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Town Council greenlights Warrenton Village Center housing complex By Tate Hewitt Staff Writer
Plans to redevelop Warrenton Village Center drew so many people to a Town Council meeting last week that police officers had to carry in folding chairs. Dozens of people attended, and 33 of them spoke for or against the development. Several people couldn’t get seats and stood along the wall for hours, waiting for their chance to speak. By the end of the fiveand-a-half-hour meeting, in a 5-2 vote, the council approved the contentious project pegged for the corner of Broadview Avenue and Oak Springs Drive. The approval clears the way to radically revamp the shopping center, creating a complex with
housing, shops and public spaces. The plan needed a special use permit from the town, which will allow builders to replace stores and parking lot space with apartments and shops on land that was previously zoned commercial only. The town also granted other waivers, such as reducing the size of buffers between commercial and residential spaces and waiving the town’s height restriction to allow four-story buildings. Supporters say the plan will provide much needed “missing-middle” living options in an increasingly expensive housing market, while critics worried about the scale of the project, how it might affect traffic, public utilities and whether the project fit with the town’s character.
The hearing gave the public a chance to speak directly to council members about the project. In addition to residents, speakers included officials from businesses and organizations and two candidates in this fall’s town council elections. Roy Francis, who is running for the Ward 1 council seat against incumbent Heather Sutphin, said he favored the project, but “it should be delayed to reduce its size and scope.” Larry Kovalik, who is running unopposed in Ward 3, asked about the future of affordable units in two sections of the development, which could be sold after an initial 25 years, earmarked for affordable housing. See COMPLEX, page 2
David Ferguson hustled down a hallway at Fauquier High School in bright red boat shoes. He passed a gaggle of freshmen on a tour of the cavernous high school during their second-period English class, some walking shyly or whispering to their classmates. Ferguson was off to his next stop, another classroom. For high school freshmen — and a brand-new principal — the first day of school can be exciting and nerve-racking. More than 1,100 students returned to the oldest of Fauquier County’s three high schools last week for the start of the 2024-25 school year. The school’s population makes up about onetenth of the 11,009 students enrolled in Fauquier County Public Schools this school year. Ferguson has big shoes to fill, but Fauquier High Assistant Principal Diana Story said that, though it’s hard, sometimes change is good. Much of the Fauquier High community — and the community at large — has spent the past year reeling from the death of longtime principal Kraig Kelican. The 62-year-old died in September 2023 from injuries suffered in a car crash on Interstate 66. See FHS, page 6
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David Ferguson, previously a principal for Richmond County Public Schools, took over as principal at Fauquier High School in July.
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Town Council greenlights Warrenton Village Center housing complex COMPLEX, from page 1
Hiring obstacle
Steve Wojcik, chair of the Fauquier Health Board of Trustees, said lack of housing is an obstacle for hiring at the hospital, and only 47% of current employees live within Fauquier County. Wojcik said the first question new hires ask is: “Do they have housing?” The same concern was raised by Brett and Patti Mills, who own Galaxy Strikes, a bowling alley in the current Warrenton Village Center. “What we need is a place where our employees can live instead of driving an hour to work,” Brett Mills told the council. No one spoke on behalf of Highland School, a neighbor of the proposed development and an early critic, as the school had reached a “private agreement” with the developer, NewCastle Development Group, according to the group’s attorney, Kedrick Whitmore. The agreement could go further than the developer’s promise to redirect traffic from a parking garage onto Oak Springs Drive during drop-off and pickup times at the school. Of the speakers at last week’s public hearing, 18 spoke against the project with 13 in favor. A few other speakers raised specific concerns but did not express complete opposition. Whit Robinson cautioned that increased traffic will inevitably lead to a taxpayer-funded traffic light. He cautioned the council: “Don’t just rubber-stamp this.” Michael Fox was concerned that more cars would cut through his nearby neighborhood and asked the council to consider road adjustments, such as speed bumps and speed cameras. Some people who live close to the shopping center said they felt pinned between two devel-
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Jess Achenbach, head of the development team for NewCastle Development Group – which pitched the Warrenton Village Center project – pauses as he speaks before the Warrenton Town Council on Aug. 13. opments, the Warrenton Village Center and the proposed Amazon data center. “My neighbors and I are caught in the middle,” PJ Leary said. “You are creating commuters, not community.” But other residents argued that the housing shortage is pushing people to move away. Shane Koehr said his three siblings moved out of town due to the lack of options. He would like to return to Warrenton after his senior year of college. “Let me live in the town I’ve lived in my entire life,” he told the council. For the time being, Charlie Mullis works for the town and lives with his parents. But he said that without more housing options, “the end result is my future is inevitably outside this town.”
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including former Council member David Norton. “These buildings are going to loom over the road,” he said, “and by the way, I am an architect.” Critics said the project reminded them of places like Reston, Rosslyn, Gainesville and Haymarket — and they don’t want Warrenton to be like those Northern Virginia communities. After the public hearing, Mayor Carter Nevill argued that more housing will help deal with inflated costs for rentals and home sales and “reset our housing market.” Council member Heather Sutphin cited the asking prices for Warrenton homes that are now for sale, and said, “I can’t afford these. Am I supposed to move?” “I see great need for this,” Council member Paul Mooney said. He said the developers are seeking seven waivers total, and only three will affect the surrounding areas. “There is no perfect plan,” Mooney said. Council members Bill Semple and Eric Gagnon first pushed to delay the vote until the council’s next meeting. But Council members Brett Hamby and James Hartman said the approval process has been thorough and pushed to move forward with a vote. Hamby said many critics of the project had moved to Warrenton themselves and then “they close the door behind them.” “Warrenton is falling into the abyss,” Hamby said. “You can’t say ‘no’ to everything.” Hartman said many townspeople live in developments that the town government once opposed. “We need a shot in the arm,” said Council member David McGuire. “I think it’s a good thing.” Ultimately, Semple and Gagnon voted against the project. Staff writer Tate Hewitt can be reached at thewitt@fauquier.com.
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Warrenton to consider implementing a town-wide speed limit By Tate Hewitt Staff Writer
Warrenton is exploring a town-wide 20 mph speed limit. A recent change in Virginia law has made it easier for local municipalities to lower the speed limit of roads below 25 mph and above 15 mph, including state highways within a business or residential district. This change would allow the town council to pass an ordinance setting a town-wide speed limit at 20 mph or 15 mph, lower than the 25 mph default for residential neighborhoods, town attorney Martin Crim told town council members Tuesday, Aug. 13 during a work session. Previously, the town council had to conduct a traffic study for each street before lowering speed limits below 25 mph. One such study allowed lowering Main Street’s speed limit to 15 mph in August 2020. “Every street that you see 15 miles an hour on included a study,” said Town Manager Frank Cassidy. If the town council passed an ordinance for a town-wide speed limit, it would need to notify the Virginia Department of Transportation 30 days before the change took effect, and speed limit signs would still need to be posted on every street. Police Chief Tim Carter suggested a speed of 20 mph, echoing Crim’s observation about low speed limits. “15 is hard for people to maintain,” Carter said. The police chief cautioned council members that changing the speed limits alone does not necessarily result in reduced speeds — changes are also needed in road engineering, changing the conditions under which people drive. “The enforcement part is a temporary fix,” Carter said. Mayor Carter Nevill suggested that, if the law
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The Town of Warrenton took traffic-calming measures on Waterloo Street in 2020 to solve problems with speeding and other safety issues on the road. Officials say such road engineering efforts are needed in addition to education and enforcement to reduce drivers’ speed in town. were changed, a sign could be posted at the edge of town, notifying drivers that the speed limit was 20 mph “unless otherwise posted.” Such a town-wide limit would align with current limits on residential roads and streets and help provide consistency when it comes to enforcement, Cassidy said. “All the residential roads or streets in town at 20 miles per hour helps with enforcement and provides a clear expectation for drivers. Everybody knows what it’s supposed to be,” he said Tuesday. The mayor asked Cassidy and town staff to return to the council with speed limit suggestions and a potential resolution that the town council
could vote on. Council member Brett Hamby also asked for street-by-street recommendations for the council to consider. Council member Paul Mooney joked that, in addition to lower speed limits, “We could make all the streets with cobblestone.” “That’ll slow (them) down,” Cassidy replied. Staff writer Tate Hewitt can be reached at thewitt@fauquier.com Want to stay up to date on the best stories about Life in the Piedmont? Sign up for the Fauquier Times’ daily newsletter, The LIP, online at www. fauquier.com/newsletters.
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A fast-paced horse sports sensation keeps growing
Cowboy mounted shooting combines rider skills and marksmanship By Betsy Burke Parker Contributing Writer
Call it an arranged marriage, linking the riding skills of Virginia’s horse country with the precision shooting associated with military installations framing the Piedmont from Quantico to the Pentagon. Some people ride. Some people shoot. In cowboy mounted shooting, you do both. The fast-paced sport is exciting, say participants and fans, conjoining horsemanship and marksmanship, strategy and a skilled, steady hand. “It combines everything,” said Paul Henry, president of the local First Virginia chapter of the Cowboy Mounted Shooting Association and Fauquier High School class of 1983. “You have the Wild West aspect and the competition aspect. Horses, shooting, a community of supporters and a worldwide network of clubs. Sure, it’s skill and it’s precision, but it’s also a lot of fun.” Henry said the CMSA was created in 1991, opening to the public what was formerly limited to settlers and ranchers in the American West and horse-mounted cavalry. Today, there are more than 20,000 CMSA club members in more than
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A woman fires a gun while riding a horse at this year’s Fauquier County Fair as a part of a special demonstration by the First Virginia Mounted Shooting Association. Cowboy mounted shooting is a new fast-paced horse sports sensation. 50 regional and local clubs, and the organization says it is the fastest-growing equestrian sport. The First Virginia has members who started in other western sports, Henry said; others began in English riding. Some, like himself, jumped into mounted shooting with no prior
riding experience. “You have to be dedicated to it,” Henry said, “but you can learn both at the same time.” The First Virginia held a practice event at the Fauquier Fair in July. It was popular and well-received, Henry said. A sanctioned jackpot event
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A man fires a gun while riding a horse at this year’s Fauquier County Fair during a special exhibition by the First Virginia Mounted Shooting Association. The fastpaced sport combines horsemanship and marksmanship and is a crowd favorite. COWBOY, from page 4
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Henry, who owns and operates Paul Henry’s Window Installation in Warrenton, calls the sport “addictive.” “It’s a combination of an old West shootout and barrel racing, with a little bit of costume (flair),” he said. “Tons of fun to watch. Even more fun to do.” Mounted shooting is a timed, individual event. There are more than 60 patterns, each with 10 balloon targets fixed to barrels or posts for the competitors to shoot at in an enclosed arena. Most patterns include wooden markers to pass through or barrels to circle. High-level riders gallop their courses and rarely miss a target. But lower-level divisions offer a safe introduction to the sport. Beginner-level riders can complete the course at the trot, even at the walk, since accuracy counts above everything. Time penalties are added to the elapsed time for missed targets and misdirection. Winning times range from around 9 seconds at the championship level to around 45 seconds at the beginner level. George Lewis — former First Virginia president, six-time highpoint shooter in Virginia and threetime national titlist — said, “There’s a lot of strategy to mounted shooting, not just speed.” From beginners to the highest level, all competitors run the same patterns. “All the stages have 10 targets to be completed in numerical order,” Lewis said. The first five are set in a planned pattern but are scattered throughout the arena. The last five are set in a straight line down the center of the arena called the “rundown.”
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First Virginia member Dana Hall said one-handed control is key. “You’re shooting with one hand, so you’re steering with the other,” she said. The sport “tests your shooting skill and your riding skill, too.” Riders carry two holstered .45-caliber, single-action revolvers, each loaded with five black-powder blank rounds with an effective range of 10 to 15 feet. The hammer must be cocked for every shot. There is also a rifle class — one pistol and one .44-40 rifle — and a shotgun class — one .410 shotgun, one pistol. “In rifle and shotgun, the rider literally drops the reins since you’re using both hands to make the shots,” Hall added. “It’s really hard. You steer with your legs and your seat, but it takes a lot of practice.” There are no limitations on horse breed or horse size, but Hall said the classic American quarter horse is most common. There are divisions in each category for men, women, seniors and youth. Riders choose classic Western, period or cavalry attire. Hall said women can ride in traditional Western attire — jeans, cowboy boots, Western shirt and a cowboy hat, or in “old-fashioned 1800s attire,” a long skirt, corset and pantaloons. Lewis said the main reason to get involved in cowboy mounted shooting is pretty simple. “This is the most fun you can have on a horse,” he said. “It combines everything good about (horse) sports.” Want to stay up to date on the best stories about Life in the Piedmont? Sign up for the Fauquier Times’ daily newsletter, The LIP, online at www.fauquier.com/newsletters
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Staff Report Sunny Hills American Grill in Old Town Warrenton is closing this month. The American-style restaurant has been a staple for more than a decade but lost its lease at 79 Main St., according to a Facebook post published at 8:59 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 18. It announced the restaurant’s last day will be this coming Sunday, Aug. 25. Sunny Hills’ closing is just the latest in a spate of changes to Main Street this year. In June, Black Bear Bistro & Brick Oven suddenly closed its doors. But Denim & Pearls’ owners plan to reopen a revamped restaurant there later this month. Two coffee shops — WeirdDoughs Bagels and Brews and Goodness and Grace — also opened their doors in Old Town this year. But Warrenton’s Hobby Shoppe and Lee’s Barbershop — both longtime staples — closed theirs. The shops cited increased rent on Main Street. Whether Sunny Hills will reopen in another location or what will replace the restaurant is unknown at this time. The Fauquier Times was unable to reach the building owners at the time of publication.
“Kraig was the community,” Story said in between greeting students and giving directions between classes last Wednesday. Ferguson said this year it will be most important for him to get to know the community and for folks to get to know him. “Just getting the community to know who I am, and, as we get comfortable with each other, I can prove my loyalty to Fauquier High School and to the community,” he told the Fauquier Times. “This whole year is going to be a lot of learning for me, a lot of observing and, ‘Why are certain things done here, what occurs here and then how do we continue to grow that at the high school?’” With teacher shortages and some vacancies in his building in addition to new policies, Ferguson isn’t the only change for Fauquier High this school year. Across the district, 984 teachers started the school year along with the students, but the division still had 34 teacher vacancies as of Aug. 1, with division staff processing applications over the past few weeks. Ferguson said Fauquier High has been able to cover any vacancies with long-term substitutes and hopes to get a full-time permanent teacher in front of the students, building relationships as soon as possible. Elementary school, school counseling and special education positions remain among the division’s hardest-to-fill and highest needs, Superintendent Major Warner told the school board earlier this month. Ferguson is also one of four new principals this school year. Former assistant principal Angela Castaldy took over at Marshall Middle School this year, as did Mark Rendell at Grace Miller Elementary, where he previously served as interim principal. And Mountain Vista Governor’s School has a new leader: interim director Ladona Gorham.
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Fauquier County students are also adapting to a new cellphone policy, which at Fauquier High, at least according to Ferguson, is going well so far. Cellphones are prohibited in classrooms and during any instructional time this school year under a new policy adopted under an executive order issued by Gov. Glenn Youngkin. Previously students could use phones in class at the discretion of the teacher, but now even teachers are expected to curb their use, Warner noted during an August school board meeting. Michelle Green, an instructional technology resource teacher — and the recipient of this year’s Fauquier Times Readers’ Choice award for best teacher — is excited about the new policy. “The relationship piece is what I love the most,” Green said during a class change Wednesday. “I’m excited to see their faces again and for real conversations.” Story hasn’t heard many complaints from students, yet. They can have their cellphones in between class and during lunch after all — and many did whip them out while walking down the hallways on the first day of school. Deputy editor Meghan Mangrum can be reached at mmangrum@fauquier.com
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site with furry friends to adopt. The market will be collecting school supply donations to support Fauquier FISH. Tickets are available online at the Messick’s Farm Market website. Messick’s Farm Market, 6025 Catlett Road, Bealeton. Fire and rescue life safety pop-up: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 24. Hosted by the Prince William County Fire and Rescue System. People will be able to tour fire and rescue apparatus and meet fire and rescue personnel and special guest Sparky the Fire Dog. Rockledge Elementary School, 2300 Mariner Lane, Woodbridge. Sunday Funday Concerts: 3 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 25. Featuring the Manassas Symphony Orchestra. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Harris Pavilion, 9201 Center St., Manassas. Free. Movie Night Under the Stars: 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 23. Boy Scout Troop 550 will sponsor a showing of “Chicken Little.” Hot dogs, drinks, cotton candy and popcorn will be on sale with proceeds going to support the troop. Jeffersonton Community Center, 5073 Jeffersonton Road, Jeffersonton.
UPCOMING FAUQUIER EVENTS AUG. 21 TO 27 ONGOING EVENTS Find a full list of ongoing events online at www.fauquier.com Summer Restaurant Week: Warrenton. Monday, Aug. 26, to Sunday, Sept. 1; times vary. Each business will be offering meals and special deals. Participating are Weirddoughs Bagels, Claire’s at the Depot, Goodness and Grace, Molly’s Irish Pub, Silver Branch Brewing, Denim and Pearls, Ellie’s, Fauquier Springs Country Club and Licorice Pizza. Fauquier County Libraries: Warrenton Central Library, 11 Winchester St., Warrenton; Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive North, Bealeton; and John Marshall Branch Library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall. All story times are on hiatus Monday, Aug. 5, through Friday, Aug. 23. Inspirational on Forgiveness: Spiritual Care Support Ministries, 7179 New Hope Lane, Warrenton. 10:30 a.m. to noon, every Friday to Aug. 23. Compassionate care and emotional healing for those struggling with loss and pain. Registration required; call 540-349-5814. Adult Be a Maker Cart: John Marshall Branch Library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall and Bealeton Branch Library, 10977 Willow Drive, Bealeton. All day Monday, Aug. 19, to Sunday, Aug. 25. For adults. No registration required. Free. Virginia’s Premier Women’s Empowerment Experience October: Warrenton. The Women’s Empowerment Experience, Virginia’s leading event dedicated to elevating and empowering women, is scheduled for October 12 to 13. This transformative two-day event is designed to celebrate and support women from all walks of life. With engaging discussions, inspiring keynote speakers and interactive workshops, attendees will find a nurturing environment where they can champion each other’s successes and aspirations. Initiated by Amy Fuentes, the Women’s Empowerment Experience is created by women, for women, with a mission to inspire, empower and elevate women from all backgrounds. Registration is now open, offering general admission and VIP options. For comprehensive event details, including the schedule and speaker profiles and to secure a spot, visit the official website at https://bit.ly/ WomensEmpowermentExperience.
Jack Boul-Timeless Landscapes: National Sporting and Library Museum, 102 The Plains Road, Middleburg. All day, Saturday to January 12, 2025. This exhibit highlights the artist’s impressionistic subjects which include cows and domesticated and wild fowl. A video featured in the exhibition offers intriguing first-person insight into his work and process.
Farmers Markets Archwood Green Barns Regular Farmers Market: 4557 Old Tavern Road, The Plains. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays to Nov. 24. Fruits, vegetables, baked goods, goat cheese, meats and seafood (fresh and frozen). Warrenton Farmers Market Peak Season 2024: Court and Hotel streets and inside the building at 18 Court St., Warrenton. 8 a.m. to noon. Saturdays to Nov. 23. Marshall Farmers Market: 8374 W. Main St., Marshall. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 2nd Saturdays to Oct. 12. Middleburg Farmers Market: 10 W. Marshall St., Middleburg. 9 a.m. to noon. Saturdays to Oct. 26. Culpeper Downtown Farmers Market: 318 S. West St., Culpeper. 7:30 a.m. to noon. Saturdays to Oct. 26. Buchanan Hall Farmer’s Market: 8549 John S. Mosby Highway, Upperville. 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays to Oct. Remington Farmers Market: 105 E. Main St., Remington. 3 to 7 p.m. 1st and 3rd Thursdays to Oct. Al-Anon for Family and Friends of Alcoholics: Warrenton Presbyterian Church, 91 Main St., Warrenton. Tuesday evenings at 7 p.m. Help and hope for families and friends of alcoholics. For more information, go to https://www.al-anon.org or call 540-2195054. Parkinsons Piedmont Support Group: Cornerstone Community Church, 40 Rockpoint Lane, Warrenton (directly behind Blaser Physical Therapy Building). 12:15 to 2 p.m., fourth Wednesday of each month. For more information, contact Kendal Blaser at 540-222-6000. 12-Step Recovery Programs, i.e., Alcoholics Anonymous, Al-Anon, Narcotics Anonymous, Overeaters Anonymous, etc.: The Warrenton Meeting Place, 26 S. Third St., Warrenton. Meeting days and times vary, go to www.TWMP.org to find out more, including meeting days and
times. Peas and Grace: Grace Episcopal Church, 6507 Main St., The Plains. Tuesdays, 8:30 to 11 a.m., and 8 to 10 a.m. Saturdays. Those in need of food assistance are encouraged to come out; all are welcome. Spiritual Care Support Ministries: Spiritual Care Support Ministries, 7179 New Hope Lane, Warrenton. 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Friday; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday; closed Sunday. Support groups/counseling and special events for those experiencing the death of a loved one, divorce and chronic illness. Info 540-349-5814 or www.scsm.tv. The S.E.E. Recovery Center: 710 U.S. Ave., Culpeper. 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Friday; 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday; 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday. The center offers an array of recovery-oriented groups, meetings and the opportunity to speak with someone about mental health or substance use recovery. Info 540-825-3366 or email SEERecovery@rrcsb.org.
Wednesday, Aug. 21 Mostly Fiction Book Club: The Open Book, 104 Main St., Warrenton. 6:30 to 8 p.m. The group will discuss “The Last Ride of the Pony Express,” by Will Grant. Receive 10% off book club books when purchased at The Open Book. Pints with Purpose: Silver Branch Warrenton Station, 56 E. Lee St., Warrenton. 5 to 10 p.m. Fundraising event to benefit the White Springs Senior Living Alzheimer’s Memory Care fund. Wednesday Wind Down: Middleburg Library, 101 Reed St., Middleburg. 4 to 5:30 p.m. For adults. Celebrate making it halfway through the week by participating in a destressing activity. Wednesday Sunset Yoga: Wollam Gardens, 5167 Jeffersonton Road, Jeffersonton. 6:30 p.m. Bring a mat. Registration is required. Tickets available at https://www. wollamgardens.com/shop/p/sunset-yoga-onwednesdays. $20. Pitbull-Party After Dark Tour: Jiffy Lube Live, 7800 Cellar Door Drive, Bristow. 8 p.m. Tickets are available at. www.ticketmaster. com The Naturalist Is In: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive North, Bealeton. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. A Master Naturalist will be on site to answer questions about nature and
the environment. Free. Bealeton Book Club: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive, Bealeton. 2:30 to 4 p.m. The group will discuss “The Housemaid,” by Freida McFadden. No registration required; refreshments will be provided. To join the meetings email martika. jones@fauquiercounty.gov or call 540-4228500, ext. 5. Free. English-as-a-second-language class: Warrenton Central Library, 11 Winchester St., Warrenton. 6 to 7:30 p.m. Presented by Piedmont Regional Adult and Career Education programs. Call 540-718-8243 for more information or to confirm meetings. Free. Meet the Author, Shelby Van Pelt: Virtual. 7 to 8 p.m. Chat with the amazing New York Times bestselling author Shelby Van Pelt about her beloved novel “Remarkably Bright Creatures.” Registration is required; go to https://bit.ly/fplauthor. Southern Fauquier Ruritan Club: Bealeton Baptist Church, Fellowship Hall, Bealeton. 6 p.m. Charter signing for the new Southern Fauquier Ruritan Club.
Thursday, Aug. 22 Mystery Book Club: The Open Book, 104 Main St., Warrenton. 6:30 to 8 p.m. The group will discuss “The Last Murder at The End of The World,” by Stuart Turton. Receive 10% off book club books when purchased at The Open Book. Tomba: Middleburg Community Center, 300 W. Washington St., Middleburg. 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. and Saturday, Aug. 24. Enjoy Tom Sweitzer’s version of Zumba. For more information, call 540-687-6373. Gardening for Birds: Blandy Experimental Farm, 400 Blandy Farm Lane, Boyce. 7 to 8:30 p.m. For adults. Find out what native, bird-friendly plants grow well in the area and what year-round and migrating birds to look for in yards this fall. Registration required; go to http://www.eventbrite.com/e/gardeningfor-birds-tickets-939418234227. FOSA members $8, non-members $12. Imagine Dragons-Loom World Tour: Jiffy Lube Live, 7800 Cellar Door Drive, Bristow. 7 p.m. Tickets are available at www. ticketmaster.com. English-as-a-second-language class: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive
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The Washington Nationals host 2016 Kettle Run High graduate Brenton Doyle and the Colorado Rockies Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday this week. In his second season in MLB, Doyle is batting third for the Rockies while hitting .267 with 20 home runs, 60 RBI and 24 stolen bases.
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FAUQUIER VOLLEYBALL PREVIEW
Reloading Falcons out to repeat as region champs A year after making state semis, Fauquier will unveil a host of new starters By Matthew Proctor Staff Writer
Coming off the finest season in 20 years, the Fauquier High volleyball program is booming. In their first season in Class 3 last year, the Falcons won the Region B title and kept advancing, winning their state quarterfinal to reach the state semifinals for the first time since 2003. The Falcons finished 17-8 under then first-year coach Kiki Scott. As she pivots to her second year, Scott reports interest is sky high this fall as over 50 Falcons tried out, allowing Fauquier to keep a varsity, JV and freshmen squad. They also have a talented pool of eighth graders coming down the pipeline, providing the depth to fill the void left by six vital seniors, who closed their careers with a bang. “Last year’s success really increased our participation. Unfortunately you can only keep so many, but I was really, really, impressed by the amount that came out,” said Scott, a former Falcon star. Fauquier’s state semifinal run last year was fueled by graduated seniors Audrey Hall, Jacqueline Janecek, Leah Kelso, Marcela Lawhorn and Caroline Towle, with senior Stephanie Clark contributing before a season-ending injury. A new lineup will be unveiled in 2024. “They have big shoes to fill, and they know that, but they are mentally prepared,” said Scott, who believes the familiarity many of the Falcons have from playing on JV together will limit growing pains. “The only adjustment is now the speed of the game is going to be a little faster,” she said. Replacing Lawhorn and Clark at setter is a vital challenge. That spot runs the show on offense, like a quarterback. “That’s always a little bit of a challenge, trying to get that setter-hitter connection, and there’s two of them, so the court changes every couple of rotations with a new setter. We’ve been trying to figure our groove out and make sure that they’re stepping up to lead while also having our defense stay strong with rotating setters,” said Scott, whose 14-player varsity roster features four seniors, seven juniors and three sophomores. Senior captains Neema Kamunya and Sydney West are the two most experienced Falcons as key rotational players last year and return as impactful starters. Kamunya, a 5-foot-11 middle blocker, and West,
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Junior Libero Brooke Shifflett and the Fauquier Falcons hope to build on last season’s run to the Class 3 state semifinals with a new, younger lineup. an outside hitter, bring important versatility as they’ve played in other roles in the past. “We can utilize them in multiple different spots, which is great for us because we have roles that need to be filled that are going to have to be worked on. We can put them on the right side, the middle, outside. They can really play anything that I put them in,” Scott said. “Neema is big and strong in the middle, and she’s really helping coach the other middles to get to that next level. And they’re both great captains, expressing their expectations and honing in the focus on what we are trying to do this season,” the coach added. In Fauquier’s 6-2 offensive system, one that requires two setters, junior Riley McMurphy and sophomore McKenzie Pisarcik take over as the starting setters. Junior Bailey Payton will play alongside West at outside hitter, with junior Brooke Shifflett at libero and senior Julia Green and junior Olivia Gatchell at right side hitter.
Other contributors include senior Renata Pia Rial, a foreign exchange student from Spain, juniors Kiersten Clark, Bella Kurelich, Tessa Kurelich and sophomore Khloe Link. “We have a deep roster, so we have the flexibility to put a new lineup out there and our girls still perform at the same caliber. These girls are prepared to earn their spot, and I think that it’s going to be a constant battle,” said Scott. “We have a lot of girls this year that are new to varsity but really stepped up in the offseason and are prepared to make the jump into higher-level play.” Fauquier kicks off its campaign to repeat as region champs on Monday vs. Stafford. Scott doesn’t expect to see a big drop off from last season. “As we establish this new defense and improve our strong offense, we’re going to be a powerhouse in our region,” Scott said. “Everybody’s got big shoes to fill, but I do think these girls can go well into regionals if they keep the mindset where they want it.”
Senior outside hitter Sydney West is one of two Fauquier captains.
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After finishing 4-11 last season, senior Carleigh Cameron and the Liberty Eagles are building for the future under new coach Denali Daymude.
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Eagles look to 19-year-old Daymude to guide them
Liberty girls build for the future under former star By Dylan Tefft
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Who better to take over Liberty High’s field hockey head coaching vacancy than former Eagle and 2022 all-region first team defender Denali Daymude? Liberty athletic director Otis Jones selected the 19-year-old for the job after Megan Neher stepped down. The stars aligned, since Daymude already worked at Liberty in the special education department. “When Megan left, these girls, I just knew they needed somebody to step up and take that spot for them,” Daymude said. “They just want someone to try and help them win. They needed somebody to be there for them, to step up and do it.” The pandemic years have seen Liberty unable to string together a winning record since finishing 13-1 in 2019, a landmark season in which the Eagles didn’t drop a game until a 2–1 state tournament quarterfinal loss to Heritage High. Daymude was a freshman during that unforgettable campaign and hopes to see those peaks again — this time from the sideline. “My time playing was amazing, I loved it,” Daymude said. “My freshman year was just the best. All the girls were so close, and the bonds were great, and we won. That feeling was amazing. I want to help these girls feel it.” The new coach and her players have big dreams but understand that the path back to states is challenging. Re-tooling a freshmen-heavy squad that lost first team all-district stars Mary Rodman and Caitlyn Chaney is the first step. “We have a bunch of new girls, so it’s going to be a full-on learning and rebuilding season,” Daymude said. “A lot of the girls have never touched a stick before, but the dedication and the faithfulness to the summer workouts and all the training and practices we’ve been doing, I can see the potential in the new players to get us somewhere.”
Daymude’s coaching philosophy includes emphasis on creating tight-knit relationships, like the Eagles had in her playing days. Many of her players being former teammates gave her an advantage in developing team chemistry. “I knew some of the girls, just the returners, but I gained good relationships with all the new girls too,” Daymude said. “I like to gain relationships with all my girls, and I think that really helps the team. It makes everyone feel more comfortable.” Senior co-captains Madelyn Lopez, Sophie Lopez and Sophia Sanders are expected to lead the team in the huddle and on the stat sheet. Madelyn Lopez earned second team all-district honors last season despite the Eagles’ 4–11 record. “Those three are just so skilled and determined,” Daymude said of her stars. “They never give up, even if they’re tired, they’re still out there fighting for every ball that they can. It’s hard to pull them off the field when they’re tired, because they don’t want to come off.” Seniors Carleigh Cameron, Kaelyn Flory and Rohan Mincks, as well as juniors Sasha Jermacans and Casey Ciampaglione are expected to make big contributions. Liberty’s inexperience showed in its first scrimmage, a 5-1 defeat to Eastern View on Aug. 13 where Jermacans scored the Eagles’ lone goal. “We know what needs to be fixed now, and that’s what we’re doing in practices,” Daymude said. “When we play our first game, we’re going to be stronger than what we were at that scrimmage.” Liberty traveled to Charlottesville for a second scrimmage on Monday before the season opener against Class 6 Riverbend at home on Aug. 26, a challenging start but one that Daymude is excited for. “I think seeing new teams that we’ve never seen play before is good,” Daymude said. “We don’t have a mindset of, ‘they were good in the past, so we’re worried they’re going to be too good again.’”
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Mary and Conway Thorp hold their marriage certificate in the living room of their home in Warrenton, Virginia.
Warrenton couple celebrates 70 years of marriage Conway and Mary Thorp pass a milestone few couples can claim By Tate Hewitt Staff Writer
Conway and Mary Thorp knew each other even before they started dating. They grew up attending First Baptist Church in Warrenton, and in high school their best friends dated, which meant Conway and Mary often ended up as the third and fourth wheels in the back seat of their friends’ Chevrolet. “They’d sit in the car and smooch, and I thought, ‘Hmm, if I were going with Conway, I could do the same thing,’” Mary said. On Wednesday, Aug. 14, Conway and Mary Thorp celebrated their 70th anniversary, a milestone that only 0.1% of married couples can claim, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Looking back, Mary described
their life as a series of blessings. “We’ve had a good life, and I was lucky to get a good man,” she said. But more than 73 years ago, there was a time when Mary didn’t think Conway was interested in her. That changed, coincidentally, when an older boy came to court Mary, and there was an unexpected knock on the door. “It was Conway, and he asked me to go to the movies,” Mary said. She called her mother for permission, who said to ask her father — who then told her to ask her mother. Mary took that as permission enough. “So, we left the other boy sitting in the living room with her daddy and went to the movies,” Conway recalled, chuckling. Conway walked Mary home from school every day for the next three years and visited her house almost every night, walking back and forth across Warrenton. Conway proposed to Mary in her final year of high school by giving her an engagement ring for Christmas. Over the following months,
Conway’s mother, a seamstress, crafted Mary’s wedding dress. It still hangs in Mary’s closet today. It wasn’t all a fairy tale, though. Like many newlyweds, the Thorps’ wedding was followed by their hardest years. They moved to Alabama, where Mary worked at Sears to pay for Conway to attend Howard College (now Samford University). A year later, Conway transferred to Bridgewater College, and the young couple moved to Harrisonburg, back to Virginia. That’s where their son Michael was born. “I don’t know how we got along, because I had to work full-time,” Mary said. Even though Mary became the first female teller at a local bank, and Conway worked for the church while he was in school, the Thorps struggled to make ends meet. “We got to a point where we didn’t have any money for milk for Michael,” Conway said. Seven years later, they moved back to Warrenton. Mary worked as
a bookkeeper for a local accountant while Conway became an elementary school principal and the minister of music for the First Baptist Church. Although the church was central to their relationship, the Thorps’ advice is to make good use of your youth and to be considerate to your partner. “Make sure that you do all the things that you want to do,” Mary advised, “Because one day, if you’re blessed and live a long time, you can remember what you used to do.” Conway gave constructive advice on marriage, “You can’t be selfish and have everything go your way. You’ve got to make concessions to each other all the time.” “Love is the basic thing of all of it,” Conway said. Staff writer Tate Hewitt can be reached at thewitt@fauquier.com. Want to stay up to date on the best stories about Life in the Piedmont? Sign up for the Fauquier Times’ daily newsletter, The LIP, online at www.fauquier.com/newsletters.
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If you’re over 50 and enjoyed watching the Olympics, it’s not too late to get your shot to compete, and you won’t even have to learn how to steeplechase or break dance. In fact, there’s a chance to compete right here in Virginia, even in non-athletic events like jigsaw puzzling and Scrabble. The Northern Virginia Senior Olympics, which was founded in 1982, is back for another year of competition. Folks over 50 can register through Aug. 29 to compete in events ranging from athletics like rowing, pickleball and horseshoes to board and card games like Sudoku and canasta. The games kick off on Sept. 14 with the opening ceremony at the Thomas Jefferson Community Center in Arlington, though events take place at 26 different venues throughout the area.
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Fauquier County businesses aim to add ‘dementia friendly’ training By Kate Seltzer
Contributing Writer
More than 160,000 people over age 65 in Virginia are living with Alzheimer’s, a specific type of dementia, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. In Fauquier County, the current population of 11,000 adults over 65 is expected to double by 2050, and one in 10 of those people will have Alzheimer’s. It’s a looming public health crisis, and the county is taking steps to make the community safer and more welcoming for people with dementia and for their caretakers. Dementia is characterized by a decline in memory, reasoning or other thinking skills, according to the Alzheimer’s Association, and Alzheimer’s — a particular type of dementia — accounts for 60% to 80% of cases. “In Fauquier County, and specifically in Warrenton, we have a very
accelerated growth pattern or trend for our aging residents,” said Alec Burnett, president and CEO of the Fauquier Chamber of Commerce. “We’ve been working with the local community on how to train businesses to become dementia friendly, being aware of dementia and being able to accommodate those folks and their caregivers, which is all great stuff and representative of what makes Fauquier special.” Stacey Harvey, co-owner of First Light Home Care of Warrenton, works with the Chamber of Commerce to offer training for local businesses on what dementia looks like and how to help. She says that might involve keeping an eye out for people who are suddenly unable to find their way around a familiar grocery store or don’t recognize the same bank tellers they’ve seen for years. “The best thing to do if you suspect that somebody has dementia is just treat them as the person that they are,” Harvey said. “The one thing that
I always train people on is you have to go to their reality — their reality is different now.” For example, Harvey says, if an older person is looking for her mother, the worst thing to do is remind them that they’re no longer with us. Instead: “You might say, ‘Oh, well, maybe she went to a different store. Let’s go in here and see if we can call someone.’” The training covers what to do if a patron who may have dementia is becoming agitated and preparing practical guideposts, such as clearly labeling restrooms. When businesses complete the training, they receive a window sticker that labels them as dementia friendly. So far, 19 businesses in Fauquier, including Erin’s Elderberries and Morgal Plumbing Industries, are listed as dementia friendly, and so is the mayor’s office in Warrenton. Harvey says she hopes a majority of businesses will declare themselves dementia friendly. She envisions
events that would cater to people with dementia and with their caretakers, such as a sensory day on which restaurants would have dimmed lights, soft music and limited menus. “With Fauquier being such a rural community, there’s a lot of people who go undiagnosed,” Harvey said. In most cases, a diagnosis normally doesn’t occur “until they get in their later stages, and we’re having police called or EMS called or something like that. So, let’s try and get in there before, and let’s try and notice these things before and see what we can do to help them out as much as possible.” Harvey also offers training for individuals, who can become Dementia Friends by learning what it’s like to live with dementia. Businesses interested in the training can email info@ agingtogether.org. ” Want to stay up to date on the best stories about Life in the Piedmont? Sign up for the Fauquier Times’ daily newsletter, The LIP, online at www. fauquier.com/newsletters.
The Northern Virginia Senior Olympics have something for everyone OLYMPICS, from page 12 they have something to look forward to next year, and it tends to break up the everyday doldrums that we all face, no matter how old we are.” Judy Massabny, who has been involved in organizing the event for 23 years, said the range of events allows
just about everyone to find something they can do. “Take a look at this list of things that we have,” she said. “And I’ll bet you, you’ll find something on there on that list that you can do.” Watching friends and family compete in the games is a large part of
the fun, Massabny said. People take pride in competing in the games. “It’s just a lot of fun,” Massabny said. “It makes the folks feel good that they can still do various things. It makes their families feel good, too, that their parents or grandparents or friends are out there doing things.
And so, it’s just, it’s a wonderful thing for seniors to be involved in, and they seem to enjoy it very much.” Want to stay up to date on the best stories about Life in the Piedmont? Sign up for the Fauquier Times’ daily newsletter, The LIP, online at www. fauquier.com/newsletters.
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On selling a parents’ home or a ‘hoarder home’ Tips for navigating complexities, emotions of such sales By Scott MacDonald Broker and owner of RE/MAX Gateway
Selling a family home can be an emotionally and logistically challenging experience. Whether it’s the home where you grew up, an inherited property or a house that’s been neglected over the years, there are several important considerations to keep in mind. Let’s explore the intricacies of selling your parents’ homes, the process of estate sales and the unique challenges of selling hoarder homes. Know that you are not alone in this process!
Emotional impact
Selling a parents’ home often comes with a mix of emotions. Acknowledging these feelings and allowing yourself time to process them is important. Engage with family members to ensure everyone is on the same page and to share responsibilities. Professional counseling or support groups can also be beneficial during this time. Every room, piece of furniture and corner of family homes may hold memories. Take the time to reminisce and share stories with family members. This can be a healing process and help everyone come to terms with the sale. Open and honest communication with siblings and other relatives is also crucial. Discussing and agreeing on the steps to take can prevent misunderstandings and conflicts. Regular meetings or calls can keep everyone informed and involved.
Preparing for an estate sale
Estate sales are a common way to handle the belongings of a deceased parent or family member. Here are the steps to consider: • Inventory and appraisal: Start by making an inventory of the home’s contents. Hire a professional appraiser to determine the
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Selling any home is hard. When it’s a parents’ home or the home of a relative who hoarded items, the task can be even more challenging. value of items, especially antiques and collectibles. This step ensures you understand the worth of the items and can set fair prices. • Choosing an estate sale company: Select a reputable estate sale company that can manage the sale from start to finish, including advertising, pricing and conducting the sale. Research potential companies, read reviews and ask for recommendations. • Legal considerations: Ensure all legal matters, such as probate and property titles, are resolved before the sale. Consult with an attorney to navigate any complexities. This step is crucial to prevent legal issues during or after the sale.
Addressing a hoarder home
A hoarder home is a residential property where the occupant accumulates excessive items, often to the point where the living spaces become cluttered, disorganized and sometimes unsafe. This condition is typically a result of hoarding disorder, a mental health condition characterized by persistent difficulty discarding or parting with possessions due to a perceived need to save them. Selling a hoarder home can present some unique challenges.
Here’s how to approach the situation: • Assessment and cleanup: Conduct a thorough assessment of the property. Depending on the extent of hoarding, you may need to hire a professional cleanup service. They can safely remove and dispose of items, ensuring the home meets health and safety standards. • Repairs and renovations: Hoarder homes often require significant repairs. Prioritize essential fixes such as plumbing, electrical work and structural repairs. Consider cosmetic improvements to increase the home’s market appeal. • Working with real estate professionals: Partner with a real estate agent who is experienced in selling hoarder homes. (We have several agents who can help!) They understand the complexity and can provide valuable insights on pricing, marketing strategies and staging the property to attract potential buyers.
Navigating the market
Selling any home requires a strategic approach to ensure a successful transaction. There are several factors to take into consideration, including:
Selling a parents’ home, especially when dealing with estate sales and hoarder homes, requires careful planning and emotional resilience. By understanding the process, seeking professional help and staying organized, you can confidently navigate this journey and achieve a successful sale. Once the sale is complete, take time to reflect and celebrate the accomplishment. Selling a family member or parents’ home can be a significant milestone, marking the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. Cherish the memories while looking forward to new opportunities and experiences. Organize a family gathering to honor and celebrate the memories associated with the home. This can provide emotional closure and a sense of unity. If you need assistance with any of these special sale situations, please give us a call. We are here to help! Scott MacDonald, broker
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CALENDAR, from page 7 North, Bealeton. 6 to 9 p.m. Registration required prior to attending. Call 540-3170505 or contact Ali Vivas at gededu22@ gmail.com. Free. Art Cart: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive, Bealeton. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. For preschool and elementary school aged children. No registration required. Free. Tech Time at the Library: Warrenton Central Library, 11 Winchester St., Warrenton. Noon to 2 p.m. Additional dates: Tuesday, Aug. 27, 10 a.m. to noon. Get some help with devices (smart phone, tablet or laptop); teaching and troubleshooting only; no device repair. Appointments recommended; call 540-422-8500 ext. 2. Walk-ins will be accepted as time permits. Free. Senior Supper: Bistro on the Hill, 500 Hospital Drive, Warrenton. 4:30 to 6 p.m. For seniors 55-plus. Cost $7.65. Coffee and Conversation: Spiritual Care Support Ministries, 7179 New Hope Lane, Warrenton. 10 a.m. to noon. Come for a cup of coffee, tea, light refreshments and a place to chat. Info 540-349-5814. Free. Open Prayer Gathering: Spiritual Care Support Ministries, 7179 New Hope Lane, Warrenton. Noon to 12:30 p.m. Come for personal prayer or to pray for others. Requests can be made by calling 540349-5814 or go to https://www.scsm.tv/ contactus.
Friday, Aug. 23 Twilight Hikes: Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane. 6:30 to 8 p.m. Dress for the weather, wear footwear appropriate for hiking and bring water/ snacks. Leashed pets are welcome. $10 car parking fee. Rambling Readers: Middleburg Library, 101 Reed St., Middleburg. Noon to 1 p.m. For
adults, meet at the library for a walk around the neighborhood while discussing books; weather permitting. Old Town After Hours: Old Town Warrenton, 21 Main St., Warrenton. 5 to 9 p.m. Bring the family for food, live music and more. Live music starts at 6 p.m. Book Cellar: John Barton Payne Building Basement, 2 Courthouse Square, Warrenton. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Additional date: Saturday, Aug. 24; same times. Call 540-341-3447 to volunteer. Sumerduck Ruritan Pickin Party: Sumerduck Ruritan, 5335 Sumerduck Road, Sumerduck. 6 to 8 p.m. Featuring the group Jerusalem Ridge. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Food for sale, hotdogs, hamburgers, fries, desserts and refreshments. 50/50 raffle. All proceeds fund community service needs.
Saturday, Aug. 24 A Tree-mendous Hike: Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane. 10 to 11 a.m. Explore the natural history of trees guided by a Virginia Master Naturalist. $10 car parking fee. Volunteer Day-Native Plant Propagation: The Clifton Institute, 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton. 9 a.m. to noon. For adults and children ages 12 and up, accompanied by an adult; bring gardening gloves if desired. Registration is required; call 540-341-3651. Free. 2nd annual Family Art Expo: The S.E.E. Recovery Center, 710 US Ave., Culpeper. 1 to 3:30 p.m. Family fun event with tiedying, painting and magnet making. Pizza, beverages and ice-pops will be provided. No registration required; walk-ins welcome. Free.
Sunday, Aug. 25 Sunday Sketch: National Sporting Library and Museum, 102 The Plains Road, Middleburg. 2 to 4 p.m. All ages and abilities are welcome. No registration; all materials
provided. Free and open to the public. Free Community Yoga with Natasha: Archwood Green Barns Farmers Market, 4559 Old Tavern Road, The Plains. 11 a.m. All experience levels, and all ages welcome. Bring a mat, towel or blanket to practice on. Wildflower Summer Bouquets-A Workshop on Capturing Late Summer’s Brillant Blooms: Wollam Gardens, 5167 Jefferson Road, Jeffersonton. 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. This workshop is designed to teach methods for constructing a bouquet with proper floral spacing and dimension. Registration is required; go to https://www. wollamgardens.com/shop/p/wildflowersummer-workshop. $100 per person. Paws to Read with K-9 Caring Angels: Warrenton Central Library, 11 Winchester St., Warrenton. 2 to 3 p.m. Children ages 5 to 10 are invited to read aloud to trained and certified therapy dogs; a caregiver must be present. Free; a signed permission slip is required.
Monday, Aug. 26 Author Event with Louise Stowe-Johns: The Open Book, 104 Main St., Warrenton. 5 to 6:30 p.m. Spend an evening with Louise Stowe-John, author of “Redemption of a Murderer: The Life of Judy Neelley.” A percentage of sales will be donated to the Piedmont Peace Center. Art Cart: John Marshall Branch Library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. For preschool and elementary school aged children. No registration required. Free. Preschool Story Time: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive, Bealeton. 10:30 to 11 a.m. For children up to age 5 and their families. Caregivers must remain in the children’s areas. Free; no registration required. Tiny Tots Story Time: Warrenton Central Library, 11 Winchester St., Warrenton. 10:30 to 11 a.m. and 11 to 11:30 a.m. For infants
to 2-year-old children with a caregiver. Preregistration is not required. Tickets to the program will be available first come, first served at the Youth Services desk on the morning of the program; quantities will be limited. Free. Marshall Evening Book Club: John Marshall Library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall. 6:30 to 8 p.m. The group will discuss “The Other Mr. Gilmer,” by Benjamin Gilmer. Free. New members welcome. No registration. To join these meetings, email deborah.cosby@fauquiercounty.gov or call 540-422-8527.
Tuesday, Aug. 27 Developmental Screenings (Newborn to 3 Years): The S.E.E. Recovery Center, 710 U.S. Ave., Culpeper. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. No registration required. Walk-ins welcome. For more information, call 540-825-3100 or email Jennifer Sievers at jsievers@ecsva. org. Free. Chair Yoga for Adults: Middleburg Library, 101 Reed St., Middleburg. 2 to 3 p.m. Use a chair for support in this easy yoga class. Wear movement-friendly clothing. Dining for Dollars: Foster’s Grille, 20 Broadview Ave., Warrenton. 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Help support the Fauquier Historical Society. Mention support of the Old Jail when ordering a meal. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to them. Storytime at Erin’s Elderberries: Erin’s Elderberries, 4257 Aiken Drive, Warrenton. 10:30 a.m. to noon. Featuring guest readers from the community, fun children’s stories and themed crafts. Free. Kids Movie Night Upstairs: Cast Iron Craft House, 11 S. Second St., Warrenton. 6 to 9 p.m. Bring the kids for a movie on the big screen while the parents enjoy dinner and drinks. Free popcorn for the kids. For more information, call 540-216-3777.
Lewis & CLark, LLC ReaLty Lewis & CLark LLC reaLty, 6625 Electric Avenue,Warrenton, VA 20187 Phone: 540.428.1882 | Fax: 540.428.1883 | Cell: 703.517.2000 These property transfers, filed Aug. 5-11, 2024 were provided by Clerk of the Court of Fauquier County. (Please note that to conserve space, only the first person named as the grantor or grantee is listed. The kind of instrument is a deed unless stated otherwise.) Top dollar sales: $1,325,000 in Marshall District Cedar Run District Wakeman-Wampler LLC to Trustees Church of God, 60.76540 acres on Catlett Road near Midland, $1,200,000 Jeffrey Schneider to Thomas Glynn Gaster, Deed and Assumption of Deed of Trust, 1.8160 acres at 12707 Bristersburg Road, Midland. $720,000 Michael D. Pratt to Trang Nguyen, 5.1722 acres at 10430 Skyline Avenue, Midland. $475,000 Karen L. Smith to Robert B. Heather, 3.4792 acres at 5064 Weston Road, Casanova. $520,000 John Wesley Huppenthal to Andrew W. Wax, 2.3517 acres at 8008 Kettle Run Court, Catlett. $625,000
Lee District John Irvin Mills Jr. to Heather Tesche, Unit 201 at 6163 Willow Place, Bealeton. $238,000 William R. Corbin to John I. Mills Jr., 6396 Waterdale Court, Bealeton. $448,000
Three Oranges LLC to Gideon Gish, 0.5214 acre at 6740 Willowbrook Drive, Bealeton. $519,000 Wilton King to Robert Kouba, 11214 Wolfe Court, Bealeton. $485,000 Michael Urban to Matthew William Baer, 7526 Hancock Street, Bealeton. $431,000
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Justin T. Loyd to Samuel Warren Fincher, 0.186 acre at 175 Locust Street and 0.066 acre on Locust Street, Warrenton. $715,000 Jennifer Fay Puffenbarger to Dannelle Golden, 1,200 sq. ft. at 112 Oak Street, Warrenton. $365,000 Jesse Davison Lambert to Brent W. Panek, 8334 Lucy Avenue, Warrenton. $625,000
Scott District
Franco Traverso to Carl H. Matthews, 0.9418 acre at 7267 Seaton Lane, Warrenton. $835,000 John Derek Nicely to Wesley William Hall, 7178 Auburn Mill Road near Warrenton. $672,500
Tyler Clark to Alexander Seamans, 0.6700 acre at 7227 John Marshall Hwy., The Plains. $399,900 Everle Properties LLC to Calcutta Investments LLC, 1 acre at 7373 Baldwin Ridge Road near Warrenton. $390,000 Zoe Ybarra-Del Rio to Christopher J. Leet, 3671 Osborne Drive near Warrenton. $625,000 James L. Griggs Jr. to Erika Howells, 7.4355 acres at 6987 Snow Mountain Road, Broad Run/ New Baltimore. $709,500
Marshall District
Trigon Homes LLC to Michael Douglas Vito, 5 acres at 8141 Old Waterloo Road near Warrenton. $799,404 Trevor Watts to Dennis D. Hergenreter, 40,000 sq. ft. at 8068 Blue Hills Drive, Warrenton. $1,325,000 Caroline R. Olmsted to Susan R. Givens, ½ interest in 26 acres at 4117 Fiery Run Road, Linden. $202,500
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Lewis S. Wiley
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Lewis S. Wiley, a widely-respected horseman and cattle farmer and long-time Fauquier County resident, passed away peacefully at his family's home, Gordonsdale Farm in The Plains, Virginia, on Sunday, August 11, 2024. He was 86. Born in Salem, Virginia, on June 30,1938 to James Langhorne Wiley and Camille Dawson Wiley Sullivan, Lewis attended North Cross School with the very first class of students. He briefly attended Andrew Lewis High School prior to his four years at The Hill School in Pottstown, PA where he thrived - playing football, wrestling and running track. He graduated Hill in 1957. He attributed his years at Hill as instrumental in shaping him into the man he would become. He went on to graduate from The University of Virginia in 1962 where he was a member of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE) Fraternity and a member of the Ribbon Society- Eli Banana. Gordonsdale, a Thoroughbred horse farm where his father and stepmother, Molly, settled in 1965, became Lewis's home for more than 50 years. In 1966, he and his first wife, Helen Calvert Wiley, married and raised their two daughters at the farm. A second marriage to Carol Pierson followed. Lewis spent many mornings at the Middleburg Training Center watching and training horses and the facility provided some of his favorite memories. He also was a fixture at the local steeplechase races - as an owner, trainer, steward, and a spectator - one of the few events that could get him to leave his beloved leather chair. He was on the board of Marshall National Bank and was Vice Chairman of Oak View Bank. Lewis was heavily involved with the Middleburg Spring Race Association since the early 1970s. His love of bird hunting with friends was one of his favorite pastimes. Whether it was shooting skeet, dove in a corn field, ducks at the marsh, pheasant in South Dakota or quail in Georgia - next to horses, that's where he was happiest. Lewis also loved watching a good John Wayne western as well as a musical, particularly his favorite, "Guys & Dolls." Monday nights were reserved for watching his much loved train program on TV with friends. Lewis knew how to have fun and was known for his sense of humor, kindness, quiet generosity and support of local organizations. He also was a loyal friend. One of his closest friends was the late Sandy Young; they traveled to the yearling horse sales at Saratoga Springs, NY, to the Potomac River at Coles Point, VA and to the marshes of Port Micou near Loretto, VA. They were known to "work hard, and play harder" and coined the phrase "Come on Weekend!" Lewis took care of his friends and the people closest to him he saw every day at the farm. He was grateful to them and did not take their loyalty for granted. His family offers many thanks to his nurses, caregivers and to Jean Rofe for their help, support and love. He is survived by his daughters Elizabeth Wiley of The Plains, VA and Sheila Wiley Harrell (Martin) of The Plains, VA, grandchildren Molly Clayton Harrell and William Buchanan Harrell of The Plains, VA and stepbrother Lewis B. Pollard of Warrenton, VA. He was predeceased by his parents, his stepmother Mary LF Wiley, his brother James L. Wiley, stepsister Karen Dudley Vaughn, half-sister Langhorne Wiley Canning and stepbrother Nelson Pollard. The family will have a private burial with a celebration of life at a date to be determined. Memorial donations can be made to The Fauquier SPCA (www.fauquierspca.com), your local hospice, or The Salem Museum (www.salemmuseum.org). Arrangements by Royston Funeral Home, Middleburg, VA. Please visit www.roystonfh.com to express online condolences to the family.
Born December 16, 1943-At Rest August 5, 2024 Life continues. That's been the hardest part of Mom's death. Sherrie was chief manager and organizer of the Hackett household, a tall order. She was mother to four boys (five if you count her husband Bob) and gave so much to so many throughout her life. Mom was the north star of the family, and her loss has left us unsure where to turn. The entries in her calendar have ended. The calls to her phone go unanswered. Hair and nail appointments (Mom always loved them) have been canceled. Mom's iconic circular, red-rimmed glasses lay folded on her nightstand, never to be worn again. It is sadder now to enter the house we grew up in - that contains so many fabulous memories - and not be greeted by Mom's smile. Although Mom is gone, her love and the life she lived are still present. If there is a word to summarize Mom, it is "sweetness." Born and raised in Warrenton, VA, Mom was the middle sister of the five Harris sisters, Sandra, Kay, Sherrie, Pat, and Frankie. Close friends called Mom, "Peachie." She greeted everyone with a "Hey, sugar," and ended every family conversation with a "love you." Mom spent most of her life in Paradise Valley, Arizona and never quite lost her southern drawl, which had a way of thickening whenever her sisters visited. When the Harris sisters were together, we used to laugh at them laughing. They never went anywhere except back in time, rummaging through fond memories, laughing over husbands and kids, and re-hashing stories of their youth and their beloved parents, Zenia and Barney, on Chatham Farms. Mom was a loving wife to Bob. She was intelligent, patient, and offered a strong point-of-view on everything from history to politics to family, and always with a healthy dose of common sense. Mom was observant and empathetic and had a penchant for saying just the right thing at the right time. She smothered other people's uncertainty and sadness with love. She always stood up for her boys (whether her boys were right or not). Mom was extremely well read. Friends, of which she had many, often visited to discuss books, for advice, or just a good catch-up conversation. At the end of her life, she was tough enough to understand it was time for her to go and loving enough to ensure all family members had time to say their final goodbyes before she passed. I imagine Mom now as she looks in a photograph sent by her sister Pat. Mom was young and stylish with a big smile on her face, kicking back on a couch with her whole life ahead of her. I wonder if she had any idea of how many lives she would touch with her sweetness. She is gone physically. But her love resonates deeply in the hearts of all who knew and loved her. Sherrie graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and is survived by her husband Bob, two sisters Pat and Frankie, four sons and their wives: Jason and Steph, Ian and Torie, Austin and Mary Beth, and Stuart and Jess, and seven grandkids (Emme Kate, Kather, Jackson, Rainey, Carsen, Molly and Thea). A private family gathering will be held at a later time. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to your favorite charity. Arrangements entrusted to A.L. Moore-Grimshaw Mortuary, Phoenix, Arizona. www.ALMoore-Grimshaw.com
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Dorothy Sutphin Dorothy Bell Sutphin, 91 of Warrenton, Virginia passed away on August 13, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clara and Clinton Sutphin; her sisters, Nancy Allen and Catherine Sutphin; and two brothers, Robert and Adrian Sutphin. Dorothy retired after 32 years of service with the CIA. She was a longtime member of Gainesville United Methodist Church and was also a member of the Fauquier Hospital Auxiliary and volunteered with their Thrift Shop and Blood Drives. She was a lifetime member of the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association. She also was a member of the Belle Grove Plantation and volunteered there for special events. She is survived by a special cousin, Marc Mountjoy and numerous cousins and friends. The family received friends on Tuesday, August 20th from 4 6 pm at Moser Funeral Home, Warrenton where funeral services will be held on Wednesday, August 21st at 11am. Interment Warrenton Cemetery. A reception will follow at The Moser House, 221 Broadview Ave., Warrenton. Expression of sympathy may take the form memorial contributions to the Belle Grove Plantation, PO Box 537, Middletown, VA 22645. Online condolences may be made at www.moserfuneralhome.com.
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Mary A. Towle, 85 of Marshall passed away Saturday July 20, 2024. A graveside service will be held Friday September 6, 2024 at Culpeper National Cemetery, 501 E. Chandler St., Culpeper starting at 11:00 a.m. Moser Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.
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Mary C. Soaper, 82 of Rixeyville, entered into eternal rest on August 15, 2024. A funeral service will be held Thursday August 22, 2024 at Belvoir Assembly of God Church, Marshall, VA. starting at 11:00 a.m. Burial to follow at Little Georgetown Cemetery. Moser Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.
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Shirley Diane Dalton Cuthbertson, 71, of Warrenton, VA passed away Saturday August 3, 2024 at her home. She was born in Surry, NC to the late William Felts and Betty L. Hall on January 22nd, 1953. She will be dearly missed by her family and friends. Shirley Diane was preceded in death by her first husband Larry David Dalton, in 1987 after 17 years of marriage. She later remarried and her second husband, William Edward "CT" Cuthbertson passed away in 2021. She was also, preceded in death by (infant son) Brian Keith Dalton and sister Sandra Hiatt. She is survived by her son, Larry David Dalton, Jr of Cana, VA and her daughter, Michele Dalton of Centreville, VA; two grandchildren, Brandi Stanley (Adam) of Fries, VA and Brianna Dalton of Ararat, VA; two great grandchildren, Brayden and Arabella; Patrica Utt of Cana, VA who was her aunt, best friend and like a sister; her siblings, Kim Sechrist (Gary) of Cana, VA, Kay Amway (John) of Yukon, OK, Jenifer Henderson of Cana, VA, Lisa Tilley (Steve) of Cana, VA; half-siblings, Patti Goins, Gracie Rock, William Felts Jr, and Clark Felts. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, August 24th at 11am, Oakdale Cemetery 1500 North Main Street, Mount Airy North Carolina 27030, followed by a celebration of life at 1pm, Flat Ridge Baptist Church (outside picnic shelter) 2167 Epworth Rd, Cana, VA 24317 Online condolences may be made at www.moserfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to one of the following organizations. Susan G. Komen https://www.komen.org/ American Diabetes Association https://diabetes.org/ways-to-give ASPCA https://secure.a spca.org Obituaries
Charles Calvin Price, Jr. Charles Calvin Price, Jr., age 76, of The Plains, VA, passed away on August 15, 2024, at Fauquier Hospital in Warrenton, VA. Charles served honorably in the U.S. Navy during Vietnam and was a retired Project Manager with Verizon. Charles's greatest joy came from his devoted roles as father and "Pop Pop". He deeply cherished his three beautiful daughters—Elizabeth E. Buyna (John) of The Plains, VA, Cathy A. Price of Winchester, VA, and Sandra L. Swain (Matt) of Stephens City, VA—with enduring love and unique humor. His pride in his five grandchildren—Jordan and Joshua Buyna, Wyatt Campbell, Lilly Swain, and Wesley Campbell—was evident in the special moments they spent together, how they each made him laugh, and how he was constantly amazed in everything they did. Charles was a role model to his family, constantly demonstrating what it means to be a loving father and dedicated provider. He offered not only support and dependability, but warmth, humor, and love in all circumstances. Charles loved being surrounded by his family at Disney World and at the beach. He is preceded in death by his parents, Charles Calvin Price, Sr. and Roberta Price, and his sister, Donna Clark. Charles is also survived by his nephew, Paul Stirewalt. Private family services will be held and arrangements are entrusted to Moser Funeral Home, Warrenton, VA. Online condolences may be made at moserfuneralhome.com.
Patsy "Pat" Sharer It is with the greatest sorrow that we announce the passing of Patsy "Pat" Sharer (Pat Morrow, nee Pat Strother) of Warrenton, Virginia, 88 years old. She died peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, August 7. Pat was born and raised in Warrenton, the daughter of Mason and Lucy Mae Strother. She attended Warrenton High School and Madison College, where she was a Biology and Chemistry double major. Following graduation Pat was a clinical researcher at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). While working there she met, fell in love with, and married Bob Morrow. Pat and Bob welcomed two daughters who completed their family. Pat was a strong supporter of resources for children with disabilities, working with them in both Loudoun and Fauquier Counties, and lobbying for the Education for All Handicapped Children Act, which provided Federal funding for preschool for children with disabilities. In 1974 Pat and her family returned to Warrenton and moved into the house where she had grown up. Pat eventually took a position at AT&T where she advanced into their management ranks. Then followed some very difficult years for Pat. Bob became ill and passed away in 1988. In 1989 Pat began losing her vision, and eventually left AT&T on disability. Pat loved to crochet blankets, listen to audio books, and read braille. She eventually volunteered at the Warrenton Adult Day Care Center, feeling that she was still quite capable of helping those less fortunate than she. Her happiness increased in 1994 when she married Dick Sharer and they were happily married until he passed away in 2000. Since 2019 Pat had been a resident of the wonderful and caring Blue Ridge Christian Home in Bealeton, Virginia. Pat was a lifelong member of the Warrenton United Methodist Church, singing for many years in the choir, holding various supporting positions in the church, and eventually babysitting Helen's children in the pews when Helen sang in the church choir. Pat was an energetic athlete, a basketball star in high school and a very competitive tennis player as an adult. Pat is survived by daughters Laura Dudziak (Bruce) and Helen Worst (Jeremy), step-daughter Lesley Giancola (Steve), step-son Scott Sharer (Sandy), grandchildren Jonathan, Brooke, Mason, and Jessica, great granddaughter Adylin, sister-in-law Elise Medcalf, niece Jill Mitchell (Jim), and nephews Todd, Tom, and Travis Medcalf. Pat was preceded in death by beloved husband Bob Morrow, beloved husband Dick Sharer, brother Jim Strother, sisters-in-law Sally Strother and Gwen Medcalf, and nieces Sharon Strother and Patty Czarda. There will be a viewing at Moser Funeral Home, 233 Broadview Avenue in Warrenton, Virginia, on Saturday, August 10 from 4:00pm to 6:00 PM. A Service will be held at Warrenton United Methodist Church, 341 Church Street in Warrenton, Virginia on Sunday, August 11 at 1:30pm. Following her loss of vision, Pat received immense support from the Hadley organization, which provides resources for those who have suffered vision loss. Please consider donating to Hadly at hadleyhelps.org. Obituaries
Helen Byrne Jones Helen Byrne Jones, 94 of Remington, VA passed away on August 13, 2024. She was born on September 7, 1930, daughter of the late Emma Miller Byrne. Helen graduated from Remington High School and attended Pan American Business College in Richmond, VA. She retired from the Rochester Corporation in Culpeper, VA and also worked and retired from the former Jefferson Savings and Loan Association in Warrenton, VA. Helen was a member of St. Luke's Episcopal Church in Remington where she served on the Altar Guild and Vestry for many years. She was a member of The Daughters of the King, the Remington Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals, Remington Community League, Remington FCE (formerly Homemakers), Remington Senior Center and a former member of the Board of Directors of the Piedmont United Way. In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her husband, John Henry Jones, her half-sister Frieda Payne Martin and long-time special friend, Dorothy Davis Hopkins who was like a sister to her. Surviving is her cousin, Anne Miller Norris of North Myrtle Beach, SC; her niece, Martha Fields of North Myrtle Beach, SC as well as several other nieces and nephews. She leaves behind many very special friends and was very thankful to God for providing close friends and caregivers, Lois and Cecil Welch and Carty Hanback. A funeral service was held at St. Luke's Episcopal Church, Remington at 2:00 PM on Friday, August 16, 2024 followed by a graveside service at Remington Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Luke's or a charity of the donor's choice. Online condolences may be made at www.moserfuneralhome.com.
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Maude Smith Berry, 92, of Bealeton, VA, passed August 9, 2024. She was born on September 19, 1931, and was preceded in death by her husband, Harold Douglas Berry. Maude began her career as a teacher in the Southampton County Schools until she came to Fauquier County were she taught at W.C. Taylor High School and Central Elementary School where she ended her teacher career of 32 years. She was a member of St. James Baptist Church in Bealeton, VA, where she was a Deaconess. Maude is survived by two daughters: Teresa G. Washington and Harolyn D. Bland both of Bealeton, VA; one sister, Virginia Porter of Newsoms, VA; three grandchildren; and four great grandchildren. Family will receive friends on Friday, August 23, 2024, 11 am until 12 pm, with funeral services starting at 12 pm at Faith Christian Church, 6472 Duhollow Road, Warrenton, VA 20187. Rev. Charles Wallace will deliver the eulogy. Interment will be in St. James Baptist Church Cemetery, Bealeton, VA. Online condolences can be given at www.joynesfuneralhome.com
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TRUSTEE'S SALE 9315 Lees Ridge Rd Warrenton, VA 20186 In execution of the Deed of Trust dated February 28, 2022 and recorded on April 13, 2022 in Book 1723 at Page 1948 of Fauquier County land records, Trustee Services of Virginia, LLC, the appointed Substitute Trustee, will offer for sale at public auction on the front steps of the Fauquier County Courthouse located at 40 Culpeper Street, Warrenton, Virginia on October 3, 2024 at 01:00 PM the property more particularly described in the aforementioned Deed of Trust, located at the property address listed below and briefly identified as follows: SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF FAUQUIER, STATE OF VIRGINIA: ALL THAT CERTAIN LOT OF LAND SITUATE IN MARSHALL MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT, FAUQUIER COUNTY, VIRGINIA, FRONTING ON ROUTE 684 AND DESIGNATED AS LOT NO. 2 AND DESCRIBED BY METES AND BOUNDS DESCRIPTION ON A PLAT ENTITLED, "WALTER A. ROBINSON PROP.", MADE BY FRED BARTENSTEIN DATED JUNE 4, 1965, AND RECORDED IN THE CLERK'S OFFICE OF THE FAUQUIER COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT AT DEED BOOK 235, PAGE 269, SAID METES AND BOUNDS AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT POINT A CORNER TO LOT 1; THENCE N 63 DEGREES 04' 00" E 413.02 FEET TO B THE DIVISION LINE BETWEEN LOT 1 AND LOT 2; THENCE N 43 DEGREES 42' 45" W 208.00 FEET TO C CORNER TO LOT 3; THENCE WITH LOT 3 S 61 DEGREES 54' 50" W 390.97 FEET TO D A POINT IN VIRGINIA ROUTE #684; THENCE WITH VIRGINIA ROUTE #684 S 38 DEGREES 10' 00" E 194.85 FEET TO A THE POINT OF BEGINNING AND CONTAINING 1,806 ACRES. BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED BY DEED RECORDED IN BOOK 1712, PAGE 500 OF THE FAUQUIER COUNTY, VIRGINIA RECORDS. SUBJECT TO ALL EASEMENTS, COVENANTS, CONDITIONS, RESERVATIONS, LEASES AND RESTRICTIONS OF RECORD, ALL LEGAL HIGHWAYS, ALL RIGHTS OF WAY, ALL ZONING, BUILDING AND OTHER LAWS, ORDINANCES AND REGULATIONS, ALL RIGHTS OF TENANTS IN POSSESSION, AND ALL REAL ESTATE TAXES AND ASSESSMENTS NOT YET DUE AND PAYABLE. Tax No.: 6982-12-7587-000 Property address: 9315 Lees Ridge Rd, Warrenton, VA 20186 The property will be sold "AS IS," WITHOUT REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND AND SUBJECT TO conditions, covenants, restrictions, reservations, easements, rights of way, and all other matters of record taking priority over the Deed of Trust, if any. Pursuant to Code of Virginia § 55.1-321(A2), if the property is being sold subject to another priority security instrument(s), purchaser must certify that purchaser shall pay off any priority security instrument(s) no later than 90 days from the date the trustee's deed conveying the property being sold is recorded in the land records. TERMS OF SALE: A non-refundable bidder's deposit of $32,500.00 or 10% of the sale price, whichever is less, by cashier's or certified check required at time of sale, except for the party secured by the Deed of Trust. Risk of loss is on the purchaser from date and time of auction. Balance of the purchase price must be paid by cashier's check within 14 days from sale date. Except for Virginia Grantor tax, all settlement costs and expenses are purchaser's responsibility. Taxes are pro-rated to the date of sale. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining possession of the property. If purchaser defaults, deposit may be forfeited and property resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser who shall be liable for any deficiency in the purchase price and all costs, expenses, and attorney's fees of both sales. If Trustee does not convey title for any reason, purchaser's sole remedy is return of deposit without interest. This sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan secured by the Deed of Trust including but not limited to determining whether prior to sale a forbearance, repayment, or other agreement was entered into, the loan was reinstated or paid off, or whether the property became subject to an automatic stay under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code prior to the sale; in any such event this sale shall be null and void and purchaser's sole remedy shall be return of deposit without interest. Pursuant to the Federal Fair Debt Collections Practices Act, this law firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. (24-17340) FOR INFORMATION CONTACT: BROCK & SCOTT, PLLC; (Attorney for TRUSTEE SERVICES OF VIRGINIA, LLC) 484 Viking Drive, Suite 203 Virginia Beach, VA 23452; (757)213-2959
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VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR FAUQUIER COUNTY Felice Robinson Brooks; Plaintiff v. Case No: CL24-394 Heirs of Ernest Robinson John Fitzgerald Terry Michelle Terry Deborah Terry Charlene Jackson Jose A. Alas Lillie Mae Robinson Veronica Ann Robinson Joshua Robinson Richard Ernest Robinson Daniel Robinson Ricardo Frederick Middleton Evans Keith Chambers Addresses Unknown All of the heirs, devisees and successors (and their creditors and spouses) of Ernest Robinson (also known as Lemon Ernest Robinson), deceased, including his wife Bessie Ella Robinson, his daughter Constantine Robinson Wills and her children Vivian Wills, Constance Wills, and Theresa Wills Brown, his daughter Gertrude Alice Mason and her son Thomas Legrand Mason, his daughter Ethel Irene Robinson and her son Elmer Livingston Terry, his son Brownie Warner Robinson, his son Joseph Lee Robinson, Sr. and his children Joseph Lee Robinson, Jr., Thomas Eugene Robinson, Daniel Robinson, David Robinson, Clara Robinson, and Robert Lee Robinson, his daughter Mary Ann Carpenter and her children Marilyn Felice Carpenter and Golden Allen Carpenter, his son Lemon Ernest Robinson, his daughter Naomi Virginia Robinson and her son Ernest Eugene Butler, his daughter Madge McCue Robinson and her children Bessie Ann Middleton and Jan Ilene Middleton, and her daughter Tamika Diane Middleton, and his daughter Elsie Marcella Robinson Phillipps and her children George Golder Phillipps and Ernest Shirley Phillipps; who are believed dead; and any and all persons who have or who claim to have any interest in that property known as Lot 3, 3.6292 acres, PIN#6936-73-7199-000 and Lot 4, 2.0000acres, PIN#6936-73-7534-000, on northeast side of Conde Road (Route 737), about one mile from Orlean, Marshall Magisterial District, Fauquier County Virginia, according to survey of Ernest Robinson Heirs Property recorded in Deed Book 630, page 1169, and being portions of properties conveyed to Ernest Robinson among the land records of Fauquier County, Virginia; who are unknown and who are made parties hereto as PARTIES UNKNOWN, Defendants ORDER OF PUBLICATION DEFENDANTS WITH UNKNOWN ADDRESSES AND PARTIES UNKNOWN The objects of this cause that property known as Lot 3, 3.6292 acres, PIN#6936-73-7199-000 and Lot 4, 2.0000acres, PIN#6936-73-7534-000, on northeast side of Conde Road (Route 737), about one mile from Orlean, Marshall Magisterial District, Fauquier County Virginia, according to survey of Ernest Robinson Heirs Property recorded in Deed Book 630, page 1169 owned by Ernest Robinson, are to terminate the interests of all persons who are not descendants of Ernest Robinson; to remove clouds on title; to partition the property resolving all questions of law; and to take cognizance of all questions of law affecting the legal title that may arise in these proceedings. It is therefore ORDERED that this Order be published in the Fauquier Times for four consecutive weeks and that the above-named persons and those made defendants by the general description of Parties Unknown, appear on or before the 27th day of September, 2024 at 9:30am in the Office of the Clerk of this Court and do what is necessary to protect their respective interests herein. Entered this 5th day of August, 2024. Douglas L. Fleming, Jr. JUDGE WE ASK FOR THIS: Robert deT. Lawrence, IV, VSB #03779 Bennett T. W. Eastham, Esq. VSB#93484 Walker Jones, P.C. 31 Winchester Street, Warrenton, VA 20186 Telephone: 540-347-9223; Facsimile: 540 349-1715 Counsel for Plaintiff Public Notices
ORDER OF PUBLICATION COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA VA. CODE 1-211.1;8.01-316, 20-104 Case No.CL24-386 Fauquier Circuit Court, 29 Ashby Street, Warrenton, VA 20186, Commonwealth of Virginia, in re Ann C. Haines v. Kyle Mercer The object of this suit is to: Probate a copy of a Lost Will. It is ORDERED that Kyle Mercer appear at the above-named court and protect his/her interests on or before September 27, 2024 at 9:30AM. Entered this day: 07-31-2024 James P. Fisher, Judge
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NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE FOR DELINQUENT TAXES Pursuant to decrees of sale entered by the Fauquier County Circuit Court in the below referenced causes (identified by case number starting with "CL"), the undersigned offers for sale pursuant to VA Code § 58.1-3965, et seq. by private offer until August 21, 2024 at noon the following properties located in Fauquier County to satisfy delinquent taxes owed thereon: 1) 155.0343 +/- acre unimproved parcel with access to and from Aquia Road via a private ingress/egress easement in Cedar Run District and owned by Macon Sims, Jr. (PIN 7848-21-2983; CL24-258; 2) unimproved, landlocked parcel of 11 acres and 1 rood +/- near Somerville in Cedar Run District owned by the Heirs at Law of Malinda Jackson (PIN 7827-38-2325; CL24-122). Properties that do not bring private offers of at least 100% of appraised value by August 21, 2024 at noon will be auctioned on Thursday August 22, 2024 at 11 a.m. at Fauquier Circuit Court, 40 Culpeper Street, Warrenton, VA 20186. For information, visit: www.fauquiercounty.gov/taxsale. Sale terms: All funds must be paid by cashier's check. Cash will not be accepted. Sales require Court approval. A deposit of $1,000.00 or 10% of the purchase price, whichever is greater, must accompany all private offers and highest bids. Offers and highest bids submitted without deposits via cashier's check will be rejected. Checks shall be made payable to "General Receiver, Fauquier Circuit Court" and be delivered to Special Commissioner with a completed offer of purchase form. Sale proceeds balances are due within 30 days of Court approval. Properties are offered for sale as-is with all faults, without any warranties, express or implied, are conveyed by deed with special warranty of title, and are sold free of all liens. Special Commissioner of Sale makes no representations or guarantees as to the accuracy of the acreages or fitness for any particular use. Properties are available for inspection at interested parties' risk and expense. Inspection costs are nonrefundable. Purchasers bear costs of title search, recording costs, and grantor's tax. Mary Catherine Anderson, VSB No. 68654, Treasurer's Counsel & Special Comm. of Sale, 29 Ashby St., 2nd Fl., Warrenton, VA 20186; (540) 422-8180; mc.anderson.tr@fauquiercounty.gov I, Gail H. Barb, Clerk of the Fauquier County Circuit Court, certify that the Court directed that all payments be deposited to the credit of the Court with the General Receiver and that no bond shall be required therefore of Special Commissioner of Sale pursuant to VA Code § 8.01-99. Gail H. Barb, Clerk, Fauquier County Circuit Court Legal Notices
TOWN OF WARRENTON NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Board of Zoning Appeals of the Town of Warrenton will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at 5:00 PM in the Warrenton Town Hall Council Chambers (First Floor) located at 21 Main Street, Warrenton, Virginia, on the following item(s): BZA #2024-2 - Application for a Variance pursuant to Article 3-4.3.4, lot and yard regulations of the Town of Warrenton Zoning Ordinance. The request for a variance of up to 7' from the required 15' side setback would allow the property owner to construct a three-family dwelling approximately 8' from the side property line on Haiti Street. The lot is approximately 6,176 square feet, and zoned Residential (R-6). The Comprehensive Plan identifies the property as Medium Density Residential on the Future Land Use Plan. The owner/applicant is Fauquier Habitat for Humanity. GPIN 6984-44-8436-000. People having an interest in the above are invited to participate in the hearing and state their opinion regarding the above issues. Copies of all applications and full versions of the proposed Variance are available for review in the Department of Community Development located at 21 Main Street, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The Town of Warrenton desires to make its programs, services, facilities, and activities accessible to persons with disabilities. If you need accommodations or auxiliary services, please contact the Town as far in advance as possible.
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Notice is hereby given that the Town Council of the Town of Warrenton will hold their Regular Monthly Meeting Work Session on Tuesday, September 10th, 2024, at 9:00 AM in the Warrenton Town Hall Council Chambers (First Floor) located at 21 Main Street, Warrenton, Virginia. Notice is hereby given that the Town Council of the Town of Warrenton will hold their Regular Monthly Meeting on Tuesday, September 10th, 2024, at 6:30 PM in the Warrenton Town Hall Council Chambers (First Floor) located at 21 Main Street, Warrenton, Virginia. People having an interest in the above are invited to participate in the hearing and state their opinion regarding the above issues. The public may also choose to submit written comments through the Town's website or by emailing citizencomment@warrentonva.gov during the public comment period, which will end at noon the day of the Public Hearing, September 10th, 2024. Copies of the agenda information will be available online and are available for review at Town Hall located at 21 Main Street, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The Town of Warrenton desires to make its programs, services, facilities, and activities accessible to persons with disabilities. If you need accommodations or auxiliary services, please contact the Town as far in advance as possible. Legal Notices
VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR FAUQUIER COUNTY Charlotte M. Walker; Plaintiff v. CIVIL NO. CL24-393 Heirs of Mary Fannie Smoot Robert Coram, Jr. Crystal Coram Antonio Coram Bernadetta Jordan Addresses Unknown All of the heirs, devisees and successors (and their creditors and spouses) of Mary Fannie Smoot, deceased, including her brother Ford Smoot, her brother Adolphus Smoot, her sister Elizabeth Smoot Russell and her children and descendants James Golden Smoot, John Yates, Jeffrey Smoot, and James G. Smoot, Jr., her sister Thelma S. Smoot, her brother Clarence William Coram, her brother John Wise Coram and his son Michael Smith, her brother Joseph Randolph Coram and his children and descendants Joseph Randolph Coram, Jr., Jermaine Coram, Douglas Edwin Coram, and Robert Allen Coram, her sister Esther Marie Robinson (Ester Coram) and her son Arthur Ford Robinson, her sister Mattie Coram Sanker and her children and descendants William Randolph Coram, Franklin William Sanker, Sr., Franklin William Sanker, Jr., Charles Douglas Sanker, and Tasha Jordan, and her sister Adelean Harris; who are believed dead; and any and all persons who have or who claim to have any interest in that property known as 9499 Old Waterloo Road, Marshall, Marshall Magisterial District, Fauquier County, Virginia, assessed as 5.495 acres, more or less, PIN #6953-57-3104-000, and being property conveyed to Thelma Smoot and Mary Fannie Smoot at Deed Book 298, page 689 among the land records of Fauquier County, Virginia; who are unknown and who are made parties hereto as PARTIES UNKNOWN, Defendants ORDER OF PUBLICATION DEFENDANTS WITH UNKNOWN ADDRESSES AND PARTIES UNKNOWN The objects of this cause, concerning that property known as 9499 Old Waterloo Road, Marshall, Marshall Magisterial District, Fauquier County, Virginia, assessed as 5.495 acres, PIN #6953-57-3104-000 previously owned by Mary Fannie Smoot, are to terminate the interests of all persons who are not descendants of Mary Fannie Smoot; to remove clouds on title; to partition the property resolving all questions of law affecting the legal title that may arise in these proceedings. It is therefore ORDERED that this Order be published in the Fauquier Times for four consecutive weeks and that the above-named persons and those made defendants by the general description of Parties Unknown, appear on or before the 27th day of September 2024 in the Office of the Clerk of this Court and do what is necessary to protect their respective interests herein. Entered this 5th day of August, 2024. Douglas L. Fleming, Jr.; JUDGE WE ASK FOR THIS: Robert deT. Lawrence, IV, VSB #03779 Bennett T. W. Eastham, Esq. VSB#93484 Walker Jones, P.C., 31 Winchester Street, Warrenton, VA 20186 Telephone: 540-347-9223; Facsimile: 540 349-1715 Counsel for Plaintiff
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