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With a new look and better functionality, RappNews.com is all about connecting with the community New additions include local blogs, movie and book reviews by readers, lots of community conversation about the topics of the day, and a place for readers to contribute their own news. Community members also will be abkkto share their own photos with fellow RappNews.com users. A weekly feature on Page A2 of the newspaper will key readers into what additional Rappahannock content will be on the Web that day — content beyond what’s in the printed newspaper. Web users will find photo galleries, multimedia presentations, and a new horse and field sports section exclusively on the site. Peter Arundel, president of Times Community Newspapers, is enthusiastic about the launch. “Our web site will allow us to reach the community in so See SITE, Page A2 RappNews.com FAQ —How do I find the Web site? Type www.RappNews.com in your Web browser. Anyone who has the Rappahannock Web site bookmarked may need to type the correct uri in the browser. —What do I do first? In the green box labeled Dialogue Rappahannock, register on the site —so you can contribute news, photos, or comments. —How do I get around the she? The easy-to-use navigation is located down the left-hand side of every page. Just dick on the category of news you want to view. —What are some of the new features? News By You: Located in the bottom left-hand comer of most • pages, this is where readers can submit their own news. Whether it’s a church supper or softball results, this is the place to let your neighbors know what’s important to you. Just click on Add Your News. Submissions will be approved within 12 hours (usually much sooner) and be posted on the site. Photos By You: Post your own photos so everyone can see the biggest fish you ever caugnt or your new baby’s first smile. Submissions will be approved within 12 hours (usually much sooner) and be posted on the site. Reviews By You: Readers’ opinions on entertainment options in the county - concerts, movies, books or video games, located on the entertainment pages. Submissions will be approved within 12 hours (usually much sooner) See FAQ, Page A2 Splintered pieces of a wood fence littered the scene of the crash last Saturday. Man crashes into fence, parked car off Fodderstack Road By Matt Pelkey Rappahannock News Staff Writer A 33-year-old Rappahannock man careened off Fodderstack Road last Saturday afternoon, taking out part of a wood fence and smashing into the back of a parked SUV. Raymond Kyle Thompson, of Flint Hill, was traveling westbound a little after 3 p.m. when he swerved off the road and onto private property at the intersection of Fodderstack Road and Monte Vista Lane, about a milt. and a half outside of Washington. The cause of the crash remains unclear, though a police officer at the scene said that speed might have been a factor. Washington fire and rescue personnel called for a helicopter, but it could not respond because of overcast skies, said Washington Fire Chief Ann Spieker. Spieker said Thompson was transported by ambulance to Warren Memorial Hospital in Front Royal and then flown to Winchester for treatment. She said he was not wearing a seat belt when the crash occurred and was thrown into the passenger side footwell. She did not know the extent of his injuries. No one else was injured in the crash. “The wheels squealed and you could hear metal crashing,” said Anna Smoot, who was about 20 feet away in her house when the crash occurred. The SUV that the man hit is owned by Rappahannock schools, Smoot said. She said she uses it to transport students for the school system. Officials with Rappahannock County Public Schools could not be reached for comment. The impact of the crash pushed the SUV forward several feet, leaving tire tracks carved into the lawn where it was parked. The back of the vehicle was crushed and the rear window shattered. Thompson’s car, a small four-door Volkswagon, was towed away badly damaged. Virginia State Trooper Phillip Thomas, who reported to the crash, said another vehicle was damaged when it was hit by a flying board from the fence that, was struck. E-mail the reporter at mpelkey@timespapers.com. Planners support Internet exception By Kevin Allen Rappahannock News Staff Writer The Rappahannock County Planning Commission recommended approval on Dec. 19 for a measure that may ease one barrier to highspeed Internet service in the county. The commission showed unanimous support for a proposal that will exempt wireless Internet providers from obtaining special-exception permits for transmitters. If approved by the Board of Supervisors, the exemption will apply to equipment installed on an individual’s property for access to the Web. The proposal says transmission equipment may be mounted on existing structures or on single wooden poles no taller than 80 feet. County Administrator John McCarthy said such poles are usually between 40 and 60 feet tall. The change might make it easier for companies to provide high-speed Internet in more remote parts of Rappahannock, McCarthy said. However, he added, the county’s small customer base is still a major hurdle to making high-speed Internet available county-wide. The proposal was suggested by the county’s Broadband Initiative committee, a 10-person study group comprised of citizens and government officials, which submitted a report to the supervisors in November. Stormwater Management Planners also looked at portions of a proposed Stormwater Management Ordinance for the county. Rappahannock News P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747 (540) 675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) The ordinance is designed to minimize any negative impacts development in tiie county may have on local water quality. The initiative grew out of the Clean Streams Initiative, which has been going on in the county for the past two years. The county, with the help of the nonprofit Rappahannock Friends and Lovers of Our Watershed, has determined that one of the area’s most pressing environmental problems is stream degradation from runoff and erosion. Those problems are primarily caused by the poor planning and construction of long, private driveways, McCarthy said. The ordinance seeks to prevent such driveways from damaging local waters. The proposal calls for a requirement that all driveways longer than 1,000 feet with more than a 10 percent grade, or any See PLANNING, Page A2 News Sait Rtala'Matt Petfwy Christmas cheer Members of the Rappahannock County High School LEO Chib, sophomore Tyler Crews (left to right), senior Katie Long, juniors A.J. Collins and Caroline Massie, parent chaperone Linda Huff and senior Nancy Herbert entertained residents and shoppers with Christmas carols Friday night in Little Washington. ■ Fussing over figs Over in Ortean there’s a man dedicate to growing what his wife loves best - figs. In this dimate? No problem. SeePage B5. Helping the horses tf Local Rappahannock resident - Jeanie McNear has a passion for horses and a heritage worth saving. Sn page B1. Sage advice Recent graduates - now college students - shared insights, tips and advice to high schoolers. Sm Page A3. J The recruiting game Looking to play sports at the college level7 George Greer will be holding a seminar on Jan. 6. 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EPipy rr\rr> SinnS OnlineNow A Christmas gift for some amt a quandary for others. New Jersey's Governor Jon Corzine officially ended the death penalty on December 17. Read about that decision and foe response from the Virginians for Alternatives to the Death Penalty online under Opinions. Site Prom Page A1 many creative ways. Hie site will complement the printed newspaper by opening a daily dialogue with Rappahannock residents - and providing information that we hope is useful to them. RappNews.com represents a new era of local media.” Rappahannock News editor Anita Sherman said, “While Rappahannock County is not predominantly an online community; there are many readers who are able to “click” for local news. FAQ From Page A1 and be posted on the site. fteodor comments: Anyone who would like to comment on a news story may do so in the comments section at the bottom of of the page where the story appears. Submissions will be approved within 12 hours (usually much sooner) and be posted on the site. Blogs: These are online journals. RappNews.com blogs are sorted by categories, including:' Life in Rappahannock, Sports, Leisure, Entertainment, Business and Politics. There will also be blogs written by the Under-20 set Blogs and reader comments about blogs are unedited and post immediately. Photo galleries: These are photos taken by staff photographers. Some galleries feature all the photos from the week, With this new and expanded Web site, the Rappahannock News wiQ offer readers not only quick and easy access to. what’s happening, but opportunities for readers to post their own news items and to share photos. “As the Rappahannock News joins its sister papers in Fauquier, Culpeper, Clarke, Prince William as well as Loudoun and Fairfax counties in this new product, we are confident that you will enjoy its interactive features and that it will provide an expanded opportunity for Rappahannock residents to stay tuned to local news happenings. “Epjqyr HOURS: Monday Thru Friday*-* Saturday *-$ Hillside Motors #2 TRUCK CENTER -540-743-3909Home of Guaranteed Financing Over l(X) Trucks, Curs, SUVs. Scooters and 4 Wheelers In Stock • Also A Large Selection of Commercial Vehicles - Dumps & Utility,Trucks 1/2 ton to l ton. 2WD & 4x4 s. Gas & Diesel Trucks from 96-07 We Should Have the Truck You Need For Almost Any Job. 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Advertise: Ail foe information you need to advertise on foe site or in foe newspaper. • Rappahannock County government offices will be closed Monday, Dec. 31, and Tuesday, Jan. 1 They will reopen Wednesday, Jan. 2. • Rappahannock County Public Schools will reopen Wednesday, Jan. 2. • Rappahannock National Bank will close at 2 p.m. on Monday and reopen on Wednesday, Jan. 2. • BB&T in Flint Hill will close at 2 p.m. on Monday and reopen on Wednesday, Jan. 2. • The Rappahannock News will be closed on Monday, Dec. 31 and Tuesday, Jan. 1 and will reopen Wednesday, Jan. 2 The newspaper will have an early deadline for the Thursday, Jan. 3 , edition due to the holiday. All items for publication should be submitted no later than 5 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 28. • On Thursday, Jan. 3 the Rappahannock County Water and Sewer Authority will meet at 7:30 p. m. at the Rappahannock County Courthouse on Gay Street Ice storm closes portions of Skyline Drive On Wednesday, Dec. 19, Shenandoah National Park implemented closures on the Skyline Drive due to damage caused by an ice storm. The ice storm began late Saturday, Dec. 15 and was followed on Sunday, Dec. 16, by a wind storm with gusts up to 50 miles per hour. The combination of ice up to Vi inch thick and strong winds has resulted in downed trees ahd limbs. Park staff began clean-up operations on Monday, Dec. 17. The South District of the park, from Rt. 33 to Waynesboro, is now open. Crews are currently working in the North District, from Front Royal to Rt 211, with the hope of opening this section by week’s end. The Central District of Skyline Drive remains dosed, possibly for several weeks. Park staff will assess trails and structures this week and will continue to dear Skyline Drive of debris. Skyline Drive will re-open as conditions warrant. The Skyline Drive is normally dosed from 5 p.m. to 8 a.m. each night through January 5, 2008 during hunting season. Fade visitors are encouraged to call 540-999-3500 for additional information and updates regarding the status of the park. Police Briefs Mailbox bashers at it again Five homes outside of Flint Hill were struck last weekend in an apparent mailbox-smashing spree. The incident was called in to the Rappahannock County Sheriffs Office early last Saturday morning. Four on Grimsley Road and one on Dogwood Lane were hit. No arrests have been made. Who could hate Christmas? A Flint Hill woman called the sheriffs office last Sunday morning to report January 3: RLEP Biodiversity Task Force Meeting The Biodiversity Task Force is planning another full year of educational and data-gathering programs, starting with a repeat of the Wildlife Habitat Open House on February 9. If you've enjoyed our programs over the last two years and would like to help develop and deliver more, or just learn more about the Task Force, come to the meeting; 7 p.m. at the library For more information, contact Pam Owen at 540-8274895 or Biodiversity@RLEP. org, or go to www.RLEP.org. “Nunsense" opens at FCT WARRENTON, VA— Fauquier Community Theatre will open its three-weekend run of the musical sensation i “Nunsense* by Dan Goggim “Nunsense” is one of Off" Broadway's most celebrated musicals. With more than 5000 productions worldwide, it has been translated into 21 languages. Ever so popular; this one musical has spawned six sequals! that some of the Christmas decorations outside her home had been vandalized Lights had been unplugged, a wreath had been damaged and a display had been pulled out of the ground Spotlighter caught in the spotlight A suspected spotlighter was nabbed last Friday night. A Huntly woman called the sheriff’s office at 10:56 pjn. on Dec. 21. She said that she had heard three gunshots and saw a person load skilled deer into a pickup truck. The game warden for Rappahannock County banJust in Time Nunsensebegins when the Little Sisters of Hoboken discover that their cook, Sister Juba, Child of God, has accidentally poisoned 52 of the sisters, and they are in dire need of fimds for the burials. The sisters decide that the best way to raise the money is to put an a variety show, so they take over the school auditorium, which is currently set up for the eighth grade production of “Winnie the Pooh.” Here we meet Reverend Mother Regina, a former arcus performer, Sister Mary Hubert, the Mistress of Novices; a streetwise nun from Brooklyn named Sister Robert Anne; Sister Mary Leo, a novice who is a wannaha hallertna; and fly delightfully wacky Ssfcer Mary Amnesia, the nun who lost bar memory when a crariftt fell on her head Featuring star turns, tap sod ballet dancing, an andinafftBalpRenomfeon. Directed and Produced fay died the incident and Deputy Daniel Coffey provided assistance. Neither the warden nor Deputy Coffey could be reached for comment. Wandering child A Chester Gap woman discovered her 6-year-old neighbor on her doorstep last Thursday Dec. 20. The child had wandered from across the street when the babysitter did not show up. The case has been referred to social services. — Compiled by Rappahannock News Staff Writer Matt Mhey Bryan Marsh Music Direction by Laurie Bersack Choreography by Amanda Cansier Cast: Reverend Mother Regina — Deb Kmwen, Sister Mary Hubert - Flab Gustave, Sister Robert Anne - Chantal Campbell, Sister Mary Leo - Christina Clayton and Sister Mary Amnesia - Amanda Cansier “Nunsense* runs three weekends at 8 pun. Fridays and Saturdays Jan. 11-26 and there is one Sunday matinee at 2 pm. Jan. 27. Ihribrmances are at The Theatre at Vint Hill, 4225 Aiken Drive, Vint Hill Fhrms Station, Warranted. Tickets are $16 for adults, $14 fir students and seniors. Tickets are available only at the door and seating is general arimwaann for ticket infarmo.•Jkkm (540) 270-0232. Visit FCT online at wwwfetstage.org. Planning From Page A1 driveway with a retaining wall, be approved by the county before they are built. Four people stood up to speak in favor of the ordinance. No one objected to it. McCarthy said the planning commission’s next meeting, scheduled for Jan. 16, will be held in the auditorium at Rappahannock County High School if Bill Fletcher goes ahead with his application for an events center at the Miller Farm on F.T Valley Road. E-mail the reporter at kallen@timespapers.com. Ucmsaft amsurad "ITee Removal • Stump Removal • Pruning • Mulching • Firewood Topping • Feeding • Lot Cleaning* Gutter Cleaning Hedge Trimming • Home Improvements & Much More We Proudly Accept f OtfVf Tflgp 1 tar m y /UO.YU1.» kec | jWucit.iow Home and land trs I • sM These Rappahannock County home and land trans New Years Eve Monday,, December31* 2007 7pm to Midnight A Community Celebration of the Arts SO Performances for the whale family! 10 indoor locations in downtown Warrenton Poetry *Puppetry * Juggling * Magic Lots of great music: Classical * Jazz * Btuegruss * Folk * Irish * Gospel and more! Midnight Grand Illumination at the Courthouse $8 per person, $3 children 3-12, free under 3 Special family admission—525 Parents and children All are welcome! Advance Admission Buttons On •sale now! A great stocking staffer! Available at: The Fauquier Bunk (all locations), G. Whiltickers Toys <& Books, Warrenton , Visitor Center. Fauquier Hospital Gift Shop A Call to Volunteers Please contact us for more info: Ann Murtella 540.341.0260 I nnmurtella a, vertzon. net Volunteer Committee, First Might Warrenton, PO Box 60b. Warrenton, V.4 20186 Call to Sponsors Help support this great community event! Contact us toduv fur more info: Becky Crouch 540.341.0988 C ’rouchbfa yahoo, com Partnership Committee. First Might Warrenton. PO Box 608. Warrenton, V.4 20186 For more information: www.bluemonLorg or 54(V34l-098S hint V/jjfrr Wammtm is a Bluemuat pnijea Tints Commmtey Papen are proti to be a him \tgM Pa fers were recorded in the Rappahannock County Circuit Court clerk's office between Dec. 14 and Dec 20. To find transfers in other Northern Virginia counties* visit uiww. timespapers.com. Ann Barreiro to Joan Culmer Platt, $266,000, tax map: 20A-1-35A. Property Eawents John F. Bagley and other trustees to Piedmont RlwrirnnirM»nfa>l Council «nrf others, Stonewall-Hawthome District, 56.6877 acres, deed of gift, tax map: 48-18C. Nancy David Dillon to Virginia Outdoors Foundation, Hampton District, 56.4674 acres, deed of gift, tax map: 20-39& As recorded on December 20, Nancy Dillon has granted to the Virginia Outdoors Foundation a conservation easement protecting 88 acres on Fodderstack Bond. The easement effectively merges two tax parcels into a single panel that may never be divided. The next day brought recordation of an easement given to the Piedmont Environmental Council by Stu and Eve Willis. It prevents any future division of 52 acres an Slate Mills Bead, and provides &r their stewardship. Conservation easements in Rappahannock County now total 26,193 acres, which is 19.2 percent of all private land

Grads offer college advice to high schoolers By Matt Pelkey Rappahannock News StaffWriter Everyone on stage last Friday had at one point sat in the auditorium chairs before them. The 12 recent Rappahannock County High School grads were back at their alma mater — most home from college for winter break — to offer advice and inspiration to the rows of students who would soon be facing the same questions they had faced. The message was dear Go to college; you can do it. For an hour, freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors at Rappahannock high school heard 12 first-hand accounts of college life. The students listened to experiences and inswfo tips, and even received fingerwagging warnings about partying too much. Even though many of the alums had only a few years of college under their belts, they offered sage advice. “...by putting... alums from Rappahannock on the stage and showing the audience, you know, these guys did it, you can do it too, I think the experience of it will be more effective than just talking to them about going to college,” said Miranda Hope. Hope organized the event. She is director of the Next Step program, which helps students plot out their futures, whatever they might be — college, vocational school or a career. Working out of an office at the school, she advises Students and parents on applying to schools and acquiring financial aid. Leading the discussion with die grads, Hope asked questions about the application process, financial aid, selecting a major and campus life. She asked the alums about the SAT. Two of the twelve had taken it five times. No one bad taken it just once. She asked how many bad put together a resume, sought recommendations and researched financial aid. The alums’ answers, made with a raise of the hand, revealed a time-consuming and exhausting application process. And based on the number of grads who said they had been rejected by schools, a disappointing one, too. But despite the time, effort and hardship of applying, every grad was happy to be in school. They all said that college was fun, and that it was worthwhile. Many said that they enjoyed the level of independence that they had at school. Sarah Hathaway, a student at the University of Virginia, warned that independence can be dangerous, however. She said that the responsibility to make it to class rests solely on the students, and that many teachers will not hound those that skip, nor even take attendance. She urged the high schoolers to show up for class, a seemingly minor effort, but one that some college students do not make. Attendance is important, she said. “It will matter when you take that test and when that grade comes at the end of the semester.” Rachel Gall found her calling at Christopher Newport University, but only after discovering that a long-time dream was not really what she wanted. “I was adamant about being a biology major" she said. She said she wanted to study dolphins and get a job at Sea World. She found science classes unappealing once she got to college, though, and switched to a political science major with a minor in international affairs. She now wants to work in refugee camps. “You have to take classes that you love,” she said. A number of the alums had WORDS OF WISDOM: Rachel Gall — sitting alongside Meagan Smith, Juan Tisera, Carter Bruce and Shannon Woodward—dished out sage advice to Rappahannock high schoolers last Friday. New Year's Eve Gala at The Inn at Kelly's Ford This year, welcome in 2D08 amidst the elegance and warm hospitality of The Inn. For just S96.O0 plus tax per person you'll enjoy a sumptuous fivenrourse dinner exquisitely prepared by our award winning chef, Jean Paul Pessaint. Music to dance the rught away by the Andrew Fox Bund with party favors and a champagne toast at midnight. New Year's Eve Dinner Mena j Lobster Bisque j jumbo Shrimp Sauteed with Tomato & Saffron Foie Gras & Smoked Salmon with Toast Points Mixed Field Green Salad with Cheve Cheese & Balsamic Vinaigrette * * * Champagne Sorbet * * * Roasted Angus Filet Mignon Pengpurdine Loin of Venison Veal Tenderloin Marsala Grilled Salmon with an Orange Beurre Blanc * * * White Chocolate & Passion Fruit Mousse Cake Cream Piiff with a Decadent Fudge Sauce - Tiramisu Delicate Key Lime Mousse : PUBLIC HEARING PROPOSING FOR ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE MANAGEMENT OF STORMWATER IN LAND DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS The Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors shai hotel a public hearing to consider adopting an ordinance on Monday, January/, 2006, at 7tOQPM at the Courthouse in Washington, VA. The ordinance regulates and requires the maiagement of stormwater Hoiks in certain land davelopmant activities, and is specifically autoorized in §10.1-603.3. at saq. of the Code of Virginia. I960, as amended. The ordinance writ be consKtared in conjunction with amendments to the Zoning and Subdivision chapters of the Rappahannock County Code, which shall be considered in separate hearings held the same evening. The purpose of this ordinance is to protect the health, satety and general weHaie of the ateens of the County and the Commonwealth of Virginia and to prevent water from being rendered dangerous to the health of parsons living in the County. The specific purposes at the ordinance are to. A. Minimize toe deterioration of stale waters and waterways resulting from lend disturbing activities. B. Protect the safety and waiters of citizens, property owners* and businesses by minimizing the negative impacts or increased stormwater discharges from new land davatopmant and ledevelopmant C. Control non-pewit source poitobon, erosion and sedlmentelton. protect stream channel functions. drainage, and tacdtste natural recharge of groundwater. 0. Maintain the integnty of aaBljng abeam channels and networks tor their biological toncbons. dramsQs, and natural recharge of groundwater. E Protect the condtbon of stele wafers tor abiessonabta uses and ecological functions. F. Provide tor the long-term responsibility tor and meintenence of stormwater management facilities and bast management practices. G. Integrate stormwater management and potebton control wbh other county ordinances programs, poboas, and comprehensive plan. H. Promote the long-term suatainabilKy of groundwater resources The complete tote of »e Odtoance is avtetohte tor inspection at tie County Arbniniftbaion&ZbningOilca. 290 Gay Sbeab tfteetwspow. VA 22747 or at we mppshamncbcnuntyvsgpv Further riotmtem is e aitoMa by cateig (540) 675-5330. All interested persons are invited to attend and tp mails comment on any or abet these amendments or to mat such comments to the County Admmatrsbon and Zbntog Offlcw PQ Bos 519t dteahjnjpnn. VA 22747. advice on how to pay for school. “Really don’t give up on scholarships,” said Paula Frietag, a freshman at Virginia Tech. She said that she applied for about 30 scholarships but was turned down for each one. In a last-ditch effort she went for one last one, and she got it. Some had better luck finding help. Meagan Smith, also a freshman at Virginia Tech, received 12 scholarships. And Juan Tisera said his tuition and books at Lord Fairfax Community College were entirely covered by financial aid. Tisera said he was working to support himself and lived in his own apartment. He said he puts in between 35 and 40 hours each week at his job, and takes nearly a full load of classes. Not all of the alums had decided to pursue a four-year degree. Some had chosen trade school, pursuing a career as a technician or cosmetologist. Ask the Arborist By Jamie Wood I.S.A. Certified Arborist Tree Pruning in Winter: An Excellent Time of Year Trees require pruning each year to help ensure healthy new growth, and winter is an ideal time to perform this work, especially on fruit trees. Dead, dying and diseased twigs and branches must be removed to help eliminate pests that overwinter on dead tissue. Thinning to reduce crown density improves the size and quality of fruit. It also increases light and air penetration within the crown, which aids ripening in summer. Reducing crown density also allows better coverage for insect and disease treatments applied during the growing season. For more information or to schedule an appointment for a complimentary consultation with me, call 877BARTLETT today, or e-mail me atjwood@bartlett.com. BARTLETT TREE EXPERTS J Carter Bruce is enrolled in a two-year car technician certification program at Germ anna Community College. “It includes everything you can get,” he said. Once he gets out he will be ready to take his mechanic certification test and will already have a year of hands-on experience. He said getting everything done in two years at school beats spending decades learning the trade on the job. And the skills he has learned have already made him attractive to employers. Bruce said he that over the summer he went into a Ford dealership looking to buy a car. He was offered a job on the spot and started the next Monday, he said. 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Editorial & Opinion -——Rappahannock JietoaEstablished 1877 An independent Newspaper Published Every Thursday ARTHUR W. ARUNDEL, PUBLISHER Anita L Sherman, EdMor Peter W. Arundel, President Bill Walsh, Executive Editor 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) 675-3068 e-mail: ashoi'man(SHiiwaspapers^cow> Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday Member, Audit Bureau of Circulations www.rappnews.com THURSDAY, DECEMBER 27,2007 Our View A new year 2007 in Rappahannock County was a year not without significant happenings. Some of them noteworthy and others tragic like the senseless killing of Emily Jane Hilscher in April. She was a victim and her death left a community saddened and a family without their youngest for the holidays. In that same month, the Robeys lost their home to a fire but the community outpouring and support was generous and the Robeys look to a much happier new year Staph infections plagued local athletes. Amy Hitt made an unsuccessful hid for Wes MilTs seat for Jackson District. On brighter notes, the Civil War Memorial in the Town of Washington received some long needed repairs and another project of historic proportions - the Scrabble School Preservation Foundation — received a major infusion of funds to continue its metamorphosis into a Senior Center which will also house a center to celebrate African-American History in Rappahannock.Speaking of metamorphosis, the Schoolhouse in Sperryville now houses several offices for Rappahannock's NonProfits. It’s, networking in a nutshell as many of like mind are now linked together in one place. The Rappahannock National Rank spread its wings in 2007, adding locations in Warrenton, Middleburg and Winchester bringing the total number of branches to seven. While adding services, they certainly haven’t lost their country charm thanks to the leadership of Mike Leake. Roger Mello left Rappahannock County High School to become the new principal of Culpeper Comity’s second high school. Irving Smith set a new track and field record and Richie Burke’s girls softball team were District Champs. In addition to coaching a great team, Burke coasted into summer at the helm of a community effort to bring back the fireworks which he, and many others, did with a bang. Bill Fletcher’s fields will undoubtedly roll on to host future fireworks celebrations. The Panthers also got a new football coach in the person of Mike Williams. .Laurel Mills made the front page as they were voted the “Best Country Store” in Virginia. Ira Wayne Cloniger was finally sentenced after his 2006 stabbing which had Larry Sherertz and crew working plenty of overtime. And speaking of the sheriff there will be a new one come January 1. Connie Compton Smith was elected over two others leaving some elated and others bitter. She will be the first woman to serve as a sheriff in Rappihannnrk County. Land continues to be preserved. Development efforts seem to be just that — efforts. Rappahannock County remains low on the totem pole for anything remotely considered new. Tourism in the county got brief spikes with the 10-K race, the Relay for Life, the Rappahannock Rough Ride and the Third Annual Artists of Rappahannock Studio and Gallery Tour and the Washington Hospitality and Visitors Association Christmas in Little Washington event. The staff of the Rappahannock News is here to deliver the news of the new year. We will strive to do that in a timely, sensitive and forthright manner and hope that it is filled with all good things for our readership. Launched Our big news as we head into a new year is that the website for the Rappahannock News has a new look. Check it out at www.rappnews.com. Its been many months in the making and undoubtedly will have some bugs to tweak in the following weeks but we hope that you will enjoy its new took and expanded offerings. News By You shouldn’t be overlooked as a vehicle for sharing with your neighbors and community, tidbits of interest that may not make the print version. You can log on and post a favorite event at your church, reactions to an art show or a recent promotion. This is a spot for news by you and for you. Photos By You is a great place to share your photos of crystalline ice forests in the Shenandoah, a recent bear visit or that perfect sunset over Old Rag. Log on, register and discover this Latest vehicle for enjovmg The Rappahannock News. 1 r..ICMT. ME I rx TWObfeH TWE. r m. M'l <n Letters Serendipitous surprises—with a Rappahannock twist By Richard Lykes, Special to the Rappahannock News Serendipitous surprises hide, k3like children, along life’s path. Suddenly they spring forth; laughing, dancing and defying all odds. The possibility of the most exciting reasons for getting out of bed each day, says a poet friend of mine. You just never know. Introduce the Internet to these possibilities and you have the beginning of a story 1 am about to share. Interestingly, the concept of “serendipity”—accidentally finding something fortunate when looking for something else entirely different—is also a major component of scientific discoveries and inventions and the source of much scientific and other useful knowledge. For instance, discovery of the principle behind printers was made by a Canon engineer who discovered that putting his hot soldering iron to his pen by accident resulted in the pen ejecting ink a few moments later. When serendipity jumps out and touches you personally with its magic you feel really special and blessed. People frequently use the Internet these days to search for old friends as well as to find new ones. My story shows how, through chance or destiny, I was accidentally reconnected with a childhood friend via this electronic marvel. It happened like this through a Rappahannock connection. Perusing the Internet for a place they’d like to visit again one day, my childhood friend found the website for the Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection [ RLEP). There she saw the photo gallery with my name and remembered the 8-year-old of such things happening is one Photo by Richard lykes CHANCE ENCOUNTER: At dinner at La Posada in Laredo, Texas are Jean Doede and Flint Hilt photojoumalist Richard Lykes. Richard’s twin brother Roy is standing top left with his youngest brother Fred to the right kid mat she knew m Laredo, Texas some 60 years ago. Kathy Foush of RLEP received and then forwarded an email of inquiry from my old friend who wrote: “I would Tike to purchase work by Mr. Lykes. Please direct me to a ate for selection and pricing” Here was the unusual situation of answering a letter from a supposed stranger and getting back a reply from an old friend! What 1 wasn’t aware of is that his would-be client was a childhood friend whom I had not seen in over 60 years. Dropping hints that showed she knew me well indeed, Jean Doede of Scottsdale, Arizona promptly answered my initial email. Jean remembered with incredible detail my family; how her family and mine came to know one another, the things we did as youngsters—even a time when, as she recalls, *Y0u were the first boy who ever kissed me! inus began a serendipitous rekindling of an old friendship which, I regret to confess, I have little recollection. Thankfully, Jean’s husband, John, comes to my defense by reminding Jean that men “don't remember things like that nearly as well as women.’' As we got to know each other again over the Internet, I learned that “Jeannie” left Laredo when she was about eight years old and moved to Corpus Christ! We lost touch over time and distance. She later went on to college and became a manufacturing engineer Later she met her husband and their business interests took them around the world. After retirement they left California and moved to Arizona where they live nowt Jean has two sons and four grandsons. The story was too good to end there, of course. In October we discovered that we both were going to be in Texas at the same time on similar family errands. As it turned out, we both were going to be in Laredo at the same hotel and on the same dates! More serendipity. Since we had traded photographs over the past few months, we quickly recognized each other as we met in the courtyard of La Fhsada Hotel, .Jbpneriy an old Spanish convent overlooking the Rio "Grande. The woman I came to know, far the second time, reminded me of my old movie flame, Audrey Hepburn but with red hair—petite and charming, poised and sophisticated, and incredibly versed in a thousand different subjects. No wonder, as she proudly told us with a wink, “My husband.. . is madly in love with me!” We certainly could see why Jean joined my twin brother, Roy and my younger brother; Fred, in the dub room of the hotel along with two other Laredo friends as we talked for hours into the night, remembering old friends and things we did so many years ago. Before we left, we dedded to have breakfast together the next morning before we drove back to San Antonio to catch our plane home. This chance meeting was the highlight of an unexpectedly pleasure-filled weekend in my old hometown. I am fully confident that this story will continue with more chapters to be written. It reminds me of how small the world is, and how interconnected we all are. By the way Jean chose two photographs of Rappahannock County for her and her husband’s offices. And all this was matte possible through the Internet and its incredible power to reach and bring people together. Down Memory Lane FfcoM Back Issues of the Rappahannock News 20 YEARS AGO Heads-Up Club helps the needy The Heads-Up 4-H Chib, in the spirit of the holiday season, provided a merry Christmas for four needy families in the area last week. Members of the dub gave turkeys and other holiday food, Christmas presents and clothing to three Rappahannock families and a fourth household in the Jeflersonton area. Cocaine trail begins in Rappahannock, ends with acquittal in Richmond A Richmond circuit court jury determined that a cocaine supply tine began in Rappahannock County not Fauquier; and found Warrenton dentist Dfenis Andrew Feper Jr. not guilty of charges that he conspired to distribute cocaine. In acquitting Dr Ifeper the jurors discount ed the testimony of Ronald L. Nicholson and George H. Massie, both of Rappahannock, who told of regularly buying drugs from f^per with transactions dating back to when he was a student at the Medical College of Virginia’s School of Dentistry In December 1966, the two Rappahannock men were arrested with large amounts of cocaine in their possession and later pleaded guilty to charges of possession with intent to distribute. But through plea bargains, Nicholson and Massie received reduced sentences in exchange for their cooperation in the continuing muitr-junsdictum drug investigation that resulted in Dr Peper's indictment by a special grand jury last August Detective George Wade of the Richmond Mice Department’s narcotics squad testified that a tip led to the surveillance of George Massie’s Richmond apartment on Dec. 12,1986. Police followed Massie as he drove with Phul Knight Lacy and Lacy’s girlfriend Tamara Lee Messmer to Rappahannock County, where they stopped at Ronald Nicholson’s residence on Fodderstack Road outside Washington. The three spent about a half hour at Nicholson’s house, then returned to Richmond where Lacy’s truck was searched. Mice found four ounces of high grade cocaine and a set of scales, Detective Wade said. Virginia, according to Gov. Gerald L. Batiks, has done ratber well since he took office in 1966. The Democratic governor all but predicted continued economic prosperity for Virginia through 1968 — but with a tow warnings that the state may have to assume some costly responsibilities that belong to the federal government This has been a “very good year for the commonwealth,’'the governor told more than 40 reporters who attended a one-hour breakfast meeting in the executive mansion on Dec. 22. Citing record employment, increases in persanal income and improvement in other economic indicators for 1966, Gov. Batiks buoyantly added: “All of those remain for 1967* But Gov. Batiks reported those developments with “the proverbial qualifiers,* as be put it. Parts of Virginia are wracked by high unemployment— sometimes surpassing 20 percent — and affordable housing has been the cause for consakrabk concern among many.

Former Wake Forest coach to host recruiting seminar By Steve Franklin Rappahannock News Staff Writer The recruiting process can be a difficult time in a 17 or 18 year old athlete’s life. What are the qualifications? When do I visit? How much financial aid will I get? There are tons of questions, and often times, no one to turn to. Enter George Greer. Nobody knows the stress these kids are under more than Greer. That’s because Greer sat on the other side of the desk for more than 35 years. Greer, who recently moved to Rappahannock County after his wife Becky accepted the assistant superintendent’s job at Rappahannock County Public Schools, is the fifth winningest baseball coach in Atlantic Coast Conference history having won three ACC Championships and more than 600 games while serving as skipper at Wake Forest University. He also helped start the program at the University of Connecticut at Avery Point, and served as baseball manager at Davidson University for six seasons. On Sunday; Jan. 6, Cheer will hold an information seminar for all prospective college athlete — reservations can be made by calling 967-8773. Urn session, entitled “The Other Side of the Desk” will begin at 4 p.m. at Rappahannock County High School’s auditorium and is free of charge. “A few years ago, I had a friend in New Jersey who’s daughter was being recruited to play softball. He asked me to help out with the selection process, and I found that there were a lot of misconceptions about the recruiting process,” said Greer, who now works with the New York Mets as a coach in their player development department. "I helped clear those up, and my friend said ‘you should do this fulltime.’ So Fve been traveling across the country helping kids understand what they need to do.” For most kids, Cheer is the only coach they’ve realty had a chance to talk to about the ever-changing NCAA recruitment regulations. “People are always coming up to me and saying‘you’re the only coach that’s ever taken the time to explain these things,’” Greer said. “Fve been involved with the NCAA’s recruiting guidelines for 35 years, so if I can help a few kids understand what they need to do to get a scholarship or to meet academic requirements, then I feel like Fve accomplished something.” During his seminar; Greer - who’s also a member of five different hall of feme’s, including the Cape Cod Baseball League Hall of Fame where he won*the 1968 championship as player on a Chatham As team that included Thurman Munson, and later coached player’s like Joe Girardi, Ron Darling, John France, and Will Clark as a manager — will tafco time to explain the NCAA’s latest rules and regulations. Some of the topics he will speak on include: definitions of NCAA terms, eligibility; recruitment, self marketing, interviewing talking points, financial aid, and timo management. “Well cover a list of different bullet points and then HI take time to answer any questions that these students and their parents might have,” Greer said. “Fm not a guidance counselor. Fm not a principal. Fm just a resource unit to help these kids make the best decision. My goal is to get the information out to these kids, so they can make the best impression on recruiters and MORE STORIES, ONLINE.. / I Rappnews.com coaches.” Typically, Greer - who was drafted by the St. Louis Cardinals in 1967 and played for the organization for four years — must charge between $50 and $100 to cover the cost of traveling to speaking engagements. 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Grapplers get some glory At left and far left, 215-pound Aiden Demoli won his first match of the season with a pin in Rappahannock County’s 60-18 loss to William Monroe last Wednesday. At right, Jeremy Carter came up with pin during the 152-pound match in a dual meet between HappanannocK — County and William Monroe. The Panthers lost the match 60-18. Photos by Ann Spiekei We don’t just work here. We live here. • Convenient local office • Money-saving discounts • Low (town payments • Monthly payment plans • 24-hour service and claims - • Coverage available by phone Local Office 540-785-0022 i*rr%. istwtfU. jjif'-fQas ww j?s»r», '■Near* a» •*&*.«Sf* 0|1t!V?WU.QW6iORTQlftW«inwsw-s* Or Crf*' .-■ '*W*?y -> <r > ;fw>sr<-; < 'w 4v*~*i'- '•• !Aa ..a? v#;«. <5 s-;:'... «>*', Owls fall prey to Hawks By Matt Pelkey Rappahannock News StaffWriter In their first conference game of the season, the beys’ varsity basketball team at Wakefield Country Day School suffered a thorough 85-40 defeat last Thursday tp the Highland Hawks. The loss followed the team’s first win this season — 70-58 earlier this month over Fiesta Valley — and brought the Owls’ overall record to 1-7. From early on the Owls struggled to break through Highland’s defense. Wakefield’s offense found themselves swarmed on the back court, and point guard Alex Shafran’s quick feet and frenzied bursts of speed seemingly could not make a difference. The Owls were down 11-7 about five minutes into the game, and at the end of the first quarter had handed over an 11-point lead to the Hawks. Wakefield could not pick things up, and in the second quarter scored 6 points to Highland’s 20. Eighth-grade guard Brian Shafian rallied the Owls with two 3-pointers in the third quarter He dashed around defenders with moves far beyond his years and drove fearlessly into the lane. Forward Andrew Smith plunked in a few baskets, and Wakefield chalked up 13 paints in the third quarter and 12 in the fourth. Wakefield Head Coach Daniel Webb said he hopes to step up the team’s defense. Tm a defensive person. That’s me. That’s how I played and Tm trying to get these kids to do the same,’he said. Highland coach Chris Norkum was pleased with the Hawks’ performance. Highland had crane off of a five-game losing streak. “It’s nice to get bach on the right track,” he said. Highland is 2-0 in conference games, with an overall record of 6& E-mail the reporter at I mpelkey@timespapers.com I REACHING UP: Wakefield forward Andrew Smith, number 44 caches for a rebound. Panthers pressed out By CHRISTINE KRAFF Special to the Rappahannock News The last thing that Rappahannock County High SchooPs boys varsity basketball team wanted to do Friday night was to get into a running game. “We need to go down and set up our offense every time, leathers senior center Will Boehe said. But lege County went to its full court pressure defense midway through the third quarter and wore down Rappahannock County to score a 45-32 victory. The loss dropped Rappahannock County to a 2-5 overall record, but Friday nights performance was certainly better the first time the two schools played. Page County won, 88 40, on Dec. 14. “We came out tonight with a lot of enthusiasm and energy,” Rappahannock County head coach Bob Czekaj said. “We were contesting their shots in the first half but with their press, were too tired to contest those shots in the second half We just couldn’t keep it up for four quarters.” Juniors Dean Hogan and Chase Tupper connected for 12 of Rappahannock County’s 16 first-half points as the Panthers controlled the game’s tempo. The teams were knotted at 16 at intermission. Page County changed tactics midway through the third quarter, and it proved costly for Rappahannock County. The Shillelaghs IIlh TRAVEL CLUB LAS VEGAS, April 7-11,__$724 Includes Air from Washington, 4-Nights Tropicana Hotel 2 Matinee Revue Shows, Transfers. Discount Coupons RICHMOND.VA-WHEKE HOLLYWOOD MEETS fflSTOtr_$m Includes Mototcouch from Rockville or Vienna. 2-Nights Hotel 2 Breakfasts, 2 Dinners. Welcome Reception. Luncheon. 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We* just weren’t ready to be pulled into their game in the third quarter.” Page County’s tight press sparked a 15-3 run ami a 33-21 lead after three quarters. The Panthers never got closer than 10 points the rest of the game. “In the second half we took some shots too early in the possessions, and it hurt us,” Czekaj said. Chad Morris led the Page County attack with 12 points, six in the third quarter. He also registered a pair of assists during the run. Czekaj pointed out that many of his Panthers lack game experience, which forces him to use just seven or eight players a game. He hopes that once his younger players develop, they will be able to give Boelte and the other starters rest. “The press wears you down,” Czekaj said. “We don't have the experienced players to play an up tempo style, but we’re hoping the kids on the bench come along. Right now, they are not ready.” Hogan led Rappahannock County with 10 points. 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Good recommendations By Tim Frees Special to the Rappahannock News Wednesday morning, December 5, 2007, during the first winter rain-snow, icy mi-g of the season, Tim Fahey was driving alone down High Knob Road in his 2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer. Although the road was slippery, his four wheel drive and four wheel anti lock brakes enabled him to maintain good road contact. Unfortunately, a car heading down the hill ahead of him skid out of control and in his path. Tim steered his leased Trailblazer SUV and avoided a collision then skidded over the embankment, hit a tree, and rolled twice and came to rest on the roof, but only temporarily. The midsize SUV then rolled one more time before landing upright on the wheels. Both side roof airbags deployed. The seat belt kept Tim in place; a voice came from his radio speaker system. “OnStar calling. Mr. Fahey, are you OK? Due to the high volume of weather related accidents that day and the fact that he was not injured, law officials declined to visit the scene. OnStar immediately sent an emergency vehicle. Tim’s insurance company declared the vehicle a total loss and since GAP insurance is standard in all GMAC leases, Tim contacted Jack Evans Chevrolet & Cadillac in Front Royal to place an order for a new replacement Amissville diviner looks ahead 2007 has achieved infamy status in our household. It has not been the best of the years for us, however you look at it. We had to euthanize two dogs and one cat this year. The piece of the economy that allows me to earn a living went to hell in a handbasket and then some! We had intractable plumbing problems, appliance breakdowns, lawnmowers that should be used as boat anchors and automotive challenges. In short, let me say to 2007, don’t let the door hit you in the rear end on the way out! Needless to say, we’re welcoming 2008 with open arms at our house! And since we’re already anticipating a wonderful new year, I thought I’d provide future laughs for you all by prognosticating a bit. So, here are my predictions both personal and for our larger community for 2008. Be sure to pull them out next year at this time to laugh at how badly wrong I was. There will at some point this winter be enough snow for sledding and enough ice on the snow that only the truly insane or the children will dare to try. No one will drive a pickup truck through the front doors at Hackleys. One of our appliances will need to be replaced. South Foes Road will become either a mud hole, an ice covered death trap or closed because a tree falls across it. I get bonus points if WHAT? Santa didn't bring Come on down to CFC Fa mi & Home Center your Carhartt connection! Winter Carhartt! HFARIVr* HOM E > Culpeper 540-825-2200 Rappahannock 540-987-8555 Caroline 804-448-0266 Warrenton 540-347-7100 < Marshall 540-364-1533 Morrisville 540-825-2200 www.cfcrarmnome.com 14 CbmmunilyNewmapeis Serving Over650,000Readers n NorthemVii^nia&The Greater Piedmont 540.6753338 all three occur. The first bear out of hibernation will make a beeline for our house, having heard through the grapevine that there is a wondrous assortment of birdfeeders full of yummy treats. The local food movement will grow and flourish in Rappahannock County as residents band together to share information on local food sources and happily support the farmers who produce this bounty. Rappnet will continue to be full of rabid, partisan political arguments as well as uplifting poetry and photos and the blessing of neighbors helping neighbors. Exciting, practical ideas for local workforce housing solutions will evolve and begin to work through the implementation process. I will win money at Monday night bingo at the Amissville fire hall. I will have my biggest garden yet producing so many tomatoes that all my neighbors hide when they see me coming knowing I’m trying to foist more red, juicy fruits on them. The 2008 Presidential campaign season will feature unprecedented civility, at least in our little comer of the world, followed by a record turnout at the polling places. All will hail the eventual winner as the right man/woman/ alien for the job. Losers will look for vast, private estates in I I Amissville [ Julie Emery | 937-2315 I Julie@ J JulieEmery.com Rappahannock County to which they can retire, lick their wounds and plan speaking engagements to replenish their spent fortunes. There will be no leaks, drips, tunny sounds or clogs in any of the plumbing anywhere in our house for all of 2008. The battle will resume in 2009. My bread baking passion will get out of hand and we’ll be forced to buy a third chest freezer to accommodate the 400 loaves of bread I produce. My voice mail, e-mail and snail mailbox will all be flooded with information from Amissville residents for my column. The Rappahannock News, recognizing that all things in Rappahannock revolve around Amissville, will. give the town its own special section. Peace on earth and good will towards men abounds. Happy New Year to all of you. I look forward to hearing about your plans and accomplishments in 2008 and sharing it in this column with all* your neighbors. : mm mm ** If Fauquier is your dosest Hospital, you can already' consider yourself lucky. Because Fauquier Hospital performs well above the state and national average for stabilizing heart attack victims quickly and minimizing any permanent damage to the heart muscle. On several different measures defining the ideal immediate care for treating heart attack and heart failure patients, Fauquier Hospital outperforms most hospitals in the state and in the country. So if you think you or a loved one is having a heart attack, do the smart thing and go immediately to the closest hospital. It that hospital is Fauquier, you can count yourself smart and lucky. irww.jxmfuierheipuaLorg Physician referral->40-349-0588 FAUQUIER HEALTH SYSTEM 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer. It did not take long for Ron Nicholson of Chester Gap, Jack Evans GM Certified Sales Consultant, to locate the vehicle Tim and his wife, Louise, wanted, since this is the fifth vehicle of six that Ron has helped them purchase or lease the past seven years. The previous time they leased two vehicles for each other on the same day. Of coincidence, ten years ago, being a satisfied service customer, Tim and Louise recommended Jack Evans Chevrolet and Cadillac to Tim Frees when Tim first met Tim, who was Frees’ sister in law and their neighbor. That weekend Tim Frees interviewed for the general manager position and decided to relocate to Front Royal. When Tim Frees, Jack Evans Chevrolet & Cadillac general manager, asked about the accident and their safety, Louise quickly stated, “I will never have a vehicle without OnStar!” and husband Tim Fahey immediately responded, “The small cost is well worth it in one day” From one good recommendation to another. Editor’s Note: Two Tims and a December mishap ended happily despite a slippery road for Tim Fahey. Thanks for sharing your story. 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• Classifieds/B7-B8 Section B December 27, 2007 wwnWifsppnswSiCOi'n Plight of wild horses finds Virginia support Nokota breed a link to Sitting Bull, warrior mounts By Betsy Parker Rappahannock News SUffWriter Katherine Hedrick didn’t set out to be an advocate of wild horses. Heck, she didn’t really mean to own one. But through her Nokota horse Palouse Sunshine, Hedrick has become one of the endangered wild horse breed’s strongest advocates. Even if it was accidental. When horse shopping five years ago for a foxhunter and event horse, Hedrick heard of a nice gelding at Over The Grass Farm in Middleburg. There, she met Palouse Sunshine, a sturdy chestnut paint owned by Charlie Fleashmann, an outspoken supporter of the endangered wild horse breed who helped found the Nokota Horse Conservancy, j. Wowed by the hearty horse’s clever athleticism and kind disposition, she bought him,' and, through her association with the NHC, became aware of the plight of the Nokota breed. The Nokota horses are all very similar,” Hedrick said, explaining that officials at the National Park Service aren’t certain of the Nokota horses’ bloodlines. They are, therefore, unwilling to protect them as mustangs nor promote them as the feral band of Chincoteague ponies cm Virginia’s Assateague Island are promoted. “Many of them are blue roan—and lots of strawberry roan,” Hedrick said. “Others have lots of white. Many are paints. They are all pretty big, and have great, big feet They drop off sharply at thecreup* Hedrick added, noting the steep of the hindquarters. “And they have high withers,” unlike the more compact smaller Bureau of Land Management mustangs that live on government land in Colorado and California. “What the Nokota needs is recognition ” Otherwise, Hedrick said, cattle ranchers can force the “feral” horses removal from public land. Without BLM or other protection, Hedrick said, there is nothing to stop wholesale slaughter of the homeless wiki horses. The BLM regularly holds adoption events for mustangs rounded up to con iHit »MH.l iinr it ■til 8 imi— u _ Photo by Jeanie McNear WILD HORSES: Striking colors and loud markings are among the traits of the Nokota, a strain of wild horse that is being displaced by park service policy. trol population on other rangeland out west. The level of protection has proved sufficient to rein in overgrazing and inbreeding and has created,-a. niche, market far the pony-siaed, plain-colored mustang stock from BLM lands. The Nokota wild horses have been linked to three of North Dakota’s most noteworthy historic figures: Chief Sitting Bull, the Marquis de Mores and President Theodore Roosevelt. Historic perspective Modem Nokota horses are descended from the last surviving population of wild horses in North Dakota. The horses inhabited the nigged Little Missouri badlands, located in the southwestern corner of the state. The surefooted, rugged, athletic horses — often loudly colored, something western mustangs lack—were favored by Chief . Sitting Bull as warrior mounts. The tribal leader conducted careful selective breeding for size, color and athletic ability, creating a niche wild horse in the Dakota wilds. When the Theodore Roosevelt National Park was created in the 1950s — carved from lands Roosevelt often visited, noting presence of the colorful bands of wild horses in many of his memoirs — some of the wild bands were fenced in, an accident that proved to have for-reaching consequences. While the federal fences provided the horses with a measure of protection, the National Park Service does not “allow” wild or feral equities to live within its confines; the NPS is exempt from related protective legislation. - It is that lack of federal protection, Hedrick said, that leaves the important historic legacy of the unique wild horse breed in jeopardy. “It’s living history,” said Jeanie McNear, a Washington, Va. horsewoman and friend of Hedrick’s who is “fostering” a Nokota horse on a private Ninth Dakota ranch dedicated to protecting the historic breed. “If the park service would take an interest in them, it would, draw visitors to the region and be a real benefit. This is a special breed that needs special protection.” Historians—one a fanner National Park Service official — agree with See HORSES, Page B3 Nokota horse chronology • July 19,1881: sitting Bull returns from exile in Canada and surrenders at Fort Buford, near present-day Williston, NLD. U.S. soldiers confiscate the# rifles and about 350 horses. • 1883: The Marquis de Mores buys 250 of the horses seized from Sitting Bull, including aH the mares, with intentions of breeding horses on a large scale at his ranch near Medora, N.D. * 1884: A.C. Huidekoper, the Missouri Badlands, buys 60 of De Mores* mares for his open-range ranch. Huidekoper breeds the socalled “Indian ponies” with larger breeds to use as ranch horses. • 1888: Theodore Rooseveft writes of seeing wiid horses during his ranching days. ? • 1947: Theodore Roosevelt ? National Memorial Park is established. WHd horses ate fenced “in." ft •1970: Park policy shifts toW'- W' a demonstration horse herd “in the interest of historic accuracy.” • 1978: Citing inbreetfng problems, the park rounds up many of the wild horses. Rancher Leo Kuntz buys one of the horses to use for endurance races. • 1986: Kuntz buys 51 of 54 wild horses sold at auction. 1 Photo courtesy of Kathenn^ Hedrick ADVOCATE: Owner Katherine Hedrick jumps with Palouse Sunshine, a Nokota horse. She has become an outspoken supporter of the plight of the displaced wild breed. Let’s Collaborate! January’s show at The Middle Street Galley will have something for everyone... and something by everyone. In preparation for this show, member artists have been collaborating on works of art for several months. The idea of collaboration has been interpreted in many ways. Several artists have taken another’s creation and added to it and/or subtracted from it Others have spent many hours working side-by-side on a specific work. One sculpture in this show was created by visitors on the Artists of Rappahannock tour. Local artists have created a flip book that will be up for silent auction. In addition to the completed works on display, there will be an unfinished canvas and art supplies available; you are invited to come to the gallery and contnbute to the making of a work of art In all, this promises to be a lively and unusual show... a pick-me-up for the winter days ahead. You are invited to meet fellow collaborators at the opening reception on January 6 from 2 - 5 p.m. Refreshments will be served. The Middle Street Gallery is located next to The Inn at Little Washington in Washington, Virginia Gallery hours are Friday. Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 to 6:00. Call 540 675-3440 dunng gallery hours for more information. Pictured from left to right: Steven Kenny, Wayne Paige, Barbara Heile, Pam Pittmger, Linda Tarry, Benita Gowan, June Jordan, and Ann George McCaffray

Horses & People Holiday jumper show set The Middeburg Orange County Pony Club will host a schooling show Dec. 28 from 10 am. to 2 p.m. at Glenwood Park in Middeburg, weather permitting. Courses range from 18 inches to 2’6" and up, dependng on entries. Every dear round receives a ribbon; rounds are $10 each. Call <540) 253-5253 for details. Bam homes for city cats wanted 4Paws, a cat adoption organization, is looking for homes in area horse bams for feral cats they have rescued from squalid conditions in northern Virginia cities. Information is available at (703) 715-6369 or E-mail info@fourpaws.org. r Reynolds Memorial Baptist Chundt Pastor: Jon Heddleston Sunday Contemporary Services 8:45 Sunday School 10 a.m. ■ Sunday Traditional Services 11 astk Sunday Youth Night 7 p.m. J? Tuesday Bible Study 7 p.m. Hope HIB Baptist Church Pastor: John W. Lines Sunday: Sunday School tp Worship Services 11 a.m,f; Evening Worship 7 p.m. Wednesday: Prayer & Bitie Study pin. Pastor Dr. Norman Edward Taylor Sunday: Sunday Schooff :15 Morning Worship 10:30 fcm. Sunday: Ybuth Group 6 p.m. <£*■' ~ : Rejoicers Choir and worship 7 pm * Wednesday: Adult Choir 6 put *Bible Study, Missions 7 jun. 30 Thursday: Bell Choir 7:00 p.m. Flint Hitt Pentecostal Pastor: Rev. Bobby W. iankin^; Sunday: Sunday SchooHO ^ Worship Service 7:00 pin. Wednesday: Worship Service 7:30 p.m. Saturday: Every fourth Saturday there is a Community Hymn Sing at 7 p.m. Interim pastor: Bill Weldi Sunday: Sunday School 10 Worship Service 11 a.iTV. Thursday: Bible Study 730 AmissvWe FuB Gospel Pastor: Rev. Jim Pittman It Sunday: Sunday School 10 i Morning Worship 11 a.na Evening Worship 7 p.m. *0* ' Wednesday: Evening Wbrship 730 p.m. Pastor: Rfev. Leah DeLong Hnt HIM UMC - Sunday Worship at 8:45 am, Children's Church during the worship service. Adult Sunday School at 10 am., caM for Bible Study Schedule (675-3370) Willis Chapel UMC - Sunday Worship at 955 am, Sunday School at 8:45 am, Study on Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. 11.-30 am, Sunday School 10:15 am. Bible Study on Sunday at 2 pm Pastor: Rev. Edward “Ned" Van Dyck Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 p.m. Worship Service 11 am. Sunday: Musical group practice 7 pm. v. St Peter’s QftttpHc Pa&sn: ** Pastor: Fr. Robert J. DeMartino Masses: Saturday Vigil, 530 pm. Sunday, 8.-30 and 10 am. Holy Days of Obligation call 675-3432 . Weekdays Tuesday-Saturday, 8:30 am. Confessions: 4:30-5 pm.,, Saturday, after gy 0?* Pastor Or. Wendell Grant -- Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 am. Tho^QiiKOpd \ Rector Rev. Jennings W.^toftaon III * Thursday: Meditation 7:00 am. Sunday: Holy Eucharist 18 am. m Morning Prayer 9:15 am. CsuMUrSdwof 1030 ant Holy Eucharist 111130 am. Wednesday: Btoie Study & Holy Eucharist " 9:30 a.m. | Thursday: Meditation 7:00 am. Pastor: Rev. Phillip Bailey Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 am. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Wednesday: Men's Disdpleship Class 7 p.m. Thursday: Adult Choir 7 p.m. Thornton's Gap Regular Baptist Rev. Kirby Shook Sunday: Sunder School 10 a.m. Worship Service t1 a.m. ,, I, .. ■»»*.«_ v. | Uio Drown aw Pastor John K. Burke Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 aim. Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Prayer Service 7 p.m. Fhra Forks Regular Baptist Pastor: Elder Roger L Smith Sunday: Sunday School 10 am. ; Worship Service 11 a.m. Wednesday: Prayer, Bible study 7 p.m. nrilnwihjfi Assembly of God Pastor: Joel Cress Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 p.m. Worship/Children’s Church 11 am. Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Adult Bible Study 7 p.m. Thornton Gap Menitiaa Baptist Church Pastor Elder Richard Cox Meets first Sundays at2 p.m., and third Sundays at 10:30 am. 321 South Royal Awe, Front Royal Evangelist David Clanagan Meets every Saturday at 7 p.m. ML Lebanon Baptist Church Pastor: Dallas Smith Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 Worship: 8:30 am. and 11XIO am. Sunday Evening: 7X10 p.m. Children & Youth Program 7:00 p.m. Wednesday: Prayer & Bible Study 7:30 p.m. ramiii ri on mt mm ifciiii SALES, SERVICE & PARTS 73W Cedar Run Drive, Warreataa (5m X7-6622 ilWl 374-A34* W.C. Thompson Funeral Home 503-7 North Main St.. Culpeper, Virginia 540-825-6700 Jfair Gallery Kim Nelson, stylist of 26 years 'owner; -S Offering. Pelaners. Facial uuenng: w„„^ Up«to\ Shampoo. Cut Style. Monthly Specials. Foil Highlite. Color, Manicures \ Permanent Waves. Pedicures 540-675-3076 *" [ W**htfiqton. 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It is a joyous conclusion, owner Donna Rice said, since the pony has been deemed in great health by veterinarians. Here, Rose leads Evita out to her paddock last week at her owner's farm near Broad Run. A holiday miracle... Evita’s return to health direct tie to treatments, innovative caregiving Attribute the comeback from severe founder of Donna Rice’s Welsh pony to whatever you wish — a Christmastime miracle, luck, a skilled farrier or dedicated care. All four elements probably were needed to bring the 22-year-old show pony back from the brink. As laminitis (commonly known as founder) goes, E vita’s was one of the worst cases 78year-old master farrier Lee Rose, of Orlean, has encountered. The dread disease, which effects the sensitive laminae that support the structure of a horse’s hoof ranks with colic as one of the most common and at the same time difficult to deal with. The most common cause of founder is excess weight or lack of activity, with other factors such as lush grass coming into play. Before the disorder had run its course, the main bones in both the gray mare’s front feet, normally cushioned by the laminae had emerged from the sole, and infection erupted from the coronary band at the point at which the hoof attaches to the leg. Rose said, “Every case varies, but good nursing, proper bedding, and exercise when it becomes possible are all vital for recovery “Donna carried for the pony day and night. The stall was deeply bedded in wood shavings, and kept scrupulously dean.” And the pony seemed to want to live as much as Donna wanted to keep Evita around her Broad Run form. During the worst period, the pony laid down, thus saving her hind legs and hooves that were otherwise bearing the extra load shifted from the sore fore. Beside pain medication from attending veterinarians, the pony found relief by placing her hind hooves Jackie Burke in a tray of ice water. This remedy was drawn from “the old days” when foundered work horses would be led to stand for hours on end in farm ponds or streams. The pony's feet were cushioned by poly foam, thus relieving any pressure from the coffin bones. These specially concocted shoes where taped — not glued — into place, and were refitted daily by Rose with assistance from Rice for several months Infection was dealt with by having tests run by the state lab in Warrenton in order to target exact antibiotics needed. With attentive care, Evita has returned to health, with new ly-grown hooves emerged from her coronary band. She remains on a strict diet and regular exercise program, but both have returned her to full With and vigor. Rice said she hopes to return her to the show ring. “She’s like a Kttk> businesswoman — she always eqjpyed putting an high heels, picking np her briefcase and heading off to wurk,” Rice said of the pony which has carried a number of area juniors to their first horse show wins and circuit cfaampmBhrps As Christmas passes »nd spirits crumple with used wrapping paper the story of Evita welcomes the New Year with proof of miracles, »nd care, fir one another and fer the we so value. Jackie Burke is a rider and writer baaed in Orieon. Horse industry big part of state economy Latest equine survey results out The latest Virginia Equine Survey indicated there were an estimated 215,000 horses, ponies, and mules in Virginia at the end of 2006, up 26 percent from the 170,000 counted here in mid-2001. The horse industry adds a significant contribution to Virginia agriculture as well as the commonwealth’s economy. Quarter Horses and Thoroughbreds were the two leading breeds in Virginia at 49,000 and 30,900 head, respectively. The two largest “horse” counties were Loudoun and Fauquier at 15,500 and 14,800, respectively. The 215,000 horses live at 41,000 equine operations scattered throughout the commonwealth, up 41 percent from 2001. Most of the farms and stables are located in the central and northern parts of the state. Horses located in the northern and central districts accounted for nearly 74 percent of the total value. The total value of all Virginia’s horses is $1.65 billion, up 13 percent from 2001. Average value per horse decreased 10 percent to $7,697. Virginia equine operations spent $783 million during 2006 caring for their horses, compared to $505 million during 2001. Feed and bedding were the largest expense category at $99.6 million. Equipment purchases and capital improvements followed at $92 million and $72.6 million, respectively. Equine expenses covering upkeep-related items accounted for 77 percent of all expenses. There were 15,600 horses sold in Virginia during 2006, up 21 percent. The total sales value was more than $107 million. These sales place horses as the sixth-largest commodity in Virginia based on cash receipts. About 66 percent of the total value of sales occurred in the northern district. More agricultural statistics are online at www.nass.usda.gov. Equine industry in Fauquier in Virginia, Fauquier ranks second as the county with the largest equine inventory with 14,800 head, according to a 2006 survey by the U S. Department of Agriculture. Loudoun ranked first with 15,500. Other statistics for Virginia's 2006 equine industry, by district . NOV UMIII DVStnCt ■ Equine Inventory; 71,500 head worth S813.1 million ■ Number of equine operations: 10,400 ■ Sales In 2006:6,000 head for $70,345,000 ’ ■ Average value per equine: S11,724 2f m m A ■ m I . teiiuii District ■ Equine Inventory 52,500 head worth $408.5 million ■ Number of equine operations: 10,900 ■ Sales In 2006:3,000 head for $22,941,000 ■ Overage value per equine: $7,647 . soutnwssuni PHtnct ■ Equine Inventory 34,500 head worth $134.9 million ■ Number of equine operations: 7,600 ■ Sales In 2006:3,200 head for $4,475,000 ■Average value per equine: $1,398 4. Southeastern District ■ Equine Inventory: 16.800 head worth $94.9 million ■ Number of equine operations: 3.000 ■ Sales in 2006:800 head for $2,822,000 ■ Average value per equine: $3,528 5. western District ■ Equina Inventory. 16,200 head worth $77 7 million ■ Number of equine operations; 3,600 ■ Sales in 2006:1,300 head for $3.127,000 ■ Average value per equine: $2,408 6. Eastern District ■ Equine Inventory 11,200 head worth $66.2 miMon ■ Number of equine operations: 2,100 ■ Sales in 2006:400 head for $917,000 ■ Average value per equine: $2,293 7. Southern District ■ Equine inventory: 12,300 head worth $59.6 miMon ■ Number of equine operations: 3,400 ■ Sales in 2006:900 head for $2,695,000 ■ Average value par equine: $2,994 Fauquier

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 jdatterbuckQtimespapers.com Please be sure to include a name and telephone number for information. Upcoming Events lists individual and/or group community items sponsored by non-profits or for charitable purposes. If you are an individual and/or business and your event is for profit-making purposes, there is a fee charged. Please email Stephanie Heflin at sheflin@timespapers.com or phone her at (540) 347-4222. Super Sitters Workshop Rappahannock County 4-H is offering a Super Sitters’ workshop. This program is geared to teach 12 to 19-year -olds how to become great babysitters. Participants will learn skills to help them work well with children of various ages and abilities, hyper or unhappy children, knowing when to call the parentis, safety concerns, knowing what to charge per hour, and learning a bag of tricks that they can take with them to any babysitting job. Plus, any parent would be excited to hire someone who has taken this workshop. This workshop is FREE for anyone 12 -19 years of age. Once we have at least five people interested in participating, we will schedule a Sat for participants to meet for one six hour day. If you would like more information about this workshop, please call Jenny Kapsa, 4-H Coordinator, at the Extension office at 540:675-3619. Holiday Food Drive at Gray Ghost Vineyards Gray Ghost is sponsoring a holiday food drive to benefit the Culpeper Food Closet. All non-perishable food and monetary donations qualify you for a drawing to receive free tickets to one of Gray Ghosts popular events! Winners will be contacted by phone and the tickets will be mailed. Gray Ghost is located at 14706 Lee Highway in Amissville and can be contacted at 540-937-4869. New Winter Hours at Public House New Winter Hours—Lunch: 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Dinner: 5:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday; 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. Sunday. Closed Tuesday and Wednesday. Phone (540) 675-1700. Dec. 27: That furry thing you got for Christmas The kitten or puppy that Santa brought to your household needs to be “fixed”. Ordinarily that would cost you a great deal of money. But the Rappahannock Animal Welfare League, BAWL, had arranged for cats and dogs to be spayed or neutered for far, far less than the usual , fro. Figures vary, but no one pays more them $65.00. The RAWL spay/neuter program is done through the shelter in Amissville, where a van is filled with pets each month. Owners must register and pay at the shelter. The next van trip is January 9, so please sign up, in person, before Jan. 7. Telephone the shelter at 540-937-3283 any morning, seven days a week; we’re here to take your call. By the way, if holiday bills leave you short, ask about our “scholarship* program for those in need of funds. Dec. 29: Benefit dance for Baby Ryan Four-month old Ryan Jenkins, the son of Adam and Angela Jenkins of Washington, has been diagnosed with SCID (Severe Combined Immunodeficiency). A benefit dance is being held at the Sperryville Fire Department from 8-12 p.m. Donated funds will be used to help with financial support for the family. For more information, contact Michelle Jenkins at (540) 987-9440. Dec. 31: The Blue Rock lims New Years Bash Its going to be hard to beat last years extravaganza but we are going to try! Two seatings for six-course (tinner. 6:00 and 8:30 p.m. First seating is $65/Person and second seating is $85/Person. There will be a two band lineup with Rude Rock up first followed by Street Legal which will take us into the New Year. Don't worry about that special meal on New Year's Day - we're open for dinner. The Blue Rock Inn is located at 12567 Lee Highway across from the high school. Phone (540) 987-3190. Jan. 2: Give blood On January 2, the Bloodmobile will be at the Washington Fire and Rescue Hall, from 3-7 p. m. Would be a good way for everyone to begin the new year, to lay back and relax and give the gift of life! For more information call Marie Riedel at 675-3638. Jan. 2: Rappahannock Free Clinic Rappahannock Free Clinic will be open on Wednesday, Jan. 16, from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. at the County Health Department on Main Street in Washington. For more information, call the Fauquier Free Clinic at540-347-0394 Jan. 7,8: Rehearsals for 2008 spring Season The Front Royal Oratorio Society, George T. Amos, Music Director, will begin rehearsals for its 2008 Spring season on Monday, Jan.7, at 7:30 p.m. Prospective new members, all voice parts, are very welcome (no audition required). Come and join singers from a six-county area. Rehearsals are Monday evenings at the Fulton Fine Arts Center, Randolph-Macon Academy, Front Royal. The annual concerts in April will feature works by American composers. For more information call (540) 622-6974 or (540) 6670867 or visit the website at www.frontroyaloratoriosodety.org. Jan. 8-Mar. 8: Free registration Renew a commitment to yourself for the new year”!! Join our Weight Watchers group at Rappahannock County High School on Tuesdays. Weigh in begins at 4 p.m. and meeting starts at 4:30 p.m. Free registration from January 8- March 8. First Meeting will begin on January 8. For more information please contact Kelly Settle at RCHS at 540.98/.8575 ext 22 or kjsettle@rappahannock. k12.va.us Jan. 8: Funding for van purchase The Rappahannock- Rapidan Community Services Board and Area Agency on Aging will > hold a Public Hearing to receive comments on its request for funding to purchase two 14-passen EARTH TALK0 Questions & Answers About Our Environment From the Editors at E/The Dear EarthMc Please help settle the debate about whether or not my cats should stay in or go out My neighborhood is relatively safe for cats, vis-a-vis car traffic, and I think it is more natural far them to be outside and not always inside. They do kill wildlife, including birds, but aren’t they Just taking the place of natural predators that once did the same ? Most environmental advocates believe that keeping cats indoors is better for both the health of the felines themselves and for their prey. Semitists estimate that the typical freeroaming housecat kills same 100 small animals each year. This means that the 90 million domestic housecats living in the U-Si alone are killing hundreds of millions if not billions of birds, small mammals, reptiles and amphibians every year. And while housecats an the prowl may serve to replace the natural predators long ago extirpated by humans, their popularity as pets puts tbefr population density fer ahaad of thane that came before them. “Cat predation is an added stress to wildlife populations already struggling to survive hahitat loss, pollution, pesticides and other human impacts,” says the American Bird Conservancy (ABC), which in 1997 launched its controversial Cats Indoors! campaign to educate animal lovers about the benefits of keeping Tabby inside. ABC also points out that free-roaming f»ta are exposed to injury dis The typical free-roaming house cat kills 100 small animals each year. This means that the 90 million domestic house cats living in the U.S. alone are killing hundreds of millions of birds, small mammals, reptiles and amphibians every year. ease, parasites and collisions with cars, and can get lost, stolen or poisoned. Cats can also transmit diseases and parasites such as rabies, cat-scratch fever and toxoplasmosis to other cats, wildlife or people. Tb help drive its point home, ABC produces a wide range of educational materials (including a brochure, ‘Keeping Cats Indoors Isn't Just For The Birds") and public service announcements in the service of their ongoing campaign. Nonetheless, many cat lovers believe that it is inhumane to confine felines indoors, since they have evolved as hunters and thrive on the natural stimulation only available outside. Tb help soften the blow and wean your cat off of the outdoors slowly; ABC suggests gradually curtailing your cat's out-ofdoors time over the course of a few months until it is eventually not let out at all In doing so, you will need to provide your cat with a lot of attention and play indoors. New scratching posts and toys are a good bet as they may entertain rata that ordinarily occupy themselves chasing birds and rodents. ABC suggests hiding various toys around the house SO rata ran sniff them and not miss so much the thnll of the hunt outdoors. One last bit of important advice: Many fear that confining their cats indoors will lead to more shredded upholstery. But de-clawing your cat should never be an option. According to Veterinarian Dr. Christianne Schelling, cats’ claws are a vital part of their anatomy De-clawing is not simply fingernail trimming but the removal of the last joint in a cat’s “toes.” It is a painful procedure and can lead to serious physical, emotional and behavioral complications. Alternatives to de-clawing include providing scratching posts in various locations around the home, and trimming your cats nails occasionally This involves trimming only the clear tip of the nail (never the pink or dark fleshy parts, which are skin) and should be done only upon first consulting with a veterinarian. Another option is a product called Soft Paws, lightweight vinyl caps that you apply over your cat’s own claws. They have rounded edges, so your cats scratching doesn’t damage your hnm<» and furnishings. GOT AN ENVIRONMENTAL QUESTION? Send it to. EarthTalk, do El The Environmental Magazine, P.O. Box 5098, Westport, CT06881; submit it at www.emagazine. com / earth talk / thisweek /, or e-mail: earth talkOemagazme. com. Read past columns at wwui.emagazine. com/earthtalkJ archives, php. A ger, two 10-passenger, and two 9-passenger wheelchair lift-equipped vehicles through the FTA Section 5310 Program on January 8,2008, at 1:00 p.m. at 15361 Bradford Road, Culpeper. Following the Public Hearing the Board will hold its regular monthly meeting. Individuals with disabilities who require special assistance to attend and participate in these meetings should contact Paula Benenson at 540-825-3100, ext. 3146 or 540-825-7391 (TTY).Jan. 9: Rappahannock Nonprofit Center Networking luncheon. The January RNPC "networking luncheon” will be held on January 9 (the 2nd Wednesday this month) at The Schoolhouse in Sperryville from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. This month’s luncheon features Cole Johnson and Dave Gillis reporting on the highly informative Board Source conference they attended in San Francisco. The focus of the conference was "Building a Better Board.” This should be a "must attend” session. Lunch will be provided. For questions or to let us know you are coming, please call 540-987-8011. Jan. 11: Open Mic Open Mic on Friday, Jan. 11 at 7 p.m. in the Hearthstone School Community Room, 11576 Lee Highway, Sperryville. Come out and share your talents! We welcome performers of all agesl This is the second in a series featuring music, poetry, and comedy. Food and drinks are available. If you would like to perform, please call the Hearthstone office at 540-987-9212, or come and sign up that night. Admission: $5 for adults, 18 and under, free! This is an alcohol and smoke free event Jan. 12: Culpeper Minute Men meeting The Culpeper Minute Men Chapter of the NSDAR will hold their January 12,2008, meeting at the Culpeper County Library. The meeting will* start at 10:30 a.m. The program will be presented by Signe Thornhill, who will speak of her Interior Design and Preservation experience in Washington, D.C. Any questions, please call: Maggie Francis at 540-987-8291. Jan. 12: The Fireside Mostly Saturday, January 12 from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Rector House in the village of Atoka (4 miles west of Middleburg off Route 50). The Rector House is the first building on the left after leaving Route 50 unto State Route 713 (stone with white and blue trim). This is a family program presented by the Gray Ghost Interpretive Group of the Mosby Heritage Area Association. First person interpretations of citizens of Mosby's Confederacy will tell the story of Colonel John Singleton Mosby and his Rangers as it affected their lives. For the winter months, the program has moved indoors by the wood stove. Admission is $5 for adults and $2 for students. For further information contact the Mosby Heritage Area Association at 540-687-6681 or www.mosbyheritagearea.org Jan 12: Fauquier Community Theater presents “Winnie the Pooh" Everyone’s favorite bear of Very Little Brain comes to life in FCTs production of Winnie the Pooh. Pooh, played by Tim Sampson, along with panicky Piglet (Nichole Naccash), miserable Eeyore (Liam Mulder), strong-willed Rabbit (Sara Jane Rodgers) and wise Owl (William Janowitz) find out that one of the Fiercer Animals, Kanga (Dori Weathers) and her little Roo (Hannah Abeel) are coming to the forest. Piglet gets roped into playing with Roo when Kanga gives her the dreaded bath (with soap!) and the Strengthening Medicine. Pooh rallies to save Piglet, but gets detracted by Rabbit’s offer of honey and gets stuck in Rabbit’s doorway. Directed by Evelyn Rice, the cast includes Allen McRae as The Voice (who played Applegate in Damn Yankees) Colin SheaBlymyer as Christopher Robin, as well as Bayiee Alerding as a Skunk, and Courtney Rice, Skyler Buss, Joshua Vest and Carson Buss as Rabbits. The theater will host Brunch with Pooh and Friends, Sunday, January 20 at the Inn at Vint Hid, 4200 Aiken Drive (across from the theater) at 1130 a.m. The ticket price of $27.00 for adults and $23.00 for children will include Brunch, a photo with a Friend of choice, a small gift, meal and play ticket. Reservations are required for brunch by January 11 and may be made by sending a check made payable to Fauquier Community Theater and sent to FCT, do Evelyn Rice, PO Box 3046, Warrenton, VA 20188. Winnie the Pooh will open Saturday, January 12. All performances are matinees at 2:00. Performances will run Saturdays and Sundays, January 12,13,19,20, and 26. Advanced seating reservations may be made by emailing Evelyn Rice at eveyluvstheatre@aol.com, Tickets can be paid for and picked up at the door; $8.00 for students and seniors, $10.00 for adults. Jan. 16: Rappahannock Free CHnic Rappahannock Free Clinic will be open on Wednesday, Jan, 16, from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. at the County Health Department on Main Street in Washington. For more information, call the Fauquier Free Clinic at540-347-0394. Jan. 20: Martin Luther King Day Observance Rappahannock County's observance of the birthday of the great civil rights leader. Community event. No admission charge. Held at The Theatre in Washington on Gay Street Starts at 4 p.m. Jan. 26: The Waggfn' Hearts Therapy reading program The Waggin' Hearts Therapy Dog group has a reading program that they offer free of charge to children of school age. ‘Books & Barks Reading Partners Program* will be offering free reading sessions beginning in January with a "Meet & Greet the Reading Dogs”. Books & Barks provides a great opportunity for children to practice their reading skills, work on reading assignments or just enjoy reading to a canine friend. The program utilizes registered therapy dog teams who ve trained and tested for health, safety and temperament Our Books & Barks teams offer children an irresistible opportunity to polish their reading skills in a fun, motivating way and helps children improve their self esteem and confidence. Please join us on Jan. 26 between 10 am.-1130 am. at Brown-Wing Studios, 11692 Lee Hwy. Sperryville to meet our Books & Barks teams & to find out more about our program. For info & directions, call: 540-987-9632. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. A Day of Observance The community is invited to the 17th Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Lather King, Jr. Celebration in Rappahannock on Sunday, January 20, 2008 at 4 pan, at the The Theatre, Gay Street, Washington, VA. The guest speaker will be Dr. Ed Jackson, the Executive Architect for the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial Project Foundation, Inc, on the Mall in Washington, D.C. Dr. Jackson has over 25 years of experience in architectural planning, design, and project management. He has held positions with ArchD Consulting, Baylor University, the Army Surgeon General, Coopers & Lybrand, and the American Institute of Horses From Page B1 McNear, saying compelling historic evidence shows that horses in the park are descended from Sitting Bull and his Lakota followers, and therefore should be preserved as living history Robert Utley Sitting Bull biographer and former chief historian for the park service, said historic evidence amassed by Castle McLaughlin, a Harvard anthropologist hired years ago to study the horses at the park, is convincing. “I think Castle McLaughlin has proved it beyond reasonable doubt that those horses...are descendants of horses of Sitting Bun,” Utley said in an interview with the Nokota Horse Conservancy McLaughlin has teamed up with Leo and Frank Kunta, private horse ranchers from Linton, NJD., to help save the Architects. He received a Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Illinois and a Doctor of Architecture from the University of Michigan. His work with the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial began as a volunteer in 1997 ■nit he was then asked to serve as Chair of the Design Committee responsible for the development and administration of the largest international design competition in honor of an American citizen, Dr. King. He is married with four children and two grandsons. Dr. Jackson is an inspiring gpeaker/preBenter who brings a new perspective to the life, times and legacy of Dr. horscsT legacy The Kunta brothers have been buying up all the horses rounded up at the Roosevelt peak that they can, to preserve the fragile genetics and historic bloodlines. Through the Knntz’s lobbying efforts, the Nokota horse was named North Dakota’s state horse in 1993. Like Hedrick, they became unwitting national advocates through their association with the breed. “We’ve become spokesmen for die horses,* Frank Kimtz said. “They can’t speak for themselves.’ Local spokeswomen Jeanie McNear learned about the Nokota breed and its very reel fight for survival an the North Dakota badlands through a breed display at a Maryland horse expo. “I first saw the Nokota hone at the Horse World Expo’ in Thnonium, Md., said McNear They were neat horses. I found out about their plight aid couldn’t turn assay* Martin Luther King, Jr. in this vital project in honor of an American icon. Rev. Lemuel Montgomery, pastor of the Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, Amissville will return with the Martin Luther King Community Choir consisting of more than 40 voices in a five county area. The ‘DreamKeeper’ awards for community service will be announced during the event and a free will offering will be lifted in support of the Juba E. Boddie Scholarship for Rappahannock County graduating seniors. Please join us. For more information, phone 540-3999815 or email: jeboddiescholarship@usa.com Together with Hedrick, McNear visited the Kuntz ranch near Bismarck earlier this year, walking among mares and foals, and visiting the form’s breeding stallions. "They are amazing horses,* McNear said. Through the untiring efforts of the Nokota conservancy, owners like Hedrick and advocates like McNear; the Nokota breed has gotten a firm foothold in the nation’s equina awareness. The Nokota was recently made into a Breyer model horse, and Blue Moon Rising, a blue roan gelding, is part of the Kentucky Horse Park’s horse breed lineup. Nokota horses are expected to be part of the Horae Work! Expo at the Maryland State Fairgrounds again in January. More details on the Nokota horse, and a detailed history of the lineage, from Sitting Buff’s war horses through private sales and public advocacy are anhnec wwwnokotahmenrg. t

Start a New Year’s custom Well, it’s the end of the year again. I can’t believe how fast this year has flown by. It seems like only yesterday it was summer. January first, the beginning of a New Year, a year of new beginnings, new hopes, and new adventures. Do you have any New Year’s Day customs? Other than watching football and parades! Let’s focus on things that are suppose to bring you prosperity in the new year. Here in the South, people eat black-eye peas on New Year Day. Black-eyed Peas, anyone? Here’s a recipe I’d like to share with you. This dish looks like a normal starch dish, but it’s delicious. In the South it is served as often as you wish, but always on New Year’s Day; in which case it is said to bring you good luck. It can be made with blackeyed peas, red lentils, or dried field peas, but the remaining ingredients are always constant. 1 cup dried black-eyed peas 4 cups water 1 medium onion, sliced 1/2 pound bacon, thick sliced, cut into 1/2 inch pieces 1 cup raw long grain rice Emma Woodward Sperryville resident Emma Woodward, 89, of Sperryville, died Saturday, December 22, at Autumn Care of Madison nursing home. She was born August 18, 1918 in Rappahannock County to the late James Clatterbuck and Mae Jenkins Clatterbuck. She Washington | Jan Clatterbuck I 675-3338 |jclatterbuck@ timespapers.com 1 teaspoon salt Black pepper, freshly ground, to taste Put the peas and water in a 2-quart saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook the peas, covered, until just barely tender, about 1 hour and 45 minutes. You will have to add additional water during the cooking process. Watch that the peas do not dry out. Drain the peas, reserving the water, and return them to the kettle. Saute the onion along with the bacon until the onion is clear. Add to the pot along with the rice and 2 1/2 cups of the reserved liquid. 'Add the seasonings. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, covered. Allow the dish to rest off the heat for 10 minutes before you lift the lid. Enjoy! Good luck! With each new day of each month, we have a new page to start for our new tasks on our list for the coming year. Obituary was a life-long resident of Rappahannock County. Mrs. Woodward is survived by a daughter, Pat Wood, and her husband, Raymond, of Sperryville. Additional survivors include a sister, Beulah Ward, two grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren, In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death Keep in mind everyone, as we head into 2008 we may not be able to solve all the problems in the world but we sure can make a difference in each life that we touch. All the best for everyone in the New Year! Early Christmas present An early Christmas present came for Amber Dodson of Sperryville. She was the lucky winner of the drawing at the post office for the big plush dog named Nina on Thursday, Dec. 20. Birthday wishes go out to Joshua Alther of Washington. He will celebrate his day on Sunday, Dec. 30. Before that and after, two of our own staffers have December birthdays. Staff writer Kevin Allen celebrates his birthday on Saturday, Dec. 29. Bringing in the New Year, editor Anita Sherman turns another year older on Dec. 31. Shifting sheriffs Sheriff Larry Sherertz will retire after serving two terms and Sheriff Connie Compton Smith will assume her new office on January 1, 2008. Thank you Larry and welcome Connie! by her husband, Hubert Wilson Woodward, a brother, Floyd Clatterbuck, and two sisters, Lois Clatterbuck and Annie Payne. A graveside service will be held Thursday, December 27, at 2 p.m. at Sperryville Cemetery, with Pastor Albert Payne officiating. An online register book is available at www.foundandsons.com. A SAFE place New facility means more opportunities to help abused families By Hilary Lewis Rappahannock News Staff Writer The halls of 501 East Piedmont Street echoed with laughter and excitement on Wednesday, Dec. 12. The new home to Services to Abused Families, Inc. or SAFE was filled with smiling faces during the holiday open house. Finally coming to fruition after years of planning, volunteers and SAFE employees were overjoyed to show off the result of their hard work. The construction of the new facility was completed this summer and staff moved in six weeks ago. “It’s beyond words,” said Elizabeth Bevins, SAFE’s Community Resource Liaison. “We went from being a place where we had this idea of a new building and then we worked out the details, where it was going to be and what we needed, it’s just amazing that it’s finally here.” Established in 1980, SAFE is an agency of the United Way which serves victims of domestic violence and sexual abuse in the five-county region of Culpeper, Fauquier, Madison, Orange, and Rappahannock. By offering a variety of free services and programs to those affected by domestic violence, SAFE fills a void in the community. “It’s going to open up a lot of opportunities for us,” said Executive Director Melissa DeDomenico-Payne. “We’ve experienced a lot of expansion in the past few years and needed a better layout for all of the projects that we have going on now.” nel^/pdl I Cl III ivjurv i'*cwo Oian I Muiumannc > ia»omamp Liliana Sahami gives Rhea Shekmer a tour of the SAFE House’s new playroom for children. SAFE’S former office was located on East Street in a residential building, but was outgrown due to the expanding needs of the region as well as the increasing cost of rent. “As other resources were strapped with what they could provide, we had people at our door who had a lot of issues beyond what we could serve,” said DeDomenico-Payne. “We 'felt we were expected to do more.” The project to build a new outreach facility was brought up more than four years ago, after the death of a prominent community member, who donated a generous amount of money to the organization. “That was the incentive we had to go ahead and purchase a building,” said DeDomenicoPayne. “We had rented for several years, but we knew that ownership would be better in ;erms of stability.” The final cost of the new Facility, not including the property, was almost $275,000. IYigon Development constructed the building and contributed greatly to costs. And due to such donations, the new outreach facility is currently $50,000 away from being mortgage-free. SAFE receives funding from both the federal and state government. Two-thirds of SAFE’S total funding comes from grants. Likewise, individuals and local businesses play a large role in the organization. “It’s important to have the money, but it’s really great to have that support. When you’re going up for grants, they want to know who else is supporting you and that really helps our cause,” said Bevins. Both DeDomenico-Payne and Bevins contribute the move into the new facility to the multitude of donors who gave generously to their cause. “They are why we’re here. It could be anything from the largest donation we’d ever had, to the people who bring in $5, all of it counts and is important,” said Bevins. “Everything is needed, whether it be furniture, clothing, or food, we are very grateful.” To address the needs of the community, SAFE’S new'facility features amenities that employees say were vital to the facilities’ success. The new building is equipped with a handicap accessible apartment to house battered victims who cannot be accommodated at SAFE’s shelter, such as the elderly, abused males, or the wheelchair bound. See SAFE, Page B6 r i Impinng Tfumgfit& by Randy Minter CONTEMPLATIVE GARDENS The evolution of the modern cemetery draws much of its inspiration from the "Gardens of the Dead” that were planned in the outlying suburbs of London during the mid-nineteenth century. These eternal resting places featured walled-off fields, catacombs and chapels, and planted trees. As exclusive resting places, they not only provided areas of interment for the dead, they were also places of instruction tor the living. They provoked a mood of quiet contemplation and respect. Within their walls Victorians could wander and ponder the hereafter These fashionable cemeteries soon blossomed around every ma|or British city and were considered one of the great successes of their age. Many served as templates for final resting places in this country. Whether you choose a traditional bunal. cremation or entombment at SMOKER EUNERAL HOME, we are here to respectfully honor your wishes No detail is too large or too small for us to handle. We can be reached 24 hours a day at (54# >347-3431 Our facility is conveniently located at 233 Broadview Ave.. Warrenton, and offers ample parking We are here to sen e sour family. "Death is the veil which those who live call life: Dies sleep, and it« lifted." Pen s Bysshe Shelley

Memories, recipes fuel passion for growing fruit trees By Don Del Rosso Rappahannock News Staff Writer Ralph Crafts can’t help himself. Almost compulsively, he grows fig trees, as many as skill and the nature gods allow. He spends more time than a man probably ought to thinking about and practicing new ways to produce the dark and tiny, pear-shaped fruit. But for Crafts, it’s really not about newfangled growing techniques or the trees or the figs. Indeed, the former Marine Corps jet pilot has never tasted a fig. Never. And in the nearly 20 years that he’s cultivated the trees, Crafts has never been tempted to pluck a fig and pop it in his mouth. Not once. The bigger and more important truth is that Ralph Crafts grows fig trees because he loves his ailing wife Roseann and wants to honor her “Grandpa,” Anthony Moretta of Queens, N.Y., who died in 1995. Moretta, who produced figs without equal, meant the world to her, recalled Roseann, who for years has endured severe pain caused by an intestinal disease that almost killed her in 2004. Nearly 20 years ago, Crafts began growing fig trees, using branches from grandpa’s tree. “It’s about perpetuating something that meant so much to my wife and her grandpa,” said Crafts, who admits his emotions sometimes get the best of him on the topic. “It’s not about fig trees. It’s about Grandpa’s figs!” And it’s about Grandpa himself. As a child in Queens, N.Y., Roseann, 54, grew up eating the figs grown by her maternal grandfather, and developed a life-long love for the honey-flavored fruit, whose harvest season runs from late August to late October. “I associate figs with my grandpa,” says Rosanne, a superb cook (according to Ralph), who uses them to sweeten recipes, in bread, for sauce over pork loin and other ways too numerous to list. “I think that has a lot to do with it.” They also represent a tangible reminder of her longago childhood in Corona, where it seemed as if all her Italian neighbors had a fig tree, Roseann says. “It was part of my everyday life,” Roseann recalls at the couple’s dining room table. “Everybody had their [fig] tree. The yards were so close together, they’d overhang from one fence, and you randomly picked. And nobody said anything, because they’re hanging over your VanSant resigns to return to relief work The Great Meadow Foundation Board of Trustees has accepted the resignation of Leslie VanSant as its president and chief operating officer, effective Jan. 4,2008. The trustees also accepted her offer to continue in a volunteer capacity during the transition of her work with the Great Meadow staff until a qualified replacement is found over the next several months. VanSant is returning to a career in international humanitarian relief- She will join a nearby firm, Global Emergency Group, based in Bluemont, Va., which provides consulting services, including training and response and readiness, to humanitarian organizations and others in this work, including the International Red Cross where she worked in Washington before coming to Great Meadow in 2002. Meeting with her during the board’s annual meeting last Friday, the trustees expressed “warm gratitude for her immense contribution over the past six years to the successful growth of Great Meadow, now into the 25th year of its mission in open space conservation and community service with youth activities and national level sporting events, such as the Virginia Gold Cup, International Gold Cup and. mare recently, polo. The trustees have named a search committee, which is made up of founder and board chairman Arthur (Nick) Arundel, Andrew Stifler of Middleburg, Dr. David Snyder of Warrenton, Jay Adams of The Plains, and Rob Banner, publisher of the Chronicle of the Horse, to find a qualified successor. % APPAHANNOCI AL ESTATE ESOOBCES Washington, VA 540^75-1190 SSmtcA* Sfriik, Sfpmmn. St&eaSqfc, tyff* wiWwfM m"lliilWf» Times-Democrat Staff Photo/Mark Mulligan GO FIGURE: Ralph Crafts has grown fig trees and harvested the fruit for many years. He leaves the eating to others. fence.” Crafts makes fig tree propagation sound and look easy in a recent demonstration at his home. A burly six-footer with white hair and crystalline blue eyes and a pair of sheers in his right hand, he circles a 10-foot tall, leafless fig tree like a wrestler ready to pounce on his opponent for a take down. Bundled against the late November cold in a gray wool cap, black-and-red plaid coat and black chinos, he studies “grandpa’s” fig tree, searching for branches to clip and propagate. Crafts knows his prey. He looks for ones as thick as a pencil and with pert, green tips that interfere with the” tree’s shapely growth. In minutes, he cuts eight branches, each about a dozen inches long. He deftly bundles the specimens with a strand of white surveyor’s tape, securing them with a half-hitch knot. He places the cluster, branch tips down, into a hole he’d dug a few feet away from the smaller of two substantial fig trees in the backyard of his 10-acre spread off Cliff Mills Road near Orlean. He trowels soil over the branches, careful not to cover a 12-inch length of the surveyor’s tape, which serves as a marker and which he labels “small fig” with a black, fine point Sharpie. He finishes the job with a thick coat of mulch over the hole. “Now they’re nice and insulated from the winter cold,” says Crafts, squinting into the mid-morning sun. “You don’t have to do anything else until April 1.” He repeats the process in an adjacent hole, using branches bound in deep blue surveyor’s tape with “big tree” written across it. Next April, Crafts will remove the two clusters and plant the branches, tips up, in the ground or in pots in a mixture of Perlite (25 per.. cent), Vermiculite (25 percent)'and peat moss (50 percent) and water as needed. The tape designations (“small fig” and “big fig”) refer to. clippings from “grandpa’s* fig trees, a pair that he planted in 1996 when he and Roseann moved to Fauquier. He began cultivating fig trees about 19 years ago when the couple lived near Harper’s Ferry. Crafts now employs four methods. “I’ve seen some level of success” with all of them, he said. Each method typically produces at least one tree per year. (To learn about throe other techniques Crafts uses go to www.fauquier.com). He has 13 fig trees — 10 in the ground and three in pots. During the winter, he covers the trees in the ground with a tarp to protect them against wind, and brings the potted trees inside. Though Mediterranean, the trees remain cold hardy at 15 to 20 degrees Fahrenheit. Nostalgia aside, for fig enthusiasts nothing quite compares with the experience of eating the lush and sweet orbs right off the tree. In August, September and October, the Crafts picked up to five pounds of figs per day, an impossible quantity for Roseann to consume. So what becomes of the bounty of figs? Those Roseann doesn’t use get shared with friends. And what of his everexpanding tree inventory? Even the most ardent fig fans have a threshold for the number of trees they can reasonably tend (Or do they?). Crafts, the head of a residential design firm, “barters” them for unusual plantings, a bottle or two of good wine and sometimes for therapeutic treatment, such as massages, to ease Roseann’s pain. Roseann daily receives ■ ' -j. huge doses of pain-killing medication that her husband administers through an IV. He cannot precisely explain his disinterest in tasting figs; it could be something about fruit in general. “I don’t eat melon,” Crafts said, even though he grows cantaloupe as well as an array of vegetables, herbs and flowers from seed. “I do like apples. I’ll eat a peach sometime. Fruit never had an appeal to me.” Crafts said he gets pleas Fig facts • Fig trees do well in the region. • Like most Mediterranean plantings, they thrive under dry, hot summer conditions and cool, wet winters. • They require little watering and minimal fertilization. • Harvest season usually runs from late August to late October. • Mature fig trees are cold hardy at 15 to 20 degrees Fahrenheit. Harsh, winter wind typically represents a 'greater threat to them than cold temperatures. • Opinions vary about whether they should be covered or wrapped with a tarp during the winter to protect them from wind. ure from just “watching people’s expressions” when they taste his figs. “It’s just great.” Roseann rolls her eyes. “1 keep telling him they taste like honey,” she says, needling him with a smile. “He knows he’s weird. That’s the good part, I guess.” He laughs, willing to concede the point. “I’m weird.” But he does not discount the possibility he will try a fig someday. ' “We have a pact,” says Roseann, frail but resolute “If I get better, if I lose my pain, he will eat a fig.” “That way I put the pressure on her,” he adds. E-mail the reporter: ddel rosso@timespapers

The Rappahannock News and the Rappahannock Animal Welfare League (RAWL) present Your Next Best Friend: Brian Photo by Lilt DuvaV Come out to the shelter in Amissville, look over all of us, and see if you can find one creature in this place who has more energy, more muscle, pound-for-pound than me, Brian. I am two years old and could pull a freight car with the rope in my teeth. I am power itself. I can go all day long, am great with other dogs and simply love everybody. They found me wandering around Washington and I am hoping that you will find me soon. You know where to look. This past week 4 dogs were joined with new owners. The Rappahannock Animal Welfare League is located in Amissville at 164 Weaver Road. They can be reached 7 days a week between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. at (540) 937-3283. Check our their website at www.rawldogs.org Drive safely this holiday season Virginia nears a 17-year high in number of traffic deaths RICHMOND - Governor Timothy M. Kaine is urging all drivers and passengers to help slow the number of lives being lost on Virginia’s highways this year. As of Dec. 6, the Commonwealth experienced more fatalities in 2007 than in all of 2006. At the current rate of traffic deaths, Virginia’s 2007 highway death toll could, break 1,000 traffic fatalities for the first time since 1990. “For the first time in 17 years, Virginia may lose 1,000 fives to traffic crashes,” said Governor Kaine. “With thousands expected to take to the roads for the holidays, drivers and passengers need to take responsibility and help ensure that everyone arrives at their destinations safely this holiday season.” The facts are sobering: • Vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for Virginians under the age of 30. • Virginia averages 19 traffic fatalities a week, or three per day. • Virginia has also experienced a sharp rise this year'in motorcycle fatalities, with 20 SAFE From Page B4 Victims are allowed to stay in the apartment for up to 90 days. Last year, SAFE housed 83 adults and 61 children in need. "That is very critical, not just for somebody who is in a wheel ( From the | Governor’s Office Governor Tim Kaine motorcycle riders killed in the month of October alone. • Each year in Virginia, about 38 percent of vehiclecrash deaths are alcohol-related. In October, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT), Virginia State Police and Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) joined forces in an unprecedented partnership to save lives. Through engineering, enforcement and education, the three state agencies are taking action to make the highways safer. Because changing driver behavior is the single most effective tool for reducing highway deaths, the agencies are encouraging all drivers and passengers to take part in the Highway Safety Challenge. To chair, but for our elderly clients as well,” Bevins said. The basement of the building holds a children’s play area, where kids who were abused or witnessed abuse can access the services of SAFE. Last year, SAFE provided 300 hows of child group support. ‘Tb me, it might as well be heighten awareness and enhance motorists’ safety, the three agencies have launched a campaign asking motorists, “Are you Virginia’s next traffic fatality?” The campaign offers five simple safety actions that are proven to save fives: • Buckle up • Avoid distractions • Share the road • Drive drug- and alcoholfree . • Obey speed limits These safety messages are displayed in Virginia safety rest areas and welcome centers, DMV and State Police offices, and will be featured during the upcoming peak holiday travel periods on VDOTs electronic message signs, Highway Advisory Radio network, and the 511 Virginia phone and Web service. To reduce traffic crashes and violations, Virginia State Police will be out in full force Dec. 21-23 as part of the annual Operation LifeSaver enforcement initiative. In addition, State Police conduct more than 55 sobriety checkpoints and roving patrols to Disney” said Bevins. “It has such a quiet, homey atmosphere for kids and I'm just so thrilled to have that.” SAFE’S mission is continue to provide services such as housing, counseling, and legal support to victims of domestic and sexual abuse. And although its moved into a larger space, the deter and detect impaired drivers statewide between now and New Year’s. Non-profit and private traffic safety advocates like the Washington Regional Alcohol Program, Mothers Against Drunk Driving and AAA-Mid Atlantic have joined the highway Safety Challenge and are helping to spread the word about this important effort. “Through the Highway Safety Challenge, Virginia’s public and private sectors are demonstrating their sincere commitment to the safety of all motorists in the Commonwealth,” said Governor Kaine. “These agencies are doing all they can to make Virginia’s highways safer, but they cannot do it alone. Every driver and passenger should follow the simple campaign messages every day to ensure they do not become another statistic.” To find out more about the Highway Safety Challenge, and to learn more about how you can keep from becoming Virginia’s next traffic fatality, visit www.safeVAhighways.org. organization hopes that the community’s needs will diminish with time. “I hope someday that we don’t even have to be here,” said Bevins. 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Times Community Newspapers wi not accept KabM 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. MARKHAM, Ibr, new. w/ mtn views, W/0, D/W, utils ind. No pets. $ 1 0 0 0 / m o 540-364-6261 Private 1800 sq ft, 2BR, Orfean Ig mtn top apt, views, new carpet & paint $1-250/mo ineludes utils. 540-229-9328 Rural Culpeper, 1BR cottage. Best for 1 person, cats ok. 2 mos sec dep, $600/mo. (540)547-3281 2 br, Washington, VA. No cats/dogs. Can be seen after Dec. 20. For more information call 540-937-4944. 3MR, Z5BA, Spacious home + Large office addition, 6 acres. Northern Culpeper Co.. $1550 per month 703-402-5090 Mrryviiw/ciwM co.. Beaut., quiet country setting w/ magnificent views. Single family Ranch buift 2002 3BRs. 2BAs. Bsmnt, hardwood floors, CAC, 2 Gas Log FPs all appl's, $18Q0/mo. Credit Check, Sec Dep 540-955-1384. CLARKE COUNTY, Berryville. Beautiful, quiet country setting with magnificent views. Off Rt. 340. Single family brick home 3BRs, 2BAs, all appl's, gas & elec heat combination, hrdwd floors. $1500/mo. Pasture & bam avail, for an additional $500/mo Sec. dep.. Credit application. 540-955-1384 CULPEPER, 3br, 2ba, 2 car garg, sun porch, fenced back yard, no pets, $1200/mo. 540-718-7811 FLETCHER RENTAL PROPERTIES 292 Broadview Ave 540-347-7055 ★3BR. brick rambler, subdivision near Warrenton, $950/mo Owner/ Agent AU homes owned A Linden-2BR, 1.5BA, mtn views w/deck, dose to 66. Safe area, gas FP, bsbrd heat. 1ac. pets/furn neg. $900mo 703-201-8398 Lovettsville: Farmhouse w/water view! 3BR, 1BA, 3 porches. Lg LR, laundry rm & hdwd firs. Peaceful & private. W/D incl. $1400/mo. No pets, no smkg. Refs + deposit required. 703-727-5485(D) or 540-822-9345IE). Fauquier Times-Democrat AOS WORK Call 347-4222 Rappahannock County: Almost new contemporary w/ mountain views and 3 decks. 2 Master BRs, 2 BA, full w/o' bsmt. Wood floors, cathedral ceiling, large loft. Easy access to Route 66. $1200/mo. Owner/ agent. See photos at www.sherrysnyder.com or call ,540-675-4901. Pets and short-term furnished considered. Catlett, Share SFH. rent includes ibr, share bath, full house pnv. W/D, Female preferred. $400/mo + 1/2 utilities, call: 540-729-6603. Room Ibr rent. $300/mo + utilities. Whole house amenities in Hume. V A . Victor 540-364-6024 Leesburg: 4 BR, 3 BA. Attractive townhouse, conveniently located. Sunny, with a view. Enclosed back yard. Available January 1st 2008. No smoking. Pets considered. $1650 per month. Call 703-779-2184 Office/shop spaces aval soon. Flint Hilt, Va. (540)675-3508 (540)631-4170 S acres, Beautiful 3BR, 2.5BA Home + 720 sq ft addition in country. 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PRICE; $1655.00 FOR DETAILS CALL: 540-439-4396 Fauquier . Times-Democrat: Where the Readers Are! Call Today 540-347-4222 Firewood The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) is responsible for the regulation of fuel wood sales. According to their standards, all bulk dekveties of firewood for home heating must be measured in cords, or tractions or multiples of a cord. Section 15.Z of VDACS Regulation 115-04-04 specifies that wood for use as fuel in bulk form shall be advertised. offered for sale and sold only by measure, using the term cord' and fractional parts of a cord, or the cubic meter. Virginia law prohibits the use of terms such as face cord. rack, or pile when advertsing, offering for sale, or selling wood for use as fuel. It the buyer visually inspects a truckload of wood and agrees to a selling pnce for that load, the term truckload may be used. A standard pick-up truck usually holds about twothirds of a cord.The Regulation defines a cord as the amount of wood contained in a space of 128 cubic feet with the pieces ranked in rows touching and parallel to each other, stacked compactly. A standard cord measures 8 feet long by 4 feet high and 4 feet wide.. The Regulation also requires presentation of a delivery ticket or sales invoice stating quantity and pnce upon delivery by the seller to the purchaser. Failure to comply with this Regulation is a Class A misdemeanor The law also requires that the seller present a delivery ticket or sales invoice upon delivery of any nonpackaged fireplace or stove wood. In addition to the seller s name and address. the. ticket must contain the purchaser's name and address, the date of delivery, the quantity delivered, the quantity upon which the pnce is based (if it differs from the delivery quantity). and the total price of the amount delivered. To file a complaint, contact our Office of Product and Industry Standards. Weights & Measures, Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services toll-free at 1-800-552-9963. Wood for sale. Lots of hardwood. $75 per pickup load (over 1/2 cord). Please call (540)987-8215 Winter horse blanket. Jacks brand - size 76 - kelly green with beige fleece lining - $65.00. Winter square saddle pad. whita $25.00. Miller-brand white summer quilted saddle pad $25.00, english bridle with braided reins and snaffle bit - $45.00. gel pad for under saddle back protection $25.00.Call 540-272-4585. FAUQUIER SPCA LOST A FOUND PETS ADOPTIONS TOO! 540-788-9000 Visit our homepage at www. fauquierspca. com e-mail fspca@netzero.com for a complete up to date listing tnreiriWYYYYifVYWYirararafinnrai FRUIT FOR SALE UONS OF FAUQUIER Navel Oranges, $15 Tangelos, $15 Red Grapefruit, $15 Sunburst Tangerines, $20 Mixed Citrus, $18 Citrus Trio, $18 Also Choc Nuts, Pecans, Choc Covered Pecans, Cashews, Almonds. Honey Krunch Peanuts, Nixed Nuts. Southern Fned & Butter Toffee Peanuts. & more. Call 540-347-0017 X'X'X X X-X X X X X X X X X X XX X X-X'X'X'X Gat your garden ready for winter! Free composted horse manure. You load. 540-341-7704 fllpar— hrnil tandM, yearlings, Crias and free breedbacks. (571)261-1823 Bernina Active 220, Brand New.. Used 5 times, includes accessory pack, feet, bobbin s, needles, Lightweight & good for quilting. Computerized. Start up CD included. $1000. 540-439-6944 Ive mess, no calls after 9pm HOT TUB 07: Never used, seats 5, fully loaded, 40 jets, 2 pumps, waterfall. Sell $2900. 540-408-4073. POOL TABLE-8 ft. solid wood, cherry, still in box. r brazHIian slate, Value $4000. Sell $1500 703-595-1815. I”-J Christmas Special: Reg. Border Collies: blk/wht, red/wht, females 3.5mo6, $150. Catlett (540)788-9977 npHon puppias. AKC registered. Family raised, m & f. Ready for New Year's. 703-421-8385. T/C Black Diamond XRmuzzle loader.50 cal. In Box $180. 540-547-2092 after 6p.m. Barn Cats: All vet checked, will deliver. Tame kittens and cats, pups and dogs, need temporary/ permanent homes. Call 202-244-2866 or Tollfree 1-877-225-7935. FOR FREE Excavating Service & Free Fill Dirt. Call 571-233-4980. CAREGIVING FOR YOUR LOVED ONE. Caregiving services, I do caregiving in your home. References & over 20 years exp. 540-253-7733, leave message . ADOPTION: Loving couple wishing to adopt an infant. Willing to pay legal & medical expenses. Call Ann 703-795-5912 or toll free 866-376-6953. . /f took 6 YEARS to graduate. Find a job in about 6MNUTES. Times Classified 347-4222 Office Space DOWNTOWN WARRENTON 2nd Street Suite in The Fauquier Times-Oemocrat building. Two long stairways, two parking spaces, three offices, 1,600 sq ft, wired for the internet, free utilities, $1,280 per month. Call Fred Austin @ (540) 347-1901 Email: lnfo@armiva.com TOWN COUNCIL TOWN OF WASHINGTON, VIRGIMA Pursuant to Section 6-1-1 of the Town at Washington Zoning Ordinance aid Section 15.2-2204 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, notice is hereby given that the Town Council of Washington. Virginia will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, January 9, 2008, at 7:30pm at the Town Mail on Gay and Calvert Streets in Washington, Virginia to consider the following application: TW SU 07-12-01 Inn at LW LLC, by Eddie Fletcher, Agent, owner of the property located at 411 Main Street in Washington, VA (Tax Map 20A-1, Parcel 18, zoned Village Mixed-Use), desires a Special Use permit to utilize the second floor arse (approx. 2,300 square feet) of the tavern building for office space to be occupied by Inn staff. Use allowed pursuant to Code Section 1-4-3&, with additional standards pursuant to Coda Section 6-1-21. A copy of the foregoing application is on file at the Zoning Office and available for putHic inspection, Monday through Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm at 290 Gay Street Washington, Virginia 22747. The above-named applicant, adjacent property owners, and any other parties wishing to be head should be present at said meeting or should address their written comments to the Zoning Administrator, P.O. Box 519, Washington, Virginia 22747, in advance thereof. By: John W. McCarthy Zoning Administrator TRUSTEE S SALE OF 115 RAPPAHANOCK DRIVE Amissville Virginia Pursuant to the terms of a deed of trust dated December 23, 2005, in the original principal amount of $232,000.00 recorded in the Clerk's Office, Circuit Court for Rappahannock County, Virginia, as Instrument No. 060000134, the property briefly described below will be offered for sale at public auction: Lot 15. Section 3. Rappahannock Park, as the same is duly dedicated, platted and recorded in Deed Book 67 at page 228 and Deed Book 67, at page 227 among the land records for Rappahannock County, Virginia, as more particularly described in the referenced Deed of Trust (the Property) The sale will take place on January 16, 2008 at 10:00 am. at the main entrance to the building housing the Circuit Court for Rappahannock County. Virginia Terms: A deposit in the form of certified funds in the amount of $20,000.00 or 10% of the successful bid. whichever is lower, is ■equired of any bidder at the time of sale. Closing within fifteen : 15) days of sale. Time is of the essence. The property will be sold subject to all deeds of trust, easements, covenants, conditions and iens of record. Additional terms will be announced at sale. Purchaser to pay ail closing costs. Sale subject to Seller confirmation. Stephen B. Wood and Johrjie R. Muncy and F & M Services. LC.. 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(Times Community Newspapers Times Community Newspapers an award winning community newspaper with offices in Fairfax, Loudoun, Fauquier, Clarke and Rappahannock counties, has immediate openings for the following positions: Display Advertising Consultant FT - Leesburg, VA, Reston, va and Warrantor, VA County/News Editor : f| - Reston, VA Interested applicants should send a resume * and salary requirements to; J I Human Resources, 13873 Park Center BnA Suite 301, Herndon, Virginia 20171 ^ Email to: HumanResource^timespapcrsxoe Fax to: 703.435.9754 No phone calls please. All resumes will be entered into our resume dataha Times Community Newspapers is an Equal JEimes Community Ncwspipirs Your AO Could BE HERE CaM 347-4222

ii Deliver newspapers 1 day per week Routes available in: Reston Wed Evening / Thurs. Morning Delivery Centreville Thur Evening / Fri. Morning Delivery RN/LPN Needed for Homecare Cases ASAPH Winchester/Front Royal Area, Nights/Weekends. Call for details. 1-800-598-8778 Invite Half a mttttouft people to your next garage sale. Place your Ad Today! Times Classified Call 540-347-4222 WARRENTON OVERLOOK HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER A 115 bed Skilled Long Term Care Facility has the following employment opportunities available: ♦ CHARGE NURSE RN / LPN ♦ CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT We offer flexible scheduling, competitive wages, bonuses, differentials, holiday pay, PTO, health, vision, dental and life insurance, medical treatment cfscounts, STD, LTD, tuition reimbursement educational opportunities, retirement plan, credit union membership, caring supportive staff and much more. For more information please contact HR at: 360 Hospital Dr; Warrenton, VA 20186 Phone (540)316-5479 / Fax (540)316-5392 tylorc@fau^uierhospitaLorg a/i ctyni pnystcum unnopmcutc practice has an Immediate opening for a Physical Therapist Physical Therapist Assistant fir Rehabilitation Specialist in our busy Physical Therapy department. Ideal candidates must have experience in Orthopaedics and are self motivated. We offer a competitive salary, HIRING BONUS, excellent benefits, continuing education, and an exciting work environment To Apply . Attn: J. Smith Fax: (540) 347-0492 Mail: 52 W. Shirley Ave., Warrenton, VA 20186 E-Mail: ismith<g)t>roava.com LINE COOK-EXPERIENCED saute, fry and grill cook for fast paced kitchen in Upperville. Mature, responsible, reliable individual receives excellent benefits and competitive wage. Resume or inquiries to: 866-606-3449 or dpstephens@ayrshiretann.com RECEPTIONIST Busy 3 doctor OB/GYN practice. Mmested aiso! leant* should iil tax their rtsume to: Attn. HR 540-349 440V Commercial HVAC Tech Needed Warrenton based commercial company servicing Northern Virginia area is looking tor a technician with 3-5 years experience, and good driving record. Benefits include top pay, health insurance, paid vacation, holidays, retirement plan, annual bonus, and company vehicle use. Email resume to bpeanre@hughe&jiet or fax to (703)724-1457 or call (703)724-1519 . Now Hiring: WTVL^'KJtTn •Front Desk All shifts Oath 540-341-3461 Adult Protective Services Case Aide fimiiy Saviors Provide services to elderly & disabled adults. Duties include assessment and monitoring clients receiving Companion Services, managing referrals to the contract agency. Work with social workers to meet client needs. Interact with treatment providers and other professionals. Assist clients with personal budgets, bill payments and transportation. Proficient in the use of computer and basic software programs. May require out of County travel on occasion. Must be able to make home visits, drive a car and assist clients with lifting. Associates Degree with course work in social work or related field and 2 years experience. Ability to speak Spanish preferred. Must meet the County's DMV requirements and possess a valid driver's license. (Hiring Range: $31,390 - $42,376) M6-P2S3-180 Closes: 01/04/08. Visit our on-line employment center at www. loudoun.gov tor more information and to apply. EdE RAPIDAN COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD EEO/AA. PHYSICAL THERAPIST #285 RRCSB-AAA seeking part-tune, 18.75/his./wk. Physical Therapist to provide services to infants and toddlers, aged birth to 3 yrs. old. as part of a trans-disciplinary team. Position will provide services at client’s home in Culpeper; Rappahannock, Fauquier, Madison, and/or Orange counties ui VA Completion of accredited physical therapy education program (BA or MS) and licensed to practice as a Physical Therapist by Dept of Health Professionals of VA req. Professional exp. With developmental^ disables/delay infants and families preferred. Open until filled; $20.49-$27.15/hr. SPEECH PATHOLOGIST #284 RRCSB-AAA seeking part-tune. 18.75/hrsVwk. Physical Therapist to provide services to infants and toddlers, aged birth to 3 yrs. old. as part of a trans-disciphnary. team. Position will provide services at client's home in Culpeper. Rappahannock, Fauquier, Madison, and/or Orange counties m VA MS degree from accredited speech therapy program and licensed to practice as a Speech Pathologist in the state of VA req. Open until filled; $20.49-$27.15/hr. CASE MANAGER/MH #48 & MR #84 Exempt position under supervision of Senior Ckc Mgr Provide case management services for MR and MH consumers and families in C ulpeper. Fauquier, Madison. Orange and Rappahannock Counties. Provide intensive support to small caselowi of individuals placed in both 24 hr. and supported residential programs. Provide assessment, advocacy, case management consultation and training for consumers and families in outpatient, inpatient, emergency, and day program settings. Knowledge of service delivery systems and types of mental health programs and services. Demonstrated ability to deal sensitively with consumers and families and communicated effectively. Conducts assessments, provide case management and counsel consumers on options. BS degree in human svc. and two yrs. relevant exp. Req. Open until filled; $34.515 00/annually RAPPAHANOCK RESOU RCE SPECIALIST .Aging Together is a partner ship of organizations and individuals dedicated to improving the lives of older adults in Culpeper. Fauquier. Madison. Orange, and Rappahannock counties. Seeking qualified individual to work 10 hr./wk. supporting activities in Rappahannock County Collect and disseminate into. About services available to older adults ami families and assist Rappahannock .Aging Together Team in addressing local priorities for expanding and enhancing services and resources, including building a strong volunteer network. Combination of education and exp., equivalent to Associate’s Degree in relevant field, exp. in volunteer reauitment/cooidination or community org req. Open until filled; $14.14/hr. SUBSTANCE ARI SE TECHNICIAN #121 Hourly and on-call position at residential substance abuse treatment facility to monitor the activities of consumers and ensure their safety and welfare. Implement and monitor education and recreational activities of consumers, and maintain rlmir.il records. HS diploma with exp. in human services field. Demonstrated ability to work with substance abuse population Exp. in residential substance abuse setting and/or DETOX setting preferable. Ability to meet the public, momtor/supervise groups of people and work independently. Effective communication skills req. Open until filled; $11.98/hr. RESIDENTIAL AIDE #184 Full-time non-exempt position under supervision of .Apartment Living “Senior" Residential Counselor. Provide personal and environmental care tasks; housekeeping, health care, transportation, home management, nutrition, shopping, plans and provides variety of leisure and recreational activities. Maintains clean, comfortable and safe environment Perfonns tasks from client-specific service plan. Completes reports, motivates client toward self-sufficiency and esteem while respecting privacy and dignity of client and exercising considerable tact and independent judgment in dealing with client and family Attends CSP and ISP meetings, keeps supervisors informed of client progress. Performs related tasks as required. General knowledge of basic personal health cate and home management methods, ability to read and carryout out detailed instructions, work with mentally retarded, elderly and other special population clients, people from all socioeconomic levels, carry out health aide work in home of client and perform homemaker duties, practice sound hygiene and sanitation techniques, establish ant mamiain effective working relationships with clients and associates. Combination of education and exp. equivalent to HS diploma amt exp. wotking with general public Closes 12.31.07; $10.87/1* APARTMENT LIVING RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR #481 Full-tune non-exempt position under the supervision of Supported Living program Manager to support adults with mental illness and menial retardation. Provide assessment, living skills training and support for consumers in new resale anal group home and/or independent living m apartment settings. Evaluate and assess consumer dulls and develop individual training plans, assist with and monitor consumer budgets and provide payee services, provide shopping and cooking assistance, plan and participate in recreational activities. Provide support through feedback through direct contact in areas of interpersonal skills, neighbor and landlord relations etc. Rcput to primary therapist on mental status and issues and participate in consumer disposition meetings. Knowledge of community, bousing and financial resources for the chronically mentally unpaired, skill in assessment of consumer’s function capacity and demonstrated ability to deal effectively with consumers BS degree in human svc. or 5 yrs. exp. Open until filled; $14.57/1* RESIDCNTAL COUNSELOR #287 Non-exempt position to provide services in support of day to-day activities of Agemy’s residential group home program for devefopmentaily disabled adults. Evaluate consumers skills and needs, leach living skills and provide assistance to consumers emphasizing community integration. Document services provided and client progress, assure safety and upkeep of facilities, and interact with various services on behalf of consumers Work shifts may include days, evenings and weekends. Associate's degree m human svc. or equivalent exp. Open until filled; $1198/hr Apply mm RRCSR/AAA lppiiHinn In HR. P.tt Box 1548. Cdpeyet VA 22781. (548) 825-3188 TDD: *548)825-7381 EEO/AA Rv amtreaos <g mahvaeg g CDL-A Route Sales Person Needed In the Culpeper Area. $900 per week guarantee! Marva Maid Dairy Equal Opportunity Employer. Fax Resume To 1-804-524-0963 Att: John Duffy JfimesL Community Newspapers '01 Hyundai Santa Fe, Gold,4WD,V6, Original owner. Well maint, 91K, Auto, All Pwr. $6900 703-729-8741 02 Mitsubishi Eclipse Slvr. 132K great cond, A/C, radio/ CD. MUST SELL $4,650/ OBO, 540-955-3885. 06 Toyota PRIUS Hybrid, 50 MPG, 23K mis. Auto, Nicely equip, $ 1 8,6 0 0. 540-788-3356. 1992 Cadillac DeVille, 67K original mi, runs well, no rust, white w/ Ithr int. Current insp. $4000. (540)351-6036 LICENSED PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT Fax resume to 540-854-0369 Or call 540-854-0367 Your Ad Could Be HERB. Classified ADs Work! Times Newspapers Classified Call 540-347-4222 Officers provide security and pnnectwn for air mivelen. airports and aircraft. Put-Time: Starting at $13.54 per hour Plus Benefits (Includes 18.59% Locality Pay) - Full-Time SpBt Shift: Starting at S3IU74 per year Phis Benefits (Includes 8% Recruitment Incentive and 18.59% Locality Pay) The Recruitment Incentive is based on 8% of basic pay; and indefinite continuation of the payment is contingent upon approved funding. Thursday, January 3rd Alexandria VEC 5520 Cherokee Avenue. Suite 100 Alexandria. VA 10:00 am - 12:00 pm TSA Job Fairs ivionuav, January /in Lake Anne SkillSource 11484 Washington Plaza Suite 110 Reston. VA 10:00 am - 1:00 pm lucsuay. January ntn Falls Church SkillSource 6245 Leesburg Pike Falls Church'; VA 10:00 am- 12:00 pm Thursday, January 10th Woodbridge Virginia Employment Commission 13370 Minnieville Road Woodbridge. VA 10:00 am-1:00 pm TSA wl pav the maximum government contribution for health benefits under the TSA Health Benefit Incentive for part-time TSOh. Ai put-tine TSOs w9 pay the sane tower cost for fcdeni heahh benefits as IWMune tnpbyeca. Minimum Requirements: U S. Citizenship or U S. National • High school diploma. GED or equivalent, or one year of security or aviatioo screening experience • English proficiency • Pre-employment medical evaluation * Pass a background/ credit check Transportation Security Administration Please applv online at: www.tsajobrccom l-fiOM87-'lS*S; TTY: I 860IW7-5566 Or Apply in person at: 45MS Aviation Drive. 4th Floor Duties. VA 20166 Mondav-Fridav 10:06 ant - 4:061» TSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. They’ll Never Know... Turn your worst gift into cash when you sell it in the Classifieds. Call today 540.351.1664 and let us help you place your ad. Toll Free: 888.351.1660 or Fax: 540.351.0121 FauquierClassified@timespapers.com Sappahannock News RappNews.com 1993 Chrysler Concord, gray, 160K, $1200. (540)937-5733 1996 BMW Z3 Blk Conv. 5-spd, AC, Exc. Cond, 143K mis, $11,500/ obo. Grt Christmas present (540)635-9520 1997 Black Convertible SL 320 Mercedes Benz Roadster, gas, brand new hard top, under 100K, exc cond. $14.5K. (540)219-6793 1997 Black Convertible SL 320 Mercedes Benz Roadster, gas, ' brand new hard top, under 100K, exc cond. $14.5K. (540)219-6793 1997 Honda Civic ExCoupe: Blk, auto, AC, all pwr, new tires, runs perfect. 151K mi. $4500. (703)335-9701 2001 Lincoln LS Low miles. Excellent Condition. 703-830-7012 or 571-214-2111 2002 Ford Explorer limited edition. Rear AC and third seat, towing pkg. 180,000 miles. $7,500. 703-898-4706. 2002 SE Nissan Altima 3.5 auto, ABS. sun roof, spoiler, 33 mpg, loaded, $7,800, 114K. 540-351-0297 2003 Acura 3 2 TL sedan. Pearl, fully loaded w/nav. sys. 41.5K, Immac. cond. $18,900. 703-777-7536. 2003 Honda Civic EX. 4-dr sedan, AT, gold, 40K, CD, A/C, mnrf, good cond., $11,500. 703-467-0552. 2003 Hyundai XG-350L, v6, auto, all pwr, Ithr, sunroof, CD, Sirius, orig owner, exc cond, $8500. (703)629-1068 2003 White, PT Cruiser. 86K, new tires/brakes, A/C, CC, garged. PW, PL, 1-owner. $7,250. 703-615-3423. 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid, exc cond, burgundy, Ithr pkg, fully equip, 18.5K, $36,000. (540)635-9520 72 Monte Carlo: Black, Good shape. Hi-perf engine. $2500. 703-819-1211 '83 GMC 4WD Jimmy, Very Good Condition. Black, 64,000 mi, Auto, New Trans. $2,600 703-296-3969 '88 AMC JEEP Eagle station wagon, 4wd, inspected, runs good. $1000. 540-825-9681 '94 Buick Park Ave, Ultra. 3800 Supercharge engine, V6, full pwr, outstanding AC, wht ext w. Ithr int. $1995/ obo. 540-439-3259 95 LeSabre, A1 cond/ 117K, fully equip, rebuilt trans, reg. maint. inspected. $2700. (540)972-9457 98 Lincoln town uar, signature series, white w/blue top, exc cond, 6 0 K, $6300. (703)989-9918 AAA Free junk car removal, will pay cash for some. Call Roger, 540-538-5610 Kia, 2002, Sportage 4WD. Only 29,000 miles, PS, PB, PW, CD, loaded. Excellent cond. Priced to sell $7500 or best offer. 703-777-9423. Mazda, 2005, 3S. $15,750. Exc. cond. 28K mi, manual, Blue ext., moon roof, 6 disc CD chgr, 25mpg city/ 32 hwy. 703-507-6582. MIL Montero, 01 Sport. 3.5 XS. Loaded, new tires, Viper alarm, remote start, trim pkg. $8500. 202-731-0002. 05 Nash 22ft, never used all weather/ season Travel trailer, fully self contained, w/2 Honda gen, $15,250/ Qbo. (540)219-9192 Fleetwood 1999 pull behind camper. Used once, sleeps 6, original owner, loaded. 26 ft. $7500. 540-630-1478 1960 Ctwvy Kodiak, new remanufactured 3208 Cat diesel, new bed/ tarp, air brakes. $5K. (540)788-4100 2004 Honda 90 4 wheeler, grt Christmas gift, good cond, $1300. (540)729-6837 1903 MSSAN ALTIMA. Make good parts car or project. $300/obo. Need to get rid of ASAP. 540-333-4114. 1999 WHITE Cadiliac Escalade, 4WO, very, very good cond, no accidents, good tires, 152K mis. $8500. (540)364-2885 2005 Ctwvy Suburban 2500, 67K, tow pkg (used 3x only), rear AC. like new. $18,400. (540)347-9119 Ctwvy Com. van 1995 loaded .AC.TV.VCR.CD Cassette player, 140k mi. excel, cond. $4500 703 509-8778 04 Ford F150 XLT, 54L V8, 50K mis. loaded, excel cond. $18K, 571-921-6791 05 GMC Sierra 2500 HO, 4x4, 6.6 turbo diesel, Alfison trans, SET opt pkg. >13K mi, dear title $30.5K/obo. (540)219-9192 4- IhmdN Benz rims & tires, from a 03, ' ML350, S500/OBO (540)219-9900 99 F3S0 Super Duty Lariat auto, 8in lift 35m tires, 2 sets of tires, 190K. $12000/obo. (540)415-0373 Ford 350 Diesel 5spd Dulley. 1988, ml gooseneck hitch, very good cond, $2500 firm. (540)364-2161 2002 Ctwvy Venture van, loaded, blue 70,800mi, $6500. (540)788-4100