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Superintendent’s budget proposes raises for teachers, staff $7 million plan would boost pay 3 to 15 percent By Karen Chaffraix Times Staff Writer

Fauquier County schools Superintendent David Jeck proposed a $149.6 million fiscal year 2020 budget Tuesday that would cut make some cuts to staff and departments to fund raises aimed at making teacher salaries more competitive with neighboring counties next school year.

“Fauquier County must move toward 100-percent compensation in all steps and scales in order to attract and retain highly-qualified instructional positions in our market,” Jeck said. Citing an expected bump in education funding included in Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam’s proposed budget, Jeck said the time to focus on pay compression in the teaching ranks is now. “Equity and inclusion have been our focus for the last three years, but right now we have an emergency on our hands. This year, our focus had to deal with the [pay] compression

issue,” Jeck said. Last year, Fauquier County saw 2 percent of its teachers retire and about 10 percent leave for other jobs, mostly in better-paying neighboring school divisions. “This is not sustainable,” Jeck said. What’s more, within a decade, the county will be dealing with enrollment growth, Jeck added. Given projections, six schools will be near or at capacity: Miller, Pierce, Greenville and Ritchie elementary schools; Taylor Middle School and Liberty High School.

Jeck’s budget dedicates $7 million toward rectifying wage compression, which he would pay for by making about $2.9 million in cuts combined with expected additional revenue, about $4.9 million of which would be requested from Fauquier County. Jeck’s proposal aims to bring teacher salaries into a 93- to 100-percent range of markets competing with Fauquier, which he defined as Albemarle, Culpeper, Frederick, Loudoun, Prince William, Spotsylvania, Stafford and Warren counties. See SCHOOL BUDGET, Page 4

New plan for middle schools? Fauquier leaders propose closing Taylor Middle, renovating, expanding Warrenton, Cedar Lee By James Ivancic Times Staff Writer

Fauquier officials are discussing a new plan for the county’s aging middle schools that would expand and renovate Warrenton and Cedar Lee middle schools while closing Taylor Middle and using it as something other than a public school. The new proposal, discussed publicly for the first time Feb. 14, was hashed out in recent months by members of both the Fauquier County Board of Supervisors and School Board, according to members of both boards. The school board will hold a special meeting next week to discuss the proposal. The meeting will take place at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 27, in the school board office at 320 Hospital Drive. It could provide a lower-cost option than the school division’s original plan, which was to consolidate Warrenton and Taylor middle schools in a See MIDDLE SCHOOLS, Page 4 INSIDE Business.............................................11 Classified............................................34 Communities......................................28 Faith...................................................26

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Remembering a favorite coach Former baseball players seek to honor the late Sam Deane By Robin Earl

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A proposal to honor a beloved late youth baseball coach with an honorary plaque at Upperville Community Park has sparked a discussion among Fauquier County Parks and Recreation Board members about how to facilitate such a request. A small delegation former youth baseball players – now all men in their

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50s and 60s -- attended the board’s Feb. 6 meeting to talk about a beloved former coach who touched their lives 40 or more years ago: Sam Deane. The group said they played in Fauquier Youth Baseball League’s Midget, Pee Wee and Pony divisions during the 1960s and ’70s. The men said Deane brought black and white players together, often gave the boys rides to and from practice and worked tirelessly to

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maintain the field so they could play – often at his own expense. “I played for Sam Deane, and my father was his assistant coach. He brought families together… there was some strife in the schools at that time, but not on the field,” said Gene Tibbs, 56. “Some players were black, some white. It didn’t matter.” Sam Deane’s son, Mark Deane, also talked about players of all backgrounds brought together on the baseball diamond. “It was the one place that we went where it didn’t matter what color you were,” he said. “We were just together.” See COACH, Page 7

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Loudoun’s top prosecutor Warrenton mulls next steps to become Fauquier judge after economic manager quits Jim Plowman to replace retiring Judge Jeffrey Parker By Jill Palermo

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Fauquier County will soon have another new Circuit Court judge: Loudoun County Commonwealth’s Attorney Jim Plowman. The Virginia state Senate elected Plowman, 51, to a circuit court judgeship in the 20th Judicial Circuit on Thursday, Feb. 14. The House of Delegates previously voted on his appointment in January. Loudoun County The 20th Judicial Circuit includes Commonwealth’s Loudoun, Fauquier and Rappahannock Attorney Jim Plowman counties. Plowman will take over the gavel Nov. 1 from Judge Jeffrey Parker, who recently announced his retirement. Plowman has served as Loudoun County’s top prosecutor since 2004. Plowman worked as an assistant commonwealth’s attorney in Fairfax County before running for Loudoun’s top prosecutor’s job in 2003. Parker announced his retirement in January. Parker is leaving his seat with five years on his term. The General Assembly’s vote comes just weeks after lawmakers voted to elect Fauquier Commonwealth’s Attorney Jim Fisher to the 20th Judicial Circuit judgeship that had been left open for the past two years. Fisher was Plowman’s former chief deputy commonwealth’s attorney before Fisher was elected to the top prosecutor’s job in Fauquier County. Fisher will begin his judgeship July 1. Plowman’s term begins Nov. 1. Election for commonwealth’s attorney positions across the state will be held Nov. 5. Reach Jill Palermo at jpalermo@fauquier.com

By James Ivancic Times Staff Writer

The Warrenton Town Council will consider how to best to move its economic development efforts forward after Thomas G. Wisemiller resigned last week, Mayor Carter Nevill said Friday. Wisemiller, the town’s economic development manager, officially left the post Thursday, Feb. 14, after 18 months on the job. The role of the office is to “strengthen the town of Warrenton’s economic base through business development and tourism promotion,” according to a description on the town’s website. In Nevill’s view “benchmarks were not met” by Wisemiller. In part, the mayor said he believes “proper direction was not given to him” when he was initially hired. “What you should hope for is that an economic manager will give you a clear path forward. Are there places in the current zoning ordinances that keep away businesses and keep us from being more economically vibrant?” said

the mayor. “I think we need someone to show us and help lead ... to identify obstacles and deliver to us solutions.” The economic manager should also be helping existing businesses improve be more successful, he said. The town needs an “idea person” in that position, Nevill said. A call placed to Wisemiller’s cellphone for comment on Friday wasn’t returned. Last April, Wisemiller wrote and delivered to town council an economic development strategy plan. It included a recommendation for a digital marketing and branding effort; a single point of contact on town staff for new business ventures; drawing in a “destination restaurants as well as brewers, vintners, coffee roasters and bakers;” and conducting an audit of empty buildings in Warrenton. Nevill said it will be up to council to decide future funding of the economic development office. Going forward, “I think council will seriously reflect on how we apply budget funds,” Nevill said. “How we apply those funds to get

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Tom Wisemiller, Warrenton’s economic development director, resigned Thursday, Feb. 14. the best results will be the decision we’ll make.” “We need to be clearer on what’s expected” in hiring the next economic development manager, the mayor added. Wisemiller came to Warrenton in July 2017 after serving as senior economic developer for Greenville, North Carolina for 12 years. His focus there was on longrange land use planning, historic preservation and downtown revitalization, according to a biography on the town of Warrenton’s webpage. He has a master’s degree in regional planning from Cornell University. Reach James Ivancic at jivancic@fauquier.com.

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$7 million plan would boost pay 3 to 15 percent SCHOOL BUDGET, from Page 4 A study the school commissioned from the Virginia Association of School Superintendent’s recommended hitting the 90-percent mark on neighboring staff salaries. Under his proposal, teachers with a master’s degree and 30 years of experience would see a 15-percent salary increase, raising their pay from the current $54,404 to $62,542. At the lower end of the pay scale, a teacher with a bachelor’s degree beginning at “step 2” would earn 3 percent more: $45,475 a year rather than the current $43,870. The total cost of revising teacher compensation would be about $6.1 million, Jeck said. Psychologist, therapist and social worker salaries would be adjusted to equal about 90 percent of salaries paid in the surrounding market. Nurses would move to the scale of salaries paid to those with a bachelor’s degree.

Instructional assistants would see a 2-percent increase, while salaries paid to principals and assistant principals would rise by 2 percent. Those adjustments come at a cost of $881,000, contributing to a grand total for salary increases of about $7 million.

Proposed cuts

And where will this money come from? Jeck proposed itemized savings from a variety of cost-cutting measures. “About $2.9 million will come out of our budget,” Jeck said. Another portion will come from “breakage,” referring to the amount saved when a highly-paid teacher retires and is replaced by a lower-salaried one. Minimum class sizes would also rise under Jeck’s plan. High schools may see up to three more students per class, while middle school class sizes would rise by five students, Jeck said. Jeck would also cut eight teaching positions “with minimal impact to

class size,” he said. “It will happen through attrition,” he added. “Most of those are already covered by announced retirements.” Additionally, there would be a partial hiring freeze, administrative reductions, program restructuring and more cost-sharing of health-insurance costs, with employees paying about $20 a month more in premiums. The plan also factors in about $400,000 from the school division’s new energy-savings contract. Jeck also listed non-traditional benefits to be implemented for staff, including access to a 55-day family sick-leave bank; 13 paid days off without restriction for type of leave; a loyalty bonus and other perks.

The numbers

“Local government is the largest investor for public education in Fauquier County,” according to Jeck’s budget presentation. Fauquier County taxpayers are expected to contribute 63 percent of the school division budget or about $94.2 million.

The state is expected to contribute 32 percent, about $48.5 million while the federal government covers about 3 percent, at $4.3 million. About 2 percent or $2.5 million was attributed to “other” sources. School board members called the proposal “aggressive” and thanked Jeck for heeding requests that came out of their November retreat. “It looks like you heard everything we said,” School Board Vice Chair Donna Grove (Cedar Run) told Jeck at the presentation’s conclusion. “I just want to compliment you on all the items you identified where we could pare down,” School Board member Duke Bland (Marshall). Jeck’s slide presentation is available on the Fauquier County Schools website. The school board will further discuss the proposed budget at its Feb. 27 meeting, which will be held at 7 p.m. in the Falcon Room at Fauquier High School. Reach Karen Chaffraix at kchaffraix@fauquier.com.

Fauquier leaders propose closing Taylor Middle, renovating, expanding Warrenton, Cedar Lee MIDDLE SCHOOLS, from page 1 new building on the Taylor Middle School campus. Renovating and expanding Cedar Lee, built in 1973, and Warrenton Middle, built in 1934, is estimated to cost about $40 million. The school board had discussed spending up to $55 million on a new consolidated school. The supervisors balked at the high-

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Board still needs to approve the plan before the board of supervisors designates the funds to move forward.

Behind-the-scene talks

Supervisor Chris Granger, whose Center District includes both Warrenton and Taylor middle schools, explained the option during a supervisors’ budget work session Thursday, Feb. 14. School Board member Brian Gorg, who also represents the Center District, said he has been involved in the behind-the-scenes talks with Granger over the past several months to find a solution to the impasse over building a new middle school versus renovating or expanding existing ones. Expanding Cedar Lee Middle School was an option considered about five years ago. The school currently has 605 students, according to the school’s web page. Moving more students there would reduce the student population at Warrenton Middle and reassign some residential areas to cut down on travel time. Warrenton Middle would be renovated as well as expanded. “This would result in a middle school project acceptable to this board and put students affected closer to where they live,” Granger said. Other supervisors indicated support for the idea. Board of supervisors Chairman Chris Butler (Lee) said it is “critical” that the county’s office of management and budget determine the cost of the project before moving forward. The supervisors set aside $33 million in the capital improvements project budget for expansion/renovation of the county’s middle schools “I’m thinking we can bring the budget numbers to you pretty quickly,” responded County Administrator Paul McCulla. Supervisor Rick Gerhardt (Cedar Run) wondered how the school board felt about the proposal. Granger said a couple of school board members worked on the idea. Gorg said he supported the concept and believes “the [school] board would favor the plan that’s a compromise.”

Gorg was present at the supervisors’ work session along with Fauquier County Schools Superintendent David Jeck. Gorg told reporters he was surprised the matter came up but said it served to “move the discussion forward.” Granger said he hopes the school board indicates whether it supports the idea by the time the two board meet Thursday, March 14, to discuss the new budget. Gorg called expansion of Cedar Lee the “linchpin” to the proposal. Design work and a student capacity study would still have to be done. Permits would need to be acquired. Ideally, work would start just after the school year ends to get more of the construction done during the summer of 2020, he said. Cedar Lee could need an auxiliary gym and an expanded cafeteria or at least more lunch periods in order to handle more students. Construction work could take 18 months. Cedar Lee Middle School is on Marsh Road near Liberty High School. It was built in 1973 and got two additions in 1998. Another 150 students could attend the school after the expansion. Taylor Middle was built in 1951, originally as Fauquier County’s first high school for black students. If it ceases to operate as a school, activities currently offered next door at the Warrenton Community Center could move there, supervisors said. The school division operates a Head Start program and has administrative offices there. The county parks and recreation department has an office there as well. There are also rentable spaces, including a meeting room, multipurpose room and playground. The community center and the land it occupies total 10 acres, which could be sold, thereby providing some income to defray the construction costs for Warrenton Middle and Cedar Lee middle schools. Reach James Ivancic at jivancic@fauquier.com.

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Debate continues on upgrades for deadly intersection Remington Town Council pulls support for Freeman’s Ford improvements By James Ivancic Times Staff Writer

Fauquier County Supervisors Chairman Chris Butler says he’ll hold another community meeting soon to discuss a $7 million plan to improve the intersection at Freeman’s Ford Road and U.S. 15/29 – the scene of three fatal accidents since 2016. The fate of the project was thrown into question earlier this month when the Remington Town Council withdrew its support for the planned changes, which include removing stop lights on U.S. 15/29 that have been the scene of numerous rear-end crashes. The project would the lights with restricted crossings requiring U-turns. Public criticism prompted the Remington council to drop their support Feb. 4. Though the intersection lies outside the Remington town limits, the Virginia Department of Transportation sought the council’s support last May. At the time, the council signed off on the plan. The project’s chances improved in January when VDOT staff recommended it for funding. The Commonwealth Transportation Board will make a final decision in June. Butler (Lee) represents the Remington area. He said he is disappointed with town council’s decision. “I would not have even considered” the proposed project if the opposition had surfaced earlier, Butler said. He noted the project was the subject of two community meetings in Remington last year at which questions from the “handful” of residents were answered. “That’s when the town and county decided to proceed,” the supervisor said.

Opposition to ‘R-cuts’

Meanwhile, Remington Town Council members say they’re not sure how to make the intersection safer but note residents don’t like the idea of a restricted intersection, which is sometimes called an “R-cut.” “I don’t know the answer for what to do,” town councilman Stanley Heaney Sr. said Feb. 12. Under the proposal, the only turns allowed at the Freemans Ford

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A proposal to remove the traffic signal at Freemans Ford Road and Route 29 in favor of a restricted crossing with U-turns outside Remington town limits recently sparked public concern even though the plan had been discussed at two community meetings. Remington Town Council withdrew its support for the proposal that Fauquier County sought funding to build. Road and U.S. 29/15 crossing would be right turns from U.S. 15/29 onto Freemans Ford Road and left turns from U.S. 15/29 onto Freemans Ford Road “channeled” through a new concrete median. No traffic on Freemans Ford Road would be allowed to make left turns onto U.S. 29/15. Instead, vehicles would have to make right turns and then use U-turn breaks in the median of U.S. 29/15 to travel in the opposite direction. The plan would add deceleration lanes at U-turns on the north and south sides of the intersection. New concrete islands would be added on Freemans Ford Road approaching the intersection to prevent left turns or through movements. The existing park-and-ride lot near the intersection would be expanded to accommodate another 70 vehicles, and the access to it would be moved 150 feet. “The public seems to be concerned about farmers trying to crossover -- moving pigs and cattle over that new length of road,” said Heaney. Heaney was one of six town councilmembers who voted Feb. 4

to withdraw support for the project. Council member Devada Allison Jr. was absent. Susan Tiffany, another Remington Town Council member, said residents are concerned about how slow-moving vehicles would manage the turn lane, and about how drivers leaving town could get out onto U.S. 29 without a light to stop traffic.

VDOT: Design improves safety

Butler said he would have liked to have had another community meeting on the intersection before the town council voted to withdraw their support. He said no one in town government contacted him about the project before the vote. Removing the stop light and adding restricted crossings would slow down traffic without bringing it to a stop, as the traffic light does. The change is meant to ease congestion and enhance safety. “I’m not an engineer but that’s what VDOT said,” Butler explained. Creating a long turn lane leading to a U-turn has worked in Culpeper County to decrease the accident rate, the supervisor said.

“They have proven to work. Otherwise this would not have been recommended for funding,” said D. Mark Nesbit, resident engineer for VDOT in Warrenton. “We feel this would have addressed the issues there” in Remington, including rear-end collisions, he added. The design is used around the country but is uncommon in Virginia. Besides the one south of Culpeper on U.S. 29, VDOT has two other R-cut projects planned elsewhere. “It seems counterintuitive – turning right and making a U-turn to go left,” Nesbit acknowledged. Another VDOT proposal for a restricted intersection near the intersection of U.S. 29 and Vint Hill Road was met with pushback from businesses and others, including the Fauquier County school division, which did not want its buses to have to make U-turns. VDOT is now working on an alternative plan for the Vint Hill-area intersection that involves cutting the height of two hills that hide what’s ahead. Reach James Ivancic@fauquier. com.

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Senator Jill H. Vogel February Legislative Update We have made it beyond crossover in the General Assembly. It marks the halfway point of session and at midnight, each chamber must have completed work on its own legislation or the bills die. This session 2,423 measures have been introduced so far, with 479 passed in the Senate and 602 passed in the House. Several high-profile measures dominated the early part of session. The first was tax conformity. The Sunday before crossover our Senate Finance Committee voted to give Virginians a $1 billion tax cut and return money due Virginians as a result of the Trump tax cuts. Those cuts reduced federal taxes and eliminated deductions, which affect how filers compute state taxes. With no change in Virginia’s law to conform to the federal cuts, the Commonwealth would net a $1 billion windfall in tax collections. So began the fight. Not surprisingly, some wanted to keep the money for the Commonwealth and spend it, amounting to a massive tax increase and unwarranted expansion of state government. Others of us worked to pass a bill that returns the money, increasing state standard deductions by 50% to $4,500 for single filers/$9,000 for couples; providing a $110 tax rebate for individuals/ $220 for couples this year and creating a lockbox for additional surplus tax revenue to be kept for tax relief. The bill also adds money for broadband and teacher pay increases. A second measure that drew attention was a bill to allow abortion up to and during childbirth. It shocked the conscience of the whole country as calls poured in from people who could not grasp that legislators in Virginia could propose any measure that would kill a full-term baby during delivery. We killed those bills, but little did we know that this was just the beginning of the national attention. A number of my bills passed the Senate, including sex trafficking prevention; school transportation safety protocol; extension of port economic development fund; residential property disclosure; expansion of workers’ compensation for firefighters; clergy reporting of abuse/neglect; and health insurance coverage for autism, which all passed unanimously. The most wrenching testimony came on my bill to require clergy to report child abuse/neglect. The bill had unanimous support from the faith community, with testimony and letters from churches, synagogues and faith organizations urging passage. Churches explained they that have already adopted policies to protect children and report abuse/neglect and they strongly oppose current law that would allow abusers to hide behind the church. It was impossible not to be affected by the testimony of families who shared stories of terrible abuse that could have been prevented had the first abuse been disclosed. The Senate passed my state board of elections reorganization bill and my bill to allow associations to create health benefit plans, a result of the federal government offering states some flexibility to give greater choice at lower cost. Our neighboring states have taken advantage of some of these options, but Virginia has not. My bill will allow organizations and associations to pool together to offer lower cost group plans to their members or employees. Other legislation followed closely in my district was the I-81 tolling legislation. The I-81 bill was revised to remove tolling and now creates the I-81 Corridor Improvement Fund, a reserve for capital improvements and maintenance costs, but leaves funding for further study. Thank you to everyone who has done so much to support our work this session. Please contact our office any time that you have questions or concerns. I can be reached during the General Assembly session at 804-698-7527 or by email at district27@senate.virginia.gov.

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Peters won’t run for Fauquier commonwealth’s attorney Decision leaves only one candidate for open seat By James Ivancic Times Staff Writer

Charles Peters said he won’t run for the open Fauquier County Commonwealth’s Attorney post this year, leaving Warrenton attorney Scott Hook, a Republican, the lone candidate in the race. Peters, the senior assistant commonwealth’s attorney, cited “personal reasons and my family priorities” as reasons for his decision. He earlier said he would run but had not made a formal announcement. Still, Peters will fill the commonwealth’s attorney’s job on an interim basis starting July 1. Current Commonwealth’s Attorney James P. Fisher is leaving his term early to become a judge on the 20th Judicial Circuit Court. Chris Morehouse, an assistant Culpeper County Commonwealth’s Attorney, suspended his campaign for the job post in expectation that Peters would be a candidate. Morehouse, who lives in New Baltimore, said in an Feb. 14 email

he would not re-enter the race. “I believe that ship has sailed for the time being,” Morehouse said. Hook released a statement about the developments Friday, Feb. 15. “I respect Chuck’s decision today and look forward to working with him in the commonwealth’s office,” Hook wrote. “Chuck is invested in making Fauquier a better place, and I know he will be a reliable steward for the office and the taxpayers of our county. “Regardless of who else seeks this office, I believe I am the most qualified individual for the office. I stand ready to apply my experience as a prosecutor and local attorney to enforce the law and confront the primary challenges facing the community: most especially the opioid epidemic spreading addiction to too many in our midst,” Hook added. If another candidate for the Republican nomination emerges, or if two Democratic Party candidates declare, there will be a primary June 11. Reach James Ivancic at jivancic@fauquier.com.

Mintbrook man arrested after stepson shot Staff Reports A 42-year-old Bealeton man was arrested last week after a fight with his stepson that resulted in the stepson suffering a gunshot wound to his hand, according to the Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office. Christian Souza was charged with reckless handling of a firearm and discharging a firearm in a dwelling in connection with the Tuesday, Feb. 12 incident, according to Sgt. James Hartman, spokesman for the sheriff’s office. Earlier that day, deputies responded to the 7500 block of Hancock Street in the Mintbrook subdivision in Bealeton to investigate after the victim, a 30-year-old Chester, Virginia. man, sought treatment at the Fauquier Hospital emergency

room, Hartman said in a news release. Investigation determined the victim was involved in a domestic disturbance with his step-father, SouChristian Souza za. The incident occurred at Souza’s residence on Hancock Street. During the disturbance Souza produced a handgun, a .45-caliber Taurus, and struggle ensued for the weapon. The weapon discharged and struck the victim in the hand, Hartman said. The victim was served with a warrant for domestic assault and battery, Hartman said.

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‘Like Chernobyl?’ Wrapping up a strange short session in Richmond

Things have been surreal in Richmond this year, as legislators race through a 45-day short session while scandal rocked the highest offices in the commonwealth. Be that as it may, lawmakers did their best to focus on the task at hand – considering hundreds of bills and hammering out a new state budget – while the aforementioned scandals remained largely unresolved. Why Virginia, the 12th-largest state in the U.S. with a population of 8.5 million, continues to adhere to unreasonably short legislative calendar more suitable for a smaller, agriculturally-focused state — escapes us.  But that’s a topic for another time. For now, suffice to say the timeline leaves too much to consider in far too little time. Tuesday, Feb. 5, alone saw more than 100 bills move through the House. By crossover day, the General Assembly had killed or ignored four of every 10 bills, according to the Virginian-Pilot. Virginia’s trio of embattled leaders aren’t going anywhere. Democrats seem to have come to terms with that. So, let’s review what has and hasn’t gotten done amid a troubled session at times so unsettling that one legislative aide described the atmosphere in the Capitol building as “like Chernobyl.”

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Some accomplishments:

• Measures regarding school safety, a priority in the wake of last year’s Parkland tragedy and the subsequent scares in local schools, appear to be making their way toward Gov. Ralph Northam’s desk. • Ditto for a bill protecting the privacy of big-prize lottery winners. • A move — finally — to make holding a cellphone while driving a primary offense has also found success. • School boards will be required to implement policies to prohibit the distribution and use of tobacco and vape products on school property; also the age to purchase such products is on track to rise from 18 to 21. • A measure requiring Dominion to clean up coal ash stored in unlined pits at four sites around the state is awaiting the governor’s signature. • A move to put the brakes on casinos pending completion of a year-long study, will perhaps delaying the inevitable but allow the state to proceed cautiously, nonetheless. • While the current proposal lacks strength to curb gerrymandering, there is growing bipartisan support for creating an independent redistricting commission, taking that role out of lawmakers’ hands.

Less encouraging:

The Senate passed a bill allowing the creation of Bible classes as a high school elective. While we might view more favorably a comparative religion class, a class specific to one religion is inconsistent with the role of a public education. A bill to ease Virginia’s notoriously draconian absentee voting rules, which would have allowed voters to apply for absentee ballots without giving a reason for not voting in person, died in the House. A bill that would limit criminal charges for disruptive student behavior died in the House. A strikingly high ratio of criminal disorderly conduct complaints against children— two in five — originate in the classroom, according to state statistics. Bills to raise Virginia’s minimum wage, set at the national minimum, are dead. Regulations on high-interest loans — payday lenders, title loans and online lenders that prey on the poor — failed to pass after intense lobbying by the industry. Along the way, the House and Senate found a tax relief compromise for those facing higher state income-tax bills due to last year’s federal tax changes. Yet, much remains unresolved as the session races toward its Saturday, Feb. 23 adjournment, including the state budget and a fight to allow a vote on the Equal Rights Amendment. One thing is certain: By the end of this blistering legislative session, Virginia will need a break to sort through the fallout.

In July 1960, Henry W. Joynes, 56, opened a new funeral home at 127 N. Fourth St., after operating the funeral home in the Odd Fellows Hall in Warrenton since 1938. Also affiliated with the business at that time were his wife, Augustine, and son, George. 75 Years Ago Feb. 24, 1944 Rev. Edgar A. Swann, former pastor of the Remington Methodist Church and a chaplain in the U. S. Army since 1941, was killed Feb. 18 in a glider accident while on maneuvers near Camp McCall, N.C. When Miss Frances Carter arrived in Italy with the Red Cross Unit to which she was assigned as a hospital visitor, she found that her unit was attached to the University of Virginia Medical Unit, headed by Capt. B. S. Leavell of Culpeper. Capt. Leavell is a first cousin of Miss Agnes Blackwell, who operates the House Shop in partnership with Miss Carter’s aunt, Miss Landon Hicks. Among those featured in “With Fauquier Men in the Services” this week are Navy A.S.I. 3/c Calvin Groves and S 2/c Charls E. Moss; Army Privates John S. Owens, Claude H. Dawson, Estel Ashby, Clem J. Lomax and A. D. May; Privates First Class Shirley F. Edwards and Charles D. Edwards; Corporal Herman Edwards; and Tech. Corporal George M. Kernan Jr. 50 Years Ago Feb. 27, 1969 A select panel has recommended that ownership and operation of the Warrenton Library be taken over by Fauquier County. The recommendation was made by a study

committee in a report released Jan. 27. The panel consisted of representatives of the Warrenton Library /association, which owns the library; the Board of Supervisors and the Warrenton Town Council. Cub Scout Jay Ewing of Warrenton Pack 175 was photographed Pinning an award on the uniform of Army Chief of Staff Gen. W. C. Westmoreland at the Pentagon as part of the Boy Scout’s program to recognize distinguished citizens. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. James E. Ewing of Bethel Academy. 25 Years Ago Feb. 23, 1994 The tone of the joint meeting between the School Board and Board of Supervisors was light, but the School Board made it clear that the funding in the county administrator’s budget was not enough, Last week, county administrator G. Robert Lee released his recommendation for fiscal year 1995. He earmarked $54 million, almost 70 percent of the budget, for school operation and debt. This adds just over $5 million of new revenue to the school division’s base operating budget of $49 million. Lynda Robb, wife of Sen. Charles Robb, spoke to the Fauquier County Democratic Committee Monday, urging the group’s supporters to mobilize in support of her husband’s re-election bid. –Compiled by John T. Toler

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Sheriff Mosier confronts the local opioid crisis There’s a Republican primary this June that will determine the party’s choice of two candidates for sheriff of Fauquier County. This is my story of why Sheriff Bob Mosier should be re-elected. I am a lifelong Democrat, so for me, this election is not about politics, it’s about keeping a man in office who has accomplished so much in just three years. For anyone who hasn’t had the opportunity to meet Sheriff Mosier, I would strongly encourage you to do so. I met Bob in the summer of 2015 during his first election campaign, shortly after losing my youngest son to a fatal heroin overdose. My first impression of Bob was that he genuinely cared. He was very concerned about the drug problems in Fauquier County, and assured me that he was going to

approach the problems of addiction head on. He has done just that, and continues to do so. While working with the sheriff’s office, I have seen many positive changes, and more are yet to come. Some of these changes include creation of The Travis Project, which is one that I hold close to my heart because this program was started in memory of my son, Travis. This became the REVIVE program for Fauquier County started by Sheriff Mosier. This program allows all deputies to carry and administer Narcan to revive people suffering from overdose. I am proud to say that we have saved many lives in our community. Under Sheriff Mosier’s leadership, improved methods of investigating and training have been developed to help identify suppliers and dealers,

Time to elect our president, VP by popular vote Every four years, citizens of the United States go to the voting booths in order to perform an important function. That function is to elect a president and vice president of the United States. As we know, this election has two phases. Phase one occurs when voters go to the polls and elect the presidential/vice presidential electors. Phase two occurs when these electors meet in their state capitals and cast ballots for the office of the president and vice president. The candidates who win a majority in the electoral college become the next president and vice president. There are many reasons why the Electoral College was established by the founding fathers. One of these reasons may have been the fact that the founding fathers though that the average American citizen was

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about his community and its citizens. There are other great changes that space doesn’t permit me to list. Sheriff Mosier is always involved in community events. You see him everywhere. He is indeed the people’s sheriff. His record clearly speaks for itself. Every promise this man has made, he has kept, including achieving the first-time-ever accreditation of the sheriff’s office. I am extremely proud to have this sheriff, as well as the entire staff in the sheriff’s office working for, protecting and representing our community. I encourage you to get to know him, and discuss any concerns that you may have. I assure you that you won’t be disappointed. Vote for Bob Mosier Fauquier County Sheriff 2019. Betty Ramsburg Marshall

Let’s not be so hasty in abolishing the Electoral College

not informed enough to vote for the president and vice president directly. They wanted a “safe buffer zone.” This is not the case today. Through the miracle of modern communications and our educational systems, the average American citizen today is well prepared to elect a president and vice president directly. Because of this, I believe that the time has come to amend our U.S. Constitution to allow for the direct election of the U.S. president and vice president. Whoever gets the most votes will win the election. For example, if candidate A gets 501 votes and candidate B gets 500 votes, then candidate A will win the election. We elect our other officials by direct vote. Why not the president and vice president? Robert H. Wright Jr. Warrenton

Not too late to ratify the ERA

This is in response to a recent letter in the Fauquier Times concerning potential legal problems for the proposed Equal Rights Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. A time limit for ratification of amendments does not exist in the Constitution, and the proposed ERA does not have a deadline in the amendment itself. The ratification deadline imposed by Congress was in the preamble of the resolution proposing the amendment. Therefore, it is possible for a subsequent Congress to extend or eliminate the deadline without changing the original intent of the

resulting in more arrests for those trafficking and dealing. The sheriff’s office has partnership programs that include inmate addiction and mental health services, Combating Heroin, Hidden-In-Plain Sight and random drug searches in the middle and high schools. Sheriff Mosier is chairman of The Blue Ridge Gang Narcotics Taskforce and works closely with Prince William County and other jurisdictions to confront the opioid crisis. The first time I met Bob Mosier, he handed me a business card. On the back of that card was his personal cellphone number. He knew I was still grieving the death of my son and encouraged me to call him day or night. This spoke volumes to me. This man didn’t even know me, yet he was there for me in my greatest time of need. He genuinely cares

amendment. Indeed, some legal scholars argue that Congress lacks the authority to set deadlines on the ratification process. Virginia Attorney General Mark Herring gave a formal opinion on May 11, 2018, that “the lapse of the ERA’s original and extended ratification periods has not disempowered the General Assembly from passing a ratification resolution.” It is true that amending the U.S. Constitution is not an easy process, but Virginia can get the job done. Miriam Anver Rectortown

The Fauquier Times welcomes letters to the editor from its readers as a forum for discussion of local public affairs subjects. WRITE: Letters to the Editor FAX: Editor 540-349-8676 41 Culpeper Street EMAIL: news@fauquier.com Warrenton, VA 20188 Letters must be signed by the writer. Messages sent via email must say “Letter to the Editor” to distinguish them from other messages not meant for publication. Include address and phone for verification (Not to be published.) Letters are subject to editing for clarity and length. Personal attacks will not be published. Long letters from those with special authority on a current issue may be treated as a guest column (with photo requested). Due to volume, letters cannot be acknowledged. All letters are appreciated. Letters must be received by 5 p.m. Monday to be considered for Wednesday publication.

I write with regard to HB 2422, recently set-aside for this term of the Virginia General Assembly. Should a similar bill come up in subsequent sessions, I strongly urge that it be shelved. My issue is with the recent assertions made by Lauren Fillmore of Linden and to other opponents of maintaining the Electoral College, I suggest that you take the time and do just a small, but credible amount of research on the veracity of maintaining the Electoral College as it is. With the adopted minor tweaks since 1804, it is clear that an easy change is not necessarily a good change, particularly when the current methodology has passed the test of time. The main purpose of the Electoral College is to serve as one element of the checks and balances put into place by the founders to prevent the rise of tyranny by preventing the concentration of political power— that is, the power of localized numerically superior coercion—in any one branch or segment of government. The initial version of the Electoral College lasted for only four elections. It was developed largely because there were no functional political parties in operation. In 1804, with the advent of political parties, a new approach was created and adopted through the passage of the 12th Amendment to the Constitution. Note that in early 19th century America, the idea of electing the president by direct popular vote was not widely promoted as an alternative to the Electoral College methodology. One reason may include the physical and demographic makeup of the

country, which had not changed in the previous dozen years including Washington’s two terms, Adams’ one term and into the first Jefferson term. The 12th Amendment to the Constitution was passed by Congress December 9, 1803, ratified by 14 of the 17 states, and passed on June 15, 1804. A second reason could have been the excesses of the French Revolution and its rapid fall into a dictatorship. This gave rise to the populist thought to reflect on the wisdom of too direct a democracy in a constitutionally established representative republic. Analysis of the claim that our nation is a democracy yields that it is not simply a singular unchallengeable concept. Rather democracy is a broad category with two primary different and easily identifiable approaches to governance: namely a republic with representative government and a majority-rule democracy. In order that high population states and locales do not run political roughshod over lower population states, the Electoral College provides the governance mechanism to temper the country from being plagued by the tyranny of the majority-rule democracy. This tyranny of the majority serves to further divide the nation and victimize the minority. I suggest reading the document posted by William C. Kimberling, Deputy Director FEC National Clearinghouse on Election Administration at: https://uselectionatlas. org/INFORMATION/INFORMATION/electcollege_history.php John P. Molière Hume

Reminder: Littering punishable with $500 fine Several weeks ago, I wrote complaining about the 201 pieces of litter on a 1-mile stretch the Blackwell Road from the Bypass to Va. 605. Today, there are a minimum of 420 bottles cans and other trash on that same stretch of the road. Snow is predicted, so for a brief

time, we who use that road will be spared the ugliness I am not for billboards, but how about a sign reminding us that there is a $500 fine for littering. Hope Porter Warrenton

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Counseling center a dream come true Spiritual Care Support Ministries offers help with life’s struggles By John Hagarty

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Dreams can come true, but you may have to wait 15 years and labor with endless love to see them materialize. One story that embodies that reality belongs to Liz Danielsen, a nationally-endorsed ordained minister whose gift of compassion has changed the lives of thousands in Fauquier County and beyond. Chances are you’ve never heard of Danielsen. Scoring headlines is the furthest thing from her mind. Bringing peace to souls suffering from any number of physical and emotional torments is her only goal. As a result of her labors, today the Spiritual Care Support Ministries is a quiet yet integral part of Fauquier County. “For the love of God,” is often a throwaway line used as an expression of exasperation. But for this dedicated minister, it is her core value and drives everything she does.

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The story begins in New Jersey in 1989. Danielsen worked as a hospital and hospice chaplain and repeatedly saw a need that was not being met. Chronic illness, grief and losses related to divorce, drugs, aging and more took an enormous toll on lives beyond what physicians could cure. One day she returned home exhausted from the strain of tending to the psychic pain of those she was ministering. “I was very exhausted and tired because of my work and went to bed praying and asking God to give me an idea of how to meet the needs of both children and adults dealing with loss and chronic illness,” said Danielsen. “I then had a dream. I had all these deaths and emotional issues I was dealing with and I had a dream -- a vision -- of this ministry.” Intriguingly, she said she had never had this dream before and the next morning shared the dream with her

Spiritual Care Support Ministries is currently located on Shirley Avenue.

husband who urged her to see their pastor. The good man counseled her if the dream was God directed, it would come true. In the interim, he let Danielsen have a room in his church where she began her nascent counseling services. COURTESY PHOTOS One of her early revelations was to With support from her husband Arvid, Liz Danielsen has created a sanctuary learn grief cannot be assuaged quickfor those suffering from life’s stresses. ly. One needs time to work through emotional trauma. erating budget. There are no fees for involved a woman who anonymously “If you lose a child, others may any of the services rendered. wrote an article for the center’s webwant you to move along quickly, but What is the scope of the help of- site describing the grief she experiit can take years.  fered? The center is officially open enced with the death of her father.  “Nowadays we know it takes at Monday through Friday. However, As her recovery progressed, she least two years for people to just find with special sessions and training, it asked to write a follow-up article usthey are getting back to normal after is not unusual to see something un- ing her byline. In it, she revealed her emotional trauma,” said Danielsen. folding seven days a week. father had committed suicide. In the course of her emerging minThe ministry is led by executive “She realized the way to fully reistry, her husband’s job was relocated director, president and CEO Dan- solve her grief and help others was to Warrenton in 2000 because of a ielsen. She has three part-time paid to reveal the truth. That’s the key to corporate merger.  employees; 13 counselors; 114 vol- our ministry. Healing is a process. A Shortly after arriving here, both unteers; conducts almost 700 counthe Culpeper Hospital and the Hos- seling sessions a year; leads a sev- journey. And we’re here to support pice of the Rapidan (now the Hos- en-member board of directors and that journey,” Danielsen said. pice of the Piedmont) recognized her serves some 3,000 people in need The future talent and hired her as a chaplain. Under the banner of “what goes annually while publishing a newsletAlmost immediately, she again ter for 4,000 recipients. around comes around,” the next recognized the unmet needs of those Danielsen noted the chapter of Spiritual Care Support in emotional pain. Then, reached through Ministries is emerging off of Air“Healing is numbers she says, God stepped in. the center’s ministry are lie Road, across from the Chestnut Danielsen recounted a process. A far-reaching. Forks Tennis and Swim Club. the incident. “I was in a A couple who were healed through “The number served car accident in 2004 and journey. And does not count our tele- the work of the center are funding a suffered multiple broken we’re here to phone ministry. And be- new 3,500-square-foot counseling ofribs and swelling of the support that cause of technology, I talk fice now under construction and will brain that affected my and Skype with people all launch the organization’s next chapter. journey.” eyesight.” “The work we are doing is so exover the world. I’ve been –LIZ DANIELSEN The accident was not citing. I hope to be blessed with doto Bangladesh, Nepal, her fault but, not wanting England and Australia ing it until I die,” said Danielsen. to pursue an extended lawsuit, she to conduct training sessions, not to To learn more about Danielsen’s accepted a financial settlement from mention my speaking engagements dream come true visit the organizathe insurance company. tion’s website at www.scsm.tv. throughout the United States.” “I called that settlement my ‘seed For more business and wine tales, Each Wednesday, she conducts money’ for the counseling center. My counseling sessions at the Chap- visit Hagarty-on-wine.com husband had a good job and he was el Springs Church in Bristow. “I’ve 100 percent behind me, so we used the been doing that for years because money to open the center at 76 West there are people in the Manassas area Shirley Avenue,” said Danielsen. that need ministering also,” she said.   In a twist of irony, the location Danielsen does all of this withwas formerly home to a palm-readout compensation. Her work is pering business. “I felt like now we formed gratis. could really help people who came “Because we do not charge for here. Fifteen years after my dream, our services, we have locally liit had come true.” censed counselors who send us patients when they can no longer afford Center’s programs In addition to Danielsen’s own ini- their counseling. Often these people Watch for our Spring issue tial funding, a few grants also helped only have so much money and after of InFauquier establish the non-denominational, that there is nowhere for them to go. on newsstands March 20th nonprofit center. Some additional We work with children from 6 years operating revenues come from local old and up. churches via monthly investments. “For many of these people, the More importantly, volunteer con- light has gone out of their eyes. To tributions offered by those who have see them working toward healing is been healed through the ministry’s exciting for me,” said Danielsen. work support the majority of its opA recent example of such healing

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PATH announces $83,000 in new grants Staff Reports The PATH Foundation announced Feb. 15 a total of $83,444.38 in new “Make It Happen!” grants in Fauquier, Rappahannock and northern Culpeper counties. The following MIH grants have been awarded over the past four months: • $5,450 to Rappahannock-Rapidan Health District to develop and distribute Medicaid expansion kits and offer resource fairs to assist nearly 3,000 eligible individuals with Medicaid enrollment. • $11,500 to Friends of the Rappahannock for the Upper Rappahannock River Report Card and community education programs. • $7,500 to the Fauquier County Public Library for the “Internet to Go” program, allowing library patrons to check out WiFi hotspots to complete homework assignments, apply for jobs or conduct business.

• $9,203 to Verdun Adventure Bound for the “Adventures in Learning” resiliency skills and team-building program, executed in partnership with Bradley Elementary School and Fauquier CADRE. • $24,893 to the Town of Remington for outdoor park space connecting Main Street and Town Hall. • $19,448 to the Fauquier Youth Livestock Advisory Council for vibrantly-painted livestock statues to be placed throughout Fauquier County, commemorating the 60th anniversary of the Fauquier County Livestock Show and Sale. “We have had a strong showing for Make It Happen! grants so far this year,” said Christy Connolly, president and CEO of PATH Foundation. “As always, we are impressed by the variety of projects we receive and look forward to continuing to strengthen our community’s health

and vitality.” Make It Happen! grants were created to promote creativity, create a brighter future and foster can-do attitudes within the PATH Foundation footprint. Make It Happen! grants have no application deadline and are awarded on a rolling basis throughout the year. For more information on grant categories and criteria, please www.pathforyou.org/our-grants.

Fauquier Bank pledges $20K to ‘Charity of Choice’ program Staff Report As of Jan. 31, The Fauquier Bank has donated $20,600 to 20 charities. The Fauquier Bank initiated a new community-driven initiative for the first quarter of 2019. For every checking account opened from Jan. 1 through Feb. 28, the bank will donate $100 to the customer’s “Charity of Choice,” according to a news release. The original goal was to donate $12,000 to charities in the first two months of 2019 but was increased on Jan. 18 to $20,000 as the original

goal was reached at the onset of the initiative, the release said. “We are pleased to be able to give to organizations that do so much good in our community. As a community bank, we know it is important to support organizations that nurture our community. We are grateful for the opportunity to work with these organizations,” said Abbie Ford, vice president and director of retail banking for The Fauquier Bank. “The success of this campaign speaks volumes about the members of the community that we serve—

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The Highland School boys and girls basketball teams are No. 1 seeds in this week’s Delaney Athletic Conference tournaments. The boys finished 12-0 by downing Trinity Christian 74-38 thanks to Angelo Brizzi’s 20 points. The girls downed Trinity Christian 68-18 to finish 6-0 as Kayla Soltys scored 23 points and Destiny Ramcharan had seven.

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Kettle Run’s Smith, Liberty’s Barrett, Fauquier’s Fisher all win state wrestling titles

“Coach Foy is a great guy. It means the world to me to do that for him and do that with him.”

-ALEX SMITH

Chumley’s near miss

By Jeff Malmgren Times Staff Writer

Kettle Run’s wrestling team hadn’t produced a state champion during its first 10 years of existence. Alex Smith hadn’t won a high school state championship in his first 17 years of existence. So Smith’s transfer from Colonial Forge to Kettle Run this summer worked out perfectly for both parties. On Saturday, the junior won the Class 4 138-pound title at Robinson Secondary School. Besides becoming a historic first state champ in KRHS history, Smith helped the Cougars also set a program record with a fourth-place finish in the team standings. “I knew from Day One he was going to be a contender,” Kettle Run coach Mike Foy said. “He’s got unbelievable mat presence.” Smith joined Liberty’s Mason Barrett and Fauquier High’s Sam Fisher as the Fauquier County wrestlers who won state titles Saturday. The Falcons boosted their all-time championship total to 22, while Liberty won its fourth. Since its first season in 2008-09, Kettle Run had only two wrestlers in a final. In 2016, Caden Lody finished as a 120 state runner-up. Last year, Casen Chumley was runner-up at 182. Gabe Chumley almost joined Smith as gold medalist Saturday, but lost in triple overtime in the final after Smith won the 138 final. “Coach Foy is a great guy,” Smith

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It was a historic Saturday for county wrestlers as Kettle Run’s Alex Smith became the first Cougar to win a state wrestling title. Fauquier superstar Sam Fisher won his third state title and Liberty sophomore Mason Barrett broke through with a title. More coverage, Page 15. said. “It means the world to me to do that for him and do that with him.” Smith hoped to earn a state championship as a freshman at Colonial Forge, wanting to follow in the footsteps of his father, who won a Michigan state title in 1987, and his grandfather, who won Oklahoma state championships in 1961 and 1960. But Smith finished only third as a freshman. Then he placed fifth as a Colonial Forge sophomore. “My sophomore year I really under-performed,” he said, “So I came into this state tournament really just trying not to think about past results.” “I’m glad this year he was able to get the monkey off his back,” Foy said. In the 138 final Saturday, Smith defeated Great Bridge’s Ty Chittum 5-4. He took a 4-2 lead with a takedown late in the second period, but

Chittum responded with a reversal to tie the score 4-4. Smith then chose bottom position to begin the third period, but Chittum gave him an escape point to instead start in neutral position with a one-point deficit. “So I knew he was going to try and come at me, trying to take me down with all he’s got,” Smith said. “I didn’t tell myself to go on defense, but I wrestled a little more cautious.” Smith never relinquished that one-point lead over the final two minutes. Chittum did nearly reach Smith’s back for a takedown with 10 seconds remaining, but Smith kept him from gaining complete control until the final whistle. “Alex had a whizzer,” Foy said of Smith’s defensive arm position, “and if Alex would have stopped for one second there, they would have given the [Chittum] kid two points, but he just didn’t stop wrestling.”

Gabe Chumley also advanced to the state finals for Kettle Run, but he lost to King George’s Ethan Indseth in triple overtime, 5-4. Chumley and Indseth traded escape points during the second overtime period, and then Chumley got stuck with top position during the final 30-second sudden-death overtime period. He rode Indseth out of bounds three times, but the King George wrestler finally appeared poised to escape with four seconds remaining. That’s when the referee awarded Indseth a winning penalty point for what he deemed a handlock by Chumley. The Cougars’ other state medalists were Zane O’Connor, who placed third at 120, and Matt McLaughlin, who took third at 106.

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LOWERING THE BOOM

Cougars pummel James Wood, 70-34, to earn region berth By Josh Dorsey

Casey Corcoran and the Cougars earned a Region C playoff berth last week by eliminating James Wood 70-34 in the Northwestern District semifinals. They faced Loudoun Valley in Tuesday’s Region C semifinals.

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Kettle Run coach Troy Washington was probably stunned and pleased to see 0-21 James Wood improve to 1-21 by upsetting No. 2 Millbrook (18-4) in overtime of the Northwestern District quarterfinals Feb. 13. One upset was all he wanted, though, as his Cougars (15-10) pounded James Wood 70-34 in the district semifinals the next night, earning a trip to face Handley in the district final and a berth in the Region C semifinals. The loss concluded a busy week. The No. 3-seeded Cougars eliminated No. 6 Liberty 56-45 in the quarterfinals, routed Wood in the unexpected Valentine’s Day home semi, then fell to the Judges in the district final 75-58. They played Tuesday in the Class 4 Region C semifinal at Loudoun Valley, with Handley (21-2) hosting Riverside in the other semi. For Washington and his Cougars, a loss to Wood would have ended the season. “We met and talked about the opportunity. James Wood was standing in our way. We had to go take care of our business,” Washington said. The Cougars took a 19-6 lead with Caden DeCroo (10 points) continuing his hot postseason shooting

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by draining two 3-pointers late in the opening quarter. Braedan Allen scored eight of his game-high 16 points in the second quarter, with Casey Corcoran drilling a 3-pointer as the Cougars took a 40-15 halftime lead. Midway through the third quarter, Kettle Run’s student section chanted, “We aren’t Millbrook.” Allen said Kettle Run treated their underdog foe with respect. “We did not take them lightly at all,” Allen said. “The whole team did a great job of not getting too confident and realizing that we have to respect all of our opponents and bring the same energy that we would have brought to Millbrook.”

Washington gave his reserves some playing time in the second half, but Kettle Run still didn’t let up, outscoring James Wood 30-19. “I thought the difference was our energy level,” Washington said. “We were very active on defense. I think our defense helped transition to our offense.” The focus then shifted to Handley, which defeated Kettle Run by 20 and 11 points in the regular season. But a huge Judges’ third quarter broke it open, leading to the 75-58 victory. Decroo led the Cougars with 17 points, including 5 3-pointers. Allen and Drew Tapscott added 10 points each.

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Eagle girls lose in semis Playing its best basketball at the end of the year, No. 5 Liberty upset No. 4 Handley 42-33 in the quarterfinals of the Northwestern District tournament. Their reward was a game against No. 1 seed Millbrook in the semis. The Pioneers won 61-40 to end the Eagles’ season. No. 6 Fauquier lost to No. 3 Sherando 51-41, and No. 7 Kettle Run lost to No. 2 James Wood 5923 in the quarterfinals.

Falcon boys fall, 52-48 By Fred Hodge

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Fauquier’s boys basketball tournament quarterfinal was a game of waves. Unfortunately for the Falcons, visiting Sherando was the one riding a crest in the final minutes as the No. 5-seeded Warriors rallied from a 43-38 deficit in the final six minutes, 46 seconds to knock off No. 4 Fauquier, 52-48. Sherando went on to lose to Handley 63-38 in the Northwestern District semifinals. Fauquier ended a surprisingly strong year at 8-12. Predicted to finish near the bottom of a tough See FALCONS, Page 17

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Liberty is county’s best in state wrestling By Jeff Malmgren Times Staff Writer

Fauquier County’s wrestlers combined to score 252 points Friday and Saturday. Had they all been teammates that would have easily won the Class 4 state championship. Instead, Liberty tied its program PHOTO BY DEBORA FRANKLIN record by placing third (90.5 points), while Kettle Run made a top-10 finish Thanks to state runner-up Gabe for the first time in history by placing Chumley, Kettle Run placed fourth at the Class 4 meet, finishing ahead fourth (90), with Fauquier sixth (71.5). Individually, Kettle Run, Liberty of Fauquier for the first time ever.

Fisher adds to legacy with title No. 3 By Jeff Malmgren Times Staff Writer

The Fauquier Falcons had multiple individual state champions in each of the past five seasons. Sam Fisher had to go solo Saturday, but he did so in dominant fashion by amassing five takedowns and two nearfalls over only 3 minutes, 20 seconds during the 182-pound Class 4 state meet at Robinson Secondary School. Fisher beat Smithfield’s Samuel Feliciano 17-1 via technical fall in the final to become Fauquier’s second three-time state champion in history, joining Garrett Tingen, who won in 2014, 2015 and 2016. Last season, as a sophomore, Fisher won the 170 state title after taking the 160 championship as a freshman. With one season left, he can become the most successful

and Fauquier each produced one state champion and three other medalists. “It just shows wrestling in the county as a whole is getting better,” Eagles coach Wes Hawkins said. “But it makes it harder on us because we battle in the district and we beat each other up. And we battle in the region and we beat each other up.” Kettle Run coach Mike Foy agreed that the county’s elite status can hurt teams at state. “We have a lot of kids that don’t get out of the district that would probably [score at state],” said Foy. “That’s a fact.

And then you have a team that shows up here with 13 guys because they were able to get them all through districts and regionals. It’s hard for us to only get six.” Great Bridge won the team title with 183 points and Eastern View finished as the runner-up (152 points). Liberty placed higher than the Falcons for the first time in recent history, and Kettle Run outscored Fauquier for the first time. “It means a lot for where we’re at with our program,” Hawkins said. “But across the board we [only] did OK. It didn’t go as I wanted it to.”

Youthful Eagle Mason Barrett rules at 106

wrestler in FHS history. Fisher has already done that in some respects with unprecedented success on the national stage. Leading into this season, he became the first wrestler in Fauquier County history to earn all-American status at the United States Marine Corps Cadet/Junior National Championships. But that natural success didn’t sap the joy out of Sam Fisher’s third state championship Saturday. “It’s still cool” to be a champion, he said. “It’s only fun when you win, so you’ve got to get better to have fun. I started buying into that when I was small. So I seriously enjoy getting better.” Teammate Kevin McEachin finished fourth at 170, Gino Camarca took sixth at 132 and Eric DeWald placed sixth at 145.

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Carroll’s Seth Robinson tried for 1 minute, 19 seconds. Jamestown’s Matthew Landreneau tried for 49 seconds. Louisa’s Own Grislick tried for 1:42. And Great Bridge’s Max Martin tried for 6:00. But none of them could score a point against Liberty’s Mason Barrett as the sophomore won the 106-pound title to become the Eagles’ fourth state champion in history. Barrett’s four-match shutout did not surprise Liberty Coach Wes Hawkins. “It’s expected. He knows, ‘You don’t let this kid score on you and you stay on the offensive,’” Hawkins said. Barrett won the 106 final 5-0 over Martin after pinning Grislick in the

semifinals, Landreneau in the quarterfinals and Robinson in the first round. “It’s just head, hands, defense. You just protect your feet,” Barrett said of his strategic approach. “He’s a calm kid, soft-spoken, never feels himself in danger,” Hawkins said. “He’ll win matches 2-1 against kids he could murder.” Last season, Barrett placed third at 106 as a freshman, but that didn’t limit Hawkins’ expectations. “We knew he was going to win,” the coach said. “It’s not conceited, or anything [to say that]. He just works really hard and is just the top kid in the state of Virginia. So he’s got to win.” Liberty also had three wrestlers claim fourth-place state medals Saturday. Bryan Contreras did so at 132 followed by Justin Cannon at 195 and Willy Phipps at 285.

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BREED OF THE WEEK: PONY OF THE AMERICAS

Seeing spots? Kids’ mount is a fun-sized companion By Roxanna Beebe-Center Special to the Times

Many equestrians have endured the tedious journey of buying a horse. The industry is filled with horse sales horror stories, such as animals falsely advertised, drugged for test rides, misrepresented, and worse. When a buyer finds a good horse, at a good price, it seems too good to be true. I recently had such an adventure. After months of dead ends from scrolling Facebook horse sale chats and reading ads online, my trainer introduced me to the pony of my dreams. When I first met Dawn, I thought I was seeing spots. And I was. Dawn is a registered Pony of the Americas, more commonly referred to as a POA. She has a long white mane and a pearly coat flecked with drops of black, both common to the breed. And, like most representatives of the 20th century American original, she’s tons of fun. Registered Azure Skies of Dawn, Dawn was born in Kansas. She has all the POA characteristics, from her deep, ebony eyes, to a scattering of dark appaloosa spots on a light coat. She’s also got delicate, easily irritated pink and mottled skin around her face that requires a protective fly mask year-round and sunscreen in summer. Before I got her, Dawn had already proved her merit as a sure-footed mount for owner Jackie Doherty, whose daughter has scoliosis, and rods in her back, and needed a super steady, super sturdy

Rappahannock County Elementary School eighthgrader Roxie BeebeCenter of Woodville and her Pony of the Americas, Dawn, have begun a series of adventures since their relationship began last year, including dressage, foxhunting and working equitation. COURTESY PHOTO

riding partner. With Dawn, they found that and more. This horse is kind, sensible, fun-sized and wrapped in a fun-colored package. And since she’s been with me, Dawn has shown more of that hallmark willing-

Meet the POA: Hybrid vigor The POA was developed in the ’50s by Les Boomhower, a Shetland pony breeder in Iowa. The foundation stallion, Black Hand, was an Arabian-Appaloosa-Shetland pony cross with Appaloosa markings. Boomhower bred the well-balanced stallion to stock mares and developed a new breed marked by pony size, Appaloosa spots and possessing a willing, kind disposition suitable for children to ride and handle but sturdy enough for small adults to ride.

ness, exploring miles of trails around my home, and trying foxhunting and dressage. We’re starting in Working Equitation, a discipline that involves dressage and obstacles relating to cattle herding and ranching. Despite the size and title of “pony,” the breed sports more physical characteristics of a small horse, typically sturdy like a Quarter Horse, tempered with Arabian refinement. Formed in 1954, the Pony of the Americas Club today has more than 55,000 registered ponies and is one of the horse world’s biggest child-centered breed registries. There are more than 2,000 members of more than 40 chapters around the nation, with some 300 POA breed shows held annually. The biggest, POA National Congress in Tulsa, Oklahoma, draws about 4,000 entries.

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Falcon Jake Goldman made the finals in four events at states. PHOTO BY DOUD STROUD

Kettle Run’s Heenan, Adair excel at Class 4 swim meet By Jeff Malmgren Times Staff Writer

Led by Caitlyn Adair and Jake Heenan, the Kettle Run Cougars amassed nine state medals with four team records Saturday at the Class 4 swim meet at the SwimRVA pool in Richmond. Kettle Run’s boys placed 10th with 95 points, with its girls finishing 13th (68 points). Blacksburg won the boys title (229) with Monacan as the girls champion (282.5). Fauquier’s boys added a 19th place finish (20) with Jake Goldman claiming one state medal. Heenan led all Fauquier County swimmers with a hand in claiming four state medals by placing among the top-eight swimmers in each of his events. He took fourth in the 100-yard backstroke by breaking his own team record with a time of 51.60 seconds, and he finished sixth in the 200 individual medley with a time of 1:57.03. Heenan also joined Nick Maranto, Wiley Saville and Nathan Kim to finish seventh in the 200 medley

relay (1:40.29), and his 400 free relay team of Kim, Lukas Baines and Maranto placed eighth (3:23.76). Maranto added a seventh-place finish in the 100 breaststroke (1:01.27) and took ninth as a state finalist in the 100 butterfly (54.22). Kettle Run’s girls added seven state finalists with top-16 performances in the preliminaries of their various races. Adair took third in the 50 free by breaking her own team record with a time of 24.34, and she placed eighth in the 100 backstroke due to being disqualified in finals after swimming 59.02 in preliminaries. Adair teamed with Erin Kerrigan, Abby Gray and Peyton Talomie to place seventh in the 400 free relay with a program-record time of 3:43.54, while Adair’s 200 medley relay team of Talomie, Kerrigan and Gray finished 11th (1:54.32). Kerrigan also took seventh in the 500 free (5:08.86) and 14th in the 200 free (1:57.12), while Talomie placed 16th in the 100 breast, setting a Kettle Run girls record with a time of 1:10.98. For Fauquier, Goldman finished seventh in the 100 fly (53.66) and 15th in the 100 back (56.00) while helping the 200 free relay team of Brady Working, Tyler McAndrew and Ethan Phillips placed 15th (1:35.19). Goldman’s 200 medley relay team of Bobby Slater, Phillips and McAndrew also took 16th (1:44.36).

Young Falcons end encouraging year at 8-12 See FALCONS, Page 17 district, the young Falcons finished 5-7 with wins over Kettle Run, Liberty, Sherando and James Wood twice. “Most people didn’t give us a chance to do anything. Other than [first-place] Handley, we were in every game against people we weren’t supposed to be,” said coach Wayne Brizzi. “I have to give the kids a lot of credit for that.” After Sherando surged to a 50-46 lead, the Falcons fought back and had their chances as the Warriors made only two of eight free throws in the closing stretch. “Even at the end, I thought we had a chance with about 12 seconds to go,” Brizzi said. “I thought we got fouled, but things did not work out.” Devin Lewis was driving when he was bumped and fell. No whistle sounded, and Sherando recovered the loose ball. “If we got a couple of shots there, it’d been nice. But we can’t complain because I thought the way they called the game was fair,” Brizzi said. After beating Sherando 50-36 at

home on Jan. 28 with a strong defensive performance, Fauquier appeared on track to win at home again. Fauquier was hot to start as Thurman Smith and Samuel Matthews both sank 3-pointers en route to a 13-6 lead. But the Falcons went cold, not scoring for nearly five minutes as the Warriors went on a 13-0 burst to lead 19-13 en route to a 29-23 halftime advantage. Sherando widened its lead to 32-23 to start the third quarter. Smith ignited a 15-2 surge with another 3-pointer. Layups by Lewis, Brooks and Jerreco Gaskins brought the Falcon lead to 38-34. But the Warriors were better in the fourth. Sherando surged to a 49-46 lead thanks to a traditional three-point play and two Darius Lane 3-pointers from the left side with 1:35 to play. The squad has a broad foundation for next winter with only one senior leaving the nest. “Next year, we really don’t have that many points coming back because we didn’t score that many,” Brizzi said jokingly.

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Celebrate Shrove Tuesday, or Mardi Gras, with a pancake supper at Christ Church in Old Town Warrenton on Tuesday, March 5 at 6 pm. Shrove Tuesday is the feast day before Ash Wednesday when Christians around the world begin the Lenten season of 40 days plus Sundays before Easter. Lent is traditionally a time of fasting, penance and reconciliation. Many Christians “give up” something for Lent, sometimes chocolate, liquor, desserts, etc. Some abstain from eating meat on certain days in Lent. Therefore, Shrove Tuesday is the last chance to satisfy those cravings for rich foods with sweet, fried pancakes. Shrove Tuesday gets its name from the ancient word “shrive”, which means to confess your sins and be granted absolution. Bring your Mardi Gras beads and feast on pancakes prepared and served by the men of the church. There is no cost to attend, but if you are not a member of the church, please call 540-347-7634 and leave your name and the number of people coming. The church is located at 95 Green Street, across from caboose behind Claire’s.

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Making The Circuit Fauquier’s African-American newspaper hailed from Catlett By Vicky Moon

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In 1937, William H. Lewis Sr. and Thomas Chapman Tyler founded The Circuit, a monthly newspaper in Catlett. The 2010 census report listed 297 citizens living in the sleepy southeastern Fauquier Country crossroads town and estimated half that many resided there in 1940. What set the publication apart from all others was not the location of the paper’s offices, at the then-well-traveled railroad stop, but rather its historical significance. It described itself as “Virginia’s only colored paper north of Richmond.” Back issues of The Circuit at the Afro-American Historical Association of Fauquier in The Plains offer a rare perspective on those local times. News and columns came from many pockets in Fauquier: Hume, Midland, Warrenton, Greenville, Calverton, Orlean and Marshall. On Thursday, Jan. 1, 1953, Clarence D. Johnson wrote about the news from William C. Taylor High School, and that Christmas greetings had been exchanged. “The regular December meeting of the PTA was postponed until the 4th Monday in January. The Home Economics Department, under Miss R. E. Dabney, held its annual Bazaar and dinner on the 19th. Many beautiful pieces of handwork were on

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sale, as well as an appealing dinner,” Johnson wrote. Johnson, who also later served as an assistant principal, concluded with this touching paragraph: “Since another column carries an account of the passing of Prof. William C. Taylor, sufficient for us to say that the many hundreds who paid him homage was a silent testimony to the man who had touched so many for good in his lifetime. Our school is a fitting memorial to one who labored unselfishly for 65 years in the cause of education and general community betterment.” Elsewhere in the same issue of The Circuit, the obituary of William C. Taylor, veteran educator, announced his passing on Nov. 23, 1952 at his Warrenton home. “He had been in educational work in Kentucky and Virginia for 65 years, having served from 1929 until his retirement in 1945 as principal of the Rosenwald High School.” Taylor was lauded as a pioneer of education for “negroes in Northern Virginia.” He was active in “religious, civic and public life.” A new high school, now Taylor Middle School, was built and named in his honor in 1952. The advertisements, many pitching Warrenton’s black-owned businesses, are as revealing as the stories. In the Aug. 3, 1945 issue, there were ads from J.T. McLain, a tailor at 205 Culpeper St.; Joynes Taxi Service: “7 a.m. to midnight -- phone 292. If no answer, call 370,” and Tulip Fowler’s Beauty Shoppe on Third Street. Additional ads included Buddy Walker’s Barber Shop on Fifth Street. “You’ve Tried the Rest, Now Try the Best,” it reads. Parker’s 24-hour cab service not only offered transportation but also sold cord-wood cut in stove lengths for delivery. A simple review of the paper reveals that M.E. Bland ran the Black and Gold Inn and maintained a taxi business. The alternate 370 phone number for Joynes Taxi rang to Henry Woodson Joynes, funeral director

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Joynes Funeral Home, on North Third Street, was founded in 1938 and catered to African Americans. It’s now run by the owner’s son, George Woodson Joynes, and grandson Darryl Joynes. and embalmer. Joynes Funeral Home was founded in 1938 and catered to African-Americans. Now on North Third Street, the funeral home is run by his son, George Woodson Joynes, and grandson, Darryl Joynes. “By choice, we limited our advertising to The Circuit,” George Joynes recalled. “It was published by a local minister, J.C. Hackett of Oak Shade Baptist Church in Catlett. Dad also had the taxi business because there was a need.” All of these businesses were also listed in the 1954 edition of “The Negro Travelers’ Green Book, a guide to travel and vacations.” The current film, “Green Book,” based on the travel experiences of pianist Don Shirley, has been nominated for five Oscars, the winners of which will be announced Sunday, Feb. 24. The Circuit ceased publication in 1954. In July 1960, Joynes Funeral Home’s updated facilities were covered in a full-page layout in the Fauquier Times-Democrat. There were photos of a state-of-the-art prep room, chapel and casket-display area at 127 North Fourth St. As of 2013, only a few issues of The Circuit are known to still exist in archives, five at The Library of Virginia and six at the archives of the Afro-American Historical Association of Fauquier County. Vicky Moon can be reached at vickyannmoon@aol.com, on Facebook at Vicky Moon, twitter.com/ Vickyannmoon.

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“Rosenwald”: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. 4243 Loudoun Ave. The Plains. The Afro-American Historical Association of Fauquier County shows the film “Rosenwald.” Fauquier County students benefited from eight Rosenwald Schools. Share your photographs and memories. Seeking names of families who attended the schools. Register online at aahafauquier.org. Free and open to the public. Contact: 540-253-7488

Everywhere for Everyone: 10 Ashby St., Warrenton. A new exhibit opening in March. The Fauquier Historical Society invites you to journey back in time with a unique look on how the Red Cross shaped Fauquier County. From times of war and hardship, to modern times of prosperity the Red Cross has played a role in the county since the early 20th century. Contact: 540-347-5525

Mysteries of Murals Walking Tour: 12:30 p.m. 10 Ashby St. Warrenton. Take a step back in time and travel the streets of Warrenton with author David Goetz. On this tour, visitors will explore three building murals hidden in Historic Downtown Warrenton. Discover their stories, the painters, and the marks they leave on Warrenton today. Tour will take approximately 45 minutes and start at the Fauquier History Museum at the Old Jail. Binoculars suggested. Walking tour fee is $10/person, $8 for FHS members and $5 for children under 12. Tickets available soon. Contact: 540-347-5525

“Rosenwald”, by Aviva Kempner, is a documentary about how Chicago philanthropist Julius Rosenwald, the son of an immigrant peddler who rose to head Sears, partnered with Booker T. Washington to build 5,400 Southern schools in African American communities in the early 1900s during the Jim Crow era.

Celebrating Black History Month at Warrenton Town Hall Warrenton Town Hall is displaying art and educational information in the entryway and Council chambers to commemorate Black History Month. The paintings represent artist Jerry Jones’ memories of the Madison town community. The exhibit is courtesy of the Afro-American Historical Association in The Plains. Karen White, executive director of the AAHA, says it “offers scenes of slavery, resistance and freedom, showing black residents of Fauquier seeking equality for their families while building the community.”

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Thespians prepare for musical Fauquier H.S. presents ‘Pump Boys and the Dinettes’ By Robin Earl

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A week before Fauquier High School’s production of “Pump Boys and the Dinettes” was set to open, the gas station set was unfinished, and the diner motif still needed lots of work. The actors were trying to remember all the words to the songs, and several The cast of “Pump Boys and the Dinettes” sings “Highway 57.” scenes had yet to be blocked. School cancellations and early “We’ve got a good jump on it,” Not only is he asked to sing and act, closings had put the cast under a said Bales. He has been teaching he also plays the guitar in the show. time crunch, but there was no panic, theater for 24 years, six of them at He describes the music colorfully as only calm resolve. Fauquier High, so no doubt he has “chicken-pickin’ blues” and said he This small group of theater veter- seen tighter deadlines. has learned a lot from the experience. ans are methodically moving ahead, “Pump Boys and the Dinettes” “I think my ear has gotten better.” making adjustments Rounding out the cast are Rodis not common fare for during rehearsals, supman Shook, a junior who plays Jacka high school produc“Come see porting one another and son, and Mickey Goltry, a freshman tion. It has an ensemble our show!” enjoying the process. By cast of only six and is who portrays LM. –THE CAST OF the time the curtain rises Mickey said he and Rodman are almost entirely made up ‘PUMP BOYS AND Friday, Feb. 22, they’ll of songs that move the in the choir, so he enjoys the muTHE DINETTES’ be ready. story along. Theatrical sic-heavy show. “I really like the Director and theater publisher Samuel French four-part harmonies,” he said. teacher Emmett Lee Bales Rodman was in “Seven Brides for describes the show this was upbeat as he positioned lights way: “The ‘Pump Boys’ sell high Seven Brothers” last year and got to during a recent practice. octane on Highway 57 in Grand Ole play Charlie Brown in a recent ver“Usually, we don’t get to lights Opry country and the ‘Dinettes,’ sion of “Snoopy.” until the week we open. We’ll be Prudie and Rhetta Cupp, run the “I’m actually more of a bass,” he fine. Seventy-five percent of the set Double Cupp diner next door. To- said, “but I can still hit the higher is done,” he said, noting his theater gether they fashion an evening of notes” in “Pump Boys.” tech class designed the set and works country western songs … they perBehind the scenes, junior Macy on construction during class time. form on guitars, piano, bass and, Major is the assistant director for the Home Depot was a solid sponsor yes, kitchen utensils.” show. She has been responsible for of the production, providing set maJohanna Huber, who plays Prud- blocking several of the musical numterials and even sending a crew to ie, said she has never been a country bers and is learning to run rehearsals. help with the set construction. Abby Mesick, a sophomore, is the music fan but had to change her tune stage manager who says she likes to for this show. She has enjoyed the challenge. “be in control.” “I like to know where everyone In duets with Alyssa Gilmore, who plays Rhetta, the two sound like a is supposed to be, where everything couple of Southern angels. Both are is,” she said. She said she’s tried acting to get seniors with considerable experience in musicals, and both are looking to a different perspective and was in a one-act in the fall. She’s decided, continue performing in college. Johanna said “Pump Boys and the though, “it’s not my jam.” When the students were asked Dinettes” is her favorite theater experience so far. “It’s a small cast, and all of what else they’d like to share with my friends are in it with me,” she said. the community, they were unaniAlyssa performed in Fauqui- mous, “Come see our show!” Bales said the school allows those er Community Theatre’s “Into the Woods” over the summer and per- in the school play to take the whole formed at Shenandoah University in school day before opening to run the “Mama Mia.” She said she’ll proba- show again and again, all day. “That’s when most of the final bly attend West Virginia University polishing gets done,” he said. “When in the fall. Fencis Forrester plays Eddie, one the school day is over, we all go of the Pump Boys. A senior, he is home and get a good night’s rest inheaded for Virginia Commonwealth stead of staying here till 10 o’clock. LM (Mickey Goltry) and Rhetta (Alyssa University’s cinema program next It’s great. We’ll be ready for opening Gilmore) share a moment in the diner year. He said he’d like to develop his night,” he said. “Pump Boys and the Dinettes” while Jim (Bryce Moore) plays guitar in writing and directing skills. Bryce Moore is Jim in the play. opens Friday, Feb. 22 at 7 p.m. in the the gas station.

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Johanna Huber, who plays Prudie, shows off her impressive musical range. high school’s Addison E. Lightfoot Auditorium and plays Saturday, Monday and Tuesday at the same time. There will be a matinee at 3 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students and may be purchased at the door. Reach Robin Earl at rearl@fauquier.com

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Jack Dunlap Band Live at Gloria’s:  8 p.m. 92 Main St., Warrenton. The Gloria Faye Dingus Music Alliance is proud to welcome the Jack Dunlap Band. Jack plays the mandolin like no other stretching his instrument to include jazz, swing, blues, rock, classical, country, Celtic and more. Tickets $15. Children under 12 free with adult. Seating limited. Advance tickets recommended.

Chris Rall at Wort Hog Brewing Company: 5-8 p.m. 41 Beckham St., Warrenton. Singer/songwriter covering classic hits. Contact: 540-300-2739 Randy Thompson Live on the Taproom Stage: 5-8 p.m. Old Bust Head Brewery, 7134 Farm Station Road, Vint Hill. Independent Christian musician. Menu by Two Smooth Dudes. Contact: 540-347-4777 Clarence “The Bluesman” Turner Live at Gloria’s:  8 p.m. 92 Main St., Warrenton. The Gloria Faye Dingus Music Alliance is proud to welcome Clarence Turner and his fiery blues guitar picking Tickets $20. Children under 12 free with adult. Seating limited. Advance tickets recommended. Visit www.drumnstrum. com. Contact: 540-347-7484  A Menagerie of Mechanical Marvels: 8 p.m. Hylton Performing Arts Center, Merchant Hall, 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas. Experience the latest invention from the creative minds of Cirque Mechanics with their signature blend of acrobatics, mechanical marvels, and a good bit of clowning around. Tickets: $48, $41, $29. Visit www.hyltoncenter.org/tickets.  Contact: 703-257-1811  Adwela and the Uprising: 8 p.m. 291 Gay St., Washington. Little Washington Theatre presents award-winning roots reggae band, nationally touring band from Virginia. $25/Adults, $10/under 18.

Visit www.littlewashingtontheatre.com Contact: 540-675-1253 Crossthreaded: 7 p.m. Live music at Orlean Market, 6855 Leeds Manor Road, Marshall. Local Hume band plays bluegrass, country and oldies. RSVP for dinner. Contact: 540-364-2774  Live entertainment at Inn at Kelly’s Ford: 7-10 p.m. 16589 Edwards Shop Road, Remington. Contact: 540-3991779

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Live Irish Music: 5-8 p.m., 380 Broadview Ave., Warrenton. Come enjoy live Irish music and a relaxed dining atmosphere every Sunday. Wonderful free event perfect for family and friends. Roast beef special. Visit www.mcmahonsirishpub.com Contact: 540-347-7203

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Daron Tapscott Live at McMahon’s Irish Pub: 8 p.m. 380 Broadview Ave., Warrenton. Great music, good times. Contact: 540-347-7200

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Jahnel Daliya Live on the Taproom Stage: 6-9 p.m. Old Bust Head Brewery, 7134 Farm Station Road, Vint Hill. Based in Northern Virginia, singer songwriter Jahnel Daliya brings her unique blend of soul, folk, and rock complete with catchy melodies. Menu by Blue City. Contact: 540-347-4777  Josh Lowe at Wort Hog Brewing Company: 5-7 p.m. 41 Beckham St.,

Jack Dunlap Band – Feb. 22 Warrenton. Traditional American roots music. Contact: 540-300-2739

March 9

Circa Blue: 8 p.m. 291 Gay St., Washington. Little Washington Theatre presents Circa Blue, a contemporary bluegrass band based in Martinsburg, West Virginia. $25/Adults, $10/under 18. Visit www.littlewashingtontheatre.com. Contact: 540-675-1253

March 16

Patsy and the Country Classics: 7 p.m. 300 East Main St., Remington. Flatbeds and Tailfins presents a tribute to real country music. Doors open at 6 p.m. Starts at 7 p.m. General admission is $15. Kids under 5 are free. Visit www.flatbedsandtailfins.com for ticket information. Also available at the store in Remington or by phone at 540-422-2507.

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Feb. 21 Lyme Disease Support Group: 7-9 p.m. 500 Hospital Drive. Sycamore Room. Dealing with Lyme disease? Need information about this disease. Group meets monthly. Guest speaker is Barby Mouring who will discuss the benefits of essential oils. For information, contact George Phillips at 540-347-7265 Warrenton Ruritan Club monthly meeting: 7 p.m. 6903 Blantyre Road, Warrenton. Visitors are invited, and dinner is provided. New members welcome. Meets regularly the third Thursday of each month. Contact John Wayland at jsmwayland@gmail.com.

Feb. 22 Hill School hosts free film on conservation: 6 p.m. 130 South Madison St., Middleburg. The Goose Creek Association and the Land Trust of Virginia bring you “Rancher, Farmer, Fisherman,” the acclaimed film based on the book by Miriam Horn of the Environmental Defense Fund. Narrated by awardwinning journalist Tom Brokaw. Free admission. Refreshments served in the auditorium at 5:30 p.m. Pre-registration is encouraged. Contact Kerry Roszel: kerry@landtrustvaorg or 540-687-8441 or register online at www.landtrustva.org RappCats Fundraiser: 6-9 p.m. 659 Zachary Taylor Highway, Flint Hill. Please join RappCats at Griffin Tavern for a fun evening for a wonderful cause. Unwind at the end of the week with your friends

and make a positive difference in the community. Cash and check tips at the bar and 10 percent of the dinner sales during this fundraiser will go to RappCats to support rescue efforts, help with vet bills for rescued cats and kittens, and fund a community based spay and neuter program. In 2018, RappCats rescued a record number of kittens. The need for funding is great. For more information please contact RappCats at 540-9876050 or rappcats@rappcats.org.

Feb. 23 Unicyling Performance and Trial Class: 6:30 – 8 p.m. 4235 Aiken Drive, Warrenton. The UniStars Unicycling Showtroupe in conjunction with Fauquier County Parks & Rec Unicycling Program invites you to watch unicyclists perform their feats of skill and balance. Anyone age 8 or older is welcome to try a ride after the performance. Take a beginner class. Already know how to ride? Try new tricks and consider joining the group. For more information email theunistars@gmail.com Chili Cookoff: 5-7:30 p.m. 6507 Main St., The Plains. Grace Episcopal Church hosts their annual community chili cookoff in the parish hall. No admission fee.All proceeds from the goodwill offering go toward the “Rise Against Hunger” food packing event in November. Entrants should bring their chili by 4:15 p.m. Winners announced at 7 p.m. Music featured. Water/soda at no cost. Beer/ wine available to purchase. Door prizes. Contact: 540-253-5177 Tuskegee Airmen discussion: 1:30 p.m. (rescheduled) Scrabble School, 111 Scrabble Road, Castleton. Richard Baugh will discuss the Tuskegee Airmen, their history and wartime feats, as well as the Tuskegee-Rosenwald connection. He also

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will share the accomplishments of his father, Tuskegee Airman Lt. Col. Howard Baugh, who received many awards, including the French Legion of Honor. On display will be personal memorabilia and artifacts, as well as a replica of the lifesized statue of Baugh that was unveiled recently at the Black History Museum of Virginia in Richmond. Richard Baugh is the youngest of Baugh’s three sons and is the financial secretary of Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. and treasurer of the Howard Baugh Chapter of the Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. For more information, contact SSPF President Nan Butler Roberts, President at 540-6612013 or nb_roberts@msn.com. Play, Share, Exchange Kids Day: Verdun Adventure Bound’s indoor Eagles Nest Conference Center, 17044 Adventure Bound Trail, Rixeyville. Free for kids in preschool through middle school. LEGO room to build and play. Bring your Shopkins or Pokemon to play and trade. Supervised games and team activities directed by staff at 3 and 4 p.m. Free yoga workshops for parents led by Rebecca Elsen at: 2-2:50, 3-3:50, 4-4:50. For information:  www. verdunadventurebound.org Encore Hokie Talk Presentation: 1-3 p.m. Old Bust Head Brewery, 7134 Farm Station Road, Vint Hill. Matthew Gabriele, Virginia Tech professor and chair of the department of religion and culture, shares his ideas on how “The Game of Thrones” has picked up subtle ways women gain power in patriarchal cultures, as well as misconceptions about the Middle Ages from 19th and 20th century culture. Grab a beer, cold-brew coffee, or root beer and meet Professor Gabriele. Light snacks provided or bring your own. Guests pay for their own drinks; no outside alcohol permitted, must be 21 or older to drink

alcohol. Register by Feb. 15. Space is limited! (Our last presentation was standing room only) Free to children under age 12 and students; $10 for all others. For more information, visit www. fauquierhokies.com/events. A Walk in the World of Dementia: A Walk in the World of Dementia is a three-hour course designed to teach you the stages of dementia and how to help, and work with, those living with dementia throughout each stage. Each student participates in a unique interactive dementia tour so that they can be empowered with compassion and empathy and better understand what it is like to live with dementia. The program is accredited for 3.0 CE’s for Nurses and Social Workers and is approved as a Specialized Dementia Care Provider Certificate Program for all Healthcare Workers. All supplies are included. This course is for anyone who is interested in learning more about Dementia. For more information and to register, visit lfccworkforce.com/event/a-walk-inthe-world-of-dementia-2.

Feb. 24 Black History program: 3:30 p.m. 15044 Ryland Chapel Road, Rixeyville. Wayland Blue Ridge Baptist Association Women’s Auxiliary invites you to the 42nd Annual Black History Program. Guests include Taryn Weaver with her unique and captivating impersonation of Harriet Tubman, music by Dynamic Praise, of Northern Virginia, led by Min. Patricia Lespoir, and Rock Church Liturgical Dancers. Tickets are $5 in advance for adults or $7 at the door, and $1 for school-age students. For tickets or more

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Spaghetti Dinner Fauquier Health Relay for Life Team wil be hosting a Spaghetti Dinner to benefit Fauquier Relay for Life and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Saturday, March 9, 2019 Time: 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm For advance tickets or questions, please contact: The Fauquier Hospital Infusion Center (540) 316-2550 Be sure to buy your tickets by March 6 for a discounted price!

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EVENTS, from Page 23 information, contact ticket chairperson, 540-661-2013 (cell) or email nb_ roberts@msn.com. Proceeds from the event go towards home and foreign missions and scholarships. Visit www. waylandblueridge.org

Feb. 25 Twinkle Toes Ballet: 3:45 -4:15 p.m. 376 Waterloo St., Warrenton. Progressions Dance School offers a ballet-based class for the tiniest ballerinas. Every Monday through April 1. Music, song, dancing and props are used in this first class for dancers ages 2 to 3 1/2. Register online at www.progressionsdanceschool. com. Contact: 571-274-0527

Feb. 26 Warrenton Chorale begins new season: 7-9 p.m. 7850 Millfield Drive, Warrenton. New members welcome. Come meet new artistic director Mary Roland. Registration going on now. Rehearsals on Tuesdays. Meet at Heritage Presbyterian Church. For more information, contact Jean Hines at bmjhines@comcast.net or visit www. warrentonchorale.org, where you can find all the particulars plus listen to previous concerts.

Feb. 27 Gallery Talk: 2 p.m. 102 The Plains Road, Middleburg. Each week attendees receive a personalized sneak peek at traveling exhibitions, permanent collections, and the fascinating stories behind the works at the National Sporting and Library Museum’s art collections. No two tours are alike. Reservations not required, and admission is free. Gallery Talks are every Wednesday at 2 p.m. Contact: 540-6876542

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Cub Scout Pack 1161 is celebrating 50 years of Cub Scouts in New Baltimore at their Blue & Gold Banquet on Saturday, Feb. 23, from 4-7 p.m. at the Fairfax Wildlife Club, 4202 Ringwood Road, Nokesville. Along with this 50th anniversary celebration, the scouts will receive achievement awards, and two scouts in the pack will receive their Arrow of Light awards and “cross over” to

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providing opportunities for kids to experience hands-on learning, belong to a den, go camping, race Pinewood Derby cars, serve the community, and grow in citizenship, character, personal fitness, and leadership. Parents, leaders, and friends have played an active role in the program, as they have encouraged the scouts to live by the Cub Scout Motto: “Do Your Best!” Alumni of Pack 1161 are welcome to come by on Saturday to help celebrate 50 years. Banquet will start at 4 pm. If interested, please RSVP to Jeff Scannell at jeffscan@gmail.com.

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The food is fresh and the staff is friendly at Hunan Café By Anita L. Sherman Community Editor

For most of us, Chinese food is nearly as American as apple-pie cuisine. According to the Chinese American Restaurant Association there are three times more Chinese restaurants than McDonald’s restaurants nationwide. And, in our new age of incredible door-to-door food delivery, Chinese food remains the second most frequently ordered food item. Warrenton has its share of Chinese-food options. One of those is Hunan Café in the Oak Springs Plaza Shopping Center, nestled near other favorites like Giant, G. Whillikers and Banners Hallmark. Closed on Mondays, on most other days when you step up to the counter to place your order, you’ll be greeted by a pleasant young man who has worked there on and off for about three years. Meet Kiernan McDonald. A graduate of Fauquier High School, McDonald has called Fauquier County home for about 15 of his 22 years. “I was born in Pensacola, Florida. My parents were in the Navy at the time, and I was born on base. We moved around a lot in my early childhood, we eventually settled in Fauqui-

FAUQUIER FOCUS er,” said McDonald, who started as a part-time delivery driver and then in May of last year accepted a full-time position as the shop assistant. With the frigid temperatures we’ve been having, McDonald recommends his favorite dish – eggplant with garlic sauce to warm up your taste buds and cold bones. “It’s rich and very spicy, excellent meal for a chilly winter evening,” said McDonald who has found a happy work home at Hunan Café. “I love working at Hunan. Jeff and Tina (the managers) are amazing people and have been really great to me as long as I’ve worked here. We have a very hard-working kitchen staff who are dedicated to always producing the highest quality food from fresh ingredients. It’s great because their food is so good that it makes my job of serving and communicating with customers as easy as possible,” said McDonald add-

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Kiernan McDonald works at the Hunan Café in Warrenton. ing, “I love my co-workers, they’re all wonderful people and we have quite a lot of fun together.”  McDonald knows the menu inside and out and shares his enthusiasm with the customers, particularly those who frequent the restaurant often. “Our business thrives because of our regulars, who we are so thankful for, and who often brighten my day with stimulating conversations, stories, and jokes,” said McDonald, who admits that working in the food-service industry can be challenging. “It can be difficult and at times feel very dehumanizing, but when you have regulars who come in, acknowledge you as an individual and not just a restaurant employee, and engage in meaningful conversation it can be a huge lift to your spirits,” said McDonald who, when he isn’t at the restaurant, enjoys music, sports,

going to the movies, and, one of his passions, talking politics. “I played football and rugby for years, and have recently become a pretty big soccer fan, I try to go to as many D.C. United games as possible,” said McDonald. “I’m also (sadly) obsessed with politics and current events, and try to engage in different types of activism. McDonald’s future academic plans include finishing his bachelor’s degree in political science at the University of Mary Washington and possibly pursuing a career in education. Living in the northern part of the county in Orlean, McDonald enjoys the scenery every time he makes the drive into town. “I constantly find myself in awe of the natural beauty of this county, especially Northern Fauquier. I consider it a privilege to be able to wake up every morning and drive through the rolling green hills and beautiful forests of this area. No matter where I’ve been, or where life takes me from here, I’ll always consider Fauquier County home,” said McDonald. Next time you are in the Hunan Café, remember to give a shout out to Kiernan McDonald. He always welcomes a friendly hello and, when it comes to customer service, you won’t find a more smiling and ready to help staffer. And, you might want to consider ordering the eggplant. Visit www.hunancafeus.com or call 540-680-2302. Reach Anita Sherman at asherman@fauquier.com

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Friday, Feb. 22 Night of Worship at Warrenton United Methodist Church: 7-8:30 p.m. Open to the community. Come for an evening filled with music and prayer. Warrenton United Methodist Church, 341 Church St., Warrenton. Spaghetti Dinner: 5-8 p.m. St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 400 N. Church St., Remington. Spaghetti with meat sauce (or Alfredo) will be served from 5-8 p.m. in the Parish Hall. There will also be salad, green beans, garlic bread and dessert. Donations are welcome! Come out for good food and fellowship.

Saturday, Feb. 23 Annual Community Chili Cookoff: 5-7:30 p.m. Grace Episcopal Church, 6507 Main St., The Plains, will host its annual community chili cookoff in the church parish hall. All proceeds from the good-will offering will go toward the “Rise Against Hunger” food-packing event in November at Grace, The Plains. Those who want to enter their chili in the competition should come to the church at 4:15 p.m. to set up. Bring chili in a large Crockpot. To enter cornbread, show up at 4:15 p.m. and bring cornbread wrapped in foil (and bring enough for a crowd to sample). Winners will be announced at 7 p.m. Music will be featured, and water and soda will be available at no cost. Beer and wine will be available for purchase. Everyone who makes a good-will offering will be given a ticket for the door prize drawing. For more information, call the church at 540-253-5177 or email neilpolhemus@gmail.com.

Sunday, Feb. 24 42nd Annual Black History Program: 3:30-6 p.m. Wayland Blue Ridge Baptist

Center, 15044 Ryland Chapel Road, Rixeyville. Presented by the Wayland Blue Ridge Baptist Association Women’s Auxiliary. Guests include Taryn Weaver with her unique and captivating impersonation of Harriet Tubman; music by Dynamic Praise, of Northern Virginia, led by Min. Patricia Lespoir, and Rock Church Liturgical Dancers. Tickets are $5 in advance for adults, $7 at the door, and $1 for schoolage students. For tickets or more information, contact ticket chairperson, 540-661-2013 (cell) or email: nb_roberts@msn.com. Proceeds from the event go towards home and foreign missions and scholarships. Info: www. waylandblueridge.org

Friday, March 1 First Friday Followers: 6-8 p.m. Amissville United Methodist Church, at 14760 Lee Highway, Amissville, sponsors First Friday Followers, beginning in the sanctuary of the church. This is a program of fellowship and activities for children and youth. It meets the first Friday of each month. For questions or more information, call Missy at 540-937-3590.

Saturday, March 2 Human Trafficking Awareness: 9-11:30 a.m. Do you know human trafficking is happening in your community? Come learn more at “New Insights in Human Trafficking Awareness,” March 2 at Greenwich Presbyterian Church, 15305 Vint Hill Road, Nokesville. Speakers include a survivor of human trafficking, detectives and more. Free. To register, visit www.form.jotform.com/90104676619157.

Sunday, March 3 Black History celebration: 3 p.m. First Baptist, 39 Alexandria Pike, Warrenton presents a “Black History Experience – Our Roots, Our Strength!” The audience will participate in reflections about strong folk and strong traditions in the black community. There will be a brief stop at Matt’s Barbershop and Ms. B’s

Beauty Shop and will conclude at the House on the Hill with a good word from the Rev. Kathy Urby. We aim for a Black History experience that will be informative, interactive and fun for all! Contact: Charlene at 856-889-0112.

Ongoing… Fauquier Community Meals: The partial federal government shut down for over a month has put financial and emotional stress on many families in our community in addition to the stress that was already here long before the shutdown began, and will continue long after. Local churches have joined together to plan community meals throughout the month of February with hopes to continue them beyond. Rikki Brown, a member at Bethel United Methodist Church brought the idea to her congregation and to the attention of her friend, Rev. Terri Church, pastor at Our Saviour Lutheran Church. They quickly worked together to rally their congregations and get the word out to other churches to participate in providing affordable community meals so individuals and families who are seeking conversation and some entertainment can gather over a hot meal throughout the month of February. Bethel UMC will host dinners starting at 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Friday nights in its fellowship hall, 6903 Blantyre Road in Warrenton. Our Saviour Lutheran Church will serve dinners from 6:30-7:30 p.m. on Saturday nights at 6194 Dumfries Road, Warrenton. More organizations and churches are invited to participate. For more information, visit Fauquier Community Meals on Facebook. If your church or community organization would like to host a meal, you may sign up at: www. signupgenius.com/go/70a0545aea829a2f49sign, or contact Rikki Brown at kidsminbum@ gmail.com. Rectortown United Methodist Church prepares for 125th anniversary: To celebrate its 125th anniversary this year, Rectortown United Methodist Church is in

search of pictures of RUMC events, activities, or family celebrations (baptism, confirmation, weddings, etc.) to be used in a presentation at the church’s homecoming celebration in May. They are asking for anyone who has photos to email them to rectortownsecretary@gmail. com, or mail them to RUMC, P.O. Box 301, Rectortown VA, 20140. Please identify those in the photos if possible. Hard copy photos will be scanned and returned. Single Moms Support Group meets every second and fourth Tuesday from 6:30-8 p.m. 341 Church St. Warrenton. If you are divorced, in the midst of a divorce or separation, navigating the difficult road of single parenting for the first time or have lived it for years... and need support, the Single Moms Support Group is here for you. Meets at the Warrenton United Methodist Church for understanding, support and connections. Free childcare is provided. All welcome. Contact: 540-347-1367 Fauquier Jewish Congregation Religious School classes resume: Fauquier Jewish Congregation Religious School classes, serving kindergarten through sixth grade, meet on Sunday mornings at the Highland School in Warrenton. The school’s focus is to teach Jewish content and values while building a nurturing and supportive community. New students are welcome to join our continuing students; membership in the congregation is not required. For further information, please contact Rabbi Bill Rudolph at rabbiwdr@gmail.com. Walnut Grove Baptist Church Mid-Day Bible Study: Walnut Grove Baptist Church, 8909 Meetze Road, Warrenton, “Seniors with a Purpose” cordially invites the public to its Mid-Day Bible Study, every Thursday from noon -1 p.m. Open to all. Study will focus on the book “Great Characters of the Bible” by Dr. Alan B. Stringfellow. Contact Louise Gauthier at 571-217-8987.

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Friends of Monroe Park needs more members The Friends of Monroe Park will be meeting tomorrow, Feb. 21, at Monroe Park at 7 p.m. Because they have lost many members in recent years, there is a real chance that this organization will close. If you care about this organization and the wonderful things they do for this community, please attend and show your support. There are three major events that FOMP currently does: the Easter Egg Hunt in the spring, the Goldvein Jubilee in September and the Trunk or Treat in October. They have good volunteer activity for the events but not much help with planning. The meetings are only held a few times a year but are integral to keeping the organization going. I want to encourage everyone to attend this meeting or this may be the end for FOMP! The Bealeton Book Club will be meeting Thursday, Feb. 21, from 2:304 p.m. The club will be discussing “Churchill” and “Orwell” by Thomas E. Ricks. New members are invited! St. Luke’s Episcopal Church is resuming its spaghetti dinners this Friday, Feb. 22. Spaghetti with meat sauce

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American Legion Post 247, located near Remington, at its recent monthly meeting discussed preparing for the 100th anniversary of the American Legion. Post 247 will host the 100th anniversary event at Post 72 at 345 Legion Drive Warrenton, on March 9, from 7-11 p.m. Admission will be $5 per person and includes two drinks and appetizers. Dress is casual and attendees are asked to RSVP by March 3 to their post commander for Post 72, 360 or 247. American Legion 100th Anniversary Commemorative coins will be available from the U.S. Mint beginning March 14. For more information, visit www.catalog.usmint.gov. The Remington Town Council at its last meeting took no formal action on a recent Virginia Department of Transportation study of congested traffic on Remington’s downtown East Main Street during business hours. The VDOT study, requested by Remington, proposed no street parking along

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Beginning Farmer Program starts soon Well it looks as though Punxsutawney Phil may just be wrong this year in calling for an early spring. As I am writing this, the weather forecast is calling for more snow and cold weather coming our way. I did a little research on the accuracy of the legendary groundhog. History shows that in 117 years, good ole Punxsutawney Phil has been right 65 percent of the time. I consider that a pretty good record for a groundhog. His longest streak for correct predictions was for 12 years, from 1958 to 1969. He has had two three-year streaks of incorrect predictions, first from 1948 to 1950 and then again from 2011 to 2013.

Grace Episcopal hosts chili cookoff Saturday Well, Eddie and I just returned from our second cruise. We went to the Bahamas, St. Thomas and St. Maarten. All I have to say is WOW! Beautiful, tropical, warm temperatures and great company! If you haven’t tried a cruise – we highly recommend it! Grace Episcopal Church, 6507 Main St., The Plains will host its annual community chili cookoff on Saturday, Feb. 23, from 5-7:30 p.m., in the church parish hall. All proceeds from the good-will offering will go toward the “Rise Against

AMANDA ARMSTRONG WOODWARD CALVERTON CATLETT CASANOVA 540-295-4925 woodwardamanda1@aol.com Interested in learning how to ride a unicycle? This is your chance. The Unistars Performing Troupe will be at the Vint Hill Community Center, 4235 Aiken Drive Warrenton, on Saturday, Feb. 23, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Following the performance, the group will be offering trial lessons. Calling all high-school seniors! The Catlett, Calverton, Casanova

BRENDA PAYNE MARSHALL THE PLAINS 540-270-1795 marshallvanews@gmail.com Hunger” food-packing event in November at Grace, The Plains. Entrants who want to enter their chili should come to the church at 4:15 p.m. to set up. Bring chili in a large crockpot. To enter cornbread, show up at 4:15 p.m. and bring cornbread

Ruritan Club has college scholarships available to help students fulfill their educational goals. Check with your school guidance counselors to receive the application. Starting soon will be the Beginning Farmer Program sponsored by the Virginia Extension Office. This program is a six-week course and will cover the basics of starting up your farming operation. Some of the topics that will be covered are: basic soil health; crop selection and planting techniques; weed and pest control; and infrastructure needs. For more information, email fauquierfarm@gmail.com or call 540-3417950. Country Club Kennels and The Chance Foundation have recently

taken in 12 dogs that were in desperate need of love, housing and medical attention. Luckily, they are now in a safe environment having their health and nutrition needs met, learning to socialize with both humans and other dogs, and receiving the attention they deserve. If you would like to donate to the medical needs of these dogs, as they will all be spayed and neutered in the near future, donations can be sent to The Chance Foundation, 10739 Bristersburg Road, Catlett, VA 20119. For more information, visit www.countryclubkennels.com or call 540-7883559. I hope everyone has a wonderful week. Again, let me know what it going on in your neighborhood.

wrapped in foil (bring enough for a crowd to sample). Winners will be announced at 7 p.m. Music will be featured, and water and soda will be available at no cost. Beer and wine will be available for purchase. Everyone who makes a goodwill offering will be given a ticket, good for the door prize drawing. For more information, contact the church at 540253-5177 or email neilpolhemus@ gmail.com On Sunday, Feb. 24, stop by the Marshall Volunteer Fire Station for a hearty all-you-can-eat breakfast! We’ll be cooking up some eggs, bacon, scrapple, sausage, biscuits, gravies and apples, oh and don’t forget

the pancakes! Only $8. Breakfast starts at 8 a.m. and ends at 11 a.m. (the grill shuts off at 10:45 a.m., so you’d better be early) – hope to see you at 4160 Rectortown Road, Marshall! Happiest of birthdays to: Hilary Beeler and Robert Glascock on Feb. 20; Talmage Bowen on Feb. 21; Chad Heflin and Linda Hall on Feb. 23; James “Dosey” Soaper on Feb. 24; Carole Rodgers, Jean Lambert, Bonnie Donohue and “Speed” Powers on Feb. 26. Laure Carter and Jessica Ashby on Feb. 27. Happy anniversary to: Fred and Pam Peterson on Feb. 23. Here’s to another fabulous week!

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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

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New OVFRD station will be open soon By the time that you read this, Valentine’s Day will be past. The most loving gift that I received was a lovely clean house provided by my trusted friend and housekeeper, Susan, who makes things near-to-perfect in our home. She also loves the pets! Feb. 23 marks the Breakfast and Books sale from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Orlean Market. Kudos to our neighbor who organized the benefit for the Orlean Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department; we always appreciate the help that comes from the community. Books and other items for the sale may be left on the black bench at the house of the Little Li-

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ANNE DAVIS MARKHAM HUME ORLEAN 540-364-1828 hlfmhouse@aol.com brary on John Barton Payne Road. Items may be brought to the Orlean Market (side entrance on John Barton Payne Road) the day of the sale starting at 8:30 a.m. Help to unload will be available. We understand that some really nice books and videos have been donated so come and take your pick for a small donation.

Moving day is coming for the Orlean Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department. We are happy to report that soon the new station will be in operation with wonderful new facilities for the volunteers and career staff. If you have unused exercise equipment which could be donated for the exercise room, please consider sending it our way. Contact: 540-364-1880. The Buy-A-Brick campaign is ongoing at OVFRD. The purchase of a brick supports the new facility and is a great way to remember a family member, or to recognize a community member or organization. Visit the OVFRD website to learn about ways to donate or contact Alison Jackson at 540-364-0363 for information. Sixty-five bricks have been

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These property transfers, filed Feb. 8-14, 2019 were provided by the Clerk of the Court in Fauquier County. (Please note that to conserve space, only the first person named as the grantor or grantee is listed. The kind of instrument is a deed unless stated otherwise.) Top dollar deal: $3,900,000 in Scott District Cedar Run District Johnny Ruth Graham Tr to Nova Oceanic Research & Development LLC, 3.97 acres nr. Midland. $60,500 RFI WC LC to NVR Inc., Lot 33 on Bob White Drive, Warrenton Chase Phase 1. $211,209

Marshall. $289,000 Ollie Joe Lawler to Ann Marie Lawler, 55.5677 acre residue on Lawler’s Road, Marshall. $500,000 Patricia A. Eggers to Blucom Group LLC, 7322 Windsor Court, Warrenton. $510,000

Jo Ellen M. Godfrey to James Bryan Gibson, 1 acre at 8040 Frytown Road, 2 miles east of Warrenton. $385,000

Anna L. Touhey to Benjamin Garcia, 8629 Anderson Avenue, Marshall. $250,000

Avenir Properties LLC to Maria Victoria Sampedro, 3.86 acres at 5613 Balls Ford Road, nr. Midland. $331,250

Jesse W. Cathell to Benjamin Taylor Lombardo, 136-C Fairfield Drive, Warrenton. $224,900

Marshall District NVP Inc. to Sergio A. Lazo Martinez, 9031 Stone Crest Drive, Warrenton. $514,290 Robert L. Litzinger to Suzanne R. Callahan, 5.0274 acres at 9356 Hart’s Mill Road, nr. Warrenton. $437,000 Jan Elizabeth Taylor to Snow Hill Farm LLC, 7.0954 acres off Freestate Road, Marshall. $115,000 Mark W. Wysocki to David B. Boyer, 45.7516 acres at 7158 Redlin Lane, Marshall. $735,000 Miller Real Estate & Property Management Inc. to William Charles Hughes, 4171 Frost Street, Marshall. $320,000 Daniel DeYoung Hong Tr. to Barking Rose LLC, 10.7021 acres about 3 miles south of Warrenton on U.S. 17-15-29 & Rt. 800. $200,000 Keith E. Cubbage to Samantha Ashby, 0.9694 acre at 9599 Elihu Hill Road,

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High-Heeled Houses LLC by Sub. Tr. to Piedmont Capital Realty LLC, 111 Blue Ridge Street, Warrenton. $275,000 Donna Bowman to Jorge Solorzano, 0.8348 acre at 6399 Nordix Drive, Warrenton. $165,000 Jorge Solorzano to Make LLC, 0.8348 acre at 6399 Nordix Drive, Warrenton. $200,000 Carole E. Hereford Estate by Executor to Robert J. Cunningham Jr., 0.1933 acre at 117 Waterloo Street, Warrenton. $260,000 Helen Diederich to Simon K. Curtis, 32 Sire Way, Warrenton. $260,000 CHC Building LLC to North Rock VBT, 1.1598 acre at 403 Holiday Court, Warrenton. $3,550,000 Lee District

Dottie C. Couick-Newman to William Maenza, 2 acres at 7305 Botha Road, Bealeton. $379,000 NVR Inc. to Derek Robert Tapscott, 7598 Hancock Street, Bealeton. $385,325

donated so far! Volunteers are always needed and welcomed at OVFRD to help with fire and rescue operations and to provide support for those members. We welcome Flavio Renzulli, a new member of the community who lives close by, as a member of OVFRD. Sympathy is extended to the family of Virginia Kyhl Creel. Mrs. Creel was a lifetime resident of the Orlean community and member of Thumb Run Primitive Baptist Church. She was lovingly cared for by her daughter, Wanda, during the past several years when her health failed. Graveside services were held at the Orlean Cemetery on Feb. 14. Stay warm; stay safe and snuggle in during these cold winter days. Spring is coming soon and we can’t wait.

Audrick Dale Brown Sr. by Sub. Tr. to Federal National Mortgage Assn., 2.4198 acres at 14160 Marsh Road, Goldvein. $239,000 Bank of America NA to Secretary of Housing & Urban Development, 13197 Sheffield Lane, Sumerduck. Assessed value $261,700. $10.00 Patricia A. Ermert to Thomas D. Carter, 28 acres approx. 8 miles south of Warrenton & R/W to & from Rt. 663. $137,000 Floyd R. Hitt Jr. to Stanley Kerns Jr., 0.9183 acre at 13840 Union Church Road, Sumerduck. $282,000 Scott District DO Management LLC to Randall C. Burleson, 1.04 acres at 6441 Main Street, The Plains. $400,000 Philip J. Duke to Rallywood Farm LLC, 60.7373 acres and 54.9212 acres on Rallywood Farm Road, Scott District. $3,900,000 Scott J. Yates to Eric Bruce Walker Jr., 5140 Allison Marshall Drive, nr. Warrenton. $585,000 NVR Inc. to Michael Ryan Owens, 7489 Lake Willow Court, nr. Warrenton. $800,720 Fauquier Lakes Limited Partnership to NVR Inc., Lot 103 Phase 11-C, Brookside nr. Warrenton. $433,272 NVR Inc. to Scott McAlee, 7499 Lake Willow Court, nr. Warrenton. $614,325 NVR Inc. to Charles Eugene Mark Moehl, 7456 Lake Willow Court, nr. Warrenton. $585,955

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Watch, try out unicycling Saturday The entire aquatics level at the WARF will be closed on Saturday, Feb. 23, and Sunday, Feb. 24. There will not be a Saturday 8:15 a.m. Cycle; 9:15 a.m. Body Pump or a 10 a.m. Cardio Splash class. Also, there will not be any virtual fitness classes on Saturday or Sunday. In the afternoon from 4 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 23 at Warrenton Central Library (11 Winchester St.), children ages 5 to 10 can come to PAWS to Read. Young people have the opportunity to read to trained and certified therapy dogs. Children must be accompanied by an adult and have a signed permission slip before they can participate. Call 540-422-8500, ext. 6864, for more information. Have you ever tried riding a bicycle built for one? You can watch those who do it on a regular basis at the unicycling performance on Saturday, Feb. 23, at the Vint Hill Gym (4235 Aiken Drive, Warrenton) from 6:30 to 8 p.m. And if you like what you can see, you can try it out for yourself after the performance. At the program, sponsored by the UniStars Unicycling Showtroupe and the Fauquier County Parks and Recreation Department, you will see unicyclists perform their skill and balance on unicycles from 2 to 6 feet tall. Riders will perform formations and navigate ramps. If you already know how to ride a unicycle, come learn new tricks; you may want to join the group. For more information, email theunistars@gmail.com. Also on Saturday Feb. 23, you can listen to songwriter Chris Rall at the Wort Hog Brewing Company (41 Beckham St.) from 5 to 8 p.m. For more information, call 540-3002739.

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Fauquier County joins Read Across America Read Across America is an annual program that encourages every child, in every community, to celebrate reading on March 2, the birthday of children’s author Dr. Seuss. Fauquier County Public Library, in partnership with the Fauquier Education Association, joins the nation-wide celebration and invites elementary-age children to a special story time to celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday! The celebration wouldn’t be complete without a visit by the one and only Cat in the Hat. Each child who attends will receive a complimentary book, courtesy of the Fauquier Education Association. Saturday, March 2, 10:30 a.m. – Noon All Fauquier County Public Library locations. Free; no registration required. Literacy development begins at birth and is fostered by literacy-rich experiences. Young readers need to practice in order to recognize letters and sounds. Motivating them to read is essential to achieve reading success and to

create lifelong readers. The more a child reads, the better they will read. According to United for Libraries, a division of the American Library Association, children ages 3 – 5 who are read to at least three times a week are more likely to: • Recognize letters • Have word-sight recognition • Understand words in context The first Read Across America day was held March 2, 1998. Since then, public libraries, schools, bookstores, churches, hospitals and other community organizations across the United States have joined in, hosting their own community activities. The events - filled with stories, crafts and fun - encourage children to become excited about reading; that excitement can lead to reading success. While Dr. Seuss’ books are iconic, there are many other books for beginning readers to explore. Each year, the Association for Library Service to Children, a division of the American

Library Association, recognizes the most distinguished American book for beginning readers.

The following books were recognized in 2019: Medal Winner “Fox the Tiger” by Corey R. Tabor (winner) Honor Books “The Adventures of Otto: See Pip Flap” by David Milgrim “Fox + Chick: The Party and Other Stories” by Sergio Ruzzier “King and Kayla and the Case of the Lost Tooth” by Dori Hillestad Butler “Tiger vs. Nightmare” by Emily Tetri Fox

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Wednesday, Feb. 20 Half Pints Story Time 10:30-11:30 a.m. (B) 2’s & 3’s Together Story Time 10:30-11:30 a.m. (W) Homework Help for school-age children 5-7 p.m. (B) English-as-a-second-language class, 6-8 p.m. (W) 6:30-8 p.m. (JM) Thursday, Feb. 21 Preschool Story Time 10:30-11:30 a.m. (B) (W) Mystery Book Club noon-1 p.m. (JBP) Warrenton Adult Writing Group 1-3 p.m. (W) Bealeton Book Club meeting 2:30-4 p.m. (B) GED classes 5:30-8 p.m. (B) * Friday, Feb. 22 Book Cellar open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (JBP) Preschool Story Time 10:30-11:30 a.m. (JM) Saturday, Feb. 23 Book Cellar open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (JBP) Monday, Feb. 25 Baby Steps 10:30-11 a.m. (W) Start, Manage & Grow Your Business Using ReferenceUSA 2-3 p.m. Fauquier Enterprise Center – Vint Hill Paws to Read 4-5 p.m. (W) Scrabble for Adults 6-8 p.m. (JM) Marshall Evening Book Club 7-8 p.m. (JM) Tuesday, Feb. 26 Half Pints Story Time 10:30-11:30 a.m. (W) Book ‘N Stitchers 12:30-2:30 p.m. (JM) Homework Help for school-age children 5-7 p.m. (B) GED Classes 5:30-8 p.m. (B) * Pajama Story Time 6-7 p.m. (W) Socrates Café 7-9 p.m. (W

Remember, in the words of Dr. Seuss himself “The more that you read, the more things you will know. * Registration is required The more that you learn, B – Bealeton branch library, 10877 Willow Drive North, Bealeton the more places you’ll go.” JM – John Marshall branch library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall

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OBITUARIES Bruce Allen Jones Bruce Allen Jones, 68 of Bealeton, VA passed on Saturday, February 16, 2019 at Mary Washington Hospital. He was born in Johnson City, Tennessee to the late Cecil and Betty Jones. Bruce is survived by his companion of 30 plus years, Ann Haines; sister Linda McKinney; four step children, Barbara Niemuth and her husband, Steve of Manawa, WI, Tina Mayhugh and her husband, Mike of Nokesville, VA, John R. Haines, Jr. and his wife, Michelle of Manassas, VA and Tracy Haines Porter and her husband, Richie of Warrenton, VA; sixteen grandchildren, Brian, Dylan, Daniel, Michael, Jimmy, David, Ashley, Katie, Carly, John-John, Andrew, Anna, Eddie, Eric, Deacon & Norris. He was preceded in death by his brothers Cecil, Kenneth, and Dan Jones. Bruce, a.k.a Peepaw, loved spending time with his grandchildren. His favorite past time was playing golf, especially when his late brother Dan would go. Peepaw was a very thoughtful person. He was organizing a voluntary lawn service for veterans when he experienced cardiac arrest. The family will receive friends at Moser Funeral Home, 233 Broadview Ave., Warrenton, VA on Friday February 22, 2019 from 10 to 11 a.m. with the funeral service beginning at 11 :00 a.m. Burial will follow in Brightview Cemetery, 8265 Lunsford Rd., Warrenton.

James Valentine Culbertson James Valentine Culbertson, age 79, went to be with our Lord on February 13, 2019. Jim was born February 17, 1939, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, son to Kenneth Sr. and Margaret D. Being born three days after Valentine’s Day and passing just a day before Valentine’s Day was befitting a man who was surrounded by Love. Jim lived the past 25 years in Buena Vista, Colorado after raising his family in Fort Stewart, Georgia and Fauquier County, Virginia. Jim ‘Willie’ as he was affectionately called (due to his likeness to Willie Nelson) had a servant’s heart. He was a founding member and past president of the Chaffee County Habitat for Humanity. Jim loved bluegrass music and also served as a board member and past president of the Walden Chamber Music Association. He was a board member for the Central Colorado Conservancy, and also volunteered with the Arkansas Valley Christian Mission. He was a BSA Scoutmaster for many years, and he contributed to many other causes. He was devoted to the preservation of wildlife and nature, and proud of his military service in the US Army. Jim put his energy, heart and soul into everything he did, including construction, being a head baker, a log cabin builder, and finally in his dream job of working the past 25 years as a caretaker for the Butler family ranch in Buena Vista. A student of philosophy, religion, and staunch supporter of the Constitution, Jim exemplified the ideals of giving more than you receive, the value of hard work, and having integrity in everything he did. Jim’s spirit of kindness, his smile and sparkle in his eyes was felt by everyone who knew him. His Children and Family miss him and Love him deeply and will always try to live up to his spirit as he is “on the road again[{e2}{80}{a6}]” Preceded in death by his parents and brother Kenneth Jr. Jim is survived by his brothers, Richard Culbertson and Robert Culbertson, and his sisters Joy Rossell and Judi Starks, his daughter Kimberli Saunders and husband Tom, his son Kevin Culbertson and wife Renee, his granddaughter Lauren Anne Culbertson, his grandson Daron Lee Culbertson and wife Danielle, his great-granddaughter Lavender Ruth, and many nieces and nephews including, Melissa Williams, Teresa Culbertson-Bush, Linda Ratliff, Mike Culbertson, and Kacie Starks. Jim graduated with the Class of 1957 from Hollidaysburg Senior High School, Pennsylvania; he attended Maryville College, Tennessee; and he served three years in the US Army at Ft. Stewart, Georgia. A ceremony celebrating Jim’s life will take place on Saturday, March 9, 2019, 4:30 PM at Soul Purpose Community Church, 12698 Shipps Store Road, Bealeton, Virginia. A Memorial Facebook page ‘James Valentine Culbertson - a celebration of his life’ is available. Donations in his honor can be made to any of the local causes that Jim supported, or to the Dementia Society of America.

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Helen Pollard Cropp, 96, of Culpeper, Virginia, passed February 12, 2019. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, February 19, 2019, 12:00 pm, at Rising Zion Baptist Church, 18168 Springs Road, Jeffersonton, Virginia, 22724. Online condolences can be given at www.joynesfuneralhome.com

Jermaine Anthony Poles Jermaine Anthony Poles, 33, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed February 13, 2019. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 23, 2019, 11:00 am, at Beulah Baptist Church, 3124 Beulah Road, Markham, Virginia, 22643. Online condolences can be given at www.joynesfuneralhome.com

Thomas Freeland Mason, Jr. Thomas Freeland Mason, Jr. of Westminster Canterbury Richmond VA died February 5, 2019. Born in Colonial Beach, VA, April 26, 1924 to Thomas Freeland Mason and Adelaide Billingsley van Laer. He graduated from Christchurch School and Virginia Tech. He served in the Army during World War II and the Korean War. For many years he was in real estate, insurance, and appraisals in Warrenton, VA. He was the 1959 Outstanding National Chairman of the U. S. Jaycees. In 1979 Mr. Mason was Fauquier County Realtor of the Year. He served on the Warrenton Town Council and was President and Paul Harris Fellow of the Warrenton Rotary. He was a member of the Executive Board of the Episcopal Diocese of Virginia. Mr. Mason retired to Kilmarnock, VA where he enjoyed catching fish and crabs. He was active in the Virginia Waterman’s Association and affiliated with the Kairos Prison Ministry. He is survived by children Thomas Mason, Hardy Mason, and Dee Mason, grand-children Renee Van Sickle, Jeremy Mason, Nicole Mason, and great granddaughter Alethea Mason. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Christchurch School would be appreciated. Funeral will be 11:00 Saturday February 23 at Church of the Epiphany, 8000 Hermitage Road, Richmond, VA. Interment will be at 2:00 Saturday, February 23 at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 9415 Kings Highway, King George, VA. The family will receive friends at 10:30 Saturday February 23 at Church of the Epiphany. Arrangements by http://www.blileyfuneralhomes.com.

Guy O’Brien Combs Guy O’Brien Combs, 81, of Delaplane, VA, passed away Wednesday, February 13, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. He was born and raised in Hardy County, WV and has called Fauquier County, VA his home since 1971. His parents were Jacob Guy Combs, Naomi Faith Miller and his stepmother, Hazel Olive Combs. He is predeceased by two daughters, Billie Mae Combs and Susan Ann Combs. Guy owned and operated a successful insurance agency for over 30 years in Warrenton, VA. For most of his adult life he was an exceptional wood-worker, creating beautiful cabinetry, furniture, signs, toys, and more. Guy was an avid conversationalist and a good neighbor - always willing to drop what he was doing to help another. He was a lifelong outdoorsman and in his latter years, found joy interacting with Virginia’s wonderful wildlife, even being nicknamed “the deer whisperer” by close friends and family. He was strong in faith, engaging in regular prayer and reading of the bible. He is missed by his bird, Charlie, and will be dearly missed and remembered forever by family and friends. Guy is survived by his wife of nearly 60 years, Ludy Frances Combs, and his daughter, Frances Kay Finnerty and her husband, Francis Anderson (Andy) Finnerty, of Warrenton, VA; his grandchildren, Joella Nicole Trueschler and husband, Bryan Gregory Trueschler, and Benson O’Brien Finnerty; His great-grandchildren, Adaline Joy Trueschler, Emerson Gregory Trueschler, Cohen Anderson Trueschler, and Linley June Trueschler. He is also survived by sisters, Ramona Wolford and husband, Dolan Wolford and Carol Crider and husband, Rodney Crider, as well as brother, David Combs and step-brother George Hibbard and wife Viola Hibbard. The family will receive friends at Moser Funeral Home on Thursday, February 21st from 5pm to 7pm. A funeral service will be held at Cool Spring United Methodist Church, Delaplane, VA Friday, February 22nd at 10am. Burial will be in the New Dale Church of the Brethren cemetery, Baker WV. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cool Spring United Methodist Church or the New Dale Church of the Brethren. Online condolences may be offered at www.moserfuneralhome.com.

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OBITUARIES Eva Mae Sharp

Eva Mae Sharp, 85, of Culpeper, Virginia, formerly of Fauquier County, passed February 12, 2019.

Lesley Franklin Griffith

Funeral services were held on Monday, February 18, 2019, 12:00 pm at Little Zion Baptist Church-Greenville, 7600 Greenville Road, Nokesville, Virginia, 20181.

Lesley Franklin Griffith, age 59 a resident of Warrenton, Virginia passed away on February 17, 2019 at his home. He was an electrician for 32 years with Ennis Electric in Manassas. He was predeceased by his parents, Frank and Jean Griffith and his mother-in-law, Judy Clayborne. Les is survived by his wife, Martha Griffith of Warrenton, VA; four children, Alex F. Griffith of Warrenton, VA, Nathan K. Griffith and his wife Jessica of Warrenton, VA, Amanda L. Griffith and Rachel L. Griffith; father-in-law, Larry Clayborne of Bath County, VA; two sisters, Patricia Henderson and her husband Marc of Orange, VA and Gayle Green and her husband David of Gainesville, VA; five grandchildren, Andrew, Michael, Caleb, Kendall and Nathan Griffith. A funeral will be on Saturday, February 23, 2019, 11:00am at Moser Funeral Home. A graveside will follow at Bright View Cemetery, Warrenton, VA. Arrangements by Moser Funeral Home 233 Broadview Ave. Warrenton, VA 20186, 540-347-3431. Online condolences can be made at: moserfuneralhome.com

Online condolences can be given at www.joynesfuneralhome.com

LTC JOHN HARPER, Jr, (Ret) On February 10, 2019, LTC JOHN HARPER, Jr, (Ret), beloved husband of Beulah (nee Jones), devoted father of John III (Rita Schaer), Mark (Jacqueline), and David (Kristen); loving grandfather of 7; dearest brother of Geraldine Sherard and Joyce Stanford (Peter) (brother Melvin preceded him in death) passed away. Also survived by a host of nephews, nieces, family members, brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., and friends. Friends may visit during the wake February 14, 2019 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm at First Mount Zion Baptist Church (FMZBC), 16622 Dumfries Rd, Dumfries, VA 22025; visitation Friday, February 15, 2019 beginning at 10:00 am; funeral service beginning at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes donations for the Ira Dorsey Scholarship Endowment Fund, Inc. at www.idsef.apaxal.com. To leave online condolences for the family, please visit www.amesfh. com. Arrangements by Ames Funeral Home, Inc.

Mary Louise Joynes Jackson Mary Louise Joynes Jackson, 83, of Owings Mills, MD, formerly of Warrenton, VA, passed February 16, 2019, at Howard County General Hospital, Columbia, Maryland. Mary is survived by a son, Hugo Van Jackson, III of Columbia, MD; one brother, George Woodson Joynes of Warrenton, VA; two sisters: Barbara Lee Joynes of Silver Spring, MD and Lois J. Joynes Wysinger of Owings Mills, MD; two grandsons: Hugo Van Jackson, IV and Varon Jackson. Funeral services will be held Friday, February 22, 2019, at 10:30 am at Celebration Church, 6080 Foreland Garth, Columbia, MD 20145. Interment will be Friday, February 22, 2019, 4PM, at Warrenton Cemetery, Warrenton, Virginia. Online condolences can be given at www.joynesfuneralhome.com

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FAUQUIER

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 START OUT YOUR NEW YEAR IN A NEW HOME! CALL TODAY FOR OUR SPECIALS! 540-349-4297 l TDD 711 Hunt Country Manor Apts. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

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Great Country apt, Culpeper, 10 acs, majestic views, 1BR, W/D, 1 furnished HD TV, in-ground 20x40 pool. Wall/ wall carpet & ceramic flrs, w/2 walk in closets. Free elec, water, & trash service included. All this & 10 mins from town for only $1200/ mo. 540-229-9072 Orlean APARTMENT 1BR, 1BA, LR, 2 level, on farm, $800 includes utils.540-2299328

Antiques &

200 Collectibles Stereo- Antique. Large dark brown/cherry cabinet. Magnavox radio/record player (they do not work). $50- cash only. You pick up- Manassas, VA a r e a . C a l l 703-791-3689

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pick-up load $100 ● 1/2 cord $120 ● Cord $220 Plus Delivery YARD CLEAN UP TREE WORK

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Furniture/

228 Appliances Chests/Bed platformLight brown. Handmade. Sturdy and solid. Excellent condition. Lift lid to open for storage. Can put mattress/box spring on top or use chest by itself for storage. Have three- different sizes. Can buy individually or as whole set ($100 for all three). Cash only. You pick up- Manassas, VA area. Call 703-791-3689

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Furniture/ Appliances

Dresser- Five drawers. Medium brown/gold handles. Excellent condition. $140. Cash only. You pick upManassas, VA area. Call 703-791-3689 Dressers- Four drawers. Medium brown/ gold handles. Excellent condition. Have three dressers all the same. Can buy individually or as whole set. $125 each (will give discount if you buy more than one). Cash only. You pick up- Manassas, VA a r e a . C a l l 703-791-3689 Rug pad 10×12 20.00 571-364-1642 minimal wear and tear

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Miscellaneous For Sale

45 RPM record collection, orginial 50´s/ 60´s. Approx 3000. Va r i o u s p r i c e s . 571-344-4300 45 RPM records (lots of 50) 0.50-$1.00 ea, comics $2+ ea, beanies $2+ ea, pez $1+ ea, 571-344-4300 Beatles memorbiliapicture, black & white (60´s), albums, 45´s & magazines.571-3444300 Bowflex Treadclimber Very goodcond, lightly used $150. Email: kimbech83@gmail. com or text/call 540-272-5805. Elvis memorabilia, Yankee memorabilia, Celtics Merch, Hot Wheels/Matchbox cars 571-344-4300 Frank Sinatra, JFK, MIchael Jackson, Redskins, & sports books & mags. Michael Jordon mini chanpionship basketballs + magazines. 571-344-4300 FREE Baby highchair. Good condition. 540-272-0221 Lava antenna 4k HD (2) 50.00 one with j pole DVR (2) with remote 25.00 571-364-1642 M Farmall, $1,450; 5 ft Ford scraper blade, $250; 20-1 inch rebars, approx 20 ft long, m a k e o f f e r . 540-364-1251 Olympic merch $2+ ea, Sports cards $3+, playing cards $3+ ea, Disney Merch $3+ ea, 571-344-4300

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Pittsburgh Hydraulic Table Cart 60730 Brand New. Never used. 500 lb. capacity, manual included. $150 E-mail; aquamarie19@ gmail.com Record albums $5+ ea, Sports Illustrated mags incld swimsuit $5+ ea, Old books $7+ ea, Snoppy merch $1+ ea, 571-344-4300 Stereo- vintage (1970’s). Large brown cabinet. Magnavox radio/record player (they do not work). $50- cash only. You pick up- Manassas, VA a r e a . C a l l 703-791-3689 Tower room heater with remote 35.00. Microwave Panasonic 25.00 571-364-1642 Woodstove Fireplace insert, flat black, new electric blower, good condition. $500. 540-341-4377

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Business Services

G R AV E L : A L L PROJECTS. Topsoil; fill dirt; mulch. No job too small.540-8254150; 540-219-7200 GUTTERS, FREE ESTIMATES.Jack´s Seamless Gutters. 703-339-6676 or 540-373-6644. We keep our minds in the gutter. 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 JENKINS EXCAVATING & LOGGING. Free Estimates, Class A Contractor, Commercial, Residential. Demolition, land clearing, site prep, roads, drives. 540-661-0116 NO SWETT CARPENTRY & REMODELING. FOR ALL YOUR HOME REPAIR AND REMODELING NEEDS. 540-522-5577

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AMERICAN WHISKEY AND BOURBON BOTTLES OR DECANTERS, s e a l e d & unopened. Older, the better. CASH. 540-845-6107 or email: majiddk@ comcast.net

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Babes & Tots Childcare Bealeton, Smoke & Pet Free. Meals & snacks provided. M-F 6am-6pm, $25/ day. BabesandTots Childcare@aol. com 540-522-0508

Home Improvement

NUTTERS PAINTING & SERVICES Call Erik, 540-522-3289 Power Washing, Go from Green to Clean!!540-642-2349, 703-987-5096. Licensed & Insured! Remodeling & custom homes, Certified aging in place specialist. jprimeco@aol. com 540-439-1673. Class A, GC, LEED AP, CAPS. Remodels; New Homes; Windows; Painting; Garages; B a t h r o o m s ; Kitchens; Decks;. Class A. Lic & insured. GMC Enterprises of VA, LLC. 540-937-3471

385 Lawn/Garden GORMANS TREE AND LANDSCAPING SERVICES. Seasonal Clean up. Snow removal, grinding, mowing, take downs. Free estimates. 540-222-4107; 540-825-1000

LAB PUPS, AKC, Choc/ yellow, guar, wormed/ 1st shot, social w/ kids. 703/203/0702 www. belgianwayfarm.com.

LOST & FOUND ADOPTIONS TOO!

FAUQUIER SPCA 540-788-9000 www. fauquierspca.com e-mail fspca@ fauquierspca.com

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PET SITTING/ WALKING Lic & Ins Call Suzy 540-347-1870 Or Text 540-219-2247 Business Services

BROCATO MASONARY & HOME REPAIR Walks, walls, patios stoops, steps, stucco. sone work, landxcaping, gutter cleaning. restoration. Senior discount. Insured 540-270-9309

Hagan´s Build and Design. Specializing in BASEMENTS! All interior & exterior needs! Angies List A w a r d ! 540-522-1056

Announcements

Woodbridge Community Chess Club meets weekly for friendly games at the Woodbridge Wegmans upstairs cafe from 6-10 PM. Experienced and beginners welcome. Https://darbycox237. wixsite.com/ woodbridgechessclub

Calling all Vendors

Gainesville Health and Rehab is having a community event April 27th 11:00 4:00pm. Rental space is $10.00!Info &/or reserve space contact: Patricia Ennis @ 571-248-6100 or email patriciaennis@gainesville-rehab.com. Space is limited reserve today!

Announcements

SPAGHETTI DINNER

Saturday, March 9; 4PM TO 7PM Fauquier Hospital Bistro 500 Hospital Dr. Warrenton, VA ● $8 per adult at door; $7 advance by 3/6/19 ● $7 per senior (60+); $6 advance by 3/6/19 ● $4 per child under 12 ● Kids under 3 eat free with adult ● ● Advance tickets or questions call 540-316-2550

Announcements

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Antiques & Classics

1960 Chevy Impala Convertible, frame-off restoration in 2011. 348-CID W-Series Turbo Thrust Tri-power V8 engine (335 HP). Two-speed Powerglide AT. New white vinyl top. 66k original miles 573-738-0193 text first Boats &

625 Accessories Cobia 19 ft boat inboard outboard motor needs work, great project boat. $2500 worth of new parts in it, paid $2500. Tommy @ (540) 878-9050

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PHANTOM QUILTERS, edge to edge designs, no job too small, quick turn around, serving Fauquier and surrounding counties. 540-764-4178

Home Improvement

Addison´s Building & Remodeling. Additions, basements, b a t h r o o m s , sundecks, repairs. Licensed Insured. 540-244-2869 Addison´s Building & Remodeling. Additions, basements, b a t h r o o m s , sundecks, repairs. Licensed Insured. 540-244-2869 Design/build services. New, renovations, additions for residential. Commercial renovations & tenant uplifting. Licensed & i n s u r e d . 540-428-3050 www. s o u t h s t a r construction.com DRYWALL REPAIR, NO JOB TOO SMALL. 540-439-1715

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NEED LIMO SERVICE... G o o g l e VA L I M O 4 U . Best service around! Call or text 540-860-2192

TOWN OF WARRENTON CEMETERY CLEAN-UP NOTICE

Starting March 4. We will be removing all winter / Christmas flowers. All arrangements, decorations or flowers that are dead, dried up, faded or falling apart. All items that were not attached to headstones, like vases, saddles, baskets, etc., will be disposed of after that date by Town crews. Then the Town will be doing a pre-check / cleaning prior to Mother’s Day and again prior to Memorial Day, so if you have any items, arrangements or containers that may have fallen off or needing attention, please take care of prior to those days. Depending on the weather, we try to schedule these cleanups around those time frames yearly. The Town appreciates your cooperation and if you have any questions or concerns, please call Public Works at 347-1858.

2011 285RLSA StarCraft Travel Star $9,400 Good ConditionContact Brian (540) 827-7455 For all of your Classified Needs Call Times Community Newspapers. We are Where the Readers are! Call TODAY 540-347-4222

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LEGALS CLASSIFIEDS@FAUQUIER.COM Legal Notices

NOTICE FAUQUIER COUNTY BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS MARCH 7, 2019 The Fauquier County Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a work session at 1:45 p.m. on Thursday March 7, 2019 in the John Barton Payne Building, 2 Courthouse Square, Warrenton, Virginia to review the agenda. The following will be on the agenda for the Fauquier County Board of Zoning Appeals meeting to be held on Thursday, March 7, 2019, beginning at 2:00 p.m. in the John Barton Payne Building, 2 Courthouse Square, Warrenton, Virginia: 1. SPECIAL PERMIT – #SPPT-19-010636 – PHILLIP CUSTEAD AND KRISTEN ANDERSON (OWNERS) KRISTEN ANDERSON (APPLICANT) – BLACK DOG FARM INN AT MT. WELBY – An application for a Category 3 Special Permit to allow a Tourist Home, PIN 6909-89-1347-000, located at 4249 Fiery Run Road, Marshall District, Linden, Virginia. (Ben Holt, Staff) 2. SPECIAL PERMIT – #SPPT-19-010639 – UPPERVILLE BUSINESS PARK, LLC (OWNER/APPLICANT) – UPPERVILLE BUSINESS PARK/ SOUTHERN STATES – An application for a Category 13 Special Permit to allow a Farm Supply Establishment, PIN 6054-75-1855-000, 6054-75-1744-000, 6054-75-0680-000, 6054-75-1399-000, 6054-75-0404-000, and 6054-65-8611-000, located at 9183, 9185, 9187, and 9193 John S Mosby Highway, Marshall District, Upperville, Virginia. (Kara Krantz, Staff) Copies of the Zoning Appeals and Variance applications may be examined in the Department of Community Developmentʼs Zoning Office at 29 Ashby Street, Suite 310, Warrenton, Virginia between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. To review files on all other items, please visit the Department of Community Developmentʼs Planning Office at 10 Hotel Street, Suite 305, Warrenton, Virginia between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Fauquier County does not discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in admission or access to its programs and activities. Accommodations will be made for handicapped persons upon prior request. Citizens requiring reasonable accommodation for disabilities should contact Fran Williams, Administrative Manager, at (540) 422-8210.

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Legal Notices

TRUSTEE’S SALE OF 6099 Catlett Road Bealeton, VA 22712 In execution of a Deed of Trust in the original principal amount of $251,175.00, dated November 29, 2004, recorded among the land records of the Circuit Court for Fauquier County on December 2, 2004, as Instrument Number 2004-00021488, in Deed Book 1130, at Page 2072, the undersigned appointed Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at public auction, at the main entrance of the courthouse for the Circuit Court of Fauquier County, 40 Culpeper St, Warrenton, VA on March 8, 2019 at 1:30 PM, the property described in said deed of trust, located at the above address and briefly described as: BEGINNING AT (A), AN IRON PIPE SET CORNER TO POLAND AND IN THE SOUTHWESTERN RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF A5 0 FT. WIDE RIGHT OF WAY, THENCE WITH THE SAID R.O.W. LINES 40 DEGREES 34’38’’ E 310.26 FT. TO (B), AN IRON FOUND CORNER TO NORRIS, THENCE WITH NORRIS AS FOLLOWS: S40 DEGREES 39’20’’ E 72.64 FT. TO (C), AN IRON FOUND, THENCE S 49 DEGREES 14’34’’ N 113.79 FT. TO (D), AN IRON FOUND IN THE LINE OF PRICE, THENCE FIRST WITH PRICE AND THEN KEMPER N 44 DEGREES 27’ 57’’ W 392.20 FT. TO (E), AN IRON PIPE SET CORNER TO POLAND THENCE WITH POLAND N 52 DEGREES 42 13’’ E 140.50 FT. TO (A), THE POINT OF BEGINNING, THE SAID TRACT OF LAND CONTAINING 1.1273 ACRES, FAUQUIER COUNTY, VIRGINIA. Tax ID: 6899-68-2986-000. TERMS OF SALE: ALL CASH. A bidder’s deposit of $11,000.00 or 10% of the sale price, whichever is lower, will be required in the form of a certified or cashier’s check. Cash will not be accepted as a deposit. Settlement within fifteen (15) days of sale, otherwise Trustee may forfeit deposit. Additional terms to be announced at sale. This is a communication from a debt collector. This notice is an attempt to collect on a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. (Trustee # 586557) Substitute Trustee: ALG Trustee, LLC, C/O Orlans PC PO Box 2548, Leesburg, VA 20177, (703) 777-7101, website: http://www.orlans.com Towne #: 5000.2040

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Public Notices Notice to Creditors Estate of James E. Thomas, deceased Notice is hereby given by James E Thomas Jr, Executor of the last will and testament of James E Thomas, of Nokesville, VA, deceased, to the Creditors of and all persons having claims against the deceased, to exhibit them with the necessary vouchers, within 90 days after the first publication of this notice. To James E Thomas Jr; 101 Mary Ann Dr. Lynchburg, VA 24502.

ABC Licenses Full name(s) of owner(s): Aama LLC Trading as: CALVERTON MARKET 4133 Catlett Road, Catlett Fauquier, Virginia 20119-2163 The above establishment is applying to the VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL (ABC) for a WINE & BEER OFF PREMISES license to sell or manufacture alcoholic beverages. Gobinda Poudel, Owner NOTE: Objections to the issuance of this license must be submitted to ABC no later than 30 days from the publishing date of the first of two required newspaper legal notices. Objections should be registered at www.abc.virginia.gov or 800-552-3200.

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EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFIEDS@FAUQUIER.COM Local employment opportunities with The Salvation Army Apply at https://salvationarmysouth.org/careers/ click apply and enter the job ID# in the search window

Carpenters F T, m u s t b e exp´d, reliable & detail oriented. 540-683-5880

COUNTER HELP FT/PT, Good pay M & P Pizza Morrisville, Va

540-439-3935 Ask for Jim

Licensed Real Estate Assistant

The Salvation Army Careers The Salvation Army USA; salvationarmysouth.org The Salvation Army is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities to ensure equal access to employment opportunities and benefits of employment. Please call 540-349-8076.

Warrenton: F/T Truck Driver/Sorter ($12.20/hour) #5835

to assist wellestablished busy B r o k e r i n Washington, VA. Part-time ok. Text/Call for info:

540-522-0188 Part Time

560 Employment HORSE CARE

P/T, Sun´s AM & PM feeding. Hrs/ p a y n e g o . Casanova/ Warrenton area. 540-347-3137

This Could be YOUR AD! Call 347-4222

Pipe Foreman

Established sitework contractor looks to add a qualified Pipe Foreman. - 3-5 years of experience and driver’s license required. - Fluent with English and Spanish preferred. Call (540) 364-9600 or email: jobs@tristardev.com

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Temporary/Seasonal work in a vineyard handling manual tasks including pruning, thinning and harvesting activities associated with production of grapes, from 3/15/2019 to 10/15/2019 at Stone Tower Winery , Leesburg, VA in Loudoun county. This job requires a minimum of 3 months of agricultural experience, preferably working in a vineyard handling manual tasks including pruning, thinning and harvesting activities associated with production of grapes. Saturday work required. Must be able to lift/carry 60 lbs. $12.25/hr or current applicable AEWR. Raise/bonus at employer discretion. Workers are guaranteed 3/4 of work hours of total period. Work tools, supplies, equipment supplied by employer without charge to worker. Housing with kitchen facilities provided at no cost to only those workers who are not reasonably able to return same day to their place of residence at time of recruitment. Transportation and subsistence expenses to work site will be paid to nonresident workers not later than upon completion of 50% of the job contract. Interviews required. Apply for this job at nearest State Workforce Agency in state in which this ad appears, or Virginia Employment Commission-Winchester, 419 North Cameron Street , Winchester, VA 22601. Ph: (540) 722-3447. Provide copy of this ad. VA Job Order #1545955.

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Temporary/seasonal work caring for/ maintaining alpacas on an alpaca farm, from 3/11/2019 to 12/20/2019 at Mary’s Alpaca LLC , The Plains, VA in Fauquier county. This job requires a minimum of three months of verifiable prior experience working on an alpaca farm, handling both manual and machine tasks. Experience with shearing, birthing and breeding is essential. Saturday work required. Must be able to lift/carry 60 lbs. $12.25/hr or current applicable AEWR. Raise/bonus at employer discretion. Workers are guaranteed 3/4 of work hours of total period. Work tools, supplies, equipment supplied by employer without charge to worker. Housing with kitchen facilities provided at no cost to only those workers who are not reasonably able to return same day to their place of residence at time of recruitment. Transportation and subsistence expenses to work site will be paid to nonresident workers not later than upon completion of 50% of the job contract. Interviews required. Apply for this job at nearest State Workforce Agency in state in which this ad appears, or Virginia Employment Commission-Winchester, 419 North Cameron Street , Winchester, VA 22601. Ph: (540) 722-3447. Provide copy of this ad. VA Job Order #1539962.

LEGALS CLASSIFIEDS@FAUQUIER.COM PUBLIC NOTICE FAUQUIER COUNTY AGRICULTURAL AND FORESTAL DISTRICT ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING MARCH 4, 2019 6:30 P.M. WARREN GREEN BUILDING, SECOND FLOOR CONFERENCE ROOM, 10 HOTEL STREET, WARRENTON, VIRGINIA Notice is hereby given that pursuant to Code of Virginia §15.2-4311 et seq., the Fauquier County Agricultural and Forestal District Advisory Committee will hold a public meeting to discuss the renewal of the following Agricultural and Forestal Districts: District Name Expiration Date Springs Valley June 30, 2019 Upperville June 30, 2019 In addition, pursuant to Code of Virginia §15.2-4300 et seq., the Agricultural and Forestal District Advisory Committee will consider the following applications to have land added as noted below: District Name Parcel I.D. # Acreange Addition to Marshall/Warrenton Christine A. Fox 6966-66-4380-000 25.0000 (AGFO-18-010355) Addition to Marshall/Warrenton (AGFO-19-010649)

White Dog Farm, LLC

6966-95-7817-000

25.5972

Addition to Southern Fauquier (AGFO-19-010546)

Frederick & Sherrie Koch

7901-56-2496-000

26.8340

Addition to Southern Fauquier (AGFO-19-010576

Michael W. & Sandra L. Cole

7921-90-0877-000

41.3800

Addition to Southern Fauquier (AGFO-19-010617)

Joel H. & Wanda H. Morgan

7839-72-7190-000 7839-61-9909-000

7.7710 26.4500

The Fauquier County Agricultural and Forestal District Advisory Committee will review and make recommendations to the Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors concerning the above additions.  Department of Community Development, Planning Division, 10 Hotel Street, Suite 305, Warrenton, Virginia. Fauquier County does not discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in admission or access to its programs and activities. Accommodations will be made for handicapped persons upon prior request. Citizens requiring reasonable accommodation for disabilities should contact Fran Williams, Administrative Manager, at (540) 422-8210.

Have you ever wanted to be part of a world-renowned, Michelin 3-star restaurant and luxury resort? The Inn at Little Washington, located in Washington VA, is currently hiring for the below positions: - Bartender / Bar Supervisor - Breakfast Server - Floral Assistant - Gardener II - Housekeeper - Housekeeping Supervisor - Maintenance Technician - Reservations Agent - Seamstress (P/T) - Server Assistant - Sommelier - Special Events Coordinator - Special Events Server (P/T) - Table Captain - Valet / Bellperson Great benefit package! To apply, simply visit our website at www.theinnatlittlewashington. com/careers/.

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EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFIEDS@FAUQUIER.COM

Plumber

new work and remodels paid holidays, vaca & truck provided 703-690-6405 ● 540-439-7303

Equipment Operator

Established sitework contractor needs an experienced Equipment Operator. 3 -5 years of experience with track and backhoe equipment. Call (540) 364-9600 or email: jobs@tristardev.com

Principal Fauquier County Public Schools is currently accepting Principal applications for the following school locations: · Fauquier High School · HM Pearson Elementary School Must hold or be eligible for a Virginia teaching certification with an endorsement in Administration and Supervision, K-12. For complete job description and to submit an online application, visit: jobs.fauquiercounty.gov EEO/AA/M/F/D

Administrative Assistant needed for CEO of Construction Firm in Marshall, VA.

The ideal candidate will be detail oriented with superior problem-solving skills, have excellent oral and written communication skills that allow them to communicate with customers and staff members with extreme professionalism, be highly organized and capable of multitasking, proficient in using a field service management system and various other computer software (Google Calendar/Mail, MS software applications, general office equipment, etc.) Accounting knowledge and bachelor’s degree preferred. Please respond with cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to: customercare@bmw-vamd.com SoilKeepers, LLC seeks an

Owner/General Manager

to take over operations March 1, 2019

The Center for Natural Capital, a 501 c-3 charitable organization, uses environmental entrepreneurship to help people, communities, and nature in the mid-Atlantic, U.S. The Center seeks an experienced landscape professional with a passion to use landscape contracting to help people, pets, and Mother Nature in the Fredericksburg-Warrenton-Charlottesville region. The Center seeks an Owner that will grow the business while maintaining an allied relationship with the Center’s Wildlife Habitat and Planning enterprise, Central Virginia Wildlife Habitat Cooperative. This is a unique business opportunity with an established and loyal customer base. The Center will train & help equip the Owner to hit the ground running while also assisting with enrolling new landowners. Contact Michael Collins, Executive Director at mike@naturalcapital.us with a written letter of interest

Director of Facilities Fauquier County Public Schools is currently accepting applications for the Director of Facilities. Experience in a school division preferred with facilities management, construction management, or related field required. Competitive salary and benefits. For complete job description and to submit an online application, visit: jobs.fauquiercounty.gov EEO/AA/M/F/D

FIELD INSTALLER

for Mainstreet Mailboxes & More in Manassas. Paid training, company truck provided after training. Competitive pay. Clean driving record preferred. Must be able to lift 60lbs. Contact Mike Horner at mhorner@mainstreet-mailboxes.com

Senior Pastor

FT, ordained Baptist minister with strong leadership, organizational skills, delivers Bible-based sermons, teaches sound doctrine, directs Christian growth and development, committed to continuing Christian education, development and increase in community outreach, missions, and follow the by-laws governing this church. A letter of interest; copies of ministerial license & ordination certificate; resume summarizing relevant ministry, professional & educational experience; letters of recommendations 2 clergy, 1 personal; copies of degree(s) & official transcripts

PT EVENING CLEANING POSITION Warrenton, school environment. 9p - 12a, Monday-Friday. POSITIONS TO START MARCH 1! Exp preferred. Must be able to pass criminal background check. Must have a good work ethic, work well and communicates well with others.

Call 540-545-4125

to set interview time.

Submit package by mail to: Bethel Baptist Church Search Committee, Attn: Deaconess Ethel Williams - Secretary, PO Box 415, Amissville, VA 20106-0415.

Fauquier County Public Schools Excellence by Design

Join us for our

Annual Teacher Job Fair

on Saturday, March 16, 2019 at Liberty High School from 8 am – 1 pm. To register: jobs.fauquiercounty.gov EEO/AA/M/F/D

Private Duty Nurse

PRN/On call ● Must be an LPN/RN licensed in VA with BLS and CPR certification. ● 5+ yrs exp. required, senior care a plus. ● ● Ideal candidate will be a critical thinker, reliable, discreet, honest and responsible. Serious applicants only.

540-253-5228 to schedule interview. Northern Fauquier County

Administrative Assistant Warrenton, Virginia firm has immediate FT position for an admin/technical assistant. Detail-oriented, ability to multi-task, and MS Word/Excel knowledge a must; familiarity with QuickBooks, accounting software, and/ or Access a plus. Training will be provided. Send resume and salary requirements to MKA via email at:

info@mkassociates.com or fax to 540-428-3560

HIRING

● FOREMEN ● PIPE FOREMEN ● PIPE CREW ● EQUIPMENT OPERATORS ● TRUCK DRIVERS ● LABORERS ● MECHANIC EXCELLENT PAY AND BENEFITS.

540-364-4800

WHEN: February 21, 2019 TIME: 2pm – 6pm WHERE: 5551 Wellington Rd. - Gainesville

ON THE SPOT INTERVIEWS SIGN ON BONUSES FOR FOREMAN & CDL! Hiring for multiple positions: ASPHALT PLANT, PAVING CREW SHOP & CREW FOREMAN, CDL DRIVERS SAFETY OFFICER & FLEET ANALYST Visit www.superiorpaving.net for a full list of open positions and submit an application today! SUPERIOR PAVING CORP. IS PROUD TO BE AN EEO & AA EMPLOYER MINORITY / FEMALE / VETERAN / DISABLED

Fauquier Times | www.fauquier.com | February 20, 2019

BUSINESS SERVICE DIRECTORY Carpentry

Driveways

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Home Improvment

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Fauquier Times | www.fauquier.com | February 20, 2019

BUSINESS SERVICE DIRECTORY Power Washing

Windows Cleaning

Professional Services

POTOMAC WINDOW CLEANING CO.

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Tree Service/Firewood

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Painting/Wallpaper

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Fauquier Times | www.fauquier.com | February 20, 2019

540.349.1221 | c21nm.com 85 Garrett St. Warrenton, VA 8078 Crescent Park Dr. #205, Gainesville, VA

HUGE REDUCTION CALL Jackie Douglass 540-687-1263

5 Bd, 3 Ba on 11.22 Acres, formal living/dining room, Updated Country kitchen, rear deck, Fenced yard, oversized garage, storage ,New heat pump, OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 2pm-4pm

8777 Hunt Trail, Warrenton, VA 20187

Call Tammy Roop 540-270-9409 *Over 2700 sq ft Rambler Wood floors, stone fireplace SS appliances, Granite, Finished bsmt/wood stove, 2 stall barn The Plains, VA—$589,000

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Call Brenda Rich 540-270-1659 *Condo, 2 Bd, 2.5 Ba, Living room w/ gas fireplace, Bedrooms are Masters w/baths Warrenton, VA—$205,000

CALL Mandy Brown 540-718-2459

Beautiful Parcels Conventional Perc, Bring your Builder Culpeper, VA $74,000—$84,900

New Home for Spring! 4 Bd, 2 full Ba, Large porch 90+ Acres rich in history Bealeton, VA—$975,000

Call Maryann Dubell 540-212-1100 3 Finished levels, all new carpet/ paint, Soaring 2 story family room w/ fireplace, lower level in law suite Culpeper, VA—$384,000

ALL Tammy Roop 540-270-9409 *Builder Ready to Build your dream 5 Acre Lot with stream, front porch, master on main level, w/o basement, Amissville, VA $449,000

COMING SOON CALL Amber Castles 703-399-5923

3 Bd, 3 Ba single family home, 1361 sq ft Gainesville, VA-Low $400s

NEW PRICE CALL Don Robertson 540-229-3825

* One acre just miles from Warrenton/Culpeper Value in land, house has no power/septic Warrenton, VA $165,000

CALL Brenda Rich 540-270-1659 *Split foyer in cul de sac *Fenced yard, deck, porch *Large driveway, room to expan Bealeton, VA—$289,900

CALL Brenda Rich 540-270-1659 Beautiful home on 17 pastured acres, large open floor plan, Main level master, study, great room, sitting area, formal dining/living, Hardwood floors, gas fireplace, Gourmet kitchen Catlett, VA—$899,000

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The Plains, VA—$559,900

CALL Brenda Rich 540-270-1659

*Brick rambler, 7+ Acres Hardwood floors, full bsmnt, open floor plan Midland, VA -$479,000

WE FEATURE THE PEOPLE, PLACES AND SPACES THAT MAKE OUR COMMUNITY OUR COMMUNITY!

The Fauquier Community Food Bank and Thrift Store, Inc.

CALL Tammy Roop 540-270-9409 *Gorgeous Colonial, 4 Bd, 2 1/2 Ba Large kitchen, formal dining, large living room w/gas fireplace Deck , Wrap-around Porch Remington, VA—$315,000

Our food pantry serves 30 to 60 food insecure families per day 5 days per week. With generous donations from local grocery stores, churches, organizations and citizens our families receive a full cart of groceries twice per month. We love our donations and with every $1 we receive or profit at our thrift store we can purchase $4 worth of food. All donations of food and household items are welcome. With much gratitude and thanks to our community we would not be able to help our neighbors in need.

All donations can be dropped oﬀ at: 249 East Shirley Ave, Warrenton, VA 20186