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Concerns voiced over ‘forever chemicals’ in Vint Hill water By Hunter Savery

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

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Fauquier County’s many (but dwindling) unpaved roads are ideal for recreation, enjoying nature or walking the dog.

The fight to save gravel roads

Despite rural charm, growth drives the pressure to pave By Beth Rasin

Special to the Fauquier Times

On Swains Road outside Marshall, Max Hall kicks up dust on a late afternoon walk with his dog. On Keyser Road near Hume, Lori Udall’s SUV crunches to a stop as she pulls over to speak to a neighbor. Closer to Culpeper, Matt Eastham loads his bike onto his car, headed to a gravel road in northern Fauquier County. For many residents, Fauquier County’s nearly 150 miles of public unpaved roads are part of the fabric of rural life, well worth their inconveniences because they provide recreational opportunities, a slower pace of life and chance to interact with neighbors. But unpaved roads, and those who enjoy them, are facing increasing pressures. Population growth in the county means more people, more homes and more cars on the roads. Gravel roads require more time, energy and money to maintain, and they can become dangerous to drive on

“It takes away the rural qualities of the countryside if everything is paved.” – JANE COVINGTON, AMERICA’S ROUTES

if they are not kept up. While some county residents cherish a ride over unpaved terrain, others simply find it to be a nuisance, wreaking havoc on their vehicles or coating cars in dust or mud. “I know people who won’t buy [a house] on a gravel road because of the dust or because it gets rutty,” said Kim Keppick, who walks her dogs near her home on Lost Mountain Road outside Delaplane. But Keppick thinks gravel is a better fit for a rural road. See ROADS, page 6

Residents, environmental activists and officials have expressed a mix of concern, confusion and frustration following a Fauquier Times’ report on high concentrations of “forever chemicals” detected in drinking water and groundwater at Vint Hill. The Environmental Protection Agency proposed new standards this year that reduce the acceptable maximum contaminant level of PFAS in drinking water to 4 parts per trillion, replacing the current standard of 70 parts per trillion, a level no longer considered safe. Data from the Department of Defense shows concentrations at Vint Hill many times higher than the new standard. Yet the Army Corps of Engineers continues to send letters to residents, business owners and county officials saying the water “meets or exceeds all mandated water quality standards and the EPA’s established lifetime health advisory level for PFOA and PFOS,” based on the higher standard. Buckland Water and Sanitation Assets Corporation, which owns the Vint Hill public water system and provides about 380 connections on Vint Hill, released a statement Monday that their tests for PFAS have never exceeded the EPA’s 2016 standard. See PFAS, page 2

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Concerns voiced over ‘forever chemicals’ in Vint Hill water PFAS, from page 1 “The past ﬁve years, (Buckland’s) drinking water wells have always tested below 70 (parts per trillion),” the statement said. Buckland also acknowledged the EPA’s new proposed limit of 4 parts per trillion but did not state whether Vint Hill’s drinking water meets the new standard. Buckland’s statement did not include any specific results, and the company has declined to provide their PFAS test results to the Fauquier Times. Edwin “Ike” Broaddus, an independent candidate for the Fauquier County Board of Supervisors and owner of Old Bust Head Brewing Company in Vint Hill, said he is concerned by the report and is trying to learn more about the test results. Broaddus’ Republican opponent, A.J. Krick, said he is still gathering information and does not yet have a comment. An Army spokesperson said Tuesday that the Army is investigating the figures included in Defense Department’s 2021 report on PFAS at former military bases, including Vint Hill, but he could not provide further comment. The report showed drinking water test results for PFOA at Vint Hill as high as 1,200 parts per trillion. What is not clear is which wells had those readings. The Buckland water system draws from four of the 11 wells at Vint Hill. Sen. Tim Kaine (D) has been in touch with the Army Corps of Engineers regarding Vint Hill and said in a statement that he supports the EPA’s decision to tighten PFAS standards and will continue to work to ensure PFAS cleanup is addressed defense spending bills. “Every Virginian deserves access to safe drinking water,” Kaine wrote. “While we’ve made progress in strengthening protections against PFAS, much more work remains to be done to safeguard communities from these forever chemicals, including in areas near active or former defense sites.” Meanwhile, both environmental groups and

residents say they are troubled that the level of PFAS in Vint Hill drinking water is above the EPA’s proposed limit. “The residents should be very concerned about their drinking water, as these are not small concentrations of PFAS, but rather more than 300 times EPA’s proposed standard for drinking water,” said Betsy Nicholas, vice president of programs for the Potomac Riverkeeper Network, in an email. “The Army Corps of Engineers telling residents that the drinking water is safe is at best misleading, and it is outrageous for them to make such claims while failing to provide the actual test results to these same community members.” Some residents said they are looking into home water filter systems. “Because I have four children at home and a dog, and obviously myself and my husband, ... I want to make sure that we’re safe and that our drinking water is safe. So yeah, it was very concerning,” said Sara Correll, a Brookside resident who said she is researching filters. The Environmental Working Group, one of the leading nonprofits tracking PFAS chemicals found in tests of drinking water across the country, has tested a variety of at-home filters for effectiveness. Correll and environmental activists question whether residents should be responsible for filtering PFAS from their water. “Right after the article came out, there was a candidate forum for the two people running to be supervisor for the Scott District,” said Correll. “And my first thought was, ‘Okay, how can they address this, or is there anything they could do for the rest of us?’ And then my next thought was, How would this impact development in this area? How would it impact housing prices? There could be a lot of fallout.” Elly Boehmer, state director of nonprofit environmental advocacy organization Environment

Virginia, told the Fauquier Times that Virginia should strengthen its PFAS regulations. “The Vint Hill PFAs report is a shocking reminder of why we need to do all we can to eliminate PFAS, and the best way to do this is at the source,” wrote Boehmer. “There is a lot that Virginia can and should do to tackle forever chemicals,” Boehmer continued. “First, Virginia can update drinking water standards to protect Virginia’s health from PFA contamination. Second, Virginia should require industrial facilities to monitor for this class of chemicals, disclose any discharge, and pay for any remedial actions. Lastly, Virginia should ban the harmful everyday products that contain PFAS.” Nicholas called on the Army to provide filtration for Vint Hill. “At an absolute minimum, Buckland should provide the test result data to the Virginia Department of Health and to the residents of Vint Hill,” she said. PFAS chemicals, an abbreviation for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are man-made and found across the globe, from pole to pole and has been detected in varying concentrations in an estimated 45% of public drinking water according to a recent study. The chemical compounds have long been used in everyday items such as nonstick pans and fastfood wrappers. They are virtually indestructible and accumulate in the body for many years, causing maladies from cancer and thyroid disease to immune deficiencies. There is now scientific consensus that even a tiny quantity of PFAS in drinking water could be hazardous. “It’s been found to have adverse effects in every organ system in the body, which is very concerning,” said Elsie Sunderland, the Fred Kavli Professor of Environmental Chemistry at Harvard University. Reach Hunter Savery at hsavery@fauquier.com

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Remembering ‘Mr. K’ Hundreds gather to share memories of longtime principal Kraig Kelican By Anya Sczerzenie

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

Just after dusk, hundreds of candles lit up the stands of the Fauquier High School football field as students, teachers and community members gathered to remember their late principal, Kraig Kelican, a man who many students described as “the heart and soul of Fauquier.” He was 62. Six students spoke and two more sang, at the vigil for Kelican, who died on Sept. 20 of injuries sustained in a Sept. 6 car crash. Attendees of all ages—most of them wearing red— filled the stands to hear students share their memories of “Mr. K.” Many, like senior class president Billy Brooks, said Kelican was a friend as well as a principal—someone who dispensed jokes and advice on a regular basis. Brooks told a story about a day Kelican had given him advice. “I called Mr. K ... and asked if I could meet at his office. Even though he was already 10 minutes down the road, that didn’t stop him from turning back and insisting to meet with me at the school,” Brooks said. “We talked for three and a half hours that day about anything and everything you can imagine—college recommendation letters, the upcoming lacrosse

Fauquier High School student Ashley Heflin speaks about “Mr. K,” the students’ nickname for longtime principal Kraig Kelican. season, classes, friends, relationships.” After the conversation, Brooks said he had promised to call Kelican in five years after he graduated from college. “We were going to have a lot to catch up on,” Brooks said. “As he always did, Mr. K gave us more than we could ever possibly give him.” Kelican had been principal of Fauquier High School since 2019. Prior to that, he had served as an assistant principal since 1997. Kelican, who lived in Stephens City, began his teaching career at Fauquier High School in 1985, teaching agriculture. SCA president Ashley Heflin spoke next and told about how Kelican had gone out of his way to help her one morning when she locked her keys her car. “Luckily, the window was down a

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Hundreds gathered at Fauquier High School on Wednesday, Sept. 27 for a candlelight vigil in memory of Kraig Kelican, the school’s longtime principal who passed away on Sept. 20. little bit. (He) came up with a hanger from (his) office, straightened it out, and helped me break into my car by hitting the unlock button with it,” Heflin said. “We laughed and laughed about this, and from then on (he) asked me every morning if my keys were in my backpack.” Other students said Kelican was an extremely involved principal. He tried to greet all 1,200 of the high school’s students every morning and was present at every sporting event, musical and concert. Grace Jones, a 12th grade choir student who sang during the vigil, later said that she remembers the day

Kelican sat in the front row during closing night of their production of the musical “Little Shop of Horrors”. “He gave me a big hug, and I’ve never felt more supported by a teacher or administrator than in that moment,” Jones said. Kelican’s adult son, Kasey Kelican, spoke briefly, saying he was thankful for the support the FHS community had given to his family. “Through these difficult times, the FHS community has walked beside us and that has made all the difference,” Kasey Kelican said. Reach Anya Sczerzenie at asczerzenie@fauquier.com

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Groups: Keep data centers from homes, schools By Peter Cary

Piedmont Journalism Foundation

Data centers should be further away from homes, schools and national parks. They shouldn’t tower over their neighbors, and they should be less noisy. Those are among the recommendations of three organizations of residents from Fauquier, Loudoun and Prince William counties proposed Monday in an effort to guide local government officials on siting data centers and avoiding negative impact on local residents. Leaders of the groups said they planned to deliver their packet of proposals to their respective county boards immediately. Three organizations — The HOA Roundtable of Northern Virginia, the Loudoun Coalition of Homeowner and Condominium Associations

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A boy rides his scooter in Village Place townhome community in Gainesville, where 70-foot data centers are rising yards from homes. and the Coalition to Protect Fauquier County — say zoning changes are needed because the mammoth buildings and campuses are already impacting residents’ quality of life — and things would get worse. The groups insist they are not opposed to data centers in principle.

But they cited a litany of data center harms caused by poor planning: to the environment, viewsheds, property values, water supplies and the health of citizens subjected to their noise and diesel fumes. They said they had spent six months working on proposals to lessen the harm. Among them are that data centers be sited at least one-fourth mile from residential housing, schools and local parks; that they be no higher than 75 including all superstructure; that they be screened 95% from view. And if the data center property line cannot be one-quarter mile from homes and schools and parks, they propose 500-foot building setbacks from the data center’s property line and noise limits of 50 decibels in the day and 40 at night. (If the group’s siting recommendations can be met, the group says the current limits of

60 decibels during the day and 55 decibels at night are OK.) Representatives from the three organizations said there are already task forces underway in all three counties to revise zoning rules for data centers. They expressed varying degrees of optimism as to whether their proposals would be adopted. Cindy Burbank and Mike Fultz, secretary and president of Protect Fauquier, were more optimistic. They said that Fauquier County supervisors had just established a working group to examine data center standards with two citizens on the board. “We will be at the table along with others,” said Burbank, “and we will find this very useful in that discussion. And so far, our relationship with them has been open and responsive.” See DATA CENTERS, page 8

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The fight to save gravel roads

Fauquier’s Rural Rustic Roads Projects

ROADS, from page 1

“The traffic is moving slower,” she said, “and it’s more environmentally friendly than a paved road.” Eric Diello, who lives on unpaved Keyser Road, doesn’t hesitate to let his kids bike down the gravel road, but never lets them ride on paved county roads. “We’re not going to go on a family bike ride down Hume Road or Leeds Manor Road,” he said. “That would be super dangerous.” Eastham said he actively seeks out gravel roads for his bike rides. “Cars typically drive slower on gravel, and you can hear them coming from farther away,” he said. “Plus, many of the scenic parts of the area are only available via gravel roads.”

A role in conservation

In an area known for its agricultural heritage, efforts to stop the loss of farmland and protect open spaces include conservation easements and Fauquier County’s “purchase of development rights” program, which allow landowners to sell their rights to develop more homes on their property in exchange for tax benefits. Retaining the gravel road network, say proponents, is key. According to the Piedmont Environmental Council, Fauquier has 110,561 acres in conservation, second only to Albemarle County, which has 111,305 conserved acres. And Fauquier County’s agricultural industry is strong with 216,666 acres in production, the fourth highest in the state. So, it’s common to find slow-moving tractors transporting agricultural products and livestock trailers. The county’s population is growing, now at 71,395 and up nearly 30% from 2000. It’s expected to exceed 84,000 residents by 2040. Community leaders face the challenge of dealing with growth and the additional houses and cars it brings, while retaining the county’s rural character. Gravel roads “add charm to this area,” Diello said. “Part of that is keeping it looking more natural and keeping the lifestyle—this is the lifestyle people are seeking. They’re moving from areas of paved roads and busy streets and moving to Fauquier to get away from the rat race.” “Paving the roads is creating more opportunities for the sheer volume and speed of traffic and onlookers,” he added. “That could threaten the country feel of the county if “it starts to look and feel like everywhere else.” As a real estate agent, Diello often works with people who don’t want to be on gravel roads— until they’ve experienced it. People moving from the city “are used to paved roads and have a desire to be on a paved road,” he said. “They think it’s very odd that a lot of roads around here are not paved.”

The slow conversion to pavement

There’s a state-funded effort to pave rural roads across Virginia, but in Fauquier County the progress is slow. Each year, the state’s Rural Rustic Roads Program, created in 2002, earmarks money for paving roads that see fewer than 1,500 vehicles per day. In 2021, the county received $600,000 for the program, said Mark Nesbit, the Virginia Department of Transportation manager for Fauquier County. He estimates that it costs $300,000 to $500,000 per mile to pave. “Each year, they try to spend their money as much as they can,” he said. “They keep the list of roads—probably 10 to 15—and they can typically do one or two a year.” Nesbit works with the Fauquier County Board of Supervisors, who hear from residents interested in the program and hold a public meeting.

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Bicycling on gravel roads is a popular recreational activity, one that would be far more dangerous on pavement. “You generally get some who want it and some who don’t,” said Mary Leigh McDaniel, Marshall District supervisor. “There’s less money to do it than people who want the roads paved. If there’s overwhelming support for it, it’s generally going to go through. If it’s controversial, it’s less likely to happen.”

The six-year plan

If the county’s transportation committee finds the road conditions suitable, and supervisors approve the request, the road is placed on a list of projects to be completed over six years. Nesbit receives a complaint “almost daily” about the unpaved roads in his three-county district. Over time, he said, gravel roads do cost more to maintain. “It takes numerous visits each year to grade, add gravel, sometimes do a dust treatment in dry months,” he said. “That costs money and impacts the workforce. If it’s hard surfaced, we just have to mow twice a year.” After paving, cars do drive faster and there may be more of them, even though the program sets speeds at 35 miles per hour after paving. “We don’t have traffic counts of before and after, but sometimes you get comments that people are going faster and going from gravel to hard surface, you’d expect that,” Nesbit said.

Lessons from Loudoun

Neighboring Loudoun County, today the thirdmost populated county in Virginia, has twice as many gravel roads as Fauquier, but Loudoun resident and preservationist Jane Covington said there is ever more pressure to pave them as the county’s population swells. With Loudoun County at more than 425,000 residents and growing, gravel road protection has become a priority. Preservation Virginia, a 100-year-old organization that seeks to protect historic places in the state, added Loudoun County’s rural roads to its 2020 Virginia’s Most Endangered Historic Places list. About a decade ago, Covington helped create America’s Routes, a group dedicated to preserving and documenting the county’s 300 miles of gravel roads. “We’re at a tipping point,” she said. “COVID changed our demographics, and we have a lot of new residents out here now.” Covington said the region’s gravel road network is packed with history, some having originated as Native American migratory routes. She believes that state law does not require money allocated to gravel roads to be used for paving. Covington argued the state transportation department can use that money to put in a culvert or a ditch or better gravel.

About 10 of Fauquier County’s rural roads have been slated for improvements under the state’s Rural Rustic Roads Program. Here’s an update: Va. 664 (Grace Church Lane): In construction Va. 834 (Old Morgansburg Road): In construction Va. 780 (Cabin Branch Road): In preliminary engineering design Va. 648 (Ebenezer Church Road): Waiting for funding. Design could begin in 2024. Va. 634 (Elk Run Church Road): Waiting for funding to start design, which could begin in 2024-25. Va. 734 (Washwright Road): Waiting for funding to start design, which could begin in 2026. Va. 735 (Keyser Road): Waiting for funding to start design, which could begin in 2026. Va. 809 (Crawleys Dam Road): Waiting for funding to start design, which could begin in 2027. Va. 685 (Paradise Road): Waiting for funding to start design, which could begin in 2027. Va. 769 (Beales Branch Lane): Waiting for funding to start design, which could begin in 2027. “There’s a discrepancy between what we read in state code and how VDOT interprets it,” she said.

A middle road for preservation?

Alex Nance, executive director of the Virginia Piedmont Heritage Area Association, said his group gave an award to the state transportation department for its work at the Transportation Research Council in Charlottesville. The association advocates protecting the historic landscape and culture of the Piedmont area for future generations. Researchers, he said, are developing new ways of modernizing the roads, making them safer and more reliable without paving. “We’re working on a system that allows moving beyond the binary of ‘let the road decay’ or ‘completely pave it over,’” he said. The solution, he said, involves a combination of new methods of grading and types of gravel and aggregate to bind it together for a more durable surface, with less dust and mud.

Fauquier’s rural network

In Fauquier County, there isn’t any countywide organization like America’s Routes that opposes paving. But Nance said the county’s gravel roads have immense historical value. “This is an absolutely priceless historic resource, especially in northern and western Fauquier,” he said. “The roads are basically unchanged from 200 years ago, and driving down one of these roads really gives you a feel for the historic nature. We say it’s like a 300-square-mile outdoor museum.” It’s easy to overlook how unusual a robust gravel road network is in 2023, he said. “Part of what makes these roads unique is that nowhere else on the East Coast has maintained this traditional infrastructure we are fortunate to have around us,” he said. “There are so many benefits from a historic standpoint. They are an integral part of our rural past and present and bring tremendous ecological value.” That understanding comes naturally to residents like Udall, but protecting it takes work. Udall, who lives near Hume, enjoys what she calls “a bucolic, slowed-down country life, the peacefulness of a neighborhood where people aren’t rushing and speeding” and has fought efforts to pave over gravel. But a large section of her road and her access road made the six-year plan in a recent hearing of which she was unaware. “Right now, I feel like I live in the country,” she said. “If the road is paved, it’s one step closer to being in the city.” Reach Beth Rasin at news@fauquier.com

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Too little rainfall behind reports of odd water taste By Shannon Clark

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

Some Warrenton residents and businesses have been calling town officials to complain about odd smelling and tasting water. The cause? Water conservation efforts due to the ongoing state drought advisory. The water continues to be safe, FILE PHOTO but the changes in taste and smell Town of Warrenton officials say bad are likely due to the town’s decision to reduce the frequency of flushing smelling and tasting water is safe and out the water system in an effort to the result of efforts to save water. conserve water, said Steven Friend, “Minimal flushing” has taken the Town of Warrenton’s deputy di- place today, Lyndie Paul, the town’s rector of public works. spokeswoman, told the Fauquier “As far as the taste and odor, these Times in a Thursday, Sept. 28 email. are typical conditions of not flushing Even with less frequent system systems on a regular basis, and our flushing, all water remains safe. source water has had no inflow, both of Samples are taken from the distributhese due to the drought,” Friend said. tion system daily, Friend said. The Town of Warrenton gets its The tests check items such as pH public water both from groundwater levels, alkalinity and chlorine levand from the Warrenton Reservoir. els. Also, the department conducts The ongoing lack of rainfall has re- 10 routine bacteriological tests a sulted in low groundwater levels and month, Friend said. low water levels in the reservoir. Friend said he received two calls The town routinely flushes water yesterday from residents concerned through its pipes to remove poten- about the water and has sent crews tial build-up of naturally occurring out to flush the water systems. He debris and sediment. The system is said he’s hopeful the concerns surtypically flushed every Friday, but rounding the taste and smell will be due to the drought watch, the town resolved within a few days. stopped that practice, Friend said. In the meantime, residents who Now that the town has received are concerned about their water can complaints about bad smelling wa- call the Town of Warrenton Public ter, officials are “increasing area Works & Utilites Department for flushing to help address the issue,” more information and help. according to a recent statement from Reach Shannon Clark at sclark@ the Town of Warrenton. fauquier.com.

Groups: Keep data centers from homes, schools DATA CENTERS, from page 4 Ben Keethler, the vice-chair of the Loudoun homeowners and condo owners’ group, said he sits on a committee that has been working to revise Loudoun’s zoning for more than two years, and supervisors are reviewing their recommendations. He said resident concerns about data centers were having an impact. He noted that their three organizations represented hundreds of thousands of Northern Virginia residents, and said, “I think strength in numbers will really hammer home that, ‘Hey, this is a concern,’” he said. The data center industry has “a big voice,” so, “we can’t negate the fact that residents need to have that voice too, and I think that’s the value related to what we’ve developed today.” Keethler showed overhead photos of a data center standing about 150 feet from the rear decks of neighboring houses in Loudoun Meadows, his subdivision. He said the data centers’ land had been zoned light industrial, and so the buildings were approved by-right without notice to the community. “Loudoun has done very well,” with its data centers, he said, with

great school facilities, wonderful parks and playing fields. “But at the same time, industrial uses like this shouldn’t exist within such close proximity to residential. It’s a quality-of-life issue. “ Other speakers hammered away at the damage and potential damage from data centers and their continuing approval by public officials. Mac Haddow, chairman of the HOA Roundtable and a Gainesville resident, said that government officials, especially in Prince William County, are “addicted” to data centers for their tax revenue, but also the campaign contributions from developers that keep them in office. Continuing the metaphor, Haddow said that the “dealers” are the developers and lawyers who sell the projects to county officials. The victims, he said, are the homeowners who live next to the mammoth structures and suffer the effects of their visual blight, their impacts on the environment, their power consumption. “They’re addicted to this money. And they’re listening to the data center operators,” he said. “They are not thinking about this in a rational way.” Reach Peter Cary at news@fauquier.com

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LIFESTYLE

Semifreddo aims for a ‘D.C. experience’ close to home By Sondra Anzalone

Semifreddo Italian Cuisine

Contributing Writer

Chef Franklin Hernandez has been cooking up Italian cuisine for nearly three decades. Why Italian food? Hernandez, 53, smiled at the question and explained that he started out as “a pizza maker” at age 16. While in high school, Hernandez worked afterschool in a restaurant from 4 p.m. to midnight to help support his family of six who immigrated from El Salvador. His manager and he made a deal: Hernandez had to graduate high school “or he’d fire me,” he said. After high school, Hernandez continued working in various restaurants in Alexandria, Arlington and Washington, D.C., working his way up the line with chefs who were “hot at the time,” such as Roberto Donna of Galileo and Chef Luigi Diotaiuti of Al Tiramisu, he said. He never attended culinary school. “The chefs were my teachers,” he said. Hernandez is the founder and head chef of Semifreddo Italian Cuisine, which he co-owns with his older brother, Misael, and a friend, Carlos Guzman, who designed the restaurant. His wife of seven years, Zaira, 44, is the manager and collaborator of special menus, like the upcoming wine dinner on Oct. 8. Zaira attended culinary school in El Salvador. During his journey, Hernandez said he came across chefs who weren’t willing to share their techniques or recipes. “My chefs learn everything from me,” he said proudly. Hernandez makes his own pastas and gnocchi by hand, as well as the sauces and desserts, and does so openly with his staff of seven. His signature dishes include “linguine di mare” and

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Chef Franklin Hernandez, owner of Semifreddo, with his wife, Zaira. the restaurant’s namesake “semifreddo” dessert, a frozen mousse with caramelized walnuts and amaretto cookies. Semifreddo Italian Cuisine was supposed to open in March 2020, but COVID happened. The

setback reminded him of all the times he was in the kitchen wanting to say, “Here’s my apron; I’m out of here!” But he never quit. “You put everything you have in your heart when you start this business,” he said, recalling the time and effort he spent creating his menu and designing the space. When they opened a few months later, when restrictions allowed, they created a new menu that was better suited for takeout. “Our food is best served hot,” said Hernandez. “You can’t reheat risotto” and have it come out well. “You have to come, eat here (and) enjoy it” when it’s fresh from the kitchen, he said. Another restaurant owner in the shopping center told him he “was crazy” to establish a fine dining Italian restaurant in Manassas, Hernandez recalled. But Hernandez said he knew the potential was there. He wanted to give diners “a D.C. experience without the one-hour drive,” he said. Semifreddo’s clientele is usually in the 50 or older category, said Hernandez, who attributes this to their more “sophisticated palate” and perhaps more worldly experiences. Hernandez says the community has been very supportive of the restaurant, and with a 4.8-star Google rating it has been well regarded. “Manassas opened their arms to us,” he said. “They tell us they’re happy to have this restaurant here.” Reach Sondra Anzalone at news@fauquier.com

CALENDAR OF UPCOMING FAUQUIER EVENTS OCT. 4 TO 11 CHURCH EVENTS Dinner What: Community Fish Fry When: 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7 Where: Amissville United Methodist Church, 14760 Lee Highway, Amissville Cost: Donations appreciated Info: Hosted by the United Methodist Men in the church social hall; Cobbler Mountain Grass providing music; 540-937-4978 Revival What: 148th Church Anniversary Revival Services When: 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Oct. 3, to Oct. 31 Where: Mt. Nebo Baptist Church, 4679 Free State Road, Marshall Info: The church will be celebrating its 148th church anniversary and Pastor Rodney L. Smith’s 23rd anniversary with revival services every Tuesday night during the month of October; guest speaker is Pastor Henry Hall from Bethel Baptist Church, Amissville

ONGOING EVENTS Crafts What: Adult Be a Maker Cart When: All day Monday, Oct. 10, to Sunday, Oct. 15 Where: John Marshall Branch Library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall and Bealeton Branch Library, 10977 Willow Drive, Bealeton Info: Learn, create and make projects using the library’s BAM cart stocked with an assortment of craft and maker supplies Bereavement What: Spiritual Care Support Ministries Bereavement Support Group When: 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays to Nov. 21 Where: Spiritual Care Support Ministries,

FALL FESTIVAL THIS WEEKEND: Warrenton’s Fall Festival, rescheduled due to weather, is set for this Saturday, Oct. 7 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. PHOTO BY COY FERRELL

7179 New Hope Lane, Warrenton Registration: 540-349-5814 Support What: Separation and Divorce Support When: 6 to 7 p.m. Mondays to Nov. 13 Where: Spiritual Care Support Ministries, 7179 New Hope Lane, Warrenton Registration: 540-349-5814 Info: Tools to help individuals cope with and navigate through the challenges of separation and divorce Recovery What: Stepping Into Recovery Al-Anon Family Group When: Every Monday at 7 p.m. Where: Warrenton United Methodist Church, 2nd Floor-C25, 341 Church St., Warrenton Info: Help and hope for families and friends of alcoholics; https://www.al-anon.org or 1-888-425-2666 Support What: Parkinsons Piedmont Support Group When: 12:15 to 2 p.m., third Monday of every month (upstairs in the exercise room Where: Chestnut Forks Tennis and Fitness

Club, 6379 Airlie Road, Warrenton Info: Kendal Blaser, 540-222-6000 or Blaserx4@aol.com Recovery What: 12-Step Recovery Programs, i.e., Alcoholics Anonymous, Al-Anon, Narcotics Anonymous, Overeaters Anonymous, etc. When: Meeting days and times vary Where: The Warrenton Meeting Place, 26 S. Third St., Warrenton Info: Do you, a family member or loved one have a problem with substance abuse, alcohol, drugs, other addictive behaviors? There are various types of 12-Step recovery programs that meet at The Warrenton Meeting Place that can offer a solution; www. TWMP.org Warrenton Farmers Market When: 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays to Nov. 18 Where: 21 Main St., Old Town Warrenton Info: Indoor and outdoor spaces Marshall Farmers Market When: 4 to 7 p.m. Fridays to Oct. 27 Where: 8238 W. Main St., Marshall

Info: Local farmers, businesses, and artisans in Fauquier County; sponsored by Marshall Moving Forward Buchanan Hall Farmers Market When: 4:30 to 7:30 Wednesdays to Oct. 25 Where: Buchanan Hall, 8549 John S. Mosby Highway, Upperville Info: Farm fresh meats and produce; artisan goods; live music; food trucks Archwood Green Barns Farmers Market When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays to Nov. 19 Where: Archwood Green Barns Farmers Market, 4557 Old Tavern Road, The Plains Info: Fruits, vegetables, baked goods, goat cheese, meats and seafood (fresh and frozen) Middleburg Farmers Market When: 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays to Oct. 28 Where: Middleburg Community Charter School, 101 N. Madison St., Middleburg Info: Dogs on a leash are welcome See CALENDAR, page 10

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Food assistance What: Peas and Grace for those in need When: 8:30 to 11 a.m. Tuesdays, and 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Saturdays Where: Grace Episcopal Church, 6507 Main St., The Plains Spiritual Care Support Ministries What: Support groups/counseling and special events for those experiencing the death of a loved one, divorce and chronic illness When: 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Friday; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday; closed on Sunday Where: Spiritual Care Support Ministries, 7179 New Hope Lane, Warrenton Info: 540-349-5814 or www.scsm.tv The S.E.E. Recovery Center What: Recovery-oriented groups, meetings and the opportunity to speak with someone about mental health or substance use recovery When: 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Friday; 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday; and 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday Where: The S.E.E. Recovery Center, 710 U.S. Ave., Culpeper Info: 540-825-3366 or SEERecovery@rrcsb. org

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Books What: Banned Books Book Club When: 6:30 to 8 p.m. Where: The Open Book, 104 Main St., Warrenton Info: The book club will meet every first Wednesday of every month; this month’s pick is “Me and Earl and the Dying Girl,” by Jesse Andrews; receive 10% off book club books when purchased at The Open Book ESL class What: English-as-a-second-language class presented by Piedmont Regional Adult and Career Education programs When: 6 to 7:30 p.m. Also on Wednesday, Oct. 11 Where: Warrenton Central Library, 11 Winchester St., Warrenton Info: 540-718-8243 Yoga What: Sunset Yoga When: 6:30 p.m. Also on Wednesday, Oct. 11 Where: Wollam Gardens, 5167 Jeffersonton Road, Jeffersonton Cost: $20 Registration: https://wollamgardens.com/ yoga Info: Bring a mat Story time What: Raising Readers Story Time for 2-to-4year-old children with a caregiver When: 10:30 to 11 a.m. and 11 to 11:30 a.m. Also on Wednesday, Oct. 11 Where: Warrenton Central Library, 11 Winchester St., Warrenton Registration: https://fauquierlibrary.org/ services/kids/childrens-programs Info: Longer stories, finger plays and songs Story time What: In-Person Story Time for children up to age 5 and their families When: 10:30 to 11 a.m. Also on Wednesday, Oct. 11 Where: John Marshall Branch Library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall and Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive, Bealeton Info: Caregivers must remain in the children’s areas Info: Meet the Middleburg Police Department and Loudoun County Sheriff Trivia Trivia Night When: 6 to 8 p.m. Also on Wednesday, Oct. 11 Where: Old Bust Head Brewing Company, 7134 Farm Station Road, Warrenton Info: Hosted by Fauquier Trivia

2023 Trivia When: 6 to 8 p.m. Also on Wednesday, Oct. 11 Where: Barking Rose Brewing Company, 9057 Old Culpeper Road, Warrenton Trivia with Allison When: 7 p.m. Also on Wednesday, Oct. 11 Where: O’Brien’s Irish Pub, 380 Broadview Ave., Warrenton

Thursday, Oct. 5 Nature What: Art and Nature for Teens - Seed Mosaic When: 6 to 7:30 p.m. Where: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive North, Bealeton Registration: https://bit.ly/fplart-nature-B Info: Discover the characteristics of seeds, how to save seeds, and create a beautiful work of art; presentation and supplies provided by Oak Springs Garden Foundation Crafts What: Crafternoons When: 4:30 to 5:30 Also on Thursday, Oct. 12 Where: The Open Book, 104 Main St., Warrenton Info: Bring portable supplies and craft; 540878-5358 Writing What: Book Club for Writers (Nanowrimo!) When: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Also on Oct. 12, Oct. 19, Oct. 26; same times Where: The Open Book, 104 Main St., Warrenton Cost: $30 (includes a copy of “Big Magic,” by Elizabeth Gilbert; a blank notebook for big ideas; and access to all 6 sessions of the series Registration: 540-878-5358 Info: Six sessions on the brainstorming, outlining, planning, and prepping necessary Book fair What: Banned Book Fair at Altered Suds When: 5 to 8 p.m. Where: Altered Suds, 36A Main St., Warrenton Info: Featuring a selection of banned books Art What: Art Cart for preschool and elementary children When: All day. Also on Thursday, Oct. 12 Where: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive, Bealeton Info: Express creativity with the library’s art supplies ESL class What: English-as-a-second-language class presented by Piedmont Regional Adult and Career Education programs When: 6 to 9 p.m. Also on Thursday, Oct. 12 Where: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive North, Bealeton Info: 540-718-8243 Senior supper What: Senior Supper for seniors 55-plus When: 4:30 to 6 p.m. Also on Thursday, Oct. 12 Where: Bistro on the Hill, 500 Hospital Drive, Warrenton Cost: $7.50 Coffee and conversation What: Fellowship, encouragement, hope through conversation with others When: 10 a.m. to noon. Also on Thursday, Oct. 12 Where: Spiritual Care Support Ministries, 7179 New Hope Lane, Warrenton Info: 540-349-5814; light refreshments Prayer What: Open Prayer Gathering When: Noon to 12:30 p.m. Also on Thursday, Oct. 12 Where: Spiritual Care Support Ministries, 7179 New Hope Lane, Warrenton Info: Personal prayer or to pray for others; requests by calling 540-349-5814 or https:// www.scsm.tv/contactus See CALENDAR, page 11

Fauquier Times | www.fauquier.com | October 4, 2023 CALENDAR, from page 10 Exercise What: Tomba at Middleburg Community Center When: 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Also on Saturday, Oct. 7, and Thursday, Oct. 12 Where: Middleburg Community Center, 300 W. Washington St., Middleburg Info: Tom Sweitzer’s version of Zumba; 540687-6373 Karaoke What: Karaoke Nights When: 6 to 9 p.m. Also on Thursday, Oct. 12 Where: Craft and Crust Pizza Tavern, 204 E. Main St., Remington Reservation: 540-439-5157 Live music Open Mic Night for all ages When: 6 to 8 p.m. Where: Old Bust Head Brewing Company, 7134 Farm Station Road, Warrenton Info: Performers get a beer (or root beer) on the house Featuring Bailey Hayes When: 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Where: Death Ridge Brewery, 5393 Higher Ground Trail, Jeffersonton Open Mic Night for all ages When: 6 to 8 p.m. Where: Old Bust Head Brewing Company, 7134 Farm Station Road, Warrenton Info: Performers get a beer (or root beer) on the house Featuring Bailey Hayes When: 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Where: Death Ridge Brewery, 5393 Higher Ground Trail, Jeffersonton

Friday, Oct. 6 Story time What: Story Time When: 11 to 11:30 a.m. Also on Friday, Oct. 13 Where: The Open Book, 104 Main St., Warrenton Info: Stories, songs and coloring time in the children’s area; 540-878-5358 Meet the author What: Meet the Author, Kathleen Grissom When: 2 to 4 p.m. Where: Blue Valley Winery, 5535 Blue Valley Way, Delaplane Info: Hosted by the Blue Valley Ladies Book Club; Discussion on “Crow Mary,” followed by Q&A and book signing; books available for purchase at The Open Book Community What: First Friday Warrenton When: 5:30 to 9 p.m. Where: Main Streest, Warrenton between Court and Fifth streets Info: Beer/wine garden; vendors; food trucks; kid’s activities; adult activities; Fauquier bands Mystery What: The Westing Game When: 8 p.m. Also on 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7, and Sunday, Oct. 8; and 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 13 Where: Hylton Performing Arts Center, 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas Cost: Tickets $25 adult; $20 senior, student (ID required), and military; $15 youth (12 and under) Info: Presented by the Prince William Little Theatre Reservations: 703-993-7550 Story time What: Story tTme When: 11 to 11:30 a.m. and Friday, Oct. 13 Where: The Open Book, 104 Main St., Warrenton Info: Stories, songs and coloring time in the children’s area; 540-878-5358 Book Cellar What: Book Cellar with books, movie; and music for all ages, sponsored by the Friends of Fauquier Library When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Also on Saturday, Oct. 7, and Friday, Oct. 13 Where: John Barton Payne Building

Basement, 2 Courthouse Square, Warrenton Volunteer: 540-341-3447 Live music First Friday Wine Until 9 When: 6 to 9 p.m. Where: Arterra Wines, 1808 Leeds Manor Road, Delaplane Info: Wine and live music; bring picnics Trivia What: Music Through the Decades Trivia Night When: 6 to 8 p.m. Where: Old Bust Head Brewing Company, 7134 Farm Station Road, Warrenton Info: Bring a team for music trivia questions; top three teams take home a gift card Live music First Friday Wine Until 9 When: 6 to 9 p.m. Where: Arterra Wines, 1808 Leeds Manor Road, Delaplane Info: Wine and live music; bring picnics Featuring The Fly Birds When: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Where: Death Ridge Brewery, 5393 Higher Ground Trail, Jeffersonton

Saturday, Oct. 7 Blacksmith What: Farmer’s Forge When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane Cost: $10 car parking fee Info: Members of the Blacksmith Guild will show off their skills, purchase handmade goods on site Seminar What: Invasive Species Seminar for landowners in the Old Dominion Hounds territory When: 2 to 4 p.m. Where: The Clifton Institute, 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton Registration: 540-341-3651 Info: Bring a water bottle; be prepared to walk a moderate distance; rain or shine Fundraiser What: Fauquier Education Farm 5K and Fun Run for families When: 9 a.m. Where: Fauquier Education Farm, 8428 Meetze Road, Warrenton Cost: $35 5K Run; $20 Fun Run; all proceeds will benefit the Fauquier Education Farm Tickets: available at: https://www. runsignup-com/Race/VA/Warrenton/ FauquierEducationFarm5K Grief What: Family Grief Camp for children ages 6 to 17 also with caregivers When: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Where: Spiritual Care Support Ministries, 7179 New Hope Lane, Warrenton Registration: 540-349-5814 Info: Grieving the loss of a family member or friend; children will enjoy games; activities along with supportive discussions; lunch will be provided Festival What: 3rd Annual Broken String Bluegrass Festival When: 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Where: Death Ridge Brewery, 5393 Higher Ground Trail, Jeffersonton Cost: Parking $5 per car; donations to support Warrenton Rotary Club; $35 to $60, children 12 and under are free Tickets: https://www.eventbrite. com/e/death-ridge-brewery-3rdannual-broken-string-bluegrass-festivaltickets-679537493937 Info: Live music; food trucks; vendors; leashed and friendly pets welcome; rain or shine; no coolers; no outside alcohol; one chair per person; no golf carts or RTVS Walking tour What: Vineyard and Historic Walking Tours at Magnolia for adults See CALENDAR, page 20

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Mike Focazio is well qualified choice for Marshall District supervisor Four years ago, my husband, newly diagnosed with bone cancer and hospitalized with a dangerous combination of c-diff and e-coli, was told not to drink our well water. A neighbor sent us an expensive water testing kit that revealed the water was 100% fine. Whew. That neighbor was Mike Focazio, a candidate for the Fauquier County Board of Supervisors from the Marshall District. I’ve known Mike to be a low-key, intelligent and respectable man who grows vegetables and chickens and knows water issues. I didn’t know until recently that he has a PhD in hydrology; teaches in the geography and geology departments at George Washington University (and prior to that at Randolph Macon and Johns Hopkins); nor that he spent his entire career working on conservation issues for the U.S. Geological Survey — most recently overseeing a 200-scientist group modeling best practices environmental management across the country. His resume lists advisory roles with the EPA, CDC, National Academy of Sciences and the White House Office of Science and Technology. Man, how did we get

so lucky? Fauquier’s Marshall District, the biggest in the county, needs experienced management now more than ever. While the service district’s lack of water nears resolution — new taps will soon be available for purchase — the water problems have not all been solved, Mike recently told me. This year’s election for the board of supervisors is critical to the county’s future. It’s the first time in eons that three of its members are retiring simultaneously — that’s a majority. Mike has a scientist’s understanding of global and local environmental issues, 13 years on Fauquier’s water board, and a productive, congenial relationship with county administrators at every level. He has a rational assessment of what’s ahead, a facility for fair evaluation of all facets of a proposal, a record of fiscal responsibility and a deep reverence for community approval. His kind of informed judgment is a rarity and exactly what we need. K.C. WALLER Hume

Mike Focazio is the GPS the Marshall District needs Since leaving elected office in December 2007, I have held my opinions to a small circle of friends. Today, I’m broadening my circle of friends. Why might you ask? I’ve been an astute observer of local politics and governance in Fauquier for over 35 years. I’ve witnessed both the fit and the unfit individuals who sought elected office. In my observations, there are generally two types of persons who seek elected office: genuine public servants and genuine self-servants. Considered observations of GPS and GSS distinguish no differences in political party affiliation; Rather, it is a statement of the person’s character. GSS characters have no ability to see beyond the moment and repeatedly fail to see any long-range consequences of their actions. Regarding the upcoming Nov. 7 election and the race for the Marshall District seat on the Fauquier County Board of Supervisors, the time has come for voters to choose one of the two candidates running. Local elections have consequences, and those significances are clear.

Mike Focazio is a genuine public servant, and I’ve had the privilege to have served with him on the Fauquier County Water and Sanitation Authority. Since 2014, I’ve seen Mike Focazio bring his energy, sense of humor and considerable scientific expertise to the Fauquier County WSA Board. Mike has been an effective advocate for Marshall. Mike’s leadership at the FCWSA has resulted in significant long-term investment in water and sewer infrastructure. Marshall now has viable long-term water and sewer solutions and has seen significant improvements to its sewer and water infrastructure under his leadership. Fauquier County and the residents of Marshall District have been well served by Michael Focazio. If you reside in Marshall District, please cast your vote for Michael Focazio for Marshall District supervisor. He will bring proven and effective advocacy with thoughtful and deliberate leadership to the county board of supervisors WILLIAM DOWNEY Warrenton

On the school board, we need partnership — not partisanship Every day, I open my mailbox and get another postcard telling me that I, as a parent, need to fight—to fight with teachers, to fight librarians, to fight with administrators, to fight my fellow citizens, to fight for my rights. If there’s anything I should fight for as a person and as a parent, it’s this: what my kids need. And what my kids, and your kids, our schools and our community need is a spirit of partnership. We need to focus on the places where we agree and the ways we can work together. We need goodwill and to treat each other with respect. We need to renew our commitment to our common purpose: keeping our kids safe, nurturing their gifts and preparing them for the future. I have watched Superintendent

Major Warner and our School Board model this consideration, respect and spirit of partnership in their interactions with each other and with me as a parent and a citizen. I don’t 100% agree with every position of every board member, and I’m more politically aligned with some than others. But it’s not about me, and it’s not about politics. It’s about what’s best for my children and for all our children. I encourage my fellow citizens to do what’s best for our community and our kids: Re-elect Duke Bland (Marshall), Clay Campbell (Scott), Donna Grove (Cedar Run), Stephanie Litter-Reber (Lee) and Susan Pauling (Center). KATHRYN LANG Warrenton

Kudos to the Fauquier Chamber for candidates’ forums On behalf of our two citizens organizations, we want to give the Fauquier Chamber of Commerce a big high-five for hosting the Fauquier/Warrenton candidates forum on Wednesday, Sept. 27 at the Warrenton Community Center. There was a terrific turnout of citizens from all over the county and town. Citizens were able to stop and talk to the candidates at tables around the room and then each candidate gave five minutes of remarks. The candidates were pretty terrific, too. They were thoughtful, clear and focused on important issues for the future of the county and the town. The crowd was respectful and gave all of them warm applause. When the program ended, the place continued to buzz as many people lingered to continue conversations. So, thanks to the Chamber for an excellent, important event,

and thanks to all the candidates for participating. Thanks also to the citizens who took the time to come and learn who is running for office and why. The county and town face important issues, and the candidates forum helped us all to better understand those issues and the candidates who are running. MIKE FULTZ Protect Fauquier CINDY BURBANK Protect Fauquier DENISE SCHEFER Protect Fauquier PJ LEARY Protect Fauquier KEVIN RAMUNDO Citizens for Fauquier County LORI KEENAN Citizens for Fauquier County YAK LUBOWSKY Citizens for Fauquier County

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Virginia fall steeplechase season gets underway at Foxfield By Betsy Burke Parker

Special to the Fauquier Times

The 40th annual Foxfield Fall Races kicked off the short fall steeplechase season in Virginia on Sunday, Oct. 1 with a packed crowd at the Charlottesville racecourse for a full day of hurdle action. Winners included Stonelea Stables’ Afraid Not (Gerard Galligan up) taking the distaff hurdle PHOTO BY DOUGLAS LEES

Stonelea Stables’ Afraid Not powered to victory in the distaff hurdle race at Sunday’s Foxfield Fall Races. Upperville-based pro Gerard Galligan was aboard for the big win.

race for Upperville-based Julie Gomena, with the National Steeplechase Association’s current leading trainer, Leslie Young, saddling three winners on the day, including The Hero Next Door (Mikey Hamill) for Middleburg’s Mike Smith. Jump racing returns to Virginia at Middleburg’s Glenwood Park Oct. 14 for the Virginia Fall Races, then moves to The Plains for the Oct. 28 International Gold Cup Races and to Montpelier Station for the Nov. 4 Montpelier Races. Race meets are live streamed free at nationalsteeplechase.com. The NSA website also has current standings, more photos and details on upcoming events.

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are seven days of competition and three evening sessions – Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights. Saturday’s $450,000 international jumper classic is the show headliner, with the night’s action opening with the equitation finals. A complete schedule is at wihs.org. RIDE ALONG WITH HISTORY AT BRANDY STATION The Virginia Horse Council, Culpeper Battlefield Tours, American Battlefield Trust and the Virginia Quarter Horse Association co-host a one-of-a-kind historical trail ride at Brandy Station Battlefield north of Culpeper on Saturday, Oct. 28.

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LIBERTY VOLLEYBALL WINS FIRST MATCH

The Liberty High volleyball team recorded its first victory by sweeping Brentsville in three games last week. The Eagles are 1-12. Elsewhere, Fauquier improved to 8-3 by defeating Meridian 25-16, 25-16, 25-14 and Handley 25-22, 25-19, 29-27. Kettle Run is 8-4 after falling to Millbrook and Sherando last week.

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Still perfect after 5 games

In battle of unbeatens, Cougars edge Millbrook 28-24 on Quaker’s late TD By Matthew Proctor

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

After 47 minutes and 53 seconds of back-and-forth action, the clash between undefeated football powerhouses Kettle Run and Millbrook came down to the final play. Trailing 28-24 with seven seconds left at the Kettle Run 35-yard line, Millbrook needed a miracle. Cougar linebacker Mason Hodges never let it happen, sacking Pioneers’ quarterback Jonah Mihill before he could launch a speculative pass into the end zone. “I saw him going to the outside and I had to keep contain. I chased him down and got him,” Hodges said as Kettle Run improved to 5-0 by winning their closest game of the year. “I think that we have some legitimate grit,” said coach Charlie Porterfield. “Getting us a stop there at the end when we needed it.” The three-time Northwestern District champions aren’t used to tight games — playing just one one-possession game in their last 29 outings. Playing at Liberty due to Kettle Run’s “soaked” field, the Cougars looked cool, calm and collected, scoring the game-winning touchdown on Colton Quaker’s 10-yard run with 3:17 left and staying solid on Millbrook’s final possession. Stopping Milbrook’s single wing run-heavy offense, which was averaging nearly 300 yards per game with only five passing attempts coming in, took plenty of focus.

KETTLE RUN’S NEXT GAME: Friday at Meridian (2-3), 7 p.m. “They’re so good at it and it’s intricate. There’s not a ton of plays, but if you don’t fill it exactly right, they’re going to gash you,” Porterfield said. Millbrook drove inside the Cougars’ 10-yard line on their first two possessions, but Kettle Run tightened, stacking more players into the box. “We started rotating guys. I rocked down to a linebacker depth instead of playing my safety depth,” said Quaker. “They sent me on a few blitzes, sent some other guys on a few blitzes, and I think we just started wearing them down,” the junior said. Kettle Run got a breakout game from sophomore wide receiver Zach Roth, who hauled in seven receptions for 98 yards and a TD. Roth, who had two touchdowns earlier this year against Handley, has emerged as a reliable complement to senior Sam Rodgers, who had seven catches for 111 yards and a 59-yard TD. “Roth making those catches, taking some big hits, not putting the ball on ground was huge just because it helped us extend drives,” Porterfield said. “Some of those were big time second, third down catches where we really needed yards.” Millbrook scored first on a 24-yard field goal by Garrett Johnson to lead 3-0. On the Cougars’ second possession, Kettle Run quarterback Jake

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Carter Bernatzky (No. 5) and a host of Kettle Run defenders gang-tackle Millbrook’s Cohen Creswell in Cougars’ 28-24 win last Friday in Bealeton. Mulhern hit Rodgers on a post route for the 59-yard score and a 7-3 lead. “If I see that safety coming on the curl, the other safety is going to be chasing Sammy. And when I have Sammy running as fast as he can, you just got to throw it up,” said Mulhern, who finished 15-of-26 for 226 yards and two touchdowns.

‘Birthday boy got loose’

See COUGARS, page 16

LIBERTY’S NEXT GAME: Friday at home vs. Milbrook (4-1), 7 p.m.

Orlando’s interception and two TD runs power Brentsville past Liberty 22-11 By Jack Parry

Special to the Fauquier Times

Brentsville needed someone to make plays. Enter the Birthday Boy. Senior Nico Orlando celebrated his 18th birthday with an interception and go-ahead touchdown run in Friday’s 22-11 win over visiting Liberty. Orlando’s signature plays turned around a game that was trending Liberty’s way. With the Eagles driving again after a 75-yard touchdown drive had put them ahead 11-8, Brentsville pressured Liberty quarterback Austin Mawyer, who scrambled to the left and tried to find a receiver deep. Orlando tracked the looping pass and picked it off, running it back to Liberty’s 37-yard line. Two plays later, Orlando burst through the line and turned on the jets up the left side for a 28-yard TD for a 14-11 lead the Tigers never relinquished. “It comes to the end of the day, No. 4 (Orlando) wants to be back there with the rock. And he called for it and you know, [the] birthday boy got loose,” said Brentsville coach Loren White,

Millbrook answered with an 84yard drive that ended with a 1-yard touchdown run by Kyler Jackson for a 10-7 lead with 8:57 left in the second quarter. Jackson carried 15 times for 59 yards and two scores while Mihill ran 27 times for 189 yards and one TD.

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Landon Hirmer (No. 5) and the Eagles lost a third quarter lead to the formidable Brentsville Tigers last Friday, falling 22-11 in Nokesville. Also pictured: Bristen Umberger (No. 51) and Victor Elueme (No. 60). whose Tigers improved to 5-1 with their third straight win over Liberty. “I thought I was going to run into the ref,” Orlando said of his TD. “I saw a little cut back, I had one on one with the safety, and I made a play.” Orlando finished with 143 yards rushing on 23 carries and two TDs, with over 100 of his yards in the second half. Brentsville star quarterback Caleb Alexander,

who completed 8-of-21 passes, was one of Orlando’s many fans. “Some of us had a down game today, and Nico stepped up big, my O-line stepped up big,” he said. “They all stepped up big for me when I needed it, and I needed it.” It was a damaging loss for Liberty, which dropped to 3-3 heading into Friday’s home game with Millbrook (4-1). Eagle coach Kevin Odlum’s team came in banged up with multiple starters on the offensive line not suiting up. “I’m not one to make excuses, but reality is reality, and we’re kind of racked with injuries,” said Odlum. After losing to Sherando 35-0 on Sept. 22, Liberty’s offense struggled for the second straight week, especially on the ground, with running backs Dre Booth and Landon Hirmer combining for 19 yards rushing on 10 carries. Mawyer completed 13-of-30 passes for 130 yards and threw three interceptions. Brentsville’s defense put pressure on Mawyer, sacking him six times, including three times by Tiger linebacker James Vaughn. Both defenses started the game on point. The Eagles stopped the Tigers on fourth down on the game’s first drive. Brentsville then thwarted Liberty near the goal line as Aden Peters hit a 13-yard field goal for a 3-0 Eagle lead with 6:38 left in the first quarter. See EAGLES, page 16

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Neidich flying high for youthful Eagles’ cross country squad By Matthew Proctor

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

Returning just four runners from last season, Liberty cross country coach Andrea Rodman knows the Eagles won’t be setting the world on fire this year, but their influx of youth is reason for optimism. “I am really encouraged by the fact that we have about 15 new runners, the majority of them being freshmen, but we have a few seniors and juniors who came out to try this sport, so that’s exciting,” Rodman said. Outside of the experienced seniors Aidan Neidich and Bonnie Quansah and junior Ayden Demko, the Eagles’ 20-person roster features 11 freshmen and two sophomores mixed with two juniors and five seniors. “This fall I’m just focusing on building a solid base, keeping everybody injury free, wanting them to learn, establish their work ethic, establish good habits. Especially the younger runners,” Rodman said. Many of the first-year runners have joined the team to get in shape for winter and spring sports with others joining just to try something new, like senior Molly Ritchie. “She’s never done any sport, ever, and she came out. The first day, she couldn’t run a hundred meters... Now I watch her, and I’m amazed at how much she’s grown. She gets out there

PHOTO COURTESY OF ANDREA RODMAN

Liberty cross country coach Andrea Rodman is excited about her developing 20-menber squad, which features 11 freshmen and is anchored by senior standout Aidan Neidich. and she races now, and she’s confident. She just loves it. And for me as a coach, that is my goal,” said Rodman. The Eagles have raced at three meets: a tri against Handley and Skyline on Aug. 30, the Griffin Invitational on Sept. 16 and the Woodberry Forest Invitational on Sept. 22, and have just one remaining meet, the Third Battle on Oct. 14. “I’m really happy with how the first couple of races went. The kids, especially the freshmen, are still worried about, they’re like, ‘Can I even do this?’ They seemed to be really timid. But going to Woodbury Forest the other day, I could see it’s clicking. They’re confident and they know what they can do and they’re out there racing,” Rodman said.

In their opening meet at Liberty against Handley and Skyline, Neidich led the way on the boys side, completing the 5K in 17:01 to take fifth place. Neidich has been the Eagles’ top runner. He took first at the Griffin Invitational at Burtner Farm in Penn Laird in 18:17, then finished 33rd of 237 runners at the Woodberry Forest Invitational in 18:08. Ayden Demko and freshmen Atsawin Kraiwan and Michael Raznick have also run well, finishing in the top-20 twice. At the Woodberry Forest Invitational, Kraiwan (20:23) and Raznick (20:44) both set personal bests while Demko (22:13) is working back from a twisted ankle. “Atsawin Kraiwan, he ran in middle school, he also ran here his 8th

grade year for track, and he’s just an overall athlete,” said Rodman. “Michael Raznick is also really growing into racing and being confident.” Freshmen Christian Fogle, Cameron West, Jason Cruz and Isaiah Quezada have also shown promise. On the girls side, sophomore Becca Fowler has the best finish so far with her second-place time of 25:29 at the Griffin Invitational. Junior Jacinta Washington took fifth in 27:05, with Bonnie Quansah in 10th at 26:36. “Rebecca Fowler is leading the pack right now, and Jacinta is a junior, this is her first year running cross country, but she’s building her base really well,” Rodman said. Anna Snyder and Elyssa Washington, the younger sister of Jacinta, have been Liberty’s top freshmen. Snyder was the Eagles’ top finisher in the opening meet, finishing in 25:00 to take 12th, while Washington’s best result came at the Woodberry Invitation, which she ran in 28:22. Next up is the Third Battle meet at Millbrook on Oct. 14 and the Class 4 Northwestern District meet on Oct. 25. “We are very young and we’re just learning how to run. I’m going to focus on that. I’m going to focus on them having a good time and learning the sport and growing stronger. I’m not worried about qualifying for regionals and stuff like that this year,” Rodman said.

Kettle Run golf takes third at region meet; Wargo and Slaughter make states By Peter Brewington

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

The Kettle Run High golf team’s dreams of making the state tournament fell short again. Bidding to make states for the first time as a team, the Cougars shot 310 at last week’s Class 3 Region B tournament at Shenandoah Valley Golf Club in Front Royal, finishing third. Brentsville and Goochland both shot 308 to seize the two state berths with Goochland winning a playoff to win the region title. “Another heartbreaker. We missed going to

Orlando comes up big on his 18th birthday EAGLES, from page 15 Late in the first half, the Tigers surged ahead 8-3 as Alexander held the ball for a second before hitting Trent Hayes for a 20-yard TD. “I saw one-on-one with my guy Trent, and the DB had his back turned, so I was

states by two strokes,” said coach Chris Ferrell, who was excited to have Kettle Run’s top two players, Brian Slaughter and Jack Wargo, qualify as individuals. Slaughter shot 74, Jack Wargo 75, Case Rober at 79 and Wyatt Carter at 82. Also competing were Nic Atkins, who shot 83, and Jaxson Ramage, who shot 85. Slaughter and Wargo compete in the Class 3 meet Monday, Oct. 9 at the Williamsburg National Golf Course. Wargo won a playoff over

like I just gotta give him a shot,” said Alexander, who had a 2-point conversion run after his TD throw. The Eagles opened the third quarter with a decisive drive by Mawyer, who completed 6-of-8 passes for 52 yards, then capped it by dashing down the left sideline for a 16yard rushing TD. Andrew Ryman’s 2-point conversion reception put the Eagles’ up 11-8 with 6:18 to go in the

Meridian’s Henry Brown for the last individual state-qualifying spot. Carter Knick of William Monroe shot 71 for individual honors and advanced to states. Fauquier shot 331 for sixth place in the 12-school event, using scores from Mason Markell (78), Sam Roteman (80), Wyatt Keith (85) and A.J. Lamper (88). Elsewhere, Liberty concluded its season Monday with senior Lliam Collins shooting 86 at the Class 4 Region B tournament in Charlottesville.

third quarter. “We wanted to set a statement,” Mawyer said. Liberty tried to add to the lead, but Orlando denied it with his interception and TD as the Tigers forged ahead 14-11. After falling behind, Liberty suffered two interceptions and had their last series end on downs. Following a crucial Liberty 15-yard penalty on a Tiger punt, the Tigers capped the scor-

ing on Orlando’s 8-yard TD run with 6:45 left, making it 22-11 after Tyler Owens’ 2-point conversion reception. Liberty got the ball back on the 50, but the offense faltered again. To close out the game, the Tigers handed the ball off to Orlando five straight times for 44 yards. “I’m gonna buy a scratch-off. I’m winning the lotto tonight,” Orlando quipped after his big night.

was the right time and made the corner out. Jake inside, and then I saw the open lane outside. I fol‘Big game,’ big win for Cougars Itthrew a great ball, great pass, great touch on that lowed my dude’s butts. I had Zach Roth, who kept

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Quaker scored on a 1-yard direct snap rush up the middle on fourth-and-goal as the Cougars pulled ahead 14-10 with 22 seconds remaining in the half. Following a Millbrook punt to open the third quarter, Mulhern rolled out to the left and hit Roth on a corner route to the pylon from the slot for a 20-yard touchdown giving Kettle Run a 21-10 lead after Kelsi Navin’s extra point. “We’ve been working on it all week at practice.

timing. We have a good connection, so we have that timing down. Just a great play,” Roth said. Millbrook cut the deficit to 21-17 on a 7-yard run by Mihill, then took a 24-21 lead with 6:58 remaining in the fourth on a 26-yard run by Jackson following a Mulhern fumble. Needing to score, the Cougars fed Quaker seven times on a 9-play, 90-yard drive that ended with Quaker’s 10-yard TD for a 28-24 edge with 3:17 to go. Quaker finished with 115 yards and two TDs on 23 carries. “It was one of our inside run plays, so I hit it

the guy turned in, and so I just followed him outside. There’s no one out there, just walked it in,” Quaker said. With Millbrook needing to go 72 yards in three minutes, Porterfield told his defense, “This is a big game. You want to win a big game? These are the kind of drives you have to have to win big ball games,” the coach said. Hodges and company delivered as the Cougars now pivot to Class 3 Northwestern District foe Meridian (2-3) Friday in Fairfax.

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Another rough road trip to Front Royal Falcons fall behind early in 27-20 loss to Skyline

FAUQUIER’S NEXT GAME: Saturday at Handley (2-3), 1 p.m.

By Peter Brewington

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

For the second straight week the Fauquier Falcons fell to a previously winless Front Royal opponent they’d hoped to beat, losing 27-20 to Skyline on the road. The Falcons (1-4) were trying to rebound after a 34-28 loss to Warren County (1-4) the previous week but fell in too big a hole. Despite several surges, it was not enough as their losing streak reached three since beating Culpeper 55-35 on Sept. 8. The Falcons employed sophomore Amari Martin at quarterback the entire game. In his first start, the speedster was effective on some runs around the end and completed a touchdown pass. “He’s got wheels and he can make plays no doubt. He needs time to get more comfortable. He’s gonna be our guy,” said coach Karl Buckwalter. Due to injuries, former starting QB Ben Noland moved to receiver and cornerback and shined. Fauquier played without regulars as David Mayfield, Brian Bland, Carter Halsey, Jacob Curtis and more. “We have three or four guys on the sideline in casts. We’re doing some scrambling,” said Buckwalter. One of the switches involved moving standout running back Mason Hamilton to safety, and he responded with two interceptions, including a 35yard “pick six” touchdown return. Skyline, which made the Class 3 playoffs last year and finished 5-6, came in 0-4 after recent losses to Kettle Run, Millbrook, James Wood and

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Sophomore quarterback Amari Martin made his first start in Friday’s 27-20 loss to Skyline. Strasburg. The Hawks (1-4) challenged the Falcon offense with diverse plays that stretched the field, Skyline scored a touchdown on its first series as freshman Zayden Burks took a backwards pass from Nicholas Mras behind the line of scrimmage and raced 36 yards up the left side for a 6-0 lead with 8:21 left in the first quarter. Fauquier failed to get a first down on its next three possessions, helping the Hawks build a 14-0

second quarter lead on Mrad’s 18-yard pass to Marques Lockhart-Wright on a slant route across the middle, followed by a 2-point conversion pass from Cameron Kerns to Caden Throrne. Despite being stopped again on offense, the Falcons got right back in the game on a 32-yard interception return by Hamilton, who cut in front of Mrad’s pass in the right flat and made a huge play. Hector Villatoro’s extra point cut Skyline’s lead to 14-7 with 4:53 left before halftime. But the ensuing kickoff proved devastating as Aidan Vaught ran right up the middle of the field, then cut to the left sideline for an 85-yard touchdown gallop for a 20-7 Hawks’ lead after the extra point kick was blocked. Skyline’s lead grew to 27-7 early in the fourth quarter on Vaught’s 14-yard TD run. Fauquier scored the last two TDs of the game to draw closer. Aaron Lewis raced 18 yards to make it 27-13 with 9:31 left and Martin threw a 21-yard TD pass to Brady Anderson in the back of the end zone with 1:14 left. Villatoro’s extra point closed the scoring at 27-20. The Falcons, who have been reclassified to Class 3, face a difficult four-game stretch starting with Class 4 Handley (2-3) on Saturday at 1 p.m., followed by Class 4 James Wood (3-3), Class 3 juggernaut Brentsville (5-1) and then reigning Class 4 runnerup Kettle Run (5-0). “We told the kids, ‘There are going to be opportunities each week.’ If we can stay in the ballgame and if it comes down to the end, we can steal one. It’s kind of how I play ping pong. Just keep it on the table,” Buckwalter said.

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Bodert, Cree, Gorg, Settle power Falcons over Cougars; first place Meridian is next By Matthew Proctor

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

Since opening 7-0, the Fauquier High field hockey team has cooled down a bit, playing 3-3 since Sept. 18. But at 9-3, there’s still a lot to like. Despite tough losses to Northwestern District-leading Meridian on Sept. 19, Eastern View on Sept. 25 and Class 5 North Stafford on Monday, the Falcons remain in second in the district at 5-1 following last week’s victories over Brentsville and Kettle Run. The Falcons topped Orange County 2-0 on Sept. 18 behind goals from senior Allie Strickland and junior Charleigh Read to improve to 7-0 entering their showdown against first-place Meridian (10-0). “We were out a few starters so we had to change a few things, but (Meridian’s) only been scored on twice and we scored on them. We gave them a run for their money,” said coach Brooke Settle. Fauquier trailed 3-0 at halftime against the Mustangs, but one second half goal by Fanny Bodart was all they could muster as the Falcons fell 5-1 for their first loss. The Falcons then fell to Eastern View 5-3 but got back on track, defeating Brentsville 4-0 on Sept. 26 and Kettle Run 6-1 on Sept. 28. Goals from Bodart, Lindsey Cree, Addie Gorg and Kirsten Settle powered the win over the Cougars.

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Junior Addie Gorg and Falcons are in second in the Northwestern District at 9-3 and 5-1 following their 6-1 victory over Kettle Run on Sept. 28. They host firstplace Meridian on Oct. 10.

The Cougars struck first on a first quarter goal by Ivy McCarthy, but the Falcons rallied to lead 4-1 at the half as Settle, Cree, Bodart and Gorg each found the back of the net. Bodart and Cree added two more goals in the second half to give Fauquier the 6-1 win. “We told the girls that is the hardest we had ever seen them play. It was the first game we played since the passing of Mr. K (principal Kraig Kelican), so we dedicated that game to him,” coach Settle said. “We’re putting it all together. It was probably the fastest I’ve seen them play,” she said. “Once they scored that first goal it was like they were unstoppable.” Fauquier lost to Class 5 foe North Stafford 3-0 on Monday. Next up is a road game at Liberty (3-7) on Thursday and a pivotal rematch with Meridian at Falcon Field on Oct. 5 in their final two district games of the season. Should the Falcons defeat the Eagles, their matchup against Meridian could determine the Northwestern District regular season champion and the No. 1 seed in the district tournament. Settle wants to see the Falcons start faster against opponents. “Sometimes we wait a little and most of our goals and momentum has come in the second half, so we have to turn it on in the first half,” she said.

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Metal roofs can be a good choice because of their longevity and energy efficiency. But as with any material, there are some disadvantages as well. By Carmen Rivera

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Whether you’re putting a roof on a new home, or your existing roof requires a total makeover, there are many materials available. But no matter what roof style you have, metal roofs can be an attractive option because of their longevity, minimal maintenance and energy efficiency. Material choices include steel (galvanized, galvalume or weathering), aluminum, copper, zinc and tin. Product types are vertical seam, pre-formed panels and granular coated panels. Style choices allow you to have the look of shingles, slate, tile, shakes or vertical panels. Make sure your metal roofing product is tested, labeled and listed with a testing organization such as UL, FM Approvals or Intertek to meet rigorous wind, fire and impact-resistance rating requirements. Please also remember that installation can vary from geographic location, manufacturer guidelines and as a result of local building code requirements.

Advantages of metal roofs

Metal roofs offer many benefits, including:

• Longevity: Metal roofs can last 40 to 70 years, depending on the material. Traditional asphalt roofing materials have an estimated life expectancy of roughly 12 to 20 years. • Durability: If installed correctly, some metal roofs can sustain wind gusts up to 140 miles per hour, will not corrode or crack and may be impact-resistant (depending on which product you choose). In addition, metal roofs don’t need the periodic costly maintenance that other roofing materials often require. However, they should be inspected periodically to make sure no repairs are required. • Safety: Metal roofs will not spark and ignite into flames during a wildfire or lightning strike. • Energy efficiency: Metal roofs reflect the sun’s UV and infrared light rays that contribute to roof surface radiant heat, which can result in a 10% to 25% reduction in cooling costs. • Environmentally friendly: Metal roofs not only have 25% to 95% recycled content, depending on the material used, but are also 100% recyclable at the end of their life as a roof. In contrast, most shingle tear-off waste ends up as part of the

building-related waste stream — up to 20 billion pounds per year.

Disadvantages of metal roofs

Despite their many advantages, metal roofs have some potential drawbacks. • Affordability: Metal roofs can be as much as two or three times more expensive than other roofing materials. While the life of a metal roof is much longer, investing in a metal roof only makes sense if you plan to stay in your home long enough to enjoy the cost benefits. • Noisiness: Metal roofs may be more noisy during a heavy rain or hailstorm than other products depending on the type of decking used during installation (spaced or solid). Adding more attic insulation can sometimes solve this problem, but that may increase costs. • Expansion, contraction and fasteners: Metal roofing material assemblies that are attached as large panels are designed to expand and contract as they warm and cool. However, both exposed and concealed fasteners have varying lifespans. Depending on the climate, neoprene washers and the screws used during

installation may degrade and become dislodged over time. • Inconsistency of color match: If a repair is required or a home extension is added years later, it may be difficult to find an exact match to the existing metal. • Performance: If water accumulates anywhere on the roof because of poor-quality installation or repair, it can eventually cause serious damage. Low-grade metals may also be thinner gauge and less durable. Some metals rust in certain climates or dent more easily than others during hailstorms or installation.

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20 CALENDAR/REAL ESTATE CALENDAR, from page 11 When: 1 to 2 p.m. Where: Magnolia Vineyards and Winery, 200 Viewtown Road, Amissville Cost: $30 per person Reservations: https://www.mysite-107062-104692.square.site Info: Walking tour takes about one hour and includes samples of three wines and a goodie bag; the tour is not recommended for children Live music What: Featuring Eric Campbell When: 3 to 6 p.m. Where: Powers Farm Brewery, 9269 Redemption Way, Midland

Sunday, Oct. 8 Animals What: Blessing of the Animals When: 2 to 4 p.m. Where: Fauquier SPCA, 9350 Rogues Road, Midland Info: Blessing of the animals with Rev. Benjamin Maas of St. James Episcopal Church; all animals must be on a leash or in a carrier AND current on Rabies vaccinations Musical What: Menopause The Musical 2-Cruising Through the Change When: 3 p.m. Where: Hylton Performing Arts Center, 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas Cost: Tickets $55, $50, $45 Reservations: 703-993-7550 Reading What: Paws to Read with K-9 Caring Angels for children ages 5 to 10 When: 2 to 3 p.m. Where: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow St., Bealeton Info: Read aloud to trained and certified therapy dogs; a caregiver must be present; a signed permission slip is required

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Live music What: Featuring Out of Uniform When: 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Where: Death Ridge Brewery, 5393 Higher Ground Trail, Jeffersonton

Monday, Oct. 9 Fauquier County Public Libraries What: All public libraries will be closed in observance of Columbus Day When: All day Where: Warrenton Library, Bealeton Branch Library, John Marshall Branch Library

Tuesday, Oct. 10 Book Club What: Young Adult Book Club When: 6 to 7 p.m. Where: The Open Book, 104 Main St., Warrenton Info: Brand new book club every second Tuesday; discussion on “Uglies,” by Scott Westerfeld; all book club titles are 10% off; 540-878-5358 Art What: Art Cart for preschool and elementary children When: All day Where: Warrenton Central Library, 11 Winchester Drive, Warrenton Info: Express creativity with the library’s art supplies Story time What: Walk and Talk Like the Animals When: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Where: John Marshall Branch Library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall Registration: https://bit.ly/44Rqwjs Info: For children ages 3 to 5 and their families, presentation and supplies provided by Friends of the Rappahannock Nature What: The Naturalist is In for adults When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Warrenton Central Library, 11 Winchester Drive, Warrenton Info: Speak with a master naturalist from

the Old Rag division of the Naturalists of Virginia organization about nature and the environment Meet the author What: Meet the Author, Rick Steves When: 4 to 5 p.m. Where: Virtual Registration: https://bit.ly/fplauthor Info: Chat with guidebook author and TV host Rick Steves Nature What: Art and Nature for Teens - Seed Mosaic When: 6 to 7:30 p.m. Where: John Marshall Branch Library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall Registration: https://bit.ly/fplant-nature-JM Info: Learn the characteristics of seeds, how to save seeds, and create a beautiful work of art, presentation and supplies provided by Oak Springs Garden Foundation Community What: Encompass Community Supports Board Meeting (formerly known as Rappahannock Rapidan Community Services) When: 4 p.m. Where: Encompass Community Supports, 15361 Bradford Road, Culpeper Info: Individuals with disabilities who require special assistance to attend and participate should contact Tammy Keaton at 540-8253100, ext. 3146

Wednesday, Oct. 11 Networking What: Ignite Fauquier for Fauquier County businesses When: 8:30 to 10 a.m. Where: Warrenton Town Hall, 21 Main St., Warrenton Info: Learn and share Bird walk What: Bird Walk for adults and children accompanied by an adult When: 7 to 9 a.m.

Where: The Clifton Institute, 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton Registration: 540-341-3651 Info: For adults and children accompanied by an adult Health What: Total Joint Replacement Class When: 11 a.m. Where: Fauquier Health, 500 Hospital Drive, Chestnut Room, Warrenton Info: Learn about joint replacement surgery and rehabilitation Registration: 540-316-5000 Health What: Stroke Support Group When: Noon Where: Fauquier Health, 500 Hospital Drive, Chestnut Room, Warrenton Info: Informational and supportive conversations about stroke recovery Older Adults What: OWLS (Older Wiser Learners) for active, older adults When: 2:30 to 4 p.m. Where: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive, Bealeton Info: Make new friends, learn new things, and share knowledge; refreshments provided Book club What: Marshall Afternoon Book Club When: 1 to 2:30 p.m. Where: John Marshall Branch Library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall Info: Discussion on “Book of Hope: a Survival Guide for Trying Times,” by Jane Goodall Join meetings: deborah.cosby@ fauquiercounty.gov or 540-422-8527 Newcomers What: Warrenton Newcomers Club Meeting When: 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Where: Journey Church, 4173 Bludau Drive, Warrenton Info: Barbara LeFever, 32goose18@gmail. com

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These property transfers, filed September 20-26, 2023 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: $2,500,000 in Scott District Cedar Run District Debra B. Jones to Pebble Run Associates LLC, 50% interest in 25.0841 acres and 3.8410 acres at 5024 Midland Road, Midland. $975,000 NVR Inc. to Adam Robert Bauer, 0.5928 acre at 9422 Blue Jay Court, Warrenton. $837,800 Gregory Kyle Byus to Scott G. Olson, 2.5185 acres at 3562 Ringwood Road near Nokesville. $700,000 Jeffrey S. Nelson to Troy Ashley Rose, 1.5516 acres at 12733 Hunters Grove Court, Goldvein. $405,000 Matthew Poindexter to Jaime Castro, 0.77 acre at 10475 Shortcut Road near Catlett. $450,000 CMH Homes Inc. to Jody Long, 3.12 acres at 11565 Blackwelltown Road near Midland. $427,951 Lorri L. Walsh to Abigail J. Judkins, 2 acres at 12978 Elk Run Road, Bealeton. $465,000

Lee District Andrew D. Summers to Jesse Leigh Lambert, 2 acres at 13615 Union Church Road, Sumerduck. $485,000 Kristy Jane Woodward Jones to Shanna Hoosier, 0.2298 acre at 7016 Helm Drive near Remington. $420,000 NVR Inc. to Joseph Arnaud Parage, 0.0312 acre at 7638 Hancock Street, Bealeton. $367,970 Titleist Rentals LLC to Al Mousa Holdings LLC, Unit J at 11238 Torrie Way, Bealeton. $194,000 Center District RFI CM LC to NVR Inc., 1.1252 acres on Kingsley Court & Academy Hill Road, Warrenton. $272,000 Jeremy M. Whitehurst to Abigail Ballard, 7256 Hastings Lane, Warrenton. $610,000 Goldie V. Frazier to Charles T. Furr, Lots 4 and Pt-5 on Elm Street,

Warrenton. $310,000 Eva C. Harris to We Buy Homes PWC LLC, 6400 sq. ft. at 79 Alexandria Pike, Warrenton. $300,000 Scott District NVP Inc. to DRB Group Mid-Atlantic LLC, Lots 1, 2 3, 4, 5 and 6 on Falcon Ridge Court and Lots 7, 8, 9 and 10 on Peregrine Way, Warrenton/ New Baltimore. $2,500,000 Christopher R. Payne to Daniel P. Martel, 10.7758 acres at 5231 Pond Mountain Road, Broad Run. $880,000 Jeffrey Lee Weisenborne to Jared Fisher, 7346 Tucan Court near Warrenton. $895,000 Marshall District Paul A. Scott Tr. to Magdalene Janet McElhone, 5.9792 acres at 7446 Lost Creek Court, Marshall. $622,000 Secretary of Veterans Affairs to Rachel P. Matzke (70%) and Mary

Schindling Perrine (30%) for 0.3320 acre on Conde Road and 1.007 acres at 10166 Conde Road, Marshall. $335,802 Maronda Homes of Virginia LLC to Stephen Craig Hudson, 4.2080 acres at 9339 Ada Road, Marshall. $734,000 Clarence Clinton Glascock to James Corum, 19,231 sq. ft. at 8330 & 8328 West Main Street, Marshall. $250,000 Debra B. Jones to Pebble Run Associates LLC, Deed and Assumption of Trust, 50% interest in 13.9982 acres on Whiting Road, Marshall. $1,295,000 Myrtle S. Ramey to Larry W. Sampson, 6.6817 acres at 9305 Old Waterloo Road, Warrenton. $710,000 Anna Touhey to Roger Tyrrell, 10.43028 acres at 6714 Robinson Lane near Warrenton. $760,000

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Emiel Karel Emma Smet Emiel Karel Emma Smet, 90, of Amissville, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday, September 20, 2023 at Poet's Walk Memory Care Community in Warrenton, Virginia. He was born December 22, 1932 in Stekene, Belgium to the late Petrus Josef and Coleta Adrienne Smet. Emiel's childhood was filled with tragic family disruptions during WWII. He inherited his tenacity from his parents as his mother struggled to keep him and his five siblings together in 23 moves during the war while his father worked in the Underground to assist shot-down Allied pilots in covertly returning to England. His father was captured and spent time away from his family in a German prison. His family was trapped in the middle of the Battle of the Bulge, and as a young teen, he witnessed his best friend become a war casualty. Following the war, the family made Antwerp, Belgium their home, and following his military service, Emiel continued his education at the University of Ghent where he received the equivalent of a Master's degree in civil engineering. He and his first wife, Maria, were married in May 1955 and came to the United States seeking employment in 1961. After a variety of jobs including farm hand, construction worker, and builder, Emiel was finally able to put his engineering degree to good use when hired by Mr. George DeFranceaux to design and build a large addition to their home. Mr. DeFranceaux became Emiel's mentor in real estate investing and opened the door to his long-time love for real estate and a position as Property Manager for the Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology in Bethesda, Maryland. Emiel held the position at FASEB until his early retirement in 1981. In the interim, Emiel and Maria became U.S. citizens on May 10, 1968. Maria died in August 1971 as a result of injuries sustained in a natural gas explosion at their home in Bethesda. Emiel was severely burned in the fire but survived after an extended hospital stay. Emiel and his second wife, Lynda, met at a professional meeting in 1973 and were married June 26, 1976. They moved to his beloved farm in 1981 when he designed and built their current home. Once their home was completed, he needed something to do and became the first Building Official for Rappahannock County as well as Acting Zoning Administrator for several years. Emiel was actively involved in both the Bethesda-Chevy Chase and Culpeper Exchange Clubs, and served terms as president in both. He was also a past member of the D.C. Professional Grounds Management Society and a past member of VIW, the Belgian Flemish organization. Emiel loved his wife, family, and friends, his many rescue Golden Retrievers (now Molly and Vivie), fresh seafood, and the life that they lived in Rappahannock County Virginia... even their herd of miniature donkeys! He was so proud of his citizenship and the life that they had built, but he still held a place in his heart for his birthplace and traditions. Emiel was a kind and generous friend to everyone. A great problem-solver, and was known for his strong convictions and little fear in voicing them. He enjoyed lending an ear or shoulder, woodworking, traveling, cooking, an occasional cruise, and a good Malbec or Sauvignon wine. He's known for his grill-smoked salmon, crepes, and carbonnade flammande or Belgian beef stew! Emiel is survived by his wife of 47 years, Lynda Anne Walker Smet of Mount Vernon, Ohio, and sisters-in-law, Julia Smet of Ocean City, Maryland, Anny Dierckx of Kapellen, Belgium, Claudia (J. Kenneth) Grove and Jennifer (Paul) Highnam of Mount Vernon, Ohio, and Nancy (Michael) White of Marysville, Ohio. Included also are his nieces and nephews, Ingrid (Jan) DeSager-Smet, Sandra (Danny) Verlinden-VanOers, Kelli (Chris) Hulse, Gretchen White, and Molly Highnam, John (Yanira) Smet, Wim (Marlies) Thierens, Paul (Christine) Bocklandt, Omer (Lea) Bocklandt, Alexander (Nancy) Van-Oers, Peter (Luc) Smet, Patrick Smet, Danny (Karen) VanOers, Jan Smet, Todd (Lora) Grove, Brendan ( Lauren) White, Sam (Jasmine) Highnam and numerous grand-nieces and grand-nephews. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his first wife, Marie-Louise Smet-VanLysebetten, sister-in-law, Greta Thierens-VanLysebette n, and five siblings, Leon Smet, Alphonsine Bocklandt-Smet, Christiaan Smet, Gabriella VanOers-Smet, Maurice Smet, sister-in-law, Lily Smet and brothers-in-law, Robert Bocklandt, Guido VanOers, and Victor Meeuws. Services will be private with burial in Mount Vernon, Ohio. A Celebration of Life will be held in the spring. A special thank you to all of the family and friends who have offered love and support over this long journey of Alzheimer's, and to all of the staff at Poet's Walk and Heartland Hospice. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts are suggested for Rappahannock Animal Welfare League in Amissville, VA; Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue in Amissville, VA; Heartland Hospice in Warrenton, VA; or the Alzheimer's Research Fund in Clarksville, MD. An online guestbook and tribute wall are available at www.foundandsons.com Found and Sons Funeral Chapel of Culpeper is serving the family.

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Margaret Ann Taylor Miles Margaret Ann Taylor Miles, 79, passed away peacefully while surrounded by her family on Sunday, September 17, 2023. One of five children, Margaret was born June 9, 1944 to the late Eldred Marshall Taylor and Agnes Marilyn Bull Taylor. Margaret grew up on the Eastern Shore of Virginia in the small town of Sign Post, where everyone knew her as Margaret Ann. She graduated from Atlantic High School, class of 1962, received her bachelor's degree in education from James Madison University and master's degree from Salisbury University. She remained close to the Lord throughout her life, attending Sign Post United Methodist Church as a child and after moving to Parksley, VA, became a faithful member of Grace United Methodist along with her husband and children. Margaret was a longtime member of Soroptimist International of Accomack County and Prince William County. She was passionate about the work they did and grateful for the many friendships shared. Throughout her career as an educator, Mrs. Miles worked in both Accomack and Worcester Counties, serving as a teacher, mentor, principal, and administrator. After retirement, continued to be an advocate for our children as a member of the Accomack County Board of Supervisors. Mrs. Miles devoted much of her life to inspiring and encouraging her students and colleagues. She set the bar high and pushed everyone to meet their potential, perfectly balancing order and discipline with kindness and respect. Though exceptional in the eyes of many, she was extraordinary to her family, all of whom she loved completely and unconditionally. In addition to her parents, Margaret was predeceased by her husband, James Warren "Jimmy" Miles; brother, E. Thomas "Tommy" Taylor; and sister, Barbara Lois Taylor. Left to cherish her memory are her children, Christopher Miles of New Church, VA and Lynne Carter and her husband, Ryan, of St. Augustine, FL; sister, Janet Cope and her husband, David, of McLean, VA; brother, Donald Taylor and his wife, Lynn, of Salisbury, MD; grandchildren, Benjamin Ross, Lily Miles, Sally Carter, and Miles Carter; and many nieces and nephews. To honor Margaret's wishes, her family will gather privately for interment at the Remson United Methodist Church Cemetery in Pocomoke City, MD. Should friends desire, contributions in Margaret's memory may be made to Soroptimist International of Accomack County, c/o Mrs. Betty Kerns, P.O. Box 89, Locustville, VA 23404. Memory tributes may be shared with the family at www.williamsfuneralhomes .com.

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Alexander A. Ables General Registrar County of Fauquier Code of Virginia §24.2-415 Public Notices ORDER OF PUBLICATION COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA Roanoke City Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Commonwealth of Virginia, in re: Kennan Ja'von Bell City of Roanoke DSS v. Kenneth Jason Bell The object of this suit is to: terminate the residual parental rights of Kenneth Jason Bell pursuant to Virginia Code Sections 16.1-283(B) and 16. 1-283(C) and 16.1-283(C)(1) and approve the goal set at the permanency planning hearing of adoption. "Residual parental rights are defined by Section 16.1-228 of the Code of Virginia (1950) as amended as the rights and responsibilities remaining with a parent after the parent loses custody of a child, including, but not limited to the right to visitation, consent to adoption, the right to determine religious affiliation, and the responsibility for support. The termination of your residual parental rights will permanently end all of your rights and responsibilities to the child named in the petition. The ties between you and your child are severed forever and you become a legal stranger to the child." It is ordered that the defendant Kenneth Jason Bell appear at the above-named Court to protect his or her interest on or before October 30, 2023 at 9:00 am. Case Nos. JJ051805Michelle Esparagoza, Clerk

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TOWN OF WARRENTON NOTICE OF TOWN COUNCIL MEETING Notice is hereby given that the Town Council of the Town of Warrenton will hold their Regular Monthly Meeting Work Session on Tuesday, October 10th, 2023, 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 10th, 2023, at 6:30 PM in the Warrenton Town Hall Council Chambers (First Floor) located at 21 Main Street, Warrenton, Virginia. People having an interest in the above are invited to participate in the meeting and state their opinion regarding the 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 Regular Meeting October 10th, 2023. Copies of the agenda will be available online and are available for review at Town Hall located at 21 Main Street, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The Town of Warrenton desires to make its programs, services, facilities, and activities accessible to persons with disabilities. If you need accommodations or auxiliary services, please contact the Town as far in advance as possible.

TOWN OF WARRENTON NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Planning Commission of the Town of Warrenton will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, October 17, 2023, at 7:00 PM in the Warrenton Town Hall Council Chambers (First Floor) located at 21 Main Street, Warrenton, Virginia, on the following item(s): SUP 2023-02 Walmart Amendment - The Applicant, Wal-Mart, is requesting a Special Use Permit (SUP) Amendment to SUP #10-04 to allow for upgrades to the existing store by implementing the following improvements: 1) expanding the store by approximately 6,151 square feet to accommodate a merchandise pick-up staging area, which will require the relocation of an existing outdoor storage area, 2) re-striping portions of the parking area in order to provide spaces for customers picking up pre-ordered merchandise, and 3) modifying the exterior Store elevations to include an addition and new colors. The subject properties located at 700 James Madison Highway (GPIN 6983-57-7857 and 6983-58-5289) are zoned Commercial and designated in the Greenway and Makers District on the Future Land Use Map. ZOTA 2023-02 Assembly Uses/Church in the Industrial District - A Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment (ZOTA) to Zoning Ordinance Article 3, Section 3-4.12 Industrial District to address allowable Assembly uses in the District. The Ordinance currently permits several uses as by-right Permitted Uses where people gather for social, entertainment, cultural, educational and recreational purposes, where these uses are classified as Assembly uses by the Building Code. The Building Code classifies Churches as an Assembly use, however Churches are not listed as either a Permitted Use or a Permissible Use in the Industrial District. A text amendment to Section 3-4.12 was initiated by Town Council on May 9, 2023 to allow staff to begin work on potential revisions to the list of Assembly uses that are allowable in the Industrial District. Staff has prepared a draft ordinance for Planning Commission consideration. People having an interest in the above are invited to attend the hearing and state their opinion regarding the issue. The public may also choose to submit written comments through the Town's website or by emailing citizencomment @warrentonva.gov during the public comment period which will end at noon the day of the public hearing. Information is available for viewing on the Town website www.warrentonva.gov. If there are any questions, please call 540-347-1101 or visit Town Hall located at 21 Main Street, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The Town of Warrenton does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission or access to its programs and activities. Town Hall meeting facilities are fully accessible. Any special accommodations can be made upon request 48 hours prior to the meeting.

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PURPOSE OF NOTICE: To seek public comment on a draft permit from the Department of Environmental Quality that will allow the release of treated wastewater into a water body in Fauquier County, Virginia. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD: September 27, 2023 to October 27, 2023 PERMIT NAME: Virginia Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permit -Wastewater issued by DEQ pursuant to applicable water laws and regulations. APPLICANT NAME, ADDRESS AND PERMIT NUMBER: Fauquier County Water and Sanitation Authority; 7172 Kennedy Rd, Warrenton, VA 20187; VA0020460. FACILITY NAME AND LOCATION: Vint Hill Wastewater Treatment Plant; 7000 Kennedy Road, Warrenton, Virginia 20187. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Fauquier County Water and Sanitation Authority has applied for the modification of a permit for the public Vint Hill Wastewater Treatment Plant. This modification will add the monitoring, limitations and special conditions for the land application of biosolids by a contractor. No changes were made to the other limitations and special conditions contained in this permit. The applicant proposes to release treated sewage wastewaters from residential areas at a rate of 0.64 million gallons per day into a water body. The facility proposes to release the treated sewage in an unnamed tributary to Carter Run in Fauquier County in the Rappahannock River watershed. A watershed is the land area drained by a river and its incoming streams. The permit will limit the following pollutants to amounts that protect water quality: physical and chemical properties, nutrients, organic matter, solids and bacteria. This facility is registered for coverage under the Nutrient GP with other facilities under common ownership or operation in the Rappahannock River watershed. HOW TO COMMENT AND/OR REQUEST A PUBLIC HEARING: DEQ accepts comments and requests for public hearing on the draft permit by hand-delivery, email, fax or postal mail. All comments and requests must be in writing and be received by DEQ during the comment period. DEQ must receive hand-delivery and postal mail by close of business and email and fax comments by 11:59 p.m. on the last day of the comment period. Submittals must include the names, mailing addresses or email addresses of the commenter/requester and of all persons represented by the commenter/requester. A request for public hearing must also include: 1) The reason why a public hearing is requested. 2) A brief, informal statement regarding the nature and extent of the interest of the requester or of those represented by the requester, including how and to what extent such interest would be directly and adversely affected by the permit. 3) Specific references, where possible, to terms and conditions of the permit with suggested revisions. 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* APY = Annual Percentage Yield. Rates may change after account opened. For Kasasa Cash, if your daily balance is less than $25,000, the interest rate paid on the entire balance will be 5.830% with an APY of 6.00% if qualifications are met. An interest rate of .200% will be paid only for that portion of your daily balance that is $25,000 or greater. The APY for this tier will range from 5.00% to .20%, depending on the balance in your account. When Kasasa Cash qualifications are not met, the interest rate paid on the entire Kasasa Cash balance will be .010% with an annual percentage yield of .01%. All rates subject to change daily without notice. ** You will receive reimbursements for nationwide ATM withdrawal fees imposed by other financial institutions and incurred during the Monthly Qualification Cycle in which you qualified. We reimburse ATM withdrawal fees based on estimates when the withdrawal information we receive does not identify the ATM fee. If you have not received an appropriate reimbursement we will adjust the reimbursement amount after we receive the transaction receipt within sixty (60) days after the statement cycle when the reimbursement was applicable. For Kasasa Saver, an interest rate of 2.960% will be paid on your daily balance; the annual percentage yield for this is 3.00%. When Kasasa Cash qualifications are not met, the interest rate paid on the entire Kasasa Saver balance will be 0.050% with an annual percentage yield of 0.05%. All rates subject to change daily without notice.

Additional information: $50 minimum deposit is required to open either account. Enrollment in electronic services (e.g. Online Banking, electronic statements) and log-ons may be required to meet some of the account’s qualifications. Kasasa and Kasasa Cash, Kasasa Cash Back and Kasasa Saver are trademarks of Kasasa, Ltd., registered in the USA. MEMBER FDIC.