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For birds, bees and native plants, landowner choices matter Smithsonian’s Working Landscapes shows simple changes can help

By Mark Gerchick Contributing Writer

PHOTO BY BROOKE MCDONOUGH

Working Landscapes Survey Coordinator Erin Shibley and Botany Technician Natalie Izlar conduct a plant survey on a property in Fauquier County.

Piedmont farmers who haven’t yet cut their fields to make hay this year may feel behind in their work, but they did baby grassland birds a big favor.

Those birds nest in Fauquier County fields from late May to midJune — just when hay mowers and balers typically start cutting through their habitats. For bird populations already down by half since the 1970s, a delay of just a few weeks of cutting grass for hay can be a lifesaving boon to biodiversity.

That’s just one change that Virginia Working Landscapes, a program of the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute in Front Royal, wants conservation-minded land managers to consider.

See LANDSCAPES, page 6

November election could bring big changes to Warrenton Town Council 2 more council members who OK’d Amazon data center won’t return next year

By Tate Hewitt Staff Writer

Major changes could be in store for the Warrenton Town Council.

Five of the council’s seven seats are up for election in November, and two incumbents, James Hartman (Ward 4) and Brett Hamby (Ward 3), are not seeking reelection. Newcomers Larry Kovalik and Michele O’Halloran are running unopposed to replace them.

A third incumbent, Heather Sutphin, is being challenged for reelection in Ward 1 by Roy Francis.

Also unopposed for reelection are incumbents

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Bill Semple, left, a data center opponent, is unopposed in the Nov. 5 election, while Brett Hamby, a supporter, is not seeking re-election.

Eric Gagnon in Ward 5 and Bill Semple in Ward 2.

Controversy over the planned Warrenton data center appears to be driving the turnover on the town council. Sutphin, Hamby and Hartman, along with Jay Heroux, voted to approve a special use permit for Amazon to build a data center on Blackwell

Road, a controversial decision that drew intense criticism and is now being challenged by a lawsuit.

Heroux did not seek reelection last year. Hamby and Hartman are not running this year, and Sutphin is the only council member facing a challenger.

Semple, Gagnon, Kovalik and Francis have all campaigned against data centers, and both of the at-large council members — David McGuire and Paul Mooney — joined Semple in voting against the Amazon permit. McGuire and Mooney will remain on the council; their terms don’t end until 2026.

Karen Lavarnway, who lost narrowly to Gagnon last year, has decided not to challenge him again. She told the Fauquier Times she hopes council members will address problems of attainable housing and walkability.

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Primaries turn out tiny share of voters to the polls

Subramanyam, Clancy square off in the 10th; Hung Cao to challenge Kaine for Senate

By Evelyn Mejia and Jill Palermo

GOP primary for U.S. Senate

Staff Writers

Only about 7% of Fauquier County’s more than 57,000 registered voters cast ballots in last week’s primary elections despite the crowded ballots and some of the priciest primary races ever.

Fauquier County voters — like those in the rest of the state — picked Hung Cao, a Vietnamese immigrant and retired U.S. Navy captain, to challenge incumbent Sen. Tim Kaine, a Democrat, in November.

In the 10th District congressional race, however, Fauquier’s Republican voters picked GOP nominee Mike Clancy, a lawyer and conservative radio commentator, and local Democrats chose Dan Helmer, a state delegate and an officer in the U.S. Army Reserves.

Clancy went on to win the nomination, but Helmer was bested by state Sen. Suhas Subramanyam, a former Obama administration official who won the Democratic nod with overwhelming support from Loudoun County.

The 10th District race — which included 12 Democrats and four Republicans —was one of the most expensive in Virginia in at least eight years.

The 16 candidates spent more than $5.5 million or about $78 for each ballot cast.

In the U.S. Senate primary, Cao raised more than $2.3 million, and he and his four opponents spent about $4.4 million.

Those races were topped only by the 7th District, where candidates spent more than $6.5 million, according to data compiled by the Virginia Public Access Project.

Stephen J. Farnsworth, a professor of political science and international affairs at the University of Mary Washington, said he wasn’t surprised by the large dollar amounts spent on these races.

“Those big numbers have to do with the fact that these are D.C. suburban districts that could produce strong candidates,” Farnsworth said.

“These districts are where the real competition in America is found today.”

Hung Cao sweeps the state

Cao, 52, of Loudoun County, won about 62% of the vote in the five-way contest for the Republican nomination in the Senate race.

Cao had his best showing in Fauquier County, where he won 86% of the vote.

Tim Hoffman, chairman of the Fauquier County Republican Committee, attributed Cao’s success to his name recognition and Fauquier’s large veteran community.

“Another thing is his story as a legal immigrant and what he’s done in this country is compelling for a lot of voters,” Hoffman said. “He’s not your typical politician, and many think he’ll get this

• Hung Cao: 61.79% • Scott Parkinson: 10.96% • Eddie Garcia: 9.79% • Chuck Smith: 8.82% • Jonathan Emord: 8.64%

10th District Democratic primary results:

From left: Hung Cao, Suhas Subramanyam (top right) and Mike Clancy. country back on track.”

Helmer wins Fauquier but loses to Subramanyam

Although Subramanyam won the Democratic nomination in the 10th District with more than 30% of the vote, Helmer, of Fairfax County, won Fauquier County with 38% of the local vote and was the top-getter in five of the seven jurisdictions that make up the district.

But it wasn’t enough to overcome the huge lead Subramanyam racked up in Loudoun County, where he won nearly 40% of the vote and bested Helmer by more than 5,000 votes.

Subramanyam is the son of Indian immigrants and had the support of Indian American Impact, a D.C. group dedicated to increasing the number of Indian Americans in Congress.

In a competitive district with several wellknown candidates, having a devoted core of voters can be enough to win, Farnsworth said.

Subramanyam was also endorsed by outgoing Rep. Jennifer Wexton, who is retiring after being diagnosed with a severe form of Parkinson’s disease.

Farnsworth said Helmer might have been hurt by late-breaking charges of sexual harassment by prominent Loudoun County Democrats. “Anytime there’s a scandal that enters the discourse shortly before the election, whether it’s true or not, can be damaging,” Farnsworth said.

Clancy sweeps the 10th District

Clancy was the big winner in the GOP contest in the 10th District, taking all seven counties and cities in the district and garnering 64% of the votes cast.

Clancy finished more than 11,500 votes ahead of Aliscia Andrews, the 2020 Republican nominee who came in a distant second. Clancy won Fauquier County with nearly 70% of the vote.

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• Suhas Subramanyam: 30.45% • Dan Helmer: 26.63% • Atif Qarni: 10.59% • Eileen Filler-Corn: 9.36% • Jennifer Boysko: 9.06% • David Reid: 3.2% • Michelle Maldonado: 3.19% • Adrian Pokharel: 2.29% • Krystal Kaul: 2.2% • Travis Nembhard: 1.63% • Marion Devoe: 0.87% • Mark Leighton: 0.51%

Republican primary results

• Mike Clancy: 64.26% • Aliscia Andrews: 21.49% • Alex Isaac: 9.37% • Manga Anantatmula: 4.89% Source: Virginia Department of Elections Hoffman attributed Clancy’s success to simply working harder to connect with voters than other candidates.

“He hit the bricks by going to local street fairs, several county meetings and events,” Hoffman said. “He just got to know the people more.”

Republican turnout tops Democrats in Fauquier

Although turnout was low across the state, reliably red Fauquier County saw slightly more Republicans turn out than Democrats.

Republican turnout was about 7.4%, while Democratic turnout was 5.29%.

Republicans cast 4,255 ballots in Tuesday’s primary races in Fauquier County, compared to 3,024 Democratic ballots, according to the Virginia Department of Elections.

Polling places with the highest Republican turnout in Fauquier included Lois and Waterloo, with 11%, and Broad Run with 9%.

On the Democratic side, polling places with the highest turnout included The Plains with 13% and Leeds with 9%. Most of Warrenton had a Democratic turnout of 7%.

Staff writer Evelyn Mejia can be reached at emejia@fauquier.com.

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Planning board greenlights Warrenton Village Center housing project Proposal includes up to 390 apartments and townhomes

By Meghan Mangrum Deputy Editor

The much-discussed proposal to radically rebuild Warrenton Village Center as apartments, shops and public spaces is one step closer to coming to life.

The Warrenton Planning Commission unanimously approved the project after its sole public hearing Tuesday night, sending it to the full town council for a final vote.

The property owners — Jefferson Associates LP and Warrenton Center LLC — along with NewCastle Development Group, are seeking a special use permit from the town to develop almost 30 acres for the project.

The plan calls for up to 390 new apartments and town homes along with upgraded commercial spaces, a parking garage and public amenities like a splash pad in Warrenton Village Center located on Oak Springs Drive near Broadview Avenue and Lee Highway.

Developers are also planning to designate 54 of those units for affordable housing in accordance with the state requirements — an increase from the original plan for just 37 affordable units and, seemingly, the selling point for several planning commissioners.

“Going from no affordable housing units in that part of town to 54, I think is great,” planning commissioner Jim Lawerence said. “It’s obvious that the town is growing and that there are going to be impacts on traffic and infrastructure.”

Several residents spoke against the project

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An updated rendering of the proposed Warrenton Village Center project shows the view from the Broadview Avenue entrance into the development. during Tuesday’s public hearing, citing concerns about the traffic impact the development could have — but just as many expressed support.

Among those in favor of the development was Fauquier Health CEO Rebecca Segal and the chair of the health system’s board of directors Steve Wojcik.

“We are one of the largest employers in the county, and, as such, we are continuously recruiting qualified professionals to join us in caring for our community,” Segal said. “And the current lack of affordable housing or middle-class housing even is a significant issue for our potential staff.”

More housing in Warrenton will bring more people to give back to the community, such as nurses and other health care workers, she said.

Others have opposed the project since it first appeared before the commission in March.

See HOUSING, page 4

COURTESY

104th Warrenton Pony Show returns to the historic Warrenton Horse Show grounds this week. It is the only rated horse show run by a junior committee. Proceeds from the event support the Fauquier SPCA. Admission is free.

The $2,500 Country Chevrolet Pony Hunter Derby is the show headliner on Saturday evening. The show features include pony and junior classes, an ongoing silent auction, stick-pony races for young children, ongoing horsemanship clinics open to all, vendors and food trucks. The Warrenton Pony Show has donated more than $85,000 to the local animal rescue over the years. Pictured is rider Sloane Greiner with last year’s pony hunter champion Wonderland. Show details are at warrentonponyshow.com.

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Planning board greenlights Warrenton Village Center housing project HOUSING, from page 3 Representatives from Highland School, a private school with about 500 students located next to the site, said they were worried about the likelihood of increased traffic — a concern shared by many of the opponents.

In a letter submitted to the town, Jody Warfield, the chair of the school’s Board of Trustees, noted “serious concerns” about not only the traffic impact nearly 390 new residents driving in the area could have on the town itself and traffic to and from the school but also about the architectural design of the housing.

She described the design as “jarring,” with a substantial height difference compared to the school.

Warfield also said the project could affect local public schools. But developers have previously estimated the development would only add about two dozen additional public school students and argued that peak traffic would not conflict with Highland School’s drop-off and

pickup times.

Since its original application, the developers have agreed to changes including retooling the design of the apartments and townhomes, including plans to use stone instead of brick and to incorporate more traditional-style roofing as well as preserving the old, currently overgrown Oak Spring on the property into a public amenity.

Commissioner Terry Lasher said the project aligns with the town’s goals for growth as outlined by Plan Warrenton 2040.

“Redevelopment of an area versus land conversion is generally a favorable proposition,” he said. “This is a good faith effort to redevelop an area that needs some redevelopment.”

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NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF AN APPLICATION BY COLUMBIA GAS OF VIRGINIA, INC., FOR AUTHORITY TO INCREASE RATES AND CHARGES AND TO REVISE THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS APPLICABLE TO GAS SERVICE CASE NO. PUR-2024-00030 On April 29, 2024, Columbia Gas of Virginia, Inc. (“CVA” or “Company”), filed an application with the State Corporation Commission (“Commission”), pursuant to Chapter 10 of Title 56 of the Code of Virginia (“Code”) and the Commission’s Rules Governing Utility Rate Applications and Annual Informational Filings of Investor-owned Gas Utilities, requesting authority to increase its rates and charges, effective for the first billing unit of October 2024, and to revise the terms and conditions applicable to gas service (“Application”). In its Application, CVA states that the proposed rates and charges are designed to increase the non-gas base revenues of CVA by approximately $52.6 million per year. CVA further states that this revenue increase includes approximately $15.4 million of revenues associated with investments under the Company’s Steps to Advance Virginia’s Energy (“SAVE”) Plan pursuant to Code § 56-603 et seq. (the “SAVE Act”). The Company states that it is proposing to include recovery of the costs associated with approximately $129 million of net rate base SAVE investments as of September 30, 2024, in base rates, as permitted under the SAVE Act. The Company represents that it was last authorized to increase its rates and charges effective October 2022 in Case No. PUR-2022-00036 (“2022 Rate Case”).

CVA states that the earnings test analysis of the Company’s jurisdictional operations during the 12 months ending December 31, 2023 (“Test Year”), after limited accounting adjustments, shows a return on equity (“ROE”) of 8.08%, which is below the authorized earnings test ROE of 9.70%. CVA states that, in addition to these under-earnings, the increase in base rates proposed by CVA in this Application is driven primarily by the Company’s ongoing capital investments to accommodate pipeline and facility safety and modernization and to accommodate sustained demand for natural gas. CVA further represents that, since the 2022 Rate Case, the Company has continued to enhance pipeline safety and reliability through its safety management system approach by identifying, prioritizing, and reducing risks. The Company states that significant Distribution Integrity Management Plan (“DIMP”) initiatives are currently underway and are expected to continue in the 12 months ending September 30, 2025. The Company requests approval of the annual amount of eligible safety activity costs of $5.9 million necessary for the DIMP. In its Application, the Company proposes an ROE of 10.85%, which it asserts falls at the midpoint of the proposed cost of equity range for CVA of 10.35% and 11.35%. CVA represents that its proposed rates will result in an increase of approximately 11.68%, inclusive of SAVE recovery, to the typical monthly bill for a residential customer using 5.1 dekatherms. The Company states that the average monthly bill of a residential customer using 5.1 dekatherms will increase from approximately $76.26 to approximately $85.17. The Company states that, for small general service (“SGS”) customers, the typical monthly bill based on average usage will increase by approximately 13.10% for SGS1 customers, 9.02% for SGS2 customers, and 6.30% for SGS3 customers.

The Company also proposes modifications to its currently effective Rate Schedules, General Terms and Conditions, and Form of Service Agreements (collectively, “Tariff”). The Company states that the proposed substantive modifications to the Tariff include: (a) revisions to Rate Schedule CSPS – Competitive Service Provider Service; (b) modification to the definition of Purchased Gas; and (c) modification to the Supplier Refund Process.

The details of these and other proposals are set forth in the Company’s Application. Interested persons are encouraged to review CVA’s Application and supporting public documents in full for details about these and other proposals.

TAKE NOTICE that the Commission may apportion revenues among customer classes and/or design rates in a manner differing from that shown in the Application and supporting documents and thus may adopt rates that differ from those appearing in the Company’s Application and supporting documents.

The Commission entered an Order for Notice and Hearing in this proceeding that, among other things, scheduled a public hearing on CVA’s Application. The Commission noted that the proposed revenue requirement, if approved, would result in an increase to customer bills. Pursuant to Code § 56-238, the Commission suspended CVA’s proposed rates for a period of 150 days, the maximum allowed by law, and permitted CVA to implement the proposed rate increase and revisions to the Tariff on an interim basis, subject to refund with interest, on and after the first billing unit in October 2024.

On December 10, 2024, at 10 a.m., the Hearing Examiner assigned will hold the telephonic portion of the hearing for the purpose of receiving the testimony of public witnesses. On or before December 4, 2024, any person desiring to offer testimony as a public witness shall provide to the Commission (a) your name, and (b) the telephone number that you wish the Commission to call during the hearing to receive your testimony. This information may be provided to the Commission in three ways: (i) by filling out a form on the Commission’s website at scc.virginia.gov/pages/Webcasting; (ii) by completing and emailing the PDF version of this form to SCCInfo@scc.virginia.gov; or (iii) by calling (804) 371-9141. This public witness hearing will be webcast at scc.virginia.gov/pages/Webcasting.

Beginning at 10 a.m. on December 10, 2024, the Hearing Examiner will telephone sequentially each person who has signed up to testify as provided above.

On December 10, 2024, at 10 a.m., or at the conclusion of the public witness portion of the hearing, whichever is later, in the Commission’s second floor courtroom located in the Tyler Building, 1300 East Main Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219, the Hearing Examiner will convene a hearing to receive testimony and evidence related to the Application from the Company, any respondents, and the Commission Staff.

To promote administrative efficiency and timely service of filings upon participants, the Commission has directed the electronic filing of testimony and pleadings, unless they contain confidential information, and required electronic service on parties to this proceeding.

An electronic copy of the public version of the Company’s Application also may be obtained by submitting a written request to counsel for the Company: Vishwa B. Link, Esq., McGuireWoods LLP, Gateway Plaza, 800 East Canal Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219, or vlink@mcguirewoods.com. Interested persons also may download unofficial copies of the public version of the Application and other documents filed in this case from the Commission’s website: scc.virginia.gov/pages/Case-Information.

On or before December 4, 2024, any interested person may submit comments on the Application by following the instructions found on the Commission’s website: scc.virginia.gov/casecomments/Submit-Public-Comments. Those unable, as a practical matter, to submit comments electronically may file such comments by U.S. mail with the Clerk of the State Corporation Commission c/o Document Control Center, P.O. Box 2118, Richmond, Virginia 23218-2118. All such comments shall refer to Case No. PUR-2024-00030.

On or before September 18, 2024, any person or entity wishing to participate as a respondent in this proceeding may do so by filing a notice of participation at scc.virginia.gov/clk/efiling. Those unable, as a practical matter, to file a notice of participation electronically may file such notice by U.S. mail to the Clerk of the Commission at the address listed above. Such notice of participation shall include the email addresses of such parties or their counsel. The respondent simultaneously shall serve a copy of the notice of participation on counsel to the Company. Pursuant to 5 VAC 5-20-80 B, Participation as a respondent, of the Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedure (“Rules of Practice”), any notice of participation shall set forth: (i) a precise statement of the interest of the respondent; (ii) a statement of the specific action sought to the extent then known; and (iii) the factual and legal basis for the action. Any organization, corporation, or government body participating as a respondent must be represented by counsel as required by 5 VAC 5-20-30, Counsel, of the Rules of Practice. All filings shall refer to Case No. PUR-2024-00030.

On or before October 16, 2024, each respondent may file with the Clerk of the Commission, at scc.virginia.gov/clk/efiling, any testimony and exhibits by which the respondent expects to establish its case. Any respondent unable, as a practical matter, to file testimony and exhibits electronically may file such by U.S. mail to the Clerk of the Commission at the address listed above. Each witness’s testimony shall include a summary not to exceed one page. All testimony and exhibits shall be served on the Commission’s Staff, the Company, and all other respondents simultaneous with its filing. In all filings, respondents shall comply with the Commission’s Rules of Practice, as modified herein, including, but not limited to: 5 VAC 5-20-140, Filing and service, and 5 VAC 5-20-240, Prepared testimony and exhibits. All filings shall refer to Case No. PUR-2024-00030.

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

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

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Planners raise concerns about proposed data centers

Proposed Catlett-area data centers Developers might delay July public hearing on up to Key 5 buildings pitched in Catlett

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In response, Headwaters co-founder and partner Mike Lebow said Friday his company might delay its July 18 public hearing before the planning commission to address the concerns.

The rezoning had been scheduled to go before the Fauquier County Board of Supervisors on Aug. 8.

“The bottom line is, we’re going to do it right,” Lebow said.

Headwaters is asking the county to rezone 68.3 acres at the corner of Va. 28, also known as Catlett Road, and Gaskins Lane from industrial to business park, which would allow for data centers. The rezoning application has

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A developer that wants to rezone land in Catlett for data centers is offering Fauquier County $2 million to buy a new extension-ladder fire truck. During its first meeting with the county planning commissioners last week, the developer was told: “Not so fast.”

The offer, described in Headwaters Site Development’s revised rezoning application, was one of many issues that raised concerns among planning commissioners on Thursday, June 20 — their first work session on the proposal. The donation for the fire truck is voluntary, but the Fauquier County zoning code requires assurances that the fire department has equipment to fight a fire at the proposed 65-foot-tall data centers.

The offer was met with a flurry of questions, including: Who would pay for the building needed to house the truck? And, since fire trucks must be retired after 10 years by law, who would pay for the next one?

Also, is it legal for the county to accept the offer?

Chief county planner Adam Shellenberger said his office had numerous concerns about the application, and commissioners added more of their own.

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met strong opposition in Catlett since it was proposed last year.

Headwaters’ plans call for up to five two-story data centers that could be up to 65 feet tall with floor space up to 1.4 million square feet. If the rezoning is approved, Headwaters and its partners would try to sell the land to a data center operator.

The rezoning process does not allow the planning commissioners or county supervisors much say over the details of the development, since Headwaters would not be the final end-user.

“They’re asking for the ability to

build either one of those three plans with the flexibility that’s outlined,” Shellenberger said after the meeting.

“It’s ‘take it or leave it.’ We don’t get to pick one or pick parts of things or add conditions or anything like that.”

During the meeting, Planning Commissioner Georgia Herbert called the mix of possibilities “scrambled eggs.” She also objected to the fact the builder could change the sizes of the buildings, roads and open spaces. “There’s a lot of wiggle room in this,” she said.

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A TRIBUTE TO MY

Father

During this Father’s Day week, like most guys, I think of my Dad. As an Emergency Room doctor, my Dad worked nonstandard hours. It could be a day, evening, or night shift. No matter which shift he worked, even if it was the third weekend night shift in a row, he always greeted my brothers and me with joy and love as he came through the door. He made sure we knew we were a priority for him!

I don’t know how he got by on the little bit of sleep that he did, but after a few hours nap, he will be up and ready to do whatever was needed, from teaching us, to working with us, and most especially, playing with us.

He was a father who put his Dad Duties first, and he has not ceased to do so even after we have grown up and started our own families. Thanks for always being there for us, Dad; I love you!

Dr. Joe Servideo practiced medicine for over 40 years, completing his career as the Director of the Emergency Room at Fauquier Hospital. He retired in 2014.

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What you can do at home to help birds and wildlife

PHOTOS BY AMY JOHNSON

An Indigo Bunting on a branch.

While changing conservation practices on 1,000-acre farms and sprawling equestrian tracts may offer the biggest payoffs, residential homeowners can make a real difference advancing biodiversity, said Virginia Working Landscapes Program Director Amy Johnson.

Her suggestions include: • Leave dead trees standing. As long as there are no safety concerns, dead trees are prime spots for cavity-nesting birds like owls and kestrels. Homeowners can also build and install nesting boxes. Working Landscapes offers precise dimensions designed to protect specific bird species from predators and competitive birds.

• Keep cats indoors. They can be potent bird predators.

• Avoid or shield bright exterior lights. Turning off lights or directing them downward can help avoid disorienting migrating birds.

• Reduce or avoid pesticides. They can destroy some beneficial bugs, like caterpillars, that feed birds.

• Garden using native plants. Native plants support ecological balance and create habitats for birds, pollinators and other wildlife.

• Collaborate with neighbors to form natural land corridors. Regardless of lot lines, “Wildlife sees the land as one big, interconnected habitat,” Johnson said.

A Common Yellowthroat.

For birds, bees and native plants, landowner choices matter LANDSCAPES, from page 1 The core idea of the program’s outreach work is simple: When landowners see how their field maintenance and crop production practices can impact the array of avian, amphibian and native plant species that inhabit their land, they are more likely to consider biodiversity conservation in how they use it.

“Knowledge is power,” says Working Landscapes Program Director Dr. Amy Johnson, a conservation scientist. “We want to introduce people to the magic of what’s going on under their grass canopy.”

Johnson recounted how one longtime Fauquier County farmer hewed to the traditional early June timetable for cutting grass to make hay his property until she showed him a photo of a Meadowlark’s nest with four eggs hatching in his grassland.

That changed his mind.

“You can’t care about something you don’t know about,” she said.

“This changes the way they manage the land.”

Started in 2010, the program is meant to “engage people in the natural world around them,” Johnson said.

That “show, don’t tell” approach underlies the group’s success in Fauquier County and 15 neighboring counties where it operates. Rather than proselytize about saving threatened native species, Working Landscapes shows landowners concretely what’s at stake in how they use their own specific properties. By consulting closely with local cattle farmers, equine property owners and working farms, the program aims to promote conservation practices that are both workable and commercially sensible.

To boost landowner awareness, Working Landscapes hosts periodic nature walks through local pastures, convenes panels of conservation experts and helps landowners collaborate with each other on conservation practices. It often partners with other conservation-mind-

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Above: Smithsonian’s Amy Scarpignato and Amy Johnson inspect a Bobolink outfitted with a tracking device before it is released back into the wild.

November election could bring big changes to Warrenton Town Council TOWN COUNCIL, from page 1 If Sutphin loses her Ward 1 seat, the town council would be composed entirely of people who have voiced opposition to the Amazon development, including Mooney and McGuire.

Here’s a ward-by-ward rundown on the council races.

Ward 1

ed groups like the Piedmont Environmental Council, The Clifton Institute and the OCH Conservation Foundation.

Its most effective tool, though, may be its biodiversity surveys, which detail the number and variety of animal and plant species a particular rural property hosts. Trained volunteer “community scientists” range from academic biologists to part-time naturalists to retired Washington, D.C., lawyers. They tromp through meadows at dawn looking for birds’ nests or box turtles in the high grass or identifying native plant species, then prepare a detailed report for the landowner. So far, more than 300 volunteers have spent some 12,000 hours conducting surveys of more than 300 properties, concentrated in northern Fauquier, south-

In Ward 1, Sutphin, 56, faces Francis, 77, who has lived in Warrenton for the past six years and in Fauquier County for more than two decades.

Sutphin could not be reached for comment.

Francis got involved in local politics when he was president of North Rock HOA, a neighborhood near the Amazon data center site, and says he became “a tremendous opponent” of project.

Among his chief concerns are the impacts the plan could have on traffic and local water supply.

“We’re in June now, and we’re facing the real possibility of water restrictions,” he said, adding that increased development could make things worse.

“I think that growth is inevitable, but it doesn’t

have to happen at the pace (set by) the current leadership,” he said.

Francis spoke in favor of a proposal to add nearly 400 apartments and townhomes in a redevelopment of Warrenton Village Center, which the town’s planning commission has forwarded to the town council for consideration.

He stressed the need to thoroughly consider how development projects would affect traffic and local resources.

Ward 3

With Hamby’s decision not to seek reelection, Kovalik, 66, is running unopposed in Ward 3. He is less supportive of the Warrenton Village Center redevelopment and draws a distinction between “attainable” and “affordable” housing, saying he is concerned the project will attract residents from outside Warrenton.

“The devils are always in the details,” he said of the project.

Kovalik has served in many community roles during the 25 years he’s lived in Warrenton, including on the town’s capital improvements committee and transportation safety committee. He also served on the Fauquier County transportation committee. “I want to bring that experience to the town council,” he said.

ern Loudoun and Rappahannock counties, as well as near Front Royal.

The approach seems to work. A study by Johnson and colleagues published in 2022 in the journal “Conservation Science and Practice” found that 95% of participating landowners changed the way they managed their properties to promote conservation once they collaborated on Working Landscapes’ biodiversity research efforts.

Working Landscapes’ biodiversity focus also includes promoting native plants, eradicating invasives and tree-choking vines and supporting waning bee populations. (A recent finding was that pollinator abundance grew notably in wildflower-enhanced pastures.) Other concerns include protecting amphibious species that thrive in wetlands, streams and vernal ponds, as well as box turtles nesting in haying fields. (The program recommends raising the mowing blade to at least eight inches above the ground to protect nesting turtles.)

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Asked where he stands on the Amazon data center, Kovalik cited a conflict with his current position as chair of Warrenton’s Board of Zoning Appeals and declined comment on the case. But he clarified later, saying, “If the Amazon development did come up again for a vote, I would not be in favor of it.”

Hamby could not be reached for comment.

Ward 4

With Hartman’s decision not to seek reelection in Ward 4, O’Halloran, 61, is running unopposed.

She stressed the need for a transparent government approach in the fallout of the Amazon data center approval.

O’Halloran wants to revisit Warrenton’s policy on nondisclosure agreements and freedom of information requests and “ensure that all town council proceedings are open to the public, with opportunities for community input and feedback.”

O’Halloran also wants to increase access to affordable housing but is skeptical of large-scale development, noting the town’s aging water system.

She supports nonprofit housing efforts such as Habitat for Humanity and the Foothills Housing Corporation and wants to address rundown and vacant structures in Old Town.

Hartman could not be reached for comment.

Reach Tate Hewitt at thewitt@fauquier.com

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After 15 years on Main Street, Black Bear Bistro & Brick Oven closed permanently on June 8, 2024

As Main Street changes, Old Town business evolves

By Kate Seltzer

Contributing Writer

In late March, when the Warrenton Hobby Shoppe announced on Facebook that the sale of its building at 46 Main St. in Warrenton would force it to move, it came as a shock.

A classic hobby shop that sometimes humorously called out to moms and wives in its window — “find your kids, and your husband, here” — had been an eight-year mainstay on Main Street, and its old-school appeal sparked memories of the kinds of shops that used to characterize smalltown businesses. Another one, Lee’s Barbershop next door, was also displaced by the sale.

One building sale meant Main Street would lose its only hobby shop and barber. In their places now are a pair of high-end clothing shops — Three Sisters and The Lucky Knot.

But evolution is inevitable for any downtown business district, and the demand for space in Warrenton also says something good about the health of Old Town, said Jenn Robinson, co-owner of Denim & Pearls restaurant.

“The more businesses we have in Old Town, the better for everyone in Old Town,” she said.

“I think there’s not as many empty storefronts as there used to be. Now, there are people who are looking to be on Main Street that can’t find an empty parking spot, and while that’s unfortunate for them, it’s great for the businesses here. It means that things are going well.”

Another outcome of increased demand on Main Street is recent moves by some businesses — Denim & Pearls is one — to buy the buildings they operate from, increasing the chance they will be around longer.

“It’s super exciting for us,” Robinson said. “We do know that there have been some buildings that have sold recently in town, and some of those (sales) have been to owner-operators, which has been awesome.”

Being displaced by a building purchase doesn’t necessarily mean a business tenant can’t stay in Old Town. Lee’s Barbershop, for instance, has already reopened a few blocks away at 20 Ashby St. But for Warrenton Hobby Shoppe, a neat solution has not yet worked out. The business is currently operating online only, and co-owner Lori Gibson said she yearns for a return to Main Street.

“I really appreciated the diversity of Main Street,” she said. “There are so many businesses that have grown out of people’s passions and peo-

ple that live in Warrenton.”

Part of the draw was the close-knit community in Old Town.

“I was in denial for a while,” she said. “There had been a hobby shop on Main Street for eight years. I love the tourists coming in; it’s wonderful. It’s great to have that, as well. I don’t want us to lose, though, the appeal of Main Street and Old Town — the appeal to people that live here and work here and invest here.”

While Warrenton Hobby Shoppe’s search for a new location continues, some other new retail businesses are bringing something new to Old Town this year.

Three sisters — Stavroulla Ploutis, Stella Koukides and Athina Kohilas — recently opened new local clothing boutique stores in place of the hobby and barber shops. With less than half a dozen locations in Middleburg, Leesburg, Alexandria and elsewhere in the region, they hope locals might be excited to shop their stores closer to home.

And the same Old Town charm that Wilson cites is what drew Koukides and her sisters to Warrenton.

“We are excited to be bringing our boutiques to (the) charming town of Warrenton” Koukides said in a statement. “From the moment we set foot in (the) charming streets, we were completely smitten. The warm welcoming atmosphere and the friendly faces we encountered made us feel right at home. We’ve heard so many express the desire for more retail options; we’re excited to be part of the community and adding to the shopping scene.”

Other new businesses in 2024 are giving Old Town a new look, too.

Coffee shop Goodness and Grace and History Unboxed, previously a home-based business that offers learning tools worldwide, opened earlier this year just off Main Street. A frozen yogurt shop, Frozen Yogi, is touting a 2024 opening in the window at 9 Main St. Weirddoughs Bagels and Brews is moving from its Comfort Inn Drive location to Culpeper Street, aiming for an early July opening.

Other traditional Main Street businesses have, like Denim & Pearl, locked down a place in Old Town with recent building purchases. Molly’s Pub owner Casey Ward and Hartman Jewelers owner David Hartman just bought the building where the two businesses reside.

“It’s only been a month, but it’s a good feeling to be able to own the real estate on top of the business,” Ward said.

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New retail shops, The Lucky Knot and Three Sisters, are replacing the Hobby Shoppe and Lee’s Barbershop on Main Street.

Ward said it’s a positive change that he hopes to see continue.

“A lot of the businesses in just the last couple years have been able to buy their properties,” Ward said. “It’s just good for bringing more investment from those businesses. It matters to them how the building looks and things like that.”

Even difficult changes can present new opportunities. Earlier this month, local favorite Black Bear Bistro, a few doors down from Molly’s and the jewelry store at 32 Main St., announced it would close after 15 years. But the space won’t be empty for long.

The Robinsons of Denim & Pearls plan a second restaurant across the street. It’ll be called Licorice Pizza, a reference to the slang term for vinyl LP records. It will also offer burgers, wings and drinks.

The decor will feature rock ’n’ roll records and posters celebrating music from the 70s and 80s. Robinson hopes to use the back patio to host live music.

“One of the things that we wanted to be able to keep — that we’ve heard from a lot of folks that they really like — is the pizza,” she said. “We wanted to be able to still offer that. It has a great brick oven, so why not?

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A sip of the Roaring 20s is coming to Remington Craft & Crust owners debut The Bourbon Lounge Saturday

By Aimée O’Grady Contributing Writer

Launching this week in Remington is a Roaring 20s themed, speak easy-vibing new lounge from the owners of the Craft & Crust Pizza Tavern next door.

The adults-only, themed space has been the plan since owners Michelle Bland and Jim Peterson founded Craft & Crust in December 2021, and first got a look at the mirror-image space that came with the deal.

“We always knew what we wanted to do with the space; we just needed time to get it right,” Bland said.

The Bourbon Lounge, at 204 E. Main St., welcomes guests with comfortable seating, a large bar, dart games, jazzy music and space to relax.

The walls are lined with original works by local artist Chris Taylor.

With The Bourbon Lounge, Bland and Peterson are offering another new option for people to gather in Remington.

“We welcome families and young children in the pizza tavern and, of course, at our monthly First Saturdays on Main Street,” Bland said. “The Lounge is reserved for adults, 21 and older, after 8 p.m.”

The classically styled lounge evokes images of a speakeasy in any metropolitan city a century ago.

The dimly lit, dark-hued room, with the glazed front window from the street, could camouflage any business. Historically, speakeasies welcomed patrons as a place to socialize without prying eyes.

Prohibition banned legal alcohol sales, driving drinking establishments into the shadows. So, the big difference between a 1920s speakeasy and one

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Bourbon based cocktails will be the specialty at The Bourbon Lounge in Remington.

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On the couch at Remington’s new Bourbon Lounge are server Chanda Andes, owners Michelle Bland and Jim Peterson and mixologist/bartender Morgan Karnes. in the 2020s, of course, is the legal bar service.

Morgan Karnes, the lounge mixologist, brings experience from working at Field and Main Restaurant in Marshall and the Inn at Little Washington in Rappahannock County.

“Her creations make our drinks a little more bougie,” Peterson said.

One drink they expect to be among the most popular is called Here Today Gone Tomato, a muddle of bourbon, lemon, cherry tomatoes and basil.

Other drinks include the Limelight — a mix of bourbon, Campari, pineapple, lime and orange bit®

ters, topped with a homemade “sparkler” — and a Retropolitan, which is made with vodka, strawberry-infused Aperol, orange liqueur and lime.

The cocktails are all freshly made and hand-crafted.

“We make freshly squeezed orange juice and pour all the ingredients for our mixes,” said Peterson. The Bourbon Lounge and the Pizza Tavern share a food menu for the moment, but there are plans to expand the menu for Lounge-specific offerings.

The Lounge is just the latest community-building effort from Bland and Peterson. Earlier this year, they launched their 2024 Karaoke Singing Talent Contest at the Pizza Tavern. Last summer, they started First Saturdays, a community festival held on Saturdays so as not compete with First Friday events in nearby communities.

The grand opening of The Bourbon Lounge is Saturday, June 29 at 7 p.m. Eclectic Company will perform starting at 8 p.m. 1920s attire is encouraged for opening night.

For more information, visit www.facebook. com/craftandcrustpizzatavern.

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Combining Purpose and Passion, local Wealth Advisor manages assets and a rescue organization

By Jodi Nash Adrienne Rowles is entrepreneurial by nature.

Experienced in wealth management after more than 25 years in the financial services industry, and passionate about what she offers her clients, has always charted her own path. Now she has recently moved back to Warrenton and joined Kinnect Advisors of Cetera after several busy years with Thrivent Investment Management Services (a Fortune 500 diversified financial services company) as a Financial Advisor, AAMS®.

“Because Kinnect is purely independent, with vast resources and a variety of non-proprietary products, I can design a custom portfolio based on my client’s personal needs and budget,” Rowles said.

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A native of Hingham, Massachusetts, Rowles is not a one dimensional professional. With a degree in psychology, she’s also an accomplished equestrian and animal lover, who began her career in real estate sales, which rapidly morphed into starting her own mortgage business in Boston.

“I had all the right lending contacts and charged fairly, hoping to offset the poor image of mortgage brokers then,” she said.

The goal was to support herself and generate enough income to ride horses, which she did, rising at 4:30 a.m. for her one-hour drive to the stable where she boarded her horse. Along with operating Rowles Mortgage Services and riding, she also became the president and founding member of the Massachusetts Mortgage Brokers and Correspondent Lenders Association, the first trade association in the state to give brokers and lenders a voice in the drafting of legislation which impacted the industry.

In the early 1990s, when a localized recession hit an overleveraged Boston economy, Rowles packed up and moved to Warrenton. With the support of business friends, she opened a barn that she used for boarding, training and rehoming retired or failed race horses. Crossing paths with renowned Olympic riders and trainers, Rowles networked significantly in the race and show world and traveled internationally, while opening and operating Action Mortgage in Middleburg, in in her typical “multi-tasking” fashion.

Then came the big move to Florida. Looking for a change at age 40, Rowles decided to chase

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After five years, Rowles became a Wealth Advisor, AAMS® for Raymond James Financial Services in Florida and eventually in her home state, Massachusetts. She hosted a weekly financial radio show to educate listeners about types of fixed income. Eventually she returned to the rolling hills of Virginia, where she feels truly at home in Warrenton. For Rowles , there is never a dull moment, and if there is, she will make something positive happen, which is desirable in her business.

In addition to her impressive credentials in more advanced wealth management services, Rowles also serves as an industry arbitrator for the Financial Industry Regulating Authority (FIRA).

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For more information about her advisory services, contact Adrienne Rowles at Kinnect Advisors.

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Weekend happenings: Celebrate the Fourth of July with a bang

By Sondra Anzalone Contributing Writer

We’re jumping the gun on this week’s edition to help you plan your July 4 festivities. Definitely peruse the full calendar for timely events but if you want to party like it’s 1776, check out this curated Independence Day lineup in Fauquier County and the surrounding area.

Whether you’re looking to watch a parade or fireworks display, score some food truck goodness, listen to live music, spot a patriotic skydiver or enjoy kid activities, there’s fun for the whole family. Most folks think fireworks when they hear 4th of July.

Don’t worry — there are ample places to park your lawn chair or blanket for a dazzling display. And most spots mentioned below are free!

(Just make sure to keep your furry friends indoors, as pyrotechnics can spook them away.)

Warrenton Town Limits: Friday, June 28. The event starts at 4 p.m.

The Community Band will play after 8 p.m. The location is on the fields surrounding the Warrenton Aquatic and Recreation Facility at 800 Waterloo Road, Warrenton. Come out for live music, food trucks, a patriotic skydiver and so much more! Free!

Dale City Independence Day Parade and Family Fun Day: 10 a.m.

Thursday, July 4. Parade lineup begins at 9 a.m. One of Virginia’s largest and oldest Fourth of July parades returns.

The parade will feature scouting

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Catch Fourth of July fireworks on Friday, June 28 at the Warrenton Aquatics and Recreation Facility and on Thursday, July 4 at Great Meadow or in Middleburg. troops, churches, youth sports clubs, civic groups, performing arts groups and politicians. The parade follows Dale Boulevard from Kirkdale Drive and ends in the Dale City Commuter Lot. After the parade, enjoy the family fun day festivities from 12 to 2 p.m. with vendors, games and entertainment. Center Plaza, Dale Boulevard, Dale City. Free.

Celebrate America in Manassas: 3 to 10 p.m. on Thursday, July 4. Celebrate this Independence Day in Old Town Manassas with one of the larg-

est fireworks displays in Northern Virginia. Rides for the kids start at 3 p.m. Food concessions and novelty vendors begin at 4 p.m. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and find your spot on the Manassas Museum lawn. Fireworks display at 9:15 p.m.

Historic Downtown Manassas. Free.

Fireworks in Manassas Park: Saturday, July 6. There will be food trucks and free shuttles from VRE and Manassas Park City Hall to Signal Hill Park beginning at 6 p.m.

Fireworks begin at dark. Bring a

blanket and lawn chair to enjoy the fireworks display. Signal Hill Park, 9300 Signal View Drive, Manassas.

Free.

Great Meadow 4th of July Celebration: Thursday, July 4 from 5 to 10 p.m. Entertainment for the whole family will be available at Great Meadow horse racing grounds as tailgaters wait for the area’s largest fireworks display! Entertainment during the early evening features music, family games, tug-o-war, mini golf, face painting and other activities prior to the culmination of a dazzling display of fireworks (and drone show!) over the lush, green venue. For more information, visit www.greatmeadow.org/tickets.

Great Meadow, 5089 Old Tavern Road, The Plains. General admission car pass is $51.75. ​ Middleburg 4th of July Celebration: 6 to 10 p.m. on Thursday, July 4th at the Middleburg Community Charter School, 101 N. Madison St. The event is free to the community and features live music, bounce house and food and beverages for purchase. Fireworks are scheduled to begin at 9:15 p.m.

Fireworks in Manassas Park: Saturday, July 6. There will be food trucks and free shuttles from VRE and Manassas Park City Hall to Signal Hill Park beginning at 6 p.m. Fireworks begin at dark. Bring a blanket and lawn chair to enjoy the fireworks display. Signal Hill Park, 9300 Signal View Drive, Manassas. Free.

UPCOMING FAUQUIER EVENTS JUNE 26 TO JULY 2 ONGOING EVENTS “Les Miserables School Edition”: Performed by Fauquier Community Theatre from Thursday to Sunday, June 27 to June 30. All shows are from 6 to 8:30 p.m. except for Sunday, which is from 2 to 4:30 p.m.

Call 540-349-8760 for reservations. Tickets are $15 to $20 and are available at www.

FCTstage.org. Vint Hill Theater on the Green, 4225 Aiken Drive, Warrenton.

Virginia’s Premier Women’s Empowerment Experience October 2024: The Women’s Empowerment Experience, Virginia’s leading event dedicated to elevating and empowering women, is scheduled for Oct. 12 to 13 in Warrenton. Registration is open, offering general admission and VIP options. For comprehensive event details, including the schedule and speaker profiles and to secure a spot, visit the official website at https://bit. ly/WomensEmpowermentExperience.

Holiday Refuse Schedule for Independence Day Holiday: Town of Warrenton. Monday, July 1, regular refuse collection; Tuesday, July 2, regular refuse collection; Wednesday, July 3, regular recycling collection; Thursday, July 4, HOLIDAY-NO RECYCLING COLLECTION; Friday, July 5, double refuse collection both Thursday and Fridays.

Patriotic Picture Hunt: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive North, Bealeton; John Marshall Branch Library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall; and

Warrenton Central Library, 11 Winchester St., Warrenton. All day, Monday, July 1, to Sunday, July 7. For children ages 3 and up.

Celebrate Independence Day by picking up an answer sheet at the Youth Services desk and finding patriotic pictures hidden around the library. Return a completed answer sheet to the desk for a small prize.

Teen Be a Maker Cart: John Marshall Branch Library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall and Bealeton Branch Library, 10977 Willow Drive, Bealeton. All day, Monday, July 1, to Sunday, July 7. Teens can learn, create and make their own project using the library’s BAM cart stocked with craft and maker supplies. No registration required. Free.

Jack Boul-Timeless Landscapes: National Sporting and Library Museum, 102 The Plains Road, Middleburg. All day, Saturday to January 12, 2025. This exhibit highlights the artist’s impressionistic subjects which include cows and domesticated and wild fowl. A video featured in the exhibition offers intriguing first-person insight into his work and process.

Farmers Markets Archwood Green Barns Regular Farmers Market: 4557 Old Tavern Road, The Plains.

10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays to Nov. 24. Fruits, vegetables, baked goods, goat cheese, meats and seafood (fresh and frozen).

Warrenton Farmers Market Peak Season 2024: Court and Hotel streets and inside the

building at 18 Court St., Warrenton. 8 a.m. to noon. Saturdays to Nov. 23.

Marshall Farmers Market: 8374 W. Main St., Marshall. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 2nd Saturdays to Oct. 12.

Middleburg Farmers Market: 10 W. Marshall St., Middleburg. 9 a.m. to noon.

Saturdays to Oct. 26.

Culpeper Downtown Farmers Market: 318 S. West St., Culpeper. 7:30 a.m. to noon.

Saturdays to Oct. 26.

Buchanan Hall Farmer’s Market: 8549 John S. Mosby Highway, Upperville. 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays to Oct. Remington Farmers Market: 105 E. Main St., Remington. 3 to 7 p.m. 1st and 3rd Thursdays to Oct. Al-Anon for Family and Friends of Alcoholics: Warrenton Presbyterian Church, 91 Main St., Warrenton. Tuesday evenings at 7 p.m. Help and hope for families and friends of alcoholics. For more information, go to https://www.al-anon.org or call 540-2195054.

Parkinsons Piedmont Support Group: Cornerstone Community Church, 40 Rockpoint Lane, Warrenton (directly behind Blaser Physical Therapy Building). 12:15 to 2 p.m., fourth Wednesday of each month. For more information, contact Kendal Blaser at 540-222-6000.

12-Step Recovery Programs, i.e., Alcoholics Anonymous, Al-Anon, Narcotics Anonymous, Overeaters

Anonymous, etc.: The Warrenton Meeting Place, 26 S. Third St., Warrenton. Meeting days and times vary, go to www.TWMP.org to find out more, including meeting days and times.

Peas and Grace: 8:30 to 11 a.m. Grace Episcopal Church, 6507 Main St., The Plains.

Tuesdays, and 8 to 10 a.m. Saturdays. Those in need of food assistance are encouraged to come out; all are welcome.

Spiritual Care Support Ministries: Spiritual Care Support Ministries, 7179 New Hope Lane, Warrenton. 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Monday, Wednesday, Friday; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday; closed Sunday.

Support groups/counseling and special events for those experiencing the death of a loved one, divorce and chronic illness. Info 540-349-5814 or www.scsm.tv.

The S.E.E. Recovery Center: The S.E.E. Recovery Center, 710 U.S. Ave., Culpeper.

8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Friday; 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday; 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday. The center offers an array of recovery-oriented groups, meetings and the opportunity to speak with someone about mental health or substance use recovery.

Info 540-825-3366 or email SEERecovery@ rrcsb.org.

Wednesday, June 26 Total Joint Replacement Class: Fauquier Health, 500 Hospital Drive, Sycamore

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CALENDAR, from page 10 Room, Warrenton. 5 p.m. Learn about joint replacement surgery and rehabilitation. For more information or to register, call 540-3165000.

Wednesday Sunset Yoga: Wollam Gardens, 5167 Jeffersonton Road, Jeffersonton.

6:30 p.m. Bring a mat. Registration is required. Tickets available at https://www. wollamgardens.com/shop/p/sunset-yoga-onwednesdays. $20.

Crafts on the Go: Warrenton Central Library, 11 Winchester St., Warrenton; John Marshall Branch Library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall; and Bealeton Branch Library, 10977 Willow Drive, Bealeton. All day. Pick up a bag of supplies for a child.

Craft bags will be available while supplies last at the Youth Services desk at all locations; only one bag per child. Free; no registration.

Preschool Story Time: John Marshall Branch Library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall and Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive, Bealeton. 10:30 to 11 a.m. For children up to age 5 and their families. Caregivers must remain in the children’s areas. Free; no registration required.

Raising Readers Story Time: Warrenton Central Library, 11 Winchester St., Warrenton. 10:30 to 11 a.m. and 11 to 11:30 a.m. For 2-to 4-year-old children with a caregiver. Pre-registration is not required, however, tickets to the program will be available first come, first served at the Youth Services desk on the morning of the program. Free.

Book N’ Craft Time: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive North, Bealeton.

6 to 7:30 p.m. No required reading for the meetings. Bring a craft from home or use the supplies provided by the library. No registration required.

The Naturalist Is In: John Marshall Branch Library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. A Master Naturalist will be on site to answer questions about nature and the environment. Free.

Non-Fiction Book Club: John Barton Payne Community Hall, 2 Courthouse Square, Warrenton. Noon to 1 p.m.

Discussions will be led by Bob Jacobs, a local educator. The group will discuss “Cuba: An American History,” by Ada Ferrer. For more information, call 540-422-8500 x2. Space is limited. Registration is required; go to https://bit.ly/fplnonfiction. Free.

Friends of the Rappahannock-Grow, Grow, Grow: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive North, Bealeton. 2 to 3 p.m. Children in grades 3 to 5 will learn about plants and animals in special programs featuring activities on a nature theme.

Presentation and supplies provided by Friends of the Rappahannock. Registration required; go to https://bit.ly/3V179D8 to reserve a child’s spot. Free.

Bealeton Book Club: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive North, Bealeton.

2:30 to 4 p.m. The group will discuss “The Personal Librarian,” by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray. No registration required. Refreshments will be provided. To join the meetings, email martika.jones@ fauquiercounty.gov or call 540-422-8500, ext. 5. Free.

Express Yourself Poetry Workshop: John Marshall Branch Library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall. 3 to 5 p.m. For teens ages 12 to 17. Learn to express self through the power of poetry with local author Stephen Bucher. Space is limited. Registration is required; call 540-422-8500 x6. Free.

FRESH on Wheels: Warrenton Central Library, 11 Winchester St. Warrenton. 5:30 to 7 p.m. For families, free books, games and summer fun. Free.

English-as-a-second-language class: Warrenton Central Library, 11 Winchester St., Warrenton. 6 to 7:30 p.m. Presented

by Piedmont Regional Adult and Career Education programs. Call 540-718-8243 for more information or to confirm meetings.

Free.

Thursday, June 27 VPHA Presents “Chasing Jeb Stuart and John Mosby”: Buchanan Hall, 8549 John S. Mosby Highway, Upperville. 6 to 8 p.m. Author and historian Bob O’Neill returns to the Heritage Area to discuss his book “Chasing Jeb Stuart and John Mosby: The Union Cavalry in Northern Virginia from Second Manassas to Gettysburg.”

The program will be followed by a beer and wine reception. Tickets available at https://www.piedmontheritage.org/events/ chasingjebstuart. VPHA members $65, nonmembers $85.

Mystery Book Club: The Open Book, 104 Main St., Warrenton. 6:30 to 8 p.m. The group will discuss “The Whispers,” by Ashley Audrain, receive 10% off book club books when purchased at The Open Book.

English-as-a-second-language class: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive North, Bealeton. 6 to 9 p.m. Registration required prior to attending; call 540-3170505 or contact Ali Vivas at gededu22@ gmail.com. Free.

Art Cart: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive, Bealeton. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

For preschool and elementary school aged children. No registration required. Free.

FRESH on Wheels: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive North, Bealeton.

10 to 11:30 a.m. and 5:30 to 7 p.m. For families, free books, games and summer fun.

Free.

Tech Time at the Library: Warrenton Central Library, 11 Winchester St., Warrenton. Noon to 2 p.m. Additional dates: Tuesday, July 2, 10 a.m. to noon. Get some help with devices (smart phone, tablet or laptop); teaching and troubleshooting only; no device repair. Appointments recommended; call 540-422-8500 ext. 2.

Walk-ins will be accepted as time permits.

Free.

Friends of the Rappahannock-Grow, Grow, Grow: Warrenton Central Library, 11 Winchester St., Warrenton. 2 to 3 p.m.

Children in grades 3 to 5 will learn about plants and animals in special programs featuring activities on a nature theme.

Presentation and supplies provided by Friends of the Rappahannock. Registration required; go to https://bit.ly/3WFWZcg to reserve a child’s spot. Free.

Environmental Services-Plastic Bag Jump Rope: John Marshall Branch Library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall. 2 to 3 p.m.

For children in grades 1 to 5. Join in turning a simple plastic bag into something fun and environmentally friendly. This activity not only promotes recycling and reusing but also encourages physical activity through jump rope play. Presentation and supplies provided by Fauquier County Environmental Services. Go to https://bit.ly/4bobqGw to reserve a child’s space. Free.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting: Warrenton Central Library, 11 Winchester St., Warrenton. 4 to 5:30 p.m. For more information, call 540-422-8500 x4.

Fauquier Young Professionals Present Sunset Yoga at Wollam Gardens: Wollam Gardens, 5167 Jeffersonton Road, Jeffersonton. 6 to 8 p.m. Welcome and networking at 6 p.m. Yoga at 7 p.m. Bring a mat or one will be provided. Register at https://www.fauquierchamberva. chambermaster.com/event/registration/ register/18772. $25 a person.

Senior Supper: Bistro on the Hill, 500 Hospital Drive, Warrenton. 4:30 to 6 p.m. For seniors 55-plus. Cost $7.65.

Coffee and Conversation: Spiritual Care Support Ministries, 7179 New Hope Lane,

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Dog Daze event scheduled Saturday. The inaugural Dog Daze working dog event is Saturday, May 28 at Glenwood Park in Middleburg. There will be hound and working dog presentations and demonstrations from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., with shopping, food trucks and canine activities all day.

The event is hosted by the Middleburg-based Masters of Foxhounds Association.

Exhibitors include local groups Middleburg Hunt, Detection K9, Ridgeside K9 and Hunt Country K9, plus Canine Companions for Independence, Raptor Hill Falconry, the Virginia Search and Rescue Dog Association, Hill and Hollow Bassets, Herd Ewe Sheepdogs, Becca Phizmont Terriers, the Virginia State Police Bloodhounds and more. Children are invited to participate in a pet costume competition, a best frisbee catch and stick pony races. There will also be a fly-casting demo. The world’s largest foxhound bench-show is Sunday at Morven Park. The annual American Foxhound Club hound show started in 1934 at the Montpelier estate in Orange County; it was held for seven years until World War I interrupted.

The Virginia Foxhound Club replaced the old American Foxhound Club when it was established in 1954, with the new group’s first show, also held at Montpelier, that same year. The show moved to the Upperville Colt and Horse Show grounds in 1961, then to Glenwood Park in Middleburg, then to the Glenara estate on Crest Hill Road near Marshall in 1965. The event grew so much it shifted to Oatlands, south of Leesburg in 1970, then in 1996 to Morven Park north of town.The weekend schedule includes an 11 a.m. book talk at the Morven Park carriage museum on Saturday, May 28 by author Marian Eason to discuss her new book, “A history of the North Cotswold Hunt.”

A Huntsmen’s Room induction ceremony will be at 4 p.m. Saturday, with Casanova Hunt’s Tommy Lee Jones, Keswick Hunt’s Jake Carle and California huntsman David Wendler joining the hunting hall of fame.

The national hunting horn

blowing contest is Saturday night at the Morven Park mansion.

There are four rings – American foxhounds, English, Crossbred and Penn Marydel. The popular junior handlers’ classes are at 12 noonAdmission and parking are free.

A complete class list and more history are at virginia Twilight Polo returns.

The popular Twilight Polo series starts up at Great Meadow near The Plains, with three games each evening Grass games are held at Great Meadow most Sunday mornings, with arena games also held at club president and polo school chief instructor John Gobin's farm in Middleburg.

Tournaments include the Sherman memorial, women's arena championship, U.S. Open arena championship and U.S. arena handicap.

Racing returns to Colonial Downs – in a big way. The season at Colonial Downs in New Kent County offers more racing and higher purse money than ever before. The meet runs with racing scheduled Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays at Hurdle races are planned every Monday.

The grade 3 Virginia Derby and Virginia Oaks are scheduled All Colonial races are televised on TVG. Colonial and the Virginia Horsemen’s Benevolent and Protective Association support the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance; since 2019, the two organizations have contributed more than $100,000 for the care of retired racehorses. The Old Dominion Hounds host an open trail ride Sunday, June 5 from Running Fields in Orlean. The guided ride begins at 11:30 a.m. with lunch served after the two-hour slow-pace ride.

Find more details and a hunt fixture map on the Crystal Crown returns July 23. The Tri-State Riding Club hosts a Crystal Crown judged pleasure ride series event on Saturday, at Camp Highroad near Aldie.

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The event is hosted by the Middleburg-based Masters of Foxhounds Association.

Exhibitors include local groups Middleburg Hunt, Detection K9, Ridgeside K9 and Hunt Country K9, plus Canine Companions for Independence, Raptor Hill Falconry, the Virginia Search and Rescue Dog Association, Hill and Hollow Bassets, Herd Ewe Sheepdogs, Becca Phizmont Terriers, the Virginia State Police Bloodhounds and more. Children are invited to participate in a pet costume competition, a best frisbee catch and stick pony races. There will also be a fly-casting demo. The world’s largest foxhound bench-show is Sunday at Morven Park Dog Daze event scheduled Saturday. The inaugural Dog Daze working dog event is Saturday, May 28 at Glenwood Park in Middleburg. There will be hound and working dog presentations and demonstrations from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., with shopping, food trucks and canine activities all day.

The event is hosted by the Middleburg-based Masters of Foxhounds Association.

Exhibitors include local groups Middleburg Hunt, Detection K9, Ridgeside K9 and Hunt Country K9, plus Canine Companions for Independence, Raptor Hill Falconry, the Virginia Search and Rescue Dog Association, Hill and Hollow Bassets, Herd Ewe Sheepdogs, Becca Phizmont Terriers, the Virginia State Police Bloodhounds and more. Children are invited to participate in a pet costume competition, a best frisbee catch and stick pony races. There will also be a fly-casting demo. The world’s largest foxhound bench-show is Sunday at Morven Park The annual American Foxhound Club hound show started in 1934 at the Montpelier estate in Orange County; it was held for seven years until World War I interrupted. The Virginia Foxhound Club replaced the old American Foxhound Club when it was established in 1954, with the new group’s first show, also held at Montpelier, that same year.

The show moved to the Upperville Colt and Horse Show grounds in 1961, then to Glenwood Park in Middleburg, then to the Glenara estate on Crest Hill Road near Marshall in 1965. The event grew so much it shifted to Oatlands, south of Leesburg in 1970, then in 1996 to Morven Park north of town.

The weekend schedule includes an 11 a.m. book talk at the Morven Park carriage museum on Saturday, May 28 by author Marian Eason to discuss her new book, “A history of the North Cotswold Hunt.” A Huntsmen’s Room induction ceremony will be at 4 p.m.

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There are four rings – American foxhounds, English, Crossbred and Penn Marydel. The popular junior handlers’ classes are at 12 noonAdmission and parking are free.

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The popular Twilight Polo series starts up at Great Meadow near The Plains, with three games each evening Grass games are held at Great Meadow most Sunday mornings, with arena games also held at club president and polo school chief instructor John Gobin’s farm in Middleburg.

Tournaments include the Sherman memorial, women’s arena championship, U.S. Open arena championship and U.S. arena handicap. Racing returns to Colonial Downs – in a big way. The season at Colonial Downs in New Kent County offers more racing and higher purse money than ever before. The meet runs with racing scheduled Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Hurdle races are planned every Monday.

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KETTLE RUN’S HAWKINS NAMED REGION’S TOP BOYS LACROSSE DEFENDER Kettle Run senior Carson Hawkins is the Class 3 Region B boys lacrosse Defensive Player of the Year.

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SHAW, SCOTT ARE 2024 FAUQUIER TIMES FAUQUIER HIGH ATHLETES OF THE YEAR

PHOTO BY DOUG STROUD

Wyatt Shaw and Cassidy Scott concluded their remarkable Fauquier High track and field careers with a combined 12 individual state titles and are 2024 Fauquier Times FHS Athletes of the Year. Shaw will high jump at the U.S. Naval Academy. Scott will run at the University of North Carolina.

Up, up and away: 3-time state high jump champ Shaw headed to Navy

By Dylan Tefft

Contributing Writer

Whether it’s his illustrious high school career in the high jump or his desire to fly planes for the U.S. Navy, Fauquier High’s Wyatt Shaw has always been adamant on getting as far from the ground as possible.

“I just love getting up there,” Shaw said.

The high-achieving 5-foot-9 jumper won three state championships in his final two seasons. He swept the Class 4 indoor and outdoor titles his junior year and won Class 3 indoors as a senior.

Shaw’s dedication and shining success in a difficult specialty earned him the distinction of 2024 Fauquier Times Fauquier High Boys Athlete of the Year.

Shaw’s favorite state title came outdoors during his junior year where he jumped a state record

6-8.5 to shock a Lynchburg crowd.

The record has since been broken

by Tunstall High’s Jamarcus Brown and his 7-foot mark, but Shaw recalls the event as fondly as ever.

“I wanted to go for 6-8.25 but the officials accidentally put the bar at 6-8.5,” Shaw said. “I got it on my last attempt, and it felt like the entire stadium was watching me. I jumped up and just heard silence.

Then when I landed on the pit there was just a ton of screaming. Everybody in the stands, everybody on the sidelines.

“It was so cool to have all that support and have a moment where I could do something so cool and be a part of some records,” Shaw said.

Shaw’s success over the bar paired with his 4.0 GPA earned him a ticket to the ultra-prestigious United States See SHAW, page 16

With 12 state titles, Scott is greatest female Falcon runner since Bowman

By Matthew Proctor Staff Writer

er Times Fauquier High Girls Athlete of the Year.

Scott’s journey to becoming a dominant distance runner, specializing in the 800, 1,000 and the mile, began as soon as she could walk.

Parents Mark and Johanna Scott – the former a PE teacher and longtime assistant track and cross country coach and the latter a guidance counselor at FHS – introduced Scott to the track at an early age, and it stuck.

“I still remember when she was about two (years old) and she wanted to go for a run. We ended up running a mile. She just kept going and going,” said dad Mark, a former Westminster College (New Wilmington, Pa.) runner.

Head coach Quentin Jones recalls seeing Scott around the Kelican Field track as a toddler often.

As the daughter of two former college runners and current Fauquier High School educators, one being an assistant Fauquier track and cross country coach, it was Cassidy Scott’s destiny to run fast – and do it as a Falcon. Scott delivered an illustrious career that included 12 state titles, culminating with a victory in the 800 meters at the Class 3 outdoor track meet on June 1.

Scott’s sustained excellence over four years has carved her a unique spot as the greatest Falcon female track performer since 2005 grad Sarah Bowman, who became an all-American at the University of Tennessee after winning 15 state titles for Fauquier High.

With her impressive mantle of nine individual state golds, Scott is an easy choice as the 2024 Fauqui- See SCOTT, page 15

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From Falcon to Tar Heel: Fleet-footed Scott will run at UNC SCOTT, from page 14

THE SCOTT FILE

-Family: Dad Mark is a PE teacher and distance running coach at Fauquier. Mom Johanna is a guidance counselor at Fauquier.

Sister Seneca is a rising junior and track and cross country runner at Fauquier.

-Education and career goals: Will run track and cross country at the University of North Carolina.

Is interested in exercise science, nutrition and wildlife biology.

-Fauquier records: Fastest 500 meters (1:17.15); fastest 4x800 relay (9:33.14).

-Track role models: Team USA runners Sydney McLaughlinLevrone and Athing Mu. -Hobbies: Hiking, swimming and walking her dogs Barkley and Penny.

-Favorite musicians: Zach Bryan and Pitbull.

-Favorite TV shows: The Office and Criminal Minds.

-Favorite restaurant: El Agave in Warrenton.

-Favorite vacation: Family trip to Aruba.

-Favorite team: Pittsburgh Steelers.

-Favorite book: The Hunger Games series.

“She was running around at practices, and then as she got a little older, she ran with some of the girls,” Jones said.

Scott played basketball, soccer, softball, and even flag football growing up, but running was always her true calling.

“I found a talent in running, so I had more fun with it because I was having success,” Scott said. “I liked the individuality of it. I can have my own success, but at the same time have the team’s success too.”

“You really can’t push a kid in this sport. They’ve got to motivate themselves,” said mom Johanna, who ran at Virginia Tech. “We wanted her to do whatever she thought was fun and enjoyable, and she enjoyed that competitiveness in races.”

Scott got some initial confidence from flag football when she said she could outrun all the boys and score touchdowns. “I was like, ‘Maybe I can be a good athlete.’ I just had fun competing and beating the boys,” Scott said.

Scott participated in fun runs and Girls on the Run, a non-profit designed to develop interpersonal skills and encourage healthy lifestyles for young girls through running, throughout elementary school before joining the cross country team at Warrenton Middle.

No days off

Before her 8th grade cross country season in the spring of 2020, Scott had major ambitions, so when the COVID-19 pandemic canceled the season, she was crushed.

That disappointment became fuel for motivation as Scott and her dad trained together every day during the lockdown to prepare for high school. The habits Scott developed stuck with her as she never skips a workout.

“We’d have a homecoming parade and I’d say, ‘No practice today.’

She would still get her run in,” Jones said. “I would talk to Mark and he’d say, ‘We were down at the beach and she wouldn’t go to the beach until she got her run in.’”

Jones said Scott’s dedication mirrored the legendary Bowman. Scott took the ice baths, did extra stretching, focused on her warm-ups and lived the life of an elite runner.

“One other person I remember doing that was Sarah Bowman. Sarah would sacrifice social events, just like Cassidy would, to get her run in, to stay on track,” Jones said.

Scott runs 30-40 miles per week to build endurance while also hitting the weight room, doing squats and dead lifts to build speed as well as overhead and bench presses and core exercises for overall strength.

Scott enjoyed cross country as well, using it to become an all-round threat.

“In cross country, you build up the endurance and then you’re strong going into track. Then the speed training from track really helps finishing at the end of a cross country meet, so they really benefit each oth-

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12-time state champion Cassidy Scott’s need for speed was evident at age two when dad Mark said Cassidy wanted to go running and ended up completing a mile. er,” Scott said.

the 4x800 relay at the state outdoor meet in the spring.

Stacking up the gold Scott won her first two individual In Scott’s freshman year, the state titles as a sophomore, winning cross country season was moved to the 800 and the mile (4:51.63) during the spring because of the pandemthe outdoor season. Her time in the ic, so the indoor track season in the mile set a personal record that still winter was her first taste of high stands. school sports, and she hit the ground Earlier that year, Scott ran the running. mile in 4:51.9 At the Class at the HandScott’s 12 state titles 4 indoor meet, ley InvitationClass 4 indoor track (4): Won the Scott captured al to break the 4x400 and 4x800 relays in 2021; won her first two 5-minute mark 1,000 and mile in 2023. state titles in for the first Class 3 indoor track (2): Won the winning the time in her life, 1,000 and mile in 2024.

4x400 and calling it key 4x800 relays. Class 4 outdoor track (5): Won the stage in her 4x800 relay in 2021; won 800 and She also fingrowth. “I PRmile in 2022 and 2023. ished second ed by 12 secClass 3 outdoor track (1): Won the in the mile to onds and I beat 800 in 2024. score big points the defending for the Falcons’ state champ. girls, who won the team state cham- I was all confidence that day,” she pionship. said.

Scott was a star on the rise, gain“That put her on a whole different ing maturity and knowledge she trajectory. 4:51 gets you recruited by used to win more state titles. Said Jo- everybody,” Mark Scott said. hanna Scott, “At that point she recScott’s junior season was her ognized her speed and endurance. It most successful, winning four state was a game changer.” titles – the 1,000 and the mile in the After the indoor season, Scott winter and the 800 and the mile in took seventh in the 5K at the state the spring. As a senior, Scott again cross country meet before winning won both the indoor 1,000 and the

mile before ending her career with a victory in the 800 at outdoor states.

The mile was Scott’s most successful event, winning four state golds, but the 1,000 was her favorite.

“It works to my strengths the best.

It’s fast like the 800 but I can also use my endurance and strength from cross country,” Scott said, adding the indoor season was her favorite of the three. “I love running on the indoor track. It feels so fast when it’s banked.”

Scott the Tar Heel

Scott will run track and cross country at the University of North Carolina, picking the Tar Heels over Tennessee, Virginia Tech, Liberty University and others.

Scott began receiving national interest from coaches after her sophomore year, but she wanted to stay close to home. After her junior year, Scott was locked in on Tennessee, where Bowman was an all-American.

Then UNC came knocking. “I was very close to saying, ‘I already have my options picked out,’ but I talked to my dad and he said to just call. I talked to them and I really liked the coach, so I went down and met with them. I was still uncertain because I really wanted to go to Tennessee, then I went on the visit and I was like, ‘UNC is where I want to be.’ I just knew,” Scott said.

Scott is undecided on what she will study but is interested in exercise science and nutrition as well as wildlife biology. “I love animals and being outside, but I also love athletics,” she said.

Most importantly, she wants to run faster. “I’m just excited to have big improvements again.”

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In awe of Shaw: 5-foot-9 high jumper skies his way to U.S. Naval Academy SHAW, from page 14

THE SHAW FILE

-Family: Parents are Meredith Shaw, a nurse and a former NCAA Division I cross country runner at Radford and Daniel Shaw, an FHS science teacher and FHS golf coach. Brother Hayden ran cross country and track and field at FHS. Sister Maise plays JV field hockey and softball and runs indoor track.

-Hobbies: Weightlifting and spending time with his girlfriend, family and dogs. Loves to come home from meets or events and relax in his pajamas. Playing guitar, frisbee golf, hiking, listening to music, drawing and hanging out with his two black labs, Roscoe and Otis. Keeps plants in his room that he loves to take care of.

-Summer plans: Going on a beach vacation with friends, spending time with family before going off to the Naval Academy.

-Goals for college: Hit 7-foot in the high jump, make friends with the Navy track and field team and graduate as a midshipman to go into piloting.

-Favorite foods: Pickles, Chipotle, Italian subs and sandwiches.

-Interests besides track and field: Fashion. Always shopping for new pieces to put new outfits together.

-Fun facts: Can do a backflip, can juggle, can balance a broom on his nose and has a good singing voice.

Naval Academy in the fall. He’ll head to Annapolis vying to become a naval pilot while jumping for a decorated NCAA Division I program. “My 6-8.5 was really my ticket punched into the academy,” Shaw said.

The Naval Academy invited Shaw for an official visit last October. “For official visits you get to stay with an academy student for two nights. It was really great,” Shaw recalled. “I stayed in the dorm with them and went to some classes. They put me with a high jumper who also wants to go the pilot route which is what I want to do. And he was really cool.”

Shaw’s great grandfather’s tenure in the academy as well as his grandparent’s service in Vietnam helped guide Shaw’s path. Most of all, Shaw imagined himself taking to the skies as a pilot since he was little.

“When I was younger my mom and dad asked me like what I wanted to do and I went from wanting to be a police officer to wanting to be a pilot,” Shaw said. “The pilot one always seemed so cool. I love flying.

So that just kind of stuck.”

Bye-bye soccer

Shaw’s athletic journey began as a lifelong soccer player. He said an underwhelming sophomore season opened him to other avenues. Motivated by the suggestions of some friends, Shaw gave track and field a try.

In soccer Shaw was often sent out for corner kicks because of his jumping ability. That made the high jump a match made in heaven.

“The first couple of weeks, they have all the athletes try out different events to see what they like. I cleared 5-6 on the first try,” Shaw said. “The coach was really excited, but I didn’t know what was good or not. I just took that as a good sign and stuck with it.”

Track coach Quentin Jones said Shaw was always a kid he wanted to have on the team. “It was tough trying to pin him down, getting him into our program… then it was kind of like, ‘Oh my gosh, this guy’s got some abilities,’” Jones said.

In his first indoor season, Shaw didn’t clear anything higher than 5-9 during meets. It all came together during his first go outdoors later in 2022. “Something just clicked,” Shaw said. “I realized how fun high jump is and decided to quit soccer.”

Shaw reached new heights during the rest of his rookie year, improving to 6-2. “He came to practice a little jovial and relaxed but would suddenly change gears and get into practice mode,” Jones said. “He did practice very hard. His work ethic has always been very strong, it’s his mindset.”

Shaw’s breakout

Shaw’s junior year saw him continue to emerge as a Class 4 jump talent. He captured regionals and states indoors then won states outdoors with his Class 4 record.

With two Class 4 state titles in a row, Shaw entered his senior year looking to keep the run going. With Fauquier’s reclassification to Class 3, Shaw won states in the indoor season

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Wyatt Shaw took up high jumping midway through his Fauquier career and won three state titles. He wants to leap 7-feet for the Navy track team and fly planes. with a monstrous 6-6 leap. The win earned Shaw an invite to the New Balance Indoor Nationals, where he managed to place despite facing a level of talent he wasn’t used to.

Disappointment struck this past June as hopes of earning his fourth straight state title ended when Shaw was unable to clear the bar in any of his attempts.

“I broke down in tears because I was super upset,” Shaw said. “I didn’t want to leave. I wanted to go out with a bang, but fact is it just it sucked, not being put finish out the way I wanted to.”

“I just gave him a hug,” said Wyatt’s mother, Meredith. “It’s okay.

It happens. Both his dad and I have never felt like it’s an expectation that he has to win. Nothing like that. Nothing is ever a given. We approached it with the idea that it’s over and done with. Learn from it if you need to but move on. It’s not the end of the world… he puts a lot of pressure on himself.”

Shaw’s position coach Sam Oravec said Shaw’s heartbreak was a reality check.

“We talked about it, and We reflected on it,” Oravec said. “I think that was a really good learning opportunity. It happens to everybody. It’s more about how you get up from it. It’s about how you pick yourself up.”

Shaw vented his frustrations with two more competitions, earning second in the 4x100 relay team and sixth in the long jump.

Shaw owns the FHS long jump record with a 228.25 mark.

“A no-height can be really debilitating for a kid,” Oravec said. “He was really resilient.

He came back and executed on day two. ”

Little big man

By jumping standards, Shaw is undersized at 5-9, but he’s shined with relentless weightlifting that has left him strong, quick, powerful and fast.

“If you’re shorter, you already have a biological disadvantage, so you have to be crafty with your technique and training,” Oravec said.

“He looks like an outsider compared to his (taller) competitors.

Shaw’s athletic ability stems from being part of a sports-loving family. His father, Daniel, is the golf coach at FHS,

and his mother, Meredith, ran cross country all four years at Radford University. His older brother, Hayden, ran cross country and track for FHS and his younger sister, Maise, is a multi-sport athlete for the Falcons playing field hockey, track, and softball.

“It’s an extended part of my family,” Shaw said of FHS athletics.

“I grew up going to Fauquier (High),” Daniel Shaw said. “It was the only high school in the county.

We had a lot of good people and then we dominated football and no other sports, and I was a very proud member of the school. When I was there, I was proud to be a Falcon and now (Wyatt) has got to feel proud too. It’s a nice family there with a winning community and we make a lot of relationships.”

The U.S. Naval Academy, with its rigorous academic and athletic demands, is next up for the FHS jump legend.

“It’s been the same thing even when he played soccer. He’s not going to back down, he’s going to battle,” Daniel Shaw said. “He takes that same mentality to individual events and everything else he goes through.”

“He knows exactly what he wants,” Merideth Shaw said. “He’s always been like that, ever since he was a toddler. And he can do it all on his own now.

“He’s a sensitive guy, very sweet and thoughtful. Funny too, and that can be maddening… I’m sad that I won’t get to see him every day, but this is what’s supposed to happen and I’m so happy for him. He’s ready.”

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CALENDAR, from page 11 Warrenton. 10 a.m. to noon. Come for a cup of coffee, tea, light refreshments and a place to chat. Info 540-349-5814.

Free.

Open Prayer Gathering: Spiritual Care Support Ministries, 7179 New Hope Lane, Warrenton. Noon to 12:30 p.m. Come for personal prayer or to pray for others. Requests can be made by calling 540-349-5814 or go to https://www.scsm.tv/ contactus.

Tomba: Middleburg Community Center, 300 W. Washington St., Middleburg. 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. and Saturday, June 29. Enjoy Tom Sweitzer’s version of Zumba. For more information, call 540-687-6373.

SpongeBob SquarePants The Musical: Hylton Performing Arts Center, 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas.

7 p.m. Additional dates: Saturday, June 29, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Presented by ARTfactory’s Pied Piper Theater.

For tickets and information, call 703-9937759. Tickets: $25 adults, $20 seniors, students

Friday, June 28 Coffee and Commerce at Old Salem Cafe: Old Salem Cafe, 4197 Winchester Road, Marshall. 8 to 9 a.m. Informal networking while enjoying a copy of coffee, mingle with fellow business professionals and community members, share thoughts, ideas and concerns with CEO of the Chamber, Alec Burnett. Register at https://www.fauquiercchamberva. chambermaster.com/eventregistration/register/18764.

Coffee, pastries and breakfast items are available for purchase.

Warrenton Town Limits Festival: On the fields surrounding the WARF, 800 Waterloo Road, Warrenton. 4 p.m. Live music; food trucks; moon bounces; a patriotic skydiver; fireworks after dark; and more. Free entry.

SpongeBob SquarePants The Musical: Hylton Performing Arts Center, 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas. 7 p.m. Additional dates: Saturday, June 29, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Presented by ARTfactory’s Pied Piper Theater. For tickets and information, call 703-993-7759. Tickets: $25 adults, $20 seniors, students.

CannaSummerFest 2026: Wollam Gardens, 5167 Jeffersonton Road, Jeffersonton. Noon to 6 p.m. Vendors; food trucks; live DJ; karaoke; beer truck; crafts; games; prizes; and more. Tickets are available at https://www. cannasummerfest.ticketleap.com/cannasummerfest-2024.

HARDY-Quit!! Tour: Jiffy Lube Live, 7800 Cellar Door Drive, Bristow. 6:45 p.m. Tickets are available at www.ticketmaster. com Open Late Concert Series at NSLM: National Sporting Library and Museum, 102 The Plains Road, Middleburg. 6 to 8 p.m. Featuring the Bryan Shepherd Country Band. Bring chairs or blankets; picnics welcome; no glass containers or outside alcohol; concessions available; free parking; pets must be leashed. For more information, call 540-687-6542 x26. Free.

Book Cellar: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. John Barton Payne Building Basement, 2 Courthouse Square, Warrenton. Additional date: Saturday, June 29; same times. Call 540-341-3447 to volunteer.

DMV Connect: John Marshall Branch Library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall. 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. For adults. Free. Appointments are required; go to www.

DMVnow.com. DMV Connect is an easy way to connect with the VA Department of Motor Vehicles for all DMV transactions except vital records, testing and printed titles.

Sumerduck Ruritan Pickin Party: Sumerduck Ruritan, 5335 Sumerduck Road, Sumerduck. 6 to 8 p.m. Featuring the group Justified. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Food for sale, hotdogs, hamburgers, fries, desserts, and refreshments.

50/50 raffle. All proceeds fund community service needs.

Saturday, June 29 The Great Big Book Party: Eva Walker Park, Alexandria Pike and North St., Warrenton. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Meet three nationally known children’s book authors. There will be treats; Paws to Read dogs; a story walk; art activities; free book give-away; and the opportunity to purchase books and get signatures from the visiting authors. This program is presented by Fauquier County Public Library and is sponsored by the Hazel Foundation and the Friends of Fauquier Library, in partnership with Town of Warrenton Parks and Recreation, The Open Book, Drum-n-Strum and K-9 Caring Angels.

Bug’s Life-A Closeup Look at the World of Insects Workshop: Oak Spring Garden Foundation, The Apple House, 1776 Loughborough Lane, Upperville. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Learn more about the vital role of insects in our ecosystems. Registration is required; go to https://www. eventbrite.com/e/bugs-life-a-closeup-look-at-the-world-ofinsects-tickets-907759492077. $50.

Bill Crisp’s Reptiles: Middleburg Library, 101 Reed St., Middleburg. 2 to 3 p.m. View snakes with expert Bill Crisp while learning about Northern Virginia’s local snake population.

Volunteer Day-Invasive Species Removal: The Clifton Institute, 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton. 9 a.m. to noon.

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For adults and children ages 12 and up, accompanied by an adult. Bring clothing appropriate for the weather, gloves and/ or small tools if desired. To register, call 540-341-3651. Free.

Gardening for Wildlife with Virginia Natives: Historic Marshall Schoolhouse #18 Demonstration Gardens, 7592 John Marshall Highway, Marshall. 1 p.m. Hosted by the Master Gardeners of Fauquier and Rappahannock counties.

Open to the public. Registration required; go to https:// www.mgfrc.org/events/gardening-for-wildlife-with-virginianatives-29. Free.

Dog Days at Valley View Farm: Valley View Farm, 1550 Leeds Manor Road, Delaplane. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Additional dates: Sunday, June 30, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Bring a dog and enjoy a day at the farm.

Book Signing-Historical Places of Warrenton: Fauquier History Museum at the Old Jail, 10 Ashby St., Warrenton. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Come meet the author of “Historical Places of Warrenton.” Books will be available for purchase. The author can sign the book.

Saturday Storytime with Leah Moser: Middleburg Books, 17 S. Madison St., Middleburg. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Join us for a reading and activity with children’s author, Leah Moser. She will be reading her book, “I Am a Thundercloud.”

Registration required; go to https://www.tickettailor.com/ events/middleburgbooks1/1276576.

Sunday, June 30 Open Minds Book Club: The Open Book, 104 Main St., Warrenton. 5 to 6:30 p.m. New book club cohosted with Fauquier Pride. New, fun and open to all (18 years-plus). The group will discuss “Last Night at the Telegraph Club,” by Malinda Lo. Enjoy food, fun and friends.

Sunday Sketch: National Sporting Library and Museum, 102 The Plains Road, Middleburg. 2 to 4 p.m. All ages and abilities are welcome. No registration; all materials provided.

Free and open to the public.

Free Community Yoga with Natasha: Archwood Green Barns Farmers Market, 4559 Old Tavern Road, The Plains. 11 a.m. All experience levels, and all ages welcome. Bring a mat, towel orblanket to practice on.

Monday, July 1 A World of Color: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive North, Bealeton; John Marshall Branch Library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marhsall; and Warrenton Central Library, 11 Winchester St., Warrenton. All day. Complete a community-wide coloring project featuring a map of the world. Make a mark and help us color the world all summer long.

Art Cart: John Marshall Branch Library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. For preschool and elementary school aged children. No registration required.

Free.

Preschool Story Time: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive, Bealeton. 10:30 to 11 a.m. For children up to age 5 and their families. Caregivers must remain in the children’s areas. Free; no registration required.

Tiny Tots Story Time: Warrenton Central Library, 11 Winchester St., Warrenton. 10:30 to 11 a.m. and 11 to 11:30 a.m. For infants to 2-year-old children with a caregiver. Preregistration is not required. Tickets to the program will be available first come, first served at the Youth Services desk on the morning of the program; quantities will be limited.

Free.

Pajama Story Time: John Marshall Branch Library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall. 6:30 to 7 p.m. For all ages, stories, songs and activities, PJs are welcome. No registration required. Free.

Great Books Discussion Group: Virtual. 7 to 8:30 p.m.

The group will discuss “Bright and Morning Star,” by Richard Wright. New members welcome. To join these virtual meetings, email jeanne.day@fauquiercounty.gov or call 540422-8500, ext. 2. Free.

Tuesday, July 2 Spinning Yarns Knit and Crochet Club: The Open Book, 104 Main St., Warrenton. 5:30 to 7 p.m. Bring needles and hooks every first and third Tuesday from 5:30 to 7 p.m. for an informal, drop-in club knitting and crocheting club. Attendees aged 18 and up can learn from each other and socialize.

There are no skills or requirements for membership.

Middleburg Books Poetry Book Club: Middleburg Books, 17 S. Madison St., Middleburg.

6 to 7 p.m. The group will discuss “The Invention of the Darling,” by Li-Young Lee. Registration required; go to https:// www.tickettailor.com/events/middleburgbooks1/1254328.

“Mane” Event: Eva Walker Park, Warrenton. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Families are invited to hear the story of Lola, a therapy horse. Following the story time, participants may meet Lola, participate in a Q&A, and see a demonstration of Lola’s tricks and abilities. For more information, call 540-422-8500 x3.

Kona Ice: Eva Walker Park, Warrenton. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Enjoy a free shaved ice treat to beat the summer heat. For more information, call 540-422-8500 x3.

SPLAT (Science, Play, Language, Art, Technology)Soaring High:-An Exploration of Birds and Flight: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive North, Bealeton. 2 to 3 p.m. For children ages 6 to 8. Registration is required, go to https://bit.ly/3QGyXtT to reserve a child’s spot. For more information, call 540-422-8500 x5.

SPLAT (Science, Play, Language, Art, Technology)-It’s Electrifying: Warrenton Central Library, 11 Winchester St., Warrenton. 2 to 3 p.m. For children ages 6 to 8. Registration is required, go to https://bit.ly/4dBscDc to reserve a child’s spot. For more information, call 540-422-8500 x3.

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Planners raise concerns about proposed data centers CATLETT, from page 5 Other questions raised by the commissioners included whether the maximum 65-foot height included rooftop machinery and screening walls. Lebow later said it did.

Commissioner Bob Lee asked if the State Corporation Commission, which oversees the placement of new transmission lines, could veto the developers’ offer to bury 3 miles of 230-kilovolt transmission lines to the data center from a Nokesville substation, as required by county code.

“If for some reason we cannot work out a solution with Dominion

and the (state), we will not be able to do it,” Lebow said.

During an interview Friday, Lebow said that one of Headwaters’ biggest challenges will be setting up a legal structure to make good on its promise to donate $100,000 each year for 10 years to enhance the Catlett community. Such arrangements are not the norm in Fauquier County.

Another will be establishing a conservation easement of up to 80 acres on the project’s northern boundary in an effort to prevent data centers from expanding to nearby properties.

In response to concerns that other data centers will follow if the rezon-

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As for the property’s future, Lebow noted the land is zoned industrial, which allows for many types of commercial or industrial uses.

“I have tried really hard throughout this process to not use the industrial land zoning as a threat because it’s not our intent,” he said. “But if it isn’t rezoned, we will have to do something with the property. We have investors, and the property will not sit idle.”

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PROPERTY TRANSFERS These property transfers, filed June 10-16, 2024 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 sale: $4,250,000 in Marshall District

Cedar Run District Michael Brent Page to Eric L. Kilburn, 26.9452 acres at 12863 Elk Run Church Road, Goldvein. $675,000 Main Street Heritage LLC to Dylan Johnston, 2 acres at 8352 Kines Road near Warrenton. $515,000 Kimberly Schwandt to Richard Purdy, 0.6760 acre at 7663 Greenwood Way, Nokesville. $650,000 Mark R. Sutton IV to Dennis Rollins, 3589 Deep Run Lane near Goldvein/Morrisville. $485,000

Lee District Kevin R. Price to Loc Quang Lam, 203 Wankoma Drive, Remington. $275,000

Street, Warrenton. $375,000

Plains. $275,000

Julia Mae Reid to Joseph Dedekind, 560 Evans Avenue, Warrenton. $408,200

Timothy D. Hogan to Ryan Serge, 5454 Beechtree Drive near Warrenton. $715,000

Robert M. Iten IV to George Callaghan, 24.8998 acres at 7243 Blackwell Road, Warrenton. $1,235,000

A&S Rental Properties Limited Partnership R LLP to RW Custom Homes, 1.6996 acres on Hillside Drive near Warrenton. $195,000

Sherelle Jontae Smith to Mercedes Nicole Bland, 0.3119 acre at 46 Taylor Street, Warrenton. $300,000

A&S Rental Properties Limited Partnership R LLP to RW Custom Homes, Lot 6 on Hillside Drive near Warrenton. $220,000

Thomas E. McLaughlin Jr. to Steven MacDonald, 8,775 sq. ft. at 116 Moffett Avenue, Warrenton. $346,000

Rene Gimon to Christian C. Harper, 5616 Sinclair Drive near Warrenton. $840,000

Ilse Wolf to Jake Utne, 6285 Ghadban Court, Warrenton. $575,000

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Judith P. E. Heflin to Jing Ping He, 246 North View Circle, Warrenton. $515,000

Bruce C. Patterson Tr. to Diane K. Bungato, 5364 Wade Court near Warrenton. $845,000

Robyn Payne Burke to SONA Inc., Lot 11 on Solgrove Road, Warrenton. $290,000

Audrey L. Bunch to Joseph Patrick Pelican, 7215 Rebel Drive near Warrenton. $805,000

Diane L. Thompson to Alexander Rafael Antezana Delgado, 7169 Spotsylvania Street, Warrenton. $469,900

Gianna Vega to Ricardo Cruz, 5180 Island Court near Warrenton. $775,000

Daniel Shaw to Victor Morales, 388 Falmouth

Tammy Beavers to George L. Beavers Jr. Tr., ½ interest in 7.9816 acres at 3628 Halfway Road, The

unton Wood Drive, Broad Run. $5

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Mauricio Merano Amaya, 2.093 acres of Winchester Road near Delaplane. $191,000 Roger L. Mercier to Albert Michael Penska III, 20.1890 acres on Rt. 688, Marshall. $375,000 Old Salem Community Development LLC to John Michael Tanner, 5095 Carter’s Crossing Avenue, Marshall. $856,650 Randolph C. Charles Tr. to David William Lang, 1.0086 acres at 11178 Kilkenny Road near Orlean/ Marshall. $925,000 Timothy T. Bright to Adelesmo Marquez Arellano, 6 acres at 3895 Leeds Manor Road, Markham. $760,000

Joel Stuart to David Andrew Cavossa, 2.7364 acres at 7921 Wellington Drive near Warrenton. $1,300,000

Upperville Business Park LLC to Cintra Cricket Bedford, 0.6135 acre & easement to Delaplane Grade Road, Upperville. $50,000

Carter’s Crossing LLC to Fauquier County Water & Sanitation Authority, 1.0887 acres. $29,400

Cintra Cricket Bedford to Upperville Business Park LLC, 3 Lots on Delaplane Grade Road, and 1.487 acres at 1144 Delaplane Grade Road, Upperville. $18,000

P&L 21LLC to Drew M. Legros, 10 acres at 6984 Owl Lane, Orlean/Marshall. $765,000 Ashley Dawn Callaway to Miguel Cortez, 5.0028 acres on Hume Road, Hume. $275,000 Patricia Dixon Thomas, Successor Tr., to Douglas

ADH Investments LLC to David E. Martin, 56.73002 acres off Mountain Shadow Lane and 28.95591 acres on Moore Road off Shadow Mountain Lane, Marshall. $4,250,000

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Death Notice

James Edward Corum, III

James Edward Corum, III, 70, of Charlotte, NC, passed June 21, 2024.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 29, 2024, 12:00 pm, at Mt. Nebo Baptist Church, 4679 Free State Road, Marshall, VA, 20115.

Online condolences can be given at www.joynesfuneralhome.com

Jennifer Mallory Gray

Jennifer Mallory Gray, 74, of Amissville, VA, passed June 2, 2024.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, 11:00 am, at Wayland Blue Ridge Baptist Center, 15044 Ryland Chapel Road, Rixeyville, VA, 22737.

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Mark "Fireball" Miller Mark Anthony" Fireball" Miller, 63, passed away on June 22 2024, at home surrounded by many family and friends. Born April 14, 1961 in Bluefield, West Virginia and spent his childhood growing up in McLean and Manassas, Virginia.

Mark worked as an Automotive Technician most of his life. He spent most weekends doing what he loved. Racing at Old Dominion Speedway, Dominion Raceway and Shenandoah Speedway. If he wasn't racing, he was riding his UTV in the mountains of West Virginia with family and friends.

Through out Mark's life, he touched the hearts of many.

He leaves behind his devoted fiancée, Vera Rice, his four-legged best friend, Harley, mother, Agnes Miller, brother Ricky (Debbie) Miller and sister Angela Stewart (Jimmy), special friend and caregiver Joanne Waite, "track wife" Amanda Hoak, 3 children, his race family the Mudineers, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his father, Morris Kyle Miller.

May he rest in peace knowing that he was loved my many and his spirit will live on in our hearts. He will never be forgotten.

In lieu of flowers, donations are to be made to the Virginia Cancer Center/Virginia Cancer Institute or his fiancée Vera Rice to help with expenses.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 27, 2024 at Moser Funeral home in Warrenton, Virginia from 5-7 pm viewing and funeral will be directly after. He will be laid to rest at the family cemetery in Lansing, NC on Saturday, June 29, 2024 at 2 pm.

This final farewell will be a time for family and friends to gather and remember Mark as we leave him at his final resting place.

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Evelyne Frances Chesney Evelyne Frances Chesney (née Wines), a lifelong resident of Fauquier County, passed away at home on June 17, 2024. She was born on June 7, 1950, to Crongie Wines and Mary Sinclair in Warrenton, Virginia. Evelyne played a significant role in raising her grandchildren, always showing deep love and care for her children, cousins, and friends. Her passion for animals was evident and she found joy in gardening, cooking, and occasionally indulging as a wine connoisseur.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Clayton, and her 1st-born daughter, Autumn Dawn. Evelyne is survived by her daughter Morica Marie, her grandchildren Alicia Joy-Monique Pacilio (Smoot), Andrew Byron Chesney, Brendan Isaiah Chesney, and Frank "Eli" Wymer, as well as her new great-grandson, Akiro Bear Chesney.

In earlier years, Evelyne managed restaurants in Northern Virginia and was a licensed hairdresser. Evelyne decided to donate her remains to science, helping to further the education of students and making a lasting impact even after her passing.

A celebration of Evelyne's life will be held at a later date.

Evelyne Frances Chesney will be remembered for her love, generosity, and the profound impact she had on those who loved her. She will be truly missed.

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Emory Ivan Tabor Jr. Emory Ivan Tabor Jr, 77, of Strasburg, VA passed away on June 22, 2024 at Winchester Medical Center.

He was born November 24, 1946 in Bluefield, WV to the late Emory Isaac Tabor and Anna Skelton Tabor.

He is survived by his wife of 58 years Barbara Rose Tabor; in addition to siblings Joanne Nichols and Lewis Tabor.

A Funeral will take place on Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 11:30 am at Moser Funeral Home, 233 Broadview Avenue, Warrenton, VA, 20186. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow at Stonewall Memory Gardens, 12004 Lee Highway Manassas, VA , 20109 Military honors will be provided by the United States Army.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Blue Ridge Hospice.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.moserfuneralhome.com

Susan Diane Cronk Lester Susan Diane Cronk Lester, 75 of Warrenton, VA passed away at home on June 17th, surrounded by her family.

Susan was an avid animal lover and spent many hours in her barn taking care of her beloved horses.

If asked, she would've told you that her favorite place was in the woods on the many trails behind her country home or she may have also answered with a name of a local winery. She had an adventurous spirit. She loved to travel, exploring what the world had to offer. She was always game for joining in on the fun and was most often the center of that fun.

Susan had a long career in Aerospace as a Senior Accountant, retiring from Aerojet-Rocketdyne in 2018.

Survived by her husband, Fred R. Lester; two children, Marjory D. Perry (Hugh) and Thomas H. Duvall; three step-children, Melissa Furman, Bryan Lester (Michelle) and Stuart Lester; two brothers, Fred Cronk (Charlotte), Bill Cronk (Rita), and two sisters Sally Mickley (Bo) and Vicki Riley (Dwayne); five grandchildren, Wesley Duvall, Rachael Veney, Brandy Duvall, Ashlin Duvall and Joshua Perry; eleven step-grandchildren and four great-grandchildren and one step great grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Marjory Cronk.

A Memorial Service is planned for Saturday, June 29, 2024 at 1:00pm at Moser Funeral Home with burial following at Little Georgetown Cemetery, Broad Run, VA. There will be a reception at Airlie afterwards.

Arrangements by Moser Funeral Home 233 Broadview Ave. Warrenton, VA 20186.

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James Roscoe Branscome Jr. James Roscoe Branscome Jr., 68, of Hume VA passed away. He served with Honor and Valor in the U.S. Army as a Staff Sergeant and was a Veteran of Operation Desert Storm during the Gulf War. He attended the Virginia Military Institute (VMI). He was born 1956 in Thomasville North Carolina.

Preceded in death by his brother John Royal Branscome his father James Roscoe Branscome and his mother Barbara Jean Branscome all of Hume VA. He is survived by his wife Iris Branscome; his son James Alexander Branscome, Maite Mattice Branscome and his grandson Jackson Royal Branscome.

Proud life time member of the Orlean Volunteer Fire Department. He dedicated himself to his family and friends, the land of his roots, his animal companions, and the lighter side of life. According to him, "this could have waited to tomorrow".

The family will receive friends on Monday, July 1, 2024 from 6-8pm at Moser Funeral Home, 233 Broadview Ave., Warrenton, VA Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, 2pm at Leeds Episcopal Church, 4346 Leeds Manor Road, Markham, Va. 22643 with a reception at the Parish House.

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TO PLACE YOUR AD: Call 540.351.1163 or email classifieds@fauquier.com Full name(s) of owner(s): DANIEL MCCARTHY LOUDEN Trading as: CMC Distributing, 5907B Long Fall Lane, Delaplane, Fauquier County, Virginia 20144 The above establishment is applying to the VIRGINIA ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL (ABC) AUTHORITY for a Wholesale license to sell or manufacture alcoholic beverages. DANIEL MCCARTHY LOUDEN 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.

ORDER OF PUBLICATION Va Code Ann. §§8.01-316, -317 Case No.CL24000260-00 Fauquier County Circuit Court In Re: Estate of Raymond R Wallace The object of this suit is to: Admit a Will copy for Raymond R. Wallace and appoint Todd Wallace as Executor It is ORDERED that Volbriecht O. Solvein appear at the above-named court to protect his/her interests on or before July 26, 2024 at 9:30 am NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following watercraft has been abandoned for more than 60 days in the 6300 block of Summerduck Rd, Remington. The vessel is currently stored at DWR at 1320 Belman Rd, Fredericksburg. To claim, contact First Sergeant Ferguson at 540-899-4169. Description of watercraft: Sun Dolphin kayak with HIN # JOK09016E616.

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In execution of a Deed of Trust in the original principal amount of $630,000.00, with an annual interest rate of 0.080810% dated March 31, 2017, recorded among the land records of the Circuit Court for the Fauquier County as Deed Book 1542, Page 1308, the undersigned appointed Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at public auction all that property located in the Fauquier County, on the courthouse steps at the front of the Circuit Court building for the County of Fauquier located at 40 Culpeper Street, Warrenton, Virginia on August 27, 2024 at 12:00 PM, the property with improvements to wit: STEEPLECHASE WDS LOT 15A PH 2 Tax Map No. 7914/ 08/ 7605/ 000/ THIS COMMUNICATION IS FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. TERMS OF SALE: ALL CASH. A bidder's deposit of 10% of the sale price, will be required in cash, certified or cashier's check. Settlement within fifteen (15) days of sale, otherwise Trustees may forfeit deposit. Additional terms to be announced at sale. Loan type: FHA. Reference Number 24-296680.

PROFESSIONAL FORECLOSURE CORPORATION OF VIRGINIA, Substitute Trustees, C/O LOGS LEGAL GROUP LLP, Mailing Address: 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Suite 400, Charlotte, North Carolina 28216 (703) 449-5800.

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TOWN OF WARRENTON NOTICE OF TOWN COUNCIL MEETING Notice is hereby given that the Town Council of the Town of Warrenton will hold their Regular Monthly Meeting Work Session on Tuesday, July 9th, 2024, at 9:00 AM in the Warrenton Town Hall Council Chambers (First Floor) located at 21 Main Street, Warrenton, Virginia.

Notice is hereby given that the Town Council of the Town of Warrenton will hold their Regular Monthly Meeting on Tuesday, July 9th, 2024, at 6:30 PM in the Warrenton Town Hall Council Chambers (First Floor) located at 21 Main Street, Warrenton, Virginia.

People having an interest in the above are invited to participate in the hearing and state their opinion regarding the above issues. The public may also choose to submit written comments through the Town’s website or by emailing citizencomment@warrentonva.gov during the public comment period, which will end at noon the day of the meeting, July 9th, 2024. Copies of the Agenda will be available online and are available for review at Town Hall located at 21 Main Street, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The Town of Warrenton desires to make its programs, services, facilities, and activities accessible to persons with disabilities. If you need accommodations or auxiliary services, please contact the Town as far in advance as possible.

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LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF FAUQUIER COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING AND PUBLIC HEARINGS The Fauquier County Board of Supervisors will hold a work session at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 11, 2024, in the Warrenton Town Hall at 21 Main Street in Warrenton, Virginia, and will hold a regular meeting and public hearings at 6:30 p.m. in the same location on the following: 1. ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT AMENDMENT TEXT-24-022297 – A Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment to Article 3 to require Special Use approval for Electrical Substation Distribution Centers and Transformer Stations in the Business Park (BP), Industrial Park (I-1) HUK 0UK\Z[YPHS .LULYHS 0 AVUPUN +PZ[YPJ[Z 2HYH 4HYZOHSS :[HɈ 2. SPECIAL EXCEPTION SPEX-24-021922, VABFT, LLC (OWNER/APPLICANT) - APPLETON ORLEAN SUBDIVISION – An application for a Category 31 Special Exception to waive the requirement for a Central Water Supply System for a threelot subdivision. The property is located at 6821 Leeds Manor Road, Marshall, Marshall District. (PIN 6935-58-8487-000) (Kara 4HYZOHSS :[HɈ 3. SPECIAL EXCEPTION SPEX-24-022042, GRACE INDEPENDENT BIBLE CHURCH (OWNER/APPLICANT) GRACE INDEPENDENT BIBLE CHURCH – An application for a Category 6 Special Exception for a Major Place of Worship. The property is located at 4387 Free State Road, Marshall, Marshall +PZ[YPJ[ 705 2HYH 4HYZOHSS :[HɈ 4. A RESOLUTION TO AMEND THE FY 2025 ADOPTED BUDGET - A public hearing to consider a resolution to amend the FY 2025 Adopted Budget in order to appropriate additional state and local funds to the School Division, transfer funds from Asset Replacement to Capital Reserve, and appropriate grant funding to the General Fund. The Code of Virginia, §15.2-2507, requires a public hearing when amendments to the budget exceed 1% of total expenditures, which for FY 2025 totals $4,141,819, and presented requests will L_JLLK [OPZ HTV\U[ 4HSSVY` 2 :[YPISPUN :[HɈ *VWPLZ VM [OL HIV]L ÄSLZ HYL H]HPSHISL MVY YL]PL^ I` JVU[HJ[PUN [OL )VHYK VM :\WLY]PZVYZ» VɉJL 4VUKH` [OYV\NO -YPKH` ! H T [V ! p.m. by calling (540) 422-8020. Interested parties wishing to be heard on any of the above are encouraged to send written correspondence prior to July 11, 2024, addressed to the Fauquier County Board of Supervisors, 10 Hotel Street, Warrenton, VA 20186, or by e-mail to BOS@fauquiercounty.gov.

Citizens wishing to appear in person should arrive before the start time of the meeting to sign in. Comments are limited to three minutes.

The meeting is also livestreamed at http://fauquier-va.granicus.com/ ViewPublisher.php?view_id=1. Fauquier County does not discriminate based on handicapped status in admission or access to its programs and activities. Accommodation will be made for handicapped persons upon prior request. Citizens requiring reasonable accommodation for disabilities should call (540) 422-8020.

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TOWN OF WARRENTON NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Planning Commission of the Town of Warrenton will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at 7:00 PM in the Warrenton Town Hall Council Chambers (First Floor) located at 21 Main Street, Warrenton, Virginia, on the following item(s): ZOTA-24-2 - Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment to Remove Articles 4 and 5 to Address Changes to the Erosion and Stormwater Control Ordinance. The Town Council adopted on June 11, 2024, a new, combined Erosion and Stormwater Management Ordinance that is a separate, stand-alone document, as required by Virginia State law. As a part of the creation of the new, stand-alone Ordinance, the Zoning Ordinance must be revised to remove the out of date erosion and stormwater management regulations found in Article 4 and Article 5, as well as update several sections of the Zoning Ordinance that currently refer to Articles 4 and 5. This is a Town-initiated text amendment so as to remain in conformance with the requirements of the Code of Virginia, Section 62.1.44.15:51 Erosion and Sediment Control Law and Section 62.1-44.15:24 Stormwater Management (J[ ^OPJO ILJHTL LɈLJ[P]L VU 1\S` People having an interest in the above are invited to attend the hearing and state their opinion regarding the issue. The public may also choose to submit written comments through the Town’s website or by emailing citizencomment@warrentonva.gov during the public comment period which will end at noon the day of the public hearing. The Planning Commission may make a recommendation to the Town Council, which will hold a public hearing at a later date. Information is available for viewing on the Town website www.warrentonva.gov. If there are any questions, please call 540-347-1101 or visit Town Hall located at 21 Main Street, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The Town of Warrenton desires to make its programs, services, facilities, and activities accessible to persons with disabilities. If you need accommodations or auxiliary services, please contact the Town as far in advance as possible.

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TOWN OF WARRENTON NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Notice is hereby given that the Board of Zoning Appeals of the Town of Warrenton will hold an Agenda Review Meeting on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, at 4:00 PM in the Third-Floor Conference Room with a Public Meeting to immediately follow at 5:00 PM in the Warrenton Town Hall Council Chambers (First Floor) located at 21 Main Street, Warrenton, Virginia, on the following item(s): BZA By-Laws- The board will discuss the revised By-Laws. This document outlines the scope and authority of the Board of Zoning Appeals for the Town of Warrenton, as well as meeting procedures and conduct during meeting.

BZA Electronic Participation Policy- The board will discuss re-adoption of the existing electronic participation policy. This document is required to be re-adopted annually per Virginia Code Section § 2.2-3708.3(D).

People having an interest in the above are invited to attend the agenda review meeting and the public meeting regarding the above issues.

Copies of all documents are available for review in the Department of Community Development located at 21 Main Street, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The Town of Warrenton desires to make its programs, services, facilities, and activities accessible to persons with disabilities. If you need accommodations or auxiliary services, please contact the Town as far in advance as possible.

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