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Vincent Gallo selected for open Scott District seat on school board

By Robin Earl

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

Vincent Gallo has been appointed the new interim Scott District representative on the Fauquier County School Board.

The Fauquier County School Board Monday night announced that Vincent Gallo will be the new interim school board representative for Scott District. The 30-year-old father of two will be sworn in Tuesday, in time to attend the Jan. 12 school board summit.

School Board Chair Donna Grove (Cedar Run District), who at Monday’s meeting was elected to another year as board chair, said that 14 applicants applied for the open slot since Suzanne Sloane resigned from the Scott District seat in mid-December. Grove and Center District representative Susan Pauling said they had not met Gallo before the all-day interview sessions today, during which all 14 applicants were interviewed.

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Eric Maybach, Fauquier County commissioner of the revenue, Sheriff Robert Mosier, Commonwealth’s Attorney Scott Hook and Va. Sen. Jill Vogel (R-27th) take the stage during an Oct. 20, 2021 campaign rally in Warrenton for Glenn Youngkin, then a candidate for governor.

Youngkin nominates Mosier for cabinet

By Coy Ferrell

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

Gov.-elect Glenn Youngkin (R) has nominated Fauquier County Sheriff Bob Mosier to be Virginia’s next secretary of public safety and homeland security. Mosier, a Republican who campaigned on Youngkin’s behalf, was first elected

SPIN CYCLE Warrenton residents Molly Cesanek and Yehor Yehorov finished 10th out of 15 ice dancing teams at the U.S. Figure Skating Championships, held Jan. 7 to 8 in Nashville, Tennessee.

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sheriff in 2015.

If confirmed by the state senate, Mosier will oversee 11 agencies, including the state police, the department of corrections, the department of emergency management and the Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority.

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Melody Glascock dies from COVID while serving life sentence for the murder of Kelly Gray

By Robin Earl

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

Melody Glascock died from COVID complications at 6:30 p.m. Jan. 7 while she was serving a life sentence for murdering Kelly Gray of Bealeton on June 18, 2020. After the jury found Glascock guilty during a June 2021 trial, Glascock was sentenced to life for the murder and an additional 80 years in prison for soliciting a third party to kill both Kelly Gray and her husband, Chris Gray.

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COVID-19 snapshot Tuesday, Jan. 11 New cases of coronavirus

Virginia: 16,681 Tuesday; 7-day average of 17,037 Fauquier: 127 Tuesday; 7-day average of 132; 10,461 cases to date Perspective: The highest number of new cases since the start of the pandemic – 26,175, was recorded Saturday, Jan. 8. The second-highest total was 19,506, recorded on Jan. 1.

Seven-day positivity average (total PCR tests vs. positive tests)

Virginia: 36% Rappahannock-Rapidan Health District: 41.2% Perspective: The Centers for Disease Control reports that the positivity rating for Fauquier County is at 41%.

In the school division

Positive cases since school opened on Aug. 11: 607; 440 in children, 167 in staff Perspective: There have not been any active cases reported in the school division since school reopened after winter break on Jan. 10. People stay on the active list for 10 days after first reporting an infection.

New hospitalizations

Virginia: 177 on Tuesday; 7-day average is 269 Fauquier: 5 on Tuesday; 60 in December 2021; 35 so far in 2022 Perspective: The Virginia Hospital and Healthcare Association data for Jan. 11 states that more Virginians than ever before – 3,845 -- are hospitalized with COVID-19. The seven-day average number of hospitalizations (3,420) has been rising sharply again since Nov. 11.

In the health district, eight children younger than 10 and eight between 10 and 19 years old have been hospitalized with COVID. In the state, 572 younger than 10 have been hospitalized; 659 between 10 and 19 years old have been hospitalized.

New deaths

Virginia: 44 Tuesday; 7-day average is 13 Fauquier: 95 to date

Breakthrough infections

The VDH reports that between Jan. 17, 2021 and Jan. 1, there have been 97,757 breakthrough cases of COVID-19 in fully vaccinated people (1.7% of vaccinated people); 2,704 fully vaccinated people have been hospitalized (0.047% of vaccinated people), and there have been 989 deaths in fully vaccinated people (0.0172% of fully vaccinated people).

The VDH website says that unvaccinated people have developed COVID-19 at a rate 4.3 times higher than fully vaccinated people, and 2.2 times higher than partially vaccinated people.

Source: Virginia Department of Health, unless otherwise noted.

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Northam declares new state of emergency in response to record-high COVID-19 hospitalizations

By Jill Palermo

Prince William Times Staff Writer

Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam declared a new state of emergency Monday aimed at helping hospitals and healthcare workers deal with the strain of a fifth wave of COVID-19 pandemic – largely fueled by the highly contagious omicron variant – that has pushed COVID-19 hospitalizations to record numbers across the state.

Northam (D), a pediatric neurologist and the only medical doctor serving as state governor during the pandemic, made the announcement during an afternoon press briefing that he said would be his last before leaving office later this week. Gov.-elect Glenn Youngkin (R) will be sworn into office on Saturday, Jan. 15.

Executive Order No. 84, however, will remain in place 30 days, Northam said. That’s hoped to be long enough to help hospitals through the latest surge in cases and hospitalizations, which

Fauquier Hospital announced Friday that for the next two weeks, elective and non-urgent cases that require inpatient stay will be postponed.

A press release indicated that the health system will reassess the situation daily. A rapid rise in COVID-19 cases in the community is causing the change.

Patients whose appointments are being rescheduled will be notified, and procedures will be rescheduled as soon as feasible, according to the press release.

“Rescheduling elective and non-urgent cases will allow us to conserve hospital and ICU beds and ensure we have additional personnel available to support our sickest patients,” said the release.

Visitors policy tightened

Because of the latest COVID-19 surge fueled by the Omicron variant, Fauquier Hospital has once again updated its visitor’s policy. All visitor requirements listed here assume that the patient is COVID-19 negative. If a patient is COVID-19 positive, no visitors will be allowed unless the patient is receiving end-of-life care.

As of Tuesday, Jan. 4: • Only one visitor per day will be permitted per patient in the Intensive Care Unit. Visitation hours are 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

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Preservation groups begin lobbying against Warrenton expansion plans

By Peter Cary

Piedmont Journalism Foundation

When the Fauquier County Board of Supervisors released a map in mid-December showing five areas of the county that Warrenton wants to annex, it answered one question: What had town and county officials been discussing in joint closed sessions over the past year?

But the release of the map has now led to more questions — plus concerns, signs of resistance and outright opposition.

On Dec. 17, 2021, County Administrator Paul McCulla sent Town Manager Brandie Schaeffer a letter that indicated that the boundary line adjustments that the town requested might not go quickly or smoothly.

The letter signaled that the county would want the town to make up tax revenue it will lose if it transfers the parcels to the town. It asked if the town would help pay for strain on county schools caused by new housing development. It suggested the creation of a joint planning committee to deal with the annexation issue.

Most important, it asks: Why does the town want to do this?

Neither Mayor Carter Nevill nor Schaeffer responded to requests

from the Fauquier Times to answer that question. Schaeffer had said in the past, though, that the town lacked space for economic development, and that annexations would give it more control over land use on its borders. Board of Supervisors Chairman Chris Granger, whose Center District includes Warrenton, said in an interview last month that Warrenton’s population had stagnated, and that it would be good for both the county and the town for it to grow. “A constricting population is not good for the economy,” he said.

But activists at both the Piedmont Environmental Council and Citizens for Fauquier County, two groups historically critical of what they see as poorly planned growth, expressed shock at the size of the annexation proposal, which would increase the town’s area by more than 60%. On Friday, the PEC weighed in with a posting on its website, saying the expansion could make Warrenton a target for speculative housing development, pull resources away from needed improvements inside the town and cause county taxpayers to foot the entire bill for the new student seats required.

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use plan or any cost/benefit analysis” to support its request. In addition, it noted that the annexation of properties to the west of town would revive old worries about the construction of a set of bypasses there. “We believe this boundary line expansion is not in the best interests of the residents of the town of Warrenton or Fauquier County,” wrote Julie Bolthouse, the PEC’s Fauquier County land use

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Citizens for Fauquier County president Kevin Ramundo said last week his board had created a committee to analyze the issue. “What is the rationale for what is a very significant annexation plan?” he asked.

“Five areas, 1,700 acres, increasing the size of the town by 60%?”

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Preservation groups begin lobbying against Warrenton expansion plans ANNEXATION, from page 3 Ken Alm, the head of CFFC’s land use team, insisted that from now on the process should be transparent. “You want these to be open discussions, which at first the town was not doing. They were doing this all in closed session and didn’t want anybody to know,” he said. Town and county officials had said they went into closed sessions on the subject to discuss negotiations over land acquisitions, but Alm and others questioned that rationale.

The areas the town wants to acquire are: A 145-acre parcel along U.S. 29 north of town that includes car dealerships and restaurants; a largely undeveloped tract of 743 acres between Meetze Road and U.S. 29; about 445 acres at the town’s southern end that includes the previously approved Arrington Farm development; nearly 330 largely undeveloped acres northwest of that; and an 86-acre parcel on U.S. 211 west of Athey Sports Complex. While the town has yet to provide rationales for annexing the specific areas, there have been indications over the years that most of them were in the town’s sights.

For instance, in July 2019, Schaeffer briefed the Town-County Liaison committee on the town’s interest in annexing the Arrington Farm property, according to meeting minutes. Schaeffer noted that the then-developer for the site had requested that a 55-and-over age restriction on its housing be lifted, and that the town provide sewer and water. She said, “It makes good sense to bring the property into the town’s boundaries should the developer go forward,” the minutes state. The matter was tabled.

At the same meeting, Schaeffer said the town staff had been told by the developer of Clevenger’s Village, a long-planned development in Jeffersonton that is currently under construction, that its addition of 774 homes seven miles to the west would result in a large increase of traffic on U.S. 211, which would be hard for Broadview Avenue to handle. “The town is interested in re-en-

gaging with the county regarding some type of a bypass which could handle the increased traffic,” she said at the time.

In October of that year, before going into a closed session, the town council held a brief discussion on annexing the parcel north of town along U.S. 29 – a commercial strip often known as the “panhandle” – and an even larger parcel southeast of the town between U.S. 15/17/29 and Meetze Road. That area includes Lord Fairfax Community College and is seen as suitable for commercial and industrial development.

According to a news report, Schaeffer said then that the town’s current boundaries did not afford “much opportunity to be aggressive in economic development.” She said by expanding its boundaries the town could take control of its own destiny with regard to the use of neighboring lands.

Those statements did not create much controversy at the time. But the new proposals, including three parcels to the west of town, have caused a stir within conservation activist circles.

That’s because if the town acquired an arc of property on its western border, activists speculate that it could facilitate the building of two new arterials, often referred to as the Timber Fence Parkway (sometimes called the Western Bypass), and the Southern Bypass. While the town’s comprehensive plan, approved on April 13, 2021, does not list these bypasses outright as construction goals, an attached tab describes them as transportation “solutions.”

The “Southern Parkway” would run from the town’s southern tip, parallel to Shirley Avenue, all the way to U.S. 211. The plan suggests that a multi-use trail, described elsewhere as a “greenway,” be built on that path to preserve the rightof-way for the parkway.

The CFFC objected to this idea in 2021, writing that “forward-thinking communities are removing bypasses, not adding them.”

The PEC said in its statement last week, “This new roadway would do little to mitigate current traffic concerns and instead induce sprawl on the

western side of Warrenton, cut through existing neighborhoods and harm natural and cultural resources.”

Where the Southern Parkway would join U.S. 211, the plan suggests the start of a new road that would “align as closely as possible with the Timber Fence Parkway,” currently a short two-lane road between two subdivisions. The plan suggests this new parkway would connect U.S. 211 to U.S. 17, taking traffic now carried by Broadview Avenue.

Such a bypass has long been opposed by many residents of the subdivisions that it would run through, and was defeated as a county project on a 3-2 vote by the Board of Supervisors in 2010.

In April 2021, some vocal residents opposed its inclusion in the town’s comprehensive plan.

What worries those residents now is that the 86acre parcel just west of the WARF that the town wants to acquire would provide a perfect launch site for this Timber Fence Parkway arterial.

Mark Nesfeder, a HOA board member of the Olde Gold Cup subdivision, which is bordered by the now modest Timber Fence Parkway, is adamantly opposed to a two-mile long connector running through his neighborhood. He says such a thoroughfare would be noisy dangerous and would destroy the community’s character.

Nesfeder says state traffic studies show that traffic on Broadview Avenue has declined in recent years, and it is not clear how many Clevenger’s Village will drive east to Warrenton. He says the town missed its chance years ago to dedicate right-of-way for such a connector, and so its time has passed.

He and other residents have said they would be okay with some road improvements that would give them one or two more ways in and out of their neighborhood, or maybe a bypass further to the west. But a thoroughfare cutting through their neighborhoods? “No, not through Timber fence Parkway,” he said. “Any connection that promotes through traffic there is unwarranted.”

Northam declares new state of emergency in response to record-high COVID-19 hospitalizations COVID, from page 2 Northam said, citing an example from southwest Virginia’s Ballad Health hospitals, which recently reported that 97% of its patients that need support from a ventilator while being treated for COVID-19 are unvaccinated.

“Vaccinations work — plain and simple. That’s why we have been saying for a year now, to protect yourself, to stay out of the hospital, please get vaccinated,” Northam said.

Still, Northam noted that while the omicron variant seems to cause less severe symptoms, particularly for those who have been vaccinated, the rising number of infections has resulted in more hospitalizations and more strain on hospitals. More than 3,500 COVID-19 hospitalizations were reported around the state on Monday, Jan. 10, according to the Virginia Department of Health.

That’s about 300 more daily hospitalizations than were recorded during the worst of the pandemic’s previous peak in mid-January 2021.

The executive order affects regulations guiding four separate state agencies and includes 20 provisions.

Among other things, the order allows hospitals to add more beds, allows healthcare workers with out-ofstate licenses to administer care in hospitals and nursing homes, eases tele-health rules and patient-to-staff ratios and allows licensed practical nurses to administer COVID-19 vaccine without the supervision of a registered nurse or physician.

In addition, the order increases flexibility in the transfer of patients to state-operated psychiatric hospitals, which have seen “dangerously high census levels since the pandemic began,” Northam’s office said in a press release accompanying the announcement.

The changes will help hospitals and health care facilities “get care to people more quickly,” Northam said, adding that the order’s 30-day time limit is based on modeling that suggests the virus will peak in the next few weeks.

Northam also used the briefing to thank the many people in his administration – as well as all Virginians working “on the frontlines” in hospitals and public health roles during the pandemic – and to brag a bit about Virginia’s efforts so far in combatting COVID.

Northam noted that Virginia has among the lowest COVID-19 case and death rates per capita of any state, and that the commonwealth ranks among the top 10 most vaccinated states in the U.S. Northam also sought to stress that the current surge of cases is different than those that occurred when the pandemic began -- largely because of the effectiveness of the vaccine.

No change for public schools

The governor further said he would not take any action to halt in-person learning at public schools despite the rise in COVID-19 cases, including in children.

Still, Northam lamented that only about 30% of Virginia children between the ages of 5 and 11 are vaccinated, and he urged parents to get their kids vaccinated as soon as possible.

He also said Virginia would continue to adhere to a state law that requires schools to follow U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines for public schools, which urge all students and teachers to wear masks.

“We want our children to be in school, but we also want them to

be there safely and responsibly,” he said. “We are seeing really high numbers of children with COVID-19 and the best way to keep them safe is to get them vaccinated.”

In a press release accompanying the executive order, Northam encouraged all Virginians to do the following to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19 and ease the strain on hospitals. The press release states: • It’s a good idea to stay away from people who have not gotten their shots.

• It’s a good idea to wear a mask when you’re around other people, especially if you don’t know whether they have been vaccinated.

• If you have not gotten a booster shot, now is the time to do it. Shots are widely available at pharmacies, doctor’s offices, and local health departments all across Virginia.

• If you have children age 5 and above, now is the time to get them vaccinated. This will make it easier and safer for them to go back to school.

• If you have chosen not to get your shots, you need to wear a mask and practice social distancing—to protect yourself and other people.

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Youngkin nominates Robert Mosier for cabinet MOSIER, from page 1

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Mosier will remain Fauquier’s sheriff until he is confirmed, a sheriff’s office spokesman said Tuesday. Lt. Col. Jeremy Falls, the county’s highest-ranking sheriff’s deputy, will take over in an interim role if Mosier is confirmed, according to an email Falls sent to staff members Tuesday.

“While change can be a time of uncertainty for many, I want to assure you that there will be no immediate major changes in the operations of how we conduct business,” Falls said in the email.

Once Mosier resigns, Virginia law stipulates that the county must hold a special election to elect a sheriff to serve the remainder of Mosier’s term, which ends Dec. 31, 2023.

The process for petitioning the circuit court to hold a special election has not yet begun, according to Board of Supervisors Chairman Chris Granger (Center District). The special election could be as late as Nov. 3, 2022, the day of the 2022 general election.

Falls, a U.S. Army veteran with 25 years of law enforcement experience split between Fauquier and Fairfax counties, said Tuesday that he plans to run for sheriff in the special election this year. No one else had announced their intention to run as of Tuesday afternoon.

The public safety secretariat, headed since 2014 by Brian Moran, has a combined $3.4 billion annual operating budget. The role would be a massive step up for Mosier, who currently leads an agency with a $5.5 million operating budget — 1/600 of the state’s public safety budget. When contacted by the Fauquier Times, a Youngkin campaign rep-

resentative declined to comment further on why Mosier was chosen for the role.

A press release announcing Mosier’s nomination quoted Youngkin as saying, “Bob shares my vision for innovating how our law enforcement officers build trust and engage in their communities they serve by building bridges with local leaders to reduce crime and keep Virginians safe.”

The press release said Mosier’s first action would be to “fire the Parole Board,” a key campaign promise after that board has come under intense criticism after an inspector general report found that the board failed to follow its own victim-notification procedures and other state laws.

Mosier, 58, began his career as a dispatcher for the Manassas Park Police Department as a teenager, working his way up to patrol officer by the age of 21 and eventually leading several divisions in the Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office before his election to the top role in 2015.

Mosier has also served on U.S. Department of State missions internationally and worked as a security contractor. Gov. Ralph Northam (D) appointed him to the Criminal Justice Services Board and to the Substance Abuse Services Council.

Va. Sen. Jill Holtzman Vogel (R-27th), who represents Fauquier County in the state senate, called Mosier’s nomination an “outstanding choice” in a text message Monday evening. “He is well qualified and will be a phenomenal addition to the new administration’s team,” she said. “And I’m very proud.”

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A public hearing will be held Thursday evening on a proposal to build a 485-acre solar energy facility outside the village of Bristersburg in southern Fauquier County. Even if the application is approved by supervisors, the proposal will still need to gain a special exception permit, which also includes a public hearing component.

Charlottesville-based Torch Clean Energy estimates that the installation will generate 80 megawatts of electricity per year, enough to power about 15,000 homes. The company also estimates that the facility will be subject to about $8.2 million in real estate and property taxes over the estimated 40-year lifespan of the project.

The draft agreement includes a provision that would require that the 522 acres affected by the project be placed into a permanent conservation easement, meaning that the land could not be developed or subdivided after the solar panels were dismantled. Cedar Run District Supervisor Rick Gerhardt insisted on the provision, explaining last month that its inclusion was vital for him to consider supporting the application.

“While the project is situated on agricultural land, it would require minimal grading due to the favorable topography,” said a Dec. 3 from the applicant company. “As a result, the soils would be well-preserved and prepared to return to agricultural use” after the facility’s lifecycle ends.

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The Fauquier County Board of Supervisors will convene Thursday, Jan. 13 at the Warren Green Building in Warrenton for its regular monthly meeting and work sessions. Work sessions begin at 11 a.m. and the regular meeting and public hearings begin at 6:30 p.m.

Members of the public may attend the meeting and participate in the public hearings either in person or remotely. More information — and the complete agenda — can be found at agenda.fauquiercounty.gov. gy output of the installation, estimated at a total of $3.5 million over 40 years. The negotiation of terms between the county and the applicant is made possible by a law passed last year by the Virginia General Assembly creating a “solar siting agreement” process. Solar companies can negotiate financial incentives benefiting localities as part of the process.

A report this week from the county’s community development department, however, cautioned that the actual energy output may be less than the company’s estimate. There are several technical factors that may limit the amount of space practical for solar

panels, the report said; that in turn could mean that actual payments are less than anticipated.

Currently, the land is zoned mostly for agricultural use — a small portion is within the village of Bristersburg — and is in large part utilized for crops and sod production. The affected land could be subdivided into as many as four-dozen residential lots under current zoning.

The combined 522 acres is currently valued at $1.9 million, although only $511,500 of that value is taxed because of some of the land’s inclusion in the county’s agricultural-use tax-deferment program.

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Town of Warrenton receives grant to reduce stormwater pollution

By Peter Cary

Piedmont Journalism Foundation

The town of Warrenton has been awarded a $991,185 grant to help finance an ambitious stormwater pollution reduction project. The project, which would restore and improve the bed and banks of a tributary to Cedar Run that runs along Lee Highway from Blackwell Road to the U.S. 29/U.S. 17 intersection, would make a huge contribution to meeting the town’s state-imposed

stormwater pollution goals. The project had earlier been slated for completion in 2027, but its finish had recently been moved up to 2024.

The total cost of the Lee Highway stream restoration has been pegged by the town at $1.79 million. It is the biggest of about a dozen projects totaling $5.3 million that the town has scheduled to meet stormwater pollution goals required by its Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System, or MS4, permit. Early estimates project that the Lee Highway project alone could cut phosphorous

in runoff by 185 pounds a year, nitrogen by 200 pounds and sediment by 336,000 pounds annually The award, from the state’s Stormwater Local Assistance Fund, was announced on Nov. 23, 2021, as part of $34 million in grants to 50 Virginia counties, towns and cities. Other local grants include $1 million to the town of Leesburg for a stream restoration, $1.97 million to the city of Fairfax for three anti-pollution projects and $1.29 million to Prince William County for a stream restoration and improvements to two other stormwater facilities.

Melody Glascock dies from COVID while serving life sentence for the murder of Kelly Gray GLASCOCK, from page 1

Melody Glascock leaves Fauquier County Circuit Court after a jury convicted her of first-degree murder.

Glascock had been incarcerated at the Northwestern Regional Adult Detention Center in Winchester since June 22, 2020, where she was detained while waiting for trial and sentencing.

She tested positive for COVID-19 on Dec. 22 at the facility and was transferred to Winchester Medical Center on Dec. 28 because of acute shortness of breath and lower than normal oxygen levels, according to Clay Corbin, superintendent of the NRADC. “As soon as the pulse oximeter reading reaches a certain level, our protocol is to send them to the hospital.”

Corbin said that on Dec. 30, the hospital returned her to the jail but she was sent back to the hospital again on Dec. 31.

Corbin said that Glascock had several underlying conditions. He also said that the hospital reported that she was not compliant

with treatment protocols. “She didn’t want to wear the BIPap mask. She kept taking it off,” said Corbin, referring to the device that was delivering oxygen to Glascock. “They would explain to her that the mask was providing her oxygen, but she didn’t want to wear it.”

Corbin said that Glascock had signed a do-not-intubate order. Corbin explained that the hospital was permitted to take life-saving measures, but she did not want to be put on a ventilator.

Glascock had not been vaccinated against COVID-19. Corbin said, “We had several [vaccination] clinics here, but she declined to be vaccinated. She opted out of those clinics.”

The superintendent said that since the pandemic started, some inmates have been released from custody for their own safety, “but considering her sentence, that was not the case here.”

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Experience Old Town Warrenton’s new board chair looks to foster cooperation

By Coy Ferrell

About Experience Old Town Warrenton

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

John McAuliff has a deep love for Old Town Warrenton — it’s where he grew up visiting his grandparents and where he now lives and makes his living. From his new position as board chairman of the Experience Old Town Warrenton nonprofit, he wants to make sure downtown is a vibrant place where people want to visit, work and live — and he wants to get the community’s input on the best way to do that.

Now 29 years old, the 2014 University of Richmond grad opened a bed and breakfast on Culpeper Street in 2017. The 1821 Chilton House has been in his family since the late 19th century; when his grandmother died five years ago, she asked him to keep the house in the family. Now he hosts visitors there.

His business, of course, relies on Old Town being a desirable place to visit. “I’ve really spent my 20s focusing on making sure Warrenton is a good place to do business … making sure it’s an exciting and vibrant place to live and work,” he said. He’s been an active participant in that effort.

The Old Town Warrenton Gift Card, for instance, was his creation.

John McAuliff He gives one to each guest who stays in the Chilton House, and the program has directed more than $20,000 to the participating businesses. McAuliff has also been included on various town committees over the years and has helped Experience Old Town Warrenton with its marketing; he’s served on the board for the past year.

The nature of McAuliff’s business gives him a unique perspective on what draws people to live, work and visit Old Town Warrenton. Since the Chilton House opened its doors to lodgers, he has welcomed more than 4,000 guests. Some of the reasons they come might be surprising.

Experience Old Town Warrenton is a nonprofit that was formed in 2017 to “foster and inspire an environment in Old Town Warrenton that enhances economic vitality while preserving the historic character of the community.”

The organization hosts several popular annual events in Old Town, including the farmers market, a restaurant week in both winter and summer, Gum Drop Square and — prior to the pandemic — First Fridays.

The organization is governed by a 12-member board of directors.

Former Executive Director Charity Furness resigned effective Jan. 1, leaving the role vacant; a hiring committee will choose a new executive director this year.

More information can be found at oldtownwarrenton.org.

Weddings, for instance — whether at Ciao Bella on Ashby Street or at one of the area’s local wineries — are one significant driver of visitors to town, said McAuliff. He’s thrilled that businesses like Haute Cakes Pastry Shop (Seventh Street) and Something Old, Something New Bridal (Culpeper Street) have made their home in Old

Upcoming events Farmers market

After a two-month hiatus, the weekly farmers market will return to the parking lot behind Town Hall beginning Saturday, Jan. 15, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Parking is available behind the Warrenton Post Office via North Third Street.

Restaurant week

The winter edition of restaurant week will take place Jan. 24 to 30. Six restaurants participated last year, with unique menu items available. This year’s participating restaurants will be listed soon at oldtownwarrenton.org.

Town. “You could essentially plan your wedding here,” he said. “A lot of people’s first trip up here is attending someone’s wedding.”

Regardless of the particular reason someone decides to visit — and spend money — in Old Town, the “experience” part of the organization’s name is especially important to McAuliff. “We live in the Amazon era, where you’re not buying most of your stuff locally, so it’s about the experience,” he said.

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Local ‘food hub’ 4P Foods receives grant from the American Heart Association

By Kelly O’Lone

Special to the Fauquier Times

Warrenton-based 4P Foods received $300,000 from the American Heart Association recently, and 4P founder and CEO Tom McDougall said he is eager to use the funds to grow the “food hub.” “We are going through a transition, from a start-up to a real company building an equitable food system,” he said. McDougall said the grant will allow him to upgrade 4P’s technology. “Right now, it takes 17 messages with a farmer to create a transaction and involves a lot of human time,” he said. He also hopes to be able to accept food stamps through an online marketplace.

4P Foods started in 2014. Originally from New York, McDougall was raised in the farming culture and saw first-hand how hard it was to survive independently as a farmer. The company buys fresh produce, dairy, meat and pantry items from 600 farmers across the eastern seaboard and sells the food on their behalf. All foods are labeled with information about their farm of origin.

The company has three business models: it sells directly to consumers, to institutions like the University of Virginia and DC Public Schools and to food access organizations. 4P Foods makes it easier for large buyers to buy from small farms by acting as a go-between. In turn, the company supports small farmers who may otherwise struggle to find a market.

In February 2020, 4P Foods received a grant from the PATH Foundation, which allowed the company to move into its current 13,000 square foot warehouse in Vint Hill.

Three days after moving into the new space, the pandemic hit. Because consumers were staying home instead of going out to the grocery store, 4P Foods went from 800 weekly orders to 7,000 within seven weeks.

While numbers have leveled out, the company has continued to grow and currently employs 56 workers. McDougall has a 30-year plan to build a new food system nationwide. “We are invested in creating access to healthy food,” he said. 4P Foods also works closely with Fauquier Fresh to help introduce healthy foods to public schools.

McDougall discussed the difference between a “food hub” and “community-supported agriculture (CSA).” “We are plan B. With a traditional CSA, I sign up for one farm.

4P Foods is closer to an online grocery where you can pick and choose what is available.” The spacious warehouse houses fresh vegetables, fruits, meats, pantry items and even Kombucha. Excess food is sent to places likes the Fauquier Food Bank or is used for composting. In some cases, the food is sent to pig farmers.

4P Foods delivers to DC, Maryland and Virginia. For more information about 4P Foods and how to sign up for food delivery, visit www.4PFoods.com

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Food orders are sent in reusable bags, which are returned and sanitized weekly.

The grant

4P Foods is one of four area organizations to receive a grant from the American Heart Association of the Greater Washington Region.

The organization donated $800,000 to local organizations in an effort to make healthy food more accessible.

AHA Executive Director Soula Antoniou stressed how the grant is intended to help break down social and economic barriers and leading to healthier lives. “Funding is important because where you live, where you work, where you play, where you worship affects the quality and length of your life,” she said.

The funding stems from the Bernard J. Tyson Impact Fund, created in honor of the late national board member of the AHA, who passed away in 2019. The fund has sup-

Jeremy Bland named new director of Boys & Girls Club Boys & Girls Clubs of Fauquier has announced the appointment of Warrenton native Jeremy Bland as the new director of Boys & Girls Clubs of Fauquier. Bland is a lifelong Fauquier resident who attended Bradley Elementary, Taylor Middle and Fauquier High schools. He earned a degree in hospitality and tourism management Jeremy Bland, who has from Virginia Tech. been working with the Boys Bland was a BGCF volun- & Girls Club of Fauquier teer in 2017, which led to a po- since 2017, has been sition as a youth development named its new director. professional and mentor with the organization. Bland was founder of the BGCF Virtual Clubhouse; he has been an academics assistant, Passport 2 Manhood program facilitator and member of the summer camp planning team.

Bland said, “The mission of Boys & Girls Clubs of Fauquier -- to help youth, especially those who need us most, build confidence, develop character and acquire the skills needed to become productive, civic-minded, responsible adults -- speaks to me because I am from this community and I know what we can accomplish when we all work together toward a common goal for our kids and their future.

“My vision for the club,” he said, “is to make it a safe and fun place for youth outside of school and to offer activities that are ‘fun with purpose’ -- and that purpose is our mission.”

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ported more than 50 organizations across the country; it supports places that strive to make healthier foods more accessible.

When discussing why the 4P was chosen, Antoniou said, “The work 4P Foods does is really phenomenal, and they are completely aligned with our mission and work within the community.”

McDougall commented, “It’s something for a nonprofit to invest in a for-profit to fulfill the nonprofit’s mission.”

Antoniou detailed the importance of access to healthier foods. “About 50 million people in the United States are at risk for cardiac disease because they lack the necessary needs.” She went on to say how vital funds are for local organizations and calls it a “win-win situation.”

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Conservation group names ‘Heritage Heroes’ The Middleburg-based Virginia Piedmont Heritage Area Association has given its 2021 Heritage Hero Award to Fauquier County Supervisor Mary Leigh McDaniel and Clarke County Planning Commission Chairman George Ohrstrom, II. An award ceremony was held Dec. 7 in Upperville.

The organization cited McDaniel’s opposition to commercial development in rural areas “to preserve the integrity of our beautiful countryside.” Specifically, the organization mentioned her “major role in defeating” Blackthorn Inn’s 2017 proposal to establish a “boutique resort” in Upperville and Barrel Oak Winery’s 2019 request to build a restaurant and a 42-room lodge on its property in Delaplane.

McDaniel, an accountant who lives in Marshall, was first elected to the county board of supervisors in 2016.

In awarding Ohrstrom, the organization cited his work on “farmland protection, the resto-

ration of streams and the cultivation of natural wildlife habitat” and his decision to put some of his land holdings into conservation easements.

Ohrstrom is originally from The Plains but moved to Berryville in the early 1980s.

His family helped found a powerful Warrenton-based conservation lobbying organization, the Piedmont Environmental Council, in 1972.

Ohrstrom has served as the co-chairman of the Piedmont Environmental Council’s board of directors since 2013. He is also the chairman of the Clarke County Easement Authority and the Friends of the Shenandoah River and the founder of the Downstream Project.

The Virginia Piedmont Area Association, founded in 1995, exists to “advocate for the preservation of the extraordinary historic landscape, culture, and scenery in the Northern Virginia Piedmont,” according to its mission statement.

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This car may have been involved in a shooting on Sunday.

Shooter fired twice into a Warrenton residence Sunday morning, say police An unknown shooter fired twice at a residence on the 100 block of Old Mill Lane in Warrenton on Sunday, Jan. 9 at approximately 8:50 a.m., according to Chai Fuller, public information officer for the WPD. Police released a photograph of a car that may have been involved in the shooting (see above).

Fuller said that a witness reported that a man was outside of the vehicle

and “shot twice at the house then got back in and left.”

She said that detectives are currently investigating the incident.

“Preliminary information indicates that this does not appear to be a random act of violence,” said Fuller.

Anyone who may have any information about the vehicle and/or the incident is asked to contact Detective Gemmell at mgemmell@warrentonva.gov or 540-347-1107 ext. 232.

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ed to alleged incidents in 2004 and 2005 with another juvenile. His atA jury trial has been set to ad- torney, Mark Williams, argued then dress three charges against Kevin that he was not a danger to the comMettinger, the former Fauquier High munity, and Mettinger was released School drama teacher accused of on his existing bail. Senior Assistant sexually abusing an adolescent child Commonwealth’s Attorney Charles last summer. The trial is scheduled Peters, who was present in the courtto take place March 28 to 30, 2023, room, did not make an argument for in Fauquier County Circuit Court. revoking Mettinger’s bond.

On Nov. 24, however — two days Most jury trials being scheduled now are being set for more than a after the hearing — prosecutors filed a motion arguing that Mettinger year out.

Mettinger, 51, of Warrenton also should be taken into custody while faces an additional three charges, in- he awaits trial. The motion, signed volving alleged abuse against the ad- by Senior Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney Amy olescent and a second juCassandra, claimed that venile; that case has not prosecutors weren’t givyet been set for trial. At en sufficient notice that a Jan. 6 hearing, he was a bond hearing would appointed a public detake place. fender for those charges, But later the same and a status hearing was day, another prosecuset for Jan. 24. tion motion conceded Mettinger, who has that Peters had made worked as a private no objection to the detutor since abruptly cision not to jail Metleaving Fauquier High tinger despite the three School in 2012, came new charges against under investigation Kevin Mettinger him; Judge Craig Johnlast June after the adoston ruled at the Nov. lescent reported to the Warrenton Police Department that 22 hearing that Mettinger should be Mettinger had sexually abused them released on a personal recognizance at Mettinger’s house. According to bond on the new indictments.

“It appearing that the assistant atcourt documents, the alleged victim had agreed to “assist Mettinger with torney for the commonwealth present in court with the defendant on household chores.”

On June 29, 2021, Mettinger was Nov. 22, 2021 agreed to the personal arrested and charged with one count recognizance bond set by the court of carnal knowledge of a minor and on that date, the undersigned does two counts of indecent liberties with hereby withdraw the previous capias a minor. He was released shortly af- request,” the second motion, signed ter on a $300,000 secured bond.

by Cassandra, reads.

At a Nov. 22 grand jury hearThe Fauquier County Commoning, Mettinger was directly indict- wealth’s Attorney office did not reed on three additional sexual abuse spond to a request for comment from charges, including two counts relat- the Fauquier Times.

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K9 injured when Linden man crashes into sheriff’s vehicle On Jan. 6, Fauquier County sheriff’s deputies were preparing for an investigation in the parking lot of Cedar Lee Middle School on Marsh Road in Bealeton when a car crashed into two parked patrol vehicles – one of which was a K9 vehicle with a dog inside.

“A small sedan drove off Marsh Road and drove over the curb and struck two Sheriff’s Office patrol vehicles in the parking lot,” a press release from the FCSO said.

The driver of the sedan was identified as Troy Terrell, 44, of Linden, according to the release.

K9 Bane, who was inside one of the police cars, was taken to an emergency veterinarian hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. He has a sore leg, but should be back on the job soon.No deputies were injured.

The traffic crash is being investigated by the Virginia State Police.

Terrell was arrested and charged with driving under the influence. He is currently being held at the Fauquier County Adult Detention Center with no bond.

A sedan crashed into two sheriff’s vehicles Jan. 6.

K-9 Bane listens to his partner MSD Jimmy Arrington during a training exercise in May 2021.

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UPCOMING FAUQUIER EVENTS JAN. 12 TO 21 Ongoing events Refuse collection

What: Martin Luther King holiday weekend in the town of Warrenton When: Monday, Jan. 17, is a holiday, no refuse collection; Tuesday, Jan. 18, double refuse (Monday and Tuesday’s refuse collection); Wednesday, Jan. 19, recycling collections (newspapers, cardboard, bags); Thursday, Jan. 20, regular refuse collection; Friday, Jan. 21, regular refuse collection

Reading

What: Winter reading program When: Jan. 18 to Feb. 28; all day Where: Warrenton Library, Bealeton branch library, John Marshall branch library Info: School age children, teens and adults are invited to pick up a game card at local library and participate; for more information, go to fauquierlibrary.org

Spiritual Care Support Ministries What: Support groups/counseling and special events for those experiencing the death of a loved one, divorce, and chronic illness.

Where: Spiritual Care Support Ministries, 7179 New Hope Lane, Warrenton Cost: Free Info: 540-349-5814 or www.scsm.tv

Wednesday, Jan. 12 Marshall afternoon book club

What: The group will discuss “Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times” by Katherine May When: Wednesday, Jan. 12; 1 to 2:30 p.m.

Where: Virtual Cost: Free To join: email deborah.cosby@ fauquiercounty.gov or call 540-422-8527

ESL class

What: English-as-a-second-language class presented by Piedmont Regional Adult and Career Education programs When: Wednesday, Jan. 12 and Wednesday, Jan. 19; 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Where: John Marshall Branch Library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall Cost: Free Info: 540-718-8243

Bird walk

What: For adults and children ages 12 and up, accompanied by an adult When: Wednesday, Jan. 12; 8 to 10 a.m.

Where: The Clifton Institute, 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton Cost: Free RSVP: info@cliftoninstitute.org

History

What: Hands on history for children (ages 2 to 5) When: Wednesday, Jan. 12; 10:30 to 11 a.m.

Where: Museum of Culpeper History, 113 S. Commerce St., Culpeper Cost: Free Info: Masks required Reservations: 540-829-1749

Thursday, Jan. 13 Story time

What: Stories for young children and

caregivers with finger plays and singalongs When: Thursday, Jan. 13, Tuesday, Jan. 18 and Thursday, Jan. 20; 10:30 to 10:45 a.m.

Where: Virtual Cost: Free Registration: https://conta. cc/3mhbxvl

ESL class

What: English-as-a-second-language class presented by Piedmont Regional Adult and Career Education programs When: Thursday, Jan. 13, Tuesday, Jan. 18, and Thursday, Jan. 20; 6 to 9 p.m.

Where: Bealeton branch library, 10877 Willow Drive North, Bealeton Cost: Free Info: 540-718-8243

Piedmont polliwogs

What: For children ages 2 to 5, accompanied by a caregiver When: Thursday, Jan. 13; 10 to 11 a.m.

Where: The Clifton Institute, 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton Cost: Free Registration: 540-341-3651; masks required if event is moved indoors

Live music

What: Featuring Drew Dunbar When: Thursday, Jan. 13; 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Where: Death Ridge Brewery, 5393 Higher Ground Trail, Jeffersonton

Trivia

What: Music trivia When: Thursday, Jan. 13 and Jan. 20; 6 to 8 p.m.

Where: Lost Barrel Brewing, 36138 John Mosby Highway, Middleburg

Trivia

What: Trivia night hosted by Fauquier Trivia When: Thursday, Jan. 13 and Jan. 20; 7 to 9 p.m.

Where: Wort Hog Brewing Company, 41 Beckham St., Warrenton

Friday, Jan. 14 Book Cellar

What: Book Cellar with books, movies, and music for all ages.

Sponsored by the Friends of Fauquier Library to support programs When: Friday, Jan. 14, Saturday, Jan. 15 and Friday, Jan. 21; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Where: John Barton Payne building basement, 2 Courthouse Square, Warrenton Volunteer: 540-341-3447

Pet clinic

What: Pet wellness clinic When: Friday, Jan. 14 and Jan. 21; 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Where: Fauquier SPCA, 9350 Rogues Road, Midland Cost: Fee for various services Info: By appointment only; open to all; 540-788-9000 x208. All dogs must be on leashes; all cats must be in carriers

Trivia

What: Trivia night When: Friday, Jan. 14; 7 to 9 p.m.

Where: Beer Hound Brewery, 201 Waters Place, Culpeper

Live music

What: Featuring Summer and Eric

When: Friday, Jan. 14; 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Where: Lost Barrel Brewing, 36138 John Mosby Highway, Middleburg

Live music

What: Featuring Daniel Carter When: Friday, Jan. 14; 5 to 8 p.m.

Where: Death Ridge Brewery, 5393 Higher Ground Trail, Jeffersonton

Saturday, Jan. 15 Food give-away

What: Drive-thru food pickup for those in need by Fauquier County Food Distribution Center When: Saturday, Jan. 15; 9 a.m. until food gone Where: Warrenton United Methodist Church, 341 Church St., Warrenton Info: Attendees stay in car and food will be placed in vehicle

Nature walk

What: Family nature walks When: Saturday, Jan. 15; 10 a.m. to noon Where: Clifton Institute, 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton Cost: Free Info: For children in grades K-8; masks required Registration: 540-341-3651

Seed sowing

What: Volunteer day for seed sowing When: Saturday, Jan. 8; 9 a.m. to noon Where: The Clifton Institute, 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton Cost: Free Info: Adults only and children ages 12 and up, accompanied by an adult.

RSVP: info@cliftoninstitute.org

Music and dinner

What: Candlelight evenings When: Saturday, Jan. 15; 6 to 9 p.m.

Where: Arterra Wines, 1808 Leeds Manor Road, Delaplane Cost: Tickets available at www. eventbrite.com/e/arterrawines-candlelight-dinnertickets-201717491447 Info: Live piano music, wine, and dinner; space is limited; tickets are required

Live music

What: Saturday Night Live with Jeremy Fox When: Saturday, Jan. 15; 6 to 10 p.m.

Where: Orlean Market, 6855 Leeds Manor Road, Marshall

Live music

What: Featuring Ryan Greer When: Saturday, Jan. 15; 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Where: Death Ridge Brewery, 5393 Higher Ground Trail, Jeffersonton

Live music

What: Featuring Chris Timbers When: Saturday, Jan. 15; 5 p.m.

Where: Lost Barrel Brewing, 36138 John Mosby Hiighway, Middleburg

Live music

What: Featuring Brandy Station When: Saturday, Jan. 15; 7 to 9:30 p.m.

Where: Gloria Faye Dingus Music Alliance, 92 Main St., Warrenton Cost: Tickets $15, children 12 and under admitted free with parent

Info: Seating is limited; advance purchase recommended Tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/ brandy-station-company-live-atglorias-tickets-230510291487

Sunday, Jan. 16 Cold War events

What: Steinstuecken, A Little Pocket of Freedom When: Sunday, Jan. 16; 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Where: Virtual Cost: $20; Tickets: https://www.eventbrite. com/e/steinstuecken-a-little-pocket-offreedom-tickets-187396446817 Info: Presentation by author Don Smith, hosted by the Cold War Museum

Rise and shine

What: Sparkling Sundays When: Sunday, Jan. 16; 10 a.m. to noon Where: Barrel Oak Winery, 3623 Grove Lane, Delaplane Info: Mimosas and poinsettias available to purchase; complimentary bagel with cream cheese and a newspaper

Murder mystery

What: Murder mystery - Harry Potter themed When: Sunday, Jan. 16; 6 p.m.

Where: Denim and Pearls, 29 Main St., Warrenton Cost: $85 per person and a nonrefundable deposit is required Info: Dress for the occasion; a night full of murder, mystery and a threecourse dinner Reservations: 540-349-9339

Monday, Jan. 17 Fauquier County Public Libraries What: All public libraries will be closed Friday, Jan. 17, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Where: Warrenton Library, Bealeton Branch Library, John Marshall Branch Library

Martin Luther King, Jr.

What: The Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. 2022 third annual Community Celebration When: Monday, Jan. 17; 1 p.m.

Where: Virtual Info: The community celebration held virtually at Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church; keynote speaker the Rev. Jewel Anthony Simmons, pastor at Providence Baptist Church in Orlean Zoom ID: 642 041 058; passcode 537311 Questions: 301-715-8592 or the church 540-347-3735

Tuesday, Jan. 18 Food pantry

What: Fauquier FISH food pantry When: Tuesday, Jan. 18; 9:30 to noon and Thursday, Jan. 20; 4 to 6 p.m.

Where: Fauquier FISH, 24 Pelham St., Warrenton Info: Ready to cook meals and additional food for residents of Fauquier County in need of extra help; bring ID and proof of county residency See CALENDAR, page 17

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Virginia’s new voting maps show promise, room for improvement in process Right before Virginians rang in the New Year, our state’s redistricting process formally concluded.

The Old Dominion now officially has new voting district maps, which will determine which legislators will represent Fauquier in the U.S. House of Representatives and the General Assembly.

The new maps themselves are, by and large, a success. They are on the whole fair, sensible and reflective of the partisan makeup of the state. This is what Virginians expressed their desire for when they voted for a new amendment to the state constitution in November 2020 establishing a new, commission-based redistricting system.

In the past, map drawing in Virginia was firmly in the hands of political partisans in the state legislature. They could — and did — draw maps to keep themselves in power and shield themselves from accountability at the ballot box.

Now, Virginians can anticipate

… the suit asks the court to order a new election in 2022, using the new districts. This would result in elections in three consecutive years — 2021, 2022 and 2023.

TREVOR POTTER

fairer elections. The maps will be in place for this year’s congressional midterms, and for the Virginia legislative elections in 2023 — unless the timetable for the state elections is upset by a lawsuit that has already been filed. That suit alleges that the current state House and Senate districts are so out of compliance with the one person-one vote requirement after the 2020 census that they should not be allowed to continue for another year.

Instead, the suit asks the court to order a new election in 2022, using the new districts. This would result

in elections in three consecutive years — 2021, 2022 and 2023. Such a thing has happened once before — in 1981, 1982 and 1983.

While the final maps in Virginia were largely a success, the process itself ended up being twisted by state politicians and political polarization, so that the bipartisan commission approved by the voters (half legislators, half members of the public, eight members from each party) failed to compromise and instead deadlocked on every issue. This meant the fallback procedure provided for in the amendment —map drawing by experts appointed by the Virginia Supreme Court — came into play. Although the court process resulted in fair

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Warrenton wins grant to reduce pollution runoff Congratulations to Warrenton, which recently won important support for cleaner local streams and rivers with a nearly $1 million state grant to reduce polluted runoff to waterways. A Jan. 6 article [in the Fauquier Times] noted that Warrenton has made notable progress in reducing pollution from its sewage treatment plant, but too much sediment is still washing into creeks and rivers. Warrenton is facing looming deadlines to meet requirements to reduce polluted runoff from the town.

The award from Virginia’s Stormwater Local Assistance Fund will cover much of the cost of restoring a stream that flows into Cedar Creek, leading to significantly less sediment and other pollution

maps, a deadlocked commission and reliance on the court isn’t an ideal, long-term solution.

Politicians are included in the structure of Virginia’s commission, making it susceptible to political pressure. Some states have redistricting commissions that include partisan politicians, but few commissions fail as completely as Virginia’s did. This year’s non-performance made the case for removing politicians entirely from Virginia’s process if we want to promote a more successful commission in the future (and we should).

Trevor Potter is president of Campaign Legal Center, and a Republican former chairman of the Federal Election Commission.

downstream.

State support from the Stormwater Local Assistance Fund keeps expenses down for both local governments and residents. Now, as state legislators begin work on spending priorities for the next two years, Virginia Sen. Jill Vogel, Del. Mike Webert, and other Virginia legislators can help Warrenton and localities across the commonwealth save money while meeting pollution reductions requirements by supporting full funding of the Stormwater Local Assistance Fund.

PEGGY SANNER Executive director Chesapeake Bay Foundation Virginia

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Send letters to rearl@fauquier.com or The Fauquier Times, 41 Culpeper St., Warrenton, Virginia 20186.

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Vincent Gallo selected for open Scott District seat on school board GALLO, from page 1 Gallo, who said he is very excited to begin working with the school board, has been senior safety manager with CPG Beyond in Ashburn, a data center service provider, since November 2021.

Before that, he worked for two years at the Virginia Risk Sharing Association – which offers insurance services to Virginia’s local governments — as a senior safety consultant. He has also worked as a senior risk and safety analyst for the City of Manassas, compliance safety and health officer for the Virginia Department of Labor and Industry and has been a senior correctional officer for the Virginia Department of Corrections.

He has a bachelor’s degree in health science from Old Dominion University and attended a Harvard Business School executive certificate program

called “Risk Management for Corporate Leaders.”

He is a member of the Virginia Public Risk Management Association.

It’s his experience with local, state and federal agencies that sparked his interest in the Fauquier County School Board, Gallo said. He said that school board members have been able to work cooperatively, a feat not all local school boards have been able to achieve.

“It’s been great to see the school board working together throughout this past year. I am looking forward to helping keep the school board on the right path forward, for its students and the community,” he said Monday night.

Gallo said that he has watched most school board meetings remotely over the past year and had been thinking of becoming involved. He said he is looking forward to reviewing all school board policies

and procedures and becoming a part of the team.

He said that since he hasn’t attended any school board meetings as a participating member of the board, he has yet to form opinions on some of the most pressing issues facing the school division – like mask wearing in the schools or other COVID-19 mitigation measures.

Gallo said he told his 10-year-old son about his new position after seeing the announcement.

“My son was a little confused about what the school board does,” he said.

Grove and Pauling both said they were impressed with Gallo’s energy and said his risk management experience will be an asset on the board. They and fellow school board members Duke Bland (Marshall District) and Stephanie Litter-Reber (Lee District) stressed that all the candidates were very strong contenders, and the decision was a difficult one.

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LIBERTY BOYS HOOPS PREVAILS IN DOUBLE OT

Coy Shepard had 25 points and eight assists and Zach Bailey had 15 points and 18 rebounds as the Liberty boys basketball team defeated Culpeper 76-69 in double overtime on Dec. 28 in the Cyclone Classic. The Eagles (5-5) lost to Eastern View 57-47 the next night. On Friday, the Fauquier boys host Kettle Run at 7:30 p.m.

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DANCING TOWARD THEIR OLYMPIC DREAM on the ice doing “The Worm,” a hip-hop dance move he integrated into the routine.

“The ice is so slippery with no friction but Yehor was able to do it on the ice. I think it’s so cool,” Cesanek said.

“I learned that move when I was 9 or 10. My dad taught me that in the living room in Ukraine. I used to do this move everywhere in school. I thought, ‘I can do that,’” said Yehorov.

The pair dodged a bullet when Yehorov tested positive for COVID on Dec. 12.

He self-isolated at the Warrenton home he lives at with the Cesanek family, and was cleared on Dec. 22 in time for the U.S. Figure Skating Championships.

Warrenton ice dancers compete with the best at U.S. Figure Skating Championships

By Peter Brewington

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

At the highest level, ice dancing’s top teams deliver sensational performances that are simply mesmerizing.

Elements of ballroom dancing mix with music, choreography and technically superb skating to offer supreme entertainment.

Warrenton residents Molly Cesanek, 20, and Yehor Yehorov, 22, are living that life right now.

A year in the spotlight The pair finished 10th out of 15 teams in Yehorov believes he might have gotten ice dance at the U.S. Figure Skating ChamCOVID during a December trip to Cropionships on Jan. 7-8 in Nashville, scoring atia, where they’d skated during part of 172.11 points. their whirlwind 2021 season.

The pair looked mature, energetic and The year started with a victory in the innovative as they continue to emerge at Chesapeake Open in Laurel, Md., in Authe sport’s highest level. gust, where they presented their new pro“We are really proud of our perforgram to judges. They moved on to the mances. They are the strongest we’ve PHOTO BY DANIELLE EARL Lake Placid Open in Norwood, Mass., done. We believe we have something spe- 2019 Wakefield School graduate Molly Cesanek, 20, and Yehor taking third. cial in our partnership that we bring to ice Yehorov, 22, of Ukraine, are an up-and-coming ice dancing pair.

Off their strong start, they were invited dancing and Team USA,” said Cesanek, They’ve been partners almost four years. to a special “Champs Camp” for top U.S. whose name is pronounced Ses-nick. skaters, where they mingled with other Yehorov pointed out that last weekend’s meet “We felt we were sharp, clean and feel we exOlympic hopefuls, and even got fitted for Olymecuted. We know who we want to become. We was just their second performance in front of a pic uniforms. “That was huge for us,” according want to be on the Olympic team and know we will huge crowd since they debuted at the senior level to Cesanek. at the Skate America meet in October 2020, which get there,” she said.

Three other international meets followed as they In their early 20s, the pair are still young to was held without fans due to COVID. went to Bergamo, Italy, in September, and Sisnak, “It was amazing to skate in front of a big audi- Croatia, in December. They were one of just three break onto the U.S. Olympic team. The U.S. is sending three teams to the upcoming Games in ence cheering for you, supporting you. You go on teams, along with Chock-Bates and Hubbell-DonoFebruary in Beijing, China, led by the superstar the ice and you see people everywhere,” said Yehor- hue, selected for the 2021 Skate America, a Grand pairs of Madison Chock and Evan Bates and Mad- ov, whose name is pronounced Ya-Gor Ya-gor-ov.

Prix meet in October in Las Vegas.

If you watched them on TV in Nashville last ison Hubbell and Zachary Donohue. Hubbell is 30 and Donohue is 31. Chock is 29 and Bates is 32. weekend, you would have seen Yehorov wriggle See SKATING, page 15

Winter weather putting brakes on indoor track season

By Fred Hodge

Special to the Fauquier Times

FAUQUIER TIMES STAFF PHOTO/ COY FERRELL

Aubrey Fernandez was part of Fauquier’s winning 3,200-meter relay at the Dec. 18 Liberty University Christmas Invitational.

Prior to Christmas, many people often found themselves hearing the song “Let It Snow” on the radio, television and in stores.

While thoughts of a snowy landscape ring nostalgic, the county’s indoor track coaches already have seen enough of the white stuff.

Kettle Run, Liberty and Fauquier lost opportunities Saturday to compete in quality invitational meets and also missed an entire week of practice coming out of the holidays.

With the Northwestern District championship meet fast approaching Feb. 7, coaches are disappointed.

“The weather threw a bit of a wrench into our plans for this week, but we are excited for what the rest of the season will bring,” said Liberty coach Helen Leigh, who is pleased to date with her 33 boys and 17 girls.

Fauquier is trying to develop the 69 boys and 42 girls on his team.

“I don’t know how many other meets we will have,” Fauquier coach Quentin Jones said, pointing to the

ominous weather. “We have to put the pedal down and get moving.”

Kettle Run’s Myraida Davis has 20 girls and 27 boys on hand. She is pleased with the strong start before Christmas.

“We were excited to see that our returning athletes were able to improve their previous times.” Davis said. “We have a lot of athletes that are new to the sport, so while we have a lot of refining to do, we are happy with their performances so far.

Returning pole vaulters Colleen Schaner and Ashley Nickerson both have qualified for the state meet coming up March 2-3; both earned all-state honors last year.

Davis said freshmen Owen Mullins (1,600 and 3,200 meters) and Grace Tessier (55, 300 meters) have demonstrated high potential. The coach also expressed hopes the girls 3,200-meter relay can reach the state meet again after qualifying in the spring season.

Falcons medal in Lynchburg

Fauquier and Liberty both competed in the Liberty University Christmas Invitational Dec. 18, reg-

istering several top notch results.

The Falcon girls topped the local entries with a pair of gold medals.

Cassidy Scott recorded a victory in the 3,200-meter run in 11:17.75 against a field of 27 other runners. Meme Merchant, Aubrey Fernandez, Abby Gray and Kiki Wine combined to take the 3,200-meter relay at 10:23.16.

Scott also was third at 1,600 meters out of 81 athletes at 5:14.70. In a field of 74 girls, Fernandez placed third at 500 meters (1:20.20), while Wine ran to sixth in the 1000 meters out of 86 girls in 3:14.34. The foursome of Katey Bern, Wine, Gray and Fernandez were sixth in the 1,600 relay (4:20.81).

Liberty’s Maya Turner leaped 15 feet, 10.5 inches for eighth in the long jump, and she joined Janet Adu Gyamfi, Michelle Weon and Isabelle Cavins for sixth in the 800 relay (1:52.88). Cavins previously had run a school-record 7.48 seconds in the 55 to qualify through to the state meet. Turner also has recorded regional standards in the 300 and 500, as has the relay.

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Warrenton skaters make music on ice SKATING, from page 14 At Skate America, they took ninth in the elite 10team field at their first meet with a large crowd.

What’s up for 2022

Right now, they’re preparing for the 2022 season.

They’ll begin looking for ideas for a new program in the months ahead, with competitions starting this summer.

Their typical day consists of training and working at the Ion International Training Center in Leesburg, which has become their new home. They train most of the day and teach youth skaters in the afternoon.

“The owners take care of us there. They are like parents. It feels good,” said Cesanek.

Cesanek is still taking classes on-line at Ameri-

can University, but has slowed her schedule to focus on her skating life. Yehorov works at the Ion rink to help pay expenses.

Yehorov received his green card in July and is on the path to U.S. citizenship. He cannot compete in the Olympics for the U.S. without citizenship, but his green card relieved a lot of stress. “It allowed him to stay here. The clock was ticking,” Cesanek said.

The pair are humble and gracious about some of the publicity they are starting to receive, and feel they have a long road together.

“We believe we are maturing in a beautiful way,” says Yehorov.

Says Cesanek, “Even my parents are in awe of how we feel for each other without speaking. We’re like an old married couple,” said Cesanek.

“We know we have that special unique chemistry.”

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Snow slows track for now TRACK, from page 14 On the boys side, Fauquier and Liberty both scored heavily in the two distance relays. Falcons Jack Carter, Colin Ashby, Mason Markell and Peter Paccassi earned the 3,200 relay silver medal in 8:46.22, edging the Liberty crew of Gabe Sealock, Aidan Neidich, Jacob Phelps and Cole Hoffman by one-tenth of a second. The same Liberty foursome was fifth in the 1,600 relay (3:45.55).

Fauquier’s John Bynaker, Markell, Wyatt Shaw and Peter Paccassi were seventh (3:45.67). Falcon Dylan Damer cleared nine feet for fifth in the pole vault.

Both Liberty relays are regionally qualified.

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF PETITION FOR REVISION OF TO THE PUBLIC OF PETITION FOR REVISION OF ANOTICE RATE ADJUSTMENT CLAUSE, DESIGNATED RIDER RPS, A RATE ADJUSTMENT CLAUSE, DESIGNATED RIDER RPS,

BY VIRGINIA ELECTRIC AND POWER COMPANY

BY VIRGINIA ELECTRIC AND POWER COMPANY CASE NO. PUR-2021-00282 CASE NO. PUR-2021-00282

•Virginia Electric and Power Company Rider RPS, RPS, to torecover recovercosts costsrelated relatedtotocompliance compliancewith withthe themandatory mandatoryrenewable renewable energy portfolio •Virginia Electric and Power Company(“Dominion”) (“Dominion”)has hasapplied appliedfor forrevision revisionof ofaarate rate adjustment adjustment clause, clause, designated designated Rider energy portfolio standard program established ininthe standard program established theVirginia VirginiaClean CleanEconomy EconomyAct. Act. •Dominion requests approval ofofa revenue September 1, 1, 2022, 2022,through throughAugust August31, 31,2023.

2023.According AccordingtotoDominion, Dominion,this this amount would increase •Dominion requests approval a revenuerequirement requirementofof$140,414,000 $140,414,000for forRider RiderRPS RPS for for the the rate rate year year beginning beginning September amount would increase a a typical residential customer’s bill typical residential customer’s billusing using1,000 1,000kilowatt kilowatthours hoursofofelectricity electricityper permonth month by by approximately approximately $1.64.

Hearing Examiner appointedbybythe theState StateCorporation CorporationCommission Commissionwill willhold holdaatelephonic telephonic hearing hearing in this case on April •A•A Hearing Examiner appointed April 12, 12, 2021, 2021,atat10 10a.m., a.m.,for forthe thereceipt receiptofofpublic publicwitness witnesstestimony. testimony.

•An evidentiary hearing will heldononApril April13, 13,2021, 2021,atat10 10a.m., a.m.,either eitherin inthe theCommission’s Commission’s second second floor floor courtroom courtroom located 23219, or or byby electronic •An evidentiary hearing will bebeheld located in in the theTyler TylerBuilding, Building,1300 1300East EastMain MainStreet, Street,Richmond, Richmond,Virginia Virginia 23219, electronic means.Further Further details this hearingwill willbebeprovided providedby bysubsequent subsequentCommission CommissionOrder Order or or Hearing Hearing Examiner’s Examiner’s Ruling. means. details onon this hearing Ruling.

•Further information about this case is available on the Commission website at: scc.virginia.gov/pages/Case-Information.

•Further information about this case is available on the Commission website at: scc.virginia.gov/pages/Case-Information.

On December 6, 2021, Virginia Electric and Power Company (“Dominion” or “Company”) filed with the State Corporation Commission (“Commission”) a petition (“Petition”) for revision of a rate adjustment clause,

Ondesignated DecemberRider 6, 2021, Virginia Electric and Power (“Dominion” “Company”) filed with the State Corporation (“Commission”) a petition (“Petition”) for revision of 1, a rate adjustment clause, RPS, pursuant to § 56-585.1 A 5 Company d of the Code of Virginiaor(“Code”) and the directive contained in OrderingCommission Paragraph (5) of the Final Order issued by the Commission on July 2021, in Case No. designated Rider RPS,Through pursuantitstoPetition, § 56-585.1 A 5 d of the Code of Virginia (“Code”) andcosts the directive in Ordering Paragraph renewable (5) of the Final Order issued by the program Commission onProgram”) July 1, 2021, in Case No. PUR-2020-00170.

Dominion seeks to recover projected and actual related tocontained compliance with the mandatory energy portfolio standard (“RPS established in PUR-2020-00170. itsAct Petition, Dominion seeks to recover projected and actual costs related to compliance with the mandatory renewable energy portfolio standard program (“RPS Program”) established in the Virginia CleanThrough Economy (“VCEA”). the Virginia Clean Economy Act (“VCEA”).

Pursuant to Code § 56-585.5 C, Dominion is required to participate in an RPS Program that establishes annual goals for the sale of renewable energy to all retail customers in the Company’s service territory, with

certain to limited To Dominion comply with the RPS Program, Dominion mustProgram procure and renewable energy (‘’RECs’’) originating sources.in The RPS Program requirements Pursuant Codeexceptions. § 56-585.5 C, is required to participate in an RPS that retire establishes annual goalscertificates for the sale of renewable energyfrom to allqualifying retail customers the Company’s service territory,‘’shall with be a percentage of the total electric energy sold the previous year’’ andprocure must beand implemented in accordance with the schedule set forth in Codefrom § 56-585.5 C. The statuteThe permits to apply renewable certain limited exceptions.

To comply with theinRPS Program,calendar Dominion must retire renewable energy certificates (‘’RECs’’) originating qualifying sources.

RPS Dominion Program requirements ‘’shall be energy sales RECsenergy acquired in in excess of the sales requirement for amust specific year’s RPS Program to the sales CodeC. § 56-585.5 C further that,totoapply the extent a percentage ofachieved the total or electric sold the previous calendar year’’ and be implemented in accordance withrequirements the schedule for set certain forth infuture Code years. § 56-585.5 The statute permitsprovides Dominion renewable Dominion procures RECs for RPS Program compliance from resources it does not own, the Company shall be entitled to recover the costs of such RECs pursuant to Code §§ 56-249.6 or 56-585.1 A 5 d. energy sales achieved or RECs acquired in excess of the sales requirement for a specific year’s RPS Program to the sales requirements for certain future years. Code § 56-585.5 C further provides that, to the extent Dominion procuresARECs foramended RPS Program from that resources it may doespetition not own, Company shall be entitled to recover of such clauses RECs pursuant to Code 56-249.6 or 56-585.1 A 5 d. of: Code § 56-585.1 5 d, as by the compliance VCEA, provides a utility thethe Commission for approval of one or morethe ratecosts adjustment for the timely and§§ current recovery from customers

Code § 56-585.1[p]rojected A 5 d, as amended the of VCEA, provides that a utility may petition the standard Commission for approval of one more ratethat adjustment clauses forunder the timely and current from shall customers of:such and actualby costs compliance with renewable energy portfolio requirements pursuant to or § 56-585.5 are not recoverable subdivision 6. Therecovery Commission approve a petition allowing the recovery of such costs incurred as required by § 56-585.5, provided that the Commission does not otherwise find such costs were unreasonably or imprudently incurred . . . .

[p]rojected and actual costs of compliance with renewable energy portfolio standard requirements pursuant to § 56-585.5 that are not recoverable under subdivision 6. The Commission shall approve such

a petition allowing of such costs incurred as required by § Program 56-585.5,through provided the Commission does notbeotherwise find such costs wereofunreasonably or imprudently incurred . .renew..

In its Petition, Dominion statesthe thatrecovery it will meet the annual requirements of the RPS thethat retirement of RECs that will sourced from a combination RECs generated from Company-owned able energy facilities, RECs generated from renewable energy facilities owned by an entity other than the utility with which the Company has entered into a power purchase agreement, long-term REC only contracts, market purchases.

In and its Petition, Dominion states that it will meet the annual requirements of the RPS Program through the retirement of RECs that will be sourced from a combination of RECs generated from Company-owned renewable energy facilities, RECs generated from renewable energy facilities owned by an entity other than the utility with which the Company has entered into a power purchase agreement, long-term REC only contracts, determine the total cost of RECs to be recovered through Rider RPS, the Company states it first determined its projected RPS Program requirements for 2022, and then used those projections to determine the estiandTomarket purchases. mated volume of RECs needed during the rate year of September 1, 2022, to August 31, 2023 (‘’Rate Year’’). The Company asserts it then determined the projected volume of RECs that the Company would need to

from its bank or purchase from the market. For any RECs the Company would need to purchase or utilize from the bank, the Company states it multiplied the volume of RECs by a weighted average price in orToutilize determine the total of the RECs to be recovered thefor Company firstCompany determined its projected RPS Program 8.2 requirements for 2022, projections to determine estider to determine the cost cost of gross purchases andthrough banked Rider RECsRPS, needed the Rate states Year. itThe expects to need approximately million RECs duringand the then Rate used Year,those approximately 82,000 of whichthe must mated volume of RECs needed the rate year oftoSeptember 1, 2022, 31, 2023 (‘’Rate Company asserts then determined the projected of RECs that the factor Company would need to come from distributed energy during resources.

According the Company, oncetoitAugust determined the total costsYear’’). of RECsThe to be recovered in thisit proceeding, it applied a Virginiavolume jurisdictional allocation of 84.9094%. utilize from its bank or purchase from the market. For any RECs the Company would need to purchase or utilize from the bank, the Company states it multiplied the volume of RECs by a weighted average price in orderIntothis determine the cost of the gross purchases and RECs needed for theofRate Year. Thefor Company proceeding, the Company seeks approval of banked a total revenue requirement $140,414,000 the Rateexpects Year. to need approximately 8.2 million RECs during the Rate Year, approximately 82,000 of which must come from distributed energy resources. According to the Company, once it determined the total costs of RECs to be recovered in this proceeding, it applied a Virginia jurisdictional allocation factor of 84.9094%.

If the proposed Rider RPS for the Rate Year is approved, the impact on customer bills would depend on the customer’s rate schedule and usage. According to Dominion, implementation of its proposed Rider RPS on

1, 2022, increase theapproval bill of a of residential customer using 1,000 of electricity by approximately $1.64.

In September this proceeding, thewould Company seeks a total revenue requirement ofkWh $140,414,000 for per the month Rate Year.

Interested persons encouraged to review Petition the andimpact supporting documents forwould the details of these other proposals.

If the proposed Riderare RPS for the Rate Year isthe approved, on customer bills depend on theand customer’s rate schedule and usage. According to Dominion, implementation of its proposed Rider RPS on September 1, 2022, would increase the bill of a residential customer using 1,000 kWh of electricity per month by approximately $1.64.

TAKE NOTICE that the Commission may apportion revenues among customer classes and/or design rates in a manner differing from that shown in the Petition and supporting documents and thus may adopt rates that

differ from those appearing in the Company’s Petition and supporting documents.

Interested persons are encouraged to review the Petition and supporting documents for the details of these and other proposals.

The Commission has taken judicial notice of the ongoing public health issues related to the spread of the coronavirus, or COVID-19. In accordance therewith, all pleadings, briefs, or other documents required to be

TAKE NOTICE that the Commission mayelectronically apportion revenues among customerbyclasses design ratesand in aformat, mannerofdiffering from that shown in Practice the Petition supporting documents and thus may adoptand rates served in this matter shall be submitted to the extent authorized 5 VACand/or 5 20-150, Copies the Commission’s Rules of and and Procedure (“Rules of Practice”).

Confidential Ex-that differ from those appearing in the Company’s Petition and supporting documents. traordinarily Sensitive Information shall not be submitted electronically and should comply with 5 VAC 5-20-170, Confidential information, of the Rules of Practice. Any person seeking to hand deliver and physically file or submit any pleading or other document shall contact the Clerk’s Office Document Control Center at (804) 371-9838 to arrange the delivery.

The Commission has taken judicial notice of the ongoing public health issues related to the spread of the coronavirus, or COVID-19. In accordance therewith, all pleadings, briefs, or other documents required to be Pursuant to matter 5 VAC shall 5-20-140, Filing and service, of the Rules of Practice, the by Commission has directed thatand service on parties and the Commission’s in this matter shall be accomplished by electronic means.and Exserved in this be submitted electronically to the extent authorized 5 VAC 5 20-150, Copies format, of the Commission’s Rules ofStaff Practice and Procedure (“Rules of Practice”).

Confidential Please referSensitive to the Commission’s for be Notice and Hearing or subsequent Hearing Examiner’s Ruling for further instructionsinformation, concerning Confidential Sensitive Information. traordinarily Information Order shall not submitted electronically and should comply with 5 VAC 5-20-170, Confidential of the Rules or of Extraordinarily Practice. Any person seeking to hand deliver and physically file or submit any pleading or other document shall contact the Clerk’s Office Document Control Center at (804) 371-9838 to arrange the delivery.

The Commission entered an Order for Notice and Hearing in this proceeding that, among other things, scheduled public hearings on Dominion’s Petition. On April 12, 2022, at 10 a.m., the Commission will hold

a telephonic hearing, with noFiling witness in of thethe Commission’s courtroom, for the purpose receiving testimony of public On or before April 2022,shall any person desiring to by offer testimony as a Pursuant to 5 VAC 5-20-140, andpresent service, Rules of Practice, the Commission has of directed thatthe service on parties and witnesses. the Commission’s Staff in this8,matter be accomplished electronic means. public witness shall provide to the Commission (a) your name, and (b) the telephone number that you wish the Commission to call during the hearing to receive your testimony. This information may be provided to Please refer to the Commission’s for Notice Hearing subsequent Hearing Examiner’s Ruling for further instructions Extraordinarily the Commission in three ways: Order (i) by filling out aand form on the or Commission’s website at scc.virginia.gov/pages/Webcasting; (ii) byconcerning completingConfidential and emailingorthe PDF version ofSensitive this formInformation. to SCCInfo@scc.virginia.gov; or (iii) by calling (804) 371-9141. This public witness hearing will be webcast at scc.virginia.gov/pages/Webcasting.

The Commission entered an Order for Notice and Hearing in this proceeding that, among other things, scheduled public hearings on Dominion’s Petition. On April 12, 2022, at 10 a.m., the Commission will hold a telephonic hearing, with witness in the Commission’s courtroom, for the purpose ofTyler receiving the testimony public witnesses.

On or before23219, April 8,or2022, any person desiring to offer testimony as a On April 13, 2022, at 10 no a.m., eitherpresent in the Commission’s second floor courtroom located in the Building, 1300 EastofMain Street, Richmond, Virginia by electronic means, the Commission will convene public witness shall provide to the Commission (a) your name, and from (b) the number that you wish toStaff. call during thedetails hearing receive your This informationCommission may be provided a hearing to receive testimony and evidence related to the Petition thetelephone Company, any respondents, andthe theCommission Commission’s Further on to this hearing willtestimony. be provided by subsequent Orderto theorCommission in three ways: Hearing Examiner’s Ruling.(i) by filling out a form on the Commission’s website at scc.virginia.gov/pages/Webcasting; (ii) by completing and emailing the PDF version of this form to SCCInfo@scc.virginia.gov; or (iii) by calling (804) 371-9141. This public witness hearing will be webcast at scc.virginia.gov/pages/Webcasting.

An electronic copy of the Company’s Petition may be obtained by submitting a written request to counsel for the Company, Elaine S. Ryan, Esquire, McGuireWoods LLP, Gateway Plaza, 800 East Canal Street, Rich-

or eryan@mcguirewoods.com.

Onmond, April Virginia 13, 2022,23219, at 10 a.m., either in the Commission’s second floor courtroom located in the Tyler Building, 1300 East Main Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219, or by electronic means, the Commission will convene a hearing to receive testimony and evidence related to the Petition from the Company, any respondents, and the Commission’s Staff. Further details on this hearing will be provided by subsequent Commission Order On or before February 16, 2022, any person or entity wishing to participate as a respondent in this proceeding may do so by filing a notice of participation at scc.virginia.gov/clk/efiling. Those unable, as a practical or matter, HearingtoExaminer’s Ruling. file a notice of participation electronically may file such notice by U.S. mail to the Clerk of the State Corporation Commission, c/o Document Control Center, P.O. Box 2118, Richmond, Virginia 23218-2118.

Such notice of participation shall include the email addresses of such parties or their counsel, if available. The respondent simultaneously shall serve a copy of the notice of participation on counsel to the Company.

AnPursuant electronic copy the Company’s Petition as may be obtainedof bythe submitting a written any request to of counsel for the shall Company, Elaine Ryan, Esquire, Gateway Plaza, East Canal Richto 5 VACof5-20-80 B, Participation a respondent, Rules of Practice, notice participation set forth: (i) S. a precise statementMcGuireWoods of the interest ofLLP, the respondent; (ii) a800 statement of theStreet, specific mond, Virginia or eryan@mcguirewoods.com. action sought 23219, to the extent then known; and (iii) the factual and legal basis for the action. Any organization, corporation, or government body participating as a respondent must be represented by counsel as required by 5 VAC 5-20-30, Counsel, of the Rules of Practice. All filings shall refer to Case No. PUR-2021-00282. For additional information about participation as a respondent, any person or entity should obtain a copy of

Onthe or Commission’s before February 16, 2022, any person or entity wishing to participate as a respondent in this proceeding may do so by filing a notice of participation at scc.virginia.gov/clk/efiling. Those unable, as a practical Order for Notice and Hearing. matter, to file a notice of participation electronically may file such notice by U.S. mail to the Clerk of the State Corporation Commission, c/o Document Control Center, P.O. Box 2118, Richmond, Virginia 23218-2118.

On notice or before March 2, 2022, each respondent mayaddresses file with the Clerkparties of the Commission, at scc.virginia.gov/clk/efiling, anysimultaneously testimony and shall exhibits by awhich respondent to establish its case. responSuch of participation shall include the email of such or their counsel, if available. The respondent serve copy the of the notice ofexpects participation on counsel to Any the Company. dent unable, as a 5-20-80 practical B, matter, to file testimony and exhibits electronically may fileany suchnotice

by U.S. mail to the Clerk theforth: Commission at thestatement address listed Each witness’s testimony include summary Pursuant to 5 VAC Participation as a respondent, of the Rules of Practice, of participation shallofset (i) a precise of theabove. interest of the respondent; (ii) ashall statement ofathe specific not to exceed one page.

All testimony and exhibits shall be served on the Staff, the Company, and all other respondents simultaneous with its filing.

In all filings, respondents shall comply with the Rules of Practice, action sought to the extent then known; and (iii) the factual and legal basis for the action. Any organization, corporation, or government body participating as a respondent must be represented by counsel as required as modified herein, including, but not limited to: 5 VAC 5-20-140, Filing and service, and 5 VAC 5-20-240, Prepared testimony and exhibits.

All filings shall refer to Case No. PUR 2021-00282. by 5 VAC 5-20-30, Counsel, of the Rules of Practice. All filings shall refer to Case No. PUR-2021-00282. For additional information about participation as a respondent, any person or entity should obtain a copy of theOn Commission’s Order for Notice and Hearing. or before April 6, 2022, any interested person may submit comments on the Petition by following the instructions found on the Commission’s website: scc.virginia.gov/casecomments/Submit-Public-Comments.

Those unable, as a practical matter, to submit comments electronically may file such comments with the Clerk of the Commission at the address listed above. All such comments shall refer to Case No. PUR-2021-

On00282. or before March 2, 2022, each respondent may file with the Clerk of the Commission, at scc.virginia.gov/clk/efiling, any testimony and exhibits by which the respondent expects to establish its case. Any respondent unable, as a practical matter, to file testimony and exhibits electronically may file such by U.S. mail to the Clerk of the Commission at the address listed above. Each witness’s testimony shall include a summary notAny to exceed one page. testimony andthe exhibits served Staff, the Company, andmay all other respondents simultaneous with its respects, filing. Inexcept all filings, respondents comply with the for Rules of Practice, documents filed inAll paper form with Officeshall of thebeClerk of on thethe Commission in this docket use both sides of the paper. In all other as modified by theshall Commission’s Order Notice and as Hearing, modifiedall herein, but not to:requirements 5 VAC 5-20-140, Filing and service, and 5 VAC 5-20-240, Prepared testimony and exhibits. All filings shall refer to Case No. PUR 2021-00282. filingsincluding, shall comply fullylimited with the of 5 VAC 5-20-150, Copies and format, of the Rules of Practice.

Company’s Rules of Practice, the Commission’s Order for Notice andthe Hearing, and other documents filed in the case may bescc.virginia.gov/casecomments/Submit-Public-Comments. viewed at: scc.virginia.gov/pages/Case-Information.

OnThe or before April Petition, 6, 2022, the anyCommission’s interested person may submit comments on the Petition by following instructions found on the Commission’s website: Those unable, as a practical matter, to submit comments electronically may file such comments with the Clerk of the Commission at the address listed above. All such comments shall refer to Case No. PUR-202100282.

VIRGINIA ELECTRIC AND POWER COMPANY

Any documents filed in paper form with the Office of the Clerk of the Commission in this docket may use both sides of the paper. In all other respects, except as modified by the Commission’s Order for Notice and Hearing, all filings shall comply fully with the requirements of 5 VAC 5-20-150, Copies and format, of the Rules of Practice.

The Company’s Petition, the Commission’s Rules of Practice, the Commission’s Order for Notice and Hearing, and other documents filed in the case may be viewed at: scc.virginia.gov/pages/Case-Information.

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REAL ESTATE WWW.FAUQUIER.COM

Fauquier Times | January 12, 2022

Beautiful historic restoration on large acreage farm The beautifully restored c. 1838 country house sits on 492 mostly open acres. The home has floor-to- ceiling windows, high ceilings, gleaming old pine floors, an updated kitchen and baths and lovely views in every direction.

Enter the stone pillared gates and follow the long, paved driveway to the large oak tree setting with ultra privacy. There are two ponds, a very strong stream and lovely, wooded trails.

The open land provides for both pasture and crops and is gently rolling in typical hunt country fashion.

There is a 10-stall stable, machine and runin sheds and a large open bay cattle barn. There is a spacious manager’s cottage and a charming little 2 over 2 cottage c. 1780 which may have been the original house on the farm – well worth restoring.

This farm offers about 2 miles of road frontage and is located ½ mile from the Fauquier Springs Country Club with tennis, pool, a restaurant, and 18-hole golf course. The farm yields good income. The seller will consider favorable owner financing. Listed exclusively with Allen Real Estate. $4,850,000.

Joe Allen 540-229-1770 Allen Real Estate Co., Ltd.

LOT FOR SALE

SPRINGS ROAD 13.8 ACRES

ALLEN REAL ESTATE 540.229.1770 Ralph Monaco, Jr. llc.

540-341-7687

7373 Comfort Inn Drive Warrenton VA 20187 RE/MAX Regency Licensed in the Commonwealth of Virginia

My business philosophy is simple • Know what you sell • Maintain a long-term investment in the community you work in (35 years and counting!)

• Continue education to ensure skills remain most current • Commit to service and client satisfaction www.RalphSellsHomes.com www.ralphsellshomes.com

We are pledged to the letter and spirit of Virginia’s policy for the achievement of equal housing opportunity throughout the Commonwealth. We encourage and support advertising and marketing programs in which there are no barriers to obtaining housing because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, age, familial status, or national origin.

All real estate advertised herein is subject to the Virginia and federal fair housing laws, which make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation, or discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, or elderliness, or intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination.”

This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis.

For more information or to file a housing complaint, call the Virginia Fair Housing office at 804-367-8530 or toll-free at 888-551-3247. For the hearing impaired, call 804-367-9753.

EMAIL: fairhousing@dpor.virginia.gov WEBSITE: dpor.virginia.gov/fairhousing

NEWS/CALENDAR/REAL ESTATE

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CALENDAR, from page 13

Trivia

What: Trivia night When: Tuesday, Jan. 18; 7 to 9 p.m.

Where: The Winery at Sunshine Ridge Farm, 15850 Sunshine Ridge Lane, Gainesville

Wednesday, Jan. 19 Abused/neglected children

What: Advocate for an abused/ neglected child in community When: Wednesday, Jan. 19; noon to 1 p.m.

Where: Virtual Registration and information: 703330-8145 or email info@casacis.org

Thursday, Jan. 20 Book club

What: Mystery book club When: Thursday, Jan. 20; noon to 1 p.m.

Where: Virtual Cost: Free Info: Members will discuss “The Alienist” by Caleb Carr; new members welcome; no registration To join: email pamela.lovera@ fauquiercounty.gov or call 540-4228500, ext. 2

Live music

What: Featuring Britton James When: Thursday, Jan. 20; 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Where: Death Ridge Brewery, 5393 Higher Ground Trail, Jeffersonton

Games

What: Game night at Old Bust Head

Experience Old Town Warrenton’s new board chair looks to foster cooperation

Brewing Company When: Thursday, Jan. 20; 3 p.m.

Where: Old Bust Head Brewing Company, 7134 Lineweaver Road, Warrenton

OLD TOWN, from page 7 He is quick to emphasize that his tenure as chairman will be about fostering a community conversation about which of those “experiences” is working, what isn’t and what creative ideas might make Old Town a place that draws new residents and visitors alike.

With the public’s help, he wants to focus on “reassessing what programs make sense in a post-pandemic world — and what doesn’t,” he said. The pandemic has provided an opportunity to think out of the box and be creative, he said, with lasting positive consequences.

He especially praised the town government’s creativity during the pandemic, with previously unimaginable ideas like using parking spaces for outdoor dining proving to be widely popular. That in turn made the pandemic a net positive for many businesses downtown.

“Warrenton is a very different place than it was five years ago,” he said; “The town is now much more open to creative ideas to draw visitors and retain businesses. It’s just a well-managed town at this point.”

Even during the height of the pandemic, his bed-and-breakfast was fully booked almost every weekend, a testament to what he says is a combination of good management and

Friday, Jan. 21 Theater

What: Fauquier Community Theatre presents “Shoah” When: Jan. 21 to Feb. 6; Fridays and Saturdays; 7:30 p.m.; Sundays, 2 p.m.

Where: Fauquier Community Theatre, 4225 Aiken Drive, Warrenton Cost: $16 to $18 Info: 540-349-8760 or fctstage.org

Food pairing

What: Tapas and cider pairing When: Friday, Jan. 21; 5:30 and 7:30 p.m.

Where: Ciao Bella Celebrations Venue, 18 Ashby St., Warrenton Cost: $65 Tickets: www.eventbrite. com/e/tapas-and-cider-pairingtickets-222588607517

Live music

What: Featuring Chris Cassaday When: Friday, Jan. 21; 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Where: Death Ridge Brewery, 5393 Higher Ground Trail, Jeffersonton

Live music

What: Featuring Cory Campbell When: Saturday, Jan. 21; 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Where: Lost Barrel Brewing, 36138 John Mosby Highway, Middleburg

Anne Talks

Real Eѕtate

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Anne C. Hall

Associate Broker, CRS, GRI, SRES

Long & Foѕter, Realtors

How to share your thoughts Experience Old Town Warrenton is soliciting comments from the community — visitors, business owners and local residents — about how best to make Old Town Warrenton a thriving place in a post-pandemic world. What do you love? What could be left behind?

Submit comments to experience@ oldtownwarrenton.org.

Old Town’s enduring charm.

McAuliff emphasized repeatedly that his goal is to foster a close relationship with the town government to form a sustainable model for post-pandemic vitality. Even as the town looks to expand its boundaries — discussions are ongoing among town and county officials to add 2.7 square miles to town limits — the historic downtown area will continue to attract visitors, business and the subsequent tax revenue the town government relies on.

For his part, Warrenton Mayor Carter Nevill said that McAuliff “will bring a great sense of cooperation” to the relationship between the nonprofit and the town government, noting McAuliff’s involvement on town committees. “Our goals are shared goals, and we’re stronger together,” said Nevill.

Reach Coy Ferrell at cferrell@ fauquier.com

492 Blackwell Rd. Warrenton, VA 20168

540-341-3538

These property transfers, filed Dec. 29, 2021-Jan. 4, 2022 were provided by Clerk of the Court of 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: $4,000,000 in Lee District Cedar Run District Beverlee Karen Drucker to David H. Nguyen, 0.9896 acre at 9140 Meetze Road nr. Warrenton. $397,500 RFI WC LC to NVR Inc., 0.5867 acre in Warrenton Chase Phase 2, Warrenton. $232,000 Cary A. Rodrigues to Garrett Broady, 9274 Prospect Avenue, Catlett. $368,000 Christopher Lee Vannoy to Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Transportation, Lot 4 on Rogues Road for State Highway Project. $42,200 Jacob David Tracy to Megan Buesseler, 5 acres at 14046 Blackwell’s Mill Road, Goldvein. $590,000

59.9581 acres off Marsh Road; and 3.0983 acre at 10685 Old Marsh Road, Bealeton. $4,000,000 Quarles Petroleum Inc. to Niki Riverside LP, 0.8021 acre on Marsh road and Catlett Road in Bealeton. $2,487,850.47 Larry L. Nolen to Larry E. Sims, 8.9006 acres on U.S. 17, Cool Springs Estate. $145,000 Patricia A. Wines to Marleny S. Aguilar Aguilar, 0.5410 acre at 6644 Forbes Place East, Bealeton. $344,500 Federal National Mortgage Assn. to Julio C. Andrade Chavez, 2.4198 acres at 14160 Warrenton Road, Goldvein. $406,000 John L. Owens to Mercedes Arely Dionicio, 0.5634 acre at 6552 Schoolhouse Road, Bealeton.

Lee District $359,000 Rushmark White Marsh LLC to Simba White Marsh LLC, 117.2647 Anthony E. Doores to Vilma C. acres at 10751 Marsh Road; Mendoza, 6804 Crescent Place, 16.8213 acres on Marsh Road; Bealeton. $398,900

Mintbrook Developers LLC to NVR at 3279 Brady Court, Warrenton.

Inc., 0.2649 acre on Clarke Street, $864,201.25 Bealeton. $126,200 Ashley T. Martin to Sean M. Doherty, 5.2616 acres at 5753 Center District Georgetown Road, Broad Run. Horner Street Associates Inc. to Fauquier Habitat for Humanity Inc., $675,000 0.0008 acre on Horner Street and Marshall District 0.7374 acre at 35 Horner Street, 17/66 LLC to Parkway Crossing Warrenton. $650,000 LLC, 12.0153 acres off Whiting Beatrice Jean Gillen to Kimberly Road, Marshall. $2,616,975 Ristedt, 33 S. Chestnut Street, Warrenton. $258,000 Hill Crest Associates LC to Margaret Ann Dewhirst, 153.0948 Robert S. Burns Tr. to Jeremy acres on Delaplane Grade Road.

Jens, Unit 79 at 214 Onyx Way, Warrenton. $446,521 $1,615,950 Scott District Zuna Real Estate LLC to Merlin Cross, 5 acres at 5118 Timber Lane nr. Warrenton. $675,000 Paul W. Rice to Chad B. Frederick, 1.3798acres at 6773 Riley Road, Warrenton. $365,000 Fenton Chase Builders LLC to Angelo J. Giamusso, 0.9361 acre

Nicholas Succop to Robert Theron Jones Jr., 0.3488 acre at 4019 Rectortown Road and 0.2219 acre off Rectortown Road, Marshall. $549,998 Michale A. Sponaugle to James Phillip Baltimore IV, 81.36208 acres at 12018 Deerfield Lane, Amissville. $1,000,000

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OBITUARIES

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OBITUARIES Mary Rebecca Green

Antoin Lewis

Mary Rebecca Green, 81, of Warrenton, VA, passed January 1, 2022.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, January 12, 2022, 12:00 pm, at Shiloh Baptist Church, 15055 Stevensburg Road, Brandy Station, VA, 22714.

Online condolences can be given at www.joynesfuneralhome.com

Antoin Lewis, 36, of Warrenton, VA, passed January 4, 2022.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, January 15, 2022, 11:00 am, at Faith Christian Church, 6472 Duhollow Road, Warrenton, VA, 20187.

Online condolences can be given at www.joynesfuneralhome.com

WILLIAM FREDERICK WOODBURY, JR William F. Woodbury, 81, better known as Bill, passed away on January 6, 2022 in Catlett, Virginia after a brief but difficult battle with ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis), also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease.

At the time of his passing Bill was resting peacefully at his home, Winfall Farm, with his wife, Hally, by his side.

Born in Brooklyn, NY, May 28, 1940, Bill grew up in Valley Stream, Long Island. Bill attended Sewanhaka High School where he studied engineering, was a member of the student council, the Purple Quill and participated in varsity track, lacrosse and football. After high school Bill attended the University of Maryland on a lacrosse scholarship then transferred to Adelphi University where he joined the varsity lacrosse team and was an American All Star lacrosse team member.

Following his graduation from Adelphi, Bill joined the U.S. Department of the Navy as a Naval Air Systems Command Cost Analyst and helped develop their first computer systems. During Bill’s 35-year career he attended MIT as a Department of Defense Fellow and was responsible for analyzing costs for state-of-the-art Navy and Marine Corps aircraft.

Beyond his federal career, Bill had many interests. As a highly decorated high school and collegiate lacrosse player, Bill carried his love for the game to Virginia where he coached teams in both Fairfax and Fauquier counties. Known locally in Fauquier County as “The Father of Lacrosse”, Bill coached the Fauquier Lacrosse Club ultimately leading to its establishment as an official high school varsity sports program.

In addition to lacrosse, Bill was an avid racing fan dating back to his early teens where he joined his father, Bill Sr. to form the Woodbury Racing Team. They raced AC Bristol sports cars and Taraschi and Lotus formula cars on road course tracks throughout the Northeast, earning their share of silver trophies.

In his late 50’s, Bill went weekly short track racing with a NASCAR late Model Stock Car in Manassas, VA. From race cars to horses, Bill was also a member of the Casanova Hunt for many years where he accompanied Hally on many fox hunts, trail rides, hunt dances and similar social events.

Owning and operating Winfall Farm, Bill raised cattle for 30 plus years, grew tens of thousands bales of hay for himself and for many local ranchers and horse owners, and learned to operate and repair nearly all types of farm machinery. He was famous for turning the discarded machinery of others into operable equipment. For that matter, be it for the farm, the home or the car/truck, if it needed fixing or building, Bill was your man. Anything his wife, daughter, grandchildren or friends dreamed he would build. Notwithstanding his many interests, Bill always had time for family, friends and neighbors in the community. Bill always enjoyed a quiet game of cards with friends and family. He generally won, never flaunting, Bill was always a humble winner, easily sharing card strategy advice to anyone interested to learn. He played tennis at Chestnut Forks and thoroughly enjoyed acing his opponents in tennis and sharing how to hit his superior kick serve.

Bill’s willingness to share his time and advice extended far beyond card playing and tennis. Bill was well versed in many subjects and always happy to talk and share ideas. Perhaps one of his more endearing qualities, though sometimes frustrating [in a loving way], was that it was sometimes said if you asked Bill the time, he would tell you how to build a watch. For that matter, he might just build you the watch. For a man that could build anything and willing to give himself as he did, that was one of his many endearing qualities.

Bill is survived by his wife Hally Woodbury, daughter Alex Kelly-Maartens, her husband Philip and granddaughters Halliday and Pippa. His sister Patricia Woodbury and his nephew Ian Woodbury reside in Tucson, AZ. Happy Trails Bill.

Until we meet again, keep smiling until then.

In lieu of flowers please donate to the Heartland Hospice Warrenton Branch located at 493 Blackwell Road, Suite 319, Warrenton, VA 20186 540-349-3970.

A private reception for Bill will take place in the spring of 2022.

Online condolences can be made at:moserfuneralhome.com

Robert “Bob” Thomas Clark Robert “Bob” Thomas Clark, age 68, a resident of Warrenton, VA passed away peacefully with his family at his side on December 26, 2021.

He proudly served as a Government contractor for over 35 years at the State Department.

He was survived by his wife of 37 years, Darlene Clark; a son, Brian Clark and his wife Lisa of Westford, MA; a sister, Sue Hales of Antioch, IL; a brother, Wayne Clark and his wife Cindy of Lecanto, FL; and two grandchildren, Lindsay and Emily Clark.

A private service was held at Bright View Cemetery, Warrenton VA officiated by family friend Reverend Phillip Cozzi.

Online condolences may be expressed at www. moserfuneralhome.com.

Barbara Sanders Booth Kauffman Barbara Sanders Booth Kauffman, 92, of Harrisonburg, VA, passed away peacefully on January 5th, 2022 at the Bickford Assisted Living and Memory Care facility of Chesterfield, in Midlothian, VA. Born Barbara Mae Sanders, March 24th, 1929, to father William Wallace Sanders, Sr. and mother Edith Mae Sanders.

The family lived in Warrenton where she graduated from Warrenton High School. She attended Woman’s College, now known as The University of North Carolina at Greensboro, graduating in 1950 with a major in Music (her beloved college roommate, Ailene Scarce of Florida, survives her).

She is predeceased by her brother, William Wallace Sanders, Jr. Barbara married Carlson “Jack” Booth of Warrenton in 1950, and they lived in Harrisonburg. They raised four children: Wallace “Wally” Booth, Brenda Booth Lowry, Edith Jane Booth, and Betty Booth Coyne.

She was active in the music department of Asbury United Methodist Church for many years, serving as the Organist and Choir Director during the 1960’s and ‘70’s, and served in various other church capacities as well. She gave private piano and organ lessons, was a member of the Harrisonburg Women’s Garden Club, Fort Harrison (Daniel Harrison House) Foundation in Dayton, and was a master bridge player and gardener. She enjoyed sharing her love of music with everyone, playing for various retirement homes over the years, for Whitesel Music, as well as for the Rockingham County Fair and functions throughout Harrisonburg, Rockingham County, and the Smith Mountain Lake area. She owned and operated “Old Favorites Sing-A-Long”, Inc. In October 1999, Barbara married Robert Louis Kauffman, of Smith Mountain Lake, VA. They were married for 19 years, living many of them at their home at Waters Edge at Smith Mountain Lake, and later at Sunnyside Retirement Village in Harrisonburg. Bob predeceased Barbara in 2018. Bob’s family joins her own in mourning her passing.

Barbara is survived by her four children and their families: Wally and fiancé Phyllis (Mercedez) White of Port Republic, Brenda and Mike Lowry of Midlothian, Edith Jane of Wilmington, NC, Betty and Jon Coyne of Sunderland, MA, and a very special nephew William Wallace “Billy” Sanders, III (and wife Kim) of Warrenton. She will forever be remembered as “More Mom” by her six grand-children and eight greatgrandchildren.

The family wishes to send a special thanks to Caregiver Jackie Studwood of the Bickford Assisted Living and Memory Care facility of Chesterfield. Her professional level of care went well above the call of duty.

There will be a private family burial at the Woodbine Cemetery in Harrisonburg, where she will be laid to rest next to her beloved Bob. A Celebration of Life event for her will be held at a later date in the spring.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made in memory of Barbara to: Asbury United Methodist Church, Music Department (For Barbara), 205 South Main Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801 Other correspondence can be mailed to: E. Jane Booth, 7809 Chip Shot Way, Wilmington, NC 28412, Or email Jane at jbb0613@gmail.com

OBITUARIES

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OBITUARIES Charles E. Kidwell, Sr. Charles Edgar Kidwell, Sr., 91 of Warrenton, VA passed away on Jan. 10, 2021 at White Springs Senior Living, Warrenton.

He was born on Sept. 26, 1930 at Rectortown, VA a son of the late Charles Theodore Kidwell and Meta Frances Kirkpatrick Kidwell.

Mr. Kidwell served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict.

He was employed for many years at the former Sanders Quarry in Warrenton as an Asphalt Superintendent and then worked as a truck driver. He was very active in Masonic organizations including Mt. Carmel Lodge #133, Haymarket Chapter #123 Order of the Eastern Star and the Kena Shrine.

He is survived by his wife, Susan Kidwell; his children, Dianne Hamilton, Deborah (Danny) Goodman, Charles (Ginger) Kidwell, David (Kathie) Kidwell, Karen (John) Mutchler and Franklin (Mack) Yarboro; four half-sisters, one half-brother; eight grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren, and one great great grandson; several nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends on Thursday, Jan. 13 from 6-8 PM at Moser Funeral Home, Warrenton where a Masonic service will begin at 7:30 PM. A funeral service will be held on Friday, Jan. 14 at 10:00 AM at Moser Funeral Home with interment following at Marshall Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Philadelphia Shriner’s Hospital or Oakdale Church at Vint Hill.

Online condolences may be made at www.moserfuneralhome. com.

Shirley Louise Soule November 30, 1936-December 9, 2021 Shirley Louise (Rabens) Soule, 85, of Warrenton, VA passed away peacefully at her home on December 9, 2021. She was born November 30, 1936, in Charleston, South Carolina.

Preceded in death by her husband, John (Jack) Whitman Soule; father, John Henry Louis Rabens, Sr.; her mother, Louise Campbell Rabens; and her sister, Linda Rabens Mizzell. mShirley is survived by her two sons, Jeffrey (Jeff) Whitman Soule and his wife, Lyn Ellen Good-Soule, and John (Doug) Douglas Soule. Jeff and Doug lovingly cared for their mother in her home with the assistance of Denise Leatherhand (Daycare person) and Heartland Hospice, especially her nurse, Jackie and her medical aide, Deborah. She is also survived by her sister, Joan Rabens Walker and her husband, Howard; and her brother, John Henry Rabens, Jr. and his wife, Becky; and her brother-inlaw, Bobby Mizzell.

Shirley dearly loved her grandchildren, Misty Soule (Jon Hayes); Christina Hughes and her husband, Drew; and especially Ian Soule (Dana Espinosa), who lived with her while growing up.

Her great-grandchildren, June Eloise Hughes and Jovie Leanna Hughes, brought her many smiles and such joy. Her family had just recently grown with Jeff and Lyn’s marriage and gave her step-grandchildren, RJ Good and his wife, Margaret; and Bekah Good, who came to care for Shirley deeply.

Shirley spent her years as a stay-at-home Mom until her boys were teenagers. Then she worked as a church secretary at Centreville Baptist Church, worked at Peebles Department store, and she retired after working as an Administrative Secretary for the Federal Government at the Command Center in Vint Hill, Virginia.

Her sweet and sassy Southern ways will be missed. She loved gatherings of family, friends, and food that she didn’t have to cook! She loved animals and especially missed her dog, Jazzy.

She loved to go on cruises with her sisters; it didn’t matter the destination. She missed her beloved Charleston, where she grew up, and loved having her toes in the sand at the beach. She enjoyed crossword puzzles, word searches, and reading mystery novels. When relaxing, she could be found watching NCIS (any of them) and Criminal Minds. While she hasn’t been able to attend church for a while her faith was strong, and she was a member of Warrenton Baptist Church. She left us with several beautiful, hand-written quotes in her bible, one of which Christina found- “When Christians die, real life begins.” This and so many more wonderful things will be how we all should remember Shirley Louise Soule.

A family gathering will be held on Friday, January 14, 2022, at 12:00 PM at Moser Funeral Home, 233 Broadview Avenue, Warrenton, VA. A procession will take place at 1:00 PM for interment next to her husband at Culpeper National Cemetery, Culpeper, Virginia.

Online condolences may be expressed at www. moserfuneralhome.com.

James K. Rill It is with great sadness to announce that James K. Rill passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, January 1, 2022, at the age of 80. He was a McCaskey High School graduate, received his BS from Penn State University in Electrical Engineering, and taught computer science at PSU, IUP, and UVA. He received his calling and then earned his Master of Divinity in 1976 serving as a Lutheran minister for 14 congregations in Virginia and Pennsylvania. He was pursuing his doctorate up until his death.

He loved all aspects of his service but delivering the children’s sermons was his favorite.

Jim was predeceased by parents, Elmer K. Rill and Ruth Bealler Rill. He is survived by his younger brothers, Ronald, and David.

He is also survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Tere Schaller Rill, and their three children/spouses: Hans Rill (Heather), Chris Rill (Heather) and Katy Bazerque (Joe), 6 grandchildren/spouses: Jay (Annie), Zeffen (Kait), Brielle, Skyler, Kendall and Griffen and 3 great-grandchildren: Logan, Rowan, and Shay. Jim and Tere also hosted eleven exchange students whom Jim loved as his own “Rill” Family. Jim liked to brag that he officiated the weddings of his children, 2 of his grandchildren and a few of his exchange students.

Jim is no doubt with God in Heaven playing ball with the other loves of his life; his dogs, Mandie, Millie, Dutch and Muffin. You may still be able to hear him cheering for Penn State football from the heavens above!

A Celebration of Life will occur later in 2022.

In lieu of flowers, the family is asking to consider a donation in memory of Pastor Jim for the St. John’s Childhood Center in Millheim, Pa which he helped found and was one of his proudest accomplishments.

Send donations to 101 Mill Street, Millheim, PA 16854. (814) 349-5349.

Please visit Jim’s Memorial Page at www.TheGroffs.com

Anne J. Moore Mrs. Anne J. Moore, 83, of Waynesboro passed away on January 6, 2022 at Fishersville, VA. Mrs. Moore was born in Fauquier County, Virginia on June 22, 1938 and lived there her entire life until moving to Waynesboro with her late husband, Donald E. Moore, following her retirement in 1993.

Mrs. Moore was a graduate of the old Warrenton High School, Warrenton, Virginia, class of 1956, and held an Associates Degree in Secretarial Science from the old Richmond Professional Institute, now Virginia Commonwealth University.

She worked for the Fauquier County School Board for two years from 1958-60 and then worked for the Central Intelligence Agency for 33 years, retiring in 1993. She received many commendations, promotions and exceptional performance awards during her career.

Mrs. Moore was a member of the Eastern Star, serving as state head, Worthy Grand Matron, of that organization in 1988-89. She also served as President of the Board of the Eastern Star Home for four years and as Chair of the Jurisprudence Committee for several years as well as other committees.

She was a member of the Board of the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank Network, serving as the first female Chair of the Board from 2003-2005.

Mrs. Moore was a member of First Baptist Church, Waynesboro, and served as a Deacon, Chair, Personnel, Chair, Flower Committee, and Chair of the Stewardship Committee.

She was a member and Past President of the Wenonah Garden Club, Past President of the Academy of Gardeners Garden Club and a member and committee chair of several committees of the Waynesboro Augusta Woman’s Club.

She was named as Waynesboro’s Outstanding Woman for 2014.

She was preceded in death by her sister, Alice J. Boley, of Bealeton, Va. She is survived by her most beloved niece, Mrs. Susan B.. Martin, of Bealeton, her nephews Robert, Mark and Neil Boley, great nieces and nephews, a cousin, Thelma Robson and extended family members.

A memorial service will be held on Thursday, January 13, 2022 at 10:00 AM at First Baptist Church, Waynesboro, conducted by Pastor Barrett Owen.

Burial will follow at 2:00 PM at the Culpeper National Cemetery with her late husband, Donald. Eastern Star honors will be presented at the church following the funeral service. Contributions may be made to the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank, First Baptist Church Benevolence Fund, or the charity of choice.

McDow Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.

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Louie Ray Walker Louie Ray Walker of Warrenton, 85, passed away on Sunday January 2nd, 2022 at Prince William Medical Center.

He is survived by his wife, Shirley Walker of Warrenton and two sons: Dennis of Warrenton (Valerie) and Steve of Richmond (Colette, grandson Evan, and granddaughter Sydney). He is also survived by four sisters, Vera Somerville of Mitchells, Vivian Colvin of Richmond, Irva Southard of Culpeper, and Ellen Graves of Locust Dale.

Louie retired after 20+ years working for Safeway stores. In his retirement he enjoyed running Hideaway Crafts with Shirley for many years, mowing, horse racing, and rescuing (and spoiling) Pomeranians.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the American Cancer Society in Louie’s honor.

Preddy Funeral Home of Orange is assisting family.

Jocelyn Frederick Brown Jocelyn Frederick Brown, 87, of Woodbridge VA, died peacefully on Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at Lorien’s of Taneytown, MD. Born November 3, 1934 in New York, she was the daughter of the late Chester and Ruth (Paterson) Frederick.

She was the wife of the late CSM Robert Allen Brown. He passed in 2007.

Jocelyn was Head of Logistics at Fort Belvoir in Fairfax County, VA, where she worked for 25 years. She enjoyed cooking, entertaining, gardening, reading, knitting, playing mah jong and pinochle, and hanging with her grandchildren.

She volunteered at the Woodbridge Library, and was a member of the “Dye and Fry Club”, a group of like-minded women.

Surviving are her five children, Robin Martin (Kent) of Cleveland, SC, Robert Brown (Debra) of Abingdon, MD, Jeffrey Brown (Sherry) of Medina, OH, Stephen Brown (Susan) of Cockeysville, MD, and James Brown (Lauren) of Ashburn, VA; siblings, Priscilla Frederick Shuba (Louis) of Gettysburg, PA, Nancy Frederick Sacchitella of Honeoye Falls, NY, and Chester Frederick, Jr. (Constance) of Charlotte Hall, MD; 16 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Internment at Arlington National Cemetery will take place at a later time.

Memorial contributions in Jocelyn’s name may be made to The Sandbox at Madeline’s Place, 10700 FM1660, Hutto, TX 78634 https:// thesandboxatmadelinesplace.org.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www. myersdurborawfh.com.

Mason Lee McCarty Mason Lee McCarty, age 75, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, December 27, 2021.

Mason was born on July 27, 1946 in Winchester, Virginia, to Thomas Miles and Dorothy (Smallwood) McCarty. Mason started work at age 15 for Paul Mellon until he was drafted into the United States Army in 1966 where he served his country during the Vietnam War. In 1968, he returned home to Upperville, Virginia and went to work for Gulf in Reston, Virginia.

He married Mary Elizabeth Palmer on December 18, 1971.

In 1979, he went to work for Morgan Oil Company in Marshall, Virginia where he started out delivering oil and later became an Installation and Service Technician. He worked for Morgan Oil Company for 32 years until his retirement in 2011.

Mason was a hard worker and was dedicated to providing for his family. He never had idle hands and he was always working or doing something.

He loved to joke and laugh with everyone. He enjoyed going to flea markets, collecting coins, fishing, painting, working in the yard, taking drives, and listening to Johnny Cash. He was a friend to many and he will be greatly missed.

He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Mary; daughter, Lesley; son, Phillip; three grandsons, Caleb, Cody, and Ayden; one granddaughter, Cheyenne; and three great grandchildren, Emmilyn, Oliver, and Astrid.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to American Legion Post 295, 111 The Plains Road, Middleburg, Virginia 20117.

For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. John 3:16

David Lee Brundage, 55, of Bealeton died December 25,2021 at his home.

He was born in Bull Run, Va to the late Elmer Brundage Sr. and Gertrude Wright Brundage.

He is survived by brothers Elmer Brundage Jr, William Lee Brundage, James Alan Brundage, Roy James Brundage, and Robert Douglas Brundage.

In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by a sister Gertrude Brundage.

The family will receive friends from 4 to 6pm on Tuesday, January 11, 2022 at Moser Funeral Home, 233 Broadview Avenue, Warrenton, VA, 20186, where a funeral will take place Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at 2pm.

Interment will follow at Remington Cemetery, Cemetery Road, Remington, VA. 22734.

Online condolences may be given at www.moserfuneralhome. com

William J. Pfamatter William J. Pfamatter, age 75, a resident of Remington, VA passed away in Broadway, VA with his family on January 8, 2022.

He was a Heavy Equipment Operator for many years. William honorably served in the U.S. Navy during Vietnam.

He is predeceased by his parents, Edward and Gladys Pfamatter; his brothers, Richard , Edward James, Jr. and John Pfamatter; a son-in-law, Buck Frymier.

Survived by his wife, Janice Pfamatter of Remington, VA; two daughters, Christina Day and her husband, Kevin of Culpeper, VA and Crystal Frymier of Culpeper, VA and his son, Brian Pfamatter and his wife Ashley of Broadway, VA; nine grandchildren, Timothy Haynes, Ashley Mullins and her husband, Denny, Brianne Hatcher, Brandon Hatcher, Emily, Joseph Curtis, Ethan WInce-Pfamatter, Tristan Pfamatter and Aubree Pfamatter and three greatgrandchildren.

A visitation will be Wednesday, January 12, 2022 from 6-8pm at Moser Funeral Home Warrenton, VA. A Graveside will be Thursday, January 13, 2022 at 1:00pm at Midland Cemetery, MIdland, VA. Arrangements by Moser Funeral Home, 233 Broadview Avenue, Warrenton, VA, 20186 Online condolences can be made at:moserfuneralhome.com

Sally McClanahan Strother Sally McClanahan Strother, 86 of Marshall, VA passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 3, 2022 at her home.

She was born on Nov. 17, 1935 in Fauquier County, VA a daughter of the late Clifton L. McClanahan and Sally Caton McClanahan. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, James M. Strother; an infant daughter, Sharon Strother and her daughter, Patricia Landon Czarda.

Mrs. Strother worked for N. S. A. and later at the Fauquier County Commissioner of the Revenue Office.

Later she worked as a legal assistant for various lawyers.

She is survived by her daughter, Jill S. (Jim) Mitchell; her grandchildren, Jimmy (Lisa) Czarda, Cliff (Paula) Czarda, Stephen Czarda, Josh Czarda, Charlie Mitchell and Samantha Mitchell; and great grandchildren, Emma, Penny and Autumn Czarda, Trevor, Samuel and Alexavier Boykin.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, Jan. 8, 2022 at 3:00 PM at Moser Funeral Home. Interment will be private at Warrenton Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association or to the American Cancer Society. Online condolences may be made at www.moserfuneralhome.com.

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OBITUARIES Glen Kines Herbert Glendenin (Glen) Kines, 100, of Hume Virginia passed away on Monday, January 10, 2022 at Valley Health Hospital, Front Royal, Virginia.

Glen was born on October 26, 1921, the son of James William and Orra Virginia Pearson Kines. Glen was born in and lived in the same house in Hume. He attended Hume School and at age 20 served in World War II. He was a member of Hume Baptist Church and worked on Edgeworth Farm in Orlean for over 40 years.

Glen enjoyed attending Virginia Fox Hunter Association events and loved his hounds and following the Old Dominion Hunt. Until his death he enjoyed his cows, mowing and plowing snow. He was so proud of his farm and family.

He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Pauline Barb Kines, the love of his life; his nephew, Carlin Mills of Amissville and niece, Phyllis Grogg of Hume and many great nephews and nieces.

He was preceded in death by sisters: Annie K. O’Bannon, Claudia K. Putnam, Pauline K. Poe and brother William J. Kines.

Services will be graveside at Leeds Cemetery on Thursday, January 13th at 2:00 pm. Memorial gifts can be sent to Hume Baptist Church, PO Box 7, Hume, VA or Orlean Fire Department, Orlean, VA Online condolences may be made at www.moserfuneralhome. com.

Anne Barnett Merrill Hazel The Memorial Service for Anne Alexander Barnett Merrill Hazel scheduled for January 15, 2022 has been postponed due to the pandemic.

A new date for the memorial service and interment will be established at a later date. www.moserfuneralhome.com

Francis Lerone Jones Francis Lerone Jones, 70 of Remington, VA passed away on Jan. 1, 2022 at his home.

He was born on April 11, 1951 A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, Jan. 15 at 3:00 PM at Moser Funeral Home, Warrenton.

Online condolences may be made at www.moserfuneralhome.com.

Places of Worship Grace Episcopal Church • 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 Baptist Anglican Church

IN LIEU OF FLOWERS We’ve all seen the words “in lieu of flowers” when reading a funeral notice or obituary. What does it mean? In the past, people sent funeral or sympathy flowers to express their condolences.

These days, more and more people opt for something more meaningful and long-lasting when remembering their loved ones. “In lieu of flowers” means instead of flowers or in place of flowers. Following that phrase, there are further instructions, such as donating to a specific charitable organization, museum, or hospice facility, or even helping cover funeral expenses. It’s proper funeral etiquette to follow the deceased’s family’s wishes. Flowers are still acceptable as long as the family has been informed the other request has been followed.

MOSER FUNERAL HOME has served Fauquier County and the surrounding areas since 1836. We are proud of our heritage of service to the community. As funeral service has changed since our founding, our company has endeavored to meet these changing needs. Our spacious facility with ample parking offers two chapels, family rooms, parlors, and an on-site crematory. To learn more about our services, please call (540) 347-3431.

Please stop by our tastefully appointed facility at 233 Broadview Ave., Warrenton, and be sure to ask about our BRIGHT VIEW CEMETERY, located just outside of Warrenton.

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CL A SSIFIEDS ADVERTISING DEADLINES: Business Directory: Thursday at noon, All other Classified ads: Monday at 3 p.m.

To place your ad, Call: 540-351-1664, Toll Free: 888-351-1660, Fax: 540-349-8676, Email: classifieds@fauquier.com Rentals — Apartments

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New Baltimore, close to 29, 1BR efficiency pvt ent, gardening area. $900/mo + elec, refs & credit ck, no pets/ smkg. 540-878-1122 Warrenton, mtn side 1BR, pvt ent, w/d, $1325/mo, plus utils. no smkg/pets. Dep & refs. 540-222-5228

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Large unique home Orlean 2BR, on 60 acs, beautiful views.

Utils included. $2000/mo 540-229-9328 WARRENTON: Auburn Mill Est. 5BR, 2.5B A, 2 CAR GAR. 3 Ac. $2000/mo w/deposit.

540-788-9516

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Warrenton, convenient to shops, $600/mo. inclds utils. Kit & laundry privgs. Female that can help with child care earns rent reduction.

540-878-6594

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6000 sf Office Building. on 1 acre, Lineweaver Business Park, Warrenton VA. Kit, reception area, lg conference Rm, Server Rm, Lg Production Rm. JARAL, LLC, Rob Rose 540-270-4250

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45 RPM records. (Lots of 50) .50-1.00 ea. Comics $2 + ea. Snoopy mdse. Beanies, 571-344-4300 Baseball cards many complete sets, not old but excellent condition 571-344-4300 Baseball research national pastime journals, BB history, (app 12 books) 571-344-4300 Beatles memorabilia picture B&W (60’s), alb u m s , 4 5 ’ s , m a g a z i n e s , 571-344-4300 Blotters, local and international, approx. 300.

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571-344-4300 Blotters, local and international, approx. 300.

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571-344-4300 Elvis collage 26x33 wood frame one of a kind - poster, album, cards 571-344-4300 Olympic magazines./ programs, Olympic m d s e ( 1 9 8 0 ) 571-344-4300

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Elvis memorabilia, Yankee memorabilia, Celtics merch. Hot wheels/ Matchbox cars 571-344-4300 World tour books - Eagles, P Collins, N Diamond, McCartney, Cal Ripkin magazines 571-344-4300

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2 cemetery plots, Catlett Cemetery. Call for price. 304-703-1495

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Farm Equipment

2015 Mahindra Tractor,1538L Cab Tractor w/loader w/ bucket 300/hrs, barely used.Attachments sold separately: 2015 KPFSS - Skid Steer; Pallet Fork, $900; 2015 HDR-6-MRED, 6´ Landscape Rake, $600; 6´ Blade, $500; Bushog, $500; Hay Wagon $2k. Asking $28k. (540) 272- 6524

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45 RPM record collection original 50’s, 60’s app 2500 various prices 571-344-4300.

Free moving boxes!

Come pick them up!

Call Michelle 817-675-3270 JFK, Sinatra books/ magazines, M Jordan championship mini BB (set of 7) COA 571-344-4300 J. Gibbs 1991 football card as coach, racing book both autographed 571-344-4300.

Man on the moon 7/69 magazine,books records (album, 45’s) 571-344-4300 Mysteries of Mind, Space & Time, The Unexplained Vol. 1-26, published 1992. Hard cover & in excellent condition. $175. Call 540-270-0599 if interested.

Raisinettes Tony the Tiger key chains Peanuts uncut card sets Redskins yearbooks game day books 571-344-4300 Ringling Bros programs 1971-2005 castaways wreck bar shaker cans 1 9 7 0 ’ s ( 5 ) 571-344-4300 SI magazines also swimsuit issues 1970present M Jackson mag (3), 78 RPM records 571-344-4300 WE HAVE END ROLLS!!

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You have children that like art?? Moving?? $5 per roll. Call 540-347-4222

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seasoned hdwd, $235/ cord + del. over 15 mls from Nokesville.

703-577-1979 FIREWOOD FOR SALE Tree and Lawn work for hire.

571-454-7173 TREE REMOVAL & CLEAN UP Firewood sale.

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3 piece living room/rec room furniture - Sofa, LoveSeat & Recliner, light green, very good cond $250. 540 351 6095 5pc BR set, Sorrento Chris Madden Collection. dresser, mirror, 2-nightstands, chest.

571-344-4300 Smith Corona blue portable typewriter.

Sterling model with c a s e . Ve r y g o o d cond. 571-344-4300

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Brian´s Tree Service.

LICENSED, INSURED, FREE ESTIMATES. Tree removal, trimming, deadwooding, stump removal, lot clearing.

Senior discounts 540-937-4742 or 540-222-5606 G R AV E L : A L L PROJECTS. Topsoil; fill dirt; mulch. No job too small.540-8254150; 540-219-7200

Hagan Build & Design. Specializing in basements but we do it all!

540-522-1056.

Free estimates, licensed and insured.

FALL CLEANUP; FENCE REPA I R S ; L AW N CARE; TREE & STUMP REMOVAL; SCRAP R E M O VA L ; SMALL ENGINE REPAIRS. CALL KURT JENKINS, HONEST AND RELIABLE. 540-717-2614 SNOW REMOVAL TOO!!

JBS Excavation & Clearing, Free estimates, tree removal, horse arena, d r i v e w a y s & landscaping. No job too big or too small.

703-582-0439 Miller´s Tree Servic, complete tree service. Renoval, mulching, storm damage, bucket truck, firewood.

540-222-2089 North´s Custom Masonry. Retaining walls, stone work, patios, repoint ing brick, chimneys, driveways.

540-533-8092 North´s Tree Service & Landscaping. Complete tree service. All phases of landscaping.

540-533-8092

NUTTERS PAINTING & SERVICES Call Erik 540-522-3289

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Addison´s Building & Remodeling. Additions, basements, b a t h r o o m s , sundecks, repairs. Licensed Insured.

540-244-2869

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605 Automobiles - Domestic 2006 black Jaquar, fully loaded, sunroof, excel cond. 52K mls. $6K, OBO. 540-229-1362

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FOOD PANTRY 2nd & 4th Sundays

3124 Beulah Rd, at Beulah Baptist Church, Markham VA will have a food pantry on 1:30pm-3pm Please contact Cecelia Williams at 540.364.2428. Church number 540.364.2626.

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Town of Warrenton Refuse Schedule For Martin Luther King Holiday “MARTIN LUTHER KING HOLIDAY WEEKEND” Jan. 17th

MONDAY 1/17/22 HOLIDAY – NO REFUSE COLLECTION TUESDAY 1/18/22 Double Refuse– (Monday & Tuesday’s Refuse Collection) WEDNESDAY 1/19/22 Recycling collections (Newspapers, CardboardBags) THURSDAY 1/20/22 Regular Refuse Collection FRIDAY 1/21/22 Regular Refuse Collection

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ELDER CARE

Qualified individual, Amissville.

Respond to: fo4545@verizon.net with references, contact info.

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE FAUQUIER COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION

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MASTER CARPENTER

Min. 15 years exp. Trim/Finish Carpentry. Our Custom Home Builder needs a person with experience in high end carpentry/finishes. Candidate must be a self starter, have their own transportation. Jobs are in Warrenton, Culpeper, Amissville VA area. Call (540) 935-2903 or email hr@ adamsconstructiongroup.net

JANUARY 20, 2022 The Fauquier County Planning Commission will hold a work session beginning at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, January 20, 2022 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 20, 2022 in the Warren Green Building, First Floor Meeting Room, 10 Hotel Street, Warrenton, Virginia:

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1. ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT AMENDMENT – TEXT-21-016489 – A Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment to Articles 3, 5 and 15 to permit an Abattoir in conjunction with a Livestock Exchange. (Amy Rogers, Staff)

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2. SPECIAL EXCEPTION – SPEX-21-016435 – RICHMOND AMERICAN HOMES OF VIRGINIA, INC. (OWNER)/FOX MEADOWS INVESTMENT CO., LLC (APPLICANT) – FOXHAVEN PHASE II – An application for a Category 23 Special Exception to allow for the construction of a roadway within the 100-year floodplain. The property is located near the intersection of Catlett Road and Schoolhouse Road, Lee District. (PIN 6889-54-9297-000) (Kara Krantz, Staff) 3. SPECIAL EXCEPTION – SPEX-21-016496 – CEDAR RUN FARM, LLC (OWNER)/LEE NISSLEY (APPLICANT) – NISSLEY PROPERTY – An application for a Category 23 Special Exception to authorize previously placed fill dirt within the 100-year floodplain. The properties are located at 9566 Elk Run Road, Cedar Run District. (PIN 7921-96-1014-000, 7921-77-6349-000, 7931-16-3448-000 and 7921-77-7537-000) (Kara Krantz, Staff) 4. REZONING – REZN-21-016328 – DANIEL BAXTER HANNAH, JR., BRIAN KEITH LONG, KEVIN LYNN LONG, WILLIAM THOMAS LONG, TINA DAWN SALYERS, CHARLES KENNETH JAMERSON & JOAN ELIZABETH JAMERSON (OWNERS)/SCHOOLHOUSE ROAD, LLC (APPLICANT) – BOWEN’S RUN ESTATES – An application to rezone approximately 8.07 acres of Industrial Park (I-1) with Proffers and 8.74 acres of Residential: 1 Dwelling Unit/Acre (R-1) to Residential: 1 Dwelling Unit/Acre (R-1) with Proffers. The properties are located at 6531 Schoolhouse Road, Lee District. (PIN 6899-03-8054-000, 6899-02-8719-000 and 6899-02-8338-000) (Adam Shellenberger, Staff) 5. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT – COMA-21-016092 – ALWINGTON FARM DEVELOPERS, L.L.C. & VAN METRE COMMUNITIES, L.L.C. (APPLICANTS) – ARRINGTON – An application to add approximately 27.9 acres to the Warrenton Service District, changing the land use from Rural to Open Space/Park. The property is located along James Madison Highway south of Alwington Boulevard, Marshall District.

(PIN 6983-44-5875-000) (Adam Shellenberger, Staff) The application materials can be found on the Land Development Online Portal at: https://commdevpay.fauquiercounty.gov/Energov_Prod/SelfService#/home.

Approximately one week prior to the public hearing, staff reports for all items will be available online at: http://agenda.fauquiercounty.gov/. To arrange a time to review files in person, please contact the Department of Community Development’s Planning Office at (540) 422-8210, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Members of the public who would like to provide comments at a regular public meeting of the Planning Commission are encouraged to do so remotely in keeping with the County’s efforts to mitigate the spread of the Coronavirus and protect the health, safety and welfare of the community. Advance written comments may be mailed to Ms. Meredith Meixner, Planning Associate II, Fauquier County Department of Community Development, 10 Hotel Street, Suite 305, Warrenton, Virginia 20186 or emailed to meredith.meixner@ fauquiercounty.gov. The meeting may be viewed on Fauquier County Government Channel 23 and can be livestreamed at http://fauquier-va.granicus.com/ ViewPublisher.php?view_id=1.

Limited seating will be available to those desiring to speak during a scheduled public hearing. Citizens wishing to appear in person should arrive prior to the start time of the meeting. Upon arrival at the Warren Green Building, you will be receive additional direction. No face covering is required if fully vaccinated. All non-vaccinated citizens are asked to wear facial coverings and abide by other Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines. Comments will be limited to three minutes.

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 Ms. Meredith Meixner, Planning Associate II, at (540) 422-8210.

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Public Notices PUBLIC NOTICE: VA-019 Fresta Spire Tower, LLC is proposing to construct a 197-ft, monopole tower at 6438 Wilson Road, Marshall, Fauquier County, VA. Public comments regarding the potential effects from this site on historic properties may be submitted within 30-days from the date of this publication to: David Akerblom - 5320 West 23rd Street, Suite 270, St. Louis Park, MN 55416, culturalresources@ novagroupgbc.com or 475-345-7806

Flint Hill, Virginia Part Time: 25-30 hours/week Mon-Fri 8am – 12 noon (hours are somewhat flexible) $15 - $18/hour Send resume and cover letter to RappCats@iCloud.com Essential Qualifications: Must love cats and share our passionate commitment to feline welfare and a clean, no infection/outbreak shelter Must have the ability to work companionably harmoniously with volunteers, fosters, adopters, donors, the community, and the Board of Directors Valid driver’s license and dependable vehicle Must be able to pass a background check Physical requirement to receive and stack shelter supplies such as food and litter bags, daily bending and lifting Ability to work flexibly and independently The RappCats Shelter Assistant will arrive each weekday morning to feed & water all the cats at the shelter. Daily monitoring of each cat’s health & behavior, administering medications as needed, cleaning of food and water bowls, litter boxes, intake cages, cat toys, and cat rooms comprises 90% of the assistant’s responsibilities. Weekly deep cleaning involves scrubbing walls, litter boxes, vacuuming, mopping, disinfecting, etc. Feline food prep and written care updates for volunteers is essential for the smooth running of the shelter. Other responsibilities include maintaining accurate logs/files and basic computer skills using the shelter software, transporting cats to and from veterinary facilities, receiving cats from the public, meeting potential adoptees, running errands, purchasing/receiving/maintaining inventory and cleaning supplies, and assisting the Shelter Director as needed.

Legal Notices

NOTICE Seeking applicants for the Board of Equalization Notice is hereby given that the 20th Judicial Circuit Court of Virginia will make appointments to serve on the Fauquier County Board of Equalization (BOE) for the general reassessment effective January 1, 2022. The BOE shall be composed of five members who are residents of Fauquier County, a majority of whom shall also be freeholders, and whom shall be selected by a majority vote of the five Circuit Court Judges. At least thirty percent (30%) of the appointees shall be either commercial or residential real estate appraisers, other real estate professionals, builders, developers or legal or financial professionals. In order to be eligible for appointment, each member shall attend and participate in the basic course of instruction given by the Department of Taxation under Code of Virginia § 58.1-206.

Any persons desiring to apply for the BOE appointments shall, no later than 4:00 p.m. on Friday, February 4, 2022, file in writing their résumé: Attention Chief Judge Fleming, Fauquier County Circuit Court, c/o Ms. Alejandra Rueda, Chief of Staff, 29 Ashby Street, First Floor, Warrenton, Virginia 20186 or email sent to: alejandra.rueda@loudoun. gov.

The Court will contact those persons submitting résumés for an interview at a later time, if necessary. Questions regarding the time commitment required of BOE appointees and the stipend paid for their service may be directed to the Fauquier County Reassessment Office at (540) 422-8880.

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Employment US SENATE SERGEANT AT ARMS Washington, DC Full-time Human Resources NATURE OF WORK This is professional work providing full-cycle recruiting for vacancies throughout the Senate Sergeant at Arms. Work includes sourcing, vetting, screening, recommending and onboarding candidates for positions with the Sergeant at Arms in all areas (including cybersecurity, information technology, cloud -based development, IT integration, protocol, security, intelligence, business operations, marketing, accounting, acquisitions, contract management, EAP, human resources). Work is performed under the general direction of the Placement Manager.

EXAMPLES OF WORK (This list is not absolute or restrictive, but indicates approximate duties and responsibilities which may be redefined pursuant to operational needs.)

Manages approximately 30 open requisitions on a continuing basis.

Creates, executes, and manages a comprehensive strategy to diversify our talent pipeline across the organization.

Builds strategic alliances across the organization to provide subject matter expertise.

Develops and implements innovative talent practices integrating inclusivity and diversity as well as streamlining and automating processes.

Creates and supports innovative approaches to onboarding and the retention of the team.

Partners with key stakeholders to determine gaps and future talent needs and develop hiring strategies that align with our strategic plan and values.

Partners with the SAA’s compensation administrator to ensure roles and responsibilities are properly documented for current positions.

Collaborates with hiring managers to ensure compliance with SAA policy and applicable employment laws, to include the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA) and other laws covered by the Congressional Accountability Act Reviews interview questions, participates on interview panels, and makes recommendations for the selection of applicants and promotion of employees; coaches and counsels hiring managers.

Conducts interviewing & hiring training to supervisors and managers; conducts SAA N ew Hire Orientation.

Provides attrition and other workforce data to senior leadership.

Provides supplemental support to the Placement Office regarding Senate-wide recruitment, as necessary PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT Work is performed in an office environment and is essentially sedentary, with occasional walking, standing, bending, safely carrying items less than 25 pounds such as a laptop, books, papers, files, etc., and may require extended periods of computer use.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Work requires a Bachelor’s Degree in human resources management or a related field, and at least eight years of progressively responsible professional recruiting experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the following knowledge, abilities and skills: Knowledge of modern human resources management principles, practices and procedures.

Experience and skill in recruiting a diverse workforce in multiple disciplines.

Many of our open positions are IT and Cybersecurity so experience recruiting in those fields is desired.

Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures and equipment, including computers, spreadsheets, databases, relevant software/Web applications, and social media platforms that can be leveraged to build an effective recruiting strategy.

Current knowledge and understanding of employment laws, industry trends, and recruiting practices across multiple fields; ability to learn the Senate’s legal employment obligations under the Congressional Accountability Act and various employment laws.

Ability to establish and maintain guidelines and procedures for effective human resources support programs.

Commitment to maintaining confidentiality in all matters.

Exceptional cultural competence and an evolved understanding of the manner in which diversity, equity, and inclusion values influence best-in-class talent practices.

Experience working with a diverse workforce.

Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Superior attention to detail and accuracy in work.

Ability to collaborate and provide strategic input to senior leadership and the ability to influence others at all levels of the business.

Experience managing talent acquisition management systems LICENSES, CERTIFICATION AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS None Link to Apply: https://sen.gov/9PLY

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WESTON COMPANY GAINESVILLE, VA CDL Class B backup driver needed P/T for steel fabricator near Gainesville, VA. Must have valid class B CDL, medical certificate, copy of driving record and knowledge of DC Metro area. References required.

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Customer Service Representative Metro Tile Manassas, VA $14 to $17 Hourly Full-Time Benefits: 401k, dental, medical Job Description We are seeking a Customer Service Representative to join our team! You will be responsible for helping customers by providing product and service information and resolving technical issues.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Build & schedule homes for installation Enter service calls and coordinate repair dates Monthly closing of all open repairs Assist field supers Schedule job finishes Ensure on order material is received and scheduled QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: Have earned a minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent.

Be able to multi-task and prioritize the duties required.

Exhibit effective oral and written communication skills.

Possess excellent time management skills Have the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment If you’re looking for a company where you’re part of a family Metro Tile is the place to be.

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FIREFIGHTER/MEDIC Warrenton Training Center Fire Department Warrenton, VA Full-time Emergency Med Tech / Paramedics

The Warrenton Training Center is seeking experienced firefighters/medics.

Qualified candidates will be expected to combat, control, and extinguish fires, and must be able to perform rescue and salvage operations. Candidates must be able to administer medical aid and assist with containment of hazardous material spills.

Competitive candidates must be US citizens, at least 21 years of age, and will be required to successfully complete a thorough and extensive background investigation.

Firefighters work 24-hour shifts resulting in a 72-hour work week. Firefighters are expected to work overtime when needed and to be on-call during off duty hours in the event of an emergency. Salary Range: Starting at $80,000/annual.

Candidates must have: 5 years’ experience as an active member of an organized Fire/EMS Department Valid Motor Driver’s License Certifications in: Firefighter Professional Level I and II (NPFA 1001); Emergency Vehicle Operations Course and Driver Orientation (NFPA 1002) EMT-Intermediate minimum requirement, Paramedic strongly preferred. All out of state EMS certifications will be required to obtain reciprocity through Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services upon hire.

Hazardous Materials Operations Level Certification (NFPA 472), Technician Level preferred Basic Pump Operator – DPO preferred Knowledge of building construction, firefighting equipment various means of combating fires, and medic experience.

Computer skills and strong interpersonal skills All fire/technical rescue certifications must be PRO Board or IFSAC recognized Please include copies of certifications with resume and mail to the following address or email address. Any applicant that does not include copies of certifications will not be considered. brian.d.johnson116.civ@mail.mil or The Warrenton Training Center PO Box 700, Warrenton, VA 20188 ATTN: WTC/Personnel

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Employment EXPERIENCED PAINTER

with quality references wanted by custom painting company in its 30th year. Client locations typically in Fauquier Co. Great projects, clients, & working conditions. Int/Ext. Safety, flexibility, motivation, integrity & pride are expected. Must have reliable transportation with valid driver’s license and the ability to pass a background check & drug screening. E-mail ppijobs6870@gmail.com with interest.

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS FOR THE FOLLOWING FULL AND PART-TIME POSITIONS Warehouse Associates – must be willing to learn to do multiple jobs in the warehouse. Must be able to pull inventory accurately and safely, and help load and unload trucks.

Delivery Truck Driver – responsible for delivering orders to customers. Must be able to load and unload trucks accurately and safely, and help in the warehouse when necessary. This position requires heavy lifting on a daily basis. No CDL is required, but you must provide a current DMV record when applying.

Customer Service Associates – positions available for qualified, dependable individuals to work with an established retail operation. Previous retail experience and merchandising is a plus. Must have good computer, organizational, and customer service skills. Knowledge in areas of farming, agriculture, animal care, and gardening a plus.

CDL Drivers – positions available for individuals to make deliveries, as well as help in various departments as needed.

Candidates must present current DMV driving record and valid driver’s license when applying.

Management and Sales Manager Trainees – positions available for candidates in the management trainee program. Qualified candidates will train to fill positions in retail store management and field sales. Agricultural background and education helpful along with retail experience. Excellent opportunity to grow with established organization.

Store hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and Saturday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. All full-time positions offer health and dental insurance, 401k, vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay.

Apply in person to any of these CFC locations: 15172 Brandy Road, Culpeper 143 Washington, St., Warrenton 12375 Harpers Run Rd., Bealeton 8222 East Main St., Marshall Or send resume to: employment@cfcfarmhome.com No phone calls.

Engineering/Environmental Planner Fauquier County Department of Community Development Warrenton Fauquier County is currently seeking to fill an Engineering/ Environmental Planner position. This position within the Zoning and Development Services Division of the Department of Community Development will assist in administering the Bonding and Street Acceptance Programs as well as assist senior staff in the day-to-day operations of the Department by providing technical assistance to staff, property owners, applicants and the general public. Examples of work may include: bond estimate review, bond reductions and releases, bond inspections, street inspections; review of single-family home agreement in-lieu of a plan applications, reviewing plans and permits for compliance with the County Ordinances; providing information to the public on Ordinance requirements; assisting in preparation of reports and graphics; inspecting properties for compliance with approved plans; and assisting in inspecting, documenting and resolving complaints.

Preferred applicants should have any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with course work in civil engineering, environmental sciences or related field and some land development review, planning, zoning and construction design. Successful applicant will possess a basic understanding of the land development process; the ability to research and organize facts and present them in a simple and clear form; the ability to communicate clearly in writing and orally; and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.

Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Please direct specific position-related questions to Amy Rogers, Chief of Zoning and Development Services at 540-422-8200 or email amy.rogers@fauquiercounty.gov.

Submit your online application, resume, and cover letter today!

For assistance with the online application call the Human Resources Department at 540-422-8300.

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Competitive Pay & Great Benefits; Employer paid ins, 401K Matching.

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Administrative Assistant Warrenton, VA commercial real estate firm has an immediate FT opening for an admin assistant. Detail oriented, ability to multi-task, and MS Office knowledge a must. Industry related training will be provided.

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Flagger Traffic Plan seeks Flaggers to set up and control traffic around construction sites. A valid drivers license is a must, good pay, & benefits.

If interested please fill out an application at 7855 Progress Court Suite 103 Gainesville, VA on Wednesdays from 9am to 12pm or online at www.trafficplan.com

Full Time Employment

Warehouse Associate CFC Farm & Home Center Morrisville Full-time position with benefits available. Looking for a person willing to learn to do multiple jobs. Must be able to pull inventory, and help load and unload trucks accurately and safely. Heavy lifting on a daily basis.

Must be able to pass drug screening.

Must be able to work Saturday.

Apply in person: 12375 Harpers Run Road, Bealeton. No phone calls.

Estate Manager/ Personal Assistant

Immediate FT opportunity in The Plains for an experienced, poised selfstarter. Must be able to multi task w/ high attention to detail and identify possible issues before they arise.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to multiple property management, vendor management, oversee staff, payroll, A/P (Quickbooks), schedule travel, calendar & email management. Competitive salary & benefits.

Send resume and salary requirements to: bwfresumes@ gmail.com

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Agricultural Field Specialist

Job Duties: Provide compliant, cost-effective land-base management and value-added environmental services which include: land sourcing and permitting; technical support for operational compliance and product use; regulatory monitoring and reporting. We offer great benefits, and 401K match! If interested, contact Wayne at 804-205-2348 or apply at synagro.com.

Full Time Employment

NEWSPAPER CARRIER ROUTE AVAILABLE One day a week on Wednesday. Must have a valid drivers license.

For more information email: Nancy Keyser at: nkeyser@fauquier.com

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IMMEDIATE OPENING RETAIL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSOCIATE Position assists store management by providing excellent customer service, recordkeeping of daily cash register receipts and bank deposits, setting store associate work schedules, overseeing payroll entries, assuring store deliveries are scheduled and follow-through completed to customer satisfaction, assist at point-of-sale register and with other office duties as needed. In the absence of store manager, assumes certain management responsibilities to include opening or closing the store and ensuring all associates are productive and completing daily tasks.

Position is full-time with benefits to include health, dental, and vision insurance, 401k, and PTO. Qualified individuals should have 1-2 years retail experience, preferably with some experience in a supervisory role. Must have strong organizational skills, with emphasis on accuracy and attention to detail.

Avoid long commutes and have Sundays off! Come to work for an established retail business, with opportunity to grow into management role. Apply in person preferred or submit resume to employment@cfcfarmhome.com.

CFC FARM & HOME CENTER 143 WASHINGTON STREET WARRENTON, VA

Full time to recover and charge commercial AC Units up to 30 tons.

Must be fully vaccinated and able to pass a background check Have a CFC license for 5 tons and over.

Salary $42.92 per hour.

Send resume to: dharrigan@hdmechanical.net

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