Dual-Enrollment College credits earned by RCHS Students increase by nearly 100% According to a report from Lord Fairfax Community College (LFCC) for the 2006 Fall Semester, 53 RCHS students earned a total of 240 college credits. This is up from 37 students earning 121 college credits during fall 2005. Note: LFCC is hosting “Super Saturday” on Feb. 10 from 1Q:00 - 2:00 at the Middletown Campus. Sponsored by the Virginia Association of Student Financial Aide Administrators, this event is for all individuals interested in pursuing a college education. High school students are encouraged to bring their parents. Rappahannock Band Members selected for Honor Band Megan Wheatley - 18th chair in the Golden Band (first ever RCHS 10th grader to place in the highest band) Matt Swain - 3rd chair in the Maroon Band Kim Hutcheson - 2nd chair in the Orange Band Katie Hale - 12th chair in the Silver Band Lilly Nealon - 6th chair in the Silver Band KT Milam - 6th chair in the Bronze Band New Plan for Parent - Teacher conferences On February 1, Parent-Teacher Conferences are scheduled ONLY at RCES from 2:00 - 5:00 and 6:00 - 8:00. RCHS parent conferences are scheduled for March 1. The reason behind the change: RCHS students start new classes on Jan. 24 in the 4X4 schedule in which students take up to four classes each semester. RCHS Teachers will have a better understanding of student progress by March 1. Thursday, Feb. 1, will be a holiday for all RCPS students. Scholastic Bowl Team wins The RCHS Scholastic team won all three matches last week at Strasburg defeating Clarke County, Manassas Park and Strasburg High Schools. The team’s regular season record is 9 and 3 with the only losses being to George Mason. The Panthers will be seeded second at the District Tbumament at Clarke County High School on Sat., Feb. 3 at 10 AM. Congratulations to RCES and RCHS Students Selected for Virginia Tech. Governor’s School holds Open House - accepts applications The Mountain Vista Governor’s School is pleased to invite prospective students and parents to an Open House from 7:00 to 8:00 on February 7, 2007 at the Warrenton Campus in the Bam. Faculty and staff will be present to discuss the MVGS program and answer questions. Current MVGS students will be available to describe their experience in the MVGS program. Applications for Mountain Vista Governor’s School will be accepted in February for the fall of 2007 from outstanding rising 11th and 12th graders from the counties of Clarke, Culpeper, Fauquier, Frederick, Rappahannock, Warren and the City of Winchester. Please contact your gifted and talented coordinator, high school guidance office, or Mountain Vista’s web site (mvgs.kl2.va.us) for more information. RCPS and the Arts The Rappahannock County School Board and administration value arts programs in the schools. Currently, the RCPS employs three music teachers, two art teachers, and a part-time drama teacher. There are multiple concerts each year to give students opportunities to perform music for their peers, parents and the community. See SCHOOLS, Page A4 Dano DeLucca’s From Page A1 in Washington at nearby Gay Street. “I have no plans to change that,” said Manzo, “it just means I won’t be there as often.” At this point, look for Dano DeLucca’s to be open by April 1 with the ice cream shop following closely after that. The hours of operation for the take out deli will be 8:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. and for the ice cream 2 p.. to 8 p.m. weather permitting. The word is spreading quickly about a new food place in the Town of Washington which is being received with enthusiasm from local business establishments. “We fully support all of your efforts in bringing another much needed food/coffee/meeting place to the center of town. What a great contribution... count on us to be daily visitors to your new eating establishment! Congratulations and good luck with everything,” voiced Joanie and Robert Ballard whose art shop and gallery is right across the street. “I’m hoping for a new beginning and a wonderful start with this,” added Manzo who is counting on the support of friends and residents who have strongly encouraged him to take on this new venture. He’s also looking for suggestions and comments for types of salads, sandwiches and other things that you would like to see. Feel free to email him at or phone him at 675-2555. Email the reporter at asherman@timespapers.com Meetings From Page A1 -General Assembly Update +Farm Wineries Legislation* +sludge legislation -Local Consumer Utility Tax changeover to Consumer Sales and Use Tax +Churches must identify tax exempt telephone numbers New Business -Cost of Competing School Funding resolution* Appointments -Recreational Facilities Authority Board; Rosa Crocker’s registration* Information -January Building Permit Report* -2006 Annual Planning Commission report* Closed Session 7 p.m. Session -SE#06-11-01 Finley Productions Festival -SE#06-12-01 Mt. Laurel Montessori School -Repeal of §151-7, Telecommunications Tax* • Notice of Vacancy on The Town of Washington Town Council The Town of Washington, Virginia is seeking letters of interest from residents who wish to be considered for appointment to the Town Council. A Council member will be appointed on February 14, 2007. Letters of interest will be accepted at Town Hall, 485 Gay St., Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., or faxed to 540-675-1742, or mailed to P.O. Box 7, Washington, VA, 22747. All letters of interest must be received by close of business on Feb. 9, 2007. Your heart is in your hands. Family. Career. Volunteer. Being a woman takes a lot of hearLMake sure your heart is up to it. Heart disease is the #1 cause of death in the United States among men and women. Nearly one in three women dies of heart disease or stroke. But the good news is that there is a lot you can do to keep your heart healthy. Join us at our next seminar, where you can learn how to prevent a heart attack and improve the function of your heart. 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Terremark Worldwide will bring new jobs to Culpeper By Hilary Lewis Rappahannock News Staff Writer At a reception held at the Germ anna Center for Advanced Technology on Thursday, Jan. 17, Governor Tim Kaine announced the arrival of the company Tferremark Worldwide, Inc. to Culpeper, bringing 250 new jobs to the area. The event was attended by an array of prominent figures within the Culpeper community, all coming out to welcome this technology mogul to the area. The Governor was welcomed by County Administrator, Frank Bossio and accompanied by the CEO of Terremark, Manuel D. Medina. "Ibday is a significant day in our history,” said Bossio. “As it marches on to a new economic future for Culpeper.” Gov. Kaine presented a Virginia flag to Medina to welcome Terremark to Culpeper and continue the partnership that they have founded with Virginia since opening a location in Herndon over a year ago. “The partnership is ongoing and the friendship is as well, so we welcome you back to Virginia and we are so excited to have you,” said Gov. Kaine. Terremark, which was founded in 1980, is a leading operator of integrated Internet exchanges and a global provider of managed Information Technology (IT) infrastructure solutions for government and private sectors. In a video presented by Medina during Thursday’s reception, Terremark is “the future of connectivity, security, convergence, and next generation network services.” They have built the “ultimate virtual marketplace for information and data exchange” and claim to provide services that make communication “better, faster, and more efficient than ever before.” The company, headquar Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Raymond Thompson DELIGHTED: County Administrator Frank Bosio, Board of Supervisors Chairman John Coates and Gov. Kaine applaud the debut. tered in Miami, has several locations across the world in the U.S., Europe, and Latin America. The 30-acre property in Culpeper will cost over $270 million to develop over the next five to seven years. The property sits adjacent to the Germanna Community College Campus and will occupy the land which formerly held Old House Winery and Vineyards. The property currently falls into Culpeper’s technology zone which was created by the county and incorporated into the comprehensive plan. “This facility will help promote our technology zone and make it a reality,” said Board of Supervisor’s Chairman, John Coates. The master plan for the site calls for five data center pods that will each house commercial or government sector technology customers. The pods will be 50,000 sq-ft each and will be highly seemed and designed to the strictest security standards. The center will be the largest built in Virginia since the 1990’s, according to the Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP). Terremark chose Culpeper after weighing options in several other states and debating on and surveying different sites. . “The tipping point for us choosing Culpeper really had to be you,” said CEO of Tferremark, Manuel D. Medina, referring to the Board of Supervisors and all the other people within the county that secured their move to Culpeper. “The forward-thinking nature of your economic development plan and your businessfriendly attitude was a key feature for Terremark in where to locate,” said Gov. Kaine. The VEDP also worked with the county to secure the project for Virginia. In addition, Governor Kaine approved a $1 million grant from the Governor’s Opportunity Fund and presented a check to Board of Supervisors Chairman John Coates at the reception last Thursday. According to statistics pre Pine wood derby held in Washington By Jan Clatterbuck Rappahannock News Staff Writer Wow, they’re off! Cars of many different shapes and colors sped downward on the track slope at the 2007 Cub Scout Pine wood Derby at the Washington Fire Hall on January 27. The scouts raced against the other members of their dens with the fastest car from each den advancing to the Pack Championship race. Many heats were very close. A total of five dens competed for top honors in multiple elimination pine wood races. Each entry was weighed and measured to make sure they conformed to the required specifications before starting. The scouts used kits to build their cars. Each kit consisted of a piece of wood, four nails and four wheels. The rest is left to the imaginations of the kids and sponsors. The cars were cut from the unfinished blocks of pine using a powered or hand scroll saw, usually by the scout’s fathers or sponsors. After the shape of the vehicle has been cut, the cars are sanded, painted and given final touches. Each scout expressed himself differently, A lot of thought, time and effort was Rappahannock News Staff photo /Jan Clatterbuck bVERALL WINNERS: Taking home honors were (pictured left to right) Nicholas Hitt, Tristan Palme, Owen Smith, and Ben Estes. Who knows? One of these young men might be a future NASCAR driver. put into this year’s derby racers. Parents, grandparents, brothers and sisters helped to cheer the winners over the finish line. The top placing car in each den took part in a final series of races. Cheers and applause greeted the announced of the final placing . First place in the Pack Championship Race went to Ken Estes, second, Owen Smith, third, Tristan Palme and fourth, Nicholas Hitt. Each was awarded a trophy by Dan Bailey, Club Master. The four winners are eligible to race in the Shenrapawa District Pinewood Derby in March. Every competitor came out with a ribbon. The enthusiasm and good sportsmanship displayed by the scouts and their families made the 2007 Pinewood Derby a resounding success. Congratulations to all the scouts who participated, every car was truly a winner! Email the reporter at jclatterbuck@timespapers. com f?TfaffjpflnggtfEg)ftrqpftgafirkgTT? (ome in to register to win these great prizes starting Monday, February 5th. V $2,500 vacation package from Passages Travel & Cruises fe $500 Jewelry Gift certificate from Jean's Jewelers V Dinner for two at The Inn at Little Washington 9 Win one of 10 certificates for a dozen arranged roses from Front Royal’s Fussell Florist V Pins special product promotions on CDs and Interest Checking » Plus free food and beverages catered by Apple House Open House Saturday, February 10,2007 8:00am-Noon EEO Rappahannock National Bank Tune into Oldies Radio 95.3FM from 10:00am - Norm to sec if you have won. Royal Plaza Shopping Center • 473 South Street • Front Royal, VA • Phone: (540) 636-2500 No ftuduue reifuired. Van do mot meed to he f'rrient to trim, hut it would hem lot mote fum! & sented by Terremark, the 250 new jobs the company will provide in Culpeper will produce an annual payroll of $22.5 million. Salaries will range from $50,000 to $180,000, with a median salaiy of $90,000. All of the jobs will be highly specialized in the field of technology. Terremark’s presence in Culpeper is also anticipated to create other technology companies to join in the newly forming Route 29 technology corridor. . “I am just overwhelmed,” said Coates after the Gov. Kaine’s announcement. “The fact that the Governor saw fit to give us $1 million and the fact that the town’s working with us, jobs, then he closed by saying this is just going to be a win-win 450 jobs, so this is really great situation. You know he said 250 for Culpeper.” FROM THE FAMILY OF MARTHA J. WEAK LEY WHO PASSED FROM THIS LIFE NOVEMBER 7, 2006 We would like to express our sincere gratitude for the many acts of kindness during her illness and afterwards. Thank you to Reverend John Burke for his many visits and the beautiful service. Many thanks to all who sent flowers, cards and food and also the donations made to the volunteer rescue squads ana fire departments. May Qod bless each and every one of you. ^■mpifPUBLIC HEARING OMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRAN Rappahannock County, the Scrabble School Preservation Foundation, and the Aging Together Partnership will hold a public hearing on Sunday, February 11,2007, at 2:00 p.m. at the Rappahannock County Senior Center, 603 Mt. Salem Ave in Washington, VA. The purpose of the hearing is to solicit public input on local community development and lousing needs in relation to Community Development Block Grant funding for a project n our community, the Scrabble School Heritage and Senior Center. Information on the project, the amount of funding available, the requirements on benefit to low- and moderate-income people, and eligible activities will be available. All interested community members are urged to attend. For additional information, please contact John McCarthy, County Administrator, at 540-675-5330. 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Editorial & Opinion -ftappaftannocfe lottos—Established 1877 An Independent Newspaper Published Every Thursday ARTHUR W. ARUNDEL, PUBLISHER Anita L. Sherman, Editor Peter W. Arundel, President John T. Toler, Executive Vice President Jan Clatterbuck, Office Manager To Subscribe Phone (540) 675-3338 BY MAIL: $21 a year in Rappahannock County $27 a year elsewhere in the United States Back Copies: Recent 2 months, 50 cents Older copies to 1960, $5 (as available) Office: 249 Main Street, Washington, Va. Mailing address: P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747-0059 Telephone (540) 675-3338 Fax: (540) 675-3088 e-mail: asherman@timespapers.com Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday Member, Audit Bureau of Circulations www.TimesCommunity.com THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2007 Our View Washington in review Dan Manzo is opening a new deli/take-out/coffee shop in the kitchen at The Clopton House. Folks in the town and county are thrilled as the news makes its way around. Dano DeLucca’s is scheduled for a spring opening and Dan plans on having ice cream as well. The courtyard will be set up with tables and chairs and Manzo hopes to restore a real “town community feeling.” The Town of Washington is the center of the county as far as government offices are concerned. It houses lots of real estate offices and art galleries, a five-star restaurant and the very comfortable Country Cafe as well as several upscale bed and breakfast facilities. It’s short on retail shops and sidewalks and places to park, but it packs a lot of history on its ancient shoulders and the town officials are careful when planning growth, so that its intrinsic character will not be lost. The addition of Dano DeLucca’s is just what the town needs, particularly since Sunnyside Market closed its doors several months ago. Now, as residents and visitors tour the town, they’ll have another choice when it comes to a cup of coffee and a sweet thing or a sandwich and soup combination. That’s a good thing. Artist Peter Garon left for warmer climates and a change when he closed his doors at the end of last year and moved himself and gallery to Florida. Garon left behind not only the memories of his beautiful art, but his sun-filled studio and gallery. But not for long. Flint Hill artist Cory Caulfield has long admired this space and now it’s hers. Caulfield, like Garon, will take advantage of that wonderful light as she creates her own studio space. And, as for the gallery, there are already paintings by local artists hanging there. Caulfield is planning a major opening in the spring, but she’s there off and on getting settles and her artwork, as well as that of others, is already brightening the walls. That is a good thing. Sunnyside Market, while not offering muffins, the New York Times and colorful bouquets of flowers, will house offices for Joseph Meuse. They should be ready very soon and you can stop by and say hello. The Hair Gallery on Main Street had a visitor on Wednesday, Bobby Briggs, a hair stylist fro Alexandria, just happens to have clients that live out here and so he will be making regular visits. That is a good thing. Dano DeLucca’s, Cory Caulfield’s Gallery, Joe Meuse’s new digs and now a visiting hair stylist. The Town of Washington ,with its history, its quaint streets and its precious people also need battery charger and energizers. New places and people will do that. That is a good thing. Letters to the Editor We welcome your opinions and comments. Letters must be exclusive to the Rappahannock News, must be signed and include the writer’s telephone number and home address which can be verified (not for publication). Due to space limitations, published letters are subject to abridgment for length, accuracy and clarity. For the best chance of publication, letters should be 250 words or less. Longer letters from those with special experience on a current issue may be published as a guest column (with your photo). While unable to acknowledge letters, we appreciate your views towards the newspaper’s editorial values. Letters should be addressed to Letters to the Editor, Rappahannock News, P.O. Box 59, Washington, Va. 22747 and submitted via U.S. Mail, Fax (675-3088) or by e-mail (ashennan@timespapers.com). Htic ( *fata • * L jurt-flfoK me/toE Mk ot&orvi£ omm. - m‘ J Letters Save Virginia Wineries Rappahannock citizens, help us save Virginia wineries. We need wine grape agriculture here to maintain open space and keep farming a viable part of the economy. Don’t let vineyards die and whither like so many apple orchards of years past. Last Thursday I went to Richmond with 30 winery owners and the Virginia Wineries Association (VWA) to lobby the legislature over the issue of distribution of wines. Small Virginia wineries need the abil ity to distribute their agricultural product to retailers and restaurants if they are to stay in business. Some wineries have 30 percent unsold inventory because, in a fluke, an appeals court struck down their ability to sell their wares as they had been doing for 25 years. Contraiy to perception all wines do not age—they simply go bad and will need to be poured out. Last week this newspaper quoted Ann Heidig, the president of the VWA, sounding optimistic. This of course what a leader must do. But the truth is we are losing on this issue because the powerful wholesale liquor lobby fears that any slight change in the law will allow Walmart and Anheuser Bush to cut into their business. Contrast the situation in Virginia with Maryland where the tiny winery industry there was able to craft a solution amendable to both. Compromise is what we seek because we will lose every time if we adopt the approach of con frontation with the beer and wine wholesalers and their fund raising ability and political clout. I urge you to contact Delegate Gilbert at (540) 4597550 and Senator Obenshain (540) 437-1451 and urge them to support HB2450 and SB1062. You can also write a letter or email from http^/legis. state.va.us/. Go to http7/virginiawines.org for more information. Walker Elliott Rowe . Rosewood Hill Vineyard Castleton Feeling ducky Several weeks ago, Wakefield Country Day School asked local landowners to consider volunteering the use of their land by our Advanced Placement Environmental Science class for a project involving wood duck habitats. On behalf of WCDS, I wanted to thank the many neighbors who responded favorably to our appeal. We were seeking potential locations for duck nesting boxes that would then be monitored and maintained throughout the year, and our Environmental Study students are gratified by the number of property owners who were willing to allow their property to be used for this project. In fact, due to the overwhelming response and our limited supplies, we were unable to utilize all the sites offered. Our plan is to increase the number next year. Specifically, we would like to thank Ibm Bishop, Alaina and Marc Cugnon, Dennis Fairbrother, Phil Irwin, Parker Jones, John and Pam Kiser, Carol Pilkington, Stephanie Ridder, and Linda Witt for offering * the use of their properties. We also deeply appreciate the’ support of Rich Barcley of 84 Lumber in Front Royal, who contributed 4x4 posts, Airway in Sterling for provid ing predator guards at a reduced cost, and Lancaster Enterprises in Luray for donating the use of a gas auger for hole drilling. Our students have designed and constructed the boxes and are scheduled to place them soon. We will keep the community posted as this environmental project develops in the months ahead. Kathleen F. Grove Head of School Enjoyed the tour On Wednesday, December 14, the 4-H Cooking and Crafts Club visited the Inn at Little Washington. We saw the chefs cooking in the big beautiful kitchen. We all loved the Christmas decorations and the chocolate chip cookies. Peyton Bailey, Zach Huff, Klaire Gubler, Stacey and Lisa Liedenheimer want to thank the Inn for allowing us to take the tour. , Klaire Gubler 4-H Club Reporter Family thankful The family of Lily Clanagan would like to thank the people of Rappahannock County for their support during our time of bereavement. Whether it was a phone call, a visit, prayers, food, or financial contributions. It was greatly appreciated. We say “thank you” and May God Bless You! Earl Clanagan Robert Glasker Washington In appreciation The children of Ethel Nicholson wish to thank all of our family and friends for their kindness during our recent loss of our mother. Doris Vest Huntly Schools From Page A2 The drama class produces plays at least once a year. The drama department recently produced a very successful One Act Play Festival that was very well attended by the community and drew rave reviews. RCPS art teachers post student work at the School Board office. We are exploring other venues in the community to display art work. We are veiy proud of our programs and feel that our students benefit greatly from these opportunities to develop their artistic skills. The Curriculum Enrichment Program (CEP), funded primarily by donations, provides program enhancements for students to explore the Arts. Recent CEP-supported arts activities include: RCES Tfeacher Layne Vickers took her students to Chateauville Foundation's beautiful Castleton Theater to see the Cashore Marionettes. RCHS - rEnglish teacher Melissa Delcour will take her Cambridge students to see the Moscow Ballet perform Don Quixote at George Mason University. CEP is underwriting half of the cost of Theatre IV plays at RCES this year. CEP supports other RCES arts projects, including Paul Reisler's Kid Pan Alley song-writing project. CEP also plans to support an upcoming RCHS mural project. RCPS administrators and teachers appreciate the support of the Curriculum Enrichment Program (CEP) for enhancements to many of our programs, thus reducing the burden on taxpayers. CEP also supports other curriculum areas. Community members may make donations to the Curriculum Enrichment Program (CEP) by making checks payable to: RCES-CEP, do RCES, @ 34 Schoolhouse Rd Washington, VA 22747 CASE to start in February The next session of the Community After School Enrichment Program (C AS.E.) begins February 15. Classes will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays after school until 5 p.m. Each class runs fen* six weeks. Classes cost $40 per child. Some classes have an additional fee to cover the cost of materials. Classes being offered during this session include: International Adventures, Computer Games, Fun and Games, Cooking, Lots of Sports, Calendar Making, Movement and Dance, Scrapbooking, and The Growing Connection. All classes are taught by RCPS employees. An after school snack will be provided. For more information on this program contact Dannette Williams, Program Coordinator at 967-8259 or dannettewilliams@rappahannock.kl2.va.us. State School Bill HB 1702: A member of the House Appropriations Committee staff told the committee that the fiscal impact of this bill statewide would be at least $30,000,000. The committee tabled this bill whitfh means that it can be considered at a later date, probably next year. Del. Scott Ligamfelter, the sponsor of the bill, represents Fauquier County and said that he would be interested in convening a meeting of rural counties who have the Landuse program in place to promote open' spaces to gauge their support for his legislation. Del. Ligamfelter told the committee that if the State is going to require localities to participate in the Land-use program, the localities' school funding should not suffer. He further told the committee that it is time for the State to make a policy change to include lanc^-use in the school funding formula. Note on HB 135 18h: The House committee did not take action to kill the amendment to add Rappahannock County to the localities receiving the "Cost of Competing Adjustment" COCA. Also, there are efforts to get Winchester and Frederick County included in COCA. The bill should make it to the full Appropriations Committee and hopefully £ain passage.

Headwaters Fostering educational excellence in Rappahannock (Bounty By Amy Silver-O’Leaky Special to the Rappahannock News . Last week, the Rappahannock News recounted how RCPS Superintendent Bob Chappell traveled to Richmond to explain to the General Assembly’s Committee on Elementary and Secondary Education why Rappahannock County should be getting a larger share of state education dollars. For almost ten years, Headwaters, the Rappahannock County Public Education Foundation, has helped to address the gap between the needs of our public schools and the available dollars. Headwaters provides independent support for our public schools by increasing community involvement in education and attracting new resources, both financial and human. Our volunteers, board members, and staff work closely with families, faculty, and other organizations to develop creative ways to improve education and provide kids with what they need—to learn, to succeed, and to successfully negotiate the path to higher education. This column focuses on some of our major initiatives to keep you informed, engaged, and, we hope, inspired. Starfish Last year saw an increased emphasis on the arts for the Starfish Mentoring Program, as mentees between the ages of 6 and 18 learned photography from Paula Endo, created journals based on Julie Portman’s Life Stories Workshops, and performed in the Ki Theatre Christmas Pageant. This year, the focus on the arts continues, with an offer from Charlene Duiguid to provide mentees with acting lessons. In April, a veiy special trip to Castleton’s Chateauville Theatre is planned, where mentees will be the guest audience for an extraordinary event—a dress rehearsal of New York Philharmonic Director Lorin Maazel’s new opera. Afterwards, mentees will attend a reception where they will meet the members of the Young Peqple’s Orchestra. For the second year in a row, the Rappahannock News and our other business and community partners demonstrated their support for the Starfish Mentoring Program and National Mentoring Month by featuring a story about the program, photos df mentoring pairs, and the “Starfish Stamp of Support” (see the Rappahannock News, January 4, 2007). Starfish business and community partners include Armfield Miller & Ripley, Blalock Cycle, Country Places Realty, Frank Hardy Realty Inc., Piedmont Property, Rappahannock National Bank, The Rappahannock News, Rappahannock Real Estate Resources, Real Estate IH, Sam Snead Realty, Strange & Co. Realtors, Thomas & Talbot Real Estate, and The Verizon Foundation. We are grateful to these companies for helping to make a read difference for the young people of Rappahannock County. F arm-to-Table The Farm-to-Table Program provided hands-on experience in agriculture and agribusiness to over 300 students last semester. Program Coordinator Trista Scheuerlein teaches students how local agriculture can strengthen rural economies, increase food security, reduce energy costs and water use, and enhance nutrition. Students serve the community by growing fresh produce, which they then donate to the school cafeterias and the Rappahannock Senior Center. All these activities help to reinforce the ethic of preservation among county youth. The Cole Family Foundation, one of the original founders,of the program, is no longer providing funding. Fortunately, Farm-to-Table now etyoys significant local support from the Rappahannock Farm Bureau (at the high school), the Young Farmland Fund (at the elementary school), and individuals in the community. We will seek new sources of support to make sure that this important program is sustained. Next Step: the Rappahannock County College and Career Access Program Most applications to fouryear colleges have been submitted by now. In January, Miranda Hope and Lauren Ross at the Next Step office met individually with over 50 seniors who haven’t yet cemented their post-graduation plans to ask, “What additional help do you need to “Dim your dream into a plan?” Thirty students were assisted in submitting applications to Lord Fairfax Community College. “Many kids really don’t start thinking about the fall until the summer,” explained Ms. Hope. “We encouraged this group to apply early so that we could make sure they get to their placement tests before school is out.” The percentage of RCHS students taking Die SAT test has risen significantly since the Next Step program was inaugurated in 2005. This year, it looks as though that number will rise again. Students are already signing up for the May 5 SAT to be held at the high school. One reason the number of students taking the SAT test is increasing is that as a result of Ms. Hope’s persistence (some say stubbornness) with the College Board, the test is now being held at Rappahannock County 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 January 18, 2007 to January 25, 2007. 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 Patrick J. O’Connell and others to Inn at LW Real Estate Holdings L.L.C, 23 parcels, Tax Map: 20A-1-17A Inn at LW Real Estate Holdings L.L.C to Inn at LW LLC, 23 parcels, Tax Map 20A-1-17A. Wakefield District Mill Creek Homes LLC to Frances L. Warring and others, 1/3 interest in 1.85 acres, $140,000.00, Tax Map 13-26. Aubrey L. Lillard to Jane Margaret Dow, 2.6093 acres, $250,000, Tax Map: 12-54 www.percrsenjewelers.com High School for the first time in its history. Finally, Ms. Hope and Ms. Ross, working in partnership with the Guidance office, are busy distributing scholarship information to seniors and their families. Parents or students who want to be added to the scholarship email list, please email nextstep@headwatersfdn.org. Watch this space over the next few months for news about several substantial new scholarship funds for RCHS students! More information about existing local scholarships and other aspects of college is available at www.rappahannockdreams.com. For more information about these and other Headwaters programs, please call Executive Director Cole Johnson at 6751819 or email Director@headwatersfdn.org—or visit us on the web at www.headwatersfdn.org. Financial Problems? 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Pullens pull out By Charlie Spiering Rappahannock News Staff Writer Head Varsity Football Coach Kemp Pullen resigned from his coaching position, citing frustrations with the path that the football program is taking. “I’m just looking at the facts and the odds are stacked against us,” he said flatly adding, “Joe Gibbs couldn’t even do it.” Pullen wanted the Rappahannock County High School Athletic Department to pull the football team out of the Bull Run District and play independent schools, after what he had seen on the field during the last season. Pullen said that the current scoring average of the team is 43-5. “Each year our team gets smaller and the opposing team gets bigger, Pullen said. “We can’t compete with these kinds of teams any more.” Rappahannock High School Athletic Director J.D. Almond said that the Athletic Department is looking for a new coach who will be willing to tackle the difficult position that the football team is in. “Kemp feels that he can’t be competitive enough right now with the way things are,” said Almond. “I praise him for starting us off right and doing a great job.” Pullen said that the football programs days are numbered if the school continues to play in the district. “I don’t know how the program will survive, when only 21-24 players show up next year,” he stated. “It’s a shame that it took 42 years to get a football program and it will only take about seven years to get rid of it.” Bonnie Pullen resigns Kemp’s wife, Bonnie Rappahannock News Staff Photo/ Charlie Spiering CALLING IT QUITS: Varsity football coach Kemp Pullen has resigned. Pullen, has also resigned as Head Cheerleading Coach. “When you are married you either both do it or you both don’t do it,” she said simply. “Otherwise you wouldn’t have time to see each other." Bonnie Pullen also said that her other job has become more demanding and she is going back to col- - lege to finish her degree. In 2005, under Pullen’s direction, the cheer leading team placed second in the state competition and the team advanced to regionals this year. Now she is at a point where the kids that she started with in the beginning are graduating. “Now is a good time to make a switch,” she said, “new blood is always good for the program.” She said that she thoroughly enjoyed coaching and will look back with fond memories of her team. “I wouldn’t trade those years for anything,” she said. “It was a lot of hard work and we had some good times.” CHAMPS: The Fauquier Knights, a 10-and-under girls AAU basketball team that draws players from Culpeper, Fauquier and Rappahannock counties, celebrate their ERSC Winter Warmup Tournament championship. Rappahannock girls help AAU team to tourney victory The Fauquier Knights girls 10-and-under basketball team won the ERSC Winter Warmup Tournament last weekend in Harrisonburg. The girls defeated teams representing Rockingham and Page counties, winning two of their three tournament games, including the Sunday championship game against the East Rockingham Blazers. The Fauquier Knights are an Amateur Athletic Union team comprised of girls from Culpeper, Fauquier and Rappahannock counties. Repre senting Rappahannock on the team are Mary Galvin and Sophia Guyant. AAU basketball draws the most talented girls at each age level. The Knights still have a few positions available for motivated girls looking to compete at a higher level. The schedule includes various local tournaments leading up to the AAU regional championships in March. Anyone interested in a tryout should contact Coach Frank Strano at migstr@verizon.net Team Cobra places second while Rappahannock wrestlers push on By Charlie Spiering Rappahannock News Staff Reporter Team Cobra, a middle school club team that is made up of kids from Culpeper, Fauquier, and Rappahannock, has the wrestling staff at Rappahannock looking forward to big things in the wrestling room. Rappahannock Varsity wrestling coach Eric Brown and Junior Varsity wrestling coach Eddie Jenkins are the directors of the club. Tfeam Cobra finished second last weekend at the Virginia Middle School State Duels. Rappahannock assistant wrestling coach, Hodge Miller says that the Rappahannock kids that have started this year are showing great results so far, noting their toughness and competitive spirit. 'There are a lot of kids on that team that have the wrestling coaches excited," Miller said, 'That's what's going to give us the team of the fiiture." The Rappahannock varsity wrestling team had limited success last Thursday, during their Kritter earns all-state recognition By Christine Kraff Special to the Rappahannock News Being an all-state selection can be a bit overwhelming. Just ask Rappahannock County High School junior Elena Kritter. “I started crying,” said Kritter, who just learned that she received a first-team spot on the Group A state volleyball team as selected by the Virginia High School Coaches Association. “I was really happy. I didn’t think that it would happen.” This is the first time in recent memory, Rappahannock County athletic J. D. Almond said, that the Lady Panthers have placed a player on the state volleyball team. Kritter served as an offensive force for the Lady Panthers with a team-leading 347 kills. Rappahannock County captured the Bull Run District and Region B championships this past fall, before losing to Gate City in the state semifinal tournament. Her most memorable match came against Strasburg. She ' had 24 kills in five games. “Tve never hit (the ball) so hard in my life,” she added. t This was the first year that Kritter could play for the Lady Panthers. A resident of Culpeper County, she transferred to Rappahannock County to take advantage of the Cambridge academic program Elena Kritter last year. Under the Virginia High School League, the organization that governs state athletics, a transfer student must sit out a year before he or she can participate if he or she lives outside of the district or county. To remain in shape for high school volleyball and continue to refine her skills, Kritter played for various club programs. She is currently a member of the Clash volleyball club in Manassas. That team travels to tournaments throughout the East Coast on weekends. “This has been the hardest with the season, the traveling, all of it combined,” Kritter said. She also participated in the US volleyball tiyouts and made the “camp” level team. She spent five playing last summer in Miami. Rappahannock County should be among the top volleyball programs in the state for the 2007-08 season, as five of the six starters are slated to return. Kritter hopes to better the team’s 23-4 record. “A state championship,” she said. “We can definitely do it.” first and only home game of (he season. The team lost to George mason 40-23. Part of the reason is that Rappahannock doesn't have a full wrestling team, and varsity wrestlers Connor Miller and Davy Ibrrance did not end up with an opponent in their weight class. Daniel Clement wrestled at 135, losing his match 8-5. Ame-Utne lost 5-3 with an escape and a take down. Over the weekend, the team sought out tournament matches wrestling Hylton High School, Culpeper High School, and Orange County. Although the team lost 48-18 at Hylton, individual wrestlers posted winning results. 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Gid Brown Hollow doctor brings varicose treatment to region By Kevin Allen Rappahannock News Staff Writer Driven by a desire to help people and educate those suffering from common vein diseases, a Rappahannock County doctor is making a state-of-the-art varicose vein treatment available in Culpeper. In March, Dr. Eric Larssen opened a vein practice to perform minimally invasive, outpatient treatment for varicose veins. Approximately one in five adults have some form of vein disease, the Gid Brown Hollow resident said. One of the most common forms of vein disease, varicose veins are caused by faulty valves that allow blood to flow away from rather than toward the heart. This condition causes bulging and pooling of blood in the veins and, if left untreated, can cause pain, swelling and ulcerations in the leg. Larssen has used his experience training under former American College of Phlebology president Dr. Craig Feied to start his own practice on East Davis Street. The practice offers a procedure called endovenous laser therapy, which uses ultrasound and laser technology to treat varicose veins. Varicose veins occur in surface veins, which act as reservoirs for times when more blood is needed, such as during exercise. But people can live without surface veins - and are better off without them if they are varicose and causing pain. Larssen says his goad is to educate people who suffer from varicose veins that there is am easy, safe and nearly painless procedure to treat them. “Vein disease is a real problem, and we know we can fix it,” he said. “As prevalent a disease as it is, I want people to know [EVLT] is available.” The procedure No surgery is required for EVLT and the entire procedure can be performed in less than an hour, Lars sen said. Local anesthesia is used during EVLT, so the patient can remain awake during the procedure. During the process, lasers are used to deliver energy inside of the targeted varicose vein, causing it to close and be absorbed by the body. The blood in the diseased vein is then recirculated to healthy veins in the leg. Larssen said the treatment is 90 to 95 percent effective. In rare cases where a therapy fails, a second procedure usually cures the problem, he said. Mild pain and minor bruising are the most common side effects of EVLT, the doctor said, but they are often resolved within a few weeks after the procedure. Larssen said the treatment is covered by health insurance plans, and he has never been denied by an insurance company when the treatment is used for patients suffering from pain or potential health problems associated with varicose veins. Going with the vein After graduating from medical school at Virginia Commonwealth University, Larssen decided to pursue emergency medicine. He wanted to help See VEINS, Page A8 LOCAL DIFFERENCE: At his office on East Davis Street in Culpeper, Dr. Eric Larssen, of Gid Brown Hollow, offers state-ofthe-art treatment for those who suffer from varicose veins. ■ JL . fS* ' mgfflmti—-; •■ - ■ Still putting them up By Christine Krapf Special to the Rappahannock News A win or two before the season ends. That is the goal that Rappahannock County High School girls varsity basketball coach Rhonda Jenkins has. “When your numbers are low,” Jenkins pointed out, “it is a real setback. But we still can get a few more wins before this season ends. We’re doing our best to stay motivated.” Strasburg handed Rappahannock County its ninth straight loss, 72-24, Friday night in Group A Bull Run District play. Still, Jenkins found some positives. Senior guard Rebecca Tupper led all Lady Panthers with 10 points. Sophomore Sarah Smoot had a season-high nine points. Junior Kim Hutcheson chipped in nine rebounds. The Lady Panthers’biggest problem has been numbers. Against Strasburg, they pulled sophomore forward Kara Corbin from the junior varsity team, because junior forward Ashley Vest was sidelined with the flu. Corbin’s addition, but just for the one game, gave Rappahannock County seven players. Most of the Bull Run teams field 10 to 15 players. Jenkins pointed out that the low numbers, combined with all the of activities that which her players participate, can easily make them feel overwhelmed. Several players recently took SOL examinations or their SATs. “It seems like every week that they have more to do,” she added. Rappahannock hosts George Mason Friday and Wakefield County Day School Friday and Monday, respectively, before closing its regular season next Wednesday at Madison County. Panthers comeback falls short at Strasburg By Kevin Allen Rappahannock News Staff Writer A sluggish start Tuesday night at Strasburg proved too much to overcome for the Rappahannock County boys varsity basketball team. But the Panthers didn’t go down without a fight. Strasburg jumped out to a 22-7 lead by the end of the first quarter. Rappahannock countered by winning the second, third and fourth quarters by a 43-30 margin. But the strong finish wasn’t enough as the Panthers came up short 52-50 at the final buzzer. “Great comeback, but fell a little short,” said Rappahannock coach Bob Czekaj. Senior guard Irving Smith led Rappahannock with a teamhigh 23 points, while fellow senior guard Bobby Czekaj con tributed 12 points. The loss dropped the Panthers’ record to 3-16 overall and 2-6 in the Bull Run District. Rappahannock lost at defending Group A state champion and district-leading Clarke County 73-53 on Jan. 25. Senior forward Adam Gessner led the Panthers with 14 points. Czekaj and Smith chipped in 13 points and 12 points, respectively, in the loss. The week ahead Rappahannock will host district rival George Mason tonight at 7:30 at RCHS. The K^thers will try to avenge their 74-53 setback to the Mustangs that occurred on the road Jan. 12. On Monday, Rappahannock will face Wakefield Country Day School, of Huntly, at 6:30 p.m. at RCHS. Wrestlers From Page A6 his matches at 7-0, and Davy Tbrrance scored 10-4. In Culpeper,, the team scored 48-33. Arne Utne was able to beat a AAA wrestler, rising in the ranks with a score of 7-1, and Daniel Clement won a match with a pin in 36 seconds. In Orange County the team scored 54-12. Connor Miller won 7-2 against a wrestler who was fourth in the AA state ranking, and Arne Utne won his match with a score of 8-6. February 2-3 the wrestlers will go to the 2007 Free Lance Star Invitational. "It's a tournament style with an individual bracket,” said assistant coach Hodge Miller, "that's what we are really looking for." Email the reporter at cspiering@timespapers.com Life Stories I liked school, and I made decent grades. I had to drop out when my mother fell ill and passed on. I had to become the “mom” to my 3 younger siblings. I don’t regret having to care for them. Now that they’ve graduated and moved on in life, I’m ready to go back to school so my life can move on too. I’m definitely going back. CALL TODAY: 540-825-0476 Regional Adult Education for PD #9 Serving Culpeper, Madison, Orange and Rappahannock counties V ’Race toTSEB It’s not too late to get your GED! Start Your New Year Right Gilbert’s bills pass After emergency surgery January 12 to correct a ruptured spinal disk and intense rehabilitation at Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center, Delegate Todd Gilbert (R), Shenandoah, expects to return this week to the House of Delegates afternoon voting sessions. For the time being, his mornings will continue to be occupied with physical therapy in Richmond. Three of Gilbert’s bills passed on the floor of the House of Delegates. * HB 2348 would subject an accomplice in a capital murder to a death penalty trial. The bill would eliminate the “triggerman rule” in the Commonwealth criminal code, which limits a death penalty trial to the person actually performing the murder. * HB 2347 provides that the willful, deliberate and premeditated killing of any witness under subpoena in a criminal case when the killing is for the purpose of interfering with the person’s duties in such case is punishable as capital murder. * HB 2321 makes it a felony for a person to use a computer to order goods with another’s identity or other false payment scheme. “I am very relieved to be released by my physicians for the resumption of my duties on the House floor. Even though I will continue my rehabilitation efforts during weekday mornings, it will be very rewarding to be able to return to the floor to vote on legislation before the General Assembly. 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Flint Hill artist opens gallery in Washington By Kevin Allen Rappahannock News Staff Writer Cory Caulfield says she is realizing her dream. Until recently, the Flint Hill artist had planned to return to school with an eye on opening her own gallery sometime in the future. But that plan was expedited in November when she learned that Tbwn of Washington artist Peter Garon was vacating his gallery on Middle Street, thus opening up room for Caulfield to move to a site she says she has “always loved.” The Caulfield Gallery and Studio opened quietly on Jan. 19, and the proprietor says she is planning a grand opening for early spring. “It’s something that I’ve always wanted to do, and I’ve always loved this space,” she said. The gallery is nestled between the Middle Street Gallery and The Inn at Little Washington, and has a cathedral ceiling with large windows that look out to the building’s rear courtyard. Subject matter The gallery collection features Caulfield’s own work as well as that of other Rappahannock County artists and a few artists from other areas. Right now, paintings by Davette Leonard and Steven r Kenny are on display along with bronze sculptures by the late “Shoe” cartoonist Jeff MacNelly. She also carries the work of Maryland artist Jeremy Pearse. Caulfield said she hopes to maintain a mix of work by local and national artists. “I love Rappahannock, I grew up here, it’s beautiful,” she said. “I love it that we have a vibrant art community here.” Caulfield said she is focusing on realist art for the gallery, but has no set parameters for subject matter. Currently, stilllife pieces make up the majority of the selection. She said she plans to refresh the collection regularly and occasionally have shows. She also said she wants to display large-scale paintings, which are not often found in Rappahannock art galleries. Caulfield says her goal is to develop a gallery that is as artist-friendly as possible with NEW GALLERY: Flint Hill artist Cory Caulfield has opened a new gallery and studio on Middle Street in the Town of Washington. She displays her own work (shown) as well as that of other local and national artists. out being a cooperative. That means she will try to take less of a commission than other galleries. She said she also plans to host charity shows, and use the gallery as a place of fund raising and outreach, where the theme of the artwork corresponds to the cause. Close to home The bom-and-raised Flint Hill artist demonstrated her artistic talent at an early age, selling her first painting when she was 16 years old. She is mostly self-taught, although she has traveled throughout the United States, Scandinavia and other parts of Europe to study under other artists. Caulfield has devoted most of her career to watercolors, but also works with oils, pen and ink, graphite and pastels among other mediums. She says much of her inspiration and self-study has been focused on American watercolorists such as Winslow Homer and the life-like detail achieved by Dutch and Flemish painters of the 16th and 17th centuries. Caulfield says she also draws inspiration from the natural beauty of Rappahannock. Other than during the annual Artists of Rappahannock Studio and Gallery Tour, Caulfield has never displayed her work locally before. Her art [ 2006 Buick Lacrosse CX 14,253 mi, Silver 4 Dr Sedan Auto, Stock# 96849 Sale Priced at s18,90i 2006 Pontiac Montana SV6 Ext WB 16,051 mi, Tan, Suv, Auto,, Stock# 96760 .Sale Priced at s21,99i zoob Jeep Grand Cherokee LAREDO 15,991 mi. Blue, Suv4x4. 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She has also been selected to work on several public art projects, including the “Party Animals” that appeared in Washington, D.C., in the summer of 2002 and the “Beach Birds” that graced Ocean City, Md., in 2003. Caulfield’s art has garnered attention around the nation and the world, but she has chosen to remain in the county where she grew up. “There’s nowhere I’d rather live,” she said. “I feel very lucky to be here. ... I like the idea of having a business in my own community.” E-mail the reporter at kallen@timespapers. com Veins From Page A7 people, but he also wanted to maintain some independence over his schedule and build his own business. Vein disease runs in Larssen’s family and his mother and uncle had veins “stripped” in the 1960s, when that treatment was state of the art. Stripping a vein involved making several incision's in the leg and removing the varicose portion of the vein. The operation required the patient to be anesthetized and led to considerable pain and recovery time. “It was effective, but neither one of them had a very fun time of it,” Larssen said. When he learned about EVLT, he said he thought it was too good to be true. He also said the Culpeper region is an underserved area for those seeking EVLT. In addition to providing a meaningful service to an underserved population, Larssen said his private practice allows him to spend more time with his wife, Carrie, and their two sons, ages 6 and 9. His vein practice has also led into other services, such as treatments for spider veins and other cosmetic proce- \ dures. He also still works 20 to j 25 hours per week as the med- , ical director of Skyline | Emergency Physicians at | Culpeper Regional Hospital. * Larssen grew up in Fairfax ■ County and said he and his wife knew about Rappahannock from hiking trips in the Blue Ridge Mountains. He said they moved to Gid Brown Hollow in 2001 to give their boys “a great childhood with nature and a great community.” Larssen said the county has a unique combination of people from all walks of life. “When I was in the Navy, we went all over the world and there’s no better place than here,” he said. Risk and prevention Vein disease is partially hereditary, Larssen said, but other lifestyle factors can contribute to its onset. People who spend a lot of time standing on concrete or other hard surfaces - such as factory workers and surgeons - are particularly susceptible to developing varicose veins. Workers who do a lot of walking are less susceptible because the exercise keeps blood flowing in the leg. Obesity and pregnancy increases one’s risk of developing varicose veins. A lot of women develop varicose veins during pregnancy, Larssen said. Wearing compression stockings, which put pressure on the leg muscles to push blood back up the leg, can help prevent or lessen the effects of varicose veins. Larssen suggests that anyone concerned about varicose veins should talk to their primary care physician about being fitted for compression stockings. The garments cost between $15 and $25. He said a fitting should be done in the morning because the leg swells during the day. Sitting for long periods can also contribute to varicose veins and the doctor suggests wearing compression stockings during long plane rides and car trips. Dr. Eric Larssen’s practice is located at 302 E. Davis St. in Culpeper. To learn more about endovenous laser therapy, visit www.drlarssen.net or call his office at 540-825-5545. E-mail the reporter at kallen@timespapers. com

• Classifieds/B9-B12 Learn new te 90 wild in ifcur backward By Pam Owen Special to the Rappahannock News The single greatest threat to our native wildlife is habitat loss. While some native species can adapt more readily to changes in habitat, others depend on particular plants, geology, and climatic conditions to survive. With increasing development of land, habitat that is necessary to the very survival of some species is rapidly disappearing. The good news is that a growing number of private property owners recognize the value of native habitat and are restoring and protecting it on their land. In Rappahannock County we’re fortunate to have a strong conservation ethic. Photo by Bruce Jones EXPLORING: A fox cub takes a break in an unmowed meadow. Many individual property owners have taken on the challenging task of restoring land that was once used for farming to native habitat, and farmers are increasingly using sustainable practices that integrate native habitat with crops and pasture, to provide for wildlife as well as humans. Want to go wild in your backyard but don’t Photo by Richard Lykes TIDBIT TIME: This tiger swallowtail butterfly snacks on an echinecea (coneflower) blossom. own nundreds ot acres/ While large properties can support larger and more diverse wildlife, you can make a difference with considerably less—and even if you rent. Planting a single native plant dan provide food and shelter for many species. Put up a bird or bat house, and you’ll provide a home and help keep the local insect population in balance. In some cases not taking action can benefit wildlife—leaving a dead tree standing can provide a wildlife hotel; leaving a field fallow can provide rich habitat for myriad species; not draining a wetland can give you a frog chorus in the spring. One of the most endangered habitats in lilHMi TW jy^b. Photo by Bruce Jones PROVIDING HOMES: By planting native plants, preserving woodlands, and leaving fields fallow, you can provide habitat for many native animals. Virginia is forest edge—that space between field and forest that that has a mix of grasses, shrubs, and saplings. Just by not plowing or mowing up to the forest, you can provide habitat for species that are rapidly disappearing, like our native bobwhite quail. If you have a large forest tract, you can cut down a few trees along the edge and leave them where they fall, instantly providing shelter for these edge species. Another significant threat to wildlife is habitat fragmentation, where tracts of native habitat are interrupted by farming or development. Many native animal species need large areas of native habitat to survive, or at least corridors to move from one area to the next— for food, shelter, and finding a mate. Before herbicides and sophisticated machinery, the fences and stone walls that separated fields were often covered with native vines and shrubs, providing a link from one wild area to another. Today, it’s easier to keep these fence lines “tidy” by human standards but barren of food and cover for wildlife. By planting native shrubs or vines, or just not clearing out what will naturally grow if left alone,, you can link habitat fragments for some species and provide habitat similar to forest edge for others. If you’re more ambitious and want to really go back to the land, you may have to start from scratch by clearing land of nonnative invasive species. This may entail using a range of tools—from prescribed burns, to manual extraction, to careful application of herbicides. Habitat projects can be exciting but daunting. Where can you get help? Many government and nongovernmental organizations offer information, onsite expertise, plants, and even funding for habitat management. On February 10, the Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection’s Biodiversity Task Force, in partnership with the Piedmont Environmental Council, is bringing together more than a dozen of these organizations at the Wildlife Habitat Open House. Representatives will be on hand to answer your questions and provide literature on their habitat programs. See WILDLIFE, Page B8 Fiddle-Banjo duo play Appalachian music The acclaimed duo of Alan Jabbour, on fiddle, and Ken Perlman, on banjo, return to the Theatre at Washington, Virginia on Saturday, February 10 at 8 p.m., with a new lineup of classic Appalachian tunes, plus selections of folk music from Scotland and the Maritime Provinces of Canada. Jabbour and Perlman have redefined that great American invention, the fiddle-banjo duet, and brought it to new heights of complexity. Alan Jabbour is one of America's foremost exponents of Appalachian fiddling. His Hollow Rock String Band, founded in the mid-1960s, served as a prototype for the old-time string-band revival and was a major source for today's repertoire of Southern old-time music. Jabbour learned to appreciate the music of Appalachia back in the Sixties when he collected tunes and stories from the region. An early mentor was the fine West Virginia fiddler Henry Reed. A renowned folklorist, Jabbour was director of the American Folklife Center at the Library of Congress for 23 years. Since his retirement from the Library of Congress, he is enjoying an active career in performing and recording. Ken Perlman is internationally known as a master of the melodic claw hammer style, and for his skillful adaptations of Celtic and Down East Addle tunes to banjo. He has written several well-known books on claw hammer instruction. He is also an expert on Addle tunes and related cultural traditions from the Canadian province of Prince Edward Island. The duo has toured throughout Britain, Ireland, continental Europe, Canada and the United States. They have also served on the faculty of more than a score of prestigious music camps and teaching festivals. Tickets for the concert at the Theatre on Saturday, February 10 at 8 p.m. are $20 for adults and $5 for students 18 and under. For reservations, or to obtain a copy of the Theatre's new schedule, contact the Theatre by phone at (540) 675-1253 or by email to TheatreVA@aol.com, or by mail to The Theatre, 291 Gay Street, P.O. Box 322, Washington VA 22747. ‘Pirates of the Caribbean Dead Man’s Chest’ • • By P. Breckenridge Special to the Rappahannock News Captain Jack Sparrow (Johnny Depp) is caught up in another tangled web of supernatural intrigue. Although the curse of the Black Pearl has been lifted, an even more terrifying threat looms over its captain and crew: years ago, Jack made a deal with Davy Jones (Bill Nighy) to raise the Black Pearl. Time is up. His part of the deal was to give his soul to Jones, Ruler of the Ocean Depths, who captains the ghostly Flying Dutchman. Unless the ever-clever Jack figures a way out of this pact, he will be cursed to an afterlife of eternal servitude and damnation in the service of Jones. RAAC brings “Pirates of the Caribbean - Dead Man’s Chest” to the Theatre on Gay Street, Washington, Virginia, Friday February 2, at 8:00 p.m. Picking up where the first movie left off, Will Turner (Orlando Bloom) and Elizabeth Swann (Keira Knightley) are to be married. However, their wedding is interrupted when ruthless pirate hunter, Lord Cutler Beckett Clbm Hollander) of the East India Trading Company, arrests them for aiding in the notorious Sparrow’s escape. Beckett will lift all charges if Will can hunt down Jack and bring him back to Beckett, along with his magic compass, which will lead him to the fabled “Dead Man’s Chest.” Whoever possesses the Dead Man’s Chest gains control of Davy Jones, and Beckett intends to use this power to destroy every last Pirate of the Caribbean once and for all, thus threatening freewheeling, funloving buccaneers like Jack and his crew with extinction. Will and Elizabeth experience escalating confrontations with sea monsters, and encounter very unfriendly islanders, flamboyant soothsayer Tia Dalma (Naomie Harris) and even the mysterious appearance of Will’s long-lost father. Bootstrap Bill (Stellen Skarsgard). Fans of the “Black Pearl” have noted that “Dead Man’s Chest” lacks the strong plot development of the first movie. However, the effects are breathtaking, and much of the action is choreographed with energy and wit. For example, a chase sequence on a cliff uses visuals that are almost cartoonish and defy the laws of physics. The film recently received four 2007 Oscar nominations, including best art direction and visual effects. While the film is long, it provides plenty of swashbuckling adventure and high-seas entertainment for the audience. And the ending proves to be a cliffhanger and will leave the viewer longing for the third installment of this trilogy. The movie is rated PG-13. Runtime is 150 minutes. ‘Consider the Heart’ ? month l°ng ^nHne cel?;atlion featunng Ann McCaffray and Cohorts This month the Middle Street Gallery presents McCaffray and Cohorts ‘'Consider the Heart.” The show starts off with a bang and the heart beats all month long with a series of exciting and dynamic events in which to participate. Come on in and treat your senses to art, music , valentines to make and refreshments. Ann Georgia McCaffray and Cohorts Janet Brome, Jeanne Drevas, Steven Kenny, Sandra Hirth, John Kirchner, Sally Nash, Margaret Novak, Wayne Paige, Maggie Rogers, Jason Simeon, Rex Slack, Chris Stephens, Jacob Stilley and Linda Tarry take a look at the many facets of love and the myriad moods of the heart. With opening receptions on February 3 and 4, valentine- making on February 10, music to love By on February 17 and a closing reception on February 25, there will be ample opportunities for everyone to join in the fun. McCaffray sa^fe, “The Middle Street Gallery is a non-profit organization and as such one of our goals is to involve the community. As artists, we need and want to create; your response as a viewer of art is an important part of the art experience. As far as I’m concerned, I feel every show should be both a risk and a revelation. When you walk into the gallery this month, I hope you will find sbmething to delight you, something to make you laugh, See HEART, PageHB8

Coffeehouse returns to Ki Theatre By Richard Lykes Special to the Rappahannock News Hi Theatre’s eighth annual “Poetry Coffeehouse” is scheduled for Saturday, February 10. This unique event offers poets and lovers of poetry an opportunity to come together in a cafe-type setting to read and to listen to poems written by local poets and others. The roster of featured poets includes three poets of note in the community: Rabbi Carla Theodore of Slate Mills—a published poet and community activist; Joy Lorien—a popular “Rappnet” poet and photographer from Jewell Hollow in nearby Luray; and Donna Le Pre—a wellknown environmentalist and poet from Little Washington. Joining the group for the first time is Ray Holland of Chester Gap, a talented writer and poet who is a retired air traffic controller. In addition to the featured performers, theatre-goers are encouraged to bring and read favorite poems of their own choosing in an “Open Mike.” There also may be a surprise poet, lb encourage student participation in this program, the admission charge for students 18 and under has been reduced by two-thirds. Poetry at times may seem hard to understand, but poetry, in the words of poet laureate Robert Frost, often finds “just the right thought and then the thought finds the words,” offering in the most elegant of verse better ways to express love, anguish, and hope. An example of this truth is reflected in a short stanza of a recent poem written by one of the featured readers, Ray Holland: Cerebral love, the mating of the minds, that subtle passion one so rarely finds. Beyond the innate frailty of the flesh, the cogs of understanding turn and mesh. Another example of poetry’s possibilities is reflected in a poem by Joy Lorien where she expresses her love of nature in these few lines about “an awesome mushroom fungi” in the Shenandoah National Park.” Photo by Richard Lykes ODE TO JOY: Living near the Shenandoah National Park provides the inspiration for much of Joy Lorien’s poetry. Through greenleaves fair Within the hollow Against a moistwoods hill Where Buddhas laugh And rest in peace The mists are lying still. The Poetry Coffeehouse will be held at the Ki Theatre, 310 Gay Street in Little Washington, on Saturday, February 10 at 7:30 p.m. Light refreshments will be served in a cafe atmosphere. Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for students 18-years old and younger. Space is limited and reservations are suggested. Please call (540) 987-3164 for further information and reservations. Theatre Reminder: “Gypsy Grass” this Saturday, Feb. 3 “Gypsy Grass* comes to the Theatre at Washington, on Gay Street, this Saturday at 8 p.m. The great jazz guitarist Frank Vignola will be joined by Casey Driessen, fiddle, Matt Fliimer, mandolin, Rich Zukor, percussion, Vinny Raniolo, rhythm guitar and Gary Mazzaroppi, bass. Tickets $20 for adults and $5 for students 18 and under. 675-1253 or TheatreVA@aol.com. Shiloh Baptist Pastor: Rev. Michael Tinsley Sr. Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship service 11 a.m. F.T. Baptist Pastor: Dan Yowell Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship 11 a.m. . Trinity Episcopal Rector: Rev. Jennings W. Hobson III Thursday: Contemplative Prayer 7 a.m. Sunday: Holy Eucharist - 8 a.m. and 11 a.m Morning Prayer - 9:15 a.m. Sunday School - 10 a.m. Wednesday: Holy Eucharist and Bible study, 9:30 a.m. Thursday: Contemplative Prayer 7 a.m. Promise Land Baptist Pastor: Herbert Johnson Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. New Hope Baptist Bible Pastor: Carl R. Menefee Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Evening Prayer, Bible Study 7 p.m First Baptist Pastor: Rev. Dr. Wendell R. Grant Services: First and third Sundays 11 a.m. Church School: First and third Sundays 9:45 a.m. Bible Study: Wednesday 7-8 p.m. April through August St. Peter's Catholic Parish Pastor. Fr. Robert J. DeMartino Masses: Saturday Vigil, 5:30 p.m. Sunday, 8:30 and 10 a.m. Holy Days of Obligation call 675-3432 Area Churches Weekdays Tuesday-Saturday, 8:30 a.m. Confessions: 4:30-5 p.m., Saturday, after masses » t' * * Forest Grove Baptist Pastor: Mark Deangelis Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Macedonia Baptist Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. \ ‘ |f Rappahannock United Methodist Charge Pastor Rev. Leah DeLong Hint Hill UMC -Sunday Worship at 8:45 a.m.,Children’s Church during the worship service. Adult Sunday School at 10 a.m., call for Bible Study Schedule (675-3370) Willis Chapel UMC - Sunday Worship at 9:55 a.m., Sunday School at 8:45 a.m., Bible Study on Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. { ;~ Sperryville UMC - Sunday Worship aft * ^ 11:30 a.m..Sunday School 10:15 a.m., Bible Study on Sunday at 2 p.m. Washington Baptist Pastor Rev. Philip Bailey Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Wednesday: Men's Discipleship Class 7 p.m. Thursday: Adult Choir 7 p.m. Chester Gap Baptist Pastor Rev. David Johnson Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday Worship 11 a.m. Evening Worship 6:30 p.m. Tuesday: Bible Study 7 p.m. Massanova Pentecostal Pastor Rev. L. 0. Savage Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m, *1*. { Youth 5:45 p.m. Evening Worship 7 p.m. Tuesday: Worship 7 p.m. Hopewell Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Henry A. Townes Associate pastor: Rev: Anna L. Allsberry Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Wednesday: Bible study 7 p.m. New Harvest Christian Fellowship Pastors: Kent and Duane Willoughby Sunday: Praise/Worship service 10:30 a.m. Wednesday: Praise/Worship, Prayer, Bible Study 7:30 p.m. Saturday: Youth Alive Group 7 p.m. Services at Viewtown General Store Flint Hill Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. James L. Payne Sunday: Worship service 11 a.m. Gid Brown Hollow Pentecostal Sunday: Sunday School 11 a.m. Second and Fourth Sundays only Battle Run Primitive Baptist Church Pastor, Elder Forest Atwood Meets second Sunday at 10:30 a.m. Praise Fellowship, Amissvllle Pastor: Gene Nicholson Meeting at 14876 Lee Highway Sunday morning 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Prayer Sen/ice 7 p.m. Bethlehem Ministries Pastor: Mark Jarvis Teacher: Mackie Jenkins Meeting at 17094 Lee Highway Amissville Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship 11 a.m. Evening worship 6 p.m. Wednesday Prayer 7 p.m. Now teaching the Book of Revelation at 6 p.m. service. 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HIM Dantaresoay 111 ■'opy'59?^ ?otp - 4r,er- a-- Saaeft O. 8 o* 3' ST* ~»a 'otwivjm VA 2?90ta. iwi ABERDEEN f BARN J Steaks • Seafood • Prime Rib Banquets • Luncheons in the Holiday Inn of Culpeper [5401 825-1037 W.C. THOMPSON FUNERAL HOME 503-7 NORTH MAIN ST. CULPEPER, VIRGINIA (540) 82&6700 Church Activities are ' brought to you courtesy of these advertisers and the Rappahannock News^y Upcoming Events Previews Moonlight Hike February 3 The Ragged Mountain Resource Center will be offering a moonlight hike of Old Rag Mountain this coining Saturday,, Feb. 3. Interested participants should meet at the upper parking lot trailhead for the "Ridge Trail" on the Nethers side (off Rt. 231) by 5:30 p.m. < A small pack, layerable clothing, water, a snack, and a bade up flashlight or headlamp are recommended. For additional information, contact Hunt Harris either by e-mail do huntoldragon@earthlink.net or by phone @ 540-987-3366. Blue Ridge Grafters Boutique February 4 The first Blue Ridge Crafters Boutique of 2007 will take place on Sunday, February 4, at the Reva Volunteer p . Fire & Rescue Company, Route 29 South, Reva, Virginia from 11 a.m. - 4p.m. The boutique will take place the first Sunday of every month (with the exception of January and July) and public admission to the event is FREE. Please join us for this unique showl Participating vendors will feature chocolate sweets and treats; natural olive oil soaps and skin care products; jewelry; photograph art; floral and hand-painted crafts; heirloom hand-smocked clothes; hand-made soy wax candles; commissioned pet portraits; illustrations, paintings and pencil drawings; Longaberger; Tupperware; Mary Kay; Pampered Chef; Stampin’ Up!; Partylite; Creative Memories; Tastefully Simple; etched and painted glass; mosaics, egg shell art; children's hair bows and jewelry; . primitive signs and stitchings; home decor and so much r more! For further details about the boutique, please contact j Jennifer Cottrell at 540-825-7719 or dipdrizzledunk@ - earthlink.net or Lisa Phelps at 540-222-0351 or pas- j|: tureprime@netscape.com. % I ' - Saturday, February 10,7:30 - 9:30 p.m. This is a family program presented by the Gray Ghost Interpretive Group of the Mosby Heritage Area Association. First person interpretations of citizens of Meshy’s Confederacy will tell the story of Colonel John Singleton Mosby and his Rangers as it effected their lives. For the winter months, the program has moved indoors by the wood stove. The Rector House in the village of Atoka (4 miles west of Middleburg off Route 50). The Rector House is the first building on the left after leaving Route 50 unto State Route 713 (stone with white and blue trim). This program is free to the public. For further information contact the Mosby Heritage Area Association at 540-687-6681 or www.mosbyheritagearea.org. The Fireside Mosby Black History Program February 11,4 pan. Sponsored by The Warren - Page Branch of the NAACP Presents in concert - Recording Artist Minister Isaac Howard and the Combined Gospel Chorus Mount Vernon Baptist Church : > 240 Church Street Front Royal, Virginia 22630 540-635-5612 Everyone is cordially invited to attend! Ki Theatre Ufestories Workshops with Julie Portman Reserve your place now! Ki Theatre announces the eleventh season of Life Stories Workshops, taught by Julie Portman and present* ed in Washington, VA. Five workshops are scheduled and focus on different ways in which story is used as a tool to enhance communication, writing, creating, listening and learning. Every workshop offers Continuing Education Units for educators and professionals in human services. Each workshop is designed for personal growth and professional development. Workshops are open to young adults and people of all backgrounds, professions and interests. No prior experience is necessary, lb register call Ki Theatre 540-987-3164 or email Julie6kitheatre.com <http://www.kith.eatre.org> Fees for workshops vary from $135 to $390. A 10 percent discount is available for people who reg- i ister before February 15. Life Stories Workshop Dates < March 10*11 Introductory Life Stories: Learn how to transform life experiences into stories M March 17 The Seven Critical Steps of Listening: §1 Develop new skills that transform your listening March 18 Empower Your Organization: Learn how toifl advocate and fund raise with stories April 14 Create Purpose in Your Life and Work (with § Alaina Love) f . June 22-24 TYain the 'Drainer Ibach life Stories * ■ * - '■4 ■M

All submissions in Upcoming Events must be received by 3 p.m. on Mondays in order to be included m the next edition of the paper. Send email to Jan Clatterbuck at Please be sure to include the name and telephone number of someone to call for information. Flint Hill Fish Fry Th© Public Hous© Fish Fry is every Friday night all winter, featuring beer-battered cod with fries, slaw and tartar sauce. It is $18 per person and is ail you can eat. The Public House is locatfdf* 675 Zachary Taylor Hwy in Flint Hill. Phone 540-675-1700 for information. The Griffin Tavern BandT^ 1 * ^,Ues an<* ®w'n9 by Jamie Lynch Feb, 2 - Electric Rock by Bushmasters Feb, 4 - Come watch the Big Game on the Big Screen. Food and drink specials during the game with a Buffalo Wing Eating Contest to be held during half-time. Come see who can chow down the most Griffin Wings in 10 minutes! No entry fee. Feb, 5 - Sushi Night Flu shots still available Rappahannock County Health Department still has flu shots available. Anyone over age 6 months is eligible to receive a flu shot. Call the health department at 675-3516 for an appointment. Sperryvflle Funder The Sperryville Volunteer Fire Department annual fund drive is underway. If you have received a fund drive letter and have not sent a check, the department would greatly appreciate a donation. If you have not received a letter and would like to send the department a donation the mailing address is P. O. box 233, Sperryville VA. 22740. For information call Greg Wayland at 540987-9024. February Red Cross blood drives 02/17 — 9 a.m. to 1p.m. Culpeper Moose Lodge, Culpeper 02/28 — 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Cintas, Culpeper Your blood saves lives! Please mark your calendar and plan to donate. Remember to drink lots of fluids — water or juice are best — the day before and the day of the blood drive. Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and fatty foods. To give blood, you must be generally healthy, 17 years of age of more, and weigh at least 110 pounds. For further information call the Red Cross at 825-8611. Feb. 2: Traditional Oompah The James Madison University Brass Band will perform Feb. 2 at 7:30 p.m. at the BB &T Center for the Performing Arts in Luray. Joe Bowman of Coldwell Banker-Panorama Realty is sponsoring this event. Tickets are available at Luray-Page County Chamber of Commerce, McKim and Huffman Pharmacy, Luray Copy Sen/ice, Luray Apothecary and Stanley Pharmacy. Adults are $12,65 and over are $11 and children 12 and under are $6. Local band students wearing a band tee shirt pay $5. For information on this event call 540-743-3311. Feb. 3: “Gypsy Grass’* at The Theatre Frank Vignola launches his newest group in 2007: “Wicked gypsy jazz, front porch jam, and bluegrass all mashed up and reconstructed by some of the nastiest pickers we can find.” Frank Vignola, guitar; Casey Driessen, fiddler; Matt Flinner, mandolin; Rich Zukor, percussion; Vinny Raniolo, rhythm guitar; Gary Mazzaroppi, bass. Fun starts at 8 p.m. Phone 540-675-1253 for ticket information or email TheatreVA@aol.com Feb. 3: Celebrate Super Bowl at Thornton River Grille Rudy’s Pizza is doing “Pizza at the Grille”! On Sunday, Feb. 4 from 5 until 9 at the Thornton River Grille. They will be serving pizza from Rudy’s, as well as salads and deserts. Don’t miss their Super Bowl party this Sunday with pizza /and/ wings! Watch the game in High-Def on a 50” flat-screen and cheer on your favorite team (or commercial). For more information call 9878185. Feb. 3: Moonlight hike The Ragged Mountain Resource Center will be offering a moonlight hike of Old Rag Mountain. See Upcoming Events Previews for details. 540987-3366. Feb. 3,4: Opening Receptions for “Consider the Heart” Middle Street Gallery kicks off their February show with opening receptions on Feb. 3, 6 - 9 p.m. and Feb. 4,3 - 6 p.m. See full story on B1. Feb: 4: First ever Blue Ridge Crafters Boutique Come out Sunday to the Reva Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Jennifer Cottrell at 540-825-7719 for information. See Upcoming Events Previews for more details. Feb 4: Hunt Country Bridal Show Hunt Country Celebrations is holding its annual Bridal Show at the Fauquier Springs Country Club with a consortium of over 50 wedding and event professionals. Show starts at noon and the bridal fashion show starts at 1:30 p.m. Always a favorite, you’ll get the latest trends in wedding dresses with over 20 designers present. Tickets are $5.00 in advance or $10 at the door. Phone * Elaine Burke at 540-253-5000 or visit www.huntcountrycelebrations. Feb. 4: Registration for Rappahannock - Culpeper Baseball Dates for in-person sign-ups are as follows: 2/4 & 2/11 at the Amissville firehouse from 1-3 p.m. Players new to RCB need to bring birth certificates. AH children, boys & girls, from ages 4-18 (by May 1st) are eligible to piay. New for 11 and 12 year-old players, is the super Cal 50Y70’ field. Play baseball just like the professionals do. For more information and to register on-line go to www.rappculpbaseball.com and follow the instruc tions in the News section of the website. You may also call the RCB hotline at 540-937-7900. Feb. 6: Rappahannock County Democratic meeting The Rappahannock County Democratic , Committee, RCDC, will hold its monthly meeting on Tuesday Feb. 6 at the Rappahannock Library at 7:30 pm. Conversation and refreshments start at 7. The public is welcome! Feb. 6: Culpeper Soil and Water Conservation District meeting The Culpeper Soil and Water Conservation District holds its monthly Board of Directors meetings on the first Tuesday of each month at 9:30 a.m. Meeting location rotates alphabetically through the five counties served by the district Culpeper, Greene, Madison, Orange and Rappahannock. The Feb. 6, meeting will be held on Tuesday, in Orange at the Department of Public Works Building at 235 Warren Street. For further information and directions call 825-8591. Feb. 7: Hearthstone School Kitty Keyser, certified Waldorf teacher, is offering a Parent-Child Program for children 18 months to six years old in the nursery/kindergarten class at Hearthstone school. Program starts Wednesday, Feb. 7. Classes will be on Wednesdays and Thursdays, with a two and a three hour option. Two hour classes will be held from 8:45 until 10:45 and cost $10 per class. Three hour class will be held from 8:45 until 11:45 and cost $15 per class. Parents are asked to attend for six weeks. The first class is free! Parents and children will participate in activities including story telling, watercolor, painting, handwork such as beeswax sculpture and sewing, rhythmic movement and dance, snack time and other activities, call the school office at 987-9212 if you are interested participating in this program with your child or would like to learn more about it. Feb. 7: Nonprofits networking Center The Rappahannock Nonprofit Center will be hosting the fourth and final luncheon in the Winte Luncheon Series on Wednesday, February 7 fron 12 to 1 p.m. This luncheon series is to provide nonprofits an opportunity to network, discuss con cems and issues they are facing, and to share information and resources they have found to be helpful. RNPC will be providing lunch - soup. Come and join us at our new office space at 12018 B Lee Highway, below Antique Tables Made Daily, formerly Rae’s Place. If you know you’re coming, please let us know in advance at 987-8011. If you don’t know in advance, then come anyway! Feb. 7,21: Free Clinic Rappahannock Free clinic will be open on February 7,21 at the County Health Department on Main Street in Washington. For more information call the Fauquier Free Clinic at 540-3470394. Feb. 10: Poetry readings Poetry Coffeehouse is family-friendly and students are encouraged to attend and share their own poetry as well. Saturday, February 10, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m, Ki Theatre, 310 Gay Street, Washington, VA. Admission $15, students (18 and under) $5. For information call 987-3164 or email info@kitheatre.com. i-eo J.u: wiicutre Habitat Open House Want to attract wildlife to your backyard but don’t know how to go about it? Come to the Wildlife Habitat Open House. If s free and requires no reservations. It will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Schoolhouse in Sperryville, at 12018 Lee Hwy (junction of Rt. 211 and Rt. 522). RLEP will provide complimentary light refreshments. For more information and updates, go to www.RLEP.org or contact Pam Owen at 540-6759989 or. (See full article on B1) Feb. 10: Picking Party Sperryville Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary will be having their Picking Party on Saturday, Feb. 10 at the Sperryville Volunteer Fire Department at 6 p. m. All bluegrass and country bands are welcome. There will be a 50/50 raffle. The Fire Department Auxiliary will be selling refreshments. Come out and enjoy a great night of fun and food in an alcohol and smoke free environment. For more information call, Michelle Jenkins at (540) 987-9440. Feb. 10: “You Can’t Beat The Classics” Alan Jabbour and Ken Perlman, banjo duo, bring a new line up of classic Appalachian tunes, plus selections from Scotland and Canada on Feb. 10 at 8 p.m. at The Theatre in Washington. Adults $20, students 18 and under $5. Reservations recommended. For information call 540-675-1253. Feb. 10: Community breakfast Community Breakfast at the Flint Hill Fire HaH, sponsored by the Hint Hill United Methodist Church with proceeds going to Relay For Life. This is a great country breakfast of eggs, sausage, bacon, sausage gravy, biscuits, casseroles, and sweets. Doors open at 8 a.m. Free will offerings accepted. Feb. 10: Come make a Valentine! All Community Members, Young & Young at Heart are invited to come in to Middle Street Gallery on Saturday Feb 10th and make a Valentine for your Sweetheart!! All materials are provided but if you have ribbons or doilies or something else you’d like to use... bring it along! Valentine making will be from 1 - 6 p.m. Join us for some fun! M&M’s provided for energy! Feb. 10,11: Valentines weekend at Gadino Cellars Valentines Weekend at Gadino Cellars - Saturday-Sunday, Feb. 10th & 11th Come celebrate the first ever release of our Cabernet Sauvignon, an elegant red wine for you to fall in love with. Our weekend special will be $10 per person to include a glass of our Cabernet Sauvignon paired with Rappahannock’s own Mount Vernon Farm’s organic sausages and an assortment of chocolates. Hours: Sat 11:30am6:00pm, Sun 11:30am-5:00pm. Gadino Cellars is located at 92 School House Rd., Washington, VA 22747 Phone 540-987-9292 www.gadinocellars.com Feb. 10,11: Grey Ghost Chocolates and Cabernet Saturday and Sunday, February 10 and 11 Event entry: 11 a. m. to 4 p. m., winery open until 5 p. m. Treat your Valentine to a vast array of decadent chocolate desserts and cabernet at the premier Valentine winery event in Virginia! $15 per person includes unlimited desserts, tastings of gold-medal winning red wines and an all new Valentine glass! Gray Ghost is located at 14706 Lee Highway in Arnissville and can be contacted at 540-937-4869. Feb. 11: Softball registration Piedmont Softball: the registration fee is $40 for each girl playing 12 years old or younger; $45 for girts 13 years old and up. Registration is February 11 (1 pm - 3 pm) at Bill Payne Auction Gallery, Rt. 211 in Amissville (located between Early's Carpet and Mayhugh’s Store). Additional registration dates are Thuisday, February 1 (4 pm- 6 pm) and Wednesday, February 7 (4 pm - 6 pm) at Wakefield Country Day School on Rt. 522 north of Flint Hill. For more information, please call PSA president Mauri Payne (937-4142 (office) or 675-3729) or David and Donna Sheffield (937-5595). Feb. 11: Black History Program r Sponsored by the Warren-Page Branch of the * NAACP recording artist Minister Isaac Howard and the Combined Gospel Chorus will be at the Mount Vernon Baptist Church located at 240 Church Street in Front Royal, Virginia. Call 540635-512 for information. Everyone is cordially invited to attend. Feb. 11: The Calder Quartet A visit from the Calder Quartet is next in this season’s Grace Church Concert Series in The Plains. There are still tickets available for the performance on Sunday, Feb. 11 at 5 p. m. Individual tickets for this subscription series can be purchased in advance or at the door for $25 each. Child care is provided for those who want to attend the concert without small children. For further information or to purchase tickets, call 540253-5177 or visit www.gracechurch.net. Feb. 13: RRCSB meeting The Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services Board and Area Agency on Aging (RRCSB-AAA) wiH hold its regularly scheduled Board Meeting on Tuesday, February 13 at 1 p.m., at its office at 15361 Bradford Road, Culpeper. Individuals with disabilities who require special assistance to attend and participate in these meetings should contact Paula Benenson at 540-825-3100, ext. 3140. Feb. 15: Riparian buffers You are invited to join a discussion of our 2007 initiative to assist landowners in improving and protecting the streams. The meeting will be at 7:30 p.m. in the RappFLOW meeting room in Sperryville, next to the old Schoolhouse at the comer of Routes 211 and 522. For more information call Beverty at 937-4038 or email bev_hunter@earthlink.net Feb. 17: Music to Love By Join us at Middle Street Gallery for an afternoon of wonderful music. David Shaffer and Steve Eastham will be providing art for the ears with guitars & dulcimer Saturday Feb. 17 from 2 - 5 p.m. Come in and enjoy the Art! Feb. 18: Uon club music contest The Rappahannock Lions Club 23d Annual Bland music contest will be held at the Theatre in Washington, on February 18 at 2 p.m. Student vocalists and instrumentalists in Rappahannock County schools, grades K-12, are encouraged to register for the contest, which awards cash prizes to the winners. Registration forms may be obtained from school music directors or by calling Bob Lander, 540-987-8504 (email kplander@aol.com). Registration forms must be returned to the Lions Club by February 5th. Feb. 22: Old Schoolhouse Buffer On Thursday Feb. 22 at 6:30 p.m., you are invited to join a workshop to plan the Old Schoolhouse Buffer Restoration Project. We are considering the site plan, removal of invasives, selection and acquisition of trees and shrubs and grasses to plant, design of trails and educational markers, site preparation, the recruiting of volunteers, and overall schedule. The meeting will be in the RappFLOW meet ing room in Sperryville, next to the old Schoolhouse at the comer of Routes 211 and 522. For more information call Jill Duvall at 9379934 or email jillandjedduvail1239yahoo.com. Feb. 24: “Cooler's Excellent Adventure" Rappahannock County’s favorite star of screen, stage and television ,Ben Jones and Musical friends returns to the Theatre on Feb. 24 at 8 p. m. Tickets, Adults $20, students 18 and under $5. Reservations recommended. For information call 540-675-1253. Feb. 24: Community Drum Circle All are invited to join in creating rhythm and music on Saturday, Feb. 24 from 5:30-6 p.m. at Sage in the Rappahannock Wellness Center. Group drumming has been proven to reduce stress and can help stimulate coordination, cooperation, and greater listening skills. All ages welcome. No experience necessary. There are plenty of drums and instruments to share, or bring your own. Suggested donation $5-10 (children free). For more information, call Sage (540)987-9699. Feb. 25: “Black Pearls" The Women’s Auxiliary of the Wayland Blue Ridge Association, Inc. will celebrate its 30th Annual Black History program on February 25, at 4 p. m. by honoring “Black Pearte”, our local history makers in the community. This event will be held at the Wayland Blue Ridge Baptist Center, 15044 Ryland Chapel Road, Rixeyville. Special musical guests will be Rev. Isaac Howard and the Community Choir. Persons who have contributed significantly in their community are eligible for the honor. Persons from the following 8county area (that include Wayland Blue Ridge Association) are eligible: Madison, Greene, Orange, Rappahannock, Fauquier, Spotsylvania, Louisa, and Culpeper. To nominate someone, please provide the following: your name, mailing address and phone number, the nominee’s name, mailing address, phone number, and a brief biography (1 page) of your nominee's accomplishments. Forward all information to: WBRBA Women’s Auxiliary Black Pearls, 20001 Ellis Rd., Lignum, VA 22726 or email: wayland_blueridge@usa.com. For more information, phone 540-399-1539 or 540-987-8064. The Nominations deadline has been extended through the end of January 2007. Mar. 1: Entries due The United Daughters of the Confederacy, Culpeper Chapter #73, cordially invite all Rappahannock County students, grades 1-12, to participate in an annual essay contest. We encourage any public, private or home schooled student to apply his or her knowledge of history. Cash prizes will be awarded and winners wiU be honored at a special ceremony. Essay instructions and rules may be obtained at the Rappahannock County Library, the Rappahannock County Elementary School, or Rappahannock County High School. All entries are due by March 1,2007. Questions? Contact Cheryl Taylor 987-8026. March 3,4: Barrel Tasting and Silent Auction At Gray Ghost on Saturday & Sunday, March 3 & 4, from 11 a.m. to 4 p. m., winery open until 5 p. m. Taste developing Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon wines directly from the barrels and experience the art of blending! Bid on an historic Gray Ghost barrel being offered to the public. This is the only opportunity to reserve futures of the elegant 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon! $10 per person includes jogo glass and light hors d’ouevres. Gray Ghost is located at 14706 Lee Highway in Amissville and can be contacted at 540-937-4869. Mar. 10: Life Stories workshops begin Theatre announces the eleventh season of Life Stories Workshops, taught by Julie Portman and presented in Washington, VA. This season five workshops are scheduled which focus on different ways in which story is used as a tool to enhance communication, writing, creating, listening and learning. Every workshop offers Continuing Education Units for educators and professionals in human services; and each workshop is designed for personal growth and professional development. Workshops are open to young adults and people of all backgrounds, professions and interests. No prior experience is necessary. To register call Ki Theatre 540-9873164 or email Julie@kitheatre.com www.kitheatre.org Fees for workshops vary from $135 to $390. A10% discount is available for people who register before February 15. Life Stories Workshop Dates March 10-11: Introductory Life Stories: Learn how to transform life experiences into stories March 17: The Seven Critical Steps of Listening: Develop new skills that transform your listening March 18: Empower Your Organization: Learn how to advocate and fund raise with stories April 14: Create Purpose in Your Life and Work (with Alaina Love) June 22-24: Train the Trainer Teach Life Stories March 24: Vertical Cabernet Sauvignon Tasting Vertical Cabernet Sauvignon Tasting on Saturday evening, March 24, from 7:30 p. m. to 10 p. m. This candlelit, black-tie optional evening features past vintages of Gray Ghost Cabernet Sauvignons. Evening includes gourmet hors d’ouevres and discussion. Reservations required, $85 per person plus tax. Gray Ghost is located at 14706i.ee Highway in Amissville and can be contacted at 540-937-4869.

Obituaries William C. Haworth Infant Family in Rappahannock William Clayton Haworth, infant son of Ellen-Rose Fitzgerald and Clayton Wescott Haworth was bom and died on Sunday, January 28,2007 at the University of Virginia Medical Center in Charlottesville. He was the grandson of Greg and Karen Lamond, Bill and Ann Haworth and Jackie Fitzgerald and Dan Meushaw. Also survived by his greatgrandfather, Stan Haworth. A memorial service will be held on Friday, February 2, at 6 p.m. at Moser Funeral Home Chapel. Edith V. Green Slate Mills resident Edith Virginia Ellington Green, 94, of Slate Mills died Wednesday, January 24, at her residence. She was bom September 29,1912 in Culpeper, to the late Edward Ellington and Carrie Vaughn Ellington. Mrs. Green was the oldest member of Slate Mills Baptist Church where she was a member of the Women’s Missionary Society. She was also a member of the American Legion Auxiliary for 41 years. Mrs. Green enjoyed making crafts, going to yard sales, and was a wonderful cook. She is survived by her two sons, John D. Green and his wife, Violet of Sperryville, Stephen W. Green of Slate Mills and his friend, Jan Thomas of Culpeper, one sister, Mildred Wehmas of Richmond, her sister-in-law, Byrd Greene of Cincinnati, OH, her longtime best friend, Charlotte Gaines, two grandchildren, three greatgrandchildren, and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Edward William Green, two sons, Donald Edward Green and William Kyle Green, and two brothers, Edward Maurice Ellington and William Marshall Ellington. A funeral service was held on Tuesday, January 30, at at Found and Sons Chapel with Rev. Virgil Wilson and Rev. Sandy Martin officiating. Interment followed in Fairview Cemetery. Pallbearers were Jimmy Kilby, Mike Duncan, Joe Keys, Virginus Weaver, Curtis Weaver, Bemie Jenkins, Buck Harris, Robert Fairfax, Danny Goolsby, Richard Jenkins, and Randy Ellington. An online guestbook is available at www.foundandsons.com. Jack F. Frazier Painter Jack F. Frazier of Amissville, died on January 23 at Fauquier Hospital, Warrenton. He was bom in Fauquier County on December 29,1939 to the late William J. and Leslie Mae Frazier. Mr. Frazier attended Jeffersonton Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife Linda Mae Frazier, three daughters, Brenda K. Cook of Warrenton, Arlene R. Murphy of Florida and Rebecca L. Merritt of Brandy Station, VA.; two sons, Chuck Frazier of Amissville, and Jack F. Frazier of Culpeper. Additional survivors include two sisters, Dorothy Payne of Amissville, and Jane Gregg of Orlean, VA.; 13 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held on Monday, January 29 at Moser Funeral Home in Warrenton, by Rev. Marshall Braylo. Interment followed in Hillcrest Memory Gardens, Jeffersonton, VA. Memorial contributions may be made to help with funeral expenses to Moser Funeral Home Inc. P.O. Box 186, Warrenton, VA 20188. Black Oak honors pastor On a beautiful fall day in October, Black Oak Regular Baptist Church, held ' their annual Homecoming and also a surprise celebration to honor their pastor, Elder Wayne Richards, who has served the church so faithfully for the past 40 years. The guest speakers were Evangelist Roger Hatfield of Ballard, West Virginia along with Elder Nelson Pettit, pastor of Smith Creek Regular Baptist Church in New Market, Virginia. What a day of rejoicing everyone had! Barbara Tharp and Marie Impiring TfumgfiU. by Randy Minter A MEMORIAL SERVICE A memorial service in which the body is not present may be conducted instead of, or in addition to, a funeral. A memorial service is a particularly good option for those who choose to remember and honor the deceased in an area other than where he or she was buried. For instance, the deceased may be buned in the area where he or she grew up. While a funeral is timed to coincide with the timely disposition of the body, a memorial service may be held at any time of the participant's choosing. Similarly, the form of a memorial service is open to suggestion. Whether or not the body is present, a memorial service prov ides loved ones and fnends with the opportunity to join together and commemorate the deceased. At MOSER FUNERAL HOME, we are here to assist in your time of need, 24 hours a day. whenever you need us. We can offer you numerous options for honoring the deceased, no matter how traditional or unique your requirements. Please contact us whenever you need us at 540347-3431. W'e w ill arrange for a confidential meeting and tour of our 233 Broadview Avenue. Warrenton, location. We have been serving vour community with compassion for many years. Please semi vour questions or comments to mv office or e-mail me at: moseift@btackhawkejic< "Short is the little that remains to thee of life. Live it as on a (fountain. -Marcus Aurelius Boston Marie F. Atkins 987-8802 HONORED: Elder Wayne Richards was recognized at a fall homecoming gathering. Atkins both wrote poems and dedicated them to their pastor. John and Donna Dodson had the honor of placing corsages on their pastor, (her dad) and his wife, Joyce. Other special invited guests were Aileen Pettit from New Market, June Hatfield, Dr. Wayne Thompson and his wife Mary, Collis Fincham and his Gospel Singers, who sang a numbers of specials songs during the day. Following the services, everyone was invited to the Fellowship Hall for a bountiful meal, prepared by the ladies of the church and a large decorated cake baked by Knakals Bakery in Culpeper See BOSTON, Page B8 Longing for llamas I had the pleasure of spending a morning this past week with Pat and Charlie Sher of Amissville. They are the owners of the Lazy S Llama Ranch on Waterford Road. Many of you have probably slowed down as you drove by to look at these beautiful creatures! And right now there are 43 of them there to look at! It takes only a few minutes into the conversation with Pat and Charlie to figure out that Charlie is the business guy and that for Pat, it’s all about the llamas! This makes them pretty much the perfect couple to run a business that’s all about llamas. Their llama adventure began back in 1995. They were relatively new to Amissville at the time and decided they needed to make use of the bam and fencing that had come with their new home. They weren’t sure how they wanted to use it or what kind of animals would suit them when one day they came upon an open house at a llama ranch in Rixeyville. It was immediately clear to both of them that llamas would soon be taking up residence at their home. They bought four of the animals on the spot agreeing to take delivery once they had the facilities ready. The four included three bred females and one gelding so they knew they’d soon have babies, known as crias, as well. Since Pat and Charlie were so new to llamas it’s fortunate that the animals are generally pretty self-sufficient when giving birth. The babies weigh about 25 lbs and are definitely cuddly. Their herd has grown over the years both from their breeding efforts and from new acquisitions. Those acquisitions include 8 llamas they rescued two years ago. And each and every one of these animals is special to Pat. Llamas for her are truly a passion! Every animal is named and she knows them all. I was lucky enough to have her take me out to meet some of these unique animals. I’ve got to tell you, you haven’t lived until you’ve had a 300 lb. llama shove you because you’re not paying enough attention to her! I definitely went back to rubbing her back! Mind you, llamas this affectionate are not necessarily the norm. But Pat and Charlie do work to make Amiss vi lle Julie Emery 937-2315 Julie@Julie Emery.com sure their animals are easy to handle, including bringing in a trainer to work with them. Maggie and Fudgie are two of Pat’s favorites and she was happy to make the introductions. These two are never leaving the Lazy S according to Pat. Maggie left once when she was sold and simply cried for months and until the new owner called and arranged to bring her home. A less homesick llama was traded for Maggie and she’s back at the Lazy S! And home is where shell stay. Fortunately, most of their llamas adjust very well to their new homes and their new jobs. Llamas are sought after for many reasons. The six they sold most recently went to become livestock guardians. People also buy them for their fiber which is woven into amazing woolen goods. Pat and Charlie sell a variety of items made from their wool. I got to see beautiful rugs, throws and socks that feel like your feet could never get cold again. Other llamas go to work as pack animals, therapy animals, show animals and, of course, as pets. Life with the llamas is busy. In addition to the care and feeding, they’ve participated with the llamas in parades, festivals, nativity. scenes and DARE day at schools. And, if that’s not enough activity, Charlie’s in business as a CPA and Pat sells Avon products, is active in her church and has a variety of other interests It’s fortunate that they’ve had help with the daily chores. But right now it’s back to just Pat and Charlie and I’m amazed they had time to sit still long enough to tell me about the Photo by Lili Duvall TO THE RESCUE: Bobby Carter of Amissville pictured in the driver’s seat of one of the ambulances. Three hundred and 18 times last year Carter, who is a lifetime member of the Amissville Fire and Rescue Company, answered emergency calls. LLAMA LOVERS: Pat and Charlie Sher of Amissville just can’t get enough of their lovable llamas. Photos by Julie Emery ranch and the animals. If you know someone interested in working with the^e beautiful animals, they might want to give Pat & - Charlie a call. Meanwhile, they’re looking for more good homes for their llamas. They’d like to reduce the herd size a little further before breeding again. And, in case you’re wondering, they do deliver directly to your home. To find out more about their llamas or their wonderful wool products you can check out their web site at or give them a call at 937-7437. Ready to roll Bobby Carter, who has more than 43 years service with the Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company, led all members in 2006 in total number of runs with 318. When the alarm sounds, Carter, who fives just down the highway from the fire station, hurries to the station , house, opens the overhead I door, unplugs the power line that is connected to the ambulance, starts the process to get the ambulance engine going, radios two sets of dispatchers, and heads for whoever needs help. Great Expectations... Revisited My son said I jinxed myself. He said I did it when I wrote about turning the faucet on and expecting water to come out Truth is, the day I sent my last column to the editor, with those fateful words in the first paragraph, turned out to be not such a good day. That night, one of the few TV shows that I can honestly say that I enjoy, “24,” was about to come on. It was 5 minutes to nine, and I went in to brush my teeth, turned the faucet handle and no water came out. I stood there for a minute, like I must have turned the faucet the wrong way, not believing that water wasn’t coming out like it was supposed to. I checked the breaker. It was on. I turned it off and on a couple of times and nothing happened. I went over to the tank and the pressure gauge was on zero. I located the pressure switch. I took the cover off and the contacts were closed. That told me the pressure switch was calling for the pump FOR SALE - BY EXECUTOR Mary N. McClanahan Property Fauquier County Trelarney, about 49.5 acres. Springs Road, Turnbull . _ _ \0l>/ _ Beautiful property improved with home, stable and outbuilding. Good road frontage. Sold “As Is”. In land use, but not under open space easement. In gross and not be the acre. Call for sale information: William K. Kays, Jr., Executor Mary N. McClanahan Estate 12016 Rutherglen Place Bristow, Virginia 20136 # (703) 361-4630 # Brady’s Clark Hollow Ramsungs Richard Brady 675-3754 ' richardbradyl@juno.com to be on, but dearly no water was arriving at the tank. Oh, dear. What do you do? You’re missing your favorite show, you have no water in the house, and it’s after 9 o’dock. I had the name of a fellow that I knew we had used to fix some problems at my mother-in-law’s house, but I didn’t know much about him, and I didn’t know if I should call at this hour. Then, I figured plumbers must get emergency calls at all hours. But, was this an emergency? Well, probably not, but it sure was inconvenient as heck. And the name I had was interesting to me. The fellow’s name was Clyde Pullen. One of my favorite characters of years gone by was an unde named Clyde. And Pullen was my Grandmother Brady’s maiden name. This guy had to be OK, right? It was getting close to 9:30, and I was starting to get a little anxious. So, I called him. Yes, he would be glad to take a look at it. He would give me a call in the morning. Oh, happy day. I was up by 6:00, and made coffee from the one gallon of water we had on the whole ranch. The phone rang about 7:00. Still having that problem? Yes sir. I’ll be on over there in a little while. Clyde arrived about 8:00 with his able assistant, Eddie “Tiger” Frazier. They were not in the basement five minutes, and Clyde, using his voltmeter like he knew what it was for, said, “The problem is not down here.” Outside, it was cold and the wind was blowing. The sun was up, but still behind the clouds. They took the top off the standpipe and checked the wires coming from the house. Good voltage. The problem was down in the well. The pump had to be pulled. Oh, dear. A piece of pipe with threads on it was screwed into the top of an ingenious device called a “pitless adapter,” and Tiger commenced to heave-ho on the pipe, while Clyde dragged the top end across the driveway for 50 or 60 feet, and up came the pump. I was impressed. I know they had not been at the house 30 minutes and already the pump had been pulled out of the well and was lying in the driveway. At the pump, all three wires seemed to be attached securely, so Tiger started walking along the length of the pipe. About 10 or 15 feet from the top, he found a place on the pump wire that looked burnt, and closer inspection revealed that one of the wires was burned all the way through. When the pump in the bottom of the well comes on, it imparts a fair amount of torque to the well pipe hanging from the pitless adapter, and, hopefully, a nylon rope. And, with no spacers on the well pipe, the wire had apparently rubbed against the well casing enough that it eventually rubbed off the insulation and shorted out. Clyde and Tiger replaced the wire from the pump to the top of the standpipe and put spacers on the well pipe that keep the pipe from hitting the casing and hold the pump wire securely in place. They dropped the pump back in the well, secured the pitless adapter, and reconnected the wires. Problem solved. I wanted to go in the house and flush the toilet just for fun. And I had been worried about how many days we were going to be without water. But, with a name like Clyde Pullen, I should have known I had nothing to worry about. Religious Notes • Amissville Baptist Church is happy to welcome the Bluegrass Gospel Group - The Deanes — on Saturday, February 17 at 7 p.m. Please join them for a wonderful evening of entertainment and fellowship. Amissville Baptist Church is located at 776 Viewtown Road. For more information rail (540) 937-6159. « • Fr. Stanley Krempa, Pastor of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Winchester, will be the Spiritual Director for a group tour visiting the Shines of Italy. The 12 day visit is from September 22 to October 3, 2007. The itinerary includes 2 nights in Venice and Assisi, 3 nights in Florence and Rome. Side trips to Siena, Ravenna, and Padua sure planned. The cost is'$2990 each with final payment being due by June 22,2007. An Early Booking Discount is available. The package includes airfare from Dulles, Atlanta, Richmond, Norfolk and Roanoke, daily breakfast and dinners, Superior Tourist Class hotels, air conditioned motor coach, and English speaking guide. For additional information apd brochures, call John Tagrtesi, toll free 1888-544-4461.

Thornton River at the SchoolHouse selected for project “An effective riparian buffer can be esthetically beautiful!” Bev Hunter’s passion for this RappFlow project is evident in every word that she utters. Imagine a project that not only will provide walking trails, picnic tables and access to the Thornton River in Sperryville, but also will be a training ground for all interested residents to learn how to protect our waterways from the damage of run off. Volunteers will be trained to assess a site, decide how to remove invasive plants, acquire native plants and develop a plan for long term management of the site. The Sperryville site trail will have educational signs that will describe the buffer zone area. Mark Malik, formerly with the Shenandoah National Park, has drawn up a preliminary plan for the one acre site. Bev Hunter and Tim Bondelid are writing a grant for the Department of Forestry that will request assistance with plant acquisition and supervision. Bey’s hope is that this project will be a model for Sperryville. RappFLOW will be talking with other landowners about initiating similar projects for which cost sharing and technical and volunteer assistance will be available. Are you that landowner? Don’t wait to be asked...contact RappFlow today! If you want to work with RappFLOW as a volunteer, stop in the office or call Bev Hunter at 937-4038. Preschoo Sperryville Barbara Adolfi adolfibarbara@ verizon.net (540) 987-8682 SchoolHouse happenings While a long term plan for Cliff Miller’s SchoolHouse is still in development, several events are planned that you will love: Yoga classes February 3, 10, 17 and 24: Kit Johnston will offer yoga on those Saturdays in the sun-filled corner rapm on the second floor of tne SchoolHouse. If these classes are well attended, she will continue to offer them on Saturdays. Cost: $12 per person. Cash or check, please. Equipment: Please bring your own mat and two blankets. Don’t forget to mark your calendars! (Mary O’Meara will teach for Kit this week) February 10: RLEP Wildlife Habitat Open House Between 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., 16 organizations and several speakers will present free information to all of you who want to know what to do to increase wildlife in the forested areas around your house. Thanks to Pam Owen for organizing this event in response to almost daily inquiries about lers awed the subject from customers at her Fly By Night bookstore, You have asked for this and now you have it! Thanks to Pam and RLEP for sponsoring this event and to Cliff Miller for hosting it at the School House. Kid Pan Alley is coming to the School House in March! Look for future announcements, but plan now to come hear the Kid Pan Alley Band at The SchoolHouse on March 23 and 24 at 7 p.m. The band will be performing songs written by 450 Rappahannock County children! In addition to the children, the band features Paul Reisler, creator and founder of KPA, Steve VanDamm, Will Hopkins, Matt Yonkey, the children of Rappahannock and others. For information call the Ki Theatre office at 540 9873164. Shakespeare in June Plans are underway for a Shakespearean pageant, produced by the Rappahannock Repertory Company! The play will focus on four themes: power, love, humor and fantasy. It will include excerpts from many of Shakespeare’s plays, performed principally by the young actors wing of the company. There will be an outdoor pageant complete with liveried horses and demonstrations of period combat. The pageant and play will be peopled with fairies, forest folk and royalty. Production design is by by Piski’s Heather Puskar. Costumes are in design by Marie Scavetti and prove to be a wonderful blending of classical and contemporary styles. Free acting classes are offered for children and teens at the Rappahannock County library Friday afternoons from 4-6 pm on Februaiy 2 and 23 and then weekly starting in March. Interested adult actors are invited to call to audition for select roles. Preliminary plans are to perform the pageant for the weekends of June 15, 22 & 29. Call Charlene James-Duguid for information, to volunteer to work with the production or to audition for a part. (540) 9374727. Thornton River Grille on Sunday nights While I was out of town last week my column was revised in anticipation of the end of football season. I just want to clarify that the Grille has been bringing in a large, HD TV for Sunday night football and pizza. After football season, the Grille will still open from 5-9 p.m. for pizza, Greek salad, and dessert, including cannoli. Be sure to stop in for Superbowl Sunday! Reminder - VFW needs you! Don’t forget about the meeting at the VFW on Feb. 13 at 7:30 p.m. to plan for the memorial to all veterans. We hope that retired military of all ranks will join this, effort. puppets Over 65 preschool students and 10 staiT members were entertained at the Child Care and Learning Center on Wednesday, January 24, by Joe Piski’s Back Pack puppets. The theme of his program was the five senses, and the children were enthralled by his creative one-man show featuring very unique animal and dinosaur puppets. Joe has entertained young audiences from Washington, D.C. to Hawaii with his traveling show. He has graciously agreed to donate a show for the CCLC auction this fall. Everyone eqjoy! Yummie to your tummy Please don’t forget to support our local Girl Scouts by purchasing some of their cookies. They are $3.50 a box. They have a new one this year called “Lemonades” - Savory slices of shortbread with a refreshingly tangy lemon icing. Plus the old stand bys Peanut Butter Patties, Shortbread, Thin Mints, Peanut Butter Sandwich, and more. So with all those in mind, let’s support the girls, when they come knocking at our door by buying severals boxes of cookies. Remember spring is just around the comer and we can walk the pounds off. Well the big day is Friday! Will Punxsutawney Phil see his shadow, it means six more weeks of winter if he does. If he doesn’t see his shadow, it means spring is just around the comer. This poor little groundhog’s mind is probably so confused with the different weather changes we are having here lately. One week we are having spring weather and this week we are having winter. So we will have to wait and see on Friday and hope for the best. Lion Club’s music contest The Rappahannock Lions Club 23rd Annual Bland music contest will be held at the Theatre in Washington, on February 18 at 2 p. m. Student vocalists and instrumentalists in Rappahannock County schools, grades K-12, are encouraged to register for the contest, which awards Washington | Jan Clatterbuck f 675-3338 |jclattert)uck@ timespapers.com cash prizes to the winners. Registration forms may be obtained from school music directors or by calling Bob Lander, 540-987-8504 (email kplander@aol.com). Registration forms must be returned to the Lions Club by Feb. 5. Flu shots still available Rappahannock County Health Department still has flu shots available. Anyone over age 6 months is eligible to receive a flu shot. Call the health department at 6753516 for an appointment. Rappahannock Free clinic will be open on February 7 and on Feb. 21 at the County Health Department on Main Street in Washington. For more information call the Fauquier Free Clinic at 540347-0394. Birthday wishes Happy birthday to Rock Smoot, son of Charles and Mae Smooth in Harris Hollow who will celebrate his day on Wednesday, Feb. 7 and to Frank Moffett who has a birthday on Thursday; Feb. 8. The Blue Rock Inn On Friday, Feb. 2, The Blue Rock is featuring one of its favorite acts with Street Legal...The Reggae Rock band from Northern VA playing a wide variety of covers in their own style, along with many originals that are sure to get the dance party started. Cover is $8 over 21 and $12 under. Give Jim or Natasha a call at 14 Community Newpapers, Serving over 650,000Readers in Northern Virginia & Hie Greater Piedmont (Times IimesCommunity.com wmmm (540)987-3190 if you need more information. • Don’t forget Sunday, Feb. 4th, as well - they are having their Second Annual Super Bowl Bash! Come watch the game on multiple TV’s and enjoy a free food buffet and engage in some of our Super Bowl Games! APPAHANNOCR CAL ESTATE ESOURCES Washington, VA 540-675-1190 Three-acre building site overlooking spring-fed stream. Possible small pond? Surrounded by oaks & pines, with a Southern exposure, but allowing Winter mountain views! Four-bedroom perk, READY TO BUILD! Offered at $169,900 Seventy nine acres in southern Rappahannock on Route 522. Hasn’t been logged in years, leaving large trees and little underbrush providing enjoyable waikiixyhtkjng. Two streams with building sites above affording winter views. MAKE OFFER (asking $850,000) EQUESTRIAN ESTATE AREA - 25 acres just outside Little Washington. Five acres in pasture, twenty wooded. STREAMS & VIEWS on private road. $395,000 Twelve and one-half acres on Jordan River. Old Dominion Hunt! Joins 25 acres on the market-possible 37.5 acre horse farm! (owner/broker) BUILDING LOTS CHESTER GAP Opportunity to own two lots, back to back, one fronting on Hunters Road, the other on Apache Trail. Asking $70,000 for .both, would consider offers. AND $30,000 buys wooded lot on Highland Way! (Can build to suit on either parcel!) AND Lot of house for the money! Four-becfroom, two-bath, brick home on almost 11 acres on scenic Fodderstack Road. Log tenant/ guest house, two-car garage & equipment sheds completes this offer tor only $525,000.00. WE KNOW RAPPAHANNOCK REAL ESTATE! Butch Zindei, Broker. GRI ABR butchOrapprealestate.com Brokerage since 1990 Buyer IfepreeentHon since 198> Trish Bartholomew tbartl Oearthknk.net ^ www.RappahannockRealEstateRe80urces.com re alestateiii. com/kohi

Views.Views.... This Immaculate home located in Scenic Rappahannock County. This property is situated on 2 acres on the beautiful F.T. Valley Road. All one level living with full unfinished basement. Living rm, dining rm, kitchen, Master BR, 2 bedrooms, laundry area, back patio, front porch, paved driveway. Home has been well taken care of and is maintenance nee. Call today for an appointment to preview. Mountain views are breathtaking in all directions. $499,000 Overlooking Sperryville: This home has many futures which include but not limited to: hardwood floors, pocket doors, wood trim, large walk-in closets, ghair railing, decorative wallpaper, lazy susan cabinets, central air, walk out basement, etc. 3BR/2BA/lHalr BA, Main level includes kitchen, breakfast nook, living room, family room, dining room. Upstairs has Master BR suite, two BR's, Full Bath. Full unfinished basement is ready to be finished. Outside offers: paved driveway, mountain views, and great landscaping. All of this on 2.38 acres. This home is a must see and is only 6 years Sid. $479,000 _7 7 Come to the Historic District of Scenic Sperryville Virginia. Walking distance to the Art Galleries, Thornton River Grille, Rudy s Pizza Shop.The Corner More. Post Office and many other shops. This Completely Renovated 2BR/2BA home has a lot of charm and character. Main level houses Living Rm, Dining rm, Sitting rm, Kitchen, Laundiy rm. Two full baths. Upstairs houses tne two bedrooms with plenty of storage space. This home was renovated in 2006 with new wiring, new plumbing, new insulation, new kitchen and baths, new appliances, hardwood floors were restored to their natural beauty. The Living Room has tall windows and high ceiling. Home has crown molding which mixes the old with new. Outside was extensively landscaped. This is a remarkable property. Call for further details. It is all ready to move in and awaits your personal touches. $399,000_ Come and listen to the Rush River as you sit on your deck and watch the wildlife play. This 3BR/1BA home was built in 1991 and has been well maintained. The property is 2.50 acres and is in scenic Harris Hollow. Perfect for weekend retreat! $310,000 Your quality community newspaper. (Dimes j| Community Newspapersjj northern Virginia Smoot recognized for outstanding work Connie Smoot, the lead teacher in the Toddler Class at the Child Care and Learning Center, has just been awarded her Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) in recognition of her outstanding work with young children. This credential was awarded by the Council for Early Childhood Professional Recognition in Washington, D.C., which represents the early childhood profession. The CDA is the only major national effort to improve early childhood education and care by the evaluation and recognition of skills of individuals providing care. The first credential was awarded over 30 years ago, and now 49 states plus the District of Columbia include the CDA in their childcare license regulations. To earn her CDA, Mrs. Smoot completed four early childhood courses at Lord Fairfax Community College while working full-time at Connie Smoot CCLC. She also attended 12 hours of professional training and workshops each of her 17 years at CCLC, and completed a large portfolio chronicling her work in six competency goals: maintaining a safe and healthy learning environment, advancing physical and intellectual competence, supporting social and emotional growth to provide positive guidance, establishing positive and productive relationships with families, ensuring a well-run, purposeful program responsive to participants needs, and maintaining a commitment to professionalism. As part of the process, Connie was observed and evaluated in the classroom by a professional advisor, was evaluated by parents of the children in her program, and participated in a validation visit by an authorized Council official to her program at CCLC. Connie Smoot is the ninth CCLC teacher to be awarded an early childhood associate credential. The parents, staff, and Board of Directors at CCLC congratulate her for her professionalism in her work with young children. “We are so grateful to have Connie on our staff. Her knowledge, experience and expertise are a tremendous asset to our program,” said Rose Ann Sharp, Executive Director of CCLC. “The maturity, experience, Country Living in Rappahannock County F.T. Valley Road A rare smaller parcel on one of Rappahannock’s most scenic roads. This 10 +/- acre property is rolling, mostly open and has spectacular views of Old Rag, the Blue Ridge and the F.T. Valley. Owner agent.$349,000 Contact Martin Woodard CASTLE Hill, C. 1764 - Historic home in Keswick with a colonial portion c. I764and Federal style portion c. 1824. Numerous dependencies. On Virginia and National Registers. Price upon request Contact Jusrm H. Wiley Hotly GROVE - On scenic Ben Venue Road, this completely remodeled and expanded farmhouse features an old log room, 5 bdr and 3.5 bth. On 6 acres with several outbuildings. $749,000 Contact Thorne Auchter Chancellor's Rock - This 416 acre Him! Country estate has a remarkable natural setting, every expected amenity and is a splendid retreat for country' pursuits. Price upon request. Contact Justin H. Wiley WALNUT Branch - Exceptional home in Huntly 3 bdr. 4 bth cedar siding beautiful stone fireplace, 9 ft ceilings. 23 acres with great view s and frontage on the Rappahannock River. $799,000 Contact Peter Wiley Richmond Road - a special 25.9 +/- acre pared with fantastic mountain views. Mostly open pasture, with fencing and old stone walls. Perfect for a small horse or cattle farm. $449,000 Contact Cheri Woodard SOUTH Poes Road - Perfect for hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation. Wooded parcels from 21 to 28 acres, all with outstanding building sites. Great location $325,0®® - $499,000 Contact Chert Woodard Hickersos Movxtav Retreat In beautiful Ben Venue Yallex, this duplex on 10 acres features a total of 3bdr. 2bth. Great rentals or a unique faniil> retreat $369,000 Cornaa Ovri Woodard Old Keswick, C. 1736 - Home to Kesw ick Stables. 550+ acres and histone home with 7 bedrooms. Includes summer kitchen, puol complex and several cottages. Pnce upon request. Contact Justin H. Wiley HlDOEM GlEN - Remarkable 33.5 acre parcel withconvenient location on Rollins hard Rd. 15 min. to Warrvnlun. Hev aled building site, large woodland pond, math, for building. $4494M)0 Contact Chen Wbodard Cheri F. Woodard - 540-987-9080 Justin H. Wiley - 540-672-5603 Peter Wiley - 540-219-3771 Managing Broker Barbara & Thorne Auchter - 540-987-9450 Martin Woodard - 540-987-9080 and impressive tenure of our staff, in conjunction with their commitment to professionalism exhibited through their pursuit of early childhood degrees and credentials, are the reasons that CCLC is a nationally accredited program. I am so proud of Connie’s accomplishments, and those of the rest of my staff here that are serving the young children of our community.” william Norman Will Norman honored William Alan Norman has been named to the Dean’s List at James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Va., in recognition of academic excellence for the 2006 fall semester. Norman is a freshman student and he obtained a grade point average of 3.714 for the semester. He is majoring in Biotechnology with a concentration in Optometry. Norman is a 2006 graduate of Rappahannock County High School. He is the son of Ken and Fran Norman of Washington. Maternal grandparents are Charles Jenkins and the late Roberta Jenkins of Washington. Paternal grandparents are Daniel and Bessie Norman of Woodville. Gray Ghost sweeps California wine competition Gray Ghost Winery swept the San Francisco Chronicle wine competition for the second consecutive year, beginning the 2007 competition season as successful as 2006! In a competition dominated by California wine entries, Gray Ghost won on every wine entered. The 2004 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon received the only medal awarded to a Virginia Cabernet. The 2005 Reserve Chardonnay garnered a silver medal making it the highest awarded Virginia Chardonnay in this prestigious competition. Gray Ghost’s internationally renowned dessert wine Adieu also took home a Bronze in the dessert wine category. The San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition is the largest competition of American wines in the world. Founded in 1983, this year’s competition garnered 3,800 entries from 1573 wineries in 20 states. Enjoy the release of Gray Ghost’s 2006 Adieu (Late Harvest Vidal Blanc) at the Annual Chocolates and Cabernet event held Saturday and Sunday, February 10 and 11, at the winery. In addition to a vast array of decadent chocolate desserts and Cabernets, Gray Ghost will release the much-anticipated dessert wine at the same event! $15 per person includes unlimited desserts (including Passion Truffles, Magic Cookie Bars and Decadent Cheesecake), tastings of goldmedal winning red wines and an all new Valentine glass! Entry to the event is 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and is held snow, rain or shine. Gray Ghost Winery is located at 14706 Lee Highway in Amissville and can be contacted at 540-9374869. The tasting room is open Friday,"Saturday and Sunday from 11 a. m. to 5 p. m.

In my last article I suggested that the new year was an ideal time to take an inventory of your home, evaluate how you are using it, think about the way things appear and what may need to be changed. Your living space is such an important part of your lifestyle, but sometimes it gets taken for granted. It is helpful to make these lists, as life changes and evolves and new goals and desires emerge. Some things simply wear out or begin to look out dated. If not starting over, editing or recycling become necessary to retain the purpose, function, and visual pleasure in your rooms. Now that your inventory is done, what comes next? Making a plan! What does a design plan entail? Where does a person begin? Alexandra Stoddard, a life style writer, lists the following elements to consider when planning for a better room: • Walls • Lighting • Ceilings • Fabric • Floors • Color • Windows • Accessones • Furniture • Maintenance Actually listing these elements on a sheet of paper is a great way of beginning a plan. Be specific about whether you would like the categories to remain the same or change. Many of these elements will relate to each other, and each depends on the other. So, the plan becomes essential—when you change one thing, it may lead to changing another. Often solving a problem area in one of the categories will lead to an easy, but necessary, solution for the other elements. Actually, improving a room often leads to decisions that will improve and tie together an entire house. An example of this might be that painting or staining the woodwork all one color works well in most homes, as that is a unifying feature that can tie the rooms together. What should you note on the plan about each of the elements? Step by step make notes next to the element. Take WALLS for instance...Your note might be “needs paint”. Of course, then, the next questions to ask are “What COLOR? What texture?” CEILINGS are the next category. They might need paint, too! FLOORS include the basic floor and what you might want to cover it with, like an area rug or wall to wall carpeting. Hard wood floors need MAINTENANCE over time. All of the above might be considered in tandem with the category MAINTENANCE. WINDOWS, of course, provide LIGHTING during the day, and might possibly need FABRIC if you are considering or any type of treatment. And COLOR relates to WALLS, CEILINGS, FABRIC, FURNITURE, FLOORS, etc. As you can see, the relationship of each of the categories to the next is the crux of‘the design plan. Actually collecting fabric samples, color chips, flooring samples, etc. is a good way to begin to visualize the way your room can work together. An additional way of detailing your plan can be through visualizing on paper what your room could look like. This is helpful planning for FURNITURE. Roughly draw your room, or even use graph paper, if you so desire. Draw in the architectural elements, like the fire place, the doors, the windows, and 14 Community Newspapers ServingOuer 650,000Readers in Northern Virginia & The Greater Piedmont (Times MOITMRV VMtlKIA Lots Korchnor cabinetry. Also make note of the outlets, switches and heat sources. Then, add the major pieces of furniture. Remember this is not costing you anything, so it’s okay to dream of the pieces you’d really want to make it a place of beauty and function. You can even include colors in your drawing to make sure there is color balance amongst the upholstery and wood. Make sure you consider traffic patterns. Interior doors require 3 feet of space to open and close, entryways require 4 feet of space, so you can enter and close the door behind you, and people usually need at least 30 inches in a walkway. Conversation areas require that the sofas and chairs are a maximum of 8 feet apart, no matter how large the room is, or you are not pleasantly “grouped". If the paper plan looks good to you, it is VERY wise to take it to the next step to validate your plan. Many people have difficulty visualizing the finished product, and I have found that even with a trained eye this next step works well in avoiding any mistakes. Empty your room, if possible, or work with only the pieces you want to keep or are similar to what you want to replace them with. Then use newspaper taped together or a big roll of brown paper to make a life size plan. Lay out your future “furniture" made out of newspaper on the floor, check out your traffic patterns, conversational areas, etc. What looks good on a sheet of paper drawn to scale is now translated more realistically this way, and is a good reality check when you are planning on making any purchases. I especially like doing this with window treatment designs and planning for wall arrangements. I often make a life size cut out of the drapery or valance for my clients, and tape theih to the window so they are more comfortable with the look we are planning. Or, we cut out the actual size of photos or art work and tape them to the wall before actually driving the nail. Many people draw great pleasure from planning their environments. Others need assistance from a designer they trust. Often my clients are in some stage of the planning and need a second opinion, or an affirmation from me to have the confidence to actually implement their plans. Plans need to be followed through for the client when the time is right, and a designer has many resources from which to actually find the things you are thinking about acquiring and also knows of tradesmen who are able to carry out the jobs required to complete the plan. It is always a collaborative effort between the client and the designer to refine plans. It should always be the designer’s goal to make your home reflect your style, and to help you put your best foot forward, avoiding costly mistakes! If you have any questions regarding this article or any previous article, you may contact me at Interiors by Whitcaim, (540) 675-3905 or whitcairn@aol.com. 540-987-9243 • 12699 Lee Highway Washington, VA 22747 Ml , ‘LUXURY ESTATE’ Location! Location! Location! Early period farmhouse between Sperryville and Washington. Prime location. Many amenities. 3 car garage and separate 3 car shop. Pond and stream. Hard surface road frontage. Offered with 15 acres and 2 additional building rights at UNDER APPRAISED VALUE $1,100,000 or with 4.9 acres for $710,000. Would make a great family compound or hold for future investment. House and 15 acres MLS# RP6294607 House and 4.9 acres MLS# RP6175140 s Gateway To All Listings in MLS Search www.samsneadrealty.com 'www.homesdatabase.com/samsnead Highland Farm, Lakota, VA 30 acre estate on three tax parcels in southern Fauquier County on die Rappahannock River. Lovely views, manicured lawns, pool, koi pond, and historic stone guest cottage. Four bedroom main house with two master suites, jacuzzi and cathedral ceilings. 5 stall bam with foaling room, run-in sheds, board fenced paddocks. $1,899,000. Amy Sloane Timbers 540-987-8668 River Cottage, Overall, VA Well-built, 3 bedroom, 3bath cottage on 10 gorgeous acres on the Shenandoah River. Full basement and 2-car garage. Surrounded by GW National Forest and conservation land. Very private with excellent views of die Blue Ridge Mountains. Large bam/workshop, and picnic pavillion by the river. Great opportunity for fishing and canoeing $619,000. Alan Zuachlag 540-937-6124 Killermont, Washington, VA Award-winning architecture, a stunning view, and exquisite gardens make this one of Rappahannock’s finest gems. Bordering the Shenandoah National Park, this 31 acre estate is the ultimate private retreat. Garage, elevator and many other extras. F.very aspect of this 4 bd, 5 ba home on 4 levels is a study of understated luxury. $2,750,000. Alan Zuschlag 540-937-6124 Shenandoah Valley, VA Real Tamessc Log Home. 6 private acres, mostly wooded with views of Blue Ridge and Massanutien Mountains 2ff cdfings in Great Room with stone floor to ceiling fireplace, 2 master suites, 2 guest bedrooms, 35 baths, office, tec room, wood floors, exposed log walk Decks to enjoy an abundance of wildlife. 5,700 finished sq ft in pristine condition. Whole house generator; $830,000. Patricia Bums 540-454-6723 246 Grandview Rd, Washington, VA Gardener's delight on 10 acres. Charming 3 bd, 3 bath contemporary with greenhouse & separate 2 car garage. Open floor plan with fireplace. Wrap-around deck. Mountain views. Terraced gardens with raised beds, arbors, pond, and deer-proof fencing. Woodland paths, streams and frontage on the Covington River. *699,500 Alan Zuschlag 540-937-6124 Royal Avenue, Front Royal, VA Lovely 1929 well-built stone home with 5 bedrooms and 2.5 baths on nearly one-third of an acre. Great in-town location. Zoned for residential or commercial use. Superb investment potential. $515,000. Howie Swaim 540-675-9999 Tanglewood, Front Royal, VA Goigeous 4 bedroom, 4 bath historic home with large 2 bedroom guest house on 25 acres overlooking the town. Exquisite restoration of period details and many upgrades. Ideal for larger family, corporate retreat or Bed & Breakfast. $1,549,000. Howie Swaim 540-675-9999 Hylton Head, Rkeyville, VA 6 bednxim, 5.5 baths, energy efficient, virtually maintenance free, 7000+ square ft French Country manor home. Many distinctive features and upgrades. Fully fin ished basement with media room. Over 89 rolling acres with a new bam and long frontage on Indian Run. 52,175,000. Jud Glascock • i nir—Mrinf mi 540-592-3238 Land, Washington, VA Rare opportunity to own a 1.4+ acre building lot in the highly desirable and charming town of Washington. Virginia. Tranquil Blue Ridge mountain views. This prop ertv has been perccd and town water hoojtup fees have been paid. Also offered in 2 separate lots. $379,000. Howie Svvaim 540-675-9999 v j; RkaiEstmf

If you go • Who: Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection’s Biodiversity Task Force in partnership with Piedmont Environmental Council • What: Wildlife Habitat Open House • When: February 10 10 a.m. -1 p.m. • Where: The Schoolhouse in Sperryville located at 12018 Lee Highway (junction of Rt. 211 and Rt. 522 south) • The event is free and light refreshments will be served. Wildlife From Page B1 Besides RLEP and PEC, participating organizations include RappFLOW, Rappahannock County Conservation Alliance, and Virginia Native Plant Society; the Virginia Departments of Forestry, Conservation and Recreation, and Game and Inland Fisheries; the Virginia Cooperative Extension, and Master Gardener and Master Naturalist Programs; Culpeper Soil and Water Conservation District; Shenandoah National Park; the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service;, and the Smithsonian’s National Zoo Conservation and Research Center. The event will kick off with a brief presentation at 10 a.m. on the importance of biodiversity in wildlife habitat, given by Jennifer Buff. Buff is the and coauthor of articles and books on reproductive science for conservation. After the presentation, those attending will be free to visit with the representatives of the participating conservation organizations—checking out displays, picking up literature and contact information, and asking questions. Learn about techniques for managing invasive species; the benefits of the WHIP, CREP, and other - government programs that offer help with habitat; how and where to get native plants; and much more. The open house, which is free and does not require reservations, will be at The Schoolhouse in Sperryville, 12018 Lee Highway (junction of Rt. 211 and Rt. 522 south), from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. RLEP will provide complimentary light refreshments. No reservations are required. For more information, contact Pam Owen at 540-6759989 or Biodiversity@RLEP.org. Boston From Page B4 This coming Saturday, Feb. 3, the Brightwood Ruritan club of Reva Way will be serving another of their big country breakfasts, all for a reasonable price and will be held at their club house. So for a great breakfast, don’t miss this one. Sympathy is extended to the family of Mrs. Alice Rector, a devoted worker with the Reva Way Home Demonstration Club, who passed away at Culpeper Regional Hospital Sunday and to Ameshiah Colbret of Castleton Way upon the passing of her father, Charles D. Williams which occurred at Fair Oaks Hospital last Thursday. Mr. and Mrs. Shelvy Frazier of Castleton Ford Road w.ere Saturday dinner guests of his sister, Mrs. Marie Atkins of Acombrook Lane, Sperryville. When visiting our local libraries, don’t pass up the books of reading about the little creatures out in the wild, especially the little gray squirrels, as they work hard and store up their food for the winter and we can understand that they are not forgotten, especially by whoever started “Squirrel Appreciation Week” which takes place this week. We’re certainly glad to hear that Frankie Hitt of Cypress Knoll, continues to improve and is again able to attend services at his church, Woodville Baptist. Congratulations to Justine Weaver, a student at Culpeper High School who was named to the Academic Spotlight last week, as a result of her studies. Our prayers are with H. C. Racey who remains a patient in University of Virginia Hospital, Charlottesville, and seems somewhat improved following major heart surgery. Any graduate of Culpeper High School, living in our area and was a member of the class of 1957 is reminded that the Reunion Committee is planning for the 50th reunion to be held this summer, and if you have not been contacted, call Peggy Crane at 825-3337. Heart From . Page B1 something to touch you deeply and perhaps even something to make you mad! In other words, I hope you will experience the full gamut of emotions and respond with your heart!” For this month only, if you buy a work of art for your sweetheart, you may take it immediately- lyThis means it will be a month of quick changes and many new things to view throughout February. So be sure to drop in every week to see the most recent additions. The Middle- Street Gallery is located in Washington, Virginia next to The Inn at Little Washington. Gallery Hours are Friday through Sunday, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. For further information, check Rappahannock News, Upcoming Events or visit our website www.middlestreetgallery.org. If you go Consider the Heart February 2-25 • Opening receptions: Saturday, Feb. 3, 69 p.m. Sunday, Feb/ 4, 3-6 p.m. • Make your own valentine Saturday, Feb. 10, 1- 6 p.m. • Music to love by Saturday, Feb. 17, 2- 5 p.m. • Closing reception Sunday, Feb. 25, 36 p.m. • Middle Street Gallery Located next to the Inn at Little Washington 540-675-3440 • Gallery Hours: Fri-Sun 11 -6 p.m. BUILDING SUPPLIES CHERRY STREET BUILDING SUPPLY CORP. See Us For All Your Building Supply Needs 540/825-0397 1418 Orange Rd., Culpeper BUILDERS SHUMAN BUILDERS -- Since 1974 CUSTOM HOMES • RENOVATIONS ADDITIONS • WINDOW REPLACEMENT (540)825-5184 CHILDCARE PijfNri/Frmliiil Full time - part time - drop in Ctaait liM Sperryville VA Fenced play yard Non-Smoking environment Hot meals-snacks provided References available (local) 540-987-9644 Mlictut • CPR Cytifiri m CLEANING ispjWmig amm serwcci If-s *** p Residential L Commercial ■ Free Estimates ft “Give us a call... 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(540) 539-5177 or (540) 955-3828 Clarke County Stucco over stone late 1700 furnished cottage - 2 bedroom 1 1/2 baths totally renovated with exposed ceiling beams, 2 fireplaces (wood furnished) nice kitchen including dishwasher, stack washer/dryer, oil hot water heat, situated on an active farm with large historic stone main house/ appendages. Swimming pool use available. In the shadows of the Blue Ridge Moutains with scenic byways and river, excellent bicycling and bass fishing. Great weekend retreat. No smoking/pets. $ 1 500/mo plus utilities. Call (540) 539-5177 or (540) 955-3828 Flint Hill 3BR, 1BA. $880/month Rappahannock Real Estate Resources. 540-675-1190. GAINESVILLE, Piedmont, SFH, 4br, 3.5ba, 2 car gar, 1 yr old, $ 1 9 9 5 / m o . 703-945-5939 Morrisville Avail 2112,1BR apt fully furn, pvt walkway, patio & entrance. $600/mo incl util. +sec dep, no pets/smkg. (540)439-2001 Old Tavern converted to one-bedroom house in Village of Flint Hill. Eatin Kitchen, LR. $990/ month Owner/broker 540-675-1190. GREAT PRICE!! Get into the prestigious community of Waverly View at an affordable price. This home has it all: over 2,700 sq ft w/ hardwood flooring throughout, ceramic tile in master BA, tray ceiling in master BR w/ rope light, three-piece crown molding & more. 4 BR, 2 full, 1/2 BA. Soaking tub in master. Just 6 mo old, this home sits on a beautiful 1.75 rolling acres (360 degree mountain views) conveniently located near I-66 & 1-81. Priced to sell at $399,900. Owner Agent. (540)287-7679 or (540)364-2929 Rentals — Office 12625 Lee Hwy, Rt 211 For Lease Commercial: 1000-3800 Sq feet starting at $13.00 per sq foot Warehouse: 6800 Sq feet starting at $4.00 per sq foot 40-825:750 V Rapp'k, 1 BR/1 BA Apt in Little Washington. Avail Immed. $825 Piedmont Property Inc. 540-675-1675 Springfield $484,900 NO BANK QUALIFYING! Beautifully Remodeled 5BR, 2BA SFH in Ravensworth. 97% Owner Financing. $0 Closing. Easy-Qualifying com 571-228-0239 The Plains Behind Great Meadow Race Course, Totally remodeled 3BR, 1.5BA home with country kitchen, all appliances, heat pump / AC, 1 year lease minimum, $1750/mo. Barn & fields also avail.(3 horse maximum) Call Cathy Bernache Thomas & Talbot Real Estate. 540-687-4144 or 540-424-7066 Town of Culpeper 3BR, 2BA house nice, Crdt chck/ sec.dep. $1000/ mo. Olafsen Realty 540-347-1505 Warrenton, 2BR, 2 bath on 1+ acre. Tranquil. Master Bdrm w/ patio. W/D, D/W. CAC, Lg deck. Garage. New caipet & paint. Minutes to Old Town $ 1350/mo. Call 703-477-7759. Washington, VA, Stone & cedar, 3BR, & loft. 2FP, 20 acrs wooded, river,w/stables. $1400/ mo. (301)986-5475 Beautiful horse farm near Ortean. 3BR cottage, 4 barns, 25 stalls. 250 acs, in/outdoor arenas. (240)988-8556 Forest Ridge/Sterling: 3 rooms, SFH for rent $60Q/each No pets/ smkg Laundry facils & use of kitchen avail. 703-742-6447. Warrenton-ln town. $750/mo. pvt BA. living & ent in townhouse. Sec dep Rets (540)347-2691 Iv msg Ntour Ad Could be HERE Call Today 347-4222 lOdt Renta*8— Stand Housing Gainesville, Mstr BR. priv BA,in luxury SFH, cable in rm, hot tub $695 + utils. (703) 244-7132 (o77 R#ntate — Townhouses V J Leesburg, 4yr old, 4BR. 3V2BA, w/d. Nr. Elem. Sch. shops & pool. Av1 2/1/07. $1650. Call 703-777-4586 Prime downtown Haymarket office space available for rent. Ideal for a small business or a short-term space re quirement. Owner will build-out space to suit tenant. Contact Gene Swearingen, Town Manager. 703/753-2600 joao Rentals — Office Rappahannock, office space avail in Flint Hill. 10OOsf, cable ready, heat, elect 8 water incld, 4 rms w/ 1/2 ba $900/mo. or $250 per rm. 540-675-3815 GREENE COUNTY, VA FOR LEASE Excellent opportunity. 2.000 sf commercial space, located in the Stanardsville Shop ping Center in the heart of the Town of Stanardsville. Cur rently occupied by MotoEmporium, this highly visible store front will be available February 1, 2007 Ideal location for res taurant or retail busi ness. Water/sewer security system. US 29S in Ruckersville, 500 sf office retail space. Jefferson Land & Realty 540-948-5050 www. Jeffersonland.com Bethany Beach - Bear Trap Community Open and bright 3BR. 2BA condo Immaculatelv maintained. Screened in porch overlooks peaceful view of pono 1500 sq ft. All Bear Trap ammenities in elude 3 pools, tennis gym. beach shuttle $364,900 Call 301-774-4025. YOUR AD COULD BE HERE! CALL TODAY TO PLACE YOUR AD' 540-347-4222 OR FAX 540-351-0121 NEW HUGE LUXURY HOMES Move in TODAY! 4 br SFH $1950 Bealeton, 3 br SFH $1600 Opal, 4 br TH $1600 Bristow, dose to shops, great commuter location! Rent/Own, Short-Lonq Leases! NVFH, 703-217-2468 Price Reduced for Quick Sale to: 15435,000 Gorgeous, on Lake wkiock. J Finrplai.es. IX' side .4 Warrenr-.r. EVERYTHING NEW lie HardwcHxl Floor*. All Wind***'. Kitchen & Stone Ularwl. Stone NX all t»/Fireplace. Old Work: Hand-Made Countertops.-Appliances. I Bosch l\>huaslier' Sunrootn.' F<*ver. Stone Bathr<»oni Floors. Sitting R**>rrt I’m 1 Onvcwav. Siding. R*h4. Garage lY»or. ^ Sk\ lights. 2 IVcks. etc Must See Trice reduced tor quick sale 701- 180-878N) An\ttnu Trivacc and lots of nature hacks to lake and *t*od* This is a must see. ftu>er s Agents/Realtors bring >**ur chcnts^dd 1% r.» listing prue Owners/Agents

’fir Sal* Chantilly: 2br/2ba, new home, eat Hi kitchen, glamour tub, walk In closet, $115,900. Call Frances ; 704-378-5677 ChantINy: 3br/2ba, new home, appls, oversized kitchen. FF CO schools. $164,900. Only 1 Avt. Call Frances 703-378-8992. Chantilly: Ibr/den/lba, new single family home, granite appliances. $85,900. Call Don 703-378-5677. Chantilly: 2br/1ba, new home, granite, new appls, crown moldings, $89,900. Call Don 703-378-8992. Chantilly: 3br/2ba, new home. Furniture included. $129,900. Call John 703-378-8992. First Time Buyers Why rent when you can own? Free list of homes available with no money down. Mininum credit score 580. 703-371-0869 RE/MAX Absolute Springfield $484,900 NO BANK QUALIFYING! Beautifully Remodeled 5BR, 2BA SFH in Ravensworth. 97% Owner Financ' ing. $0 Closing. Easy-Qualifying.com 571-228-0239 Highland Co., VA. 100 ac. Farm. Farmhouse, post & beam bam, outbuildings, springs, stream, nice building sites $1,350,000. 540-468-2515. Highland Co., VA. 5 acres or more. Nice building sites, springs, streams. Prices vary on acreage amt. 540-468-2515. ‘ Highland Co., VA 795 acres. Open & wooded. Streams, nice' views. $4,000,000. 540-468-2515. Attention Investors: 2 bd, 1.5ba TH in Leeds Square, Warrenton, for under $200,000. Renters already in place. For information Call David 540-222-2625 MANNA Real Estate Services, Inc. 540-635-0400 MADISON COUNTY, VA EXCEL COMMERCIAL OPPORTUNITIES •Out-parcels available adjoining Food Lion Center, long ^Frontage on US29S, $250,000 per acre. •Last commercial parcels in county with water & sewer available. 7.68Z ac. approved for 61 unit active adult community. Adjoins Food Lion Center. north of Charlottesville along I S 29S. SLIM Additional 9.5 ac. commercial available. •Aroda Country Store, Excellent business opportunity. strong catering and retail business/deli. Potential for internet and mail order sales. $489,000 •Town of Madison. 3.500 sf. two level brick/ masonary building, sewer/water. $325,000 FOR LEASE •US 29. 3.2Z acres office/warehouse. Built in 200176,000 sf with 50'x 30' finished office space/conference room/ kitchen area/2 half baths . and 50'x 90' shop/ warehouse,, insulated, overhead doors/secunty system. Three phase electric available. >3.500 mo. Call Bill Gentry, Broker Jefferson Land & Realty 540-94*-5050 www.JeffersoD.land. Marshall: ZONED R4- (4 lots per acre) 1 mile from I66 - Buildings and home strictly as is. Kathleen Rhodes Jobin Realty Associate Broker 703 505-7451 Cell 540 347-5796 Office . www.ourvirginiahomes comkathleenrhodes2 @aol.com 703-378-8992. Chantilly: 3br/2ba, avail now. FF CO schools. $129,900 Call Shelia 703-378-8992. i-^. RETIRING? RELOCATING? Sunbelt Newbern, NC. Free retirement pkg. Ask for Whit Morgan-Newbern Real Estate 1-800436-2992 ALL OAK SEASONED hardwood. Delivered $160/ full cord. Call 703-868-2524 Seasoned mixed firewood. $155/ cord. (540)987-8796 Wood for sale. Lots of hardwood. $75 per , pickup load. Please call (540)987-8215 tic w/warranty. Can dhrr. 703-378-8866. BEDRM - 5pc set NEW IN BOXES. Sell $595. Can deliver. 703-378-8866. Full Size mattress set. Still in plastic. $125. 703-378-8866. Queen Pillow Top Set. New in plastic w/warr. $150. Can deliver. 703-263-7888. For all of your Employment Needs call the Fauquier TimesDemocrat 540-347-4222 Stalls available. Middleburg bam. Indoor, outdoor arenas. Miles of ride-out. 12x rubber matted stalls. Convenient to 3 hunts. $650 full board. 540-454-2938 Blue Heart Kitchen Collection. Dishes & lots of accessories, http ://contact. beckah. com 540-270-7110 Hardwood Flooring: Brazilian Cherry, 3/4 in thick. $2.50sf, 2,145sf. Will seperate. (703)875-2215. HOT TUB: Never used, seats 6, fully loaded, 31 jets, waterfall. MSRP $7298, sell $3500. 571-221-6112. POOL TABLE- 8 ft solid wood, cherry, still in box. 1 in. slate, MSRP $6495 Must sell, $1495. 703-349-1965. — /ff* *73**. r-' AKC German Shep ■ pups, parents on prem, 1 yr health guar, 1st shots & dewrmng ind. 4 females, 3 males. (703)895-3561 for pricing info. Classified Ads Work Cali 347-4222 £ Real Estate for $afe ■ ■■I.'., Aramtetflle, VA $435,009 FOR SALE BY OWNER All Brick 3 bedroom/2 baih Rambler with Attached Garage, 2 Car Detached Garage A storage shed, 1.43 Acres - beautiful landscaping backs to woods. Pond w/waterfail. fountain A bridge. Paved Driveway. Recent Appliances. Formal living A dining rooms: Gas fireplace. Hardwood floors throughout. Sun room 26 x 12: Many extras can convey! This home is a must see! Pfcaae call for an appointment to view this beautiful property. 540-349-3132 Purchaser must pnp-qualify for financing. Realtors Welcome. Dunes My Mtnk Bocb Area Vacation Rcnials. 0»er 950 Hose ad Condos. Benuis is i!i sets ai snce aws. Cawijt iervvr ad CWj! 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Serious inquiries onlyl 540-554-8763. Full elect Wourtitzer Organ. 2 octive foot pedal, many stops. Free to church or non profit organization. 540-347-5836 Loving family hoping to adopt infant, willing to pay legal, medical, exp. Mike/Kate collect anytime (703)378-4811 Ads Work CaH a Rep Today Call 347-4222 FAUqUl STRAY ANIMALS 540-788-9000 t SPCA Visit our homepage at www.fauquierspca.com e-mail fspca@netzero.com for a complete up to date listing Classified ADS WORK! Call Your Rep TODAY! 540-347-4222 or FAX 540-351-0121 Available now for, $800 *100% Healthy puppies, come with shots, wormings, vet checked and champion bloodlines. Breed: Bulldog, Date of Birth: 11/11/2006 (7 weeks old) "Color, white* Registration AKC, health guarantees with all puppies. Email (poneJewisGSyahoaam) OR CALL (206) 984-2859 Auto Parts COUNTER SALES FT/PT Positions 15 Northern VA locations, (Prince William, Loudoun & Fairfax Counties), Full benefits. Can: Fairfax Auto Parts 703-323-5300 CLEANING Need extra money. Want an exciting & challening PT job? We offer a fast paced environment. 540-249-3060 540-820-7638 With 18 Newspapers In Our Times Community Newspapers Group, We've Got Northern Virginia Wrapped upl Call 347-4222 VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY WILLIAM C. METCALF, Plaintiff Case No. CL06:94 v. ROBERT KENNY JARRETT CARL KENNY MARY HUNTER and » Any and all unknown heirs at law of MAGGIE R. HUNTER, WILLIAM HUNTER, MARY WILSON, LOUISE SMITH, WILLIE D. HUNTER, FRANCIS FAULKS, CHARLES HUNTER, EDWARD HUNTER, MARGARET FREEMAN, RUTH STEWART, JEAN KENNY, LAWRENCE KENNY and JARRETT CARL KENNY, if he be dead, all of whom are or may be deceased, or their widows or widowers, heirs, devisees or successors in title, whose names and addresses are unknown and who are made parties Defendant by the general description of PARTIES UNKNOWN; and Any other unknown heirs, devisees, and successors in interest, if any such there be, and unknown parties having or claiming to have any interest in those certain tracts or. parcels of land situate in Hampton Magisterial District, Rappahannock County, Virginia, shown on the Rappahannock County Tax Maps as Tax Map parcels 20A-1-26 and 20A-1-26A comprising Lots 17, 19, 21 and 23 in the Oden Subdivision, having a property address of 11 Oden Lane, Washington, Virginia and being the same property of which MAGGIE R. HUNTER and WILLIE D. HUNTER died, siezed and possessed, and who are made parties Defendant by the general description of PARTIES UNKNOWN; Defendants, ORDER OF PUBLICATION THE OBJECT of the above-styled suit is to partition the following real property situated in Rappahannock County, Virginia and mroe particularly described as follows: PARCEL 1: Tax Map 20A-1-26 ALL THAT certain tract or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in Hampton Magisterial District, Rappahannock County, Virginia and being described as Lots No. 17 and 19 of the Oden Addition to the Town of Washington, as shown on the plat and survey entitled Lots Owned by Jas. L. Oden in South West Washington, VA.' by C.W. Ewing, dated September 4, 1929, and found amongst the tax map records of the Clerk's office of the Circuit Court of Rappahannock County, Virginia. AND BEING the same property conveyed to Maggie R. Hunter by deed from James L. Pullen and Dora Pullen, husband and wife, dated December 30, 1932 and recorded October 19, 1934 in Deed Book 39 at Page 49 amongst the land records of the Clerk's Office and the Circuit Court of Rappahannock County, Virginia. PARCEL 2: Tax Map 20A-1-26A ALL THAT certain tract or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in Hampton Magisterial District, Rappahannock County, Virginia, and being described as Oden Addition B and being located on the West Side of Oden Avenue, Butting, Bounding and measuring to wit: BEGINNING at ta point in the western margin of Oden Avenue at the intersection of the most N.E. corner of Maggie L. Hunter and running perpendicular to Oden Avenue along Hunter N. line, West 100 feet to a point; thence along the East line of Cassie carter and parallel to Oden Avenue, North 50 feet to a point; thence along the South line of Charles Robinson and perpendicular to Oden Avenue; then along the west margin of Oden Avenue, South 50 feet to the point of beginning. Containing one-half acre more or less. AND BEING the same property conveyed to Willie 5. Hunter by deed from James Robert Pullen, dated November 15,1960 in Deed Book 73 at page 291 amongst the land records of the Clerk's office of the Circuit Court of Rappahannock County, Virginia. And it appearing by affidavit filed according to law that due diligence has been used by or on behalf of the Plaintiff to ascertain in what county, city or state the Defendants JARRETT CARL KENNEY and MARY HUNTER reside, without effect; and, I further appearing that the heirs at law of MAGGIE R. HUNTER, WILLIAM HUNTER, MARY WILSON, LOUISE SMITH. WILLIE D. HUNTER, FRANCIS FAULKS. CHARLES HUNTER, EDWARD HUNTER, MARGARET FREEMAN, RUTH STEWART, JEAN KENNY. LAWRENCE KENNY and JARRETT CARL KENNY, who now are or may be deceased, and whose names are unknown, are or may be interested in the subject to be partitioned or disposed of in this suit, if any heirs at law there be. It is therefore ORDERED that all such persons claiming an interest in the land above described appear on or before the 23 day of February. 2007 in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of Rappahannock County, Virginia, Post Office Box 517, 238 Gay Street, Washington, Virginia, 22747, and (to what is necessary to protect their interests. It is further ORDERED that this order be published once a week for four successive weeks in the Rappahannock News, a newspaper of general circulation in the County of Rappahannock; that a copy of this order be posted at the front door of the courthouse wherein this court is held; and that a copy of this order be mailed to each defendant at the address shown by the aforesaid affidavit and which is listed above. ENTERED this 2§ day of Decemeber. 2007. /S/Diane Bruce Clerk of the Circuit Court I ask for this: /s/Doualas K. Baumgardner Douglas K. Baumgardner (VSB #15989) Michael T. Brown (VSB #43879) Counsel for Plaintiff Baumgardner and Brown, PLC 211A Main Street P.O. Box 270 Washington, Virginia 22747 Telephone (540)675-3617 Facsimile (540)676-3225 - * DENTAL ASSISTANT exp. dental asst needed in Haymarket VA office, Must have excel clinical, communication and customer service skills, Generous benefits. Call: (703)753-7077 or fax resume to: 703-753-6973 DRIVERS/ DELIVERY Full-time and parttime positions. AM & PM shifts. Full benefits. year-round work, not seasonal. Locations in Loudoun, Prince William & Fairfax Counties. Fairfax Auto Parts 703-323-5300 FmH Time 1 Emptoymant I .,,4L iiiiitiiiiiiliM.1 Electricians Low voltage contractor needs qualified candidates 5+ yrs exp in commercial const. Journeyman of Master's lie. req'd. Exc benes. www.ctsi-usa.com. Fax resumes: 703-631-3396 Attn: HR or email jobs@ctsi-usa.com EOE Pay for your home over 30 YEARS. Find it in about 30 MINUTES Times Classified 347-4222 GLAZIER Experienced ! commercial glazier wanted (new constr, door repairs, glass re- - placement, mirrors). Must have excellent driving record and own tools. Call Aker* Glass Co. at 703-729-9095 In-Home Support Services, Inc. Seeking a mature, reliable professional LPN or RN For management position. (540)727-9539 Fax resume: (540)727-9549 Attn: Pam PRETRIAL OFFICER Community Corrections Position with Loudoun County Office of Community Corrections. Responsible for interviewing and investigating incarcerated pretrial defendants charged with violating criminal laws and evaluating their suitability for community supervision. Prepare bond recommendations/risk assessments for Court. Supervise defendants placed into the program by the Courts, including monitoring all conditions of bond, drug testing, criminal record checks and treatment verification. Testify in Court as needed. Complete the defendants' application for Court-appointed 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. Must have a VC1N 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: $42,140 - $56,889/yr) 07-286 Closes: 02/09/2007 Additional information and required application contact web site: www.loudoun.gov 'arararannrinrww'ifwwwjarwwirarw-tfwwwwirwwiraf JTimes. Community Newspapers Freelance writer for home improvement features needed for monthly newspaper submissions for our real estate section, with the potential for weekly submissions based upon experience and knowledge. Requirements: Basic knowledge of Associated Press Style Manual or minimum 2-3 years experience writing for a magazine or newspaper Ability to meet strict deadlines Demonstrate resourcefulness in information gathering Be able to write about a diverse range of topics in home improvement and remodeling Job description: Write 2-3 feature stories per month Provide photos or opportunities for photo shoots Work closely with the real estate editor Provide a consistent flow of ideas in topics of home improvement and/or remodeling Interested applicants should send a resume and salary requirements to: Human Resources, 13873 Park Center Road, Suite 301, Herndon, Virginia 20171, email to HumanResource@timespapers.com, or tax to 703.433.9754. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. RECRUITMENT ADVERTISING MANAGER Interested in an innovative company excited about moving from a traditional newspaper company to a multiplatform news and Information service, then this Job is for you! Times CnwimiiiH-jr Xewspapers, a Northern Virginia group publisher of 14 weekly community newspapers spanning over six counties, is looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated person to provide positive company-wide leadership over the Central Classified Advertising Department. Applicants should have work proven leadership skills as we rience in recruitment field, as personnel and process Knowledge plus. Offer competitive group benefits and a solid compensation plan with base pay arid lucrative performance incentives. To become a part of this high-quality, high-growth organization, send resume and salary requirements to HmnanReswnrce^Umes or tonrceiaiiuKsnapers.i fax 703435-9751 EOE Times Community Newspapers, the largest local newspaper group in Northern Virginia is looking for a Full-time ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT to join its team in Reston, Virginia. Duties: * Monitor operations of the entire department. * Serve as a liaison between all departments. * Coordinate department reports. * Answer phones. Qualifications: * Strong organizational skills and administrative talents. * Able to multi-task. * Pleasant telephone manner. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Must have computer experience. * You must be highly motivated, and be able to work independently. * Must be prompt and dependable. Times Community Newspapers Offers: * Health and Dental Insurance * 40IK - Retirement Savings Plan * Short and Long Term Disability * Group Term Life Insurance * Social Security/Medicare * Personal Leave Bank * Paid Holidays (Including'your Birthday!) * Wide ranging job training programs * Career Growth Development Programs * Complimentary Classified Advertising * Credit Union Membership Equal Employment Opportunity If interested, please email your resume to HumanResource@timespapers.com or fax to (703) 435.9754, Attn: Jaicin Lowe, Human Resources.

BOOKKEEPER Bookkeeper/Data Entry Person needed immediately. Must be familiar with processing invoices for payment, Monthly billings general office duties. Computer literate ’ Fax Resume to 540-347-0525 or email to: mbushong@gcablnet.com Housekeeper needed for large home in The Plainssalary $12.50-$17 depending on schedule and experience; Possible live-in, must like dogs. Respond to Donald Marro email: LSCIancy@crossllnk.net fax: 540-253-5607 phone: 540-253-5309 •Meat Cutters •Butcher •Sausage Maker •Plant Manager & •Packager for butcher shop in Fauquier Co. Must have professional experience in meat industry. Top pay & Benefits. Come join our growing team! 540-439-7227 Commissioned Based Financial Products Sales Person Our product has been called The most dynamic new financial product In the financial Industry today and This product will change retirement savings for the next 100 years. Build your own book of business with a US patent protected financial product. Top producers could retire in 3 years with a life long stream of income of over $250,000 annually or more. Female applicant's encouraged. Send resume to: glenarmand@kisstrust.com WE ARE CROWING! Join Our Team! U.S. Foodservice, a leading distributor in the foodservfce Industry, is currently hiring for our Manassas. VA Distribution Center. • Maintenance Mechanic • Buyer/Procurement we offer an excellent compensation package Including medical, dental, disability, 401 (k) plan, direct deposit, flexible spending plans, and employee stock purchase plan. All applicants must successfully pass a background investigation and drug screen. Please forward your resume or letter of interest to recrultsoousfood.com or apply In person Mon-Frl 8:30am-4pm. OC. US FOODSERVICE MANASSAS Attn: Human Resources Dept. 11994 Livingston Road Manassas, va 20109 fax 703-331-3280 EOE/AA/M/F/D/V I AUTO KOONS OF MANASSAS PARTS SALES ADVISORS We have what you need! Manassas location, new facility and great work environment. Don't drive by - stop here. Award winning dealership seeks GM Parts Sales Advisors to support very busy service dept, and retail counter. Previous GM Parts experience a plus. We offer: • 401 (k)/Medical/Dental • Monthly bonuses after 90 days • Paid vacation • Flexible schedule • Competitive wages • Top notch air conditioned facility For confidential interview, call Paul Reeves at (703)366-1016. FAX: resume with cover letter to (703)365-8117 or e-mail Dreeves@arabthewheel.com Kooos of Manassas Drug Free and EOE KENNEL ASSISTANT PT, nights & weekends only. 540-937-3283 Fauquier Times-Democrat ADS WORK Call 347-4222 Career in Real Estate Are you ready? Want to find out? 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Must interact well with co-workers, excellent computer and internet skills, and be accustomed to a significant amount of paperwork and project responsibilities done in small team environment. Need great initiative, with strong negotiation and follow-up skills. Property development, sales and management in retail, office and residential fields a plus. Excellent pay and benefits to the right candidate. Great long-term career potential. Smoke free environment. Pleas* email resume to rlxevvIllepropertvdevassIstantD vahoo.com or by fax to (540)937-7011 Community SALES Classified Advertising Full-time Leesburg, VA Sales Executives Full-time and Rut-time Reston, Alexandria, Leesburg, VA Sales Coordinator Full-time Reston, VA -Level tives Full-time and Part-time Reston, Alexandria, Leesburg, VA Sales For the complete list of Employment Opportunities, visit: Times Community Ne Equal Opportunity! a ers is an ployer 13873 Park Center Road Ste 801 Herndon. Virginia 30171 Email tor HamaaRei »• Fax to 703-433-9734 SO PHONE CALLS PLEASE MANAGEMENT Two Person Management Teams for MD & VA's largest self storage company. Benefits include on-site residence, $9 to $9.50 hrly rate, incentive compensation plan, company paid medical, 401K plan with match, pd. vac/sick leave, team compensation pkg of $60-75 K per yr. Prev. storage exp. nojt necessary, retail exp. is req'd. Apply on-line at www. ezstoraee.com or call 877-GO STORE (877-467-8673) Ray ext 13008. MANAGER and/or FT Help needed on 125 ac farm near Warrenton with 12 to 16 horses. Must have exp. handling, grooming & hand walking TB foals, yearlings & broodmares. Exp with all aspects of farm maintenance. Medical, dental, vision prescription benefits. (540)428-1775 Fauquier Times-Democrat ADS WORK Call 347-4222 Over The Road Driver for AmeriGas Propane, Cylinder Exchange division at it's Bealeton facility. Loads and un-loads pallets at each location as required, forklift certification training provided. Deliveries generally throughout VA, MD, NC, other states possible. Occasional overnight runs possible, but not routine. Requirements: CDL, Class A with Hazmat endorsement. Must be available to work a non-traditional schedule, when necessary. This is a full-time position. We offer a highly competitive hourly wage, a complete benefits program to include medical, RX, and dental benefits. Submit resume by fax: 540-439-2658, email: dave.bamard@amerlgas.com or apply In person: 6223 Energy Road, Bealeton vEOE/AA/M/F/D/V (JLUUCS Community *. vv --r nr„ ; ACCOUVTEVG Account Collection Representative - Full-time Herndon, VA 2 years minimum collection experience Accounts Receivable Clerk Full-time Herndon, VA For the complete list of Employment Opportunities, visit: www.ThMesCoiM—wwIty.coMi Times Community Newspapers is an Equal Opportunity Employer Interested applicant* shonld send a resume and salary tlaicin Lowe 18878 Park Center Road Ste 801 Herndon, Virginia 80171 Entail to: HMMtaaResonrce# Fax to 708-48S-9754 Classified Sales Consultant Timet Community Newspapers, a major Northern Virginia publisher, is looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated person with a strong desire to sell and interact with local business owners. Responsibilities include selling print and on-line advertising through standard sales practices including extensive telephone contact, direct-mail sales efforts, blast-faxes, email broadcasts, web-site promotions, telemarketing, etc. Position available in Leesburg, Virginia. Applicant should be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and searching the web for leads and should possess strong written and verbal communication skills. Great career advancement opportunity and management track for performers. TCN offers competitive benefits and a solid compensation plan with base pay, commission and incentives. To become a part of this high-quality, high-growth organization, send resume and salary requirements to: humanresource@timespapers.com or fax 703.435.5497. (Times Community ewspapers EOE f A j Ful Time V- ■ - ~ y Mechanic Truck Competitive Pay! M-F 3-11:30PM Paid Holidays/ Vacation/Sick! Health Ins/40 IK! Experience Needed All Thick Repair 800-932-4001 Social Services BSW/MSW w/ experience, PTFT,Provide support to patients and families, home visits, mileage, benefits, caring team setting w/Hosptce of the Rapidan. Resumes to: erossi@hotr. org. WAREHOUSE HELP Precision Doors & Hardware is seeking someone for various warehouse duties. Ideal candidate will be able to lift 80+ lbs. and have a clean driving record. PDHI offers a full benefit package including 401k plan. Apply in person to: 42211 Cochran Mill Rd, Leesburg. VA or call 703-669-2900 Your AD Could BE HERE Call 347-4222 MEDICAL OFFICE MANAGER Needed for busy 10 provider family practice group in Warrenton, VA. Responsibilities include front & back office supervision. Knowledge of electronic medical records and strong computer skills a plus. Competitive salary and benefits. Please fax resume to: 540-341-4766 or e-mail to: PiedmontFP@gmail. com GUEST SERVICES Warrenton, VA FOOD SERVICE & HOUSEKEEPING DEPARTMENTS Now accepting application for: SERVICE ATTENDANTS Must have customer service skills. Duties include: Food Service, serving customers, food set-up and cleaning. Housekeeping, hotel & office style cleaning. Starting salary $12.87. Ability to obtain a top-secret clearance. Complete benefits package. Call 540-347-8322 for application package. EOE - M/F/V/D ADMIN ASSISTANT Large Thoroughbred racehorse breeding farm in Fauquier County, VA is seeking an experienced Administrative Assistant for full time position in small office. Primary responsibilities include bookkeeping and human resources management. Other duties include but are not limited to filing, data entry, reception, drafting of memos and reports, tracking inventory and assisting with special projects. Applicant should be a sen starter that has excellent interpersonal skills, is highly motivated and organized with great attention to detail and ability to multi-task. Working knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office and QuickBooks and ability to keep staff records and other sensitive information confidential is also required. Compensation is commensurate with experience and includes salary and benefits.. Respond by fax or email to (540) 347-5807 or cbaker@hughes.net. MANAGING EDITOR needed for busy news operation in Warrenton, Virginia, 45 miles southwest of Washington, D.C. This position involves day-to-day newsroom management, story assignment, editing and page design for paid Wednesday hard-news newspaper (15,000 circulation) and Friday Weekend edition (10,000 circulation), plus editorial oversight of a weekly free publication (15,000). Ability to direct and motivate staff, work with production department, and meet deadlines for regular editions and special issues is critical. Familiarity with electronic publication will be helpful. This is a hands-on position requiring leadership, a solid knowledge of the community newspaper business, and a track record to back it up. Salary commensurate with experience. Full benefits including paid vacation/sick leave, medical and life insurance, and 401K plan. As part of Times community Newspapers of Northern Virginia, we offer opportunity for advancement. Apply with resume, special qualifications and references to itolcrCn iimespaners.com. or via regular mail to John Toler, Executive Editor Fauquier Times-Democrat PO Box 631, Warrenton. VA 20188 lews pa pars i IIUI jyqj, I | New Opening FARM EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT Prominent area news executive seeks bright, fulltime Executive Assistant for his Home Office administration of large farm and manage its family riding stable between Middleburg and Warrenton. Pleasant disposition and Microsoft Office computer proficiency required. Salary and benefits include free home with total compensation over $50,000, subj e c t to qualifications. Start date flexible to applicant. Fax 703-478-6691 or email: p b r o w n @ timespapers.com This Could Be YOUR AD! Call Today to Place an AD! 347-4222 or Fax 351-0121 D I I COOK Thornton River Grill is seeking lead line cook Nights and weekends. Excellent exposure and growth potential. Call Andy, (540)987-8185 Retail Supervisors and Merchandisers Bell Nursery, a nationally recognized grower of bedding plants and nursery stock, has immediate openings for Store Supervisors and Merchandisers at local garden centers. F/T and seasonal positions are available.' Successful candidates will begin paid, on-the-job training immediately. Please view job descriptions and apply online at www.bellimpact. com. For Your Employment Needs call Times Community Newspapers Call 347-4222 Airlie Center Join die Airlie team. VVe offer competitive waijcs, excellcnl benefits including; 101K. tuition assistance, meals, vacation, incentive program, anti a positive work environment. Position requires flexible flours, with some weekends and holidays. 3rd Shift Security Guard Full-Time •Excellent communication skills •Experience a must •Retired law enforcement and military encouraged to apply Airlia Cantor 6809 Aizlia Road Wmntmi, Virgmii 20187 540-428-7113 (ax HR&Airliaarom Equal Opportunity Hmployar CLASSIFIED SALES CONSULTANT limes Community Newspapers, a major Northern Virginia publisher, is looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated person with a strong desire to sell and interact with local business owners. Responsibilities include selling print and on-line advertising through standard sales practices including extensive telephone contact, direct-mail sales efforts, blast-faxes, email broadcasts, web-site promotions, telemarketing, etc. Position available in Leesburg, Virginia Applicant should be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and searching the web for leads and should possess strong written and verbal communication skills. Great career advancement opportunity and management track for performers. TCN offers competitive benefits and a solid compensation plan with base pay, commission and incentives. To become a part of this high-quality, high-growth organization, send resume and salary requirements to humanresource^timespapers.com or tax 703.435.5497. PImm apply to: E0E Newspapers Busy Seven Physician Orthopaedic specialty practice looking for qualified applicants in the following positions: Medical Assistant FT Medical Assistant to assist w/patients in our clinical area. Experience working w/patients a must; EMT or CNA training a plus. Certified Professional Coder Excellent verbal, written and computer skills required. Coding needs for ICD-9 and CPT coding of inpatient and outpatient professional charges. Support services for documentation review, encounter review, rejection and denials. Candidate must have one to two years experience in orthopedic surgical coding. Medical Transcriptlonlst Full or part time experienced medical transcriptionist needed to work in house. Hours are M-F 8:30-5pm or 8-4:30. To learn more about BROA please visit our website at www.broava.com. To apply, forward resume to: Attn: L.Spence Fax: (540)347-0492 Mail: 52 West Shirley Avenue Warrenton, VA 20186 lspence@broava.com ——————— WARRENTON OVERLOOK HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER A 115 bed Skilled Long Term Care Facility has the following employment opportunities available: + ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF NURSING-RN ❖ MDS COORDINATOR-RN ❖ STAFF DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR - RN ❖ CHARGE NURSE - RN or LPN 3pm-11 pm & Weekend Program ❖ CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT 7am-3pm, 3pm-11pm & Weekend Program We offer flexible 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 membership, 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 taylorc@faucjuterhospital.org LPN-RN-MA Phlebotomists Busy medical office in Wanenton seeks experienced, friendly, customer-oriented, energetic, team-oriented person for clinical position. Full time/parttime, benifits. Salar commensurate with experience, lb apply fax resume w/ ref’s to 540-341-7091 < Times Community Newspapers. We are where the readers are. Hispanic Outreach Coordinator Hospice of the Rapidan has an immediate opening for a Hispanic Outreach Coordinator. Responsible for designing and implementing an outreach program for expanding awareness of hospice services in the Hispanic/Latino communities in Fauquier, Culpeper, Orange, Madison and Rappahannock Counties. P/T initially with potential for F/T. Spanish required Healthcare background and degree in social work pfd Email resumes to info@hotr.org Times Community Newspapers. We are where the readers are.v

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Citizenship or U.S. National • High school diploma, GF.D or equivalent, or one year of security or aviation screening experience * English proficiency * Pre-employment medical evaluation • Pass a background/credit check Please apply online at: www.tsajobs.com 1-800-887-1895 TTY: 1-800-887-5506 ortation Transport Security Administration TS A is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Advertising National Account Manager Veteran sales person w/strong newspaper track record v w/national-based & large regional major accounts has opportunity to fill rare opening on dynamic sales team of Washington’s highly successful community newspaper network of 99 newspapers/1.3 million total circulation. Solid client base + active business development. Position reports to the president. Top earnings potential. Excellent benefits. Qualified applicants may send confidential resume & salary reqirements to Terry Andersson: Washington Suburban Press Network 11710 Plaza America Drive, Suite 420 Reston, VA 20190 fax 703-904-1009 or tandersson@wspnet.com Sales Coordinator Airlie Conference C.enler is recruiting tor a full-ume Sales Coordinator. Position requires excellent word processing and communication skills, organized approach to work, attention to detail, and friendly demeanor. Ability to be creative and experience with \1S Office and Delphi/Breeze a plus. Airlie Center offeis competitive wages and an excellent benefits package including health, dental and life insurance, paid vacation, 401 (k) plan, employee meals and tuition reimbursement. r Conference Planning Manager 1 The Conference Planning Manager is responsible for tfye planning and coordinating of all conference group related activities. The Planning Manager will act as the primarv liaison between the client and staff of the property, with the focus on meeting and exceeding the expectations with every interaction to ensure a successful meeting. The incumbent will have established goals and objectives. There will be some focus on direct sales and vield efforts and will play a kev role as a management team member. Basic Requirements: • Minimum two years hotel, catering/conference of meeting planning experience, preferably. • Service Oriented • Strong Organizational Skills • Excellent Communication Skills • Detail and Goal Oriented • Proficient in Basic Computer Skills i.e., Word, Excel, etc. • DELPHI Experience a plus • College Education is a Plus * Qualified applicants should forward resume and salary requirements to: Airlie Center 6809 Airlie Road, Warrenton, VA 20187 Fax to 540-428-7113 E-mail - HR@airlie.com is Community Newsfr 888-351-1660 1 Fax 540-351-0121 J Community N^-.vsj CIRCULATION Circulation Distribution Manager Full-time Reston, VA For the complete list of Employment Opportunities, visit: www.TlmesCoMUMUMlty.coM> Times Community Newspapers is an Equal Opportunity Employer Interested applicants should send a resume and salary requirements to: JaJcin Lowe 13873 Park Center Road Ste 301 Herndon. Virginia 30171 Email to: Human Resourced timespapefs.com or Fax to 703-405-9754 EDITORIAL Editor Full-time Warrenton, VA Reporter Full-time Berryville, VA Reporter Full-time Alexandria, VA For the complete list of Employment Opportunities, visit: www.TtmesComniimlty.eoiM Times Community Newspapers is an Equal Opportunity Employer Interested applicants should send a resume and salary requirements to: Human Resources 18S78 Park Center Road Ste 301 Herndon, Virginia 20171 Email to: HumanResouree# tflmespapers.cdm or Fax to 703-435-9754 SO PHONE CALLS PLEASE YOUR AD! CALL 540-347-4222 OR FAX 540-351-0121 r THIS COULD BE J 1991 Sedan Cadillac Deville. 4.9 port fuel injection, V8, white ext, blue int. all power. CD & XM/AM/FM radio, low mileage, 4 doors, exc cond. 12mo safety inspection sticker, new tires, owners manual. $3895. (540)439-3259 1998 Chevy Malibu, all power, AM/FM/ Cassette, looks great & runs grt, 96K. $2990. (540)547-4234 1998 Dodge Stratus, 4dr, grt gas saver, 4cyl, 2.4L, auto, PW, PL, runs grt. $3200. (540)341-0374 2003 Ford Taurus, 4dr, 91K, runs good, $5000. (703)926-5992 2003 Honda Civic LX: Tan, AM/FM/CD. excel cond, 65k, $10,800/ obo. (703)777-2166. 2004 Chrysler Crossfire, exc cond, fully loaded, 6spd, 29K. $21,500. Call (540)347-9093 2005 Honda Civic EXSE, red, 34.5K, 5spd, moonroof, CD/ MP3, 40+mpg $13,990 540-987-9226 '87 Mercedes Benz: Diesel. Sunroof, am/fm cass Good cond. 130k mi. $ 2 3 0 0. (540)222-5952. '87 Pontiac Trans AM, T-Tops, 305 TPI, 5 sp, digital dash, SLP exhaust, $1900/obo 917-400-6638 94' Mercury Sable Wagon LS. All . pwr, looks & runs great, updated VA inspec & emlss, full size spare. 703-327-4550. '95 Mazda Protege: 112k mi, 4dr, current insp, CD, sunrf, runs fine. Body dented, needs brake work. $850/obo. 703-932-2242 96 Cadillac Deville, blk, 160K, good cond, $2,995. (540)937-4553 96 FORD TAURUS: Gray, 120k mi. Good cond. 6cyl. VA insp. $1595. Aft 5pm wkdys 703-623-1655. '96 VW Passat, navy blue, 5sp, 6 cd changer, $3650 (540)347-1656 '97 Chevy Monte Carlo, auto, AC, great cond, $2950/obo. 540-908-4965 7 703-585-3096 97 Chrysler TNC LXI. Lthr seats, extended cab, Pwr door/wind. 131k mi. $4200/OBO. Steve 240-464-8131. ■97 Ford Crown Victoria: Tinted/elec windows. New tires, great cond. 120k mi. $2500. (703)973-4051. 97' Volvo, 960 Sed. Exel cond, 137k mi, AM/FM/ CD/CASS, Pro. maint. 21/28 mpg $4700 703-779-7610 703-431-2473. 99 Chevrolet Malibu LS: V-6, power windows, mirrors, locks, keyless entry. 25k mi. Excel cond. My 83-yr old mother drove it to church & seniors. $7600. 703-771-7860. Chrysler, 1999, Town & Country Ixi van. Seats 7, all leather, heated seats, all power, tow package, low miles on tires, CD player, one owner, 93,000 miles. $4,000. 703-777-6303 Honda, '96, Accord. V6, all power, 100K mi. Good reliable cond. $3200. 540-338-5081 Hyundai 2000 Elantra GLS Sedan: 5 spd, 4 dr, A/C, PS. PW, PL, AM/FM/CASS, Dual air bags. Safe, dependable. Runs greatl $2700/obo BB $3,335. 540-554-8879. Mercury 88 Sable Wagon: 3.8, V6, fully loaded. Good cond. runs, needs work. Best offer. (703)779-2336. Toyota 01 4 Runner: Great cond. 4WD, low mi, AC, PS, PW, PDL, Cruise. Dual Airbags. AM/FM/CD, Snroof, Run Brds, Roof Rack, Tow Pkg. New tires. $15K/OBO. Meredith 703-409-4092. '97 Mallard RV w/ hitch, Top Cond, 31ft, sleeps 9 total, 540-987-9325 or 540-987-9238. 04 Honda Pilot EXL, 45 K, silver w/gray Ithr, htd sts/mirrors. 4WD. Must sell $18,800/obo. (540)428-2273 evenings b/f 8pm 2002 Excursion Ltd: Turbo diesel. 4wd, 70k mi. Like new. OVD sys, Ithr, tow pkg. $22,900. (703)795-5019 2004 Ford Expedition, Eddiq Bauer, all Ithr, 29K, backup censors, tow pkg. $25,000. (540)371-9296 93 Toyota Land Cruiser, exc cond, brush guard, 144K, new brakes, runs exc. $8,200. (540)347-7206 94 Isuzu Rodeo LS. 132K mi. V6, Runs Grl, AT, all pwr. Cruise, Tilt, good A/C & Heat. $2500, 540-497-1560 94 Isuzu Trooper. 4WD. 5spd, clean, maintenance up to date, 135K. $3,400. (540)347-1656 r A Sport UtWty VMiidss • ■ v _—J 97 JEEP Grand Cherokee, loaded, red, 4x4, auto, 87K mis, hitch & roof rack, $5200. 540-222-2599 Ford '94 Explorer, 4wd, A/T, Ithr, sunroof, tow pkg. Runs good. Orig. owner. 230K hwy mi. $2,000. 540-554-2220. JEEP 94 Grand Cherok: 4x4 V6 194K, 1 own, New Sirius Sat, New AM/FM/CD $3,850 703-349-3463. '00 Chevy Silverado 1500 4wd, Z71 pkg, fully loaded, Tono cover, 74k mi. $15k/ OBO. (540)668-9023 01 Ford F350 SuperDuty Dually PU, 4dr, 7.3L, Diesel, auto, 5th whl, 16 5 K, $15,500. (202)438-7045 01' Toyota Tacoma 4x4. Blk 4cl 5sp man, 109k miles, extra cab, ac, tonneau cover, K&N filter. $9500 firm 571-228-5553. 05 Ford F250 4x4 crew cab, 4dr, low miles, King Ranch pkg, tow pkg. $27,900. (540)229-4134 05GMC SIERRA. 1500, w/ V6 Vortec motor, wht / beige int. auto, tilt, 33K mis, New ARE cap. $9,700. 540-987-9434 2000 Chevy Silverado Z71, 4x4, ext. cab, loaded, clean, 89K. $1 1 ,500/obo. (540)829-8444 2000 Ford SVT Lightning, 39k, Red, hard bed cover, at, CD changer, 360 hp, 540-270-7230 $18,100 obo 2003 Dodge Dakota SLT Quad, 4.7L, 40K, 2WD, Custom Cap, PW, PL, cruise, tilt. 540-341-0933 $16,900 93 GMC Sierra WT, 4WD, AC, V6, auto, bedliner, good tires, 50K on engine. $3900. (540)349-4318 97 Ford F-150 XLT, 61K, 4x4, 5spd manual, 4.2L V-6, cap. Asking $8500. (540)347-9595 (540)272-9849 '98 Dodge Ram 1500 ExtCab w/Bed Liner 125k mi. Runs great. KBB $7,050/Best Offer. (703)932-4499. 99 Chevy 2500: 4x4, extra cab, 8ft bed w/cab. 188k mi. $7500/ OBO. '97 Ford E-150: 182k mi. $3500/060. (703)472-3331. '01 Chrysler Town & County Van, AM/FM/ CD, pwr doors. 112K mis, $5500. (540)341-8896 2001 Ford Windstar, Ltd. all power doors, new . tires, entertain pkg, grt ’ family car. $7500. (571)237-8218 95 Mercury Villager: 125k mi, good cond, drk grn. All maintenance records avail $2600, 703-464-0232. '98 Dodge Grand Caravan: Ail Pwr. 2 sliding drs. 125k mi. Crrt insp/ emiss. Gd cond. $2600. (703)771-8405. 98 Pontiac Tran Sport: Extended. Extra clean, fully loaded w/TV. 97k miles. $5100. (540)338-3511. FORD '95 250 Cargo Service Van w/ shelves & bins. Must see. $2900. 703-723-1590 Ford, '95, Windstar. 93K, loaded, runs well, needs work. $900/obo. (703)729-2663. GMC 3/4T 6.2L, diesel. 4spd, 22mpg, New starter, alt, tires, brakes, batteries, glow plugs, wprs, hdlts, $2095. (540)439-2342 When you’re trying to reach Qualified job applicants, use 'a newspaper that’s qualified for the job! To advertise in the Times Community Newspapers Job Update Call 540-347-4222 or FAX 540-351-0121