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New citizens eager to have their say at the ballot box The newest Americans say voting shows their national pride

By Evelyn Mejia Staff Writer

Rafael Medina, of Marshall, didn’t initially plan to settle in the U.S. after first crossing the Southern U.S. border from Mexico a couple times in the 1980s. The third time, in 1988, he decided to stay.

That was 36 years ago. For one reason or another, he put off becoming a citizen. When he finally made the step in 2023, his patriotism swelled, he said.

“It was very beautiful; it was as if I was born again in this country,”

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Medina said.

His motivation for finally becoming a U.S. citizen? The upcoming presidential election.

“In the time I’ve been in this country or in Mexico, I’ve never seen an election cycle like this,” said Medina, 62. “I can’t describe it other than saying Trump is a threat to our democracy.”

New citizen voters could make a difference in the presidential race,

Scott Ross’s interest in firefighting started early. He grew up on Moffett Avenue, near the Warrenton Volunteer Fire Company station.

“I was the little boy who sat out on the curb and watched the trucks go back and forth,” Ross said.

He joined the company as soon as he could when he turned 14.

(Volunteers today can join at age 16.) That was in the early 1980s, before he graduated from high school, had a career and retired at age 57 — but he still volunteers.

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A historic fire engine travels down Main Street during the Warrenton Volunteer. Fire Company’s centennial parade.

Sen. Tim Kaine addresses gun violence during campaign stop in Warrenton, page 5

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New citizens eager to have their say at the ballot box VOTING, from page 1 especially in key swing states with larger immigrant populations and where a smaller number of votes can determine a winner, advocates say.

But new citizens’ partisan affiliations are mixed, and according to one survey, they care most about the economy this year, including inflation and the high cost of living, which is a top issue among all voters, according to a survey conducted this past spring by the National Partnership for New Americans.

No matter what happens, Medina said it was important to him to have a say in the process.

“If the person I vote for wins, I’ll be very happy,” Medina said. “And if they lose, I’ll be upset, but at least I’ll be able to say I did what I had to do which is vote.”

Medina is one of an estimated 3.5 million adults of voting age who have become naturalized in the U.S. since the 2020 election, according to data from the U.S. Immigration Policy Center at the University of California San Diego.

Pat Reilly, the president of Fauquier and Prince William County’s League of Women Voters Chapter, said it’s exciting to help new citizens participate in our democracy no matter what their politics.

The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan organization that encourages informed and active participation of citizens in government.

Rafael Medina, 62, became a naturalized citizen and registered to vote in 2023, largely because of the upcoming presidential election.

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Although naturalization ceremonies are no longer held in Fauquier or Prince William counties, the local chapter often travels to Arlington or Fairfax and registers new citizens there.

“It’s a great feeling to be able to help them in one of the most important parts of participating in our democracy,” Reilly said. “It’s an exciting way of saying ‘Welcome to U.S. citizenship,’” she said.

Like Medina, other immigrants say having the right to vote is not something they take for granted and is a key motivation for becoming a U.S. citizen.

Isabelle de Vooght first arrived in Manassas from Belgium with her husband and daughter in what she calls a historic time for the country back in 2008. The day before she and

her family arrived, former President Barack Obama spoke to an estimated 90,000 Virginians gathered at the Prince William County Fairgrounds.

Although de Vooght and her family immigrated legally, sentiments about immigration in Prince William County were much different than they are now. The county is now the 10th most diverse in the nation and has a sizable population of immigrants from all over the world.

“I remember having conversations with an old colleague who would criticize immigrants, and I’d have to remind him that I, too, am an immigrant,” de Vooght said. “He would say I was different, but I’d have to tell him that at the end of the day, ‘I’m the part of the people he was talking badly about.’”

In 2016, de Vooght, her husband and her daughter obtained permanent residency sponsorship through her husband’s employer. Shortly after, she and her family began working to become U.S. citizens.

In 2022, she and her husband became naturalized citizens in a special ceremony on Independence Day at George Washington’s Mount Vernon.

The first thing they did after becoming citizens? Register to vote.

Coming from a country where it is mandatory to vote, de Vooght says she and her husband have done their civic duty each election cycle since they became citizens.

Almost a year ago, de Vooght says she furthered her involvement by becoming an elections officer.

For the past two elections, de Vooght says she’s worked at her assigned precinct from 5 a.m. until about 10 p.m. on election day. Although it’s a long day, de Vooght says her favorite part is interacting with first-time voters.

“I’ve seen the joy and pride through other people being first-time voters, and it also just feels good doing my part in the democratic process as an elections officer to ensure things run smoothly,” she said.

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But this month the leaders of the Oak Spring Garden Foundation are aiming to add family fun to its storied traditions with the inaugural Rokeby Community Festival on Saturday, Sept. 28.

“We are envisioning this as a new tradition that people will look forward to every year to kick off the fall season,” said Max Smith, head of communications for the foundation.

Oak Spring is well known for its educational programs as well as the home and garden tours it hosts at the Mellon house each spring. But the festival will focus on the piece of land across the road called Rokeby Farm, which includes the Mellons’ former private airfield and today acts as a bustling center of agriculture, education, and art. The festival will feature live bluegrass music, food trucks, a beer and wine garden, kids’ games and pickleball — both a serious tournament and casual play.

There will be plant-focused activities every 30 minutes.

“It’s meant to bring the community together and showcase the farm as a place that is very community oriented,” said Christine Harris, the foundation’s biocultural conservation farm director. “We have lots of fun stuff planned.”

And the cost will be lower than the tours of the past — $10 in advance or $15 the day of the event, with children under age 12 admitted free.

“This is the first time we’ve tried something like this,” said Sir Peter Crane, the foundation’s president.

“It’s a little experimental.”

At Oak Spring, the Mellons built an estate that reflected their interests in gardening, landscaping, horse racing, fine art and rare books.

After they died — Paul in 1999 and Bunny in 2014 — they wished for the property to continue supporting

their passions.

And it has. The foundation maintains a legendary library or rare garden books — some are more than 500 years old — and opens it for study by scholars of horticultural and botanical history. The foundation offers four prestigious academic fellowships each year in art, plant research, conservation biology and bibliographic study.

They also offer two-to-five-week artist residencies, which bring more than 40 artists to the estate each year. The fellowships and residencies are very highly regarded. All told, the foundation had more than 1,000 applicants for its research and arts programs for 2025.

The festival will show off some of the expertise and talent that makes Oak Spring a gem. Experts will lead a series of walks and talks around the grounds and the farm, discussing plants, trees, insects, vegetables and

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even chickens. (The specific breeds the farm manages are the result of more than a decade of poultry breeding by the festival’s guest speaker on grains, Jason Myers-Benner of TanglyWoods).

There will also be presentations from community partners like the Piedmont Environmental Council, Virginia Working Landscapes, Blandy Arboretum, Fauquier County 4-H, Master Gardeners of Fauquier and Rappahannock and the John Marshall Soil and Water Conservation District.

An example of the kind of conversation visitors can expect is a talk about heirloom collard greens that will be led by Ira Wallace of the Southern Exposure Seed Exchange, which aims to preserve rare seed varieties that might otherwise disappear as small farms and family gardens have diminished over time.

Wallace, in particular, has focused

on saving rare collard green varieties from extinction in central Virginia.

Collard greens are a staple of southern cooking and have been especially significant in the history of African American communities.

“There’s a warm familiarity people have with crops in the fall, whether it’s pumpkin patches, apple picking, or corn mazes,” said Smith. “This festival will bring people together to celebrate the vital purpose plants play in all of our lives, while having a lot of fun at the same time.”

The festival will run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online at the foundation’s website, osgf.org.

Crane said organizers aren’t sure what to expect in the festival’s first year, but they are preparing — and hoping — for a big crowd.

“We will be happy if a few hundred or a thousand people show up,” he said.

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Bealeton woman gets 40 years in prison for sexually exploiting two children

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The case was brought as part of Project Safe Childhood, a program launched in 2006 by the U.S. Department of Justice to combat an epidemic of child sexual exploitation and abuse.

Staff Report A Bealeton woman was sentenced to 40 years in prison Monday for sexual exploitation of children. When she gets out of prison, she will be on supervised release for the rest of her life.

Anna Grace Layher, 27, was convicted of producing sexually explicit videos and images of two children, ages 6 and 3, both of whom were family members, in 2023 and 2024. Layher pleaded guilty in May to two counts of sexual exploitation of a child.

According to court documents, Layher sent the videos to her boyfriend, Davey Jonathan Sisk, 29, of Culpeper.

Sisk, a former prison guard, pleaded guilty on July 9 to attempting to sexually exploit a child and receiving child pornography. He is scheduled for sentencing on Oct. 21.

These cases were brought as part of Project Safe Childhood, a program launched in 2006 by the U.S. Department of Justice to combat an epidemic of child sexual exploitation and abuse.

The effort has involved federal, state and local officials working to find, arrest and prosecute people who exploit children via the internet and to identify and rescue victims.

For more information about Project Safe Childhood, visit: www.justice.gov/psc.

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NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF AN APPLICATION BY COLUMBIA GAS OF VIRGINIA, INC. FOR APPROVAL TO IMPLEMENT A 2025 SAVE RIDER IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 20 OF ITS GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS CASE NO. PUR-2024-00103 On August 23, 2024, Columbia Gas of Virginia, Inc. (“CVA” or the “Company”) completed the filing of an application (“Application”) with the State Corporation Commission (“Commission”), pursuant to Chapter 26 of Title 56 of the Code of Virginia (“Code”), known as the Steps to Advance Virginia’s Energy Plan (SAVE) Act, for approval to implement a SAVE Rider for calendar year 2025 (“2025 SAVE Rider”). Pursuant to Code § 56-604 E, the Commission must issue an order approving or denying the proposed 2025 SAVE Rider adjustment within 90 days of the filing of a complete application.

CVA represents that its SAVE Plan is a program designed to accelerate the replacement of certain components of its gas distribution system infrastructure to enhance system safety and reliability. The Company states that the Commission approved the Company’s Phase 5 SAVE Plan subject to Staff’s recommendations. CVA represents that its 2025 SAVE Rider is billed as a fixed charge each month and is designed to recover “eligible infrastructure replacement costs” as defined in Code § 56-603.

CVA states that has separately filed for approval of a base rate case (“2024 Rate Case Application”) in which the Company requested, and was granted, Commission authorization to implement its proposed base rates on an interim basis for service rendered on and after the first billing unit of October 2024. The Company represents that rates and charges proposed in the 2024 Rate Case Application will include recovery of costs associated with all SAVE in-service plant expenditures made through September 30, 2024, and excludes anticipated SAVE-related expenditures from October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025. As a result, the Company represents that the SAVE Projected Factor will be set to zero concurrent with the implementation of interim base rates effective the first billing unit of October 2024.

In this proceeding, CVA requests recovery of SAVE-related costs incurred after September 30, 2024, including SAVE-related investment; the SAVE-related construction work in-progress balance at September 30, 2024; and any SAVE-related revenue requirement not recovered in base rates. CVA proposes the 2025 SAVE Rider to be effective the first billing unit of January 2025.

The Company further states that the proposed 2025 SAVE Rider comprises two components, a Projected Factor and a True-Up Factor. CVA states that it is requesting a True-Up Factor revenue requirement is $2,077,775, and a Projected Factor revenue requirement is $6,028,485, for a total 2025 SAVE Rider revenue requirement of $8,106,261. According to the Application, the 2025 SAVE Rider rate calculations are based on a $73.7 million projected SAVE eligible capital program for 2025; projected 2025 costs associated with the Company’s Advanced Leak Detection and Repair Program; and the true-up of the recovery of the actual SAVE cost of service for the calendar year 2023. The Application notes that the Company used the same methodology as approved in Case No. PUR-2023-00119 to allocate the SAVE Plan cost of service to determine the projected rate applicable to each rate schedule. The Company states that the proposed 2025 SAVE Rider will reduce the annual bill for an average residential customer using 64.9 dekatherms per year by $10.68, a 0.9% decrease, when compared to the rates in effect on June 29, 2024.

The details of these and other proposals are set forth in the Company’s Application. Interested persons are encouraged to review the Company’s Application and supporting exhibits for the details of these proposals.

TAKE NOTICE that the Commission may adopt rates that differ from those appearing in the Company’s Application and supporting documents and may apportion revenues among customer classes and/or design rates in a manner differing from that shown in the Application and supporting documents.

The Commission entered an Order for Notice and Comment that, among other things, directed the Company to provide notice to the public and provided interested persons an opportunity to comment on the Company’s Application.

Pursuant to 5 VAC 5-20-140, Filing and service, of the Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedure (“Rules of Practice”), the Commission has directed that service on parties and Staff in this matter shall be accomplished by electronic means. Please refer to the Commission’s Order for Notice and Comment for further instructions concerning Confidential or Extraordinarily Sensitive Information.

An electronic copy of the Application may be viewed on the Commission’s website or obtained, at no charge, by submitting a written request to counsel for the Company: T. Borden Ellis, Esquire, and Victoria L. Howell, Esquire, Columbia Gas of Virginia, Inc., 1809 Coyote Drive, Chester, Virginia 23836, or tbellis@nisource.com; victoriahowell@nisource.com.

On or before October 15, 2024, any interested person may file comments on the Application by following the instructions on the Commission’s website: scc.virginia.gov/ casecomments/Submit-Public-Comments. Those unable, as a practical matter, to submit comments electronically may file such comments by U.S. mail to the Clerk of the State Corporation Commission, c/o Document Control Center, P.O. Box 2118, Richmond, Virginia 23218-2118. All such comments shall refer to Case No. PUR-2024-00103.

On or before October 15, 2024, any person or entity wishing to participate as a respondent in this proceeding may do so by filing a notice of participation with the Clerk of the Commission at: scc.virginia.gov/clk/efiling. Those unable, as a practical matter, to file a notice of participation electronically may file such notice by U.S. mail to the Clerk of the Commission at the address listed above. Such notice of participation shall include the email addresses of such parties or their counsel, if available. Pursuant to 5 VAC 5 20 80 B, Participation as a respondent, of the Rules of Practice, any notice of participation shall set forth: (i) a precise statement of the interest of the respondent; (ii) a statement of the specific action sought to the extent then known; and (iii) the factual and legal basis for the action. Any organization, corporation, or government body participating as a respondent must be represented by counsel as required by 5 VAC 5-20-30, Counsel, of the Rules of Practice. All filings shall refer to Case No. PUR2024-00103. For additional information about participation as a respondent, any person or entity should obtain a copy of the Commission’s Order for Notice and Comment.

On or before October 15, 2024, any interested person may request that the Commission convene a hearing in this matter by filing a request for hearing electronically via scc.virginia.gov/clk/efiling. Those unable, as a practical matter, to file electronically may file a request for hearing by U.S. mail to the Clerk of the Commission at the address listed above. Requests for a hearing shall include: (i) a precise statement of the filing party’s interest in the proceeding; (ii) a statement of the specific action sought to the extent then known; (iii) a statement of the legal basis for such action; and (iv) a precise statement why a hearing should be conducted in this matter. All filings shall refer to Case No. PUR-2024-00103.

A copy of any notices of participation and requests for hearing shall be sent to counsel for the Company.

The Company’s Application, the Commission’s Rules of Practice and the Commission’s Order for Notice and Comment may be viewed at: scc.virginia.gov/pages/ Case-Information.

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Tim Kaine makes campaign stop in Warrenton

The senator discussed gun violence and affordable housing

By Tate Hewitt Staff Writer

On Sunday, Senator Tim Kaine visited Fauquier County for a town-hall style speech and question-and-answer session.

The event was a chance for Warrenton residents to ask their representative about local state and national issues.

But the most urgent question was from a 10th grader from Fauquier High School.

“I’m wondering if you have any plans or ideas to help protect kids from school shootings,” Annaliese Goolsby, 15, of Warrenton asked, just five days after the country’s most recent school shooting in which a 14-year-old gunman killed two students and two teachers at a Georgia high school.

School shootings should not be so common, Kaine said.

“This is still too normal,” he said.

Kaine, who was governor at the time of the 2007 shooting at Virginia Tech, said he supports increased background checks for gun purchases and penalties for parents or caregivers who give them to troubled minors. The Georgia gunman’s father was recently charged in connection with the shooting.

Kaine is a long-term incumbent in Virginia, having held elected positions as mayor of Richmond, as governor of Virginia and the junior senator of Virginia. The senator was in town campaigning for a third senatorial term. He is running against Republican Hung Cao. The Warrenton event was billed as a “meet and greet pizza party” at the John Barton Payne Community Room in Warrenton’s Old Town district.

Kaine said he hopes state lawmakers can eventually pass the Virginia Plan to Reduce Gun Violence Act, a bill that would restrict gun access and impose penalties for caregivers who give firearms to children with the knowledge they may pose a risk to themselves or others. Senators Kaine and Warner introduced

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Left: Sen. Tim Kaine addresses residents during a campaign stop in Warrenton on Sunday, Sept. 8. Top right: Owen Kathcart of Washington, D.C. and Nicky Huggins, a Pennsylvania resident, pose with the senator. Bottom right: Supporters of Kaine’s reelection bid hoist campaign signs during his speech. the bill on April 16, exactly 17 years after the Virginia Tech shooting.

If passed, the legislation would broaden gun restrictions that have been passed in the commonwealth to the federal level, including limiting handgun purchases to one per month, requiring lost guns to be reported and restricting gun access for minors.

Affordable housing in the region

Kaine also visited Rappahannock County Sunday for a conversation on affordable housing.

During that event, Kaine recounted an anecdote from Warrenton, in which a family decided not to move from their starter home to something larger as they had planned due to high-interest rates on mortgages.

“Well, that family staying put means that someone who’s ready to move from an apartment into a starter home is going to have a hard time doing it,” Senator Kaine said.

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lation to bring down interest rates for first-time homebuyers, provide subsidies for first-time homebuyers and provide competitive grants for housing plans that address rising housing costs.

“Instead of mandates, we can provide incentives,” Kaine said, who said that his time on Richmond City council and as mayor of Richmond made him wary of “one-size-fits-all” approaches to increasing housing stock.

Affordable housing is a common topic in Warrenton, where many teachers, police officers and emergency workers who serve the area cannot afford to live.

In response to Kaine’s statements on housing, Cao issued a statement to the Fauquier Times criticizing how the Biden administration has handled immigration and housing issues.

“We should help Americans who are struggling every day and 80,000 homeless veterans,” Cao said.

Increased Democratic enthusiasm

The event was hosted by the Fauquier County Democratic Committee, which just reopened an office in Old Town on July 10 — the first time since 2018 when the committee operated an office in Warrenton Village Center.

“We do know that Fauquier is a red county, but, by golly, every year we go up a percent or two,” county Democratic Party Chairman Max Hall said.

This year may bring a bigger bump due to down-the-ballot enthusiasm due to the presidential candidacy of Kamala Harris.

“We’re seeing energy, everywhere, like we have not seen for a very, very long time,” Kaine said.

Staff writer Tate Hewitt can be reached at thewitt@fauquier.com.

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Left: Meagan Shreve takes in the view on a cliffside during a hike in Shenandoah National Park. Top right: A Girls Who Hike group prepares for a trek in Shenandoah National Park. Bottom right: Meagan Shreve climbs a boulder while leading a hike for Girls Who Hike.

Local hiker hopes to build women’s confidence outdoors

Meagan Shreve preps for a new career with the help of Girls Who Hike Virginia

By Aimee O’Grady Contributing Writer

Even though she’s not quite 40, Meagan Shreve was already beginning to think about retiring from restaurant work someday, adopting a nomadic lifestyle, converting a school bus into a home on wheels and adding a checkmark next to her list of every national park in the country.

Then, she thought instead of waiting to retire, maybe it wasn’t too late for a job working in a national park.

She figured getting some hiking experience might be a good first step.

“During COVID, I joined a Facebook group called Girls Who Hike Virginia,” she said.

Now, the Warrenton resident has become known as the “geology ambassador” with Girls Who Hike Virginia, leading hikes for other local women while she works toward her goal of a job with the National Park Service.

“I’ve decided to make a career change and am studying for my applied science degree in recreation

and outdoor leadership,” she said.

Formed in 2018 as a chapter of a national organization, Girls Who Hike Virginia, became an independent 501C3 nonprofit when the larger organization dissolved in 2021.

The nonprofit has ambassadors throughout the state who guide hikes for women and people who identify as women.

Its mission is to build a community of like-minded people, help those who might find hiking intimidating overcome their fears and encourage women to feel comfortable hiking alone.

The all-volunteer group has 40 ambassadors in nine Virginia regions: Blue Ridge, Southern, Shenandoah, Northern, Southwest, New River, Chesapeake, Coastal and Central. In December, Shreve became one of the Shenandoah Ambassadors.

With over 500 miles of trails in Shenandoah National Park alone, Shreve wants to help hikers navigate everything from the basics of hiking and day hikes to backcountry camping and wildlife safety.

Ambassadors organize at least one hike every quarter ranging from beginner to expert-level. Ancillary activities include everything from

kayaking, tubing and paddleboarding to trips to local breweries.

Shreve grew up near Dumfries Road and fondly remembers free time spent traipsing through the surrounding woods.

Her boyfriend, Daniel Ray, has a degree in geology from the College of William and Mary and was granted permission from Girls Who Hike Virginia to join Shreve on hikes.

He’s helping her become an expert in geology, too.

“I enjoy learning from Daniel on our hikes alone,” she said. “When I became an ambassador, I thought it would be a great idea to share Daniel and his knowledge on the trail with the group. We had such a positive reaction from the group members, and they asked when the next geology hike would be. He’s officially my guest speaker on all hikes with Girls Who Hike Virginia.”

Some of their preferred geological hikes are the 3-mile Hawksbill Loop Trail, which links to the Appalachian Trail, and the popular 9.3mile Old Rag Mountain Trail.

Hawksbill, Ray said, “has an excellent example of a talus field,” or a naturally occurring slope made up of a collection of loose rocks that have fallen from a cliff or rock face.

The western slope of the mountain formed from extreme erosion, he said.

“You hike through this rocky slope as you traverse the Hawksbill Summit Loop Trail,” he said.

Old Rag, he said, is full of “diabase dikes” or tabular, rectangular shaped, igneous rock bodies that cut across pre-existing rock layers or bodies that cut through the granite that makes up the mountain.

“These dikes form some of the more interesting features on the trail, such as the staircase,” he said Shreve said women should understand that they belong on hikes to see all that nature offers.

“We have earned our spot on the trails and in the woods as backpackers and hikers,” she said. “The more you put yourself out there, the more out there makes a spot for you” For a list of scheduled hikes with Shreve or other Virginia ambassadors, visit www.gwhva.org or Girls Who Hike Virginia on Facebook at www.facebook.com/groups/girlswhohikevirginia.

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Warrenton’s TaggUp STEM offers 3D printing and learning A one-time hobby led to jobs, new business for co-founders

By Aimee O’Grady Contributing Writer

Mike Deliso and Clay Christian first got familiar with 3D printers web and began using them as a hobby. Now, the two partners are offering a chance for professionals or hobbyists to use and learn about 3D printers through their new business, TaggUp STEM. The two Warrenton residents opened their 3D printer studio in April, offering computers and printers and programs to users ranging from student learners up to those who want to print their own computer-aided designs.

“TaggUp has 20 printers and computers dedicated to each one. We offer workshops on everything from assembling and using a 3D printer for first-timer users to more complex CAD designs that can be printed and are functional,” said Deliso.

At TaggUp STEM children and adults are introduced to the myriad uses of 3D printing. The name is a nod to Deliso and Christian’s workplace where TaggUp refers to a monthly team meeting.

For young learners, they have regular programming including an After-School Print Club that begins in September.

“The after-school workshops will have a new project every month, beginning with Will it Fly?” said Deliso “These long-form projects will introduce students to new 3D capabilities and learn about the theme each month. Over time, we will include more involved projects with coding and electronics.”

Deliso is a self-taught 3D printer.

The 27-year-old works as an engineering technician for a contractor in Manassas. His team designs and 3D prints for large-scale drones.

He helps manage a firm of 55 3D printers where designs are printed in pieces and later assembled. After assembly, the electronics are added.

He said he wants others to also get comfortable with 3D printing technology.

“Our overall goal is to eliminate the intimidation of 3D printing and remove the stigma that is something too complicated and too expensive to get into,” he said.

3D printers have infiltrated nearly every industry, Deliso said.

“3D printers allow for rapid prototyping in the engineering field, expedite architectural models for architecture firms, are used for props and set design in the entertainment industry and are used to make implants, prosthetics and surgical equipment in medicine,” he said.

Deliso and Christian also wanted to give Fauquier students a leg up by introducing them to the vast world of 3D printing and its many applications. It is a field that students can enter right out of high school. Neither Deliso nor Christian have college degrees.

“Three years ago, I was the prop-

erty manager of a winery,” Deliso said. “A friend of mine was working with 3D printers, and he got me an interview. Having used 3D printers as a hobby for years, the interviewer recognized my aptitude to learn, and I was offered a position at the UAV drone contractor.”

Christian’s experience was similar.

“I have been using 3D printers for nearly 20 years as a hobby,” he said.

“I was working in a hardware store where a representative from the contractor would come in to get parts.

We got to talking, and it wasn’t long before I was offered a job.”

The two believe there are only going to be more job opportunities for those who are comfortable using 3D printers.

“In the last 5 years, the use of 3D printing has exploded,” Deliso said.

“They are now easier to use than ever,” he added.

Visit TaggUp STEM at First Friday on Sept. 6 and enter a drawing for a chance to win a 3D printer or one of two TaggUp STEM workshops.

TaggUp STEM will host an Open House on Sept. 21, from noon to 4 p.m. at 578 Waterloo Road, Ste. 3B, in Warrenton. For more information, visit: taggup-stem.com.

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Come see why FJC is place to be!!

Welcome home to the Fauquier Jewish Congregation (FJC), an inclusive, warm, and growing Jewish community, here in the heart of Fauquier County.

Our congregation offers a variety of meaningful ways for congregants of all ages to pray, engage, and be involved both inside and outside of our FJC offerings.

To learn more about our events, memberships, and High School Holiday Schedule, visit the FJC website for more information!

Join us for one of our upcoming events!

Tot Shabbat: Superheroes and Princes/Princesses Friday, Sept 13th @ 5pm and stay for the community dinner!

Fun games, stories, prayers, craft, and cake!

Shabbat Together: The Palace in Time & Congregation Open House!

Friday, Sept 13th @6pm Community dinner, followed by Kabbalat Shabbat @7 and Dessert Oneg

Monthly Teen Program with Rabbi Rachel Saturday, Sept 21st @6pm Kick-off the 2024-2025 school year with our monthly teen program with Rabbi Rachel. We welcome all teens from Fauquier and surrounding counties for Havdalah, activity, and discussions.

First Day of Religious School and Be our Guest Open House!

Sunday, Sept 15th @9:30am Come visit us and be immersed in a new collaborative multi-grade model which supports friendship and fun across grades!

We know how important a decision it is to choose the religious school that matches your values and time needs. We are offering a free 4 week trial to get to know us and our program.

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ESPN picks song by Virginia native Shaboozey as its ACC college football anthem

Staff Report Asked how he got his unique name, Shaboozey, a chart-topping musician who hails from Woodbridge, tells a story about his football coach at Gar-Field High School.

He said it all started when the incoming freshman players were getting their first helmets. His coach took a look at his real name — Collins Chibueze — and pronounced him “Shaboozey!”

“He wrote it on my helmet, exactly how it’s spelled (now),” Shaboozey said, explaining that the nickname stuck, both at Gar-Field High and beyond.

Shaboozey moved on from playing football and became a major music star this summer with his blending of country music and rap. His hit “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” has been in the No. 1 slot on Billboard’s Hot 100 list for the last seven weeks and at the top of Billboard’s Hot Country list for 11 weeks.

But as ESPN announced Monday, fans of college football will likely soon become familiar with another Shaboozey hit, “Last of My Kind.”

It was recently chosen as the network’s “brand anthem” for its ACC college football coverage.

The song is on Shaboozey’s latest album, “Where I’ve Been, Isn’t Where I’m Going,” which was released a few months ago.

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Chart-topping singer Collins Chibueze, better known as “Shaboozey,” got his nickname from his football coach at Gar-Field High School.

ESPN said the song “underscores the unique spirit of ACC Football, highlighting the traditions, rivalries and community that define game day experiences,” according to Colin Bradley, the sports network’s senior publicist for college sports.

“Hailing from Woodbridge, Virginia, within the ACC footprint, Shaboozey brings his distinctive Virginia tonality to the anthem,” Bradley said.

Shaboozey, 29, is the child of Nigerian immigrants. He said he was exposed to country music by his dad, who first immigrated from Nigeria to Texas.

“My dad moved here, and he went to Texas,” Shaboozey said in a podcast interview with Comedy Country. “People be like, ‘Well, my dad is more country than him.’ But my dad was over here in the 90s, you know, with the overalls, real tree camo, cowboy hat.”

Shaboozey said there is more of a connection to Nigerian culture and country music than people may realize.

“Nigeria is country in itself,” Shaboozey told Comedy Country. “A lot of, you know, it’s farmers; it’s cow herders.

They just look a little different. Everybody wants to wear boots; that’s cowboys, but some of them wear sandals.”

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OPINION

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Women don’t want government involved in a crisis One afternoon during my daughter’s senior year at a Fauquier area high school, she brought a friend home who urgently needed an adult to confide in. I was relieved that they came to me. You see, my daughter’s friend had gone on a date the night before and had been raped. She was afraid to tell her parents. Fortunately, I was able to convince her to talk with her mother.

The family made an immediate decision to take their daughter to obtain “Plan B,” the “morning after pill.” Plan B is considered a form of contraception since the woman has not been confirmed pregnant (and may not be pregnant) when taking the medication. This quick action protected that traumatized teen from the heartbreak of an unwanted pregnancy while dealing with the devastation of being raped.

As we’ve seen in legal and legislative actions across many of the Republican-dominated states, and the proposals published in the notorious Project 2025 Plan, access to this critical form of contraception will end under a Republican regime.

Project 2025 states that this form

of contraception should be excluded from no-cost insurance coverage because it might be abortion inducing. The Plan also allows employers to deny covering any contraception based on “moral or religious” exemptions.

Project 2025 would force young women and men to endure an agonizing “roll of the dice” and potentially, an unwanted pregnancy that could have been prevented from the outset.

Democrats, by contrast, strongly support a woman’s freedom to make her own reproductive health care decisions and to take a proven safe, effective medication to manage her life choices.

Access to Plan B medication is not just a women’s issue — men and women alike should be concerned. After all, both have a stake in the outcome. When we vote in this election, we know that freedom from government intrusion in the most personal of all health care decisions is on the line.

KATHRYN KADILAK The Plains

It’s time for commonsense gun laws As I watched the opening ceremony of the Olympics, I found myself crying as I thought about all the children who will never have a chance to compete because their lives have been cut short due to gun violence.

It breaks my heart when I hear that parents are having to repeatedly caution their children telling them: “If something bad happens at school, follow your teacher’s directions when s/he tells you to hide quietly.”

And: “If someone starts waving a gun or starts shooting, get away quickly. You might get hurt in order to get away, but you will likely heal.”

Is this the advice we want to be giving to our children? School is for learning, not fearing for your life. Why not have common sense, reasonable gun regulation to ensure a safe environment at school and in our communities?

No one is suggesting doing away with Second Amendment rights.

Our founding fathers never imagined assault weapons in our society.

How could they? These are weapons of modern warfare. More importantly, in the wrong hands they are weapons of mass destruction.

Some commonsense gun regulations, proposed by your Democratic legislators include: • Require background checks for private and gun show sales.

• Create a national “red flag” law.

• Require a license before gun purchase.

• Ban the sale of high-capacity magazines.

• Ban the sale of semi-automatic weapons.

• Create a mandatory assault weapon buyback program.

• Increase mental health funding.

Project 2025, a policy document from the conservative Heritage Foundation, aims to weaken the rule of law and weaponize criminal legal systems. According to the Center for American Progress, if its policies are enacted, they will undermine efforts to prevent gun violence and hold people who commit violence accountable.

Conversely, the Biden Administration has done more to reduce gun violence than any administration in decades; the American Rescue Plan Act and the bipartisan Safer Communities Act included $250 million directly to the community-based Violence Intervention and Prevention Initiative. This is the largest such federal investment in a CVI program ever. According to the Center for American Progress, we have seen a remarkable decline in gun homicides, down by 13.1% since 2023 and 16.4% since 2021 I know that many of you reading this newspaper share my pain in knowing that the leading cause of death of children under the age of 20 is gun violence. Let’s all work together to pass sensible gun legislation by voting for local, state and national Democrats who are already leading this effort!

LORRAINE SCHOONER Gainesville

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Fauquier Community Theatre’s 47th anniversary season opens with musical Annie Get Your Gun

By Debra Smyers

Contributing Writer

The musical comedy “Annie Get Your Gun” by Irving Berlin opens on the Fauquier Community Theatre stage on Sept.13 and runs for nine performances through Sept. 29.

The musical, with a cast of 30 actors, is directed

by Jeff Walker with music director Doray Walker.

“This story of the “real” love story between sharpshooter Annie and her beau and sometimes rival Frank Butler is now told through the lens of the Wild West Show they headlined all those years ago,” Jeff Walker said. “I am honored to help bring this American Musical Comedy to life on our FCT stage.”

The show has big musical song and dance numbers. Choreographer Marie-Louse Lyon and the talented cast bring out all the bells and whistles in this big Broadway musical. There are eight musicians who play the musical score under the direction of Annette Fakoury.

From violin and keyboard to reeds and trumpet, the show is known for some of Broadway’s favorite music. The score features some of Irving Berlin’s most beloved songs, including “There’s No Business Like Show Business,” “You Can’t Get A Man With A Gun,” “Doin’ What Comes Naturally” and “Anything You Can Do.” “Annie Get Your Gun” is the fictionalized story of Oakley, one of the world’s most famous sharpshooters. Written by Berlin, with Herbert and Dorothy Fields, and revised by Peter Stone, the musical comedy celebrates Oakley’s stormy, competitive relationship with Butler, a dashing vaudeville marksman, as they tour the country as the stars of “Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show.”

Actress Elizabeth Steimel said she is “ecstatic to be playing the iconic role of Annie Oakley in this show.” This is the 46th show of Steimel’s acting career and her eighth show with Fauquier Community Theatre.

Hunter Elliot, in the role of Frank Butler, said he “is excited to be making his Fauquier Commu-

PHOTO BY STEPHEN RUMMEL PHOTOGRAPHY

Left: Actor Hunter Elliot stars as Frank Butler (left) and Elizabeth Steimel as Annie Oakley. Right: Actor Gary Adams portrays Buffalo Bill Cody, America’s first superstar in the music, “Annie Get Your Gun” nity Theatre debut and returning to the world of theatre again.”

Gary Adams said he is “thankful to have the chance to portray America’s first superstar Buffalo Bill Cody.”

The set design is by Peter Marsh and the producer is Don Richardson. The playbill that includes the entire cast and production crew, can be found on the FCT website at www.FCTstage.org.

Printed copies will also be available for audience members.

Performances for “Annie Get Your Gun” will take place on Fridays and weekends, with Friday and Saturday performances are at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday matinees are at 2 p.m.

All performances take place at the Vint Hill Theater on the Green at 4225 Aiken Drive. Tickets cost $18 to $24 for reserved seating and are available online at www.FCTstage.org or by call-

ing 540-349-8760.

“Annie Get Your Gun” is produced by special arrangement with Concord Theatricals. The local community production sponsor is Brookside and Old Town Neighbors Magazine.

Founded in 1978, Fauquier Community Theatre is a nonprofit organization, partially supported by grants from the Virginia Commission for the Arts and the National Endowment of the Arts, as well as locally, including support from the PATH Foundation and the Jesse and Rose Loeb Foundation. Each year, Fauquier Community Theatre performs a season of plays and musicals, by adults and youth, with a total of over 60 performances.

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Weekend happenings: Twilight hikes kick off at Sky Meadow State Park

By Sondra Anzalone Contributing Writer

We haven’t made it to the autumnal equinox yet but don’t let that stop you from celebrating Fall Fest. Bonus: It’s also a chili cook-off, so come ready to scoop some samples.

Grab a hoodie and lace up your sneaks — it’s time for a Twilight Hike. There’s a $10 parking fee, so load your ride with friends, family or Fido (and his leash) and stroll together until sunset.

Vroom and screech with the whole family at RC Racing Night. Maybe bring extra batteries in case your remote or car conk out from all the action.

Experience a feast for the creative senses at Arts Alive! with visual arts, performing arts, music workshops and more. Festivities are indoors and out; rain or shine.

Stonebridge Fall Fest and Chili Cook-Off: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 14. Come early and sample the chili. Live music, per-

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Lace up your hiking boots or gym shoes and watch the sky turn pink at Sky Meadow State Park on Friday, Sept. 13. formances, demonstrations, vendors and community outreach. Stonebridge at Potomac Town Center, 15201 Potomac Town Place, Wood-

bridge. Free.

Twilight Hikes: 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 13. Dress for the weather; wear footwear appropri-

ate for hiking; and bring water and snacks. Leashed pets are welcome.

Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane. $10 car parking fee.

RC Racing Nights at Erin’s Elderberries: 5 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 14. For all ages. Bring your hobby-grade remote-controlled cars or non-hobby-grade remote-controlled cars out for fun racing.

Registration required; call 540216-7258. Erin’s Elderberries, 4257 Aiken Drive, Warrenton. Free.

Arts Alive! 2024: Noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 14. Arts Alive! is the annual, free community arts festival produced jointly by the Prince William County Arts in Council, the County Department of Parks & Recreation and the Hylton Performing Arts Center. Performances, food trucks, vendors and workshops.

Hylton Performing Arts Center, 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas. Free.

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UPCOMING FAUQUIER EVENTS SEPT. 12 TO 17 See ONGOING EVENTS, Farmers Markets and the entire calendar at www.Fauquier.com.

tickets will be available first come, first served at the Youth Services desk on the morning of the program; quantities will be limited. Free.

Tuesday, Sept. 17

Thursday, Sept. 12

Chamber After 5 Networking Event: Blossman Gas, 259 Broadview Ave., Warrenton. 5 to 7 p.m. For members and non-members with no cost, but registration is required. Go to https://www. fauquierchamberva.chambermaster.com/ eventregistration/register/18737.

Culpeper Conservation Lecture Series: Culpeper County Library, 271 Southgate Shopping Center, Culpeper. Join local environmental nonprofits The Piedmont Environmental Council and Friends of the Rappahannock in partnership with the Culpeper County Library for a free lecture.

Registration is required; contact the library at 540-825-8691.

English-as-a-second-language class: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive North, Bealeton. 6 to 9 p.m. Registration required prior to attending. Call 540-3170505 or contact Ali Vivas at gededu22@ gmail.com. Free.

Art Cart: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive, Bealeton. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

For preschool and elementary school aged children. No registration required. Free.

Tech Time at the Library: Warrenton Central Library, 11 Winchester St., Warrenton. Noon to 2 p.m. Additional dates: Tuesday, Sept. 17, 10 a.m. to noon. Get some help with devices (smart phone, tablet or laptop); teaching and troubleshooting only; no device repair. Appointments recommended; call 540-422-8500 ext. 2.

Walk-ins will be accepted as time permits.

Free.

Pajama Story Time: Warrenton Central Library, 11 Winchester St., Warrenton. 6:30 to 7 p.m. For all ages, stories, songs and activities. PJs are welcome. No registration required. Free.

Tomba: 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Middleburg Community Center, 300 W. Washington St., Middleburg. Additional dates: Saturday, Sept. 14; same times. Enjoy Tom Sweitzer’s version of Zumba. For more information, call 540-687-6373.

Senior Supper: Bistro on the Hill, 500 Hospital Drive, Warrenton. 4:30 to 6 p.m.

For seniors 55-plus. Cost: $7.65.

Coffee and Conversation: Spiritual Care Support Ministries, 7179 New Hope Lane, Warrenton. 10 a.m. to noon. Come for a cup of coffee, tea, light refreshments and a place to chat. Info 540-349-5814. Free.

Open Prayer Gathering: Spiritual Care Support Ministries, 7179 New Hope Lane, Warrenton. Noon to 12:30 p.m. Come for personal prayer or to pray for others.

Requests can be made by calling 540349-5814 or go to https://www.scsm.tv/ contactus.

Friday, Sept. 13

Old Town After Hours: Old Town Warrenton, 21 Main St., Warrenton. 5 to 9 p.m. Bring the family for food, live music and more. Live music starts at 6 p.m.

An Evening Under the Stars: Blandy Experimental Farm, 400 Blandy Farm Lane, Boyce. 6 to 9 p.m. Film starts at 7:30 p.m. Featuring the Documentary Film: “Hometown Habitat - Stories of Bringing Nature Home.” Food, drinks; native plant vendors; prizes; local conservation groups and experts. Registration required; go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-eveningunder-the-stars-tickets-952580021487. Free.

Book Cellar: John Barton Payne Building Basement, 2 Courthouse Square, Warrenton. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Additional date: Saturday, Sept. 14; same times. Call 540-341-3447 to volunteer.

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RC Racing Nights at Erin’s Elderberries: 5 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 14.

For all ages. Bring your hobby-grade remote-controlled cars or non-hobbygrade remote-controlled cars out for fun racing. Registration required; call 540216-7258. Erin’s Elderberries, 4257 Aiken Drive, Warrenton. Free.

Victory Hearing Care Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: Victory Hearing Care, 568 Waterloo Road, Suite 103, Warrenton. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Ribbon cutting takes place at 11 a.m., followed by free video ear imaging, facility tour, light lunch and giveaways. Join the Fauquier Chamber of Commerce as they welcome Victory Hearing Care to the community.

Girl Scouts Love State Parks Weekend: Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane. 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Additional dates: Saturday, Sept. 14, and Sunday, Sept. 15; same times.

Saturday, Sept. 14

Volunteer Day-Invasive Species Removal: The Clifton Institute, 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton. 9 a.m. to noon. For adults and children ages 12 and up, accompanied by an adult. Bring clothing appropriate for the weather, gloves and/or small tools if desired.

To register, call 540-341-3651. Free.

John S. Mosby Tour: Fauquier History Museum at the Old Jail, 10 Ashby St., Warrenton. 11 a.m. to noon. Informative and colorful tour of the sites in Old Town Warrenton frequented by Colonel Mosby.

Tickets are available at the museum or by calling 540-347-5525. The tour begins at the museum. Group size is limited so reserve a spot early. Free walking stick with each ticket. $12.50 for non-members, $10 for FHS members.

Book signing “Rankins Place” by Mr. Harry F. Burroughs III: The Fauquier History Museum at the Old Jail, 10 Ashby St., Warrenton. 2 to 4 p.m. “Rankin’s Place: A Story of a Hero and Community Leader” is a biography of James Alvin Rankin, Sr., a living legend in his beloved Fauquier County, Virginia.

Youth Landscape Painting WorkshopPlein Air at the Arboretum: Blandy Experimental Farm, 400 Blandy Lane, Boyce. 10 a.m. to noon. For 5th to 7th graders. All materials provided by grant from the Marion Park Lewis Foundation.

Registration required; go to https://www. eventbrite.com/e/youth-landscape-paintingclass-tickets-951069252737. Tickets: $15.

Free Family Drive-In at Warrenton Village Center: Warrenton Village Center, 189 W. Lee Highway, Warrenton. 7:30 to 10 p.m. Featuring the movie “Elemental.” The parking lot for movie parking will open at approximately 5 p.m. Parking will be first come, first served in the lot near Safeway, at the direction of the parking attendants. Up to 70 cars maximum.

Sunday, Sept. 15

Sundays at Two with Karen White: John Barton Payne Building, 2 Courthouse

Square, Warrenton. 2 to 3 p.m. Karen White, Director of the African American Historical Association of Fauquier County, talks with Lou Emerson, veteran journalist and editor.

Karen White is one of the founders of the African American History Museum and a driving force behind the Association’s “Know Their Names” project, documenting every person ever enslaved in Fauquier County. Sundays at Two brings together distinguished writers, artists and scholars for conversations about their work and life.

540.422.8500, x2.

Paws to Read with K-9 Caring Angels: John Marshall Branch Library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall. 2 to 3 p.m.

Children ages 5 to 10 are invited to read aloud to trained and certified therapy dogs; a caregiver must be present; and a signed permission slip is required. Free.

Monday, Sept. 16

Survivors for Life-Suicide Support Meeting: Encompass Community Supports, 15361 Bradford Road, Culpeper. 7 to 8 p.m.

Support group for those affected with loss of a loved one to suicide. For questions, contact Alan at 434-825-8913 or email arasmussen@rrcsb.org.

Crafts on the Go: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive North, Bealeton; John Marshall Branch Library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall; Warrenton Central Library, 11 Winchester St., Warrenton. All day.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by stopping by the Youth Services desk to pick up a maraca craft bag for a child.

No reservation is necessary. Bags will be available on a first come, first served basis while supplies last. Only one bag per child.

Adult DIY Kits - Book Page Pumpkins: Warrenton Central Library, 11 Winchester St., Warrenton; Bealeton Branch Library, 10977 Willow Drive, Bealeton; John Marshall Branch Library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall. All day. Celebrate the coming of Fall by making mini pumpkins out of recycled book pages. Pick up a kit while supplies last.

Art Cart: John Marshall Branch Library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. For preschool and elementary school aged children. No registration required. Free.

Preschool Story Time: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive, Bealeton.

10:30 to 11 a.m. For children up to age 5 and their families. Caregivers must remain in the children’s areas. Free; no registration required.

Tiny Tots Story Time: Warrenton Central Library, 11 Winchester St., Warrenton. 10:30 to 11 a.m. and 11 to 11:30 a.m. For infants to 2-year-old children with a caregiver. Preregistration is not required. The program’s

Spinning Yarns Knit and Crochet Club: The Open Book, 104 Main St., Warrenton.

5:30 to 7 p.m. Bring needles and hooks every first and third Tuesday from 5:30 to 7 p.m. for an informal, drop-in knitting and crocheting club. Attendees aged 18 and up can learn from each other and socialize.

There are no skills or requirements for membership.

The Power of Constructing Your Own Pathway-Opportunities for Women in Trades: Stonewall Golf Club, 15601 Turtle Point Drive, Gainesville. 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Presented by the Womens Business Council. Featured speaker is Ashley Hutson, Director of Member Engagement Heavy Construction Contractors Association.

Registration required; go to https://www. fauquierchamberva.chambermaster.com/ eventregistration/register/18771. $35 includes buffet lunch.

Family Movie Night: Middleburg Library, 101 Reed St., Middleburg. 6 to 8 p.m.

Featuring the movie “Wonka.” Snacks provided or bring them.

Middleburg Books Fiction Book Club: Middleburg Books, 17 S. Madison St., Middleburg. 6 to 7 p.m. The group will be discussing “The Sicilian Inheritance, “

by Jo Piazza. Registration is required go to https://www.tickettailor.com/events/ middleburgbooks1/1320923. Tickets prices vary.

Rambling Readers: Middleburg Library, 101 Reed St., Middleburg. 11 a.m. to noon.

For adults, meet at the library for a walk around the neighborhood while discussing books, weather permitting.

Chair Yoga for Adults: Middleburg Library, 101 Reed St., Middleburg. 2 to 3 p.m. Use a chair for support in this easy yoga class.

Wear movement-friendly clothing.

Meghan Trainor The Timeless Tour: Jiffy Lube Live, 7800 Cellar Door Drive, Bristow.

6:30 p.m. Tickets are available at www. ticketmaster.com.

Art and Nature for Kids: CSA (COOK SOMETHING AWESOME!): Warrenton Central Library, 11 Winchester St., Warrenton. 6 to 7:30 p.m. More than just a box, Community Supported Agriculture not only gives great local eats but exposes a library of new fruits and veggies. Learn how to craft recipes from the weekly CSA share in an entertaining way. For children ages 6 to 11. Presentation and supplies provided by Oak Spring Garden Foundation. Registration is required; go to https://bit.ly/3LV10ml.

Art and Nature for Teens: CSA (COOK SOMETHING AWESOME!): Warrenton Central Library, 11 Winchester St., Warrenton. 6 to 7:30 p.m. More than just a box, Community Supported Agriculture not only gives great local eats but exposes a library of new fruits and veggies. Learn how to craft recipes from the weekly CSA share in an entertaining way. For teens ages 12 to 18. Presentation and supplies provided by Oak Spring Garden Foundation. Registration is required; go to https://bit.ly/3LV10ml.

Pajama Story Time: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive North, Bealeton.

6:30 to 7 p.m. For all ages, stories, songs and activities, PJs are welcome. No registration required. Free.

Seniors Active in Living (S.A.I.L.): Providence Baptist Church Fellowship Hall, 7111 Leeds Manor Road, Orlean. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This program is designed for seniors 60 and over. Meet new people and reconnect with old friends, tips on how to stay physically fit, avoiding scams, ways of supplementing income and how to volunteer in the community. To register, call 984-6643937.

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CORUM MAKES NFL DEBUT ON SPECIAL TEAMS

Warrenton native Blake Corum became the second Fauquier County athlete to play in the NFL when he debuted last Sunday for the Los Angeles Rams. The running back saw action on special teams, registering one tackle. He did not get any carries in a 26-20 loss to the Detroit Lions.

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Fauquier coach Donnie Downs got a victory soaking after guiding the Falcons to an impressive 35-14 win over Liberty in the 31st Bird Bowl. Above right, the visiting stands were filled with Falcon fans Friday in Bealeton. At lower right, dynamic senior Bo Green harasses Liberty quarterback Gavin Cook.

Fauquier wins first Bird Bowl since 2002 BIRD BOWL HISTORY 2024: Fauquier 35-14 2023: Liberty 38-6 2022: Liberty 49-0 2021: Liberty 24-20 (1-0, forfeit) 2020: Liberty 22-0 2019: Liberty, 42-12 2018: Liberty, 41-24 2017: Liberty, 57-13 2016: Liberty, 28-27 2015: Liberty, 39-34 2014: Liberty, 58-21 2013: Liberty, 28-10 2012: Liberty, 42-28 2011: Liberty, 42-7 2010: Liberty, 27-21 2009: Liberty, 50-20 2008: Liberty, 28-21 2007: Liberty, 33-26 2006: Liberty, 22-6 2005: Liberty, 14-6 2004: Liberty, 21-3 2003: Liberty, 44-0 2002: Fauquier, 14-10 2001: Liberty, 41-7 2000: Liberty, 25-0 1999: Fauquier, 10-7 1998: Liberty, 42-0 1997: Liberty, 15-12 1996: Liberty, 23-13 1995: Fauquier, 41-13 1994: Fauquier, 27-10 Liberty leads 26-5

Falcons down Liberty 35-14 to end 21-year losing streak in local rivalry game

By Matthew Proctor Staff Writer

The last time the Fauquier High football team won the Bird Bowl, George W. Bush was president, none of the current Falcons were born, and first-year head coach Donnie Downs was only 10 years old.

After 21 long years of agonizing losses, the Falcons reclaimed the trophy Friday night, beating archrival Liberty 35-14 in Bealeton in the debut game for Fauquier coach Donnie Downs.

Downs was drenched by his players with a Gatorade shower as the game ended, part of an unrestrained celebration by the entire Fauquier contingent of players, students, parents, alumni and faculty.

“I know how important it is to the kids in this community, and it hasn’t been much of a rivalry recently. I almost can’t put it into words,” said a dripping-wet Downs.

Year after year, Fauquier’s players dejectedly watched Liberty’s players raise the Fauquier Times-sponsored trophy in glee as part of the postgame ritual. On Friday, the Falcons were the ones dancing with the tro-

“This is only the first to come. We’re coming again next year.”

FAUQUIER RECEIVER JUSTIN CLARKE

phy as Liberty looked on, processing the painful loss.

Fauquier won its first Bird Bowl since a 14-10 win in 2002. Liberty still leads the Bird Bowl series 26-5.

“It’s really surreal. This whole week I envisioned this. I had chills since like three minutes were left in the fourth quarter,” said Fauquier quarterback Amari Martin, a junior who fueled Fauquier’s dynamic offensive effort with two touchdown passes.

“I’m just proud of them. They played hard, they played with great effort, they never quit,” said Downs.

Behind a dominant defensive line, a diverse offense and loads of positive energy, Fauquier overcame an early 7-0 deficit to take a 21-7 halftime lead. Eli Bynaker’s 1-yard rushing TD with under three minutes to go gave Fauquier a 35-14 lead.

Downs couldn’t have dreamed of a better debut for the downtrodden FHS program, which hasn’t made the playoffs since 2014. Coupled with a 21-13 win over Meridian in

last season’s outgoing game under coach Karl Buckwalter, the Falcons have won two games in a row for the first time since 2020 when they opened 2-0 in the pandemic-shortened year.

“I’m so glad Coach Downs came and changed the culture of our team.

I’m happy, but I’m lost for words,” said junior wide receiver Justin Clarke.

The game couldn’t have started any worse for the Falcons as a long return by Liberty’s Landon Hirmer on the opening kickoff set up a 13-yard rushing TD by quarterback Gavin Cook on the second play of the game. Fauquier then went three-andout on its first offensive possession.

But on its second drive, Fauquier marched 63 yards, all on the ground, ending with a 28-yard TD run by tight end Bo Green out of the Wildcat formation to tie the game at 7-7.

The Falcons went to the Wildcat frequently, using a combination of speed and physicality with Green, running back Aaron Lewis and wide receiver Eli Bynaker, to great success. “(Green) is a special athlete that not a lot of teams have, let alone us.

We promised him we were going to find a way to still get him to ball, and this was one of those ways,” Downs said.

See BIRD BOWL, page 14

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Doyle displays golden glove, and now-lethal bat 2016 Kettle Run grad continues to shine as Rockies’ center fielder

By Matthew Proctor Staff Writer

By all accounts Brenton Doyle’s emergence as the starting center fielder for the Colorado Rockies made his rookie year in 2023 a raging success.

The 2016 Kettle Run High graduate became the third man from Fauquier County to play Major League Baseball, and he went on to win the National League Gold Glove Award as the best fielder at his position by making spectacular plays repeatedly, solidifying his status as a starter this year.

But his low batting average bothered him. There were holes in his swing, and he knew it.

“I worked really hard this past offseason to offensively fix some things, and the results have been very pleasing,” Doyle said.

Three weeks ago at Nationals Park Doyle, 26, showed up for a threegame series against the Washington Nationals as arguably the best hitter in the Rockies lineup this year.

Now batting third, Doyle is hitting .268 with 22 homers, 66 RBI, 26 stolen bases and a .793 OPS, all well ahead of his rookie numbers. He finished 5-for-12 with a double and a 406-foot solo home run into the left field bullpen against the Nationals.

“I think confidence is the biggest thing” Doyle said. “This past offseason, I worked really hard on some mechanical tweaks and just getting a lot more comfortable with my swing and bringing the confidence each at-bat, knowing that this is the swing that’s going to work for me every single time.”

Rockies manager Bud Black said the work paid off.

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Brenton Doyle returned to Nationals Park from Aug. 20-22 as a breakout star center fielder for the Colorado Rockies. The 2016 Kettle Run High graduate is batting .268 with 22 home runs, 66 RBI and 26 stolen bases. Photo Courtesy Colorado Rockies.

“He’s had a pretty consistent year, and when you’re consistent, I think that makes you feel good about where you are and your performance every day,” he said. “There’s been a couple valleys in there, but he’s come out of them, and you can see the confidence growing.”

For Doyle, July was a statement month. In 26 games, he batted .333 with 11 home runs, 27 RBI and an astonishing 1.194 OPS. He was later named National League Player of the Month.

“You’d be hard-pressed to find a player who’s improved more yearover-year,” said Rockies’ veteran all-star outfielder Charlie Blackmon.

“He’s making fewer mistakes, he’s putting more pitches in play than he should be, he’s hitting for power, he’s taking the strike-to-ball slider more frequently. He’s just a better hitter top to bottom.”

Doyle said he worked hard throughout last offseason to simplify his swing. He also understands

the importance of game planning for each pitcher he faces.

“I don’t need any unnecessary movements, and that’s really allowed me to focus more on the pitch that’s coming at me rather than how my body’s moving to hit the pitch,” he said. “(My) rookie season, there’s so much going on that sometimes you forget to do things here and there, and this year I’ve been able to slow things down a lot more and game plan against certain pitchers. Knowing how I want to attack them has been a big help.”

Black said changing what Doyle did with his hands and head were huge.

“Some of the movement that he was doing last year necessitated a change,” said Black. “He came into spring training, and it showed immediately from the critical eye of the coaching staff that this looks different. And he stayed with it. All the work that he’s put in has paid off.”

Doyle’s Gold Glove defense remains state of the art. Google his name and any number of highlight reel plays are available. The athletic 6-foot-4, 210-pounder ranks third in arm strength and tied for fifth in outs above average among all MLB outfielders, according to Baseball Savant.

Doyle said receiving his Gold Glove Award was the highlight of his rookie season.

“As a guy that takes a lot of pride in his defense, the Gold Glove is like the holy grail award you can get. To do that my first year was pretty awesome. I’m trying to do it again this year,” he said.

As for life outside the diamond, Doyle is enjoying living in Denver with wife Shelby and 3-year-old daughter Braelynn.

“We’ve got a small apartment right downtown,” he said. “Denver’s great. It’s an awesome city.”

Fauquier wins first Bird Bowl since 2002 BIRD BOWL, from page 13

PHOTO BY DOUG STROUD

Coach Donnie Downs and Amari Martin are happy to be taking the Bird Bowl trophy home to Warrenton after 21 straight losses.

Fauquier took a 14-7 lead on its next possession when Martin connected with Clarke on a 27-yard slot fade to the left corner of the end zone. Martin finished 6-of-12 for 89 yards, two TDs and one interception and was named Fauquier’s Bird Bowl MVP. Clarke caught five passes for 60 yards and a TD Fauquier extended the lead to 21-7 going into halftime as senior Gabe Rogers returned a blocked punt by senior Jayden Stringfellow 20 yards for a TD. But Liberty wasn’t done, cutting the deficit to 21-14 on quarterback Gavin Cook’s electrifying 88-yard TD run. Cook ran right on a read option, picked up a crucial block on the outside by wide receiver Caleb Owens and veered to the sideline where he hit the jets, only needing to slip an ankle tackle near the 10-yard line.

Cook, who was named Liberty Bird Bowl MVP, was nearly all Liberty’s offense. He ran for 212 yards, often on

'I didn't know how hungry they were going to be.'

-DONNIE DOWNS, FAUQUIER COACH

broken plays, and rushed for two TDs. He completed 8-of-14 passes for 53 yards and was sacked five times.

Fauquier added two TDs in the fourth quarter – a 29-yard reception by senior David Mayfield and a 1-yard run by Bynaker – to clinch its first Bird Bowl in 21 years.

“I’m proud of how much they bought in in such a short time. I knew I was going to get a talented group, but I didn’t know how hungry they were going to be and just how bought in they would be,” Downs said.

Now the Falcons want to keep the Bird Bowl trophy, which is held by the winning school.

“This is only the first to come.

We’re coming again next year. We want to win every year. We’re going to start a streak on our side now,” said Clarke.

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KETTLE RUN VOLLEYBALL PREVIEW

After making states, Cougars might be even better

By Matthew Proctor Staff Writer

Through three games, the Kettle Run High volleyball team has yet to drop a set, but coach Rod Crooks isn’t content.

The talented Cougars are eying a monster year, returning all but three members from last year’s 16-8 squad that reached the Class 3 tournament for only the second time in program history after falling to rival Fauquier High School in 5-sets in the Region B final.

“When we play well, we’re a little better than we were last year. That’s what I tell them, and that’s what I believe,” said Crooks. “I’ve got high aspirations, and I’m not going to let them look for anything lower.

The state tournament is a bar set, so we’re going to try our best to get back there again.”

Kettle Run is 3-0 after defeating visiting Liberty 25-13, 25-16, 25-8 on Sept. 5. They also swept Meridian 25-16, 25-20, 25-20 on Aug. 29 and Warren County 25-21, 25-18, 2512 on Sept. 3.

“We had our first test at Warren County. We won 3-0 and the score went down each set, so I was proud of them for that,” Crooks said. “(Against Liberty) I think we could have played a little better. We’ve got a lot of things in the oven we’re trying to figure out and we’re still trying to get some stuff done.”

PHOTO BY DOUG STROUD

Freshman Ava Ewald and the Kettle Run Cougars are seeking a second consecutive Class 3 state tournament appearance this season.

The starting lineup includes seniors Gracie Chumley, Alexis Emmell, Katie Ewald and juniors Brooke DeAtley, Kyla Jones and Kendall May. Sophomore Maddie Stubblefield is the libero and junior Bella Carlson and freshman Ava Ewald are

the top hitters on the bench. Senior Olivia Busby, junior Melody Harlan and sophomore Alex Adam are other strong options.

Ava Ewald leads the Cougars with 23 kills while Emmell has 50 assists.

As a team, Kettle Run has 23 aces through three games.

“Gracie Chumley is our captain,” Crooks said. “Both the Ewald sisters, Katie and Ava, are playing and doing extremely well. Maddie Stubblefield is really playing great defense in the back, and then we’ve got a lot of ‘steady Eddies.’”

The team has several hitters who can put the ball down, he said.

“Serve receive was suspect at one point, and now I’m happy with it, so it’s looking a whole lot better,” Crooks said. “We can hit, and normally we can block. Tonight (against Liberty) was a little off, but at Warren County we did a great job blocking, so we’re doing well.”

One advantage the Cougars have is height as Adam, Busby, Chumley, DeAtley, the Ewalds and Jones have great size and leaping ability.

“Blocking needs to continue to get improved on, but our strength is that we are good one through 12.

We don’t have any weaknesses on this team, so they just need to learn to play that way every single night,” said Crooks.

He expects the Cougars to contend for the region title again.

“We’re fighting to be at the top, one, two or three, someplace up in there so that we can have a good first round and then get to the regional final,” he said. “That puts us in the state tournament, and then our goal is to obviously go farther than what we did last year.”

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PHOTOS BY DOUG STROUD

Left: A historic fire engine from Warrenton cruises down Main Street. Middle: (from left) Lucy Wolf, 6, of Bluemont; Charlie Wolf, 4, of Bluemont, Joanna Wolf, 2, of Bluemont and Eva Bothwell, 2, of Catlett wave at firefighters and floats as the parade passes by. Right: David Achter, a freshman at James Madison University, has been volunteering with the Warrenton Volunteer Fire Company for more than a year.

Warrenton Fire Company celebrates centennial with parade PARADE, from page 1 Today, he is the assistant fire chief for the same company. And his nine-year-old grandson Bryson Ross tells him, “Pop-Pop, when I get old, I’m joining.”

Ross is one of several volunteers at Warrenton Volunteer Fire Company whose service spans decades and even generations.

On Saturday, the fire company celebrated its 100th anniversary with a parade of around 80 vehicles — historic and modern fire trucks and floats driven by former and current members of the company. The parade started on Main Street in Old Town Warrenton and ended in the parking lot of Fauquier High School. There, the vehicles were “field judged” in the fashion of a traditional fireman’s fair: the oldest apparatus, the best appearing, etc.

In addition to food trucks, a dunk tank and a prophose where kids could try their hands at spraying a fire target, the century-old company also had a recruitment table set up, asking community members to step up to the plate.

A volunteer fire company depends on volunteers, after all.

Ongoing recruitment efforts are needed to keep the Warrenton Fire Company well-staffed — an ongoing struggle in 2024. Ross described the fading habit of volunteerism as “a nationwide issue” –— an opinion backed up by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. According to the agency’s “American Time Use Survey,” hours American citizens spend volunteering decreased by almost a third from 2003 to 2023.

Ross does not know why people don’t volunteer as much as they used to.

“That’s the million-dollar question,” he said.

“Maybe people are stuck in their silos. I can only hope that we can continue to draw numbers in.”

The Warrenton Volunteer Fire Company is adapting, though. It has increased its messaging campaign, holds recruitment drives and sets up interest tables at local events. When people fill out a form, they are soon contacted by a county volunteer coordinator before they lose interest.

“The time they carve out, they’ll quickly find something else to do with it,” Ross said.

That quick-response strategy, perhaps aided by

the centennial festivities, is paying off.

Ross said the company has seen a “huge influx over the last six months,” with 20 new members.

“It’s a lot of commitment, especially when you’re training,” Ross said.

But he said that once applicants make it through that time-intensive step, the company tries to work around the schedules of volunteers.

“A couple hours here and there makes a big difference,” Ross said.

And some members are fervent, like David Achter, a freshman at James Madison University, who has volunteered for more than a year. He has driven back to Warrenton every weekend since August to volunteer his time at the company.

Achter is one of the company’s top “call runners,” volunteers who respond to the most emergencies in a year, Ross said.

Ross reasons to volunteer range from gaining job skills to being part of a community, and he and a sense of satisfaction from serving others.

“On (someone’s) worst day, we were there to make it better,” Ross said.

Staff writer Tate Hewitt can be reached at thewitt@fauquier.com.

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Isabella Ramirez Castano to Patricia Elizabeth Ruiz, 11216 Meadfield Drive, Bealeton. $435,000 Christopher G. Correa to Emperatriz Poblete Matilde, 6635 Brookside Court, Bealeton. $450,000 Willingham Enterprises LLC to Jenny Fuentes, 0.9891 acre at 11555 James Madison Street, Remington. $490,000 Melvin C. Chappell Jr. to Jose Elias Hercules Alfaro, 0.46 acre at 6934 Maplewood Drive, Bealeton. $445,000 Marvin C. Wingate Tr. to Connie Sue Hewitt, 6658 Oak Shade Road, Bealeton. $400,000 James Hamill to Christopher Correa, 10816 King Nobel Lane near Bealeton. $580,000

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LLC, 238 Carriage Chase Circle, Warrenton. $635,000 Lori Q. Kratzer to Daniel Justin McCormick, 712 Starting Point Court, Warrenton. $735,000 Beverly Ballard Brown to Meagan Donelan, 237 Jefferson Street, Warrenton. $485,000 AMP X 2 LLC to Gayatri Rentals LLC, Unit 104 at 400 Holiday Court, Warrenton. $317,500 Roberta G. Hale to Jessica Michelle Cherenzia, 779 General Wallace Court, Warrenton. $449,900 Michael C. Johnson to Thomas Sanford Jr., 6433 White’s Mill Lane, Warrenton. $710,000

Robert C. Upham to Olivia A. Nichas, 1.6310 acres at 6279 Millwood Drive, Warrenton. $760,000 Christopher J. McCarthy to John Stephen Loesel, 7273 Marr Drive, Warrenton. $500,000 819 JMH LLC to Ngo James Madison Hwy. LLC, 3 acres at 819 James Madison Hwy., Warrenton. $1,150,000 Ralph R. Hunsucker to Michael Feinstein, 514 Estate Ave., Warrenton. $590,000 Adam D. Harvey to Tien Cotter, 0.6152 acre at 6245 Ghadban Court, Warrenton. $650,000 Charles Luther Cross III to Benjamin Zogby, 606 Galina Way, Warrenton. $790,000 Michelle G. Smith Successor Tr. to 238 Carriage Chase

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Donna Fay Chappell Ennis

Eleanor K (Henninger) Utzy

Donna Fay Chappell Ennis, age 68, of Midland died on September 1, 2024 at Brookside Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

She was born March 9, 1956 in Arlington, VA to the late Albert and Bertha Dunn Chappell. She was also supported by the late Charles and Fern McWilliams.

She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Robert (Bobby) Ennis Sr.; three sons Robert (Punkin) Ennis Jr. (Shannon), Billy R. Ennis (Twanna), and George T. Ennis (Amanda); her daughter-in-law Felicia Lilly; her twin brother Donald Ray Chappell, two sisters Sarah Chappell Howell, and Geraldine Smith; in addition to fourteen grandchildren Marissa, Justin, Juli, Cheyenne, Gracie, Peyton, Colton, Ruby, Michael, Moses, Maryah, George, BellaJane and Grayson; and one great-grandchild Nathan.

In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her siblings Gerald Chappell, Ronnie Chappell, and Richard Chappell.

Donna was devoted to her husband and family. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and her three puppies. Her hobbies included fishing, shopping, watching tv and sports, road trips, enjoying life and sleeping.

Donna was a dedicated bus driver while her children attended school, then she became a medical receptionist. Due to illness, she retired from her cherished employer, Piedmont Internal Medicine, where she loved her co-workers and the physicians as family.

The family received friends on Thursday, September 5, 2024 from 5 to 7 pm at Moser Funeral Home, 233 Broadview Avenue, Warrenton, VA 20186.

Eleanor K (Henninger) Utzy passed away peacefully Friday, September 6, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones. She was predeceased in death by her husband, Richard G. Utzy.

She loved playing cards, Mah Jongg, the beach, Walt Disney World and Mickey Mouse. More than anything, she loved her family.

She is survived by her children, Kevin Utzy, Beth Fitzpatrick (Kevin), Melissa Cater (Dane) and Meg Lecraw (Gary), eight grandchildren, Justin Bradfield, Tyler Bradfield (Katie), Kimberly Fitzpatrick, Andrew Bradfield, Trevor Utzy (Mattie), Lauren Fitzpatrick, Amanda Cater and Ryan Cater, and six great-grandchildren, Kaleigh, Madison, Wyatt, Caroline, Parker and Brooklyn.

A graveside service will be held Wednesday, September 11, 2024, at 2:00 pm at Stonewall Memorial Gardens in Manassas, Virginia.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to American Cancer Society in her memory.

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Herbert Edward Travers Herbert (Herbie) Edward Travers, formerly of Warrenton, passed away on August 31 at his home in Catharpin, VA. He was born on September 7, 1929 in Warrenton to the late Robert Lee Travers and Grace Ruffner Travers.

He graduated from Warrenton High School in 1948 and enlisted in the US Navy where he served for two years. In 1953, he married Lucille (Sally) Virginia Brown of Calverton.

He is survived by his wife, three daughters (Jackie, Becky, and Cindy), six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

There will be a memorial service at the Warrenton United Methodist Church on Church St. in Warrenton at 11:00 am on Saturday Sept 21.

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Alison Duffey Lee, 84 of The Plains, VA passed away peacefully with her family by her side on August 29, 2024 at her home.

She was born on May 15, 1940 in Washington, DC, the daughter of the late Randolph G. Duffey and Viola Townsend Winmill. She was educated at The Calvert School through eighth grade and graduated from Hannah More Academy, in Maryland.

In her early years, Alison's love and passion was riding and showing horses with dreams of competing on the U. S. Olympic team. She was a member of the Board of Directors of the Warrenton Horse Show and volunteered with the Old Dominion Endurance Ride.

In 1958 she met her husband, James S. Lee, who was an avid race-car enthusiast. They married in 1959 at St. James Episcopal Church in Warrenton and her love of horses turned into a passion for horsepower that was Drag Racing. They began locally at small tracks in Manassas and Sumerduck. From 1967 until 1982 she and Jim were in the top ten in the country in championship points for over 20 years all over the country. They set the National Hot Rod Association elapsed time records three times in the "Top Fuel" category for quickest dragsters. Alison had the talent and knowledge for taking down and rebuilding the engines and earned the "Crew Chief of the Year" award during her racing career. She and Jim were inducted in 1995 into the International Drag Racing Hall of Fame. Her grandson Tyler is now a third generation drag racer.

Alison also enjoyed playing tennis for 20 years competing out of Chestnut Forks Tennis Club. She then became coordinator for the United States Tennis Association League adult teams in Virginia.

For more than thirty years, Mrs. Lee worked with the Fauquier Hospital Auxiliary in many ways including the former Thrift Shop until its closing. The Auxiliary honored her record of volunteerism in 2015 by naming her the "Top of the Tree" honoree in the "Lights for Life" program held at Christmas each year.

She was also a member of the Warrenton Garden Club.

She is survived by her husband, James S. Lee, Jr.; her daughter and son-in-law, Diane Lee and Robert Hilton of The Plains; her son, James S. Lee, III of Cumberland, MD; one brother, Randy West of San Francisco, CA; one grandson, Tyler N. Hilton of Cincinnati, OH and one great grandchild, Riley McClurg of Cumberland, MD. A younger brother, Allen T. Duffey preceded her in death.

A celebration of her life will be scheduled at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or to DRAW- Drag Racing Association of Women (drawonline.com).

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Case No: CL24-394 Heirs of Ernest Robinson John Fitzgerald Terry Michelle Terry Deborah Terry Charlene Jackson Jose A. Alas Lillie Mae Robinson Veronica Ann Robinson Joshua Robinson Richard Ernest Robinson Daniel Robinson Ricardo Frederick Middleton Evans Keith Chambers Addresses Unknown

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All of the heirs, devisees and successors (and their creditors and spouses) of Ernest Robinson (also known as Lemon Ernest Robinson), deceased, including his wife Bessie Ella Robinson, his daughter Constantine Robinson Wills and her children Vivian Wills, Constance Wills, and Theresa Wills Brown, his daughter Gertrude Alice Mason and her son Thomas Legrand Mason, his daughter Ethel Irene Robinson and her son Elmer Livingston Terry, his son Brownie Warner Robinson, his son Joseph Lee Robinson, Sr. and his children Joseph Lee Robinson, Jr., Thomas Eugene Robinson, Daniel Robinson, David Robinson, Clara Robinson, and Robert Lee Robinson, his daughter Mary Ann Carpenter and her children Marilyn Felice Carpenter and Golden Allen Carpenter, his son Lemon Ernest Robinson, his daughter Naomi Virginia Robinson and her son Ernest Eugene Butler, his daughter Madge McCue Robinson and her children Bessie Ann Middleton and Jan Ilene Middleton, and her daughter Tamika Diane Middleton, and his daughter Elsie Marcella Robinson Phillipps and her children George Golder Phillipps and Ernest Shirley Phillipps; who are believed dead; and any and all persons who have or who claim to have any interest in that property known as Lot 3, 3.6292 acres, PIN#6936-73-7199-000 and Lot 4, 2.0000acres, PIN#6936-73-7534-000, on northeast side of Conde Road (Route 737), about one mile from Orlean, Marshall Magisterial District, Fauquier County Virginia, according to survey of Ernest Robinson Heirs Property recorded in Deed Book 630, page 1169, and being portions of properties conveyed to Ernest Robinson among the land records of Fauquier County, Virginia; who are unknown and who are made parties hereto as PARTIES UNKNOWN, Defendants ORDER OF PUBLICATION DEFENDANTS WITH UNKNOWN ADDRESSES AND PARTIES UNKNOWN The objects of this cause that property known as Lot 3, 3.6292 acres, PIN#6936-73-7199-000 and Lot 4, 2.0000acres, PIN#6936-73-7534-000, on northeast side of Conde Road (Route 737), about one mile from Orlean, Marshall Magisterial District, Fauquier County Virginia, according to survey of Ernest Robinson Heirs Property recorded in Deed Book 630, page 1169 owned by Ernest Robinson, are to terminate the interests of all persons who are not descendants of Ernest Robinson; to remove clouds on title; to partition the property resolving all questions of law; and to take cognizance of all questions of law affecting the legal title that may arise in these proceedings.

It is therefore ORDERED that this Order be published in the Fauquier Times for four consecutive weeks and that the above-named persons and those made defendants by the general description of Parties Unknown, appear on or before the 27th day of September, 2024 at 9:30am in the Office of the Clerk of this Court and do what is necessary to protect their respective interests herein.

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Douglas L. Fleming, Jr. JUDGE WE ASK FOR THIS: Robert deT. Lawrence, IV, VSB #03779 Bennett T. W. Eastham, Esq. VSB#93484 Walker Jones, P.C. 31 Winchester Street, Warrenton, VA 20186 Telephone: 540-347-9223; Facsimile: 540 349-1715 Counsel for Plaintiff

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The objects of this cause, concerning that property known as 9499 Old Waterloo Road, Marshall, Marshall Magisterial District, Fauquier County, Virginia, assessed as 5.495 acres, PIN #6953-57-3104-000 previously owned by Mary Fannie Smoot, are to terminate the interests of all persons who are not descendants of Mary Fannie Smoot; to remove clouds on title; to partition the property resolving all questions of law affecting the legal title that may arise in these proceedings.

It is therefore ORDERED that this Order be published in the Fauquier Times for four consecutive weeks and that the above-named persons and those made defendants by the general description of Parties Unknown, appear on or before the 27th day of September 2024 in the Office of the Clerk of this Court and do what is necessary to protect their respective interests herein.

Entered this 5th day of August, 2024.

Douglas L. Fleming, Jr.; JUDGE WE ASK FOR THIS: Robert deT. Lawrence, IV, VSB #03779 Bennett T. W. Eastham, Esq. VSB#93484 Walker Jones, P.C., 31 Winchester Street, Warrenton, VA 20186 Telephone: 540-347-9223; Facsimile: 540 349-1715 Counsel for Plaintiff

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A Joint Public Hearing with the Town Council and Planning Commission will be held on September 16, 2024 at 7:00 P. M. at 6451 Main Street, The Plains, VA 20198 regarding the request of John B.. Adams, Jr., t/a JBA White Hall, LLC for a Special Use Permit to operate a professional office at 6416 Adams Lane located within an R-2 Zoning District, Parcel #6989-86-1957-000.

Copies of the material are available at the John Marshall Library, Marshall Community Center, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall, VA 20115 during regular business hours or by calling the Town Clerk at (540) 364-4945 or email: theplainstreasurer@gmail.com.

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V I R G I N I A: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF FAUQUIER COUNTY IN RE: THE ESTATE OF BOBBY GENE ORR HAROLD LEE ORR, EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF BOBBY GENE ORR THE TRUSTEES OF THE VALLEY VIEW FREEWILL BAPTIST CHURCH ROBERT STANLEY, TRUSTEE A.C. BLEVINS, TRUSTEE WALTER BRYANT, TRUSTEE BOBBY HAMMONDS, TRUSTEE MARK VANOVER, TRUSTEE SCOTT ORR KEVIN ORR; Plaintiffs, v. CL24-438 CHRISTINA ORR OR HER UNKNOWN HEIRS AND THE UNKNOWN HEIRS OF DOLLY CARBAUGH Defendants, ORDER OF PUBLICATION THIS DAY came Donald E. Coulter, Counsel for Plaintiffs, Heirs of Bobby Gene Orr, pursuant to Virginia Code Section 8.01-316(A)(3) of the Code of Virginia of 1950, as amended, and requested that an Order of Publication be authorized; it further appearing That the object of this proceeding is to effectuate the Petition for Aid and Direction, and modification to the will by your Plaintiffs, Executors, Trustees, and Scott and Kevin Orr, through their counsel, against your Defendants, Christina Orr or her unknown heirs, and the unknown heirs of Dolly Carbaugh, and, IT APPEARING TO THE COURT that an Affidavit for Order of Publication having been made and filed and that due diligence has been used by and on behalf of Counsel for Plaintiffs, Executors, Trustees, and Scott and Kevin Orr, herein to ascertain the names and/or the whereabouts of the Defendants, Christina Orr or her unknown heirs and the unknown heirs of Dolly Carbaugh; it is therefore; ADJUDGED, ORDERED AND DECREED that Defendants, Christina Orr or her unknown heirs and the unknown heirs of Dolly Carbaugh, appear on or before the 11th day of October, 2024, in the Clerk's Office of this Court; to-wit: Fauquier County Circuit Court, 29 Ashby St. Warrenton, Virginia 20186 and do what is necessary to protect their interest(s) in the modification to the will, for admittance to probate, that the Court provide Aid and Direction to your Executor with respect to the disposition of the beq2uest designated for the benefit of Dolly Carbaugh. it is further ENTERED THIS 26th DAY OF August, 2024.

James E. Plowman, JUDGE, of Fauquier County Circuit Court I ASK FOR THIS: Donald E. Coulter, Esq. (VSB #14886) PURNELL, McKENNETT & MENKE, P.C. Counsel for The Estate of Bobby Gene Orr, Harold Lee Orr, Executor of the Estate of Bobby Gene Orr, The Trustees of the Valley View Freewill Baptist Church, Robert Stanly, et al, Scott Orr and Kevin Orr 9214 Center Street, Suite 101; Manassas, Virginia 20110 Tel: (703) 368-9196; Fax: (703) 361-0092 Email: dcoulter@manassaslawyers.com

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE FAUQUIER COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 The Fauquier County Planning Commission will hold a work session beginning at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, September 19, 2024, in the Warren Green Building, First Floor Meeting Room, 10 Hotel Street, Warrenton, Virginia.

The Fauquier County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the following items at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 19, 2024, in the Warren Green Building, First Floor Meeting Room, 10 Hotel Street, Warrenton, Virginia: ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT AMENDMENT TEXT-24-022830 – A Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment to Section 2-308.1 related to Boundary Line Adjustments on property under a Non-Common Open :WHJL LHZLTLU[ (T` 9VNLYZ :[HɈ

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V I R G I N I A: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF FAUQUIER COUNTY SUSAN CARTER, ET AL (aka Susie Carter) Plaintiff, SEE ATTACHED LIST OF CO-PLAINTIFFS v. CL24-437 THE HEIRS OF THORNTON CARTER SUSAN CARTER (aka Susie Carter) MARSHAL GRAY CARTER THORNTON CARTER CHESTER B. CARTER EMILY B. CARTER PETE CARTER WHEALAN CARTER GEORGE E CARTER AND THEIR UNKNOWN HEIRS Defendants, ORDER OF PUBLICATION THIS DAY came Donald E. Coulter, Counsel for Plaintiff, Susan Carter aka Susie Carter, pursuant to Virginia Code Section 8.01-316(A)(3) of the Code of Virginia of 1950, as amended, and requested that an Order of Publication be authorized; it further appearing That the object of this proceeding is to effectuate the Complaint for Partition by your Plaintiff, through their counsel, against your Defendant's , unknown and unlocatable heirs, and, IT APPEARING TO THE COURT that an Affidavit for Order of Publication having been made and filed and that due diligence has been used by and on behalf of Counsel for Plaintiff, herein to ascertain the names and/or the whereabouts of the Defendants, and their unknown heirs; it is therefore; ADJUDGED, ORDERED AND DECREED that Defendant, and their unknown heirs, appear on or before the 11th day of October, 2024, in the Clerk's Office of this Court; to-wit: Fauquier County Circuit Court, 29 Ashby St. Warrenton, Virginia 20186 and do what is necessary to protect their interest(s) in the Complaint for Partition with respect to the disposition of the bequest designated for the benefit of unknown heirs, it is further ENTERED THIS 26th DAY OF August, 2024.

James E. Plowman, JUDGE, of Fauquier County Circuit Court I ASK FOR THIS: Donald E. Coulter, Esq. (VSB #14886) PURNELL, McKENNETT & MENKE, P.C. 9214 Center Street, Suite 101; Manassas, Virginia 20110 Tel: (703) 368-9196; Fax: (703) 361-0092 Email: dcoulter@manassaslawyers.com Counsel for Susan Carter aka Susie Carter, et al

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ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ019492-02-00 FAUQUIER COUNTY J&DR-JUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re ALVARADO GODOY, TATIANA E GODOY CRUZ, LUSDARY /v. ALVARADO ORELLANA, MELVIN The object of this suit is to: DETERMINE CUSTODY OF TATIANA ALVARADO GODOY It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X). appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 10/25/2024; 8:30AM Honorable Melissa N. Cupp, Judge

ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ019519-01-00 FAUQUIER COUNTY J&DR-JUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re ZUNIGA MARTINEZ, YOSARI G MARTINEZ CASTRO, YENIFER /v. ZUNIGA JIMENEZ, ROMANThe object of this suit is to: DETERMINE CUSTODY OF YOSARI ZUNIGA MARTINEZ It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X). appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 11/01/2024; 8:30AM Honorable Melissa N. Cupp, Judge Legal Notices

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ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ019589-01-00 FAUQUIER COUNTY J&DR-JUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re RIVAS CANENGUEZ, CARLOS D CANENGUEZ LOVATO, RUBY /v. RIVAS MEJIA, CARLOS The object of this suit is to: DETERMINE CUSTODY OF CARLOS RIVAS CANENGUEZ It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X). appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 11/01/2024; 8:30AM Honorable Melissa N. Cupp, Judge

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