Rappahannock News, June 11, 2009

- *S'-* '•aslw-rT/ ;-r t*,.’2z?t£&v,V*y? i r ~ ft— ;r —*<•- - * i ■ vjr. * >■>■ \ >0 •■ X "■ i •*•■'«»\l> si |»K i jMOM) \ \ 1 1 SEE PAGES AS AND A9 Rappahannock County’s Family NewspaperSitfce 1877 BIst Year ... No. 24 Washington, Va. THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 2009 (540) 675-5558 \V\\ W.F '.i'l'Ni. A >M 1C vju vinuimM. mi dii tfdiiy dye. Emma Hathaway was already wearing a Virginia sweatshirt and pledging her allegiance to the navy and orange. v/uui icsy pi !uiu& PRESCHOOLERS: Caroline Massie. left, and Chase Tupper met when they were in preschool at the Child Care and Learning Center in Washington. Then 8c Now Friends since childhood, four RCHS seniors go on to UVA By Christine Krapf Special to the Rappahannock News Emily Carter remembers the first time she thought about which college she might like to attend. “We were in the fifth grade, and Chase and I said that we were going to UVA together," she recalled, smiling. “We always said that we were going to go there. Then, in our eighth grade time capsules that we made, I found a note that I had written that said I was going to go to UVA." Talk about making predications — and having them come true. Carter, along with Chase Tupper, Emma Hathaway and Caroline Massie, will make that one-hour trip down Route 29 this August as graduates of Rappahannock County High School — and members of the University of Virginia Class of 2013. This is the first time in recent memory —- and maybe ever — that Rappahannock County High School has had four students from the same class directly matriculate to the University of Virginia campus in Charlottesville. “What are the odds of all four of us getting into UVA together,’' said Tupper, who lives in Sperryville. KINDERGARTEN: Emily Carter, left, and Caroline Massie hold a painting in a kindergarten photo. CLASS OF 2009: Below left, friends since childhood, these seniors will receive their diplomas June 13 at the graduation ceremony at Rappahannock County High School. The four will attend the University of Virginia this fall. From left are Emily Carter. Caroline Massie. Chase Tupper and Emma Hathaway. “We usually get in two kids from here.” Virginia is the dream school for many state high school students. Ranked No. 2 among public universities in the nation bv US. News and World Report magazine, it offers 51 bachelor's degrees in 47 majors, top-flight law and medical schools and a list of famous alumni from President Woodrow Wilson and • Senators Robert and Edward Kennedy to CBS news anchor Katie Couric and See UVA, Page A5 Chappell to retire High school in top 3 percent By Stkf'hkn Dakkinc. Rappahannock NVws >tafF Writer School Superintendent Dr. Bob Chappell announced at the School Board meeting luesday that he will he retiring at the end of the next school year. It was also brought to the board's attention by the Rappahannock News that Rappahannock County High School was rankl'd in the too three percent of high schools nationwide: Dr Bob Chappell perhaps a fitting tribute to Dr. Chappell s tenure. Chappell announced his retirement and then immediately released a statement to RCPS employees regarding his decision. In the letter, he cited his.having just turned 65 as having “got my attention " He also claimed his oldest son said he was getting, “old and crotchety." “Most important." said Chappell in the letter, “is that my family has strongly encouraged me to ret ire. . . so that 1 can spend quality time with our., grandchildren." In an interview with the Rappahannock News on Wednesday. Chappell said there were no other factors in his decision See CHAPPELL, Page A10 Fourth of July celebration offers bie bucks $2,500 in raffle prizes to go to seven winners By James P. Gannon Special to the Rappahannock News Rappahannock County’s Fourth of July celebration this year will offer not only the usual family fun and the big bangs of fireworks, but big bucks as well-$2,500 in cash raffle prizes to go to seven lucky winners. The committee planning the celebration on Saturday. July 4 has added a new element-a raffle drawing for cash prizes. The Grand Prize winner will receive $1,500; second prize will lie $500; and there will be five additional winners at $100 each. Up to 5,000 persons are expected at the celebration to be held for the third year on about 100 acres of the Thornton Hill Hunt grounds, donated for the occasion by owner Bill Fletcher. The site is along Route 522 between Woodville and Sperryville. In its first year there, the event drew about 4,000 people, but attendance slipped a bit to 3,000 or less last year due to rainy weather. For many years the celebration and fireworks display had been held in the town of Washington. Event co-chair Richie Burke predicts a crow’d of 4,500 to 5,000 this year, partly because the holiday falls on a Saturday rather than a weekday. He and co-chair Gary Settle and their committee have been planning the event for months with an aim to make the celebration “bigger and better" than ever. “The committee’s plan is for an event that will allow an old-fashioned family pic nic type event, where you will be able bring your blanket and picnic basket and set up your area on the rolling hills to enjoy thy day’s events," Burke said. The event is a fund-raiser to benefit the Sperryville Volunteer Fire Department, of which Burke is chief. The proceeds help the fire company to upgrade its equipment and make payments on new apparatus recently purchased. Those attending will lx* charged $20 per vehicle for general parking, or $30 for "sponsor" parking in a reserved tailgating area where families or groups may set up tables and chairs for a tailgate party. For a $250 donation, a business or corporation may set up a tent in a prime viewing area, both to enjoy the day’s events and to promote their products or services to the public. See JULY 4, Page A10 Tom Junk announces for Supervisor Piedmont District By Stephen Dakking Rappahannock News Staff Writer Meeting the deadline for the required signatures just in time, Tom Junk of Sperryville is now a candidate for the Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors seat from the Piedmont District. Last week, Peter Hitchen - who had only recently announced he was running for the seat - withdrew saying that the “timing wasn’t right” and that he felt people needed more time to get to know him. That left, for a brief time before and after Hitchen’s brief campaign, Mike Biniek of Belle Meade Farm south of Sperryville, as the only candidate for the seat. But, as Junk said in an interRappahannock News P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747 (540) 675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) Tom Junk view with the Rappahannock News on Monday, “A one-man race doesn't bring out any ideas.” Chris Parrish announced that he will be running for the seat being vacated by current Chairman Bob Anderson who represents the Stonewall-Hawthome District. He is running unopposed. The Rappahannock News will be profiling each of the candidates as the election nears next November. Hackley’s Store, last of an era, closing By Stephen Dakeing Rappahannock N**v%s Staff Writer People pass bv Hackley’s Store everyday, some stopping, others speeding on to some other destination. Just another country general store. But unlike every other store in the county, this one’s been here 75 years. Last week, Dorothy Hackley, whose inlaws first opened the store, was told by her nephew Brad Nicholas, current store manager, that he was not renewing the lease; he was closing the store. The reason: The economy. See HACKLEY S, Page A7 CLOSING SHOP: After 75 years. Hackley s Genera! Store will close its doors. Hackley s opened in 1934 ana has been in continuous operation since. The current manager. Brad Nicholas, cited declining sales and the economy as the reason for closing Sian P'totoSiep'w Dareing Deeds takes Virginia, Rappahannock by huge margins By Stephen Darkinc, Rappahannock News Start Writer Creigh Deeds, the State Senator from Bath County, won Tuesday’s Democratic gubernatorial primary bv wide margins over Terry McAuliffe and Brian Moran. In Rappahannock he received mom than 64 percent of the vote, with the Flint Hill precinct returning the highest percentage at 76. Overall, Deeds received 50 percent of the vote statewide. Despite having less money and arguably less visibility, Deeds emerged from behind to defeat the better-funded McAulifTe, a long time Clinton aide and fonner chairman _ of the Democratic National Committee and Moran, former member of the Virginia 1 louse of Delegates and brother of Congressman Jim Moran of Alexandria. Washington, Amissville, Sperryville, Scrabble and Flint Hill all had similar turnout numbers - a paltry 10 * 12 percent of registered voters. Heavily Republican Chester (lap had a men.1 18 people show up to the polls. Deeds won by the next highest percentage m Scrabble i H9), then Amissvilie <65). Washington 0)1). Sperryville t59), and Cluster Gap (44).

A2 Thursday, June 11, 2009 Pc Katharine Aldrich graduates from Foxcroft School Katharine Hamilton Aldrich of Huntly graduated from the Foxcroft School on May 22 at the school’s 95th commencement. She was one of 40 students from 11 states, three foreign countries and the District of Columbia, awarded diplomas by Head of School Mary Louise Leipheimer. Aldrich, who plans to attend Virginia Tech in the fall, was awarded the school’s top riding prize, “Miss Charlotte’s Prize for Best Rider in Foxcroft." She is the daughter of Jennifer and David Aldrich of Huntly. A national champion eventer. she was a co-captain of Foxcroft's equitation team, which won the Tristate Equitation League Championship, and w'as a member of the school’s eventing team. She also participated in a riding exchange program with the Stonar School in England and traveled with a select group to fox hunt in Ireland. As a junior, Aldrich received the Harvard Prize Book and the Katharine Hamilton Aldrich William & Mary College Leadership Award for her academic and leadership skills and the Best Younger Girl Rider for her equestrian efforts. Founded in 1914, Foxcroft is a collegepreparatory boarding and day school for girls in grades 9-12. It is located in Middleburg, Va. CHILD CARE 'UJftSUM COftOA* rappcclc.com n LEARNING CENTER M tO Bom 520, Wnhtngton, VA 22747 r 540-675-3237 The staff. Board of Directors, and families join together in congratulating the 2009 CCLC Pre/K Graduating Class who will he moving up to kindergarten this fall!.' 2009 CCLC Prk/K Gradiatfs and Awards Elasia Ny-Jehr Beaver . Vladimir Uriel Garcia ., Malachi Basil Hams ... Zachary Matthew Herzog Andrew McKmsey Hitt Joshua Allen Jones Meadow Irene King Curtis Grant Lillard ... Payton MacKensie Luthi Nicholas Kaden Paratore Allison Marie Wharton . .Most Musical .Most Cheerful . . Most Imaginative . .. .Most Inquisitive .Most Inventive .. Most Thoughtful .. Most Expressive . Most Adventurous .. Most Observant . . Most Naturalistic .Most Artistic mem rriup rrffignfTCT. ■'» t '» I for the Education of Young Children. Batchelder - Curran exchange vows Sarah Marie Batchelder and Christopher N. Curran exchanged their marriage vows on May 16 in a beautiful mountaintop ceremony in Rappahannock County. The wedding was held on top of Massie Mountain surrounded by breathtaking views of valleys and mountains. The family and guests enjoyed peaceful, angelic harp music while they were being seated. The ceremony was performed in front of the family gazebo, which was decorated with sage green and lavender flowers. The Rev. Jennings Hobson, III, performed the ceremony. The bride was stunning in her full-length wedding dress adorned with delicate beads and lace. The groom was handsomely dressed in his formal blue military uniform. After exchanging vows, the bride and groom released two white doves to symbolize everlasting love and commitment to each other. Following the ceremony, family and friends enjoyed a reception on the mountain. The tables were beautifully set with a theme of sage green and lavender. Roses were placed at each table symbolizing the presence, in spirit, of beloved departed family members, Lisa Batchelder, Roger Batchelder and Nona Genebach. The bride is the daughter of David R. Batchelder of Washington, Va„ and Susan and Stewart Munday of Warrenton. The bride is also the granddaughter of Jane H. Batchelder and the late Roger P. Batchelder of Rappahannock County, and Larry G. Genebach and the late Nona E. Genebach also of r Rappahannock County. The groom is the son of Pat and Ron Lancaster of Oregon. The bridesmaids and dear friends of the bride were Kelli Leathers and Heather Powers. The groomsmen, Bob Williams and James Harris, are fellow military servicemen and close friends of the groom. The children of Rand and Laura Batchelder of Pennsylvania also participated in the wedding. The ring bearer was David Batchelder, the flower girl was Jane Batchelder, and Martha Batchelder carried the bride’s train. They were delightful in every way and brought smiles to all. The bride is employed by River Mountain Construction in Rappahannock County, and the groom is stationed at Ft. Meade in Mary land. The newlyweds reside in Warrenton. I The Rappahannock News and the Rappahannock Animal Welfare League (RAWL) present Your Next Best Friend: Raleigh r m ■. am *1 wnen iney ao ine aicnonary over ana review the definition of "statuesque,” word is they are going to use my picture as an illustration. Good idea, don’t you think? This is what you get when you make a good mix of Rottweiler and Doberman. I am a female, only nine months old; 55 pounds and gaining. This past week no dogs were joined with new owners The Rappahannock Animal Welfare League is located m Amissville at 160 Weaver Road It can be reached seven days a week between 8 a m and 1 p m at !540> 937-328,3 Check out its Web site at www rawldogs org Photo courtesy Grant'Letts family Remembering The Grant-Letts family of Sperryville traveled to Bedford Va., to the National D-Day Memorial where they attended the 65th anniversary commemoration to recognize and honor their father and grandfather, James F. Williams. The memorial pays tribute to the Allied Forces participating in the largest land, sea and air operation in history: the invasion of Normandy. June 6. 1944. Williams served in the 8th Infantry Regiment. 4th Infantry Division. Williams was in attendance with his wife. Margaret, and daughter Kathryn Weatherby. From left, back row: Justin Grant. Nathan Grant, Margaret Williams, James Williams. 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New tourism Web site promotes Rappahannock County By Laura Overstreet Special to The Rappahannock News Rappahannock County’s new tourism Web site, www.VisitRappahannockVA .com presents the uniqueness of the county as a travel destination. The Web site was launched by the county’s Office of Tourism this spring as a key element in the tourism marketing program that the county announced last summer. The program was made possible through funding from the county, financial support from several Rappahannock organi zations ana a z:i matching grant from Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC). The grant program also supports marketing of the county and the Web site through advertising and press exposure, both of which are proving to be highly successful in generating visitor interest . “Our new tourism Web site serves as an online guide to planning a visit to Rappahannock County,” said County Administrator John McCarthy. “It presents a visually rich and informational introduction to the county, a calendar of upcom- - ing leisure and cultural events, as well as listings of local tourism and hospitality-related businesses and special offers. The site introduces travelers to the beauty and uniqueness of the county as a travel destination,” he said. “The robust and flexible design of the Web site allows for new capabilities to be added in the upcoming months and years,” McCarthy continued. “Although the function of the site is to engage travelers in an online experience that will lead to planning and booking travel to Rappahannock County, local residents also will find it useful as a source of information.” Business listings include links to travel and hospitalitv-related businesses in the county. Listings of non-profit organizations whose activities may attract visitors who are looking for a “voluntourism” experience are also featured. Currently, themes include agritourism, outdoor activities, the arts and culinary travel among the many experiences available to visitors. Although the Web site has been operational for several months, new content and capabilities will be continually added. Upcoming features include a section on event planning that will present venues for hosting weddings, special events and small conferences as well as sources for servicing such events. A section entitled “Passionate People” will present profiles on some of the many people who make Rappahannock County a unique place to live and to visit. The new Web site was designed and built by Kim Bealle and Jim Offutt of D & K Design in Sperryville, who also designed advertising currently being featured in The Virginia Travel Guide, Smithsonian magazine, Virginia Living and WashingtonPost.com. Copy was written by Laura Overstreet, Rappahannock County’s tourism consultant, who manages the county’s tourism program. Candace Wroth, adminis trative assistant to John McCarthy, also provided data input to the Web site and is an integral member of the tourism team. The rich photography on the Web site was generously contributed by a number of Rappahannock County’s talented photographers. Management of the site is an ongoing joint effort by the tourism team members. The Office of Tourism will host a workshop on June 16 at 1 p.m. and at 6 p.m. in the Town Hall in Washington for countybased tourism and hospitality related businesses and organizations to demonstrate the functionality of the Web site and the process for uploading listings and events. To RSVP for the workshop, contact Candace Wroth at info@VisitRappa Home and land transfers These Rappahannock County home and land transfers were recorded in the Rappahannock County Circuit Court Clerk’s office between May 29 and June 4. To find transfers in other Northern Virginia counties, -1 " ...1 Meetings and Notices • On Thursday, June 11 the Town of Washington's Architectural Review Board (ARB) will meet at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Hall on Gay Street. 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Editorial & Opinion June 11,2009 -ftappafjannocb iietotfEstablished 1877 An Independent Newspaper Published Every Thursday Arthur W. Arundel, Publisher Mary Ann Kuhn, Editor Peter W. Arundel, President Bill Walsh, Executive Editor Jan Clatterbuck, Office Manager/Editorial Assistant To Subscribe Phone (540) 675-3338 BY MAIL: $34.32 a year in Rappahannock County Back Copies: Recent 2 months, 75 cents Older copies to 1960, $5 (as available) Office: 249 Main Street, Washington, Va. Mailing address: P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747-0059 Telephone (540) 675-3338 Fax: (540) 675-3088 e-mail: mkuhn@timespapers.com Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday Member, Audit Bureau of Circulations www.rappnews.com THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 2009 Tough calls No recent story printed in this paper has generated as much feedback as the one about Joe and Sue Claffy, the Flint Hill couple who won the Mega Millions Lottery to the tune of $19 million on May 15. Letter writers and comments to the news staff here have said that including Mr. Claffy’s past was “malicious,” “tacky,” that it was unnecessary and why couldn’t we just leave him alone. Some threatened to cancel their subscriptions. We called Mr. Claffy several times, reaching him only once to be told that he didn’t want to comment. He said he was buying some property and didn’t want the potential seller to find out it was he who was buying it for fear the price would go up. Yes, we were going to ask how his life had changed since that horrible collision seven and a half years ago. We wanted to sit down with him and see how he was coping with his reversal of fortune. Mr. Claffy indicated he would prefer not to talk about it. But for two key factors that led us to print the story as we did, we would agree. First, is winning $19 million. The Claffys very publicly accepted a check from Virginia Lottery officials at the Martin’s Food Market where Mr. Claffy bought the ticket. He could have asked the lottery officials that he remain anonymous as has been done elsewhere. Second, there’s the fact that, whatever sympathies one may have for Mr. Claffy, his actions took the life of another person: a son, a father, a groom to be. * I hey are inextricably linked - the story then and the story today. What one would expect is that Mr. Claffy share his good fortune with the family who lost so much that fateful December night. We were hopeful that’s what he would do, what he would say. Instead, Mr. Claffy refused to talk. Indeed, his public comments suggested that his thoughts were first and foremost of himself and his family and not the family of Troy Foster. Not once in those letters and comments made by upset readers was there mention of the Foster’s loss. Not once was there any mention of concern for the Foster family, his fiancee and how they might feel under the circumstances. ( See today’s letter on this page from the fiancee of Troy Foster and mother of his son.) Indeed, in speaking to members of the Foster family - including Troy’s fiancee at the time - this whole episode has stirred up very painful memories. As Commonwealth Attorney Peter Luke said, we would “hope Claffy would do the right thing and take care of that family” ' Come on in , 'J THE WTEXS FINE jj (Qxe “7 ^ 1 sp1' Letters ‘People forget that there was a victim and his name was Troy’ I was the fiancee of Troy Foster and mother of his son. I want to set a few things straight about the article that was published concerning the Claffys’ winning the lottery (Rappahannock News May 28). It has been seven and a half years since the automobile accident that took Troy’s life and changed our lives forever. A lot of people are led to believe that it was part of a plea agreement that Joe Claffy pay for Troy’s son’s college education. That is not true. It was not part of the plea agreements Joe volunteered the college fund and I refused and the judge ordered it which now I’m glad that he did so that every time a payment is sent Joe is reminded why! People forget that there was a victim and his name was Troy - a great guy, a loving father, son, brother and true friend to those who knew him. Everyone is entitled to their opinion and some feel that Mr. Clafly has served his time for the crime that he committed. I would like for those people to take a few minutes and put themselves in our shoes to understand how it feels to have a loved one taken by someone’s carelessness. I can’t even walk through the store where the Claffys claimed their winnings without being asked what did this man give to my son. My reply is nothing but he took away a lot. I have heard many stories and remarks that this man has taken care of my son. I would like to set the record straight. Since Dec. 21, 2001,1 have taken care of our son by myself. I have watched our son grow into a nice young man. As a mother there is nothing more painful to know than that your child hurts and as a mother there is nothing I can do. It was brought to my attention that someone said I disagreed with the accident being published in the article. That is false. I feel that once you are willing to have your business published then yes your past should also be told. Fm not writing to cause friction I just feel that if things are going to be said, then let it be the TRUTH! Stephanie Boyd Front Royal Family and friends Reader expresses ‘disappointment’ with lottery story I have to tell you that I agree with a number of people who have expressed their disappointmeat, displeasure, and some, their disgust, with the article on Joe and Sue Claffy winning the lottery (Rappahannock News, May 28). Dredging up people’s past errors and putting them on the front page was a huge mistake, in an article that should have been about winning the lottery. It smacked of maliciousness and was uncalled for. Richard Brady Flint Hill Thank you from Waggin’ Hearts Therapy Doas Members of Waggin’ Hearts Therapy Dogs would like to thank everyone who contributed to make its 5th Annual Horse & Dog Lovers Yard Sale a big success. We truly appreciate the donations of items for the sale and those who came out and supported the sale. We hope you found lots of bargains. The funds that we raise go toward printing educational materials that we hand out to the children at the read programs that we do at area schools and libraries. We also give little gifts and photos to the seniors we visit and those in nurs ing homes. We print brochures to hand out introducing our programs. Our group now visits 37 elder care facilities in seven area counties. We visit six schools including Rappahannock County Elementary School and two libraries. Thank you for your support. Sally Petty Sperrwille 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 Down Memory Lane From Back Issues of the Rappahannock News 40 YEARS AGO June 19, 1969 Bliss Ellen Mustoe of Orange, Va., has accepted the position of Social Worker in the Rappahannock County Welfare Office. She was graduated this year from Madison College, Harrisonburg where she majored in pre-social. Miss Mustoe worked for two summers in Appalachia at Inman in Wise county. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Mustoe. Page Moffett, son of Judge and Mi s. William F. Moffett of Washington, Va., is taking a six weeks Mediterranean cruise abroad the aircraft carrier ShangriLa as part of his NROTC Training Program at the University of Virginia. He has already visited Rota, Cadiz and Seville, Spain. At present he is in Athens, Greece and before returning home July 19 he will visit Cannes, France and other Mediterranean ports. More than 80 youngsters turned out Monday afternoon for the water safety program instituted by the Extension Office in Rappahannock. The children were registered and then turned over to instructors Mrs. Ann Hargett and Paul Nichols. Initial effort was directed toward dividing children into groups according to their capabilities in the water. 25 YEARS AGO June 7, 1984 Dr. and Mrs. William I. Kilby of Harrisonburg are the parents of a daughter, Christina Anne, born on Sunday, June 3, 1984 at Rockingham Memorial Hospital in Harrisonburg. Grandparents of the little girl are Mr. and Mrs. I. R. Kilby of Sperryville and Dr. and Mrs. Richard Young of Louisville, Kentucky. Rappahannock County Supervisors reappointed Beverly Massie and Nancy Reeve to four-year school board terms at the supervisors’ meeting on June 4. Massie, who has served on the board 12 years, was pleased by the reappointment, and said she believes that experience lends stability to the board. Reeve will begin her second four-year term. New terms begin July 1. Ann Oliver, a senior at Rappahannock High, received last week an award from the Piedmont Board of Realtors for her essay on Private Property. The award of $50 was given by Piedmont Board vice president Sally Lea. Miss Oliver’s essay now will compete with others in the national competition, the grand prize for which is a $1,000 bond and a trip to the National Board of Realtors’ convention in Hawaii. Miss Oliver is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. Oliver of Woodville. She also was a member of RCHS’s Pop Quiz team. 10 YEARS AGO June 9, 1999 The grape grower from “Little” Washington just couldn’t convince herself to stay out of the race. On Monday, Meredith Gorfein announced she would challenge incumbent Del. Jay Katzen for the 31st District House of Delegates seat which he has held for six years. “I decided I had to do this. Call it a calling,” said Gorfein, who, along with her husband, owns Rush River Vineyard in Rappahannock County. National Relocation and Real Estate Magazine has, for the eleventh year in a row, surveyed and ranked the 300 largest residential firms in North America. The rankings are based upon the number of closed transactions and on the volume of closed sales. Real Estate III was one of the 300 firms recognized for their 1998 results. Your local Real Estate III agents are Rick Kohler, Broken Mitzie Young GRI, and Amy Sloane. Scott Updike, a junior at Virginia Tech, has been awarded a scholarship to pursue his studies in animal and poultry sciences. The son of Randall and Toni Updike of Washington, he has been named a recipient of the $500 A.L. “Ike” Eller Scholarship. 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Invisible ink—it’s drying fast Some weeks ago, I was in Seattle and looked for my preferred local newspaper, the PbstIntelHgencer. It was nowhere to be found; its doors had closed. Shortly thereafter, it was reported that the Boston Globe was discontinuing its printed edition at the instructions of its owner, The New York Times Company. Next came a report that Leesburg Today was bankrupt. I also learned that Denver’s Rocky Mountain News had succumbed. And I noticed that my favorite Newsweek was far thinner than it used to be. What’s going on here? The easy answer is that electronic media — televi The Forum Bruce Smart sion and the Internet — are faster, cheaper and more vivid portrayers of news and editorial, content. They appeal easily to the emotions and can be absorbed without intellectual effort. Take your pick: The “NewsHour” with Jim Lehrer, CNN, Fox News, Rush Limbaugh and a host of opinionated bloggers, the more simplistic and outrageous the better. Some peo pie distribute several emails a day to their “mailing” lists, circulating articles supporting their particular political views with a punch of the “send” key. But can this flood of instant and often unvetted information replace quality print media? I think not. Democracy requires an informed and educated populace if it is to elect officials who will govern through policies and legislation conceived with the public interest in mind. Voters choosing such officials must understand the issues being addressed. Here, the careful collection, analysis and dissemination of fact and opinion — the societal role of newspapers — is essential. But news is costly to gather — think of foreign correspondents in Afghanistan — and papers are expensive to print and bulky to distribute. Though every newspaper has its own set of opinions, articles are subjected to editorial scrutiny and oversight for accuracy and quality; the organization’s reputation is at stake. Once in the reader's hand, a newspaper allows rereading, introspection and debate. “Did you see that piece in The Post yesterday? Interesting; I'll send you a copy.” Newspapers also provide historical value and perspective. In writing a recent column on the Great UVA From Page A1 football great Tiki Barber. Because Virginia strives to have a solid cross section of students from across the state, there is an unspoken limit as to how many hum one region are granted admission. In many years, Rappahannock County has had just two or three prospective graduates gain admission to Virginia. “It’s still a little surreal,” Tupper said. “It looks like we’ll have a little piece of Rapp there.” Having the opportunity to continue their long-time friendships at the same university is something that all four treasure. Tupper and Massie met at age four at the Child Care and Learning Center in Washington. When she presented a biographical Powerpoint to her AP English Language class a week ago, Massie included photographs of the two in class, as well as at her fifth birthday party. She also had a picture of her with Carter when they were classmates in kinder garteii. . “I remember the big bows that Emily used to wear in her hair in kindergarten and first grade,” said Massie, who, like Carter, lives in Amissville. One of Carter’s earliest memories was being with Tupper in second grade at Rappahannock County Elementary School. There were regular movie days and that meant special snacks. “We used to take Party Mix and flip it in the air and try to catch it in our mouths,” she said, laughing. While in fourth grade, Carter, Hathaway and Massie were classroom pen pals who gave each other special nicknames — Fair, Queen and Monkey Girl, respectively. In fifth grade, they had reading together. “We made these^ little books in reading class,” Hathaway said “But didn’t do much else,” Tupper chimed in. But some things do not change, including their descriptions of each other. Carter called Tupper “very passionate about everything he does.” Tupper said Hathaway is still “fun loving” after all these years. Hathaway felt that the best word to describe Carter was “determined —which is something that I really envy.” She admired Massie for her drive. “She knows what her goals are, and she wants to reach them,” Hathaway aaaea. Their friendship extended beyond the classroom, too. Massie remembers playing on the same youth soccer team with Hathaway, who lives in Sperryville. Carter and Massie were in the same Girl Scout troop for years. About a year ago, the two worked together on their Gold project, the highest award given to a Girl Scout. They dedicated more than 100 service hours to build an outdoor learning area at Rappahannock County Elementary School. “Even after all these years, I love learning something new about them every day,” Carter said. Natalie Hathaway, Emma's mother, taught all four social studies when they were seventh graders. Their admissions to Virginia did not shock her. “Every four or five years, you get a class that is very competitive, and these kids challenged each other every day. They competed with each other” Mrs. Hathaway said. “But they could acknowledge and appreciate each other’s accomplishments.” All four students are in Rappahannock County’s Class of 2009 Top 10. Hathaway learned Wednesday morning that she is the class salutatorian. Attending Virginia has been a topic that all four admitted came up in conversations throughout the years. “I went there for the first time as soon as I could take my first steps,” Hathaway said. Virginia runs in Hathaway’s family. Her uncle, Jimmy Swindler, mother and sister, Sarah, are all graduates. But on March 26, the day that Virginia announced its decisions online, not one of the four was certain he or she would gain admission. More than 20,000 students applied for the 3,100 freshman spots. The middle 50 percent of first-year students’ average SAT for the critical reading and mathematics is 12201440. Most have grade-point averages around the 4.0 mark. Mrs. Hathaway remembers how she learned that her daughter would be going to Charlottesville. < “I was building a fire in the wood stove, and Emma was at the computer” she said. “And she was just sitting there, smiling.” Immediately, Mrs. Hathaway thought Emma had received a funny e-mail or an invitation to a party. “I said, ‘Emma, what’s going on?’ She tells me everything, where she’s going and who she’s with,” Mrs. Hathaway recalled. “And she just looked at me, and said, “Mom, I’m going to Charlottesville next year.’ And we started screaming and jumping up and down.” Hathaway called Tupper, who was visiting a friend when he learned that he got into Virginia. Carter and Massie were in their respective homes. “I didn’t want to be disappointed, so I didn’t get my hopes up,” Hathaway said. “It still feels too good to be true.” Ironically, admission to Virginia did not mean that all four immediately returned their cards saying that they would attend this fall. 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Chappell From Page A1 other than having more time to pursue other interests in addition to more time with family. Asked about the recent ranking of RCHS in the top 500 high schools in the nation in Newsweek magazine by columnist Jay Matthews, Chappell was quick to respond: “I want to make it clear that I don’t take any credit for this.” “It takes a community to raise a school, and I think that’s what’s happened here,” he continued. Chappell gave credit to teachers - including the elementary school teachers who lay the foundation for later success - parents and the wider community in Rappahannock. There are nearly 18,000 high schools nationwide according to the National Center for Education Statistics, and a ranking within the top 500 (RCHS was 488) puts Rappahannock in the top three percent of schools in the nation. Chappell began his career in education in 1966 in Buckingham County, Va. After serving as assistant principal of Madison County High School - where he and his wife Kathy raised their two boys, Andrew and Christopher, now grown - Chappell served as principal of Rappahannock County High School from 1982 to 1987, and then served as assistant superintendent for COMPUTER HICCUPS? NETWORK ERRORS? CRASHES? NEED HELP?? mm | CALL TODAY TO LET US DIAGNOSE AND FIX THE PROBLEM. &..*.. :: 24 HR. Emergency Support:: PC Maintenance:: Mthly Reporting te Network/Monitoring Alerts :: Spyware Scans/Removal:: Remote Support :: Hardware Upgrades/Replacements wmmmm- mmmm DRH Technology Services §s Your Computer and Network Solutions Provider ' 800-308-1065 " 540-219-5710 DRHTECHNOLOGY.COM:: SALES@DRHTECHNOLOGY.COM county schools from 1987 to 1994. After several years in administration in other July 4 From Page A1 “We will have food, games, bands, jugglers, public safety displays, antique tractors and cars, also areas for civic groups and non-profit groups to set up displays,” said Burke. “We will be setting off a display of aerial fireworks that cost over $8,000.” The committee is signing up food-vendors, offering vendor spots first to local non-profit groups. Gates will open at 1 p.m. Tickets for the cash-prize raffle are being sold in advance at $1 each through the Sperryville VFD. Ticket purchasers need not be present to win in the drawings, which will be held about 6 p.m. that day. The top ticket sellers will be crowned Mr. or school districts, Chappell became superintendent of county schools in 2003 and has served since. Miss 4th of July. Financial support for the celebration has come from a number of underwriters including: Harris Hollow Foods LC, B&B Signal Co. (Julian and Paul Brown), Grove Foundation, Rappahannock National Bank, Greg Williams Tree and Landscaping Service, Beverly and John Sullivan and one anonymous donor. For the latest up-to-date information please check the SVFD Web site, www.sperryvillefire.com. For general information or for vendor spots, call Richie Burke, 540987-8570, or e-mail to rvburke@sperryvillefire.com. For information on Corporate Sponsor Tickets which allow premiere spots/tents/ parking located in the infield, contact Gary Settle, 540-2291224, or e-mail to gtsettle@ hotmail.com. HUGE SUMMER CLEARANCE SALE WITH DISCOUNTS UP TO... 75 Q/ OfFON 'O STORE THIS WEEK ONLY 6 9 ENTIRE ■6.14 GRADUATION DRESSES PAGEANT DRESSES OMECOMtNG PROM COGCTA1 FORMAL YHXXNQGOWNS MOM’S DRESSES SWNX RIOESMAIDS TUXEDOS JEWELRY & MORE 251 W LEE HWY WARRENTON, VA 540 3475126 FORMAIAFFAIR US Fathers Day...'/ '• June 21.2009 l *45 PER PERSON ■ » plus Tax and 20% Gratuity See our Website fir Complete Menu Seatingfrom 12~4pm Make Dadfiel really special and }} treat him to a day in Paris. v The Ashby bm has a fantastic ;'r ■ day plannedfor Fathers Day. v It will be afun filled day of f BBQ, Badmitton, Croquet or ■ just a nice time in the gardens. Call for reservation. Now Open for Lunch ; Tues-Sat. 12-2:30 Sun. Brunch 12-2:30 'U:- " Dinner i ; Tues-Sat. 5-9:30 , Sun. 5-8:00 * , - ■;' X Www.ashbyiim.com QUALITY • VALUE • LOYALTY BUSINESS FOR MORE THAN 28 YEARS. ?' t Paul Henry if. NEW FINANCING! BUY NOW... NO PAYMENTS UNTIL 2010! SAVE 30% FREE MONEY! TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE GOVERNMENT’S $1500 TAX CREDIT. CALL TODAY TO ASK US HOW ON YOUR ENERGY BILLS!!! (REGENCY WINDOWS ONLY) WINDOWS, SIDING, ROOFING, GUTTERS, DOORS & DECKS ffTT-TITHn PARTNfR VISIT OUR NEWLY DESIGNED SHOWROOM 102 DUKE STREET CULPEPER, VA MONDAY FRIDAY 7 30A M -4 00PM OR BY APPT (540) 829-4890 • (540) 439-9788

Countryside Section B Classifieds/B7-8 June 11, 2009 www.rappnews.com Wakefield students cross bridge to a bigger world By Amanda Stultz Special to the Rappahannock News Wakefield Country Day School students took their first step over the bridge to bigger horizons. In the past three weeks, students from kindergarten, seventh grade and the high school graduated. On a beautiful Sunday evening, May 30, in the Wakefield Senior Garden, the Wakefield Country Day School Commencement ceremony was held. Head of School Kathleen Grove individually introduced each of the 17 seniors of the 2009 graduating class. Two members of the graduating class, Kristina Stone and Neil McClung, have been at Wakefield since kindergarten. Senior Saheel Mehta, who has been attending Wakefield since the third grade, gave the Salutatory Address to a full audience. “No doubt we’ve made a lasting impact on Wakefield history,” said Mehta. “Our class has made its presence felt over the years. We leave a mark of uniqueness within our work.” Jim Gannon, retired journalist and Rappahannock County resident, was the guest speaker of the evening and offered his advice to the graduating class. “Things change and the world you know today will not be the world of your maturity,” said Gannon. “Don’t prepare for a world you know, but prepare to adapt to a world you can hardly imagine.” After the presentation of diplomas, Audrey Speer gave the Valedictory Address and reflected on life after graduation. “Anywhere I go, I know' I can always come back to Wakefield and feel at home,” Speer said. On Friday, May 20 the kindergarten class graduat < Photos by Marcy Lauben GRADUATION: Wakefield Country Day School’s class of 2009 graduated in a garden ceremony May 31. The 17-member class has 100 percent college acceptance and was offered more than $500,000 in total scholarship and grant money. Left, front row: Sebastian Langenberg-Manson, James Hennessy, Jesse Marsh, Mew Yindeedej, Julia Bancroft, Elida Opitz, Katherine Von Fange, Neil McClung, Kenneth Rizer, Sean O'Connor; Middle row: Kristina Stone, Audrey Speer, Rachael Carrier; Back row: SeongMuk Jeong, Russell Leskovec, Timm Bever and Saheel Mehta. ed in the school auditorium. Each student recited a poem from memory before receiving their diplomas and reading awards. Wakefield Country Day School congratulated 10 exceptional students, the graduating class of 2014, during the annual Lower School Award and Promotion Ceremony on May 29. To the tune of Pomp and Circumstance, the seventh grade students proceeded into the auditorium, followed by an invocation delivered by the Rev. Paul L. Dudzinksi of St. Peter’s Catholic Church of Washington. After the National Anthem was sung by audience members, 66 Anywhere I go I know I can always come back to Wakefield... — Audrey Speer, Valedictorian, Class of 2009 Kathleen Grove, Head of School, welcomed parents, friends and family to celebrate in the accomplishments of the lower school during the 2008-2009 school year. “We adults continue to admire the hard work our students demonstrate,” said Grove. Seventh grade student Sam Nolan then took the podium and thanked the teachers on behalf of his entire class. “We appreciate the effort you have put into us and the sanity you lost to make us proper human beings,” said Nolan. Numerous awards were then presented to both primary and grammar school students. The evening concluded with a ringing of the bell, marking the official start of summer vacation. SEVENTH GRADE: The class of 2014 was promoted from Wakefield's seventh grade to the upper school during a graduation ceremony May 29. Each student was acknowledged individually by Head of School Kathleen Grove for their strengths, character and commitment to Wakefield before receiving their diplomas. KINDERGARTEN: Wakefield Country Day School's kindergarten class graduated May 20 in the school auditorium. Each student recited a poem from memory before receiving their diplomas and reading awards. JACKPOT: RCHS senior A. J. Collins, left, receives the Robert C. Byrd Scholarship presented by Jason Goghenhour, school guidance counselor, which provides $6,000 over four years. Collins received three other scholarships including a full scholarship worth over $100,000 from the University of Alabama. Photos by Ray Boc JOURNALIST TO BE: RCHS senior Caroline Massie receives the James J. Kilpatrick Writing Prize from Sharon Kilpatrick. PASSION AWARD: Taylor Light, left, receives the Emily Hilscher Passion Award from Erica, Beth and Eric Hilscher. RCHS seniors receive scholarships at award ceremony More scholarships, more money awarded than ever before By Toni Eggek Special to the Rappahannock News Rappahannock County High School senior A. J. Collins was presented with the most prestigious and generous scholarship of 2009 during the Senior Scholarship Award Ceremony on May 22. Collins, this year’s valedictorian, received the University of Alabama’s Merit Scholarship, worth more than $100,000 over four years. Senior Caroline Massie left the afternoon with the most scholarships - nine in all - for a total of more than $7,500 towards her education at the University of Virginia. There were other multiple scholarship winners, including Hannah Rosenbaum, Kimberly Sealock, Amanda Smoot, Tait Hermansen, A.J. Collins, Emily Carter, Michelle Fewell, Dean Hogan, William Southard and Joseph Wenk In all, 41 students stepped for ward to receive 72 scholarships amounting to over $150,000. More scholarships and more money were awarded than ever before, remarkable evidence, in this See SCHOLARSHIPS. Page B3 Photo courtesy Rick and Kay Kohler SOLAR CARS: Children of all ages enjoy the MIT solar charged cars which competed in the 1990 Tour de Sol and are at the EXPO Saturday. June 20. Energy bicycles .. .solar-charged cars ... all at the alternative energy, electric vehicle Expo By Rick and Kaye Kohler Special to the Rappahannock News The 4th Annual Piedmont Alternative Energy & Electric Vehicle EXPO is a professional as well as family oriented EXPO. Exhibitors again showcase working models of alternative, green and ener gy saving systems for homes and commercial buildings. Other highlights include electric vehicles’ experts and the fubulous Fauquier Recycling Center. Children from 5 to 105 will enjoy the Energy Bicycle, a stationary bike requiring varying amounts of effort to power various lights » and appliances. Families will be further delighted bv the Piedmont Railroaders’ model trains, and the Electric Vehicle Association model race cars and MIT solar charged car which competed in the 1990 Tour de Sol. The Piedmont Environmental Council, John Marshall Soil & Water, Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection and other conservation groups will be represented. Learn from experts on living green, eating local and protecting our environ ment. Enjoy locally produced, environmentally conscious, Mount Vernon Farm hamburgers and hot dogs served by the Rappa hannock Lions Club. Cowsn-Corn cheeses, local chutneys and Cold Creamery ice See EXPO, Page B3

The Rapp Happenings section lists events sponsored by nod-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.co m. 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. Tuesday, June 16 • Meeting of the Rappahannock County Conservation Alliance (RCCA), The Link, Sperryville. 5:30-7 p.m., RCCA holds its monthly Board of Directors' meeting on the third Tuesday of each month. For more information. call the RCCA office at 540-987-9118. • Tourism Workshop: "Listing Your Event or Business on VisitRappahan nockVA.com.'’ The Rappahannock Office of Tourism invites all countybased tourism and hospitality related businesses and organizations to one of two workshops at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m., at the Town Hall in Washington. Members of the tourism team will demonstrate the functionality of the county’s new tourism Web site and explain the process for listing an event or business on the site. The public is also welcome to this informative session. To RSVP, contact Candace Wroth at info@VisitRappa hannockVA.com or call the Rappahannock Office of Tourism at 540-675-5330. Saturday, June 20 • Expo - 4th Annual Piedmont Alternative Energy and Electric Vehicle EXPO from 9:30 a m. - 4:30 p.m., at the Brumfield Elementary School behind the WalMart in Warrenton. As the EXPO grows each year, RLEP is committed to bringing the best experts to those who care about renewable energy, conservation, and energy efficiency. Families will enjoy the model trains, solar car kits, the Energy Cycle, the draft horses, and more. Join us for this fun and educational event to learn to live better and reduce your impact on the environment. See www.rlep.org or call 540-675-1373 for details. • Summer Solstice Farm Dinner by Gourmet Rappahannock Food & Wine Consortium,at historic Mount Vernon Farm, Sperryville, 5:30 p.m. Featuring a menu of farm fresh products from Rappahannock County prepared by award-winning Chef Cathal Armstrong of Alexandria’s Restaurant Eve. The dinner is being hosted in partnership with The Piedmont Environmental Council, Flavor mag Arc fathers* as tough as* they seem? Maybe not... Yes, most fathers seem brave and strong, but they may not always fed that way. Sometimes fathers are grouchy* or urtOsualh talkative, or strangely quiet..,sometimes they just aren’t themselves. How can we let our father know he’s special, no matter what? We can tdl him we love him; that he is the best father in the world. Most importantly, ■eraind him thal his Heavenly Father loves him unceasingly and spend time together at your house of worship each week. Finally, give him a big hug. Fathers need loving, too. 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Va 22747 54<M»75-10M> PxcclJent Food at Affordable Prices David Huff Owner H.nirs Mon Sat H to S p m Sunda\ a das ot nrst 'To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven " ■Ecclesiastes 3:1 Loving Ams Assisted Living Shelly Cook-Knighting, RN Admuiistrator/Ovner 1(3 Let Burke Rd.. Front RovaL VA 22(30 Phone: {54(i (35-7(23 Fan>«0) 622-2905 W.C* ThompsonFuneral Home 503-7 North Main Si.. Culpeper. Virginia 540-825-6700 John*Hamilton Li^itning Rod Systems 703-335-9501 • 540-439-6350 w>*h hamilumlighminfirodsystems.ctmi QO Licensed A Insured — ^ APPLETOW CAMPBELL -MLftKMBWC • HEATWG • ARCONDmONWC Serving Our Community SINCE 1976 (540) 347-0765 appletoncampbell.com azine, the Rappahannock County Office of Tourism and the Rappahannock Non Profit Center to benefit the Rappahannock Farmland Preservation Program. Tickets are $180 per person and may be purchased online at www.Gourmet Rappahannock.com. Guests will enjoy an incomparable view from white-clothed dinner tables that will stand atop a knoll facing the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains in the distance. For more information, call 540-987-8682, extension 2, or email info@gourmetrhppahannock.com Wednesday, June 24-27 • Annual carnival sponsored by the Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company. Saturday, June 27 • Music festival features Black Sheep (reggae) and other groups, 12 noon to 9 p.m., 892 Woodward Road, Sperryville. Benefits Pleasant View Acres; Sperryville Rescue Squad and Belle Meade School Orchestra, which opens the festival. Belle Meade will be the first school program to be a recipient of the proceeds. Anyone interested in helping with preparations can come every Sunday leading up to the festival from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Contact Dontez Harris, 540987-8092. Monday, June 29-July 3 • Summer Soccer Camp, ages 6-12, to meet at RCES the week of June 29-July 3, 9 a.m. -12 noon, Area Churches Shiloh Baptist Pastor: Rev. Michael Tinsley Sr. ^ Services 1 st & 3rd Sunday , F! Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 am Worship service 11 a.m. F. T. Baptist Pastor: Dan Yowell Sunday: Sunday School 10 am 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 am Church School: First and third Sundays 9:45 a.m. Bible Study: Wednesday 7-8 p.m. April through August ' n- .Wo&t St. Pater’s Catholic Parish Pastor: Fr. Robert J. DeMartino Masses: Saturday Vigil, 5:30 p.m. Sunday, 8:30 and 10 a.m. ! $ Holy Days of Obligation call 675-3432 Weekdays Tuesday-Saturday, 8:30 a.m. Confessions: 4:30-5 pm, Saturday, after masses Forest Grove Baptist i.. Pastor: Marfc DeAngelis Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Contemporary service the last Sunday of each month 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) Willi* Chapel UMC - Sunday Worship at 9:55 a.m., Sunday School at 8:45 a.m., Bible Study on Wednesday at 6:30 p m. ...• Sperryville UMC - Sunday Worship 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 a.m. 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. hi*.: , «... ; Jf h ,K Chester Gap Baptist * Pastor: Rev. David Johnson .fM f Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. ■ f Sunday Worship 11 a.m, W . Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wednesday: Bible Study ? - Massanova Pentecostal Pastor: Rev. L. D. Savage ! Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. 1 Youth 5:45 p.m. Evening Worship 7 p.m.’ Tuesday: Worship 7 p.m. Hopewell Baptist Church Pastor-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: Prase/Worship service 10:30 a.m. Wednesday: Praise/Worship, Prayer, Bible Study 7:30 p m. Saturday: Youth Alive Group 7 p.m. Services at Viewtown General Store Flint HHI 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. &;■> *-**m&mi.. ,* -V 'Sir • •. __ it ‘ . •' ' for soccer training. All skill levels welcome. Cost is $70/participant. Find registration forms at RCES, Rappahannock Library, Washington Kiosk, or www. Rappahannock Athletics.org. Call for questions: 540-675-3470. • Advanced soccer training for upper-level soccer players-Junior Panther, Junior Varsity, Varsity levelsduring the week of June 29July 3, 4 - 6 p.m., at RCES back soccer field. Cost is $ 50/participant. Registration forms available at RCES, RCHS, Rappahannock Library, Washington Kiosk, or www.Rappahannock Athletics.org. for questions: 540-675-3470. Wednesday, July 1 • Blood drive, Washington Fire Hall, 3-7 p.m. Anyone 16 and older (16 with parental permission) and weighing at least 110 pounds can come and try to donate blood. An individual can donate every 56 days. For more information ■-"•call Marred 540- 675*3638. Monday, July 13-17 • Premier Soccer Camp, July 13-July 17, at Wakefield Country Day School, Huntly, from 9 a.m., to 12 noon each day for ages 11-16. Cost is $ 80/participant. Bring soccer gear, snack, and tenacity to learn. Registration forms found at RCES, RCHS, Rappahannock Library. Washington Kiosk, or by request: ladkins@embarqmail.com. Call for questions: 540-675-3470. Sunday, Aug. 2 • Overnight camp sponsored by the CulpeperShenandoah-Rappahannock 4-H from Aug. 2 - 6 for children 9-13 years old at the 4H 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 540-675-3619. Thursday, Aug. 13 • Applications for its 2009 class training of the Old Rag Master Naturalists, a chapter of the Virginia Master Naturalist (VMN), at the Extension office in Madison County on Thursdays, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The goal of the VMN Program is to produce a corps of citizen volunteers to help further understanding of our natural environment. The cost of the training is $125, with additional fees of up to $25. Class size is limited to 20, and the application deadline is June 30. For additional information, or to receive an application, call Jack Price at 540-987-9166, send e-mail to contact@ oldragmasternaturalists.org, visit the chapter's Web site at www.oldragmasternaturalists.org, or write to Old Rag Master Naturalists, General Delivery, Syria, VA 22743. Seeking contestants • Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company is seeking contestants for its annual carnival June 24-27. 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. • 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. Deadline for applying is June 4. 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 Aug. 5-8. 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, contact Bruce Williams at 540-6354673 or Bill Jarrett at 540675-1000 or call the Flint Hill Volunteer Fire Department at 540-675-3286 and leave a message. Religious Notes Thornton’s Gap Regular Baptist Church, Sperryville, will have its Vacation Bible School June 22-26, at 6:30 p.m.. Everyone is welcome. For information call 540-9878165. The Wayland Blue Ridge Baptist Association, Inc. .Women’s Auxiliary will hold its 71st Annual Session on Wednesday, June 17 at the Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Alanthus, Va. (Mt. Zion Church Road near Brandy Station, Culpeper County). Registration begins at 8:30 a.m., and the morning session begins at 9:30 a.m. The guest preacher for the Missionary Message is Evangelist Barbara Robinson, Gainesville, Va. For more information or directions to the church, phone 540-399-9815 or email nb_roberts@ msn.com. Hopewell Baptist Church, Sperryville, will have its Friends and Family Day on Saturday, June 27, starting at 12 noon. Brinfc a home-baked good of your choice and and join in an oldfashioned cake walk. There will be activities for all ages; some for prizes, some for fun. There will be grab items of clothes and hpusehold items, along > with grab tables of theme items. The public is invited. For more information call 540-9879105

Scholarships From Page Bl tough economic year, of the philanthropic vigor of Rappahannock County. These scholarships — exclusive of Alabama’s — are awarded by local individuals and charities for the post secondary education of Rappahannock high school students. They cover far more than tuition at four-year institutions. v ,, RPM Memorial Scholarship and an Uncle Kellys Clean Slate Scholarship will help Joseph Wenk achieve his dream of attending the Motorcycle Mechanics Institute in Phoenix, Ariz. Passion Awards donated by the Hilscher family in memory of their daughter Emily, are given to those students who in the eyes of their teachers share Emily’s passion for life. This year, Hannah Rosenbaum received a Passion Award to travel to California to visit two schools, The University of Santa Cruz and Whittier College, to decide which of the two to attend. Jessica Boute and Morgan Cloud will be attending the baking and pastry workshop at Johnson and Wales with their awards. Carly Day will be trying out the Naval Academy during a summer program on the possible path to becoming a midshipman, and Taylor Light will be celebrating her passion for music on a band trip to Europe. Other scholarships, including the Lord Fairfax Community College scholarships, Next Step Dream Awards, RPM scholarships and Elizabeth Biggs Memorial scholarships will go a long way to help students pay for their first year of community college. A.J. Collins and Caroline Massie are two students who helped make the class of 2009 the most successful ever in terms of admissioh to competitive fouryear institutions. A.J. is one of 8,200 students in the U.S. to be recognized as a National Merit Scholar. His scholarship from Alabama will cover tuition, room and board, a $2,000 stipend for study abroad or summer research, and a new laptop. Caroline Massie will pursue her dreams for a career in journalism at the University of Virginia, with the support of a James J. Kilpatrick writing prize among others. For those students still struggling to put their finances together for post-secondary opportunities, it’s worth noting that Headwaters and Next Step hold “Last Dollar” scholarships in reserve for late summer emergencies. Please contact Headwaters for more information. Expo From Page B1 creams. A nominal admission of $5 per adult is charged. Children and students are free. Thinking of building or converting with solar, geothermal or wind? Meet professional installers with working models. Interested in energy efficient and green building? Examples of windows, insulations, HVAC and building materials will be on display. Questions about electric vehicles? The Washington, D.C. Electric Vehicle Association, a nonprofit association of hobbyists, educators and enthusiasts, will showcase numerous vehicles including a gas truck converted to eiectnc. Concerned about land conservation, dependence on fossil fuels or climate change? Many experts will be available. A sampling of individuals, companies and institutions exemplifying the high quality of nearly 50 exhibitors include: Solar Connexion: Bryan Walsh is an NABCEP certified photovoltaic contractor. He is conversant with all aspects of solar power, collectors, hot water and inverters. AECP: Billy Weitzenfeld heads an energy education and advocacy organization involved in many projects related to the provision of energy education to the public. AECP is developing a sustainable living education center. Light Speed Power: Inspiring. Tfmigfits by Randy Minter FOCUSING ON THE HERE AND NOW Earlier in human history, the seemingly transient nature of death led most people to focus their fears on their fate after death. More recently, scientific knowledge and technical advances have shifted attention to the process of dying itself. We live in an age when life can be prolonged and death forestalled, leaving us to contemplate where and how we will die. Contemporary fears of dying often involve the anxieties of dying in institutional settings or dying without our full faculties. This has brought us to exerting as much control over the dying process as we do over the process of living. We are more likely to dictate the circumstances surrounding our end care and prearrange our funerals than previous generations. MOSER FUNERAL HOME is pleased to provide you with interesting and informative topics such as this. When it comes to making arrangements to commemorate the deceased, no detail is too large or too small for us to handle. We are here for you 24 hours a day, at (540) 347-3431. You are invited to tour our conveniently located facility at 233 Broadview Ave.. Warrenton. Ask us about pre-netd options. “Our life dreams the Utopia. Our death achieves the Ideal. " -Victor Hugo Physicist Charles Bigelow demonstrates the portability of the UNI-PAC 30 photovoltaic charger by UNISOLAR. The UNI-PAC provides field communications power and battery maintenance for military units, climbers, photographers and others. The Piedmont Alternative Energy and Electric Vehicle EXPO is produced by Money and Energy Saving Alternatives (ME$A), an initiative of the Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection, At a Glance • What: 4th Annual Piedmont Alternative Energy & Electric Vehicle EXPO • When: Saturday, June 20, 9:30 a.m.4:30 p.m. • Where: Brumfield Elementary School, 550 Alwington Blvd., Warrenton (behind WalMart and Home Depot off Business 17 and 29). a 501(c)3 non-profit. More Information? Go to www.RLEP.org and click on 2009 Alt Energy EXPO or call Kaye & Rick Kohlei 540-675-1373. Jr^fe-VWt 49 artists in their working studios, enjoy art, see the sights and have a great time! CherpyQodard.com Country Properti * SOLD 559 ViKWTowN Road Amissvii.lk Tnsh Bartholomew and Roy Wheeler Realty Co. are pleased to announce the sale ol this special Rappahannock retreat It has an open floor plan with iSHjrmct kitchen and a spacious great room with elevated stone fireplace and soaring ceilings. Lee Highway, Sperryyuue This Arts and Crafts style home just west of Sperryville is ideal for an antique suite, restaurant or professional office The 4 bdr, 2hth. home has been completely remodeled and features hardwood floors, gourmet kitchen and large deck over the Thornton River $449,000 Farm on Bkav kkdam Ckkkk, Spkkkyn iij>: Ftafcct for a smal horse farm, callk tperation or v ineyaixl, this 27 acre property has fantastic views, several streams and a dramatic elevated building site The land is about 1 !2 lush open pasture and the balance is a forest of evergreens and dogwoods $395,01)0 RAPPAHANNOCK RENTALS Mitchell Mt. Highlands Etlan This high and wild tract of 206 acres encompasses much of the brood summit of Mitchell's Mountain at elevahems up to 1.500 feet This property has great views, a rugged beauty and it is about as private as cm- can pet in this part of the country $1,400,000 . Rock Mills Road, Castllton A magical refuge from at> hfc 7 acres with frontage on the Covington River and a heaiiifulls mini tune above the river Wonderful open floor plan, screened porch, two private bedroom wings with guest spnoe in the finished bswonent l ulls furnished Sl.JUVmo plus uhbtkis. Our people make the difference. With over VO yean o) experience, our knowledgeable staff can help you choose the program for \vur needs ♦Farm Credit Country Mortgagesif' 540-347-3344 j 800-559-1016 ext 8 www.larrn(.reditOfVirgmias.com Suwtn Heyl 10&O1&0CT * *er*>**-am m Manny SchaM ^t^omew & Obituaries Witold Kuncewicz 1922-2009 Witold Kuncewicz, a World War II veteran of the Polish Navy under the Allied Operational command and, as he described himself, a committed, proud U.S. citizen since soon after the war, resident of Flint Hill, Virginia since 1959, died May 31, 2009. He deserted his beloved wife Dorothy, son Alexander and long time-devoted friend Jo Pat, as well as his cousins and numerous dedicated friends in Poland. He was bom in 1922 in Warsaw, Poland, into a traditionally patriotic family: his mother Maria Kuncewicz was an outstanding Polish writer, founder of the International PEN Club for Writers in Exile and professor of the American universities; his father, Jerzy Kuncewicz, was a lawyer, politician and publicist. Witold had been educated at the Mikolaj Rey School in Warsaw, then at the high school in Rydzyna, an elitist establishment assembling the best youth in the country. After Germans invaded Poland in September 1939 he left for France where he received his “baccalaureate” in May 1940 from the Lycee Cyprian Norwid in Paris. During WWII he was an officer of the submarine service for the Polish Navy under British operational command. He took part in action in the North Sea, the Atlantic, and convoys to Murmansk, Archangelsk, and the Arctic Sea. He served in submarines “Wilk”, “Sokol” and “Jastrzab” and the destroyer “Garland”. He was decorated twice with the Cross of Valor, several British medals, Polish Naval Medal and the Russian Medal of Defenders of Freedom for his service in convoy work to Murmansk and from Archangelsk in 1942. In 1952 he moved to the U.S.A., where he first became a builder and concrete contractor in New York State. After buying a country property in Virginia, called the Old Kennels, he concentrated with much success on farming, hydroponic growing of vegetables as well as his horses. Starting at Ross Industries, Inc. in Virginia 1979, he became its President and managed it till 1990. Fulfilling his mother’s wish, Witold established in 1990 the Kuncewicz Foundation based in his parents’ villa in a picturesque little town Kazimierz Dolny in Poland. Under its director Mr. Edward Balawejder and thanks to the work of many volunteers it became a vivid cultural center visited by many people from Poland and abroad. Since 2005 the house was turned into the Museum of Maria and Jerzy Kuncewicz and is directed by Mrs. Wanda Konopinska-Michalak who has been organizing various cul-' tural events thus fulfilling the family’s wishes. Witold did many things in life. He was a seaman, a heroic member of crews of fighting submarines, a deep-sea fisher man, Merchant Navy ofiicer, and owner ot a tannery, quarries, a construction company, and road building machinery. His main Equestrian interests were with Fox Hunting and Steeplechase Racing. In Virginia he hunted with The Rappahannock, Old Dominion and Warrenton Hunts. He took a very active part in the Point to Point and Steeplechase Racing and was Chairman for several years of the Rappahannock Point to Point Races, which were at the time held at Thornton Hill Farm. In the 196Q’s and early 1970’s he raced his own mare “In The Know” and did very well with her. giving him much pleasure as he trained her on his farm, the Old Kennels in Rappahannock County. He enjoyed helping the young riders. Several of the top steeplechase nders won their first races riding horses, which belonged to and were trained by Mr. Kuncewicz. He had several of his own homebred horses, which went on to, become successful Steeplechasers, Hunters and Event Horses. During the Bush administration, Witold played a role in the negotiations, which led to the lifting of “sanctions" against Poland, and he was decorated with the Gold order of Merit of Poland. Witold Kuncewicz was a talented author of brilliant but not completed reminiscences, which he began to write towards the end of his life, but unfortunately he hadn’t been given the chance to continue. Long-time friend Joan Hopewell remembers that Kuncewicz was a fixture on Virginia's racing and hunting circuits. "(Kuncewicz's) life in Virginia was very concerned with the local hunts that he supported and took a very prominent part in the point-to-pomt and steeplechase races, training his own mare In The Know, giving him much pleasure as she was trained on his farm with the aid of Jo Pat Murphy, who has helped him for many years. His wife Dorothy was always very enthusiastic (and) loved to foxhunt. "He imported some horses from (his native) Poland that he hunted,” Hopewell said. "He always enjoyed helping the young steeplechase riders, having the well known Major Michael Antonawicz give steeplechase clinics on his farm. He had a full life. He was fun to be around as he always had a new scheme up his sleeve." A memorial service will be at 2:00 PM, Saturday, June 13, 2009 on the Old Kennels Farm, Flint Hill, Virginia. Online condolences at www.moserfuneralhome.com.

Orlean Store Reopens After Hiatus By Betsy Burke Parker Special to the Rappahannock News If walls could talk, the ones at the Orlean Store would have a short but heartfelt greeting for its Rappahannock and Fauquier clientele. Welcome back. Months after it was shuttered last year, the 150-yearold country market on Leeds Manor Road reopened to a clientele hungry for more than homemade sandwiches cm June 1. The shop has long served as a local gathering place and deli, a one-stop shop for refueling of every sort. Owners Brenda and Peter MacMurray and business partner Roland Word have recreated the historic country market in a modem century, adding green touches such as recycled and biodegradable products and making wide use of local farm products and bakery items. “Go Green in Orlean” is Peter MacMurray’s motto. “We know how important a market like this is to residents,” he said, noting that while staying true to the country store model, the new Orlean Store will add a modem flair. The Orlean Store started in 1850 as Rector’s Store in the rural farming village. milled grains and carried national and county newspapers while serving up homemade sandwiches and local gossip in equal measure. With the towns of Warrenton and Marshall 10 miles distant to the north and east, and Front Royal and Culpeper even farther to the west and south, Orleans market then, as now, stood alone as a one-stop shop for household groceries, homecooked meals and all the local news — both in print and word-of-mouth from neighbors and travelers alike. Rector’s Store was in place when Gen. Robert E. Rector’s Lee marched this direction on his way to the pivotal Valley Campaign during the Civil War, though it is lost to history if his unit stopped in for sandwiches. * The MacMurrays and partner Word want to keep the local flavor. The shop was operated more recently as the Orlean Market, later adding the Orlean Restaurant. It then became Kathy’s Place but closed last year. Local residents were delighted with the re-opening. Tve been watching it,” said Hume’s Ed Weaver, a local farmer who used to frequent the market, and who plans to patronize the store. “They needed to reopen. We need something like this around here.” “We wanted to capitalize on our expertise to benefit the local community,” Peter MacMurray said. As far as business com mutes go, the MacMurray’s could be the best ever, he and Brenda live 100 yards from the store. “We’re part of this community,” MacMurray added. “We wanted to bring back the old country store in a modem way.” Everything in the new Orlean Store is “green,” he said, from green paper products to recyclable plastics and glass. There is a recycling waste bin in the parking lot so customers can help reduce waste. Word will be on the line, cooking breakfast and lunch, and in the future offering carry-out or eat-in dinners. Supporting local producers is important to the success of the venture, Word said. He pointed to a bank of shelves lined with jars of local honey, homemade jams and jellies, locally roasted coffee. Neighbors deliver homebaked breads and pies, and many of the deli items have a local flavor. Word has been in the food and beverage business for more than 15 years, working from Cape Hatteras to California. Most recently he worked at Poplar Springs in Casanova. The MacMurrays have more than 30 years of business experience. Peter MacMurray created PC Flowers, com, the first E-commerce Web site in the country, he said, based out of The Plains to handle floral delivery nationwide. Brenda MacMurray helped operate the Fairview Grocery, similar to the Orlean Store, in Manassas. The MacMurrays have fully refurbished the historic store, refinishing heart-pine floors, bringing in antique cupboards and shelving for grocery stock, and having custom-made specialty pieces crafted by local artisans. 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Together, the MacMurrays and Word have had fun creating a line of “signature” sandwiches and dishes to reflect the flavor and tastes of the northern Fauquier community. “It’s a work in progress,” Word said. “My plan is to include as many local products as possible,” right down to the homemade bread he’ll use for every sandwich. Plans caill for both on- and off-premise liquor licenses, which will allow for local wine tastings and wine pairings. The store also features soft-serve ice cream — something especially popular with the many cyclists who stop in on weekend rides — and another MacMurray signature offering — “Mondays are Sundaes.” The model, Peter MacMurray said, is a local hangout but “also a commuter gourmet shop. I want to include everybody, from local farmers that rely on us for fuel and sandwiches, last-minute grocery items and gossip, to the bikers that travel through here every weekend.” The grill will be open all day serving breakfast and lunch, with home-made soups, sandwiches and burgers, and is also available for light dinners until the homecooked dinner service begins. Bakery items will always be available, along with basic grocery items, pet foods, overthe-counter medicines. Gas and diesel will be available soon, and applications for the liquor licenses have been made. Summer hours are 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturdays and 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sundays. The Web address www.OrleanVa.com has been applied for. The telephone number is (540) 3642774. u ntr distance r Tl Flint Hill horse farm farmhouse* Walkout lev. excellent in-law apartment Uat • a . • >...* an ^ a. i =f& f:"j TTC

» n V* £•£> IWV * v? WHVA members raise concerns over appearance of town, county Several members of the Washington Hospitality and Visitors Association raised concerns at the group’s annual meeting Monday about the deteriorating appearance and infrastructure in Washington and the villages and the seeming inability of either the Washington Town Council or the Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors to devote resources to making these areas more pedestrian-friendly for tourists and residents alike, according to WHVA president Jay Brown. Brown said he is ‘seeking WHVA members and interested non-members who are willing to serve on a committee that would reach out to the council and board to coordinate responses to specific problems with sidewalks, lighting and streetscapes that impact safety and appearance in the town and villages.” Officers elected At the meeting, WHVA members also voted unanimously in favor of the following officers for the new year: Jay Brown, re-elected president; Phil Irwin, re-elected vice president, Bemie Olson of Flint Hill Vintage Antiques elected secretary; Gary Schwartz, re-elected treasurer; and Linda Lawler, elected assistant secretary. Increasing membership In another matter, Brown announced that the recent membership drive had produced nearly 100 percent renewal among existing members, along with more than a dozen new members from among local businesses. WHVA now represents almost 50 businesses in the town and Rappahannock County. Members discussed possibly forming committees by location, so that businesses in, for example, Sperryville, Flint Hill or Washington would have a forum in which to address issues specific to their location, while WHVA as a whole would focus on countv-wide issues affecting business. Toward that end, members discussed possibly renaming the association to reflect a broader mission. Brown said “that these topics would be on the agenda for WHVA’s next meeting in August or September.” WHVA members also reviewed numerous requests from local and regional groups for sponsorships and binding. Final decisions about such requests will be made later by WHVA’s executive committee which consists of its elected officers. The meeting, held at the new RAAC Community Theater on Gay Street, ended with a wine and cheese social hour featuring food and beverage produced by member businesses. 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The list of available items will grow as time goes by, so please feel free to stop in to see what is available. ‘Thank you’ Our thanks to Margaret Baumgardner for giving editor Mary Ann Kuhn and I a ride in the thunderstorm as we were attempting to walk back to the Rappahannock News after voting in the Democratic primary Tuesday evening. That’s what Rappahannock is all about, helping one another. Thanks again, Margaret. ‘Punkin Chunkin’ Rappahannock County High School science teacher Karen Sanborn ..invites the community to come out and watch physics in action with Punkin Chunkin on Saturday, June 13 and Sunday, June 14, weather permitting, starting a 10 a.m. According to Sanborn, John Buchele won second in the nation with a distance of almost a mile. The competi 60 Dedre Lane Authentic Log Home, massive stone fireplaces with a working fireplace in each room. Three levels with wrap around deck. Located on 57 acres backing up to Shenandoah Nat'l Park. 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Directions to the Punkin Chunkin: Take 15 South out of Culpeper; make a left onto Route 649, go 14 of a mile; Chunkin is on the right. Look for the big cannon "Die Great Emancipator.’ For more information, call John Buchele at 540-718-7285 or Karen Sanborn at 540-9878880. . Birthday wishes Birthday wishes go out to Steve Clatterbuck, Washington. He will celebrate his special day on Tuesday, June 16. Also wishes go out to Nina Shepardson, postmistress at the Washington post office. She will celebrate FOR SALE BY OWNER 3300 sq ft Antique Log Cabin cus- j i tom dream home located on mt j * In Urnmd H1H.-3 private bdrih suites, valley views, open oak i staircase, granite kitchen, wood, Stone floors. MLS*IV7033031 34973 Sunny. Ridge Rd. | Round Hill f Open House Sunday 6/14 1-4 pm I Call 202-812-1022 Priced at 649K her day on Thursday, June 18. WELSH HOLLOW, SPERRYVILLE Beautiful treed site with old stonewalls, springs/stream and mountain views Private, yet convenient to Route 211, town, & the Shenandoah National Park! 16.25 acres $199,000 Designed to Embrace Nature 3BR contemporary home with Elevator, soaring 3-story brick fireplace, darkroom, entertainment deck Finest craftsmanship & amenities throughout. Huge 3-car garage and workshop Separate 2-level guesthouse Bryce Resort at its best! $615 000 Perfect Farm House Expanded and restored 1910 farm house in idyllic private setting. Bright w/large windows. Gracious open living room & sitting room can accommodate a crowd Separate formal dining room Library could be BR3. TWo lovely wrap verandas $379 QOO Helping the World's Nicest People Buy or Sell Their Special Country' Place COUNTRY PLACES v REALTY Denise Chandler, Broker 257 Gay St. Washington, VA i www.countryplacesva.com ' Office: 540-675-1200 Ce» : 540-522-0188 IB

- OSperryville has new ‘cottage’ industry A group of independently owned vacation rental homes and cottages have recently joined together to market their availability for visitors to Rappahannock County. This consortium of luxury private cottages offers homes that are completely furnished and available for short-term rentals. These homes and cottages expand the options for county residents who may have overflow guests, and for visitors coming to enjoy the bucolic serenity of beautiful Rappahannock County. An advantage for the county is that each home pays two percent local tax and an additional one percent is returned from the state. In addition, visitors frequent our wineries, restaurants, shops, theatres, galleries, antique dealers and farms. They often hike in the Shenandoah National Park and use other services such as massages and horseback riding. Six of these homes are located in and around Sperryville and one is in Huntly. The consortium has a Web site where you can read more about each of these houses and cottages and connect with their individual Web pages: www. Rappahannock Vacation Ren tals.com. The Web site was designed by a young Rappahannock entrepreneur Mark Reinhardt. Grocery shopping We don’t have, and don’t want, a large supermarket in Sperryville. Those are available 30 minutes away. Let’s review what is available in our own back yard. The Comer Store offers all the basics plus a supply of excellent fresh fish and meat, an array of artisan cheeses, home-made bread, a large selection of beer and wine and, of course, Mary Ann’s homemade chicken salad, brownies and pound cake. They also offer an increasingly diverse selection of organic food products. Roy’s, on Old Hollow Road, offers farm fresh fruit and vegetables in season, country meat products, free range eggs, many staples, dairy products from Trickling Springs Creamery and home canned products by Janet. Mt Vernon Farm offers grass-fed beef, lamb, pastured pork, no-spray apples, blackberries and apple butter. The Rainbow Market, in Sperryville Barbara Adotfi adotfibarbara@ verizon.net (540) 987-8682 the Hearthstone complex, offers a full selection of organic food at below suggested retail prices, a com'plete line of medicinals and supplements and baby products. Belle Meade offers seasonal produce, grass-fed beef pastured poultry and pork, eggs and Thanksgiving Turkeys. Both Beech Spring Gift shop, the Sperryville Emporium and Attic Treasures offer a variety of jam, jelly, honey, fresh fruit in season and specialty products. Meadowgreen Farm also offers pastured pork. Waterpenny Farm has seasonal produce available weekends in the self-serve bam, in addition to their CSA. The FT Valley store has many basics and is the only source of gasoline in Sperryville. In the fall, additional roadside stands run by Eddie and Barbara Gore and Roger Jenkins ( family institutions of many years ), greatly increase our access to seasonal fruit, cider and honey. If we each spend $10 per week on locally grown and raised products, we keep $2 million dollars in our community. Support our community. Business & Service -DIRECTORY Additional Services Servicej include, but are not limited to: • Yard Wort Mukh. Planting • Plo* mg. Tractor Wort • Tree 4 Stump Removal • Rototilling. Bushhogmg • Grading. Sod. Seeding • Bulk Top Soil 4 Black Compost • Hauling. Lot Clearing • Snow Removal. Firewood Office: 540-547-4257 Cell 540-718-5253 CHERRY STREET BUILDING SUPPLY CORP. See us for All Your Building Supply Needs 540-825-0397 1418 Orange Rd.. Culpeper Need Roof Trusses? Buy from First Colony & Save $$$ 1800-924-5985 • 540-788-42221 Carpentry Tiimcraft Inc. n Custom Interior Trim Carpentry^’ own Molding, Chair Rail, Ogee Boxe$ 1 Tray Ceilings, Handrails, Built-lns, eta f Basements, Additions and Remodeling 20* Years Exp Free estimates Licensed & insured Ken Maddox President 540-347-4581 Child Care Services Baku Baar & Pratrhusl I VA Stale Licensed Want-12 years • Fenced play yard Fun time - part time • drop in 1 Ceeaii RtM, Speryvilie VA 7 CPR & First Aid Certified / References avaita&e (local) f Hours. 7 am to 6 pm ’ A-B£KA Preschool Curriculum MAT Certified Mfrnber of NAFCC &MACCP , 1 M0-W-9W d Cleaning I „ MCUI MAIM exceeding expectations: (Me ime i/rp ttuwnj * m mm* 'ml V W*WkA bt *>r*h * Wmihh * $*h*tactk*i (frftnintttd Now M Rod* Mads tor FREE! / On*> -1 font Mr* / Kariwi jbv jts hedrran. T bvmf rum. tarniv ni«n » *x jnJ -**Rs r+ tyia-tal fetia: >* (703) 220-7628-(540) 497-1537 ' ^i^iwioBWww/ockiemaidsxoffl Construction THE CONCRETE CONNECTION Residential A Commercial • Specializing m complete architectural & structural concrete form work ,f • Custom tCF concrete buildings • Excavation, bobcat and excavator services • Egress windows & doors • Property drainage solutions tww iwiay <1 540-788-4494 Joseph Keyser Construction, Inc. Custom Home Building 540-675-2395 www.RappahannockBuilder.com Construction Kreyliiig Construction Historic Renovation • Custom Homes Offering Earth Friendly Design/Build 540.987.3145 www.KreylinwConstniction.com T.G. TAYLOR CONSTRUCTION, L.L.C. BUILDING FOR RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY RESIDENTS FOR 20 YEARS. COMMITTED TO YOUR SATISFACTION! .-V* ECO FRIENDLY BUILDER. 540-987-8043 Equestrian Justus Farrier Service Trail & Sport Horses ) Corrective Shoeing Hot Shoeing Reliable • Dependable 540-222-8848* Excavation A & E Excavating Inc. Reliable Quality Service a. • bootings • Clearing • Driveways • Grading • Culverts • Snow Removal • Gravel & Din Hauling Kenneth Baldwin • Sewer & H20 Hookups 540-636-18% RFV WOT F Excavating • Excavating • .VfH Driveway Construction • Horse Arenas „ «• Demolition Wort OLD Certified FuS Maintenance Contractor Laaaal & bkurcd • Vi Stac tmvu* No, 2705 W62» 1 540-212-8^ _ JBS EXCAVUWG & CUARMG FREE ESTIMATES No job too big or^ too small ^ (548) 347-2646 L KENNY JENKINS JR. EXCAVATING T L Itimru// • Licensed • Free Estimates 540-661-0116 y • Grading •Rpmk •basements 7290James Madison Hwy. •Ponds Rapidan, V irginia 22733 • Bush Hogging Advertise Here And Watch Your Business GROW Crawford Fencing Commercial • Residential • Farm 540-229-7575. Tmx [RAVEL ALL PROJECTS ALSO Driveways spreading & Horse lots No job too small - mulch • topsoil • fill dirt Wedefmda/s&entngsandewv&ekencls1 Can anytime Michael I. Jenkins 540-825-4150 • 540-219-7200 Health & Beauty 1 '} Jackson House Assisted living, LCC A "home-like" safe environment with a well trained, excellent and dedicated staff whose mission is to provide tender loving care to elders while preserving their dignity and independence. Jackson House is located 12 miles away from little Washington and 13 Miles from Culpeper 8 Jackson Lane, Boston; VA 22713 (540) 497-2486 Home Improvement HAGANS Remodeling Specializing in basements jjf % • SMing/wmdows/Doors * Decks • Drywaii * • Media Rooms 703-862-5958 540-522-1056 Free Estimates • Referrals • Licensed l insured PMRCo. Property Maintenance & Repair A full service company Carpentry, patntjnifc wdinfc, window reptarrmrot, luu-hen and bath retnidrl. ail type* of repaint int ludn^ preventive mantmanrr. tianmrrrial 4 rewdential, mti wna* bat khur wurk. Additions • Historical Repair/Restoration • Basements • Decks • Patio Enclosures Serving Fauquier & surroumfing counties since 1996 C*n for FREE ESTIMATES 540-349-8910 Advertise Here and Watch Your Business GROW LICENSED AND INSURED Dave Thorpe 540-270-2414 Plant |f»talUtwr A IVw£n * Pi?** & Walkways jJ RetSHur^ Walk * D'ainagi- Sduti-jr** Ac'it General taixKcapio* * Mdwe$ * Mufchai* Ottr 25 yean of UtxkcMpc construction experience Tree & Landscaping Service Snow Removal • Topping • Pruning • Feeding Take Down* • Slump (.rinding • Firewood Mulching • landscaping • lav»n (are Mowing Bush Hogging • Pressure Washing BEST RATES AROUND!!! Free Estimates • licensed • Insured James Gorman 540-825-1000 or 540-222-4107 Lawn Ronnie Dodson D&D Services 540-987-9350 Landscaping. Lawn Service, Bushhogging, Driveway Grading, Hauling & Mulch, Backhoe Service & Snow Removal, etc. RAPPAHANNOCK HaORY LAWN CAR! 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Times Community Newspapers will not accept liability for its failure, for any cause, to insert an advertisement and reserves the right to reject any advertisement deemed objectionable in subiect matter, phraseology or setup Times Community Newspapers are not liable for the quality of advertised products or services 2BR, 2BA apt in country setting 3 mis to Warrenton. w'd, deck, no smkg / pets. $965/mo i dep. 540-347-7452 Flint Hill: 2BR. 2BA home w/hw firs, 1 car gar . sun porch, W<D in bsmt. No pets $875mo J Lillard 540-675-3670 LG. 1-2BR, furnished or unfurn, new carpet paint, inclds all utils, cable TV & AC $800' mo. (540)829-1100 Live-in/ Warrenton VA, help with minor household chores $200'mo for food & uhls. Must have own transporation 703-932-4331 Rappahannock Co, Small but charming effic for ONE canng person Lovely views Gn for creative work No pet $550mo meld utils 540-547-4465 Washington, VA. Avt. 7 1 Lg 1BR1BA. fully equipped kit, W D, Rsrv d prkg $750mo. J Ullard 540-675-3670 2BR, 1BA back deck, front porch,near Washington, VA $950/ mo 540-675-3228 3 BR, 2 BA ranch home in Old Town Warrenton. W D Nice yard, Untm bsmt, pet nag sec dep S t mo rent each $1495 + utils. 703-850-5699 3BR/2BA, Waterford/ Lovettsville area w/ bsmt Kit applicances, quiet setting $1250/ mo 540-882-3231 4BR, 2ba, hdwd fls, sunrm. AC. renovated Cape Cod on 5* ac. New Baltimoie $1300/ mo (540)349-2075 *********** BEALETON Balls Mill Road 4Br, 2BA house, acreage. $ 1225/mo J & J Real Estate gj 540-825-1234 *********** Castleton. 2BR, 1BA brick. 5 ac. FP W D hdwd firs. CAC heat, patio 3 stall stable, tack feed rm. 2 other stg bldgs $1500 mo* sec dep Credit ck & rets ru'd (540)937-4383 Chester Gap, 2BR cottage BA. LRDR. WD, porch. 1 ac. $775 mo 540-631-1537, 404888-4636 References Deposit Etlan, VA. 2 story. 3BR 1 5BA enclosed front yard. CAC heat. WD hookup imo Dep ♦ ref. req $925 mo 540-923 4820 FLETCHER RENTAL PROPERTIES 292 Broad'k» Av» 540-347-7055 * 2BR home near Warrenton @ $750/mo. Owner' Agent AU home\ owned d) managed by m Flint Hill, 1 ac. 2BR BA. 'den. hdwd firs. WD $900 mo * utils Dep req d No smkg pets 1540)675-1768 Film Hill, 2BR TH. peaceful secuided location, on 10 acs Full kit. New appis $875 mo 540937 4707 Handyman special: nice log cabin for rent. Rapp Madison county line Partial barter for help w fixups Livable now 1000 si, wood heat, good water I negot knauth@ inlowomen org Homes for Rent Rappahannock: • Unique contemp, loft, 3BR 2BA, full bsmt, Ig deck, park-like setting $1400 • Farmhouse 1BR 2BA, sunrm, exp beams $1100 • Cottage 1BR 1BA, deck, san d porch $850 Owner tiroker. Pet* considered. 540-222-2299 Log cabin, 2 rooms, kitchette. bath. AC. no pets. Washington VA, $650mo + dep ret s & cred ck. 540-675-3627 Lovettsville/ Hillsboro area 3BR 1BA home for rent $ 1200/mo. W/D provided. Peaceful atmosphere. No smkg.' pets. Refs. 540-822-9345 or 703-727-5485 ATATATAV • Roll-back prices • $650/mo • 2BR, 1BA, Remington Gardens J & J Real Estate £540-625-1234 atatatat Markham VA, 4BR. 3BA. post & beam const. 31 acs possible horses,, FP. scm porch, decks, magmficient views, $2500 mo Sale rent 540-272-0200 Old Town Warrenton, 2BR 1BA house. W/O. $850 mo + dep. & utils. S e c t • 8 ok. 703-898-1710 Rapp k County # Two story log home w decks and fenced areas on 30 acres.1 $1500 per/hto. ’ ‘ # Over 2000 sq ft 2 bdrm, 2 bth w decks and VIEWS $1550. Call RRER 540-675 3843 Warrenton Condo, 2BR, 1 5BA. dean & fresh. $950 sec dep & $950 rent * utils. 703-850-5699 r: v 034 V Rentals - Farm Bam; axcal pasture & tencing & auto water Limit on # ot animals 3mo lease-mo to mo $325K 540-497-1501 v_/ Leesburg: Fum Ig BR $700 BR $500 Priv. BA Laundry, kitch, utils N S. no pets 540-718-9279 oeel^r—.1 V " 2 Ig rms lor rent to women in beautiful 4BR 2BA country house on 14 acres, Madison Co $250 ♦ electric knauth® mtowomen.org The Plains, full 2nd floor w pnv ba. house amenities, garder pnv, on 300 ac farm. $550/ incl utils 703-357-2403 f : ’ 077 ***—"■'. Townhouse* V > A Section 8 Gem. 1, 2 or 3 BR vouchers considered. Newly updated kitchen & 2 full baths Walk to grocery store in Marshall Rets considered ' For price call Owner/Agent at 540-428-8771 Today Leesburg, 4BR, 3 5BA TH. Sunny, spacious, fenced backyd 2lvl deck 703-909-0603. ▲▼▲▼▲▼AT Page-Brooke Village Townhomes 1 & 2 BRs Available 703-777-1948 Only those wrth good credit need apply' ▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼ 080 Rentals—* Office Sterling Free Standing Building Fronting on Leesburg Pike m Bus dist w/ lighted signage. 3 Offices: • 1100sf. First floor, no steps. AvI 8/1 • 800sf, 3rd floor, avaiL imrped., • 1100sf fully fum . 3rd floor, avail rmmed. Call Jerry for pricing & terms. 703-906-5555 Jerry Sardone Realty V_/ Chantilly, VA, 3bf2ba, SFH. 1.400* si Only $3,000 (yes, the poce is right) FF CO schools, parking for 2 cars, community pool fitness center Open House every weekend4200 Airline Pkwy. Call Apnl 703-378-8992. f—:-^ 199 LotaAAcmr V_ > BUYER’S MARKET Private Lake lots from $29,900. Located on Va's northern neck 2 hrs from D.C., 1 hr from Fredericksburg and Richmond. Excellent terms. 877-811-1172 Fauquier 5.4 Ac * bam Beautiful Pasture/ perc Area of fine homes Part of estate for sale $189K 540-497-1501 Rentals — Office Great Location Culpeper St. Across from Fauquier County Courthouse 3 very nice offices and a reception area with a window viewing the courthouse, 1/2 bath, beautiful built in bookcases. Class & convenience in Historic Old Town Warrenton. Call 540-347-6020, Ive msg ' Rentals — Apartments **t-t A V Warrenton eho IMoatk FREE RmI mi Select Units* I, t Bedroom* from $915 • Full cbe W/D • Upgraded Walktn Closets • Brand New Fitness Center • Large Dogs Welcome • Leasing cattt taken 24/7 Max Income Restrictions Apply 2 People-$49,320 4 People~$61,620 HIGHLAND COMMONS 866*872-4695 RETOOL COM ♦Meet W*— **» ad lee Me 1 mo. fcee rent. For sale Clarke Co, 30 mins, from Leesburg 20 Acres $150,000 and 5 1/2 acres $225,000 Details 540-955-3490 If;’ ■' 135 Sales — Real Estate ESTATE with 3 parcels Purchase all part Colonial 4 BR 3.5 BA 44Ac Lge barn kennel Marble Hdwd Granite Au pair suite $925K. 2d home & 4Ac $220K 5.4Ac perc barn $189K OLREA 540-497-1501 Fauq. Estate Cottage, pristine & renovated, 4+ open acs. New 4 stall barn & fenced $220K 540-497-1501 Rare, .lovely 1840s country Victorian, Orlean. VA renovated; new root & firs, kit & BAs. 3BR 2 5BA 2 LRs, DR. wd burn FP. CAC, old style radiators. 1 4acs, barn Great B & B, Antq store Aprs d $600K sell $525K, rent $1800 540-272-0200 Owner financing possible 180 Commercial Rentals 1,500 sq. ft. commereftf space In Old Town Warrenton. $700/month. (540) 347-6774 Great Location Culpeper St. Across from Fauquier County Courthouse 3 very nice offices and a reception area with a window viewing the courthouse, 1/2 bath, beautiful built in bookcases. Class & convenience in Historic Old Town Warrenton. Call 540-347-6020, Ive msg Lg Bay area, for sm work shop or storage 220 elect, water. $400 mo (540)829-1100 jqj. Business 1!TO Opportunities V J TANNING HAIRSALON, Sal* price $55K. Call 571-436-4872 tor de tails Classified Ads Work Call 888-351-1660 220 Farm Equipment WE BUY GOOD USED . FARM EQUIPMENT We buy & sell good farm tractO's and implements For info call Cecil s Service & Equipment 540-347-4238 ( 236 V_ Hay, Straw & Feed J Hay - High quality sq & round bales for horses. Also cattle hay 540-937-5160. Chris Parrish C~ 'N Lawn/Garden Equipment V J TOP SOIL FOR SALE Delivery available (5401 937-5160 252 livestock L_) Alpacas- bate- Males., Females new babies, package deals Farm visits welcome (571 (26T-1823 ( 'N 273 Pets V_) Chocolate Lab Puppies, AKC ready now Great family pet $800. 434-286-2932 FAUQUIER SPCA LOST 8c FOUND PETS ADOPTIONS TOO! 540-788-9000 Visit our homepage at www.fauquierspca. com e-mai! f s p c a @ fauquierspca com for a complete up to Pate listing Minature Dachsund pups. Ms & Fs. blk & tan red. short hair Ready 6 19 $450 (273 Pets V _ Puppies tor Sale: Poms, Yorkie. Pugs. Puggles, Chihuahuas & more. 38 Needy Rd. Martinsburg. WV Sat/ Sun June 13 & 14. www. wvpuppy.com 11-7. 304-904-6289 r 7\ 290 Found V __) FOUND COCKATEIL at CM Bradley Elementary School Call and describe. 540-439-1678 294 Giveaways V J CATS NEED BARN HOMES1 Rescued from dangefous situations. Spayed/ neutered, vaccinated. Will deliver. 1-202-746-9682 or rockcreekcats@yahoo. Free To Good Home Only 10 week old LabChow mix black female, Puppy Pad Trained, Great Pup Have to give away due to my older dog Serious Inquires only 540-987-8981 FREE TO GOOD HOME Rescued cats. Fixed & shots, (540)349-0944 Two very affectionate cats tor adoption Yin is , solid black. Yang is solid white. A very “Slrikirtg pair Approx 2 years old. Completely vetted. Living at Leesburg Veterinary Hospital No vices. 703-777-3313 Go ahead, take a break... Let your classified ad do the work. Call today to place your ad. 540-351-1664 Lost V _) LOST 2 DOGS MAY 23, from 5 Forks Rd area, Woodville. 1st is Jack Russell Terrier, 6yr old. spayed F, white, no collar but chipped. 2nd is Border Terrier, grizzled brown 3 yr old neuted male. No collar but chipped by Rose Hill Animal Hospital. REWARD! (540)987-8424 Legal Notices KAPPAJMNMOCM St m»x ii (j*a> PUBLIC HEARING ANNOUNCEMENT The Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services Board and Area Agency on Aging (RRCSB AAA) servesr-^ulpeper, Fauquier, Madison, Orange, and Rappahannock Counties In its Area Plan, the RRCSBAAA provides services paid for by the Older Americans Act These services include Congregate Meals, Home-Delivered Meals, Homemaker Services, Elder Abuse Prevention, Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Legal Services. Transportation Services, Volunteer Services, Information and Assistance Services, Public Information and Education, and Emergency Services, Any qualified vendor interested in submitting a proposal on the provision of any of the above services should contact the Executive Director, RRCSB AAA, PO Box 1568, Culpeper VA 22701, in writing by July 31,2009 asking to be placed on the bidder s list for the specific service in which interest is indicated. The RRCSB AAA invites interested parties to a Public Hearing scheduled for June 23, 2009 at 11:30 a m at its mam offices at 15361 Bradford Road in Culpeper During this time general information about its Area Plan for Aging Services and services provided under its Fiscal 2010 Performance Contract with the Department of Mental Health. Mental Retardation and Substance Abuse Services will be presented To obtain information about existing and planned services for senior citizens and individuals with disabilities or to provide comments about services, contact the Executive Director at 540-825-3100 ext. 3145, e-mail rrcsb@rrcsb.org, or visit wwwrrcsb org The RRCSB AAA is an equal opportunity employer, and all programs and services of the RRCSB AAA are provided to eligible persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national ongm, or age Individuals with disabilities who require special assistance to attend and participate in this meeting should contact AJisa Decatur at 540-825-3100 extension 3146 or 540-825-7391 (TTY) Employment mMm Full Tim* Employment V J DO YOU HAVE THIS MUCH OPPORTUNITY? Earn What You're Worth? Guaranteed! In-Home Sales In Northern Virginia/ Piedmont • 1st year income opportunity of $100K+ for top performers • Bonuses w/ no cap on earnings - Over $200K+ potential • No cold calling or telemarketer leads • Pre-qualified leads for you to close • Great Benefits • Sales experience required • NO prior industry experience required! • See job details on our website tlcworksforme. com Serious people that want to take charge of their career only. _ No whiners or excuse makers please. We hire for desire, commitment, responsibility, ability and results. As such, NO online, email, or fax resumes or applications accepted. If you are up to the challenge and deserving of such an opportunity and want to take advantage of this rare opportunity for personal and financial growth and become a part of a highly respected team you must call Dave White at 540-347-3024 for a confidential phone interview between 8:00am and 5:00pm by no later than 6' 19 09 to mutually determine if the opportunity is a fit and save both parties time before seeing if you qualify for an in person interview All candidates considered, and all inquiries held in strict confidence. Immediate placement available. STABLE WORKER Responsible for all aspects of car ng for horses, alpacas and farm work Must have clean criminal & driving records Benefits I houseing. Fax resume & salary requirements to: 540-785-4445 or call 540-785-4444 New Opening Position!!! FARM EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT Prominent area news executive seeks pleasant quiet full time Executive Assistant for his large farm Home Office administration and to manage/work in its family riding stable between Middleburg and Warrenton. Microsoft Office computer proficiency required. Salary and benefits include free home with total compensation over $50,000, subject to excellent qualifications and references. Fax: 540/347-0996 or email: bdevault@timespapers.com Clinician, HIDTA Program Loudoun County Department of Mental Health, Mental Retardation. Substance Abuse Services is currently seeking part-time, temporary Clinicians to provide comprehensive clinical services to chemically dependent persons and their families in Loudoun County's High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) Program. Will provide services to clients at the Mental Health Center. Office of Adult Probation and Adult Detention Center. Service^ include assessment and evaluations, individual, group and family theraps. case maragement including medication case management, crisis interven tion. staWization. release planning and post-release service coordination Maintains all clinical records and documentation according to federal state and agency policies and procedures. Must be knowledgeable in Kith substance abuse and mehtal health issues, demonstrate strong clinical skills in providing individual, group and family substance abuse therapy, possess strong organizational skills and demonstrate the ability to function as a member of a clinical team. Work schedule will include some evening hours Master's degree in social work, psychology or related field and one year professional experience in mental health and/or substance abuse treatment Two years professional experience in mental health and/or substance abuse treatment is highly preferred. Virginia clinical licensure or license eligible. Employment,is contingent upon successful completion of criminal background, credit and driving record checks, and TB test. Valid driver s license in Virginia or regional state-of residence. -(Hiring Range $22.82-$26.24/hr> #09-S322-202 Closes: 6/18/2009. Visit our on-line employment center at www loudoun.gov for additional information and to apply EOE Residential Counselor II #216/#287 FT positions to provide services in support of daily activities of residential group home program for developmentally disabled adults Work shifts may include days/evemngs'weekends. Associate s in human services or equiv. exp. $27,046.50/annually Apartment Living Residential Counselor #401 FT position to support MR adults in new residential group home &/or indep. living in apt. settings. Knowledge of community, housing & financial resources, skill in assessment of consumer's function capacity pref. Bachelor's in human svcs. or equiv. exp. req $14.57/hr. Senior Day Health & Rehabilitation Specialist #365 FT position to provide supervision & on-site training; program dev & implementation: supportleach daily living skills; write/monitor svc plans; interface with interdisciplinary treatment team; administer monitor meds & maintain records to meet Medicaid'licensing Agency standards Combo of education & exp. equiv. to an Associate's with major course work in psych, human svc.'related field & 1-3 yrs. exp. working with special pop $13 87 hr. Executive Administrative Assistant #178 FT position to provide teghmeal/admin support to Division Director & staff. Responsibilities include (not limited to): direct supervision of Office & Staff Assistants; administer processes for funding sources, donations & payments; maintain files, claims, records contracts & audits; liaison to insurance co s; review incident reports/invoices; coord, seminar trainings; special projects HS diploma or equiv. & 5 years admin exp. req. Associate s Degree pref. $13.21/hr. Day Health & Rehabilitation Specialist #170 F T position to provide support training to MR adults. Locations include facility & groups in community with individualized objectives & goals. Training includes health.hygiene, cooking; money mgt daily & independent living skills, recreation opps. overall mgt or behavior in environ fostering positive adjustment to community living Associate s in human svcs. field or equiv. exp. $12.58/hr Clinician/Emergency Services #73 O'C position for 5 county catchment area. Provide prompt after hrs ER MH & SA svcs. by phone, in-person ER assessment, pread mission screening, counseling & referral. Master s in license eligible Tield req Flexible scheduling, $100-$200 Primary shift plus $75 per face-to-face intervention 42 per mile Clinician/Emergency Services #411 FT position To provide short-term crisis counseling to adults adolescents children Work as part of Access-ER Svcs Team Master s in license eligible field is req Bilingual candidates encour aged to apply License eligible Clinicians - $34.515annually ii censed Clinicians $38,064 annually Reimbursement Specialist #71 FT position to complete submit insurance forms, respond to insur ance provider inquiries & collect direct consumer pymt prepare complete billable tickets'reports, obtain consumer intake info & provide staff support. Ability to work with frequent interruptions knowledge of bookkeeping & collections, exp maintaining confiden tiality. Some evening hours req., 3 yrs., admin exp., computer skills & HS diploma req $12.58/hr m HaWAHANMKK KAWOAN comm ism 5tav:cesno\rj v Rappahannock Rapidan Community Services Board Human Resources, P.0. Bo* 1568, Culpeper, VA 22701 (540) 825-3100 e*t. 3902 job line TDD (540) 825-7391 All opportunities are open until filled unless otherwise noted Visit www.rrcsb.ora for additional opportunities. RRCSB'AAA Is an Equal Opportunity Organization. Minorities & individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. CALL TIMES COMMUNITY NEWSPAPERS TO PLACE YOUR AD TODAY 888-351-1660

Employment Commercial HVAC Tech Needed Warrenton based company servicing Northern Virginia area is looking for a technician with 3-5 years commercial expenence. good driving record and US Citizenship a must. Benefits include top pay. health insurance, paid vacation, holidays. retirement plan, annual bonus, and company vehicle use. Email resumes to bpearre@hughes.net or fax to (540)351-0683 Questions call (540)351-0680 Animal Care Technician (Mobile Unit) Loudoun County Department of Animal Care/Control has a part-time job opening for Animal Care Technician (Mobile Vehicle) at the Animal Shelter near Waterford, VA. Must enjoy working with, canng for animals, be people-orientated, self-motivated, and dedicated to improving the welfare of animals. Duties- include preparation of the shelter's 33' mobile adoption vehicle for adopttorvoutreach events, cleaning cages/ kennels in the animal shelter, feeding animals, administering medications, socializing and bathing of animais. Must have a flexible schedule to accommodate use of the mobile vehicle during evening hours and on weekends. High School diploma and one year of job-related experience. Basic knowledge of and experience handing dogs, cats and other companion animais is required. Must possess a valid driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record. Must be comfortable driving a large vehicle. Must have the ability to control large and potential dangerous animals over 100 pounds and lift animals weighing up to 75 lbs. Successful candidate witl undergo a background investigation, physical exam and drug screening. Candidate wiH be required to obtain certification in Incident Command System 100 & 200. (Hiring Range: $14.18$19.50/hr) #09-G453-198 Closes: 6/12/2009. Visit our on-line employment center at www.toudoun.goy for additional information and to apply. EOE. « Healthcare Piedmont Into me! Medicine "Doctors for Adults' Our rapidly expanding primary rare practice seeks: MEDICAL ASSISTANTS FT/PT; flex hours, between 7AM & 7PM, SAT. 8-noon; great staff, pleasant docs, new premium office space, cash bonuses, PTO even if PT. 401K and more* Phlebotomy required. Fax resume to Melissa at: 540-341-7102 Shop Mechanics needed for our growing operation. Our 25 years in the equipment industry provides our employees job stability and great benefits with pay to match in a fast paced equipment rental industry. If you are looking to be a part of a great team and have experience with d'esel and hydraulic equipment. Please call Keith Noyes at 703-969-8467 or Fax Resume to 540-347-3963 or complete application at 4597 Lee Highway New Baltimore, VA or email resume to kwnoyes@therosequipment.com. Commercial Sheet Metal Mechanic Needed Manassas based company servicing Northern Virginia area. Applicant must have experience, good driving record and US citizenship. Benefits include top pay. health insurance, paid vacations, holidays, retirement plan, & annual bonuses. Email resume to fletcherc@hughes.net or fax to 540.351.0683 questions please call 540.351.0680 COOK Our sustainable farm gourmet food business is growing. We need a cook with talent for premium, homemade foods who enjoys cookina with fresh ingredients. Kitchen exp & knife skills req d. Fine cuisine. baking. & food safety knowledge helpful. Must be organized’, flexible. 540-860-9090 SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS No Experience Needed! We're Training This Summer! Athletic Trip and Substitute Bus Drivers needed for Fauquier County Public Schools. Train this summer and be ready to drive for the new school year. Valid driver's license and excellent driving record required. For complete job description and to apply online, visit our website at httpy'apply. fauquiercounty.gov. Questions: Call 540-428-8708. EEO/AA/M/F/D Now Hiring Pepsi of Warrenton is now hiring for full time position as an Inventory Specialist. Hours are from 12:00 am to 9:00 am. Overtime £ required. Build toward a strong future. G*>d pay and excellent benefits package. Serious inquires only. Apply in person with DMV driving record: Pepsi Cola 5393 Lee Hwy Warrenton, VA 20187 Superior Paving Corp. has immediate openings Tor Laborers. Interested applicants should submit an application at any of our offices or fax resume to Human Resources at 703-257-1008. We offer a competitive wye/benefit package. EEO/AAVrvg-Free Employer Now Hiring Pepsi of Warrenton is now hiring for full time posistion as an Autoloader Tech. Hours are from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Overtime is required. Mechanical background. conveying system knowledge and basic computer skills required. Build toward a strong future. Good pay and excellent benefits package. Serious inquires only. Apply in person with DMV driving record: Pepsi Cola 5393 Lee Hwy Warrenton, VA 20187/ RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR IN HOME SUPPORT Loudoun County Department of Mental Health. Mental Retardation. Substance Abuse Serv ices has a job opening for a full-time Residential Counselor to provide training/assistance to individuals with developmental delays, who may have co-occurring behavioral and/or medical issues. Services are delivered in individuals' homes and during community integration activities. Also responsible for documentation and data collection to meet Medicaid Waiver and state licensure standards, and will provide input into assessments and service plan development. Work schedule may require day. evening and/ or weekend hours Required to transport in program vehicles the individuals served. Bachelor's degree in special education, psychology, or other human services field. Six months experience in a related residential program or setting is preferred Employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal background. driving record and credit checks, and TB test Valid driver's license in Virginia or regional state of residence Will be required to obtain the following certifications: CPR. first aid. Medicaid Waiver. TOVA. HIPAA and medication administration. (Hiring Range: $32.879-545.208) #09-S156-203 Closes: 6/18/2009 Visit our on-line employment center at www.loudoun.gov for additional information and to applv. EOE. Your Ad Could Be HERE. Classified ADs Work! Times Newspapers Classified Call 888-351-1660 Automotive 07 Toyota Camry. 9K mi. Exccond Emission completed Desert sand. 1 owner Best otter 703-444 1269 PM 1990 BMW 318TI, excellent cond. M package. black, sunroof, CD. new clutch. $5,900 540-272-0513 2000 BMW 740IA. Btk int & ext. Nav sys. 6 disc cd, heat Ithr seat. Only 72K mis. 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Qualifications: Strong writing and reporting skills, seifs' motivated, flexible, and able to meet strirt deadlines. ftlfllirmnnr nvnnrinnrn ra/ii nrrsH •r experience required. i Staff Reporter (#525) - rn Full-Time (Permanent) Date Available: Now Contact: Managing Editor, Mary Ann Kuhn 1 Duties: Cover newsworthy activities including the county . government beat, which could include some evening meetings and must meet strict deadlines. Qualifications: Strong writing and reporting skills, self* motivated and flexible. Newspaper experience required. ■titive benefits, a solid compensation Jase and incentives as well as / opportunity for advancement. f For the complete list of Employment Opportunities visit: www.Timespapers.com * Interested applicants should send resume and clips to; ' Mary Ann Kuhn, Managing Editor, Rappahannock News, P.O. Box 59, Washington, VA 22747. ''j Fax to (540) 675-3088 or email mkuhn^timespapersxom. All resumes will be entered into our resume database. 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