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A Florida-based developer has begun the application process to build a shopping center on 17 acres at the north corner of U.S. 15/29 and Route 605 outside Warrenton. The development, dubbed the Warrenton Shopping Center, could feature a 48,000-square-foot grocery store, a gas station, a fast-food restaurant and retail shops, according to a conceptual layout submitted by the applicant. The representative for the developer, The Morgan Companies, did not return a phone call Monday inquiring about the project, and the name of the grocery store chain behind the proposal is listed as “confidential” in county planning documents. Morgan has developed at least two shopping centers in the region anchored by Publix and has worked with Publix extensively in
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School board candidate Josh Erdossy says parents deserve to be heard Bullying, COVID learning losses, equitable funding are among Erdossy’s biggest concerns
northwest and Airlie Road (Route 605) on the north. It is entirely within the Warrenton Service District, which means the development could be served by the town of Warrenton’s water and sewer systems. Dumfries Road, also designated Route 605, is located on the south side of the highway intersection.
Josh Erdossy of New Baltimore is running for public office for the first time because, he said, he wants Fauquier County Public Schools to be the best they can be for everyone’s kids, including his own four.
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Chris Granger to step down from board of supervisors By Coy Ferrell
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Supervisor Chris Granger (Center District) has served on the Fauquier County Board of Supervisors since 2012 and is currently the board’s chairman.
Fauquier County Board Supervisor Chris Granger (Center District) will resign by the end of the month after more than a decade on the county’s legislative board, he announced last week. The board’s chairman for the past 19 months, his term as supervisor expires at the end of 2023. His resignation comes as his spouse, former Warrenton Town Manager Brandie Schaeffer, was hired late last month by Amazon Web Services to a high-ranking position in the cloud computing company’s economic development division. Schaeffer
“I would support him 100% to stay on the board. It’s a loss to the community.” MARY LEIGH MCDANIEL Marshall District Supervisor
announced her resignation as town manager June 21 after more than five years with the town government. Granger and Schaeffer have been married since 2020. See GRANGER, page 10
Levi Norwood accepts plea agreement in murder case. See page 4.
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Orlean Fire Department celebrates half a century with cookbook fundraiser ‘The Red Truck Bakery Farmhouse Cookbook’ is author’s second book of recipes By Robin Earl
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Johnny Ray Kerns, chief of the Orlean Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department, reported Aug. 7 that the department still has a way to go to raise the $770,000 it needs for a new Pierce fire engine. The new truck will replace the department’s old engine, lovingly known as “The Beast.” Fire house breakfasts and drivethrough rib dinners are slowly filling the OVFRD coffers, but the fund got a boost Sunday afternoon when Brian Noyes, owner of the Red Truck Bakery, donated all the proceeds -$6,000 -- from Aug. 7 firehouse sales of his new cookbook to celebrate the fire company’s 50th anniversary. “The Red Truck Bakery Farmhouse Cookbook: Sweet and Savory Comfort Food from America’s Favorite Rural Bakery,” is Noyes’ second cookbook. The first, published in 2018, was titled “The Red Truck Bakery Cookbook.” The 130 or so folks who attended the fundraiser at the firehouse scooped up all the signed copies of the book that
were available; some walked away with more than one. Those who were late to the cookbook table paid their $28 anyway, because anyone who paid for the book Sunday had their purchase price added to the fire department’s tally. Attendees were treated to samples of Lexington [Kentucky] Bourbon Cake and a gluten-free almond cake with apricot glaze. There were also slices of Noyes’ honeysuckle and iced tea cake. Noyes said, “I wanted to make a truly southern cake;” it took two years to get the flavors balanced just right, he said. The Red Truck Bakery opened in 2009 in an old 1921 Esso filling station at 22 Waterloo St. in Warrenton. On his website, Noyes says, “Out front I parked the old red truck (a 1954 Ford F-100) I bought from designer Tommy Hilfiger,” which has become a familiar site in Old Town Warrenton. In 2015, the bakery expanded into a former 1922 pharmacy and Masonic lodge at 8368 West Main St. in Marshall; it has become the business’s main location, café, market and headquarters. In addition to serving
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Cookbook author Brian Noyes autographs a copy of The Red Truck Bakery Farmhouse Cookbook for a couple of fans. customers at both locations, each year the bakery ships thousands of orders around the country. Noyes gave a brief presentation Sunday before greeting the long line of Orlean fire department boosters who wanted him to sign their purchases. He connected the bakery and the cookbook to Fauquier County and Orlean, where many of the photos in the book were taken. He said that while his first cookbook gave a sampling of the cakes and pies and muffins his bakery has become locally famous for, his newest cookbook contains more savory options – like green tomato sandwich, tomato pie and corn crab cakes. “Farmhouse” is an important emphasis of the second book, he said. Noyes said he was inspired to
complete the second edition when he saw people posting on social media about baking through his first cookbook during the worst of the COVID pandemic. He worked through health issues and pandemic-related challenges, but finally got the cookbook to his editors. He had wanted to include a special birthday cake recipe his grandmother used to make for him, but he couldn’t find it. After the final manuscript had been sent, Noyes said he was carrying a stack of books when a spiral notebook fell and opened to a recipe in his grandmother’s handwriting. He called his editors and they managed to slip “Noyes’ Birthday Cake” into the book. It’s on page 195. Reach Robin Earl at rearl@fauquier.com.
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Nonprofit plans to repurpose former Ben & Mary’s for affordable housing By Coy Ferrell
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A Warrenton-based nonprofit has plans to repurpose the former Ben & Mary’s Steak House building north of Warrenton into four affordable apartments. The Fauquier County Planning Commission will hold the first public hearing about the proposal Aug. 18. The 1930 Ben & Mary’s building is part of the larger Fletcherville community at the corner of U.S. 17 and Keith Road, currently composed of 39 below-market rental units available to those with incomes below 60% of the area median income, or $83,000 per year for the average household. Foothills Housing Corporation, a nonprofit founded in 1970 to help low-income residents find and maintain affordable housing, purchased all the properties in Fletcherville in 2018. Foothills Housing also owns The Oaks in Warrenton, Countryside Townhomes in Bealeton and Stuart Street Homes in The Plains. Foothills Housing’s plans for the old restaurant building, located in a “commercial village” zoning district, include constructing two two-bedroom apartments and two one-bedroom apartments ranging from 706 to 853 square feet. One of the apartments would be ADA-compliant. County supervisors must ap-
Built in 1930, a nowvacant building at the corner of U.S. 17 and Keith Road north of Warrenton was the home of Ben & Mary’s Steak House until 1996. FAUQUIER TIMES STAFF PHOTO/COY FERRELL
prove a special exception permit for the project to move forward, since the plan includes housing on a parcel zoned for commercial use. The project has the enthusiastic support of Marshall District Supervisor Mary Leigh McDaniel, who last week called the proposal “a win for the county and the community.” Ben & Mary’s was once a fixture of the local cultural scene, but it closed in 1996 after more than 40 years, and the aging structure hasn’t been home to a restaurant since 2013, when the shortlived Twisted Sisters Seafood closed. The “recognizable historic exterior” would not be substantially altered by the renovation, according to Foothills Housing’s statement of justification. The parking lot facing the highway would be replaced with landscaping, and tenants would instead access the building using an existing entrance behind the building on Stewart Street. The application also pointed out that the four housing units would generate
far less traffic than if the building was again used for a restaurant or another commercial use. A $200,000 grant from the Rappahannock-Rapidan Regional Commission — part of a $40 million statewide allocation of funds in 2021 from Virginia Housing — will help fund the project if it’s approved by the county. The Ben & Mary’s proposal is part of a larger effort to rehabilitate Fletcherville’s existing structures, some of which are 70 years old, over the next few years. John Reid, the organization’s executive director, said Monday that work has been done over the past four years to better insulate the homes and to fix drainage issues in crawlspaces and basements. “We have made some improvements in Fletcherville that I think the community — the tenants — will appreciate,” he said, noting that the Charlottesville-based Local Energy Alliance Program led some of those efforts with funding from Dominion
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Foothills Housing Corporation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Warrenton, was founded in 1970 by Maximilian Tufts Sr., Roland Tapscott, and John Wayland. Then, about one in five homes in Fauquier County lacked indoor plumbing, and much of the organization’s initial efforts focused on expanding residents’ access to running water. The nonprofit now owns four housing communities in the county with below-market rents available to people with low-to-moderate incomes. The organization also funds need-based repairs for existing homes and construction of new affordable housing. While the organization receives some funding from local governments — Fauquier County contributed $55,300 this year — most funding comes from private donations and grants, Executive Director John Reid explained. He emphasized that 100% of contributions to Foothills Housing are used for programs, and no donated money is used for overhead expenses. More information about Foothills Housing’s programs is available at fhcorp.org or by calling 540-341-2805. Energy’s EnergyShare program. LEAP and Dominion are also working to bring rooftop solar panels to homes in Fletcherville and Countyside Townhomes, Reid said. Reach Coy Ferrell at cferrell@ fauquier.com
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St. John campus benefits from first-ever embedded fiber cable system By Abby Zimmardi
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In June, a Gainesville business called TRAXyL installed a fully functioning fiber optic network into the surface layer of concrete in the parking lot at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church and school in Warrenton. It’s a new, non-intrusive technique and the first embedding installation in the nation. The company workers created a machine that can lay down fiber cables in the first couple millimeters of paved surfaces, and TRAXyL has both the machine and embedding process patented. Keith Turner, vice president of sales, said that the company “created a new right of way.” “What we did at St. John’s in Warrenton is we did our first installation with that process in the country, and we gave them their own small little proprietary fiber network [between] six buildings,” Turner said. “We basically did the job in two days, which is pretty unheard of.” Bill Helsel, director of maintenance for St. John, said that the installation was quick and easy. TRAXyL installed a network of four cables with 12 fibers each; they were placed on the parking lot pavement between the buildings. “Nothing got disrupted,” Helsel said. “That was the beauty of this process.” He also said that the process had huge cost savings for St. John. Fiber optic cables are glass fibers about the size of a strand of hair. The cables are used to send data and create data networks in which the data signals travel as light through the glass fiber. “That’s what makes fiber the gold standard,” Turner said. The traditional process for installing fiber optic cables typically involves digging a trench or cutting through concrete slabs. It can take days or even weeks to install the cables and replace the landscaping before the roads are ready to drive
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Keith Turner, TRAXyL vice president of sales, points out where the fiber cable was embedded at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Warrenton. The June 2022 project was the first embedding installation in the nation. on again. It involves more labor and machinery and is more expensive than TRAXyL’s method, Turner said. TRAXyL’s embedding process involves etching out a few millimeters in the surface layer of the pavement, laying the fiber cables down, and adding a topcoat called methyl methacrylate that is UV cured and dried within 30 minutes, ready for cars to drive over it. The fiber cables are essentially painted onto the pavement; the whole process is done with the patented machine, which can lay 1,000 feet of fiber cable in one hour. The beginning stages of TRAXyL’s patented machine began in 2017 with designing and testing the process of laying fiber cables directly on pavements. From 2017 to 2020, the company applied for and received three patents from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, along with numerous awards for the technique. Since 2017, the company has installed working fiber in eight states across the country, with Warrenton being the home of the first-ever embedding process.
The embedding process does not degrade the strength of the concrete. The MMA material has a “stronger bond to asphalt than asphalt has to itself,” Turner said. As well as keeping the integrity of the pavement, the MMA does not leave the pavement uneven, so when the embedding process is completed, the surface is as smooth as it was before, making it ADA compliant. That means that a person in a wheelchair would have no issues moving on a sidewalk that may have fiber cables embedded into it. The finished product at St. John’s is a completely flush installation, meaning the fiber cables go virtually unnoticed on the roads. Only a black line is left, and Turner said that the company has begun working to color match the finish material with the pavement material, so no black line will be visible in future installations. The internet service provider for the St. John installation was Comcast, the integrator was Croft Communications and the network administrator was Vision Tech Group in Harrisonburg, Va.
Norwood again set to plead guilty to murder charges Separate plea agreement fell through this year By Coy Ferrell
Fauquier Times Staff Writer
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Deputies escort Levi Norwood to a court hearing in March 2020.
Levi Norwood, accused of murdering his mother and brother in 2020, will enter a guilty plea to some or all charges this month, according to a motion filed Monday. This is the second time this year that a plea hearing has been scheduled. The first, in January, was canceled after Norwood rejected a plea deal and opted to schedule a jury trial instead. Monday’s motion stated that Norwood had reached a plea agreement with prosecutors and that a plea hearing is scheduled for Aug. 22 in Fauquier County Circuit Court. The
document gave no other details. Norwood, then a 17-year-old Liberty High School junior, was arrested in North Carolina the day after he allegedly shot and killed his mother, Jennifer Norwood, 34, and 6-year-old brother, Wyatt Norwood, in the family’s Midland home. He has remained in custody since then, charged with two counts of first-degree murder and other felonies. Norwood’s attorney, public defender Ryan Ruzic, and Commonwealth’s Attorney Scott Hook announced in November 2021 that the parties had reached a plea agreement. Norwood ultimately rejected that deal, however, and confirmed that to a judge during a Jan. 13 hearing. Neither Ruzic nor Hook imme-
diately responded to a request for comment. A court document filed two weeks after the homicides claims that Norwood admitted to the homicides. The only reported witness to the shooting, Levi Norwood’s father Joshua Norwood, killed himself two months after the death of his wife and younger son. Norwood has undergone two court-ordered evaluations that have found that he is competent to stand trial. The results of separate evaluations to determine whether he was “sane” at the time of the alleged offense are not public record. If the plea agreement again falls through, a 10-day jury trial is scheduled to take place in February 2023.
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Cook appealed the judge’s decision, and a separate judge will decide To tears and gasps of relief from Thursday whether to revoke Whitt’s about 15 family members gathered bond. Cook argued at the Aug. 3 in the courtroom to support her, hearing that the seriousness of the a Warrenton woman accused of charges merited keeping Whitt in shooting her ex-boyfriend July 31 jail. “The fact she’s currently charged at his Bealeton home was granted with attempted murder should give bond Aug. 3, though prosecutors the court pause,” Cook said. Whitt’s attorney, Mark Williams, have appealed the decision. Her defense attorney indicated she will gave the judge three photographs claim that she acted in self-defense. depicting Whitt with what he said were marks onadvisor her face and wrists Jeannie Whitt, 45, was grantedofa two Maximum financial $25,000 secured bond on the con- — injuries allegedly suffered during photos.into the an altercation with her ex-boyfriend dition that she be released custody of her mother. She is also prior to the shooting. “This is going beadvisor a case should of self-defense,” Mark required to wear a of location Maximum twotracking financial If more financialtoadvisors be monitor while awaiting trial. On Oct. Williams told the judge, arguing that use 12,photos. a judge will ruleincluded, whether there is the thecommunity ex-boyfriend name is not a “victim,” enough evidence to send the charges listing or EdwardJones.com version. rather a “complaining witness.” to a grand jury. The judge cited Whitt’s extenare financial serious charges — no siveshould family tiesbe to the community, a If“These more advisors question about that,” Judge Ian Wil- pre-trial report that said Whitt was a liams told Whitt in Fauquier included, use the County community name good candidate for release and the lack General District Court, noting that of previous convictions for violent listing or with EdwardJones.com she is charged three felonies: crimes,version. in his decision to grant bond. page 2tofor attempted second-degree murder, See According thefinancial criminal comshooting into an occupied building plaint filed with Whitt’s arrest, witadvisor listing. and using a firearm while commit- nesses told investigators that the ting a felony. “The court certainly has ex-boyfriend, who is not charged with concerns about how your behavior is a crime in connection with the incigoing to be with the law,” the judge dent, “forcibly removed Jeannie from told Whitt, who appeared at the hear- the doorway of the residence, and she ing via a video feed from jail. fell2 backwards onto the stairs.” See page for financial After the hearing, Chief Deputy Commonwealth’s Attorney Jamey See SHOOTER, page 9 advisor listing. Fauquier Times Staff Writer
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Laurel Ridge to open Fauquier center for skilled trades in spring 2023
Center will offer dedicated training and lab space for plumbers, electricians, HVAC technicians, heavy-equipment operators, carpenters, welders By Colleen LaMay
Fauquier Times Staff Writer
The Fauquier campus of Laurel Ridge Community College is about to start construction on an 8,000-square-foot building for training plumbers, electricians, HVAC technicians, heavy-equipment operators, carpenters and welders. The new building will be specifically designed for the trades and will provide lab space for hands-on instruction. The center will open in spring 2023. Courses will be open to high school students at Fauquier County Public Schools, as well as to other people interested in entering the trades. Carpentry and welding certifications will be offered for the first time, and daytime and evening classes will be available. The building will have hard floors, high ceilings and state-of-the-art ventilation to accommodate industrial and commercial training equipment. “One of the great things about these skilled
trades is you can earn a great living wage after a short time,” said Tami O’Brien, development officer for Laurel Ridge, formerly Lord Fairfax Community College. “The Northern Virginia market is an extremely heavy infrastructure market, so we have a lot of demand for people with the skills that we will be providing instruction for.” The Fauquier Campus Center for Skilled Trades will be built next to the main campus at 6480 College St., Warrenton, on 60 acres of land donated by Fauquier County. A ceremonial groundbreaking for the center was held Tuesday, Aug. 2. Aidan Gould, 25, finished plumbing and electrical courses at Laurel Ridge in 2019 and has since started his own full-service plumbing business, Top Tier Trades (https://www.toptier-trades.com/). He is happy to see Laurel Ridge expand its commitment to the trades. “It gives people at least something else to try, because I know from experience that the mindset is that everyone goes to college and
Artist’s rendering of the new Fauquier Campus Center for Skilled Trades, which will be built next to the main campus at 6480 College St., Warrenton.
School breakfast, lunch prices rising this year
Program that provided free meals for all students has ended By Colleen LaMay
Fauquier Times Staff Writer
Free breakfasts and lunches will no longer be provided to all students in Fauquier County Public Schools when school starts Wednesday, Aug. 10. Prices will rise 10 cents for elementary, middle and high school students unless their families meet federal income guidelines for free or reduced-price lunches. Schools nationwide offered free meals during the worst of the COVID pandemic. That included all Fauquier County Public Schools. However, the option for free meals has expired. In Fauquier County, the price of breakfast for elementary students is rising from $1.70 during the 20192020 school year to $1.80 now. For middle school students, the price is rising from $1.80 to $1.90. High school students will pay $2 for breakfast, up from $1.90. Lunch prices are rising to $3 for elementary students, $3.20 for middle school students and $3.40 for
high school students. Under the new policy, students may automatically qualify for free or reduced-price meals if anyone in their household gets SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) or TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) benefits. Students may qualify without having to fill out an application. Families who receive benefits through WIC (Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children) also may qualify for free or reduced-price meals. Families applying based on income will need to fill out applications that are available at every school or online at www.fcps1.org/ nutrition. Homeless, runaway or foster children, along with children whose families are migrant workers, qualify for free meals when their families fill out applications. Families can apply for free or reduced-price meals at any time during the school year. If families are not satisfied with school officials’ decisions, they can talk to Cornelia Harris, application processing official with the Fauquier County School Nutrition program.
“One of the great things about these skilled trades is you can earn a great living wage after a short time.” TAMI O’BRIEN Development officer for Laurel Ridge Community College
if you don’t, you are going to end up serving burgers somewhere, but that is not the case,” Gould said. Gould took academic courses for a year and a half after high school but realized he did not enjoy it. He wanted to work with his hands. He is happy to have the chance to own his own business. “I find that having this skill and the potential to own your own business set me up for a better financial future than if I had gone to traditional college,” Gould said. New plumbers are in demand, Gould said, because of a generational gap. The median age of plumbers is 65 years, and for many years few younger people entered the field. The Center for Skilled Trades originally was to open in Fall 2022, but that schedule proved too ambitious, said Craig Short, vice president of financial and administrative services at Laurel Ridge. “Logistical challenges have cost us some time in the pre-construction phase that were mostly due to stereotypical hurdles with contractor selection and procurement, design changes and permitting,” Short said in an email. “This is a challenging time to undertake a construction project, so all things considered, we’re very happy to be getting the project started next month.” The Laurel Ridge Community College Educational Foundation’s project team includes Miller Brothers Construction, Blueline Architects and “county partners who have helped us navigate this final leg of the pre-construction phase and set us up for success for the construction phase,” Short said. Reach Colleen LaMay at clamay@fauquier.com
Schoology to replace Blackboard at Fauquier County Public Schools By Colleen LaMay
Fauquier Times Staff Writer
Fauquier County Public Schools will open Wednesday, Aug. 10, with a new learning management system, Schoology, replacing Blackboard, the system parents, students and staff have relied on to access class assignments and more for nearly 15 years. Schoology lets students, teachers and staff access class materials anytime. It can help teachers personalize instruction and share lesson plans, according to a press release from Fauquier County Schools. Fauquier schools will provide student and parent training in the use of Schoology beginning this week. Parents can take self-paced courses online or use in-person learning opportunities. Families who attended Back-to-School-Fairs in July got an early look at the new platform. Schoology is easy for parents, students and staff to use, according to the FCPS release. It also provides an online help system for all users. Teachers can access tutorials, including self-paced courses within Schoology, in-person training with instructional technology resource teachers, webinars and YouTube channel options. Teacher training began in March and will continue
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Instructional technology resource teachers Lisa Stafford and Erin McCarty offer Schoology training to families at the Back to School Fair in Marshall. into the 2022-2023 school year. FCPS Educational Technology Leader Tina Ference described Schoology as the “best fit” for the school division. Parents, students, teachers and administrators participated in an evaluation of replacement options for Blackboard during the 2021-2022 school year. After thorough research and review, Schoology emerged as the favorite over other platforms, including Canvas and Infinite Campus. Schoology is designed for all students—from kindergarten through 12th grade—to fully engage with their learning. Reach Colleen LaMay at clama@fauquier.com
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School board candidate Josh Erdossy says parents deserve to be heard
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“The main point for me as a candidate running for office is trying to show responsiveness to parent issues,” Erdossy said. “Having four kids — and they are in the early years of the school system — made it more and more important for me to be involved.” Just one of five Fauquier County School Board positions is up for grabs in the general election Nov. 8. Erdossy, a contractor at the U.S. State Department, is vying with Clay Campbell, chairman of the board of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Fauquier, for the Scott District seat. The Scott District encompasses northeastern Fauquier County. The seat is open because Vincent Gallo is not running after completing the rest the four year term of Suzanne Sloane, who resigned in 2021, halfway through her term. Gallo was appointed by the school board to take Sloane’s place until the November 2022 election. The winner in November — Erdossy or Campbell — will serve for just one year, the remaining year of Sloane’s four-year term. School boards nationwide have become a cultural flash point over the past few years as some par-
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Josh Erdossy addresses questions about his campaign No, the job is apolitical, he said. “I am not particularly interested in playing a blue vs. red type of game.” He is running as an independent. Not so far.
How will you promote your candidacy?
For now, on Facebook. For example, he will let people know he is going to be at Old Bust Head Brewing Company on bingo night and will be available to talk. Within the next few weeks, he plans to host events at his home.
How should school board members interact with constituents?
Erdossy said that school board members should keep an open mind and listen to all sides of an issue,
About the candidates
This is the first of two stories about candidates seeking to represent the Scott District on the Fauquier County School Board. ents have raised concerns about COVID-19 policies, library books, textbooks and teaching about racism and other topics. Fauquier County is no exception. Residents sparred recently over the process of choosing and keeping books at school libraries. Erdossy’s wife, Natalie Erdossy, is the vice chair of the Fauquier chapter of Moms for Liberty, a group seeking to remove three books it considers pornographic or sexually violent from the library at Kettle Run High School. The three books are current-
no matter how “highly energized” the conversation gets or what a board member thinks about an issue. “Board members must see past their preconceived feelings about people.”
How would you address differences of opinion between board members and school administrators?
Meet them where they are — maybe over coffee — and have an open and honest conversation, he said.
Can you support board decisions you don’t agree with?
Unanimous decisions are the best, but if the board votes another way, “I’m not shy about admitting I was wrong.”
How will you communicate with the families in Scott District if you win?
Meet with groups of parents and spend time at schools.
ly under review. On its webpage, the Fauquier County chapter of Moms for Liberty characterizes itself as a group “dedicated to the survival of America by unifying, educating and empowering parents to defend their parent rights at all levels of government.” Josh Erdossy said that although he supports his wife’s efforts to ensure library books are age-appropriate, his biggest priorities lie elsewhere.
Bullying and school safety
Bullying is a top worry for Erdossy. His concern stems from an incident in May at Auburn Middle School. School officials labeled it a “fight” that led the sheriff’s office to pursue action against a student in juvenile court. Unchecked, school bullying creates an unsafe environment
for students that can lead to “something much more heinous,” Erdossy said. One way to reduce bullying is a national program called WATCH D.O.G.S., Erdossy said. The program focuses on helping fathers prevent violence by being unobtrusive presences in schools and being positive role models for kids. He urges all parents to spend time in their children’s schools.
Reversing COVID learning losses
When schools were remote or hybrid due to COVID-19, students fell behind academically and socially across the country. Erdossy said he doesn’t blame teachers or the school division for these losses. See ERDOSSY, page 23
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Classes for multilingual students change lives, one student at a time By Colleen LaMay
Fauquier Times Staff Writer
Before Dalila Villatoro began taking classes at Warrenton Baptist Church’s ESL Ministry to improve her English language skills, simple tasks such as talking to her young son’s teacher or helping with homework were frustrating and difficult. Language was a barrier she smacked into regularly. Now, the native Spanish speaker has gained the confidence to open a cleaning business, and she plans to return to the Warrenton Baptist Church ESL classes when they start up again in a few weeks. Villatoro has been in the U.S. since 2001, but between family responsibilities and a work schedule that at times included three jobs, she did not have much time to hone her English language skills beyond what she picked up at work. “I was a beginner because I was speaking, but I didn’t know that I was not pronouncing well,” Villatoro, 42, said. She recommends the class to others who want to improve their English language skills. “They can come to enjoy (the classes) and have a better future and better communication.” The interdenominational ESL classes are growing, with more students signing up, and the need for volunteers is growing along with it, said Elaine DesLauriers, ESL director. “The reason we started this is there are not many options for students wishing for language instruction” in Warrenton, she said. “Our mission is to improve the lives of students, so building English is the building block for doing that.” While most of the students are native Spanish speakers, the classes are for all people who speak English as a second language and seek to improve their English skills, DesLauriers said. More than 40 students registered for the 2021-22 school year fall and spring semesters, DesLauriers said. The classes cost $40 per semester, which helps defray curriculum costs. All staff members, from teachers to childcare providers, are volunteers. Right now, the need for volunteers
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Dalila Villatoro, 42, says the ELL classes opened a whole new world for her. is great, DesLauriers said. A teaching background is helpful for volunteer instructors. “We have a lot of former teachers, and they’re a really good source of instructors,” she said. Teachers and other volunteers do not need to be bilingual to teach, help with daycare or participate in other ESL activities. The classes are taught in English. People who register for the classes will be evaluated for knowledge of written and oral English. The program will offer four or five levels of instruction, depending on each student’s needs. “We are not a onesize-fits-all organization,” DesLouriers said. No class has more than 12 students. and every class has two teachers. Free childcare is available. Students who have been in the classes come from a variety of countries, including El Salvador, Honduras, Columbia, Guatemala, Italy, Mexico and the Republic of Cameroon. Villatoro can’t say enough about the classes she has taken. When she came to the U.S. from Guatemala in 2001, she had only one thing on her mind — a better life for her children, who were ages 5 and 3 at the time. She left them behind with family to undertake a dangerous journey by
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• Volunteers are needed Monday and Friday evenings for two hours. Most volunteers only work one night. • Teachers and teaching assistants are needed. (The ability to speak a second language is not required.) • Childcare volunteers needed. (Must pass Virginia background check.) • Hospitality coordinators are needed Fridays to: make coffee; set out drinks and snacks, napkins; a table; and coffee cups. train, foot and raft to get to the U.S. Her grown children are here now, and she has a young son starting first grade. The ESL classes have been a huge help to her. “I can see in myself a big difference,” she said. She is paying it forward by helping others in the community. For example, she has helped other Spanish speakers at appointments with doctors who do not speak Spanish. Villatoro is proud that her 6-yearold son is growing up bilingual. He sometimes corrects her English because children learn new languages faster than adults. She recommends the Warrenton Baptist Church program. “If they
When: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Mondays and 7 to 9 p.m. Fridays, Aug. 29 to Dec. 9. Students can join any time and go to one class or both. Cost: $40 per person, with discounts for members of the same household. No one will be turned away because they cannot pay. Who: For anyone hoping to learn English or improve English language skills. There are four levels of classes, from beginner to advanced intermediate. Registration: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 15, and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 19. Call Eileen DesLauriers, ESL director, at 412735-0993. Needed: Volunteers to help with classes or with childcare. Volunteers do not need to speak a language other than English. The greatest need is for childcare volunteers. More information: https:// warrentonbaptistchurch.org/ ministries/esl-ministry-2/ want to have a better future and better communication, just come. Don’t let this opportunity go.” Reach Colleen LaMay at clamay@fauquier.com
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Kettle Run High School’s Model UN prepares grad to seize opportunities Academic sport helps Hazen Griffin to go far, starting with Helsinki By Colleen LaMay
Fauquier Times Staff Writer
Hazen Griffin, 18, spent all four years of high school playing the role of a United Nations delegate attempting to solve difficult world problems, like climate change or peace, from the perspectives and viewpoints of leaders from other countries. His experiences with Model UN fueled Griffin’s ambitions to see the world and make a difference. The 2022 Kettle Run graduate recently returned from a visit to Helsinki, where he attended a corporate retreat for the Martti Ahtisaari Peace Foundation, an independent Finnish organization that works to prevent and resolve conflicts through dialogue and mediation. “He is following his dreams,” his mother, Stacie Griffin, said. “I hope
Kettle Run High School graduate Hazen Griffin every parent is encouraging their child to follow their dreams. That is, to us, what’s most important.” The Model UN at Kettle Run is not just any high school Model UN. Best Delegate, an organization that
provides Model UN workshops and summer programs, named the Kettle Run club one of the seven best 202122 high school Model UN Clubs in the world. Griffin was president of the Kettle Run club. Members of Model UN clubs meet with other clubs at conferences organized by high schools, universities and other organizations. In addition, Best Delegate recognized: Chad Wright, KRHS history and social studies teacher, as one of the six best Model UN advisers worldwide for the 2021-22 academic year. A KRHS program called “All Are Welcome,” which encourages students from other Fauquier County schools to attend the Kettle Run Model UN club, was one of three Best High School Model UN Projects for the same academic year. Wright and Griffin started the program. Although the Model UN club at Kettle Run offered Griffin many opportunities to hone his public speaking and research skills and taught him to
look for solutions to seemingly intractable world problems, the most useful skill he learned was how to network. “The biggest thing I learned from Model UN was how important it is to make connections and meet new people,” he said. Those networking skills helped him in Helsinki. “I’ve been meeting with all sorts of different people,” he said after he returned to Warrenton for a few months. “It has been really helpful to learn what they are up to and what they do.” Griffin gets phone numbers and email addresses and follows people he meets on social media to help create connections. He has an interest in politics and history but is not yet sure what he wants to study in college. He is taking a gap year to travel. He chose Helsinki because his family has ties to Finland. His best advice to others is this: “I would tell people to focus on what they want to do and not what other people think of them.” Reach Colleen LaMay at clamay@ fauquier.com
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Shopping center with grocery store proposed at U.S. 15/29 and Route 605 SHOPPING, from page 1 “This is a great example of a commercial activity looking to locate in a service district,” said Center District Supervisor Chris Granger, referring to the county’s comprehensive plan and its goal to concentrate development in a few small areas of the county. “Additionally, it would provide residents with another option to shop locally without traveling out of the county,” Granger said. Consumer spending in Fauquier County sharply increased during the pandemic and is still sig-
nificantly above its pre-pandemic level, according to sales tax data. Public meetings on the proposal, which is formally in the “pre-application” phase, have not been scheduled. The now-vacant land is currently zoned for residential development with up to four homes per acre, and county supervisors will have to rezone the land for commercial use and grant a special exception permit and a comprehensive plan amendment if the current proposal is to move forward. The developer has also initiated a traffic study as part of the application.
Costco was the last business to express interest in the property, but negotiations to bring that store to the area fell apart in 2016. Then, a Costco representative “said that Fauquier County was just ‘too expensive’ and that even with water and sewer provided free of charge, there were too many other issues, including the requirement of an upgraded building, which just made this market too costly,” according to a 2016 email written by then-Fauquier County Economic Development Director Miles Friedman. Reach Coy Ferrell at cferrell@fauquier.com
Chris Granger to step down from board of supervisors GRANGER, from page 1 AWS has a pending Town of Warrenton zoning permit application for a data center that has faced fierce opposition from some residents and activist groups. While county supervisors have no authority over the town permitting process — or the State Corporation Commission’s routing approval process for Dominion Energy transmission lines to power the proposed facility — Granger said Aug. 4 that he wants to avoid any appearance of conflict. If he stayed on as a supervisor, “I could state my conflicts and say, ‘[Schaeffer] works for Amazon. I can’t vote on this,’” he said. But, he added, “The board is going to have a lot of conversations over the next 18 months about the data center industry. In my mind, taking part in any of those conversations is a conflict.” Granger said he consulted legal counsel about Schaeffer’s new position and observed many discussions about conflicts of interest related to other supervisors during his 10 years on the board. “Clearly, when she transitioned to the private sector, I researched and vetted out my conflicts, and by the letter of the law I don’t have conflicts,” Granger said, “but for me as an individual, I don’t want there to be any question.” An AWS representative confirmed Thursday that Schaeffer was hired by the company in late July. “[T]he company takes compliance with laws very seriously and has a robust process in place for screening for possible conflicts of interest,” the representative wrote in an email. Schaeffer could not be reached for comment. Granger was first elected in 2011 to represent the Center District, which includes the Town of Warrenton and its outskirts. Fellow supervisors have since chosen him as board chairman three times: in 2016, and again in 2021 and 2022. He works as a professional division chief in Prince William County’s fire department and is a U.S. Army veteran. The remaining four members of the board have control over the process of appointing an interim Center District representative and could make an appointment as early as next week at the board’s regular monthly meeting. A special election could be held as early as May 2023. Supervisors must petition the court to hold a special election, and a judge must sign off on the plan before a special election can take place.
‘If he changes his mind, I’d be thrilled’
Some of Granger’s fellow board supervisors expressed dismay at his decision to resign and said that Schaeffer’s job would not affect Granger’s ability to represent his constituents. “I would support him 100% to stay on the board. It’s a loss to the community,” Supervisor Mary Leigh McDaniel (Marshall District) said Aug. 4. “We’re very good about understanding where our conflicts of interest are,” she said, adding that Granger was very up-front with her about Schaeffer’s new job and the potential implications for his elected position. “It’s just unfortunate, very unfortunate,” she said. “If he changes his mind, I’d be thrilled.”
“The board is going to have a lot of conversations over the next 18 months about the data center industry. In my mind, taking part in any of those conversations is a conflict.” CHRIS GRANGER Center District Supervisor
Supervisor Chris Butler (Lee District) implied in a text message that opposition specifically to the AWS data center proposal may have contributed to Granger’s decision to step down. “I’m sorry that a group of folks have made attacks on his character. They obviously have no clue who he is or what he’s about,” he wrote Aug. 4. “Chris was a total stranger until I started following the board with intentions of seeking office,” said Butler, who was first elected in 2015. “We have not only worked together but we have become friends. … I’ll miss his guidance and leadership, and the county is losing a damn good supervisor!” McDaniel noted that she, Butler and Rick Gerhardt (Cedar Run District) were each first elected in 2015; Granger and Holder Trumbo (Scott District) were the only incumbents. Granger was welcoming and helpful to the new supervisors during their first year, McDaniel said, which was also Granger’s first stint as board chairman. “He was a great mentor during that time. He was a great leader,” she said. Gerhardt wrote in a text message Aug. 4 that he “was disappointed and saddened to hear Chris is resigning. He’s been a great asset for Center District and Fauquier. The county is losing a strong, committed and informed leader.”
‘We were going to be here anyway’
In an Aug. 4 interview, Granger emphasized that Schaeffer’s new job was not the sole impetus for stepping down, and that he had no intentions to run for a fourth term. In fact, he hadn’t intended on running for a third term. He was promoted to his current role in the Prince William fire department in 2019, the same year his seat was up for election. His new role meant he was returning to working 24-hour shifts, and, he said, “I kind of had this fundamental belief that staying in office more than eight years was not something I was looking to do.” Though he said that he encouraged others to run for the seat, no one else stepped forward. “I had the choice of not running — and some kind of strange situation unfolding — or just saying, ‘this is it,’” meaning his third term would be his last. “And I made it very clear at that time: This is it.” Between his responsibilities at his day job and his duties as board chairman, Granger said that his work week typically exceeds 80 hours. “At this point in my career … it definitely leaves very little time for a personal life,” he said. “I was already struggling in between the fire department and the board in this term,” Grang-
er said. “I think it’s fair to say we were going to be here [announcing that I won’t seek re-election] anyway because of my work, even if [Schaeffer] hadn’t changed careers.”
Prioritizing schools and first responders
Granger first moved to Warrenton in 2006 and became interested in local issues through debates about funding for schools and fire and rescue services, he said. He pointed to progress in those areas as some of the board’s most significant accomplishments since he was first elected — especially the funding for the 2013 renovation and expansion of Fauquier High School and the expansion of the county’s professional fire and rescue roster from 49 to 151. Similar projects are in the works today. Supervisors and school board members decided in 2020 to renovate and expand Taylor and Cedar Lee middle schools. Construction at Cedar Lee is expected to be complete by the start of the 2023-2024 school year, and the project at Taylor will begin after that. “It took a lot longer than I thought to lick the middle school renovation, ... but it’s well on its way,” Granger said. “It’s got a path and it’s going to happen. I’m overjoyed to see that happen.” Funding for the Central Sports Complex, opened in 2020, took longer, but he cited the project’s realization as a bright spot in his decade-long tenure. “From the time we picked it up as a priority, and we finally decided to fund it and build — ... it was eight years of the 10 ½ years [I spent on the board],” Granger said, noting that the second phase of construction will be funded next year, bringing bathrooms and irrigation to the complex along with lights at some of the fields. “If you’d asked me 10 years ago if we’d ever have lit youth sports fields in Fauquier County, I think people would’ve laughed at you,” Granger said. He also praised the county’s service-district plan, which concentrates most residential, commercial and industrial growth in small districts while the vast majority of remaining land is zoned for rural and agricultural uses. “Overall, I think the most enjoyable thing has been — I’ve always been a proponent that the conservation and the agricultural interests in this county can co-exist with people like me, who live in Warrenton — in a service district — and commute out for their jobs,” he said. Construction of a central library, included in the county’s current five-year capital spending plan, should be a priority for the board in the short term, Granger said. “An investment in a library is an investment [in something] that the community uses.” In a letter to fellow supervisors, Granger also urged them to encourage commercial development, thereby expanding the tax base for funding permanent pay increases for public school teachers and addressing a $77 million maintenance backlog in school buildings. “We have made strides in renovating our aging schools, but still have much more to do,” Granger wrote. “Fauquier continues to be an engaging place to live, Granger concluded. “To have had some small part in this evolution is something that I will always be thankful and proud of.” Reach Coy Ferrell at cferrell@fauquier.com
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UPCOMING FAUQUIER EVENTS AUG. 10 TO 19 ONGOING EVENTS Restaurant Week What: Warrenton Restaurant Week When: Monday, Aug. 15 to Sunday, Aug. 21 Where: Ellie’s Place, O’Brien’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, Denim and Pearls, Claire’s at the Depot, Harry’s Tavern at Airlie Cost: Fee at each participating restaurant Info: Special menus LEGOS What: LEGO Estimation Station When: Wednesday, Aug. 17 to Wednesday, Aug. 31; all day Where: Warrenton Library, Bealeton Branch Library, John Marshall Branch Library Info: For children ages 4 and up, stop by the library and guess how many LEGOS are in jar; the closest estimate will win a 140-piece mini-LEGO set Farmers market What: Warrenton Farmers High Season Market When: Saturdays, April 23 to Nov. 19; 8 a.m. to noon Where: 21 Main St., Old Town Warrenton Info: Indoor and outdoor spaces Food assistance What: Peas and Grace When: Tuesdays from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Where: Grace Episcopal Church, 6507 Main St., The Plains Info: Those in need of food assistance are welcome Spiritual Care Support Ministries What: Support groups/counseling and special events for those experiencing the death of a loved one, divorce, and chronic illness Where: Spiritual Care Support Ministries, 7179 New Hope Lane, Warrenton Cost: Free Info: 540-349-5814 or www.scsm.tv The S.E.E. Recovery Center What: Recovery-oriented groups, meetings, and the opportunity to speak with someone about mental health or substance use recovery. A staff member available from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday to Friday. Where: The S.E.E. Recovery Center, 710 U.S. Ave., Culpeper Info: 540-825-3366 or email: SEERecovery@rrcsb.org Wednesday, Aug. 10 Farmers market What: Buchanan Hall Farmers Market When: Wednesday, Aug. 10 and Wednesday, Aug. 17; 4 to 8 p.m. Where: Buchanan Hall, 8549 John S. Mosby Highway, Upperville Info: Farm fresh meats and produce; artisan goods; live music; food trucks Sex trafficking meeting What: Fauquier Anti Sex Trafficking Alliance When: Wednesday, Aug. 10; 3:30 to 5 p.m. RSVP: Amelia Stansell, stansell@ uvacreditunion.org Bird watching What: Bird Walk When: Wednesday, Aug. 10; 7 to 9 a.m. Where: The Clifton Institute, 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton Cost: Free Info: For adults and children ages 12 and up, accompanied by an adult Registration required: info@ cliftoninstitute.org or 540-341-3651; bring a mask
CHURCH EVENTS Presentation What: Mirror, Mirror on the Wall, You are the Most Treasured of All When: Saturday, Aug. 13; 10 a.m. to noon Where: Warrenton United Methodist Church, 341 Church St., Warrenton Info: Mel Snow, Be There Ministries founder and director, shares her story; an interactive time with door prizes Register: Gail Gilbert, 540-222-9048 Homecoming What: First Baptist Church Homecoming 2022 When: Sunday, Aug. 7; 11 a.m. Where: First Baptist Church, 687 Main St., Washington, Virginia Info: Guest preacher Rev. Miranda Williams from Spirit of Peace Baptist Church, Washington, DC; musical guests are Sister Laura W. Nelson and Family of Culpeper RSVP: Email Gail Blaker, jamesblaker1@gmail.com Yoga for teens What: Yoga Tools for Teens When: Wednesday, Aug. 10 and Wednesday, Aug. 17; 1 to 2:30 p.m. Where: Middleburg Community Center, 300 W. Washington St., Middleburg Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ tools-for-teens-a-summer-workshopseries-tickets-340539852867 Info: Teens can access the pool after each session Yoga at sunset What: Sunset Yoga with Brittany When: Wednesday, Aug. 10 and Wednesday, Aug. 17; 6:30 p.m. Where: Wollam Gardens, 5167 Jeffersonton Road, Jeffersonton Cost: $15 Tickets: www.wollam-gardens. squarespace.com/yoga Info: Bring own mat Yoga for adults What: Adult Yoga, seated When: Wednesday, Aug. 10 and Wednesday, Aug. 17; 2 to 3 p.m. Where: Middleburg Library, 101 Reed St., Middleburg Info: Use chairs for support in this easy yoga class; wear movement friendly clothing; 540-687-5730 Firemen’s Fair What: Brandy Station Volunteer Fire Department Firemen’s Fair When: Wednesday, Aug. 10 and Thursday, Aug. 11; 6 to 10 p.m., Friday, Aug. 12; 6 to 11 p.m. and Saturday, Aug. 13; 1 p.m. to midnight Where: Brandy Station Fire Department Fair Grounds, 20057 Fleetwood Heights Road, Brandy Station Cost: No entrance fee; free parking Info: Live music; face painting; mechanical bull; dunking booth; parade; games; food, prizes Bird watching What: Bird walk When: Wednesday, Aug. 10; 7 to 9 a.m. Where: The Clifton Institute, 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton Cost: Free Info: For adults and children ages 12 and up, accompanied by an adult Registration required: info@ cliftoninstitute.org or 540-341-3651; bring mask Newcomers What: Warrenton Newcomers Club meeting When: Wednesday, Aug. 10; 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Where: Hope Fellowship Christian Church, 4173 Bludau Drive, Warrenton Info: Email Debbie Mancini, dbmancini51@gmail.com Open house What: Chamber open house celebrating National Wellness Month When: Wednesday, Aug. 10; 4 to 6 p.m. Where: PATH Foundation, 321 Walker
Drive, Warrenton Cost: $15 ($5 member discount) Tickets: https://ww.fauquierchamberva. chambermaster.com/eventregistration/ register/14685 Info: To network and socialize; light refreshments Book club What: Marshall Afternoon Book Club to discuss “The Personal Librarian” by Marie Benedict When: Wednesday, Aug. 10; 1 to 2:30 p.m. Where: Virtual Cost: Free Info: Virtual meetings, email deborah. cosby@fauquiercounty.gov or 540-4228527 For older adults What: OWLS (Older, Wiser Learners) When: Wednesday, Aug. 10; 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Where: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive, Bealeton Cost: Free Info: For active, older adults; refreshments provided Trivia What: Trivia night When: Wednesday, Aug. 10 and Wednesday, Aug. 17; 6 to 8 p.m. Where: Old Bust Head Brewing Company, 7134 Farm Station Road, Warrenton Info: Hosted by Fauquier Trivia Trivia What: 2022 Trivia When: Wednesday, Aug. 10 and Wednesday, Aug. 17; 6 to 8 p.m. Where: Barking Rose Brewing Company, 9057 Old Culpeper Road, Warrenton Thursday, Aug. 11 Senior Supper What: Senior Supper at the Bistro on the Hill When: Thursday, Aug. 11 and Thursday, Aug. 18; 4:30 to 6 p.m. Where: Bistro on the Hill, 500 Hospital Drive, Warrenton Cost: $7.50 Info: For seniors 55-plus; registration not required Food pantry What: Fauquier FISH Food Pantry When: Thursday, Aug. 11; 6 to 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 13 and Tuesday, Aug. 16; 9:30 a.m. to noon Where: Fauquier FISH, 24 Pelham St., Warrenton Info: Ready to cook meals and additional food for residents of Fauquier County who need help; bring ID and proof of county residency ESL class What: English-as-a-second-language class presented by Piedmont Regional Adult and Career Education programs
When: Thursday, Aug. 11, Tuesday, Aug. 16 and Thursday, Aug. 18; 6 to 9 p.m. Where: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive North, Bealeton Cost: Free Info: 540-718-8243 Community market What: Second Thursday Community Market at Airlie When: Thursday, Aug. 11; 4 to 7 p.m. Where: Airlie, 6809 Airlie Road, Warrenton Cost: Free and open to the public Info: Vendors; live music featuring local singer/songwriter Bailey Hayes Exercise What: Tomba When: Thursday, Aug. 11, Saturday, Aug. 13, Tuesday, Aug. 16 and Thursday, Aug. 18; 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Where: Middleburg Community Center, 300 W. Washington St., Middleburg Info: Tom Sweitzer’s version of Zumba, 540-687-6373 Painting seminar What: Oil Painting with Nancy Brittle When: Thursday, Aug. 11; 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: Weston, 4476 Weston Road, Casanova Cost: $75; to register and make payment contact Mary Ashton, 540-229-0114 Info: Workshop conducted by Artist Nancy Brittle; space limited Community market What: Second Thursday Community Market at Airlie When: Thursday, Aug. 11; 4 to 7 p.m. Where: Airlie, 6809 Airlie Road, Warrenton Cost: Free and open to the public Info: Vendors; live music featuring local singer/songwriter Bailey Hayes Ladies night What: Ladies Night with Roy Buckley When: Thursday, Aug. 11; 7 p.m. Where: O’Brien’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 380 Broadview Ave., Warrenton Live music What: Featuring Danny Kensy When: Thursday, Aug. 11; 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Where: Death Ridge Brewery, 5393 Higher Ground Trail, Jeffersonton Friday, Aug. 12 Pet clinic What: Pet Wellness Clinic When: Friday, Aug. 12 and Friday, Aug. 19; 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Fauquier SPCA, 9350 Rogues Road, Midland Cost: Fee for various services Appointment: 540-788-9000 x208 Story time What: Story time for the Littles When: Friday, Aug. 12 and Friday, Aug. 19; 11 to 11:30 a.m. Where: The Open Book, 104 Main St., Warrenton Info: Stories for ages 3 to 6; 540-8785358 Book Cellar What: Book Cellar with books, movies, and music for all ages, sponsored by the Friends of Fauquier Library When: Friday, Aug. 12, Saturday, Aug. 13 and Friday, Aug. 19; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Where: John Barton Payne Building Basement, 2 Courthouse Square, Warrenton Volunteer: 540-341-3447 Water yoga What: Adult Water Yoga See CALENDAR, page 13
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Fauquier Times | www.fauquier.com | August 10, 2022 CALENDAR, from page 12 When: Friday, Aug. 12 and Friday, Aug. 19; 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Where: Middleburg Community Center, 300 W. Washington St., Middleburg Pre-registration required: http://www. eventbrite.com/e/adult-water-yogatickets-348838434147 Dinner and movie What: Doc Saffer Summer Series Dinner and Dive in Movie When: Friday, Aug. 12; 6 to 9:45 p.m. Where: Middleburg Community Center, 300 W. Washington St., Middleburg Cost: Free; donations appreciated Registration required: https://www. eventbrite.com/e/family-dinner-dive-inmovie-tickets-216379927187 Info: Free pizza dinner; moon bounces; movie featuring “Sing 2” Farmers market What: Marshall Farmers Market When: Friday, Aug. 12; 4 to 7 p.m. Where: H&H Auto Garage (parking lot), 8382 W. Main St., Marshall Info: Local farmers/growers, food producers, artisans and community Dinner and movie What: Family Dinner and Dive in Movie When: Friday, Aug. 12; 6 to 9:30 p.m. Where: Middleburg Community Center, 300 W. Washington St., Middleburg Cost: Free; donations appreciated Registration required: https://www. eventbrite.com/e/family-dinner-dive-inmovie-tickets-216379927187 Info: Free pizza dinner; moon bounces; movie featuring “Sing 2” Concert What: REO Speedwagon and Styx with Loverboy Live and UnZoomed When: Saturday, Aug. 12; 6:45 p.m. Where: Jiffy Lube Live, 7800 Cellar Door Drive, Bristow Tickets: www.ticketmaster.com Brewery anniversary What: 8th anniversary celebration of Old Bust Head Brewing Company When: Friday, Aug. 12 to Sunday, Aug. 14; noon to 8 p.m. Where: Old Bust Head Brewing Company, 7134 Farm Station Road, Warrenton Limited tickets: https://www. oldbusthead.com/shop/events Info: Live music; food trucks; new beers; baby goats; free sustainability tour Live music What: Featuring Roy Buckley When: Friday, Aug. 12 and Saturday, Aug. 13; 8 p.m. Where: O’Brien’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 380 Broadview Ave., Warrenton Live music What: Featuring the Fountains When: Friday, Aug. 12; 6 to 9 p.m. Where: Denim and Pearls, 29 Main St., Warrenton Live music What: Featuring Daniel Carter When: Thursday, Aug. 12; 5 to 8 p.m. Where: Death Ridge Brewery, 5393 Higher Ground Trail, Jeffersonton Trivia What: Trivia night When: Friday, Aug. 12; 7 to 9 p.m. Where: Beer Hound Brewery, 201 Waters Place, Culpeper Live music What: Sunset in the Vineyards When: Friday, Aug. 12 and Friday, Aug. 19; 6 to 9 p.m. Where: Philip Carter Winery, 4366 Stillhouse Road, Hume Info: Live music from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.; drink specials; firepits; no reservations required
Jean Lowe to be honored at Fauquier NAACP Freedom Fund event On Saturday, Aug. 27, NAACP Fauquier County branch 7059 will hold its 67th annual Freedom Fund Celebration. The livestreamed event will begin at 7 p.m. State Del. Candi Mundon King (D-2nd) will be the keynote speaker. She serves on the house’s Privileges and Elections Voting Rights Subcommittee. Kathy Marmet, the Fauquier NAACP health committee chair will give a presentation titled, “What will health equity look like in Fauquier County?” Jean Lowe, a longtime Fauquier County resident and NAACP member, is this year’s recipient of the branch’s Distinguished Citizen Service Award. The award recognizes Lowe for her more than 50 years of community service. “The work that the Fauquier branch of the NAACP is doing in our local community is more important than ever,” said Michelle Shanks, chair of the Freedom Fund committee, “from ensuring health equity and access, to supporting paths to higher education and more.” Saturday, Aug. 13 Ice cream events What: Second Saturdays on Main When: Saturday, Aug. 13; noon to 3 p.m. Where: Main St., Historic Old Town Warrenton Info: Second Saturday of each month; live music and this month’s feature; an ice cream social Learn about butterflies What: Monarch Day When: Saturday, Aug. 13; 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane Cost: $10 car parking fee Info: Learn how to protect Monarchs and improve their habitat; long pants and closed toe shoes are recommended; bring water, snacks, sunscreen and bug spray
Jean Lowe will receive the Fauquier NAACP’s Distinguished Citizen Service Award Aug. 27
The Freedom Fund event is the non-profit’s only yearly fundraiser. Tickets are $50 for adults and $25 for students. Reservations may be made online at https:// www.naacpfauquiercounty.org/event-details/67th-annual-freedom-fund-virtual-experience. For more info, send an email to: reservation6218@earthlink.net.
Cost: $25, children 12 and under admitted free with parent Info: Seating is limited Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ rob-ickes-trey-hensley-live-at-drum-strumtickets-3861-4146897 Live music What: Featuring Classic Spotlight When: Saturday, Aug. 13; 1 to 5 p.m. Where: Blue Valley Vineyard and Winery, 5535 Blue Valley Way, Delaplane Live music What: Featuring Chuck Darden and Jeremy Fox When: Saturday, Aug. 13; noon to 9 p.m. Where: Denim and Pearls, 29 Main St., Warrenton Info: Chuck Darden (noon to 3 p.m.); Jeremy Fox (6 to 9 p.m.)
Walking What: Forest bathing walk When: Saturday, Aug. 13; 9:30 a.m. to noon Where: Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane Cost: $50 per person (parking included) Tickets: https://www.eventbrite. com/o/kim-strader-naturing-wayllc-30475773482 Info: For adults and children ages 12 and older; wear shoes or boots with good tread; bring water to drink and a camp stool or sitting pad
Live music What: Wine until 9 When: Saturday, Aug. 13; 6 to 9 p.m. Where: Arterra Wines, 1808 Leeds Manor Road, Delaplane Info: Enjoy wine and live music; bring picnics, family, and friends
Planes What: Bikes, Wings and Wheels Show When: Saturday, Aug. 13 and Sunday, Aug. 14; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: Culpeper Regional Airport, 12517 Beverly Ford Road, Brandy Station Cost: WWII Warbird Rides Tickets: https://www. capitalwingwarbirdrides.org Info: WWII Warbird rides; live music; food trucks; prizes; raffles and more
Farmers market What: Archwood Green Barns Farmers Market When: Sunday, Aug. 14; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Archwood Green Barns, 4557 Old Tavern Road, The Plains Info: Vendors, crafters and more, 540253-5289
Coffee and cars What: Middleburg Coffee and Cars When: Saturday, Aug. 13; 7 to 9:30 a.m. Where: Middleburg Common Grounds, 114 W. Washington St., Middleburg Info: 540-687-7065 Volunteer day What: Volunteer day for invasive species removal When: Saturday, Aug. 13; 9 a.m. to noon Where: The Clifton Institute, 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton Cost: Free Info: Adults only and children ages 12 and up, accompanied by an adult Register: 540-341-3651 Live music What: Featuring Rob Eckes and Trey Hensley When: Saturday, Aug. 13; 8 to 10:30 p.m. Where: Drum and Strum, 102 Main St., Warrenton
Live music What: Featuring Chris Cassaday When: Saturday, Aug. 13; 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Where: Death Ridge Brewery, 5393 Higher Ground Trail, Jeffersonton Sunday, Aug. 14
History What: Program about spy pilot Francis Gary Powers When: Sunday, Aug. 14; 2 to 3 p.m. Where: John Barton Payne Community Hall, 2 Courthouse Square, Warrenton Cost: Free; no registration Concert What: Imagine Dragons Mercury World Tour When: Sunday, Aug. 14; 6:30 p.m. Where: Jiffy Lube Live, 7800 Cellar Door Drive, Bristow Tickets: www.ticketmaster.com Exercise What: Pound and Pour When: Sunday, Aug. 14; 11 to 11:45 a.m. Where: Barking Rose Brewery, 9057 Old Culpeper Road, Warrenton Cost: $20, includes a Pound workout (high energy, low impact) followed by a beer serving Info: Bring a yoga mat and bottle of water; weighted sticks provided; 540-
935-6206 Live music What: Featuring Bob Cook and Friends When: Sunday, Aug. 14; 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Where: Death Ridge Brewery, 5393 Higher Ground Trail, Jeffersonton Live music What: Featuring Ryan Jewel When: Sunday, Aug. 14; 1 to 5:30 p.m. Where: Barrel Oak Winery, 3623 Grove Lane, Delapane Live music What: Featuring Shane and Jackson When: Sunday, Aug. 14; 1 to 5 p.m. Where: Blue Valley Vineyard and Winery, 5535 Blue Valley Way, Delaplane Monday, Aug. 15 Suicide support What: Survivors for Life suicide support meeting When: Monday, Aug. 15; 7 to 8 p.m. Where: Rappahannock Rapidan Community Services, 15361 Bradford Road, Culpeper Info: Support group for those affected with loss of a loved one to suicide; contact Alan at 434-825-8913 or email: arasmussen@rrcsb.org Crafts What: Maker Monday When: Monday, Aug. 15; 4 to 5 p.m. Where: Middleburg Library, 101 Reed St., Middleburg Cost: Free Info: Craft project, 540-687-5730 Crafts What: Origami flowers for adults When: Monday, Aug. 15; all day Where: Warrenton Library, Bealeton Branch Library, John Marshall Branch Library Cost: Free Info: Pick up kit while supplies last Story time What: Family story time When: Monday, Aug. 15; 10:30 to 11 a.m. Where: Middleburg Library, 101 Reed St., Middleburg Info: For all ages with a caregiver Tuesday, Aug. 16 ESL Ccass What: ESOL-English language conversation group When: Tuesday, Aug. 16; 7 to 8 p.m. Where: Middleburg Library, 101 Reed St., Middleburg Cost: Free Info: Practice English through conversation and games in small group setting; for all levels; 540-687-5730 See CALENDAR, page 13
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Wednesday, Aug. 17
Book Club What: Mystery Book Club to discuss “The Eighth Detective” by Alex Pavesi When: Thursday, Aug. 18; noon to 1 p.m. Where: John Barton Payne Community Hall, 2 Courthouse Square, Warrenton Cost: Free Info: Virtual event Join: email pamela.lovera@ fauquiercounty.gov or 540-422-8500, ext. 2
Book club What: Bealeton Book Club to discuss “The Lost Girls of Paris” by Pam Jenoff When: Wednesday, Aug. 17; 2:30 to 4 p.m. Where: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive, Bealeton Info: Refreshments provided; no registration required Fundraiser What: Dining for Dollars When: Wednesday, Aug. 17; 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Where: Foster’s Grille, 20 Broadview Ave., Warrenton Info: Scholarship fundraiser for Miss Fauquier
Networking What: Fauquier Chamber Young Professionals Lunch and Learn When: Thursday, Aug. 18; 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: Genesis Restoration and Exteriors, 101 E. Marshall St., Remington Cost: Free Info: Bring lunch; members and non-
members welcome Advance registration: https://www. fauquierchamberva.chambermaster.com/ eventregistration/register/15139 Karaoke What: Open Mic/Karaoke When: Thursday, Aug. 18; 5 to 8 p.m. Where: Old Trade Brewery, 13270 Alanthus Road, Brandy Station Live music What: Back State Pass, featuring The WORX When: Thursday, Aug. 18; 5 to 9 p.m. Where: Beer Hound Brewery, 201 Waters Place, Culpeper Live music What: Featuring Acoustic Aubrey When: Thursday, Aug. 18; 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Where: Death Ridge Brewery, 5393 Higher Ground Trail, Jeffersonton
Friday, Aug. 19 Blood drive What: American Red Cross Drive When: Friday, Aug. 19; noon Where: Fauquier Hospital, 500 Hospital Drive, Warrenton Register: www.redcross.org or 1-800733-2767 Info: Enter main hospital entrance for screening and then go to Sycamore Room Live music What: Featuring Scott Kurt When: Friday, Aug. 19; 6 to 8 p.m. Where: Old Bust Head Brewing Company, 7134 Farm Station Road, Warrenton Live music What: Featuring Justin Suede When: Friday, Aug. 19; 6 to 9 p.m. Where: Denim and Pearls, 29 Main St., Warrenton
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF AN APPLICATION BY NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF AN APPLICATION BY VIRGINIA ELECTRIC AND POWER COMPANY VIRGINIA ELECTRIC AND POWER COMPANY D/B/A DOMINION ENERGY VIRGINIA D/B/A DOMINION ENERGY VIRGINIA FOR APPROVAL OF ADJUSTMENT CLAUSE: FOR APPROVAL OF A A RATE RATE ADJUSTMENT CLAUSE: RIDER POWER STATION STATION RIDERW, W, WARREN WARREN COUNTY COUNTY POWER CASE CASE NO. NO. PUR-2022-00090 PUR-2022-00090 •Virginia Electric and Power Companyd/b/a d/b/aDominion DominionEnergy EnergyVirginia Virginia (“Dominion”) (“Dominion”) has applied W.W. •Virginia Electric and Power Company applied for for approval approvaltotorevise reviseits itsrate rateadjustment adjustmentclause. clause.Rider Rider case. Dominion has asked theState StateCorporation CorporationCommission Commission(“Commission”) (“Commission”) to to approve approve Rider 31, 2024, forfor Rate Year 1, 1, •In•In thisthis case. Dominion has asked Rider W W for forthe therate rateyears yearsApril April1,1,2023, 2023,through throughMarch March 31, 2024, Rate Year April 2024, through Marchthe 31, 2025, for Rate Year 2. andand April 1, 1, 2024, through March 31, 2025, for Rate Year 2. •For Rate Year 1, Dominion requests a revenue requirement of $105,597,000, which would decrease the bill of a residential customer using 1,000 kilowatt hours of electricity per
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•A•A Hearing Examiner appointed shall by the willa.m. hold telephonic hearing case on January 10,floor 2023, at 10 a.m., for the ofBuilding, public witness testimony. hearing on the Application beCommission convened at 10 onaJanuary 11, 2023, in in thethis Commission’s second courtroom located in receipt the Tyler 1300 East Main Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219, to receive the testimony and evidence of the Company, any respondents, and the Staff.
•A hearing on the Application shall be convened at 10 a.m. on January 11, 2023, in the Commission’s second floor courtroom located in the Tyler Building, 1300 East Main Street, •Further information abouttothis case is on and the Commission website at: scc.virginia.gov/pages/CaseInformation. Richmond, Virginia 23219, receive theavailable testimony evidence of the Company, any respondents, and the Staff. On June 13, 2022, Virginia Electric Power on Company (“Dominion” or “Company”), pursuant to § 56-585.1 A 6 of the Code of Virginia (“Code”), and in accordance with the •Further information about this case isand available the Commission website at: scc.virginia.gov/pages/CaseInformation. State Corporation Commission’s (“Commission”) February 8, 2022 Final Order in Case No. PUR-2021-00115, filed with the Commission a biennial update of the Company’s rate
clause, Rider W (“Application”). Through its Application, the Company seeks to recover costs associated with the Warren County Power Station, a natural gas-fired Onadjustment June 13, 2022, Virginiagenerating Electric and Power Company (“Dominion” “Company”), pursuant § 56-585.1 A 6 County, of the Code of Virginia (“Code”), and in accordance with the combined-cycle electric facility, and associated transmissionorinterconnection facilities to located in Warren Virginia (collectively, the “Warren County Project” or State theCorporation “Project”). Commission’s (“Commission”) February 8, 2022 Final Order in Case No. PUR-2021-00115, filed with the Commission a biennial update of the Company’s rate adjustment clause, Rider W (“Application”). Through its Application, the Company seeks to recover costs associated with the Warren County Power Station, a natural gas-fired In Case No. PUE-2011-00042, thefacility, Commission approved Dominion’s and operation the Warren County Project and also approved a rate clause,Project” designatcombined-cycle electric generating and associated transmissionconstruction interconnection facilities of located in Warren County, Virginia (collectively, the adjustment “Warren County or Rider W, for the Company to recover costs associated with the development of the Project. The Warren County Project began commercial operations in December 2014. theed “Project”). thisNo. proceeding, Dominion the hasCommission asked the Commission Dominion’s to approve Rider W for theand rate years beginning April 1,County 2023, through March 31,approved 2024 (“Rate Year 1”) and April 1, 2024, In In Case PUE-2011-00042, of the Warren Project rate adjustment clause, designatMarch 31, 2025 (“Rate Year 2”). The approved two key components ofconstruction the proposed totaloperation revenue requirement for Rate Year 1 areand thealso Projected CostaRecovery Factor and the Actual ed through Rider W, for the Company to recover costs associated with the development of the Project. The Warren County Project began commercial operations in December 2014. Cost True-Up Factor. The proposed revenue requirement for Rate Year 2 is comprised only of the Projected Cost Recovery Factor. The Company is requesting a Projected Cost Recovery Factor revenue requirement of $109,444,000 for Rate Year 1 and $109,219,000 for Rate Year 2. The Company is requesting an Actual Cost True-Up Factor revenue
In requirement this proceeding, Dominion has the Commission W for theThus, rate years beginning 1, 2023, 31, 2024 Year and April 1, of ($3,847,000) for asked Rate Year 1, which is totobeapprove returnedRider to customers. the Company is April requesting totalthrough revenueMarch requirements for(“Rate recovery of 1”) $105,597,000 for2024, Rate Year 1, and $109,219,000 for Rate 2. key components of the proposed total revenue requirement for Rate Year 1 are the Projected Cost Recovery Factor and the Actual through March 31, 2025 (“Rate Year 2”). Year The two Cost True-Up Factor. The proposed revenue requirement for Rate Year 2 is comprised only of the Projected Cost Recovery Factor. The Company is requesting a Projected Cost If the proposed Rider Wrequirement for Rate Year 1$109,444,000 is approved, the on customer bills would depend onYear the customer’s rate schedule and usage. According Dominion, implementaRecovery Factor revenue ofYear forimpact Rate Year 1 and $109,219,000 for Rate 2.kilowatt The Company is month requesting an Actual Cost to True-Up Factor revenue tion of its proposed Rider W for Rate 1which wouldisdecrease the bill to of customers. a residentialThus, customer using 1,000 hours per by $0.38. Thefor reason for this decrease in cusrequirement of ($3,847,000) for Rate Year 1, to be returned the Company is requesting total revenue requirements recovery of $105,597,000 for tomer bills is that the revenue requirement presented for recovery over Rate Year 1 represents a decrease of $15,488,000 compared to the revenue requirement underlying the rates Rate Year 1,inand $109,219,000 for Rate Year 2. 2 impact would be an increase of $0.08 to residential customers from Rate Year 1 rates. The reason for this increase in customer currently effect. The corresponding Rate Year bills is that the revenue requirement presented for recovery over Rate Year 2 represents an increase of $3,622,000 compared to the revenue requirement underlying the rates proposed
If the proposed for Rate 1 is approved, the impact customerthe bills would depend the in customer’s rate schedule and usage. According implementato be in effectRider duringWRate Year Year 1. The Company indicates it hason calculated proposed Rider Won rates accordance with the same methodology as used to forDominion, rates approved by the in theRider mostW recent RiderYear W proceeding, Case No. tionCommission of its proposed for Rate 1 would decrease thePUR-2021-00115. bill of a residential customer using 1,000 kilowatt hours per month by $0.38. The reason for this decrease in customer bills is that the revenue requirement presented for recovery over Rate Year 1 represents a decrease of $15,488,000 compared to the revenue requirement underlying the rates Interested personsThe are corresponding encouraged to review the Application and supporting documents fortothe details ofcustomers these and other proposals. currently in effect. Rate Year 2 impact would be an increase of $0.08 residential from Rate Year 1 rates. The reason for this increase in customer bills is that the revenue requirement presented for recovery over Rate Year 2 represents an increase of $3,622,000 compared to the revenue requirement underlyingand thesupporting rates proposed TAKE NOTICE that the Commission may apportion revenues among customer classes and/or design rates in a manner differing from that shown in the Application to be in effect and during Thethat Company indicates has calculated the proposed Rider W rates in accordance with the same methodology as used for rates approved by the documents thusRate mayYear adopt1.rates differ from those it appearing in the Company’s Application and supporting documents. Commission in the most recent Rider W proceeding, Case No. PUR-2021-00115. On January 10, 2023, at 10 a.m., the Commission will hold a telephonic hearing, with no witness present in the Commission’s courtroom, for the purpose of receiving the testimony
of publicpersons witnesses. On or beforetoJanuary any person to offer testimony a public to the Commission (a) your name, and (b) the telephone Interested are encouraged review 6, the2023, Application anddesiring supporting documents forasthe detailswitness of theseshall and provide other proposals. number that you wish the Commission to call during the hearing to receive your testimony. This information may be provided to the Commission in three ways: (i) by filling out a
formNOTICE on the Commission’s website atmay scc.virginia.gov/pages/Webcasting; (ii) byclasses completing and emailing version of this from form that to SCCInfo@scc.virginia.gov; calling TAKE that thepublic Commission apportion revenues among customer and/or design ratesthe in PDF a manner differing shown in the Application or andbysupporting (804) 371-9141. hearing bethose webcast at scc.virginia.gov/pages/Webcasting. documents and thusThis may adoptwitness rates that differwill from appearing in the Company’s Application and supporting documents. On January 11, 2023, at 10 a.m., in the Commission’s second floor courtroom located in the Tyler Building, 1300 East Main Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219, the Hearing Examin-
OnerJanuary 10, 2023, at 10 a.m., the Commission will hold a related telephonic hearing, with no witness present inany therespondents, Commission’s for the Staff. purpose of receiving the testimony will convene a hearing to receive testimony and evidence to the Application from the Company, andcourtroom, the Commission’s of public witnesses. On or before January 6, 2023, any person desiring to offer testimony as a public witness shall provide to the Commission (a) your name, and (b) the telephone The Commission hasthe taken judicial notice ofduring the ongoing public to health issues related to the spread of the coronavirus, COVIDto19. Commission has taken certain anda number that you wish Commission to call the hearing receive your testimony. This information may be or provided theThe Commission in three ways: (i) byactions, filling out may actions going at forward, that could impact the procedures proceeding. with these actions, regard terms of the procedural framework esform ontake the additional Commission’s website scc.virginia.gov/pages/Webcasting; (ii)inbythis completing andConsistent emailing the PDF version of in this formtotothe SCCInfo@scc.virginia.gov; or by calling tablished below, the Commission will, among other things, direct the electronic filing of testimony and pleadings unless they contain confidential information, and require electronic (804) 371-9141. This public witness hearing will be webcast at scc.virginia.gov/pages/Webcasting. service on parties to this proceeding. OnAn January 11, 2023, at the 10 a.m., in the Commission’s second floor courtroom located in therequest Tyler Building, East Main Street, the Energy HearingService, Examinelectronic copy of Company’s Application may be obtained by submitting a written to counsel1300 for the Company, Lisa Richmond, R. Crabtree,Virginia Esquire, 23219, Dominion er will a hearing to Richmond, receive testimony evidence related to the Application from the Company, any respondents, and the Commission’s Staff. Inc., convene 120 Tredegar Street, Virginiaand 23219, or lisa.r.crabtree@dominionenergy.com. or before January 10, 2023, any interested maypublic file comments on the Application by following the instructions found on19. the The Commission’s website: scc.virginia.gov/ TheOnCommission has taken judicial notice of theperson ongoing health issues related to the spread of the coronavirus, or COVID Commission has taken certain actions, and casecomments/Submit-Public-Comments filingimpact such comments with the of the State Consistent Corporationwith Commission c/o Document Center, P.O.procedural Box 2118,framework Richmond,esmay take additional actions going forward, or thatbycould the procedures in Clerk this proceeding. these actions, in regard Control to the terms of the Virginia 23218-2118. All comments shall refer to Case No. PUR-2022-00090. tablished below, the Commission will, among other things, direct the electronic filing of testimony and pleadings unless they contain confidential information, and require electronic service parties to this27, proceeding. On oron before October 2021, any person or entity wishing to participate as a respondent in this proceeding may do so by filing a notice of participation at scc.virginia.gov/clk/efiling. Those unable, as a practical matter, to file a notice of participation electronically may file such notice by U.S. mail to the Clerk of the Commission at the address above. Such
Annotice electronic copy of theshall Company’s Application may beofobtained by submitting a written to counsel for the Company, Lisa R. Crabtree, Esquire, Dominion on Energy Service, of participation include the email addresses such parties or their counsel. Therequest respondent simultaneously shall serve a copy of the notice of participation counsel to 120 the Company. Pursuant to Rule 5Virginia VAC 5-20-80 as a respondent, of the Commission’s Rules of Practice, any notice of participation shall set forth: (i) a precise Inc., Tredegar Street, Richmond, 23219,B,orParticipation lisa.r.crabtree@dominionenergy.com. statement of the interest of the respondent; (ii) a statement of the specific action sought to the extent then known; and (iii) the factual and legal basis for the action. Any organization,
or government body as a respondent must be represented by counsel required the by Rule 5 VAC 5-20-30, of the Rules of Practice. All filings Oncorporation, or before January 10, 2023, anyparticipating interested person may file comments on the Application byasfollowing instructions found onCounsel, the Commission’s website: scc.virginia.gov/ shall refer to Case No. PUR-2022-00090.or by filing such comments with the Clerk of the State Corporation Commission c/o Document Control Center, P.O. Box 2118, Richmond, casecomments/Submit-Public-Comments Virginia 23218-2118. All comments shallrespondent refer to Case On or before November 17, 2023, each mayNo. filePUR-2022-00090. with the Clerk of the Commission, at scc.virginia.gov/clk/efiling, any testimony and exhibits by which the respondent expects to establish its case. Any respondent unable, as a practical matter, to file testimony and exhibits electronically may file such by U.S. mail to the Clerk of the Commission at
Onthe or address before October 27, 2021, persontestimony or entity wishing to participate as not a respondent in this proceeding may do by filing a notice of participation scc.virginia.gov/clk/efillisted above. Eachany witness’s shall include a summary to exceed one page. All testimony andsoexhibits shall be served on the Staff,atthe Company, and all respondents simultaneously with its In all of filings, respondents shall comply with Commission’s Rules ofto Practice, including 5 VAC 5-20-140, andabove. service;Such and ing.other Those unable, as a practical matter, to filing. file a notice participation electronically may filethe such notice by U.S. mail the Clerk of the Commission at theFiling address 5 VAC 5-20-240, Prepared testimony and exhibits. All shall refer to Case No. PUR-2022-00090. notice of participation shall include the email addresses offilings such parties or their counsel. The respondent simultaneously shall serve a copy of the notice of participation on counsel to the Company. Pursuant to Rule 5 VAC 5-20-80 B, Participation as a respondent,inof thedocket Commission’s Rules of Practice, any notice of participation shall as setmodified forth: (i)byathe precise Any documents filed inofpaper form with the of the Clerk of the Commission this may use known; both sides the the paper. In all other respects, except statement of the interest the respondent; (ii)Office aallstatement of the specific sought to the extent andofCopies (iii) factual and basis for the action. Any organization, Commission’s Order for Notice and Hearing, filings shall comply fullyaction with the requirements of 5then VAC 5-20-150, and format, oflegal the Commission’s Rules of Practice. corporation, or government body participating as a respondent must be represented by counsel as required by Rule 5 VAC 5-20-30, Counsel, of the Rules of Practice. All filings shall to Case No.ofPUR-2022-00090. Therefer public version the Company’s Application and other documents filed in this case, the Commission’s Rules of Practice, and the Commission’s Order for Notice and Hearing may be viewed on the Commission’s website at: scc.virginia.gov/pages/Case-Information.
On or before November 17, 2023, each respondent may file with the Clerk of the Commission, at scc.virginia.gov/clk/efiling, any testimony and exhibits by which the respondent AND expects to establish its case. Any respondent unable, as a practicalVIRGINIA matter, to ELECTRIC file testimony andPOWER exhibits COMPANY electronically may file such by U.S. mail to the Clerk of the Commission at D/B/A not DOMINION the address listed above. Each witness’s testimony shall include a summary to exceed ENERGY one page. VIRGINIA All testimony and exhibits shall be served on the Staff, the Company, and all other respondents simultaneously with its filing. In all filings, respondents shall comply with the Commission’s Rules of Practice, including 5 VAC 5-20-140, Filing and service; and 5 VAC 5-20-240, Prepared testimony and exhibits. All filings shall refer to Case No. PUR-2022-00090. Any documents filed in paper form with the Office of the Clerk of the Commission in this docket may use both sides of the paper. In all other respects, except as modified by the Commission’s Order for Notice and Hearing, all filings shall comply fully with the requirements of 5 VAC 5-20-150, Copies and format, of the Commission’s Rules of Practice.
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What can we learn from Loudoun about data centers? Fauquier and Warrenton residents must speak up and reject approval of the Amazon Data Center on Blackwell Road and oppose Dominion Energy’s plans to build high-capacity transmission lines along our historic and scenic roadways for this inappropriate data center development. Our neighbor, Loudoun County, has long encouraged nearly unbridled development of data centers, but it is now having second thoughts. We should learn from Loudoun’s experience. Despite a decade of explosive development, making Loudoun the data center capital of the world, its supervisors are warning residents of a tight budget next year and possibly higher taxes. Today, Loudoun is trying to curb future data center development, especially in rural areas and along Route 7, the gateway to Leesburg, Loudoun’s historic county seat. Dominion also recently announced constraints on delivering power for data center growth in Loudoun, although major transmission lines already crisscross much of the county. Meanwhile, Fauquier and Warrenton, along with Prince William
and Culpeper counties, may be too eager to avail themselves of the tax revenue benefits associated with data centers, while ignoring the costs they impose on their communities. It appears that instead of confining data center development to the industrial areas set aside for it in Vint Hill and Remington, Fauquier and Warrenton might be willing to allow Amazon to build anywhere landowners are willing to sell to the highest bidder, including mixed use and historic areas. As Dominion ratepayers, we will be paying for ugly transmission lines along our historic gateways and neighborhoods to feed data centers’ voracious, fossil-fuels appetite. The idea of burying the power lines is likely a mirage. It would be unprecedented for the State Corporation Commission to approve placing underground the entire high-capacity power line and for Amazon, rather than tax and rate payers, to absorb the cost. Where is the strategic study and public input on Fauquier and Warrenton’s future with data centers? To learn from Loudoun’s data
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center experience, Fauquier and Warrenton need to: • Follow our comprehensive plans, rather than “spot zone/rezone” for scattered data centers (“mixed use” in the comp plans does not include data centers); • Protect scenic gateways and roadways that do not have the power infrastructure to sustain data centers; • Limit our dependence on data centers for tax revenues; • Independently analyze estimated data center tax revenues based on the actual landlords and tenants; • Adopt modern, data center-specif-
ic building standards that address high-quality design, environmental sustainability and proximity to residential and retail areas; and • Reject pressure to rezone and permit data center development in a scattershot and inappropriate manner. Only by learning from Loudoun’s past and having a transparent, public discussion can Fauquier and Warrenton thoughtfully consider their futures and control data center developments, rather than be controlled by them. LORI KEENAN MCGUINNESS Marshall Fauquier chair, Goose Creek Association
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ORNDORFF NAMED FAUQUIER BOYS BASKETBALL COACH
Fauquier High’s new boys basketball coach is Jordan Orndorff, who previously was JV boys coach at Rappahannock County. Liberty is looking for girls lacrosse and girls soccer coaches to replace Amy Lacey and Marc Costanzo, respectively. Kettle Run is looking for indoor and outdoor track coaches to replace Myraida Davis.
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SILVERNALE, PANCIONE ARE 2022 FAUQUIER TIMES HIGHLAND SCHOOL ATHLETES OF THE YEAR Star catcher Garrett Pancione will go down in history as one of the greatest baseball players in Highland history. He was state Player of the Year, helped the Hawks win the 2022 VISAA Division 2 title and will play at Radford. He’s 2022 Fauquier Times Highland Boys Athlete of the Year.
Juliana Silvernale put up monster stats and won two state titles during her wonderful girls lacrosse career. The 2022 Fauquier Times Highland School Girls Athlete of the Year will play at York College of Pennsylvania. FAUQUIER TIMES STAFF PHOTOS/COY FERRELL
Inspired by her older brother Jack, Juliana became a Hawk lacrosse legend By Abby Zimmardi
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Juliana Silvernale’s intimidating presence on the lacrosse field often left rival goalies wondering from what angle her next goal would come from. Over her five-year Highland School career, Silvernale scored 145 goals, including an eye-popping 63 as a senior. The dangerous 5-foot-5 midfielder played an important role in the Hawks’ 2018 and 2019 state championship squads and helped Highland make the state semifinals each of her last two seasons. Coupled with her
contributions in field hockey, Silvernale is 2022 Fauquier Times Highland School Girls Athlete of the Year. Silvernale, who played Highland lacrosse as an eighth grader, was the Greater Piedmont Athletic Conference Player of the Year as a senior and will play lacrosse at York College of Pennsylvania, an NCAA Division III program located about three hours away. “I know she’s going to do well, and I can’t wait to see what she does,” said Highland girls field hockey and lacrosse coach Kristen Conques. See SILVERNALE, page 19
Garrett’s meritorious baseball career ends in state championship glory By Jason S. Rufner
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No one knows Highland School’s rise to a baseball state championship better than Garrett Pancione. The Hawks’ record holder for most games played, Pancione has been a team standout for five years. This year the catcher closed his career in a blaze of glory. The Radford University recruit was named the VISAA Division II Player of the Year, becoming the first Hawk ever to earn that honor. He racked up a .333 batting average and posted a .936 on-base-plus-slugging percentage, slamming eight ex-
tra-base hits and knocking in 31 runs. But nothing tops the way the season ended as the Hawks went 29-2 and vanquished Greenbriar Christian 10-7 to finally claim their first state crown. Pancione tripled off the wall as Highland beat the same team that edged them in the 2021 championship game. “We finally got it done,” proclaimed Pancione, whose Hawks also lost in the 2020 final. “We stuck together as a team, everyone did their jobs, got a lot of key hits, and our seniors came up big for us.” See PANCIONE, page 18
Move to Class 3 could boost Falcons’, Cougars’ postseason prospects Reclassification ends playoff matchups with bigger Loudoun County schools By Fred Hodge
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Traditional local powerhouses like the Fauquier High softball team will make runs at Class 3 championships beginning in 2023-24.
Fauquier and Kettle Run figure to enjoy a competitive advantage by dropping down to the Class 3 level of the Northwestern District starting in 2023-24. No longer will the Falcons and Cougars run into dominant Class 4 schools from the dreaded Dulles District. Featuring superior youth feeder programs, Loudoun County schools frequently ended potential Class 4 state tournament runs by FHS and KRHS so quickly that it became demoralizing. “Competitive-wise, I think it will be beneficial to us,” Fauquier High director of student
activities Mark Ott. “It should help all of our sports, wrestling, football, softball, everybody.” While Liberty will remain in the Class 4 Northwestern District, Fauquier is now the largest Class 3 member of the Northwestern District, with Kettle Run second. They’re joining a reformulated Class 3 Region B. Facing Class 3 foes could give the powerful Fauquier softball and boys lacrosse squads a less daunting path in region play. Nearby Brentsville, which is solid in many sports, will become an intriguing new district rival in the race to make the Class 3 state tournament. In football, Kettle Run’s two-time Northwestern District champion team, which has lost at home to lower seeded Dulles schools the past two seasons, figures to also enjoy the move down. In swimming, Kettle Run should be even stronger in the new construct. See CLASS 3, page 20
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As a senior, Garrett Pancione hit .333 with a .936 on-baseplus-slugging percentage. He played five years at Highland and watched the program emerge as one of the best in the state, public or private. “Garrett, to me, is a legend,” says coach Micah Higgins. FAUQUIER TIMES STAFF PHOTO/COY FERRELL
You don’t run on Garrett Pancione: Hawks’ ace catcher will play at Radford PANCIONE, from page 17 Pancione, who is 2022 Fauquier Times Highland School Boys Athlete of the Year, caught all 31 games and threw out 68% of attempted base stealers with a pop time — the time between receiving the ball and getting it to second base — of 1.9 seconds, better than some MLB catchers. “Garrett, to me, is a legend,” Highland head coach Micah Higgins said. “Great ballplayer, but even better young man. He’ll always be remembered as our leader when we won our first state championship.”
Which sport to focus on?
The solidly built 5-foot-11, 195-pound Pancione played the three traditional sports growing up, with football in the fall, basketball in winter, and baseball in springtime. By the time he’d reached his freshman year, he’d settled on one. “Highland didn’t offer football, so I stopped playing,” he said. “In basketball, I was only about 5-11, so I had to stop that dream, ya know? So I had to focus on baseball, and it kind of took off.” Football was Pancione’s first love, and may still be. He dedicates Sundays in autumn to the NFL. “I loved playing football,” said Pancione, who played linebacker and fullback. “I loved tackling. Me and my older brother were always wrestling, so I felt like it was kind of my calling. I liked hitting people.” He got into Fauquier Youth Football at age 5, influenced by his father Paul and older brother Gavin, both former Fauquier High players. Eventually he played travel football with the Fauquier Wolfpack, helping that team win a state title when he was 11. Around age 10 he picked up basketball at the urging of longtime local coach Pat Brizzi, father of former Highland guard Angelo Brizzi, now playing for Villanova University. He’d known the younger Brizzi from their time playing youth football together. “It was mainly to keep me in shape, but I kind of fell in love with it,” said Pancione, a shooting guard. He fondly recalls being part of a hoops championship in the Warrenton Youth Sports Club when he was 13. “It wasn’t such a serious thing, but I loved being out there with my friends.”
Baseball wins out
Ever since his father enrolled him in T-ball at age 4, Pancione has had an affinity for the diamond. “I’m a catcher, so I love being involved in every single play,” he said. “You’ve got to be on top of things, call pitches, know what you’re going to do with the ball, stuff like that. I fell in love with the mental side of the game.” Pancione was a sixth grader when Higgins got his first look at him. “He made a diving play at third base, got up on his knees, and threw the guy out. I said, ‘Wow, who is this kid?’’’ He came up through Fauquier Babe Ruth Baseball, then at age 9 got into elite travel ball with the Manassas-based Virginia Stars. “I came from the Fauquier leagues and I was better than pretty much all the kids,” he said. “Then I started playing with the Stars and all the kids were as good as me, if not better. It was a little shocking. It showed me I needed to start working harder to keep up.” With the Stars, Pancione traveled as far away as Florida, Alabama, and Arizona for tournaments. He played first base at first, but transitioned back to catcher at age 12. Pancione brings a football mentality behind the plate, resolving to block everything and “put your body on the line,” he said. He describes himself as a “pitcher’s catcher.” “I love helping my pitchers stay dialed in, keep them in focus,” he said. “My main goal is to make them look good.”
From Highland to the Highlanders
Pancione still lives on the 30-acre farm where he grew up, but he’ll soon relocate to Radford University to play baseball and study business. Growing up in a rustic environment, with chores and hard work the order of the day, Pancione learned toughness. “My dad is the hardest working man I’ve ever known. When he’s not at work, he’s outside fixing something,” he said. “He taught me that if you want something, you have to go get it.” Pancione takes his own blue collar work ethic into the collegiate ranks. He’s already begun on-campus classes and workouts. “I always wanted to play Division I college baseball,” he said. “Radford is close to home, but
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-Family: Dad Paul is a supervisor for Columbia Gas who played football and baseball and wrestled at Fauquier High School. Mom Kristie is a realtor with Long & Foster who played softball and volleyball at Fauquier High School, and also did gymnastics. Brother Gavin, 21, is a diesel mechanic at a shop in Sumerduck who played football at Fauquier High School. Sister Grier, 13, plays basketball, soccer, volleyball, and gymnastics, and may be the best athlete in the family. -Pronunciation guide: PON-zee-own. -Hometown: “Warrenton. I’ve lived on the same farm my whole life.” -Numbers game: “I’ve worn No. 8 all my life because my dad is a big Cal Ripken fan.” -Favorite hobby: “Fishing. We have a pond on the farm where I like to fish.” -College/major: “Playing baseball at Radford and studying business. I fell in love with real estate going out with my mom to see houses.” -Favorite teams: Dallas Cowboys/Texas Rangers. “I need Ezekiel Elliot to get going this year.” -Favorite athlete: “Christian Yelich. I can watch his swing for hours.” -Nickname: “My mom and my grandmother call me Boo-Boo, because I was a chunky baby like Boo-Boo Bear. My dad and teammates call me G.” -Most used phone app/video game: Snapchat/ Fortnite. -Favorite movie: “Step Brothers My cousin Nick, who plays baseball at Shenandoah University, and I can quote that movie word-for-word.” -Favorite food: “Mom’s chicken casserole, with rice, melted cheese, and mushrooms.” -Favorite restaurant: “Osaka Japanese Steakhouse. I always get the steak, shrimp, and fried rice.” not too close, and it’s got a good program. I’m just excited to get down there, work as hard as I can, and get some playing time.” Pancione already has aspirations beyond college ball. “The main goal is to play pro baseball. That’s been my goal ever since I was a kid, was to play professional sports,” he said. “I think I got a good chance if I keep working hard. I’m going all in for baseball.”
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Juliana Silvernale plans to join her brother Jack, 23, in a law enforcement career. Dad Buce is a retired detective and mom Gina an intelligence analyst.
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Silvernale always looked up to her older brother Jack, a Highland lacrosse star who played at Randolph-Macon College. “I was dragged to all of my brother’s tournaments and games, and I was just so sick of lacrosse 24/7 from his side, but then when I started playing it, I just fell in love with it,” she said. Jack, who is over four years older, acknowledges how diligently his sister trains. “She worked out hard. Always practicing, always asking for me to help her with stuff, and trying to improve and get better so that she could try to one up me,” said Jack, who is training for a career in law enforcement like their father Bruce. Bruce, a retired detective, recalled Jack doing 30 sit-ups when Jack was 10 and Juliana wanting to copy him. “She whipped out 120 sit-ups, and goes, ‘Is this how you do it?’ And it totally deflated him because she could have kept going. She just got bored and stopped. It was funnier than heck,” he said. The siblings used to train in lacrosse together and Jack still gives Juliana drills and sends her videos of trick shots. “Next thing you know, she’ll be doing that in one of the games,” he said.
63 goals as a senior
In lacrosse, Silvernale was an often unstoppable force who tallied 63 goals and eight assists as a senior. Silvernale also handled many faceoffs for the Hawks. For her career, she totaled 58 assists, a vital job that showed her feistiness and talent. 89 draw controls, 76 ground balls and 30 caused turnovers. She made all-conference three times and all-state team three times. “She has this amazing ability to set up plays and set up space for others to get these great goals, and she is just very unselfish in that way,” Conques said. “She gets as much joy from an assist as she does from a goal.” A midfielder in field hockey, Silver-
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-Family: Mom Gina is a senior staff intelligence analyst at Maxar Technologies. Dad Bruce is a retired detective. Brother Jack, 23, is a former college lacrosse player and in the Alexandria Police Academy. -Positions: Was midfielder in field hockey. Was attacker in lacrosse until sophomore year, midfielder from sophomore year until senior year and also did the draws. -Nickname: Jules, but pronounced WHOO–LZ, Julio or just “J.” -Pregame rituals: “The morning of a game day, we always go to Starbucks and get the same drink. We’re a very superstitious team, so you have to do the same thing until you lose, and then you can change it.” Juliana’s drink choice: Double chocolate chip frappuccino with no whipped cream. -Favorite sports teams: Syracuse women’s lacrosse and Green Bay Packers football. -Favorite athletes: “Kayla Treanor. She used to play lacrosse for Syracuse and now she is the head coach at Syracuse. She’s one of the most creative attackers ever in women’s lacrosse, and I just love watching her play. I always try to learn from her.” -Favorite TV/movie: “Friends”/“High School Musical.” -Favorite food: Shepherd’s pie. -College/major: Will attend York (Pa.) College and study psychology. “I want to go into law enforcement to either do something with criminal profiling or study forensic psychology.” nale scored five goals and had five assists, making her a leading scorer. She also made all-conference three times. Silvernale showed dedication to her teammates and her craft. “Her ability to think of others in plays as a team and not as an individual, is one of her strengths – probably her strongest strength,” her dad Bruce said. “She has a very keen eye to the field, and she understands multiple steps in the games.” See SILVERNALE, page 20
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Off the field, Silvernale is involved in Morgan’s Message, a group inspired by the suicide of former Kettle Run lacrosse star Morgan Rodgers. It’s aimed at educating and advocating for the mental health of student-athletes. “Juliana is very passionate. She did what she needed to do to make sure Morgan’s Message was part of Highland, and she really wanted to be part of that and take the lead on that,” said her mother Gina. Silvernale was captain for both field hockey and lacrosse her senior year and easily gained the respect of her teammates. “She empowers others [and] inspires them to want to be better, and she doesn’t say it in a way to make anybody feel bad about themselves; she really encourages them to try something new,” Conques said.
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Special to the Fauquier Times
Travel may be the greatest drawback to the realignments at the regional level, with Liberty adding much longer road trips. With Fauquier and Kettle Run moving to Class 3, Liberty’s nearest regional venue is Orange County at 33.9 miles, with the four Winchester area schools and Charlottesville and Monticello being between 53 and 69 miles from Bealeton. The seven other potential regional trips then jump dramatically. Amherst would be the shortest of those journeys at 111 miles all the way to 210 to Blacksburg. There may be a remedy for the Eagles’ potentially expensive and time-consuming journeys: dividing
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Scoop and score: Juliana Silvernale had 145 career goals as a Hawk Silvernale’s sophomore lacrosse season was lost due to COVID-19, which is usually when the recruitment process begins, and she officially committed to York after her junior year season ended. She plans on majoring in psychology and hopes to work in law enforcement and do criminal profiling or forensic psychology. “We know that she’s going to the school that she’s meant to go to,” Gina said. “We’re all so excited for her.” High School League’s point system, with the number of regional qualifiers still to be determined.
Liberty stays in Class 4
Liberty, which will remain at the district’s Class 4 level along with James Wood, Handley, Millbrook and probably Sherando, will continue district tournaments. “We will still have tournaments,” Dean Spahr, Liberty’s director of student activities, said last week. “Class 3 teams don’t because they advance so many to the region.” Making regions also changes for the Eagles. The smaller Class 4 Northwestern District will have two fewer schools to overcome to advance to the regional level. Plus, Loudoun County’s programs will be in a different region. the far flung region into two more compact pods. “There could be [two divisions]”, said Dean Spahr, Liberty’s director of student activities. “I hope there is. It would make it much easier.”
Class 3 travel
Travel would not be as daunting for the Falcons and Cougars. Potential trips are closer, such as Brentsville, Manassas Park and Culpeper, all under 30 miles. Warren County, Skyline, James Monroe and Meridian lie in the 3040 mile range before the distances jump to 90-95 miles for Goochland, Thomas Jefferson and Armstrong. Schools also may have to hit the road for one-time regional events in cross county, indoor and outdoor track, wrestling, swimming, competition cheerleading and golf.
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HORSE BRIEFS TWO VIRGINIA RIDERS NAMED TO U.S. WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS SQUAD Local event riders Will Coleman and Lauren Nicholson are headed to the 2022 World Championships in Rome, Italy Sept. 15 to 18. They join three other American riders that qualified for the U.S. three-day eventing team. Gordonsville-based Coleman rides his 13-yearold Irish Sport Horse gelding Off The Record, with Nicholson, who lives in The Plains, partnering Jackie Mars’ 15-year-old Anglo-Arab gelding, Vermiculus. Also making the squad are Ariel Grald and Leamore Master Plan, Boyd Martin and Tsetserleg and Tamra Smith with Mai Baum. Phillip Dutton travels to Italy with Z, owned in part by David and Patricia Vos of Delaplane, as the reserve pair. Each country can send up to five riders – four team members and one individual. The best three scores will count for the team. The final four selected to represent the U.S. as a team will be confirmed after the first horse inspection at the competition. Off The Record had two first-place finishes at the four-star level in 2021, one on U.S. soil at the Carolina International and the other at Aachen, Germany. He was sixth at Aachen this year, third at Luhmuhlen, Germany in June. Vermiculus and Nicholson finished fourth in the five-star at Luhmulen, and placed in the top 15 at the Maryland five-star last year. Follow the action, including instant results at pratoni2022.it/en, and check out streaming options at usef.org.
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Two Virginia three-day eventers have made the U.S. team headed to Rome for the World Championships next month. Gordonsville’s Wll Coleman, left, rides Off The Record, with Lauren Nicholson of The Plains partnering Jackie Mars’ Vermiculus. JUMPER CLASSIC RETURNS TO UPPERVILLE The sixth annual Piedmont Jumper Classic is scheduled for Sept. 29 to Oct. 2 at the Salem Farm showgrounds in Upperville. Find a class schedule at piedmontclassic.org. PONY RACING CLINIC SCHEDULED IN CHARLOTTESVILLE THIS MONTH U.S. Pony Racing is hosting a series of clinics along with a series of junior race events this fall. Locally, young riders and ponies are invited to attend a clinic Aug. 20 in Charlottesville. The Oct. 2 Foxfield Races are offering pony races for the first time, with the pony events running before the National Steeplechase Association-sanctioned card. Other races are Aug. 28 to 29 at the Maryland
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TEDxWarrenton looking for partner for Sept. 24 event TEDxWarrenton organizers are seeking an inaugural partner to help plan a successful event for the community on Sept. 24, at Highland School’s Center for the Arts. The independently organized event, licensed by TED, will feature 12 speakers focused on the theme of Believe In. Tickets are now available. Partnerships assist with expenses for speaker-related travel, housing and food expenses. The speakers are not paid to speak, but sometimes they incur travel and miscellaneous expenses. Additionally, partnerships assist with marketing, advertising,
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School board candidate Josh Erdossy says parents deserve to be heard ERDOSSY, from page 7 Developing a plan to get students up to speed socially and academically is difficult. “I don’t think that’s something I can solve in a year, but that’s something we need to work on.” Students must be at grade level in English, math and science if they are to succeed in life, but who wants to cut into time for music, art and other classes that enrich kids’ lives? he asked. “It’s not that teachers aren’t focusing on the basics, but is there a way to adjust something to get these scores up, those literacy rates up?” Adding new curricula around mental health or cyberbullying, as some suggest, may not be the best solution because it means something else must go. Teachers have limited
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Who: Josh Erdossy Education: Bachelor’s degree in political science from University of Central Florida; master’s of science in Peace and Stability Operations from George Mason University; currently pursuing Executive Leadership MBA at James Madison University. Age: 43 Home: New Baltimore time to teach core subjects without heaping more onto their plates, Erdossy said. The issue is especially pressing for students with learning disabilities. “It’s an issue that makes my ears perk up, especially giving kids
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OBITUARIES Kimberly Sue Metz Kimberly Sue Metz, 60, of Culpeper passed away Thursday, August 4, 2022 with her mom and dad holding her hands. She was born August 27, 1961 in Fairfax to Charles and Sandra Orye. Kim retired from the town of Warrenton after 37 years as a secretary of Public Works. Everyone knew her from playing bingo in Culpeper. Kim loved playing the “Rip” tickets. Everyone who knew Kim, loved Kim. In addition to her parents, she is survived by one sister, Karen E. Keyser; one sister-in-law, Cheryl Ann Orye; one niece, Amy Wood (John); three nephews, Steven Orye (Sarah), Kevin Orye, and Ryan Keyser; her three special bingo friends, Cat, Edna and Jenie; three stepchildren; and several step grandchildren. Kim is preceded in death by her first husband, David T. Brown; her second husband, Noah J. Metz; and one brother, Douglas William Orye. A visitation will be held Thursday, August 11, 2022 from 12 pm until 2 pm with a time to share memories of Kim at Found and Sons Funeral Chapel, 850 Sperryville Pike, Culpeper, VA 22701 Interment at Fairview Cemetery will be private. In lieu of flowers, consider making a donation in Kim’s memory to Culpeper County Fire and Rescue Squad Association, 14022 Public Safety Court, Culpeper, VA 22701. An online guestbook and tribute wall are available at www. foundandsons.com Found and Sons Funeral Chapel of Culpeper is serving the family.
Rev. Charles Daniel Sinclair, Jr. Rev. Charles Daniel Sinclair, Jr., 91 of Warrenton, Virginia passed away on Tuesday, July 26, 2022. He was born in Washington, D.C. on February 8, 1931, to the late Charles D. Sinclair, Sr., and Nellie J. Gossom Sinclair. In addition to his parents, Rev. Sinclair was preceded in death by his first wife of 63 years, Carol Melton Sinclair and his son, Stephen Wayne Sinclair. In his long career as a Baptist Minister, Charles was the pastor of churches in North Carolina and Virginia. After serving as the Pastor of Trinity Baptist Church in Arlington, Virginia for 35 years, he joined the North Star Church Network as the Staff Liaison for Rural Churches. He was a member of the Warrenton Baptist Church. Everyone knew him as Charlie, except his mother who called him Charles Jr. Charlie dedicated his life to serving the Lord. Over his long life, he helped countless people and positively influenced many, both in his work as a pastor, and as a friend. He was devoted to his family; a loving son, husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Charlie loved every baby or child he ever encountered and would rarely fail to stop and do something silly to make them smile. He loved animals and birds, he loved the company of many dogs over time and bird seed was frequently on his Christmas list. Charlie never knew a day without humor. He loved to share jokes that were always corny. He loved to tease and would laugh without restraint when the teasing came back. Charlie had a beautiful tenor voice and was a member of the Warrenton Chorale for many years. It was very common for him to sing hymns including The Lord’s Prayer and How Great Thou Art during church service, weddings, funerals and special occasions. There was rarely a dry eye listening to Charlie sing. He shared his love of the Lord in this, and countless other ways. He is survived by his wife, Georgine Rhodes; his children, Jeannette Flax, Edward Sinclair and Marie Dennis; six grandchildren CJ, Jamie, Brian, Ray, Crystal and Megan; and two great grandchildren, Myles and Frankie. The family will receive friends on Thursday, August 11 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Moser Funeral Home, 233 Broadview Avenue, Warrenton, Virginia. Funeral services will take place on Friday, August 12 at 10:00 AM at Moser Funeral Home, followed by interment at Stonewall Memory Gardens in Manassas, Virginia. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www. moserfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, the family requests you consider donating to Guidestone Mission Dignity. This charity supports retirement-age Southern Baptist ministers, widows and workers whose income is insufficient to meet their needs. Guidestone Mission Dignity, 5005 LBJ Freeway, Suite 2200, Dallas, TX 75244; https://www.guidestone.org/Mission-Dignity/About-Us
Henri Joseph Vellmure Henri Joseph Vellmure went to his eternal rest on July 25, 2022. Henri joined his beloved wife Theresa Ann (Tommony) of 73 years who preceded him in death on January 7, 2021. Henri was born in Denver Colorado on May 13, 1926, to the late Henri Joseph Sr. and Frances (O’Grady) Vellmure. He attended Jesuit parochial school and following High School attended University of Denver for two years. His engineering skills were evident even in his early years when he built his first crystal radio. Mid way through university he decided to pursue a career in the United States Army, where he would spend 20 plus years and retire as a Master Sargent. While, stationed at Governor’s Island New York he attended a USO dance where he met his future wife. Not long after, they married in NYC on May 18, 1947. While living in New York their first daughter Mary was born. Henri was then shipped out to fight in the Korean War, where he would spend approximately 18 months there. After, returning from the war they spent time stationed in Massachusetts, Virginia, New Jersey, and Georgia where their second daughter Theresa was born. The Army then decided they needed his skills in Germany so off to Europe the family went. It was quite the adventure since this was taking place during the cold war and the Berlin conflict. Suitcases were ready and packed including C rations, as the potential for evacuation loomed. But in the quieter times Henri and family traveled all over Europe, including Austria, Italy, and Belgium where they were able to attend the Brussels World Fair. Henri so loved to travel, and languages came as easy to him as breathing. He could hear someone speak and would pick up the language almost immediately. Following the end of his tour in Germany he was transferred back to Fort Monmouth, New Jersey. He was assigned to the Hexagon where he worked on a variety of projects including on one of the first main frame computers used during the Vietnam era. After, Fort Monmouth new orders came in for him to take his family to Taipei Taiwan. While there he oversaw communications for the Army on the island. Not long after arriving in Taiwan the island was hit with the biggest Typhoon in 25 years. While his family was in a hotel Henri was on top of Gold Mountain watching the island being hit by winds and rain that devastated the island. He later told his family his fear was that they were lost. Fortunately, all survived, and they lived there for another two years. Henri was transferred back to Fort Monmouth where in 1967 he decided it was time to leave the military and pursue a career in the public sector. That led him to work for Bell Laboratories (AT&T) in Holmdel New Jersey. He was in the Research and Development area where he worked on the beginning of what is now known as fiber optics. He also worked on video phones. He was very proud of the work he did there. Following a 20-year career at the Labs he retired, and he and Theresa decided to buy an RV and do some traveling until they settled in Lighthouse Point and then Boca Raton, Florida where they lived for over 25 years. Henri was an active member of the Elks Lodge in Pompano Beach. He held officer positions as Treasurer and Exulted Leader. He obtained lifetime status. During this time, Henri was also greatly involved in the Army 17TH Signal Battalion Retirees Association, serving as webmaster for many years. Henri and Theresa travelled extensively both in the US and abroad with St. Thomas being a favorite destination. Besides the many charity functions that both he and Theresa were involved in Henri had a passion for woodworking. Every year at Christmas you could always count on a new piece of his Christmas village. One of the last projects he made was a to scale replica of the Eiffel Tower. He used the same schematic as the original architect. Henri also enjoyed photography, gardening, and genealogy. Even into his 90’s Henri enjoyed painting bird houses to be sold for donations to Alzheimer’s Research. Henri was a dedicated and loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He is survived by his daughters Mary Vellmure of Altoona, Wisconsin, and Theresa Peck (Gary) of Haymarket, Virginia as well as grandchildren Craig Thompson, Stephanie Yohey (Matt) and Gregory Peck (Shea) and greatgrandchildren Devin, Dominic, Carsyn and Paxton Donations in Henri’s honor can be made to Capitol Caring Health. Donate to Capital Caring - Capital Caring Health https://secure2.convio.net/cc1/site/ D o n a t i o n 2 ; j s e s s i o n i d = 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 . app261a?df_id=2841&mfc_pref=T&2841.donation=form1
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OBITUARIES Morton David Rau
Shelley Renee Davis
Morton David Rau, age 81, of Rochester Minnesota died peacefully on July 31st at Mayo St. Mary’s Hospital after a long illness. Mort was born in New Orleans, Louisiana in 1941 and grew up there. He attended Tulane University where he obtained his engineering degree in Chemical Engineering in 1962. Mort then went on to serve over 20 years in the US Navy where he primarily served in the submarine service. In 1975 he graduated from the Naval Post Graduate School in Fort Ord, California with a Masters in Information Management. He retired from the Navy in 1982 at the rank of Lieutenant Commander. Mort then proceeded to work in industry where he supported the Naval Space and Warfare Systems Command and the Oceanographer of the Navy. He finally fully retired in 2010 from Computer Sciences Corporation. Following an itch to travel developed while in the Navy, in retirement he and his wife Anita traveled the world. Together they were able to visit all 7 continents as well as travel the Northwest Passage by ship. He is survived by his wife of 54 years Anita, son Nathan (Elizabeth) of Rochester, MN, his brother Jack (Annette) Rau of Atlanta GA, and his two granddaughters Alexis and Aviella Rau of Rochester, MN as well as many nieces and nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents Elias and Esther and his granddaughter Olivia. The family is extremely grateful to the staff at Mayo Hospice Services for the support that they provided in the final weeks. A graveside burial service was held Tuesday, August 9, 2022 at the Iowa Veteran’s Cemetery in Adele, Iowa. In lieu of flowers the Family asks that you make a donation to either the IPF Foundation www.ipffoundation.org or the Les Turner ALS Foundation www.lesturnerals.org Hodroff-Epstein 612-871-1234 www.hodroffepstein.com
Shelley Renee Davis, 54, passed away in her home on July 30, 2022, in Marshall, VA of natural causes. Shelly was born in Washington Court House, OH January 24, 1968, to the late Charles Bowman and Marjorie Matthews. Shelley had a house cleaning service, and she also worked many years and hours at Old Salem Café in Marshall, VA. Shelley was kind, giving, fun and loved to have a good time. She could instantly make friends and had a heart of gold She enjoyed singing, dancing and life in general. Delta Dawn was Shelley’s tune, and you would know it on Karaoke night. Shelley loved her trips to Jamaica “mon”, as she would say, it’s pronounced “mon”, not “man”, you have to use an accent. There will be a celebration of Shelley’s life and fundraiser for burial expense on Thursday, August 11th at 6:30 pm at Old Salem Café, 4197 Winchester Road, Marshall, VA . For more information, call 540/364-8150. RIP our dear friend until we meet again.
Nicholas Shotwell Smith 1LT Nicholas Shotwell Smith, 24, went to be with his heavenly Father on the morning of Saturday, July 30. He was the beloved son of Col. [Ret.] Troy Smith and Adria Smith of Warrenton, Virginia, devoted fiancé to Sarah McCloskey of Georgetown, Texas, and loyal brother to Drew, Caleb, and Emma Smith. He was an adored grandson, nephew, and uncle, a respected soldier, and a follower of the Lord Jesus Christ. Affectionately called Nick by his friends and family, he was known for his free-spirited easygoing nature, his warm smile, and his ability to make anyone laugh. A significant portion of his life took place in Warrenton, Virginia where he attended Kettle Run High School, class of 2016. He could often be found with his brother Caleb in their favorite green Chevy truck, BRDLDO (“Bardledoo”), walking along creek banks catching fish, driving down Frytown Road, or sitting with friends at Frost Diner. In 2020, he graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Shippensburg University in Pennsylvania where he was a member of ROTC and met the love of his life. Following graduation, Nick was commissioned as a Field Artillery Officer in the United States Army. During his Army career, he was stationed at Fort Hood, Texas with the 3rd Cavalry Regiment. His awards include the Army Commendation Medal, the Army Achievement Medal, the National Defense Service Ribbon, the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, and the Army Service Ribbon. In Nick’s free time, he enjoyed working on cars, hunting and fishing, spending time with his friends, and eating ice cream. He also loved visiting Georgetown, Texas where he proposed to Sarah. It was so easy to love Nick, and it will be impossible to forget him. His loved ones find great peace in knowing his soul has found rest and that we will see him again. A celebration of his life will be held at Warrenton Baptist Church, 123 Main Street, Warrenton, VA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Nicholas’ memory to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation (https://t2t.org/donate).
It’s not the length of life but the depth of life – Ralph Waldo Emerson
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Linette Renee Baggett Linette Renee Baggett, 53, passed away on July 1, 2022. Linette is survived by her parents, Bill Baggett, and stepmom, Debra Baggett; brother, Jeff Hayford; sister, Laurie Rossetter; nieces, Tiffany Baggett and Nicole Hayford; nephews, James, Zachery, Aiden and Dekota. Linette graduated from Columbia Central High School in 1988 and later went to International Correspondence School for fitness and nutrition and graduated in 1996. Linette was also a model, fitness instructor and body builder. Linette owned her own dog food treats business for several years, she also worked for FedEx. Linette lived in Virginia until 2018, until she was diagnosed with dementia, she moved back home to be taken care of by her parents until her death on July 1, 2022, at her home on Clark Lake. The family would like to thank Hospice for all the care that was given to Linette during her final days.
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OBITUARIES James (Jay) A Johnson, Jr James (Jay) A Johnson, Jr, age 69, of Haymarket, VA passed away Monday, June 27, 2022 at the Virginia Hospital Center in Arlington, VA. He was born on November 14, 1952 in Petersburg, VA, the son of the late Isabell (Sheffield) and James A Johnson, Sr. He was the owner of Barnes & Johnson, Inc and served as the Director of Public Works for the City of Manassas Park. Survivors include his loving wife of 45 years, Beverly A. Johnson; daughter, Melissa Hoff and husband TJ of Broad Run, VA, two sons, Matthew Johnson of Haymarket, VA, James A Johnson, III and wife Jennifer of Ramona, CA; two grandchildren, Isabell Johnson, Khloe Johnson; three sisters, Barbara J. King of Colonial Heights, VA, Kay Tsetsilas of Hagerstown, MD and Jayme J Strawmyer of Chester, VA. A memorial service will be held on August 13, 2022 at 11am, at Pierce Funeral Home, 9609 Center Street, Manassas, VA with Pastor John Slye officiating.
Agnes Y. Amofa Agnes Y. Amofa of Leesburg, VA passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 24, 2022. She was 89 years old and she will greatly be missed. The main branch has fallen from the family tree. We have lost a gentle, caring, compassionate, God fearing and loving mother. The earth has lost a mother, but God has returned his angel he loaned to us back to Heaven. Heaven is rejoicing but the earth is sad. Agnes Yaa Amofa was married to the late John Christian Coleman. She is a gentle loving mother of six children: Mark Gilbert Coleman, the late Mary Coleman, Carol Coleman, Richard Coleman, Augustina Owusu-Sampah and Theophilus Coleman. She also left behind 5 step children, 13 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Agnes was a compassionate woman, popularly known as “Theomaa” by all the kids in the neighborhood where she gathers them at night and tells them Folklare Stories. Theomaa, we will greatly miss your loving kindness and your infectious smile. Yes, the earth has lost a mother, but Heaven has gained an angel. May your loving gentle soul rest in perfect peace. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 Am on Thursday, August 11, 2022 in Pierce Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 9609 Center Street, Manassas, VA. Interment at Union Cemetery in Leesburg at 2:00 PM
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Robert Franklin Piper, Jr. Robert Franklin Piper, Jr., 84, of Woodbridge, VA, passed August 4, 2022. Funeral services will be held on Friday, August 12, 2022, 12:00 pm, at Faith Christian Church, 6472 Duhollow Road, Warrenton, VA, 20187. Online condolences can be given at www.joynesfuneralhome.com
SELECTING A CASKET
Sometimes people leave specific instructions about the type of casket they prefer to be buried in. But if your loved one does not leave any helpful hints, how do you go about selecting one? Try to choose a casket that reflects the personality of the deceased. You will want to consider the appearance and the materials from which the casket is constructed, as well as its features, such as lid type, interior fabric, memory drawers, casket corners, and lid inserts. Be aware that funeral homes are required to show you a price list before showing you caskets. A funeral is a meaningful event that can help ease the pain of separation that naturally accompanies death. It is a time of sharing good memories and experiences with family and friends. It is a time when respect, concern, and appreciation for a life that has been lived can be expressed in a sincere manner. To learn about our funeral services, please call MOSER FUNERAL HOME at (540) 347-3431. We invite you to tour our facility, conveniently located at 233 Broadview Ave., Warrenton. We’ll also tell you about our BRIGHT VIEW CEMETERY, just outside of Warrenton. “When my casket is being carried to the grave, leave my hands hanging outside. For empty-handed I came into this world, and empty-handed I shall go!” —Alexander the Great
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Places of Worship St. John The Baptist Anglican Church
Grace Episcopal Church • HOLY EUCHARIST: Sundays, 9 a.m. • SUNDAY SCHOOL: Children & Adults 10 a.m. 5096 Grace Church Lane, Casanova (1 mile off Meetze Road) The Rev. James Cirillo, Priest • (540) 788-4419
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Anglo Catholic in worship and order Mass Schedule: Sunday 8AM & 10:30 AM Wednesday 10 AM Holy Days 6PM Father Jonathan Ostman, Rector
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45 RPM records. (Lots of 50) .50-1.00 ea. Comics $2 + ea. Snoopy mdse. Beanies, 571-344-4300 Baseball cards many complete sets, not old but excellent condition 571-344-4300 Baseball research national pastime journals, BB history, (app 12 books) 571-344-4300 Beatles memorabilia picture B&W (60’s), alb u m s , 4 5 ’ s , m a g a z i n e s , 571-344-4300 Blotters, local and international, approx. 300. Excellent condition. 571-344-4300 Elvis collage 26x33 wood frame one of a kind - poster, album, cards 571-344-4300 Elvis memorabilia, Yankee memorabilia, Celtics merch. Hot wheels/ Matchbox cars 571-344-4300 Olympic magazines./ programs, Olympic m d s e ( 1 9 8 0 ) 571-344-4300 World tour books - Eagles, P Collins, N Diamond, McCartney, Cal Ripkin magazines 571-344-4300 Furniture/
228 Appliances 5pc BR set, Sorrento Chris Madden Collection. dresser, mirror, 2-nightstands, chest. 571-344-4300
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228 Appliances Looney Toons Bugs Bunny animatied, telemania, talking phone, excel, 6 answers 571-344-4300 Reclining chair, elec, sleeper, 1st St. Used 1/yr. Excel cond. Options up, down, heat, lift & massage. Blk. $1500. 540-439-2400 Reclining chair, elec, sleeper, 1st St. Used 1/yr. Excel cond. Options up, down, heat, lift & massage. Blk. $1500. 540-439-2400 Smith Corona blue portable typewriter. Sterling model with c a s e . Ve r y g o o d cond. 571-344-4300 Hay, Straw
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Free hay (mixed orchard grass, sheep and cattle quality), you cut and bale it. You take it. 12 acre hayfield in Broad Run, VA. Call 703 772 2537 for details. Lawn/Garden
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Decker electric mower, $85 wacker, $35. cond.571-344-
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11 piece stainless steel grill set. New. 571-344-4300 45 RPM record collection original 50’s, 60’s app 2500 various prices 571-344-4300. J. Gibbs 1991 football card as coach, racing book both autographed 571-344-4300. Man on the moon 7/69 magazine,books records (album, 45’s) 571-344-4300
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JFK, Sinatra books/ magazines, M Jordan championship mini BB (set of 7) COA 571-344-4300 Raisinettes Tony the Tiger key chains Peanuts uncut card sets Redskins yearbooks game day books 571-344-4300 Ringling Bros programs 1971-2005 castaways wreck bar shaker cans 1 9 7 0 ’ s ( 5 ) 571-344-4300 Samsung, Blueray Disc Player, BD-P3600 sireless,1080HD, new in box. 571-344-4300 SI magazines also swimsuit issues 1970present M Jackson mag (3), 78 RPM records 571-344-4300
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FREON WANTED: Certified buyer looking to pay CA$H for R11, R12, R500 & more! Clarissa at 312-535-8384
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FAUQUIER SPCA 540-788-9000 www. fauquierspca.com e-mail fspca@ fauquierspca.com Piano, beautifully restored upright Victorian. Free, you move. (703) 470-2596
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For all your heating and cooling needs. Rc´s AC Service and Repair, 540-349-7832 or 540-428-9151 North´s Tree Service & Landscaping. Complete tree service. All phases of landscaping. 540-533-8092
Garage/Yard Sales Shadow boxes for sale. Tons to choose from. 540-878-6594
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5285 Old Alexandria Tpke, Warrenton August 13 + 14; 7am - 1pm --Multi-family, LOTS of stuff!--
CRAFTERS & VENDORS Outside Show, Front Royal Sat. 9/24 - 9a-3p
$25 per large space and a donation of what you are selling of a $25 value. This item will be used as a fundraiser auction. Rain or shine.
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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
Hagan Build & Design. Specializing in basements but we do it all! 540-522-1056. Free estimates, licensed and insured. JBS Excavation & Clearing, Free estimates, tree removal, horse arena, d r i v e w a y s & landscaping. No job too big or too small. 703-582-0439 Miller´s Tree Servic, complete tree service. Renoval, mulching, storm damage, bucket truck, firewood. 540-222-2089 North´s Custom Masonry. Retaining walls, stone work, patios, repoint ing brick, chimneys, driveways. 540-533-8092
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Announcements Hygiene, toiletries, new clothes, shoes, mentoring/training classes for families in need.
The 1st Saturday of every month. 9am-11:30am. CDR Resource Center will be at Faith Christian Church & International Outreach Center, 6472 Duhollow Rd., Warrenton
Announcements Enjoy knitting?
Want to meet other knitters? We’d love to welcome you at Prince William Purlers! Check us out the first Tuesday of each month, from 7:00 to 9:00 PM at 8730 Sudley Road in Manassas. Our needles are clicking in Room 8 at Manassas Baptist Church. Attendance by Zoom is also available. All knitters invited! For more information, find us on Ravelry and Facebook, or email PrinceWilliamPurlersGuild@gmail.com.
Announcements Oil Painting Workshop conducted by, Ms. Nancy Brittle Hosted by the Warrenton Antiquarian Society
Date: Thursday, August 11, 2022 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Fee is $75 To register please call: 540.229.0114 For more details visit: www. historicwestonva.org/upcoming-events
Announcements Caregiving &/or Cleaning
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Addison´s Building & Remodeling. Additions, basements, b a t h r o o m s , sundecks, repairs. Licensed Insured. 540-244-2869
Fraternal Order of Eagles for Warrenton
Auxiliary #4552 meetings: When: 7pm 1st & 3rd Mondays (Thursdays in June) Where: Warrenton Police Department (training room) 333 Carriage House Lane Warrenton, VA 20186 AND... Aerie #4552 meetings: When: 7pm 2nd & 4th Tuesdays Where: The Path Foundation 321 Walker Dr, Warrenton, Va. 20186 Looking for new members!
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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GORMANS TREE AND LANDSCAPING SERVICES. Seasonal Clean up. Snow removal, grinding, mowing, take downs. Free estimates. 540-222-4107; 540-825-1000
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Full name(s) of owner(s): 1238 HORSEFIELDS LANE LLC Trading as: VIRGINIA RAYNE VINEYARDS and CRAZY OLE MOM DISTILLERY 1283 Horsefields Lane, Upperville, Fauquier, Virginia 20184 The above establishment is applying to the VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL for a Farm Winery and Limited Distillery license to sell or manufacture alcoholic beverages. Kavelle Bajaj, Manager Date Notice Posted at Establishment: 08/09/2022 NOTE: Objections to the issuance of this license must be submitted to ABC no later than 30 days from the publishing date of the first of two required newspaper legal notices. Objections should be registered at www.abc.virginia. gov or 800-552-3200.
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ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ017192-01-01 FAUQUIER COUNTY J&DR-JUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re BROWN, BROOKLYNN MORGAN The object of this suit is to: DETERMINE CUSTODY It is ORDERED that the defendant BRENDAN BROWN appear at the abovename Court and protect his or her interests on or before 10/18/2022 10:00 AM C. Bawkey, Deputy Clerk
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ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE 8.01-316 FAUQUIER COUNTY JUVENILE & DOMESTIC RELATIONS DISTRICT COURT Commonwealth of Virginia, in re Acosta Nunez, Seylin Case No. JJ018569-01-00 The object of the above named suit is to OBTAIN SOLE LEGAL AND PHYSICAL CUSTODY OF THE MINOR CHILD SEYLIN ACOSTA NUNEZ. It is ORDERED that the defendant Suyapa Nunez, Dina appear at the above named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 09/06/2022; 9:00AM. C. Bawkey, Deputy Clerk
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Notice is hereby given that PODS Enterprises, LLC will sell the contents of certain containers at auction to the highest bidder. Credit/Debit card payment only accepted. Auction will be held online at www.StorageTreasures. com starting on August 17, 2022 and ending August 24, 2022 at 10AM EST. Contents to be sold may include general household goods, electronics, office & business equipment, furniture, clothing and other miscellaneous property.
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TOWN OF WARRENTON NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Planning Commission of the Town of Warrenton will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, August 16, 2022 at 7:00 PM in the Warrenton Town Hall Council Chambers (First Floor) located at 21 Main Street, Warrenton, Virginia, on the following item(s): Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment (ZOTA) 2022 – 1 to amend Articles 3, 7 and 9 as they relate to the Central Business District (CBD) permitted apartment density. In addition, a revision to the existing fee schedule is proposed. The proposal is to amend Zoning Ordinance Article 3 Zoning Districts and Map, subsection 3-4.11.6 Use Limitations within the CBD, Article 7 Off-Street Parking and Loading and Article 9-4, Apartment Buildings Special Regulations. The proposed amendment to Article 3 would allow for an increased apartment density up to 50 dwelling units per acre within the CBD on parcels less than one-half acre. The CBD currently allows for up to 25 apartment units per acre by right. Possible changes to Article 7 include requirements for on-site parking and fees in lieu of parking. The proposed amendment to Article 9 would require that any rehabilitation of a building for apartment density within the CBD would have an exterior design that is compatible with the Historic District. The amendment would apply to all parcels within the CBD. Applicant is Malcolm Alls. Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment (ZOTA) 2022 – 2 to amend Article 3 as it relates to property maintenance enforcement within the Historic District. The proposal is to amend Zoning Ordinance Article 3 Zoning Districts and Map, subsections 3-5.3.4.9 Offer for Sale, 3-5.3.4.10 Hazardous Buildings or Structures, and 3-5.3.4.11 Demolition by Neglect. The proposed amendment to Article 3 clarifies the approval process for demolition of buildings, listing specific items that are considered demolition by neglect, and procedures for abatement of violations. The amendment would apply to all parcels within the Historic Overlay District. This text amendment was initiated by the Warrenton Town Council. Zoning Map Amendment/Comprehensive Plan Amendment/Special Use Permit 2022-01 Waterloo Junction the Applicant, Farrish Properties & Acquisitions, LLC, is seeking to rezone three (3) properties identified as GPIN 6984-18-3915, 6984-18-2709, 6984-18-2905 from R-15 to Commercial as well as seek a Comprehensive Plan Amendment to the Future Land Use Map to redesignate from residential to commercial in the Broadview Character District. Concurrently with the rezoning application, the applicant will also be requesting a Special Use Permit to allow residential units within the commercial district as § 9-25 Mixed-Use Development Option of the Zoning Ordinance for parcels GPINs 6984-18-3915, 6984-18-2709, 6984-18-2905, 6984-18-6837, 6984-18-5649, 6984-18-3854 to allow for 47 townhouse garage lots, 6 apartments, of which there will be 5 affordable housing units, a 3,600 square foot retail building, improvements to the existing 7,600 square foot restaurant, parking, and a centrally located park with amenities. The applicant is seeking waivers and modifications to reduce the five (5) acre SUP requirement, increase density, reduce front yard setback for future retail, and reduce minimum lot area and width of town homes. Zoning Map Amendment (ZMA) 2021-01/Special Use Permit (SUP) 2021-01 Harris Teeter Fuel Station – Public Hearing held open from the July 19, 2022 meeting. Applicant requested it to be postponed until the September 20, 2022 meeting. People having an interest in the above are invited to attend the hearing and state their opinion regarding the issue. The public may also choose to submit written comments through the Town’s website or by emailing citizencomment@ warrentonva.gov during the public comment period which will end at noon the day of the public hearing. Information is available for viewing on the Town website www.warrentonva.gov. If there are any questions, please call 540-347-1101 or visit Town Hall located at 21 Main Street, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The Town of Warrenton does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission or access to its programs and activities. Town Hall meeting facilities are fully accessible. Any special accommodations can be made upon request 48 hours prior to the meeting.
NOTICE FAUQUIER COUNTY COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION AUGUST 18, 2022 The Fauquier County Planning Commission will hold a work session beginning at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, August 18, 2022 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, August 18, 2022 in the Warren Green Building, First Floor Meeting Room, 10 Hotel Street, Warrenton, Virginia: 1. SPECIAL EXCEPTION – SPEX-22-017664 – JUAN & MARIA PINEDA — (OWNERS/APPLICANTS) – PINEDA FLOODPLAIN – An application for a Category 23 Special Exception to allow a previously constructed outbuilding and an addition to a stable to remain in a floodplain. The property is located at 6262 Black Horseman Lane, Cedar Run District, Midland, Virginia. (PIN 6991-22-4607-000) (Rebecca Acland, Staff) 2. SPECIAL EXCEPTION – SPEX-22-017751 – FLETCHERVILLE ESTATES, LLC (OWNER)/FOOTHILLS HOUSING CORPORATION (APPLICANT) – BEN & MARY’S APARTMENTS – An application for a Category 7 Special Exception to allow the adaptive use of a former restaurant for affordable housing. The property is located at 6806 James Madison Highway, Marshall District, Warrenton, Virginia. (PIN 6975-87-0686-000) (Wendy Wheatcraft, Staff) 3. SPECIAL PERMIT – SPPT-22-017860 – JEREMY HARRIDATH & ANDREA PUENTES (OWNERS/APPLICANTS) – LA CASA ROJA – An application for a Category 3 Special Permit to operate a Tourist Home. The property is located at 5610 Selone Trail, Marshall District, Marshall, Virginia. (PIN 6947-95-6762-000) (Rebecca Acland, Staff) The application materials can be found on the Land Development Online Portal at: https://commdevpay.fauquiercounty.gov/Energov_Prod/SelfService#/home. Approximately one week prior to the public hearing, staff reports for all items will be available online at: www.fauquiercounty.gov/meetingagendas. To arrange a time to review files in person, please contact the Department of Community Development’s Planning Office at (540) 422-8210, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Members of the public who would like to provide comments at a regular public meeting of the Planning Commission are encouraged to send advance written comments to Fauquier County Department of Community Development, 10 Hotel Street, Suite 305, Warrenton, Virginia 20186 or email to meredith. meixner@fauquiercounty.gov. Citizens wishing to appear in person should arrive prior to the start time of the meeting. Comments are limited to three minutes. The meeting may be viewed on Fauquier County Government Channel 23 and is livestreamed at http://fauquier-va.granicus.com/ ViewPublisher.php?view_id=1. 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 Ms. Meredith Meixner, Planning Associate II, at (540) 422-8210.
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Administrative Assistant Warrenton, VA commercial real estate firm has an immediate FT opening for an admin assistant. Detail oriented, ability to multi-task, and MS Office knowledge a must. Industry related training will be provided. Send resume & salary expectations to MKA at: info@mkassociates.com
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needed to support garden team on private estate in The Plains, VA. 40 hours a week. Duties include maintenance of flower & vegetable gardens and greenhouse. Applicant must be able to perform physical labor in all weather conditions, work independently and maintain valid driver’s license with clean record. Background check required. Salary commensurate with experience. Great benefits package. Please send resume to: openclassified@yahoo.com Place an Ad Today!
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Established Christian Pre School 38 Years Fauquier County. Limited staff openings FT/PT. HS Diploma or GED required Strong Christian Faith. August 4th Start Day Hours M–Fri. 7a5:30p. Send Resume to: Stephanie@wbtiny tots .com Call 540 347-7084
CARPENTERS/ CARPENTER’S HELPER
Alger Sheds is a family owned business based out of Manassas and is seeking to hire experienced carpenters and carpenter’s helpers in building sheds. Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record. Full time positions open immediately. Competitive Salary. Send qualifications, work experience and contact number to Tony@algersheds.com.
Warrenton Baptist Tiny Tots
Well Established Christian Pre -School has limited FT positions for late 3 & early 4 year olds. Serving Fauquier County for 38 Years! Formal Pre School setting from 8:30-12:00. Extended Day w/planned activities in the afternoon. Hours of Operation 7a-5:30p; M-F. Come Join Our Family!!
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Drivers & Helpers
This n’ That Amish Outlet, headquarter Warrenton, for mid-size box trucks & midsize truck w/trailer, hauling furniture & other custom made Amish indoor/outdoor items . *CDL & Non CDL drivers *Competitive pay & benefits *Must be capable of lifting 70 lbs *Willing to work on the ground, on the lot & in the warehouse. *Pay $16-$26 pending qualifications & exp. Email resume to or apply in person: marketing@thisnthatamishoutlet.com 5451 Old Alexandria Turnpike Warrenton, VA 20187
SEASONAL GARDENER
needed to support garden team on private estate in The Plains, VA. 40 hours a week now through October. Duties include maintenance of flower & vegetable gardens and greenhouse. Applicant must be able to perform physical labor in all weather conditions, work independently and maintain valid driver’s license with clean record. Background check required. Salary commensurate with experience.
Please send your resume to openclassified@yahoo.com or ask for an application.
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BUS DRIVER
This position drives a school bus to pick up students from specific locations in the morning and drive them to Wakefield School. In the afternoons, the driver picks up students from the school and delivers them to a pre-determined location. The bus size depends on the number of riders and maybe a full-sized bus or a minibus. - Responsible for transporting students, monitoring traffic, and other conditions that may present a safety concern. - Must follow established traffic laws and safety procedures and function safely and efficiently in various weather conditions. - Conducts pre-trip inspections of bus to verify safety and proper operations or to identify potential problems. - Completes and maintain trip logs which, but may not be limited to mileage, fuel, inspections, passengers, - Maintains current knowledge of traffic laws, safety regulations, and other applicable laws, policies, procedures, and regulations. Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent Must be 21 years of age. A valid Virginia Driver’s license is required; CDL is a plus. Must be able to pass required background checks. Please send resume to: employment@wakefieldschool.org Place your ad today 888-351-1660
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LANDSCAPE LABORER Must have valid driver´s license. Able to perform all phases of lawn care, cutting firewood & some tree work. 540-878-9735
LPN & RN WANTED FT/PT Caremaster, LLC 703-232-7012
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