Rappahannock News, January 17, 2008

130th Year ... No. 3 Phone (540) 675-3338 THURSDAY, JANUARY 17, 2008 WWW.RAPPNEWS.COM 50 CENTS latch the 3:10 to Yuma Friday, 8 p.m. Theatre in Washington See Page A17 Romancing Flora New paintings by Jack Frazier Sunday, 2-6 p.m. The Packing Shed See Page A18 Tank up for the tanker! Benefit breakfast Saturday, 7-11 a.m. Washington Fire Hall SeeRweAS Photo try Charles Crawford A trash fire in the dumpster at Flatwood Refuse and Recycling Center drew three volunteer fire companies to the site Sunday night. Trash fire lights up night at Flatwood By Kevin Allen Kiip|itihafwi‘>ek New* Stuff Writer A fire in the dumpster at the Flatwood Kefuse and Recycling Center drew three of the county's volunteer fire companies to the facility on Rock Mills Rond late Sunday night. Virginia State Trooper Brandon Johnson noticed the fire around 9:45 p.m. while putting fuel in his vehicle at the Virginia Department of Transportation's facility next to Flatwood. Volunteer fire companies from Washington, Castleton and Sperryville responded to the scene to douse the flames. Washington Fire Chief Ann Spieker said the fire companies quickly knocked down the flames, but, garbage under the surface continued to smolder. Community Trash, the company contracted to remove garbage from the dumpster' each week, sent excavating equipment to mix up the trash and allow firefighters to spray the lower layers with foam. Firefighters left Flatwood around 12:30 a.m., Spieker said. County Administrator John McCarthy said the suspected cause of the fire is that someone threw ashes from a wood-burning stove into the dumpster, even though signs at the site say not to do that. “The ashes just quietly smolder, then the container gets tossed in a dumpster, the lid falls off or a coal falls out and sits on a cardboard box smoldering," McCarthy said, hypothesizing about how the fire started. Spieker said nothing was found at Flatwood to suggest foul play was involved. The fire did not spread to any other part of the facility. The dumpster was nearly full on Sunday and the fire burned about half the container’s volume. See FIRE, Page A2* see consultants support power line By Don Del Rosso Rappahannock New* Staff Writer Dominion Virginia Power believes a consultants' analysis prepared for a state government agency clearly affirms its argument for a proposed transmission line through the Piedmont. “It’s needed, and it’s the least impactive" route to meet Northern Virginia’s future energy demands," said Dominion spokesman Jim Norvelle, alluding to conclusions in the study commissioned by State Corporation Commission (SCC) staff. The staff last week released the study on the proposed Meadow Brook-to-Loudoun transmission line. The proposed line “would fully resolve the expected (electricity] transmission reliability issues” for Northern Virginia in 2011 and “would be the least impacting to the commonwealth," according to the consultants. ivorveiie cauea me nnaings “encouraging.” But the Piedmont Environmental Council (PEC), which has launched a multi-million dollar effort to stop the project, contends Dominion has failed to mention key aspects of the consultants’ report that suggest potentially big flaws in the proposal. “Baldersdash?” PEC spokesman Bob Lazaro said of Dominion's conclusions about the study. “It’s wishful spin on the part oT the utility company, he said.. PEC President Chris Miller said in a statement that the SCC staff report “makes it clear that there are alternatives to Dominion’s illadvised and unnecessary transmission line. “It reports what we have Sm SCC, Page A2 Land use's piece of the pie Roughly 26 8 percent of the assessed value of Rappahannock County real estate is not taxed as part of the land-use program, which provides tax relief to land in agricultural production. The deferred land value totals $570,775,800 and would bring in $3,367,577 in additional tax revenue if it were taxed at the county's rate of 59 cents per $100 of assessed value Deferred land-use value: $570,775,800 tourc* <ww<»fwnr**11 County (;otnrtiiSS*!f»t of trie npvwnn* '.ixtt *. »««• Wtmrt Taxpayer group criticize land use By Kkvin Aj.lkn fCippahannflrk New* Staff Writer I wind-u.ho taxation - a system by which land in agricultural use is taxed on the value of what it can produce, not its real market value - came under heavy fire -Jan. 9 at the monthly meeting of Concerned Taxpayers of Rappahannock (aunty. (Critics of land use said the system forces the county to raise the real-estate tax rate to make up for revenue lost to properties in land use. The result, they say, is that small landowners end up getting stuck with unfairly high tax bills. The small landowners are bearing an unfair share of the tax burden " said Sperryville resident Ruth Rigor. Supporters of land-use taxation said the system makes it possible to keep land in agricultural production and maintain open space in the county. Furthermore, it prevents more development and the costs for public services that more residents would require. Alex Sharp, a Washington resident and member of the Board of Zoning Appeals, said the land-use system is fair. Every property owner pays real-estate tax<*s on the full value of his or her house and the one acn* surrounding it, hi* said. Any agricultural land surrounding the house lot does not bring costs to the county government, he added Wakefield District Supervisor Roger Welch said land-use taxation has become a hot-button issue as property values htive risen. A higher demand for rural land since Sept. 11, 2001, has caused a larger disparity between assessed values and land-use values of agricultural land. Commissioner of Revenue Beverly Atkins said at the misting that property in the land-use system is taxed at the value of what that land is capable of producing. The value for land in agricultural production is between $300 and $520 per acre, she said, depending on soil type. On the real market, an acre of land in Rappahannock could easily fetch more than 10 times that value. Roughly 20.8 percent of the assessed value of Rappahannock real estate is not taxid as part of the land use program. The deferred land value See TAX. Page A3 Estate planning for farmers By Kkvin Aijjcn Kitlipohwwwx k Ne»« Ht.ifT WnU«r Tht* Kappahannock County Farm Bureau m Hpon.tonriK “Hanning for the Next Generation: Kstate Hanning for Farmers" from to 7; JO p.m on Jan. 24 at the Rappahannock Link at The Schwdhouse in Sperryville. The <*vent will add re-mm common nit uations such a* dividing a farm among children, minimizing estate taxes and -exploring all,the options to preserve a family farm. “It’s an extremely important topic," said the Farm Bureaus Bat Wharton. “With the escalating land values that we've seen, I think it’s crucial. That could impede the plans large landown ers have for passing their estate on." The workshop is an information Mission, Whorton said To got sp<snfics relevant to a personal situation, farm ors would mss] to sit down with an ostate planner .Ion Dean, the Farm Bureau’s estate See WORKSHOP. Page A3 Rappatiannock News Staff Photo Matt Ppikpv PROTECTED: The gate to the Bagleys' property on FT. Valley Road Easement marks first By Matt Pki.kky Kappahannnrk New* Staff Writer Rappahannock County government and the Piedmont Environmental Council (PEC) recently finalized plans to protect a 55-acre property outside of Sperryville. The agreement is the first in a concerted effort to help preserve Rappahannock land offering histone, envmmmental or scenic benefits. Under the terms of the agreement, the property, owned by -John and Delma Bagley, will be put into conservation casement, with future development almost entirely prohibited. Easement agreements transfer from one owner to the next, and on site monitonng is required to ensure that the conditions established to protect the land are not violated PEC staff will conduct penodic inspections of the propert y. In the past, the Virginia (hit doors Foundation <VOF>, a state-created preservation body, has taken on the vast majority of easement properties in the state. Increased interest in pro tecting natural lands, however, lias created a backlog of property owners seeking easement agreements. V< >F now typically only takes properties of 100 acres or more, acknowledging limited resources. In September of this year, the Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors agreed to consider entering into easement agreements with PEC. The hope of the supervisors was to protect important lands negk'cted byVOF “It will fill the gap left when V< >K started looking at larger tracts of S«e EASEMENT. Page A3 Rappahannock News 1*0 Box 5(> Washington, V'a 22747 (540) 675-.VV1H (540)^*75-30SS (fax) JJI^?III!llfiPIMP ^f\W\ fe '■» '%■>' 4- -v**'>’ *. .-.r," »: '■■ '*?.■"'■ - -* I •-'’ * 1 ” ;- , ’ ’, ” :.«k S %$ &0£&* V “'*’• ' " % What’s going on at the General Assembly in Richmond? Check online for related stories.

Fire From page A1 McCarthy said. Firefighters wore breathing apparatus to prevent them from inhaling any contaminants that may have been released from the garbage. Little damage was done to the dumpster’s structure, McCarthy said. The heat of the fire caused the paint to flake ofT the dumpster’s metal roof and it will need to be repainted. One of the steel beams on the roof also came unattached and fell into the dumpster. The concrete container was scorched, but no cracks or damage were found during an inspection Monday. McCarthy said Flatwood is back to normal and Rappahannock residents can continue bringing their trash and recyclables to the site as usual. E-mail the reporter at kallen ®timespapers.com. see From Page Al known for some time,” Miller continued. “Transmission line proponents are using unreliable and outdated data. In question in the case before the SCC is the issue of whether the assumptions relied on by Dominion and PJM [Interconnection! are realistic for making a determination on a $1 billion proposal with such significant impact.” PJM is a membership organization that manages the transmission of electricity in 13 states, including Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Dominion Virginia belongs to PJM. While the SCC consultants back the project, the corporation staff provided no opinion the proposal, Lazaro emphasized. “The SCC (staff) doesn’t endorse a line,” he said. SCC Spokesman Ken Schrad said the staff hired consultants to make need and location recommendations because it lacked the wherewithal to do so. Dominion’s spring 2007 application to the SCC relies on old data and fails to adequately HOCRS: Mimclii Him FrUq M Saturday 9-5 __Hillside Motors #2 TRUCK CENTER -540-743-3909Home of Guaranteed Financing Over 100 Trucks. Cars. SlJVs. 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Subscriptions are S 22.00 a year in Rappahannock; 829.95 elsewhere in l .S. KiSTMASTKR: Send addrt SvS changes to Rappahannock News, HO. Box off, Washington, Virginia 22747 this fiirm may'abo be used ft«r CHANGE OF ADDRESS Old Addremr New Addrem: L address alternatives to the proposed line, said Lazaro, citing references in the report on both points. Dominion and its partner, Trans-Allegheny Interstate Line Co., want SCC permission to build a 500,000-volt transmission line to link a substation near Winchester to one at Areola in Loudoun. Dominion claims the line is critical to satisfying Northern Virginia’s growing electricity requirements. The line must be operating by the summer of 2011, otherwise the region will face possible “rolling blackouts,” according to the utility. PEC strongly disagrees with Dominion’s scenario, arguing that the region’s power needs instead can be met through conservation, new technology and infrastructure upgrades. The proposed 65-mile line would parallel an existing power line corridor through Frederick, Warren, Fauquier, Rappahannock, Culpeper, Prince William and Loudoun counties. A new line would destroy farmland, forest and vistas and diminish property values, according to PEC and other critics. Dominion’s alternative transmission line route partly tracks Interstate 66 through Fauquier in an area that includes the highest concentration of conservation easements in the country. Dominion acknowledges, as the SCC consultants’ report notes, that, the utility application includes old data regarding the proposed line. But that’s to be expected since the company submitted the application last April, said Norvelle, the Dominion spokesman said. “We don't think it’s a serious flaw,” he said, promising the utility would supply the SCC with updated information, as requested. For regulatory and “engineering” reasons, alternatives to the proposed Piedmont line discussed in the SCC staff report would be “infeasible” to implement by 2011, Norvelle said. “One of the continuing themes of the [consultants’ report] is what can be done by the summer of 2011,” he said. "The clock’s ticking here.” Dominion remains confident that any new data would not alter the conclusions by the SCC consultants, which Norvelle described as “encouraging.” In quoting the consultants, he said the proposed line and route would “fully resolve” transmission reliability issues and would be “least impacting to the commonwealth.” Dominion believes the proposed route would be less damaging than the alternative because it parallels an existing utility corridor and uses some of the existing right-of-way. Still, it would need to acquire substantially more right-of-way to build the proposed line. Norvelle described the consultants reports for the SCC staff as another example of “independent” analysis pointing to the need for the line. SCC Hearing Examiner Alexander Skirpan will hold a Feb. 25 evidentiary hearing in Richmond on the proposed line. That will give Dominion, the SCC staff, PEC, local governments, including Fauquier, and other groups and individuals a chance to formally present their case on the proposal. The hearing will be conducted much like a courtroom trial. Experts may testify and be cross examined by lawyers for formal participants. Skirpan eventually will make a recommendation to the three-member SCC board, which will decide the matter. The SCC board’s ruling may be appealed to the Virginia Supreme Court. E-mail the reporter: ddelrosso@timespapers Police Briefs Truck stolen A truck was reported stolen from a home on Sharp Rock Road on Jan. 9. The call went into the Rappahannock County Sheriffs Office around 9 a.m. and the owner of the vehicle said the truck. must have been stolen during the night. Lt Roger Jenkins found the vehicle, which was damaged. The case is still under investigation. Drunk in public Melissa Lynn Partlow was arrested and charged with being drunk in public on Jan. 9 near her home in Amissville. Sgt. Mark Currence arrested the 24-year-old around 9:30 p.m. Stolen property A large, concrete gargoyle and a sign were stolen from the end of two driveways on Battle Mountain Road on Jan. 10. Another sign was damaged According to the sheriffs report, all three incidents hap-' Dened during the middle of the day The case is under investigation. •' Driving suspended James Randall Lewis was arrested and charged with driving with a suspended license Friday. Lt. Roger Jenkins arrested the 28-year-old Sperryville man around 9:30 a.m. while he was driving on Zachary Taylor Highway north of Flint Hill. Self-inflicted wound A 64-year-old man was accidentally shot in the arm by his own gun Saturday afternoon while he was squirrel hunting with two friends in Amissville. According to Maj. Scott Jenkins, the man stopped to take a break, set his rifle on the ground and was resting his arm on the muzzle when the gun fired through his forearm. The bullet went through the man’s arm without, hitting a bone or an artery, Jenkins said. The man was taken to the Culpeper Emergency Room for treatment and was released the same day. ‘Sprayed by bullets* A man was hit by two rabbit hunters’ stray pellets Saturday afternoon in Amissville. The victim was taking Christmas decorations ofThis roof when, according to the sheriff’s report, he was “sprayed by bullets. ” The victim did not report any major injuries and chose not to press charges against the hunters, who were on a neighboring property at the time. DWI charge Joyce Ann Shirey was arrested and charged Saturday with driving while intoxicated. 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We also have fantastic finance options available for those who qualify! Call for details! County and Town Meetings and Notices There being no business to come before them, and after consultation with the Chair, the January meeting of the Board of Zoning Appeals is hereby canceled. Home and land transfers this weeks These Rappahannock County home and land transfers were recorded in the Rappahannock County Circuit Court clerk’s office between Jan: 4 and Jan. 10. To find transfers in other Northern Virginia counties, visit www.timespapers.com. Hampton District Alexander Sharp, trustee, to Mountain Green Inc; 13.18 acres; deed of gift; tax map: 1949A. Alexander Sharp, trustee, to Ralph Montgomery Muoio; 2.25 acres; $440,000; tax map: 1949A. Jackson District Reginald G. Armistead to Flying A Partners RLLLP, 50 percent of 70.8654 acres, deed of gift: 32-73. Reginald G. Armistead to Pamela A. Wallin and others, eight percent of 61.54 acres, deed of gift, tax map: 32-55B. Reginald G. Armistead to Sheryl Wallin Abrahams, four percent of 61.54 acres, deed of gift, tax map: 32-55B. Reginald G. Armistead to Kelly Lynn Wallin, four percent of 61.54 acres, deed of gift, tax map: 32-55B. > Reginald Gray Armistead III": to Flying A Partners RLLLP, 24 : percent of 70.8654 acres, tax map: 32-73. Ryan Gregory Armistead to ; Flying A Partners RLLLP, 24 percent of 70.8654 acres, tax map: 32-73. Michael Brown Jr. to C. David Hytla, 25 acres, $625,000, tax map: 32-24. MORE EVENTS ONUNE..., ^ Rappnews.c»m

Solar panels approved By Matt Pelkey Rappahannock News Staff Writer In a precedent-setting decision, Washington’s architectural review board approved a homeowner’s plans to install solar panels on the roof of his house in the historic town. The review board, which governs changes to buildings in Washington, voted unanimously last Thursday night to give the go-ahead to Bradley Schneider for a number of improvements to his house at 152 Piedmont Ave. Schneider’s plans for replacement windows, a new roof a storage shed and a new fence met little opposition at the board’s meeting Thursday. But his request to install solar panels stirred up debate. Chairman Patrick O’Connell noted that no other homes in town had solar panels and said that he could not remember any other applications to, install solar panels coming before the board. “It does create the first precedent for solar panels in the town, and we should be aware of the historic moment,” he said. Nearly all changes that affect the look of property in Washington must first oe approved by the board. Generally, requests that might compromise the historic character of the town are turned down. Bringing his requests before the board, Schneider insisted that the panels would blend in with the new roof that he planned to build. He said the panels would match its color and lie flat against it, instead of at an angle that would elevate them and make them more conspicuous. The panels also would cover only a small area of the roof he said. Schneider’s efforts to make the solar panels as unobtrusive as possible apparently warmed the board to his request. “It helps me knowing that it’s only going to be on the small addition,” said board member Kevin Adams. But the factor that seemed to most sway the board is that Schneider’s house is not historic. It was built in 1991. O’Connell said that a request to add solar panels to a historic building would probably be turned down. Board member Susan Babcock said the Schneider application would set a good precedent for how the board rules on any future requests for solar panels. Schneider and his fiance, Wendy Murdoch, hope that by installing the solar panels they will reduce the amount of pollution their home contributes to. “One of the goals we’ve been working toward with the house is to minimize the carbon footprint of the house,” Schneider said. And he knows a thing or two about minimizing pollution. In the late 1970s and early 1980s, Schneider worked in solar panel installation in New England. Now he is president of a company that designs alternative energy power plants. Schneider hopes to inspire others in the county to go green. “Hopefully..., other people in the county will see what we’ve done and it will encourage them to do similar things,” he said. By the end of the board’s meeting, some of the members were expressing support for Schneider’s environmental ambitions. “This is admirable what you’re attempting to do,” said board secretary Michelle Schwartz. E-mail the reporter at mpelkey@timespapers.com. Easement From Page A1 land," Rappahannock County Administrator John McCarthy said. McCarthy saw many important benefits in preserving the Bagley property, and brought the easement request before the board. “This was really a slam dunk for lack of a better term,” McCarthy said. The Board of Supervisors approved the agreement in November and it was finalized a month later. The county will bear no financial responsibility for monitoring the property, McCarthy said. PEC had petitioned the county to help with a number of properties, McCarthy said, but he thought the Bagleyland was the most attractive and turned down all the others. Heather Richards, a land conservation officer with PEC, noted that the Bagley land offers a number of important conservation opportunities. “I think the Bagley property is an example of where you can get a lot of conservation value under 100 acres,” she said. “We’re filling a hole that needed to be filled this year.” Richards said that prohibiting development on the land will help protect the Hazel River from runoff and other contamination. And she said that the trees that line the river, which runs through the Bagleys’ property, also provide a shady, cool habitat for native fish. Richards said the agreement will also help preserve the scenic beauty of the countryside. The surrounding properties are in easement, so filling in the gap with the Bagleys’ land will protect a large swath of country. The land also abuts Route 231, a scenic roadway, so the view from the road will be kept intact. * \ * PEC can enter into easement agreements without the county, but the partnership on the Bagley land offers unique benefits to all of the parties involved. Richards said the county’s involvement brings greater protection to the land - a plus for both PEC and the owners. And, she said, PEC agreed to bear most of the monitoring responsibilities associated with the easement, so the county will be held to few duties. “It’s a perpetual obligation,” Richards said. “We’re on the hook to make sure those easement terms are upheld in perpetuity.” For the Bagievs, the easement brings the knowledge that their land will be forever protected. “The land, there is no more to be had, and if we continue to develop it at the rate Northern Virginia and Loudoun have - and Fauquier to some extent - we will lose the beauty of Rappahannock,” Delma Bagley said. E-mail the reporter at mpelkey@timespapers.com. Workshop From Page A1 planner, will be at the workshop to answer some specific questions as well as schedule individual appointments with anyone who is interested. The individual appointments are a free service to all Farm Bureau members “It's really just an issue of investigating all your options early,” Whorton said. “It’s generally not something you can accomplish in just one day with an attorney. You have to plan and execute it over a long period of time, depending on how you set it up.” Local farmers Lindsay Eastham, Dick McNear and Bryant Lee will share their experiences with estate planning for their family farms. McNear was director of planning and zoning in Fauquier for 20 years and was the consultant that helped write Rappahannock’s zoning ordinance in the early-1980s. McNear raises beef cattle on 700 acres in Gid Brown Hollow and is in the process of passing the property on to his three daughters. He said higher property val „ues and “death taxes” on inheritance have made estate planning different today than when he inherited a farm from his father. “My experience is a bit frustrating because [the land] is appreciating faster than I can give it away” McNear said. Farm owners are limited to how much they can pass on per year, he said. He created an LLC, which allows him to pass on 50 percent more land each year. He said he will explain that tactic at the workshop. 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At its Jan. 9 meeting the Washington Town Council scheduled a public hearing for March 12 to discus the environmental impact of the proposed wastewater system. The hearing will be the last hurdle for the council before it can begin accepting bids on the project, which Dodd said would likely happen in May. Herb White III, president of the engineering firm that is designing the wastewater system, laid out the proposed payment structure for the project. His analysis showed that a large portion of the $4.2 million construction costs will be defrayed by the sale of Avon Hall, the long-empty house that the town owns off of Middle Street. The rest of the money will come from monthly use charges and one-time hook-up fees — both of which will be shouldered by town residents and businesses. The monthly charges start at $19.50 and increase with usage. The hook-up fees, however, are far more expensive. The fees start at $7,500 — Dearest Lee, Two years »*ny-what can we say? You were Heaven bound - that was God’s way. j The void in our hearts will remain i until the day we unite again. We love you very much and miss ( you with all our might. , We love you. Mom, Dad 8r Family knocked down from a previous estimate of $10,000 — and most town residents and small businesses will be able to hook up for approximately that. But the hook-up service only covers installation of a small pump house tapped into the town’s system. The pump house then will need to be connected to the owner’s building for an additional cost. The hook-up fees are also assessed based on estimated usage. So someone who uses less than 6,000 gallons might pay $7,500, while someone who uses between 6,000 and 12,000 gallons could have to pay twice that. The town council is looking into ways to require residents and businesses to use the system, but for now is going with a carrotand-stick approach — those who sign up early pay less, those who sign up later pay more. If a resident or business waits three years to sign up, the hook-up fees rise to $15,000. After five years they go up to $20,000. Worried about capacity level, the council will make the sewer system available in two phases. The core of the town will have the option of hooking up as soon as the wastewater plant — which will be built behind Avon Hall and resemble a bam — is built. Residents outside the core of the town will be able to hook up after five years. The clock for late penalties will start ticking once residents are given the option of signing up, so those hooking up in phase two could still be able to pay only $7,500. Council member Claudia Mitchell said she thought that most people will be able to afford the hook-up fees, and the See WASTEWATER, Page A7 In Memory of Francis G. 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Editorial & Opinion A4 January 17, 2008 -—-&appafjannotfe flttoi—Established 1877 An Independent Newspaper Published Every Thursday ARTHUR W. ARUNDEL, PUBLISHER Anita L. Sherman, Editor 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) 675-3330 Fax: (540) 675-3088 e-mail: ashermanOttmespapers.com Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 pm., Monday-Friday . THURSDAY, JANUARY 17,2008 Member. Audit Bureau of Circulations www.rappnews.com Our View Lobbying This morning a small contingent of county officials trekked to Richmond on behalf of Rappahannock County citizens. They are there to attend a Senate Education committee hearing on a proposed bill, SB 559. Their lead speaker, County Administrator John McCarthy, will lend his support to a bill, that if passed, could ease the tax burden on the county for educating its students. SB 559, sponsored by The Honorable Mark Obenshain, Senator 26th District, is a bill that would increase the size of school divisions who would be permitted to “piggyback” on the local composite index of a neighboring school division, in exchange for consolidation of some services, from the current maximum of 350 students to 1,200 students. According to a 2005 analysis by the Weldon Cooper Center at UVA, Rappahannock is in the top five counties in Virginia in terms of the relative importance of the real property tax — 70.3 percent of our local revenue comes from real property taxes. (We’re second only to Highland County.) Most other counties get significant revenues from taxes on business properties, but not rural Rappahannock. The efforts of local officials like McCarthy and Superintendent Chappell should not go unrewarded. Hopefully, SB 559 will pass and the county will get a calculated boost. Come for breakfast The weather may get nasty this weekend. Saturday morning could be chilly. But a visit to the Washington Fire Hall will not only warm your stomachs but your heart as well. You’ll not only have the opportunity for a comfort food breakfast - you know eggs and bacon and biscuits - but an opportunity to do a good thing - like chipping in to help the Washington Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department get a new tanker fire truck. There’s no doubt that they need to replace the old one which is pushing 40. What’s that upbeat saying...50 is the new 30 because many of us are living far longer than ever before. While this is very flattering for the 50-something set, it doesn’t work for a piece of machinery that as Fire Chief Ann Spieker says, “is just plain worn out.” When there is a fire - like the one just recently over at the landfill - water is a prime commodity and getting it there can mean the difference between saving a place or losing it. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has already come forward with a grant (that’s how bad a shape this old tanker is in) but these vehicles aren’t cheap. Roughly, $200,000 is still needed. As all of you are aware, the fire departments in this county are run on a volunteer basis and the equipment they use is paid for largely through fund raising. . i r . rr o _ i 1 AS you re snaring a tup ui timcc uu uamiua/ morning over a warm breakfast, feel even better by knowing that you’ve been part of the process of getting a new vehicle on board. Another neat thing is that “Pops” Walker, Avril Smith and Brooke Parkhurst have a new CD available. It’s full of guitarsy blues and banjo music. Again, an opportunity for you. You can buy a CD and whenever you listen to those Appalachian tunes, you know you’ve made a difference. Pretty good deal. Rappahannock County is small and relies on the various fire companies to come to the rescue when needed. - wherever in the county that might be and whoever it might be that needs help - even if you live at the top of a mountain. What a shame it would be if they couldn’t get there with the water you need. Letters Responsible tourism...not exploitation Responsible tourism is a targeted approach that encourages visitors to respectfully experience our assets, leave their dollars behind and return home with good memories. Responsible tourism engages visitors to quietly move among our assets that include hiking, biking and camping opportunities in the Blue Ridge Mountains and Shenandoah National Park, art galleries and studios of our nationally recognized artists, The Theatre at Little Washington, Civil War and birding trails, award winning wineries, organic farms, orchards, dining, shopping, The Inn at Little Washington and premiere accommodations in our getaway houses and bed and breakfasts. Responsible tourism identifies travel trends and builds products that attract visitors. This includes weekends that feature escape from stress, outdoor recreation, family getaways, new learning getaways, epicurean and experiential getaways, to name a few. Responsible tourism will add dollars to our revenue base, require minimum expenditure for a significant return and leave the tranquil atmosphere of the county, one of our biggest assets, undisturbed. The Fletcher proposal does not meet the criteria listed above. It will cost the county money for increased traffic control and rescue services. It negatively impacts the neighbors, traffic, the environment and the peace and tranquility of the county. Can anyone imagine what the traffic will be like at the intersection of Route 522 and Main Street when there is an event that will bring several hundred more vehicles into Sperryville, in addition to local traffic and the folks who use the park? That intersection alone will need modification and a deputy for traffic control. The mega events at the beautiful Fletcher property will be organized by an outside business. No tax benefit here. It is highly likely that the participants will not dine, shop and respectfully enjoy our beautiful county. No tax benefit here. Events will likely be catered by large firms from the DC metro area who will bring their own food and staff. It will provide employment for very few local people. The amplified music (also hired from outside the county?) will disturb the neighbors. The traffic will disturb us all from the Amissville line to Sperryville and onto Route 231 south. The proposal will cost tax dollars without producing new revenue. The events will exploit the bucolic setting, but not respect it. The Fletcher family has a long tradition in this county. Let them use their influence to support the preservation of what we most value...respect for each other and for community. Our hope is that they wifl reconsider the scope of what they propose and come back with a plan that would be more fitting to the community and character of Rappahannock County. Barbara Adolfi The House on Water Street Sperryville Don’t blame farming I am writing about the pending application for the Miller Farm in FT Valley. Leaving aside other implications of the project for now, Fd like to respond to the notion that this project is necessary because “agriculture on the property is no longer profitable” and because of “the economic realities of farming,” words attributed to Fletcher and his supporters in the Rappahannock News. My wife and I were in our mid-20s and had limited savings when we came here 8 years ago and started our farm. We have made money every year despite numerous challenges and expect to keep doing so for a long time. While we may not have an 8,000 sq. ft. historic house, we are quite comfortable in our new house one quarter the size, which we’re paying for with our only source of income—^farming. We are just one of thousands of examples nearby and around the country of farms of all kinds and sizes making it work economically. I am sorry that Mr. Fletcher is not as pleased with his agricultural endeavors as we are with ours, but his own lack of success is not enough to demonstrate that other sources of income are necessary to keep land open. I share the belief of many that we must do all we can to keep our farmland from being developed. I just happen to believe that the best way to do this is by...FARMING IT! Eric Plaksin Waterpenny Farm Sperryville It does “take a village” If it “takes a Village to raise a child,” it takes no less to care at home for an older, disabled or chronically ill family member. How blessed we are in Rappahannock County to have a “village” of caring and capable people who support both its young and not so young. During four successive Thursdays in October and November, more than 30 county residents participated in classes for family caregivers. Rappahannock County is fortunate to have a rich community resource in the individuals who taught those sessions; the educators, doctors, nurses, attorneys, allied health professionals, and representatives of home health supply companies and support organizations. All of the instructors were passionate about their subjects and passed on important guidance to family caregivers: 1) When caring for your loved one, the small things—like a kind word or reassuring touch— count the most. 2) It is vitally important to stop, breathe, and take charge of your own life if you are to remain whole and 3) Remember to turn to those around you for support. Neighbor helping neighbor makes care giving possible. On behalf of the Aging Together partnership, which . includes the Rappahannock County Department of Social Services, Rappahannock County Health Department and FamilyCare Home Health and Hospice we offer our sin cere thanks to the many people who came to share their skills, knowledge, and their passion for supporting care giving families. These classes helped participants develop confidence in their abilities and pride in their achievements. Our deep gratitude goes to Lynnette Scott, RN, Kami Stafford, LPN, Jennifer Gough & Michael Soule, Senior Advocate, Rappahannock Rapidan Community Services Board, Dr. John McCue, Mountainside Medicine, Douglas Baumgardner, Esq., Karen Flynn,RN, Rappahannock County Public Health Department, Jennifer Matthews, Ph.D, Associate Professor of Nursing, Shenandoah University, Nancy WellsJMSW Culpeper Hospital, & Elizabeth Lee, Bioholistic Practitioner, Carl Aplin, Alternative Health Practitioner, Marilyn Pietri, Program Manager, Alzheimer Association & Roberts Home Health Equipment. It indeed took a village! We especially wish to thank all of our county residents who took time from very busy care giving duties to sharpen their skills and share with others. We value your contributions to your loved ones—and our community. Sincerely, Sharon Pyne, Team Leaderjlappahannock County Aging Together Judy Reidinger, RN, Nancy Wells, MSW Delma Bagley, RN, MS Try and vote wisely Voting is a very personal matter. The last time, my eyes were very clouded, and I voted for the present regime. This time my eyes are wide open. This voter is not going far. In my opinion contrived swelling of the eyes and statements such as, “I just don’t want America to fall back”. What does that mean? Another White Water investigation or how to make a $100,000 investment in one day? Or some more immoral conduct in the White House? Or does it mean we will pay over $3.19 cents for regular gas? While we were busy enjoying the Clinton dynasty days 5V11 occurred. I am through with the Bush dynasty. Remove the dust people, we are headed for a recession. Now the plan to get elected is to dangle the following programs before our eyes health care, the economy. We have been subjected to the spending of billions of dollars in a war we have no business being involved in. Can the candidates explain to the people of Rappahannock County why there are over 30 million people who don’t have health care? I want to see some body’s eyes swell up when they explain the mess the stock market and Dow Jones are in. Open your eyes people. What 1 want is the “truth," strong leadership and the dismantling of the billions of dollars we spend for the war. No more space exploration, we can't afford it. To regain the respect from countries who no longer have respect for Americans for one reason or another, I want to see an improvement in health care, the environment. Another problem, why are we so dependent on countries who strongly dislike us'.’ China has sent us tinted dog food products, toys our children play with, with high levels of lead. There are all-time highs of food that are sold to us and in some cases contaminated. Where does it stop? Do our campaign people want to swell up and cry about that? I am not telling people how to vote, but to really understand how your vote will count. How are we going to survive when all is said and done. It’s not what the candidates are saying, it’s what they are not saying that worries me. I will never forgive the rhetorical lies that we were fed before. Now we are in the either or position. 1 don’t like it. Whatever you do, try and vote wisely. Saundra Richardson “Blacksburg" P i

Notes from the 15th A . Todd Gilbert Well, the General Assembly of Virginia is once again in session. I arrived m Richmond early this veat' to attend a meeting of the V i rgi nia Immigration i onimission. The weather had been unseasonably warm, so one evening before the session started l took a stroll through Capitol Square to take it all in. As I walked. I was awed by the beauty and grandeur of our newly restored capitol building, conceived bv Thomas Jefferson and built m 1788. Now after two years ot work, it has been fully restored t o a condition befitting its place in V irgmia's history as a monument to representative democracy. As I stood there fixated on Jefferson’s "temple on the hill" glowing a onght white against the night sky. I was struck by how lucky I am to represent the citizens of my (listnet. 1 remmded myself to remain ever-mindful of the fact that my fellow citizens have honor'd me w ith the responsibility of casting votes on their behalf in rhis special place. We sophomore members of the House are excited about being able to return to our histone (’apitol after two years in a temporary space in the old 2008 Library of Virginia building. The prospect of working in the historic Capitol so awed me that I asked my parents to come down to watch me being sworn in for the first time in the actual House chamber. After they found a place to park (which is no small task in downtown Richmond) they came and sat in the gallery as I took my oath of office for the second time. Opening day is typically a light legislative day so I toured my folks around the Capitol. Many photos were snapped with their new digital camera as I showed off the many symbols of the magnificent history of our Commonwealth. During the Immigration Commission meeting the week before, we heard from representatives of Virginia businesses that have come to depend on immigrant labor. While most employers diligently try to ensure that they are not employing illegals, we all know that the rampant use of fraudulent documents is still allowing them to work. The testimony of one attorney representing a coalition of employers particularly infuriated me. He focused almost exclusively on Forbes magazine’s ranking of Virginia as the #1 state for business. Although he didn’t say it, what he clearly meant was: “We make a lot of money with illegal labor, so don’t rock the boat.” I was unable to hide the offense that I took at this position and let him and his coalition know as much. Since then, I have heard from many employers and business interests who wanted to let me know that he was not speaking for them and they are committed to helping us clean up the system that allows illegal aliens to gain employment in the Commonwealth. We shall see. As a career prosecutor, I know another side to the illegal alien issue: crime. Recently, alter a year of excellent investigative work by the regional drug task force in the northern end of the Valley, 26 people were arrested and charged with operating a huge drug distribution ring. Almost all of them were illegal aliens. I know from experience that the rising numbers of illegal immigrants in the Shenandoah Valley has added to our crime problem. In another column, I will discuss my legislative package designed to discourage illegal aliens from residing in the Commonwealth. The session has started. The work is just beginning. I look forward to future columns in the coming weeks. Helping a citizen in need As most of you know, David Pullen, has been sick for some time now. His wife, Thora, has had him back and forth to doctors Many times they thought they had David figured out only to find him sick again. Though they know he has high levels of arsenic cadmium and lead in him, Thora has always believed there was more to it. Finally, after exhausting herself with discussions with many doctors, she’s found one who might have the answer to why David has such high heavy metal levels in him. in order to find out for sure they need to go to Arizona. This specialist believes that the problem stems from dental work and some Rind of toxic poison that it has created in him. He has spent years studying this and is an expert in his. field. There are others out there but she wants the best as 1 )uv id has suffered enough. Some friends are having a fund raiser for him and the money will be used to drive him to .Arizona. David has not been able to work much this past vear and they are only holding on by the help of their friends and David's father. They can use all the help they can get. The fund raiser is this Saturday. .Jan. 19, from 5-9 p. m. at the Flint Hill Volunteer Fire Department. C’hili and spaghetti dinners will be served and all donations gladly accepted. This Washington | Jan Clatterbuck I 675-3338 |jclatterbuck@ timespapefs.com trip will be expensive but they believe the answer to their prayers. Tanker Fund Breakfast The Washington Volunteer Fire & Rescue, Company 1, will hold a fund raiser breakfast on January 19 from 7 a. m. to 11 a. m„ at the Washington Fire Hall. Funds raised will go to help replace the 35-year-old Tanker truck currently in use. Come join them for hot coffee, biscuits. pancakes with all the trimming!' and lots of fun while you help your local volunteer fire fighters purchase this badly needed fin truck. Birthday blessings Birthday wishes go out to £ dear friend of mine, Amamk Clark, from Washington. Shi will celebrate her day or Tuesday, Jan. 22, and also ti Cody Clark of Washington. Hi will celebrate his special day or Wednesday, Jan. 23. Thought for today! I’d like to leave this little thought with the readers. Fill your mind with peaci and good feelings. 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New Year’s resolutions few and far between at fitness center By Matt Pelkey Rapphannock News Staff Writer Unlike at most other gyms, you probably won’t have to wait tor a treadmill at the Rappahannock fitness center this month. New Year’s resolutions bnng out waves of the would-be trim to tone up. but the fitness center at Rappahannock County High School has largely dodged the droves. “I have not met anyone in particular saying my New Year’s resolution is to lose weight." said Essie Green. Green is in her first year teaching at Rappahannock County Elementary School. She works at the fitness center every Mondays after school. She says the holidays have brought out college students home for break. “Tve seen an increase, especially in college students hanging out, working out, until they have to go back to school." she said. Green says the fitness center, which is open to the public, is busiest between 4 and 6 p.m. Wanda Snead, who Lives in (lid Brown Hollow, has a gym membership in Front Royal, where she works. She said she will go there sometimes after getting out of the office. Tve been working out for years," she said. Snead said the Rappahannock fitness center can provide an easy alternative. “...I live in Rappahannock, so Rappahannock News Staff Photo/Matt Pelkey. Essie Green, a teacher at Rappahannock County Elementary School, watches over the fitness center on Monday nights. this is convenient,” she said. She uses the treudmills and elliptical machines at the center, which she makes use of during the winter months when it’s too cold to walk outside. Snead said she has had to wait for a machine before, but not since last year. The fitness center opened in 2004 and offers a variety of equipment — weight machines, treadmills, exercise bicycles, elliptical machines, a climbing wall and tree weights. All Rappahannock students grades K-12 can use the fitness center free of charge. Membership is available to the puhlic for a small fee. Email the reporter at mpelkey@timespapers.com. Rapp-Fitness Center Hours: Monday-Fnday. 4-7:30 p.m. Membership rates: • County residents - $7 tor a day. $14 for a month or $120 tor a year • Non-residents — $10 for a day, $23 for a month or $180 for a year Discounted membership: . • Persons 62 years or older, county fire and rescue volunteers, part-time school and county employees and state employees whu work in Rappahannock can loin for $7 a month or $60 for a year • Full-time school employees, fulltime county employees and all K-12 students may |om at no cost Needed: New Tanker Fire Truck Washington Volunteer Fire and Rescue needs to raise funds to purchase a new fire truck. A benefit breakfast on Saturday and release of a benefit CD are only two of the activities planned to help raise funds over the next year. With the exception of homes in Washington, fire fighting in Rappahannock requires hauling water to the tire. Washington Volunteer Fire and Rescue supports fire fighting throughout the county, and desperately needs to replace its 36-year-old fire tanker. Chief Ann Spieker said, “our old tanker has lasted a long time, but it is just worn out and not really safe to drive on steep hills." Chief Spieker explained that fire companies in the county are responsible for purchasing their fire trucks. Washington's need for a new tanker is so great that it was selected by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to receive a grant to help replace its tanker. THE OLD HABIT SALE 40% OFF ENTIRE STOCK Fn. Jan. 18th thru Mon. 21st www.oldhabit.com FRI. - SAT. 10-6 SUN. 12-5 MON. 10-5 •Some exceptions See Website S3h3 W Main St Marshall, VA 800-813-0515 SAVE $$ WHEN YOU BUY AT THE SHOW However, tire trucks are so expensive that Washington still needs to raise another $200,000 to purchase a tanker. Benefit Breakfast This Saturday, Washington Volunteer Fire and Rescue will host a benefit breakfast at the Washington Fire Hall from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00. The price is $7 for adults and $4 tor children 10 and under. Several local businesses have contributed to the event, and it is hoped family, friends and neighbors will come out to enjoy a full breakfast while supporting their community. Blues, Banjo and More CD available Last November, Washington Volunteer Fire and Rescue sponsored a concert to start raising funds for a new tanker fire truck. “Pops” Walker of Luray delighted the audience with his acoustic guitar blues and original songs. Brooke Parkhurst of Rappahannock played banjo, penny whistle and sang, accompanied by Avril Smith on guitar and mandolin. They performed a series of traditional Appalachian tunes which had the audience hoping for more. Now, a CD recorded live at the concert is ready for sale at the benefit breakfast. All proceeds from the CD sales wdl go toward funding the new tanker fire truck for Washington. Cost for the CD is $15. Local Democrats vote to have a primary By E. Raymond Boo Special to the Rappahannock Nows The Seventh Congressional District Democratic Committee, at a meeting in Culpeper County on Sunday evening, January 13, 2008, voted to nominate the Democratic candidate for Congress from the Seventh Congressional District by district-wide primary on June tO, 2008. This primary is not to be confused with the Presidential primary to be held on February 12 next month. “At the present time, several candidates have indicated an interest in seeking the nomination—although they have not all officially declared their candidacy,” said Marjorie Clark, Chair of the District Committee. Clark believes that the high interest in the race this year is a reflection of the nationwide excitement over the possibility of political change and the desire to elect new people at every level. Jim Nachman is a Richmond attorney who was the 7th CD candidate for Congress in 2006 and has indicated interest in running again. He visited the county twice in an unsuccessful campaign to unseat Eric Cantor. In addition, these people have expressed interest: Anita Hartke, the Chair of the Culpeper Democratic Committee and a longtime Virginia Democrat. Anita Hartke has an Amissville address but lives across the line in Culpeper County. Anita, comes from a family that has long been and currently involved in the Democratic Party activities. Her father is the late three term Senator Vance Hartke from Indiana who also ran in a US Presidential Primary Anita has been a delegate to several state and local conventions and works locally in real estate. Kenn Stepman, community and civil rights activist, artist, author, and entrepreneur: and Brian Taylor, from Henrico, at one time a candidate for the House of Delegates, 74th H.D. in the 2007 primary. Brian Taylor lives in Richmond and has been involved in Democratic activities *since the 90s. In New York City, he worked with Representative POSSIBILITIES: Current Cha Committee Anita Hartke an Taylor(left) will test the water Shipman and Jim Nachman (wl before) may also be on the bal Charles Rangel. He currently is in the security, business in the Richmond urea. * To be included on the primary ballot in Virginia, ail candidates must meet the requirements of the State Board of Elections, including tiling the appropriate statements, collecting 1000 petition signatures, and paying a tiling fee ($3370, or 2% of the annual Congressional salary of $168,500). The incumbent Congressman for the 7th District is Rep. Eric Cantor, Republican from Henrico 'County. Gorfeins honored In other business, the team of Hank and Meredith Ciortein were recognized by the committee by being voted to receive the Grass Roots Award, for the 7th District. Hank and Meredith have both been stalwarts in the Rappahannock County Democratic Committee in organizing, supporting, participating, and inspiring members of the Rappahannock community to be part of the democratic process as well as members of the Democratic Party. They will be presented with the award at a luncheon on February 9 in Richmond at the Virginia State Democratic Central Committee meeting. They will also receive a ticket to the Jefferson-Jackson Photo by E. Raymond Boc r of the Culpeper Democratic d Richmond resident Brian > at a primary in June. Kenn 10 challenged Eric Cantor once ot. Dinner that evening hosted by Governor Tim Kaine accompanied by Mark Warner, Jim Webb and attended by some presidential candidates. More than 35 Democrats attended the 7th CD Committee meeting at the Best Western Motel in Culpeper. The District includes several counties ranging from Henrico and the City of Richmond in the lower end to Rappahannock and Page on the northern end. Hank Gorfein represents Rappahannock County Democrats on the committee. Ray Boc attended as county chair, and Bob Weinberg and Sharon Kilpatrick attended as observers. By majority vote, the committee selected to have a primary because it is the most democratic way to select a candidate. It is a test for the candidates to get organized and financed to carry out a campuign. It is also an opportunity to develop name recognition by attending local events and getting press coverage. The candidate must get out to meet the electorate to articulate their stand on issues but also learn the concerns of those that they will represent. The primary is also a very transparent process as compared to the more limited openness of a convention. Chester Gap honors its own By Timothy R. Thompson Special to the Rappahannock News The Chester Cup Volunteer Fire Department hosted their annual awards and community banquet on Saturday, January 12. Members of Chester Cap Company 9 and community members gathered at the tire station for an evening of fellowship, recognition and good food. Also in attendance from the Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors was Sales Event al the Year - iST' em me Best Price ii me ft* M Your Building Mis Hr iv three day Open Noise FeNrary 7-9,2009, Iron 9 i.i. 9 p i. • Consultants available . • Refreshments provided ^ * Free gift with building purchase 18478 Industrial Road Culpeper. VA 22701 540-825-3633 Roger Welch. Following the welcome address and thanks to the community along with the blessing of the meal by Charlie Frazier from Chester Cap Baptist Church, everyone got their fill on some fantastic food brought in by members and community residents. Afterwards it was time for awards and station officer introductions. Company elections were held last month and yielded the following results: Ad ministrati ve Officers President - Chris Ubben Vice President Brandon Phillips Treasurer - Maybelle Gilkey Secretary - Samantha Williams Board of Directors - Dolores Crooke Line Officers Chief - Todd Brown Assistant Chief - Kevin Williams Captain - Clinton Wines Fire Lieutenant - Jeff Crooke EMS Captain - Evan Jayson EMS Lieutenant Kicky Fogle Awards Fire Fighter / Most Supportive - Todd Brown EMS - Brandon Phillips Jr. Fire / EMS - Mike Thompson Appreciation award for apple butter fund raiser - Earl Williams Community / Most Supportive - Chester Gap Grocery As community members were leaving they stopped to thank Chief Brown not only for the banquet, but for Chester Gaps service to the community. The members of Chester Gap Volunteer Fire Department take pride in what they do, and they do it with the utmost professionalism. They show this by not only how they do their job, but with the equipment they use. Good job and congratulations to all. Photos by Timothy R Thompson Chester Gap took delivery of their new ambulance in 2007 to better serve their community. Award winners included (l-r):Jr. Fire / Ems Mike Thompson, Vice Pres Brandon Phillips, Chief Todd Brown, and President Chris Ubben.

Tax From Page A1 totals more than $570 million and would bring in more than $3.3 million in additional tax revenue if it were taxed at the county’s rate of 59 cents per $100 of assessed value. The additional revenue would boost Rappahannock’s real-estate tax revenue, currently at $9.2 million, by 36 percent. But if land was taken out of agricultural production, what would be the cost to Rappahannock? Flint Hill resident Bill Freitag recounted how a friend’s family farm was sold off in the 1960s in Loudoun County before the state enacted the land-use system. He said parts of the farm had to be sold off each year just to pay the taxes on it. Without land use, the same thing could happen in Rappahannock, he said. The state enacted the first version of the land-use system in the 1970s. Rappahannock adopted it in 1982. “If you look at it on the basis of costs, an acre of farmland doesn’t cost much, an acre with a house on it does,” County Administrator John McCarthy said. He said any preferential tax treatment, whether it is for farmers, the elderly or the disabled, shifts some burden on those who do not qualify for the program. He said he realizes some people not in the land-use program question what they get out of it. “One of the benefits is to live in a place with a lot of open space,” McCarthy said. “Do you have to live on it to enjoy it? Some say yes, some say no.” McCarthy said Rappahannock could choose not to use the land-use system. The Board of Supervisors would have to vote to get rid of Workshop From Page A3 rural areas. The encouraging thing about Rappahannock, County Administrator John McCarthy said, is that a large number of the young people who stand in line to inherit farms actually want to do the work. The trend for several years in most parts of the United States has been for younger farming generations to move to urban areas and leave the farm behind. “We have another generation that wants to farm.” McCarthy said. “It’s very heartening to see a generation of young people - sometimes sixth, seventh generation - that wants to farm.” McCarthy said such workshops help farmers become better acquainted with tax laws and other financial considerations that they will need to face when it’s time to pass on their farms. Other groups coordinating the workshop are the Rappahannock County Conservation Alliance, the Rappuhannock NonProfit Center the Piedmont Environmental Council, the Rappuhannock Cooperative Extension Office and the Culpeper Sod and Water Conservation District. The workshop is free. A beef stew dinner will be served at 5:30 and the program will start at 6. Walk-ins are welcome, but anyone planning to attend is asked to RSVP to 987-9118 by Friday. E-mail the reporter at kallentsPti mess papers. cum. Wastewater From Page A3 sewer system will prove a boon to the town. “I think our town is in a slump and it would be important that we findg»ome way to enliven it and allow people to use their properties," she said. Mitchell said that the sewer system would allow restaurants to move in that might otherwise be concerned about overtaxed septic systems. It would also increase property values and free up owners to work on buildings limited by drain field capacity, she said. “We re sort of frozen in time nght now, and people want to buy a property or sell a property and there’s nothing you can do with it." she said. Mitchell said it would also keep failing drain fields from polluting the watershed “1 look at it as only a positive thing; 1 don’t see any negative to it at all," she said K mail the reporter at mpelkeyWt mespapens.com. it. Even if the supervisors got rid ot Lund use, properties in easement and land in agncultural and forestal districts would still qualify for land-use taxation, McCarthy said. Such districts are voluntary associations of property owners that agree with the county to not subdivide or develop their properties for a contracted amount of time, usually 10 years. The districts total some 20,000 acres in Rappahannock, McCarthy said. Also, the land-use system already has a built-m penalty for properties that are taken out of agriculture for a different use. If a landowner takes his property out of land use and stops farming it, he has to pay a rollback tax. The rollback requires the owner to pay the past five years’ worth of property taxes at the full market value plus the current years taxes. Revenue from the rollback penalty provides funding for the county's Farmland Preservation Program, which is set up to purchase development rights on farms. The rollbuck tax generates between $20,000 and $60,000 per year, McCarthy said. LCI effects Several people at the meeting also complained that when a property is in land use, the state uses its full market value, rather than its use value, when calculating how much state funding to give to county school districts. Rappahannock has a local composite index of .800 - the highest LCI possible. The number means the state provides roughly 20 percent of the cost of educating students in Rappahannock County’s public schools. Unlike land-use properties, properties in conservation easements are taxed at the land-use rate and are given that value for the purposes of the LCI. Therefore, conservation easements lower the county’s total property value to make the county seem less wealthy. Assessments Atkins was the featured guest at the Concerned Taxpayers meeting. She fielded questions about how property assessments are conducted in the county. She explained that the^ county is required to reassess properties on u cycle at least once every six years. Rappahannock employs a fouryear cvcle, the most recent was in 2005. If properties in a county are being assessed at less than 70 percent of the real market value, the county is required to do a reassessment. She said that for 2006, Rappahannock properties were assessed, on average, at 86 percent of their real market value, based on sales. The report for 2007, which is not finished yet. may reflect a downturn in the real-estate market, she said. The county contracts a firm to calculate property assessments for tax purposes. Sale prices for nearby and similar properties are the major basis for the final calculation, she said. Mon? frequent reassessments prevent large jumps in property values all at once, but they also cost the county more money to pay for the reassessment process. Next meeting Attendance at Concerned Taxpayers meetings has grown each time the group has met. The meeting -Jan. 9 was the group’s third gathering and drew some 25 people to the Rappahannock County Library. In the future. Concerned Taxpayers will be moving its monthly meetings to different locations around the county. The group’s next meeting will be in Chester Gap. For more information, contact Tom Junk at 987 -8817 or dzjtfjfe'hnsn.com. E-mail the reporter at kullent&ti mespapers.com. WW }0;s; s&8iBStoE "f"-rNTf* Kvd m y,i fy *1 *V; r 9^ 11 Pit t . i t u - * - ■< • V'tVi valid Wt?dn«»sd»iy J«*oudfV !ofTi mroodf" Monday January * 1st 10'*'u discount cm rinrt's suits sioit sepdram sportcoats i sfX"»s 1.'. K,. fit BRAND NAMES - ‘ 1- ■ I -. • • 4 • •>«■■' •.«.••*••'• •• " ! \ ..... . >c • '> «' • . >. < '<. ' . • DERAR 'MtNTS. • "• ... 1 u ts • - * 1. ‘ >. ■ •...»'» - w ■« • • 1 • * • ’ •, • ' ■ f • f 3" 1 • Cannot tv conipmtjt 1 vuf* S.>v• \js n i-.-—". : 1 Coupons ' r • ' •• • n 1 v Not ndlKl on W*pPo*v or mt«rn«t vdwrx o» at leyrtli'vvn

Sporting Calendar JANUARY 17-20 Horse Work! Expo, Maryland fairgrounds. Timontum. Md.. www. horse worldexpo.cam 19 Oak Hill Equestrian Center horse show series. White Post. (540) 837-3000. www. oakhillthoroughbreds. com 20 Hazelwild Farm winter hunter show. Fredericksburg, VHSA. BHSA. indoors, (540) 891-7101 22 Local horse trails forum, 6:30 p.m.. Warren Green Building, Warrenton, free, panel discussion with public input about local parks, trails, more, (540) 347-6848 26 Fox Chase Farm show series, Middleburg, $12,000, (540) 687-5255. www.foxchasefarm.net 27 EKG show series. Hill Valley Farm. Spotsylvania. VHSA. BHSA. (540) 5826272. www.ekgstables.com Local horsewoman, writer Sharon Miner produces third book in ‘Beloved’ series By Betsy Parker Rappahannock N**ws Staff Writer Author Sharon Miner of Aidie knows from doing: Her years in the show arena have given her a real feel for the touching stories that abound in the horse world. Her new book. “Beloved Sport Horses” plays to that theme, telling the tales of 29 talented sport horses around the nation. The new book is one in a series Miner has created over the past few years. “Sport Horses” joins “Beloved School Horses” and “Beloved Horses from Around the Country” both collections of heart-warming relationships between horses and the owners that love them. “The Beloved Horses series are collections of true stories,” Miner said. “The first book, ‘Beloved School Horses,’ described the horses from my Unicom Stable (1975-2000) and the impact they had on the lives of my riding students. As I traveled and marketed the book at horse events and saddle shops, people would tell me they had a great horse story “Those memories became the second book. ‘Beloved Horses from Around the Country.’ It continued to portray the special bond between humans and horses.” “Sport Horses.” Miner said, took that relationship to a new level, showing the deep understanding of a competition animal and human athlete-partner. “The greatest memories are not always found in the show ring,” Miner said, “but during the journey to make it there.” A local miniature horse is among Miner’s subjects — Patrick and his Orlean-based owner Kay Burnett. Other disciplines featured include show jumping, dressage, show hunters. flat racing, polo, foxhunting, Western and even trick horses. Middleburg Thoroughbred horseman Tony Bendvenga is featured in a story about the great Calumet homebred Bardstown. while Maryland hunt master Christy Clagett is featured in a chapter about her foxhunter. Some of the riders are renowned. such as show jumper Katie Prudent of Middleburg, but many others are on the way to reaching their goals. “Each story is a snapshot into the life of a competitor ymd their horse, and reveals the reason why the relationship was a memorable one.” explained Miner. Miner and husband Bob are currently wintering in Ocala, Fla. where they work for Pure Aldie-based horse show professional Sharon Miner has a third Beloved’ horses senes book out. Grace Farm and show on the HITS circuit. She also has written several adventure and mystery novels for middle school and young adult readers. ■The horse stories are amazing, amusing and inspirational,'’ Miner said. “They can be enjoyed by animal lovers of all ages.” “Beloved Sport Horses” is available at Warrenton’s Horse Country Saddlery or through the author’s Web site: www.sharonminer.com. Shiloh Baptist Pastor- Rev. Michael Tinsley Sr. Services 1st & 3rd Sunday Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship service 11 a.m. F. T. Baptist Pastor Dan Yowell Sunday Sunday School tQ a.m. Worship 11 a.m. Trinity Episcopal „ i f i Rector: Rev. Jennings W. Hobson Iff Thursday Contemplative Prayer 7 a.m. Sunday Holy Euchanst 1 8 a.m. Morning Prayer II 9:15 a m. Sunday School 10 00 a.m. Holy Euchanst II tt:QQ a.m. Wednesday Holy Euchanst and Bible Study 9:30 a.m. Promise Land Baptist Pastor Herbert Johnson Sunday Sunday School 9:45 *.m. First Baptist Pastor Rev Dr Wendell R. Grant Services. First and third Sundays tt a.m. Church School: First and third Sundays 9:45 a.m. Bible Study Wednesday 7-8 pjn. April through August St. Peter 's Catholic Parish Pastor Fr. Robert J. DeMartmo Masses Saturday Vigil. 5:30 p.m. Sunday, 8 3Q and 10 a.m. Holy Days of Obligation call 675-3432 Weekdays Tuesday-Saturday. 8 30 a.m. Confessions 4 30-5 p.m.. Saturday, after masses Forest Grove Baptist Pastor Mark DeAngelis Area Churches Sunday; Sunday School to am Worship Service 11 a.m. Contemporary service the last Sunday of each month Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Pastor: Rev. Leah DeLong FKntHM UMC-Sunday Worship at 8:45 am. .Childrens Church during the worst*p v service. Adult Sunday School at VO am_« £ call for Bible Study Schedule<675-3370) WUtts Chapel UMC - Sunday Worship at 9:55 a.m., Sunday School at 8:45 am.. Bible Study on Wednesday at &3Q p.m. SptrryvMi UMC - Sunday Worship at 11:30 a.m.,Sunday School 10:15 ajn.. Bible Study on Sunday at 2 pm. Pastor: Rev. Philip Bailey Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Monday: Christmas Eve Candlelight Service 7 pm. Wednesday: Men’s Discipieship Class 7 pm. Thursday: Adult Choir 7 pm Pastor: Rev. David Johnson Sunday: Sunday School 10 am Sunday Worship 11 ajn. Evening Worship 6:00 pm. Wednesday: Bible Study 7 pm Pastor: Rev. L. D. 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Old Dominion Hounds huntsman Gerald Keal and the pack traverse the Dominion powerline that is in contention: at issue is a proposal to widen the existing nght-of-way. Hunt for a solution ODH hosts power line 'fight’ benefit • • By Betsy Parker , Rappahannock Nows Staff Wntor FT .TNT HILL — When huntsman Gerald Keal and two dozen Old Dominion hounds disappears into a thicket just north of Windrush Farm Saturday, it is a timeless image of scarlet-clad horseman and hunting dogs traversing the Virginia Piedmont. Though the year is 2008. it could have been 1908. or before: the woodlands. Blue Ridge Mountain backdrop, open fields bordered by stone walls remain unchanged from a century ago. Foxhunting, which was imported to the area with English settlers, persists in the still-rural region. As the pack exits the far side of the covert, however, they re-enter [ the bustling 21st century. Towering metal pylons and dozens of hum' ming wires stretch from horizon to horizon.' The hounds don't seem to notice, intent on casting themselves forward: Keal doesn't look up, his attention riveted ahead to a strike hound who spoke briefly. But the hundred or so livened riders following the pack certainly notke. The power line is why they’re here. More than 100 mounted followers - and nearly as many car-toppers and foot followers - attended a hunt meet hosted by the Old Dominion Hounds Jan. 12, each donating $50 to the Fhwerhne Landowners Alliance that was created to fight a Dominion Riwer Company proposal to increase the height of the existing power towers and widen the right of way The power line bisects the ODH territory in Rappahannock County; Old Dominion is kenneled in Orlean but they hunt fixture's in both Fauquier and Rappahannock Counties. All told, adding the hunting foe plus money raised at silent and live auctions after the meet, PLA raised more than $28,000, tunds which will go towards lobbying Virginia's General Assembly and tor attorneys to represent the association, organizers said. Saturday's joint meet was co-sponsored by the Warrenton-based Casanova Hunt. Members, stall and masters from the Loudoun Hunt and Blue Ridge* Hunt also attended; all four himts have territory that will be affected by the powerhne and its increased size. “We knew a joint meet would attract the most supporters,” explained benefit organizer Gale Johnson, an Old Dominion member whose Saga Farm is bordered by the existing Dominion power line. “It affects the whole area, not just our backyard” At issue is Dominion Pow er’s plan to double the size of the existing transmission line, in height and right-of-way width, to increase power to the populous northeast corridor. The widened powerhne transects Kmlenck County and Warren, Rappahannock, Fauquier. Prince William and Loudoun Counties. In addition to raising vital funds for the PI A and the powerline fight, the hunting day itself was a success, according to Claire* Palmer, first whip for ODH. Two braces of taxes were* found, with two runs of more than 40 minute's e*ach, both were* over a thre*e*-mile* point. Photographer Dana Thompson has pasted many image's of the joint meet on her We*b site: www.pnntnxmi.com/pra/danathompson. Angefoa Kelly of HorseGirlTV conducted a live interview with ODH master Gus Forbush - sex* it online at www.horse*girltv.com. There* are also image's on the* ODH We*b site: www.old-dominion-hounds.org. Horses & People Forunrs^t Jan. 22 A horse trails forum to define the needs of horse owners in Fauquier County and create a plan for addressing them will be held m Warrenton Jim. 22. The event is sponsored by tin' Virginia Department of Conservation iuhI Recreation. Fauquier County I'arks and Hec. Virginia Division of Forestry', the Tnulhlazers riding dub. Fhuquier Trails Coalition, and the Fauquier County Extension Service. The event is set Tuesday. Jan. 22 at 6:J0 pan. at the Warren Green Building in Warrenton Anyone with an interest in the current and future recreation needs of horse owners in Fauquier Countv is invited to participate m the free forum. Space is limited, so while not required, indication of attendance would help in planning Call t540> 347-684S or E-mail parksfe'Tauquiereounty gov. Winners feted The annual Crystal Crown judged pleasure ride series prut's will lie handed out at the Battlefield Equestrian Society brunch Sunday. Jan. 27. The event begins at 10:JO a.m. at the Evergreen Country Club in Haymarket. Serial guest speaker Keid Folsom will discuss judging liurly ;u\d riding obstacles. The cost is $35 per persun. Make reservations at l703> 7550034. Help the homeless 41v.iws, a cat adoption organization, is looking tor holm's in area horse hams for feral cats they have rescued from squalid conditions in northern Virginia cities Information is available at *703> 715-0309 or E-mail mfiK'dourpaws.org. Seminar slated The Virginia Horst* Shows Association will host a seminar Fob 2 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at “the Manakin Equestrian ('enter. I*urticipants will learn bmiding, wrapping, vet care, in-hand showing techniques and more, hunch is included in the $50 prepurchase prim. Tickets an* $00 at the dixir Call for details: |540> .349 0910

Panthers’ lead crumbles in fourth quarter By Kevin Allen RappahumiMi k News Staff Writer With a little more than one minute left in the third quarter Monday at Rappahannock County High School, the Panthers’ varsity boys basketball team was sitting pretty. Rappahannock had outscored visiting Calvary Temple 18-10 since halftime to take an eight-point lead, and a foul away from the ball had given the home team an extra possession under its own basket. But that turned out to be the high point for the Panthers, as the Conquerers mounted a comeback that led to a 53-44 vie tory for the school from Sterling. After building a 42-34 advantage late in the third quarter, the Panthers were outscored 19-2 during the game’s final nine minutes, “Our shot selection was terrible,” Rappahannock coach Bob Czekaj said after the game.1 “What we did to get the eightpoint lead we quit doing. “How can you score 18 points in the third quarter and two in the fourth? It’s the same team,” said a frustrated Czekaj. 'That’s not knowing how to win. They don't know how to finish a game.” Making things more difficult for the Pfinthers was Calvary’s Dean Hogan, pictured here against Madison County on Jan. 9, scored eight points in Rappahannock County’s 53-44 loss to Calvary Temple on Monday. Photo by Ann Spieker Owls can’t complete comeback By Matt Pklkey Kappahuiuuvk. Stuff Writer Wakefield Country Day School's boys' and girls’ varsity basketball teams held their own against Kandolph-Nlacon Academy this past Thursday. The girls came away with a conference win. and a fourthquarter comeback put the boys just 6 points behind the Yellow Jackets at the end of the game. ‘'Hungs are starting to come together." said girls' coach Lisa Bodine. The 2t>-18 victory for the girls brings them to 1-0 in the conference and 3-7 overall. "We play full court, aggressive, up-tempo," Bodine said. Wakefield's boys struggled in the fust time quarters of the* game before rallying in the fourth. The the Is' Brian Shafran's opened the game with a 3-pointer. but the team had trouble putting points on the board after that, with Shafran. an eighthgrade guard, driving the lane again and again only to hit a thicket of Macon players. Wakefield's passing game was kept at bay too. Attempts to get the ball inside the threepomt line wen* picked off. and shots t'rum behind the line hit the backboard or run more often than the net. At the end of the first quarter Wakefield trailed 17-7. In the second quarter, the Yellow Jackets took advantage of a number of fast breaks. They tossed in easy layups and held onto their lead, finishing the half at 34-21. The Owls wen' down by 15 points going into the fourth quarter, but then things started going their way. Forward Andrew Smith hit two 3- pointers and topped those off with with five tree throws, bringing him to 11 points in the fourth quarter and 31 m the game. Wakefield racked up li points to Macon’s 7, but the surge wasn't enough to put the Owls ahead. The Yellow Jackets' head coach Sylvio Brutus told his players liefore the game that they could walk away with their first lonfetvnce win that night, and U\. t is exactly what they did. Randolph Macon is now l 0 m the coiifereniv and 3-5 overall The Ow ls are 0-2 m the con lerence and 2 S overall. /•.' mail tht• rr/xirfcr at Sports Briefs Ffeuquier Mustangs 10U Baseball The Fauquier Mustangs, a 10U travel baseball team, are looking for a few players to round out their roster for the Spring 2008 season. The Mustangs participate in a local trawl league', various regional tournaments and will also be participating in the Cooper*town Dreams tournament in Cooperstown, NY in 2008. Players bum on or after May 1, 1997 are* eligible. 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Our professional and compassionate staff is here to assist you w h e never y o u n e e d u s Contact us 24 hours a day at (540)347-3431 You are mv ited to tour of our tastefully - appointed facility at 233 Hioadvievv Ave . Warrcnton He 11iv />n)in/ lo .verve vour IkIiiiiU , I »i.in u/io iv n,<i ii/r.iij iif the ve.i ill \<>ini he JrowncJ A*hn Vi «k't' Stephen Spriggs. The senior scored a game-high 26 points for the Conquerers. Travis Jenkins scored Rappahannock’s only two points in the fourth quarter and led his team with 14 points in the game. Dean Hogan scored eight points, Chase Tupper and Steve Dodson netted seven apiece and Will Boelte chipped in six for the Panthers. Rappahannock (2-10 overall, 0-2 in the Bull Run District) was scheduled to play at Strasburg on Wednesday night, but the game ended after press time. The Panthers’ next game is against George Mason on Friday at RCHS. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. GBB: RCHS 41, Calvary 34 Rappahannock County's varsity girls basketball team picked up its first win in more than a month on Monday with a 41-34 home victory over Calvary Temple. The Panthers made their big move in the third quarter, outscoring the Conquerers 19-11 in the period to t;ike a 30-20 lead into the final frame. Noel Johns led Rappahannock with 16 points, scoring 10 of those in the thin! quarter. Kim Hutcheson added nine points, Emily Carter scored six and Megan Lee chipped in 5 in the winning effort. The Panthers’ next game is tonight at 7:30 at George Mason. E-mail the rept>rter at kallen@tirm’$paper$.cvm. Athelete ofthe Week Name: Noei jonns School: Rappahannock County High School Sport: Basketball Class: Senior Hometown: Woodville Family: Parents, Chris and Elizabeth; sister, Louise. 15; brother, Timothy, 11 This week’s accomplishment: Johns led the Panthers with 16 points in a 41-34 win versus Calvary Temple on Monday. What she likes about sports: “For an hour and a half or two, you don’t have any worries. ... You just get to have fun and let out all your energy” Plans for the future: She plans to attend college, but is undecided on a major. She has already been accepted at Emory and Henry College and is waiting to hear from other schools. MMMNM CARROLL JUNIOR FRAZIER Carroll Junior Frazier. b.V recently ot C ulpeper, died January 7, 2008 at the home of hts youngest daughter Angela ' Albrecht, in Amissyille, \a He was born on November 4. 1444, tn Warrenton, Virginia to the late C arroll Ashton and Finnic Mae Baker Frazier. Mr Frazier was skilled and talented m many trades during his lifetime He loved to tease and laugh with everyone he met He was a holiness believer who loved the Jord and yearned to be drawn nearer to him He is survived bv two sons, Carroll Anthony Frazier of Culpeper and l odd Ashton Frazier of Rectortown, two daughters, Faye Annette Bowlut and Angela Rene Albiecht of Vnussv die. eight grandchildren and many friends including Greg and Junior Pullen and one dear friend since childhood. Richard Fluiries. Also surviving him are one brother. Jimmy Frazier of Culpeper; and six sisters, Gladys Blankenship of Farmsville, Ohio, Marie Fewell and Mae Shepherd ot Amissv rile. Bessie Settle of Sperry v die, and Florence Ramey and Dale Frazier of Rixeyv tile He was preceded in death bv two brothers, t ail Ashton Frazier and Richard Daniel Frazier and one sister, Nellie Grove Woodward Mr. C arroll Anthony Frazier Mr lodd Ashton Frazier. Mr Jeffrey Nichols, Mr. Michael Fewell. Mr Gregorv Pullen and Mr Junior Pullen are aettng as pallbearers. Mr Richard Haines, Mr Wallace Woodward and Mr Ronald Frazier are honoiary pallbearers An old fashioned family funeral service for an old fashioned tlimily man was held on January 10. 2008, at Amissv die Full Gospel Church, Amissv die. Virginia with Pastor Paul Morkce officiating. Interment followed at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens, Jeffersonton Memorial contributions may be made to the l ighthouse Full Gospel Church e o Pastor Paul Markee at 800 Salem Church Road. Stephens City. Virginia 22o55 or to the Hospice of the Raptdan at P O Box 1715. C'ulpeper. Virginia 22701 l t* online xue\tbtM>k is available at wwH\fo44nduntisom\.i om Funeral Cmm or Martin Wboda . SPIRKWIII.F. 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The rise of Jeremy Diley: RCHS wrestler is turning By Stkyk Franklin Rappahannock Nt'W'i Stall Wntvr Saturday’s showdown between Rappahannock County 285pounder Jeremy Phley and Culpeper heavyweight Kris Stewardson in the finals of the 2tX)8 Manassas Park Invitational was the ultimate David versus Gohath match-up. Diley entered Saturday’s. Kittle with an 11-3 record after winning his first two matches on the day. But before this season. Diley had a mere six wins in his varsity wrestling career. And ho hadn’t wrestled anyone near the caliber of his Culpeper opponent. Meanwhile, on the other side of the mat, Culpepers mammoth grappler entered the match-up with a 21-4 mark and was a Northwest Region qualifier from a year ago. 1 ie had an 85-32 mark in his three years as a varsity starter. Stewardson was the quicker, more experienced, and stronger wrestler. And he hailed from a school that was six times the Jeremy Ditey locks up with Culpeper’s Kris Stewardson. size of Rappahannock County. The two had tangled hist sea-, son. with Stewardson winning by pin just seconds into the match. Buzz began to ci inflate around the Manassas Park High School gymnasium that Stewardson would flatten Diley in the first •tO seconds. It'd Iv a miracle if the RCHSjunior wrestler maik> it out of the first rPund. Except for maybe a handful of people in the northeast corner of the bleachers, nearly everyone in the gym anticipated Stewardson throwing Dilev in his trademark liear hug and slapping the ROHS wivstler to his back. If it wen* a college football game, Stewardson would’ve l>oen favored by 50 points. Ihley walked out onto the mat looking to prove everyone wrong. In the first ten seconds of the match. Diley caught Stewardson off guard and took the ogre to the ground to go up ‘d-0. The crowd let out a huge roar as it climbed behind Rappahannock's underdog. A smirk came across Stewardson face, a sign of confidence and perhaps a little worry from the Blue Devils big man. Stewardson tied the match 1-2 with a reversal just at H I N (» Statt Photos Steve Franklin Jeremy Diley (bottom) is 11-4 on the season. before the horn sounded .to end period one. In period two, Stewardson escaped to make it 3-2,. But Diley kept fighting, and the more he battled the louder the crowd cheered. Diley again out-grappled Stewardson on their feet, and recorded a takedown to make it 4-3 in his favor. An escape by Stewardson made it 4-4 with just two minute's remaining. With the match still knotted at 4-4 in the final minute, Stewardson struggled to get free of Diley’s grasp. Needing only an escape to earn victory, Stewardson broke free with 29 seconds remaining to go up 5-4. The one-point maneuver forced Diley to go for a takedown, but with 16 seconds remaining, Diley got caught and Stewardson took him to the ground to seal a 7-4 decision. Diley had lost the lost the match, but gained the respect of wrestlers and fans throughout the complex. “That kids tough,” Stewardson said afterwards. Tve got to give him credit. He’s a much better wrestler than he was a year ago.” The loss was the first in nine matches for the RCHS heuvyweight. “I’ve been getting more experience,” Diley said. The more you wrestle, the better you get.” The match-up with Stewarson marks one of the few times Diley has gone the distance this season. He’s won eight of 11 matches by pin, and in three of his four losses, he SlUKiiCShillelaghs THE TRAVEL CLUB CRUISING AROUND CAPE HORN. March 8-22.$2044 Includes Air from Dulles. 13-Nights on RC'CL.s "Splendour of the Seas" with all Meals A $2199 l.nlerlainmcnl & Transfers CROATIA. March 24 - April 2, Includes Air from Dulles. 8 Nights Hotel. Daily Breakfast. 4 Dinners. Translcrs & Sightseeing ALASKA CRUISE. 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Next year could be even bigger." Diley is striving to win a district title this season, and would like to qualify for the state tournament. “It'd be nice to win a district championship, but it isn’t going to be easy," Diley said. There’s some good wrestlers in our district. My goul is to make it to states. It would be u good year if I could do that.” However, unlike most wrestlers, Diley won't lose any sleep if he doesn't reach his goal. "Wrestling is fun,” Diley said. “If you win, then great. If you lose, you lose, there’s no sense in worrying about it, because you can't do nothing about it. You’ve just got to pick yourself up and do hotter next time. All you can do is give your best. Sometimes that's enough, sometimes it isn’t.” You could save. Just leave it to your favorite talking Gecko. • Convenient local office • Money-saving discounts • Low down payments • Monthly payment plans • 24-hour service and claims • Coverage available by phone Local Office CALL FOR A FREE RATE QUOTE. 540-785-0022 •'«, ■■ \ , .tff *r ►>! i ,v»t !» «*•/"** »** r» r#*». >i • • . . > * rm—.J ■ . r > • • ?»*•#**» *| S v.'» * ' »v* n* ' • V/iH> yv .*•'• Let’s leave the football program alone The whispers have already started. A mere two months removed from the high school football season, and the program is already under attack A few folks on their high horses are once again out to see that the children of Rappahannock County again never get the chance to play high school football. Some want to strip these kids from the only chance they 11 ever get to play organized football. What a shame. I'm guessing these people never got the chance to play organized sports. Maybe they’re holding grudges. Maybe they were cut from their high school football team. Who knows? Obviously, they never got a chance to be part of a team. To Call me Coach St«v* franklin learn the educational value that team sports stress. The lessons that these 40plus boys learned from being part of the Panthers football team will be carried throughout life. They’ve learned the individual sacrifice that’s often necessary to better the group. They’ve learned the value of pride. They’ve learned that discipline breeds success. 1 could go on and on. Needless to say, but being part of the football program has strong educational values. But this clan doesn’t seem to see it that way. All they see is that $20,000 of their tax money has gone to the football program this fall. So what? Those band uniforms and instruments aren’t free, are we going to do away with the band? The academic team didn’t make any money, are we talking about squashing that? Do you make money in soccer? No. Good, then let’s get rid of that. How about school buses, you know what fuel cost these day? I bet we could save $200,000 if we made the par ents transport the kids themselves. And books, do we really need books? We’ve got the Internet, that will suffice. My point is this. What price do we put on a kids education? Is $5<X) per student too much to spend so that they can make memories that will last a lifetime ’ Why strip them of things that will benefit them later in life? Not every student learns from sitting in a classroom Some learn through interaction and by playing sports. We need to consider this. The way I see it, maybe* we haven’t invested enough in the football program. in any business, it you want to make money, you've got to In* willing to spend it. Now 1 know that schools aren’t out to make money, but tell that to these penny-pinchers who want to cut football out of the county. If you invest $350,000 to light the fields, you’ll draw more fans, and in turn more revenue. Statistics show that Friday night football games draw three to four times as many fans as Saturday games. Instead of 200 on Saturday, you get H00 on Friday night. At $5. a pop, that’s $3,000 dollars more revenue. Do that five times, and you’ve increased revenue by $15,000 per season. Throw in the other seven or eight sports that will gain revenue from the lighting, and the athletic gate* receipts will be thirty to thirty-five thousand dollars more. That means in 10 years or so, the lights will pay for themselves, and will also help support the football program. So let’s invest in our kids' education, instead of backing out.

All submissions in Upcoming Events must be received b\ 3 pm on Mondays in order to be included.in the next edition of the paper. Send email to Jan Clatterbuck at Jclatterbuck@timespapers.com Please be sure to include n name and telephone number for informaUpcoming 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 atshefhn@timespapi-rs.com or phone her at 1540) 347-4222. Specials at the Public House Mardi Gras Specials all month ending on Fat Tuesday February 5 Laissez Les Bon Temp Roule! Fish Fry Every Friday, All Winter! Join Us!! Phone (540) 675-1700 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 through March 8. For more information please contact Kelly Settle at RCHS at 540.987.8575 ext. 22 or kjsettle@rappahannbck.k12.va.us ^ Jan. 17; RappFLOW Monthly Meeting Please join RappFLOWers for our regular monthly meeting on January 17, from 6:30 to 8:00 at The Sperryville Schoolhouse. We will be working on the continued planning for our big events during Clean Streams Days in Rappahannock County. Interested? Please come find out all about Clean Streams Days on January 17! We need volunteers, and your help would be greatly appreciated' See you there. Jan. 17: Aging Together Quarterly Report The Aging Together partnership will hold its quarterly meeting to update the community on the regional activities of the partnership on Jan. 17 at the Culpeper Library from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. The agenda will include information about the county teams and regional work groups, updates on the Aging Together Speaker's Bureau, and a presentation by members of the newly formed VOAD coalition about how volunteers can work together during times of emergency or disaster. All interested citizens are invited to attend. For more information call 540-820-6405 or email info@agingtogether.org. Jan 17: Spay and Neuter Program The Rappahannock Animal Welfare League (RAWL), in collaboration with the Shenandoah Valley Spay and Neuter Clinic, continues monthly trips to fix pets. Under this new program, costs of “fixing" pets are reduced dramatically. Line up your dog or cat for one of the van trips to Harrisonburg and pay far less than usual for this service. The next trip is February 6. Please register your pet and pay in person, in advance, at the RAWL shelter in Amissville. First come, first served. For further information, call the shelter at ,540-937-3283 between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. seven days a week. On Friday. Jan. 18. from 9 a. m. to 3 p.m. the Ladies Auxiliary will have their $5 bag sale at the Washington Thrift Shop in Washington. Call Jean Alther at 675-3844 for more information. RAAC Movies presents "3:10 to Yuma" on Jan. 18 at 8 p.m. at The Theatre in Washington. Admission $6 adults, $4 students. Starring Russell Crowe, Christian Bale, Alan Tudyk, Peter Fonda. When outlaw Ben Wade is captured in a small town, Dan Evans, desperate for money, volunteers to watch the outlaw until his train to Yuma arrives. While in custody Ben tries to convince Dan to let him go by tempting him with much more money than the job offers in this fascinating battle of wills. Rated R. 117 minutes, 2007 earlier snows, it has been an instant sellout. There is a long waiting list for any tickets which become available." Jan. 18: Bag Sale Jan. 18: M3:10 to Yuma” Jan. 19: “An Evening with Mark Russell” Jan. 19: Tanker Fund Breakfast The Washington Volunteer Fire and Rescue, Company .1, will hold a fund raiser breakfast on January 19 from 7 a. m. to 11 a. m„ at the Washington Fire Hall, located at 10 Firehouse Lane in Washington. Funds raised will go to help replace the 35-year-old Tanker truck currently m use. Come join us for hot coffee, biscuits, pancakes with all the trimmings and lots of fun while you help your local volunteer fire fighters purchase this badly needed fire truck. Jan. 19: Come help a community member We are having a spaghetti and chili dinner for Washington resident David Pullen. David has been diagnosed with parasites and has been dealing with this illness for quite some time. As we all know medical needs are expensive as well as the cost of getting to and from doctor Visits. David has a chance to visit the Leading Institution of Parasites in Arizona who are willing to help him. Please come and enjoy dinner and dessert to help benefit David Pullen this Saturday. January 19: at the Flint Hill Volunteer Fire Department from 5 p.m. - 9 p.m Donations are appreciated Jan. 19: RappCats meeting RappCats, the new group working to help Rappahannock's homeless cats, will hold its first annual organization meeting at the library on Saturday, January 19. at 10:00 a.m. Initiated in June. 2007, RappCats has made considerable strides in establishing itself as a communitywide organization. Anybody who has an interest in what we re doing is II APPAHANNOCK EAL ESTATE ESOURCES Nfc J.oiMjlitn V A, lUfH*M ||*> HANDYMAN SPtCML"! 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Meeting attendees will review RappCats' accomplishments in 2007. help set priorities for 2008 and elect a new Board of Directors. For more information, click on www.RappCats org or call 987-8410. or email: FES@FESchmidt.com. 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. Field at The Theatre in Washington on Gay Street. Starts at 4 p.m. Jan. 20: The Ecosystem of Winter Vegetable Gardens in Unheated Hoop houses Workshop Sunday January 20th. 12:30-4:00 If you are inclined to greater self-sufficiency or want to extend your vegetable produce beyond what is considered the normal season, learn how-to reliably in this 3 1/2 hour workshop. We ll examine winter greens in an unheated hoop house; iearn the basics of siting; materials. inner garden bed construction; cultivation requirements; plant selection; timing and more. Using cold frames and row covers in the outdoor garden to prolong the garden season will be included, as well as other pertinent topics; phenomenology; permaculture; the "seasons" of the hoop house garden and beneficial insects. All informed from 10 years + experience of growing (and eating') in winter, within our local micro-climactic conditions and the seasonal weather variables. For more information email: mto@fieldandflower.com or call Donna La Pre at 675-2365 Jan. 20: Baseball registration RAARCB Spring 2008 Baseball Registration on Sunday. January 20. 2008 at the Amissviile Firehouse from 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. If you are new to RAA RCB please bring your child's birth certificate to registration. For more information and registration forms please visit our website at www rappculpbaseball com or contact Debbie Asero at (540)937-4952. Jan. 23: Rower arranging classes offered The Rappahannock County Garden Club is again offering classes in basic flower arranging to any interested resident. Classes will be offered on Wednesday mornings beginning January 23 from 11a.m. to 1 p.m. at Trinity Episcopal Church Parish Hall. Participants - beginners or experienced arrangers - wiii supply their own flowers and containers and will learn the principles of design by making individual arrangements each week under the direction of Linda Taylor. Classes will run through mid-March, and the fee for the series of classes is $40. For quesfions and registration, please call Susan Jones. 675-3152. Jan. 23: Rower, Drawing and Painting classes Flower, drawing and painting classes, eight Wednesdays, from 1-3 p. m. Also children s book Illustration eight-week course from 7-9 p. m. For children s classes, please call for scheduling. For details call Brown-Wing Studio and The Victorian Naturalist, at 540-987-9414, located at 11692 Lee Highway, Sperryville. Jan. 24: Planning for the Next Generation: Estate Planning for Farmers Will it be a challenge to divide your farm among your children? Have you minimized the estate taxes that will be levied against your farm? Come learn the latest options to address these challenges and hear from Lindsay Eastham and Dick McNear about how estate planning helped their family farm. All farmers are invited to attend this free estate planning workshop sponsored by the Rappahannock County Farm Bureau. This event wili be held from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. at the Schoolhouse in Sperryville A free beef stew dinner will be served at 5:30. Please call RCCA at 987 9118 with any questions and to RSVP by Friday, January 18 although walk-ins always welcome. Jan. 24: Elder Care Committee Meeting Elder Care Committee will be resuming their monthly meetings starting on Thursday. January 24. at the Library at 1 pm. For more information call Sharon at 675-3313 Jan. 25: Rucker Farm Shareholder meeting Rucker Farm Shareholder meeting will be Jan. "25 at Rappahannock Library at 7-8:30 p m. Open to visitors. For more information contact Heidi Eastham at 540-675-9996. Jan. 26: The Waggjn’ 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 S 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 fnend. The program utilizes registered therapy dog teams who are 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 a.m.- 11:30 a m. at Brown-Wing Studios, 11692 Lee Hwy. Sperryville to meet our Books & Barks teams & to find out more aboul our program. For info & directions, call: 540-987-9632. Jan. 26: Jazz Piano Trio A classic jazz piano trio playing classic standards starring Bill Harris on piano. Chuck Redd on drums and Tommy Cecil on bass. Tickets are $20 for adults and $5 for students 18 and under. Phone The Theatre at (540) 675-1253. email at TheatreVA@aol.com or visit www.Theatre-Washington-VA.com Jan. 27: Open House “Wakefield Country Day School is a college preparatory PS-12 day school in the classical tradition. Its mission is to develop each child’s intellect and character to its fullest potential in a nurtunng environment. WCDS would ^e to invite families to our upcoming open house on Sunday. January 27. horn 1-3 p.m. The school is located in scenic Rappahannock County at 1059 Zachary Taylor Highway in Flin Hill, Virginia. For more information contact 540-635-8555 x227. Jan. 28: Constituent concerns. * Congressman Eric Cantor's District Director. Jennifer Nolen, will be available to discuss constituent concerns on Monday. Jan. 28, fron Noon - 1:00 p.m. at the Rappahannock County Library. 4 Library Road, Washington. VA. Constituents who wish to make direct contact with Congressman Cantor s District Office may call 1 -800-438-3793. In addition, constituents may visit http/ cantor, house , gov Feb. 10: Annual Bland Music Concert The Rappahannock Lions Club Bland Music Contest" will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday. Feb. 10, at the Theatre in Washington, Virginia. Vocalists and instrumentalists in elementary grades through seniors are cordially invited to participate in the annual contest exclusively for Rappahannock County students. Registration forms have been place* with the music directors in each public and private school. Completed forms must be returned no later than February 1. Winners of the contest in elementary/middle school and high school categories in vocal and instrumental divisions will receive casn awards. All contestants wi receive Official Bland Contest Certificates. For information, please contact Bob Lander: 540-987-8504; kplander@aol.com Feb. ±6,17: Irresistible Chocolates and Cabernet Event entry: 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. winery open until 5:00 pm Treat your Valentine to a vast array of decadent chocolate dessert; and Cabernet at the premier Valentine winery event in Virginia! $15 per person includes unlimited desserts, tastings of gold-medal winning red wines and an all new Valentine glass1 Gray Ghost is located at

Alaynna Renee Compton It’s a girl Alaynna Renee Compton, was bom on Dec. 18, weighing 8 lbs. 9 ozs. She was welcomed home by her proud parents, Jeff and Destiny Compton, and her big brother, Hunter. Maternal grandparents are Carl and Donna Menefee of Madison. Paternal grandparents are Ray and Darlene I Compton of Castleton. Welcome Alaynna! The work is 85 percent compassion The rewards and the challenges of volunteer work as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) were emphasized by Jamie Matthews and Geraldine Payne, Sperryville's very parttime EMTs. at the community information meeting on January 9 at the Sperrvville Volunteer Rescue Squad. An EMT is a professionally trained person certified in prehospital care, CPR, treatment of on the lookout.. for 2008 We are collecting information for our upcoming summer camp insert, if you have a summer camp that you would like included, please provide us with the following information. • Name of Camp Sponsor • Camp Activities • Camp Physical Address • Camp mailing address • Camp administrator • Contact number • Email • Web address • Registration deadline • Target age • Fee JFauquier (Hmes'Democrat &itqmer Ctmws-Drnwa Jt Call or send your camp information to Kathy Godfrey or Mary Ann Stewart 540-347-4222 kgodfrey@timespapers.com or mstewart@timespapers.com Sperryville Barbara Adotfi adolfibarbara@ verizon.net (540) 987-8682 trauma wounds, patient packaging (immobilization) and treatment of cardio and respiratory issues. Eighty-five percent of the time the work does not entail an immediate need for life sustaining effort. Some calls involve compassion toward disoriented elderly. Some calls require packaging a person for transport by ambulance or helicopter for medical care. Some calls require far greater intervention where there are life threatening injuries or illness. Sperryville Rescue Squad has the largest geographic area to cover and currently has the smallest squad in the county. The good news is that about eight people have signed up for EMT training that begins at the Sperryville Rescue Squad in February! Richie Burke, a volunteer for 25 years, spoke to the issues of declining volunteer rescue and fire squads throughout the county and the dilemmas that creates for safety. The SVRS Board is moving forward in a determined way to rebuild our squad. Jamie and Geraldine strongly emphasized Photo by E. Raymond boc SPERRYVILLE SIGNUP: President of the SperryvilfeVolunteer Rescue Squad Donald Gore (l)and board member Harold Beebout(r) assist Lena Jernigan, Matt Barrett and Lee Butler in filling out applications to join SVRS at last Wednesday’s community meeting. that the primary need is for EMTs, without which there is no squad. Others who came to the meeting were there to volunteer for administrative and technical support. We will soon be calling for volunteers to be trained to drive the rescue vehicles. Thanks to those who have volunteered for EMT training. Our lives depend on you and we are most grateful. It is still not too late to sign up for class. Call Geraldine Payne 987-9186, Jamie Matthews 987-8268 or Ray Boc 987-9706. Christina and Caleb celebrate In a time when the average age of residents is rising in our county, we particularly want to wish a happy birthday to someone under 30 who has fallen in love with Sperryville and wants >> Oasis Vineyard, Hume, VA 108 acres with mountain views, 60-+- acres in grapes, P,<HiO sq.ft production/entertainment facility. * F rench country home \v/ 4 bedrooms, 4.S baths, 4 fireplaces, formal living and timing room, taniilv room, ret room, otttec, sauna. Lower level storage and 2 car garage. Large terrace, swimmine pool. Separate 1 bedroom guest house. S4. r>U,tM)tt, Cedarbreak, Amissville, VA < '.hi >ice liW- acre w < x ided parcel near large farms. Rolling hills, streams anil mountain view s. I he romantic ruins ot an olil 1< 10 calnn still stand on the property. This is the ideal parcel tor a weekend home or hunt hox. Tangle wood, r ront koyal, va The most beautiful home in town. langlewooel b.statc boasts a tastefully appointed, elegant tour bedroom historic main house with en suite baths, a large, fully renovated two bedroom guest house. 2.5 acres ot park like grounds. Approved for use as a Heel and breakfast. Absolutely gorgeous. $1,485,1(00. Lvnn Wilev 540-253-7441 Alan Zuschlag 540-937-6124 Howie Swaim 540-675-9999 Royal Avenue, Front Royal, VA |,ovel\, 192‘> wdl built stone home with 5 bedrooms and 2.5 baths on ncarh one-third ot an acre Cneat in-town location. Zoned tor residential or commercial use. Superb investment potential. $44'*,it(Wt. Gastije Mtn Farm, Castijeton, VA Spectacular sportsman estate on 2(M ac res with outstanding panoramic views ot the Blue Ridge Mountains, f ields, orchards, streams, and. forests combined With dramatic frontage on the l hornton River otter outstanding tishing, boating, ridmg ami hunting. < .ontemporary 5 bedroom home. S3/WSJ M V Horseshoe Hollow, Washington, VA Beautiful 100 acre parrel in area <>t larger farms anil estates. Streams, stone walls, nice views, trails ami open fields. Perfect for farm, vtricvard, or private weekend retreat. Several ideal home locations. In its niitrcn $1,.>48,500 or 5t> acre lower parcel tor S~40,500 and v wooded 50 acre upper parcel toi Wl1),! too. 540-675-9999 Alan Zuschlag 540-937-6124 Alan Zuschlag 540-937-6124 Howie Swaim Leeds Manor Road, Markham, Va l.ovtlv home with 2+ bedrooms 2 baths, sunroom and towering stone fireplace. Arrist studio. 3 bay garage amt various outbuildings on 30 acres tit 1 parcels lor $1,1"’3,00U. Also available are 22+/- acres with 3 p<aids, boat house and spectacular v iews tor >63o,IMN> or the house on Xt / acres for >6.30,000. Ridgeview, Washington, VA Ran. treasure <>t f>4 wooded acres. 25 <>t winch is a certified tree farm, some pines, l>al nice tn hardwoods. Several streams and walldnc; paths. Wildlife abounds - t«>\, deer, Ik ar.' itarkcv . and other birds. Private location oil dead etui road close to Imviut W ashin^ton. Several Intildmo sites \ lew s , ( >ld Rat; Mountain. S'Ws.OOO. Mountainside Chalet, Washington, VA 3 bedroom, 2 hath mountainside chilli t otters stunning views. Terrific outiioor entertaining, mature landscaping, and 2 car garage. Private 53 acre. mosth wooded parcel with me.ulow s. beautiful ham with stone tounilation. (’harming children’s trie house. Ideal weekend retreat. Ml. I Lynn Wiley =>4U-W7-S(>(iK Alan /.usc nia^ .S-+U-V.1/-OIZ-4 540-253-7441 Amy Slo.i nc 'I miners Photo by-E. Raymond Boc ALL IN THE FAMILY: Eunice Weaver was joined by her two sons, Paul and James Hanes, at Saturday’s Pickin’ Party held at the Sperryville Volunteer Fire Department. It was attended by more than 70 bluegrass and country music fans. to make it her. home. You’ve seen her smile and experienced her cheery greeting at Rae’s, where she works part-time. Very best wishes to Christina Culley and her darling son Caleb, now 7-years old. Both of them celebrate their birthdays this week. Christina is a massage therapist and can be reached at 987-9189 for appointments. Let’s keep her busy so she will stay right here in her new community! Religious Notes Dr. Elmer L. Towns Dr. Elmer L. Tbwns, cofounder of Liberty University and Dean of the School of Religion will present a seminar. “Teaching to Influence Lives,” « an open event hosted hv the Novum Baptist Church on January 18-19 in Reva. Dr. i Elmer Tbwns (DMin, Fuller « Theological Seminary) is an author and editor of popular and scholarly works, a seminar lecturer, and the creator of over 20 resource packets for -leadership education. He has published over 50 books, including l four CBA bestsellers and the 1995 Gold Medallion Book of the Year, The Names of the Holy Spirit. ‘This seminar is for i all Sunday School teachers and ’ everyone interested in excellence in Christian education,” said Nancy Sharman, Superintendent of Novum Sunday School. Novum Pastor Jeff Light added, “This seminar is designed to challenge us to be more open to God’s leadership and to help us teach to transform lives for the Kingdom of Christ. We see this as an impe tant opportunity and invite everyone among the regional Christian community to come and take advantage.” The seminar will begin Friday evening, Jan. 18, from 5:30 - 9:00 p.m.; it will continue Saturday morning, Jan. 19, from 8:00 a.m. to noon. A catered dinner will lx- included Friday night and refreshments will be available during breaks Child care will be provided for infants and toddlers. A suggested donation of $8.00 per participant will be invited during registration to cover costs. The Novum Baptist Church is located on Novum Church Road (Route 605 > in Reva Please* contact Pastor Jeff Light at (540) 987-9523 to register and/or for additional information. Information regarding Dr. Towns is available at www.elmertowns.com.

Obituary Thomas J. Henry Friends in Rappahannock Thomas J. Henry, Jr., 65, of Winchester, died January 8 2008, at Heritage Hall in Front Royal. Mr. Henry was born March 14, 1942, in Tysons Comer, VA, son of the late Thomas J. Henry, Sr. and Frances Popkins Henry He was a musician. Mr. Henry is survived by six children and two sisters, Mary Rickman of Winchester, VA, and Margie White of Vienna, VA. Services are being handled by Maddox Funeral Home in Front Royal and will be private. The Rappahannock News and the Rappahannock Animal Welfare League (RAWL) present Your Next Best Friend: Dover Photo by Lih Duvall My official name is Dover, however it might as well be “Ready”. I am prepared, you see, to move right in. Got it all down pat: housebroken, guard duty, place to curl up, quiet when you are - all that domestic stuff. Most of all, I am ready to play. The photograph doesn't show all my musculature, but I am a very vigorous, happy player. I may look like a Dalmatian, but that’s not it: my parents are Border Collie and Lab. C'mon! Get the Frisbee and meet me in the yard. This past week 5 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 Let’s plan a food fair! Last weekend we made our annual January pilgrimage to the Pennsylvania Farm Show in Harrisburg. It is billed as the largest indoor agricultural exposition in the U.S. I don’t know if that’s true but our feet can testify to it being plenty large! There is an enormous building full of nothing but machinery and Mike can happily spend a couple of hours there. There is bam after bam after bam of animals, which we both love. And, we spend an extra long time with all the goats. But one of my favorite parts of the show are the local food producers who are there selling their wares. Granted, this being January, we’re not getting fresh vegetables! But somehow we find plenty to buy and always come home loaded up with treats. I’ve been very focused for Amissville Julie Emery 937-2315 Julie@ JulieEmery.com much of the last year with getting more of our food locally. And, going to the Pennsylvania Farm Show this year hatched an idea. I realized that I would never have known about some of the food purveyors I found there if not for this show. I don’t think I’m the only person trying to find more sources of local food. When I mention local food producers here in Amissville in one of my columns I inevitably get calls from people that they had no idea that these resources were available in Rappahannock County. So how do local consumers find out about local food producers? I believe a fair designed to connect the two groups would be a great place to start. I know that there are farmers markets now that perform that function on Saturdays during the growing season. But I’m suggesting something different. Let’s face it, a lot of local food producers are too busy producing the food to commit to every week at the farmers market. But if there was a once a year show, in the winter months when it’s a little quieter for farmers, I think you could create a good turn out on both sides. In addition to those producing the raw food products, you could allow local producers of value added products such as jams and jellies or jerky as long as the raw materials used in the products were also local Consumers would have the chance to contract for sides of beef or find a CSA that would supply them with vegetables. Someone out there may know of some place where this has already been done. I tried doing a little research online to see what was out there but didn't have much success. If someone knows of some place this has been done already I’d love to hear about it. Why reinvent if we can borrow someone else’s good idea! And, if you’re a local food producer I’d be interested to hear what you think of the idea. Is this the kind of event that you believe would be helpful to your business? Now it’s time for me to get back to those seed catalogs as I dream of my gigantic garden and my o\vn very local food for 2008! I I MORE EVENTS > ONLINE... / Rappnews.com ' >■£ mti&m ACCOUNTING & TAXSERV. Heflin CPA, LLC Tel: (540) 347-1899 Ft*: (540) 347-5099 „ ---a It's Tax Season!! Make your appointment Today!! j Business & Individual Tax Preparation Financial Statement Preparation Bookkeeping & Payroll Services Virginia $ ociotv of Cortfiod Public Accountant! Fauguior County Chambor of Commorco Bailor Bu«ino«« Buroau AUTOMOTIVE JACK EVANS i'yj LIBERTY and tmc PURSUIT. 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540-351-1664 888-351-1660 WlU. Fauquier 540-351-0121 fauqurei JO * Times-Democrat I cunall... Classified Dept. ! feuqufercfassffied® I 39 Culpeper St tlmespapers.com M warrenton.Va 20186. Advertising REAL ESTATE Mon. 11 a.m. nuvui uou 'o BUSINESS DIRECTORY Thurs. 12 noon DEADLINES all other CLASSIFIED ads due... —■" ■ ■ ■ Mon. 4 p.m. (Fri. 3 p.m. proof deadline) After an ad is ordered... it cannot be changed or cancelled after the posted deadline for that issue. At the time of placing your ad, it will be read or faxed back to you for any corrections to be made. Read your ad carefully the first time it appears in the papers, if it contains an error or, or you wish to make changes, call at once. No adjustments will be made on errors that do not materially affect the value of the advertisement. All errors must be reported by 3:00 pm Monday following the date of publication. Times Community Newspapers will not accept liability 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 fiable for the quality of advertised products or services. f— 001 V_ Rentals — Apartments J 2BR 1BA apt & 1BR 1BA apt w. utilities paid available NOW S950 $850 per month. Warrenton 703-659-0074 2br, 1ba barn apt 5 miles from Warrenton. $800 mo + utils 540 341-7329 2BR. 2BA eat in Kit. LR DR. Ig porch, all elect. W D Warrenton $1100 mo. Sec dep. credit rpt & re's req d (540)347-7452 Iv msg Attached TH, easy access to I-66. LR wFP. 1.5 BR, IBA. screened porch. Ig yard for vegetable or flower garden. $950 mo plus $250 for utilities. 540-364-0364 MARKHAM, 1br, new w mtn views. W D. D W. utils incl. No pets $ 1 0 0 0 mo 540-364-6261 Private 1800 sq ft 2BR Orlean Ig mtn top apt. views, new carpet & paint $1250 mo ineludes utils 540-229-9328 Rural Culpeper. 1 BR cottage. Best for 1 per son. cats ok. 2 mos sec dep. $600 mo (5401547-3281 Warrenton area-Bsmt apt in exchange tor remodeling me plumbing electr-ca: Refs |703'855-5141 ■ Vl/arrenton. Beaut Mtn Side. 1 br pnv ent W D. al1 util mci -DTV 3mi from Town. 5875.mo no smkg pets deo & ret s 540-347-0073 022 Rentals — Houses 3BR, 2.5BA. Spacious home * Large office addit-on 6 acres. Northern Cuioeoer Co $7500 p e' month 703-402-5090 Ashburn Farm: 4b; sth 3000sf. W D waik tc best elem school imm 'avail. 1300sf up! bsrnnt b o 703-729-18'3 Berry ville Clarke County oh Rt .340 Beautiful, quiet country setting w magnificent views Single family brick ranch. detached garage, basement hardwood floors 2BR 1BA all appliances $1000 mo Sec oeo and credii chec* 540-955-1384 Chantilly, VA. 3br 2ba new smgie family home. $1.400 a month lease to own home Ai, new appliances panmg for 2 cars poo fitness center Must pass packgrouna a n c'eo-i c-ec» huv - 703-3/8 8352. CLARKE COUNTY, Berryville Beautiful, quiet country ser-rg with magnificent views Off Rt 340 Smgie family brick home 3BRs 2BAs all app: s gas & elec hea! com bination hrdwd ‘loom $1500 mo Pasture & barn ava.l for an aod tional $500 mo Sec dep.. Credit application 540 955-1384 FLETCHER RENTA! PROPERTIES 2V2 Brniidviio \*<r 540-347-7055 *3 BR home with Ig yard near Warrenton $950/mo. Owner/Agent All homes owned <£ managed by us Flint Hill 3/4 BR, 1 BA on 2 acres in village Short term rental available $900/ mo Rappahannock Real Estate Resources. 540-675-1190 Jeffersonton. 3br, 1 5ba Rancher on 10 acs, landscaped, owner maintained new appl s furnance & $1675/mo + sec dep 540-270-2184 Large immaculate, 3BR. 2B A ranch. Sperryville. Rapp Co. $1175-mo Spacious 2BR 1 BA Dsmt apt $625 mo OLREB (540)937-3300 f— 022 V_ N Rentals — Houses ' Little Washington Office Space ground fir & upper fir. various size spaces avail. Located across street from local government services. Rappahannock Real Estate Resources, 540-675-1190. bu t c h @ rapprealestate. com Lovettsville: Farmhouse w water view' 3BR 'BA. 3 porches Lg LR, laundry rm 8 hdwd firs Peaceful 8 private W D ■ n c I - $1400 mo No pets no smkg References + deposit required Call 703-727-5485(D). 540822-9345<E Marshall - for rent large stone house in town with garage Flagstone walks. 5 bedrooms. 2 Oaths, living room. den. dmmg room custom Kitchen, full basement, large front and back porches Large attic. $2,000 month.540364 0364 ' Middleburg Area: Lovely 2BR. I BA. on quiet lane. Nice vard. new kitchen. \V/D. Reis <ft deposit req d $ 1.200/mo ( all Barrs Hall 1540 >454-6601 I homas & Talbot Real Estate Rapp Co. Newly remod eied 2BR 2BA very pvt $800 mo. 1 mo sec d e. p - ' e ' s 540-843-4930 Rapp County. Spacious 1BR TH. 10 acs near Flint Hill $800 mo. Call' 'or more n'ormaf o' 540-937-4707 Rapp k Co » 1 BR garden apt $700 inclds utils. 2 story. 4 rm cottage in village $800 * 4 BR 3 BA modern home on farm. $1500 RRER 540-675-3843 Sperryville. $1000 mo. Remodeled 3 BR Appliances included. 540675-3249 540 675 1576 Sperryville, 2 BR ' i 2 ba farmhouse ori -rg lairn Total privacy 8 quiet Incredible vews. FP CAC 8 heat Furn $ 1 400- mo U”!urr - ’ 2 I. C me 54 9tT i3r O’ email ;ccnS(U>wiidbiue net 022 Rentals — Houses Warrenton. Old Town. 2 story, yd. 2br. 2ba. LR. DR. Kit. util rm. W D. wood firs New heat & air No pets smkg. $ 1250 mo 540-347-4871 / 066 V_ \ Rentals — Shared Houshg _y Catlett. Share SFH. rent includes 1 br. share . bath, full house priv. W D. Female preferred $400 mo + 1/2’ utilities, call 540-729-6603. House to share $800' mo. 10mi from Warrenton. horse boarding extra, turn unfurn, ref s & dep. 540-351-6036 Room for rent. $300 mo + utilities. Whole house amenities in . Hume. V A . Victor 540-364-6024 /077 V_ Rentals — Town houses J 2BR TH in Bealeton avail immediately. Tile, hardwood & carpet. CAC. full sized W/D, attached storage shed, patio, back yard. $822 rent* incl sewer, trash removal & pvt wells. NO PETS. Sec dep & cred chk. Call (540)341-2806 for application & Iv daytime phone number, 'some restrictions apply. TH for Sale or Rent, Oak Springs. Warrenton. 3 fm Ivls. 3BR. 3.5BA. backs to open area. $279K $l600mo. Call 15401937-7314 (080 V_ Rentals — Office J Old Town Warrenton Ofiice Suites Available 1540)272-0345 OPAL, VA Located on Rte 17 near Rte 29. 3.600SF office & warehouse. $2400/mo. Call Donna 540-727-2250 Fauquier Times-Democrat: Where the Readers Are1 Call Today 540-347-4222 r \ 080 Rwrta4s~ uow Office V J WARRENTON 54 East Lee St Single & double offices available. $500-900/mo includes utilities. Call Donna 540-727-2250 or email donna_ryan@ culpeperwood. com Winchester, Va. 10,000 .sf oHice-'storage' warehouse space for lease purchase. Property is close to 181,166. Rt 50. Rt 7 & Winchester Regional Airport, ample parking Call 703-932-4331 / \ 4fln Commercial ■**w Rentals V J Marshall. 4238 Frost St. 3886 sq ft. commercial bldg, loading dock. Office &/or stg space. $ 3 5 0 0 / m o . 540-219-6793 Office/shop spaces avail soon. Flint Hdl, Va. (540)675-3508 (540)631-4170 OLD BRANDY RD CULPEPER •24.807sf warehouse space w/ loading docks. $13,260/mo •17,470sf office & warehouse space w/ loading docks. $10,160/mo •Garage & office space $800/mo Call Donna 540-727-2250 Warrenton; 1300sf office space, w recpt. 2 offices, conf, rm & kit. Priv. ent & parking. Janet 540-347-3552 Work/Strge Bldg: Lg 60x40*20 steel. 12ft sliding drs & 2 work benches Electricity, near Catlett Fits 10 cars. $180 mo sec dep. (703)855-5141 r~ 100 For Sale By Owner Home, 4+ acs, new barn, pristine, So of Warrenton. $299,500 OLREA. Brokers welcome. 540-497-1501 sperryville: Newly renovated 2BR 1BA with centra1 heat & air .30’ 18O8 9761 The Plains $1,300 2 si i n s hi mu' a '4 HR. 2 BA 1 R sal in KIT. launslrs rm t reshiv pamleslearpel mi mam IlsHlI. SippCI IIOSII Is hardwood As I now Call lirnr Butler at 1540) 364-767X Viewtown, 1BR home W D dishwasher AC non smkr No pels $ 7 0 0 m o 1540)937 5347 Community Newspapers Rentals Apartments *1/2 OFF 1st month s rent on 3BR apts. $99.00 security deposit Also available • Spacious 1 apts & 2BR Townhomes* Leasing from $720 • $925 • W/D avail in Apts* • Pet Friendly* • Storage Units • Bus Service On-Site • Ceiling Fans • Beautiful Park-Like Setting FRIENDSHIP HEIGHTS APTS 540-825-5050 CALL NOW, SPECIAL WON T LAST! 500 Concord Place, Culpeper, VA 22701 email: fnendshipheightsapts@yahoo.com /'some restrictions appty) r Vacation- Sale J V. \STICALIY REDUCED 2BR, 2BA Condo with awesome Bay, lagoon and ocean views. New furniture, lighting, tile, bathroom vanities and upgraded appliances Boat tie-up,, winter storage and much more Plus Home Warranty. Access to indoor pool. -*32*900" - f 111 Sales_ Condos Warrenton, Move-In Condition, New Appl s. 2BR. 2BA. Balcony. FP. Walk to Shops $226K. 703-217-6108 /122 J Chantilly, VA, 3br/2ba. new single family home, $139,900. FF CO schools, parking for 3 cars All new appliances, fireplace. Kennedy Model. Call John 703-378-8992. 133 galop — Lota & Acreage 5.4 ac open w/Barn apprv'd 3BR septic, So of Warrenton. $274,500. OLREA, Brokers welcome 540-497-1501 f 135 V_ \ Sales — Real Estate _J 3br,' 2br, 1906sf. bsmt. oak firs, brick ext, 2* acs. AC. gas heat, garg. views. Near Lexington 540-886-1212. BACK ON THE MARKET! REDUCED! Stafford/Fauquier line; 3 BD / 2 BA Rambler. 5 acres mostly wooded. New kitchen. Call Rosemary 540-220-0356 or Cathy 540-229-3031 Cowan Realty ST6485596 Classified Ads Work Call 347-4222 f— 135 \_ \ Sates — Real Estate J Front Royal HELP OWNER avoid home loss, 3 br. Brick-face split level on corner lot with big family room. Needs TLC. Strictly AS IS Priced like 2004only $199,000. Call Nancy Heflin @ Avery Hess Realtors on cell 540-660-2848 for fastest response. 188 Commercial Sates Equity Loan for sale. $250K not 40% LTV. 3 yr balloon. 10-12% variable interest rate - Secured by 1 com lot & 1 res lot off Rt 29 in local area. Call 703-842-7670 Fauquier/Culpeper Comm & investment properties; some w income. Hotel shop potentials. Olatsen Realty wwwolafsen. com (540) 222-4125 ( N 4M Antiques* I”** Collectibles Changes: Unique Furnishings & Accessories. Antiques & Consignments Visit at oldhouseparts net; Ph 540-636-7984. With 18 Newspapers In Our Times Community Newspapers Group, We’ve Got Northern Virginia Wrapped up! Call 347-4222 r v Rentals — Apartments Warrenton EHO 1 Month FREE Rent ON SELECT HOMES 2 Bedrooms from $920 • Full size W/D • Brand New Fitness Center • Large Dogs Welcome • Leasing calls taken 24/7 Max Income Restrictions Apply 2 People-$45,360 4 People-$56,700 HIGHLAND COMMONS 866-718-9418 KETTLEBAPARnHENTS.COM r \ Bids & Proposals V_) INVITATION FOR BID Superior Paving Corp. is soliciting bids from Certified MBE's for the following Asphalt Plant Mix Schedules: Fredericksburg District Order No. : 604, 605.606,609 Culpeper District Order No. : 709,710 Northern Virginia District Order No.: 905,906 It you are experienced and qualified in the trades ol pavement line striping, electrical signal work, or any other related (unction, please call 703-631-0004 or mail your bid to PO Box 900 Gainesville VA 20156 All bids must be received via tax or mail by 12 00 noon on Tuesday January 22. 2008 (fax# 703-257 1725) Sales — Condos A J vVERLY “ATDN noVI NEW LUXURY CONDOS FROM S1 79,900 VW1T Ol» OFCOBOTPD MOOfl IOO«r W' w±<. rlfSta*»r>^( oodot f ft m Rentals — Townhouses > BRAND NEW CULPEPER ' 2Bd 1 & 1/2 ba Duplex Yancey St, $835/mo, no app fee, Move Now, sc dp req, Sec 8 accp. www.MyCulpeperHome.com (rentals) R & A Properties LLC (o/a) 540 547-9137 540 710-2459 Real Estate for Sale ‘"DISTRESS SALE*" Bank Foreclosures Free List of Foreclosure Properties with pictures! 866-477-3506, ID# 1042 Re/Max Regency Firewood Pets r Pellet Stove Clearance US Stove Multi Fuel $1,669 England's Pellet Stove $1,159 CFC Farm & Home Center Marshall 540-364-1533 Warrenton 540-347-7100 Morrisville 540-439-3254 Culpeper 540-825-2200 Rappahannock 540-987-8555 Times Community Newspapers, For all of your Employment needs. FAUQUIER SPCA LOST & 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 ■ N Public Notices V___J . . . „ . TRUSTEE S SALE OF 16 LANTERN LANE, Viewtown, VA 22746 In execution of a Deed of Trust in the original principal amount of $500,000.00, with an annual interest rate of 8.4000% from WALTER A. CRAIG AND DEBORAH L. CRAIG dated December 30, 2005, recorded among the land records of the Circuit Court for the COUNTY OF CULPEPER AND THE COUNTY OF RAPPAHANNOCK as Deed Book/Instrument # 060000138 AND RE-RECORDED AS INSTRUMENT #070008267 AND AT INSTRUMENT #060000036 AND RERECORDED AT INSTRUMENT #070001598, the undersigned appointed Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at public auction in the COUNTY OF RAPPAHANNOCK, on the froht steps of the Circuit Court building for the County of Rappahannock located at 238 Gay Street, Washington, Virginia on January 29, 2008 at 1:00 PM, the property with improvements to wit: ALL THAT CERTAIN TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND, TOGETHER WITH BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON AND PRIVILEGES AND APPURTENANCES THEREWITH CONNECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN JEFFERSON MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT, CULPEPER COUNTY, VIRGINIA, AND IN JACKSON MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT, CULPEPER COUNTY, VIRGINIA, AND JACKSON MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY, VIRGINIA, AND BOUNDED AND DESCRIBED ACCORDING TO PLAT AND SURVEY MADE BY WILLIAM P. GIMBEL, L.S., DATED JANUARY 25, 2005, SHOWN AS PARCEL X AND CONTAINING 10.001 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, SAID SURVEY IS RECORDED IN PLAT CABINET 8, PAGE 441 IN CULPEPER COUNTY, VIRGINIA, AND AS INSTRUMENTS NUMBER 05-170. and described in the above Deed of Trust. (Tax Map No. 5 28B1 AND 43-18B) THIS COMMUNICATION IS FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. TERMS OF SALE: ALL CASH. A bidder's deposit of $15,000.00 or 10% of the sale price, whichever is lower, will be required in cash, certified or cashier s check. Settlement within fifteen (15) days of sale, otherwise Trustees may forfeit deposit. Additional terms to be announced at sale. Loan type: Conventional. Trustee's File No. 07-108418V.PROFESSIONAL FORECLOSURE CORPORATION OF VIRGINIA, Substitute Trustees, C/O SHAPIRO & BURSON. LLP, 236 Clearfield Avenue, Suite 215, Virginia Beach, VA 23462 (757) 687-8822. 1/17/08, 1,24/08 2032010 ( ' 'N Public Notices V___ TRUSTEE S SALE OF 29 HEADWATERS ROAD Chester Gap, VA 22623 In execution of a Deed of. Trust in the original principal amount of $272,000.00 with an annual interest rate of 6.6250% from ANTHONY W. SETTLE AND PATRICIA A. SETTLE dated May 30, 2006, recorded among the land records of the Circuit' Court for the County of Rappahannock as Deed Book/Instrument # 060001117, the undersigned appointed Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at public auction in the County of Rappahannock, on the front steps of the Circuit Court building for the County of Rappahannock located at 238 Gay Street, Washington, Virginia on January 29, 2008 at 1:00 P.M., the property with improvements to wit: PARCEL 2 CONTAINING 1.0689 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, ACCORDING TO PLAT AND SURVEY RECORDED AS INSTRUMENT NUMBER 00-1474 AMONG THE LAND RECORDS OF RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY, VIRGINIA. TOGETHER WITH A RIGHT-OF-WAY OVER THAT CERTAIN ROADWAY DESCRIBED AS EXISTING TRAVELED WAY ON THE PLAT OF RECORDED IN DEED BOOK 159 AT PAGE 449, AMONG THE AFORESAID LAND RECORDS. and described in the above Deed of Trust. (Tax Map No. 1-47A) THIS COMMUNICATION IS FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. TERMS OF SALE: ALL CASH. A bidder's deposit of $15,000.00 or 10% of the sale price, whichever is lower, will be required in cash^certified or cashier s check. Settlement within fifteen (15) days of sale, otherwisevTrustees may forfeit deposit. Additional terms to be announced at sale. Loan type: Conventional Trustee s File No 07-115525D.PROFESSIONAL FORECLOSURE CORPORATION OF VIRGINIA, Substitute Trustees, C/O Shapiro & Burson, LLP 236 CLEARFIELD AVENUE. #215 VIRGINIA BEACH, VA 23462 (757-687-8822) 1/17 08. 1 24.08 2027910

1224 FWood I * ' ' ^ _ Firewood j The Virginia Department I of Agriculture and Con| sumer Services (VDACS) » ms responsible for the j regulation of fuel wood | sales According to their j standards, all bulk deiiv! eries of firewood for j home heating must be j measured in cords, or | fractions or multiples of a cord Section 15.2 of I VDACS Regulation I 115-04-04 specifies that j wood for use as fuel in I bulk form shall be adj vertised. offered for sale j and sold only by meaI sure, using the term J cord and fractional parts j of a cord, or the cubic i meter Virginia law prohib| its the use of terms such j as face cord. rack, or pile I when advertising, offenng j for sale or selling wood : for use as fuel It the j buyer visually inspects a ! truckload of wood and ' agrees to a selling pnce I for that load, the term truckload may be used A l standard pick-up truck I 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 price 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 price 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 All OAK SEASONED Hardwood Delivered $170/ full cord. Mark Plow's Motorsports 703-868-2524 Seasoned mixed firewood. $145/ cord or 2 for $ 2 7 5. (540)987-8796 Wood for sale. Lots of hardwood. $75 per pickup load (over 1/2 cord). Please call (540)987-8215 s— 228 s_ Entertainment center1150, loveseat & chair$150. curio cab-$75. coflee & end tbls-$i00 (540)439-1230 240 Horeee V._) Dodge Explorer Motor Home, 38K mis, excel cond. bath, shower, sleeps 4 $8000 OBO. (540)364-2161 Winter horse blanket. Jacks brand - size 76 ■ kelly green with beige fleece lining - $65 00. Winter square saddle pad. white $25.00. Miller-brand white summer quilted saddle pad $2500, engllsh bridle with braided rems and snaffle bit - $45 00 gel pad for under saddle back protection $25 00 Call 540-272-4585 Fauquier Times-Democrat ADS WORK Call 347-4222 ware. Sinks, Shutters, Windows, Stairs, Cotumns. oldhouseparts. net; Ph 540-636-7984. Bernina Active 220. Brand New.. Used 5 times, includes accessory pack. leet. bobbin s. needles. Lightweight & good for quilting. Computerized. Start up CD included. $1000. 540-439-6944 Ive mess, no calls after 9pm Boxer Puppies, AKC. champ lines, shots, wormed, tails docked, dew claws removed, vet checked. Males & Females. Fawn. Black and Black & White masks. Ready for new homes Feb. 10. $650. Call 304-279-8583. Newfoundland pups, family raised, black & blk/ wht, & brown. AKA w/ papers. Vet ck. shots. (540)349-8364 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 8k.Free Fill Dirt. Call 571-233-4980. Kan more washers and Dryers. 2 sets. One set works fine, other set needs work. Must take both. 540-937-2019 Wakefield County school area, Tri-color Walker Coon Hound. 70 lbs. No coller. 9 yrs o I d t-fti 9 !»*>> (540)55f-tJ778 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. Loving, well educated parents wish to adopt infant. We adopted toddler son & 2 dogs. Toll free 866-788-9890 BUYING? SELLING? The Classifieds Have It! Call TODAY. 540-347-4222 or FAX 540-349-8676 Dependable. Accurate. Economical. Reliable. Reach. Your Legal Today 540-351-0121 Gtmes. Community Newspapers Applebee’s is OPENING SOON at Riverton Commons Plaza in Front Royal! Applebe^s NOW HIRING TEAM MEMBERS Servers • Hosts Bartenders • Cooks Dishwashers Apply in person at our on-location hiring site, 9am-7pm daily 45 Riverton Commons Plaza (Exit 6 off of 1-66) Front Royal Apply online. Applebeos.com At Applebee’s our team members enjoy: Flexible Hours, Competitive Pay, Extensive Training & Meal Discounts. Applebee's is on Equal Opportunity Employer and offers a pfoce m the neighborhood for everyone. Your AD Could BE HERE Call 347-4222 CONSTRUCTION Foremen, Operators. Pipe Layers, Laborers needed for fast growing heavy civil & highway construction company in Northern VA. Positions available at Dulles Airport. Great pay and benefits. Please call Bonnie (703) 572-3255 or fax resume to (703 ) 572-3256. Times Community Newspapers. We are where the readers are. Home Depot Stores In-Store Appointment Generators Fult Time with Benefits - Nights & Weekends Hourly $ Plus Bonus $ Paid Weekly Training Provided - Transportation to The Depot Required Set up Free In-Home Consultations for Replacement HVAC Trane Qv/cfomc Call Adner @ 703.856.1916 RECREATION CENTER MANAGER Parks, Recreation & Community Services Recreation Center Manager for indoor recreation center at Claude Moore Park in Sterling, VA; open daily from 5:30am-10:00pm & weekends from 8:00am-8:00pm. Willing to work a flexible schedule, oversee facility operations & maintenance, meet customer satisfaction requirements by providing safe, clean, secure and aesthetically pleasing environment, staff supervision, adherence of Recreation Center policies, procedures & safety requirements for staff/participants. Coordinate with Building Engineer to initiate/complete facility repairs according to policy and procedure, ensure regularly scheduled safety checks are performed and documented. Implement programming plans for all functional areas offacility. Oversee planning/implementation of classes and special events; evaluation of programs to ensure programs serve all segments at this revenue neutral facility, with mandate to meet or exceed multi-million dollar annual revenue requirement. Maintain staff records, documentation, reports for associated programs. Manage budget, meet revenue projections. Ensure all program needs are met, purchasing is completed within established polices/procedures. Manage credit card purchases, reconciliation of records according policy. Develop and manage recreation center marketing plan. Position will work closely with Claude Moore Park staff and all Community Center Managers. Masters degree in Leisure Service, Athletic Administration, or Physical Education or related field with 2 yrs exp in program and facility management working with the public, groups, and organizations. Experience must include a min of one year exp in a leadership-capacity managing a recreational program/center & supervising staff. Successful candidate will be decisive professional w/ solid record of accomplishments in recreation field with ability to build successful relationships, deliver quality programs/services to public in a very dynamic environment. Pool Operators license and training on facility specific building and pool systems. CPR. First Aid. Valid Drivers License, DMV Check. (Hiring Range; $50,004-$67,505) #08-A154-197 Closes: 01/25/08. Visit our on-line employment center at wxvw.loudoun.gov for additional information and to apply. EOE. Maintenance Supervisor needed for an apartment community in Warrenton Virginia. Responsibilities include plumbing, HVAC, general apartment repair, and other misc. duties. Must have reliable transportation and basic tools. We offer competitive salary and benefits. Ideal candidate will be professional, dependable, detail oriented, and organized. EOE. Please fax resume to: 540-341-8426. Commercial HVAC Tech Needed Warrenton based commercial company servicing Northern Virginia area is looking for aftechnician 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 bpearre@hughes.net or tax to (703)724-1457 or call (703)724-1519 f" i, I 1 r- i HVAC Technician II General Services Vacancy with Facilities Maintenance Division. Install, maintain and repair HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems within County Government work sites: input repair and maintenance requests into work order system; report unsafe conditions; and perform work according to industry standards and County, department, & division policies/ direction. High school diploma supplemented by building trades course work and 4 yrs exp with HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building system trades. Valid driver's license. Able to work in extreme temperatures and lift 70 lbs. Some work may be hazardous due to location or type of work. Subject to recall or being held beyond scheduled workday; must be available to respond to County emergencies. Requires on-call response to outof-hour requests on a rotating basis at one-week intervals approximately every six weeks. Driver s license check. (Hiring Range: $31.390-$53,362) #08-T278-200 Closes: 01/25/08. Visit our on-line employment center at www.loudoun.oqy for additional information and to apply EOE. EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT Rappahannock National Bank is seeking an expenenced Executive Assistant for their main office in Washington, VA. This position reports directly to the President & CEO. A qualified candidate must be an administrative professional who is organized, able to multi-task and can work under limited supervision. Candidate should possess exceptional communication skills, ability to meet deadlines & handle confidential information and organize meetings. Must have at least 3 years of clerical/ secretarial experience, including l year at a management support level Advanced typing, and PC skills in MS office, especially Word. Excel and PowerPoint, is required Prior banking experience is a plus. Excellent compensation and benefits package offered. To apply, submit your resume and application through our website at www rappahannock bank com, and choose Information Center and Career Opportunities. Please email mleake (gubxh.com for any questions about this opportunity EOE. RAPPAHANNOCK National Bank Mopen house JANUARY 19, 2008 COLGAN AIR, AT MANASSAS HEADQUARTERED AIRPORT 10677 AVIATION LANE, MANASSAS VA 10 A.M HIRING FOR: •Pilots •Flight Attendants #A&P Mechanics •FAA Dispatchers •Crew Schedulers •Maint Admin Asst •Financial Analyst •Maint Controller ®A/C Cleaner •OPS Admin Asst and other positions. Bring Employment history and resume or email: KARENCHACE@COLGANAIR.COM EOE GRC DIRECT Communication and Direct Marketing Solutions A well-established, full service printing and mailing facility serving the DC metro area has immediate openings for the following personnel: Sales Associate/CSR Full-time position, ideal candidate is upbeat, energetic, and able to communicate effectively with clients and internal staff. Applicant must have good organizational skills, be detail-oriented, able to multi-task, and must thrive in a fast-paced environment. College degree or relevant experience required. Fax resume to Susan Blake @ 540-428-2000 or e-mail Susan@grcdirect.com Landscape Sales, Irrigation, Turf, and Customer Service Open House & Job Fairs Manassas, VA - Tuesday, January 22, 2008 (6:30 am - 5:30 pm) 8309 Quarry Road, Manassas, VA Phone 703.631.8133 Shemin is growing and we need your help! We are seeking talented and motivated employees to join our team. If you're looking for a company that offers a fun team environment and great benefits, we look forward to meeting you! Come visit our site to learn more about why we've been a green industry leader for over 50 years. Shemin team members will be ready to answer your questions and our hiring managers will be conducting interviews and making on-the-spot job offersl Please visit us at www.shemln.net for more details. Shemin The Landscape Supply Company Equal Opportunity Employer Sports Specialist Parks, Recreation * community Services Position available with the fast paced Sports Division. Duties include: plan & implement year round countywide sports camps, clinics and instructional programs for youth. Coordinate recruitment, hiring, and training of seasonal staff for camps and clinics to ensure programs properly supervised, adhering to county polices/procedures. Ensure timesheets and employee documentation are processed by deadlines. Well organized for oversight of multiple camps, clinics. Create/distribute promotional materials to publicize programs and ensure maximum enrollment. Provide employee & volunteer training and provide ffont-line customer service to public. Ability to function as member of a team. Able to communicate well verbally and in writing. Establish and maintain relationships with vendors, contractors, and school staff. Provide contract management to oversee contracted camps and clinics. Assist with operations of local, national sport toumaments/events. May require occasional evening and weekend work. Position required to be available as a contact for sports leagues and facility supervisors on a subject to call rotating basis. Bachelor's degree in recreation or related field and 2 yrs directly related work experience. Prefer experience with automated scheduling system. Prefer Certified Parks & Recreation Professional. Prefer experience hiring staff, including verification of 1-9 process. Valid driver s license required, DMV check. (Hiring Range: $37,314-550,374) #08-8255-194 Closes: 01/25/08. Visit our on-line employment center at www.loudoun.gov for additional information and to apply. EOE. RAPPAHANNOCK RAPIDAN COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD EEO/AA. PHYSICAL THERAPIST #205 - Seeking P/T, 18.75/hrs./wk. Physical Therapist to provide svc. to infants & toddlers, birth to 3 yrs. old, as part of trans-disciplinary team. Provide svc. at client's home in Culpeper. Rappahannock, Fauquier, Madison, and/or Orange counties in VA. Completion of accredited physical therapy ed. program (BA or MS) & licensed by Dept, of Health Professionals of VA req. Professional exp. with developmentally disabled/delayed infants & their families preferred. Open until filled; $20.49-527.15/hr. SPEECH PATHOLOGIST #206 - Seeking P/T. 18.75/hrs./wk. Speech Pathologist to provide svc. to infants & toddlers, birth to 3 yrs. old, as part of transdisciplinary team. Provide svc. at client's home in Culpeper, Rappahannock. Fauquier, Madison, and/or Orange counties in VA. MS degree from accredited speech therapy program & licensed to practice in VA req. Often until filled; $20.49-527.15/hr. CASE MANAGER/MH #48 & MR #84 - Under supervision of Sr. Case Mgr., provide case management svc. for MR & MH consumers & their families in Culpeper, Fauquier, Madison, Orange & Rappahannock Counties. Provide intensive support to small caseload of individuals placed in both 24 hr. & supported residential programs. Provide assessment, advocacy, case management, consultation & training for consumers & families in outpatient, inpatient, emergency, & day program settings. Knowledge of service delivery systems & types of mental health programs & serv ices; demonstrated ability to deal sensitively with consumers & families & communicate effectively; conduct assessments, prov ide case management & counsel consumers on options req. BS degree in human svc. & two yrs. relevant exp. req. Open until filled; $34,5!5.(X)/annually RAPPAHANOCK RESOURCE SPECIALIST #710 - Seeking P/T. 10 hr./wk. indiv to support activities in Rappahannock County. Collect & disseminate info, about services available to older adults & their families & assist Rappahannock Aging Together Team in addressing local priorities for expanding & enhancing serv ices & resources, including building a strong volunteer network. Combination of education & exp., equivalent to Associate's Degree in. relevant field, exp. in volunteer recruitment/coordination or community org. req. Open until filled; 514.14/hr. APARTMENT LIVING RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR #401 - F/T position under the supervision of Supported Living Program Mgr. Support adults with mental illness & mental retardation& provide assessment, living skills, training & support in new residential group home and/or independent living in apartment settings; evaluate & assess consumer skills & develop indiv. training plans; assist with & monitor consumer budgets; provide payee services, shopping & cooking assistance; plan & participate in recreational activities; provide feedback through direct contact in areas of interpersonal skills, neighbor & landlord relations etc; report to primary therapist on mental status & issues; participate in consumer disposition meetings. Knowledge of community, housing & financial resources for chronically mentally impaired, skill in assessment of consumer's function capacity & demonstrated ability to deal effectively with consumers. BS degree in human svc. or 5 yrs. exp Open until filled; $14.57/hr DAY HEALTH & REHAB SPECIALIST #190 - Under superv ision of the Day Health & Rehab Manager (Fauquier Bridges) provide support & training to adults with mild to profound mental retardation to reach their maximum potential Work both at facility & with groups in community. Objectives & goals are individualized for each consumer. Training takes place in multitude of areas to including health & hygiene, cooking, money management, daily living skills, independent living skills, recreational opportunities, etc. Responsible for the overall mgt. of appropriate & inappropriate behavior in environment that fosters positive adjustment to community living Associates degree in human svc. field or equivalent exp Open until filled; $12.58/hr SUBSTANCE ABUSE TECHNICIAN #120 - Hourly & on-call position at residential substance abuse treatment facility to monitor activities of consumers & ensure their safety & welfare. Implement & monitor education & recreational activities of consumers. & maintain clinical records. HS diploma with exp. in human svc. field. Demonstrated ability to work with substance abuse population. Exp in residential substance abuse setting and/or detox setting pref. Ability to meet public, monitor/superv ise groups dfc work independently Effective communication skills req Open until filled, $11.98/hr. EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATOR #182 Provide early intervention svc. to children under three yrs. old at-nsk for or exhibiting developmental delays; conducting client assessments & preparing developmental plans; maintaining files & records; preparing reports. Provide the following; early intervention svc; educational evaluations; assist in development of individualized family svc. plan; design, implement & evaluate individualized family svc.; formulate outcome & strategies; complete & maintain activity notes on each session, treatment plans, billing tickets, correspondence; assist with insurance reauthorizations. Conduct home visits, meetings with family, school personnel & svc. providers; participate in the transition of clients into local school systems; assist with understanding & adjusting to the developmental condition child & its impact. Participate in development & implementation of consultation, education & prevention programs with community agencies; maintain records & progress charts; provide appropriate referral sources, attend regular staff & interagency coordinating council meetings; provide into./in-service training to early intervention professionals & other community agencies; perform related tasks as req Thorough knowledge of assessment tools, cumculums. training materials, instructional strategies appropriate for infant/toddler intervention; thorough knowledge of behavior mgt.. supportive counseling strategies & crisis intervention tech., knowledge of svc. delivery practices A developmental stages for infants & toddlers, assessing & collecting client data for program eligibility; skills in organizing, coordinating & scheduling svc. BA degree with major course work in psychology, early childhood ed. or related field is req & exp in early childhood development Closes 1.28.08; $ 34,515.00/annual ADULT DAY CARE AIDE #291 Seeking PAT. (20-24 hr,/wk) indiv under the supervision of Adult Day Care Mgr Provide personal care to older adults, lead & participate in program activities, assist with personal hygiene, lead & participate in variety of programs & recreational activities; assist with fund raising & special events. Ability to; read & carry-out detailed instructions, work with older adults & people from all socio-economic levels, communicate ideas both written & oral, practice sound hygiene & sanitation techniques, establish & maintain effective working relationships. Exertion of up to 100 pds. req. Stooping/kneeling./crouching/reuching/stundtng/wjlking/pushing/pulling/litiing/grusping & feeling req Requirements vocal communication, conveying detailed or imp instructions accurately, loudly, or quickly; hearing is .perceive info at normal spoken word levels & to receive detailed info., make fine distinctions in sound; visual acuity for color perception, operation of machines/motor vehicles/equip, determine accuracy & thoroughness of work, & observing surroundings & activities Subjection to inside/outside environment & atmospheric conditions. A exposure to blood borne pathogens req. specialized personal protective equipment HS Diploma/CiED & b mo human svc exp in direct care,, pref with disabled persons CNA &/or PCA certification req. Apply with RRCSB/AAA application to HR. P.O. Box 1568, Culpeper, VA 22701 15401 825-3100 TI)I): (540) 825-7391 EEO/AA K\ antrease(?' rrcsh.org

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Huge Inventory to Choose From, In loot Biggest Ivor Catching the “3:10 to Yuma” By Claudia Mitchell Special to the Rappahannock News The Rappahannock Association for the Arts and Community presents a good ‘ol fashioned western this Friday. Those of us of certain ages grew up during the heydays of the “Oater”. Westerns were not only the stock in trade of the big screen but they quickly took over television. Every big name in Hollywood had a few westerns on his or her resume. Just as the genre fell out of favor, Clint Eastwood came roaring back in the “Spaghetti Westerns” of the 70s and 80s. But then it just stopped. Twenty five years later and we finally get a chance to sit back and enjoy what good westerns used to deliver. Mix together fast action, the awesome vistas, the haunting music, the romance of the old West, gunslingers, train robbers, beautiful, saloon girls .rugged men riding horses really, really fast, and a suspenseful storyline and you get “3:10 to Yuma.” Academy Award winner Russell Crowe and co-star Christian Bale both fit into this western as if they were there in 1957 when the original movie was made. Peter Fonda (he was on the screen 10 minutes before I recognized him) and Ben Foster both give wonderful performances. In fact the entire cast* has been nominated by SAG for the Most Outstanding Performance by a Cast in 2007. This isn’t just another action film. It stirs emotions on many levels as we watch the fight between good and evil. I don’t think I am giving anything away by telling you Russell Crowe plays the BAD, BAD really BAD killer and gang leader Ben Wade. He seduces women with his velvet voice and has a fanatical following of his ruthless, murdering gang. The entire film was done on location and no sound stages were used. In today's world when it feels as if 99 percent of movies are digitized and played out in front of green screens. This is refreshing. You can tell the difference. The mountains are real, the train is real, the horses are real. How refreshing! For a wonderful evening of 122 minutes of a good old fashioned “shoot em up” join us at 8 p.m. at The Theatre for RAAC’s Friday Night at the Movies. Adults just $6. Please be aware this movie is rated “R”. Jazz piano trio The Bill Harris Trio will bring an evening of upbeat classic jazz standards to the Theatre at Washington, Virginia on Saturday, January 26, starting at 8 p.m. The trio is made up of Bill Harris on piano. Tommy Cecil on bass and Chuck Redd on drums. Each of them is among the Theatre audience’s favorite jazz musicians but this concert will mark their first appearance here as a trio. Bill, Chuck and Tommy are all well known in jazz circles in the Washington metropolitan area, where they appear frequently at venues such as the Smithsonian Jazz Cafe and Blues Alley. But each of them also travels extensively both in this country and abroad. For example, Bill's recent forays abroad have taken him to Chile and to Mexico. Chuck joined the Charlie Byrd Trio when he was just 21 years old. He traveled the world with the group for many years, and first came to the Theatre at Washington along with the late Charlie Byrd. Tommy is always in demand as bassist with numerous jazz ensembles and, like Chuck, has become a regular performer in "Little" Washington. Tickets for the concert at the Theatre on Saturday, January 26 at 8 p.m. are $20 for adults and $5 for students 18 and under. For reservations contact the Theatre by phone at (540 ) 6751253, by email to Theatre VAi&’aol.com, or by mail to The Theatre, 291 Gay Street, PO. Box 322, Washington VA 22747. P’-oto py VaOer Co« Bearlv sleeping Young Vaden Cox from Charlottesville was visiting ms grandparents. Helen and Bob Bridge, over the Christmas holidays While hiking with the family dog. Tracer, on the mountain above Eagle's Nest in G'd Brown Hollow, the dog smelled bear and started barking Vaden said the bear opened his eyes - but fortunately didn t move Perhaps a budding journalist at head Vaden had his camera with him and caught this photo of what appeared to be an-young adult sized bear

Countryside On a cold New Year's Day in Georgia, 25 years ago, a woodpecker and a refugee from African genocide taught me an extraordinary lesson. I was at a New Year's open house held by the woman who would later become my wife. A friend of hers had brought with him to the party a newly arrived political refugee from the Congo (then known as Zaire) who spoke ’elegant French but no English. In an effort to welcome this serious man, a leader who had suffered great pain and hardship, I was trying to converse in my embarrassing excuse for French. But the conversation lagged as I ran out of words, and I turned toward the nearby window, looking for inspiration. At that moment, a red-bellfe i woodpecker landed on a feeder right outside the glass. Following my gaze, my new friend saw the bird, and I could see his puzzled look as he struggled to understand the contraption to which the woodpecker was dinging “Pour les attraper [to catch them]?" he asked. “Non”, I replied, and then paused to muster my rusty French for an explanation. Now totally baffled, he queried, “Alors pourqud [then why?]” Finally I said the simplest words which came to me: “P&rce que ils sont belles [because they are beautiful],’' aware as soon as the words came out that I'd made another grammatical mistake. He stared at me, then back at the bird. I realized then that in the Congo, a land wracked by unending civil war and starva- . tion, a plump woodpecker would be a valuable source of protein. Smaller birds would be caught, caged, and sold in a market. The concept of feeding a wild bird, solely for its own sake, would be totally foreign. But when he turned back towards me, his face broke out T into a beatific smile. “Farce que ils sont beaux!” he repeated, nodding his head in understanding (while also gently correcting my fractured French). For the next half an hour, he stood silently by the window, watching the birds returning to the feeder with delight. That this man, who had experienced horrors that none of us would ever want to know about, could still be brought some joy by two ounces of flying feathers, was a testament to his grace, and the amazing charisma of this avian ambassador from the world outside the window. Whenever I think of that event, I have a special reason to be happy that Clay and I still feed birds today. If you already feed birds too, you’re not alone. More than 68 million Americans, among them 2.1 million Virginians, watch and feed birds and other wildlife around their homes, according to the latest survey by the LLS. Fish and Wildlife Service. Starting simple But if you don’t feed birds yet, it’s not too late to start. With the coldest days of the year upon us, this is the time when buds can most take advantage of welltended feeders. Bruce Jones [no relation to me, though he is my mentor in the world of birds and native plants] documented the “Birds of Rappahannock” in his columns in this newspaper in 2004. He has a simple recommendation. “If I fed only one thing, it would be black oil sunflower seeds,” he said during a recent visit to his extraordinarily birdfriendly home. “They’re high in protein and fat, the two nutrients which birds most need in cold weather, and are eaten by most birds.” Suet is another simple, nutritious choice. “With suet, Fve had birds at my feeders that I would never have otherwise seen, like the brown creeper,” Jones said. This winter visitor from the north usually clings inconspicuously to tree trunks, looking for overwintering insects in crevices. Woodpeckers, chickadees, nuthatches, and cardinals all are highly attracted to suet It also has two advantages over seed. Nothing is spilled cm the ground, and suet feeders need to be refilled only every week or two. Jones also uses hulled sunflower seeds, also called sunflower kernels or hearts. ‘They’re more expensive, but birds with soft beaks can’t crack open the hard sunflower hulls ” One example is the sweet singing Carolina wren, which lives primarily on spiders but needs extra help to survive cold spells. Peanuts can be provided in specially designed feeders, as can thistle (also called niger) seed, though they also cost more RappNature MWafeaH Joaw /s " 540-987-3105 mafshaA.jones@mindsprKig.com than sunflower seed and suet. The one thing never to feed wiki birds is bread and breadcrumbs. They’re not nutritious and can actually congeal into a gummy indigestible mass in their digestive tracts. / / Keeping it dean and pure A feeder is not essential. Seeds can be spread directly cm the ground, and doves, sparrows, and juncoes in fact feed only there. However, this method excludes many other species, like most woodpeckers, which seldom come to the ground. Regardless of whether you feed on the ground, on a platform, or in die many kinds of tube and hopper feeders, it\i important to keep the feeder and the area under it dean. The Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology's Project Feederwatch warns that hulls and bird droppings grow mold and spread disease. It recommends cleaning feeders every two weeks with soapy water and bleach, along with raking the ground to remove the accumulation of waste. Cornell also warns about feeding suet in warm weather, unless it has been specially treated to prevent mold growth. Bruce Jones also cautions about contamination in seed mixtures. He has found sticks, trash, even broken candies in bags of mixed seed, probably from waste swept up from factory floors. Clay and I have also purchased (and returned!) rancid sunflower seeds, probably leftover from the previous year. Give a new bag of seed a good sniff before you start putting it out. Making it bear-proof Bird feeders within reach of a black bear are one of the m^jor causes of bear problems, accord BEAR PROOF: Bruce Jones has a specially constructed bear-proof platform that is not only artfully designed but a welcome feeding area for birds like this visiting blue jay. f .f Puerto by Richard Lykes DARWIN’S DELIGHT: This flock of varied finches stop by Joyce Abell’s feeder for a winter treat mg to the Virgkiia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries. It's vital to keep bird feeders away from a bear’s grasp, fer the sake of the bear and the homeowner. This is especially important in Virginia, since hungry hears often emerge from their dens to forage during winter warm spells. Bruce Jones has a specially constructed platform feeder welded to bn iron pole, high enough off the ground to keep out both bears and raccoon% as well as to make it visible from his window. Judging by the activity we saw during our visit, it’s hugely popular with the hods. Ron Makela, a birder who runs the “Yellow Brick Road” home maintenance and repair business, has developed his own ingenious design fer bear-proofing his feeders. They’re hung at the end of hatfmch plumber's copper pipe, run through holes in the outermost beam of his covered deck. H* tubing is pulled in for access to the feeders, and then pushed back out to put the feeders out of a bear’s grasp. There’s no way for bears to get at them,” Rem told me “You can push them out beyond the drip edge.” Bears also can’t climb the posts supporting the secondstory deck, which have no bark, he explained. At our home in Keyser Hollow, years ago bears demolished several feeders hung in a maple tree in front of my study window. My first solution was to raise the feeders higher in the tree, but refilling them also meant a hair-raising climb to the top of a tall step ladder, V & ■ / ; ; Photo by Marshall Jones BOUNTIFUL BIRO BAtH: Bruce Jones is pictured here with his three-tiered water feature which provides visiting birds with places to hide, water to bath in and drink and access to nearby feeders - a true bird hfven. perched on sloping ground over gnarly maple roots. Makela came to the rescue by adapting his design to the conapHcatioos of our home. We have no covered deck, so he attached the copper pipe to the side of the house. A right-angled piece of tubing at the top extends about eighteen inches from the house. A chain run through the tubing allows easy lowering of the feeders to fill them. In addition to food, birds need fresh water for drinking and bathing. When pools and ponds freeze, they must make longer trips to find running water somewhere in a stream, using valuable energy and exposing them to predators. Providing access to unfrozen ir water can make a real difference. 11)6 water should not be deep — a few inches is enough, with stones to serve as perches and a bird bath heater to keep it unfrozen. Bruce Jones paints out that moving water is even more attractive to birds, so he recently installed a three-tiered pond, with cascades leading down from one pool to the other and a recirculating pump at the bottom for returning water to the top. However you choose to feed birds, as long as you chose your seed carefully, keep your feeders clean, and plant native plants to provide natural food and protection, you are guaranteed to get much more than you give from feeding birds. “Romancing Flora” Jack Frazier’s new show Photo t>y Richard lyhes Time to Migrate;" Oil on canvas; Jack Fraser By Richard Lykes Special to tht* Rappahannock NVws Trained as an illustrator with incredible draftsman skills. Jack Frazier has become a phenomenal abstract painter. Spontaneity and freedom of expression have become trademarks in his approach to art. With numerous shows in Virginia and the Washington area, Frazier has in fact become one of the Piedmont's foremost abstract painters today and his newest show at the fucking Shed Gallery in Little Washington shows as why. This exhibit of some 14 new paintings is mainly dedicated to florals. Frazier is a prodigious painter and sometimes can paint two paintings a day Most of the floral pieces an* semiabstract and impressionistic in style. Frazier is partial to strong colors and particularly inspiring is how he treats water and glass in his flower containers, showing a bold use of color and draftsman-like ability to illustrate luminescence and refractions of light. His Table of Flowers" is a perfect example of this ability. Frazier’s early career as an illustrator took a back seat after he retired and found his real calling in abstract art. To appreciate this new direction in art, it is useful to understand how abstract painters do not always depict persons and objects realistically. Rather they “bend forms, break up shapes, and give objects unlikely textures or colors," according to the National Gallery of Art in an analysis of abstract versus representational art. In these transformations, artists try to communicate something they cannot convey through realistic treatment. In one of Frazier’s small gems, Time to Migrate,” he explained, “as I put paint to canvas and worked it around, I began to see something and then 1 went in that direction ” What he saw was the essence of a horse and rider; he added a serape, some dark hair, another figure behind the horse and then completed the painting. When you study this very colorful abstract image you can begin to see what Frazier saw in it as he “developed” the painting. The current show has several abstract-inspired landscapes, including “Road to the Gap" which illustrates a keen sense of place with complex skies, distant mountains, and full summer trees. Like many artists of old, all of Jack Frazier’s paintings are framed with carefully chosen and exquisitely finished frames "Road to the Gap;" Oil on canvas; Jack Frazier —all made by the artist/craftsman himself. Discerning collectors will want to see this new show which runs through February. This Sunday, January 20, from 2 - b p.m., Frazier will host a joint reception with Jeanne Drevas whose “Ovoid" exhibit is at the adjoining Six Pack Gallery. The Packing Shed Gallery is located at the comer of Gay and Porter Streets in Washington. Hours are Thursday through Sunday, 12:30 to 7:00 p.m. Phone i f>401675-3410.