Rappahannock News, June 7, 2007

Rappahannock County ’s Family Newspap&r Sijice 1877 s„si*3 e§ g> s8 c J> 152 z± 50 211 ro w ro 'iD I u <0 o Ul (0-t*C .. —t Dm m z*j CTi z M 3> O H n M H 10 « 10 129th Year ... No. 23 Phone (540)675-3338 THURSDAY, JUNE 7, 2007 WWW.RAPPNEWS.COM 50 CENTS Living Towns event sparks enthusiasm By Kevin Allen Rappahannock News Staff Writer Class was back in session last week at The Schoolhouse in Sperryville. Some 100 people flocked to the Living Tbwns workshop on May 31 to share their ideas and concerns for guiding growth and preservation in the Piedmont’s small towns. The annual event has been sponsored by the Rappahannock-Rapidan Regional Commission for the past six years. The commission serves Culpeper, Fauquier, Madison, Orange and Rappahannock counties, but this year was the first time the workshop has been held in Rappahannock. The aim of the Living Tbwns program is to help neighboring jurisdictions better cooperate and share ideas about how to preserve the character, environment and economy of the region. A diverse group of speakers - from government officials to entrepreneurs to nonprofit directors - participated in panels on area identity, community development and planning. Perhaps the clearest message that came from the meeting was that high-speed Internet will be the key to future economic success in rural areas. Chris Thompson, a policy analyst for the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development, said that some 80 percent of new jobs are generated by small businesses. Those start-ups are usually located in homes and rely on high-speed Internet connections. Localities do not have to rely on large businesses for economic development, he said. But they need access to the Web to be a viable business communities. Keynote speaker and Washington Post reporter Joel Garreau said the .Internet is having more of an effect than airplanes or automobiles on _ urbanity. The Web allows people to live for away from traditional job centers and work from home as long as a network connection is available. Those employees, no longer tethered to the big city, are leaving urban jungles in search of “villages and vistas,* Garreau said. Apy ^ are bring Photo by Mike Flynn GET ON THE BUS: Barbara Adolfi greets passengers as they embark on a tour of Rappahannock County. ing their appetites for things like fine dining and boutique shopping. “You’re seeing places that are urbane without being urban,” he said. A sense of place There are many areas that have the goods to lure tourists and their wallets off the beaten path. But sometimes it takes the proper packaging - or “branding” as it was often called during Living Tbwns - to help travelers figure out how to take advantage of a region’s unique and interesting characteristics. Ibdd Christenson described the example of the Crooked Road, which is Virginia’s Heritage Music Trail in the southwestern part of the state. The 250-mile route connects'historic country music venues in 10 counties. The Crooked Road began in 2003 as an idea to generate tourism and economic development based on the Appalachian region’s unique musical heritage. It has been an enormous success and demonstrated how existing resources can be marketed in an organized way that attracts visitors. Along those lines, Thompson said the various towns, villages and counties of a region should work to complement each other, rather than compete. Lake a “string of pearls,” one’s success benefits the whole and makes a region more of a draw, he said. Sarah Cohen recounted how she made her Route 11 potato chip factory in Middletown a destination by building a window to the factory floor. Tburists quickly began arriving by the bus load to see how her niche-market chips with flavors like dill pickle, habanero and sweet potato were made. Cohen spoke above the constant sound of crunching, as the crowd at The Schoolhouse happily munched on samples of her chips. Another theme at the workshop was that tourists are looking for authentic place* to spend their time. They don’t want to vacation in a land of McMansions and chain stores. Rappahannock News Staff Photo Kevin Allen IN SESSION: Some 100 people attended the sixth annual Living Towns workshop on May 31 at The Schoolhouse in Sperryville. Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Kevin Allen KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Author and Washington Post reporter Joel Garreau spoke about the changing lifestyle of the Piedmont. Aesthetics are important, said Covington City Manager Claire Collins. Scenic, rural areas connect people to a place and make them feel k-goo^dMMt it, she said. But it takes -a focused community effort to maintain that character. Large agricultural tracts in rural areas are in danger of being gobbled up by developers who approach farmers before the land is even on the market, she said. Comprehensive plans are very important tools for communities to guide their growth, and those plans must be kept up to date. “Failure to plan is planning to fail,” she said. An ideal host For many attendees at the workshop, Rappahannock is a shining example of a community that has managed to preserve its rural and historic character. County Administrator John McCarthy explained to the crowd that Rappahannock is well preserved through a combination of citizen effort and circumstance. The county has no railroads, no interstate highways, no airports and is not on the way to any major population center. That isolation has pluses and minuses, he said. It’s great for preserving Rappahannock’s scenery and rural character. It’s not so great for luring businesses that contribute to See TOWNS, Page A3 a Rappahannock News Staff Photo Kevin Allen SCENIC RIVER: The Jordan River flows for 12.2 miles from Shenandoah National Park to its confluence with the Rappahannock River. Supervisors back scenic designation for Jordan River By Kevin Allen Rappahannock News Staff Writer The Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors supported a movement Monday to protect the Jordan River under a voluntary state program. The board authorized the Department of Conservation and Recreation to evaluate the Jordan’s fitness for inclusion in the commonwealth’s Scenic Rivers program. Beginning in Shenandoah National Park, the Jordan winds 12.2 miles through Bean Hollow and Hint Hill through a mostly pristine area with several conservation easements before its confluence with the Rappahannock River. The DOR’S Lynn Clump said at the supervisors’ monthly meeting that the Scenic Rivers designation puts no restrictions on how adjacent landowners can use their land. The program is a voluntary action between local and Rappahannock News P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747 (540) 675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) V state governments, she said. But the designation has several advantages, Crump said. For example, the state has no eminent domain See RIVER, Page A2 Wakefield celebrates graduation By Kathie Russo Special to the Rappahannock News The steady rain that fell Sunday evening could not dampen, the spirits of the 17 Wakefield Country Day School (WCDS) students who were the focus of the school’s 2007 closing ceremonies. Family, faculty, and friends, along with the entire upper school student body, gathered in the Leonard M. Cowherd auditorium to celebrate the end of another year, congratulating the seniors on their accomplishments and recognizing students for their work during the academic year. The evening was marked by mixed emotions, as speakers recounted shared experiences - both victories and sorrows, as well as humorous moments, during the journey to graduation day. Father Robert DeMartino of St. Peter’s parish delivered the invocation, in which he quoted from the Book of Sirach, and then the audience sang “The Star Spangled Banner.” Introductory remarks were given by Head of School Kathleen Grove, who said, in part, “The 2007 Wakefield Country Day School seniors are a remarkable group of young men and women. They have worked hard to arrive at this point, and they share Photo by R egard LvKes OWLS TAKE FLIGHT: Wakefield Country Day School held their graduation ceremonies on Sunday, June 3. Pictured in the front row (t-r):Jody Green, Megan Baker, Catriona Toth, and Peter Kim; second row, Patrick Dale, Chantel Paul, Kate Kevis, and Ho Sung Woo; third row, Jong Lim, Dan Carrier, Ben Luke, Saawan Mehta, and Se-Youn Lim; back row, Shane Parker, Kevin Riedel, Bora Ercanturk, and Emir Arsalan many common experiences and values which will provide the foundation for their achievements in the future. They take with them strong knowl edge, strong skills, and strong values, and they never truly leave the See WAKEFIELD. Page A2 Faces of Rapp Pat Saftonstall has made Rappahannock County her home for dose to 30 years. See Page B1. Going green Foster Harris House has added a “green’ flavor to their menu and it’s a winner. See Page A5. What a hoot! The Rappahannock Animal Welfare League fund raiser was a houn’ dawg hoedown blast. See Page B1. Regional jail? Page County has pulled out and Shenandoah isn’t happy. What’s the latest on the regional jail? See Page A3. . v

chief of staff to lobby for Dominion By John H. Arundel Rappahannock News Staff Writer Sen. John Warner (R-YA) has lost his chief of staff to the Richmond-based energy company Dominion Resources. Ann Loomis, who became Warner’s chief of staff last year after 18 year as his legislative director, has joined Dominion as its director of federal government relations. Loomis had been the senator’s principal staffer on the Senate Committee on the Environment and Public Works. Loomis reached retirement age this year, and decided to enter the private sector. “Ann was with Sen. Warner longer than just about anyone in this office,” Warner spokesman John Ullyot told The Hill newspaper. Last year Loomis replaced Warner’s longtime chief of staff, Susan Magill. Warner, at age 80, is still debating whether to run for reelection in 2008. After putting off his decision in May, he is now vowing to announce his decision by September. If he wins and completes another term, Warner’s 36 years in the Senate would make him the longest-serving Virginian ever in that legislative body. Loomis will be replaced by Carter Comick, 45, of Charlottesville, who is an official at the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and who previously worked in Warner’s office. Chelsea Maxwell, 37, a Maine native who was the legislative director at the National Wildlife Federation, will serve as deputy. Loomis’ decision to join Dominion comes at a critical juncture, as the giant utility plans to string transmission lines across the Piedmont’s placid and historic landscape. Critics of the line have recently lobbied federal regulators with impassioned narratives of how their lives would be impacted by the crackling, potentially harmful 500-kV power lines. The Department of Energy’s Office of Electric Delivery and Energy r Reliability has been seeking comment from the public on a Northeast “national interest” electric transmission corridor designation, covering a broad swath of millions of acres from New York state to Viiginia, ending in the Piedmont. Its draft National Interest Electric Transmission Corridor (NIETC) designation covers over 200 counties on the east coast, including 15 counties and seven cities in Virginia. Dominion has lobbied vigorously for the corridor. Dominion Power gave more money and gifts to Virginia state officeholders in 2006 than any other contributor, according to the Virginia Public Access Project. Dominion bestowed $26,782 to state officials last year. Dominion gave the most to State Senator Wiliam Wampler (R-Bristol), the chair of the Senate Commerce and Labor Committee. Wampler received a $1,537 hunting trip, three dinners and a private plane trip to Richmond from Dominion in 2006. Wampler’s committee is currently handling legislation that will restore some state regulation to electric utility—legislation that would significantly affect Dominion. Wampler’s committee is currently handling legislation that will restore some state regulation to electric utility—legislation that would significantly affect Dominion. Wampler told The Times the gifts don’t present a conflict of interest. “I don’t see it as a conflict, I see it as a great opportunity,” Wampler said. “Anytime I have an opportunity to sit down and visit with a chief executive officer and a chairman of a board of a major Virginia company, I will take that opportunity every time.” David Botkins, Dominion’s spokesman, reinforced Wampler’s comments by stating that their 2006 contributions are not out of the norm. “We have a veiy strict policy of reporting all of our lobbying expenses and everything is disclosed and in plain view.” 1 County and Town Meetings and Notices • On Tuesday, June 12, the Rappahannock County School Board will meet at 7 p.m. for a closed session and at 7:30 p.m. for a public session in the Rappahannock County High School band room. • Immediately before its regularly scheduled meeting at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 13, the Washington Town Council will hold a public hearing with the Town Planning Commission to consider Comprehensive Plan amendments regarding provisions for a Boundary Line Adjustment Policy. Highlights from the meeting’s agenda include: Wastewater Update, draft Historic District Ordinance, a proposal for repairs to the Washington Water Works, Town Hall painting proposals and adoption of FY 2007-08 Town of Washington, Washington Waterworks and Wastewater budgets. The meeting will take place in Town Hall. The Dehner Company, Inc. mil be at... The Old Habit Saturday June 9th, 10am - 6 pm FREE pair of Paddock Boots 1 with order of custom Tall Boots | By Appointment 540-364-2396 8363 W. Main St., Marshall Don't Miss Our Sidewalk Sale! Spring and summer bring outdoor fun * ' but also the risk of tick bites I We are seeking people with the rash of Lyme disease. The rash is usually round or oval and gradually expands. The rash may be aH red or have a bull’s-eye appearance. If you suspect that you have it and would like to participate in a research study at the NIH Bethesda can pus. please call: 301-435-7175 » 301-435-7244 Police Briefs County accidents A juvenile male from Castleton, Va., was charged with Failure to Stay Right of the Highway after crossing the center of Route 626 in a 2000 Tbyota Camry. The male struck a 1988 Ford F-150 driven by Ernest Sweeney, 45, of Boston, Va. The accident occurred on May 25 at 3:40 p.m. and was investigated by State Trooper Christopher Roop. No injuries were reported. Andrew Lee, 18, of Castleton, Va. was charged with Failure to Maintain Control of his Vehicle after driving his 1991 Chevrolet Camera off of the right side of the Route 622 and striking a tree. The accident occurred on June 1 at about 4:00 p.m. State Trooper Philip Thomas investigated the scene Kai Pan, 37, of Washington D.C. was charged with Failure to Maintain Control of his Vehicle after he lost control of his 2006 Nissan Quest, striking a guardrail on U.S. 211. The accident occurred on June 3 at 4:00 p.m. State Trooper Christopher Roop handled the scene. Alice Grigsby, 57, of Flint Hill, Va. was transported to a hospital for treatment after striking a deer with her 1988 Chevrolet Corsica on Highway 522. The accident occurred on June 4 at 5:00 p.m. SCC sets Warrenton hearing The State Corporation Commission has scheduled four public hearings on Dominion Virginia Power’s proposed 500,000volt power line, the first slated in Warrenton on July 26-27 in the Fauquier High School auditorium. On April 19, Dominion submitted a 1,000-plus page application to build the power line along 65 miles of existing right of way. They line would meander through parts of seven counties, including Fauquier, Rappahannock, Culpeper and Loudoun. The hearing will begin at 1:30 p.m., then reconvene at 7 p.m. It will continue Friday, July 27, at 9:30 a.m. Anyone wishing to comment at this or any of the other three hearings should arrive early and sign in with the bailiff, according to an SCC press release. Hearings wifi follow at Matsteller Middle School in Bristow on Aug. 9-10, at James Wood High School in Winchester on Aug. 13-14, and at the North Warren Volunteer Fire Department in Front Royal on Aug. 15-16. All hearings begin at 1:30 p.m. and reconvene at 7 p.m. on the first day. On the second day, the hearings get under way at 9:30 a.m. The evidentiary hearing will begin in Richmond on Jan. 14. Public comments will also be accepted at the beginning of that hearing. Comments mailed to the Clerk of the State Corporation Commission, Document Control Center, P.O. Box 2118, Richmond, VA 23218-2118, wilTbe taken through Dec. 14. Refer to case number PUE-2007-00031. The SCC “will render a decision on the need for each segment of line,” according to Monday’s notification. “The SCC must also establish appropriate conditions to minimize any adverse environmental impact of each line. The commission has asked for legal memorandums on whether Virginia law permits or requires the commission to consider the regional need for the facilities proposed in Virginia.” Wakefield From Page A1 Wakefield community.” Jody Green fillowed with her Salutatory Address, in which she cleverly compared a lesson on ‘'writing the perfect thesis” to navigating her way to becoming a Wakefield graduate. Ms. Green drew parallels between the two tasks, noting all the component pieces necessary to complete each process, and how each segment was interdependent on the other. She thanked her fellow students as well as the WCDS faculty for helping her successfully complete her journey. Four senior Wakefield Singers, Jody Green, Catriona Toth, Megan Baker and Chantel Paul, sang, “You’ll Never Walk Alone.” This year’s commencement speaker was Chris Johns, a resident of Rappahannock County who has served for the past two years as editor-in-chief of National Geographic. In his remarks, Mr. Johns shared his premise that “one is judged not by his words but by his actions,” citing examples of individuals such as Nelson Mandela who embodied that credo. He urged the graduates to use their gifts to “do what you can” to make a difference in the world. The last speaker of the evening was Patrick Dale, who gave the Valedictory Address. In his remarks, Mr. Dale not only celebrated his fellow graduates’ accomplishments but also spoke with pride of his fourteen years at Wakefield, and what that experience had meant to him. He said, in part, "Ibday we are not just graduates from high school, but from Wakefield, a place that has instilled in us a sense of pride and humility, helping us realize our fortunate and blessed circumstances, while directing us to use our advantages to give back. Some people wonder what we could have learned about life in this school, it being in such a beautiful, remote area with an atmosphere dissimilar to the real world. Wakefield is much more than a school, it’s a lifestyle.” The final event on the program was the traditional “ringing of the bell,” carried out by the three students who had been together at WCDS since kindergarten: Patrick Dale, Kate Kevis and Ben Luke. As the graduates marched out beaming to the strains of Pachelbel’s “Canon in D,” one could sense the joy and anticipation they felt as they closed one chapter in their fives and prepared to begin a new one. WCDS has once again maintained its record of 100 percent college acceptance, and all seventeen seniors will be going on to colleges and universities throughout the United States having received over $550,000 in merit scholarship offers. Plan Now to place your advertisement in the 3rd Annual 2007 Guide to RAPPAHANNOCK Our New2007 Guide will be more / user friendly than ever before / We will have a new size that will be smaller and easier to keepi /1 It will be a slick, full color / 3 magazine style publication that will certainly be kept throughout the entire year. Your message will reach over 3,200 residents and visitors on July 26,2007. Copies will be distributed / all year long through the / Chamber of Commerce, / Visitor’s Center and Real 'Estate offices. I 1 Anita Sherman Rapp. Editorial I Stephanie Heflin I Advertising I 540.6753338 Ph. I 540.675.3088 Fx. 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 May 26, 2007 to June 1, 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.) Piedmont District Carl W. Payne to Carl W. Payne and Wife, 5 acres, Deed of Gift, Tax Map: 27-51. / River From Page A1 power in Scenic River areas; riparian landowners can benefit from land-use taxation on acreage next to the river; and dams cannot be built on a Scenic River without approval from the General Assembly. A local group called the Jordan River Task Force brought the matter before the board. Joyce Harman, who headed the task force, said 100 percent of adjacent landowners know about the Scenic Rivers project and are in support of it. Several county residents who own land along the Jordan were at the meeting and prepared to speak in favor of the designation. But their words were not necessary, because the supervisors did not need any convincing. The board supported the measure with little discussion and without any dissent. Several county organizations also support the designation. Representatives from the Krebser Fund, the Piedmont Environmental Council, the Rappahannock County Conservation Alliance, the Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection, RappFLOW and the Water Quality Advisory Committee wrote letters in support of scenic designation. Rappahannock County High School’s mapping team has also played a major role in the effort. Ninth-graders Justin Fitzmorris and John Mello presented several maps of the Jordan and its environs to the supervisors. The state’s Scenic Rivers system, which began in 1972, includes 486 miles of rivers on 22 waterways. Qualifying rivers are measured based on several criteria, including visual, historic and environmental considerations. The Rappahannock River has been in the Scenic River system since 1985. Six other county rivers are under consideration for scenic designation by the DCR. They are the Covington, Hazel, Hughes, Piney and Rush, as well as part of the Thornton River from Fletcher’s Mill to Route 729. • Budget hearing The non-school portion of the county budget drew few public comments on Monday evening. County Sheriff Larry Sherertz was the main speaker during the public hearing, as he asked the supervisors for an additional $52,789 above what the county provided his office last year. First, Sherertz asked for funding to provide $5,000 salary increases for his deputies. The current draft budget provides for $4,000 pay increases. The sheriff said he wants to bring his staff’s salaries more in line with what the local state troopers are paid. Because of Rappahannock’s high cost of living, state troopers who work in the county were given a 24.9 percent pay increase last year, Sherertz said. The sheriff also requested that the county pay 100 percent of the health-insurance costs for retirees who have served 20 or more years in the sheriff’s office. The current budget allots funding to cover 50 percent of those health expenses. Sherertz said his deputies are no more or less important than other county employees, but he emphasized to the board that his staff performs an “extremely dangerous job.” “If you don’t have public safety, everything else is a moot point,” he said. Of the county’s $20.3 million proposed budget for fiscal 2008, nearly $8.2 million goes toward non-school expenses. The supervisors approved the public schools’ $12.1 million budget in May. The board will adopt the overall county budget at a meeting at 7:30 p.m. on June 25. Amendment off the table Willie Smith has withdrawn his application to amend the county’s zoning ordinance to allow auto sales in the Highway Commercial Zone along U.S. 211 between Sperryville and Shenandoah National Park. The County Planning Commission recommended the amendment for approval at its monthly meeting on May 23, but citizen opposition since then led Smith to rescind his request. County Administrator John McCarthy said Smith indicated that he plans to reapply for an amendment that would require a special-exception permit for auto sales in the tourist-oriented area. Smith owns the property that was formerly used as Cooter’s Place. At the planning commission’s meeting, he said he wants to sell vintage cars and other automobiles to generate more revenue on the property, which already includes a snack bar. Contractor moving out An ongoing battle between a contractor’s operation and neighbors on Seven Ponds Road in Amissville seems to be nearing some closure. B&S Site Development owner Michael L. Brown Jr. continues to deny that he is violating the county’s zoning ordinance, but he has agreed to a consent order that requires him to move several pieces of business-related equipment off his property by June 18. Neighbors of the property have complained about noise and traffic caused by activity at the site. B&S applied last winter for a special-exception permit to operate a contractor’s yard on the 25-acre lot, but the county supervisors unanimously denied the request McCarthy said Brown’s attorneys and county officials had to rewrite the order several times before both parties agreed on its wording. The advantage to the county, McCarthy said, is the document spells out what constitutes a use that falls within the category of a contractor’s yard. 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Jail proposal handcuffed By Charlie Spiering Rappahannock News Staff Writer Site selection difficulties threaten to derail a proposal for Rappahannock’s participation in a regional jail. The plan to build a regional facility that would serve the counties of Warren , Shenandoah, Page and Rappahannock has inched forward since it was proposed about two years ago, hut area county officials have yet to settle on a viable site. “The bus is off its wheels,” said Rappahannock County Administrator John McCarthy during Monday’s meeting of the Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors McCarthy noted that the withdrawal of Page County and recent rumblings about a proposed site in Shenandoah County have caused him to doubt the success of the project. “Page is out, Shenandoah is shaky. . .1 think that we (the counties involved) are on a slippery slope to getting out of it,” he said. Since there is a three county minimum for a regional facility the proposal will fail if Shenandoah county opts out of the process. Rappahannock’s role A proposal to build the regional jail was submitted to the State Corrections Board on March 1, 2007. Local jails in each of the counties involved are suffering from overcrowding, while Rappahannock County has the oldest operational jail in the state. The state funds up to 50 percent to construct a regional facility, as opposed to 25 percent of a local facility if each county goes it alone. “In the long run, it saves the county money” said McCarthy, who has supported the county’s role in the proposal. McCarthy added that it would be beneficial to find a jail solution for Rappahannock County ahead of time. “We have already heard noise from the Department of Corrections about shutting us down,” said McCarthy about the current facility located in the Town of Washington. No site solution A site in the Warren County Industrial Park was selected in March, to meet the application deadline. That site, however, was sold to a power company that plans to use it for a power plant. Warren County administrator Doug Stanley said that at the time of the application the site was under contract and it was uncertain whether it would go through. Earlier in the process Page County had proposed a site of their own, actively seeking to bring the regional facility to their county. That site was voted down by the Luray Town Council. Page pulls out Last month, Page County pulled out of the proposal altogether. Page County Administrator Mark Belton, said that the regional jail would put too much of a burden on Page County taxpayers, already faced with paying for two high schools and a County Office Building. Belton also agreed that the loss of the Page County site proposal was also a factor. "There would have been benefits to having the jail in our county” he said. Page County’s withdrawal left Shenandoah County, Warren County and Rappahannock County to prop up the existing application. “With the loss erf Page, we don’t need as big of a facility but we have to examine changes in the plan,” said Warren County Administrator Doug Stanley r who speculated that it might be possible to amend the current application proposal. Stanley said that the committee had wanted to agree to a site by June 1, but recent developments in Shenandoah County made that self-imposed deadline impossible. Shenandoah shaken Shenandoah officials were cautious while discussing the proposal, which has caused unrest in the county after a jail site was proposed in Shenandoah. Shenandoah County Sheriff" Timothy C. Carter said that many of Shenandoah County citizens were surprised by the jail site proposal. “People were not really worried about it when we were talking about locations in other counties,” he said. Carter, however, declined to voice his opinion for the jail. “It’s not up for me to decide,” he said, “It’s a county decision either way and I would stand with that decision. . . it doesn’t really matter which side of the issue I’m on.” Shenandoah County Supervisor Dennis Morris recently opposed the site selection in his district, as well as the need for Shenandoah County to participate in the regional jail. “I need not squish the regional jail concept, but I need to do what’s best for Shenandoah County and its citizens” said Morris during a press conference last week. “I will not support a regional jail in Shenandoah County.” Shenandoah County Administrator Vincent E. Poling was vague about the County’s position on the proposal. “Theoretically the planning study and the community based corrections plan should be finished in November,” he said, “I don’t know if that will happen or not, I can’t say that at the present.” Pbling said that county officials believed it was important for the county to go through the evaluation process, but were not concerned about the jail being located in Shenandoah County. “We never aggressively tried to bring it to our county,” he said. Poling is currently awaiting the results of a June 11 public meeting before the next meeting on the regional jail on June 13. The proposed Shenandoah location is in Toms Brook, nearly an hour long commute from Washington, Va. Prisoner transfers to the facility would probably have to travel about 40 miles through Front Royal to get to I66 and connect with 1-81. A site in Warren County would probably cut that time in half Currently there are no plans for a regional jail site in Rappahannock County. Email the reporter at cspiering@timespapers.com Business in Brief Rappahannock Business Alliance Directories June 13: Deadline for RBA’s Business Directories for anyone with a business, product, or service that they provide in the county of Rappahannock. The Rappahannock Business Alliance is back with vigor in 2007. We’re offering it at $65, which is $20 less than before. RBA membership offers more this year, too. In 2007, RBA will produce TWO publications to help support the businesses in our county, instead of just one. The first publication, “The Rappahannock Directory,” is a useful guide for residents and businesses in Rappahannock County. It will be distributed to postal addresses in the county in July of this year It’s a lot like the old Green Pages, but better, we think. Membership in RBA for 2007 includes one listing in this publication. Membership also includes one listing on both of RBA’s web sites, www.rappcova.com and www.sperryville.net (both sites are currently being redesigned and updated). RBA’s second publication, “Rappahannock County Virginia A Visitor’s Guide,” is an informative guide for visitors to our county. This bookletstyle publication will resemble our old brochure. There will be maps of the county, Towns # Prom Page A1 county’s tax revenue. “We’re a great location to be; we’re not a great location to get to," McCarthy quipped. But the county administrator also highlighted citizens’ resolve in shaping Rappahannock as they want it to be. That means focusing on an agricultural, tourismbased economy and the 25acre lot requirement for new houses, which applies to some 90 percent of the county’s area. “The political will in this county for the past 40 years has been, “We don’t want to be a bedroom for someplace else,’ “ McCarthy said. Rappahannock residents comprised roughly one-third of the total Living Towns attendance. They were attracted to the workshop for a variety of reasons, but everyone interviewed for this article said the sevenhour gathering was interesting and useful. Barbara Adolfi, who owns The House on Water Street in Sperryville and helped organize the workshop, said Rappahannock needs to turn local assets into revenue by organizing what the county has to offer. “We have so much here that all of us appreciate," she said. “The ideas presented here are so applicable because they’re coming from communities like ours.” Amissville resident Paul Erlenborn was interested in housing solutions and suggestions for economic development. “I see the county is in crisis," he said. Erlenborn has lived in Rappahannock for 17 years. 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Buccaneer Computer Systtms, GRC Priming Commonwealth Medical Late and 57 other businesses wfto haw chosen to locate the* companies at Vint Hill. Vint HUI offers Quality of Life with 170+ acres of parks and open space. Mam Street shops (planned), residences, recreational fkiiibes, walking trails and restaurants Vint Hill PII19 CONTACT *9 Pat Wtute, Marketing and Sales • Sherry Fhlow, Leasing • Richard Retss, Director 54#-$47-4345 some items at Copper Fox Antiques in Sperryville. “I’m really trying to reinvent and I want to get ideas,” he said. Charlene James-Duguid was interested in the idea of branding an area. “What it should mean is finding the essence of a community and developing that essence,” she said. James-Duguid, founder and director of the Rappahannock Repertory Company, said branding means people have to decide what assets the community wants to emphasize. “It is possible, but more people have to. get on the bandwagon and make choices,” she said. Mitzie Young, a member of the Town of Washington Planning Commission, said the town and county are dealing with changes and she wants to help preserve it. “There is a desperate need for housing for teachers, fire and rescue workers and health-cai^e workers,” Young said. Auxiliary units, such as unused garages and bams, on larger estates are plentiful in the county and could solve the workforce housing problem, she said. Such situations would be mutually beneficial for elderly property owners and younger residents of the county, she explained. E-mail the reporter at kallen@timespapers.com including details of Sperryville and Washington, as well as business listings by category. For an additional $85, businesses that rely on tourism will benefit greatly with a listing or ad in this publication. 25,000 copies will be printed this year — a huge increase from the 7,500 we printed in 2005. Booklets will be distributed throughout the year, starting in late June, to nearby visitor centers, and hundreds of locations throughout the state. Listings and ads are available in both publications. Members get first dibs on ad placement, so get your requests in as soon as you can. The deadline for inclusion is June 13,2007, which is coming up quickly. Please spread the word. The more complete and comprehensive the listings, the more invaluable and useful the publication. For a listing application or more information, contact Jim Offutt: rba@rappcova. com or 540-987-8010. No cheeries this year According to Sally Determan, widow of the late Gary Sellers who for many years owned and operated Cherries-on-Top Orchard near Flint Hill, the orchard will not be open this year. Determan reported that the late freeze on the mountain burned many if not most of the buds. In addition, it was not possible to order bees at this late date to pollinate the orchard on time this year. Therefore, the popular cherry orchard will not be open this year. Future plans have not been announced. Opening pushed back for new Sperryville business The new owner of the Old Sperryville Bookshop building is still finalizing plans to convert the former Episcopal church into a guitar shop and Internet cafe. Brian Compton said Friday that he hopes to open for business by late-summer or early-fall. He bought the 105-year-old Main Street structure in January. “We’re just finishing up the insurance and paperwork,” Compton said. “It’s been a kind of long process, but we’re planning to start renovations soon.” Meadowville June 16th 10 a.m.-3 p.m. -'y J. Sign Up for Lessons! ---^ • Pony Rides • Hayrides •Moonbounce • Face Painting • Door Prizes • Crafts • Games • Food Horse Jumping Demonstration by Head Trainer Gavin Moylan • Meadowville Farm is located on Rt 17 between Warrenton I • and The Plains. For more details, see our website: • • www.GavmsHorses.com 540-270-8531 • PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING CHAPTER OF THE RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY CODE ALLOWING AUTO SALES, REPAIR AND/OR SERVICE IN THE HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL DISTRICT BY SPECIAL USE PERMIT Upon application of a property owner, the Board of Supervisors of Rappahannock County, Virginia, shall hold a public hearing on Monday, July 2, 2007, at 7:00PM at the Courthouse on Gay Street in Washington, VA, to consider the following text amendment to Chapter 170 of the Rappahannock County Code, Zoning (§170-1 et seq.): Amend the zoning matrix in §170-36E. by placing a “SP” in the column for HC, Highway Commercial, zoning district for the use “Auto sales, repair and/or service” On June 20, 2007 this proposed amendment shall be considered by the Rappahannock County Planning Commission, which shall make a recommendation on the proposed amendment to the Board of Supervisors, and then shall be considered by the Board of Supervisors, which may vote on the amendment on July 2. < This amendment has been proposed by Willie and Cathern Smith in accordance with §15.2-2286 A. 7 of the Code of Virginia, 1950 as amended, and with §170-134B.(1) of the Rappahannock Code. 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Editorial & Opinion A4 June 7, 2007 -ftappafjannocfe J^etuscEstablished 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: ashermanOtimespapers.com Hours: 8:30 a m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday Member, Audit Bureau of Circulations www.rappnews.com THURSDAY, JUNE 7, 2007 Our View Good ideas The Living Towns workshop held last Thursday at Cliff Miller’s SchoolHouse in Sperryville could be the start of something. Keynote speaker Joel Garreau was a good choice to inspire, energize and perhaps coalesce community members into continuing the dialog that was started. High speed Internet rose quickly to the top as a “must have” in order for businesses to operate effectively. Telecommuting is an option that many, weary of long commutes, have embraced. While no one wants big development in Rappahannock County, sophisticated home offices can provide the serenity of the countryside coupled with the complexity of communicating worldwide. Perhaps we need more. While there is tendency for many to not look beyond the Blue Ridge Mountains for inspiration, there may be something to thinking regionally when it comes to luring tourists to the restaurants, bed and breakfasts, galleries and wineries nestled here. A wine connoisseur from Chicago might appreciate knowing that he or she could traverse the Piedmont region stopping in Madison County at Barboursville Winery, then swinging through Rappahannock to check out Gadino or Gray Ghost or Rappahannock Cellars and then on to Fauquier’s Oasis, Linden or Peramund. As far as wineries go, it’s a fair list and with the reputation for Virginia wines escalating worldwide, this area is fast becoming a Napa Valley of its own. And then there’s the artists. In fact, it was Garreau in an article that he did for the Post, where he referred to the Piedmont as the Taos, New Mexico of Virginia. The Rappahannock Association for the Arts and the Community will be sponsoring the third annual Artist’s Gallery and Studio Tour in November. Each year, it jpst keeps growing and getting better. The word is spreading. Perhaps one day it could be a week-long event where art lovers visit several counties in one long “string of pearls” as was talked about at the workshop. Rappahannock County was chosen for the first time as the site for this workshop which encourages people to think about what they’d like to be - now and in the future. Perhaps this thinking will lead to more conversations and those conversations will provide the momentum to act — so that what we have is preserved but what could be possible is pursued. 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 clanty. 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 pnd submitted via U.S. Mail, Fax (675-3088) or by e-mail (asherman@timespapers.com). Welcome to Sperryville Tom Junk and Ronnie Dodson erected Sperryville’s new signs just in time for the Living Towns event held last Thursday. Students in Scott Schlosser’s class at the high school have spent several weeks crafting these signs to perfection. There are a total of three new signs and they will certainly be a welcome addition! Photo by E. Raymond Boc Letters Top notch in my book Two weeks ago I received my Masters of Business Administration (MBA) from Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia. In addition to the faculty, staff and advisers on the campus in Lynchburg, there is a resource in Rappahannock County that deserves a great deal of commendation, approbation and credit for helping me achieve my diploma: the Rappahannock County Public Library. The Inn at Little Washington is recognized around the world for its 5-Star food, service, and hospitality, but we also have a 5-Star - Public Library in Washington. The Library is a jewel in the infrastructure of our county, yet operates on limited resources and budgetary appropriations. While the Library’s physical resources are abundant: books, periodicals, video, audio, and online services; it is the Library staff that makes it a 5-Star Library. David Shaffer, Cindy Arlbelbide, and Denise Kruczynski are knowledgeable, helpftd, resourceful, professional, friendly, and always ready to assist in locating a book, article, or archive. I would to thank Dave, Cindy, and Denise, as well as the Library volunteers for assisting me and for the outstanding services they provide to all tile citizens of Rappahannock County. Our 5 Star Library deserves our support and the support of the Board of Supervisors when formulating the county budget. Thank you again Rappahannock County Public Library. Paul Hagstrom Washington Editor’s Note: The word Library is purposely capitalized throughout the letter at the author’s request and because our Library deserves it! Great RAWL Hoedown! We would like to give a big “thank you’ to all of the RAWL people who put on a great fund raising event for the benefit of Rappahannock’s wonderful no-kill dog shelter. The band was terrific and we haven’t been square dancing since we were kids; everyone had a wonderful evening. The bottom line is also that financial support was raised to maintain our shelter. Thanks to the event planners who made it such a great evening. Even bigger thanks must go to Patty Want, the shelter director, and her paid and volunteer staff, whose day-in and dayout jobs are to lovingly care for, and ensure the finding of, good homes for the dogs, so many of whom have had horrendous lives before they were lucky enough to land in the RAWL shelter. Each of these people sees the often-terrible condition in which these dogs arrive, helps to heal and restore physically and psychologically damaged dogs. What courage and emotional energy these great people devote to these animals; it takes strength, tenacity and heart beyond what many of us could muster. They deserve our gratitude and the shelter deserves our support, both at fund raiser time and throughout the year. Esther and Franklin Schmidt Woo^iviUe Grateful for your support I would like to publicly thank all of the people who supported my attempt at organizing a trail ride on June 3 as a fund raiser for my Eagle Scout project. My project will be the construction of circuit fitness stations at Rappahannock County Park. Due to inclement weather, however, the trail ride and BBQ had to be canceled. It was unfortunate that the ride was canceled, but the rain was much needed. Although I am grateful to everybody who supported the ride, there are three individuals who I would particularly like to thank. Mr. and Mrs. Richard McNear were very generous to have offered to me the use of their wonderful farm for the ride. Mr. Scott Keyser came up with the trail ride idea and helped the McNears map out the trail. Many people planned on attending the event and some made contributions to my project even though there was no trail ride. Many thanks to everyone who supported the fund raiser. If anyone would like to make a donation for my Eagle Scout project, I would be very appreciative. Thank you again. Tyler Burdick 13296 Crest Hill Road Flint Hill, Virginia 22627 540-675-1506 Hooray for VDOT! On a recent Friday, I was almost sideswiped by a large dump truck on Rudasill Mill Road, at a place where there is a blind S-curve. The edge of the road had deteriorated, forcing vehicles toward the center of the road. I wrote a note to VDOT about this dan gerous situation and dropped it off at their Flatwoods facility. Four days later, they were hard at work repairing the road edge and had it finished by the end of the day! I am so grateful to them for their prompt action. County residents have probably noticed the fine work that a VDOT contrac tor has done on U.S. 211. We are fortunate that Virginia has such a responsive Department of Transportation; it is ranked as one of the best State departments in the U.S. Maureen Harris Woodville Ever heard of the secret Congress, apparently content to explore ever new depths in public disapproval, is on the verge of having a single member derail the most meaningful reform in years of the federal Freedom of Information Act. How, you ask, when overwhelming majorities support the legislation in both the House and Senate? The secret hold, of course. Ever heard of the secret hold? It’s a beauty - a real relic of the stuffed shirts of yesteryear, smoke-filled rooms and fat cats with stogies guffawing over the latest bamboozle of the taxpaying schmucks. Think country clubs, secret handshakes and bizarre rituals. Members of the Society of Professional Journalists, the nation s largest journalismadvocacy organization, used the power of the blogosphere to find out whose legislative bludgeon was buried in the back of open government. We called every senator, one by one, until at last - when it became clear he could hide no longer - Sen. Jon Kyi < R-AZ), came blinking and grimacing into the sunlight and admitted that it was he who placed a secret hold ... on a bill that addresses secrecy in government. You can’t make this stuff up This is how it works in Washington, kids: Sen. Kyi - this year’s Secrecy Champion — has several as-yet-unstated objections to the Freedom of Information Reform Act, a truly wonderful bill that would significantly improve one of the strongest tools Americans have to supervise the inner workings of government and to hold elected officials accountable. The bill has plenty of bipartisan support. It is the product of tireless work and advocacy by many open government and press freedom groups and fine legislative craftsmanship by Senate Judiciary Committee members John Comyn (R-TX) and Sen. Patrick Leahy (D-VT). The U.S. House of Representatives in March approved a version of the bill with 80 Republicans joining 228 Democrats for a 308-117 vote. The Senate Judiciary Committee then unanimously sent the measure forward to the full Senate for a vote. In your civics book, this would be the moment where our senators hold a public debate on the merits and v demerits of the legislation at hand, then vote. The votes are then counted, and if the senators who support the bill outnumber those who oppose it, well, you get the idea. But no, not when senators, using an archaic parliamentarian parlor trick, can stop a bill dead in its tracks merely by telling their party's Senate leader or secretary that they wish to place a hold on the bill. That’s when Sen. Kyi - who routinely charts a brave course on the immigration debate, and can often be counted on to reason rather than bloviate - slipped in the hold. The practice of honoring secret holds has no basis in law and has no support in Senate rules. It’s a good-‘ol-boy creation and another of the seemingly endless perks of the Senate, where the rules always seem to benefit the representatives far more than the pesky public. Oh, I know what’s coming: the inevitable blathering about the world’s greatest deliberative body and its need for timeless soul-searching and “candor” and how terribly hard legislating can be. Well hear all about collegiality and efficiency and the grand traditions that make the Senate “special.” The Forum Charles Davis Spare me. Tear down the whole argument in favor of secret holds, and it comes down to cowardice: it allows a senator to cower behind anonymity while signaling their dislike for a piece of legislation. More to the point, it takes what would be a single losing vote on the floor of the Senate and converts it, magically, into stoppage of legislation. That’s awesome power with absolutely no accountability. Sen. Charles Grassley (RIA), who discloses his holds as a matter of practice, introduced an amendment in 2006 to force all senators to identify themselves when placing a hold on a bill. That proposal has gone nowhere fast. Are you surprised? Charles N. Davis, a member of the Society of Professional Journalist’s Freedom of Information Committee, serves as the executive director of the National Freedom of Information Coalition at the University of Missouri School of Journalism.

Foster Harris House goes green By Kevin Allen Rappahannock News Staff Writer From the Foster Harris House’s lush backyard garden, it’s easy to feel at one with nature. The 102-year-old home is surrounded by verdant pastures and offers a dear view to the Blue Ridge Mountains. It is a setting that inspires environmental consciousness. And now guests can maintain that “green” feeling while they are inside the Town of Washington bed and breakfast. Owners John and Diane MacPherson are making their inn environmentally friendly with compact fluorescent light bulbs, a water-saving washing machine and a more efficient air-conditioning system. The conversion hasn’t been cheap, but it should pay off in the long run with lower utility bills. And John and Diane said they feel that making the Foster Harris House environmentally friendly is just part of being true to Rappahannock County. The MacPhersons have spent about $250 on new light, bulbs, $1,000 on their new washing machine and $14,000 for their air conditioner. “That’s a huge cost, but we’re planning on being here a while,” so the initial price can be spread out over several years, John said. “We’re hoping very soon to see some cost benefit” from lower water and energy bills. The couple plans to keep track of their savings during the coming year. How they did it The MacPhersons’ new Whirlpool Energy Star washing machine is so effident that it will save the average family 10,000 gallons of water per year. Considering that the Foster Harris House is not the average family - John and Diane do four loads of laundry a day on average - the MacPhersons can expect to save even more water than advertised. Their new Carrier Infinity air conditioner is 30 percent more effident, and John says the house is more comfortable than it was with the older system. John and Diane said the trickiest part of their project has been finding fluorescent light bulbs to fit the myriad of light fixtures they have at the Foster Harris House. As the MacPhersons begin to describe all the different types of bulbs they had to order for the various shapes and wattages of the house’s 130 fixtures, one begins to understand the depth of their commitment to making Foster Harris truly green. Diane has done so much research on the varying light quality and efficiency of fluorescent light bulbs that she is able to speak on the issue with the authority of a university professor. “There was a pretty steep learning curve and Diane dedicated herself to it,” John said. Most people start with the goal of installing a fluorescent bulb after an incandescent bums out, Diane said. That’s fine for a private residence, but inn keepers have so many lights to keep track of that it is impractical to run around replacing bulbs by attrition. “When you run an inn, you really have to plan for it,” she said. Besides, fluorescent bulbs are 75 percent more efficient than incandescents. For an inn like the Foster Harris House, those savings add up quickly. “You’re losing money each month that you continue to use incandescent bulbs,” Diane explained. r Fluorescents bulbs have two main drawbacks, the MacPhersons said. First, the lighting quality for some fluorescents is not always as good as it is with incandescent bulbs. John and Diane went through dozens of hours of research and some trial and error before finding bulbs that created the warm, cozy feeling they want for their inn. At a bed and breakfast, every dark comer in every room has to have a fight to brighten the space to a guest’s liking'. Fluorescents don’t always work with that goal, because dimmable, globe and decorative bulbs can take several minutes to warm up. Lighting quality has to work on demand or guests will think something is broken, Diane said. Second, fluorescent bulbs with larger wattages are also bigger in size. The MacPhersons had to purchase new harps for some of the house’s lamps to fit the high-wattage fluorescent bulbs. Roughly 60 percent of the house’s fight fixtures have been converted to fluorescent bulbs, Diane said. The couple started by focusing on the lights they use most often. Some of the house’s fixtures, such as the dome fights in the kitchen, simply can’t fit fluorescents. Other fights are in 1 Photo by Lili Duvall Are toes organic? Possibly the youngest attendee at the Piedmont Alternative Energy Expo on Saturday at the Fauquier Fairgrounds was six-month old David Loock who came along with his parents Dan and Christina Loock. Amissville residents, Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Kevin Allen GREEN HOUSE: John and Diane MacPherson have improved the efficiency of their bed and breakfast, the Foster Harris House, with a new water-saving washing machine, an upgraded airconditioning system and by getting rid of incandescent light bulbs in favor of compact fluorescents. rarely used places like closets, where the benefits of fluorescent bulbs would be minimal. Large stores such as Home Depot and Wal-Mart are beginning to carry a larger variety of compact fluorescent bulbs. They are reliable sources for fluorescents to replace regular 60-watt incandescent bulbs, Diane said. But the MacPhersons still had to place several special orders from Web sites such as lightbulbsdirect.com and 1000bulbs.com. Aside from the environmental and cost benefits of fluorescent light bulbs, John and Diane are also saving time and maintenance on their bed and breakfast. When the couple was using incandescent lights, hardly a week went by without them replacing at least one bulb in the house. Fluorescents last years without having to be changed out. Moving forward The MacPhersons are not done with all their green plans for the Foster Harris House. Tb save more water, John and Diane are going to build barrels on their downspouts to collect rain for their garden. They are also planning to explore the possibility of solar energy at the inn, which is well positioned for such an endeavor. But the major issue with solar panels, the MacPhersons said, would be to make sure they do not compromise the aesthetics of their property. John and Diane hope to share what they have learned about “greening” their bed and breakfast with other people looking to make their homes more efficient. The couple plans to create a new page on their Web site at www.fosterharris.com that explains their ongoing efforts to make the Foster Harris House more environmentally friendly. 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SURVIVAL KITS: Scholarship winners Erick Montague and Rebecca Tupper display their “college supplies” gift baskets— complete with personalized note cards—at the First Annual Scholarship Assembly and Reception, held at RCHS on May 18. Attending were the recipients of more than $65,000 in local scholarship funds, as well as their parents, the donors, faculty and administrators, and all 10th - 12th grade students. HEADWATERS Fostering educational excellence in Rappahannock County By Amy Silver O’Leary Special to the Rappahannock News Does Headwaters’ new logo look familiar to you? If so, per Photo courtesy of Amy Silver 01 THEY LIVE! Phil Irwin’s Cub Cadet garden tractors, caret restored by Rich Hogan’s Industrial Technology students, ready to roll. haps that’s because it was inspired by the beautiful sculpture gracing the front of going on now! extra 25% off already-reduced spring and summer fashions and accessories total savings 40% to 60% storewide summer sale & clearance an even greater selection, including new price breaks what you want now is on sale now extra 30% off already-reduced spring and summer shoes look for the red dot! total savings 45% to 50% NOW THROUGH SUNDAY TAKE AN EXTRA 15% OFF Sale merchandise* when you use ^ your Lord 8 Taylor credit card Don't have a Lord&Tavlor account? Open one instantly and get an extra 15% off your first day's purchases' in addition to your First Take savings. LORD & TAYLOR TMB SIGNATURE OE AMERICAN STYLE # $ # | fj' Q Quick click! Shop us online 24/7 at lofdandtaylor com ‘Offer ends Sunday. June 10tl». Includes regular-price Context Merchandise. 10% discount an men's suits, suit separates, sportcoats & shoes. Excludes BRAND NAMES. All Kate Spade BC8G/BC8G Max Azna. Marc bv Marc Jacobs. rumi and Papyrus • er \ merchandise from indigo Palms, island Soft, tommy Bahama and Lacoste DEPARTMENTS: Cosmetics, fragrances, beauty accessories. Best Buys, watches, special event promotions and designer jewelry in Fine Jeweir, 5e„. i, Salor restaurants, alrera’ions & gift cards Cannot be cemhined with Savings Passes. Coupons nr Buy Murn. Save More offers. Not valid on prior purchases. Bonus savings % applied to reduced pnr es Net valid on telephone or internet orders, or at Lovittown. Sale ends Sunday June 17th. except as rioted No adjustments to prior sale purchases Selected collections, not every style in every store rSublet:t to normal credit approval sene exclusions apply See your Sales Associate for details Charge it with your Lord & Tayloi Credit Card. We also accept American Express. MasterCard". Visa' arid the Discover Card. for the Lord Si Tjy'or ideation nearest yOo. please visit our website at lordandtaylor com Cr call t 800 223 7440 any day. any time. Rappahannock County H School. Katie Nelson, RC class of 2006, created i sculpture in Mr. Normi welding class last year, j graciously granted us pert sion to use the idea. We th it beautifully captures I spirit of our mission: fostei educational excellence Rappahannock County. This year’s Summer Wi shops will take place the w of July 9-13. Taught by fiv Rappahannock’s finest art teachers, workshops for gra four through ten will incl Drawing and Painting, Dig Photography, Jazz, Mus Theatre, and Culinary A Farm-to-Table. Worksh take place Monday thro Friday from 9:00 to 12:00, cost of $40/student. For more information <3 register your child, Headwaters at 675-1819 •email Lucille Niessen LNiessen@Nedpower.ci Summer Workshops are ni possible by generous d< tions from Rappahanc National Bank, Rappahannock Lions C and Target Stores. Phil Irwin of Caledi Farms, a member of Rappahannock Farm Bui and a great supporter of Farm-to-Table Progr offered this challenge: if Hogan’s Industrial Technol class could get Irwin’s tl 1960s Cub Cadet garden t tors running, he’d donate of them to Farm-to-Table. class took him up on his od the Cub Cadets have b beautifully restored and almost ready, lacking onl final coat of historically ai rate yellow paint. M thanks to Phil Irwin for donation and to Mr. Hq and the Industrial Technol students for their hard woi This Saturday, June from 9:00 to 1:00, the f annual Planting Party i take place at Rappahannock Cod Elementary School Gard Kid- and parent-friendly j will include creating a a post pile, building walkwj hanging bird feeders, plan! trees, shrubs, and butte i attracting flowers, and n> Bring work gloves, shov rakes, hand trowels, a wi bottle, and a hat or sunscr* Please RSVP Tri Scheuerlein at 987-8312 she can have plenty of to plants, refreshments and d prizes on hand. Starfish Mentorii Spring Event took place 1 Sunday at Mentor Doro Armistead’s “Flying A” Fi near Sperryville. Attended over 50 people despite rain, the festivities include performance of short play* the “Starfish Actors,” direc by Charlene James-Dug International exchange j dents gave presentati about their countries, s. songs in their languages, presented the mentees \» “Kindness Bags” (filled v useful items for sumj camp) they had made in he of Global Youth Service I The event concluded wit] potluck feast. Next Step Dire< Miranda Hope is preparing July’s 2007 Govern Conference on Educat where she has been invitet present a workshop she’s i ing “Ten Habits of Hi§ Effective Rural College Career Access Programs.” A because research sugg» that many For information on tl and other Headwaters ] grams, please con' Executive Director ( Johnson at 675-1819, or \ Mrww.headwatersfdn.org. 13 Community Neivspajx Serving Over 650,000Renders in Northern Virginia & The Greater Piedmon cte Nfwtpipin

School News From Around the County TO THE VICTORS: Dan Carrier, Ben Luke andChantel Paul, the senior co-captains of the winning Spartans. Wakefield Country Day School Ancient Games As part of its traditional end-of-year festivities, last week Wakefield Country Day School once again celebrated Field Day, looked upon as an occasion to demonstrate important attributes of the school. All students in grades one through twelve divided into two teams: the Athenians and Spartans, and marched onto the field, led by banners with Athenians and Spartans spelled out in Greek. Seniors led the students in warm-up exercises and cheers, such as “Who drove the Persians out of_?” and other factual queries, to which students shouted back, “Sparta” or “Athens!” Then the two teams, all the ages mixed together, competed in several events, such as passing a water cup down the line from one bucket to another, or running relays with a hand-off midfield, sometimes between a first grader and a junior. The students showed enthusiasm and excitement as the older students assisted, supported, and cheered on their younger teammates. The audience applauded as the older students used strategies to increase their efficiency in cup-passing and as the fastest runners lined up to race the cup back to the other end. After the whole-team events, the students regrouped by grade levels and competed in Capture the Flag, soccer, basketball, volleyball, four-square, and other games. Students passed one another on the field, and one captain was heard asking a younger child, “How are the mini-Spartans doing?” while exchanging high-fives. At the end of the day, the faculty congratulated the teams on their sportsmanship, the points were totaled, and the Spartans won by one of the narrowest margins in recent history. The three winning captains were crowned with laurels, both sets of team captains shook hands, and head of school Kathleen Grove invited the two teams to shake hands with their friends and siblings. The Athenians are already vowing a come-back next year. Chappell’s Corner Track scheduled for completion Precision Sports Surfaces, Inc. has notified us that they plan to complete the final coat of latex and the lane lines in mid-June. River From Page A2 The Virginia Department of Transportation has concluded that the 78-year-old Rediviva Bridge, which was closed for safety reasons in December, will be demolished, McCarthy told the board Monday. Neighboring property owners were given the opportunity to accept ownership of the span over the Covington River. But for liability reasons, none were willing to do so. The supervisors had the option of taking funds out of county’s six-year transportation budget to fund a study on fixing the bridge. The study would have cost an estimated $25,000 to $30,000, plus additional costs to repair the structure. On Monday, the supervisors accepted VDOTs resolution to demolish the bridge. Hampton District Supervisor Bryant Lee represents the area where the bridge is located. He seemed reluctant to allow the demolition, but concluded that it was the best option available. “I can’t see where it’s possible to take enough money out of the six-year plan" to fix the bridge," he said. Photos courtesy of Kathie Russo CLASSICAL FANS: Tatumn Vaught and Lucas Dumez show their support for the Athenians Important June Dates June 7 - 2:00 & 7:00 RCES Spring Concert June 8 - DARE DAY @ RCES June 9- ACT test, various sites June 12-15 RCHS exams June 12 - 7:30 School Board Mtg. at RCHS June 14 - Make up Day; RCES Awards Assembly June 15 - Make up Day; 7th Gr. Promotife 9:00; last day of school - Early Release 11:00; RCES Report Cards go home June 16 - RCHS Graduation 9:00 June 22 - RCHS report cards mailed out EARTH Questions & Answers About Our Environment Dear EarthTalk: What is causing the dramatic decline in honeybee populations in the U.S. and elsewhere in recent years, and what is being done about it? — James Harris, Akron, Ohio Kids everywhere may revel in the fact that bees are no longer stinging them as frequently on playgrounds and in backyards, but the decline in honey bee populations in the U.S. and elsewhere signals a major environmental imbalance that could have far-reaching implications for our agricultural food supply. Brought here from Europe in the 1600s, honeybees have become widespread across North America and are bred commercially for their abilities to pollinate crops—90 different farm-grown foods including many fruits and nuts depend on them—and produce honey. But in recent years populations across the continent have plummeted by as much as 70 percent, and biologists are still scratching their heads as to why and what to do about the problem which they have termed “colony collapse disorder” (CCD). Many believe that our increasing use of chemical pesticides and herbicides, which bees ingest during their daily pollination rounds, are largely to blame. Commercial beehives are also subjected to direct chemical fumigation at -f -1 % m liHa Photo courtesy of Getty Images BEEGONE: “Many believe that chemical pesticides and herbicides, which bees ingest during their daily pollination rounds, are largely to blame for the insects’ mysterious disappearance. Other theories include the growth in pathogens brought on by global warming, and increases in atmospheric electromagnetic radiation resulting from growing numbers of cell phones and wireless communication towers.” regular intervals to ward off destructive mites. Another leading suspect is genetically modified crops, which may generate pollen with compromised nutritional value. It may be that the build-up of both synthetic chemicals and genetically modified crop pollen has reached a “tipping point,” stressing bee populations to the point of collapse. Lending credence to this theory is that organic bee colonies, where chemicals and genetically modified crops are avoided, are not experiencing the same kind of catastrophic collapses, according to the nonprofit Organic Consumers Association. Bee populations may also be vulnerable to other factors, such as the recent increase in atmospheric electromagnetic radiation as a result of growing numbers of cell phones and wireless communication towers. The increased radiation given off by such devices may interfere with bees’ ability to navigate. A small study at Germany’s Landau University found that bees would not return to their hives when mobile phones were placed nearby. Further research is currently underway in the U.S. to determine the extent of such radiationrelated phenomena on bees and other insect populations. Biologists also wonder if global warming may be exaggerating the growth rates of pathogens such as the mites, viruses and fungi that are known to take their toll on bee colonies. The unusual hotand-cold winter weather fluctuations in recent years, also blamed on global warming, may also be wreaking havoc on bee populations accustomed to more consistent seasonal weather patterns. A recent gathering of leading bee biologists yielded no consensus, but most agree that a combination of factors is likely to blame. “We’re going to see a lot of money poured into this problem,” says University of Maryland entomologist Galen Dively, one of the nation’s leading bee researchers. 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Male Athlete of the Year A three sport star By Steve Franklin Rappahannock News Staff Writer Bobby Czekaj is in rare company. In today’s world where athletes tend to specialize in a specific sport, Czekaj has managed to tackle three of RCHS’ most physically demanding sports. And he’s done so in reconl-setting fashion to earn the Rappahannock News’ Male Athlete of the Year award. “Bobby is very successful at everything he plays,” RCHS baseball coach Jeff Jenkins said. “He’s a veiy gifted athlete.” This fall, the Panthers senior excelled on the football field, setting five new RCHS records. He recorded a run of 75 yards, returned a kick of 98 yards, scored five rushing touchdowns and three receiving touchdowns, and amassed 1,625 all purpose yards. He made the All-Bull Run District secondteam as a running back after rushing for 712 yards, and was also honored as a first team Spring is a time for new beginnings So Start the season off right with a fresh, new opportunity to grow. 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Bobby Czekaj •Age: 19 • Class: Senior • Sports: Football, basketball, and baseball • Home: Castleton • Family: Parents, Bob and Gail Czekaj; brothers, Greg, 13, and Mike, 8 • College: Is currently weighing offers from the University of Virginia College at Wise, Shenandoah University, and Eastern Mennonite University. • Fast Facts: Czekaj was named first-team all-district kick returner, second-team all-district running back and second-team all-district after rushing for 712 yards, catching 20 passes for 404 yards, and scoring nine touchdowns for the Panthers football team; he averaged 15.0 ppg for the Panthers basketball team; he was also named a second-team all-district outfielder after leading the Panthers baseball team with a .446 batting average and 28 stolen bases. The speedy center fielder paced the Panthers with a .446 batting average, a .500 on-base percentage, and 28 steals. He was named team MVP and was selected to the Bull Rim District’s second-team as an outfielder. He finished his baseball career with more than 120 stolen bases, while being thrown out just twice. “Bobby turned singles into triples. If he got on base, he was going to make it to third, either by hitting or stealing," Jenkins said. His brilliant 2007 season has made Czekaj hungry to continue his baseball career. “At first I was going to sign with UVA at Wise to play football,” Czekaj said. “But I think I’m better suited to play baseball. 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Smith breaks his own long-jump record By Kevin Allen Rappahannock News Staff Writer It took 31 years for someone to break Fred Frye’s long-jump record at Rappahannock County High School. But now Irving Smith has done it for the second time in eight days. Smith’s leap of 22 feet, 2 inches on Saturday at the Group A state track-and-field meet topped his previous best of 21 feet, 9 3/4 inches, which he achieved at the regional meet on May 25. The distance was good for a third-place finish among the 24 competitors at the state meet. Smith was six indies short of the state title. “I was definitely hoping to break a record” this season, he said. “I thought at states I would jump farther, because of the adrenaline.” Frye jumped 21 feet, 9 1/4 inches in 1976 to set the previous school record. Smith was the only Panther that made it to the state meet at Radford University, so he couldn’t depend on his teammates to help motivate him. “I kind of just had to pump myself up,” he said. “And I used the people that were there to help me, because I like crowds.” Smith had never competed in front of so many fans at an athletic event, he said. The senior will graduate from RCHS in a couple weeks, but he plans to keep practicing in hopes of continuing his track and basketball careers in college. Female Athlete of the Year The difference maker By Steve Franklin Rappahannock News Staff Writer Medicine has been on Rebecca nipper’s mind fin* as long as she can remember. Since she was 10 years old, she’s thought of doctors and nurses as difference makers. So, next fall the Rappahannock County High School senior will enlist in James Madison University’s school of nursing so she too i*«n make a difference. While she may still be tiying to make an impact in medicine, she’s already made a huge splash athletically. “Rebecca has always been an impact player,” RCHS softball coach Richie Burke said. “She’s a four-year starter on varsity, and has always been one of our best players.” Ip 2007, Tupper was captain and leader of the only two RCHS girls teams to win championships. And whoa her team needed her the most, she came through in the clutch. In the fall, she led the Panthers’ volleyball team to their first regional championship by scoring the final five Rebecca Tupper •Age: 18 • Class: Senior • Sports: Volleyball, basketball, and softball • Home: Sperryville • Family: Parents, Mike and Raye Tupper; brother, Chase, 16; sister, Natalie, 15 • Hobbies: Volleyball, basketball, softball, movies, and four-wheelers • College: Will study nursing at James Madison University • Fast Facts: Tupper was a second-team addistrict outfielder; she had a .419 batting average with 10 RBI, and two game-winning doubles for the Pan- there; she averaged nearly 10 points per game during basketball season; and service paints in the decisive game of the regional title match to beat Nelson County. “That was the greatest feeling,” 'Dipper said. “In 1976, my dad was part of the Rappahannock County baseball team that won the regional championship and now I will have a banner that hangs alongside his. That’s pretty awesome.” She finished among the Panthers’ leaders in service points, kills, and digs, cm a team that made it to the VHSL Group A state semi-finals and finished fourth in the state rankings. After a basketball season in which she averaged nearly 10 points per game as a starting guard, it was on to softball, her bread and butter sport. In the spring, she led the Lady Panthers with a .418 bat ting average and 10 RBI. In games against Madison and Strasburg, the senior outfielder proved to be a gamer as she produced a pair of game-winning doubles. “I like the pressure,” Tupper said. “I like to have the game on my shoulders.” Tupper was an integral part in helping the Panthers claim the Bull Run District title. She was named an All-Bull Run District outfielder for a second straight year. 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Hearthstone hosts Agnihotra ritual By Charlie Spiering Rappahannock News Staff Reporter Last month, Hearthstone receptionist Lisa Powers and her husband Richard, together with guests from South America introduced a fire ritual at Hearthstone School to curious members of the community. Angihotra proponents Abell Hernandez and Aleta Macan are currently on a world tour spreading the word of the positive effects of Agnihotra, a ceremony from the ancient Vadr peoples. The couple presents tutorials of the healing benefits of the fire ritual around the world using a high powered laptop computer laden with multimedia presentations. Agnihotra rituals (also called aromatherapy) use fires made of dried cow manure built inside copper pyramid shaped vessels. “Throughout the ages, the shape of the pyramid has been recognized for its ability to collect energy,” said Powers. Participants of the ritual also add organic ghee (a type of butter) to the manure to help it burn, and burn small teaspoons of brown rice. Each fire ritual has a different purpose and time, allowing for different effects. The fires lit at Hearthstone were part of a sunset ritual that heal the atmosphere. “In all cultures there has been purification rituals of fires that are purposed towards keeping the planet healthy and calm,” said Lisa Powers, noting that the effects of the ritual effect the immediate area as well as the greater atmosphere of the planet. “In our history there has never before been such high levels of pollution,” she added. “Agnihotra purifies the atmosphere of pollutants and neutralizes harmful radiations.” As the fires burned, the individuals chanted certain mantras. The sunset mantras loosely translated into English, mean, “Agni, (Fire), Lord of all Created beings.” and, “This belongs to Agni, (Fire), not me.” The Sunrise mantras are similar, only they call upon “Prajapati” (lord of creatures.) Prajapati is a Hindu deity that is supposed to preside over procreation, and is considered a protector of life. “It doesn’t really matter what the words mean,” said Powers, “only the vibrations from the words.” Each fire ritual has a different purpose and time, allowing for different effects. Hernandez focused primarily on the healing powers of personal Agnihotra rituals, citing hundreds of disease cures that are documented on their website. “I Photo courtesy of Abell Hernandez FEELING THE FLAMES: Area citizens participate in an Agnihotra sunset ritual. BRAZILIAN GUEST: Lisa and Richard Powers hosted a presentation by Abell Hernandez (center) about Agnihotra never bothered to find out how it works, I simply focus on my experiences with it,” he noted. The ritual is spreading quickly in South America where Hernandez and his wife ^dacan are from. “The important part of the process is to start a change of consciousness,” said Hernandez, “after that the healing process can begin.” What a ride! ] Photos courtesy of Bob Smythers GROUP SUPPORT: Bikers rally to the Virginia Tech Campus Local bikers organize run to Virginia Tech By Charlie Spiering Rappahannock News Staff Writer It began early Saturday morning as a group of 24 bikers revved up their engines . They left from the Rappahannock County High School, turned onto U.S. 211 and hit the road. At a cost of roughly $20 per rider, they left to raise monies for the families of the April 16 Virginia Tech tragedy. As they traveled to Blacksburg, they were joined by other bikers until they numbered over 300 as they cruised into the Virginia Tech campus for the first Hokie Spirit Memorial Ride. 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HOKIE SPIRIT: A biker flies his colors with a Virginia Tech flag. “Words just can’t explain that feeling” said Howard Clark, one of the organizers of the event. “As we rode in, people were waving, cheering us on, flashing V’s. . .you almost forgot you were riding a motorcycle,” said fellow Rappahannock organizer Del Clarambeau, who lives in Sperryville. Clarambeau and Clark began organizing the ride in early May, shortly after the Virginia Tech tragedy gripped the nation. “If you ask me this was as big as 9/11 for our country, said Clark. “It didn’t have international ties, but I consider it to be a terrorist attack on a domestic scale.” Clark said that the community was very responsive to the riders. “People are still hurt bad from what happened,” Clark said seriously. The riders presented a check of about $4,000 for the Hokie Spirit Memorial Fund to representatives at Virginia Tech. The fund is the official memorial fund founded by Virginia Tech. The money is used to offer assistance to Virginia Tech victims and their families. “It was an exciting thing, seeing them all ride to Shultz hall,” said Kim Christopoulos, the Virginia Tech Director of Donor Relations. “Bikers are a pretty generous group and it shows with all of them coming together to support Virginia Tech.” “A lot of people were really moved by it,” said Bob Smythers, the Assistant Director of Gift Planning, “they were really a nice group of people.” Clarambeau and Clark plan to organize a ride next year in support of Virginia Tech. “It’s amazing that we got the response we did with only a month of planning,” said Clarambeau. “Next year is going to be bigger than ever.” Email the reporter at cspiering@timespapers. com r BLACKSBURG BIKERS: The Hokie Memorial Ride made quite an impression with motorcycles lined up at Virginia Tech. Visit US \Online TlmesCommuni ty.com

June 7, 2007 www.rappnews.com ►'* *•*<* -• « . > 1 ft * Dog dance detailed ■* Rappahannock Animal Welfare League holds annual fund raiser By Jed Duvall Special to the Rappahannock News Science tells us that some homo sapiens, two-legged creatures of the early 21st Century, many found in the foothills of the mountains known as the Blue Ridge, would conduct an annual celebration of the love and care of their four-footed companions. These lesser, furred animals, known variously as pets, canines, hounds, doggies or - in some cases - kootchie-koos, were indeed dogs; loyal companions to the humans for several | centuries. Such a celebration, involving song and dance and platters of ? (human) food, was conducted in a closed hall known as the j Schoolhouse in Sperryville this past Saturday night. > The humans gathered in a large number, perhaps 120. The young were in their 20s. The oldest among them remember voting for Eisenhower, or Stevenson. They cruised the silent auction for paintings and drawings; for various services such as fancy dinners; for small gift items, and even furniture. The participants in this ritual partook of the bounty of the Epicurious Cow, including salmon, pasta, and salad. As evidence of their regard for canines, there was also a polenta, com and cheese concoction in the shape of a dog bone treat. On the dance floor, their feet were made to move by daneo caller, Brad Sayler. He was in command to the times of the Morrison Brothers Band; that’s Jim, the dad, and sons Will and Owen. ..... -_»■- ^ g ' 'J*TlrilMflitfiiiifittiiwHM DOGGIE TREAT FOR HIM: John Beardsley tries the polenta “dog bone” at the Hound Dog buffet dinner. r—'ir inm i in ms THREE HOLIN’ DAWG LADIES: Ann Callaway, Terri Lehman of ECOW and RAWL President Sally Cunningham at the Hound Dog Hoedown. The evening was filled with laughter and dancing* The chief beneficiaries of the entertainment, the homeless and neglected canines of the area, were not present, except as symbols in pictures and the exceptional handbag of Susie MacNelly, which is in the shape of a pug, face and all. The person most responsible for the Hound Dog Hoedown of the Rappahannock Animal Welfare League, RAWL president Sally Cunningham, said that not only were “fund-raising goals met” but that plans are underway for another joyous ritual next year. 0 AT CALLER’S COMMAND: Mary Duncan, Philip Smith and Sara Adams are part of the circle of dancers to sweep to middle when the caller sings “Into the Center.” QUIET! BIDDERS AT WORK: Meredith and Joe Oliver peruse the silent auction at the RAWL fund raiser. i All photos by Lili Duvall PROMENADE!: Muggy and Marty Hoffmann of Flint Hill follow the caller’s command at the Hound Dog Hoedown. 1 L HAPPY MIXTURE: That’s me, “JD". I am a bit of Shepherd and a bit of something else. I am five years old and was put on this Earth to be your companion and faithful guard. No creature would be as loyal to you as I. And no one you know, on two feet or four, would be as eager to please, and'f as easy to keep. I have had all my shots, have beerj^ neutered and am making a temporary home at the sheltefcx in Amissville. That’s where you can find me; just phone 540-937-3283 and ask for “JD". -4 4 Celebration and Fireworks ,4^. ,■.. General Parking: 110 «tr ■ jjjjfefr, TMgete Perking: $80 ear . rporstion section Is S2S8 wtifcfc im/kefim - mzt* wftti a bang thanks to Ihs gffdrtKjpfbio or ftfeife e«to» m mns% m» ua Settle* EdcSe Wajttanti, Gog Wsytand, and Gag WWame. 'For «*©*« conleet Co-Chrihimr Richie Surko as or Cfr-CtainMai Gary 548H8S7-0333 or mmi ittftpi wl ppco2efi FacesofRappahannock Pat Saltonstall •Age: 81 • Birthplace: Dedham, Massachusetts • Family: Three sons: George, who lives in Mexico, Nathaniel and Philip • Job: Retired, former journalist Pat authored a column entitled “Diplomatically Speaking” with the Washington Star. Her beat was the White House. ‘ Before that she worked tor the Miami News in Dade County, Florida. • Favorite movie: “To Ki a Mockingbird* • Favorite book: “Team of Rivals: The Ffolttical Genius of Abraham Lincoln by Doris Kearns Goodwin. Pat likes to read two books at a time. Her other favorite is Treakonocmcs” by authors Steven Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner. • Hobbies: “My avocation is reading,” said Pat Other interests include horseback riding, swimming and knitting. • Personal hero: Abraham Lincoln • Worst habit: T do a fair amount of procrastinating.” • First waking thought: To get up quick and get going • What brings a smile to your face: Rappahannock County and my mountain If there is anyone that can get you energized and inspired, it’s 81-year-old F’al Saltonstall. She brims with enthusiasm and embraces Me as much now as ever. Working for years in the Washington, D.C. area, Pat was on the hunt for a rural setting to build a home. She found that nearly 40 years ago when she discovered Rappahannock County. “He was known as Mr. Rappahannock,” said Pat of Jim Bill Fletcher, Sr. who sold her on buying property on what is now Points of View Farm. Pat recalled a wild dirt bike ride through the hills as one of her first introductions to the beauty of this area. That and learning to ride well enough to join in on local hunts. When she bought her property from Virgil Atkins, he was 81-years-old and had just recently planted three ash trees. Those trees are now the same age as Pat, still standing and providing shade, beauty and memories. In 1979-80, Pat made a bold leap to go into farming. She purchased her first head of cattle and with the help of Ranee Spellman turned several of her acres into prime grazing land. “Ybu’d never know it, but there’s 100 acres on top of the mountain thafs clear,” smiled Pat who remembers with fondness the work that Spellman did on her farm. "There aren’t any erosion problems up there thanks to the work that he did.” Ts like being on another planet,” said Pat of her pristine setting perched atop Rappahannock County. When people come to visit, they are immediately wooed by her gardens, ponds and restful waterfall. From covering two presidents, J.F. Photo by Richard Lykes Kennedy and Lyndon Johnson, Pat continues to have a full plate. Currently, she’s “traveled out” as she has just returned from retracing Magellan’s trip crossing the equator with her son, Philip, and about 90 other passengers. Another favorite haunt for Pat is Maine where she loves to walk along the coast. Working on her farm and writing occupy most of her waking days. That and volunteering. Pat is on the board of the Rappahannock Historical Society and will be taking some artifacts - like Civil War bullets - to show to children at this Friday’s D.A.R.E. Day festivities at the Rappahannock County Elementary School. Pat admits to going through some hard times years ago but is adamant 1 would never leave this place.” With 355 acres, Pat has a lot of ground to cover. “As long as you’re well, it’s fine. I wake 14) every morning with a positive attitude. I’m always on,” laughed Pat

Virginia Derby nomination box overflowing with talent The fourth running of the $200,000 Virginia Oaks, highlight of the $1 million Virginia Derby (gr. II) undercard on July 21 at Colonial Downs, drew 66 early nominations. Graded stakes winners Street Sounds, Valbenny, Sharp Susan, Bear Now and Sealy Hill highlight the early nominations list. Hidden Creek Farm’s Street Sounds is three for four on the turf, including two stakes wins. The Street Cry filly scored her biggest win earlier this spring in the $250,000 Beaumont Stakes (gr. II) on Keeneland’s polytrack. Street Sounds was most recently an easy 5 3/4length winner of the Hilltop Stakes at Pimlico. Michael Matz trains Street Sounds. Valbenny has been near flawless in California for trainer Patrick Gallagher. The Val Royal filly won the Miesque Stakes (gr. Ill) in r her stateside debut last fall. She added another Grade III victory on May 12 in the Senorita Stakes at Hollywood, avenging her only American loss by beating Super Freaky by 1 3/4 lengths. Super Freaky beat Valbenny in the Grade TIT Provedencia earlier this spring. Winstar Farms’ Sharp Susan hopes to emulate Aunt Henny, the 2006 Virginia Oaks winner, by adding the Virginia Oaks to her win in the Herecomesthebride Stakes (gr. III). Sharp Susan’s only turf loss came when broken equipment ruined her chances in the Miss Grillo stakes last fall. Bill Mott trains the Touch Gold filly. Bear Now was a dominant eight-length winner of the $250,000 Selene Stakes (gr. Ill) at Woodbine most recently. The Tiznow filly has never tried turf but is 3-for-5 on Woodbine’s polytrack surface. Reade Baker trains Bear Now for Bear Stables, Ltd. Melnyk Racing Stables’ Sealy Hill is another filly with superior polytrack form who has yet to try turf. Sealy Hill captured the Grade III Bourbonette Breeders’ Cup at Turfway in March before failing to handle the sloppy Churchill surface in the Kentucky Oaks (gr. I). The Point Given filly has three wins in six lifetime starts for trainer Mark Casse. The 2007 Colonial Thoroughbred meet runs Friday, June 15-Aug. 7. Post time 1 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays and 5 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays. Steeplechase races are carded every Sunday throughout the meet. For more information call (804) 966-7223 or visit www. colonialdowns.com. Horses & People Horse sale June 9 The Fauquier Livestock Exchange in Marshall will hold its regular “second Saturday” horse sale this week, June 9, starting at 1 p.m. About 100 horses are expected to sell, with five registered Thoroughbred broodmares, four of them with foals by their sides, featured. Details are at (540) 364-2310. Ride the Brandy Station Batdefield There will be a guided horseback tour of the Brandy Station Battlefield on June 9, the 144th anniversary of the intense cavalry battle. Sponsored by the Brandy Station Foundation, the two-hour tour starts at 10 a.m. The cost is $20 per rider, and reservations are required. Details are at (540) 547-4106 or log onto wwwbrandystatianfeundatiGn.cGnL Trailblazers meet The Trailblazer’s trail dub will meet Thursday, June 21 at Granpa Groovey’s restaurant in Shiloh Baptist Pastor: Rev. Michael Tinsley Sr. Services 1st & 3rd Sunday Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship service 11 a.m. $ F.T. Baptist Pastor: Dan Yoweil Sunday: Sunday School 10 ajrt. Worship 11 a.m. m, Trinity Episcopal $ - ■ ^ Rector: Rev. Jennings W. Hobson III Thursday: Contemplative Prayer 7 am. Sunday: Holy Eucharist 8 a.m. Holy Eucharist 9:15 a.m. Sunday School TO am. f .-JM f 1 - Morning Prayer 11 a.m. §< : M Wednesday: Holy Eucharistand Bible study, 9:30 a.m. | 4 Thursday: Contemplative Payer? am-III Promise Land Baptist Pastor: Herbert Johnson Sunday: Sunday School 9: i •■wfctfa*. ! Hi First Baptist Pastor: Rev. Dr. Wendell R. Grant Services: First and third Sundays 11 am. Church School: First and third Sundays 9:45 a.m. t ,s ■ Bible Study: Wednesday 7-8 p.m. April through August SL Peter’s Catholic Parish W" 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 Weekdays Tuesday-Saturday, 8:30 am. Confessions: 4:30-5 p.m., Saturday, after masses > 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. | Rappahannock United Methodist Change H Pastor Rev: Leah DeLong v | Flint HHI UMC -Sunday Worship at 1:45 . a.m.,Children’s Church during the worship’ service. Adult Sunday School at 10 a jo.. caH for Bible Study Schedule (675-3370) WIKIS Chapel UMC - Sunday Worship at 9:55 a Jit, Sunday School al 8:46 a.m., Bible Study on Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. ^ . Sperryville UMC - Sunday W0rsh$ at M 1 30 a.m.,Sunday School 10^5 aol, -ifl Study on Sunday at '2.pp^: ' >;S§ Pastor: Rev. Philip Bnlhy.. ^ Sunday: Sunday School 9:451.n# § ’m Morning Worship 11 am | .f* Wednesday: Men’s DisdpieshipCtase7 pin, Thursday: Adult Choir 7 p.m. Pastor: Re*. David Johnson Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. -A Sunday Worship 11 a.m. f •* Evening Worship 6:30 p.m. X Tuo6day:Bible Study 7 pan. i ^ Massanova Pentecostal Pastor: Rev. L. D. Savage Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Youth 5:45 p.m. Evening Worship 7 p.m. Tuesday: Worship 7 p.m. --r=v>* <■*•*> - N Hopewell Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Henry A. Townes ll 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: Pratse/Worship service 10:30 a.m. '. Wednesday: Praise/Worship, Prayer, Bible v Study 7:30 pjn. # SsfcirdaysYbuth Alive Group 7 p.m. “ Sendees at Vtewtown General Store FtthtHm Baptist Church .Pastor: Rev. .femes L. Payne Sunday; Worship service 11 a.m. i '■* -» $ Ckt Bream Hollow Pentecostal . .% » _ . ... Meets second Sunday at 10:30 a.m. « Praise Fellowship, Amlssville Pastor: Gene Nicholson Meeting at 14876 Lee Highway Sunday momfrg 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Prayer Service 7 p.m. Bethlehem Ministries Pastor: Mark Jarvis Teacher Mackie Jenkins Meeting at 17094 Lee Highway Amissvitte i Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship 11 &m. Evening worship 6 p.m. Wednesday Prayer 7 p.m. Now teaching the Book of Revelation at 6 p.m. service^ ounaay: ounoay benool 11 a.m. jp Second and fourth Sundays only Baptist Church Pastor, Elder Forest Atwood siLEslsERVlCE 51# Frost Avenue, Warrenton <S4». 347-4422 I BOO! 374-83*4 Broadview Auto Sales, Inc. 74 Broadview Ave. • Warrenton (540) 347-9600 broadviewautos. com CCall the Home Specialist Sharon M. Burke, Associate Broker. GR1. \BR 819 James Marlison H^v 'karremon. V.A 20! 86 ■347-2121 or Cell: 540-223-8115 W.C. Thompson Funeral Home 503-7 North Main St.. Culpeper Virginia 540-825-6700 Acclaim Cleaners Wcjteie Aa On-Site Facility' Same Dqt Drv deaning 4 Laundrs Ser. ices In By 10 Out fry 3 Mondav Salurdac urt s *t>\\s \ u/ / a W"ii -hri. "*-A‘ • Sitf, %-"*•( ln\fil <m sitii,la\ 494 WmmMm AM—g. Warrentoo • $49-.VT-S4W L*j».46ed *1 Bus mens 17 turxi u> \uu> Amt The Marshall Agency, Inc. General Insurance Main St . Marshall. VA 540-364-1614 • 800-868-4179} Doctor? Lawyer? A'eouatait? This little guy’s parents are already planaiag his (hlure. They’re saeiag to give him tie best education obtainable, because they wait him to be happy aid sueceasftil... a sol to be proud of. h would be spies did if a good education automatically led to happiness and success, but in fortunately tt doesn't. Mauyweledurated men and women fail Uterly when it comes to lietig a stable and worthwhile life because they lack the strength of character that could sustain them. there is 10 better training grand for tbs building of character that God’shouse. There, childrei arc encouraged to follow a way of life that will not fail them. “For the Lord giaes wisdom, and from his mouth come knowledge and understanding.” Proaerbs 2:6 Give your child eaery chance to succeed. Make sure that his or her education includes a thorough knowledge of religious truths. Attend church with aourfamliy. Ganaiis 11-1# Ganatis 0 20—0 1 7 Tuesday 12 1-20 him tii-ii Friday 111-11 17.1-*? 9anprurus S&ecfoa 9y Tbs Amsrvan 3&)is Soctsty Cot*"?* »rrr, ''mn s* **£**><* a o 3« r’arr. cr»non—**■. va 22«6. MM^Jap—gdCnm ihk m Church Events, Co. Logos. Team Sp«jct%. Family Reunions. Proud sponsor of Relay tor Life Fauq. <$t Rapp Co. Call us for \ our Special Event' 540-364-0501 The Family Restaurant Main Street PO Box 476 Washington. Va 22747 ! 54«M»75-1U64 Excellent Food <u Affordable Price* David Fluff Owner Mon. Sal. 8 to 8 p m Sunday a day ot ml Warrenton. A guest speaker will discuss “telepathic animal communication.” The meeting begins at 7:30 p.m., or arrive early to join club members for dinner. Details are at (540) 341-4992. Ride the trails at Bolinvar The Middleburg Hunt will host its annual summer trail ride and picnic June 16 at 8 a.m. The cost is $20 per person. Register by calling (540) 687-5446. Bowman benefit A trail ride to benefit injured rider Mike Bowman is slated June 10 at the Locust Hill Preserve near Culpeper. The twohour pleasure ride starts at 4 p.m., with catered dinner to follow. The ride and dinner are $40, or participants are welcome to attend the ride only, or dinner only. Details are at (540)672-5236. Bull Run series The local Bull Run Hunt will host a series of trail rides beginning June 9 at Freedom Fields at 10 a.m. Other rides are June 20 at Hawfield Grange at 9:30 a.m., July 14 at the BRH clubhouse at 9 a.m., July 21 at the Preserve at 9 a.m., Aug. 18 at Maple Lawn at 9 a.m., and Sept 2 at Birmingham Farm at 9 a.m. There will be two groups at each ride, with snacks to follow. Details are at (540) 905-9482 or log onto www.bullrunhuntcom. Mellon film The National Gallery of Art will premiere a new hour-long documentary featuring rarely seen images and footage of benefactor ffeul Mellon on June 9 at 1 p.m., with a second showing on June 10 at 5 p.m. in the East Building auditorium at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. Upperville’s Mellon, who loved equestrian sports, is known to many as the breeder of legendary racehorses Mill Reef and 1993 Kentucky Derby winner Sea Hero. He once said, “Over the years, I’ve bred some very good horses, but a hundred years from now, the only place my name will turn up anywhere will be in the studbook, for I was the breeder of Mill Reef” “Raul Mellon: In His Own Wards,” a film celebrating the centenary of Paul Mellon’s birth, will be available as a free download on Apple iTunes starting June 11. The broadcast premiere is slated for June 13 and 16 at 9 p.m. on WETA-TV, channel 26 in Washington, D.C. Other public television stations will air it this fall. To learn more about the film and the extensive related programs, log onto www.nga.gov/ press/2007/film-mellon.shtm. New fellowship The National Sporting Library in Middleburg is inviting applications for a new research fellowship. The library has 16,000 sporting books and many years’ worth of horse and field periodicals. Call (540) 687-6542 for details. Guided riding tour of‘Brandy Station Battlefield Hie tour will start at 10:00 a.m. at the Graffiti House in Brandy Station, VA and go to Kelly's Ford and Stevensburg. Cost is $10 per parson, children free For information call 540547-4106 or go to www.brandystatkmfoundatjcn.com. The Brandy Station Foundation sponsors the tours which are held every other Saturday until September. Contact Betsy Parker Horse & Field Sports Edttor Fauquier Times-Democrat P.O. Box 631 Warrantor, Va. 20188 (540) 347-4222 Home oMce: (540) 3642929 Fax: (540) 348-8676 E-mail: BPartwrOtimespapefs.com Sporting Calendar JUNE Through June 10 Upperville Colt and Horse Show, Upperville, (540) 253-5760 5-9 Equine Science Society symposium, Hunt Valley, Md., hosted by University of Maryland, www.enps.org/2007 7 Summerplace Farm schooling show, 4 p.m., pleasure-open hunters, www.summerplacefarm.com , (540) 364-0006 8-10 Virginia Arabian show, Culpeper, (703) 3706573 8- 10 Southern States showdown — Quarter Horses, Reining, Palominos, Virginia Horse Center, Lexington, (800) 485-1676 9 Nokesville Horse Society hunter show, Nokesville park, 9 am., (540)364-4845 9 Clifton Horse Society farm tour, of Fjord breeding Ironwood Farm, RixeyviHe, new and prospective members invited, (540) 7294430 9 Thornton HHI Hounds ' trail ride, Crossmofina, Flint Hid, 10 a.m., $25, kids under 12 free, tailgate picnic folows ride, (540) 987-8302 9 Bid Run Hunt trafl ride, 10 a.m„ Freedom Fields, two groups, snacks to follow, (540) 905-9482, www.builrunhunt.com 9 Horse sale, 1 pm, Fauquier Livestock Exchange, Marshal, 100 horses and ponies, (540) 364-2310 9 Brandy Station Battlefield mounted tour, 144th anniversary of cavalry battle, 2-hour ride starts at 10 a.m., $20, (540) 5474106 9- 10 Rubicon Farm horse trials, Leesburg, (703) 7776799 9-10 Vede-Nova dressage, Morven Park, Leesburg, (703) 790-1424 10 Hazetwild Farm hunter schooOng show series, Fredericksburg, (540) 891-7101 10 Mike Bowman benefit trail ride, 4 p.m., Locust HU Preserve, Culpeper, 4 p.m. trail ride, 6 p.m. cocktails and dfoner, $40, (540) 6725236 10 Blue Ridge Hunt trail ride, Rolling Hills, BerryviRe, 9 am., $20, breakfast to follow, (540) 837-1422 13-14 Vada-Nova dressage breeding show, Morven Park, Leesburg, (703) 790-1424 14 Summerplace Farm schooling show, 4 p.m., pleasure-open hunters, www.summerplacefarm.com (540)364-0006 15-17 Peso Fino show, Virginia Horse Center, Lexington 16 Oak HIM hunter schooling show, White Post (540) 837-3000. www. oakhUfthorough breds.com 16 Rappahannock Hunt trail ride, 5 pm.. Maple Lawn, Culpeper, ‘slow' pace, jumping optional, $20, picnic to follow, (540) 547-2993 Want more? More complete Horse and Field Sports coverage can be found weekly in the Fauquier Taros-Democrat . Also see Friday^ Fauquier Weekend lor breaking horse news. Stories ate also onlne at www.teuquier.oom.

All submissions in Upcoming Events must be received by 3 p.m. on Mondays in order to be included in the next edition of the paper. Send email to Jan Clatterbuck at jclatterbuckmmespapers.com Please be sure to include a name and telephone number for information. Head Start Program taking applications Skyline CAP Head Start is a preschool program lor 3 and 4-year-old children. Applications tor the 2007-2008 school year are now being accepted. Children must be at least 3 years of age by September 30,2007. Children with special needs are also encouraged to apply. Skyline CAP Head Start is a free program for income eligible families. The only cost to you is a little of your time each month. For more information, please call Jennie Sherrill at 540675-1317. “Seeking Contestants” “Male or Female” FSnt HNI Volunteer Fire Department seeking young ladies (1-21) and young men (1-8) to participate in their annual carnival. Contestants wM be selling raffle tickets on the 2007 Colorado Pick-up truck and the heifer. For more information contact Karen Williams at 540-635-4673 and leave a message. The carnival dale is set for Aug. 15-18. “Seeking Contestants” Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company, Inc. is now seeking contestants for Honorary Fire Chief, ages (13-20), Junior Miss (812) and Little Miss (3-7) for our annual carnival to be held June 27-30. Winners are based on number of raffle tickets sold. For tickets and more information you may contact Sandi at 540-937^218. June: Upcoming Red Cross Classes Child/Infant CPR & First Aid-$58 June 11:9 am. to 3 p.m. CPR for the Professional Rescuer-$69 June 16:9 a. m. to 5 p m. Adult/ Child/ Infant CPR & First Aid - $62 June 23:9 a. m. to 5 p. m. Babysitting Training June28:9am. to3pm. (Must be 11 years old by dale of class) All classes held at Culpeper Office at 146 N. Main St. Pre-registration is required. Please call 825-8611 or 434-979-7143 if you are interested or have any questions, or visit our website at www.centralvirginia.recicross.ofg June and July: The Ree Clinic schedule The Rappahannock Free Clinic wiB be open on «Ame 20 and July 18 at the County Health Department on Main Street in Washington. There wi be no cfinic on July 4. For more information cal the Fauquier Free Clinic at 540-347-0394. June 8: Come hear Lucia & Levi Lucia & Levi have been touring the Eastern Seaboard on & off for 20 years often as a Duo, and occasionally with their band The Little Zippers. Levi plays guitar and doubles on Tenor Sax. t-fe years of experience have made him into a ‘guitar player’s guitar player* Lucia plays Keyboards and Blues Harp. They cover a variety of material from Jack Johnson to Bonnie Raitt, Santana, Jimi Hendrix, Bob Marley, as wel as Jazz Stapdards, 50’s & 60’s Rock & Rol. 70’s & 80 s Funk & R&R They wfl be performing at Griffin Tavern, Friday June 8, from 8 pm. -11 p.m. To find out more, visit them on fine at www.theKttlezippers.com June 8: DJLR.E. Day Come Join Captain Jeff Brown as he once again orchestrates this annual event held at the Rappahannock County Elementary School. There will be lots of exhibitors and fun for the entire family as well as safety tips. It’s a wonderful community event! June 8: Library series features Bob Deans The Rappahannock Association tor the Arts and the Community Ubrary Series w* feature "The River Where American Began; A Journey Aiong the James,” by author and correspondent Bob Deans. Dean writes a captivating book perfectly partnered with the 400th anniversary of the touring of Jamestown. The pubkc <s welcome. The event is free and starts at 8 pm at the Rappahannock County Pubic Ubrary June 8: Introduction to ' The Work of Byron Katie The Work of Byron Katie is four questions and a turnaround, which is a way of experiencing Ihe opposite of what you beleve. Anyone with an open mind can do 1A free, informal introduction to the use of this Inquiry in your life wil be presented by Barbara Heite, a graduate of the nine day School for the Work on June 8 from 7-9 pm at 95 Harris Hotow Road. The Work is a powerful tool for peace on Earth, which begins right now as we end the war within. Learn to identify and question the thoughts that cause al the suffering in the world. I look forward to sharing my experience of The Work with you. More information about The Work of Byron Katie can be found on the excellent web6ite www.thework.com.Fbr questions and directions to this introduction please cal Barbara at 675-2999. Participants wil leave with toe abiity to use The Work in their daily lives. June 8-10: Auditions for “Damn Yankees’* Fauquier Community Theatre wil hold auditions for its production of “Damn \bnkeesT Friday June 8 from 7:00 to 10:00 pm and Saturday, June 9 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm Callbacks, if necessary, wfl be held Sunday. June 10 from 2:00 p.m. to 5.-00 ffcm. Auditions wil be held at 4260 Sigler Drive, Vint Hil Farms Station, Warrenton, VA. The show is being directed by Evelyn Rice. This classic Broadway hit tate the story of Joe Boyd who sels his soul to a devilish salesman, Applegate, to ensure the Washington Senators basebal team wins the league pennant against the Yankees. The show features classic Broadway hits like "You Gotta Have Heart, “Whatever Lola Wants," and “Shoeless Joe from Hannibal, MO.” Cast requirements include 3 women (ages 35-60), 5 younger women (ages IB35), 9 older men (ages 35-60), 15 younger men (ages 16-35), 6 teenage girls (ages 14-16), 4 boys and 4 girls (ages 10-13). Those interested in auditioning will be asked to prepare a short song and be prepared to dance. A CD player and piano will be provided. It will be important to know any conflicts for rehearsal dates before casting the show. It is requested that you arrive at the beginning of the audition. Performance dates for the show are September 7,8,9,14,15,16.21,22, and 23. For more information or directions, go to www.fctstage.org or call FCTs phone line at (540) 3498760. In addiion, you may call the Director, Evelyn Rice, 540-878-9057. June 9: Benefit dinner for Phyllis Keyser Atkins A benefit (firmer wffl be held on June 9 from 510 p.m. at the Sperryvitle Fire Hall tor Phyllis Keyser Atkina There wiH be live music and a Silent Auction. The cost is $25 a couple or $15 singles. Phyllis was diagnosed with lung cancer back in February. Ail proceeds wiH go for her treatment Donations would be greatly appreciated. For more information cal Mildred Atkins at 540-937*3439 or Betty Grigsby at 540-987-8376 or Ann Martin at 540-987-1092. Come out and support this benefit dinner. June 9: Calling AU Hands Big and small people alike are invited to the first annual Planting Party to be held at the RCES county yard garden, on Saturday, June 9 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. We will be building raised beds, planting a Butterfly garden, creating mulched pathways and a compost pile for our elementary students. Bring work gloves and s shovel if you are able. Contact Trista Scheuerlein at 987-8312 for more information. Refreshments will be served. June 9: “The Gold Chaser” book signing at Borders Come hear our own Edmund Kavanaugh discuss his craft on Saturday, June 9, at 3 p.m. at Borders in Warrenton Dublin-born Edmund Kavanaugh appears to decuss his life’s work as a master goldsmith. He has accrued marry testimonials during his long, golden career. Among other important commissions are: a replica of the 170-year-old City of London mace, suitable for traveling; 130 ceremonial maces used by U. S. rnitary bands; the championship trophy for the Amateur Golf Association; the Prince PNBp Challenge Cup for the annual Henley Royal Regatta race; and, the National Football League’s Vince Lombardi Trophy given annually to the Super Bowl champion. What he does so beautifully is ‘repousse,” which is the tedious process of transforming thin sheets of gold or silver into beautiful ornaments by tapping out designs from the reverse side. "Repousse” flourished during the Mednval and Renaissance periods but has diminished in modem times because it is so time consuming. In the United States, besides Mr. Kavanaugh, there are only four other known artisans specializing in “repousse* at this time and no new apprentices betog trained. « June 9-10: Bam Sale Gooney Manor Antiques wiH be having a Bam Sale, Saturday, June 9 from 8 a.m. to 5 p. m. and on Sunday, June 10, from 11 am.to5p.m.The bam is located at 5865 Gooney Manor Loop, Browntown, Va. One of a kind items, reasonably priced and delivery available. For more information cal 540-635-4197. June 12: Culpeper Minute Men meeting The Culpeper Minute Men Chapter of the NSDAR will hold ther Tuesday, June 12 meeting at The Kemper Residence, Main Street, Madison, Virginia The meeting will start at 1:30 pm The program will be the Installation of Officers. The hostesses will be Mrs. Ervel Dixon and Mrs. Mary Elizabeth DeLavignaThe chapter is made up of members from Culpeper, Madison, and Rappahannock County. Phone Margaret Francis at 540-987-8291 June 13-14: SCORE announces auditions The American Chicken of SCORE (String, Choral, Orff, and Recorder Ensemble) wiH hold auctions June 13 and 14 for their ensemble program for the 2007/2008 season which begins in September. Children in rising grades 3 through 6 are invited to try out for this unique, musical opportunity. Based in Warrenton, SCORE was founded in 1994 by Artistic Director John Krumich, Betsy Porter and Catharine Waiczak. The group has grown to over 40 chikken from over 20 area pubic and private schools, and several home schools, representing six counties in Virginia's northern piedmont region. The children in SCORE rehearse throughout the season, September through May once per week, and are trained chorally and instrumentaly on Orff instruments, recorders, and optionally on tradkionai string instruments. The group performs 4 to 5 times during the season. Tuition assistance is available. Plans for next season include the Warrenton Wassail with renowned to* musician Mike Seeger and a fulty staged tok cpera in collaboration with Longwood University. Auditions wtH be held, by appointment, in the Highland Center for the Arts choral room on Wednesday, June 13and Thursday June 14. Auctions last approximately 10 minutes and do not require any special preparations or prior musical experience. For more information or to schedule an audition, cal Betsy Porter or John Krurrach at 540428-2313 June 14: TRIAD signing . The Office of Attorney General Robert F. McDonnell, aid Sheriff Sherertz and Major W#ams invite you to attend a formal signing of fie TRIAD Partnership for Rappahannock County. TRIAD is a cooperative agreement between seniors and law enforcement, and interested groups, working together to develop, expand and implement effective crime prevention and safety programs for older Wgrarc. The signing wM be held on June 14, Thuractay at 1 p.m. at the Washington Fre Hal According to the Federal Administration on Aging, while senior citizens currently account for 15 percent of the national population, they are victims in 30 percent of all fraud cases. TRIAD SALT. Councils (Seniors and Law Enforcement Together) are busy year-round building crime-fighting relationships between older citizens and their local law enforcement representatives. Both groups benefit the community by sharing goals, desires, information and resources. Through the TRIAD program, the Sheriff’s Office, and the Rappahannock County seniors will work together to better understand the issues facing the elderly and what can be done to reduce scrams and victimization. Under the TRIAD program guidelines, local group leaders form a SALT council. Members will focus on topics such as avoiding criminal victimization, and increasing involvement in neighborhood watch, fraud, scam warnings, and elder abuse prevention. Following the signing, a meeting will be held for all seniors, officials and county residents interested in being part of the program. For more information call Sharon Pyne, DSS, 675-3313, or Major Williams, Rappahannock County Sheriff’s Office, 675-5300. June 14: Barbara Taylor to visit Congressman Eric Cantor’s Community Outreach Director, Mrs. Barbara Taylor, will be available at the Rappahannock County Library, 4 Library Road, Washington, VA, on Thursday, June 14, from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Congressman Cantor’s office is happy to provide this service to speak with constituents who need assistance or have problems of a Federal nature. Citizens are also welcome to express their opinions on matters of concern, particularly national topics or issues before the United States Congress. Constituents who Wish to make direct contact with Congressman Cantor's District Offices may call (540) 825-8960 in Culpeper or (1-800) 438-3793 in Richmond. June 15-17: “Witches, Heroes, Lovers and Elves: A Shakespearean Panorama Play dates are June 15,16,17,22,23,24,29, 30 and July 1 The Rappahannock Repertory Company under the gracious sponsorship of the Rappahannock Association for the Arts and Community will present a pageant drawn from scenes of the works of William Shakespeare. A cast of over 30 actors wM portray many of the well-known characters as Henry V, Juliet, Romeo, and Macbeth, as wen as lesser-known and often very funny characters. The cast which ranges in age from 2 years old to 87 years young have been costumed by Marie Scavetti and will perform to a sound track designed by Matt Fitzgerald. Friday and Saturday performances are at 7:00, Sunday matinees at 3:00 in Cliff Miller’s School House in SpenyviHe. A demonstration of stage combat and safety and Madrigal singing wM be offered just preceding the start of the play. Reservations can be made by email hspuskar@earthlink.neL Unless you are recontacted, please assume your reservations are confirmed. There is no set ticket price, instead you are invited to pay what you can, like or wish. We hope that you wiN come to the play several times to see actors rotate and perform in several roles. June 16: Cavaliers, Courage and Coffee: Mostly Owned the Night Saturday, June 16 from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 pm at the BurweW-Morgan MM in MMwood, Virginia. (Directions posted on MHAA’s website) Stories about life in the Mosby Heritage Area during the Civil War including Col. Mosby and his Mosby Rangers are told by costumed interpreters, the Gray Ghost Interpretive Group, by lantern light in and around BurweN-Morgan Mill. Free to the public. Sponsored by the Mosby Heritage Area Association. For more information call 540-6876681 or go on the web at wwwmosbyheritagearea.org. June 16: “The Greatest Gift” book signing at Borders Author Larry Buttram wilt be on hand Saturday, vtone 16, at 2:00 p.m. to discuss his latest book, The Greatest Gift.” A collection of short stories, the title story is about Stephanie Renner, a six year old who is diagnosed with a fetal illness. She asks to be taken to the top of Mount Everest so she can be closer to heaven and talk to Jesus. In desperation her parents take he to The Greatest Gift Foundation, an organization which grants sick children their last request The foundation's director has never tailed a child before but is now being asked to do the impossible. The story teis how he responds. to addition to his first book of short stories, the author has also written False Witness and Honor Thy Sister, mysteries set in Tennessee, his native state, in the 1960s and 70s. June 16: Meet Don Williams Saturday, June 16, from 2-3:30 Don WHiams is the Senior Furniture Conservator at the Smithsonian Institution’s Museum Conservation Institute near Washington, D.C., and expert co-author of the book “Saving Stuff: How to Care for and Preserve Vbur Most Collectibles, Heirlooms, and Other Prized Possessions.” In this presentation, “Preserving Personal Heritage” Mr. Williams wi discuss the opportunities and challenges of preserving family and community treasures. Almost everyone has some items with special value tor them whether these are personal mementos, inherited family heirlooms, or valued investments. In “Saving Stuff,” Don shows how you can effectively preserve your own treasures without going to extreme efforts and expense. This is part of a free lecture series held at the Naturalist Center, 741 Miller Drive, Suite G-2, Leesburg, VA. Phone (703) 770-9712. (No children under 10 years of age please) June 17: Father’s Day at Mount Vernon Mount Vernon invites visitors to spend Father’s Day with the Father of Our County? Genera) Washington wi greet visitors and pose for photographs from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm on Father's Day, June 17. General Washington wifl discuss his rote as husband, stepfather, and Father of Our Country a!1100 am, 1:00 pm, and 3:00 p.m in Vie program “Father to the First Family” in the Little Theater. With a purchased ticket to Mount Vernon, fathers visiting the estate wil recerve complimentary admission to George Washington’s Distiery & Gristmill, located three miles from the estate on Route 235 South. Admission to Mount Vernon is $13 for adults and $6 for children. Admission to George Washington’s Distillery & Gristmill is $4 for adults and $2 children. Children under 5 are admitted free. At the Distillery demonstrations by oostumed distillers take visitors through the historic process of whiskey-making in this reconstruction of the largest 18th-century distiflery in America. Visitors see costumed distillers operating copper stills, stirring mash tubs, and managing the boiler as they demonstrate 18th-century distilling. June 18-23: Blue Ridge Song camp Ki Theatre’s 6-day intensive Blue Ridge Song camp will be held in Charlottesville, VA, June 18-23. Songwriters at all levels are invited to register for this exciting, one of a kind week of workshops with Paul Reisler, JuNe Portman, John McCutcheon, Ron Browning, and special guests. Songwriters of an experience levels are welcome. For more information, please call (540) 987-3164, email mandy@kitheatre.org orvisitwww.kidpanalley.org June 21: RappFLOW monthly meeting RappFLOW (Rappahannock Friends and Lovers of Our Watershed) will hold its monthly meeting at The SchoolHouse in Sperryville starting at 6:30 p.m. Help preserve, protect, conserve and restore water resources and watersheds in Rappahannock County by becoming a member. Phone Louise Bondelid at 987-8693 or go their websiteatwww.rappflow.org June 23: Buffet Country Breakfast Fund raiser Come and enjoy a country breakfast at the Flint Hill Fire Hall on June 23, From 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. or until the food runs out. The Methodists are famous for their outstanding cooking! A love offering will be accepted. During the breakfast you will enjoy music by Richard Brady. There will be plenty of homemade baked goods on sale! Mary Frances Bywater’s famous pies, Jean Lillard’s good cream cheese brownies! There win be a silent auction from 8:30 until noon, featuring dinner for two donated by The Inn At Little Washington, plus many antique items including a daw leg bathtub, beveled glass mirror, glass items, table linens, office equipment and many other wonderful items. Several tables will be set up with tagged items varying in price. A king-size homemade quilt has been donated, which will be on display at the breakfast. A $5 donation for one opportunity and $10 for three opportunities! The fund raising event is being sponsored by the Rappahannock United Methodist Charge to benefit the Rappahannock United Methodist Parsonage Fund. June 23:1396 and 1397 Class Reunion The Rappahannock County High School class of 1996 and 1997 will be having a class reunion at The Blue Rock Inn on June 23. AH alumni who wish toattendmustRSVPtobrownpkOiemsn.com before the event June 23: Coppage-Woodard Reunion The Coppage and Woodard family reunion wiU be held on June 23 at the Washington Fire Hal starting at 11:30 a.m. Everyone is invited. For information cal Louise Woodard at 540-675-2041. June 29-July 1: Learn to Teach Life Stories Workshops with Julie Fortman Ki Theatre is offering the annual three day Train the Trainer Life Stories Workshop. The dates are June 29 through July 1 in Washington, Virginia. Train the Trainer is designed for participants who ' want to facilitate life stories workshops, develop their own story-writing and teaching skills, help students and clients of ail ages recognize and connect with their own stories. 21 Continuing Education Units are available for those who register. The workshop is taught by Julie POrtman, artistic director of Ki Theatre. Julie is a New York Obie award winning theatre artist and writer who has developed and taught the Life Stories Workshop process at Retreat Centers, for not for profit organizations, the United States Senate Staff and a breadth of educational institutions throughout North America. In the Piedmont area, 500 people have participated in Ki Theatre’s life stories workshops. To register and for additional information caH Ki Theatre 540-987-3164; or email Julie@kitheatre.com The fee is $390. July 4: Charity lemonade stand Baby Bear Daycare and Preschool of Sperryville will be sponsoring a charity lemonade stand at the Sperryville July 4th Celebration. There wiU be ice cold lemonade and baked goodies made by the children at Baby Bear Daycare and Preschool. ALL proceeds will go to benefit the Children’s Miracle Network LemonAid project and wiU help give cancer treatments to children. If you have any questions or would like to help for an hour or two, please contact Connie at 987-9644. August 25: Sixth Annual Democratic Committee Yard Sale with Boutique & Collector’s Corner As the spring house cleaning bug begins to bite, remember to donate your items to the Democratic Committee fund raiser. Last year’s yard sale was a treasure trove of discoveries for all those who came to the Washington Fire Hal. To arrange tor drop-off or pick-up of items, please cal Barbara Demis at (540) 364-2509 or Barbara Ado* at (540) 987-9706.

ant & traditional ,4,(.KK] sq. ft. home on # Restored 1921 cape .w many nooks and 'em basement apartment & a anic s shop Obituaries Lina F. Beck Family in Amissville Angelina Eudora “Lisa” Felts Beck, granddaughter of a Civil War soldier and witness to the 20th century, died on June 4 at a nursing home in Bealeton, VA. Mrs. Beck had almost reached her 104th birthday. Bom at home in Boykins, Southampton Co., VA., in 1903, she was the last living child of the late John Baker and Annie Laura Hines Felts, and was the widow of Frederick Winston Beck. Before she was 20, she left the family farm and got a job with AT&T in Richmond, when operators worked in long skirts and used roller skates. Soon, she was offered a job in Detroit where she became a long-distance operator supervisor. She remembers working on Black Tuesday in 1929, when the stock market crashed. After her 40-year telephone career, she volunteered with the American Red Cross in the Detroit area, coordinating transportation for a tri-county area until her 90s. A long-time resident of Royal Inspiring; Tnaugfifo by _ Randy Minter m ( FRANK TALK ABOUT DEATH Death may be inevitable, but the confusion and anxiety that often accompany it need not be. By addressing beforehand the practical matters surrounding death, you can spare your family unnecessary hardship. For this reason alone, everyone should discuss such matters in advance, as well as consider funeral pre-arrangement. Having an honest conversation about death, and what preferences should be followed when it occurs, need not be difficult. In fact, many experience a feeling of relief after this important topic is discussed. Death is a part of life, and funeral arrangements are as important and necessary as planning for other life-altering events. Pre-arranging your funeral takes the necessary steps to ensure that your loved ones are spared needless concern. We pre-plan for most of life’s major events such as weddings, higher education and retirement. Why not plan ahead for the commemoration of your passing? More and more, people prefer to predetermine those important details. To leam more about the preneed option, call MOSER FUNERAL HOME. Contact us at (540)347-3431. We will arrange for an initial, confidential meeting and tour of our facility at 233 Broadview Ave., Warrenton. We will honor your requests. Please send your questions or comments to my office or e-mail me at: rooserfh@Mackhawkejiet "Fear not the sentence of death; why dost thou refuse when it is the good pleasure of the Most High?" - Wisdom of Ben Sira r Oak, MI. She was a member of Boykins Baptist Church, the UDC and Friendly Visitors. She enjoyed spending summers at her farm near Staunton, VA. Left to cherish her memory is her daughter, Gwendolyn F. Cody of Annandale, VA., two grandchildren, one greatgranddaughter, and numerous nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Thursday at Wright Funeral Home, Boykins Chapel. A funeral will be conducted at 11 a. m. Friday, June 8, in Boykins Baptist Church with the Rev. Raymond Bunn officiating. Burial will follow in Beechwood Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Boykins Baptist Church, P. O. Box 316, Boykins, VA 23827, or American Red Cross, P. O. Box 952, Franklin, VA 23851, or a favorite charity. Woody Woodward DMV Manager William Franklin “Woody” Woodward, 64, of Amissville, VA died June 4, at Fauquier Hospital. He was born Oct. 16, 1942 in Culpeper County, a son of the late David Lee Woodward and Ella Mae Bayne Woodward. Mr. Woodward was a graduate of Rappahannock County High School. Until his retirement, he worked as the manager of the Division of Motor Vehicles office in Culpeper. One of his favorite pastimes was enjoying horse racing at Charles Town. He is survived by his wife Geraldine Jenkins Woodward; two brothers- Shirley L. Woodward of Fredericksburg, VA and David L. Woodward, Jr. of Culpeper. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by a brotherDonald Woodward. The family received friends from 6-8 PM Wednesday at Moser Funeral Home, Warrenton. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, June 7 at 11:00 a.m. at Moser Funeral Home in Warrenton. Interment at the family cemetery on the Jenkins Home Place near Viewtown. Online condolences may be made at www.moserfuneralhome.com. Mary Stuart Quaintance May Bain Former Rappahannock resident Mary Stuart Quaintance May Bain, 96, of Manassas died Sunday, June 3, at Prince William Hospital. She was born in 1911 t»o the late James Oscar Quaintance and Rosa Lee Gleason. Mrs. Bain was a retired teacher from the Arlington County Public Schools, where Open House this Sunday June 10th from 12 noon until 5 pm ~n ’SUL.A” in Washington, Virginia Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and! just a short walk from the The Inn and the town’s center, Sula is improved by a spacious and lovingly restored 1800's log cabin. With a brand new cook's kitchen, the entire structure has been thoroughly insulated and appoint - ed to the most up to date standards. The yard is graced by several different specimen trees and the property has spectacular mountain views all around. Very private for such an in-town location! $495,000 Come and see this very attractive property Sunday, June 10th from noon to 5 PM. Light refreshments served. Brokers are protected when registered by clients. Directions: When facing the post office in Washington, Va, turn left and go to next right on Piedmont Avenue. Property is about I mile out Piedmont on the left. For More information on this and other fine properties, contact Alex Sharp (540) 675-3887 or visit my website: www.AlexSharpRealEstate.com THOMAS AND TALBOT REAL ESTATE A Staunch Advocate of Land Easements LAND AND ESTATE AGENTS SINCE 1967 MIDULEBUKt; VIKCINIA TELEPHONE: (540) 687-0500 METRO: (704)478-8180 wnw. I HOM \n I \ 1 IIOl.oMn 40* t,tttto p\r ttt.-iftt*. v» Oil h / kJ-. v 4 l c**uMtrt*’> 1 she taught for 25 years. Mary Stuart attended Manassas/ St. Thoxnas United Methodist Church. She was formerly a resident of Rappahannock County where she was a member of the St. Peter’s Catholic Church. ©he is survived by her children, Rosalee Dunston and her husband, Jerry, of Suramerton, SC, James May and his wife, Linda, of Wilson, NC, and Carolynn Griffey and her husband, Chuck, of Manassas, VA, six grandchildren, and six great- grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, George W. Bain, Jr., and her first husband, Ciiry L. May. The family will receive friends on Thursday, June 7, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Found and Sons Funeral Chapel, 850 Sjjerryville Pike, Culpeper. A funeral service will be hold on Friday, June 8, at 11 a.m. at Found and Sons Funeral Chapel with Rev. Tommy Herndon officiating. Interment will follow in F'airview Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jerry Dunston, Chuck Griffey, Cary Dunston, Jeremy Griffey, Henry B. Wood, and Bill May. Memorial contributions may be made in her name to Capital Hospice, P.O. Box 1576, Merrifield, VA 221161576 &/or your favorite charity. An online guestbook is available at www.foundandsons.com Callie V. Clatterbuck Foster Sperryville resident Callie Virginia Clatterbuck Foster, 72, of Sperryville, died Tuesday, May 22, at her residence Mrs. Foster was bom August 12, 1934, in Sperryville, the daughter of the late Harry and Julia Cook Clatterbuck. She was a seamstress for Aileen Inc. in Flint Hill. Surviving sire her husband Jesse Foster, Sr.; three sons Jesse Foster, Jr. of Sperryville, Silas Foster of Georgia, and Edward Foster of Sperryville; one sister Etta Jenkins of Sperryville; twelve grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. A funeral service was held on Saturday, May 26, at Maddox Funeral Home conducted by Pastor John Burke. Burial was followed in Washington Masonic Cemetery in Washington, VA. Pallbearers were David Foster, William Foster, Dan Clatterbuck, and Dallas Lillard. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Rapidan, PO Box 1715, Culpeper, VA, 22701 or to the Rappahannock County Library, PO Box 55, Washington, VA, 22747. William R. Furtick William R. Furtick William R. Furtick, PhD., 80, passed away Wednesday, May 16, after a lengthy illness. His career was fascinating and he was fortunate enough to have made a difference both nationally and internationally. Bom in Salina, Kan., he graduated from Kansas State University and received his MS and PhD. from Oregon State University. There he was Professor of Crop Science -and Director of International Plant Protection Center. Mr. Furtick loved teaching and in his words, he “had the best, most outstanding graduate students from all over the world” and cherished them always. During his tenure he was President of Weed Science Society of America, President of Western Weed Science Society, Guest of Honor at the 8th Annual British Weed Control Conference in Brighton, England; awarded the invitational address and membership in National Research Council, National Academy of Science and Fellowship. The Association of ’ Western Agricultural Experiment Station Directors awarded the title of Director Emeritus to him in recognition of his leadership, dedication and outstanding service to agricultural research in the Western Region and the United States. In 1971, the United Nations called him to set up an Agricultural Research Center in Taiwan; later he was Director of Plant Protection Division at the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations in Rome, Italy; Dean of Agriculture and Human Resources at the University of Hawaii; then on to Washington, D.C. with the State Department, periodically living and developing programs in Cairo, Egypt; Amman, Jordan; and Tblisi, Georgia. He worked in or visited all but five countries in the world. Mr. Furtick is survived by his wife Anne of San Luis Obispo, CA. children Bill (Lydia), Randy, Janet (Bill) Raschke, Sjanna, and Sheldon. A Memorial service will be held on June 9. Religious Notes Amissville Baptist Church has started a new study program entitled “Answers in Genesis” on Sundays at 9:15 a. m. Please join them as they seek to uphold the authority of the Bible from the very first verse. Amissville Baptist Church is located at 776 Viewtown Road, Amissville, Va. For information call (540) 937-6159. Everyone is invited t9 join Maranatha Baptist Church in Amissville for their remaining revival services on Thursday, June 7 and Friday, June 8, at 7: 30 p.m. The speaker will be Don McCann of Kingsport, Tenn. Special music is planned for both nights. Nursery will also be provided. Amissville Baptist Church invites children from grades Pre-K through 6th grade to join them at Game Day Central Vacation Bible School from July 23-27 at 9 a.m. to noon. “Game Day Central” creates a fun and ■ exciting atmosphere where See RELIGIOUS, Page B5 "Families Serving Families" Unparalleled Service Since 1830, the Benchmark of Funeral Service 11190 James Monroe Highway (Rt. 29 South) Culpeper, VA Wa>ne English. Funeral Director 540-825-2361 Knslcti Jo Pnveo. Funrral Oncclor Ux a1 SfHm.\or of Tow u« Tot, wwwJwymentorin.ro« WWaydOR W.C. 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It’s very nifty, I’m nearly 50! I celebrated a birthday this past week. There seem to be two approaches to birthdays. Either you eagerly await each and every one and enjoy celebrating each milestone. Or you dread each one, try to ignore it and hope that by so doing you won’t actually get a year older! I have to admit to falling in the former camp. I come from a family where birthdays were a big deal. I was the oldest child and my mother, of course, started out by throwing a birthday party for me each year on my birthday. Unfortunately for Mom, for some reason, throughout my childhood, each birthday was marked by day-long downpours. By the time I was about seven I believe my mother had had quite enough of a house full of rowdy young girls and quietly resolved to never, ever have another birthday party. Notes From Page B4 children will have a great time singing, watching skits, creating crafts and playing games. But most importantly, this year’s Vacation Bible School will use Hebrew’s 12:1-2 to teach children how they can become a Hero for God. We’re looking forward to sharing this exciting event with the children. The church is located at 776 Viewtown Road, Amissville VA. Call Julie, the Vacation Bible School Director at 540937-4698 or go to www.amissvfilebaptistchurch. com for more information. Register early! FREE. The Men’s Chorus of the Promise Land Baptist Church, Washington will be in full concert on Friday, June 15 at 7:30 p. m. at the Macedonia Baptist Church in Flint Hill for the benefit of the Cemetery Fund. Spon- ' sored by Rev. John R. Pendleton. For more information call 540-9878064. Thornton’s Gap Regular Baptist Church in Sperryville will have their Vacation Bible School starting Monday, June 25 through Friday, June 29 at 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., except for Friday when it will start at 6 p.m. The theme will be “Take the Plunge.” A picnic and commencement will be on Friday, June 29, at 7 p. m. All children in the area are invited to attend. For more information call Josephine Amiss ville Julie Emery 937-2315 Julie@ JulieEmery.com I'm still apologizing to my siblings for that! Rained out birthday parties aside, though, we celebrated each and every birthday, young or old, as a big deal. It was an opportunity to celebrate the fact that this person was here on earth with us and we’d had another yea!1 together. I actually didn’t realize until well into adulthood that not everyone looked at birthdays in the same light. I always expected that the people closest to me, once they knew my birth date, would make sure that there were big celebrations each year. It turns out that some of the people in my life are of the “let’s ignore birthdays” school. And since that’s what they want on their own birthday they make the same assumption about everyone efte. I do the same thing in reverse. And so, after numerous disappointing birthdays waiting for other people to create celebrations, I took ownership of my own birthday happiness! I now start weeks in advance making sure everyone knows my birthday is coming up and that they’re expected to acknowledge the event. That doesn’t mean buying me gifts! But it does mean cards, phone calls, e-mails or whatever is appropriate. And, on the actual day of my birthday when someone I’m just meeting offers the standard “How are you?” they get in return “I’m great! It’s my birthday!” By the way, in case you’re wondering, I’m 49! I can’t wait for the big 50 next year! Meanwhile, in other Amissville news, Gray Ghost keeps piling up the awards! The local winery swept the 20th Annual Tasters Guild International Wine Judging held in Grand Rapids, Michigan, winning medals on all nine wines entered and taking home gold on the 2005 Reserve Chardonnay and 2006 Merlot! Gray Ghost earned six silver medals for the 2006 Adieu, 2006 Gewurztraminer, 2006 Seyval Blanc, 2006 Vidal Blanc, 2004 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon and 2006 Cabernet Franc. The 2005 Chardonnay was awarded a bronze. Joe Borrello, President of the Tasters Guijd wrote, “Of the 1,911 wines entered, your wine was single out by the judges — a most prestigious achievement.” This is the fifth time Gray Ghost has swept this competition. If you’d like to check these wines out for yourself, Gray Ghost Winery is located at 14706 Lee Highway in Amissville and can be contacted at 540-937-4869. The tasting room is open Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. And, if you’ve heard entirely too much about this columnist and her birthday, please send me your local Amissville news! Now that my birthday is past for this year Fm more than happy to write about you! But until then I have to go look for a t-shirt to wear next year announcing that it’s my 50th APPAHANNOCK EAL ESTATE ESOURCES Washington, VA 540-675-1190 Commercial Investment - Income producing building in Little Washington. OFF-STREET PARKING! Zoned Village Services allowing retail & offices. Some space available, but current rents will cover expenses. Appraised at 11,250,000.00. OLD DOMINION HUNT - I2.S acres fronting on Jordan River in the middle of the Hunt! Meadow by the river, building site overlooks river. Owncr/Rmkcr IVN.IWOm) Building loti - three lots in Chester Gap from $30,000.00, two are back-to-back. 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Sympathy goes out to Mrs. Lois Gore of Reva Way and family upon the passing of her only sister, Hazel T. Woodward, which occurred at Countryside Assisted Living in Pratts on Friday, with burial following Tuesday in Fairview Cemetery. We’d like to congratulate all of our area fire departments and rescue for winning awards at the Culpeper Firemen’s Parade last week, namely Best Appearing E. M.S. Unit went to the Salem Department, Best Appearing Commercial pumper went to Castleton, and Miss Margie Morales of the Reva Unit, was awarded Best Appearing Honorary Fire Chief. Thanks go out to all those units who are so faithful in our area and beyond. Congratulations to one of our young people, Mrs. Faye B. Coats of Reva Way who graduated from Bluefield College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Behavioral Science, at the annual commencement exercises held May 12. The Alfred and Shirley Wampler Candill Leadership Award was also awarded to her as the Student of the Year. Quite a number of our area folks attended the Festival of Music held at Graves Mountain Lodge during the weekend. Culpeper High School graduation classes of 1972 and 1973 are planning a reunion this summer and for any member of those classes living in our area who has not been contacted, caU 540-547-3665. Sympathy goes out to the family of Mrs. Viola Ferris who passed away on Monday and was laid to rest Friday in Canaan Baptist Church Cemetery of Reva Way. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to close friends of the Berry family upon the passing of Mrs. Robert (Nancy) Berry which occurred at her home Tuesday. She was laid to rest in Criglesville Cemetery on Boston Marie F. Atkins 987-8802 Friday, with Dr. Wayne Thompson in charge of the service. Mr. and Mrs. D. A. Mason of Sumter, S.C. were here visiting Mr. and Mrs. James Jenkins and other relatives in the area over the weekend, coming especially to attend their class reunion. 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There was special singing by his best friends, Kimberly and Robin Sommerdorf from Wasilla, Alaska. Pastor John K. Burke introduced and offered the opening invocation. He thanked the Lord for the blessing of Joshua Alther. It was a heart-felt prayer that graciously led the way for the rest of the program to bring great honor to God. Dr. Vinton Williams of Warrenton delivered the message that focused on understanding the individual bent of Joshua developing a commitment to academic excellence, acquiring a lifestyle of learning and above all maintaining a sincere love and devotion to the Lord Jesus Christ. For 13 years his mother, Judy Alther, has given her life to teaching Joshua the basics of education. It was as mud) a graduation for her a£ it was for him. She taught him how to read, write and do math. But most importantly, she taught him about the Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Both mom and dad have shared with him the miracle of Christ. 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Acting Across the Ages: New company members Behind-the-Scene story of the Rappahannock Repertory Company’s “Witches, Heroes, Lovers and Elves: A Shakespearean Panorama” When looking at the photo of the cast you are probably wondering how Norm and Joan Getsinger qualify for the Young Actors’ Wing of the Rappahannock Repertory company. Well, the most wonderful development has occurred. In addition to the growing number of enthusiastic young actors, several more-seasoned thespians have joined our ranks. In addition to the Getsingers, Lindy Klaus, Joyce Abell, Dawn Schimke, and Vanessa Spence have been cast in the play. We also look forward to inviting Geoff Go wan, Hal Hunter, and Helen Williams to our ranks in the future, if they will have us. You might ask, how does a company with so great an age range get along. Swimmingly! The amazing concern and respect for the more senior actors has created a sense of family; while a feeling of youthful vigor bubbles up from the young folks causing a feeling of accidental grand parenting Sharing years of knowledge and experience across the ages, actors like Joyce Abell take many of the young under her wing. In her caring, yet focused, “no-nonsense” private coaching sessions, nothing passes her notice. Articulation, body alignment, energy, and pronunciation take on new meaning when a fledgling actor like Zack Huff Wes Kitchen, or Devin Lindsey spend an intensive hour under Joyce’s direction. This performance has nine lives Yes, as part of the training to become a professional actor and see what this world really entails, the RRC actors are expected to commit to nine performances as well as a two week schedule of daily rehearsals. This follows attendance at classes three times each week that began in March. Being in the theatre is a wonderful experience, but it means more then showing up a few days before a single performance. The RRC actors will find out what it feels like to garner the necessary energy for each and every one of the nine performances. Regardless of how few or many people there will be in the audience, they must give their all. And we may discover that some of our actors don’t want to maintain that kind of rigor. That’s fine, but it is better to learn now with a realistic dose of theatre, than later after choosing it as a career path. It’s not only the first blush of excitement that makes an actor. It is hours and hours of hard work and that’s what RRC is all about. Of course it’s fun, it’s a “play but these young actors will learn to derive their play from their work. “Forgive Us Shakespeare” As Austen Cloud, one of the young actors who plays Romeo, Henry V, and Oberon continuously needles me, “You’re tampering with Shakespeare.” Well, my hope is that by using snippets from the plays and giving young women, as well as young men, the opportunity to play some of the finest roles in history, Shakespeare will chuckle instead of roll over in his grave. For Mairead McLouglin, to have the opportunity to give the St. Crispin Day speech, and Georgie Nun berg to play one of the traditionally male Mechanicals (Local Workmen) twists the Bard’s work a bit, but I think to good purpose. These young actors are dipping into more of the classics then would be possible by taking just one play or a children’s version of the original. And to set Austen’s mind and that of other scholars at rest, we are going to choose a play next year, perhaps “Love’s Labours Lost,” and present it in the most accurate, Arden Edition, verseversion possible. As of Monday, June 4 when we “move in” (begin building the set and rehearsing in Cliff Miller’s Sperryville School House), there will be 31 actors playing 76 parts, not including the fairies and forest folk who are yet to be incorporated into the play. Anyone who might tike to drop off healthy snacks for “alwayB-hungry-after-school actors’ at 4:00 any weekday will be welcomed with open arms and invited to observe a rehearsal in progress. That is, if your nerves can stand the endless bursts of youthful energy. “Pay What You Like” Another innovative aspect of this production of the “Shakespearean Pageant” will be that we will not have a set Backstage Charlene James-Duguid Eighth in a nnrinn ticket price. We’d like to suggest $15 for adults, but this is merely a suggestion. Instead, we are hoping that since the actors will be rotating in different roles, the audience will want to return several times to see the play and not feel restrained by the ticket price. And as a director it is my dream to think that each time one of our friends sees the play, they will take away a new idea. I hope that there is so much to see, learn and enjoy, that it will take three or four times to capture the total impact of the play. For example, the production has a sound track designed by the talented media engineer from RCHS, Matt Fitzgerald. It may include some of your favorites that you haven’t heard for years like old Disney classics. We hope this approach will appeal to you our audience, because we often read favorite books over again, or see classic films more than once, so why Photo courtesy of Charlene James-Duguid YOUNG AT HEART: Local thespians Norm and Joan Getsinger have joined the ranks of the Rappahannock Repertory Company. not plays. For reservations for general seating please email Heather Puskar at hspuskar@earthlink. net. Show times Performances begin the weekend of June 15-17. Friday and Saturday evenings at 7 p.m. and Sunday matinees at 3 p.m. Additional performances the weekend of June 22-24 and . June 29-July 1. Performances will be held in The Schoolhouse in Sperryville located on U.S. 211. Sperryville signs completed Many thanks to that fantastic teacher Scott Schlosser and the wonderful students who contributed to the production of the Sperryville Village signs: Daniel Santos, Matt Adams, Sarah Elliott, Richard Gallihugh, Sergio Cordero, Nathan Grant, Dean Hogan, Ariel' Hollins, Mike Horton, Tony Kestner, Andrew Lee, Hunter Minder, Mike Padilla, Willie Southard, and Kyle Settle. A community group met several times to make a few changes to the sign design of our creative architect Tom Tepper, and to approve lettering and colors. The high school students took over production and they were off! We met with Dave Cubbage from VDOT who then gave approval for sign location. Ronnie Dodson and his crew installed the signs with Tom Junk, who had prepared the paper work for the sign permits. We will soon be filling in the letters with the yellow paint to make them more visible. This is the final Gateway Project, chaired by Tom Junk, that completed the improvements to the road drainage system on Main Street and the foot bridge over the Thornton River. Scott and his students have made a contribution to the community that is very much appreciated. The group worked under time pressure and the signs were completed and installed Sperryville Barbara Adotfi adotfibarbara@ verizon.net l (540) 987-8682 prior to the Living Towns meeting last Thursday. Thank you Scott and students! Living Towns meeting We were treated last Thursday to the many ideas for preservation, community development and tourism that can increase our revenue base and improve Rappahannock County. The next step lies with us. Do we want to continue to be a destination? If so, what kind of destination do we want to be? How can we. attract and support the businesses that are compatible with our comprehensive plan and the lifestyle that we cherish? What do we need to do to make this happen? Some of those who attended the exciting and informative workshop last week plan to meet informally to begin the dialogue. I hope that positive action can result from a sharing of ideas. The SchoolHouse was an ideal meeting place for the conference and exemplifies the dilemma and the opportunity for the future. What will we become? Ridgeview, Washington, VA A rare treasure of 64 wooded acres, 25 of which is a certified tree farm, some pines, balance in hardwoods. Several streams and walking paths. Wildlife abounds - fox, deer, bear, turkeys and other birds. Private location on dead end road vet close to Town of Washington. Several building sites and views of Old Rag Mountain. 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Old stone wall along the road. With slight clearing, outstanding views can be had from upper elevations. Perfect estate parcel in Old Dominion Hounds territory near Flint Hill. $475,000. Alan Zuschlag 540-937-6124 Woodwind, Flint Hill, VA Expert renovation of this 3 bedroom, 3 bath farmhouse outside Hint HiH Gourmet kitchen, kxs of entertaining space, front porch overlooking orchards and mountains. Separate office/ studio building Beautifully landscaped 1 acre garden kit. Perfect weekend retreat or redrerrcnt htjtne. $525,(1X) Alan Zuschlag 540-937-6124 Ross Avenue, Front Royal, VA Sparkling 5 bedroom, 2 bath completely remodeled home is quite possibly the best residential buv in the town of Front Royal. All new appliances, dual-zone heating and air conditioning system, lower level boasts a second kitchen, 2 bedroom, living room, and independent entry. SI,000 Credit toward Closing Costs! S299 000.'

Room with a view: Outdoor decor Photo courtesy of Blue Rooster Fireplace Company Dragonfly Chiminea Outdoor Fireplace This is the time to think about the outdoors and to spruce up the patio, deck, and porch areas, especially in beautiful Rappahannock County. A new season is always a new beginning, so dusting or hosing off the things and ideas that we have not been able to use for awhile is always rewarding. Planning your outdoor spaces to accommodate your needs, be they for entertaining or simply for family use, can be a fun, refreshing experience in the spring. Outdoor dgcor has been expanded in the marketplace, and there are products available for every taste and budget. Almost every big box store and mail order catalog dealing in furniture has outdoor products and accessories worthy of consideration Martha Stewart, Pottery Bam, Frontgate, among many others, have created product lines made exclusively for out Sun face art sculpture door entertaining. This article will address some of the issues to think about when creating or refreshing an outdoor space. Moving outside Furniture, lighting, area rugs, and fabrics are now made specifically for outside use. Virtual rooms are being created outdoors, defined by draperies and canopies made of outdoor resistant fabrics, outdoor area rugs, furniture, and even lamps that are electrically safe for outdoor use. Where to stop, not where to start is the question of the moment. The furniture materials that are available are numerous. You could begin with an old wooden farm table if you are lucky enoilgh to find one, paint it in a bright color or stain it if possible, polyurethane the finish, and use it outside. Finish this look with unmatched chairs and you will have a great country look. Or you could purchase new tables and chairs stained or painted in any number of colors from one of the many catalogs out today. These would both be good in a covered area, such as a screened in porch. Real wicker of the old fashioned sort is not very practical anymore compared to the new products available, but it has a wonderful southern charm. The curves and lines of this type of furniture evoke a Victorian era style. Now you can purchase the look of fine wicker that is actually made from strands of woven ultra violet ray resistant resin wound around aluminum frames, and then painted in a weather resistant finish. This type of wicker furniture is amazingly light weight, and requires little or no maintenance.' Teak is very popular for outdoor furniture. This wood is used to create a sturdy, square style of furniture, and it comes in a golden color, but eventually wears to a gray color. There are preservatives available to keep the golden color going, but no maintenance sounds a lot easier and the gray color is very natural looking, blending in with its surroundings. Wrought iron has been often used as a more formal " '*■*v >... •'■'yr***r** -..y t>■>..... ■,.•, WALNUT BRANCH - Exceptional home in Huntly. 3 bdr, 4 bth cedar siding beautiful stone fireplace, 9 ft ceilings. 23 acres with great views and frontage on the Rappahannock River. Price Reduced $765,000 Contact Peter Wiley BATTLE MOUNTAIN ROAD - This five acre lot has a great location, convenient to WaiTenton and Culpeper. It is partially open and has several fine building sites. Ideal new home site for a builder, family or retiree. Price Reduced $166,965 Contact Cheri Woodard FISHHAWK PASS — Spectacular home and outstanding views in Flint Hill. Beautifully sited on 30 acres of privacy, this 5700 square foot home utilizes state of the art materials to create a warm inviting atmosphere. $13^5,000 Contact Thorne Auchter HOLLY 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. Price Reduced to $699,000 Contact Thome Auchter SPERRYVn J J. PIKE — This historic 1930’s home in Woodville is in excellent condition. It has 4 good sized bedrooms 2 full bathrooms, large kitchen, pantry, dining room and living room with fireplace. The home is beautifully landscaped on 2.25 lovely acres. Includes numerous dependencies. $496,500 Contact. Cheri Woodard BATTLE RUN LANE -This 8 4 +/- acre parcel has western and southern exposures, great mountain views, stone walls, rock outcroppings, & small pond. Land is mostly open with mature trees. $265,000 Contact Cheri Woodard DEER LANE — Boston, VA - Three acres in Seven Springs with charming Colonial house, almost new. Hardwood floors throughout the main floor, crown molding, gas FP w/mantel, copper roof on porch, large deck, Jacuzzi tub in master, walk in closet and vaulted ceilings. $389,000 Contact Cheri Martin HICKERSON MOUNTAIN RETREAT - In beautiful Ben Venue Valley, this duplex is on 10 acres and features a total of 3bdr and 2bth. Great rentals or a unique family retreat. $349,000 Contact Cheri Woodard NORTH POES ROAD — 55 acres in 2 parcels in a fabulous location. Includes river frontage a light, airy and comfortable cottage and about 20 acres of open pasture. 25 acres with river frontage • $550,000; 30 acres with cottage - $815,000; both parcels - $1,295,000. Contact. Cheri Woodard Justin H. Wiley - 540-672-5603 Peter Wiley - 540-219-3771 Managing Broker Thome Auditor - 540-987-9450 Martin Woodard - 540-987-9060* Chen F. Woodard - 540-987-9080 Lois Korchnor style of outdoor tumiture. It is very heavy and has a reputation of being uncomfortable without cushions. Many manufacturers have duplicated this look in aluminum that has been powder-coated for durability, is rust proof, and is produced in many styles and finishes. Many of these materials used in the frames of the outdoor furniture for seating purposes can be combined with mesh, vinyl strapping, and/or cushions. Cushions that can be used outdoors have improved a great deal over the • last five years. Some of you recall those sticky floral plastic fabrics covering cushions on old porch gliders. Now you can find wonderful fabrics that feel much more comfortable and cool, and are not going to fade, mold, or mildew, even if they get a little wet. It is still recommended that cushions be stored out of the elements, and storage benches to match your furniture are available. One of the sources I use advertises their outdoor line of fabrics as 100 percent solution-dyed yarns, waterrepellent, stain resistant, bleach cleanable with exceptional light fastness. Designers now have access to more outdoor fabrics than are generally available in the stores. Outdoor decor now includes the use of area rugs made entirely of polypropylene, This type of material allows spot cleaning with soap and water or hosing off if they get dirty. An outdoor area rug would be useful under a table on a porch or on a patio, or as a definition of space in a seating area. Many designs can be found, including the look of sea grass or sisal with borders, animal prints, or even the look of classics like scrolling or traditional floral motifs. In addition, these rugs would be great for indoors in mud rooms or entry ways with high traffic. Outdoor accessories abound. “Yard Art” is very “in” in the forms of sculptures, urns, iron grills work, cast urethane or resin plaques, clocks, stepping stones, bird houses, bird baths, mosaics, flower boxes, and planters of all types. Water features add a great element, whether in a small fountain, pond, or a full blown waterfall! Even outdoor paintings are available that are reproduced on aluminum composite and folded to create a stretch canvas look. A fire pit or a chiminea add a great deal of ambiance to a twilight dinner on the patio. Setting the stage outside Entertaining out of doors can be as simple or elaborate as you would like. It’s very elegant and chic to use the linens, china, floral arrangements you might think of for indoor use only. But an array of dining ware made of outdoor safe materials like acrylic or painted enamel offer casual dining looks in every style! Outdoor decor has never been more exciting, and it is a place "in which your whimsy and creativeness can be fully expressed. Your palette is the sky, the trees and the grass! (No paint is required!) The whole idea of outdoor decor evokes a sense of leisure and fun! Comfort and style abound, and you can continue your indoor themes or add an element of surprise as you decorate your outdoor spaces! 14 Community Newspapers ServingOuer 650,000Readers in Northern Virginia & Hie Greater Piedmont .(Times.. Community Nopnpoport

Accolades Tyler Burdick’s essay, entitled, “Freedom’s Challenge,” won first place in the ‘Voice of Democracy’ contest sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2524. Burdick read his essay at their Loyalty Day Banquet to an audience of veterans of foreign wars, community award recipients and their guests on May 5 in Culpeper. Not just good with words, Tyler also son the VFW’s TjiHiop Auxiliary sponsored ‘American Patriotic Art’ contest. Ferdetta receives award from Virginia Tech BLACKSBURG, Va., May 31,2007 - John Ferdetta, ofViewtown, Va., a student majoring in geography in the College of Natural Resources at Virginia Tech, recently received the Sidman P. Poole Scholarship in Geography. The scholarship is granted Photo courtesy of Jane Burdick Tyler Burdick to the best geography majors, based on academic achievement, who have at least one year left to finish the degree. The College of Natural Resources at Virginia Tech consistently ranks among the top five programs of its kind in the nation. Faculty members stress both the technical and human elements of natural resources and instill in students a sense of stewardship and land-use ethics. Muller graduates Magna Cum Laude Sarah Larlyn Boelte Muller, daughter of Bill and Sarah Boelte of Sperryville, graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in English from Millersville University in Millersville, Pennsylvania on May 12,2007. She has accepted a position at the York School of Technology teaching English and ESL (English as a second language) in York, Pennsylvania. Conservation District awards scholarships CULPEPER, VA. - The Culpeper Soil and Water Conservation District has announced the 2007 Scholarship recipients. Each year the Culpeper Soil & Water Conservation District awards educational scholarships to students who plan to pursue a career in a conservation-related field. Financial assistance is available for eligible students living in the fivecounty area the Culpeper SWCD serves, consisting of Culpeper, Greene, Madison, Orange, and Rappahannock Counties. Applicants must be full time students enrolled in or who have applied to a college undergraduate or graduate program related to soil and water conservation, natural resource management, animal science, environmental science, or other related programs. For 2007, the District chose one student from Rappahannock County High School. Anna A. Oehserreceived $1,000 to attend Allegheny College in Pennsylvania in the fall, where she will major in Environmental Science. Anna has a GPA of 4.0 and is ranked 4 out of 84 students in her class at Rappahannock County High School. During her time at RCHS, Anna has been active in National Honor Society, Student Council Association, Scholastic Bowl and Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection. The Culpeper Soil and Water Conservation District is honored to recognize Anna A Oehser. How bad was the Great Depression in Virginia? Although Virginia’s balanced economy absorbed some of the shock of the crisis, the state was not “depression proof” It was a time for rigid economizing on the farms. Many farmers stopped growing tobacco because it did not pay the fertilizer and marketing costs. Practically no agricultural machinery was purchased, and deterioration in buildings and equipment was widespread. Albemarle farmer Clarence Holt recalled, “Money for necessities was scarce—for luxuries, non-existent; work clothes bore many patches and did not always match.” In urban centers times were even more difficult. Soup kitchens and breadlines became common features on city streets. People did their own laundry, garaged the car, allowed automobile licenses to lapse, and did without vacations. Smok Virginia Vignettes ers turned to “roll your own” cigarettes. Studies of Richmond unemployed showed a high rate of illness, debt, and emotional problems among their families, many of whose members had turned to begging, excessive drinking, and criminal activity, even prostitution. Agricultural agent John Freeman recollected: “People were in a daze—shock actually. There was not much unrest, but had steps not been taken, the situation could have become chaotic.” BUILDERS SHUMAN BUILDERS -INCSince 1974 CUSTOM HOMES • RENOVATIONS ADDITIONS • WINDOW REPLACEMENT (540)825-5184 BUILDING & DESIGN Additions - remodeling Kitchens & Baths Crafting Ideas in the Built Environment 540 937-3137 Ucensed/insured www.archtvDeproductions.com BUILDING & RESTORATION Mustard Seed master builders Fine 1 lomebuilding and Restoration Sotxr McBride. proprietor 540-987*7254 CHERRY street BUILDING SUPPLY CORP. 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888-351-1660 Fauquier ^ Times - Democrat Classified Dept. 39 Culpeper St Warrenton, va 201 W35W121 ffuqu'erctosslfledo “"••spapef5.com DEADLINES REAL ESTATE Mon. 11 a.m. BUSINESS DIRECTORY Thure. 12 noon ALL OTHER CLASSIFIED ADS DUE... Mon. 4 p.m. (Fri.3 p.m. proof deadline) After an ad is ordered... It cannot be changed or canceled after the posted deadNne for that issue. At the time of placing your ad, it will be read or foxed back to you for any corrections to be made. Read your ad carefully the first time it appears in the papers. If it contains an error or, or you wish to make changes, call at once. No adjustments will be made on errors that do not materially affect the value of the advertisement. AH errors must be reported by 3:00 pm Monday following trie Gate or pumvcation. Times Community Newspapers will not accept liabilh ty for its failure, for any cause, to insert an advertisement and reserves the right to reject any advertisement deemed objectionable in subject matter, phraseology or setup. Times Community Newspapers are not liable for the quality of advertised products or services. 1BR, 1BA apt, Recently remodeled. Appl's Fum, Sperryville $600/ mo. Call 540-675-3249 Or 540-675-1576 1BR, W/D, kit heat. AC & Sat. TV ind. Private horse farm. No smkg/ pets/drugs/parties. Avail 7/1/07. $1000/mo R i x-e y v i I I e . (540)937-2510 •Flint Hill, 2BR, 2BA on 50+ acs, adj. SNP. $1200/ mo •Washington, VA 1BR, 1BA, fully renovated apt in town. $775 •Castleton - 3 bdrm, 2 bth two story custom log home w/full basement on 29+acres. $1800.00 Piedmont Property Inc. 540-675-1675 Lg 1BR apt w/fpl avail MkkUeburg No pets/ smkg. $1250/mo ind utils. (540)687-8295. Orlean w/ beautiful mtn views. 2BR, 2BA, private, mins to 166. $1500/mo. utilities included. No smoking. 540-229-9328 Rt 66, furnished, country apt, for quiet person. Patio, wooded yd. No smkg/pets. $850/mo (540)364-3348 WARRENTON, Beautiful, 4600 sqft, 5BR, 3 1/2BA, Newly Remodeled, new Appis, fin bsmnt, 2acs, priv., $2400/mo, credit ck A ref reqd 703/408/5714 55 A over community in Warrenton. VA. avail July 1st. $1500. 540-341-1920 Bad Credit Homebuyers Wanted. Easy terms 0-3% Down wwwcreditbusters.com Charles Town, Restored 1899 Farmhouse on beaut, horse farm, 3 BR s, 1 BA. CAC. W/D. $1195 703-624-1697. Charles Town,'Restored 1850 s log cabin. 2BR, 1BA, AC, w/d on beaut horse farm. No pets. $1095. 703-624-1697. Clarks County, Berryville. Moreland House. Restored 1775 home, 2200 sqft, 3BR, 2BA, Fpl, A/C. all appls., 3 stall bam w/ pasture. $2.000/mo. Sec. dep.. credit check. 540-955-1384 CLARKE COUNTY, Berryville. Off Rt. 340. Single family Ranch built 2002 3BRs, 2BAs, Bsmnt, CAC, 2 Gas Log FPs all appl s, $1800/mo. Credit Check, Sec Dep 540-955-1384 FLETCHER RENTAL PROPERTIES 292 Broadview Ave 540-347-7855 *2BR, home near Warrenton @$750/ mo. Sm pets allowed. Owner/Agent AU homes owned A managed by ns Gainesville, rent w/ option to buy. Gated section Piedmont, 4BR, 3.5BA SFH 4,000sf. fin walkout bsmt, hdwd firs, 2car grge, HOA incl, $1995/ mo. (703)945-5939 Linden Chalet, acreage, views, privacy. W/D, CAC, FP, 3/4br, 2ba. near exit 13, $1200/mo 540-683-1998 LUXURY HOME Bealeton 4 br SF $1950 Rent/own NVFH, 703-217-2468 On farm near Marshall. 2br. spacious. LR. DR/ Den. $950/mo + util. Horse fac avail. (540)364-1913 Rappahannock Co - 1br, turn cottage, kitchenette, elect heat, wood stove, a/c, no pets, non-smkg environment. $600/mo + dep. Fief's & cred ck. 540/675-3627. RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY-A frame with 1BR plus loft BR on 5 acres near Flint Hill. W/D hook-up. Very private. $1050/mo. Rappahannock Real Estate Resources. 540-675-1190 Fauquier Times-Democrat ADS WORK Call 347-4222 SparryvHle-1 BR, 1BA, den/studio, LR, new appl's, W/D, DSL avail, Sperryville, Main St - Spacious 2 story, 1 BR apt. Lg eat-in kitch, all new appl's. LR, cable & DSL avail. $75Q/mo +electric. Flint HM area -1 BR. LR, kitch & BA, W/D. carport. $800/mo +util. Contact Chert Woodard540-987-9080 cfwoodtfd@earthlink.net New Look, Great Specials!! JUST $99 sec. dep* eSpactous 1 & 3 BR apts. 2BR Townhomes* Leesing from $720 - $925 UP TO $1080 FREE RENT OFF SELECT APTS* a W/D avail, in Apts’ a Pet Fnendly* a Storage Units a Bus Service On-Site a Celling Fans a Beautiful Park-Like Setting FRIENDSHIP HEIGHTS APTS 540-825-5050 CALL NOW, SPECIAL WONT LAST! 500 Concord Place, Culpeper, VA 22701 email: fnendshipheightsapts@yahoo.com ton. Pm OFFICE SPACE I Up to 3600 sq It starting @ $1500 par month Can be subdivided Retail Space starting @ $2500 par month 540-825-7500 vin RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY-Village of Flint Hill. One BR cottage, new kitchen, heart pine floors. W/D ind. $995/mo. Small pets OK. Owner/Broker 540-675- 1 1 90. 540-937-5703 RAPPAHANNOCK CO. WASHINGTON, VA, 2BR, 1BA, wood floors, on large farm, freshly painted $1000/mo Piedmont Property Inc. 540-675-1675 Remington, 06 built, SF, 2 car garg, 4BR, 2 full & 1/2 BA. morning rm, DR, LR, fam rm, FP, all appls, $1575/mo. Owner/Agent Andy (301)675-7820 Sperryville, 3 br. 1 ba, LR. dining. Secluded setting. Rolling Rd. area. No dogs. $900/ mo., sec. dep. (703) 549-7954. WARRENTON 2 M, 3br, 2.5ba, w/ master on main Ivl in newer sub. Library, hdwd fls, Irg covered deck, garage, walking aist to Old Town. Electric included. $1 750/mo. 540-272-7266 (540)341-3546 WARRENTON 307 Amber Circle. Huge 3020sqft, almost new 4BR, 3.5BA, FP, garage, finish bsmt, rec rm, laundry rm, $1875/ mo+ dep. Pets considered. Anne Spaith Owner/Agent RE/ MAX Distinctive. 703-946-1338 WARRENTON AREA, 3BR, 2BA. one level cottage, ceiling fans. CAC, patio $1075. Avail 7/15. (540)937-3280 Washington, VA, Stone & cedar. 3BR. & loft, 2FP. 20 acrs wooded, nver.w/ stables. $1400/ mo (301)986-5475 Waterford Farm 4BR. 2B. hrdwd fire. Cedar lined closets, 2 tpls/ elec heat. 2 barns. $1500. 540-882-3540 • Winchester, 3BR 2BA on 5 acres No pets. No smoking. Security Deposit+$ 1400/mo (540)888-4341 Farm for rent, Sperryville area, 175 ac, 80+ ac hay/ pasture. $800/yr. AG only. 301-370-9706 Room for rent, $350/mo + utilities. Whole house amenities. Call Victor 540-364-6024 Town-homes 1 & 2 BR's Available 703-777-1948 Only those with good credit need apply! Warrantor* 3 levels, gar deck. 3BRs, 2 full & 2 1/2 bth, new crpt, paint & tile. $150Q/mo. CaH 703-606-7236 Marshall area, Private office space, 1225 sq ft. Ideal for Architect Insurance Agent, Realtor, Sm Law Firm, Accounting Firm or Engineering Company. Paneled main room, 1.5 BA, kit area, ample parking on 2 acs. Zoned C1-C2 540-364-0364 CharlesTown WV-FSBO $35K Off Now S335K 1st FlrMBR 3BR2 5BA loft,open.vaulted FRw/ FP, granite, SS,2car, Roman Shades Fried, 14ac 304-728-7058 F.T. Valley- Beautifully turn 2BR, 2BA Cottage High spd intmt, W/D & util incl. Two porches w/fab mtn views. $1.500/mo. Contact Chert Woodard540-987-9080 cfwoodard@Mrthlink.net Remodeled 3BR/2BA home in The Ptams! Huge kitchen w/NEW oak cabinets, appliances. A ceramic firs. NEW windows A newly finished hardwood floors. The Master BR Suite on the 2nd At features a sitting area, walk-in closet, linen closet. BA w/Jacuizi. The large yard is nicely landscaped Home Warranty Available. All on about 1.5 acres and less than s minutes from 1-66. 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DEALER OVERSTOCK* YARD SALE 100s of Books) Art! Collectibles! Household Items! More... June 9 * 10, *-5 Fly-By-Night Books Rt 522, Flint Hilt 540-675-9989 MuM family yd sale, 6/9, 8-1. Revercombs Corner, Rt 601 & Recta Mills. Hay Itorae quality, sq. bales. Delivered & stacked. (540) 937-5160 Sidekick 3/4 horse slant load, full living quarters, AC, enter, 110 6 12vo# electric, tightly used. $21,900. (540)347-7313 HOT TUB: Never used, seats 6, fuRy loaded, 31 jets, eraterfall. MSRP $7298. sell $3500. 571-237-5015. POOL TABLE-8 ft solid wood, cherry, still in box. 1 in. slate, MSRP $6495 Must sell, $1495. 703-237-5015. Fauquier Times-Democrat AOS WORK Call 347-4222 All Reputable brands.. Starting from $795.00. New & Used. Uprights, Grands, & Digitals. All with Warranty. Great Selection and Best Prices! Call tonic Outlet of Manawaa 703 369 1007 or 1-800-460-0129 r. 273 Pet* V MtC Yellow/white lab pups, parents OFA cert, champ bloodlines, vet checked, shots, wormed. $700 (540)439-2295 (540)522-9329 Cavalier King Charles: 1 female puppy (Ruby color) 11 wks. all shots. 703-625-9530 or 703-444-6242. *Kt Bull pups, ADBA reg. 4Fs, Champion Chinaman / Jeep. Woodbridge. $300. 386-227-0196 Pomeranians. Young M's and F's. AN shots, MW neg. Spayed and neutered $250.00 to approved homes 540-347-4077 *ugs Health Guar, paper trained, will deliver, part way. $600 & up. Cash only. 540-778-3314, 540-631-7652 CLASSIFIED ADS WORK! Call \four Rep TODAY! 540-347-4222 Of FAX 351-0121 Barn Cats: All vet checked, win deliver. Tame kittens and cats, pups and dogs, need temporary/ permanent homes. Call 202-244-2866 or Toftfree 1 -877-225-7835. FREE FILL DIRT If you can take 100 loads or more. Call 703-771-3875 Free kittens, indoor trained, black, gray w/ black stripes. CaWco, Flint Hill area. 540-364-2663 Kittens, very friendly, 3 females, 2 males, multi-colored. No shots. Catlett VA. 540-788-4553 Adoption: Laving couple wishing to adapt an infant Willing to pay legai/med. expense. 1866-464-8ABY (2229) Loving, weft educated parents wish to adopt infant. Adopted toddler son A 2 labs. Judy/Eric toll free 866-788-9890 Pay for your home over 30 YEARS. Find it in about ao hmutes Times Classified 347-4222 We’ve Got Northern Virginia All Wrapped UPI Times Classified. Call Today! 540-347-4222 ‘.,v t •' v Zr' BOARD OF SUPERVISORS RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY, VIRGINIA Pursuant to Section 170-129 of the Rappahannock County Code and Section 15.2-2204 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, notice is hereby given that the Board of Supervisors for Rappahannock County, Virginia, win hold a public hearing on Monday. July 2, 2007 at 7:00PM in the Courthouse in Washington, Virginia, in order to consider the following application: SE 07-05-01 Gregory T. Williams, dbe Williams Tree Service LLC,_ Special Exception permit to operate a contractor s office/stiop/ yard on his property located at 309 Ban Venue Road, Flint Hill. The property is known as Tax Map 22, Parcel 6, in Wakefield District, and is zoned A -Agricultural. Mr. Williams has proffered restrictions to Ms application. Use allowed pursuwt to Coda Section 170-38E of the Rappahannock County Coda. A copy of the foregoing application is on file at the Zoning Office in Washington, Virginia, and is available for public inspection, Monday through Fnday, 8:30AM to 4:30PM. Sad application will be presented to the Rappahannock County Planning Commission at their regular meeting on Wednesday, June 20,2007 at 7:30PM at the Rappahannock County Courthouse for such recommendation as the Commission may wish to make pursuant to Section 170-55, if any. The above-named applicant, adjacent property owners, and any other parties desiring to be heard should be present at said meeting or should address their written comments to the Board of Supervisors, c/o P.O. Box 519, Washington, Virginia 22747, in advance thereof. BV: John W. McCarthy Zoning Administrator NOTICE OF JOINT PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE TOWN OF WASHINGTON TO CONSIDER COMP PLAN ADMENDMENTS KINDLY TAKE NOTICE that the Town Council and Planning Commission of the Town of Washington, Virginia will hold a joint public hearing on the 13th day of June, 2007, beginning at 7:30 p.m. at the Town Hall of Washington, Virginia to consider the adoption of an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan for the Town of Washington adding provisions to establish a policy to set forth under what circumstances the Town will consider an adjustment to its boundaries or the establishment of a service district for utilities and the zoning classification that any property included in such area brought into the Town boundaries or included in such service area will have. Any new area within the Town boundaries will be part of the Historic Overlay District and generally will be in a zoning classification the same or more restrictive than its classification in the County prior to inclusion and shall not be further subdivided. There are other provisions as to utility connections and nonconforming uses as well as provisions relating to commercial areas. A complete copy of the proposed ordinance is available at the town offices Airing normal business hours. All are invited to attend the public hearing at the time and place aforesaid and present their views.The hearing is being held in a public facility believed to be accessible to persons with disabilities. Any person with questions an the accessibility to toe facility should contact toe Town Clerk by telephone at 540-675-3128. TOWN COUNCIL TOWN PLANNING COMMISSION TOWN OF WASHINGTON, VIRGINIA John G. Bennett Town Attorney TRUSTEE'S SALE OF 80 STARKS ROAD Washington, Virginia Pursuant to the terms of a deed of trust dated December 6, 2002, in the original principal amount of $124,500.00 recorded in the Clerk s Office, Circuit Court for Rappahannock County, Virginia, as Instrument Number 020002359, the property briefly described below will be offered for sale at public auction: All that certain lot or parcel of land, lying and being in Hampton Mcnisterial District. Rappahannock County, Virginia, containing 1731053 acres, more or less, as shown on plat and survey prepare by Robert O. Leonard, Land Surveyor, dated July 4,1989 and attached to Deed recorded in Deed Book 174 at Page 354, among toe land records for Rappahannock County, Virginia, as more particularly described in the referenced Deed of Trust, (the Property) The sale will take place on June 27, 2007 at 4:30 p.m. at the main entrance to the tkMding housing the Circuit Court for Rappahannock County, Virginia. Terms: A deposit in the form of certified funds in the amount of $10,000.00 or 10% of the successful bid, whichever is lower, is required of any bidder at toe time of sale. Closing within fifteen (15) days of sale. Time is of toe essence. The property will be sold subject to ail deeds of trust, easements, covenants, conditions and Hens of record. Additional terms will be announced at sale. Purchaser to pay att closing costs. Sale Subject to Seller confirmation. Stephen B. Wood and Johnie R. Muncy and F & M Services, LC.. Substitute Trustees FOR INFORMATION CONTACT Stephen B. Wood. Friedman & MacFadyen, PA. 1601 Rolling Hills Drive. Ste. 125. Richmond. Virginia 23229, Telephone: 1804)288-0088 Ref#210334 Ad dates: June 7. 2007 June 14, 2007 Asst Manager Retail Sales For busy tack shop. Must be horse savvy with computer skills. Retail exp pref. (540)364-2396 ■wSVhRI, va Automotive Technician: Ford Dealer is now hiring Full Time Technicians for a Northern Virginia Location. Excellent Starting pay and fun time benefits including 401k. All shifts available Monday Through Friday. Apply to Jeff Ca&a Ted Britt Ford 703-218-4424 lnhfflrwrtrytjM. _ffimesL Community Nowi pnpori Auto Parts COUNTER SALES FT/PT Positions 15 Northern VA locations, (Prince William, Loudoun & Fairfax Counties). FuH benefits. Call: Tiirfix Auto Parts 703-323-5300 Baker/Pastry Chef For small established business, bake from scratch following company protocols as well as assist with expanding program. Excellent working environment and benefits pkg. which incls health & retirement plan, generous discounts & vac. Fax resumes to 540-751-0706 FIELD SERVICE MECHANIC Applicant must have a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and basic mechanical knowledge. We will train you. Must have a valid driver license. Wage rate based on experience. Please contact Jack at 703-361-6859 COMMUNICATIONS COMMUNICATIONS INSTALLERS AND TECHNICIANS Join the challenging and rewarding field of communication technology. Installers and technicians wanted for telephone, internet and digital cable installation in Northern Virginia. $1000-2,000 weekly. Must have truck and toots. EOE Fas: 703-940-2175 or Email: Technician® KCSCnmmuntc eMone.mm. FRONT DESK CLERK Must be reliable & dependable to able to work nights & weekends. Benefits available. Excellent opportunity for the right people! Retirees welcome! COMFORT INN 540-349-8900 Pimaam apptcants n—d not sppiy Technical Smart Muflrr provides tech support ana problem resolution to all users & operations of company information systems, incl central computer & network based systems. Install, set up and relocate network, data & telecommunications equipment such as PC's, printers, switch boxes, etc; monitor installations, hdw, connections & related components; troubleshoot; maintain network operational environment. coordinate repair work of external contractors and supervise small team of technicians. Requires exp with Microsoft Windows servers and technical staff supervision; technical degree preferred. Technician n/Hdp Desk provides customer service and technical support, maintenance, and repair of all network devices. PC's ami telecommunication equipment in multi-site locations w/Winchester hdqts. Experience in network configuration and administration, technical/vocational training in Microsoft Windows network administration, 2+ years experience providing technical information systems' support to include maintaining hardware, softwve, and peripheral equipment for Windows network environments. Grafton is an established nonprofit organization head quartered in Winchester, VA that offers competitive wages and excellent benefits, plus in lieu of benefits compensation option, paid time off and tuition assistance. AD positions require valid driver s license with acceptable driving record and successful pass criminal and drug screening. If you're looking for a rewarding career, Grafton is for you! To apply, visit our website for application blank and e-mail or fax resume: Grafton School F—T humresaKraftoa.org Fas: (540)678-8226 Transportation A Warehouse JOIN A GROWING COMPANY! Excellent Benefits! Bonuses & Raises! Martin-Brower is a GROWING 24/7 food distributor in Manassas. VA Immediate opportunities available for CLASS A DRIVERS (FT * PD 3 Rafecs in 1st Year! HOURLY pay starts 0 $18.70 * Most routes LOCAL with OVERTIME (VA WV. DC, MD. DE) * Paid motel room A per diems for layovers. * Good driving record A excellent customer service skills REQD. * Manual unloading REQ'D. WAREHOUSE Offering FT Regular Work! * Pay starts 0 $13.13 > shift diff w/raises. * 1+ yr warehouse and forklift exp REQ'D * Be able to work in cooler or freezer OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR Involved in all facets of our business operations. * College degree highly preferred. * Min. 1 yr prior experience supervising warchouse/transportaDoo dept, teq'd. TRANSPORTATION CLERKS Maintain dept, records, answer incoming calls, and assist in dispatching drivers and equipment. MS Office req'd. JD Edwards highly pref'd. HS diploma with basic knowledge of inventory and support systems. Drug test, background check A physicals req'd. Apply in person M-F from 8:30 A - 5:00 Pat 11777 Balls Ford Rd. Manassas. VA www.mbhires.com AA M/F/H/V/D Title Procesooc/Dtaburser Entry Level. FT pos. for BUSY local title co. Title exp. a plus, not required. Typing skills & Multitask a MUST. Email resume to resume4title@ yahoo.com, ind. salary/benefit SERVICE WRITER Monday- Friday, experience a must. Small but busy shop, great working conditions. Marshall Ford David Baird 540-3*4-1548 THE [RON BRI DGE V ^WINE CQ HELP WANTED Exciting New Restaurant & Wine Bar opening in Warrenton, Va. Mid-June. Looking for energetic, fun, team players. FOH Positions as well Applications available at 29 Main Street, Warrenton, VA. Call 410-997-3456 or e-mail steve®ironbrtdaewines.cotn For more information: www.ironbridaewines.com The Fauquier County Water and Sanitation Authority Is accepting applications tor the position of: Meter Reader, Grade 9 Graduation from high school is necessary to be a successful candidate, or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and experience. Must be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions. Applications and complete job description are only available and accepted at the Virginia Employment Commission in Culpeper, Virginia. For directions, call (540) 829-7432. Applications writ be received by the VEC untH the job is fiHed.The FCWSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Health Care For all of your Employment Needs call the Fauquier TimesDemocrat 540-347-4222 RNs/LPNs for private duty nursing in Fairfax & Manassas. 12 and 8 hr day or night shifts. Competitive pay & benefits. If interested call 866-331-7998, M F 8am-6pm. RECEPTIONIST FT, M-F no evenings or weekends, full benefits including retirement. Fax resume to 540-347-5224 or mall to 550 Hospital Dr., Warrsnton, VA 20186 CULPEPER BAPTIST RETIREMENT COMMUNITY Openings tor CHA s FT and PT on 7-3 and 3-11 shifts Openings tor RN/LPN* FT Restorative Nurse on 7-3 shift FT Staff Nurse on 3-11 shift Work in a supportive, caring environment, known for its quaOty care/ Contact: Wanda Stovar or Paula Bolton (540)825-2411 REGISTERED NURSE Full or Part time openings in our Ambulatory Surgical Carrier. Previous OR Experience Preferred-Willing to train the exceptional candidate. Excellent interpersonal communication skills are necessary. This is a unique opportunity for the right candidate to grow in skill and knowledge of perioperative nursing. Applicants with preoperative, postoperative, and critical care skills are an asset. Position requires current Licensure in the Commonwealth of VA as a Registered Nurse. BLS and ACLS are required. Days Only, Monday-Friday schedule with no call or weekends. MEDICAL ASSISTANT FT MA to assist Physicians with patient care in our clinical area. General duties to include casting, suture removal, scheduling tests and referrals as well as chart management, prior experience with an EMR system a plus. Would prefer Certified Nursing Assistant but will consider someone with prior office experience. EXCELLENT BENEFITS PROVIDED. (FULL TIME Employees receive fully paid employee health insurance) SALARY IS COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE. To learn more about BROA please visit our website at www.broava.com To apply, forward resume to: Attn: LSpence Fax: (540) 347-0492 MaR: 52 West Shirley Avenue Warrenton, VA 20186 ISDence@broava.com Where small-town meets high-tech Stott Chalenge your nursing skifls mane afourfas»pacedEmwgency Departments! Now is the time to explore one of our new RN positions, as we expand our staff to meet the needs of our thriving community. Come grow along with us and join our team of exceptional and dedkated nurses here at the Winchester Medical Center, our 400+ bed, state-ofthe-art Level II Trauma Center, or at the Warren Memorial Hospital, our 200+ bed, full-service community hospital. Together, our Emergency Departments manage more than 90,000 visits per year, and our active minor emergent care programs facilitate rapid throughput and top-quality care for all of our patients. Ask shout our $5.000Sign-On Bonus! Up to $3,000 for Relocation! Newly Enhanced Salary Rates! STAFF RN OPPORTUNITIES IN OUR EMERGENCY DEPARTMENTS Please join us at our Open House! We're looking for nurses with a dedication to excellence that matches our own. The Winchester/Front Royal communities are just 70 miles from Washington, D C., yet removed from the day-to-day hassles of today's busy metropolitan areas. We offer competitive salaries and an outstanding benefits package, and up to 100% in tuition reimbursement Our professional development supports progression from novice to expert, and indudes a four-tiered Professional Practice Ladder. We look forward to telling you more. For prompt consideration, apply online • www.vadeyhealth.johs or cal one of the numbers listed below. Office of Rvrw liiieitwiel. tteMoy Ihihk 1S4t Amherst Street, fiiachtster. VA 22M1 (SfiC) 387-2770. (SM) 71S*fi441, er (M€) 715-1442 WValley Health

HVAC Senrkt Technician TLC Services is seeking an experienced Service Tech to start ASAP. We offer Service Truck, CeH Phone, Health & Dental Insurance and 401K. Please send resume to tax 540-937-9000 or e-mail at skuhn@tlcservicesllc.com. If you would like to fill out an application our office address is 14200 Erin Lane, Rlxeyville, VA 22737. 540-937-7800 Practice Manager Medical Office Busy Family Practice in Fauquier County seeks FT Manager with cottage degree, management experience, knowledge of managed care, contract negotiation, and NextGen/EMR systems. Responsibilities include budgeting, hiring, training, HR, managed care contracts, payroll and marketing. Salary commensurate with experience. Benefits. Fax resume to 540-439-8797; attn: Dr. King NSTOFRCE i mmm 7 Vs o*’IIP AVG, PAY .520/HR OR S57 . v. w-i - m j Z**j: r Paid Training, Vacations. PWT. 1-800-709-9754 EXT. 901 HVAC SERVICE TECH &Do you have a $100k+ potential at your current company? *r ls your company the number one fastest growing in the country? *T»7if not and you are dean cut, drug free with a dean background, a team player and wish to be part of a winning team - give us a call now to set up a confidential interview. Call now at 540-349-7909. You will not be disappointed. AUTO DETAILERS Full-time position. Must be able to work Saturdays. Apply in person: Ask for Steve or Robin 7308 Cedar Run Drive Warrenton, VA HVAC TECHNICIAN I General Services Vacancy within Building Systems Group. Perform maintenance and repair on HVAC. electrical. plumbing and life safety systems following safety regulations and trade practices. Any combination of education and experience equivalent to high school graduation supplemented with building trades' course work and at least 2 years experience with HVAC. electrical, plumbing, and other building systems. Valid appropriate driver's license. Must be able to work in extreme temperatures and liftup to 70 lbs. Some work may be hazardous due to location or type of work. Subject to recall or being held beyond scheduled workday: must be available to respond to County emergencies. Successful candidate will undergo a driver's license check. (Hiring Range: S26.453-S44.970) #«7-T17g-I39 Closes: 06/15/07. Visit our on-line employment center at wwwJoudtomLgov for additional information and to apply. FRONT DESK CLERK Atriie Conference Center is recruiting for a part-time, afternoon, Front Desk Clerk. Successful candidate will have effective, communication skills, computer knowledge, professional demeanor. Prior customer service experience a plus. Airlie Center offers competitive wages and an excellent benefits package including helth, derrtai and life insurance, paid vacation, 401K plan, employee meals and tuition reimbursment. Please apply to: Airlie Center 6809 Airlie Road Warrenton, VA 20187 Fax to: 540-428-7113 Email: HR@airlie.com EOE Turn Up tiie Beat on Your Career! .9* nation's largest propane c Ate nave mrn«fc*e openngs tor Oad-worfcng, aauna oafted ndMduafc at ou tMnenkn northern UAtocaaort js [ DELIVERY ONNERS to drtrer propane to our customer ! We Qflar • Compewwe Wages • Pad Training • Paid Undarms ■ Encettent HeaklVUeflnsuance and Mae ■ c’ Weeks Pad Vacation • *01(K) Plan wiCo Match • Guaranteed tom Week * Overtime Opportundy ■ Pegueemants include: IA vakd COL with HAiMAT endorsements, a great ■record A the aMity to pass a DOT physical. drug lest 1 tMckground check. Apptcaeons are being accepted Group Meeting Sales Manager Far 45 yean, Airfac Center’s singular commitment to conference planning has provided the ideal atmosphere for productive meetings. Airtic offers the latest in conference support technology, comfortable guest accommodations, distinctive dining and attentive personal service. At Airite, we only hire the very best and promote the values of customer relations. Each group that books a conference at the Center is guaranteed a high level of personal service. Every department is involved and most importantly, our employees genuinely care about our guests. Our reputation speaks for itself. We arc seeking an experienced, enthusiastic candidate tor Group Meeting Sales Manager, to our dedicated Sales team. Reporting to the Director of Sales, the Saks Manager is responsibk for working with group clients to maximize meeting package revenue; achieving and exceeding established solicitation goals; and practicing a variety of proven sales techniques,' including cold calls, sales blitzes, telephone solicitation, etc. Candidates must possess outstanding verbal and written communication skills, highly organized and detail-oriented. Previous sales experience in hotels and/or conference center a plus. i Compensation is based on experience and is very competitive. Please send your resume with salary requirements to HR8airlic.com r EMPLOYEE RECORDS ASSISTANT MH/MR/SAS pppi Part-time position with Administrative Services Division of Department of Mental Health, Mental Retardation and Substance Abuse Services. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: management of Employee Records System in compliance with relevant Virginia Licensure regulations; sharing of receptionist responsibilities, database management, and special projects as assigned. Detail oriented; able to express ideas effectively both orally and in writing; have ability to maintain confidentiality while recommending methods of improving efficiency and effectiveness. Education and experience equivalent to high school diploma and two years of related administrative experience. Employment contingent on satisfactory verification of past and/or current education, TB screening, driving record; valid driver's license and criminal background check. 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Active client base + strong focus on business development. Position at Reston. Virginia headquarters reporting directly to the President/CEO. Top earnings potential. Excellent benefits. Qualified applicants may send confidential resume & salary requirements to Terry Andersson: Washington Suburban Press Network 11710 Plaza America Drive, Suite 420 Reston, VA 20190 fax 703-904-1009 or tandersson@wspnet.com Benny* Great Food and Great Service bv Great People E**s J**l DENNY'S IS COMING TO WARRENTON! *—» *t»ptn ftopwOos. o Oonny's Ptonchbo* and a Quody hnlt» at Hotosmm ^3® Qi^i It now ^ic c ^i^s^sMc^dto^ts toe aultont tejlQuoti Stcfc Pay (anatOi Travel Soimbun « mont (10 Kwok toatnOig wd taka plac* at out MM. Jackson. VA location). ■ you hau* a minimum at 2 yaan supvivivory —pariawca In a M sonic* redauranl. hav* provan toadonhip siuls. a commibwntto WOW lh* guovt. and a Nrtory at apnrallonai oncoOonco. w*'d Mt* la talk to you about ou> MudsgsrvnaistdboOimuncorp.cons at via too to (340) 477-4000 000/M0 I DRIVERS/ DELIVERY Full-time and parttime positions. AM & PM shifts. Fun benefits, year-round work, not seasonal. Locations in Loudoun, Prince William & Fairfax Counties. Fairfax Auto Parts 703-323-5300 ELDER CARE Needed: Someone to live-in, cook and do light housework tor elderly lady, in exchange for room, board and salary. Further info caR: (540)635-8891 alter 6pm Ytour AO could be HERE Call Today 347-4222 INSTALLERS Phone & cable TV. Will train, track/ tools prov. Must pass bkground & MVR check. Call: 571-233-5243 PARTS DRIVER for JK Distributors in our Warrenton location. Call for Info (703)845-0649 (540)347-3388 Servers and Dishwashers needed Upperville VA. Apply mon-fri 9-5 Rachael 54O-592-902* SERVERS Thornton River Grille seeking exp. Servers tor lunch and dinner shifts. Call Andy (540)987-8790 (540)987-8185 ADS WORK Call 540-347-4222 Pay for your home over 30 YEARS. Find it in about 30 MINUTES Times Classified 347-4222 or FAX 351-0121 Maintenance/Night Watch Farm help needed on a large thoroughbred farm in Rixeyville area. Drug and smokefree environment. Hourly positions; wage based on experience and skills. Applicants must be hard working, motivated, organized, flexible, and interact well with other co-workers. Horse/Farm experience a plus. Full and part/weekend time. IntfsOd parties should cal 540-937-7500 1977 MGB Hue Wtan int, exc cond, soft/hard top, tonneau boot cover, 1 owner-18yrs, garage kept. $5300 (540)364-2753 Cadillac, 69 Cpe DeVllle, 45K original mi. 472 V8, Med. blue, dk blue Ithr, stunning ' car. Show room cond, over 2K in recent receipts, always gargaged. $14,900. (540)347-2833 Mercedes, 76, 4dr. 230 Grimi99, title, $5,900. 703-304-4361. Triumph 1975, 1500 Spitfire convertable, new tires, battery, water pump. Wh/BIk. $7500. (540)788-4844 01 Dodo* . Stratus. 108K, AT, 4 dr. red. needs some work, new tires $3000 O.B.O (540)364-1879 1909 Plymouth Horizon, runs, maroon. $300 as is. (540)428-2278 1909 VohrovMOOL, blue 4dr sedan. Or stick shift, 229.5K mi, new battery, 4cyl, sun/ moonroof, am/fm stereo, CO, current VA inspection, needs some cosmetic work. $1495. (540)439-3259 1996 Honda 2dr hatchback. 109K mi, runs good, AC?. $4400, (540)347-9666 1997 Porsche 911, Cabriolet, dark blue, loaded, Tiptronic Zenon, 92K mis. Very good cond. $25,000 540-2724)200 1998 Lincoln Continental, Signature series, white/blue top. 59K, exc cond. $7000. (703)989-9918 1998 MHsuMshi Spyder silver conv, loaded, Ithr, well maint. will finance. a gre&t ride. 540-687-3535. 2000 Ford Mustang, V8, 5spd. New tires, new battery, Ithr, AC, CO, Cruise control. $8996. (540)439-4526 2000 VW Passat GLX V6, titonic trans, 62,500/mi, blue w/ tan Ithr, aH pwr, sun-roof, fully loaded, $9300. 202-586-5349, 703-430-1416. Your AD Could BE HERE Call 347-4222 RAPIDAN ffi COMMUNRV ■MCBIOMO EECVAA. PURCHASING ASSISTANT #232 FT position in Culpeper. Proven experience with MS Word and Excel. Familiarity with internet Experience establishing and maintaining elective working relationships with vendors or other outside contacts. Proven customer service skills. Ability to 11 ft/push 50 pounds. HS Diploma or equivalency. Preferred experience in procurement of supplies, material equipment as well as. in processing related payables and records. $22, 249.50 pfyr RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR #21* FT positions providing services in support of daily activities in a group home program for developmentaUy disabled adults. Evaluate consumer skills A needs, teach living skills. A emphasize community integration. Associates or 2 yrs equiv. exp. $27,046.50 p/yr Apply with RRCSR/AAA appRrarian by fcjlam, MONDAY, APRIL 23.2**7, HR, MX Boa 1568, Culpeper, VA 227*1. (54*) *25-310* TDD; (54*) *25-7301 EEO/AA Kjenntng»#rrtsbLorg gf Ait You Looking To Grow Your Caroor As WtA As Your Lite Engineering and Central Pennsylvania are the places to look. Dawood F.eginceriag is one bf Central Pa s "50 Fastest Growing Companies" Central PA offers a quality of life rated in the top 50 in the U.S. by Sperling s BestPlaces. as well as being in their top 20 Most Secure Places to raise your family. Dawood Engineering, a full service civil engineering consultation firm has openings for experienced individuals in the following disciplines: All positions EOE and provide excellent opportunity for advancement, competitive salary and benefit package. Include a sign on bonus to assist with relocation. Please provide resume with professional references to: Dawood CngtaMOfinQt Inc. Attn: Human Resources 2029 Good Hope Road. Knola, PA 17025 Or e-mail: bteahl (& dawood.ee HOUSEKEEPER Wednesdays & Saturdays, 7am to Noon on a farm in The Plains, VA Duties to indude but not limited to: Light cooking, cleaning, laundry. Must enjoy children, have a cheery disposition, be flexible, reliable and have own reliable transportation. Plans* provide personal and work rotoroncas with Introduction letter or resume to: Box JEC 120647 The Fauquier Times Democrat P.O. Box 631 Warrenton, VA 20187 Audio Visual Technician Airtie Conference Center is seeking an AV Technician to join our team. As a Conference Center Aucbo-Visuai Technician you wilt be responsible for the daily delivery of audio visual equipment including set-up. use & storage. This position requires a team player, professional appearance, good communication skills combined with customer relations. Responsible for coordinating audio visual services with conference planners and customers in accordance with I ACC standards. Experience with conference/hot e! audio-visual environment is required as well as an understanding of IACC standards. Prefer WHCA experience. Must have strong technical knowledge and experience with personal computers ana software. Must be able to manage several different tasks at once. This job could involve some heavy lifting, evening and some weekend work. Airtie Conference Center offers competitive wagw and an excellent benefit package. I 2004 Volvo S40, 4 dr. black, btk Ithr, sun root, tinted windows, CO, AT, AC, cruise, new tires, 4 will ABS. 6 air bags, 55K mis. $14,500 (540) 364-6341 ' 2007 Ford Fusion SEL Single owner, excl cond, very well equip ♦ ext warr & svc plan: $16,896(703)728-6324 84 CadaHIc Eldorado Biarritz, Immaculate Cond, blue ext. Itiir int, all pwr, $5000/obo. cell: 202-841-3236 '88 Cutlass Cisra Red, 4DR, V6, 3.8L, 218K Gd cond. del radio, missing small window in beck 1 owner $1000 ♦ OBO 703-754-6578 99 Buick Park Ave 40R Sedan V6 3.8L Auto, loaded, Ithr seats, 1 owner, gd cond. 95K, $5.500 703-444-5411 '99 Cry star Concord LXI 95K mi. 3.2L Forrest Green/tan Ithr, new tires, good cond $6000 OBO 703-242-8354 BMW,79 633CSI,Blk. •xt.& int.sunrf.pw.cold AC,new wheels A tires plus,manual,$8100 540-5284797 , CADILLAC 98 Catara: 38k, body/lthr/ tires good, blue color, garaged. no accidents. $4500. 703444-1269 Chrylser 2006 300C: Creme colored beauty, 7k miles, exc cond & loaded. S28K or best offer, 540-662-6697. Custom 84 Chevy Camaro Z28, new 350 high perf. V8 eng, 398HP, Auto, exc cond. Ithr sport seating, light kit. high power amp, new paint/ tires/rims, fold out CO: $ 1 0,0 0 0. (240)882-9404 Ford Escape XLT 4x4. Red,86 5k, airbags, pw win.,locks Adrs. cd/ac Exc. cond.,$7,999,703 431 0000 Gnat grad gift, 2006 Honda Civic LX, add'I sound system, atomic blue, 2SK mis, excel cond. $16,500. NEG. (540)665-0069 Honda ACC .2002 SE white,auto,Cd, AC, sunrf. new tires/ bratapads. 86k,$8,500 703 579 7368 Honda CMc 99 LX Sap. 160K mi. all power, new tires, 17* rims, sec. alarm. Good cond. $4,990 (703)660-1892 Kia 2005 Sedona EX. 11k mini van V6 $13,500. Spectra 4 dr. sedan 18k, $8,500 mint cond. 703 437-9207 Mercedes 97 SL500 White, removable Hd top,all service records, Immac. cond. $17,500.703-759-5039 Mteta 1986, new vinyl tan top, brakes, exhaust sys, timing baft, within 1 yr, blue, $4500. (540)439-2703 Nissan, 95, Altima, 126K mi. 5apd. CO plyr. Great cond.* $2,000 (703)430-7415. Pontiac 2000 Sunfire: 99K, new tires & VA insp. Sunrf, A/C needs repair. $2500/obO. 703-483-5339. Toyota 01 Camry CE, Silver, exc. cond, low mileage, great gas mi. $6,650. 703-303-3505; 540-338-5291. Volvo 850,1995,one family ownership, 134k miles, sort, leather, detailed maint records $3,100. 703-518-2380 00 Jaep Wranger. bik, 5sp man. 4 cyl, CO, new tires & battery, sft top. 82K mis. $7000/ ObO. 540-347-4240 2001 Shaster Fast boat. Model 2X2200, inct GPS & new trolling motor $17000. (540)364-9932 (703)727-7770 96 Saaray 230 Sundancer. 24ft, 5.7 Mercury in/out board, sleeps 4, kitchenette. $ 1 4 K / o b o 571-259-6834 BOAT 89 Sun Runner, 235 Cuddy Cabin, 305 Volvo Penta (I/O Motor), Runs good w/EZ Loader Trailer. $4S0Cy Obo 540-439-3386 1994 Winnebago Adventurer 32ft, grt cond. low mileage, must see, priced to sell. $21,900 080. (540)82S-4688 2004 WtLDWOOO LE 26ft. Queen Bed,2 Bunks, FBA, Sleep/ Sofa, Qi nett/Bed, Frtdgl Freezer, Outside Shower 4Gnll, Full Slide,Plenty of storage, EC, $15,000 080 540-822-9027 73 Travel Trailer, 22ft Lit Hobo. New Hot water heater, new cook stove, new toiet, new carpet, deck. $22001 obo AS IS. Catlett area 540-788-4924. 99 VW Rialta. 55k/mi, 22ft 17mpg, exel cond w/generator, well equipt. sleeps 4. $ 2 5,9 0 0 571-261-2705. Sunline Solaris 321t 2002. Perfect 3hape. Non Smoking. $16W 060. (703)378-0791 AdaWbrfc CaB a Rap Today CaN 347-4222 95 GMC IZUZU: Driveway sealing truck. 600 gal capacity w/5hp honda spray unit. 5hp diaphram pump. 99k mi, never seen winter. $9600/060. (703)203-8041. 04 HD Sottail Std Black.onty 850mi. aftermarket pipes, Excel cond. gar kept $13K 703-669-5223 '04 Yamaha V-Star 1100 Silverado, 8K mis, Stage I upgrades. Hard Chrome Brg Straights. $5800 (54CQ841-994S 05 Honda VTX 1800 F Series, Spec2. 500 mi. Financing Avail-VHtage Feed. Asking $11,900. (540)937-2127 (540)854-8800 2000 HD Roadking Classic, loaded w/chrome & extras, all records, mint cond. 10K, $14,000. (571)437-4197 2003 Honda VTX 1800C. Blk w/ chrome package. 1100/mr $7,999. Call 703-904-8411. 2004 Harley Davidson Sportster 1200XL w/ UNDER 3.900 miles. Garage kept w/ Screamin' Eagle II Muffler & sissy bar. Excellent Shape. Must sell asking $8,495 , 304-725-4113 98 Harley Wide Glide, under 5K mis, garage kept, saddle bags, sprt sheHd, roll bar w/ pegs, $12K, 540-272-0200 Wtantad Corvair Engine, any year, state price & condition. Ron (703) 216-8276 02 Ford SUV 4W0 ExceMent Cond. Same as new, loaded w/ everything. $8,000 540-687-6418 2001 Land Rover Disco SE. Bik SUV Gd Cond. Saddle Lthr Seats, AC. AM pwr, heated seats, dual artrgs, Brush Grd, 6CD Chngr,65K, $8,980 703-433-0775 $8 Range rover, good cond. a lot of brand new parts. Only 105K, $4500. (571)258-9117 97 GMC Jimmy SLT 4WD,V6,166K,4DR, Auto.PS.PB.PW.AM/ FM Cass, AC,Reliable $2Kobo 540-822-5290 '98 Jeep Cheeroke Sport: 4x4. Excel shape, looks great. New tires, brakes. AC. $5500. (540)338-7932. MMT 2003, X5, white. AT, loaded, outstanding cond. Ext warr. 35K mis. $31,000 060.(540)428-2845 GMC 2001 Jimmy, 4x4, V6, AT, full pwr, AC, tow pkg, less than 68K mis, very dean. $7800. (703)430-6223 01 Ford Explorer Sport Trac White, Exc Cond, 92k, AUTO, 4.0L V6. Bed extension. $8,300. (540)349-4722 03 Chevy Silverado 3f4 ton, c/c, 4x, 67K mis. $18,900. 03 Sportemaster RV $10,900. 540-905-1065 04 Ford F360 Super Duty Crew Cab, auto. Leer cap, slide out bed, 5 4 K . $25,000. (540)364-6158 2000 Ford F350 Super Duty XL crew cab, Lariat V8 Deisel All extras 88K $18,000 352-7889162/540-687-6544 2000 Lincoln Mark LT, ask S36.900, immaculate. loaded. 4K mis. Garge kept. (540)846-5198 96 Dodge Dakota Sport 4wd, auto, 103K mis, current insp, looks great, $3500/obo540-229-0157 '96 Nissan Pick-Up - 6. cylinder, dixie riding Lawn Mower 34in. Trailer $12k/OBO. (571 >283-6757. 90 Ford F150 88K $59004 97FordF15G 89K $4900. Both Long Bed 6cyl AT, in greet shape! 540-882-3996 ”88 GMC 150QSLE Shaft Bed P-U 5.7ltr, Cap. PS/PW. Wht. Tow phg, off road. 703-868-1877 or 571-436-9619. Dark salver, ext cab, 2WD Fully loaded, am/tm stereo w/cd 23,456mt. wen kept Vortec 4800 V8 SFl gas engine.S18.000.00 Contact Rusty at 571 921-2373 81 Meade mpv LX 7 pass, gd cond. WM maant 68K ma. Sneer Roof Rack, auto, $7200 703-801-8830 2000 Chrysler Town $ Country LX), 79K mis, $8000 OBO. (540)937-2456 Junk Car* - Cash Paid: Professionally removed for free. Can for details 571-233-54*7 ask for Allen. No. Va. areas) Classified Ads Work Call 347-4222 k *