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A public hearing on a proposed ordinance addressing “organized public gatherings” in Warrenton will be held in June.

Southeastern Alternative School graduates 13 seniors

Warrenton Town Council considers regulations for events in public spaces

By Coy Ferrell

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

Graduation ceremonies at Southeastern Alternative School are intensely personal — just like the education students receive there. There are no lines of seniors in robes and mortarboard processing to grandiose music. Instead, there are a few families and teachers gathered to tell stories about how each student — in their unique way — overcame obstacles to stand in front of the room as a member of the graduating class of 2022 on Friday, May 13.

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Southeastern Alternative School physical education teacher Christine Allen congratulates graduating senior Corey Wheeler.

Prospect of overhead transmission lines through New Baltimore sparks backlash

By Coy Ferrell

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

County supervisors held a tense work session with representatives of Dominion Energy last week as the power company continues to explore routing options for new transmission lines to service a proposed Amazon Web Services data center in Warrenton. One option would route the 230 kV transmission lines underground from an existing substation on Meetze Road to a new substation on Blackwell Road. But another option would route the new lines overhead from a substation east of Vint Hill to the Blackwell Road site — a possibility that has sparked consternation among supervisors.

See DOMINION, page 7

A proposed ordinance that the Warrenton Town Council will consider next month would require prior approval from town staff for future “organized public gatherings” held in public spaces like sidewalks, streets and parks. It is the culmination of a process that began before the pandemic to ensure that events impacting town resources are properly reviewed.

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Rare trumpeter swans spotted locally late into spring

By Cher Muzyk

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

On Saturday, April 30, birding expert Dave Larsen raced over to Regency Golf Course in Haymarket after receiving a text message from a neighbor saying he’d seen swans while golfing that afternoon. When he arrived, Larsen was surprised to find three huge, white trumpeter swans meandering around the seventh hole.

It was an unexpected find for Larsen because trumpeter swans are a rare sight locally, especially in the spring.

To the delight of many visitors, the majestic birds have been seen consistently in the wetland area at Leopold’s Preserve in Haymarket over the last few months. Birders Davis Chewning and Stephon Sterns saw 10 trumpeters at Leopold’s on April 19; it was noted on eBird, a tool anyone can use to log their bird observations.

Manassas resident Jim Ward photographed the trumpeters both in flight and in the water at Leopold’s back on Feb. 27, the first time he visited the preserve. “The swans were really a nice surprise. I don’t see many and that was by far my best opportunity to get decent photos.”

Ward said he spends a lot of time at the boardwalk at Neabsco Regional Park and also Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge photographing birds. He said he will probably go back to Leopold’s to see the trumpeters again if they stick around.

“I wonder if there might be some chicks in the future,” he said.

Larsen was surprised the trumpeters found their way to the Regency Golf Course because he thought that they’d already be on their migration journey north.

Back from the brink

Trumpeter swans were plentiful in Virginia waters during colonial times, according to the Virginia Natural History Society. Described as both astute and wary, the graceful birds were documented wintering in the Occoquan Bay in huge flocks of 200 or 300 in the early 1800s.

While trumpeter swans once widely bred across North America from central Alaska all the way to the East Coast, they were nearly exterminated in the lower 48 states prior to 1900 due to commercial trapping for their skin and feathers, subsistence hunting and habitat loss.

Since then, due to intense conservation efforts, populations have recovered in many places. The Alaska Department of Fish and Game reports that trumpeter swan eggs have been sent to several Midwestern states to support restoration programs in areas where trumpeters have not been seen in 100 years.

Local conservation efforts are the legacy of the late William (Bill) Sladen, a scientist and conservationist who worked for the last years of his life to establish a local population of trumpeter swans at Airl-

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A pair of trumpeter swans, which rarely stay this far south during the spring, were spotted in a pond at Leopold’s Preserve in Broad Run. ie Conference Center in Warrenton.

After retiring from a teaching career at Johns Hopkins University, Sladen moved to Fauquier County in 1990 where he studied migratory patterns of trumpeter swans and attempted to restore the birds to their traditional East Coast wintering grounds until his death in 2017.

Larsen said all of Sladen’s trumpeter swans were tagged with numbered neck collars. But since his death, capture and tagging of nestlings has not been done consistently, and some may have wandered out to nearby ponds in western Prince William and perhaps some of them are now also breeding, Larsen said.

How to spot and identify trumpeter swans

Even seasoned birders have trouble telling the difference between types of swans. In fact, Leopold initially misidentified its visiting trumpeter swans as the more common tundra swans in a Facebook post in February.

Hundreds of tundra swans winter along the Virginia shore of the Potomac. Tundra swans breed in the Canadian and Alaskan tundra then migrate mostly to the West Coast with a substantial subpopulation travelling to the mid-Atlantic including the Chesapeake Bay, Larsen said.

The trumpeter swan is a huge, snow-white bird, the largest of the native waterfowl in North America.

Males weigh in around 28 pounds and females at 22 pounds. They measure about 4 feet tall with spectacular 7-foot wingspans. Tundra swans are much smaller.

Trumpeters have straight, jetblack beaks off their foreheads with no yellow. Comparatively, tundra swans have a yellow marking at the base of their bills. The telltale sign is the unique sound of the trumpeter’s call. “All About Birds” describes their call as a “deep, trumpeting “oh-OH” call, with the second syllable emphasized.” It can be heard here: https://www.allaboutbirds.org/ guide/Trumpeter_Swan/sounds.

Two trumpeter swans fly over Leopold’s Preserve in Broad Run. Larsen thought that he’d seen the trumpeters for the last time this year at Leopold’s on April 23. But the trumpeters continue to surprise him.

Larsen said he is doubtful the trumpeters will stay in Prince William County for the summer.

“Trumpeters often use beaver ponds for nesting, and I think Leopold’s qualifies as a suitable location,”

he said, noting he has not observed any signs of the trumpeters nesting.

“If there was any sign of nest building, I think we would have seen it,” he said.

More information about Leopold’s Preserve may be found at www.leopoldspreserve.com/.

Reach Cher Muzyk at cmuzyk@ fauquier.com

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Warrenton Town Council votes to lower real estate tax rate as budget talks continue

By Coy Ferrell

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

Members of the Warrenton Town Council voted unanimously May 10 to lower the town’s real estate tax rate this year to 4 cents per $100 of assessed value, one-fifth lower than last year’s rate. The decision eliminates $156,000 in revenue from the draft fiscal year 2023 budget, which is scheduled to be finalized by mid-June and will take effect July 1.

Council members did not discuss what spending items could be cut — or revenue increased — to make up for the reduction in revenue. A work session on the budget is scheduled for Wednesday, May 18.

Last month, the Fauquier County Board of Supervisors voted to lower the county’s real estate tax rate — which town real estate owners also pay — by 9 cents to 90.3 cents. Both the town and county decisions were driven by rising values of real estate, and the corresponding concern that increased tax bills, even with flat or reduced rates, could be too great a burden on county residents amid high inflation.

Real estate in the county is reassessed every four years, and last year’s reassessment found that the market value of real estate had risen by more than 20% in both the town and county since 2017.

Still, keeping Warrenton’s real estate tax rate flat at 5 cents — already an historic low — would have increased the average homeowner’s tax bill by just $3 per month.

The meals tax, however, is the largest single source of general fund revenue for the town, and a proposed increase in that tax from 4% to 6% would raise an additional $1.5 million this year.

County supervisors adopted a 6% meals tax last for businesses outside town limits.

Overall, the draft FY 2023 Warrenton budget would increase general fund expenditures from $16.3 million to $18.2 million, largely driven by personnel costs. Total expenditures would increase from $26.5 million to $32.4 million, in part to address what town official say are long-neglected maintenance issues in the town’s water and sewer infrastructure.

At stake for town employees are 5% cost-of-living raises in the proposed budget, along with additional merit-based raises of up to 2%. The proposed budget would also fund a “hazardous duty supplement” to first responders’ retirement funds, along with adding about six full-time-equivalent positions to the town payroll, including a police sergeant.

Only two people — both former town councilmen — spoke at a public hearing on the budget May 10. Alec Burnett, now president of the Fauquier Chamber of Commerce, emphasized that restaurants had concerns that the proposed increase to the meals tax would drive some customers away at a time when food services businesses are still recovering from the pandemic. David Norden expressed opposition to any effective increase to business or personal tax bills, arguing that the town council should cut spending.

First Fridays will return to Old Town Warrenton next month First Fridays will return to Old Town Warrenton beginning next month after the town council approved an application for the event. The revived event will be held on Main Street from Third to Fifth streets and will take place June 3, July 8, Aug. 5 and Oct. 7 from 6 to 9 p.m.

Experience Old Town Warrenton and Allegro Community School of the Arts are sponsoring the event. An EOTW press released explained that the First Fridays this year will feature “major changes” from years past, including making the west portion of Main Street open to pedestrians only during the event.

The changes are intended to “focus the energy of First Fridays on our merchant community rather than out-of-town vendors.”

Vendors will be “community-focused organizations in the area and activities-based,” the press release said.

More details will soon be released at oldtownwarrenton.org.

Allegro Block Party

The Warrenton Town Council also approved an application from Allegro to host a “block party” on Culpeper and Court streets on Saturday, Sept. 17 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. The 21-andover event will feature a live band on stage, plus catered food and alcohol. More details will be released at allegrocsa.org.

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The PATH Foundation has announced grants totaling $1.2 million for 38 nonprofits in the region, including 13 organizations based in Fauquier County. The grants are part of PATH’s “flexible funding” awards designed to assist “a variety of projects, prioritizing organizations and populations that are most in need.”

Organizations based in Fauquier County received a total of $467,500.

The grantees were chosen to advance missions in PATH’s four priority areas — access to health, childhood wellness, mental health and senior services — according to a press release.

“Our hope is that, through their efforts and collaboration, our community will continue to be a place where all of us can live, work, play and grow,” said PATH president and CEO Christy Connolly in the press release.

Originally called the Fauquier Health Foundation, PATH received its capital funding as part of the

Fauquier-based grantees

Afro-American Historical Association of Fauquier County, $50,000 Boys and Girls Club of Fauquier, $50,000 Fauquier Community Child Care, $50,000 Fauquier Community Theatre, $25,000 Fauquier County 4-H, $20,000 Fauquier Family Shelter Services, $50,000 Fauquier FISH, $50,000 Learning Starts Early, $7,500 People Helping People, $50,000 Piedmont Dispute Resolution Center, $20,000 Remington United Methodist Church, $15,000 The Plains Park Authority, $50,000 2013 deal in which Tennessee-based LifePoint Hospitals purchased Fauquier Health, which had until then been a nonprofit hospital.

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Black Lives Matter vigils in Warrenton reach milestone, vow to continue

By Colleen LaMay

Special to Fauquier Times

Saturday was the 100th Black Lives Matter Vigil for Action at Courthouse Square in Warrenton, but despite the milestone, no one among the 100 or so people present thought it was time for the vigils to start winding down.

The protests began on Main Street after police killed George Floyd in Minneapolis in May 2020.

They have continued at 10 a.m. every Saturday, under rain, sun, or snow. The number of protesters has ranged from fewer than a dozen to more than 100. During the worst of COVID, fewer folks attended, but the numbers rebounded when the pandemic receded again.

The vigils will stop “when we don’t have a problem with racism anymore, which means we are going to be here forever,” said Mary Haak, a community activist who was talking with the Rev. Vini Holland, senior pastor at Shiloh Baptist Church in Woodville and associate pastor at First Baptist Church, a few steps away from Courthouse Square.

As they spoke, cars drove past, some honking at the line of single-spaced Black Lives Matter protesters standing side by side along the sidewalk and in the grass around the John Barton Payne building. The protesters and their signs ran the length of the block.

A small counterprotest across the street, at the bottom of the courthouse steps, drew about eight people. One of them was Ken Comin-

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Local residents participating in the Black Lives Matter vigils on Main Street say that their work is not yet done. sky, a military veteran who said he was there because “all lives matter.”

He carried a sign with a picture of two slain police officers, one Black and one white.

None of the Black Lives Matter protests disputed Cominsky’s words.

They said they just wanted Black lives to matter as much as white lives.

Holland has seen change in the hearts of Warrenton residents since the vigils began. “I love seeing my neighbors — friends now — care enough to say ‘Vini, black lives matter.’ They’re saying, ‘I couldn’t say it 20 years ago, but I can say it now.

Enough is enough.”’

More work remains, Holland

said, especially with the midterm elections coming and beyond those, another presidential election. “It is going to take a while because hearts have to change,” he said.

Membership in the Fauquier County chapter of the NAACP has increased 30% to 40% since the vigils started, a sign that more people are aware of the need to fight racism, said Mary Haak, a member of the civil-rights organization and a regular at the vigils.

“I think we’ve made people aware that they need to rethink some of their assumptions, and I also think we have seriously heartened many of our Black neighbors,” said Barbara

Amster, who was at the vigil with two of her grandchildren, Alyssa and Aspen.

“What I first noticed when we started, I had never seen so many African Americans in downtown Warrenton,” Amster said. “People were driving through to see us, and they were bringing their children, and they were pointing and starting discussions, so we not only heartened each other, but we heartened people who thought nobody was their advocate.”

Scott Christian of Marshall was in the crowd holding signs that read “Black Lives Matter,” “Learn The History” and “Join Us.” One hand-lettered sign read, “Fauquier Schools Didn’t Integrate Until 1969” with #KnowTheHistory” in smaller letters underneath.

Christian said he’d like to see a local commission to study the real story of Black and white people in Fauquier County. “Right now, it sadly reflects the national level in terms of economic opportunity, health care. By all of the factors measured, Black Americans typically suffer disproportionately,” he said.

“I am not sure when it will change, but this is the moment to stick with it and pursue it and just not let it be another historical flash in the pan,” he said.

“The inequality still exists and has persisted over the years,” Don Patrick said. “The playing field hasn’t been equal for a long time,” he said. “Is it getting better? Sure, but we have a long way to go.”

Warrenton Town Council considers regulations for events in public spaces ORDINANCE, from page 1 If adopted, the ordinance would require a special event permit for any “sidewalk gathering” of more than 15 people and “parades, street closings or park gatherings” of more than 200 people. The town would consequently be able to grant permits based on applications submitted in advance and, in some cases, an applicant’s public safety plan. The change would also codify limitations on when and where planned gatherings would be allowed to take place.

The proposal, according to a staff report presented to the council at a May 10 work session, is designed to balance the public’s constitutional rights to free speech and assembly with public safety and the operation of government by “providing reasonable, content-neutral and narrowly tailored time, place and manner restrictions.”

The town attorney and town staffers drafted the proposed ordinance along with a special events ad hoc committee consisting of Mayor Carter Nevill, Councilman Renard Carlos (At-large), representatives from Fauquier Chamber of Commerce and Experience Old Town Warrenton, local business owners and religious leaders.

“We’ve never had an ordinance on special events” in Warrenton, but it’s something that most jurisdictions have, said Warrenton Police Chief Mike Kochis, who chairs the special events committee. Warrenton’s ordinance, he said, would mimic ones already in place in Manassas and

Culpeper. “It just lays out ground rules – not only for the public but also for the government.”

Town council members expressed support for the ordinance and decided to remand the proposal to the special events committee to create a final version. Nevill indicated that the council would vote on adopting the ordinance after a public hearing in June.

“I think it’s a great step in the right direction,” said Carlos.

The draft ordinance would allow the town to deny an event permit if a public gathering “will present an unreasonable danger to the public health or safety” or if the gathering “cannot reasonably be accommodated in the particular location applied for.” In the latter case, however, the town “shall suggest an alternative location, if one exists, that would not pose such unreasonable risks.”

Any parades or street closures that would “unreasonably interfere” with pedestrian or motor vehicle traffic, particularly on major roads necessary for emergency services, would also be barred. Certain events, like those that would require street closures, would need to have a public safety plan approved by the town’s police chief.

“Prohibited activities” outlined in the ordinance include carrying signs larger than three feet by two feet and the use of sound amplification equipment – unless “expressly permitted by a public safety plan.”

Right to protest

Town Attorney Martin Crim said that federal courts “recognize that you can balance the needs of the public, for their free speech rights, free assembly rights and their freedom to petition the government in redress of grievances, with public safety.” The legal standard, he said, requires the town to create “reasonable restrictions” that are “content-neutral,” meaning that religion or political ideology cannot affect consideration.

Crim further emphasized that the ordinance couldn’t be used to ban protesting outright. “The courts are always going to come down on the side of free speech, so you need to leave open ample alternatives for expression,” he explained. “You can’t just say, ‘We’re only going to allow demonstrations in this one little part of the town.’ That would be unconstitutional.”

Multiple council members questioned whether the ordinance would impact the weekly Black Lives Matter vigil, which has brought demonstrators to downtown Warrenton every Saturday for nearly two years. But Kochis said emphatically that the vigil was “protected speech,” that wouldn’t be affected. Crim likewise assured that the vigil would “absolutely” still be allowed.

If the ordinance is adopted, he elaborated after the meeting, vigil organizers would be required to apply for a permit every seven weeks. The draft ordinance includes several provisions for staff to deny or revoke permits, including where there is “unreasonable interference with planned town activities.”

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Possible overhead transmission lines through New Baltimore spark backlash DOMINION, from page 1

Community meetings

Supervisor Holder Trumbo (Scott District), who represents the New Baltimore area, grilled Dominion representatives May 12 on the possibility that overhead transmission lines could be built through the suburban areas around Vint Hill and New Baltimore without sufficient input from the people who live there. “Can you imagine what someone who lives in this area who is watching this discussion is feeling right now?” Trumbo told Dominion’s Steven Precker during a particularly tense moment. “They are feeling that we’re just going to get this stuff run over us.”

Trumbo pointed out that, while there are underground options on the table if the company moves forward with the Meetze Road-Blackwell Road connection, there are no underground options being considered for the alternative route, from Prince William County through New Baltimore. And, he claimed, residents of the New Baltimore area haven’t had a sufficient chance to air their concerns about that route.

Precker tried to reassure skeptical supervisors that the company plans more outreach to residents who could be affected by the potential routes — and to residents and homeowners’ associations in New Baltimore in particular — claiming it was “certainly not the intention” of the company to exclude residents of any particular area from the process.

Supervisor Rick Gerhardt (Cedar Run District) went a step further. He told Precker that if Dominion moves forward with overhead lines that are disruptive to neighborhoods or to natural resources, it could jeopardize the approval of data centers in the future — data centers that are major customers of the power company. “If there’s one thing that makes this county unique, it’s citizens care about open space, viewsheds, things of that nature,” Ger-

Dominion Energy currently has two openhouse events scheduled for residents to ask questions about the proposed transmission lines.

Dominion representatives said that more will be held before this fall.

The first open house will be held Wednesday, June 22 from 4 to 7 p.m. in the Vint Hill/New Baltimore area, although Dominion has not yet determined a location for the meeting.

The second will be held, Thursday, June 23 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Fauquier County Fairgrounds, 6209 Old Auburn Road in Warrenton.

Updates about the project can be found at dominionenergy.com/blackwellroad. hardt said. “If you don’t do this right, you probably won’t see the zoning [for future data center applications] getting done … and your growth is dead.”

The data center in question is one that Amazon Web Services announced last year that it intends to build on Blackwell Road in Warrenton on a 42-acre property adjacent to Country Chevrolet.

(Dominion representatives have been careful to avoid mentioning Amazon by name, citing the confidentiality of its customers, but the site of the proposed Dominion substation to service a “data center” is on the same parcel purchased by Amazon last year.) Amazon has yet to file a special permit application and the Warrenton Town Council could deny that application when it is filed. County supervisors have no say over zoning decisions within town limits.

Precker said last week that any new data center requires a new substation and transmission line.

Dominion representatives have emphasized that the final route of the transmission lines to service the new substation will ultimately be determined by the State Corporation Commission, although

supervisors asserted last week that Dominion has significant influence over the SCC’s ultimate decision. Precker confirmed that the new transmission lines would not be necessary if the Warrenton Town Council does not approve the proposed data center on Blackwell Road.

Center District Supervisor Chris Granger tied the discussion to an ongoing Dominion project to bring distribution lines — these are much smaller than transmission lines — from the substation on Meetze Road to the Warrenton Training Center, a classified U.S. government facility on View Tree Mountain that contains several data centers.

Dominion has asked supervisors, for instance, for a 15-foot-wide underground right-of-way through county-owned parkland in the Woods of Warrenton subdivision to facilitate those distribution lines.

Granger asked Precker about whether that right-ofway could also facilitate the transmission line needed to service the planned Blackwell substation. Precker said that the path needed for an underground transmission line would need to be of “much greater width,” making it impossible to run a transmission line underground along the same route without encroaching significantly on private property.

“The power constraints on Warrenton … are caused by the feds,” Granger said, “and our economic development is extremely limited” because of demand from the government data centers on View Tree Mountain. Granger urged Dominion to use that as leverage with the SCC to secure a route for the new transmission line that has the least impact on residents and natural resources.

After conducting outreach to residents, Dominion plans to apply to the SCC this fall, according to company presentations. Construction on the new transmission lines could begin in 2024 and be completed by 2025.

Reach Coy Ferrell at cferrell@fauquier.com

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Sumerduck man accused of felony animal neglect after dogs allegedly found ‘malnourished’ Chickens, sheep also seized from property

gave deputies permission to observe animals on his property.

When deputies went to Santos-Benitez’ residence, they found another dog named “Nesta” with a “body score of 1,” according to a May 4

By Coy Ferrell search warrant affidavit. That condition is associFauquier Times Staff Writer ated “no discernible body fat” and “obvious loss A Sumerduck man faces two felony criminal of muscle mass” with “ribs, lumbar vertebrae, charges and one misdemeanor charge after Fau- pelvic bones and all bony prominences evident quier animal control officers found two dogs al- from a distance,” according to the Purina scoring legedly so malnourished that their conditions system. Santos-Benitez voluntarily surrendered “pose[d] a substantial risk of death” and another Nesta to deputies, and the dog’s condition greatly dog chained to a tree without access to water, ac- improved after receiving care at the SPCA, according to a criminal complaint filed in Fauquier cording to the criminal complaint.

County General District Court.

A veterinarian who evaluated Tay and NesOscar Santos-Benitez, 43, was arrested May ta told investigators that “the body condition of 4 and released from custody on a $2,500 bond. both dogs did pose a substantial risk of death,” Santos-Benitez voluntarily surrendered the three according to the criminal complaint. Further, dogs last month, according to court documents. medical tests confirmed that there was no medAdditionally, deputies also seized 45 allegedly ical condition that could explain their condition malnourished chickens and three unsheared wool or “anything medically wrong causing them to be sheep while executing a search warrant malnourished,” the complaint added. at Santos-Benitez’ residence on May 4, A third dog, named “Micho,” was according to a press release from the “chained to a tree without shelter and Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office. Sanwithout water,” the complaint said, addtos-Benitez is charged only in relation ing that the “heavy chain” used as a tethto the dogs, all “pit bull terrier type[s],” er was less than the legally allowable according to documents filed in district length. That dog had a body score of 3, court. the complaint said, indicating “obvious The May 4 search of Santos-Beniwaist and abdominal tuck,” according tez’ residence and his subsequent arrest to the Purina system. Santos-Benitez came after an animal control officer actOscar Santosclaimed that he was “watching the dog ed on a tip and found a stray dog, later Benitez for a friend” and voluntarily handed identified as “Tay,” near Santos-Beniover the dog to deputies on April 17. tez’ residence on March 31. The dog had After an animal control officer followed up a body score of “between 1 to 2,” according to the with Santos-Benitez and consulted with vetericriminal complaint. That score means that there narians, deputies returned to Santos-Benitez’ resare, at least, signs of “obvious waste,” according idence with a search warrant May 4 and charged to the Purina Body Condition System. Deputies him with felony animal cruelty related to his alseized that dog and took it to the Fauquier SPCA, leged treatment of Tay and Nesta; the misdemeanwhere its condition improved significantly, ac- or charge stemmed from his alleged treatment of cording to a May 4 criminal complaint. Tay has Micho. Santos-Benitez will next appear in court since been adopted from the SPCA. on the criminal charges on July 13.

Santos-Benitez denied that the stray dog beDuring the investigation, Santos-Benitez also longed to him, however, according to the criminal stated that he kept poultry on his property and that complaint. The stray dog had an identical cyst to he “withholds food for 2 to 3 days before processa dog that Santos-Benitez had previously taken to ing the poultry to get the rocks out of the digesa veterinarian, the complaint said, leading inves- tive trac[t],” according to the May 4 search wartigators to believe that the dog belonged to San- rant affidavit. Investigators consulted a livestock tos-Benitez. Several days later, Santos-Benitez veterinarian, who advised that “going beyond 12

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“Tay,” seen here dressed up for Mother’s Day, was found stray in the Sumerduck area on March 31, recovered his health at the Fauquier SPCA and has since been adopted. hours [without food] is unnecessary and cruel,” according to the affidavit. On the scene May 4, the veterinarian advised that 45 chickens on the property were malnourished, and deputies seized the birds along with three unsheared wool sheep.

Permanent custody of the chickens and sheep is now set to be determined at a May 24 hearing in district court after a custody hearing scheduled for earlier this week was delayed at the request of Santos-Benitez’ attorney. The attorney, Bradley Marshall, said in court Monday that he needed more time to arrange for a veterinarian to testify on behalf of Santos-Benitez.

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Traffic stop, high-speed pursuit lead to arrest of grand larceny suspect

By Coy Ferrell

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

A traffic stop in New Baltimore led Fauquier sheriff’s deputies to arrest a woman suspected of stealing more than $2,000-worth of copper pipe fittings from the Warrenton Home Depot. Before deputies could apprehend her, however, the woman fled in a car and then on foot through a field and finally into Mayhugh’s convenience store where she was arrested May 12, according to criminal complaints filed with her arrest.

Alyssa Dunlap, 25, of Centreville, was being held in custody with no bond as of Tuesday. She was charged with three felonies and two misdemeanors related to both the police pursuit and the alleged theft of goods from Home Depot.

The pursuit began at noon on Thursday, May 12 after Deputy Christopher Sharon pulled over a vehicle displaying invalid tags on U.S. 15/29 in New Baltimore, according to the criminal complaint. Dunlap attempted to flee northbound on U.S. 15/29 in the vehicle. “At times speeds exceeded 100 mph,” according to the complaint. At one point, Dunlap drove the vehicle across the median

and traveled northbound in the When Sharon asked Dunlap southbound lane, the complaint what had happened, Dunlap aladded. legedly told him that “I tried to Dunlap eventually turned crawl out the window.” onto Old Alexandria Pike and When deputies searched parked the vehicle behind a Dunlap’s abandoned vehicle, residence on Emily Ann Court, they found a box of copper pipe the complaint said. Another fittings in a box labeled with deputy witnessed Dunlap “exit the Warrenton Home Depot’s the driver’s seat and run into store identification number, the woods.” Dispatchers quickaccording to the complaint. A ly began to receive calls from review of Home Depot’s secumembers of the public “a womrity footage “revealed a male an running through a nearby subject who physically took Alyssa Dunlap field toward 29.” An employee the items from the store and at Mayhugh’s, which is locatplaced them in the car that was ed a few hundred yards away from the residence, involved in the pursuit,” a separate criminal comsoon flagged down Sharon and told the deputy plaint alleged. that “the woman ran into the women’s room and Sheriff’s office spokesman Sgt. William Kemmay have gone out the window.” per said Friday afternoon that he did not have Sharon encountered Dunlap inside the store more information currently about the second and arrested her. Deputies “discovered that the larceny suspect or the timing of the alleged theft toilet tank was smashed, and the sink was ripped from Home Depot. “This case is still an ongoing off the wall,” according to the criminal complaint. investigation at this time,” he added.

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Administration changes at 5 schools announced

By Coy Ferrell

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

The Fauquier County School Division has announced several changes to school administration at five schools. All the changes will be effective for the 2022-2023 school year.

Donna Guzman, the principal of Marshall Middle School for four years, will leave that role to take up a position in the school division’s student services office.

Current Auburn Middle School Principal Josh Miller will replace

Guzman at Marshall. In turn, the current principal at Brumfield Elementary School, Matt Yonkey, will take over for Miller at Auburn. The Brumfield position will be left vacant until another person can be hired to fill the role.

An Auburn assistant principal position will also be vacant, as Helen Oriend, who currently serves in that role, “will not return” for the 20222023 school year, according to a press release.

School division officials declined to offer any specific reasons for the principals’ transfers or for Oriend’s

Donna Guzman

Josh Miller

departure when asked by the Fauquier Times on this week, stating in an email that “It is not uncommon for school divisions to switch administrator assignments” and that

Matt Yonkey

“Taking on new challenges and opportunities allows school leaders to develop their leadership skills.”

See SCHOOLS, page 13

4-H’ers learn to become entrepreneurs

River Maloney will be selling garden accessories, cookies and artwork at the Oct. 1 Warrenton Farmers Market.

Fauquier County 4-H and the local farmers markets are teaming up to help young entrepreneurs grow. Thirty-six youth have participated in the 4-H Next Generation Entrepreneurs program, where they learn how to build a business and sell their products at local farmers markets. This year’s participants are selling baked goods, crafts, cut flowers, vegetables and eggs. They will be at the Warrenton Farmers Market on the first Saturday of each month from May to October and at some of the other local farmers markets throughout the season as well.

Before they become vendors, youth first participate in a series of educational activities where they learn how to do market research, prepare and label food safely, market their products and create a business plan. They are also participating in goal setting, planning, record keeping and reflection.

Five of this year’s vendors sold at markets last year and are improving on lessons learned through

that process. One sunflower vendor said that he is planting fewer varieties of sunflowers this year after learning which ones were best for cut flowers and which sold the best last year.

Ten-year old Kaylee Watts says that she is most excited about selling her vanilla cake pops, because they are “a portable piece of cake goodness on a stick.”

Nine-year old River Maloney who is selling garden accessories, cookies and artwork said, “I’ve learned that starting a business is really hard work.

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School board opts for less expensive platform for remote learners

By Coy Ferrell

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

Fauquier County School Division officials shared earlier this month the details of a plan to end the school division’s “Virtual Academy” and use a state-funded platform instead beginning this fall, saving the school division at least $650,000 this year.

Virtual Virginia, run by the Virginia Department of Education, will still give local students the option to learn remotely, albeit not with local teachers. The new program will use the same software as the school division’s Virtual Academy, making the transition easier for current Virtual Academy students.

Since the beginning of the 20212022 school year, students in Fauquier County Public Schools have had the option of learning remotely through the school division’s inhouse “Virtual Academy;” 160 students are currently enrolled. But the federal grants that have paid for the Virtual Academy are running out, and the school board adopted a budget last month that would divert local funds from continuing the Virtual Academy to funding teacher raises instead. As of May 9, only 68 students have signed up so far to learn remotely next year through Virtual Virginia.

One of the main benefits of the inhouse Virtual Academy is the ability for local teachers to give local students one-on-one attention, according to school officials. The Virtual Academy is “another personalized learning path to provide an engaging, student-centered alternative learning experience where traditional barriers of time, place and availability are removed,” a press release said earlier this year. But providing

that service comes at a cost. Amid an ongoing shortage of teachers, ending the local remote-learning program will free up the nine full-time Virtual Academy teachers — and 12 who are part-time — for other assignments for the 2022-2023 school year.

School officials emphasized at a May 9 school board meeting that the school division will still be responsible for testing, report cards and IEP/504 oversight. Fauquier students who utilize the Virtual Virginia program will still be enrolled officially in the local school division, so Fauquier schools won’t miss out on per-pupil state funding. Students who opt to learn remotely can still participate in their local school’s extracurricular activities, just as they could with the Virtual Academy model.

Michael Snell, who oversees the school division’s remote learners, said that maintaining a strong connection to student’s “base school” — the physical school a student would attend if they were not enrolled in remote learning — was one of the main reasons remote learning has been viable option for many students. “What we learned from this process is … being part of the Fauquier County base school connection was huge and critical,” Snell told school board members May 9. Although Virtual Virginia follows its own schedule — students enrolled there won’t necessarily have the same snow days or breaks at their in-person peers in Fauquier County — Snell said that he would continue do whatever he can to foster a close relationship between remote learners and their base schools.

Families with questions about remote learning may reach Snell at 540-422-7032.

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Michael Snell will continue to oversee the remote learning program for the school division after this school year. The nine full-time and 12 part-time teaching positions that currently staff the school division’s in-house Virtual Academy will be transferred to in-person classrooms for the 2022-2023 school year.

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‘Leave here knowing you are loved’ GRADUATES, from page 1 “’Impossible’ is not a fact. It’s an opinion,” Vice Principal Michael Hodge told the graduates and families. After each student was called up to receive their diploma — and a copy of Dr. Seuss’ “Oh, the Places You’ll Go!” — on Friday morning, a teacher told stories about the senior’s time and growth at Southeastern.

“You are one of a kind,” physical education teacher Christine Allen told graduate Corey Wheeler. “It took a lot of closed doors and angry nights … but look at where you are.” She reminisced about how Wheeler didn’t take to badminton in class and created new games instead. “I’m so proud of you,” she told him, to cheers from parents.

Graduating senior Isaac Gray “is one of the best storytellers, and he’s also a great writer.” Senior Noah Masters “has led by example.”

Devon Taylor didn’t like to read for

class, but he applied himself when it came to studying for his hunter’s safety certificate. Not only is senior Carter Updyke “so smart,” he also cares deeply about injustice, whether it’s down the hall or out in the world.

Families and other teachers smiled knowingly at each story.

Graduating senior Alyssa Beavers said that the personalized education at Southeastern — and the teachers and students who make it work — is what makes the school special.

“Southeastern is a small, tight-knit community,” she said. “But as Winnie the Pooh once said: ‘Sometimes the smallest things take up the biggest place in your heart.’”

Economics and reading teacher Jamie Liggio told stories about graduating senior Cameron Pickel’s time at Southeastern. But if he could take away just one thing from his experience, she told him, “Leave here knowing you are loved.”

FAUQUIER TIMES STAFF PHOTOS/COY FERRELL Vice Principal Michael Hodge told the graduating seniors that they “have the respect and admiration of every person here.”

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Message to graduates from Fauquier Sheriff Jeremy Falls Graduating class of 2022, take a bow; you deserve it. You have completed high school during one of the most challenging times in our country’s history. I know that you have worked very hard. High school is tough these days, and it is impossible to sail through without tenacity and strength, especially if you are ambitious and have your sights set on future greatness of some kind.

After you walk across that stage to receive your diploma, take a moment to take it all in. Graduating is not a small accomplishment, and you should appreciate it. Now that you have finished high school, it is important to appreciate what you have just accomplished. Too often, you are urged to think about what is next and in so doing, are unable to appreciate the now. These days, it always seems to be about what is next.

Many of you have already chosen your next steps, and I commend you. No matter what you choose to do next — whether it is college, serving our country or entering the workforce — we are proud of you.

Don’t pressure yourself to have all the answers and decisions about your future now. You will be continually evolving. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes or change your mind. Just remember to continue to learn, grow and become passionate about a cause that’s important to you.

I want you to know that your sheriff’s office is proud of you. Congratulations on a job well done!

FAUQUIER COUNTY SHERIFF JEREMY A. FALLS

Thank you Fauquier, Culpeper, Madison and Rappahannock counties Thank you for another fantastic Give Local Piedmont! Your support on May 3 celebrates the generosity of this community and the service our local nonprofit agencies provide. Because of your generosity, $1,090,787 was donated for 186 nonprofits from 2,693 donors!

This four-county event promotes charitable giving to support nonprofit organizations in the northern Piedmont region. The totals for each county do not reflect $27,000 in prizes or the bonus funds: • Culpeper: $140,004, 52 organizations • Fauquier: $459,711, 82 organizations • Madison: $50,519, 10 organizations • Rappahannock: $313,552, 42

organizations A hearty “thank you” to our program sponsors, businesses, organizations and donor fund holders with NPCF. Your support lays the groundwork for the program and prizes and without it, we simply could not do it. And, because of the PATH $100,000 bonus, every nonprofit makes more than the donations they receive. Our donors generously covered almost 90% of the fees associated with an online giving event.

As we conclude our ninth annual Give Local Piedmont, we are humbled by the support in our communities. Thanks to all of you!

SCHOOLS, from page 10

A subsequent letter to parents from Auburn administrators claimed that “recent events … have brought into question the safety of our students.”

School officials then announced that an additional security officer would be hired to supplement the sheriff’s deputy already assigned to the school full time.

Some parents of middle school students have for months publicly criticized administrators, asserting that they have not taken reports of violence and bullying seriously.

“Our kids have to choose either violence or victimhood,” said Auburn parent Natalie Erdossy at a May 9 school board meeting, echoing concerns from other parents.

Calls for Miller’s removal circulated on social media after an April 29 “fight” at Auburn prompted action in juvenile court against one student; a video circulated online purporting to depict the incident.

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UPCOMING FAUQUIER EVENTS MAY 18 TO 27 Ongoing events Farmers market What: Warrenton farmers high-season market When: Saturdays, through Nov. 19; 8 a.m. to noon Where: 21 Main St., Old Town Warrenton Info: Indoor and outdoor spaces Food assistance What: Peas and grace When: Tuesdays from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.

Where: Grace Episcopal Church, 6507 Main St., The Plains Info: Those in need of food assistance are welcome Spiritual Care Support Ministries What: Support groups/counseling and special events for those experiencing the death of a loved one, divorce or chronic illness Where: Spiritual Care Support Ministries, 7179 New Hope Lane, Warrenton Cost: Free Info: 540-349-5814 or www.scsm.tv The S.E.E. Recovery Center What: Recovery-oriented groups, meetings and the opportunity to speak with someone about mental health or substance use recovery; staff member available from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday to Friday Where: The S.E.E. Recovery Center, 710 U.S. Ave., Culpeper Info: 540-825-3366 or email: SEERecovery@rrcsb.org Wednesday, May 18 Films What: Doc Week Middleburg festival When: Wednesday, May 18 to Saturday, May 21; 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Where: Middleburg Community Center, 300 W. Washington St., Middleburg Cost: Prices vary Tickets: https://www.eventbrite. com/e/doc-week-middleburg-2022tickets-304767526877 Info: May 18, Mission Joy; May 19, End of the Line; May 20, Ronnie’s; May 21, The Mole Chess What: Middleburg chess club When: Wednesday, May 18 and Wednesday, May 25; 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Where: Middleburg Library, 101 Reed St., Middleburg Info: Magnus Chess Academy instructors will teach ages 10 to 18; 540-687-5730 Turtles What: Box turtle community science survey When: Wednesday, May 18; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Where: The Clifton Institute, 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton Cost: Free Info: Study box turtles and their habitat; children must be accompanied by an adult Reservations: 540-341-3651 Farmers market What: Buchanan Hall farmers market When: Wednesday, May 18 and Wednesday, May 25; 4 to 8 p.m.

Where: Buchanan Hall, 8549 John S. Mosby Highway, Upperville Info: Farm fresh meats and produce, artisan goods, live music, food trucks Cyber security What: Women’s Business Council cyber security event When: Wednesday, May 18; 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Where: Fauquier Springs Country Club,

9236 Tournament Drive, Warrenton Register: www.fauquierchamberva. chambermaster.com/eventregistration/ register/15002 Trivia What: Trivia When: Wednesday, May 18 and Wednesday, May 25; 6 to 8 p.m.

Where: Barking Rose Brewing Company, 9057 Old Culpeper Road, Warrenton Thursday, May 19 Food pantry What: Fauquier FISH food pantry When: Thursday, May 19; 6 to 7:30 p.m., Saturday, May 21 and Tuesday, May 24; 9:30 to noon Where: Fauquier FISH, 24 Pelham St., Warrenton Info: Ready to cook meals and additional food for residents of Fauquier County who need help; bring ID and proof of county residency ESL class What: English-as-a-second-language class presented by Piedmont Regional Adult and Career Education programs When: Thursday, May 19; 6 to 9 p.m.

Where: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive North, Bealeton Cost: Free Info: 540-718-8243 Book club What: Mystery book club When: Thursday, May 19; noon to 1 p.m.

Where: John Barton Payne Community Hall, 2 Courthouse Square, Warrenton Cost: Free Info: Discussion of “Magpie Murders” by Anthony Horwitz Virtual meetings; email pamela.lovera@ fauquiercounty.gov or call 540-422-8500, ext. 2 Networking What: After 5 networking event When: Thursday, May 19; 5 to 7 p.m.

Where: Remix Market Warrenton, 6632 Electric Ave., Warrenton Cost: None Required registration: Email Alec Burnett at: alec@fauquierchamber.org Succulents What: Make own succulent planter When: Thursday, May 19; 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Where: Blandy Experimental Farm, 400 Blandy Lane, Boyce Cost: $30 FOSA members; $35 nonmembers Info: Bring large bag or box to carry succulent planter History What: Historians on tap When: Thursday, May 19; 6:30 p.m.

Where: Old Bust Head Brewing Company, 7134 Farm Station Road, Warrenton Cost: Free and open to the public Info: Explore history of Fauquier County from the colonial era to the Cold War; Trivia What: Trivia When: Thursday, May 19; 6 to 8 p.m.

Where: Old Trade Brewery, 13270 Alanthus Road, Brandy Station Live music What: Featuring Amanda McCarthy When: Friday, May 19; 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Where: Death Ridge Brewery, 5393 Higher Ground Trail, Jeffersonton Darts What: Thursday night darts When: Thursday, May 19 and Thursday, May 26; 5:30 to 9 p.m.

Where: Beer Hound Brewery, 201 Waters Place, Culpeper

Music trivia What: Name that song When: Thursday, May 19 and Thursday, May 26; 6 to 8 p.m.

Where: Lost Barrel Brewing, 36138 John Mosby Highway, Middleburg Friday, May 20 Storytime What: Storytime for the littles When: Friday, May 20 and Friday, May 27; 11 to 11:30 a.m.

Where: The Open Book, 104 Main St., Warrenton Info: Stories geared to ages 3 to 6; 540878-5358 Pet clinic What: Pet wellness clinic When: Friday, May 20 and Friday, May 27; 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Where: Fauquier SPCA, 9350 Rogues Road, Midland Cost: Fee for various services Appointment: 540-788-9000, ext. 208 Book Cellar What: Book Cellar with books, movies, and music for all ages, sponsored by the Friends of Fauquier Library When: Friday, May 20, Saturday, May 21 and Friday, May 27; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Where: John Barton Payne Building Basement, 2 Courthouse Square, Warrenton Volunteer: 540-341-3447 Fundraiser What: Fiesta dinner When: Friday, May 20; 5 to 7 p.m.

Where: Liberty Church, 10513 Old Marsh Road, Bealeton Cost: Free-will offering Info: All donations support the Prayers and Squares program Frogs What: Froggy Friday When: Friday, May 20; 8 to 9:30 a.m.

Where: The Clifton Institute, 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton Cost: Free Info: Hike and listen for frog calls; children must be accompanied by an adult; bring a flashlight and waterproof shoes Reservations: 540-341-3651 Fundraiser What: National Rescue Dog Day RAWL fundraising event When: Friday, May 20; 4 to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday, May 21; 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Where: Magnolia Vineyards and Winery, 200 Viewtown Road, Amissville Info: Live music, vendors and more; all donations to Rappahannock Animal Welfare League Trivia What: Stranger things trivia When: Friday, May 20; 6 to 8 p.m.

Where: Old Bust Head Brewing Company, 7134 Farm Station Road, Warrenton Info: Brush up on Stranger Things knowledge; costumes highly encouraged; prize for the best dressed guest; Black Bear Oven One food truck on site Live music What: Sunset in the vineyards When: Friday, May 20 and Friday, May 27; 6 to 9 p.m.

Where: Philip Carter Winery, 4366 Stillhouse Road, Hume Info: Live music from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.; drink specials; firepits; no reservations required Live music What: Featuring Shane Gamble When: Friday, May 20; 4:30 to 8:30 p.m.

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

Live music What: Featuring Kristin Gibbs When: Friday, May 20; 5 to 8:30 p.m.

Where: Barrel Oak Winery, 3623 Grove Lane, Delaplane Trivia What: Trivia night When: Friday, May 20; 7 to 9 p.m.

Where: Beer Hound Brewery, 201 Waters Place, Culpeper Live music What: Featuring Doin’ Time When: Friday, May 20, 5 p.m.

Where: Lost Barrel Brewing, 36138 John Mosby Highway, Middleburg Live music What: Featuring the Tamara Mae and Friends When: Friday, May 20; 6 to 9 p.m.

Where: Old Trade Brewery, 13270 Alanthus Road, Brandy Station Live music What: Featuring The Edgar Loudermilk Band When: Friday, May 20; 8 to 10:30 p.m.

Where: Gloria Faye Dingus Center for the Arts, 92 Main St., Warrenton Cost: $25; children 12 and under admitted free with parent Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ the-edgar-loudermilk-band-live-at-gloriastickets-260622026497 Live music What: Featuring Elizabeth Lawrence When: Friday, May 20; 6 to 9 p.m.

Where: Denim and Pearls, 29 Main St., Warrenton Live music What: Open mic live music Friday nights When: Friday, May 20; 6:30 to 10 p.m.

Where: Orlean Market, 6855 Leeds Manor Road, Marshall Info: Bring instrument Saturday, May 21 Celebration What: St. John the Evangelist Golden Jubilee Celebration When: Saturday, May 21; 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Where: St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 111 John E. Mann St., Warrenton Info: Family friendly multi-cultural event with food and entertainment, Spanish and Irish music with a musical revue by the Torch Drama Club, event concludes with a English/Spanish mass at 5 p.m.

Food giveaway What: Fauquier County food distribution coalition food giveaway When: Saturday, May 21; 9 a.m. until the food is gone Where: Warrenton United Methodist Church, 341 Church St., Warrenton Info: Food for those in need (inside event) Festival What: Strawberry festival When: Saturday, May 21 and Sunday, May 22; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Where: Messick’s Farm Market, 6025 Catlett Road, Bealeton Cost: $12 person; $6 seniors (55-plus); 3 and under are free Info: PYO strawberries; barrel train rides; slides; kids tattoos; hayrides; bounce pillow; goats; candy drop; no pets allowed Birds What: Birds of the wood and fields When: Saturday, May 21; 10 to 11 a.m.

Where: Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane Cost: $10 car parking fee Info: Explore the habitat of birds; bring binoculars, field guides and bird ID apps for further observation; 540-592-3556 See CALENDAR, page 15

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Farmers market What: Remington farmers market When: Saturday, May 21; 2 to 6 p.m.

Where: Remington Farmers Market, 150 W. Bowen St., Remington Volunteering What: Volunteer Day: trail sign installation When: Saturday, May 21; 9 a.m. to noon Where: The Clifton Institute, 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton Cost: Free Info: For adults and children ages 12 and up, accompanied by an adult; bring a mask; bring shovels and work gloves Required registration: 540-341-3651 Nature What: Walk with a naturalist When: Saturday, May 21; 1 to 3 p.m.

Where: The Clifton Institute, 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton Cost: Free Info: Adults and children 12 and up, accompanied by an adult Registration: 540-341-3651

Live music What: Featuring Jahnel Daliya When: Saturday, May 21; 5 to 8 p.m.

Where: Old Bust Head Brewing Company, 7134 Farm Station Road, Warrenton Live music What: Featuring Sobel and Gaeta and Acoustic Ayre When: Saturday, May 21; Noon to 7:30 p.m.

Where: Barrel Oak Winery, 3623 Grove Lane, Delaplane Info: Sobel and Gaeta, noon to 3:30 p.m.; Acoustic Ayre, 4 to 7:30 p.m.

Live music What: Featuring Tejas Singh When: Saturday, May 21; 6 to 9 p.m.

Where: Denim and Pearls, 29 Main St., Warrenton Live music What: Featuring Robbie Limon When: Saturday, May 21; 7 to 11 p.m.

Where: Orlean Market, 6855 Leeds Manor Road, Marshall Farmers market What: Farmers market When: Sunday, May 22; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Where: Archwood Green Barns, 4557 Old Tavern Road, The Plains Info: Vendors, crafters and more; 540253-5289 History What: Scrabble school historical sign unveiling and dedication When: Sunday, May 22; 2 to 5 p.m.

Where: Scrabble School, 111 Scrabble Road, Castleton

Wine dinner What: Philip Carter Wine Dinner When: Sunday, May 22; 6 to 9 p.m.

Where: Denim and Pearls, 29 Main St., Warrenton Cost: $109 per person Reservations: 540-349-9339

Monday, May 23 Marshall evening book club What: Discussion on “The House on Mango Street” by Sandra Cisneros When: Monday, May 23; 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Where: Virtual Cost: Free To join virtual meeting: email deborah. cosby@fauquiercounty.gov or call 540422-8527

Where: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive North, Bealeton Cost: Free Info: 540-718-8243 Support group What: Mental health support group for family members of individuals living with a mental illness When: Tuesday, May 10; 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Where: Virtual Info: Hosted by National Alliance on Mental Illness Piedmont Required registration for online meetings: 540-347-9104 Bingo What: Bingo night When: Tuesday, May 24; 6 to 8 p.m.

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Live music What: Featuring Deja Blue When: Sunday, May 22; 1-5 p.m.

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Where: Barrel Oak Winery, 3623 Grove Lane, Delaplane Live music What: Featuring Bailey Hayes When: Sunday, May 22; 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Where: Denim and Pearls, 29 Main St., Warrenton

Seminar What: Alzheimers and dementia-related illnesses When: Wednesday, May 25; 4 p.m.

Where: Virtual Cost: Free Info: Presented by the Villa at Suffield Meadows Registration: Sophia Cameron, 540-3163800 College planning What: 529 College planning seminar When: Wednesday, May 25; 6 to 8 p.m.

Where: Ledo Pizza, 504 Fletcher Drive, Warrenton Cost: Free admission Info: 529 college savings plan; food and drinks Thursday, May 26

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Where: Gloria Faye Dingus Alliance, 92 Main St., Warrenton Cost: $25; Children 12 and under admitted free with parent Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ the-bridge-led-zeppelin-tribute-live-atglorias-tickets-292803762937

Perfume What: Historic perfume making workshop When: Sunday, May 22; 2 to 4 p.m.

Where: Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane Cost: Tuition for workshop is $45 in advance, with an additional $20 material fee due the day of event Registration: https:// perrincottageperfume.wixsite.com/ perfume/workshops Info: 540-592-3556

Exercise What: Pound and pour When: Sunday, May 22; 11 to 11:45 a.m.

Where: Barking Rose Brewery, 9057 Old Culpeper Road, Warrenton Cost: $20, includes a POUND workout (high energy, low impact) followed by a beer serving Info: Bring yoga mat and bottle of water; weighted sticks provided; 540935-6206

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Where: Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane Cost: $10 car parking fee Info: Kids activities and music at interactive discovery stations; scavenger hunt; junior ranger booklet

Info: Yard games; live music by Bobby G and the Heavies; merchandise on sale; free refreshments

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Mental illness What: Connections, a mental health support group for individuals living with a mental health challenge When: Monday, May 9; 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Where: Virtual Info: Hosted by National Alliance on Mental Illness Piedmont Required registration for online meetings: 540-347-9104 Tuesday, May 24 ESL class What: English-as-a-second-language class presented by Piedmont Regional Adult and Career Education programs When: Tuesday, May 24 and Thursday, May 26; 6 to 9 p.m.

Senior citizens What: Senior supper at the Bistro on the Hill When: Thursday, May 26; 4:30 to 6 p.m.

Where: Bistro on the Hill, 500 Hospital Drive, Warrenton Cost: $7.50 Info: For seniors 55-plus; registration not required Friday, May 27 What: Marshall farmers market When: Friday, May 27; 4 to 7 p.m.

Where: H&H Auto Garage (parking lot), 8382 W. Main St., Marshall Info: Local farmers/growers, food producers, artisans and community Live music What: Last Friday of the month community jam When: Friday, May 27; 6 to 10 p.m.

Where: Orlean Market, 6855 Leeds Manor Road, Marshall Info: Bring own instrument Live music What: Featuring Julia Kasdorf When: Friday, May 27; 6 to 8 p.m.

Where: Old Bust Head Brewing Company, 7134 Farm Station Road, Warrenton Live music What: Featuring Freddy Hall When: Friday, May 27; 5 to 8:30 p.m.

Where: Barrel Oak Winery, 3623 Grove Lane, Delaplane Live music What: Featuring Michelle Dupwe When: Friday, May 27; 6 to 9 p.m.

Where: Denim and Pearls, 29 Main St., Warrenton

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Robotic pets are dementia patients’ best friends at Noble Senior Living

By Aimée O’Grady

Special to the Fauquier Times

In this article, residents’ names have been changed to protect their identities.

On Tuesday, April 26, a small replica of a tan and white dog was removed from its box. Its “on” button was flipped before it was presented to four residents, each with a dementia diagnosis, who were enjoying the morning in the facility sunroom at the Noble Senior Living facility on Alexandria Pike in Warrenton.

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She began to quietly sing and talk to the dog, and it was decided that the small dog was a male because of its blue bandana. When others in the room tried to get the dog’s attention, Betty said she didn’t want him to jump from her lap.

But she passed the dog to Julie, who had a similar reaction.

Sitting quietly in the corner of the room watching the other residents was Carol. When it was her turn to hold the dog, she brought her face toward it and rubbed her cheek against the soft fur. Carol then began to share memories from her childhood

with the other residents and guests.

“We had mares and stallions, and I don’t know how many dogs and cats. I had to take care of all of them, while my husband went to work,” she said with a laugh.

New activities director Tracy Laclair wiped a tear from her eye when she heard Carol share those memories. “I have never seen her engage like that. She is hard of hearing.

With her hearing and wearing masks she becomes easily frustrated and has reverted to not saying much.”

No one had heard the story of the mares and stallions until that moment.

Jim was the next one to hold the dog -- but not for long because Carol wanted him back. She moved the dog, which she named Jasper, to her walker and got up to take him for a walk.

While the response to the dog at Noble Senior Living is anecdotal, it is the reaction that Ellen Phipps, director of Aging Together and Kathi Walker, Rappahannock Rapidan Community Services Board ombudsman, were hoping to see. “What we have witnessed today supports the evidenced-based data,” Phipps said.

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“Early on in COVID, we quickly recognized that the isolation caused by the lockdown would have negative consequences for older adults living in long-term care facilities,” Phipps said. “We purchased 22 iPads for long-term care facilities in our region -- residents were able to navigate the technology with some help. We were pleased with the impact as this was the only way some residents were able to interact with family members.

“We then looked for additional ways that technology could help with social isolation. So, we decided we wanted to try the pets. We were aware of other facilities and organizations having success with the pets and wanted to try the robotic dogs for residents who have a dementia diagnosis.”

Phipps explained that the healthy human brain contains tens of billions of neurons — specialized cells that process and transmit information via electrical and chemical signals. They send messages between different parts of the brain, and from the brain to the muscles and organs of the body. Alzheimer’s disease disrupts this communication among neurons, resulting in loss of function and cell death. Dementia causes a breakdown of neural synapsis that over time causes a disconnect between the person and other people, objects and places. While a younger person may not understand how the robotic dog, which looks very much like a toy, would enliven a resident, dementia causes a person to transcend that confusion, and they simply enjoy what they believe to be a small dog. Clinical studies also indicate that robotic pets can be a source of comfort, can decrease agitation and can decrease feelings of loneliness in patients with dementia.

Phipps and Walker worked together on the NPCF grant. “Aging Together submitted the grant to NPCF after doing the research. We work very closely with over 150 partner organizations, particularly the Area Agency on Aging. Kathi identified the facilities that could benefit and arranged to deliver the pets,” said Phipps.

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Fauquier bird expert asks, ‘Where have the whippoorwills gone?’

Aimée O’Grady

Special to the Fauquier Times

The whippoorwill’s song, once prevalent throughout Fauquier County, is now heard only occasionally in the county’s southern end. “I’d really like to know where the whippoorwills are,” said Todd Day, local birder. The whippoorwills, whose name is an onomatopoeia of its song, is a small bird belonging to the nocturnal, or nightjar, bird family.

Day is a Fauquier County bird expert. He said, “I grew up in Massachusetts with bird feeders, binoculars and a bird book [field guide] and parents who were passively interested in birds.” It wasn’t until Day was in his early 20s that he became serious and sought birds out. Today, he manages and leads “bird tours” all over the United States.

Day is also the Virginia state reviewer for the online database eBird, managed by Cornell University.

Birdwatchers submit details about the birds they see – where and when, for instance – to the database. “I am the state coordinator for data submitted to eBird for Fauquier County and the primary reviewer for the county,” he said. According to Day, birders have documented 289 different bird species in Fauquier County.

“With this database, we know what birds are seen where and when, which helps us track anomalies. As a state reviewer, when an unusual bird shows up, I may contact the person who entered the information for details about the sighting,” said Day. One such rare bird was the greentailed Towhee, spotted by birder Chris Fafard at the Sherman’s Loop trail at Sky Meadows. This was the first green-tailed Towhee ever spotted in Fauquier County and one of only five spotted in Virginia. It was first seen by Fafard on Dec. 26, 2020, and stayed in the area until Jan. 30, 2021. During that time, hundreds of people spotted it, and 230 logged the sightings on eBird, Day said.

Day remembered, “Another rare-bird phenomenon that we had last year was an influx of roseate spoonbills all over Virginia, including Culpeper and Fairfax counties.

These birds are exceptionally rare for the state, so why so many showed up last year has people stumped.”

Collecting data on bird sightings is valuable for scientists too. “Although I am a hobbyist, I understand the science behind bird watching. By studying the behavior of birds, we can better understand the health of our region and planet,” said Day.

The American Kestral Day is not alone in wanting to give nature a helping hand. The mission of The Clifton Institute in Warrenton is “to inspire a deeper understanding and appreciation of nature, to study the ecology of our region, to restore habitat and to conserve native biodiversity.” The organization’s co-directors, Bert and Eleanor Harris, said that since 2019, they have worked to restore prairie grasses to the institute’s 900-plus acre field station to help bring back native birds whose populations are in decline.

“The dominant grass in Virginia is tall fescue, which was introduced as a pasture grass, but now it grows everywhere. Its seeds are mildly toxic to birds. In the winter, it falls over and provides no bird habitat. We believe this grass is one of the reasons we don’t have any Bobwhite quail anymore. Another reason for the loss of birds is that caterpillars cannot eat fescue, and they are the main food source for baby birds,” said Bert Harris, Clifton Institute co-director.

The Clifton Institute participates in an annual bird count over the winter holidays and hosts a twice-monthly bird walk, 7 to 9 a.m. on the grounds of the institute at 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton. The next bird walk is scheduled for May 11. Novice and experienced birders (adults and children 12 and up, accompanied by an adult) will take a guided 1- to 2-mile hike to look for the many species of birds that can be found at the field station. Fields, meadows, lake edges and forest are all part of the tour. Birders are encouraged to bring binoculars. More information may be found at: https:// cliftoninstitute.org/ Although one quarter of Fauquier County has land under conservation easement, which offers many different birding habitats, the development that does happen can lead to a loss of

habitat. “We used to have a healthy number of the small quail Northern Bobwhites. These birds are somewhat edge birds, but mostly they are grassland denizens. Their call is so distinct that their name is onomatopoeic. They say a loud, bob-WHITE. Their call was very distinctive and because of the loss of their habitat, their numbers have declined, and we don’t hear them as often,” said Day. According to Day, people aren’t listening to the messages, or the lack thereof, from the birds around them.

“As landowners remove wooded areas and developers build more housing, we take habitat away from native birds. Over time, this means that birds once widespread in Fauquier aren’t going to be seen or heard anymore.”

These include birds like the American kestrel, a small falcon about the size of a blue jay. “These birds live in hollowed out trees. Unfortunately, many people remove trees like this, which removes their habitat. I am working with the Clifton Institute to put bird boxes on telephone poles to encourage American kestrels to move into,” he added.

Global warming contributes to changes in bird movements. “Migratory habits are changing as temperatures change. Some birds aren’t migrating as far south during the winter anymore,” said Day. He hopes that increased interest in birding will help people become more conscientious of their land stewardship and recognize the benefits of birding. “There are many studies on the benefits of being in nature.

Bird watching gets people outside and has tremendous benefits to overall health and stress reduction. And birdwatching is very entertaining.”

Any whippoorwill sightings can be sent to Todd Day at blkvulture@ gmail.com.

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Remington’s first wellness fair draws healthy turn out

By Robin Earl

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

The Get Healthy Fauquier health fair organized by the Remington Community Garden April 30 hosted 30 vendors, food and entertainment, as well as a special guest master of ceremonies. Visitors collected stickers from each of the vendors from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to qualify for door prizes.

Renee Norden, executive director of the Mental Health Association of Fauquier and Rappahannock, provided tips on self-care. “Self-care is not a treat,” said Norden, “it’s a necessity!”

Rich Pinson, director of cardio-

vascular services at Fauquier Health, demonstrated hands-only CPR, a skill he said every adult should master. “You’re out on a ballfield and someone has chest pain and then collapses. This is a way to help a fellow human until help arrives.”

Mt. Kim Martial Art owners Dennis and Gabriella Byrne showed visitors how to throw a jab and a cross and gave young would-be ninjas a chance to break a board.

Remington Drug offered free A1C, glucose and lipid screenings.

Margaret Rowe told visitors about the business’s Sweet Spot education

program for those with diabetes, and her colleagues explained how to use Narcan in case of an opioid overdose.

Members of the Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office bike patrol demonstrated some of the drills they use to stay on top of their game and invited kids to try out the obstacle courses.

Deputies also conducted car seat safety checks. Remington Police officers collected expired or unused drugs to keep them from winding up in the landfill.

There was yoga; there was storytime with Dr. Michael Amster; and there was Peter McCory bringing his

unique brand of kids music to liven things up.

Mary Beth and John Waldeck were present, talking up the benefits of the Remington Community Garden and generally inviting everyone to embrace community and get healthy.

The Waldecks’ influence was felt in one other way as well. Jerome Hruska, the PA announcer for the Washington Nationals – and also the Waldecks’ son-in-law – lent his professional voice to the occasion to introduce visitors to all the special activities and share information on the vendors.

Julia Hruska prepares to break a board held by Dennis Byrne while his wife and co-owner of Mt. Kim’s Martial Arts watches.

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PAYTON SWART’S BIG SWAT Senior belts two-out 7th inning grand slam to beat Sherando 10-9

By Fred Hodge

brought the count to 3-1.

Swart slammed the next pitch deep to left. The visiting outfieldDown to their final out, the Fauers watched helplessly as the ball hit quier Falcons registered perhaps the high in the trees beyond the fence for most stirring softball Senior Night the four-run walkoff. result in program history.

“Off the bat it definitely felt nice, The Falcons blew a 6-5 lead to Sherando in the top of the seventh but I just thought there was no way, inning, allowing four unearned runs until I saw it go out,” said Swart, to trail 9-6 before ultimately win- who was mobbed by teammates and coaches at home ning 10-9 on senior plate. shortstop Payton The four-year Final Northwestern Swart’s two-out letterman said she District softball standings grand slam home was not looking for FAUQUIER 10-2 run.

James Wood 8-4 a particular pitch, Swart stepped 7-5 “just something to the plate after Millbrook LIBERTY 6-6 meaty over the watching a teamKETTLE RUN 6-6 plate,” especially mate strike out and Sherando 5-7 with a 3-1 count. knowing it was up Handley 0-12 “Some teams to her. have a tendency to “I tried not to give up at that point overthink the actual situation too much because I and lose hope, but we all brought the would have psyched myself out,” energy,” Swart said of the mood ensaid Swart. “I knew my job was to tering the bottom of the seventh.

Swart’s blast also plated leadoff hitjust get on base.”

The Sherando pitcher threw three ter Emily Penatzer, who walked; Haley straight balls before a called strike Saulsbury, who doubled to left center; Special to the Fauquier Times

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After an up-and-down start in district play, star shortstop Payton Swart and the Falcons are back where they belong as district champs with a region berth locked up. and Erin Irvin, who drew a one-out walk on a 3-2 pitch to load the bases.

“I honestly don’t remember much rounding the bases. I was so surprised with what I had just done,” Swart said. “It didn’t sink in until I was in the outfield meeting with the coaches after the game. Even then it didn’t seem real.”

Swart describes herself as a line drive hitter. “Sometimes home runs just happen to be a result of that. I wasn’t thinking about hitting a home run because that’s usually not my game,” she emphasized.

Fauquier took a 3-0 lead in the first, scoring all with two outs.

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Kettle Run, Fauquier baseball in the mix for region playoff berth as district tourney opens

By Peter Brewington

Final Northwestern District baseball standings

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

Hold your breath.

The highly competitive Northwestern District baseball race is headed into its do-or-die chapter with the district tournament quarterfinals beginning Tuesday.

The regular season concluded last Friday in exciting fashion as James Wood slipped past Fauquier 3-0 on the final day. Due to a rain forecast, the game was moved from Warrenton to Shenandoah University’s artificial turf field.

In what amounted to a battle for second place, the Falcons defeated Liberty 11-0 and Sherando 4-0 earlier in the week, and would have grabbed second by downing James Wood.

Instead the Falcons were shut out

by Wood ace Nicholas Bell. “He kept us off balance with his fastball and slider. He threw a great game against us,” said FHS coach Matt O’Saben.

As a result Fauquier finished 7-5 and in fourth behind Millbrook (111), James Wood (9-3) and Kettle Run

Millbrook James Wood KETTLE RUN FAUQUIER Sherando LIBERTY Handley

11-1 9-3 7-5 7-5 5-7 2-10 1-11

District tournament

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Kettle Run’s Trey Western awaits arrival of Fauquier’s Turner Sten. Both teams’ postseason fortunes require at least two wins this week.

(7-5). The Cougars won a tiebreaker with FHS for third due to two wins over the Falcons.

No. 4 Fauquier hosts No. 5 Sherando (5-7) in Wednesday’s quarterfinals, while No. 3 Kettle Run hosts No. 6 Liberty (2-10) on Tuesday. No. 2 James Wood hosted No. 7 Handley (1-11) in the other quarterfinal.

No. 1 Millbrook (11-1) has a bye

and hosts the Fauquier-Sherando winner on Friday.

Although Fauquier beat Sherando twice, 10-0 and 4-0, O’Saben cautioned his players not to look past the Warriors in the quarterfinals.

“There’s only one game on the schedule. If we don’t beat Sherando nothing else matters,” said O’Saben.

The district has been balanced

May 17 quarterfinals: No. 1 Millbrook, bye; No. 7 Handley at No. 2 James Wood; No. 6 Liberty at No. 3 Kettle Run Wednesday quarterfinal: No. 5 Sherando at No. 4 Fauquier Friday’s semifinals: No. 4-5 winner at Millbrook; No. 2-7 winner vs. No. 3-6 winner at higher seed May 24 championship: at higher remaining seed with four strong teams, yet only two make regionals.

Liberty shocked Kettle Run 7-5 during the final week, so anything is possible.

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IT’S 9 A.M. LET’S RUN.

District track meet set for Wednesday at FHS

By Fred Hodge

Special to the Fauquier Times

No clear cut leader has appeared this spring among the Northwestern District’s girls track program heading into Wednesday’s championship meet at Fauquier.

Quentin Jones, the Falcon head coach, believes his unit will be among those in the hunt for the team crown.

“I think it’s going to be up in the air. We’re going out there and just make the biggest wave we can make and have our day.

He sees the girls pole vault, discus and shot put as three field events where Fauquier could rack up substantial scores.

“I’m hoping to get a lot of points there,” Jones said, also pointing to distance phenom Cassidy Scott, a heavy favorite in the 1,600- and 3,200-meter runs. Fauquier also has Aubrey Fernandez as the 400 leader, Kiki Wine No. 2 in the 800 and Evie Goetz, a high seed for the long and triple jumps.

“I want to score across the board,” he said hopefully, as depth and versatility may help to

offset advantages other schools may possess in certain events. Picking up two points and three or so there could been important in determining the district team crown.

“James Wood will probably be bringing the most heat,” Jones said, with Handley and Sherando lurking as threats.

Jones noted the girls teams from Liberty and Kettle Run do not have the depth necessary to place high in the team standings, but he emphasized both squads have quality individuals who should come away with high-ranking medals.

Liberty’s Isabelle Cavins leads the 100-meter pack and is a potential gold medalist at 200 meters. Maya Turner is seeded second for the 400.

Kettle Run has its impressive duo of girls pole vaulters. Coleen Schaner and Ashley Nickerson are first and second, respectively.

Handley appears to be the boys powerhouse this spring based on several strong performances in big invitational meets. Locally, the emphasis will be on individual and relay team placement.

Liberty’s Ryan Wilson is one of three who have cleared five feet, 10 inches in the high jump. He also is third ranked in the long jump.

Falcon Peter Paccassi heads the 1,600 entries and is No. 3 for the 3,200. John Bynaker and David Mayfield are seeded second and third, respectively in the 200. Dylan Dammer has the sec-

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Kettle Run’s Ava Abbott hopes to run well at Wednesday’s district meet at Fauquier. ond-best pole vault.

The meet will begin at 9 a.m. because Kettle Run graduation ceremonies are that evening. top eight individual finishers and top four relay teams will move onto the May 25 Region 4C competition at Lightridge.

Kettle Run, Fauquier girls soccer hope to make run in district tourney

By Fred Hodge

have come at a better time,” Smith stressed.

Fauquier meets No. 1 seed James Wood The 2022 Fauquier girls soccer unit Friday in the semifinals at James Wood. struggled out of the gate with five consecIn other quarterfinal action, No. 3 Kettle utive losses and at one time was 0-6-2.

Fast forward. The Falcons are 2-0-1 in Run hosted sixth seed Sherando Tuesday, their last three games and 3-2-1 during the while No. 7 Liberty played at No. 2 Handley.

Fauquier entered the playoffs with mosix most recent outings.

The mood is good after Monday when mentum after downing host Liberty, 4-1, No. 5 seed Fauquier won a 1-0 match at Friday to conclude regular-season play.

No. 4 Millbrook in the Northwestern DisThe Falcons wasted little time as setrict quarterfinals. Millbrook took an early nior Kate Finkbeiner converted a Makay1-0 win, and the late-season rematch rela Pain assist into a 1-0 sulted in a 0-0 draw. lead after only two minAnother close battle Final Northwestern District utes. Finkbeiner struck seemed likely, and the girls soccer standings again 15 minutes into two teams were scoreJames Wood 11-1 the second half, stealing less for more than 40 Handley 10-1-1 the ball from a defender minutes before the FalKETTLE RUN 7-3-2 and lofting a shot over cons broke through with Millbrook 3-7-2 the goalkeeper from 30 the lone goal. Lily FinkFAUQUIER 3-7-2 yards out. The ball nesSherando 3-9 beiner on a corner play tled into the net near the 1-10-1 on a ball from Marissa LIBERTY far post.

Carmarca three into the Finkbeiner recorded a second half. hat trick in the 68th minute with a success“In the first half, we struggled to find a ful penalty kick. Ten minutes later, freshgood rhythm, passes were off, touch was man McKenna Locke capped the Falcon letting us down at times,” Fauquier coach Josh Smith said. The recent cohesion re- scoring off a Bern assist.

“All we need to do in the tournament is turned after halftime, “and we started to keep doing what we’re doing.” Smith said dominate.

“Katey Bern, Carly McMurphy and hopefully. “The girls are hungry and exVania Rosales all played a hard game on cited to put Fauquier back in the playoff defense to keep them from tying,” Smith running.” saiDd. District tournament The Falcons had a slim 12-11 shot adMay 16 quarterfinal: No. 5 Fauquier d. vantage. Millbrook could use its 6-3 marNo. 4 Millbrook 1-0. gin on corner kicks to score.

May 17 quarterfinals: No. 1 James “Our girls have been building confiWood, bye; No. 7 Liberty at No. 2 dence all season with every game against Handley; No. 6 Sherando at No. 3 Kettle every opponent, and most importantly, scoring goals to win these matches late Run Friday’s semifinals: Fauquier at James in the season,” Smith said of the squad’s ability to remain focused despite the early Wood; No. 2-7 winner vs. No. 3-6 winner at higher seed results.

May 24 championship: at higher “They’ve hit that point where everyremaining seed thing is moving like a machine. It couldn’t Special to the Fauquier Times

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Emma Smith and the Cougars took third in the regular season and need two wins in this week’s district tournament to make regionals.

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Fauquier Times | www.fauquier.com | May 18, 2022

SOFTBALL, from page 23

Kettle Run hosts Liberty in boys soccer district quarterfinals

By Jackie Timberlake

Special to the Fauquier Times

Fauquier’s tough luck boys soccer season ended Monday in a 1-0 loss to Handley in the Northwestern District tournament quarterfinals.

The No. 7-seeded Falcons finished 0-9-3 in district play after falling to Liberty 3-1 last week in the regular season finale.

Meanwhile, No. 4 seed Kettle Run (5-6-1) hosted No. 5 Liberty (4-6-2) Tuesday in a quarterfinal showdown that would extend, and also end, one team’s season.

Liberty coach Chase Cox hopes it’s the Eagles who advance to Friday’s semifinals at top seed Millbrook. Liberty played well in downing the Falcons and tied Kettle Run 1-1 on May 10.

Nestor Villagomez, Nick Paratore and Adrian Monterubio scored and Joey Triplett had two assists vs. the Falcons.

“I mean it was just amazing, it

Final Northwestern District boys soccer standings Millbrook Handley James Wood KETTLE RUN LIBERTY Sherando FAUQUIER

11-1 9-2-1 6-4-2 5-6-1 4-6-2 2-9-1 0-9-3

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Fauquier’s Chris Guevara and Kettle Run’s Josh Umanzor clash in early season match. The Falcons’ season ended Monday; Kettle Run faced Liberty in a district quarterfinal Tuesday. was a great way to finish the regular season out. Especially with a win, that’s always amazing,” said Cox. Fauquier faced many obstacles this season, but still finished on a positive note.

“We have so many injuries this year that we have had multiple players play different positions and they have done an outstanding job this entire season,” said coach Chase Davenport.

Fauquier led 1-0 on Nick Roman’s goal.

District tournament

Monday’s quarterfinal: No. 2 Handley d. No. 7 Fauquier 1-0 Tuesday’s quarterfinals: No. 1 Millbrook, bye; No. 6 Sherando at No. 3 James Wood; No. 5 Liberty at No. 4 Kettle Run Friday’s semifinals: No. 4-5 winner at Millbrook; No. 2-7 winner vs. No. 3-6 at higher seed May 24 championship: at higher remaining seed

District tournament

Katie Harrington singled, advanced on two wild pitches and scored on a Meredith Wayland base hit. Wayland stole second before Helen Lovell’s scorching ground ball over third base drove her home.

After a walk, Saulsbury stroked a double to plate Brooke Owens, the courtesy runner for Lovell.

The margin grew to 4-0 in the third when consecutive singles by Lovell, Penatzer and Saulsbury produced a run.

Sherando immediately answered with a five-run fifth behind three walks, a hit batter, an error, a single, a double and a fielder’s choice.

Fauquier tied it at 5-5 in the fifth when Penatzer singled and scored.

FHS regained the lead at 6-5 in the sixth when Harrington scored on a two-out delayed double steal.

Fauquier accumulated 16 hits.

Harrington and Saulsbury both had three to two each for Swart, Lovell and Mikayla Gilmore.

Falcons beat Eagles 12-0

Fauquier freshman Kara Kaltrider threw a six-inning no-hitter, striking out six and walking three as the Falcons downed Liberty 12-0 on Monday in the regular season finale in Bealeton.

Fauquier’s biggest inning was a six-run sixth, powered by Meredith Wayland’s grand slam home run, her second grand slam of the spring

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May 17 quarterfinals: No. 1 Fauquier, bye; No. 7 Handley at No. 2 James Wood; No. 6 Sherando at No. 3 Millbrook; No. 5 Kettle Run at No. 4 Liberty.

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Fauquier clinched the Northwestern District’s regular-season title and an automatic regional playoff spot and will enjoy a first-round bye in this week’s playoffs.

Elsewhere, Kettle Run is riding a three-game win streak, while Liberty has dropped its last four to fall from first to fourth.

Kettle Run was at Liberty in Tuesday’s quarterfinals, with that winner playing top seed Fauquier in a Friday semifinal.

Kettle Run downed the Eagles, 11-5, on May 10 behind home runs

by Kylie Wilkerson and Delanet Lail. Wilkerson finished with three hits as did Kaley Frazier. Amanda Gordon added two hits, while Wilkerson struck out 10 in seven innings, The Cougars added a 20-0 whitewash of Handley the next day on a 15-hit attack. Leah Trible had three hits to two each for Carys Gohlmann and Frazier. Lail tripled and Paige Bagwelll doubled for Kettle Run.

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HORSE BRIEFS LEES WINS NATIONAL PHOTO CONTEST Warrenton photographer Douglas Lees won another national prize Saturday, the American Horse Publications Equine Media Awards photo of the year.

In the winning action photo, jockey Courtney Dankanich catches some air on Debra Kachel’s Pony Up in a hurdle race at the 2021 Virginia Gold Cup meet.

Lees is no stranger to awards – he’s won two Eclipse Awards for best racing photograph of the year, both for steeplechase shots.

AHP awards were started in 1976 to honor the equestrian press. This year’s conference and awards were held in Lexington, Kentucky.

Complete results from the AHP awards are at amercianhorsepubs.org.

HELPING THOSE WHO HELP HORSES An open trail ride is scheduled Saturday, May 28 to benefit the Little Fork Volunteer Technical Large Animal Rescue Team that assists local responders and livestock owners.

The entry fee is tax-deductible.

Riders can take off on the marked, self-guided trail ride from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Three Oaks Farm in Rixeyville.

There are judged pleasure ride-style

obstacles along the way for practice.

Find the sign-up form at littleforkvfrc.org.

EQUINE RESCUE LEAGUE OPEN HOUSE THIS WEEKEND The Equine Rescue League in Lovettsville will host its annual open house May 21 and 22. There are bake and tack sales, pony events, rescue horses available and more. Admission is free, with donations encouraged to the non-profit organization.

Find more about the event and the group’s mission at equinerescueleague.org.

RESCHEDULED TWA EVENTS AT WARRENTON SHOWGROUNDS The TWA schooling series resumes with a hunter show May 28 and a jumper show May 29 at the Warrenton Horse Show grounds. Other show dates are June 18 and 19, July 23 and 24, Sept. 24 and 25 and Oct. 8 and 9.

Find details, prize list and online entry at twahorseshows.yolasite.com.

PICTURESQUE FARM SHOW SCHEDULE PUBLISHED Picturesque Farm in Warrenton will host a series of hunter schooling shows through the summer. Show dates are June 14 and 22, July 6, 13, 20 and 27, and Aug. 3 and 10. ®

Divisions range from leadline through pleasure and low hunter.

The full prize list and entry details are at picturesquefarm.com.

FOUR WINDS FARM HOSTS HUNTER, WESTERN SERIES Four Winds Farm in Nokesville hosts this year’s Prince William Horse Association English and western show series.

English show dates are June 19, July 10, Aug. 14, Sept. 18 and Oct. 9, with divisions ranging from hunter in-hand to working hunter.

Western show dates are June 12, July 3, Aug. 7, Sept. 11 and Oct. 2, with divisions ranging from grooming and showmanship to a working ranch division, games and speed classes.

Complete information is at pwha. net.

SUMMERDUCK RUN SERIES POSTED Summerduck Run Farm in Culpeper hosts a hunter schooling series this summer. Dates are May 29, Aug. 28 and Sept. 25, with divisions ranging from pre-short stirrup to working hunter, with a special thoroughbred hunter division.

A prize list is available on the farm’s Facebook page.

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Local photographer Douglas Lees won a national award for this unusual photo from last year’s Virginia Gold Cup races.

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Second annual Juneteenth celebration planned for June 18 A celebration of Juneteenth will take place on Main Street in Warrenton on Saturday, June 18 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. “As we are building upon our first-year major success and response from the community, the Juneteenth Committee looks forward to the event staying true to its roots and working organically with Fauquier County to shed light, provide historical significance and promote culture,” said Barrie Newman, one of the organizers of the event.

Declared a state and federal holiday in 2021, Juneteenth is the oldest national commemoration of the end of slavery in America. The holiday originates in Texas where, on June 19, 1865, U.S. Army troops arrived in Galveston, and Gen. Gordon Granger publicly read an executive decree that the more than 250,000 Black people still being held in bondage in Texas were free. This was almost two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation had gone into effect.

Organizers say that Juneteenth is a time for reflection as well as

“We’re excited about this year’s Juneteenth celebration. We look forward to our community celebrating freedom while enjoying the rich culture of the African American experience,” said Dr. T. Tyronne Champion, another Juneteenth committee member.

Admission is free. Vendor booths will be open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The deadline for vendors to apply is June 6.

The Juneteenth celebration is sponsored by the AAHA, View Tree Lodge #142, Fauquier NAACP and In-A-Bein, with additional support from local businesses.

Janae Strother with the group GPVibe entertains the crowd at last year’s Juneteenth celebration.

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Arts and crafts and food vendors will offer their wares along Main Street. Live music, presentations and contests will take place on stages

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When: Saturday, June 18, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Where: Main Street, Warrenton For more information or to register for an event: • Email: fauquiercountyjuneteenth@gmail.com • Call: 540-905-5712 • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100067411209488 • Website: https://www.naacpfauquiercounty.org/event-details/2nd-annualjuneteenth-celebration

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These property transfers, filed May 4-10, 2022 were provided by Clerk of the Court of Fauquier County. (Please note that to conserve space, only the first person named as the grantor or grantee is listed. The kind of instrument is a deed unless stated otherwise.)

Top Dollar Deal: $5,175,000 in Scott District Cedar Run District Lewis J. Bender Tr. to Blue Frog Environmental LLC, 24.5314 acres on Elk Run Road nr. Catlett. $450,000 Rockwood Homes LLC to Dean Shelton Smith, 6.1517 acres at 4624 Kimberwood Lane, Midland. $669,565 Kristine Nhi Ngoc Tran to Michael Hurley, 1.5 acres at 13581 Blackwell’s Mill Roads E. of Goldvein. $270,000 RFI WC LC to NVR Inc., 0.6035 acre on Travers Place, Warrenton. $222,000

Corner Road, Bealeton. $400,000 Trigon Homes LLC to Michael S. Haugan, 11389 Falling Creek Drive, Bealeton. $580,044 Mark S. Dzindzio to Adam J. Hagan, 0.5518 acre at 403 W. Main Street, Remington. $435,000

Paula C. Poston to Maronda Homes of Virginia LLC, 0.73 acre on Evans Avenue, Warrenton. $240,000

renton. $560,000

Marshall District

Donald S. Collamer to John Ryan Larson, 1.0962 acre at 8732 Springs Hollow Road Scott District Abby P. Rutledge to Devin McElfish, 1.9410 nr. Warrenton. $500,000 David H. Schaffner to Kimberley J. Ramey, acre at 6757 Gray’s Mill Road nr. Warren4.2735 acres on Keith Road nr. Warrenton. ton. $947,000 Center District Mary Ann O. Scali to Annabell Havill, 7290 $200,000 Gada LLC to Caspian Estates LLC, 1300 Hector E. Cortes Flores to Carol Butler, Reese Court nr. Warrenton. $920,000 sq. ft. at Warrenton Medical Center, 436 4535 Appledale Court, Marshall. $245,000 Philip S. Lawrence Tr. to Marcelo SanHospital Drive, Warrenton. $255,000 guinetti Tr., 262.9100 acres at 3358 White- Upperville Properties LLC to Reynards Keeley A. Franklin to 61 Winchester LLC, Retreat LLC, 0.5424 acres at 9229 Patrick wood Road, The Plains. $5,175,000 0.3193 acre at 61 Winchester Street, WarStreet nr. Upperville. $470,000 Darren S. Sekol to Robert G. Laing, 4552 Lee District renton. $600,000 TEL Properties LLC to Edward Taylor, 2 Spring Run Road nr.

Warrenton. $835,000 Ashley M. McPhee-Brown to Steve Digby, Joshua T. Purvis to William David Cavedon, acres at 4163 Hardscrabble Road, Linden.

Edward H. Quick to Patrick Lawrence Unit K, 11242 Torrie Way, Bealeton.

6516 Acorn Court, Warrenton. $650,000 Smith, 7155 Shepherdstown Road nr. War- $650,000 $187,500 Calvert Avenue LLC to Caliber Homerenton. $735,000 NVR Inc. to Shahadat Akbar, 0.2649 acre at Summerfield Investments LLC to Kingston Ranch Development LLC, 1.7811 acres on FS Development LLC to NVR Inc., 0.5791 builder Inc., 3.240 acres on Wilson Road, 4097 Clarke Street, Bealeton. $528,670 Marshall. $160,000 acre and 0.6899 acre on Saddlebred Place, Jose N. Morales to Vilma Cecilia Mendoza, Waterloo Street, Warrenton. $275,000 Ryan S. Eagle to Jill Dusenberry, 0.3109 acre Kelly R. Willms to K. E. Smith Tr., 14.1120 New Baltimore/Warrenton. $610,000 11209 Freedom Court, Bealeton. $480,000 at 164 East Shirley Avenue and 0.0593 acre acres at 9565 Briar Lane nr. Delaplane.

Lakeside Homes LLC to John J. Rush Jr. Stephen A. Runge to Justin George Gregory, 0.64464 acre at 12254 Piney Lane, Remington. on East Shirley Avenue, Warrenton. $530,000 Tr., 0.9189 acre at 9801 Thoroughbred Road $1,700,000 James M. Davison to Anthony Robert Hau- nr. Warrenton. $1,150,000 Robert Olavi Nylander to Maria Rodriguez, $220,000 gan, 805 Colonel Edmonds Court, Warren- Michael DiGiacomo to Benjamin Moroney 0.1801 acre at 8292 Wild Aster Court, MarCathy S. Lafever to Chester Wayne Stribling, 1.5113 acres at 4410 Courtney’s ton. $440,000 Hadinger, 7310 Auburn Mill Road nr. War- shall. $319,900

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OBITUARIES Glenn Douglas Petty

Alexandra Atlee Alls Burton

December 5, 1956 – May 11, 2022

Alex, 36, of Stephens City, VA passed away May 9, 2022, after a 5-year battle with breast cancer. She was surrounded by her loving family.

Alex leaves behind her loving husband, Rick and their four-year-old son, Hunter, her mother and stepfather, Cheryl and Jim Alls. Her father and stepmother, Malcolm and Priscilla Alls. Her sisters, Jennifer (Jeff) Gossett, Erin (Fabio Borges) Alls and Chelsea (Jonathan) Greer. Her mother-in-law, Denise Burton, her sisters-in-law, Ramona (Arron Hogue), and Mary (Ronald) Mitchem. Her nieces and nephews: Julia, Jason, Jeffrey, Jackson, Griffin, Nate, Elisha and Avangeline.

Alex had worked at Lord Fairfax Community College for several years and was a devoted member of the Winchester recovery community.

The visitation was held at Omps Funeral Home, 1600 Amherst St., Winchester, VA 22601 on May 13, 2022, from 6pm-8pm.

The funeral service was held at Omps Funeral Home, 1600 Amherst St., Winchester, VA 22601 on May 14, 2022, at 11am. Interment followed at Macedonia Memorial Cemetery, 1941 Macedonia Church Rd., White Post, VA 22663.

A reception took place at Omps Funeral Home, 1600 Amherst St., Winchester, VA 22601 immediately following interment.

Flowers may be sent to Omps Funeral Home. Donations may be made in Alex’s name to INOVA’S Schar Cancer Institute, 8110 Gatehouse Rd., Suite 200 East, Falls Church, VA 22042.

Please visit obituaries and tribute wall at ompsfuneralhome.com

Glenn Douglas Petty, 65, of Warrenton, Virginia, passed away May 11, 2022, at the University of Virginia Medical Center in Charlottesville, Virginia, after complications of the treatment of lymphoma.

A service and celebration of his life will be held at Saint James’ Episcopal Church, where he was a member, at 73 Culpeper Street, Warrenton, on Friday, May 20, at 2:00 pm.

Officiating, The Rev. Benjamin Maas.

Glenn was born in Patagonia, Arizona, to Col. Floyd Ernest Petty and Mary Ann Petty.

His father’s career in the U.S. Army had Glenn’s early years spent in Arizona, Germany, New Jersey and Fairfax, Virginia. The family settled in Markham, Virginia, in 1966, on Gibraltar Farm. Glenn joined his older sister Gail in horseback riding and show jumping, guided by his mother’s involvement in the sport. For Glenn, it led to a lifelong love of the horse industry.

He graduated from Fauquier High School in 1975 and from James Madison University in 1980 with a degree in journalism. After serving as horse sports editor of the Fauquier Times Democrat, Glenn continued to follow his passion serving many impactful roles in the Virginia thoroughbred industry. In his decades long career, he spearheaded the Virginia Thoroughbred Association with three separate terms as Executive Director, playing an integral role in the industry’s efforts to bring parimutuel wagering to the Commonwealth and the formation of the Virginia Breeders Fund. He also served as a senior advisor to the Maryland Jockey Club during the development and opening years of Colonial Downs Racetrack in New Kent, Virginia. Prior to his work at the VTA, Glenn played a key role at EMO Insurance with Ernie Oare, serving as Operations Director where he was instrumental in the formation of racing, breeding and pinhooking partnerships and the formation and operation of EMO horse and farm insurance. He also worked in partnership with Tyson Gilpin for many years at the Stallion Service Bureau as a bloodstock advisor. In addition to these roles, Glenn served as Interim Executive Director of the Virginia Horse Center, a job he dearly loved, and served as a member, and later chair, of the Virginia Horse Industry Board, appointed by former Governor Mark Warner. Though a 2014 diagnosis of CNS lymphoma impacted his work in the equine industry, he was a horseracing fan throughout his life. Along with his wife and children, Glenn watched Rich Strike win the Kentucky Derby in his hospital room, where his enthusiasm showed despite how poorly he felt.

Glenn’s biggest love was his family, and fatherhood was his greatest joy. He delighted in all the love his children brought into his life, and they will greatly miss him. Glenn cheered them on through youth football, basketball, soccer, lacrosse, and riding lessons, and later in high school games, plays, art shows and more. He made great salsa and homemade pizza, planned fun family vacations, and was a wonderful example of a caring and encouraging father.

Glenn’s life was rich with friendships, which he valued tremendously.

He loved to fish, golf and ski – especially with friends on golf trips to Pinehurst, ski trips to Park City and Seven Springs, and fishing on the Shenandoah River or any convenient river or ocean. After playing basketball and football in high school, he continued with rec volleyball and basketball for several years. Glenn was a huge supporter of the Washington Commanders, the Washington Nationals, the JMU Dukes, and the UNC Tarheels (he liked to say he married into a nest of Tarheels).

Glenn also loved to listen to Tony Kornheiser’s podcast, and he would fully endorse Dan Snyder selling the team. A writer at heart, he entertained friends and family for years with his Today’s ACC Headlines blog, which specialized in misspelling the name of a coach whose name begins with the letter “K” (and shall not be written here). He saw lots of live music over the years and loved Jimmy Buffett, Bruce Springsteen, the Rolling Stones, and Jerry Jeff Walker, to name a few. Glenn found his time on a mission trip to Haiti very meaningful, and he was an active member of the Warrenton Rotary Club for several years, along with other local charitable efforts.

Survivors include his wife, Amy Thomas Petty, daughter, Anna Galina Petty, son, William “Toly” Petty, brother, Joel Petty and his wife Yana, nephews David and Pasha, and niece Donna. Glenn is also survived by Amy’s parents, Dr. and Mrs. Robert Thomas, of Ramseur, North Carolina, who loved him like a son.

He was predeceased by his parents and much-loved sister Gail Petty Williams.

Glenn’s family thanks staff at UVA Medical Center for care over the past eight years, especially Dr. David Schiff, Dr. Guillermo Solorzano and Amanda Lane. They also thank the many family, friends and neighbors who have shown love through countless visits and acts of kindness. In lieu of flowers, those choosing to donate in his memory can do so to Saint James’ Episcopal Church, Fauquier County SPCA, or a therapeutic riding or thoroughbred retirement nonprofit in your area.

Dennis (Duane) Thompson Dennis (Duane) Thompson of Warrenton, VA passed away peacefully on May 15, 2022.

Retired pharmacist and owner of Rhodes Drug Store, son of Dennis C. Thompson and Juanita J. Thompson of Front Royal, VA. Duane is survived by his wife of 48 years Becky Gouldthorpe Thompson, son Scott Braden Thompson, daughter Stephanie Thompson Ryan, five grandchildren (Paige, Harper, Reed, Wade, and Braden), sister Pam T. Wilson of Richmond, VA and brother Mark J. Thompson of Luray, VA. Duane graduated from the Medical College of Virginia School of Pharmacy, where he took pride in tutoring his fellow students and was voted President of the School of Pharmacy. He loved teaching and sharing information, and that love was evident when he was appointed to the staff of the VCU School of Pharmacy as a Clinical Professor of Pharmacy, where he provided internships and professed knowledge to up and coming pharmacy students.

As an active community member in the Town of Warrenton, Duane organized and was Co-Chairman of the first annual Old Town Warrenton Spring Festival, a huge event for the town which continues today as an annual tradition. He also served as the President of the Old Town Warrenton Business & Professional Association, the Warrenton-Fauquier Optimist Club and the Warrenton-Fauquier Jaycees. As a bustling member of the Jaycees, he was heavily involved and organized multiple community events, notably the annual Christmas Toy Workshop and the Haunted House, and was voted Jaycee of the Year for the state of Virginia.

He was also the Founder and State Program Manager for the “Mr. Yuk” Poison Prevention Program, which was presented to public school children throughout the state. This program was Duane’s brainchild, born out of his concern for the day-to-day safety of all children. His huge community involvement continued as he was a charter member of both Hospice of Fauquier and Crime Solvers of Fauquier County.

Duane’s attitude towards life may best be described as “get-up-andgo”. After he retired from his dream job of owning a pharmacy, he could often be found hustling down the streets of Old Town Warrenton, stopping to chat with friends and visiting the bank and the post office daily. Duane was an avid fisherman and loved everything about the craft; from fishing in local ponds with his grandchildren, to multiple angling trips to Alaska, to adding a fly-fishing shop to the pharmacy and teaching various fly-fishing skills, his love for all things fishing was evident to all that knew him. He also enjoyed golf outings, traveling with his wife and friends, popping in for casual visits with acquaintances, and spending time with his pets. His generosity touched many lives in Warrenton and beyond. Of all of his many accomplishments, his greatest joy was found in spending time with his family, and especially with his grandchildren.

The pride he took in being “Poppi” to Paige, Harper, Reed, Wade, and Braden was evident to all who knew him.

When a mighty Oak falls, the entire forest shakes.

In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Alzheimer’s Association (www. alz.org) in Duane’s name to honor his parents and his love of science are appreciated.

Service announcements to follow.

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OBITUARIES John Dean “Dino” Chichester, Jr. John Dean “Dino” Chichester, Jr., of Warrenton, VA, 57, passed away May 11, 2022. He was born June 15, 1964.

Dino is survived by his wife, Rose Chichester, a daughter, Zae Chichester; his mother, Monique Addison, his father, John Chichester, Sr. (Shirley), brother, Darryl (Marie) Chichester; sister, Andrea Grant; his step father, Butler Grant; three nephews: Durrell Chichester, DaeShaun Chichester and Unique Banks; and three great-nephews.

A memorial service will be take place on Monday, May 23, 2022, from 11:00 am until 12:00 pm at Little Zion Baptist Church, 7600 Greenville Road, Nokesville, Virginia, 20181. Rev. James McCray will deliver the eulogy.

Jane Carolline Rowe January 24, 1939 - April 14, 2022 Jane was a devoted mother, grandmother, equestrian, and caregiver. Passionate about life, Jane loved God, her family, friends, animals, and our great country. She served God and humanity as a registered nurse here and around the world.

Born in New York City, Jane trained in ballet under George Balanchine at the School of American Ballet and acting under Lee Strasburg. Injuries derailed her ballet career, but she excelled in acting and secured parts on television and on stage. Later she felt that her education in music, arts, and drama skills helped prepare her for travel, public speaking, medical and military experiences.

Jane loved to travel. She visited locations independently and as a stewardess throughout the United Kingdom, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and the Caribbean. She served as a flight attendant on Swiss Air Flights to Algeria to rescue the French after the Algerian government was overthrown. She was a stewardess on Seaboard Airlines military contract flights to airlift soldiers in and out of South Vietnam.

In April 1969, Jane met Major James N. Rowe, “Nick”. He had been a POW in Vietnam for five years. It was truly love at first sight for them.

They married on December 27, 1969.

She was a spokesperson for national radio and television in the United States from 1970 to 1973. She and Nick lectured throughout the United States on Politically related topics. She was one of the first women who gave lectures on Psycho-Politics to British Intelligence and the British Armed Forces Staff College. She was Nick’s political campaign manager when he ran for State Comptroller in Texas in 1974. She served as a Special Assistant to President Nixon.

She was the assistant editor for Nick’s book, Five Years to Freedom, a researcher for Nick’s second book, The Judas Squad and she contributed to the book, The Washington Connection, of which Nick was a CoAuthor.

Jane was also an accomplished equestrian. She loved showing show hunters and jumpers, foxhunting, and playing polo.

In 1978 the family moved to The Plains, VA. She was a devoted mother who shared her love of equestrian sports and animals with her two daughters. Jane was a devout Christian and was an active member of her church’s community outreach.

She trained and served as an EMT in Rescue Squads in Fauquier County.

Jane went back to school at Shenandoah University to become a registered nurse specializing in pediatrics and geriatrics. Over the years, Jane worked in home health care and at nursing and rehabilitation centers.

She served on missionary trips to provide health care as an R.N. through CERT International. These and other trips within the United States were often made possible through her local churches, Faith Christian Church, and The Bridge Community Church. In addition, she was proud to serve with the Virginia Defense Force as their Medical Officer.

A Celebration of Life Service was held Saturday, May 14, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. at Faith Christian Church, 6472 Duhollow Road, Warrenton, VA 20187. Graveside at Brightview Cemetery was after the service. A reception was held at the church.

Jane is survived by her daughters Deborah Rowe McLaughlin of Louisiana, Christina Nicole Rowe of Virginia and six grandchildren.

The family asks that donations be made to The Green Beret Foundation or Faith Christian Church in place of flowers.

Irving Lee “Popcorn” Bushrod, Sr. Irving Lee “Popcorn” Bushrod, Sr., of Manassas, VA. August 2, 1929 May 10, 2022.

Services will be held on Friday, May 20th. Visitation at 10 am followed by the funeral service at 11 am at Mount Nebo Baptist Church, 4679 Free State Road, Marshall, VA 20115.

Moser Funeral Home, Warrenton, VA is handling the arrangements.

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Michael Edward Richards, Sr. Michael Edward Richards, Sr., 59, of Midland, VA, passed May 11, 2022.

He was born on September 14, 1962.

Michael is survived by his wife, Florence M. Richards of Midland, VA; three sons: Michael Richards, Jr., David Howard of Warrenton, VA, and Devin Skinner all of Warrenton, VA; four daughters: Sabrina Berry of North Carolina, Amanda (Torry) Winston of Petersburg, VA, Kaylynn Howard of Bealeton, VA, and Tamia Marie of Warrenton, VA; two step sons: Marvin Webster of Manassas, VA, and Lawrence Webster of Harrisonburg, VA; three sisters: Gale Richards of Fredericksburg, VA, Dorethea (Ben) Bunn of Culpeper, VA, and Katina (Samuel) Gardner of New York, NY; two aunts: Betty Tibbs of Sterling, VA and Carolyn Williams of Fairfax, VA; and 13 grandchildren.

Family will receive friends on Friday, May 20, 2022, 11 am until 12 pm with funeral services starting at 12 pm at Joynes Funeral Home, 29 N. Third St., Warrenton, VA, 20186. Rev. E.L. Smiling will deliver the eulogy.

Interment will be in Clever’s Oak Baptist Church Cemetery, Goldvein, VA.

Elizabeth Williams Gookin Elizabeth Williams Gookin, at age 100, died at home on Wednesday, May 11, 2022, after a brief illness. She was born in Washington, D.C. on April 7, 1922. Betty was the wife of Richard Gookin and mother of Elizabeth Stewart Meyer Anderson (Richard) and Anne Kimbrough Meyer Ford (James), and stepmother of Liza Lowndes Gookin Hodskins (Steven).

Betty’s parents were Mr. and Mrs. John Chauncy Williams of “Rockhill,” Casanova, Virginia; her grandparents were General and Mrs. Baldwin Day Spilman of “Elway Hall,” Warrenton. She was the great granddaughter of U.S. Senator and Mrs. Johnson Newlon Camden of West Virginia.

Betty was one of the first students at the Warrenton Calvert School which later became Highland School. She attended St. Catherine’s School in Richmond and later graduated from Oldfields School at Glencoe, Maryland. Betty received a B.A. degree from Sweet Briar College in 1944.

She was an educator in Richmond for many years and a founder of Stony Point School in nearby Bon Air. In 1971, she moved to Middleburg, Virginia, where she taught at Hill School for three years, after which, as a spouse, she took a special interest in her husband’s career at the Department of State in Washington. Betty was much admired in promoting goodwill with members of the diplomatic corps and their families, and with visiting foreign chiefs of state and heads of government, who were guests of the President.

In 1994, on the death of her aunt, Margaret Spilman Bowden, Betty and Richard moved to “The Oaks,” near Warrenton. Betty was a gracious hostess, opening “The Oaks,” to community charitable events, family weddings and celebrations, and holiday gatherings.

Betty was twice President of the Warrenton Antiquarian Society, an active member of St. James’ Episcopal Church in Warrenton, a board member of the Fauquier County SPCA, and of the John S. Mosby Foundation.

Lovingly known as “Gigi” to her five grandchildren, Michael Anderson (Kathryn), Caroline Elizabeth Anderson (deceased), Anne Berkeley, David Ford and Christopher Ford (Megan), and to her great-grandchildren Margaret Caroline Anderson and Walter Stewart Anderson, she will be remembered for her warmth, humor, and charm, devotion to family, and life-long support of animal welfare causes.

A memorial service will be held Wednesday, May 18, 2022, at 4 pm at St. James Episcopal Church, 73 Culpeper St., Warrenton, VA. Memorial contributions may be made to the Fauquier County SPCA, PO Box 733, Warrenton, VA 20188, or to the Warrenton Antiquarian Society, PO Box 239, Warrenton, VA 20188, for the restoration of “Weston.”

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OBITUARIES Tevin Gordon Chaney Tevin Gordon Chaney, 52, son of the late Bruce Gordon Chaney and Sandra June Chaney, joined his father in Heaven on April 28, 2022. At the time, he was on Medical Retirement from the Central Intelligence Agency.

Tevin was born August 15, 1969, in Paris, France, while his father was working at the American Embassy there. The family moved to New Delhi, India, where Tevin began primary school before returning to the U.S. and settling in Warrenton, VA. Tevin graduated from Fauquier High School and then was a proud 1987 graduate of Mary Washington College, majoring in music. He put his major to good use, singing and dancing for several years at Busch Gardens in Williamsburg and then performing with Holland America Cruise Lines. In 1999, Tevin returned to Williamsburg, where he owned and operated MiniGolf America miniature golf course for almost ten years. After earning a degree in Geographical Information Science (GIS) from the University of Maryland, he worked for the City of Alexandria before joining the Central Intelligence Agency in 2013.

Tevin leaves behind his mother (in Culpeper, VA), brothers and sisters-in-law Eric and Diane (in Fall River, MA) and Colin and Cathy (in Culpeper), and niece and nephews Ian, Caitlyn, and Bruce.

A Celebration of Tevin’s Life is planned for Saturday, May 28, 2022, from 5-7 p.m. at the WAR Craft Brewery and Winery, 7851 White Oak Road, Rapidan, VA 22733, Tel: 571-445-5869, In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you send a donation to the American Cancer Society or the National Park Service

Bettie Anne Pennington 15 April 1932 - 06 May 2022 Bettie Anne Pennington, 90, of Warrenton VA, noted Real Estate Broker, passed away peacefully on 06 May at Skyview Springs Center, Luray VA. She happily celebrated her 90th birthday in good spirits with family before her passing.

She was born in Waynesboro VA, and was daughter of John MelvinWine and Mary Harris Wine, of Front Royal VA. A long-time resident of Warrenton VA, she was a successful real estate professional for nearly five decades.

Mrs. Pennington was also Director of Human Resources and Patient Accounts at Fauquier Hospital, and served in other roles for the Hospital and for doctors in private practice.

She moved to Warrenton in 1959 with her husband Ray M. Pennington JR., and their children, when Mr. Pennington accepted a position as Radiologic Technician, first at the old Warrenton Hospital on Waterloo Street, and then the newly constructed Fauquier Hospital.

She was a loyal member of the Orlean Baptist Church family, Marshall Virginia, where she helped lead the fund raising efforts for the church’s beautiful stained glass windows project.

She loved farming and raised Jerusalem Cross donkeys on her farm in Nelson County VA. Her greatest joy was spending time with family. She never hesitated to help those in need anyway she possibly could.

Bettie is predeceased by: her parents John and Mary Wine, husband Ray M. Pennington JR., her brother Dr. Byron (BB) Wine, brother J.W. Wine, sister Shirley Burke, and granddaughter Mary Elizabeth Williams.

She is survived by her brother Dr. Philip E. Wine, and five children: Bonnie Williams, Ray M. Pennington III, John W. Pennington, Edward A. Pennington, and Mark B. Pennington; nine grandchildren: Gregory Williams, John Philip Pennington, Sally Pennington, Ross Pennington, Mark Byron Pennington JR, Anne Beaudrot Pennington, Hatcher Pennington, Philip Edward Digges Pennington, and, and Caroline Mosby Pennington; and four great-grandchildren: Gregory Thomas (GT) Williams JR., Mason Byron Pennington, George Wyatt Pennington, and Molly-Beth Pennington.

A private interment service and celebration of Bettie’s life will be held on a later date at the Wintergreen family cemetery in Nelson County VA. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to: Orlean Baptist Church, 6575 John Barton Payne Rd., Marshall Virginia, 20115; POC Reverend Randy West, randywest0782@aol.com.

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Harland Haines Gregg Harland Haines Gregg, 85 of Marshall, VA passed away on May 10, 2022 at his home.

He was born on December 28, 1936 in Fauquier County, a son of the late Carroll and Mary Edwards Gregg.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife of 56 years, Jane Frazier Gregg; a brother Thomas “Cotton” Gregg and a sister, Eleanor T. Campbell.

Mr. Gregg did drywall work and then worked for Crestwood Optical making glasses. His last work was as farm manager for Valhalla Farm.

Harland was a member of Belvoir Assembly of God Church and a member of the former Warrenton Assembly of God where he served both as a Deacon.

He is survived by his daughter, Jeanie G. Flood; his son, Harland Terry (Kim) Gregg; his siblings, Carroll (Doris) Gregg and Richard (Nancy) Gregg both of Marshall and Joan E. (Jimmy) Edwards, of Manassas; two grandchildren Carrie Beth (Greg) Taylor of Hopewell, VA and Sherrie Lee Mason, of Lynchburg, VA; and three great grandchildren, Sarrah Beth Taylor and Bradlee Taylor both of Hopewell and Mason Hurt of Lynchburg.

The family will receive friends on Saturday, May 21 from 2:00 PM until the funeral service begins at 3:00 PM at Moser Funeral Home Warrenton. Interment will follow at Orlean Cemetery.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Carroll E. Gregg, Sr., Richard F. Gregg, James (Jimmy) Edwards and Mason Hurt. Active pallbearers will be Terry Gregg, Bradlee and Greg Taylor, John Piper, Thom Hedden and Dwayne Edwards.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Orlean Vol. Fire Department. Online condolences may be made at www. moserfuneralhome.com.

Lorne Blaine Holmes Lorne Blaine Holmes, 56 of Marshall, VA was called home by God on Saturday, May 7, 2022. Lorne will be remembered for his easy smile, his vibrant faith, his love for his family (especially his cherished wife Deanna and beloved son Zac), and his irrepressible enthusiasm for his many passions.

He was a home inspector for nearly 25 years, and worked for Smith Midland setting up concrete barriers for special events. He was a natural athlete and excelled at baseball, football, soccer, and many years as a dynamic leader on the church softball team. He was a devoted coach of youth soccer, had an obsessive zeal for disc golf, and was an avid fan of DC United.

Lorne’s faith was deep and joyful. He was an active and long-time member of Midland Church of the Brethren. His gifts included teaching youth Sunday School, frequent lay-preaching both at Midland and at Woodbridge Church of the Brethren, and chairing the church leadership team. Upon request, Lorne would grow a beard and dress the part of Jesus to inspire people as he recited Jesus’ 111-verse ‘Sermon on the Mount’, which he knew by heart.

He had a calling for service, and served on two mission trips to Honduras. Most recently, he led the church’s Servant Ministries team, and was instrumental in starting Field of Boaz, the first growing project in Virginia for ‘Growing Hope Globally.’ The project supports an effort to build greenhouses in the mountains of Guatemala to offer a more permanent solution to food insecurity in that region.

Lorne is survived by his wife Deanna Holmes; his son Zachary Holmes; his father Herb (Joyce) Holmes; his mother Shirley Funkhouser (Johnny) Brooks; his sister Regina Holmes; and many relatives and friends.

Lorne ended every prayer with this wisdom to encourage us all: “Lord, help us to love each other as you have loved us”.

The family received friends on Thursday, May 12 from 6-8 PM at Midland Church of the Brethren, and funeral services were held on Friday, May 13 at 11 AM (also at the church). Interment followed in the church cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Midland Church of the Brethren, 10434 Old Carolina Road, Midland, VA 22728.

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OBITUARIES DIANA FLOOD SMITH On May 3, 2022, Diana F. Smith passed on to eternal rest after suffering from chronic lung infections for many years.

She is survived by her loving husband of sixty-two years, Wilbur L. Smith, and their children: Sean, Suzanne, and Timothy (Margaret).

Diana was born to James and Margaret (Labutis) Flood in Pottsville, Pennsylvania, on March 18, 1940.

She grew up in Minersville, Pennsylvania, where as a teenager Diana and her friends would take the bus into Philadelphia to dance on American Bandstand. She was educated by the Sisters of St. Casimir at St. Francis of Assisi and subsequently graduated from Minersville High School in 1958.

Upon graduation Diana moved to Alexandria, Virginia, and began work for the Central Intelligence Agency. The only secret she shared with family was she stayed late to lock the safes every evening. Following a stint at home raising her children, Diana returned to work while continuing to focus on her family and retired from George Mason University after twenty-two years of service.

Diana will be remembered for her vibrant personality, her sweet disposition, and her delightful laugh. She considered her greatest achievement the college educations she provided for her three children.

Diana was an associate member of the George Washington High School Alumni Association and an active member of the Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary Fr. Herman J. Veger Council #5561.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Sunday, May 15, 2022 at Moser Funeral Home, 233 Broadview Avenue, Warrenton, Virginia. A funeral mass will be celebrated at 10:30 AM Monday, May 16, 2022 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Warrenton Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 271 Winchester Street, Warrenton, Virginia 20186.

Condolences and memories may be shared at moserfuneralhome.com.

Jane Cox Kline Jane Cox Kline, of Manassas, Virginia, passed away at her home on Saturday, May 7, 2022.

Born on March 9, 1931, in Harrisonburg, Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Stuart Hensel and Mattie McLaughlin Cox. Jane graduated from Dayton High School in Dayton, Virginia. On October 16, 1955, she married Orrin M. Kline, Jr. at Bethlehem Brethren Church in Harrisonburg, Virginia. As a young woman, Jane served as a secretary for Allied Mills in Harrisonburg, VA. Upon moving to Manassas, VA., Orrin and Jane openly welcomed many friends and family to their home.

Jane was a gifted homemaker and a talented seamstress. She was an active member of Manassas Church of the Brethren and served as church secretary for many years. She was also an active member of the Lovina Conner Circle at the church. For over 50 years, Jane served as a volunteer for The Prince William Hospital Auxiliary (The Pink Ladies), of which she was a founding member.

Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings, Rosalind, William, Stan (Erma) and Robert (Sarah).

Jane is survived by her loving husband of 66 years, Orrin M. Kline, Jr., her daughters, Karen Kline Fleishman (John) of Dayton, VA, and Martha Kline Allen (Rick) of Warrenton, VA, her grandchildren, Elizabeth F. Rhodes (Chad), Daniel M. Fleishman (Emily), and Abigail Jane Allen and her great-grandchildren, Ava Rhodes, Quinn Rhodes, Mila Rhodes and Caroline Fleishman. Also surviving are nieces, Carolyn Cox Wilson, and Roberta Cox Shantz (Gordon).

The family offers thanks to the dedicated caregivers of Sharing Hearts Home Healthcare.

A private graveside Interment took place on Thursday, May 12, 2022, at Cannon Branch Cemetery with Rev. Mandy North officiating.

The family invites friends to join in a celebration of Jane’s life on Sunday, May 22, 2022, beginning at 2:00 p.m. at the Manassas Church of the Brethren, 10047 Nokesville Road, Manassas, VA. A reception and continued time of fellowship will immediately follow.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Prince William Hospital Auxiliary or Church of the Brethren Disaster Ministries, 601 Main Street., P.O. Box 188, New Windsor, MD 21776-0118.

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Wreaths are not just for the holidays. When hanging on a door during other times of the year, it can often indicate that a family is in mourning after the death of a loved one. Mourning wreaths are considered a sign of public grief, and these unique wreaths have been around for hundreds of years. They are also often placed on the casket at a funeral. Mourning wreaths come in various styles, sizes, and colors; however, white or black are the most popular color options.

Many families often find it difficult to talk about their deceased loved ones.

Placing a mourning wreath on the front door allows people to know what has happened without the family talking about it.

When a loved one dies, grieving family members and friends often are confronted with dozens of decisions about the funeral -- all of which must be made quickly and often under great emotional duress. At MOSER FUNERAL HOME, we value our reputation for providing the highest quality of professional services with the personal attention and understanding needed to help you and your family through a difficult time. To learn more, please call (540) 347-3431 or see us at our 233 Broadview Ave., Warrenton facility.

Our BRIGHT VIEW CEMETERY is located just outside of Warrenton “Can I see another’s woe, and not be

in sorrow too? Can I see another’s grief, and not seek for kind relief?”

William Blake

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

• SUNDAY SCHOOL: Children & Adults 10 a.m.

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

www.gracechurchcasanova.org

St. John The Baptist Anglican Church

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

540-364-2554 Facebook: stjohnsmarshall “At the Stop Light in Marshall”

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

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Rentals — Houses

088

Rentals — Wanted

256

Miscellaneous For Sale

261

Miscellaneous Wanted

350

Business Services

375

Home Healthcare

Rentals — Apartments Spring Into Action, Find Your Golden Egg While There Are Vacancies At One of Our Properties!

540-349-4297 l TDD 711

Steeplechase Manor

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Amissville, bsmt 1BR apt, priv. ent, full bath, kitchenette, no pets/ smkg. Furnished. $1200/mo. incds util.

703-314-9493

Place Your Ad Today Call 888-351-1660

Orlean APARTMENT 2BR, large, on 60 acres, beautiful views. Utils included. No smkg/ pets. $2000/mo 540-229-9328

So. Fauquier, 3BR, 2BA, custom home, private estate, water view.

Avail 6/1. $2100/mo 540-273-6835

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Rentals — Office

6000 sf Office Building. on 1 acre, Lineweaver Business Park, Warrenton VA. Kit, reception area, lg conference Rm, Server Rm, Lg Production Rm. JARAL, LLC, Rob Rose 540-270-4250 Classified Ads Work Call 888-351-1660

Classified Ads Work Call 347-4222

13909 Smoketown Rd W o o d b r i d g e , VA 22192 May 21 @ 7AM-12PM Multi-Seller/MultiFamily/Church-Wide Sale.

Wide variety of items.

Office/Church furniture, catering supplies, clothing, housewares, books, tools, toys, etc. Come find hidden treasures!

6342 Redwinged Blackbird Dr Warrenton, VA 20187 When: Sat, May 21, 2022 @ 7:00 AM - 12:00 PMcomputers, Bikes, limited computer parts, very limited books, and more. A price is a price, very very very limited price reductions.

ATTENTION!!

Run your private party or non-profit ad for yard sales, r u m m a g e sales, tag sales, bake sales for FREE. Email: jcobert@ fauquier.com

CRICUT FOR SALE!!!

PRICED TO SELL!!

Craft items, HOLIDAY items, 60+ shadow boxes, wood working, shirts, mugs, Silhouette Cameo, tools, Easter items, purses, craft paint, glues & guns, bells, plates, books, vinyl, mail boxes.

Too much to list.

Call for appt.

540-878-6594

Yard Sale, 5/21 & 22, 8a-3p. MOVING ALL MUST GO!! Tools, nicnacs, too much to list.

Riding lawn mower, HH, craft items, bedding. 5450 Turkey Run Road, Off Meetz Rd. Warrenton.

Yard sale. Sat. 5/21. 8a4pm. Furniture, HH, Tools, saws, pet items, clothes, shoes, outdoor items. 6241 Hopewell Rd., 20198

Classified ADS

Estate Tag Sale, May 21, 8-2, 4592 Leeds Manor Road, Markham, VA, village of Hume.

Furniture, jewelry, purses, lots knick-knacks.

WORK!

WARRENTON LAKES COMMUNITY YARD SALE! June 4; 8am.

Rt. 29 across from Sheehy Ford. MARK YOUR CALENDARS

Your

REMINGTON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 150 West Bowen St, 5/21, 7a-12, HH, toys, books, Christmas, too much to list 10391 Sudley Manor Dr Manassas, VA 20109 May 21, 2022 @ 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Hope Lutheran Church is hosting a yard sale on May 21. Proceeds benefit the youth group’s trip to Houston, TX. Furniture, home goods, children’s items, clothes, sports equipment, etc.

15101 Archelon Way Woodbridge, VA 22193 May 21 @ 8AM-11AM

Kids clothes, kids toys, furniture, arts & craft supplies, books, women’s business clothes, hand made cards, hand made pens, pet clothes, pet supplies, tea cups, gardening supplies, storage solutions, treadmill, and other fitness equipment.

Call

Rep

TODAY! Call 540-347-4222

Call: For Employment And540 Classified Advertising 347-4222 270 or FAX 4931

Mother & daughter, retired teachers, seek a rental (prefer house), Warrenton. Excel credit. Minimum 2 BR/2 full/BA. Call/text.

Lisa: 914-565-6030. lisaleebaker23@gmail. com. 6/1 or sooner.

200

Antiques & Collectibles

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

Excellent condition.

571-344-4300 Elvis collage 26x33 wood frame one of a kind - poster, album, cards 571-344-4300 Elvis memorabilia, Yankee memorabilia, Celtics merch. Hot wheels/ Matchbox cars 571-344-4300 Olympic magazines./ programs, Olympic m d s e ( 1 9 8 0 ) 571-344-4300 World tour books - Eagles, P Collins, N Diamond, McCartney, Cal Ripkin magazines 571-344-4300

212

Cemetery Lots

Cemetery Plots For Sale. Three adjacent plots in Warrenton Town Cemetery. Contact J. Saviola, 803-708-4320

228

Furniture/ Appliances

5pc BR set, Sorrento Chris Madden Collection. dresser, mirror, 2-nightstands, chest.

571-344-4300 Looney Toons Bugs Bunny animatied, telemania, talking phone, excel, 6 answers 571-344-4300 Smith Corona blue portable typewriter.

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

248 Black & lawn weed Good 4300

11 piece stainless steel grill set. New. 571-344-4300 45 RPM record collection original 50’s, 60’s app 2500 various prices 571-344-4300.

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

Leather motorcycle boots, 2 pairs, size 9, mens, black. Brand n e w i n b o x .

540-937-5644 Man on the moon 7/69 magazine,books records (album, 45’s) 571-344-4300 Raisinettes Tony the Tiger key chains Peanuts uncut card sets Redskins yearbooks game day books 571-344-4300 Ringling Bros programs 1971-2005 castaways wreck bar shaker cans 1 9 7 0 ’ s ( 5 ) 571-344-4300 Samsung, Blueray Disc Player, BD-P3600 sireless,1080HD, new in box. 571-344-4300 SI magazines also swimsuit issues 1970present M Jackson mag (3), 78 RPM records 571-344-4300 The Illustrated Encyclopedia Crimes & Punishment Vol. 1-28 published 1994. Hard cover & in excellent condition. Mysteries of Mind, Space & Time, The Unexplained Vol. 1-26, published 1992.

Hard cover & in excellent condition. Both sets $100. Call 540-270-0599 if interested.

It took 6 YEARS to graduate. Find a job in about 6 MINUTES. Times Classified 347-4222 540.270.4931

FREON WANTED: Certified buyer looking to pay CA$H for R11, R12, R500 & more! Clarissa at 312-535-8384

262

Musical Instruments

Free, beautifully restored Victorian upright piano. You move.

703-470-2596

273

Pets

Labradoodle pups, M & F, dk choc or cream, shots, vet checked, $900/ea. photos avail.

804-445-5586.

LOST & FOUND ADOPTIONS TOO!

FAUQUIER SPCA 540-788-9000 www. fauquierspca.com e-mail fspca@ fauquierspca.com Puppies for sale! $ 400.00 Great Pyronnese. Contact Bob leave message or text: 703-930-5642

350

Business Services

For all your heating and cooling needs. Rc´s AC Service and Repair, 540-349-7832 or 540-428-9151 GO WITH THE BEST!!!

Brian´s Tree Service.

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

Senior discounts 540-937-4742 or 540-222-5606 This Could be Your Ad! Call 540.270.4931 888-351-1660

G R AV E L : A L L PROJECTS. Topsoil; fill dirt; mulch. No job too small.540-8254150; 540-219-7200

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

540-522-1056.

Free estimates, licensed and insured.

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

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

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

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

540-533-8092

NUTTERS PAINTING & SERVICES Call Erik 540-522-3289

Get the buyers you want when you advertise your yard sale Call today

540-351-1664

540.270.4931 888-351-1660

CLEANING &/or CAREGIVING

for your elder.

Exp´d. Social work degree. Call for refs & info.

703-314-9493

376

Home Improvement

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

540-244-2869 Remodels; New Homes; Windows; Painting; Garages; B a t h r o o m s ; Kitchens; Decks;.

Class A. Lic & insured. GMC Enterprises of VA, LLC. 540-222-3385

385

Lawn/Garden

GORMANS TREE AND LANDSCAPING SERVICES. Seasonal Clean up. Snow removal, grinding, mowing, take downs.

Free estimates.

540-222-4107; 540-825-1000

605 Automobiles - Domestic

B R I A N ’ S LANDSCAPING AND TREE SERVICE.“I have

been running my ad in the Fauquier and Prince William Times since 2011. My ad has paid for itself over and over again.

The price cannot be beat.” LI-

CENSED, INSURED, FREE ESTIMATES.

540-937-4742 or 540-222-5606

Watch your business grow.

Lawn/Garden Equipment

Decker electric mower, $85 wacker, $35. cond.571-344-

Advertise with the Fauquier Times.

540-349-8676

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Announcements Hygiene, toiletries, new clothes, shoes, mentoring/training classes for families in need.

The 1st Saturday of every month.

9am-11:30am.

CDR Resource Center will be at Faith Christian Church & International Outreach Center, 6472 Duhollow Rd., Warrenton

Enjoy knitting?

Want to meet other knitters? We’d love to welcome you at Prince William Purlers! Check us out the first Tuesday of each month, from 7:00 to 9:00 PM at 8730 Sudley Road in Manassas. Our needles are clicking in Room 8 at Manassas Baptist Church. Attendance by Zoom is also available.

All knitters invited! For more information, find us on Ravelry and Facebook, or email PrinceWilliamPurlersGuild@gmail.com.

Fraternal Order of Eagles for Warrenton

Auxiliary #4552 meetings: When: 7pm 1st & 3rd Mondays (Thursdays in June) Where: Warrenton Police Department (training room) 333 Carriage House Lane Warrenton, VA 20186 AND...

Aerie #4552 meetings: When: 7pm 2nd & 4th Tuesdays Where: The Path Foundation 321 Walker Dr, Warrenton, Va. 20186 Looking for new members!

Little Fork Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company Publishes Cookbook to Benefit new Fire Station

PRICE: $25.00 A Collection of 442 Family Favorite Recipes by Little Fork Volunteer Fire and Rescue Co., profits will benefit the new Fire Station. Available: 6011 Rixeyville Rd Rixeyville, VA 22737 or website, https://littleforkvfrc.org/little-fork-familyfavorites-cookbook. CONTACT: Lisa, 540-937-7717 Email: lisa.lfvfrc@gmail. com.

SPRING TRAIL RIDE

May 28; 9am gates open-3pm gates close (rain date 5/29)

Three Oaks Farm

7073 Cedar Crossing Way, Rixeyville, VA 22737

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Legal Notices ABC Licenses Full name(s) of owner(s): 1238 HORSEFIELDS LANE LLC Trading as: CRAZY OLE MOM DISTILLERY 1238 Horsefields Lane, Upperville, Fauquier, Virginia 20184 The above establishment is applying to the VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL for a Limited Distillery license to sell or manufacture alcoholic beverages.

Kavelle Bajaj, Manager 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.

Auctions

PUBLIC AUCTION ONLINE WARRENTON MINI STORAGE NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION

Warrenton Mini Storage, wishing to avail themselves of the provisions under the Virginia Self Storage Act, hereby gives advertisement of the sale under said act; On May 26, 2022 at 11:00 AM will conduct a public auction, with BIDDING TO INITIATE ON May 18, 2022 at 11:00 AM at www.lockerfox.com, and PAYMENT IN CASH and pick up of goods at Warrenton Mini Storage, 6437 Old Meetze Road, Warrenton, VA, 20187. The public is invited to attend at lockerfox.com. Sale is subject to adjournment.

AUCTION LOCATION: www.lockerfox.com PICKUP LOCATION: WARRENTON MINI STORAGE MAY SELL CONTENTS OF UNIT NO. A227 B62 NOTE: ALL UNITS SOLD COMPLETE TERMS: CASH ONLY

Benefits Little Fork Volunteer Fire & Rescue

Pre-registration: $40 per rider Day of registration: $45 per rider Tax deductible!!

Ride on your own on marked trails. Try Fun Obsticals along the way.

Negitive Coggins proof required! Helmets required! Space limited.

Contact: Susan 703-298-8776 Email: susan123@hotmail.com

for registration for & payment instructions. Nonrefundable.

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ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE 8.01-316 FAUQUIER COUNTY JUVENILE & DOMESTIC RELATIONS DISTRICT COURT Commonwealth of Virginia, in re Kaia Joy Hays Case No. JJ018522 The object of the above named suit is to conduct a 4-month foster care review concerning the minor child, Kaia Joy Hays (d/o/b 04/14/2009). And, it appearing by Affidavit filed according to law that the biological mother of Kaia Joy Hays, can not be found and that diligence has been used without effect to ascertain the location of the party to be served, and it is therefore ORDERED that the said Emma Hays appear in Court on August 9, 2022 at 9:00 AM in Fauquier County Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court to do what is necessary to protect her interests.

Kimberly A. Chadwick, Counsel for Fauquier County DSS It is ORDERED that the defendant, Emma Hays appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before August 9, 2022, 9:00 AM ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE 8.01-316 FAUQUIER COUNTY JUVENILE & DOMESTIC RELATIONS DISTRICT COURT Commonwealth of Virginia, in re Kenaz Perez Case No. JJ018410 The object of the above named suit is to conduct a permanency planning hearing potentially seeking a change of goal to adoption and to adjudicate any petitions to voluntarily or involuntarily terminate parental rights concerning the minor child, Kenaz Perez (d/o/b 11/05/2013). And, it appearing by Affidavit filed according to law that Amber Holbrook, the biological mother of Kenaz Perez, cannot be found and that diligence has been used without effect to ascertain the location of the party to be served, and it is therefore ORDERED that the said Amber Holbrook appear in Court on September 6, 2022 at 1:00 PM in Fauquier County Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court to do what is necessary to protect her interests.

Kimberly A. Chadwick, Counsel for Fauquier County DSS It is ORDERED that the defendant, Amber Holbrook appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before September 6, 2022, 1:00 PM

Public Notices NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: Self-storage Cube contents will be sold for cash by CubeSmart Asset Management, LLC as Agent for the Owner 689 Industrial Road Warrenton VA 20186 at approx. 2:00PM and 411 Holiday Ct. Warrenton VA 20186 at approx. 2:30PM to satisfy a lien for rental on May 24,2022 at www.storagetreasures.com.

Public Notices ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE 8.01-316 FAUQUIER COUNTY JUVENILE & DOMESTIC RELATIONS DISTRICT COURT Commonwealth of Virginia, in re Alex Christenson Case No. JJ011205-05-00 The object of the above named suit is to conduct a trial regarding the petition to involuntarily terminate the parental rights concerning the minor child, Alex Cristenson (d/o/b 06/30/2006. And, it appearing by Affidavit filed according to law that Alexis Chadelaria, the biological father of Alex Christenson, cannot be found and that diligence has been used without effect to ascertain the location of the party to be served, and it is therefore ORDERED that the said Alexis Candelaria appear in Court on August 9, 2022 at 10:00 AM in Fauquier County Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court to do what is necessary to protect his interests.

Kimberly A. Chadwick, Counsel for Fauquier County DSS It is ORDERED that the defendant, Alexis Candelaria appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before August 9, 2022, 10:00 AM

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Legal Notices VIRGINIA: IN THE GENERAL DISTRICT COURT OF FAUQUIER COUNTY IN RE: ONE SOLID BLACK BULL NOTICE OF HEARING The owner of the bull described herein shall take notice that on Monday, May 23, 2022 at 1 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the case may be heard, the Fauquier County General District Court, located at 6 Court Street, Warrenton, Virginia, will conduct a hearing. The purpose of the hearing is to consider the petition of the Fauquier County Board of Supervisors, ex rel. Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office, Animal Control Division (“Petitioner”), filed pursuant to Code of Virginia § 3.2-6569 to determine whether the bull, further described herein, was abandoned. The Court will further decide whether Petitioner shall have the authority to dispose of the bull pursuant to subsection D of § 3.2-6546 of the Code of Virginia. Said bull was located by Petitioner on May 16, 2022 at 8070 St. Leonard’s Lane in Warrenton, Fauquier County, Virginia. It is approximately 1 to 2 years old, is solid black, approximately 800 pounds, and has no tags, brands, or other identifying markings. Petitioner seized said bull with the consent of the State Veterinarian and impounded him pursuant to Code of Virginia § 3.2-6569(B)(1). The owner of said bull is hereby notified of the hearing and of the need to appear at the hearing to protect their interests. For inquiries, call Petitioner at (540) 347-3300. Ask for Sergeant C. Paris. Published by Petitioner pursuant to the authority in Code of Virginia §§ 3.2-6555 and 3.2-6569.

Public Notices PUBLIC ONLINE AUCTION Calverton Self Storage 4133 Old Calverton Rd. (Rt. 642) Catlett, VA 20119 (540) 788-3213

via www.StorageTreasures.com May 19, 2022 Calverton Self Storage will sell at public online auction via www.StorageTreasures.com, on Thursday, May 19, 2022 at approximately 3:00 p.m. the contents of occupants’ units listed below to satisfy rental fees and other expenses. Units to be auctioned off are: David Blackwell – Units A11 & B27; Bull Run Home Services – Unit 2707; Harold L. Burke – Unit 1005; Andrew M. Clarke – Unit 2226; Karen Calvert – Unit 2311 & 3709; Natalie Fant – Units 302, 404, 405, 1505, 1507, 2213, 2501, 3200, 3213, 3417, and 3418; Kip Hull -Unit 1421; Paul Katona – Units 2100 & 2105; Sandy L. Myers – Unit 309; Teresa J. Shifflet – Unit 3025; Doug W. Stein -- Units 812 & 3407; Lanthel Taylor – Unit 2836; and Christine L. Weber – Unit 402.

Sold by unit via www.StorageTreasures.com.

Terms: Credit Card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover), Money Order and Cash.

ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE 8.01-316 FAUQUIER COUNTY JUVENILE & DOMESTIC RELATIONS DISTRICT COURT Commonwealth of Virginia, in re Kennis Perez Case No. JJ018411-02-00 The object of the above named suit is to conduct a permanency planning hearing potentially seeking a change of goal to adoption and to adjudicate any petitions to voluntarily or involuntarily terminate parental rights concerning the minor child, Kennis Perez (d/o/b 06/05/2011). And, it appearing by Affidavit filed according to law that Amber Holbrook, the biological mother of Kennis Perez, cannot be found and that diligence has been used without effect to ascertain the location of the party to be served, and it is therefore ORDERED that the said Amber Holbrook appear in Court on September 6, 2022 at 1:00 PM in Fauquier County Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court to do what is necessary to protect her interests.

Kimberly A. Chadwick, Counsel for Fauquier County DSS It is ORDERED that the defendant, Amber Holbrook appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before September 6, 2022, 1:00 PM

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Legal Notices NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

The Fauquier County Water and Sanitation Authority will meet in Regular Session in the Board Room of the Authority Building at 7172 Kennedy Road, Vint Hill Farms, Warrenton, Virginia on Tuesday, June 07, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. in advance of its monthly meeting for the express purpose of receiving comments from the public on a proposed change to its Schedule of Rates, Fees, and Other Charges, herein the “Schedule”.

 NOTE: Only the following changes are currently proposed. In all other respects, the Authority’s current Schedule of Rates, Fees, and Other Charges shall remain unchanged.

2.4

Base Service Fees

Meter Size

EMUs

All

1

5/8”x3/4” Full 3/4” 1” 1.5” 2” 3” 4”

1 1.5 2.5 5 8 17.5 30

Tier

 10/01/2022 10/01/2023 10/01/2024 10/01/2025 10/01/2026 Single-Family Residential $22.24 $23.57 $24.87 $25.61 $26.38 Multi-Family and Nonresidential $22.24 $23.57 $24.87 $33.36 $35.36 $37.31 $55.60 $58.93 $62.17 $111.19 $117.86 $124.35 $177.91 $188.59 $198.96 $389.18 $412.53 $435.22 $667.16 $707.18 $746.08

$25.61 $38.43 $64.04 $128.08 $204.93 $448.27 $768.46

$26.38 $39.58 $65.96 $131.92 $211.08 $461.72 $791.52

The schedule above represents monthly Base Service Fees based on current EMUs of Availability assigned by meter size. For customers who purchased more EMUs than required above, and who have maintained the additional Availability Assignment through Monthly Base Service Fee payments, monthly Base Service Fees will be billed based on the total number of EMUs Assigned.

Meter Size EMUs All

1

5/8”x3/4” Full 3/4” 1” 1.5” 2” 3” 4”

1 1.5 2.5 5 8 17.5 30

 10/01/2022 10/01/2023 10/01/2024 10/01/2025 10/01/2026 Single-Family Residential $25.99 $25.99 $25.99

Multi-Family and Nonresidential $25.99 $25.99 $25.99 $39.00 $39.00 $39.00 $64.99 $64.99 $64.99 $129.98 $129.98 $129.98 $207.97 $207.97 $207.97 $454.93 $454.93 $454.93 $779.88 $779.88 $779.88

$26.77

$27.58

$26.77 $40.17 $66.94 $133.88 $214.21 $468.58 $803.28

$27.58 $41.37 $68.95 $137.89 $220.64 $482.64 $827.37

The schedule above represents Monthly Base Service Fees based on current EMUs of Availability assigned by meter size. For customers who purchased more EMUs than required above, and who have maintained the additional Availability Assignment through Monthly Base Service Fee payments, monthly Base Service Fees will be billed based on the total number of EMUs Assigned.

2.5

Usage Fees Water Usage Fees Meter Size All 5/8” x 3/4”

2 3 4

Multi-Family and Nonresidential 0–3 3–6 6 – 18

0 – 4.5 0 – 7.5

4.5 – 9 7.5 – 15

3” 4”

0 – 52.5 0 – 90

52.5 – 105 90 – 180

0 – 15 0 – 24

15 – 30 24 – 48

9 – 27 15 – 45

30 – 90 48 – 144

105 – 315 180 – 540

Over 18

$17.81

$9.44 $14.16 $18.88

$9.96 $14.94 $19.91

$10.26 $15.38

$10.56 $15.85

$20.51

$21.13

 Uniform Rate 10/01/2022 10/01/2023 10/01/2024 10/01/2025 $11.57

$11.57

$11.57

10/01/2026

$11.92

$12.27

Increased residential water demands during the summer months may be a result of irrigation or other outdoor water usage that does not enter the sanitary sewer system. For residential customers receiving sewer service from FCWSA where metered water service is provided by FCWSA, Buckland Water and Sanitation Assets Corporation in Vint Hill, or by the Town of Remington, sewer usage is seasonally adjusted as follows: May – September. Sewer usage is charged based on the lower of actual metered consumption or the average December – February monthly consumption plus 2,000 gallons. For all new residential customers that have not established a December – February average consumption, sewer volume charges will be capped at the lesser of actual consumption or 9,000 gallons.

No seasonal sewer usage adjustment will be made for customers with a submeter, nonresidential customers, or customers using a private water source.

2.6

Unmetered Service Unmetered single-family residential water and/or sewer customers will be charged based on 5/8” x 3/4” meter size and 7,000 gallons per month usage. All other unmetered water and/or sewer customers will be charged based on 5/8” x 3/4” meter size and 7,000 gallons per month usage per availability assigned.

2.7

Large Meter Service All rates, fees, and charges for customers with meter sizes greater than four inches (4”) are determined on an individual basis. The customer and the Authority will enter into a separate agreement, which establishes all rates, fees, and charges for the services provided.

Other Service All rates, fees, and charges for customers receiving service other than water or sewer service are determined on an individual basis.

The customer and the Authority will enter into a separate agreement, which establishes all rates, fees, and charges for the services provided.

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$8.90 $13.36

Sewer Usage Fees

2.8

Full 3/4” 1” 1.5” 2”

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2.30

Hydrant Meter Fees

Over 18

A. Meter Deposit: $2,000

Over 90 Over 144

B. Monthly Rates: Hydrant Meter Accounts are established as water-only accounts equivalent to a Full 3/4” water meter including Base Service Fees, and all Hydrant Meter Usage is billed at the Tier 3 Water Usage Rate.

Over 27 Over 45

Over 315 Over 540

The schedule above represents monthly Tier assignment based on current EMUs of Availability assigned by meter size. For customers who purchased more EMUs than required above, and who have maintained the additional Availability Assignment through Monthly Base Service Fee payments, monthly Base Service Fees will be billed based on the total number of EMUs Assigned.

C. Miscellaneous Charges: 1. Inspection Fee: $20.00 2. Failure to report monthly reading: $500.00 3. Late payment fee is the same as the Authority’s domestic customer accounts.

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Employment HOUSEHOLD HELP

D E L I V E RY / K I T C H E N P R E P / CLEAN UP $11/HR Apply in person: JOE & VINNIE´S PIZZA Waterloo Shop Cntr, 540-347-0022

LUBE AND TIRE TECHNICIAN

Basic exp, tools not needed. Mon - Fri. w/ 1 hr lunch. No weekends.

Joe’s Servicenter, 540-347-7796

CHURCH PIANIST

Trough Hill Baptist Church, Crest Hill Rd., Hume. 2nd & 4th Sunday Service @ 11 AM. Contact Church Clerk, Linda @ 540-878-8922 or troughhillbaptist@yahoo. com

DRAIN CLEANER/PLUMBER

Exp´d, for local growing septic company.

Clean driving record req´d- Completive pay. Benefits; medical, vision, vacation.

Submit Resume to Aimee@vaseptic. com

Full Time Employment

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

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

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LEAD TEACHERS & ASSISTANT TEACHERS

SIGNING BONUS!

RADIOLOGIC TECHNICIAN Warrenton, VA; 540-351-0662 Check us out on Google and FB!

Full Time Employment DELIVERY DRIVER/ WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE

Local deliveries, receive inventory, able to lift 50+ lbs. Must have valid driver´s license. Ins & Benefits available

Early’s Carpet, Inc. Amissville, VA

Full or Part Time

SHOP AND ROAD TECHNICIAN

for McClung Logan, full time, for our compact equipment division in Fredericksburg VA. Job consists of diagnosing, repairing & maintaining construction equipment. We offer competitive benefits & training. Come join our team! Apply at https://mcclung-logan. com/careers/ or call Ellen Fry at 540-952-0607.

General residential construction labor near Middleburg, VA. Responsibilities: loading/unloading materials, preparing/cleaning job sites, assisting tradespeople. Moderate to heavy lifting (more than 15lbs). Safety gear required & provided. Must also pass pre-employment physical/drug screening. $20+/hr including benefits (health, retirement, & paid time off). Qualifications: Prior exp on construction sites required. Have the ability to operate power tools.

Must provide proof of qualification to legally work in the US & have reliable transportation.

To apply, email your info & qualifications to: estatemanagerva@gmail.com

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN

Waterloo Motors Inc. Full-time, Mon-Fri, 8a-5p. Climate controlled shop, clean environment, top of the line scan tools, kept up to date, specialty tools & training. Call 540-347-1334 or apply in person: 317 E. Shirley Ave., Warrenton, VA 20186

LOWBOY DRIVER - MARSHALL VA

Call Donna: 540-937-5500

Heavy Equipment Operators & Laborers Join our General Excavation Company with over 30 years of experience completing the highest quality work in our area. Benefits include medical, dental, vacation, retirement.

Call Monomoy Services, 540-364-0441 Our work is all local. E.O.E.

Heavy Equipment Operators & Laborers Join our General Excavation Company with over 30 years of experience completing the highest quality work in our area. Benefits include medical, dental, vacation, retirement.

Call Monomoy Services, 540-364-0441 Our work is all local. E.O.E.

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Experienced driver to load, haul and deliver equipment to job sites. Applicants must pass a drug screening.

Submit resume to: Curtis@hambrickhammers.com 540-360-5548. EEO

BACKHOE OPERATOR - MARSHALL VA

Operator needed to run Hoe-Ram. Great pay and benefits.

Qualified employees assigned a company pickup. Applicants must pass a drug screening.

Submit resume to: Curtis@hambrickhammers.com 540-360-5548. EEO

Construction Laborers

General residential construction labor near Middleburg, VA. Responsibilities: loading/unloading materials, preparing/cleaning job sites, assisting tradespeople. Moderate to heavy lifting (more than 15lbs). Safety gear required & provided. Must also pass pre-employment physical/drug screening. $20+/hr including benefits (health, retirement, & paid time off). Qualifications: Prior exp on construction sites required. Have the ability to operate power tools.

Must provide proof of qualification to legally work in the US & have reliable transportation.

To apply, email your info & qualifications to: estatemanagerva@gmail.com

PAVING CREW LABORERS Superior Paving Corp is looking for remarkable individuals to join our award-winning asphalt paving crews. Our valued employees receive competitive compensation, free winter health insurance, work with exceptional equipment, and are rewarded for their commitment with end of season bonuses.

We have a strong safety culture and are dedicated to the uncompromising excellence of our service and products. We currently have several career opportunities including:

PAVING CREW LABORERS ASPHALT LUTE/RAKERS SCREED OPERATORS TACK TRUCK DRIVERS (CDL Required) SERVICE TRUCK DRIVERS (CDL Required) Complete an application at www.superiorpaving.net or Call Aishah (703.631.0004 ext 531) to learn more.

SUPERIOR PAVING CORP. IS AN EEO & AA EMPLOYER MINORITY / FEMALE / VETERAN / DISABLED DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE

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

Send resume & salary expectations to MKA at: info@mkassociates.com

Walnut Grove Child Care 540-347-0116 or 540-349-9656

Construction Laborers

$5,000

for elderly lady on farm in The Plains to perform light cooking & laundry; clean, & ironing. Excellent refs, reliable transportation & must speak English. PT, Mon, Tues, Wed. Email resume, refs and cover letter to: jcobert@fauquier.com

Pay for your home over 30 YEARS. Find it in about 30 MINUTES Times Classified 347-4222 Call: or FAX 540.270.4931 349-8676

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Part Time Employment

Full Time Employment

Delivery Driver

PT, CDL Not Required. Retires Welcome.

540-788-4222

Grounds Staff Bristow Manor Golf Club

IF YOUR AD ISN’T HERE. YOU YOUR YOU GIVE GIVE YOUR BUISNESS TO BUSINESS TO SOMEONE ELSE SOMEONE ELSE

Seeks motivated individuals to help maintain the course. No exp necessary, landscaping background a plus. Benefits include free golf, meal & merchandise discounts. FT & PT seasonal positions available. Retiree´s welcome. Apply via email to:

sbarrett@bristowmanorgc.com or in person at Bristow Manor Gulf Club, Bristow, VA 20136

Full Time Employment

GENERAL ASSIGNMENT REPORTER Seeking full-time general assignment reporter: If you’re a quick-study, full of curiosity and have a passion for informing communities and keeping elected officials on their toes, we have the perfect job for you.

The Prince William Times is a nonprofit weekly newspaper covering Prince William County, Manassas, Manassas Park and the nearby towns of Haymarket, Occoquan and Dumfries in Northern Virginia. Located about 25 miles south of Washington, D.C., Prince William is the second-largest county in Virginia, with a population of about 470,000, and the 10th most diverse county in the nation, according to the 2020 U.S. Census.

The Prince William Times is owned by the Piedmont Journalism Foundation, a nonprofit launched in 2019 by a group of local residents and a few retired journalists who are passionate about community journalism. We publish a weekly print edition on Thursdays and maintain a news website, www.princewilliamtimes.com, that updates daily.

The PJF also owns our sister paper, the Fauquier Times, which publishes a weekly paper on Wednesdays and maintains fauquier.com, which also updates daily.

We need an energetic, curious, self-starter who can work full time to produce quality and impactful stories about local government, local schools, public safety, breaking news and anything else that is important and interesting to our readers.

All experience levels are welcome to apply. A bachelor’s degree in journalism, mass communications or a related field is preferred. A driver’s license is required. Experience on a college newspaper or any other publication is highly desirable. Candidates who speak Spanish and/or have skills in photography and videography will make us especially happy!

Position includes competitive salary (negotiable) and benefits including health insurance and paid vacation and holidays.

To apply, send a cover letter about why you want to be our next award-winning journalist, resume, and 3-4 writing samples to Managing Editor Jill Palermo at jpalermo@fauquier.com.

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