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Warrenton leaders consider smaller budget for FY 2020 By James Ivancic Times Staff Writer

The Warrenton Town Council is considering upgrades to information technology assets, additional staff and a possible storm-water management fee or tax as it develops a new budget for the fiscal year that begins July 1. Warrenton Town councilmen and staff met Friday, March 1, for a nearly five-hour-long retreat at the PATH Foun-

Council mulls adding a storm-water management fee or tax dation headquarters on Walker Drive to review revenue, expenses and needs. Discussions will continue with a series of work sessions aimed at finalizing the town’s fiscal year 2020 budget in June. Interim Town Manager Brandie Schaeffer reviewed the town’s financial data and trends while department heads shared their accomplishments and needs.

Council members and staff seemed to agree that the computer hardware and software that staff uses to perform their work needs updating. Councilman Brett Hamby (Ward 3) suggested developing a timetable to replace technology and tackle the needs “chunks at a time” rather than wait until the town can afford a complete update.

“The more we can improve our technology the better we can serve,” observed Councilman Sean Polster (At Large). “If they can do the job more efficiently and effectively, it’s a cost savings.” “Just tell us what you need,” Hamby said.

See BUDGET, Page 4 Educators and members of both the Fauquier Education Association and Advocating for Change gathered at the Warren Green building on Friday to ask fellow educators and their supporters to attend the March 12 Board of Supervisors budget work session at Fauquier High School. TIMES STAFF PHOTO/ KAREN CHAFFRAIX

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Fauquier teachers respond to budget shortfall By James Ivancic Times Staff Writer

Some Fauquier teachers are taking a stand in the wake of a proposed budget for next school year that falls $1.4 million short of the local funding Superintendent David Jeck requested to operate the county’s 20 public schools. Dressed in “Red4Ed” clothing, members of Fauquier INSIDE Business.............................................13 Classified............................................34 Communities......................................29 Faith...................................................27

Educators Association and “Advocating for Change,” an organization pressing for more money for teachers, stood in front of the Warren Green Building in downtown Warrenton Friday afternoon to film a video. The appeal asks supporters to attend an upcoming meeting to press the board of supervisors for more money for public education.

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The Fauquier County Board of Supervisors will hold public sessions leading up to its March 21 vote on the new budget. Meetings will be held: • Thursday, March 7, 4:30 p.m., work session • Tuesday, March 12, 4:30 p.m., work session • Tuesday, March 12, 7 p.m., public hearing, in the Fauquier High School auditorium • Thursday, March 14, 4 p.m., joint work session with school board • Tuesday, March 19, 2 p.m., markup/ mark down • Thursday, March 21, 4 p.m., final vote, in the second-floor conference room, Warren Green Building Most meetings will be held in the firstfloor meeting room in the Warren Green building, 10 Hotel St., Warrenton. The Tuesday, March 12, public hearing will be held at Fauquier High School. The March 21 meeting will be held in the second-floor conference room of the Warren Green building.

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Robin Earl named new managing editor of the Fauquier Times Staff Reports Catherine Nelson, publisher of Piedmont Media, has announced that Robin Earl of Bealeton has joined the Fauquier Times staff as managing editor. A lifelong journalist, Earl held the position of managing editor of the Fauquier Times-Democrat between 1996 and 2007. She said she’s delighted to be back in the familiar newsroom. “With new owners at the helm and a 24/7 media environment, it’s a different job now than it was 10 years ago,” she said. “But I have always ROBIN EARL loved learning and writing about my neighbors in Fauquier County. Every person has a unique story to tell.”

Between 2008 and 2019, Earl worked as public relations specialist at Fauquier Hospital. She has also been a writer, editor and web-content manager for other Fauquier publications and organizations. Living, working and raising three children in Fauquier, Earl has cultivated local connections for 24 years. Nelson said Earl’s appointment allows Jill Palermo — who had been handling managing editor responsibilities for both the Fauquier Times and the Prince William Times — to focus on Piedmont Media’s Prince William Times, which is poised to expand its news coverage and its readership in the coming months. Palermo, a resident of Montclair for 15 years, wrote for the Potomac News in Woodbridge in the early 1990s and went on to work for daily newspapers in California, Illinois, Florida and North Carolina before returning to Prince William County in 2004. Piedmont Media’s mission is to educate readers

about local and regional issues while highlighting the challenges and strengths unique to each county. Its new nonprofit, the Piedmont Foundation, will further that work with in-depth coverage of select issues affecting our entire readership area. Earl and Palermo encourage residents and business owners in both Fauquier and Prince William counties to get in touch if they have story tips or other suggestions. “I would love to include as many voices as possible in our papers,” Earl said. “The tapestry of Fauquier County is wide and varied. I want to cover it all.” Earl can be reached at rearl@fauquier.com. “The goal of the Prince William Times is to accurately tell the story of our times here in the second-largest county in Northern Virginia and to be a central source of information and debate for our residents,” Palermo said. “We want to hear from you.” Reach Jill Palermo at jpalermo@fauquier.com.

Green Meadows subdivision in Opal getting water fix By James Ivancic Times Staff Writer

Green Meadows subdivision residents in Opal could have clear tap water in a couple of weeks, after three filters are replaced. A malfunction in one of the filters on Feb. 18 prompted the Fauquier Water and Sanitation Authority to shut off the filters and begin supplying the community of 92 homes with water brought in by tanker from Bealeton. Clear water comes from the tap when the filters are working as they

should. When the valve on one of the filters malfunctioned, residents saw pink, green and brown water. Though WSA Director Benjamin Shoemaker said the water is safe to drink, he understood the different colors were unappealing. Shoemaker said that because the water system that was installed by the subdivision’s builder is now 18 years old, he’s opted to replace rather than repair the three filters to avoid another failure. The replacement work could cost $100,000 — a cost that will be

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Chick-fil-A plans second drive-thru lane, expanded kitchen By James Ivancic Times Staff Writer

Business at Warrenton’s Chickfil-A is good; in fact, it’s too good. Franchise owner Paul Brock will shut the restaurant for several weeks this summer to expand the kitchen, add a second drive-thru lane and address traffic that stacks up on the main road during busy lunch and dinner hours. “We’ll make sure the community knows” when the six-week closure is going to occur, said Brock. Construction was originally planned to begin Aug. 1 but he’d like to see it start in June. “August is typically busy, June not as much,” Brock explained. He’s been working with town officials for a year for a solution to the customer traffic that can back up onto West Lee Highway. “It’s a safety thing. We want to take one drive-thru lane and make

PHOTO BY CARSON MCRAE Traffic backs up onto West Lee Highway during the lunch rush at Warrenton’s Chick-fil-A on Monday. it two,” said Brock. Currently, staff members get drive-thru customers their food more quickly by engaging drivers where they wait in line. They

use iPads to record orders for pick up at the restaurant window. Brock said that 65 percent of his restaurant’s business is takeout

drive-thru business. Overall sales, drive-through and sit down, total $6.2 million. Brock expects that to increase to at least $8 million after the expansion. “I’ve had 8 to 10 percent growth per year,” said Brock. The Warrenton restaurant opened on March 20, 2008. Redesigning the parking lot will leave the restaurant with the same number of parking spaces — 36 — that it has now, Brock said. Traffic making a right turn into the restaurant parking lot will do so at an entry point closer to neighboring BB&T bank, Brock said. The seating area inside the restaurant won’t be changing. Brock said he has 65 employees. He’ll retain 75 percent and pay them during the shutdown. Brock is now working to secure the necessary permits from the town for the renovation. Reach James Ivancic at jivancic@fauquier.com.

Walker Drive town center project foes move to appeal judge’s ruling By James Ivancic Times Staff Writer

Residents who filed a lawsuit challenging the Warrenton Town Council’s 2017 approval of a development along Walker Drive have filed a notice of appeal to the Virginia Supreme Court. The residents’ attorney, Bradley Pollack of Woodstock, Virginia, recorded the notice of appeal with the 20th Circuit Court in Fauquier County on Feb. 22. Plaintiffs in-

clude Carol Hegwood, Lee T. Rowland, Kathlyn Rowland, Craig A. Updike, Elbert Michael Ussery and Elizabeth S. Ussery. Bill and Bob Springer and Kim and Mike Forsten want to develop 15 parcels on 31 acres with up to 116 apartments and condos as well as a town-center-type development. The neighbors of the proposed development lost their case at the circuit court level when Judge Jeffrey W. Parker ruled in the town’s favor Feb.

5. The suit dealt mainly with traffic issues and impacts to residents in the immediate area of the future development. Parker ruled the town council considered the traffic and transportation impact information. The Warrenton Town Council approved the rezoning from light industrial (which does not allow residential) to mixed-use overlay development on July 11, 2017. Reach James Ivancic at jivancic@fauquier.com.

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Council mulls adding a storm-water management fee or tax BUDGET, from Page 1 Budget $10 million less than 2019

The tentative fiscal year 2020 budget is $27,006,337, which is actually less than the current year budget of $36,773,818. The amount reflects a $10 million reduction in spending on water and sewer capital improvements. There was a push to tackle those projects during the current fiscal year, so fewer are projected for next year. The budget also pegs less spending on capital improvements — $2,883,162 in the current year compared to $2,750,350, tentatively, in fiscal year 2020. The town’s 2.5 percent meals tax is the largest source of local revenue for the town, bringing in $2.8 million for the current year or about one-quarter of the general fund revenue. Revenue from the state ranks second, bringing in $3 million or about 22 percent of the general fund. The business, professional and occupational license tax revenue is the town’s third-largest source of revenue, comprising about 18 percent of the general fund or about $1.9 million. Total general-fund spending in fiscal year 2020 will be $16,208,736 if the town council agrees to the proposed budget. That’s an increase from $15,669,538 this year. The general fund doesn’t include water and sewer department operating or capital expenditures.

Raises and reserves

The town currently has a policy of holding half of its adopted operating budget balance in reserve, which is a higher percentage than other communities hold back. Reserves generally range from 8 to 20 percent of general revenue, Schaeffer said. The town’s auditor took note of the 50 percent as being unusually high. “There’s nothing wrong with that,” Schaeffer said, but borrowing while sitting on savings may be a reason to rethink the current policy. The budget includes an average merit-based raise of 3 percent for town staff members, which will cost $188,567. Health insurance costs continue to rise, and a 15 percent increase in premiums will cost the town an additional $101,028. The public works department claims 24 percent of the general fund expenditures, while the police department uses about 23 percent and capital expenditures amount for about 13 percent. Polster questioned continuing to fund an office of economic development. “We’ve spent $676,000 over the last four years and we have more vacant storefronts,” he said. Thomas Wisemiller, the town’s most recent economic development manager, resigned Feb. 14 after 18 months on the job. He was preceded by Heather Stinson.

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Schaeffer suggested taking time to “step back and think about what [the job] should be rather than filling it immediately.” She said the view of some in the business community was that the office had “floundered without direction and that a more strategic vision [is] needed.” The town currently doesn’t charge for storm water management. Schaeffer said she is looking for direction from council on recouping costs the town is now bearing, whether it be through a fee assessed at the permitting stage for a new project or through a tax. It’s a subject that council is expected to address later in the budget process. Reach James Ivancic at jivancic@fauquier.com.

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The Warrenton Town Council will hold work sessions on the budget in April and May and will approve a final spending plan June 11. Here’s a on timeline of upcoming meetings: • Thursday, April 4: Initial budget presentation, 6 p.m. • Monday, April 15: Work session, 6 p.m. • Tuesday, April 30: Work session, 6 p.m. • Tuesday, May 14: Public hearing, 7 p.m. • Monday, May 20: Final work session, 6 p.m. • Tuesday, June 11: Budget adoption, 7 p.m. Check the Town of Warrenton website for final meeting times and locations.

Fauquier teachers respond to budget shortfall TEACHERS, from Page 1 The hearing is scheduled for 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 12, in the Fauquier High School auditorium. “Come tell your story. What is great about teaching in Fauquier County? What is unbearable?” said Jen McIntyre, a third-grade teacher at C. Hunter Ritchie Elementary School. “We’re making these videos to encourage supporters to come and make their opinions known. They’ll go up on our Facebook pages,” said Lauren Brill, president of the Fauquier Education Association and a kindergarten teacher at Margaret M. Pierce Elementary School in Remington. The supervisors’ work sessions will be held at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 5 and Tuesday, March 12 at the Warren Green building, 10 Hotel St., Warrenton. The meetings were originally scheduled for 2 p.m. but were changed until later so teachers could attend. Supervisors Chairman Chris Butler said board members “will be there to listen.” Butler said, “A priority of mine is public safety.” The fire levy would increase under the proposed budget to fund additional fire and rescue staff plus a position in the sheriff’s office. Butler said he doesn’t support an increase in the real estate tax rate apart from that purpose.

$1.4 million short of schools’ request

The supervisors will discuss Fauquier County Administrator Paul McCulla’s $313.3 million budget for fiscal year 2020, which begins July 1. Photo: By Christopher Michel - Mr Ed, CC BY 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=24811203 The spending plan funds additional fire and rescue staff but comes $10 | Free to NSLM Members about $1.4 million short of fully For more information or to RSVP, contact Anne Marie Paquette, the Clarice & Robert funding Jeck’s request for Fauquier H. Smith Educator at APaquette@NationalSporting.org or (540) 687-6542 x25 County schools. For More Information Visit: Jeck had asked the county for a total increase of about $4.5 million over the current year to help fund planned pay raises for county teach-

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ers and staff as well as other needs. The amount is about $2.36 million more than the extra $2.1 million the county had already pledged for the school division in 2020. McCulla’s budget included an extra $1 million in excess of the expected $2.1 million boost for county schools, for a total increase of $3.1 million. The supervisors will now review the spending plan over the coming weeks before voting on a final version later this month.

Average tax bills to rise $45 a year

The proposed budget proposes a 1.2-cent increase in the overall real estate tax rate that would increase the average homeowner’s tax bill by $45 yearly. The proposal funds an additional six full-time fire and rescue technicians and three full-time captains. That boost in staffing would expand coverage at fire stations to 12 hours daily and add a second command officer for major or multiple incidents. The sheriff’s office would receive funds to hire an additional crime analyst. The county would add an information security analyst to guard against “hacking” and a full-time adult family services worker. A shift of $400,000 would fund 12 full-time school security officers employed by the school division. County employees would see a 2-percent pay increase, which includes a 0.4-percent cost of living adjustment and a 0.6-percent merit increase. The $313.3 million total budget includes spending for capital projects over the next five years — $12 million for broadband development; $40.8 million for school projects; and $200,000 for enhancements at the Warrenton-Fauquier Airport. The proposed budget can be viewed in its entirety on the county government website, fauquiercounty.gov. Reach James Ivancic at jivancic@fauquier.com.

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School board mulls new middle school plan Board to move forward on Cedar Lee expansion, undecided on Taylor, Warrenton By Karen Chaffraix Times Staff Writer

“We agree on phase one. Hallelujah,” Fauquier County School Board Chair Suzanne Sloane (Scott) said, some 85-minutes into a special meeting held last week to discuss a new plan for renovating and expanding the county’s oldest middle schools. The Wednesday, Feb. 27, meeting was the first time the school board publicly discussed the latest iteration of a proposal to provide more space in Fauquier County’s middle schools. The plan would also upgrade and renovate its oldest school buildings, which include Taylor Middle School, built in 1951, and Warrenton Middle, built in 1934. The school board has been discussing the issue for more than a decade and settled in 2016 on a special community committee’s recommendation to close Warrenton Middle and build a new consolidated school on the Taylor Middle School site. But then two things happened. First, the Fauquier County Board of Supervisors refused to provide the funding necessary to build a new, consolidated middle school. The supervisors set aside about $30 million for middle school renovations in their 2018 budget, about $13 million short of the $43 million the school board said it needed to build a new school. Then, in June 2018, the supervisors amended the county’s comprehensive plan to stipulate that new public buildings could not be built on “environmental elements” such as the 100- or 500-year floodplains. Taylor Middle School is located on a 500-year floodplain. Another challenge emerged: Cedar Lee Middle School, the county’s largest with more than 600 students, is nearing capacity and cannot accommodate growth expected in southern Fauquier. Those factors drove a new proposal that was hammered out in behind-the-scenes meetings of members of both the board of supervisors and school board in recent months. The plan, first announced during a Feb. 14 supervisors’ work session, proposed expanding and renovating Warrenton Middle, expanding Cedar Lee Middle and closing Taylor Middle to be used as something other than a public school.

Bland: What about Taylor Middle?

Sloane said she scheduled the Feb. 27 special meeting to “bring everyone up to speed” and to try and make some headway in the matter. A “conceptual plan” was circulated listing “phase one” to be “expansion/rezoning of Cedar Lee Middle School.” According to the conceptual plan, phase two would be to develop a request for proposals to renovate and expand Warrenton Middle School, including redistricting that would send some students from Warrenton Middle to Cedar Lee Middle. As the meeting began, School Board member Duke Bland (Marshall) said he is not opposed to any of the ideas, but “need[s] to be convinced that

TIMES STAFF PHOTO/ROBIN EARL Fauquier County School Board members are considering how to balance school populations among its middle schools. One idea would close Taylor Middle School in Warrenton, built in 1951 as a high school for black students. [renovating] Warrenton Middle is the best solution.” “And if so, then what are we going to do with Taylor? We own part of the Taylor school property. We can repurpose that building,” Bland said. “I want to make sure [Taylor] continues as an educational institution, and make sure that the area is dedicated to the history and legacy of William C. Taylor and its alumni. I want assurances,” he added. Taylor Middle School was initially built as the county’s first high school for black students. Fauquier County’s schools were not integrated until 1969. School Board member Don Mason (Lee) said something needs to be done about Pierce Elementary. “The south of the county is too often ignored. Pierce is at 101-percent capacity,” he said, adding later: “There is significant political pressure to keep our old, ugly past alive, to keep a school in the heart of Warrenton.” At one point, Bland noted that the board of supervisors, while in charge of directing county funding to the school division, cannot make school construction decisions, according to Virginia law. “They can’t tell us what to do,” he said of the supervisors. But School Board Vice Chairman Donna Grove (Cedar Run) pointed out that funding drives school board decision-making. “Face facts,” Grove said. “The board of supervisors will not fund a new build.”

Bland replied: “I reiterate, the board of supervisors cannot dictate to us.” Grove then responded: “Our goal has been: What can we all agree on? I have never felt dictated to.” As Bland and School Board member Brian Gorg (Center) exchanged floodplain facts, Bland said: “The school board never considered if we could still legally build on the floodplain.” Gorg rebutted, “The FEMA map shows a Zone A floodplain on Taylor’s property, and there is an ordinance now that says you cannot add a building.” After an hour-and-a-half of animated exchange, Sloane said, “Cedar Lee seems to be the logical first step; to put an addition on it. Does anyone disagree with Cedar Lee work going first?” No one raised an objection. Superintendent David Jeck noted that whatever the board decides, “This is three to four years out.” The school board then went into closed session to discuss real estate matters. The school board later voted to authorize county officials to explore options for selling school board property and setting a fair-value price to be approved by the school board at a later date. The location of the property was not specified. The school board and board of supervisors will hold a work session at 5:30 p.m. today at the Warren Green building to further discuss plans for middle school construction. The public is invited to attend. Reach Karen Chaffraix at kchaffraix@fauquier.com

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Car struck by 2 trains in Bealeton, no injuries A collision Sunday night between a car and two trains in Bealeton happened after a Honda Civic got stuck on the tracks along a private section of Bealeton Road, according to Virginia State Police. The crash occurred at 7:50 p.m. Sunday, March 3, on Bealeton Road near the intersection with Collins Lane. The occupants of the 2008 Honda Civic — an 18-year-old driver and three passengers — escaped the car unharmed before the two trains, which were coming from opposite directions, hit the vehicle, Virginia State Police Trooper J.R. Lewis said in an email Monday. Lewis said Amtrak reported some injuries among passengers, but an Amtrak spokeswoman disputed that report later Monday afternoon, saying no passengers aboard the train were injured.

“There were no injuries to the 180 passengers or crew members on board the train. Amtrak police are cooperating with local law enforcement to investigate the incident,” Beth Toll, a spokeswoman for Amtrak, said in an email. The passenger train involved in the collision was an Amtrak “Crescent Train 19,” which was on its way from New York to New Orleans, Toll said. “A 2008 Honda Civic was crossing a railroad in a private section of the road when it became stuck on the tracks with two trains approaching from opposite directions,” Lewis said. “The Honda’s 18-year-old driver (from Buckingham County) and three passengers escaped the vehicle unharmed and prior to the vehicle being struck by both trains,” Lewis said. The crash remains under investigation.

Narcotics seized during weekend traffic stop A Fauquier County Sheriff’s deputy conducted a traffic stop on Frost Avenue Saturday that resulted in the seizure of oxycodone, methadone and crack cocaine. The vehicle was stopped for defective equipment at 1:07 a.m., according to the sheriff’s office. During the encounter, the deputy suspected there might be narcotics in the vehicle and requested assistance from a K-9 unit. K-9 Bane alerted officers to the presence of narcotics. A subsequent search of the vehicle led to the discovery of oxycodone pills, methadone pills and crack cocaine, Sgt. James Hartman, sheriff’s office spokesman, said in a news release. Both occupants of the vehicle, identified as Ellen Graham and Tina Kenny, were taken into custody and transported to the magistrate’s office. It was

The silver metal at the center of the two trains is all that remained of the 2008 Honda Civic that became stuck on the railroad tracks outside Bealeton Sunday night before it was hit by two trains heading in opposite directions about 8 p.m. No one was injured in the incident. COURTESY PHOTO

BRIEFS discovered that Graham had attempted to conceal oxycodone in the patrol vehicle and Kenny had attempted to conceal crack cocaine during the ride, Hartman said. Ellen Yvonne Graham, 65, of Warrenton, was charged with possession of oxycodone with the intent to distribute, possession of crack cocaine and possession of methadone, Hartman said. Tina Adele Kenny, 43, of Warrenton, was charged with possession of oxycodone with the intent to distribute, possession of crack cocaine and a summons for defective equipment, Hartman said. Both Graham and Kenny were held at the Fauquier County Adult Detention Center on a $25,000 secured bond. Police seized 133 oxycodone pills, 3.5 methadone pills and 2.3 grams of crack cocaine; the street value of the narcotics is about $1,000, Hartman said.

Driver cited for impersonating a law enforcement officer At about 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 2, a Fauquier County Sheriff’s deputy observed a red Ford Ranger truck traveling 65 in a 45 mph zone in Opal, according to the sheriff’s office. The deputy also noticed a flashing blue light on the dash of the vehicle. As the Ranger approached the deputy, the flashing blue light was turned off, according to the deputy, said Sgt. James Hartman, of the Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office. A traffic stop was conducted near the Johnson Motel. The driver, Hunter Allen Jenkins, 20, of Bealeton, was charged for reckless driving, unauthorized use of a blue flashing/blinking/ or alternating light and impersonating a law enforcement officer. Jenkins was released on the traffic summonses, Hartman said.

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VDOT announces three-week closure of U.S. 29 By James Ivancic Times Staff Writer

Construction work to flatten the hills on U.S. 29 near Vint Hill Road is still months away, but the Virginia Department of Transportation is already alerting motorists about a three-week closure of the northbound lanes, planned for July 2 to Aug. 2. VDOT has placed an electronic sign in the area, alerted the media and posted information on social media. Northbound U.S. 29 lanes near the Prince William County line will shut down, but southbound traffic will generally continue to flow. During the “cut the hills” operation, blasting of rock will cause slowdowns in southbound lanes as well.

Traffic will hold in place for up to 15 minutes at a time, according to John Lynch, district engineer for VDOT’s Culpeper District. During the northbound shutdown, vehicles traveling north on U.S. 29 will be directed to take U.S. 17 to Interstate 66. Va. 600 and Va. 605 will be used as detour routes. Access to and from Vint Hill Road and adjacent properties will be maintained, as well access to and from Battlefield Baptist Church and one residence. After the road reopens, construction may continue until about Sept. 30. The work is being done to improve the view of northbound U.S. 29 drivers as they approach a traffic signal at Vint Hill Road (Va. 215). VDOT has reported that 113 crashes occurred at that spot from 2013 to 2017; rumble strips on

the pavement and an overhead light that flashes to alert drivers about the traffic light ahead have not solved the problem. The cut and fill portion of the project work has been fully funded at $4,619,789. A second phase of work will follow, including turning improvements at the Vint Hill Road intersection and enhancements at the intersection of U.S. 29 and Va. 600 (Broad Run Church/Beverleys Mill Road). That phase is budgeted at $2,805,838. An early completion incentive will be given to the winner of the contract. The closure “is going to be painful,” said Garrett Moore, VDOT chief engineer, particularly the first few days of it. Reach James Ivancic at jivancic@fauquier. com.

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF AN APPLICATION BY VIRGINIA ELECTRIC AND POWER COMPANY FOR APPROVAL TO MODIFY EXPERIMENTAL COMPANION TARIFF, DESIGNATED SCHEDULE RF CASE NO. PUR-2019-00016 On February 1, 2019, pursuant to § 56-234 B of the Code of Virginia and Rule 80, 5 VAC 5-20-80, of the State Corporation Commission’s (“Commission”) Rules of Practice and Procedure (“Rules of Practice”), Virginia Electric and Power Company d/b/a Dominion Energy Virginia (“Company”) filed with the Commission an application (“Application”) for approval of modifications to the Company’s experimental and voluntary companion tariff, designated Schedule RF, Environmental Attributes Purchase From Renewable Energy Facilities (Experimental) (“Schedule RF”), which was approved by the Commission in Case No. PUR-2017-00137, and available to eligible existing and new commercial and industrial customers. The Application states that under Schedule RF, participating customers execute a Renewable Facilities Agreement (“RFA”) with the Company setting forth the general terms and conditions of each such customer’s commitment to enhance the cost-effectiveness of one or more renewable generation facilities to be constructed and operated by the Company as system resources. The RFA requires the customer and the Company to execute a confirmation providing for the pricing and certain other terms and conditions of the customer’s commitment in exchange for the transfer of environmental attributes, including the renewable energy certificates (“Environmental Attributes”) associated with one or more specific new renewable generation facilities. Schedule RF also provides that the Company shall be the exclusive provider of electric service for participating customer accounts. The Company states that the proposed modifications will make Schedule RF available to additional customers. The Company proposes three modifications to the existing Schedule RF language. First, the Company proposes to make Schedule RF available as a companion tariff to all customers who are concurrently subscribed to any of the Company’s nonresidential tariffs. The Company states that currently, customers who are subscribed to one of the Company’s market based nonresidential rate schedules are not eligible to participate in Schedule RF. Second,the Company proposes to eliminate the requirement that any customer wishing to apply for service under Schedule RF must be adding new load in the Company’s Virginia service territory of at least 30,000,000 kilowatt-hours annually. As modified, participating customers would be required instead to commit to purchasing at least 2,000 Environmental Attributes annually. Finally, the Company proposes to include a provision in Schedule RF to permit a customer to assign or otherwise delegate the Schedule RF commitment to an affiliate, subsidiary, or tenant, subject to reasonable requirements and upon the Company’s written approval. The Company states this modification will enable affiliates, subsidiaries, or tenants of the Company’s customers who consume electricity supplied by the Company but are not themselves customers to also support the cost effectiveness of renewable generation facilities by purchasing Environmental Attributes from new renewable facilities at a fixed price. The Commission entered an Order for Notice and Hearing that, among other things, scheduled a public hearing on June 18, 2019, at 10 a.m., in the Commission’s second floor courtroom located in the Tyler Building, 1300 East Main Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219, to receive testimony from members of the public and evidence related to the Application from the Company, any respondents, and the Commission’s Staff. Any person desiring to testify as a public witness at this hearing should appear fifteen (15) minutes prior to the starting time of the hearing and contact the Commission’s Bailiff. The Company’s Application, as well as the Commission’s Order for Notice and Hearing, are available for public inspection during regular business hours at each of the Company’s business offices in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Copies also may be obtained by submitting a written request to counsel for the Company, Lisa S. Booth, Esquire, Dominion Energy Services, Inc., 120 Tredegar Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219. If acceptable to the requesting party, the Company may provide the documents by electronic means. Copies of the Application and other documents filed in this case also are available for interested persons to review in the Commission’s Document Control Center located on the first floor of the Tyler Building, 1300 East Main Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219, between the hours of 8:15 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. Interested persons also may download unofficial copies from the Commission’s website: http://www.scc.virginia.gov/case. On or before June 11, 2019, any interested person wishing to comment on the Company’s Application shall file written comments on the Application with Joel H. Peck, Clerk, State Corporation Commission, c/o Document Control Center, P.O. Box 2118, Richmond, Virginia 23218-2118. Any interested person desiring to file comments electronically may do so on or before June 11, 2019, by following the instructions on the Commission’s website: http://www.scc.virginia.gov/case. Compact discs or any other form of electronic storage medium may not be filed with the comments. All such comments shall refer to Case No. PUR-2019-00016. On or before April 19, 2019, any person or entity wishing to participate as a respondent in this proceeding may do so by filing a notice of participation. If not filed electronically, an original and fifteen (15) copies of the notice of participation shall be submitted to the Clerk of the Commission at the address above. A copy of the notice of participation as a respondent also must be sent to counsel for the Company at the address set forth above. Pursuant to Rule 5 VAC 5-20-80 B, Participation as a respondent, of the Commission’s Rules of Practice, any notice of participation shall set forth: (i) a precise statement of the interest of the respondent; (ii) a statement of the specific action sought to the extent then known; and (iii) the factual and legal basis for the action. Any organization, corporation, or government body participating as a respondent must be represented by counsel as required by Rule 5 VAC 5-20-30, Counsel, of the Rules of Practice. All filings shall refer to Case No. PUR-2019-00016. On or before May 9, 2019, each respondent may file with the Clerk of the Commission, and serve on the Commission’s Staff, the Company, and all other respondents, any testimony and exhibits by which the respondent expects to establish its case, and each witness’s testimony shall include a summary not to exceed one page. If not filed electronically, an original and fifteen (15) copies of such testimony and exhibits shall be submitted to the Clerk of the Commission at the address above. In all filings, respondents shall comply with the Commission’s Rules of Practice, including 5 VAC 5-20-140, Filing and service, and 5 VAC 5-20240, Prepared testimony and exhibits. All filings shall refer to Case No. PUR-2019-00016. All documents filed with the Office of the Clerk of the Commission in this docket may use both sides of the paper. In all other respects, all filings shall comply fully with the requirements of 5 VAC 5-20-150, Copies and format, of the Commission’s Rules of Practice. The Commission’s Rules of Practice may be viewed at http://www.scc.virginia.gov/case. A printed copy of the Commission’s Rules of Practice and an official copy of the Commission’s Order for Notice and Hearing in this proceeding may be obtained from the Clerk of the Commission at the address above. 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Yes, Fauquier commutes are expensive But consider what we get in return

Any Fauquier resident who commutes to Washington every day has no doubt the trip is among the most difficult in the country. Now, a national business publisher argues it’s also among the most expensive. A Bloomberg study of U.S. Census data found residents of Maryland’s Charles County, on average, spent 388 hours traveling to and from work in 2017, making it first in the nation in a ranking of the “economic cost of commuting.” To put that into context, that’s almost two-and-a-half weeks lost to commuting in a single year. Residents of Fauquier and area communities more than 35 miles outside of D.C. spent a similar amount of time on their commutes, placing Fauquier second on the list. Prince William ranked sixth. How does Bloomberg calculate the “cost of commuting?” It used a variety of factors to find an “opportunity cost” based on average earnings and commuting hours. The number of workers leaving before 6 a.m. — considered a special hardship — was also factored in. From that, Bloomberg awarded scores based on dollar amounts and the percent of income residents lose to their daily commutes. Counties in Virginia and Maryland ranked higher than other stereotypically high-priced regions, such as San Francisco and New York City. This is due in no small part to the effects of sprawl we feel so keenly here in Northern Virginia. The trend of urbanites migrating to the suburbs and exurbs is nothing new; it began in the latter half of the 20th century. According to the Brookings Institution, that shift had been somewhat “on hold” after the Great Recession. Census data now shows suburbanization is back on the rise. Statistically, it makes for an interesting comparison, particularly with Metro’s Silver Line expansion to Dulles Airport and Amazon’s impending arrival. But statistics only tell part of the story. They don’t deal in motivations or the quality-of-life issues behind the long daily treks. The benefits our communities offer — such as wide-open spaces, cheaper housing and good schools — have always held sway over the decision to tackle a long commute. Were that figured into the cost, the Fauquier commute might be considered more affordable, or at least more valuable. This trend bears watching, as all of these factors influence how our local governments address issues such as rezonings and money spent on transportation projects and education, just to name a few. All must be considered as county leaders manage the continued influx of commuters (and residents) while preserving the very qualities that draw people to our communities.

It’s time to fix teacher pay We’re glad to see Prince William County Board of Supervisors considering a budget that would fully fund local schools and offer teachers a 7 percent raise over two years — it’s about time. Less encouraging is the current state of affairs in Fauquier, where the supervisors will begin their budget talks with a recommendation from County Administrator Paul McCulla that falls $1.4 million short of fully funding Fauquier Superintendent David Jeck’s budget for next school year. Jeck’s budget offers a necessary remedy for the teacher salary compression problem — where veteran teachers are not compensated appropriately for their experience. The issue is at the root of the 12-percent teacher turnover rate the county experienced last year. Simply put, that’s unsustainable. Fauquier schools must reinstate the salary scale and fix pay levels within the teaching ranks to address this problem. School division staff estimate it would cost the average taxpayer in Fauquier County about $50 more a year — above the average $45 tax-bill hike already assumed in McCulla’s budget — to make the school division’s budget whole. That’s reasonable. We hope the supervisors will agree.

FAUQUIER FLASHBACKS: FROM THE FAUQUIER TIMES In March 1962, Mrs. Charlotte Gray’s fifth grade class at Warrenton Elementary School on Academy Hill presented the play, Hansel and Gretel. In this photo, the Witch (center), played by Anne Timberlake, casts a spell over Gretel (Virginia Carrico) and Hansel (Carroll Foley). 75 Years Ago March 9, 1944 At a service at the Warrenton Methodist Church on March 12, the Air Medal with a silver Oak Leaf cluster was posthumously awarded to Sgt. George W. Ash. He was killed in action on Sept. 16; the medal will be presented to his widow, Mrs. Hazel Ash. The Warrenton USO Club, serving soldiers of the Signal Corps Station and visiting and transient service men, will relocate from its present quarters in the Warren Green Hotel to the second floor of the building on Main Street owned by Mrs. Ford G. Anderson and housing Lerner Brothers Department Store. Game Warden J. K. Douglas reported two more cases of rabies last week. That brings the county’s total to seven. 50 Years Ago March 13, 1969 Meade Palmer of Warrenton was elected first vice president of the American Society of Landscape Architects for a two-year term beginning in June at the society’s annual meeting in St. Louis. Mr. Palmer has been practicing landscape architecture in Warrenton since 1948. John W. Warner, of White Post, has been appointed Under Secretary of the Navy by President Richard Nixon. For his work as a combat correspondent with the Marine Corps in Viet Nam, Cpl. Michael E. Frank, 22, of Gainesville has been presented the Navy

Achievement Medal at a ceremony at Quantico, where he is assigned. Lorene J. Walred and Brenda Heflin have been named first place winners in the music competition sponsored Feb. 27 at Fauquier High School by the Lions Club of Fauquier. 25 Years Ago March 9, 1994 At a party Saturday to celebrate his retirement after 42 years with the National Security Agency, Warrenton resident John Williams announced his candidacy for appointment to the Center District seat on the School Board. Following a meeting with Disney’s America project officials, the Warrenton Town Council on Tuesday approved a luke-warm resolution welcoming the company to the area. The action came after Kyle McAdams, development director for Disney’s America, presented a 30-minute slide show, but was unable to answer the majority of the council’s questions. A charity basketball game between graduates of the former Warrenton and Marshall high schools will take place April 2 at the Marshall Community Center. Money raised will go for improvements in the old Marshall High gymnasium. “We are trying to involve the alumni into the needs of this building,” said Bob Sinclair, a former Marshall High graduate. — Compiled by John T. Toler

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** NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ** PROPOSED BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2020, TAX RATES FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2019, AND THE PROPOSED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2020-2024 FAUQUIER COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Tuesday, March 12, 2019 at 7:00 P.M. Fauquier High School - Auditorium 705 Waterloo Road, Warrenton, VA 20186 A Public Hearing on the proposed FY 2020 County Budget, proposed Capital Improvement Program, and Tax Year 2019 tax rates will be held by the Board of Supervisors at the time and place noted above. This hearing is for expenditures and revenues for all County Departments, the Ambulance Revenue Fund, the Capital Improvement Fund, the Conservation Easement Service District Levy Fund, the County Asset Replacement Fund, the Debt Service Fund, the Environmental Services - Landfill Fund, Airport Fund, the Fire and Rescue Tax Levy Fund, Internal Service Funds, and the School Division Funds for the period of July 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020. Calendar Year 2019 tax rates proposed would be effective upon adoption with real estate taxes due June 5th and December 5th, and personal property taxes due October 5th of each year, with any due date that falls on a weekend moved to the next business day. The proposed FY 2020 budget includes an advertised overall real estate tax rate of $0.994 which would fund all FY 2020 proposed budget requests.

The proposed FY 2020 budget, in summary form below, is for informative and fiscal planning purposes only. The proposed Capital Improvement Program (CIP) plan totals $64.45 million over the five-year planning period. Of this amount, $0.60 million would be allocated for public safety and fire and rescue projects, $4.50 million for a Sheriff’s Office Building, $2.95 million for parks and recreational projects, $966,000 for environmental services projects, $14.50 million for utility projects, $134,845 for Airport projects, and $40.80 million for school division projects. Copies of the complete proposed budget and CIP are available at the Fauquier County Public Library, the Office of Management and Budget, the County Administrator’s Office, and online at http://www.fauquiercounty.gov/government/departments-h-z/management-and-budget. The inclusion of any item in the proposed budget does not represent a commitment by (or obligation of) the Fauquier County Board of Supervisors to appropriate funds for any item or purpose listed. The Board of Supervisors may adjust any or all figures after the public hearing. In accordance with the Code of Virginia, the local tax rates can only be adjusted downward from the advertised rates, unless additional notice is given and a public hearing held on any proposed increase. ALL COUNTY RESIDENTS ARE INVITED TO ATTEND THIS PUBLIC HEARING AND COMMENT ON THE PROPOSED BUDGET, CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM, AND TAX RATES. Any person not able to attend may submit written comments to the County Administrator’s Office, 10 Hotel Street, Warrenton, Virginia 20186. Paul S. McCulla, County Administrator FURTHER INFORMATION : If there are questions, or if additional information is desired prior to the public hearing, please contact: Office of Management and Budget (540) 422-8360 County Administrator’s Office (540) 422-8001 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.

LOCAL TAX RATES

FY 2020 PROPOSED BUDGET

FY 2020 Proposed General Fund Revenue Use of Money and Property Fines & Forfeitures 0.4% 0.3% Intergovernmental Transfers 0.3% Use of Fund Balance 0.5% Miscellaneous Revenue and Recovered Costs 0.3% Charges for Services 0.5% Permits, Fees, and Licenses 0.8% Federal Revenue 1.4%

General Property Tax 72.0%

Other Local Taxes 9.0% State Revenue 14.6%

REVENUES REVENUES

FY2019 FY 2019 FY 2020FY 2020 ADOPTED ADOPTED PROJECTED PROJECTED

Source Source GENERAL FUND Real Property Taxes GENERAL FUND Personal Property Real Property TaxesTaxes Personal Property Taxes Other Local Revenue Other Revenue Local Revenue State State Revenue Federal Revenue Federal Revenue Intergovernmental Revenue Intergovernmental Revenue Use of Prior Years’ Fund Balance Use of Prior Years' Fund Balance TOTAL, GENERAL FUND TOTAL, GENERAL FUND

$98,974,472 $100,968,991 24,980,000$98,974,472 26,080,000 $100,968,991 26,080,000 28,783,519 24,980,000 29,257,765 29,257,765 27,308,269 28,783,519 27,401,176 27,401,176 2,580,272 27,308,269 2,587,225 2,587,225 478,137 2,580,272 480,526 478,137 480,526 987,697 987,697 987,696987,696 $184,092,366$184,092,366$187,763,379 $187,763,379

OTHER FUNDS Ambulance Revenue Recovery Fund Capital Improvement Fund Conservation Easement Service District Fund County Asset Replacement Fund Debt Service Fund Environmental Services - Landfill Fund Fire and Rescue Levy Fund Fleet Maintenance Fund Health Insurance Fund Warrenton-Fauquier Airport Fund School Division Operating Fund School Nutrition Fund School Textbook Fund School Asset Replacement Fund Regional Governor’s School Fund TOTAL, OTHER FUNDS

$1,456,617 19,878,158 845,325 3,366,858 12,728,609 6,093,239 17,991,518 3,506,492 34,173,313 732,851 140,771,345 5,645,825 1,115,796 4,450,286 1,561,050 $254,317,282

$1,480,191 6,968,000 857,221 1,904,492 13,688,172 6,200,619 18,411,985 3,517,988 35,898,229 732,851 142,946,368 5,744,696 1,116,884 4,981,326 1,596,550 $246,045,572

($107,495,641)

($108,532,665)

$330,914,007

$325,276,286

Less Local Support TOTAL REVENUE, ALL FUNDS

Levy1 REAL ESTATE General Real Estate Special District Levy (Countywide) Fire and Rescue Conservation Easement Stormwater Management Fee2 Special District Levy (District only) Marshall Electric Light & Business Improvement District

ADOPTED TAX YEAR 2018

PROPOSED TAX YEAR 2019

ADVERTISED TAX YEAR 2019

$0.855

$0.121 $0.006 $13.64

$0.133 $0.006 $13.64

$0.005

$4.65

$2.30 $2.30 $1.50

$1.00 $0.25 $0.05 $0.001 $0.982

$1.00 $0.25 $0.05 $0.001 $0.994

PERSONAL PROPERTY Tangible Personal Property Business Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment Machinery and Tools Motor Home/Campers/Boats Motor Vehicle Carriers (30 + passengers) Fire & Rescue Volunteer Vehicle Handicap Equipped Vehicles Aircraft3 Mobile Homes

1 FY 2020 FY 2020Rate per $100 of assessed value. 2 PROPOSED PROPOSEDThe Stormwater Management Fee is a countywide special assessment, on a per parcel basis. 3 Aircraft stored at the Warrenton-Fauquier Airport are subject to a special maintenance fee assessment. $101,062,553 26,469,000 $101,062,553 FY 2020 Proposed General Fund Expenditures 26,469,000 29,687,077 Other Funds County Asset 29,687,077 27,640,351 0.7% Replacement Replacement… 27,640,351 0.9% 2,715,789 School Division Non-Departmental 2,715,789 477,522 Operating Fund 1.8% 477,522 49.2% Capital Improvement 987,697 987,697 Program $189,039,989 1.1% $189,039,989 1

Judicial Administration 2.2%

$1,482,055 Community Development 10,122,725 3.4% 871,758 Culture 1,875,092 3.6% 13,116,310 Public Works 4.4% 6,250,625 Debt Service 18,994,355 6.4% 3,517,988 Health & Welfare 6.8% 35,545,564 Public Safety General Government 732,851 11.3% 8.2% 147,430,591 5,714,034 1 Does not include $8.26 million in Consolidated Services shared support. 1,102,757 EXPENDITURES EXPENDITURES 3,709,535 FY2019 FY 2020 FY 2020 1,683,866 Expenditures Summary ADOPTED PROPOSEDFY 2020 FY PROJECTED 2019 FY 2020 $252,150,106 Expenditures GENERALSummary FUND ADOPTED PROJECTED PROPOSED ($109,939,713) GENERAL GOVERNMENT GENERAL FUND Board of Supervisors $292,097 $292,043 $293,621 $331,250,382 Commissioner of the Revenue 1,622,557 1,636,989 1,666,013 GENERAL GOVERNMENT County Administration 966,619 972,167 986,538 Board of Supervisors $292,097 $292,043 $293,621 County Attorney 754,625 1,622,557 758,5611,636,989 817,1831,666,013 Commissioner of the Revenue Finance 1,499,971 County Administration 966,619 1,514,763 972,167 1,540,694 986,538 Geographic 356,560 366,019 817,183 County AttorneyInformation Systems 754,625 359,184 758,561 Human Resources 2,938,092 1,499,971 3,001,7861,514,763 3,014,0781,540,694 Finance Independent AuditorSystems 186,105 210,895 366,019 Geographic Information 356,560 187,685 359,184 Information Technology 3,962,744 2,938,092 4,000,7273,001,786 4,178,6793,014,078 Human Resources Independent Auditor 186,105 574,439 187,685 Management and Budget 573,937 593,307 210,895 Information Registrar Technology 467,087 3,962,744 477,4544,000,727 483,0474,178,679 Management 573,937 1,364,234 574,439 1,386,926 593,307 Treasurer and Budget 1,353,038 Registrar 467,087 SUBTOTAL, GENERAL GOVERNMENT $14,973,432 $15,140,032 477,454$15,537,000 483,047 Treasurer SUBTOTAL, GENERAL GOVERNMENT

1,353,038 $14,973,432

1,364,234 $15,140,032

1,386,926 $15,537,000

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FY 2020 PROJECTED

FY 2020 PROPOSED

$979,707 138,644 1,270,046 15,600 1,521,159 32,700 17,726 87,773 $4,063,355

$987,643 139,300 1,326,643 15,600 1,532,065 32,700 17,726 87,773 $4,139,450

$1,027,856 140,382 1,302,257 15,600 1,611,787 32,700 17,726 87,773 $4,236,081

$309,532 20,902,586 $21,212,118

$309,532 21,238,662 $21,548,194

$309,532 21,126,612 $21,436,144

PUBLIC WORKS Environmental Services - Convenience Sites General Services SUBTOTAL, PUBLIC WORKS

$2,698,081 5,360,648 $8,058,729

$2,756,853 5,401,074 $8,157,927

$2,780,204 5,510,630 $8,290,834

HEALTH AND WELFARE Community Services Board Public Health Social Services/CSA SUBTOTAL, HEALTH AND WELFARE

$475,225 607,877 11,225,132 $12,308,234

$489,482 616,995 11,351,753 $12,458,230

$489,482 616,995 11,778,393 $12,884,870

CULTURE Library Lord Fairfax Community College Parks and Recreation SUBTOTAL, CULTURE

$2,508,152 70,425 4,056,952 $6,635,529

$2,518,157 70,425 4,152,240 $6,740,822

$2,555,601 75,197 4,250,567 $6,881,365

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Agriculture Development Community Development Contributions Cooperative Extension Economic Development John Marshall SWCD Planning Commission /BZA/ARB SUBTOTAL, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

$68,119 3,712,746 1,068,439 156,211 811,965 159,186 151,631 $6,128,297

$68,335 3,739,960 1,085,729 161,388 910,994 160,348 151,631 $6,278,385

$71,647 3,796,807 1,095,202 162,418 917,728 162,346 151,631 $6,357,779

NON-DEPARTMENTAL Non-Departmental SUBTOTAL, NON-DEPARTMENTAL

$3,117,031 $3,117,031

$4,667,674 $4,667,674

$3,376,203 $3,376,203

TRANSFERS Capital Improvement Program Fund County Asset Replacement Fund Debt Service Fund Environmental Services - Landfill Fund School Division Operating Fund Utility Fund Warrenton-Fauquier Airport Fund SUBTOTAL, TRANSFERS

$3,423,198 1,587,532 12,139,521 1,074,039 89,255,351 100,000 16,000 $107,595,641

$1,218,000 1,637,532 13,095,284 1,181,419 91,384,430 100,000 16,000 $108,632,665

$2,122,725 1,637,532 12,190,559 1,181,419 92,791,478 100,000 16,000 $110,039,713

TOTAL, GENERAL FUND

$184,092,366

$187,763,379

$189,039,989

$1,456,617 19,878,158 845,325 3,366,858 12,728,609 6,093,239 17,991,518 3,506,492 34,173,313 732,851 140,771,345 5,645,825 1,115,796 4,450,286 1,561,050 $254,317,282

$1,480,191 6,968,000 857,221 1,904,492 13,688,172 6,200,619 18,411,985 3,517,988 35,898,229 732,851 142,946,368 5,744,696 1,116,884 4,981,326 1,596,550 $246,045,572

$1,482,055 10,122,725 871,758 1,875,092 13,116,310 6,250,625 18,994,355 3,517,988 35,545,564 732,851 147,430,591 5,714,034 1,102,757 3,709,535 1,683,866 $252,150,106

($107,495,641)

($108,532,665)

($109,939,713)

TOTAL, OTHER FUNDS

$146,821,641

$137,512,907

$142,210,393

TOTAL EXPENDITURES, ALL FUNDS

$330,914,007

$325,276,286

$331,250,382

Expenditures Summary JUDICIAL ADMINISTRATION Adult Court Services Circuit Court Clerk of the Circuit Court Commissioner of Accounts Commonwealth’s Attorney General District Court Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court Magistrates SUBTOTAL, JUDICIAL ADMINISTRATION PUBLIC SAFETY Juvenile Detention & Probation Sheriff SUBTOTAL, PUBLIC SAFETY

RTISED EAR 2019

855

133 006 3.64

005

.65

.30 .30 .50

.00 .25 .05 001 994

sment.

EXPENDITURES FY 2019 ADOPTED

OTHER FUNDS

Y 2020 OSED

FY 2020 PROPOSED

3,621 6,013 6,538$293,621 7,1831,666,013 0,694 986,538 6,019 817,183 4,0781,540,694 0,895 366,019 8,6793,014,078 3,307 210,895 3,0474,178,679 6,926 593,307 37,000 483,047

1,386,926 $15,537,000

Ambulance Revenue Recovery Fund Capital Improvement Fund Conservation Easement Service District Fund County Asset Replacement Fund Debt Service Fund Environmental Services - Landfill Fund Fire and Rescue Levy Fund Fleet Maintenance Fund Health Insurance Fund Warrenton-Fauquier Airport Fund School Division Operating Fund School Nutrition Fund School Textbook Fund School Asset Replacement Fund Regional Governor’s School Fund SUBTOTAL, OTHER FUNDS Less Local Support

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Century-old local appliance store tries something new Tolson Appliance & Design Center launches new pricing strategy By John Hagarty

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The bane of small-shop retailing is the competitive edge big box stores’ hold over the small business owner. Absent the leverage the ginormous stores possess in purchasing power, it can be a struggle. But that’s no longer the case with Warrenton’s Tolson Appliance & Design Center, Inc., at 470 Broadview Ave. Its challenge to the “big boys” benefits both the longtime appliance retailer and, more importantly, their customers. How did Tolson pull it off? By thinking outside the washing machine while staying focused on its “small is beautiful” focus. Their strategy? They joined a “buying group.” “We recently joined a buying group out of New York, so our

pricing today is basically the same as the big box stores,” said Dennis Lexo, noting the shop is one of group’s 1,500 members. Lexo is the store’s new sales manager. Although new to Tolson, he has 30 years in appliance sales tucked in his shirt pocket. Challenging the behemoths with their own strategy bodes well for a store that has been serving Fauquier Country for 135 years. The original store opened alongside the railroad tracks in Calverton in 1883, selling general merchandise. The store’s owner, Church Matthews, has hired new management to execute his revised retail strategy while keeping valued longtime employees in place. His philosophy is “what is right for the customer is right for the store.” The tried and the true blending with the new to create another cen-

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Tolson Applicance & Design Center’s pricing structure can now compete with the ‘big box’ stores. tury of success. A staff of 10 employees works as a unit to make it all happen. To underscore the philosophy, another new hire, Jennifer Drunagel, is now the store’s business manager. With experience running a family-owned business, she is a Vint Hill resident and mother of two who brings contagious enthusiasm to her job. “My husband and his family were born and raised in Warrenton,” she said proudly. “We have a beautifully updated showroom with new countertops and cabinetry” that will trigger buying ideas for homeowners updating their kitchens, Drunagel said. In addition, Warren Cabinets Inc. is located on the second floor of the store and stands ready to install any cabinetry that may be purchased in conjunction with new appliances. Fingerprint-resistant stainless steel, top-load washers So what sells in the world of household appliances today? The standard suspects dominate, such as stoves, refrigerators, dishwashers, washers, dryers, microwave ovens and grills. The shift has been in colors and coatings not seen in the past. Sales manager Lexo explains: “Stainless steel is still the number one choice for color. But it now comes in different coatings, including fingerprint-resistant and smudge-proof to aid in keeping them clean. Black stainless steel is also popular, as is black matte.” One interesting twist is that the topload clothes washer is making a comeback. The most popular manufacturer is American made Speed Queen. “It is the most reliable washer in the industry. It will last 20 to 25 years. Most other washers have a life expectancy of 10 to 12 years,” said Lexo. “We see a lot of people who have been disappointed with their front-load machines.” Speed Queen is only sold through independent dealers, giving Tolson a big edge in meeting customers’ expectations. “We have our delivery, installation and service teams who are in place to ensure proper installation and follow-up on any service-related

issues,” said Lexo who emphasized that when you purchase a product from Tolson you also buy a support team. Financing and extended warranties are available on the store’s products. “What sets us apart is our knowledge of small appliances. We know exactly what we can do to meet a customer’s needs. We have customers repeatedly come back and buy from us, even for as long as 50 years,” said Drunagel. That experience scores more than a wheelbarrow full of Facebook likes. In addition to the depth of its product line, there is a fully stocked parts department at the back of the store. One of the important goals for the “new Tolson” is to get its message out to a younger demographic. “We are looking to pull the younger generation into the store,” said Drunagel. With the proliferation of today’s superstores, attracting a younger buying crowd becomes critical to tomorrow’s success. The key to achieving that goal is quality backed by competitive prices. As the author Robert M. Pirsig once said, “Quality tends to fan out like waves.” And if it is emanating from Tolson Appliance & Design Center, then may the wave be with you. For more information about the shop, visit www.tolsons.com For more business and wine tales, visit Hagarty-on-wine.com

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“My wife and I took out a reverse mortgage a few years back. Can we refinance using another reverse mortgage?” It’s a question I get at least a couple of times a week, and the answer is… maybe. The reason there is no perfunctory answer is for the same reason there’s no one-size-fits-all answer when it comes to other home loans. It depends upon the value of the home and upon how much is owed on the loan you currently have. As I venture into an explanation, a brief word of review becomes necessary. A reverse mortgage is simply a home equity loan, in many ways like any other home equity loan. The biggest difference is that the loan is not repaid on a monthly basis. Rather, the loan typically is repaid in one lump sum on the back-end, in reverse, when the home is sold. The loans we all grew up with are repaid monthly in a forward direction, and for this reason they are technically called “forward” mortgages. Yup, that’s the real terminology. With a reverse mortgage, the amount a homeowner can borrow is a

function of five things: the age of the youngest homeowner; the value of the home; interest rates; current lending limits, and the specific reverse mortgage program one selects. And here’s where we get back to the question at hand, namely whether homeowners with a reverse mortgage can refinance using another reverse mortgage. The first calculation is a given – if a couple did a reverse mortgage five years ago, they are now five years older. The older the homeowners the more they qualify for, so age works in their favor. The second factor, home value, may also be in their favor, as many of our homes have appreciated nicely over the past few years. This is not a given, of course, and a new home appraisal is always required. Interest rates have remained fairly stable, even with recent rate hikes, especially when viewed from an historical perspective. The fourth element – lending limits –may also be in the homeowners’ favor, as FHA announced higher

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lending limits in late 2018. The final factor, namely product type, is currently proving the most interesting. New “flavors” of reverse mortgage have come onto the market, with more due out in 2019, and they are filling a niche long underserved. Homeowners in higher-value homes may benefit from some of these new offerings. All this said, the determining factor in whether a reverse-to-reverse refinance will work ultimately boils down to how much is owed on the current reverse mortgage. If homeowners qualify for more than is due on their current reverse mortgage, a refinance may be possible. As an aside, it always bears mentioning: because homeowners retain title to the home – in other words, because they still own the home – property taxes, homeowners insurance, routine maintenance and other applicable responsibilities such as condo fees or homeowner association dues are still paid by the homeowner. Homeownership is homeownership, and nothing changes in this regard. If you would like to explore the possibility of refinancing, give me a call. I always love hearing from you. Laurie MacNaughton [NMLS 506562], President’s Club, is a freelance writer and Reverse Mortgage Consultant with Atlantic Coast Mortgage. She can be reached at: 703477-1183 or Laurie@MiddleburgReverse.com

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The Arc of North Central Virginia recently announced that Marilyn McCombe has assumed the newly created position of ex- COURTESY PHOTO ecutive direc- Marilyn McCombe tor, after serving for seven years as president of its volunteer board of directors. According to new Board President Amy Hunter, “Ms. McCombe’s expertise will greatly expand The Arc of NCV’s capacity to serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families in our area.” The Arc of NCV meets in the new PATH Foundation offices on Walker Drive in Warrenton. Access to use of this new facility conference has been pivotal to development of the organization. “We are extremely fortunate to be part of such a supportive community; the Partnership for Community Resources and the PATH Foundation have been instrumental in our growth and effectiveness in supporting families,” said McCombe. The Arc of NCV is a local nonprofit serving people with I/DD and their families in Culpeper, Fauquier, Madison, Orange and Rappahannock counties.

Oak View National Bank welcomes new board member Staff Reports Oak View National Bank recently announced that attorney Hanna Lee Rodriguez of Walker Jones, PC has joined its board of directors. “The addition of someone of Hanna’s knowledge and experience will surely enhance Oak View’s growth objectives and provide additional expertise to our board of directors. We appreciate Hanna’s confidence in our way of serving our communities and are thrilled to have her as a member of the board,” said Vice Chairman and CEO Michael Ewing. Rodriguez received her juris doctorate from Regent University School of Law and her bachelor of arts in Pre-Law from Pensacola Christian College. She joined the Warrenton office of Walker Jones, PC, as an attorney with a focus in estate planning, probate and trust administration. Rodriguez also serves as a Guardian Ad Litem for incapacitated adults in Fauquier, Rappahannock, Prince William and Fairfax counties. Active in the community, Rodriguez serves as vice president of the Mental Health Association of Fauquier County; is a grants committee member with the PATH Foundation; is a past member of the Players Representative Committee of the Piedmont Symphony Orchestra; is the

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Hanna Lee Rodriguez past president of the Fauquier County Bar Association; and past secretary of the Fauquier Free Clinic. She is an active member of the Virginia State Trust & Estates Section; National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys; and the Virginia Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. When not working or volunteering, she enjoys spending time with her family and playing music as a violinist with the Piedmont Symphony Orchestra. Oak View National Bank is a locally owned and managed community bank with offices in Warrenton, Marshall and Culpeper. Visit www. oakviewbank.com.

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PHOTOS BY DAVE HENRICKSON Mackenzie Cochran (far right) and the Highland Hawks are VISAA D-II state champions after Saturday’s 43-35 revenge win over Miller School, which beat Highland by the same score in 2018.

TIME TO RUSH THE COURT After near miss in 2018, Highland girls win first state hoops title By Dave Henrickson

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“Unfinished business” was a mantra repeated by the Highland School’s girls basketball team since losing to Miller School in the 2018 VISAA Division II title game. The phrase was printed on pregame warmups and the players reminded themselves of it before every workout, practice and game. On Saturday afternoon at Richmond’s Steward School, that theme became reality as the Hawks posted a workmanlike 43-35 win over Miller in the state final. A rematch of the 2018 final saw an identical final score, except with the Hawks (21-5) seizing the school’s first state girls basketball title to end Miller’s run of six in a row. Highland led by five at halftime and eight to start the third. “We knew we were going to win from the start,” said co-captain Kayla Soltys, who led the Hawks with 16 points, followed by sister Abby Soltys with 11. “We came out without any nerves,” said fellow co-captain Destiny Ramcharan. “Beating Miller School is something we’ve planned to do all season and we came out and executed.” “I’m proud of our girls,” said coach Diana Martinez. “We told them in the locker room before the game they were going to be champions. They really listened to that. It stuck in their heads.” A second-year coach, Marti-

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Gabby Brisbin, Megan Kirby, Mackenzie Cochran, McKenzie Andrews, Abby Soltys and Caite Leake are all back next year. All six are sophomores. nez and her staff crafted a tough non-conference schedule of regional tournaments and strong VISAA Division I opponents from around the state. The goal was to strengthen resolve, focus their work, and teach the team to keep competing even when things weren’t going their way. The plan worked as Highland opened 4-4, then won its last 17 and exorcised their demons against Miller, a long-time nemesis. “Any time you face defeat, you have to learn to see the value in it,” Martinez said of the tough non-conference schedule. “Our players needed to learn how to go out and compete when things weren’t going

their way.” After winning the opening tip, Miller scored on their first drive to the basket by senior center Naya Hunter. Soltys promptly answered by taking the inbounds pass, moving up the right side and hitting an open 3-pointer as a large contingent of Highland families and students roared in approval. Soltys’ hot start helped the Hawks jump out to a 9-5 lead. After Miller regained the advantage, Highland sophomore guard Megan Kirby, in for defense, hit a buzzer-beating 3-pointer to put the Hawks back up 13-12.

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FAUQUIER SOFTBALL PREVIEW

POTENT LINEUP MAKES LAMPER SMILE Falcons return eight starters, have four options on mound By Fred Hodge

to play outfield and pitch for Indiana University We know who’ll be the coach. of Pennsylvania. But who will be on the rubber Junior Zoe when the Fauquier Falcon softball Ott, a southpaw, team debuts next week? is the returning Two-year starting pitcher Sarah first baseman Lamper has taken her strong right arm and can pitch. to Shepherd University, so the race is Senior Presley on to find her replacement. Or should Harris, last year’s that be replacements? starting third First-year coach Erika Lamper has baseman, can four capable candidates to fill that key pitch, too. role as FHS readies for its March 12 Surrounding opener at Eastern View. the pitchers are A former FHS player and assistant an established coach, Lamper replaces long-time PHOTO BY RANDY LITZINGER crew of eight recoach Mark Ott, now FHS assistant Falcon senior catcher Emily Turner is part of a nucleus of standouts from last year’s 15-5-1 team. turning starters, director of student activities position. First-year coach Erika Lamper needs to determine the pitching rotation. “We’re not completely out of pitch- by far the most in pleased considering the practice liming. I don’t think we have locked down the county, from Falcon Fast Facts itations due to weather. a [single] starting pitcher. We definite- a 15-5-1 team that made regionals. Coach: Erika Lamper (1st year). Catcher Emily Turner, infielders “That scrimmage was the first time ly need to see more,” said Lamper. 2018 record: 15-5-1 Region 4C Among the returnees, sophomore Callaway Lee and Emma Carter and we actually set foot on a [regulation] semifinalist. Meghan Harrington recorded the second-team all-district outfielder field. It’s been challenging, but that’s spring sports,” she sighed. “There was most innings in 2018. As a freshman, Lauren Davis also are back. Early games: March 12 at Eastern Freshmen Payton Swart, Helena a little bit of hesitation, but we got the she was a second-team all-NorthwestView; March 18 at Colonial Forge; ern District selection at designated Lovell and Meredith Wayland com- [first-game] jitters out.” March 21 home vs. Colonial Forge; Outside practice again appears limplete the varsity unit. player/flex. March 22 at Brentsville. Lamper got a brief glimpse of her ited this week. Another prime pitching choice is Returning starters: Ashley Renzi, Lamper expects another edition senior Ashley Renzi. The second-team squad in a scrimmage at Madison Sr. (2nd team all-district); Presley honoree as a center fielder has signed County last week and came away of Fauquier’s long-standing tradition Harris, Sr.; Lauren Davis, Jr. (2nd of being solid on defense, and she team all-district); Emily Turner, is impressed with a strong crew of Jr.; Zoe Ott, Jr.; Callaway Lee, Jr.; leaders. Meghan Harrington, Soph. (2nd team “That helps us jell. They want to all-district); Emma Carter, Soph. work hard…you can’t coach that,” she IS WITH stated. The Falcons will open their district As she works to establish the pitch- season March 26 at Sherando after ing hierarchy, Lamper underscored four non-district contests. the Falcons need offense as well. INTERNAL MEDICINE! “The pitching is so different from each school and once you move to re- Meet the Falcon JV Fauquier will field a junior varsigion,” Lamper said, pointing out that James Wood has a pitcher who throws ty team after a two-year hiatus. This more than 60 miles an hour, but the year’s squad includes Sydney Harnext day’s hurler may be in the low ris, Gillian Royal, Amanda DeBerry, Skye Corum, Claire Coppage, Aurora 50s or less. “The girls get thrown off by that. Theoret, Samantha Steenfott, Mikayla They are not used to it. And that dif- Dankwa, Syd-ney Snider, Izzy Evferent speed may be more challenging ans, Haley Saulsbury and Samantha Homeyer. than hitting fast pitching,” she said. Lamper emphasized several of Lamper said the Falcons will need several games “to get up to speed. It these players will move to the varsialways takes a couple of games to feel ty if the JV does not have a game the the flow.” same day. Special to the Times

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In the second quarter, both teams ratcheted up the defensive pressure. Baskets came slowly as the importance of the game seemed to set in for both teams. The Hawks held the Lady Mavericks to two second quarter points to lead 19-14 at halftime. Highland started the third quarter with another scoring run. Key defensive rebounds by junior Alyssa Austin, sophomore Mackenzie Cochrane and sophomore Abby Soltys created fresh scoring opportunities. Perhaps more importantly, they

kept the ball out of the hands of Miller’s leading scorers Naya Hunter and freshman guard Olivia Wagner. Leading by eight to open the fourth, the Hawks took care of business. “Last year we made it to the state championship game and our ladies faced defeat,” said Martinez. “Seeing all the tears in the locker room, the players made sure they came back hungrier. They worked hard all season to get back to the state championship game.” Sophomore Mackenzie Cochran had five points and 12 rebounds. Alyssa Austin scored five, Ramcharan and Kirby each scored three.

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KETTLE RUN SOFTBALL PREVIEW

SEE THE BALL, HIT THE BALL Cougars want more runs this spring

Kettle Run Fast Facts Coach: Tori Hill (7th year). 2018 Record: 5-9. Early games: March 13 home vs. Eastern View; March 15 at Brentsville; March 21 at Liberty; March 25 home vs. Manassas Park. Returning starters: Chelsea Dodson, Sr.; Larissa JamesLaBranche, Sr.; Kaylee Duckett, Sr.; Jeanelle Johnson, Jr.; Olivia Conte, Jr.; Abby Boldt, Soph.

By Fred Hodge

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Like their county counterparts, Kettle Run graduated an all-district hurler, but the Cougars’ biggest battle this spring may be making contact at the plate. The 2018 Cougars’ collective batting average was only .185. Part of it might have been due to a lack of games. Kettle Run finished 5-9 last spring after continual bad weather forced the cancellation of six games. Five defeats were by one- or tworun margins, with Kettle Run scoring more than three runs in only one of those narrow defeats. The limited attack nullified much of the work done by second-team all-Northwestern District pitcher Jordanna Shorts, now pitching for Belmont Abbey in North Carolina. Shorts also took the team’s best batting average of .300 with her, so coach Tori Hill is being proactive for 2019. “We’ve already gone through our individual goals with each girl, and a lot of those have to do with hitting,” the seventh-year coach said. “We’re going to keep building on that. I cer-

FILE PHOTO Senior standout Chelsea Dodson will pitch more this year after Kettle Run lost star Jordanna Shorts to graduation. Coach Tori Hill is carrying 20 players with no JV. tainly want us to get our batting average up.” The Kettle Run coaches opted not to field a junior varsity in favor of an unusually large varsity squad this spring. The 20-girl roster means practice structure is essential, but Hill believes definite benefits also exist with so much depth. Kettle Run’s varsity consisted of just 11 girls a year ago. “One of the big advantages of

keeping the big team is we’ll be able to have full scrimmages in practices,” she began. “It’ll allow [the Cougars] to learn how to read pitches and work on timing.” The intra-squad work also will give Hill the opportunity to observe how the four potential successors to Shorts, a three-year starter, are developing. “With my pitching background, it’s going to give me more time to

see and work with these girls daily in practices,” said Hill, who pitched at Bridgewater College. “It also will give them an opportunity to do a lot of live pitching.” Senior Chelsea Dodson has pitched at the varsity level, but the three-year letterman has been valuable in the outfield and at shortstop. “She’s been pitching since she was young, but she’s always been behind Jordanna. I want her to get some pitching time this year,” Hill said. The Cougars also have a trio of varsity newcomers on the rubber in Ashley Hume, Stephanie Staats and Hanna Hendrickson. “It will probably be by committee,” Hill said of early-season pitching assignments.

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LIBERTY SOFTBALL PREVIEW

Eagles feature potent senior trio of Hockman, Hatcher and Mullins By Fred Hodge

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New Liberty softball coach Chris Leatherman has to find replacements for four senior starters from last year’s 13-5 unit, including a pair of first-team all-Northwestern District players. Leatherman replaces Ryan Washington, who resigned last spring to concentrate on growing job responsibilities. Some veteran Eagles are back but the incessant cold and wet conditions have led to some improvisational practices as Leatherman prepares for an uncertain season. Preparations continue for the March 15 opening game at Millbrook. “We’ve been doing our best to use the indoor resources to get our team ready to go,” said Leatherman. “Everyone’s goal is to be successful, but more than that, Pitcher Hope Mullins (left) joins fellow seniors Anna Marie Hockman and Morgan Hatcher as first-year coach Chris Leatherman’s most important players. Leatherman, who replaced Ryan Washington, is “looking for hard work, positive attitudes, and an experience the girls will look back on and remember fondly as a successful season.” FILE PHOTO

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Liberty Fast Facts Coach: Chris Leatherman (1st year). 2018 Record: 13-5. Early games: March 15 at Millbrook; March 21 home vs. Kettle Run; March 26 home vs. Millbrook; March 27 at Rock Ridge. Returning starters: Anna Marie Hockman, Sr. (1st team-all-district/ all-region); Morgan Hatcher, Sr.; Hope Mullins, Sr.; Jada Leatherman, Jr.; Taylor Smith, Soph. I want to have a team that works hard and tries to get better every single practice and every single game.” Gone are stalwarts Makaela Kestner and Lizzie Waln. Kestner garnered league slots as a pitcher and as an outfielder before moving to the University South Florida to play basketball. Waln, a four-year starter and catcher, is playing at James Madison University. Leatherman is pleased to welcome back standout seniors Anna Marie Hockman, Morgan Hatcher and Hope Mullins. “They have taken on a proactive role in building team chemistry and getting the newcomers acclimated to high school softball,” Leatherman said. Hockman is back for her fourth season as the Eagles’ third baseman after gaining first-team all-district and all-Region 4C honors. She is the lone all-region honoree returning in the county this spring. Hatcher is another four-year Eagle at shortstop to give Liberty a potent left side of the infield. Mullins actually pitched more innings last spring than Kestner, so she gives the pitching staff stability. Leatherman said Taylor Smith, Roni Nickerson and Katelynn Lewis all have pitched at other levels. “Hope is ready to go. I’ve seen all of our rostered pitchers in work,” Leatherman said. “And feel confident we’re ready to compete.” Smith also has experience at second base, as does Alex Phillips. Nickerson will hold down first base if not pitching. Leatherman said the catching spot still is under scrutiny. Jada Leatherman is a returning starter in the outfield. Other team members include Kaitlyn Strayer, Kaleigh Phelps, Keely Crane, Kylie Hash, Katelynn Lewis and Laila Spottedcrout. “Of course, like most teams with new starters, it’ll take a few games to get the combination right,” Leatherman said. Liberty commences the new season with three league contests in Millbrook, Kettle Run and Millbrook again. Liberty will not have a junior varsity team this spring.

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Destiny’s destiny?

Cougars want more runs this spring

Liberty girls soccer star Barton to play at Shenandoah By Fred Hodge

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A rival’s goal-scoring chances often begin at midfield, where a breakdown can occur that proves fatal. That’s why talented defensive midfielders like Liberty’s Destiny Barton are so precious. Barton possesses the ability to force errors and disrupt play before it reaches the defensive line, a key quality that colleges took note of. She signed with Shenandoah University and was honored in a Feb. 22 ceremony at Liberty’s Eagle Room. “I feel I have very good field awareness. I think about what the best option is. What the play would look like if I pass to a certain person,” said Barton. Barton was team MVP as a junior and was a second-team all-Northwestern District selection. At the ceremony, Liberty coach Marc Costanzo thanked his senior co-captain for her commitment to the program and called the day “bittersweet.” He coached Barton on the junior varsity coach when she was a freshman—for one game. Her performance led to an immediate elevation to the varsity. “I wasn’t very happy about that,”

out the game until I get to know how they like to play,” she said, allowing her to predict and respond to the direction and threat level. “Whether I attack because it’s imminent or let it play out.” “Destiny helps to hold the fort down for us,” Liberty assistant coach Aubri Buzzo said. “In addition to her tenacious defense, her possession style of play helps us to create attacks.” Barton has 21 assists as a playmaker to go with two goals. Barton wants to study nursing. She was looking at Shenandoah and Division I Liberty and Longwood. She was excited when ShenandoCOURTESY PHOTO ah initiated contact in mid-October. Destiny Barton will play soccer at “I wanted the opportunity to play Shenandoah and study nursing. soccer, but it wasn’t at the top of my Costanzo said to chuckles. “But it list,” the senior said. was good for the program.’ The small Winchester campus Her skill is matched by her grit- and enrollment of 4,000 are a good tiness, he continued, citing instanc- fit she said. es when she refused to come out of Barton will be joining former games when ailing. Kettle Run star Emily Yergin on the “Everybody on the team knew Hornets’ squad. Yergin, a three-year you were injured, but you never starter, will be a senior next fall. wanted to come out of the game,” he Shenandoah finished 9-9-1 last said. “We would have to physically season, 5-5 in Old Dominion Athforce you to come out.” letic Conference play. The Hornets Barton agrees her observation graduated only two of 24 players skills are her strongest area. “Usu-T:9.3”from a team that had 16 freshmen, ally, I watch where they go through- two sophomores and four juniors.

COUGARS, from Page 17 The Cougars also have a quartet of catchers with Olivia Conte seeing the most action behind the plate last year. Joining her are Larissa James-LaBranche. Alyssa Space and Lorraine Palmore. Hill has flexibility, as many girls can play multiple positions. She also is pleased with the team’s I’ll-play-anywhere approach. “The girls have shown us they are willing to learn a new position. It’s a ‘We just want to play’ attitude,” Hill said happily. Jeanelle Johnson, Kaylee Duckett, Abby Boldt, Aubrey Terrant, Lauren Chisarik, Kylie Decker, Makyla Martin, Ash-ley Mitchem, Rebecca Nefferdorf, Leah Richardson, Emory Shorts and Jules Thomas complete the unit.

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Hill wants to gain momentum earlier than the past two campaigns when the Cougars struggled early before closing strongly. “I want us ready right from the jump, so we don’t get in a rut,” Hill said. “It’s hard with this weather. IIt will take us a couple games to figure out the batting order and positions once we start playing.”

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SPRING STEEPLECHASE SEASON DEBUTS MARCH 16 May 4 Gold Cup headlines rich $750,000 Virginia circuit By Betsy Burke Parker

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Money is the name of the game as Virginia’s steeplechase circuit gets underway next SaturMarch 16: Warrenton Hunt Point-to-Point. Airlie, Warrenton. day, March 16 with the Warrenton Hunt Point-toMarch 23: Piedmont Foxhounds Point-to-Point. Point. The event kicks off the local circuit’s seven Salem, Upperville. point-to-points and three National Steeplechase March 31: Orange County Hounds Point-to-Point. Association-sanctioned meets this spring. Locust Hill, Middleburg. At Midland Christian Academy, your child’s dreams are nurtured and The Virginia season runs eight weeks, through April 6: Old Dominion Hounds Point-to-Point. Ben the May 4 developed Virginia Gold Cup Races. The NSAcross curricular education that through our classical, Venue Farm, Ben Venue. season stretches to 10 weeks of action through April 14: Loudoun Hunt Point-to-Point. Oatlands, encourages innovative, creative, and critical thinking. Children are Memorial Day. Leesburg. with meets love and and inspired to reach their fullest April 20: Middleburg Spring Races. Glenwood Park, Virginia’streated three NSA offerdignity more than Middleburg. Through instruction of our outstanding $750,000 inpotential. purses, a big part ofthe theindividualized NSA’s reApril 27: Foxfield Spring Races. Barracks Road, cord-settingfaculty, spring –students 16 meets,learn including two reexperientially and develop at their own pace in Charlottesville. turning ones, worth nearly $3,000,000. April 28: Middleburg Hunt Point-to-Point. Glenwood a nurturing, family-like environment. Seven hurdle stakes – including one at the PHOTO BY BETSY BURKE PARKER Park, Middleburg. April 20 Middleburg Spring Races and one at the The Warrenton Hunt Point-to-Point kicks off the May 4: Virginia Gold Cup. Great Medow, The Plains. join us for one–of our upcoming Open Houses on February May 4 Gold Cup,Please and nine timber stakes includVirginia spring circuit next Saturday, March 16 at the th th th th 10 , February 24Cup, , March 24 , historic or April 14plantation . Meetnorth our teachers centralentryoffice.com ing one at Middleburg, two at Gold highlight Airlie of town. It will be the the calendar. and staff, tour our facilities andfirst meet instituting the new ‘starter reward’ program learn all about a Midland There are few changes on the point-to-point paying Virginia-owned and -trained runners. points will receive a $200 starter reward. The boChristian Academy Education. Please contact us for additional calendar, but they’re important, said Virginia nus, grader HannumMariah, explained, is designed to increase Fortoseventh information. Point-to-Point Foundation president Don Yova- because of snow so many times, and you have steeplechase participation at all levels. studying the U.S. Constitution the novich. One meet made a permanent move to an remember, a race meet doesn’t just drop out of “It doesn’t sound like aislot,” said Hannum, “but it sky the morning of (the races.)” as fascinating as it is exciting. April date from early March. Ridge (Hunt)  New for the“Blue 2018-2019 Academic The Year! Now offering full day, 5 for the re- makes a huge difference to working horsemen. The other change involves payout Mariah point-to-points has big dreams shifted their races to an open date in April,” he areofanone important first step for many day week County Kindergarten, Pre-School (3) and Pre-Kindergarten gion’s steeplechase faithful, said Virginia Equine explained, saying theaClarke club moved horsesinasthe wellcriminal as giving young riders an opportunity day working AllianceWe director Jeb Hannum. Every Virgin(4). two Notyears ready forwith a full dayre-program? will continue to offer to a mid-April date ago, good before going to the justice system as either a sanctioned meets. We hope the reward program will encourage new owners.” ia-owned or Virginia-trainedasrunner sult. “The meet had canceled, the been half postponed, day optionorfor Preschool and Pre-Kindergarten well. in point-todetective or a federal agent.

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Certified yoga instructor and lifelong horsewoman Angela Nunez Bailey will conduct a horse yoga class Saturday, March 16 at her studio in Hume and at a nearby farm. Sign up at solarisstableandyoga.com.

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Dr. Maureen Kelleher of Leesburg’s Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center will conduct a clinic March 10 at Another Turn Tack in Purcellville. From 1-3 p.m., Kelleher will discuss warm-up, cool-down and stretching of the equine athlete. Sign up on the EMC’s Facebook page. A Tuesday Talk is scheduled March 12 at the EMC’s Leesburg facility. The

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The Virginia Harness Horse Association and Virginia Equine Alliance is debuting its new certified residency bonus program. Horses completing a six-month residency before age 2 (or longer) at a Virginia farm or training center are eligible for a piece of more than $200,000 in bonus money paid on top of purse earnings. The program is similar to the thoroughbred residency program. “The future looks bright,” said Dr. Scott Woogen, VHHA president. This year’s Shenandoah Downs meet runs at the Woodstock track five fall weekends starting Sept. 13. — Betsy Burke Parker topic is conformation and athleticism. Sign up at speart@vt.edu.

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Fauquier Times | March 6, 2019

Youth sports club gears up for busy spring

PHOTO BY JAKE COLHMAN Dominic Mangano, 8, played during WYSC’s inaugural lacrosse season last year. By Robin Earl

Times Staff Writer

A sign on the back wall of the Warrenton Youth Sports Club gymnasium tells visitors what the club is about. It says: These are kids. This is a game. The coaches are volunteers. The referees are human. This is not the World Cup. Winning is not everything. The credo expresses eloquently a philosophy Director Raul Heras has been pushing for 20 years. Heras said, “If everyone – parents, coaches, refs – do what they are supposed to do, we don’t have any problems. When one or more of us forget why we’re here, that’s when there are issues. We all need to remember that you’re not there to win the game, you are there to play the game.” As spring youth sports registration ramps up, it’s a reminder Heras thinks is worth repeating. WYSC debuted in 1999 as the

Warrenton Youth Soccer Club but has since expanded in all directions to include recreational and competitive basketball, volleyball and most recently, lacrosse. In its club on Shirley Avenue in Warrenton, the group also offers futsal for the younger crowd (under 10) as well as summer camps. Mini Kicks is a successful soccer instructional program for preschoolers that runs during the spring and fall soccer seasons. The club purchased a van in 2017 to take children from the club to the athletic fields at the WARF during summer camps. The van is also available to WYSC travel teams for local tournaments.

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In addition to its long-running soccer program, WYSC will start its lacrosse season in a few weeks, a sport offered for the first time last spring. Heras said, “We expected about 40 players, but wound up with almost 70.”

A WYSC winter lacrosse clinic attracted about 50 kids who were mostly new to the sport, so Heras said he expects to see spring lacrosse registration jump for this year. The club fielded six teams last year. Boys and girls have separate teams (the rules are different). Players ages 5 to 17 are welcome. For those preschoolers who can’t wait to get on the field, the Little Laxers program provides fun instructional lacrosse for 3- to 5-year-olds. Grace Barkovic coaches two lacrosse teams. She has never played but earned her certifications to coach boys and girls. She said, “I think the parents really like lacrosse because games are full of high-energy action. It’s lots of fun.” Barkovic’s daughter Lana, who is 13, played for seven years in Herndon before the family moved to Marshall. Lana said, “I like midfield because I get to cover the whole field. Defense is fun because I get to hang out with the goalie and protect her. It makes me feel important.” Lana’s brother Conlan is 6. Barkovic said with a laugh, “I had him during the lacrosse season, so he has literally been on the sidelines since he was 5 days old.” She appreciates how valuable lacrosse skills are for players’ hand-eye coordination, “especially for my son. He has to worry about his feet and the ball at the same time. Lacrosse was the first thing I looked into when we moved here.” Heras said he was skeptical at first about including lacrosse at WYSC. But Barkovic, along with other parents, expressed a willingness to coach and support the new league. Seeing their enthusiasm, he agreed, “OK, let’s do it.” WYSC provided funds to use the fields at the Northern Sports Complex and purchased goals and goalie equipment. (Parents provide sticks and padding for non-goalie players.) The league’s popularity has allowed it to be self-sustaining, Heras said. In 2018, the league sponsored

one competitive travel team. More are planned for this year.

Volleyball

Another new offering this winter is a girls volleyball travel program. Teams for players 12 and under and 13 and under will compete under WYSC-paid coaches at tournaments throughout the region beginning in November. “They’ll go to single-day and overnight tournaments,” Heras said. Volleyball mom Hope Mcgee’s 13-year-old daughter Erica has participated in the WYSC volleyball programs for about two years. “It is encouraging that they are trying to expand the program to include a travel team, so girls in this area have an option closer to home where they can gain more knowledge and skill about the sport,” she said. “They are taking the time to teach the girls every aspect of the game, including how to be mentally prepared for games, good eating habits for sustained energy, as well as proper techniques.” Mcgee is contributing to the team by earning her scorekeeper’s certification. She said, “I have scored a few games now and was able to be evaluated this past Sunday to complete my certification.” In another WYSC innovation, registration will open in a few weeks for the WYSC’s first “Volleyball Player Development Program.” The program is designed to attract girls 10 to 13 who are interested in training to play competitively. The season will open in August and continue until October. Novice players are welcome, and girls who are already travel players are invited to prepare for their upcoming season by training with the development program. Practices and games are played at local schools, at the Vint Hill Community Center and at WYSC’s Volleyball courts at the Athey Complex next to Warrenton’s WARF. More information and online registration is available at www.wysc.org. Reach Robin Earl at rearl@fauquier.com

Referees wanted The Warrenton Youth Sports Club is seeking referees for many of its sports programs. Soccer, volleyball, futsal and basketball referees are needed. Soccer and volleyball officials must be certified; basketball referees need to complete an online course. Currently, the club contracts with professional lacrosse officials, but would love to recruit local youth referees.

WYSC director Raul Heras said the league likes referees to be at least 14, but students can be certified at 12. WYSC pays referees $22 to $45 per game, depending on the age group and referee position. Those interested in officiating for WYSC’s youth sports can find more information about certifications and registering with the club at www. wysc.org.

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Fauquier Times | www.fauquier.com | March 6, 2019

Boys and Girls Club CEO named to Children’s Cabinet Staff Reports

Girls Clubs of Central Virginia and the Virginia Alliance of Boys & Girls Lynne Richman Bell, chief execu- Clubs president, has also accepted an tive officer of the Boys & Girls Club invitation to serve on the Food Security of Fauquier, was recently appointed Work Group for the Children’s Cabinet. to Gov. Ralph Northam’s Children’s “Boys & Girls Clubs believe that Cabinet. every child has what it takes to be a The Children’s Cabinet was cre- caring, productive and responsible ated last year to develop solutions to citizen, they simply need to learn address challenges across the com- the skills needed to function withmonwealth and will focus on several in the societal norms of community key priorities. Among and workplace,” Bell these priorities are early said. “I join first lady childhood development Northam in her belief and school readiness, nuthat investing in our trition and food security, youth is the best investsystems of care and safement we can make in ty for school-aged youth. our future workforce. “I am absolutely It is through our youth humbled and honored that we lay the groundto be asked to represent work for a universally the more than 52,000 robust economy and elyouth that Boys & evated culture.” Girls Clubs serve in the The Children’s Cabcommonwealth. The COURTESY PHOTO inet meets quarterly in cabinet work groups Lynne Richman Bell Richmond and the work are currently made up groups meet intermitof a majority of state tently to complete established objecagencies and very few private, comtives. munity-based youth serving orgaThe club operates out of a facility nizations,” Bell said. “Boys & Girls on Keith Street in Warrenton, Cedar Clubs, because of their swift adaptLee Middle School in Bealeton and ability and outcome-driven focus, Marshall Middle School in Marshall. can bring real innovation and dynaThe club serves almost 400 children mism to the conversation.” James Pierce, CEO of the Boys & annually ages 5 to 18.

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Denim & Pearls raises a glass Old Town Warrenton eatery launches wine and whiskey dinners By John Hagarty

Contributing Writer

It’s always nice when a family member comes home for a visit. But it’s even better if they stay and become part of the family business. That’s how Denim & Pearls owner Jennifer Robinson feels about the return of her former chef Robin Woodrow Isaac. “We are really excited to have Woody back,” said Robinson. “He’s got some great ideas and new menus he’ll be creating for us in the months ahead.” Isaac mirrors her sentiments. “I worked at the former Iron Bridge and Bridge restaurants and then Denim & Pearls and was a chef at Poplar Springs on two occasions. I’m pleased to be back with Jen and her staff. I have a lot of ideas for the restaurant.” Hitting the ground running is one of Isaac’s traits, as evidenced by his new brunch, lunch and dinner menus, which will be available starting this week. Accompanying the changes in food fare are updated drink menus

Warrenton Restaurant Week Hosted by Experience Old Town Warrenton, Winter Restaurant Week continues through March 10. Participating Warrenton restaurants and bakeries will offer special prix-fixe meals, varying from $10, $20 to $30. Come support local restaurants and enjoy delicious food and fun experiences!

also gracing the dining tables. The restaurant’s emphasis will continue to be on Italian-American cuisine, but with a subtle shift to more American dishes. “With Woody back, we are going to be able to implement some really great changes. We will be utilizing our downstairs dining areas more and, of course, our rooftop setting when the weather turns warmer,” said Robinson. Robinson opened the restaurant in 2017 and knows the importance of new and creative offerings to keep her regulars and newcomers coming back. A quick scan of the restaurant’s website emphasizes the ambiance the restaurant seeks to create: “The term ‘upscale casual’ has been adopted by countless restaurants in the last 10 years.  We wanted to find another way to convey that message. We want [diners] to think of us for their anniversary and special occasions, or because it’s Tuesday and they don’t want to cook. “The actual name is from a country song, by Drake White, ‘Making Me Look Good Again.’ There’s a line in the song that goes, ‘leather and lace, denim and pearls, whiskey and wine.’ The ‘denim and pearls’ part just stuck with me. We started with our cowhide barstools and went from there.” Wine & whiskey One unique new idea is a series of alternating wine and whiskey tastings on the first Wednesday of each month, followed by a companion dinner showcasing the same libations during the last Wednesday of the month. First out of the gate is Rappahannock Cellars, pouring its wines on Wednesday, March 6, during the

Check with the participating establishments for menus, operating hours and to see if they are offering lunch and/or dinner. Participating restaurants and bakeries: • Black Bear Bistro & Brick Oven • Cafe Torino • Claire’s at the Depot • Deja Brew Cafe • Denim & Pearls • Gâteau Bakery Cafe & Tea Room • Great Harvest Warrenton • Haute Cakes Pastry Shop • Molly’s Irish Pub • PizzaRama Warrenton • Shawn’s BBQ of Warrenton • Taj Palace Indian Cuisine • The Natural Marketplace • Wort Hog Brewing Company

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Chef Woody Isaac and owner Jennifer Robinson are excited about new wine/ whiskey series.

restaura nt’s happy hour from 5 to 7 p.m. There is no charge. On Wednesday, March 27, the same wines will be served at a dinner in the downstairs dining room. The intimate room, with its exposed original stone walls, is the perfect setting for a social lubricant-centered repast. “ T h e menu for the following dinner will be announced at the monthly tastings,” said Robinson. Guests can sign up for the dinner following the tasting or make reservations later. “We anticipate a strong response to the new offering, so I wouldn’t have guests wait too long before signing up.” The 6 p.m. wine dinners will focus on quality Virginia producers, and each course will be carefully paired to accent both wine and food. The whiskey tastings and dinners will highlight both Old Dominion and nationally known whiskey producers. The first four-course dinner will be priced at $50 per person, not including tax and gratuities. This is well below similar dinners and offers “early adopters” an opportunity to experience what should quickly become a restaurant tradition. “The introductory pricing will likely rise somewhat as we progress through our series to the $75 range. For now, we want to get the word out to the community,” said Isaac. There will be seating for 26 guests, but if the dinner sells out, some consideration will be given to increasing attendance.” “We want it to be an intimate and enjoyable experience, so we do not want to sell an overly large number of seats,” said Robinson. Interested diners are encouraged to attend the March 6 tasting and learn first sip about the wines to be poured at the March 27 dinner. However, for those who know a good deal when they read one, res-

ervations can be made anytime by calling the restaurant’s front of the house manager, Taylor Davenport at 540-349-9339. The whiskey producers for the April tasting and dinner have not been finalized but will be available on its website soon. But wait, there’s more In addition to the new menus and dinners, Robinson says every third Wednesday of the month starting in April there will be a cigar and whiskey flight on the rooftop dining area. “It will be a blend of local and nationally known producers,” she said. The restaurant’s wine list is comprised of some 25 selections while its whiskey list embraces 30 producers, so no one will go thirsty when dropping by for a drink or dinner. Moreover, the popular First Friday and ladies night specials will return with warmer weather. And of course, this week is Restaurant Week in Warrenton. Eight of Denim & Pearls’ fellow restaurateurs will be serving specially-created dishes through March 10.

For a complete tour of Denim & Pearls including menu items and hours, visit https://denimandpearlsrestaurant.com/

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Upscale rummage sale benefits the Fauquier SPCA By Anita L. Sherman Community Editor

There is a place in the southern part of the county where unwanted dog and cats reside. Lonely and looking for love, they await potential owners and new homes. In a few weeks, at Highland School, there will be a rummage sale where unwanted items like teapots and Oriental rugs will likely find a home. The dogs, cats, porcelain lamps and silver jewelry share a bond. Chances are many curious customers planning to attend the upcoming “Digging for Gold” rummage sale have never been to the shelter. While they come seeking treasures to spruce up the spare room or add a bit of whimsy, their purchases help keep alive a place of sanctuary for the county’s unwanted cats and dogs. Now in its 11th year, “Digging for Gold” is an upscale rummage sale benefitting the Fauquier County SPCA. For more than 50 years, the shelter has continued its mission of providing local animals with the most complete services possible. Educating the public about the benefits of spaying and neutering is also an extremely important part of their mission. The Highland School, 597 Broad-

view Ave. in Warrenton, has been of donated land. It has 36 dog kenthe home for this annual fundraiser nels, six dog quarantine kennels and three separate and it will once cat rooms, inagain host it this cluding a cat year on Satursunroom. day, March 30, A spay and from 8 a.m.  to 2 neuter clinic is p.m. available to both While shopthe shelter and pers troll for privately owned goodies, a bake dogs and cats. sale will ofThe clinic profer homemade vides low-cost sweet treats for dog and cat spay sale. Admission and neuter suris free. geries for FauLongtime orquier County ganizers Penny and surrounding Dart, Angela areas for healthy Keyser and Tamdogs and cats my Statler appre8 weeks of age ciate all the help required to hold COURTESY PHOTO and weighing at least 3 pounds. this event from Hi. My name is Sakura. I’m a 3-yearThere is plenthe generous old spaniel/mix lady. I’m shy until I get sponsors, do- to know you but I love dog friends and ty of room to exercise dogs and nors, volunteers would like to find a home with other and those who canine buddies that could help me out a barn to house livestock. The come shopping. of my shell. I am timid but I’d like to They all agree meet you…maybe you’d want to adopt shelter is now able to offer petin unison. “The me. Visit www.fauquierspca.com themed birthproceeds from this event have given us a shelter of day parties in a beautiful new, large and bright conference room. which to be proud.” Local author Vicky Moon is a fan The present Fauquier SPCA shelter, at 9350 Rogues Road in Mid- of fun things and an animal advoland, was built in 1989 on 11 acres cate.

“Through the years I have friends and family that have found some real gems and bargains at this event held at Highland. I will never forget a friend of mine found her son’s first tuxedo there and it had been handmade from some fancy British tailor,” said Moon. If you can’t wait until Saturday, March 30, there is an early-bird sale and party the evening before on Friday, March 29, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Admission for that is $25 and includes light refreshments.   Donations of gently used furniture, lamps, rugs, china, silver, jewelry, garden accessories, etc. are welcome. Please no clothing, exercise equipment or televisions. Donations are tax-deductible. Donation drop-off dates are Wednesday, March 27, from 1 to 5 p.m. and Thursday, March 28, from noon to 7 p.m. in the lower school gym at Highland School. Credit cards and checks can be used at checkout, but there is also a “dollar section” for cash-only customers. If you would like more information, email Angela Keyser at keyseralk@gmail.com or Tammy Statler at tammystatler@aol.com or you call Penny Dart at 540-347-5138 or Anne Hall at 540-347-1268.

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

March 8

Summerduck Pickin’ Party: 5 p.m. 5335 Sumerduck Road, Sumerduck. Dinner served 6-8:30 p.m. Free will donations. Live music 7-10 p.m. with Freddy Frazier and The Blue Mountain Boys. And 8-10 p.m. with Wishful Thinkin’. Contact: 540-445-1714

March 9

All-you-can-eat breakfast: 8-11 a.m. 5073 Jeffersonton Road, Jeffersonton. The Jeffersonton Community Center will hold its monthly all-you-can-eat-breakfast from 8-11 a.m. every second Saturday. Menu includes eggs, pancakes, sausage, gravy, biscuits, crepes, bacon, pastries, fried apples, orange juice and coffee. $9/ adults $6/children 6-12, free/children under 6. All are welcome. For more info, call 540-937-9979 Messier Astronomy Marathon: 7-11 p.m. 10066 Rogues Road, Midland. A Messier Marathon is an attempt to find as many ‘Messier objects’ as possible during one night. The Messier catalogue of objects consists of 110 relatively bright deep-sky objects (galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters.) Telescopes provided by the Northern Virginia Astronomy Club. Registration not required. Free event held at C.M. Crockett Park. For all ages (ages 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult). Contact: 540-422-8550 Relay for Life/Leukemia and Lymphoma Society spaghetti dinner

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fundraiser: 4-7 p.m. 500 Hospital Drive, Warrenton. Held at the Fauquier Hospital Bistro. Proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society. $8 per adult at the door, $7 per senior, $4 per child under 12. Kids under 3 eat free with adult. Contact: 540316-2550 Friends of Fort Liberte Fundraiser: 6-9 p.m. 3623 Grove Lane, Delaplane. Pop a cork, pour a pint, and drill a well. Join the Friends of Fort Liberte, your contributions help drill wells in Haiti. Tickets $28 in advance or $40 at the door. To purchase tax-deductible tickets, visit www.haitiwellwater.com. Contact: Angela at 571-330-5554 or Tamee at 540-272-1526

March 10

Grace Concert Series: 5 p.m. 6507 Main St., The Plains. Grace Episcopal Church Concert Series features acclaimed violinist Ari Isaacman-Beck and pianist Qing Jiang in a program titled Americana. The performance will include George Gershwin’s “Preludes,” Charles Ives’ “Second Sonata for Violin and Piano,” and Maurice Ravel’s “Sonata in G Major for Violin and Piano.” A catered reception with the artists will follow in the parish hall. Tickets are $25 Student tickets are $15 Youth under 18 are admitted free, but must be accompanied by an adult. Additional information and tickets are available online at http:// www.gracetheplains.org or by calling the church office at 540 253-5177, ext. 107.

March 12

Warrenton Chorale begins new season: 7-9 p.m. 7850 Millfield Drive, Warrenton. New members welcome.

Come meet new artistic director Mary Roland. Registration going on now. Rehearsals on Tuesdays. Meet at Heritage Presbyterian Church. For more information, contact Jean Hines at bmjhines@comcast.net or visit www. warrentonchorale.org, where you can find all the particulars plus listen to previous concerts. Chris Herren featured speaker: 7 p.m. 597 Broadview Ave., Warrenton. The PATH Foundation is hosting a free community forum featuring former NBA player Chris Herren discussing his recovery after years of addiction. Organized for parents, grandparents and guardians, the event will also offer local information and resources. The forum will be held in the Highland School Rice Theater, with seating open at 6:30 p.m. Registration is not required. This event gives families the chance to hear his perspective on issues facing kids today, with thoughts on helping teens avoid the potentially devastating consequences of substance use issues. Contact: 540680-4106

March 13

Warrenton Newcomers Club: 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. 121 John E. Mann St., Warrenton. Coffee and open house. Open to residents new to the area, recently retired, or newly single within past five years. Held in Mercy Hall near St. John the Evangelist Church. Contact: Cherylbianchi1@comcast.net Ignite Fauquier: 9-10 a.m. 33 N. Calhoun St., Warrenton. An alliance of entrepreneurs is helping small business owners “fire up business.” Come join

the program at the Warrenton Visitor Center. Meet new people and learn the challenges of businesses and organizations. Following the program, there will also be discussion among attendees. Ideally, all will benefit from the ideas exchanged and from the connections made on the second Wednesday of every month. The doors will be open at 8:30 a.m. Come early and meet everyone! Please visit ignitefauquier.com.

March 16

Food Distribution: 9 a.m. 341 Church St., Warrenton. The Fauquier County Food Distribution Coalition will hold a food giveaway for those who are in need until the food is gone at the Warrenton United Methodist Church.

March 17

St. Patrick’s Day fellowship: 4:30 p.m. 380 Broadview Ave., Warrenton. The Capital Caring Warrenton bereaved group support is meeting for its annual St. Patrick’s Day Meal and Fellowship at McMahon’s. Anyone that has suffered from grief and loss in the last year is welcome to join (18 and older). RSVP is required to Roxanne Woodward 703-9571867.

March 21

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

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Live Music & Entertainment Email event info to asherman@fauquier.com

March 8

The Dirty Grass Players Live at Gloria’s:  8 p.m. 92 Main St., Warrenton. The Gloria Faye Dingus Music Alliance presents The Dirty Grass Players who have established themselves with one toe-tappin’ foot in traditional bluegrass and blazing musicianship that pushes boundaries. Tickets $20. Children under 12 free with adult. Seating limited. Advance tickets recommended. Visit www. centerofwarrenton.org.  Contact: 540-3477484

DIRTY GRASS PLAYERS MARCH 8 “As You Like It”: 7:30 p.m. 4225 Aiken Drive, Warrenton. Fauquier Community Theatre presents William Shakespeare’s comedy “As You Like It” through March 24. Directed by Maggie Mumford. Friday/ Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets $15 for seniors and students; $17 for adults. Manassas Ballet Theatre – “A Fantasque Evening”: 7:30 p.m. Hylton Performing Arts Center, Merchant Hall, 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas. The evening begins with

original choreography in Act One – a season highlight. Act Two, “La Boutique Fantasque” (“The Magic Toyshop”), tells the story of a world-famous French toymaker who welcomes customers from around the globe to his enchanted shop of dancing dolls who have a love story of their own. The Manassas Ballet Theatre Orchestra accompanies the program. Repeats March 9 at 7:30 p.m. and March 10 at 3 p.m. Visit www.hyltoncenter.org/ tickets.  Contact: 703-993-7759  Boyle School of Dance Irish Dancers Live at McMahon’s Irish Pub: 7:30 p.m. Rob Rodgers at 8:30 p.m. 380 Broadview Ave., Warrenton. Contact: 540-347-7200

Live at McMahon’s Irish Pub: 7:30 p.m. Cadillac Romeos at 8:30 p.m. 380 Broadview Ave., Warrenton. Contact: 540-347-7200 Daron Tapscott Live at Wort Hog Brewing Company: 6-9 p.m. 41 Beckham St., Warrenton. Contact: 540-300-2739 Crossthreaded: 7 p.m. Live music at Orlean Market, 6855 Leeds Manor Road, Marshall. Local Hume band plays bluegrass, country and oldies. RSVP for dinner. Contact: 540-364-2774 Live entertainment at Inn at Kelly’s Ford: 7-10 p.m. 16589 Edwards Shop Road, Remington. Contact: 540-399-1779

limited. Advance tickets recommended. Visit www.centerofwarrenton. org.  Contact: 540-347-7484

March 9

March 10

Live Irish Music: 5-8 p.m., 380 Broadview Ave., Warrenton. Come enjoy live Irish music and a relaxed dining atmosphere every Sunday. Wonderful free event perfect for family and friends. Roast beef special. Visit www. mcmahonsirishpub.com Contact: 540347-7203

Patsy and the Country Classics: 7 p.m. 300 East Main St., Remington. Flatbeds and Tailfins presents a tribute to real country music. Doors open at 6 p.m. Starts at 7 p.m. General admission is $15. Kids under 5 are free. Visit www.flatbedsandtailfins.com for ticket information. Also available at the store in Remington or by phone at 540-422-2507.  The Duskwhales Live on the Taproom Stage: 5-8 p.m. Old Bust Head Brewery, 7134 Farm Station Road, Vint Hill. The Duskwhales are a three-piece indie rock band formed in Manassas in 2010. Their sound is reminiscent of ‘60s groups such as The Beatles and The Doors through prominent use of keyboards and memorable vocal harmonies. Menu by Good Grubbin’ Food Truck. Contact: 540-347-4777 Maddi Mae Live at Wort Hog Brewing Company: 6-9 p.m. 41 Beckham St., Warrenton. Contact: 540-300-2739

Circa Blue: 8 p.m. 291 Gay St., Washington. Little Washington Theatre presents Circa Blue, a contemporary bluegrass band based in Martinsburg, West Virginia. $25/Adults, $10/under 18. Visit www.littlewashingtontheatre.com. Contact: 540-675-1253 The Danny Knicely Quartet Live at Gloria’s:  8 p.m. 92 Main St., Warrenton. The Gloria Faye Dingus Music Alliance presents multi-instrumentalist Danny Knicely, a pioneer in jazz mandolin along with pianist Larry Willis, bassist John Previti and vocalist Aimee Curl. Tickets $25. Children under 12 free with adult. Seating limited. Advance tickets recommended. Visit www.centerofwarrenton.org.  Contact: 540-347-7484  Boyle School of Dance Irish Dancers

Popcorn Madness!! Every Wednesday at the Fauquier Times 9am-5pm. Freshly popped. Make a donation. All proceeds go to American Cancer Society.

March 15

Boyle School of Dance Irish Dancers Live at McMahon’s Irish Pub: 7:30 p.m. Josh Lowe at 8 p.m. 380 Broadview Ave., Warrenton. Contact: 540-347-7200  Old Town Flood Live at Gloria’s:  8 p.m. 92 Main St., Warrenton. The Gloria Faye Dingus Music Alliance welcomes powerhouse bluegrass musicians Old Town Flood who deliver foot-stomping, good-time country music. Tickets $15. Children under 12 free with adult. Seating

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$10 for neck wrap $20 for infinity scarf or wrap 50% of proceeds goes to American Cancer Society. Sharon Lasher: mommacat29@msn.com

41 Culpeper St. Warrenton, VA 20186 Phone: 540-347-4222 Email: news@fauquier.com

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

Fauquier Times Bake Sale! March 20th: 9am-5pm. All proceeds go to American Cancer Society

41 Culpeper St. Warrenton, VA 20186 Phone: 540-347-4222 Email: news@fauquier.com

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

Wednesday, March 6

Ash Wednesday Service: 7 p.m. Cool Spring United Methodist Church, 3322 Cobbler Mountain Road, Delaplane.

Saturday, March 9

Lenten Lecture: 5-6:30 p.m. p.m. Remington United Methodist Church, 150 West Bowen St., Remington, will host a Lenten lecture titled, “The death and resurrection of Jesus Christ: Lessons Learned from recent research. The guest lecturer for this event will be the Rev. Jeffery Schroeder. Besides holding B.S., M.A.R., and M.Div. degrees, Schroeder’s qualifications include the Yale S.T.M. degree in New Testament. He studied at the Universities of Toronto and Oxford, and has been ordained for over 32 years. Schroeder invites the community to join him as he explores the central message of the Christian faith. The program is free, though a free-will offering will be accepted. A free meal of Lenten soup will be provided in the Fellowship Hall immediately after the lecture. For more information, contact Rev. Schroeder at therevjcs@gmail.com or the church pastor, the Rev. Walter Westbrook, at cntmpl852@gmail.com.

Sunday, March 10

Missionary Day: 3 p.m. Salem Baptist Church,103 N. Broad St.,

Salem. All are welcome.

Friday, March 15

Corned beef and cabbage meal: 5-7 p.m. at Liberty UMC, 10513 Old Marsh Road, Bealeton. Free-will offering. Visit www.libertyumc.com or call 540-439-0167.

Saturday, March 16

Amissville UMC - AUMM Breakfast: 8-10 a.m. Amissville United Methodist Men will serve breakfast in the Fellowship Hall of the church, 14760 Lee Highway, Amissville. Donations are accepted, and all proceeds are used in service to others. Questions concerning this event may be directed to Reg at 540-987-9001.

Sunday, March 17

Deacons, Deaconess and Trustees Day: 3 p.m. First Springs Baptist Church of Warrenton VA will have its annual Deacons, Deaconess and Trustees Day. The guest for the 3 p.m. service will be Bishop Robert Taylor, Mount Olive Baptist ChurchCentreville. Lunch will be served following morning services.

Sunday, March 24

Black History Service: 3 p.m. Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, 33 South Third St., Warrenton, will hold a Black History Service. Lunch will be served after the morning worship service. Special presentations to include “Bringing Harriet Tubman to Life” as portrayed by Sister Taryn

A. Weaver and “Gospel Spotlight on: Thomas Dorsey.”

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Theater trip: Warrenton Baptist Church will be taking a trip to Sight and Sound Theater in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, on Thursday, May 2, to see the production “Jesus.” Tickets are $115 per person, which includes a reserved bus seat, a ticket for the performance and dinner. Additional money will be needed for a fast-food lunch in Thurmont, Maryland. The bus will be leaving the church at 8:30 a.m. on May 2. The deadline for reservations is Monday, March 25. Call Warrenton Baptist Church at 540347-3509, and ask for Nancy. Vacation Bible School: Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church invites the community to join the church from June 18-21 for a four-day excursion to the Creation Museum in Petersburg, Kentucky, and The Ark Encounter in Williamstown, Kentucky (the Underground Railroad Museum is optional). Total cost is $550 per person and includes two nights at the Tru by Hilton Hotel (free hot breakfast); travel by deluxe motor coach; entrance to The Ark Encounter and the Creation Museum. Seats are first come, first served. Final payment is due by April 30. Contact: Gwen Gaines, 540-347-3084 (leave

message) or delgain@msn.com. Rectortown United Methodist Church prepares for 125th anniversary: To celebrate its 125th anniversary this year, Rectortown United Methodist Church is in search of pictures of RUMC events, activities, or family celebrations (baptism, confirmation, weddings, etc.) to be used in a presentation at the church’s homecoming celebration in May. They are asking for anyone who has photos to email them to rectortownsecretary@gmail. com, or mail them to RUMC, P.O. Box 301, Rectortown VA, 20140. Please identify those in the photos if possible. Hard copy photos will be scanned and returned. Single Moms Support Group meets every second and fourth Tuesday from 6:30 – 8 p.m. 341 Church St. Warrenton. If you are divorced, in the midst of a divorce or separation, navigating the difficult road of single parenting for the first time or have lived it for years…and need support, the Single Moms Support Group is here for you. Meets at the Warrenton United Methodist Church for understanding, support and connections. Free child care is provided. All welcome. Contact: 540347-1367

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

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

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Young musicians invited to join youth orchestra, band The Fauquier County Youth Orchestra and Jazz Band meets weekly on Wednesday evenings from 5-8 p.m. at Gloria’s (92 Main St.) in Old Town Warrenton. It offers opportunities for beginner, intermediate and advanced strings, along with participation in a jazz band! The cost is $10 a week. A local nonprofit program working to enrich the lives of student musicians, the orchestra and band welcomes youth, with no auditions. For more information, email info@ fauquieryouthorchestra.org or call 540-717-9349.

Thanks for a successful Breakfast and Books sale Robins. Robins. We’ve got robins. There seem to be flocks of hundreds of these harbingers of spring close by. The kitties are keeping out watchful eyes from a safe viewing point inside the house although there is plenty of tail twitching and “cat conversation” going on. The Orlean Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department sends out a huge “thank you” to Cynthia Brockman and the Orlean Market for organizing and providing the venue for the Breakfast and Books sale held last week. A very tidy sum was realized from the sale of books, videos, etc.

Nokesville UMC to host active shooter training The days are getting a little longer and hopefully soon, a little warmer. Daylight saving time is Sunday, March 10, so be sure to spring forward an hour. Tonight at 7 p.m. at the Depot near the Bealeton Library there will be a town hall meeting sponsored by the Fauquier Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Bob Mosier will be there to answer any questions citizens may have. The meetings are designed to be interac-

ALICE FELTS WARRENTON 540-349-0037 warrenton.news@gmail.com Adults who are interested in learning needle felting techniques to make unique crafts, come to the Warrenton central library (11 Winchester St.) on Saturday, March 9, from 10 a.m. to noon. Supplies will be provided for this free event and no registration is

ANNE DAVIS MARKHAM HUME ORLEAN 540-364-1828 hlfmhouse@aol.com The leftover donations were sent to a used book facility which will return some of the sale profits to OVFRD. Another positive follow-up is the establishment of a community book club by some of the folks who met at

AMANDA ARMSTRONG WOODWARD CALVERTON CATLETT CASANOVA 540-295-4925 woodwardamanda1@aol.com tive, and informative. I encourage each of you to take the opportunity to attend and learn about what is happen-

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required. For more information, call 540-422-8500, ext. 6862. The Relay for Life/Leukemia and Lymphoma Society fundraiser will be held at The Bistro at Fauquier Hospital on March 9 from 4 to 7 p.m. Tickets for the annual spaghetti dinner are $8 for adults; $7 for senior citizens, and $4 for children under 12. Children under 3, with an adult eat free. Proceeds will go to the American Cancer Society Relay for Life of Fauquier and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. On March 10, from 2 to 4 p.m., Friends of the Fauquier Library is sponsoring a free afternoon of music at “Sunday with the Library: Folk Duo Andy and Judy Daigle.” Many

styles of music from folk, country, swing and gospel will be performed at the John Barton Payne Building (2 Courthouse Square). Call the Warrenton central library for more information. The WARF’s spring aquatics booklet is now available. In the booklet you can find information on swim lessons for all ages and abilities, the WARF Swim Club, the Summer Prep Program, and instruction in water safety, lifeguard certification and recertification training. You can view a copy of the booklet at www.swimwarf.com or pick up a printed copy at the WARF front desk. You can register for classes at www.warfonline.com.

the sale. This is truly neighbors helping neighbors! Ash Wednesday (Wednesday, March 6) is the beginning of the Lenten season. Leeds Episcopal Church, Markham, will have one service at noon for the traditional prayers and Imposition of Ashes. Easter follows on Sunday, April 21. Birthday wishes to Jean Lambert, Shannon Harp, Martha Brecht Munn Scott, Bill Lay and Marion Long. We hope that this was a very special time for each one of you and that you have many more wonderful days with those whom you love. Attention, please. The burn ban is in effect which means that there should be no outside fires near wood-

lands until after 4 p.m. each day. Since our area has been experiencing some windy conditions, be very careful with outside fires. There is a stiff penalty for infractions of the burn law, plus the damage to burned areas and the use of fire department equipment and personnel. Moving day for OVFRD is coming sooner rather than later. Plans are to begin the transition to the new station within the next several weeks. Fire and emergency services for our community will continue as usual with all services available 24/7. Your generous contributions have helped to make this new facility possible for the Orlean community! They are greatly appreciated.

ing in your neighborhood. Nokesville United Methodist Church will be hosting a CRASE Training (Civilian Response Active Shooter Events) on Sunday, March 10, from 1-5 p.m. This course is for anyone interested in learning about civilian response to an active shooter. It is provided by the Virginia State Police. The church address is 12550 Aden Road, Nokesville. This is a free event and is open to everyone. Southern States, Calverton, is now offering Sunglo Feed and additives for all your livestock needs. Stop in the store to check out this new line of product and the benefits it offers your livestock. Be sure to like Southern States Calverton Facebook page to receive

updates on promotions, agricultural news, and events. Congratulations to Bridget Hillin for being named Teacher of the Year at H.M. Pearson Elementary. Ms. Hillin teaches kindergarten and was recognized at the February school board meeting. She is now a nominee for Fauquier County Teacher of the Year. Thank you for caring for the children that you teach. Reminder to all parents that have children attending Fauquier County Public Schools: Wednesday, March 13, will now be a full day of school for students. I hope everyone has a wonderful week. Keep the news coming. I look forward to hearing from you.

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30 REAL ESTATE Pickin’ Party set for Friday March has arrived and winter is almost over! Daylight savings time begins on March 10 so remember to “spring forward!” The Sumerduck Ruritan Club will be having a Pickin’ Party this Friday, March 8. The doors open at 5 p.m. and dinner will be served from 6-8:30 p.m. Bluegrass music will be performed from 7-10 p.m. This month, Wishful Thinkin’ will play after Freddy Frazier and the Blue Mountain Boys. Free-will donations are appreciated! The Fauquier Community Theatre will be performing “As You Like It” beginning this weekend.

Grace Church Concert Series concert is set for March 10 The Relay for Life/Leukemia and Lymphoma Society fundraiser will be held at The Bistro at Fauquier Hospital on March 9, from 4 to 7 p.m. Tickets for the annual spaghetti dinner are $8 for adults ($7 in advance by March 6); $7 for senior citizens ($6 in advance by March 6) and $4 for children under 12. Children under 3 eat free (with an adult). If you have questions or want to purchase advance tickets, call the Fauquier Hospital Infusion Center at 540-316-2550. The fundraiser will be held at Fauquier Hospital Bistro, 500 Hospital Drive, Warrenton. The site is handicapped accessible, and there is plenty of parking. The Fauquier Health Relay for Life Team

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PAM VAN SCOY GOLDVEIN 540-379-2026 pamvs2000@yahoo.com For tickets and information, visit www.fctstage.org. The Relay for Life/ Leukemia and Lymphoma Society is having a fundraiser on Saturday, March 9. This event will be held at The Bistro

BRENDA PAYNE MARSHALL THE PLAINS 540-270-1795 marshallvanews@gmail.com will be hosting this event. Proceeds go to the American Cancer Society Relay for Life of Fauquier and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Please mark your calendar, come out and support this great cause within our community. Be sure to buy your tickets by March 6 for a discounted price! On Sunday, March 10, the Grace

Sheriff to hold community meeting in Bealeton Fauquier County Sheriff Bob Mosier will conduct a community meeting on Wednesday, March 6, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at Bealeton’s Public Library - Depot meeting room (10877 Willow Drive, Bealeton.) Sheriff Mosier’s periodic community meetings are typically interactive, open forums with topical discussions and questions/answers sessions. Attendees will learn up-todate information on business crime prevention tips, sheriff investigation updates, traffic safety discussions, area crime data, sheriff initiatives and county budget requests as well as plenty of opportunities for community concerns and solutions.

JOE KORPSAK REMINGTON BEALETON OPAL 540-497-1413 joe.korpsak@yahoo.com The Town of Remington was recently awarded a PATH Foundation grant for outdoor park space connecting a portion of East Main Street with its new adjoining Town Hall. Another PATH grant was awarded to the Fauquier County Public

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at Fauquier Hospital from 4-7 p.m. Tickets for the annual spaghetti dinner are $8 for adults, $7 for senior citizens, $4 for children ages 4-12 and kids ages 3 and under are free. Advance Tickets are discounted but must be purchased by March 6. For more information or to purchase advance tickets, call 540-316-2550. Senior Citizen Bingo will be held at the Sumerduck Ruritan Club on Monday, March 11. All local seniors are invited to come out for a fun time. Everyone is asked to bring a small bag with an inexpensive prize in it. Boxed dinners-to-go will be for sale at the Ruritan Club on Tuesday,

March 19. These meals are always delicious! The Remington FCE Homemakers Club will be meeting on Wednesday, March 20, at 10 a.m. The theme is chocolate and a covered-dish lunch will follow the meeting. All local homemakers are welcome! Any Liberty seniors who plan to attend Virginia Tech should be aware of this: The Fauquier chapter of the Virginia Tech Alumni Association has a scholarship opportunity for you! Visit http://www.fauquierhokies.com for more information. Applications must be submitted by April 8. Have a great week!

Church Concert Series in The Plains features acclaimed violinist Ari Isaacman-Beck and pianist Qing Jiang in a program titled “Americana.” The performance will be at 5 p.m. at Grace Episcopal Church, 6507 Main St., The Plains. A catered reception with the artists will follow in the parish hall. Tickets are $25, student tickets are $15 and youth under 18 are admitted free, but must be accompanied by an adult. Additional information and tickets are available online at www.gracetheplains.org or by calling the church office at 540253-5177, ext. 107. Got blood? Bring it on to the next Marshall Community Red Cross Blood Drive on March 11, from 2-7 p.m. at the Marshall Baptist Church. Please make an appointment today at the Red Cross website. Walk-ins are welcome but it is better to have

an appointment if you don’t want to wait. Contact Suzy Neessen at 540317-3344 for further information or help. Attention The Plains residents: The treasurer of The Plains will be collecting real estate and personal property taxes and issuing town decals at The Plains Community House on March 6, March 9, March 13, and March 15, from 9 a.m. to noon. Let’s show some birthday love to: Ralph Swain on March 6; Mitch Grimes and Virginia Cave on March 8; Andrea Robertson and Bailey Payton on March 10; Jane Silbert on March 11; and Nancy Powers on March 13. Happy anniversary to: Vinny and Patty Ryan on March 11. Have a great week and don’t forget to spring forward an hour when you go to bed on March 9!

Library for its “Internet To Go” program. This program would allow Fauquier library patrons to check out Wi-Fi hotspots, allowing students to complete homework assignments and local residents to apply for jobs or conduct business. For information on PATH grant categories and criteria, go online www.pathforyou.org/our-grants. There will be a Vietnam Veterans

Day 5K Run and 1-Mile Kid’s Run in Remington on March 30 beginning at 10 a.m. After the runs, there will also be a cornhole tournament and lunch. For more information and to sign-up, go online to https:// tinyurl.com/herosbridge5K2019. Sponsors of this event are American Legion, Remington Post 247, Town of Remington and Remington Drug Company.

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Mark your calendar: Irish dance performances What better way to get in the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day than an Irish dance performance? The Southern Academy of Irish Dance returns to the library to perform traditional Irish dances, sure to be enjoyed by children and adults. Wednesday, March 6, 4 p.m. John Barton Payne Building, Warrenton Wednesday, March 27, 4 p.m. John Marshall branch library Ireland isn’t just the home of Irish dance – it is also the birthplace of many great authors. Here is a sampling of books by Irish authors available at Fauquier County Public Library. • “Chestnut Street” by Maeve Binchy • “House of Names” by Colm Toibin “Ireland: A Novel” by Frank Delaney • “The Mystery of Mercy Close” by Marian Keyes • “Netherland” by Joseph O’Neill • “A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man” by James Joyce Ireland is known for both its unspoiled landscapes and vibrant cities, making it a popular tourist destination. It is also a popular literary setting. Stop by your local library for suggestions, or choose from this list of novels set in Ireland. • “Dark Witch” by Nora Roberts • “Death at Whitewater Church” by

Andrea Carter • “The Girl in the Castle” by Santa Montefiore • “An Irish Country Practice” by Patrick Taylor • “Patrick: Son of Ireland” by Stephen Lawhead • “The Second Death: A Mystery of Ancient Ireland” by Peter Tremayne Stop by The Book Cellar, the used book store operated by Friends of the Fauquier Library, and browse “Lots of Luck” books by Irish authors, featured throughout March.

Library Partners with DMV to Offer Services A new partnership with the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles will bring DMV services to local library locations. The program, DMV Connect, will offer the following services: • Identification Cards • Driver’s Licenses • Veteran ID Cards • Vehicle titles and registrations • Compliance Summaries DMV Connect will be available at all three Fauquier County Public Library

locations on the following upcoming dates: • Warrenton central library March 15 and May 17, noon - 4 p.m. • Bealeton branch library, April 5, 11:30 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. • John Marshall branch library May 3, 11:30 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. For a schedule of future dates, visit fauquierlibrary.org/calendar. Learn more about DMV Connect at www.DMVNow.com.

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These property transfers, filed Sept. 21 through Sept. 27, 2018 were provided by the Clerk of the Court in Fauquier County. (Please note that to conserve space, only the first person named as the grantor or grantee is listed. The kind of instrument is a deed unless stated otherwise.) Top dollar deal: $658,295 in Scott District Cedar Run District

Ronald Stewart Shipe to Gregory Morgan, 1.00 acre at 9128 Rogues Road, nr. Warrenton. $278,000 Christopher D. Walters to Jessica Havens, 1.165 acre at 6307 Duhollow Road, Warrenton. $405,000 RFI WC LC to NVR Inc., 0.6800 acre at 6487 Bob White Drive, Warrenton. $211,209

Tariq Hameed to Adam John Pawlowski, 1.9285 acre at 13121 Marsh Road, Bealeton. $291,000 NVR Inc. to Dean Lenuik, 0.9314 acre at 6478 Bob White Drive, Warrenton. $613,436

David C. Heath to Brandon C. Gibson, 4.2926 acres off Old Marsh Road, Bealeton. $137,000 Marshall District

Brandon J. Meisner to Jonathan L. Marshall, 0.9452 acre at 3038 Delaplane Grade Road, Delaplane. $635,000

Rafael A. Rodriguez by Sub. Tr. to Surrey House LLC, 1 acre at 3311 Fiery Run

Road, Linden. $162,001

Toshu John Neatrour to Federal Nat’l. Mortgage Assn., 1.0012 acre at 12083 Summers Lane, nr. Hume. $249,500 Center District

Piedmont Realty Capital LLC to Tyler Welch, 111 Blue Ridge Street, Warrenton. $289,900 Brian D. Dubois to Kyle Ross Montgomery, 7163 Spotsylvania Street, Warrenton. $384,800

Allen L. Williams to Donna Nicole Chamaj, 173-B Fairfield Drive, Warrenton. $185,000 Wanda H. Long to Joshua Whipkey, 238 Dover Road, Warrenton. $325,000

146 Rappahannock LLC to ASM2 LLC, 146 Rappahannock Street, Warrenton. $185,000

James R. McIrvin to Christopher D. Walters, 342 Singleton Circle, Warrenton. $440,000

Jack A. Lawson Jr. to Rebecca H. Calvert, 87 Fairfax Street, Warrenton. $365,000 Timothy A. Martin to ASM2 LLC, 547

Tiffany Court, Warrenton. $295,000

Rommie E. Catlett Jr. to Tyler D. Mitchell, 750 Black Sweep Road, Warrenton. $477,894 Hoan K. Ly to Matthew Walker, 752 Cherry Tree Lane, Warrenton. $260,000 Lee District

Federal Nat’l. Mortgage Assn. To Bracen Nguyen, 7836 Cooks Court, Warrenton. $265,000 Margaret C. Schreifels to Jon A. Schreifels, 0.9140 acre at 14520 Snake Castle Road, Sumerduck. $148,500 Scott District

Avenir Properties LLC to Suzanne Marie Meskell, 1 acre at 7113 Gray’s Mill Road, Warrenton. $ 335,000 Fauquier Lakes Limited Partnership to NVR Inc., Lot 52, Phase 11-C nr. Warrenton. $419,732 NVR Inc. to Kenneth Lee Rice, 7455 Lake Willow Court, nr. Warrenton. $658,295 NVR Inc. to Kenneth S. Bayes, 7496 Lake Willow Court, nr. Warrenton. $591,505

Wednesday, March 6 Half Pints Story Time 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. (B) 2’s & 3’s Together Story Time 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. (W) Southern Academy of Irish Dance 4 – 5 p.m. (JBP) John Marshall Paws to Read 4 – 5 p.m. (JM) Homework Help for school-age children 5 – 7 p.m. (B) English-as-a-second-language class, 6 – 8 p.m. (W) 6:30 – 8 p.m. (JM) Thursday, March 7 Preschool Story Time 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. (B) (W) Warrenton Adult Writing Group 1 – 3 p.m. (W) GED classes 5:30 – 8 p.m. (B) * Friday, March 8 Book Cellar open 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. (JBP) Preschool Story Time 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. (JM) Saturday, March 9 Book Cellar open 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. (JBP) DIY for Adults: Needle Felting 10 a.m. – noon (W) Sunday, March 10 Sunday with the Library: Folk Duo Andy and Judy Daigle 1 – 2:30 p.m. (JBP) Monday, March 11 Baby Steps 10:30 – 11 a.m. (W) Scrabble for Adults 6 – 8 p.m. (JM) Tuesday, March 12 Half Pints Story Time 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. (W) Books ‘N Stitchers 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. (JM) Teen Advisory Group (TAG) meeting 4 – 5 p.m. (B) Homework Help for school-age children 5 – 7 p.m. (B) GED Classes 5:30 – 8 p.m. (B) * Pajama Story Time 6 – 7 p.m. (W) Socrates Café 7 – 9 p.m. (W) * Registration is required B – Bealeton branch library, 10877 Willow Drive North, Bealeton JM – John Marshall branch library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall W – Warrenton central library, 11 Winchester St., Warrenton JBP – John Barton Payne Building, 2 Courthouse Square, Warrenton

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Spring Inspection for Damage Prevention We’ve had our share of winter this year, with wet snows, ice and rains. It’s not uncommon to see a lot of limbs down on properties. Cleanup takes care of the debris, but you should also take a careful inspection of the trees and shrubs on your property to ensure that the damage they have sustained during the harsh weather conditions will not cause problems later on during the growing season. Snow and Ice may have bent the branches of evergreens. Snow melts saturate the ground and loosen the soil. Trees that are subject to high wind loading (top heavy) or trees on sloping ground are susceptible to root failure. Inspect the root plates carefully. Late winter or very early spring is the best time to perform certain tasks related to maintaining your landscape. A certified arborist should inspect your trees and shrubs before new growth begins. He or she can look for splits that may occur in multistemmed plants and determine whether they need cabling and bracing or pruning to eliminate weakened branches. Lastly, disease management should begin as early as March in some areas. Applications can begin as soon as the soil temperatures approach 45 degrees. Fungicide sprays for foliar diseases can begin shortly after budbreak. It’s worthwhile to protect your investment in your landscape with inspections in the spring to avoid expensive tree and shrub replacements later on. Contact Bartlett Tree Experts (www.bartlett.com or 1540-364-2401) to find out more.

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OBITUARIES LTC (Ret) Brown “Skip” Grattan Howard IV LTC (Ret) Brown “Skip” Grattan Howard IV passed away in his home on February 24, 2019 in Warrenton, VA at the age of 63. Skip was born on November 27, 1955 in Las Vegas, NV to Brown and Celia “Betty” Howard. He graduated from Radford University with a Bachelor of Science in Business in 1980 and from Troy University with a Master of Business Administration in 1993. Skip served in the United States Air Force (USAF) for 21 years, retiring at the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. He then joined the United States Intelligence Community before his retirement in 2018. Skip had a profound love for God, his Country, and his family. In his free time, he enjoyed working his 50-acre farm, collecting rare pens, and spending time with his cherished granddaughter, Hannah. Skip was a member of Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church, Freemasons, and Knights Templar. His father and grandparents preceded him in death, and he leaves behind to cherish his memory his beloved wife of 37 years, Susan of Warrenton, VA; son, David, his girlfriend Kristen Vetula, and his daughter Hannah of Woodbridge, VA; son, Jason and his fiancée Kirsty Steyn of Warrenton, VA; mother, Celia “Betty” of Floyd, VA; and brother and sister-in-law, Michael and Kristina of Harpers Ferry, WV. Family and friends will come together at 2:00 pm, Friday, March 8, 2019 at Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church, 10023 Wesley Chapel Road, Marshall, VA 20115 to celebrate Skip’s life. He will be inurned at Arlington National Cemetery with full military honors at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church, and mailed to 9448 Old Waterloo Road, Warrenton, VA 20186.

Johnnie “Melba” Singletary Jones Johnnie “Melba” Singletary Jones, 99, of The Plains, Virginia, peacefully departed this life on March 1, 2019, at home surrounded by loved ones. Melba was born May 5, 1919, in Coolidge, Texas, to the late John Henry Singletary and Jennie Lee Pickett. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hubert Burnie Jones. Also preceded in death were her sisters, Ruby Faye, and Lucile Striegel, and brother J.C. Mathews. Melba is survived by her daughter Karen Wendlandt of Romsey Hampshire, UK, daughter Brenda Kennedy of Cibolo, TX, and son Greg Jones and his wife Judy of The Plains, VA. Grandchildren, Russell Jones, deceased, Andrew Jones and Kaileigh Ashby of Charleston, SC, Chris and Christy Kennedy of Brighton, CO, John and Jen Kennedy of Waltham, MA. Four great-grandchildren, Waylen Kennedy, Skylar Kennedy, Gabriel Kennedy, and Ben Kennedy (anticipated birth in May). She attended business school, and was secretary/treasurer of Lampasas Co, Texas, Bank of Houston, TX. She ran the family business, The Trading Post, until she was widowed in May 1972. She moved to Killeen, TX, where she raised her 15 year old son, Greg Jones, and helped raise her grandson Christopher. She was an avid gardener and member of the Killeen Garden Club, where she was their treasurer for 12 years. She enjoyed making beautiful floral arrangements for flower shows. Funeral Service will be Saturday, 9 March at 11 am., at Saint James Episcopal Church, 73 Culpeper Street, Warrenton, VA, 20186. Internment at Little Georgetown Cemetery, 5370 Trapp Branch Road, Broad Run, VA, 20137. Reception will be at Saint James following internment. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Hospice of the Piedmont Charlottesville, 675 Peter Jefferson Pkwy, Suite 300, Charlottesville, VA 22911-8618, or Saint James Episcopal Church YMO, 73 Culpeper Street, Warrenton, VA, 20186. Arrangements by Moser Funeral Home, 233 Broadview Ave, Warrenton, VA 20186.

Lamont Yancey Lamont Yancey, 68 of Cross junction, VA, died on March 4, 2019 at Winchester Medical Center in Winchester, VA. Mr. Yancey was born December 7, 1950 in Washington DC the son of the late George and Ruth Yancey. A Celebration of Life Funeral Service will be Monday, March 11, 2019 11:00 a.m. at Cartwright Funeral Home in Winchester, VA., with Pastor Robert M. Grant, Jr, officiating the service. Family will receive friends Monday March 11, 2019 one hour before service (10:00 a.m.) Interment will be in Shenandoah Memorial Park in Winchester, Virginia.

Howard Lee Grove Howard Lee Grove, 70, passed away peacefully at his home in Morrisville on Saturday, March 2, 2019. He was born November 10, 1948 in Fredericksburg, VA to Howard and Vivian Reed Grove. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Jane McCarty Grove; children, Jacob and wife Anne; daughter, Lee Grove; grandchildren Charlotte and Jack Grove; brother Leighton and wife Carol; sister, Charlotte Smith and husband Roy of Lovingston; and sister, Sharon Grove McCamy. Howard graduated from Virginia Tech in 1971. He was a high school agriculture teacher and local banker for more than 15 years before returning to his first love, farming. Howard owned and operated Highwater Farm in Morrisville for more than 30 years. Howard was a long-serving board member of the Casanova Hunt, Fauquier Farm Bureau, Fauquier Livestock Exchange, and the John Marshall Soil and Water Conservation District. Through his service, he was an advocate for local and family farms. The family will receive friends on Thursday, March 7, 2019 at Moser Funeral Home from 5:30-7:00 pm, with a brief memorial service to follow at 7pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Howard’s name can be made to Lois Volunteer Fire Department. A Celebration of his life with the scattering of his ashes will be held April 27, 2019 at 2 pm at Highwater Farm, 12716 Marsh Road., Bealeton, Va. 22712 An online guestbook and tribute wall are available at moserfuneralhome.com

Penny Adrianna Stubbs Penny Adrianna Stubbs, 73, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 25, 2019, surrounded by family at her home in Warrenton. She was born January 26, 1946, in Oxford, England to the late Ted and Edna Kielenstyn. Penny is survived by her daughter, Dana K. Wright, her son-in-law Stephen, and their two children, Henry and Elliot; her son, Jason Brown and his daughter Whitney; her sister, Jean Ruppert and brother-in-law Jeff; her sister, Sandi Mossman and brother-in-law Bill, her brother Ed Kielenstyn, her sister-in-law and brother-in-law Donna and Clif Shumaker; her brother-in-law and sister-in-law Dennis and Nel Stubbs, and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews whom she loved dearly. Penny was preceded in death by her parents and her loving husband, Dana Allen Stubbs. Penny was born in England and raised in Iowa City, Iowa, where she graduated from Regina High School (class of ’64) and attended Iowa City Commercial College. She spent much of her life living on Pignut Mountain in The Plains, Virginia, where she enjoyed putting her green thumb to use. She will be greatly missed. The family will receive visitors from 4 to 6 pm on Friday, March 8th, 2019 with prayers at 5:30 pm, at Moser Funeral Home, 233 Broadview Ave., Warrenton, Virginia. Interment at Culpeper National Cemetery will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Capital Caring, which provided hospice services and myriad support to Penny and her family. Contributions may also be made in memory of Penny to the American Lung Association, which works to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease. Online condolences may be offered at www.moserfuneralhome.com.

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OBITUARIES Doris Lee McClanahan Norris Doris Lee McClanahan Norris, 79, of Warrenton passed away in her sleep at her home, February 28 , 2019. She was born July 28 , 1939 in Warrenton to the late David McClanahan and Rosie Williams McClanahan. Doris was a State of Virginia employee for 46 years, going for 50 but her facility was closed. She worked hard all of her life to take care of her only son Bobby. She did not want much in life , just happiness, her family and everything taken care of. She loved her Jack Russells especially Mickey, and a clean house, God Bless her soul. Bobby loves you Mama. She was predeceased by two sisters, Patsy McClanahan and Betty McClanahan Payne. Three other sisters are still alive and kicking, Annie Finley, Barbara Aylor, and Lynn Carter. A Memorial Service will be held Thursday, March 7, 2019 at 4pm at Moser Funeral Home, 233 Broadview Avenue, Warrenton, Va. 20186. Inurnment will be private. An online guestbook and tribute wall are available at moserfuneralhome.com

Jo Ann Clatterbuck Jo Ann Clatterbuck, 63 of Remington, VA passed away on March 3, 2019 at INOVA Fairfax Hospital. She was born on June 9, 1955 at Fredericksburg, VA a daughter of the late John Hunter Lambert and Mary Jean Bauckman Lambert. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Stephen James Clatterbuck, Jr. Mrs. Clatterbuck and her husband operated the family business, Cleaning Unlimited. She is survived by her husband of 46 years, Stephen J. Clatterbuck; her daughter and her husband, Jennifer and Tony Doores, Bealeton, VA; her siblings, John and Donald Lambert, Elizabeth Riley, James and David Lambert; and her grandchildren, Brandon, Matthew, Sean and Jonathan Doores, Stephen and DayLynn Clatterbuck. The family will receive friends on Thursday, March 7 from 6-8 PM at Moser Funeral Home where funeral services will be held on Friday, March 8 at 2:00 PM. Interment Bright View Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the PATH Foundation. Online condolences may be made at www.moserfuneralhome.com.

Kathleen Ribble Lunsford Dunne Kathleen Ribble Lunsford Dunne, died February 21, 2019 in Warrenton, Virginia. A native of Petersburg, VA, she was born on August 5, 1927 to Irving Claiborne Lunsford and Kathleen Anderson Ribble Lunsford at their home on Berkley Avenue. A lover of all creatures great and small, Mrs. Dunne was most devoted to horses and was an avid admirer of “The Sport of Kings”, Thoroughbred horse racing. Her happiest days were spent watching several of her own Thoroughbreds race in Maryland, Delaware and West Virginia and doting on them when they returned home to Aulerton, the home that she and her husband, “Gerry” shared for over 53 years. She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Gerald John Dunne, of Midland, VA; daughter, Kathleen Anderson Ribble Dunne Watson, of Dunnsville, VA; granddaughter, Kristen Watson Henshaw; greatgrandchildren, Nate and Isabell Henshaw, all of Richmond, VA; nephew, Irving C. Lunsford III, of Ponte Vedra Beach, FL; niece, Barbara L. Groves, of Flower Mound, TX; and several beloved cousins. She was predeceased by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Irving C. Lunsford and her brother, Irving C. Lunsford, Jr. She was also predeceased by many four-legged friends of all sizes, which she loved dearly. A graveside service will be held on Monday, March 4, 2019 at 11:00 am at Blandford Cemetery located at 319 S. Crater Road, Petersburg, VA. While there will be no viewing, it is suggested that those attending the service meet at the Petersburg location of J.T. Morriss and Son Funeral Home, 103 S. Adams Street, where a procession to Blandford Cemetery will begin at 10:30 am. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Fauquier County SPCA or to the Alzheimer’s Association, Greater Richmond Chapter. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com.

Frank Alexander Watkins Frank Alexander Watkins passed away December 11, 2018 at the Sandy Springs Veterans Rehabilitation in Luray Virginia. Frank was born January 5, 1922 in Leesburg, Virginia. Interment services was held Tuesday March 4, 2019 time of service 2:00 p.m. at Arlington National Cemetery, Grant Drive, Arlington, VA 22211 Arrangements by: LYLES FUNERAL SERVICE, Serving N. Virginia. Eric S. Lyles, Director. Lic. VA/MD/DC. 800-388-1913.

Kelly Creel Graveside Service for Kelly Creel will be on Saturday, March 9 at 1:00 PM at Warrenton Cemetery. Call Moser Funeral Home for further information.

Mildred Gertrude Womack Mildred Gertrude Womack, 77, of Manassas, Virginia, passed February 25, 2019. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, March 5, 2019, 11:00 am, at Community Baptist Church, 10112 Community Drive, Fairfax Station, Virginia, 22039. Online condolences can be given at www.joynesfuneralhome.com

LASTING IMAGES At a time when we can take a picture of anyone, anywhere, at any time, it’s interesting to note that our 19th-century forebears were just beginning to discover photography. The earliest form of photography was the “daguerreotype,” which required subjects to sit perfectly still for 60 to 90 seconds while their images formed on a highly polished silver surface. This process was time-consuming and also quite expensive. However, for families with a deceased member, it was the only way to capture a permanent image of their loved one. Post-mortem photography involved propping up the formally dressed deceased in a chair surrounded by his or her loving family. While the technology has changed, the sentiment has not. A funeral is a time of sharing good memories and experiences with family and friends. It is a time when respect, concern, and appreciation for a life that has been lived can be expressed in a sincere manner. If you are interested in learning more about the services MOSER FUNERAL HOME offers, please call (540) 347-3431. We invite you to tour our facility at 233 Broadview Ave., Warrenton. Ask us about our BRIGHT VIEW CEMETERY, just outside of Warrenton. “God gave us memory so that we might have roses in December.” – James M. Barrie

Jacqueline “Jackie” Buchanan Huffman Jacqueline “Jackie” Buchanan Huffman 78, Beloved wife, loving and loved matriarch, retired secretary for Fairfax County Police, and retired secretary of Manassas Baptist Church passed away at home in Nokesville, Virginia on March 3rd, 2019. Jackie fought a long courageous battle against Multiple Myeloma cancer. Daughter of the late Amy E. Mullins and late Earl G. Buchanan, Jackie is survived by her husband of just under sixty years Duane S. Huffman, daughters Amy Maloney, and Ann Patton, and son Mark Huffman. Loving Sister of Phyllis Rust and Steve Buchanan Grandmother “Granny” of Jack Patton, Morgan Maloney, Jessie Jenkins, Amy Patton, Collin Maloney, and Haley Huffman. Great Grandmother of Lexi Jenkins, Camden Jenkins, Riley Spicer, and Mason Jenkins Viewing to be held on Wednesday March 6, 2019 between the hours 3-5pm and 6-8pm at Moser Funeral Home, 233 Broadview Avenue, Warrenton, VA 20186, 800-647-0557 Funeral to be held on Thursday March 7, at 11:00am, Manassas Baptist Church, 8730 Sudley Road, Manassas, VA 20110

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FAUQUIER COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING AND PUBLIC HEARINGS The Fauquier County Board of Supervisors will hold a work session at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 14, 2019, in the Warren Green Meeting Room at 10 Hotel Street in Warrenton, Virginia, and will hold its regular meeting at 6:30 p.m. in the same location, to be followed by a public hearing on the following items: 1. FAUQUIER COUNTY CODE AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 8, ARTICLE XVI - A public hearing to obtain citizen input on the adoption of an ordinance within Article XVI of Chapter 8 of the Fauquier County Code to create a tax exemption for the entire amount of real estate tax attributable to the existence of certain solar energy equipment, facilities or devices installed on such real estate for a period of five years. (Tracy A. Gallehr, Deputy County Attorney, Staff) 2. AMENDMENT TO FEE SCHEDULE – A public hearing to consider a resolution revising the Department of Community Development’s fee schedule related to telecommunications facilities (Andrew Hopewell, Staff) 3. ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT AMENDMENT TEXT-18-008783 – A Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment to Articles 3, 5, 7 and 15 related to sewer and water provisions. (Heather Jenkins, Staff) 4. SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE TEXT AMENDMENT TEXT-18-008784 – A Subdivision Ordinance Text Amendment to Sections 2 and 4 related to sewer and water provisions. (Heather Jenkins, Staff) 5. ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT AMENDMENT TEXT-18-010196 – A Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment to Article 11 related to Wireless Telecommunications Facilities. (Andrew Hopewell, Staff) 6. REZONING REZN-18-009938, CATLETT INVESTMENT, LLC (OWNER / APPLICANT) – GASKINS LANE REZONING – An application to rezone approximately 10.89 acres with proffers from Commercial Neighborhood (C-1) to Industrial Park (I-1). The property is located at 3131 Gaskins Lane, Cedar Run District. (PIN 7922-93-8736-000) (Josh Frederick, Staff) 7. SPECIAL EXCEPTION SPEX-18-009986, THE CLIFTON INSTITUTE, INC. (OWNER / APPLICANT) – THE CLIFTON INSTITUTE – An application for two Category 5 Special Exceptions to allow the operation of an indoor/ outdoor technical school and a Category 13 Special Exception to allow a business or professional office with six or less employees. The properties are located at 6500 Blantyre Road and 6712 Blantyre Road, Scott District. (PIN 6986-18-3518-000, 6976-98-5890-000, 6987-22-2330-000, 6986-28-5760-000, 6986-38-1571-000, 6986-48-5451-000, and 6987-40-8953-000) (Kara Krantz, Staff) 8. SPECIAL EXCEPTION SPEX-19-010483, MARK S. & ANGELA S. SMITH (OWNERS)/FAUQUIER HEALTH FOUNDATION d/b/a PATH FOUNDATION (APPLICANT) – WELLNESS RETREAT AT TWIN OAKS SEWAGE TREATMENT FACILITY – An application for a Category 20 Special Exception to allow a belowground sewage treatment facility. The property is located at 6791 James Madison Highway, Center District. (PIN 6975-99-1300-000) (Josh Frederick, Staff) Copies of the above files (except as noted) are available for review in the County Administrator’s Office, 10 Hotel Street, Warrenton, Virginia, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Any interested parties wishing to be heard on any of the above are requested to be present at the public hearing or send written comments prior to March 14, 2019, to the County Administrator’s Office. 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 Renée Culbertson, Deputy Municipal Clerk, at (540) 422-8020.

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NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING Notice is hereby given that the Town Council of the Town of Warrenton will hold its Regular Meeting on Tuesday, March 12, 2019 at 7:00 PM in the Warrenton Town Hall Council Chambers (First Floor) located at 18 Court Street, Warrenton, Virginia. There are no scheduled Public Hearings. The Town of Warrenton does not discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in admission or access to its programs and activities. Town Hall meeting facilities are fully accessible. Any special accommodations can be made upon request 48 hours prior to the meeting. A copy of the ordinance is available for review at the Town’s Administrative Offices, 18 Court Street, and can be examined by those interested Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Elizabeth A. Gillie Town Clerk

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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE FAUQUIER COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MARCH 21, 2019 The Fauquier County Planning Commission will hold a work session beginning at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 21, 2019 in the Warren Green Building, First Floor Meeting Room, 10 Hotel Street, Warrenton, Virginia. The Fauquier County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the following items at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 21, 2019 in the Warren Green Building, First Floor Meeting Room, 10 Hotel Street, Warrenton, Virginia: 1. ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT AMENDMENT – TEXT-19-010591 – A Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment to Article 4 Part 6 related to Veterinary Clinics and accessory kennels in the Planned Commercial Industrial Development (PCID) District. (Amy Rogers, Staff) 2. SPECIAL EXCEPTION – SPEX-19-010598 – JEREMY M. & CAROLYN K. HODGE (OWNERS)/DOMINION SOIL SCIENCE, INC. (APPLICANT) – COPPER FOX LANE PROPERTY – An application for a Category 20 Special Exception to allow a private individual sewage treatment system that discharges into a drainageway. The property is located at 10238 Copper Fox Lane, Cedar Run District. (PIN 6980-97-5249-000) (Ben Holt, Staff) 3. SPECIAL EXCEPTION – SPEX-19-010607 – GREAT MARSH PLACE, LLC (OWNER/APPLICANT) – GREAT MARSH ESTATE – An application for a Category 9 Special Exception to host Class C Events and a Category 3 Special Permit to operate a Tourist Home. The property is located at 6105 Great Marsh Place, Lee District. (PIN 6990-50-4480-000) (Kara Krantz, Staff) Staff reports for all items will be available online at agenda.fauquiercounty.gov approximately one week prior to the public hearing. Copies of the full text of the proposed Fauquier County Zoning Ordinance text amendments may be examined in the Department of Community Developmentʼs Zoning Office at 29 Ashby Street, Suite 310, Warrenton, Virginia between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. To review files on all other items, please visit the Department of Community Developmentʼs Planning Office at 10 Hotel Street, Suite 305, Warrenton, Virginia between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Fauquier County does not discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in admission or access to its programs and activities. Accommodations will be made for handicapped persons upon prior request. Citizens requiring reasonable accommodation for disabilities should contact Fran Williams, Administrative Manager, at (540) 422-8210

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LEGALS CLASSIFIEDS@FAUQUIER.COM TRUSTEE’S SALE 7134 Kenthurst Lane The Plains, VA 20198 In execution of the Deed of Trust dated November 30, 2006 and recorded on December 12, 2006 in Book 1245 at Page 259 of Fauquier County land records, Trustee Services of Virginia, LLC, the appointed Substitute Trustee, will offer for sale at public auction on the front steps of the Fauquier County Courthouse located at 40 Culpeper Street, Warrenton, Virginia on March 26, 2019 at 3:00 PM the property more particularly described in the aforementioned Deed of Trust, located at the property address listed below and briefly identified as follows: ALL that certain lot or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in Scott Magisterial District, Fauquier County, Virginia. designated as Lot 8, KENTHURST SUBDIVISION, as duly platted and recorded in Deed Book 902 at page 650, in the Clerk’s Office of the Circuit Court of Fauquier County, Virginia. Tax No.: 6987285860000 Property address: 7134 Kenthurst Lane, The Plains, VA 20198 The property will be sold “AS IS,” WITHOUT REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND AND SUBJECT TO conditions, covenants, restrictions, reservations, easements, rights of way, and all other matters of record taking priority over the Deed of Trust, if any, as might be listed in this notice or may be announced at the sale. The property is further sold subject to a deed of trust dated 12/06/2006 and recorded 12/07/2006 in Deed Book 1244, at Page 1515 among the said county/city land records and to all other prior liens and encumbrances of record. TERMS OF SALE: A non-refundable bidder’s deposit of $19,500.00 or 10% of the sale price, whichever is less, by cashier’s or certified check required at time of sale, except for the party secured by the Deed of Trust. Risk of loss is on the purchaser from date and time of auction. Balance of the purchase price must be paid by cashier’s check within 14 days from sale date. Except for Virginia Grantor tax, all settlement costs and expenses are purchaser’s responsibility. Taxes are pro-rated to the date of sale. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining possession of the property. If purchaser defaults, deposit may be forfeited and property resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser who shall be liable for any deficiency in the purchase price and all costs, expenses, and attorney’s fees of both sales. If Trustee does not convey title for any reason, purchaser’s sole remedy is return of deposit without interest. This sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan secured by the Deed of Trust including but not limited to determining whether prior to sale a forbearance, repayment, or other agreement was entered into, the loan was reinstated or paid off, or whether the property became subject to an automatic stay under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code prior to the sale; in any such event this sale shall be null and void and purchaser’s sole remedy shall be return of deposit without interest. Pursuant to the Federal Fair Debt Collections Practices Act, this law firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. (19-01561) FOR INFORMATION CONTACT: BROCK & SCOTT, PLLC (Attorney for TRUSTEE SERVICES OF VIRGINIA, LLC) 484 Viking Drive, Suite 203 Virginia Beach, VA 23452 (757)213-2959

Full name(s) of owner(s): EARTH GLAZE & FIRE LLC Trading as: Earth, Glaze & Fire 80 Main Street, Warrenton, Fauquier, Virginia 20186-3332 The above establishment is applying to the VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL for a Art Instruction Studio license to sell or manufacture alcoholic beverages. Katherine Schwarz, Member Note: Objections to the issuance of this license must be submitted to ABC no later than 30 days from the publishing date of the first of two required newspaper legal notices. Objections should be registered at www.abc.virginia.gov or 800-552-3200.

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE A Public Hearing will be held by the Town of The Plains, Virginia Town Council on March 18, 2019 at 7:00 P.M. in the second floor meeting room of The Plains Fire Department, 4260 Loudoun Avenue, The Plains, VA to consider the revocation of the Special Use Permit for: KENNETH SHERMAN/PEYTON SLADE SPECIAL USE PERMIT (SUP) ACCESSORY APARTMENTS; 6484 Main Street, The Plains, Virginia 20198; Tax Map ID Number: 6989-97-6915-000; Special Use Permit (SUP) accessory apartments in the existing buildings located on the property. The property is listed in the Fauquier County, Virginia Real Estate on-line records as: SHERMAN SLADE, LLC 6484 Main Street, The Plains, Virginia 20198, Tax Map ID #6989-97-6915-000. A copy of information regarding this matter is available for review during the regular business hours at the Fauquier County Library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall, VA or by contacting the Town of The Plains, PO Box 104, The Plains, VA 20198, Phone/Fax (540-364-4945). The Town of The Plains does not discriminate on basis of handicapped status in an issue of access to its programs and activities. Accommodations will be made for handicapped persons upon prior request. Nancy E. Brady, Clerk/Treasurer

PUBLIC NOTICE REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL TOWN OF WARRENTON, VIRGINIA Sealed proposals will be accepted until March 28, 2019 at 4:00 PM to provide the following: RFP 19-013 Engineering & Construction Services – Solar Conversion of Warrenton Public Safety Facility Copies of the Request for Proposal are available in the above office, by calling (540) 347-6574, by emailing jmiller@warrentonva.gov or by visiting the website: www. warrentonva.gov. A non-mandatory pre-proposal site/ building meeting will be held 10:00 a.m. March 14, 2019 at Town Public Safety Building located at 333 Carriage House Lane in the Town. The Town through its duly adopted policy may reject any or all proposals and waive all informalities. All contracts are awarded by the Town Manager. In the event the Town Manager rejects all proposals, the Town may readvertise or make the purchase on the open market in conformance with state code and established Town procedures. The Town of Warrenton 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.

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In execution of a Deed of Trust in the original principal amount of $304,000.00, dated May 25, 2006, recorded among the land records of the Circuit Court for Fauquier County on May 26, 2006, as Instrument Number 2006-0000826, in Deed Book 1217, at Page 2070-2085, the undersigned appointed Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at public auction, at the main entrance of the courthouse for the Circuit Court of Fauquier County, 40 Culpeper St, Warrenton, VA on March 22, 2019 at 1:00 PM, the property described in said deed of trust, located at the above address and briefly described as: BEGINNING AT A POINT IN THE CENTERLINE OF VIRGINIA ROUTE 663, CORNER TO WILLIAM EMBREY, THENCE WITH THE CENTER OF VIRGINIA ROUTE 663 AS FOLLOWS S 89 DEGREES 52 MINUTES 45 SECONDS W 200.00 FEET TO A PONIT, N 85 DEGREES 35 MINUTES 15 SECONDS W 200.00 FEET TO A POINT AND S 83 DEGREES 42 MINUTES 40 SECONDS W 111.60 FEET TO A POINT CORNER TO RESIDUE TO SMITH, THENCE WITH THE RESIDUE OF SMITH N 15 DEGREES 08 MINUTES 20 SECONDS W 135.20 FEET TO AN IRON ROD IN THE LINE OF HUMPHRE, THENCE WITH HUMPHREY N 65 DEGREES 11 MINUTES 05 SECONDS E 412.50 FEET TO AN IRON ROD CORNER TO WILLIAM EMBREY, THENCE WITH EMBREY, S 28 DEGREES 33 MINUTES 50 SECONDS E 356.70 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING AND CONTAINING 2.01 ACRES, MORE OR LESS. Tax ID: 6990-26-5847-000. TERMS OF SALE: ALL CASH. A bidder’s deposit of $12,000.00 or 10% of the sale price, whichever is lower, will be required in the form of a certified or cashier’s check. Cash will not be accepted as a deposit. Settlement within fifteen (15) days of sale, otherwise Trustee may forfeit deposit. Additional terms to be announced at sale. This is a communication from a debt collector. This notice is an attempt to collect on a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. (Trustee # 534133) Substitute Trustee: ALG Trustee, LLC, C/O Orlans PC PO Box 2548, Leesburg, VA 20177, (703) 777-7101, website: http://www.orlans.com Towne #: 5000.2071

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CLASSIFIEDS@FAUQUIER.COM V I R G I N I A: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF FAUQUIER COUNTY KIMBERLY VANDEMARK MORALES, Plaintiff vs. CASE NO.CL19-90 RUBEN MORALES HERNANDEZ, Defendant ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this cause is for the Plaintiff to obtain a divorce from the Defendant pursuant to §20-91(6), Code of Virginia (1950) as amended. An Affidavit having been filed that diligence has been used by the Plaintiff to ascertain the location of the Defendant but was without effect; and, IT IS ORDERED that the Defendant appear before the Clerk’s Office located at 29 Ashby St. Warrenton, VA, on or before the 3rd day of May 2019, at 4:30 pm to protect his interests in this suit, and it is further ORDERED that this Order be published once a week for four (4) consecutive weeks in the Times Democrat, a newspaper having general circulation in the County of Fauquier, Commonwealth of Virginia. ENTERED this 21st day of February 2019 Jeffrey W. Parker, JUDGE I ASK FOR THIS: Jere M. H. Willis, III Counsel for Plaintiff Gayheart & Willis, P.C. 142 E. Davis Street, Suite 100 Culpeper, Virginia 22701 Phone (540) 825-3200 VSB No. 24268

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REVENUE BOND FINANCING BY THE VIRGINIA RESOURCES AUTHORITY Notice is hereby given that the Virginia Resources Authority (“VRA”) will hold a public hearing for purposes of Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the “Tax Code”), on the application of the County of Fauquier, Virginia (the “County”), the address of which is the Warren Green Building, 10 Hotel Street, Warrenton, Virginia 20186, requesting VRA to issue up to $8,055,000 of its revenue bonds in one or more series pursuant to a plan of finance and to apply the proceeds thereof to refinance two existing United States Department of Agriculture promissory notes that previously financed the design, acquisition, construction and equipping of (i) the approximately 21,320 square foot Catlett Fire Station and related facilities to be located at 3447 Catlett Road, Catlett, Virginia 20119 (the “Catlett Fire Station”) and (ii) the approximately 26,168 square foot Remington Fire Station and related facilities located at 200 E. Marshall Street, Remington, Virginia 22734 (the “Remington Fire Station”). Up to $4,465,000 of the above-referenced revenue bonds will be issued to refinance the design, acquisition, construction and equipping of the Catlett Fire Station and up to $3,590,000 of such revenue bonds will be issued to refinance the design, acquisition, construction and equipping of the Remington Fire Station. The Catlett Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company, Inc. is the initial owner of the Catlett Fire Station and operates the facility on a day-to-day basis. The Remington Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department, Inc. is the initial owner of the Remington Fire Station and operates the facility on a day-to-day basis. The Catlett Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company, Inc. and the Remington Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department, Inc. have each represented that they are exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Tax Code. The public hearing, which may be continued or adjourned, will be held commencing at 10:00 o’clock a.m. on Tuesday, March 19, 2019, before the Executive Director of VRA, in VRA’s Conference Room in VRA’s offices at 1111 East Main Street, Suite 1920, Richmond, Virginia 23219. Any person interested in the issuance of the bonds or the location or the nature of the proposed project may appear at the hearing and present his or her views. Virginia Resources Authority Stephanie L. Hamlett Executive Director

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Girasole a family-owned & operated fine dining restaurant, in The Plains, Virginia Upscale dining work exp. is preferred. Ideal candidate will be motivated, professional, collegial, hardworking & will see a future for their self in our small business. Competitive salary, based on experience. Candidate must be available 5 days/week (including Fri, Sat, & Suns); a team player who works well in a small kitchen, exp´d in the kitchen, & a passion for food Send a resume with cover letter detailing your exp & why you would be a great addition to our team to: info@ girasoleva.com.

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

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