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Changes coming to Main Street thanks to new state funds Project has been scaled back due to increased costs
By Cher Muzyk Staff Writer
By Tate Hewitt Staff Writer
Warrenton is scaling back a plan to improve the town’s Main Street, but, at the same time, plans to move ahead soon with a long-stalled project to increase walkability and accessibility in Old Town. Town council members approved the Main Street Improvement Project in August 2019, but funding delays and rising costs have kept the project on hold. Now, with the help of $628,000 from the Virginia Department of Transportation, the project could launch by 2026. The grant money will ultimately pay for two large road projects in Old Town: redesigning Main Street and repaving sections of Falmouth and Main streets and Alexandria Pike. Town Manager Frank Cas-
Judge orders convicted dog breeder jailed until sentencing
— no funding from the town,” Wharton said of one state grant, which provides $628,659 to cover the costs of repaving parts of Falmouth and Main streets and Alexandria Pike.
A judge revoked bond for Fauquier County dog breeder Irina Barrett Thursday and sent her to jail to await sentencing on 60 misdemeanor counts of FILE PHOTO cruelty to animals. Irina Barrett A jury found Barrett guilty of animal abuse last November, but she’d since been out of jail on bond. Barrett’s sentencing had already been delayed once and was set to happen Thursday, Sept. 12. Instead, it was put off until Oct. 10 due to a series of dramatic developments in the case, including a motion from her defense attorney, asking Fauquier County Circuit Court Judge James Plowman Jr. to allow him to withdraw from Barrett’s defense. Plowman granted the move because Barrett sent the judge a letter without her attorney’s knowledge. Though he didn’t read the letter, the judge said, Barrett’s version of events is “completely divorced from reality.”
See MAIN STREET, page 9
See BARRETT, page 8
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Warrenton town officials had planned to put off some of its improvement plans for Main Street but a a just-received grant from the state might get some of the work back on track to be completed sooner. sidyand project coordinator Michael Wharton pressed the council at a work session last week on the importance of coordinating the two projects, which would allow the town to double dip on state funds. “This is 100% VDOT funding
Virginia schools monitoring increased threats on social media Schools encourage parents to talk to kids about seriousness of making threats online By Meghan Mangrum Deputy Editor
Several school districts in Virginia have been affected in recent weeks by threats of violence — mostly made on social media. The concerns put schools on high alert following the Sept. 4 shooting at a high school in Georgia that left two students and two teachers dead.
Increased threats
Fauquier County Public Schools notified families on Sept. 11 that the Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office was actively monitoring social media posts “circulating across the country concerning potential threats of school violence.” “Please know that the Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office is actively monitoring the situation, and we are in constant communication with them to stay informed on any developments,” school officials said in a
Read more about how Fauquier County Public Schools aims to keep students safe at fauquier.com. message sent to families. Culpeper County Public Schools also notified parents that school officials were aware of a threat circulating broadly on social media in several states that was determined not to pose a credible threat to local schools. Nearby Rappahannock County
Public Schools officials were also on high alert on Sept. 10 after they were “made aware of a social media post about a possible school threat regarding buses,” according to a Facebook post. The school division subsequently increased law enforcement presence at its elementary school and high school, though Rappahannock County Sheriff Connie Compton determined the threat was not credible. See SCHOOL, page 9
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Santa and Mrs. Claus wave from a decorated fire truck during the Warrenton Christmas Parade.
Annual Warrenton Christmas Parade set for Dec. 6 Staff R eport
Mark your calendars: Santa Claus is coming to Old Town Warrenton! The annual Warrenton Christmas Parade is slated for Friday, Dec. 6. Hero’s Bridge will once again be the beneficiary of the event, according to Premiere Hospitality, which produces the parade. The hospitality group promises this year’s parade will be “the biggest and brightest yet,” according to a news release. This parade traditionally kicks off the holiday season each year and brings thousands of residents from the region to Warrenton. It features more than 100 local businesses and nonprofit organizations with floats, decorated vehicles, pets and marchers. This year’s parade will begin at 6 p.m. and will proceed on the same route as years past, according to a news release. A portion of the parade proceeds will support Hero’s Bridge and its six programs that help to improve the quality of life for aging veterans in the five-county region of Fauquier, Culpeper, Rappahannock, Madison and Orange counties. Those interested in participating can submit an application now through Nov. 15 or as long as space is available. The event is also in need of sponsors and volunteers. Find more information, including the rules and regulations of participating or how to volunteer, at www.warrentonchristmasparade.com. Winners of last year’s float contests and awards include: • The Clark Griswold Award (Most Illuminated): PuroClean Certified Restoration Specialists • The Judges’ Choice Award: Fresta Valley Christian School • The Most Original Holiday Entry Award: The Dog Spa • The Best Performance Award: Ballet Folkloric El Tepeyac 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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The town of Warrenton is soliciting thoughts from Waterloo Street residents about possible solutions to excessive speed and other safety issues on the road.
Warrenton officials shelve possible townwide speed limit
Town staff questions cost, need By Tate Hewitt Staff Writer
Warrenton town officials are shelving the idea of a townwide speed limit for now. The possibility of a townwide speed limit surfaced last month during a Warrenton Town Council work session, when town attorney Martin Crim reported that a recent change in state law makes it easier for municipalities to lower the speed limit of roads below 25 miles per hour. At the time, council members tossed around the possibility of lowering the speed limit in residential areas or adopting a townwide speed limit. Ultimately, council members asked town staff to return with recommendations. But since then, officials have concluded there isn’t enough need
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But the price tag of a townwide speed limit is also a factor in shelving the idea. “If we were to implement this, we will need to remove, replace and update our speed limit signs throughout the town,” according to information from town staff. “This will require funding of which we do not have factored into our budget at this time. Preliminary costs for only the signs are between $15,000.00 to $20,000.00.” “We didn’t have the need; we don’t have the budget; (and) the task force seems to be working,” Cassidy told council members last week. 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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Boys & Girls Club hopes to turn the page on tough times New leader optimistic the club can grow its services By Aimee O’Grady Contributing Writer
After a difficult year in which most of the staff of the Boys & Girls Club of Fauquier County turned over, a new leader hopes to chart a new direction. Jessica Hall, a former business owner and Fauquier High School parent, was appointed as the executive director in May. Her goal is to increase participation in, and access to, the club’s programs and begin growing its services after serious cutbacks. “I want to help students pursue their passions and then leverage community resources to support their goals,” she said. Dating back to the pandemic, the club struggled with low enrollment and decreased funding. The result was a big setback when the club was forced to close its programs at two of the county’s three middle schools after expanding to serve more students. The charter location at Cedar Lee Middle School continues to operate, with bus service from Grace, Pierce, Mary Walter and Pierson elementary schools. “Like many nonprofits, funding has been down since COVID because the level of disposable income has decreased,” Hall said. “We are largely grant-driven and though the number of grants hasn’t decreased, the amount available has. Our donor
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four finalists when board members were impressed by her commitment to stabilizing the organization and laying a strong foundation for future growth. Hall said resources provided by the national Boys & Girls Club organization helped her prepare for her new role. “Boys & Girls Club of Fauquier provides a safe place where youth can learn and grow,” she said. “We offer life-enriching programs which allow families to stress less and smile more.” One of Hall’s key initiatives is to introduce teen-driven clubs, where students themselves define and shape the programs. The innovative pilot program is currently being run at Cedar Lee.
Hall also plans to establish a community advisory committee that will bring together parents, business owners and community members. This committee, she said, will serve as a platform for learning about the club, sharing ideas and fostering community investment in its future success. Hall owned and operated the Raven’s Nest coffee shop in Culpeper before selling the business in 2019. She moved to Warrenton, where she worked as an advertising representative for Discovery Publications. With a daughter in high school, she said she was ready for a new challenge and sought a way to contribute more to the community. The club’s summer camps saw strong participation this year, but following the camps, the organization’s structure was realigned, and the remaining staff was terminated. Since then, nearly all administrative positions have been filled. Hall said community engagement and creative thinking will be needed to revitalize the club and restore programs at all the middle schools. But after such difficult times, the club has survived, and she expects it to thrive in the future. “The Boys & Girls Club is still here,” she said. “We look forward to welcoming students into our program.” Learn more about the Boys & Girls Club of Fauquier County at www.bgcfauquier.org/.
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Members of Warrenton Town Council listen as Edward Erfurt, director of community action for Strong Towns, shares ideas on how to fix the town’s housing crisis during a Sept. 10 work session.
Strong Towns offers ideas to ease Warrenton’s housing crisis Affordable, attainable housing is one of the town’s biggest challenges By Tate Hewitt Staff Writer
In 2024, new development proposals have had Warrenton town officials wading deep into existential debates about housing and growth. So, last week, they brought in a national development advocacy expert to hear recommendations for how to approach the problem. “Across the country, we are in a housing crisis,” said Edward Erfurt, director of community action for the national advocacy group Strong Towns, told Warrenton Town Council members Sept. 10. Affordable, attainable housing is one of Warrenton’s biggest challenges as officials consider new development, infrastructure and zoning updates. During three separate appearances last week in front of a range of audiences, Erfurt highlighted what Strong Towns advocates and recommended Warrenton take steps such as removing parking mandates, securing local financing and loosening zoning restrictions such as those on accessory dwelling units. Strong Towns advocates a bottom-up approach to growth, rejecting the suburban development pattern that has shaped the American landscape for the better part of a century — which Erfurt described as a “growth Ponzi scheme.” “When you talk about your regulations, where are the things that you really have to regulate and where are the ones that we don’t need to?” Erfurt said. He asked council members to think about what they could do right now to make changes the community needs. He said changes in zoning and planning could make small, incremental growth easier, such as zoning overlays that allow structures
like accessory dwelling units and removing parking mandates for new buildings, opening options for multifamily housing. “You have to be highly flexible and be prepared to adapt,” Erfurt told council members, explaining that the modern building code might need to be amended to fit Warrenton’s traditional development pattern, not to mention the varied expectations of citizens.
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Legal Notice LEGAL NOTICEN OTICE NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF A PETITION OF VIRGINIA ELECTRIC AND POWER COMPANY FOR APPROVAL OF A RATE ADJUSTMENT CLAUSE, DESIGNATED RIDER DIST, UNDER § 56-585.1 A 6 OF THE CODE OF VIRGINIA AND THE CONSOLIDATION OF RIDERS GT AND U PURSUANT TO § 56-585.1 A 7 OF THE CODE OF VIRGINIA CASE NO. PUR-2024-00137 On August 1, 2024, pursuant to § 56 585.1 A 6 (“Subsection A 6”) and § 56 585.1 A 7 (“Subsection A 7”) of the Code of Virginia (“Code”), Virginia Electric and Power Company (“Dominion” or “Company”) filed with the State Corporation Commission (“Commission”) a petition (“Petition”): (1) For approval of a new rate adjustment clause (“RAC”), designated Rider DIST, pursuant to Subsection A 6, to recover the projected and actual costs related to certain electric distribution grid transformation projects that the Commission has approved as part of the Company’s plan to transform its electric distribution grid (“GT Plan”) and to recover the costs associated with the Company’s Strategic Underground Program (“SUP”) (collectively, “Rider DIST Programs”) (“Request 1”); (2) For approval to consolidate Riders GT and U, pursuant to Subsection A 7, resulting in: (i) the recovery of costs associated with the Rider DIST Programs through the proposed Rider DIST RAC; and (ii) the withdrawal of Riders GT and U, effective June 1, 2025 (“Request 2”); and (3) For approval of an annual update procedure for Rider DIST with approval of the rate year commencing June 1, 2025 through May 31, 2026 (“Rate Year”) (“Request 3”). Regarding the Company’s GT Plan, in Case Nos. PUR-2018-00100 and PUR-201900154, the Commission approved the Company’s investments related to 11 GT Projects for the years 2019, 2020, and 2021 (“Phase I”). In Case No. PUR-2021-00127, the Commission approved additional investments related to 14 GT Projects for the years 2022 and 2023 (“Phase II”). In Case No. PUR-2023-00051, the Commission approved costs associated with the continuation of 12 previously approved GT Projects and two new GT Projects for the years 2024, 2025, and 2026 (“Phase III”). With respect to Request 1, Dominion seeks approval of a new RAC, designated Rider DIST, to recover the costs associated with certain GT Projects and the Company’s SUP. Specifically, Dominion seeks cost recovery for a total of 18 GT Projects across all three Phases, including: (1) mainfeeder hardening, (2) targeted corridor improvement, (3) voltage island mitigation, (4) hosting capacity analysis, (5) the Locks Campus Microgrid, (6) physical security, (7) the Smart Charging Infrastructure Pilot Program, (8) telecommunications, (9) cyber security, (10) customer education, (11) intelligent grid devices, (12) fault, location, isolation, and service restoration (“FLISR”), (13) Distributed Energy Resources Management System, (14) Enterprise Asset Management System, (15) voltage optimization enablement, (16) substation technology deployment, (17) Outage Management System, and (18) the NonWires Alternatives Pilot Program. The Company represents that the Commission approved these Phases I, II, and III projects as reasonable and prudent up to the estimated capital and operations and maintenance costs for each project. The Company further represents that, should costs exceed the cost caps, those costs would be incurred at the Company’s risk, and it would be the Company’s burden to demonstrate the reasonableness and prudence for any such incremental investment. The Company represents that based on current projected and actual costs, 12 of the 18 Phases I-III approved GT Projects for which the Company is seeking cost recovery in this proceeding are progressing in line with the overall budgetary plan within the Commissionapproved cost caps. Dominion asserts that six projects out of the 18 approved Phases I-III projects have projected costs that exceed the cost caps – mainfeeder hardening, voltage island mitigation, Locks Campus Microgrid, physical security, FLISR, and substation technology deployment. Dominion states that these projects are still reasonable to pursue and requests that the Commission approve the incremental costs of these GT Projects as reasonable and prudent. The Company asserts that the actual and projected costs for the Grid Transformation portfolio is approximately $38 million under the total Commission-approved cost cap. Regarding the SUP, Dominion is requesting to recover costs associated with previously approved SUP Phases I-VII and proposed Phase VIII. Dominion provides an update on Phase VII of its SUP, and states that it completed 349.5 miles of underground conversions of overhead distribution tap lines and associated facilities as part of SUP Phase VII, compared to the estimated 382.5 miles originally proposed for SUP Phase VII underground conversions. The Company states that it estimated a per-mile cost for Phase VII of $674,526 per mile and the final per-mile cost was $737,965 per mile. The Company represents that proposed SUP Phase VIII is designed to convert approximately 325.7 miles of overhead tap lines to underground facilities at a capital investment of approximately $239 million. The Application states that Phase VIII actual expenditures through May 31, 2024, are approximately $141.6 million, and that projected expenditures for the period June 1, 2024 through May 31, 2025, are approximately $97.6 million. Dominion represents that for Phase VIII underground conversions, the Company estimates an average cost per mile of $734,547, an average cost per customer of $8,642 and an events per mile of 14.2. In this proceeding, Dominion is seeking recovery of costs of proposed SUP Phase VIII through Rider DIST for only those projects that will be completed prior to the beginning of the proposed Rate Year, June 1, 2025. With respect to Request 2, Dominion seeks approval to consolidate Riders GT and U, resulting in the recovery of costs of the Rider DIST Programs through Rider DIST. Such consolidation would also result in the withdrawal of Riders GT and U. The Company states that the consolidation of Riders GT and U is in the interest of judicial economy because the Company’s GT Plan and SUP have been operational for several years, the costs of which the Commission currently reviews and approves separately. The Company further states that consolidating the riders will reduce the administrative burden and costs of filing these cases separately. With respect to Request 3, Dominion seeks approval of an annual update procedure for Rider DIST with approval of the Rate Year. The Company seeks approval of a total revenue requirement of $268.52 million for Rider DIST, consisting of a revenue requirement of $102.46 million for the GT Plan Phases I-III, and $166.06 million for previously approved SUP Phases I-VII and proposed Phase VIII of the SUP. Regarding its methodology to calculate jurisdictional and class allocation factors for the consolidated Rider DIST, Dominion states it would adapt the Rider GT allocation methodology, which was already weighted by each GT Project group’s contribution to the overall revenue requirement, to also include the SUP revenue requirement, and allocation methodology, in its weighting. The Company asserts that its proposed allocation methodology for Rider
DIST follows both the approved methodologies from the Rider GT and Rider U proceedings and combines these methodologies into a single calculation. Dominion asserts that it has calculated the Rider DIST rates in accordance with the same methodology used for those rates approved by the Commission in the Company’s most recently decided Rider GT update case, Case No. PUR-2023-00136, and the Company’s most recently decided Rider U update case, Case No. PUR-2023-00172. If the proposed Rider DIST revenue requirement for the Rate Year is approved, Dominion asserts that typical residential customer’s monthly bill, using 1,000 kilowatt hours (“kWh”) per month, would decrease by $1.13 compared to the combined impact of the current Rider GT and Rider U. The Company represents that the total Rider DIST monthly bill impact will be $6.26 based on usage of 1,000 kWh per month. The Company proposes Rider DIST to be effective for usage on June 1, 2025, or the first day of the month that is at least 15 calendar days following the date of any Commission order approving Rider DIST. Interested persons are encouraged to review Dominion’s Petition and supporting documents in full for details about these and other proposals. TAKE NOTICE that the Commission may apportion revenues among customer classes and/or design rates in a manner differing from that shown in the Petition and supporting documents and thus may adopt rates that differ from those appearing in the Company’s Petition and supporting documents. The Commission entered an Order for Notice and Hearing in this proceeding that, among other things, scheduled a public hearing on Dominion’s Petition. A hearing for the receipt of testimony from public witnesses on the Company’s Petition shall be convened telephonically at 10 a.m. on February 4, 2025. On or before January 28, 2025, any person desiring to offer testimony as a public witness shall provide to the Commission (a) your name, and (b) the telephone number that you wish the Commission to call during the hearing to receive your testimony. This information may be provided to the Commission in three ways: (i) by filling out a form on the Commission’s website at scc.virginia.gov/pages/Webcasting; (ii) by completing and emailing the PDF version of this form to SCCInfo@scc.virginia.gov; or (iii) by calling (804) 371-9141. This public witness hearing will be webcast at scc.virginia.gov/pages/Webcasting. Beginning at 10 a.m. on February 4, 2025, the Hearing Examiner will telephone sequentially each person who has signed up to testify as provided above. On February 4, 2025, at 10 a.m., or at the conclusion of the public witness portion of the hearing, whichever is later, in the Commission’s second floor courtroom located in the Tyler Building, 1300 East Main Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219, the Hearing Examiner will convene the evidentiary portion of the hearing to receive testimony and evidence related to the Petition from the Company, any respondents, and the Commission Staff (“Staff”). To promote administrative efficiency and timely service of filings upon participants, the Commission has directed the electronic filing of testimony and pleadings, unless they contain confidential information, and required electronic service on parties to this proceeding. Electronic copies of the public version of the Petition may be obtained by submitting a written request to counsel for the Company: Jontille D. Ray, Esquire, McGuireWoods LLP, Gateway Plaza, 800 East Canal Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219, or jray@mcguirewoods. com. Interested persons also may download unofficial copies of the public version of the Petition and other documents filed in this case from the Commission’s website: scc.virginia.gov/pages/Case-Information. On or before January 28, 2025, any interested person may submit comments on the Petition by following the instructions found on the Commission’s website: scc.virginia.gov/ casecomments/Submit-Public-Comments. Those unable, as a practical matter, to submit comments electronically may file such comments by U.S. mail to the Clerk of the State Corporation Commission, c/o Document Control Center, P.O. Box 2118, Richmond, Virginia 23218-2118. All such comments shall refer to Case No. PUR-2024-00137. On or before November 1, 2024, any person or entity wishing to participate as a respondent in this proceeding may do so by filing a notice of participation at scc.virginia.gov/ clk/efiling. Those unable, as a practical matter, to file a notice of participation electronically may file such notice at the address listed above. Such notice of participation shall include the email addresses of such parties or their counsel, if available. The respondent simultaneously shall serve a copy of the notice of participation on counsel to the Company. Pursuant to 5 VAC 5-20-80 B, Participation as a respondent, of the Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedure (“Rules of Practice”), any notice of participation shall set forth: (i) a precise statement of the interest of the respondent; (ii) a statement of the specific action sought to the extent then known; and (iii) the factual and legal basis for the action. Any organization, corporation, or government body participating as a respondent must be represented by counsel as required by 5 VAC 5-20-30, Counsel, of the Rules of Practice. All filings shall refer to Case No. PUR-202400137. For additional information about participation as a respondent, any person or entity should obtain a copy of the Commission’s Order for Notice and Hearing. On or before December 3, 2024, each respondent may file with the Clerk of the Commission, at scc.virginia.gov/clk/efiling, any testimony and exhibits by which the respondent expects to establish its case. Any respondent unable, as a practical matter, to file testimony and exhibits electronically may file such by U.S. mail to the Clerk of the Commission at the address listed above. Each witness’s testimony shall include a summary not to exceed one page. All testimony and exhibits shall be served on the Staff, the Company, and all other respondents simultaneous with its filing. In all filings, respondents shall comply with the Rules of Practice, as modified herein, including, but not limited to: 5 VAC 5-20-140, Filing and service, and 5 VAC 5-20-240, Prepared testimony and exhibits. All filings shall refer to Case No. PUR-2024-00137. Any documents filed in paper form with the Office of the Clerk of the Commission in this docket may use both sides of the paper. In all other respects, except as modified by the Commission’s Order for Notice and Hearing, all filings shall comply fully with the requirements of 5 VAC 5-20-150, Copies and format, of the Rules of Practice. The public version of the Company’s Petition, the Commission’s Rules of Practice, the Commission’s Order for Notice and Hearing, and other documents filed in the case may be viewed at: scc.virginia.gov/pages/Case-Information.
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Hidden in the trees, Arterra Wines takes a natural approach The winery and art shop aims for authentic local flavors By Dayna Smith
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A winery set in a forest is an oddity. A wine tasting room with an art gallery and studio is out of the norm. And a winemaker who surmised he was doing something wrong, when everyone else told him he was doing everything right, is a contrarian — or perhaps a visionary. That tendency to question orthodoxy — to look at different ways of doing things — is what sets Jason Murray and Arterra Wines apart in the ever-expanding world of Virginia wine. Set in a clearing amidst towering trees, the winery and adjacent vineyard in Delaplane, blend into the natural environment, rather than redefine it. Murray and his wife, artist Sandy Gray-Murray, chose the name Arterra — art of the land — as a reflection of the approach they take to their respective endeavors. Gray-Murray, in her studio Hawkmoth Arts, creates pieces derivative of the local landscape and vineyard. Murray, in the winery, strives to capture the purest expression of land and grape. In his first three years, when he was making wine in Northern Virginia for others, Murray was using commercial yeast, new oak barrels and adding sulfites. But after that third year, two things hit him at once and led him to change course. He was presenting his wines at winemaker meetings when suddenly the other winemakers started saying, “Whoa, these are good wines,” but he realized people were saying that because his wines started to taste like everyone else’s wines. It seemed the benchmark for quality was the ability to standardize or homogenize the wine. There had to be more to it, Murray thought, noticing there were characteristics in the grapes that were not showing up in the wine. He looked at the practices employed by acclaimed winemakers around the world and decided to try fermenting with the native yeasts that grow naturally on grape skins rather than commercial yeasts which are more predictive and controllable. The resulting wines were complex and much more interesting, he discovered. “There’s a Catch 22 with Virginia and other emerging wine regions where people will describe it as awesome because you can’t tell the difference between it and California or French or Australian wine,” Murray said. “But my thinking is … what is the point of buying a Virginia wine if you could just buy the same wine with a California label at the grocery store and cheaper?” Over the next few years, with both Gray-Murray’s art and Murray’s wine gaining attention, they hatched a plan to build a winery and studio. They found a 75-acre moun-
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Top: Jason Murray, owner and winemnaker at Arterra Wines and Hawkmoth Arts in Delaplane, VA, Sunday July 21. Bottom left: Guests check out the art pieces at Hawkmoth Arts, a studio and gallery incorporated into the tasting room at Arterra Wines in Delaplane. Artist Sandy Gray-Murray owns the winery with her husband Jason Murray who is also the winemaker. Bottom right: A tasting of wines at Arterra Wines and Hawkmoth Arts in Delaplane, VA, Sunday July 21. tain parcel north of Delaplane at an elevation of more than 800 feet. When Murray’s shovel turned up gritty, well-drained soils, littered with rocks — perfect for growing grapes — they pounced. The couple obtained a farm loan from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and, by 2015, they were in business. It is a very hard way to make money, Murray said. It is challenging and expensive, and the equipment breaks. “We are the only winery that I am aware of that is 100% survival economics as a business,” he said. He and Gray-Murray have one full-time vineyard employee and several part-timers in the tasting room. “The great thing about Sandy’s art business is that it seems like any time there is a downturn on the
wine sales, the art sales hold strong,” Murray said. With 17 vintages under his belt, Murray’s winemaking vision is clear: letting grapes evolve and ferment as they did before industrial wine-making; producing a “clean” wine with minimal intervention; capturing a true sense of place, or terroir — in that you taste nothing that did not originate from that grape, on that site, in that year, he said. The resulting wines have added dimension or width in the mouth, Murray said, going all the way to the sides of your cheeks, unlike conventional wines which have front, mid and back palate structure, The texture is richer, he said, with a chewy, viscous feel and a clean finish. The Murrays currently farm two vineyards, each about 8 and a half acres, Arterra Estate, and a satellite
vineyard in Philomont, called Seven Oaks. They bottle 1,200 cases a year. The vast majority of wines are single varietals, which Murray said are the best expressions of the terroir. Arterra Wines, on Leeds Manor Road in Delaplane, also houses Hawkmoth Arts and is open Thursday through Monday from 12 to 6 p.m. There is both outdoor seating among towering trees — fall is a great time to visit — as well as ample indoor seating. A tasting fee of $20 includes any five wines guided by knowledgeable staff. 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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Judge orders convicted dog breeder jailed until sentencing
BARRETT, from page 1
Barrett’s convictions are tied to a dog breeding operation, Canis Maximus Kennel, that she ran out of her Broad Run home, where 75 dogs and other animals were seized from filthy, deplorable conditions in January 2020. Each conviction could result in a sentence of up to one year in jail, for a maximum of 60 years behind bars. Barrett’s defense attorney, Trey Mayfield of the Juris Day Law Firm in Fairfax, told Plowman he filed a motion to withdraw as Barrett’s counsel on Sept. 11 when he learned about the letter to the judge. Mayfield said there was a “fundamental breakdown” in their attorney-client relationship. Plowman said he had not read the letter. Prosecutor Michelle Welch, a senior assistant attorney general assigned to the case, said she was “very glad” the judge had not read the letter because it contained “many untrue” statements. The letter was not accessible to the public, according to a court clerk. Barrett said she wrote the letter to the court because she believed the prosecution had not turned over “critical evidence” that would have helped her during her trial about how her dog Yeva died while in the care of a Maryland veterinarian. She said Mayfield didn’t agree with her argument, so she wrote the letter herself. “I implore you to read it,” Barrett said to the judge. “I have plenty of ground to push the matter.”
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A dog, used for breeding, seized from Canis Maximus Kennel in Broad Run pictured at the Fauquier SPCA on Feb. 5, 2020. Plowman declined to take up Barrett’s letter, saying it is a matter for appeal. When Plowman asked if Barrett was prepared to represent herself, she responded, “I’m not sure about that.” The judge responded, “That’s a no.” Welch objected to Mayfield’s withdrawal because she said another delay was a “real detriment to the Commonwealth in a case that has been pending for four years and nine months.” She noted this would be the second time sentencing would be delayed because of Barrett. It was last delayed because Mayfield filed a motion to set aside the verdict on the eve of sentencing, a date that had been on the docket for months. For those reasons, Welch said
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if Plowman allowed Mayfield to withdraw and delay sentencing, he should revoke Barrett’s bond. Mayfield said Barrett’s bond should not be revoked because she has always shown up for court, and she is not a danger. “I have grave concerns about what you are doing now,” Plowman told Barrett, and revoked her bond. The packed courtroom of about two dozen responded with an audible gasp. Plowman said he sat through the trial and had reviewed Barrett’s presentence report, a document with information about a person’s background and criminal history prepared by court staff before sentencing. “Your version of the facts and your observations are completely di-
vorced from reality,” he said, noting that reports from the police, Barrett’s own clients, veterinarians and other medical professionals were “consistent and completely and utterly divorced from yours.” Plowman told Barrett she must hire a new attorney or fill out a financial form to see if she qualifies for a court-appointed one by Sept. 23. Plowman set Oct. 10 as the new sentencing date and said her motion to set aside the jury verdict would also be heard at that hearing. When court was adjourned, Barrett looked stoic. She stood up and handed her car key and glasses to Mayfield and then followed a sheriff’s deputy out of the courtroom. “Even though I would have liked to see sentencing and justice today, I think this is the first time that Barrett has been held accountable for trying to avoid the ending of this,” Fauquier SPCA Executive Director Devon Settle said on the courthouse steps after the hearing. “I think it is good that she is going to at least be somewhere until the next court date where she can’t hurt any animals.” Reach Cher Muzyk at cmuzyk@ 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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Changes coming to Main Street thanks to new state funds MAIN STREET, from page 1 The grant will also pay to increase the grade at some crosswalks on those streets to make them more accessible and ADA-compliant. The town had already secured $735,000 from VDOT in 2020 for the project. When town staff first pitched the project, the plan was to add curb “bump-outs” and improve crosswalks from Courthouse Square to Calhoun Street on Main Street, with the goal of decreasing traffic and speed and improving pedestrian safety. VDOT’s revenue share program, which provides state funding to local communities for roadway projects, would allow the state to cover 50% of proposed construction costs, but the price of the project has increased from $1.4 million to at least $5.6 million. Due to the increased cost, town officials have settled on a smaller project from Court to Fifth streets. “We’re building off the original concept,” Cassidy said. “The original plan was very big — now we’re
scaling it back.” VDOT already agreed to pay $735,563 toward the project, while the town is expected to cover $1,084,307. Council member Eric Gagnon wanted to know why Warrenton is now slotted to pay more than 50% of the project’s cost. “That is because of the escalation of cost. Some of that is the paving of Main Street,” Wharton said. “That’s the reason I want these two projects to bind together, because then the town won’t bear that cost.” The town will need to have the project under contract by June 2025 to receive the grant funds and then will have a year to complete the project. Since the Town Council has already approved the project, the two grants simply need signatures from Cassidy. Then, the town will redesign the plan to fit the smaller scope of the project and send it out for bids by next summer, according to Lyndie Paul, the town communications director. Staff writer Tate Hewitt can be reached at thewitt@fauquier.com
Virginia schools monitoring increased threats on social media SCHOOL, from page 1 Fauquier County school officials assured families that school staff members “are taking every precaution to ensure the continued safety of our students and staff” and that safety and security remain a top priority. They also asked parents to speak with their children about the importance of following safety guidelines, both at school and online. Loudoun County Public Schools Superintendent Aaron Spence echoed that request after warning families about potential social media threats in recent weeks. “What I need from parents right now is to talk to your children regarding the seriousness of making threats towards our schools or sharing threats that others have made online,” Spence wrote in a message to families.
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Class time wasn’t affected for most local students by these concerns — but it was for students in other areas of Virginia. In Orange County, an elementary school was put into a “safe school mode” Monday after a a loaded gun was found in a 6-year-old student’s backpack. No arrests have been made yet, but law enforcement is actively investigating the incident. Frederick County Public Schools students also recently missed a day of class after officials decided to keep schools closed Sept. 11 “out of an abundance of caution” due to safety concerns identified in collaboration with the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office.
In some instances, students have been charged after making threats. A 12-year-old was arrested Sept. 9 after officers responded to a threat made on social media toward Unity Braxton Middle School in Manassas. An investigation revealed the Prince William County student posted threats toward the school on TikTok and was subsequently charged with “making threats by electronic means,” according to law enforcement records. A 15-year-old suspected of threatening violence against Brooke Point High School in Stafford County was also recently found to be in possession of a gun stolen from a Stafford County Sheriff’s Office vehicle, Inside Nova reported. A Washington County juvenile was also charged last week with four counts of “threats of death or serious injury at a school” after making a “concerning” social media post, authorities said. Two teens in York and Wise counties were also charged with making threats directed toward a school. Fauquier County operates a 24/7 tip line, according to spokesperson Erica Yelland, that “allows students, staff, parents and the community to report concerns.” Submitted tips are promptly addressed by school leadership, school resource and school security officers and other local law enforcement, Yelland said in an email. Tips and concerns can also be submitted online at www.fcps1.org. Deputy editor Meghan Mangrum can be reached at mmangrum@fauquier.com
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Strong Towns offers ideas to ease Warrenton’s housing crisis STRONG TOWNS, from page 5
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Another possibility for adding more affordable apartments would be to allow accessory dwelling units “by-right,” an idea that council member Paul Mooney proposed in April. That would allow property owners to build small, detached apartments in the backyards of their homes without needing special permits. “It’s a cute backyard cottage. In California, they call these casitas. When I was in Savannah, Georgia, they said, ‘No, they’re not ADUs — they’re carriage houses, and it’s a status symbol,’” Erfurt said during his presentation at Highland School Sept. 9. Regardless of what people call them, Erfurt says, these structures can help ease the housing shortage in Warrenton while creating a denser tax base and generating wealth for homeowners. “Would I want my neighbor adding an ADU behind me? I’m not sure,” Larry Kovalik told the Fauquier Times. Kovalik is the chair of Warrenton’s Board of Zoning Appeals and is running for the Ward 3 representative seat on the town council. He attended Erfurt’s presentation on Sept 9. Kovalik said he understands the need to increase affordable housing in Warrenton; he has two college-educated children living at home right
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Beyond strategic, adaptable zoning policies, Erfurt also urged elected officials to invest in these projects, either by donating town land to “gap-fund” affordable housing, co-signing the loans to such developments or finding other creative funding solutions. ®
“That’s a huge mitigant,” said Sam Parker, senior vice president at Oak View National Bank, who attended both Erfurt’s presentation and a Strong Towns stakeholder meeting as a member of the zoning ordinance update committee. He said he isn’t sure the town is ready to diversify how new developments are funded. “When I saw that, I was like, ‘Yeah, that would be great, but that seems like a higher hill to climb,’” Parker said. Oak View National Bank sponsored Erfurt’s presentation on Sept. 9 at Highland School, as did the PATH Foundation.
Parker is interested in many ideas presented by Erfurt, such as encouraging accessory dwelling units and starter homes, but he told the Fauquier Times the community bank does not use a one-size-fits-all approach to any lending. However, that is the type of streamlining Erfurt suggested could encourage local developers. “You should be allowing the next increment of development by-right,” Erfurt told the town council, referring to construction that does not need rezoning or variances to proceed. In many towns, only construction on large plots of undeveloped land is “by-right.” This would require a zoning change, which could be ushered in by Warrenton’s new zoning ordinance update committee. The committee, which met for the first time in August, will advise the council as part of a multiyear process to update the town’s zoning to better fit current needs and reduce requests for variances and special use permits. The Piedmont Journalism Foundation, which owns the Fauquier Times, received a grant in 2023 from the PATH Foundation. 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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Weekend happenings: Fall festivals, fiestas and farm tours By Sondra Anzalone Contributing Writer
It’s official autumn this week — celebrate at a family friendly Fall Festival and get into the pumpkin spirit. True Germans know Oktoberfest starts in September. Come “Prost” (i.e., cheers) with local beer, wine and ciders at the Middleburg Oktoberfest. Traditional foods, games and live music are just some of the offerings at this celebration. Looking for something spicier? Check out the Culpeper Fiesta where you can sample a variety of Hispanic foods while enjoying live music and dancers. Get the whole family together for Community Day. Visit a helicopter and emergency vehicle, play some games and enjoy healthy living demonstrations. You can even test your surgical skills on the DaVinci robot. Don’t forget to register — there’s a gift in it for you.
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CALENDAR OF UPCOMING FAUQUIER EVENTS SEPT. 18 TO 24 ONGOING EVENTS
Fauquier Community Theatre presents the Musical “Annie Get Your Gun”: Vint Hill Theater on the Green, 4225 Aiken Drive, Warrenton. Friday, Sept. 13, to Sunday, Sept. 29. Friday and Saturday performances, Sept. 13, 14, 20, 21, 27 and 28 are 7:30 p.m., Sunday matinees, Sept. 15, 22 and 29 are 2 p.m. Call 540-349-8760 for reservations; tickets available at www.FCTstage.org. Tickets range from $18 to $24. Veterans Coffee Social: Spiritual Care Support Ministries, 7179 New Hope Lane, Warrenton. 10 to 11:30 a.m. Every Third Wednesday. Make connections and find hope with those who understand the losses one has experienced. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to gain insights, find camaraderie and access assistance. Registration required; call 540-349-5814. Ladies Inspirational Study: Address will be provided to those that register. 10 a.m. to noon. Fridays, Sept. 20, to Nov. 22 (no group Oct. 4). Come to Chaplain Liz’s home for a transformative study of the book of Job. Discover the value of patience, perseverance and God’s unwavering faithfulness and restorative power. Registration required; call 540-349-5814. 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 Oct. 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, June 1, 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.
Friday, Sept. 20
Open Mic Night: The Open Book, 104 Main St., Warrenton. 7:30 p.m. Poets, comedians, singers, musicians and storytellers are all welcome to perform. The first 30 minutes of each event (6 to 6:30 p.m.) will be guaranteed to be family friendly. Free; performers can sign up when they arrive. Registration is not necessary; for more information, call 540-878-5358. Professional Development Book Club: PATH Foundation Resource Center, 321 Walker Drive, Warrenton. Noon to 1 p.m. Discussions on key insights from leading business and self-improvement books, sharing how to apply them in our work lives. The group will discuss “E-Myth Revisited.” The book is available from The Open Book. New members welcome. Registration required; go to https://www. fauquierchamberva.chambermaster.com/ eventregistration/register/18937. No charge and open to Chamber members and nonmembers. Party in the PawPaw Patch: The Clifton Institute, 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton. 6 to 7:30 p.m. For adults and children
accompanied by an adult. A brief talk on the ecology and cultural history of the species before going to the pawpaw patch to pick fruits to sample. Registration is required; call 540-341-3651. Adults $15 ($10 for Friends of Clifton), children 18 and under are free. DMV Connect: John Marshall Branch Library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall. 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. For adults. Free, appointments are required, go to www. DMVnow.com. DMV Connect is an easy way to connect with the VA Department of Motor Vehicles for all DMV transactions except vital records, testing and printed titles. Warbler Walk: Blandy Experimental Farm, 400 Blandy Farm Lane, Boyce. 8 to 10 a.m. For adults and children aged 12 and up. No pets allowed. Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather. Bring binoculars or borrow a pair from Blandy. Registration required; go to https:// www.eventbrite.com/e/warbler-walktickets-955844997117. $8 FOSA members, $12 non-members. 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. American Red Cross Blood Drive: Fauquier Health, 500 Hospital Drive, Warrenton. 8:30 a.m. Register at www. redcross.org or call 1-800-733-2767. Enter the main hospital entrance for screening and then go to Sycamore Room. 16th annual Charity Day: Total Wave Auto Spa, 16105 Ira Hoffman Lane, Culpeper. 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Benefiting local chair and non-profit organizations. Tidal Wave Auto Spa will donate 50% of all proceeds to The Arc of North Central Virginia, an organization dedicated to enabling people with IDD to live connected and meaningful lives. The other 50% of all proceeds will be donated to Annandale Village, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing life assistance to adults with developmental disabilities.
Saturday, Sept. 21
Local Author Mary Graziano Scro Book Signing: Walk by Faith, 9 S. Fifth St., Warrenton. 10 a.m. to noon. Mary Graziano Scro, local author of “Fighting for the Ones We Love.” For more information, call 540680-2075. Stuff the Truck to help Fauquier SPCA: Safeway, 189 W. Lee Highway, Warrenton. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Drop off donations at Safeway. To see the wish list, go to https:// www.fauquierspca.com/how-to-help/wishlist. Meet the Author, Lione Moriarty: Virtual. 7 to 8 p.m. Join for a chat with megabestselling author Liane Moriarty about her newest novel “Here One Moment.” Registration is required; go to https://bit.ly/ fplauthor. Words from the Wild at Sky Meadows State Park: Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane. 10 to 11 a.m. Absorb the transformative words of writers who love the wild, read aloud by two Virginia Master Naturalists. The walk will be taken in silence, at a slow pace. This program and the Sensory Explorers’ Trail are accessible for the blind and visually impaired. $10/car parking fee. Messick’s Fall Festival: Messick’s Farm Market, 6025 Catlett Road, Bealeton. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Additional dates: Sunday, Sept. 22; same times. Everyone is required to purchase a ticket; go to https://www. messicksfarmmarket.ticketspice.com/2024fall-festival. Hayrides; barrel train rides; zip line; candy cannon; bounce pillow; pumpkin patch; corn maze; hay bale structures; and more. Pumpkins are available for picking at an additional charge. Online: $13 a person, See CALENDAR, page 22
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KETTLE RUN VOLLEYBALL IS 6-0
The Kettle Run High volleyball team swept Handley to improve to 6-0. The Cougars have yet to drop a set and are ranked No. 12 in Virginia and No. 5 in Class 3.
CORUM’S FIRST NFL CARRY
Warrenton’s Blake Corum carried eight times for 28 yards for the L.A. Rams, his first NFL rushes last week.
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FAUQUIER FOOTBALL FALLS TO CULPEPER 21-17
Blue Devils’ late TD is dagger to Falcon hearts By Peter Brewington Sports Editor
Culpeper’s long desperation pass ripped through the sky at Kelican Field. The Blue Devils needed a near miracle with 20 seconds left. Sometimes Hail Mary passes hit, and this one did. Gavin Alvarado got behind the Falcon defense at the goal line for a shocking 34-yard touchdown grab from quarterback Jeremiah Johnson with 15 seconds left, leading Culpeper to a 21-17 road victory. A week after its biggest win in over 20 years — beating Liberty 35-14 in the Bird Bowl — Fauquier couldn’t capitalize on all that newfound joy. The dagger-to-the-heart touchdown ruined what coach Donnie Downs’ program needed most: some momentum as the dynamic first-year coach instills a winning attitude in the long-stagnant program. “I’m a little heartbroken for these guys because they did something special last week. We didn’t play our best football in the first half,” said Downs. The Falcons (1-1) came oh-soclose to winning, taking a 17-14 lead with 53 seconds left, as Bo Green took a snap from the 3-yard line and powered in from the right side for the go-ahead score. After Ben Noland hit Gabe Rogers on a two-point conversion pass, the Falcons led by three. But the Blue Devils (1-1) went 63 yards in the final 53 seconds to win it and avenge a 55-35 loss to Fauquier last year. “We could have hung our heads with some of the stuff that happened at the end situationally. But we didn’t. I’m proud of them,” said Culpeper coach Eric Sherry. “This game has some peaks and valleys to it.” Fauquier was left lamenting a sloppy first half that included three turnovers, ruining numerous scoring chances. On the positive side was the late surge as the Falcons overcame a 14-6 fourth-quarter deficit to lead 17-14. “I tell them all the time, ‘Ride the wave of adversity, the ups and downs. Ride it; don’t get too high or too low,’’’ said Downs. “At halftime that was the message. There was plenty of time left. They responded.” Down 14-6, Fauquier closed to 14-9 on Hector Villatoro’s 26-yard field goal with 8:54 to go. Culpeper drove into Fauquier territory on the next possession, but an interception by Gabe Rogers gave the Falcons a chance with 3:54 left. Martin orchestrated a 65-yard
PHOTO BY COY FERRELL
Bo Green’s 3-yard touchdown run gave Fauquier the lead with 59 seconds left before Culpeper scored the game’s final points with 15 seconds to go. But the Blue Devils had an answer, winning 21-17, ending the Falcons’ two-game win streak.
FAUQUIER’S NEXT GAME:
Thursday at Sherando (3-0), 7 p.m.
LIBERTY’S NEXT GAME:
Friday at home vs. Orange (1-1), 7 p.m. TD drive with some key passes and runs before giving way to the powerful Green in the wildcat formation. When Green surged into the end zone with 53 seconds left, it felt like the Falcons would win. But a desperate Culpeper had an answer as quarterback Johnson fired a bullet up the left side and the 6-foot-2 Alvarado hauled it in. “That kid’s a pretty special kid,” said Sherry. “He’s a kid we got from our baseball program and he’s such a great athlete. Wonderful kudos to him.” Downs said the pass was accurate and the receiver came up big
'I'm a little heartbroken for those guys.' -FAUQUIER COACH DONNIE DOWNS
against cornerback Thomas Sanford, who had two of the Falcons’ four interceptions. “Tom-Tom was in good position, played the ball, just didn’t get it out. It was a great play by their guy to see it in and finish the play. Our guy gave his best effort. That’s all I can ask,” said Downs. With seven seconds left, Fauquier almost answered with a miracle of its own as Martin hit Green on 52-yard bomb to the Culpeper 9-yard line as time expired. “If we had one more timeout, who knows? We ran out of time,” said Downs.
Eagles fall on late TD, 35-34
Leading 34-22 with 4:14 left, the Liberty High football team watched James Monroe come back to win 35-34 at Maury Stadium in Fredericksburg. The Eagles (0-3) looked to be in good shape after Landon Hirmer scored on a 4-yard touchdown run in the final five minutes, but Yellow Jackets’ freshman quarterback Jude Hardy fired two late TD passes. Hardy hit wide receiver Jayden Bumbrey on the game-winning 35yard TD with 1:12 left. The Eagles try for their first win Friday at home against Orange (11). The Class 4 Region D program is coming off a 56-0 win over Harrisonburg. Orange and Liberty haven’t played since 2014, when Liberty won 55-0. Liberty won 51-10 in 2013.
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Team USA wins first Solheim Cup since 2017, 15½-12½ Coughlin, Korda, Vu shine for Americans in Gainesville By Matthew Proctor Staff Writer
Nervous energy filled the air surrounding the 18th green at Robert Trent Jones Golf Course in Gainesville on Sunday afternoon. The United States needed just 1½ more points to defeat Europe and clinch its first Solheim Cup since 2017, but the remaining matches were trending in the wrong direction. Then, the only Virginian on the team, Charlottesville’s Lauren Coughlin, went on a run, and several other Americans followed suit. Fueled by the patriotic energy from the estimated 40,000-plus fans, Coughlin and teammates Andrea Lee and Lilia Vu came back from down multiple holes on the back nine to earn draws and get the U.S. to the 14½ points needed to wrench the Solheim Cup back from Europe. After three straight wins by the Europeans in 2023, 2021 and 2019, U.S. team captain Stacy Lewis, who had spent countless hours debating her lineup, could smile at her team’s dominant performance. The USA took a solid lead on Friday’s opening day and held off their rivals from across the pond, as a national TV audience on NBC watched the intense ebbs and flows of women’s golf’s preeminent team competition.
“For three years, I’ve thought of that moment on 18 where we actually win the Cup, and I’ve replayed it over and over in my head. It still doesn’t feel real. It’s way sweeter in person,” Lewis said. “I’m so proud of this team.” Coughlin, a first-time Solheim competitor at age 31, had a key role. She trailed Sweden’s Maja Stark by three after the 10th hole on Sunday but birdied three of the next four to tie the match, where it would stay. The University of Virginia grad shined with a 3-0-1 tournament performance. “I fight; that’s what I do. I don’t give up on a round ever. As long as I’m still in it, I’m going to keep playing. So, I just kept pushing and eventually started hitting shots,” Coughlin said. With the win, American golfers are now undefeated at Robert Trent Jones, winning four men’s Presidents Cups and now a Solheim. Shortly after Coughlin’s string of birdies, Lee came back from down two to Germany’s Ester Henseleit with birdies on 14 and 16 to force a tie. Then, world No. 2 Lilia Vu did the same on the final two holes. The U.S. also got contributions from world No. 1 Nelly Korda, who finished the weekend 3-1-0, and the undefeated Megan Khang and Rose Zhang, who finished 3-0-0 and 4-00, respectively. See SOLHEIM, page 17
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Nelly Korda and Team USA regained the Solheim Cup, beating Europe in a close three-day competition in Gainesville. Photo courtesy of LPGA/Solheim Cup.
KETTLE RUN FOOTBALL DOWNS HANDLEY 34-28
Behind Mulhern’s arm, Cougars ‘pass’ big test By Matthew Proctor
KETTLE RUN’S NEXT GAME:
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In football, tight ends are often referred to as a quarterback’s security blanket for their sure hands and reliability. Kettle Run High’s Carter Bernatzky embodied that role in Friday’s thrilling 34-28 win over visiting Handley, as QB Jake Mulhern repeatedly looked his way in the game’s most crucial moments. When the Cougars faced a fourth-and-2 in the final minute of the game, the 6-foot-1, 205-pound Bernatzky delivered a first down to seal the win. Bernatzky converted all four of the Cougars’ fourth down attempts against the Judges. “Carter’s a huge weapon. Once you get him the ball, it’s hard for him to go down. He’s a fast tight end; he knows exactly where to sit in those windows,” Mulhern said. After a week off since beating Liberty 39-7 on Aug. 30, Mulhern was much sharper, completing 20 of 26 passes for 283 yards with three touchdowns and one interception. Mulhern utilized rollouts and bootlegs and picked the Judges’ secondary apart from outside the pocket. “He throws so well on the move, out of the pocket, off platform that
Friday at James Wood (3-0), 7 p.m.
PHOTO BY RANDY LITZINGER
Tight end Carter Bernatzky caught six passes for 46 yards and two touchdowns in Friday’s impressive 34-28 home win over Handley.
he’s able to hit it all,” said Kettle Run coach Charlie Porterfield. “We were more looking to sit in the pocket and throw the ball, but they adjusted pretty well,” Mulhern said. “We just had to start rolling out, hitting the little stuff. And once we started hitting the little stuff, they’ll come down and we have the big stuff.” Mulhern opened with touchdown passes on the Cougars’ first two drives of the game for a 14-0 lead. The first came on a 23-yard catch and run by junior Colton Lubbe and the second on a 2-yard strike to Bernatzky in the back of the end zone on fourth-and-goal following a Handley fumble inside its own 10. After a 2-yard rushing touchdown by Handley’s Hassan Akanbi to open the second quarter, a 41-yard reception by Lubbe set up a 3-yard rushing TD by senior Haydynn Bell for a 20-7 Kettle Run lead. The Judges seemed poised to answer on their next possession, driving all the way to the 1-yard line, but senior safety Colton Quaker stuffed Akanbi on fourth-and-goal. See COUGARS, page 17
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Historic Hitch Hollow Farm offers scenic setting in foothills of Blue Ridge Mountains For the first time, Hitch Hollow Farm in Linden is for sale. The 408acre farm on Fiery Run Road is listed for $5,250,000. The farm has been owned by members of the Downing family since it was established by an English charter in the 1700s. The original 5,500-acre estate has been reduced to a 408-acre farm, which is in four parcels. Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the property features a mix of rolling hills, fenced pastureland and woodlands with four ponds and scenic views in all directions. In addition to the main house, there are two tenant houses, one of which was originally an 1800s schoolhouse but has been renovated and now features a two-bedroom, one-bath home with a pool. The other tenant house has three bedrooms, one bath, and is cur-
rently being used as the farm manager’s home. A gated entry and cameras provide additional privacy to the brick and stone main residence. Built in 1986, the home is sited high for people to enjoy the gorgeous views. The new owner will enjoy recent renovations, which include new kitchen cabinetry, granite countertops, new appliances, new laundry and new carpeting in all three bedrooms. Three of the home’s four HVAC units have also been recently replaced. The home’s spacious foyer is open, allowing for natural light, and the living area of the main level features 12-inch-wide plank wood flooring, reclaimed from a 150-yearold barn. The living room also features a wood-burning fireplace, adjacent to the formal dining room. Immediately to the left of the
foyer upon entering the home is a library. To the right of the foyer is a family room, equipped with another fireplace and a wood-burning stove, the country kitchen, laundry room and a sunroom. From the kitchen, there is access to a two-car attached garage that has a finished room above it — ideal for a private office. Downstairs, also to the left of the foyer, are two bedrooms, each with a private bath. The home is primarily one level; however, an upper level features the primary bedroom suite and an unfinished room for a potential bedroom or study. The lowest level has both interior and exterior access and is a combination of a full-height, unfinished basement and two crawl spaces. The location is highly suitable for both horses and cattle. It is across Fiery Run Road from the 4,200-acre
Marriott Ranch. It is also perfectly situated for people who enjoy visiting nearby vineyards and orchards and for those who enjoy hiking, hunting and horseback riding — this farm is a dream. Each of the large parcels are in land use, and the seller would not be responsible for rollback taxes if the purchaser took any of the property out of land use. Offers subject to errors, omissions, change of price or withdrawal without notice. Information contained herein is deemed reliable, but is not so warranted nor is it otherwise guaranteed. Will Driskill, listing agent 540-454-7522 Thomas & Talbot Estate Properties 2 S. Madison St. Middleburg VA thomasandtalbot.com
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Fueled by crowd, U.S. women win Solheim Cup over Europe thanks to Coughlin, Korda, Vu
Behind Mulhern’s arm, Cougars down Handley, 34-28
SOLHEIM, from page 15 Korda said nothing in her LPGA career can rival the atmosphere of a Solheim. “This is probably the most I’ve laughed and the most I’ve fist-pumped ever on a golf course. It was just an amazing week, and a dream come true,” Korda said. The U.S. led 6-2 after Friday, 10-6 after Saturday and hung on to win 15½-12½ for the first time since defeating Europe 16½-11½ at Des Moines Golf and Country Club (Iowa) in 2017. “It really could have gone either way,” said Lewis. “It’s crazy there at the end how it all unfolded. I was just hoping and praying it went our way.” While the tournament got off to a rocky start, with the grandstands largely empty for the opening rounds on Friday morning because of delays with the shuttle service from the parking lot at Jiffy Lube Live amphitheater, the course was flooded with excitement from fans who enjoyed a beautiful weekend in Gainesville. Said Jim Anderson of Fairfax, who’s been a member at Robert Trent Jones Golf Course since 2001, “Everybody I’ve talked to out here is just having a good time. The weather couldn’t have been any better.
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Megan Khang enjoyed the scene at Robert Trent Jones Golf Course. Photo courtesy of LPGA/Solheim Cup. “The course is in better shape than I’ve ever seen. And they love it. You can tell the girls, the Americans love it. Even the Europeans,
they’re all having a great time with this thing,” Anderson said. The next Solheim Cup is in the Netherlands in 2026.
Taking over with five minutes remaining in the half, Quaker capped off a 95-yard drive with a 2-yard rushing touchdown with 22 seconds remaining in the first half. Mulhern then connected with senior wide receiver Zach Roth on the 2-point attempt, and Kettle Run led 28-7 at the half. Handley came back in the second half behind explosive runs by freshman QB Triston Darling, who ran for scores of 72, 32 and 33 yards to cut the Judges’ deficit to one possession. He finished with 200 yards and three TDs on seven carries. Darling’s first two touchdowns cut the Cougars’ lead to 28-21, but another Bernatzky touchdown on fourth down increased Kettle Run’s buffer to 34-21 halfway through the final quarter. Darling immediately answered with his third touchdown, cutting the deficit to 34-28 with 4:46 to go, but the Judges wouldn’t see the ball again. It was Kettle Run’s fifth consecutive victory over Handley, all since 2021. “The amount of people that we got big plays out of tonight gives us a lot of hope for the future,” said Porterfield, who called Handley possibly the toughest opponent of the year.
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PROPERTY TRANSFERS These property transfers, filed Sept. 1-8, 2024 were provided by Clerk of the Court of Fauquier County. (Please note that to conserve space, only the first person named as the grantor or grantee is listed. The kind of instrument is a deed unless stated otherwise.)
Top dollar sale: $in Marshall District
Cedar Run District Surrey House LLC to Greenwich Land Holdings LLC, 13.6220 acres on Greenwich Road and Shadewell Court near Nokesville. $1,100,000 Paige Makayla Oxendine to Martinis Latakako Harris, Unit L at 11238 Torrie Way, Bealeton. $224,000 Delores Tanner to Wilder R. Gonzales, 0.855 acre at 9583 James Madison Hwy., Warrenton. $330,000 James L. Seltzer Jr. Successor Tr. to Michael Gonzalez, 4.46142 acres at 12616 Elk Run Church Road, Midlan. $740,000 Steve J. Nickell to Alex Cline, 3.52627 acres at 3457 Payne Lane near Nokesville. $925,000
Lee District
Rosemary Saunders to Jordan Worsham, Unit 42 at 6209 Willow Place, Bealeton. $329,000 Gary W. Weaver Tr. to Prime Land Developers LLC, 2.1481 acres, 1.5496 acres, 2.1713 acres and 2.0642 acres on Oak Shade Road, Bealeton. $300,000
Gary W. Weaver Tr. to Prime Land Developers LLC, 7.9065 acres on Oak Shade Road, Bealeton. $180,000
acres at 5060 Thornton Way, Broad Run. $934,540
Amy M. Kish toLeah Cooper, 2.6051 acres at 5357 Dakota Lane, Sumerduck. $495,000
unton Wood Drive, Broad Run. $5
Center District
VKM Holdings LLC to Keith Street Center LLC, 1.0208 acres at 169 Keith Street, Warrenton. $1,400,000 Donald Thompson to Robert King, 97 Piedmont Street, Warrenton. $465,000 Tracey H. Edwards to Fred E. Warner, 502 Foxcroft Road, Warrenton. $580,000 Loftus Homes LLC to Patrick Klippen, 1.05033 acres on Falmouth Street, Warrenton. $200,000 Main Street Heritage LLC to Victoria Negron, 83 Haiti Street, Warrenton. $385,000
Scott District
D. R. Horton Inc. to Kelly Dabne Simcox, 2.0905
Derek Wayde Kelley to Satvir Kaur, 1.9266 acres at 6451 Emily Anne Court, Warrenton. $900,000
Marshall District
Geoffrey William Farmer to Elvin Mariano Pena, 11.52 acres at 7652 Riverside Farm Road, Marshall. $550,000 Christopher Ryan Stewart to Stever E. Phillips, 10.7661 acres at7332 Fox Call Lane near Warrenton. $935,000 Gary L. Carroll to Ana Alvarez Tr., 10 acres at 8521 Retreat Lane near Warrenton. $800,000 Ryan Robert Leonard to Stephen Robert Wegenger, 50 acres & Easement to Grove Lane, Delaplane. $850,000 Regina P. Masters to Bernard Fensterwald III, 89,237 sq. ft. at 9233 Patrick Street, Upperville. $570,000
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Harvey L. Pearson Harvey L. Pearson born February 24, 1925, died September 14, 2024, peacefully at his home in Warrenton, Virginia. He is survived by two sons, Dennis Pearson, Gary Pearson, a son-in law Charles Hoysa, three daughters-in- law, Miriam Pearson, Lois Pearson, Jennifer Hoysa, six grandchildren; Erin Watson, Brian Hoysa, Hunter Pearson, Rebecca Pearson, Candace Pearson, and Georgia Pearson, a sister- in- law Bernice Pearson and six great grandchildren. His wife Dorcas Pearson and daughter Deborah Hoysa, his sister, Virginia P. Kane and a brother, Shirley R. "Flash" Pearson predeceased him. Mr. Pearson had wide and varied interests, and his life of 99 years spanned a period of time that saw events critical to the survival of this country. Born under the shadow of Cobbler mountain in a section of the country know as The Free State to tenant farmers James Ashley Pearson and Myrtle Jones Pearson he grew up in the midst of the hardships of the Great Depression that in turn would steel a generation of young farm boys to weather the challenges to come in the Second World War. At the age of 12 the family moved to Warrenton where his mother founded a tourist home on the Warrenton Bypass where the police station stands today. The family survived on their six-acre plot with a milk cow, a few beef steers, a large cinder block chicken coop and a massive garden. Mr. Pearson was drafted at the age of 18 in 1943 in the Army Air Corp. With the Lord's guidance he completed 50 missions over Europe from May to August 1944 out of Italy as a left waist gunner on a B-17 Bomber assigned to the 15th Air Force. Six of those missions were over the oil fields of Polesti Romania one of the most dangerous and heavily defended targets in the war because this oil resource powered the Nazi war machine, Research has not found any other bombardment group that exceeded these six missions over this target. With victory in hand Mr. Pearson like thousands of other veterans took advantage of the GI bill to enroll in Virginia Tech where he graduated in 1950 and returned to Warrenton to work as a deputy clerk rising to Circuit Court Clerk in 1958 where he served for 42 years without electoral opposition. He served as President of the Warrenton Jaycees, the Warrenton Rotary Club, and President of the Circuit Court Clerk's Association where during his one-year term he visited every Clerk's office in the Commonwealth. He served on the Board of Directors of Jefferson Saving And Loan and Marshall National Bank. He was instrumental in the initial financing of Laurel Ridge Community College. In 1992 the Warrenton Armory was named the Harvey L. Pearson Armory in his honor and in 2017 he was celebrated for his contributions to the Community College by the naming of the guidance office as the Harvey L. Pearson Student Success Suite where a student scholarship was founded in his name. Mr. Pearson loved to garden, enjoyed the raising of prize-winning Angus cattle, managing his real estate investments, watching Hokie football, and rooting for his beloved Washington National baseball team. He was honored midfield last season at a Hokie halftime show in Lane Stadium. He savored the company of his sons, his family and his many friends which continued at his home until the last. The family would like to thank Tisch Mann for her tireless service over the last two years and her round-the-clock care over the last two weeks. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to the Harvey L. Pearson Scholarship Fund at Laurel Ridge Community College. The family will receive friends on Wednesday September 18th from 5pm to 8pm at Moser Funeral Home, Warrenton, VA. A memorial service will be held Thursday September19th at 11am at Warrenton Baptist Church, 123 Main St., Warrenton. Interment will be private at the Warrenton Cemetery. Online condolences may be expressed at www.moserfuneralhome.com Death Notice
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Natasha Laverne Grant, 78, of Clinton, Maryland, passed September 5, 2024. Funeral will be held on Thursday, September 26, 2024, 11:00 am, at Rising Zion Baptist Church, 18168 Springs Road, Jeffersonton, VA, 22724. Online condolences can be given at www.joynesfuneralhome.com
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Ruby Catherine Heatwole June 3, 1943 - September 6, 2024 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ruby "Catherine" Heatwole of Warrenton, Virginia. Catherine passed away peacefully in her home on September 6, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on June 3, 1943, in Harrisonburg, Virginia, to Earl and Clara Arbogast. Catherine will be remembered for her deep love of her family, her thoughtfulness, and her kindness toward others. She remembered and celebrated everyone's birthdays and special occasions. She was well known for her amazing pumpkin bread which she baked and generously shared. She was a vibrant soul that sparkled, brightening any room she entered and instantly making others feel at ease. Her joy and humor had a unique way of lifting the spirits of everyone around her. Catherine had a way of making everyone feel special, valued, and deeply loved. A cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, wife, aunt and friend, Catherine was lovingly known as "Nanny" and "Ganny" by those dearest to her. Her light will continue to shine in the hearts of all who knew her, leaving behind a powerful reminder of what it means to love deeply. She will be profoundly missed by everyone whose lives she touched. Catherine is survived by her husband of 3 years, Mike Piepenburg, siblings Wade Arbogast, Harold Arbogast and Olive Arbogast, all of Virginia; daughter Kimberly Forsten; son-in-law Michael Forsten; step-children Tim and Diane Peipenburg, and Angela and Vic Siebeneck; grandchildren Christopher Forsten and his wife, Lindsey, and Nicholas (Cole) Forsten and his wife, Caitlin Scott, and Chase and Kenleigh Heatwole; four great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Catherine was preceded in death by her mother, father, siblings Carl Arbogast and Bruce Arbogast, and her son, Keith Heatwole. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a celebration of Catherine's life at the Saint James Episcopal Church in Warrenton, Virginia, on October 5, 2024 at 11:00am. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Hospice of Warrenton, Virginia. You may donate by check to Heartland Hospice at 493 Blackwell Road, Suite 319, Warrenton, VA 20186. Online condolences may be expressed at www.moserfuneralhome.com
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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of George Michael Varona, born on February 27, 1943, who left us on September 11, 2024, surrounded by his family in Warrenton, VA, at the age of 81. George was a loving husband, beloved father, and cherished friend. His wife, Karen, passed away in 2014. He is survived by his loving children: Richard, Joseph, Michelle, and Chris, all of whom reside near Warrenton. He found immense joy in spending time with his many grandchildren: Reilly, Caroline, Richie, Austin, Maddie, TJ, Kirsten, Elizabeth, Halley, Andrew, and Lilly. He was also a proud great-grandfather to Tommy. George served his country honorably in the U.S. Air Force, where he began his journey as an electrician in 1960. He quickly became a Master Electrician, working in multiple states throughout his career, earning the respect and admiration of colleagues and clients alike. A man of many interests, George had an unwavering love for Jesus Christ, a knack for humor, and an affinity for action movies. In his younger years, he found joy in restoring old cars in his garage, proudly passing down his knowledge of both automotive repair and electrical work to his children. As a light-hearted memory of the little things, George worked tirelessly to recreate the flavors of his Puerto Rican childhood by mastering his mother's recipe for Rice & Beans. His determination paid off after two weeks, resulting in many delicious meals shared with family. True to his dad nature, he served rice and beans every day for a year—a testament to his dedication and love, even when his children grew weary of it! A celebration of George's life will take place on September 28, 2024, at Liberty Community Church, 11775 Morgansburg Rd, Bealeton, VA 22172, at 1 PM. Friends and family are invited to join in honoring his memory and sharing the joy he brought to our lives. Following the service, please join the family for good food and conversation about George at a nearby location; the exact address will be provided at the service. Online condolences can be made at moserfuneralhome.com
December 20, 1945 — June 27, 2024 Farmville, VA James Pendleton Browning Jr., age 78, passed away on June 27, 2024 in Farmville, VA. He was preceded in death by his parents, James P. Browning Sr. and Ellice Armstrong Browning, his wife Sally Robinson Browning and his brother Richard E. Browning. Jim was born in Washington, D.C. and grew up in Fauquier County, VA. He attended Warrenton High School and graduated in 1968 from Virginia Tech with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He was employed as an engineer for Exxon and later for Air Products. He is survived by his son, Daniel A. Browning, daughter Kelly B. Jarzabek and a brother Robert A. Browning. Also surviving are grandchildren; Elyse, Sawyer, Madison, Kaden, Brianna and Tyler. A graveside service and burial will take place at a later date at Fairview Cemetery, Westfield, N.J. Puckett Funeral Home is serving the family. www.puckettfh.com.
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Hedwig Rose Doores Hedwig Rose Doores, age 84, of Warrenton, VA passed peacefully on Monday, September 9th, 2024 at Poplar Hills Rehabilitation & Nursing Center in Warrenton, with her husband, Bill by her side. She was born on June 6th, 1940 in Windber, PA, daughter of the late, Louis & Mary Ann Farkash. Rose retired from the CIA in March of 1994 after nearly 34 years of service. She enjoyed an active and friend-filled retirement, especially enjoying her lunches at the Frost Diner. Rose is survived by her beloved husband of nearly 50 years, William H. 'Bill' Doores; two sisters, Elizabeth Seward of Falling Waters, WV and Verna S. Farkash of Warrenton; stepdaughter, Margaret C. Jennings & her husband, Kristian of Monterey, VA; and a very special granddaughter, Madison A. Chin of Charlottesville, VA. The family received visitors at Moser Funeral Home, 233 Broadview Ave., in Warrenton, VA on Friday, September 13th, 2024 from 10 to 11 am. A funeral service was held in the Moser chapel at 11 am on Friday, September 13th, 2024 followed by interment at National Memorial Park cemetery in Falls Church, VA. Online condolences may be made at www.moserfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her honor to your favorite charity.
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Judith Anne "Bee" Lefferts We bid farewell to Judith Anne "Bee" Lefferts who passed away peacefully on Monday, August 19, 2024 at the age of 84. Bee will be remembered as a devoted daughter, a loving mother and wife, and a loyal friend. She adored animals, most notably her cherished horses and treasured dogs. She was a remarkable equestrian and had an unwavering strength and zest for life. Later in life, Bee developed a passion for RV travel and successfully visited all continguous 48 states within the United States. She was predeceased by her husbands, Steve Hubbard and Leffert Lefferts and daughter, Alex Hubbard. Bee leaves behind her faithful stepson, Leffert Lefferts Jr., grandchildren, Leff, Max, and Keira and beloved partner, Richard Kelso. A service was held in honor of Bee's precious life at Trinity Episcopal Church in Upperville, Virginia on August 26th at 10am.
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Alethea Ann Nuttall Alethea Ann Nuttall, 66 of Culpeper, VA passed away on August 20, 2024 at her home. She was born on October 11, 1957 in Albemarle County, VA a daughter of the late John Boyd Nuttall and Edith Scott Nuttall. Alethea worked as an insurance billing/coding clerk for medical offices. She is survived by her children and their spouses, Nathan and Kara Fewell and Lauren and Josh Steinberg; her brother, Steve Nuttall; and her grandchildren, Carter, Reagan and Hayes Fewell, River and Lakyn Steinberg. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice of the Piedmont, 675 Peter Jefferson Pkwy., Suite 300, Charlottesville, VA 22911 Online condolences may be made at www.moserfuneralhome.com.
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DLL Finance LLC will offer the following repossessed equipment for sale to the highest bidder for certified funds, plus applicable sales tax. Equipment: YANMAR YAN SA424BT-L TRACTOR/LOADER S/N: 413194. Date of sale: 10/2/2024. Time of Sale: 3:00 P.M. Place of sale: WARRENTON EQUIPMENT 6901 BEACH RD. WARRENTON, VA 20187. Equipment can be inspected at place of sale. The equipment will be sold AS IS, without warranty. Final sale of equipment will be contingent upon winning bidder meeting all applicable federal and state regulatory requirements. We reserve the right to bid. For further information please contact NICHOLAS HOYT (484) 655-3934, Reference Number: 2600754.
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VB Edge, LLC would like to place on notice the proposed construction of an array of one to six structures no greater than 25 feet in height known as MNZ501 (Midland, VA) located at 38°37'15.0594" north latitude and 77°43'17.4354" west longitude near 10066 Rogues Rd, Midland, Fauquier County, Virginia 22728. If you have any concerns regarding historic properties that may be affected by this proposed undertaking, please contact: DeAnna Anglin, Lotis Environmental, LLC, at Legals @TheLotisGroup.com or (417) 840-5008. In your response, please include the proposed undertaking's location and a list of the historic resources that you believe to be affected along with their respective addresses or approximate locations.
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MARSHALL ROOFING 703-550-0055 Gutters, roofing, doors, siding, widows FREE ESTIMATES WE ARE THE BEST, CALL US BEFORE THE REST!! ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ019492-02-00 FAUQUIER COUNTY J&DR-JUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re ALVARADO GODOY, TATIANA E GODOY CRUZ, LUSDARY /v. ALVARADO ORELLANA, MELVIN The object of this suit is to: DETERMINE CUSTODY OF TATIANA ALVARADO GODOY It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X). appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 10/25/2024; 8:30AM Honorable Melissa N. Cupp, Judge
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ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ019589-01-00 FAUQUIER COUNTY J&DR-JUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re RIVAS CANENGUEZ, CARLOS D CANENGUEZ LOVATO, RUBY /v. RIVAS MEJIA, CARLOS The object of this suit is to: DETERMINE CUSTODY OF CARLOS RIVAS CANENGUEZ It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X). appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 11/01/2024; 8:30AM Honorable Melissa N. Cupp, Judge ORDER OF PUBLICATION Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE § 8.01-316 CASE# JJ019519-01-00 FAUQUIER COUNTY J&DR-JUVENILE ( ) General District County (X) Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re ZUNIGA MARTINEZ, YOSARI G MARTINEZ CASTRO, YENIFER /v. ZUNIGA JIMENEZ, ROMANThe object of this suit is to: DETERMINE CUSTODY OF YOSARI ZUNIGA MARTINEZ It is ORDERED that (X) the defendant (X). appear at the above-named Court and protect his or her interests on or before 11/01/2024; 8:30AM Honorable Melissa N. Cupp, Judge
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LEGAL NOTICES TOWN OF WARRENTON NOTICE OF TOWN COUNCIL MEETING Notice is hereby given that the Town Council of the Town of Warrenton will hold their Regular Monthly Meeting Work Session on Tuesday, October 8th, 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, October 8th, 2024, at 6:30 PM in the Warrenton Town Hall Council Chambers (First Floor) located at 21 Main Street, Warrenton, Virginia. The Town Council will hold a Public Hearing on the following items: 1. ZOTA-24-2 - Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment to Remove Articles 4 and 5 to Address Changes to the Erosion and Stormwater Control Ordinance. On June 11, 2024, the Town Council adopted a new, combined Erosion and Stormwater Management Ordinance that outside the Zoning Ordinance. As a part of the creation of the new, stand-alone Ordinance, the Zoning Ordinance must be revised to remove the out of date erosion and stormwater management regulations found in Article 4 and Article 5, as well as update several sections of the Zoning Ordinance that currently refer to Articles 4 and 5. This is a Town-initiated text amendment so as to remain in conformance with the requirements of the Code of Virginia, Section § 62.1-44.15:51 Stormwater Management Act and Section §62.1-44.15:24 Erosion and Sediment Control Law, which became effective on July 1, 2024. 2. A Town Code Amendment to Revise Sections 4-1, 4-33, and 4-62 Property Maintenance Virginia Code § 36-106 allows the Town Of Warrenton to impose civil penalties for Uniform Statewide Building Code violations; and Virginia Code § 15.2-1115 empowers the Town of Warrenton to "compel…the razing or repair of all unsafe, dangerous or unsanitary public or private buildings, walls or structures which constitute a menace to the health and safety of the occupants thereof or the public," to abate the nuisance itself if the responsible party fails to do so after reasonable notice, and to "collect the cost thereof from the owner or owners, occupant or occupants of the property affected in any manner provided by law for the collection of state or local taxes." Staff has worked with the Town Attorney's firm to update the Town Code's Building Code and nuisance enforcement provisions to permit all methods of enforcement provided for by the State Code. 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, October 8th, 2024. Copies of the ZOTA and Town Code Text Amendment are available online and are available for review at Town Hall located at 21 Main Street, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The Town of Warrenton desires to make its programs, services, facilities, and activities accessible to persons with disabilities. If you need accommodations or auxiliary services, please contact the Town as far in advance as possible.
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V I R G I N I A: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF FAUQUIER COUNTY IN RE: THE ESTATE OF BOBBY GENE ORR HAROLD LEE ORR, EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF BOBBY GENE ORR THE TRUSTEES OF THE VALLEY VIEW FREEWILL BAPTIST CHURCH ROBERT STANLEY, TRUSTEE A.C. BLEVINS, TRUSTEE WALTER BRYANT, TRUSTEE BOBBY HAMMONDS, TRUSTEE MARK VANOVER, TRUSTEE SCOTT ORR KEVIN ORR; Plaintiffs, v. CL24-438 CHRISTINA ORR OR HER UNKNOWN HEIRS AND THE UNKNOWN HEIRS OF DOLLY CARBAUGH Defendants, ORDER OF PUBLICATION THIS DAY came Donald E. Coulter, Counsel for Plaintiffs, Heirs of Bobby Gene Orr, pursuant to Virginia Code Section 8.01-316(A)(3) of the Code of Virginia of 1950, as amended, and requested that an Order of Publication be authorized; it further appearing That the object of this proceeding is to effectuate the Petition for Aid and Direction, and modification to the will by your Plaintiffs, Executors, Trustees, and Scott and Kevin Orr, through their counsel, against your Defendants, Christina Orr or her unknown heirs, and the unknown heirs of Dolly Carbaugh, and, IT APPEARING TO THE COURT that an Affidavit for Order of Publication having been made and filed and that due diligence has been used by and on behalf of Counsel for Plaintiffs, Executors, Trustees, and Scott and Kevin Orr, herein to ascertain the names and/or the whereabouts of the Defendants, Christina Orr or her unknown heirs and the unknown heirs of Dolly Carbaugh; it is therefore; ADJUDGED, ORDERED AND DECREED that Defendants, Christina Orr or her unknown heirs and the unknown heirs of Dolly Carbaugh, appear on or before the 11th day of October, 2024, in the Clerk's Office of this Court; to-wit: Fauquier County Circuit Court, 29 Ashby St. Warrenton, Virginia 20186 and do what is necessary to protect their interest(s) in the modification to the will, for admittance to probate, that the Court provide Aid and Direction to your Executor with respect to the disposition of the beq2uest designated for the benefit of Dolly Carbaugh. it is further ENTERED THIS 26th DAY OF August, 2024. James E. Plowman, JUDGE, of Fauquier County Circuit Court I ASK FOR THIS: Donald E. Coulter, Esq. (VSB #14886) PURNELL, McKENNETT & MENKE, P.C. Counsel for The Estate of Bobby Gene Orr, Harold Lee Orr, Executor of the Estate of Bobby Gene Orr, The Trustees of the Valley View Freewill Baptist Church, Robert Stanly, et al, Scott Orr and Kevin Orr 9214 Center Street, Suite 101; Manassas, Virginia 20110 Tel: (703) 368-9196; Fax: (703) 361-0092 Email: dcoulter@manassaslawyers.com
Monday, October 21, 2024, 5:00 pm Warren County Community Center, 538 Villa Avenue, Front Royal, VA Tuesday, October 22, 2024, 5:00 pm Manassas Mall Community Room, 8300 Sudley Road, Manassas, VA (Use Mall entrance at IHOP and turn right for the Community Room) Wednesday, October 23, 2024, 5:00 pm Old Town Hall Building, 18 Court Street, Warrenton, VA Comments will be accepted during the public hearings or may be emailed to publichearing@omniride.com. Written comments also may be mailed to PRTC Public Hearing, 14700 Potomac Mills Road, Woodbridge, VA 22192. All mailed/emailed comments must be received no later than October 30, 2024, at 5:00 pm. Individuals who require special assistance to participate in the public hearings (such as a sign language interpreter, foreign language interpreter, or the presentation in an alternate format such as Braille) should contact OmniRide no later than October 4, 2024, at 5:00 pm, at publichearing@omniride.com or 703-580-6122.
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V I R G I N I A: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF FAUQUIER COUNTY SUSAN CARTER, ET AL (aka Susie Carter) Plaintiff, SEE ATTACHED LIST OF CO-PLAINTIFFS v. CL24-437 THE HEIRS OF THORNTON CARTER SUSAN CARTER (aka Susie Carter) MARSHAL GRAY CARTER THORNTON CARTER CHESTER B. CARTER EMILY B. CARTER PETE CARTER WHEALAN CARTER GEORGE E CARTER AND THEIR UNKNOWN HEIRS Defendants, ORDER OF PUBLICATION THIS DAY came Donald E. Coulter, Counsel for Plaintiff, Susan Carter aka Susie Carter, pursuant to Virginia Code Section 8.01-316(A)(3) of the Code of Virginia of 1950, as amended, and requested that an Order of Publication be authorized; it further appearing That the object of this proceeding is to effectuate the Complaint for Partition by your Plaintiff, through their counsel, against your Defendant's , unknown and unlocatable heirs, and, IT APPEARING TO THE COURT that an Affidavit for Order of Publication having been made and filed and that due diligence has been used by and on behalf of Counsel for Plaintiff, herein to ascertain the names and/or the whereabouts of the Defendants, and their unknown heirs; it is therefore; ADJUDGED, ORDERED AND DECREED that Defendant, and their unknown heirs, appear on or before the 11th day of October, 2024, in the Clerk's Office of this Court; to-wit: Fauquier County Circuit Court, 29 Ashby St. Warrenton, Virginia 20186 and do what is necessary to protect their interest(s) in the Complaint for Partition with respect to the disposition of the bequest designated for the benefit of unknown heirs, it is further ENTERED THIS 26th DAY OF August, 2024. James E. Plowman, JUDGE, of Fauquier County Circuit Court I ASK FOR THIS: Donald E. Coulter, Esq. (VSB #14886) PURNELL, McKENNETT & MENKE, P.C. 9214 Center Street, Suite 101; Manassas, Virginia 20110 Tel: (703) 368-9196; Fax: (703) 361-0092 Email: dcoulter@manassaslawyers.com Counsel for Susan Carter aka Susie Carter, et al
CALENDAR, from page 13 $8 seniors (55 and up), age 3 and under free; at the door: $15 a person, $10 seniors (55 and up), age 3 and under free. Spouse Loss Brunch: Spiritual Care Support Ministries, 7179 New Hope Lane, Warrenton. 10:30 a.m. to noon. Connect with others who understand what one is going through. Bring a dish to share and join in meaningful conversations about healing and finding comfort together. Registration required; call 540-349-5814. Middleburg Oktoberfest: Town of Middleburg. 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Two biergartens; traditional German food; live music; and festival games. Local beer, wine, cider and traditional Oktoberfest foods will be available for purchase from local vendors. Festivities will take place on South Madison and Federal streets, which will be closed to vehicular traffic. Plein Air at the Arboretum A Festival of Art and Nature: Blandy Experimental Farm, 400 Blandy Farm Lane, Boyce. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Food trucks, music, an occasion to mingle with plein air artists and an opportunity to purchase and take home a one-of-a-kind piece of art of a favorite Blandy landscape. Kids can participate in their own Plein Air art at the three Family Art Tables. Fall Native Plant Sale: The Clifton Institute, 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Credit card, cash or checks made out to Clifton Institute will be accepted. Science Saturday-Grassland Insects:
Notice is hereby given that the Board of Zoning Appeals of the Town of Warrenton will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, October 1, 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 #2024-3 - Application for a Variance pursuant to Article 2-19.1, fence and wall regulations of the Town of Warrenton Zoning Ordinance. The request for a variance of approximately 2' from the maximum administratively allowable 6' fence height to construct an 8' tall fence on the property. The lot is approximately 92,565 square feet, and zoned Industrial (I). The Comprehensive Plan identifies the property as Greenway and Makers District on the Future Land Use Plan. The owner/applicant is PRKLOT LLC. GPIN 6983-68-5113-000. 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.
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The Clifton Institute, 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton. For adults and children accompanied by an adult. A brief introduction to the grassland experiment and teach participants how to collect insects and identify them to order, before setting out to look for insects. Registration required; call 540-341-3651. Adults: $15 ($10 for Friends of Clifton), children 18 and under are free. Historic Main Street Walking Tour: Fauquier History Museum at the Old Jail, 10 Ashby St., Warrenton. 11 a.m. to noon. Walking tour of Warrenton’s commercial street, which dates from the colonial period to the present day. Tickets available at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/historic-mainstreet-walking-tour-tickets-989227404797. $12.50 non-members, $10 for FHS members. R&Bingo Warrenton Presented by LaDel the DJ: Cast Iron Craft House, 11 S. Second St., Warrenton. 6 p.m. Come for Bingo with a twist and a chance to win a prize. The bar and kitchen will be open for food and drinks. Tickets are required to attend this event; go to https://www. ticketleap.events/tickets/ladelthedj/ RNBingoCICH. No cash at the door. Tickets: $14, plus a service fee. RC Racing Nights at Erin’s Elderberries: Erin’s Elderberries, 4257 Aiken Drive, Warrenton. 5 to 9 p.m. For all ages. Bring hobby-grade RC cars or non-hobby-grade RC cars out for fun racing. Registration required; call 540-216-7258. Free. Deva’s Baasha Musical Tour: Hylton
Performing Arts Center, 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas. 5 p.m. For tickets and information, call 703-993-7759. Tickets start at $49.
Sunday, Sept. 22 Historic Hike Through Blandy Experimental Farm: Blandy Experimental Farm, 400 Blandy Farm Lane, Boyce. 2 to 4 p.m. Join the Virginia Piedmont Heritage Association and enjoy the historic landscape of Clarke County while learning about the area’s fascinating history. Wear comfortable hiking shoes, dress appropriately for the weather and bring plenty of water. Registration required; go to https://www. piedmontheritage.org/events/blandy. $10 student, $30 individual, $50 couple. 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. Capitol Fools: Hylton Performing Arts Center, 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas. 7 p.m. Former cast members and the co-writer of the long-running, beloved Capitol Steps introduce their new musical parody ensemble. This performance contains content with mature themes. For tickets and information, call 703-993-7759. Tickets: $55, $47, $33, half-price for youth through grade 12.
Monday, Sept. 23
A Conversation with Jim Carroll about
Jazz Great John Coltrane: Hylton Performing Arts Center, 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas. 1:30 p.m. Presented by the Lifelong Learning Institute. The speaker is Professor Jim Carroll. This event is open to the public.
Tuesday, Sept. 24
Cook Something Awesome at the Library: Middleburg Library, 101 Reed St., Middleburg. 6 to 7:30 p.m. For students in elementary, middle and high school. The Oak Spring Garden Foundation shows how to use fruits and vegetables to craft recipes in an entertaining way. 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. 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 is required; walk-ins welcome. For more information, call 540-825-3100 or email Jennifer Sievers at jsievers@ecsva. org. Free. Bring Back the Pollinators: Blandy Experimental Farm, 400 Blandy Lane, Boyce. 6 to 7:30 p.m. This program is designed for adult audiences. There are declining populations of bees and other pollinators. This presentation will discuss who these pollinators are and direct steps to support them in gardens and on properties. Registration is required; go to https://www. eventbrite.com/e/bring-back-the-pollinatorstickets-949247393507. $8 FOSA members, $12 non-members.
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