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A look back at a stormy 2018 By Jill Palermo

Times Staff Writer

Stormy weather and stormier politics dominated the headlines in Fauquier County in 2018. Local residents endured the rainiest year since 1889 and coped with not one but two federal government shutdowns (the latest of which was at 10 days and counting as of press time).

Voters went to the polls three times in 2018: for the May 1 town elections, the June 12 primaries and for the Nov. 6 general election that saw the Democrats take over the House of Representatives for the first time since 2011. Rep. Tom Garrett, R-5th, announced on Memorial Day he would not seek re-election in order to battle an addiction to alcohol. He’ll be replaced this month

by Denver Riggleman, a Republican who owns a whiskey distillery outside Charlottesville. The Air Force veteran beat Democrat Leslie Cockburn, an investigative journalist, in the Nov. 6 election with 53 percent of the vote. In Warrenton, the May elections ushered in a new mayor During the March 1 windstorm, two large pine trees fell and one new town councilman. in the front of Debbie Ogden’s home on Beverleys Mill Road in Broad Run. One came down on her carport, demolishing the structure and crushing her Dodge.

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Three local CrossFit ‘boxes’ offer challenging workouts and a community of believers By Robin Earl

Times Staff Writer

CrossFit is about ‘functional fitness’ PHOTO BY CARSON MCRAE

Michelle Winner pushes herself while Sherry Sprague cheers her on at Virginia 15-29 CrossFit. INSIDE Business...............................................9 Classified............................................28 Communities......................................22 Faith...................................................20

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CrossFit athletes have a reputation for being tough. Have you seen people running uphill on Second Street with sandbags over their shoulders or sprinting along the Warrenton Greenway as twilight settles? They are “CrossFitters.” In gyms throughout Fauquier, they are lifting heavy weights, climbing ropes like Marine recruits and otherwise challenging themselves to new levels of physical fitness. CrossFit is a form of “functional exercise.” Rather than relying on exercise machines or a narrow series of repetitive movements, CrossFit makes use of a variety of modalities. Barbells, pull-up bars, gymnastic rings, rowing machines, kettlebells – all and more may be employed in a CrossFit workout. Besides being hard-core about their workout methods, CrossFit enthusiasts are difficult to stereotype. Men and women are about equally represented. College athletes share the gym with grandmas, and even kids as young as 4 are into the act. The first CrossFit gym opened in 1996 in Santa Cruz, California. Today there are more than 13,000 locations in 120 countries. Many athletic hopefuls will head to gyms this January, hoping to keep their resolutions going at least until March. In CrossFit gyms, known as “boxes,” athletes will insist their friends try a class or two, hoping they get hooked for good – just like they did. See CROSSFIT, Page 4

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Remington mom, FEMA manager enters Lee District school board race By Karen Chaffraix Times Staff Writer

Stephanie Litter-Reber, a Remington mother of two, says she’s running for the Fauquier County School Board to address high teacher-turnover and classroom funding. The Federal Emergency Management Agency information systems manager was working at home on a recent Thursday as an “essential employee” whose scheduled days off evaporated with the government shutdown. “You learn to go with the flow,” she said jovially. The 15-year Remington resident would bring to the elected post decades of experience in the federal government along with active-duty service in the Navy, where she was trained in advanced electronics. She grew up in New York, graduated from high school in Ohio, and earned an associate degree in computer science from University of Maryland and a bachelor’s degree in information technology management from American Intercontinental University. Litter-Reber spent six years in the Navy doing crypto-tech maintenance and nine years in the Pennsylvania Air National Guard prior to her work with FEMA. She met her husband, then in the Air Force, in Germany where both were stationed. They have two children in Fauquier schools: Harrison, 12, a student at Cedar Lee Middle; and Benjamin, 10, who goes to Margaret M. Pierce Elementary. “Both of the boys are in Cub Scouts and take

karate classes. I take it with them,” Litter-Reber said. Her eldest is involved with robotics these days, and the youngest “is more into sports.” Litter-Reber described three areas of concern she would like to address if elected: teacher retention, classroom funding and stronger representation of southern Fauquier needs at the school-board level. “One of my biggest issues is the teacher turnover here in Fauquier County,” Litter-Reber said. “Only two teachers remain at Pierce who were there when my son attended the school in the last six years. And the ratio of students to teachers at Pierce, at 17:1, is the highest in the county.” Litter-Reber is concerned about the county’s special education student-teacher ratio as well. “Since 2017, Fauquier County has seen a 33-percent increase in special education students. A 19:1 student to teacher ratio in the SPED hub school, Greenville, is also very concerning and deserves scrutinization,” she said. “Getting money into the classrooms and to teacher pay are both critical,” Litter-Reber said. “At the beginning of the school year, we get a list of supplies each teacher needs, and we get reminders throughout the year when things run out. When there are no donations, those teachers are paying for supplies out of pocket. And most of our teachers aren’t making a living wage as it is.” Lastly, Litter-Reber would like to see more of southern Fauquier’s needs met through a better flow of information between the community, the teachers, the board of supervisors and the school board. “The southern end of the county doesn’t always have

New app tracks school buses in real time By Karen Chaffraix Times Staff Writer

Fauquier students may suffer fewer frigid digits waiting for the school bus this winter. When school resumes after winter break on Monday, Jan. 7, parents will have access to a free cellphone app that will allow them to see the location of their child’s school bus in real time. The app will also show when each school bus arrives at each stop and at their final destinations, according to a Fauquier County school division press release. While the Indiana-based Synovia Solutions is making the app available to the county, it is already serving some 300,000 users daily across North America, the school division said. Fauquier County Public Schools has had a contract with the company in service of its 157 buses. In October, the county set up a pilot study using the app at Bradley Elementary School and it is ongoing, said school division spokeswoman Tara Helkowski.

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“The cost to add the app was part of our contract renewal with Synovia Solutions,” she added. “They have a suite of tools that we we’re already using, including time and attendance, fleet-tracking and comparative analysis.” Synovia Solutions’ website says the app was launched in 2014. The start of the 2018-19 school year saw a spike in the number of downloads, which now total “more than a million, resulting in a top 50 position among education-related apps on the iTunes app store.” The app also has an average rating of 4.6 stars and 23,000 reviews. Fauquier County Schools said the app promises to take the stress out of parents’ mornings and helps keep students protected from harsh winter weather. “[The app] has made mornings less stressful because we know exactly when we have to walk out the door to catch the bus,” said Amber Kiffney, a Fauquier parent involved in the pilot study. “I work from home, so being able to track the bus on its way to our stop

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its needs met with the same urgency as Warrenton and northern Fauquier,” she said. “This area gets left behind. The relevant parties are not communicating with each other. Teachers’ needs are not getting conveyed to the superintendent.” While Litter-Reber says Stephanie she has no issues with curLitter-Reber rent Lee District School Board member Don Mason, she adds: “I have kids in the school system and I’d like to see improvements, and to ensure that Fauquier County has a viable system to provide a quality education and to keep our teachers.” Mason has said he intends to seek re-election. Litter-Reber said she will talk to teachers, administrators and parents in the Lee District leading up to the election “to find out what the issues are inside the schools; what parents expect out of the schools, issues they would like to see resolved; and to review the budget to see where and how are tax dollars are being spent within the school system.” “I have always worked in the federal sector, both as a federal employee and a federal contractor,” the candidate said. “You get used to dealing with budgets that don’t contain enough money. You learn how to prioritize your needs over your wants in order to spend your funding effectively.” Reach Karen Chaffraix at kchaffraix@fauquier.com

gives me a few extra minutes every day to wrap up whatever I’m working on.” County buses have target arrival times for each stop, but weather, traffic and substitute drivers can cause arrival deviations. The app should help alleviate phone calls to the bus hub and will

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“In CrossFit, your body is the machine,” said Crystal Willis, who owns CrossFit Warrenton with her husband Justin. Some athletes show up to CrossFit classes to lose weight. Some want to be able to get down on the floor – and back up again – to play with their grandchildren. Others are elite athletes. Crystal Willis said that although each workout of the day – known as a WOD – is the same for everyone, the ability to scale those workouts is infinite. Range of motion, aka ROM, exercises and flexibility training are all incorporated to further reduce the chance of injury. In its current Old Town Warrenton location since 2013, CrossFit Warrenton has been in operation for 10 years. The CrossFit box recently expanded to include three large bays with a variety of workout equipment. The gym employs seven certified CrossFit instructors and welcomes about 130 members through its doors each week. Every CrossFit gym, it seems, has stories of health and healing. Cathy Hall, 63, was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis when she was 19. She said she is one of the lucky ones because her disease has progressed slowly. She said it may be because she has always been physically active. She’s been an equestrian for 30 years and started running when she was 25. “I quit running about eight years ago because I kept falling – face-planting kind of falls,” she said. Hall has been doing CrossFit now for about four years. “I do run as a part of the workouts, but in short bursts,” she said. “I can get up and down the hill five or six times during a workout.” Although Hall is sure CrossFit has improved her strength, for her there has been a more crucial benefit. “I think the biggest difference for me has been in my balance.” “When I first started I wouldn’t have had the balance to do lunges, and I couldn’t lift any weight at all. Crystal has been great about encouraging me to do what I can,” Hall added.

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Owners: Jason and Keesha Saunders Where: 6418 Old Meetze Road, Unit B When: Classes start at 5 a.m. most days; partners classes and kids and teens classes available; open Monday to Saturday How: Memberships, punch cards, drop in available For more information: www.1529crossfit.com/home.html Contact: 540-428-9213; info@1529crossfit.com

Mike Houston is another CrossFit believer. He has been coaching at CrossFit Warrenton for about four years. “I would do it all day, every day if I could.” He said he’s at the gym six or seven times a week. Which classes are his favorites? “I like all of them.” On a recent visit to CrossFit Warrenton, Crystal Willis waved to a 4-year-old in a shiny blue princess dress. “Can you show me how you do a burpee?” The tiny princess dropped to the floor onto her stomach, did a sort of push up, and then stepped on the hem of her dress as she got back up. She was giggling the whole time. Crystal and Justin Willis teach a kids class on Saturdays and Thursdays. Other special options include a partners class on Saturdays where two CrossFit athletes work as a team to complete the workout. Occasional in-house challenges inspire a healthy spirit of competition and keep workouts fun, said Willis. The exercises are engaging, the coaches attentive, but Crystal Willis said she thinks folks keep coming back week after week because of the sense of community CrossFit provides. “We support each other through difficult times, health crises or personal tragedies,” she said. The community responds with anything they need, from emotional support to fundraising.

her grandkids and says she feels the best she’s ever felt.” Alana and Rob Jenkins started the business in their basement, moved it to the garage and acquired the warehouse space at Vint Hill a little over a year ago. They doubled their space about four months ago to accommodate their 100 or so members. The main workout room is huge, punctuated with rowing machines, pull-up bars, barbells and more. A new room hosts kids classes, as well as yoga and some personal training. As Alana Jenkins gives a tour of her gym, she points proudly to the nursery where a staffer entertains a handful of children while their parents sweat. Two showers and two changing rooms are also part of the space. “We treat it like our home. We keep it super clean and comfortable.” The Jenkins’ origin story started when Rob Jenkins was a 335-pound tenth grader at Liberty High School. His strength coach helped him lose 120 pounds in eight months. “I knew then that I wanted to take what my coach did for me and do that for others.” The Jenkins know CrossFit can be intimidating. CrossFit Vint Hill offers ramp-up classes called “Fundamentals” or “Elements” classes. Classes are designed so that everyone can participate. “They are made for anyone and everyone,” said Alana Jenkins. “Olympic lifters and grandmas are in the same classes. Same class, different weights and intensity.” Local orthopedist Dr. James Ward started doing CrossFit about seven months ago at the urging of his wife, Susan. “With any sort of weight training, particularly using explosive movement, there is an injury risk. Done appropriately, though, while monitored, with good coaching, it can be good for all ages,” he said. “They do a good job here of coaching you to your level, helping you modify movements for your abilities.” Ward said he believes CrossFit has helped him get faster and stronger. He attends classes three or four times a week when his schedule allows. What exercise makes him groan? “Burpees. Nobody likes burpees.” CrossFit Vint Hill also offers a 45-minute class for children twice a week. Alana Jenkins said, “The idea is the same as for the adults. We teach skills and techniques, body mechanics. The kids are still learning body awareness, so the intensity is different. It’s geared for their abilities. They love it.” High-fiving and fist-bumping erupt at the end of every class at CrossFit Vint Hill. “We want you to feel victorious just because you walked through the door. When you’ve finished a class, we want you to feel as if you’ve won the Super Bowl,” Jenkins said.

who is classified as “80 percent disabled.” Or as she puts it: “I have lots of parts that don’t work anymore.” But in Virginia 15-29 CrossFit classes, she concentrates on what she can do. When she started doing CrossFit at the insistence of her son, she couldn’t do a single squat. Last week she hit a personal record: 90 squats, with weights. “I’m mobile now. I can walk. I can split wood for an hour at a time,” she said. Susanne Taylor, 62, has been doing CrossFit off and on for seven years. She battles the unpredictable symptoms of fibromyalgia and the side effects of the medication. She’s also had back surgery and has arthritis. During a recent workout, a bell rang out. The PR bell proclaimed Taylor’s latest achievement: push jerks with 60 pounds of weight. Sherry Sprague, 49, is an ex-police officer who nearly died in a motorcycle accident in July 2017. She was lifting heavy at Virginia 15-29 CrossFit a few days before Christmas. The biggest factor in her recovery: “Working out at this gym.” Jason Saunders and his wife Keesha operate Virginia 15-29 CrossFit, located just a few steps from the Warrenton Greenway. “It’s great for the running parts of our workouts,” Saunders said. “About 400 meters of it are lit up from the buildings, so the Greenway is usable any time.” For newcomers, the gym offers an on-ramp program that includes three one-on-one classes. The time is used to teach the gymnastics moves, Olympic lifts and other movements athletes may not have seen before. Once the three classes are completed, participants have the rest of the month to take as many classes as they like. Saunders explained, “It’s a good time to see if CrossFit – and this gym in particular – is a good fit.” Saunders and his wife opened the location about a year and a half ago. About 60 members are coached by five coaches. CrossFit gyms have a different business model, said Saunders. “Most gyms take your money and hope you don’t come. If you don’t show up here for four or five days, you’ll be getting a call or a text, reminding you that you have goals,” he said. Saunders said he and his coaches focus on three principles: mechanics, consistency and intensity. “Once we get the mechanics down, we add consistency. Then and only then, we add intensity.” In the spirit of encouraging community, Virginia 15-29 CrossFit sponsors friendly competitions, as well as game days where members play volleyball or flag football, enjoy one another’s company and share potluck food. Saunders said Fauquier is fortunate to have three strong CrossFit boxes, all with good coaches. The first rule of CrossFit, he said, is to always talk about CrossFit. “The second rule is, see the first rule.”

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Alana Jenkins tells the story of one 55-year-old woman who started at CrossFit Vint Hill after being encouraged by her husband, who was worried about her health. “She was diabetic, had high cholesterol and high blood pressure, and signs of arthritis,” Jenkins said. That was two years ago. “Now she is no longer diabetic and is off all her medication. She is able to play with

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A look back at a stormy 2018 STORMY, from Page 1 In October, the new council released former Town Manager Brannon Godfrey from his contract early amid a controversy about the town police department, which saw one of its officers arrested for allegedly punching a woman at a local bar in September while off duty. Here’s a rundown of other stories that made the front page in 2018: In March, a fierce windstorm wreaked havoc across the region, leaving nine people dead along the East Coast. Locally, there were no injuries, but the storm closed schools, knocked out power and sparked 41 brush fires and six structure fires. Fauquier County’s first responders fielded 1,977 calls for service over the four-day period from March 1-4. Also in March, hundreds of Fauquier students participated in organized walkouts on the one-month anniversary of the Feb. 14 shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Florida that left 17 teachers and students dead. In April, Richard Turner MacDonald, 65, of Warrenton, was sentenced to 15 years in prison for the February 2017 shooting death of his neighbor, Larry Alan Walker. MacDonald pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter and use of firearm in commission of a felony in February 2018. In May, Warrenton voters picked a new mayor, Carter Nevill, who beat a long-shot challenge by 19-year-old Grace Rigby. In a surprise upset, veteran Town Councilwoman Linda “Sunny” Reynolds lost her at-large seat to newcomer Renard Carlos, while incumbent Councilman Sean Polster kept his at-large seat. Also in May, the Warrenton Town Council rejected a last-minute bid from a group wanting to return the former home of Confederate Col. John Singleton Mosby to a museum. The council voted instead to sell the Mosby House to Kirk and Robin Goolsby, who plan to convert it into a private residence for themselves and their three children. In August, a thunderstorm turned deadly Aug. 2 when a large tree fell on a home in Warrenton’s Cedar Run subdivision, killing 10-year-old Lydia Ghergis. She was remembered as a “beautiful and kind girl who was the embodiment of the phrase ‘full of life,” according to a family friend. Lydia was a student at Gravely Elementary in Prince William County. In September, Angie A. Walls, 53, was killed Sept. 1 when her brother, Ashton Dunlap “Leon” Berry, drowned her in an inflatable swimming pool on the deck of their Fauquier County home. Berry suffers from a mental illness, according to an affidavit attached to a search warrant filed in the Fauquier County Circuit Court. Berry, 51, told police he held Walls’ head under water two times after the two got into an argument over Berry’s medication. Berry is scheduled to appear in court Jan. 16. Also in September, Old Town Warrenton unveiled its new LOVE sculpture in Depot Park near the Warrenton Branch Greenway. Designed by local artist Dorothy Smith,

Bernard Duse, who was on trial for the July 2017 shooting death of Warrenton CVS store manager Rex Olsen, is led out of the Fauquier County courthouse.

Fauquier High School students listen to remembrances of each of the 17 victims of the shooting at Majory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, during a brief “walk out” protest against gun violence March 14. the sign served as the backdrop to the wedding of Mike King and Monica Anne Fernandi, who won a contest to exchange their vows during the festivities. In October, Old Town welcomed another piece of public art in the way of a new mural at the corner of 2nd and Main streets. “Greetings from OLD TOWN Warrenton, Virginia,” the mural says, postcard style. The mural is the work of artists Ross Trimmer and Michael Broth, of Sure Hand Signs, who were hired by Experience Old Town Warrenton. Also in October, Linda and Clark Johnson, of Warrenton Lakes, were found dead in their home Oct. 10 in what the sheriff’s office said was a murder-suicide. The Johnsons, both 75, struggled with health issues and financial woes, according to former neighbor and friend Sadia LaRose who said she was “devastated” by the news but understood that the couple likely “wanted to go together.” Based on evidence at the scene, the investigation determined Linda Johnson shot her husband with a handgun and then turned the gun on herself, the sheriff’s office said in a news release. Also in October, Bernard Duse Jr., the former Warrenton CVS employee found guilty in August 2017 in the fatal shooting of his boss, Rex Olsen, was sentenced to life in prison. Olsen, 64, was found dead near the dumpster outside the store. Also in October, the Fauquier County School Board voted unanimously to allow new civilian security guards to carry guns in schools. The school board and board of supervisors had been planning since the spring to hire three additional school resource officers and 12 new civilian school security officers to provide armed security at each of the county’s 20 schools. In November, 63.7 percent of Fau-

Artists Ross Trimmer and Michael Broth work on a new mural on the exterior wall of Molly’s Irish Pub in Old Town Warrenton. The mural was sponsored by Experience Old Town Warrenton. quier County’s 50,888 registered voters turned out to the polls for the Nov. 6 general election that re-elected Sen. Tim Kaine (D) and Rep. Rob Wittman (R-1st) while propelling Riggleman (R) into the 5th District congressional seat, his first elected office. Also in November, Duong Nguyen, 61, and his son, America Nguyen, 22, were found dead in their Bealeton home on Salisbury Lane on Friday, Nov. 9. The Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office has declared their deaths homicides but have yet to make an arrest. Anyone with knowledge about Duong Nguyen and/or America Nguyen is asked to contact the sheriff’s office at 540-347-3300 or Fauquier County Crime Solvers at 540-349-1000. In December, a new synthetic ice-skating rink opened at Northern Fauquier Community Park in Marshall. The “all-weather” rink will be

open through March 10. Also in December, Warrenton police officer Carl M. Ferguson, 47, of Woodbridge, was arraigned on a Class 1 misdemeanor assault charge in connection with a Sept. 19 incident at Fat Tuesday’s bar in Warrenton in which a young woman was punched in the face. Ferguson was arrested on the charge Dec. 4 following an investigation by the Virginia State Police. His trial is scheduled Feb. 7. Also in December, the Fauquier County Board of Supervisors agreed to fund a $12 million Central District Sports Complex on 74 acres near Meetz and Old Auburn roads. The complex will include 11 new sports fields, including six rectangular fields and five diamonds, along with parking, an entrance road and other infrastructure. Reach Jill Palermo at jpalermo@ fauquier.com

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Retiring Fauquier planning director reflects on county’s past, future Kim Fogle will leave her post Jan. 31 By James Ivancic Times Staff Writer

“Frankly, I hope [Fauquier County] remains a lot like it is,” said Kimberley Fogle, Fauquier County’s director of community development, who recently announced her retirement. Her last day on the job will be Jan. 31. “We will never get the kinds of shops you get in more developed areas. We don’t have the population for it,” Fogle said during an interview in her office. Fogel said she doesn’t see Gainesville-style commercial and residential development coming to Fauquier that she noted some fear. “I can see the service districts expanding to accommodate growth,” she said of the eight areas, including Warrenton, Remington, Opal, Remington, New Baltimore, Midland, Marshall, Catlett and Bealeton, where the county seeks to direct growth. But infrastructure is needed for that to happen. In some cases, that would mean building additional treatment plants “and that’s an expensive proposition,” Fogle said. The community development department oversees land development activity planning, zoning, land development and building. It issues building and associated permits for construction; reviews plats, plans and

subdivision applications, land-development applications, land-disturbing permits and reviews rezoning and special-exception permit requests. Its staff produces reports and advises the planning commission and the Fauquier County Board of Supervisors on land use matters that require their approval. The board of supervisors sets the policies and regulations followed by the community development department. “I think we’ve changed the way we’re perceived – certainly in the way we operate. Years ago, we had a lot of problems. People felt we overregulated and that we made up things,” Fogle said. “I think we do a lot of explaining and helping them get through the process. The average person encounters us maybe once. Our focus is educating and explaining things.” Every Tuesday, the department holds pre-application meetings with those planning a bigger subdivision or who want to file a rezoning or special-exception request. “They come in before they actually apply to talk about issues they might have to address,” Fogle said. The sessions draw representatives from the county’s economic development, health department, transportation, environment and storm water management staffs. These sessions help the applicant “understand the process and things they might want to address so they don’t have to spend a lot of mon-

ey upfront” and then find there are problems. The county is continually updating its comprehensive plan. The state mandates a review every five years, Kim Fogle but the county has been following a chapter-by-chapter review and updating the continually rather than waiting for five years. The transportation chapter was recently updated. Staff is working on an update of the housing chapter of the county’s comprehensive plan. Fogle wants to finish the update of the rural lands chapter of the county’s comprehensive plan before she leaves office. “I consider that the most important chapter. Rural lands represent over 90 percent of the county,” Fogle said. “There are two components – the rural character and the rural economy. We want to protect the environmental features and the historic views. There’s a lot of economic value in that. People come out here to see its beauty, to come to the horse shows and to hike. How do we continue to enhance that and make agriculture successful?” Agriculture tourism is a path to that success. It’s a term that refers to such things as operating farm stands, corn mazes, wineries, visits

to orchards, and the like. “They provide another income stream. They bring people out, so they can see farming,” Fogle said. Fogle has worked in Fauquier County government for 12 years. She was assistant director of community development before becoming director in August 2012. Holly Meade, currently the assistant director of community development, will take over the department on Feb. 1. Fogle, 64, was born in Washington, D.C. She received a bachelor’s degree in architecture and urban studies from the University of Maryland and a master’s in urban planning from George Washington University. She was chief of planning and zoning for the city of Annapolis, director of planning in Front Royal, and chief of neighborhood planning and urban development in Alexandria. She’s worked for the past 12 years in Fauquier, first as assistant director, then as director of community development since August 2012. Fogle lives in Upperville. She and her husband plan to travel next spring to Seattle where a son lives. “What else I’ll do I don’t know,” she said of life after retirement. She loves to garden. She plans to spend an hour a day reading a book with the book in hand. Currently, she listens to books on tape during her work commute. Reach James Ivancic at jivancic@ fauquier.com.

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2019 to-do list from our readers Like the old adage “many hands make light work,” we figured many minds could compile a better Fauquier County New Year’s to-do list than our staff alone. So we put the question on Facebook: What should the county focus its attention on in 2019? We’re happy to report that our faithful and brilliant readers didn’t disappoint. Over just a few days, we compiled a list of suggestions well worth our county leaders’ time. We can’t expect, however, for our leaders to tackle these alone. Getting things done will take the attention of the entire community. And, as a side note, we were impressed by our readers’ positive, constructive tone. It’s easy to complain about what’s wrong but far better to offer solutions. Here are some of our favorite ideas for making Fauquier County better and stronger in 2019 and the years to come: More for teens: This was a common theme among several readers, including Amanda Wadel who lives in southern Fauquier. She wrote that folks there “are better off going to Culpeper for their shopping needs.” She also noted the lack of things for teens to do, adding: “even a small movie theater and another bowling alley” would help or perhaps a “an old school arcade with consoles for kids to play. We can make all the parks we want but not all kids want to be outside in the middle of the deepest humid heat of summer.” Finding more things for teens and kids to do in Fauquier County is a frequent topic of discussion on our Facebook page. Lots of folks say they want county officials to help bring teen- and kid-friendly attractions to the county. The problem is a tough one because it’s mostly outside the realm of elected officials. Things like bowling alleys and movie theaters are commercial entities – run by private companies. To turn a profit, they need a large population, which is more easily found in Stafford County (population nearly 147,000) or Prince William (population 460,000). So if we want more things to do for kids and teens, we’ll have to tackle that as a communi-

ty. Can we launch more scouting troops, clubs, teams, music or theater opportunities? What about a small children’s museum or even an indoor playground? All are things that can thrive in a county our size. Let’s get to it, Fauquier. That does not mean our county and town leaders should stop looking for ways to make Fauquier more family- and youth-friendly. Things like First Fridays, Warrenton Town Limits and the New Year’s Eve event – which is on a hiatus this year – go a long way toward bringing people together. Town officials can and should build on that foundation. What about a splash pad outside the WARF? Or another outdoor swimming pool? Let’s talk about it as a community. Better internet: Speaking of popular topics, what about broadband internet? It’s still lacking in parts of the county despite the lip-service the topic continually gets from local, state and federal officials. Josh Gould suggests: “Fiber to the home provided by a local business and not a monopoly conglomerate scam corporation.” Well, Mr. Gould, that might be part of the solution considering that Comcast and Verizon aren’t interested in laying fiber in Fauquier’s most rural stretches where there simply are not enough customers to make it worth their while. Fauquier County officials say they’re working on better broadband and set aside $20 million toward that goal in early 2018. They’ve made some progress over the past 12 months. New cellphone towers are being erected that should provide better cell and internet service to some underserved parts of the county. But why not have a wider conversation about this topic in 2019? Let’s talk openly about the obstacles to better broadband service and what can be done to overcome them. Only then can we have a fruitful discussion about actually solving the problem. Schools: Some readers mentioned paying teachers more and finding a solution to Fauquier’s aging middle schools – Warrenton and Taylor – that desperately need upgrading or replacing. Fauquier leaders have been talking about this issue for a long time. Action is needed in 2019.

Sheriff’s Office Trusty Program gives back to GumDrop Square On behalf of the Experience Old Town Warrenton Board of Directors and Executive Director Charity Furness, we want to thank our Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office and the Fauquier County Adult Detention Center Trusty Program. EOTW and our signature winter event, GumDrop Square, are fortunate beneficiaries of the Trusty program through their hard work lugging all of the GDS decorations from our second-story attic storage space to the John Barton Payne building for setup and back every year after breakdown. As a volunteer who helped dismantle and box the decorations this year and witnessed both the weight and enormity of the pile of decorations it takes to put on this event, I know this is a lot of work and our board deeply appreciates the Trusty Program’s efforts. Thank you to the FCSO and Adult Detention Center for offering this program for inmates to give back to our community in a meaningful way while incarcerated. They are always respectful, eager to help and gentle with their cargo. We look forward to working with them again next winter when we set up. Please pass on our word of thanks to John Utz and Matthew Gullick from Fauquier County along with the many Trustys who did the heavy lifting this year. Amelia J. Stansell Chairwoman, Experience Old Town Warrenton

FAUQUIER FLASHBACKS: FROM THE FAUQUIER TIMES

Miss Dorothy Neyhart was featured as a “Familiar Fauquier face” in November 1951. It was noted that she came to Fauquier County in 1930 and maintained an Angus herd here as well as operating a dress shop in Warrenton. Miss Neyhart was captain of the Red Cross Motor Corps during World War II and was later involved with Fauquier Hospital.

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Three men were accepted for the Marines and two for the Army from the Selective Service quota, which left on Dec. 27, the draft board said this week. Going to the Marine Corps are Carroll Lee Embrey, Lloyd Charles (Mickey) Hayes and John Dressler Hartz, while the Army took James Harold Vermillion and Francis Aloysius O’Keefe. The Fauquier Chapter of the American Red Cross, which was assigned a monthly quota of 30,000 surgical dressings last January, has been informed that this figure has been raised by 1,400 dressings per month, beginning Jan. 1, 1944. Fauquier County contributed more than a quarter of a ton of clothing for the people of European countries freed by the allies, Miss Dorothy Neyhart, salvage chairman for the Office of Civilian Defense, announced this week.

Plans have been announced for construction of a new church for the Warrenton Church of Christ on a site near radio station WEER on Rt. 1529-211. Ralph Moore, church secretary, said final plans for the building have not been completed, but a structure costing approximately $100,000 will be erected on a 3.8-acre site fronting the highway. Golfer Charlie Hanback was photographed taking a shot off the ice of a frozen pond at the Warrenton Country Club north of Opal in early January. Others in his foursome were Bert Trainum, Bob Clark and “Bones” Hawkins. Hanback’s shot toward the seventh hole was witnessed by young Hayden Eicher, who stood by on ice skates. Capt. Frank B. Pyne, son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Pyne of Upperville, is on duty at Nha Trang Airbase, Viet Nam. Serving in the Pacific Air Forc-

25 Years Ago Jan. 5, 1994 Although the proposed Gainesville amphitheater on Wellington Road has turned a few heads among local citizens’ groups, most agree that it takes a back seat to the proposed Disney theme park near Haymarket. “Disney’s definitely our baby right now,” stressed Linda Budreika of the Coalition of Gainesville District Residents, which is studying Disney’s possible impact on the Haymarket-Gainesville corridor. The Fauquier County Board of Supervisors unanimously elected James Brumfield, Center District, to replace Georgia Herbert, Scott District, as chairman of the board. Lee District’s David Mangum was likewise elected to replace Brumfield as vice chairman. –Compiled by John T. Toler

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Take a turn at the tabletop The Game Store offers more than board games By Betsy Burke Parker Contributing Writer

Pretty good at brewing beer, Cameron Rivenbark considered opening a brewery but decided that wasn’t the business atmosphere he wanted for his young children. Fond of gaming, and with a philosophy aimed at social interaction, rather than staying glued to video screens, he instead launched The Game Store – Warrenton’s first board game store. “I used to be a video-gamer... I didn’t have anywhere to find people to play board or card games with,” said Rivenbark, who graduated from Culpeper High School in 2008. “Once I started role-playing games, I visited a game store in Northern Virginia. They had the toys and games I was interested in, but it was not a ‘fun’ place,” he added. “A game store could and should be so much more than a white room with plastic tables.” Rivenbark used Dungeons and Dragons as his inspiration and roadmap for the design of his Warrenton store, which he opened last March. “In the classic way you start the adventures of Dungeons and Dragons, the heroes meet in a tavern to plan. So, if we were going to open a store, it would have to reflect a love of gaming, inside and out, and I wanted my store to feel like a Medieval tavern,” said Rivenbark. “We were still building the solid-wood tables minutes before customers started pouring in…we ‘knighted’ shoppers and Kickstarters with a sword as they came in.” Located in the Warrenton Village Center, The Game Store hits the sweet spot for a start-up. For Rivenbark, he admits to it being ideal. “Warrenton and the shopping center are perfect. The retail space is literally attached to a Chipotle, Panera Bread, barbeque, pizza, more pizza, Thai food and two locally-owned bars,” Rivenbark said of the location of his 3,000-square-foot retail establishment, which has seating for 100. “We get as many grown-ups as we get kids. We opened to give this community a place to call home,” he said. “We offer snacks, drinks, toys, Magic Cards, board games and tabletop games like Warhammer for sale and for play. People bring in amazing

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The Game Store owner Cameron Rivenbark has created a fantasy landscape within the walls of his board game store in the Warrenton Village Center.

Escape to The Game Store Folks at The Game Store in Warrenton are busy creating their newest attraction – the Escape Room. If you’d like to be a part of their launch, message them and you’ll get behind the scenes access, create puzzles and help bring this event to life. Incredible things are cooking up in the Wizard’s lair and they are also looking for Halloween décor donations.

games we’ve never even seen.” While the ambiance in The Game Store is a fantasy realm, for Rivenbark, it’s also a place where critical, real-life applications can be shared and learned. “We started a STEM program for kids to get involved in science, technology, engineering and math, while being a family-friendly game store,” he said. “From the youngest child to the most elite of gamer... everyone

exists with mutual love and respect for one another.” Rivenbark, who lives in Bealeton, said he believes in promoting Christian values. “We have grandparents come in to play Pokemon with their grandkids, just to be closer with them. Board games support all of this, and more,” he said. With more gaming opportunities planned for 2019, including an Escape Room, Rivenbark looks forward to a new year in the community playground he has created for fun and games.

But the benefits go beyond. His mission is greater. “People come up to me and my staff and thank us,” said Rivenbark. “Several people told us that they had been in a deep depression for years, and how great to have a safe place to go with people who care about them and their interests and how it has brought them into the light and given them a hope they felt was lost,” said Rivenbark. “I’m fortunate to be a part of this.” Anita Sherman contributed to this article. Reach Betsy Parker at betsyburkeparker@gmail.com

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Year-end: Put this year’s investment performance in perspective How can you assess your investment portfolio’s performance in 2018? The year was full of wild swings in the financial markets, so your own results may well have bounced around quite a bit, too. But you can still get a clear picture of how you did if you keep your investments’ returns in the proper perspective – by making sure your expectations are relevant, realistic and reviewed. Let’s look at how these terms can apply to a meaningful evaluation of your investment progress:

Relevant

Many investors compare their portfolio returns to a popular market index, such as the S&P 500. But this comparison is not really valid for a variety of reasons. For one thing, indexes are typically not diversified across different types of investments – the S&P 500, for instance, only tracks large U.S. companies. But your portfolio should consist of a broad range of investments: domestic and international stocks, bonds, mutual funds, government securities and so on, appropriate for your goals and risk tolerance. Also, your portfolio’s performance will be affected by your contributions and withdrawals, while market index returns are not. So, instead of measuring your results against an index – and possibly worrying about underperformance – you’re better off establishing relevant expectations of your investment returns, based on

SARAH ATKINS your specific goals. So, for example, if you want to retire at age 62, you’ll need to know the rate of return you need to achieve this goal – and then compare that desired return with your actual results.

Realistic

Ideally, of course, you’d like really high returns with really low risk – but that’s really not feasible. To get high returns, you’ll need to invest aggressively, which means you’ll need your portfolio to be heavily weighted in stocks. However, stocks are also riskier than more conservative investments, such as bonds or government securities. So, you’ll need to be realistic in what you can anticipate from your portfolio. You can shoot for high returns and accept the higher level of risk, or you can lower your expectations in exchange for greater stability.

your portfolio’s results and the progress you’re making toward your goals on a regular basis, possibly with the help of a financial professional. In these reviews, you may conclude that you’re doing fine, or you might discover that you need to rebalance your portfolio by realigning your investments with your goals and risk tolerance, or perhaps make other adjustments – such as changing the amount you invest – to get you back on track. In addition, you may even need to re-evaluate these goals in response to changes in your life – a new job, marriage, new child, and so on – as these changes could affect the rate of return you need from your investments.

As you look back on 2018, and look forward to 2019 and beyond, take a holistic approach to how you evaluate your investments’ performance. By looking for relevance, being realistic about what you can expect, and reviewing your portfolio in the context of your goals, risk tolerance and changing circumstances, you can gain a thorough understanding of where you are, where you want to go – and how you can help yourself get there. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. Contributed by Sarah Atkins, financial advisor. Contact her at sarah.atkins@ edwardjones.com or 540-364-2359.

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Former Kettle Run girls soccer star Emily Yergin of Shenandoah University was named first team all-state after finishing second in the Old Dominion Athletic Conference in scoring. She had 16 goals and 11 assists.

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Fauquier’s new football coach is expected to be disclosed soon. Four candidates were interviewed on Dec. 19.

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WYATT’S The Fauquier Times lists its top 20 sports stories of 2018 LIST BY PETER BREWINGTON, JEFF MALMGREN, FRED HODGE

No. 1

OUR MAN IN THE NFL

2013 Liberty High graduate Wyatt Teller of the Buffalo Bills became the first Fauquier County football product to play in NFL. The 6-foot-4, 315-pound left guard entered Nov. 4 in a 41-9 loss to Chicago Bears and has emerged as a starter.

No. 2

YEAR OF THE COACHING CHANGE

Liberty football coach Sean Finnerty led a flurry of county coaches vacating posts. Other notable departures included FHS softball coach Mark Ott, LHS girls basketball/ softball coach Ryan Washington, FHS football coach Joe Prince, FHS girls basketball coach Maurice Sanders, Wakefield boys basketball coach Joe Harrington and more.

No. 3

FAUQUIER COUNTY WRESTLING STRONG

Joint recognition goes out to the Liberty, Fauquier and Kettle Run wrestling teams for landmark seasons. Eagles Ricky Ryan and Jordan Florence become Liberty’s first state individual champions in 17 years, with the Eagles third in the Class 4 standings. Fauquier was second as Franco Camarca and Sam Fisher repeated as state champs. Kettle Run’s Casen Chumley won district and region titles and was state runner-up at 182 pounds.

No. 4

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The Highland School girls lacrosse team routed Virginia Episcopal 17-6 to win its third consecutive VISAA Division II title. Kayla Soltys scored seven goals in the final as the Hawks finished 15-1.

No. 5

FALCON BASEBALL CHURNS OUT THE HITS

The FHS baseball team went 19-7 and beat Amherst 3-2 in the Class 4 state quarterfinals to join the 1998 Falcons as the only teams in program history to win a state game. Fell in state semis to Salem 8-3.

No. 6

KETTLE RUN FOOTBALL GOES 10-2

The Kettle Run football team was on a roll all year. The Cougar’s 10-2 record represented the second-best winning percentage in history and its most wins in a season since going 11-3 in 2012. The Cougars lost to Sherando 16-14 in the Class 4 Region C playoff semifinals after beating Millbrook 20-14 in double overtime in the quarterfinals as Shannon Ferguson caught a tipped 10-yard touchdown pass from Gabe Chumley, who had a big season and broke a handful of brother Casen’s season passing records.

No. 7

KESTNER & KINSLEY

Liberty’s Makaela Kestner became Fauquier County’s all-time basketball scorer with 1,545 points, passing 1996 Fauquier High grad Tera Walker’s 1,496. Kinsley Lewis became Liberty’s all-time girls rebounder.

No. 8

HARPOLE THE CONQUERER

Fauquier County resident Doug Harpole, 56, of Amissville, completed the 2,190-mile Appalachian Trail in fiveand-a-half months, hiking from Springer Mountain, Georgia, to Mt. Katahdin, Maine from March 12 to Aug. 26. See TOP 20, Page 12

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No. 9

D-1 ATHLETES STRUT THEIR STUFF

2018 LHS grad Julian Sams earned a football starting role as freshman left guard at Kent State, a rare feat for a lineman. Juliette Ruland (FHS) was all-Big South for the Radford women’s lacrosse team. R.J. Proctor (LHS) earned a starting spot for the University of Virginia football team. Julian Ngoh (LHS) shined as a William & Mary soccer player, as did former Eagle Kelli Burney, who helped the University of South Florida make the NCAA tournament. David Eldridge (Kettle Run) and the JMU football team made the FCS second round. Anthony Spagnoletti (LHS) helped East Tennessee State make the FCS playoffs. There were others we didn’t mention.

No. 10

FAUQUIER BOYS SOCCER FINALLY BEATS KETTLE RUN

The Fauquier boys soccer beat Kettle Run for first time in 10 seasons, ending a winless streak of at least 21 consecutive matches. Goals by Daniel Duca and David Cruz gave the Falcons a 2-1 win in Nokesville.

No. 11

FHS VOLLEYBALL ADVANCES TO STATES

The Fauquier volleyball team advanced to the Class 4 state quarterfinals, falling one victory shy of reaching the state semifinals for the first time since 2003. Fauquier dropped a five-set decision at Blacksburg to end its season at 20-6, the third consecutive year with 20 or more victories for a school record. Four-year lettermen Rachel Crowe and Kiki Scott earned first-team honors, while fellow senior Molly Ayres was second team.

No. 12

WALN’S HOME RUN BINGE

Liberty catcher Lizzie Waln hit five home runs in a week to reach 11 for the season and set a school mark, topping coach Ryan Washington’s nine in 2004.

No. 13

STATE GLORY FOR HAWKS’ GIRLS SOCCER

The Highland School girls soccer team went 14-1-2 and won the VISAA Division II state championship over Nansemond Suffolk 5-1. Caroline Lawson scored twice, with Molly Petronzio, Carolyn Treuting, Mallory McReynolds also scoring.

No. 14

HIGH WATER MARK FOR LIBERTY BOYS LACROSSE

The Liberty boys lacrosse went 6-6 to set a program record. The Eagles haven’t had a winning season since at least 2004, if ever, going 32-144 between 2005 and 2017.

No. 15

OVER HILL AND DALE

The Fauquier boys cross country team was fourth at the Class 4 state

meet with Nick Matthews finishing 17th. Matthews won the district title by more than 17 seconds.

No. 16

COUGARS MAKE SPLASH

The Kettle Run boys swimming team third was at the state meet, tying two other teams for best in program history. Tanner Smith, Jake Heenan, Garrett Finan and Andy Whitted helped the Cougar boys and girls set eight program records at state with nine state medals.

No. 17

WAKEFIELD BOYS GET THEIR KICKS

The Wakefield School boys soccer began 13-0 for their best season in history and finished 13-2 with 1-1 loss to Seton (5-3 on penalty kicks) in the DAC semifinals and 2-1 loss to Trinity of Mountain View in first round of the VISAA Division II state tournament.

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No. 18

SPEED ON THE FALCON TRACK

The Falcon girls indoor track team was fourth at the Class 4 state meet, and the boys 13th. Patrick Atwell was state champ in the 500 meters. The outdoor track season saw the girls place 13th and boys 14th. The FHS girls won the 3,200-meter thanks to the unit of Kelsey Gastley, Kyra Holland, Elise Fernandez and Hannah Holland.

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ON THE GREEN IN REGULATION The Kettle Run Cougars won the Northwestern District regular season golf title and made the Region C tournament, where they fell short of states by one spot as Hunter Anderson shot 76 and Reece Massei 77. Freshman Gabby Finan became the first Kettle Run golfer in history to play in the VHSL Girls Open state meet.

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No. 20

MISERY AT FALCON FIELD

The 0-10 Fauquier football team matched the 1980 Falcons for the lowest mark in school history. Multiple returning players should make 2019 better.

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Falcon wrestlers rub shoulders with nation’s elite Running circles around the field By Fred Hodge

By Fred Hodge

Special to the Times

Fauquier wrestler Sam Fisher won six of eight matches and finished seventh in a field of 49 at the Beast of the East national event Dec. 21-22 at the University of Delaware. The No. 4 seed at 182 pounds, Fisher opened with victories by technical fall and pin before dropping an 8-6 match via tiebreaker in the round of 16. He won four more times for seventh. Four of the other five Falcons at the “Beast” meet won at least once. David DeWald (160 pounds) went 2-2, while Gino Camarca (132), Kevin McEachin (170) and Thomas Heisler (220) won one bout. The field at the prestigious two-day tournament included 117 teams from 15 states. Blair Academy won its 19th straight team title. Fauquier was 60th in the final standings with 24.5 points. Other Falcon wrestlers competed in the Appalachian Duals at Skyline High School, winning three of six dual encounters. Ben Bell was 6-0 at 195, while Reece Kuhns (106/113) and Darryl Mayfield (170) both went 5-1.

Depth and quality allowed Fauquier’s winter track teams to record easy wins Dec. 21 in the first-ever Fauquier Polar Bear Invite at Falcon Field. The Falcon boys and girls swept team honors by large margins to cap the pre-Christmas schedule. The girls amassed 136 points in the nine-team event to 73 for runner-up Battlefield. Kettle Run was sixth at 23, Liberty seventh with 16 and Highland ninth with four points. Fauquier’s boys won, scoring 136, with Battlefield second with 56. Liberty’s boys scored 24 points for fifth place, Kettle Run had 19 for seventh and Highland was eighth with seven. The Falcon girls won six events, led by Kayla Pavlock’s shot put of 36 feet, seven inches. The 3,200-meter relay crew of Annie Del Gallo, Kelsey Gastley, Madeleine Hayes and Shelby Rosenberger captured their race by more than 39 seconds in 10:32.96. Hayes later won the 500 in 1:26.129 to edge teammate Ryan McDaniel-Neff by two-tenths of a second. Bianca Cabral was the 1,600 champ in 5:58.05 and was second in the 3,200 behind teammate Sabrina Hayes (10:31.4). Gastley, Madeleine Hayes, Cammi Winston and McDaniel-Neff combined to win the 1,600 relay. Fauquier’s boys opened by winning the 3,200 relay, as Kyle St. Clair, Nick VonTomaszewski, Austin Fernandez and Michael Andrade finished in 9:07.49. The hosts also took the 800 relay in 1:35.4, with Donte Grant, Patrick Atwell, Darrien Mascall and Isaiah Brothers forming that quartet. Nick Matthews (1,000, 2:42.98), Atwell (300, 36.03) and VonTomaszewski (3200, 11:11.83) were other winners. Liberty win two races as Sam Rodman easily won the 1,600 in 4:50.57 and Kristeena Kenny raced to the 55 title in 7.93. Kettle Run’s top scorers were shot put silver medalists Ryan Yates (39-3.5) and Mary Kate Behar (31-6).

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Sam Fisher went 6-2 at the Beast of the East.

Eagles shine at Wood

Liberty continued its early-season success by taking second in the 16-team Willie Walters/Jaye Copp Invitational at James Wood. Four Eagles won individual titles as Liberty scored 193 points to place well behind impressive host James Wood’s 257. Millbrook was a distant third at 138. Mason Barrett (106), William Winegardner (120), Bryan Contreras (138) and Justin Cannon (195) were the Eagle champions, each tallying three pins for the competitions. Austin Harris (126) and

Willie Phipps (285) both were bronze medalists. Kettle Run registered a 2-3 team mark in the Appalachian Duals. Gabe Chumley (170) and Alex Smith (138) had unblemished 5-0 record over two days. A.J. Breeding (132) and Logan Hall (120) went 4-1, and Matt McLaughlin (113) recorded a 3-0 tournament.

Liberty hosts Saturday duals

The Liberty Duals begin 10 a.m. Saturday in Bealeton, while Kettle Run heads to the Warren County Invitational at 9 a.m. Fauquier makes its annual trip to the Bald Eagle Duals in Wingate, Pennsylvania.

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March 9 and April 6. Hunter shows are Jan. 26, Feb. 16, March 30 and April 27. Dressage shows are Jan. 27, Feb. 17, March 31 and April 28. Detailed information is at fryingpanequestrian.org

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Horses on roads survey

The Loudoun County Equine Alliance is conducting a survey, “Equestrian safety on Virginia Roads.” The non-profit group is gathering information to determine if state code for passing horses on roadways is correct, properly enforced and well-publicized to motorists. To provide feedback, visit loudounequine.org/equestrian-safety-on-the-road.

CLINIC

Take equitation lessons Jan. 26

A working equitation clinic with Allison Reed is Jan. 26 at Miran Farm in Leesburg. Another clinic is hosted by Mitchell Dressage with Dr. Jill Malone Feb. 24 at the Kellys Ford Equestrian Center in Remington. Small groups will ride in sessions from introductory to intermediate levels. Auditors attend free. Visit the working equitation of Virginia homepage on Facebook.

JUMP SERIES

Beverly Equestrian hosts 3 events

Beverly Equestrian near The Plains hosts a series of schooling jumper shows this winter. Dates are Jan. 12, Feb. 23 and March 23. Warm-up opens at 8 a.m., with classes to start at 9 a.m. Divisions range from poles to 3-foot-6. Sign up at beverlyequestrian.com.

DRESSAGE

Show series’ in Catlett, Hume

Vintage Valley Sporthorses has a winter dressage series, with shows Jan. 13, Feb. 10 and March 10 at the Catlett facility. Visit vintagevalleysporthorses. com. Spencer Sporthorses in Hume has a dressage series, with shows Jan. 19, Feb. 9 and March 9. Visit spencersporthorsesva.com.

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Orange County Hounds huntsman Reg Spreadborough was feeling the spirit of the season at the local club’s Christmas Eve meet on Monday. hosts a safety seminar Saturday, Jan. 26 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Purcellville Library. The event covers emergency first aid and includes a CPR certificate. Riders and non-riders are welcome to attend. Register at eventclinics.com.

AWARDS

Year-end winners named Jan. 27

The Commonwealth Dressage and Combined Training Association hosts their 32nd annual year-end awards banquet Sunday, Jan. 27. There will be lunch, a silent auction and awards. Registration is at cdcta.com.

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Red Gate Farm in Bluemont has winter hunter series shows Feb. 3, March 3 and April 7, with jumper shows slated Jan. 13 and March 17. Details are at redgatefarmva.com. Elsewhere, Frying Pan Park in Herndon hosts a TWA show series, with jumper shows Jan. 19, Feb. 9 and March 16. Hunter shows are Jan. 20, Feb. 10 and March 17. A full prize list is at facebook. com/twahorseshows. Frying Pan also hosts its Just Jumpers series, with show dates Jan. 12, Feb. 2,

The Great Meadow International moves from early July to Aug. 22–25 next year, offering a new FEI CCI****-S along with CCI***-S and CCI**-S divisions. In addition to eventing, there will be a fall festival with dog agility competition, live music, a beer garden and extensive shopping in a vendor village. The Nations Cup will not return to The Plains in 2019. Shipping teams from Europe has proven an immense burden. Visit greatmeadowinternational.com.

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Deadly distraction Insurance agency uses course to teach driving and texting don’t mix By John Hagarty

Contributing Writer

Houston, we have a problem. Generation after generation, older folks have clucked and wagged fingers about the shortcomings of the upcoming generation of young folk. From Elvis and his road to perdition (called rock ‘n’ roll), to today’s millennials who are deemed not contributing (enough) to society’s well-being, it seems the youth are always taking it on the chin from older adults. The latest discontent is the constant use of cellphones by teenagers. The charge may be accurate, but it’s also one that could be leveled at many adults. There are more than 7 billion cellphones worldwide feeding the addiction. The omnipresent “device” has shown a startling capacity to make a person forget where they are. But once a user – especially a young one – slips behind the wheel of a vehicle, it becomes a life or death issue. Technology itself is seeking fixes to the problem. One feature reminds drivers they are driving (hello!) before they can accept a message. But another approach is to reach out to teens in an interactive way to show them how lethal the combination of wheels and cells can be. The approach might be characterized as, “the hand that rocks the cradle is the hand that rules the world.”

Distracted driving course

Carmen Rivera manages the State Farm Insurance Company in Warrenton. She has worked for the insurer for more than two decades assuming management of the local office last year. She has three fulltime agents and two part-timers at her Warrenton Village Shopping Center office. She is also the mother of two adult children and a proud grandmother. With a strong maternal instinct and a career in insurance, she observes, “You see things that you would hope you never see. One of them is children involved in distracted driving. It’s a huge responsibility to get behind the wheel of a car.” To help counter the problem, she took advantage of a program sponsored by State Farm to educate youthful drivers on the hazards of driving, with a strong emphasis on

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Students at Liberty High School participate in an educational program sponsored by State Farm Insurance on the hazards of texting while driving.

Just the facts: Distracted driving • Distracted driving crashes are under-reported and the National Safety Council estimates cellphone use alone accounts for 27 percent of all car crashes. • The fatal crash rate for teens is three times greater than that of drivers 20 years of age and older. • 88 percent of teenagers ages 13 to 17 have or have access to a cellphone. Source: National Safety Council

the misuse of cellphones. The effort tricked-out vehicle with doors that includes both classroom instruction sport the colors and logo of a Virginand simulated driving conditions. ia state police cruiser. A first-time She visits local high schools and reaction in seeing the little guy is speaks to driver-education students likely, “Hey, that’s cool.” on the responsibilities and dangers “Liberty High was the first school of driving. where I actually performed the “One of my points is to get them distracted driving course. We had to understand the hormore than 150 students rific accidents that can participate. We try to occur from distracted replicate on the road driving,” Rivera said. situations and tell the “And they are not usuchildren what they are ally just fender-bendgoing to encounter. ers. I also talk about The exercises take how accidents and place in school parktickets can impact their ing lots lined with insurance premiums. I rubber cones to creemphasize the need to ate a “road.” The cart keep two hands on the is driven by a student wheel and two eyes on with a police officer “I emphasize the road at all times.” riding shotgun and two More dramatically, the need to keep students sitting in the however, is Rivera’s two hands on the back seat. A series of collaborative efforts wheel and two real time “tests” are with Virginia State Po- eyes on the road then administered. lice to simulate actual To make it fun and at all times.” distracted driving conrealistic, the students – CARMEN RIVERA ditions and their conseare told they can chat, State Farm Insurance quences. The program tap fellow students on takes place at local high the shoulder, pretend schools and involves the use of a they’re changing a radio station and four-seater golf cart that acts as a “ve- even text while driving. In other hicle” to create highway scenarios. words, actions teens often do while And less one thinks a golf cart is behind the wheel. a golf cart, think again. The trainOn one section of the course, ing vehicle – officially designated a drivers must choose to wear either Distracted Driver Simulator – is a day- or nighttime goggles that im-

pair vision and replicate driving under the influence or nighttime driving. Many cones get knocked over. Most dramatically, however, is when each student is told to text a friend while behind the wheel. “When they try to text and drive the ‘car,’ even very slowly, they run over all of the cones. We emphasize that’s what happens in a controlled environment. In the real world, a split second can change everything.” Rivera urges her students to stow phones in purses, glove compartments, or even in back seats so as not to be tempted to respond to incoming messages. To date, Rivera has conducted three classroom sessions and one distracted-driver session at local high schools. “I absolutely will continue the program in the years ahead as long as it’s beneficial to the students. I hope it helps the children and shows them driver responsibility. “But a one-day classroom or driving session cannot fully prepare these children for real-life scenarios” so all efforts must be undertaken to combat the scourge of distracted driving, she said. Rivera showcases how one person can make a difference when passion and knowledge are brought to bear to solve a problem. For more business and wine tales, visit Hagarty-on-wine.com

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BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENTS The following births were recorded at Fauquier Health during the month of November 2018.

Nov. 7

Nov. 1

Nov. 8

A daughter, Elinor Mae Bongiovi, to Rachel Bongiovi and Allen Stevenson, of Warrenton

Nov. 5 A son, Maxwell Michael Watson, to Laura and James Watson, of Amissville A daughter, Ellory Audra Watson, to Laura and James Watson, of Amissville A daughter, Brynlee Faith Kulesza, to Miranda and Frank Kulesza, of Rixeyville

Nov. 6 A daughter, Liana Leigh Sutton, to Monica and Christopher Sutton, of Warrenton A daughter, Loretta Mae Randall, to Danielle and Orrey Randall, of Warrenton A son, Carson Mitchell Lueders, to Cheryl and Austin Lueders, of Culpeper A daughter, Harper Mae Hendricks, to Brianna and Edward Hendricks, of Warrenton

A daughter, Ivory Rayne Haislop, to Melinda and Christopher Haislop, of Front Royal A daughter, Gwynneth Ann Dietrich, to Jennifer and Christopher Dietrich, of Warrenton

Nov. 12 A daughter, Layla Lynn Bowers, to Stacy and Travis Bowers, of Rixeyville A son, Nathynn Russell Heflin Arneel, to Marjorie and Terrence Arneel, of Bealeton

A son, Colin Douglas Slovak, to Elizabeth and Douglas Slovak, of Warrenton

Nov. 19 A daughter, Addyson Lashea Brown, to Amy Williams-Brown and Ryan Brown, of Remington A daughter, Penelope Elizabeth Coggins, to Jennifer White and James Coggins, of Warrenton A son, Jameson Remington Moore, to Roxanne and Stephen Moore, of Warrenton

Nov. 13

Nov. 20

A son, Zion Mikel Brown, to Alesha White and Marquis Brown, of Culpeper A daughter, Alexandra Karen Sullivan, to Michelle and Joseph Sullivan, of Catlett

Nov. 25

Nov. 15 A son, Theodore Moss Marjason, to Jennifer Rosenfeld and Adam Marjason, of Culpeper

Nov. 17 A son, Axel Hudson Klascius, to Jennifer Woodcock and Chad Klascius, of Warrenton

A daughter, Goldie Maybelle Hackett, to Amanda and Steven Hackett, of Marshall A daughter, Evelyn Jeanne Foster, to Kathryn and David Foster, of Culpeper

Nov. 26 A son, Landon Carter Corle, to Amy and Michael Corle, of Bealeton A son, Niko Penn Maiani, to Ashley Jackson and Niko Maiani, of Bealeton

A daughter, Penelope Olivia Piriz, to Danielle Gache-Piriz and Miguel Piriz, of Bealeton A daughter, Kash Aribella King, to Julie and Michael King, of Manassas

Nov. 27 A son, Brayden Kenneth Allen, to Michelle Thompson and Kenneth Allen, of Bealeton A daughter, Tali Alexis Welling, to Cortney Welling, of Culpeper

Information session on veterans benefits to be held Jan. 23 Staff Reports

Veterans and their family members who have questions about veterans’ benefits are encouraged to attend a special briefing in Warrenton on Wednesday, Jan. 23. Ken Wiseman, an accredited Veterans Service Officer with extensive experience assisting Virginia veterans, will hold an information session at 2 p.m. at the PATH Resource Cen-

ter, Fauquier conference room, 321 Walker Drive, Suite 201, in Warrenton. (Enter the building from the rear side and use stairs or elevator to the second floor.) Wiseman will also offer individual sessions before and after the main presentation. They will be held from 1:30 to 2 p.m., and then again from 3-3:30 p.m. Wiseman gears his presentation to

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veterans, spouses, widows and widowers, family members and those in military services or anyone with an interest or need for information and guidance in dealing with the U.S. Department of Veterans affairs. There is no charge to attend. Wiseman will provide up-to-date information, address questions and provide individual assistance about features, eligibility and application processes for benefits and services. Subjects will include disability compensation, education and training, employment services, health care, home loans, life insurance, memorial benefits, pension, as well as spouses, dependents and survivor benefits, according to a news release. Wiseman will also explain recent

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Amissville author wins award for children’s novel about gamers Staff Report Amissville author M.P. Follin has received the 2018 Moonbeam Children’s Book Award for her preteen adventure novel “Ethyr,” which aims to inspire gamers to read. Printed by Castleton Press, “Ethyr” won a 2018 Moonbeam bronze medal. The Moonbeam Children’s Book Awards are intended to bring attention to “exemplary children’s books and their creators and to support childhood literacy and lifelong reading,” according to a news release. In Follin’s novel, gaming leaps off the screen and onto the page when two kids—Skyler Beam and Ellie Claire Martin—use

gaming powers to thwart a mysterious threat to Skyler’s life. With high stakes, fast adventure and imaginative world-building, the story is sure to appeal to gaming fans’ love the hunt. “Kids get tired of hearing: ‘Turn that thing off!’” says Follin. “But tearing children away from electronic devices is an ongoing battle for many parents. ‘Ethyr’ is an edgeof-your-seat story about a boy, a girl, and a video game – which makes everybody happy.” The award ceremony took place in Traverse City, Michigan, on Saturday, Nov. 10. Follin lives, works and writes in Virginia near the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

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Art workshops focus on New Year’s visions By Vicky Moon

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A new year is upon us and many will make resolutions, many of which likely will not be fulfilled. So, how about something new and different? One local art studio is offering artbased adult workshops that promise “nurturing ways to Lilla Ohrstrom enhance your soul.” Just ask Lilla Ohrstrom, of the Youngblood Art Studio in The Plains. She and fellow artist and art therapist Erin Brindle are orchestrating the quarterly workshops, dubbed: “2019 Vision and Art Therapy,” which begin Saturday, Jan. 12, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Ohrstrom calls it a “gift of well-being,” and adds, “You don’t have to be an artist to participate, just willing to try something new.” It’s open to anyone interested in working in clay to create direction for 2019. “Our intention is to bring individuals together to reflect on and experience existential questions through art-making. The group experience will develop a broadened sense of community,” Ohrstrom said. “In creating the workshop, we’re embarking on the process ourselves.” In addition to the Jan. 12 meeting, there will be three other Saturday sessions in 2019: April 6, Sept. 7 and Nov. 9. The cost is $125 per session, with discounts available. While attending all four sessions is not required, Ohrstrom notes: “It’s a commitment which serves the purpose of staying on track through the year and having an opportunity to reflect on and assess where one is near the end of the year.” “Ultimately, we feel that we’re living in a time where the need to cast a positive vision for the future is great,” she adds. “Raising our collaborative consciousness may have a positive effect on each individual, which may have a trickle effect on humanity. This a collaborative effort to raise consciousness.” Ohrstrom and Brindle are planning several projects using clay and collage materials, but not necessarily together. The intent is to help people

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define their goals for the year and sort out how to reach for their dreams, tuning into self-awareness and asking important questions such as: Where am I now? Who am I? Where am going? And, how am I going to get there? Participants will also be challenged to ask themselves, “What am I leaving behind in 2018?” (Possibilities include anger, stress, old habits or a relationship.) They’ll also be asked to consider what they want to hold onto in the new year, through questions such as: “What do I need right now in my life? What space am I creating in my life?” “We’ll envision through meditation and create, in clay sculptures, … life goals in areas of relationship and love, work, play and health. Meditation and creating allows recognition of metaphors that come from your unconscious mind,” Ohrstrom says. “You’ll have support in recognizing your true journey. This workshop takes the approach of ‘we can do more together than apart.’” Each participant is asked to “please be on time,” a first step in approaching the new year in order to begin the workshop in a calm and centered way, Ohrstrom said. Layered clothing is recommended for the comfort of walking outdoors as well as working indoors. The studio is heated, but a sweater or vest indoors is recommended. “We want to offer people an opportunity to explore what they want to bring to the world,” Ohrstrom concludes. “The group creates a community, which multiplies the benefits of raising individual consciousness by mixing perspectives. The intention behind group work is that we are greater together.” Happy 2019.

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Fauquier Community Theatre opens new year with ‘The Lion in Winter’ Staff Report Fauquier Community Theatre is opening the new year with its production of “The Lion in Winter,” which runs from Jan. 25-Feb. 10. The play, written by James Goldman, tells the story of an aging King Henry II of England as the “lion” who does not trust any of his sons to succeed him on the throne, according to a Fauquier Community Theatre news release. “Comedic in tone and dramatic in action, sibling rivalry and dungeons set the stage for this story of the Plan-

tagenet family,” the news release said. “The Queen, Eleanor of Aquitaine, the wealthiest women in the world is in prison, after raising an army against her husband, King Henry II.” The Washington Post described Goldman’s 1966 script as “filled with intense characters and brilliant banter,” and The Los Angeles Times emphasized that the dialogue between characters “is humor that bristles and burns,” according to the FCT news release. See FCT, Page 19

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Nightlife

Live Music & Entertainment

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renton. Come enjoy live Irish music and a relaxed dining atmosphere every Sunday. Wonderful free event perfect for family and friends. Roast beef special. Visit www. mcmahonsirishpub.com Contact: 540-347-7203

Jan. 11 The Edgar Loudermilk Band featuring Jeff Autry Live at Drum and Strum: 8 p.m. 102 Main St., Warrenton. This will be an evening of world-class acoustic music from bluegrass to jazz, swing, hard driving country and beyond. Tickets $20. Children under 12 free with adult. Seating limited. Advance tickets recommended. Visit www.drumnstrum.com Contact: 540-347-7484

THE DUSKWHALES // JAN. 5 Jan. 5 B4C Live at Drum and Strum with Mark Stutso: 8 p.m. 102 Main St., Warrenton. Built 4 Comfort plays a variety of cover songs in its own signature style – soulful and sassy with lots of hip-shakin’ goodness and groove! Start with a deep foundation in the blues, add soulful vocals, hot guitar licks, and a tight rhythm section with great groove and you’ve got a great mix of blues, soul, R&B, Americana and rock favorites. Tickets $20. Children under 12 free with adult. Seating limited. Advance tickets recommended. Visit www.drumnstrum.com. Contact: 540-347-7484 The Duskwhales Live on the Taproom Stage: 5-8 p.m. Old Bust Head Brewery, 7134 Farm Station Road, Vint Hill. Menu by UFO Food Truck. Contact: 540-347-4777 Brian Caperton Live at Wort Hog Brewing Company: 6-9 p.m. 41 Beckham St., Warrenton. Original sound blending folk, jazz and rock styles. Contact: 540-300-2739 Crossthreaded: 7 p.m. Live music at Orlean Market, 6855 Leeds Manor Road, Marshall. Local Hume band plays bluegrass, country and oldies. RSVP for dinner. Contact: 540-364-2774 Live entertainment at Inn at Kelly’s Ford: 7-10 p.m. 16589 Edwards Shop Road, Remington. Contact: 540-399-1779

Jan. 6 Live Irish Music: 5-8 p.m., 380 Broadview Ave., War-

Jan. 12 Linwood Taylor & Friends with Mark Stutso: 8 p.m. 102 Main St., Warrenton. Taylor, blues guitar powerhouse, whose resume includes appearances with Albert King, Joe Louis Walker, Skip Castro, Devon Allman and this past holiday season appeared with Tommy Castro and Joe Louis Walker at the Rhythm & Blues Review in Washington, D.C. Taylor will be joined by Mark Stutso, drummer for legendary D.C. band The Nighthawks. Dean Honeycutt will complete the trio for a night of rockin’ blues! Tickets $20. Children under 12 free with adult. Seating limited. Advance tickets recommended. Visit www.drumnstrum.com Contact: 540-347-7484 Dance Etcetera: 38th Annual Winter Concert: 7 p.m. Hylton Performing Arts Center, 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas. For 38 years Dance Etc. School of the Arts, directed by Ann Boyle, has wowed audiences in Prince William County with diverse performances of highly-trained young artists. Tickets $20. Visit www. hyltoncenter.org/tickets. Contact: 703-257-1811  Pied Piper Theatre presents Disney’s “Newsies”: 7 p.m. Hylton Performing Arts Center, 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas. It’s the summer of 1899 and New York City’s newsboys are on strike. Tickets: Early bird: $15 adults; $12 children (12 and under). Regular price: $20 adults, $15 children (12 and under). Visit www. hyltoncenter.org/tickets. Contact: 703-257-1811

EDGAR LOUDERMILK BAND // JAN. 11 Graham Stone Music Live on the Taproom Stage: 5-8 p.m. Old Bust Head Brewery, 7134 Farm Station Road, Vint Hill. Contact: 540-347-4777

Jan. 13 Gina Clowes Live at Drum and Strum: 7 p.m. 102 Main St., Warrenton. A rising star on the acoustic music scene, singer, songwriter and banjo player Gina Clowes will be joined by Malia Furtado, Chris Luquette and Marshall Wilborn. Tickets $20. Children under 12 free with adult. Seating limited. Advance tickets recommended. Visit www.drumnstrum.com Contact: 540-347-7484

Jan. 19 Cabin Creek Live on the Taproom Stage: 5-8 p.m. Old Bust Head Brewery, 7134 Farm Station Road, Vint Hill. Menu by The Frenchman Food Truck. Contact: 540-347-4777

Jan. 25 Fauquier Community Theatre presents “Lion in Winter”: 7:30 p.m. 4225 Aiken Drive, Warrenton. The nine performances of the play will be held at the Vint Hill Theater on the Green from Jan. 25-Feb. 10. Friday and Saturday performances are at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday matinees are at 2 p.m. Tickets are $15 for students and seniors, and $17 for adults. Reserved seating is available online at www.FCTstage.org or by calling 540-349-8760. Early reservations are highly recommended for best seating preferences. Contact: 703-609-5469

UPCOMING EVENTS Send your events to asherman@fauquier. com at least a week in advance. Entries need to include address and contact number. Visit www.fauquier.com for more events.

Jan. 4 Dark Horse Theatre presents “Craving for Travel”: 7:30 p.m. 6507 Main St., The Plains. Two actors portray 30 characters in 80 minutes. Featuring Jay Tilley and Arianne Warner. Directed by Natasha Parnian. Smash comedy by Greg Edwards and Andy Sandberg. For audience members 14 and older, held at Grace Episcopal Church. Plays Fridays and Saturdays through Jan. 19. Tickets are $20 and available at www. darkhorseva.com or at box office. Ample free parking is available. Contact: 703-537-1071.

Jan. 6 New Year’s Yoga Party at Old Bust Head Brewing Company: 10-11:15 a.m. 7134 Lineweaver Drive, Vint Hill. Start off the New Year with a sound body and mind with this vinyasa flow style yoga class with instructor Patti Bounds. Shop yoga apparel after class, win prizes, try a Kombucha flight, and take a green shot. All levels of experience are encouraged and welcome! Register at www. oldbusthead.com. Contact: 540-347-4777

Jan. 7 Denny’s Paint Night and Creative Crafts with Amy: 6-9 p.m. 7323 Comfort Inn Drive, Warrenton. Painting and making crafts with Amy at Creative Crafts. Easy and fun. Check the calendar for a list of projects. Visit Facebook@Creative Crafts with Amy or www. creativecrafts.space. Contact: 703-967-9742

Jan. 9 Ignite Fauquier: 9-10 a.m. 33 N. Calhoun St., Warrenton. An alliance of entrepreneurs is helping small business owners “fire up business.” Come join our program at Warrenton

Visitor Center. Meet new people and learn the challenges of businesses and organizations. Ideally, all will benefit from the ideas exchanged and from the connections made on the second Wednesday of every month. The doors open at 8:30 a.m. Contact: 540-216-7100

Jan. 10 Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9835 meets: 6:30 p.m. 33 N. Calhoun St., Warrenton. All VFW Post 9835 members are invited to attend our monthly meeting at the Warrenton Visitor Center. Socializing begins at 6:30 p.m.; the meeting starts at 7 p.m. If you’re looking to transfer your VFW membership to Warrenton’s Post we hope you’ll join us, too. And if you’re a military veteran with service in a foreign war or campaign and interested in joining the VFW, you’re also invited to attend. For more information about eligibility in the VFW, and to see what the Warrenton Post is doing in the Fauquier community, visit www.myvfw.org/va/post9835.

Jan. 11 Fauquier Community Theatre holds auditions: Auditions for “My Fair Lady” will be held on Friday, Jan. 11, from 7–9:30 p.m. and Saturday, Jan.12, from 9 a.m.-noon and 2–6 p.m. (Call backs will be by invitation on Sunday, Jan. 13, from 2-4:30 p.m., and Monday, Jan. 14, from 7-9:30 p.m.). All auditions and callbacks will be held at Hope Christian Fellowship, 4173 Bludau Drive, Warrenton. Production in May. More information including the opportunity to pre-register for an audition can be found on the Fauquier Community Theatre website. Visit www.FCTstage.org. Contact Debra Smyers at 703-609-5469. Sumerduck Ruritan Pickin’ Party: 5 p.m. 5335 Sumerduck Road, Sumerduck. Doors open at 5 p.m. with dinner served from 6-8:30 p.m. Music starts at 7 p.m. and runs till 10 p.m. Free-will donations gladly accept-

ed. Come join us for good food and great bluegrass music. Contact: 540-445-1714

Jan. 12 All-you-can-eat breakfast: 8-11 a.m. 5073 Jeffersonton Road, Jeffersonton. The Jeffersonton Community Center will hold its monthly allyou-can-eat-breakfast from 8-11 a.m. and every second Saturday. Menu includes eggs, pancakes, sausage, gravy, biscuits, crepes, bacon, pastries, fried apples, orange juice and coffee. $9/adults $6/children 6-12, free/children under 6. All are welcome. For more info, call 540-937-9979

Jan. 13 At the Parish House presents Brian Woods: 3 p.m. 105 East Washington St., Middleburg. The “At the Parish House” performance series of Middleburg’s Emmanuel Church will showcase the keyboard brilliance of pianist Brian Woods. The concert will include Beethoven’s surprise-filled Sonata in E-flat Major, Op. 31 No. 3, selections from Debussy’s “Préludes,” and three of Chopin’s poetic “Mazurkas.” The concert concludes with Samuel Barber’s stunning Sonata, Op. 26. Reservations are recommended but not required at 540-687-6297. A donation of $10 is suggested but not required; all are welcome.

Jan. 14 Sumerduck Ruritan Senior Citizen Bingo: Noon-2 p.m. 5335 Sumerduck Road, Sumerduck. Bingo for seniors 55 and older. Everyone that plays brings a gift bag with an inexpensive prize in it. Anyone wishing to join the group for lunch at a local restaurant afterward is welcome. All invited. Contact: 540-445-1714

Jan. 17 Warrenton Ruritan Club monthly meeting: 7 p.m. 6903 Blantyre Road, Warrenton. Visitors are invited, and dinner is provided. New members welcome. Meets regularly the third Thursday of each month. Contact John

Wayland at jsmwayland@gmail.com

ONGOING EVENTS Need a coat? If you need a coat, take one. If you have extra coats, drop them off daily at 6328 Catlett Road, in Bealeton, courtesy of Lee Sherbeyn Real Estate. Contact: 540-439-4400 Parkinson’s Piedmont Support Group in Warrenton. Covers Fauquier, Culpeper, Rappahannock area. Meets the third Monday of every month at Chestnut Forks Tennis and Fitness Club, 6379 Airlie Road, Warrenton, from 12:15 to 2 p.m. Persons with Parkinson’s, as well a care partners, are welcome to attend. Share experiences, treatment interventions, resource information, and fellowship with others going through the same challenges Contact Kendal Blaser at 540-222-6000 or Ann Proctor at 703-967-8525. Brew your own beer.The Warrenton Brewers Guild meets on the first Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at Powers Farm and Brewery, 9269 Redemption Way in Midland. Contact president Robert Ridgell at 703-906-1783. Checkmate! Calling all chess lovers of all ages, beginners through masters. The United States Chess Federation-affiliated Warrenton Chess Club meets every Thursday from 6:45 - 10:45 p.m. to host ongoing tournaments! $50 monthly prize to best score. Meets at 73 Culpeper St. (St. James’). Visit www.warrentonchessclub.com or contact 540-660-2822 Families Overcoming Drug Addiction First and third Thursday of the month at Fauquier Hospital Sycamore Room, 500 Hospital Drive in Warrenton, 6:30 p.m. Information: Call Caroline Folker at 540-316-9221 or email MyFODAfamily@gmail.com Spiritual Care Support Ministries. Open Monday through Friday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Contact Chaplain Liz Danielsen at 540-349-5814. At 76 W. Shirley Ave., in Warrenton.

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FAITH NOTES Submit your religious news events to asherman@fauquier.com at least a week in advance for publication. Please include address/contact information for your event.

Friday, Jan. 4 First Friday Followers: Amissville United Methodist Church will host the monthly meeting of First Friday Followers, at 5 p.m., beginning in the sanctuary of the church, 14760 Lee Highway in Amissville. This is a program for children and youth. For questions, please call Missy at 540-937-3590.

Sunday, Jan. 6 Choral Evensong at Leeds-Epiphany: Join the Episcopal Church of Leeds Parish as it celebrates Epiphany with a Choral Evensong on Sunday, Jan. 6, at 5 p.m. Soloists from Shenandoah University Conserva-

tory will join organist Fred Clyne, and the Leeds Church Choir to perform the music of Shaw, Upton, Pulkingham, Havergal and Arnatt. There will also be a special presentation of J.H. Hopkins’ renowned hymn “We Three Kings.” The service will be followed by a festive king’s reception. Admission is free and all are welcome. The Episcopal Church of Leeds Parish is at 4332 Leeds Manor Road, Markham.

Saturday, Jan. 12 Annual Community Chili CookOff and Silent Auction: Stop by the Jeffersonton Baptist Church Fellowship Hall, 18498 Springs Road, Jeffersonton, from 5-8 p.m. for this annual community chili cook-off and silent auction to benefit the church’s missions. Judging for the chili cook-off is from 5-6 p.m. The

entry-fee for chili cookers is $20. Admission for tasters is $5 and kids under 10 are free. Hot dogs will be available. To enter, bring a Crockpot of cooked chili to the venue by 4:30 p.m. on Jan. 12. A list of ingredients and a rating of how hot it is (mild, hot, or extra hot) must accompany your entry. An entry form must be submitted in advance. Contact: 540-937-5446

Sunday, Jan. 13 Jubilant Music to Launch the New Year: On Sunday, Jan. 13, from 3-5 p.m., the At the Parish House performance series of Middleburg’s Emmanuel Church will showcase the keyboard brilliance of pianist Brian Woods. The concert will include Beethoven’s surprise-filled Sonata in E-flat Major, Op. 31 No. 3, selections from

Debussy’s “Préludes,” and three of Chopin’s poetic “Mazurkas.” The concert concludes with Samuel Barber’s stunning Sonata, Op. 26. A donation of $10 is suggested, but not required. Emmauel Episcopal Church is at 105 E. Washington St., Middleburg.

Monday, Jan. 21 30th Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Annual Community Celebration: Hosted by Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church. The theme is “Let Justice Ring Everywhere!” Featuring keynote speaker Dr. Decker H. Tapscott Sr., senior pastor, FCC&IOC, Warrenton. Music provided by the Rev. Dr. MLK Jr. Choir under the direction of the Rev. Lemuel Montgomery. Special prelude music by students from Covenant Christian Academy, Vint Hill. The event is

from1-3 p.m. at the Highland School Rice Theatre, 591 Broadview Ave., Warrenton. For more information, contact Maurita Washington at 540729-0344.

Ongoing… Fauquier Jewish Congregation Religious School classes resume: Fauquier Jewish Congregation Religious School classes, serving kindergarten through sixth grade, meet on Sunday mornings at the Highland School in Warrenton. The school’s focus is to teach Jewish content and values while building a nurturing and supportive community. New students are welcome to join our continuing students; membership in the congregation is not required. For further information, please contact Rabbi Bill Rudolph at rabbiwdr@gmail.com.

Fauquier Community Theatre opens new year with ‘The Lion in Winter’ FCT, from Page 17 Fauquier Community Theatre’s local cast brings the story of “The Lion in Winter” to life “with much wit and zest,” the news release said. The cast includes King Henry II (played by Michael Mehaffey); Queen Eleanor, Henry’s wife (Lisa Bailey); Richard Lionheart, the eldest son (Gregory Leggott); Geoffrey, the middle son (Justin Moreland); John, the youngest son (Richard Padilla); Philip, King of France (Stephen Hyland); and Alais, a French Princess (Kelsey Moran). Fauquier Community Theatre’s production of “The Lion in Winter” is directed by Charles DeLong, sponsored by Centerview Title Group and presented by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc. The nine performances of the play will be held at the Vint Hill Theater on the Green, at 4225 Aiken Drive, Warrenton, from Jan. 25–Feb. 10. Friday and Saturday performances are at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday matinees are at 2 p.m. Tickets are $15 for students and seniors and $17 for adults. Reserved seating is available online at www. FCTstage.org or by calling 540-3498760. Early reservations are recommended.

Auditions for spring production

With a “little bit of luck,” start the new year off on stage. Fauquier

Community Theatre is holding auditions for its production of Lerner and Lowe’s “My Fair Lady” presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International. The ever-popular musical is part of FCT’s 41st anniversary season and is sponsored by Brookside Neighbors Magazine. Auditions for “My Fair Lady” will be held on Friday, Jan. 11, from 7-9:30 p.m.; and Saturday, Jan. 12, from 9 a.m.-noon and 2-6 p.m. Callbacks will be by invitation on Sunday, Jan. 13, from 2-4:30 p.m., and Monday, Jan. 14, from 7-9:30 p.m.

All auditions and callbacks will be held at Hope Christian Fellowship, 4173 Bludau Drive, Warrenton. Lerner and Loewe’s award-winning story of a cockney flower girl transformed into an elegant lady is widely considered one of the greatest musicals of all time. FCT’s production of “My Fair Lady” is directed by Lucia Hanover and produced by Amanda Gibson. The music director is Brianna Williamson and musical numbers are choreographed by Jennifer Perrius. Performances will be held at the Vint Hill Theater on the Green, 4225

Aiken Drive, Warrenton, from May 3 to May 19. Fridays and Saturday performances take place at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday matinees are at 2 p.m. Tickets for reserved seating are on sale now at www.FCTstage.org or by calling 540-349-8760. Ticket prices are $18 for students and senior citizens, and $20 for adults. Early advanced reservations are highly recommended as FCT shows are known to sell out. More information including the opportunity to pre-register for an audition can be found on the FCT website: www.FCTstage.org.

Places of Worship Grace Episcopal Church CHOOSING A PLOT While some individuals prefer to be buried in the place where they grew up, others seek to select a burial plot in the place where they have come to live as adults. Many people also take the location of immediate family members into careful consideration, because they are the ones most likely to make regular visits to the grave. Regardless of the factors involved, the choice of a plot is best made as part of a pre-planning approach. Leaving the choice to the deceased’s survivors can place a heavy burden on those involved. Burial in a veterans’ cemetery includes a plot, opening and closing of the grave, perpetual care, a headstone, and military honors, all without charge. Keep in mind if there are any other considerations that are important to you, such as religious requirements that the cemetery may or may not be able to meet, the types and sizes of headstone or grave makers that the cemetery allows, or the types of personal memorials or decorations that may be placed on graves. If you are interested in learning more about the burial services we offer, please call MOSER FUNERAL HOME at (540) 347-3431. We invite you to tour our facility at 233 Broadview Ave., Warrenton. Ask us about our BRIGHT VIEW CEMETERY, just outside of Warrenton. “Heaven lent you a soul, Earth will lend a grave.” – Christian Nestell Bovee

• HOLY EUCHARIST: Sundays, 9 a.m. • SUNDAY SCHOOL: Children & Adults 10 a.m. 5096 Grace Church Lane, Casanova (1 mile off Meetze Road) The Rev. James Cirillo, Priest • (540) 788-4419

www.gracechurchcasanova.org

ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC CHURCH 271 Winchester St., Warrenton, VA 20186

540-347-2922 MASS SCHEDULE Weekday: 6:30am & 8:30am Saturday: 8:30am, 5pm & 7pm (Spanish) Sunday: 7:30am, 9am, 10:45am, 12:30pm & 5:30pm For Holiday Masses, please visit

www.stjohntheevangelist.org St. John the Evangelist Parish is a Catholic faith community committed to living God's message as given to us by Jesus Christ. We strive to encourage Christian love, faith & peace.

Father James R. Gould, Pastor

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A summary of Remington Town Council actions The final public Remington Town Council for 2018 was held in December in the town’s new town hall, 105 E. Main St., complete with Wi-Fi access. Most of the council was present. The Town of Remington has a population of about 650 residents and a very well-financed municipal treasury and budget. Its finances are supported by property taxes, sales taxes, water charges and significant connection revenues, user charges, personal property taxes, businesses license fees and auto decal fees, and the town has significant financial reserves and property holdings. As your local columnist, I will admit that attending and reporting on these meetings is not always easy, but I believe beneficial. It’s up to you if you want to access all of the background documents that are referred

Consider volunteering in the new year Gosh, isn’t it hard to believe...another New Year! Happy 2019, folks. Hope you had a fabulous and safe celebration. I hope that it will be a healthy and prosperous year for us all! As you begin this new year and you’re making your resolutions, please think about volunteering in your communities, whether it be in church, school or any other organization that needs help. If you don’t have the time, but maybe can spare a few dollars, that would be a help, too. Most nonprofits in your communities rely on citizens to assist them physically and financially. Think about it – I’m sure they would appreciate any kind of help you can give. Our communities have been saddened so much the past year, especially at the holidays. Please keep the Cheatwood family in your thoughts and prayers; John Cheatwood passed away on Dec. 24. Dark Horse Theatre Company is

JOE KORPSAK REMINGTON BEALETON OPAL 540-497-1413 joe.korpsak@yahoo.com to on the agenda during the meeting. There is much verbal information presented to the council by the town staff and the local press is referred to as the “fourth estate” by the mayor. The town still has its old separate town hall building which has been vacant for about a year. On the agenda in December was discussion about a number of what are considered problem properties in the town deemed unsafe and an eyesore. Keep in mind that the town coun-

BRENDA PAYNE MARSHALL THE PLAINS 540-270-1795 marshallvanews@gmail.com proud to present the regional premiere of “Craving for Travel,” the off-Broadway smash comedy by Greg Edwards and Andy Sandberg. Two actors, 30+ characters; 80 minutes. No problem. Gary and Joanne, rival travel agents and former spouses, are vying for their industry’s most prestigious honor: the Globel Prize. With their reputations on the line, they’ll tackle any request, no matter how impossible, and any client, no matter how unreasonable. Full of overzealous travelers, overbooked flights, and hoteliers who are just over it, this off-Broadway hit features two actors, a bottom-

cil agenda does have a “Citizen’s Time” for public opinion, request and dissent, which is ably and patiently presided by the mayor. At the meeting, a local Girl Scout troop spoke about wanting to provide a community project of constructing and placing “bat houses” throughout Remington. More information is required by the council for consideration. The town named its annual holiday decoration contest winners. The council recognized three local residences: First place, 403 Franklin St.; second place, 1187 Polland Court; and third place, 309 Church St. The three businesses honored were: First place, Remington Drug; second place, Groves Hardware; and third place, Forget Me Not Flowers. All well-deserved. Councilman Stan Heaney was recently hospitalized and is expected to recover. Being a town councilperson requires dedication and active

participation and can sometimes take a toll on one’s health. The council awarded its annual holiday bonuses to all its staff and workers. The town recently won a “Make It Happen” grant for outside improvements around the new town hall building. The town is working with the Fauquier County Department of Economic Development for projects on downtown East Main Street to add directional signs to assist with tourism and its ongoing traffic congestion. The mayor recognized James Steele, who operates a local insurance company in Remington, as a “distinguished citizen” for his community participation in town business. The next town council meeting will be on Monday, Jan. 7, starting at 7 p.m. at the new town hall. Hope to see you there!

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Join book, thought discussions at Fauquier Library Great music continues after the holidays with B4C at the Drum and Strum (102 Main St.) on Saturday, Jan. 5, from 8 to 10 p.m. With guest drummer Mark Stutso, the band is described as “soulful and sassy.” The music is a combination of blues, soul, R&B, American, and rock. Tickets are $20, with children 12 and under free. Seating is limited, so advance ticket purchases are encouraged. For more information, call 540-347-7484.

Monroe Park plans ‘Winter Wonderland’ event for kids Happy New Year! ’Tis the season for new year’s resolutions; many people resolve to exercise more and eat less. Some other common resolutions are to save money, to get a new job or hobby, to travel, to make new friends or to find love. What about you? My normal resolution is to lose weight but since that rarely works, I think I will try a new one this year. The Bealeton Library is hosting a “Crafternoon” this Friday, Jan. 4. Kids of all ages can come to the library between 1:30 and 4 p.m. to make a craft. The OWLs (Older Wiser Learners) will be meeting at the Bealeton

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ALICE FELTS WARRENTON 540-349-0037 warrenton.news@gmail.com If you like to discuss great topics with other adults, the Fauquier Library (central location) at 11 Winchester St. has two upcoming wonderful opportunities for you. On Monday, Jan. 7, the Great Books

PAM VAN SCOY GOLDVEIN 540-379-2026 pamvs2000@yahoo.com Depot on Thursday, Jan. 10, from 2-4 p.m. This month’s theme is “Brain Games and Trivia.” Monroe Park is planning some fun events for 5- to 12-year-olds this winter. Winter Wonderland will be held on Jan. 26 (registration ends on Jan. 21). Kids can learn how to make snow slime, grow crystal snowflakes and use their imaginations to make

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Discussion group will meet from 7 to 8:30 p.m. to discuss “Of Friendship and Of Solitude” by Michel De Montaigne. The group is sponsored by the Friends of the Fauquier Library and is free to the public. There is no registration required and new members are welcomed. On Tuesday, Jan. 8, there is another discussion taking place at the central library from 7 to 9 p.m. The Socrates Café is available for adults to discuss their thoughts openly and honestly with others without the fear of repercussion. New members and those with differing opinions are welcomed.

Should we have snow and ice, it is up to citizens to take part in the removal of the dangerous precipitation. The Town of Warrenton requires the occupant of any house or lot that abuts a paved sidewalk or footway of stone, brick or wood, to take action within six hours after the snow has quit falling. And it is unlawful to remove snow or ice from one’s location and place it on the street or another sidewalk. If the snow or ice cannot be removed, property owners must put down salt or ashes so that sidewalks and footways are safe to travel on foot. These regulations also apply to unoccupied properties.

acorn and pinecone creatures. For more information, visit www.bluetoad.com/publications/index.php or call Todd at 540-422-8170. The Big Dig will be held on Saturday, Feb. 23 (registration ends Feb. 18). I will have more information about this next week.

The Remington FCE Homemakers Club will meet on Wednesday, Jan. 16 at 10 a.m. The group meets at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church’s parish hall. A potluck luncheon will follow the meeting. New members are welcome! Have a wonderful week!

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Read. Shop. Buy smart. Health screenings are a part of preventive health care. But often the screenings are done too frequently, not at all, or with inaccurate tests. The January issue of Consumer Reports, available at your local Fauquier County Public Library, looks at 18 different screenings including bone density, cholesterol, and skin cancer, with information on why the screening is done and for whom it’s recommended. Consistent exercise is proven to be good for people, but according to the latest survey by the Physical Activity Council, more than a quarter of all Americans get virtually no exercise. While climbing and walking

are some of the most popular forms of aerobic exercise, many people prefer to exercise alone at home. Check out this issue’s ratings for treadmills and ellipticals. Pasta and sauce is a quick and easy comfort food meal for many Americans. In 2017, Americans spent around $2.6 billion on readymade pasta sauces. Tomato sauce counts toward the 2-3 cups of vegetables recommended per day; although some jarred tomato-based sauces are high in sodium and sugar,

Calendar: Wednesday, Jan. 2

many are still healthy options. In this issue, the Consumer Reports team of nutritionists and professional food tasters rate the taste and nutritional value of 35 tomato-based sauces. Consumer Reports magazine is available in print and online to Fauquier County Public Library card holders, providing access to articles, reviews and ratings on over 8,000 products and services. The library has copies of Consumer Reports dating back to 2015.

2019 Sunday with the Library schedule announced Fauquier County Public Library is pleased to announce the 2019 Sunday with the Library schedule. The series, which began in 2017, offers free monthly programs for families and adults ranging from author presentations to flower arranging. The program, which is sponsored by Friends of the Fauquier Library, was attended by more than 400 individuals in 2018. Mark your calendar for

Preparations underway for MLK event Jan. 21 Preparations are underway at Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church for the 30th Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Celebration to be held on Jan. 21. The event will be held at the Highland School Rice Theater Performing Arts Building, 597 Broadview Ave., Warrenton, starting a 1 p.m. This year’s theme is “Let Justice Ring Everywhere!” The keynote speaker is Dr. Decker H. Tapscott Sr., senior pastor, Faith Christian Center & International Outreach Center. Music will be provided by the Rev. Dr. MLK Jr. Choir under the direction of the Rev. Lemuel Montgomery. A special music prelude will be performed by students from Covenant Christian Academy in Vint Hill. Nominations are being sought for outstanding individuals and groups that reflect Rev. Dr. MLK Jr.’s ideals in the areas of religion, community service, business, political action, education, youth and special recognition. Winners of the youth essays will read their selections at the event. Call 540-347-4665 for specific information. Keith McCullough is the pastor and can be reached at 540-347-3735.

these dates and topics: • March 10: Folk Duo Andy and Judy Daigle • April 14: Fauquier Community Read • May 19: Silver Tones Swing Band • June 23: Native Plants • July 14: Family Day at Bealeton library • Aug. 11: 1979: The Year That

Made the Modern Middle East • Sept. 8: Bee Keeping • Oct. 13: Fauquier Ghost Stories • Nov. 3: Holiday Decorating All programs are free; watch for detailed program descriptions at fauquierlibrary.org. – Lisa Pavlock, Public Information Coordinator, Fauquier County Public Library

John Marshall Paws to Read 4-5 p.m. (JM) English-as-a-second-language class, 6-8 p.m. (W) 6:30-8 p.m. (JM)

Thursday, Jan. 3

Warrenton Adult Writing Group 1-3 p.m. (W) Family Movie 1:30-3:30 p.m. (B) (JM) Winter Break Crafternoon 10 a.m.-noon (W) GED classes 5:30-8 p.m. (B) *

Friday, Jan. 4

Book Cellar open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (JBP) Winter Break Crafternoon 1:30-4 p.m. (B) (JM) Family Movie 1:30-3:30 p.m. (W)

Saturday, Jan. 5

Book Cellar open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (JBP)

Monday, Jan. 7

Baby Steps 10:30-11 a.m. (W) Scrabble for Adults 6-8 p.m. (JM) Great Books Discussion Group 7-8:30 p.m. (W)

Tuesday, Jan. 8

Half Pints Story Time 10:30-11:30 a.m. (W) Books ‘N Stitchers 12:30-2:30 p.m. Teen Advisory Group (TAG) meeting 4-5 p.m. (B) Homework Help for school-age children 5-7 p.m. (B) GED Classes 5:30-8 p.m. (B) * Pajama Story Time 6-7 p.m. (W) Socrates Café 7-9 p.m. (W)

* Registration is required B – Bealeton branch library, 10877 Willow Drive North, Bealeton JM – John Marshall branch library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall W – Warrenton central library, 11 Winchester St., Warrenton JBP – John Barton Payne building, 2 Courthouse Square, Warrenton For full program descriptions, visit fauquierlibrary.org or pick up a calendar of events from any library location.

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These property transfers, ﬁled Nov. 26 through Nov. 30, 2018 were provided by the Clerk of the Court in Fauquier County. (Please note that to conserve space, only the ﬁrst person named as the grantor or grantee is listed. The kind of instrument is a deed unless stated otherwise.) Top dollar deal: $5,825,000 in Scott District Cedar Run District

Simon W. Byler Tr. to Barn Property LLC, 143.18453 acres at 3153 Catlett Road, Catlett. $1,800,000

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NVP Inc. to William C Brummett, 9049 Stone Crest Drive, Warrenton. $520,000 Center District

Al-Mara Farm Inc. to Mark Weekley, 48.486 acres on Germantown Road, Midland. $499,900

Garrett J. Simpson to Pamela J. Bray, 475 Denning Court, Warrenton. $246,000

James M. Shiels by Sub. Tr. to Robert M. Iten, 6370 Redwinged Blackbird Drive, Warrenton. $421,001

James B. Burke Tr. to Courtney Canﬁeld Musser, 332 Preston Drive, Warrenton. $480,000

RFI WC Inc. to NVR Inc. 0.5764 acre, Lot 49, Warrenton Chase. $229,286

Gregory W. Smith Sr. to Meghan Ann Costello, 203-C Fernwood Place, Warrenton. $200,000

Benu Shrestha to Gobina P. Poudel, four parcels totaling 16,949 sq. ft., intersection of Rts. 28 and 616, Calverton/Catlett. $240,000 Timothy J. Vannorman to Michael Stephen Parkinson, 7755 Neavil’s Lane, Catlett. $516,000 Lynn A. Pirozzoli to Fauquier County Board of Supervisors, Condemnation Certiﬁcate. 0.0648 acre, 2,822 sq. ft. and 2,065 sq. ft. on Meetze Road, Warrenton. $12,452 CBAY-VA LLC to John P. Chamberlain, 39.2169 acres on Catlett Road. $20,000

Margaret L. Blank to Joseph Volpe III, 94 North View Circle, Warrenton. $450,000 Lee District Mathai Real Estate Holdings LLC to Bealeton Retail Inv. LLC, Lots 4-A and 1-A, Liberty Station Condominium, 11085 and 11083 Marsh Road, Bealeton. $5,600,000 Nokesville Properties Inc. to F&F Properties USA Inc., 201 North Church Street, Remington. $90,000 Prime Construction Co. of Virginia to Brittany Elizabeth Lewis, 0.9031 acre at 13868 Union Church Road, Sumerduck. $312,000

Patrick D. Ellrich to Michael Inzeo, 6565 Constitution Way, Bealeton. $340,000 NVR Inc. to Thomas W. Franks, 7602 Hancock Street, Bealeton. $408,285 Raymond L. Willingham to Wilderness Homes Inc., 0.2433 acre at 204 N. Franklin Street, Remington. $173,000 Scott District Meteren Farm LLC to Altair Farm LLC, 273.13 acres on Rt. 709 nr. The Plains, less & except Tract B-1 containing 26.2169 acres; Lot at 6488 Lambdon Road, nr. The Plains; Lot at 2706 Zulla Road, nr. The Plains. $5,825,000 Jason Allen to Christopher Dietrich, 4182 Cray Drive, nr. Warrenton. $535,000 Connie L. Walton to Bwindi Mazey LLC, Lot 3, 0.49 acre on Cromwell’s Run off Rt. 715 nr. The Plains; Lot 1-A, 149.8754 acres at 7295 Old Carter’s Mill Road, nr. The Plains. $4,900,000 Fauquier Lakes Limited Partnership to NVR Inc., Lots 91 and 99, Brookside nr. Warrenton. $468,836 Constance Wilfong to James George Mittong Jr., 5048 Dogwood Drive, nr. Warrenton. $320,000

OBITUARIES

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OBITUARIES Sheila Louise Yancey Hunter Sheila Louise Yancey Hunter, 78, of Warrenton, passed away on Friday, December 21, 2018 at Gainesville Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was born September 4, 1940 in Alexandria to the late Thomas V. and Grace Bender Yancey. She was the District Eight President of the Veteran of Foreign Wars Ladies Auxiliary, and Warrenton Newcomers participant. Sheila is survived by her husband Curtis Stanley Hunter Jr, and two sons Thomas Charles Delach of Springfield, Va, and Sean David Delach and his wife Bobbie of Bealeton; a brother David Yancey of Alexandria; and three grandchildren Samantha Delach, Jessica Delach and Luke Delach of Bealeton. She was preceded in death by her parents. A Memorial Service will be held at Thursday, January 3 , 2019 at 9:30 AM at Moser Funeral Home, 233 Broadview Avenue, Warrenton, VA 20186 . Inurnment will follow at Culpeper National Cemetery. An online guestbook and tribute wall are available at moserfuneralhome.com

Viola Montana Ward Viola Montana Ward, age 82, a resident of Warrenton, VA passed away on December 29, 2018 at her home. Viola and Bob owned the business of Frost Diner in Warrenton VA during the 70’s, 80’s and sold their business 1997. Viola grew up on a ranch in Miles City, Montana herding and milking cattle. Her father was given the opportunity to purchase the land for $1.00 when he reached NY City, he was a Titanic survivor. Viola was preceded in death by her husband, Robert L. Ward, Sr. (Bob); her son, Robert L. Ward, Jr. (Bobby); parents, Arthur and Louise (Neumiller) Scheibel, an infant brother, and brother, Ernest (Pat) Scheibel of Tacoma WA; four sisters, Elizabeth (Harold) Wheadon of Miles City, MT, Esther (Pat) Walsh of Tacoma, WA, Freida (Bill) Williams of Silverton, OR and Margaret (Bruce) Gentry of Kennewick, WA. Survived by her loving daughter, Karen Marie Ward of Warrenton, VA; one brother, Robert (Rosemary) Scheibel of Miles City, MT and one sister, Hilda Beeler (Bill) Souza of Reno, NV. Six grandchildren, Misty Tavishati (Todd), Bobbie Jo Hall (Dave), Stephanie Bruce (Chris), Jonathan Robert Louis Ward (Jennifer), Frank Ward and Matthew Ward; thirteen greatgrandchildren, Kirsten and Bryce Tavishati, Tyler and Makyla Placek, Abel, Dylan and Kayla Bruce, Auston and Ryan Hall, Piper Whitney, Jameson and Holden Ward. A visitation will be on Monday, January 7, 2019 from 10-11pm and a service at 11am at Moser Funeral Home. A Shelter Service will follow at Culpeper National Cemetery, Culpeper, VA. A reception will follow the services at the Ward’s Home. Arrangements by Moser Funeral Home 233 Broadview Ave. Warrenton, VA 20186, 540-347-3431, online condolences can be made at moserfuneralhome.com.

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JoAnn Fenton Simpson JoAnn Fenton Simpson, age 68, of Marshall, VA died on Tuesday, December 25, 2018 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on October 31, 1950 in Waynesville, MO to the late William Bertley and Mary Ellen (Hance) Fenton. JoAnn became an Elvis fan during her teen years and never stopped, she also loved to collect Elvis memorabilia. JoAnn loved to play cards and was an avid Washington Redskin’s fan. JoAnn worked for the past 12 years as a Sales Associate at the Tractor Supply Store, Marshall. JoAnn was the beloved wife of the late Fred B. Simpson, loving and devoted mother of Daisy K. Simpson of Marshall and the late Mary Louise Grove Eckenrode, step-mother of the late Fred B. Simpson, Jr., proud grandmother of Katie Jo Grove, sister of Everette Fenton, William “Billy” Fenton and Deborah Baker, all of Missouri, the late Charlie Hance, Donald Fenton and Jack Fenton, also survived by several other brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. The family received friends on Friday, December 28th from 6-8pm at the Royston Funeral Home, 4125 Rectortown Road, Marshall, where funeral services were held on Saturday, December 29th at 11am with Clyde Simpson and Andy Law officiating. Interment will immediately followed at Middleburg Memorial Cemetery. Please view and sign the family guestbook at www. roystonfuneralhome.net.

Philip Lawrence Spellerberg Philip Lawrence Spellerberg (Age 63), passed away on Wednesday, December 19, 2018, of Delaplane, VA. Beloved brother of Toni (the late John) Hudson, Tom (Florie) Spellerberg, Ruthie Spellerberg, Pete (Mary) Spellerberg, Joanie (Keith) Bagley, and Mike (Paula) Spellerberg. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, and great nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Sunday, January 6, 2019, from 2 to 4 pm. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Patrick’s Church, Norbeck & Muncaster Mill Roads, Rockville, MD, on Monday, January 7, 2019 at 11 am. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. www.collinsfuneralhome.com

Gloria May Van Arsdall Gloria May Schaffner - Van Arsdall, age 79, passed away on December 13, 2018 at Brookside ReHab and Nursing Center at Warrenton, VA. Gloria was born on October 08, 1939 in Albany, New York to the late Alfred and Doris Schaffner. She had one sister, the late Dottie Kearns of West Sand Lake, New York Gloria is survived by her husband, Carson Roy Van Arsdall of Warrenton, VA ; two sons, Neal Lee Van Arsdall of Auburn, VA and Dale Nandul Van Arsdall and wife of Seattle, Washington, and sister - in law, Paula Jane Clark, of Russellville, Ky. and two nieces: Ronda Kearns, of West Sand Lake, New York and Andrea Schaffner of Albany, New York. Her interests were as an active member of the Front Royal Church of Christ at Front Royal, VA. Gloria was a former Marine and supported Veterans Organizations. She fulfilled her wish as a donation to the Virginia Anatomical Program. Condolences may be sent to the Front Royal Church of Christ at Front Royal, Virginia , 140 West 15th Street, Front Royal, VA 22630 (540) 635 2613.

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OBITUARIES Edythe Virginia Burton

Wayne L. Herrell

Edythe Virginia Burton, a lifelong resident of Warrenton, Virginia, died peacefully on December 23rd. She was born in Warrenton on September 9th, 1926 to the late Carl Sr. and Lena Gray. As a young woman she worked as a telephone operator. She also worked for Fauquier County Public Schools in the cafeteria at Warrenton Elementary School and P. B. Smith Elementary School. She worked for many years at Fauquier Hospital managing the snack bar and the gift shop. She dedicated her life to serving others; she volunteered countless hours to the Fauquier Hospital Auxiliary in roles such as Candy Striper/Junior Volunteer coordinator for many years. She was honored by the Fauquier Hospital Auxiliary in 1998 as the Lights for Life Honoree for her numerous years of dedicated service. Edythe was an active member of Bethel United Methodist Church since childhood. She was active for many years in the United Methodist Women and various ministries of the church. Even with all of her volunteer duties and job responsibilities she was a dedicated and supportive wife, mother, friend, and maintained her title of “Best Nanny Ever”. She was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, W. Ryland Burton Jr., her brothers Carl Gray Jr. and Edward F. Gray, and sister Pauline Moss. She is survived by her brother Robert Gray of Denton Texas, daughters Sandra Colvin (Ronnie) of Warrenton, Karen Moore (Albert) of Leesburg, three grandchildren Ryan Colvin (Sarah), Mary Beth Colvin, and Emily Moore; and four great-grandchildren. Funeral Service are incomplete, call Moser Funeral Home for dates and times, 540-347-3431. Memorial contributions may be made to the Bethel United Methodist Church or Hospice.

Mary Jane Leach Mary Jane Leach, 68 of The Plains, VA passed away on Dec. 22, 2018 at her home. She was born on Sept. 1, 1950 at Loudoun County, VA a daughter of the late Paul Wesley Leonard and Violet Wilson Leonard. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, David and Wilbur Leonard. Mrs. Leach co-pastored with her husband at Stuarts Draft Full Gospel Church in the Shenandoah Valley and for the last 33 years at Manassas Pentecostal Church. She is survived by her loving husband, Rev. H. G. Leach; her children and spouses, Naomi and Pastor Dale Huff, and April and Josh Marcum, both of Stuarts Draft, VA and Stephen Michael Leach of The Plains; her siblings, Paul, Charles, and Jonah Leonard, Jerry Carter, Joyce Marders and Larry Leonard; three grandchildren, Hannah Grace Huff, Hope Dawn and Brooklyn Jane Marcum; and a nephew she cared for, Ray Leonard. The family received friends on Thursday, Dec. 27 from 2-4 & 6-9 PM at Manassas Pentecostal Church, 8727 Wellington Road, Manassas, VA 20109 where funeral services were held on Friday, Dec. 28 at 1:00 PM. Interment was at Bright View Cemetery, Warrenton. Memorial contributions may be made to the above-named church. Online condolences may be made at www.moserfuneralhome.com.

Wayne L. Herrell, age 70, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2018, at Stafford Hospital after losing his battle with recently diagnosed lung cancer. Wayne was born September 8, 1948, in Fauquier County to the late Robert C. and Frances E. (Kirby) Herrell of The Plains, VA. He is preceded in death by his brother, William Allen Herrell, nephew Mark A. Herrell and brother-in-law Richard L. (Rick) Gray. Wayne is survived by brothers Robert F. (Buddy), Roger Bruce (Lori), Larry (Charlotte) and sisters Carolyn Merica, Brenda Darnell (Ronnie), and Roberta Gray (Rick), sister-in-law Virginia (Allen) and many nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews and friends. Wayne resided in Colonial Beach, VA, and worked as a self-employed house painter for custom homes. He worked many years with George Milleson on homes throughout Northern Virginia and Washington, DC. Wayne was an avid sports fan who enjoyed watching the Baltimore Orioles, college basketball and especially horse racing. The family will receive friends from 3 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, December 29, 2018 at Moser Funeral Home in Warrenton. A private burial will take place at a later date at Little Georgetown Cemetery, Broad Run, VA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Moser Funeral Services in memory of Wayne Herrell.

J. Brooks Semple J. Brooks Semple, 92, of Warrenton, VA passed away on December 8 , 2018 at Poet’s Walk Assisted Living. He was born on June 11,1926 in Philadelphia, PA a son of the late Frank J. Semple and Kathryn Brooks Semple. Mr. Semple held a Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Engineering. As a young man he obtained his private pilot’s license and was a certified scuba diver. He was a veteran of World War II having served in the U.S. Navy. His career included many ventures but his passion was fire protection engineering, where his expertise lead to national recognition. He was an active farmer in Pennsylvania when he and his wife, Joan S. Semple came to their farm, Suffield, at Warrenton in 1976. At Suffield they grew many varieties of holly trees and specialized in that business. Their trees adorn the grounds of The White House, Arlington National Cemetery, The National Museum of the American Indian and many other federal and state government grounds, as well as many homes and estates. He is preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Joan Semple. He is survived by his children Charles Brooks Semple and his wife Carol of Boulder, CO, Barry Scott Semple and his wife Lynn of Boise, ID, Andrew Dudley Semple and his wife Shannon of New Bern, NC, and Stephen Hamilton Semple of Warrenton, VA; seven grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date at Christ Church, 95 Green Street, Warrenton. Inurnment will be private at Media Cemetery , Media, PA. Memorial contributions may be made to Christ Church, 95 Green Street, Warrenton, VA, 20186. An online guestbook and tribute wall are available at moserfuneralhome.com

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OBITUARIES John Marshall Cheatwood

James Turner Rutledge January 31, 1926 - December 23, 2018

John Marshall Cheatwood passed away December 24, 2018 at his home “Aaron Hill” in Rappahannock County after a brief Illness. He was born on December 20, 1956 in Alexandria, Virginia to William Hunt and Annie Mae Arrington Cheatwood. Mr. Cheatwood was predeceased by his parents and a niece, Annie Rose Cheatwood. John grew up in Warrenton, Va. and graduated from Fauquier High School where he played and lettered in Football, Tennis, and Theatre. He was also a state champion in Prose Reading. John attended the University of Miami, Coral Gables and Emory and Henry College. Later he graduated with a MBA in Business Administration from Strayer University. Mr. Cheatwood was renowned in the field of real estate title insurance not only at a local level, but also statewide. He ran several title agencies before founding his own, Closing Connection, in 2004. His attention to detail and easygoing personality helped many people on the path to homeownership across the state of Virginia. John served on various real estate/business organizations in Fauquier, Fredericksburg, and Charlottesville. Mr. Cheatwood’s interests included historical preservation, genealogy, and the art of storytelling in which he entertained school aged children in local libraries as well as adults in various civic organizations. John was a member of the Warrenton United Methodist Church, Young Men’s Business Club, and Redland Club of Charlottesville. He was also a member in good standing of The Society of the Cincinnati (SOC) of Maryland. John had a tremendous personality that entertained his family and countless friends. He is a gentleman that will forever be remembered by his southern charm, conservative views, and signature bow tie. Mr. Cheatwood is survived by his beloved wife of 33 years Sarah Hampton Massie Cheatwood, his two sons John Marshall Massie Cheatwood and Brooke Roberts Massie Cheatwood, his sister Paula Ann Cheatwood, his niece Sallie Pisch and her husband Charles Parker. A memorial service will be held at one o’clock, Saturday December 29th at Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church in Sperryville, Virginia. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to SOC of Maryland 5603 Durbin Road Bethesda, MD 20814 or the Amissville Volunteer Fire Department, Amissville, Virginia.

Jim Rutledge, 92, died peacefully on Sunday, December 23 at Kinloch Cottage, The Plains, the home he shared with his grandmother, his mother and finally with his wife of 62 years, Louise (Jerrie) Payne Rutledge and their children James Turner Rutledge, Jr. and Severn Leigh Somerville. In addition to his wife, children and daughter-in-law Dawn Harms Rutledge, he is survived by his sister Susan Rutledge Daniels, four grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, three nephews and three nieces. He was predeceased by his parents Carleton and Ann Turner Rutledge and his brother and sister-inlaw, Carleton and Ann Bennett Rutledge, Jr. Mr. Rutledge enlisted in the US Army when he was 17 years old and served in the Philippines as a medic during World War II. He re-enlisted in the U.S. Coast Guard during the Korean War and was stationed on the lightship Cornfield, based in Lewes, Del. When his military duty ended, Mr. Rutledge returned to The Plains where he worked for 40 years in the fuel oil delivery business. He served on the vestry of Grace Episcopal Church, The Plains Town Council and volunteered with The Plains Fire Department. The family will receive visitors from 5-7 p.m., Thursday, December 27 at Moser Funeral Home, 233 Broadview Ave., Warrenton, VA. Funeral services will begin at 11 a.m. on Friday, December 28 at St. Michael’s Anglican Church at Greenwich Chapel, 15305 Vint Hill Rd., Nokesville, VA, with burial to follow at Little Georgetown Cemetery, 5370 Trapp Branch Rd., Broad Run, VA. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to St. Michael’s Anglican Church.

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Rentals — Apartments

Great Country apt, Culpeper, 10 acs, majestic views, 1BR, W/D, 1 furnished HD TV, in-ground 20x40 pool. Wall/ wall carpet & ceramic flrs, w/2 walk in closets. Free elec, water, & trash service included. All this & 10 mins from town for only $1200/ mo. 540-229-9072

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Rentals — Rooms

Broad Run, Split rent & utils. $1,000/mo. House on vineyard, 4BR, 3BA, 3 levels. 703-317-7535

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Rentals — Townhouses

Warrenton, 3BR, 2.5BA, end unit, lg fenced yd, walk to shops, $1650/ mo, pets ok. Credit ck, sec dep. 540-878-1160

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Downsizing, Moving Sale. 1/5 & 6,8:30 - ? 7249 John Marshall Hwy, The Plains, 20198. Lawn equip & tools, truck bed ext´dr, ladder (40´), freezer, grill, bike, much more.

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228 Appliances Nice, cream, mauve pink and navy iris floral print wing chair with French cabriole leg. Wood frame is carved at top and lower front. Great upholstering project. From smoke free home. Asking $100. Wayne / Susan 540-428-1063

Pine, glass front locking gun case, holds 10 rifels with storage compartment. $325. 540-347-5307 Very nice, white with shades of pink and green floral chintz fabric upholstered c h a i r. B a c k i s rounded and it is upholstered on all sides. Pillows are r e m o v a b l e . Ve r y good condition, smoke free home. Cushion is firm. 540-428-1063

Rentals — Office OFFICE SPACE IN THE HEART OF OLD TOWN WARRENTON 39 Culpeper Street Warrenton, VA 20186 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY ● Up to 7,000 Rentable SF ● Will Subdivide to Suit ● Short Term Leases Considered ● Brokers Welcome and Protected ● Central Business District ● Aggressive Market Rates Available ● ● Conveniently located in the heart of Old Town Warrenton at the intersection of Culpeper & Lee Sts. ● ● Next door to Piedmont Media LLC (Fauquier Times Newspaper) & Allen Real Estate. Close proximity to the Fauquier Government Center, Historic Courthouse Building and numerous local restaurants & retail stores.

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45 RPM record collection, orginial 50´s/ 60´s. Approx 3000. Va r i o u s p r i c e s . 571-344-4300 45 RPM records (lots of 50) 0.50-$1.00 ea, comics $2+ ea, beanies $2+ ea, pez $1+ ea, 571-344-4300 Beatles memorbiliapicture, black & white (60´s), albums, 45´s & magazines.571-3444300 Elvis memorabilia, Yankee memorabilia, Celtics Merch, Hot Wheels/Matchbox cars 571-344-4300 END ROLLS. We have newspaper end rolls. Very limited. Located at Fauquier Times, 540-878-2491 Frank Sinatra, JFK, MIchael Jackson, Redskins, & sports books & mags. Michael Jordon mini chanpionship basketballs + magazines. 571-344-4300 Olympic merch $2+ ea, Sports cards $3+, playing cards $3+ ea, Disney Merch $3+ ea, 571-344-4300

Record albums $5+ ea, Sports Illustrated mags incld swimsuit $5+ ea, Old books $7+ ea, Snoppy merch $1+ ea, 571-344-4300

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Thursday, January 10, 2019 @ 11:00a.m.

Location: 6437 Old Meetze Rd. Warrenton, VA 20187 540-347-1166 Directions: East 1 mile on Meetze Rd. Turn right on Old Meetze Rd. 2/10 of a mile on left Virginia Self Storage Act 55-416 Thru 55-423 May Sell contents of unit No. A 5 A 244 B 70 A 96 A 247 D 29 A 124 A 253 A 180 A 257 A 204 B 28 Note: All units sold complete Terms: CASH ONLY

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Newspaper Carriers Wanted The Fauquier Times is currently looking for home delivery carriers in Fauquier County. Great earning potential for one day work. No collections. Requirements are a valid driver´s license, must be available all day on Wednesday, have reliable transportation, and speak good English. Carriers with previous newspaper delivery experience, and good geographical knowledge of the county preferred.

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NOTICE FAUQUIER COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING AND PUBLIC HEARINGS The Fauquier County Board of Supervisors will hold a work session at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 10, 2019, in the Warren Green Meeting Room at 10 Hotel Street in Warrenton, Virginia, and will hold its regular meeting at 6:30 p.m. in the same location, to be followed by a public hearing on the following items: 1. AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 19 OF THE FAUQUIER COUNTY CODE - A public hearing to obtain citizen input on the adoption of a new article within Chapter 19 of the Fauquier County Code to create an ordinance that establishes levels of regulation of water use by public water supply customers during various stages of drought situations. Based on the stage of drought situation, water use restrictions may be voluntary   Hopewell, Assistant Chief of Planning, Staff) 2. PROPOSED SUBDIVISION STREET ABANDONMENT - A public hearing to obtain citizen input on the abandonment of a portion of   3. PROPOSED VACATION OF AN UNIMPROVED ALLEYWAY IN MARSHALL    4. CONSIDER A GRANT OF INTEREST IN REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE DISTRICT HOME IN MANASSAS - A public hearing to obtain citizen input on whether to grant temporary construction, drainage, and utility easements over real property at the Birmingham Green   SPECIAL EXCEPTION SPEX-18-010095, M R ASSOCIATES, LP, d/b/a MARSH RUN MANUFACTURED HOME COMMUNITY (OWNER / APPLICANT) – MARSH RUN MANUFACTURED HOME COMMUNITY – A public hearing to consider an application for   Shellenberger, Staff) 6. SPECIAL EXCEPTION SPEX-18-010208, MARK S. & ANGELA S. SMITH (OWNERS)/FAUQUIER HEALTH FOUNDATION, d/b/a PATH FOUNDATION (APPLICANT) – WELLNESS RETREAT AT TWIN OAKS – A public hearing to consider an application for a Category    ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT AMENDMENT TEXT-18-010271 – A public hearing to consider a Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment to Article   ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT AMENDMENTS TEXT-17-007692 & TEXT-18-010009 – A public hearing to consider a Zoning Ordinance Text  9. SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE TEXT AMENDMENTS TEXT-17-007693 & TEXT-18-010010 – A public hearing to consider a Subdivision  10.DESIGN STANDARDS MANUAL TEXT AMENDMENT  11.COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT COMA-18-010202 – A public hearing to consider a Comprehensive Plan Amendment to Chapter 10  12.ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT AMENDMENT TEXT-18-008783 – A public hearing to consider a Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment to  13.SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE TEXT AMENDMENT TEXT-18-008784 – A public hearing to consider a Subdivision Ordinance Text     handicapped status in admission or access to its programs and activities. 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Legal Notices Full name(s) of owner(s): MICHAEL ELWOOD TODD Trading as: TWO BROTHER PROHIBITION GRILLE, 11139 MARSH ROAD, BEALETON, FAUQUIER COUNTY, VIRGINIA 22712-9476 The above establishment is applying to the VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL for a WINE AND BEER ON PREMISE AND MIXED BEVERAGE (1-100) Premises license to sell or manufacture alcoholic beverages. Michael Todd, owner NOTE: Objections to the issuance of this license must be submitted to ABC no later than 30 days from the publishing date of the first of two required newspaper legal notices. Objections should be registered at www.abc.virginia.gov or 800-552-3200.

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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE FAUQUIER COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION JANUARY 17, 2019 The Fauquier County Planning Commission will hold a work session beginning at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, January 17, 2019 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, January 17, 2019 in the Warren Green Building, First Floor Meeting Room, 10 Hotel Street, Warrenton, Virginia: 1. WAIVER – WAIV-18-010180 – FULL HOUSE INVESTMENTS, LLC (OWNER/APPLICANT) – LOT 55-R, CANTERBURY VILLAGE – An application to waive the requirements of Subdivision Ordinance Section 8-1(C) related to the installation of a pedestrian trail. The property is located on Opal Road between Withers Mill Way and Paradise Road, Lee District. (PIN 6971-35-8978-000) (Kara Krantz, Staff) Note: This is a public meeting where comments from the public will be accepted, but not a public hearing. 2. ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT AMENDMENT – TEXT-18-010449 – A Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment to Articles 3 and 15 related to Landing Strips. (Heather Jenkins, Staff) 3. REZONING – REZN-18-009938 – CATLETT INVESTMENT, LLC (OWNER/ APPLICANT) – GASKINS LANE REZONING – An application to rezone approximately 10.89 acres with proffers from Commercial Neighborhood (C-1) to Industrial Park (I-1). The property is located at 3131 Gaskins Lane, Cedar Run District. (PIN 7922-93-8736-000) (Josh Frederick, Staff) 4. SPECIAL EXCEPTION – SPEX-18-010313 – OAK CREEK FARM, LLC, TERRINA M. BAKER, AND RICHARD B. WHEELER (OWNERS)/ AHMADIYYA MOVEMENT IN ISLAM, INC., USA (APPLICANT) – AHMADIYYA MUSLIM COMMUNITY (USA) – JALSA SITE – An application for a Category 9 Special Exception to annually allow up to one Class B Event with a maximum of 5,000 attendees and three Class C Events with a maximum of 1,000 attendees. The properties are located at 8721 Meetze Road and 5320 Turkey Run Road, Cedar Run District. (PIN 7903-24-5454-000, 7903-22-4502-000, 7903-12-0658-000, 6993-92-3603-000, 6993-73-3922-000, 6993-52-3737-000, 6993-52-2616-000) (Adam Shellenberger, Staff) 5. SPECIAL EXCEPTION – SPEX-18-010315 – CHARLES P. FULLER (OWNER)/CALVERT CROSSLAND LLC AND VERIZON WIRELESS (AP PLICANTS) – HUME TOWER – An application for a Category 20 Special Exception to construct a 145 foot monopole telecommunications tower and associated equipment shelter. The property is located at 5060 Leeds Manor Road, Marshall District. (PIN 6928-35-5465-000) (Wendy Wheatcraft, Staff) Staff reports for all items will be available online at agenda.fauquiercounty.gov approximately one week prior to the public hearing. Copies of the full text of the proposed Fauquier County Zoning Ordinance text amendments may be examined in the Department of Community Development’s Zoning Office at 29 Ashby Street, Suite 310, Warrenton, Virginia between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. To review files on all other items, please visit the Department of Community Development’s Planning Office at 10 Hotel Street, Suite 305, Warrenton, Virginia between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Fauquier County does not discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in admission or access to its programs and activities. Accommodations will be made for handicapped persons upon prior request. Citizens requiring reasonable accommodation for disabilities should contact Fran Williams, Administrative Manager, at (540) 422-8210. Run dates: 01/02/2019 & 01/09/2019

TRUSTEE’S SALE 3443 Enduro Run Road Midland, VA 22728 In execution of the Deed of Trust dated August 15, 2014 and recorded on August 18, 2014 in Book 1466 at Page 496 and modified by loan modification recorded on July 14, 2017, in Book 1550, Page 1027, of Fauquier County land records, Trustee Services of Virginia, LLC, the appointed Substitute Trustee, will offer for sale at public auction on the front steps of the Fauquier County Courthouse located at 40 Culpeper Street, Warrenton, Virginia on February 5, 2019 at 2:00 PM the property more particularly described in the aforementioned Deed of Trust, located at the property address listed below and briefly identified as follows: All those certain pieces of land, with their improvements located in Cedar Run Magisterial District, Fauquier County, Virginia, being more particularly shown and described as Lot 2R, on that certain plat dated October 20, 2005, prepared by Carson Harris and Associates, C.L.S., entitled “Plat Showing Boundary Line Adjustment Between the Property of RIKA, LLC, and Brian P. Russell and Jaimie L. Russell” attached to and made a part of that certain Deed of Boundary Line Adjustment and Deeds of Trust Modification recorded in Deed Book 1200 at Page 391, among the land records of Fauquier County, Virginia. Tax No.: 7827-49-6841-000

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Property address: 3443 Enduro Run Road, Midland, VA 22728 The property will be sold “AS IS,” WITHOUT REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND AND SUBJECT TO conditions, covenants, restrictions, reservations, easements, rights of way, and all other matters of record taking priority over the Deed of Trust, if any, as might be listed in this notice or may be announced at the sale. TERMS OF SALE: A non-refundable bidder’s deposit of $64,500.00 or 10% of the sale price, whichever is less, by cashier’s or certified check required at time of sale, except for the party secured by the Deed of Trust. Risk of loss is on the purchaser from date and time of auction. Balance of the purchase price must be paid by cashier’s check within 14 days from sale date. Except for Virginia Grantor tax, all settlement costs and expenses are purchaser’s responsibility. Taxes are pro-rated to the date of sale. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining possession of the property. If purchaser defaults, deposit may be forfeited and property resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser who shall be liable for any deficiency in the purchase price and all costs, expenses, and attorney’s fees of both sales. If Trustee does not convey title for any reason, purchaser’s sole remedy is return of deposit without interest. This sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan secured by the Deed of Trust including but not limited to determining whether prior to sale a forbearance, repayment, or other agreement was entered into, the loan was reinstated or paid off, or whether the property became subject to an automatic stay under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code prior to the sale; in any such event this sale shall be null and void and purchaser’s sole remedy shall be return of deposit without interest. Pursuant to the Federal Fair Debt Collections Practices Act, this law firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. (16-08942) FOR INFORMATION CONTACT: BROCK & SCOTT, PLLC (Attorney for TRUSTEE SERVICES OF VIRGINIA, LLC) 484 Viking Drive, Suite 203 Virginia Beach, VA 23452 (757)213-2959

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