Rappahannock News, April 30, 2009

Saturday, May 2, 2009 - 10 a.m. Great Meadow Near The Plains iPfterdai ^Pactum Jftuide - Page B1 y> v? 50 <t 131st Year ... No. 18 Washington, Va. THURSDAY, APRIL 30, 2009 (540) 675-3338 WWW.RAPPNEWS.COM Traffic stop triggers mystery Driver flees on foot along Route 211 By Stephen Dareinc, Rappahannock News Staff Writer Motorists driving along Route 211 west of Massies Comer at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday saw several Virginia State Police and Rappahannock County sheriffs vehicles, lights flashing, parked along the shoulder in the westbound lanes. Some said they saw a state trooper with a bloody shoulder being helped into an ambulance. Soon after, rumor was spreading that there had been a shooting, and a massive manhunt was in progress; schools were considering “locking down.” There was no shooting, but a state police officer fell, injuring his shoulder, while in pursuit of a subject. A manhunt did ensue, and the facts surrounding the incident are no less strange than the rumors. The suspect was still at large at press time Wednesday afternoon. State trooper Chris Roop pulled over a maroon Lincoln Continental shortly after 9 a.m. for speeding according to law enforcement officials. The driver got out and fled on foot with Roop in pursuit up a hill, thick with brambles, near Lee’s Orchard. Roop had a piece of equipment snag on an old fence and he fell, dislocating his shoulder. The passenger, who authorities declined to name, was detained and questioned. He said he had just met the suspect - a stranger to him - at Hackley’s Store in Amissville and the man had approached him on the pretext See POLICE, Page A10 On the trail ndppd. idui iuc* iMewb oidii rnuiu.-oiepr »tfn. udietiy MYSTERY SUSPECT: A routine traffic stop of a maroon Lincoln Continental (pictured) triggered a manhunt by Virginia State Police when the driver of the vehicle fled after being pulled over. The suspect remains at large. Photo by E Raymond Boc PAGEANT: Winners in the Miss Rappahannock 2009 pageant are from left, Brittany Cooke second runnerup: Chris Garcia, ladies’ escort; Clarissa Marie Rutherford, Miss Rappahannock 2009; Julianne Wilke, contestant; and Sarah Elliot first runner-up. Not shown is Megan Early, one of the five contestants. Clarissa Marie Rutherford crowned Miss Rappahannock By Barbara Adolfi Special to the Rappahannock News The annual Miss Rappahannock Pageant, a long tradition in Rappahannock County, was revived this year under the leadership of Deanna Wayland of the Sperryville Volunteer Rescue Squad. At the end of Saturday evening, with a winning combination of intelligence and elegance, Rappahannock County High School Honor Society student Clarissa Marie Rutherford was crowned Miss Rappahannock by Anna Owens, Miss Rappahannock 2007. Sarah Elliot was first runner-up. The Miss Rappahannock Pageant is a fundraiser for the Sperryville Volunteer Rescue Squad and is an event that many folks look forward to each year. It was suspended last year because the SVRS was in a rebuilding Rappahannock News P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747 (540) 675-3338 (,540) 675-3088 (fax) phase and needed to focus on recruiting and training volunteers. Fifty other entrants in 10 events had chosen to participate in the pageant this year for a variety of reasons. Seven-year-old Benjamin Giles, in the Little Mister Rappahannock category, entered because he wants to be in movies, be a model and his dad said Benjamin loves to be on stage and show off. Eleven-year-old Destiny Meyers had won a pageant in 2004 and entered because this DYNAMIC DUO: Andy Berry and Kyla Bozkaya parade in front of the judges for the Miss Rappahannock Friends category as Sherry Lillard of the Sperryville Volunteer Rescue Squad watches offstage. Andy and Kyla won the Friends category. Photo by E Raymond Boc can help her get into a good college. Indeed, pageant co-Master of Ceremonies Dr. Becky Greer, Assistant School Superintendent, had told the audience that the pageant she won 40 years ago had paid for her first year at college. Stacy Dodson had entered her two-year-old Elizabeth to make her feel like a princess and 12year-old Sarah Coffman hoped to win to feel special. Angela Deal had entered 22- month-old Taylor Liliard to be supportive of SVRS. J See PAGEANT, Page A9 THE BIG E Economy affecting where Rapp seniors go to college Some students staying closer to home By Christine Krapf Special to the Rappahannock News D-Day is tomorrow, May 1. That’s Decision Day, the day that, high school seniors must let colleges and universities know if they will be attending this fall. But this spring, the struggling economy may determine where some Rappahannock County High School seniors matriculate. “I passed up California to stay in Virginia,” said Samantha Schwar, wrho turned down Whittier College, a private school in California, to attend Virginia Commonwealth University. “But at least I’m not the only one who will do that.” A recent story in The Chronicle of Higher Education reported that 41 percent of high school seniors surveyed by The College Board and the Art and Science Group seriously considered attending a public university or college closer to home because of the economic downturn. The results from this survey come after other reports that many students across the country applied to as many as 10 colleges and universities this year. Not only did these seniors hope to gain admission but to compare financial offers so they make decisions that are academically and financially sound. “(Money) is always an issue,” Rappahannock County director of See COLLEGE, Page A7 Taxpayers vent frustrations over county, school budgets By Stephen Dakeinc; Rappahannock News Staff Writer People seemed raring to speak Friday night at the Board of Supervisors' budget hearing about the one thing that was no longer on the agenda: Performance contracting and upgrading school buildings. The proposed contract with Ameresco was taken off the agenda last week by County Administrator John McCarthy citing there was not enough time to complete contract documents prior to the Virginia Resource Authority deadline of June 1. The VRA would have been either the lease/purchase agent or the lending authority depending on how the contract was negotiated, according to government officials. What many may have not taken into account is that there is good news: The proposed school budget is $211,782 less than last year’s - including a $231,227 reduction in state aid - and the county’s proposing lowering property taxes by .02 cents per $100. McCarthy also explained there would be no new capital expenses. Scrabble School and landfill projects having been completed. In addition, there was a proposed reduction of four county positions, he said. A final hearing and vote on the county budget will be announced at least seven days prior to a vote bv the Board of Supervisors. No date has yet been set. The board will vote on the sehixil budget on May 4. Thero was a big sign in the rear of the auditorium Friday night reading “Don't Boondoggle Rappahannock" Another sign said, “No New Debt.” The speakers were equally divided on the lines of supporting the schools and those who raised issue with schools’ management. There had been two meetings of Concerned Taxpayers led by Tom Junk leading up to the hiring where many had denounced the proposed “performance contract" with Ameresco as new debt without taxpayer approval. Signs had been placed in yards warning of $5 million in See HEARING, Page A5 -*

Twin girls! Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Berkley Johnson of Woodville are proud to announce the birth of their daughters, Monica Katherine and Sarah Cole HOW TO EASILY CONTA< Rappahannock New? The Rappahannock News is in its 131st year as Rappahannock County's newspaper of record and primary source of local news and advertising. If you have any story ideas or comments on stories, please let us know. We want to hear from you. 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CAC © ArCom Publishing Inc., 2009 (USPS #45580) on April 7 at the University of Virginia Hospital. Monica Katherine weighed six pounds, eight ounces and was 20 inches long. Sarah Cole weighed five pounds, nine ounces and was 19 and 1/2 inches long. Maternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. James R. McKenry of Virginia Beach, Va. Paternal grandparents are D. James H. Johnson of Aubumdale, Fla., formerly of Woodville and Charlotte Coates Johnson of Lakeland, Fla., formerly of Sperryville. Mountain Laurel students pick « invasive plants in national park SAVE SMART THIS SPRING! We stand by our FACTORY GUARANTEE that you will SAVE 30% ON YOUR ENERGY BILLS!!! (Regency Windows Only) WHYPAUL HENRY’S? We at Paul Henry’s Window Installation can cut your energy cost by at least 30% by replacing those old windows and doors. All our products exceed the Energy Star approval We offer only the highest quality, energy efficient windows, doors and siding with unsurpassed professional installation Paul Henry personally guarantees 100% satisfaction with every job. WE SELL ENERGY STAR w!fe NevvHnancing! Buy NouuNoPayments until 2010! WINDOWS soxnc ROOFING GUTTERS DOORS ®rB hkmlhm29yemofSatis/kdCustomm WINDOWS SIDING ROOFING GUTTERS DOORS ?riT3 3»~.V».r,l*T 1 * jij^ rUTTfl IWT By Elaine Glier Special to the Rappahannock News In honor of Earth Day, Mountain Laurel Montessori School students fought back invasive plants in the Shenandoah National Park. Armed with only their muscles and gloves, the fifth and sixth graders picked 18 bags of invasive weeds to make room for the emerging shoots of jack-in-the-pulpit, mayapple and skunk cabbage that are native to the region. The most prevalent invasive found in the park this spring seemed to be garlic mustard, which the settlers brought over from Europe for medicinal purposes. The students also uprooted European invasives - wintercress and mullein to allow room for the park’s native plants to thrive. While weeding a national park seems an overwhelming task, the students learned that every little bit helps. Sixth grader Emmy Boucher also participated last year and noticed that the plants were smaller this year. “It took more weeds to fill up a bag, but it was easier to pull them up by the root,” she said. “It was hard work, but we made it fun by Photo courtesy Mountain Laurel Montessori School INVASIVE PLANTS: Mountain Laurel student Nichole Hughey holds garlic mustard, one of the invasive plants the Montessori students were uprooting in Shenandoah National Park last week in honor of Earth Day. singing and pretending that the weeds were delicious bites of food. We got really hungry.” The students wrapped up their Earth Day adventure with a picnic lunch in the park. They are looking forward to another work party in a few weeks, along with a hike with one of the park rangers. The students, teachers and parents wish to thank National Park Service Supervisor, Robin Williams, and another volunteer naturalist, Ted Pryor, for guiding them and for their wealth of information about invasive and native plants.'' The Rappahannock News and the Rappahannock Animal Welfare League (RAWL) presen Your Next Best Friend: Petey CHOW-CHOW: Now isn’t that a goofy name i for a breed? “Chow-Chow?” What were they thinking? Good thing that I am a mix with Pit 1 Bull. Now doesn’t that sound better: Pit Bull? i There's also some Lab in there. Well, the point is that I am new here in Amissville, and am clearly in charge. They have all learned to obey Petey, for that is my name. Even though I am only a year old, the other dogs here usually say simply, ‘Yes, sir.’ This past week six dogs were joined with new owners. The Rappahannock Animal Welfare League is located in Amissville at 160 Weaver Road. It can be reached seven days a week between 8 a m. and 1 p m at (540) 937-3283 Check out its Web site at www rawldogs org «* Bartlett Tree Experts has been advertising with the Fauquier Times-Democrat for many years. We especially enjoy running our bi-weekly column "Ask The Arborist". We also enjoy getting calls and e-mails from readers. Advertising in the Fauquier Times-Democrat allows us to keep in touch with the community where we work and live. Jamie Wood,, 1.S A Certified Arborist, Bartlett lice Experts BULDYOUR business wrm Times OmftSiriY News

Former sheriff, bank president ‘arrested’ for worthy cause T Photo by Louise van Dort Lt. J:C. Welch of the Rappahannock County Sheriff’s Office handcuffs Jennings Hobson, service manager at BlueRidgeMac in Woodville, for “habitual lateness” as part of the Jail and Bail fundraising event. Pnoto by Timothy R. Thompson Michael Leake, president and CEO of Rappahannock National Bank, speaks to “Acting Judge’VCourt Clerk Pat Davis at Friday’s Jail and Bail fundraising event for Relay for Life. Clarification It was reported in an April 23 story about John Lesinski - a Democrat running for the 15th District Delegate seat - that he served in Iraq. Lesinski actually was called up from the U.S. Marine Corp Reserves to serve as a part of Operation Iraqi Freedom and did his six months of active duty service at the Pentagon. Home and land transfers These Rappahannock County home and land transfers were recorded in the Rappahannock County Circuit Court Clerk's office between April 3 and April 23. To find transfers in other Northern Virginia counties, visit www.timespapers.com Hawthorne Lowell B. Lewis and wife to Arnoldo R. Cruz and wife, 25 acres, $650,000, tax map 53-8 Jackson Deborah E. Mullan and other trustees to Emiel K. Smet and wife, parcel 12.7298 acres m/1, $300,000, deed bargain sale, tax map 44-4H * Ronald LeMarr a President ^ trees defoliated? Call us with your Gypsy Moth Serial a Ground swdcaUMS - i tree ar 10,080 Round HM w Marshal" > Ugeshwg^ ^ SterPng" 540-338-7477 5%364*U|£ Paris 540-837-9150 ToB ff»B/866:5^95^^,] Its that time of yeartime to mow the lawn and have your air conditioning inspected! Leave the air conditioning to Appleton Campbell Appfeton Campbel “The 2006 Large Business erf the'fear” APPLETON CAMPBELL -INC.PLUMBING • H€AT1NG • AIR CONDITIONWG VA Class A Licensed & Insured We Dolt Al! 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Warrenton Wcor will be collecting canned I goods for "Share with a Neighbor" and pet foods to be donated to SPCA Donors will receive a 10% off on their purchase Warrenton Village Center Is at the intersection of Business Rt 29 and Rt 17. By Timothy R. Thompson Special to the Rappahannock News Last Friday was a busy day for the Rappahannock County Sheriff’s Office. Arrest after arrest, “offenders” were marched into the Rappahannock County courthouse on Gay Street, shackled, and soon were wearing jail orange. However, these were not normal everyday arrests. These “offenders” were served “warrants” to benefit the American Cancer Society. The fundraising event called “Jail and Bail” was sponsored by the SherifF s Office’s Relay for Life team. Warrants could be written on anyone and served on anyone for a $5 donation. According to Major Scott Jenkins of the Sheriffs Office “this is the first time we have done this event.” Warrants were issued for many creative and comical reasons including failr ure to smile and failure to remain silent. Once arrested the offenders were taken before acting “Circuit Judge” Pat Davis, who is really Clerk of the Combined District Court. Once at the courthouse the “offender” was given the opportunity to make bond or make phone calls to raise their bond. The bond amounts were set by the person issuing the bond. Among those arrested were, Building Inspector Richie Burke, former sheriff John Henry Woodwardr Jack Atkins of the County Building Office as well as Rappahannock National Bank President and CEO Michael Leake. All of those arrested took it with a smile and seemed more than happy to help the cause. Jenkins said in an interview Friday that “the initial goal was $2,000 and it looks Meetings and Notices • On Monday, May 4 the Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors will meet at a 2 p.m. session and again at 7 p.m. for a public hearing. Both meetings will be at the Rappahannock County courthouse on Gay Street. Topics on the agenda include: Update on Scrabble School: Economic Development Advisory Committee: Payment of taxes, fees via credit card and Public Safety Committee recommendations. The agenda for the 7 p.m. session includes VDOT's Six Year Secondary Road Improvement Plan and FY 2010 budget public hearing. • On Thursday, May 7 the Rappahannock County Water and Sewer Authority will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the Rappahannock County courthouse on Gay Street. • The Town of Washington is seeking letters of interest from residents who wish to be considered for nomination to the Planning Commission. The Town Council will consider the appointment to the Planning Commission on May 13. 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Editorial & Opinion -ixappafcannocfe JJetosEstablished 1877 An Independent Newspaper Published Every Thursday Arthur W. Arundel, Publisher Mary Ann Kuhn, Editor Peter W. Arundel, President BilFWalsh, Executive Editor Jan Clatterbuck, Office Manager/Editorial Assistant 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: PO. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747-0059 Telephone (540) 675-3338 Fax: (540) 675-3088 e-mail: mkuhn@timespapers.com Hours: 8:30 a m. to 5 p.m., Mooday-Frtday •« ■* - Member, Audit Bureau of Circulations www.rappnews.com THURSDAY, APRIL 30, 2009 Thanks to our readers After 18 years of remaining at 50 cents a copy, the Rappahannock News will be raising the single issue price to 75 cents on May 7. Annual subscription rates will also rise from $21 to $34.32 per year. We don’t like this, not at this point in time, when everyone is having to get by with less. Who needs another expense to go up? Major newspapers across the country have been folding left and right, many having operated at losses over the past few years as they compete with new sources for news whose bottom line costs were so much lower few could compete. Community newspapers, however, have hung on. There is a much more intimate bond between the readers and the papers. Often, these newspapers are the primary source of news and information for those ilT a particular community. Community newspapers serve as clearinghouses for information, report relevant local news and keep an eye on local governments all of which would leave big gaps in community life were these newspapers gone. We can say that our family of papers has already made deep cuts - people have lost their jobs, others have had to cut back hours — and like everyone else, our expenses seem to cost more for the same or less. Few other commodities or services can say that rates have not increased in 18 years. Publishing is not known to be a big profit making enterprise. It is a service, and a necessary one, that the nation’s founders chose to set apart from government with the intent that the press remain free. That tradition has held up for over 200 years, but it doesn’t relieve the burden of keeping up with the cost to provide the service. , The increase allows us to break even, and that’s about all we can say other than we hope our readers will understand and that $13.32 extra per year is something they are willing to bear. Our thanks to our readers and may we all recover to better times soon. Letters to the editor The Rappahannock News welcomes Letters to the Editor from its readers as a forum for discussion of local public affairs subjects. WRITE: Letters to the Editor. P.O. Box 59, Washington, Va. 22747 EMAIL: mkuhn@timespapers.com • Rappahannock News Sta« Photo Jan Oatterbuck All smiles Neil O'Heir, left, director of dining at The Inn at Little Washington, Mary Ann Kuhn, proprietor of the Middleton Inn and editor of the Rappahannock News, and Andrew Welch, general manager of The Inn at Little Washington, were honored during the AAA Diamond Awards luncheon on April 23 at The Park Hyatt Hotel in Washington, D.C. They received awards of excellence for their inns. (See Washington column, Page A12) Letters ‘Let’s put opinion articles on the opinion pages’ iam so appreciative of the Rappahannock News for informing our community about local events. Therefore I think twice before writing a letter of complaint. But the front page article in the April 23 issue, titled “Taxpayers Revolt!” was just one more straw breaking the back of my patience. This article claims it is a news article about a meeting but it is mainly the writer’s personal (and poorly informed) opinion about the sociology of this community. Several times over the past few months I have seen these inflammatory, one-man's-opinion, articles written in the guise of a “news” article. A simple report on what was said at that taxpayers' meeting would have been useful. It’s even okay to spice up the report with some juicy drama. But it is not at all helpful for the writer gratuitously to throw in his ideas about the demarcation of separate groups in this county. The taxpayers' meeting had nothing to do with the first four paragraphs of this article, which spoke about fox hunts and “expensive costumes" and “weekend gentry’." The subject of the meeting w’as about procedures by which a contract would or should be entered into bv the county and the school board, and other concerns about how the county and the schools are administered. What happened to the old “who-what-where-when- why” formula for writing “news” articles? Let’s put opinion articles on the opinion pages. I am in strong disagreement with the newspapers numerous recent attempts to create antagonisms and false dualisms among so-called “classes” of people in this county. This does a disservice to the strong ties that are felt and expressed among the people of diverse talents, contributions, abilities, beliefs and histories. 1 count as many friends in this community, and even a broader range of people who I know of and respect, a very wide range of backgrounds, political beliefs, religions, family backgrounds, and so forth, and I feel that that rich web of relationships is threatened by false dualisms being pushed by the paper. Beverly Hunter Amissville Does he like anyone here?’ What is it with Rappahannock News Staff Writer Stephen Dareing? Are there any Rappahannock lifestyles he approves? A few months ago he insulted most of the adults in the county: those who voted for John McCain, questioning their commitment to racial equality. In yesterday’s paper he seemed to go after virtually everyone, from the “wealthy weekend gentry” who apparently all chase foxes around while wearing “expensive costumes” to the “farmers and tradesmen, people who work with their hands” who apparently required a few beers to “work up courage...to vent their frustrations" with the county administration. Does he like anyone here? If so, who.* If not, why does he work here? You are the editor. Do you edit what this guy writes? John Feeney Snerrvville The Sperryville Fire and Rescue Squad should be very proud’ I would like to express my sincere appreciation to all who were involved in the Miss Rappahannock contest on Saturday. I was a judge for this event. In my experience, this was one of the best run events of which I have been a part. The Sperryville Fire and Rescue Squad should be very proud of its efforts. All of the participants were w in ners, even if they did not go home with the biggest trophy. Standing in front of a large crowd and allowing yourself to be judged on five criteria by four judges you did not know wall prove to be a beneficial experience. It is never easy to be in front of a large audience no matter what your age or experience. The many businesses that supported this organization should be recognized for their efforts in these uncertain economic times. Finally, those attending should be complemented on taking the time to support all of the participants on a beautiful spring day in Rappahannock county. I feel privileged to have been a small part of this occasion. Glen HofTherr Amissville Down Memory Lane From Back Issues of the Rappahannock News 40 YEARS AGO May 8, 1969 Mr. and Mrs. John Early of Amissville, who have operated Earl/s Carpet Service for several years from their home, have constructed a new building to house their business. The cinderblock structure is 40x80 feet and is located on the lot adjacent to their home. The Earlys sell new rugs and carpeting, repair rugs and clean and shampoo rugs. The new headquarters will permit a larger stock of carpeting and provide more satisfactory repair and cleaning service. A grand opening is scheduled for the near future. Four seniors of Rappahannock County High School have been recognized for academic achievement. They are Beth O’Bannon, Carter Moffett, Janet Hackley and Wayne Deal, in that order. Graduation exercises for Rappahannock County High School are scheduled for Friday, June 6, at 8 p.m., in the school auditorium. The first community 4-H Club was organized at Sperryville last week. The following officers were elected: Charla Sisk, President; Susan Coates, Vice President; Judy Atkins, Secretary; Margaret Hicks, Treasure; Cindy Cumins, Reporter and Linda Clatterbuck, Song leader, members include Pam Deal, Ginger Scudereand Beverly Atkins. The club has chosen as their club project: The Total You! They will be studying the importance of an attractive appearance, good grooming practices and a pleasant personality. I 25 YEARS AGO April 26, 1984 Rappahannock’s FHS (Future Homemakers Association) president Debbie Pullen says the recent convention in Roanoke was good because “basically you get ideas from other people there, the schools from the state got input from other schools- what they’re doing (that we can do) to make ours better,” she said. There were workshops to get ideas and Pullen says the local representatives brought back several good ones. The concept Debbie brought back that she’d like to try here is something called “Start.” It’s a competitive event during which students participate in mock job interviews. Winners go on through state and national contests. Voters in the town of Washington will go to the polls on Tuesday, May l*,to elect a new mayor, treasurer and five council members for two year terms, the ballot for mayor is Peter Kramer, former head of the council. Also running without opposition is Bradford R. Fisher, incumbent town treasurer. Reynolds, the first Rappahannock man across the line in last Saturday’s Fodderstack Classic, congratulated daughter Grace Reynolds on her finish. Reynolds won his fourth Eva L. Smith Memorial trophy with a time of 35:56, his best ever for the 10 Kilometer race. 1 0 YEARS AGO ' April 28, 1999 A report submitted to the planning commission by the Ad Hoc Committee on Mountainside Development was the topic of a lengthy public discussion, members Don Audetteand Pat Saltonstallwere present to answer any questions from the public and the community. They have been meeting since December on the subject. The report addresses issues related to development of mountaintop and mountainside areas in Rappahannock County. The Rappahannock County Lions Club has completed this year's program of sight and hearing screening. The chairman for these services. Lion Bob Anderson, reported the accomplishment of “a record year.” The Lion Eye and Ear Van served the Rappahannock high school and the elementary school, Wakefield County Day School, Hearthstone School, The Child Care and Learning Center and the Senior Citizen Center. A team of 16 Lions and two volunteers contributed a total of 204 hours over a six-day period to complete 1,014 screenings, (both sight and hearing tests), for 995 students and 19 senior citizens. Christina Lynn Pace and Ricky DeVon Savage Ilexchanged marriage vows Jan. 23 at Sandridge Church of God in Alabama. The Rev. Ronald HobbyofTiciated. Following a honeymoon to Gatlinburg, Tenn., the couple are residing at Castleton. Compiled by Jan Cl|itterbuck

School Superintendent answers questions running at the same time as the heat? A. Our new HVAC/ Maintenance Tech also informed me that he observed one day that a few AC units were running at the same time as the boilers and he cut off the AC. I immediately informed the principal about the problem. It is my belief that problem has not continued. In fact, from July 1 through March we have used nearly 12% less electricity than the same period last year. Several questions were addressed directly to School Superintendent Dr. Bob Chappell at last Friday's Board of Supervisors public hearing on the schools and county budgets. The following are some of the questions and Dr. Chappell's responses: Q. Has the RCPS paid to remove modular trailers three times? A. We have reviewed the school budgets from 2003 through 2009 and can find no entries for removing modular trailers. Q. Why are we paying for county vehicles to be used for people to go joy riding? Why are we paying for people to drive their buses home? Hearing From Page A1 new debt, that taxpayers would be responsible for the next 30 years. Leading off comment from the public was county resident Sharon Kilpatrick who said she was disappointed that the contract with Ameresco was taken off the agenda. “It was reported in the Rappahannock News that Tbm Junk said this was a matter of trust," said Kilpatrick. “Well, he and Mr. Cordani have spent the last 15 years destroying trust between voters." Junk responded with a quip about his grandfather’s horses - don’t sav a horse has been stolen from one’s field until you look in the bam - but before the debate got too roiled. Chairman Bob Anderson reminded evenone that they “were not going to speak on Ameresco,” this evening. Roger Cordani (also of Concerned Taxpayers) remarked that “it took a lot of wind out of what people wanted to say when you all took Ameresco off the board.” Actually, the topics shifted pretty quickly to faulty HVAC systems and controls, school administrators and whether they were actually needed, and school buses being driven home by drivers. One of the big issues was what was perceived as the constant state of disrepair of HVAC systems, what money had been budgeted in the past and whether, if anything, had been done about these problems - the explicit refrain being to fix what the schools had before spending more money on a new system. Walt Longyear - owner of Fair lea Farms B&B - referenced a management report by a consulting firm done last year and wanted to know if the schools had acted on any of the recommendations. “Do we have too may positions, administrators...or don’t we have too may teachers, too many staff,” he asked. A. A number of Rappahannock County. Sheriff's Department, and RCPS employees drive county or school-owned vehicles between work and home. The RCPS has a practice of not allowing non-resident employees to drive vehicles home. The head custodian and the HVAC/Maintenance Technician are authorized to drive school vehicles between work and home because they are on call 24-7. Most RCPS buses are parked at the homes of drivers at night because it is more cost-effective than having the driver pick up “One year later, what’s going on?” Wayne Smoot wanted to know who monitors the work (on the aging HVAC systems) and suggested that county inspectors be used to provide quality control for any future work. Even so, he was clearly not happy with the board and stated that, “we need new supervisors, we need a new administrator.” One clearly upset parent, Bemie Mills tried to address School Superintendent Dr. Bob Chappell directly, leading Anderson to ask that only the board be addressed which prompted an outburst from Ron Maxwell that the man was being intimidated. Dr. Chappell quietly follow’ed Mills outside to speak with him about his concern. When it came time for the supervisors to speak, Bryant I.ee said to “give a hand of applause to the School Board" not only for submitting a lower budget, but in raising the schools to such high standards and academic success. buses at the bus shop. This practice saves the RCPS thousands of dollars in fuel and maintenance costs on buses. Three car drivers are authorized to drive school cars to and from home because their routes start near their homes. One bus driver drives a school car to and from home to pick up his bus. This driver has additional responsibilities that justify the estimated $750 cost per year. Q. Why has maintenance not been done on HVAC systems? Where did the maintenance money go? A. During the 2003-2004 school year, we spent more Supervisor Roger Welch explained the handicap the county had to work with when it came to state funding stating that “our Composite Index" is the highest in the state and Luray schools get twice the funding per pupil than does Rappahannock. Supervisor Ron Frazier had no such praise in mind and directly asked School Board member Aileen Johnson if she would commit to putting the proposed Ameresco contract to public referendum. Johnson declined to comment leading Frazier to state, “so you don't want them to have a vote on it?” Next he turned to Chappell: “Is there anyway we can get this heating system fixed, Mr. Chappell? “Is there enough money for parts to fix it?” he continued to which Chappell replied that he would make an answer available. 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For the 2004-2205 school year, we hired an experienced HVAC technician for repairs and preventive maintenance. HVAC expenditures dropped from nearly $33,000 to under $17,000 in 2004-05. When we spent less than $3,000 in 200506,1 recommended to the School Board that we reduce the budgeted amount to $17,500. The next two years, we spent under $6,000 each year. In 2007-08 I implemented a weekly checklist to insure that HVAC repairs and preventive maintenance were completed in a timely manner. In February 2009 I the bickering. Jimmy Deal - who said he grew up in Rappahannock cutting com by hand - said “the schools deserve a lot of credit and the administrators do a good job." Deal offered $500 to start a fund for the schools. He asked other landowners to make a similar contribution. “There should be some people that can put up the money," if they care about Rappahannock County, he said. 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PUBLIC HEARING: SIX-YEAR PLAN (2009-2010 through 2014-2015) FOR SECONDARY ROADS & 2009-2010 SECONDARY ROAD IMPROVEMENT BUDGET In accordance with §33.1-70.01 of the Code of Virginia. 1950 (as amended), on Monday. May 4. 2009. at 700 PM at the Courthouse in Washington, Virginia, the Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors shal hold a public hearing on the Six-Year Secondary Road Improvement Ptan for Rappahannock County This meeting shall also include a public heanng concerning foe Secondary Road improvement budget for the coming fiscal year The proposed budget for 2009-2010 is as toilers: / Priority Magisterial UPC No. District ' Nq, 0 Stonewall 66862 0 Stonewall 11207 0 Wakefield Jackson 76194 1 Hampton 11210 2 Wakeheia 71923 3 Jackson 11682 4 Hampton Stonewall 11204 5 WakeheW 82326 Route Road Name No. 619 LIZZIE MILLS ROAD 707 SLATE MILLS ROAD 729 BEN VENUE ROAD 729 RICHMOND ROAD 637 JERICHO ROAD 640 BATTLE MTN ROAD 622 ROCK MILLS ROAD 637 NORTH POES ROAD Description of Work Reconstruct and Surface Treat Road Improve Curve Intersection Improvement Bridge Replacement Bridge Replacement Reconstruct and Surface Treat Road Reconstruct Bridge and Surface Treat Road Bridge Replacement Proposals and suggestions tor foe Six-Year Plan are available tor inspection from 8 30-4:30 Monday through Friday at the County Administration Office in Washington. Virginia, and at the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDoT) Warrenton Residency Office in Warrenton. Virginia. All interested persons are invited to attend and to make comment. Mother's Day at The Ashby Inn & Restaurant... ..m lovely spot tucked envoy in the heart of Paris, Virginia. Although the restaurant is located a short distance from Washington, DC, it 's ambience is miles away. The Ashby Inn is beloved for the delicious American French cuisine prepared by Executive Chef Laurent Cbosset. Chef Chosset's food has received accolades from many influentialpatrons and has remained in Zagat Ratings. Our Mother 's Day brunch has been created with a flair of elegance and expertise. It is a pleasure to find food as well crafted as this in a country setting with a breathtaking view of the rolling hills. This local treasure should be on your "must see list"for Mother's Day. 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Ecologically grown vegetables and flowers for the garden, native trees and shrubs, hanging planters and handcrafted furniture were available from a group of vendors, including the Rappahannock County Public Schools’ Farm to Table program, who return annually to launch the spring planting season. Triple Oaks Bakery was there to sell its yummy gluten-free baked goods and the high school culinary class provided breakfast, including terrific quiche. Plant-a-row program volunteers signed up backyard farmers for their worthwhile community project. Among the vendors were James and Holly Hammond, interns at Waterpenny Farm. This young couple has set their hopes for the future in finding a way to incorporate farming into family life, as do Waterpenny farmers Rachel Bynum and Eric Plaskin. James, originally from Greensboro, N.C., and with some farming in his family background, had a corporate career in the com* puter field. Holly, whose family operates a large scale U-Pick farm in Arizona, had developed a catering business after her graduation from Arizona State University in 2003. This couple re-evaluated their goals in life, hiked the Appalachian Trail, and decided to pursue a farming life style. A search for internships on www.attra. ncat.org, the Web site for National Sustainable Agriculture Information Service (funded by USDA), led them to Waterpenny Farm. The detailed descriptions of farming methodolo Sperryville Barbara Adolfi adoffibarbara@ venzon.net (540) 987-8682 gy, size of farm, the model of the 40- year lease, and even the thoughtfulness of the name, drew James and Holly to this successful family farm in Sperryville. With the sun shining brightly on a perfect spring morning and Rachel and Eric’s sons watched over by la nonna and playing among the plants, we hope that James and Holly feel supported in their hopes for the future. 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College From Page A1 guidance Jason Gochenour said, “but this is more of an issue this year with the economy, and it’s a larger part of the deciding factor.” Seniors with financial offers in hand have been regulars in Gochenour’s office. So have their parents who have questions about everything from filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to what student loans have" what interest rates. Gochenour is not expert on financial aid, but says that parents and students need to be informed so that they make the right decision for themselves and their families. “If you have questions, be smart enough to ask the financial aid counselors at your colleges,” he said. “I don’t know everyone’s financial situation, but 111 encourage them to ask questions, and 111 ask them questions like, T)o you want to be saddled with $100,000 in debt, especially if this is not your final degree and you are thinking about grad school?1 You might not want that $100,000 debt.” Students and parents, Gochenour added, should use the financial aid calculators that are available online to see what the payment options will be depending on the amount of money borrowed and at what interest rate. Josh Bywaters did. An aerospace engineering major, Bywaters researched interest rates, loans and scholarship possibilities offered at West Virginia University, which runs about $27,000 year for an out-of-state student. The financial aid package that WVU offered Bywaters includes a $3,000 scholarship and student loans whose interest rate rates, depending on that type of loan. For example, the unsubsidized undergraduate Stafford Loan has a fixed interest rate of 6.8 percent. These continue to accrue interest during the years the student is in college. The subsidized Stafford Loan has an interest rate of 5.6 percent next year, but drops to 4.5 percent during the 2010-11 year and 3.4 percent during the 2011-12 year before return to the current 5.6 percent rate in the 201213 year. The amount of what a student can borrow also changes each year. The Parent PLUS loan’s interest rate is set at 8.5 percent. Bywaters crunched the numbers and applied for additional scholarships and grants before deciding that he and his parents could make it work for a WVU education. “You have to be realistic with your decision,” he said. “If you’re going to a liberal arts school and spending $40,000 a year, it may not be easy to make that $40,000 back in just a couple of years after college.” Majoring in engineering has an up side, Bywaters pointed out. There is a demand for engineers. If that demand continues, and he does well in school, he should land a good paying job after he graduates from WVU. “Tm trying to make it so I don’t have a lot of debt,” he said. “After I graduate, I want to consolidate the student loans and try to pay them back in 10 years or less if I can.” Whittier College, which counts the late President Richard Nixon among its alumni, offered Schwar a $20,000 per year merit scholarship, small classes and, of course, beautiful, warm weather. Her costs would have dropped to about $12,000 each year. Still, Schwar, who plans to major in English and theater arts, felt the price tag remained too high. “Just the cost of flying back and forth from California to here is so expensive,” she added. “I would have never been able to come home.” Schwar accepted the admission offer from VCU and will pay about $4,000 a year, thanks to a generous financial offer. She can even take her car. Emily Spivey turned down Shenandoah and Longwood universities, Lynchburg College and the University of Alabama and mailed in her deposit to Liberty University after it offered a financial package that will reduce her costs substantially from the usual $23,000 price tag. “Liberty’s the place I felt most comfortable at. I liked the living conditions and the campus,” said Spivey, who is interested in pursuing a career in education or nutrition. “In the end, they gave me the most money, and I just don’t want to be in debt. I don’t want my parents to have to deal with the loans.” Hannah Rosenbaum said that she is still weighing the pros and cons of VCU and Whittier - and probably will not arrive at her decision until May 1. “This is a totally difference stage of life,” she said. “My thing is that I’m afraid that I’m going to miss out on an opportunity if I pick one and not the other. Going to California, it’s such a great opportunity, but VCU is close to home, and I’ve got my brother there.” Rosenbaum applied to nine schools and won acceptance to seven, including the University of California at Santa Cruz. It is nearly impossible for an out-of-state student to earn a slot at a California state school as instate students have an overwhelming advantage in the admissions game. Road trips have taken her to admitted student days at James Madison University and the College of Charleston. During spring break, she visited See COLLEGE, Page A10 Terri Morris M. Ph.D? 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Our church is expecting a large turn-out for this event, with visitors from many local churches, to include Mount Lebanon Baptist Church. If you would like more information, please contact Pastor Bob Rooper at 8250900. The church is located about a half mile off of Route 522 on Griffinsburg Road. We We're living LONGER.. See if Gregory Bodoh & Associates can helpyqu ensure a lifetime of Income. 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Albanese has won several top prizes at national and international competitions. Albanese’s program will consist of Beethoven’s Sonata in F minor, Op. 57, “Appassionata”, Mendelssohn’s Sonata in B-flat major, Op. 106, Chopin’s Nocturne in B major, Op. 62, No. 1 and Polonaise-Fantasie in A-flat major. Op. 61, and Liszt’s Reminiscences de Norma. Tell everyone how proud you are I of your graduate 1 with an ad on our special Graduation Page appearing June 10 Hats Off to our '09 Graduates Brianna, We couldn't be more proud of you. You're on your way! Love from Gramps & Grandmom -C bJ ir‘y°ur P^hrnents es really fa n- Phere'sa 'oorld 'g x>ve fr&Dad 1X2 Ad $25 1.86" x 2" Greeting Only 2X3 Ad $35 3.8" x 3" Photo & Greeting 3X5 Ad $50 5.9" x 5" Photo & Greeting Fill out and return this form with check or money order to: Times Community News Classified Department 39 Culpeper St. Warrenton, VA 20188 Phone 540.351.1664 Fax 540.347.5193 S3SU, NEWS in Pm online Aryome. 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Pageant From Page A1 • Fourteen-year-old Kyndle Turley entered for the fun, glitz and glamour... Rappahannock style. Stacy McPeak, 18, had never been in a pageant and wanted to try a new experience. She was coached by her friend Sarah Elliott who had often been in pageants when she was younger, enjoyed the events and getting in front of people. These young women had entered the Miss Rappahannock Friends category. The stage decor for the pageanChad a simple elegance, created by Faye Henry. Masters of Ceremony, the Rev. Jennings Hobson III and Dr. Becky Greer, kept the evening flowing smoothly with wit and commentary. Certified judges volunteered their time to support the event at a professional level. Door prizes, a silent auction and a raffle made the event fun for the audience, while BBQ sandwiches, pizza and dessert kept them fed and happy. A host of volunteers tended to the details needed to keep a four hour event on track. Ann Leake was typical of the audience members. 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Police From Page A1 of wanting to buy his car, according to Sgt. Franz Mahlor, of Virginia State Police. In later questioning, he acknowledged that the car belonged to his mother, Mahlor said. It was while on a “test drive” that the suspect was pulled over for speeding by trooper Roop, state police said. Roop had called for backup before pulling the A Classical Education for the 21st Century Country Dav School is a non-sectarian, pre-school through twelfth grade, college preparatoryday school. The curriculum emphasizes scholarship m the classical tradition. 'INTELLECT CULTURE SERVICE EHIJESS VIRTUE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL 1059 Zachary Taylor Highway I Flint Hill, VA | 540635.8555 www.wakefieldcds.org TOURS OFFERED DAO" We ivekome tfje opportunity to slxtre our school with you. .■■■■■ ■ . ■■■ • ■ I United openings at certain grade lads. 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Phone 540.351.1664 Fax 540.351.0121 FauquierClassffied@timespapere.com Fauquier Times-Democrat, Fauquier Weekend, Rappananrxxk News Gainesville Tines Culpeper Times THERAPY Come to the Sugorloof Crofts Festival to relieve your stress, forget the news and interact with hundreds of caring artists. Treat yourself Shop with friends Sample specialty foods Enjoy children's shows Leave refreshed BUY DISCOUNT TICKETS ONLINE Sugarloaf CraftsFestivaL SUPPORT AMERICAN ARTISANS MAY 1, 2, 3, 2009 Dulles Expo Center Chantilly, VA (Rt. 28 at Willard Rd.) Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5 ^ SugarloafCrafts.com gsd SUGARlOAF MOUNTAIN WORKS, INC. • 800-210-9900 Wa.per, vehicle over, but as soon as the car stopped, the “test” driver fled, police said. The suspect was described as a Caucasian male with blond or brown hair, cut very short, medium build and height, in his early 20s and wearing blue jean shorts, tan boots and a white T-shirt, according to state police. The suspect may also have had a ‘goatee’ or facial hair on his chin. Sheriff Connie Smith and other deputies responded immediately upon hearing trooper Roop’s second call that he was in foot pursuit of a suspect, according to the sheriff’s office. Apart from the implications of why a person would run from the state police after having been stopped for speeding, are the unusual circumstances involving the owner of the vehicle, how he came to be riding as a passenger at the time of the traffic stop, and the meeting of the two at Hackley’s Store. According to law enforcement sources, the young man whose car was “test driven” is known in Culpeper as a juvenile offender. He was also wearing attire, and had tattoos, indicative of one who is involved with a gang, these sources said. At the time of his questioning after the stop, he was wearing an inside out red T-shirt, black shoes, white socks, and black pants with one leg tucked into a sock. 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However, due to the temperatures (low 90s) and the time of arrival, the dogs traced the trail through a thicket and to the edge of Lee’s Orchard where the trail was lost. Anyone with information on the suspect - whether at Hackley's Store around 9 a.m. or in the vicinity of Massies Corner sometime after 9:30 a.m. - is asked to call the Virginia State Police at 540-3476425. College From Page A7 Santa Cruz and Whittier. Monday, she went to VCU for a final tour. Between visits, she spoke to Gochenour several times about financing her college choice. “All you ever hear is not to let money stop you, but when it hits you, you do have to think about this," Rosenbaum said. “This really did not hit until I talked to a financial aid director.” After that chat, Rosenbaum removed Santa Cruz from consideration. “I wrote the school a letter and told them that I would be going there if I had enough financial aid," said Rosenbaum, who would need to borrow about $20,000 a year. “1 could go there, but looking at the future, it just doesn’t seem like the smartest decision." The offers from VCU and Whittier are comparable, and that is the reason she wall not have a decision until the last minute. “I guess I’m leaning one way, but this is hard,” she added. MORE NEWS ONUNE... RappNews.com 8TH ANNUAL SPRING EQUIPMENT AUCTION Fauquier Livestock Exchange, Inc. 7404 John Marshall Hwy, Marshall, VA 540-364-1566 or Toll free 877-416-5653 Saturday, May 9th, 2009 • 9 am SHARP TmcksflYailers/Farm Equipment sells at 12 Noon ATTENTION: 2 AUCTIONEERS (Bring a friend!) PARTIAL LISTING »CONSIGNMENTS ADDED DAILY TRACTORS JD 6420 w/loader 4x4. 900 hrs JD 4400 w/loader JD 4720 w/loader, 300 hrs JD 4440 CAB Quad Range JD Skidsteer 240 JD 4020 wide front w/148 loader Ford 4630 w/loader Ford 1920 w/loader International 986 Farmtrac 665, 700 hrs Ford 4000 w/loader AC WD 45 Farmall H 3 point hitch Farmall H 1941 International 1974 Cub Lowboy w/belly mower 8N Ford NH TT 60 (220 hrs) TRUCKS/TRAILERS 2001 Dodge P/U Gas 4x4 1999 Dodge P/U 4x4, Ext. Cab. Leather, Rebuilt Motor, Gar 1998 GMC C6500, 14" Flatbed Dump, 10 spd., 98K Miles 1997 Ford 350. 7.3 Diesel, 12” Landscape Dump, Exc. Cond. 1977 Ford 150, 351, MSD ignition, 6" Lift, Mickey Thompson 35x12.50 1989 GMC 4x4 1976 Int. 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The Rapp Happenings section lists events sponsored by non-profit groups only. Events must be received by 3 p.m. on Monday in order to be included in the next edition. Email Jan Clatterbuck at jclatterbuck@timespapers.com. Include name and phone number for information. All others seeking to advertise an event may contact Marie Rossi, mrossi@timespapers.com, or (540) 351-1165. Applications Rapidan Better. Housing is accepting applications for housing repair assistance to include first time wells and drainfields. Homeowners must be low-income and live full time in their home and be able to get a Rappahannock County Health Department permit. Please call Janet at (540) 948-3274 and ask for an application for the Indoor Plumbing/Repair Program. Seeking contestants Rappahannock County 4th of July committee is seeking contestants to compete for the titles of Mr. and Miss Rappahannock County 4th of July. Seeking male or female contestants between the ages of 2-18. For more information call Michelle Jenkins at 540-987-9440. Flint Hill Volunteer Fire Department is seeking young ladies (ages 1-21) and young men (ages 1-8) to participate in its annual carnival. Contestants will be selling raffle tickets on a 2009 Chevy Colorado pickup truck. For more information call Karen Williams at 540-635-4673. Yard sale Flint Hill Volunteer Fire Department is accepting donations of unwanted yard sale items. If you have items you wish to donate for a future yard sale,please contact Bruce Williams at 540635-4673 or Bill Jarrett at 540-675-1000 or call the • Flint Hill Volunteer Fire Department at 540-6753286 and leave a message. Thursday, April 30 • “Health in Hard Times,” a community conversation on staying healthy m these times, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.. The Link, Sperryville. Dr. John McCue and Susan Seidler from the on-line resource “enior Navigator" will speak. Host is Rappahannock Eldercare Coalition and Aging Together. For more information call Sharon Pyne, 540675-3313. Saturday, May 2 • Virginia Gold Cup, one of the nation’slargest steeplechase races, celebrates 84 years at Great Meadow, The Plains, Va. Seven hurdle and timber horse races, Jack Russell Terrier races, tent, tailgate and hat contests, and over 30 vendor booths. Gates open 10 a.m. General admission car pass, $75 in advance, $85 the week of the race and allows entry of car and up to six occupants. Call 540-347-2612 visit www.vagoldcup.com. • Rededication of historic Scrabble School - The Board of Supervisors of Rappahannock County and the Scrabble School Preservation Foundation invite the public to attend the rededication as the Scrabble School Senior Center on Saturday, 1 p.m. A program, self tour of the facility, casual conversations with Scrabble School Alumni, and refreshments will be offered. • Bird walk with Shenandoah National Park ecologist Alan Williams along the Rappahannock River near Flint Hill to see and hear migrating song-. birds at 8:30 a.m. Walk will take about two hours. To make a reservation (required), or get more information, contact Emery Lazar at eclazar@earthlink.net or 540-937-1789. Sponsored by the Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection’s Biodiversity Task Force. For more information on RLEP events, go to www.RLEP.org. • Play by the Rappahannock County High School drama class, “The Disappearance of Daniel Hand,” 7 p.m., in the school's auditorium. Also, Sunday, May 3, 4 p.m. Written by Dan O’Brien, the play focuses on teenage reactions to the disappearance of a fellow classmate and their perceptions of him. Senior Samantha Schwar is director. Tickets are $5 in advance and $10 at the door. • The Flint Hill Post Office, Flint Hill Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company and Flint Hill United Methodist Church invite you to the Flint Hill Fire House, 6 p.m., and Sunday, May 3, from 1 -6 p.m., for “The Postmaster's Private Stamp Collection” to raise money for the “Relay for Life Team.” All proceeds will be presented at the Mother’s Day cancer walk on May 9. On display, will be framed stamp art, exotic collectables, stamp and international commemoratives, some dating back to the late 1800s. Free. • Rain barrel workshop by the Culpeper Soil and Water Conservation District in Madison County, 9 a.m. to 12 noon. The barrels are $60 for one and $100 for two (this includes hardware). Reservations are required. To register, call Stephanie DeNicola at 540-825-8591 or send an email to Stephanie.DeNicola@va.nac dnet.net. Sunday, May 3 • Wildflower walks by avid nature conservationist and native-plant enthusiast Bruce Jones. Walk nature trails and see Wild Ginger, Hepatica, Trilliums, Lady Slipper Orchids, Crossvine, and other flowering native plants as well as native wildlife. Walk also held on May 5. Also learn about the challenges and rewards of restoring native habitat. The walks start at 2 p.m. and last 1 to 1-172 hours. To make a reservation (required), contact Pam Owen at (540) 317-1449 or biodiversity@ RLEP.org. These walks are sponsored by the Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection’s Biodiversity Task Force. For more information on all RLEP events, go to www.RLEP.org. Tuesday, May 5 • Monthly meeting of the Rappahannock County Democratic Committee, 7 p.m., at the Rappahannock County Public Library in the Jamieson Room. Doors open at 6:45 p.m. Refreshments will be served. All are welcome. For more information call or email Ray Boc at 540- 9879706 or eraymond.boc@ att.net • Fundraising event by RCHS Quiz Bowl team in the high school auditorium from 7 to 9 p.m. Teams may register for a fee of $25 payable to RCHS and should contact David Naser at dwnaser@rappahannock.k12.va.us . Deadline is Friday, May 1. Refreshments will be offered for sale. Spectators are asked for a $3 donation at the door. This is your chance to challenge the Quiz Bowl team and help them on the road to Chicago. • Kindergarten registration, Rappahannock County Elementary School for students who will be five years old by Sept. 30, from 9 a.m., until 3 p.m., Registration continues on May 6 and 7. Parents who wish to enroll their child for kindergarten this fall should call to schedule an appointment at 987-8259. Wednesday, May 6 • Rappahannock Free Clinic is open ; also on May 20 at county health department, Main Street, Washington. For more information call the Fauquier Free Clinic, 540-347-0394. Thursday, May 7 • Performances of “Snoopy!”, based on the comic strip “Peanuts* by Charles M. Schulz, Hearthstone School, Sperryville at 1 p.m., Friday, May 8 at 7 p.m. Suggested donation: Children and seniors $4, adults $8. For more information, please call 540987-9212. Friday, May 8 • Caregivers Seminar, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Washington Fire Hall. Equipment available to care for someone at home. Speakers include Jennifer Matthews, RN, Kelly Guido, COTA, Mountainside Physical Therapy and Jane Burdick, RD. Lunch is included. Equipment will be at the Fire Hall until 6 p.m. Contact Sharon Pyne, 6753313. Saturday, May 9 • A Comedy, “The Duck Variations,” about two old geezers on a park bench talking about the meaning of life will be presented at 8 p.m. at RAAC Community Theatre. For reservations, call (540) 522-1721 or email bsmah@stoneledge.net • Plants, seeds swap, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., The Link, Sperryville - an opportunity for all Plant A Row for the Hungry volunteers to participate. Bring something to swap - even a tool. Beginner gardeners welcomed. Expert gardeners available. Contact Ellen Berg at PlantARow Rapp@aol.com or 540-9878248. • Rain barrel workshop by the Culpeper Soil and Water Conservation District in Culpeper County, 10 a.m. The barrels are $60 for one and $100 for two (this includes hardware). Reservations are required. To register, call Stephanie DeNicola at 540-825-8591 or send an email to Stephanie.DeNicola@va.na cdnet.net. Monday, May 11 • Rappahannock Animal Welfare League (RAWL) is making its monthly trip to Harrisonburg for the low-cost spay/neuter clinic. Cost is $50 for felines (male or female), and $70 for canines (male or female) except $90 for canines weighing 55 pounds or more. Other services are available. Call RAWL to pre-register at 540-937-3283, 7:30 a.m., to 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 12 • The Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection’s Biodiversity Task Force offers educational programs and citizenscience volunteering opportunities related to preserving the biodiversity of native plants and animals at the Rappahannock County Library at 7 p.m. For more information, go to www.RLEP.org or contact Pam Owen at biodiversity@RLEP.org or (540) 3171499. • Board meeting of the Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services Board and Area Agency on Aging (RRCSB-AAA) 1 p.m., at its office at 15361 Bradford Road, Culpeper. Individuals with disabilities who require special assistance to attend and participate in this meeting should contact Alisa Decatur at 540-825-3100, ext. 3146 or TTY 540-8257391. Thursday, May 14 * Sons of Confederate Veterans (SCV) meeting 7 p.m., Rappahannock County Library. Everyone is welcome. For more information contact William B. Hill at 540- 987-7256. Saturday, May 16 • Fifth Annual Rappahannock Evening View, 6 p.m., at The Farm at Sunnyside to celebrate Rappahannock's 2008 easement donors while raising funds for the Farmland Preservation Program and RCCA. Contact RCCA at 540-9879118 or rcca1@ earthlink.net for tickets. Wednesday, May 20 • Orchard meeting by Rappahannock Extension Office at Sunnyside Organic Orchard, Washington. Meet at orchard 11 a.m. for tour; discussion of orchard management practices; bring bag lunch. Call 540-675-3619. Saturday, May 30 • 2nd Regional BowlFor-Seniors, Mountain Run Bowling Center, Culpeper Town Mall, 12 noon - 4 p.m. The Rappahannock Rapidan Community Services Board/Area Agency on Aging provides services to over 700 seniors in fivecounty area. For questions call Judy Seale at 540-8253100, extension 3013, or Lola Walker at 540-8253100, extension 3358. Wednesday, June 24-27 • Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company is seeking contestants for its annual carnival. Categories are: Queen ages 14-20 , Junior Miss ages 813 , Little Miss ages 3-7, Little Mister ages 3-7. Winners are based on number of raffle tickets sold. For tickets and more information contact Sandi Carter 540937-4218. Saturday, June 27 • Music festival features Black Sheep (reggae) and other groups, 11a.m. to 10 p.m., 892 Woodward Road, Sperryville. Benefits Pleasant View Acres. Belle Meade School Orchestra, which opens the festival, will be the first school program to be a recipient of the proceeds. Contact Dontez Harris. 540-987-8092. Sunday, Aug. 2 • Overnight camp sponsored by the CulpeperShenandoah-Rappahannock (CSR) 4-H from Aug. 2 - 6 for children 9-13 years old at the 4-H Educational Center near Front Royal. Campers will spend five days swimming, attending workshops Cost is $205. Scholarships are available. For more information, contact the Extension office at 540-6753619. V aby's firs! step1 jg^What an important ^milestone! There might be some initial wasering, bul with trust, determination, encouragement and loving guidance, that all important self assurance is soon to follow At times, events in our lives lease us insecure and unsure of I he steps we should take and ihe decisions we should make The most imps'rtani step we can take is the one into our house of worship In Psalm 8.2. David tells us the Lord has "set mv feet upon a rock, making my steps secure " God is waiting with outstretched arms to love and encourage us. 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Baptist Pastor: Dan Yowell Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship 11 a.m. Trinity Episcopal Rector: Rev. Jennings W. Hobson III Sunday: Holy Eucharist 18 a.m. Family Service 9:15 a.m. Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Prayer or Holy Eucharist II 11:00 Wednesday: Bible Study 9:30 am. Promise Land Baptist Pastor: Herbert Johnson Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. First Baptist Pastor: Rev. Dr. Wendell R. Grant Services: First and third Sundays 11 a.m. Church School: First and third Sundays 9:45 a.m. . Bible Study: Wednesday 7-8 p.m. April through August St. Peter's Catholic Parish Pastor: Fr. Robert J. DeMartino Masses: Saturday Vigil, 5:30 p.m. v Sunday. 8:30 and 10 a.m. Holy Days of Obligation call 675*3432 Weekdays Tuesday-Saturday, 8:30 am Confessions: 4:30-5 pm, Saturday, ' after masses Macedonia Baptist Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a m. Rappahannock United Methodist Charge Pastor: Rev. Leah DeLong Flint Hill UMC -Sunday Worship at 8:45 a.m.,Children’s Church during the worship service. Adult Sunday School at 10 a.m.,call for Bible Study Schedule (675-3370) Willis Chapel UMC - Sunday Worship at 9:55 a.m., Sunday School at 8:45 a.m., Bible Study on Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Sperryvllle UMC - Sunday Worship at 11:30 a.m.,Sunday School 10:15 a.m., Bible Study on Sunday at 2 p.m. Washington Baptist Pastor: Rev. Philip Bailey Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 am Morning Worship 11 a.m. Sunday evening Adult study 6:30 p.m. Wednesday: Kid's Bible Club 3:45 p.m. Thursday: Adult Choir 7 p.m. Chester Gap Baptist , i? r Pastor: Rev. David Johnson Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday Worship 11 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. v Wednesday: Bible Study 7 pm Hopewell Baptist Church Pastor-Elect: Rev. Garry Brown Associate pastor: Rev. Anna L. Allsberry Sunday: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a m Wednesday: Bible study 5 p.m New Harvest Christian Fellowship Pastors: Kent and Duane Willoughby Sunday: Praise/Worship service 10:30 a.m. Wednesday: Praise/Worship, Prayer, Bible Study 7:30 p.m. Saturday: Youth Alive Group 7 p.m. Services at Vtewtown General Store Flint HIH Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. James L. Payne Sunday: Worship service 11 a.m. Gld Brown Hollow Pentecostal Sunday: Sunday School 11 a.m. Second and Fourth Sundays only Battle Run Primitive Baptist Church Pastor, Elder Forest Atwood Meets second Sunday at 10:30 a.m. wr- fv. .x i '*& tuf if

Relay for Life set for May 9 and 10 at elementary school The Rappahannock Relay For Life will be held at the Rappahannock County Elementary School on May 9 and 10. Opening ceremonies will begin at 4 p.m., on Saturday. The survivors’ ceremony Impurity, TfumgfiU by Randy Minter PREPARING ONESELF Preparation is key to living an ordered life, and it is essential to death, as well, because dying well takes some planning and requires making some fundamental choices. Dying, in fact, may potentially represent the ultimate loss of control over our affairs. To address this issue, it is important to comprehensively manage as many aspects of the dying process as possible. To do so ensures that our goals and wishes are respected as we face the final days of our lives. Planning to die includes matters such as pre-planning funeral arrangements and making an advance directive, which specifies one’s wishes for care in the event of an illness or injury that renders one unable to speak for one's self. We prepare ahead of time for most major events of our lives, including weddings and retirement. Why not prepare for the ultimate event - your passing. Alleviate those who will be left behind from making difficult decisions during such a difficult time. Preneed is an option being exercised by more and more individuals. To learn about preneed, contact MOSER FUNERAL HOME, at (540) 3473431. We will arrange a meeting where we will answer vour questions and present you with a variety of preneed options. You are invited to tour our facility at 233 Broadview Ave., Warrenton. Preneed may be for you. “Creatnm requires the courage to let go cf certainties." > -Erich Fromm is first on the program, with survivors and caregivers taking the first lap. The community picnic is at 6 p.m. All 10 teams will contribute food to be enjoyed by all. Kevin Owens will be the DJ again this year. At dusk, there is a luminary ceremony. Candles will be lit in honor of someone who has survived cancer or in memory of those who have lost the battle. Pizza will be served at 11 p.m. A continental breakfast will be served Sunday morning and closing ceremonies are at 8 a.m. The American Cancer Society Relay For Life represents the hope that those lost to cancer will never be forgotten, that those who face cancer will be supported, and that one day cancer will be eliminated. Relay For Life is a lifechanging event that brings together communities everywhere. It allows us to celebrate the lives of those who have battled cancer. The strength of survivors inspires others to continue the fight. Virgil Krebs “Vic" passed away April 10th. We would like to say thank you to our many friends and relations for food, flow ers, donations, cards, visits and help during this sad time. Af>ain many thanks to each of you and God Bless Glsnie & Family Washington Jan Clattertxjck 675-3338 |jclatterbuck@ jtimespapers.com It also serves to remember loved ones who have died. A major part of the money raised goes to research. The American Cancer Society has been funding groundbreaking research that helps us understand cancer’s causes, determine how best to prevent it and discover new ways to cure it. As a result, more than 11 million Americans are alive today and can say they are cancer survivors. AAA Award winners As one AAA official said, it is unusual to have two inns so close to one another receive top awards for excellence in lodging, service and dining. Both the Inn at Little Washington, owned by Chef Patrick O’Connell and the Middleton Inn, owned by Rappahannock News editor Mary Ann Kuhn, received top awards at the annual AAA awards luncheon held April 23 at the Park Hyatt in Washington, D.C. The Inn at Little Washington received the Five Diamond Award for both its restaurant and lodging as it has for the past 20 or so years. The Middleton The family df I Granville G. Hudsoi > (Bunny) I would like to express * their appreciation i to every one w ho 1 showed los e and support during i this difficult time. The Hudson Family Trish Bartholomew Piedmont Street Washington About two Nocks from the Inn at Little Washington, this meticulously rostered 1 SCO's village home has an ideal locatu n i"hc interior featuvs a gourmet kitchen, 3 hdr, 3bth, many high taSTYtsitures and a charming l-rcnch (ountrv dour $589,000 Farm on Beavebdam Creek, FT Valley Hnjov panoramic we^. ot the Blue Ridge ln>m a high knoll on l\*jr townMountain I hi, 27 acre pmjvrtv has numerous great building site* ami ton'; ol polentiul The land is about 1 2 open pasture and the balance is a forest of evergreens and dogwoods. $.*>>5,000 r Walnut Branch Lane, Huntly This newer hunt- has an old house feel with iLs trnditn *ul design, wrap around porch, metal nxf anJ tk-ldsu me fireplace I he spacious fume- has Kir, 4 Nh large ruins -ff«J plent> of spate fix cvaune 2d private acn> with fins views and upper Kaiuxthaitnoek River fruitage $64M,(MK> BfssFK Bkjj. Mt., CAJm^nxjN If you have dreamed J owning your own mountain top, this 5K+ - acre tract high atop Bosk; Rdl Mountain is perfect. Ir has commanding mountain views, an excellent house site on a hroad knc4l. a secluded ravine laced with mountain laurel and a strong stream $545,000 Blossom Lake Lane, Castleton The ideal writer's retreat or artist’s stuck)! I ks dean contempirary is perfect for those who want their pnv acy mterrupted only by the sights and sounds of nature Ihc 25 acre properly indudes a lovely wtmfland pond, home to sec era) schools of enchanUng Koi $44M,UOO saw®1'; Photo courtesy of Ester Settle GETTING READY: Friends, family and survivors get ready to walk a lap around the relay track at the Rappahannock County Elementary School where the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life event is held each year. Inn, a bed and breakfast, received the highest award in that category in the MidAtlantic, The Four Diamond Award, which it has received for the past 11 years. The awards were given at a luncheon which honored other hotels and restaurants. Other Five Diamond awards were given to the Four Seasons Hotel, Ritz Carlton in Georgetown, Ritz Carlton in Washingtoh, D.C., and City Zen. Other Four Diamond recipients included: HayAdams Hotel, Mayflower Hotel, Willard Hotel, Fairmont Hotel, and Morrison House. Middleton Inn was the only B&B. Birthday wishes Belated birthday wishes go out to Chuck Moore of Harris Hollow. He celebrated his special day on April 27. Hey Chuck do you feel any older? Calling all kitties lovers There will be a RappCats meeting tonight, April 30 at 7 p,m., at the Rappahannock County Librafy. Anyone interested in Rappahannock’s cat rescue/welfare and adoption organization are welcome to come, meet us and find out what we’re all about. For more information, please call 987-8410. Dorothy Cox Davis recounts the 1950s as town mayor By Judy and John Tolk Special to the Rappahannock News The Rappahannock Historical Society hosted Mrs. Dorothy Cox Davis, former mayor of Washington, . Obituaries._ Albert Junior Grayson, 53, of Manassas, Va., died April 18, 2009, at his residence in Manassas. Funeral services were held April 25 at Bethel Baptist Church, 705 Viewtown Road, Amissville, Va., with the Rev.Homer E. Jones officiating. Interment was at. the church cemetery. Arrangements were by Joynes Funeral Home, Warrenton, Va. Va., on April 26. Mrs. Davis was elected to office in 1950, a time when women’s roles centered on home and children. Six other women were also elected simultaneously to form what became the first-in-thenation all-female government body. During her presentation, Mrs. Davis brought back many memories of people and places in Rappahannock County including the now almost inconceivable revelation that the town had several grocery stores in the 1950s. The “She Town,” as publications of the day referred to Mrs. Davis and her colleagues, worked hard at cor recting issues in the town that had been neglected by the previous mayor and council. The new officials cleaned up and beautified the town, replaced light bulbs promptly, invited stray dogs to go elsewhere, and generally established good, practical management. Trash was removed and taken to a dump site for a small fee. Town finances were in a quandary in 1950; there was no budget and the town water system was in receivership. The ladies developed a budget, paid off the, water system bonds, and sandblasted, cleaned, repaired and refilled the system’s reservoir. se Farm with 17 acres is surrounded mountains and serenely private. *er suite on 1st floor, ftd) walkout level * j y; i u Lot, Stone and Frame home on 11 a totaQy private setting on the tide of a tain. Log LRw/fpl, log MBR, guest r M into The **$a mmB;

Religious Notes Archie Watkins, from North Caroline, will be in concert at the Gid Brown Bible Baptist Church, Washington on Sunday,’May 3 at 10 a.m. Watkins was a founding member and tenor singer for 45 years with The Inspirations Quartet. He was inducted into the Southern Gospel Music hall of fame and received the Singing News Marvin Norcross award. For more information call Pastor John K. Burke at 540-937-4944. Forest Grove Church is collecting both new and used shoes for SOLES 4 SOULS which facilitates the donation of shoes to aid the hurting people worldwide. Celebrate Claudia Mitchell’s life A celebration for Claudia Mitchell, who died on Feb. 23, and, in honor of her many contributions to the Rappahannock community, will be held on Saturday, May 9 at 3 p.m. at The Theatre on Gay Street in Washington. A reception on the lawn between the Theatre and the old bank building will follow the celebration at 4 p.m. Those wishing to accompany the ashes to Red Oak Mountain will depart from the reception at 5 p.m., for a brief prayer service on the mountain at 5:30 p.m. You can drop your donations off at: Forest Grove Church, 258 Forest Grove Rd., Amissvifie. There will be an allmusical program at F. T. Baptist Church on Slate Mills Road, Sunday, May 17, at 2 p.m. This will be an eclectic program with both classical and contemporary music performed on the pipe organ by guest organist, Dennis Stevens. The program also will include country gospel vocalists and a performance on the hammered dulcimer. There is no charge for this program and light refreshments will be served afterward. Warren Memorial Hospital WELCOMES Front Royal. 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Cm TNTRYSmF. By Gale Johnson Special to the Rappahannock News The Lapham family will host the Fifth Annual Rappahannock Evening View at their Farm at Sunnyside just west of Washington, Va;, on Saturday, May 16. The event is sponsored by the Rappahannock County Conservation Alliance (RCCA) whose mission is to encourage land conservation through open space easements (OSE.) “We are very’ much indebted to the entire Lapham family for hosting this year's Evening View,” said Susan Strittmatter, RCCA’s event chair. “It’s a perfect spot for this popular gourmet dinner fund raiser,” she said. “Nestled into the Blue Ridge, the views are extremely picturesque. What’s more, this substantial organic farm is conserved in perpetuity in an OSE.” The 2009 Rappahannock Evening View has several new features, including live music and unique raffle items. The live auction includes a week at an exquisite two-bedroom cottage in a walled, mountain village in southwestern France; dinner for six and a private screening of an academy award-winning (or nominated) film at director Ron Maxwell’s Fogg Mountain residence; and a week in British Columbia at a Canadian Rocky Mountain retreat that accommodates 10 people, anytime this summer or early fall Raffles take the place of the silent auctions of past events. Nearly a dozen items will be raffled ranging from a Sports Enthusiasts’ Package (Nationals, Redskins, Virginia Tech and UVA tickets,) to a Theater Package that includes box seats at the Warner Theater, a Fly Fishing Adventure on the Rapidan, and, of course, a Rappahannock Goodie Basket, among other items. Dinner seating is $150 per person, and part of that amount is tax deductible as a charity contribution. Reserved tables of 10 range from $1,500 per table up to $5,000. RCCA was founded in 1999. In addition to its primary goal of ensuring Rappahannock remains a scenic, rural community, it also is concerned with numerous other aspects of easement donations including educational outreach on the benefits to landowners—such as tax credits—and stewardship of the property once it has been put in OSE. RCCA also supports the county’s Farmland Preservation Program which encourages farmers to protect their working farms with conservation easements. As articulated by Cheri Woodard, RCCA president, “Over the last four years, the Rappahannock Evening View has generated over $77,500 for the Farmland Preservation Program and has become an eagerly anticipated spring event.” Mark Russell coming to the Theatre May 2 and 3 By Wendy Weinberg Special to the Rappahannock News When the Theatre at Washington, Virginia announced that Mark Russell, the famous political satirist, would be returning to the Theatre on Saturday, May 2 at 8 p.m., the performance sold out almost immediately and a long waiting list began to form. Russell then agreed to a second performance on Sunday, May 3 at 3 p.m. This performance is well on its way to being sold out also but a few seats are still available. Since the Theatre seats 220, and the Town of Washington’s population is only 198, it is not surprising that the Theatre rarely is completely sold out. And to sell out on two consecutive days, as will be the case for Russell’s performances here, is a tremendous testament to his enduring popularity. Russell has spent 30 years on Public Television where the Mark Russell Comedy Specials were among its top-rated shows. And his 20year stint at the Marquee Lounge of the Shoreham Hotel in Washington, D.C., is legendary, and cited fondly by several of the people who will be attending his shows at the Theatre in Little Washington. Russell’s shows are always current and fresh. He says that if ever he feels down in the dumps, he opens the newspaper and immediately cheers up - that practically everything he sees strikes him as funny. “Some days,” he says, “the jokes jump off the pages and write themselves.” He is frequently asked, “Do you have any writers?” and responds, “Oh, yes . . . I have 535 writers. One hundred in the Senate and 435 in the House of Representatives.” Tickets are $20 for adults and $5 for students 18 and under. For ticket information, or to obtain a copy of the Theatre’s schedule, phone (540) 675-1253 or send email to TheatreVA@aol.com. Reading in Rappahannock County “The Last Lecture” By Randy Pausch This is the latest in an occasional series of reviews of books that are likely to appeal to or particularly relate to the Rappahannock reader. In the book section of Costco, I impulsively picked up "The Last Lecture." I am not a fan of self-improvement books so I’m not sure* what motivated me. Perhaps I was responding to several references to this “last lecture" by Randy Pausch as he faced certain death from pancreatic cancer—I had seen a Reviewed by Kathleen Grove portion of a story about him on “60 Minutes.” Perhaps the txxjk’s small size (5” by 7”) just invited itself into my hand. In any event, I took the small volume (206 pages) home and set it on my pile of books to read. Once 1 began to read this nonfiction book of advice, I abandoned the other book I had been reading and read “The Photo courtesy HCHS bands The Rappahannock County High School Marching Band, Jazz Band, and Concert Band were selected to perform in Disney World in Orlando, Fla., last week. The Marching Band was featured in a parade through Magic Kingdom, the Jazz Band performed among other prestigious groups from across the country and the Concert Band participated in an instrumental workshop with Disney music executives. The groups, led by Band Director David DeBoer and Assistant Band Director Ben Beasley, were awarded a trophy for participation along with other Disney collectibles. The Rappahannock County High School bands received the distinguished title of ‘Honorary Performance Cast Members of Disney World." -i Last Lecture” to the end. Randy Pausch wrote this poignant and highly readable book with assistance from Jeffrey Zaslow following his delivery of his “last lecture” as a professor of computer science at Carnegie Mellon University. He gave this lecture, a tradition among academics where they reflect on life and its meaning, not as his anticipation of a demise far into the future, but as his farewell lecture before death. He conceived of the lecture as a vehicle for advice to his young children (ages five, two, and one) who, he realizes, will barely remember him. Zaslow provided writing support to Pausch so that the task of creating the book would not intrude on Pausch’s last months with his family. Even as I write this, this book sounds grim. It isn’t, Pausch entitled his lecture “Really Achieving Your Childhood Dreams,” and the result is a walk through his life, with details that resonate with anyone over 30, combining laughter and inspiration. He lists his childhood dreams and how he approached their realization: being in zero gravity, playing in the NFL, authoring an article in the World Book Encyclopedia, being Captain Kirk, winning stuffed animals, and being a Disney imaginer. I appreciated the messages associated with each, probably because I agreed with them. For example, Pausch describes his high school football coach, who pushed him to push himself beyond what he thought he could do and did not worry about enhancing his selfesteem. As a result, Pausch realized he could do more than he thought (though he was nowhere near the level of expertise of the NFL), and his self-esteem increased as a result of the struggle. He remembers this lesson throughout his life. Interesting to me, Pausch taught at the University of Virginia, and he and his family moved to southeastern Virginia after his diagnosis, so that his wife and children would be near relatives after his death. His advice, with elaboration, stated in such brief admonitions as dream big, earnest is better than hip, don’t complain just work harder, look for the best in everybody, watch what they do not what they say, show gratitude, a bad apology is worse than no apology, tell the truth, no job is beneath you, and never give up connected with me also. In fact, I have purchased a copy of “The Last Lecture" for each of my sons. This 47-year-old father of three children died in July. He left behind an inspiring guide to living a good life, and he left it not only to his wife and children, but also to all of us. I encourage Rappahannock residents to read and enjoy his humorous and intelligent reflections and to consider sharing them with loved ones. Friday Night at the Movies The Rappahannock Association for the Arts and Community will present the film “Frost/Nixon” on Friday, May 1 at The Theatre on Gay Street in Washington. Show time is 8 p.m. and admission is $6. The film stars Michael Sheen as David Frost and Richard Nixon is portrayed by Frank Langella who was nominated for Best Actor. This film was nominated for Best Picture and director Ron Howard was nominated for Best Directing. The film is a dramatic retelling of the post-Watergate television interviews between British talk-show host David Frost and former president Richard Nixon. For a review of the film visit the RAAC Web site: www.raac.org Kid Pan Alley to perform May 1 Kid Pan Alley -> a national non-profit program which brings recording artists into schools to create music and is based in Rappahannock - will perform a free concert on May 1 at 7 p.m. at the Rappahannock County Elementary School. Artists Nate Brown, Steve van Dam, Andy Waldeck, Paddy Dougherty, John D’earth, and Siobhan Quinn will perform along with Kid Pan Alley founder and Rappahannock resident Paul Reisler featuring songs written by children from Rappahannock elementary, Hearthstone, Belle Mead and Mountain Laurel schools. This year was extra special as the students got some help from Rappahannock seniors who told stories about growing up in the area. Kid Pan Alley has traveled across the country, performing and recording songs written by children and “inspiring kids to be creators and not consumers.” Songs and CDs are available at www.kidpanalley.org. |

2009 Virginia Gold Cup: Clash of the litans Saturdays timber classic could be one for the ages By Betsy Burke Parker Special to the Rappahannock News Epic. The word conjures images of legendary battle, historic rivalry, storied competition. It's the only word strong enough to describe Saturday’s Virginia Gold Cup. The four-mile timber classic sets up as one for the record books with 12 entries, including the 2007 and 08 winners, plus five other runners with experience over the testing course. The eponymous feature should stir the steeplechase soul. The $75,000 Virginia Gold Cup is the headliner, fifth of six races May 2 at Great Meadow near The Plains. The supporting card is no slouch, with more than $185,000 in purses. Opening the day at noon is the Junior Virginia Gold Cup, the championship finals of the junior field masters' chase series. Young riders on large ponies and horses will follow series "master,” jockey Gregg Ryan, around a course of fences set around the Great Meadow infield. Competitors must stay behind Ryan until after the last jump, at which time he will release the field to dash to the finish. Series leader Mary Motion reported that she sprained her wrist playing lacrosse early this week, but she is still listed to ride her horse Oprington in the pror gram opener. First on the regulation race card is a $25,000 Sport of Kings maiden hurdle. Designed with a tempting purse to attract the sport’s most talented young ‘chasers, the 2 Vi-mile event drew a field of 12 set to start. The second race is the popular Steeplethon, a three-mile ‘chase over some of the sport’s most varied fences. Heading the field is last year's winner Scuba Steve. (See related article, this section.) Two allowance hurdle races follow, with a maiden claimer over hurdles run as the day’s last race. It would take a crystal ball to predict this year’s Virginia Gold Cup. But one things for certain: This year’s renewal is hock deep in talent. Bubble Economy, winner of both the Virginia and International Gold Cups last year, is trained by Cup specialist Jack Fisher — partner of six-time winner Saluter, a horse that literally owned the marathon race in the mid'90s. But 2007 Virginia Gold Cup winner Salmo prepped with a spin on the turf at Fairfax two weeks ago, and the locally-bred gelding clearly loves the distance. For an in-depth look at all the Cup contenders, see related story, this page. That's not all for racing fans at Great Meadow; stick around after the last race to watch the 135th Kentucky Photo by Betsy Burke Parker CUP SMACKDOWN! Last year’s Virginia and International Gold Cup winner Bubble Economy, right, and rival Salmo — who won the 2007 Virginia Gold Cup — will meet back at Great Meadow Saturday. An epic renewal of the four-mile timber classic is expected. Derby on the Jumbotron and closed circuit televisions around the course. The 6:02 p.rft. race will also be broadcast over the PA system. Sadly, Casanova-bred Quality Road is out with a quarter crack (see Fauquier Times-Democrat, April 29.) Rail Chatter columnist George Rovvand handicaps the full field in the April 29 Democrat, as well. Widely considered "the most thrilling two minutes in flat racing,” the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs shares center stage with the Virginia Gold Cup, which Saturday will surely be referred to as the most thrilling eight minutes in steeplechasing. Entry Box An even dozen are entered in the $75,000 Virginia Gold Cup, possibly the finest assembly of timber horses in the. nation for decades. The race has the makings of a classic — a field deep in talent, a championship course, footing softened a bit by midweek rains, crowd that could near 50,000 by post time. What follows is our handicapping sheet for the Gold Cup feature. Included are sketches of the silks of each entrant, the human connections of the runners, plus a little recent form. Though pari-mutuel gambling hasn't yet hit the steeplechase circuit, tailgate pools are a fun way to play the ponies without risking the mortgage. BRIMSON Owner: Never Better Stables. Trainer and rider: Chip Miller. Made his first start of the season in the My Lady's Manor in Maryland but was pulled up, at the 13th fence after jumping erratically. Also pulled up after two miles in a Middleburg point-to-point last Sunday. On his day. the nine-year-old has shown he can be in the I mix at this level, and it's encouraging to see him come right back on short rest. Jockey Chip Miller has won this race the past two seasons, in 07 on Salmo and in 08 on j Bubble Economy. Bubble Economy Owner: Arcadia Stable. Trainer: Jack Fisher. Rider: Xavier Aizpuru. The two-time timber champion opened his title defense with a victory in the Middleburg Hunt Cup on April 18 over fellow Gold Oup entrants Seeyouattheevent and Erin Go Bragh. Classy veteran won this race last season and the International Gold Cup (same course, over 3V2 miles to the Virginia Cup's 4) here in the fall en route to setting a single-season earnings record for timber runners with $110,250, Patented stretch run makes him a factor every time he meets the starter. See More entries. Page B2 Maidstone Ordinary Rcctoriown, Virginia Circa 1790. Much remains the same in this stone and log home as when it originally served as a local tavern. Today this ultra-charming 3 BR home offers the opportunity to live in a quaint village while surrounded by 2+ acres, a huge spring-fed pond and mature gardens. 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Owner: Magalen O. Bryant. Trainer: Doug Fout. Rider: Paddy Young. Virginia-owned and -trained, with connections minutes from Great Meadow, should factor as a local favorite. Last year’s New Jersey Hunt Cup winner was beaten 61/2 lengths by Bubble Economy at Middleburg but should move forward off that effort, which marked his seasonal debut. New Zealand-bred was sixth in the Gold Cup last year after battling a thyroid problem leading up to the race and trainer Doug Fout has eagerly looked forward to the 2009 running ever since. t*COMPt£TE Owner: Robert Kinsey. Trainer: Ann Stewart. Rider: Charlie Fenwick III. Unbeaten and untested in three career starts over tim ber, including a powerful 10Vo-length score over South Monarch in the My Lady’s Manor April 11. Incomplete also won the last two runnings of the 3’/2-mile Rokeby Bowl at Upperville's Piedmont races. Owns a devastating late kick, which suggests Saturday’s 4-mile distance should be well within his scope. After starting just once in both 2007 and 2008 this eight-yearold seems intent on a season-long campaign and rates an exciting newcomer in a deep and talented division. Owner, trainer, rider: Conrad Somers. Finished a distant third behind Incomplete in the Manor and has found stakes company a bit out of his reach over the years. Owner: Sportsmen’s Hall Stable. Trainer: Alicia Murphy. Rider: Billy Santoro. Supplemented to the race after veering off course and later losing his rider in last weekend’s Maryland Hunt Cup. Runaway winner of the Grand National in 2007 and then beaten a neck in that race this year will look to secure his initial win at 4 miles. Private Attack should find the 4-foot fences at Great Meadow a cakewalk after the 5-foot monsters he faced last week at Maryland. Owner: Irvin S. Naylor. Trainer: Desmond Fogarty. Rider: Darren Nagle. Virginia-bred Salmo won this race in 2007 when trained by Jack Fisher but has been seen only once since, run rung a nard-iuck second to —' -- v—1 Bubble Economy in the International Gold Cup last fall. Confirmed front-runner has been pointed to this race ever since, and, at 13, will attempt to become the oldest winner since King Of Spades won the 1972 renewal at 14. Casanova breeders Bruce and Sara Collette add a Fauquier flavor to the big chestnut’s run. Owner: Gum Tree Stables. Trainer: Larry Ensor. Rider: Jake Chalfin. Widely considered the dark horse in Saturday’s classic. Looks to secure an elusive first career win after eight lifetime starts. Veered off the course and was pulled up in the Manor after vying for command through the first half of the race. Amateur-owned, - trained and -ridden horse looks to make his third consecutive start in this race, after running fifth in 2007 and seventh last year. 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Should gain fitness off that run and be much tighter Saturday, as he attempts to better his fourth behind Salmo in 2007. Prior to his extended layoff, he won the International Gold Cup here in October 2007. Owner Nick Arundel created the Great Meadow course to save the soon-to-be-homeless Virginia Gold Cup back in the mid-'80s. His distinc- tive orange-and-green silks are widely expected to be visible at the finish. Owner: Augustin Stables. Trainer: Sanna Hendriks. Rider: Jody Petty. Championship connections surround South Monarch — owner Augustin is the sport’s all-time leader; train er and jockey have spent time as champions. Neilson was the second woman to win the Gold Cup. South Monarch ran second to Incomplete in the My Lady's Manor after three lopsided timber scores in spring 2008. That run marked his stakes debut, and he was well clear of J. Alfred Prufrock in third. Gets an additional mile to work with Saturday, which should help his stretch run. 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Being An Armchair Jockey Just Got Easier Helmetcam carries us for a ride By Betsy Burke Parker Special to the Rappahannock News The racehorse is the only animal that can carry — figuratively speaking, of course — a whole crowd along for the ride. rhat used to be a quaint turn of phrase used to describe the sensual thrills of'chase day — smelling the horse sweat and leather, hearing the thundering hooves, seeing the flash of colorful silks, feeling the thunder of hooves underfoot and tasting the sunshine and spring air. But in today’s Internet age, the steeplechase horse can literally take us on a tour. What started as a whim for professional steeplechase jockey and trainer Patrick Cooney has turned his Facebook page into something of a classic. "I thought it would be a great way to show my owners what their horse was doing,” said the Irishman who has been based in Virginia for nearly two decades. He figured out a way to mount a lightweight digital video camera — barely two ounces — on the side of his helmet. From the jockeys eye view, Cooney's owners could see how their horse performed, VIDEOGRAPHER: Pat Cooney films races from a jockey’s point of view. start to finish. In addition to putting it on his own helmet, Cooney has outfitted leading jockeys Jeff Murphy, Carl Rafter and Liam McVicar with the helmetcam when Cooney is not racing. Cooney limits videos to the point-to-point circuit. “I didn’t want to get into a conflict of interest with National Steeplechase and their live Web feeds, and sponsors and whatnot,” he said. "If NSA says it’s okay, I’ll take the camera to the hunt meets. Everybody loves it.” Quickly becoming a desktop publishing whiz, Cooney edits films in Windows Movie Maker, cutting down an entire race — four to six minutes — to two or three minutes, adding a .. _____ ■ „ rnoios oy Betsy Burke Parkei ALONG FOR THE RIDE: Its like you’re riding with the jockeys when you view professional rider and steeplechase trainer Patrick Cooney’s 2009 helmet cam videos online. Posting each week to his Facebook page, Cooney came up with the innovative idea to keep his owners informed of their horse’s racing successes, but the training tool has grown into somewhat of a favorite on the 'Net. bit of color commentary after the fact. Too, he trims out expletives and colorful language sometimes used by the steely chase pros in the heat of battle. The end product is smooth and crisp, from the viewpoint of the jockey. On a sample film from Orange County back in March, the viewer literally gets the feel of rider Carl Rafter’s energetic push to the finish as he looks down and presses his hands forward and back in rhythm with the horse in a hand-ride to the wire. "You can really see how a race unfolds,” Cooney added. "It's a great tool to see your own horse, hut it’s also useful for young riders to watch how it really goes out there. You can’t get that experience any other way." View Cooneys videos at Facebook. Log onto www.Face book.com and type in "Pat Cooney" in the search box. 1W,UJC- Plastic^ ■ Rav^TRUTMS-'Riiun -M-UL-SLJl-__ Dr.DwvtdW.Aluson nuu MDALL1SON.OOM 703.754.8228 LMCE M \S \>SA> I* . sTk Ah uAl\E>\li.U. 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Title sponsors at this year's meet include Infinitive, Novo I Nordisk, Creighton Farms, Subaru of America and Dulles Subaru. Race-day activities are underwritten by the Virginia Lottery, A Watson Wyatt Worldwide and Farm ...... i -v Photo by Betsy Burke Parker TITLE SPONSOR: Galen Capital Corp. gets plenty of press from its Gold Cup sponsorship, as do other businesses. Nearly 45,000 spectators are seeing their banners, visible here behind the horses, all day long. and Ranch Magazine. Official providers of the races are Covertside magazine, Grand Cuisine, Bonterra Wines. 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At Milliard he won wide acclaim in the New York press for his portrayals of Raimbaud in Rossini’s Le Comte Ory; the tide role in Ernst Krenek’s Schwergewicht and as Ford in Verdi’s Falstaff. \ LaRosa has been a member of the San Francisco Opera's Merola Program and the Glimmerglass Young American Artists Program. This summer, LaRosa will be one of the resident artists at the inaugural Casdeton Festival, under the artistic direction of Lorin Maazel. “We are honored to have Paul LaRosa on site to sing the National Anthem at this year’s Virginia Gold Cup races," said Dr. William Allison, president of the Virginia Gold Cup Association. “I am so grateful to the Chateauville Foundation for helping with this opportunity."

Junior Virginia Gold Cup Kicks Off Card By Betsy Burke Parker Special to the Rappahannock News Kicking off Saturday’s race card, junior riders will participate in the finals of the springs junior Field Masters’ Chase series championship. Riders under 18 riding ponies or horses will follow “field master" Gregg Ryan — steeplechasing's all-time leading amateur jockey — around a two-mile course of fences. Competitors must remain behind the field master, just as in a day out foxhunting, and Ryan will control the pace to be safe and sensible. At a point after the last fence, but well before the finish line, Ryan will release the field. Horses and riders must have qualified for what is being billed the "Junior Virginia Gold Cup” at one of the spring point-to-point meets. “We are delighted to kick off this year's Virginia Gold Cup races with the Junior Field Master Chase Championship," said Warrenton’s Will Allison, president of the Virginia Gold Cup .Association. "This event is extremely important in introducing young riders to the sport. Many of our seasoned jockeys started at very young ages." A long-standing Virginia tradition, the Junior Field Master Chase is a series of races, held throughout the season at various point-to-points. The series culminates with the championship at the Virginia Gold Cup. rhe series gives young rid Photo by Betsy Burke Parker UNDEFEATED: Winner every time out, Mary Motion and Orpington, left, face a championship field in the Junior Virginia Gold Cup. ers a chance to demonstrate their riding skills before large race crowds, an experience especially important to riders who may be planning to make Steeplethon Tests Stamina, Jumpii Race rooted in By Betsy Burke Parker Special to the Rappahannock News All steeplechasing is about racing over fences, but some tests ask more than others. 1 lurdle racing is almost pure speed. A jump in a hurdle race is little more than an elevated stride, as swift hurdlers lift for the brush-topped, fourfoot simulated hedges meant to be jumped on the gallop. l imber racing, on the other hand, demands more of a horse — longer races (three to four miles, to the average hurdle's two miles) call for stamina, and solid jumps require scope and balance. A division that has taken root in American 'chasing merges both. Great Meadow's Steeplethon brings together the elements of steeplechasing — speed, stamina, jumping ability and bravery. The 3-mile course twists and turns around the expansive Great Meadow infield and outfield, crossing timber jumps ’chase history anci regulation hurdles. In addition, horses jump a stone wall, a brush-topped coop, an enormous fallen tree, an open ditch, two head-high bullfinches — meant to be skipped through rather than over (though sometimes the horses don't appear to realize that.) The real crowd pleaser comes near the end. With a half-mile to run, the field dashes through shallow Swan lake in the Great Meadow infield, causing a motorboat-style wake and scattering the living swans from their quiet repose. The creators of the Steeplethon wanted to make a true jumping test for steeplechasers, taking the sport back to its roots in the foxhunting field where horses and riders traversed the countryside and jumped whatever obstacles blocked the path. Great Meadow offers its Steeplethon race at the spring Virginia Gold Cup meet and at the fall International Gold Photo by Betsy Burke Parker j JUMPING SPECIALISTS: Created a dozen years ago for horses with speed and jumping prowess, the Steeplethon remains a popular fixture on the Virginia Gold Cup program. The course crosses timber, hurdles, brush, a stone wall, an open ditch, a bank and the spectacular water splash. Favorite is last year’s winner | Scuba Steve, left. Cup meet. Glentvood Park in Middleburg has a similar race at its spring meet, and the Willovvdale Races in Pennsylvania offers a varied jumping test at its Mother’s Day meet. Organizers hope more American steeplechase meets will add to the growing division. Bull Run Hunt Races Cap Weekend By Betsy Burke Parker Special to the Rappahannock News Sunday's Bull Hun 1 lunt Point-to-Point puts an exclamation point on the big steeplechase weekend, with post time set for 1 p.m. for the first of eight races 1 leld at Brandywine Park just south of Culpeper, the Bull Run meet features something for everyone — regulation steeplechase races are joined on the vaned program by a quarter horse dash, races for light and heavy draft horses, and a country fair. Several season-end awards hang in the balance, with the trainer's race tight, as well as both novice rider divisions. 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Anyone interested in training for and participating in next year's junior series is invited to call (540) 347-2612. ig Ability Fauquier County Residents Get Discounted Gold Cup tickets The Virginia Gold Cup Association will extend its Fauquier County residents’ special car pass price until the close of business Friday. Until then, Fauquier residents can purchase up to two car passes for $45 each. The regular car pass price is $85. Tickets must be picked up at the Gold Cup offices at 90 Main Street in Old Town Warrenton. Call (540) 347-2612 for more information. No tickets are sold at the gates on Saturday. Regular car passes may be purchased Saturday morning at: Area Harris Teeter stores The Corner Store in The Plains The Old Habit in Marshall Cuppa Giddy Up in Middleburg Nobel Nielson Shoes in Leesburg The Town Duck in Warrenton • 10 a, m. 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Credit 6 reference check required. $1100/ mo. 571-277-6323, 540-364-2361 Washington, VA. Lg 1BR 1 B A fully equipped Kit W D. Re served prkg $625 mo J Lillard 540-675-3670 022 Rentals — Houses "\ V_J 4BR. 2BA, From $199/mo! Foreclosure, $22K‘ Stop renting' Listings 800720 1316. X2136 *********** BEALETON Balls Mill Road 4Br, 2BA house, acreage. S1225/mo J & J Real Estate gj 540-825-1234 *********** Beautifully maintained, 4pr.3ba. 2 tvl Games ville. pets ok $2300 mo. 540 455 8269 or gary@eesportswear com Cute Rambler n Rapp Co on Rt 522 near Woodville 2BR. tBA. new bath carpet. 4 paint Incids gam shed. Irg deck, W D No smkg no pets $850 mo + util * dep 540-229-6400 FLETCHER RENTAL PROPERTIES 272 Hnwd\if» \>c $40-347.7055 e 3 txlr brick rambler within walking distance of Fauquier High @ $975 mo. Also 2BR home near Wa r r e n t o n @ $750 mo. Owner/ Agent \U homes owned A managed by us Flint Hill: Charming house 38R, 1 5BA. W D. CAC. carport private conv loc $1000 540 675 9949 Gainesville, Piedmont gated community, 3600 SF. 2 story SFH. 4br 3 5ba. walk out tin bsmt, 2 car detached garg HOA mcl $2200 mo 703-628 7989 Homes (or Rent Rappahannock: • Unique contemp, lott, 3BR 2BA, full bsmt, lg deck, park-like settma. $1400. • Farmhouse 1BR 2BA, sunrm, exp beams. $1100. • Cottage 1BR 1BA, deck, scrn'd porch. $850 Owner'broker. Pets considered. 540-551-4106. Keep a lovely riverside Blue Ridge country home 3br. 3ba $13K tor 6 mo lease 51 - 11-1 www vrbo com / 185748 301 641-4637 Lg 3BR house Rap pahannock farm. FP, porch, gardens. WO, $1300. mo ♦ sec ♦ utils. 540-837 2988 Lovettsvllle/ Hillsboro area 38R. 1BA home for rent $1200. mo W/D provided. Peaceful atmosphere No srnkg pets Rets 540-822 9345 or 703 727 5485 AWATArAf • Roll-back prices • $650/mo • 2BR. 1BA, Remington Gardens J & J Real Estate gj540-825-1234 ATATATAT Harkham VA, 4BR 3BA. post & beam const. 31 acs. possible horses., FP scrn porch decks, magnificent views, $2500 mo Sale rent 540-272-0200 MARSHALL, 3BR. 2BA. carport, appls. hdwd firs, nice yd. shed Good credit $ 1 0 5 0 - m o (540)364-3348 Marshall beautiful single family home, 3BR, 2BA, dish washer, LR & Fam rm with FP s.lg yard, wood firs, W/D. No pets. $1275/ mo. Avail Immed. 571-277-6323, 540-364-2361 Did Town Warrenton 2BR. iBA house, WD, $850 mo ♦ dep 8 utils Sect 8 ok 703-898-1710 Opal, near Rt 29 & 17. 3BR 2BA. Cape Cod 2 story house. 1 ac LR, den DR. tg eal-m kit. laundrv rm w W D. Master BR on 1st floor Lg 'ear deck, shed $1200 mo * utils Sec dep & rets req d Pets considered w add I dep 540-987-9791 Orlaan, lg 3BR farm house W D DW heat air lg yard Quiet w great mews $1000 mo 540 364 3520 Rappahannock Co. 3 bedroom 3 5 bath home in wonderful condition Amissville area $1600 per month No pets Long and Foster 540-349 4400 Rappahannock Co. secluded 2BR, 1BA. CAC. W D. deck . No pets $800'mo + sec dep (540)937-5147 Rent to own. bad credit ok Remington, VA, 3BR. 1.5BA. TH. $11 99-mo FREE. $300 mo reni credit. Call Lisa 540-439-3393 Washington, VA, Piedmont Ave. 3BR, $850/ mo + utilities Pets und e r 10 lbs. (240)375-1875 055 Rentals — Rooms Leesburg: Furn Ig BR $700 BR $500. Priv. BA Laundry, kitch. utils. N S. no pets mo to mo 540-718-9279. 077 Rentals — Town houses 3BR, 1.5BA TH in Marshall excel cond. Avail Immed no pets, owner agent (703)753-1492 A Section K Gem. 1. 2 or 1 RK vouchers considered Newly , updated kitchen A: 2 full haths. Walk to grocery store in Marshall Pets considered For price call Owner /Agent at 540-128-8771 Today Available May 15th 2 Bdrm end unit in Bealeton -tile, hardwood and carpet flooring CAC. full size W D. patio, back yard and storage shed $820 rent- includes sewer, and private wens NO PETS Security deposit and credit check Call (540) 341-2806 tor applica tion leave daytime phone number ‘some restrictions apply For all of your Employment needs call the Times Community Newspapers 888-351-1660 f Rentals — Houses A New Luxury Condos LEASE or PURCHASE From $900/mo ONE MONTH FREE RENT* Call: 540-439-9846 TODAY www.WaverlyStationCondos.com 'Conditions applies. r ' “ ^ Rentals — Houses V _:----' MARSHALL FARM HOUSE 3 BR, 2 BA, LR, DR, large kitchen, quiet farm setting. $1,150/mo. STUCCO HOME, 3BR, 2BA, large kitchen, pnv t, lovely views, $1,100/mo. SINGLE STORY, 2BR. 1BA, LR, DR, large kitchen, pantry. $950/mo. RUSTIC RETREAT, log cabin, pond, 2BR, 1 BA. LR, DR. private. $850/mo. 540-364-0364 Vacation Homo: Tifghman Island MD 21671. 3BR. 1BA, CAC, gazebo, shed, approx. +1/3 ac. waterviews. out of flood zones, water oriented community. 1 block to boat ramp for Bay & Choptank River. $219,000 Call Tilghman Island Realty 410-886-2400 for info. 23 Proline boat could also be avail for sale. Chantilly, VA, 3br 2ba. SFH. 1.400+ sf Only $3,000 (yes, the price is right) FF CO schools, parking for 2 cars, community pool/ fitness center Open House every weekend4200 Airline Pkwy. Call April 703-378-8992 Warrenton • our last 2 lots in this beautiful community Build your dream home $199,990 703-675-0881 DAFFODIL HILL, CIRCA 2005, Castleton, 10 acs of pnstme high woodland, 4br, 3.5ba. custom Cape Cod. Master & Laundry 1st fir, oversized attached garg. expansive rooms & ceilings. All the extras. Deal direct with owner builder $570K (540)349-4178 Immaculate executive home . Culpeper. buiH 07. 5br.4ba.3lvl. ga rage all upgrades, backs to field-trees relocating not short sale. $ 4 3 5 K. 540-455-8269 Rare, lovely 1840s E country Victorian, Orlean, VA renovated: new roof & firs, kit & BAs, 3BR. 2.5BA, 2 IRs, DR, wd bum FP, CAC, ok) style radiators. 1 4acs, barn Great B & B, Antq store Aprs d $600K sell $525K, rent $1800. 540-272-0200 Owner financing possible r—_. 4 QA Commercial Rentals ^_U 1,500 sq. ft. commercial space in Old Town Warrenton. $700/month. (540) 347-6774 Salvage: 4 prs paneled walnut pocket doors. 47(each)x110x3 www. oldhouseparts.net 540-636-7984 1 V J WE BUY GOOD USED FARM EQUIPMENT We buy & sell good farm tractors and implements For info call Cecil s Service 4 Equipment 540-347-4238 /- \ 224 Firewood V_J Hay tor sale, 1st cutting. $4 25 bale. Delivery avail 540-364-1824 ADS WORK Call 888-351-1660 r~ — Rentals — Apartments V___) Warrenton eho Select Unite With Built la Mctoram ft upgraded walk-in dotcit t Bedrooms from $915 • Full size W/D • Brand New Fitness Center • Large Dogs Welcome • Leasing calls taken 24/7 Max Income Restrictions Apply 2 People-$47,220 4 People-$59,040 HIGHLAND COMMONS 866-872-4695 KEmJEH.COM ’ Must Bring Ad / ; \ Rentals — Condos v_;_J Warrenton 55+ Community. Beautiful 2BR/2BA condo with den and sunroom. Hardwood floors, garage, storage, clubhouse, pool, nature trails, social activities. $275,000 or rent $1,500 per month Available now. Agent' Owner 703-489-7270 Long & Foster r • Clip and Go! Keep this cormiat weekly listing with you & make the most of your bargain hunting trips 1 - hug* community sale, I Jeftersonton CommoI mty Center, 8a ?. 5/2. I RairvShme Proceed* to Am Cancer Society. L_I_I i ■ t Jeflcraonton, S/1 S 2, Ba-1p South Wale* Community Yard Sale ^ i _ » . _ H ■ all iji - * nunmyion Mvinooiii Church, 150 W Bowen St, 5/2. 7a-1p 40 spaces avail tor a donation, www. remmgtonchurch org or 540-439-6495 ESTATC SALE FAIRFAX 5/142 CASH ONLY 9-4 10836 Oakcrest Ct Antqs. Furn, Ktchn bdrm, trdg. bookcases _J ay - High quality sq. 8 round bales for horses. Also cattle hay 540-937-5160. Chris Parrish Seeking someone to bale hay, & fertilize to keep in land use. Rixeyville area. (540)937-3788 BUYING? SELLING? The Classifieds Have It! Call TODAY 888-351-1660 or FAX 540-351-0121 1 Stan Haworth I sellTrees & i ♦ Pine ♦ Spruce ♦ Shade Trees ♦ Dogwoods Shrubs ) Locally grown Wholesale prices 540-347-3681 540-270-9712 : \ 252 Livestock L__) Alpacas. Males, Fe males, new babies. We welcome farm visits (571)261-1823 it took 6 YEARS to graduate. Find a job in about 6 MINUTES Times Classified 888-351-1660 Commercial — Rentals v Location! Location! TOP QUALITY SPACE NOW AVAILABLE! Culpeper Street, Warrenton across from the Fauquier County Courthouse. 2 spaces 1st floor, 2 spaces 2nd floor & 1/2 bath. $950-mo Call 540-347-6020, Ive msg Real Estate for Sale V_) Magnificient Circa 1852 Georgian mansion nestled in the Shenandoah Valley on 14+ acs with a huge three level barn. Home features 4 Huge BRs, 3 Full Baths. Gorgeous Hardwood Floors, Formal Living Rooms. Great Room, Dining Room. Family Room, Tall Ceilings, Craftmanship rarely seen anymore. $789,000 MLS#52884 RE MAX Advantage, Melvin E. Sweeney (540) 294-8390 or (540) 886-3447 OP SOIL SALE Dei.very available -540' 937-5160 /hite pines 5 7 $35 each. Boxwoods 3-4 S45 each No'way Spruce 6 7 $55 each. Delivery & pi ant 1 no ava - 5 4 0-9 3 7 - 61 ' 8 540 718 2976 Go ahead, take a break... Let your classified ad do the work. Call today to place your ad. 540-351-1664 Fax 540-351-0121 FauquierClassified© timespapers com FAUQUIER SPCA LOST & FOUND PETS ADOPTIONS TOO! 540-788-9000 Visit our homepage at vvww.fauquierspca. com e-mai! fspca@netzero. com lor a complete up to pate listing ( 'N 294 Giveaways V_ j FREE TO GOOD HOME Rescued cats Fixed & shots i540;349-0944 Kittens. Beautitul gray kittens need good homes. Litter trained 540-592-3775 Plant Herbal Remedy class, start May Swimming class start June. 703-754-8432. 843-325-4171 r Legal Notices A J RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY OFFICIAL VOTING INFORMATION The Constitution of Virginia requires that you be registered in the precinct in which you live in order to be qualified to vote, in order to be eligible to vote in the General Election, to be held on Tuesday. June 9, 1009, you must register no later than 5:00 P.M. on Monday, May 11, 2009. For the convenience of eligible citizens, the Voter Registration Office of Rappahannock County located at 262A Gay Street will be open for registration Monday, Tuesday and Thursdays, 8:00 A.lil. • 4:00 P.M. The Registration Office at 262A Gay Street will also be open on Saturday, June 6, 2009, from 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. for the convenience oT registered voters who need to vote by (absentee ballot) for this election date. Proper I D. will be required to vote absentee. All requests for reasonable accommodations due to a disability should be made to the registrar with at least a 48-hour notice. You are encouraged to make application for voter registration. Piease call us at the number shown below should you have any questions. Remember, a good citizen registers and votes. IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER FOR UPCOMING DEMORCRATIC PRIMARY ELECTION: Last day to register to vote - Monday, May 11, 2009 9:00 A.M. - 5:00P.M. Last day for absentee voting, Saturday, June 6, 2009 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Nancy S Newlin General Registrar 262A Gay Street Washington. VA 22747 (540) 675-5380 Legal Notices NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Town of Washington AND Washington Water Works Washington Wastewater PROPOSED BUDGETS FY2008-2009 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT on Wednesday. May 13. 2009. at the regularly scheduled meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Washington. Virginia, at 7 30 o clock p m , or as soon thereafter as the matter can be heard, in the Town Hall on Gay Street. Washington Virginia, a Public Hearing will be held to consider the adoption of the Town Budget. Water Work s Budget, and Waste Water Budget for fiscal year 2009-2010 A synopsis of the Budgets is set forth below. Copies of the entire proposed Budgets for fiscal year 2009-2010 are available during normal business hours in the Town Hall at 485 Gay Street and in the Office of the County Administrator of Rappahannock at 290 Gay Street The final budget will be voted on at the regularly scheduled Town Council meeting on June 10 2009 at the Town Hall at 7:30 p m. All are invited to attend the public hearing on May 13 2009 and make their views known. INCOME: WASHINGTON WATERWORKS. 1000 STATE AND COUNTY $6.950 00 1100 FRANCHISE TAX $5.500 00 1200 GRANTS $8,000.00 1300 MEALS AND LODGING $211.000 00 1400 WWW REVENUE $94,000 00 1500 INTEREST $8.000 00 1600 MISCELLANEOUS $100 00 1700 WASTEWATER REVENUE 1800 BOND OBLIGATIONS ■ ' TOTAL INCOME: $239,550.00 $94,000.00 EXPENSES: 2000 ADMINISTRATION $54,100 00 $2,900 00 2500 CAPITAL EXPENSES $1.800 00 3000 CAPTIAL PROGRAMS $26,000 00 3500 CAPTIAL RESERVES $8.000 00 4000 CONTRIBUTIONS: $13 200 00 4500 STAFF' $69,000 00 5000 MAINTENACE $12.000 00 $27,000 00 5500 OPERATIONS $22 000 00 $38.100 00 6000 PROFESSIONAL: ' $59.450 00 - TOTAL EXPENSES: $239,550.00 $94,000.00 Town of Washington Washington, Virginia WASTEWATER $344,000 00 $2.730,000 00 $3,074,000 00 $1.900 00 $100.000 00 $2,730,000.00 $57,100.00 $185.000 00 TOTAL $6,950.00 ' $5,500.00 $8,000 00 $211.000 00 $94,000.00 $8.000 00 $100.00 $344.000 00 $2,730.000 00 $3,407,550.00 $58,900.00 $101,800.00 $2,756,000 00 $8,000.00 $13,200 00 $69,000.00 $39,000.00 $117200.00 $244,450.00 $3,074,000.00 $3,407,550.00

Miscellaneous Wanted v ■ Looking for Quiet Riding Horse. Chestnut Gelding, 15.2 Hands, Cold blood, well broken with a good mind. Leave message at 540-347-6020 r~ v_ Auctions J ESTATE AUCTION REMINGTON, VIRGINIA LIONS CLUB SUNDAY MAY 3RD 12:00pm 600+ lots to include Beacon Hill & Lloyd Buxton furniture, English sideboards, inlaid .bed set. Eastern Legends formal dining ■Sets, Regency turn, Hekman, French commodes, drum tables, period chests, Victorian, carved oak, china cabinets, secretaries, bronze figurines, game tables, beds, curios, dressers, washstands, rockers, bachelor chests, Limoges china, sterlinqjewelry. Fenton, elegant & depression glassware, cranberry, Bohemian, cast iron, pottery, lamps, 50+ Oriental rugs & more! Visit auctionzip.com ID#16796 for pictures & more info S Burke, Auctioneer #2759 11326 James Madison Hwy near rt 29 & rt 28 intersection (434)251-5769 <.Legal Notices v_'■___ TRUSTEE'S SALE OF 40 MAPLE KNOLL LANE Amissville, VA 20106 In execution of a Deed of Trust in the original principal amount of $385,000 00, with an annual interest rate of H 5000G from KEVIN WALKER AND CHERYL WALKER dated December 21. 2006, recorded among the land records of the Circuit Court tor the COUNTY OF RAPPAHANNOCK as Deed Book/ Instrument # 060002362. the undersigned appointed Substitute Trustee mil 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 May 19, 2009 at 11 00 AM. the property with improvements to wit: 10.0007 ACRES, AS SHOWN AND DESCRIBED ON A CERTAIN PLAT OF SURVEY DATED DECEMBER 7. 1990. AND FILED IN PLAT CABINET A. PAGE 123, IN THE CLERK S OFFICE OF THE CIRCUIT COURT OF RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY. VIRGINIA. WHICH PLAT OF SURVEY IS INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFER ENCE. THIS LOT IS SHOWN ON SAID PLAT AS RESIDUE . AND further described in the above Deed of Trust. (Tax Map No. 32B-1-H) THIS COMMUNICATION IS FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR TERMS OF SALE: ALL CASH A bidder s deposit of $15,000 00 or 1 OOF 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 Trusteemay forfeit deposit. Additional terms to be announced at sale. Loan type: Conventional Trustee's File No. 09-147623V PROFESSIONAL FORECLOSURE COR PORATION OF VIRGINIA, Substitute Trustees. C/O SHAPIRO & BURSON. LLP 236 Clearfield Avenue, Suite 215. Virginia Beach, VA 23462 (757) 687-8777. Legal Notices v_ -^ SALE DEPARMENT FAX (847i 627-8801 TRUSTEE S SALE OF 6 VIRGINIA PINES LANE Huntly, VA 22640 In execution of a Deed of Trust in the original principal amount of S155.644(X). with an annual interest rale of 5 7500T from JOSEPH W POTTER AND MIC HELLE A POTTER dated February 25, 2(8)5. recorded among the land records of the Circuit Court for the COUNTY OF RAPPAHANNCX K as Deed Book/lnstrument # 05(XXX))X2 AND MODI FIED AT INSTRUMENT XOXIXXXMN the undersigned appointed Substitute trustee will offer tor sale at public auction on the front steps of the Circuit Court building for the Count) of Rappahannock located at 2 )8 Gas Street, Washington. Virginia on May 5. 2009 at 445 PM, the property with improvements to wit CONTAINING 1 42<> ACRES, MORE OR LESS, AS SHOWN ON PLAT ENTITLED SURVEY OF A PORTION OF THE LARRY L AND CYNTHIA I ANDREWS PROP ERTY RECORDED IN DB 148 PC. 731, WAKEFIELD MAGISTERIVI. DISTRICT. RAPPAHANNCX K COUNTY, VIRGINIA, OF RECORD IN THE CLERK S OFFICE OF THE CIRCUIT COURT Ol RAPPAHAN NOCK COUNTY, VIRGINIA. IN DEED BOOK 220 AT PAGE 7s f AND further described in the above Deed of Trust. (Tax Map No 1 IA i THIS COMMUNICATION IS FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR TERMS OF SALE ALL CASH A bidder s deposit of SI 5.000 (X) or 105) of the sale price, whichever is lower, will be required in cash, certified or cashier s check Settlement within fifteen (15i days ot sale, otherwise Trustees may forfeit deposit Additional terms to be announced at sale Loan type: Conventional Trustees File No 0 8 156808 V PROFESSIONAL FORECLOSURE COR PORATION OF VIRGINIA, SubstituteTrustees. C/O SHAPIRO & BURSON. LLP 236 CLEARFIELD AVENUE, SUITE 215, VIRGINIA BEACH. VA 25462 (757) 687-8777 4/23/09, 4/30/09 248X490 Classified Ads Work! Call today to place your AD 888-351-1660 Full Time Employment DIRECTIONAL DRILL OPERATORS Exp, CDL & Travel required. Competitive pay. FT employment, start immediately. To apply call Woodlawn Construction 1-800-296-3214 EOE Healthcare LICENSED PT GROWING Physical Therapy Office is seeking a FT'PT Licensed PT. Flex. Hours. M-F. Fax Resumes to: 540-854-0369 Times Community Newspapers: Where the - Readers Are! Call Today 888-351-1660 RN CARE MANAGER Experienced RN Care Manager, 30 hrs per week in Warrenton office (will train to become certified). Supervision of staff, assist with training, some travel to clients homes. Fax resume to 540-341-8477 or email to info@cieansing water.com CNA'S Immediate opening for CNA in private health care. Call540-341-0212 info@cleansingwater.com RNs, LPNs, CNA/PCAs Needed! First Call Home Health is expanding and we need you on our team. Flexible Schedules, local cases/ Excellent Pay w/ Direct Deposit. Aflac Insurance. Call today! 877-609-8882 Physical Therapist Blue Ridge Orthopaedic & Spine Center has immediate FT/PT openings for a licensed Physical Therapist in our DYNAMIC Outpatient Orthopaedic Facility. Ideal candidate must be self motivated with Orthopaedic experience. Graduates welcome. We offer fully paid health benefits, continuing education and an exciting work environment. Salary is commensurate with experience. To Apply: Fax: 540-347-3869 E-Mail: adart@broava.com Mail: 52 W Shirley Ave., Warrenton, VA 20186 Certified Hand Therapist Blue Ridge Orthopaedic & Spine Center has immediate- FT'PT openings for a Certified Hand Therapist, PT, or OT in our expanding Outpatient Orthopaedic Facility. Ideal candidate must be a self starter for a busy work environment. Graduates welcome. We offer paid health/dental benefits, continuing education and exciting workplace opportunities. To Apply: Fax: 540-347-3869 E-Mail: adart@broava.com Mail: 52 W Shirley Ave., Warrenton, VA 20186 FAUQUIER HEALTH REHABILITATION & NURSING CENTER A 115 bed Skilled Long Term Care Facility has the following employment opportunities available: ❖ CHARGE NURSE 11PM-7AM ❖CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT, 3PM-11PM We offer flexible scheduling, competitive wages, bonuses, differentials, holiday pay, PTO. health, vision, dental and life insurance. medical treatment discounts, STD, LTD. tuition reimbursement, educational opportunities, retirement plan, credit union membership, caring supportive staff and much more. For more information please contact HR at: 360 Hospital Dr; Warrenton, VA 20186 Phone (540)316-5479 / Fax (540)316-5392 taylorc@fauquierhealth.org EOE Line Cook Inn.at Kelly s Ford. Experience needed. Flexible schedule necessary. Holidays and weekends a must. For more information or to schedule an interview please call Chef, Jean Paul Pessaint 540-399-1779 HVAC Residential Service Techs and Installers needed to work in the No. VA area! Join one of the largest family owned HVAC companies in the Metropolitan area. 3-5 yrs residential service experience required. We hire only drug-free, criminal record-free individuals who possess a good driving record. CFC and own tools. Email resumes to Benita.odell@mccreaway.com or fax to 301-423-5226 RV TECHNICIAN Safford RV in Thornburg Virginia has openings for RV Technicians experienced in trailer and house systems. Persons experienced in plumbing, electrical and carpentry are encouraged to apply. Mechanical experience helpful. Must have own tools, a positive attitude and be a team player. We offer great work environment with family friendly hours (M-F 8-5) and one of the best benefit packages around. Salary plus commission based on experience. Contact John Verne 540-735-1125 jverne@saffordauto.com NATIONAL GUARD*Engineer Learn skills for the field of engineering through service in the National Guard. A part time career with full time rewards. Call today for details. SSG JERRY ROBINSON 540-810-1262 JERRY.LEE.ROBINSON@US.ARMY.MIL 1-800-G0-GUARD.C0M Retail Sales Clerk The Inn at Little Washington Renowned 5 Star/5 Diamond Inn located in beautiful Rappahannock County is looking for a part time (including weekends) sales clerk to work in our distinctive gift shop. Must be mature with a wonderful smile and a willingness to please. Send resume and cover letter to: Director of Human Reources The Inn at Little Washington PO Box 300 Washington, VA 22747 Fax: 540-675-3478 or email: hr@theinnatlittlewashington.com or stop by and fill out an application the inn AT LITTLE WASHINGTON neip give people dock tneir nomes. At Termirax*. w* do more than make pests go away. We fielp give .usloners control of Un»ir homes again. 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License, Master s degree and clinical experience required. $44,050.50-S55,048.50 DOQ/ annually Clinician/ICC #351/#352#353 Three F/T positions available to provide Intensive Care Coordination and facilitation of service planning for child-specific multidisciplinary teams. Master required license preferred. Licensed-eligible Clinician/ICC $34,515-$43,134 - Licensed Clinician/ICC $38,064-$47,580 DOQ/annually Cjfl KAFPAHANNCKK - RAP!DAN 4Jtlk CCMM UNITY SCRVICES BOARD Rappahannock Rapidan Community Services Board Human Resources, P.O. Box 1568, Culpeper, VA 22701 (540) 825-3100 ext. 3902/}ob line TDD (540) 825-7391 All opportunities are open until filled unless otherwise noted. Visit www.rrcsb.org for additional opportunities. RRCSB/AAA is an Equal Opportunity Organization. Minorities & individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Times Community NEWS in Print. Online. Anytime. Times Community Newspapers an award winning community newspaper with offices in Fairfax, Loudoun, Fauquier and Rappahannock counties, has immediate openings for the following position: Classified Sales Consultant - FTD Part-Time (Permanent) Date Available: Now Contact: Territory Advertising Manager Duties: The Piedmont Division of Times Community News, a major Northern Virginia publisher, is looking for a high energy, enthusiastic Sales Consultant to work with our Rappahannock County and Classified Sales territory. This person will grew relationships and maintain current advertisers to ensure smooth and accurate placement of ads. Strong customer service skills and the ability to work well witnin a team environment is necessary. Qualifications: Candidate should be proficient Hi Microsoft Word, Excel, internet research and possess strong written and verbal communication skills. 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Family, books and coffee go band in band By the time Avis McCutchan’s five daughters were grown, the stay at home mom was ready to try something new. In 2003, McCutchan, an avid reader, opened noteBooks, an independent bookstore in the heart of downtown Floyd. T On the front of the historical cedar-sided building (built in 1911) that once housed an appliance store and then a health food store, she hung her business shingle - a large ? attention getting sign announcing: Art, Music, Ideas, and Coffee. "Books and coffee go hand in hand," says her daughter Rose, manager of the Black Water Loft coffee house. The loft, which opened in 2004, sits atop the book store and features a balcony porch view of the one stoplight downtown, lots of comfy sitting nooks with couches, and an unforgettable decor that mixes hip with homey. Inside the sunlit loft, the hiss of the milk steamer can be heard as Rose’s youngest sister Grace serves cappuccino to a trio of customers perched on bar stools. Rose explains that her mother, who has read practically “everything," has a special knack for helping customers pick out books for themselves and as gifts, taking into account the interests and age of the reader.' Avis, a Maryland native, recounts how she and her husband Mac first came to the area, saying, “Mac and I went to Virginia Tech. We loved it." They never left. All * five of their daughters were bom and raised from kindergarten to high school graduation in Floyd. Theda, Rose, Katie, Elsie, and Grace (named after grandmothers) range in age from 18 to 33 and all have had a hand in running the family bookstore and coffee house. * Theda helped her father write the business proposal and * currently writes book reviews for the bookstore blog, Blue 1Ridge Bookworm (http://blueridgebookwofm.wordpress. com/). Katie did most of the loft decorating. Elsie was the first loft employee. When Rose returned to Floyd after teaching children's theatre and pursuing an acting career CONTINUED ON PMC 10 PHOTO THIS PACE: Daughter and mom, Rose and JMs, take a break in the Black Water Loft to talk about their family run business. iVv ''3 J

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Rose takes notes. Grace works behind her. Avis McCutchan at her notebooks check out counter. CONTINUED FROM Page 8 in New York and Los Angeles, she added her past restaurant experience to Katie's to head up the running of the loft. “When none of us can work my dad will come in and work, upstairs and downstairs,” Rose says about the family run business. "We also call dad whenever something is broken,” she adds with a smite. Between the loft and the bookstore, the McCutchan family stays busy. Along with a variety of new and used books and art and music supplies, not eBooks carries the works of local authors and musicians on consignment. The store has hosted authors' book signings and reading events. When the last book of the Harry Potter fantasy series was released, noteBooks decorated accordingly and held a Harry Potter party. In the fall of 2006 bestselling author Barbara Kingsolver came to the Floyd County High School auditorium to read from her latest book Animal, Vegetable, Miracle for a fundraiser for the Jessie Peterman Library. Kingsolver, an advocate of supporting local economies, asked that a local independent bookstore provide books for the book signing that followed the readings, and noteBooks got the job. That Christmas all the McCutchan daughters got signed Kingsolver books as gifts from their mother, a Kingsolver fan. The Black Water Loft serves a wide variety of organic and fair trade coffees and teas, all-fruit smoothies, and locally made baked goods. They feature live music on Friday nights, host poetry readings and art showings, and are available for private party rentals. All five McCutchan sisters have a background in theater arts. Once a year they host a fundraiser at the loft for Floyd County Forensics (a high school public speaking elective). Team members rehearse poetry, prose, play scenes in preparation for competition. “I’m very proud of it,” Rose says of the fundraiser. “Floyd has a reputation for having a good team. They pack the house.” Rose, director of the Floyd’s Young Actors Coop (YAC), points out the art displayed on the coffee house walls, wooden window frames with outdoor scenes painted on the squared panels. “They're set designs made by one of It’s All About HER ■ April/May 2009

Grace, Avis, and Rose on the Black Water Loft porch, overlooking downtown Floyd. the YAC parents," she explains. The YAC group of more than a dozen 7-18 year olds has been performing a variety of plays to enthusiastic audiences since 2005 everything from Shakespeare and comedy to a parody of NPR's The Prairie Home Companion, dubbed The Floyd Home Companion. "Rose is energetic and has a lot of ideas. She keeps me inspired to do new things” Avis says about working with her daughter. Rose cites her mother's organizational skills as a trait she admires. Both women enjoy interacting with the public, the local community and visitors. The bookstore's stock of maps, music, and books related to Floyd, are appreciated by customers during tourist season, which runs from summer to December. Floyd’s scenic beauty and its music and art offerings have been drawing more visitors in recent years. Last year downtown underwent a series of renovations, got a new parking lot, a sitting wall, and a timber frame public rest room. A park is slated for development. “I like the way Floyd is growing," Avis says. “And we are part of it, “Rose adds. "Our business represents family, community, arts, culture, and diversity; everything that makes Floyd great.” By COLLEEN REDMAN/Feature Writer Sign outside the historic cedar sided building, home to noteBooks and the Black Water Loft coffee house. Grace makes cappuccinos for customers.

Going into business with family members is not the easiest thing to do. It can often create strife among relatives. While it isn’t too unusual to find a father and son operating a family business, a mother daughter team is more rare. However, for Betty Hagerman and her daughter April (Hagerman) Wilson it appears to have worked out well -- actually better than they ever imagined. April says she is a flirty typical native of southwestern Virginia. Her dad, Norman Hagerman, worked in the coal mines, and her mom, Betty, cleaned houses to help with the family income. Like most natives of the region, Norman and Betty loved their family. With three young daughters to raise, they took every opportunity available to earn a little extra income. Fortunately for the family, Norman had a love of horses and a talent for doing leatherwork. To put a little strength into the family budget, heoegan buying leather and making bridles. He and the family would attend the many area horse shows where he would sell his leatherwork. It would be a safe bet he had no idea this sideline business would be the spark for a now successful business owned by his daughter, \ April, and his wife, Betty. Norman and Betty wanted what was best for all of their daughters. They hoped the girls would all get a college education to give them a better start at the American dream of a successful career. With that in mind, they packed April off to college once she graduated from high school. But, as April will quickly tell, college simply is not for everyone. “I went to college, and I finished my first year. But I realized it just wasn’t for me, it just wasn't what l wanted."

“I came home after that first year and told my mom and dad I didn’t think I was going back. Now Dad did everything he could for us but he still had my two sisters in school so he told my Atom if I wasn't going back to school, she needed to find me a job. He wasn’t going to have me just hanging around the house doing nothing. Jobs were not too plentiful around here then so Atom put me to work helping her clean houses for people. We went somewhere just about every day, cleaning homes for the rich people there in Grundy.” The family continued attending horse shows too. Her dad’s leatherwork was in demand and besides, the family loved horses and enjoyed the shows. They noticed there was a particular style dress coat thaf the folks showing horses preferred to wear when riding in the ring. It was a bit of luck for them that a store in Bluefield which carried this style coat went out of business. "We took $50 and bought all the coats they had remaining. I can’t even remember the name of the place now but we made them an offer for all the coats left. WO took them to the horse show and sold them all. WO did pretty good on them,” Betty said. “I looked inside of the coats ■ • . ■ i and saw a tag saying Sam Meyers Clothing, Louisville, Ky. We just called 14) there and he said he’d sell us some coats. We didn’t even know enough about the business then to know that's not how you usually do it.” "Well, we loaded up in our old pickup and we drove to Louisville and bought a bunch of coats. We came back and sold them too,” April laughed. “Seemed like everybody wanted them, the horse: show people, preachers, young boys wanted them for the prom. We sold them cheap, usually charged $5 or $10 per person. We went back the next year and bought another bunch of coats from Sam Meyers. We figured as long as we were making money we were in good shape.” "We pretty much got into the shoe business the same way. Once again, we didn’t .have no idea of what we were doing,” Betty laughed. "We had an old open van by then and we drove right up to Chicago and bought a load of: think we paid 50 cents a pair for them. Wej sell them cheap and still make some mon A Great Taste Kind of Place! ClOUMjtr JI6BtaLKHm..au0u*KVA t GjftGaHmy 276646.5673 • Open 10-6 Mon-Sat. p * Vera Bradley • 3 Marthas • Fine Linens • Camille Beckman HKsT;4 Custom Embroidery by Laurd Gap Designs £i Baby & Infant Clothing •Gracious Goods « Designer Luggage *Bndgewater Candles f Yankee Candles • Byers Choice Fine Intenor/Home Decor • Wine Accessories Custom Gift Baskets • Custom Gift Wrap r: : $ t "mm** 1133472 -Lee HwV.,' GlatJftSpringsjliVA 355-4293584 fr - ^ ** i Small Enough to Know You... Large Enough To Meet All Your Needs! Open M-F 8-7 • Sat. 8-2 • Sun. 10-2 V*j 1ST? Spa Pedicure & Customized Faaal* Salt Glow Maneue 1 Hour Massage *55“ Spa Rxfcure & Manicure *185“ Customized &tf Baskets Pursee jewelry TroUbead* Perfumes from Pins D'Orsay Umque Ctothtng 4 Accessories Fa 'tou & 'tow Home J4 Grace Spa Products such as BrownSugar Scrub, Body Wastt, ***£555!*** Milk Bato&SN* Butter m 1 Hour Massage Spa Ftecfcure A Manicure *100“ Cam HD clack oUow SORR1 l L. tMtofDwartbayOwJaMky V '/t Cftace 201 E.Mtan St. Stall 7, Marion, VA*27»-7»«S5 ' _ Open Mon-Ftiioa*Sat 9-4 K^-^fShtaakt)* Sboh <*- Sfu Spa wa*-ins welcome &jmg store ftrs Special Spa to. avaiatfe by appdntnent ' -7 /^ IT ^ , Heatoer Tkson • MNfca Brown sjl Brandi Davw, N C M T B Ucanaod Massage Ttoapwt r A Is Sponsoring A Self Defense Class „ „ fo f Nature l o vers LLC Handling Dangerous Situations Hess To Behave Around Bears What To Do When You Surprise A Snake Dealing With People Who Are Violent. And more! Taught by Dean Roark and Steve Seymour I eanj more about them at www naturespowersva 10m 'turey6 mefii'LLC Who? Interested people* agt*d 18 and older When'' Saturday, Ma\ 1b. from 1 ()0 to S 00 Where? Adwolte fire Hall KM Thomas Bridge Rd, Marion \ fee? $25. payable at the door kjPre registration is netesvar> 1 Deadline is Sun May 10 k ontaet Marv Alne Hardin 27b-783-10% • Cell 42f-79l-lt>2 L fmail naturespowers^earthlmk net

. . According to the two entrepreneurs, there was no place in the area at the time that handled things like coats, tuxedoes or gowns for proms and other events such as weddings. “People around here were wanting some place they } could get that stuff. They wanted to rent them and they weren’t doing that anywhere in this area at the time,” Wilson said.”lt got to be more than we could handle out of •, our house. We opened a store in Grundy. The demand was ^ growing for wedding stuff as well as prom stuff." “Like everybody, we went through good and bad. We had some down times and we’ve had some good ones too," % Betty said. “We made some bad decisions along the way but overall we’ve done pretty good.” “We took some money and went to Atlanta to the big wedding dress market there. We went in our old pickup and drove down there," Betty said. “Just like the coats, ’ gi we bought a few wedding things. We came back and we did pretty well with them.” “Yes we did. We came back and did pretty well with the wedding stuff. By then, I had gotten kind of full of myself,” Wilson said. “We opened a store in Bluefield and I moved there to Bluefield (Va.). We did pretty good. At one point we had five stores in the area. But it started to get to be more than we had bargained for, trying to run all of * them. And besides, I guess you could say I started getting i homesick.” Left, Betty helps a customer with prom dress adjustments. Below, April sham-off the matching tux. wnen me property wnere we are now came up tor auction l bought the house * and property here. We talked it over and decided it was a good idea to just put everything here," April said. “That’s when we got started here. We consolidated ] everything at this one location. We’ve been in business since 1992 and here we are still at it." “We are like everybody, we see good times and we see some bad ones. But for the way things are right now, we are doing OK. We keep the rent paid,” Betty said with a laugh. “One thing I want to say Yes it is my mother’s and my names on the papers, but this is a family business. Our family has suffered a lot for us. My sisters have always helped us any time we needed them," April said. “That’s one reason we kept the name AAA on the business. It stands for me (April), Amanda and Allison (her sisters.) My Oad helped us get started and we still couldn’t do without him. And my husband (James Wilson) has been great too. He has pulled his share, especially during prom time when it’s not unusual for us to rent 400 tuxedoes in a weekend. All our family has helped. You can truly say this is a family business. It’s not easy. It keeps you going six and seven days a week. You have to work hard to make it. But we manage to get our bills paid so I guess you could say we are doing pretty good." “You have to like people; there is no other way,” Hagerman said when asked the secrets of their success. “And they have to like you too. You be truthful to them and folks will think good of you. That’s the only way to be in this business. And it helps that April can sell anything. I mean she can sell absolutely anything." Wilson agreed with her mom, "I love it (the business) I really do love it. I like helping people find what they need. I can’t imagine doing anything else now. It is the only thing for me.” AAA Bridal Warehouse is located at 22081 US Hwy. 19 in Cedar Bluff and may be reached at (276) 880-1121. By ROBERT CAHILL/Correspondent J

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President Woodrow Wilson was commander-in-chief of War I. He served as president during a worldwide conflict that ; saw 15 million casualties. Yet, jj President Wilson’s most lasting and observed achievement is not worldwide peace. Each spring, on the second Sunday in May, hundreds of millions of Americans celebrate a day designated by President Wilson. In 1914, Wilson was | swayed to establish a national | holiday to honor some of America's greatest citizens. This J The second Sunday in May is to celebrate mothers. Mother’s Day, \ U.S.A. Mother’s Day is a day to celebrate mothers like Faye Howery. She is mother to three, grandmother to two, and wife to one. Yet, I bet she is known to County, Virginia. Even though I could not place her name when given this assignment, I j recognized her face when we met for our interview. I had met Faye while she our great country during World thousands in and around Wythe volunteered for the Fort ChisweU 'T|wppwppwi(Pf|||( High School Band Boosters. On more than one occasion she has served me nachos, cheese and homemade chili. I knew the food was good, but I did not know the full extent of Faye’s culinary talents. Now, if you have married in the past 15 years, then you too may know about Faye’s talents. Faye and her daughter, Pam Henley, operate PHA’s Cakes (pronounced Faye’s). At heart, PHA’s is a confectionary venture rooted in human relationships. PHA did its first wedding cake almost 20 years ago, and today mother Faye can still remember almost every wedding they have done. "I know almost All our customers by name," says Faye as photos contributed Faye and Pam create their fabulous cakes right In Faye’s home kitchen. Marriage is aooui give ana take,” Paul says nodding toward Faye, “and a whole lot about giving, with so much emphasis on family, it was only natural for Faye and Pam to And a way to give something to new forming families. “After high school, I went to WCC and started working parttime at Food Lion on Main Street," explains Pam. Faye adds, “I had to work the front-end cashier because they wouldn't allow family to work in the same area. Pam started in the bakery/deli." “I started with Food Lion, and I’m still there today. Today I’m managing the deli/bakery. We used to do wedding cakes at Food Lion, but we don't do them there anymore. Oh, we still do cakes at Food Lion. I probably do over fifty a week, but not wedding she points to picture after picture of cakes in a photo album. In fact, not only does she know the bride and groom, most of the time she can tell you about the entire family. Daughter Pam agrees. “Family has always been very important to us,” she said. Family is important in each household. Mother Faye and Father Paul still leave in Max Meadows, Virginia, within a rock’s throw of Faye’s birthplace. Daughter Pam and husband, Jeff, live a few miles away with their children. “I remember our house was the place for all our cousins and classmates to be when we were growing up. Dad fed all those kids and never complained. I bet he was ^only making $45 a week,” Pam says with a reminiscent smile. In today’s economy, $45 dollars a week doesn’t seem like much, but Paul's wealth has not been measured in dollars and stock shares. Paul’s wealth is invested in family. In fact, Paul and Faye will celebrate their 49th wedding anniversary in August. They married In 1960.

cakes,” says Pam. ; “They took pictures of my first wedding cake ; I did at Food Lion,” Pam shares. PHA’s photo album contains over one hundred wedding cakes created by Pam and Faye. "We try and keep a photo of each cake we do. ” Good times always provide good memories, and PHA's Cakes certainly has it share of good memories. Faye shares, “We did a wedding cake for Brian Grimm. He has a band called the Konnarock Critters. He teaches violin and'all. Anyhow, the cake had to be taken all the way over White Top Mountain to Konnarock. “I took the backseat out of my van for the cake, and we got lost three times getting there “After driving for what seemed forever, we got to a big white storage building. Usually, after we set -up the cake, we don’t stay around for the reception, but at this wedding we did. Everyone there was a musician. Wayne Henderson was there. He plays guitar. In these little rooms in the storage building, there were groups of people sitting. There were hundreds of people there. Each little room had a group of musicians playing music." Faye adds with a grin, “We stayed a little longer that night than usual. It was unreal, unreal.” Another wedding cake story involves a near disaster with a tractor, hay, and the wind. Faye explains, "This picture is of a cake and wedding we did in a field. This was like when you are going down to Claytor Lake. There was a field of cut hay behind the wedding reception. Now, some farmers came and started raking hay right in the field behind our cake. I said, ‘Let’s put this cake inside.’ They said, ‘No, we want it outside.’ I said, ‘Well, you are going to have hay blowing all over it.’ They said they didn’t care. I did the best I could and left them to the cake and the hay. Like we always do, I left when the cake was ready. But I guess they were happy in spite of the blowing hay.” Most people don’t let little things like dry grass and wind spoil their wedding day. In fact, Faye and Pam can’t think of any brides that have complained about their cakes. And if you have had the pleasure to see one of their cakes, you completely understand the satisfaction. Pam recounts, “We had a wedding reception at Randolph Park. It was on a 100 degree hot day. On the way there our cake kind of had a small issue. The bride had asked for a stacked cake. Those can be kind pf hard to do and transport. It had stair steps coming down on each side. v “One layer slid just a little on the way there. It looked like a small landside on the back side. Once there, I used a little extra frosting around the back to make it right, I asked the bride if it was satisfactory, and she said she could not even tell a difference. I could tell a difference, but the bride said, ‘It looks good to me.’" “Pam does all the frosting," says Faye, “and I do all the baking. She sits right here." Faye points to the end of her kitchen table where she is seated. “Right here in the kitchen we do everything. Pam Just does it. She usually doesn’t look at a picture while she is doing it. She can visualize it and frost it." Pam shares about one of the most memorable wedding cakes they have done, “We did a cake for this one boy at work. The reception was being held at his grandmother's house near Luvs’ Truck Stop. “What was wild is the wedding was on Halloween. All the guests came in costume. Even the people in the wedding were in costume. The groom looked like Beetle Juice hi page 19 Faye does all the baking and Pam does alf the frosting. Faye says Pam doesn’t even have to look at a picture, she just does it.

all burgundy. His groomsmen, well, one was a baseball player. And the other, he was a hotdog. I mean a really big hotdog with bun and all. “The cake was Halloween themed also. It had ‘Till Death do us Part’ frosted on it. On top of the cake were skeletons. “It looked like everyone was in to it except one. The bride wore a traditional gown, but she seemed to have a good time.” When asked how she is able to create such beautiful cakes so easily, Pam modestly replies, “Lots of practice." Practice does make perfect, but practice does not make creativity and beautiful cakes. Pam supplies those elements through a blend of sweet icing and decoration. Between Food Lion and PHA’s, Pam has frosted at least a thousand cakes. How do they make creating wedding cakes si simple? "Trade secrets,” Faye replies with a laugh, There are no secrets when it comes to a successful business partnership between mother and daughter. Faye proudly states, “We had a great relationship before we started baking wedding cakes. That is why we do so well together. We have grown together and closer over the years. The secret is listening to each other.” -My mom nas always Deen a great listener," Pam adds. “Mom has always been there for me and my brothers. She is a great mother." Faye interjects, "There is no boss at PHA’s Wedding Cakes. It is a partnership.” Although Faye insists neither is in charge of the other, Pam states with pride, “My mother is a great Mom." She adds with a wink, “Mama always gets her way." Great mothers deserve great treats. On Faye and Paul's 40th wedding anniversary, the family decided to do a special cake for the occasion. This presented a real dilemma. They needed a cake, but they knew they could not get a cake from anyone else. How would it took to order a cake from someone else? So, the family hatched a simple plan to get a terrific cake and keep it in the family. Faye recounts, "I didn’t know I was making my own wedding anniversary cake. Our daughter-in-law, Melissa, said a woman in Pulaski wanted an anniversary cake and it was their fortieth anniversary. So, she told me it had to be red and white because those are the colors of the 40th anniversary. “So we did it just like she wanted, and that Saturday morning Missy tip.'. (daughter-in-law) and I had a yard sale. At twelve o’clock Missy told me to stay with the yard sale and she was going to my house, get the cake, and deliver it to Pulaski. “I should have thought something her not wanting me to help* But, she informed me, ‘I can do it.’ And I said, ‘OK.’ “So I had all that yard sale stuff to pack up. In the meantime they took the cake up to Cartersville Heights where Todd our son lives. I didn’t know it, but they had sent out all these invitations and there ended up being a lot of people there. “We didn’t know, going up to Todd’s, that there was an occasion just for us. “The way I was dressed would blow your mind. I had a pair of red shorts, a white top, and my top had a red lighthouse on it. Paul was wearing a pair of red pants with a white shirt. We had been working the yard sale and didn’t know something special was going to happen.” Although surprised, the party meant a great deal to Faye and Paul. Nodding in agreement, both Paul and Faye add, “It was very nice and meant a lot to us.” From my interviews, I believe family means a great deal to both Faye and Pam. Pam explains, "Compromise and listening is the key. You have to listen to both sides and get the other side of the story. I listen more to my mom now because I was always Daddy’s girl. “But any problems I have I can always go to my mom. It is very special to have somebody you can always turn to. “I have always tried to be like my mom and be there for my kids, try and listen when my kids talk. There is so much going on it can be easy to tune the kids out, but Mama always listened and I try tb do the same. ” President Wbodrow Wilson must have had a mother like Faye Howry. He wanted all mothers to be remembered and appreciated at least once a year on Mother’s Day. For Faye’s family, the appreciation and love of family is every day. No federally approved holiday Is required to appreciate your mother. If you are still blessed to have your mother, then be like the mother and daughter of PHA’s Cakes. Forge a partnership, a friendship, and most importantly a true lasting relationship. By ED CLYBURN/Feature Writer Faye and Pam photograph all their cake designs. Shown here are two of their masterpieces. To see mother and daughter in action, feel free to call PHA’s Cakes at 276-637-3774. - It's Att About HER ■ May 2009

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(ARA) - “What do I do now?” This Is the question that is being asked by everyone from baby boomers on the cusp of retirement to 20-somethings who have just started their retirement savings. Today’s volatile market has left everyone in the dark. “Challenging economic times call for a return to basic principles, like a commitment to personal savings, seeking professional advice to help investors assess their personal situations, and employing a. holistic approach to retirement planning," advises Christine Marcks, president of prudential Retirement A thoughtful approach to preparing for retirement is important for all individuals, no matter how far off retirement might be. Prudential has developed “The Four Pillars of U.S. Retirement" as a framework to discuss how Americans can prepare for and live in retirement - For most Americans, no single pillar will be sufficient to meet retirement income needs. Now more than ever, to save and plan effectively for a secure retirement, individuals should consider how Social Security, workplace-provided programs, personal savings, and retirement choices will affect their ability to live comfortably in the future. Here are five back-to-basics tips to help Americans get their retirement plans bade on track in this challenging market: 1. Know the options and outcomes for drawing your Social Security benefits. If you are nearing retirement, be sure to understand your options and how you can maximize your Social Security benefits. Be dear about the tax implications of early or delayed benefits. 2. Continue to leverage and maximize your workplace-provided programs. If you aren’t already, enroll in your v workplace-sponsored defined contribution plan -401 (k), 403(b), etc. - if one is available. ¥ou should contribute at least enough to get the full benefit of a sponsor match. This is not the time to “leave money on the table." Also consider in-plan investment options, such as target-date funds, automatic assetallocation programs, and even guaranteebased vehicles that can protect savings and income and offer a guaranteed retirement paycheck. 3. Make the most of your personal savings. Despite the uncertain economy, remain calm. Follow the basic principle of investment diversification, which continues to be an important element of any financial plan. Work with a financial advisor to appropriately allocate assets based on age, risk tolerance and years to retirement. 4. Assess •• and maybe reassess - your retirement choices. The current downturn may require you to re-examine key retirement choices, such as when to retire or where to live. A tax-efficient approach to taking retirement income can play a big part in how long your retirement assets will last. Understand the financial implications of your desired r lifestyle and consider which choices make sense for your personal situation. S. Seek advice from a financial professional. If you don’t already have a financial advisor, a trusted friend or peer can be a good source for referrals. Schedule a time to have a conversation with a professional who can provide you with detailed advice about planning for your future retirement. "Planning for retirement now by taking the back-to-basics approach is very important," says Marcks. “In a down economy we must all take a realistic position on how different areas of our retirement are affected in order to have a bright financial future." Take the first step today and visit www.prudential.com. Prudential Retirement is a Prudential Financial business. Retirement products ;and services are provided by Prudential Retirement Insurance and Annuity Company, Hartford, Conn., or its affiliates. Courtesy of ARAcontent V»v:'

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How to Save Money on Senior Care (ARA) With America's population aging, billions of dollars are spent each year on senior care expenses. But with economic worries affecting many families, cutting costs has became more important than ever. With a little creativity, seniors and their families can save a substantial amount of money. ( omp.wv Pl iers $ Family members and caregivers can help seniors out by comparison shopping for goods and services online. Changing homeowner’s insurance policies alone can save hundreds of dollars each year. Review all bills and find out if it is less expensive to bundle services like If phone and cable. Take Advantage of Kxisting Services |. The fall prevention alarms advertised on television can be a great tool to help seniors S. prevent serious injuries from falls and other medical emergencies, but most of them come with a costly monthly monitoring fee. Look for a personal alarm system that can connect H directly to 911 and charges no monitoring fees and has no service contracts. ft Consider I Ionic ( arc If According to a 2007 MetLife survey, the average annual rate nationally for a private room in a nursing home is $77,745 and is steadily increasing each year. The annual base rate for an individual residing in an assisted living community is $35,628. The average annual cost of home care can be half the cost of nursing home care. An organization like Visiting Angels provides a cost-effective alternative to assisted living i facilities and nursing homes. Caregivers provide up to 24-hour elderly assistance in the j| comfort of home at affordable rates. Home care makes it possible for seniors to remain in i| their homes and maintain their independence. i Keversc Mortgage U Many senior citizens have owned their homes for decades and can take advantage of a reverse mortgage -- a loan that allows a homeowner to convert a portion of their equity into |f cash. Unlike a traditional mortgage, repayment of a reverse mortgage is not required until H the borrower no longer uses the home as their principal residence. Huy in Hulk ■| Seniors often use the same products, such as personal care items or incontinence supplies, month after month. Purchasing such nonperishable items in bulk online or from a warehouse store can save a great deal of money. Also consider signing up for automatic monthly delivery for health and personal care products. Auto delivery ensures products will no k. longer run out and shipping is often free. ' l For more money-saving ideas and to find out if home care is right for you, visit www.Visitin| gAngels.com. Courtesy of ARAcontent It’s All About HER ■ April/May 2009

Customized Meds for Better Health Do you have trouble swallowing pills? Do you dislike taking oral medications because you do not like the taste? Vital Care of Southwest Virginia in Cedar Bluff can customize medications to fit your needs When patients can take the optimal dose of medications that are needed to treat an illness (based on their age, weight, etc.), they are more likely to recover quickly with minimal side effects Unfortunately, drugs are commercially manufactured in limited doses, dosage forms, and flavors Sometimes people1 m. ist be hospitalized or receive home IV therapy when they c annot swallow and the medication they need is only available in oral or injectable dosage forms 'Also, when children or chronically ill individuals refuse medication because they dislike the taste, their condition can worsen WF CAN HELP! Utilizing FDA-approved drugs which we purchase as pure powders or liquids, our compounding pharmacy can formulate the needed dose of medication into flavored lozenge, suspension, or even a lollipop! When patients can't take medication orally, many drugs can be compounded as topical or transdermal dosage forms that can be absorbed through the skin. We work together with physicians, dentists, veterinarians, and other health care professionals to solve our patients' medication problems As a home infusion and compounding pharmacy, we want to help you solve your problems. Call us with any questions you may have, our trained staff is ready to help you. For your convenience you may visit our website From the Left: Theresa Morrow & Karla Nuckles Owners / Pharmacists Vital Care of Southwest Virginia 276-964-0555 • 866-964-0555 toll free www. vi t alcare S\WA. co i n Home Nursing Company, Inc. Accredited by Joint Commission HOME HEALTH CARE & HOSPICE CARE —» 11 r 1 V • Anod\ ne Theraps • Physical Theraps • Skilled Nursing • Occupational Theraps • Home Health Aide • Speech Theraps • Wound Specialty • HOSPIC'E • HomMed Monitoring System • Portable ProTime Meter Serving The Community' Since 1987 We Are A Medicare Certified Home Health Agency “HNC Is The Choice For Me ”

The Guide to a Safe and Stvlish Bathroom (ARA) • The bathroom, often a place of relaxation and comfort, can also be a dangerous space. Whether your family members are 3 years old or 93, the risk of getting hurt in the bathroom is the same for all ages. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the number of multigenerational households, consisting of three or more generations of a family, is on the rise in America -- up to nearly four million. And. creating a safe home that meets everyone's needs white still being stylish can be difficult. So whether it’s bath time for your tittle ones or their grandparents, the following tips will help you to create a safe bathroom that is fashionable and inviting. I 111) I A H k I >11\\ I) Getting into and out of the tub safety is key to a relaxing bath experience for both children and adults. To prevent slipping, easy-to-install and stylish Premium SecureLock Tub Grips from Home Care by Moen are essential in lending a stable, helping hand. The design features an easy-locking lever to ensure a tight fit to most tubs without harming the tub surface. An ergonomically designed handle features an anti-slip grip to provide optimal support and comfort. Plus the innovative design offers easy, no-tool installation and removal in seconds Splisli Splash I \\;i> Taking a Hath Neglecting your tub while it's filling up may lead to accidental overflows leaving a hazardous pool of water on the floor. An alarm is the perfect way to alert impatient bathers -- young and old -- when it's bath time. Designed in many shapes and colors to coordinate with any decor, the bath alarm notifies you when the water has reached its limit. Some r models, such as the Pnmo Bathtub Thermometer, also include a water temperature screen to help keep sensitive fingers or toes from getting burned. hit ;in KihI to SIi|»pin«4 and Sliding Slips and slides are fun for outside play on hot days; however, they can easily be created in your bathtub if bath treads are not properly placed on the bottom of the tub. Bath treads provide stability and reduce slippage while showering. These simple strips are inexpensive, come in different, decorative shapes such as stars, shells and fish, and can be found at any home or hardware store. Slimier Saleh Whether it is shower time for toddlers or teenagers, parents or patriarchs, a handheld shower is the perfect option for everyone. Home Care by Moen's Premium Pause Control Handheld Shower offers safe, easy and luxurious showering options for bathers, whether seated or standing, and features three unique spray settings and a pause setting to create your own unique shower experience. An oversized lever allows for easy-turn spray selection, while the innovative on-handle, push-button pause control reduces water to a trickle for added safety. You ll be feeling clean and refreshed in no time -- all while remaining safe. ( ivatiir Storage ami lHvoratiii*> As one of the smallest rooms in the home, the bathroom can become the culprit of disorganization and tripping hazards. To get a grip on organization, install an over-the-toilet shelving unit for extra storage. Try personalizing each individual's space in the bathroom by designating drawers or assigning colorful bath towels for shower time. Adding bathroom rt^reedom tg get on with life,,. Let Community Home Care Services help you stay free to live yours! Why worry about running out of oxygen? Let Community Home Care's team of respiratory therapists work with you and your doctor to provide the best oxygen system to meet your individual needs. • Stationary Oxygen Units • PortableTank Systems • Home Liquid Oxygen Systems • Portable Liquid Oxygen Systems •Home-Fill Oxygen Units Our delivery staff is on-call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to make sure you receive prompt, reliable and courteous service when you need it the most. Community Home Care Services*^ page 30 ’*m %•.' ipKJj )5-M744a It's All About HER ■ Apnl/May 2009

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Barbara Owens, DPT, i Expands Her Presence at u Valley Health Care Center Well known in the region for her expertise in orthopedic rehabilitation for nearly 20 years, Barbara Owens is both a familiar face and welcomed addition to Valley’s rehab team. The Valley staff is excited to have Barbara expand her presence here. Barbara has provided services on a limited basis in the past. With her broad knowledge in joint replacements and experience in helping seniors reach their maximum potential, Barbara’s new role at Valley reaffirms Valley’s tradition in service excellence. Barbara is owner of Highlands Therapy Services, PC and also works with Appalachian Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine. Her knowledge base in the field of orthopedics is matched only by her care and compassion she brings to each person she treats. “Barbara is always seen with a smile,” notes Kimberly Clark, Administrator, “as she has a way in helping those improve their functional ability, following life altering events such hip or knee surgery, strokes, or other injuries and illnesses.” Working with such seasoned rehab and nursing staff in a caring atmosphere, while improving the quality of life for short term rehab and long term care residents, is what has led Barbara to her greater presence at Valley. Lynn Brown, SLP-CCC, and Rehab Director exclaims, “We are honored to have Bar| bara join our team, adding to the excellent care and commitment provided.” t Barbara received her Bachelor of Physical Therapy from Medical College of Georgia, in May 1991, and subsequently received her Master of Business Administration from East Tennessee State University and Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Virginia Commonwealth University - Medical College of Virginia campus. Barbara and her husband Dr. Charles “Mike” Owens, a local Optometrist, live in Abingdon. Together, they enjoy mountain biking, hiking, antique shopping, and most importantly spending time with their family. It’s no wonder Valley staff is pleased to have Barbara a part of its professional family, Feel free to come by and meet Valley’s newest rehab team member A ttggfSI