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Chris Butler withdraws from sheriff’s race

By Coy Ferrell

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

Chris Butler announced Sunday that he is no longer running for sheriff, leaving Interim Sheriff Jeremy Falls as the only announced candidate for November’s special election. Former Sheriff Bob Mosier resigned Jan. 18 after Gov. Glenn Youngkin appointed him to a cabinet position.

Butler has represented Lee District on the Fauquier County Board of Supervisors since 2016. He said that campaigning for sheriff — combined with his full-time job at S.W. Rodgers and his part-time job as a county supervisor — has put a severe strain on his family life. Since he announced his candidacy Jan. 22, he said he has been away from home almost every night, leaving no time for his family.

“Physically, I just don’t think I could do it,” he added, citing the prospect of campaigning for the next nine months while still working full time and representing

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Fauquier County supervisor Chris Butler announced last month that he would be running for Fauquier County sheriff, but said Sunday that he would bow out of that race. his constituents on the board. He said that his wife, Lisa, has been “extremely supportive” but that “we both realized that this is going to be hard on us.”

See BUTLER, page 7

Nothing’s fishy: Gizzard shad die-off at Lake Brittle is a common, natural occurrence

By Cher Muzyk

Special to the Fauquier Times

Hikers and birders visiting the normally serene Lake Brittle over the weekend might have been alarmed when they came upon hundreds of dead fish washing up on the banks of the lake and more floating belly-up in the water off the fishing pier.

Lake Brittle is a 77acre public fishing reservoir in Vint Hill built in 1953.

Ring-billed seagulls hovered above the mounds of dead fish, squawking and swarming and plucking at the fish heads.

The unsightly scene evoked lots of questions among lake visitors, especially con-

cern for the health of Lake Brittle.

But there’s no need to worry, according to John Odenkirk, fisheries biologist with the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources.

“A shad die-off event is a completely natural occurrence. It is very common this time of year” and does not signify any environmental problems for the lake ecology, he said.

Odenkirk identified the silvery blue-green fish found on the shores of Lake Brittle as gizzard shad, a smaller fish that is very sensitive to sudden temperature changes. He said gizzard shad die-offs are common, especially this See FISH, page 13

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A PATH TO THE PLAYOFFS

Makayla Foddrell and the Fauquier Falcons are making a push for regionals, as are the Kettle Run boys. Regional wrestling, swimming and track results.

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COVID-19 snapshot Tuesday, Feb. 15 New cases of coronavirus

Virginia: 2,993 Tuesday; 7-day average of 3,540 Fauquier: 17 Tuesday; 7-day average of 26; 12,625 cases to date Perspective: The highest number of new cases since the start of the pandemic – 26,175, was recorded Saturday, Jan. 8.

Seven-day positivity average (total PCR tests vs. positive tests) Virginia: 11.4% Rappahannock-Rapidan Health District: 15.7% Perspective: The Centers for Disease Control reports that the positivity rating for Fauquier County is at 14%.

In the school division

Positive cases since school opened for the 2021-22 school year: 1,143; 773 in children, 370 in staff Perspective: There are 64 “active” cases in the school division, 39 in students and 25 in staff. People stay on the active list for five days after first reporting an infection, a recent change from 10 days. It should be noted that teachers must obtain a PCR test in order to take time off from work when they test positive for COVID. Students who feel ill may take home tests, but those tests are not counted on the school’s dashboard, so positive cases in students may be undercounted.

New hospitalizations

Virginia: 26 on Tuesday Fauquier: 1 on Tuesday; 60 in December 2021; 91 so far in 2022

New deaths

Virginia: 82 Tuesday; 7-day average is 79 Fauquier: none on Tuesday; 124 to date Perspective: The VDH reports that there was a delay in reporting of fatalities in January and some of those are still being reported in February.

Rates of transmission

Fauquier: High (Rate of cases per 100,000 is 324; percent positivity is 14%)

Vaccinations

Virginia: 79.7% of population has received one dose; 71% are fully vaccinated; 34.1% have received a booster Fauquier: 75.6% of population have received one dose; 69.2% are fully vaccinated; 35.5% have received a booster

Breakthrough cases

The VDH website says that unvaccinated people have developed COVID-19 at a rate 4.6 times higher than fully vaccinated people, and two times higher than partially vaccinated people.

The rate of infections (per 100,000) people is 2,319 for fully vaccinated people, 5,351 for partially vaccinated people and 10,852 for unvaccinated people.

Source: Virginia Department of Health, unless otherwise noted.

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Great Dane Eris was one of many unique treasures at Old Town Woodworking Aimée O’Grady

Special to the Fauquier Times

Fauquier County residents love their dogs. They are paraded up and down Main Street during the First Friday Dog Days of Summer, meet up with fellow-canine friends at one of two local dog parks and cool off with water stations beside several Fauquier retailers.

Eris, a Great Dane, brightened workdays for the employees at Old Town Woodworking for more than a decade. She died Feb. 7.

Steve Bailey fell for Great Danes nearly 20 years ago when he adopted his first gentle giant from a breeder.

Stonewall died when he was only 7 years old. “I knew what to expect of the breed’s lifespan. Large breed dogs just don’t live very long,” he said.

According to the American Kennel Club, Danes generally live between 8 and 10 years and some reach only 6 or 7 years of age. The larger the dog, the shorter the lifespan, but for families that make space for a large dog, the paw print they leave is indelible.

Bailey waited two years before adopting a second Dane, Eris. That was on October 27, 2010. At the time of her death on Feb. 7, Eris was an impressive 11 years, 3 months old.

Eris accompanied Bailey to work at Old Town Woodworking, 545 Old Meetze Road.

“We came to the shop the day she was adopted. She was the lap dog of our office manager, [Erin Nieder], for as long as possible,” he said.

“Eris was an adorable puppy, and as she matured, it was clear she was very sweet, loving, loyal and smart,” said Bailey. Eris would track him through the workshop; if she lost track of him, she backtracked to find where she went off his scent.

Longevity thrives at the location.

The property was once owned by William Hanback, a master cabinetmaker who operated his cabinet business there for more than 40 years.

Peter Hart and Doug Doudy are the current owners of the shop and have continued the legacy Hanback started nearly 100 years ago.

The shop doesn’t boast elaborate offices or display rooms. It operates without any unnecessary embellishments; those are reserved for the custom woodwork. “Our clients are typically designers working on behalf of high-end customers. When they come to the shop, they appreciate its simplicity,” Bailey said. All the craftsmanship at Old Town Woodworking is done by hand by three cabinet makers – Bailey is one of them -- using hand planes, carving chisels and hand laid inlays. A draftsman uses computer programs to generated designs, but once he crosses the office threshold into the workshop, the technology is left behind.

Eris was well-suited for the business since she too was quiet and unassuming. The large, gentle dog spent her days sleeping in the of-

Eris was the mascot at Old Town Woodworking and best friend of owner Steve Bailey. She may have been one of the longest-living Great Danes in the United States.

She died Feb. 7.

Great Danes

Male Great Danes can reach 32 inches from floor to withers (shoulders), whereas females can reach 30 inches. Males weigh up to 175 pounds compared to a female’s 140 pounds. When standing on their hind legs, they tower over most people.

Danes are known for their friendly, patient, dependable and protective temperaments. fice or following Bailey through the workshop. She lifted her head when the store manager came in and she rummaged her nose deep in a desk drawer where the treats were kept until she was granted one. When deliveries were made, one treat was dropped beside the package for her.

Eris became a mascot for the business. Instagram pages included photos of Eris inspecting work in progress. When asked by a deliveryman if she bites, Bailey responded, “Eris doesn’t know dogs bite; please don’t tell her.”

Bailey was Eris’s owner, but everyone at Old Town Woodworking was a part of her family. When asked to sing the song of people, Eris howled out a tune.

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Merle-colored Eris was well past her prime. At the end of her life, she weighted around 100 lbs, down from 125. On frigid winter days, she wore a vest to keep her frail frame warm. When she turned 10, Bailey celebrated with a hamburger for her from Five Guys.

Bailey credited her longevity to the fact that she was rarely alone, “Her family was at the shop, and she was always with them. We took turns walking with her on the land behind the shop,” he said.

In addition to long walks during the workday, Bailey took her hiking.

On New Year’s Day, she hiked six miles with him in Shenandoah National Park.

Bailey has always known that Eris was a special dog. At the time of her death, she kept company with only a few Danes that are over a decade old. According to online records, Eris may have been one of the oldest Danes in the United States.

Old Town Woodworking offers many original pieces. “Our clients don’t want the kind of work that just anyone could produce; they want a one-of-a-kind showpiece,” said Bailey. This sentiment can be extended to Eris, who, like the items in the shop, was also one-of-a-kind.

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County, farmer reach agreement on fill dirt violation in floodplain No harm done to floodplain, says county; special exception granted

“I knew it was part of a floodplain, but I didn’t know there were any regulations against it. I feel terrible.”

By Peter Cary

Piedmont Journalism Foundation

A Fauquier County farmer who allowed 5,000 truckloads of dirt to be dumped into a floodplain on his property has been granted a special exception by the board of supervisors, letting him keep the dirt in place. Had he not received the exception, which largely settled his long-standing zoning violation case, he would have been required to remove all the dirt he had put in place to save his cattle back in 2018.

However, other nearby properties owned or operated by his relatives have dirt-dumping violations that have yet to be resolved. “There’s multiple properties involved, and it’s an ongoing matter that they are continuing to work on,” said County Attorney Tracy Gallehr. “So this is just the first of several resolutions that needed to be considered by the board in an effort to try to bring the properties into compliance.”

County officials have been expressing concern since 2017 that some farmers were accepting excess fill dirt from highway and other construction projects and piling it on their properties. Contractors may pay farmers up to $50 a truckload to take the dirt, creating what the county describes as unregulated dumps.

Documents show that Lee Roy Nissley, managing member of Cedar Run Farm LLC at 9566 Elk Run Road, was sent a violation notice on Oct. 31, 2018, after an inspection by a county agent. The inspector found that he had filled in a 100-year floodplain without getting a special exception, which is normally required for such a non-permitted use on a property.

According to the documents, Nissley told county officials that earlier in 2018 he had brought in about 5,000 truckloads of fill dirt from a construction project in Prince William County. The fill raised six acres of his land by approximately eight feet. Nissley said he had been having trouble with cattle drowning in floodwaters in the low-lying area and hoped that raising the land would solve the problem.

He said in an interview Monday that a trucking contractor approached him about bringing dirt to his property. The contractor told him it would be OK to bring in the dirt; Nissley said he did not

LEE ROY NISSLEY

know he was violating any laws. “I knew it was part of a floodplain, but I didn’t know there were any regulations against it,” he said. “I feel terrible.”

On Sept. 13, 2018 a zoning ordinance amendment was adopted by the board of supervisors that placed severe restrictions on filling practices on agricultural land. But Nissley said the fill had been placed before the adoption of the ordinance.

He said the hauling company told him all permits for the excavated dirt were in place. He also said he did not even want that much dirt. He does not live on the Elk Run Road farm, but about five miles away behind the Pine Grove Mennonite Church on Dumfries Road. He said he put up signs telling the truckers to stop bringing in the dirt, but they would not cease, and he was not there to stop them.

“I told him quit it, that this is enough dirt. And they kept right on bringing the dirt,” he said.

Still, the county’s position was that Nissley was in violation of the zoning laws: he had filled in the floodplain without getting a special exception or the required zoning and grading permits.

On Oct. 25, 2019, the county sent Nissley a “Notice of Zoning Violation and Corrective Order.” It said he had done nothing to remedy the situation in the past year, and gave him two options. One was to apply for zoning and land disturbing permits that would allow him to remove all 5,000 loads of dirt from the property. The other was to obtain a special exception that would “allow the fill to remain.”

Nissley said the trucking contractor said he would take care of the applications, and he trusted that he was doing so. But, in fact, little was being done. On Oct. 26, 2021, assistant zoning chief Heather Jenkins asked a senior assistant county attorney to get involved.

“No adverse impacts were incurred by the fill placement.”

ADAM SHELLENBERGER Fauquier County chief planner

Learning of this, Nissley said he turned to a company that was helping him create a wetlands easement on his property and asked them for help.

He said they got the process back on track.

By Jan. 20, the community development staff had drafted a resolution to give Nissley his special exception. It was considered by the planning commission on that date. No one spoke at the hearing, and the commission sent the special exception on to the supervisors, who approved it unanimously on Feb. 10.

Working in Nissley’s favor was a staff analysis that said the property would continue to be used for agriculture, that the fill was stabilized and that it would not increase flooding. Nissley added that the raised pasture now prevents manure and cattle feed from being washed into Cedar Run. “No adverse impacts were incurred by the fill placement,” said county chief planner Adam Shellenberger.

Shellenberger also noted that, though it was not a condition for the exception, Nissley was working toward putting 65 acres of his land next to Cedar Run under an easement that would create and restore wetlands – all to improve the health of the watershed.

Nissley is still required by the special exception’s wording to obtain zoning and land-disturbing permits for the fill that was placed on his property. He has one year to do this or he must obtain another special exception.

On neighboring farms

The other properties near Nissley’s that are still working their way through dirt-dumping violations have some unique problems. For instance, zoning assistant Jenkins said two of them operated by the Nissley family that are trying to obtain special exceptions hold large quantities of asphalt road millings and yet are in conservation easements. The board of supervisors will have to decide whether the millings can stay or must be removed.

Gallehr said it made sense that the county’s staff would have focused on the Nissley parcel first. “I presume they chose to proceed on that one because it was a little less complicated in that it wasn’t subject to a conservation easement,” she said.

Migratory waterfowl likely source of avian flu in local poultry ginia Department of Agriculture tic Flyway,” a north-south migratory Poultry owners urged to practice ‘maximum biosecurity’ and Consumer Services, depart- route used by hundreds of wild bird

By Coy Ferrell

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

Federal and state agriculture officials are urging owners of commercial and backyard poultry flocks to practice “maximum biosecurity” after “highly pathogenic avian influenza” has been detected in flocks in several areas on the East Coast, including in Fauquier County. Migrating waterfowl are the most likely source of the infection, a Virginia official said Tuesday.

The birds from Fauquier County were tested by a state lab after a county resident reported several fatalities in their flock to the Vir-

ment communications director Michael Wallace told the Fauquier Times.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced Monday that HPAI had been confirmed in a “flock of commercial broiler chickens in Fulton County, Kentucky, and a backyard flock of mixed species birds in Fauquier County, Virginia.” There is no immediate threat to human health, the agency emphasized, noting that no cases of avian flu in humans have been detected in the United States.

In the past month, similar infections have been detected as far south as South Carolina along the “Atlan-

species. Biologists believe that migrating birds come into contact with domesticated birds and transmit the virus, Wallace said.

“We’re encouraging backyard and commercial poultry owners to practice maximum biosecurity,” he said. Waterfowl hunters should be especially careful to avoid contact with domesticated birds after touching wild birds — two waterfowl taken by hunters in Henrico County, for instance, tested positive for the virus. “Wild birds can be infected with HPAI without appearing sick,” an agriculture department explainer document emphasized.

Resources

In light of the recent HPAI infections in domesticated birds, owners of poultry are urged to practice “maximum biosecurity.”

More information about best practices can be found at healthybirds.aphis.usda.gov.

Unusual sickness or fatalities in a flock of poultry should be reported to the Virginia Office of Veterinary Services by calling 804-786-2483.

Members of the public who notice at least five dead waterfowl, seabirds, shorebirds, upland game birds or avian scavengers should report their observations to the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources at dwr.virginia.gov/ wildlife/diseases/bird-mortalityreporting-form

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Warrenton Police officers get positive ‘reviews’ from residents Guardian Score system polices the police

By Robin Earl

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

It’s kind of like Yelp for police officers.

The Guardian Score program uses customer satisfaction surveys to gauge how well Warrenton Police Department officers are interacting with the public. After a 90-day pilot program, the department has a score of 4.98 out of 5.

The WPD is applying for a $4,500 “Make it Happen” grant from the PATH Foundation to extend the program for a full year.

Here’s how it works: When a WPD officer has an interaction with the public – a traffic stop, for instance, or a call at a resident’s home – the officer gives a business card to the resident with a QR code that is unique to the officer.

The resident can use the QR code to fill out a survey. The officer is scored on: the ability to explain “why;” listening skills; fairness; professionalism; and the ability to explain next steps. The survey includes about a dozen questions and a place for comments. Each survey may only be filled out once.

The results are captured on a dashboard that is accessible to every officer, supervisor and commander in the WPD. Comments are checked through

body cam footage. If a resident enters a negative comment on the survey, for instance, the body cam can confirm whether or not the officer behaved in a less than professional manner.

“This only works if you have and use body cams,” said Warrenton Chief Michael Kochis.

He said that 65 survey responses were received in the 90-day pilot period, and almost all were positive.

Comments included: “Officer Asplundh was polite, professional and helpful;” “Officer Radel was nothing but professional ... I look forward to be pulled over by him in the future,” and “She was very polite and understanding. She fully explained the situation with professionalism.”

One person who was given a traffic ticket found they couldn’t start their car when the encounter was over. That person wrote, “Big thanks to both officers who after pulling me over helped me jump start my car!”

On the Guardian Score Facebook page on Dec. 21, this comment from a Warrenton resident praised a WPD officer, “My young granddaughter was driving, and started crying when we were pulled over because of my failing to renew my tags. The officer couldn’t have been nicer and put my granddaughter at ease after explaining the law to both of us so it doesn’t happen again. Great experience, I

Every card handed out by Warrenton Police Department officers has a QR code that takes residents to a customer satisfaction survey. think the survey thing is a good idea.”

Kochis said that he has noticed that since the Guardian Score system has been in place, his officers are being especially conscientious about making sure every encounter with a resident is polite and respectful. In a letter to the Warrenton Town Council about the program, Kochis wrote, “Knowing that their interaction may be evaluated has definitely made them focus on explaining the why, listening and explaining next steps. Having the ability to measure relational policing practices by evaluating confirmed interactions will not only change officer behavior, but also build upon community trust, which is so important.”

Moving forward, the QR codes

will be added to officers’ own business cards instead of using a separate Guardian Score card. The WPD will also have the ability to personalize questions for specific officers, depending on the particular way that person interacts with the public.

The “Make it Happen” grant, if approved, will pay for the new business cards and maintenance of the dashboard.

The Warrenton Police Department is the first police department to use the Guardian Score, but the police department at Virginia Commonwealth University has recently started using the system.

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Funding approved for permanent career firefighters in Warrenton

By Coy Ferrell

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

County supervisors Feb. 10 approved funding for 10 additional professional fire and rescue personnel. All of the new career firefighters will be based at the Warrenton Volunteer Fire Company, giving the station round-the-clock professional staffing for the first time in its history.

Officials at the Warrenton station have said that recruiting enough volunteers to staff the station sufficiently has been impossible after criminal conduct at the station was made public last year.

The county will allocate slightly more than $1 million per year to pay for the increased staffing, which adds to the 125 existing professional fire and rescue positions on the county payroll. Separately, with county supervisors’ consent, the town of Warrenton transferred its two employees based at the Warrenton station to the county in December. Those positions will add $216,000 annually to the county’s payroll.

The combined 12 additional firefighters are intended to provide a permanent solution to a stop-gap measure put in place last year. Since the revelations of criminal conduct and the subsequent drop in volunteers, the Fauquier County Department of Fire, Rescue and Emergency Management has paid for its employees to work overtime to fill the gap in staffing.

In a separate resolution passed last month, supervisors directed the county’s 11 volunteer fire companies to adopt “consistent and appropriate human resources and risk management policies”— the same standards that currently apply to paid firefighters — for volunteers as a condition of funding.

Fire and rescue services in Fauquier County are funded primarily through the Fire and Rescue Levy, a tax on real estate that is currently 13.3 cents per $100 of assessed value. A $19.5 million budget was approved for the department for the current fiscal year.

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Chris Butler withdraws from sheriff’s race BUTLER, from page 1 Butler emphasized that he will still be a vocal advocate for the employees of the Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office as a county supervisor and will try to address the concerns that sheriff’s deputies have raised with him this year. He said, “I’m not giving up on them. I think I can do more for these men and women from my position on the board [of supervisors].”

Butler said he has met with more than 40 deputies over the past month.

Falls and Butler spoke Sunday.

“We did have a chance to get into some specifics,” Falls said the following day about what he characterized a frank discussion about possible “morale issues” in the force.

Noting that the past two years — the pandemic and anti-police protests, especially — have put an additional strain on law enforcement officers, Falls said that “we’re working to address some things.”

Butler, who sits on the board of supervisors’ public safety committee, “has been a great supporter of law enforcement from day one,” said Falls, adding, “I respect Supervisor Butler tremendously.”

In explaining his reasons for dropping out of the race, Butler said that if Falls had to run for office while simultaneously running the county’s law enforcement agency, a prolonged campaign would hurt his ability to address deputies’ concerns immediately. “I don’t think that’s the best thing for the county right now,” said Butler.

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Special election set for Nov. 8 The 20th Circuit Court has signed off on Fauquier County’s proposal to hold a special election for sheriff this year, officially making Nov. 8 the date of the election to choose a permanent successor to former Sheriff Bob Mosier, whose term expires Dec. 31, 2023. Nov. 8 is also the date of the 2022 general election.

Butler also asked Falls for a seat on the Sheriff’s Advisory Board.

Falls told the Fauquier Times that it is something that he would “certainly evaluate” as the agency continues the transition to a post-Mosier era.

Regardless, he said, Butler would be invited to the group’s meetings.

Butler was himself a sheriff’s deputy until 1996, when he was injured on the job and forced to find another career. He has on several occasions used his position on the board to sponsor raises for county employees, including those in those in the sheriff’s office and the fire and rescue department.

Falls was the highest-ranking deputy under Mosier, serving with the Fairfax County Sheriff’s Office for two decades before coming to Fauquier County in 2016 after Mosier was first elected. When Mosier resigned last month, Falls was sworn in as the interim sheriff and will serve in that capacity until after the special election.

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Grace Miller Elementary access road to be renamed for slain teacher

By Coy Ferrell

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

A portion of Independence Avenue, a school access road in Bealeton, will soon become Bengü Gerek Avenue after supervisors passed a resolution Feb. 10 to honor the Grace Miller Elementary School teacher who was killed last month.

Bengü Beachley, whose surname was Gerek before marriage, was shot to death Jan. 23 in what police called an “apparent murder-suicide.” Bengü Beachley’s mother, who was also injured in the shooting, told the Fauquier Times that Beachley’s ex-husband opened fire on the two women as they arrived at Beachley’s home in Bealeton. Beachley’s divorce had been finalized only days before.

Supervisor Chris Butler (Lee District) explained last week that he asked Beachley’s friends and family what the county could do to honor her memory. The idea of naming the access road next to Grace Miller Elementary was a common suggestion, he said.

“These folks reached out to me and asked me to do something in her remembrance. And I couldn’t think of anything better than everybody turning in off Route 28 and seeing her name on that sign

and remembering her. I don’t want to remember the negative, but I do want to remember the positive impact she had on these kids,” said Butler.

Throughout the contentious divorce, Bengü Beachley alleged her then-husband repeatedly threatened and harassed her. Last year, she filed for a protective order against him, but the request was denied by a judge.

“I just want folks to know that domestic violence is not OK,” Butler said at the Feb. 10 meeting. “And if anyone’s in a situation — and if you have to call me, please call me — call someone.

But please don’t take domestic violence lightly.

If you see something, if you know something, say something. Please say something to law enforcement so we can avoid situations like this in the future.”

Butler amended his original resolution, which would have renamed the road to Bengü Beachley Avenue, to reflect the teacher’s unmarried surname instead. Changing the name of the access road will have no effect on the street addresses for Grace Miller or Liberty High School next door. The only cost will be $508 to install new road signs.

Reach Coy Ferrell at cferrell@fauquier.com

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Bengü Beachley, formerly Bengü Gerek, was killed Jan. 23. She was a teacher at Grace Miller Elementary.

As budget season looms, possible loss of grocery tax revenue could leave county making up the difference Decisions pending in General Assembly will impact county funding

By Coy Ferrell

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

If the Virginia General Assembly follows through on Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s campaign promise to repeal the grocery tax, the county could lose $2.5 million of annual revenue, according to the county budget office. Supervisors brought up the issue at their Feb. 10 meeting; they are preparing to approve a final annual budget — and real estate tax rate — by April 4.

“We’re starting out in the hole,” said Supervisor Holder Trumbo (Scott District) in reference to the possible loss of the grocery tax revenue. He pleaded with county residents to provide input during the upcoming budget adoption process. “Now, more than ever, we need our citizenry to step up and tell us how you want us to spend your money, or not spend your money. … This is the time to let us know what you think.”

Supervisor Rick Gerhardt (Cedar Run District) also chimed in. “The state will most likely be tak-

ing funds away from us through the grocery tax reduction,” he said. “Unfortunately, we will have to make that up somehow.”

On Feb. 11, however, the Senate of Virginia Finance Committee offered a possible reprieve for local governments. On a 13-2 vote, the committee approved a compromise measure that would repeal three-fifths of the grocery sales tax but leave in place the portion of the tax that directly funds local governments.

Currently, the grocery tax is 2.5%, less than half of the 5.3% sales tax for non-food items. The revenue is currently split between local school divisions (1%), local governments (1%) and a state transportation program (0.5%).

Senate Bill 451, as amended, would repeal the portion of the tax that the state redistributes to local school divisions based on the number of school-aged residents. The version of the bill advanced Feb. 11 See FUNDING, page 10

Overall real estate tax rate per $100 of assessed value $1.05

99¢ from 2002 to 2005

$1.00

$1.039 in 2016 and 2017

$0.95 $0.90

99.4¢ from 2019 to 2021

$0.85 $0.80

76.5¢ in 2008 and 2009

$0.75 $0.70 $0.65 $0.60

64.5¢ in 2006 and 2007 2002

2004

2006

2008

2010

2012

2014

2016

2018

2020

Budget background

For FY 2022, supervisors approved a $341 million budget, including $151 million for the school division. An influx of federal stimulus funds, however, enabled supervisors to fund major projects midyear, including $10 million for a rural broadband initiative and 5% raises for all county employees.

Real estate taxes are the main source of local revenue for the county government, accounting for $102 million of the total $160 million in local revenue in the current fiscal year. The county’s real estate tax rate has remained at $0.994 per $100 of assessed value for three years.

The quadrennial reassessment of taxable real estate value, however, will take effect this year.

The assessments completed several months ago found that taxable value of real estate in the county had risen by more than 25% since 2017, meaning that tax revenue could increase by more than $20 million if the tax rate remained the same. County officials have emphasized that the tax rate could be lowered to offset the increase in taxable value.

Some increase in the actual real estate tax collected will be necessary to fund the county’s current list of capital improvements, although those projects could be pushed back as part of this year’s budget process. The construction of a new, consolidated courthouse, the construction of a Bealeton fire station, improvements to the Central Sports Complex and the expansion and renovation of Taylor Middle School are all included in the county’s current five-year spending plan.

Additionally, Superintendent of Schools David Jeck last month introduced a draft budget proposal that would increase the school division’s operating budget by $14.4 million.

About half of those additional funds, to be used for pay increases for teachers and other staffers, would come from the state government. But the remaining $7.4 million would require an increase in local funding. For the past three years, the county’s contribution to the school division has remained unchanged — at $93.1 million.

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James Embrey pleads guilty to role as accessory in murder of Kelly Gray

By Liam Bowman

Piedmont Journalism Foundation

A second accomplice of Melody Glascock in the June 2020 murder of Kelly Gray pleaded guilty Feb. 10 to a felony charge of accessory after the fact in a homicide. James Samuel Embrey III, 22, of Stephens City, admitted to driving Glascock to the Bealeton apartment where she stabbed Gray to death, then disposing of evidence for Glascock after the murder.

Fauquier Circuit Judge James Fisher ordered that Embrey remain free on bail until his sentencing hearing on May 5. He could face between one and five years imprisonment.

Embrey’s mother, Maria Embrey, 42, was also charged as an accomplice in the murder. She pleaded guilty last August to a misdemeanor charge of accessory after the fact in a felony. Maria Embrey was given a suspended 12-month sentence and placed on 12 months of probation.

James and Maria Embrey had implicated themselves as accomplices through their testimony at Glascock’s trial in June. Both, however, denied knowing beforehand that Glascock intended to kill Gray.

Kelly Gray’s husband testified during Glascock’s trial that he and his wife were in a three-way romantic relationship with Glascock’s ex-girlfriend. Throughout the trial, prosecutors suggested that Glascock’s jealousy over this romantic arrangement motivated her to kill Kelly Gray, whom Glascock saw as a romantic rival.

Glascock, who was sentenced to life in prison for the murder last October, died in custody Jan. 7 from COVID-19 complications.

During Glascock’s trial, James Embrey said that on June 18, 2020, he received a call from Glascock, who asked him to meet her in a parking lot in Marshall to pick up her ex-girlfriend’s son. Glascock, Embrey later testified, told him that she had cancer and “was not feeling up to go alone.” Embrey agreed to meet her but asked his mother to go with him.

The Embreys had known Glas-

James Embrey cock for about 20 years, Maria Embrey testified, but had become closer acquaintances over the previous few months.

That evening, when James and Maria Embrey arrived at the Food Lion parking lot in Marshall, Glascock immediately asked for their cell phones. She said that “the radiation from the cell phones or something messes with her when she … goes through her chemo and treatments for her cancer and asked if she could put them in her car,” James Embrey said.

Glascock then said that her ex-girlfriend was running late and instructed the Embreys to instead take her to the ex-girlfriend’s apartment in Bealeton to pick up the child.

“I hesitated, but then she was saying that she was too sick to drive,” Embrey testified, “and I agreed to just drive her.”

According to later court testimony, Glascock was lying about having cancer.

Following Glascock’s directions, James Embrey stopped at Rankin’s Hardware in Warrenton, where Glascock purchased a large kitchen knife. Glascock told him she needed the knife for an upcoming camping trip, “to cut watermelon,” Embrey testified.

When the trio arrived at the Beale-

As budget season looms, possible loss of grocery tax revenue could leave county making up the difference FUNDING, from page 8 stipulates that school divisions would receive comparable funding to what they would have received before the tax repeal, although a source of the make-up funding is not specified.

The legislation would also eliminate the one-fifth portion of the tax that pays into the Commonwealth Transportation Fund. Smart Scale, the local road improvement prioritization system is part of that fund. Fauquier County is currently set to benefit from

about $46 million in upcoming Smart Scale projects. Sales tax revenue is just one of several funding mechanisms for the program, however.

The Senate bill would also repeal all taxes on the sale of “essential personal hygiene products” but retain a 1% tax on groceries, all of which would be distributed directly to the local governments where the transactions occurred.

Reach Coy Ferrell at cferrell@ fauquier.com

ton apartment complex where both the Grays and Glascock’s ex-girlfriend lived, Glascock told Embrey to stay outside to watch for the return of Gray’s husband. His mother, he said, accompanied Glascock up to Gray’s apartment but came back down quickly.

Glascock “had told me she was going to talk to” Kelly Gray, Maria Embrey testified, and told her to go wait in the car. Both Embreys recalled Glascock holding a plastic bag as she climbed the stairwell.

When Glascock came back down to the car a few minutes later, the three drove back to Marshall. Maria Embrey remembered Glascock saying, “I f------ her up.”

Glascock then convinced the Embreys to come to her Linden residence under the pretense of letting her dog out, James Embrey testified.

But once there, Glascock handed him the clothes she had been wearing, told him to buy her the exact same clothing from the Front Royal Walmart and then dispose of the old clothes.

“I was standing in the living room, and she handed me a ball of clothes, and she told me … to get rid of them,” Embrey testified. He added that Glascock gave him specific instructions to drive to a specific bridge near Harrisburg, Pennsylvania and throw the clothes into the Susquehanna River.

Doorbell camera footage from Glascock’s residence presented during her trial show Embrey walking out the front door with Glascock’s clothes. Glascock and Maria Embrey are then seen exiting the house, with Glascock wearing different clothes than she arrived in.

Embrey testified that he discarded the clothes where Glascock had indicated and returned to his home between 2 and 3 a.m. the next morning.

During this trip, Embrey also “sent and received multiple phone calls and text messages from Glascock” that he later deleted from his phone, according to his plea agreement.

When pressed by prosecutors on why they continued to help Glascock, both Embreys suggested that

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they followed Glascock’s instructions out of fear. “She told me if I said anything to anyone, she was going to kill me,” James Embrey testified.

Glascock and both Embreys were ultimately arrested in connection with the murder on June 21, 2020.

When questioned by law enforcement, Embrey initially lied about his involvement.

According to his plea agreement, Embrey first told investigators that he was not with Glascock at the time of the murder. He then said that he had thrown Glascock’s clothes from the murder out of his car along Interstate 66 in Warren County. At another point, he said that “Glascock had met him under the bridge the night of the murder, brandished a firearm at him, gave him a large package of unknown items and instructed him to throw it into the river in Pennsylvania.” During Glascock’s trial, Embrey admitted to making several false statements to law enforcement.

“I told the story wrong twice or once, I believe,” Embrey testified.

When asked by prosecutors why he had fabricated his story, Embrey responded, “I’m not really sure. I was extremely frightened of her. I don’t really know why I told them that story.” He also insisted that the testimony he gave during Glascock’s trial was correct.

Shortly following her arrest, on June 26, 2020, Glascock made a phone call from the Northwest Regional Detention Center in which she admitted to using the Embreys to cover her tracks. She had James and Maria Embrey drive her to Bealeton, she said, so her car would be seen in a Marshall parking lot while she was in Bealeton. “My car needed to be where it was,” she was heard saying in the recorded call.

James Embrey, who spent nearly a year in custody before being granted bond last May, was initially scheduled to plea to his accessory charge in September. But the hearing was delayed after he tested positive for COVID-19.

Liam Bowman may be reached at lbowman@fauquier.com

Fiscal Year 2023 begins July 1, and county supervisors are currently set to approve on April 4 the FY 2023 budget, the real estate tax rate for calendar year 2022 and a five-year capital spending plan. A public hearing is scheduled for March 15.

Board of supervisors budget meetings are designated below with “BoS.” School board budget meetings are designated with “SB.” • Feb. 28, 6 p.m.: SB work session and public hearing at Fauquier High School • March 4, 1 p.m.: BoS work session at the Warren Green Building • March 10, 4 p.m.: BoS work session at the Warren Green Building • March 15, 3 p.m.: BoS/SB joint work session, location to be determined • March 15, 7 p.m.: BoS public hearing at Fauquier High School • March 18, 2 p.m.: BoS work session at the Warren Green Building • March 29, 2 p.m.: BoS work session at the Warren Green Building • March 31, 4 p.m.: BoS mark-up/mark-down at the Warren Green Building • April 4, 4 p.m.: BoS budget adoption at the Warren Green Building

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Culpeper man killed, 14 cattle escape from trailer after crash on U.S. 29 Virginia State Police are investigating a fatal two-vehicle crash that occurred Saturday night along U.S. 29 in Culpeper County.

At 10:45 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 12, a Ford pickup truck with an attached livestock trailer was traveling north on U.S. 29 and attempted a left turn onto Mountain Run Lake Road.

As the pickup crossed the highway, it collided with a southbound Mercedes SUV, according to Sgt. Brent Coffey of the VSP. Fourteen cattle escaped from the trailer as a result of the crash.

A passenger in the Mercedes, Adam Atkins, 56, of Culpeper, suffered serious injuries in the crash and was transported to UVA Med-

ical Center for treatment, where he later died.

The driver of the Mercedes, Ginger Goff, 57, of Culpeper, was also taken to UVA Medical Center and treated for non-life-threatening injuries. Goff has since been charged with driving while intoxicated, according to the VSP spokesman.

The driver of the pickup, Peter Jones, 33, of Amissville, was uninjured in the crash. He has been charged with failure to yield right of way.

As of Monday afternoon, the owner of the livestock was working with Culpeper County Animal Control to locate the escaped cattle, Coffey said.

The crash is still under investigation.

Car break-ins reported in Warrenton, Bealeton over the weekend The Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office is investigating several reported car break-ins in the Bealeton area that may have occurred in the early morning hours of Feb. 12.

Multiple vehicles had contents gone through and items stolen, according to a press release by Lt. Steven Lewis. The release added that the cars targeted had been left unlocked. Deputies are actively investigating incidents in the following areas: • 11200 block of Meadfield Drive • 6600 block of Hanback Court • 11300 block of Crest Lane See BREAK-INS, page 13

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF A FILING BY VIRGINIA ELECTRIC AND POWER COMPANY NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF A FILING BY ELECTRIC AND POWER COMPANY FORVIRGINIA COST ALLOCATION METHODOLOGIES FOR RPS FOR PROGRAM COST ALLOCATION FOR RPS RELATEDMETHODOLOGIES COSTS AND BENEFITS PROGRAM RELATED COSTS AND BENEFITS AND FOR PROXY VALUE CALCULATION METHODOLOGIES AND FOR PROXY CASE VALUE CALCULATION METHODOLOGIES NO. PUR-2021-00156 CASE NO. PUR-2021-00156 During the Virginia Virginia General General Assembly Assembly enacted enacted Chapters Chapters 1193 1193 (HB (HB 1526) 1526)and and1194 1194(SB (SB851) 851)of ofthe the2020 2020Virginia VirginiaActs ActsofofAssembly.

Assembly. These Theseduplicate duplicateActs ActsofofAssembly, Assembly,known knownasasthe theVirginia Virginia During its its 2020 2020 Session, Session, the Clean Economy Act (“VCEA”), (“VCEA”), became became effective effective on on July July 1, 1, 2020.

2020. The The VCEA VCEAestablishes establishesaamandatory mandatoryrenewable renewableenergy energyportfolio portfoliostandard standard(“RPS”) (“RPS”)program program(“RPS (“RPSProgram”) Program”)for forVirginia VirginiaElectric Electricand andPower Power Company (“Dominion” or “Company”) in Code Code §§ 56 56 585.5.

585.5. To To comply comply with with the the RPS RPS Program, Program,Dominion Dominionmust mustprocure procureand andretire retirerenewable renewableenergy energycertificates certificates(“RECs”) (“RECs”)originating originatingfrom fromqualifying qualifyingsources. sources.

Subdivision D 4 of Code § 56-585.5 also requires Dominion to submit annually to the State Corporation Commission (“Commission”) a plan and petition for approval for the development of new solar and Subdivision D 4 of Code § 56-585.5 also requires Dominion to submit annually to the State Corporation Commission (“Commission”) a plan and petition for approval for the development of new solar and onshore wind wind generation generation capacity onshore capacity (“RPS (“RPS Plan”).

Plan”).

In Case PUR 2020 00134, Dominion submitted its first RPS Plan to the Commission (“2020 RPS Plan”). On April 30, 2021, the Commission issued its Final Order in the 2020 RPS Plan (“2020 RPS Final

In Case PUR 2020of00134, Dominion submitted itsCommission first RPS Plan to the aCommission RPSclause Plan”).framework On April for 30, the 2021, the Commission issued its Final Order inbythe 2020 RPS Plan RPS Order”).

As part its 2020 RPS Final Order, the adopted general rate (“2020 adjustment recovery of RPS related costs, as proposed Commission Staff (“2020 (“Staff”) andFinal Order”). part of itsunder 2020 which RPS Final Order, thewill Commission adopted a general rate adjustment clause framework for the recovery of RPSthat related costs, as and proposed

by Commission Staff (“Staff”) and refined byAs Dominion, the Company recover costs of resources approved under the VCEA. The Commission also directed jurisdictional class allocation methodologies be addressed refined Dominion,next under whichRPS the proceeding Company will costsproceeding of resources approved under the VCEA. The Commission also directed that jurisdictional and class allocation methodologies be addressed in eitherby Dominion’s annual or inrecover a separate initiated by the Commission. in either Dominion’s next annual RPS proceeding or in a separate proceeding initiated by the Commission.

As was further discussed in the 2020 RPS Plan case, approval of Staff’s proposed cost recovery framework would necessitate the development of a proxy value for the avoided capacity costs that would be re-

alized Dominion does not bid 2020 a particular Company owned RPS Program resource the PJM Interconnection, L.L.C. (“PJM”), capacity market, but instead usesthe theavoided resource to reduce its that future capacity As wasiffurther discussed in the RPS Plan case, approval of Staff’s proposed costinto recovery framework would necessitate the development of a proxy value for capacity costs would be reobligations. The Commission did not adopt a proxy value for these avoided capacity costs in its 2020 RPS Final Order. alized if Dominion does not bid a particular Company owned RPS Program resource into the PJM Interconnection, L.L.C. (“PJM”), capacity market, but instead uses the resource to reduce its future capacity obligations.

The Commission did filed not adopt a proxy value fora these avoided capacityofcosts its 2020 RPS Finaldesignated Order. Rider RPS, pursuant to Code § 56-585.1 A 5 d (“Rider RPS Petition”). Through On November 9, 2020, Dominion with the Commission petition for approval a rateinadjustment clause, its Rider RPS Petition, Dominion sought to recover costs related to compliance with the mandatory RPS Program established in the VCEA. On July 1, 2021, the Commission issued its Final Order in that

proceeding (“Rider RPSDominion Final Order”).

As noted in the Rider aRPS Finalfor Order, approval of Staff’s proposed rate designated design framework in the 2020 RPS Plan proceeding requires a proxy value for RECs to be On November 9, 2020, filed with the Commission petition approval of a rate adjustment clause, Rider RPS, pursuant to Code § 56-585.1 A 5 d (“Rider RPS Petition”).

Through transferred from renewable energysought projects Rider costs RPS. related The Hearing Examiner found, and we agreed, the determination theVCEA. appropriate REC1,proxy should be decided futureOrder proceeding its Rider RPS Petition, Dominion to to recover to compliance with the mandatory RPS that Program established inofthe On July 2021,value the Commission issued in itsaFinal in that to allow for a more robust to be developed. proceeding (“Rider RPSrecord Final Order”).

As noted in the Rider RPS Final Order, approval of Staff’s proposed rate design framework in the 2020 RPS Plan proceeding requires a proxy value for RECs to be transferred renewable energy projects RPS. The Hearing Examiner found, in and wecurrent agreed, thatwhich the determination of the RECrelated proxy to value be decided in a future proceeding to On August from 11, 2021, the Commission issuedtoanRider Order Establishing Proceeding (“Order”) the case, opened a docket to appropriate consider issues costshould allocation of Dominion’s resources allow for aunder morethe robust record developed.proxy approved VCEA and to thebeappropriate values for avoided capacity costs and RECs. In its Order, the Commission directed Dominion to make a filing (“Filing”) that addressed these issues, presented alternative cost allocation methodologies for the Commission’s consideration, and provided responses to certain questions set forth in the Order.

On August 11, 2021, the Commission issued an Order Establishing Proceeding (“Order”) in the current case, which opened a docket to consider issues related to cost allocation of Dominion’s resources On December Dominion submitted itsproxy Filingvalues with the As part its RECs. Filing, the Company presents five alternative allocation methodologies for the Commission’s approved under22, the2021, VCEA and the appropriate for Commission. avoided capacity costsofand In its Order, the Commission directedcost Dominion to make a filing (“Filing”) that addressedconsideration: these issues, presented alternative cost allocation methodologies for the Commission’s consideration, and provided responses to certain questions set forth in the Order. (i) Using an allocation factor based on the average and excess methodology (“Factor 1”) to allocate demand-related costs and benefits (capacity) and using an energy-only allocation factor (“Factor 3”) to

allocate energy-related and benefits (energy, RECs), consistent with the classification such costs and benefits in thefive Company’s costcost of service (“Cost of Service Classification”); On December 22, 2021,costs Dominion submitted its Filing with the Commission.

As part of itsofFiling, the Company presents alternative allocation methodologies for the Commission’s consideration: (ii) Using Factor 1 to allocate all costs and benefits (capacity, energy, RECs);

(i) Using an allocation factor based on the average and excess methodology (“Factor 1”) to allocate demand-related costs and benefits (capacity) and using an energy-only allocation factor (“Factor 3”) to allocate energy-related costs and (energy, consistent the classification of such costs and benefits in the Company’s cost of service (“Cost of Service Classification”); (iii) Using Factor 3 to allocate allbenefits costs and benefitsRECs), (capacity, energy,with RECs); (iv)Using UsingFactor a modified Factor 1all based thebenefits load during the PJM five coincident (ii) 1 to allocate costsonand (capacity, energy, RECs); peak hours, instead of the single coincident peak, to allocate all costs and benefits; and (v) Using the summer winter peak and average method to allocate all costs and benefits. (iii) Using Factor 3 to allocate all costs and benefits (capacity, energy, RECs);

Dominion recommends approval of the Cost of Service Classification methodology for the allocation of system costs to the jurisdictional level and for the allocation of jurisdictional costs to the class level.

(iv) Using athe modified Factor 1 based on the the PJM five coincident peak hours, instead ofresources, the singleregardless coincidentofpeak, to allocate all costs and benefits; and is Company owned or contracted Moreover, Company proposes to use the load Costduring of Service Classification methodology for all VCEA the type of resource or whether the resource for under a power purchase agreement.

(v) Using the summer winter peak and average method to allocate all costs and benefits.

In its Filing, Dominion also provided its proposed methodology for calculating the proxy value of avoided capacity costs associated with resources that are not bid into the PJM capacity market. Domin-

ion proposes to use the clearing from theofbase residual auction for the appropriate year multiplied by thetocapacity amount produced byfor thethe generating unit to calculate thecosts proxy for level. the Dominion recommends approvalprice of the Cost Service Classification for delivery theamount allocation of system costs the jurisdictional level and allocation jurisdictional to value the class avoided capacity costs associated with that The Companymethodology states the capacity produced by the generating unit would be measured by the effectiveofload carrying capability class rating Moreover, to use thespecific Cost ofunit.

Service Classification methodology forunit all VCEA regardless type ofcapacity resource or whether the resource Company contracted values and the anyCompany other PJMproposes adjustments.

The Company proposes that the specific generating would resources, only be credited with of thethe avoided cost proxy value if the unitiswas known owned prior toorthe time the for under a power purchaserequirement agreement. plan is due for that delivery year.

Company’s fixed resource The also included in its Filing proposed methodology calculating RECs tocapacity be transferred from renewable energy projects Rider The Company to establish In itsCompany Filing, Dominion also provided its its proposed methodology forfor calculating theproxy proxyvalues value for of avoided costs associated with resources that aretonot bid RPS. into the PJM capacityseeks market.

DominREC proxy values at price the REC quoted on broker sheets over a prior twelve-month period.

Specifically, the Company recommends using the averageunit weekly prices for current reporting ion proposes to useby thelooking clearing fromprices the base residual auction for the appropriate delivery year multiplied by the capacity amount produced by the generating to calculate thethe proxy value for the year and the two subsequent reporting years, to the extent available, from the REC prices quoted in the broker sheets.

The Company asserts the weekly prices used should be from the highest value avoided capacity costs associated with that specific unit. The Company states the capacity amount produced by the generating unit would be measured by the effective load carrying capability classREC rating market for which a Virginia RPS-eligible resource would qualify.

Dominion proposes to use Pennsylvania Tier 1 REC market prices as the highest value REC market in the near term for which a Virginia values and any other Thequalify.

Company that the specific be credited avoided cost proxy if thefor unit was Virginia known prior to the time the RPS-eligible solar or PJM windadjustments. resource would Theproposes Company proposes to usegenerating Maryland unit Tierwould II REConly market prices aswith the the highest valuecapacity REC market in thevalue near term which RPS-eligible large Company’s fixed resource requirement plan is due for that delivery year. hydroelectric resources would qualify.

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Conmarket for which Virginiashall RPS-eligible resource would qualify.

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PHOTO BY CHER MUZYK

While unsightly, dead gizzard shad lining the shores of Lake Brittle are a natural occurrence and don’t signify any ecological problems, according to a fisheries biologist with the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources.

Nothing’s fishy: Gizzard shad die-off at Lake Brittle is a common, natural occurrence FISH, from page 1 time of year. In late winter months when temperatures can reach 60 degrees during the day and then quickly drop to temperatures in the teens at night, these fish “sometimes just turn over and die.”

Odenkirk said that gizzard shad tend to take in fewer nutrients from the colder waters during the winter months, which can make them weak and more susceptible to the die-off phenomenon.

Gizzard shad is not a fish that people eat because they are too small and not great tasting. Odenkirk said that gizzard shad are sometimes sought after by commercial waterman who like to use them for crab bait because of their size and oil content.

As for the hundreds of dead fish littering the shoreline, Odenkirk said that nature will take care of itself, and there is no need for VDWR to intervene in the cleanup process. He said that cold air temperatures retard the decomposition process but also reduce any odors coming from the dead fish, which can be a nuisance to nearby neighborhoods during warmer months.

While the 2- to 3-pound shad may be too heavy for a gull to take away and eat, Odenkirk said he anticipates that many other animals will certainly feast on the oily fish.

“Everything out there — the raccoons, the crows, the vultures, the turtles — there’s tons of scavengers, and they’re going to make use of all that protein laying around,” he said.

Odenkirk said he expects the heaps of dead fish to be gone in a matter of days with no sign of the die-off remaining by next weekend.

“Less than a week, you’re going to be hard pressed to find any residual dead shad.”

That is, unless there is a secondary die-off event, which Odenkirk said is also a common occurrence, especially in bodies of water with large biomasses of gizzard shad, like Lake Brittle.

Aside from being part of the food chain for the animals in the forest surrounding Lake Brittle, Odenkirk said that gizzard shad is great for the garden or your compost pile and invites gardeners to come grab a bucketful. Gizzard shad is “wonderful stuff to put in your garden. It makes great compost as long as your dog or cats don’t dig them up and drag them all around everywhere.”

Lake Brittle is open to the public seven days a week for hiking, picnicking and fishing. Learn more about Lake Brittle at https://dwr.virginia.gov/waterbody/lake-brittle/.

Reach Cher Muzyk at cmuzyk@ gmail.com

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Car break-ins reported in Warrenton, Bealeton over the weekend BREAK-INS, from page 12 • 11100 block of Crest Lane • 11200 block of Wolfe Court Deputies will continue to canvas the area, Lewis said, and residents who may have security camera footage from after midnight on Feb. 12 are encouraged to contact the sheriff’s office at 540-347-3300.

Additionally, the Warrenton Police Department is investigating a separate series of vehicle break-ins that occurred in Warrenton overnight between Feb. 13 and 14.

The interiors of several unlocked cars were disturbed, and items were stolen, according to Warrenton police spokeswoman Chai Fuller. Areas affected include John E. Mann Street, Alexandria Pike, Roebling Street, Winchester Street and Acorn Court.

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UPCOMING FAUQUIER EVENTS FEB. 16 TO 25 Ongoing events Refuse collection

What: Town of Warrenton Presidents’ Day refuse collection schedule When: Monday, Feb. 21 — holiday, no refuse collection; Tuesday, Feb. 22 — double refuse (Monday and Tuesday’s refuse collection); Wednesday, Feb. 23 — recycling collections (newspapers, cardboard, bags); Thursday, Feb. 24 — regular refuse collection, Friday, Feb. 25 — regular refuse collection

Farmers market

What: Warrenton winter farmers market When: Saturdays through Apr. 16; 9 a.m. to noon Where: 21 Main St., Warrenton

Food assistance

What: Peas and Grace food pantry open When: Tuesdays from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.

Where: Grace Episcopal Church, 6507 Main St., The Plains

Books for kids

What: Sweet Reads book program When: Feb. 1 to Feb. 28; all day Where: Warrenton Library, Bealeton Branch Library, John Marshall Branch Library Details: Children check out a surprise book and get a treat Info: fauquierlibrary.org

Books

Live music

Who: Uncle Drew and The Scoundrels When: Wednesday, Feb. 16; 7 to 9 p.m.

Where: Tin Cannon Brewing, 7679 Limestone Drive, Gainesville

Trivia

What: 2022 trivia When: Wednesday, Feb. 16 and Wednesday, Feb. 23; 6 to 8 p.m.

Where: Barking Rose Brewing Company, 9057 Old Culpeper Road, Warrenton

Thursday, Feb. 17 ESL class

What: English-as-a-second-language class presented by Piedmont Regional Adult and Career Education programs When: Thursday, Feb. 17, Tuesday, Feb. 22 and Thursday, Feb. 24; 6 to 9 p.m.

Where: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive North, Bealeton Cost: Free Info: 540-718-8243

Story time

What: Stories for young children and caregivers with finger plays and singalongs When: Thursday, Feb. 17, Tuesday, Feb. 22 and Thursday, Feb. 24; 10:30 to 10:45 a.m.

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

Coffee and conversation

What: Blind date with a book When: Feb. 1 to Feb. 28; all day Where: Warrenton Library, Bealeton Branch Library, John Marshall Branch Library Details: Adults check out wrapped book in exchange for a treat Info: fauquierlibrary.org

What: Fellowship, encouragement and hope through conversation with others When: Thursday, Feb. 17, and Thursday, Feb. 24; 10 a.m. to noon Where: Spiritual Care Support Ministries, 7179 New Hope Lane, Warrenton Cost: Free Info: 540-349-5814

Reading program

Book club

What: Pick up a game card for winter reading program When: Through Monday, Feb. 28; all day Where: Warrenton Library, Bealeton Branch Library, John Marshall Branch Library Info: fauquierlibrary.org

Support groups

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

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

Wednesday, Feb. 16 Sheriff’s town hall

What: Cedar Run District town hall meeting with Sheriff Jeremy Falls When: Wednesday, Feb. 16; 7:30 p.m.

Where: Cedar Run Rescue Squad, 3558 Catlett Road, Catlett

Trivia

What: Trivia night hosted by Fauquier Trivia When: Wednesday; Feb. 16 and Wednesday, Feb. 23; 6 to 8 p.m.

Where: Old Bust Head Brewing Company, 7134 Farm Station Road, Warrenton

What: Mystery book club discussion of “Clark and Division” by Naomi Hirahara When: Thursday, Feb. 17; noon to 1 p.m.

Where: Virtual Cost: Free Info: pamela.lovera@fauquiercounty. gov or 540-422-8500, ext. 2

Domestic terrorism seminar

What: Overview of domestic terrorism with the Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office When: Thursday, Feb. 17; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Where: Lord Fairfax Community College, 6480 College St., Warrenton Info: 540-422-8614 or carol.neam@ fauquiercounty.gov

Black history celebration

What: Fauquier Chamber of Commerce open house to recognize Black History Month When: Thursday, Feb. 17; 4 to 6 p.m.

Where: PATH Foundation, 321 Walker Drive, Warrenton Cost: $15.00 ($5 member discount) Registration: fauquierchamber.org

Live music

Who: The Joker Band Duo When: Thursday, Feb. 17; 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Where: Death Ridge Brewery, 5393

Higher Ground Trail, Jeffersonton

Live music

Who: Joker Band Duo When: Thursday, Feb. 17; 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.

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

Friday, Feb. 18 Book Cellar

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

Sponsored by the Friends of Fauquier Library to support programs When: Friday, Feb. 18, Saturday, Feb. 19 and Friday, Feb. 25; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Where: John Barton Payne Building Basement, 2 Courthouse Square, Warrenton Volunteer: 540-341-3447

Pet clinic

What: SPCA pet wellness clinic When: Friday, Feb. 18 and Friday, Feb. 25; 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Where: Fauquier SPCA, 9350 Rogues Road, Midland Cost: Fee for various services Info: 540-788-9000, ext. 208

Winter sale

What: Winter weekend sale in Middleburg When: Friday, Feb. 18 to Monday, Feb. 21; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Friday and Saturday), Sunday and Monday as posted by shops Where: Town of Middleburg

Paint night

What: Fauquier SPCA paint night fundraiser When: Friday, Feb. 18; 6 to 8 p.m.

Where: Fauquier SPCA, 9350 Rogues Road, Midland Cost: $35 Info: 540-216-2339 Tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/ fauquier-spca-paint-night-fundraisertickets-243208100977

Pasta dinner

What: Paster dinner fundraiser for church repairs When: Friday, Feb. 18; 5 to 7 p.m.

Where: Liberty United Methodist Church, 10513 Old Marsh Road, Bealeton Cost: Free with donation Details: Eat in, take out and curbside takeaway

Live music

Who: Mark Dunn When: Friday, Feb. 18; 5 to 8 p.m.

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

Live music

Who: DK Wolf When: Friday, Feb. 18; 8 p.m.

Where: O’Brien’s Irish Pub, 380 Broadview Ave., Warrenton

Wine and games

What: Game night and complimentary wine flights When: Friday, Feb. 18 and Feb. 25; 5 to 9 p.m.

Where: Barrel Oak Winery, 3623 Grove Lane, Delaplane

Saturday, Feb. 19 Food giveaway

What: Fauquier County Food Distribution Coalition food giveaway

When: Saturday, Feb. 19; 9 a.m. until food is gone Where: Warrenton United Methodist Church, 341 Church St., Warrenton

Food pantry

What: Fauquier FISH food pantry When: Saturday, Feb. 19 and Tuesday, Feb. 22; 9:30 to noon Where: Fauquier FISH, 24 Pelham St., Warrenton Details: Ready to cook meals and additional food for residents of Fauquier County who are in need; bring ID and proof of county residency

Ballet

What: Ballet Hispánico When: Saturday, Feb. 19; 3 p.m.

Where: Hylton Performing Arts Center, 1960 George Mason Circle, Manassas Cost: Tickets $48, $41, $29, half price for youth through Grade 12 Info: hyltoncenter.org

Hiking

What: Educational hike through conifers When: Saturday, Feb. 19; 2 to 3 p.m.

Where: Blandy Experimental Farm, 400 Blandy Lane, Boyce Cost: FOSA members $10; nonmembers $15

Teen night

What: Pizza, games and crafts When: Saturday, Feb. 19; 6 to 8:30 p.m.

Where: Boys and Girls Club of Fauquier, 169 Keith St., Warrenton Cost: BGCF free; nonmembers $10

Live music

Who: Jeremy Fox When: Saturday, Feb. 19; 6 to 10 p.m.

Where: Orlean Market, 6855 Leeds Manor Road, Orlean

Live music

Who: John Fritz When: Saturday, Feb. 19; 7 p.m.

Where: O’Brien’s Irish Pub, 380 Broadview Ave., Warrenton

Live music

Who: Sharif Live When: Friday, Feb. 19; 5 to 8 p.m.

Where: Old Bust Head Brewing Company, 7134 Farm Station Road, Warrenton

Live music

Who: Unchained When: Saturday, Feb. 19; 5 to 8 p.m.

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

Live music

Who: Chris Timbers Trio When: Saturday, Feb. 19; 5 to 8 p.m.

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

Live music

Who: Dan Trull When: Saturday, Feb. 19; 5 to 8 p.m.

Where: Old Trade Brewery, 13279 Alanthus Road, Brandy Station Sunday, Feb. 20

Harp concert

Who: Isabelle Frouvelle When: Sunday, Feb. 20; 3 p.m.

Where: Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 105 E. Washington St., Middleburg Cost: $10 donation suggested Reservations: 540-687-6297 See CALENDAR, page 15

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Comedy pet theatre

What: Popovich comedy pet theater When: Sunday, Feb. 20; 1 p.m. and 4 p.m.

Where: Hylton Performing Arts Center, 1960 George Mason Circle, Manassas Cost: $15 adults; $10 children Tickets: hyltoncenter.org

Birding seminar

What: Books, basics and a free bird feeder When: Sunday, Feb. 20; 2 to 3 p.m.

Where: Virtual Cost: Free Info: https://conta.cc/3tqeBdk

Murder mystery

What: 1980s-themed murder mystery dinner When: Sunday, Feb. 20; 6 to 9 p.m.

Where: Denim and Pearls, 29 Main St., Warrenton Cost: $85 per person Info: 540-349-9339 or info@ denimandpearlsrestaurant.com

Live music

Who: The Irish Session When: Sunday, Feb. 20; 5 p.m.

Where: O’Brien’s Irish Pub, 380 Broadview Ave., Warrenton

Live music

Who: Jacob Paul Allen When: Sunday, Feb. 20; 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.

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

Yoga

What: Yoga class followed by a beer flight

When: Sunday, Feb. 20; 11 a.m.

Where: Barking Rose Brewery, 9057 Old Culpeper Road, Warrenton Cost: $20

Monday, Feb. 21 Libraries closed

What: All Fauquier public libraries will be closed Monday, Feb. 21, in observance of Presidents Day Where: Warrenton Library, Bealeton Branch Library, John Marshall Branch Library

Suicide-survivors support

Thursday, Feb. 24 Birds

What: The genius of birds with Jennifer Ackerman and The Wildlife Center of Virginia When: Thursday, Feb. 24; 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Where: Virtual Cost: Free Info: Email info@nationalsporting.org for a Zoom link or visit the National Sporting Museum and Library Facebook page

What: Support group meeting for those affected by suicide When: Monday, Feb. 21, 7 p.m.

Where: Rappahannock Rapidan Community Services, 15361 Bradford Road, Culpeper Info: 434-825-8913 or arasmussen@ rrcsb.org

Chili cook-off

Tuesday, Feb. 22 ESL class

Live music

What: English language conversation group When: Tuesday, Feb. 22; 7 p.m.

Where: Middleburg Library, 101 Reed St., Middleburg Cost: Free Info: 540-687-5730

Wednesday, Feb. 23 Book discussion

What: Rambling Readers group meeting When: Wednesday, Feb. 23; 2 to 3 p.m.

Where: Middleburg Library, 101 Reed St., Middleburg Cost: Free Info: 540-687-5730

The photographers of the Fauquier Times capture unique moments in time -- a final game-winning goal, the faces of the Homecoming king and queen, a child’s joy at their first parade -- in short, the joy of victory and the agony of defeat.

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What: Chili cook-off fundraiser for Culpeper Volunteer Fire Department When: Thursday, Feb. 24; 6 p.m.

Where: Beer Hound Brewery, 201 Waters Place, Culpeper Cost: $1 tasting/judging ticket; $3 for a bowl Who: The Paul Cray Experience When: Thursday, Feb. 24; 7 p.m. and Friday, Feb. 25; 8 p.m.

Where: O’Brien’s Irish Pub, 380 Broadview Ave., Warrenton

Live music

Who: Jacob Paul Allen When: Thursday, Feb. 24; 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.

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

Friday, Feb. 25 Paint night

Save the moment

Where: Auburn Middle School, 7270 Riley Road, Warrenton Cost: $35.00 Tickets: https://www.eventbrite. com/e/auburn-middle-schoolfamily-paint-night-fundraisertickets-254573725867

Bingo

What: Bingo night When: Friday, Feb. 25; 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Where: Middleburg Community Center, 300 W. Washington St., Middleburg Cost: $40 each Tickets: https://www.eventbrite. com/e/bingo-night-mcctickets-214825909077

Trivia

What: The Office-themed trivia night When: Friday, Feb. 25; 6 to 8 p.m.

Where: Old Bust Head Brewing Company, 7134 Farm Station Road, Warrenton

Live music

Who: Ryan Jewel When: Friday, Feb. 25; 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

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

Trivia

What: Trivia night When: Friday, Feb. 25; 7 to 9 p.m.

Where: Beer Hound Brewery, 201 Waters Place, Culpeper

Live music

What: Family paint night fundraiser for Auburn Middle School When: Friday, Feb. 25; 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

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Who: Tamara Mae When: Friday, February 25; 6 to 9 p.m.

Where: Old Trade Brewery, 13270 Alanthus Road, Brandy Station

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Tim Smith of Remington, creator of The Many Faces of Moebius Syndrome nonprofit.

Remington resident leads nonprofit for those with Moebius syndrome

By Robin Earl

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

Tim Smith of Remington was born with Moebius syndrome. It causes facial paralysis and means that those with Moebius are not able to form facial expressions.

Smith has his own business, drives for Uber and runs the non-profit The Many Faces of Moebius Syndrome with 15,000 Facebook followers world-wide. Smith said he wanted to create a community for those with Moebius syndrome, to provide support and a place where members could bring their questions – and their success stories.

In 2009, when social media was creating communities of all kinds, there was no place for those with Moebius syndrome, so Smith developed one.

Moebius syndrome is a neurological condition that can affect several cranial nerves, particularly those that control the muscles of the face. In most cases, the sixth and seventh cranial nerves are missing from birth. The absence of these nerves leads to the characteristic facial paralysis and other symptoms of Moebius syndrome.

Smith said that some have paralysis of only one side of the face, others have full facial paralysis. For many, the condition makes it hard to be understood, because the muscles of the mouth are affected. Those who encounter someone with Moebius for the first time may assume that there is a cognitive deficiency.

Because it’s a very rare condition (one in 1 million, said Smith), diagnosis can be delayed. “When I was growing up, my parents didn’t know what it was. They had no idea. And doctors were not helpful. Because it is so rare, the chances that a doctor will recognize it when they encounter the condition is small,” said Smith.

And because each case is unique – some of those with the syndrome are born with missing digits, others have missing limbs, low muscle tone or respiratory issues – a diagnosis is further complicated.

The Many Faces of Moebius Syndrome group participated in Moebius Syndrome Awareness Day on Jan. 24, along with the See SMITH, page 28

The Many Faces of Moebius Syndrome

Founder: Tim Smith of Remington Nonprofit formed: 2019 Mission: To educate and create awareness about Moebius Syndrome in order to enable those affected by it to live better lives. To help, support, and provide for our global community.

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Symptoms of Moebius syndrome

Although everyone with Moebius syndrome faces unique challenges, here are some of the most common symptoms: • Facial paralysis • Lack of facial expressions; children with Moebius syndrome cannot smile or frown • Infants with Moebius syndrome can’t move their eyes to track an object • Eyelids that don’t completely close, even during sleep • Dry and irritated eyes • A small chin and mouth • Dental problems • Drooling, feeding problems, poor sucking in infancy • Cleft palate • Webbing of the hands or feet • Crossed eyes • Short tongue • Weak muscle tone • Abnormal curvature of the spine • Respiratory disorders • Sleep problems • Upper body weakness • Hearing loss • Skeletal abnormalities of the hands, feet and limbs (club feet) • Other disorders related to speech, swallowing and vision • Underdeveloped chest wall muscles

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Art camps put kids in the spotlight Staff Reports Grab your paintbrush; dust off those dancing shoes; and tune your instruments. It’s time to engage in self-expression and sizzle with self-esteem at an art-themed camp this summer.

A wide range of summer camps are available to let creativity and confidence flow this summer.

Allegro is a nonprofit art school in Warrenton that brings the arts to life. Through education, performance and community partnerships, it strives to develop the “whole artist.” Allegro camps provide opportunities to experience something new, improve existing skills and have fun.

Allegro offers a variety of camps every summer including dance camps, music camps and musical theater exploration camps for ages 5 to 12.

Visit www.allegrocsa.org to learn more about its 2022 summer camps and registration information.

Fauquier County Parks and Recreation: Register for all Fauquier County Parks and Recreation summer camps at fauquiercounty.gov.

Several artistic camps are offered throughout the summer including: • Artistic Inspirations: Ages 5 to 12; Aug. 1-5; 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. This artsy-themed camp lets children’s creative side shine.

Kids will learn about art and artists while creating their own mas-

A plethora of summer camps allow children to explore their creativity. terpieces and also be introduced to performing arts as campers create their own skits and songs.

Visit fauquiercounty.gov to register by July 25.

• Art Camp: Ages 6 to 12; July 18 to 22; 10 to 11:30 a.m. This camp has an ocean and beach theme.

Campers will paint a “life under the sea” canvas, make a model magic beach, a paper lantern fish

and a sunset watercolor masterpiece. The week ends with an art show for parents and caregivers.

Visit fauquiercounty.gov to register by July 15.

ARTfactory was founded in 1984 by a group of artists and art lovers with the goal of enriching the quality of life in Northern Virginia.

The ARTfactory is located in the Hopkins Candy Factory building in

Manassas and has become the cornerstone of the downtown arts community. ARTfactory offers an art gallery, theater arts, visual arts education, dance classes, Arts on the Go™, summer camps and the SummerSounds Concert Series.

The upcoming 2022 summer camps will offer a wide variety of artistic offerings for ages 5 to 18 starting in mid-June and running through mid-August. Check www. virginiaartfactory.org for specific date and registration information.

Art camps are planned to include: • Visual Art: traditional media painting, drawing, sculpture • Performance-based: theatre summer intensives, plus acting, singing and dance camps for children and teens • Digital Art: NEW for summer 2022! ARTfactory is transforming digital art offerings through an all-new computer lab, newly named Wind River Chimes Creative Computer Lab @ARTfactory. Future offerings will include digital imaging, photography, videography, film editing, animation.

• Off-site Camps: Camps located at the beautiful Windy Knoll Farm in Nokesville will include art and nature camps, Dungeons and Dragons theatre camp and others.

Summer campers explore musical theater through a production of ‘Willy Wonka, Jr.’

By Debra Smyers

Special to the Fauquier Times

Fauquier Community Theatre invites local students to summer camp filled with “pure imagination.” Campers will perform the musical “Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka Jr.” Director Jeff Walker said, “This musical has so many possibilities for whimsical costumes, scenic design and an array of characters.”

The two-week musical theatre camp for ages 10 to 17 will take place July 11 to 15 and July 18 to 22, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. each day.

Performances of “Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka Jr.” will take place on July 22 and 23. The camp and performances will be held at the Theater on the Green located in Vint Hill at 4225 Aiken Drive, Warrenton.

Walker said, “A childhood favorite of mine from the early 1970’s musical film, Willy Wonka is a beloved children’s tale translated into a stage musical. Taking a que from the popular song “Pure Imagination” from the score and film, I believe this is a show of pure theater magic, childhood dreams of endless candy and adventure. It

Youth in FCT’s 2-Week Summer Camp in July 2022 will produce the musical “Willy Wonka JR.” Image courtesy of Music Theatre International offers the performers ample chances to use their imagination, singing and acting talents and to share this story with a new generation.”

The musical is based on the book, “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” by Roald Dahl. It is the popular story of poor, open-hearted Charlie Bucket who longs for excitement in his young life. When world famous candymaker Willy Wonka offers the prize of a personal tour of his factory to the holders of a Golden Ticket, Charlie is pulled into the whimsical world of Willy Wonka as he and other children vie for the prize of a lifetime of chocolate. Filled with songs and delightful musical numbers, “Willy Wonka Jr.” is sure to please the young and young-at-heart

with a scrumdiddlyumptious good time.

Prior to joining Fairfax County Public Schools, Walker ran the theater program at Eastern View High School for nine years. He began his teaching career at Culpeper Middle School. Walker has taught beginning to advanced level theatre courses and has produced and directed more than 40 plays and musicals. All experience and skill levels are welcome to apply to summer camp; and everyone will have a role in the musical.

“Willy Wonka JR.” is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International. It features the songs from the 1971 film, in addition to several new songs.” The musical was adapted for the stage by Leslie Bricusse and Timothy Allen McDonald. Lyrics and music are by Leslie Bricusse and Anthony Newley.

The cost of the two-week summer camp is $335; a second sibling in the same family qualifies for a $50 discount. For more information about Fauquier Community Theatre’s “Willy Wonka Jr.” summer musical theatre camp and to access the online registration form, visit www.FCTstage. org. For additional information, email info@FCTstage.org or call 540-349-8760.

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SUMMER CAMPS

Fauquier Times | www.fauquier.com | February 16, 2022

Verdun Adventure Bound summer camps connect kids to nature Rixeyville facility offers a variety of opportunities for children ages 7 to 17 Summer 2022 camps at Verdun Adventure Bound Muddy Tracks

For five days and four nights, Muddy Trackers experience a variety of exciting on- and off- campus activities that include testing their abilities on the Verdun high and low rope Challenge Course; hiking and backpacking in Shenandoah National Park while learning basic wilderness survival skills; rock climbing at Stony Man Mountain or other climbing location; and white water kaywRiver. Campers end each day camping beneath the stars reflecting on the days’ adventures.

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Adventure Campers experience everything the Verdun campus has to offer. Activities include daily high rope elements, kayaking, pond swimming, shelter building, fire starting, games, art projects and more.

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Summer camp registration: www.verdunadventurebound.org/ summer-camps the Verdun Adventure Bound campus. Activities include an introduction to the Verdun Challenge Course, games, hiking, pond kayaking, daily art projects, science experiments, fort building and daily swimming.

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Verdun welcomes supporters to provide a camper with an amazing camp experience.

Sponsored campers enjoy the Verdun campus for a week of adventuring, testing themselves on the challenge course, nature walks through our gorgeous 67-acre property, learning survival skills, kayaking and pond swimming.

Anyone who would like to sponsor a camper may contact Sean McElhinney at 540-9374920.

Verdun offers a limited number of summer camp scholarships available for Fauquier, Rappahannock and Culpeper county youth.

Students between the ages of 7 and 17 are eligible and encouraged to apply. Scholarships awards are based on economic need.

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Get into the game with sport camps Staff Reports Summer camps are an opportunity for kids to improve athletic skills in their favorite sport or try out a variety of options to find the perfect fit.

According to LeagueNetwork.com, involvement in sports offers more than just physical benefits. Participating in a sport also: • Develops self-esteem: A highfive, pat on the back, thumbs up, or even a nod of approval – these are simple gestures that can help build confidence in kids. You’ll often see these signals come from teammates and coaches when they want to recognize someone for a job well done. Kids also develop self-confidence the more they learn about themselves and their abilities.

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for beginner figure skaters and hockey players as well as hockey skills camps for intermediate hockey players. Skaters will be practicing skills and playing games and having lots of fun on the ice. Visit haymarketiceplex. com for more information on all of the summer camps they are offering.

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Fauquier Times | www.fauquier.com | February 16, 2022

Avoid summer ‘brain-drain’ with STEM camps

By Delia Engstrom Contributing Writer

Camps that focus on science, technology, engineering and math, the STEM subjects, offer campers—and parents—an opportunity to slow the “brain drain” that occurs for kids each summer. Students potentially lose the academic progress they’ve gained over the previous school year, and it can take weeks to get back on track once school begins again in the fall.

Students involved in “hands-on, minds-on” STEM summer camps usually have so much fun, they forget they are also learning valuable skills. The skills gained at STEMbased camps may prepare them for a future in science, technology, engineering or math pursuits.

STEM jobs will see a 13% increase between now and 2027. The greater Washington, D.C. area is a thriving hub of all things science and technology related, which translates into a wide variety of camp options as well.

Healthcare Career Exploration Camp: Ages 14 to 18. June 22 to 25 for a half-day. Students will learn various skills they’d encounter in the medical field. This camp is offered

by Lord Fairfax Community College Workforce Solutions. Campers will take a hands-on approach to medical assisting, phlebotomy, medical front office administration and pharmacy technician skills. Register for this and other camps at lfccworkforce.com Code Ninjas Summer Camps: Ages 7 to 14. All summer, for half and full days. At Code Ninjas, kids learn to code through engaging game-based curriculums that teach teamwork, logic, math and problem-solving. At a Gainesville location, Code Ninjas campers can experience Roblox Royale, Code Drones, Minecraft Modeling and many STEM-based options all summer long. Enroll at codeninjas.com NOVA SySTEMic : Grades 3 to 12. Various dates and locations. Led

by STEM teachers and college students enrolled in STEM programs.

Camps focus on hands-on, project-based learning that provides students with excellent opportunities to begin exploring STEM fields and to chart a course for future STEM education and workforce opportunities.

Topics include cybersecurity, rocketry, robotics and more. Schedules and registration are open now at http:// www.nvcc.edu/systemic/camps.html Fauquier Parks and Recreation

Fauquier County’s Department of Parks and Recreation offers two LEGO-based camps. knows kids of all ages love LEGOs. Register for these STEM camps and more at www.fauquiercounty.gov • Intro to STEM with LEGO: Ages 5 to 7. June 8 to 12 and July 13 to 17 for a half day. Apply real

world concepts in physics, engineering and architecture with LEGOs. Design and build in a supportive environment.

• STEM Challenge Using LEGO: Ages 5 to 12. June 8 to 12 and

July 13 to 17 for a half day. The Force Awakens in an advanced engineering course for young Jedis. Build X-Wings, AT-AT Walkers, Pod Racers and more from a galaxy far, far away.

Get into the game with sport camps SPORTS, from page 21 Fauquier County Parks and Recreation.

Register for all Fauquier County Parks and Recreation summer camps including these sports-based camps at fauquiercounty.gov. Many sports camps are offered throughout the summer including: • Introduction to Sand Volleyball Mini-Camp: Ages 8 to 12; July 11 to 15; 1 to 4 p.m. Learn to play sand volleyball outdoors and experience the passion and love for the game. Learn to

bump, pass, and hit through drills. No experience necessary. Register at fauquiercounty.gov

by July 6.

• Teen Sand Volleyball Drills and Play MiniCamp: Ages 13 to 17; July 11 to 15; 9 a.m. to noon. Love volleyball already and want to play in the sand? This course is geared toward athletes with prior volleyball experience who want to improve their skills in the sand. Register at fauquiercounty.gov by July 6.

• Little Tigers of Shotokan Karate Mini-

Camp: Ages 5 to 12; June 27 to 30; 9 to 11:30 a.m. Students will develop a solid foundation of karate basics and will also learn a practice of self-control, self-discipline and respect. Register at fauquiercounty.gov by June 22.

• Variety Sports Mini-Camp: Ages 5 to 12; July 25 to 29; 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. A week-long camp that allows campers to burn off lots of energy by playing volleyball, basketball, soccer, football, pickleball, wallyball, baseball and more! Register at fauquiercounty.gov by July 20.

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LIBERTY CHEERLEADERS EARN ALL-STATE

Five members of Liberty High School’s competition cheerleading squad received Class 4 second-team all-state honors, the Virginia High School League announced last week. Bailey Allen, Kira Thomas, Joyce Quintela, Ashlyn Cooper and Morgan Meredith were the selections.

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BOYS AND GIRLS BASKETBALL REPORT

Falcon girls eke past Cougars 29-25 to keep region playoff hopes alive Skye Corum, Skyler Furr, Kenza Chienku, Shannon Seiler and Fauquier’s girls survived and advanced by downing Kettle Run 29-25, setting up Tuesday’s Northwestern District showdown at top seed Millbrook.

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Cole Roeber and the Cougars played Millbrook Tuesday.

Composed Kettle Run boys oust Liberty, 66-46

By Peter Brewington

By Fred Hodge

Fauquier Times Staf Writer

Special to the Fauquier Times

Kettle Run was too composed and too tough when it mattered.

In their third and most important meeting of the season, the seniorladen Kettle Run boys basketball team handled Liberty 66-46 in the Northwestern District boys basketball tournament quarterfinals.

Kettle Run led 29-18 at halftime and used a 13-2 run to open the third to build a 42-22 lead on points

by Jacob Robinson, Damien Sirisena, Jordan Tapscott and Kolby White.

The No. 4-seeded Cougars, who went 3-0 vs. the Eagles (12-10) this year, faced top seed Millbrook in Tuesday’s district quarterfinals.

Friday was a typical Fauquier-Kettle Run girls basketball game.

The Northwestern District quarterfinal featured scratching, clawing defenses and scoring droughts by both squads.

Host Fauquier, the defending district champions, entered Friday’s tilt as the tournament’s fourth seed while Kettle Run was fifth. The Falcons small fourth-quarter surge allowed them to pull away for a 29-25 win and advance to the semifinal round.

They traveled Tuesday night to No. 1 seed Millbrook, while Kettle Run’s season ended with the loss.

“It was a very defensive game,” Fauquier coach Brian Foddrell said.

Kettle Run led 5-0 on two Kate Bloom free throws and an Erin Porter 3-pointer Reagan Patrick later sank a 3-pointer from the left baseline for an 8-2 Cougar edge.

Fauquier responded with a pair of Skyler Furr free throws and a Makayla Foddrell jumper sandwiched around a Porter bucket from the right baseline for a 10-6 count at the end of the period.

Furr then would cap a seven-point spurt by converting an offensive rebound and drawing a foul. Her free throw gave Fauquier its first lead of the night at 13-12 before Kettle Run’s Bethany Norrman sank a foul shot for

a 13-13 halftime draw.

The Falcons were playing without their starting backcourt due to injuries, Foddell said. “We had to make some adjustments,” he said. “We’re limping along...trying to do the best we can.”

Fauquier began the second half with an 8-1 surge as Carly McMurphy and Kenza Chienku made layups before a foul shot by Norman.

Then came the biggest play in the span. Foddrell converted a rebound of her own miss and was fouled.

She missed the free throw, but Furr grabbed the carom and banked in a four-footer for the Fauquier’s largest lead of the game at 21-14.

See BASKETBALL, page 25

LIBERTY THIRD IN REGION WRESTLE Eagles’ Cardinale and Royce Hall, Fauquier’s Menifee win gold

By Fred Hodge

Special to the Fauquier Times

FAUQUIER TIMES STAFF PHOTO/COY FERRELL

Kettle Run’s Abram Chumley lost the 182-pound title to Falcon star Kingsley Menifee.

Thanks to the weight of numbers, Sherando continued its banner year at Saturday’s Class 4 Region C tournament at Fauquier.

With 13 grapplers in regional action, the Warriors rolled to the title with 178 points. Loudoun County, the Dulles District winner, had 12 qualifiers, and was second with 159. Liberty was third with 125 in the 16-team day-long event which was moved from Liberty due to a logistics issue.

Next were James Wood (110.5), Dominion (104), Broad Run (80), Handley (78), Fauquier (67), Rock Ridge (62), Kettle Run (56), Millbrook (55), Loudoun Valley (46), Tuscarora (32), Heritage (23.5), Lightridge (21), Park View (0).

Sherando is sending nine wrestlers and Loudoun County seven and Liberty five to this weekend’s two-day Class 4 state tournament at the Virginia Beach Convention Center. Kettle

Great Bridge is heavy favorite at states

Liberty coach Wex Hawkins admits the Eagles will not have enough firepower to defend their Class 4 state title. His goal always is a top-five team finish, but Hawkins believes the top three is obtainable if the five qualifiers wrestle to their potential.

Liberty has three hopeful champions in Foster Cardinale and brothers Noah and Royce Hall.

Great Bridge is the heavy favorite after destroying its competition in the notoriously weak Region 4A field. The Wildcats won all 14 individual gold medals for a more than 200-point margin in the team scoring.

Run and Fauquier also will each have three.

Liberty finished with a pair of regional champions in 126-pound Foster Cardinale and Royce Hall at 170.

Fauquier’s Kingsley Menifee won at 182 pounds.

See WRESTLING, page 25

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SPORTS

Fauquier Times | www.fauquier.com | February 16, 2022

‘I AM SO INCREDIBLY HAPPY AND IMPRESSED’ After lofty showings at regionals, Kettle Run swimmers ready for the grand finale

By Jason S. Rufner

Special to the Fauquier Times

At the Region 4C swim meet Feb. 12 at Claude Moore Recreation Center in Sterling, Fauquier senior Mason Worst earned a state-qualifying time in the 200-yard boys freestyle, while Liberty sophomore Bryar Laine made states in the same event for the girls.

But it was Kettle Run who captured the local spotlight. The Cougar boys claimed the regional championship by a healthy 59.5-point margin over James Wood, while the girls placed runner-up in the team standings to Sherando.

“I am so incredibly happy and impressed with the effort both teams put in,” Kettle Run head coach Alex Ciopyk said. “I knew our men’s team would be competitive after our [championship] last week at districts, but to win by the amount that we did really goes to show all the hard work these swimmers have put in.

“For the women’s team, any time we have to face Sherando, it’s going to be a tough meet. We were able to be runner up, which was a tough fight to get.”

Kettle Run’s Mark Fallin returned from illness to earn top-5 finishes and make states in the 50-yard freestyle and 100 backstroke. The junior also led the Cougars’ second-place run in the 200-yard medley relay, good for another state slot.

“He really helped boost our

Class 4 swim meet

-When: Friday, Feb. 18.

Preliminaries begin at 7 a.m. Finals begin at 3 p.m.

-Where: Collegiate School Aquatics Center, Richmond -Who’s in: Swimmers with qualifying times or top-5 placements at regionals earn berths at states. points!” Ciopyk said.

All three of Kettle Run’s boys’ relay teams made states at regionals, with Fallin, Andrew Hendrickson, Marco Mirrione, Aiden Hess, and freshman Jackson Tishler appearing on two of those relays.

Tishler was impressive by himself, too. He raced the 100-yard butterfly a full 3.19 seconds ahead of the runner-up, and ran another state-qualifying time in the 100 freestyle.

Mirrione added the 100 backstroke to his state qualifications, while Andrew Brown qualified in the 200 and 500 freestyle races.

The Kettle Run girls were led by sophomore Lily Von Herbulis, who anchored two relays to top-3 finishes and swam a close second in the 100 freestyle, breaking her own school record.

“She continues to chisel down her 100 free record that she broke earlier this season,” Ciopyk said. “I’ve seen how hard she works and she’s earned that time.”

FAUQUIER TIMES STAFF PHOTO/COY FERRELL

After winning the regional title last week, the Kettle Run boys take their talents to Friday’s state meet in Richmond.

REGIONAL TEAM SCORES GIRLS: Sherando 338, KETTLE RUN 219, James Wood 194, Broad Run 192.5, Dominion 161, Lightridge 156.5, Loudoun Valley 130, Millbrook 116, Handley 112, Tuscarora 81, Loudoun County 77, Heritage 70, Park View 69, FAUQUIER 65, LIBERTY 2, Rock Ridge 14 BOYS: KETTLE RUN 302, James Wood 242.5, Loudoun County 234, Lightridge 227, Rock Ridge 224.5, Broad Run 206, Dominion 143, Heritage 118, Sherando 95, FAUQUIER 69, Handley 67, Millbrook 47, LIBERTY 22, Loudoun Valley 20, Park View 6, Tuscarora 3 Megan Fallin was part of Kettle Run’s 200 medley and 400 freestyle relays, both state-qualifiers. She also set a new personal record in the 100 butterfly with her 1:00.87, making states along with teammate Caroline Agee (1:00.83).

Allegra Craft added the 100 breaststroke and the 200 individual medley

to her list of state meet qualifications.

“We’ll definitely have some swimmers be competitive for getting up near the top for the state meet,” Ciopyk said. “I know we’ll have some swimmers make it into finals.

I’m hoping they’ll be able to improve upon their times and potentially break some more school records.”

INDIVIDUAL HIGHLIGHTS

BOYS - 200 medley relay: 2, Mark Fallin, Andrew Hendrickson, Jackson Tishler, Aiden Hess (KR), 1:41.18*. 200 freestyle: 2, Mason Worst (FHS), 1:50.48*. 200 IM: 5, Andrew Hendrickson (KR), 2:02.02*. 50 freestyle: 5, Mark Fallin (KR), 22.76* 100 butterfly: 1, Jackson Tishler (KR), 52.39*. 100 freestyle: 3, Jackson Tishler (KR), 50.16*. 500 freestyle: 3, Andrew Brown (KR), 5:04.25*. 200 freestyle relay: 4, Mark Fallin, Andrew Brown, Marco Mirrione, Aiden Hess (KR), 1:33.05*. 100 backstroke: 2, Mark Fallin (KR), 56.15*. 100 breaststroke: 4, Andrew Hendrickson (KR), 1:03.06*. 400 freestyle relay: 4, Marco Mirrione, Andrew Hendrickson, Rich Cruger, Jackson Tishler (KR), 3:24.88*.

GIRLS: 200 medley relay: 3, Emma Craddock, Allegra Craft, Megan Fallin, Lily Von Herbulis (KR), 1:54.01*. 200 freestyle: 4, Bryar Laine (LHS), 2:06.3*. 200 IM: 4, Allegra Craft (KR), 2:17.92*. 50 freestyle: 14, Gemma Flook (KR), 27.24. 100 butterfly: 4, Caroline Agee (KR), 1:00.83*. 100 freestyle: 2, Lily Von Herbulis (KR), 52.75*. 500 freestyle: 6, Emma Craddock (KR), 5:37.59. 200 freestyle relay: DQ, Megan Fallin, Caroline Agee, Gemma Flook, Lily Von Herbulis (KR). 100 backstroke: 7, Gemma Flook (KR), 1:04.36. 100 breaststroke: 3, Caroline Agee (KR), 1:08.77*. 400 freestyle relay: 2, Megan Fallin, Emma Craddock, Allegra Craft, Lily Von Herbulis (KR), 3:44.49* *Class 4 state qualifier

Deja vu for gifted Falcon track squads Fauquier girls win region title, with boys likely second

By Fred Hodge

Special to the Fauquier Times

It was just like the previous Monday at Shenandoah University.

Exactly a week after winning the Northwestern District indoor title, the Fauquier High girls track team journeyed to Winchester and won again, taking the Region 4C crown.

The field was 16 schools deep instead of the seven, yet the results were the same for both Falcon units, with the boys finishing as the runner-up unit for the second straight week.

Those boys final standings will not become official until Thursday after a snafu with the meet-opening 3,200-meter relay, according to Fauquier coach Quentin Jones. The meet management apparently began the event prior to the

advertised starting time, leading to an official protest by one or more schools.

“Never saw something like that before, but the only thing we could do was a do-over,” Jones wrote in an email Tuesday morning. Both Fauquier and Liberty are involved in the rerun. Fauquier currently has a one-point edge over Handley for the second position.

Fauquier’s girls finished with a comfortable 32-point bulge over second-place Dominion, 106-74, by tallying points in 13 of the 15 events.

Handley was a distant third at 52.5, followed by Loudoun Valley (58), James Wood (39), Heritage (39), Rock Ridge (37), Millbrook (33.5), Tuscarora (26), Loudoun County (26), Lightridge (22), Kettle Run (20), Broad Run (3).

Loudoun County’s boys pulled away from the pack late to register 89 points ahead of Fauquier (68), Handley (67) and Loudoun Valley (62). Also scoring were Dominion (55), James Wood (51), Broad Run (28), Millbrook (26), Tuscarora (25), Heritage (19), Lightridge (15), Liberty (10), Kettle Run (9), Sherando (7), Park View (5) and Rock Ridge (2).

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Kettle Run pole vaulter Colleen Schaner won the Region C title by clearing 11 feet, six inches.

Next up is the Class 4 indoor meet Feb. 28and March 1 at Liberty University.

Cassidy Scott won two individual gold medals for Fauquier by taking the 1,000-meter run in three minutes, 8.78 seconds, then adding the 1,600 title at 5:20.32. She combined later with Katey Bern, Julia Crowther and Aubrey Fernandez to capture the 1,600-meter relay in 4:14.72.

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Cardinale, Menifee, Kuhns, Hall brothers go for gold Saturday in Virginia Beach WRESTLING, from page 23 Sherando paced the field with three winners.

Loudoun County, Broad Run and James Wood all had two victors, while Handley and Dominion both had one.

Liberty had numerous successes but experienced some disappointments in it’s tournament.

The Eagles advanced three to the finals. First up was Foster Cardinale, who barely broke sweat en route to his gold medal. He pinned his quarterfinal and semifinal foes in 22 and 37 seconds, respectively. In the finals, Tommy Koener of Sherando did not wrestle for an injury default.

“Foster is just an animal,” Liberty coach Wes Hawkins said appreciatively .”He’s the best kid in the gym.”

Cardinale was the favorite to win last year’s state title at 120 pounds, but he missed the season after knee surgery in a preseason injury. The Cornell University commit has responded with a vengeance this season.

Hawkins is just a high on gold medalist Hall.

The defending state champion at 195 pounds, Hall is now at 170. He required a mere 30 seconds to dispatch Dominion’s George Hasawsay in the championship round. He recorded a quick takedown and a few more seconds to flatten Hasaway totally for the fall. The result was Hall’s third pin of the day.

“He’s another animal,” said Hawkins, adding he has bumps and bruises after recently taking on the role as Hall’s practice partner.

“We’ve been beating and banging in the room for the last three weeks. I’m going to the chiropractor Monday,” Hawkins said with a laugh.

Noah Hall was Liberty’s third finalist, meeting Sherado’s Keagan Judd in the championship round for the second straight week at 145. Judd won, 4-0, at the district level and tallied the first takedown to lead 2-1 after one period. The Warrior scored a second-period, but Hall escaped to cut the margin to 4-2 before Judd scored a takedown at the buzzer for a 6-2 count.

Judd then registered a three-point near fall move before Hall made strong comeback that fell short in the 9-6 decision.

“Hopefully, we’ll get him again in the state tournament.” Hawkins said. “Noah just had a couple of letdowns, and the kid took advantage of them. [Judd] is a good wrestler.”

The Eagles also have two fourth-place finishers headed to the state meet in Brian Cox (106) and Kavon Bumbrey (220).

Cox had two pins in his four matches, while Bumbrey had to battle after losing in the opening round. He scored a fall and win a narrow 4-2 decision in the match that guaranteed the state berty.

Then he dropped an 11-5 decision in the battle for third.

Menifee, Kuhns lead Falcons

Menifee, the 182-pound state silver medalist in 2021, notched two pins to set up his rematch

Team scores: Sherando 178, Loudoun County 179, Liberty 125, James Wood 110.5, Dominion 104, Broad Run 80, Handley 78, Fauquier 67, Rock Ridge 62, Kettle Run 56, Millbrook 55, Loudoun Valley 46, Tuscarora 32, Heritage 23.5, Lightridge 21, Park View 0.

Championship finals: 106 pounds: Bryson Rios (Loudoun County) pinned Hayden Thompson (Handley), 5:12. 112: Colton Bendure (James Wood) dec. Zach Rios (Loudoun County), SV-1, 8-6. 120: Anthony Lucchini (Sherando) major dec. Nick Baker (Handley), 15-3. 126: Foster Cardinale (Liberty) inj. default over Tyler Koerner (Sherando). 132: Braden Sitton (James Wood) inj. default over Patrick Smith (Heritage). 138: Luke Roberts (Loudoun County) pinned Zachary Hayes (Sherando), 0:26. 145: Keagan Judd (Sherando) dec. Noah Hall (Liberty), 9-6. 152: Tyler Staub (Broad Run) dec. Reece Kuhns (Fauquier), 17-10. 160: Simon Bishop (Handley) dec. Logan Jones (Dominion), 4-0. 170: Royce Hall (Liberty) pinned George Hasaway (Dominion), 0:30. 182: Kingsley Menifee (Fauquier) dec. Abram Chumley (Kettle Run), 4-2. 195: Jacob Jimenez (Dominion) dec. Lias Cholaki (Rock Ridge), 4-1. 220: Aydan Willis (Sherando) dec. Caleb Graham (Loudoun County), 4-1. 285: Alex Birchmeier (Broad Run) pinned Jeff Helmut (Millbrook), 2:20.

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Liberty star Royce Hall won the 170-pound region title by pinning his Dominion rival in 30 seconds. with Kettle Run’s Abram Chumley, Menifee posted an 11-1 major decision for the district crown.

Saturday was a different story as the contest was a slower tactical affair.

Following two scoreless periods, Menifee went into the down position to start the third. He recorded an escape and takedown for a 3-0 edge.

While in control, Menifee lifted the Cougar high and brought him own hard on his back, leading the Kettle Run faithful to shout loudly for an illegal body slam and a penalty point without results.

The athletic trainers briefly attended to Chumley before the match restarted. He immediately made a strong move off the bottom, leading to a reversal and cutting the lead to 3-2.

“I was proud of Abram. He didn’t stop or let it faze him,” Kettle Run coach Mike Foy said.

Menifee had a later escape and held on for the 4-2 win.

“I thought Abram wrestled a great match.

Hopefully, we’ll get one more crack at him,” Foy added.

“I think Kettle Run did a nice job of game planning for Kingsley,” said Fauquier coach Chad Hoffman said. “It’s definitely been a lot closer each time, but it’s good for [Menifee] to get pushed.

“I expect a state championship out of him.”

Falcon Reece Kuhns finished with a silver medal at 152 pounds in a high-scoring 17-10 loss to Broad Run’s Tyler Staub. Kuhns led early, but a reversal and a three-point near fall by Staub dug too deep of a hole.

“He got a little off balance,” Hoffman said of his senior. “Reece is always pushing the pace. He’s been doing his best wrestling the last two weeks. I think he has a really good chance at states.”

Hoffman also is excited with Leo Rodriguez, who qualified for the state level in his first year in wrestling. “[He] came into this tournament after winning the district, and now he s going to the state. He did all this after only three months in the sport,” Hoffman praised.

Cougars are pinners

Kettle Run’s Foy recently said he always considers his teams to be pinners. Exhibit A came Saturday.

His three state qualifiers earned an 8-3 cumulative mark, with all of the victories coming via fall. Chumley had falls in his first two matches.

Bronze medalists Nate Hardesty (106 pounds) and Ryan Cruger (138) both did him one better.

Both won their first match with a pin before dropping their championship semifinal bouts.

Hardesty and Cruger then capped their tournaments with two straight pins.

[Cruger] is the type who is capable of pinning anyone. He is a cradle machine,” Foy said, adding on Hardesty. “”A lot of intensity. He wrestled great.”

“Hopefully, all three get on the podium at the states,” Foy said of placing sixth or higher in the 16-man bracket.

After 32 intense minutes, Falcon girls slip past tenacious Cougars, 29-25 Final Northwestern District boys basketball standings: Millbrook (10-1), Sherando (9-2), Handley (8-4), Kettle Run (6-6), Liberty (6-6), James Wood (2-10), Fauquier (0-12) Tournament quarterfinals: No. 1 Millbrook bye; No. 2 Sherando d. No. 7 Fauquier 71-34; No. 3 Handley d. No. 6 James Wood 56-39; No. 4 Kettle Run d. No. 5 Liberty 66-46 Semifinals Feb. 15: Kettle Run at Millbrook; Handley at Sherando Championship Feb. 18 at higher remaining seed

BASKETBALL, from page 23 “Skyler was a monster on the boards. She probably played her best game of the season,” Foddrell said.

Then the Cougars made another run. Porter’s 3-pointer and Ava Prysocck’s layup and free throw cut the deficit to 21-20. No one scored during the final 2:10, with Fauquier having gone 6:14 without a point.

Fauquier held on down the stretch as Foddrell made four free throws, the last with 34.9 seconds remaining to provide enough cushion.

“We were able to limit them to

one shot and keep the ball alive at our end,” coach Foddrell said praising Furr, Foddrell and Skye Corum.

“Those three seniors took it upon themselves. They told me they were not ready for their season to end.”

Despite the result, Kettle Run coach David Noonan was very complimentary of his girls.

“To come in here and take them all the way to the wire. I could not be more proud of them,” he said.

Furr and Foddrell finished with 12 and 11 points, respectively. Porter scored 12 points to lead Kettle Run and had five rebounds and four steals.

Final Northwestern District girls basketball standings: Millbrook (11-0), Sherando (9-2), James Wood (8-3), Fauquier (6-6), Kettle Run (48), Liberty (2-9), Handley (0-12) Tournament quarterfinals: No. 1 Millbrook bye; No. 2 Sherando d.

No. 7 Handley 71-22; No. 3 James Wood d. No. 6 Liberty 56-21; No. 4 Fauquier d. No. 5 Kettle Run 29-25.

Semifinals Feb. 15: Fauquier at Millbrook; James Wood at Sherando Championship Feb. 18 at higher remaining seed

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Delegate Nick Freitas, center, met with junior riders from the Old Dominion Hounds, Keswick Hunt Club and three other hunts before recognizing Keswick’s 125th anniversary in chambers with a proclamation on Friday.

The power of politics

Local junior riders travel to Richmond to promote Virginia’s most traditional field sport – foxhunting

By Betsy Burke Parker

Special to the Fauquier Times

Junior foxhunters representing five Virginia clubs met with state senators and delegates in Richmond Friday to discuss the importance of legislation to preserve open spaces and to protect hunting with hounds.

They also marked the 125th anniversary of the Keswick Hunt Club.

The event was conceived by Mike Pearson, lobbyist for the Virginia Foxhound Club, which represents the 26 recognized foxhunt clubs in Virginia.

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“I’d been looking for a vehicle to get more juniors involved down in Richmond,” Pearson explained how he created “a day with the delegates.”

He said, “The story of foxhunting in the Commonwealth, and how it is a tradition that deserves protection, is far more appealing to our legislators when it’s presented by, and with, junior foxhunters.

“They’re the future of land conservation and protection of the sport.”

Pearson sent out an all-call to Virginia foxhunters, especially young riders, to meet in Richmond Feb. 11, both to celebrate Keswick’s anniversary proclamation being read in the capitol chamber that morning and to meet with their representatives to talk hunting.

Masters, subscribers and juniors from the Orlean-based Old Dominion Hounds joined others from Keswick, Deep Run, Glenmore and Farmington at the well-attended event. Delegates Michael Webert (R-18th), John McGuire (R-56th), Nick Freitas (R-30th), Chris Runion (R-25th), Rob Bell (R-58th), Buddy Fowler (R-55th) and Lee Ware (R-65th) were joined by four senators and 40 foxhunters – including some 30 juniors. Four Keswick hounds attended, handled by huntsman Paul Wilson and wife, Yvonne.

Mary Kalergis presented the history of the Keswick Hunt Club, and Rachel Jones spoke about land conservation and keeping development from encroaching on rural farmland.

Mia Valdez – 2021 Junior Foxhunt Championship winner — spoke on behalf of junior riders.

“No land, no foxhunting,” Valdez said, adding that land conservation is key to protection of open space for everybody.

Director of the Masters of Foxhounds Association, Andrew Barclay was thrilled with the support and turnout, both by riders and by delegates. “To see these children out

STEEPLECHASE AWARDS PARTY MARCH 4 The 35th annual Virginia Steeplechase Association awards party is slated for Friday, March 4 at the Middleburg Community Center.

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DRESSAGE SCHOOLING SHOW The last in a winter series, there is a March 6 dressage schooling show at Look Up Equestrian in Hume. Riders can select from intro tests to FEI level.

All tests and warm-up are held in an indoor arena with a heated viewing room.

E-mail for entry details – lookupequestrian@gmail.com.

BULL RUN HUNT EVENTS PLANNED The Bull Run Hunt hosts two dressage shows near Culpeper.

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Eve Mansmann, 10, and her father, Tom, hunted Saturday from the family farm in Hume. Eve is a fifthgeneration foxhunter that was part of a delegation of youth that visited Virginia’s state capitol on Friday. here talking to lawmakers is a wonderful thing,” he said.

“Foxhunting has been in Virginia for hundreds of years. It’s a tradition,” and one that warrants protection, said Eve Mansmann, 10. The fifth-grader lives on a farm in Hume, surrounded by thousands of acres protected by open space easement. “We talked to the delegates,” added the fifth-generation foxhunter. “I think they understood how important it is to (protect) the habitat for all the animals.”

“This is invaluable to foxhunting’s future,” Pearson said. “Taking a day off from school is hard, I know, but I guarantee the lessons these kids learned on Friday are ones they’ll never forget.

“The juniors, as well as the adults involved in the sport, need to know what a smile and a handshake means to your delegate. They won’t forget, either.”

After the hound demonstration, participants were invited to sit in the gallery of the House of Delegates and be recognized by Del. Rob Bell for Keswick’s 125th anniversary.

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TRACK, from page 24 The Falcon girls’ fourth win came as part of a one-two punch in the shot put where Stephanie Clark’s throw of 32 feet, five inches edged teammate Madison Bayliff by 1.5 inches.

Kettle Run also had a gold-silver combination, as pole vaulters Colleen Schaner and Ashley Nickerson swept the top two podium slots. Schaner cleared 11-6 for the second straight week for first place. Nickerson improved to 10-6 for second.

Fauquier’s Fernandez was the 500 dash runner-up at 1:19.72. Evie Getz also was a silver medalist by leaping 15-2.5 for the long jump. Mackenzie Hodul placed second in the triple jump at 32-10.75, with Brooklyn Bartholomew fourth at 30-11.5.

Kiki Wine ran to the 1,600 bronze medal in 5:25.16.

Liberty’s top girl was sprinter Isabelle Cavins, who took third in the 300 in 43.54 seconds and was fourth in the 55 (7.54). She also was a member of the fifth-place 800-meter relay.

Fauquier’s boys captured three gold medals.

Falcons pole vaulters swept the top three positions for a whopping 24 points. Dylan Dammer added the regional gold medal to his district one by clearing 10 feet. Steven Pasquale was next at 8-6 with Josh Burke third at 8-0.

John Bynaker comfortably won his 300 race in 36.95 and joined with Wyatt Shaw, Carter Halsey and Mason Hamilton for the 800 relay crown in 1:36.77.

Jack Carter and Peter Paccassi combined with Shaw and Bynaker to earn the 1,600 relay silver medal in 3:38.46. Shaw also was third in the long jump with his attempt of 18-9.5. Nicholas Cirtis threw the shot put 40-10 for fourth.

Kettle Run’s top placement for the boys meet was a fourth by Ethan Martin in the 500 at 1:11.54.

Liberty’s Gabe Sealock, Aidan Neidich, Jacob Phelps and Cole Hoffman ran to fifth in the 1,600 relay in 3:40.91.

SMITH, from page 16 Moebius Syndrome Foundation, the Children’s Craniofacial Association and Face Equality International. The website for the international online event said, “While this special day is held annually on the birthdate of Professor Paul Julius Moebius (who first described this syndrome in medical literature), we foremost recognize his efforts that led to a name (Moebius syndrome) – one that brought us all out of isolated anonymity into a network of understanding and support.”

The Many Faces of Moebius website (https:// manyfacesofmoebiussyndrome.org/) shares the stories of children and adults with Moebius syndrome, including Smith’s own story. He recalls in painstaking detail a series of medical crises that ended with quadruple bypass heart surgery.

Although Moebius syndrome wasn’t the root of the problem, it complicated his care. Throughout the post, Smith expresses his thanks for the Moebius community that helped him through the difficult time.

The last paragraph — directed to followers of his website — reads: “I’ve had to overcome several obstacles in my lifetime. If I can do this, then so can you. I’ve learned through trial and error that it is all about believing in yourself. It’s about having faith in yourself. Faith is contagious. Once people see that you have faith in yourself and that you’re putting your best foot forward, they will have faith in you as well.

“Things will fall into place. Life is not always fair and bad things will continue to happen.

When they do happen, we have to find a way to turn lemons into lemonade. Most importantly, no matter what happens we have to continue to move

forward. No matter who you are, where you are, or what your circumstances in life are, you can do this. I believe in you. I have faith in you.”

Andrea Smith (no relation) describes Smith as the father of MSOS. “Without Tim, this information wouldn’t be available.” The non-profit and the Facebook page were created so that parents could get good information, she said. “They could go to adults and say, ‘this is what I’m experiencing.’ And they hear back, ‘this is how we handle it.’ They are the experts, they live it.”

Andrea Smith said her niece has Moebius syndrome. “With some people, their speech is better.

My niece is someone whose speech is hard to understand. With therapy, it’s getting better.”

Although the lack of facial expression or slurred speech may be confusing at first for someone who has not met someone with Moebius before, Smith said, “It’s something you get used to. Everybody in life has their own issues.”

Kids adapt, he said, but there is misunderstanding; there is bullying. “People mistake it for other problems, there is an assumption that there is a mental delay.”

Smith’s eyes move side to side involuntarily and sometimes roll up into his head. He can’t smile, he said, but he can laugh. He is unable to show outward emotion with his face, but “There are other ways to express yourself,” he said. He uses fluctuations in his voice, he said, to offer a window into his emotions.

When asked what he would like others to know about his work, Smith said, “What is in their heart and mind, that’s important. We all need kindness and understanding so we can build a better world.”

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Cedar Run District Patricia M. Talbert to Roy George Johnson Jr., 8.7444 acres at 13335 Deep Run Mill Road, Goldvein. $615,000 Floyd R. Hitt Jr. to Alexander James Goga, 3.6364 acres on Midland Road nr. Midland. $115,000 RFI WC LC to NVR Inc., 0.5973 acres off Meetze Road, Warrenton. $242,000 Gerald Dewayne Gibson to Alicia Marie Diaz, 6713 Clarke’s Meadow Drive, Bealeton. $415,000 Mikel W. Ott to Virginia Sell Now LLC, 3.4786 acre at 4288 Ringwood Road and 0.11 acre along Ringwood Road, Nokesville. $372,040 Rita R. Gudan to Christopher D. Hubert, 2.4733 acres at 9419 Avenel Drive nr. Warrenton. $815,000 John Spencer Lusk Jr. to Judy K. Burleson, 0.6151 acre at 6400 Bob White Drive, Warrenton. $895,000 Wilson W. Ramey Jr. to Donna Stives, 3.020 acres at 8277 Kines Road nr.

Warrenton. $200,000 Millfield IV LLC to Mitchell Lee Colbath, 8196 Major Watters Court,

Warrenton. $610,000

Marshall. $132,060.82 Children’s National Hospital to Lee District Lindsey Devers Basileo, interest in Stephen Lazuardi to Manuel Sandaran, Scott District 0.0275 acre at 4523 Appledale Court, 1.8280 acres at 14319 Snake Castle PJF Limited Partnership by Sub. Tr. Marshall. $91,426.72 Road, Sumerduck. $349,999 P. Jay Fetner, to Stoney Hill LLC. Children’s National Hospital to Trustee Deed of Foreclosure, 50 acres David R. Antal to Lora Katherine Lindsey Devers Basileo, interest at 7476 Stoney Hill Lane, The Plains.

Morrow, 6905 Persimmon Court, in Block J at 4528 Warren Street, $1,690,001 Bealeton. $350,000 Marshall. $125,965.71 Jeramie Shannon Irwin to James Anthony W. Stanley to Thomas Children’s National Hospital to Maginnis Sr., 2 acres at 13553 Silver Wayne Worley II, 1.0876 acres at 7101 Kensington Court nr. Warrenton. Lindsey Devers Basileo, interest in Hill Road, Sumerduck. $395,000 4.9564 acres at 3767 Rectortown $730,000 Center District Road, Marshall. $253,963.12 Alan M. Harris to Ronald Paul Nicholas Anthony Metrokotsas to Novak II, 1198 Brittle Ridge Road nr.

Daniel L. Smythe Jr. to Broadaxe Samuel Bathman, Unit 185 at 185 Warrenton. $700,000 Farm LLC, interest in the remainder Fairfield Drive, Warrenton. $300,000 of Lot 1 containing 161.32767 acres Stephen A. Hambleton to Joseph Benjamin J. Hood to Keith Allen on Spring Road and Wales Road nr.

Strickland, 1 acre at 5212 Hillside Rooke, Unit 186 at 186 Fairfield Warrenton. $520,000 Drive nr.

Warrenton. $516,500 Drive, Warrenton. $299,900 Thomas W. Thorpe Jr. to David Alan Cheryl R. Ireland to Pejacsevich Kathryn O. Wafle Successor Tr. to Quarles Petroleum Inc., ½ Lot 26 on Barnes, 4013 Von Neuman Circle nr. Properties LLC, 8572 Pelham Court, Marshall. $246,000 Warrenton. $782,500 Church and Sullivan streets; lot 27 Marshall District Gordon M. Lawson to Felisberto on Church and Sullivan streets; Lot Magalhes, 1.1449 acres at 7890 28 at 380 Church Street; ½ Lot 47 Children’s National Hospital to on Church Street. Consideration $0; Lindsey Devers Basileo, 0.2240 acre Trafalgar Place nr. Warrenton.

Assessed Value $470,600 $900,000 at 4241 Warren Street, Marshall. $129,521.19 Jeffrey Scott Jones to Thomas Eric Troy Anthony Brunner to Richard Norskog, 437 Ridge Court, Warrenton. Children’s National Hospital to Dean Spece II, 5.7657 acres at 7603 $260,000 Cannonball Gate Road nr. Warrenton.

Lindsey Devers Basileo, interest Dylan O’Donnell to Martin Parks in Block J at 4254 Warren Street, $474,900 King, 6448 Lancaster Drive, Warrenton. $530,000

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OBITUARIES Donald F. Murray

Lois Rae Jacobs Embrey

Donald F. Murray, 87, of Warrenton and Syria, VA, died on February 10th. He was born in Syria on May 29, 1934 to Leroy and Jacqueline White Murray.

Following graduation from Madison County High School in 1953 he attended Randolph Macon College. He worked for Dustin & Sons in construction for two years before beginning a 29 career with IBM at locations in Washington, DC, Dayton, NJ, and Manassas, VA. In his retirement, he helped care for his parents and their farm in Syria and organized annual reunions of his mother’s family, served in several positions with Mount Olivet UMC, and volunteered at Graves Mountain Lodge events.

Don was a skilled athlete, sportsman and craftsman and a fanatic fisherman. He enjoyed teaching his children and grandchildren to fish, shoot, and drive a tractor on the family farm.

Don is survived by his wife of 62 years, Sally Murray, sons, Scott Murray, Redlands, CA; Robert Murray (Heather) of Jacksonville Beach, FL; daughter Susan Murray of Juneau, AK and grandchildren Ben and Jon Scudder and Robbie, Rory and Rachel Murray and his beloved dog Juno.

Burial will be private.

Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice.

Condolences may be placed at Don’s obituary at www. preddyfuneralhomes.com.

Lois Rae Jacobs Embrey, 88 of Sumerduck, VA passed away on Feb. 10, 2022 at Novant Health Haymarket Hospital.

She was born on October 30, 1933 at Pine View, near Sumerduck a daughter of the late Judson James Jacobs and Ida Brooks Jacobs. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Howard Milton Embrey; and two sisters, Janet DeShazo and Joyce Lee. Mrs. Embrey retired as a bookkeeper after 30 years of service with Mary Washington College in Fredericksburg and then worked for four years as a secretary with Potomac Electric Company. She was a longtime member of Sumerduck Baptist Church as had served as their secretary.

She is survived by her son and his wife, Kory and Jennifer Embrey; a brother, Harold Jacobs and two grandchildren, Evelyn and Alexander Embrey.

The family will receive friends on Wednesday, Feb. 16 from 6-8 PM at Moser Funeral Home, Warrenton. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Feb. 17 at 1:00 PM at Sumerduck Baptist Church by Rev. Sandy Martin. Interment will follow at the church cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Sumerduck Baptist Church.

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

Gertrud “Trudy” Maria Van Balen Gertrud “Trudy” Maria Van Balen (neé Kössinger), passed away peacefully on January 30, 2022, in Manassas, VA, of natural causes. She was 94.

Born in Heilbronn am Neckar, Germany on July 30, 1927, the only child of Pauline Walz (1892-1964) and Georg Kössinger (1887-1974).

Trudy survived a catastrophic bombing raid on Heilbronn on December 4, 1944, when over 6,500 people perished in 30 minutes. As a young woman, she worked as a photo technician and loved to ski in the Alps.

She met her future husband, William “Bill” Van Balen, while he was stationed in Germany, and they were married on July 30, 1955 in Valley Forge, PA. They settled in Annandale, VA so they could be close to Bill’s work at the Department of Commerce.

Trudy became a naturalized citizen of the United States in 1958.

She worked as a fashion consultant for Jelleff’s of Washington, DC, serving many Capitol Hill socialites and wives of dignitaries before deciding to adopt a daughter and become a homemaker.

Through the years, Germany was always an important part of her life, and infused the German culture into her family. She never lived far from a German bakery, and family meals often included dishes from her homeland. Her heart would light up whenever an overseas phone call came through, or when a postcard from a cousin arrived in the mail.

A long-standing member of St. Albans Episcopal Church in Annandale, VA, she became involved with Extension Homemakers, and later was a volunteer Brownie scout leader and 4-H leader. Weekends were often spent at the family’s campsite in Oak Grove, VA. Summers always included time at the Outer Banks, taking long walks along the beach and collecting seashells. She loved to attend various music and theatre performances, enjoyed traveling, dancing, gardening, and was an avid reader, until she lost most of her vision in her later years. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Despite numerous ailments, her fortitude carried her along.

Trudy is preceded in death by her parents, Pauline and Georg Kössinger of Heilbronn, Germany, and many beloved cousins.

She is survived by her husband of 66 years, William Van Balen, daughter Christina (Thomas) Harrigan, and grandchildren Megan and Sean Harrigan. Cousins Kurt Walz, Klaus Hellstern, Christine Walz, Hildegard Stang, Tilly Vogt, Hugo Walz, and numerous other family members in Europe remember her with love.

Services followed by a reception will be held beginning at 11:00am on Saturday, February 19, 2022 at St. Albans Episcopal Church, 6800 Columbia Pike, Annandale, VA 22003.

Private Interment will be at St. Albans Church Memorial Garden, at a future date.

Flowers can be sent to St. Albans Episcopal Church, 6800 Columbia Pike, Annandale, VA 22003.

Donations can be made in memory of Trudy Van Balen to St. Albans Episcopal Church Memorial Fund, or to the Prince William County 4-H Association, 8033 Ashton Ave, Suite 105, Manassas, VA 20109. Contact https://flowersnferns.com/ for help with flower arrangements. The website for the church is https://weaarestalbans.org/

Renee Sue Green Renee Sue Green, 73, passed peacefully on February 7, 2022 in Currituck, NC. Renée was born on October 19, 1948 in Washington, DC. She had a successful career in administration for NASA Headquarters for 38 years earning several recognitions and honors for her dedication.

She married Pete Roger Green on September 9, 1967 in Suitland, Maryland. They lived in Fauquier County for 28 years and moved to Southern Shores, NC in 2011. Renee was heavily involved in local community volunteering.

She is preceded in death by her mother, Esther Furr Thomas and her father, Marvin Thomas.

She is survived by her childhood sweetheart and husband of 54 years, Pete Green; sister, Linda and brother-in-law Bo Ebhardt of Sarasota, Florida; daughter and son-in-law, Teesa and Johnny Belanga of Kitty Hawk, NC; son and daughter-in-law, Todd and Michelle Green of Warrenton, VA; seven grandchildren, Caity and Marc Gautrois of Opal, VA, Travis Heflin and fiancé Beth Waller of Catlett, VA, Daniel Heflin of Catlett, VA, Gracie Heflin of Virginia Beach, VA, Julia Green of Warrenton, VA, Landon Green of Warrenton, VA, and Ryan Green of Warrenton, VA; great grandson, Greyson Gautrois of Opal, VA; great granddaughter, Hadley Gautrois of Opal, VA, and numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, extended family members, friends, and neighbors.

Family tribute, “Those who knew Mimi were blessed as she was the most caring and giving person. Her love for animals stretched from horses to dogs to even a skunk and a ferret. She took in every stray as her heart had room for everyone especially her fur babies. She loved a good cheeseburger, antiques and her home and gardens were always filled with unique treasures. She will always be in our hearts, she called us her sunshines, and she told her family she loved them to the moon and back.

She will be forever in our hearts.”

Plans for a small memorial service are pending and will be announced at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the OBX SPCA in Manteo, NC. Expressions of sympathy and comfort are welcome via the on-line register at gallopfuneralservices.com.

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OBITUARIES Edwin Lee Worsham Edwin Lee Worsham, 79 of Warrenton, VA passed away on January 19, 2022.

He was born October 10, 1942, in Ft. Washington, MD and was preceeded in death by his father, Lewis and mother, Katherine Worsham; in addition to his Aunt Alberta and Uncle Clarence who raised him.

He leaves his (step) son, Michael Coseo, daughter, Shawn Bergman, son-in-law Jeremy, two grandchildren, Ryanne Bergman and Gabriel Bergman, two cousins, Susan Eldridge and Clarence March and ex-wives, Lillian Read and Dorothy Paul.

He retired from the federal government, GSA after 40 years of civil service. Ed loved church, music, his family and friends.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 26, 2022 at Moser Funeral Home, 233 Broadview Ave.,Warrenton, VA 20186, at 11:00 am.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

Interment will follow at Fort Lincoln Cemetery, 3401 Bladensburg Rd, Brentwood, MD, 20722.

Online condolences may be given at www.moserfuneralhome. com

Joyce Jean Cooper Joyce Jean Cooper, better known as Mimi, passed away peacefully at her home in Warrenton, Virginia on February 3, 2022. She was 77 years old.

Joyce was preceded in death by her loving parents, Terry and Lona Short, and her two brothers, Hap and Raymond Short.

Joyce is survived by her beloved husband of 57 years, Thomas Paul Cooper, Jr., her three children, Charles M. Cooper, Lisa C. Gager and Pamela L. Guiffre, and her eight grandchildren: Heather Jean, Brandon, Thomas, Katie, Lauren, J.Paul, Patrick, and Cooper. Joyce is also survived by her twelve great-grandchildren: Haylee Joyce, AJ, Abi, Briana, Layla, Marleejane, Aubrey, Nalana, Ava, Dalton, Deegan, and Daphne Jean. Her friend of 57 years, Jackie Hurst, her husband’s sister, and her beloved sister-in-laws Sylvia and Bernice.

Joyce was known for her many talents, including baking Christmas cookies, being an amazing seamstress, her famous biscuits and gravy, and always ready for a long chat, among so many other qualities. Her greatest achievement was that of being Mimi to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, which were her pride and greatest joy. She will be greatly missed by all that knew and loved her.

A gravesite burial will be held on Saturday, February 19, 2022 at 2:00pm at The Bethel Cemetery, 1300 Wilkes Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22314.

In lieu of flowers the family requests any donations be made to Heartland Hospice, 493 Blackwell Rd Suite 319 Warrenton, Virginia 20186.

James Carroll Stephens James Carroll Stephens, a long-time resident of Triangle, Virginia, died at HarborChase, Woodbridge on Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2022 of dementia and complications of COVID 19.

Born in Cerro Gordo, North Carolina on Feb. 25, 1928 to Minnie Green and Bert Stephens, James was the sixth of seven children born and raised on the family farm during the Great Depression.

His childhood memories included working in the fields, watching his father blacksmithing, preparing hams for the smokehouse, curing tobacco and swimming in the pond with the occasional leeches.

His mother stressed the importance of education and six of her children attended college. High school summers afforded James the opportunity to broaden his horizons by working for his sister’s husband, Tony Ferlazzo, in his Quantico Town Pharmacy. James graduated as valedictorian of Orrum High School Class of 1945.

He followed his brothers in attending the University of North Carolina and spent four happy years in Chapel Hill, graduating in 1949 with a degree in chemistry. Hitchhiking the 154 miles between Cerro Gordo and Chapel Hill was his method of transportation. He was a member of Alpha Tau Omega fraternity and his blood ran Carolina Blue to the end. James was always “tickled” that both of his daughters were UNC graduates who married UNC graduates.

Entering the U.S. Marine Corps upon graduation, James attended Officer Candidates School and was a member of the 6th Marine Basic Class. His Basic Class maintained close friendships and held regular, lively gatherings. They ended when there were too few left to participate. Beside OCS and Basic, Jim received Intelligence and Amphibious training. His service included commanding a rifle company in the Korean Conflict and postings as aide to both General Joseph Burger and General Randolph Pate, who became the 21st Commandant. Jim’s active service to the Marine Corps continued until his resignation as a captain in 1955, but he remained in the Reserves through 1959. He was the recipient of the Korean Service Medal, UN Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal and Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation. Devotion and honor in serving his country and the Corps were hallmarks of his core beliefs Captain Stephens traveled extensively with General Pate, enjoying his travels through Europe and Asia.

Travel was to remain a lifelong passion, especially to visit new places with his children and grandchildren.

On his final posting in Washington, D.C., the “dashing” Captain Stephens met the love of his life, the “glamorous” Doris (Dotty) Wallace and they wed July 9, 1955. After a brief foray into the automotive manufacturing industry, Jim and Dotty settled near their extended Stephens and Ferlazzo families in Triangle, Virginia. Jim and his brother, Luke, opened Dumfries Pharmacy in the later 1950’s. Luke was the pharmacist and Jim ran the business end.

In the early 60’s, Jim briefly attended George Washington University with the intention of becoming a pharmacist himself, but ultimately opened a furniture store, Stephens’Towne and Country Furniture. Initially co-owning both businesses, Jim and Luke eventually swapped stock. The furniture store first opened in Woodbridge, and then moved to Garrisonville, Virginia. Both James and his brother, Luke, were active participants in community life and were committed to helping others through their businesses by extending credit, loans, barters or long lay-away plans. Their upbringing instilled in them compassion for others, the dignity of all people and the responsibility to help one’s neighbors and community. If you were a young married Marine, that was good enough for Jim - you could have a house full of furniture.

There were no strangers to Jim Stephens. He would know your life story in 10 minutes and remember it forever. His family was constantly amazed that anywhere in the county, Jim could see an old customer and their family and greet them all by their first names. The consummate Southern gentleman, he had a soft voice, good humor and an always listening ear. Friends and family were often the beneficiaries of his wise counsel and oft used phrase, “That’s the key to it”. Jim and Dotty were a fun, joyous couple who loved to entertain, and their home was filled with family, friends, dancing and laughter. His interests included history and poetry. He enjoyed a diverse musical palate with everything from opera to Dixieland , banjo to swing. Gardening and maintaining his yard were a pastime that kept him outside and visiting with neighbors in all seasons. For many years, he cultivated a vegetable garden so that his grandchildren would know where food really came from. Jim personified many of his generation. In the words of Tom Brokaw, “They stayed true to their values of personal responsibility, duty, honor, and faith.”

James was preceded in death by his devoted wife, Doris Wallace Stephens; his parents, Minnie Green and Barney Bert Stephens; sisters, Ruby Stephens Ferlazzo and Maude Stephens; brothers, Ralph Stephens, Frank Stephens, Bert Stephens and Luke Stephens.

He is survived by his daughters, Deborah Stephens Page (Arthur) of Washington, DC, and Melissa Stephens Addison (Nicholas) of Franschhoek, South Africa; his five loving grandchildren, Arthur Hallett Page, V, Santa Monica, CA; Katherine Wallace Stephens Page, London, England; Amanda Claire Addison, Franschhoek, South Africa; Emily Elizabeth Addison Jooste (Mike), Cape Town, South Africa; James Nicholas Friend Addison, Hong Kong; and great grandchildren, Cary Benjamin Grant-Page, James Daniel Arthur Page, Arabella Blossom Jooste, Lillian Wilde Jooste and Jack Landry Smith. Jim is also survived by numerous cousins, nieces and nephews and many dear long-term friends.

Family will receive friends at Mountcastle Turch Funeral Home, 4143 Dale Blvd, Dale City, Virginia 22193 on Monday, Feb. 21 from 4 – 7 p.m.. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Francis of Assisi Church, 18825 Fuller Heights Rd., Triangle, Virginia on Tuesday, Feb. 22, at 11 a.m.

Interment at Quantico National Cemetery immediately follows the service, 12:30 - 1 p.m. with a reception at the National Museum of the Marine Corps.

18900 Jefferson Davis Highway, Triangle, Virginia 22172.

Flowers may be sent to Mountcastle Turch Funeral Home in Dale City. Donations may be sent to St. Francis of Assisi Church or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

The family of James Stephens wishes to extend our sincere thanks to Henrietta Ratley, the entire staff of HarborChase of Prince William Commons and Ascend Hospice for their wonderful care.

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OBITUARIES Patricia Ann Fletcher Patricia Ann Fletcher, age 77, born in Alexandria, VA, and long term resident of Warrenton, VA, passed away peacefully at home February 6th, 2022, surrounded by her family.

Patricia was a nurse’s aide with Fauquier Hospital for many years after which she retired to dote on her many family members to whom she gave her utmost love and attention.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Lillian D. McDonald and Randolph A. McDonald Sr.; by her siblings Randolph A. McDonald Jr., Richard L. McDonald, Baylious McDonald, and Faith E. O’Keefe; by her beloved husband, Larry W. Fletcher; and two sons, James M. Fletcher and Steven B. Fletcher.

She is survived by her grandsons, Randolph A.N. Fletcher and Matthew S. Chupp of Culpeper, VA; her daughter-in-law Debbie A. Fletcher, also of Culpeper; and a special niece, Debra L. Lewandowski of Carlisle Springs, PA. Visitation will be held Friday, February 18, 2022 from 6-9pm at the Fletcher Residence: 15616 Great Bridge Lane, Culpeper, VA. A Solemn Requiem Mass will be held on Saturday, February 19, 2022 at 9:30am at St. Patrick Orthodox Church 6580 Balls Mill Road, Bealeton, VA 22712. The Rite of Christian Burial will follow at Mt. Comfort Cemetery 6600 S. King Highway Alexandria, VA 22306.

Arrangements by Moser Funeral Home, 233 Broadview Ave., Warrenton, VA 20186, 540-347-3431.

Gerald John Dunne Gerald John Dunne died peacefully February 10, 2022 at his home, with family by his side. He was born June 26, 1926 in Newfoundland, Canada to William and Violet Stevens Dunne and grew up in the Greenpoint area of Brooklyn, NY. His service in the United States Army brought him to Virginia, where he was stationed at Vint Hill Farms Station near Warrenton. It was through mutual friends at Weston in Casanova, VA that he met Kathleen Ribble Lunsford, his wife of 63 years.

She preceded him in death in 2019.

He was also predeceased by brothers John “Jack” Dunne, William, “Billy” Dunne, Edward “Eddy” Dunn, Thomas “Tommy” Dunne, and a sister, Dorothy “Dottie” Gallagher.

He is survived by his daughter, Kathleen “Kandi” Dunne Watson, of Dunnsville, VA; his sister, Rosemary Graffeo, of New Port Richey, FL; many nieces and nephews, his granddaughter Kristen Rae Henshaw, and great grandchildren Nathaniel and Isabell Henshaw, all of Richmond, VA. He is also survived by several dedicated caregivers who watched over him like family.

The family wishes to thank Heartland Hospice for their assistance and service.

Always patient and kind, Mr. Dunne had a soft spot for all four-legged creatures, especially horses, dogs, and cats. He loved horse racing, the Redskins, Shakespeare, and classical music. A man of faith, he served on the Vestry at Christ Anglican Church in Warrenton.

His ashes will be interred at Grace Episcopal Church, Casanova at a later date in the spring. Memorial contributions may be made to the Fauquier County SPCA. Condolences may be registered at www.moserfuneralhome.com.

Samuel Val Leach Sr. Samuel Val Leach Sr. departed this life on January 1, 2022 at the age of 77. He was one of six children born to the late Douglas and MaryAnn Leach on December 28, 1944 in The Plains, VA. Sammy retired in 2020 after a 30+ year career as farm manager at Muster Lane Farm in Middleburg, VA. His passions were horses, woodworking, restoring furniture, and playing the guitar. He also enjoyed cooking and creating new dishes using vegetables he picked from his annual garden. He was a hard worker and very generous. He had a great smile and an infectious laugh. Sammy was loved by many and will be greatly missed.

His children are holding a celebration of life to honor their father on April 23, 2022 at the Northern Fauquier County Park in Marshall, VA at 1:00PM. Family and friends are invited to eat, drink, and share memories to commemorate his life.

Harvey Sutphin, Jr. Harvey Sutphin, Jr., 85, of Amissville, died Sunday, February 13, 2022, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born June 14, 1936 in Amissville to the late Harvey and Edith Sutphin.

Harvey is survived by his wife of 61 years, Helen Marie Sutphin; four children, Harvey “Skipper” Sutphin, III (Michele), Debbie Kay Michael, Ruth Marie Turner (Steve), and Charlie Sutphin (Kathy); six grandchildren, Garrett Sutphin (Carly), Harvey Wayne Sutphin, Samantha Rooks (Michael), Joshua Turner, Stephen Gardner, and Star Howell (Ethan); and two great grandchildren, Emma Sutphin and Karter Sutphin.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by two grandchildren, Emily Michele Michael and C.J. Sutphin; and three sisters, Margaret Bailey, Lucille Gulf, and Edna Finchum.

A graveside service will be held Friday, February 18, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at Hillcrest Memory Gardens, 4160 Rixeyville Rd, Jeffersonton, VA 22724 with Greg Gibson officiating.

An online guestbook and tribute wall are available www.foundandsons. com Found and Sons Funeral Chapel of Culpeper is serving the family

Roger Lee Safrit, Sr. Our Dad, Roger Lee Safrit, Sr., passed away suddenly at his home in Culpeper, VA on Sunday February 13th, 2022.

Roger served his country honorably with the U.S. Navy during Vietnam onboard the Aircraft Carrier, U.S.S. America, based in Norfolk, Va. as a Sailor Apprentice maintaining radar and assembling munitions.

He was a loving and dedicated father and grandfather Roger was survived by his four children: Brian Safrit (Nancy) of Centreville, MD; Roger Safrit, Jr. of Brandy Station; Rebecca Safrit (Michael) of Warrenton; and Rose Safrit of Culpeper; his Aunt Joyce (Mike) of Culpeper, VA; and his stepfather, Wade Wright of New Baltimore, VA. He had 8 grandchildren: Nicole Safrit, Jarryn Partlow, Nyla Partlow, twins Colt and Chase Safrit, Soraya Jolliffe, Ariella DaCosta, Tru DaCosta, and another on the way.

Roger became a skilled Craftsman in his trade of Carpentry and passed his lifelong knowledge and work ethic on to his family.

Roger was also a loyal, loving, caring friend and big personality to so many.

He is preceded in death by his mother and father: Gladys M. Wines and Robert Ray Safrit.

We invite friends and family to celebrate his life at Moser Funeral Home in Warrenton, VA for a visitation on Sunday, February 20th from 4pm-6pm. A funeral service will take place the following day at 11 am, also at Moser Funeral Home.

Online condolences may be expressed at moserfuneralhome.com.

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OBITUARIES Jeffrey R. “Jake” Wood Jake Wood, 74, known by many as ‘’Jake Da Snake’’, passed away February 10,2022 at Mary Washington Hospital.

He was born September 11,1947 in St. Paul, MN to the late Lyala Mae and Roger Eugene Wood.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister Mary Wood.

Jake retired from the U.S. Army reserves with the rank of Master Sergeant. He worked for the United States Post Office retiring in 2002.

He was a loving husband and father. He loved life, never met a stranger, and enjoyed pulling quarters from children’s ears. Jake rode motorcycles for many years, being one of the founding members of the Partisans Motorcycle Club. He developed a passion for amateur radio and was a member of the Culpeper Amateur Radio Association.

Jake is survived by his wife Lois W. Wood of Culpeper; his son Stephen Wood and wife Paula of Warrenton; sister Nancy Wood Shay and husband Mike of St. Paul, MN. He also leaves one niece and two nephews.

The family will receive friends from 4 to 6pm on Thursday, February 17,2022 at Moser Funeral Home, 233 Broadview Avenue, Warrenton, VA ,20186. A graveside service will follow at 1pm on Friday, February 18, 2022 at Culpeper National Cemetery, 305 US Avenue, Culpeper, VA, 22701 (Old section.) Military Honors will be provided by VFW Post 2524.

Online condolences may be given at www.moserfuneralhome. com

April “Apple” Dawn Jenkins Robinson April “Apple” Dawn Jenkins Robinson, 35, of Chambersburg, PA, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2022 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born April 26, 1986 in Fairfax, VA the daughter of Donald Wayne Jenkins Sr. and Candy Dawn (Payne) Jenkins.

April enjoyed reading books, especially Harry Potter, watching Jerry Springer and would always enjoy getting herself pampered by having her hair and nails done. She loved listening to music while driving but would always find joy in listening to her dad play his guitar. She loved spending time with her family, especially her children, and she absolutely adored her nieces and nephews.

April married Justin Robinson on March 10, 2010 in Winchester, VA and he preceded her in death on March 10, 2018.

In addition to her husband, April was also preceded in death by her paternal grandparents Forrest Carson Jenkins and Evelyn Virginia Jenkins.

Along with her parents Donald and Candy, April is survived by her children Alyssa Dawn Jenkins, Braelyn Alize Fasano, Paizlee Hope Robinson, Preston Wayne Robinson and Elijah James Robinson; her brothers Donald Jenkins Jr. (Jessie), Geoffrey Jenkins, James “Mikey” Jenkins (Kristina) and Chad Jenkins (Crystal); and also survived by her many loving nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and many dear friends.

Memorial contributions in memory of April may be sent to: St Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

Relatives and friends are invited to her visitation Monday, February 14, from 6-8pm at the Omps Funeral Home, South Chapel. A Funeral Service will be held Tuesday at 11:00am at Omps South Chapel with Pastor Jonathan Martino officiating. Interment will follow at Shenandoah Memorial Park, Winchester.

Ronald (Ron) Eliot McIlwain John 3:16 For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life.

Ronald (Ron) Eliot McIlwain was born August 23, 1943, in Washington, D.C., to the late Ivy McIlwain, inventor and the late Dr. Clara Evans McIlwain, agricultural economist, author, Steps To Eloquence With The Word Of God©.

Four children were born from this union; Ron was their first born. He has three sisters whom he protected. They called him “Hoss”! He was reared in Washington, D.C., attended Roosevelt High School, and a member of the singing group, “The Hot Tamales”. He played football at Laurinburg Institute and Clark Atlanta University.

Drawn more to the entertainment industry, Ron relocated to California where he was blessed to secure acting parts on the “Bob Newhart Show”, “The Long Goodbye”, “Mixed Company” movies, including commercials. He was also a major investor in the nationally-acclaimed play, Harlem Suites, which originated in Washington, DC. He loved The Arts.

Ron’s father requested that he return home to assist with his inventions. Ron was the CEO and Founder of FilterSure, Inc., with a vision of clean water for the planet with the water filtration system invented by his father.

Ron was a man of faith! No matter the condition or situation, he kept the faith! This is pleasing to God. (Hebrews 11:6 But without faith, it is impossible to please him; ...)

He was also the family comedian who told many corny jokes and kept his mother laughing!

Ron is survived by his sisters, Evangelist Dr. Carol McIlwain Edwards, author, Reading With Jesus™ - You Can Teach Your 4 or 5 Year Old Child To Read In 90 Days©; Professor Marilyn Ross-Moody, School Administrator; Mrs. Ivy Jean Lindsay, Realtor and Notary.

In addition, he is survived by his nieces and nephews, Mrs. Celeste Ross-Barry, Mrs. Leigh Ann Penn, Mr. Wayne Michael McIlwain Lindsay, Mr. Elon Molina, Mrs. Tai White-Johnson, Miss Audrianna Harris, Miss L’Tisha Murray, Miss Tierra Drewry, Mr. Wendell Burgess, Mr. Fred D.C. Ross, III, Miss Alexis Habie Barry, and Miss Lillian Carol Penn.

The extended family includes brother-in-law, Mr. Willie F. Lindsay; brother-in-law, Mr. Peter Allen Moody; nephew-in-law, Mr, Alpha Barry and nephew-in-law, Mr. Jarrett Wayne Penn.

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OBITUARIES Lawrence Edward Payne Sr. Lawrence Edward Payne Sr., 95, of Winchester, VA, went to be with his heavenly father on February 11, 2022. He was born April 20, 1926, in Sperryville, VA, the son of the late Oscar Lawrence Payne and Verlie Ann (Dodson) Payne.

Lawrence was of the Baptist faith and was a minister who loved sharing God’s word with people. He was a career law enforcement officer and retired from FEMA in 1988. He was a U.S. Army Veteran serving during WWII as well as an Army Air Force Veteran serving during the Korean Conflict. Lawrence received multiple medals and ribbons including the Asiatic Pacific Ribbon, Philippine Liberation Ribbon with 1 bronze star, the Good Conduct Medal, and the WWII Victory Medal. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, raising hunting dogs, golfing, traveling, and going bowling with his wife. Above all else family was very important to him and he loved spending time with them.

He married Miriam Louise Lynn on April 23, 1948, in Hagerstown, MD. In addition to his parents, Lawrence was also preceded in death by his stepmother Annie Belle (Clatterbuck) Payne; his sister Montrue and his brothers Virgil and Chuck.

Along with his wife Miriam, he is also survived by his daughters Janina P. Welsh (Larry), Cynthia P. Mowbray (Shawn); his sons Lawrence E. Payne Jr. and Joseph B. Payne (Amanda); grandchildren Kimberly Brown (Joseph), Andrea Ritter (Brad), Sheri Ritter (Bruce), Christopher Trumbull (Mallory), Tisha Daleska (Jeremy), Destiny Seaman, and Arilyn Scarbrough; great-grandchildren Sierra and Blake Brown, Cameron, Carson, Gage, Miles, and McKinsey Ritter and Kaylee and Hayden Daleska; sisters Haley, Dorothy, and Charlotte; his brothers Albert and Carl and also survived by his loving nieces, nephews, and many dear friends.

Relatives and friends are invited to his visitation Saturday from 10 am until his Funeral Service at 12noon at the Omps Funeral Home, South Chapel, 1260 Front Royal Pike, Winchester, with Pastor Albert Payne officiating. Interment with military honors will follow at Shenandoah Memorial Park, Winchester.

Memorial contributions in memory of Lawrence may be sent to any charity of the donor’s choice that supports veterans and their families.

Places of Worship Grace Episcopal Church • HOLY EUCHARIST: Sundays, 9 a.m.

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5096 Grace Church Lane, Casanova (1 mile off Meetze Road) The Rev. James Cirillo, Priest • (540) 788-4419

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St. John The Baptist Anglican Church

Anglo Catholic in worship and order Mass Schedule: Sunday 8AM & 10:30 AM Wednesday 10 AM Holy Days 6PM Father Jonathan Ostman, Rector

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Earl Grant Heltzel Earl Grant Heltzel, age 94 of Culpeper, went to be with the Lord on February 10, 2022. He was a resident at The Culpeper.

Earl was born at home in Columbia Furnace, VA to Perry Lee and Grace Vietta (Heishman) Heltzel. After graduating from Edinburg High School, he farmed with his father (always had his own horse). His brother Roy returned from the Navy and proposed they get merchant seamen’s papers.

They went to Sun Oil Company in Marcus Hook, PA and learned brothers couldn’t serve on the same ship. They tossed a coin for who would apply for the next available job with Sun Oil. Earl won. Looking out the porthole his 1st night, he saw Roy coming aboard. They were a man short; the brothers went to sea together.

In 1950, Earl was drafted off the ship into the Korean War. He was awarded the UN Service Medal, a Distinguished Unit Citation, the Korean Service Medal with 2 Bronze Service Stars, the Bronze Star Medal with V Device for combat gallantry, the Silver Star, and Purple Heart. In 1952 he was Honorably Discharged with the rank of Master Sergeant – and returned to Sun Oil. While visiting Roy in Culpeper, he met Ellen Hossley and married in June 1961. He continued with Sun Oil and they moved to Claymont, DE. Soon a job opened at the Culpeper Farmers Coop and they settled and raised a family in Culpeper.

He learned to weld from millwrights who came from NC. After 30 years at the Coop, Earl retired and went to work for Battlepark Farm, welding.

Earl was a member of St Luke Lutheran in the Shenandoah Valley. In 1962, he was baptized and joined the Culpeper Baptist Church and the Willie Parr Lewis Sunday School Class. He served on the Premises and Hospitality Committees and helped with Wednesday suppers. As a deacon, Earl enjoyed visiting each family he was assigned.

Earl was preceded in death by his parents, brother Roy Heltzel, and sisters Renetta Helsley, Bessie Sherman, and Esther PolkEarl is survived

by Ellen Heltzel - his wife of over 60 years, children Jamie (Jim) Pittman, Kristi (Gary) Woods, Dennis (Jean) Heltzel, and grandchildren Lindsay (Kyle) Whalen, Lauren Woods, Carly Heltzel, Lee Woods, and Wesley Heltzel, and great-grandson Lewis Grant Whalen, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation and viewing are Wednesday, February 16, 2022, 1pm at Culpeper Baptist Church, 318 S West Street, Culpeper, VA. Funeral services follow at 2pm with Pastor Dan Carlton officiating. Interment will be in Fairview Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions may be made to Culpeper Baptist Church.

The family appreciates the care Earl received from The Culpeper staff on the Terrace Level. He valued Dining Hall workers, CNAs, nurses, therapists and many others who daily befriended him.

PALLIATIVE CARE Palliative care is a specific care-giving approach to provide relief, ease suffering, and improve a patient’s overall quality of life. It is based on the patient’s needs, not on their medical prognosis. Palliative care is suitable for any age and various conditions such as heart failure, cancer, Parkinson’s disease, and dementia. Care teams are qualified to treat many symptoms such as depression, pain, anxiety, sleeping difficulties, and nausea. They serve as the perfect go-between between the patient and doctors and can effectively make sure the doctors know what the patient needs and wants so that everyone is on the same page. This can also give the patient more control over their care. Private health insurance may pay for some services.

Knowing that a loved one’s time is limited doesn’t necessarily make their passing any easier when it does happen. Somehow, we can never really be ready to say goodbye, and no matter how much we may realize in our minds that our loved one is no longer suffering or leading a life without enjoyment, our loss is a difficult and complicated situation to bear. But for many families, the chance to anticipate a death, and plan in advance— even if it is just a few days, can be a blessing.

For more information, please call MOSER FUNERAL HOME at (540) 347-3431. Our funeral home is located 233 Broadview Ave., Warrenton, and our BRIGHT VIEW CEMETERY is located just outside of Warrenton.

“Death is not the greatest loss in life. The greatest loss is what dies inside us while we live.”

Norman Cousins

Mary Elaine Reidy Mary Elaine Reidy, age 75, a resident of Warrenton, VA passed away on February 14, 2022.

Please visit moserfuneralhome. com for further updates.

Rashad Elderlark Newton Thompson Rashad Elderlark Newton Thompson, 28, of Manassas, VA, passed January 29, 2022.

A private memorial service was held at Joynes Funeral Home, Inc., 29 N. Third St., Warrenton, VA, 20186.

Online condolences can be given at www.joynesfuneralhome.com

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Full name(s) of owner(s): Shaad Inc. Trading as: Warrenton Jiffy Mart 10007 James Madison Highway, Warrenton, Fauquier, Virginia 20187-7821 The above establishment is applying to the VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL for a Wine and Beer off Premises license to sell or manufacture alcoholic beverages.

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Date of Public Hearing: Monday, February 28, 2022 Fauquier High School-Falcon Room 6 p.m.

The Fauquier County Public Schools FY 2023 Proposed Budget is based on the FY 2022-23 biennial budget goals established in the fall of calendar year 2021 by the School Board. The School Board goals fall into two overarching parameters: 1. Equity and access for all 21st century learners, and

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The total operating budget amount of the school division’s FY 2023 Proposed Budget is $163,300,002, which is $18,376,398 or 12.7% more than the current year (FY 2022). Of this increase, $13,794,750 will be used primarily for teacher compensation, market adjustments, and addressing scale compression.

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REVENUE SUMMARY BY SOURCE FY 2020 ADOPTED

Revenue Summary

FY 2021 ADOPTED

Local/Other

$

State

$ 47,746,946

$ 51,701,410

Transfers/Fund Balance

$ 93,091,478

Total Revenue

$ 141,730,724

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FY 2023 PROPOSED

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$ 50,885,466

$ 58,954,001

$

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$ 93,091,478

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$ 103,416,169

$ 10,324,691

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$ 145,739,548

$ 144,923,604

$ 163,300,002

$ 18,376,398

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$

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FY 2021 ADOPTED

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$ 128,679,680

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$ 12,688,272

Capital Outlay & Transfers

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$ 141,730,724

3,500,313

4,371,596

$ 145,739,548

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FY 2023 PROPOSED

Change

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$ 18,000,007

$ 12,635,617

$ 12,864,056

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$ 18,376,398

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$ 144,923,604

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$ 163,300,002

% Change 14.1%

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NOTICE FAUQUIER COUNTY BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS MARCH 3, 2022 The Fauquier County Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 3, 2022 in the Warren Green Building, First Floor Meeting Room, 10 Hotel Street, Warrenton, Virginia to consider the following item: VARIANCE – VARI-21-016613 – JAMES C. & LAURIE LUCAS ANDREWS (OWNERS/APPLICANTS) – ANDREWS PROPERTY – An application for a variance of Zoning Ordinance Section 3-405.1 to construct a detached garage.

The property is located at 7580 Cannoneer Court, Marshall District, Warrenton, Virginia. (PIN 6974-57-7734-000 (Heather Jenkins, Staff) The application materials can be found on the Land Development Online Portal at: https://commdevpay.fauquiercounty.gov/Energov_Prod/SelfService#/home.

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

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

Limited seating will be available to those desiring to speak during a scheduled public hearing. Citizens wishing to appear in person should arrive prior to the start time of the meeting. Upon arrival at the Warren Green Building, 10 Hotel Street, Warrenton, Virginia, you will receive additional direction. No face covering is required if fully vaccinated. All non-vaccinated citizens are asked to wear facial coverings and abide by other Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines. Comments will be limited to three minutes.

Fauquier County does not discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in admission or access to its programs and activities. Accommodations will be made for handicapped persons upon prior request. Citizens requiring reasonable accommodation for disabilities should contact Mrs. Fran Williams, Administrative Manager, at (540) 422-8210.

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* NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING *

PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED REAL PROPERTY TAX INCREASE FAUQUIER COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Times set forth are approximate and may be adjusted as necessary.

Tuesday, March 15, 2022 at 7:00 P.M. in the Fauquier High School Auditorium 705 Waterloo Road, Warrenton, VA 20186 The County of Fauquier proposes to increase property tax levies.

1. Assessment Increase: Total assessed value of real property, excluding additional assessments due to new construction or improvements to property, exceeds last year’s total assessed value of real property by 24.2 percent.

2. Lowered Rate Necessary to Offset Increased Assessment: The tax rate which would levy the same amount of real estate tax as last year, when multiplied by the new total assessed value of real estate with the exclusions mentioned above, would be $0.7951 per $100 of assessed value. This rate will be known as the “lowered tax rate.”

3. Effective Rate Increase: The County of Fauquier proposes to adopt a tax rate of $0.9940 per $100 of assessed value, or the “advertised rate.” The difference between the lowered tax rate and the proposed, or advertised rate would $0.1989 per $100, or 25 percent. This difference will be known as the “effective tax rate increase.”

In addition, the County of Fauquier’s County Administrator’s proposed budget recommends to adopt a tax rate of $0.9400 per $100 of assessed value. The difference between the lowered tax rate and the proposed rate would be $0.1449 per $100, or 18.2 percent.

Individual property taxes may, however, increase at a percentage greater than or less than the above percentage.

4. Proposed Total Budget Increase: Based on the proposed real property tax rate and changes in other revenues, the total budget of the County of Fauquier would exceed last year’s by 15.3 percent, if all requested budget proposals are approved. The County Administrator’s recommended real property tax rate and changes in other revenues will be proposed and released on February 25, 2022 at a percentage to offset a portion of increased assessments.

A public hearing on the increase will be held on Tuesday, March 15, 2022 at 7:00 pm at the Fauquier High School Auditorium, 705 Waterloo Road, Warrenton, Virginia 20186. Immediately following the close of this public hearing, the Board of Supervisors will conduct the annual public hearing on the County Administrator’s proposed budget.

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