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Former church youth leader sentenced on second sex abuse conviction Warrenton man convicted of taking indecent liberties with a minor in 2014 By Amanda Heicer Times Staff Writer

A former youth leader at a Northern Virginia megachurch was sentenced Monday to serve three years in prison for charges stemming from an inappropriate encounter with a 16-year-old girl at the church in 2014. Jordan David Baird, 28, of Warrenton, pleaded guilty in Prince William Circuit Court in February to two counts of taking indecent liberties with a minor. At the end of an emotional sentencing hearing that lasted more than four hours Monday, July

8, Judge John E. Wetsel Jr. sentenced Baird to six years, but suspended three years of the sentence, leaving him three to serve. Baird was a youth leader at The Life Church, which has campuses in Manassas, Warrenton and Winchester, and was a music teacher at the affiliated Life Music Academy, according to court documents. The music academy has since closed. This was the second sentencing for Baird, who was also JORDAN BAIRD convicted in 2018 of five counts of taking indecent liberties with a minor and one count of electronic solicitation of a minor for sexual activities in another case. The

charges also included suggestive electronic messages he sent another teen girl in 2015. He served five months in jail for that conviction. Monday’s sentencing hearing focused on allegations that Baird had inappropriate contact with a girl during a music lesson at the church in 2014, when she was 16 and he was 23. Prosecutors said that during the lesson Baird was alone with the girl and kissed her before asking her to perform sex acts on him; she refused. During the hearing, the victim, her mother, her father and her sister testified about the impact the incident had on her and her family. The Fauquier Times does not typically identify victims of sexual assault.

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TIMES STAFF PHOTO/JAMES IVANCIC Randy Mantiply and Seth McMurray practice on the new pickleball court.

Warrenton pickleball court debuts July 18 By James Ivancic Times Staff Writer

Pickleball players will have a new place to play in Warrenton come July 18. A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held that day at 5:45 p.m. at the new court, built at Academy Hill Park. Pickleball is sort of like tennis, played on a smaller court. Players use paddles to strike a perforated ball that looks like a wiffle ball. The sport has been growing in popularity and the Warrenton Parks and Recreation Department started getting requests from players for a court. The town spent $30,000 to build the court (using money from proffers), put a fence around it and lay an asphalt walk leading to it from the parking lot.

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Fauquier celebrates the Fourth of July Debbie Nielsen and her partner Tom Atwater show off their dance moves at First Friday on July 5. Warrenton celebrated the Fourth of July all week long. More photos, page 2.

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PHOTO BY CARSON MCRAE Russell Claar, commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #7728 marches in the First Friday salute to service members and first responders.

Fauquier celebrates the Fourth of July Warrenton celebrated the Fourth of July all week long, starting on June 28 with the Warrenton Town Limits. Held at the WARF, the annual event was interrupted by a thunderstorm. Folks sheltered in the WARF, in Fauquier High School’s cafeteria or in their cars until the storm — complete with lightning show — passed.

The children of Warrenton Baptist Tiny Tots celebrated the Fourth of July a day early with Town Councilman Renard Carlos (at large) and his wife Lea. The group paraded down the sidewalk on Main Street in Warrenton. (Safety first!) Celebrations continued Thursday morning with a parade down Main

TIMES STAFF PHOTOS/ROBIN EARL Warrenton Baptist Tiny Tots celebrated the Fourth of July a day early with Town Councilman Renard Carlos and his wife Lea. Bottom left, Picozzi was decked out in patriotic colors. Ten months old, he is a guide dog in training, with the Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind. He and his human Jori Sienkiewicz of Warrenton enjoyed the parade on Thursday. Bottom right, Uncle Sam was a bright addition to the Fourth of July parade. He is sometimes known as Tom King.

Street in Warrenton, music from the Fauquier Community Band and song selections from the Allegro IncrediBelles. The event was sponsored and organized by Families4Fauquier. Even Uncle Sam made an appearance. The July First Friday event in Warrenton featured a “Salute to Our Services.” All members of the military services — active and retired — as well

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Board of Supervisors discuss multiple conservation issues Thursday Officials will consider rural lands amendment and family subdivisions proposal By James Ivancic Times Staff Writer

The Fauquier County Board of Supervisors is scheduled this Thursday to resume consideration of an amendment to the county’s comprehensive plan that updates the rural lands chapter. The chapter deals with farmland preservation, quality of life, growth management and conservation. The existing chapter was developed and adopted in the 1990s. The county’s community development department has been working on a rewrite that focuses on the traditional concerns of preserving farmland, historic sites and open spaces, while including language to help farmers branch out in ways that expand the rural economy without compromising the county’s rural character. The county planning commission in April approved a recommendation that the supervisors approve the comprehensive plan amendment. The supervisors held a public hearing on May 9 but voted to postpone action and leave the hearing open until the July meeting in order to allow more time for public comment. The public hearing will resume after the regular meeting of the supervisors is called to order at 6:30 p.m. in the first-floor meeting room

of the Warren Green Building, 10 Hotel St., Warrenton. The supervisors could vote on the rural lands chapter amendment following the public hearing. The board will also hold public hearings on: • Allowing major kennels in conjunction with veterinary clinics as a special use in planned commercial industrial development districts. • Allowing a Warrenton Hunt Sporting Clays two-day event as a special exception. • Approving a renewal of a special exception for Northpoint Training to continue operating an indoor and outdoor technical school that includes firearms training on property in Goldvein. • Initiating condemnation proceedings against four property owners after failure to obtain easements for land needed for the Catlett-Calverton public sewer system. • Making revisions and amendments to the county code chapter pertaining to vehicles. Changes are needed in order to comply with state code and to remove out-of-date provisions such as references to county tax stickers, which are no longer issued.

TIMES STAFF PHOTO/ROBIN EARL The revision to the rural lands chapter of the county’s comprehensive plan offers language about how the county can boost the agricultural economy, including direct sale of local farm products at venues like Messick’s Farm Market in Bealeton. • Abandoning a portion of Old Mountain Road and/or Old Country Road, a discontinued secondary state road running from Cannonball Gate Road through Ingleton Farm in the Marshall District. The board has also scheduled a work session at 1 p.m. to discuss a zoning ordinance text amendment to allow family members to subdivide property with non-common open

space easements. Certain criteria would have to be met and 85 percent of the property would have to remain non-common open space. For a complete agenda and supporting documents, those interested may visit: http://agenda. fauquiercounty.gov/MeetingView. aspx?MeetingID=164&MinutesMeetingID=-1&doctype=Agenda. Reach James Ivancic at jivancic@fauquier.com

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Bethel Methodist shows compassion to detoured drivers By James Ivancic Times Staff Writer

The coffee was hot, and the doughnuts were fresh at Bethel United Methodist Church on Blantyre Road Tuesday morning. Commuters taking Blantyre because of the closure of U.S. 29 north for the “cut the hills” project were invited to stop for refreshment before continuing on their way. Brett Hahne, lay leader of the church, held a cardboard sign by the roadside that said, “Commuter Compassion Day” and underneath that, “Free coffee and donuts.” He waved to each driver that passed by coming up from U.S. 17, most of whom didn’t stop. But seven welcomed the respite during the 6 to 8:15 a.m. time frame. TIMES STAFF PHOTO/JAMES IVANCIC Those who stopped were greeted with a smile and a greeting from Sheila Wines of Midland stopped for coffee at Bethel United Methodist Church church members Murray Edwards during her morning work commute from Midland to Chantilly. She was taking and June Wagner at a foldout table Blantyre Road to Va. 55 instead of staying on U.S. 29 where northbound traffic couldn’t go any farther than Riley Road because of roadwork. She’s shown here set up next to the church. Sheila Wines was headed from with Murray Edwards. her home in Midland to her job at “We’ve been getting spurts of worked as an electrical estimator, SAIC in Chantilly when she stopped traffic. It’s more than usual but not providing estimates for electrical for coffee. heavy,” Wagner said. work based on drawings and speci“I always go on 29 to 15 and then Aside from a Fauquier County fications. 66” to go to work, Wines said. But The idea behind Commuter Combecause of the roadwork she’ll take sheriff’s deputy that stopped, the other drivers who paused passion Day was to provide a bright Blantyre to Va. 55 then to for coffee and a doughnut spot for commuters facing a work U.S. 15 and Interstate 66 in See page 11 were women, one of whom commute that was different — and Haymarket. for comments was headed to Haymarket probably longer — due to the shutWines said she takes from Fauquier and another to Fairfax, down of the northbound lanes of Blantyre Road home evfolks about Wagner and Edwards said. U.S. 29 at Riley Road. The contracery Friday, when traffic on how they are Setting up for the morntor is blasting and excavating two U.S. 29 is particularly conmanaging the ing started at 5 a.m. hills and leveling the grade to imgested. U.S. 15/29 prove sight lines near the intersec“I’m an early bird. I Wines learned about north closure. have a daughter and her tion of Vint Hill Road (Va. 215). the coffee and doughnuts Hahne said he suggested doing four children living with being offered at Bethel Methodist from Edwards’ wife, who me, so the only way I have time to something for commuters to fellow works in a dental office that Wines read the Bible and say prayers is if members of the men’s group at the church. get up at 4:30,” said Wagner. went to on Monday. “Maybe we can do something to Wagner worked at Appleton Wines chatted with Edwards and Wagner for a few minutes before Campbell in Warrenton but is now help a little,” Hahne said. He stood facing traffic coming up heading off to work. retired. Edwards is also retired. He

U.S. 15/29 northbound closed until Aug. 2 The moment local commuters have been dreading has arrived. Northbound U.S. 15/29 will be off limits until Aug. 2. One half-mile of the roadway will be shut down between just north of the entrance to Battlefield Baptist Church to just south of the U.S. 29 intersection with Va. 215 or Vint Hill Road. Blasting crews will begin their work to break through rock underneath the roadway beginning on Tuesday, July 9, according to Lou Hatter, VDOT spokesman. Blasting will take place at least once a day for eight to 10 days, stopping southbound traffic for about eight minutes each time. The blasting itself, which will break up materials under the asphalt so they can be removed, will take approximately two minutes from the last warning siren until the all-clear. Hatter said crews will take time to make sure there is no debris in the southbound lanes before allowing traffic to resume. Detour signs are in place on U.S. 15/29 to divert traffic. Blantyre from U.S. 17 and waved to each driver. “Friendly folks have been waving, but not as many have been stopping as I hoped,” Hahne said. But by the time he and Wagner and Edwards shut down for the morning they decided to continue the Commuter Compassion Day every Tuesday from 6 to 8:30 a.m., until the end of the northbound U.S. 29 shutdown on Aug. 2. Reach James Ivancic at jivancic@fauquier.com

Former church youth leader sentenced on second sex abuse conviction SENTENCED, from Page 1

The victim’s mother said that before her daughter was involved with Baird, she was a happy young teen who excelled in academics, sports and singing. But after the incident, her mother said, she “spiraled out of control.” “She could barely function at all,” she said. The victim’s family members said they believe Baird had been “grooming” her for years; they described whispered conversations, hugs that lasted “too long,” back rubs and other behaviors that culminated in Baird sexually propositioning the girl. In the aftermath of the incident, the victim has struggled with PTSD and other issues, she and her family testified. “There was a lot of chaos in my life because of this,” the victim said. Fredericksburg Deputy Commonwealth’s Attorney Kevin Gross, appointed as the special prosecutor in the case, called the victim in Baird’s first criminal trial and her mother to testify in Monday’s sentencing. But the judge ruled that any testimony regarding a previous conviction that was not related to the 2014 incident was not relevant. As a result, the victim in the first criminal case did not testify Monday; her mother testified only briefly.

“If you’re not safe in the church and you can’t trust church leaders who you’ve known for a long time, really, it begs the question, ‘who can you trust?’” KEVIN GROSS Fredericksburg Deputy Commonwealth’s Attorney

Attempting to establish a pattern of behavior, Gross also called as witnesses two other women who reported inappropriate sexual contact or advances from Baird. One woman testified that Baird sent her a text message she felt was inappropriate when she was 17. The second woman testified that she performed a consensual sex act with Baird at the church when she was 18. She said she met Baird when she was younger than 18, through his position as a youth leader at Life Church. Baird’s wife testified for the defense, saying that she “has seen him show obvious remorse for what he’s done.” In his closing argument, Gross described Baird as “a deceiver.” “He had all those people, their families trusting him,” Gross said. “He knows how to put on a show.” Gross argued the case “is particularly hei-

nous” because it “involves not only a church, but a church leader.” “If you’re not safe in the church and you can’t trust church leaders who you’ve known for a long time, really, it begs the question, ‘who can you trust?’” he said. Defense attorney Travis Tull asked the judge to sentence Baird to probation in lieu of a lengthy prison sentence. He argued that with the help of therapy, Baird is a different man now than he was in 2014. “Whatever he was then … he’s not that same person now,” Tull said. Before he was sentenced, Baird read from a prepared statement and offered apologies to the victim in the case, to her family, to his wife and to his family. “I simply apologize for what happened,” Baird said, addressing the victim in the case. “It never should have happened, and that’s on me.” Addressing the judge, Baird said, “I take complete and total responsibility for what I’ve done,” and said he would accept whatever the judge sentenced him to. “Whatever you decide, I will man up and take it and I will walk through it,” he said. Reach Amanda Heincer at aheincer@fauquier.com

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Neighbors object to Rogues Road project By James Ivancic Times Staff Writer

It’s not an extensive project — 0.36 of a mile. The estimated $5 million Rogues Road project in New Baltimore near Vint Hill would add a northbound left turn lane from Rogues (Va. Route 602) to Kennedy Road (Va. 652). A pedestrian crossing would be added at Academic Drive, which is where Kettle Run High School and Greenville Elementary School are located. A 10-foot-wide, approximately 900-foot-long shared-use path would be added, running along one side of Rogues from Grapewood Drive in the Grapewood subdivision to an existing shared-use path on Kennedy Road. It’s less than half a mile, but several adjacent homeowners are voicing objections. They say they don’t want to lose trees and other natural buffers so that utilities can be relocated. The current buffer shields their property and muffles traffic noises. At this point, they are not willing to grant property easements for the relocation of utilities even though they would be compensated. About $1.1 million of the total project cost is budgeted for right-of-way acquisition and utility relocation. Patty Bowman lives in a historic home on Rogues Road near the intersection of Academic Avenue. “We don’t want Rogues to become another Vint Hill Road,” said Bowman, referring to high traffic volume. She said she could live with the road improvement if the shared-use path was dropped from the project or if the path was put on the other side of Rogues rather than on her side. Bowman and fellow homeowners Roger and Debbie Long, Linda

Gossard, Joanne Wilkins, Veronica Adams and Lori Wicka will be impacted. Long, Adams, Gossard and Wicka are cul de sac neighbors within the Grapewood subdivision. “The road will be closer. All the trees that are a buffer will be down,” complained Wicka. She worries about vandalism that could occur if the trees that now hide her property come down. She said she’ll lose land to the project’s new turn lane. Roger Long said he’ll lose 8-yearold trees he planted, some of which are 20 feet high. He said the road will be 18 feet closer to his house and he is concerned that he will lose a fence and a workshop. Long suggested to VDOT that it install a drainage pipe to carry runoff, covering it and using that new surface as part of the 10-foot-wide path. Doing so may make it unnecessary to relocate four utility lines, he said. Gossard called the project “a waste of money” and termed the share-use path a “sidewalk to nowhere.” The opponents have told VDOT what they think of the project. VDOT heard comments for and against at a public hearing June 4 at Kettle Run High School. The comment period continued until June 14. VDOT reports that 20 people attended the public hearing. Comments were received from 15, both orally and written. Seven (46 percent) were in support of the project, five (33 percent) were not and three (21 percent) were neutral or suggested a modification to the project’s scope, according to VDOT. The project isn’t in its final form, so changes could still be made. Mark Nesbit, resident engineer in the Warrenton office of the Virginia Department of Transportation, said

Lord Fairfax grant aims to grow number of women in computing By Karen Chaffraix

Roger Long doesn’t want to lose his fence or the trees he planted to the Rogues Road improvement project. TIMES STAFF PHOTO/ JAMES IVANCIC that detailed design plans have yet to be drawn up. Once that’s done, right of way acquisition will begin next spring. The project will be advertised for construction in the fall of 2021 and be completed during the winter of 2022. The project is being funded by the state. Nesbit said the shared-use path will lead to the traffic-signaled Grapewood/Academic Avenue intersection and connect to a shared-use path at Vint Hill. Though it won’t connect to Kettle Run or Greenville schools, the school board, should it choose to do so, could apply for grant funds to put in a pedestrian path. Nesbit noted the county’s New Baltimore Service District plan calls for developing pedestrian links from neighborhoods to schools. It calls for a multi-purpose trail along the

Rogues Road frontage between Finch Lane to the signalized Grapewood/Academic Avenue intersection, a trail connection from Brookside to Grapewood Drive, pedestrian crossings at Academic Avenue/Rogues Road intersection; and a trail extension to both Kettle Run High and Greenville Elementary schools. Though the Fauquier school division discourages students from walking or bicycling to school for safety reasons, it doesn’t prohibit them from doing so, according to Tara Helkowski, public information officer for the public schools. “A lot of communities are instituting safe walking/biking zones, but our infrastructure is old, and a lot of communities lack sidewalks,” Helkowski said. Reach James Ivancic at jivancic@fauquier.com

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Lord Fairfax Community College has received a $10,000 grant that will be used to encourage more women to study computing. The college is one of five U.S. institutions to receive the 2019 National Center for Women & Information Technology Academic Alliance Seed Fund, “Surging Enrollments” track grant. The grant aims to help schools “increase girls’ and women’s meaningful participation in computing.” Other winners of the grant were Southern New Hampshire University, Georgia State University, Michigan State University and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. According to the American Association of University Women, women make up only 12 percent of engineers and 26 percent of comput-

COURTESY PHOTO LFCC student Ashleigh Tuthill participates in a cybersecurity competition. Lord Fairfax’s cybersecurity teams compete in several events every year. ing professionals. There were about 90 students in LFCC’s computer science program this year; five are female.

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Virginia national parksAct behind on maintenance projects Bipartisan Restore Our Parks could Bipartisan provide additional Restore Ourfunding Parks Act and repaving campground roads, could provideing additional funding and repairing historic dams through-

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Germantown Lake may provide water for gas line test By James Ivancic

must provide a detailed explanation of how it will withdraw the water and how it will prevent fish from being pumped out with it.

The agreement also stipulates that water can’t be withdrawn if the lake’s water level at the time of the planned draining is 2 feet below normal. Hanson said it’s not unusual for the lake’s depth to be 2 feet higher in the spring and 2 feet lower in late August. While the lake’s depth isn’t low now, “if it stops raining it’ll be a different story” in late summer, Hanson said. “If we have the water to sell and it won’t affect the fish, then why not” sell some to Williams, said David Graham Jr., Marshall District representative on the board. The board’s action granted Williams a waiver to an existing parks and recreation department policy, which states that farmers can request permission to draw water from the lake during times of drought. That policy was enacted in 1999, according to Carl Bailey, Cedar Run District representative on the parks and recreation board. “It was always related to drought conditions,” Bailey said. The policy is just limited to requests from farmers for water, noted Donald Johnson Jr., board chairman, who suggested the policy should be “tweaked” to address any requests beyond farmers. Hanson said a couple farmers previously inquired about drawing lake water but didn’t follow through with a formal request. He said there have been a couple of instances of landscapers found withdrawing water without permission. Reach James Ivancic at jivancic@fauquier.com

Earlier today, Gov. Ralph Northam (D) addressed a throng of supporters outside the Virginia State Capitol this morning to commemorate victims of gun violence as the special session got underway. Northam called on lawmakers to return to Richmond this week to tighten gun control measures in the wake of a mass shooting in Virginia Beach in which a city employee killed 12 people and wounded four more in a municipal building. “I’m here to say, ‘Enough is enough.’ No more excuses, no more waiting until the next tragedy,” Northam said. “For those who are here today to share their thoughts and prayers, I say thank you, but I’m asking for something else. I’ve brought our legislators back to Richmond today for votes and laws.” The vigil was attended by Attorney General Mark Herring (D), Richmond Mayor Levar Stoney and Del. Delores McQuinn, D-70th District, of Richmond. Speakers included gun reform advocates from across the state as well as victims of gun violence, including Maddy King, a survivor of the 2018 mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida. Just across the street, a slightly smaller group of gun rights advocates lined up to voice their opposition to gun control measures introduced by Democratic lawmakers. They wore bright orange stickers that read, “Guns SAVE Lives.”

Democratic and Republican politicians are at odds on the issue of gun control, with Republicans voting down more than a dozen gun control bills proposed by Democrats in January. Among them was a bill to ban large-capacity magazines similar to the one used by the Virginia Beach shooter, and a bill that would have allowed localities to ban firearms from government buildings. Republicans had said they would oppose many of the gun control measures introduced by Northam and other Democrats during the special session in favor of harsher penalties for violating gun laws. But some Republicans had broken ranks to introduce tighter restrictions ahead of the special session. For years, the GOP has stymied gun legislation in the General Assembly. Following the Virginia Tech mass shooting in 2007, in which 33 people died, the GOP blocked numerous gun control measures in favor of statewide mental health reforms to deal with the crisis. More recently, gun legislation has generally been killed by majority-Republican subcommittees and typically has not received a full hearing in either chamber of the General Assembly. But Democrats had asked Republican leaders to forgo the subcommittee hearings and bring the legislation directly to the floor during the special session. Reach Daniel Berti at dberti@fauquier.com

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The Fauquier County Board of Parks and Recreation has agreed to let a natural gas pipeline company draw 2.94 million gallons of water from Germantown Lake at C.M. Crockett Park in Midland so that it can test a new line for leaks by running water through it. The lake is currently at “normal pool level” for its 109-surface acre size and the amount to be drawn will decrease the lake’s depth by about one inch, said Michael Hanson, superintendent of the parks in the county’s southern region. Williams, an energy infrastructure company based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, proposes to draw the lake water in late August if it receives necessary federal and state approvals by then, Hanson said. Williams will pay $21,000 for the water it plans to take. Parks and rec board members want to use the money to fund improvements at Crockett Park. The lake at Crockett Park is used for recreational fishing and boating. The park also has a nature trail, a cross-country trail, picnic shelters, volleyball courts and horseshoe pits. “We’ll do everything we can to reduce any impact on users” when the water drawdown occurs, said Gary Rzepecki, deputy director of the parks and recreation department. “This is a very loved and wellused park.” The board’s approval, granted during a special meeting Monday morning, stipulates that Williams

TIMES STAFF PHOTO/ROBIN EARL The lake at Crockett Park is used for recreational fishing and boating.

Va. Senate puts a quick end to special session on guns By Daniel Berti

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The Republican-controlled Virginia state Senate abruptly ended Tuesday’s special session on gun legislation in a party-line vote a little more than an hour after it began. The Senate voted 20 to 18 to end the special session and reconvene the proceedings on Nov. 18, about two weeks after the Nov. 5 election that will decide the fates of all 140 members of the state legislature. The state’s upper chamber gaveled in at noon Tuesday, July 9, and then moved to adjourn at 1:30 p.m. without taking up any of the more than 50 bills that had been proposed for the special session. State Sen. Tommy Norment, R-3rd District, of Williamsburg, pulled the bill he filed Monday that would have banned firearms from local government buildings around the state. The House of Delegates, however, held subcommittee meetings into Tuesday afternoon to debate some of the bills. It was not immediately clear Tuesday how quickly the lower chamber, which is also controlled by Republicans, would follow the lead of the state Senate and end their session. No bills can pass without the approval of both houses of the General Assembly as well as the governor’s signature.

Warrenton pickleball court at Academy Hill Park debuts July 18 PICKLEBALL, from Page 1 Area pickleball players typically play at Auburn Middle School or the recreation center at Vint Hill. Players can adapt a tennis court or basketball court for pickleball, but they won’t have to do that at Academy Hill where the court is sized and lined specifically for pickleball. “It’s nice to have a court dedicated to pickleball,” said Randy Mantiply of Warrenton, who had an opportunity to try out the court last week with J.

Seth McMurray, assistant director of the Warrenton Parks and Recreation Department. Mantiply has been playing pickleball for four years and is a member of the Fauquier County Pickleball Association. He said he first saw it played after he and his wife finished playing racquetball at Vint Hill. Mantiply got hooked and now he teaches the game, too. “It’s more fun, more social. The games are quick — typically 15 minutes long,” Mantiply said. He said he lives almost across the

street from Academy Hill Park, so the new court will be convenient for him to play on. Academy Hill is a small park. There’s a baseball diamond and a few picnic tables there. The pickleball court is on the far end opposite the parking lot, joined by a new asphalt path. “Our parks are rather small, but they have a nice variety” of leisure activities, said McMurray. Academy Hill Park is open from dawn to dusk. The new pickleball court is intended for the public’s use

and not for league play. Registering for a court time won’t be required, but players will be asked to limit their use if others are waiting. Free pickleball clinics with Martin Brown are scheduled for 6, 6:30, 7 and 7:30 p.m. after the July 18 ribbon cutting. Registration for the clinics is required and can be done at warfonline. com. Up to eight players per clinic can be accommodated. Academy Hill Park is located at 167 Academy Hill Road. Reach James Ivancic at jivancic@ fauquier.com.

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Mary Walter fourth-graders get a taste of pioneer life By Robin Earl

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Mary Walter Elementary School Principal Alex O’Dell said that when he started a program to teach his students where food comes from, he learned that many of his students had never husked corn before. When it came time to shuck the corn they had grown, he said, “They just kept asking for more cobs of corn. They were so excited. They had never done it before.” During the planting process, he said, he would only give them about five seeds at a time. “They’d just throw them all down and come back for more. I learned that the first year. The plants were too close together, and we had corn growing everywhere… in the grass…” O’Dell instead taught the students to place the seeds a hand-width apart, so they would have room to grow. One year, he said, he had to replant because the crows got all the seeds. “One of the kids made a scarecrow.” This May was the third year that Mary Walter fourth-graders planted corn in a 200-foot by 75foot patch of ground near the playground. Another, smaller patch was taken over by the fifth-graders, who wanted to try a different variety of corn. O’Dell said the idea is to give students a little taste of what it’s like to live like a pioneer, to augment in a memorable way what they learn in their fourth-grade Virginia history classes.

• Mary Walter Elementary School students planted several varieties of corn. Bloody Butcher is one that settlers began using in the 1840s. • Students also planted Cherokee White Eagle (a blue-white corn). This is said to make superior cornbread. They will compare varieties. • Harvest will be in October. • Two different types of pumpkins will be planted in June — normal jack-o’-lantern and smaller sugar pumpkins. The cafeteria may make pies out of the smaller pumpkins. • A parent tilled the soil for the plot this year. The school wasn’t able to get someone to till last year, because there had been too much rain.

COURTESY PHOTO Mary Walter Elementary School Principal Alex O’Dell helps his students chose just a few seeds at a time and instructs the kids on how to plant them a hand-width apart. The kids help with the planting as school is coming to a close. When they come back in the fall, they husk the corn, dry it in the furnace room, cut it off the cobs, grind it, dry the corn flour and, at long last, make corn bread in the cafeteria ovens. As a native of Appalachia, O’Dell said he has always been interested in the skills used by 18th-century pioneers. “There wasn’t a lot to do, pre-electronics, so I read a lot, and a lot of what I read was history. It was just a natural part of who I became, learning how to reproduce things the way they were done in the 18th century.”

Source: Tara Helkowski, spokeswoman for the Fauquier County School Division

He added, “In the modern way of life, the idea of self-sufficiency has disappeared. Students don’t have a clue where food comes from or how to take care of themselves. I want to show them there is more to life than electronics.” O’Dell said, “If I had my way, we’d have a small farm right here on school grounds.” Who watches over the plot while the students are on summer vacation? O’Dell said he does the weeding and sprays for the corn borer during June, July and August. He said he will also plant green beans and pumpkins for the kids to find in September. “If the harvest is good enough, everybody gets to take a pumpkin home. That’s the goal.”

Lord Fairfax grant aims to grow number of women in computing

COMPUTING, from Page 5 LFCC computer science professor Melissa Stange applied for the NCWIT grant, which will be used to expand high school outreach; evaluate marketing materials for gender bias; amend course content to “ensure greater student access;” to invite guest speakers; and to produce two summer camps that will prepare incoming computer students for course success. Stange said May 20 that the grant “provided a social scientist to guide us in the modifications to our marketing. The project will take at least a year to implement and we expect it will take at least another year to fully see the benefits. We will be looking for additional grants to continue the summer camps and possibly extend it into other STEAM areas.” She said, “I started my technology career as a second-shift computer operator at Project Hope in Millwood, Virginia, and have worked in a variety of industries and positions — systems support specialist, applications developer, systems analyst, website designer, project manager and applications administrator. I came to LFCC because I wanted to make a difference and to encourage other young ladies to go into a technology field.” Stange, who has a doctorate in applied management and decision sciences, began as an adjunct professor in 2004 and was hired full-time in 2015. “I am the only full-time computer science faculty and the only female technology faculty member,” she said.

COURTESY PHOTO Participants in the Computer Science Girls camp came to LFCC on Saturdays from June through October last year to learn about everything from cybersecurity, to Alice/Java, to website design, to website and app testing. Thanks to grant funding from the National Center for Women & Information Technology, the camp was offered free to middle school girls.

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This summer, camps were hosted by adjunct professor Dong Truong and Stange. One is a weeklong college freshman camp, the other a three-day high school freshman camp, and both aim to provide computational skills and a programming foundation before the start of the school year. These “camps are for females, led by female faculty and female tutors,” said a news release from the college. They are free for participants.

Women in computing

“LFCC’s administration supports Dr. Stange’s vision and pas-

sion for improving LFCC’s computer science program to ensure student success,” said Dean of Academic, Student Affairs and Outreach Brenda Byard in a press release. “In 2016, women earned 57 percent of all bachelor’s degrees in the U.S.,” she said, “but only 19 percent of those degrees were in computer and information sciences. Introducing engaging tech-related activities and opportunities can help reverse this trend.” “These Seed Fund programs leverage effective recruitment strategies to attract women to computing,” said National Center for Women & Information Technology CEO

and co-founder Lucy Sanders in the release. “Increasing women’s participation will lead to a more innovative and competitive technology workforce.” The NCWIT website states that “computing underpins every other STEM discipline as a highly versatile and sought-after skillset that is essential in today’s information economy,” adding that, “The U.S. Department of Labor estimates 1.1 million computing-related job openings in the U.S. by 2024, twothirds of which could go unfilled due to the insufficient pool of college graduates with computing related degrees.” “Even though computing jobs offer some of the highest salaries available,” states NCWIT’s grant material, “we’re failing to make computing education accessible to all and attract diverse talent to the discipline.” NCWIT is a nonprofit aggregate of some 1,100 universities, businesses, nonprofits and government organizations working to raise the number of females substantially contributing to the field of computing. Find out more at www.ncwit. org. Lord Fairfax Community College, part of the Virginia Community College system, operates four campuses: Fauquier, Middletown, Luray-Page and Vint Hill. It serves seven counties and one city and enrolls 9,400 students. Studies can lead to an associate of science degree or a career studies certificate. Visit LFCC’s website at https://lfcc.edu. Reach Karen Chaffraix at kchaffraix@fauquier.com

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A more modest Fourth of July There were a lot of Fourth of July celebrations around the region this year. All were celebratory, some featured fireworks and several got rained on. At least one celebration drew thousands and cost millions. We prefer our more modest festivities — a preponderance of red, white and blue, and loud cheering for servicemen and women marching to rousing patriotic music. Ours were less about the might of the military machine and more about expressing appreciation for each and every individual service member who has sacrificed their time and talents to safeguard freedom for our country and its citizens. Local servicemen and women were honored by flag-waving preschoolers who marched down the sidewalks of Main Street last Wednesday, by participants in the July 4 parade the next morning, and by everyone who attended First Friday in Warrenton July 5. Warrenton Mayor Carter Nevill, backed up by a red, white and blue-bedecked Uncle Sam, spoke a few words from the courthouse steps after the July Fourth parade. He thanked our service members and first responders and the Fauquier Community Band played music that represented each branch of the military. The Warrenton Town Limits celebration, held June 28 at the WARF, included another well-earned salute to the military. The U.S. Army 3rd Infantry Old Guard Drill Team performed to great applause — post rainstorm. Fauquier County is fortunate enough to have some hard-working folks who don’t need the excuse of a special holiday — or a parade — to show their appreciation for our uniformed heroes. Russ Claar, commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #7728 is pictured in this week’s paper at the July 5 First Friday event that was dedicated to military servicemen and women as well as first responders. It seems that every time Fauquier County sponsors an activity to boost veterans — a 5K in Remington, Veterans Day, Memorial Day — he is there with a handshake and smile, working to make life better for folks in uniform. At the Times offices, hardly a week goes by that we don’t get a quick visit from Jeff Dombroff, post commander of Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post #9835. He’s not shy about advocating for veterans, pushing to get his post what it needs. (He would never forgive me if I missed the chance to say that his post is still looking for a permanent home, a building — cheap or free! — they can work from, for the good of the post members and the benefit of the community.) There are many others, of course, former military men and women who remind their fellow citizens that the members of the Marines, Army, Navy, Air Force and Coast Guard need our consistent support every day. We hope that our armed service members in Fauquier County feel appreciated and honored, during the fuss that happens at the Fourth of July, and every other day of the year. Parades might be an inadequate gesture to recognize the very real sacrifice our servicemen and women make, but it’s our own small-town way of saying you are appreciated. And it’s the hugs, backslaps and the handshakes when the parade is over that matter. One-on-one, person to person, and wrapped up in a red, white and blue bow: “Thank you for your service.”

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FAUQUIER FLASHBACKS: FROM THE FAUQUIER TIMES Photographed in May 1962, Campbell Brothers Garage at Remington offered full auto repair service and state safety inspections, as well as Atlantic lubrication products and Texaco Sky Chief gasoline. 75 Years Ago July 13, 1944 Standing at attention at their divisional command post, 14 members of an infantry regiment, including Sgt. Lyman K. Patterson Jr., of Warrenton and Bealeton, received the Distinguished Service Cross, “somewhere in France.” Sgt. Patterson’s medal was pinned on his chest by Lt. Gen. Omar Bradley, commander of the American invasion forces. Twenty Fauquier school properties, unused for several years, will be sold at auction on July 15. All were one-room schools except Western in Marshall and Evergreen and Turnbull in Center District. Construction started last week on Fauquier County’s cold storage locker plant, located in the Bartenstein Subdivision just opposite the Warrenton Horse Show Grounds. 50 Years Ago July 10, 1969 Andrew P. Miller, candidate for attorney general, made his final swing through Fauquier County early Wednesday, prior to the Democratic Primary. He stopped at Warren’s Char-Broiler and had breakfast with Warrenton attorney Carroll Martin, chairman of his campaign in Fauquier County. Virginia State troopers L. C. Foster Jr. and L. G. Jett were photographed with illegal fireworks found in a truck in Warrenton. The fireworks were confiscated, and five persons appeared before

Judge William Carson Jr. on charges of selling them. Nelson C. Noland, vice president and general manager of Fauquier Laundry, was elected president of the Tri-State Launderers and Cleaners Association at its annual meeting June 28 at the Greenbrier, White Sulphur Springs. Capt. Winston O. Huffman, USAF, son of Mrs. Marguerite Huffman, Marshall, has been decorated with the Distinguished Flying Cross for aerial achievement in Vietnam, flying the F-4 Phantom. 25 Years Ago July 13, 1994 The Warrenton Town Council approved the sale of 4.4 acres of the town’s business park to Flexcut Inc., a manufacturing firm expected to bring 50 jobs with average salaries of $30,000 to Warrenton. The firm is buying the plot of land for a bargain price of $65,000. John Williams of Warrenton was photographed being sworn in as Center District’s School Board representative by Clerk of the Court Billy Harris during a ceremony held July 8. The Democrats will give U.S. Rep. Frank Wolf, R-10th, a free ride this election year. Wolf, a Vienna resident, will not face any Democratic opponent this year, according to Eve Wilson, chairwoman of the Fairfax County Democratic Party’s 10th District Committee. Wolf is seeking his seventh term on Capitol Hill. — Compiled by John T. Toler

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Coping with the U.S. 29 closure Fauquier folks were asked on our Facebook page for their comments and solutions on the U.S. 15/29 closure. Here’s a sampling. Just going from Auburn Middle School to Va. 625, I kinda noticed (it was) unsafe, especially with speed being major factor for local(ly) affected residents. Our neighborhood is affected by this shutdown — 29 South just after Vint Hill light at Va. 625. If these ideas are in the works or being looked into, thank you! 1) Please lower speed limits at these affected areas and side streets, no one can get out onto Va. 29 South safely from neighborhood/driveway. Has the Vint Hill light timing been adjusted (I had to wait like forever to even get a break and still had to jump out into traffic! 2) Side streets, please lower speed limits ... cars trying to come out of their driveways and making way across these backups and onto cars flying going the other way. 3) Vint Hill Road and Old Broad Run Church Road: place another sheriff on the other side of the road to slow traffic down! Or make it a three-way stop for flow off side street. Or at least blinking lights and lower speed at that area for cars to get onto Vint Hill.

4) Postal carriers ... please lookout and give them space! Just hoping things go well for this project and transportation is assessing daily. Andrea Dufrene-Doyle Conveniently scheduled to be working from home recovering from surgery. Majority of employers could care less about the commute western Virginians have to deal with on (U.S.) 29, Va. 50 and I-66. They just say leave earlier when most can’t because most day care centers or camps do not open until later. Just hoping and praying for all that this threeweek closure to flatten that section works and accidents become rare. Karen Staats Fanslau You could work from home in Fauquier County, but wait there is no high-speed internet.. Nada, nothing, not even a glimmer of hope... Jeff Ras Chick-fil-a is closed at the same time. It is the end of the world. Amy Zwirko

A mix of working from home, vacation and traveling during off peak hours. Heading to the office at 2 p.m. and home at 9 today. The main thing is to not get on there and have forgotten about it. I hope people are patient and don’t drive like frustrated maniacs through the detours. Lots of kids off and driving them around this summer. Carol Scott Stay in town and spend your tax dollars here … and for free, go to the Fauquier Agricultural Expo at the Fairgrounds this week!! Fauquieragexpo.org Emily Lawrence My hubs can’t work from home, so he’s taking some vacation days. On the days he cannot, I think he’ll leave about 4:30 a.m. Anne Zee If you have a creative solution that doesn’t include sitting in traffic, keep it to yourself or everyone will be using it. Jodie Loudin Could this not have been done after 28 widening had been completed? Why do they do this to us? Amy Zwirko No silly road closed sign gonna stop me and my Jeep. That is, if the Jeep starts. Pete McCaughey

Warrenton should have been at Amissville Fireman’s Parade I am a life member of Warrenton Volunteer Fire Company for 25 years and very concern about that there were no Fauquier County fire departments at the Amissville Fireman’s Parade for two straight years, 2018 and 2019. I know that all the fire departments have staffing problems but can’t believe that one piece of equipment cannot go to the parade. I know that training and classes are important for safety for the public for fire and rescue in Fauquier County. In the years from ’60s, ’70s, ’80s and ’90s, there were fireman’s parades from the middle of May to the middle of August. The first week-

end of May was Winchester Apple Blossom Fireman’s Parade. The third week of May was Remington Co. 2 Parade and Memorial weekend was Culpeper Co. 1 Parade. The Warrenton Co. 1 parade was the first weekend in June. The Catlett Co. 7 Parade was the second week of June with also the Orange Parade and Colonial Beach Parade. The fourth week in June was Amissville Parade Co. 4; the first week of July Parade was Marshal Co. 3 Parade. The second week of July was Brandy Station Co. 2 Parade. The third week of July was the Plains Co.4 Parade. The Fourth Week of July was Front Royal Parade Co.1 & Fort Valley Parade in Shenan-

doah Valley. The first week of August was Flint Hill Co. 4 Parade. The second week of August was Madison Co. Parade. By this time, everybody had good hot summer and vacations ready to go back school to see everyone. This year 2019 Amissville Parade had from Rappahannock County: Washington Co. 1, Sperryville Co. 2 & Flint Hill Co. 4 & Castleton Co. 5 & Chester Gap Co. 6. Linden Co. 4 from Warren Co. were present. Culpeper County had Culpeper Co. 1, Brandy Station Co. 2 & Little Fork Co. 9 & Reva Co. 16. And also, Richardsville Co. Rock Hill Co. was from Stamford County. Centreville Co. 2 was also present.

Fire companies that didn’t have arcades was Warrenton Training Center Co. 19, Upperville Co. 5, New Baltimore Co. 10 & Orlean Co. 11. But they went to them in past years. While I was a member of Warrenton Fire Co. 1 there was a sign-in sheet for the list of parades and sometimes we had two trucks to the parades. Times have change and members have come and gone and with increasing with paid people at the stations, things have change with this very busy situations and the good old days and family parade days are over with.

Everyone abhors senseless acts of violence and loss of life. Where fellow citizens disagree is on the efficacy of proposed solutions and their effects. Every time a mass shooting incident occurs, the call goes up to implement “common sense gun laws.” And if a legislator or anyone else disagrees, they are immediately labeled as being accepting of the violence, in the pocket of the gun industry, and worse. Pro-Second Amendment legis-

lators and citizens resist many of the proposed “common sense gun laws” simply because they have little relevance to the kinds of shooting incidents that are used as a reason to institute such laws. Backers of these measures tend to feel good because they “did something,” but the reality is that the implementation of these laws would not have prevented these incidents, nor future ones. Rather, the primary effect will simply be to re-

duce the rights of law-abiding citizens and gun-owners, while doing nothing to prevent mass shootings. Why vilify legislators and fellow citizens for not backing laws that will only impinge on their rights, but will not reduce violent acts? What would be useful is for those advocating “common sense gun laws” to put together a matrix showing how if said law was in place, the violent act in question would have been prevented.

We declared dangerous drugs illegal a long time ago, but it has not eliminated illegal dealing, possession and deaths. People intent on breaking the law will continue to break the law. Let’s not work to make felons of the law-abiding while doing nothing to reduce violent acts in the name of “common sense.”

E. Gilmer Lee Life member of Warrenton Co. 1

Proposed ‘common sense’ gun safety laws will not prevent violent acts

Greg Schumacher The Plains

Common sense gun laws are guardrails Broadband, just get it done Transportation — primarily cars and trucks for most Virginians — is essential for everyday life. But vehicles can be dangerous; in 2017 there were 843 deaths and 65,306 injuries on Virginia highways. In the interest of public safety, we regulate both drivers and vehicles, such as licensing for specific types of vehicles as well as annual inspections. Additionally, along particularly hazardous stretches of road, we erect guard rails to further reduce the likelihood of a fatality. As a society we go to great lengths to preserve life and limb, while

recognizing the essential need for transportation. But where are the guardrails to further reduce the likelihood of gun-related injuries and deaths? If we acknowledge that not everybody should own a gun, why not a “red-flag” law? If a madman could shoot fewer people with a smaller ammunition clip, why not limit the number of rounds? Gov. (Ralph) Northam’s proposed commonsense gun laws are the guardrails we need for public safety. Scott Christian Marshall

I read with curiosity the article regarding broadband expansion in Fauquier County. Thank you to the writer for covering this subject. I have a few thoughts for consideration. First, why would the county entertain any proposal from a company that failed and could not deliver on its first contract. Second, I live four miles from the town limits of Warrenton. We have tried a Verizon hot spot, which was slow and costly and charged $10 per gig for every gig over a paltry 30/month. Outrageous! Next we tried Hughes.net. It has not lived up to speeds promised and as mentioned in the article by other

satellite users, adversely affected by weather. We need hardwired service run on the existing telephone poles along Old Waterloo and Wilson Road. Give me a break that Comcast and Verizon don’t want to bear that expense. They have made millions in profits from their businesses. This is 2019, Fauquier County is way behind in making this happen. Towers and satellite may be good for some remote areas of the county, not in my area. Stop talking and get it done. Ellen Fitz Gerald Warrenton

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Planting trees one acre at a time

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Founded by former newspaper publisher, philanthropist and conservationist Arthur ‘Nick’ Arundel, Great Meadow in The Plains is a premiere facility for field and equine events in the Piedmont. Ultimately the Chesapeake Bay will benefit by its planting of 25 acres in trees.

Conservancy company benefits Great Meadow and Montebello Staff Reports

Fifteen years ago, Chandler Van Voorhis and Carey Crane saw the opportunity to help battle climate change and make a significant profit at the same time. In 2003, they founded ACRE (Advanced Carbon Restored Ecosystem) Investment Management, a conservancy-based organization in The Plains, stirring a vision to grow trees that would create valuable carbon credits that could be sold. Today, that emerging market has become white hot and the pair sells carbon credits to giants like Shell, Norfolk Southern Railway, Duke Energy, United Airlines, and a growing list of corporations eager to offset their carbon footprint. To create the credits, they have more than 500 partnering landowners and have put more than 120,000 acres under easement across the southeast. That’s about 72 million trees already. Their goal? One million acres planted. If they can reach that goal, they will help offset carbon emissions, and by extension, global warming. Here’s how they plan to get there. The ACRE business model is simple in concept, but unique in practice. No one else in the country offers the same service. They grow the saplings they plant (about a million per year). They partner with landowners using that land to grow the trees. They manage the trees for the land-

to double its size, build a world class, all-weather arena, and bring high performance eventing to its popular park. Most of the cost was donated by generous supporters, but more owners. They translate the science of money was needed. how the trees hold the carbon (CO2) Robert Banner, president of Great into a monetary value for each land- Meadow at the time, saw more could owner. The root structure helps clean be raised with the revenue from a the water runoff before it reaches conservation easement. This, plus nearby streams, creating more mon- the income from a new Verizon cell etary value for the partners. The trees tower (disguised as a farm silo) on create the credits as they grow, and the property would help. ACRE’s when demand is highest, the credits program helped close the deal. are sold to the large, carbon-creating “Chandler and Carey devised a corporations. At that point, ACRE nutrient banking plan that used 25 shares the finanacres in the back cial reward with of our newly their partnering “One thing is certain; we all purchased land. landowners. Ev- need to do our part. ACRE is We wrote an eryone wins. doing their part, one acre at easement for The science a time.” that parcel that is defined. The allowed them ROBERT BANNER to grow trees calculations are verified by an that would proindependent organization, and the tect the nearby Broad Run stream. It credits are registered with the Amer- worked easily over the existing conican Carbon Registry. Already this servation easement,” said Banner. year, ACRE has moved more than The trees pull carbon from the 1,000,000 credits and is on target to air as they grow. At the same time, double that by the year’s end. their root structure filters the runGreat Meadow in The Plains off to Broad Run that ends up in the and Montebello in Orange are large Chesapeake Bay watershed. All of properties owned by area landown- this helped finish the biggest project ers. Both saw that ACRE’s programs Great Meadow has undertaken since might help anchor their futures. opening in 1983. His work done, Great Meadow hosts some 40 events, Banner decided the ACRE model including the prestigious Virginia was so attractive, he decided to join Gold Cup, drawing 200,000 through ACRE in May. the gates each year. Montebello is a Montebello historic property. The family of Colin Rosse owns Great Meadow Montebello, a property held by the In 2013, the board of Great Mead- family since 1728. Recently, The ow embarked on an ambitious plan Land Trust of Virginia named the

Montebello Family Trust “Landowner of the Year” for work done to protect this historic site in perpetuity. The first order of business was to put the land into a conservation easement protecting it against future development. That done, they have started looking at a nutrient banking program with ACRE to help provide an endowment for future generations that will help fund restoration projects that may be needed then. According to ACRE founders, the larger the stand of trees, the better the benefit for all. The staff at ACRE is always looking for partnering landowners. With the financial return on each project, they envision no problem reaching their goal. To learn more, visit ACRE’s website at www.acre-investment.com or phone 540-253-2504.

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Gentle Harvest partners with Seven Loaves Staff Reports Gentle Harvest in Marshall has recently formed a partnership with Seven Loaves and has donated more than 1,200 pounds of food to date. In addition, Gentle Harvest is encouraging customers to also give to Seven Loaves and regularly posts updated lists of items needed on the store’s entry doors. The food is made available at Seven Loaves for families in need. Gentle Harvest is a new concept in Marshall that offers a full line of groceries and includes a dine-in restaurant, a drive-thru for healthy food on the go, craft beer and coffee bar, meals to go, meal kits, flowers and a wide array of local products. Seven Loaves, a food pantry organization, founded in 1994, is in Middleburg at the back of the Middleburg Methodist Church, 15 W. Washington St. In 2018, it served 384 households and distributed 225,679 pounds of groceries. Customers of Gentle Harvest are encouraged to donate meat, eggs, dairy or produce. The store also collects canned vegetables, canned beans, canned chicken or tuna, canned fruit, spaghetti sauce, noodles, macaroni and cheese, juice, paper goods, cereal and oatmeal. A donation box is located on the second floor of Gentle Harvest and a desig-

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A new partnership between Gentle Harvest and Seven Loaves will benefit needy families. nated refrigerator has been marked for the placement of perishable donated items. “I am so happy to announce this new partnership with Gentle Harvest and their outreach for the community to donate,” said Carleigh Underwood, executive director of Seven Loaves. “We can count on meat, prepared meals, bread, sweets, non-per-

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ishable items and dairy items and that helps us so much. It’s great to see an outpouring of support from the community and I thank everyone for their continued donations!” Gentle Harvest will share information about its Seven Loaves donation box through email blasts. Find more information and sign up at www.gentleharvest.com.

Craig Batchelor, licensed to practice law in Virginia since 2008 and in the District of Columbia since 2009, joined Walker Jones, PC’s Old Town Warrenton office. Batchelor focuses his practice on tax planning, trusts and estate planning and administration, and business law including business organization and business succession planning. Originally from Florida, he came to Virginia to attend The College of William and Mary where he received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy. Batchelor earned his Juris Doctorate degree from the University of the District of Columbia, David A. Clarke School of Law. He can be reached at cbatchelor@walkerjoneslaw.com or 540347-9223.

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Warrenton’s Burro Buddy goes to Washington as part of the Made in America Showcase. American jobs, provide Americans with problem-solving tools, and to give back to the communities that built them. At the Made in America Showcase, businesses from each of the 50 states have been invited to display their products that have been made and produced in the United States. “We are excited to once again host businesses from all 50 states at the White House to highlight and celebrate American-made products,” a White House official said in a news release. “In today’s booming economy, President Trump and his administration are proud to tout businesses that create jobs and support our local communities.” To learn more, visit www.littleburros.com

BLAKE CORUM TO ANN ARBOR

Longtime Warrenton resident Blake Corum will play football at the University of Michigan. Look for a story in an upcoming issue of the Fauquier Times.

NEW PICKLEBALL COURT OPENS SOON A brand new pickleball court will debut at Warrenton’s Academy Hill Park on Thursday, July 18.

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2019 Fauquier Times Liberty High Athletes of the Year Noelle was Eagles’ yearround Christmas gift By Fred Hodge

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Noelle Crane was a rarity when she arrived at Liberty High School in the fall of 2015. Over four years, her specialness never faded. The 2019 Fauquier Times Liberty Girls Athlete of the Year was a four-year starter in two sports – field hockey and soccer – and also earned a varsity letter in basketball. Crane’s amazing accomplishment was helped by her middle school background in Culpeper, where she played JV field hockey for Culpeper High as an eighth grader. Culpeper County permits eighth graders on JV teams if the sport is not offered in middle school, so Crane got some early experience. She became a goalie after becoming intrigued by the massive padding donned. “I kept seeing the two varsity goalies dressed out in their gear. I remember saying to my friend, ‘That looks really cool. I want to try that,” she said. Later that fall, Crane transferred to Cedar Lee Middle School. As an Eagle freshman, she caught coach Katie Norman’s eye immediately. “Her fearless mentality, speed and agility, as well as her overall athleticism provided exactly what we were looking for in a goalie,” Norman said. Crane earned the starting nod and became the lone freshman on varsity.

“Freaking nervous”

As a freshman, Crane played a vital role in a strange win over Kettle Run See CRANE, page 17

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Versatile Jake Waldo is interested in math and could become an actuary. He’s going to Gettysburg.

Valuable Eagle Noelle Crane will study biology or chemistry at George Mason.

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Where’s Waldo? Watching film, making tackles, scoring goals, running track By Jeff Malmgren Times Staff Writer

Jake Waldo graduated in May with honors and a 3.79 grade point average. He was also magna cum laude in football film study. As a Liberty middle linebacker, Waldo had the rare ability to meticulously prepare for opposing teams by absorbing scouting reports and video, then deftly apply that information in games. “To be as good as he was with the scouting report, that’s a great attribute to have,” former Eagles head coach Sean Finnerty said. “You don’t see that a lot.” That knack, combined with the

overall dedication needed to be a three-sport athlete, helped make Waldo the 2019 Fauquier Times Liberty Boys Athlete of the Year. “He’d look at the scouting report Monday, and by Tuesday he knew it word for word,” Finnerty said. “It showed how intelligent he was.” Waldo was often responsible for making sure Liberty’s defensive linemen and linebackers were aligned correctly, sometimes physically pulling or pushing teammates into their appropriate positions. He also coordinated blitzes and made other adjustments to the Eagles’ defense based on offensive formations shown by opposing teams.

“He was very good with his keys,” Finnerty said. “He knew what he was reading every game, every play. He knew how to put people in the right spot.” “I definitely enjoyed preparing,” the 18-year-old from Bealeton said. “But it [also] felt like menial labor watching the same plays over and over to find little tendencies.” Waldo helped the Eagles earn a region playoff berth in 2017 en route to a 9-3 record before helping Liberty finish this past season at 5-5. At 5-foot-9 and 190 pounds, he didn’t have elite size or speed, but his prepaSee WALDO, page 18

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Kestner moves to Liberty, Leach to Kent, Johnson wins discus By Fred Hodge and Peter Brewington Times Staff Writers

Makaela Kestner has transferred from South Florida to Liberty University. Fauquier County’s all-time leading basketball scorer will sit out the 2019-20 season due to the NCAA's transfer regulations. She will have three years of eligibility remaining when she begins play for the Lady Flames in 2020-21. The 2018 Liberty High graduate appeared in 20 games for South Florida and averaged 0.4 points and 0.6 rebounds per contest. "We are excited to have Makaela bring her skills and talents to our program," said Liberty women's basketball coach Carey Green in a press release. "Her size and athleticism at the guard position will impact both ends of the court. Makaela's versatility is a welcome addition to our program. Overall, her growth and development along with experiences and maturation will certainly raise the expectations of our success."

Leach switches to Kent

Former Liberty High wide receiver/tight end Kris Leach has transferred to Kent State from Western Kentucky. The 2018 LHS grad was at WKU

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After one year at South Florida, former Eagle scoring legend Makaela Kestner is coming back to Virginia. She’s transferring to Liberty University. two years. He redshirted in 2017 and caught two passes for 17 yards in 2018. The departure of coach Mike Sanford after two losing seasons (916) was one motivation for his departure. At Kent, the 6-foot-6, 217-pounder is being reunited with former Liberty star Julian Sams, who shined as

Former Liberty tight end Kris Leach is transferring to play football at Kent State in the Mid American Conference. He spent two years at Western Kentucky. a freshman offensive lineman. Sams started all 12 games for the Golden Flashes, and is earning preseason acclaim. The 6-foor-3, 260-pounder has been named to analyst Phil Steele’s all-Mid American Conference preseason second team. Kent was 2-10 in 2018.

Johnson wins CAA discus

Former Fauquier High star Dominque Johnson of James Madison University won the Colonial

Athletic Association championship in the discus. The junior won with a throw of 167-7 on May 4 to become the second Dukes’ thrower since 1992 to win the event at the CAA championships.

Antal is top shooter

Paralympic athlete Moira Antal, 14, of Bealeton, competed in the Civilian Marksmanship Program for the 3-Position Air Rifle National Championship.

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Crane got her kicks in pads and cleats CRANE, from page 15 that was played over two days. After losing to Liberty 2-1 in double overtime, Kettle Run appealed to the Virginia High School League on the grounds that the second OT was not supposed to have been played. Under new VHSL rules, only one OT is played, followed by a one-vs.-one shootout. So the game was restarted at 1-1 some 20 days later with Crane stepping into the spotlight in the biggest moment of her young career. “I was so freaking nervous,” said Crane about her first shootout. The freshman stopped each Kettle Run shot, with Liberty coming out on top 2-0. Teammates rushed to mob her for her heroics. “That was a pivotal moment in No-

elle’s career. After that day, she realized her own potential and always worked to be better each day,” said Norman. Crane posted seven shutouts as a junior in 2017, with Liberty finishing 10-8 to tie the 2002 unit for the most wins in a single season. She evolved as a leader while her acrobatic style drew rave notices from opposing coaches. Crane was voted first-team all-Northwestern District and Region 4D. She also was the Liberty’s MVP. In her final game, she registered 26 saves in a region semifinal loss to Loudoun County power Heritage. “Noelle’s role on the team was truly irreplaceable,” Norman said. Having someone as reliable and hard working as Noelle was a crucial element to our team. “She’s left big shoes to fill.”

A soccer presence, too

Crane also made a quick positive

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Family: Mother Bridget works at Liberty High School. Brother Rusty, 25, works in retail. Brother Tyler, 22, is a grocery manager at Sterling Food Lion. Sister Keeley, 16, is a rising junior at Liberty and plays softball. Favorite food: Mom’s homemade potato salad. Favorite restaurants: Red Robin and Piedmont Steakhouse (Culpeper). Wendy’s for fast food. Favorite TV: Shadowhunters, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Dynasty, All American, Lucifer. Favorite movies: Kingsman. “And you can’t go wrong with any Marvel movie.” Favorite teachers: Mandy Carter (sports medicine), Rebecca Parry (chemistry), Chad Patterson (government). Favorite college teams other than George Mason: “I’ve always loved UVA. There’s something about them.” Potential college major: Has been accepted for biology at George Mason, but is considering a change to chemistry. Potential career: Orthopedic surgeon.

impression on the Liberty soccer staff as a freshman. Marc Costanzo, the Liberty head coach for the past two springs, was the junior varsity coach in 2016. He recalled her promise, as she immediately secured a starting spot for the varsity and continued to improve. “Her skill level continued to grow, but the biggest growth was her communication on the field,” Costanzo stressed, a trait that earned a captaincy as a senior. The coach said Crane’s “tough as nails and fearless” approach to games and practice was instrumental in Liberty’s first winning season in a decade. The Eagles scored several impressive wins last spring, but found themselves in a very difficult Northwestern District field that prevented a deep run in the post-season slate. Still, Costanzo is appreciative of his squad’s progress embodied by Crane’s contributions. “Noelle bought in, never wavered and was a huge contributor in getting us where we are today,” he said. “It has been a bumpy road with lots of ups and downs.

“But having her there every step of the way was a huge help in keeping positive at times when it was needed.” Crane also lettered as a senior in basketball. She did not play in middle school, finding herself far behind when she reached Liberty. “When you take off those three years, the most important years for learning basketball, I was just lost,” Crane lamented.

Dr. Crane, perhaps?

Crane will attend George Mason University, major in biology or chemistry with the goal of becoming an orthopedic surgeon. “High school is a small community…everything I’ve known for the past four years,” she said. “When you make a team it’s a family. They are my friends “I’m going to miss the school, the teams and the people.”

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Waldo found. Playing three sports. WALDO, from page 15 ration gave him an edge. He didn’t shy away from contact, either, and that was one of the first qualities Finnerty noticed in Waldo as a freshman. “So we were expecting big things from him,” Finnerty said. “I’m not afraid to hit anybody,” Waldo said. “It’s just pure aggression. I’m going to show you that I’m not just a little guy. I’ll show you I hit hard.” So he practiced with Liberty’s varsity team as a freshman and started a few games as a sophomore before becoming a full-time starter as a junior and senior. Along the way, he frequently spent mornings and evenings in the weight room to gain an advantage. “He has a phenomenal work ethic,” Finnerty said of the senior captain. “And he’s a phenomenal leader. He’s just such a great kid; a kid you enjoyed to coach.”

Reviving the lacrosse team

As with football, Jake Waldo anchored the center of the field for Liberty’s boys lacrosse team. He served as the Eagles’ main faceoff midfielder for three consecutive seasons, but, as a senior, he also developed into a strong offensive weapon. “A real breakout season,” Eagles coach Mike Gesiotto said. “His athletic ability, speed and confidence kicked in. “His lacrosse IQ and his stick skills improved,” Gesiotto said. “He's a legitimate downhill alpha midi.”

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Waldo finished with five goals and three assists for a Liberty team that often struggled to score. The senior captain also had 57 ground balls and won 53 percent of his faceoffs. In a game against Orange, Waldo won three faceoffs in a row and scored directly off the first two. Only the halftime horn kept him from a potential consecutive hat trick. “He's an all-around great leader and teammate; what you want on your lacrosse team,” Gesiotto said. “He led by example with hard work, determination.” Liberty finished only 4-9 this past spring, but that’s actually a relatively good season for the Eagles, who

THE WALDO FILE Family: Mother is administrator at an endoscopy center. Father, Jeff, is a manager at a locksmith company. Future plans: At Gettysburg College, he plans to play football, try out for the lacrosse team and major in mathematical economics with the hope of working as an actuary. Favorite place: Saint Martin in the Caribbean Sea. “It’s a great place. The water’s always crystal clear and the people there are always nice.” Favorite movie: “Waterworld.” “It’s like ‘Mad Max,’ the world after an Apocalypse. And because I really like the sea. I just feel natural on a boat.” Hobbies: “I always work on the cars around my house. We don’t take them to a mechanic unless we need” something major fixed. went 32-143 from 2005 to 2017. That span included a 0-14 record in 2015, the season before Waldo arrived at Liberty as a freshman. Waldo’s 2016 Eagles struggled to a 1-11 record, but then they tied a program record with five wins in 2017 (5-9) before setting a program record with a 6-7 mark in 2018. Like many Liberty players, Waldo began high school with little experience playing lacrosse. “I wasn’t very good when I first started, but I just got better,” Waldo said. “I definitely enjoyed it because it’s a fast-paced game. It never really stops, which I like.”

Overcoming injury

Jake Waldo hopes to play football and lacrosse next year at Gettysburg College, so track will be the only sport he discontinues. He began running indoor track simply as a way improve his speed for football season, but he ended up flirting with a few region berths in his career. “My specialty was the 300,” Waldo said. “I could pace myself for 200

meters and just pass everyone the last 100.” His track accomplishments made him a rare three-sport athlete who amassed 11 varsity letters, which is especially impressive considering his interesting injury history. After suffering a burst appendix in second grade, Waldo broke his arm while playing football in third grade, so he took a three-year hiatus from that sport while dabbling in roller hockey, baseball and basketball. Shortly after recovering from his broken arm, a chainsaw accident tore up his right hand and caused a little lasting damage that limits his thumb’s range of movement. Regardless, he resumed playing football in seventh grade, only to break his leg while playing around with Airsoft guns as an eighth grader. Despite all that history, Waldo avoided major injuries in high school, making him a mainstay. “Just twisted ankles and broken fingers,” Waldo said. “But that’s a given playing football.”

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Blue Ridge hosts hunt ride Saturday The Casanova Hunt hosts an open trail ride on July 20 at 9 a.m. from Winfall in Catlett. Other rides are Aug. 17 at 9 a.m. from Eastern View in Midland and Aug. 24 at 8 a.m. from Weston in Casanova. Rides are slow-paced and open to all. Call 540-439-3848 for directions. Elsewhere, Blue Ridge Hunt has a July 13 ride from Oxbow near Front Royal, July 20 from Weldon House Farm in Millwood, July 27 from Shannon Hill near Front Royal, Aug. 10 from Stonefield Farm in Boyce and Aug. 17 from Gordonsdale in Berryville. Directions and details are at blueridgehunt.org. On July 20, Loudoun Hunt has a Wine Ride from Dry Mill Winery in Leesburg, and their annual barbeque trail ride Aug. 25 from the kennels in Leesburg. More is at loudounhunt.org. Loudoun Fairfax Hunt has an Aug. 3 trail ride from Overbrook. For details, log onto loudounfairfaxhunt.com. Rappahannock Hunt has a July 24 ride from Pine Rock and an Aug. 14 ride from Red Hill. Ride times and directions are at rappahannockhunt.com.

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TWA hosts July 21 The Winslett Advantage has a hunter schooling show July 21 at the Warrenton Horse Show grounds on Shirley Avenue. Other TWA shows are Sept. 8 and Oct. 13. A full prize list is at twahorseshows.yolasite.com. Frying Pan Park in Herndon has a schooling show series July 23 and Aug. 13. More is at fryingpanequestrian.org. Picturesque Farm in Warrenton is hosting their Wednesday afternoon schooling series, with show dates July 10, 17, 24 and 31, and Aug. 7 and 14. Find more at picturesquefarm.com. Sandstone Farm in Millwood has a hunter-jumper schooling series, with show dates July 21, Aug. 4, Sept. 15 and Oct. 13. Details are at sandstonefarm.com.

RACING

Meets begin August The Shenandoah County Fair offers four days of racing from Aug. 28-31, with the pari-mutuel harness meet at

Shenandoah Downs running weekends Sept. 13-Oct. 13. Admission is free. Find details at shenandoahdowns.com. Thoroughbred racing returns to Colonial Downs in New Kent County for a 15-day flat and steeplechase meet Aug. 8-Sept. 7. Racing is Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 5 p.m., with a special Labor Day matinee card on Monday, Sept. 2 at 1 p.m. The $250,000 Grade 3 Virginia Derby, 1 1/4-miles on the turf, is scheduled Aug. 31. Daily purses are expected to average a minimum of $500,000 a day with a $1.8 million stakes schedule. More is at colonialdowns.com or virginiahorseracing.com.

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Rodeo series coming July 13 Oakland Heights Farm in Gordonsville hosts a bull riding rodeo Saturday, July 13. Gates open at 5:30 p.m., with live music at 6 p.m. and bull riding at 7. Bull riding is held on the second Saturday of the month through September.

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Kelly’s Ford event is Sunday The Kelly’s Ford Equestrian Center hosts a combined test with dressage plus show jumping and cross-country combined on Sunday, July 14. Visit the KFEC Facebook page.

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Hannum headed to Ireland Marshall’s Chloe Hannum was selected for the Temple Gwathmey Steeplechase Foundation Developing Rider program, one of four young jump jockeys – age 17-23 – headed to Ireland for a race training session July 23-31. Hannum will be joined by Skylar McKenna, Elizabeth Scully and Virginia Korrell for the trip led by steeplechase trainer Regina Welsh, director of U.S. Pony Racing. The riders will join top Irish trainers Gordon Elliot, Edward O’Grady, Enda Bolger and Fozzy Stack to gallop, school and ride work. For more information, see ationalsteeplechasefoundation.org.

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Dr. Chuck Caramello will use black and white archival photographs and paintings in his Thursday talk about the role of horses in World War I at the National Sporting Library and Museum in Middleburg.

Equines in the Great War lecture Horses of the cavalry and artillery are the subject of a Thursday, July 11, lecture at the National Sporting Library and Museum in Middleburg. Dr. Chuck Caramello will discuss the triumphs and losses of horses and mules in World War I, using an audio-visual display. Horses were heavily relied upon for transport and draft, but soon became impractical for combat. Horses were imported for the Allied effort from America and New Zealand, with as many as 1,000,000 coming from the U.S. Caramello is a history professor at the University of Maryland and is a NSLM Daniels fellow. The lecture is free to NSLM members, $10 for non-members. The lecture begins at 6 p.m. RSVP to info@nationalsporting.org or (540) 6876542 x4.

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Invasive tick is detected in 24 localities Asian longhorned tick sickens livestock Staff Reports The Virginia Farm Bureau reported in June that Virginia livestock producers are concerned about an invasive tick that’s been detected in 24 localities, mostly in the western part of the state. The National Veterinary Services Laboratory in Ames, Iowa, confirmed the finding of the Asian longhorned tick in Virginia. It was first discovered last year on an Albemarle County beef cattle farm. The tick can appear on cattle, horses, sheep, other livestock and wildlife, according to Virginia Cooperative Extension, which cautions that infested livestock could lose weight and become anemic. Other concerns include lowered milk output and reduced wool production. Mike Beahm, a member of the Virginia Farm Bureau Federation Livestock Advisory Committee, operates a beef cattle farm in Botetourt County, where the longhorned tick has been identified. “I am aware of this tick issue. I’ve been reading about the longhorned tick for a couple of years,” Beahm noted. “Our county extension agent keeps us informed about those things, but I haven’t seen it or talked to anybody who has.” The hard tick species is small, about 1/8 inch in length, and is reddish-brown with no distinctive white markings. Beahm noted that, as with any in-

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Blue shows areas where the Asian longhorned tick has been detected in the United States. So far, they have been found in eight states, including Virginia.

The Asian longhorned tick is spreading within the United States. The arachnid poses a threat to humans, animals and the environment.

vasive species, it’s important to stay out in front of the issue. “It’s a potential problem. The more we can do now to combat it and bring it under control, the better. I encourage farmers to be aware of the issue and be alert.” Extension experts say Virginians should be on the lookout for the longhorned tick this season. Livestock producers should notify their local extension agent or the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services if they see any unusual ticks, or if a large number of ticks are found on an individual animal. The tick has been reported in the following Virginia localities: Albemarle, Augusta, Botetourt, Carroll, Clarke, Fairfax, Fauquier, Frederick, Giles, Grayson, Greene, Louisa, Page,

land, North Carolina, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia— have also confirmed the finding. Unlike other ticks, a single female Asian longhorned tick can reproduce offspring—1,000 to 2,000 eggs at a time—without mating, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said in a press release on the study. That means a person or animal could house hundreds to thousands of ticks. In some parts of the world, including New Zealand and Australia, Asian longhorned ticks have reduced production in dairy cattle by 25 percent. More information about the Asian longhorned tick is available at www. aphis.usda.gov/publications/animal_health/fs-longhorned-tick.pdf.

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Pulaski, Roanoke, Rockbridge, Rockingham, Russell, Scott, Shenandoah, Smyth, Warren and Wythe. It also has been detected in the city of Staunton. If people are bitten by a tick, extension experts recommend removing it with tweezers or wrapping the tick in tissue paper and gently pulling it out. Ticks can be killed with rubbing alcohol and kept in a small container in case the tick needs to be identified later.

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According to a report issued in November 2018 by the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy, the Asian longhorned tick was first detected on a sheep in New Jersey in September 2017. In one year, eight other states—Arkansas, Connecticut, Mary-

Fauquier Health keeps it clean and safe Moulton recognized for outstanding research Staff Reports Emily Moulton, MSN, RN, received the 2019 William A. Rutala Abstract Award for her work surrounding adenosine triphosphate testing while working at Fauquier Health in Warrenton. She received the award at the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology annual conference in Philadelphia, June 12 to 14. The conference brings together infection prevention professionals from all over the world and focuses on how their work leads to advances in the healthcare industry. Although Moulton is no longer at Fauquier Health, she has been an RN for six years and joined APIC as a member in 2017. For her research, she focused on ATP testing, a method that uses technology to determine cleanliness on different environ-

mental surfaces, to engage and educate hospital staff on proper cleaning and disinfection procedures in the perioperative area. Through ATP testing, disinfection and sterilization measures can be observed and quantified. The results from ATP testing serve as a tool to further educate hospital staff on the necessary procedures, while enhancing engagement and accountability. “With Fauquier Health being a LifePoint Health hospital, it is a very exciting time to be recognized on a national level for the hard work and dedication we have devoted to keep the patients at our hospitals safe,” said Tracy Louis, director of infection prevention with LifePoint Health.

Fauquier Health donates to Mental Health Association of Fauquier County

In June, Fauquier Health celebrated the 20th anniversary of LifePoint Health, the health system of which

it is a part, with a donation to the Mental Health Association of Fauquier County. This donation is part of a national anniversary celebration during which LifePoint has contributed $2,000 to causes in each of the 89 communities it serves nationwide. Chad Melton, chief executive officer of Fauquier Health said, “In celebration of LifePoint’s 20th anniversary, we selected the Mental Health Association of Fauquier County. Our mission statement is making communities healthier. What better way to improve the lives of others than donating to a worthy organization? Mental health and access to care have become a growing problem in Fauquier County, and across the company. We hope our donation will make a difference in improving care locally.” LifePoint was founded in May 1999 as LifePoint Hospitals with 23 community hospitals in nine states. See HEALTH, page 22

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William A. Rutala Award recipient Emily Moulton is pictured with Pauline Y. Roush, director of quality for Fauquier Health.

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How to skyrocket your life to amazing freedom You have the power within you, right this very moment, to stop the insanity and madness in your life and choose happiness, joy and peace. The ability to change your body, your life story, even your mind begins with these three easy steps of consistent determination. We all know new habits, or letting go of old habits, takes focus, repetition and desire to truly want to feel better, right? Well, what are you waiting for? Let’s dive in and get these fireworks going: 1. Get grateful daily: Having what’s known as an attitude of gratitude many times a day can shift your mood, the energy of others in your life and is one of your super powers. Instead of looking at what you don’t have, be thankful for each and every body part, each and every story that is woven into your heart and soul and your life as a whole. Start with small lists and work up to this present moment. Even hard stuff has the gift of a lesson somewhere. 2. Breathe deeper: As I’ve mentioned in earlier articles, your breath is your free medicine! Right now, inhale from deep below your navel, inflate your belly like a balloon. Feel your ribcage expand all around you, then your collar bone extends ever so slightly from left to right. As you exhale, free up the jaw and let out a sigh. Go ahead

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MONICA FERNANDI … it’s called a sigh of relief, right? You will feel free, one breath at a time. 3. Be brave. Going through life’s difficulties allows us to feel human. Finding courage taps in to allowing the feelings of the heart and persevering through to the other side. Instead of running away or hiding your head in the sand, go back to steps one and two and these will help to withstand those challenging moments that life dishes out. Remembering you are not alone in challenging times is comforting and helpful to allow growth. Knowing there is suffering in life but that there is also a way through is encouraging. You can wallow in the pain, misery, insanity over and over, or you can use these three easy steps to bring some light to your life right this very moment. If there is a situation in your life story that needs some change or a super hero to get you through, take a deep breath right now and know it is in your hands, together with some

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That top of the mountain feeling can be yours every day. faith, depending on your background. Don’t blame those around you and get caught up in pointing the finger or looking to someone else to fix you. You are the superhero and your health, inside and out, need to know that right now. Be responsible for your own joy and soar to new heights of happiness. Use these three steps whether you are in an unhealthy relationship, or a diagnosis you have been given: use these three steps whether you feel you need to change your job

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Sally Morgan, director of the Mental Health Association of Fauquier, accepts a $2,000 donation from LifePoint, offered by Fauquier Health Chief Executive Officer Chad Melton (left) and the health system’s chief operating officer, Donna Staton.

Fauquier Health keeps it clean and safe From HEALTH, page 21 The company changed its name to LifePoint Health in 2015 as a reflection of its evolution from a hospital operator to a healthcare leader, providing a range of services across the communities it serves. “LifePoint is dedicated to creating places where people choose to come for healthcare, physicians want to practice and employees want

to work,” said David Dill, president and CEO of LifePoint Health. “We are thrilled to be celebrating a 20year legacy of making communities healthier with our employees, physicians, board members and volunteers across the nation. We are proud of how far we have come in the last two decades and are excited to continue to collaborate with the talented team at Fauquier Health to advance our mission in the years ahead.”

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Take the challenge Tribute planned for ‘Doc’ Snyder “Park in the shade,” he said motioning me to a spot underneath a large tree. At 77, smiling, gracious and ever energetic, he sat at the wheel of an ATV. I joined him for a short ride to the office at Verdun Adventure Bound, a sprawling 55-plus acres of natural habitat and a few buildings located off Route 229 in Rixeyville. I was here to catch up with Dr. Dave Snyder, affectionately known as “Doc,” the founder of this very special place tucked away in the woods. It’s a spot familiar to thousands of children and adults who have camped, kayaked, listened to stories, shot an arrow, climbed rocks, hiked, painted, sang or shared time learning and growing with nature. Doc has been their mentor and teacher over the last 20 years. I’ve been involved in the local journalism scene for nearly as long; whether I was working with newspapers in Fauquier, Rappahannock or Culpeper, I’ve had the privilege of knowing this man on a professional and personal level. An orthopedic surgeon by trade, Doc co-founded the Blue Ridge Orthopedic & Spine Center in Warrenton in 1978 and remained there until his retirement in 2011. A graduate of Georgetown University with a Bachelor of Science in biology, his interest in medicine lead him to the University of Maryland School of Medicine where he graduated in 1967. He has served as the Virginia Hospice Association president and to this day, he continues to serve as an orthopedic surgeon with Medical Missionaries, Thomasique, Haiti.  While working in Culpeper, I interviewed him for a video series on local veterans. Doc grew up in a military family, moving often. The son of an admiral, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy for four years where he served as a physician in trauma surgery and ortho-trauma surgery in Vietnam and at the Bremerton Naval Hospital as an E.R. physician and orthopedic surgeon.

Dr. David ‘Doc’ Snyder has created a Buddhist garden as part of the property at Verdun Adventure Bound. He welcomes visitors to enjoy its quiet and reflective ambiance.

FROM WHERE I SIT ANITA SHERMAN He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the Medical College of Virginia in Richmond in 1975. During that videotaping and at a prayer breakfast that I attended where Doc was the speaker, he had his listeners spellbound, retelling the incident where he removed a live grenade from the shoulder of a suffering soldier in Vietnam after clearing the room of everyone except himself and an assistant. Heroic, but for him, done matter of factly, without concern for himself, but only for those he served. I suffered from a broken wrist in 2006 as did one of our sons a few years later and it was Dr. Snyder who treated us both. Caring, confident and reassuring, we both mended well under his watchful eye. And his humor. “My favorite nursery rhyme is Humpty Dumpty,” he told me with a twinkle in his eye and then recited the familiar verses. “All the king’s horses and all the king’s men couldn’t put Humpty together again … but I can, I’m an orthopedic surgeon,” he laughed, “I love that.” It’s this notion of fixing things and making them better that has been a constant mantra with this man. His philosophy of life is to strive to help others, to nurture and to give positive structure and strength to life’s challenges. He has always been an advocate for youth. “Originally I wanted to be an adolescent shrink,” he told me to the backdrop of young people laughing and joking in a nearby room. Sleeping bags and camping gear lined one of the halls and no doubt an adventure was about to begin.

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Participants in Verdun’s Muddy Trackers program will experience a variety of exciting off and on campus activities including high and low rope challenges, basic wilderness survival skills and beautiful views. It was in the ’90s that Doc acquired the land in Rixeyville, then an abandoned Angus farm. The farmland was ripe for reinvention. “I’ve always loved trees,” said Doc who, along with family members, started planting trees. He created an arboretum, which then led to the growing and selling of some 30,000 trees. But something else started to grow along with the trees. “The Boy Scouts approached me about coming out to picnic,” said Doc, “and then other groups would ask me if they could come and use the property. “I always had this idea of a youth center,” said Doc. In 1999 that became a realty with the creation of Verdun Adventure Bound, a nonprofit organization with a mission to support and promote youth and adult personal growth through a myriad of hands-on learning experiences. Cer-

tainly, teaching love of land through stewardship is a byproduct. Doc has had his own mentors, his father for sure and Thomas Merton for another. An American trappiest monk and ordained priest, Merton was a writer, theologian, mystic, poet, social activist and scholar of comparative religion. “I’d call myself a Catholic-Buddhist,” smiled Doc describing one of the camp’s more recent additions, a Buddhist garden. Taking a walk through its quiet and winding paths, the cool serenity of a soft breeze, one can see it is a place to reflect. “People can come here and just be quiet and think,” said Doc who, in all his words of wisdom over the years, has not wavered from his three-pronged philosophy of moving from the “me” to the “we” and See VERDUN, page 28

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High Schoolers Sign With Employers Following LFCC Heavy Construction Course By SALLY VOTH Lord Fairfax Community College 2019 Fauquier County High School grad Logan Falls has a jump start on his heavy construction career thanks to LFCC Workforce Solutions’ Heavy Equipment Operators (HEO) program. He was in the program’s first cohort of high school students who took the course two evenings a week this past spring. Lord Fairfax became the first community college in Virginia to offer statewide industry credential programs for heavy equipment operators in 2017. Students are trained to work on a variety of contractor equipment and trucks used for demolition, earth moving, trench digging, road building and site grading in the construction and transportation industries. There is high demand for heavy equipment operators in Virginia, and the median salary is $45,890 a year. Students enrolled in LFCC’s HEO program not only receive training from experienced instructors, they’re trained on state-ofthe-art simulation equipment. Additionally, the course comes with a “guarantee to interview” with local construction companies upon successful completion. Fauquier County Public Schools offered to cover the cost of the class – considered

as an elective credit by the school system – for nine students. The evening class started in March, and two students from Prince William County also signed up. Those two students only had to pay $916 for the course thanks to FastForward funding, which covered two-thirds of the program cost. Logan Falls was hired by Superior Paving Corp. and started his new job even before completing the course. He is one of four students hired by Superior. Two were hired by S. W. Rodgers Co., and another two were hired by Shirley Contracting Co. The occasion was celebrated during a “signing ceremony” with the students and employers at LFCC’s Vint Hill site, which hosted the classes. “I thought the HEO course would be a good opportunity to get a head start, as well as be something that I’d like to do,” he says. “It sure enough helped me, and I’ve got a good job lined up right now and I’m going to make a career out of it.” His new employer has suggested that he take electrical courses at LFCC later down the line. Logan’s mother, Crystal Falls, is pleased with the HEO course. “This has been an amazing experience for him, and we are thrilled that he had this opportunity,” she says. “I hope

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Shirley Contracting Co. hired two students immediately after they completed LFCC’s HEO Program.

he will pursue more courses with LFCC in the future.” All students who wished to immediately enter the workforce received job offers, LFCC Fauquier Campus Workforce Director Carlene Hurdle says. “These students have been given a tremendous opportunity to begin their careers this summer – in fact, some have already started working this week,” she says. “We know that this is a field that is consistently in high demand. Just look around you – we have the Interstate 66 widening and other road projects, as well as continued growth in commercial and residential building.” The course is a great example of industry, LFCC and area schools working together to create job opportunities. “Our partnership with LFCC and the Heavy Construction Contractors Association (HCCA) has enabled us to offer our students training in the highdemand field of excavation,” Fauquier County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. David Jeck says. “This program is a great example of connecting student learning with workplace opportunities.” Prince William County Public Schools CTE Supervisor Doug Wright calls the experience “a unique and exciting educational opportunity.” He lauds the forward vision of LFCC’s Carlene Hurdle and HCCA Executive Director Ken Garrison. “HCCA member companies, plus our higher education partner at LFCC, along with Fauquier County Public Schools and Prince William County Public Schools, provide an example of how when we all work together we can make a difference and bring career pathways and opportunities to the future workforce – our students,” Wright says. “This program is a game changer for students who want to explore the world of HEO and who want to turn it into a lucrative and rewarding career.” LFCC’s HEO course

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Superior Paving Corp. celebrated the occassion during a “signing ceremony” with the students at LFCC’s Vint Hill site, which hosted the classes.

is endorsed by the HCCA, which quickly mobilized an employer-driven curriculum advisory committee and connected Workforce Solutions staff with simulation equipment vendors as the course was being developed. Additionally, when FastForward funding was temporarily halted, HCCA members were so committed to the need for the program, they raised $50,000 in supplemental funding. “It’s a program that we’ve supported from the beginning,” HCCA Board member Danny Funderburk says. “We understand that it’s going to take a while to get this program up and running. We’re committed to the longterm success of the program because we have such a strong need for talented workers in our industry.” Funderburk, who handles learning and development for William A. Hazel Inc., says the heavy construction industry has struggled to keep pace with demand as many would-be employees have instead pursued fouryear degrees. The industry is working diligently to turn the tide and expose more students to the fast-growing, well-paid trade. “The continued growth has actually led some of the people who at one time or another worked for us go out and start their own companies,” Funderburk says.

Earning the HEO credential will set someone apart from other employees, according to Funderburk. “You’ve already demonstrated a capability and willingness to learn,” he says. HEO classes are currently enrolling at Vint Hill and will start in mid-July. LFCC Workforce Solutions is also able to start offering HEO classes at the Middletown Campus starting in October. FastForward funding is available for these classes, and additional funding may be available for those who qualify. Visit lfccworkforce.com/ HEO or call 540-868-7021 to register or find out more.

UPCOMING

EVENTS SUMMERTIME MEDITATION Most Wednesdays, 2-3p.m., Fauquier Campus

HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS INFO SESSION July 10, 5:30 p.m., Fauquier Campus

IT CERTIFICATION INFO SESSION Aug. 8, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Vint Hill Site

NEW STUDENT WELCOME DAY Aug. 17, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Fauquier Campus

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Take your vision and turn it into a plan Be the Change Foundation offers fall business workshops By Anita L. Sherman Community Editor

If you are a woman and want to learn what it takes to start your own business or improve an existing one, consider the series of business workshops offered by Be the Change Foundation. Their series of classes recently graduated seven who attended weekly sessions held at Lord Fairfax Community College in Warrenton. Conducted by local professionals in their respective fields, participants learned how to create a business plan, how to market your business, how to make money, how to grow your team and how to manage stress. Participants learn how to focus on their “why,” leverage social

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Seven graduated from the Be the Change Foundation’s spring graduation event Tuesday, May 21.  They were thrilled to receive special keychains made by one of their own, Ciera Pennington.The charms symbolized their various aspirations -- from a small horse (equine photography) to a microphone (stand-up comedy). Pictured are grads Kathy McNitt, Mabel Twumasi, Samantha Spittle, Ciera Pennington, Danielle Gambale-Metz, Lauren Hammer and Kelsea Andresen.  media, understand a profit and loss statement, grow their customer base, market their product or service and know what you can and can’t ask when you interview a prospective new employee.  Each session was introduced by local business owners – spotlight speakers - who shared their stories and offered advice. The series of 12 classes is open to all women residing in Fauquier, Culpeper, Rappahannock, Prince William or other surrounding counties. “They are open to anyone who is willing to drive to Lord Fairfax Community College in Warrenton,”

said founder and president Marianne Clyde who is eager to share the success of their series with as many others who are interested. Classes are held on Tuesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. “If you are looking for education and support to build a business or grow a dream, I highly recommend applying for the next class,” said Samantha Ellis Spittle, one of the recent graduates after the spring graduation ceremony held at the PATH Foundation. Be the Change Foundation is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to empower, strengthen and inspire

women. The cost of the 12-week series is $250. Financial aid is available to help cover the cost of tuition. Due to generous donations from supporters, the Be the Change Foundation is able to offer small business loans to participants who fulfill the graduation requirements.   Registration is now open for the next series of classes which will begin Sept. 10. Application deadline is Aug. 15. To register, visit www. bethechangefoundation.us. To learn more or ask questions, contact Marianne Clyde at 540-347-3797 or email her at bethechangefound@gmail.com.

Local winemakers achieve award-winning longevity Gray Ghost Vineyards celebrates 25 years Staff Reports Gray Ghost Vineyards, the oldest winery in Rappahannock County, celebrates 25 years of winemaking this weekend, July 13 and 14. The event begins with a reception at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 13. Richard Leahy, author of “Beyond Jefferson’s Vines,” book on Virginia wine, begins with opening remarks.

“I'm pleased and honored that the Kellerts have invited me to be their guest of honor to celebrate Gray Ghost Vineyard’s 25th anniversary,” says Leahy. “I have written about and followed the evolution of Gray Ghost from its beginning and am glad they continue to prosper. They were a model of hobbyists with a passion who made the leap to professionals, even transplanting their Vidal vines from a Northern Virginia backyard to their vineyard. “I've always been a fan of their classically elegant European-style wines. Their ‘Adieu’ is a benchmark late harvest Vidal Blanc, and their wines have the singularity of estate grown and

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A straight shot west on Route 211 out of Warrenton, Gray Ghost Vineyards opened its doors in 1994. This weekend the family-run winery marks 25 years.

bottled quality.” Winemakers and vineyard owners Al and Cheryl Kellert and their staff welcome the public to the reception along with invited guests. Anniversary happenings continue Saturday and again Sunday at 11 a.m. with a ticketed event. Festivities include winery tour, vineyard tour, wine tastings, barrel tasting, wine library tasting, live music indoors and outdoors and a limited edition, collectible 25th anniversary crystal wine glass for each participant. Tickets are $35 in advance or $40 at the door. For a detailed schedule of events, visit www.grayghostvineyards.com. Reservations are requested and may be made at 540-937-4869, where tickets may also be purchased. Gray Ghost Winery has collected more than 2,500 medals for outstanding wines. Four consecutive years its late harvest Vidal Blanc Adieu was the most awarded wine in the country, outside of California. Vineyard and Winery Management Magazine named Gray Ghost “Best of the East.” The winery is at 14706 Lee Highway in Amissville. During summer, the tasting room is open Wednesdays and Thursdays from noon to 5 p.m. and Friday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Main St., Warrenton. The Gloria Faye Dingus Music Alliance welcomes folk, rick and blues icon. Tickets $15. Children under 12 free with adult. Seating limited. Advance tickets recommended. Visit www. centerofwarrenton.org. Contact: 540-347-7484.

Freebo – July 12 July 13 July 11 Rebecca Haviland Live at Gloria’s: 8 p.m., 92 Main St., Warrenton. The Gloria Faye Dingus Music Alliance welcomes Grammy Award-winning vocalist. Tickets $15. Children under 12 free with adult. Seating limited. Advance tickets recommended. Visit www.centerofwarrenton.org. Contact: 540-347-7484.    Thursday Music on the Patio at Claire’s: 6 to 9 p.m., 65 S. Third St., Warrenton. Robbie Limon. Music canceled in the event of rain or extreme heat. Reservations recommended. Contact Maranatha at 540-351-1616.

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The Keel Brothers Live at Gloria’s: 8 p.m., 92 Main St., Warrenton. The Gloria Faye Dingus Music Alliance welcomes The Keel Brothers for “a rare onenight-only hometown performance.” Tickets $25. Children under 12 free with adult. Seating limited. Advance tickets recommended. Visit www. centerofwarrenton.org. Contact: 540347-7484.    Mattoon Youth Choir Tour: 7 p.m., 341 Church St., Warrenton. Journey UP Church, a new Warrenton church, will host the Mattoon Youth Choir at Warrenton United Methodist Church for this free concert of powerful young singers. Contact: 703-367-3687. Joe Bernui at Wort Hog Brewing Company: 5 to 8 p.m., 41 Beckham St.,

Warrenton. Contact: 540300-2739.  Delaplane Live on the Summer Stage: 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., Old Bust Head Brewery, 7134 Farm Station Road, Vint Hill. Menu by Red Dog BBQ. Contact: 540-347-4777.   Twilight Polo – Kids Night: 6 p.m., 5089 Old The Keel Brothers – July 13 Tavern Road., The Plains. Each evening of Twilight Crossthreaded: 7 p.m., Live music Polo features three fast-paced polo at Orlean Market, 6855 Leeds Manor matches, halftime games for the Road, Marshall. Local Hume band children, and delicious food and wine. plays bluegrass, country and oldies. Gates open at 5:30 p.m., with the first RSVP for dinner. Contact: 540-364polo game beginning at 6 p.m. Following 2774.    the 8 p.m. feature match, the night Live entertainment at Inn at Kelly’s continues with music and dancing in the Ford: 7 to 10 p.m., 16589 Edwards pavilion. Seating is on a tree-lined grassy Shop Road, Remington. Contact: 540berm, so attendees are encouraged to 399-1779.   bring folding chairs and blankets. Blue July 14 Valley Vineyard and Winery will be on site. There will also be a local food truck, Live Irish Music: 5 to 8 p.m., 380 and guests are welcome to bring in a Broadview Ave., Warrenton. Come picnic (including alcohol). Car passes are enjoy live Irish music and a relaxed $30 at the gate or $25 online (each car dining atmosphere every Sunday. pass covers entry for all the occupants Wonderful free event perfect for of the vehicle). Tickets can be purchased family and friends. Roast beef special. Visit www.mcmahonsirishpub. at www.greatmeadow.org/twilight-polocom Contact: 540-347-7203.    tickets. Contact: 540-253-5000.

UPCOMING EVENTS  July 10 Kwame Alexander book signing: 9:30 to 1 p.m., Alexandria Pike and Haiti Street, Warrenton. The Open Book is partnering with Books on the Bus for a free community event featuring NY Times Bestselling author Kwame Alexander. BOB will start the event with books, games and family fun. At 11 a.m., Kwame Alexander will do a presentation with singer-songwriter Randy Preston, followed by a question/answer period and a book signing. A free picnic is sponsored by The PATH Foundation. Contact: 540-878-5358. Ignite Fauquier: 9 to 10 a.m., 33 N. Calhoun St., Warrenton. An alliance of entrepreneurs is helping small business owners “fire up business” at the Warrenton Visitor Center. Meet new people and learn the challenges of businesses and organizations. Following the program, there will also be discussion among attendees. Meets the second Wednesday of every month. The doors open at 8:30 a.m.  Warrenton Newcomers Club: 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., 121 John E. Mann St., Warrenton. Coffee and open house to residents new to the area, recently retired, or newly single within the past five years. Mercy Hall near St.John the Evangelist Church. Contact Chery Bianchi at Cherylbianchi1@comcast.net.  Books on the Bus: 9 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. 130 Haiti St., Warrenton. Come to Eva Walker Park and check out a book. Contact: 540-422-7154. Gallery Talk: 2 p.m., 102 The Plains Road, Middleburg. National Sporting and Library Museum presents free gallery talks

every Wednesday about the museum’s permanent exhibits or traveling exhibits. No two tours are alike. Reservations not required. Visit www.nationalsporting.org or phone 540-687-6542.

July 11 Dunkin’ with Chaplain Liz: 9 to 10 a.m., 316 W. Lee Highway, Warrenton. Come for a free cup of great coffee and a donut, as you fellowship with Chaplain Liz Danielsen at Dunkin’ Donuts. Sponsored by Spiritual Care Diabetes Education: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. 200 E Marshall St, Remington. The Sweet Spot: Diabetes education for everyday living hosted by Remington Drug. Meets at Remington Fire Hall twice monthly. Class is free. Visit www. remingtondrug.com or contact 540-4393247. Equines in the Great War: 6 p.m., 102 The Plains Road, Middleburg. Dr. Chuck Caramello, professor at the University of Maryland and one of NSLM’s John H. Daniels Fellows, discusses the triumphs and losses of equines in WWI as seen in recruitment posters, photographs, and paintings from the period. $10 admission. Free to members. RSVP to info@nationalsporting.org or 540687-6542, ext.4.

July 12 Paranormal Tour and Investigation: 7 to 9 p.m. 10 Ashby St., Warrenton. Visit Fauquier’s Old Jail and join the Culpeper Paranormal team and Fauquier History museum staff in this after-hours tour. Not suitable for children under 12. Children under 18 must be accompanied by adult. Contact: 540-347-5525.

Summer Art Workshop: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Free art activities for kids age 5 and up. Each Friday in July a different activity at National Sporting Library and Museum. Stackable food chains. Visit www. natioalsporting.org or 540-687-6542.

July 13 Warrenton Farmers Market: 8 a.m. to noon. Corner of 5th and Lee streets, Warrenton. Open through Nov. 23. Fruits, vegetables, pies, herbs, flowers and more. Contact: 540-347-2405. Vive La France! 7:30 p.m. 6507 Main St., The Plains. Shakespeare Opera Theatre at Grace Episcopal The Plains presents a concert of French-themed works. Performance time, including intermission, two hours. Program repeats on Sunday, July 14, Bastille Day, at 5 p.m. Contact: 443-226-8270.

July 14 Archwood Green Barns Farmers Market: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 4555 Old Tavern Road, The Plains. Fruits, vegetables, baked goods, orchids, bamboo, quilted specialties and more. Visit www.archwoodgreenbarns.com or contact 540-253-5289. “Eyewitness at the Coup:” 2 p.m. 7142 Lineweaver Road, Vint Hill. The Cold War Museum, in co-operation with Old Bust Head Brewing Company, invites you to attend a presentation by expert on the Soviet military and former Air Force Attaché Bruce Slawter. Cost is $35 in advance. For more information and tickets, visit www.eventbrite.com/e/ eyewitness. Contact: 703-283-4124.

July 16 Rosenwald: The Remarkable Story of a Jewish Partnership with African American Communities: 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. 4243 Loudoun Ave. The Plains. Film inspired by educator Booker T. Washington. Contact: 540-253-7488. The Fauquier County Youth Orchestra and Jazz Band meets weekly on Wednesdays from 5 to 8 p.m. at Gloria's, 92 Main St., in Old Town Warrenton. Offering beginner, intermediate and advanced strings and a jazz band. The cost is $10 a week. For more information, email info@fauquieryouthorchestra.org or call 540-717-9349.    The Fauquier    Pokémon    League meets every Tuesday, 4:30 to 6 p.m., at Virginia Hobbies Etc., 46 Main St., Warrenton. Pokémon card game 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.  Pokémon video games, 5:30 to 6 p.m. Players new to the game and experienced players welcome. Decks available to use for league. Free. Contact Mary Ivie at 703-887-7586 or Cassandra Mitchell 410-215-7711 or email pokemon.fauquier@gmail.com.

July 17 Books on the Bus: 9 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. 130 Haiti St., Warrenton. Come to Eva Walker Park and check out a book. Contact: 540-422-7154. Send your events to asherman@ fauquier.com at least a week in advance. Entries need to include address and contact number. Visit www.fauquier. com for more events.

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Hate Has No Home Here Common Threads to distribute signs at Community Family Fun Day July 27 Staff Reports Coming together as one in Warrenton, Common Threads, a joint ministry of First Baptist Church and St. James’ Episcopal Church recently announced that Hate Has No Home Here signs will be available for the public at the upcoming Community Family Fun Day in Eva Walker Park on Saturday, July 27, from noon to 4 p.m. This is the 11th year for Family Fun Day, a free all-day event with activities and food for children and adults from the Warrenton/Fauquier area. The Hate Has No Home Here sign project was founded in the fall of 2016 at Peterson Elementary School in North Park, a Chicago neighborhood characterized by its diversity of age, race, nationality and ethnicity. The sign’s message was originally imagined by a third-grader and kindergartner at the school, and the North Park community came together to design, print and distribute the signs. This project seeks to declare neighborhood residences, businesses and places of community free from hate speech and behavior, providing places for conversations, work, learning, and living. Beyond the sign, the intent is to create dialogue within a community that will promote a friendlier, safer place with a spirit of inclu-

sion. This project is non-political, and it is not used to raise funds for any nonprofit or for-profit organization. However, all organizations, faith communities and individuals within the community are invited to share in this messaging by displaying the signs. “A home empty of hate has more room for love,” said George Burgwyn, a parishioner at St. James’ and a Common Threads committee member. Working with Piedmont Press and Graphics, Common Threads has provided for the printing and distribution of the Hate Has No Home Here signs in the Warrenton/Fauquier community. Common Threads, a joint ministry founded in April 2018 by First Baptist Church and St. James’ Episcopal Church, both of Warrenton, was created so that the two congregations could honor their different faith traditions and celebrate their common threads. Within its joint mission statement is the call to do something together for the good of the community and to promote racial unity in order to build community. For more information about the Hate Has No Home Here project, visit the project’s website at www. hatehasnohomehere.org/about.

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

Thursday, July 11 “Show Your Colors” Brunch: Christian Women’s Connection of Warrenton will host a “Show Your Colors” Brunch on Thursday, July 11, at 9:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall of Warrenton Presbyterian Church, 91 Main St. Kasey Keckley, Color Street senior director, will be featured, music will be provided by the Rev. Randy West and members of the Orlean Baptist Church Choir, of Marshall, performing “The Common Man” and a patriotic medley and the speaker will be Irene Pace of Middletown, Delaware. The cost is $10 inclusive. Free child care is available. For reservations and free child care, call Carol at 540272-4616.

Saturday, July 13 Ice cream social: 6 p.m., Enjoy an old-fashioned good time at Long Branch Baptist Church, 5576 Long Branch Lane, The Plains. Bring your favorite ice cream to share or just come to indulge. Hot dogs will be available for those who need dinner. Enjoy music, including old hymns and new favorites, too. Yard sale: 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., First Baptist Church will host an indoor yard sale at 39 Alexandria Pike in Warrenton. For more information, call 540-3475467. Spaces available for $10.

Sunday, July 14 Homecoming: 3 p.m., Providence Baptist Church in Orlean will have its annual Homecoming Day. The Rev. Alfred Jones from Mount Zion Baptist Church in Triangle will be the guest. The church is at 7111 Leeds Manor Road, Orlean. Lunch will be served immediately following the morning service.

Olive Baptist Church, Centreville. First Springs Baptist Church is at 9307 Springs Road, Warrenton. For more information, contact pastor@ firstspringsbc.org. Revival and 154th Church Anniversary: 7:30 p.m. prayer service, 8 p.m. Revival service. Worship leader: Rev. George W. Farmer, pastor of Olie Branch Baptist Church, Haymarket. Preacher: The Rev. William Swann, Sr., Pastor of First Ashville Baptist Church, Marshall. Continues July 18 to July 21. Macedonia Baptist Church is at 574 Zachary Taylor Highway, Flint Hill. Contact: Vida Timbers at 540-635-4053.

Saturday, July 20 Breakfast: Amissville United Methodist Men will serve breakfast from 8 to 10 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall of the church, 14760 Lee Highway, Amissville. Donations are accepted, and all proceeds are used in service to others. For questions, call Reg at 540-987-9001.

Sunday, July 21 Homecoming: Mount Olive Baptist Church, Rectortown, will celebrate its annual Homecoming. The Rev. Rickey Jasper will deliver the morning message with worship service starting at 10:45 a.m. Lunch will be served

from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Elder Lindsey Green, pastor of Mount Morris Baptist Church, Hume, will be the speaker for 3 p.m. service. He will be accompanied by his choir and church family. Mount Olive is at 2932 Atoka Road, Rectortown (for GPS, use Marshall). For more information, call the church office at 540-364-2380 or follow the church on Facebook at www. facebook.com/mobcrectortown.

Ongoing…  Food pantry: The Beulah Baptist Church Food Pantry, at Beulah Baptist Church, 3124 Beulah Road, Markham, is open Thursdays, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, contact the church at 540-364-2626 or Cecelia Williams at 540-364-2428. Single Moms Support Group meets every second and fourth Tuesday, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., 341 Church St., Warrenton. If you are divorced, in the midst of a divorce or separation, navigating the difficult road of single parenting for the first time or have lived it for years and need support, visit the Single Moms Support Group. Meets at the Warrenton United Methodist Church for understanding, support and connections. Free childcare is provided. All welcome. Contact: 540-3471367.

Tribute planned for Doc Snyder VERDUN, from page 23 ultimately to the “one.” “In this life you are either a giver or a taker,” said Doc, “It’s a value system, that’s the game. “The more you give, the more that becomes part of you, and that’s what makes things work together … you can’t be isolated … you have to work toward the oneness.” Doc passed the reins of direct control of Verdun to Executive Director Honore Hastings several years ago. Verdun is bustling with full-time staff. Programs continue to evolve all focused on helping youth and adults grow. Doc remains a constant player. We talked for more than an hour and I took notes, wondering how I would be able to capture all that we discussed in a several hundred-word piece. As we neared the end, he seemed to sum it all up in a simple yet profound observation. “There’s an acorn … it can be food for a squirrel, or it can be called to be an oak tree,” he said smiling, “What’s my job now? … I’m the producer … there’s still so much to tell the world.” On July 20, at Verdun Adventure Bound, family and friends will pay tribute to this very special man and his legacy of professionalism and service. I think of Doc as doctor of the community. An encounter with him always has you coming away inspired, feeling stronger and smiling. A reception will start at 5:30 p.m. followed by a free concert at 7 p.m. sponsored by the Blue Ridge Orthopedic and Spine Surgery Center. I hope to see you there. Reach Anita Sherman at asherman@fauquier.com

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Wednesday, July 17 Summer revival: First Springs Baptist Church will hold its Summer Revival Wednesday, July 17, through Friday, July 19, at 7:30 p.m. each night. Featured will be guest revivalist the Rev. James E. Victor Jr., pastor of Mount Olive Baptist Church, Arlington. Guest choirs include the First Baptist Church of Warrenton, Mount Nebo Baptist Church of Marshall and Oak Shade Baptist Church of Catlett. First Springs Baptist Church will also hold its Homecoming Celebration on Sunday, July 21. Morning services will be led by Pastor Errol Siders at 11 a.m. Lunch will the follow morning services. Afternoon services will be at 3 p.m. with guests the Rev. Eugene Johnson and the congregation of Mount

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Throughout human history, funerals have been regarded as providing the living with opportunities to help the dead make their transition to the next world. Currently, funerals are seen as important occasions that help the living cope with death by creating a common bond between the mourners. Bolstered by the emotional support of concerned family members and friends, grieving survivors are able to confront the reality of death with an immediacy that helps them find acceptance. There is an old proverb which suggests that “six feet of earth make all men one size.” As harsh as it may sound, this statement underscores the importance of realistically addressing an event which eventually befalls us all. Funerals help us meet this emotional challenge. The funeral is an experience of value and when properly planned can provide lasting satisfaction and comfort to the survivors. Our funeral service family can assist you in planning and coordinating all of the details and will explain all of the available options. To learn more about our funeral services, please call MOSER FUNERAL HOME at (540) 347-3431. Please stop by our tastefully appointed facility at 233 Broadview Ave., Warrenton, and be sure to ask about our BRIGHT VIEW CEMETERY, located just outside of Warrenton. “Funerals, I had decided, are for the living.” John Green, The Fault in Our Stars

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Stay safe in the summer heat Hot summer days are here! New Baltimore Fire and Rescue reminds us to be alert for heat injuries or stress. Monitor children, the elderly and your pets. Make sure you take breaks while outside and keep hydrated. Please do not leave children or pets in cars, even in the shade. If you see someone in distress, including pets, call 540-347-3300. The Virginia Department of Transportation project has started. VDOT has put four-way stop signs at the intersection of Kennedy Road and Brookside/Vint Hill Parkway. For questions, call Lou Hatter at 540-829-7500 or email Lou.hatter@ vdot.virginia.gov. The Sheriff’s Office wants to remind everyone to follow the “#9PMROUTINE.” It’s a 9 p.m. routine to remind yourself to make sure vehicles and homes are locked. Lock it. Hide it. Keep it. There is a new Bike Unit on patrol in the sheriff’s office. The unit will patrol the bike and walking paths throughout subdivisions, county parks, and will attend events. Another great way to keep us safe! The Cold War Museum is hosting, on July 14 at 2 p.m. at Old Bust Head Brewery, a presentation by former Air Force Attache Bruce

VEE KREITZ NEW BALTIMORE BROAD RUN 540-347-5140 veescolumn@aol.com Slawter, who is an expert on the Soviet military. Lecture tickets include a tour of the museum. Call 540-3412008 for more information. Northside29 Restaurant is having a car show on July 11 at 5 p.m. with live music, prizes, T-shirts, free chips and salsa, and specials. Pearmund Cellars is hosting a Viognier Vertical Tasting in the vineyard on July 13. Delaplane performs live on stage at Old Bust Head Brewery on July 13 at 6:30 p.m. Fauquier Community Theatre audition workshops start July 20 at 9 a.m. For information, call 540349-8760. The Fauquier County Fair was canceled, but there will be an Agricultural Exposition July 11 to 13 at the Fauquier County Fairgrounds. There will be exhibits, livestock shows and animal demonstrations. This is a free event. For information, call 540-341-7950. Stay cool and have fun!

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Fauquier Ag Expo to be held July 11 to 13 I hope everyone enjoyed the holiday. It sure was a hot one! After many months of preparation, the Fauquier Ag Expo will be held this week (July 11 to 13) at the Fauquier Fairgrounds. The Expo will include dairy, beef, rabbit, goat and sheep shows and an exhibit hall with home-grown produce. This event will be free and open to the public. For more details, contact Ms. Bullard at 540-341-7950, ext. 5, or visit fauquieragexpo.org. The Sumerduck Ruritan Club will be having a Pickin’ Party this Friday, July 12. The doors open at 5 p.m. and dinner will be served from 6 to 8:30 p.m. (for a free-will donation). Live bluegrass music will be played from 7 to 10 p.m. Come on out for a good time! The Ruritans will be selling box dinners on July 16. Pre-orders will be taken until July 13. The dinners have been selling out, so be sure to pre-order! Call 540-445-1714 or email SumerduckRuritan@gmail. com to order or visit the Sumerduck Ruritan Club Facebook page. The box dinners are always delicious! The Wild West is coming to Fauquier County on July 20. This is one tall tale that you don’t want to

Deadline for Ag Expo building exhibit entries today Today, Wednesday, July 10, from 3 to 8 p.m. is your last chance to get your building exhibit entries in for the Agricultural Expo at the Fauquier Fairgrounds. The Expo will be held Thursday, July 11, to Saturday, July 13. For more information on the Ag Expo, visit www.fauquieragexpo.org. The Catlett Day Committee plans to meet on Monday, July 15, at 7 p.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church, 9280 Old Dumfries, Catlett. Everyone is invited to attend. I have more information to share on the table rental for Catlett Volunteer Fire and Rescue Flea Market scheduled for July 20, at the Cedar Run Building, 3558 Catlett Road, from 8 a.m. to noon. Spaces outside are $10; bring your own table. Spaces inside are $15 for one table

PAM VAN SCOY GOLDVEIN 540-379-2026 pamvs2000@yahoo.com miss! Calamity Improv will be performing at the John Barton Payne Building at 1 p.m. This program is for rising sixth-graders and up and registration is required. Verdun Adventure Bound is hosting a “Country Strong” concert on July 27. This concert will feature Austin Boggs and Sarah Jonas and begins at 7 p.m. More information can be found at verdunadventurebound.org. Mark your calendars for the following upcoming events: The Sumerduck Ruritan Fifth Annual Bluegrass and Gospel Festival is coming up on Aug. 21. The festival will be held inside the Remington Lions Club from noon to 6 p.m. The Goldvein Jubilee is also coming up on Sept. 21. More volunteers are needed to make this event a success. Please call Todd at Monroe Park if you would like to help. Have a wonderful week!

AMANDA ARMSTRONG WOODWARD CALVERTON CATLETT CASANOVA 540-295-4925 woodwardamanda1@aol.com and $25 for two tables. Tables are provided for inside rentals. Contact Donna at 540-522-9116 or email Brigitte at blm5505@gmail.com to reserve your spot. Trinity United Methodist Church will be having a spaghetti dinner on Saturday, July 20, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. A free-will offering will be collected and used for church mission projects. Try to stay cool on these hot summer days and let me know what is happening in your neighborhood!

We are pledged to the letter and spirit of Virginia’s policy for the achievement of equal housing opportunity throughout the Commonwealth. We encourage and support advertising and marketing programs in which there are no barriers to obtaining housing because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, age, familial status, or national origin. All real estate advertised herein is subject to the Virginia and federal fair housing laws, which make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation, or discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, or elderliness, or intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination.” This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. For more information or to file a housing complaint, call the Virginia Fair Housing office at 804-367-8530 or toll-free at 888-551-3247. For the hearing impaired, call 804-367-9753. EMAIL: fairhousing@dpor.virginia.gov WEBSITE: dpor.virginia.gov/fairhousing

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New restaurant opens on Main Street Ellie’s Place is a new eatery which has just opened at 70 Main St., formerly the downstairs Hidden Julles location. If the wonderful smells emitting from the new restaurant are any indication of the wonderful food inside, it should be an eating priority on your list. And if the sampling of freshly baked cookies I had before the restaurant’s opening is typical of its fare, Ellie’s Place will be a welcome addition to Old Town. The Warrenton central library (11 Winchester St.) is offering a class, STEAM for Tweens: Snap and Paper Circuits, on Thursday, July 11, from 2 to 3 p.m. Open to children ages 9 to 12, participants will complete a snap circuit to run a fan; light a bulb; or sound a horn. Applying engineering principles, youth can learn to create a paper circuit card that lights up. Registration is required. Call 540-422-8500, ext. 6864. As pickleball is an ever-growing popular game to play, the Town of Warrenton Parks and

American Legion Post 247 announces upcoming events The local Remington American Legion Post 247 will host another food auction on Sunday, July 14, at its center at 11420 James Madison Highway. This food auction will start at 2 p.m. and doors open at 1 p.m. Be sure to bring a container/ cooler. American Legion Post 247 will also provide popcorn and ice cones at the next Remington Movie Night on Saturday, July 20, at its location across from the Remington United Methodist Church. This outdoor movie will be “Journey to the Center of the Earth” and is sponsored by the Remington Garden Club. The Remington Fire and Rescue Station will sponsor a dinner drive-thru of barbecue chicken and trimmings on Sunday, July 14, from noon to 4 p.m. for $10 per serving. The Remington Select DMV will be in Remington Town Hall on Tuesday, July 16, to provide all

ALICE FELTS WARRENTON 540-349-0037 warrenton.news@gmail.com Recreation is responding to the increasing demand for courts. Word is out that on July 18, a new pickleball court will open at Academy Hill Park. For those who are not familiar with the sport, pickleball is a combination of tennis, badminton and table tennis that appeals to a wide variety of participants. Who wants to be a millionaire? Well, the staff at the Warrenton central library (11 Winchester St.) figures that a lot of folks do. So, a program for teens in sixth grade and up will teach the ins and outs of financial literacy. The session, on Tuesday, July 16, from 4 to 5 p.m., requires registration by calling 540422-8500, ext. 6864. The Friends of the Library will

JOE KORPSAK REMINGTON BEALETON OPAL 540-497-1413 joe.korpsak@yahoo.com vehicle transactions except driver’s testing and vital records. There will be “Veterans Employer Certification Training” at Lord Fairfax Community College, 6480 College St., Warrenton (near Opal) on Wednesday, July 17 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. This training is for employers and small businesses who want to hire veterans. The free event will teach why hiring veterans is good for businesses and provide information for firms that wish to be considered for up to $10,000 in V3 grants. Refreshments and lunch will be provided. For more information, visit www.lfccworkforce.com and search for “veterans.”

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be sponsoring the next free Mystery Book Club (John Barton Payne Building, 2 Courthouse Square) on Thursday, July 18, from noon to 1 p.m. The book to be discussed is “Wolf Lake,” by John Verdon. New members are welcome, and no registration is required. For little folks, ages 3 to 6, and their caregivers, the Clifton Institute will present a special Piedmont Pollywogs story time on Thursday,

Plans underway for OVFRD ribbon-cutting, open house Hot! Hot! Summer is here in full swing; all of our household is taking full advantage of the air conditioning and cool floors. Everyone is drinking plenty of water and we urge you to do the same. Plans for the Orlean Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department’s open house and ribbon-cutting ceremony on Saturday, July 20, from 1 to 4 p.m. are in full “preparation mode.” Everyone is invited to see our beautiful new station and the services that are offered. Volunteers are always needed to take the required fire and emergency medical training; also needed are support members who tend to many of the housekeeping tasks (i.e. book work, fundraising, etc.). We are sorry to report the passing of our neighbor, Helen Riley, who made her home on Bear’s Den

July 18, from 4 to 5 p.m. at the Warrenton central library (11 Winchester St.). Young listeners will learn about our environment and how to be kind to our planet! For those interested in getting a bit more exercise, the Town of Warrenton Parks and Recreation is offering kickboxing on Friday, July 19, from 9 to 10 a.m. at Rady Park. The free class will be taught by a WARF instructor.

ANNE DAVIS MARKHAM HUME ORLEAN 540-364-1828 hlfmhouse@aol.com Road. Helen loved her little home with the birds and especially her spoiled dog and the many cats she took in. Those little critters really had it made. She and your writer shared many “quilting discussions” about patterns, fabrics and sewing methods. She was especially grateful for the attention she received from her neighbors, the Casterline family, and Donnie Wilson who helped her in the yard. Funeral services were held on Friday, July 5, at the Culpeper National Cemetery. Keep that news coming, please. I can’t make it up.

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Learn to grow unusual vegetables at Master Gardener program Hope everyone enjoyed a festive and safe Fourth of July weekend! The Plains community would like to welcome home Leigh Somerville, who has returned to live with her mother, Mrs. James Turner Rutledge, in Kinloch Cottage on Main Street in The Plains. Leigh attended elementary school in The Plains, seventh grade in Marshall and graduated from FHS in 1970. Looking forward to seeing her around town. Ladies, bring a friend and join the Christian Women’s Connection for a “Show Your Colors” Brunch featuring Kasey Keckley, Color Street senior director, from Linden. Enjoy some music by the Rev. Randy West and members of the Orlean Baptist Church Choir performing “The Common Man” and a patriotic medley. Then listen to Irene Pace of Middletown, Delaware, presenting “Come Rain or Shine, It’s a Wonderful Life!” The program is Thursday, July 11, at 9:30 a.m. and the cost is $10 inclusive. For reservations/free child care, call Carol at 540-2724616. The meeting is at 91 Main St., in the fellowship hall of Warrenton Presbyterian Church. (Use the North Fifth Street entrance, through the glass doors.) The Virginia Cooperative Extension and the Master Gardeners of Fauquier and Rappahannock

BRENDA PAYNE MARSHALL THE PLAINS 540-270-1795 marshallvanews@gmail.com counties are offering a presentation called “Growing Vegetables - Thinking Outside the Box” on Tuesday, July 16, at 6 p.m. at Marshall Schoolhouse #18 Demonstration Gardens, 7592 John Marshall Highway, Marshall (next to the Recycle Center). Interested in growing out-of-the-

ordinary vegetables? Master Gardener Diane King and Extension Agents Becky Gartner and Tim Ohlwiler will take you through this season’s journey of thinking outside the box. They will discuss their experience of growing these unusual vegetables -- from sourcing of seeds, horticultural practices, pests and harvesting as well as and will provide some ideas for cooking, with samples to taste. The program is free and open to the public and will be held rain or shine. It will last 60 to 90 minutes. It is recommended to register and arrive early. This program will be held outdoors, and some seats will be provided, but attendees may choose to bring their own lawn chairs. Parking is limited.

Additional parking is available at the Northern Fauquier Community Park or along Whiting Road. Please do not park along Route 55. To RSVP or for additional information, please contact the Master Gardener Help Desk at 540-341-7950, ext. 1, or helpdesk@ fc-mg.org. Happy birthday to: Karen Early Smallwood, Judy Beavers, Bill Springer, Jeff Baker, Pam Leake and Jimmy Owens on July 11; Patricia Anne Warren and Lynne Bridges on July 12; Ben Donohue, Jean Moore, Dotty Swain and Shirley Beall on July 13; Estelle Beach and Willow Davidson on July 14; and Todd Payne on July 16. I hope everyone has a great week!

Balancing bear Linda Jolley and her husband spotted a bear cub at the crest of the hill near their home in Hume. “We knew mama was around, so we turned after passing and sure enough, she was climbing over the fence toward our car. Of course, she climbed back up on that fence as her cubs were following close behind. She turned with perfect balance on those rails with one eye upon us and the other on her cubs,” said Jolley adding, “Hubby snapped this photo before we drove away and left her upon her journey to the river on this hot day in Hume.” PHOTO COURTESY OF LINDA JOLLEY

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PROPERTY TRANSFERS

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These property transfers, filed June 28-July 2, 2019 were provided by the Clerk of the Court in Fauquier County. (Please note that to conserve space, only the first person named as the grantor or grantee is listed. The kind of instrument is a deed unless stated otherwise.) Top dollar deal: $2,480,000 in Scott District

Cedar Run District Thomas A. Carson to Jeffrey A. Carson, 7460 Marlow Court, Warrenton. $383,000

Mark D. Matheny to Michael S. Bryant, 5 acres at 13610 Blackwell’s Mill Road, nr. Goldvein. $369,900

Donald H. Johnson to Thomas R. Thompson, 1 acre at 8216 Greenwich Road, Catlett. $375,000

James E. Gibson to David R. Colton, 50.2715 acres & RW from Rt. 616. $350,000

Thomas Schottler to RCH LLC, 56.1047 acres on Route 612. $243,000

Rockwood Homes Inc. to Adam Lieneau, 8.5846 acres at 10696 Weaversville Road, Bealeton. $520,735

Ryan C. Curry to Abraham M. Agee, 1.9254 acres at 5826 Ridgecrest Avenue, Warrenton. $625,000 Donald R. Sauer to Dustin J. Tennis, 1.8569 acres at 2391 Carriage Ford Road, nr. Catlett. $430,000 Joshua M. Flint to Jared K. Griffith, 1.0379 acres at 2163 Cromwell Road, nr. Catlett. $335,000 Board of Supervisors of Fauquier County, Virginia to Suzanne Miller, 22.828 acres nr. Midland. $75,000 Sterling Valley LLC to Trigon Homes LLC, 2.1416 acres & easement on Elmore’s Lane, nr. Warrenton. $165,000

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Michael Sundino Bryant to John McHargue, 6652 East Forbes Place, Bealeton. $320,000

Mystic Point LLC to Cathi L. Reed, 6185 Willow Place, Bealeton. $182,500 Samuel J. Aubrey to Federal Nat’l. Mortgage Assn., 0.2644 acre at 11208 Meadfield Drive, Bealeton. $280,210.67 Allen Douglas Smith to Angelo D. Logan, 7.9900 acres at 14090 Marsh Road, Bealeton. $159,900 Onika Rosado to Michael Wantuck, 7010 Tiffany Court, Bealeton. $450,000 Center District

Shelia Monette Glascock to Kimberly Kay May, 1.8340 acres at 7117 Catlett Road, Bealeton. $365,000

Colleen A. Cacy Tr. to MCCB Properties LLC, Lots PT-15 and PT-16 at 318 Broadview Avenue, Warrenton. $950,000

John S. Whealton to Luis Alberto Olivares, 10808 Lord Chancellor Lane, Bealeton. $410,000

U.S. Bank N.A. Tr. to Raman Holmes LLC, 753 Cherry Tree Lane, Warrenton. $219,450

Meixue Tan to Carlos Alberto Romero, 10931 Southcoate Village Drive, Bealeton. $435,000

Fauquier Lakes Limited Partnership to NVR Inc., Lot 63, Phase 11-C and 105, Phase 11D, Brookside, nr. Warrenton. $475,912

James L. Westhafer to John Kenny Jr., 6746 Willowbrook Drive, Bealeton. $240,000

Ronald W. Mason to Pamela P. Christensen, 1.3942 acres at 6763 Lake Drive, nr.

Scott District

Warrenton. $505,000 Susan Hartmann Scully to Jill L. Davis, 56.030 acres 2055 Hatcher’s Mill Road, Marshall. $2,480,000 Mark Jones to Yonathan M. Teklegiorgis, 9209 Harbor Court, Warrenton. $500,000 Christopher D. Brogdon to Glynda W. Eaton, 2 acres at 6155 Camrose Lane, Broad Run. $470,000 Marshall District Deborah E. Wyne to Andrew Z. Walters, 4065 Roberts Circle, Marshall. $399,000 Bermuda LLC to John S. Wright, 8383 West Main Street, Marshall. $270,000 Brandon J. Williams to Frank L. Vara, 0.8018 acre at 11488 Farm House Road, Markham. $319,000 Renate Shields to Hillary L. Dussia, 8135 Belmont Court, Marshall. $500,000 Federal Nat’l. Mortgage Assn. to Howard J. Batt, 1.0012 acre at 12083 Summers Lane, nr. Hume. $284,900

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OBITUARIES Garry A. Sutphin Garry A. Sutphin, 55 of The Plains passed away Sunday July 7, 2019 at Novant Prince William Hospital. Garry, known as “Scoop” by his co-workers, worked as a heavy equipment operator for the William A. Hazel Construction Company for over 25 years. He was an avid musician who loved playing drums and drinking coffee. Garry was preceded in death by his parents, Aldrich H. and Eleanor L. Sutphin. He is survived by his three children; Mik A. Sutphin of Warrenton, Jake L. and his wife Laura Sutphin of Upperville and Alexis (Lexi) Paige Sutphin of The Plains; one sister, three brothers and three grandchildren. A celebration of life will be held starting at 12 noon Saturday July 13, 2019 at the John Barton Payne Building, 2 Courthouse Square, Warrenton, VA 20186. Online condolences may be expressed to Garry’s family at moserfuneralhome.com

John Michael Bland (Sr.) John Michael Bland (Sr.), formerly of Manteo, North Carolina, passed away at home in Gainesville, Virginia, at the age of 71. He died peacefully on Saturday, June 29, 2019, with his family by his side after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Maryann Sapone Bland, and his children, John Michael Bland, Jr. (Whitney) and Kenneth Bland (Nicole); grandchildren, Dalton Bland, Eleanor (Ellie) Bland, Margaret (Maggie) Bland, and Abigail (Abbey) Bland. He is also survived by his brother William Alan Bland (Jean) of Darlington, South Carolina, his aunt, Thelma Self of Lamar, South Carolina, as well as several cousins, nieces, and nephews. He cared especially for his closest cousins in South Carolina, Betty Watford, Barbara Smith, and George Bland, and his good friend of 39 years, Nick Spallino, formerly of Manteo, North Carolina, now residing in Glen Allen, Virginia. Mike was born on September 30, 1947, in Darlington, South Carolina to William (Bill) and Mildred Bland, who preceded him in death. After graduating from St. Johns High School, where he played football, he enlisted in the U. S. Coast Guard in 1967 serving initially at Oregon Inlet Coast Guard Station in the Outer Banks, North Carolina. He met and married his beloved wife Maryann that first year in the Outer Banks. During his time in the Coast Guard, he was also stationed at Group Cape Hatteras in Buxton, North Carolina, aboard the CGC Chokeberry at Hatteras Inlet. He was honorably discharged July 21, 1970. After leaving the military, Mike and Maryann eventually decided to make the Outer Banks their home, living in Manteo. Mike had a long career with Dare County Public Works, retiring in 2009. In September 2016, they relocated to Northern Virginia to be closer to their children and grandchildren, moving in with Kenny and his family in Gainesville, Virginia. Mike loved his family and many friends, especially fishing with his buddies on the Outer Banks. After moving to Virginia, he would call his friends to hear their fishing stories. He even managed to find a few good fishing holes “up North.” Mike and Maryann are members of Gainesville Presbyterian Church, having transferred their membership from Roanoke Island Presbyterian Church in Manteo, where they worshipped for many years. He loved and was well loved by his new church family, who welcomed them with open arms and tender hearts. Pastor Jack Lash, his wife Mary Ann, all the elders, and the entire church family have been very supportive, especially in recent months. His doggies Terry and Rocky were devoted to Mike and he loved to spoil them. He enjoyed keeping up with current events and the latest movies. You could usually find him relaxing on the patio with the dogs, enjoying the view of Bull Run Mountain. The family will have two celebrations of Mike’s life. The first will be at Gainesville Presbyterian Church on Saturday, July 20, 2019, at 11:00AM in Gainesville, Virginia. The church is located at 16127 Lee Hwy, Gainesville, Virginia 20155. Directions to the family home will be provided at the church for a reception following the service. Additionally, the family will welcome friends and family to join them in the Outer Banks on Tuesday, August 20, 2019. The time and location will be shared at a later date. Mike will be laid to rest at Stonewall Memory Gardens at a later date. Any flowers people wish to send should be delivered by Friday, July 19, 2019, to the Blands’ home in Gainesville, Virginia. They will be transported to the church prior to the service.

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Thelma Lee Stewart, 77, of Baltimore, MD, formerly of Fauquier County, VA, passed July 4, 2019. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, July 13, 2019, 11:00 am, at Mt. Olive Baptist Church, 2932 Atoka Road, Rectortown, Virginia, 20140. Online condolences can be given at www.joynesfuneralhome.com

Andre Maurice Grace, 46, of Manassas, Virginia, passed July 4, 2019. Funeral services will be held on Friday, July 12, 2019, 11 am, at Faith Christian Church, 6472 Duhollow Road, Warrenton, Virginia, 20187. Online condolences can be given at www.joynesfuneralhome.com

Jesse C. “Jess” Gingras Jesse C. “Jess” Gingras, 41, residing in Linden, Virginia, departed this life on June 8, 2019 in the presence of family and friends, after battling cancer since 2015. He is truly a Super Hero! He is missed far more than words could ever express. Jess was born January 20, 1978 in Fairfax, Virginia, the son of Kenneth G. and Nynna R. Gingras. He was predeceased by his father, Kenneth Gingras and is survived by his mother, Nynna Gingras, brother, Jason Gingras, sister-in-law, Sherry Maramag-Gingras, nephew, Elijah Gingras, Aunt Cathy Gingras, Uncle George Gingras, Aunt Marilyn Gingras, Uncle Scott Thomas, cousins Mallory McLaughlin, Julie Thomas, Nathan Gingras and Eric Thomas and his adopted sister, Gabby Koster. Jess’ great loves were his family and friends. He was an extraordinarily creative and humorous individual who loved telling jokes and was good at it. He was in the midst of writing his own comic book when he was taken from us. Jess participated in two clinical trials at the National Institute of Health. He knew from the beginning that the trials probably wouldn’t be of any help to him. He did the trials in the hope that they would help others! He was the kindest, most caring person I’ve ever had the privilege to know and love and he was my son. Those who knew him loved him. A service celebrating his life is being planned. Please e-mail glasjnke@ comcast.net if you would like to attend. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in his name to St. Jude’s, Shriner’s Hospital and/or the American Cancer Society.

Peter J. Likus Peter J. Likus, 54, of Marshall, VA passed away on June 21, 2019 at the Fauquier Hospital in Warrenton, VA. He was born in Evanston, IL on February 26, 1965 to the late Peter A. and Marie Theresa Lambrecht Likus. Peter lived a life of travel and adventure with his husband, making homes and sharing beautiful journeys together from Jackson Hole, WY and San Francisco, CA to Fort Lauderdale and Sarasota, FL, and several places in between. His final life adventure in the Blue Ridge Mountains and Shenandoah Valley was a source of great satisfaction as he felt such peace living in this beautiful landscape; the community and good friends he made here became an important part of his life. He was awestruck by the mountain vistas and the historic byways of Virginia and Pennsylvania and loved introducing them to his family and friends on scenic drives. Peter’s passion for nature and our national parks began in Yellowstone National Park where he worked after graduating college. The seeds of adventure were planted there, which started him on a lifetime of outdoor activities, including skiing, hiking, and whitewater rafting. Peter took great pride in the beautiful homes he found and decorated for himself and his husband throughout their lives together. Peter had an eye for architecture and style and a talent for creating the perfect space for his family’s comfort. He loved to cook and entertain, repeatedly dazzling guests with his culinary skills. Whether making Christmas dinner for twenty or French toast for two on Sunday mornings, he was as at ease in his kitchen as he was kayaking the Shenandoah River. Peter was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his husband, David F. Lannoye of Marshall, VA; a sister, Kathleen Ann (Robert) Hammerstone; nieces, Alia Theresa (Matt) Bluemlein, Zoe Ann Hammerstone, Haley Rae Hammerstone and a nephew, Nathan Hammerstone, all of Crystal Lake, IL; two aunts, Mary Ann Stephen and Elizabeth Carlson and numerous cousins. Peter will be celebrated with toasts to a life well-lived around a bonfire with family and friends from around the country at his 7-acre home in Marshall, VA on Saturday, July 13. Starting at 7 or 8 PM until the Jameson’s is gone. Please call 214-991-2497 and leave a message for the address and details. At a future date, Peter’s ashes will be spread in Yellowstone, where his adventure began.

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Amissville, huge 1BR, 1BA, furnished, private, 1000sf, 9´ ceilings, $1100/mo. utils incl. 917-747-7573 Cassanova area, pleasent furnished 2nd fl apt, on lg farm, LR, BR, den, 1BA, porch. Quiet , views. No smkg/pets. Refs & sec dep. $1000/mo 540-788-4116

Town of Warrenton ground level suite in TH, 1BR, BA, kit, W/D, FP, utils incl. $1000/ mo.917-648-1197 Vintage apt 1BR, LR, den, DR, 1BA. Overlooking historic Main St, Old Town Warrenton. $1200/mo inclds utils but elect. No smkg/pets. Refs/ sec dep 540-788-4116

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Bealeton, 3br, 2ba, 2 car garg, Sec / fire alarm, deck, No pets / smkg, $1400/mo + sec dep. 540-454-0473 Goldvein, spacious 3BR, 2BA, carport, lakeview home, lg private estate. $1750/ mo. 540-273-6835 Newly renovated, 3BR, 1BA, historic Old To w n W a r r e n t o n $1875/mo + 1 mo sec. dep. 540-349-0235

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Warrenton, 3BR, 2BA, Washer/Dryer, lovely windows in front. $1500/mo + 1/mo deposit. 540.364.1679

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Rentals — Houses New Baltimore near Vint Hill Rd, 3BR, 2.5BA, new kit & master BA, finished bsmt, lg. LR, wooded lot. With separate in-law suite w/2 full BA. Call for more info!! 540-229-9328 Rappahannock County - One bdrm one bath stone cottage $650.00 Castleton- 3bdrm, 2 bath two story with front porch and rear deck. Shed. All on 25 acres.$1600.00 Call RRER Washington, VA 540-675-3843

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1200 Sq Ft Studio Barn Apartment with Free Self-Care Horse Stall, $995. Large Barn Apartment with a Free SelfCare Horse Stall, $995. This ground level apartment includes a full kitchen, 1.5 baths, heating, A/C, W/D, a convertible office space, a large combination living room/tack room and shared WiFi Internet access. Gas and electricity are NOT included in the rent. The free 12 X 24 bare stall opens to a run with access to lush board-fenced pasture. (Up to two additional self care stalls are available for $125 a month, each.) The barn facilities include hot and cold running water, automatic fly spraying system, large barn fans, hay storage and more. An extra large riding ring and ample parking for both your POV and horse trailer are available on the property. Applicants MUST have one or more horses and be committed to their care, feeding and stall maintenance. Live with your horse in a bucolic setting within commuting distance to Culpeper, Winchester, Warrenton, Middleburg, The Plains, Manassas, Dulles, Reston, Tysons Corner, Fairfax, Arlington, and Washington, DC. (540)364-2350

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Main St., Remington. Great visibility, renovated. 980 sq. ft., $995/mo + utils. 703 201-6151

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Farm Equipment

John Deere 4400 HST tractor w/420 loader, 4WD, 35-HP diesel engine. (PTO approx: 28.5 hp). Approx 726 hours on unit. AG tires. $15,500 OBO https:// bit.ly/2CyEso7 John Deere x739 lawn tractor, ONLY 46 Hours, hydraulic equip adaptable, 4 whl drive, 4 whl stearing, 60“ cutting d e c k . $ 1 1 K . 540-905-5975

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Furniture/ Appliances

Broyhill Early Am DR Set,tbl, 6 Chairs, China Cab. All in very good condition. $500 for all. Email to sadexter@ me.com No deliveries. Cabinet - pine with slide out cutting board. Shelves inside below. $30 or make offer. Call 540-533-9040. Contemporary Sofa 250.00 540 937-4513 Dining Room table with leaf , 6 Chairs and Hutch that lights up 350.00 540 937-4513 Glass Top Kitchen table with 4 chairs 200.00 540 937-4513 Metal Lawn Chairs 6 @ 10.00 each 540 937-4513 Oak Curio Cabinet, excel cond, glass shelves. $200. Email to sadexter@me.com No deliveries. White Wicker Rocking Chair 150.00 540 937-4513 White Wicker Rocking Chair 125.00 540 937-4513

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ALL WE ASK IS THAT YOU LEAVE YOUR SPOT THE WAY YOU FIND IT ALSO STOP IN THE STORE AND GRAB A COLD DRINK OR SOMETHING TO EAT HUGE! Marshall, 4344 Hill Crest Ln, (faces Crest Hill Rd) 7/12 & 13, 9a-3p, No Early Birds. too much too list.

I n d o o r Ya r d Sale! Sell, Browse, Shop, Get a Bite to Eat! Spaces Available, Too! 39 Alexandria Pike Warrenton Saturday, July 13th. From 8:30 to 12:30 For more information, please call 540-347-5467. Spaces are only $10! The Plains, 7/13, 7a-2p, pwr tools, lg rolling Tool box w/ tools, new presssure washer, new generator (3500), 2 ladders, shop vac, New John Deere x739 (46 hrs) $11,000. gardening tools & misc. 7277 Bunkerhill Rd., 20198 Warrenton, 7201 Homestead Ct, 7/13, 8a-? Decorative garden & home items, hunting items, tools, HH, more

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45 RPM record collection, orginial 50´s/ 60´s. Approx 3000. Va r i o u s p r i c e s . 571-344-4300 45 RPM records (lots of 50) 0.50-$1.00 ea, comics $2+ ea, beanies $2+ ea, pez $1+ ea, 571-344-4300 Beatles memorbiliapicture, black & white (60´s), albums, 45´s & magazines.571-3444300 Elvis memorabilia, Yankee memorabilia, Celtics Merch, Hot Wheels/Matchbox cars 571-344-4300 Frank Sinatra, JFK, MIchael Jackson, Redskins, & sports books & mags. Michael Jordon mini chanpionship basketballs + magazines. 571-344-4300 Olympic merch $2+ ea, Sports cards $3+, playing cards $3+ ea, Disney Merch $3+ ea, 571-344-4300 Record albums $5+ ea, Sports Illustrated mags incld swimsuit $5+ ea, Old books $7+ ea, Snoppy merch $1+ ea, 571-344-4300

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Musical Instruments

P-35 Roland Digital Piano. New, barely used digital piano with bench and sheet mus i c . $ 7 0 0 , 571-455-3272

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ABLE PET GROOMING 540-341-7888 FREE Pit Bull blue brindle spay female to good home only. Excellent w/kids & family. 412-953-5503

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Lawn/Garden Equipment

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Sales — Lots & Acreage

BUILDING LOT

5+ Acres, 2 lots, or build on one only, Rogues Road, not far from Rt 28 and Metro train, driveway in, approved per site has expired, very pretty property, reduced to $199,900,

Contact Charlie Ebbets Long and Foster 540-229-7808

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

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GO WITH THE BEST!!! Brian´s Tree Service. LICENSED, INSURED, FREE ESTIMATES. Tree removal, trimming, deadwooding, stump removal, lot clearing. Senior discounts 540-937-4742 or 540-222-5606 G R AV E L : A L L PROJECTS. Topsoil; fill dirt; mulch. No job too small.540-8254150; 540-219-7200 GUTTERS, FREE ESTIMATES.Jack´s Seamless Gutters. 703-339-6676 or 540-373-6644. We keep our minds in the gutter. JBS Excavation & Clearing, Free estimates, tree removal, horse arena, d r i v e w a y s & landscaping. No job too big or too small. 703-582-0439 JENKINS EXCAVATING & LOGGING. Free Estimates, Class A Contractor, Commercial, Residential. Demolition, land clearing, site prep, roads, drives. 540-661-0116

N U T T E R S PA I N T I N G & SERVICES Call Erik, 540-522-3289 S e a l C o a t i n g Driveways. Call for our seasonal special. CBS Sealcoating. Why pave it?? Just S a v e I t ! ! 540-775-9228

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Home Healthcare

CAREGIVER

Private duty for Elderly w/ disabilities Their home & all daily needs. ● Run errands ● Personal care ● Light Housekeeping ● Cooking Excellent refs. Live in or Out. Call Naana 630-200-9592

Private Care CNA Available 20 + years Experience with Excel Refs! Night Time Tours only, Transitional Assistance, No Lifting. Email: gyhashley@ gmail.com

PRIVATE ELDER CARE for special person, gracious home on 8 acres. Family history of excellent care. 540-341-3410

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Home Improvement

Affordable Roofing with Terry´s Handyman Services, LLC. Licensed & Insured. Commercial & residential. Senior discounts. 540-937-7476 Design/build services. New, renovations, additions for residential. Commercial renovations & tenant uplifting. Licensed & i n s u r e d . 540-428-3050 www. s o u t h s t a r construction.com Power Washing, Go from Green to Clean!!540-642-2349, 703-987-5096. Licensed & Insured! Remodels; New Homes; Windows; Painting; Garages; B a t h r o o m s ; Kitchens; Decks;. Class A. Lic & insured. GMC Enterprises of VA, LLC. 540-222-3385

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Lawn/Garden

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

Landscape des i g n a n d construction specializing in retaining walls, custom patios, walkways, stairs, driveways and more. Ground Effects Landscape Construction, Inc. 540-937-3827; 703-980-7722

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Antiques & Classics

1994 XJS Jaguar Convertible, 6 cyl, 94,064 mls, runs good, good cond, One owner, always garaged, $6,900 540-463-5777

630 Campers/RVs 2009 Nash 27’ Northwood camper. Excel cond, expandable flr, queen, awning, full kit, All the amenities. $9500 OBO Text for pictures. 540-905-1159

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Trailers

1998 Cotner 2 horse bumper pull w/ ramp. VA inspection. 5 new tires, refurbished ramp. $4,800 540-825-8815 leave message. 2017 Chevy Volt, excel cond. 26K mls. Smooth, quiet ride. $19,500, low end of the Kelly Blue Book. Amissville. 540-522-9216

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Trucks/ Pickups

´01 Toyota Tacoma Pre Runner, 4 Cyl, 140K mls, great cond, white loaded, runs great. $6950. 703-424-6322 Haymarket.

680 Vans/Buses 2003 Dodge Custom 1500 Van. 45,731 miles. Gently used. Very good cond. Aski n g $ 6 , 7 5 0 . 540-439-4005

Announcements

FOOD PANTRY EVERY THURSDAY

3124 Beulah Rd, at Beulah Baptist Church, Markham VA will have a food pantry on 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Please contact Cecelia Williams at 540.364.2428. Church number 540.364.2626. VENDORS WANTED!!

CATLETT VOL FIRE DEPARTMENT FLEA MARKET JULY 20, 2019 For table/space reservation 540-522-9116 or blm5505@gmail.com Reserve by July 15!!

Falcon Softball Camp

Mon, July 15 - Wed, July, 17 Fauquier High School Varsity Softball Field for girls grade K-8.

Camp is designed to give the best possible instruction focusing on the fundamental aspects frequently overlooked. Campers should bring their own cleats, gloves, and bats. We can provide extra if they do not have their own. Pack your own lunch, we will have a small concession stand open as well. Registration link can be found at www. fauquiersports.com, “Spring”, “Softball”, “Varsity”, click on Camps.

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LEGALS CLASSIFIEDS@FAUQUIER.COM

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATORY POLICY AS TO STUDENTS Faith Christian Fellowship School, Inc. admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs. VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF FAUQUIER COUNTY LISA RENEE MURRAY; Plaintiff, V. CL 19-247 THE HEIRS OF JANIE KENNY, a.k.a. Janie Kenney and Sarah Janie Kenny and Sarah Janie Kenney (KNOWN AND UNKNOWN HEIRS OF JANIE KENNY), ET AL. Defendants. ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of the above styled matter is to determine the interest of the heirs of Jane Kenney with reference to property known as 7412 Keith Road, Warrenton, Virginia identified as Tax Map Number 6975-67-7839-000 located in the County of Fauquier, Virginia and sell the property and disburse to all heirs their pro rata shares including credits for contributions made with reference to the subject property; And it appearing by Affidavit filed according to the law that due diligence has been used without effect to ascertain the whereabouts of the unknown and unlocateable Heirs of Janie Kenney it is ORDERED that the unknown or unlocateable Heirs Janie Kenney, (a.k.a. Janie Kenny and Sara Janie Kenney) appear on or before August 19, 2019, in the Clerk´s Office of this Court and do what is necessary to protect her interest; and it is further ORDERED that this Order be published once a week for four successive weeks in The Fauquier Times Newspaper of general circulation in the County of Fauquier County; that a copy of this Court is held and the certificate of publication and bill be sent to Donald E. Coulter, Esq. PURNELL, McKENNETT AND MENKE, P.C. 9214 Center Street, Suite 101, Manassas, VA 20110 (703-368-9196) ENTERED THIS 27th DAY OF JUNE, 2019. Jeffrey W. Parker, Judge I ASK FOR THIS: Donald E. Coulter, Esq. PURNELL, McKENNETT & MENKE, P.C. Counsel for Audrey Maxine Kenney 9214 Center St, # 101; Manassas, VA 20110 703-368-9196; Fax Number 703-361-0092 dcoulter@manassaslawyers.com; VSB# 14886

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Gills v. Ridgeway II, No. 2019-20309, Lebanon County Court of Common Pleas Lebanon County, Pennsylvania Parties: Ashley Gills, Richard Ridgeway II Nature of Action: Custody NOTICE If you wish to defend, you must enter a written appearance personally or by attorney and file your defenses or objections in writing with the court. You are warned that if you fail to do so the case may proceed without you and a judgment may be entered against you without further notice for the relief requested by the plaintiff. You may lose money or property or other rights important to you. YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR LAWYER AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A LAWYER, GO TO OR TELEPHONE THE OFFICE SET FORTH BELOW. THIS OFFICE CAN PROVIDE YOU WITH INFORMATION ABOUT HIRING A LAWYER. IF YOU CANNOT AFFORD TO HIRE A LAWYER, THIS OFFICE MAY BE ABLE TO PROVIDE YOU WITH INFORMATION ABOUT AGENCIES THAT MAY OFFER LEGAL SERVICES TO ELIGIBLE PERSONS AT A REDUCED FEE OR NO FEE. MidPenn Legal Services 513 Chestnut St; Lebanon, PA 17042 (717) 274-2834

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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE FAUQUIER COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION JULY 18, 2019 The Fauquier County Planning Commission will hold a work session beginning at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, July 18, 2019 in the Warren Green Building, First Floor Meeting Room, 10 Hotel Street, Warrenton, Virginia. The Fauquier County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the following items at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 18, 2019 in the Warren Green Building, First Floor Meeting Room, 10 Hotel Street, Warrenton, Virginia: 1.

ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT AMENDMENT – TEXT-19-010754 – A Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment to Article 2 to allow Family Subdivisions on certain parcels subject to non-common open space easements. (Amy Rogers, Staff)

SPECIAL EXCEPTION – SPEX-19-011213 – FAUQUIER COUNTY WATER & SANITATION AUTHORITY, REMLAND, LLC (OWNERS)/ROBERT N. SPRINGER/REMLAND, LLC (APPLICANT) – MEADOWS TANK #2 – An application for a Category 20 Special Exception for the installation of an aboveground water storage tank and treatment facility. The properties are located at 6986 Helm Drive, Lee District. (PIN 6887-48-9929-000 and 6887-68-2679-000) (Kara Krantz, Staff)

Staff reports for all items will be available online at agenda.fauquiercounty.gov approximately one week prior to the public hearing. Copies of the full text of the proposed Fauquier County Zoning Ordinance text amendments may be examined in the Department of Community Developmentʼs Zoning Office at 29 Ashby Street, Suite 310, Warrenton, Virginia between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. To review files on all other items, please visit the Department of Community Developmentʼs Planning Office at 10 Hotel Street, Suite 305, Warrenton, Virginia between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Fauquier County does not discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in admission or access to its programs and activities. Accommodations will be made for handicapped persons upon prior request. Citizens requiring reasonable accommodation for disabilities should contact Fran Williams, Administrative Manager, at (540) 422-8210.

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EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFIEDS@FAUQUIER.COM DRIVERS

$9/HR + TIPS!!

Apply in person: JOE & VINNIE´S PIZZA Waterloo Shop Cntr, 540-347-0022

CNA´s/PCA´s

Immediate positions for ALL shifts with local agency. HIGHLY COMPETITIVE WAGES! 540-466-1632 for phone interview Monday- Friday

SUPERIOR PAVING CORP. is looking for E.P.I.C. candidates to join our team... •Crew Foreman •Asst. Foreman •Plant Operator •Laborers •Equipment Operators •CDL Drivers •Field & Lab QA Technicians COMPETITIVE HEALTH BENEFITS, 401 (K), NIGHT DIFFERENTIAL, BONUSES, 40 HOUR WEATHER GUARANTEE*

Rankins True Value Hardware

PART TIME CASHIER & PART TIME CLERK

Flexible hours. Clerk position geared towards high school student for loadingassembly.

Apply in person: 251 W. Lee Hwy, Suite 719 Warrenton; 540-347-2499

Millimeter-Wave Engineer

Small Charlottesville company is currently accepting resumes for a Millimeter-Wave Engineer. BScEE Preferred. Job involves RF Engineering activities related to the production and testing of 100-1000GHz Transmitters and Receivers. Recent grads are encouraged to apply. Retirement and health benefits provided. EOE. Send resume as pdf to: rfengineer2@gmail.com

www.SuperiorPaving.net Flaggers Full time, to provide traffic control & safety around construction sites. A valid driver license & clean driving record a must. Starting $13/hr & scheduled raises. Company-paid medical & dental premiums.

Full Time Employment

Please fill out an application at careers.trafficplan.com or come to our office Tuesdays or Thursdays (8am-10am).7855 Progress Ct., Suite 103; Gainesville, VA

Micro Assembly Technician

ATTENTION: Great opportunity for Moms, Retirees or anyone needing a little cash!!

Newspaper Carriers

Orlean/Marshall; The Plains/Marshall; other routes available soon The Fauquier Times is currently looking for home delivery carriers in Fauquier County. Great earning potential for one day work. No collections. Requirements are a valid driver´s license, must be available all day on Wednesday, have reliable transportation, and speak good English. Carriers with previous newspaper delivery experience, and good geographical knowledge of the county preferred.

Interested applicants please call our Circulation Department at 540-347-4222 or e-mail us at nkeyser@fauquier.com or apply in person to 41 Culpeper Street, Warrenton, Virginia 20186

Full Time Employment

GENERAL ASSIGNMENT REPORTER Virginia’s top community newspaper (2018) is looking for an experienced general assignment reporter. Breaking news, public safety, agriculture, environmental issues, local politics and education are all topics that need to be covered in this largely rural -but never boring -- central Virginia county. Looking for a strong fulltime writer with a persistent news focus, to file stories for a weekly print paper and robust website. Best candidate will live or relocate to Fauquier County or nearby. Fulltime salary and benefits. Send resume and cover letter, plus at least ten news clips to: Robin Earl, managing editor, Fauquier Times – rearl@fauquier.com. Call 540-272-1852 with questions.

Small Charlottesville company is currently accepting resumes for a Micro Assembly Technician. Two years Electronics technician degree or equivalent/similar is preferred. Experience working under a microscope with microelectronics if preferred. Retirement and health benefits provided. EOE. Send resume as pdf to: electech2@gmail.com

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS

EMPLOYEMENT OPPORTUNITY FOR LANDFILL CONSTRUCTION PROJECT. In need of experienced HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS for bulldozer, track-hoe, roller. Pay varies with experience. Future projects may require travel. Call Lonnie Burgess, T&K Construction at (256) 339-8301 for telephone interview. T&K Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer

RETAIL CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE

Immediate full and part-time positions available for qualified, dependable individuals seeking an opportunity with established growing agribusiness retail operation. Must have good computer skills, excellent organizational and customer service skills. Knowledge in areas of farming, agriculture, animal care, gardening or building materials a plus. Must be able to work Saturdays. Apply in person: CFC FARM & HOME CENTER 143 Washington Street Warrenton, VA

Part Time Employment

Part Time Companion Providers

needed to work with the elderly and disabled. Duties: light housekeeping and simple meals. Hours are flexible. Starting pay $9.45/hour. Applications available at Fauquier County Social Services, 320 Hospital D r i v e , W a r r e n t o n , VA o r c a l l 540-422-8442 for application by mail.

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Nutters Painting & Services – SPECIALIZING IN – • Painting (Int&Ext) • Roofing/Repairs • Siding • Gutters • Drywall • Carpentry

• Fencing • Vinyl Trim & • Gutter Cleaning Fascia Wrap • Bathroom • Brickwork • Pressure Washing Remodeling • Deck Water Sealing • Crown Molding • Yard Maintenance • Tree Removal

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Excavation

Mowing, Lawn Maintenance, Trimming, Topping, Spraying, Removal, Stump Grinding, Mulching, Pruning, Cabling, Planting, Grading, Seeding, Power Washing, Retaining Walls, Patios, Walkways

540-987-8531 540-241-8407

Construction

Licensed & insured Free Estimates

All major credit cards accepted

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Additional Services

LADDER SAFETY

G RAVEL ALL PROJECTS

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CALL ANYTIME

Michael R. Jenkins

540-825-4150 • 540-219-7200 mbccontractingservices@yahoo.com

Driveways

Over 1,000,000 injuries from ladders occur each year.

•Excavation •Clearing/Grubbing •Ponds •Grading •Culvert Installation •Drainage Solutions •Hardscapes •Hauling

540-219-1613 Justin Johnson- President

With my invention of adjustable legs, it only takes $70 to keep your ladder straight!

Call Jim: 703-228-0335

Home Repair

Masonry

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BUSINESS SERVICE DIRECTORY Pet Services

Pond

Windows Cleaning

POTOMAC WINDOW CLEANING CO.

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WINDOW CLEANING: Inside & Outside • By Hand • Residential Specialist POWER WASHING: No Damage, Low Pressure. Soft Brushing By Hand • Removes Dirt On Brick, Concrete, Wood & Siding

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Moving/Storage

Power Washing

CHASE FLOOR WAXING SERVICE

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Plumbing

Family Owned & Operated for 30 Years | Working Owners Assures Quality & Knowledgeable Workmanship

703.356.4459 | LICENSED • BONDED & INSURED

Tile

Professional Services

T&J Ceramic Tile, Inc.

LICENSED & INSURED • FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED

Free Estimates • Installation & Repair • Residential & Commercial • New Homes or Remodel Work

Tim Mullins (540)439-0407 • Fax (540)439-8991 tandjceramictile@comcast.net www.tandjceramictile.com

Tree Service/Firewood

Pet Services

Breezy Knoll RESIDENTIAL CARE LLC

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Ofc: 540.812.4294 14274 EGGSBORNSVILLE ROAD •CULPEPER, VA 22701

Professional Services GET YOUR BONNET ON!!

Ladys’, Mens’, Children

33 Beckham St, Warrenton | 540-216-7494 The corner of Culpeper & Beckham St. | Old Town Warrenton

Power Washing Painting/Wallpaper

Roofing

Tree Service/Firewood

Roofing

Tree Service/Firewood

Painting/Wallpaper If you want a Classy Job call ... Painting & Decorating, LLC

• Home painting & carpentry repairs • 30 years of hands on experience • Small company with personal service Free Consultations & Estimates. Creative • Professional • First Class Painting Services

Call today! 540-349-1614 or 703-444-7255 Fully licensed & Insured

NORTH'S TREE SERVICE & LANDSCAPING Family Owned & Operated for Over 30 yrs. Quality Work Guaranteed CALL ABOUT - COMPLETE TREE SERVICE OUR

- ALL PHASES OF LANDSCAPING 25% OFF

- All phases of Masonry - Gravel & Grading Driveways - Fencing Honest and Dependable

SPECIALS

540-533-8092

Free Estimates • Lic/Ins • BBB Member • Angie’s List Member

CHARLES JENKINS TREE SERVICES Family Owned Since 1970

LOT CLEARING • TOPPING • TRIMMING • MULCHING EDGING • FERTILIZING • TREE REMOVAL • SPRAYING ALSO SEASONED FIREWOOD & MULCH DELIVERY FREE ESTIMATES • REASONABLE RATES

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INSURED - BONDED - LICENSED

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GAINESVILLE 8078 Crescent Park Drive #205 | 703.753.7910

WARRENTON 85 Garrett Street | 540.349.1221

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JUST LISTED

Gainesville | $322,500 Pristine, open floor plan, gourmet kitchen w/granite, stainless appliances, custom paint, convenient to shopping/dining. Call Cathy Kane | 703.868.1976

OPEN SAT 7/13 1-3pm SUN 7/14 12-2pm

12129 Majestic Pl, Culpeper | $344,900 4 BR, 3.5 BA Colonial in Three Flags of Culpeper subdivision, One year HOME WARRANTY 3950 sqft of finished space, attached 2 car garage, large deck, master suite, upgraded kitchen, granite, center island, SS appliances, Call Alex Wood | 540.222.7700

Remington | $374,900 NO HOA! 4 BR, 3.5 BA Colonial, huge kitchen, farm sink, granite, SS appliances, 2 gas fireplaces, 2 master suites, shed Call Michelle Hale | 540.222.0121

JUST LISTED COMING SOON

Culpeper | $415,000 5 BR, 3.5 BA Colonial on nestled 10 acres, fully finished basement, many upgrades, COMCAST cable, new a/c, paved driveway Call Christine Duvall | 540.270.6344

Catlett | $849,000 25 acre horse farm w/pond & 2 houses, 20 stall barn, outbuilding w/ finished interior, riding ring, several run in sheds Call Tammy Roop | 540.270.9409

Bealeton | $649,000 SPORTSMAN's Dream on 20+ acres, 2 homes, 3 large fishing pond, main brick custom home, 2 BR cottage, storage, unfinished basement Call Tammy Roop | 540.270.9409

Warrenton | $324,900 Cape-style cottage on nearly 4 private acres, new roof, siding, gutters, windows, well pump/tank, Xfinity internet Call Michelle Hale | 540.222.0121

JUST LISTED

Culpeper | $285,000 Beautiful remodeled home, new carpet, kitchen cabinets, counters, appliances, bathrooms, roof, AC unit, windows, full basement Call Brenda Rich | 540.270.1659

Bealeton | $419,900 4 BR, 3.5 BA finished basement, 2 car garage,irrigation system, patio, landscaped, fenced back yard, gas fireplace Call Brenda Rich | 540.270.1659

MarshallÂ | $449,900 Warrenton | $650,000 4 BR, 3 BA custom home for easy commute, Victorian home in the heart of town, 6 BR, 5 BA, kitchen w/dining area & bay windows, huge 5 fireplaces, 3 kitchens, hardwood floors, large master suite, lower space for inlaws or rental dining room w/custom cabinets Call Tammy Roop | 540.270.9409 Call Brenda Rich | 540.270.1659

OPEN SAT 7/13 1-3pm

Remington| $425,000 5 BR / 2,5 BA renovated home, hardwood floors, bathrooms custom marble flooring, country farm sink, SS appliances Call Christine Duvall | 540.270.6344

Rixeyville | $956,000 5 BR, 4.5 BA European-style villa on 35 private acres, Blue Ridge mtn views, custom wood doors, marble baths, gourmet kitchen Call Tammy Roop | 540.270.9409

10448 Wheatley School Rd, Marshall | $550,000 4 BR, 3.5 BA 3398 sq ft Colonial nestled on a private drive, wood floors, tall ceilings, custom molding, granite counters, large country kitchen w/island, finished lower level, walk out to patio, pergola, fire pit, deck, zip line and cool tree house, 5 acres plus trails Call Alex Wood | 540.222.7700

NEW PRICE

Marshall | $685,000 Over 5000 sq ft of living space, in law suite, detached garage, outdoor patios, stream, Geo-Thermal system! Call Tammy Roop | 540.270.9409

Bealeton | $285,000 Split foyer on cal-de-sac, fenced back yard, screened porch/deck, new paint/carpet, large driveway Call Brenda Rich | 540.270.1659

Elkwood | $629,900 10 Acres near Kellys Ford & Rappahnnock River, 4600 sq ft & 2100+ unfinished basement, detached 2 car garage w/apt and more! Call Edie Grassi | 540.878.1308

Amissvillel | $499,000 TO BE BUILT! Gorgeous lot with mountain views, 3 BR, 2.5 BA, pick your features, Builder willing to modify plan/price Call Tammy Roop | 540.270.9409

Considering a Career in Real Estate? Board the Flight to Quality!

Call Herb Lisjak, Principal Broker | 703.753.7910